Protect Your Pride And Joy With The Ghost Immobiliser
Secure your prized possessions against theft with the Ghost Immobiliser. It's discreet and does not require additional key fobs.
The device makes use of the buttons on your vehicle (steering wheel, door panels & centre console) to create a unique pin code sequence that can be up to 20 presses. This will then authorize the vehicle to start.
Simple process to change the PIN code
With the growing rate of vehicle theft, a lot of owners are looking to improve their security. There are many kinds of security products that are available for sale including tracking systems, alarms and immobilisers. However they do not all are equally effective in protecting your car. While a tracking device can assist you in locating your car in the case of theft, it will not stop the crime from happening in the first in the first place. Immobilisers, on the contrary, do exactly what they say on the tin:
fitting they shut off your car's engine to prevent it from being started. The Autowatch
ghost immobiliser 2 is one of the most sophisticated options available, making it almost impossible for thieves steal your vehicle.
The ghost device makes use of the buttons on your car to generate an unique sequence that needs to be entered to allow the engine to begin. This can be done via the indicator stalk, window or heater buttons. In addition it is possible to use an app for mobile devices that can function as an emergency PIN code bypass and allow the driver to operate the car without using the button sequence. This feature is particularly beneficial if you have to hand your car over for valet parking or maintenance since the immobiliser will still be activated and not disabled.
The Ghost is a truly unique and innovative device which is used in conjunction with the buttons on your vehicle rather than being a standalone device. It is not only an effective deterrent for vehicle theft however, it can be used on future vehicles you own. This makes it a far better investment than a traditional wheel lock.
Weatherproof tiny device
The
autowatch ghost immobiliser fitting Ghost Immobiliser is an advanced security system that safeguards your pride & joy from key cloning and hacking. It also blocks ECU swapping. It is a weatherproof tiny device that communicates directly with your vehicle's ECU over the CAN data bus, which disables the engine. It can be plugged into the vehicle without the need for
fitting extra wiring and has been extensively tested to make sure it is compatible with all vehicles. It is also resistant against jamming devices which are a typical technique used by thieves to bypass immobilisers.
The advantage of CAN data over traditional systems is that they operate in a silent manner. It isn't detected by sophisticated RF scanning and code-grabbing technology, nor can it be detected by traditional diagnostic tools. The Autowatch ghost doesn't produce LED indicators and instead uses the buttons inside your vehicle, such as the steering wheel or centre console panels to create a unique, programmable disarm sequence. You can make this sequence as long as 20 presses for added security. The iPhone app is limited to one connection, with an individual pairing code for the Ghost. All communication between the two devices is encrypted.
The Ghost also prevents car thieves from adding a new key or replacing the ECU to bypass the immobiliser to start the engine. It will only allow the engine to run only if the correct pin code is entered. It can also be put in valet/service mode to allow for temporary operation (with set parameters such as 30mph speed limit) to allow you to transfer your vehicle to a valet service for maintenance without having to enter a pin code.
Each vehicle is tested
The Autowatch Ghost is the first aftermarket immobiliser CANbus. It can be connected to the wiring of your vehicle and to the engine control unit (ECU). The device snoops on electronic signals to disable the system of your vehicle from performing its normal initialization process until you enter the passcode you have created. The system can be turned off or on through your smartphone's app, without the need for extra wires.
Standard factory immobilisers on vehicles work by having an electronic transponder in the key, which sends a signal to the ECU. The car will start if the correct code is transmitted. However, if a transponder of a different vehicle is used instead, the immobiliser will not recognize it. This allows the vehicle be started and stolen. The Ghost immobiliser has been developed by a South African company at the top of security systems for vehicles technology. It protects you from hacking or key cloning and even key theft. The only way thieves could take your car is by physically towing it away, and even then they wouldn't be allowed to drive it.
Ghost uses the buttons in your car, such as the indicator stalk as well as the steering wheel and door panels to generate an unique PIN code that is changeable that must be entered prior to you can use your car. This is done without the need for additional hardware like keys-fobs, and can be as long as 20 presses long. It is also unrecognizable by devices for diagnosis and transmits radio frequency signals, which means thieves are not able to use sophisticated RF scanners or code grabbing techniques to determine if an installation has been made.
Ghost is more difficult to remove than car alarms that require disarming with the buttons. This makes it a fantastic addition to a GPS tracking device which can be used to locate your vehicle after it's been stolen.
Override of emergency PIN code
You don't have to look long on social media sites to find stories or videos of vehicles that have been stolen using the most advanced technology tools. This includes key-cloning and hacking tools that allow them to start your vehicle without your original key fobs.
Our Ghost immobiliser fights this issue and offers an additional layer of security to prevent your vehicle from being stolen when it is targeted by thieves. It works by creating a unique pin code push sequence using the buttons you have on the steering wheel, door panel, and the centre console. This unique PIN is entered along with your original key fob to prevent the engine from beginning. The unique override pin can be found on a black card that you will receive after the installation. It is easy to remember because there are no LED indicators.
The device is hidden within the wiring of the vehicle and does not emit radio signals. This means it can't be detected using diagnostic software that can determine what type of security systems you have installed. This makes it a fantastic alternative to the tracker.
Contrary to other security systems that rely on a relay located in the engine bays, immobilisers using CAN communicate via databus (brand dependent) with the ECU and BCM of the vehicle. This allows them to block the vehicle completely by sending an electronic block to the ECU and engine.
It is also possible to connect a separate analog immobiliser, alarm or tracker with these systems, however this must be stated prior to the installation of the device. They are also service/valet-mode compatible and a good alternative to a tracker having your car in for repairs to an electrical issue at the dealership.
Service/Valet Mode
In recent times there has been an increase in vehicles being stolen with no owner's keys. With the ease of access to key cloning tools and door lock pick sets it is now much easier for thieves to take your prized possessions. We've developed the Autowatch Ghost Immobiliser to combat this. It blocks your car from being driven, even if you keys have been copied.