Real-Time Parking Map

System Settings

To begin using Real-Time Map for a specific lot, you must set up the functionality in Lot Administration under the Temporary Parking tab. 

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You must also create a page in System Messaging under the page tab.

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The page you create needs to house two lines of short code:

[real-time-map] will display a google map style window
[real-time-legend] will display a legend indicating a definition of what the colors in the map marker represent

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In lot administration there are a few required configuration elements that must be in place for the map to display properly.

Firstly, in the general tab you must include Guest User as a preferred user type. It can be used alone or along with other user types if you are combining temporary parking with standard parking.

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In the Zones and Locations Page, you must set a map marker. The color of the marker can be whatever you like in the configuration as the color will be controlled by the lot availability on the actual Real-Time map.
It is preferable to have a description, or information about the lot, in the Location field.

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In the Temporary Permits tab it is essential to select the following:

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Viewing the Real-Time Map from a Publicly Accessible Link

Once this information is configured you will be able to display the Real-Time Map by going to https://yourdomain.parkadmin.com/real-time.
Hovering over the map marker will display the Lot Name and the Location Description you configured above.

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Clicking on the map marker will bring you to an interface that shows more information about the lot availability and present a button whereby you can purchase a permit.
Click on Book Now to continue.


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Purchasing a Permit

This will bring you to the Permit Purchase screen where you can enter your vehicle plate number and select the length of time you wish to park.

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Viewing the Real-Time Map from an Admin Portal Menu

Admins can also view the Real-time map from within the Admin Portal. To do so, go to the Parking Management menu and click on Real-Time Map.

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The map will present itself in a similar fashion to the public view. 

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Admins can click on the map markers to see stats on the lot.

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Special Spots

Admins can indicate special spots in each lot. This information is displayed in the Real-Time Parking Map in the lot detail. As indicated this is informational only.
This information may contain such details as the number of spaces designated for special purposes. ie: Electric Vehicle Charging, Expectant Mothers, Handicapped Accessible, etc.

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To configure the special spots go to the parking management menu and hover over Lot Administration. Select Manage Special Space Types.

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The page will refresh with the list of special space types. Click on Add New to add a Special Space Type.

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Enter the description of the Special Space type.

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To add this information to a lot, go to Lot Admin for the specific lot you wish to add information to and select the General tab.

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Enter the number of spaces available for each Special Space type.

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This information will show on the public facing Real-Time Parking Map. 

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Revision #2
Created 8 May 2024 07:48:00
Updated 11 September 2024 13:40:49