Description of the KGB alarm and instructions for use

The instructions for the KGB anti-theft system consist of several pages. Only after carefully studying it can you fully use all the alarm functions. One of the important sections is programming the transmitters (you can record up to four remote controls). But if, after reading the instructions, you still doubt your actions, then let’s figure out together how to set up the KGB alarm key fob.

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Types and their technical characteristics

Regardless of the car alarm model, all types of security systems have approximately the same characteristics:

• The system is powered from the on-board network, the voltage is 12 Volts;
• the current parameter that the security system consumes in the car protection mode is less than 20 mA, which allows you to prevent the rapid discharge of even a dead battery;
• the temperature range in which the system operates is from -40 to +85 degrees;
• in signal transmission mode, the range of operation of the complex is about 600 meters;
• in the mode of receiving notifications on the control panel, the range is about 1200 meters.

Models

Let’s briefly look at the models that can be purchased on the market today:

1. VS-130. Despite the use of one-way communication, this model is considered one of the most reliable, as confirmed by consumer reviews. The car owner can configure 16 security system options himself. If necessary, it is possible to implement the function of disabling the “signaling” using a special password. There is an option for remote activation of the protective mode when the motor is running without a control panel. The pager is equipped with three keys and is characterized by the use of a radio code, which is protected from interception by special cryptographic means. The price of this model is about 2200 rubles.
2. TFH 5. Another model with feedback that allows you to remotely exchange messages with the car owner. Two operating modes are implemented - silent and standard. When the standard mode is activated, the car owner receives messages from the security system on the remote control when there is the slightest physical impact on the car body. If the silent option is activated, the remote control will vibrate when the siren is activated. Activated security zones are displayed on the pager screen. Depending on the type of terrain, the operating range will be different. If there are no large buildings or transformer substations nearby that emit interference, then the pulse can be transmitted over 1200 meters. To increase this parameter, you can additionally purchase a more powerful transceiver, the main thing is that it must be compatible with this brand of system. The TFX security system protects the hood, door locks, luggage compartment, handbrake lever, ignition system, etc. The cost of the model varies around 6 thousand rubles.
3. FH 7. The model is designed to operate in a 12 volt network. There is an option for remote auto-start of the engine, as well as two-way communication. The “alarm” package includes a remote control, made in a case with a stylish design. This allows you to more conveniently manage the system, and the body of the device is made of high-strength materials, which prevents it from being damaged if dropped. The key fob is equipped with a screen and many options. Thanks to its extensive functionality, the car owner can monitor the condition of the car around the clock. A warning to the user about unauthorized actions regarding the car is sent to the remote control. You can activate silent mode. To transmit signals, the system implements an improved dynamic code, which helps protect pulses from interception. This model will cost the buyer approximately 5 thousand rubles.
4. The GX-3 and GX-5RS complexes operate using a dual dialogue code. Thanks to the use of this technology, all impulses sent from the remote control will be duplicated simultaneously on different channels. The transmission is carried out over the channel that the “signaling” has chosen after checking the quality of reception. This allows for high resistance to interception by various grabbers and devices. The manufacturer used custom 128-bit encryption keys to develop the system.
5. Models AX-5, EX-6, FX-3, MX-9, EX-7 belong to the class of feedback systems. The “signals” are controlled via a remote control with a liquid crystal display. The last three models also have an automatic engine start function. In addition to standard functionality, alarms with and without auto start are characterized by a high range of the key fob. The car owner can be notified at a distance of 1.2-1.8 kilometers from the car. The systems also feature an Anti-hijack function, which allows you to protect signal transmission from scanning and hacking. Pagers of these models are equipped with displays, which simplifies the management and use of the systems. Prices for such alarms range from 3,500 to 4,500 rubles on average.

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How to set the time on a KGB key fob

Setting the clock on the KGB anti-theft system remote control begins by entering the installation mode by pressing and holding the “SET” button.

1. After one second, a short signal from the transmitter will follow. The screen backlight will turn on for five seconds.
2. Continue holding the SET key.
3. After two seconds, two beeps from the key fob will sound. You have entered the current time setting mode.
4. Release the SET button.
5. Set the clock. The “Trunk Opening” button increases the values, the “Speaker” button decreases.
6. To go to setting the minutes, briefly press “SET”.
7. Set the number of minutes. The “Trunk” key raises the numbers, the “Siren” key lowers them.
8. To exit, press “SET” for two seconds.

