http://ifar.ca/en/news/ Industry news and information from http://ifar.ca en-us Fri, 03 Sep 2010 07:28:48 GMT Thu, 19 Aug 2010 16:05:41 GMT http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 60 PHP 5.1.6 postmaster@ifar.ca (Darren Satkunas) postmaster@ifar.ca (Darren Satkunas) http://ifar.ca/images/logo_small.png http://ifar.ca/en/news/ http://ifar.ca/en/news/43-scheduled_server_maintenance.html
This is a friendly notice to inform you that we will be performing scheduled maintenance to our primary server this Friday, August 20th at approximately 7:30pm EST. During this time, access to our website may be interrupted until our backup servers come on-line and start handling traffic while the primary server is taken off-line for maintenance. The transfer to our backup servers may take up to a maximum of 5 minutes to take effect.

Our domains, websites and email services will continue to function normally during this time. This maintenance will only affect any new user accounts that have been created within 30 minutes prior to the scheduled maintenance time.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and we'll make every effort to ensure the down-time is kept to a minimum.

Thank you for your support]]> darren@ifar.ca (Darren Satkunas) http://ifar.ca/en/news/43-scheduled_server_maintenance.html Thu, 19 Aug 2010 16:05:41 GMT http://ifar.ca/xml/news.rss http://ifar.ca/en/news/43-scheduled_server_maintenance.html http://ifar.ca/en/news/42-new_evo-all_universal_all-in-one_data_bypass_and_interface_module_now_available.html
Fortin Electronic Systems is pleased to announce the immediate release of the all new EVO-ALL universal all-in-one data bypass and interface combo module. The 2nd release of the award winning EVO series, the EVO-ALL combines the technology of our CAN-SL-PL, KEY-OVERRIDE-ALL, INT-SL and HONDA-SL3 (plus more) in to a single module.

The EVO-ALL raises the standard of hassle-free installation convenience to a whole new level. It uses a multiple bus architecture with 10 separate communication ports that provide more complete functionality on every supported vehicle making it the "Swiss Army Knife" of remote-starter and security-system interface solutions.

View the EVO-ALL for more information.]]> darren@ifar.ca (Darren Satkunas) http://ifar.ca/en/news/42-new_evo-all_universal_all-in-one_data_bypass_and_interface_module_now_available.html Tue, 18 May 2010 17:07:26 GMT http://ifar.ca/xml/news.rss http://ifar.ca/en/news/42-new_evo-all_universal_all-in-one_data_bypass_and_interface_module_now_available.html http://ifar.ca/en/news/41-mri_expo_2010.html
MRI, New England’s premier distributor, and the industry’s top manufacturers will be hosting the largest event of the year. Sign up for dozens of technical and installation seminars and extensive vendor trainings. Enjoy food and entertainment throughout the day. Dealer incentives include give-a-ways, prizes, buy-ins, special purchases and demo programs. Less than one hour from Boston, Hartford and Providence, the Sturbridge Host Conference Center is the best place to learn, network and take advantage of great deals.

Join us at our booth at the 2010 MRI Expo on Wednesday May 19th at the Sturbridge Host & Hotel in Sturbridge, MA. We've got tons of free swag to give away and a lot of great tools and information to help you get a head start on the 2011 remote-starter season. We'll be hosting a mobile training course Wednesday morning at 08:30 to 10:00 in the theatre room. As usual, it will be standing room only so register and arrive early.

Visit MRIdirect.com for more information.]]> darren@ifar.ca (Darren Satkunas) http://ifar.ca/en/news/41-mri_expo_2010.html Tue, 18 May 2010 16:38:35 GMT http://ifar.ca/xml/news.rss http://ifar.ca/en/news/41-mri_expo_2010.html http://ifar.ca/en/news/40-int-sl%2B_immobilizer_bypass_and_interface_module.html
Fortin Electronic Systems is pleased to introduce the all new INT-SL+. This is an immobilizer bypass and interface module that will replace the INT-SL. The INT-SL+ supports all the vehicles and functions that the INT-SL supported, plus more.

We have enhanced its hardware in order to support our latest firmware for transponder bypass via databus on most 1998-2008 Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep vehicles. One key is required for programming and no key is required for operation. See the INT-SL+ vehicle compatibility guide for more information.

Please note that the INT-SL+ firmware is not functional with the INT-SL. An upgrade-exchange is available for the INT-SL for a small fee. Please contact your distributor for pricing and availability.

