Autowatch Ghost Immobiliser
Ghost Immobiliser is a renowned product that protects your vehicle against key-cloning hacking and theft. This TASSA confirmed system is undetectable to thieves and blocks the thieves from starting your vehicle.
This silent device uses buttons on the steering wheel, the centre console, and the door panels of your vehicle. It allows you to create an individual PIN code that is up to 20 characters that must be entered before the car can start.
Easy to install
It is more essential than ever that you protect your vehicle. With car thefts on the rise and cloning tools readily available, it is essential to do so. Our Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is a secure and discreet aftermarket solution to protect against key-cloning and vehicle theft. The device is almost indestructible to thieves, and functions through buttons on the steering wheel or the door panels. This allows users to create a unique disarm sequence similar to that of credit cards, which have to be completed before the vehicle can begin or leave. This makes it virtually impossible to identify and is not affected by blocking devices or spoofing devices, like other systems.
The installation of the Ghost unit is a highly specialised procedure that should only be carried out by an approved installer. The unit is carefully incorporated into the CAN bus system of your vehicle, ensuring that it communicates directly with the ECU. The Ghost can be installed without altering the factory settings, and it is impossible for a thief to bypass the system using signal boosters.
After the Ghost is installed the new and improved disarm sequence must be entered to turn on your vehicle. This can be accomplished by pressing the service button on your vehicle 5 times in 2 seconds while making sure that it isn't repeatedly pressed for a long period of time. The system will blink twice to signal that Transport Mode has been activated. ghost immobiliser car is great for classic, sports and prestige vehicles that need to have their security system temporarily disabled during transport or servicing.
After Transport Mode has been activated the immobiliser is disabled and cannot be reactivated by entering your PIN code again. This feature is great for those who would like to store their vehicle during the winter months, thus preventing it from being taken by thieves or having to deal with monthly increases in insurance premiums.
There are no keyfobs, LEDs, or other indicators to help you find it.
The Ghost immobiliser is a discreet device that shields your car from car thieves by using buttons on your steering wheel or dashboard to enter an unobtrusive pin code prior to starting the engine. It wards off attacks using signal relays, ECU swapping and key cloning and can be linked to a smartphone application that allows remote arming and disarming. It's simple to install and can be fitted to a variety of vehicles. It's also extremely stealthy, and can be hidden in a difficult-to-find location, such as behind the dashboard or within the trim of the steering wheel.
It's a great option for high-performance cars because it will disable the vehicle's ignition when the wrong pin code is entered, thus preventing thieves from taking away your joy and pride. The device will notify smartphones if the vehicle is left unattended while in public. This provides peace of mind while away from your vehicle.
The Ghost is unlike other immobilisers because it does not require additional fobs or LED indicators. It can also be hidden in an area that is difficult to reach your vehicle. It is highly resistant to detection because it directly communicates with the CAN data network of your vehicle. It doesn't emit radio signals so it is inaccessible to signal jammers or RF scanners.
It is designed to be weatherproof and tamper-proof. It also has the ability to stand up to extreme temperatures. It's also impossible to tamper with by cutting wires or removing the device. It's also unnoticeable by organized gangs of thieves that employ diagnostics reading equipment to detect security systems. It is not affected by professional diagnostic equipment that checks the CAN data for the presence or absence of a security system.
No circuit cuts
The ghost device does not have any LED indicators or key fobs to identify its whereabouts. It is hidden under the steering wheel or dashboard of your vehicle and uses buttons to generate a unique PIN sequence that needs to be entered in order to start the engine. The criminal cannot leave the vehicle even having your keys since they don't know the correct code. The device cannot transmit radio signals, therefore organized gangs of thieves who use diagnostics reading tools will be unable detect it.
This innovative immobiliser is also TASSA approved and can help reduce your insurance costs, particularly for modified vehicles that have been customized by their owners. It also prevents key theft and ECU switching, which means that the only way for a thief to take your pride and happiness is to tow it.
As the system does not use the key fobs that are supplied by the factory or the dashboard buttons it is a completely silent device and communicates with your ECU through the CAN data circuit that operates in complete silence and does not display any indication that it's installed. This means that a burglar could not install new key fobs or replace the ECU in order to get your vehicle to start, which negates any other methods of theft used in recent years like key cloning, RFID scanning, and code theft.
Should you ever forget your PIN code our engineers will have provided you with an emergency reset option for the device, which allows you to enter'service mode'. This will allow the technician or dealer to temporarily start and drive your car enabling them to carry out maintenance work, MOTs, or valet parking without entering the PIN code again. After the technician has completed their task or you have removed your vehicle, simply enter the PIN code and the device will go out of service mode based on speed and time.
No radio signals
In contrast to other security systems, the Ghost immobiliser does not rely on an alarm system or key fobs to prevent vehicles from getting started. Instead it communicates with the vehicle's ECU and CAN data circuit to prevent the engine from starting. This makes it a quiet solution that is not affected by key cloning or radio frequency scanning techniques employed by thieves to circumvent other security devices. It can also be integrated with tracking systems to increase the overall safety of your vehicle. It can also be alerted to any attempts at theft or tampering.
The Autowatch Ghost, a TASSA certified device, is affixed to insurance and offers an excellent level of security against key hacking as well as the cloning. It makes use of a mobile application to control the device and is encrypted to ensure security. It also has a secure emergency PIN code bypass. It's a discrete effective and economical method to protect your vehicle from theft.
However, the Ghost has its share of difficulties. A common issue is that people struggle to find the correct disarm sequence. The device requires input via buttons already in your vehicle such as those found on the steering column or on the centre console. Some people may find it difficult to remember or make a mistake particularly when the device is being used for the first time. It is recommended to read the user manual that comes with the device and then practice the disarming procedure prior to driving.
Another issue is that some vehicles have problems with the CAN data connection, which could affect the functionality of the Ghost. This could be caused by defective sensors, or an abrasive OBD connector. It is recommended to have the system tested again prior to using it to determine if there are any issues with the connection to CAN.
Change your PIN code quickly
The Ghost is a great product that has enjoyed a great reception on the market. However changing the pin code can be confusing. The device is programmed by the installer when it's fitted however, there are times when customers may need to change this setting for a variety of reasons like they'd like to use a different button to deactivate the device or they don't want their installer to know, or they don't want to use their current pin code. The good news is that the change over to a new pin number is incredibly easy. Follow these simple steps to learn how.
Please note: You will need to turn on the ignition in your vehicle but DO NOT start the engine! This process will take only several minutes. The vehicle will then resume normal operation.