Model range of StarLine alarms and setup instructions

How to identify a model by markings?

You can determine the brand and model of the alarm system by the markings, which are located on the back cover of the control key fob. To do this, you need to turn the device over and find a sticker with a barcode on it. Below it is a line that begins with the identification number of the security system instance, consisting of 8 characters (for example, ID: NJQ578LO). Then, after a space, the signaling model is written, usually consisting of 1 letter and 1-2 numbers. In the same way, you can determine the type of security system using a spare key fob.

Location of information about the Starline alarm model

The sticker with the marking is not always preserved unchanged: if the remote control is not used carefully, it may be erased or lost completely. In such a situation, there is another way to find out the Starline alarm model from the key fob: you can disassemble the device. Often the name of the security system is duplicated on the inside of the remote control housing. It also makes sense to check for information about the series of the key fob under the cover covering the battery.

How to find out which model is Starline

According to statistics, only 20% of cars are purchased at car dealerships, the rest are purchased second-hand.

In view of this, there are very common cases when the new owner remains in the dark about which starline alarm model he got.

To avoid getting into trouble, it is necessary to identify the model using the key fob in advance, since if this is not done, there is a high risk of simply remaining locked in the cabin of your own car.

Situations are widespread when the Starline alarm key fob is the only one of its kind and has no analogues, and the risk of its breakage or loss is extremely high. Therefore, it is better to take care in advance and find out the starline alarm model, and in case of an emergency, purchase a new one.

Determination based on the accompanying documentation for the car

There is a high probability that the car you purchased (used) was serviced at the same service center where it was originally purchased.

Therefore, there is a reason to look at the accompanying documentation for the car and find a service center that installed and serviced the starline alarm system.

All necessary information regarding the nuances relating to your car should be stored in this service center (including regarding the alarm model). The specialists of this service center must be competent in identifying the starline model.

In addition, you can look for happiness by contacting official representatives of the manufacturer of your car brand.

In most cases, an anti-theft device of the same model is installed on vehicles of the same brand.

But this option is not always effective, since often the service center meets the buyer halfway and installs an alarm according to his preference.

Be that as it may, the best way to determine the starline alarm model using the key fob is to contact any company specializing in the installation and maintenance of starline alarms. In this case, you will absolutely and accurately receive reliable information regarding the model of your starline key fob.

Employees of such companies, as a rule, have a complete and updated data bank of all modifications of starline key fobs currently used.

Characteristic features of Starline lines

Characteristic differences between Starline alarm units without or with feedback:

• unique shape of the keychain;
• body color;
• screen orientation type;
• number and location of control buttons;
• icons on the remote control display and their purpose;
• antenna type (external or built-in).

Model range A

Key fobs of the Starline A-model anti-theft system (Twage A4, A6, A8, A9) can be described as follows:

1. These remote controls are characterized by the presence of an external antenna located on the left side of the device. It is 2 centimeters long and is protected by a black plastic cap that is removable.
2. StarLine A4 stands out from the rest due to the large image of the car with the inscription “BRAKE” on the windshield.
3. A9 and A8 differ from A6 in the greenish tint of the lower icons on the display and a different set of icons on the left side of the screen.

Similar models have been discontinued and are found on vehicles manufactured in 2000 or earlier.

The type of anti-theft system key fobs of the Twage A4, A6, A8, A9 model range are shown in the photo:

Features of the A61 and A91 models (no longer produced):

• they are similar to B-model devices, but, unlike them, are completely Russified;
• the antenna, as in the Twage generation, is external, but is already completely fused with the key fob body;
• the A61 series has icons at the bottom of the display that differ from the A91 and are made in a more minimalist style.

The photo shows key fobs of models A61 and A91:

Features of the A64, A94 model line:

• the devices have the shape of a parallelepiped and are made in blue-black color with a screen frame that follows the contours of the body;
• control buttons have the same gray color;
• The A94 model has green icons on the display, while the A64 has blue icons.

