Determining the StarLine model by key fob using photographs

When you buy a car second-hand, you usually get an already installed alarm system. However, the accompanying papers are lost, and the owner’s ignorance of the exact model is far from uncommon. Therefore, if you later have to face the need to change the alarm settings, you will first need to figure out how to recognize the Starline car alarm model by the appearance of the key fob. Considering the width of the model range (with all previous generations of models), this is not so simple.

Starline alarm models discontinued

Different types of StarLine alarms used different types of main key fobs.
On discontinued Twage generation A-series alarm systems (A2, A4, A6, A8, A9), a main key fob with a characteristic thin antenna was used, protected by a separate housing element. StarLine A8, A9:

StarLine A6:

StarLine A4:

This is where the keychain cracks when worn frequently in your pocket. Unlike the A-series, the B-series, produced simultaneously with it and belonging to the same generation, used a more durable key fob, where the body consisted of only two halves, and the antenna was covered by a figured protrusion.

Alarm StarLine B9:

StarLine B6:

In the C series of the same generation, the key fob retained the general features of the B-series, but had a two-color case with a different disassembly principle. The “disease” of the C-series is cracks in the eyelet to which the carabiner is attached.

StarLine C4:

StarLine C6:

StarLine C9:

The Dialog generation differed little in appearance. A characteristic difference is the transition to Russified screens.

StarLine B9 Dialog, StarLine A91 Dialog:

Alarm systems without autostart (B6 Dialog, A61 Dialog) with the same body design were distinguished by the icons of the bottom row:

In the last year of production, a series of A61/A91 alarm systems was created in the “4x4” configuration - they used a rectangular key fob from the D-series. Since the D-series uses four-button key fobs, and the A91/A61 uses three-button key fobs, the last button on these car alarms turns on the screen backlight without any additional functionality.

From left to right – keychain StarLine A61 4×4, StarLine A91 4×4:

Subsequently, the Dialog family was improved, becoming Dialog Flex - flexible programmable additional channels were added to the existing functionality, which later became a mandatory feature of StarLine alarms. CAN bus support has appeared.

The design of the keychains has been revised. Their appearance changed, the antenna was removed inside the case, the keychain took on the shape of a “remnant”, much more convenient. The first button of the key fob has increased in size and moved to a protrusion, making the intuitive search for the desired button faster.

StarLine A62:

StarLine A92:

In Series B, the “washing” of key fobs has reached its climax. Alarms B62 and B92 had the same body, differing only in a number of icons (B62 did not have autostart icons for timer and temperature). The screens themselves were similar to the A61 and A91, respectively.

The same screens were used in the E60 and E90 car alarms (the differences are also in the bottom row of icons), but the key fobs themselves received their own housings. Unlike most key fob models, where the button designations are purely symbolic, here the arming and disarming buttons have unambiguous images.

Video

You can identify the type of Starline alarm system using the key fob by reading the video review of the Starline security system model range. Presented by the channel “Avtokasta. ru".

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Modern models

The cheapest A-series uses different key fobs depending on the generation. StarLine A93/A63 initially used a key fob in the shape of a beveled parallelepiped; the protrusion of the first button was retained.

However, this car alarm has become an enviable long-liver, and to “refresh” the appearance, the key fob on the latest series was modified, receiving a display in the style of modern fifth-generation alarms (alarms with auto start), but unlike them - in traditional, and not inverse, colors.

On the Starline A39 and A36 alarm systems (these are the same A93 and A63, but supplied exclusively to car dealerships), the key fob was used unchanged from the base model. The key fob did not change in the “economical” configuration of the A93 ECO, but in the A63 ECO it was updated.

Subsequently, a “full-fledged” fourth-generation A-series entered the market. These alarms were distinguished by the original integration of the CAN module in all trim levels and the shape of the key fob - the designers returned to the days of Dialog Flex alarms.

Simultaneously with the release of the fourth generation of StarLine alarms, the company’s marketers identified a separate line of alarms for SUVs, calling it the D-series. The “off-road” series alarms did not have any real differences in design, except for the new rectangular key fob. The Starline D64 and D94 alarm key fobs were sold in two colors: blue and red. At the same time, unlike the A61 4x4 and A91 4x4, the fourth button of the key fob is functional, and the key fobs themselves are absolutely identical in appearance.

