In today’s rapidly developing cities, parking has long been a challenge for both citizens and urban managers. As the number of vehicles continues to increase, the conflict between limited parking resources and growing demand becomes increasingly prominent. However, with the development of IoT technology, smart parking systems have brought new hope to this problem. In this parking revolution, the SR520 4G router is playing a crucial role.

Core Needs of Smart Parking

The core of smart parking systems lies in real-time, accurate collection and sharing of parking space information. This requires a powerful and reliable communication network to connect various devices such as parking space sensors, cameras, and displays. Moreover, considering the widespread distribution of parking lots, some of which are located underground or in areas with poor signal coverage, higher demands are placed on the stability and adaptability of network equipment.

SR520: The Ideal Choice for Smart Parking

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The SR520 4G router has become the ideal choice for smart parking systems due to its unique advantages:

1. Dual SIM card design: Ensures network connection reliability, allowing quick switching to another network if one operator’s network encounters issues.
2. Industrial-grade design: Adapts to various harsh environments, maintaining stable operation in extreme heat or cold.
3. Multiple interface support: Two LAN ports and RS232/RS485 interface, easily connecting various parking lot devices.
4. Powerful VPN functionality: Ensures data transmission security, protecting sensitive parking information.
5. Remote management: Supports SNMP and cloud device management platforms, facilitating remote monitoring and maintenance for management personnel.

Smart Parking System Deployment Practice

Let’s see how SR520 plays a role in actual smart parking systems:

Parking Space Sensing Layer

Magnetic or ultrasonic sensors are installed in each parking space, connected to SR520 via RS485 interface. SR520 transmits the collected parking space occupancy status to the central management platform in real-time. Thanks to SR520’s industrial-grade design, it can maintain stable operation even in harsh environments like underground parking lots.

Video Surveillance Layer

High-definition cameras connect through SR520’s LAN port, transmitting real-time video footage of the parking lot. SR520’s 4G LTE Cat4 high-speed network ensures smooth transmission of video streams, allowing management personnel to grasp the real-time situation of the parking lot at any time.

Information Display Layer

LED displays are set up at parking lot entrances and on each floor, showing real-time parking space information. These displays connect through SR520’s other LAN port, ensuring timely information updates.

Payment System

SR520’s VPN functionality securely connects the parking lot’s payment terminals, ensuring secure transmission of payment data. The dual SIM card design provides double protection for the payment system, avoiding payment interruptions due to network issues.

Central Management Platform

SR520 transmits all collected data to the cloud-based central management platform in real-time. Management personnel can monitor parking lot conditions, perform data analysis, and support decision-making through the platform.

Smart Parking System Deployment Practice

Revolutionary Changes Brought by SR520

1. Real-time Parking Guidance

Through data transmitted in real-time by SR520, drivers can easily find the nearest available parking space via mobile apps or in-car navigation systems. This not only saves time in finding parking spaces but also reduces traffic congestion and exhaust emissions caused by repeated circling.

1. Dynamic Pricing Strategy

Based on real-time parking occupancy rate data returned by SR520, parking lots can implement dynamic pricing strategies. Prices can be increased during peak hours and decreased during off-peak hours, better dispersing parking demand and improving parking space utilization.

1. Parking Reservations

Drivers can reserve parking spaces through apps, with the system locking corresponding spaces in real-time via SR520. This not only improves user experience but also allows for more efficient utilization of parking lot resources.

1. Unmanned Management

Relying on SR520’s reliable connection and remote management functions, many parking lots have achieved unmanned management. The entire process from vehicle entry, finding a parking space, to payment and exit can be automated, greatly reducing labor costs.

1. Data-Driven Decision Making

The large amount of data continuously transmitted by SR520 provides valuable decision-making basis for urban planners. By analyzing this data, parking resources can be planned more scientifically and traffic flow optimized.

Revolutionary Changes Brought by SR520

Case Study: Smart Parking Renovation of a Large Commercial Complex

We recently completed a smart parking system renovation project for a large commercial complex. This complex has 5 floors of parking, both above and below ground, with a total of 2000 parking spaces. Before the renovation, there were often severe congestion issues during peak hours, difficulty in finding parking spaces, and long payment queues.We installed magnetic sensors in each parking space and high-definition cameras and LED displays at various entrances, exits, and key locations. All these devices are connected to the central management platform through SR520 4G routers.After the renovation, the effects were significant:

1. Average time to find a parking space reduced from 15 minutes to 3 minutes.
2. Peak hour traffic congestion reduced by 60%.
3. Parking lot revenue increased by 20%, mainly due to higher turnover rates and dynamic pricing strategies.
4. Customer satisfaction significantly improved, with shopping mall foot traffic increasing by 15%.

The success of this project is largely attributed to SR520’s reliability and powerful functions. Even in areas with weak signals in underground parking lots, SR520 maintained stable connections. Its dual SIM card design ensured high system availability, with no system interruptions due to network issues throughout the entire project period.