Combination of buttons for autorun. Model range of StarLine alarms and setup instructions

The StarLine A91 security system belongs to the class of budget alarms. Despite this fact, it provides all the necessary functions to protect the car, and the anti-theft complex itself meets all current requirements. The data flow in Starline A91 passes through eight changing channels with a 128-bit encryption code.

In addition, the system provides an option for intelligent engine start. Thanks to such features, it is extremely difficult to intercept a security system signal, because the alarm independently selects the frequency for communication between the key fob and the main unit in the car. This feature, in the city and higher level radio interference plays a key role.

How to start the engine from the remote control

As noted above, the StarLine A91 anti-theft complex provides a remote engine starting function. But before setting up autorun, follow a few steps:

• Move the gearshift knob to neutral (disengage all gears).
• Turn the key in the ignition and remove it. The engine must be turned off.
• Apply the handbrake.
• Close all doors, trunk lid and hood well.

To successfully set up autorun, it is important to strictly follow the given algorithm. Otherwise, remote startup will not be possible. If the car is properly prepared (the engine is turned off by the Starline A91 alarm), it can be started from the key fob in various ways:

• Press and hold the 1st button for three seconds. As soon as you hear the beep, press the 3rd key.
• Set up periodic engine start from the remote control.

This option is especially relevant in winter, when it is necessary to warm up the engine from time to time. The StarLine A91 control panel is capable of automatically starting the engine and ensuring its warm-up, with the required frequency - once every two, three, four hours or once a day.

Setting up automatic start based on temperature and time

The peculiarity of the Starline A91 Dialogue security system is the ease of setting up autorun. The latter can be adjusted so that the function will start the engine when the temperature drops to a certain level, or at a specific time period.

Enabling autostart based on temperature

To set up autostart based on temperature, take into account some conditions for the correct operation of this option - the installation location, the presence of a temperature sensor, and its serviceability. To activate the function, follow these steps:

• For a long time, press the 3rd key (with the star icon).
• Wait for it to appear sound signal from the remote control (the sound should be single).
• Look at the display - the icon located on the left side at the bottom of the display will blink.
• Briefly press the 3rd button, then move through the menu to the thermometer icon (third from the left).

Once you are sure that the required function is set on StarLine A91, press the 1st button to activate the mode. If you need to turn it off, press the 2nd key on the key fob body. Now look at the display - in place of the clock, the motor temperature parameter should appear, at which the autostart will work.

After the temperature is displayed, you don’t need to do anything - after 8-10 seconds, the Starline A91 key fob will give a signal and a clock will appear on the screen. At the same time, the 3rd icon with a thermometer remains darkened. By appearance images, you can control the correct autorun settings based on temperature. If the icon is light, the function is disabled, and if it is dark, the option is activated.

Video: Setting up Starline A91 autostart, by temperature (by timer, by alarm clock)

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Configuring autorun by time

To enable this option on StarLine A91, select the 2nd icon on the display. At the same time, the car's headlights should blink once, and the security system key fob should give a signal in the form of a melody. This completes the timed autorun setup. The system will independently give a command to start the engine at a certain time.

If the car does not start on the first try, a second attempt is made. In this case, the starter operating time is automatically extended by 0.2 seconds. The device timer includes four attempts to start the engine. If all of them are used up, but the engine still does not start, a sound signal will sound on the Starline A91 remote control.

To configure autorun by time, take the following steps:

1. Press and hold long time, 3rd button on the alarm key fob (the symbol “*” is drawn on the key).
2. The remote control will make a short sound, but hold the button until the second signal appears. After this, release the key. The icon on the left side (at the very edge of the screen) should blink.
3. Press the 3rd button, then move to the fan icon.
4. Apply short pressure to the 1st key of the key fob. The latter must produce a melody.
5. Wait 10 seconds until the key fob beeps again. The fan image should remain darkened.

If the above manipulations are done correctly, then the autorun setup is complete. Now the StarLine A91 alarm system will issue a command to start the engine at a certain interval.

