License Plate Recognition (LPR) technology is widely used for security, access control, and traffic monitoring. But there are many misconceptions about how it works—especially when it comes to camera resolution and software capabilities.
More Megapixels Aren’t Always Better
A common mistake when setting up an LPR system is assuming that higher-resolution cameras mean better results. In reality, a 2-megapixel (MP) camera often outperforms an 8-megapixel (MP) camera for license plate capture. Why? Because distance, angle, and lighting have a much greater impact on readability than resolution alone.
LPR Software: What It Can and Can’t Do
Another misconception is that LPR software grants access to government databases to track vehicles. That’s not how it works. Instead, LPR software:
- Captures an image of a license plate
- Converts the image into text
- Compares the plate number against a predefined list of authorized or unauthorized vehicles in your system
This makes it a powerful tool for security and access control, but it doesn’t provide personal driver information.
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