In the B series, the “soap” keychains were preserved; the display in them also did not change.

The E series after the update (models E60.1, E90.1, E61.1, E91.1, E63, E93) did not change the design of the key fob. The key fob was updated only in the fifth generation (Starline E95, E65). The screen changed its orientation to vertical, the graphics on it were unified with the interface of the StarLine mobile application:

The fifth generation Series A received the same screen.

StarLine series D is easily recognizable by its rectangular red body. The updated inverse display has moved here too.

And finally, sixth generation alarm systems have entered the market. The B series and the new X series added to it are recognizable by the previously familiar “remnant” of the B-series, and the display orientation has again become horizontal, but the inverse coloring has been preserved from the fifth generation alarms. Instead of an LCD screen, OLED is now used.

Starline A66 and A96 again received a beveled key fob body, but now they have a new screen, and a color one at that.

The E-series abandoned the vertical screen orientation, and the screen itself now looks much simpler and cheaper than in the fifth generation. This is not surprising - now the E-series itself is positioned as cheaper, while in the fifth generation it was one of the most sophisticated.

How to read the label

To recognize the Starline model by key fob, it is important to know and understand the meaning of the abbreviations. After all, the catalog contains several dozen devices, and if you don’t know the symbols, searching for an alarm will take a lot of time. All information can fit on one line. For example, the StarLine B95 VT CAN+LIN GSM+GPS ECO model means:

B – alarm line. Can be A, B, E, D, AS, S, X, V, M, I, R, L.
9 – remote engine start. This number indicates the presence of autostart. If there is a number 6 in its place, it means there is no automatic start. For example, Starline A95 - with auto start, A65 - without it.
5th generation. The second number on the abbreviation indicates the generation of the key fob. For example, B94 is the fourth generation, and B96 is the sixth.
VT – Bluetooth. Maintains communication between the alarm and the tag or owner's mobile phone.
CAN+LIN – type of module for connecting to a digital data bus. This configuration indicates the possibility of connecting via twisted pair CAN and twisted pair LIN. 2CAN+LIN or 2CAN+2LIN options are possible, which indicates the connection of two twisted pairs CAN and LIN, respectively. There is a CAN or 2CAN option.
GSM – control from a smartphone. This is an additional module that allows you to control via a mobile application.
GPS monitoring. This module only works in conjunction with GSM. Makes it possible to determine the location of the vehicle with an accuracy of up to three meters.
ECO – number of key fobs. ECO means that the kit includes one main remote control.

On a note! Each model is equipped with control panels. There can be three options: main and additional control panel, only the main remote control and complete absence of a key fob. In the latter case, control occurs through a mobile application or computer.

Those models that can be controlled from a phone are considered more reliable. This limits the capabilities of attackers, since logging into the application is only possible by entering a password or reading a fingerprint.

Knowing how the abbreviation on car alarm key fobs stands, you can easily identify the Starline model. It is enough to understand that there are several product lines that depend on the budget. There are also several generations of equipment (3, 4, 5 and 6) and additional functions, which can be easily read by the name of the key fob. If you can’t decipher it yourself, it’s better to contact a specialist.

Possible faults

Even the most expensive anti-theft system may experience problems.

Below we will talk about malfunctions that are typical for Mongoose car alarms:

The device does not arm the car from the key fob. In this case, the cause may be either a malfunction of the key fob itself or problems in the operation of the central signaling unit.
The doors do not lock when the vehicle is put into protection. As a rule, in this case the essence of the problem is that the central locking of the device does not work or the unit itself has failed. It is necessary to diagnose the unit and also check the wiring. If only one door does not close, this may indicate a broken cable that will need to be replaced.
Quite often, car enthusiasts are faced with a non-functional trunk opening option; this is only relevant for models that provide this function.
If the alarm turns on for no reason, this may indicate that the shock sensor is incorrectly configured.

Domestic market

There are many companies on the Russian market offering a wide selection of car alarms. The leading trading "player" is the StarLine company - this is one of the large companies offering modern equipment at affordable prices.

