Interface: PCPDPT Transit Dispatch Center - PCPDPT Transit Vehicles

Information Flow Definitions

alarm acknowledge (Existing)

Confirmation that alarm was received, instructions and additional information for the alarm initiator, and requests for additional information.

alarm notification (Existing)

Notification of activation of an audible or silent alarm by a traveler in a public area or by a transit vehicle operator using an on-board device.

secure area surveillance data (Existing)

Data collected from surveillance systems used to monitor secure areas. Includes video, audio, processed surveillance data, equipment operational status, and alarm indicators when a threat has been detected.

transit schedule information (Existing)

Current and projected transit schedule information used to initialize the transit vehicle with a vehicle assignment, monitor schedule performance, and develop corrective actions on-board.

transit vehicle conditions (Existing)

Operating conditions of transit vehicle (e.g., engine running, oil pressure, fuel level and usage). It includes status of other on-board systems including user displays, passenger counters, and security systems. This overall status information is also collected from unused (out of service) vehicles.

transit vehicle operator information (Existing)

Transit service instructions, wide area alerts, traffic information, road conditions, and other information for both transit and paratransit operators.