Ghost Immobiliser Cars
A ghost immobiliser car is an advanced security device that protects your vehicle from key cloning and hacking. It is undetectable and leaves no trace after installation, which makes it an ideal choice for owners of expensive or rare vehicles.
The buttons on your steering wheel or console as well as the door panels are used to generate a unique pin-code sequence (up to twenty characters) that is required to start the engine.
No LED indicators or key-fobs to give away the location of the vehicle.
Ghost immobilisers are a new technology that protects your car from key cloning, hacking and theft. It's a discrete electronic device that connects to the data network of your vehicle and detects signals from the engine control unit (ECU). The system stops the engine from running until a specific PIN code is entered, which ensures that thieves cannot drive away with your pride and joy.
The device is connected to the CAN Bus in your vehicle which allows it to to intercept data from the ECU of the car and other connected components. The installation process is highly skilled procedure that requires a skilled installation, and should only be completed by a licensed installer. Once it is installed, it will be hidden within your vehicle and therefore, unrecognizable to thieves. It can detect vibrations, and also the movement of car components and parts.
If a criminal attempts to disable the device, it will cause the lights for the engine management to flash rapidly, and the horn will sound. This alerts the driver that there is something wrong with the engine, which can cause them to panic and abandon the vehicle. This will give you a significant advantage over an ordinary immobiliser since the owner will be aware that their vehicle is in trouble and can call the authorities right away.
The device can be disarmed using an app, which is accessible to the owner and installer (even even though it's unlikely anyone would forget their PIN code!). Some systems have a service/valet setting which temporarily disables the immobiliser, allowing the driver who is trusted to drive the vehicle without having to enter an authorization code. The system will activate once the vehicle has exceeded 31 mph, and driven for a certain amount of time.
There isn't Bluetooth or wireless connectivity
It is therefore undetectable to modern thieves who employ diagnostics to detect an immobiliser that is hidden or a circuit cut. This makes it a potent protection against vehicle theft. You can also activate the GHOST's vehicle-specific features like anti-hijack or gearbox lock to prevent the engine from starting in a specific gear.
Our certified installers can install the GHOST to a variety of vehicles. It is fully compatible with all Mercedes vehicles. GHOST is distinct from other products available on market since it is compatible with the existing interfaces in your vehicle, such as buttons on the steering wheel, door card on the driver's side or the central console. It's a stealth immobiliser for the 21st century that operates independently of your factory-installed alarm or tracker.
In contrast to other immobilisers that require a PIN code to disable the device and the Ghost can be disabled by entering in a secret sequence of key presses from the driver's mobile application. This is possible from anywhere in the world and is simple and painless. You can modify it however many times you like but only the app's owner will be able to see the changes.
It's also possible to disable the GHOST on the satnav of your vehicle by entering another sequence, which makes it more secure and a deterrent against thieves. In fact, this method is so effective that it was used to deter thieves. A Bentley Bentayga worth PS200k was recently stolen from an intersection of lights as it sat stationary and the driver entered in their PIN to deactivate the device.
No annual fees
Ghost is a more sophisticated immobiliser that combats the various tactics used by thieves to steal vehicles. For instance, it is able to detect signal jamming, device spoofing and other techniques that make it more difficult to steal your car. The device requires an individual pin code or code sequence to start the vehicle. This deters thieves and encourages thieves to leave your car alone.
This makes the device an ideal asset for luxury vehicles which are more at risk of being stolen. You can therefore enjoy increased security and preserve the value of your vehicle. Installing the Ghost Immobiliser may even reduce your insurance costs. The Ghost Immobiliser is more expensive than traditional immobilisers, but the peace of mind it brings is well worth the expense.
ghost autowatch immobiliser does not 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 virtually impossible for criminals or hackers to break into. There are also no LED indicators to indicate the whereabouts of the device.
The Autowatch Ghost is a reliable car immobiliser that's simple to install and remove from your vehicle. Its'service valet' mode allows you to disable the immobiliser while taking your vehicle to be serviced or checked. When you return, simply enter the PIN code to enable your vehicle to start up again.
The Autowatch Ghost is also compatible with newer vehicles that don't have a factory-fitted immobiliser. This means it can be transferred between vehicles after you sell your old one, provided the new vehicle is compatible.
No need to memorize PIN codes
Ghost immobiliser cars are an additional layer of security that stops thieves who are tech-savvy from starting your car even when they've copied your key fob or taken it. It is connected to your car's control area network (CAN) system and disables the engine when you press the start button without entering a PIN sequence first. There's no brand new keypad to be fitted however, it does use buttons in your vehicle, such as the steering wheel, door panels, or the centre console. It's not only untraceable to thieves, it also helps preserve your vehicle's interior.
The Autowatch Ghost 2 immobiliser is a discrete electronic device that integrates with your car's ECU to create an almost impossible security barrier that thieves cannot penetrate. It operates silently and emits no radio signals, which makes it completely invisible to traditional scanners using RF that are used by thieves to collect the signal from your key fob and clone it. It's a TASSA-certified product, which means that it has been independently tested to the highest standards. Some insurance companies see this as a useful feature for your vehicle's safety.
If you have to surrender your vehicle for service, valet parking or for a person to drive it for you, then the ghost CAN immobiliser could be switched to 'Service/Valet' mode'. This mode can be switched by a pin code that only you know.
The manual that came with your Ghost will assist you with this quick and simple process. It will explain how you can enter the code, and also how to reset it if you forget.
Easy to reset
Since its introduction, ghost immobiliser vehicles have been the top choice in vehicle security. By utilising undetectable positioning as well as communication with CANBus to ECU technology, and unique pin code entry, it's been able to stay one step ahead of most ruthless thieves. It does not require a key fob, or any other wireless connection to function. It is also able to be removed from your vehicle if you decide to sell it.
Like any password or security measure it's inevitable that you may forget the PIN number for your ghost immobiliser. However, if this happens you don't need to fret as it's easy to reset. You can get an emergency code by contacting the installer that installed your system. The code is typically hidden in the scratch-off section of the card that was provided at the time of installation. It's essential to store this safely.
The Emergency Code will allow you to gain access to your vehicle so that it can drive it normally and is a great option for situations where you have to hand your car over to valet parking or service for instance. It is also a good option in order to ensure that your vehicle is safe when you are away from it, so that nobody else can start the engine.
If you are looking to improve your vehicles security and protect your vehicle from hacking, cloning and remote stealing then consider installing a ghost immobiliser by Autowatch an industry leader in the market for UK-based. Contact us to learn more.