Disabling the option is carried out using a similar algorithm. The only thing is that confirmation of the choice is made using the 2nd button, which shows open lock. If the engine started successfully, an icon depicting exhaust gases appears on the display. The car's headlights should flash three times and the horn sound three times.

Why autorun may not work - the main reasons

During the operation of the car, situations are possible when the Starline A91 autostart does not work from the key fob. The reason for this phenomenon, as a rule, is not associated with the failure of one of the parts, but with errors in operation or configuration. If the automatic start fails, problems may arise with setting up the vehicle software.

The main signs of failure include:

• The car doors cannot be closed using the key fob. Here it is better to contact the specialists at the service station. To eliminate the malfunction, it is necessary to check and calculate the location of the break in the chain between the main unit and the door, the compliance of the actuator wires with the declared technical requirements, as well as the correct setting of the door closing impulse.
• Teams with keychain StarLine A91 do not find a response from the main unit installed in the car. Such a malfunction can usually be explained by a low battery or stuck control keys. The solution to the problem is to completely replace the remote control and register it in the alarm system.
• The shock sensor does not work. Here the right decision is its reconfiguration.
• Autostart of Starline A91 is not activated. A common cause is faulty wiring that can become damaged. In addition, the cause of the breakdown may be an incorrectly installed immobilizer bypass (most often an antenna). Also check that autorun is configured correctly.
• The alarm is activated excessively. There are two possible reasons for this - over-sensitivity of the sensor or the appearance of rust on the limit switches.
• The car siren does not work. There may be several reasons - the siren itself has failed, or the car’s wiring has been damaged. To eliminate the breakdown, it may be necessary to replace the signal source or repair the vehicle wiring.

Car auto start is a convenient function, and many drivers have appreciated it. In most cases, a special unit included in the alarm system is responsible for its implementation. However, there are situations when an autorun module is needed, but you don’t want to change the entire system because of this. Is it possible to do something in such cases?

How does the autorun module work?

Automatic and remote starting is necessary so that the car can get into working condition in advance of the trip, and the interior can warm up in the winter or cool down in the summer. As a rule, the engine autostart unit allows you to turn on the engine:

• by the clock at a preset time;
• by temperature sensor, if the minimum is set;
• by remote signal.

The engine autostart module itself consists of the following parts:

1. Electronic control unit. Its task is to process the owner’s commands, analyze sensor readings and send signals to the vehicle’s actuators.
2. Sensors They are needed to avoid engine wear or even engine failure. As a rule, the kit always includes at least a sensor that measures the oil pressure (if the pressure is insufficient, starting will be blocked and can only be done manually). Also, cars are often equipped with a gear position sensor: if the car is not in neutral, the engine will not start either.
3. Pre-heater. This is an optional part, but it is extremely useful during the cold season.

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The algorithm by which the module automatically starts the engine looks like this:

• The module receives a signal - externally, from the owner, or internally from the built-in timer or temperature sensors.
• The heater turns on.
• The fuel supply is turned on.
• The immobilizer is turned off or, if its device allows it, switched to the “Autostart” mode.
• Diagnostics of the on-board electronics and power supply system is underway.
• The starter starts.
• The carburetor prepares the fuel mixture.
• The ignition turns on.
• If everything went as expected, the driver receives a signal that the engine has started.

Thus, it is easy to see that remote engine starting is possible on vehicles equipped with a sufficient number of electronic devices. Naturally, on an old car with a “crooked starter” handle, it is at least useless.

In addition, it is easy to notice that alarm operation is not required for this procedure. That is why it is possible to use auto-start of a car without an alarm.

Launch from phone and other module options

Nowadays you can find many options for autostart systems on the car accessories market. Let's see what the manufacturers offer.

