The E-Pass, a transponder (tag), is a small, electronic device that we put on the inside of the vehicle’s windshield. It can be tucked behind the rear-view mirror and is used to calculate and pay the tolls electronically. You don’t need to stop to pay toll.
What happens if I use 407 without transponder?
Without one, you can be charged under the Highway Traffic Act and will incur a $50 camera charge per trip. More info on heavy vehicle charges.
Is it worth getting a transponder?
Transponder users save the Camera Charge per trip. So, if you plan to make more than three round trips per year, a transponder will save you money.
How to get a transponder for 407?
Personal customers: Fill out the Application to Lease a Transponder Form and email to [email protected]. Business customers: Fill out the Application to Lease a Transponder Form and email to [email protected].
How to pay 407 toll without transponder?
Telephone Self-Service
You can call us at 1-888-407-0407, 24-hours a day to make an automated credit card payment.
Can someone else use your transponder?
No. Your credential information and related truck details must match PrePass records or you may be subject to citations. You should only have one PrePass-issued transponder in your vehicle at a time.
Do transponders need battery?
A toll tag (or transponder) is a small, battery-powered device that transmits a radio signal.
How long does a transponder last?
eight to 10 years
The sealed lithium batteries inside the transponder have an expected lifespan of eight to 10 years.
Can you fly without a transponder?
Aircraft must be equipped with an operational transponder and operational altitude encoder (i.e. Mode C) Request submitted no more than 24 hours before flight. Request submitted no less than 1 hour before flight.
Why do we need a transponder?
The transponder ident feature allows for an aircraft to be identified by air traffic control. The transponder/ADS-B Out equipment must be operated only as specified by ATC.
What is the difference between 407 and 407?
Although connected to 407 ETR, Highway 407 (including Highway 412 and Highway 418) is a provincially owned tolled highway. To ensure a seamless experience for users of both highways, 407 ETR, provides tolling and customer services on the Province’s behalf for Highway 407, Highway 412 and Highway 418.
How much does it cost to drive on the 407 in Ontario?
Toll Rates on the Highway 407 effective June 1, 2022
| Toll Rate (Cents/km) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Week days | Midday Period | 49.83 |
| Week days | Off-Peak Period | 41.16 |
| Weekends & Holidays | Midday Period | 47.67 |
| Weekends & Holidays | Off-Peak Period | 41.16 |
How does a transponder work?
A transponder is a wireless communications, monitoring, or control device that picks up and automatically responds to an incoming signal. The term is a contraction of the words transmitter and responder. Transponders can be either passive or active.
Does the 407 charge the transponder or plate?
407 ETR Complete Fee Details
| Fee | Light Vehicle (5,000 kg and under) | Heavy Single Unit Vehicle |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Transponder Lease Fee Charged each month regardless of how many trips taken plus $1.00 monthly for each additional transponder attached to the account. | $3.95 | $3.95 |
Can I use my 407 transponder in someone else’s car?
We encourage all our customers to not share transponders between vehicles. In order to avoid additional charges to your account, we recommend that you lease a separate transponder for each vehicle that you plan to use on 407 ETR.
Is EZ Pass accepted in Canada?
Does EZ Pass work in Canada. Yes, but only some of the Canadian cross-border toll bridges take EZ-Pass.
Can you use the same transponder for a different car?
Yes, you may transfer a transponder between vehicles as long as they are of the same vehicle class. There are penalties for using a transponder in a different vehicle class (i.e. Car transponder in a tractor- trailer.)
What happens if I use my transponder in a different car?
Using your transponder between vehicles may result in additional charges; the best way to avoid this is to lease a separate transponder for each vehicle that you plan to use on our highway.
Do transponders use GPS?
The GNSS Transponder consists of a high performance Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver, communication processors, and a transceiver. The GNSS Transponder can be installed in any mobile unit such as aircraft, vehicles, vessels, and can also function as a base station/differential GPS (DGPS) station.
What are the three types of transponders?
Each transponder comes equipped with at least four basic functions: On, ALT, SBY, and Off.
There are three main types of transponders: A, C, and S.
- Transponder A: sends back a transponder code to ATC.
- Transponder C: sends a transponder code plus altitude information to ATC.
What are the two types of transponders?
Basically, there are two types of transponders. Those are Bent pipe transponders and Regenerative transponders.