Description of car alarm Starline A63 instructions for installation, configuration and operation

01/25/2022 2,257 Alarms

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The Starline A63 car alarm works with non-scannable dialogue encoding, which eliminates the possibility of hacking. The system provides a notification function for the car owner, as well as an optional automatic engine start.

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Features of the Starline A63 car alarm

The basis of this model of the security complex is the fourth generation platform. Unlike previous versions, the Starline A63 system is characterized by the use of light signals and new power relays. They are used to control the central locking system. Alarm developers have introduced options designed to provide better protection and comfortable control. New opportunities in terms of condition control and monitoring of vehicle location are provided thanks to the presence of GPS and GSM modules.

Specifications

Properties that the Starline A63 budget system has:

• information is sent via a radio channel, the operating frequency of which is 433-434 MHz;
• the largest operating range of the main communicator in command transmission mode is 800 meters;
• if the key fob operates in signal receiving mode, then its range will be up to 2 km;
• the operating range of the spare pager will be no more than 15 meters;
• The sensitivity and tilt controller belongs to the category of integral three-axis sensors;
• operating temperature range is from -50 to +85 degrees;
• to power the security system, 9 to 18 volts are required;
• in protection mode, the current consumed by the system will be no more than 17 mA;
• if the security complex is supplemented with a GSM module, then the current consumption will increase to 25 mA.

The range of the Starline A63 alarm key fob depends on the presence of interference in the area, as well as weather conditions.

Degree of protection

To ensure maximum security, this system model uses conversational encoding with 128-bit AES encryption. This indicates the impossibility of hacking a security complex using code grabbers. Increased resistance to burglary is ensured thanks to the possibility of installing an additional Starline P3 blocking relay. This device does not have a physical connection with the microprocessor module; therefore, it is impossible to determine its presence by wires from the control unit. Even if the ECU is physically disconnected, the relay will remain operational.

The ExpressShina channel talked about the degree of protection and technical characteristics of the A63 anti-theft system.

Advantages and disadvantages

The advantages of this security system:

1. The presence of a security code Dialogue allows you to prevent interception of signals.
2. The versatility of the device. This system supports more than 300 different cars including the latest models.
3. The alarm system is equipped with a CAN+LIN digital interface, which significantly simplifies and speeds up the installation process. During installation, the car owner will not have to seriously interfere with the vehicle’s electronics.
4. Availability of flexible service management channels. With their help, the consumer can configure additional functions without using external devices.
5. Reducing the number of false positives. During development, the manufacturer implemented technologies that made it possible to obtain a product that practically does not work without a reason.

According to reviews, malfunctions in the alarm system usually occur as a result of incorrect installation. There may be a problem with the low range of the key fob, but this is caused by external factors.

Alarm use

Instructions for operating and using the anti-theft system with auto start are given below.

The AutoAudioCenter channel made a video that describes all the main functions of the Starline A63 alarm system.

Main alarm unit

The control module is equipped with a cabin temperature controller; it is used to warn the car owner about a possible fire.

On the block body you will see:

• a sticker with the firmware version number;
• a hologram indicating that this is an original product;
• sticker with the serial number, it must match the combinations indicated on other elements of the car alarm.

When installing the unit, remember that its functionality is affected by high temperatures and humidity. Therefore, it must be installed in a dry place.

Control key fob

Let's look at the basic commands that control various functions of the anti-theft installation:

1. To activate the security mode, briefly press button 1 once, and to disable it, press button 2.
2. To put the machine on silent protection, press button 1 twice in succession; to turn it off, press button 2 twice in the same way.
3. To interrupt the alarm signal, briefly press key 2.
4. To activate the anti-robbery function, you need to hold down keys 1 and 3 until a melodic signal is heard. To turn off the mode, briefly press key 2.
5. To disable the built-in sensitivity controller, press key 1 twice. The controller is turned on in the same way.
6. If an additional sensor is used, then to activate and deactivate it, double-click on key 2.
7. The tilt controller is activated and deactivated by double pressing button 3. The function is performed when the security mode is on.
8. When the security mode is disabled, you can successively press button 4, this will activate the function of adjusting the sensitivity of the tilt controller.
9. If you briefly press button 3, the system will send a request to check the status of the anti-theft system. The car owner will receive information about the protection of the car, the voltage supplied by the battery, as well as the air temperature in the cabin.

Functional features of the model

All functionality of the security complex can be divided into several categories:

• anti-theft options;
• service functions;
• comfort options.

