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What is a Ghost Immobiliser and Tracker?
Immobilisers are security devices that block your car from starting without the correct key or fob. It also helps lower your car insurance rates.
The ghost system creates a unique pin code using the buttons on your car's steering wheel, centre console or door panels. You can change it. Think of it as a PIN for credit cards, but much safer (up to 20 button press). It is undetectable and silently works through the CAN network.
Easy to install
Ghost immobilisers are device that is attached to the engine of your car to stop it from being started without the correct PIN. It's not only easy to install but also tamper-proof and therefore an ideal choice for car owners in Bolton Rochdale.
The Ghost is an immobiliser CAN bus that safeguards your vehicle better than any other available. It prevents your vehicle from key-cloning, hacking (relay attack) and even theft of your keys inside your home by blocking the engine of your car until you enter your unique PIN, or your app is used to permit the engine to begin.
It's not detected by sophisticated scanners and cannot be deactivated with simple wire cutting. It's also inaccessible to professional thieves who use these methods because it doesn't transmit signals that can be detected using diagnostic tools, and it does not emit a distinct chirp when activated as do other systems on the market.
It utilizes the original buttons in your car (steering wheel, door panels or centre console) to create a unique and programmable PIN code that is only accessible to you. The code is entered using your smartphone or a secret button on the Ghost unit and it's impossible for any other driver to use this sequence to start the vehicle unless they are yourself. This is why it's such an effective deterrent for criminals, since they could escape without your notifying them of your presence in your vehicle.
You can even move the Ghost between vehicles if you switch cars in the course of ownership provided that the new vehicle is compatible CAN bus. It's a simple procedure that doesn't void your warranty, as it relies on the CAN data network. You don't need to modify your steering wheel or status indicators. The Ghost is so much cheaper and easier to install than wheel locks, tracking systems, or trackers.
No key-fobs or LED indications to reveal its location
We all consider our cars to be a source of pride and joy in our lives. With this being the case, it is natural that some will spend a considerable amount of money on keeping their vehicle clean. However, it's important that we ensure that our vehicle is secure.
Criminals are becoming more brazen 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 inside the home. These criminals can then employ a relay device to duplicate your car's unique signal and start the engine without you even knowing. Although these vehicles are usually equipped with a tracker, it is possible to disable with a few tricks.
Autowatch has created an innovative method to avoid this, called Ghost. It is the first aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser available on the market that will protect your vehicle like no other. It's TASSA (Tracker and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) certified and insurance-approved, meaning it can help you save money on your car insurance.
This unique device was created to be undetectable by thieves. It utilizes the buttons on your dashboard and steering to generate a unique 20-digit code that needs to be entered in order to start the vehicle. This system cannot be detected by codes-grabbing or RF scanning. It can only be deactivated using an app for smartphones, your key fob, or two smartphones.
It is also silent, so a thief would not even know it was in your car. And, because it is connected to the CAN network, it can't be disconnected from the ECU.
Other features include a valet mode which allows your car to be started up temporarily to perform cleaning or maintenance, a PIN change function in the event that you forget your PIN, and a service and maintenance mode to allow you to drive your car if you require it. The device can be put in on different places in your vehicle. Our certified Ghost installers will install it in a way that there are no permanent marks left on the interior of your car.
No technology for RF scanning or code-grabbing
The Ghost Immobiliser does not use codes-grabbing or RF scanning technology, which is the main way that thieves target cars to steal key fobs and get access to your car's computer to create an unlocked key for your car. Instead, it makes use of the buttons that are already present in 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 it is there in any way. This also means that no additional wiring is required, since the Ghost works with the CAN data network in your vehicle, which means there aren't any circuit breaks when it is installed or operating and is quiet.
It blocks anyone from beginning your car without a unique pin or smartphone authorization and you will never be left with an empty vehicle. This means that thieves who rob your vehicle using relay theft, key cloning or ECU swapping will not be able start it, and are more likely to leave your vehicle completely.
A secret 'password' for buttons is created by combining the buttons already present on your steering wheel and dash board that only you know (as using a PIN code on a credit card). The system will begin the engine in service valet mode if you press. This mode requires an additional 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 car. This lets you leave your car to be cleaned or to leave the car without worrying about whether it might be stolen, or that keys are not inside it.
The Ghost is a discrete and cost-effective option to protect your car from contactless theft. It is TASSA-approved, and could reduce the cost of insurance. You can drive with peace knowing that you are securing your prized possessions. The Ghost is compatible with a wide range of vehicles, including vans and motorhomes to allow you to be confident wherever you travel. To book your free quotation and installation of the Autowatch Ghost, call us today.
No extra wiring
Ghost immobilisers are installed directly into the vehicle and is connected to the CAN data network, this is the reason it's so effective. The device doesn't require key fobs that are sold in the market, but instead uses the buttons on your current dashboard and steering wheel in order to create an individual PIN sequence that is entered before the motor is able to start. The sequence can be as long or as short as you like and can even contain numbers or letters, making it as secure as credit cards. You can alter it at any time.
It's important that you know that ghost is not a Thatcham-approved device unlike wheel locks or other tracker devices that are made by aftermarket. However, because of how the device functions, it is TASSA approved and recognised by a variety of insurance companies as a security measure that helps lower your premiums.
Due to its discreet method of working it is not able to be spotted by thieves. ghost immobiliser price is an excellent option for those who wish to ensure that their vehicles are safe and secure whilst travelling abroad or for use in conjunction with valet parking and service companies. The device can be set to Valet mode, which allows the driver of the vehicle to start the car and drive it with parameters such as a 30mph speed limit without needing 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 utilize their vehicles, like valet or taxi drivers. It can also be used by family members, friends or work colleagues, allowing them to temporarily start your car whilst it's in the garage for maintenance or washing. The Ghost can be activated by entering the PIN code once you're back with your vehicle.
In contrast to other after - market security products unlike other security products that are sold aftermarket, the Ghost is completely sealed and small, which means it can be hidden anywhere inside your vehicle. Its small size also means that there is no trace of the device, and it will not cause any damage to your vehicle in any way.