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Posted: Mon Sep 10, 2007 6:02 am
by clogger
does it contain any actuators ???
on that alarm
Posted: Mon Sep 10, 2007 8:46 am
by dp bradford
mikeonb4c wrote:...DP - do you think yours is easier for a DIY installation than Dave's alarm one?
They look to me to be two very different bits of kit. The alarm with microwave sensors and remote engine starting seems to be a nice idea, but it won't open the doors
Dave
Posted: Mon Sep 10, 2007 11:08 am
by daveblueozzie
this is the alarm/remote central locking ive ordered,, i think it will open the doors.(i hope)
below is the advert for the alarm/remote control.
This is a Professional Car Alarm System . YOU GET A COMPLETE CAR ALARM SYSTEM WITH ALL YOU NEED IN BOX BRAND NEW.
Two Fob transmitters provided .
With this alarm system you can arm / disarm, lock / unlock, remote start the car and much much more.
FUll Functions.
arming,
disarming,
car locating, find your car in the car par no problem
engine cut off
Remote Engine Start Up (Engine Start up via Remote)
Silent arming
Anti-hijacking
Passive arming
Remote trunk release
Trigger memory
Door not closed properly warning
AUTO Arming
LED warning system
Dual stage shock system
Automatic central locking control.
The Key fob Has 4 Buttons which do
Lock / Alert
Unlock / alert off
Remote Starter
Boot Release
Mute on / off
FAQ
Will this alarm start my car ? Yes as long as your car does not have an immobiliser fitted or your installer bypasses it.
Will ths alarm work on a Diesel car?
Yes this alarm will also work on a Diesel car, press once for ignition and again to crank the engine.
Posted: Mon Sep 10, 2007 12:03 pm
by dp bradford
Unless you have added an additional actuator solenoid in the driver's door the central locking won't operate remotely. The Bongo has only a switch in the door, not an actuator. If your central locking already operates from any door then you'll be OK, if not you'll need the additional actuator - and it looks to me as though one isn't included in the kit you've ordered. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news
Dave
Posted: Mon Sep 10, 2007 12:12 pm
by dandywarhol
Posted: Mon Sep 10, 2007 12:46 pm
by daveblueozzie
see i learn something everyday thanks for that (actuators ) will have another look cheers.
Posted: Tue Sep 11, 2007 10:29 pm
by daveblueozzie
well i sent an e mail. they told me i will need an actuator if my vehicle does not have one ,they said they have them for a tenner delivered.
Posted: Tue Sep 11, 2007 10:32 pm
by bigdaddycain
That's not too bad dave considering how cheap the system is...I'd call that a result mate!
Posted: Tue Sep 11, 2007 11:52 pm
by bmt
Dave thats the alarm I just purchased from the same people from Ebay.
You will need an actuator for the drivers door and I will say this the remote start is not 2 stage so you press two buttons simultaneously and the ign comes on and then around 5 seconds later it cranks, this is fine when the car is warm but will not remote start when cold, I have emailed the company and told them this but as yet they have not amended their description.
I also did not recieve the microwave unit to start with but they sent it out within 24 hrs when I emailed and informed them ( it will be a seperate box and not in the alarm box)
The Microwave plugs into the shock sensor plug so no shock sensor but Microwave is far more usefull than the shock sensor.
Any probs when fitting just shout.
Regards Dave.
P.S
If you get stuck shout and I will PM my phone number.
As far as cheap alarms go its not that bad at all and they did respond to my emails very quickly and in this day and age that alone is something.
Posted: Wed Sep 12, 2007 12:57 am
by bigdaddycain
Hi BMT,if i understand it correctly..you press one button (ign on) then five seconds later you press another button,the engine will crank?
Surely five seconds is long enough for the glowpugs to warm the engine enough for it to start? Even when cold?
Did i read it right?
How difficult was it to fit the actuator for the remote central locking? Any drilling involved etc?
Posted: Wed Sep 12, 2007 6:09 am
by clogger
easy to fit the actuator
off comes the door panel
i fit it into the doors bodywork just below where the internal push lock
enters the body bit of a fiddle but it`s only 2 drilled holes to hold it in
then it`s a case of lining up the actuators connecting rod with the doors locking steel rod connect em both together using the fittings provided
wire the control box up all the wires are already in the door
check it all works
sorted
couple of hours tops
Posted: Wed Sep 12, 2007 8:00 am
by daveblueozzie
thanks for all your help guys will pm if i get a bit stuck, (even a visit to bradford if needed
),but im sure bigdaddycain has all the knowledge i need
Posted: Wed Sep 12, 2007 10:22 am
by bigdaddycain
Er, i wouldn't bank on it mate
Water and electricity dont mix...i'm the water!
We'll probably end up having to call the fire brigade to free us from the cable we'll be tangled up with
We actually MAY have to swallow our pride,and read the instructions on this one
Posted: Wed Sep 12, 2007 4:40 pm
by clogger
no worries
i visit astley and leigh quite often
once you get the door panel off you can see what goes where
other than that it was follow the fact sheet as per which wires do what
for connecting it all up
it did`nt put the actuator down in the bottom of the door well as in the fact sheet
up near the top of the door made more sense and only needed to use about 50mm of the connecting rod to fit
i think enough peeps have now used the same method so sure they`ll be plenty advice if you get stuck
Posted: Wed Sep 12, 2007 5:24 pm
by bongolow
Will this alarm start my car ?
OK if it's on your own drive (I think) but remember it's illegal to leave a vehicle unattended with the engine running while it's on a public highway.