Of course, hypothetically, a car is not even a luxury at all, but simply a convenient means of transportation. But in our country, a new car is not cheap, and there are enough chances to lose it. For example, as a result of theft. In any case, today you can find numerous reviews about this. “StarLine A93” is an alarm system popular among domestic motorists that can prevent such a sad and undesirable outcome.
Basic information
This is the name of a specialized security complex equipped with an automatic vehicle start-up device that uses highly protected protocols for data transmission. What are the reviews talking about? StarLine A93 was specifically designed to protect those vehicles that can take full advantage of the CAN and LIN digital data transmission circuitry. Simply put, these are all the latest cars from AvtoVAZ. When buying and installing, be sure (!) To check the availability of the following components in the delivery:
- Instructions for the proper use of the product.
- Warranty documents.
- User memo that answers the most common questions.
- The main keychain of the security system with a small but informative LCD display and feedback function.
- The central block of the complex.
- One battery for powering the key fob (AAA).
- One additional relay and block for its fastening.
- Important! An additional keychain must be supplied in the kit, as there is always a chance of loss or permanent damage to the main one.
- Power Module
- System transceiver.
- The unit responsible for bypassing the car immobilizer.
- Finally, the “chant”, she is a siren.
Why did we detail the standard equipment for delivering alarms in such detail? Everything is simple. Alas, not all dealers are distinguished by their crystal clear thoughts and absolute honesty. StarLine A93 car alarms did not escape such a regrettable attitude: the owners' reviews say that there are very unpleasant cases.
So, some dealerships force (!) To separately buy a second alarm key fob and transceiver, although all this comes as standard. Having bought this alarm, you get all the components indicated in the above list. You do not have to pay extra for any of them. Moreover, such “claims” by the installers are a direct violation of the laws of our country.
Never be shy and demand your presence during installation. If there is such an opportunity, be sure to bring along a friend or even a hired specialist who understands the electrics and electronics of modern cars. Believe me, such a simple measure in many cases will save your nerves and money! Almost all experienced motorists insist on this.
What is characterized by this alarm?
The manufacturer himself "rests" on the following distinctive features of his brainchild:
- Three security lines at once: a code, an immobilizer validator, a standard self-defense system.
- Shock and tilt sensors with remote adjustment. Simply put, this system is able to automatically register an attempt to lift the car with a jack with its subsequent "evacuation".
- The system automatically starts the engine at the appointed time or by a signal from the control panel.
- In the presence of CAN + LIN in the car, the installation of an alarm system takes very little time. In addition, the presence of such a system minimizes the need for interference in the electronic circuits of the machine, which contributes to a sharp increase in the reliability of the entire complex. The number of "glitches" is significantly reduced.
- The keychain of the protective system is made of especially durable plastic; it easily withstands impacts and falls on a hard surface.
- Through additional channels, you can configure the alarm management of the car itself, folding mirrors, seatback angle, etc.
- The range of the multichannel protected receiver reaches 2000 m.
The main advantages of this security system
Do all the above reviews confirm? “StarLine A93” is a really good alarm system, the list of real advantages of which is much wider:
- Users especially note the presence of a standard START / STOP button. Due to this, this security system is ideally compatible with vehicles structurally having such a system. Motorists note that this option makes it much easier and faster to integrate an alarm system with on-board equipment of a car.
- CAN + LIN interface currently supports more than 300 machine models, and their list is regularly updated. Users say that support for new cars is added almost every time the firmware is changed.
- Implementation of additional functions is available without buying new, expensive “lotions”. The huge modernization potential allows you to simply upgrade the firmware, rather than buying a new protective kit.
What else is the manufacturer talking about and testimonials testify to? “StarLine A93”, among other advantages, has an excellent set of standard anti-theft functions. These include the following options:
- Installation of the StarLine R2 wireless interlock relay.
- A similar situation is with the StarLine R3 model.
- You can add a GSM / GPS module, using only one connector.
Here are the highlights of StarLine A93. The reviews confirm that this alarm also has other positive aspects, which even the manufacturer itself does not always mention. Among the positive aspects include, for example, a wide range of the most diverse teams in standard security and alarm modes. Here is a short list of them:
- The ability to control all regular car locks responsible for locking doors.
