Alarm system Scher-Khan Mobicar 2 with auto engine start function

With the advent of the modern car alarm system Scher Khan Mobicar 2 in the life of a car owner, his view of the ease of use and reliability of protecting his car will change dramatically.

Even the instructions included with the set of devices will make it possible to understand how negligible the level of car protection was before.

And after you start using it, all the benefits will become even more obvious.

Specifications

Car alarm Sherkhan Mobi Car 2 has good technical characteristics. The plastic case of the processor unit has compact dimensions - 79x73x17 mm. Its weight is 60 g. Operating temperature range: -40…+85°С. The device operates using Bluetooth technology. Frequency range - 2400-2483.5 MHz.

The key fob in a plastic case is protected from dust and moisture (protection level IP-40). This is a reliable device that runs on a standard AAA battery (1.5 V). The maximum range of the key fob is 2000 m (in the absence of various interference and obstacles to the signal, for example, in a big city).

Equipment

In addition to the processor unit itself, the Sherkhan Mobi Car 2 system includes:

• keychain communicator equipped with an LCD display;
• connectors (16- and 22-pin, the latter with a temperature sensor);
• siren;
• blocking relay;
• hood (trunk) sensor;
• an antenna module equipped with a system status indicator, and a cable for connecting it.

The user will also find in the box a manual for setting up and operating the equipment, stickers, an installation diagram, etc.

What are the reasons for autorun failures?

If there is a problem with the system and the option does not function, the communicator will emit a triple signal and a fault code will be displayed on its screen.

Causes of problems why the remote engine start function in the Sherkhan alarm system does not work:

Functions

The advantage of the system is its wide functionality. In addition to arming itself and starting the alarm mode, other functions are provided. These include:

1. Immobilizer function. In this case, a smartphone or tablet acts as a tag confirming the driver’s identity. Permission to start the engine comes through a mobile application.
2. Protection against key fob theft. This function does not allow you to disable the security if you only have a key fob without a mobile application.
3. Reminder of missed alarms by a short beep every 10 seconds. In this case, the corresponding symbol will be displayed on the key fob screen.

To activate the “Autostart” function, you should arm the car, and then press button “3” and hold it for 2 seconds. After some time, the key fob will begin to emit a characteristic sound signal, which confirms that the engine has started. In order to stop the engine, press button “3” again and hold it. This will complete the autorun.

Advantages and disadvantages

The advantages of the Sherkhan Mobikar 2 car alarm include:

• ability to control the system from a smartphone, incl. through a mobile application;
• simple parameter settings using a graphical touch interface;
• long range of the key fob (you can start the engine from a distance of 1200 m, receive alarm information at a distance of 2000 m);
• compact main unit equipped with built-in power microrelays and antenna module;
• the ability to use a smartphone as a wireless immobilizer tag, which is important in case of loss of keys with a key fob.

Convenient control

Convenience in controlling the Mobicar 2 alarm system is realized due to the built-in Bluetooth smart module, which allows you to use your smartphone as a two-way key fob with a wide range of different functions. In order to use a smartphone in this capacity, you need to install a special Scher Khan Mobicar application on it and use it to manage all the capabilities of the security system, settings and find out the necessary data, which include:

• sensitivity level and status of alarm sensors;
• engine speed;
• cabin temperature;
• on-board network voltage;
• fuel level and many others.

How to install

The Sherkhan Mobikar alarm system is installed in the same way as any other similar system. Theoretically, you can do this yourself, although it is better to entrust the installation of the central unit to a specialist, since a professional will know how best to do this without affecting the car's electronic systems. This is what concerns the hardware, but do not forget about the software.

For the system to work correctly, you need to download a mobile application to your smartphone or tablet, with which you can control the alarm, check its status, and change settings.

The company has developed separate applications for Android and iOS. You can download them on the official website.

But installing the app is not enough. In order for a smartphone or tablet to work with the alarm, you need to complete the pairing procedure, which is discussed in detail in the user manual. Bluetooth technology is used for this.

Reliable protection

To ensure the maximum level of vehicle protection, this security system is equipped with an immobilizer.
In this case, the function of the tag is taken over by the car owner’s smartphone, which confirms his identity and gives the go-ahead to start the engine. At the same time, the significance that the usual key fob previously had is practically lost, since without the presence of a smartphone with an application installed on it, it will be impossible to start the car. In addition, Sherkhan Mobicar 2, in its set of basic car protection functions, has the ability to prohibit turning off the security if the key fob is lost or stolen. If such situations arise, it will not be possible to disarm the car with the key fob until a smartphone is attached to it next to the car. In this case, there is no point in talking about starting the car.

