Security Systems One area that has been a concern in the past is vehicle security systems. We are not referring to an alarm system as you may be familiar with. These are called "passive security" systems that will not allow a vehicle to start without an authorized key. An interface must be added to your remote start in order for the vehicle security system to "recognize" remote starting as an authorized user. The security system remains intact and functional. It is bypassed only during remote start. Some shops try to short cut (or short out) these systems to save a few bucks. That inevitably ends up causing ignition problems and come-backs. The Ultimate Edge uses only the highest quality interfaces. You may pay a little more for the proper interface, but it can save you a lot of grief later! Security systems are often misunderstood and blamed for "false" alarms in error. Why in error? Because if you've ever walked through a parking lot with an alarm blaring and lights flashing for no apparent reason, you have no doubt blamed the alarm system for the disturbance. The odds are, however, that the blame lies in the installation. There are some bargain basement alarm systems out there that can and do often malfunction, but as we have said many times; "You get what you pay for!" What we are discussing here are good quality security systems that seem to never work right. Proper security installation is equal parts science, art and passion. No, REALLY! Anyone with modest electrical knowledge and the ability to read can install an alarm and make it work. It takes a skilled installation tech to know where and how to make the right connections in the right places and set the sensors properly to avoid false alarms. Most alarm installs we see, even from shops that should know better, are nearly worthless. Why? First of all, the alarm brain should be hidden where no one will find it. The wire connections should be disguised as best as possible and routed to avoid tampering. In most alarm installs we see, anyone can just reach under the dash on the left of the steering column, grab the alarm module and rip it out! Alarm dead! Not much security there! There should be trigger switches on both the hood and the trunk/hatch. Do not take it for granted you are getting this! Many shops make these vital connections "optional". They're vital in our view because without a hood trigger, a thief can pry the hood open or cut the cable and have full access to anything under the hood without triggering the alarm. He can also disconnect the battery and siren to slience any alarm protecting the interior! The trunk/hatch trigger should also be a no brainer. Protect contents. Last, to prevent false alarms the shock sensor should be set so that light impact on glass will "chirp" the alarm as a warning. Heavy impact like breaking glass will set it off. Setting the sensitivity higher leads to those false alarms. There are many other options available like window roll up, radar sense and much more. As always, stop in to discuss it with our trained specialists. We're here to help!

The Ultimate Edge, 5842 Route 104 East, Oswego, New York 13126  Ph:315-343-2995 E-mail: ultimat1@twcny.rr.com Effective June 2, 2008   Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00 am-5:00 pm and Saturdays 10:00 am-3:00 pm