Access system

The user-friendly NFC access system gives you secure and convenient access to your Mini Cabin and luggage compartments.  

NFC access system for a Mini Cabin

1. Open the door

To open the door, please hold your card up to the card reader until a green LED light comes on. 

Locked door of Mini Cabin

2. Locking the door

Once the door of your Mini Cabin is completely closed, it is also locked and can only be opened from the outside with the corresponding access card.

NFC card holder

3. Card holder

You can easily store your NFC access card in the card holder next to the door so that it is always within easy reach. Please leave the NFC access card in the card holder when you get off the train. 

Mini Cabin door retainer

4. Door retainer

You can keep the sliding door open during the journey by using the leather strap. To do this, please fasten the strap to the wall using the press stud. 

Open Mini Cabin connecting door

5. Connecting door

Travelling with others? Adjacent Mini Cabins can easily be connected to each other using the adjoining door. However, if you want some privacy, you can simply close and lock the connecting door.

Please note

As soon as the sliding door is locked from one side, it can no longer be opened from the other side. This means you always have total control over your privacy.

Luggage storage

Please take note of your Mini Cabin number: you will find a useful locker for your hand luggage (max. dimensions 40 x 55 x 23 cm) with the same number right next to your Mini Cabin. There is a separate, lockable compartment for your shoes (max. dimensions 18 x 57 x 15 cm). 

Passenger looks into left-luggage office
  • You will find a card reader next to the door of your Mini Cabin: to open your luggage compartments, please hold your card against the device until a green LED light illuminates on the corresponding luggage compartments. The compartment will remain unlocked as long as the green LED light is illuminated. Simply push the compartment closed to lock it; there is no need to lock it separately.
  • We recommend taking a small bag with the most important items directly into your Mini Cabin so that you have the essentials to hand. 
  • Please ensure that your luggage does not exceed the specified dimensions. Otherwise they must be stowed separately (limited space available). 

Features & services

Breakfast on folding table

1. Breakfast & catering

Mineral water and a Viennese breakfast, served in your compartment, are complimentary in the couchette coach. Additional drinks and snacks from the menu can be purchased from the train crew. 

A smartphone placed on the wireless charging surface

2. Wireless charging

Simply place your compatible smartphone or other device on the wireless charging surface and the charging process will start automatically.  

Folding table in Mini Cabin

3. Folding table/ mirror

The folding table can be slid forwards and backwards for maximum flexibility of use. When folded up, it can also be used as a mirror. 

Folding seat outside the Mini Cabin

4. Folding bench seat

There is a folding bench seat opposite the Mini Cabin. This can be used for putting on shoes, for example. 

Coat hooks in Mini Cabin

5. Coat hooks

Space-saving storage for jackets and bags: to use the coat hooks, press the lower part into the wall and the hook will unfold.  

Air vents in Mini Cabin

6. Air vents

You can adjust the ventilation as you wish using the air vents: these can be opened or closed to control the air flow as required.  

Ventilation slits in Mini Cabin

7. Ventilation slits

The temperature in the Mini Cabins is controlled using the ventilation slits. If you wish to change the temperature, please contact your train crew. 

Magazine rack with Railaxed Magazine

8. Magazine rack

In the magazine rack you will find our Safety Card and the Railaxed Magazine (in German) with lots of exciting travel tips. Small laptops or tablets can also be stowed in the magazine rack during the journey.

Blackout blind in Mini Cabin

9. Roller blind

Two roller blinds create a pleasant and quiet atmosphere inside the Mini Cabin. You can choose between a sun blind and a blackout blind. Both are easy to pull down and fasten so as to reduce the light levels in the Mini Cabin. 

Socket with charging cable

10. Power socket and light switch

You can use the sockets (230V plug and USB-A) to charge your devices while you are travelling. Use the light switch to switch the reading light on and off. 

Sleeping passengers in Mini Cabin

11. Wake-up call service

A reliable morning wake-up service can be provided. Simply let our train crew know that you would like this wake-up call.

Passenger browsing Railnet

12. Wi-Fi & Railnet

Use our free WLAN and the Railnet on-board portal: Simply log into the free "ÖBB" Wi-Fi on your smartphone, tablet or laptop while travelling, accept the terms of use and go to "Connect to Wi-Fi" or enter railnet.oebb.at in your browser.

Control panel instructions

In the Mini Cabin you will find a handy control panel with which you can adjust the light settings to your liking. Enjoy the perfect atmosphere for your trip!

The service call function is also available on the control panel. If needed, you can simply contact the train crew for assistance or to order food and drinks.

Control panel in Mini Cabin

Lighting control

  • 1. Main light on/off 
  • 2. Light dimmer: The light can be brightened or dimmed using the plus and minus buttons. 
  • 3. Colour settings: This is where you can adjust the lighting colour. You can choose from a variety of colour schemes here. 
  • 4. Service call: If the symbol is illuminated in red, the service call has been activated. Press the button again to deactivate it. 
  • 5. Toilet: If the symbol is illuminated in red, the toilet in this carriage is occupied.  
  • 6. Washroom: If the symbol is illuminated in red, the washroom is occupied. 
  • 7 and 8: Tactile icons for blind passengers 

In case of emergency

Alarm button in Mini Cabin

1. Alarm button

Please only press the red alarm button in an emergency! In the event of an emergency at night, our train crew can be found in the service compartment in the seat car. To place an order or for other requests, please use the service call function on the control panel.

Emergency hammer in Mini Cabin

2. Emergency hammer

Emergency hammers are located on board so that a window can be broken to provide an emergency exit in situations of immediate danger. However, only use them if the train crew gives you instructions to do so or if there is no other way to get off the train. 

Tip

You will find a safety card with escape routes and emergency exits in the magazine rack in the Mini Cabin.