Alarm "Sheriff": instruction, connection

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:41

The American company Audiovox, specializing in the production of automotive electronics, releases the Sheriff alarm with auto start. The company is one of the world market leaders, and its products are very popular among car owners.

Features

Car alarm "Sheriff" has an affordable price and wide functionality. The system is based on the dynamic Keelog code, which protects the alarm system from hacking by scanning. In addition, the Sheriff alarm system has the following advantages:

• Sound notification of different tones.
• Sensitive sensor with alert function.
• Remote control of central locking and door locks.
• Activate security mode in passive or active mode.
• Multifunctional keyrings.
• Two-way conversation.

The functionality of the Sheriff alarm largely depends on the specific model: for example, some versions have the function of searching for a car and controlling the engine based on signals received fromengine oil pressure sensor.

Model Categories

• Security complex "Sheriff" with auto start. Includes remote engine start, opening and closing door locks, raising and lowering windows, arming and disarming the car from a distance, displaying all information about the current state of the car on the display of the Sheriff key fob.
• Car alarm "Sheriff" with feedback function. The exchange of signals between the key fob and the car is carried out via a radio channel, thanks to which the owner of the car is constantly aware of the state of the vehicle and is confident in its safety. All information is displayed on the keyfob display.
• APS-2500 model. Multifunctional car alarm equipped with a two-level shock sensor, additional channels, a port for a second sensor and a pin code for emergency shutdown. You can activate the system with the engine running.
• Alarm "Sheriff" ZX-750. Security complex with two-way communication and a two-kilometer radius of the communication zone between the control center and the key fob. The alarm functionality allows you to control the light alert.
• Model BTX 5900LCD. Car alarm business class with feedback. Differs in affordable cost and wide functionality, including remote control of interior lighting.
• Alarm "Sheriff" TX35PRO. Equipped with a two-level shock sensor, an audible alert and a two-channel receiver that can beprogram to work with four transmitters at the same time.

Instructions for using the Sheriff alarm

SHERIFF car alarms come with operating and installation instructions, but not every car owner manages to connect the system on their own. In such a situation, the best solution would be to contact a car service for qualified help. In addition, extended instructions for Sheriff alarms of different models can be downloaded on the Internet.

Connecting the system

The car alarm control unit is recommended to be installed in the free space under the air conditioning control unit or in a special compartment behind the glove compartment. It is highly undesirable to place the control unit in the engine compartment, since there are a large number of parts that can impair signal reception. The kit comes with ties or screws, with which the unit is attached to the selected location.

The siren, unlike the block, experts advise installing it in the engine compartment. The hood switch is attached to a metal surface connected to the car body.

Between the engine compartment and the passenger compartment, on a small jumper from the passenger compartment, there is a shock sensor. The LED is mounted in such a way that it can be seen from the outside of the vehicle: in most cases, it acts as a kind of warning for intruders. The Valet service button is installed in an easily accessible for the driver, but hiddenfor everyone else location.

You can connect individual components of a car alarm only after carrying out certain work: removing the wiring from the hood switch, ignition lock and siren to the passenger compartment. It is not uncommon when, when connecting the Sheriff alarm, cutting the standard wiring of door locks is required.

The best option is to contact specialists to install and configure a car alarm in a car service in order to avoid errors in the system and its breakdowns in the future.

Common Faults

Despite the fact that Sheriff alarms are very popular, they also have their drawbacks. Customers most often report the following problems with the system:

• Bad connection of the alarm with the key fob: the signal is fixed from the second or third time.
• Increased sensitivity of sensors.
• The key fob is triggered only after a strong press on the key.
• The door lock does not work when the alarm is activated, or the lock does not close completely, because of which you have to close the doors yourself.

If problems occur in the system immediately after purchase and installation, the alarm can be exchanged at the store under warranty. In other cases, to eliminate the malfunction, you must contact the specialists.

Advantages and disadvantages of signaling

Separately, it is worth noting such a dignity of the automobilesignaling "Sheriff" as an affordable cost: it will be the best option for those drivers who have a limited budget. It can be installed on both domestic and foreign cars.

However, the Sheriff system has its disadvantages:

1. Connection diagram. It is not recommended to place the alarm in the trunk or engine compartment of a car, as a large number of metal parts will create radio interference, which can lead to system shutdown or poor communication between the key fob and the central control unit.
2. Vulnerability of signaling to code grabbers - special devices that read the system's dynamic code. "Sheriff", unfortunately, works on the basis of a dynamic code.
3. In case of marriage of individual parts of the system or the discharge of batteries, the car cannot be armed or the alarm itself can be turned off.
4. To disable the security mode, you need to make considerable efforts by pressing the corresponding key on the key fob.

If the key fob or other alarm elements are faulty, the system can be deactivated by pressing the Valet button, which is located in a place easily accessible to the driver in the car.

Price

Car alarms "Sheriff" are in great demand not only due to their versatility, but also due to their affordable cost. You can buy a security complex at a price of 3 to 5 thousand rubles.