The appearance of the key fobs of the A64 and A94 models is shown in the photo:

Models A63, A93 can be identified as follows:

• the key fobs of this alarm have the shape of a parallelogram with streamlined edges and are made in black and white colors;
• there are 4 buttons on the top of the case, one of which is larger than the others and painted red;
• older types A63 and A93 have a horizontal screen orientation, while those released later have a vertical screen orientation;
• Visually, the A-models 93 and 63 are no different, but they can be compared by the presence of an autostart function: the latter does not have it.

Appearance of old and new models of key fobs A63/93

Model range B

The Starline security complex B-models - B6 and B9 have the following features:

• key fobs are similar to devices of the A61/91 model: the external antenna is combined with the remote control in a monolithic case in the same way;
• however, there are differences between the A and B series in the lower icons - in the latter, the inscriptions on the pictograms are two-line, and the hood and headlights of the car depicted are black;
• The B6 and B9 signaling panels can be distinguished by the presence of a thermometer icon on the ninth model.

The photo shows key fobs of models B6 and B9:

You can identify key fobs of models B62, B92 by the following criteria:

• The type of body of these key fobs is distinguished by its rounded shape and orange buttons;
• The B62, compared to the B92, does not have icons for engine auto-start based on a timer and temperature in the engine compartment;
• The latest generation of the B series retained a similar body, but the display changed from LCD to OLED.

Appearance of the key fob for models B62/B92

You can determine the key fob of models B64, B94 as follows:

• the devices have exactly the same body as the B62/92;
• The display has a wider range of functions, for example, it has a shock/tilt sensor and supports PIN code authorization.

At the moment, these models are discontinued and are found on cars of an earlier year of production.

Keychain models B92/94

Model range C

Features of Starline car alarm key fobs C-model (C4, C6, C9):

• have a blue plastic body with a thin and unreliable carbine eye (on the right side), which often breaks;
• They are identical in appearance, but differ in the location of the icons on the display.

Control units of the Starline C-model security complex:

Model range D

Starline D-model security system remotes (D64, D94) are manufactured specifically for “J” class cars (crossover, SUV), so the key fob display shows a car of this particular type.

• the control unit housing has a strict rectangular shape with a thin black frame around the display and is available in two colors: red and blue;
• the 94 series is produced with auto-start of the internal combustion engine (internal combustion engine), unlike the 64;
• The D94 has a different set of icons at the bottom of the screen, for example, there is no silent mode icon, instead there is a symbol in the form of a thermometer.

How to choose a Starline alarm: review-comparison of modern Starline alarm models

Any car owner thinks about the safety of his car. One effective way to protect yourself is to install a car alarm.

There are quite a lot of alarm manufacturers, there are even more models of security systems, and it can sometimes be extremely difficult for the average person to understand them. In this article we will talk about products manufactured under the Starline brand, the leader in the car alarm market in Russia.

NPO StarLine is a Russian manufacturer that, since 1988, has been developing and producing security and telemetry systems that are distinguished by wide functionality and ease of use, and also have one of the best combinations of price and quality.

It should be noted that Autostudio is a technical partner of StarLine.

We made this choice consciously, since these devices fully provide a high level of protection for any car, be it inexpensive models or premium cars, they are easy to install and have a minimum of complaints during use, which is confirmed by many positive reviews and demand for device data from car owners.

How to understand the letters and numbers of Starline alarms?

The StarLine alarm model range includes both budget entry-level devices and devices that incorporate innovative developments in the field of car protection, manufactured using the best components and materials, are easy to use and have the ability to satisfy even the most demanding users.

They are distinguished by alphanumeric designations after the name of the manufacturer.

1. The actual brand

2. The first letter after the brand means the series of the security complex. StarLine previously used the A/AS, B, E series for passenger cars. Currently, the M, S and X series are also used.

The initial series is designated "E" and "S". Unlike previous generation models, even this one, although low in cost, supports connection via CAN/LIN digital interfaces, has the ability to configure keyless entry and identification via Bluetooth, flexible settings and scenarios (usually optional).

