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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.
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.
Radar Detectors and Laser Jammers For Your Aston Martin
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.
Backup Camera Solutions for all Porsche vehicles.
Outfit your Porsche 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.
Most camera integrations 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 the a button on the steering wheel controls for 3 seconds.
As with all of our OEM integrations, 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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The ultimate in Jeep Wrangler upgrades - The Alpine 9" Multimedia Navigation System
Your life is an adventure. Your active lifestyle is not confined to four walls, so you rely on your Jeep Wrangler for work and play. The X009-WRA is the upgrade you need to keep up with your busy life from work to play. Keep your factory controls and add enhancements like navigation, HDMI, USB, customizable short-cuts, Bluetooth wireless technology and sound settings optimized for your Jeep Wrangler – all controllable through the easy-to-use, large 9-inch touch-screen. With its over-sized screen, integrated system and advanced technology, this premium Alpine system will restyle your Jeep and provide you with an unsurpassed quality driving experience that the factory cannot match.
Price: U.S. $2999.99
Professionally Installed 3 Year Warranty
Available security sensors for your vehicles Viper, Avital, Python, or Clifford security system that will add the extra layer of protection ensuring your vehicle and valuables are safe.
Have you read our article on Alarm Systems VS. Security Systems?
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Dual Zone Proximity Sensor
An effective vehicle intrusion sensor, this dual zone radar sensor detects moving high density objects using RF field disturbance technology. Ideal for convertibles or any application where zone-intrusion protection is desired.
When detecting an object on the perimeter of the vehicle it will chirp the siren, warning away any possible thieves. If the interior of the vehicle is breached, the sensor will set the security system off and sound the siren or horn.
Price: U.S. $119.99 Professionally installed
Audio "Glass Break" Sensor
Provides pre-entry protection by detecting tampering and breaking of the vehicle’s glass. Reliable CMOS design with remote microphone analyzes frequency, intensity and timing of intrusion sounds to eliminate false alarms.
When detecting the glass break the sensor will set the security system off and sound the siren or horn. If you have a 2-way system or SmartStart you will be notified if within range or cell coverage.
Price: U.S. $69.99 Professionally installed
Digital Tilt Motion Sensor
The Digital Tilt Sensor is ideal for protecting a vehicle from theft by detecting when the vehicle is being raised in an attempt to remove the wheels or tow the vehicle. The sensor auto calibrates, referencing the vehicle’s angle of inclination each time the alarm is armed, ensuring the most accurate tilt sensing possible.
Perfect for protecting vehicles with upgraded wheels and tires. If the sensor's angle is changed by 1 or 3 degrees it will set the security system off and sound the siren or horn.
Price: U.S. $99.99 Professionally installed
Stinger DoubleGuard Shock Sensor
The most effective protection against shock/impact and comes standard with all our installed security systems. The shock sensor uses electromagnetic technology to eliminate mechanical parts.
Two outputs are provided, the first offers a warn away response on light impact and the second instantly triggers the alarm on hard impact. If you have a 2-way system or SmartStart you will be notified if within range or cell coverage.
Price: U.S. $69.99 Professionally installed
Backup Battery System
For Security-Minded Customers. Sealed 0.7 amp/hour lead/acid battery powers and triggers the alarm when vehicle’s battery is disconnected.
A must for any high-security installation.
Price: U.S. $89.99 Professionally installed
Backup Battery Siren
For Security-Minded Customers, this soft chirp Revenger battery backup siren has a rechargeable 9V battery built into it and will sound the siren if the power to it is removed such as cutting the siren wires or removing power from the vehicles battery.
Comes with a key to turn on and off if the vehicle is to be serviced. A must for any high-security installation.
Price: U.S. $99.99 Professionally installed
Ball Bearing Tilt Switch
Waterproof switch protects entry points where conventional switches won’t work. Perfect for hatches, camper shells and the like.
Camper shells or custom applications will require additional charges for labor.
