The pay and display machine is an integral part of the ideal parking system. They allow the parking system to run 24*7 without manual support, generates profit, and provides security to your parking.
Pay and display machines are automatic payment systems that offer multiple payment alternatives. It also facilitate the customers and the users to choose any preferable option to pay. This way, the customer can stop worrying about having cash. On the other hand, you can generate revenue from all the prime locations without any additional supervision.
In the multi-story parking space, the traditional parking meter is necessary for the parking ticket at each parking space. With this car park solution, all parking spaces are covered with one or two parking machines. It saves on manual labor as well as on installation!
How does the pay and display system work?
The user receives a ticket after paying certain amount of money. The ticket consists of an expiry time which helps users to analyse the parking charges. It displays the ticket on the dashboard of vehicles or on the windshield. This also helps the customer to realise the parking time and is useful for parking officers to issue citations accordingly.
The pay and display machines can be integrated with different parking solutions for easy access and security. The license plate recognition, automatic car park barriers, car park guidance system, etc. enhances the functionalities of the pay & display machines. Thus parking could benefit a lot from these solutions while cutting down on manual labour and providing all-time accessibility. It fulfils all the primary goals of a modern ideal parking space.
Applications of pay and display system:
When integrated with automatic barriers, the gates are controlled by the pay and display system. The license plate recognition with automatic barriers enhances the payment pattern. It can add the vehicle for a monthly or yearly subscription or can also help customers to pay on an invoice basis. The license plate recognition system will capture the vehicle’s number through which you can generate the ticket or can calculate the total amount of sum to be paid. It is just like keeping tabs, just for parking lots.
For example, if a customer approaches the entrance of the parking then the license plate recognition captures the license plate and checks it with their database. The customer can enter any preferred payment method such as credit or debit cards, banknotes, online payment, or payment through mobile phones. It is also equipped with RFID card readers. With this, the pass holders such as city vehicles or disabled drivers can easily use the facility and be issued tickets. The ticket is then displayed on the dashboard or the windshield of the vehicle so that the customer and parking officer is aware of the expiry time. The barriers are opened and the customer can easily pass and secure parking.
How can this system work without manual supervision?
The pay and display systems are automatic and do not require any additional manual effort. It can operate on its own and take care of tickets and customer service. It has a user-friendly interface for the use of any customers. In addition, the modern clear display navigates the customer to different payment methods and instructions to operate. This multi-language platform helps the customer in any possible way.
It has a system which verifies the coinage weight and notes preventing any counterfeit money to go in. It also links the ticket to the l plate number so that the exchange of tickets or different parking tickets could be easily identified. Thus, we can see revenue growth along with secure transactions. The machine has a vandal-resistant closure which prevents breaking of the machine while still allowing the customers to receive their change.
Benefits of using Pay and Display Machine:
Customer Friendly:
Pay and display systems feature multiple payments methods and alternatives such as cash, coins, banknotes, credit cards, and smart cards such as RFID. Thus, it offers convenience to the customer using their preference and choice for the
Reliability:
The parking system can be enhanced to equip a high technical competence, with excellent reliability. This will ensure you keep running for longer life and maximise efficient operation.
Aesthetic Appeal:
The exquisite structure of the pay and display machine is pleasing on the urban streetscape. They ease the traffic flow while replacing the ten to fifteen single-space meters. The sidewalk is free and the movement is easier and faster.
Minimise Downtime:
This parking solution optimises the usage of the parking and minimises downtime. The machine raises alert to the technical team or the operator. It notifies the out-of-paper conditions, coin jams, and vandalism.
Environmentally Friendly:
The pay and display machines are available in solar-powered models as well as AC modules. Solar power enables the energy-efficient system while eliminating the need and cost of wiring.
In this way, this parking solution does not require any manual staff. Only occasional checks of the car park are required. It initiates controlled parking and enforces parking rules. It handles transactions accurately and efficiently while making no errors. Thus, these systems are reliable and offer quality service.
