Help Desk

▰ ABOUT

CAV Support Services also offer a Help Desk that provides users with technical assistance during connected and automated vehicle (CAV) testing and deployments. The help desk is also a resource for deployers who are looking to conduct testing and demonstrations at the Saxton Transportation and Operations Laboratory (STOL) testbed. Assistance and support are provided through email and phone exchanges and initiated by submitting a ticket.

To request more information regarding the Equipment Loan Program & Help Desk, deployers can email CAVSupportServices@dot.gov.

▰ SERVICES

The help desk can assist with the following services:

Device Configuration Support

Output review – assistance with submission of case and review of logs.
J2735 messages – assistance with interpretations of standard, content, and structure.

MAP/Traveler Information Message (TIM) Tool Application Support

Map/TIM generation tools issues or questions first-level support.

Device Testing Support

Dedicated short-range communications (DSRC) wireless sniffer access.
Global Positioning System (GPS) location support.
Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6) support.

Infrastructure Implementation Support

IPv6 network design recommendations.
Physical installation guidance.

Security Support

Network security guidance.
Security Credential Management System (SCMS) questions and updates.

V2XHub Support

Support for V2X Hub User Group.
V2X Hub installation and setup.

Other

Standards guidance and implementation.
System components and high-level architecture.
Troubleshooting devices.

▰ SUBMITTING A TICKET

To submit a request for technical support, please email CAVSupportServices@dot.gov. A member of our team will respond within 1 business day.

Requests specific to the USDOT Work Zone Data Exchange (WZDx) specification can be sent to WZDxSupport@dot.gov. Please visit Work Zone Data Exchange (WZDx) for more information on the WZDx.