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 by Mutzy » 12 Mar 2006 1:46
At my work, we use 2 programs for searching for codes and decoding automotive and residential keys. The programs are InstaCode (New Zealand created) and Silca Key programs.
Anybody else use these?
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What programs do you use?
Also, we primarily use silca keyblanks, i was wondering other locksmiths use.
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by Chrispy » 12 Mar 2006 3:29
We too, use Instacode. And, coincidentally, a Silca key conversion program. We also have a couple of decades worth of key blank conversion books as well. 
What locksmiths do you work at? 
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by Raccoon » 12 Mar 2006 5:25
Tell us more about these programs and their functions...
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by Chrispy » 12 Mar 2006 6:27
The Instacode is a computer program that has a variety of cuts and pinning for various key systems and cars. It can cut keys to code and has a large range of auto keys from various models throughout the years. It can also be hooked up to key cutting machine (such as the Quattrocode we use in our workshop).
The Silca Key Conversion program is an electronic key blank conversion guide. It will convert Silca keys to Ilco and Orion and so on and so forth. It can also be integrated into the business' ordering system and suppliers system to order key blanks at the touch of a button.
Some things may be pick proof, but everything can be bypassed....
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by geonap » 13 Mar 2006 4:03
Wow! Sounds like some pretty cool software... I can only imagine that it is probably "spendy." What kind of cost is involved with these software packages?
"Far better is it to dare mighty things… even though checkered by failure... than to rank with those poor spirits who neither enjoy nor suffer much, because they... know not victory nor defeat."
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by vector40 » 13 Mar 2006 4:43
Too much.
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by geonap » 13 Mar 2006 4:45
vector40 wrote:Too much.
Lol! That's what I thought...  "Far better is it to dare mighty things… even though checkered by failure... than to rank with those poor spirits who neither enjoy nor suffer much, because they... know not victory nor defeat."
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by Omikron » 13 Mar 2006 4:56
The complete version of the Instacode 2006 software costs $995.00 and is a per-computer license, not a site license. It's a bit pricey, but it is excellent software.
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by geonap » 13 Mar 2006 5:07
Omikron wrote:The complete version of the Instacode 2006 software costs $995.00 and is a per-computer license, not a site license. It's a bit pricey, but it is excellent software.
Wow... spendy, but definitely sounds like cool software. For those of you that use it, is it worth it? "Far better is it to dare mighty things… even though checkered by failure... than to rank with those poor spirits who neither enjoy nor suffer much, because they... know not victory nor defeat."
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by Chrispy » 13 Mar 2006 5:42
geonap wrote:For those of you that use it, is it worth it?
Oohhhhhhhh yeah.
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by geonap » 13 Mar 2006 5:50
Chrispy wrote:geonap wrote:For those of you that use it, is it worth it?
Oohhhhhhhh yeah.
Dang it... there's another $1000 "down the drain" at some point...  "Far better is it to dare mighty things… even though checkered by failure... than to rank with those poor spirits who neither enjoy nor suffer much, because they... know not victory nor defeat."
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by Omikron » 13 Mar 2006 6:04
geonap wrote:Chrispy wrote:geonap wrote:For those of you that use it, is it worth it?
Oohhhhhhhh yeah.
Dang it... there's another $1000 "down the drain" at some point...
To the casual hobbyist, the program is not at all worth it. It would be completely stupid to purchase unless you are an actively trading locksmith.
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by geonap » 13 Mar 2006 6:11
Omikron wrote:geonap wrote:Chrispy wrote:geonap wrote:For those of you that use it, is it worth it?
Oohhhhhhhh yeah.
Dang it... there's another $1000 "down the drain" at some point...
To the casual hobbyist, the program is not at all worth it. It would be completely stupid to purchase unless you are an actively trading locksmith.
I understand that... I am just looking towards the "future." Perhaps a "dream," but a guy is allowed to dream right? "Far better is it to dare mighty things… even though checkered by failure... than to rank with those poor spirits who neither enjoy nor suffer much, because they... know not victory nor defeat."
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by Omikron » 13 Mar 2006 6:24
geonap wrote:Omikron wrote:geonap wrote:Chrispy wrote:geonap wrote:For those of you that use it, is it worth it?
Oohhhhhhhh yeah.
Dang it... there's another $1000 "down the drain" at some point...
To the casual hobbyist, the program is not at all worth it. It would be completely stupid to purchase unless you are an actively trading locksmith.
I understand that... I am just looking towards the "future." Perhaps a "dream," but a guy is allowed to dream right?
In Soviet Russia, future dreams you!
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by Chrispy » 13 Mar 2006 7:26
Omikron wrote:geonap wrote:Omikron wrote:geonap wrote:Chrispy wrote:geonap wrote:For those of you that use it, is it worth it?
Oohhhhhhhh yeah.
Dang it... there's another $1000 "down the drain" at some point...
To the casual hobbyist, the program is not at all worth it. It would be completely stupid to purchase unless you are an actively trading locksmith.
I understand that... I am just looking towards the "future." Perhaps a "dream," but a guy is allowed to dream right?
In Soviet Russia, future dreams you!
Whatever happened to that thread full of quoted quotes?  
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