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Turn your alarm system into a security system!
Well what does that mean? You just spent a few hundred dollars on an alarm system to protect your vehicle and you go to bed at night feeling easy knowing that your vehicle has an alarm system, but is your vehicle really protected? Time and time again we hear from many people across the nation or read the stories online in forums that the vehicle was broken into or worse, stolen and had an aftermarket security system installed on it. So what to do?
First by definition an alarm is a signal that warns or alerts while security is the state of being protected or safe from harm. Two different terms each describing an aftermarket or factory system, but which one would you prefer for your vehicle?
Now we do write alarm system throughout our website but that is because the term is loosely used in the world and makes it easier for Google to search the term when people do not distinguish between the two. However, we hope that more people read this and armed with this knowledge understand the difference.
Access 1 Alarm & Audio's basic alarm systems come with door trigger monitoring, siren, shock sensor, flashing parking lights, keyless entry, starter interrupt/kill and a flashing light indicating the status of the alarm system in which all are professionally installed by one of our highly skilled and trained technicians. Currently this is an alarm system as it will warn or alert anyone within ear shot of the vehicle. Now there is some limitations to the basic system as it does not monitor the trunk or hatch depending on the vehicle and the hood leaving them vulnerable to thieves. A pin switch at a minimal reasonable price can be added to ensure that they are integrated into the alarm system.
Layers!
Layers is what turns an alarm system into a security system and the more layers the better protected the vehicle is. For instance there are several add on sensors that will activate the alarm like a proximity sensor, tilt sensor or glass break sensor and will be discussed further in this article.
2-way security systems are the first reasonable route to go with which are like the basic alarm systems listed above but have the capability to page your remote control from 1000 ft to a mile away depending on the system which will inform you that the alarm system is going off. The draw back to the 2-way systems is that the max range is limited to a mile maximum on the premium 2-way systems and you have to be carrying the 2-way remote control fob with you. Now you can add SmartStart which will increase the range globally if you are within cell/Wi-Fi service and will provide you with text, push notifications and email to your smartphone.
View a list of available security sensors by CLICKING HERE
Turning the alarm into a security system
The first step is to add the hood and trunk/hatch pin triggers, this allows the alarm system to monitor those areas and inform you if they are opened while the alarm system is active. The trunk is where we store valuables or is an entry point into the vehicle. The hood trigger monitors the hood area as it states and is an excellent option to add as this is where your battery, horn, and siren are located. With the battery disconnected your alarm system will not sound, and if your siren and horn wires are cut nothing will be heard.
Next would be to hook up the horn to the security system, this provides an audible warning that when combined with the siren is louder and draws more attention to the vehicle when the system is triggered.
Now it's time to add the layers of protection with additional sensors. A field disturbance sensor or perimeter sensor is an accessory that will monitor the perimeter of the vehicle and chirp if someone was to be within approximately 2' of the vehicle informing them that you have a security system. This sensor has a dual zone capability and if someone was to reach into your vehicle with the convertible top or the windows down it will set the security system off. If you have a 2-way system or SmartStart you will be notified.
Another sensor is the glass break sensor. The glass break sensor sets the security system off when it detects the frequency of broken glass. Yes you will have a broken window, but your vehicle and most likely the contents will still be there.
What about your rims or towing? The digital tilt sensor is a great addition to the security system and will monitor the vehicles angle regardless if you parked on a hill or a level surface. This sensor will trigger your security system if the vehicles angle has been tilted 1 or 3 degrees.
The shock and impact sensor, this sensor is included in all of our basic alarm packages but it deserves some explanation on what it does and does not do. The shock sensor will generate a warn away signal for minor impact or vibrations picked up on the vehicle and will set the security/alarm system off when it detects a heavy blow to the vehicle such as someone hitting it. This sensor is completely adjustable however it will not set the alarm off or trigger a warn away when the vehicle is simply touched.
SURPRISE the thief!
Here is a few additional items to turn your alarm system into a security system and will make the thief's attempt to drive away with your vehicle much harder.
Our favorite is the backup battery siren, this siren will sound if the thief cuts the wires to the siren or removes power to the battery and will continue to sound until turned off with a security key or power is restored to the vehicle.
How about a backup battery for the alarm system? This accessory powers the alarm and triggers the security system when power is removed. Surprise! The system still works.
