What does installing ETC on highways mean?

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Highway ETC (Electronic Toll Collection) translates to electronic toll collection, which is a non-stop toll collection system. Highways are equipped with one or more ETC lanes. ETC payment method: Through dedicated microwave short-range communication between the vehicle's RFID tag installed on the windshield and the microwave antenna on the ETC lane at the toll station, combined with networked banking technology for backend settlement processing, the system allows vehicles to pass through bridge and road toll stations without stopping to pay tolls. Banks issuing such ETC express cards typically charge after usage. ETC application requirements are as follows: Provide the vehicle owner's valid ID and original and photocopied vehicle registration certificate. The photocopy of the driver's license must include the page with the most recent annual inspection stamp. Fill out a bank debit card application form, which will be used to bind the ETC card. After receiving the card, you can go to a designated bank branch to install the ETC onboard device for free, with no additional charges. Applicants must be between 18 and 60 years old and own the vehicle in their name. For company vehicles, the required documents are: An introduction letter from the vehicle owner (with official seal); photocopy of the organization code certificate or business license (with official seal); original ID of the agent; original vehicle registration certificate; and the vehicle requiring ETC installation. Here are some precautions for installing ETC: Do not obstruct the driver's view; it's best to install it behind the rearview mirror. Many car models have steeply angled windshields, 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 blocking the view. Do not interfere with charging: The ETC electronic tag consumes power but generally does not require charging or battery replacement, as it has a solar panel on the back for self-charging. Therefore, avoid installing it on the blacked-out areas of the windshield or where the solar panel might be obstructed. Once installed, do not remove it arbitrarily: The button in the middle of the adhesive is an anti-tamper lever connected to a switch. After installation, the windshield presses the lever in. If removed, the lever will pop out, triggering the switch and locking the electronic tag, rendering it unusable. You would then need to visit an ETC service point to unlock it. This mechanism prevents multiple vehicles from sharing one device.