Car alarm Starline: operating instructions

Theft is a car owner's worst nightmare, and our desire to ensure the safety of the iron horse is completely justified. For 30 years now, Starline has been puzzled by resolving this issue together with car enthusiasts.

Today we will look at popular models of this security device, compare technical characteristics, prices, read reviews, and help you select the right one for your car. And of course, we will study in detail the operating instructions for Starline car alarms with auto start for those who have already chosen the Starline company.

Instructions for Starline alarms

Installation of the security system is carried out exclusively by a qualified specialist. A Starline car alarm is a complex technical device and involves connection to circuits associated with engine operation. Existing alarm models:

a91;
a93;
a63.

When using autorun functions, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the following general precautions:

Car parking is done in an open, ventilated area;
Put the car on the parking brake;
On cars with automatic transmission, the lever is installed in the “P” position; for manual transmission, place it in the neutral position;
Keep alarm control key fobs out of the reach of children.

Before you start using, we advise you to follow some steps according to the instructions for use:

Make sure there is a sufficient amount of fuel, engine oil and other technical fluids;
Make sure the vehicle is in good condition;
Adjust the parameters of the heater or air conditioner, heated glass and mirrors, heated seats, steering wheel and other accessories to the required level.

A91

For many years, the leading position in the ratings of sold security systems has been occupied by the Star Line A91 car alarm with auto start .

The security system belongs to the budget and reliably protects the vehicle. Suitable for vehicles with all types of engines and transmissions. Star Line supports the Russian language, has a timer that controls the engine start time, and makes 4 startup attempts if problems occur. Designed to operate over a wide temperature range. The device ignores radio interference, which is important when used in urban environments.

Additional bonuses - setting the start on an alarm clock, at regular intervals and when the air temperature reaches a specified minimum.

Starline A91

A93

The Star Line A93 car alarm with auto start, released in 2014, also deserves attention. The installation and operating instructions, the connection diagram describe in detail the necessary manipulations for installing and programming the system:

https://store.starline.ru/upload/iblock/adb/StarLine_A93_A63_2CAN_2LIN_Q6_install_v10.pdf
https://store.starline.ru/upload/iblock/040/StarLine_A93_A63_2CAN_2LIN_Q6_user_v10.pdf

Built-in relays provide the ability to control light signals and central locking. It is possible to expand the functionality of the security system by adding 2CAN and LIN modules to the main module.

Optionally, integration of a GSM modem and GPS module is available. The system responds to evacuation and jacking of the vehicle with the ability to remotely configure, supplemented by a control panel that can withstand a fall on a hard surface.

Starline A93

A63

In addition to the high degree of vehicle protection inherent in all models of the manufacturer, starline a63 is equipped with a Super Slave . A separate relay is installed on the hood of the car, protecting it from unauthorized access.

The Starline A63 car alarm includes 3D shock and tilt sensors capable of monitoring the condition of the vehicle. If there is third-party influence, they send an alert to the owner’s mobile phone.

Starline A63

Installation and Operation Guide:

https://store.starline.ru/upload/iblock/adb/StarLine_A93_A63_2CAN_2LIN_Q6_install_v10.pdf
https://store.starline.ru/upload/iblock/040/StarLine_A93_A63_2CAN_2LIN_Q6_user_v10.pdf

Sensitivity adjustment

Starline alarms use a two-level shock controller. The principle of its operation is the piezoelectric effect, that is, the sensor picks up a sound wave immediately before the moment when an impact occurs on the car body. Such sensitivity of the controller is possible only if it is firmly fixed to the surface of the car body. To adjust the sensitivity, you need to increase the warning zones and decrease the other two. After this, the protection mode is activated, and after 40 seconds a light blow is performed on the car body. If the system response is very acute, the sensitivity level can be reduced.

The Practice of Life channel published a video that talks in detail about adjusting the sensitivity parameter.

The technical manual for the vehicle will indicate the installation location of the central processor if the car uses a standard alarm system. If not, you will have to work with the Valet service button; the wire from the button is connected to the control module. You can reduce the sensitivity of the alarm by adjusting the component responsible for its operation. The operating range is from 0.1 to 14 units.

To ensure normal operation of the system, you need to set the value to around 4-5 units:

Disable the car security function and put the alarm into programming mode to make the appropriate changes. In older alarm models, setting is carried out by turning a special screw; in modern systems it is performed using keys.
Set the system sensitivity to approximately 4-5 units. In most alarm models, the user is offered ten attempts to adjust, after which he must repeat the procedure for arming the car.
When making adjustments, take into account the total weight of the vehicle. By adjusting the sensitivity, reach the point where the system does not operate without a reason.

