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CINQ Edge User Quick Start Guide

2026-07-02T20:42:30Z

Admin:

== '''Connecting to Cinq Edge''' ==
Welcome to Cinq, your gateway to smarter rail monitoring and connected performance. By providing both historical and real-time insights, Cinq lets you know exactly what's on your sites and in motion to help your organization move from reactive problem solving to predictive planning.

=== '''Terminology''' ===
Before you connect to Cinq Edge, it is important to understand the following terminology:

* Cinq: The system where you view site activity, device data, and organizational settings. Cinq provides features to monitor communication status, review movement history, and manage your sites.
* CINQ Edge''':''' The hardware installed at the site (available in either solar or commercial-powered versions). The CINQ Edge device collects and sends movement, location, and communication data to the dashboard.

=== '''Initial orientation''' ===
As part of the installation and onboarding process for Cinq Edge, COMET Electronics assigns and configures each device before shipment. When your equipment arrives, it already is paired to your site and ready to activate.

Look for your welcome email from COMET Electronics that contains your company administrator username, temporary password, sign‑in link, and MFA (multifactor authentication) setup instructions.<blockquote>Contact [[Comet Support]] if you do not receive your welcome email within 24 hours of initiating your subscription.</blockquote>The company administrator role manages user accounts, assigns user roles and permissions, and maintains access for your organization. During onboarding, the company administrator assigns a site name to each Cinq Edge site. The company administrator also configures directional movement indicators may to match your operational terminology (for example, Inbound/Outbound, North/South, East/West). Once onboarding is complete, your organization is responsible for managing users in Cinq.

=== '''Cinq Edge Power and Startup Behavior''' ===
Your Cinq Edge’s startup behavior will differ based on its power type:

* Commercial‑powered: Activates immediately once powered.
* Solar‑powered: May need between two and 10 hours of direct sunlight to fully charge and establish connectivity. While Cinq Edge is charging, movement activity, communication status, and GPS location do not appear in Cinq. These details populate in Cinq automatically once Cinq Edge is fully powered and communication and GPS signals are established.

<blockquote>If Cinq fails to display GPS data for two days after initial startup of Cinq Edge, contact [[Comet Support]] for assistance.</blockquote>For complete details on how to install Cinq Edge, see the [[CINQ Edge Installation Manual]] topic.

== Viewing Your Cinq Edge sites ==
After you sign in, Cinq displays the Cinq Edge sites associated with your company account.

To ensure that your dashboard is functioning as expected, verify that the following details are displayed:

* Your Cinq Edge site(s).
* Site details and movement activity.

<blockquote>Contact your company administrator if your assigned site or permissions appear incorrect.</blockquote>The map view displays color-coded icons based on your site type to indicate live status and operational activity:

* Cinq Edge: Sites are displayed using grey icons.
* Full-Scale RailNet AEI''':''' Sites are displayed as green, yellow, orange, or red icons based on current site status and activity levels.

[[file:CEwidedashboard.png|500px|center|thumb|Grey icons designate Cinq Edge sites.]]

== Viewing Site Details ==
Select CINQ Edge on the left navigation pane to access the list of your Cinq Edge device(s).
[[File:Screenshot 2026-04-06 105441.png|center]]

Selecting a device allows you to:

* Review equipment moves.
* View site details and configuration information.
* Monitor messages sent from Cinq Edge.
* View site naming and directional movement configuration.
* You can also open your Cinq Edge sites by selecting '''Cinq Edge''' from the left navigation menu.

== Monitoring Railroad Equipment ==
Select Railroad Equipment on the left navigation pane to view railroad equipment activity for your Cinq Edge site(s).

From this view you can:

* See equipment movements detected at the site.
* Review equipment activity and movement history.

* Export movement records to Excel for operational analysis and reporting.

Movement records populate automatically as railroad equipment passes the Cinq Edge site. During initial startup and activation, movement activity may take time to appear.