The radio communication system operates at a frequency of 868 MHz, which is lightly loaded, which minimizes the possibility of interference or any distortion even in urban environments. Broadcast commands are encoded with a special algorithm, which is based on the AES-128 encryption standard, noted as one of the most secure.

In addition, each individual car alarm set has individual encryption keys, which is reliable protection against intelligent hacking.

User manual

The system is easy to use, however, it is worth reading the operating instructions first, since there are a number of nuances associated with using a smartphone or tablet.

First, the system is configured. The motorist should study the instructions in order to confidently use the menu and not get confused by the icons of various functions.

The main thing you need to know is the arming mode.

First, turn off the ignition and close the trunk, hood and doors. If anything is left open, the system will sound an alarm. To switch to security mode, you need to press the “I” button. Then a closed lock symbol will appear on the screen. This means that the car is armed.

The user manual discusses several methods of arming. For example, if you hold the button until a short beep from the key fob sounds, the car will blink 1 time and the desired mode will start without the car signal.

In addition, the instructions discuss the rules for automatic starting, turning on the backlight and many other nuances that are easier for the motorist to remember during operation. Additionally, the user manual describes cases of enabling the alarm mode and automatically disabling the security.

Operating instructions for car alarm Scher-Khan MOBICAR 2.

Setting up LOGICAR

The latest model is also easy to operate. To configure autorun, all you need to do is:

1. Turn on the timer on the key fob by simultaneously pressing II and IV.
2. Set the required time by entering the programming mode by long pressing I + IV.
3. To activate the timed engine start, press IV 10 times in a row.
4. You can set the time to turn on the motor once a day (I), at 8 hours (II), 4 hours (III) and with an interval of 2 hours (IV).
5. After setting the parameters, turn on the timer by holding II and IV briefly.

The instructions for the car alarm describe in detail how to set the temperature start, as well as the engine warm-up settings. However, they are not very different from the models described above.

To make it easier to understand the features of Sherkhan alarms, watch the video on the topic:

To autostart Sherkhan 5 from the key fob, you must press and hold for at least 2 seconds button II, as shown in the figure.

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In this case, the car will forcibly go into security mode when the engine is running. The doors will automatically go into closing mode, after which the system will set to engine start mode. If the engine starting process is successful, then the key fob will display information about the time remaining until the engine stops running in minutes and seconds, and smoke from the exhaust pipe. This time can be programmed in modes of 15, 5, 25 minutes or 45. To make a trip without stopping the engine within the programmed autostart duration, you need to open the driver's door, then install the key in the ignition switch, turn it to the “Ignition On” position. The period of time between opening the door and turning on the ignition mode is limited to 20 seconds. This event is intended to increase the vehicle's protection against theft during the warm-up period. If within 20 sec. The ignition will not be turned on and the engine will turn off.

User guide

Content

1 INTRODUCTION 2 SYSTEM CONTENTS 3 GETTING STARTED WITH THE SYSTEM

• Preparing the key fob for use
• The main purpose of the key fob buttons

4 DISPLAY SYMBOLS

• Indicators of security and alarm modes
• Indicators of autorun operating modes
• Other operating mode indicators

5 ARMING MODE

• Activating security mode without vehicle beeps
• Disabling the shock sensor for the current security period
• “Polite backlight” when the security mode is turned on
• Long-term switching off of vehicle sounds

6 ALARM MODE

• Missed alarm reminder function

7 DISARMING THE ARM MODE

• Alarm indication
• Disabling the security mode without vehicle beeps
• Emergency disarming of the security mode
• Automatic return to security mode

8 “AUTO SERVICE” MODE

• Enabling the “Car Service” mode using the button on the antenna module
• Turning on and off the “Car service” mode using the key fob

9 ENGAGING THE PANIC MODE 10 SEARCHING FOR A VEHICLE IN THE PARKING LOT 11 CALLING THE VEHICLE OWNER 12 TURNING ON THE DISPLAY BACKLIGHT 13 INTERVIEWING THE VEHICLE STATUS 14 LOCKING THE KEY FOB BUTTONS 15 CONTROLLING ADDITIONAL CHANNELS 1 6 REMOTE TRUNK UNLOCKING 17 PREPARATION FOR STARTING A CAR WITH A MANUAL TRANSMISSION 18 AUTO START

• Remote engine start
• Setting up automatic engine start
• Getting started in automatic start mode
• Programming the tachometer signal

Reprogramming autostart mode based on interior temperature

To correctly activate autostart based on the interior temperature characteristics, it is necessary to activate timed start modes (1-13) before enabling the programming option. Next, you need to switch to programming mode by long pressing the corresponding key fob buttons I + II. Then the following operations are performed:

1. Turn off the “timer” mode (if it is activated), as described in the previous paragraph.
2. Methodically press the IV button 21 times, after which the siren will sound.
3. Wait for the siren to sound 21 times in a row.
4. Set the required autostart temperature mode: button IV – plus 60 degrees Celsius, III – minus 25, II – minus 15.
5. Activate the "timer" mode.

