Mobility Screens

Host Free Mobility Screens at Your Office, Venue, or Campus

The NYSDOT Mobility Screens are free, web-based, transit information displays that feature information such as:
  • Real-time transit tracking,
  • Route-to-destination wayfinding,
  • Traffic condistions,
  • Bikeshare availablity, and more.
Mobility Screens are versatile and can be displayed in lobbies, storefront windows, offices, or stadiums. The only requirements are a display (e.g., TV, tablet, or computer) and a stable Wi-Fi connection. 

To get started, connect with the NYSDOT program team by emailing OperationsSupport@511mobility.org. The team will provide design input, implementation support, and help with techincal troubleshooting. 

 

What Do You Get with a Mobility Screen?

The NYSDOT Mobility Screen Builder employs real-time transit, micromobility, and traffic data to let users display an array of different transportation information, including:
  • Transit arrival times at selected stops.
  • Route-to-designation tables and maps.
  • Local traffic corridor drive time estimates.
  • Bikeshare availability and dock locations.
  • Weather, graphics, and customizable QR codes.

Technical Specifications

In order to host a Mobility Screen, the following is required: 
  • Computer: You may use a laptop, desktop computer, minicomputer, iPad, or tablet device to host the Mobility Screen.
  • Screen: A wide-screen display is recommended, but any standard display with a resolution of 1024x768 or higher is best. 
  • Internet: Wi-Fi connection is recommended over dial-up access to maintain a stable internet connection. 10 Mbps+ internet speed will prdouce the best results.

Support

Techincal support may be available to assist with configuring a Mobility Screen by contacting OperationsSupport@511mobility.org between the hours of 9am - 5pm ET. 

Additional resources include:
  • Mobility Screens Brochure that includes a brief overview of the tool's capabilities.
  • Sample Mobility Screens provides sample screen designs.

Licensing

In using this tool, you are bound by the NYSDOT Developer License Agreement (DLA) and assume all liability in your use of this product. No guarantees are made regarding the functionality, reliability, or availablity of this product. NYSDOT is not liable for any damage resulting from the use of this tool. NYSDOT reserves the right to change or discontinue this service at any time, without notice. 

Let Us Know How it Goes!

We want to know about your experice using Mobility Screens! To share your experience, send us an email at OperationsSupport@511mobility.org. Feel free to include a picture and tell us what you think about the information displays.