Protect Your Vehicle With a Ghost Immobiliser
With more and more joy and happiness being poured into our vehicles it is only natural to safeguard them. The Autowatch Ghost system is a discreet immobiliser that connects to the vehicle CAN data network and operates via the ECU the car's brain..
Once it is installed the device will block your car from moving unless an appropriate pin code sequence (up to 20 presses) is entered, just like a PIN on your credit card.
No Key Fobs or LED Indications to indicate its location
The Ghost Immobiliser is virtually invisible to anyone who comes into your vehicle since it does not utilize LED indicators or key fobs. The system uses buttons on the steering wheel, centre console, or door to generate an unique pin code that has to be entered to allow your vehicle to begin. The system can be set to require up to 20 presses before the engine can turn on making it nearly impossible for criminals or cloners to hack into your vehicle.
Modern car thieves are able to employ professional diagnostic tools to identify which security systems are installed in vehicles, however the Ghost does not transmit signals like conventional security systems do. Criminals can recognize the kind of security device installed in your car by using sophisticated technology for RF scanning, code grabbing and relay attack techniques. They are able to disable your vehicle's security system by altering the alarm or immobiliser.
Unlike other immobilisers on the market, the Ghost is incorporated into your vehicle's CAN data network, so it is virtually impossible to bypass and hack. The system is compatible with modern cars that don't have key fob security. It will also work in all electric vehicles and can even stop the vehicle from going into "service valet mode".
After installation by our highly qualified engineers, TASSA will verify the installation to ensure that it is secure and in compliance with the standards. TASSA is an organisation that is responsible for maintaining and improving standards in the automotive security industry and ensures that all their certified installers have been through DBS checks and are certified, insured, and trained to install the Ghost. You will also receive your Ghost emergency card, installation certification and owner manuals. Your insurance premiums will be significantly decreased. This is due to the fact that your vehicle will be less likely to be stolen, and it will be much simpler for insurers to recover.
No Circuit Cuts
The Ghost is a CAN bus immobiliser which protects your car better than any other. In contrast to other aftermarket car security devices, this one isn't connected to key fobs or LED indications and works by communicating directly with the vehicle's CAN system. This enables it to block the ECU from starting and stop the engine from running until the PIN is first entered via the dash or steering wheel buttons (brand dependent). This makes it impossible for hackers to hack' into the system by using relay attacks or any other method and cannot be disabled by a few button presses like with older systems.
The system also comes with a Service and Valet mode that is activated when the vehicle is in garage to service or valet parking. This allows the vehicle to be started temporarily while being worked on without the need to hand over keys or enter the pin code, but the system automatically shuts down once the vehicle is back in your possession.
The Ghost is a more secure option for classic, sports and prestige automobiles that must be isolated from the battery when parked for long periods. It is also undetected by modern scans using RF and code-grabbing technology making it very difficult for thieves to steal or hack.
If you're seeking a complete set of vehicle security that will not only safeguard against key cloning but also track your vehicle in the event that it is stolen, then we recommend one of our S7 tracking systems. They work seamlessly with Ghost to provide peace of mind. All installations are performed by a TASSA-approved installer who is certified as well as insured and knowledgeable. You'll also receive an emergency card for Ghost, owner manuals and Installation certification.
If you're interested in having a Ghost fitted to your vehicle, then please contact us for pricing and to book. Making an advance booking is generally quicker than waiting until the last minute, when we are extremely busy. We'll try to book you in as soon as possible.
No RF Scanning
Many car thieves are using sophisticated equipment to clone car keys and steal vehicles. These devices are readily accessible online and require little knowledge to operate. The Ghost immobiliser is not detectable using these cloning devices because it does not rely on the scanning of RF signals.
Instead the system uses the buttons inside your car to create an unique pin code push sequence. This is accomplished by using the buttons on your steering wheels, door panels, or on your auto ghost immobiliser centre console. This is also a changeable number and not a PIN like a remote fob which makes it very difficult to hack.
This makes the Autowatch Ghost very secure and extremely simple to use. It doesn't require a smartphone, but can be utilized with a small waterproof tag or an Apple or Android App (sold separately). You can switch to service mode with your mobile device and then drive away. Then you can return the vehicle to valet-mode & disable your smartphone. This is a great option for classic cars as well as prestige vehicles that are usually serviced at dealer garages.
Brand-dependent These CANBUS immobilisers are compatible with other security devices like alarms or trackers. This gives the user to decide if they wish to prioritize their tracker or alarm over the imobilisers CAN bus. This is particularly useful in the event that you have a certified Thatcham Tracker installed, as the tracker will be armed prior to the time Ghost is activated.
The CANBUS immobilisers make use of the car's CAN data bus to block the codes that could be sent to the ECU and BCM controllers by the remote keys that came with it, this hinders them from starting the car or activating the engine. These systems can also be used to add an extra layer of security to vehicles with remote controls from the factory (Brand dependent) and provide additional security for electric vehicles as well as those with keyless entry.
If you're looking for the latest level of security for your BMW then the Autowatch Ghost is an ideal solution. It is completely hidden in the wiring, making it virtually impossible to see. It doesn't use LED indicators or keys-fobs, which can prevent the criminal from being able to detect its presence.
There are no electronic devices to be Detected
As a top Thatcham Installer We install the innovative new product called the Ghost immobiliser made by Autowatch that prevents Keyless Entry theft and cloning which is on the rise in modern vehicles. It is a hidden system that does not rely on LED indications or key fobs. It makes use of the buttons in your car's factory to create a pin code push sequence that is specific to you and is required before the vehicle is able to start or move. The car cannot move or start until this sequence is properly entered. Many insurance companies are seeking this device to be installed as standard, and it can often lead to a reduction in monthly cost.
It does not require the cutting of wires to be put in place as it connects up to the CAN data bus and functions via the ECU (Engine Control Unit). The device is not able to be detected with the kinds of diagnostic tools that thieves using high-tech use, and there isn't a way they can listen for the telltale clicking of a traditional relay like on a traditional security device. Ghost Immobilisers are able to be set to operate in a service mode which allows your vehicle to start without the PIN code. This is beneficial for taking it to a garage or valet parking service. The PIN code may be changed at any time for added security.
Ghost II Ghost II is TASSA-approved, which means that it is only available from installers who are fully certified. This provides a high level of protection, and the Engineer who installs is fully DBS checked and insured. They are also trained and certified.
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