Alarm systems “A” and “B” series are widely used. While remaining affordable, they are assembled using more modern components, have more reliable protection against hacking and a telematics and monitoring system, support for connecting and managing third-party devices, and much more.

More advanced models of the “M” series have an advanced monitoring and control interface, emergency power supply, audio control, additional owner identification tags, comprehensive manufacturer support and the ability to easily update the software.

The “X” series has top characteristics, incorporating the latest developments in the field of protecting a car from theft and manufactured only with the latest electronic components.

Independent immobilizers are designated by the letter “i”.

The special “V” series is suitable for motorcycles, and the “T” series is suitable for trucks.

3. After the letter designation comes the digital designation. The first digit means the presence of built-in support for remote engine start (number 9), or its absence (number 6).

4. The second digit in the number is the generation of the device (security systems of the 5th and 6th generations are currently being produced).

5. The BT symbols after the numbers mean that a particular model is equipped with Bluetooth communication modules

6. The symbols 2CAN+2LIN means the presence of a built-in CAN adapter and the ability to implement keyless engine starting

7 and 8. The GSM and GPS symbols mean, respectively, the presence of GSM and/or GPS antennas

Review of new products released in 2020

Last year, the StarLine company presented a number of new products of a new generation of security and telemetry systems, characterized by an increased degree of protection and expanded functionality.

Both cheaper models and flagship devices received the update. Let's take a brief look at the new products, their features and differences.

StarLine E95 BT 2CAN+2LIN

This alarm system is 5th generation, entry level. It is one of the best among similar devices on the market. At a cost of just over 15 thousand rubles, the system has all the necessary and most importantly modern functionality:

• integration and control using a digital 2CAN+2LIN interface;
• intelligent remote engine start with support for keyless bypass of the standard StarLine iKey immobilizer;
• reliable signal protection using an anti-interference transceiver and non-scannable dialog code;
• identification using Bluetooth Smart technology or by entering an activation code using standard buttons in the car;
• the ability to connect external GSM/GPS-GLONASS modules for telemetry and monitoring;
• control from a convenient key fob at a distance of up to 2 km;
• low power consumption in security mode (up to 130 days);
• hidden engine blocking.

Installation of this alarm system is possible on almost any car.

Starline E96 BT

Another new product among inexpensive alarm systems from StarLine. Its cost in the ECO package is less than 10 thousand rubles. There are also PRO and LUX versions, distinguished by the presence of a Bluetooth tag and a sub-cap module StarLine R6 / R6 ECO.

A distinctive feature of this 6th generation model from the previous 5th is the ability to arm and disarm the car using a standard key fob using SUPER SLAVE technology, as well as more flexible settings and operating scenarios for this device.

This model is also presented in a simplified version - without a remote engine start system and identification using Bluetooth technology (Starline E66 BT).

StarLine A95

Serie A has undergone a number of changes in 2020. The company modified the 5th generation devices by integrating new software into them, improving the signal protection and transmission system, protecting it from radio interference and interception, while simultaneously increasing the reception range (by about 25 percent).

The security complex is equipped with shock and tilt sensors, has a low level of energy consumption, and with the help of GSM and GPS modules (optional), owners have the opportunity to remotely monitor the vehicle’s security status and control it using a phone.

There is also an alarm control function with a standard SUPER SLAVE key fob, smart bypass of the StarLine iKey immobilizer, the ability to program various parameters and settings for driving the car (lighting, folding mirrors, turning on the DVR and much more).

StarLine A96 2CAN+2LIN

This model can be called the manufacturer’s first “smart” alarm system. It has redesigned the system of protection against interference and signal reading by code grabbers thanks to the introduction of a special interactive control code with individual encryption keys.

Optionally, owners of these security devices have the opportunity to authorize using Bluetooth Smart technology, remote control of the car using plug-in GPS/GLONASS+GSM modules.

