For optimal LPR read rates, we recommend the following:

  1. Placement of the LPR camera in the middle of the lane if possible (behind a height disclaimer sign for example).
  2. If the camera must be on the side of the lane, no more than 45 degree angles both vertically and horizontally. Diagrams below. The height of the camera should be no more than 10 feet, ideally 8’. But it needs to be at least 3’.
  3. A distance of 26 feet between the gate and the LPR camera.
  4. Vehicles need to be straight not turning, so avoid pointing the camera inside a turn raduis.

Angles are more important than distance, but the whole car needs to be visible to the LPR camera.

To be extra sure please park a car in the lane and take a picture from where you want to put the camera and we will tell you if it is a good vantage point.