viper 550esp remote learning

I've installed a Viper 550ESP without any problems. Everything works as it is supposed to. The alarm only came with 1 remote so I purchased a second remote but I'm having a problem programming the new remote. I can't get the system to go into the learn mode. All the other programing function work,the valet button works fine. I followed the instructions to the letter but can't get a chirp. Door open, key on, press valet button 8x and hold on the 9th to program the new remote all at once but it will not chirp. Is there a setting on the brain that will not allow a new remote to be programmed? What am I missing? Rob

When adding a new remote, you have to program channel five first for standard configuration. Once you have done that then you can program channel 8 (auto learn )

I dont think there was a  Bitwriter option to "LOCK remote programming", but I'm not positive. DOUBLE CHECK the system sees the door open and that the ignition is on.  Make sure you have a good valet switch.  There is a RED switch port, thats for the VRS, you want the BLUE port I beleive. 

"When adding a new remote, you have to program channel five first for standard configuration. Once you have done that then you can program channel 8 (auto learn )" I can't program any channel , that's the problem the brain won't let me into the learning mode. "I dont think there was a Bitwriter option to "LOCK remote programming", but I'm not positive. DOUBLE CHECK the system sees the door open and that the ignition is on. Make sure you have a good valet switch. There is a RED switch port, thats for the VRS, you want the BLUE port I beleive." I'm plugged into the blue port,It sees the open door and the ignition being on. The valet works for any other use except letting me into the learning mode.

I decided to pull the fuses in hopes of it resetting itself...after about 30min I reinstalled them and now was able to program the remote. Thanks for all your suggestions... Rob