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Functions

The main functions that all modern models of car alarms of this brand have:

• turning on the alarm function when one of the machine’s security zones is activated;
• messages from the complex about the triggered zone are sent to a pager with two-way communication, the car owner is warned by triggering a melodic signal, as well as indicator lights;
• the “Panic” function, which allows you to scare away potential intruders from the car, can be implemented remotely;
• support for the function of blocking the power unit when attempting an unauthorized start;
• the ability to remotely enable the anti-robbery option;
• When the protective mode is turned off, the user can activate the machine engine blocking.

Equipment

Complex equipment:

• main “signaling” control unit;
• main control panel with feedback, equipped with a display;
• spare key fob without screen and two-way communication options;
• transceiver with a wire for connecting to the on-board network;
• sensitivity sensor with a connected cable for connecting to the network;
• siren with speaker;
• diode light bulb with a connection wire, designed to monitor the status of the system;
• button to call the Valet service mode with a wire for connection;
• button for turning on the anti-robbery option, equipped with a cable for connecting to the on-board network;
• limit switch equipped with a special terminal for connecting to the network;
• mounting kit of wires with a connector designed for connection to the control module;
• six-button plug, required to connect door locks;
• user manual, which will allow you to correctly install and operate the alarm.

Why doesn't it get attached?

Flashing key fobs for the KGB security system VS 100, 5500, 200, 5900, 300, 5700, 400, 250, 500, BC 150, tfx 7 is not always successful the first time. Why can’t you reprogram the remote control and how to get out of this situation.

1. Service mode was accidentally activated. Turn it off by pressing the “Valet” button and repeat the firmware procedure.
2. The “Ignition activated” command is not detected by the alarm control unit. Contact a service station.
3. Switch failure. Repair it yourself or take it to a specialist.
4. Failure of the control unit. Take the car to a service center.

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Advantages and disadvantages

Advantages of the systems that users highlight in reviews:

1. Large range of models. The developer supplies the market with various KGB “signals” that differ in functionality and capabilities. All security systems equally protect cars from burglary.
2. Affordable price combined with quality. The price range depends on the specific model. But if your budget is limited, then you can choose a more affordable system.
3. High efficiency. Numerous studies have shown that KGB security systems reliably protect cars from hacking. Even using the latest versions of code grabbers does not allow signal interception.
4. Detailed user manual for use and installation. This simplifies the installation and operation of the device.
5. Availability of two-way communication on most modern models. Thanks to this, the consumer can always know about the alarm status.
6. All modern systems have an autostart function. This allows you to remotely start the engine and warm up the car in advance. This is especially true if the car owner is in a hurry in the morning and there is no time to warm up the internal combustion engine.

All disadvantages are usually associated with errors made during installation and operation of the system. Some consumers note that the signal transmission range does not actually correspond to that indicated in the service manual. But we must take into account that the values ​​given in the documentation were calculated in open areas where there is no interference. In the city, finding such a place is problematic.

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General rules for installing KGB alarms

Instructions for installing the complex:

1. The central unit is installed inside the car. The luggage compartment and engine compartment are not suitable for this. The installation location of the device should be as discreet as possible. We do not recommend installing the module under the dashboard, in the area of ​​the hood release lever, or under the seat or behind the door trim. It is best to place it in a free space behind the dashboard. To do this, you will have to remove part of the steering column trim. Securely fix the module in the seat so that the device does not vibrate.
2. A siren with a speaker is mounted under the hood of the car. Installation is carried out as far as possible from the cylinder block. Exposing the siren to high temperatures will cause the device to fail. It is advisable to choose a hidden location for installation so that the criminal does not disable it.
3. If the complex has the option of remote start of the internal combustion engine, then its equipment will include a temperature sensor. The controller must be installed in the cooling system line of the power unit. Securely fix the sensor and lead the electrical circuit out of the pipe. The device should be placed as far as possible from the intake manifold, otherwise exposure to high temperatures will render it unusable.
4. The transceiver is installed inside the car. The antenna is installed as high as possible on the windshield. There should be no metal components or objects near the installation site. Their presence will lead to interference during signal transmission. Secure the antenna using double-sided tape or the included sticker.
5. If the package includes an engine blocking relay, then this element is mounted under the plastic lining of the ignition switch and connected to the starter control circuit. To do this, use the diagram included in the kit.
6. The next step is to install a button to call the service or emergency Valet mode. With its help you can disable the car alarm, so the key must be installed in a safe, hidden place. It can be hidden between the wires under the center console.
7. The shock sensor is installed in the central part of the car body. You can place the device on the partition separating the engine compartment and the interior. The controller is securely fixed to the body using self-tapping screws. There should be no spacers between the metal base and the sensor, especially if they are made of plastic. This will cause the sensor to not work correctly.
8. Limit switches are installed on the hood, luggage compartment, and car doors. If special holes are not provided for their installation, then they must be made using a drill or cutter.
9. At the final stage, while maintaining safety, the wiring is laid. All components of the “signaling system” - siren, transceiver, limit switches, service button and sensors are connected to the control module. The connection of elements is carried out strictly in accordance with the diagram. Wires from the temperature sensor and siren are led into the car interior through a special technological hole located in the partition.

