What is a Ghost Immobiliser and Tracker?
Immobilisers are security devices that prevent your car from starting without the correct fob or key. It also can help lower your car insurance rates.
The ghost system generates an individual pin code by using the buttons on your car's steering, centre console, or door panels. You can alter it. Imagine it as a PIN for credit cards however, it is much more secure (up to 20 button presses). It is completely invisible and works on the CAN network.
Easy to install
Ghost immobilisers is also known as a PIN code blocker is a device mounted on your car's engine that stops it from being started if the PIN code is not entered correctly. It's not just easy to install but also tamperproof, making it a great option for car owners in Bolton Rochdale.
The Ghost is an immobiliser CAN bus that is more secure than anything else available today. It protects your vehicle from key-cloning hacking (relay attack) and even theft of your keys inside your home. It blocks the engine of your car until you enter your unique PIN, or your app is used to permit the engine to begin.
It isn't detectable by sophisticated scanners and cannot be disarmed with simple wire cutting. It's also unnoticeable to professional thieves using these methods, as it does not transmit signals that could easily be detected using diagnostic tools.
The device utilizes the buttons that are on your vehicle (steering wheels, door panels or centre consoles) to create a unique and changeable PIN sequence that only you can access. It's entered with your smartphone or an unidentified button on the Ghost device, and it is impossible for anyone else to use this sequence to start your vehicle unless they are you. This is why it's such a good deterrent to criminals as there's no way they can make a getaway without your notifying them of your presence in your vehicle.
If you change your vehicle during the course of ownership, you can transfer the Ghost from one vehicle to another as long as it's equipped with a CAN bus that's compatible. It's a simple process that won't invalidate your warranty, as it relies on the CAN data network. You don't have to modify your steering wheel or status indicators. The Ghost is much less expensive and more simple to install than wheel locks, tracking systems, or trackers.
There are no keyfobs or LEDs or other indicators that can assist you in locating it.
It's not surprising that we all spend an enormous amount of money to keep our cars clean. It is crucial to keep our cars safe.
Criminals are becoming more ruthless and are able to hack into keyless entry systems to steal your vehicle even while the keys are in the ignition. They can even do this from the inside of your home. They can then make use of relay devices to duplicate the unique signal of your vehicle and start it without you knowing. These vehicles are typically fitted with trackers, but they can be deactivated by using simple techniques.
Autowatch has come up with a revolutionary solution to prevent this called Ghost, the world's first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser, which will protect your car unlike any other available. It is TASSA (Tracker and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) and is verified and approved by insurance companies, meaning you can save money on your auto insurance.
This unique device has been designed in a way to be inaccessible to thieves and uses the existing buttons in your steering wheel and dashboard to create a unique PIN sequence that can be up to 20 digits that is required to enter in order to start the engine. It is a system that cannot be detected using RF scanning or code grabbing technology and can only be removed by a smartphone application downloaded, your key fob or the presence of two smartphones.
It's also quiet and a burglar would not even know that it was in your car. Also, since it is connected to the CAN network, it is unable to be disconnected from the ECU.
Other features include a valet function that allows you to start your car temporarily for cleaning or service, a PIN-change function in case you forget your PIN, and a maintenance and service mode so you can drive as you require to. The device can be placed at various locations within your car. Our certified Ghost installers will install it so that there aren't permanent marks on the interior of your vehicle.
No technology for RF scanning or code-grabbing
The Ghost Immobiliser does not use codes-grabbing or RF scanning technology which is the primary method used by thieves to steal key fobs and gain access to your car's computer to create a blank key for your vehicle. It uses the buttons on your dashboard and steering wheel to communicate with your vehicle. It's therefore extremely discreet and unnoticeable, as it's not visible. This is also why no additional wiring is required, as the Ghost works with your vehicle's CAN data networks, which means there aren't any circuit breaks during installation or operation and is quiet.
This means that no one can start your vehicle without a unique pin or smartphone authorization. You'll never be in an empty vehicle. This means that even if your car is stolen via key cloning, relay theft or ECU swapping thieves won't be able to start your car, making them more likely to leave it alone to avoid being arrested.
The buttons on the steering wheel and dash are used to create a hidden password. The code is only known by you (like the PIN on a bank card). When pressed the system will allow the engine to start in service valet mode. This mode requires a new 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 lets you leave your car to be cleaned or leave it without fearing that it will be stolen or that keys are not in it.
The Ghost is an affordable and discreet way to safeguard your vehicle from contactless theft. It is TASSA approved and can reduce your insurance costs, so you can drive with confidence knowing that your pride and joy is safe. The Ghost is suitable for many different types of vehicles, including motorhomes and vans So you'll be safe wherever you are. Call us today for your free quote and installation of the Autowatch Ghost.
No extra wiring
The ghost immobiliser is installed directly in the vehicle and is connected to the CAN data network. This is the reason it's so efficient. It doesn't require any after-market key fobs and instead uses the buttons on your existing car's steering wheel and dashboard to generate a unique PIN code sequence which is entered before the engine is able to start. This sequence can be made as long or as short as you want and may include numbers or letters. It's just as secure as a standard credit card. It can also be altered at anytime.
It is important to know that ghost is not a Thatcham-approved device unlike wheel locks, or other tracker devices that are made by aftermarket. It is TASSA-approved and a lot of insurance companies recognize it as a security instrument that can reduce your premiums.
Due to its secluded method of operation it is not able to be spotted by thieves. It's an excellent choice for those who wish to keep their vehicles safe and secure while traveling abroad or with valet parking & service companies. The device can be set to Valet mode, which permits the driver of the vehicle to start the car and drive with a limit of 30 mph speed limit without having to enter an entry code. The device can be turned off and then fully reactivated when returning to the car.
This feature is especially useful for those who frequently utilize their vehicles, such as valet or taxi drivers. It can also be utilized for family, friends or work colleagues, allowing them to temporarily start your car whilst it's in the garage to do maintenance or a wash. When you return to possession, the Ghost can be activated again using the PIN code.
Unlike many 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 there is no evidence of the device and it won't cause any damage to your vehicle in any way.