Can the ETC device still be used if it falls off and is reinstalled?

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No, it cannot be used. The ETC device will become invalid if it is removed by itself because the ETC device has an anti-tamper function. There is a small switch on the back of the ETC electronic tag. As soon as it is peeled off from the windshield, the internal switch will automatically close. Therefore, you must bring the vehicle's registration certificate to the ETC service provider to reactivate it. ETC Billing Principle: There will be one or more ETC lanes on the highway. Through the dedicated short-range microwave communication between the vehicle-mounted electronic tag installed on the windshield and the microwave antenna in the ETC lane of the toll station, the computer network technology is used to settle the account with the bank, achieving the purpose of vehicles not needing to stop at the toll station to pay the toll. All of this is based on the principle of passing first and deducting fees later. The ETC card is inserted into the ETC device, and the ETC installation position is generally 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. The appropriate installation position is at a height of no less than 1.2 meters and no more than 2.5 meters, and the installation angle should be between 30 and 90 degrees. For vehicles with factory-installed or aftermarket-installed anti-explosion film, it will affect the signal transmission of the microwave communication link, so it should be installed in the microwave skylight zone. Benefits of Installing ETC: Save time: Eliminates the hassle of waiting in line; Green and environmentally friendly: Green and low-carbon, vehicles pass through the toll station without stopping, reducing noise and exhaust emissions and reducing pollution; Save wear and tear: Saves costs, reduces the frequency of vehicle starts and brakes, and reduces wear and fuel consumption; Improve efficiency: The efficiency of passing through the ETC lane can theoretically be increased by 2-3 times, making traditional ETC newer, faster, and more high-tech. Compared to license plate payment, ETC technology is more mature and has more advantages. More policy support: The State Council clearly stated in the "13th Five-Year Plan for the Development of a Modern Comprehensive Transportation System" that "by 2020, the interconnection of transportation cards in key urban agglomerations will be basically realized, and the proportion of vehicles equipped with ETC will be significantly increased," and clearly stated in the main indicators of comprehensive transportation development during the "13th Five-Year Plan" that "by 2020, the ETC usage rate of road passenger vehicles will reach 50%." More future possibilities: In addition to continuously improving the convenience of ETC installation and usage and the usage rate of ETC passenger vehicles, the future will also promote the use of ETC for trucks and explore the deep integration of the ETC system with the development direction of smart transportation such as vehicle-to-vehicle communication and vehicle-road coordination, providing car owners with comprehensive travel services. This means that more application scenarios will support ETC applications. Precautions for Installing ETC: Do not block the line of sight. It is best to install it behind the rearview mirror: Many car models have a large tilt angle of the windshield, resulting in a smaller field of vision for the driver. If this is not considered when installing the ETC, it will increase the driver's blind spot. Install it behind the rearview mirror on the right side to avoid blocking the line of sight. Do not affect charging: The ETC electronic tag consumes power, but generally does not need to be charged or have its battery replaced because there is a solar panel on its back that can charge itself. Therefore, when installing, avoid the black area on the windshield and do not install it in a position that easily blocks the solar panel. Do not remove it randomly once installed: The button in the middle of the adhesive is an anti-removal guide rod, which is connected to a switch below. After the electronic tag is installed, the windshield will press the anti-removal guide rod in. If it is removed randomly, the anti-removal guide rod will pop out and trigger the switch, and the electronic tag will be locked and cannot be used. You will need to go to the ETC service point to unlock it. This is to prevent multiple vehicles from sharing one device. Precautions for Using ETC: The ETC transaction sensing area is 8 meters. To prevent the ETC device of the vehicle in front from malfunctioning, keep a distance of more than 10 meters from the vehicle in front to avoid automatically sensing and paying for the vehicle in front. The speed limit for passing through the ETC lane is 20 kilometers per hour. If the speed is too fast, the vehicle's device information cannot be read, which will result in a failed deduction. When using a debit card to bind ETC, insufficient balance will also result in a failed deduction.