Eazypass Fitting

digitaldr

Got my eazypass tags last week (one for my Gilera 180SP and one for my missus's car). It didn't come with any installation instructions for the bike so I just threw it in the back box and hoped for the best as I thought it used RFID technology. Anyway it didn't work when I tried it today on the M50 Eazypass lane and as there was a car behind me I just went outside the barrier and set the alarm off:eek:

Here's the Email I sent to Eazypass

Dear Sir/Madam,

I was annoyed to discover that my eazypass tag must be installed in such a way as to a have the barcode visible. Why did you sell me a tag without any accompanying instructions for a motorbike (they're not on your website either)? When I phoned your customer service department I was asked if I had any pockets so I could produce the tag as needed. The whole point in getting one was to avoid the inconvenience of having to take my gloves off and look for change! If I stick the tag to the back of my bike windshield there's a good chance that it'll get stolen. Is there any way I can stick a label with the barcode to my bike and keep the tag somewhere out of sight on the bike?

Yours sincerely

I'll post the reply here.

Anyone out there using Eazypass on a bike?

McCalvin

yeah I've got one. feel like throwing it at the gates half the time.


I find the follwoing works the best anyhow:

Keep it high on your front (pocket if possible). Barcode facing forward.
Make sure you wait till gate goes down before proceeding and aren't too close to car in front.

Found all this out through trial and error (have set off the alarm aswell a few times).

For some reason north bound ezy pass lane on M50 won't work for me so I've to queue up with the others in the money lanes. Really frustrated about having to do this and the phone operators sympathise but say there is nothing they can do.

Idleater

Gents,

How does the easypass work out cost wise? I always discounted it because I presumed you had to stick a sticker on the windscreen of a car that was scanned. However obviously not!

How much does it work out at on a per crossing basis? I dont go over the toll bridge because I hate driving with a €1 (and then a 20c) coin in the palm of my hand for the whole journey...

Cheers,

L.

McCalvin

Rates are all here for each toll

http://www.eazypass.ie/?sec=rates


Info on additional cost to standard rates using eazy pass

http://www.eazypass.ie/?sec=about#a3


Basically €1 per month for up to two tags.

Setanter

I keep my tag inside the breast pocket of my hi vis jacket. Works a treat all the time, doing it for years now. Works by radio freq, no need to physically see barcode. That's how it charges the lower rate for the bike. Use your car tag and you end up being charged car rates

digitaldr

Setanter wrote:

Works by radio freq, no need to physically see barcode.

That's how I figured it worked - stupid of me to expect the helpline staff to know how their own tags work:)

The Doktor

anyone had the easypass barrier come down an whack em in the head as they drive off?

digitaldr

Well here's the response I got from Eazypass:

Hi,
What we recommend for motorbike users is to place the tag in the breast
pocket of their jacket with the barcode facing outwards and this is
sufficient for the beacon to read the tag. I have attached a letter
that we usually send out with new motorbike accounts that you should
have received. If you have any further questions, please do not
hesitate to contact us.
Regards,
Michelle


Dear Customer,


Welcome to Eazy Pass. To ensure your tag works correctly it is important that you follow the instructions listed below carefully:

Enclosed you will find your Eazy Pass tag, a holder has not been provided as the tag must remain on your person. Our tags will not operate if obstructed by metal or if placed in the incorrect position. Our tags are not weather proof.

The tag may be placed on your inside pocket with the bar code facing outwards

·Please note that motorcycles have free passage at East-Link Toll Plaza and you must use the motorcycle lane provided.

When Using Our Operator Assisted Lanes at West-Link Plaza:
Slow down to allow the operator to acknowledge your tag. Providing your account is in credit you will see the green light in the lane, the barrier will lift and your toll will automatically be deducted from your Eazy Pass account.


When Using Our Automatic Lanes at West-Link Plaza:
Slow down to allow the system to acknowledge your tag. Providing your account is in credit you will see the green light in the lane, the barrier will lift and your toll will automatically be deducted from your Eazy Pass account.

When Using Our Dedicated Lanes at West-Link Plaza:
Slow down to allow the system to acknowledge your tag. Providing your account is in credit you will see the green light in the lane, the barrier will lift and your toll will automatically be deducted from your Eazy Pass account.

Your quarterly statement is available on line at www.eazypass.ie. Within in the seven days we will send you an email detailing your account password and explaining how to access your statements on line. Please check that we have your correct email address.

If you have any queries regarding the above please contact us on 1890 67 67 68.

I'll give it a shot tomorrow and let you know how I get on.

deecom

Yeah works for me when its in my pocket, only set off the alarm once. Its a damm sight better then paying the 80c, but it brings up the old question, why do bikes have to pay there in the first place! (but hey I'm over it!!)