McCain upgrades Omni eX intersection control

US-based McCain has released the latest upgrade to its Omni eX intersection control software, which is said to expand traffic operations and communication capabilities. Usability improvements allow users to intuitively modify the entire database of timing parameters directly from the controller’s front panel. In addition, extra security features enable agencies to limit and track user access through unique logins and passwords. Utilising modern transportation standards, Omni eX intersection control soft
March 18, 2014 Read time: 1 min
RSSUS-based 772 McCain has released the latest upgrade to its Omni eX intersection control software, which is said to expand traffic operations and communication capabilities.  Usability improvements allow users to intuitively modify the entire database of timing parameters directly from the controller’s front panel. In addition, extra security features enable agencies to limit and track user access through unique logins and passwords.

Utilising modern transportation standards, Omni eX intersection control software is built in accordance with the National Transportation Communications for Intelligent Transportation System Protocol (NTCIP) and the ATC controller standard. As such, it is capable of operating 2070 and NEMA-based controllers and interfacing with any cabinet configuration including 170/2070 style, ATC, NEMA, and ITS cabinets.
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