On-board computer
Smart on-board computers for buses and trams
The on-board computer is the centrepiece of the communication system in the vehicle and the personal assistance system for the driving personnel. It records and processes all processes in real time, communicates with the control centre, controls the on-board electronics, collects data and provides passenger information.
IVU's on-board computers offer customised solutions for public transport. Whether with or without an integrated ticket printer, permanently installed or for mobile use - they fulfil a wide range of requirements for communicative hardware equipment in vehicles. IVU's solutions impress with their robustness, efficiency and future-proofing, which meet the dynamic challenges of daily use in buses and trams.
With a powerful processor and all common interfaces, the on-board computers control all peripheral devices with the IVU.cockpit software and in combination with the IVU.box.gateway or IVU.box.railgateway. Automated processes such as stop announcements, destination text switching on indoor and outdoor displays as well as traffic signal and points control relieve the burden on the driver and optimise the operational flow in public transport.
All onboard computers are ready for use at temperatures from -25°C to +70°C and are protected against external influences such as dust and moisture. Multi-touch displays and anti-glare surfaces with brightness sensors ensure fast and intuitive operation as well as optimum readability, both during the day and at night.
Thanks to their modular design and robust construction, IVU's on-board computers are a durable and sustainable solution - the perfect choice for demanding everyday use in public transport.
Individual solutions for buses and trams
On-board computer for buses
The on-board computers from IVU are characterised by a high level of robustness and flexible communication interfaces. They reliably cope with even demanding conditions, such as large bumps on uneven roads and variable environmental influences.
On-board computer for trams
Specially tailored to the requirements of rail transport, IVU's systems offer precise control functions, integrated passenger information and seamless signal monitoring - ideal for urban rail operations.
The IVU.box on-board computer family
for individual solutions
IVU.ticket.box
The all-in-one on-board computer
For 12 years, the IVU.ticket.box has been a durable, powerful, and high-performance solution for public transport. Now in its fifth generation (G5), the onboard computer provides all the necessary functionalities in the vehicle to handle ticket sales and ticket inspection efficiently and also to coordinate the operation of buses and ships.
As a digital control centre, the IVU.ticket.box on-board computer is equipped with powerful industrial processors. Thanks to brightness sensors and a scratch-resistant glass surface, the 10-inch, anti-glare multi-touch display offers optimum ease of use in everyday use - even in demanding lighting conditions.
The integrated ticket printer prints with an optional resolution of 300 dpi. Easy‑Load technology makes it easy to change the paper roll, while flexible adjustments to paper width and thickness and an integrated cutter (for partial and full cut) ensure fast, paper jam-free printing.
A barcode reader and an NFC reader are available to passengers for checking electronic and barcode tickets. A contactless bank card reader can also be installed if required, allowing customers to pay for their tickets directly without cash using credit or debit cards. The large, colourful customer display clearly shows all relevant information to passengers.
In combination with the IVU.box.gateway, the on-board computer converts all digital and analog vehicle signals into Ethernet data packets. This ensures smooth communication within the vehicle and with the control centre and uninterrupted control of all peripheral devices.
The IVU.ticket.box on-board computer is fully certified for in-vehicle operation and VDV-compliant for use as a sales and control terminal. Thanks to its modular design, it is equipped for at least ten years of intensive use in buses, on ships and in advance sales offices and therefore offers a future-proof solution for local public transport.
Wide range of ticketing options -
Modern payment processing with smart on-board computers
IVU's smart on-board computers support a variety of ticketing types to seamlessly integrate ticket sales and ticket inspection and thus efficiently manage passenger transport. The barcode reader and the PCI-DFS-compliant NFC reader scan mobile wallets, digital and paper-based QR codes and smart cards. The NFC reader also serves as a bank card reader and accepts common credit and debit cards, both with PIN entry and contactless, which ensures smooth cashless payment processes.
On-board computer for bus or tram
Optimised for train operation without ticketing
The right solution for every vehicle - with the IVU.box.touch, the IVU.box.panel and the mobile IVU.tablet, IVU offers suitable on-board computers for travelling in buses and trams that do not require integrated ticket sales or ticket inspection functions.
The IVU.box.touch on-board computer, the IVU.box.panel and the mobile IVU.tablet provide driving personnel with real-time information and enable stable communication with the control centre. As stand-alone on-board computers, connected to the IVU.box.gateway or IVU.box.railgateway, they offer the full range of functions of the IVU.ticket.box - only without integrated ticketing. A Bluetooth printer can be connected if required. The on-board computer can be combined with the IVU.validator for digital ticket inspection.
The IVU.box.touch for buses comes with a matching housing that is mounted on a mounting plate in the driver's cab. The housing is designed in such a way that the 10-inch screen is positioned at the same angle as the IVU.ticket.box, thus enabling optimum operability for the driving personnel.
The mobile IVU.tablet is a simple, intuitive, and cost-effective on-board computer for buses. The IVU.tablet is not permanently installed in the vehicle but is assigned to the personnel as a driver-related device. With Android as the operating system, it is possible to install your own apps and make them accessible to personnel for external use. The particularly robust housing is fall-proof from a height of up to one metre.
The IVU.box.panel is the ideal on-board computer for trams. Designed for bi-directional operation, the device runs on the Linux operating system and is particularly robust - especially against impacts on uneven rails and insensitive to voltage fluctuations. Available in 7‑ and 10‑ inches, the device adapts flexibly to the space available in the driver's cab.
All on-board computers
an overview
- Screen size
7- or 10-inch - Mounting
Permanently installed in the driver's cab - Functionalities
Driving operation, real-time information, communication with the control centre - Connection to vehicle peripherals
With the IVU.box.railgateway - Modularity
High - Service life
Designed for at least 15 years of intensive use
- Screen size
8-inch - Mounting
Mobil - Functionalities
Driving operation, real-time information, communication with the control centre - Connection to vehicle peripherals
With the IVU.box.gateway - Modularity
Low - Service life
At least 3 years
- Screen size
10-inch - Mounting
Permanently installed in the driver's cab - Functionalities
Driving operation, real-time information, communication with the control centre - Connection to vehicle peripherals
With the IVU.box.gateway - Modularity
High - Service life
Designed for at least 15 years of intensive use
- Screen size
10-inch - Mounting
Permanently installed in the driver's cab - Functionalities
Driving operations, real-time information, communication with the control centre, ticketing - Connection to vehicle peripherals
With the IVU.box.gateway - Modularity
High - Service Life
Designed for at least 10 years of intensive use
For more sustainability
in public transport
For over 45 years, we have been setting standards in the development of sustainable systems for public transport. Our on-board computers for buses and trams are developed, tested and manufactured in Germany - guaranteeing the highest quality, short transport routes and a controlled supply chain.
Our on-board computers are designed for a service life of at least ten years. Thanks to their robust, modular design, individual components can be replaced quickly and cost-effectively during repairs or modernisation. In addition, the fifth generation of the IVU.ticket.box can easily be built on existing third-generation structures. In this way, we extend the service life of our systems and make a significant contribution to efficient and environmentally friendly public transport.
The optimal on-board computer software
for bus and train
The on-board computer software IVU.cockpit provides support with travel instructions, communicates with the control centre and informs passengers.
Please contact us
for questions about our on-board computers
Would you like to find out more about our modern on-board systems, arrange a personal consultation or discuss your specific requirements with us? Please feel free to write to us - your contact person will get back to you as soon as possible.
IVU Traffic Technologies AG
Headquarter
Bundesallee 88
12161 Berlin, Germany
Phone: +49.30.8 59 06 -0
E-mail: contact@ivu.com
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