Customer Reviews

Scher-Khan Logicar 2 (Sherkhan Logicar 2) is a car alarm system in the budget segment from the Russian market. Despite the fact that the model was discontinued from mass production in 2008, it is in demand among car enthusiasts on the market.

Keychain Scher-Khan Logicar 2

In addition, representatives still provide free consultations on installation, maintenance, and alarm prevention.

Scher-Khan Magicar II is also a budget model, but with a shorter range, only 800 meters.

Both modifications are installed on cars, minivans, and SUVs.

Classic connection type: relay, twisted pair, limit switches. Control method: key fob, remotely.

Why it doesn't work and what to do

If all setup steps were completed according to the instructions, autostart on Sherkhan Magikar 5 always works clearly according to the established scheme. If a failure occurs, and after setting up automatic startup, the system does not perform the necessary actions, you need to look for the reason. To do this, you don’t have to contact a service center; you can do it yourself:

1. If the motorist has made a reservation, but the system does not activate, the contacts of the safety device should be checked. The reason for the breakdown of the Sherkhan alarm system may be their oxidation. The safety device is located in the main module power supply circuit.
2. Incorrect operation of the standard blocker. In the control relay, you need to check the contact elements for sticking.
3. Continuous activity of the diode element. Such a breakdown may occur due to the activated Valet service mode. To resume operation of the Sherkhan signaling, it is necessary to disable the service mode.
4. Autorun functions are not configured correctly. To solve this problem, you can use a reset of all user settings to factory settings.

In addition, errors in the operation of the device may occur for the following reasons:

1. Often the problem is that when autostarting, the engine stops working after only 1-2 minutes. In this case, you can start everything using the key in standard mode. The cause of such failures is most often a breakdown of the five-pin relay. You can find this part in the microprocessor module.
2. The battery is in a discharged state. If this problem is resolved, the launch will be activated.
3. Low temperature. In some cases, auto start is blocked due to critical frost outside the vehicle window.
4. Malfunction of some machine parts that are responsible for activating the motor.

To reconfigure the start of the Sherkhan Magikar 5 alarm, the manufacturer suggests resetting all settings to factory settings. The system has 2 menus (1 and 2):

• Includes options such as door open warning, panic mode and other security alarm functions.
• Adjustment of auto start time, duration of warming up of the car.

If you need to get rid of user-set autorun settings, you need to reset menu number 2 functions to factory settings. Do this in the following order:

1. You should enter programming mode. For this purpose, press buttons 4 and 1 for 2 seconds. After this action, the sound of a siren should be heard, and the alarm system will give 1 light signal. If this happens, then the user did everything correctly and step 1 is completed.
2. Key 3 is briefly pressed 3 times. After each press there is a siren sound and a light signal.

After completing these steps, all user settings will be deleted, and the Sherhan Magicar 5 autostart options will be returned to factory settings.

Sometimes a car owner is unable to configure the auto-start of the Sherkhan Magikar 5 alarm. This may occur due to insufficient knowledge. It happens that it is not possible to troubleshoot problems in the Scher Khan alarm system that is already turned on. In both cases, it is better to contact a service center for help. A team of professionals will be able to identify and fix the breakdown as quickly and efficiently as possible.

Characteristics of Scher-Khan Logicar 2 and Scher-Khan Magicar 2

Ensuring comfortable use

Car alarm Mobikar 2 is simple and easy to use, designed for comfortable use by the car owner, thanks to the presence of such functions as:

• automatic arming and disabling of the car alarm system, which is implemented when the car owner moves away and approaches, respectively, especially convenient to use at a time when it is not possible to get a smartphone or key fob out of your pocket;
• emergency indication during emergency braking, which will reduce the risk of an accident. When a vehicle brakes sharply, the alarm switches to emergency mode, which attracts the attention of the driver behind, and he more quickly takes certain actions aimed at preventing an accident;
• automatic engine start in the required mode, that is, at a certain time, at certain ambient temperatures or inside the cabin.

Among other things, the manufacturers of this alarm system promise to provide information support on technical issues throughout Russia and neighboring countries and provide a warranty for 5 years from the date of purchase.