Your company administrator can customize movement directions to align with your operational terminology, such as:

* Inbound/Outbound
* North/South
* East/West

Movement history and equipment visibility will continue to increase over time as Cinq Edge detects and transmits activity to Cinq.[[File:Screenshot 2026-04-06 105644.png|center|800x800px|border]]
[[File:Screenshot 2026-04-06 105757.png|center|border|800x800px]]

== Track Zones ==
<blockquote>'''NOTE:''' Track Zones are optional and not configured for all Cinq Edge deployments.</blockquote>Track Zones allow your organization to group and monitor specific operational areas for:

* Movement tracking.
* Inventory visibility.
* Operational monitoring.

If track zones are configured for your Cinq Edge site, select '''Track Zones''' from the left navigation pane to view the zones.

Select a track zone name to view:

* Track zone movements.
* Track Zone inventory.
* Movement history associated with the selected zone.
* Movement and inventory information are updated automatically when Cinq Edge detects activity and transmits it to the Cinq. 

[[File:Screenshot 2026-04-06 105853.png|center|border|800x800px]]

CINQ Edge User Quick Start Guide

2026-07-02T20:36:41Z

Admin: /* Track Zones */

== '''Connecting to Cinq Edge''' ==
Welcome to Cinq, your gateway to smarter rail monitoring and connected performance. By providing both historical and real-time insights, Cinq lets you know exactly what's on your sites and in motion to help your organization move from reactive problem solving to predictive planning.

=== '''Terminology''' ===
Before you connect to Cinq Edge, it is important to understand the following terminology:

* Cinq: The system where you view site activity, device data, and organizational settings. Cinq provides features to monitor communication status, review movement history, and manage your sites.
* CINQ Edge''':''' The hardware installed at the site (available in either solar or commercial-powered versions). The CINQ Edge device collects and sends movement, location, and communication data to the dashboard.

=== '''Initial orientation''' ===
As part of the installation and onboarding process for Cinq Edge, COMET Electronics assigns and configures each device before shipment. When your equipment arrives, it already is paired to your site and ready to activate.

Look for your welcome email from COMET Electronics that contains your company administrator username, temporary password, sign‑in link, and MFA (multifactor authentication) setup instructions.<blockquote>Contact [[Comet Support]] if you do not receive your welcome email within 24 hours of initiating your subscription.</blockquote>The company administrator role manages user accounts, assigns user roles and permissions, and maintains access for your organization. During onboarding, the company administrator assigns a site name to each Cinq Edge site. The company administrator also configures directional movement indicators may to match your operational terminology (for example, Inbound/Outbound, North/South, East/West). Once onboarding is complete, your organization is responsible for managing users in Cinq.

=== '''Cinq Edge Power and Startup Behavior''' ===
Your Cinq Edge’s startup behavior will differ based on its power type:

* Commercial‑powered: Activates immediately once powered.
* Solar‑powered: May need between two and 10 hours of direct sunlight to fully charge and establish connectivity. While Cinq Edge is charging, movement activity, communication status, and GPS location do not appear in Cinq. These details populate in Cinq automatically once Cinq Edge is fully powered and communication and GPS signals are established.

<blockquote>If Cinq fails to display GPS data for two days after initial startup of Cinq Edge, contact [[Comet Support]] for assistance.</blockquote>

== Viewing Your Cinq Edge sites ==
After you sign in, Cinq displays the Cinq Edge sites associated with your company account.

To ensure that your dashboard is functioning as expected, verify that the following details are displayed:

* Your Cinq Edge site(s).
* Site details and movement activity.

<blockquote>Contact your company administrator if your assigned site or permissions appear incorrect.</blockquote>The map view displays color-coded icons based on your site type to indicate live status and operational activity:

* Cinq Edge: Sites are displayed using grey icons.
* Full-Scale RailNet AEI''':''' Sites are displayed as green, yellow, orange, or red icons based on current site status and activity levels.

[[file:CEwidedashboard.png|500px|center|thumb|Grey icons designate Cinq Edge sites.]]

