After reviewing the locations for the simultaneous connection of the PC and bluetooth box to the internet, it was discovered that additional hardware elements are necessary for the Installation of the bluetooth hardware into the outdoor info terminals.

These are necessary because depending on the locations of the terminals different technologies are used to insure the Internet and electrical connection. In some cases the info terminals are partly equipped with their own internet line via WLAN or via a connection to an existing internet line of a nearby institute.

For this reason the responsible terminal-administrator checked the 10 different locations and tested the respective technical connections to the on site internet for the installation of the bluetooth hardware.

Specialized routers, which are suitable for outdoor use are necessary for long-term operation of the bluetooth boxes. These routers have been selected and ordered according to the necessary technical specifications and the respective outdoor suitability. The respective hardware will be available for installation during the 45th calendar week.

Parallel to this a questionnaire for the following tests with the bluetooth application in combination with the new terminal portal has been prepared. Momentarily the test scenario and the search for test persons are being organized in cooperation with students from the local university.

See http://www.smartcities.info/smart-cities-pilot-bluetooth-bis-gmbh-bremer...