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1. Installation of the central module

2. Fixing the siren under the hood

3. Position of the transceiver on the stand

4. Installation of sensitivity controller

Car alarm KGB TFX5

One of the best representatives of this class is the KGB TFX 5 alarm system with auto engine start. The device differs from similar systems by the presence of an excellent signal encoding algorithm. In addition, the product is quite optimal in terms of price-quality ratio. The KGB TFX 5 device works with both gasoline and diesel engines. Starting the motor itself is possible:

1. Using a temperature sensor.
2. Via the key fob command.
3. By time.

Using the instructions supplied with the kit, you can install the device yourself.

Terms of use

Below we will look at how to set up and use the alarm.

Keychain binding

Operation of the security system begins with recording the key fob into the module’s memory; let’s consider this procedure using the FX-7 model as an example:

1. Find the Jack button and click on it seven times. Protective mode and the ignition in the car must be turned off.
2. After clicking for five seconds, install the key and activate the ignition.
3. The siren speaker will emit seven beeps. This confirms that the security complex has entered the mode of setting up and binding new sensors.
4. Within ten seconds after the siren emits seven signals, the car owner must have time to press the first button on the pager. If the security system confirms that the code has been entered into memory, the siren will emit one signal.
5. In the next ten seconds after this, hold down the second button on the key fob. If everything is done correctly, the siren will emit two beeps.
6. Then, for ten seconds, you need to hold down the third button on the pager. If the system recognizes the key fob, the siren will emit three beeps.
7. Over the next ten seconds, you must hold down key 4 on the remote control.

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To leave the binding mode, turn off the ignition or do not touch the buttons on the remote control for ten seconds. To confirm, the car's turning lights will blink five times.

General alarm setup

Instructions on how to program the complex:

1. Study the manual for the alarm. Different models may have different programming nuances.
2. Sit inside the car and make sure that all doors, luggage compartment and hood are locked. Insert the ignition key into the lock and start the engine.
3. After startup, check whether there is a reset button on the control panel. If there is, then briefly click on it several times. On all models of KGB systems, these actions must be completed within 8 seconds. If there is no reset button, remove the key from the lock. You need to have time to install the key in the lock six times in the next 10 seconds and pull it out. If the steps are performed correctly, the interior lighting lamp should blink twice.
4. If the programming procedure was performed using a pager, then in order to complete the process, click on the Lock key. In the case when the setup was carried out using a key, an identification password must be entered using the button to enter the service mode.
5. After input, it is necessary to diagnose the operation of the complex. Check all the keys on the remote control. When one of the buttons does not work or functions incorrectly, you need to study the book on use and configuration and program the pager again. If you have completed this procedure several times, but the buttons still do not work, we recommend that you contact a specialist.

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Using Basic Features

To use the system, you need to remember that:

1. Pressing a button in the form of a closed lock allows you to lock and unlock the car door locks and enable or disable the security function.
2. If, after activating the security mode, you press the lock key for five seconds, this will disable the sensitivity controller.
3. If you press the same button after activating the protective mode twice within five seconds, the additional “signaling” controller will be turned off.
4. Triple pressing the same button under the same conditions (within five seconds after arming) will lead to simultaneous deactivation of the sensitivity controller and additional devices.
5. Double-clicking the button in the form of an open luggage compartment after activating the protection will activate a special security function.
6. To activate the silent activation of the protective mode, click and release the key in the form of an open lock.
7. To open all doors simultaneously after disabling the protective mode, press a key in the form of a locked lock. This must be done within three seconds.
8. Double clicking on the button in the form of an open trunk for three seconds will temporarily disable the activation of the passive protection mode. The same combination disables the functions of automatic activation of the security mode, as well as the operation of the immobilizer. The only condition is that the protective mode and ignition must be turned off.
9. Activation of the Panic mode is carried out by simultaneously holding two keys - in the form of an open and closed lock. In this case, the ignition should be turned off, and the buttons should be pressed for three seconds. To disable this function, the same keys are clicked briefly without holding them down.
10. When you press the same buttons, but with the ignition on, the Anti-hijack option is activated.

