Ghost Immobiliser Cars
Ghost immobilisers are an advanced security device that shields your vehicle from key cloning and hacking. It is undetectable and leaves no marks behind after installation, making it an ideal choice for owners of expensive or rare vehicles.
The buttons on your steering wheel, console and door panels are used to create an 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 brand new technology that protects your car from key cloning, hacking, and theft. It is a discrete electronic device that connects to the vehicle's data network. It snoops on signals sent by the engine control unit. This device stops your car's engine starting until you enter a specific PIN code. It ensures that thieves aren't able to drive away with your pride and joy.
The device is linked into the CAN bus in your vehicle which allows it to read data from the ECU and other connected components in the vehicle. Installation is a highly skilled procedure that requires skilled installation, and should only be performed by a licensed installer. After installation, the device will be hidden inside your vehicle and will be undetectable to thieves. It is able to detect vibrations, as well as the movement of car components and parts.
If a criminal attempts to disable the device in this way, it can cause the car's engine management lights to flash quickly and the horn will honk. This alerts the driver that there is something wrong with the engine, causing them to panic and abandon the vehicle. This is a fantastic alternative to a standard immobiliser in that the owner of the vehicle will be able to call the authorities right away if the vehicle is in danger.
The device can be disabled through an application that can be accessed both by the owner and installer (even even though the majority of people will never forget their PIN code). Certain systems include a service/valet option that will temporarily disable the immobiliser which allows a trusted driver to drive the vehicle without having to enter a PIN. The system will then reactivate when the vehicle surpasses 31 mph and has been driven for a specific duration of time.
There is no Bluetooth or wireless connectivities
This means that it is not identified by modern thieves who use diagnostics to locate an unconnected circuit or hidden immobiliser. It is unnoticeable because it doesn't utilize radio signals. This makes it an effective preventative against vehicle theft. The GHOST also comes with options for your specific vehicle features, such as a gearbox locks (to prevent the engine from starting when it is in the gearbox) and anti-hijack, which we can activate for you upon installation.
Our certified installers can install the GHOST to a wide variety of vehicles. It is fully compatible with all Mercedes vehicles. GHOST is distinct from other products available on market because it works with the existing interfaces in your vehicle, like buttons on the steering wheel, the door card on the driver's side, or the center console. It's a stealth immobiliser for the 21st century. It is independent of your alarm system installed by the factory or tracker.
Contrary to some immobilisers which only have a PIN code to disable the device, the Ghost can also be disabled in a secret sequence of button presses using the driver's mobile application. It's simple to accomplish and can be done anywhere in the world. You can alter the sequence as many times as you want and it's only visible to the app's creator.
The Key Lab can also disable the GHOST feature in your satnav by entering in a different sequence. This makes it more secure and deterrent to thieves. In fact this method is so efficient that a Bentley Bentayga worth PS200k was recently stolen at a set of lights while it was stationary and the driver inserted their PIN number to disable the device.
No annual subscriptions
While traditional immobilisers prevent vehicles from starting if they don't have the right key fob, Ghost goes a step further and combats a range of methods used by thieves to steal vehicles. For instance, it can detect signals jamming, device spoofing, and other techniques that make it more difficult to steal your car. The device also requires an additional unique pin number or code sequence to start the engine. This deters thieves and also encourages them to leave your vehicle at home.
This makes the device a valuable asset for high-end vehicles that are at greater chance of being stolen. This means that you will be able to enjoy greater security and protect the value of your vehicle for resales. The Ghost Immobiliser can even lower your insurance rates. Although the device is more expensive than other immobilisers, the security it provides makes it worth the investment.
In contrast to other devices, Ghost doesn't require an annual subscription. Instead it connects to your mobile phone via low-energy bluetooth. This creates a secure connection between your phone and the immobiliser, which makes it virtually impossible for criminals to intercept. In addition, there aren't LEDs that can reveal the location 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 when taking your vehicle to be serviced or MOTed. Enter the PIN code once you return to your car.
The Autowatch Ghost is also compatible with modern vehicles that don't come with a factory-installed immobiliser. This means that it can be transferred between cars when you sell your old one, provided the new vehicle is compatible.
No need to memorize the PIN code
A ghost immobiliser is an additional layer that blocks thieves from starting your car, even if they've copied or stolen your key fob. It is connected to your car's control area network (CAN) system and shuts down the engine if you push the start button without entering a PIN code sequence first. There's no new keypad installed but instead, it makes use of buttons on your vehicle, such as the steering wheel, door panels or centre console. This means it's not just inaccessible to thieves, but it also keeps the appearance of your vehicle's interior.
The Autowatch Ghost 2 is a electronic device that is discrete and integrates into your car's ECU. This creates a barrier that is almost impossible for thieves to break through. It is completely inaccessible to thieves using traditional RF scanning technologies to capture and duplicate the signal from your key fob. It's an TASSA verified product, which means that it's been tested independently to the highest standards and is recognised by some insurance companies as an important accessory to the security of your vehicle.
If you have to give your car over for service, valet parking or for a person to drive it for you, the ghost CAN immobiliser could be switched to 'Service/Valet' mode'. You can switch this mode with a unique pin code that is only accessible to you. This can be changed at any time.
The manual that was included with the Ghost will guide you through this quick and simple process. It will explain how to enter the code and how to reset it if you forget.
Simple to reset
Since its debut, the ghost immobiliser car has been a leading element in the protection of vehicles. Utilizing undetectable position and communication using CANBus to ECU tech and unique pin code entry, it's been able to keep one step ahead of most determined thieves. Unlike other immobiliser systems it doesn't need an ignition key or other wireless connectivities to work and can be removed from your vehicle if you decide to sell it.
Like any security measure or password it's normal that you'll forget the PIN code of your ghost immobiliser. If this happens it's not necessary to worry too much since it's simple to reset. All you have to do is call the installer who fitted your device and they'll be able to provide you with an emergency code. It's usually concealed under a scratch-off space on a card provided at the time of installation. it's essential to keep it in a secure location.
The Emergency Code will allow you to regain access to your vehicle so that you can drive it as usual and is a great solution for situations when you need to hand your car over to valet parking or service for instance. It can also be used to ensure that your vehicle is safe while you're away from it, so that no one else is able to start the engine.
If you are looking for a way to improve your vehicles security and safeguard your vehicle from hacking, cloning and remote theft, then think about installing a ghost immobiliser from Autowatch a market leader in the UK's market. Contact us to learn more.