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Keep your passengers entertained on your next road trip.
Add a rear seat entertainemnt (RSE) headrest video system to your vehicle with our professionally installed headrest replacement kit offering the look and styling of a tablet within your headrest. With touchscreen controls, high definition resolution and a tablet looking styling housed in a new OEM matching headrest, your new system will look and feel like factory but with more options and features.
What sets our system apart from the factory? besides being 1/2-1/3 the cost, our dual DVD system has an HDMI input. Big deal so you say? Actually it is, evolving with technology, your headrest DVD system will never be out of date. With the HDMI input you can connect to your smartphone, tablet or other HDMI devices like Google Chromecast, Roku Stick or Amazon Fire TV Stick to stream video via a WiFi connection
Additional features include:
- Auxiliary A/V input for external sources
- Auxiliary A/V output for external sources
- FM transmitter to play audio through the vehicles sound system
- Pair of wireless headphones
- 3 yr/36,000 warranty
And the most important feature, all of our headrest systems meet or exceed all U.S. crash test standards – FMVSS 201, 202, 202a, 207, 302. Passed EU head impact testing – ECE R21
Price: U.S. $1499.99
Professionally Installed 3 Year Warranty
Key Replacement - Locksmith Services
Cleveland, Ohio's First Choice for the Finest Locksmith Services
Do you have a lost key, locked out of your vehicle, or have a broken remote control? Access 1 Alarm and Audio has the situation under control. Access 1’s sister company, E&A Locksmith, is a 24/7 emergency roadside service locksmith company that has multiple mobile units and a store front right next door to us specializing in vehicle and residential locksmith services.
E&A has been in business for over 35 years servicing the Cleveland area and the surrounding communities. Their ability to come to your location and open your door, make and program a key, and install high security residential locks, ensures that you are in capable hands.
E&A is a member of the Associated Locksmiths of America and is AAA approved. Servicing the major insurance companies and automotive dealerships from Columbus to Cleveland, E&A Locksmith’s reputation is second to none.
Call today (216) 252-5397 or visit E&A at 10500 Lorain Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44111
www.ealocksmith.com
Accessories and Enhancements For Your Aston Martin
Professionally installed radar detectors and Laser Jammers
Cleveland, Ohio and the surrounding community is unique to the rest of the United States with the implementation of radar drones* on the highway transmitting in K band, red light cameras, speed trap cameras, the use of the older K band radar guns and the newer threat of state of the art laser guns. However, we have covered all the bases with our phenomenal product line up from Escort Radar, Beltronics, AL Priority and K40.
Access 1 Alarm and Audio offers multiple brands of radar systems such as Beltronics, Escort, K40 and the ultimate in laser protection, AL Priority. Even though it is uncommon for a company such as Access 1 Alarm & Audio to put all its eggs in a single basket, we can’t professionally recommend any other equipment other than Escort or Beltronics paired to the AL Priority due to Cleveland’s unique speed measuring threat. We have multiple systems for different budgets with different levels of protection.
Just when you thought your dash had it all, the Alpine X110-SRA raises the bar. With its groundbreaking 10-inch touchscreen, the X110-SLV is truly the largest factory radio replacement for the 2014-up GMC Sierra available, period. Don’t judge the X110-SRA just by its screen, though. The Alpine X110-SLV is packed with new features and controls befitting of its revolutionary size. There’s no doubt the Alpine X110-SRA will make a statement in your GMC Sierra and upgrade your driving experience.
The 10-inch X110-SRA is Alpine engineered specially for the GMC Sierra. The X110-SRA comes with a stunning dash bezel that houses the 10-inch screen and provides a matching fit and finish, as if it came that way from the factory. The rotary volume knob and big crystal buttons for music and navigation sources are backlit to match the Silverado’s factory gauges. Other hard keys provide direct access to the main menu and My Favorites feature.
Alpine 8-Inch Screen Now with Bigger Features.
The record-breaking 8-Inch AVN System is back better than ever to suit your needs with an enhanced My Favorites feature, Dual Zone Video Control, retained factory controls, 3D navigation and built-in Bluetooth® wireless technology.
The KTX-MTG8/X008u dash kit is designed specifically for the Alpine X008u AVN system to give it a factory finished look matching the shape, color and texture of your Ford Fusion or Mercury Milan. This Perfect F.I.T. (Factory Integration Technology) kit is for the Ford Mustang, 2010-2014.
