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PASSLOCK-SL2 troubleshooting guides and frequently asked questions.

PASSLOCK-SL/SL2 Troubleshooting Guide:

This troubleshooting guide addresses the majority of issues that may be experienced when installing the PASSLOCK-SL2. Please read each question carefully and choose the best answer for each step.

Getting Started

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15 Jan 2010 Getting Started - Data-Link FAQ

What is data-link? Data-link is a high speed data communication link used between more than one after-market electronic device. These devices include remote-starters, alarm systems, GPS and telematics devices, and immobilizer bypass or interface module(s). The data-link protocol uses the EIA (Electronic Industries Association) RS-232 serial connection and communication standard. This is the exact same communication standard used with USB, which allows various electronic devices to communicate with ea...

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Articles relating to the installation and programming of our products. These articles contain the latest information and cover special instances that are not covered in each of the products generic installation manuals.

23 Jan 2009 Fortin 2-way Data-Link with Compustar 5000 and 5200 series starters and alarms.

By default the Compustar, Arctic Start and NU-Start remote-start/alarm modules are not programmed out of the box to communicate with the Fortin 2-way data-link protocol. These modules must have a programming Group - Option (4-11) changed to Optional Setting 2 to communicate with Fortin bypass modules through the RS-232 2-way Data-Link plug. Option Programming using a 1-way Remote: 1) Hold down the LOCK + START buttons for 2.5 seconds, then release. The parking lights will flash once to con...

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