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14 Misconceptions Commonly Held About Bmw Ghost Immobiliser

 Protect Your Vehicle With a Ghost Immobiliser It is only logical to protect our vehicles, since they are an expression of pride and happiness. The Autowatch Ghost is a discrete vehicle immobiliser which connects to your vehicles CAN data network. It is controlled by 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 until you enter the pin code in a sequence of up 20 presses. No Key Fobs or LED Indicators to Give Away Its Location The Ghost Immobiliser is virtually invisible to anyone entering your vehicle because it does not use LED indicators or key fobs. The system uses buttons that are already in use, such as the centre console or the steering wheel to create a unique, changeable pin code sequence that must be entered before the car starts. The system can be programmed to require up 20 presses before the engine can begin to turn on which makes it virtually impossible for criminals or cloners to hack into your car. Modern car thieves can employ professional diagnostic tools to detect what security systems are installed in vehicles, however the Ghost does not transmit signals as conventional systems do. Utilizing sophisticated RF scanning, code-grabbing technology and relay attack techniques, criminals can identify what kind of security equipment is installed in your vehicle. This will allow them to modify the alarm or immobiliser circuits to disable the system and steal your vehicle. Contrary to other immobilisers available on the market, the Ghost is integrated into your vehicle's CAN data network so it is virtually impossible to hack and bypass. The system is compatible with newer cars that don't have key fob security. It is also used in electric cars and can prevent the car from entering an service valet mode. After installation by our fully trained engineers, TASSA will verify the installation to ensure that it is safe and up to standard. TASSA is an organisation which maintains and improves standards in the automotive security industry. It also ensures that all their approved installers have passed DBS checks and are fully certified, insured and trained to install the Ghost. You will also receive your Ghost emergency card, installation certificate and owner manuals. This will also make your vehicle qualified for a substantial reduction in your insurance premiums. This is because your car will be less likely be robbed and your insurers will have a better recovery process. No Circuit Cuts The Ghost is the first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser that protects your vehicle like nothing else available. It's not connected to LED indicators or key fobs, but instead communicates directly with your vehicle's CAN system. It can then block the ECU and prevent the engine from running until a unique PIN has been entered into the dash or steering wheel buttons (brand dependent). This makes it difficult for thieves to tamper with the system through relay attacks or any other means. The system comes with a Service & Valet mode that is activated when the vehicle is in a garage for servicing, or valet parking. The vehicle can be started temporarily while working without having to use the pin code or hand over keys. It will then automatically stop itself when you have returned the vehicle. This makes the Ghost more secure option for classic, sports or prestige automobiles that require battery isolation when parked for extended periods of time. It is also undetectable by modern RF scanning technology and code grabbing, making it extremely difficult for hackers or thieves to evade. If you're looking for a complete vehicle security package that is not just secure against key-cloning and hacking, but can also track your vehicle in the event of theft, we suggest you look into one of our S7 tracker systems that integrate seamlessly with Ghost to give you total peace of mind. All installations are completed by a TASSA-approved installer who is certified as well as insured and knowledgeable. You will also receive a Ghost emergency card as well as owner's manuals and installation certification. Contact us to receive a quote and book if you are interested in having a Ghost installed on your vehicle. It is often a quicker option to book ahead instead of waiting until the last minute, when we're extremely busy. We'll do our best to get you booked in the earliest time possible. No RF Scanning Many thieves use sophisticated equipment to clone car keys and steal vehicles. These systems are easily available on the internet and require very little skill to operate. These cloning devices do not make use of RF scanning to identify the Ghost immobiliser. Instead, the system uses buttons in your car to generate an unique pin code push. This is done using the buttons on your steering wheels or door panels, or centre console. It is also reversible and not a pin number like the remote key fob, which makes it very difficult to hack. The Autowatch Ghost is extremely secure and easy to use. It doesn't require a smartphone, but can be utilized with a small waterproof tag or an Apple or Android App (sold separately). ghost immobiliser for sale enter into service mode with your mobile device, then drive away and then return the car to valet mode and turn off your phone. This is perfect for classic cars and luxury vehicles that are frequently taken in for maintenance at garages owned by dealers. Brand-dependent brand-specific, these CANBUS immobilisers can be used with other external security devices, such as alarms or trackers. This allows the user to choose whether or not they would like their alarm or tracker to be the first priority over CAN bus immobilisers. This is particularly useful in the event that you have a Thatcham approved Tracker installed as the tracker can be activated prior to the Ghost is activated. The CANBUS immobilisers block the codes that were sent by the remote keys used in the initial setup to the ECUs and BCM controllers. This prevents them from activating the engine and/or starting the car. These systems can also be used to add an extra layer of security to cars with remote controls from the factory (Brand dependent) and provide additional protection for electric cars and keys-less entry vehicles. The Autowatch Ghost will provide you with a higher level of security on your BMW. It is completely hidden inside the wiring, making it virtually impossible to detect. It doesn't use LED indicators or keys-fobs, which can prevent any criminal from being able to detect its presence. There are no electronic devices to be Detected As a top Thatcham installer we install a brand new and innovative product manufactured by Autowatch called the Ghost Immobiliser. It effectively blocks Keyless Entry theft or cloning which is on the rise in modern automobiles. It is a hidden device that doesn't depend on LED indicators or key fobs. It uses the buttons that are factory-installed in your car to create a pin code push sequence that is unique to you and is required before your vehicle can be started or moved. If this sequence isn't properly entered, the car will not begin or move at all. A lot of insurance companies require this device to be installed by default and can result in a reduction of monthly cost. It doesn't require cutting of wires in order to be connected as it connects up to the CAN data bus and functions via the ECU (Engine Control Unit). The device is not able to be detected using the diagnostic tools that high-tech thieves use, and there isn't a way to detect the distinctive clicking sound of a conventional relay as on a more conventional security device. Ghost Immobilisers can be configured to a service mode, which allows your vehicle to start without the PIN code. This is helpful when taking it to a garage or valet parking service. The PIN code can be changed for additional security at anytime. The Ghost II is TASSA approved which means it is only available from fully accredited installers. This offers a high-level of protection and the Engineer who installs is fully DBS checked as well as insured and certified. Meta Trak VTS is an GPS tracker that can be hidden within your vehicle. This will give you the best level of security. This is particularly important if you leave your keys in the ignition when it's not being driven because there are many methods that can be employed to trick the driver into thinking that they are still inside the vehicle, allowing a theft to occur.

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