Instructions
Warning! Security measures
Please observe the following safety precautions at all times:
- This PANTERA SLK-625RS security system is a complex electronic device, so its installation should only be carried out by a qualified specialist from an authorized service center.
- If installed correctly, this PANTERA SLK-625RS system allows you to remotely start the car engine when a signal is supplied from the key fob transmitter. Never use the remote engine start feature if the vehicle is located in an area that does not provide adequate ventilation. The safety precautions listed below must be observed primarily by the user himself; however, the installer should be sure to make the user aware of these safety precautions.
1. Never use the remote engine start feature while the vehicle is located in a fully or partially enclosed area that does not have ventilation (such as a garage).
2. Responsibility for the correct use of key fobs-transmitters and their storage in a place where children and strangers cannot take them lies entirely with the owner. Paying special attention will help to avoid accidental remote starting of the car engine.
3. The owner of the car must install a carbon monoxide detector (carbon monoxide) in a residential area that is located next to where the car is parked. All doors leading from living spaces to a garage (an enclosed or partially enclosed parking area) must be kept closed at all times. Responsibility for compliance with these safety measures rests entirely with the vehicle owner.
- Failure to follow the rules and procedures for using the PANTERA SLK-625RS security system may result in property damage, personal injury or death. Therefore, never remotely start your car's engine while it is in gear.
- After installing the remote vehicle engine start module, immediately check the correct operation of the PANTERA SLK-625RS system in accordance with the procedure given in this manual. Installation should only be carried out by a qualified technician from an authorized service center. The operation of the car engine remote start system when the car is in gear completely contradicts the operating algorithm provided for this module. The ability of the remote engine start system to operate under these conditions could result in property damage or injury to others. You must immediately stop using this PANTERA SLK-625RS system, repair or disable the installed vehicle remote engine start module. In this case, the manufacturer does not bear any responsibility and does not reimburse the costs of installation and dismantling of the PANTERA SLK-625RS system.
What you must remember when installing the PANTERA SLK-625RS system:
Before installing the PANTERA SLK-625RS system- Before installing the PANTERA SLK-625RS system, please read these instructions completely. Installation of the PANTERA SLK-625RS remote engine start system requires connection to many standard vehicle systems. Many new vehicles have low-voltage or multi-channel systems that can
be damaged when using low-impedance test instruments such as test lights or logic probes (which are used to test computers). Use only a high-quality digital multimeter to test all vehicle's original circuits before connecting the system you are installing.
- If your vehicle is equipped with a pre-programmed radio, never disconnect the battery. Also, be careful not to disconnect the battery if the vehicle is equipped with an airbag. Many safety systems that use air bags will display a specific diagnostic code through warning indicator lights after power is removed. After disconnecting battery You will need to erase this code, which may require a trip to an authorized service center.
- Determine with the user where to install the System Status LED and Valet Push Button Switch.
- Remove the fuse for the power supply circuit for the car's interior lighting. This will prevent accidental battery discharge.
- Roll down the car windows to avoid accidentally being locked in while installing the system.
After installing the system
- Check all functions of the PANTERA SLK-625RS system.
- When checking the system, do not forget that it has a protection function against repeated false alarms, which allows you to temporarily disable security zones that are repeatedly triggered within a certain period of time. In this case, it will seem that this security zone is not working.
Refer to the "False Alarm Anti-False" section in the User's Manual.
- Before completing the installation of the system by reinstalling all the removed standard vehicle parts, carry out all the checks given in the section “Checking the operation of the remote start system” in this Manual.
The Pantera SLK-625RS car alarm, a fairly sensational model among car enthusiasts, has been released this model at the turn of 2012 - 2013 and received a large number of disapproving reviews from car owners and professional servicemen.
In 2014, the Pantera SLK-625RS ver.2 model was discontinued (the second revision of the model) and ver.3 appeared (the third update of this model).
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The alarm system belongs to the segment of universal middle-class security systems. It has all the necessary functions for comfortable operation and good protection of the car. What are its features and where do so many dissatisfied car owners come from? This is exactly what we will examine in this article. Let's start with the characteristics, security functions:
- extended operating radius (remote control - 1000m for the main key fob and 450 for the additional one, respectively);
- extended notification radius for key fobs (2000 m for the main key fob and 700 m for the additional one);
- 2 outputs for additional engine blocking;
- presence of an immobilizer;
- advanced anti-hijacking mode (Anti-HJ);
- two-stage door unlocking;
- self-diagnosis and bypass of non-working areas;
- 7 independent security areas;
- possibility of remote control using GSM (you need to purchase an additional GSM module);
- “silent” operating mode;
- panic mode;
- recording logs for the last 2 system activations.
