Can ETC be installed without sticking to the windshield?
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ETC can be used without being stuck to the windshield. Installing ETC on the upper part of the windshield is to minimize obstruction of the driver's view while ensuring better recognition by high-speed toll station equipment. If you don't want to install it on the windshield, place it in an open area where it can be seen through the windshield. The installation position for small vehicles is generally in the upper middle part of the front windshield, while for large trucks and buses, it is in the lower middle part. The suitable installation position should be no lower than 1.2 meters and no higher than 2.5 meters, with an installation angle between 30 to 90 degrees. For vehicles with factory-installed or aftermarket explosion-proof film, which may affect microwave communication signal transmission, it should be installed in the microwave window area. Here are the precautions for installing ETC: Do not obstruct the view; it's best to install it behind the rearview mirror: Many car models have windshields with a large rearward tilt angle, which can reduce the driver's field of vision. Installing ETC without considering this may increase blind spots. Install it behind the rearview mirror on the right side to avoid obstructing the view. Do not interfere with charging: The ETC electronic tag consumes power but generally doesn't require charging or battery replacement because it has a built-in solar panel for self-charging. Therefore, avoid installing it on the blackened areas of the windshield or positions that may block the solar panel. Do not remove it arbitrarily once installed: The button in the middle of the adhesive is an anti-tamper rod connected to a switch. Once installed, the windshield will press the anti-tamper rod in. If removed arbitrarily, the rod will pop out and trigger the switch, locking the electronic tag and rendering it unusable. You will need to visit an ETC service point to unlock it. This mechanism prevents multiple vehicles from sharing one device. Notes for using ETC: The ETC transaction sensing range is 8 meters. To prevent the ETC device of the vehicle in front from malfunctioning, maintain a distance of more than 10 meters to avoid automatic payment for the vehicle ahead. The ETC lane recognition speed is 20 km/h; driving too fast may result in failure to read vehicle information and failed payment. When using a debit card linked to ETC, insufficient balance may also cause payment failure.