Click here for more information.]]> darren@ifar.ca (Darren Satkunas) http://ifar.ca/en/news/40-int-sl%2B_immobilizer_bypass_and_interface_module.html Tue, 15 Dec 2009 15:13:43 GMT http://ifar.ca/xml/news.rss http://ifar.ca/en/news/40-int-sl%2B_immobilizer_bypass_and_interface_module.html http://ifar.ca/en/news/36-pats-aveo_immobilizer_bypass_module.html
Fortin Electronic Systems is pleased to introduce the new PATS-AVEO. An inductive immobilizer bypass module for the 2009-2010 Chevrolet Aveo, Pontiac G3 (Wave) and Suzuki Swift. It includes an inductive antenna for Passkey 3 and a variable analog output for Passlock immobilizer bypass. Only one key is required for programming and no key is required for operation.

Click here for more information.]]> darren@ifar.ca (Darren Satkunas) http://ifar.ca/en/news/36-pats-aveo_immobilizer_bypass_module.html Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:55:39 GMT http://ifar.ca/xml/news.rss http://ifar.ca/en/news/36-pats-aveo_immobilizer_bypass_module.html http://ifar.ca/en/news/35-evo-chr_awarded_ces_best_of_innovations.html
New York, New York, November 10, 2009 – Fortin Electronic Systems has been named an International CES Innovations 2010 Design and Engineering Awards Honoree for the EVO-CHR. Not only was Fortin Electronic Systems’ Chrysler Interface Module EVO-CHR selected as an Innovations 2010 Design and Engineering Award honoree, but the judges also awarded it one of the highest scores in the In-Vehicle Control/OEM Integration product category. This is an industry first, a Bypass interface company being awarded Best of Innovations in its category.

This means that Chrysler Interface Module will be honored as the 2010 Best of Innovations Honoree in that category! Products entered in this prestigious program are judged by a preeminent panel of independent industrial designers, engineers and members of the media to honor outstanding design and engineering in cutting edge consumer electronics products across 36 product categories.

EVO-CHR, All in one Chrysler data and key bypass interface module that supports all Chrysler vehicles from 1999 to 2010 and beyond. All those interested should visit www.BypassEvolution.com to watch the video that demonstrates a complete installation using the EVO-CHR in under 4 minutes. The EVO-CHR is the 1st of the series with more products on the way to continue the bypass EVOlution.

The prestigious Innovations Design and Engineering Awards have been recognizing achievements in product design and engineering since 1976. It is sponsored by the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)®, the producer of the International CES, the world’s largest consumer technology tradeshow, and endorsed by the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA), the voice of industrial design, committed to advancing the profession through education, information, community and advocacy.

Fortin Electronic Systems EVO-CHR will be displayed at the 2010 International CES, which runs January 7-10, 2010 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Innovations Design and Engineering Showcase will feature honorees by product category in the Grand Lobby of the Las Vegas Convention Center and will also be featured at CES Unveiled: The Official Press Event of the International CES on Tuesday, January 5.

The Innovations entries are judged based on the following criteria:

• Engineering qualities, based on technical specs and materials used
• Aesthetic and design qualities, using photos provided
• The product’s intended use/function and user value
• Unique/novel features that consumers would find attractive
• How the design and innovation of the product compares to other products in the marketplace.

Products chosen as an Innovations honoree reflect innovative design and engineering of the entries. Examples may include the first time various technologies are combined in a single product or dramatic enhancements to previous product designs.

Innovations 2010 Design and Engineering honoree products are featured on www.CESweb.org/Innovations, which lists product categories, as well as each product name, manufacturer information, designer, description, photo and URL.

Click here for the official press release in PDF format.]]> darren@ifar.ca (Darren Satkunas) http://ifar.ca/en/news/35-evo-chr_awarded_ces_best_of_innovations.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 22:00:02 GMT http://ifar.ca/xml/news.rss http://ifar.ca/en/news/35-evo-chr_awarded_ces_best_of_innovations.html http://ifar.ca/en/news/34-wirecolor_website_awarded_ces_design_and_engineering_showcase_honors.html
New York, New York, November 10, 2009 – Fortin Electronic Systems has been named an International CES Innovations 2010 Design and Engineering Awards Honoree for the Wirecolor online vehicle wiring database. Products entered in this prestigious program are judged by a preeminent panel of independent industrial designers, engineers and members of the media to honor outstanding design and engineering in cutting edge consumer electronics products across 36 product categories.

