What is a Ghost Immobiliser and Tracker?
Immobilisers are security devices that stop your car from starting without the correct fob or key. It can help to lower your insurance premium for your car as well.
The ghost system generates an individual pin code by using the buttons on your car's steering wheel, centre console or door panels. You can alter it. Think of it like the PIN on a credit card, but much safer (up to 20 button presses). It is undetectable and operates silently on the CAN data network.
Easy to install
Ghost immobilisers or PIN code blocker is a device mounted on your car's engine which stops 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 which makes it a fantastic choice for car owners in Bolton Rochdale.
The Ghost is the world's first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser and it safeguards your vehicle like nothing else available today. It protects your vehicle from key cloning, hacking (relay attack) and even the theft of the keys inside your home by blocking the engine of your vehicle until you enter your unique PIN, or your app is used to allow the engine to begin.
Since it's part of 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 disabled with a simple wire cutting. It's also undetectable by the professional thieves who employ these methods because it doesn't emit signals that can be detected using diagnostic tools, and it does not emit a distinctive sound when activated, like other systems available.
It uses your original buttons in your car (steering wheel doors, door panels or the centre console) to generate a unique, changeable PIN code that is only known by you. The code is entered using your smartphone, or a secret button located on the Ghost unit. It is not possible for anyone else to access this sequence unless it's you. This is why it's an effective deterrent to criminals as there's no way they could escape without your noticing and alerting them to the presence of your vehicle.
If you ever change your vehicle during the course of ownership, you can move the Ghost from one vehicle to the next as long as it has an CAN bus that is compatible. It's a really easy process that does not cause warranty voiding since it sits on the CAN data network and does not require any modifications to your steering wheel or status indicator. The Ghost is a lot less expensive and simpler to install than wheel locks, tracking systems, or trackers.
No key-fobs or LED indications to reveal its location
It's not a surprise that we spend a an enormous amount of dollars to keep our cars clean. It is important to ensure that our cars are safe.
Criminals are becoming more brazen, and they can hack keyless entry systems to steal your car while the keys are still in the ignition. They could even do this inside your home. They could then make use of relay devices to duplicate the unique signal from your car and then start it without you knowing. These vehicles are usually equipped with trackers, however they can be easily disabled by using simple techniques.
Autowatch has created a revolutionary solution to prevent this issue, which is known as Ghost. It's the first aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser on the market that safeguards your vehicle like nothing else. It is TASSA (Tracker and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) certified, tested and approved by insurance companies, meaning you could save money on your car insurance.
This unique device has been designed in a way that it is undetectable to thieves and uses the buttons that are already present on your steering wheel and dashboard to create a unique pin sequence up to 20 digits in length that must be entered in order to start the engine. This is a device that is not able to be detected by RF scanning or code grabbing technology. It is only removed by a smartphone application installed, your key fob or the presence of two smartphones together.
It is also silent so thieves wouldn't know it was in your car. And, because it is connected to the CAN network, it is unable to be disconnected from the ECU.
Other options include a valet function that allows you to start your car for a few minutes to clean or maintenance, a change of PIN function in case you forget your PIN, and maintenance and service mode so you can continue driving when you need to. The device can be hidden in a number of different locations inside your vehicle. the installation is carried out by our vetted Ghost installers so that there are no permanent marks left on your interior, which means that it is suitable to be resold.
No RF scanning technology or code-grabbing
The Ghost Immobiliser does not use RF scanning or code-grabbing technology, which is the main way that thieves target cars to steal the key fobs and gain access to your car's computer to create an empty key for your vehicle. Instead, it utilizes the buttons already found on your steering wheel and dashboard to communicate with your car. This is why it's completely invisible and unnoticeable because you can't see the device in any way. This also means that no additional wiring is required, as the Ghost works with the CAN data network in your vehicle, which means there are no cuts in the circuit during installation or operation and is quiet.
This will prevent anyone from starting your vehicle without a unique pin or smartphone authorisation. You'll never have an empty vehicle. This means that thieves who steal your vehicle using relay theft, key cloning or ECU swapping won't be able to start it, and are more likely to leave the vehicle alone.
The buttons on the dash and steering wheel are used to create a hidden password. The code is only accessible to you (like a PIN on a bank card). When the button is pressed, the system will allow the engine to start in service valet mode. This mode will require a different 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 vehicle. This allows you to leave your car to be cleaned or to leave it without fearing that it could be stolen or that keys are not in it.
The Ghost is a discrete and cost-effective solution to help safeguard your vehicle from theft through contactless technology. It is TASSA approved and can reduce your insurance costs, so you can drive confidently knowing that your car's pride and joy is safe. The Ghost is compatible with a wide range of vehicles including motorhomes and vans to allow you to be safe wherever you travel. 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, which is the reason it's so effective. It doesn't require any keys from the market and instead utilizes the buttons on your current dashboard and steering wheel to create unique PIN sequence that must be entered before the motor is able to start. This sequence can be created as long or short as you like and can contain numbers or letters. It's as secure as a standard credit card. You can change it at any time.
It's important to point out that unlike the wheel lock or other after - market tracker devices, ghost is not thatcham-approved. However, due to how the device functions, it is TASSA approved and recognised by a variety of insurance companies as a security measure that can lower your insurance premiums.
It is a great option for those who wish to ensure their vehicles are safe and secure while traveling abroad, or for valet parking and service firms. The device can be set to Valet mode, which permits the driver of the vehicle ghost immobiliser tracker to start the car and drive with a limit of 30 mph speed limit without entering a pin code. It is then deactivated again and is fully active when you return to your vehicle.
This feature is particularly useful for people who use their vehicles regularly, such as taxi drivers and valet services. This feature can be utilized by family members or friends to start your car even if it's in the garage or being washed. The Ghost can be reactivated by entering the PIN code once you're back in possession of your vehicle.
The Ghost is a very small and completely sealed device that can be concealed in any area of your vehicle. The Ghost's small size means it is virtually undetectable and will not cause any damage to your car in any way.