Price: U.S. $2199.99 Installed
Add a backup camera to your Chevy Silverado
Outfit your Silverado with a backup camera while maintaining the factory look. Access 1 Alarm & Audio specializes in quality aftermarket backup camera integration's and offers multiple solutions to fit within your budget or requirements.
Utilizing the factory screen, our camera interfaces allow for multiple style backup cameras to be displayed while in reverse. From the appearance of the factory looking stealth mounted camera that replaces the tailgate handle to the license plate frame camera with its wide view, each camera displays an outstanding high resolution color image even in low light conditions at night.
The Chevy Silverado integration module will display Rear Dynamic Parking Assistance Lines that move along with the steering wheel position. Further, a second video input can be used for any other composite video source, such as a FLIR Night Vision or front view camera that is activated automatically when you press the "HOME" button.
Add a backup camera to your Mercedes-Benz vehicle.
Outfit your Mercedes-Benz with a backup camera while maintaining the factory look. Access 1 Alarm & Audio specializes in quality aftermarket backup camera integration's and offers multiple solutions to fit within your budget or requirements.
Utilizing the factory navigation screen, our camera interfaces allow for multiple style backup cameras to be displayed. From the appearance of the factory looking stealth mounted cameras to the license plate frame camera with its wide view, each camera displays an outstanding high resolution color image even in low light conditions at night.
On newer Mercedes-Benz vehicles the camera integration module will display Rear Dynamic Parking Assistance Lines that move along with the steering wheel position. Further, a second video input can be used for any other composite video source, such as a FLIR Night Vision or front view camera that is activated automatically when you place the vehicle in drive or can be turned on by pressing a the "Return" button of the steering wheel controls for 3 seconds.
We have a solution for all Mercedes-Benz vehicles, unfortunately some are more expensive than others when trying to maintain a factory look due to the design of the factory radio. Some factory systems it is recommended to replace the complete radio/display with an aftermarket system due to cost considerations. Remember, not all Mercedes-Benz's are created equally.
As with all of our OEM integration's, the camera and interface come complete with a 3yr/36,000 mile warranty both parts and labor. Most installations are "Plug-n-Play" and use factory connectors to make the connections ensuring there is no need to worry about the quality of the equipment being added to your vehicle and when paired with a professional installation by our qualified technicians, the new system will provide many years of quality trouble-free use.
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Turn your alarm system into a security system!
Well what does that mean? You just spent a few hundred dollars on an alarm system to protect your vehicle and you go to bed at night feeling easy knowing that your vehicle has an alarm system, but is your vehicle really protected? Time and time again we hear from many people across the nation or read the stories online in forums that the vehicle was broken into or worse, stolen and had an aftermarket security system installed on it. So what to do?
First by definition an alarm is a signal that warns or alerts while security is the state of being protected or safe from harm. Two different terms each describing an aftermarket or factory system, but which one would you prefer for your vehicle?
Now we do write alarm system throughout our website but that is because the term is loosely used in the world and makes it easier for Google to search the term when people do not distinguish between the two. However, we hope that more people read this and armed with this knowledge understand the difference.
Access 1 Alarm & Audio's basic alarm systems come with door trigger monitoring, siren, shock sensor, flashing parking lights, keyless entry, starter interrupt/kill and a flashing light indicating the status of the alarm system in which all are professionally installed by one of our highly skilled and trained technicians. Currently this is an alarm system as it will warn or alert anyone within ear shot of the vehicle. Now there is some limitations to the basic system as it does not monitor the trunk or hatch depending on the vehicle and the hood leaving them vulnerable to thieves. A pin switch at a minimal reasonable price can be added to ensure that they are integrated into the alarm system.
Layers!
Layers is what turns an alarm system into a security system and the more layers the better protected the vehicle is. For instance there are several add on sensors that will activate the alarm like a proximity sensor, tilt sensor or glass break sensor and will be discussed further in this article.
2-way security systems are the first reasonable route to go with which are like the basic alarm systems listed above but have the capability to page your remote control from 1000 ft to a mile away depending on the system which will inform you that the alarm system is going off. The draw back to the 2-way systems is that the max range is limited to a mile maximum on the premium 2-way systems and you have to be carrying the 2-way remote control fob with you. Now you can add SmartStart which will increase the range globally if you are within cell/Wi-Fi service and will provide you with text, push notifications and email to your smartphone.
