For more than 20 years, Clifford has revolutionized vehicle security with the most innovative breakthroughs and sophisticated concepts in the industry.
This glossary is a collection of terms and descriptions that may help you better understand our products. If there is something we left out here, please check our Frequently Asked Questions or contact us.
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Active Arming
Gives your customer the option to arm the system from the remote when needed. Personal choice, just like the light switch on the wall, lets you turn it on or off as desired. *See Passive Arming
Automatic Engine Disable
AED is a full-time, passive starter kill that works independently of the security system. Thieves can not start your car thanks to AED. Great if you go into a store without arming the vehicle. Automatic Engine Disable takes active arming to the next level!
Auxiliary Channel 2
Auxiliary Channel 2 is activated by holding down Button 2 for three seconds and can be used to control expansion features such as remote trunk release, windows open/close, gas cap or remote-start other vehicle... An excellent example of additional convenience and the ability to cater to customers' requirements.
Bitwriter
Directed was first with PC programmability, and first with the Innovations Award-winning Bitwriter, which puts more of you and your choices into every customized ESP system.
Channel 3
To activate Channel 3, depress buttons 1 and 2 of the transmitter at the same time. Channel 3 allows for the use of additional fun and convenient features such as window roll-up, remote start or even garage door interface. 3-channel system press button 1+2 7/9-channel system press button 3
Code-Hopping™
Code-Hopping is an advanced form of vehicle security. This breakthrough technology never sends the same code twice. Code-Hopping was designed to address the growing threat of thieves who use intercepting devices to learn remote transmitting codes so they can disarm vehicle security systems. State-of-the-art security system enhanced by numerous code combinations and Code-Hopping for added peace-of-mind. Code Hopping™ provides state-of-the-art protection against illegal devices called code grabbers, which intercept and retransmit digital codes.
Current Sense Technology
Current Sense Technology is a method of detecting when a light bulb in the vehicle is turned on. It is typically used to sense when the dome or trunk light in the vehicle has come on. We are successful in ignoring other types of current flow by sensing the type of load that is applied and filtering out those that do not resemble a light bulb.
Customize Your Remote
ESP systems let you dedicate transmitter buttons to a single function, making the system easy to use and easy to understand. Freedom of choice, flexibility, and open systems.
Domelight Supervision
Illuminates the car's interior when disarming, making it easier to look inside the vehicle before getting in. Flashes the domelight during the alarm mode as an added deterrent, providing convenience and peace of mind. Activated automatically by the remote control, domelight supervision provides convenience and piece of mind. Turns on the interior light when disarming, allowing you to look inside the vehicle at night, for peace of mind.
Dual-Button Remote Controls
Engineered to achieve maximum range for your security system, the sleek two-button, low-profile design provides easy access with its natural contours. The transmitter automatically turns itself off after 10 seconds, ensuring that its battery won't go dead even if you leave the button pressed in. Directed® systems include two transmitters.
ESP Owner Recognition
Systems with ESP recognize you and your preferences, and configure system features the way you want them. ESP systems come with 2 remots, and up to 4 remotes can each have their own settings.
Failsafe® Starter Kill
The vehicle's starter solenoid will remain connected unless a thief attempts to hot-wire the ignition switch. Failsafe Starter Kill keeps the vehicle where you parked it: No unauthorized user can operate your vehicle once you've armed it, even with your key. The difference between an alarm system and a security system is having this anti-theft feature. Failsafe = peace-of-mind. In some states you can qualify for a discount on your auto insurance rate. Keeps your vehicle where you parkedit. No unauthorized user can operate your vehicle once you've armed it, even with your key.
Flex Channel
Another great ESP feature: an extra channel you can configure any way you want! Useit for headlights, remote control windows, or remote start! You name it, with ESP Flex-Channel you can remote control it!
Forced Passive Arming
The next level of passive arming. Forced Passive Arming ensures that even if you leave your car door open, the system will arm and bypass that particular zone (door, sensor, switch etc.) after one hour. Passive arming must be selected for this feature to be enabled. Great if you leave your vehicle in a hurry and left it unsecured, Forced Passive Arming ensures you are protected always. Use an existing switch in the vehicle as your hidden override switch. Pick your secret switch, and the number of pulses - no thief will ever find it!
Ghost Switch™
Ghost Switch™ is an innovative bypass method that sends a coded signal from an existing switch in the vehicle. Imagine you've lost your transmitter while the system is armed. With Ghost Switch™, Just turn on the ignition and operate the assigned switch the appropriate number of times to bypass the system. Now we have a security feature that doesn't require an extra switch and is very easy and convenient to use. No worries of a thief finding a valet/override switch in the vehicle, thanks to Ghost Switch™.
Guaranteed Protection Plan (GPP)
Refunds your insurance deductible up to $2500 if your vehicle is stolen within one year, even if the vehicle is recovered! Other competing plans do not.
High Frequency™
High Frequency (HF) systems operate at a "cleaner" spectrum with less interference and have a very stable signal. HF systems offer an increase in range, even in RF-congested downtown areas. HF series has value-added technology that empowers you to reach a higher level of performance and technology.