Since 2010, StarLine began developing a number of interactive models with built-in antennas hidden in the body, extended range chips, alarms with a secure cryptographic code, and in some models with voice authorization.

Tomahawk 9010: instructions for remotely starting a car’s internal combustion engine

To remotely start the internal combustion engine, you must perform a number of actions:

setting the gearshift lever to the “neutral” position (“parking”);
turning off the ignition and closing the doors, trunk and hood of the car, raise the parking brake lever;
after pressing the button marked “key”, a triple light and sound response will occur and the inscription ST will appear on the key fob display (an attempt to crank the engine with the starter).

If the start is successful, the internal combustion engine will operate within the programmed time (5/10/15/20 min). The key fob display will display the remaining engine shutdown time. Stopping the vehicle’s internal combustion engine is performed by pressing a button labeled “key”, followed by a four-fold signal indication.

Autostart of the Tomahawk 9010 and starting the internal combustion engine based on temperature is also a useful option. When starting the internal combustion engine based on temperature during the installation of the Tomahawk 9010 alarm system, an additional temperature sensor is installed under the hood of the car (a guide to indicators). In the absence of an external sensor, the system is guided by the air temperature in the cabin.

Algorithm for activating the internal combustion engine by temperature:

simultaneously press the buttons marked “key” and “silhouette of a car with an open trunk lid” (the parking lights will flash and the siren will sound once);
after the key fob’s melodious sound signal, new icons will appear on its display – “fan” and “programmed warm-up temperature”;

Note: if the reference is the external temperature, then the engine will start at a temperature below the set value. If the reference is the temperature in the cabin, in this case the engine will start when the air in the cabin warms up to the set value. The function is turned off by pressing the same buttons as when turned on.

Another feature of Tomahawk autostart is the option that allows you to start the engine by time. To activate the internal combustion engine by time, you need to hold down the buttons marked “key” and “speaker crossed out with two lines” and wait for the sound signal from the car and the key fob (the “clock” icon appears on the display). It is from this time that the alarm system will start the car’s internal combustion engine every day.

To disable this function, you must turn it on again using the same buttons (the system will confirm the deactivation with two beeps). Activation of the internal combustion engine at regular intervals:

activate the daily autostart function;
within 5 seconds, select the appropriate time interval (start every hour, 2, 4, 12 hours).

Four lines of keychains: characteristic features

You can determine the Starline alarm model by the appearance of the main key fob. Difficulties may arise when classifying a system by a spare remote control without feedback - different models often have no differences.

Help in determining:

characteristic shape of the remote control;
control buttons and their location;
indicators on the display.

Model range A

The characteristic antenna of the key fob will help you identify whether the car alarm belongs to older Starline models. It is protected by a black casing separate from the body.

Keychain Starline A4

In addition, you can identify a specific model by the icons on the display:

StarLine A4 features a large car image;
you can distinguish Starline A6 from A8/A9 by the icons on the left side of the key fob;
Starline A61 and A91 Dialog key fobs are similar to the B series models, but the inscriptions on the display are in Russian;
the more modern A64/A94 and A63/A93 are radically different from the earlier A-series models.

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Model range B

In Starline B series alarm communicators, the antenna is combined with the processor in a monolithic housing. The figured protrusion with notches has become a characteristic feature of the keychains of this model range.

Signal remote control B6 and B9 can only be distinguished by the inscriptions on the display - they have different icons on the bottom row.

Differences between key fobs models B6/B9

The remote controls of more modern models B62/B92 are distinguished by smoothed edges. The latest generation of the B series retained a similar body, but the display changed from LCD to OLED.

Model range C

The C series keychains are distinguished by a two-color body and a characteristic thin plastic eyelet for a carbine. Externally they are identical, they differ in the location of the icons on the display. Photos of model range C communicators are presented below.

Model range D

StarLine D series systems are aimed at SUVs - the key fobs are large, and the displays depict a jeep. The devices look similar to each other, they can only be distinguished by functionality - the D94 differs from the D64 in the presence of autostart.

