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1. Overview
The VAL100 is a ticket validator designed for use on-board buses, trams, trains and boats.
Designed for use in a variety of public transportation automatic fare collection systems, the VAL100
combines a multimedia ticket reader with an open architecture Linux computer to create a mobile
ticket validation solution when combined with third-party software.
The validator combines barcode and Near Field Communication (NFC) /Radio Frequency
Identification (RFID) reading functionality to provide a single point of presentation for tickets and
travel passes
– whether presented on a card, mobile phone or tablet.
The VAL100 can be connected over the internet via wired Ethernet, Wi-Fi or cellular modem.
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Robust design for long-term front-line use.
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Single point of presentation barcode/NFC/RFID
reader.
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Four Secure Access Module (SAM) card slots
(optional).
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Large, clear 480 x 272 TFT LCD colour screen,
with illumination that is adjustable in software.
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Four coloured LEDs and a programmable
speaker to confirm ticket reads.
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Unique, optimised focal distance improves card
and mobile device reading performance.
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Linux computer with a variety of peripheral
hardware allowing for integration of ticket
validation software.
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Comes with a pole mount kit for ease of
installation. This has a quick release mechanism
allowing rapid exchange of the VAL100 for ease
of maintenance.
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Can be connected to 12
–24 V feed from the
vehicle's ignition system. Operational voltage
range 10.5 to 33 V.
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Ambient light sensor adjusting the display
brightness to the ambient light conditions.
Figure 1: VAL100 on-board validator
