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Audible Beacon Device (ABD)
The Audible Beacon Device provides directional audible guidance at signalized crossings, helping pedestrians locate curb ramps. Works with APS systems to aid visually impaired pedestrians.
Product Overview
The Audible Beacon Device (ABD) is an accessibility device designed to provide directional audible guidance to pedestrians at signalized crossings.
The device emits targeted audible signals that help pedestrians locate and align with the destination curb ramp during a crossing. The ABD is commonly used with Accessible Pedestrian Signal (APS) systems to provide audible beaconing that improves orientation and mobility for pedestrians with visual impairments.
The ABD can be integrated into pedestrian signal installations and used in conjunction with compatible APS stations.
Key Features
• Directional audible beaconing for pedestrian guidance
• Designed for use with Accessible Pedestrian Signal systems
• Improves pedestrian orientation during crossings
• Targeted sound output toward the destination crossing point
• Compatible with PedSafety APS systems
• Configurable operation using PedConnex utility
• Designed for installation in outdoor traffic signal environments
Typical Applications
The Audible Beacon Device is commonly used in the following applications:
• Signalized intersections requiring audible beaconing
• Crossings where pedestrians benefit from additional directional guidance
• Complex intersections where locating the opposite curb ramp may be difficult
• Installations requiring enhanced accessibility features
System Integration
The ABD is typically installed as part of a pedestrian accessibility system.
A typical installation may include:
• Accessible Pedestrian Signal (APS) station
• Audible Beacon Device (ABD)
• Pedestrian signal head and controller
• Pedestrian crossing infrastructure
The ABD works with the APS system to provide audible signals that guide pedestrians toward the destination crossing point.
Software Configuration
Configuration and operational settings for compatible systems can be adjusted using the PedConnex configuration utility.
Configuration options may include:
• Audio settings
• Beaconing behavior
• System operation modes
Downloads
Audible Beacon Device Product Sheet
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