Autowatch Ghost II Immobiliser Review
Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is the next step in vehicle security. It is inaccessible to thieves, and it is impossible for them to open the car without a specific pin code.
The system is based upon the CAN Data network of your vehicle. It is silent, so it cannot be detected with standard diagnostic tools or radio signals. The system doesn't require any electrical circuits to be cut.
What is a ghost immobiliser?
A Ghost Immobiliser can help safeguard your vehicle from theft by preventing it from starting until a unique pin code is entered. It can be used on various vehicles and, unlike a standard vehicle immobiliser, it doesn't need keys or fobs to operate. It is also extremely difficult to bypass or hack, and it operates in a quiet manner. This means that a thief will have to be quick to get away without being detected.
It guards against signal jamming, spoofing, and key cloning - all methods thieves have used to unlock vehicles equipped with standard immobilisers. It also stops thieves from stealing keys by digging through your mailbox or gaining access inside your home to steal the remote control. The device can stop thieves from stealing your joy and pride even if they do manage to obtain the key. It stops them from starting it until they have entered the code.
A ghost immobiliser, in contrast to passive immobilisers which require a key or fob to be in use to activate it and is designed to be completely sealed within the engine. It is connected directly to the data circuit in the CAN of the vehicle. It uses buttons on your car's steering wheel or centre console, or door panels to generate a unique pin code which you'll need to enter before starting the engine. The system can be put into the service mode, which allows your car to drive and start for short periods without requiring a PIN code. However, the service mode will end based on time and speed.
Due to the technology used, it is unable to be hacked or bypassed, even with the use of high-tech equipment such as RF scanning or code grabbing devices. It is also impossible to disable with a standard vehicle immobiliser as it doesn't transmit an RF signal like a standard immobiliser and works only by connecting directly to the CAN data circuit.
TASSA (Tracking & Aftermarket Security System Association) has now endorsed the Ghost immobiliser to be an insurance approved product due to its advanced technology and easy-to-install. We are a proud TASSA approved Ghost installer and can put the device inside your vehicle for insurance purposes.
How does a Ghost Immobiliser work?
Immobilisers prevent your car from starting when the wrong remote or key is used. This is done by sending a code from the wrong fob or key to the ECU (Engine Control Unit). The ECU won't recognize it and your car will not start. It is crucial to equip your car with an immobiliser by an established and reputable specialist.
MotorGuard is the Midlands' most trusted specialist in vehicle security and installer. We offer Autowatch Ghost immobilisers to many modern vehicles. You can rest assured that your car's security will be safe from theft.
The Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is one of the world's first aftermarket CAN bus immobilisers and protects your vehicle against key-cloning, hacking and theft. It is designed to not be detected by car burglars as it doesn't use LED indicators or key-fobs. It is also hidden within the wiring of your vehicle so that no additional hardware is required.
Once installed, the system is linked to the CAN system of your vehicle and lets you create an exclusive disarm sequence that includes your own PIN code, which must be entered to operate the vehicle. This pin code is up to 20 presses in length, for added security. If you have forgotten your pin code or if the button is broken there is an emergency code that can be used. ghost immobiliser installation will allow your vehicle start again.
The fact that the Ghost immobiliser can't be manipulated or compromised is what makes it such an effective deterrent against thieves. In addition, it's also TASSA insurance approved (Tracking and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) which can help reduce your car insurance costs.
As technology advances and improve, ghost immobilisers are becoming more sophisticated. We suggest that you speak with an Autowatch Ghost fitter as fast as you can in order to safeguard your pride and joy. If you're purchasing a new car or want to upgrade your vehicle, you can count on us to provide you with a high-quality service, so that you can enjoy your joy and pride for years to be.
Is a Ghost Immobiliser compatible with my car?
The Ghost is the first aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser in the world to offer total protection against modern-day vehicle theft. It safeguards against key cloning, car hacking, ECU swapping and much more. The new TASSA verified Ghost-II systems also provide vehicle marking and linking to the International Security Register enabling your insurance company to verify that you have a genuine Ghost system installed.
Our Ghost Immobiliser prevents thieves from getting your car started by requiring a unique pin code sequence to be entered or the presence of your smartphone using our Autowatch application before it can function. It works like a PIN for a bank card and makes it impossible to drive away with your pride and joy without entering the correct pin or phone. The Ghost Immobiliser System integrates into the CAN Data Network, so no wire cutting is needed and it works quietly. It is inaccessible to thieves and can't be detected by sophisticated scanners or code grabbing technologies that other systems use.
When the Ghost is fitted by our expert fitters, it's completely hidden and undetectable to the naked eye, it uses the buttons in your vehicle, for instance on the steering wheel, door panels and centre console to create an individual pin code that has to be entered before your engine can start, just as a password on a bank account. Then, it is connected to your smartphone via the Autowatch app, allowing you to enter a temporary "Service or Valet" mode which disables ghost for up to 30 minutes while you give your vehicle for transportation or for service.
With the apex of personalisation & modification being employed in today's vehicles, along with the fact that most of us drive older vehicles it is no wonder that the number of stolen vehicles has grown dramatically. Many of these are costly and rare vehicles that can take months to replace after being stolen. Hence, making sure that your vehicle's security isn't at risk of becoming the next target is essential. Ghost immobilisers are a reasonable investment that can help keep your vehicle safe and even be used to get the vehicle back if it is stolen.
Does a Ghost immobiliser work by cutting principle?
Ghost immobilisers block your vehicle from being started until a PIN is entered along with your key fob. This stops thieves from copying keys to your car or hacking into your car's system. This could encourage them to leave your car alone.
Once installed the ghost immobiliser, it will create an individual pin code that can be as long as 20 digits via the buttons of your vehicle (steering wheel, centre console or door panels) which you must enter to start your vehicle. The code sequence needs to be entered each time you drive your car, like a PIN or password on credit cards. The code can be reset easily by entering a string of numbers into the Ghost app on your smartphone.
The Autowatch Ghost II CAN has two deactivation mode for valet and services, which allow you to temporarily start your car without an access code, such as keys fobs - while it is in a garage or at valet parking. The immobiliser will reactivate automatically when your vehicle is placed in a garage.
The Ghost is different from other security devices available on the market. It doesn't come with any LED indicators, and it operates in a silent manner by utilizing the CAN data network in your vehicle. It's also not vulnerable to the same cuts in circuits that many other security systems are since it doesn't use radio signals.
This means that it is able to be installed in a manner that is concealed from view and obscurity and therefore is difficult for thieves to locate and be able to detect. It is also unnoticeable by sophisticated scanning tools and technology for grabbing codes that are often used to locate or disable security devices.
The Ghost is a sophisticated CAN bus immobiliser that is of high-quality. It offers excellent protection against key cloning and relay theft, as also car hacking. It's easy to install, undetectable by thieves and cannot be disarmed through simple wire cutting. This makes it a must-have for any driver looking to protect their vehicle.