Advanced Networking for Public Transit
USAT Solutions Brief | The Connected Bus
Business Needs
Upgrading Fleet Networking Solutions
Many transit agencies are operating with legacy Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) and Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) systems built on analog radio networks. Sometimes they own the radio towers, other times they lease them, but in both situations their are high costs associated with expanding and upgrading outdated technologies. Ultimately many transit agencies are in need of a full overhaul to more reliable, cost-effective, and modern communications solutions. They need solutions capable of advancing with the times and delivering the strong connections and real-time data they need.
USAT delivers public safety agencies the end-to-end communications solutions they need to support their mission-critical fixed and mobile operations.
Solution Provided
Purpose-Built Cellular Networking Hardware
To connect all their internal and external systems and devices, public transit agencies need the rugged, secure, and reliable data communications infrastructure the team at USAT is uniquely equipped to provide. Our expert team provisions and installs purpose built cellular router and antenna kits within each and every one of your fleet vehicles. The solutions we deliver utilize equipment from only the most trusted manufacturing partners like Digi International and Mobile Mark.
Ruggedized Mobile Routers
Digi TX64 LTE-A Cellular Router
Ideal for challenging public transit environments, Digi TX64 is a dual cellular LTE-A and LTE-A Pro router with true enterprise class routing, security, firewall and integrated VPN. It offers a flexible interface design with an integrated Wi-Fi access point, USB, serial and 4-port Ethernet switch, as well as a variety of configuration options including GNSS and Bluetooth®. Internet access for riders is securely managed without impact to onboard bus systems.
Triple carrier aggregation on each cellular interface can be combined to deliver up to 1.2 Gbps to passengers. Onboard systems retain priority and any remaining bandwidth is made available to Internet traffic. Dual cellular and dual Wi-Fi modules provide true segmented traffic flow of private and public data for fare collection, CAD and AVL data, camera log backhaul, and passenger Wi-Fi access.
Secure Device Management
Digi Remote Manager®
Digi Remote Manager® (Digi RM) is the technology platform that brings networks to the next level, allowing networks — and the people who manage them — to work smarter. It transforms a multitude of dispersed mobile IoT devices into a dynamic, intelligent network. You can also easily extend your network at scale with bi-directional, open integration and add intelligence to the edge with custom code, APIs and scripts. All the while, its’ software-defined security diligently safeguards your Digi ecosystem.
Rugged Multi-Band Antennas
Mobile Mark LTM900 Series Vehicle Antennas
To boost the WiFi range, cellular coverage, and GPS accuracy of each Digi router we recommend a pairing of two Mobile Mark LTM series antennas (also available in 5G ready variants). Within just two low profile LTM series units (the LTMG944 and LTMG942) their are 15 different elements; 8 cellular, 6 WiFi, and a single GNSS. Along with the TX64 both antennas provide each vehicle with two 4x4 MiMo cellular, 4x4 Wi-Fi WAN, 2x2 Wi-Fi AP, and GPS Glonass. LTM900 series antennas are rugged built to MIL-STD-810G specs and after proper mounting by one of our on-site install technicians have an IP67 rating.
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Why Choose USAT?
For the last 25 years USAT has provided expert IoT connectivity solutions to public and private transit agencies. We support all aspects of your mission-critical mobile connectivity projects. We engineer and provide solutions utilizing only top-tier cellular equipment from the most trusted manufacturers worldwide.
Our DevProv+ services team configures, provisions, kits and ships your devices hot and ready for immediate use. And our installation teams ensure your devices are functioning securely, reliably, and at peak performance.
Reach out to USAT today to rapidly deploy solutions that meet your cellular communications needs:
- Give Us a Call: (919) 942-4214
- Send Us an Email: [email protected]
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