Category: Cat 5 Tracking Systems

  • Thatcham Cat 5 Tracking System fitted in Rotherham

    Thatcham cat 5 tracking system fitted in Rotherham

    If you own an expensive vehicle it’s likely that you will need to have a Thatcham Cat 5 tracking system fitted in Rotherham. Vehicles are getting much harder to steal and it is beyond the capabilities of all but the professional criminal.  The response from the car thieves has been to focus on breaking into premises to steal the vehicle keys.  To try and combat this trend of key theft manufacturers have been working on new tracking products.  The new products have modern technologies with the ability for remote immobilisation, hence Cat 5.

    The main features of a Cat 5 tracking system are Battery Disconnect Alert, Driver Recognition Tags, Police approval immobilisation trigger, Illegal Motion Detection, Positional Data Store and an Approved Secure Operating Centre. 

    Which Category?

    The major differences between Cat 5 and Cat 6 tracking systems are the Driver Recognition tags and the Police immobilisation.  Once notified that a vehicle theft has taken place the Police can, at a safe point in time, send a signal to immobilise a stolen vehicle. As soon as the vehicle is parked up and the ignition off it will not restart.

    Thatcham cat 5 tracking system fitted in Rotherham

    If you are in the Rotherham area and need of a Cat 5 fitted then Source Sounds have the answer.  We are Thatcham TRI installers and can install Thatcham Cat 5 tracking systems to any make of vehicle.  The Cat 5 tracking system also gives a secure online portal with private and business mileage via a personal account.

    We would recommend using a SmarTrack Cat 5 which is £650.  There is an annual subscription of £199 or we offer a 3 year subscription of £570, saving you £27.

    If you require a Thatcham Cat 5 tracking system fitted or a Cat 6 please contact us via telephone on 0114 257 1550.

  • 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.

  • Thatcham Cat 5 Tracking System Fitted in Sheffield

    Protecting Your Vehicle

    If you own an expensive vehicle you will probably require a Thatcham Cat 5 tracking system fitted in Sheffield.

    Without the keys, modern cars in Sheffield are much harder to steal and beyond the capabilities of all but the most sophisticated thief.  The criminal response has been to focus on stealing the keys in order to steal the car.  To tackle this trend of key theft Thatcham have been working with the manufacturers to develop new product. These products are state of the art with the ability for remote immobilisation, hence Cat 5.

    Features

    The main features of a Cat 5 tracking system are: Battery Back Up, 2 way communication, Street Level Mapping, Police or Licensed Security Agreement, Positional Data Store, Illegal Motion Detection, Driver Identification, Approved Secure Operating Centre, Engine Crank Inhibition and Level 1 Police Response.

    In a nutshell, the major difference between a Cat 5 and a Cat 6 tracking system is the Police Response.  Once notified that a vehicle theft has taken place, the Police can send a signal to immobilise a stolen vehicle.  This is usually done when the vehicle is stationary with the ignition off.  Once the ignition is off the vehicle will not start and the Police will already be on their way to recover the stolen vehicle.

    Installation

    Thatcham Cat 5 tracking system fitted in Sheffield

    If you are in the Sheffield, Barnsley, Rotherham, Doncaster or Worksop area and need a Cat 5 tracking system to be fitted then Source Sounds have the answer. We are fully approved TRI qualified to supply and install tracking systems to any vehicle.  SmarTrack Cat 5 is the best of the bunch with a price of £700. The annual subscription is £199 or we offer a 3 year subscription at £570 saving you £27.

    The Thatcham Cat 5 tracking system fitted in Sheffield gives you piece of mind for vehicle security. It also gives you a secure online portal with Private and Business mileage reporting via your own personal account.

  • 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.