View a list of available security sensors by CLICKING HERE
Turning the alarm into a security system
The first step is to add the hood and trunk/hatch pin triggers, this allows the alarm system to monitor those areas and inform you if they are opened while the alarm system is active. The trunk is where we store valuables or is an entry point into the vehicle. The hood trigger monitors the hood area as it states and is an excellent option to add as this is where your battery, horn, and siren are located. With the battery disconnected your alarm system will not sound, and if your siren and horn wires are cut nothing will be heard.
Next would be to hook up the horn to the security system, this provides an audible warning that when combined with the siren is louder and draws more attention to the vehicle when the system is triggered.
Now it's time to add the layers of protection with additional sensors. A field disturbance sensor or perimeter sensor is an accessory that will monitor the perimeter of the vehicle and chirp if someone was to be within approximately 2' of the vehicle informing them that you have a security system. This sensor has a dual zone capability and if someone was to reach into your vehicle with the convertible top or the windows down it will set the security system off. If you have a 2-way system or SmartStart you will be notified.
Another sensor is the glass break sensor. The glass break sensor sets the security system off when it detects the frequency of broken glass. Yes you will have a broken window, but your vehicle and most likely the contents will still be there.
What about your rims or towing? The digital tilt sensor is a great addition to the security system and will monitor the vehicles angle regardless if you parked on a hill or a level surface. This sensor will trigger your security system if the vehicles angle has been tilted 1 or 3 degrees.
The shock and impact sensor, this sensor is included in all of our basic alarm packages but it deserves some explanation on what it does and does not do. The shock sensor will generate a warn away signal for minor impact or vibrations picked up on the vehicle and will set the security/alarm system off when it detects a heavy blow to the vehicle such as someone hitting it. This sensor is completely adjustable however it will not set the alarm off or trigger a warn away when the vehicle is simply touched.
SURPRISE the thief!
Here is a few additional items to turn your alarm system into a security system and will make the thief's attempt to drive away with your vehicle much harder.
Our favorite is the backup battery siren, this siren will sound if the thief cuts the wires to the siren or removes power to the battery and will continue to sound until turned off with a security key or power is restored to the vehicle.
How about a backup battery for the alarm system? This accessory powers the alarm and triggers the security system when power is removed. Surprise! The system still works.
The interior pain generator mini piezo sirens are great for placing in the interior of the vehicle and activate when the security system is triggered causing the thief to not want to be inside the vehicle.
Convenience
After all you go through great lengths and a financial burden to keep your vehicle and its contents protected, what can it do for you? How about adding remote start, power trunk actuator, window automaton, power door locks or power windows if not equipped or even headlight automation that will light the way to your vehicle at night upon disarming the security system.
Cool features
How about a security system with the talking voice module? "Protected by Viper stand back" yes, the voice module can interface with your security system and besides Viper specific messages, it can do it in Spanish or English. The addition of extra LED flashing security lights or the blue high visibility electro-luminescent "Protected by Viper" flashing warning panel lets the thief know you are serious about the security of your vehicle.
Guarantee
What is the guarantee after you do all this or add additional sensors that your vehicle will still be there when you get back to it? Well besides our lifetime guarantee on all alarm systems parts and labor, Viper backs it up with Viper's one-year Guaranteed Protection Plan and is the most generous in the industry. GPP refunds your comprehensive insurance deductible up to $2,500 if your car is stolen with a Viper security system installed and armed – whether your vehicle is recovered or not! Click HERE for more details.
Cleveland, Ohio. 44111 So you want a car alarm, a vehicle security system, for your vehicle but you don’t have any idea what to do or what to purchase. Well Access 1 Alarm and Audio, Cleveland, Ohio’s premier Viper dealer, is the place to take care of all your car alarm needs on any of your vehicles. We offer qualified professional installations of Viper, Python, Avital, Automate, and Clifford car alarms, all at affordable prices.
What to look for first
Obviously the first is a qualified shop that offers quality products such as ours, but also a shop that stands by their installation and products. Access 1 Alarm, offers a lifetime warranty on vehicle security systems and the installation for as long as you own the vehicle. Then there would be the product selection, as what would work with your vehicle.
Access 1 Alarm offers Directed products, the largest car alarm and remote start company worldwide. Their products consist of the infamous Viper line, complimented by; Automate, Avital, Clifford and Python. As the global leader of car alarms and remote starts, they simply offer the best products for your vehicle.