Can ETC be activated by oneself?
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ETC can be activated by oneself. Methods to activate ETC: Insert and remove the ETC card twice consecutively until the electronic tag screen displays "Bluetooth is on". If "Tag invalid" appears when inserting and removing twice without attaching the electronic tag, it is a normal phenomenon and does not affect activation. Alternatively, you can directly press the button on top of the electronic tag to turn on the Bluetooth function. Turn on the mobile phone's Bluetooth, open the corresponding mobile APP (usually there is a download QR code on the electronic tag), and enter the device activation interface. Click on device connection and wait patiently for the "Connection successful" prompt. After successful connection, upload a photo of the vehicle's front to complete activation. Installation positions for ETC: For small vehicles such as cars and vans, the ETC card and OBU device are installed in the upper middle part of the front windshield. For large vehicles such as trucks and buses, the installation position is in the lower middle part.
Last time I bought an ETC device online and decided to try activating it myself, as a friend said it was very simple—just scan the QR code with an app. After downloading the official software, I scanned the device's QR code, entered the license plate number and ID information, and then linked a bank card. The whole process took only ten minutes to complete, saving me the hassle of queuing at the bank—super convenient. The ETC became effective immediately after activation, allowing me to breeze through highway toll stations in seconds—the smooth experience was truly satisfying. However, be sure to input the information accurately; if even one digit is wrong, you’ll have to contact customer service to reset it, which wastes time. Nowadays, many ETC brands support self-service activation, especially for newly purchased devices. The operation barrier is low, so I recommend young people give it a try. Just master the steps, and you can efficiently complete all the settings.
As a long-term driver, I believe that self-activating ETC is completely feasible and the details are not complicated. Usually, the device comes with an activation code or APP instructions. After scanning the QR code, you input vehicle information such as the VIN and registration number, and the system automatically verifies and activates it. I've tried it several times, and with the phone connected to the internet, it only takes a few minutes to bind a payment method like a bank card and successfully activate it. The key is to ensure the device is intact and the network is stable; otherwise, it's prone to lag or failure. I recommend beginners first watch tutorials and prepare all materials before proceeding. After activation, there are many benefits: non-stop toll payment saves time and is environmentally friendly. If you encounter issues, most can be resolved online, avoiding the hassle of going to a service center, making it an efficient choice for busy people.
