Top 10 car alarm systems

The advantages of the “younger” KGB system series include the presence of a dialogue code, which, although implemented in the 433 MHz overloaded radio band, but still using a narrow-band transceiver, so there is reason to believe that you will not have to recall the algorithm convulsively at Auchan. manual shutdown of the alarm at the alarm, stubbornly refusing to accept commands from the key fob. And by itself, a compact radio module with a two-shoulder antenna somehow reminds the old “Pandora”, to be honest.

Otherwise, we again have the most usual alarm system that supports, nevertheless, the connection of an optional CAN-module and even a GSM / GPS interface. True, if in more “adult” KGB models the CAN module is inserted directly into the slot of the central unit, here everything is the old way - a flat cable from the external unit into the connector.

Traditionally simple alarm system, in the general contours of the key fob of which the outlines of the “Starlines” of old generations are clearly guessed. In other, unlike the same "Cenmax", which StarLine alarms copied up to the colors of the wiring in the connectors, Sheriff looks more like a construction, and the support of the dialogue code and the optional wireless lockout relay allow speaking about this system as anti-theft.

Of course, it is worthwhile to advise this model only under very strict financial constraints. The matter here is far not only in the minimal functionality, but even in the banal inconvenience of setting the shock sensor - it has only one regulator for overall sensitivity, you cannot set the warning and alarm levels separately.

The novelty from StarLine, undoubtedly, deserves the closest attention. Judge for yourself: with the recommended price of less than 8,000 rubles, we are offered a good security system of the latest sixth generation, which has full support for working with CAN and LIN wiring (so that the owners of Lad are not cheated). Moreover, the capabilities of the sixth generation include indirect blocking of the engine start on a digital bus, and “smart” bypass of the standard immobilizer without any additional trackers.

Of course, in the out-of-the-box state, the E66 does not have a power startup module, as indicated by the first six in the label. But thanks to the modular platform, nothing will prevent you from subsequently complementing an already installed system with autorun or installing a telematics module - it often happens that car owners initially want to save on the signaling price, and then think about expanding its functionality. And the E66 makes it easy.

The telematic module, by the way, doesn’t really hurt the alarm: in the current third edition of the signaling protocol, StarLine learned to read and transmit to the user not only the information needed by the alarm itself, but also the injection computer controller errors: thus, your smartphone with the installed application will also become a free diagnostic tool entry-level device.

In urban conditions, it is also important that the alarm system operates at a frequency of 868 MHz - this frequency range is loaded much less than the usual 433 MHz, and in combination with a narrow-band transceiver, we get trouble-free radio channel operation even at hypermarked parking lots.

A full-fledged security complex, which allows the most flexible implementation of vehicle protection while maintaining ease of operation: the user can use both the remote control and the vehicle’s regular radio key, while starting the engine will be impossible without his secretly wearing radio tag. A full range of telematics services is also supported (mobile apps are available only for iOS and Android).

The alarm kit includes an autorun relay module, which makes it possible to start the engine both when connected via a digital bus and when there is a need for power management of ignition and electric starter.

Implementing a complete protection for the installer is helped by the possibility of pairing car alarms with the engine compartment module and the lockout radio relay, but acquiring them will increase the already high enough signaling price. But, since such alarms are intended primarily to protect business and premium cars, this does not significantly affect the total amount of work, given the complexity of the installation and the corresponding price level for installers.

This model of car alarm replaced the outdated A61, having received an updated modular platform StarLine. It was the modularity that became its main advantage - although in the basic version the alarm has a rather limited functionality, but at the same time it has a minimum price, and the buyer can choose all the necessary modules without overpaying for functions that he does not need.

"Out of the box" StarLine A63 boasts the presence of modern cryptographic signal coding, an ergonomic keyring with a fairly good connection in urban environments, flexible programmable channels for the implementation of auxiliary service functions (folding mirrors, finishing windows and so on). It is possible to implement the Slave mode, in which the removal and arming of the system is carried out with a regular car key, and the radio key fob functions as a wearable tag validator. Significantly expand the functionality of the alarm allows installation of additional expansion modules on its board:

• CAN / LIN-module allows you to connect the alarm to digital tires of any type used in the modern automotive industry. In addition to the obvious reading of status signals and control of actuators, in the case of the StarLine A63, this allows for validation by entering a user-defined code on the vehicle’s standard buttons. Thus, it is possible to implement two-step validation (by remote key and PIN code), which in modern conditions is considered to be a sufficient level of protection.
• GSM / GPS-module enables the implementation of full telematics work, including driving from a PC or an application on a mobile phone. It should be especially noted that StarLine is the only company on the modern market that offers a program for owners of Windows Phone devices.

The novelty in the “Pandektov” line has come out quite controversial, and giving it high points in the rating of the best car alarm systems does not give a price: this microsystem falls into the segment of top players, that is, initially limited to the number of potential buyers. Of course, out of the box there is also a keyless immobilizer bypass, GPS / GLONASS, and Bluetooth authorization from wireless tags, a Pandora smart watch or a smartphone, but for example, you will not connect an external satellite dish to this alarm, so The reception quality of the satellite signal will very seriously depend on the installation method.

Like other Pandect microsystems, the novelty will be of interest first of all to those who have the possibilities for competent installation of the central unit seriously limited by the layout - here the small size of the central unit gives its advantages. But if there is enough space, then, perhaps, the StarLine system, similar in capabilities, will cost you less.

* Even at the time of the announcement of the sixth-generation systems, the M96 stood out as if by itself - unlike the other Starlines, where the key fob remained a key fob, everything was assigned to a mobile application, and the phone could be connected to alarm and via Bluetooth. Actually, the label itself hints at mixed origins - the letter “M” has traditionally been used by StarLine beacons, while “96” uniquely identifies the sixth generation of alarms with auto start.

Now this system is knocked out of the general range even more: given that even fourth-generation alarms with fresh firmware are already capable of keyless immobilizer bypass, the M96 conservatism, which requires an external lineman, looks even strange.

Otherwise, this is a typical good telematic signaling, and yes even able to send an SMS with error codes that occur in the injection system to the owner's phone. A serious advantage of the design is the presence of a built-in lithium-ion battery (again the legacy of GPS beacons), which allows it to remain operational even when the hijacker disconnects the battery.

If you travel a lot, the presence of a second SIM card slot will also not be superfluous - you will not have to constantly change the "city" and "exit", especially if you consider that with a competent installation of the alarm system, you will have to disassemble the cars.

This security complex uses a modern, though unusual, approach to implementing control: the alarm is disarmed only by a regular radio key of a car or a team from a cell phone, but for validation, two wearable radio tags are used that come with it. This determines the range of possible users: without a car's radio keys, using the Pandect X-1100 becomes quite inconvenient.

It is possible to connect additional modules: GPS receiver, autorun module. An important plus Pandect X-1100 is the possibility of interfacing with wireless relay locks, significantly increasing the safety of the car. The telematic functions provided by the manufacturer provide for the notification of the accident to the relatives of the owner. However, unfortunately, it is impossible to name full-fledged telematics in this case: there is no access to data on the routes of the car with visualization on the map, control via the Internet via a computer or mobile application is impossible. This significantly reduces the attractiveness of the Pandect X-1100 as a telematics system.