"StarLine M21": installation instructions, diagram, reviews

Car security systems StarLine occupy a leading position in the market due to a wide range of functions and affordable cost. One of the most popular models is "StarLine M21" - a compact GSM-module with enhanced functionality, with which you can remotely control the vehicle. The device can be used both independently and simultaneously with any car alarm. At the same time, it is possible to monitor different points of the machine by connecting to three built-in inputs of the device.

The vehicle is controlled by means of SMS messages, phone calls or special software on iOS or Android platforms installed on mobile gadgets. The charge of the car battery is greatly saved by a thoughtful and efficient power system.

Equipment

Virtually all StarLine modules are similarly equipped and easy to install. The "StarLine M21" module is as follows:

• System unit of the device.
• Adapter for connection to car alarm.
• Wires for connection.
• Resistor.
• SIM card.
• Installation instructions for "StarLine M21".
• LED sensor.
• High sensitivity microphone.

Communication with the system is established after the installation of StarLine M21 and a SIM card via a mobile phone. The owner of the vehicle can choose the most convenient way to manage the three offered.

Design

GSM-module "StarLine M21" is small in size and completely sealed, which allows you to install it in hard-to-reach places in the car. The unit is supplied with the installation and operation manual, which details the installation, setup and further use of the device.

Module Features

"StarLine M21" works with any SIM-cards of all GSM-operators. In the module settings, you can specify four different numbers to which notifications will be sent, regardless of their location. For each number, you can configure individual message settings.

When synchronized with the car alarm, the module instantly notifies the owner of the vehicle of any operation: opening the doors, starting the engine, opening the trunk or hood, or triggering shock or tilt sensors. Additional channels can be used to turn on when the alarm is activated, arm and disarm, listen to the saloon.

When using telemetry StarLine M21 as an independent security system, three main channels are used to monitor the car: they are connected to the sensors of the hood, luggage compartment, doors, brake pedal or handbrake. The text and the notification method can be programmed separately for each interface. The owner of the car is immediately notified in case of unauthorized activation of the controlled area.

When connecting "StarLine M21" to "Binar 5D SV" from the module, you can send a special command that muffles the engine of the car when trying to steal it. The device provides a function to prohibit the management of any numbers except for the vehicle owner number.

Why choose StarLine M21?

Modules "StarLine" have a wide range of functions and a lot of advantages, thanks to which drivers get an effective device for driving. As evidenced by the feedback on the StarLine M21 system, one can distinguish such advantages of the security system as:

• Tracking on the vehicle's digital location bus.
• High accuracy of car location.
• Ability to work with cellular networks in LBS mode.
• Write in the SIM-card module four numbers, which will be sent messages and make calls. Alerts for each number are configured separately.
• Work in a wide temperature range from -40 to +85 degrees.
• The SIM card does not lose its efficiency in the temperature range from -45 to +105 degrees.
• Request from the device data on the status of the balance card, battery level, signal level.
• When the driver exceeds the maximum permissible speed, the system sends the corresponding report.

The module "StarLine M21" works with LBS, GSM and GPS systems, which provides a high speed response to the problem and rapid notification of the owner of the vehicle. The text for notifications is recorded by the owner himself in the module's memory.

In the instruction "StarLine M21" additional functions are indicated: engine blocking, automatic and remote start of the motor, heating function, arming and disarming. The module is installed in a few minutes, the adjustment can be carried out by means of special software using standard SMS commands. In the installation instructions for the StarLine M21, the whole process of setting up the device is described in detail. In the text of the message sent to the vehicle owner, the exact cause of the alarm is indicated. The module works continuously and perfectly tracks the car. To ensure the safety and protection of the vehicle, experts recommend installing two modules simultaneously.

Determination of coordinates

"StarLine M21" tracks the location of the vehicle with the help of cellular network stations. The accuracy in this case is 100-250 meters.

Control

The car owner can manage the alarm and GPS module in three different ways:

1. The application for mobile devices on Android, Windows and iOS /.
2. A voice call to the number of the module "StarLine M21".
3. Via SMS message.

Notifications

In the memory module "StarLine" you can make four phone numbers, which will be sent to alerts about events that occur with the car. Each of these rooms can be controlled by a security complex. For each of the numbers, you can set an individual method of notification, as indicated in the instructions for the StarLine M21. Additional channels can also be connected to the module.

