Keeping passengers informed
Papercast offers a unique a real-time passenger information solution for bus stops, combining solar powered e-paper displays with a cloud-based data management platform and optional enhanced analytics to improve the accuracy of bus arrival predictions.
E-paper display
Delivering real-time passenger information using solar powered, sunlight readable, weather and vandal proof e-paper displays, with wireless connectivity
Solar power
Available in single and double kits, designed for sustained high performance and to complement the contemporary design of our e-paper displays
Management
Cloud-based content management system offers instant GTFS, GTFS RT and SIRI integration, as well as content management, monitoring and auto-diagnostics
Better ETA
Optional enhanced analytics improves the accuracy of bus arrival predictions while offering insight on real-time and historical service performance
Features at a glance
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Sunlight readable
High contrast HD e-ink displays with night time LED illumination
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Solar powered
Market leading power and data performance
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Wireless connectivity
Optimised wireless data compression and transmission
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Display options
Standard and custom display configurations
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Seamless refresh
Local content rendering and partial screen update
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Fully protected
Ruggedized IP65-rated enclosure with accelerometer
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Easy installation
Standalone ‘off-the-grid’ display, installed in hours
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Complete control
Bespoke cloud based advanced management system
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Instant integration
Simple integration supporting major open standards
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Better ETA
Optional analytics to improve data accuracy
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E-Paper Displays
Overview
Papercast e-paper displays have been engineered with leading design principles of superior user experience and exceptionally low energy consumption
Now featuring our very own advanced e-paper driver (EPD) board, the all new Papercast quad-core processor breaks new ground in power performance and offers a combination of features not found in other solutions. With a wide range of options available, configure your bus stop displays to suit your evolving needs.
Features
Solar Power Kits
Overview
The power behind the Papercast range of energy efficient e-paper bus stop displays
Papercast solar panel modules have been designed for sustained high performance and to complement the contemporary design of our e-paper displays. The kits come in two sizes depending on sunlight conditions.
The Management System
Overview
It has never been easier to get timely and accurate content to your passengers at every bus stop across your network
With Papercast’s content management system you can effortlessly provide real-time service arrivals as well as additional travel information such as service schedules, maps and timetable alterations. Offering instant GTFS, GTFS RT and SIRI integration, you can also enjoy the freedom of adding custom content apps such as local news, weather, events and tourist information.
Get Better ETA
Overview
When it comes to information, your passengers want to know EXACTLY when the next bus will arrive
Traffic congestion results in unpredictable and inconsistent journey times, especially at peak times. The question is how do you provide accurate estimated time of arrival data that reduces passenger uncertainty and increases perceived service reliability? The answer is Better ETA – an advanced analytics platform that normalises CAD/AVL data to improve the accuracy of bus arrival predictions.
Is there anything else you would like to know?
How is this the best e-paper solution available?
We recently launched our very own advanced e-paper driver (EPD) board, developed entirely in-house by Papercast engineers. The all new Papercast quad-core EPD breaks new ground in power performance and introduces unique…
How are the displays powered?
The displays have been designed and optimised to be solar powered – we use E-ink technology with power consumption that is extremely low compared to other display types. A solar panel charges a small internal battery to enable the displays…
How does the display collect its information?
The display connects to the Papercast cloud-based management system via 3G or WIFI. Designed specifically for transit agencies, our platform offers easy integration with open data standards such as GTFS and SIRI for real-time passenger…
How is the display installed?
With solar power and wireless connectivity as standard, the display can be easily installed completely ‘off-the-grid’ within hours. The displays are supplied in our innovative ruggedized IP65-rated enclosure with a secure and flexible mounting…
How are the displays protected?
The displays are supplied in our innovative ruggedized IP65-rated enclosure, made from extruded aluminium with a toughened laminated anti-vandal, anti-scratch front glass, a secure fixing mechanism and integrated accelerometer…
Does the screen work in direct sunlight?
E-paper offers phenomenal sunlight readability, in fact the brighter the day the better the image quality. In the dark, the display has an ultra-low power LED illumination edge lighting system building into the enclosure…