What is a Ghost Immobiliser and Tracker?
Immobilisers are security devices that block your car from being started without the correct key or fob. It also can help lower your car insurance rates.
The ghost system generates a unique pin code using the buttons on your vehicle's steering, centre console, or door panels. You can alter it. Think of it like an PIN for credit card but more secure (up to 20 button presses). It is undetectable and silently operates through the CAN network.
Easy to install
Ghost immobilisers is also known as a PIN code blocker, is a device installed on the engine of your car that prevents it from starting if the PIN code is not entered correctly. It is not only easy-to-install but also secure, making it a great choice for car owners in Bolton Rochdale.
ghost immobiliser 2 is an immobiliser for the CAN bus that is more secure than anything else available today. It protects your vehicle against key-cloning and hacking (relay attacks) as well as theft of actual keys from your home. By preventing the engine from running, it prevents your vehicle from being targeted by hackers.
It is not detectable by sophisticated scanners and can't be destroyed with a simple wire cutting. It's also inaccessible to professional thieves who use these methods since it doesn't transmit signals that can be detected using diagnostic tools, and it does not emit a distinctive chirp when activated like many other systems available.
The device utilizes the buttons that are on your vehicle (steering wheels doors, door panels or centre consoles) to generate a unique and reversible PIN sequence that only you can access. This code is entered by using your smartphone, or a secret button located on the Ghost device. It is impossible for anyone else to use this sequence without your permission. This is why it's such an effective deterrent for criminals since there's no way they could escape without your noticing and alerting them to their presence in your vehicle.
If you decide to change vehicles during your ownership, you are able to move the Ghost from one vehicle to another as long as it's equipped with an CAN bus that is compatible. It's a simple process that won't invalidate your warranty because it uses the CAN data network. You don't need to change your steering wheel or status indicators. The Ghost is a lot less expensive and easier to install than wheel locks, tracking systems or trackers.
No key-fobs or LED indications to indicate the location of the vehicle.
It's not surprising that we spend a lots of money to keep our cars clean. It is essential to ensure that our cars are safe.
Unfortunately, criminals have become increasingly bold and can hack into keyless entry systems that allow them to steal your car even whilst keys are in the ignition, or even inside the house. The criminals then use a relay device to duplicate your car's unique signal and then start it without your knowledge. These vehicles are typically equipped with trackers, however they can be easily disabled with a few simple tricks.
Autowatch have developed a ground-breaking solution to stop this, dubbed Ghost, the first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser that will protect your car like nothing else available. It is TASSA (Tracker and Aftermarket Security Systems Association), verified and insurance approved – meaning you can save money on your auto insurance.
This innovative device is designed that it is undetectable to thieves. It makes use of the buttons that are already present on your steering wheel and dashboard to create a unique PIN sequence of up to 20 digits that is required to enter in order to start the engine. The system cannot be detected using RF scanning or code-grabbing technology. It can only be disarmed with a smartphone app or your key fob or two smartphones.
It also works silently so that thieves would not realize that it's in your vehicle and because it is connected to the CAN data network, there aren't any wires to cut or removed so it cannot be disconnected from the ECU to bypass the system.
Other options include a valet function which allows you to turn off your car for a few minutes to clean or maintenance, a change of PIN function in the event that you forget your PIN, and maintenance and service mode to ensure you can still drive when you need to. The device can be placed on different places in your vehicle. Our certified Ghost installers will install it so that there aren't any permanent marks left on the interior of your car.
No technology for RF scanning or code-grabbing
The Ghost Immobiliser does not use the RF scanning or code-grabbing technologies which is the primary method used by thieves to steal the key fobs and gain access to the computer in your car to create an unlocked key for your car. Instead, it utilizes the buttons you already have on your steering wheel and dashboard to connect with your car. This is why it is so discreet and undetectable because you can't see the device in any way. This is also why no additional wiring is required, since the Ghost works with the CAN data network in your vehicle, which means there are no circuit cuts during installation or operation, and is silent.
It stops anyone from getting your car started without a unique pin or smartphone authorization and you will never have an empty vehicle. This means that thieves who steal your vehicle via key cloning or relay theft or ECU swapping won't be able to start it, and are more likely to leave your car completely.
The buttons on the steering wheel and dash are used to create a secret 'password. The code is only accessible to you (like the PIN on a credit card). The system will then start the engine in the service valet mode if you press. This mode will require an additional PIN code or you can use the Autowatch App to unlock the car using your smartphone. The app can be used to lock or unlock your car. This lets you leave your car for valeting or leave the car without worrying about whether it might be stolen, or the wrong keys are in it.
The Ghost is an affordable and discrete solution to secure your vehicle from contactless theft. It is TASSA-approved and can lower insurance costs. You can drive in peace knowing that you are protecting your pride and joy. The Ghost is suitable for many different types of vehicles including vans and motorhomes and will ensure you are safe wherever you go. Call us today for your free quote and installation of the Autowatch Ghost.
No extra wiring
The ghost immobiliser is mounted directly inside the vehicle and is connected to CAN data network. This is why it's so effective. It doesn't require any after-market key fobs but instead utilizes the buttons that are already on your car's steering wheel and dashboard to create a unique PIN code sequence which is entered before the engine is able to begin. This sequence can be created as long or as short as you want and may include numbers or letters. It is as secure as a regular credit card. You can change it at any time.
It is important to note that unlike wheel locks or other after - market tracker devices, ghost isn't Thatcham approved. However, because of how the device functions, it is TASSA recognized and approved by a variety of insurance companies as a safety measure which helps reduce the cost of your insurance.
It is a great option for those who want to ensure their vehicles are safe and secure when traveling abroad, or for valet parking and service businesses. The device can be set to Valet mode, which allows the driver to start the car and drive with parameters such as a 30mph speed limit without entering the pin code. It is then removed and reactivated when you return to your vehicle.
This feature is especially useful for those who regularly make use of their vehicles, such as taxi drivers or valet services. This feature can be used by family members or friends to start your car while it's in the garage or is being cleaned. The Ghost can be reactivated by entering the PIN code when you're back in possession of your car.
The Ghost is a very small and fully sealed device that can be hidden in any part of your vehicle. The Ghost's small size makes it almost undetectable and won't cause any damage to your car in any way.