Anti-theft functions

Description of anti-theft options of the Starline A63 Dialog system:

• protection mode with sound and light alarms;
• transmission of alert signals about the activation of an alarm to a remote control equipped with a display;
• silent activation and deactivation of protective mode;
• silent security function (when the alarm is turned on, the siren does not work, alerts are sent to the control panel);
• the ability to activate the protective mode when the engine is running;
• option to turn security on and off without using a remote control;
• presence of engine blocker mode;
• anti-robbery function, which allows you to block the internal combustion engine in the event of a forcible seizure of the car;
• option to automatically return to protective mode if it is accidentally turned off;
• the “Panic” function will allow you to temporarily activate the alarm mode upon command;
• customizable personal password for emergency shutdown of protection;
• the ability to block the power unit and preserve it when dismantling the anti-theft system;
• customizable two-stage immo shutdown.

Auto electrician Sergei Zaitsev spoke about the functionality of the Starline A63 car alarm.

Service functions

Overview of service options:

• bypassing door zones and delaying the activation of controllers until the interior lighting is turned off;
• ability to select the volume of confirmation signals when activating and deactivating protection;
• option to remotely disable the sensitivity and tilt controller by level when security is activated;
• remote control of standard central locking;
• possibility of two-stage opening of door locks;
• the presence of eight channels for controlling additional devices and equipment;
• two-stage door locking;
• the ability to control the voltage level of the vehicle battery;
• option to control the central locking from the ignition switch;
• separate indication of engine and passenger compartment temperature levels;
• availability of the option to call the car owner from the car;
• light alarm for unlocked doors;
• presence of a turbo timer mode;
• remote configuration of options and remote controls;
• emergency control mode;
• the ability to control the vehicle interior lighting system;
• the communicator is equipped with special protection against accidental key presses;
• the ability to link new remote controls and delete information about old devices from the memory of the microprocessor module;
• the communicator display displays information about the current time, a timer and an alarm clock are also displayed;
• presence of a low battery indicator in the key fob;
• possibility of additional installation of external modules.

Comfort functions

Separately, we should highlight the comfort options of the autostart system:

• control function of the pre-start heating device, thanks to it, the procedure for starting the power unit in the cold season is simplified;
• automatic adjustment of the position of electric mirrors and seats in the car;
• light path function when the security mode is turned on in the car;
• the ability to control the security complex using a mobile device;
• The presence of a wireless blocking relay will allow you to install a security system in any hard-to-reach place.

The channel “AutoAudioCenter” spoke about the main options of the system of this model.

Main functions and characteristics of the Starline A93/A63 alarm system

Let's consider the functionality of Starline A93 systems.

3.1. Protected areas

• engine blocking, including using coded and digital relays and ican technology (engine blocking using can in the case of an installed 2Can 2Lin module);
• perimeter – doors, trunk, hood;
• parking brake;
• brake pedal;
• turning on the ignition;
• Shock and tilt sensors.

3.2. Security

• possibility of automatic control of the communication channel;
• dialogue code, which makes it impossible to hack Starline A93;
  Do not believe those who claim that it is possible to hack Starline a93 using a grabber or other electronic means. At the moment this cannot be done!
• noise immunity thanks to a patented narrowband transceiver;
• limiting the number of siren activation cycles in case of faulty sensors;
• turning off the alarm, if it was triggered, without disarming;
• if you remove the terminal from the car battery, the alarm will remember its state and, when power is applied, will return to the same state again - that is, if you removed the terminal when the car alarm was in service mode, then when you put on the terminal, Starline a93 will be in this mode again;
• wide range of operating temperatures of the unit: from minus 50 to plus 80.

3.3. Anti-theft and security functions

• alarm by sound and light signals;
• transmission of alarm signals to a key fob with feedback indicating the response zone;
• security with the engine running;
• possibility of silent arming/disarming;
• silent security;
• the ability, with the GSM module installed, to control the alarm via the ZhSM channel;
• arming and disarming without key fobs;
• auto-return to security if you accidentally pressed the buttons;
• automatic arming after 30 seconds when the last door is locked;
• Panic and Anti-Robbery modes.

3.4. Service functions

• unlocking the door locks in two stages - first the driver's door, then all the others;
• the ability to organize a double impulse for closing door locks;
• nine additional channels with flexible logic;
• car battery voltage monitoring;
• temperature display under the hood and in the cabin;
• Comfort function – windows up, sunroof closed, mirrors folded;
• call from car;
• turbo timer;
• service mode for transferring the car to a service center;
• protection against accidental pressing of key fob buttons;
• display of the low battery level of the LCD key fob, countdown timer, alarm clock, current time;
• arming delay for smooth extinguishing of interior lighting;
• adjusting the volume of siren signals when turning on/off the Starline a93 alarm system;
• disabling tilt and shock sensors in security;
• setting up the central locking control when the ignition is turned on/off or when the brake pedal is pressed;
• viewing the location of the car in the phone application or on the website (in the case of an installed GSM module and GPS antenna);
• Slave operating mode of the Starline A93 2Can 2Lin alarm system.

