Remote Starter / Alarm systems.

[H3.007]

Hi Marin,

Yeah, they did show me blank spots on the computer screen regarding the alarm bypass, but only after the fact as technically, the alarm still works.

I'll post the results of my inquest when I get them

[kodiakz]

As I have posted several times, the H3 is NOT an easy vehicle to do security/remote start on. It requires a combination of a bypass/integration module and wiring to bypass the passlock system. It can and should work correctly. If your installer can't get the assistance required from DEI, have them call Code alarm tech as they often help us when DEI cannot.

[H3.007]

Thanks Kodiakz - will do!

[aetherH3]

i called DEI about a month ago and asked them about the Valet 561R and they said that there were ZERO problems installing it on an H3. I know you have a Viper, but I thought i'd let you know that, FWIW. Tell us what the outcome is.

[H3.007]

Ok - update.

C.C. is telling me that there is no arm/disarm wire on the H3s. Thus, the only way to operate the alarm is with the factory remote.

And as some of you suggested, DEI was worthless in there technical assistance on the matter.

For those of you that have the systems installed, do you know how your installers worked out the arm.disarm issue.

The system I had installed was the 1400 XP.

[marin8703]

I actually posted this same question a little while back on this same theread, #25, but no one responded so I assumed no one knew.

I can tell you this. When the factory alarm is armed, and I use the viper remore to unlock, it does not disarm the factory alarm. However, when the factory alarm is armed, and I remote start the vehicle, the factory alarm automatically disables.

I think the remote starter disables it by the bypass that is supposed to be installed, but is not installed on mine. I have about 10 relays that do the job. Just by starting the vehicle without pissing of the passlock or whatever it is, the factory alarm disarms itself.

I think the H3 such as many other cars should have at least a factory alarm disarm, however it may not have an arm input.

[marin8703]

oh and also you might wana check out http://forum.ecoustics.com/bbs/messages/4/47.html , and post you questions there. its an alarm forum or something like that. theres some installers on there that may have installed your particular alarm and may be able to help. I got some good help from there a while back.

[H3.007]

Thanks - I'll check that out. Mine does have the bypass module so I don't think it works to disarm the factory alarm. I'll see what the techs on the link have to say!

[kodiakz]

The DEI 457g should disarm as well as unlock if memory serves correct. I can ask my installers tomorrow. Check out bypasskits.com as I believe they are making the bypasses for alomst everyone (including dei) at this point and they seem pretty sharp.

[H3.007]

Hi Kodiakz,

Thanks for the info. You know, I wonder if they did use the wrong bypass. I'll have to check the boxes out tonight at home.

I did go ahead and post at Ecoustics as well. Hopefully, someone will be able to provide the correct answer as C.C. and DEI sure couldn't. I am really dissappointed in DEI's customer service over this.

Thanks again!

[mountainbiker]

Originally Posted by H3.007

I am really dissappointed in DEI's customer service over this.

Did you speak with DEI, did they email you something, or zero response?

[H3.007]

Hi MtBike,

Yeah - they called and said they'd fwd. my email to a tech. They then called and stated the tech had no idea what was wrong and contact C.C.

I'll stick with the system , now that it is in, as long as the issues can be worked out.

But will I buy another one - doubtful.

[marin8703]

Originally Posted by H3.007

Hi MtBike,

Yeah - they called and said they'd fwd. my email to a tech. They then called and stated the tech had no idea what was wrong and contact C.C.

I'll stick with the system , now that it is in, as long as the issues can be worked out.

But will I buy another one - doubtful.

The problem is not the system it is the installer. A better idea would be stop going to that installer in the future.

anyway, has there been any update from CC? Are they still not taking responsibility?

[H3.007]

Hey guys - they put the 457GW bypass module in.

I agree about the installers, but I am not going to pay another installer to do the job when C.C. should be responsible for making it right.

Any word from your techies Kodiakz?

[mountainbiker]

h3.007 - try this site http://www.the12volt.com/. it seems to get more discussions than ecustics. (i see no one has provided any inputs to your question there.)

[H3.007]

Hi Mt.Biker,

I signed up for an account to post but I have yet to receive the confirmation email. When I do, I'll post the issue there.

It does appear that there is some discussion regarding this problem and it doesn't look like one should use the factory fob at all.

Arghhhhh....

[H3.007]

Just a quick note - I have discovered that the annoying padlock/vehicle light icon on the dash can be disabled without turning the H3 off by twisting the key forward to the iginition start position and letting it return to the on position.

Still consulting the experts on the other issues....