# Automatic Vehicle Announcement (AVA)

#### Deliver Clear, Accessible Communication Onboard Every Ride.

Enhance accessibility and rider experience with automated audio and visual announcements.

## What is the AVA box?

#### Deliver Clear, Accessible Communication Onboard Every Ride

Enhance accessibility and rider experience with automated audio and visual announcements. AVA ensures clear stop notifications, route updates, and important alerts by keeping passengers informed and compliant with ADA requirements.

#### What can a AVA do?

- Provide real-time stop announcements for every route

- Deliver audio and visual alerts for accessibility compliance

- Share service updates and emergency notifications automatically

- Reduce driver workload with hands-free automation

- Ensure ADA compliance for public transit systems

#### Why it Matters

- **Accessibility Compliance:** Meets ADA standards for rider communication

- **Improved Passenger Experience:** Keeps riders informed and confident

- **Operational Efficiency:** Reduces manual tasks for drivers and staff

### Key Features

###### Clear Audio & Visual Messaging:

- High-quality announcements for all riders

###### Seamless Integration:

- Works with CAD/AVL, GPS, and onboard systems

###### Dynamic Updates:

- Real-time changes for detours, delays, and alerts

###### Geofence Triggers:

- Detects entry/exit with adjustable radius

###### Multi-Language Support:

- Enhance inclusivity for diverse communities

###### Remote Configuration:

- Update routes and messages without on-site visits

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### Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About TransLoc AVA

### What is TransLoc DAPC?

The AVA box is an **Automated Voice Announcement system** that delivers synchronized, ADA‑aligned audible and visual stop announcements and integrates with the onboard controller (OBC) and AVL for reliable, geofenced triggers.

### What are the key hardware specs of AVA?

AVA features an IP54 ingress‑rated ABS enclosure, XLR 4‑pin female and male connectors, 3.5 mm TRS and CB mic inputs, plus an audio preamplifier output and microphone input impedance matching transformer for clean audio

### How does AVA integrate with bus systems (OBC, AVL, PA)?

AVA connects to the **OBC and PA system**, synchronizes with interior/exterior signage, and uses **geofence triggers** for stop, route/destination, and public‑safety announcements—pausing automatically when drivers speak over the mic.

### Does AVA support multilingual announcements?

Yes. AVA supports **English by default** and **additional languages via pre‑recorded audio files**, with announcements configurable in the admin UI.

### Can operators pause or override announcements?

Yes. Operators can **interrupt/pause automated announcements** using the vehicle microphone; **AVA resumes** automatically once driver messaging is complete.

### How are audio files stored and updated?

Audio files are **stored on the AVA device** and can be **updated via the user interface**; AVA supports **MP3** and pre‑recorded formats for consistent playback.

### What power and protection features does AVA include?

The system employs **inline power protection** and hardware design optimized for transit (including **LDO supply** for stable audio quality), minimizing maintenance and external conditioners.

### Does AVA work with interior and exterior signage?

Yes. AVA **syncs audible announcements with visual signage** (e.g., “This Stop,” “Next Stop,” destination/route displays) through established integrations with leading manufacturers.

### Is AVA compliant with ADA guidance?

AVA is designed to support **ADA compliance** by delivering **synchronized audible and visual stop announcements** and **failover logic** to prioritize driver‑initiated messages.

### What announcement types and triggers are available?

Common types include **stop arrivals, route/destination identifiers, and public‑safety messages**, activated via **adjustable geofence radius** with bi‑directional entry/exit detection.