How do I get the evo one to communicate with the rf kit?

Question

I finally received the new replacement EVO-ONE unit. Updated the software and set the options. I installed it the car and it programmed good. But I am unable to get any response from it using the installed RF kit. The rf kit is an Omega Ultimate 30 EDP. The red led indicator on the rf antenna just blinks constantly. I went through the programming steps to get the evo one programmed to the rf kit but could not get a reaction when pushing the lock button on the remotes. I have the rf kits option set to RFLF and have tried having option 38 set to disable and enable control by OEM remote, but neither way has worked. Its like the evo one unit is not communicating with the rf kit. Is there an option that I need to have set a certain way that I am missing to get them to communicate?

Answer 1

Make sure that the RF kit is only enabled on the Remote starter side, and not the Bypass side.

 

And make sure that the RF kits antenna cable is connected to the BLUE antenna port, (between the White and big Blue port and NOT the Black port

Comments

The RF option was turned on on the bypass side. I switched it off. I am connecting the rf cable to the blue port.

Answer 2

Is the car automatic? If so, make sure you CUT that yellow loop in the back on of the module.

 

As for the RF kit, the only option you need enabled is RFLF in the remote starter options.

• As per guide : EVO-ONE Audio & Omega

 

At the moment, the only thing i would change is in the BYPASS options. Turn OFF option B2. That should not be on.

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Since programming on this car is super easy.

• Master reset the unit, this will clear any options on the BYPASS side of the EVO-ONE back to default settings (which is what you want).
• Reprogram the EVO-ONE to the vehicle.
• Go back to the Flash-Link Manager and make sure that the FLRF option in the REMOTE STARTER OPTIONS is enabled.
• Follow the programming procedure that pairs both EVO_ONE and RF Kit. (last steps of the RF-KIT setup guide) : EVO-ONE Audio & Omega

 

 

 

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BYPASS Master reset procedure:

1. hold down programming button
2. plug in main power connector
3. let go of programming button when LED is red
4. re-apply button and hold it down until all three leds start to alternate again
5. unit is now reset

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Yes, yellow wire is cut. I went through the steps you suggested, but still nothing. After my third attempt, the evo one remote led is staying on. Comes on as soon as the 6 wire harness is plugged in. This is same thing that happened on the first unit I had. I am sure that is probably a status indicator of some sort. It seems like the evo one does everything it should, it programs good, the led flashes and parking lights flash when going through the rf setup but no indication that it is receiving a signal from the rf unit. The parking lights do not flash to indicate it detected the rf signal in the setup. I had talked to a tech at Omega and he said it is not necessary to program the remotes to the rf antenna, they are already set up and everything is controlled through the remote start unit.

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After my third attempt, the evo one remote led is staying on.

the led will do that when valet mode is enabled. to disable valet mode, turn ignition ON and press the valet button 3 times. the valet/toggle switch is the one plugged into the 2-pin port; not to be confused with the programming button on the back.

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Ok, that will be simple enough to fix then. Any ideas on why I am not getting communication between the rf unit and the evo one?

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After doing that master reset, did you reprogram the unit to the vehicle? I know you did, just making sure.

- Master Reset

- Reprogram unit to vehicle

- Make sure RFLF is enabled in the REMOTE STARTER options

- Follow step 9 in the setup guide : EVO-ONE - AudioVox & Omega

 

As for step 8 in the setup guide:

• Taking a quick look at there site, it seems the Ultimate Series can be flashed to be used with there remote starters (omega), or flashed with a stand alone remote starter firmware (which is an RF-KIT firmware). Meaning, the Omega Ultimate 30EDP firmware, is by deafult an RF transmitter for Omega remote starters (used for upgrades / exchanges of antennas for Omega starters). If you want to use it as an RF-KIT, the unit needs to be flashed with a stand alone remote starter firmware.

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Yes, I reprogrammed.

"As for step 8"

Thanks! Thats the answer I needed. I contacted tech support at Omega. Apparently the Ultimate 30 EDP RF kit only works with their Omega modules and is not compatible with the Fortin units. So, I have ordered an Axxess AX RF-2 kit from the vendor I purchased the EVO-One from as the replacement he sent to me was an AX-One, so hopefully that will clear things up and I can get this install up and running. I appreciate your help on this!

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The Excalibur series from Omega would work fine. That Ultimate series though, might work if it's flashed with the right firmware. We'll have to bring of those kits in to test them out.

 

The AX Rf-2 will work perfectly fine, just don't forget to turn off the FLRF option.

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Ok, will be sure to turn the FLRF off. One more question. There is not an install guide for the Ax on the rf compatible page. Will I need to select the Fortin option under the rf kit, or will it be all automatic?

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Supposed to be automatic, it's our remotes. The programming for the remote is on the first page of the quick install guide that came with the EVO-ONE (although there is about 10 diff guides depending on remote models and which distributor it came from).

 

Heres a link : https://fortin.ca/download/28371/ax-one_ftx44-2w_-_quick_install_guide.rev-20150202.pdf

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where is the option to 

As for the RF kit, the only option you need enabled is RFLF in the remote starter options.


I dont see that anywhere in my remote start options using the latest firmware for my V2 Evo one with both the bypass and remote start options I habe been lookin for hours.  

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When in Remote Start mode.

 

Click Configuration then Unit options.

Or simply press CTRL+O (the letter O)

Answer 3

Also, on some Audiovox RF kits, you NEED to program the remotes to the ANTENNA, before you even try to program to the Evo One,  please check the install and programming guide of your RF kit.

Comments

I had checked with the Omega tech at the start and he said the unit I have does not require the remotes to be programmed to the antenna.