- There is a constructive protection against theft, which imitates a technical engine malfunction and prevents the further movement of an attacker who has illegally taken possession of your vehicle.
- When you open the trunk, the StarLine A93 alarm is immediately turned off. Reviews say that the owner of a car with this protective system will never be in a stupid situation when a car starts to “yell” when opening the luggage compartment with an alarm running.
- Management of opening and closing the hood lock.
- Since this security system is deeply integrated into the car’s electronic circuits, it can even be used to turn on a standard alarm, which is quite convenient in emergency situations.
Owner Comfort
But not only all of the above are famous for the StarLine A93 alarm! Reviews of even experienced motorists indicate the fact that the manufacturer is seriously concerned about the comfort of using its products. In order not to be unfounded, the main "comfortable" functions should be listed:
- If a pre-start heater is mounted in your vehicle, then it can be controlled using the standard features of the alarm described by us. You do not have to buy any additional modules.
- It is possible to automatically adjust the angle of the seatbacks, depending on the preferences of the owner of the car. Again, you do not need to buy any additional blocks and other equipment to implement this function.
- Again, the functionally incorporated possibility of automatically returning the steering column to its original state.
Will autostart hinder?
Not everyone immediately liked the StarLine A93 alarm. The reviews often contain the opinions of those incredulous motorists who, having taken a leap with cheap Chinese alarms, don’t trust such “sophisticated” technology too much. The motives for their suspicions are largely understandable, since other security systems often begin to “boggle” when using the same startup. But StarLine A93 car alarm doesn’t belong to this category in any way: owner reviews indicate that all its components work perfectly and without failures. This is what the standard autostart option is good for when it is integrated with the auto protection system:
- When the car starts in automatic mode, the start of the wipers and radio is automatically blocked.
- But in the same period, heated seats and windows automatically start. When you leave the house, you only need to brush off the significantly softened ice from the windshield and get into a fully warmed, comfortable car.
- There is an imitation of “ordinary” ignition keys, which is useful in the case of obsolete cars, on board of which there is not a sufficient amount of “smart” electronics.
- If it is frosty outside, and the first signal did not lead to the start of the motor, a second impulse is sent. It should be noted that this option is relevant only for machines with a standard STOP / START button.
- There is also a simulated second starter signal. Again, this mode is intended for those cars in which the regular engine start from the button is absent constructively.
How else do they characterize StarLine A93 (reviews)? The GSM module, according to the impressions of the owners, is surprisingly reliable and does not fail even in really difficult operating conditions. For civilian electronics, this is truly a rarity. In addition, the extended security mode really pleases, since when it is turned on, the following automatically occurs:
- Mirrors fold (if they have an electric drive, of course).
- The ceiling hatch closes (also if available).
- The display mode on the control panel changes, which will not allow the owner to forget about the activation of the mode.
Tips from experienced car owners: proper installation
What are the other features of StarLine A93? Reviews (you can open it on any automotive-related resource) indicate that this alarm system, despite its technological complexity and the abundance of options to protect your car, can be installed independently. So you will save a lot of money, and even be able to protect yourself from the machinations of dishonest “official representatives”.
Again, from the reviews there are many situations where car owners had to visit the service center three and four times to eliminate installation flaws. Naturally, for each visit and "diagnosis" had to pay separately. So independent work is the key to maximum quality. This conclusion inevitably comes any experienced motorist with experience. So, what is the best way to recommend StarLine A93 reviews? Installation instructions are pretty simple.
Firstly, the central unit is mounted somewhere in the cabin, but it is done in such a way that at least five centimeters of free space remain before various sensors and similar elements. The unit must be mounted with bolts or plastic ties in such a way as to completely eliminate its displacement from its place, even under conditions of strong vibration. Important! Since there are several temperature sensors in the central unit at once, you need to place it at the maximum distance from any heat sources in the cabin.
