Do you think I could leave it sitting upright on the ground (just want to be notified when cars come) or do I need to mount it to something?
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I would mount it. The sensor is not perfectly flat on the bottom. Also the wind would knock it over. Mine is sensitive enough that I had to move a plant on the patio as when the wind moved the plant branches it would activate the sensor. If you are talking about the receiver it is flat on the bottom
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For best results it needs to be up so that more than the tires pass the sensor. But it would work on the ground.
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I put mine on a tree it has a hook on back although you can put on ground too
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You need to mount it to the car like a suction cup base and the RAM Arm. They have other bases other than suction cup to attach to your window.
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If it was permanently mounted you would have to park your vehicle in the correct orientation to get the signal. The unit must be pointing south, your RV would have to be facing south as well. Just set it inside when traveling and place it on the roof when you park.
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I am also looking for a mounting device, but I don't want any yhting that is permanent or that will leave sticky stuff on my dash. Have you come up with any ideas
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You would need to drill holes in order to mount it. We opted for a license plate bracket that mounts under the car so you can slide the plate up when driving and slide down when showing
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No you don't have to mount it. I would just recommend putting the heaviest bins on the bottom to anchor it down.
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I usually have this little helper laying on my car's center console, if that is what you are asking for. Otherwise use the included windshield suction cup, preferably high on the left side of the rear view mirror so it won't interfere with your field of view.
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Ditto Jerry Morris is correct. You do need a ground plane. That does not imply grounding to the car roof through the mount. The difference in performance you get when you just slap it on a large cookie sheet in the basement is significant. ;-) Did that for a bit until I had a yard of my own.
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Mount it wherever you want. It's a large plastic band like a watch or belt that you can cut the extra off once mounted. The unit doesn't swivel, so keep that in mind for where you place it.
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I just strap it to the top of the rear of a four wheeler. You may have to engineer some brackets For other applications
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I think it would be great for that when you're stationary. You'd want to remove it when you were driving though, because I don't think it would stand up to the winds, but it's VERY easy to remove and install.
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I have it in my garage it moves a tiny bit once in a while and hasn't been an issue that I thought would need to be sand bagged. It comes with strips of fabric attached to the corners so you can stake it to the ground if outside. Or maybe tie it to sand bags. If it were outside I would think it should be staked down. I will also use a tarp under it when we use it outside so the ground doesn't get it dirty or puncture. If on a tarp it would move around more. I hope this helps. If you have more questions please ask. We love it so far. I defiantly recommend it.
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You can anchor it to the ground. It stands up well to wind. Mine blows closed in high wind if I leave it up. I've had several of these things I use to park my motorcycle under each day. This one is the best so far. Very well made.I see that others are saying it doesn't do well in wind. I guess it depends on how much wind. Also, there are hols in the plate the internal support sections fasten into, and those holes are for anchoring to the ground...or whatever.
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You could mount to a tree trunk, but be certain it receives sufficient SUN* Also, it comes w/ only a top hook, so secure the bottom also so it won't tilt sideways. *http://www.batmanagement.com/Batcentral/boxinstall/install1.html
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It does not need to touch the ground. I comes with brackets for deck mounting.
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Get some velcro and strap it around the head rest or stick it to the fuzzy stuff on your back panel. That'll keep it upright for sure, small modification for less hassel ;-)
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I presume you are using while driving? Probably not the best idea if so. Regardless, tell me where you have mounted it, and at what angle are you viewing it?