Autowatch Ghost Immobiliser
The well-known Ghost Immobiliser provides your vehicle with a high level of protection against key cloning, hacking and theft. what is a ghost immobiliser -certified system is not detected by thieves and blocks your vehicle from starting.
This silent device uses buttons on your car's steering wheel as well as the doors and the centre console to let you create a unique, changeable PIN code sequence up to 20 characters. The code must be entered first before the car can begin.
Easy to install
With car theft on the rise and cloning tools readily available, it is more important than ever to protect your vehicle. Our Autowatch Ghost immobiliser provides a discreet, effective and aftermarket solution for protecting against key-cloning and car theft. The unit is virtually invisible to thieves, and functions through buttons on the steering wheel or the door panels. This enables customers to create a unique sequence of disarming like a credit card that must be entered before a car can be driven or started away. This makes the system nearly impossible to identify and is also unaffected by spoofing or jamming devices as used with other systems available.
The installation of the Ghost unit is a highly specialised process and must only be done by an approved installer. The unit is firmly integrated into your vehicle's CAN bus network and is able to communicate directly with the ECU. This allows the Ghost to be installed without having to alter the factory settings and guarantees that it can't be hacked by a burglar using signal boosters or other techniques.
Once the Ghost is fitted with a new and improved disarm sequence must be inputted to start your vehicle. This can be done by pressing the service button on your vehicle 5 times in 2 seconds while making sure that it is not being held for a prolonged period of time. The system will flash twice to indicate that Transport Mode is active. This feature is ideal for classic, sports or prestige vehicles that require their security systems to be temporarily disabled during transportation or during servicing.
After Transport Mode is activated, your immobiliser will be disabled and you are unable to reactivate it by entering the PIN code. This feature is ideal for those who want to store their vehicles over the winter months to protect theft, or to avoid paying higher insurance costs.
There are no keyfobs or LEDs or other indicators to help you locate it.
The Ghost immobiliser is a discrete device that shields your joy and pride from car thieves by utilizing buttons on your dashboard or steering wheel to input an unobtrusive pin code prior to the start of the engine. It can be connected to an app on your phone to arm and disarm remotely. It blocks signal relay, ECU swapping, and key copying. It is easy to install, and can be put in a wide range of vehicles. It's also very discreet and can be concealed in difficult-to-access places, such as behind the dashboard or within the steering-wheel trim.
This is a fantastic option for vehicles that are high-performance because it can shut off your vehicle's ignition in the event that the incorrect pin code is entered. This stops thieves from stealing your pride and joy. The device will notify smartphones if the vehicle is left unattended in public. This gives you peace of mind while away from your car.
Unlike other immobilisers, the Ghost doesn't require any extra fobs or LED indicators, and can be hidden easily in a difficult-to-find area within your vehicle. It is extremely resistant to detection because it communicates directly with the CAN data network in your vehicle. It doesn't emit radio signals, so it's undetectable by RF scanners or signal jammers.
It's designed to be tamper proof and weatherproof, and is able to withstand extreme temperatures. It's also not possible to interfere with by cutting wires or removing the unit. Additionally, it doesn't need any circuit cutting to function, and is therefore inaccessible to organized gangs of thieves that utilize diagnostics devices to detect security systems that are fitted. It is not affected by diagnostic equipment that analyzes CAN data for the presence or absence of security systems.
No circuit cuts
The ghost device doesn't include any LED indicators or key fobs that would indicate its location. It is hidden under the steering wheel, dashboard or dashboard of your car and makes use of buttons to create an unique PIN sequence that needs to be entered to start the engine. This means that even if a thief does have your keys they can't drive the car away since they do not know the correct PIN code sequence. The device also does not transmit any radio signals, which means that organised gangs of thieves using diagnostics devices will not be able to recognize the device.
This cutting-edge immobiliser, which is also TASSA-approved can aid in reducing your insurance costs. This is especially applicable to modified vehicles whose owners have customised. It also stops key theft and ECU switching, which means the only way for a burglar to steal your pride and happiness is to tow it.
The system is completely quiet as it does not utilize the factory keys or dashboard buttons. It communicates with the ECU via the CAN data circuit, which is completely silent and doesn't give any indication that it was installed. It means that a criminal could not add new key fobs or replace the ECU in order to get your car to start. This eliminates any other methods of theft that have been used in recent years, like key cloning, RFID scanning and code taking.
If you have forgotten your PIN code, our engineers have provided an emergency reset device that allows you to enter "service mode". This will allow the technician or dealer to temporarily start and drive your vehicle enabling them to carry out maintenance work, MOTs or valet parking without entering the PIN code a second time. Once the technician has finished their work or you have taken possession of your vehicle, just enter the PIN code and the device will go out of service mode based on speed and time.
No radio signals
Unlike many other car security systems the Ghost immobiliser does not use an alarm system or key fobs to stop vehicles from beginning. Instead it communicates with vehicle's ECU and the CAN data circuit to stop the engine from starting. This makes it a discrete solution that isn't affected by key cloning or radio frequency scanning techniques employed by thieves to bypass other security devices. It can be combined with tracking devices to increase the safety of your vehicle. You will also be alerted when there is any attempt to tamper or steal.
The Autowatch Ghost, a TASSA certified device, is an insurance-approved, and offers superior protection against key hacking and the cloning. It makes use of a mobile application to control the device. It is secured to ensure security. It also has a safe emergency PIN override. It's a reliable, discreet and cost-effective way to shield your car from theft.
However, the Ghost has its share of difficulties. Many users have difficulty entering the correct disarming sequence. The device requires input from buttons already present on your vehicle such as buttons on the steering column or on the centre console. It isn't easy for drivers to remember, or they might make a mistake the first time. It is advisable to read the instruction manual that comes with the device to learn this, and to practice the disarming procedure prior to driving the vehicle.
A second issue is that some vehicles have issues with the CAN data connections, which can affect Ghost's functionality. This can be caused either due to malfunctioning sensors or an abrasive OBD connector. It is recommended to test the system again before using it, in the event that the CAN connector has any issues.
Change PIN code easily
The Ghost is a great product that has enjoyed a great reception on the market. However, the process of changing the pin code can be a bit confusing. The device is preprogrammed by the installer at the time of installation, but customers may want to change it for a variety of reasons. For example they may want an alternative button that disables the device or do not want their installer to know. Or they may simply dislike the pin code they have. The good news is that the switch to a new pin number is incredibly easy. Follow these easy steps to find out how.
It is important to note that you need to turn the ignition on but DO NOT start your car! The process only takes a few seconds to be completed. The vehicle will then return to normal operation.