The Wirecolor online vehicle wiring database is an online reference for vehicle wiring information to assist with the installation of after-market remote car starters and alarm systems. All those interested should visit www.fortinbypass.com/wirecolor to view an online demonstration with a sample vehicle. This website is the first of its kind to receive such an award and is provided free of charge to our customers and is one of the many steps being taking to improve customer service.

The prestigious Innovations Design and Engineering Awards have been recognizing achievements in product design and engineering since 1976. It is sponsored by the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)®, the producer of the International CES, the world’s largest consumer technology tradeshow, and endorsed by the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA), the voice of industrial design, committed to advancing the profession through education, information, community and advocacy.

This website will be demonstrated at the 2010 International CES, which runs January 7-10, 2010 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Innovations Design and Engineering Showcase will feature honorees by product category in the Grand Lobby of the Las Vegas Convention Center and will also be featured at CES Unveiled: The Official Press Event of the International CES on Tuesday, January 5.

The Innovations entries are judged based on the following criteria:

• Engineering qualities, based on technical specs and materials used
• Aesthetic and design qualities, using photos provided
• The product’s intended use/function and user value
• Unique/novel features that consumers would find attractive
• How the design and innovation of the product compares to other products in the marketplace.

Products chosen as an Innovations honoree reflect innovative design and engineering of the entries. Examples may include the first time various technologies are combined in a single product or dramatic enhancements to previous product designs.

Innovations 2010 Design and Engineering honoree products are featured on www.CESweb.org/Innovations, which lists product categories, as well as each product name, manufacturer information, designer, description, photo and URL.

Fortin Electronic Systems is the worlds most advanced developer of consumer immobilizer bypass modules for remote car starters and interface accessories for vehicle security and GPS tracking systems.

Click here for the official press release in PDF format.
]]> darren@ifar.ca (Darren Satkunas) http://ifar.ca/en/news/34-wirecolor_website_awarded_ces_design_and_engineering_showcase_honors.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 22:00:01 GMT http://ifar.ca/xml/news.rss http://ifar.ca/en/news/34-wirecolor_website_awarded_ces_design_and_engineering_showcase_honors.html http://ifar.ca/en/news/32-new_toll-free_telephone_number_for_reaching_technical_support.html
We have added a new toll-free telephone number for reaching our technical support department. This number is a direct line that no longer requires an extension to reach a support technician. We will be including this new telephone number on all product documentation both in print and on the web.

Please update your Rolodex with this new number: 1-877-336-7797

This is one of the many steps we are taking to improve customer service.

]]> darren@ifar.ca (Darren Satkunas) http://ifar.ca/en/news/32-new_toll-free_telephone_number_for_reaching_technical_support.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 20:28:45 GMT http://ifar.ca/xml/news.rss http://ifar.ca/en/news/32-new_toll-free_telephone_number_for_reaching_technical_support.html http://ifar.ca/en/news/31-key-override-all_now_preloaded_with_all_2009-2010_toyota_and_lexus_vehicles.html
The latest firmware version for the KEY-OVERRIDE-ALL supports remote starter installations on the entire range of 2009-2010 Toyota and Lexus vehicles. This new configuration does not require a key for the installation. Update your module to the latest software version 4.0 and download the individual installation manual for further information.]]> (Martin) http://ifar.ca/en/news/31-key-override-all_now_preloaded_with_all_2009-2010_toyota_and_lexus_vehicles.html Wed, 03 Jun 2009 20:17:17 GMT http://ifar.ca/xml/news.rss http://ifar.ca/en/news/31-key-override-all_now_preloaded_with_all_2009-2010_toyota_and_lexus_vehicles.html http://ifar.ca/en/news/30-flash-link_updater_software_v1.4_released.html
We've released a new version of the FLASH-LINK UPDATER software to correct an issue with content-filtering firewalls that was preventing some users from updating the firmware on their product. This mostly affected users with Sonicwall hardware based firewalls that had configured additional (non default) access restrictions on TCP connections.

We modified the TCP request and added a user-agent string to the request in order to prevent the content-filtering firewall from denying the connection due to a false-positive proxy request.

If you are experiencing issues with the older version(s) of the software you are urged to un-install your current version and install the new 1.4 version of the software. The latest version of this software can be downloaded here.]]> darren@ifar.ca (Darren Satkunas) http://ifar.ca/en/news/30-flash-link_updater_software_v1.4_released.html Wed, 04 Mar 2009 17:04:08 GMT http://ifar.ca/xml/news.rss http://ifar.ca/en/news/30-flash-link_updater_software_v1.4_released.html