3.4.1. Slave mode of the Starline a93 alarm system

What is this mysterious mode? Slave is translated from English as slave. In this mode, Starline A93, which has a 2Can 2Lin module on board, can be controlled using the car’s standard key fob (becomes a slave from the standard signaling system).

It must be said that not all cars allow this mode to be implemented. Sometimes it is simply not needed or convenient. The issue of enabling it must be discussed in advance with the installer.

As a rule, Slave mode is convenient if the car has sensors on the door handles that close and open the central locking. We got out of the car, pressed the sensor - the locks closed, and Starline stood guard. They arrived, activated the sensor on the handle - the locks opened and the alarm was disarmed. The same goes for the standard key fob.

If within 15 seconds after disarming with the car’s standard key fob, the alarm unit does not recognize the tag, then the siren turns on and the engine is blocked. Starline A93 key fobs (both main and additional) act as a tag.

Previously, in order to indicate that in a car alarm it was possible to use a key fob as a label, Slave or Super Slave was added to the name of the system. Now all Starline A93 2Can 2Lin automatically mean that they can be used in Super Slave mode.

3.4.1.1. Video: what is the Slave mode in the Starline alarm system

3.5. Automatic and remote start

• autostart: according to engine temperature in steps of 3 (from -3 to -27);
• periodic with step 2 (from 2 to 24);
• by alarm;
• by voltage;

Equipment StarLine A63

The Starline A63 alarm system must be equipped with the following parts and elements:

• service manual for use;
• warranty card;
• consumer reminder;
• main alarm control panel equipped with a display;
• battery for installation in the main communicator;
• spare pager without screen;
• additional relay with connection block;
• microprocessor module of the system;
• a set of wires and adapters with which the consumer will install the security system;
• LED status indicator light;
• antenna module;
• limit switch for installation on the hood with diodes, two screws, and a connector for grounding.

Main alarm unit

The main microprocessor module is designed to control the security complex. It is made in the form of a small block in a plastic case. This device is the “brain” of a car alarm.

Autostart control keychain

The package includes two communicators - the main one and the additional one. The main difference between them is the range as well as functionality.

Main keychain

The main communicator comes in a shockproof case. The presence of a display on it provides the possibility of two-way communication. Using the screen, the procedure for setting options will be simpler. In addition, some functions can only be configured using the main key fob. The device is equipped with four buttons.

Using the remote control you can configure the following functions:

• current time;
• activation and deactivation of the alarm;
• alarm time;
• activation and deactivation of the timer;
• setting the timer time;
• adjusting the alarm volume parameter;
• activating and disabling silent mode;
• selecting the type of sound signal.

Additional keychain

The spare alarm communicator Starline A63 is not equipped with a display, so visual monitoring of the vehicle’s condition is impossible.

However, the device has feedback. The car owner is warned using sound signals. The device is equipped with three buttons that control the security complex.

User Sergey Kuchynsky spoke in detail about the configuration of the A63 system.

Equipment:

• central alarm unit
• 1 key fob with two-way communication with LCD
• 1 key fob with two-way communication without LCD
• transceiver
• hood button
• Light-emitting diode
• service button
• set of wires
• engine temperature sensor
• installation instructions
• user manual
• User's memo
• blocking relay with block

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Characteristics of car alarm StarLine A63 ECO

Characteristics of this model:

• the type of communication is classified as two-way;
• dialogue encoding is used to encrypt signals;
• optionally it is possible to connect a CAN interface, as well as a GSM module;
• it is possible to implement the option of remote engine start;
• The package includes one communicator with two-way communication function;
• There is no way to control the security system using the standard key.

A 3D controller is built into the microprocessor module, with which you can determine the theft of a vehicle or any external influences on it. Maximum machine protection is ensured thanks to the built-in engine blocker, as well as encryption of communication channels.

The main difference between the Eco system and the Starline A63 model is that the package of this alarm does not include a spare communicator. But the consumer can independently purchase key fobs or tags.

The AutoAudioCenter channel presented a detailed overview of the functional features and capabilities of the Starline A63 Eco anti-theft system.

1. Differences in alarms Starline a93, a63, a36, a39

These security systems are actually the same product, but with different configurations and different delivery points.

The fact is that the Starline a36 and a39 alarm systems are not intended for general consumption. You won't find them on retail shelves. These car alarms are sold only to car dealerships. Whereas Starline a93 and a63 can be easily bought both on the Internet and in ordinary stores.

Another difference between these systems is the delivery package. In 93 and 39, unlike 36 and 63, there is a starting module and a temperature sensor for attaching it to the engine.

Autostart module and temperature sensor

In other words, Starline a93 and a39 are car alarms with auto start, while a63 and a36 are without.

Also, the A63 does not have a siren.