Model range E

The differences between the E60 and E90 alarms are in the bottom row of icons. Models E65 and E95 are characterized by a vertical screen that replicates the interface of a mobile application.

Installation and repair

I’ll say right away that it is not recommended to install and repair security systems yourself. They are quite complex, so when working with your own hands you can make a number of mistakes.

Contact an official service center or specialists who understand the alarm systems of this company.

If the wizards cannot install, it is done something like this:

the lining is removed from the steering shaft;
the central unit of the system is installed;
connector for autostart;
the ignition switch is connected;
central locking;
limit switches for doors;
The system is programmed and control of the motor is established.

The process is extremely complex, so without the appropriate skills and knowledge it is impossible to do it yourself. The same can be said about renovations.

Various tips for choosing

Additional equipment for signaling of the specified brand can be produced by third-party companies. The prices for such products are lower than the cost of the originals. Ask yourself the question, what is the benefit of buying non-original products? It seems that its only advantage is its low price. Well, the quality, if the cost is low, can hardly be better than what is provided in the original version.

Comparison of fake and original

Chinese devices differ in the following:

The operating distance is significantly lower than it should be;
There is feedback in the key fob, but it displays the state of the car incorrectly (or does not display it at all);
From the second point it follows that the car can be opened, but the owner will never know about it.

If it were not for point “2”, everything would be quite acceptable. And so, it is possible that the product of Chinese industry will have to be modified. But the result, as you understand, is not guaranteed in such cases. Make a choice.

Rating of the TOP 12 best Starline alarm systems 2021-2022

Place	Name	Price
TOP 5 best Starline alarms in price/quality ratio 2021-2022
1	StarLine A93 2CAN+2LIN ECO	Find out the price
2	StarLine A63 ECO	Find out the price
3	StarLine A93 ECO	Find out the price
4	StarLine A93	Find out the price
5	StarLine A93 2CAN+2LIN	Find out the price
TOP 4 best Starline alarms with feedback
1	StarLine A63	Find out the price
2	StarLine E96 BT 2CAN+2LIN	Find out the price
3	StarLine A63 GSM ECO	Find out the price
4	StarLine T94	Find out the price
TOP 3 best Starline alarm systems with auto start
1	StarLine S96 v2 2CAN+4LIN 2SIM GSM	Find out the price
2	StarLine A93 GSM	Find out the price
3	StarLine A96 2CAN+2LIN	Find out the price

Operation and important combinations

I will say right away that the main source of information should only be the instruction manual. There is no point in relying on third-party data or trying to make repairs, figure out how to reset the basic settings or how to bind the key fob using the wrong sources.

Starline completes each security system with a detailed manual, which outlines the installation map and describes in detail how to set up, how to disable or how to turn on the alarm. You will find all this there.

In terms of operation, there is nothing complicated if you have a model with an LCD screen and 4 buttons. This is the most common type of keychain. It displays all the information, and with the help of pictures you understand which button does what.

the first button — turns on the security;
the second serves to turn off;
using the third button, the current state of the machine is checked;
pressing the fourth button will turn off the backlight.

But don’t think that this is the end of the list of functions and capabilities of the key fob. There are many more of them. There are special codes that perform certain actions. Let's look at a few. But I’ll clarify that they only work for key fobs with an LCD screen and 4 buttons.

to turn off the shock sensor, you need to press the first of the buttons twice;
the additional sensor is turned off by double-clicking the second button;
if you want to find a car (for example, in a dark parking lot), then press the fourth button twice;
double-clicking the third button disables the tilt sensor;
to lock the buttons, you need to press the second and fourth keys, and at the same time;
to activate the security mode without unnecessary noise, you must first hold down the first button for 2 seconds, and then click on it again;
starting the engine at a distance is carried out by holding down the first key and then pressing the third;
If you need to activate panic or anti-robbery modes, 1 and 3 keys are held simultaneously.

This is only part of the combinations. There are special videos, as well as official operating manuals, where the Starline company describes in detail the functionality of your specific car security system model.

Turn off the alarm

Let's imagine that your alarm system was working. Either the sensitivity was set too high, or they tried to break the glass. Well, I hope it's nothing serious.

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