Category Archives: Reviews

So much more then a list of features!

MPT Carpentry Review

Posted on February 28, 2022 by Julian

Getting a bad review is never pleasant. I want my customers to be happy with my service. Happy customers mean repeat business and referrals, which is enough to motivate me to get things right. The issue I have with online … Continue reading →

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Viper 3400V

Posted on July 14, 2021 by Julian

The Viper 3400V is the replacement for the 3100. It’s the new entry-level alarm system so what’s new? First off are the 4 button remote controls. Whilst not new (the 7145V remote is found with other Viper alarms) they are … Continue reading →

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Cobra AK4698

Posted on October 15, 2016 by Julian

The Cobra AK4698 is the replacement for the discontinued AK4198 which set the benchmark for Remote Upgrade Alarms back in 2008. I have installed hundreds of them over the years. Given this, the AK4698 has very high standards to meet. The AK4698 … Continue reading →

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Cobra AB3868

Posted on August 9, 2016 by obsessed

As with all other Cobra alarms the AB3868 has a siren which is shrill, loud and attention grabbing when set off, exactly the way any good car alarm should be. It can also be programed for what ever volume you desire for the arm and dis-arm chirps. Continue reading →

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Viper 3102V

Posted on March 14, 2016 by Julian

At first glance, the Viper 3102V looks very similar to the 3105V. It comes the same 4 button remote controls and the basic operations are the same, but there are some subtle differences between the two models. First off I’ll … Continue reading →

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Autowatch 500RLi Motorcycle Alarm

Posted on January 12, 2016 by Julian

The 500RLi is a Motorcycle alarm with dual immobiliser from Autowatch. It features a 109 dB siren (not battery back-up). The immobiliser self-arms 30 seconds after the ignition is turned off. The alarm has a built-in impact/tilt sensor to protect … Continue reading →

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Viper SmartStart GPS VSM250i

Posted on April 23, 2015 by Julian

Update July 2019: SmartStart is no longer supported in New Zealand and Australia. It has now been replaced with the Vipertraq VSQ500. Viper NZ has an upgrade program to help replace any old units. Details can be found here… SmartStart … Continue reading →

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Viper 3606V

Posted on April 1, 2015 by Julian

The 3606V is the top of the line Viper security system and is 2 way remote capable. It’s packed with options including a fully open ESP2 port that gives you the option of adding a data battery back-up siren and securing from remote … Continue reading →

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Viper 7856V Remote

Posted on April 1, 2015 by Julian

The 7856V is a two way LCD remote by Viper. It looks almost the same as the one way 7656V  remote that comes with the 3606V alarm but has additional LED’s to notify you if the alarm has triggered. Long Range … Continue reading →

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Viper 7756V Remote

Posted on April 1, 2015 by Julian

The 7756V is a Two way LCD Remote by Viper. This means the remote can both transmit and receive information from the alarm system so you’ll know what state your alarm is in even if you are not by your … Continue reading →

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