Installation tips and pictures for companies installing GPS tracking systems

Installation Tips

In situations where customers need assistance with the installation of their GPS vehicle tracking system, GPS Fleet Solutions can provide installation services through our network of installation providers or by contacting a local qualified vendor. This allows GPS Fleet Solutions to support customers in almost every part of the United States and Canada.

With stores, affiliates and contractors across the United States, our installation providers are able to install our GPS vehicle tracking technology at their location or yours. This enables us to support local, regional or national customer. Our regional installation partner is IG Installation Services, which is our most recommended service provider. Most installations receive a limited warranty from the installation provider in conjunction with the manufacturers one year limited product warranty.

Installation Tips:

Always follow the manufacturers instructions. These instructions do not supercede the manufacturers instructions.
Inventory all parts on receipt. Check for damage or missing components.
Always use a 5-amp in-line fuse to protect the unit from damage and prevent damage not covered by warranty.
Install real-time units as quickly as possible. Real-time billing starts within 3-days of the units being delivered.
Use Torque Seal on connections to identify tampering issues.
Don't use wire nuts without Torque Seal, they are too easy to disconnect. Instead use the blue connectors that crimp into the wires.
Always use a multi-meter.
Make sure wires are not pinched or repeatedly closed on doors.
Do not place the antenna in the arc of the wipers or behind tinting that may have metal in it.
Install vehicle unit on passenger side of vehicle away from feet. The best location is behind the radio or near the steering column.
Make sure vehicle unit gets constant 12v power even when the ignition is off by testing with a multi-meter. Watch the power when the vehicle is started and shut down. Some power leads can loose all power during starting which will cause problems with the GPS systems. It should not dip below 9 volts.
Make sure you have a good ground secured with a screw and Torque Seal.
If using switched power test, test the power as the switch is turned on and off.
>Fuse taps are a fast and easy way to get power from the fuse panel.
Do not block or cover the GPS antenna with metal.
The optimum location for the radio and GPS antenna is on the roof of the vehicle.
The Covert and GPS antenna are directional; make sure they are facing up and laying as flat as possible. Secure them in place with glue, velcro or zip ties.
Secure antennas placed inside the dash so they don't shift at a later time and create a communication issue.
Make sure the vehicle unit is operating correctly before closing up the dash. Check lights, tones, on-line display or sample data depending on system.
Never tap into wires that may impact the safety of the vehicle such as an airbag wire. Power from a radio or cigarette lighter are generally good options.
If in doubt contact a professional installation provider like Circuit City's Road Shop or a car alarm installer. Damage caused by incorrect installation will result in the customer having to purchase a new vehicle unit.