Car Ghost Immobiliser
Ghost Immobiliser is a sophisticated system that stops your car from starting without an individual pin code sequence that is entered through existing buttons (such as those on the steering wheel or dashboard). The device is inaccessible to thieves and operates quietly.
It also can help deter newer methods such as hotwiring and theft of relays. It could also result in a decrease in your insurance premium.
No Radio Frequencies
A ghost immobilise r differs from a traditional one in that it doesn't transmit radio frequency, making it impossible for thieves to bypass the device using a cheap key cloning device. A ghost immobiliser prevents your car from starting if the thief has cloned or stolen your key.
A ghost immobiliser can also be used to stop relay attacks. These involve amplifying the signal from your key fob to trick the system into allowing your vehicle to start. The Ghost will detect this and will not allow you to start the car until you enter the PIN code. This is a great method to combat tech-savvy car thieves who have easy-to-use and affordable equipment to clone your vehicle.
The Ghost can also be installed discreetly (without doing any damage to your vehicle) and will only work when the correct pin sequence has been entered. This will only be known by the owner who installed it, which means that no one will be able to use your vehicle until they know your pin code. Some systems allow the owner to set up a valet mode or service mode, which permits the owner to let someone else use their vehicle without having to reveal their pin code. This will protect them from thefts by opportunistic thieves.
Additionally, it is user-friendly and simple to dearm and disarm, the Ghost can be paired with a car tracker, making it possible for you to track your car. Some insurers offer discounts on car insurance for vehicles with Ghosts installed. This is an excellent benefit because it improves the security of your vehicle.
Although the Ghost immobiliser isn't Thatcham certified, it is an aftermarket item that has been tested by an independent party and proved to be effective. Ask the seller of a secondhand vehicle that has the Ghost installed if they will transfer it to your vehicle. This will ensure that your new vehicle is more secure than it was if the previous owner had not transferred it.
No Circuit Cuts
The absence of circuit breaks means that even if the car has been stolen, thieves won't be able to get it started. They'll have to know the sequence of buttons used to unlock your vehicle and will be unable to do so if they aren't in possession of this knowledge. This will deter thieves from attempting to steal your vehicle.
If you have an GPS tracker installed in your Ghost can also function as an anti-theft device as it can send an alert to the tracker which will trigger a siren and notify the tracker of any attempted theft. This feature can be turned on at any time via your online dashboard.
When you connect your Ghost to the CAN data network it will identify the vehicle and its owner by using the unique pin code programmed during installation. This allows the device communicate with your vehicle's ECU and to stop the engine. This means that only the vehicle owner, or someone with the PIN number, is able to start the engine.
Because the pin code was created from existing buttons within easy reach of the driver (such as cruise control and stereo mutes) it is mathematically inaccessible to guess by any potential thieves. Your engineer will also provide you with an emergency Pin Code override card which is similar to a scratch-off lottery ticket and simply needs to be scratched off to reveal the code and the instructions.
In contrast to traditional immobilisers, which are usually discovered by thieves using diagnostics to read the immobiliser relay the Ghost is not detected using these methods since it doesn't employ radio frequencies or circuit cuts. It is therefore unaffected by the new techniques employed by organized gangs that are experts in the use of RF scanning technology and code-grabbing. It's also a lifetime product, and can easily be removed from your car when you sell it, which means that you won't lose any of the protection you've invested in.
No Key Fobs
In the UK Vehicle theft is on the rise. The need for proactive measures to safeguard your precious cars from opportunistic criminals. The innovative Ghost Immobiliser Autowatch's Ghost Immobiliser Autowatch offers a solid defense against key cloning, hacking, and signal relay attacks. It is a discreet and highly effective car safety system that is easy for anyone to install.
In contrast to traditional systems that rely on key fobs, the Ghost immobiliser has no LED indicators and operates through a signal relay. This means it is not affected by signal interception and is unable to be activated by stolen or damaged remotes. It is also tamper proof and doesn't have any external wiring, making it difficult to take off or disable.
It safeguards your joy from hacking, key-longs and key theft by preventing the engine from beginning until you enter a unique PIN code. This is achieved by utilising buttons that are already present in the vehicle like the ones on the steering wheel as well as the door panels and the centre console to design a customised disarm sequence of up to 20 times (like entering a PIN into your smartphone).
This is the only method you have to start your engine, and it will only work if you have entered the correct pin code. This makes it hard for thieves to take your vehicle and is easy to use. If you are concerned about not remembering your pin code, you can ask the installer to provide you with a driver's license that permits you to operate the car in the normal way.
The absence of key fobs and LED indicators also means that the Ghost immobiliser cannot be identified by diagnostic equipment or RF scanners commonly employed by thieves to detect the presence of a system. This installation that is stealthy enhances the security of the system, and permits it to be installed in a place that is difficult to steal.
Ghost immobilisers are a cheap and effective way to deter theft and improve the value of your vehicle. Some insurance providers will also recognize them and offer lower rates.
No Damage
If your car is fitted with a ghost immobiliser you will have the peace of assurance that your vehicle is protected against hacking, cloning, key-fob theft and other common methods of theft. This is especially important if you've invested lots of time and money customising your vehicle or own an expensive or unique model. Ghost immobilisers operate silently and require no additional components or installation.
The system works by using buttons on your steering wheel, center console or door panels, and allows you to create an encrypted pin code sequence that must be entered before the engine can begin. The sequence can be changed by you at any time, meaning that even if a burglar knows your pin code it is not possible for them to start your car. It is also simple to deactivate the device in the service valet mode, to allow your car to be driven away to be cleaned, serviced or for an MOT without being activated.
This means that even if the vehicle is stolen or cloned, the thief will not be in a position to start your vehicle and could be caught in the act. The system will also alert you to any alteration to your vehicle's wiring for example, signal interference or cutting. This information can be sent to your phone so that you are always aware of the security status of your car.
However, there may come a time that you want to remove or disable the Ghost Immobiliser, perhaps to prevent maintenance or resale. In this instance, you will need to follow a carefully-planned procedure in order to disconnect the device without damaging the wiring system of your vehicle. Wearing safety gloves and using flashlights is a good idea during this procedure. You can also refer to any documentation you may have like user manuals or installation instructions to find the exact location of the device.
You can then reconnect the battery to your vehicle and test it to ensure that the immobiliser functions properly and that all electrical components are working in the way you intended. The next step is to connect any wires that were cut, by using electrical tape or soldering whenever necessary. Make sure that there aren't any exposed wires and that any dangling cables are secured using zip ties or some other suitable method. Finally, schedule a vehicle inspection with a professional make sure that the removal process didn't cause damage to other systems within your car.