The developers have implemented in the A96 the function of 3D monitoring of the vehicle's condition, which clearly records any external impact on the car body (impacts, tilts during jacking or evacuation, as well as collecting statistics on the driving style of the car).

StarLine AS96 BT 2CAN+2LIN GSM

This new product for 2020 already initially provides the possibility of smart authorization using a mobile phone or Bluetooth tag. It became possible to control the system anywhere thanks to the built-in GSM module. Moreover, switching between available communication channels occurs automatically.

Intelligent auto-start and SUPER SLAVE technology, EC-1 touch sensor, which allows you to unlock a door or trunk with one movement, smart auto diagnostics, control of additional equipment via digital channels and the ability to operate reliably in a wide temperature range with minimal energy consumption in security mode - all this is displayed by telemetric security complex AS96 is a market leader in its price segment.

Starline X96

Leader in the line of security and telematic systems of the StarLine company.

The emphasis in this model is on comfort and ease of handling, customization options for the specific needs of the owner, but safety and reliability here are at the proper level!

The device is manufactured using the most modern chips and processors.

The software was redesigned especially for this model, allowing full control of the car using an application on a mobile device, the possibility of free diagnostics and monitoring of the location and condition of the car using the proprietary starline.online service.

For additional protection, the alarm system is equipped with an under-hood protection module. To expand the functionality of the device, support for additional modules has been implemented.

Reliable communication is ensured by the presence of 2 slots for SIM cards from different operators.

Also, the X96 contains all the possible functionality presented in the manufacturer’s younger models.

StarLine M66

Among the devices produced by StarLine, I would like to highlight the M66 tracker, designed for “smart” monitoring of the operation and protection of commercial vehicles. Moreover, this monitoring is completely free.

The tracker is available in M ​​and S versions, which differ in the presence (M) or absence (S) of personal authorization tags that give the right to travel.

A bonus of using the tracker will be the possibility of providing discounts on CASCO insurance in a number of insurance companies.

Model identification by built-in functions

You can determine from the key fob which Starline brand alarm system is installed by the functions displayed on the device display in the form of icons. For example, the option to autostart the internal combustion engine is present only in models with the number “9”, and alarms A6/A9 and A91 do not have the ability to work with the CAN module.

A car owner who knows all the functions of the control panel can easily determine the model of the Starline security system using the table:

An overview of the Starline alarm key fob and control of its buttons is presented by the “REALAUT0” channel.

Technical characteristics and equipment

Several types of Starline alarms are available. They differ in technical characteristics, installation complexity, features and price. However, the most common model of this system is the A91, used in many cars. But the technical characteristics are often similar, so you can analyze other options based on this.

Characteristics of StarLine A91:

• operating frequency range 433.05-434-39 MHz;
• radius in transmitter mode – 800 m;
• in pager mode – 2000 m;
• operating temperature from -40 to 80°C;
• operating radius without feedback -15 m;
• operating voltage – 9-18 V;
• consumption 15 mA;
• number of control channels 128.

This allows you to determine the operating characteristics of Starline. The alarm system is very reliable and allows you not to worry about the operation of security systems. However, it is worth providing good nutrition, on which the successful operation of StarLine depends.

Standard alarm equipment includes:

• operating and installation instructions;
• keychain with battery;
• CPU;
• transceiver module;
• shock sensor;
• Keychain case;
• hood button;
• service button;
• temperature sensor;
• led indicator;
• cables for connecting the system.

Important! The kit includes two key fobs (depending on the model): one with a liquid crystal display and one without it.

Contents may vary based on ordering, assembly, additional requirements and alarm model. It is worth checking the availability of the items of interest in the kit.

