Autowatch Ghost Immobiliser
Ghost Immobiliser is a renowned product that protects your vehicle against key-cloning hacking and theft. This TASSA-verified system is undetectable by thieves and stops your vehicle from starting.
This silent device uses buttons on your vehicle's steering wheel, door panels and the centre console to permit you to create a unique, PIN sequence that can be changed up to 20 characters that must be entered first before the car can start.
Easy to install
With car theft increasing and cloning equipment readily available it is more crucial than ever to protect your vehicle. Our Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is a secure and discreet aftermarket solution to protect against key-cloning and vehicle theft. ghost immobiliser is virtually undetectable by thieves and works through existing buttons in the steering wheel and door panels as well as the centre console. This enables customers to create a unique sequence of disarming like the credit card which must be entered before the vehicle can be driven or started away. This makes the system virtually impossible to identify and is also unaffected by spoofing or jamming devices that are used in other systems on the market.
The installation of the Ghost unit is a highly specialised process and should only be carried out by an authorized installer. The unit is carefully integrated into your vehicle's CAN bus network and is able to communicate directly with the ECU. The Ghost can be installed without altering the factory settings. It is virtually impossible for thieves to evade the system by using signal boosters.
After the Ghost is installed with a new and improved disarm sequence must be inputted to start your car. This can be accomplished by pressing the service button on your vehicle five times within 2 seconds, while ensuring that it is not being held for a prolonged period of time. The system will blink twice to signal that Transport Mode has been activated. This feature is perfect for classic, sports and prestige vehicles that require their security system to be temporarily disabled while transportation or during servicing.
Once Transport Mode has been activated the immobiliser is disabled and is not reactivated by entering your PIN code again. This feature is great for those who would like to store their vehicle over winter, preventing it from being stolen by thieves or having to deal with monthly increases in insurance premiums.
No LED indicators or key-fobs to indicate its location
The Ghost immobiliser protects your car from thieves by pressing buttons on the steering wheel or dashboard. You can enter a pin number without being noticed prior to starting the engine. It prevents signal relay attacks, ECU swapping and key cloning and can be linked to a phone application that allows remote arming and disarming. It's easy to install and can be fitted into a wide range of vehicles. It's also extremely discreet and can be concealed in a hard-to reach location such as behind the dashboard or inside the trim of the steering wheel.
This is a fantastic option for vehicles that are high-performance since it will disable your vehicle's ignition in the event that the wrong pin code has been entered. This prevents thieves from driving away with your pride and joy. The device will notify an iPhone if the vehicle is left unattended while in public. This will give you peace of mind when you're away from your car.
The Ghost is different from other immobilisers in that it doesn't require any additional fobs or LED indicators. It can also be easily hidden in an area that is difficult to reach your vehicle. It is extremely resistant to detection because it communicates directly with the CAN data network in your vehicle. It doesn't emit radio signals, making it not detected by RF scanners, or signal jammers.
It is designed to be tamper-proof and weatherproof. It also has the ability to be able to withstand extreme temperatures. It is also difficult to be tampered with by cutting the wires, or by removing it. It is also undetectable by organised gangs of thieves who employ diagnostics reading devices to detect security systems. It's also not affected by professional auto diagnostics equipment that examines the CAN data system for the presence of security devices.
No circuit cuts
The ghost device doesn't have any indicators with LEDs or key fobs that would identify its place of operation. It is hidden under the steering wheel or dashboard of your vehicle and uses buttons to generate an unique PIN sequence that has to be entered in order to start the engine. This means that even if a criminal does have your keys they can't drive the car away since they do not know the correct PIN code sequence. The device does not transmit any radio signals meaning that organised gangs of thieves using diagnostics devices will not be able to detect the device.
This innovative immobiliser, which is also TASSA-approved can assist you in reducing your insurance rates. This is particularly true for modified vehicles that owners have customized. It also prevents key theft and ECU switching, meaning that the only way for a thief to take your pride and happiness is to take it away. it.
Since the system doesn't make use of the factory key fobs or dashboard buttons, it is a completely silent device, it communicates with your ECU via the CAN data circuit, which operates completely silently and does not display any indication that it's fitted. This means a thief can't replace the ECU or add new key fobs to allow your car started.
If you have forgotten your PIN code Our engineers have provided an emergency reset device that lets you enter "service mode". This will allow the dealer or technician to temporarily start and drive your vehicle so that they can carry out maintenance work, MOTs or valet parking without having to enter the PIN code a second time. Once the technician has finished their task or you have collected your vehicle, simply enter the PIN code and the device will go out of service mode dependent on speed and duration.
No radio signals
The Ghost immobiliser, in contrast to other security systems for cars does not rely on alarm systems or keyfobs to prevent vehicles from starting. Instead it communicates with vehicle's ECU and the CAN data circuit to stop the engine from starting. It is a discreet solution that isn't affected by key-cloning techniques or radio frequency scanning techniques used by thieves to get around security devices. It can be used in conjunction with tracking devices to increase the security of your vehicle. You will also receive alerts if there is any attempt to steal or alter the security of your vehicle.
The Autowatch Ghost is a TASSA-certified device that is insurance approved and offers superior protection against key hacking copying, and even theft. It utilizes a mobile app to control the device and is encrypted to protect. It comes with a secure emergency PIN override. It's a safe cost-effective, discrete and discreet method to protect your car from theft.
Ghost isn't without issues. A common issue is that users struggle to enter the correct disarm sequence. The device requires input from buttons already in your vehicle, like the ones on the steering column or centre console. This isn't easy for drivers to remember, or they could make a mistake the first time. It is recommended to read the user manual that comes with the device, and practice the disarming process prior to driving.
Another issue is that some vehicles are experiencing issues with the CAN data connection, which could affect the functioning of the Ghost. This can be caused either by faulty sensors, or a damaged OBD connector. It is recommended to test the system again prior to using it in case there are any issues with the connection to CAN.
Change your PIN code quickly
The Ghost is a fantastic device and has taken the market by storm, however the process of changing the pin code can be a little confusing. The device is preprogrammed by the installer at the moment of installation, but users may wish to alter it for a variety of reasons. For example they may want an alternative button that disables the device, or they don't want their installer to know. They may also dislike their current pin code. It's simple to change your pin number. Follow the simple steps below to find out how.
Note: You will need to switch on the ignition of your vehicle but DO NOT start the engine! It will take only a few seconds to be completed. The vehicle will then resume normal operation.