Car thefts can happen anywhere at anytime, even in your very own driveway. Countless people have woken up to find their vehicles missing, and while immediately filing a police report is the best thing you can do in this situation, there is nevertheless precious and valuable time that is inevitably wasted during that time, and which can hinder the chances of finding your car in tact, or if at all.
With the AUTO-CONTACT by GAR Security, you'll be notified immediately if your car falls victim to theft! The AUTO-CONTACT is a wireless device that is designed to work with any control panel and wireless receiver, so it can be easily integrated into your existing home alarm system with the simple purchase of a wireless transmitter. The AUTO-CONTACT comes in the shape of a mat/pad made entirely of durable EPDM material (ethylene propylene diene M-class rubber) that is resistant to ozone, oxidants and severe weather conditions, and is meant to be placed on your home's driveway where your vehicle must be parked directly on top of it. In the event your vehicle is stolen, the wireless transmitter within the AUTO-CONTACT (sold separately) will immediately activate the alarm inside your home and notify you of the event the second the vehicle is removed off the pad.
The AUTO-CONTACT can be used with all types of vehicles, including motorcycles, trailers, lawn mowers, boats, golf carts, etc.
Features:
- Works in conjunction with any home or commercial security system with wireless capability
- Is ideal for a wide variety of motor vehicles and motorized equipment
- Allows the choice between wireless and hardwire installations
- Features user-friendly programming into the control panel
- Provides real-time monitoring
- Is manufactured with EPDM rubber
- Is heat, ozone & weather resistant
- Mat measures 10" x 22" x 3 1/2"
Installation Instructions
Wireless Installation (Recommended)
- Insert 1 wireless transmitter inside the hollowed bottom of the AUTO-CONTACT
- Connect transmitter wires with the lead wires from the AUTO-CONTACT
- Seal compartment with Dottie Rubber Silicone
- Place the AUTOCONTACT at the parking space of the vehicle to be protected
- Mount the AUTOCONTACT on a flat concrete surface with four concrete screws
- Program the AUTOCONTACT into the control panel
Hardwired Installation
- Place the AUTO-CONTACT at the parking space of the vehicle to be protected
- Secure the AUTO-CONTACT to a solid concrete surface with the hardwire provided
- Run wire from the AUTO-CONTACT to the control panel
- Program the AUTO-CONTACT into the control panel
PLEASE NOTE: Wireless Transmitter brand must be compatible with your alarm system's brand, ie. A Visonic alarm system will require you to use a Visonic brand transmitter with the AUTO-CONTACT in order for this unit to work. The same for DSC, Ademco, GE and other alarm systems.