Using Internet services

You can determine the Starline car alarm model using the key fob using the following Internet services:

1. The official Starline website contains an online catalog of both existing alarm models and discontinued samples. Each security system presented on the resource has an image of a control key fob. The user has the opportunity to visually compare his remote control with the pictures posted on the website and identify the model range and device number.
2. In addition to official sources, you can use the resource “Theft. No ". It also contains images of key fobs of various alarm brands, including Starline. In addition, the specialists of this site have created a community where the car owner has the opportunity to post a photo of the remote control and receive comments from other users who may know the answer.
3. There is another option for identifying the device - using the Google image search engine. You should take a photo of the keychain, preferably in good quality, and upload the image to the search. Google will find all similar images, under which the car owner can look at the name of the model and determine which series it belongs to.

Searching for a photo of a key fob on Google is done step by step like this:

Cryptoprotection of StarLine signaling

What does this give the user? The AES encryption algorithm is irreversible, meaning there are no known vulnerabilities that could allow the contents of an encrypted packet to be read without knowing the key. Therefore, with regard to such ciphers, only the method of exhaustive search of combinations is workable, of which in a given cipher there can be 3.4 * 1038 degrees - even with the use of a powerful distributed computer network for searching in an acceptable time, there are no suitable technical solutions in modern times. Therefore, AES128 encryption has become the de facto standard, and in areas where the loss of packet secrecy can cost much more than your car - in banking, when storing data by national security services, and so on. It is in principle impossible for a hijacker to open the StarLine alarm protocol using a code grabber.

However, the reliability of crypto code protection, supplemented by a dialogue protocol (after receiving a command from the remote control, the alarm requests confirmation in the form of a task encoded with a unique key, which the remote control must correctly resolve) in practice also has certain disadvantages that should be taken into account:

the response time to commands increases, since in order to maintain a balance between the energy consumption of the alarm and the computing power of the processor, developers have to make sacrifices, as a result, encryption and decryption of parcels can take noticeable time;

the probability of not accepting a valid code message increases in conditions of strong radio interference (for example, in a supermarket parking lot, when the 433 MHz channel is overloaded with a large number of alarms) - a code message received with interference is ignored by the alarm system;

The StarLine radio key fob automatically tries to establish communication with the main alarm unit at regular intervals in order to maintain up-to-date information about its status - therefore, even with rare use, the battery life is short (on average a month and a half).

With the transition to a modern modular platform, there is a danger of confusion for the average buyer. For example, the same alarm model can be sold both in an “empty” configuration and with additional modules - as a result, installers often have to deal with a situation where a client deals with a kit without a CAN module, having a car that uses an analog connections are unnecessarily labor-intensive or irrational, especially in the case of autostart (the analog input, which controls engine operation, is very capricious and cannot be used adequately on a number of cars, for example, modern Citroens).

Therefore, we can give the following recommendation for StarLine alarms: these systems require professional installation, and the choice of equipment should be entrusted to the installer, and not rely on the advice of consultants in stores.

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".

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.

Disabling the alarm

Now that the alarm is installed and working, you need to figure out how to turn it off if it goes off. To do this, you will have to completely understand the key fob - modern alarm models come with key fobs that have their own screen, since they are extremely multifunctional. Therefore, make sure that you understand the purpose of all the buttons, know how to turn the alarm on and off, and program your own code that you will need to enter when trying to turn off the alarm. In general, so that you don’t have any surprises about this during use.

Replacing an alarm key fob is a very common practice. It would seem that what could happen to him, hangs on his keys and nothing else happens to him. However, it only seems: every day we press buttons to open or close the car, every day we simply take it out of our pocket and put it back, hit it on the table when we put the whole bunch and a lot more. And all this affects the performance, even every time we open the case to replace the battery, we bring the key fob closer to “death”.

But in order to change it, you must first find out the specific model.

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 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.

How to determine the model

An overview of the StarLine alarm model range is presented by the Avtokasta channel.
ru. In order to determine the model without errors in the case of Starline, you need to rely on clues (labels, papers or list of functions), find information online or contact professionals.

By labeling

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LIjNQcy3xAA

When comparing alarms, it is worth predicting situations when the purchased car (especially a used one) was serviced at the same service center where it was purchased. Therefore, it makes sense to use the accompanying documents for the car and find the organization where the alarm was installed and serviced to request information.

