Autowatch Ghost II Immobiliser Review

Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is the next-generation in car security. It is invisible to thieves, and it is impossible for them to start the car without a specific pin code.

The system is based on your vehicle's CAN Data network and is inaudible and therefore cannot be detected by standard thieves' diagnostic tools or radio signals. The system doesn't require any electrical circuits to be cut.

What is a ghost immobiliser?

A Ghost Immobiliser is a gadget that helps to protect your vehicle from theft by blocking the engine from starting until you enter a unique pin code. It can be utilized on a variety of vehicles and unlike standard immobilisers, it does not require a fob or key to operate. It is also extremely difficult to bypass or hack, and works in silence. This means that a thief will have to be quick to get away without being detected.

It protects against signal jamming, spoofing and key cloning, all of which that thieves have used to unlock vehicles equipped with standard immobilisers. The device stops thieves from stealing keys by snatching them in your letterbox, or entering your home and taking the remote control. The device will stop thieves from taking your joy and pride even if they do manage to gain access to the key. It stops them from starting it until they enter the code.

Ghost immobilisers, unlike passive immobilisers, which require a fob or key to be pressed to activate them and is designed to be fully sealed within the engine. It connects directly to the data circuits of the CAN in the vehicle. The system creates the pin code by pressing buttons on the steering wheel or console, or on the door panels of your car. You will need to enter this code before your engine can begin. The system can be switched into the service mode, which allows your vehicle to start and drive for short periods of time without needing a PIN code. However, the service mode will be shut down depending on speed and time.

It is impossible to hack or bypass the system even using high-tech equipment like RF scanners or code grabbing devices. It is also impossible for a standard immobiliser to disable it because the device doesn't send an alert like a standard vehicle immobiliser does, and only is functional when connected directly to the circuit CAN.

As a result of its high-tech technology and ease of installation the ghost immobiliser has been Insurance Approved by TASSA (Tracking & Aftermarket Security System Association). We are a proud TASSA approved Ghost installer and can put the device into your vehicle for insurance purposes.

How does a Ghost Immobiliser work?

Immobilisers prevent your car from starting if the wrong key or remote is used. This is done by sending an error code from the wrong fob or key to the ECU (Engine Control Unit). The ECU won't recognize it and your car stolen with ghost immobiliser; www.nanacademy.co.kr, won't start. It is important to ensure that your car is fitted with an immobiliser by an accredited and reliable specialist.

MotorGuard is the Midlands most trusted specialist in vehicle security and installer. We provide Autowatch Ghost immobilisers to a variety of modern vehicles. You can be confident that your pride and joy will be protected from thieves who might target your vehicle.

The Autowatch Ghost is the first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser system in the world. It safeguards your vehicle from key cloning and hacking, as well as theft. It's designed to go undetected by thieves since it doesn't have LED indicators or key-fobs, and can be concealed within the wiring of your vehicle so that no extra hardware is required.

Once installed the system is connected to the CAN system in your vehicle and allows you to create a unique disarm sequence with your own PIN code which you must enter to allow you to drive the vehicle. The pin code can be up to 20 presses long, to ensure security. Should you forget your pin number, or if the button is broken, the device features an emergency pin code that can be used to reset it and allow your vehicle to begin again.

It's because the Ghost immobiliser cannot be manipulated or hacked that it's an effective deterrent for thieves. Additionally, it is also TASSA insurance approved (Tracking and Aftermarket Security Systems Association) which could lower the cost of your car insurance.

As technology advances and improve, ghost immobilisers are becoming more sophisticated. We suggest that you speak with an Autowatch Ghost fitter as quickly as you can in order to safeguard your pride and joy. If you're looking to purchase a brand new car, or are looking to upgrade your vehicle, you can count on us to provide you with quality service, so you can enjoy your pride and joy for years to be.

Is the Ghost Immobiliser compatible with my vehicle?

The Ghost is the first aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser in the world that provides total protection against modern-day vehicle theft. It protects against key hacking, cloning and ECU swapping & much more. The new TASSA verified Ghost-II systems also offers the ability to mark your vehicle and connect to the International Security Register enabling your insurance company to confirm that you have a genuine Ghost system in place.

Our Ghost Immobiliser prevents theft by needing a unique pin code is entered, or for your smartphone to have our Autowatch Application installed. It functions as a pin number for bank cards and makes it impossible for thieves to drive away with your joy and pride without entering the correct pin or phone. Our Ghost Immobiliser System integrates into the CAN Data Network, so no wire cutting is required and it operates quietly. It is unnoticeable to thieves and can't be detected by the sophisticated scanners and RF technology that other systems employ.

The Autowatch app is used to connect the Ghost to your smartphone. This lets you enter the temporary 'Service or Valet' mode that deactivates the ghost for up to 30 minutes as you give your vehicle for service or transport. Then, it is linked to your smartphone via the Autowatch app, which allows you to switch into an indefinite 'Service or Valet' mode that disables the ghost for up to 30 minutes whilst you give your vehicle to us for service or transport.

It's not a surprise that the number stolen vehicles has increased dramatically. This is due to the high level personalisation and modification that are utilized in modern vehicles as well as the fact that many of us own older vehicles. Many of them are expensive and scarce vehicles that take a long time to replace after being stolen so ensuring your car isn't in danger of becoming the next target is crucial. A Ghost immobiliser is a low-cost investment which can help keep your vehicle safe and even be used to recover it if it does become stolen.

Does a Ghost immobiliser work by cutting principle?

Ghost immobilisers stop your vehicle's engine from starting unless a second PIN is entered with your key fob. This prevents thieves from copying car keys or hacking your car's computer system. It also can make them feel more secure leaving the vehicle on its own.

Once installed, your ghost immobiliser will generate an unique pin code of up to 20 digits via the buttons on your vehicle (steering wheel, centre console or door panels) that must be entered to start your car. The code sequence has to be entered each time you drive your car similar to a PIN password on credit card. The code can be reset easily by entering a string of numbers into the Ghost app on your smartphone.

The Autowatch Ghost II CAN has two deactivation mode for valet services and valet, which allows you to temporarily start your car with no access code - like the keyfob - when it is in a garage or parked at a valet parking service. The immobiliser will reactivate automatically when the car is in a parking spot.

Contrary to other security devices on the market and in comparison to other security devices, the Ghost is totally undetectable by modern criminals since it does not have any LED indicators, and it operates silently using your vehicles CAN data network. It's also not vulnerable to the same cuts in circuits that other security devices are as it does not make use of radio signals.

This means that it can be placed in a manner that is discrete and invisible and therefore is difficult for thieves to find and identify. It's also unable to be detected by advanced scanning tools or code grabbing technologies which are often employed to identify and disable security devices.

The Ghost is a premium modern immobiliser on the CAN bus that gives first-rate protection against key cloning, relay theft and car hacking. It is simple to set up and is undetectable by thieves. It cannot be disarmed by cutting wires. This makes it a must-have for any driver looking to protect their vehicle.