GSM autostart car without alarm

The system using a GSM unit is convenient for those who park their car far from home. One of side effects The benefit of using this communication system is the ability to both determine the position of the vehicle and communicate with it beyond the range of a standard radio key fob. In this case, the control signal to the trigger unit can be transmitted using the usual cellular communication. In essence, the module will be an analogue of a telephone to which you can call or send messages.

The advantages of this kind of modules are:

• Unlimited range. It is enough that the car is located in the territory of the “cell” - that is, “within visibility” of the nearest repeater. Since most of European Russia and a fair share of Siberia and Far East are covered by cellular communications, the launch command can be given even from a neighboring region.
• Convenience. If you have GSM autostart without alarm, you don’t need to buy an additional remote control - just use cell phone, which are now widely available. A special application allows you to turn any

However, it is necessary to remember some limitations:

• Access to the control unit must be carefully configured. An accidental phone call to the number you are using may result in GSM car equipment accidentally starting the engine.
• Only new numbers should be used. It is possible that some number previously belonged to a stranger.
• Access to the cellular communication system is paid. Therefore, if your car is equipped with this remote start option, be prepared to pay extra for this service.
• Overload of the cellular network (for example, during the holidays) will cause the system to stop working.

Autostart from key fob

More convenient for many car owners is to activate automatic engine start using a radio key fob. In this case, the control panel (key fob) sends an encoded radio signal to the module - and then the system operates in normal mode.

In this case, you don't have to worry about paying for cellular service, you don't need an app-enabled smartphone, and you don't have to worry about unauthorized access. However, it is necessary to remember that the signal from the hand-held remote control is low-power. Therefore, if you need to turn on the engine on a car located far from home, it is better to purchase a GSM model.

Pros and cons of automatic start technology

Like any other device, autostart for a car without an alarm has its positive and negative aspects. Its obvious advantages are:

• Complete preparation of the engine for operation in advance. By the time the driver hits the road, the engine will already be started, brought to operating speed and warmed up. You don’t have to waste time and go straight away - and in winter time this saves a lot of time.
• Comfortable conditions in the cabin. The heating system or air conditioning usually starts together with the engine. Thus, by the beginning of the trip, the inside of the car is already warm or cool, depending on the time of year.
• Autostart is indispensable on trucks, where frozen hydraulics can damage the entire vehicle.

However, there are also disadvantages, and quite serious ones. They are:

• Vulnerability. Automatic start of a car without an alarm system attracts the attention of car thieves or thieves - and you can lose either the car or valuables left in the cabin. Operation of the engine together with an alarm and immobilizer is usually impossible. Therefore, you can use the device without an alarm only in a guarded parking lot, or when the car is in the owner’s field of view.
• Excessive fuel consumption. The electronic unit must be carefully configured; without this, it will drive the engine at those speeds that it considers normal. In addition, starting by a timer or temperature sensor will cause the machine to turn on itself, even when it is not required. This problem is solved by correctly setting up the sensors and programming the unit itself.
• Winter autostart in a parking lot often leads to freezing of the muffler, in which condensation accumulates. To avoid this, you need to set a limit on the operating time of the motor. In practice, about 10 minutes is enough, after which the engine can be turned off.
• Without a gear sensor, automatic starting is dangerous: if the driver forgets to put it in neutral or does not apply the handbrake, the car may well roll away. In the past, it often happened that the driver accidentally pressed the autostart remote control in his pocket when the car, for example, was standing at a traffic light with the gear engaged - and without his participation the car was thrown into red. The only method to solve the problem is to use high-quality sensors.

Installing auto start separately from the alarm system - is it worth doing this?

Best option– this is when the installation of a remote engine start is carried out together with security system. In this case, you can be sure that there will be no internal conflict between the two systems.

However, there are advantages to installation separate module. First of all, in this case the owner of the car will not be bound technical characteristics the devices offered by the alarm manufacturer. It will be possible to choose exactly what suits both quality and price.

In addition, even in a perfectly configured alarm system, the autostart unit will be perceived by the system as something extraneous. Starting the engine will inevitably force security sensors work, and a conflict with the immobilizer often does not even make it possible in principle to set automatic start.

