Wiener Linien ESP32-S3 Public Transport Departure Monitor

Brief description: The ESP32-S3 Public Transport Departure Monitor project is a small device based on the ESP32-S3 platform. It allows you to track public transport departures in real time and receive a countdown to the next departures. The project is based on the use of open data from the City of Vienna provided by Wiener Linien. (Data source: City of Vienna - https://data.wien.gv.at)

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Project components:

• 1x LILYGO T-Display-S3 ESP32-S3 1.9-inch board. Without pins! [AliExpress]
• 1x USB cable with magnetic connector. (Little cut borders.) [AliExpress]
• 2x M2.5 nut [AliExpress]
• 2x M2.5x18 bolt. [AliExpress]
• Glue.
• Details printed on a 3D printer.
• Sketch for Arduino IDE.

Key Features

• Real-time Countdown: Stay informed about the next public transport departure times.
• Timely Updates: Data is automatically refreshed every 30 seconds to ensure accuracy.
• Easy Startup: The device starts up automatically when the ESP32-S3 is booted.
• User-Friendly Interface: A thoughtfully designed, intuitive interface for ease of use.
• Data Source: Utilizes open data from the City of Vienna provided by Wiener Linien.

Installation

To set up the ESP32-S3 Public Transport Departure Monitor, follow these steps:

1. Hardware Installation:

   • Begin by installing T-Display S3 in your Arduino. For a step-by-step guide, refer to this YouTube tutorial.

2. Repository Download:

   • Clone or download this repository to your local machine.

3. Board configuration:

   • In Arduino IDE, open the Tools menu, choose Board, and open the Boards manager
   • Install esp32 which includes files for the ESP32-S3 too. (Note: this downloads a few 100 MB, and installs about 2.3 GB)
   • Open the Tools menu once more, choose Board, pick ESP32 Arduino and choose LilyGo T-Display S3

4. Library Installation:

   • Open the Arduino IDE and install the required libraries (TFT_eSPI, ArduinoJson, HttpClient, WiFiManager).

5. Device Connection:

   • Connect your ESP32 device to your computer.

6. Flash the Code:

   • Flash the code to your ESP32.

Configuration

Once the installation is complete, follow these steps to configure your device:

• Connection:

  • Connect to the device's Wi-Fi network.

• Settings:

  • Press the button "Configure WIFI".
  • Enter your Wi-Fi SSID and password.
  • Specify your RBL, which you can find here.
  • Optionally, select the number of lines to display.
  • Optionally, define your filter criteria.
  • Press the save button to save your settings.

Resetting

In case you need to reset your device, we offer two options:

• Factory Reset:

  • Perform a factory reset by keeping the reset button pressed for more than 30 seconds. This will erase all data on your device, including Wi-Fi settings, StopID/RBL, stop filters, and the count of lines displayed on the screen.

• Soft Reset:

  • A soft reset involves keeping the reset button pressed for 5 to 10 seconds and then releasing it. This will only erase your Wi-Fi settings.

When to Use Each Reset?

Use a Factory Reset if:

• You plan to give away your device.
• Your device is malfunctioning, and other troubleshooting steps have failed.

Use a Soft Reset if:

• You encounter Wi-Fi connectivity issues.
• You want to restore your Wi-Fi settings to their default values.

With the ESP32-S3 Public Transport Departure Monitor, we aim to make your daily commute more predictable and efficient, reducing the time spent waiting for public transport. Stay up-to-date with real-time departure information and plan your journeys with confidence.