The Light Rail Vehicle (VLT) Baixada Santista features SIMM.PRO, a sound and messaging management solution that works in conjunction with IP speakers from Axis Communications, developed by SilliS – Security Intelligence, to send alerts and guidance to users of the transport system through messages on LED panels and speakers.

With the solution based on the IP audio technology from the Swedish manufacturer Axis Communications, it was possible to enhance the safety of operational processes with scheduled or real-time announcements.

“An important differentiator is that since all system components communicate via IP, including both speakers and LED panels, the SIMM.PRO enables real-time monitoring, facilitating immediate identification in case of failures, something that would be unlikely in implementations using analog sound systems,” explains Marcel Minotelli, technical director of SilliS.

IP Solution

SilliS chose to use the SIMM.PRO software integrated with AXIS Audio Manager Edge, working together with AXIS C1410 mini speakers.

“The Axis IP sound solution combined with the media playback management of SIMM.PRO creates a unique ecosystem for centralized management of audio communication and messages on LED panels individually for each VLT station,” concludes Marcel Minotelli.

The AXIS C1410 speaker is designed to be a compact device with a wide sound range. The all-in-one unit eliminates the need for a power amplifier and signal processor (DSP). The pre-configured digital signal processing produces clear voice in all situations, and the internal memory can hold pre-recorded messages, or the responsible team can also respond to notifications with real-time voice announcements.

Additionally, the built-in microphone allows for bidirectional communication, enabling immediate responses from people present on the other side.

Through the SIMM.PRO application integrated with AXIS Audio Manager Edge, it is possible to manage unlimited zones with up to 200 speakers in each zone and control announcements to be made throughout the day, week, month, or year all at once. This ensures that the entire VLT Baixada Santista system receives audio and text alerts to facilitate passenger travel.

Credits: TechniBus