What The Heck Is Ghost Immobiliser Car?
Ghost Immobiliser Cars
Ghost immobilisers are high-tech security device that shields you from key cloning or hacking. It is unnoticeable and leaves no marks after installation, which makes it an ideal choice for owners of rare or expensive vehicles.
It uses buttons in your steering wheel, centre console and door panels to create an unique pin code sequence (up to 20 characters) that must be entered before the engine can be started.
There are no keyfobs, LEDs or other indicators to help you find it.
A ghost immobiliser is a new piece of technology that guards your car from key cloning, hacking and theft. It's a discrete electronic device that connects to the data network of your vehicle and intercepts signals from the engine control unit (ECU). The system stops your car's engine from starting until you enter a unique PIN code. It ensures that thieves don't get away with your pride and joy.
The device is connected to your vehicle's CAN bus and is able to intercept data between the ECU and other components connected to the vehicle. Installation is a highly-specialized process and requires an approved installer. Once installed ghost immobiliser and tracker will be hidden inside your vehicle which makes it unnoticeable to thieves. It is able to detect vibrations, and also the movement of car components and parts.
If a thief attempts to disable the device, the engine management lights will flash quickly and the horn will sound. This alerts the driver that something is wrong in the engine, prompting them to panic and abandon the vehicle. This is a great alternative to an immobiliser that is standard, as the owner of the vehicle will be able to call authorities immediately should the vehicle be in danger.
The device can be disarmed by an app that can be accessed both by the owner and installer (even since the majority of people will never forget their PIN). Certain systems also have a service/valet mode, which will temporarily disarm the immobiliser, allowing someone who is trusted to drive your car without needing the PIN. The system will activate once the vehicle has exceeded 31 mph and driven for a specified period of time.
No Bluetooth or wireless connectivity
This means that it is not detected by the modern thieves who use diagnostics to find the circuit's cut or hidden immobiliser. It is inaccessible because it does not use any radio signals. This makes it an effective deterrent to theft of vehicles. The GHOST also comes with options for your specific vehicle features such as gearbox locks (to stop the engine from starting when it is in the gearbox) & anti-hijack that we can set up for you upon installation.
Our certified installers can install the GHOST to a wide range of vehicles. It is fully compatible with all Mercedes vehicles. Contrary to other products on market The GHOST is compatible with the existing interfaces in your vehicle, such as buttons on your steering wheel and driver's side door cards or centre console. It's a stealth-immobiliser for the 21st century, which is independent of your factory installed alarm or tracker.
The Ghost can be disarmed by entering a secret sequence of buttons using the driver's smartphone application. This is possible from anywhere in the world, and is easy and painless. You can change the sequence as often as you like too - it is only visible to the app's creator.
It is also possible to disable the GHOST from the satnav of your vehicle by entering in another sequence, which makes it more secure as a way to deter against thieves. This method is so effective, that a Bentley Bentayga valued at PS200k was stolen recently while it was parked, and the driver entered their PIN to disable the device.
No annual fees
While traditional immobilisers prevent vehicles from starting without the correct key fob, Ghost goes a step further and thwarts a variety of techniques used by thieves to steal vehicles. For instance, it is able to detect signals jamming, device spoofing and other methods that make stealing your car more difficult. The device requires an individual pin code or code sequence in order to start the vehicle. This discourages thieves and encourages your car to be left in peace.
This makes it a useful instrument for luxury cars that are at greater risk of being stolen. This means you can enjoy greater security and preserve the value for resale of your vehicle. Additionally the Ghost Immobiliser can even reduce the cost of car insurance. While the device costs more than traditional immobilisers, the security it offers is worth the cost.
In contrast to other devices, Ghost doesn't require an annual subscription. It connects to your phone using low-energy bluetooth. This creates a secure encrypted connection between the immobiliser and your phone, making it nearly impossible for criminals or hackers to intercept. Furthermore, there are no LED indicators to reveal the location of the device.
The Autowatch Ghost is a reliable car immobiliser that's simple to install and remove from your car. The service valet mode allows you to turn off the car immobiliser while taking your vehicle for service or tested. Enter the PIN code once you return to your vehicle.
The Autowatch Ghost can also be used with newer cars which do not have an immobiliser fitted at the factory. This means it can be transferred between vehicles when you sell your old one, as long as the new vehicle is compatible.
There is no need to memorize the PIN code
A ghost immobiliser car is an extra layer of security that prevents tech-savvy thieves from starting your vehicle, even when they've copied your key fob or taken it. It connects to your car's Control Area Network (CAN) and disables the motor when you press the Start button without entering a PIN. It doesn't require a new keypad, instead, it utilizes buttons that are located on your vehicle such as the steering wheels and door panels as well as the central console. This means that it's not just inaccessible to thieves, but also preserves the look of your vehicle's interior.
The Autowatch Ghost 2 is a discrete, electronic device that integrates with your car's ECU. This creates a barrier that is almost impossible for thieves to break through. It is completely silent and doesn't emit radio signals, making it completely invisible to traditional RF scanning technology used by thieves to collect the signal from your key fob, and then copy it. It's an TASSA certified product, which means that it's been independently tested to the highest standards and is recognized by a few insurance companies as an important accessory to the security of your vehicle.
You can change the ghost CAN immobiliser on "Service/Valet Mode" if you need to give your vehicle to valet parking, service or a friend drive it for you. You can change this mode using an individual pin code that is only available to you, and it can be changed at anytime.
This is a quick and simple procedure that you can complete with the help of the manual supplied with your Ghost. It will explain how you can enter the code, and also how to reset it if you forget.
Easy to reset
Since the introduction of ghost immobiliser vehicles have proven to be a pioneer in vehicle security. Through the use of undetectable positioning as well as communication with CANBus to ECU tech and unique pin code entry, it's been able to remain one step ahead of most determined thieves. It doesn't require a key fob, or any other wireless connectivity to work. It can also be removed from your vehicle in the event that you decide to sell it.
It is normal to forget your PIN number, just as you would with any other security or password measure. However, if this happens you don't need to fret since it's simple to reset. You can get an emergency code by contacting the installer who installed your system. This will typically be hidden beneath a scratch-off section on a card that was given at the time of installation, and it's essential to keep it in a secure location.
The Emergency Code allows you to gain access to your car so you can drive like normal. This is a great option for situations when you need to transfer your car to someone who is able to provide service or valet parking. You can also use it to ensure that your car is secure while you're away, so that no one else will be able to start the motor.
If you are seeking a way to improve your vehicles security and protect your precious possessions from cloning, hacking and remote theft, then think about installing a ghost immobiliser by Autowatch a market leader in the UK market. Contact us to learn more.