Functional Role and Targeted User Base in Transit Systems

The Cardlan product functions as an advanced ticket validator designed primarily for public transportation operators, transit authorities, and fare management service providers. This smart card reader consolidates multiple payment technologies, supporting RFID cards, QR code-based prepaid tickets, and integrated billing functionalities. It facilitates rapid and secure ticket validation to optimize passenger throughput while minimizing operational downtime. Target users benefit from its compatibility with common electronic fare media, promoting seamless system integration and enabling scalable deployment across urban and regional bus networks.

Comprehensive Technical Features and Hardware Specifications

Equipped with Android 5.1 OS and a quad-core Cortex-A9 processor, this ticket terminal incorporates a 5-inch LCD for clear user interaction and supports external POS58 printers for receipt generation. Its communication capabilities include GPS positioning, GPRS, 4G, and WIFI 802.11n, ensuring reliable real-time data synchronization with central management platforms. The device supports up to five million card records and can manage detailed logs exceeding two million transactions. Durable engineering plastic housing facilitates operation in temperatures ranging from -25°C to 65°C, making the system adaptable to diverse transit environments. RFID support includes Mifare 1, CPU cards, and UnionPay IC cards, meeting multiple fare media standards.

Industry Applications and Operational Benefits in Mass Transit

This ticket terminal addresses the critical needs of electronic fare collection in urban and intercity bus services by providing accurate validation along with prepaid card billing capabilities. Its GPS and wireless communication modules enable remote monitoring of fare devices, improving oversight and fraud prevention. The integrated voice prompts assist in user recognition and reduce boarding time. By delivering consistent performance and robust data handling, it supports revenue protection, auditing, passenger flow analytics, and operational efficiency. Furthermore, its compatibility with existing POS and server infrastructures permits seamless integration into current transit management ecosystems, enhancing overall fare collection reliability.


Product Advantages

Design and Structural Innovations Supporting Modular Integration

The ticket validator incorporates a modular hardware design that enables straightforward installation and maintenance within existing fare collection systems. Its robust engineering plastic casing ensures physical durability, while the inclusion of multiple communication interfaces such as USB-HOST, USB-OTG, and RS485 enhances connectivity versatility. The device’s integrated wide-angle QR code scanner and 16-bit voice prompt speaker deliver combined functionalities, reducing the number of separate components required. This integration supports cost-effective deployment while maintaining performance consistency across various transit environments, positioning the system as a reliable smart card reader and ticket terminal solution.

Enhanced Performance, Usability, and Operational Value

This smart card reader demonstrates efficient processing speed due to its quad-core CPU and substantial internal memory, facilitating rapid ticket recognition and billing even during peak passenger volumes. The inclusion of live voice prompts and indicator lights improves user communication and reduces transaction errors, enhancing the boarding experience. Remote real-time data upload capabilities simplify system management and enable timely responses to fraudulent activities. Its compatibility with external POS58 printers adds operational flexibility, supporting receipt issuance where required. Together, these features maximize route efficiency, reduce fare evasion, and contribute to an improved return on investment for transit operators.

1. Application

CL-A0618 smart bus validator can support RFID card, with GPS positioning module, support GPRS, WIFI wireless communication etc. Can be used for electronic payment or card validation in following field：

l Public transport fare collection

l Scenic spots/amusement park card payment

l Balance inquiry

l Employee shuttle bus card validation

l Safety school bus system

2. Functional features

l Support wireless communication, remote connect to server management software to realize real time time-revision, black-list downloading and data collection etc.

l Support data real time uploading or USB local data collection

l Support live voice prompts, supports 15 kinds of voice prompts: such as "student card",      "employee card"

l Support consumption details and statistics query, according to card No., time, operator No., etc.

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