Security functions

Module "StarLine" can be used as a separate alarm device, and together with other alarms. The "StarLine M21" scheme allows connecting limit switches: the module has 3 separate inputs, to which end switches are connected. The car owner is notified by the module when any of the connected outputs is triggered.

When attempting to steal a vehicle, its owner can lock the engine by means of an SMS message or a call.

Autostart Engine

As in any other security car system, and in the module, there are four types of engine autorun: according to the alarm clock, ambient temperature, remote and time interval.

Pre-heater control

In the responses to the StarLine M21, the owners note that the module can be used as a means of controlling the regular autonomous heaters. They are connected to the device through a special channel for the heaters.

Ergonomics

The compact dimensions of the module and the integrated GSM antenna allow to install the main unit of the module into the hard-to-reach place of the car interior.

Heat resistance

The manufacturer creates modules "StarLine" taking into account the Russian climate, so the devices can function in the temperature range from -45 to +85 degrees.

Additional functions

LBS-technology allows you to track the location of the vehicle using the module "StarLine". The device is highly heat resistant and can operate in the temperature range from -45 to +105 degrees and is resistant to high humidity, shocks and vibrations.

The owner of the car can receive certain information from the GSM-module: the battery charge level, the balance of the device's SIM card, the GSM signal level and the exceeding of the maximum speed level. You can install the StarLine M21 both independently and in specialized centers.

The differences of the device from analogues

• Different ways of management.
• Separate software for mobile devices.
• Support for LBS technology.
• Three control outputs.
• Connecting the module to the engine start button.
• Autonomous operation from the alarm system.
• Compact size.
• Domestic production.

Mobile App

On smartphones on the operating systems Windows Phone 8, Android and iOS installed special software StarLine. On the phone you can get detailed information about the state of the vehicle:

• Engine temperature.
• Battery charge.
• Temperature in the cabin.

The application automatically notifies the owner of the vehicle of the balance. Alarm zones are intuitively understood in the application. A detailed history of the module's operations opens. The screen of the smartphone displays information about the current location of the car. Owners of the StarLine M21 module, released before 2014 and equipped with a sticker for telematics 2.0, can fully monitor the car with full display of information about the route, speed and tracks.

Modules "StarLine M21" and M31: similarity

Car alarms, coupled with the Starline M21 and M31 security and telematics modules turn into full-featured multi-functional security and service systems. Modules can be used in conjunction with car alarms from both the StarLine manufacturer and other manufacturers. Manage systems through such modules can be at any points in the presence of coverage of GSM-network.

Both models are characterized by the following distinguishing features: the determination of the coordinates of the car through LBS technology and the management of systems through a mobile phone. Intuitive and convenient applications for smartphones are offered by the manufacturer on a free basis - you can download them from the official StarLine website.

The management of car alarms through modules is carried out in the following ways:

• Through apps for smartphones based on Android and iOS.
• Via a phone call to the module number or by sending a text message.

"StarLine M21" and M31 read sim cards of any operators. Up to four telephone numbers with individual settings for each of them can be entered in the module memory. When the security system triggers, the module sends detailed information on the reason for the response to the vehicle owner.

Modules can be used as independent security systems, since they have three inputs, to which limit switches are connected. Sending a simple command via SMS or the application can block the car engine when trying to steal it. The functionality of both models allows remote control of pre-start heaters and prohibit system control from all numbers, except for the vehicle owner's number.

The differences between the StarLine M21 and M31 modules

Unlike the M21, the M31 module determines the vehicle's coordinates not only with LBS technology, but also with GPS. Actually, the presence of a GPS-receiver is the main difference between one model and another. Having sent the appropriate request, the owner of the vehicle can get the coordinates of the car and a link, the passage of which will allow you to see the location of the car on the map.

The "StarLine M21" module can be controlled and programmed via 42 commands. In contrast, the M31 supports over 50 programming and control commands.

The advantage of the StarLine M31 is the presence of a microphone, the sensitivity of which is controlled remotely from the owner's mobile phone. The microphone allows you to listen to conversations in the car.

In addition, the M31 module notifies the owner about the vehicle leaving the fixed control zone and starts the engine of the car without a car alarm.