Protect Your Vehicle With a Ghost Immobiliser
With ever increasing joy and happiness being put into our vehicles, it is only natural to secure them. The Autowatch Ghost system is a subtle immobiliser that connects to the vehicle CAN data network and operates via the ECU, your cars brain..
The device, which is similar to a PIN code on a credit card, does not permit your car to move unless you enter the pin code sequence in up 20 presses.
There are no key fobs or LED indicators to indicate its location.
The Ghost Immobiliser is virtually invisible to anyone who comes into your vehicle because it does not utilize LED indicators or key fobs. The system utilizes existing buttons such as the centre console and door buttons as well as the steering wheel to create an individual, custom-changeable pin code sequence that needs to be entered before your vehicle will start. The system can be configured to require as many as 20 presses before the engine can turn on, making it nearly impossible for thieves or cloners to hack into your vehicle.
Modern car thieves can use professional diagnostic tools to detect what security systems are in vehicles, however the Ghost does not transmit any signals like the conventional systems do. Criminals can determine the kind of security device installed in your car using sophisticated scanners for RF as well as code-grabbing and relay attack techniques. This allows them to alter the alarm or immobiliser circuits to disable the system and steal your vehicle.
The Ghost is different from other immobilisers that are available on the market because it is integrated directly into the CAN data network of your vehicle or van which makes it virtually impossible to break. The system is also compatible with a number of modern vehicles that don't have built in keyfob security. It will also work in all electric vehicles and will even stop the vehicle from going into "service valet mode".
When installed by our highly qualified engineers, TASSA will verify the installation to make sure it is safe and in compliance with the standards. TASSA is a company which improves and maintains standards in the field of automotive security. They ensure that all of their approved installers are DBS checked and are fully trained certified, insured and insured for Ghost installation. You will also receive your Ghost emergency card, installation certification and owner's guides. Your insurance premiums will be significantly reduced. This is due to the fact that your vehicle will be less likely to be stolen, and it will be much easier for your insurers to recover.
No Circuit Cuts
The Ghost is a CAN bus immobiliser which safeguards your car more than anything else. Unlike other aftermarket car security devices, this one isn't connected to key fobs or LEDs and works by communicating directly with the vehicle's CAN system. It then blocks the ECU and stop the engine from starting until a specific PIN has been entered via the vehicle's dash or steering-wheel buttons (brand dependent). This means that it is impossible for criminals to hack into the system using relay attacks or other methods and can't simply be disabled by pressing several buttons as with some older systems.
The system also has the Service and Valet mode that is activated when the vehicle is in the garage to service or valet parking. The vehicle can be started for a short period while working without having to use the pin code or hand over keys. It will then stop itself when you have returned the vehicle.
The Ghost is a safer choice for classic, sports or prestige automobiles that must be isolated from the battery when they are parked for long periods. It's also not detected by modern scans using RF and code-grabbing technology, making it extremely difficult for thieves to steal or hack.
If you are looking for a complete package of vehicle security that will not only safeguard against key cloning but also track your vehicle in the event that it is stolen, then we recommend one of our S7 tracking systems. They work seamlessly with Ghost to provide you with peace of peace of. All installations are performed by an approved installer from TASSA who is fully qualified and insured. They are also experienced and knowledgeable. You'll also receive an emergency card for Ghost as well as owner's manuals and installation certification.
Please contact us to get an estimate and book if you are interested in having a Ghost installed on your vehicle. Making an advance booking is generally faster than waiting until the last minute, when we're extremely busy. We will always do our best to get you in as soon as we can.
No RF Scanning
Many thieves of cars use sophisticated equipment to copy keys and steal vehicles. These devices are readily available on the internet and require very little skill to operate. The Ghost immobiliser cannot be detected by these devices since it doesn't depend on RF scanning.
Instead, the system utilizes the buttons in your car to create an individual pin code push sequence. This is accomplished by using the buttons that are already on your steering wheel or door panels, or on your central console. It's also a switchable number, not a pin like a remote fob making it difficult to hack.
This makes the Autowatch Ghost very secure and incredibly hassle free to use. It doesn't require the use of a smartphone, but it can be utilized with a small waterproof tag or an Apple or Android App (sold separately). You can simply switch into service mode with your mobile device, drive away and then return the car to valet mode & disable your phone. This is perfect for classic cars as well as prestige vehicles which are often taken to garages owned by dealers.
Brand-dependent, these CANBUS immobilisers are compatible with other security devices like alarms or trackers. This allows users to decide if they wish to put their alarm or tracker over the immobilisers on the CAN bus. This is especially useful when you have a Thatcham-approved Tracker installed, as the tracker will be activated before Ghost is activated.
The CANBUS immobilisers utilize the cars CAN data bus to block the codes that could be transmitted to the ECU and BCM controllers by the original remote keys which hinders them from starting the car or activating the engine. These systems can also be used to add an additional layer of security for vehicles with factory remote controls (Brand dependent) and provide additional protection for electric cars and keys-less entry vehicles.
If you are looking for an upgrade in security for your BMW then the Autowatch Ghost is an ideal solution. It is completely hidden inside the wiring, making it virtually impossible to spot. It does not use any LED indicators or keys-fobs, which can prevent any criminal from noticing its presence.
No Electronics to Detected
As a top Thatcham installer we install a new, revolutionary product manufactured by Autowatch called the Ghost Immobiliser. It blocks Keyless Entry theft or cloning that is increasing in modern vehicles. It is a covert system that does not use LED indications or key fobs. It uses the factory buttons inside your car to create an unique pin code push sequence. This is needed to start or move the vehicle. The car won't move or start unless this sequence is entered correctly. Many insurance companies now require this device to be installed as standard, and it can often result in a reduction of monthly costs.
It is not necessary to cut any wires to connect it, since it connects to the CAN bus, and functions through the ECU. The unit cannot be detected with the diagnostic tools that high-tech thieves employ and there is no way to detect the what is a ghost immobiliser distinctive clicking sound of a conventional relay as on a more conventional security device. The Ghost Immobiliser can be programmed into an operating mode that allows your vehicle can be started and driven without the need for a PIN code - this is useful for when you take it to the garage, or for valet parking services etc. The PIN code can be changed at any time to provide additional security.
The Ghost II is TASSA approved which means it's only available through fully certified installers. This offers a higher level of protection and also means that the Engineer who installs it is thoroughly DBS verified, trained and insured.
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