You can correctly recognize the car alarm model using the key fob using the following Internet services:

1. Official catalog on the Starline website. For each device (even discontinued ones) there is an image and the user can visually compare their remote control with pictures and instructions.
2. Web resource "Ugona.net". There are photos of keychains of various series. And the specialists of this portal have additionally created a community where the car owner can find recommendations from other users.
3. Google image search engine. Through it, you can easily upload a photo of your device and see the result of issuing pictures, under which the full name of the model is indicated.

We must not forget thematic forums and social network groups based on interests: they are less popular, but there you can also quickly get an answer.

You can identify the alarm model using the Starline key fob by sending a request to the company’s service center. The manufacturer's official website contains the coordinates of official representatives throughout the country. Therefore, it is worth contacting service professionals who will be able to determine the series of the security system for a particular model line and at the same time provide the most complete data on the use of the pager and compatibility settings.

If you bought a pretty good used car, then how can you determine the model of the Starline alarm system using the key fob when the former owner no longer remembers what he installed at the time? Suppose there is only one keychain left, but the problem must be solved. It may be in working order, but its failure is a matter of time. Insurance is needed in any case. And if it works every other time, no one doubts the urgency of the search.

Finding yourself in front of a locked car at the most inopportune moment is not a situation that can make anyone happy. It is clear that if identification marks are preserved on the keychain, then there will be no problems. However, they wear out quite quickly. And if the previous owner forgot the alarm model, then rest assured: the inscriptions on the key fob are definitely not preserved, because it was installed a long time ago and was actively used.

How to determine the Starline alarm model using the key fob will be the main question in our instructions. And the first thing is to determine the type of system on board your car.

The “Starline” alarm system is easiest: its key fobs have a corresponding inscription, in most cases embossed on the body. It doesn't wash off, so you don't have to guess. If the inscription was painted and is not readable, its repetition is located under the back cover, on the inside. Usually it remains intact, since there is less access inside than to the surface.

How to identify a model by markings

Four lines of keychains: characteristic features

Model range A

Model range B

Model range C

Model range D

Model range E

Model identification by built-in functions

Determining the brand from the accompanying documentation for the car

How to identify a model by markings?

Characteristic features of Starline lines

Model range A

Model range B

Model range C

Model range D

Model range E

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

All Starline model alarms, unlike other analogues of anti-theft systems, have a separate key fob for each line. Based on how the accessory looks, you can accurately determine the model and navigate the settings. Therefore, it is important to remember what distinctive features displays have, so as not to confuse devices from the same manufacturer.

By labeling

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.

What model?

It is indicated by letters and numbers on the case. But after using the key fob for a long time, the icons are erased and can rarely be identified. In some cases, they can be duplicated under the same cover, but this is not at all necessary. The Internet method is considered the most reliable.

• You can identify the key fob using the website autoelectric.ru. It has a page called https://www.autoelectric.ru/autoalarm/brelki/brelki.htm. Photos of almost all existing alarm key fobs are posted here. Moreover, with the advent of new ones, the catalog is updated, so you only need to compare your keychain with the images;
• The website ugona.net with the page https://www.ugona.net/remote.html is even more convenient. Here you can narrow your search by several parameters at once: the presence of LEDs, the presence of a display and the number of buttons;
• If for some reason there is no access to the Internet, you will have to take more difficult paths;

Look at the documents for the car. They usually indicate the showroom where the car was purchased (unless, of course, it changed hands). In most cases, an alarm is installed at the time of purchase, so you can go to the place of the previous sale and ask the employees to pick up the documents. It would be less reliable to contact dealers who deal specifically with this model: in most cases, they install the same type of alarm on them, but they can meet the buyer’s wishes. So it’s not always possible to find out exactly what exactly is supplied to you.

