Thursday, 10 July 2014

How To Program Merlin Garage Remotes



We get numerous emails from customers and site viewers requesting the instructions for programming their M842 and M832 Merlin Garage Remotes into their units. The good news is its super simple and we will tell you how step by step below. If you have trouble finding your learn button please look at the example pictures below.

  • Instructions
1. Locate the red 'learn' button or any button marked 'learn' on the garage motor.
2. Press and hold the 'learn' button until the light starts flashing.
3. Now press the main (large) button on the new remote followed by pressing the secondary (smaller) button on the remote. 

                                                                                                                      
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1. 'Learn' button is located under the green plastic cover. You can remove it with a fingernail or screwdriver.
2. 'Learn' button is in small square compartment on underside of the unit.

We hope this helps you out,

Thursday, 12 June 2014

How to choose the best car remote system for your car?


Car remote system is a technology that promotes key less entry into the vehicle. When this system was initially launched, it was merely a way to open the gates of the vehicle from a distance. But gradually the technology improved and there has been a great advancement in this field.
 
Although the market offers many options but the choice for Car Alarm Remote or remote of any other type should entirely depend on the requirement. Suppose someone who stays in a very cold region, will definitely love to possess a remote key that can warm up the vehicle before getting inside. In this way the person is saved from the atrocities of the harsh weather and is also able to ignite the vehicle for driving smoothly. So, before spoiling ourselves with the options, let us first evaluate our reasons for needing a car remote system.

1.      Love for technology: Most of us are a great fan of technology; we easily get impressed by whatever new comes in the market. In this case there is no driving force except for the fact that a remote system is required because the person wants to explore its advantages and the disadvantages. 

2.      Long working hours: Usually, when a person has long working hours, they prefer easy life where less labour is required. In this case, one can opt for garage remote doors which give the ease of opening garage gates without any assistance and without getting out of the car. This even proves beneficial when one stays in the cold weather condition. 

3.      Cold weather condition: As we discussed earlier, this is the most viable and understood reason for choosing keyless entry. With the help of a remote control, we can start the engine; let it cool before rushing out for an errand. 

Now, comes how to choose the best Car Remote system for our cars. The poser is basically an extension of our reasons for purchasing the remote system. When one is making an effort to purchase the remote system, look for following things for sure apart from technical issues that govern the success of a system.








1.      The instructions provided on the product should be complete and easy to understand. It should not boomerang and prove to be of no use as you lack technical sensitivity.

2.      A renowned company would provide 12 month warranty over their remote products and in case of faulty remotes, it is replaced instantly.

3.      There is also a free battery with the first installation

4.      The manufacturer or the dealer must adhere with the obligations of the consumer guarantees act; though it does not cover misuse and any deliberate damage of the product.

5.      The remote system should not void and nullify the warranty of the vehicle that one owns; else it would prove to be very expensive

Hence, the choice should be monitored well and it is always best to deal with a good company which offers sound warranty card for the product.