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- Page 1 49-820.fm Page 1 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:29 AM 49-820 Cat. No. OWNER’S MANUAL RS-2000 Auto Security Alarm System Please read this entire manual before you begin installation.
- Page 2 49-820.fm Page 2 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:29 AM FEATURES Your RS-2000 Auto Security Alarm System warns away potential thieves and alerts you to trouble by sounding a piercing alert tone. It also includes other advanced features that help protect your vehicle from theft, yet you can install it in minutes.
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Page 3: Fcc Information
49-820.fm Page 3 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:29 AM Violation Confirmation — beeps three times when you disarm the sys- tem after the alert has sounded, to let you know what happened while you were away from the vehicle. Programmable Options — let you customize several of your alarm’s op- tions, such as shock sensor sensitivi- ty and the valet mode. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
49-820.fm Page 4 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:29 AM CONTENTS Installing the System ... 5 Supplied Items ... 5 Installation Order ... 6 Connecting the System to Power ... 6 Activating the Remote Controls ... 6 Mounting the System ... 7 Installing the Status Indicator ... -
Page 5: Installing The System
49-820.fm Page 5 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:29 AM INSTALLING THE SYSTEM SUPPLIED ITEMS Your alarm system includes these items: Two Four-Button Remotes Main System Mounting Screws Status Indicator with Bracket and Harness Double-Sided Tape Need Help? Call 1-800-598-2527... -
Page 6: Installation Order
49-820.fm Page 6 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:29 AM INSTALLATION ORDER You can install your system in just four easy steps: 1. Connect the system to power. 2. Train the remote controls. 3. Mount the system. 4. Install the status indicator. CONNECTING THE SYSTEM TO POWER Warning: We recommend that you... -
Page 7: Mounting The System
49-820.fm Page 7 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:29 AM MOUNTING THE SYSTEM Select a location for your alarm sys- tem in the engine compartment. For the best results, the location should meet the following conditions. • All wires should reach their con- nections without going near mov- ing or hot engine parts. -
Page 8: Installing The Status Indicator
49-820.fm Page 8 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:29 AM INSTALLING THE STATUS INDICATOR The alert indicator goes inside your vehicle’s passenger compartment. Ei- ther drill a mounting hole in a dash panel or use the supplied mounting bracket to hold the indicator. Follow these steps to install the indicator. -
Page 9: Using The Alarm System
49-820.fm Page 9 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:29 AM USING THE ALARM SYSTEM ARMING THE ALARM To arm the alarm, press alarm chirps once. Notes: • The status indicator turns on when the system is armed. • The system ignores current- sensing violations for 40 sec- onds after it arms. -
Page 10: Disarming The System
49-820.fm Page 10 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:29 AM DISARMING THE SYSTEM To disarm the system, press DIS- ARM. The system beeps twice to confirm that it is disarmed. Notes: • The status indicator is off when the system is disarmed. •... -
Page 11: Setting The Current Sensor
49-820.fm Page 11 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:29 AM Setting the Current Sensor If your vehicle has electronic acces- sories that turn on and off automati- cally while you are away from the vehicle, the alarm might sound false alerts. (The system can detect an electric engine fan, and does not sound a false alert when the fan comes on.) -
Page 12: Troubleshooting
49-820.fm Page 12 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:29 AM TROUBLESHOOTING This section describes some problems you might encounter, and gives possible solutions. Problem Frequent false alerts • Another accessory is triggering the alarm. Try turning off current sensing to see if this solves the problem. - Page 13 49-820.fm Page 13 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:29 AM Problem Alarm does not operate • Check all power connections. • Check the system’s fuse. If it has blown, see “Replacing the Fuse” on Page 15. • Check the remote control’s battery. See “Replac- ing a Remote Control’s Battery”...
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Page 14: Care And Maintenance
49-820.fm Page 14 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:29 AM CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your RadioShack RS-2000 Auto Security Alarm System is an example of supe- rior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for the alarm so you can enjoy its protection for years. -
Page 15: Replacing The Fuse
49-820.fm Page 15 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:29 AM REPLACING THE FUSE Follow these steps to check the sys- tem’s fuse and replace it if it has blown. The system uses a 5-amp 1 -inch fast-acting fuse dioShack Cat. No. 270-1011). 1. -
Page 16: Specifications
49-820.fm Page 16 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:29 AM SPECIFICATIONS Siren Sound Level ... More than 115 dB at 1 Meter Current Drain ... 22 mA (Standby) 1 Amp (Siren Sounding) Power Requirements ... 9–16 Volts DC Alarm Weight ... 1 lb, 8 oz Remote Carrier Frequency ... - Page 17 49-820.fm Page 17 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:29 AM NOTES Need Help? Call 1-800-598-2527...
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- Page 20 49-820.fm Page 20 Thursday, August 19, 1999 10:29 AM RadioShack Limited Warranty This security product is warranted against manufacturing defects in material and work- manship for ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from RadioShack company owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers. Within this period RadioShack will repair the security product without charge for parts and labor.