Attention: TDR Forum Junkies I know there are several threads in the archives dealing with keyless entry but my question has to do with how secure the signal is between the transmitter and receiver.
I was in SAM'S CLUB recently and saw these Bulldog Keyless Entry units (model KE150) on sale for $29. 00 so I bought it. Some of the more expensive ones that I had been researching on the internet make claims about how secure their signal is by using "code-hopping" and 64-bit encryption technology etc. The idea being that this will prevent someone with a "scanner" from stealing your code and breaking into your vehicle.
I sent a messsage to Bulldog's Tech Support and the response I got back indicates that the person either did not understand what I was asking or was just trying to blow me off.
My specific question is: does anybody know if these units are secure. Or should I not worry about it because if someone really wants to break in they will be able to do so without all the expense and sophistication of scanners and electronic surveillance equipment?
In a more general sense: do the OEMs use encryption and code-hopping?
I was in SAM'S CLUB recently and saw these Bulldog Keyless Entry units (model KE150) on sale for $29. 00 so I bought it. Some of the more expensive ones that I had been researching on the internet make claims about how secure their signal is by using "code-hopping" and 64-bit encryption technology etc. The idea being that this will prevent someone with a "scanner" from stealing your code and breaking into your vehicle.
I sent a messsage to Bulldog's Tech Support and the response I got back indicates that the person either did not understand what I was asking or was just trying to blow me off.
My specific question is: does anybody know if these units are secure. Or should I not worry about it because if someone really wants to break in they will be able to do so without all the expense and sophistication of scanners and electronic surveillance equipment?
In a more general sense: do the OEMs use encryption and code-hopping?
