The Determinator®

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Our Alcohol Detection System (ADS), The Determinator®, is a state-of-the-art Ignition Interlock device, an automotive safety device. The system analyzes blood alcohol content and determines if a driver is within a legal limit to get behind the wheel. In order to start a vehicle with an installed ADS, a breath sample must be given. If a certain level of alcohol is read, the vehicle will not start. The setting can be adjusted as necessary from a zero to a required level.

The durable ignition interlock device hardware consists of a user-friendly and discreet mouthpiece, and a control module, which is wired to the vehicle.

Your Determinator® ignition interlock device will come with complete installation instructions for any car electronics company to follow along with an ADS Technical Support Hotline for troubleshooting assistance.

Features and Benefits of The Determinator®

Makes you aware of your breath alcohol level
Prevents accidents and saves lives.
Adjustable alcohol setting level—from zero to the required level.
Courtesy car restart function.
Simple and safe to follow voice commands and tone prompts that walk you through start up procedure.
Functions as an alternative anti-theft device.
Helpful with probation situations.
Easy cleaning and low maintenance.
3 year warranty.
May qualify you for reduced insurance premiums.
Bi-lingual voice commands coming soon!.

How The Determinator® Works

The device controls the operation of a vehicle as follows:

When the key is turned a voice prompts the driver to prepare to give a breath test.
The driver has over 60 seconds to provide a deep lung breath sample.
The breath sample is analyzed in 8 - 10 seconds.
Allows 6-8 second resamples as needed.
After test completion, a voice either prompts the driver to start the car or lets him/her know it will not start (a lockout condition).
To discourage someone else from providing the original breath sample, "random rolling retests" are given at intervals after starting.
If a retest is failed, a voice instructs the driver to pull over and shut off the car. If this instruction is ignored, the horn sounds and the lights blink until the car is shut off.
The system's computer records all test and pertinent driving data. This is downloadable and printable. Any attempt at tampering with the unit registers in this data log as well.

Available Ignition Interlock Models

All models are warranted for one year
Customer pays shipping and handling ($30.00)
There is also a charge of $30 (US) per each download (every 30 days) from the unit's computer so report can be sent to California Dept. of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and/or State of California Superior Court as mandated.
Installation is approximately $50-$150 (US). Price varies depending on vehicle type.
Removal of the unit is $50 - $100 (US). Price varies depending on vehicle type.

DM-904 Mandatory Unit Used when a court mandates the use of an ignition interlock device for a driver convicted of drunk driving.		Cost per Month $75.00

DM-904-V Voluntary Unit		Purchase Price
Used by private persons who wish to provide as much safety for their families as possible.		$1595.00

Important DO's and DONT's

DO take a DEEP lung breath before you blow into the mouthpiece.
DO be sure to form a good seal with your lips around the mouthpiece as you exhale.
DO blow with a firm even pressure until the tone stops.
DO make sure you always respond to the rolling retest.
DO focus. Do remember you will be asked to do a rolling retest. Don't be distracted by the request for a breath sample while driving … you have up to 30 seconds.
DO practice the rolling retest in a safe area, i.e., a parking lot, to get used to focusing on driving while providing a breath sample.
DO think ahead. Don't use mouthwash or cough medicine immediately before using the device.
DO think ahead. Don't smoke tobacco products immediately before using the device or blow smoke directly into the sensor head.

And, very importantly

DON'T attempt to circumvent or tamper with unit or lockout will occur.
DON'T try having someone else provide the breath sample or drive someone else's car. You will be subject to strict penalties.

Please Click on our Frequently Asked Questions link if you will need further information about Determinator®.

To Order Determinator® Please Call (949) 240-9406 or (888) STOP DUI