AVS Car Security New Zealand

AVS reversing sensor range

AVS reversing sensors are an easy and affordable safety solution that can be fitted after market to almost any vehicle.

The kits are designed to aid drivers when reversing or parking by detecting physical objects behind the vehicle. This is done with advanced ultrasonic sensors which will begin to detect obstacles up to 1.5 metres from the rear of the vehicle. Choose from a basic 4 sensor kit, or one with sensors for the front bumper as well, or choose the kit with a visual display as well.

Your AVS installer can usually colour match the kit to the colour of your car. The sensors are small and discrete and once colour matched and installed you’ll get a factory look finish.

Click here for more details: www.avscarsecurity.com/reversing_sensors/

Control other devices with your AVS remote by adding the RXPRO receiver

The AVS RXPRO receiver is a clever add-on module that has a number of different functions:

Control other devices via your AVS remote

With the addition of the AVS RXPRO receiver your AVS remote can control many common devices including opening/closing your garage door or arming/disarming your house alarm. This feature works off the garage door icon on the AVS waterproof remote that comes standard with the AVS S-Series (S5, S4, S3) and the AVS A4. AVS 9000 alarms (and older version S-Series) can be upgraded to this remote. It is not available with the AVS 3010.

Add wireless sensors to any alarm

The RXPRO can also be used to add wireless sensors to any AVS alarm. This includes:

• Wireless PIR – for protecting large spaces such as the inside of vans or trucks
• Wireless reed switch – for protecting ute canopies

Control up to 4 channels with the RXPRO remote

Another great feature is the ability to control up to 4 channels by using the RXPRO’s 4-button remote (included). This allows you to add wireless remote control to air bag or hydro suspension (front/rear up and down) or remote door pop on all four doors. Perfect for that bagged and shaved ride!

It is available as an upgrade on all AVS alarms except the AVS 3010. Note: the AVS 9000 can have wireless sensors added without the need to add the AVS RXPRO receiver.

Digital tilt sensor

Normal sensors like shock sensors will NOT protect the wheels so a tilt sensor is an essential upgrade if you have mags.

The AVS digital tilt sensor will also trigger the alarm if your car is lifted by a tow truck.The AVS digital tilt sensor sets itself to the angle you are parked on when you arm the alarm. If the car is tilted in ANY direction from one degree it triggers the alarm. The sensor is fully digital and contains extensive anti-falsing circuitory.

Glass break sensor

The AVS glass break sensor will trigger your AVS car alarm if the sound of breaking glass is detected, such as a car window being smashed. A glass break sensor helps protect the cabin of the vehicle.

GPS Tracking and fleet management

See our GPS Tracking page.

Microwave sensor

A microwave sensor works by picking up physical movement or body mass movement (rather than air movement like an ultrasonic sensor). Inside the sensor is a microwave generator that creates a mushroom shaped field around the sensor.

There are two types of AVS microwave sensors - single stage (or single zone) and two stage (or dual zone):

• The single stage detects movement inside the car only.
• The two stage microwave sensor will also detect movement outside the vehicle.

Microwave sensors are great for convertible vehicles as the alarm can be armed with the top down. If anyone climbs over the doors the sensor will detect the movement and trigger the alarm. They are also good for situations where car windows are left open while the alarm is armed.

NEW GSM Communicator

The new AVS GSM Communicator can be added to almost any car alarm for two-way TXT communication between you and the alarm.

• If the car alarm is triggered it will send TXT notification to up to 3 mobile phones

• The module arms automatically when the car alarm is armed

• NEW Sends a TXT when the prepay credit is getting low

• NEW Arm and disarm your AVS car alarm via TXT

• NEW Audio surveillance for up to one minute from a programmed number

• NEW Receive a status TXT from the unit at any time with alarm status, cell coverage and more

• Can TXT to all network provider’s phones

• The only ongoing cost is the Vodafone network standard charge for TXT sent from the unit

• Confirmation of all TXT commands

• Secure operation via a PIN code

• Optional car lock/unlock*

All you need to do is add a Vodafone prepay SIM card and its ready to go. Talk to your AVS retailer and get the new AVS GSM Communicator fitted to your car alarm today.

*Some cars require additional parts or installation charges.

PIR sensor

A PIR sensor is the best sensor to use to protect the rear of vans or trucks as it uses infrared to detect body heat and movement. Standard alarm sensors, such as shock sensors, will not be able to protect the entire vehicle adequately which is why we recommend always fitting a PIR sensor to a van or truck (especially if you are carrying gear in the back).

The AVS PIR sensor uses a unique four element PIR which means it is more stable in the variable heat conditions inside a vehicle (a standard PIR sensor fitted into a vehicle can be prone to false triggers).

AVS also has a wireless PIR sensor that can be used in conjunction with the AVS RXPRO receiver where it is not possible to run wires through the vehicle. 

Note: because of how the PIR sensor works do not leave animals or children inside the vehicle with the car alarm armed.

Reed switch

If you have a ute with a canopy we recommend fitting a magnetic reed switch.

A reed switch will trigger the alarm if its two halves are parted while the car alarm is armed. So one side is mounted on the canopy and one on the ute.

AVS also has a wireless reed switch that can be used in conjunction with the AVS RXPRO receiver where it is not possible to run wires through the vehicle. 

Screamer (or piezo) siren

The AVS screamer (or piezo) siren is an extremely high-pitched, piercing siren that is installed in the cabin of the vehicle. It sounds only when your AVS car alarm is triggered helping to protect the interior of your car.

The screamer siren is a cost effective upgrade for any alarm system. Watch the You Tube video from the link below to hear what it sounds like.

Shock sensor

A shock sensor picks up an impact to the body of the vehicle, such as someone hitting a door panel. There are two types of shock sensors:

• The AVS single zone, or single stage shock sensor, triggers a full alarm if an impact is detected to the vehicle.
• The AVS dual zone, or dual stage shock sensor, gives a warning if a light impact is detected by your AVS car alarm, and triggers the full alarm if a heavy impact is detected.

Check out the You Tube video for an example of both types of shock sensor. Many AVS car alarm models (such as the AVS S5 and AVS 3010) include a shock sensor as standard. It can be added to any AVS car alarm as well.

Ultrasonic sensor

An ultrasonic sensor triggers the alarm if a change in air pressure or movement is detected in the cabin of the vehicle. It does this by transmitting ultrasonic sound waves (like a bat’s sonar) around the interior of the vehicle.

Because this is one of the best sensors for protecting the inside of the vehicle it is a good upgrade if you carry goods or have a large car.

It is also recommended for vehicles where the windows can sometimes be removed intact, allowing access to the inside of the cabin without setting off other sensors. This includes Subarus (which have frameless windows) and vans.

Note: because of how the ultrasonic sensor works do not leave animals or children inside the car with the alarm armed. You must also remember to always make sure all the entry points to the car, including sunroofs are shut because air movement will trigger the sensor.

Window roll-up module

The AVS window roll-up module automatically closes the car windows when the alarm is armed giving you the added security of “total closure:.

All four windows of the vehicle will automatically close. Each window closes at a slightly different time to reduce load on the car battery. It can also be set up to shut when the doors are locked by the key, or via a separate remote.