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Phase 2: Display Placement, Lane Definition, Sensor Mounting
Define the number of displays based on the natural flow of cars in the parking facility, in cooperation with
the customer. The best way to do this is by making a joint walk-through and drive-through.
Confirm any architectural considerations with the customer regarding signals, finding one's way and any
other equipment to be installed in the parking facility.
Split the parking into segments and use the lanes as a natural part of these segments.
Define the type of displays. Should they simply display an ‘arrow’ and ‘red-cross’, or should they display
space availability counts as well? It all depends on the natural flow and the customer’s requests and needs.
Determine the necessary environmental ratings of the displays in relation to the intended use and
installation. Also take into consideration the accidental ingress of water from plumbing leaks and wind-
blown rain or snow.
Decide if there should be one or more multi-level ‘Tower’ or ‘Monument’ displays installed at the entrance
to the parking structure providing a snapshot of all available spaces on each level.
What should the displays show? Several available spaces in many lanes or just local available spaces from a
single lane.
A maximum of 50 sensors and a maximum of 150 m wire in a line (branch). A maximum of 90 sensors per
generator. General rules based on 1. 5 mm
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cable.
Decide whether space-mounted vertical sensors, lane-mounted 45-degree sensors or sensors and separate
LED indicators should be used.
Determine whether the sensor must be mounted directly to the ceiling or in a tray or lowered. Always try
to select the most functional and aesthetic solution in relation to cost-effectiveness.