What is a Ghost Immobiliser and Tracker?
Immobilisers are security devices that block your car from starting without the correct fob or key. It can also help lower the cost of car insurance as well.
The ghost system generates an individual pin code by using the buttons on your vehicle's centre console, steering wheel, or door panels. You can alter it. Think of it like the PIN on a credit card but more secure (up to 20 button press). It is invisible and silently operates through the CAN network.
Easy to install
A ghost immobiliser or PIN code blocker is a device mounted on your car's engine that prevents it from starting if the PIN code is not entered correctly. It's not just easy to install, but also tamperproof and therefore an excellent choice for car owners in Bolton Rochdale.
The Ghost is an immobiliser CAN bus that safeguards your vehicle better 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 isn't detectable by sophisticated scanners, and it cannot be deactivated with simple wire cutting. It's also inaccessible to professional thieves who employ these methods because it doesn't transmit signals that can be picked up by diagnostic tools and doesn't emit a tell-tale sound when activated, like other systems on the market.
This device uses the original buttons on your car (steering wheels door panels, doors, or centre consoles) to generate a unique and reversible PIN sequence that only you can access. The code is entered using your smartphone or a secret button on the Ghost unit and it's impossible for anyone else to use this sequence to start the vehicle unless they are yourself. This is the reason it is so effective to stop criminals from escaping, since they cannot escape without you notifying them of their presence.
If you change your vehicle during the course of ownership, you are able to move the Ghost from one vehicle to the next as provided that it is connected to an CAN bus that is compatible. It's a simple procedure that won't invalidate your warranty because it relies on the CAN data network. You don't have to alter your steering wheel or status indicators. The Ghost is so much cheaper and more simple to install than wheel locks, tracking systems or trackers.
There aren't any keyfobs, LEDs or other indicators to assist you in locating it.
It's not surprising that we spend a an enormous amount of money to keep our vehicles clean. However, it is also crucial to keep our car secure too.
Unfortunately the criminals have become more bold and can hack into the vehicle's keyless entry systems that allow them to gain access to your vehicle even whilst the keys are in the ignition, or even inside the house. They could then employ relay devices to copy the unique signal of your car and start it without you knowing. These vehicles are often fitted with trackers, but they can be easily disabled with a few simple tricks.
Autowatch have come up with an innovative solution to stop this, dubbed Ghost, the world's first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser which protects your car like nothing else on the market today. It's TASSA (Tracker and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) confirmed and insurance-approved, which means it can save you money on car insurance.
This innovative device is designed to be undetectable to thieves. It uses the existing buttons in your steering wheel and dashboard to generate a unique PIN sequence up to 20 digits in length that must be entered to start the engine. The system is not able to be detected by RF scanning or code-grabbing technology. It can only be deactivated using an app for smartphones, your key fob, or two smartphones.
It's also completely silent so that a burglar would not know that it is in your vehicle. Also, being connected to the CAN data network, there are no wires to cut or be removed, so it is not disconnected from the ECU to bypass the system.
Other features include a valet function that lets you start your vehicle for a short period of time to clean or maintenance, a change of PIN function in case you forget your PIN and the maintenance and service mode to ensure you can drive as you require to. The device can be tucked away in a number of different locations inside your vehicle. the installation is carried out by our certified Ghost installers to ensure that no permanent marks are left on your interior. This ensures that it is suitable to be resold.
No RF 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 your car's computer to create an unlocked key for your car. Instead, it utilizes the buttons already found on your steering wheel and dashboard to communicate with your car. This is the reason it is so discreet and undetectable since you don't even notice that the device is there in any way. The Ghost is connected to the CAN data network in your vehicle, so no wiring is required.
This means that no one can start your vehicle without a pin number, or smartphone authorization. You'll never have an empty vehicle. This means that thieves who rob your vehicle via relay theft or key cloning or ECU swapping won't be able to start it and are more likely to leave the vehicle in peace.
The buttons on the steering wheel and dash are used to create a hidden 'password.' This code is only accessible to you (like the PIN on a bank card). The system will start the engine in the service valet mode if you press. This mode requires a new PIN, or you can unlock it with the Autowatch App on your smartphone. The app can also be used to lock and unlock your car and allow you to leave it to valet or to drive away without having to worry about it being stolen or having the wrong keys in it.
The Ghost is an affordable and discreet solution to protect your vehicle from theft via contactless. It is TASSA-approved, and could lower insurance costs. You can drive with peace knowing that you are securing your most precious possessions. The Ghost is compatible with a range of vehicles including motorhomes and vans, so that you can be safe wherever you go. To book your free quotation and installation of the Autowatch Ghost, call us now.
No extra wiring
The ghost immobiliser is placed directly in the vehicle and is connected to the CAN data network. This is the reason it's so efficient. ghost immobiliser price doesn't require any key fobs that are sold in the market however, instead it uses the buttons on your current car steering wheel and dashboard in order to create unique PIN sequence that needs to be entered before the motor can 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 standard credit card. You can change it at any time.
It's important that you know that ghost isn't Thatcham-approved unlike wheel locks, or other tracker devices that are made by aftermarket. It is TASSA-approved and many insurance companies recognize it as a security device which can reduce your premiums.
Due to its discrete method of working, it cannot be detected by thieves. It's an excellent option for those who want to keep their vehicles secure and safe while traveling abroad or with valet parking & service companies. The device can be set to Valet mode, which permits the driver to start the car and drive with a limit of 30 mph speed limit without having to enter a pin code. The device can be turned off and fully activated when returning to the car.
This feature is especially useful for those who drive their vehicles frequently, such as taxi drivers and valet services. It is also a great option to help family, friends, or work colleagues allowing them to temporarily start your vehicle while it's in garage to do maintenance or a wash. Once you are back in possession, the Ghost can be reactivated by using the PIN code.
Contrary to many other after-market security products, the Ghost is completely sealed and small, which means it can be hidden in your vehicle. Its small size also means there is no trace of the device, and it will not harm your vehicle in any way.