Patent ID: 6595416
Filing Date: 2003-07-22
Classification: G06Q,G07F

Abstract:
A terminal in communication with a transit station controller for adding value to fare cards utilizing credit and debit accounts only, the terminal comprising:a cabinet having a front panel interface, said front panel interface comprising: a patron display for displaying information and instructions to a patron; a plurality of selection buttons adjacent the patron display for selecting the displayed options; a fare card entry bezel for accepting contact-type smart cards; a contactless smart card target and reader; a debit/credit card reader for providing means of payment using a debit/credit card; and a pin pad adjacent the debit/credit card reader for entering debit/credit card pin numbers; and a plurality of internal components positioned inside the cabinet, said plurality of internal components comprising: a control and memory assembly for controlling said front panel interface, said control and memory assembly connected to said transit station controller through serial communication links.