Autowatch 456rli

[Trav33]

I'm looking to get the Autowatch 456RLi installed on my 33, i like this one because it has a built in turbo timer.

-does it come with a 2-stage shock sensor?

-does it come with ultrasonics, or how much extra would these cost?

-can ultrasonics be installed such that they cannot be seen?

Do Autowatch make a remote-start module for this alarm? I dont want to remote-start my car, just wondering if they make one compatible...

[Chris Rogers]

I'm looking to get the Autowatch 456RLi installed on my 33, i like this one because it has a built in turbo timer.

-does it come with a 2-stage shock sensor?

-does it come with ultrasonics, or how much extra would these cost?

-can ultrasonics be installed such that they cannot be seen?

Do Autowatch make a remote-start module for this alarm? I dont want to remote-start my car, just wondering if they make one compatible...

-yes

-no - option $75-100

- no. must be visible.

- see the 288 - you lose the timer though.

[RANDY]

Get it, it rocks.

If you're in Sydney, hit up "security in motion" (registered here). They did my install, and i'm a fan of the stealthy job!

At the time of booking, I asked about a solanoid in the boot for a remote release. $70 and he wired that in quite nicely with the alarm.

My only gripes you might want to keep in mind:

I recommended the same alarm to a friend with the same car, and both our remotes were weak as anything. Mine stopped 2 months later, and I just bought new batteries from JayCar. Now it works 100% and from around 50m away. The installer stuffed around for 30 minutes trying to get better reception via the antenna wire. Same story from my friends install. So.. change batteries if this happens.

Secondly... the siren isn't all that loud. You can have a conversation next to your car while it's going off. I park right next to my house (carport) and can hear the damn cat running around, so it's not a problem with the soft siren... but perhaps ask about any kind of db ratings, or whether they have other sirens that can be installed.

Apart from that, I love it.

[Trav33]

Thanks Randy, how much did you pay for your install?

Thats the 456 alarm + boot solenoid + installation ?

Chris - i had an ultrasonic sensor in my old Calais. It hid underneath the plastic console, just near the gear shifter - was told it worked through plastic, but not metal. It detected movement inside the car, and a second stage also detected movement close to the outside of the windows.

Is this ultrasonics, or microwave?

[Adelaideprosound]

The dual stage microwave sensors are no longer available thru Autowatch, however we do use a Dynamco one with no problems.

The 288 RLI has now been discontinued, as remote start is illegal in Australia and the company doesnt wanna carry the burden of incorrectly installed Autowatch remote start alarms.

An ultrasonics sensor doesnt get hidden away, the control module does yes, but the two little eyelets which emit the ultrasonic beam have to go somewhere around the A pillar area facing towards the rear of the vehicle.

Also I have been fitting Autowatch for years now, and have never had an issue with the antenna on the module, nor have i had a problem with a remote. Thats not to say that it wont happen because no product is faultless, but it hasnt happened up to now.

All sirens have to be 120db rated any louder and it is not legal to have in your car. The only siren you can use with the 456 is the keyless digital battery back up siren.

The 160RLI has a slightly bigger siren but the volume is pretty much similar.

[Trav33]

So is the sensor i had in my Calais probably a Microwave one then? I always thought it was ultrasonic...

How much for a 2-stage Dynamco microwave sensor?

[Adelaideprosound]

Trav when obtaining quotes on alarms, its best to speak to the store in question.

I cannot quote pricing on this forum due to the fact i am not a sponsor.

[Trav33]

Can anyone else share how much they paid for their alarm installation, or RRP for microwave sensors?

[Trooper]

I can not recommend Leon from Security in Motion, Sydney enough.

I got him to install an alarm in my car as well as the add ons such as auto window roll up, auto headlights, boot release etc.

VERY VERY professional and unlike a lot of people he pays attention to detail.

I am a very satisfied customer.

Cheers Leon

[Trav33]

I got him to install an alarm and seperate immobiliser in my car as well as the add ons such as auto window roll up, auto headlights, boot release etc.

Can you share how much your alarm+install cost?

I'd like to use my alarm to do as much as possible, eg boot release + window roll up, and would hope that the installer would give me the options of what can be done with that particular alarm.

[Dragonforce]

So any of you guys who have used the Autowatch 456rli have yu had any problems or anything?

Im thinking about getting one aswell but cant decide if its worth the 500 dollar price tag.

Any ideas?

[Trav33]

I like the idea of the 456 having the inbuilt turbo timer - saves me $100.

I think if you want window-winders installed, remote boot release, etc might be pushing the price up to $650... maybe Trooper can confirm this

[legend01]

I'm half way through the install of my auto watch 456rli atm Leon at security in motion is also doing mine and a great job so far everything hidden very well as the dash is still out and most of the interior, Mine is getting auto window closure ,interior lights on at entry,turbo timer,keypad .

Still has to complete as needed more of the car reassembled be for he could finish the job but so far very happy with service,he should be able to finish the job in the next week or so price for mine was eight seventy for everything

cheers Peter

[RANDY]

Sorry, Trav.. been busy.

$570 all up. $70 for the solanoid and hookup. I asked for the 4-button remote, but I think that's standard on the 456 Premier? (the one I got)

Yes... that's right, it was Leon from Security In Motion who did mine a couple of years ago.

It's Australian insurance approved, and you get a certificate and all that for your insurance co.

[Chris Rogers]

if you wnat to talk about it I'll be at APS in the morn..

[Trav33]

if you wnat to talk about it I'll be at APS in the morn..

Cool, it'd be good to put a face to the name, but got a busy day at work tomorrow.

I'm getting closer to seeing George for an Autowatch install and a set of rainbows

[Kinks]

Leon from Security In Motion

I can't recommend him enough either. He's a perfectionist in what he does, spent 10-15 mins stuffing around with the antenna to try and get the range just right (it was fine). When he was demoing it and it didn't do quite what he expected with the boot release he went "ah that'll give you the shits, but I know how to fix it" and wired an extra relay in, sorted.

Like the others say - very professional, and lots of attention to detail.

Edited March 31, 2007 by Kinks

[Trav33]

I can't recommend him enough either. He's a perfectionist in what he does, spent 10-15 mins stuffing around with the antenna to try and get the range just right (it was fine). When he was demoing it and it didn't do quite what he expected with the boot release he went "ah that'll give you the shits, but I know how to fix it" and wired an extra relay in, sorted.

Like the others say - very professional, and lots of attention to detail.

Kinks, did you get the Autowatch 456? How much was your alarm+install?

Leon certainly has a great reputation, but i'm in Adelaide so unfortunatly cant use his services!

[Chris Rogers]

Add $330 on to the price and I'll do it. that was the reason I was there on friday..