What is a Ghost Immobiliser and Tracker?
An immobiliser is a security feature that prevents your car from starting if you do not have the right key or fob. It also helps reduce your car insurance costs.
ghost immobiliser for sale uses the buttons in your vehicle's steering wheel center console or door panels to create a unique pin code sequence that you can alter and think of it as the PIN for credit cards but more secure (up to 20 button presses). It is undetectable and operates quietly on the CAN data network.
Easy to install
Ghost immobilisers or PIN code blocker is a device mounted on your car's engine that stops it from starting in the event that the PIN code was not entered correctly. It's not just easy to install but also tamper-proof and therefore a good choice for car owners in Bolton Rochdale.
The Ghost is the first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser. it protects your vehicle like nothing else on the market today. It protects your vehicle from key cloning, hacking (relay attack) and even theft of the keys inside your home. It blocks the engine of your vehicle until you enter your unique PIN, or your app is used to permit the engine to begin.
As it sits on the CAN data network of your vehicle there is no wiring that needs to be added, which means that it cannot be detected by sophisticated scanners or even disarmed by simple wire cutting. It's also unnoticeable to professional thieves using these methods, as it doesn't transmit signals that could easily be detected by diagnostic tools.
It utilizes the original buttons in your car (steering wheel doors, door panels, or the centre console) to generate a unique and changeable PIN code sequence that is only known to you. The code is entered using your smartphone or an unidentified button on the Ghost device, and it is impossible for anyone else to use this sequence to start the car unless they are your. This is the reason it is so effective to deter criminals, since they cannot escape without you notifying them of their presence.
You can also move the Ghost between vehicles if you change cars during your lifetime of ownership, as long as the new vehicle is compatible CAN bus. It's a simple procedure that won't affect your warranty since it is part of 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 more simple to install than wheel locks, tracking systems or trackers.
No key-fobs or LED indications to reveal its location
It's not surprising that we all spend a lot of dollars to keep our cars clean. It is essential to keep our cars safe.
Unfortunately the criminals are becoming more bold and can hack into keyless entry systems allowing them to gain access to your vehicle even when the keys are in the ignition, or even inside your home. Criminals are able to utilize a relay device in order to duplicate your car's unique signal and start it up without your knowledge. Even though these vehicles are generally equipped with a tracker this can be easily disabled with a few tricks.
Autowatch has created a revolutionary solution to prevent this, called Ghost. It's the first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser on the market that safeguards your vehicle like no other. It's TASSA (Tracker and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) confirmed and insurance approved - meaning it could help you save money on your car insurance.
This innovative device was designed to be unnoticeable by thieves. It uses the buttons on your dashboard and the steering to create a unique 20-digit PIN code that has to be entered to open the car. This is a device that cannot be detected using codes grabbing or RF scanning technology. It can only be disabled by a smartphone app downloaded via your key fob or the presence of two smartphones.
It's also quiet and a burglar would not even know it was in your car. Furthermore, since it is connected to the CAN network, it can't be disconnected from the ECU.
Other features include a valet mode that allows your car to be turned off temporarily to perform cleaning or maintenance as well as a PIN change function in the event of forgetting your PIN, and maintenance and service modes to allow you to drive your car whenever you need it. The device can be placed at various locations within your car. Our certified Ghost installers will install it in a way that there are no permanent marks on the interior of your car.
No RF scanning technology, or code-grabbing
The Ghost Immobiliser doesn't use RF scanning technology or code-grabbing, which is how thieves target vehicles to steal key fobs and gain access to the computer of your car to generate blank keys for your car. It makes use of the buttons on your dashboard as well as the steering wheel to communicate with your vehicle. This is the reason it is extremely discreet and invisible since you don't even notice the device at all. This also means that no additional wiring is required, since the Ghost will work with the CAN data network in your vehicle This means that there are no cuts in the circuit during installation or operation, and is completely silent.
This will prevent anyone from starting your vehicle without a pin number, or smartphone authorization. You'll never have an empty car. This means that thieves who rob your vehicle using relay theft, key cloning, or ECU swapping won't be able start it, and are more likely to leave the vehicle in peace.
A hidden 'password' of buttons is created using the buttons you have on your steering wheel and dash board that only you can identify (as with a PIN code on a credit card). The system will start the engine in the service valet mode when pressed. This mode requires a new PIN or you can unlock it with 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 could be stolen or that keys are not inside.
The Ghost is a discrete and cost-effective solution to help protect your car from theft via contactless. It is TASSA-approved and can lower insurance costs. You can drive with confidence knowing you are protecting your prized possessions. The Ghost is compatible with a variety of vehicles, including vans and motorhomes to allow you to feel secure wherever you travel. Call us today for your free estimate 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 why it is so effective. The device does not require any after-market key fobs, instead it utilizes the buttons on your existing car's dashboard and steering wheel to create an unique PIN code sequence that must be entered before the engine is able to start. This sequence can be created as long or short as you'd like and can include numbers or letters. It's as secure as a regular credit card. You can modify it at any time.
It is important to note that, unlike a 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 approved and recognised by many insurance companies as a security measure that helps lower your premiums.
It is a great option for those who want to ensure their vehicles are safe and secure while travelling abroad or for valet parking and service businesses. The device comes with a Valet mode that can be activated which allows the driver to start and drive the vehicle, with set parameters such as 30mph speed limit, without needing to enter the pin code. It is then deactivated again and is fully active when you return to your car.
This feature is especially useful for people who use their vehicles frequently for example, valet and taxi drivers. This feature can be used by family members, friends or colleagues to start your car while it is in the garage or is being cleaned. When you return to possession the Ghost can be reactivated by using the PIN code.
In contrast to other after-market security products unlike other security products that are sold aftermarket, the Ghost is fully sealed and small, which means it can be hidden anywhere in your vehicle. The Ghost's small size means it is almost undetectable and won't cause any damage to your car in any way.