The interior pain generator mini piezo sirens are great for placing in the interior of the vehicle and activate when the security system is triggered causing the thief to not want to be inside the vehicle.
Convenience
After all you go through great lengths and a financial burden to keep your vehicle and its contents protected, what can it do for you? How about adding remote start, power trunk actuator, window automaton, power door locks or power windows if not equipped or even headlight automation that will light the way to your vehicle at night upon disarming the security system.
Cool features
How about a security system with the talking voice module? "Protected by Viper stand back" yes, the voice module can interface with your security system and besides Viper specific messages, it can do it in Spanish or English. The addition of extra LED flashing security lights or the blue high visibility electro-luminescent "Protected by Viper" flashing warning panel lets the thief know you are serious about the security of your vehicle.
Guarantee
What is the guarantee after you do all this or add additional sensors that your vehicle will still be there when you get back to it? Well besides our lifetime guarantee on all alarm systems parts and labor, Viper backs it up with Viper's one-year Guaranteed Protection Plan and is the most generous in the industry. GPP refunds your comprehensive insurance deductible up to $2,500 if your car is stolen with a Viper security system installed and armed – whether your vehicle is recovered or not! Click HERE for more details.
Add a backup camera to your Chevy Silverado
Outfit your Silverado with a backup camera while maintaining the factory look. Access 1 Alarm & Audio specializes in quality aftermarket backup camera integration's and offers multiple solutions to fit within your budget or requirements.
Utilizing the factory screen, our camera interfaces allow for multiple style backup cameras to be displayed while in reverse. From the appearance of the factory looking stealth mounted camera that replaces the tailgate handle to the license plate frame camera with its wide view, each camera displays an outstanding high resolution color image even in low light conditions at night.
The Chevy Silverado integration module will display Rear Dynamic Parking Assistance Lines that move along with the steering wheel position. Further, a second video input can be used for any other composite video source, such as a FLIR Night Vision or front view camera that is activated automatically when you press the "HOME" button.
Welcome to the world of PowerBass! A car audio company that has been pounding heads since 2001.
Although the name is new on the scene, the PowerBass team is not. With a combined 20 years of experience in design, engineering, manufacturing, and marketing, the automotive audio division has what it takes to give you, the audiophile, the sickest, cleanest and most explosive sound on the highway today. By controlling design and manufacturing, hand picking components, and thinking outside the box about what goes in the box, PowerBass believes they have designed a product line worthy of your ride.
This starter bass package combines a pair of 12" woofers and a 2 channel bridgeable amplifier in a nice and neat gift box. The perfect gift for those wanting bass in the vehicle without breaking the bank.
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Cleveland, Ohio. 44111 So you want a remote start for your vehicle but you don’t have any idea what to do or what to purchase. Well Access 1 Alarm and Audio, Cleveland, Ohio’s premier Viper dealer, is the place to take care of all your remote start needs on any of your vehicles. We offer qualified professional installations of Viper, Python, Avital, Automate, and Clifford remote start systems at affordable prices.
What to look for first
Obviously the first is a qualified shop that offers quality products such as ours, but also a shop that stands by their installation and products. Access 1 Alarm, offers a lifetime warranty on the remote start unit and the installation for as long as you own the vehicle. Then there would be the product selection, as what would work with your vehicle.
Access 1 Alarm offers Directed products, the largest car alarm and remote start company worldwide. Their products consist of the infamous Viper line, complimented by; Automate, Avital, Clifford and Python. As the global leader of car alarms and remote starts, they simply offer the best products for your vehicle.
Radar Detectors and Laser Jammers For Your Porsche
Remote start now available for your Porsche Macan Luxury SUV
Regardless of the outside environment you can now enter your Porsche to a climate you are more accustomed to, from cooling off the interior in the warm weather to heating it during the cold winter days. Access 1 Alarm and Audio, Cleveland Ohio's leading Viper dealer, can professionally install a remote start systems that will allow you to start your vehicle 15 minutes prior to entering the vehicle.
Offering multiple solutions from the basic system that utilizes the factory key fob to the SmartStart 2-way system that includes communication to and from the vehicle to your smartphone with virtually unlimited global range.
