signaling and train controls
ATP (Automatic Train Protection) System is a computer based interlocking and signaling and Track Circuit with the Central Control and Monitoring located at the Control Center in North Avenue Station. The Mainline is divided into 3 local areas, each has a MAN900 computer, an Ebilock 950 Interlocking computer and a back-up Ebilock 950, and a Field Engineering Unit Computer. All areas are controlled by a central MAN 900 computer. The whole line is viewed in NR display computer.
traction supply system
A. Traction Power System
Operation and maintenance of traction power and composite substations covering fourteen (14) areas (Depot and 13 stations).
Traction power substation covering eight (8) station supply DC750V OCS power to mainline for train operation, and connected in parallel for flexibility/continuity OCS power supply in case any TPSS station is lost due to MERALCO power failure.
B. Overhead Catenary System
The Overhead Catenary System being used is based upon range of aluminum components procured from Adtranz of Germany. Other components were sourced from Siemens in Germany and Arthur Flurry in Switzerland. These components represent a proven technology and has been used widely on rail transportation in Europe. Conductors, clamps and mast were sourced from Australia and Europe with a number of components being manufactured locally.
The system consists of an overhead contact system electrified at 750V DC. Power is drawn from MERALCO network at 34.KV phase 60Hz and reduced to 750V DC at the traction power substations.
Operation and maintenance of traction power and composite substations covering fourteen (14) areas (Depot and 13 stations).
Traction power substation covering eight (8) station supply DC750V OCS power to mainline for train operation, and connected in parallel for flexibility/continuity OCS power supply in case any TPSS station is lost due to MERALCO power failure.
B. Overhead Catenary System
The Overhead Catenary System being used is based upon range of aluminum components procured from Adtranz of Germany. Other components were sourced from Siemens in Germany and Arthur Flurry in Switzerland. These components represent a proven technology and has been used widely on rail transportation in Europe. Conductors, clamps and mast were sourced from Australia and Europe with a number of components being manufactured locally.
The system consists of an overhead contact system electrified at 750V DC. Power is drawn from MERALCO network at 34.KV phase 60Hz and reduced to 750V DC at the traction power substations.
automatic fare collection system
MRT3 is operating an Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) System which utilizes magnetic strip tickets as fare medium. The system uses a distance-based fare collection. The Automatic Exit Gate deducts and computes the trip and records pertaining data on the strip. The Gate can handle up to 30 passengers per minute.
System Composition
System Composition
- Central Computer System (CCS) - consists of two computers; one for Sales Management and the other for Security.
- Station Computer System (SCS) - collects data from all station terminal units. A total of 13 units is installed for the system.
- Encoder/Sorter (E/S) - these machines are used for initialization of blank tickets, tickets for sorting, Security.
- Automatic Gates (AG) - the AG makes a throughput rate of 30 passengers per minute possible. A total of 197 gates are installed for the whole system.
- Analyzer/Dispenser (AD) - encodes value on initialized ticket to be sold to passengers. A station attendant, for convenience of handicapped passengers, can perform entry or exit process, too. A total of 83 AD's are distributed on the system.
- Ticket Issuing Machine (TIM) - installed at each station to cater to single journey ticket.
other facilities
Radio Communication System
An MRT trunk radio is used to facilitate communication between Control Center and Train Driver using the Mainline Channel, while the Depot Channel is used by the Engineering Department during train movements at Depot Area and Emergency Channel is used by Station's Operation.
Public Address System
The Public Address System is used to convey messages to passengers and station personnel. It has 12 preset digital pre-recorded safety messages and 4 track tape console for pipe-in music, and 16 pieces 150 watts power amplifiers to obtain maximum loudness.
CCTV Monitoring System
This is used for monitoring passengers for safety and surveillance purposes. Cameras are installed in various locations such as platform area, concourse and elevators. These cameras are viewed and monitored at Station Control Room. While at Depot, cameras are installed at different locations and can be viewed and monitored at the Yard Master Room.
PABX Telephone System
The System interconnects internal telephone calls and outside calls with the aid of auto attendant computer. It maximizes 20 trunk lines for 32 digital local lines and 150 analog local lines serving 16.9 kilometer main telephone cable with 14 Main Distribution Frames.
Station Building Amenities
An MRT trunk radio is used to facilitate communication between Control Center and Train Driver using the Mainline Channel, while the Depot Channel is used by the Engineering Department during train movements at Depot Area and Emergency Channel is used by Station's Operation.
Public Address System
The Public Address System is used to convey messages to passengers and station personnel. It has 12 preset digital pre-recorded safety messages and 4 track tape console for pipe-in music, and 16 pieces 150 watts power amplifiers to obtain maximum loudness.
CCTV Monitoring System
This is used for monitoring passengers for safety and surveillance purposes. Cameras are installed in various locations such as platform area, concourse and elevators. These cameras are viewed and monitored at Station Control Room. While at Depot, cameras are installed at different locations and can be viewed and monitored at the Yard Master Room.
PABX Telephone System
The System interconnects internal telephone calls and outside calls with the aid of auto attendant computer. It maximizes 20 trunk lines for 32 digital local lines and 150 analog local lines serving 16.9 kilometer main telephone cable with 14 Main Distribution Frames.
Station Building Amenities
- Escalators
- Elevators
- Rest Rooms & Water Supply
- Sump Pumps
- Video Monitors
- Supervisors & Ticketing Room