What is a Ghost Immobiliser and Tracker?
An immobiliser is a security feature that prevents your car from starting without the correct key or fob. It can help to lower your insurance premium for your car and also.
The ghost system creates a unique pin code using the buttons on your vehicle's steering wheel, centre console or door panels. You can alter it. Imagine it as the PIN on credit card but more secure (up to 20 button presses). It is invisible and silently works through the CAN network.
Easy to install
Ghost immobilisers, also known as a PIN code blocker, is a device installed on your car's engine that stops it from starting if the PIN code is not entered correctly. It's not just easy to install but also tamperproof, making it a great choice for car owners in Bolton Rochdale.
ghost immobiliser near me is a CAN bus immobiliser that safeguards your vehicle better than anything else on the market today. It protects your vehicle from key-cloning hacking (relay attack) and even the theft of the actual keys from inside your home. It blocks your car's engine until either you enter your unique PIN or the application is used to allow the engine to start.
As it sits on the CAN data network of your vehicle, there is no additional wiring to be added which means it can't be detected by sophisticated scanners or even deactivated with a simple wire cutting. It's also inaccessible to professional thieves who employ these methods because it doesn't transmit signals that can be detected by diagnostic tools and does not emit a distinct chirp when activated as do other systems on the market.
The device utilizes the buttons that are on your vehicle (steering wheels doors, door panels or centre consoles) to generate an unique and reversible PIN sequence that only you know. This code is entered by using your smartphone, or a secret button on the Ghost device. It is not possible for anyone else to use this sequence except for you. This is the reason it is so effective to deter criminals, since they cannot escape without you noticing them and alerting to their presence.
If you decide to change vehicles in the course of your ownership, you can transfer the Ghost from one vehicle to another so long as it has an CAN bus that is compatible. It's an easy procedure that won't cause warranty voiding since it is part of the CAN data network and does not require any modification to your steering wheel or status indicator. The Ghost is so much cheaper and more simple to install than wheel locks, tracking systems or trackers.
No key-fobs or LED indications to give away its location
It's not a surprise that we all spend an enormous amount of money to keep our cars clean. It is important to ensure the safety of our vehicles.
Criminals are becoming more ruthless and are able to attack keyless entry systems to steal your car even while the keys are in the ignition. They can even do this inside your home. They can then make use of relay devices to duplicate the unique signal of your car and start it without your knowledge. These vehicles are typically equipped with trackers, but they can be easily disabled by using simple tricks.
Autowatch has developed an innovative method to avoid this issue, which is known as Ghost. It's the first aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser available on the market that will protect your vehicle like no other. It is TASSA (Tracker and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) certified, tested and approved by insurance companies, meaning you could save money on your auto insurance.
This innovative device is designed in a way to be inaccessible to thieves. It makes use of the buttons that are already present on your dashboard and steering wheel to create a unique pin sequence that can be up to 20 digits long which must be entered to start the engine. It is a system that cannot be detected using RF scanning or code grabbing technology. It is only disarmed via a smartphone app downloaded, your key fob or the presence of two smartphones together.
It is also silent so thieves would not be able to tell it was in your car. Also, since it is connected to the CAN network, it is unable to be disconnected from the ECU.
Other options 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 the event that you forget your PIN, and a maintenance and service mode so you can continue driving when you require to. The device can be installed at various locations within your car. Our certified Ghost installers will install it to ensure that there are no permanent marks left on the interior of your car.
No RF scanning or code-grabbing technology
The Ghost Immobiliser doesn't use RF scanning technology or code-grabbing, which is how thieves target cars to take keys and gain access to the computer in your car to generate blank keys for your car. Instead, it makes use of the buttons that are already present on your steering wheel and dashboard to communicate with your car. This is why it is extremely discreet and invisible, as you cannot see that it is there at all. This also means that no additional wiring is needed, as the Ghost will function with your vehicle's CAN data network which means that there are no cuts in the circuit during installation or operation, and is silent.
This will prevent anyone from starting your vehicle without a pin number, or smartphone authorization. You'll never be in an empty car. This means that even if your vehicle is stolen through key cloning, relay theft, or ECU swapping thieves won't be able to start your vehicle, which makes them more likely to leave it alone to avoid being found.
A hidden 'password' of buttons is created by combining the existing buttons on your steering wheel and dash board that only you know (as with a PIN code 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 unlock it using the Autowatch App on your phone. The app can be used to lock or unlock your vehicle. This lets you leave your car to be cleaned, or leave the car without worrying about whether it will be stolen or that keys are not inside it.
The Ghost is an affordable and discreet solution to protect your vehicle from theft via contactless. It is TASSA-approved and may lower insurance costs. You can drive in peace knowing that you are protecting your most precious possessions. The Ghost is suitable for a variety of different types of vehicles including vans and motorhomes So you'll be safe wherever you go. Call us today to book your free quote and installation of the Autowatch Ghost.
No extra wiring
Ghost immobilisers are installed directly into the vehicle and is connected to the CAN data network. This is why it's so effective. It doesn't require any after-market key fobs however, instead it uses the buttons of your existing car steering wheel and dashboard in order to create unique PIN sequence that is entered before the motor can begin. The sequence can be made as long or short as you want and can include numbers or letters. It's as secure as a standard credit card. It can also be altered at anytime.
It is important to note that, unlike the wheel lock or other after-market tracker devices, ghost isn't an approved product by Thatcham. However, because of how the device works it is TASSA recognized and approved by many insurance companies as a security measure which helps reduce your premiums.
As a result of its secluded method of operation it is unable to be detected by thieves. It is an ideal choice for those who want to ensure their vehicles are safe and secure while traveling abroad or working with valet parking and service companies. The device has a Valet mode that is activated. This allows the driver to begin and drive the vehicle, with pre-set parameters, such as a 30mph speed limit, and without having to enter the pin code. The device can be deactivated again and is fully activated when you return to your vehicle.
This feature is especially beneficial for those who use their vehicles on a regular basis for example, taxi drivers and valet services. This feature can be utilized by family members as well as colleagues, friends or family members to start your car when it is in the garage or being cleaned. When you return to possession the Ghost can be reactivated using the PIN code.
The Ghost is a small and completely sealed device that can be concealed in any area of your vehicle. The Ghost's small size makes it virtually undetectable and will not cause any damage to your car in any way.
