How Long Does ETC Solar Power Last?
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Typically, the solar battery of an ETC device can last for 3 years. The ETC installation process is as follows: Upon receiving the device, first check if the ETC card and the electronic tag (OBU) are damaged. Press the anti-tamper button on the back of the OBU; the red light will briefly illuminate, and the OLED screen will display "Tag Invalid" or "Please Insert Card," indicating the device is functioning normally. Clean the front windshield to ensure the surface is smooth, clean, and dry. Then, peel off the adhesive backing of the OBU and attach it to the installation position. Press firmly for 2-3 minutes to eliminate air bubbles. Insert the ETC card with the front side facing the driver and the back side facing the windshield, ensuring the chip is inserted into the OBU device. ETC Usage Precautions: The ETC transaction sensing range is 8 meters. When approaching a stationary vehicle ahead, maintain a distance of at least 10 meters to prevent automatic payment for the vehicle in front, especially if its ETC device is malfunctioning or absent. The ETC lane recognition speed is 20 km/h. Driving too fast may prevent the system from reading the vehicle's device information, leading to failed deductions. Unauthorized removal or movement of the OBU device, or if the ETC electronic tag becomes loose or detached, will render the tag invalid. In such cases, take the device to the bank where the ETC card was issued or to a highway service center for inspection. If the detachment is not due to human error, reactivation may suffice. When using a debit card linked to ETC, insufficient balance may cause deduction failures. Follow the guidance of on-site staff to proceed to a manual MTC lane and use cash or card payment. Thick car windshields may cause poor signal reception. This is particularly important for vehicles that have had their windshields replaced after accidents or those with modified front windshields.