Choosing the best install location

Choosing the best install location

When installing your new Track My Ride GPS tracker, choosing the right location is crucial.
Below, you'll find a guide to help you find the perfect spot.

Things to consider

Location

Your GPS device wants the best view of the sky that it can.
  1. GPS signal easily passes through glass, plastic and fiberglass, however, does not pass well through metal.
  2. Unfortunately all metal blocks GPS signals (to some extent), so the more of it there is, or the thicker it is, the more the signal from the satellites is reduced until it drops out and a location can no longer be acquired. 
  3. Our GPS units feature a very sensitive internal GPS antenna which is able to acquire a GPS signal though thin/light metal however we recommend avoiding it as much as possible.

Orientation

  1. Ensure the device is correctly orientated with the sign that's marked Face this side toward sky oriented correctly


Safety

  1. Never install where the tracker might interfere with airbag deployment
  2. Keep away from areas where it could become a projectile during an accident
  3. Ensure the device cannot come in contact with water

Under the dashboard
For the best signal, place the tracker as high under the dash as possible with minimal metal above it, ideally attached to the underside of the dashboard.
Pros: minimal signal obscuring, discrete
Cons: generally requires opening up the vehicle's dash

Other locations to consider

If under the dashboard is not accessible, you may wish to try the locations below.
Warning
Please note that the locations below will reduce the unit's GPS signal. To ensure that the device is working correctly, we recommend taking the vehicle for a drive. Please reach out to our support team if you need any further assistance https://support.trackmyride.com.au/portal/en/newticket
  1. Glove department
  2. Under the steering while
  3. Engine-bay

For further information on installing, please see our install guide below

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