What is the function of the bus payment system?

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Update time : 2024-01-09 15:17:39
What is the function of the bus payment system?
The function of the bus payment device is to provide passengers with a convenient and efficient way to pay for their bus rides. This device typically allows passengers to pay using cash, credit cards, or electronic payment methods such as contactless cards or mobile wallets.
By using the bus payment device, passengers can avoid the need to carry exact change or have a separate ticket or pass. The device also helps speed up boarding and reduces the potential for fraud or errors in ticket handling. Additionally, some bus payment devices provide information about route schedules, fares, and other relevant information to help passengers plan their trips.
The specific features and functionality of bus payment devices can vary depending on the manufacturer and the needs of the transit agency that uses them.


Shenzhen Cardlan system for the bus payment ,the system include follow steps:

1.Bus company issue contactless card (Mifare s50 or  CPU card) to passengers

2.Passenger store money to the card, recharge/top  up the card

3.Passenger use the card when take bus, tap it to a  contactless card reader

4.Card reader read card and deduct fees, no need to  entering password (tap-and-go)

5.All the transaction data are store in the device

6.Data transmit to sever/management software by  USB at the end of the day, or real time transmit to  database by GPRS/4G or WIFI

7.Bus company check data reports


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