Published 18:27 IST, November 9th 2024
GPS Tracker for your vehicle: Here are the quick steps for installation
A GPS tracker is a device used to have the location of any object, person, or vehicle. Here are quick steps to install a GPS tracker in the vehicle.
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Installing GPS tracker: A GPS tracker is a device used to have location of any object, person, or vehicle. GPS stands for Global Positioning System and works on principle of receiving signals from a network of satellites, which orbits around Earth. re are different s of GPS trackers and are used for diverse objectives. It can be used for tracking location of taxis by a fleet operator, for personal safety, or recovery of assets. Installing a GPS tracker is an easy job.
s of GPS Tracker for vehicles in market:
re are different s of GPS trackers that are available in market. Firstly, re are plug-and-play GPS trackers, battery-powered GPS trackers, Hardwired GPS trackers, and active and passive GPS trackers available for vehicles and or purposes. Mostly, car owners use a plug-and-play GPS tracker or a hardwired GPS tracker.
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Let us look at steps to install a GPS tracker in vehicle:
Step-1 Choosing right GPS tracker for car:
Plug-and-Play GPS tracker: se trackers get connected to OBD-II port of vehicle and do not need any external connection or wiring.
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Hardwired GPS tracker: se GPS trackers need more ditional struggle and y are attached to car’s electrical system.
Step-2 Tools Required:
For a Hardwired GPS tracker, following instruments are required, wire strippers, electrical tape, a screwdriver, and zip ties for mounting.
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Step-3 For installing Plug-and-Play GPS Trackers:
First, locate OBD-II port of car and it is normally present under steering wheel or dashboard. n connect GPS tracker to OBD-II port and secure it for stability so that connection does not loosen.
Step-4 For installing Hardwired GPS Tracker:
First, locate car’s ignition wires. se are present under steering wheel.
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n red wire of GPS tracker should be connected to constant power source.
black wire of GPS tracker should be connected to grounding point.
white wire should be connected to ignition switch wire. This powers up tracker when car is switched on.
All connections of tracker should be secured using electrical tape to prevent any damage through short circuits.
Step-5 Mounting of tracker:
Both s of GPS trackers must be placed at a location, which allows for good reception of GPS signals and is out of sight. re are common spots in a vehicle such as underneath seats, below dashboard, or near bumpers.
Step-6 Testing of installation:
GPS tracker should be tested and it is an important part. First, turn on car and ensure that GPS tracker turns on. Second, check signals of GPS tracker by driving vehicle under open sky and ensuring that it is receiving GPS signals. Check location of vehicle by using tracking software on smartphone.
Step-7 Final checks for wires:
In final step, ensure that all connections are secured and re are no unconsolidated connections.
18:27 IST, November 9th 2024