The programming for the blade al was ridiculous...push it in and turn the key on, wait for light, turn key off and done.
Over all it is a high quality product that works well. I love the ez-go access since I do not have the smart key. Compustar gives you the most flexibility with options and products ive seen, you can really cater the unit to what you need.
The last DEI products I installed were years ago and it was a wire by wire installation which is a totally different beast than a can-bus installation. The first remote start i had in the 4runner was a audiovox rs/flcan bypass. the bypass and alarm/remote
Also you must learn tachless mode before it will remote start.
I think you mean it's super easy to program right.
Flcan and ads alca can both be used as stand alone and a rf kit can be added to it in some applications. Video with Lexus is such a application.
Learning tach is super easy. No tach less mode. Turn key on and hit remote start button.
I also thought the install was pretty easy but I use to install alarms up to about six years ago. It really makes it nice that everything you need is in one unit. I didn't think the blade-al programming was too bad. Actually went pretty easy for me. Compustar's diagrams, some terminology and wiring guides are laid out different than DEI as well. I combed over it a few times before I started to familiarize myself with it. Because the blade-al works with can-bus so well, there are less wires to hook up.
It does seem like a higher quality system compared to DEI. A lot of flexibility and options to choose from.
I use to install DEI at my former job. DEI systems worked good for us for many years but quality seemed to slip in 2008-09. Our shop started having issues with not only the alarm/RS brains but also some bypass modules. It was a huge pain for us as an independent shop. During that time DEI didn't treat us the best either. It was one of the reasons I quit installing alarms altogether back then.
My favorite feature is the Drone Mobile app. I use it quite a bit. Makes the 2-way fobs unnecessary.
Thanks for the feed back. Blade is super easy to program and very flexible unit.
After using Puffin as recommended by another member works great! But cost about a dollar for six months of Flash. I am opposed to flash as it is security riddled, but that is another story. On to the meat and potatoes so to speak.
I like how this one is setup. Used to be an installer years ago so installation is not a problem though I have a few questions as it has been years and I am not familiar with these products or some of newer Immobilizer setups.
1. I assume the Idatalink module overrides the Immobilizer? If so how is this programed? Can it be done by an end user or does it need special hardware to program it?
2. I could not see as this was just a remote start system how is it interfacing with the factory alarm? Through the Idatalink module?
3. If one where to go this route what are the exact modules and parts needed? IE datalink model, compustar model, ez go, drone mobile,
Etc.
4. Does the drone mobile need to have a subscription for basic functions from the phone. I assume you would need to be able to receive a cell signal for it to function? Could be an issue in my area.
5. What would I gain by moving up to Alarm over the factory? Would it mostly be accessory ability such as glass break and other sensors. Capability to roll down windows, open rear hatch? If I where wanting to be able to roll down the rear hatch window for the times my dog is in there in her kennel or be able to open the rear hatch to let her out what Compustar parts would I need to do so and still have the remote start as well as what parts would I need to have to make this happen.
6. Any install tips,on these newer 4runner? Like I said it has been over 10 Years since I touched a vehicle. Alot has changed since then.
7. Does someone have a copy of the current wiring diagrams for the vehicle? Could look over at 12volt but thought I would ask. No longer have any subscriptions to look it up otherwise.
Thanks
1. No, I would flash it for you unless you buy a Web link updating tool and then sign up for a account that they voice verify and Google map your physical location.only after you get referral by your sales rep. Easy lol.
2. It's not just a remote starter. It's a data interface module that is not bypassing the immobilizer. It's interfacing with it. It literally talks to the vehicle via can bus. Sends all the commands that way.
3. Yes you nailed it. And add in some documentation, some notes from me. First time maybe 3 hours. 2 are reading and familiarization. 1 actually installing and assembly at most.
4. Great assumptions. Yes, but not voice like you are used to. Data service. It's small packets that can be sent 2g/3g/4G or lte. Off topic, but. ..look at the vending machines. On top there is a little black box. That's a machine to machine communication device. That's how the soda machine talks to home office to tell it's status. Same concept. That's why compustar choose the largest most reliable network, Verizon.
Subcription goes like this, first 3 months free then 50 per year or 120 for 3 for basic service and then there is premium services for additional charge. I'm not sure of pricing on that. Download Drone app to see current pricing
5. Another great question. You start with a remote starter. With all the other brands you stuck, if you wanted alarm later. Compustar, change some settings add siren, led, shock sensor. You done basically.
Rolling down window, I have not looked into doing that mod on a 5th Gen. Personally don't know how to do it since I was never into it that far.although I did do it on my 4th green where others have failed while using a aftermarket system.
6. Tips, yes you get them once my package arrives on your doorstep. Lol, it's real easy. It's like riding a bike, you never sorta forget how.
7. Honestly it's simple.
Ignition harness area
Horn wire
Ignition
Starter one
Starter two
Accessory
12 constant
Ignition 2
3 wires at obd2 connector
Can high
Can low
Data
Side of bcm.you will be staring at it all day long when you do the install.
2 wires
Parking lights and another data line.
That's it. No brake, no hood, no tach, no door locks, no disarm wire, no door triggers nothing else.
Hey compustar doesn't own me. If they did, I would not be on a public forum recommending someone I don't know to install them. That's just nuts. If compustar was like apple, they would be telling me I can't do this and that. ..go find a work around, well that's dei.
Dei told their customers they are no longer able to do 3x lock to start like in my video with the white TRD pro with their bypass modules. That's dei dictating what's going to happen. Compustar asks what would you like to see happen.
That's where the I mafia comes from.
This post took me half hour to respond to and edit so it doesn't sound crazy. My first post was 3 minutes and it was 15 words or less. So thanks for taking me up on my offer for questions, you are not allowed anymore for 2 weeks. Lol joke.