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Sound of Tri-State is the leader in sales, service and installation of vehicle security and remote start systems.

We employ highly trained Mobile Electronics Certified Professionals (MECP). Protect your vehicle with a security system that provides protection when you are away from your vehicle. Warm up or cool down your vehicle before you step out into the weather with an alarm that includes remote engine starter. 

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Stay inside a nice warm home while your vehicle warms up!

No more running outside to start the car, and then running back inside to keep warm. And if you're at work, no more sitting in a cold car with shivers for 5+ minutes while it warms up and your windshield defrosts. Simply push a button to start your vehicle from inside the warmth of your own home or office. 

Getting a remote start system installed into your vehicle can save you time and make driving in cold (or hot ) weather far less of a chore than it usually is. With literally a push of a button (or from an app on your smartphone), you can make this year's switch to cold temperatures as smooth as the ice that will soon be disappearing from your windshield. It's more affordable than you might think!

How Remote Start Works

Remote starts are easy for any driver to use: simply press a button on your remote (or via an app on your smartphone) from your cozy location indoors and the vehicle turns on. You can also turn off your car using your remote if your plans have changed. The vehicle will stay locked until you unlock it and you'll know the remote start worked because your parking lights will flash to confirm that the signal was successful. It is important to keep in mind that you will need to actually turn your key in the ignition (or press start) in order to put your car into gear.

What Else Can a Remote Start Do?

We explained how a basic remote start works but there are many models that come with extra features that can further enhance the convenience of a remote start system. There are systems that can also include complete security, temperature sensors that automatically start the car when the temperature falls to a set level, the ability to start your car from anywhere in the world via your SmartPhone (see Viper SmartStart Plans or Drone Mobile), and other fantastic features.

You have a lot of options when it comes to remote start systems and if you give us a call at 877-558-3229 and choose the store closest to you, or simply come in, we can help you choose what will work best for your vehicle and lifestyle. We will make sure that the remote start is compatible with your vehicle and that it is installed correctly.

Will having a remote start installed void my factory warranty?

No. Under the terms of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Improvement Act, no new car warranty can be instantly voided simply by the addition of any aftermarket (non-factory) product, including vehicle security products. However, if the added device is of poor quality, or is installed incorrectly, issues of warranty can be brought into play. Your best choice is to always have any system installed by a professionally authorized dealer.

Is there a warranty?

Yes, all of our remote starts include a lifetime warranty on labor. Also the warranty notes are on the warranty tab of each product for parts and labor.

Is my car covered in the basic bypass price?

In most cases you are covered with our package price. Some exotic vehicles like Subaru, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, SAAB, VW, and Land Rover require our advanced installation (call 877-558-3229 and choose the store option that suits you for an estimate).

What is your schedule to get this unit installed once purchased?

We do almost three thousand remote starts every season, more than any other single store in the area. Our schedule is very busy but we will do our best to fit you in! We do require that Remote Start customers drop their vehicle off at 9am, and pick it up when we give you a call before our end of business day. In other words it may be here from 9am to closing, but we will get it back to you the same day.

I am interested in getting this for my vehicle but has a push button starter? Can we use your remote start?

Yes we do Push Button to Start vehicles every day! In most cases it’s the same price too!

I have a vehicle with door lock/unlock on the key, will I still be able to use that?

Yes we recommend the Viper 4816V or the Compustar R3 for those types of vehicles!

Do your Remote Starts give you confirmation the vehicle was started?

Yes our one way systems turn on the parking lights of the vehicle, our 2-way systems give a command back right on your remote to let you know the vehicle started.

I found it cheaper somewhere else, why?

Most places wont tell you about the “Bypass” until you come into their store for your appointment. By then its too late and you have to buy it for an extra $100 or more. We have packages including installation and including bypass module listed on our website, you just need to make sure your purchasing the correct model for your vehicle.  If your car needs a more advanced integration we will tell you before any work begins on your vehicle. That’s just how we do business. Feel free to call at 877-558-3229 or come in and speak to a product specialists for more information.

What is remote engine starting, and why do I need it?

Remote start is the convenience of being able to start your vehicle’s engine by remote control (or smartphone app). Start your car with the push of a button (or from a smartphone app), from the comfort of your own home or office, with our remote starts. In the winter, remote start is a lifesaver – you’ll wonder how you ever survived without it as you venture outside on freezing mornings, and step into the pre-warmed interior of a vehicle that’s ready to go. In the summer, remote start cools your vehicle before you even arrive inside. Remote Start can even be programmed to run your engine at pre-selected intervals during the day or night, circulating the oil and ensuring that your car will start every time, no matter what the elements throw at you! Just preset your car’s climate controls upon exiting, and your remote start will do the rest!

What is a Bypass?

A Bypass is an extra part needed to integrate with your vehicles key. Most newer vehicles come with a transponder or microchip embedded in the actual key. When your key is presented to the ignition of the vehicle for starting, the vehicle looks for this code as well as the traditional teeth of the key being cut correctly to start the vehicle. The bypass presents this same code only while the remote start is starting the vehicle. This allows the vehicle to actually start. Just look for the remote starts that indicate that basic bypass and installation is included. Keep in mind, some vehicles require an advanced bypass and sometimes even a combination of one or more extra components. These vehicles are rare and you are more than welcome to call us at 877-558-3229 to discuss what your vehicle needs.

How long does it take to put on my car?

Most cars take between 4-5 hours to complete. During the remote start season, however, everyone wants to get an appointment as soon as possible. One way we are able to service so many customers is to have vehicles dropped off at 9:00 am and have them ready by the end of that same day.

What is a 2 way?

2 Way Remote start not only sends a command to the vehicle to start, lock or unlock; but also receives a command back from the vehicle to the remote verifying that the command was accepted. This is great if you can’t see the vehicle to know if it is running, your remote will tell you!

My vehicle does not have a keyless entry control – will this system allow me to unlock my doors remotely?

If your vehicle has power locks – YES. If your vehicle does not have power locks it is an additional charge per door to add the motor to allow the remote start to lock and unlock the door(s). Call us for more information 877-558-3229 Choose the store option that suits you.

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