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Magnadyne M8a manual

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  • Page 1

    For T echnical Assistance, please call (800) 638-3600, or visit www .magnadyne.com User’ s Manual Model: M8a[...]

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    2 Congratulations on your purchase of a quality Marksman automotive security and remote start system. Marksman security products have been designed to provide the consumer with a technologically superior product with years of trouble free operation. The information enclosed will provide a ready reference of the operation and maintenance of your new[...]

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    Transmitter Button System Function Remark Button Lock Press within 3 Seconds and Hold (2 Second) Button for 2 Seconds (C) System’s Status Check Press within 3 Seconds Optional Driving Pager Press within 3 Seconds Melody Sound On / Off Press within 3 Seconds and Hold (2 Second) Buttons for 2 Seconds (M) Last Trigger Memory Retrieval Press within 3[...]

  • Page 4

    Note: The factory default setting at “Power Save Mode”, before operation the 2-way LED remote control transmitter , press the button first, within 3 seconds press and hold the button for 3 seconds, with two beeping sound to indicate exit the “Power Save Mode” and all remote transmitter is on function. Power Save Mode The power save mode all[...]

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    5 Chirp Indicators Alarm Operating Condition Parking Lights 1. Press the button on the transmitter . 2. The siren will chirp once and parking light will flash once indicating that the system is now armed. The vehicle door will lock upon arming when interfaced with the security system. Actions of the 2-Way LED Remote Control T ransceiver ARM LED Mel[...]

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    6 Ajar Warning: If the siren sounds 3 chirps, then you have left a door , trunk, or hood lid ajar (Depending on how your system is programmed, you will hear the chirps immediately or within 30 seconds). Silent Arming/Disarming : Press the transmitter and button at the same time to arm or disarm your security system. No chirp sound will be heard, ar[...]

  • Page 7

    Standard 5-Button T ransmitter The transmitter supplied can operate a second system in another vehicle by repeating the following steps: 1. Press the button one time prior to attempting control of the second vehicle system. The LED indicator on the transmitter will be on for 2 seconds. 2. Press the button on the transmitter to perform the function [...]

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    8 The valet switch allows you to temporarily bypass all alarm functions, eliminating the need to give your transmitter to parking attendants or garage mechanics. When the system is in valet mode, all alarm functions and remote start functions are bypassed. However , the remote panic feature and remote door locks will remain operational. T o use the[...]

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    9 The transmitter can be used as a remote panic switch to manually trigger the alarm in case of emergency: 1. Press and hold the button for 3 seconds. The alarm will immediately sound. 2. During panic mode, the normal function of this transmitter button will be suspended. The transmitter and buttons can be used to lock and unlock the door (if the o[...]

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    10 Warning: If you don't require the anti-car jacking function in this alarm system, be sure that it is set to “OFF”. The default setting for anti-car jacking is “OFF” (See Installation Guide). Active Anti-Car Jacking: 1. Press and hold the transmitter and button at the same time for 2 seconds while the vehicle’ s ignition is ON. The[...]

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    LED Armed LED turns on for 5 seconds Disarmed LED turns on for 5 seconds Valet Mode Zz z LED turns on for 5 seconds Engine Running LED Fast flash for 15 seconds Hood/Trunk Ajar LED flash for 15 seconds Door Open LED flash for 15 seconds 11 Press the button twice to check the system’ s present status through the 2-way transceiver , then within 3 s[...]

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    12 Press the transmitter (6) and (6) buttons at the same time to active Channel 6 function. Channel 6 is user -programmable timer output. Y ou may program the built-in timer to send a ground signal for any time duration from 1 to 120 seconds. For instance, this timer output may be used to turn on the headlights, power windows or sunroof (factory de[...]

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    13 REMOTE ST ART OPERA TION 1. Press the button twice on the transmitter . 2. The parking lights will be activated, indicating the remote start received the signal. 3. The engine will start approximately 5 seconds. 4. Once the engine is running, after a couple seconds the parking light will turn on again and climate controls will activate and adjus[...]

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    This unit can be programmed to start and run the engine every 3 hours. The engine will run for the programmed time and then shut down. IMPORT ANT : Timer Start should be used only in open areas. Never start and run a vehicle in an enclosed space such as a garage or carport. 3-Hour Timer Start with T emperature Control “OFF”: This feature is des[...]

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    T o stop the engine that is running by remote start: 1. Press the button twice on the remote transmitter in the Remote Start Mode. 2. Move the optional remote start enable toggle switch to the “OFF” position (if installed). 3. Press the brake pedal. The vehicle will shut down and turn off the parking lights indicating the engine has stopped. If[...]

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    16 Regular Remote T ransmitter: If the range of your transmitter deteriorates, it is possible that the battery needs to be replaced. 1. Remove upper transmitter case. 2. Remove old battery . 3. Install two new CR2016 battery (3 volt), noting the (+) and (-) marks. 4. Replace upper transmitter case with care, trying not to damage the inside componen[...]

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    17 REPLACEMENT P ARTS AND ACCESSORIES 2-Way LED Remote Transceiver M8ARF-LED $89.95 ea. Remote Transmitter M5ARF $46.96 ea. TRANSMITTERS DESCRIPTION MODEL NO. PRICE BATTERIES DESCRIPTION CR2016 - 3 Volt Lithium Battery Replacements: RadioShack: #CR2016 Duracell: #DL2016 Eveready: #ECR2016 Panasonic: #CR2016 CR2450 - 3 Volt Lithium Battery Replaceme[...]

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    18 Credit Card or Money Order Only (Sorry No Cash, C.O.D. or personal checks accepted) SHIP TO: (No P .O. Boxes) LAST NAME FIRST NAME INITIAL STREET ADDRESS ADDITIONAL ADDRESS ADDITIONAL ADDRESS CITY ST A TE ZIP CODE DA Y TIME PHONE NUMBER PAR T # DESCRIPTION QTY . PRICE EACH TOT AL Sales Subtotal = ________ . ______ California Residents Add Sales [...]

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    19 LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY Magnadyne Corporation or its authorized agents will, for the life of the vehicle and to the original purchaser, repair, replace or refund the retail sales price of said product or any part thereof, at the option of the Magnadyne Corporation or its authorized agents, if said product or part is found defective in material[...]

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    M8A-UM 12-18-03 Rev. A © Copyright 2004 Magnadyne Corporation[...]