Price: U.S. $39.99 Professionally installed
Revenger Mini-Neo Siren
Smaller size with a bigger punch, this bad boy produces between 2 and 5 dB more output than conventional sirens. Comes standard with many of our security systems and hybrid systems.
For multiple siren setups an additional charge for a relay ($14.99) will be required.
Price: U.S. $59.99 Professionally installed
Mini Piezo Siren
Special-application siren often used as a pain generator inside the vehicle.
For multiple siren setups an additional charge for a relay ($14.99) will be required.
Price: U.S. $59.99 Professionally installed
VOCALARM Universal Voice Module
This siren is a universal voice add-on. It can be programmed to generate voices in English or Spanish as well as generic or Viper-specific messages.
Viper messages such as "Protected by Viper stand back", "Viper Armed" and Viper Disarmed" will sound.
Price: U.S. $129.99 Professionally installed
Micro Magnetic Switch
The most compact magnetic switch available. Used for sliding windows, camper shells, and special applications.
Camper shells or custom applications will require additional charges for labor.
Price: U.S. $69.99 Professionally installed
Closed Loop Sensor
Perfect for monitoring auxiliary lights, car covers, trailers or anything that you might want to trigger the alarm when you disconnect it.
Camper shells or custom applications will require additional charges for labor.
Price: U.S. $69.99 Professionally installed
Viper Electro-Luminescent Indicator
Bright flashing E-L badge tells thieves to back off. The Viper 620V Electro-Luminescent Indicator features extremely low current draw and high visibility – a bright blinking panel for security systems as an adjunct to the system Status LED.
Price: U.S. $49.99 Professionally installed
The ultimate in Jeep Wrangler upgrades - The Alpine 9" Multimedia Navigation System
Your life is an adventure. Your active lifestyle is not confined to four walls, so you rely on your Jeep Wrangler for work and play. The X009-WRA is the upgrade you need to keep up with your busy life from work to play. Keep your factory controls and add enhancements like navigation, HDMI, USB, customizable short-cuts, Bluetooth wireless technology and sound settings optimized for your Jeep Wrangler – all controllable through the easy-to-use, large 9-inch touch-screen. With its over-sized screen, integrated system and advanced technology, this premium Alpine system will restyle your Jeep and provide you with an unsurpassed quality driving experience that the factory cannot match.
Price: U.S. $2999.99
Professionally Installed 3 Year Warranty
Keep the Factory Controls
Retains All Wrangler Feature Variations*- EVIC Cluster Display (If Equipped)
- Media Player (If Equipped)
- Tire Pressure Information
- Bluetooth® wireless technology with Voice Commands (If Equipped)
- Steering Wheel Controls
- Parking Sensor integration
- Customizable On-screen Vehicle Information
Wherever Life Takes You, You’re Covered
The Alpine Jeep Wrangler X009-WRA offers reliable navigation to wherever work or play may take you with preloaded NAVTEQ® map data of the United States and Canada, including Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, which translates to maps galore. With turn-by-turn instructions delivered by Text-to-Speech (TTS) technology, street names, freeway numbers and freeway exit names are announced clearly through your vehicle’s audio system. Choose from different intuitive map view options, such as 3D mapping, split map, and turn-by-turn arrow view. This unit also features Alpine's exclusive Graphical User Interface with intuitive screen graphics, so it's easy for you to find your way. Thanks to the included free lifetime traffic service, see the congestion ahead of time so you can choose an alternate route. Get quick and easy directions from start to finish.
Built-In Digital HD Radio®
Alpine does HD. Get all the music and programming you want to hear in a crystal-clear digital format. FM stations with CD-quality sound and AM stations with FM-quality sound, both with virtually no distortion. Extend your music choice further with multi-casting capability HD1, HD2, and HD3 and you'll hear more talk and music content from the stations you already receive. Alpine’s exclusive Smart Reception Management keeps you tuned in to your favorite HD digital sub-channels, even when you’re in an area with limited digital reception. To find stations near you, visit HD Radio.
