Category: Cat 2 Immobiliser Systems

  • Thatcham TRI Recognised Installers in Sheffield

    TRI – Thatcham Recognised Installer

    Thatcham TRI recognised installers in Sheffield are very few and far between.  As more and more people try their hand at fitting security systems to vehicles more and more issues arise. Things such as lights on dashboards, vehicles going into ‘limp mode’, vehicles not starting and even safety issues arising from the disconnection of airbags. This may be due to inexperience or even laziness on the part of the installer or installation company.    If you want a truly qualified person/company to work on your vehicle you need to be looking for companys that are Thatcham TRI recognised installers.

    Thatcham TRI Recognised Installers in Sheffield

    Now, there can be confusion between a ‘Thatcham approved security system’ and a ‘Thatcham Recognised Installer’.  A Thatcham approved security system (usually known as a Cat1 or Cat2 for an alarm/immobiliser and Cat5 or Cat6 for a tracking system) is a product that the company who manufactures it has paid a fee to send it through the Thatcham testing procedure to give it the status of an insurance approved system.  An installation company who they then train and certify can fit these products.  A TRI is a company who has gone through a series of checks and tests by Thatcham. Thatcham is the governing body for the motor insurance industry. Once these checks are done you gain accreditation as a TRI.

    Attention to Detail

    Thatcham TRI recognised installers in Sheffield will know their stuff when it comes to fitting security products to your vehicle. You can be rest assured and have peace of mind that the attention to detail will be second to none. Unlike a mobile person who may rush a job due to poor weather. Every customer that has a security system fitted by a Thatcham Recognised Installer will receive an insurance certificate from Thatcham and one from the manufacturer.

  • Professionally Fitted Landrover Defender Security System in Sheffield

    Securing Your Landrover Defender

    If you are the owner of a Landrover Defender then you will understand how easy they are to steal. This is due to the nature of the build and design of the vehicle. The factory alarm system can be bypassed in moments, or the vehicle even towed away. When purchasing one of these vehicles the first thing you need to assess is the level of security it has.  A professionally fitted Landrover Defender security system in Sheffield should be the first thing on your list and the best solution would be an alarm and tracking system.

    Professionally fitted landrover defender security system in Sheffield

    When looking for a professional company to do this for you then there are several questions you may need answering. The first one may be to enquire whether they have done work on a similar vehicle. A professional company based in Sheffield, Source Sounds, are more than adequately equipped to deal with this type of installation.  We have done many Landrover Defenders, from a simple alarm to a combination alarm and tracking system.  If the alarm system was triggered over a period of time the tracking company would call to let you know.  This feature is ideal if the car isn’t in your view.  

    Alarm Features

    Alarm systems range from non insurance approved ones to thatcham category 1 insurance approved systems and features can vary massively between these alarm types.  If the vehicle has a rear spare alloy wheel then this can also be protected by the security system. If there is an attempt to remove this wheel then the alarm system will be triggered and the siren will alert you to this.

    Having a tracker on the vehicle would give you piece of mind if anything were to happen to the vehicle.  If the vehicle is moved without an ignition trigger the tracking company will inform you of the illegal movement. They can pin point its exact location via GPS.

  • Sheffield Car Audio Company Evolve Closes It’s Doors

    Where have all the Audio Specialists gone?

    Sheffield car audio company Evolve closes it's doors

    Another Sheffield car audio company Evolve closes it’s doors in Hillsborough. This highlights the costs involved in being a car audio/security specialist in Sheffield.  The major concern of most customers is whether or not the company they are paying good money to work on their pride and joy have any Public Liability Insurance to cover any mishaps or accidents.  Unfortunately most back street, mobile or one man band companies can’t afford this expense. This is putting your vehicle at risk. They don’t have any insurance cover to be working on it in the first place.  This insurance is even more essential in this day and age.  More and more vehicle manufacturers are using ‘Can Bus’ and ‘Fibre Optics’ when building their new models.

    Having come across many companies in Sheffield who profess to be professional when it comes to quoting on jobs, but when the job is done it looks and feels less than professional.  There is only one company left in Sheffield that can fulfil the needs of the customer which is Source Sounds.  They are insured to work on any vehicle and have the all important insurance in place if the need should ever arise.  

    Installation

    If you were a customer of the companies that have recently closed their doors, namely Evolve and Technicar, then Source Sounds will be able to cover all your needs.  They can provide you with a professional service with excellent product and vehicle knowledge.  They have a fully equipped workshop with all the tools needed for integrating into the Can Bus and Data systems.  The shop always has stock of good quality audio brands such as Hertz, Audison, Rainbow, Alpine and Kenwood.

    If you live in the outlying areas of Sheffield, namely Rotherham, Doncaster and Worksop then don’t worry.  Source Sounds are within a few minutes of the M1 motorway. They are only a quick drive away and are still your local Independant Car Audio Specialist.