McAfee ASH300 manual

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  • Page 1

    -1- IMPOR T ANT : HITCHLOCK KEY CODE OBST ACLE SENSING SYSTEM FOR TRAILER HITCH MOUNTING Owner/Inst allation Manual A TTENTION: “REFER TO YOUR KEYS FOR CODE” YOUR KEY CODE IS: CUSTOMER SERVICE (800) 225-6074 Place in owner’s glove box for future reference MODEL: ASH300[...]

  • Page 2

    -2- Congratulations Fig.F Fig.D Fig.C Fig.E Fig.A Y our purchase of the Hitch Mounted Wireless Reverse Obst acle Detection System will provide you with a state of the art, highly sophisticated, ultrasonic obstacle detection device for your vehicle. It is manufactured to ISO standards, and under normal circumstances requires little maintenance. Unde[...]

  • Page 3

    -3- Understanding your Obstacle Detection System’s functions Y our system sends and receives Ultrasonic Signals that are projected from sensors mounted in the Sensing Unit. As the signals “echo” off of objects in the detection field, and return to the sensors, the systems’s microprocessor exports them to it s onboard, output signal transmit[...]

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    -4- Y our Wireless Receiver uses RF (radio frequency) technology to communicate with the control module. This receiver plugs into a vehicle Cigarette lighter or other similar power source. The receiver features: (Fig A) A) Internal Piezo speaker for efficient audio warning tones (beeps). B) Slide cover to to adjust volume of speaker or to cover L.E[...]

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    -5- No Function in Reverse Check power to receiver and transmitter Reprogram Receiver Check Fuse in Receiver Check in-line fuse in Sensing Unit Check 7-way harness Check Ground Wire Inconsistent Operation Refer to page 4 Reprogramming Wireless Receiver . Constant T one in Reverse Always check for object behind vehicle Make sure sensors are clean of[...]

  • Page 6

    -6- Situations Where Momentary , or No Detection is Experienced Y our system utilizes highly advanced Ultrasonic technology to locate objects in your vehicle’s p ath. Under some circumstances however , an object may not be detected. Always use extreme caution when reversing, looking behind your vehicle and maintaining speeds of less than 3 miles-[...]

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    -7- Reversing at an angle towards a partial wall or other large flat surface may refract ultrasonic signals, causing an object not to be detected. If reversing towards a 90 degree angle, such as a corner of a wall or pillar , sensor detection pattern will refract as shown until vehicle is close enough to receive signal back from corners. In such si[...]

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    -8- Installation Guide This Hitch-Mounted Wireless Reverse Obstacle Detection System is for T railer Hitch Heights Over 15” From Road Surface.[...]

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    -9- Y our system can be installed with a few easy steps, providing your vehicle comes equipped with a 7-way connector socket and a standard 2” Hitch Receiver . If your vehicle is not equipped with a 7-way connector , you can obtain a power connection using the provided 2-pin reverse power hardwire kit and retreive power at the reverse light harne[...]

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    -10- Hitch Receiver Conversion and Hardwire Kit Most vehicles come equipped with a 1¼” or a 2” trailer hitch receiver . Y our system can be converted to fit the vehicle’s receiver by simply sliding the 2“ sleeve (A), off the center of the 1¼” system shaft for use on 1¼” hitch receivers. The hitch-lock kit (C,D,E) comes with 2 sizes o[...]

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    -11- W ARNING: Do not plug 2 pin harness into factory (OEM) or aftermarket 4 pin connectors, and if used may cause damage to the unit and void any implied warranty . This adapter kit will use the +12V power supply normally located at the reverse bulb and ground. 1.) Connect the hard wire 2-pin connector to the sensing unit 2-pin connector . Route t[...]

  • Page 12

    -12- The Universal 2-Pin Hardwire Kit is For Use in V ehicles NOT Equipped with a Factory 7-W ay Connector A. Reverse Bulb B. Reverse 12V olt Wire C. Reverse Ground Wire D. Scotch Locks E. Inline Fuse Holder F . Butt Connector G . 2 Pin Harness H. “Red” Wire from supplied harness I. “Black” Wire from supplied harness[...]

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    -13- Warranty & Limitations of Coverage Congratulations on the purchase of your hitch mounted obstacle detection system. Y our system is a highly sophisticated, ultrasonic obstacle detection device. It is manufactured to exacting standards, and under normal circumstances requires little maintenance. Under no circumstances should you attempt to [...]

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    -14- Disclaimer This reverse obstacle detection system is strictly a driver assistance aid device, and should not be relied upon as a substitute for safe driving practices. Use common sense when reversing, and always follow recommended safe driving guidelines from your local, S tate or County Department of Motor V ehicles regarding engagement of re[...]

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    -15- THIS P AGE LEFT BLANK INTENTIONALL Y[...]

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    -16- 128-7391 © 2006 Audiovox Electronics Corporation Printed in China[...]