How to Place a Battery Operated GPS Tracker

Total Time: 15 minutes

Supplies Needed:

• Battery-powered GPS Tracker
• Your Vehicle
• Magnetic case (optional)

Tools:

• No tools needed

Charge Your GPS Tracker

Start with a fresh overnight charge.

The most important thing to remember when installing your  battery-powered GPS tracker - make sure it is easily accessible, because you will need to regularly retrieve your tracker to recharge the battery. Most customers need to recharge weekly. Sometimes less often, with lighter use.

Choose a Place in Your Vehicle

If you have a magnetic case accessory, affixing to the bottom of the vehicle is possible.

Here are some suitable places for a battery-powered GPS tracker in a vehicle: Atop the dashboard, underneath the rear window, inside a seat pocket, inside a tissue box.

Places to Avoid: The glove box, under the hood, in the trunk, on the roof. Anywhere too exposed to theft, or surrounded by too much fo the car's metal frame, can interfere with the GPS signal.

Test Drive

With the tracker in place, take your vehicle for a drive, in order to build up some data.

After the drive, login to your GPS platform and confirm that you are receiving the route tracking you expect. If not, choose another location on the car, and test drive again.

Set Yourself an Alert in the Platform

Most customers need to recharge a battery-operated GPS tracker weekly. Set a reminder in your calendar to retrieve the GPS tracker from the car and recharge it overnight to full capacity.

By following these steps, you'll ensure your battery-powered GPS tracker is well-placed and functioning optimally. Remember, consistent charging and checking the device's position can make a significant difference in the quality of your tracking data.

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