Starline, Pandora and other autostart models - system rating

Based on reviews from motorists, you can make an approximate rating of autostart modules in terms of price and quality ratio. It will look something like this:

1. StarLine A94 is one of the best options. Reliable, easy to install, relatively cheap.
2. Pantera SLK-675RS. A little more expensive and more problems with installation, but quite a worthy thing.
3. Scher-Khan LOGICAR 1. Here the opinions of users are somewhat divided. Some praise this system, others note that it makes no sense to buy a module separately: it shows all its advantages only when combined with a complete alarm installation.
4. StarLine A91. “Budget”, but quite reliable model.
5. Pantera SLK-868RS. The main advantage is compatibility with almost any car model.

Is it possible to make the device yourself?

Remote start engine without alarm – convenient thing, and therefore many car owners are interested in the question: is it possible to somehow do it with their own hands? Yes, this is possible - however, this option will require considerable knowledge in both electronics and car mechanics. Nowadays you can find a lot on the market finished parts, at correct installation which will result in a pretty decent remote start of a car engine.

The simplest option is to install an additional GSM unit on an existing autostart for a car without an alarm system. In this case, you only need the mobile phone itself. It will need to be disassembled and connected in such a way that the signal from the phone’s vibration motor goes to the backup automatic start input. However, before this, you will have to carefully configure the phone, adding all numbers to the “black list” except the car owner’s number, and prohibiting the reception of SMS from short numbers. In addition, you will need to somehow solve the issue of powering the phone from the car’s on-board electrical system.

In the same case, if autostart without a car alarm is done “from scratch,” a number of fundamental points must be taken into account:

• If the car has an automatic transmission, the system must be connected before the automatic transmission circuit breaks. It is better to use an 8-pin power connector.
• An additional power input is usually not needed.
• Be sure to use fuses! The best option is 25 ampere fusible. Without this, there is a risk of ruining the system at the first start: the current from the car’s battery is quite high.
• The leads from the ignition system must be connected in such a way that the starting system does not block the lock. This issue is especially relevant for cars without an alarm system.
• Careful timing of the operation of the vehicle's mechanical systems is necessary. Otherwise, the engine may not start.

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In general, it should be noted: use homemade system It’s possible – but it’s much easier to buy and install a ready-made one.

Today, purchasing a vehicle for consumers has ceased to be a big problem.

However, car owners today face a completely different, more pressing problem: how to protect their property from an attacker. Unfortunately, the problem of car theft and hacking is quite common almost everywhere.

To solve this problem, all kinds of systems and technologies have been developed that help preserve your property, scare away ill-wisher and warn the owner of possible danger.

Domestic market

On Russian market There are many companies offering a wide range of products. The leading trading “player” is the StarLine company - this is one of large companies offering modern equipment at affordable prices.

Since 2010, StarLine began developing a number of interactive models with built-in antennas hidden in the body, extended range chips, alarms with a secure cryptographic code, and in some models with voice authorization.

General overview of StarLine

One of the main things of this company is quite easy installation and installation on the car. These car alarms easy to use, unlike expensive analogues. Starline has several advantages and features:

• The alarm system can be installed not only on cars and trucks, but can also be installed on scooters and motorcycles.
• The car alarm device is quite resistant to temperature changes.
• The system is able to ignore extraneous signals and interference.
• Durable and practical keychain design.
• Availability of auto engine start function in some models.

Models and types

StarLine alarms are divided into several categories (mainly based on price): Entry-level Starline ( budget options), mid-level alarm system and premium StarLine with many additional options.

Based on their principle, they are divided into devices with automatic engine start and without automatic start.

Also, all Starline devices are divided into several categories, namely categories E, A, B, D. Everyone knows that the more recent a model or category is, the more new and advanced the functions are endowed with the devices of these models.

