Protect Your Vehicle With a Ghost Immobiliser
With more and more happiness and pride being poured into our vehicles it is only natural to secure them. The Autowatch Ghost system is a discrete immobiliser that is connected to the vehicle CAN data network and functions through the ECU the car's brain..
The device is similar to a PIN code on a credit card does not permit your car to move until you enter the pin code sequence in up 20 presses.
No key fobs or LED indicators to indicate its location.
The Ghost Immobiliser is virtually invisible to anyone entering your vehicle since it does not use LED indicators or key fobs. The system uses buttons on the steering wheel, the centre console or door to generate an individual pin code that has to be entered in order for your vehicle to begin. The system can be programmed to require up to 20 presses before the engine will begin to turn on making it nearly impossible for thieves or cloners to hack into your car.
Modern car thieves are able to employ professional diagnostic tools to detect what security systems are fitted to vehicles, however the Ghost does not transmit signals like conventional systems do. Criminals can recognize the kind of security device installed in your car using sophisticated scanners for RF, code grabbing and relay attack techniques. This will allow them to alter the immobiliser or alarm circuits to disable your system and steal your vehicle.
The Ghost is unlike other immobilisers available on the market as it is integrated directly into the CAN data network of your car or van which makes it virtually impossible to bypass. The system is compatible with newer vehicles that don't have keyfob security. It can also be utilized in electric vehicles and it is able to prevent the car from entering an "service valet" mode.
If it is installed by one of our qualified engineers, we offer the TASSA confirmed guarantee to give you assurance that your installation is safe and of the highest standards. TASSA is an organisation that maintains and improves standards in the security of vehicles industry. They ensure that all their approved installers have completed DBS checks and are certified, insured and trained to install the Ghost. They also provide owners instructions, installation certificate and a Ghost emergency card. This will also make your car qualified for a substantial reduction in the cost of your insurance. This is because your vehicle will be less likely to be stolen and your insurance company will have a much easier time recovering.
No Circuit Cuts
The Ghost is a CAN bus immobiliser which protects your car better than any other. It is not linked to LED indicators or key fobs however, it communicates directly with the vehicle's CAN system. It will then block the ECU and prevent the engine from running until a specific PIN has been entered via the steering wheel or dash buttons (brand dependent). This means that it is impossible for thieves to 'hack' into the system by using relay attacks or any other method and cannot be disabled by several buttons as in older systems.
The system has the Service and Valet mode that is activated while the vehicle is in garage for servicing, or valet parking. The vehicle can be started temporarily while being worked on without having to use the pin code or hand over keys. ghost 2 immobiliser cost will automatically disable itself once you return the vehicle.
The Ghost is a more secure option for classic, sports and prestige cars that need to be isolated from the battery when parked for extended periods of time. It is also undetectable by modern technology for RF scanning and code grabbing, making it very difficult for hackers or thieves to bypass.
If you're looking for a complete vehicle security solution that will not only guard against key-cloning and hacking, but can also track your vehicle in the event of theft, we suggest you look into one of our S7 tracker systems that integrate seamlessly with Ghost to give you total security. All of our installations are carried out by a fully qualified, experienced and insured TASSA approved installer and you will receive detailed demonstrations of the product before handover with owner's manuals, installation certification, and an emergency card from Ghost.
Contact us for a quote and book for having a Ghost installed on your vehicle. It's usually a better option to make a reservation in advance instead of waiting until the last minute when we get extremely busy. We'll do our best to get you booked in as soon as we can.
No Scanning with RF
Many car thieves are using sophisticated tools to copy vehicle keys and steal cars. These devices are readily accessible on the internet and require very little skill to operate. These cloning systems do not make use of RF scanning to identify the Ghost immobiliser.
Instead, the system uses the buttons on your car to create an individual pin code push sequence. This is accomplished by using the buttons on your steering wheels, door panels, or on your centre console. It is also reversible and not a pin number like a remote key fob which makes it very difficult to hack.
The Autowatch Ghost is extremely secure and easy to use. It is not dependent on the smartphone and can be used with a small waterproof wireless tag or the Apple or Android application (sold separately). You simply enter into service mode on your mobile device, leave the car and then return your car to valet mode and turn off your phone. This is a great option for classic cars and prestige cars that are often maintained by garages owned by dealers.
Brand-dependent, these CANBUS immobilisers work with other security devices such as alarms or trackers. This lets the user choose whether or not they would like their tracker or alarm to be the first priority over CAN bus immobilisers. This is especially useful when you have a Thatcham-approved Tracker installed, as the tracker will be armed before Ghost is activated.
The CANBUS immobilisers utilize the cars CAN data bus to block the codes that would be transmitted to the ECU and BCM controllers by the remote keys that came with it, this stops them from starting the car or triggering the engine. These systems can also be used to provide an additional layer of security in cars that have remote controls from the factory (Brand dependant) and provide additional security for electric cars and cars with keyless entry.
If you are looking for the latest level of security for your BMW then the Autowatch Ghost is an ideal solution. It is almost impossible to notice because it is hidden within the wiring. It does not rely on any indicators in the form of LEDs or key fobs which helps in avoiding any criminals from noticing its presence in your car.
No Electronics Detected
As a top Thatcham Installer We install the groundbreaking new product called the Ghost immobiliser made by Autowatch that prevents Keyless Entry theft and cloning which is on the increase in modern automobiles. It is a covert device that doesn't rely on LED indicators or key fobs. It utilizes the buttons in your car's factory to generate a pin code push sequence that is unique to you and is required before the car can be started or moved. The car will not move or start until this sequence is entered correctly. Many insurance companies are asking for this device to be installed as standard, and can lead to a decrease in monthly premiums.
It doesn't require the cutting of wires in order to be installed since it connects to the CAN data bus and operates via the ECU (Engine Control Unit). The device is not able to be detected with the diagnostic tools that high-tech thieves use, and there isn't a way to detect the telltale clicking of a conventional relay as on a more conventional security device. Ghost Immobilisers can be configured to operate in a service mode which allows your vehicle to be started without the PIN code. This is useful for taking it to garages or valet parking service. The PIN code can be altered at any time for added security.
The Ghost II is TASSA approved which means it is only available through fully certified installers. This gives you a high degree of protection and also means that the Engineer who installs it is DBS checked as well as trained and insured.
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