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.

Professionally installed radar detectors and Laser Jammers

Cleveland, Ohio and the surrounding community is unique to the rest of the United States with the implementation of radar drones* on the highway transmitting in K band, red light cameras, speed trap cameras, the use of the older K band radar guns and the newer threat of state of the art laser guns. However, we have covered all the bases with our phenomenal product line up from Escort Radar, Beltronics, AL Priority and K40.

Access 1 Alarm and Audio offers multiple brands of radar systems such as Beltronics, Escort, K40 and the ultimate in laser protection, AL Priority. Even though it is uncommon for a company such as Access 1 Alarm & Audio to put all its eggs in a single basket, we can’t professionally recommend any other equipment other than Escort or Beltronics paired to the AL Priority due to Cleveland’s unique speed measuring threat. We have multiple systems for different budgets with different levels of protection.

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Alpine 8-Inch Screen Now with Bigger Features.

The record-breaking 8-Inch AVN System is back better than ever to suit your needs with an enhanced My Favorites feature, Dual Zone Video Control, retained factory controls, 3D navigation and built-in Bluetooth® wireless technology.

The KTX-GM8K2 is designed specifically for the Alpine 8-inch AVN head unit to give it a factory finished look matching the shape, color and texture of your dash. This Perfect F.I.T. (Factory Integration Technology) kit is for 2007+ Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado, Suburban, and Tahoe vehicles

Price: U.S. $1999.99 Kit includes all parts needed to complete installation. Not including Maestro unit.

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Cleveland, Ohio. 44111 So you want a car alarm, a vehicle security system, 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 car alarm needs on any of your vehicles. We offer qualified professional installations of Viper, Python, Avital, Automate, and Clifford car alarms, all 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 vehicle security systems 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.

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Nissan and Infiniti Touchscreen Garmin Navigation Integration

Add Garmin touchscreen navigation to select Nissan and Infiniti vehicles utilizing the factory color screen.

How does it work?

You initiate the navigation system by touching the new factory touchscreen display which will switch the system from the factory information over to the Garmin navigation system.

Once the navigation appears enter your destination as you would any other navigation system and you are off.

All voice prompts will be through the audio systems front speakers or if you have the Bose Audio system, they will be heard through the center channel.

Want to go back to the factory screen, then simply touch the bottom left corner for 2 seconds and you will be back to the factory.

Want to add backup camera?

Not a problem, this unit will allow you to add any camera you want. It even allows for another video input that can be used for a front camera, FLIR thermal imaging camera, or any video source you want such as Bluray, DVD, iPhone screen, Android Screen, or a gaming system.

So what separates this from other people copying it? Quite simply the utilization of a factory replacement touchscreen. This is a certified Nissan/Infiniti OEM part, there is no overlay added to it, or modifying the existing non touchscreen. the extra mile was taken by the NAVTV design engineers to provide you with the highest quality products.

Watch the video to the right to view the system in use. Navigation system is shown with the optional Live Nav Traffic system activated, which monitors the traffic flow patterns of your route.

Pricing Starts at $1499.99 Professionally Installed

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