Ghost Immobiliser Review
As the number of car thefts increases, consumers are constantly looking for ways to prevent it. Ghost immobiliser is an innovative device that does just that.
It's the first aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser in the world that guards against key cloning or hacking and prevents thieves from driving off with your vehicle.
No Faraday Bags and Radio Signals
Unlike other physical anti-theft devices like wheel locks for steering wheels and wheel clamps, ghost immobilisers are made to be concealed and undetectable. Incorporated into the vehicle's buttons, they provide protection against key hacking, cloning, ECU swapping and even key theft. A ghost immobiliser will prevent the engine from running until you enter a PIN number together with your key fob. The PIN code can be as long as up to 20 presses long, and can be changed by the driver using an app or buttons on the vehicle. If you forget your pin a button breaks or you sell your vehicle you can utilize an emergency PIN code that is unique to each device to reset the system.
Ghost immobilisers come with the benefit of being undetectable by diagnostic equipment and do not emit radio frequency signals. This means that thieves are unable to utilize sophisticated scanning technology to detect an immobiliser. They also make use of CAN data network, which does not require cutting wires during installation and is quieter.
Ghost immobilisers aren't Thatcham approved, but they are TASSA-approved. Some insurers will offer lower insurance rates to vehicles with an aftermarket immobiliser. They are nevertheless recognized as an additional layer of security and could be a way to deter thieves from targeting your pride and joy.
Contrary to immobilisers that are factory fitted, the Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is designed to work with a variety of vehicles such as motorhomes, electric cars, vans and ride-on lawnmowers. This means that it is far more adaptable than other anti-theft technology and can be used in conjunction with vehicles trackers to give you the most complete security for your car package.
MotorGuard can provide more details on the new Ghost immobiliser from Autowatch. We are Midlands most trusted car security experts and installers and can provide a professional and friendly service to assist you in securing your pride and joy. We are also proud to offer a free no obligation quote on all of our services and products. We will help you select the right system to suit your vehicle.
No Key Fobs or LED Indicators
Ghost immobilisers are incorporated into the wiring of your vehicle, so they cannot be removed or overridden. It is also more difficult to hack or locate because it doesn't utilize key-fobs or LED indicators.
The device is connected to your vehicle's CAN (Control Area Network) and allows you to select a unique PIN push sequence that can be up to 20 digits in length which will start your Range Rover or Land Rover J. It's similar to the way in which you would enter a pin code into your bank card to secure it. It is not affected by cloning or ECU swapping, which can disable the factory immobiliser.
It is tiny and weatherproof, making it almost impossible to be detected by a burglar. It communicates with CAN bus, so it is also silent and hard to spot. This makes it a perfect addition to your security systems and is particularly useful as it can be used alongside other Autowatch technologies like the Ghost Bluetooth tag, which allows you to start your car without the need to enter your PIN or use the ghost app.
The ghost immobiliser also comes with the benefit of not leaving visible marks on your vehicle. This is a problem with other security products that are sold aftermarket. This is particularly attractive for those who want to keep their pride-and-joy as original as possible to sell.
The Autowatch ghost immobiliser is an TASSA approved product and may reduce your insurance costs as it reduces the chance of your vehicle being stolen. MotorGuard is the Midlands' most trusted specialist in vehicle security and installer. Our installers are trained to install this discreet and effective solution to protect your pride-and-joy. Contact us now to discuss your requirements or to book an appointment at our Coventry workshop.
Simple PIN Code Change Process
Ghost immobilisers are different from key fobs, which utilize a code to unlock the ECU of your car and then start it to communicate with the ECU through the CAN data network. They are therefore undetectable by diagnostic tools, quiet, and unhackable. Additionally, the technology of these systems ensures that they are able to be installed to a diverse range of vehicles including motorhomes, trucks and plant machinery.
Our Autowatch Ghost system was developed to protect you completely from theft. It blocks your vehicle from starting without a unique PIN code or smartphone app with the Ghost app installed. This is a remarkably high-security feature that will protect your vehicle against key copying. Hacking and ECU Swapping.
It is so secure as it does not require any extra components like key fobs or LED indicators. The device uses the buttons on your door panels and steering wheel instead of creating the sequence that is modified prior to your car's start. It can be as long as 20 steps long and functions similarly to a PIN code on your credit card.
The device is also completely concealed, so that thieves cannot find it. It also doesn't use radio waves and is based on the CAN network, making it virtually invisible to thieves who employ RF scanning devices.
Many thieves attempt to remove the chip CAN or replace it with the ECU to be able to avoid detection. However, this technique is only possible by professionals with access to specialised tools. Ghost immobilisers can safeguard your pride against many different kinds of vehicle thefts.
In addition, it can also be paired with an iPhone that you will require if you are planning to start the engine of your vehicle when it is located at work or home. The app will recognize the phone and allow you to drive without needing a PIN. This feature is available on any version of the Autowatch Ghost and can be used with any smartphone you like.
Service Mode
The Autowatch Ghost 2 Immobiliser System is a discrete silent, next-generation device that protects your vehicle like no other. It is impossible to start the vehicle without your PIN number, or an app authorisation. It also prevents key signal jamming, cloning and device spoofing that are commonly used to get around traditional car immobilisers.
The Ghost is a hidden unit that sits inside the wiring harness on your dashboard. The unit connects to the CAN data network of your vehicle and communicates with the engine control units that make it impossible to start your car without the proper sequence. The device is tiny and weatherproof, making it invisible to thieves. It can be concealed under a dash or beneath the steering wheel, or in any other part of the vehicle.
Our installation process is fast and hassle-free with the majority of installations taking about two hours. We provide a complete demonstration of how the Ghost operates and then hand over the owner's manuals, installation certification, and the emergency card, and make sure that you are satisfied with the product before leaving.
We are a recognized installer for Ghost and we are the only company in Ireland that is accredited with this accreditation. This means you can be sure that you are getting a high-quality and professional installation.
The Autowatch Ghost can be fitted to a wide range of vehicles. It can be installed on motorhomes and caravans, as well as motorbikes and ride-on lawnmowers. As long as there is an energy source, it can be fitted with an immobiliser.
The Ghost Immobiliser creates a secret disarming sequence (like pin codes) using the buttons on the original key fob that came with your vehicle. This sequence must be entered before you start the engine. This could be as long as 20 actions, and it can be changed by the driver at anytime. ghost immobiliser for sale is a much safer method of security than using the key fob on its own, as it means no one else can drive your vehicle. It also stops thieves from hacking the system to gain access to your key code or information that is transmitted to the vehicle's ECU from it.