Satellite Radio Ready
Upgrade your sound experience and expand your entertainment choices by adding SiriusXM satellite radio to your X009-WRA. Using the SiriusXM Connect Vehicle Tuner and a SiriusXM subscription (both required and sold separately), you get access to an expanded channel lineup of new and exclusive commercial-free music, sports and comedy.The Alpine X009-WRA lets you control SiriusXM features including iTunes® Tagging; SiriusXM Replay™ for pause, rewind and replay of up to 30 minutes of live SiriusXM content; Song Alert and Artist Alert for notifications when a favorite song or artist is playing on any channel; and Game Alert™ for notifications when your favorite teams from the NFL, NBA, NHL or college football and basketball leagues are playing live.
See Beyond Traditional Blind Spots
Alpine makes it easy to add Drive Assist camera systems to any Alpine AVN system. Choose from a variety of camera systems that make parking a breeze. Alpine cameras are durable and specifically designed for wide-angle and multi-angle views for front and rear applications.A direct connection ensures the highest picture quality for day or night use. All camera solutions are a perfect match with Alpine's in-dash AVN systems, but they are also compatible with screens from other manufacturers.Add a front thermal image FLIR camera with anaimal and pedestrian detection. Click here for more information
Works with Pandora Internet Radio for iPhone and Android Smartphones
Stream music from your Android smartphone using Alpine’s Advanced technology. With your Android, enjoy easy wireless operation of your favorite Pandora channels with Thumbs Up/Thumbs Down buttons directly on the faceplate, Quick Search features, and even create new Pandora stations and bookmark your favorite tunes on-the-go. Alpine’s Media XPander PRO DSP-Sound Expansion circuitry ensures the best possible sound for streaming music from your Pandora connection. To enjoy the same great Pandora features from your iPhone, simply connect the included iPod / iPhone audio / video cable.
Add a Backup Camera to Your Factory Navigation Screen
Pioneered and designed by an Access 1 Technician, the Aston Martin backup camera integration is the first and only solution to adding backup camera to the 2011+ Aston Martins with Garmin based navigation systems. Our solution is what Aston Martin dealers across the United States utilize to add a rear backup camera or an additional video source.
$699.99 Professionally integrated including the camera!
Want to add a front camera, FLIR thermal imaging camera, or an alternate video source such as an iPad to your navigation screen? we have the ability to add multiple video sources to the Aston Martin backup camera system. Contact us for details
Are you in another state or country and want to add the video integration? You can send in the navigation screen harness and we will modify it for the camera or video input, we also offer same day turn around. Contact us for details.
$299.99 + shipping
NOTE Some of the older vehicles require a different camera integration kit, please let us know which model and year of vehicle you have
Mercedes-Benz E Class HID and LED Lighting Upgrades
Upgrade your Mercedes-Benz halogen headlights to HID lighting giving you the look and feel of the factory installed Bi-Xenon headlights. Our Mercedes-Benz kits are not the same as the cheap "too good too be true" kits found on Amazon or eBay.
Originating in Germany and designed to work with the complicated factory CAN BUS electronics of the Mercedes-Benz, our installed kits come with a 2-year "no hassle" replacement warranty. We do not use resistors that will eventually fail to "trick" the factory system into thinking that the halogen bulbs are installed as the other kits that do not work after one of our infamous winters.
Access 1 Alarm & Audio has "peace of mind solutions" for all Mercedes-Benz vehicles and can upgrade the headlight marker lights with optional LED bulbs as viewed in the before and after images located in our Photo Gallery. CLICK HERE
Available Kits for:
- A Class
- C Class
- E Class
- GL Class
- GLK Class
- GLE Class
- ML Class
- R Class
- S Class
- SL Class
- SLK Class
- Sprinter Vehicles
$299.99 Professionally Installed
$49.99 white LED headlight markers at the time of HID installation
Backup Camera Solutions for 2015 Mercedes-Benz A, B, C, CLA, CLS and GLA Class vehicles.
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 the above listed 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 the "Return" button of the steering wheel controls for 3 seconds.