The Ultimate In Ford Mustang Upgrades - The Ford 8" Multimedia Navigation System
This navigation kit is the perfect upgrade for the factory audio system found in select 2015 and up Ford Mustang vehicles. The complete upgrade kit provides a significantly larger 8-inch TOUCHSCREEN LCD screen, double the size of the OE factory display. The system also includes the latest in navigation technology utilizing the iGO NEXTGEN platform for onboard turn-by-turn route guidance, HDMI connectivity for smartphone mirroring, and a back-up camera input for safety and convenience. When professionally installed, this navigation kit is designed for to blend seamlessly with your factory system and is compatible with the built-in Ford SYNC system.
Price: U.S. $1299.99
Professionally Installed 3 Year Warranty
8-INCH DISPLAY – The system’s high resolution 8-inch LCD screen (800 X 480) to provide a bigger picture, accommodate more information, and make it faster and easier to see video and mapping information.
iGO NEXT-GEN NAVIGATION – Harness the power of navigation and always know exactly where you’re at with the iGO NEXTGEN navigation platform. The included software provides mapping and turn-by-turn directions to any destination in the country. It offers more than 17 million points of interest (US/Canada), 3D building and topography view modes, and 2D/3D/Smart zoom features for easy to follow graphics.
USER UPDATEABLE MAPPING – Quickly update to the latest map information available by simply going to www.naviextras.com.
HDMI CONNECTIVITY – The built-in HDMI input opens up a world of entertainment capabilities allowing you to connect any portable device with an HDMI output such as an Android smartphone device for mirroring content directly on its display (while parked). The module also includes the MHL to HDMI cable that is compatible with today’s most popular smartphones.
REVERSE CAMERA INPUT – Designed with safety in mind, the system lets you add the convenience of a reverse camera to see what’s directly behind you when the car is shifted into reverse.
FORD SYNC SYSTEM RETENTION – Retains the factory SYNC options including voice control, Bluetooth capabilities, factory SYNC controls, and USB connectivity.
FACTORY LOOK AND FIT – The system replacement provides the same factory appearance utilizing the factory controls for all the HVAC as well as added integration onto the screen for more control.
OBD2 INFO SCREEN – The system includes a built-in OBD2 information screen for key status of tire pressure, door and trunk, and parking brake.
EXTENDED WARRANTY - 3 year/36,000 mile warranty included when installed by Access 1 Alarm.
The Alpine INE-W960 has all the essentials you will need through its 6.1-inch WVGA touch-screen monitor: Bluetooth wireless technology and 3D Navigation. Plus you get Pandora and SiriusXM compatibility. All this amazing technology is at your fingertips and it comes in the easiest to use AVN unit on the market. The INE-W960 also features Visual Enhancement, a new technology that provides a more balanced picture, not over-emphasizing dark or light areas, so movies are seen with greater clarity. All of the graphics are crisp and clean for your viewing pleasure.
- 6.1-inch WVGA High Resolution Touch Control Display
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- 3 4-Volt Pre-amp Outputs
- DVD, AAC, MP3, DivX Playback
- Built-in Navigation with 3D & 2D mapping
- Bluetooth® Hands-Free Calling & Audio Streaming
- Android™, Blackberry®, and iPhone Pandora Control
- Works with iPod® and iPhone®
Price $699.99
regular $999.99
The INE-W960 offers reliable navigation with preloaded NAVTEQ® map data of the United States and Canada, including Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, which translates to maps galore. Choose from different intuitive map view options, such as 3D mapping, split map, and turn-by-turn arrow view. This unit also features Alpine's exclusive Graphical User Interface with intuitive screen graphics, so it's easy for you to find your way. Get quick and easy directions from start to finish.
Accessories and Enhancements For Your Aston Martin
Add a backup camera to your Dodge vehicle
Equip your Dodge Avenger, Caliber, Caravan, Challenger, Charger, Dart, Durango, Journey, Magnum or Viper vehicle with a backup camera on your factory MYGIG or Uconnect screen.
Offering multiple solutions from the basic backup camera displaying on the navigation screen when placing the vehicle in reverse to adding FLIR thermal imaging front facing camera displaying the dark road ahead as if it were daytime.
For the following radios MYGIG: RB2, RBZ, REN, REW, REP, RER, REZ, RHB, RHR, RHW, RHP
Uconnect 5" RA2, 8.4" RA3 & RA4
Starting at $599.99 installed
includes backup camera