1.1. Video of the differences between the Starline A93 and A63 alarm systems

Installation of Starline A63

Installation of the anti-theft system is carried out with the battery disconnected:

1. The ignition in the car turns off, and so do all energy consumers.
2. A microprocessor system control module is installed. It is recommended to place it in a hidden place, inaccessible to strangers. Therefore, the unit should be placed under the plastic lining of the interior, for example, behind the instrument cluster, audio system or glove box. Installation must be performed in such a way that there are no electronic devices, sources of moisture or elevated temperatures near the device. During installation, the module is fixed in place using self-tapping screws or plastic clamps.
3. A siren is installed under the hood of the car. It should not be placed near the cylinder block or exhaust manifold, since high temperatures will have a detrimental effect on its functioning. The siren should be placed with its horn facing down or to the side to prevent moisture from accumulating inside. The device must be installed in a hidden place so that the criminal does not have access to the device and its wires from under the bottom of the car.
4. A transceiver module is installed on the inner surface of the rear or windshield. It is recommended to place it as high as possible to ensure maximum quality of transmitted signals. The surface of the glass must first be cleaned and degreased. To fix the device, double-sided tape or glue is used; the second option is more preferable due to its reliability. There should be no electronic devices or metal devices near the antenna; the distance from them should be at least 50 mm.
5. A tilt and shock controller is installed in the center of the body in the cabin. It is recommended to place it on the partition separating the engine compartment. The fixation of the device should be as strong as possible so that the sensor does not vibrate or trigger unnecessarily.
6. If you will use automatic engine start based on temperature, then you need to install a temperature controller under the hood. It must be embedded in the pipe through which the coolant circulates. The device must be properly fixed so that it is not washed away by the flow of antifreeze.
7. The locking relay is installed in the area of ​​the ignition switch or in any other hidden place. Since this device is wireless, there will be no problems with its placement.
8. The Valet button to activate the emergency mode is installed in the cabin. Its installation location must also be hidden, but the consumer must have access to it from the driver’s seat. For better camouflage, the button can be wrapped with black electrical tape.
9. A Valet limit switch is installed on the hood. The push-button device must be located so that it cannot be accessed when the engine compartment is locked.
10. The final stage involves laying the wires. They should not be placed near moving components (pedals, steering column), or sources of interference. The latter include electronic devices, ignition coils, and high-voltage wires. Installation is carried out under the interior trim. Additionally, the wires can be wrapped with electrical tape to disguise them and ensure maximum wear resistance.

A63 equipment

The standard Starline A63 set includes only a central unit, a transceiver module, a locking relay, two key fobs, instructions and an installation kit (screws, clamps, hood button). Siren is purchased separately.

Expansion of functionality is possible with the following modules:

1. The autostart module (standard for alarm systems of this generation) is connected via a cable to the central unit. Its settings adapt the autostart system to cars with a traditional ignition key, with a start-stop button, and so on. However, due to the fact that both the hardware and software of the A63/A93 family of alarms have been repeatedly upgraded, the manufacturer guarantees autostart operation only on A63 alarms that have a serial number starting with the characters AX3. Otherwise, the unit may not support working with the module both software and hardware (a number of elements on the board are missing).
2. The StarLine GSM-Master module is required to implement telematics capabilities (alarm notification via mobile phone, alarm control via a mobile application and SMS commands). At the same time, the vehicle’s coordinates are determined only from LBS 9 base stations of the cellular network), therefore it gives satisfactory accuracy only in cities densely saturated with cell towers.
3. The StarLine 2CAN-2LIN Master module is a universal expansion board for integrating alarm systems with digital buses of domestic and foreign cars.
4. StarLine GPS-GLONASS-Master is necessary to increase the accuracy of tracking vehicle coordinates.

When installing the 2CAN-2LIN module, the car owner will receive expanded functionality - indirect engine start blocking without physical relays, owner authorization using a PIN code entered from the car's standard buttons, SUPER SLAVE mode, when the alarm is controlled from a standard radio key without weakening the degree of protection of the car.

User manual

Before using a car alarm, you must link the communicators to the control unit:

1. Protection mode is disabled.
2. The emergency mode entry button is pressed seven times. The siren will sound several times, indicating that you have entered the binding menu.
3. On the communicator, press the first and second buttons simultaneously. The key fob should play a melodic signal.
4. The previous paragraph is repeated for each registered communicator.
5. After completing the task, the ignition is turned off.

Identification of buttons on the key fob

Remote start

To start the power unit on command, the first button (red) is pressed and held. The key fob should play a melodic signal. Indicators will appear on its display indicating the successful start of the car engine. To stop the power unit, first press and hold the first key, and then click button 4.

Before performing the task, you must ensure the following:

• The handbrake lever is raised;
• the car hood is locked;
• The software neutralization procedure has been completed.

Video “How the security system works”

The Alex Tuning Center channel in its video showed how the Starline A63 anti-theft complex functions.

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