Autostart

When implementing the remote start function for internal combustion engines, you need to take into account:

1. The type of transmission and power unit must be configured, and if the car uses the Start/Stop button to start, then the type of ignition system must be programmed. The programming procedure for manual and automatic transmissions is performed differently; detailed instructions are provided in the manual. You also need to configure the type of power unit. For example, for gasoline engines the activation delay of the starter device is 4 seconds, and for diesel engines it is from 10 to 90 seconds, this is required to warm up the spark plugs.
2. The starting procedure will not be performed if the ignition is activated, the engine compartment is open, the handbrake lever is disengaged, or the brake pedal is depressed. The start will not occur if preparations for the start have not been made on vehicles with a manual transmission.
3. Regardless of the type of internal combustion engine, the cranking time of the starter device is 3.6 seconds.
4. If the running power unit stalls before the configured warm-up time has expired, the system will make another start attempt.
5. If you set the engine to start based on temperature, then this function will be activated regardless of whether you set the start to time or timer.
6. When using the KGB alarm system, it is impossible to simultaneously activate the option of remote engine start at a set time and according to a timer. The function that was last activated will be activated.

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The procedure for activating remote start may differ depending on the KGB alarm model.

In GX-5RS models, the remote engine start function is performed as follows:

1. The locked lock button is pressed and held until the pager emits a melodic signal.
2. The same key is pressed and released. The turning lights will blink three times, the LED status indicator will be on.
3. The key fob will emit one melodic signal. SE will appear on the pager screen.
4. After a few seconds, the security complex will begin the procedure for starting the power unit. The LED indicator will light without blinking. If the car doors were open, the system will close them and the security function will be activated.
5. After starting the engine, the turning lights should blink three times. The pager will emit a melodic signal, and an indicator in the form of an ignition key will begin to blink on its screen, as well as a symbol in the form of smoke from the exhaust pipe. One of the icons will also be activated, showing the operating time of the motor after starting. If for some reason the engine does not start, the turn lights will blink four times and the display will show SP. The remote control will emit four short beeps.

How to disable?

Disabling the protection mode in KGB alarms is done by pressing the remote control button in the form of an open lock.

Further user actions:

1. To leave the car's engine remotely, you need to click and hold the first button until the key fob emits four beeps. The side lights should blink the same number of times. This will cause the motor to turn off. Protection mode will be activated.
2. If you want to stop the engine and disable the protective mode, then hold down the first key and then briefly click on it. These steps apply to the FX-5 and FX-8 models.

For models FX-7, G-5 and FX-10, the shutdown procedure is different:

1. To do this, you need to click the key under the second number and hold it until the pager plays a melodic signal.
2. To confirm the option, click on the third button.

To turn off the motor in GX-5RS alarms, the procedure is similar, only confirmation is sent with the second key.

Download instructions for installing KGB alarm systems for different models in PDF format

You can download service manuals for setting up and managing KGB car alarms using the following links:

Car alarm programming

Programming a car alarm is a task that does not require the work of mechanics. The car owner only needs a little time and minimal knowledge of programming basics.

stage one, study the instructions

The KGB alarm operating manual is the first and very important instruction that you should refer to. They vary depending on the model and brand purchased. Only after reading these instructions can you proceed to the next step.

stage two, preparation

Get into your vehicle and make sure every door and trunk of your car is closed. Then start the car engine.

stage three, setup

Check if your alarm key fob has a reset button. If this button is present, quickly press it several times. This must be done in eight seconds, no more. If this button is missing, remove the key from the ignition switch. Then quickly insert it six times and remove it completely from the lock in no more than ten seconds. If the operation is successful, you will see the vehicle interior lights flash twice.

stage four, program

If the car alarm was programmed using a key fob, press the Lock button to complete programming. If you programmed the anti-theft device using the key, enter the new required identification code.

stage five, test

Check all the buttons on the remote to make sure they work correctly. If you have problems, review the instruction manual again and reprogram the remote control. After three unsuccessful attempts, efforts should be stopped and contacted professionals to avoid damage to the alarm.