Protect Your Pride And Joy With The Ghost Immobiliser
Ghost Immobiliser will safeguard your prized possession from theft. It's discreet and doesn't require additional key fobs in order to operate.
The device makes use of buttons on your vehicle (steering wheels, door panels and centre console) to create a unique pin code sequence that can be changed up to 20 times. This will then allow the vehicle to start.
Simple process to change the PIN code
With the rising rate of vehicle theft, many owners are looking to upgrade their security. There are a variety of aftermarket security devices available including tracking systems, alarms and immobilisers. However, not all of them are equally effective at protecting your car. While a tracking system may help you find your vehicle in the event of theft, it can not stop the crime from happening in the first instance. Immobilisers, however, do exactly what they say on the tin: they shut off your car's engine so that it isn't able to be started. The Autowatch Ghost is one of the most advanced options available, making it virtually impossible for thieves steal your car.
The ghost device makes use of the buttons on your car to create a unique sequence which must be entered in order for the engine to begin. This can be done using the window, heater or indicator stalk buttons. Additionally, there is also an app for mobile devices that can act as an emergency PIN code override, allowing the driver to operate the car without the button sequence. This feature is particularly beneficial if you have to surrender your car for valet parking or servicing because the immobiliser will still be activated, but not disabled.
The Ghost is a unique and innovative device which works in conjunction with buttons in your vehicle rather than as a separate unit. It's not just an effective deterrent for vehicle theft however, it can be used on future vehicles you may own. This makes it a much better investment than a conventional wheel lock.
Weatherproof tiny device
The Autowatch ghost immobiliser is an advanced security system that guards your pride and joy against key cloning, hacking and ECU swapping. It's a weatherproof, tiny device that connects directly to your vehicle's ECU via the CAN data bus to shut down the engine. It can be installed in the vehicle without any wiring and has been thoroughly tested to ensure compatibility with all vehicles. It is also immune to jamming devices, which are a common method used by car thieves to get around immobilisers.
The advantage of CAN data over traditional systems is that they operate silently. It isn't detected by sophisticated RF scanning and code-grabbing technology, nor can it be identified by conventional diagnostic tools. The Autowatch Ghost does not employ LED indicators and instead uses buttons in your vehicle, such as the steering wheel, the centre console, or door panels, to create a an unique sequence of disarming. You can make this sequence as long as 20 presses for added security. The iPhone app allows only one connection, with an individual pairing code for the Ghost. All communication between the two devices is secured.
The Ghost also prevents car thieves from using a new key or replacing the ECU to bypass the immobiliser and start the engine. The engine will only start if a valid PIN code is entered. It is also possible to put it in valet/service mode to allow for temporary operation (with specified parameters, such as a 30mph speed limit) so that you can transfer your vehicle to a valet service or for servicing without the need to enter a PIN code.
Tested for each vehicle
The Autowatch Ghost is the first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser that connects to the wiring of your vehicle and connects to your engine control unit (ECU). The device detects electronic signals to block the system of your vehicle from running its normal initialization process until you enter a custom passcode. The system can be turned on or off via your smartphone's app without the need for extra wires.
The factory-installed immobilisers function by using a transponder, which is built into the key. It transmits a message to the ECU. If the correct code is transmitted, the car will start, but if a transponder is replaced by one from another vehicle the immobiliser cannot recognize it. This makes it possible for the vehicle to be started and stolen. A South African company that is at the forefront of vehicle safety systems technology created the Ghost immobiliser. It safeguards your car from key cloning, hacking and even key theft. Only by physically towing your vehicle away can thieves take it away and not be able to drive it.
Ghost makes use of buttons in your vehicle, like the indicator stalk, the steering wheel, and door panels, to generate a unique PIN code which must be entered to use your vehicle. It does this without additional hardware, like key fobs. It can take up to 20 presses. It is also unrecognizable to diagnostic equipment and doesn't transmit radio frequency signals, so thieves are not able to make use of sophisticated RF scanning or code-grabbing technology to discover that a security system has been installed.
In contrast to the physical devices that prevent theft, such as clamps or wheel locks Ghost is hidden within the vehicle, so it cannot be taken away or disabled by thieves. It is even more difficult to get rid of from a car alarm which requires disarming using an action sequence. This makes it a great complement to a GPS tracking device, which can be used to locate your vehicle after it's been stolen.
Emergency PIN code override
You don't have to go far on social media to find stories or even videos of vehicles that were stolen by car thieves employing the most advanced technology tools available to them. This includes key-cloning and hacking devices that allow you to start your car without the original key fobs.
The Ghost immobiliser was specifically designed to prevent this and provide you with an additional layer of security in order to keep your vehicle from being targeted by thieves. It is created by creating an individual pin code sequence that is triggered by your buttons on the steering wheel, door panel and the centre console. This unique PIN has to be entered in conjunction with your original key fob to prevent the vehicle from beginning. The unique override pin can be found on the black card you will receive after installation. It's easy to remember since there are no LED indicators.
The device is hidden within the wiring of the vehicle and doesn't emit radio signals. This means it can't be detected using diagnostic software that can determine the security system you have installed. This makes it a fantastic alternative to a tracking device.
Unlike other security systems, that rely on a relay located in the engine bay, these CANBUS immobilisers communicate via CAN databus (brand dependent) with the ECU and BCM of the vehicle. This allows them to disable the vehicle completely by sending a digital block of commands to both the ECU and the engine.
It is also possible to connect a separate analog immobiliser, alarm, or tracker to these systems, but this has to be specified before installing the device. They also work with valet/service modes and is a great alternative to a tracker device when you take your car into the dealer for repairs to an electrical issue.
Service/Valet Mode
In recent times, there has been an increase in vehicles being stolen with the owners' keys. With the ease of access to key cloning equipment & door lock pick sets, it is now easier than ever for thieves to steal your prized possessions. To prevent this from happening, we are now offering the Autowatch Ghost immobiliser that prevents your vehicle from being driven even if your keys were cloned or your vehicle has been hijacked.
It directly communicates with your car's ECU (Engine Control Unit) through the CAN data loop. It is completely silent, because it does not utilize radio frequencies or key fobs. It cannot be detected using diagnostics or any other hacking device. It also stops you from introducing an ECU or key to circumvent the system, as only the PIN code allows the engine to be started.
The device is hidden in your car and can be accessible via buttons on your steering wheel, the centre console and door panels. Before you can begin your car, you must enter a unique and changeable PIN code that can be as long as 20 numbers.
This is the first aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser for the market that was developed. It can prevent your vehicle from being driven or even started if you don't enter a PIN code before entering. If the device is armed and you attempt to drive away, it will display a warning on your dash, which will flash continuously for about 300m. If you type in your PIN code during this time, it will disarm the anti-hijack and your car will continue to operate as normal. If you do not enter your PIN in this moment the indicator will continue to flash and will require a new PIN each time you attempt to start your car.