You are going to a company specializing in Starline alarm systems. Its specialists have a database of all their key fobs, so they can accurately name the modification. The problem may be that there may not be such a service center nearby, or even in your locality. Our advice: the most effective is still the Internet method, since determining the Starline alarm model using a key fob using the World Wide Web is a matter of a few minutes and does not require extra effort from the person looking for it.

Starline key fobs, unlike Tomahawk, make their own key fob for each model and, as a rule, it will not be registered on another model, so in order to accurately determine the module, you need to look at the LCD display, buttons and alarm antenna.

How to determine the Starline alarm model by key fob

Keychain without starting Starline A6 – gray body, narrow antenna – icons on the display with a blue border, black antenna with the inscription “Call”

Key fob a8 or a9 – with engine start, gray body, narrow antenna, LCD icons with black border, black antenna with “Call” inscription

The A9 key fob is registered for the Starline A6 alarm system.

Keychain Starline B6 – without starting the engine – the leftmost “Anti Hijack” icon on the display of the Porsche car, English icons.

Keychain B9 with engine start – Left icon on LCD alarm clock, Porsche car and English icons. There are 2 varieties of B9 - in a dark blue case and black, the models are completely identical but the key fobs do not correspond to each other, so if you have a B9 key fob in a black case, then you can only replace it with a B9 in a black case.

The antenna on models A6-A9 - B6 and B9 is the same - black with the inscription Call.

Dialogue key fobs A61 without starting – LCD display with Russian icons, left icon “gun”

A91 keychain with engine start in a dark blue case with a protective coating, Russian icons, the leftmost icon is a clock and a fan.

Anniversary series A61 4x4 and a91 4x4 key fob body from D94, 4-button key fobs but the last button is not active, these systems are prescribed without loss of functionality A61 and A91, respectively.

If your car has an unidentified alarm model, what should you do first?

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If you are using an alarm of unknown origin, installed by the previous car owner, then it is recommended to determine its make and model, download its operating manual on the Internet, find in the instructions how to restore the alarm to factory settings (this will be useful in case of possible failures) and find out the emergency removal sequence protection using a secret button.

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Finding the location of the secret button is a separate science. First of all, you should look for it in the area of ​​the driver’s left knee, under the dashboard, on the internal elements of the center console.

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As a rule, the time to access a secret button should not exceed one minute (so as not to wake up the entire neighborhood). But it’s better to find it in advance before an emergency happens. In 95% of cases, the button should be freely accessible, in extreme cases under an easily removable panel (for example, fuse covers).

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As a last resort, you can determine the car alarm model by the appearance of the head unit. It is located in the area of ​​the left driver's pillar in the corner behind the fuse and relay box (if equipped), possibly hidden under the interior trim. A bunch of non-standard wires leads to it; a couple of “orphan” fuses and relays usually hang nearby. Thin double dark wires coming from it, as a rule, lead to a secret button.

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In some Starline alarm models, the head units are like two peas in a pod, so its model is easier to determine by the key fob.

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Determining the alarm system in the car interior

If you were unable to determine which alarm system is installed on your car using the remote control, you can try to do this using the central unit.

Often it is installed in the cabin, but, as a rule, it is hidden from car thieves under the dashboard (dashboard) or even behind the steering wheel.

The central alarm unit is usually a rectangular plastic device with many wires going to it.

The central alarm unit always has the security system manufacturer’s brand logo, and the sticker contains the model name and other additional information.

You can determine the alarm model using the key fob in online services

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You can find several resources on the Internet that help you determine the model of an alarm key fob.

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For example, you can use this resource on the Internet - LINK.

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It simplifies the search by the number of buttons on the key fob and types of car alarms, but it cannot be considered as complete as possible. Unfortunately, there are no new models of StarLine key fobs on this site, only those shown in the picture below.

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Learning to identify the model by key fob

If you need to find out the model of the alarm from the control panel, then you have several ways to do this:

First, you should inspect the key fob and its keys - the signaling model may be marked on the device body

Please note that this data is usually indicated in a minimal font, almost invisible to the eye, so you should take a closer look; alternatively, you can use a magnifying glass. If visual diagnostics do not produce results and there is no data on the remote control, then pay attention to the design. It happens that some models of alarms have key fobs with an original design, characteristic only of a certain type. If this method does not help, then you can try to search for information on the Internet.