So, the system does not have advanced functions for protecting the car, such as: dual dialogue code, individual encryption keys and protection against radio signal interception. This is the first obvious drawback - the system does not remain protected on all fronts and an attacker is tempted to intercept the radio signal and take advantage of it.
Perhaps the system can provide the user with a wide range of control functions? Let's consider the remaining characteristics of the system:
- “comfort” function;
- engineering mode (Valet);
- the ability to call the owner;
- “car search” function;
- additional channel for controlling the trunk actuator or other device;
- opening/closing door locks by ignition;
- car shutdown using a timer;
- presence of a turbo timer;
- the presence of intelligent programmable autostart (by timer, by temperature -25/-20/-15/-5);
- adapted work with diesel and turbodiesel internal combustion engines;
- output of service information to the main key fob (mains voltage; engine speed; oil pressure sensor indication);
- key fob charge indicator.
The necessary “gentleman’s set” of controls is available in this security complex, programmable autostart, additional outputs for devices, etc. without obvious disadvantages. Let's go further - take a look at the alarm package, it includes:
At first glance, the Panther SLK-625RS turned out to be not the worst - everything is fine with the package, there is a set of all the necessary functions for operation. However, according to professional car services specializing in car protection, the alarm turned out to be extremely “crude” and unfinished. Users also note various problems with this particular model.
Traditionally for this brand, this kit is rich in a variety of various functions
This is another representative of the large Bilarm family; besides it, the Alligator S-875RS is also included in the review. Like all “bilarms”, Pantera SLK-625RS has a “truncated” radio channel, in which the control range is significantly inferior to the warning range. Which, you see, is not entirely convenient for remote starting. To be fair, let's say that the difference in ranges exists in all signaling systems with two-way communication - it is due to too different conditions reception and transmission in key fobs and in the car. The dimensions of the antenna and the amount of energy consumed play a role here... Billarm systems at least do not hide (well, or almost do not hide...) this difference (however, for the sake of the same fairness, let’s say that it is “Bilarm” that has this difference the largest). Traditionally, the Pantera SLK-625RS is rich in functions, which include two programmable service channels (one of them can operate in “latch” mode), a separate control actuator status input (which allows you to organize a full-fledged central locking without an external module), independent ( from arming) an immobilizer, turning the security system on and off with a service button (coded, of course, and the bit depth of the code is chosen by the owner himself), a patented version of the anti-hijack (AVR), which is triggered when the door is opened (however, this function is absolutely unclaimed by users, like others anti-robbery options). There is only one standard blocking in the system, built-in, but no one bothers you to use service channels for additional blocking, which in this case- again, according to the manufacturer’s tradition - are called channels “2” and “3”. That there is “channel 1” is known only to them, the manufacturers. This, as well as the excessive use of terms that are incomprehensible to the average person (which then have to be deciphered anyway - isn’t it better to immediately abandon them?) can be blamed on the instructions. A specialist Those who know that “channel 1” is the central locking control will like this instruction. The launch module is built-in here, it works according to a shortened algorithm. The fact is that there are also “Panthers” with indices 650 and 675, and it is in them that the fully functional 
autostart. This turns out to be a mini-line of three modifications within one brand. Marketing is serious business. Therefore, it will be easier to name what the 625th modification lacks. And it does not have the function of triggering by temperature and voltage. And from additional functions- checking the reason for a possible non-start (via the service button). When looking at printed circuit board we had a feeling of deja vu - once seen. And it does not deceive: as in the case of the tandem “Leopard” - “Cenmax”, “Panther” is very similar to the mentioned “Alligator” - it has the same ultra-small TYCO relays, the same recognizable installation... And The Alligator brand has models with indexes 825 and 850, which fully correspond to the same Panthers. Even the keychains in both sets are similar, they differ only in the color of the backlight. But Alligator is still more functional.
Classic class
Points 4 (5)
Average price $220
BY PASSPORT
Shock sensor external, piezo
Blocking relay built-in, N/R
Siren included
Information www.bilarm.ru
pros: Excellent component base, neat assembly, large set of functions
Minuses: Truncated version of the launcher, unclear instructions
Verdict: A little expensive for a security kit of this level