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What is a Ghost Immobiliser and Tracker?

An immobiliser is a device that stops your car from starting without the correct fob or key. It can also help lower your insurance premium for your car as well.

The ghost system uses the buttons on your vehicle's steering wheel, centre console or door panels to generate a unique pin code sequence that you can change and think of it as being like the credit card PIN, but more secure (up to 20 button presses). It is undetectable and silently works through the CAN network.

Easy to install

A ghost immobiliser is a device that is attached to your car's engine to prevent it from being started without the correct PIN code. It's not just easy to install, but also tamperproof, which makes it an ideal choice for those who own a car in Bolton Rochdale.

The Ghost is the first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser and it safeguards your vehicle like nothing else on the market today. It protects your vehicle from key cloning, hacking (relay attack) and even theft of the actual keys from inside your home by blocking the engine of your vehicle until you enter your unique PIN or your application is used to allow the engine to begin.

It is not detectable by sophisticated scanners and cannot be destroyed with a simple wire cutting. It is also undetectable to professional thieves using these methods, as it does not transmit signals that can easily be detected by diagnostic tools.

The device utilizes the original buttons on your car (steering wheels door panels, doors, or centre consoles) to generate an unique and reversible PIN sequence that only you know. This is entered using your smartphone or an unidentified button on the Ghost device, and it is impossible for any other driver to use this sequence to start the car unless they are you. This is why it is so effective to deter criminals, since they can't escape without notifying them of their presence.

You can also move the Ghost between vehicles if you change cars during the course of ownership provided that the new vehicle is compatible CAN bus. It's an easy process that does not cause warranty voiding since it sits on the CAN data network and does not require any modification to your steering wheel or status indicator. The best thing about the Ghost is that it's so much cheaper and easier to install than an a wheel lock, tracking system, or a tracker.

No key-fobs or LED indications to give away the location of the vehicle.

Many of us consider our cars to be a source of pride and happiness in our lives, with this being the case, it is understandable that some people will spend a considerable amount of money to keep it clean. But, it is crucial to ensure that our vehicle is secure.

Criminals are getting more daring, and they can hack keyless entry systems to steal your vehicle while the keys are still in the ignition. They are even able to do this inside your home. Criminals are able to employ a relay device to replicate your car's signal and start the engine without your knowledge. These vehicles are typically equipped with trackers, however they can be disabled by using simple techniques.

Autowatch has come up with a revolutionary solution to prevent this called Ghost, the first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser that will protect your car unlike anything else available. It is TASSA (Tracker and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) certified, tested and insurance approved – meaning you can save money on your auto insurance.

This unique device has been designed to be inaccessible to thieves. It makes use of the existing buttons in your dashboard and steering wheel to generate a unique PIN sequence up to 20 digits long which must be entered to start the engine. The system is not able to be detected by RF scanning or code-grabbing technology. It can only be disarmed with a smartphone app, your key fob, or two smartphones.

It's also completely silent so that a burglar would not be aware that it's inside your vehicle. Furthermore since it is connected to the CAN data network, there are no wires that need to be cut or removed so it cannot be disconnected from the ECU to disable the system.

Other features include a valet mode that allows your vehicle to be started up temporarily to clean or service purposes as well as a PIN change function in the event that you forget your PIN and the maintenance and service mode so that you can still drive your car when you need to. The device can be installed in different locations in your vehicle. 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 does not use the RF scanning or code-grabbing technologies which is the primary way that thieves target cars to steal the key fobs, and gain access to your car's computer to create a blank key for your vehicle. Instead, it uses the buttons already found in your steering wheel and dashboard to communicate with your car. It's therefore completely hidden and invisible, since it isn't visible. This also means that no additional wiring is required, as the Ghost will function with your vehicle's CAN data networks This means that there are no circuit cuts during installation or operation, and is quiet.

It prevents 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 take your vehicle through relay theft, key cloning or ECU swapping will not be able to start it, and are more likely to leave the vehicle completely.

The buttons on the dash and steering wheel are used to create a hidden password. This code is only accessible to you (like a PIN on a credit card). The system will begin the engine in service valet mode when you press. This mode requires a different PIN or you can open it by using the Autowatch App on 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 might be stolen, or that keys are not in it.

The ghost immobiliser fitting birmingham is a discreet and cost-effective way to safeguard your vehicle from theft through contactless technology. It is TASSA approved and can lower your insurance costs, so you can drive confidently knowing that your car's pride and joy is secure. The Ghost is compatible with a variety of vehicles, including vans and motorhomes to allow you to feel secure wherever you go. 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 why it's so effective. It doesn't require any after - market key fobs, instead it uses the buttons that are already on your car's steering wheel and dashboard to generate an individual PIN code sequence which is entered before the engine can begin. The sequence can be as long or as short as you want and may even include numbers or letters that make it as secure as credit card. You can change it at any time.

It is important to know that ghost is not Thatcham-approved, unlike wheel locks or other tracker devices made for after-market. However, due to the way the device works it is TASSA approved and recognised by a number of insurance companies as a security measure that helps lower your premiums.

It is a great choice for those looking to ensure their vehicles are safe and secure while traveling abroad or for valet parking and service businesses. The device features a Valet mode that can be activated which allows the driver to start and drive the vehicle, with predetermined parameters like a 30mph speed limit, without needing to enter the pin code. The device can be deactivated again and is fully activated when you return to your vehicle.

This feature is especially beneficial for those who use their vehicles frequently for example, taxi drivers and valet services. It can also be used by family members, friends or colleagues at work, allowing them to temporarily start your vehicle while it's in the garage to do maintenance or a wash. The Ghost can be activated by entering the PIN code after you're back with your car.

Unlike many other after-market security products The Ghost is fully sealed and extremely small, which means it can be hidden inside your vehicle. Its small size also means that there is no trace of the device, and it will not harm your vehicle in any way.