Today there are many sites where you can upload a photo of your remote control and get, if not an exact answer, then the closest one. But if the signaling model is very old, then this method may not help. The last option is to seek help from specialists - this could be an auto electrician or an entire service center that installs and maintains alarms.

Price issue

The price of a system is determined by its efficiency, as well as functionality. The cost of Centurion alarms ranges from 3 to 9 thousand rubles.

Using a search engine

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In some cases, you can determine a specific alarm model by the inscriptions on the key fob body. They can consist of many numbers and letters.

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If they are missing on the key fob body, you can try to disassemble the body and look for identification marks already on the board. If you can find the alphanumeric inscription, you need to enter it into the search bar and try to Google it.

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There is another option. To do this, you need to take a high-quality photograph of the keychain (it is advisable that at this moment there is an image on it on the display, if there is one), and try to Google the pictures. Google also has this function.

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If you are using a key fob for a car alarm model that is unknown to you, but so far there has been no reason to recognize it (so far everything is working without problems), at least take a photo of it with sufficient resolution so that in an emergency there is some opportunity to do this later.

Features of Alligator alarms

Naturally, if you decide that the Alligator car alarm is exactly what you need, then you should also familiarize yourself with some of its features so that you can make sure that your choice is exactly the right one. First of all, it is worth noting that modern models of this alarm are two-way, that is, if something happens to your car, a signal about it is sent directly to your key fob. Moreover, this function operates within a radius of a kilometer, and if installed correctly, even one and a half kilometers. You can choose whether to activate, in addition to this notification, a sound signal, as in one-way alarms, or turn it off. You can also program the alarm deactivation code yourself, which will be known only to you - it can consist of one or two numbers.

Naturally, you should not forget that with the help of your key fob, if necessary, you can even block the starter so that a thief cannot start your car. There are also many other useful functions available - even setting the car alarm with the engine running. As you can imagine, this is an incredible security system, so if you want to ensure the complete security of your car, then your best choice is the Alligator car alarm. How to determine the model by keychain? Of course, they have differences in shape, but most often the model is engraved or written on the keychain itself, so there will be no problems with this.

Oh almighty internet

If you can’t find out the alarm model right away, feel free to open your laptop and go online! That’s what we did, and most importantly, we didn’t make a mistake. Can you imagine there are specialized sites on the Internet where probably all the existing keychains on earth are collected. At least it seemed so to me, thank God ours was there too. The comrade’s joy knew no bounds, well, he likes to see everything through to the end.

1. autoelectric.ru

   – there is a huge database of signed photographs here; finding your remote control will not be difficult, especially since the data is constantly updated.

2. www.ugona.net

   – a more complex resource with the ability to set search parameters, such as: the number of buttons, the presence of LEDs or a display.

Out of the whole bunch of pages that we flipped through, I highlighted two really good ones, enjoy them to your health!

Determining the car alarm model using the key fob

Various cases happen in life, for example, after buying a used car, a motorist wants to read the instructions or reflash the alarm system, but there is nothing left except the key fob. One of the options in this case is to identify the brand of the security system using the control panel. The simplest thing is the marking on the back of the key fob; if it is missing or erased, then you can find out the model in the following way:

1. Search . Find a site on the Internet with images of various keychain models.
2. Selection. Select a suitable control panel and rewrite the markings.
3. Manufacturer's website. Go to the website of the alarm manufacturer Centurion and enter the data of the selected models and compare their technical characteristics.
4. Functions. Download detailed instructions for use and try to perform complex actions.

The last point may require resourcefulness from the car enthusiast, for example, checking that he receives a response from the car alarm stating that everything is in order with the car and it is within the coverage area. Each key fob will have a different combination of buttons for this function. It is also worth considering other ways to identify car alarms.