 Just as I expected |
| Review Date: November 2, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Thomas C. Evans, Hagerstown, MD |
| I have a Python alarm system in my Honda Del Sol. That was Circuit City's version of the Viper alarm. Most remotes will fall apart after only a few years of use, and mine was no exception. Just got this programmed to my system yesterday, and it works like new. Hopefully, this will last longer than the last one did, but these things don't have the best track record for longevity. |
Viper 488V replacement remote review
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| Review Date: February 15, 2010 |
| Reviewer: R. Brunz, |
| The remote was good, but it did not come with the necessary pieces to make it actually work. I feel a little gypped. |
Lousy. falls apart in the pocket. Doesn't last long. At all.
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| Review Date: January 31, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Kevin Wolf, |
The 2-way feature is great on this remote. But just because you're paying 50-100 for this remote, don't expect it to be high-quality. I've owned two in the past, and each one has broken the same way. The first problem- Solder joints. After a couple of months, the solder joints (on both) would break, especially around the battery terminals. Easy fix- Simply resolder the joints. Next, the cosmetic paint and light labels will rub off, and thats when things start to go downhill. If you keep it in your pocket like other car remotes, the plastic case will start to break- Notably at the top right corner. Once that happens, the remote looks awful, and the keyring will fall out because the tabs holding the two halves together have weakened too.
On top of all that, the second remote I have sometimes beeps, and sometimes doesn't.
If you want the two-way feature, you can get this. But if you want a solid remote, consider buying the compatible 1-way version, P/N 7141V or 7141 P (python and viper remotes are interchangeable). It will not give you audible feedback, but it will save you frustration. They are compatible with the LED 2-way systems, too.
I sure hope DEI's new systems use better remotes. Its a mystery to me as to why Viper Alarm systems are as popular as they are- nothing but plastic junk in my opinion.
UPDATE:
I picked up a less expensive one-way Viper remote that is compatible with my system (I was tired of throwing down so much $$ for a piece of crap). It is about two months old, and is starting to crack as well. |
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