10 Misconceptions That Your Boss May Have About Ghost Immobiliser Fitter
What is a Ghost Immobiliser and Tracker?
Immobilisers are security devices that stop your car from starting without the correct fob or key. It can help to lower your car insurance premium and also.
The ghost system generates a unique pin code using the buttons on your car's steering, centre console, or door panels. You can alter it. Imagine it as a PIN for a credit card however, it is much more secure (up to 20 button presses). It is invisible and silently operates through the CAN network.
Easy to install
A ghost immobiliser is also known as a PIN code blocker, is a device installed on your car's engine that stops it from starting if the PIN code is not entered correctly. It's not just easy to install, but also tamperproof, which makes it an excellent choice for those who own a car in Bolton Rochdale.
The Ghost is an immobiliser for the CAN bus that is more secure than any other available. It protects your vehicle against key-cloning and hacking (relay attacks) as well as the theft of keys from your home. By preventing the engine from running it protects your vehicle from being targeted by hackers.
As it sits on the CAN data network of your vehicle, there is no additional wiring to be connected, which means that it cannot be identified by sophisticated scanners or even disarmed by simple wire cutting. It is also undetectable to professional thieves employing these methods because it does not transmit signals that can easily be detected using diagnostic tools.
This device uses the buttons that are in your vehicle (steering wheels doors, door panels or centre consoles) to create a unique and reversible PIN sequence that only you know. The code is entered using your smartphone or an unidentified button on the Ghost device, and it is impossible for any other driver to use this sequence to start the car unless they are you. This is why it's such an effective deterrent for criminals, since they could escape without you noticing and alerting them to their presence in your vehicle.
You can also move the Ghost between vehicles if you decide to change cars in your ownership provided that the new vehicle has a compatible CAN bus. It's a simple process that won't invalidate your warranty, as it works on the CAN data network. You don't have to alter your steering wheel or status indicators. The most appealing thing about the Ghost is that it's much cheaper and easier to install than the wheel lock, a tracking system or a tracker.
There are no keyfobs or LEDs or other indicators that can help you find it.
It is not surprising that we spend a a lot of dollars to keep our cars clean. It is essential to ensure the safety of our vehicles.
Criminals are getting more daring and can hack keyless entry systems to steal your vehicle even though the keys are in the ignition. They are even able to do this from the inside of your home. The criminals then use a relay device to replicate your car's signal and then start it without you knowing. While these vehicles are typically equipped with a tracker this can be disabled by using a few simple techniques.
Autowatch have come up with an innovative solution to prevent this called Ghost, the world's first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser, which will protect your car unlike anything else on the market today. cost of ghost immobiliser is TASSA (Tracker and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) certified, tested and approved by insurance companies, meaning you can save money on your car insurance.
This revolutionary device was designed to be inaccessible to thieves. It uses the existing buttons in your steering wheel and dashboard to create a unique pin sequence up to 20 digits that must be entered to start the engine. This system cannot be detected using RF scanning or code-grabbing technologies. It can only be deactivated using the smartphone app or key fob or two smartphones.
It's also completely silent so that thieves would not be aware that it's inside your vehicle. Furthermore because it is connected to the CAN data network, there aren't any wires to cut or removed so it cannot be disconnected from the ECU to disable the system.
Other features include a valet function that lets you start your vehicle for a short period of time to clean or maintenance, a PIN-change function in the event that you forget your PIN and maintenance and service mode that ensures you can continue driving when you require to. The device can be placed at various locations within your car. Our certified Ghost installers will install it so that there aren't any permanent marks on the interior of your car.
No technology for RF scanning or code-grabbing
The Ghost Immobiliser does not use codes-grabbing or RF scanning technology that is the primary method used by thieves to steal the key fobs and get access to the computer in your car to create an unlocked key for your car. It makes use of the buttons on your dashboard as well as the steering wheel to connect with your vehicle. It is therefore very discreet and invisible, since it is not visible. This also means that no additional wiring is required, as the Ghost will work with your vehicle's CAN data networks which means that there are no circuit cuts during installation or operation and is completely silent.
It prevents anyone from getting your car started without a unique pin or smartphone authorisation, so you will never be left with an empty vehicle. This means that thieves who steal your vehicle through key cloning or relay theft, or ECU swapping will not be able start it, and are more likely to leave your car completely.
The buttons on the steering wheel and dash are used to create a secret password. This code is only known by you (like PINs on a credit card). When the button is pressed the system will allow the engine to begin in service valet mode. This mode requires a new PIN, or you can unlock it by using the Autowatch App on your smartphone. The app can also be used to lock and unlock your car so that you can leave it to valet or driving away without worrying about it being stolen or getting the wrong keys in it.
The Ghost is a low-cost and discreet solution to protect your vehicle from theft through contactless. It is TASSA-approved and can lower the cost of insurance. You can drive in confidence knowing that you are securing your prized possessions. The Ghost is compatible with a variety of vehicles such as motorhomes and vans, so that you can be safe wherever you go. To book your free quotation and installation of the Autowatch Ghost, call us now.
No extra wiring
The ghost immobiliser is installed directly into the vehicle and is connected to the CAN data network, which is the reason it's so effective. It doesn't require any after-market key fobs but instead makes use of the buttons that are already on your car's steering wheel and dashboard to generate an unique PIN code sequence that must be entered before the engine is able to start. The sequence can be as long or short as you like and can even include numbers or letters, making it as secure as a credit card. You can change it at anytime.
It is crucial to mention that, unlike a wheel lock or other after-market tracker devices, ghost isn't thatcham-approved. However, because of how the device works it is TASSA approved and recognised by a number of insurance companies as a security measure that can lower your premiums.
Due to its discreet method of working, it cannot be detected by thieves. It's an ideal choice for those who wish to ensure that their vehicles are safe and secure whilst travelling abroad or for use with valet parking and service companies. The device can be set to Valet mode, which allows the driver of the vehicle to start the car and drive with parameters like a 30mph speed limit without needing to enter the pin code. It is then removed and activated when you return to your car.
This feature is especially useful for those who frequently use their vehicles, such as valet or taxi drivers. It can also be utilized to help family, friends, or work colleagues, allowing them to temporarily start your vehicle while it's in the garage to do maintenance or a wash. Once you're back in possession, the Ghost can be activated again using the PIN code.
Unlike many other after-market security products, the Ghost is completely sealed and very small, meaning it can be hidden in your vehicle. The Ghost's small size means it is almost undetectable and won't damage your car in any way.