High Security Disarm
This feature is extremely useful when you can't see the vehicle. If you hear the alarm sounding, you can be confident that when you stopped the siren with your remote, the system remained fully armed and the doors remained locked, just in case there is a continued threat.
Icon Mode
If what you're looking for is an easy-to-use and understandable setup, with Icon Mode each transmitter button can be assigned a specific function. For example: Arm only on button one, Disarm only for button two, Panic only for button three and trunk release on button four! Standard or custom setup, it's up to you.
Ignition-Controlled Door Locks
Automatically locks doors when ignition is turned on and unlocks them when ignition is turned off. This feature adds safety for vehicle occupants and increases security in threatening situations. It's great if you have kids! Requires Remote Keyless Entry-Power Door Lock interface *See Remote Keyless Entry Automatically locks doors when ignition is turned on and unlocks them when ignition is turned off. Adds safety and increased security. Great for Kids.
Invisibeam
Surround your vehicle with two invisible sensing fields. When someone gets too close for comfort, Invisibeam triggers either Warn Away® response or full ararm. Perfect for concertibles!
Keyless Entry
Lock and unlock your doors with the push of a button. Millions of Americans have remote keyless entry. Shouldn't you?
Learn Routine
Up to four individual transmitter codes can be can be programmed via Learn Routine. It makes replacements a breeze. Multiple car security with only one transmitter is easy to create, thanks to Learn Routine. Features and settings are programmed electronically and stored to EEPROM. They are retained in memory when the vehicle's battery is disconnected. Advanced auto security technology.
Lifetime Warranty
Directed's Lifetime Warranty and the 800 number on the back of your remote means your're covered wherever you go.
Nationwide Guaranteed Protection Plan
Directed's Guaranteed Protection Plan refunds your insurance deductible up to $2,500 if your vehicle is stolen within one year of purchase date, even if the vehicle is recovered* (80% of stolen vehicles are recovered and competing plans do not pay if the vehicle is recovered). You'll never be left unprotected because systems starting at $229 are covered by a nationwide limited lifetime warranty. A toll-free customer assistance program supports you anywhere in the United States. *Failsafe® Starter Kill must be installed. More info on the Nationwide Guaranteed Protection Plan (making a claim)
Nitelite
Light your path or find your vehicle at night for added security and convenience.
Nuisance Prevention Circuitry™
Nuisance Prevention Circuitry (NPC) is smart enough to adjust itself to a variety of environmental conditions such as thunder, jackhammers, or airport parking lots. If NPC activates, only the zone that activated three times in 60 minutes is ignored. All other zones remain active, and disarming with the transmitter doesn't reset the NPC; it's only cleared when the ignition is turned on. Best of all, NPC comes back on in an hour if no further problems are detected. No More False Alarms. Nuisance Provention® Circuitry means no more false alarms, whether you're parked at the airport, on a busy street or next to a construction site.
Owner Recognition
Remote control transmitters are his/her compatible! So if you like siren chirps and she doesn't, you like ignition controlled door locks and she doesn't, or you like active arming and she likes passive, no problem. Using the Innovations Award-winning Bitwriter™, up to four transmitters can be configured to control the system with independent settings. Technology not only answers today's needs; it continually redefines our perception of what is possible tomorrow. Directed's ESP systems include 2 remotes, each can have their own settings! City/Country, Winter/Summer for example.
Panic/Car Locator
Full alarm activates when Button 1 is held down, calling attention to the vehicle. Customer can deter a would-be assailant. This increases personal safety for the vehicle owner/operator. It also can serve as a quick and easy way to find your vehicle in a crowded parking lot. Some systems optional.
Parking Light Flash
When the system is activated, parking lights flash to draw attention to the vehicle. When using the remote: One flash indicates on Two flashes indicates off Three flashes indicates that the system was activated while you were away Confirmation when the system is armed or disarmed makes it easy to use.
Passive Arming*
When placed in this mode, the security system will arm itself 30 seconds after customer leaves the vehicle. Even if you forget to arm the system, passive arming will protect the vehicle from would-be thieves. This feature can be used in conjunction with power door locks and windows to fully secure the vehicle. *See Active Arming.
PC Compatible
Freedom of choice and easy to use; what could be better? Chose the features you like and have them work your way. You will see on-screen exactly what your choices are and even get a handy printout for reference.
Power Windows
Roll windows up or down directly from your remote. You will never forget to roll up your windows again.
Progressive Door Trigger
Prevents users of the vehicle from any undue embarrassment and noise if they open the door without using their remote to disarm the system. It immediately delivers a series of chirps prior to the continuous siren blast. This provides enough time for the user to disarm the system.
Rapid Resume Logic
Directed's ESP technology is made possible by a much smarter and more sophisticated micro processor, wich will store vital information even when system power is lost. Thanks to Rapid Resume Logic, the system will always know what it's supposed to do.
Remote Control Auxiliary Channels
You can pop the trunk with Channel 2 You can start the engine with Channel 3 You can turn field disturbance sensor on or off You can turn on your car's audio system You can vent power windows You can turn on headlights You can get creative and design a custom remote control application *Some features require upgrade components.