Table: price range and characteristics

How much a starline car alarm with auto start will cost depends on the chosen model and its inherent characteristics. To make the choice easier for a potential buyer, we have compiled a comparative table of characteristics of the company’s models that you are already familiar with.

Please note: the price with installation is very different from the price without it!

Feature/Model	StarLine A91	StarLine A93	StarLine A63
*Radio interference protection*	128 channels	128 channels	128 channels
*Remote engine start*	There is	There is	optional
*LCD key fob*	Yes	Yes	Yes
*Siren*	No	There is	No
*Engine lock relay*	No	There is	There is
*Turbo timer*	No	There is	There is
*Trunk control*	No	Yes	Yes
*Working temperature*	from -40 C to +85 C	from -50 C to +85 C	from -50 C to +85 C
*Tilt sensor*	No	There is	There is
*Shock sensors*	There is	There is	There is
*Range, m*	2 000	2 000	2 000
*Key fob vibration mode*	No	There is	There is
*Indication of temperature in the car interior on the key fob*	No	There is	There is
*Price*	from 4,950 rubles	from 7,450 rubles	from 5,600 rubles
*Price with installation*	from 10,800 rubles	from 14,100 rubles	from 9,800 rubles

Key Features

When using the system, the security complex protects the following areas:

Car engine wiring. For this, a special car alarm relay is used.
Electrical lines connected to the lock and other elements of the ignition system.
Door, hood and trunk locks. To do this, you need to install and connect limit switches. The kit includes only one switch, for mounting on the hood. The luggage compartment and door lock devices must be purchased separately.
Handbrake lever. A standard sensor is used for this.
Salon. A sensitivity sensor is used.

Basic protective functions of the alarm:

car protection when the engine is running;
automatic activation of protection when receiving signals from sensors;
warning the user about turning on the security system when using a communication channel with the remote control;
the ability to operate the anti-theft system as an immobilizer;
adjustable two-step disabling of the security mode;
use of a service PIN code required to control and turn off the system in emergency mode;
blocking motor electrical circuits and storing this information;
maintaining engine blocking when power is turned off;
silent activation of the protection mode;
silent security option, in which the activation of the alarm mode is not accompanied by signals from the siren;
floating encoding, characterized by increased protection in relation to scanners and code grabbers;
limited number of sequential activations based on information received from sensors;
disabling the alarm mode without turning off the vehicle security system.

For greater ease of use, the system includes additional service options:

turning the security system on and off using the service button, without using a key fob;
restoration of the protective function when the security system is turned off;
programming the basic parameters and characteristics of sensors and door locks;
option to control additional locking of door locks when using the ignition switch;
use of additional four channels, which are necessary to control additional equipment and devices;
car search function in the parking lot;
the presence of a locking button on the remote control, which prevents accidental pressing;
auto engine start and turbo timer;
light indication of the reasons for turning on the security function;
sound notification of the car owner about events that have occurred;
the ability to detect problems when the security system is turned on - the alarm self-diagnosis function.

The consumer can expand the functionality of the alarm by installing additional GPS/GSM modules from the manufacturer Starline.
Satellite and mobile tracking devices will allow you to determine the coordinates of the car, which can be useful if it is stolen. Additional modules are controlled using mobile communications. To do this, the appropriate software must be installed on the user's phone in advance.

The AndreuAZTV channel spoke in detail about the main capabilities of this car alarm model.

Advantages and disadvantages

Users note the natural pros and cons of the manufacturer’s alarms:

pros

Reliability
Large range of models
High level of security
Wide operating temperature range
User-friendly interface
Manufacturability
Advantageous package

Minuses

Periodic malfunctions due to low temperatures
Complexity and multi-stage installation
The need for an immobilizer unit

How to set up autorun

To automatically start a car engine, you can use several methods. Among them, activation according to alarm clock data, by time (at the same time or by temperature indicators).

By alarm

To set up the Starline A9 alarm, you must first set the correct clock value and set the alarm.

Using button 3 (C) select the desired icon; the choice must be confirmed with button 2 (B).
After a single siren signal, the device will begin to play a melody. In this case, 2 shortcuts will be activated on the display, and the diode will emit 2 flashes each.

By timer

Thanks to the timer setting, the Starline A9 car alarm will start every day at the set time.

