How to Charge an ETC Device?
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ETC charging methods are: 1. Solar-powered, no charging required; 2. Battery-powered, visit the service location for staff assistance; 3. Car charger, simply plug the charger into the cigarette lighter socket to charge. The ETC sensor is installed on the interior of the car's front windshield, secured by a small circular plastic suction cup. If the ETC device runs out of power, it will not be recognized, and the electronic tag can be removed. Above the ETC lane, there is a signal communication device, and ahead, there is a license plate recognition system. If the system detects any inconsistency between the ETC electronic tag and the vehicle's registration information, it will not function.
I always keep my car running, and the ETC device is actually powered by connecting to the car's cigarette lighter or directly wired to the battery, so there's no need to charge it manually. When it was first installed, the staff connected it to the cigarette lighter socket, so the device automatically powers on and works as soon as the car starts, and the toll fee is deducted swiftly at the toll booth. If the device has a built-in battery, it might come with a small solar panel, installed on the windshield to charge via sunlight, which is quite convenient. Just be careful not to cover it with anything, or it might not charge properly. If the device suddenly stops beeping or the indicator light doesn’t turn on, the battery might be aging, and you’ll need to visit an ETC service center to replace the battery or get it repaired. Remember to check the device connection during regular car maintenance to avoid malfunctions on the road—otherwise, you’ll have to manually pull out your card at the toll booth, which is a hassle. In short, it’s as simple as having a phone charger in your car—just plug and forget.
