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TF4 Controller

A ruggedized and powerful transit automation IoT device.

Real-Time CAD/AVL

Automated Announcements

Signage Controller

4G/5G/LTE Gateway

The TF4 Controller is built for all types of public transit vehicles

The TF4 Controller is a powerful, multi-purpose transit vehicle controller built to automate every aspect of operating a public transit vehicle. It integrates real-time GPS tracking, CAD/AVL, automated announcements, 4G/5G/LTE connectivity, and passenger counting to streamline operations. It is the ideal solution for transit operators looking to automate fleet technology.

Public transit bus and vehicle types

Hardware Specs

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Device Type:

Public Transit IoT

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Form Factor:

Compact Footprint

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Construction:

Ruggedized Metal

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Operating Temperature:

-22F to +167F
-30C to +75C

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GNSS:

L1/L5 high-precision active GNSS

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Cellular:

4G LTE CAT6 
5G LTE CAT20 

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Regions & Carriers:

North America (AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, Rogers, Bell, Telus)

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SIM Cards

Dual SIM 2FF form
eSIM optional

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WiFi:

North America (AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, Rogers, Bell, Telus)

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Ethernet Ports:

1 to 5 port Gigabit LAN

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Audio Processing:

Interior channel audio out
Exterior channel audio out

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Voice Types:

Natural AI voices

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Audio Amplifier:

50W interior channel
50W exterior channel

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RS485 Ports:

2x RS485 Ports

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J1708 Ports:

2x J1708 Ports

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CAN Bus Ports:

2x CAN Bus Ports

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GPIOs:

6 x configurable GPIOs (doors, stop request, wheel chair, bike rack)

Software Specs

The software features available depend on the feature modules selected. Contact us to learn more about our feature packages. 

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CAD/AVL:

Real-time vehicle tracking and dispatch, automated route and trip detection.

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Location Tracking:

Intelligent location tracking with automated AI block, route, trip, and stop identification, and schedule adherence status.

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Audio Announcements:

Automated interior and exterior audio announcements based on the current trip, stop, route and public service notifications.

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Passenger Counting:

Automated control of automated passenger counting sensors and gateways, IOs to sense door open or closed status, and location-based APC data recording.

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Destination Signage:

Automated control of LED and full color destination signage, including interior signage and exterior sign systems.

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GTFS:

Advanced publication of GTFS-Schedule and GTFS-realtime data feeds. Learn more >

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Cloud Management:

Manage TF4 Controller devices from TransitFare Cloud.

Happy Riders. Happy Drivers.

The TF4 Controller automates nearly every aspect of operating the bus, improving the transit experience for riders and allowing drivers to focus on operating the vehicle.

The device’s real-time tracking and advanced GTFS Realtime data publishing helps riders know exactly where they are and when they’ll arrive and automated audio and visual announcements keep riders informed. Drivers can focus on safely operating the vehicle and keeping on schedule.

Real-time data from the TF4 Controller helps your transit dispatchers and control room operators help your supervisors stay on top of operations and monitor live video feeds thanks to the high-speed 4G/LTE/5G connectivity. 

Farebox Floor or Post Mount

Your Gateway to
Advanced Public Transit Automation

The TF4 Controller device is at the center of smart bus automation and connectivity. See our reference architecture to see how our IoT technology can advance your transit operations.

TF4 Controller public transit IoT automation device reference architecture

Have Questions?

Want to learn more about the TF4 Controller? Fill out your contact information and we will add you to our notification list when the TF4 Controller becomes available in your region. 

We are also happy to hop on a call with you to offer an early preview of this exciting technology.

Launching in 2025

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