Select the desired shortcut on the display and confirm the action. The user will hear a light flash and a siren sound.
After this action, the car engine will start and warm up. All subsequent autostarts will take place exactly 24 hours after the set time.

By temperature

Programming is carried out in several steps.

On the key fob screen, select the desired function by moving the cursor.
Press the key to confirm (the device will beep). At this time, the light alarm and siren are activated. Immediately after this, the temperature threshold will appear on the display.

If this mode is used to start the engine to warm up, the information comes from a sensor in the engine compartment. In this case, one of 4 temperature levels can be used (from -20 to -5°C).

Reviews

Buyers highly value the quality and technology of Starline alarms. We have collected reviews on the security system models presented in the article.

StarLine A91:

The system is convenient, well protected from intellectual hacking, but it claims to be mega-reliable without any particular reason. The biggest hindrance is the low noise immunity, which causes problems in “communication” between the key fob and the car. Compared to its competitors, Starline does not offer the widest range of service functions.

StarLine A93:

In general, there are no complaints about the work so far; the system works both when installed on a car with a key and with a start-stop button. Convenient use of the main remote control with an LCD display and an additional one with two-way communication. I recommend!

StarLine A63:

It's a very good system and a pleasure to work with. The shock sensor is located in the antenna module and copes with its functions almost perfectly, the same with the tilt/motion sensor. Setting up from the key fob is very simple and will not be difficult for the user. Allows you to assemble a security system like a construction set: optionally add can, autostart, gsm, gps glonass, and for starters, keyless bypass. What is important, according to calculations, the cost of collecting pumping in parts does not differ from the price of a finished unit with built-in functions. Plus, there is a 3-year warranty and service centers spread throughout Russia; in other countries they are located in big cities. An extremely convenient thing.

Possible faults

Malfunctions that a car owner may encounter:

Batteries in the remote control. If the alarm begins to work incorrectly, you must first check the functionality of the battery. The batteries in Starline remote controls do not have a long service life, so at the first symptoms of discharge they must be replaced. A decrease in charge is characterized by dimming of the diode and screen.
If you have problems with power supply, this may be due to a dead car battery. The reason must be sought in malfunctions of the safety unit or the power circuit of the anti-theft system.
Malfunctions in the operation of the central processor. Its breakdown will lead to the need for expensive repairs, because along with the control module, it is necessary to change the remote control, as well as other components of the anti-theft installation. It is not recommended to repair the central unit yourself.
Failure of controllers. These components can be replaced with new ones if the alarm model is not too old.

In practice, all failed elements, except the central processor, can be replaced with new ones without any problems.

Vladimir Korovin made a video in which he spoke in detail about the repair of the Starline central alarm unit.

If the key fob does not respond

The remote control may not work due to a dead battery.

If the battery is intact and replacing it does not produce results, the causes of the problem may be the following:

there are high-voltage lines or a radio station near the car, this leads to signal disruption that cannot reach the central processor;
the car battery is dead;
The remote control is out of range of the alarm antenna.

If the problem lies in one of the listed reasons, then the car must be driven to another place and the remote control is checked for functionality.

Device repair is performed as follows:

Disassemble the remote control housing using a small screwdriver. Make sure there are no cracks or other damage to the internal circuitry. There should be no signs of poor soldering.
Using a regular construction brush, clean the internal components. Remove all dust from the case; it is not recommended to use cleaning liquids, as this may harm the board.
If, during the diagnostics, detached elements are found on the circuit, they must be carefully soldered into place.
The electrical circuits inside the key fob must be checked with a tester.

If the diagnostics did not allow the breakdown to be determined, then the cause must be sought in the capacitor element. In programming mode, hold down the key and rotate it 10 degrees. The process continues until the remote control and key fob are synchronized.

You can learn more about the step-by-step repair of the alarm key fob from the video filmed by the AlanMorfreeman channel.

Starline alarm repair

Repairing an anti-theft device involves replacing failed components with new ones. Faults related to the sensor or damaged wiring can be resolved independently. Failed controllers are replaced by dismantling and replacing with new ones. As for electrical circuits, if the damage is minor, the wire can be additionally insulated, and if the defect is serious, it must be replaced. Repair of problems related to the control unit should be entrusted to specialists.

starline car alarm keychain

The control panels of all selected models have a feedback function, which allows you to maintain a signal at a distance of 1-2 km from the car. The signal frequency on them is 420-440 MHz. The main starline alarm key fob has a liquid crystal display , a housing made of durable plastic that can withstand a fall on a hard surface.

