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Old Feb 9, 2006 | 04:28 PM
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Default Viper 791/771xv(alarm) Review

Hello everyone,

i just got the 791xv installed on my 97 integra and just wanted to do a review from the people that were considering buying it....

Pro:
-awesome alarm system... not super sensitive (exhaust will not set it off)... and i got it for 200shipped (http://www.pricegrabber.com/search_g...&search=791+xv)

-"turbo timer mode" allows car to cool down for set period of time

-passive lock and passive security systems are incredible
-passive lock = 30 seconds after the car is started w/ keys in ignition... the doors will automatically lock (similar to newer cars)
-passive arm = 30 seconds after all the doors are closed and car is shut off... car will automatically arm just in case you forget to set or you are busy

-programming and valet switch very easy to understand and makes programming additional things (passive/active arming/locking) very simple to do even if the installer did not program the style that you would prefer.

-a quick glance through the book will give you the options to program and alter several things about the alarm

-has a default alternator cutoff (30 seconds after car is armed... starter will not work, until disarmed/key in ignition

thats about all i can think of as far as PRO's ... there is plenty more... i just haven't figured it out yet...

CONS:
-annoying beep from remote (can be changed but i haven't figured out how to yet)

-very difficult to install... so even with extensive electrical knowledge... generally easier and less of a headache to let installer do for you

-because of the several features... one button or combination on the remote can enable/disable things that you did not plan to enable/disable... makes difficult to carry around in tight pocket/purse


so far it has done everything i want and more

any questions/comments/concerns post here or PM me ...

-ryan
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