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Ghost Immobiliser 2
Protects your vehicle against key cloning and prevents thieves from driving the vehicle using original keys. Our most recent immobiliser is connected to the CAN data network in your vehicle and a unique PIN has to be entered in order to start the engine.
Ghost unlike trackers, doesn't emit radio frequency signals, and therefore cannot be detected by diagnostic tools. There are also no indicators in the form of LEDs or buttons that give away its presence within your van or car.
Anti-key Cloning
The Ghost immobiliser was created to prevent key cloning. This device is connected to your vehicle's CAN data network and creates an unique pin code using the factory buttons on your dashboard and steering. This prevents the thief from being able to start your car. If the incorrect PIN code is entered, your engine will not be started and it will be impossible for them to escape with your pride and joy.
Ghost immobilisers are new technology that is extremely difficult for thieves to defeat. The ghost immobiliser, unlike physical deterrents like wheel locks or steering locks that are able to be cut, is a discreet electronic device. It isn't recognized by thieves as it does not emit radio signals and functions in a quiet manner.
The next generation of immobilisers are able to protect your car from a range of threats like keys that are duplicated, key-hacking, and even relay attacks. It can also stop thieves from stealing keys or replacing your ECU as it won't allow them to start the vehicle without entering the correct PIN code.
Unlike other immobilisers, the ghost immobiliser 2 does NOT require a remote or key fobs in order to operate. It is able to be deactivated by the driver's smartphone using a simple app. This is ideal for those occasions when you need to hand your car over for valet parking or servicing without the key fobs.
The Autowatch Ghost-II is the latest version of our groundbreaking ghost immobiliser. It is designed to be as easy and user-friendly as is possible, yet remains as secure as ever. This is achieved by integrating the Ghost-II into the vehicle's data network CAN, which means there are no wires to hide or be easily located. It also has an inbuilt feature that lets you to disarm your Ghost-II by connecting to the vehicle's Bluetooth and you'll be able to get in and drive, with no hassle.
OBD port hacking
OBD port hacking is the newest method employed by professional car thieves to steal vehicles. Thieves have access to your vehicle's OBD using an laptop, mobile application, and a few cables that can be bought online for less than PS50. Once they have access to your vehicle's OBD port, they are able to do whatever they like, from resetting fault codes and tuning your car to stealing your pride and joy in less than a minute.
If you have a Ghost immobiliser, it can stop your car being stolen using this method, by needing an unique PIN code sequence is entered into your key fob in order to start the engine and drive away. It communicates with the vehicle's ECU (Engine Control Unit), using the CAN Data Circuit. This is completely undetectable by any RF scanning technology or code grabbing. It also includes a Service/Valet mode that will allow your vehicle to start without the need for a PIN code.
You will also need a cable with OBD pins that are connected to the CAN bus. These cables are available on eBay and Amazon for around P50. You'll also require a cable with OBD pins connected to the CAN Bus. These cables can be bought on Amazon/Ebay around PS50. The cable must be connected to the wiring harness of your car, for example the radio wiring harness.
Once the hacker gains access to the OBD port on your vehicle, they can send diagnostics to the system using high baud rates which can cause a crash to the car's CAN, and prevent the systems from working. This could cause the engine to stop and doors to lock, or even the brakes to be engaged.
No additional remotes or key fobs are required.
The car immobiliser is a great piece of anti-theft technology that is utilized by millions of modern cars across the globe. An aftermarket immobiliser safeguards your vehicle with engine ECU software that prevents cars from starting if the transponder is false.
It is possible for thieves to know the code to deactivate an immobiliser, to bypass it. The battery in most key fobs is easily removed by prying it open, so a thief can employ a simple tool remove the immobiliser's internal circuit board and replace it with the blank. Then, they will be able to start your car.
With the TASSA approved Ghost 2 immobiliser, there are no remotes or keys to be purchased. The immobiliser connects directly to the vehicle's ECU (Engine Control Unit). This is done through a discrete, silent data loop in the CAN which cannot be detected by diagnostic tools such as those used by high-tech thieves. It does not also use a traditional key-fob with LED indicators, which means it can go undetected in plain sight.
There will be occasions where you have to disable Autowatch Ghost 2's automatic protection, for example during a valet parking or service work. The ghost CAN immobiliser has a special mode for this, called 'Service Mode' which can be activated with just a push of the button on your phone. The car is still operable however the maximum speed is restricted to 36mph.
If you'd like to learn more about the TASSA accredited ghost immobiliser, call us today to arrange an appointment in our workshop. A member of our team will run through the entire process of how the system works and will provide you with owner's manuals, installation certificate, Ghost 2 emergency card and a security guarantee.
Simple process to change the PIN code
Ghost is the latest generation of device that locks your vehicle without cutting wires or installing aftermarket key fobs. It is directly connected to the vehicle's CAN data network and a personal PIN code is programmed in it by pressing buttons on your steering wheel and dash. The system stops engine start and can't be bypassed because there are no RF signals emitted from the device. This makes it impossible to detect by sophisticated scans of RF and code-grabbing techniques that are used by modern thieves.
The PIN code sequence can be changed whenever you want to lock out previous drivers and even includes an override option in the event of a sequence that is not remembered. During installation, the installer will demonstrate how to install ghost immobiliser to accomplish this. The system also includes the option of a valet mode that can be used to temporarily disable the pin input sequence to allow your garage or mechanic can fix the car without having to know the pin code. This is a great choice for those who do not wish their pin sequence to be divulged, but wish to leave their car with valet parking or service.
Ghost is an unobtrusive system that utilizes the buttons on your vehicle to create a unique and interchangeable PIN sequence. This sequence is entered via the app on your smartphone. No additional LED indicators are thrown, and your car is protected without possibility of being disabled.
Every vehicle is tested
Contrary to key fobs which require you to press buttons on them, a ghost immobiliser is hidden under the dash or steering wheel so that you don't even know it's even there. The device is connected to the vehicle's CAN data network and a personalised PIN code is programmed into it using existing buttons on your car. The system won't allow your car to start until the code is entered. This means that thieves can't duplicate your keys or access the OBD port to hack into your vehicle.
ghost immobiliser fitter is a great option for all vehicles that use electric vehicles motorhomes, vans, and bicycles. Ghost is also extremely flexible and can be set to deactivate in various situations. It is possible to program it to enter Valet mode, for example when the vehicle is taken to a valet service or parking company. This allows you to drive within a 30mph speed limit, and the ghost immobiliser will start to activate itself when your vehicle is returned to your possession.
Another excellent feature is that the device can be reset to your personalised PIN at any time. This is a great option if you forget the code or if the device becomes unusable.
It's also important to note that the device is completely inaccessible to those who aren't familiar with it. It works by running through the buttons that are already on the dashboard of your car and on the steering wheel and uses the data they transmit to determine the buttons that have been activated. This makes it a completely secure and reliable security system that can't be tampered with by jamming, RF scanning, or door lock pick sets.