Audiovox APS997 Remote Security System with 4-Mode Shock Sensor and Extended Range Remote Start (Prestige)

This is 9ne of the best alarms I've had. Lots of features, you would not regret buying this. Pretty easy to install also.

Didn't realize it was the complete set, only needed the remote. Had to return it, and the return was easy.

Work great

Great unit!!

I installed it myself (got the wiring diagrams for my car online), and you do need to be an intermediate level electrician (shade tree mech) or higher to read the diagrams. The keyless door entry was the toughest part to install, which for the novice installer may need help from the professionals and need more parts ($12 door relay not included). It took me two weekends to get the wiring right (remote start one day, door works properly in two days). Once working, it really "WOW!" me. Siren wakes the living dead. Shock sensor has great sensitivity (it can sense impact from a soft football to car). Temperature reader is built into module, and you can push a button on the remote that has LCD to view precise temp (F or C) in car. Can be programmed to remote start if temp drops below certain temps (to keep engine from freezing). 2nd remote has 5 buttons, 5th button is for a built in LED flashlight (almost blinding for a little thing). Nicely made tough, carbon fiber remotes. I've had a small problem with the remote start not working after 5 months, but Audiovox gladly replaced the module for me when I called and sent the module back. Hope the new module will last longer, and not a quality problem.

I'm almost afraid to do a revew this soon after install (1 week) but so far so good. I checked locally and they wanted $599 installed for this unit. I purchased for $150 on Amazon with shipping and had Best Buy install for $199. (They did a FANTASTIC job on the install. Fast and a very clean install). The alarm works well (the buttons are a little small for open/disarm and close/disarm but this is probably to prevent accidental arm or disarm). I really like the fact that all four doors and the liftgate in my van now unlock with one push (maybe that was the tech, but I hated having to push button repeatedly for all unlock). The remote starter works well and the range seems good. The lcd screen is very neat. Did I lock the van and arm? (Check fob....yep!) Very cool. So far no false alarms, which I'm sure the neighbors appreciate. I'll cross my fingers that this keeps up. If this item can keep performing this way I may buy others for other vehicles as I'm very pleased with cost, features, and quality so far.