Advantages and disadvantages of Scher-Khan Logicar 2 and Scher-Khan Magicar 2

Main features of models of different lines

All alarms in the model range have a two-way communication and notification function, the operation of which is possible thanks to a communicator with a liquid crystal display.

Mobicar

Mobicar has one feature - the manufacturer has implemented an encoding system with personal confirmation of each command. This ensures reliable protection when transmitting data over two-way communication channels. In this model, the shock sensor is built into the microprocessor module.

Main capabilities and features of the system:

1. Option to enable the autostart function on vehicles with diesel and gasoline engines, as well as with a Start/Stop ignition system.
2. Two-step opening of door locks.
3. Locking the power unit with the ability to preserve it when the battery is deactivated.
4. Availability of non-volatile memory. If the control unit is physically disconnected from the network, the information about the alarm will be saved upon further connection.
5. Using a personal PIN code to control the security function. Using a password is necessary to set up the service mode.
6. Illuminated key fob with liquid crystal display.

Remote control for alarm Sherkhan Mobicar 1

Universe

This model is a full-fledged anti-theft system, as it has telematic functions. In addition to the control unit, the delivery package includes additional electronic modules that enable the implementation of these options.

List of main features:

1. The ability to maintain statistics on the operation of the anti-theft system according to parameters that interest the user.
2. The presence of a turbocharged mode. This feature allows you to reduce wear on structural elements of a diesel engine. The essence of the function is that after the ignition is turned off, the unit operates at idle for a certain time, programmable by the user.
3. The ability to control a security complex using radio tags, as well as mobile devices of car owners. In addition, you can configure the operating parameters of the alarm using the manufacturer’s official website. To do this, you first need to register in your Personal Account.
4. Availability of a function for indicating the alarm status in the mobile application and on the website.
5. Possibility of listening to the car interior thanks to the use of a microphone in the control unit.
6. A warning to the car owner about the lack of GSM communication, as well as its poor quality.
7. Availability of the option to determine the coordinates of the vehicle. For this purpose, GPS and GLONASS units are built into the microprocessor module. All information regarding the movement of the vehicle is stored in the Personal Account on the official website.
8. Ability to control the fuel level in the tank. For this, a standard controller is used.
9. The presence of an electronic system for protecting the anti-theft complex from overload.
10. Possibility of connecting car alarms to the digital interface of the vehicle. The car owner will also be able to update the control unit software using the Internet.

Complete set of Sherkhan Universe 2 telematics system

Magicar

Main features of the Magicar system:

1. The range of the 5-button key fob with LCD display is up to 2 km. However, this indicator also depends on external factors, including weather conditions and the charge level of the power supply in the communicator.
2. The Magikar alarm siren complies with the international standard IP-65.
3. The presence of a key lock on the remote control with a display. This function can be turned on automatically or by user command.
4. Possibility of driving a second car. This feature means that the car owner can use one key fob on two vehicles. The main thing is that the second one has a similar model of the anti-theft system installed.
5. Using the security function in automatic mode or when the power unit is running.
6. Availability of a priority opening system for the driver's door.
7. Using the “Hands Free” option. Its essence lies in the fact that the security mode is activated after a certain time after the door locks are locked. This will raise the windows and close the hatch, provided that these devices are electric.
8. The ability to connect standard devices and vehicle equipment to the security system through the use of additional communication channels.
9. The presence of a function for automatically controlling door locks when the ignition is turned on and off.

Scope of supply for the Sherkhan Magicar 9 model

Logicar

The actual range of the Sherkhan Logikar switch when transmitting commands to the control unit is 500 meters. In alert mode, the range increases to 1.5 km. Alarms from the Logicar line meet the requirements of the GOST R certification system.

Main features, in addition to engine autostart:

1. Using special Magic Code Pro 3 technology to protect signals from interception.
2. Visual and audio confirmation of executed commands. The remote control also has a vibration alert function.
3. Synchronization of readings from all communicators linked to the system control unit.
4. Availability of energy saving mode. This allows you to increase the battery drain time in the main remote control.
5. Possibility of connecting the anti-theft system to the standard central locking system. This function is called "Slave".
6. Availability of a power output for controlling light alarms.
7. Ability to configure the type of external car engine blocking relay.

Scope of delivery Sherkhan Logicar 5i

Car alarm. Connection diagram

Possible malfunctions and ways to eliminate them

Conclusion

The Scher-Khan Magicar 2 car alarm belongs to the budget category, like the Scher-Khan Universe 2. Despite the fact that the Magicar 2 has been discontinued from mass production, the alarm is in demand in car dealerships.

Whether to purchase or not is an individual decision. You need to take into account the class of the car, actual mileage, and operating conditions. It is not advisable to buy a premium version for a budget one and vice versa.