Models in this series are equipped with a small key fob, but are not equipped with:

• nor a CAN interface (a module with which the side window lifting device is controlled, the engine can be started, etc. It serves to reduce the installation time of a car alarm);
• nor GSM (this option is useful because with its help you can mobile phone you can control the autostart of the power unit. This is convenient in cases where vehicle is located at a great distance from the owner, and it needs to be warmed up in advance);
• nor GPS (a function that allows you to determine the location of a car via the Internet with an accuracy of up to three meters).

However, these models have a certain advantage - a relatively low price.

Next comes category B. These are more advanced models that have a slightly modified key fob and have higher noise immunity. Another enviable advantage is that some devices are equipped with GPS monitoring.

And finally, the last series of devices is category D. Its main direction is. There is practically no significant difference from the previous series, the functions are completely identical, the only difference is that there is an image of a crossover on the key fob.

Category E includes models: E90, E90 GSM - with auto start, E60 - without auto start. Category A - A94, A94 GSM - with autostart, A64 - without. Series B: B94, B94 GSM, B94 GSM/GPS - autostart, B64 - without. And finally, category D: D94 GSM, D94 GSM/GPS - with autostart, D64 - without autostart.

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Automatic start is very useful during cold weather when the vehicle is needed. With the StarLine alarm system, this is only possible if the entire system has been correctly connected and configured.

Before installation, you should determine for yourself in which mode the autorun will take place. There are two modes: automatic and remote. Remote start, as already mentioned, is used to start the engine in advance, some time before the trip. Automatic start means starting without driver intervention.

Autostart can be configured in such a way that the power unit will start when the temperature drops below a certain limit or after a certain period of time.

Automatic launch can be performed if special conditions are met:

• The gearshift lever is set to neutral (the vehicle must not be parked on the transmission).
• The ignition in the car must be turned off.
• All doors, hood, trunk, hatches - everything must be closed tightly.
• The parking brake (handbrake) must be applied.

If at least one of the listed conditions is not met, the car will not be able to be started remotely.

Instructions for setting the car in security mode with auto start:

• Upon arrival at the desired point, you must stop, do not turn off the engine, and do not turn off the ignition.
• Switch off the gear (put the gearshift knob in neutral mode).
• Apply the parking brake (pull the handbrake).
• Press button 1 on the key fob and hold it for 3 seconds until a sound signal appears. After the sound signal, only 30 seconds are allotted for the remaining steps.
• Turn the key and remove it. At the same time, the engine remains running.
• Make sure all doors, trunk and hood are closed.

After closing the last door, hood or trunk, the engine will stop working and the security mode will be activated on the car.

Remote launch instructions

You need to press button one, hold it for up to three seconds, or press the “Start” button and then press button 2. Then the alarm will independently try to start the engine. If the attempt fails, a second attempt will follow after a few seconds, and the time that the starter works will be increased by two tenths of a second.

And so on each time until a successful attempt to start the engine. Started up. However, if after four attempts the engine does not start, a signal will be sent to the key fob from the car and the key fob itself will emit 4 sound alerts. If the car starts up normally, the key fob screen will display a car with the parking lights on (or display it with exhaust fumes), and the key fob will emit three long beeps.

Autostart instructions based on temperature

To avoid unpleasant situations in winter when the engine does not start due to low temperatures, you need to turn on autostart. You should press the “Start” button and simply press button 2. After this, a melody will sound and the temperature will be unlocked on the key fob. Set the value at which autorun will work. To deactivate autostart based on temperature, you need to press the button with the image of a thermometer and press button 2.

If there is a need to get into the cabin while the engine is warming up, you just need to press button 1 on the key fob. After this, the locks will unlock for 30 seconds. If during this time you do not have time to get into the car, insert the key and turn on the ignition, the security mode will be activated again.

The domestic market is crowded with various companies and models of car alarms, but one of the market leaders, like StarLine, has long established itself as a time-tested system. If you want to protect your car from intruders, choose StarLine.

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