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Protect Your Vehicle With a Ghost Immobiliser
With ever increasing pride and joy being poured into our vehicles it is only natural to safeguard them. The Autowatch Ghost system is a subtle immobiliser that is connected to the vehicle CAN data network. It operates through the ECU, your cars 'brain'.
The device is akin to a PIN code on a credit card will not permit your vehicle to move unless you enter the pin code sequence in up to 20 presses.
No key fobs, LED indicators to indicate the location of the item.
The Ghost Immobiliser does not use key fobs or LED indicators, so it is almost undetectable to anyone who gets into your vehicle. The system uses buttons on the steering wheel, centre console or door to create a unique pin code that must be entered to allow your car to start. The system can be programmed to take up to 20 presses of the buttons before the engine will start making it virtually impossible for thieves to duplicate your key or hack your vehicle.
Modern car thieves use professional diagnostic tools to detect what security systems are fitted to vehicles, however the Ghost does not transmit any signals like conventional systems do. Criminals can recognize the type of security system that is installed in your vehicle using sophisticated RF scanning technology such as code grabbing, relay and attack techniques. They can then disable the security system of your vehicle by tampering with the alarm or immobiliser.
The Ghost is different from other immobilisers available on the market since it is directly integrated into the CAN data network of your car or van which makes it virtually impossible to bypass. The system is also compatible with a number of modern vehicles that do not have integrated key fob security. It can also be used in all electric vehicles and even prevent the vehicle from going into "service valet mode".
After installation by our fully trained engineers, TASSA will verify the installation to ensure that it is secure and up to standards. TASSA is a company which improves and maintains standards in the automotive security industry. They ensure that all their approved installers have been DBS certified, fully trained certified, insured and insured for Ghost installation. They also provide you with the owner's instructions, installation certificate and a Ghost emergency card. This will also make your car eligible for a significant reduction in your insurance premiums. This is due to the fact that your vehicle is less likely to be stolen and your insurance company will have an easier recovery process.
No Circuit Cuts
The Ghost is the first aftermarket immobiliser for CAN buses that safeguards your vehicle like nothing else available. It is not linked to LED indicators or key fobs but communicates directly with the vehicle's CAN system. It will then block the ECU and prevent the engine from starting until a specific PIN is entered on the dash or steering wheel buttons (brand dependent). This means that it is impossible for hackers to hack into the system using relay attacks or other methods and can't simply be disabled by the buttons a few times as with some older systems.
The system also has the Service and Valet mode which is activated when the vehicle is in the 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. It will then automatically shut down once you have returned the vehicle.
The Ghost is a safer choice for classic, sports and luxury vehicles that require to 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 difficult for thieves to steal or hack.
If you're looking for a complete package of vehicle security that will not only safeguard against key cloning but also track your vehicle if it is stolen, we recommend one of our S7 tracking systems. They work seamlessly with Ghost to provide you with peace of mind. All installations are performed by an approved installer by TASSA, who is certified as well as insured and knowledgeable. Additionally, you will receive an emergency card from Ghost along with owner's manuals, as well as installation certification.
If you're interested in getting a Ghost fitted to your vehicle then contact us for a quote and booking. Booking in ghost car immobiliser is usually quicker than waiting until the last minute, which is when we are extremely busy. We will always try to get you in as soon as we can.
No RF Scanning
Many car thieves are using sophisticated equipment to clone vehicle keys and steal cars. These systems are easily accessible online and require very little skill to operate. The Ghost immobiliser cannot be detected by these devices since it doesn't depend on the RF scanner.
Instead, the system utilizes the buttons in your car to create an unique pin code push sequence. This is done via the existing buttons on your steering wheel and door panels as well as the centre console. This is also changeable and not a pin number like remote keys, which makes it very difficult to hack.
The Autowatch Ghost is extremely secure and simple to use. It does not require the use of a smartphone, but it 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 return the car to valet mode and disable your mobile. This is perfect for classic cars and prestige automobiles that are frequently brought to garages of dealers.
These CANBUS immobilisers can be connected to other external security products such as alarms and trackers (Brand dependant). This allows the user the option to decide whether they want to prioritize their alarm or tracker over the imobilisers CAN bus. This is especially useful when you have a Thatcham-approved Tracker installed, as the tracker will be activated prior to the time Ghost is activated.
The CANBUS immobilisers make use of the car's CAN data bus to stop the codes that are expected to be sent to the ECU and BCM controllers using the original remote keys, this stops them from starting the car or activating the engine. These systems can be used to provide an additional layer of security for cars with remote controls that are factory installed.
If you're looking for a new level of security for your BMW then the Autowatch Ghost is an ideal solution. It is completely hidden within the wiring, making it virtually impossible to spot. 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 to Detected
As a reputable Thatcham installer, we install a brand new and innovative product from Autowatch called the Ghost Immobiliser. It blocks Keyless Entry theft or cloning that is increasing in modern automobiles. It is a secret device that does not rely on LED indicators or key fobs. It makes use of the buttons that are factory-installed in your car to create a pin code push sequence that is unique to you and is required before your vehicle can start or be moved. If this sequence is not properly entered, the car will not begin or move at all. Many insurance companies are now asking for this device to be fitted as standard and it can often lead to a decrease in monthly cost.
It is not required to cut any wires to connect it, since it connects to the CAN bus and operates through the ECU. The unit isn't able to be detected by hi-tech thieves using diagnostic tools, and they cannot listen for the click of a conventional security device. The Ghost Immobiliser can also be configured into a service mode so that your vehicle can be started and driven without the need for a PIN code - this is useful when taking it to the garage or for valet parking services or for valet parking services. The PIN code can be altered at any time for additional security.
Ghost II Ghost II is TASSA-approved, meaning that it can only be purchased from installers who are certified. This gives you the highest level of protection, and the Engineer who installs is fully DBS checked, insured and trained.
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