A Common Question About GPS Tracking Devices
13
Sep
2011
The question often asked is, can I mount my GPS tracking device so that it is hidden from plain view?
The answer is yes.
Here’s a little background, GPS signal is beamed down to earth from the 24 Global Positioning Satellite System. The signal transmits on the 1575.42 band, better known as L1. These radio signals are pretty robust, they are able to penetrate and be received through materials such as wood, glass, and plastic. However, they will not penetrate metal.
That being said, a GPS device placed in a vehicle, under a dash with no metal obstructions works well. In fact, most every hardwired GPS vehicle tracker is installed this covert manner.
So how than does a GPS tracker work under a vehicle?
That’s a good question, as vehicles are comprised primarily of metal, one would expect it not to work at all. GPS signal as it is beamed down, hits the surface of the earth and gets reflected back up, basically, it bounces off the ground. A vehicle equipped with a GPS tracker attached to it’s under carriage is able to receive the bounced GPS signal.
Some people are under the impression, that GPS tracking devices can be mounted inside a vehicle’s engine compartment. This will not work, the engine compartment is one big metal box. Moreover, the heat produced by the engine may damage the electronics inside the GPS tracking device. We would not recommend this.
The portable PT-10 Professional GPS tracker, works extremely well in these conditions. Feel free to contact with any GPS questions you may have, thanks for reading our blog!
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About George Karonis
George Karonis is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of LiveViewGPS Inc., a company he established in 2008 with the vision of making real-time GPS tracking more reliable, affordable, and accessible for businesses of all sizes. Over the past two decades, he has built a reputation as an innovator in GPS tracking, fleet management, asset monitoring, and Push-to-Talk over Cellular (PTToC) communications.
Under George's leadership, LiveViewGPS has grown into a nationally recognized provider of GPS tracking solutions, serving businesses, government agencies, educational institutions, law enforcement organizations, and public works departments throughout the United States. The company's technology helps organizations improve operational efficiency, protect valuable assets, increase driver safety, and reduce operating costs through real-time location intelligence.
Before founding LiveViewGPS, George developed a background in security, surveillance, and emerging location technologies. His passion for innovation and practical problem solving has driven the development of products that combine dependable hardware with easy-to-use cloud software, giving customers actionable information when it matters most.
In 2018, George expanded into nationwide Push-to-Talk over Cellular communications by launching PeakPTT, providing businesses with rugged, instant communication solutions that operate over LTE and Wi-Fi networks. His focus has remained the same throughout his career: delivering dependable technology backed by exceptional customer service and long-term customer relationships.
George regularly writes about GPS tracking, fleet management, asset protection, business technology, and communication systems. Through this blog, he shares industry insights, practical advice, and emerging trends to help organizations make informed decisions about tracking technology and connected operations.
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