The presented models have a good price-quality ratio, long service life, official support from the manufacturer. In the case of self-installation without experience, incorrect operation and false positives are observed.

Anti-theft with bluetooth - why is it needed?

Alarms have long ceased to be purely security systems; now they are something more. Just like modern mobile phones are no longer just for calls. The latest know-how is a bluetooth module screwed to the signal. We found out what it gives.

Let's first decide: what do we generally expect from an additional anti-theft system when installing it on a car? That's right - we flatter ourselves with the hope that now it will become almost impossible for hooligans to open the car, which means that the things are intact, and an uninvited guest will not get behind the wheel.

No one keeps statistics on how often cars with additional security are stolen. Such incidents can be indirectly judged by car owner forums and their posts on social networks. The manufacturers themselves, of course, say that in almost 100% of cases they leave the owners of the car without signaling. Or with them, but due to the negligence of the car owners themselves: the attackers gained access to the key, the door was not closed, etc.

What should keep car thieves from being tempted? The main thing that modern security systems have is AES 128 encryption, such as, for example, Scher-Khan Mobicar. Advanced Encryption Standard is a symmetric block encryption algorithm adopted by the US government as a standard. Its 128-bit version is used in the financial sector, in the defense industry, and in the IT industry: even with modern equipment, choosing the correct password from all the options is not an easy task. That is why, most often, thefts in such cases are possible only after the attacker takes possession of the victim’s key or adds an additional key fob to the alarm system.

Meanwhile, alarms have long gone from being purely security systems, becoming something more. Just like modern mobile phones no longer just make calls. For example, auto start will help in frosty and cold weather, the GPS module tracks the location of the car, the tilt sensor will allow you to realize in time when your car is picked up by a tow truck (or maybe it’s not a tow truck at all?), and the emergency braking warning system (still was only on premium cars) will signal the danger of those driving behind, etc. These and other functions (there are up to seventy of them in modern alarms!) are accessible and customizable from a smartphone or key fob. But mobile phones, due to all sorts of interference and the peculiarities of network coverage, do not always “see” the car, and key fobs are too bulky to be carried around with them all the time.

In the first generation of the Scher-Khan Mobicar, the key fob had an external antenna, which, unlike the internal one, provided more

longer range on the less busy frequency of 868 MHz - up to 1000 m. In city conditions it’s not bad. But when automakers propose to get rid of keys altogether through a keyless entry and engine start system (which, as we have seen, is not always safe), the extra pendant on the key ring seems like a rudiment.

An elegant solution was found. What if the car owner’s smartphone serves as a key fob tag? This opportunity appeared in the more advanced Mobicar 2. How does it work? The security system now has a bluetooth module (version 4.1 with low power consumption and the same AES 128 encryption). The range is, of course, lower (up to 100 m due to Bluetooth Smart), but the cost is also lower, unlike GSM solutions. Control and settings here are also from a smartphone (like top models), but since data transfer occurs directly through the “blue tooth” and not through a server, contact is almost lightning fast.

One of the nice bonuses: when you activate the “immobilizer” function in the settings, it will be impossible to start the car if there is no smartphone nearby. Even if there is an ordinary keychain nearby. Another plus is automatic disarming and arming when the owner approaches or moves away. Convenient if your hands are full of bags and packages and it’s difficult to use a key fob or smartphone.

However, it was not without problems that the developer struggles with on a regular basis. For example, at first, to run a proprietary application on Android, you needed an operating system of at least version 6.0 - the signaling system simply refused to interface with older mobile phones (and there are many such devices in circulation). And bluetooth as a communication channel has a short range in urban environments. Let's say, during our test of the Scher-Khan Universe 3 with a GSM module, I left the editorial office by subway, started the engine of a car parked in an interception parking lot from a subway car, and at the exit had a heated interior. This trick won't work here.

On the other hand, abroad, smart functions had to be abandoned when using GSM - roaming is not cheap! And here, even over a short distance, you can send a signal to the car. However, the most important functionality - the same auto start in winter - can be implemented the old fashioned way, using a key fob.

Finally, about the price issue. The very presence of a Bluetooth module (and these are additional functions of an immobilizer, active tag/hands-free and protection against theft of a car key) is additionally priced at 1,500 rubles. Is it worth it? In my opinion, quite. For comparison: if Mobicar 2, including installation, costs 23 thousand rubles, then the “big brother” Universe 3 costs 45 thousand.

PS: Write in the comments whether your car has an additional security system installed and which of its functions (besides purely security ones, of course) you use, and which ones you consider pampering and excess.

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