From 68ef0b88fb3784bdddae1a28e2cb1db95ea7a36b Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001
From: Josh Hawkins <32435876+hawkeye217@users.noreply.github.com>
Date: Wed, 7 May 2025 14:50:15 -0500
Subject: [PATCH] lpr faq

---
 docs/docs/configuration/license_plate_recognition.md | 4 ++++
 1 file changed, 4 insertions(+)

diff --git a/docs/docs/configuration/license_plate_recognition.md b/docs/docs/configuration/license_plate_recognition.md
index 41b296a49..65f6e5442 100644
--- a/docs/docs/configuration/license_plate_recognition.md
+++ b/docs/docs/configuration/license_plate_recognition.md
@@ -366,3 +366,7 @@ This could happen if cars or motorcycles travel close to your camera's timestamp
 If you are using a model that natively detects `license_plate`, add an _object mask_ of type `license_plate` and a _motion mask_ over your text.
 
 If you are not using a model that natively detects `license_plate` or you are using dedicated LPR camera mode, only a _motion mask_ over your text is required.
+
+### I see "Error running ... model" in my logs. How can I fix this?
+
+This usually happens when your GPU is unable to compile or use one of the LPR models. Set your `device` to `CPU` and try again. GPU acceleration only provides a slight performance increase, and the models are lightweight enough to run without issue on most CPUs.