The additional one, unlike most competitors, works with feedback: the alarm signal is first transmitted to the main key fob and, if the signal is not received, it goes to the additional one. A AAA battery is used to operate.

Recommendations for setting up the key fob are individual for each specific security system and are described in the operating instructions.

Principle of operation

StarLine alarm systems are equipped with special technology that operates through a secure channel. After the security system receives a signal from the sensor, it checks its authenticity. The response request for confirmation is sent in the form of encoded numbers.

A certain algorithm and secret code allow the car alarm key fob to process the received signal and send a response to the control unit. The alarm will turn off if the sent and received signals match, and a confirmation is received on the key fob. The entire process of signal exchange takes no more than a few seconds.

Answers to frequently asked questions

Why won't the car start?

There are several reasons why the remote engine start system does not operate, here are some of them:

is missing or incorrectly installed;
The key placed in the bypass module is missing or difficult to read;
Errors were made when installing the security system.

A car with a manual transmission will not start. For what reasons?

There are several options:

The door limit switches are faulty;
The alarm unit does not detect door closings due to an installation error.

Why doesn't the car start at sub-zero temperatures?

The security system contacts have oxidized;
The battery is discharged;
The ignition circuit is damaged.

To accurately detect and eliminate the malfunction, it is recommended to contact a service center.

The remote control doesn't open the car, what's the problem?

Possible causes of control panel malfunction:

in the key fob is dead
battery is discharged ;
Internal fault of the remote control;
Security system control unit software failure
Radio interference.

How to restore factory settings?

Resetting to factory settings is carried out as follows:

Press the service button 9 times, without ignition;
Turn on the ignition , 9 siren signals should sound;
Press the service button one more time , wait for the siren to sound again;
Press button 1 . You will hear 1 short signal;
Turn off the ignition. At the end of the reset, 5 flashes of the side lights will follow.

How to turn off the Starline alarm?

Using the Valet button. The location in the car is described in the instructions or reported by the technician installing the security system. Valet installation location is unknown, we recommend removing the battery terminals and finding the button in silence yourself. As a rule, it is installed in close proximity to the block. Most common locations:

Under the steering wheel;
Behind the dashboard;
Behind the door seal.
Follow the instructions below, depending on the security system model.

The algorithm of actions for most alarms is the same:

Open the door with the key, activating the alarm;
Turn the key in the ignition;
Click on the Valet button (the number of clicks depends on the model type);
Turn off the ignition.

All operations must be completed within 20 seconds.

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Buttons 2 and 3 in sequence

• Stopping the engine
Buttons 3 and 1 sequentially
• Activating additional channel No. 1
Buttons 3 and 2 sequentially
• Activating additional channel No. 2
Buttons 1 + 2 simultaneously
• Activating the “panic” mode (long press when off

ignition) • Turning on the anti-robbery mode (long press when the

ignition) Button 1 + 3 simultaneously

• Turning on the key fob button lock (single press)
Buttons 2 + 3 simultaneously
• Turning off the key fob button lock (single press)

Duration of pressing key fob buttons

In order for the alarm system to adequately respond to control signals sent from key fobs, the duration of pressing the key fob buttons is extremely important. When further describing the alarm operation algorithms in the text, the following definitions of the duration of pressing the control key fob buttons will be used: • Short button press

— one press of any button lasting less than 0.5 seconds.
• Long press of the button
- press and hold the key fob button until a melodic sound signal appears
(for a key fob with feedback)
, until the green LED lights up (for a key fob without feedback).
• Double button press —
two presses of the same button within 0.5 seconds.
• Sequential button presses
—two presses of the same or different buttons. The first press should be long, the second press short.

Automatic arming

This mode makes it possible to arm the car immediately after turning off the ignition, 10 seconds after closing the doors. The time for automatic activation of the security mode is individually programmed.

If the parking brake is not applied or any door button switch is faulty, automatic arming will not occur!

The StarLine A61 Dialog alarm system belongs to the modern family of anti-theft systems, characterized by a wide range of protective capabilities, especially thanks to the new Dialog signal encryption system. At the same time, Starline A61 autostart is possible only with the help of a third-party module, which is purchased separately.

The central signaling unit is equipped with a fairly powerful processor. At the same time, the system is designed to be suitable for the maximum number of car models. It will fit equally well on a brand new VW and a Niva 4x4.