Remote Keyless Entry
Activates vehicles power door locks* by remote control, when arming or disarming the system and in Valet® Mode. You can lock or unlock the vehicle even with hands and arms full, the customer can lock or unlock the doors with just one button on the remote transmitter. Why scratch the paint around your car's keyhole? Use Keyless Entry to save your paint job! **Some additional equipment may be required. *See Ignition Controlled Door Locks.
Remote Start
Start your engine and your vehicle's air conditioner or heating system from a remote location with Channel 3 of the transmitter. * This is the ultimate in convenience and comfort. No more sizzling or freezing while waiting for the climate control system to take effect. Add Remote Start to your existing RF Security System Features Starting at $199.00 Remote Start and Keyless Entry (No Security) Features Starting at $299.00 Remote Start and Keyless Entry with Starter Kill Features Starting at $399.00 Remote Start and Security System *Only available for automatic fuel injected vehicles. Start your car by remote control from the comfort of your home or office.
Remote Valet
Where's the Valet switch? Locked away in the glove box! Open the vehicle's door and get in and out of Valet by pressing 1-2-1 on your remote. Remote Valet turns security off but leaves convenience on. You can turn off the system for servicing or valet parking directly from the remote control. Convenience by remote control: No more reaching for a switch installed in the vehicle.
Silent Mode™
Make your system quiet when you want, from your remote. Silent Mode is great for late-night arming and disarming. Simply press Button 2 for one second before arming or disarming, and the confirmation message will be eliminated for that one operation only. Silent Mode™ eliminates all messages and chirps, including the Bypass Notification and Tamper Alert. Patented Silent Mode® lets you silence your arming and disarming chirps, right from your remote. Now you hear it-now you don't! Great for late night arm/disarm.
Six-Tone Revenger® Siren
It screams, shatters, pierces, blares, raps and zaps! And it has one more big sound: Customer satisfaction. The siren cycles through multiple tones, and by customizing, owners can easily identify their car's siren.
Soft Chirp®
When arming or disarming, audible confirmation will chirp at 6dB lower than full siren. Now you can have the option of having muted or full chirps. Allows for custom tailoring of chirp sound level.
Status LED
Status LED flashes as a visual deterrent and to report on important security modes. Status Reporting alerts the operator to any violation that occurred while the vehicle was armed. Because the status LED consumes power, we maximize its efficiency by varying the LED flash rate and duty cycle, resulting in the most current-efficient product on the market. In Valet Mode, the LED will turn off when the ignition is on, another nice touch!
Stinger
Proven to the best, the Stinger® DoubleGuard® shock sensor discriminates between normal everyday occurrences and potentially harmful intrusions. Warn Away® or full response depends on the threat.
Stinger® Doubleguard® Shock Sensor
The Stinger Doubleguard discriminates between normal, everyday occurrences and potentially harmful intrusions. State-of-the-art sensor technology provides Warn Away output for light impact, or full alarm for stronger impacts. Your system will react accordingly with a standard series of chirps, or a salvo of sirens.
Super HF
Directed's exclusive SHF(Super High Frequency) has the best transmitter range in the industry-over 1000 feet.
Transmitter Code Linking (TCL)
A great automation /convenience feature. With TCL, each driver's transmitter can be code-linked to auxiliary channel 4, 5 or 6. Picture this: Your memory seat setting can be activated because the system recognizes your remote! Functions can be automatically activated through TCL upon disarming. One remote for winter, the other for summer. TCL one to remote start, the other to vent the sunroof!
True Alarm Technology
True alarm technology offers an array of features and functions that virtually eliminate false alarms while enhancing vehicle protection and convenience. Concerns about annoying and embarrassing false alarms are eliminated. If you hear your Directed® system, it's definitely cause for alarm. Also see Nuisance Prevention Circuitry (NPC)®, Soft Chirp® and Progressive Door Trigger.
Trunk Pop
Ask for the convenience of remote control trunk release.
Vehicle Recovery System (VRS)
VRS is activated when unauthorized use of the vehicle occurs. The Failsafe VRS has three levels of response: The first stage flashes the LED. Soon after, the second stage begins by pulsing the siren and flashing the parking lights. The third stage energizes the starter interrupt until the VRS is disarmed. If your keys are stolen, you still have security and vehicle recovery, even if someone else takes your remote. A must for areas where carjackings are a concern. The vehicle Recovery System is the safest and most reliable anti-carjacking system on the market. Forces the carjacker to abandon your car within minutes.
Warn Away®
Warn Away reacts with a series of chirps and light flashes* when a light impact is detected. Warn Away delivers more accurate security, providing a response based upon the level of threat. The system will respond appropriately, with proactive protection. Note: Some optional sensors can activate Warn Away (see 508D) *Some Systems Optional Note: Optional voice modules can be used for Warn Away response.
Zone Out
Now you can easily select the level of protection appropriate to your environment. ESP Zone Out offers multi-level security for you and your vehicle, right from your remote!