What is a Ghost Immobiliser and Tracker?
Immobilisers are security devices that prevent your car from starting without the correct key or fob. It can help to lower your insurance premium for your car as well.
The ghost system uses the buttons in your vehicle's steering wheel, centre console or door panels to create a unique pin code sequence that you can modify by thinking of it as the credit card PIN, but more secure (up to 20 button presses). It is undetectable and works completely silently on the CAN data network.
Easy to install
Ghost immobilisers or PIN code blocker is a device that is installed on the engine of your vehicle that prevents it from being started in the event that the PIN code was not entered correctly. It is not only easy-to-install but also tamperproof, making it a great option for car owners in Bolton Rochdale.
The Ghost is a CAN bus immobiliser that safeguards your vehicle better than any other available. It guards 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.
Since it's part of the CAN data network of your vehicle there is no wiring that needs to be added, which means it can't be identified by sophisticated scanners or even disabled with a simple wire cutting. It is also inaccessible to professional thieves using these methods because it does not transmit signals that can easily be detected with diagnostic tools.
It utilizes the original buttons in your car (steering wheel doors, door panels, or the centre console) to create a unique and programmable PIN code sequence that is only known by you. The code is entered using your smartphone or an unidentified button on the Ghost device. It is also impossible for any other driver to use this sequence to start the car unless they are you. This is why it's an effective deterrent to criminals since there's no way they could escape without your noticing and alerting them to their presence in your vehicle.
You can also move the Ghost between vehicles if you change cars during your lifetime of ownership, so long as the new vehicle is compatible CAN bus. It's a really easy process that does not cause warranty voiding since it sits on the CAN data network and doesn't require any modification to your steering wheel or status indicator. The Ghost is a lot less expensive and more simple to install than wheel locks, tracking systems or trackers.
There are no keyfobs, LEDs or other indicators that can assist you in locating it.
Many of us consider our vehicle to be a source of pride and joy in our lives, with this in mind, it is natural that some will spend a significant amount of money on keeping their vehicle clean. It is essential to ensure that our cars are safe.
Unfortunately, criminals have become increasingly bold and can hack into your vehicle's keyless entry systems that allow them to steal your car even whilst keys are in the ignition or even inside the house. Criminals are able to utilize a relay device in order to duplicate your car's unique signal and start it up without you even knowing. Although these vehicles are usually equipped with a tracker, it is possible to disable by using a few simple techniques.
Autowatch has created a revolutionary solution to prevent this, called Ghost. It is the first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser on the market that protects your vehicle like nothing else. It is TASSA (Tracker and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) certified, tested and insurance approved – meaning you could save money on your auto insurance.
This revolutionary device was developed to be inaccessible by thieves. It utilizes the buttons on your dashboard and steering to create a unique 20-digit code that must be entered in order to start the car. The system is not able to be detected using RF scanning or code-grabbing technology. It can only be disarmed with a smartphone app or key fob or two smartphones.
It also works silently so a thief would never know that it is in your vehicle and, being connected to the CAN data network, there aren't any wires to cut or removed, which means it can't be disconnected from the ECU to disable the system.
Other features include a valet function that allows your car to be started up temporarily to perform cleaning or maintenance, a PIN change function in the event of forgetting your PIN, and maintenance and service modes to let you drive your car whenever you require it. The device can be put in on different places in your vehicle. Our certified Ghost installers will install it in a way that there are no permanent marks left on the interior of your vehicle.
ghost immobiliser price scanning or code-grabbing technology
The Ghost Immobiliser does not use the RF scanning or code-grabbing technologies which is the primary method used by thieves to steal key fobs and get access to the computer in your car to create an unlocked key for your car. Instead, it uses the buttons already found in your steering wheel as well as dashboard to connect with your car. This is why it is extremely discreet and invisible because you can't see that the device is there in any way. This also means that no extra wiring is required, as the Ghost will function with the CAN data network in your vehicle This means that there are no circuit cuts during installation or operation, and is completely silent.
It stops anyone from getting your car started without a unique pin or smartphone authorization which means you'll never be left with an empty vehicle. This means that even if your vehicle is stolen via key replication, relay theft or ECU swapping, thieves will not be in a position to start your vehicle, which makes them more likely to leave it alone in fear of being caught.
The buttons on the dash and steering wheel are used to create a secret 'password. The code is only known by you (like the PIN on a bankcard). The system will then start the engine in service valet mode when you press. This mode requires a different PIN or you can open it by using the Autowatch App on your smartphone. The app can be used to lock or unlock your vehicle. This allows you to leave your car for valeting or to drive away without worrying that it will be stolen or the wrong keys are inside it.
The Ghost is a discreet and cost-effective option to safeguard your vehicle from theft via contactless. It is TASSA approved and could lower your insurance costs, so you can drive with confidence knowing that your pride and joy is safe. The Ghost is compatible with a range of vehicles such as motorhomes and vans and allows you to be 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 in the vehicle and is connected to CAN data network. This is the reason it is so effective. The device doesn't need after-market key fobs and instead utilizes the buttons on your current car steering wheel and dashboard to create an individual PIN sequence that needs to be entered before the motor is able to begin. This sequence can be made as long or short as you like and can include numbers or letters. It's as secure as a standard credit card. You can modify it at anytime.
It's important that you know that ghost is not Thatcham-approved unlike wheel locks or other tracker devices made for after-market. However, due to how the device functions, it is TASSA recognized and approved by a number of insurance companies as a safety measure which helps reduce your insurance premiums.
As a result of its secluded method of operation, it cannot be detected by thieves and is an ideal choice for those who wish to ensure that their vehicles are safe and secure whilst travelling abroad or in conjunction with valet parking and service companies. The device can be set to Valet mode, which allows the driver to start the car and drive with parameters like a 30mph speed limit without entering a pin code. The device is able to be deactivated and then fully activated when returning to the car.
This feature is especially useful for those who utilize their vehicles, like valet service or taxi drivers. It can also be used to help family, friends, or work colleagues allowing them to temporarily start your car while it's in garage to do maintenance or a wash. Once you're back in possession and the Ghost can be reactivated by using the PIN code.
In contrast to other after - market security products The Ghost is fully sealed and extremely small, which means it can be concealed inside your vehicle. Its small size also means that there is no evidence of the device and it won't harm your vehicle in any way.