If you have to mount the unit in a place that cannot fully guarantee the absence of moisture, be sure to place it with the connectors down so that the water, even if it gets on the electronics, does not cause the last critical harm. What else is characterized by the installation of StarLine A93? Owner reviews indicate that special attention should be paid to the placement of various sensors.
Placement of main sensors
It is imperative not to place the receiver receiver sensor under the tinted sunscreen on the windshield, since in this case the range of the complex and its remote control capabilities are noticeably reduced. In addition, the transceiver sensors have very sensitive elements that respond to shock and strong tilt.
Therefore, we strongly advise against installing this module on soft plastic, since in this case the probability of false positives is too high. What are the requirements for installing a siren, which is obligatory equipped with the StarLine A93 KAN / LIN alarm? Reviews from experienced car owners say that the "fastening" of such an important element should be given the greatest possible attention.
Where to mount the siren?
It is mounted under the hood, and trying to place it at the maximum distance from sources of moisture and heat. The “speaker” is directed downward so that moisture does not get into it under any conditions. Immediately make sure that the siren and its wires are completely inaccessible and invisible even if an attacker crawls under the bottom of the car to inspect it. In the event that you have purchased an autonomous version of the siren, be sure to provide the most convenient access to the module for disconnecting it.
In the same manner, it is recommended to incorporate a fuse in the circuit of its power supply, which protects the warning device from overloads in the vehicle electrical system. By the way! Failure to comply with this requirement is the basis for every second negative review: “StarLine A93” simply will not be able to work normally during overloads or short circuits in the electrical circuit of the machine. It can be very difficult to identify their causes, and false alarms are provided to you.
Temperature sensor
It is mounted on the branch pipe of the cooling system, mounting the sensor with plastic ties. Installation is allowed near the engine block, provided that suitable bolted joints are used in diameter. It is important to understand that the correct operation of the system for automatically starting your car’s engine and the optimal fuel consumption largely depend on the correct selection of a place for a temperature sensor.
Basic alarm installation requirements
Many negative reviews about StarLine A93 alarm with auto start are caused not by any shortcomings in the hardware and software of this equipment, but by a banal unwillingness to understand the basic installation rules. If you make gross mistakes during this operation, you should not be surprised at the inadequate operation of the protective system and its strange “glitches”. So, here are the main points that must be followed during installation:
- It is installed only (!) On cars whose on-board network voltage is not lower than 12V.
- Without fail (!) Before installation, you should "drive" the electronic circuits of the machine for any errors. By such are meant not only non-working interior lights, but also the “Jackie Chan” icon, which is cheerfully burning on the dashboard. It is due to the fact that many motorists completely ignore this condition, and terrible stories about the "StarLine A93" CAN / LIN appear. Reviews fully confirm this.
- Before starting the installation, remove the electrical and electronics circuits of your car from dusty bins. Only on the basis of these documents can installation be carried out. “By eye”, never do anything.
- All wires should be laid as far as possible from all possible sources of interference, especially from ignition coils and power cables. Never and in no case should they come into contact with moving mechanical parts, as this will sooner or later lead to breaks and short circuits.
- All components can only be connected to the power connectors (!) After final installation and integrity check.
- If your machine has additionally installed relays, then before installing the security system, check their operability. In the event that at least some doubts arise about this, it is better to completely replace the "controversial" part.
- Mount the engine temperature sensor near the exhaust manifold - utter stupidity. Constant overheating will be guaranteed.
- The gap between the contacts of the limit switches of the trunk and the hood when they are closed must be at least three millimeters. Violation of this simplest requirement of 90% leads to false alarms and incorrect operation of the alarm.
findings
So how did the StarLine A93 KAN / LIN alarm system work? The feedback from experienced car owners confirms that we are faced with a high-quality and reliable protective system, the installation of which may well prevent many troubles associated with car theft.
Yes, there are negative opinions about this equipment. But here it is worth mentioning once again those aspects that distinguish StarLine A93 car alarms: the responses of inexperienced "installers" do not corny take into account that this is a really complex complex, and installation errors are unacceptable.
If you poorly integrate the alarm system into the electronic circuits of your car, it is foolish to count on uninterrupted and trouble-free operation.