Have you installed the Viper 791XV?

[vatahoelt]

how's this going? you got it all installed yet?

 

[scxgarrett]

If you've never installed an alarm or rs system before, then have it professionally installed by a competent and reputable shop, or at least have an experienced fellow installer help guide you through the install. I've been installing for almost 20 yrs and have seen way too many bad installs go very wrong by DIY'ers and inexperienced "certified installers". I've seen a dash catch fire, thousand dollar pcm/bcm repairs and replacements, etc.
If you decide to tackle this yourself, make sure you have as much wiring info as possible and most importantly verify the info with a dmm. Wiring guides are not always correct, whether it's from DEI, Audiovox, Scosche, etc. And depending on your year vehicle, you may or may not need an interface for the locks and PLII/III system.
The best way to splice wires is solder and heat shrink. Crimp style connectors, especially Scotchlocks and t-taps are very unreliable, especially in an environment with constant vibration such as a vehicle. Not only can they come loose, but they also hinder performance because they cause more resistance to current flow, especially in higher drawing circuits associated with RS systems.
The 791xv is nice and is the same model I have in my truck. If you have heated seats, you can connect a channel to the seats. I have my aux channels wired to turn on my heated seats, rear window and mirror defrost, window roll up/dn, and headlight activation.
Feel free to PM me if you install the system yourself and have any questions.

could you email me please [email protected] thanks i have some questions

 

[erock198]

I have a 5901 with the smartstart module but I think there is a gm add on to integrate it

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I think this is it

 

[Ponchonutty]

I have a 5901 with the smartstart module but I think there is a gm add on to integrate it

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I think this is it

The 5901 is light years ahead of the 791. I can't believe the 791 even still exists since it's been out for what seems for ever now lol! Still not impressed with the over all range on either system though

 

[erock198]

the smart start fixes that problem. I actually use it more than I thought I would

 

[Ponchonutty]

the smart start fixes that problem. I actually use it more than I thought I would

Smart start doesn't work in rural areas very well. Around here it will work about 30% of the time. Ditto on the other brands too. Most of them are Sprint based and their network sucks.

 

[erock198]

you can get the smart start with bluetooth that takes care of the cell problem

 

[Ponchonutty]

you can get the smart start with bluetooth that takes care of the cell problem

Directed's VSM50BT is virtually worthless as well. Average range is about 500' which is far less than their cheapest remote start system. When in range it works very well and very fast response time too which is a plus. Also the plus is no fees associated with the product either because it uses no cell coverage. In addition to that, it's much less expensive too but personally I would opt for their high end 2way remotes before going to the Bluetooth system.

 

[BrooklynMike]

I am thinking about getting a remote start for my 2003 Tahoe LT with Bose system. I know nothing about remote starters, and what brands/models are good. My friend has someone that can do the installation, my friend said to just do my research and see if I need a bypass box. I haven't figured out what a bypass box is yet, what it does etc, but I saw a post earlier in this thread that said a bypass box is needed. Is that correct? I drive to the subway and usually find parking a 5-10 minute walk from the station, so I would like the transmitter to have good range in a city environment with buildings etc.

While browsing, I came across a few models by Code Alarm, Viper, and Python and I'm not sure which one is the better buy. Any advice would be appreciated.

Thanks!

 

[Ponchonutty]

Compustar is the setting standard on range. You will never find anything on the market that can do any better. I sell/install every model on the market from just about every maker. What I have found is that virtually every maker out there has their products made at the same factory. They bid out to the lowest company to make their stuff. Compustar actually owns the factory where their stuff is made. This way, they can oversee every part of the process so the warranty returns are almost non-existent. I think it's been about 8 years since I had a system that I returned for warranty. I do have a few remote controls that go bad from time to time but usually I think it's customer abuse more over than a manufacturer defect. Big problem is that you will pay a premium for their products but you get what you pay for. Also, they are harder to find because they pay strict attention to their dealership network.

For the do-it-yourselfer I like AudioVox products. They have decent range and the pricing is decent as well.

I would personally be worried if your "installer" is asking if your truck needs a bypass. If they are asking that sort of question, they shouldn't be installing lol. To answer that question, yes it most certainly does.

For bypass I would try to find an INT-SL or INT-SL2. They come pre-programmed for most old GM vehicles. The instructions are good and if you use an AudioVox or Compustar remote starter, they plug right in which reduces install time GREATLY.


www.compustar.com
http://www.audiovoxproducts.com/prestige/remotestart/
http://ifar.ca/en/download/3966/3966/int-sl+_installation_guide.rev-20120308.pdf