Ghost Immobiliser Review
Consumers are always looking for ways to prevent car theft as it increases. The ghost immobiliser is an innovative new device that does just that.
It's the world's first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser that protects your vehicle from key cloning, hacking or keyless entry, and stops thieves driving away with your vehicle.
No Faraday Bags or Radio Signals
Contrary to other devices for physical protection against theft like wheel locks or steering wheel clamps, ghost immobilisers are designed to be hidden and inaccessible. They are built into buttons of the vehicle and protect against key cloning. Ghost immobilisers stop the engine from running until you enter a PIN number along with your key fob. This PIN code can be as long as 20 presses long and is alterable by the driver through an app or the buttons of the vehicle. If you lose your pin, a button breaks or you sell your vehicle There's an emergency PIN code unique to every device that can be used to reset the system.
Ghost immobilisers have the added benefit of being undetectable by devices for diagnostics and do not emit radio frequency signals. This means that thieves cannot employ sophisticated scanning techniques to detect a security device. They also use the CAN data network that requires no wire cutting upon installation and is quieter than other immobilisers.
Although ghost immobilisers are not Thatcham approved, they are TASSA approved and some insurance companies offer reduced insurance rates for vehicles that have an aftermarket immobiliser. However, they are regarded as an additional layer of security that can deter thieves.
Unlike factory-fitted immobilisers, the Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is designed to work with a variety of vehicles, including motorhomes electric cars, vans and ride-on lawnmowers. This means that it is much more versatile than other types of anti-theft technology and can be combined with vehicles trackers to give you the most complete security for your car package.
MotorGuard can provide more details on the new Ghost immobiliser made by Autowatch. We are Midlands' leading car security experts and installers. We can provide an efficient and friendly service to help you secure your car's pride and joy. We offer a no-obligation quote on all of our products and services. We can also assist you select the right solution for your car.
No Key Fobs or LED Indications
Ghost immobilisers are built into the wiring of your vehicle, which means they cannot be removed or overridden. It is also harder to locate or hack because it doesn't utilize key-fobs or LED indicators.
The device is connected to the CAN (Control Area Network) which allows you to select a unique PIN push sequence of up to 20 digits in length which will start your Range Rover or Land Rover J. This is similar to how you would enter the pin code to protect your bank card. It is not affected by cloning, or ECU swapping which would normally disable the factory immobiliser.
It is tiny and weatherproof, which makes it nearly impossible to be detected by thieves. It communicates with the CAN bus, so it is quiet and difficult to detect. This makes it an excellent addition to your security system and is particularly useful because it can be used in conjunction with other Autowatch technologies, for instance the Ghost Bluetooth tag. The tag lets you start your vehicle without entering your PIN code or the Ghost app.
The ghost immobiliser has the benefit of not leaving visible marks on your vehicle. This could be a problem with other security products that are sold aftermarket. This is especially appealing to those who want to keep their pride and joy as original as possible to sell.
The Autowatch ghost immobiliser is an TASSA approved product that can lower your insurance costs since it decreases the likelihood of your vehicle being stolen. MotorGuard is the Midlands most trusted vehicle security specialist and installer. Our installers are trained to install this secure and effective solution for your enjoyment and pride. Contact us today to discuss any requirements or to book an appointment at our Coventry workshop.
Simple PIN Code Change Process
Ghost immobilisers are different from key fobs, which use a code in order to unlock the ECU of your vehicle and then start it to communicate with the ECU via the CAN data network. They are therefore undetectable by diagnostic tools, quiet and invulnerable to hack. They can be fitted to a variety of vehicles such as motorhomes and trucks and plant machinery.
Our Autowatch Ghost system was created to offer complete security against theft. It blocks your vehicle from being started without a unique PIN code or the smartphone app that has the Ghost app installed. This is a incredibly high-security level that can safeguard your vehicle from hacking, key cloning and ECU swapping.
The reason it's safe is that there is no need to include extra components like key fobs or LED indicators, or remotes. The device makes use of the buttons on your door and steering wheel instead of creating the sequence that is altered prior to the start of your car. This could be up to 20 actions long, and is similar in function to a PIN number on your credit card.
The device is also concealed, so that thieves are unable to locate it. Furthermore, it doesn't use radio signals and operates on the CAN data network making it unnoticeable to thieves using RF scanners.
Many thieves attempt to remove the chip CAN or replace it inside the ECU to avoid detection. However, this method is only possible for professionals with access to specialised tools. Ghost immobilisers protect your vehicle from a variety of kinds of vehicle thefts.
In addition, it can be used in conjunction with an iPhone that you will require if you want to start the engine of your vehicle when it is in a garage at work or at home. car ghost immobiliser allows you to enter and drive without needing a PIN code since the app can detect your phone when it's within the vicinity of. This feature is available on any version of the Autowatch Ghost and can be used with any smartphone you want.
Service Mode
The Autowatch Ghost 2 immobiliser system is a discreet and silent device that protects your car unlike any other. It is impossible to start your vehicle without a PIN number, or an app authorisation. It also stops key cloning, signal jamming & device spoofing which are commonly used techniques to bypass standard car immobilisers.
The Ghost is a 'hidden' device that is hidden within the wiring harness that is behind your dashboard. The device then connects to the CAN data network of your vehicle and communicates with the engine control units, making it impossible to start the car without the correct sequence. The device is weatherproof and small, making it virtually unnoticeable to thieves. It can be concealed under a dash panel or underneath the steering wheel or in any other part of the vehicle.
Our installation process is fast and hassle-free with the majority of installs taking around two hours. We give a full detailed demonstration of how the Ghost functions and hand over the owner manuals, Installation certification, and the emergency card, and make sure you are completely satisfied with the product before you leave.
We are a recognised installer for Ghost and we are the only company in Ireland with this certification. You can rest assured that you will receive a high-quality installation from a professional company.
The Autowatch Ghost can be fitted to a variety of vehicles. It can be added to motorbikes, motorhomes and caravans & ride on lawn mowers. If there is an electrical source, it is possible to have an immobiliser fitted.
The Ghost Immobiliser creates a secret disarming sequence (like a pin code) using the buttons on the original key fob that came with your vehicle. This sequence must be entered prior to you can start your engine. The driver can change the sequence at anytime. It can be comprised of up to 20 actions. This is a much more secure security method than using the key fob alone, as it means nobody else will be able to operate your vehicle. This prevents thieves from hacking the system' to gain access to the key code or any information that is transmitted to the ECU of the vehicle through it.