== Viewing Site Details ==
Select CINQ Edge on the left navigation pane to access the list of your Cinq Edge device(s).
[[File:Screenshot 2026-04-06 105441.png|center]]

Selecting a device allows you to:

* Review equipment moves.
* View site details and configuration information.
* Monitor messages sent from Cinq Edge.
* View site naming and directional movement configuration.
* You can also open your Cinq Edge sites by selecting '''Cinq Edge''' from the left navigation menu.

== Monitoring Railroad Equipment ==
Select Railroad Equipment on the left navigation pane to view railroad equipment activity for your Cinq Edge site(s).

From this view you can:

* See equipment movements detected at the site.
* Review equipment activity and movement history.

* Export movement records to Excel for operational analysis and reporting.

Movement records populate automatically as railroad equipment passes the Cinq Edge site. During initial startup and activation, movement activity may take time to appear.

Your company administrator can customize movement directions to align with your operational terminology, such as:

* Inbound/Outbound
* North/South
* East/West

Movement history and equipment visibility will continue to increase over time as Cinq Edge detects and transmits activity to Cinq.[[File:Screenshot 2026-04-06 105644.png|center|800x800px|border]]
[[File:Screenshot 2026-04-06 105757.png|center|border|800x800px]]

== Track Zones ==
<blockquote>'''NOTE:''' Track Zones are optional and not configured for all Cinq Edge deployments.</blockquote>Track Zones allow your organization to group and monitor specific operational areas for:

* Movement tracking.
* Inventory visibility.
* Operational monitoring.

If track zones are configured for your Cinq Edge site, select '''Track Zones''' from the left navigation pane to view the zones.

Select a track zone name to view:

* Track zone movements.
* Track Zone inventory.
* Movement history associated with the selected zone.
* Movement and inventory information are updated automatically when Cinq Edge detects activity and transmits it to the Cinq. 

[[File:Screenshot 2026-04-06 105853.png|center|border|800x800px]]

CINQ Edge User Quick Start Guide

2026-07-02T20:35:33Z

Admin: /* Track Zones */

== '''Connecting to Cinq Edge''' ==
Welcome to Cinq, your gateway to smarter rail monitoring and connected performance. By providing both historical and real-time insights, Cinq lets you know exactly what's on your sites and in motion to help your organization move from reactive problem solving to predictive planning.

=== '''Terminology''' ===
Before you connect to Cinq Edge, it is important to understand the following terminology:

* Cinq: The system where you view site activity, device data, and organizational settings. Cinq provides features to monitor communication status, review movement history, and manage your sites.
* CINQ Edge''':''' The hardware installed at the site (available in either solar or commercial-powered versions). The CINQ Edge device collects and sends movement, location, and communication data to the dashboard.

=== '''Initial orientation''' ===
As part of the installation and onboarding process for Cinq Edge, COMET Electronics assigns and configures each device before shipment. When your equipment arrives, it already is paired to your site and ready to activate.

Look for your welcome email from COMET Electronics that contains your company administrator username, temporary password, sign‑in link, and MFA (multifactor authentication) setup instructions.<blockquote>Contact [[Comet Support]] if you do not receive your welcome email within 24 hours of initiating your subscription.</blockquote>The company administrator role manages user accounts, assigns user roles and permissions, and maintains access for your organization. During onboarding, the company administrator assigns a site name to each Cinq Edge site. The company administrator also configures directional movement indicators may to match your operational terminology (for example, Inbound/Outbound, North/South, East/West). Once onboarding is complete, your organization is responsible for managing users in Cinq.

=== '''Cinq Edge Power and Startup Behavior''' ===
Your Cinq Edge’s startup behavior will differ based on its power type:

* Commercial‑powered: Activates immediately once powered.
* Solar‑powered: May need between two and 10 hours of direct sunlight to fully charge and establish connectivity. While Cinq Edge is charging, movement activity, communication status, and GPS location do not appear in Cinq. These details populate in Cinq automatically once Cinq Edge is fully powered and communication and GPS signals are established.

<blockquote>If Cinq fails to display GPS data for two days after initial startup of Cinq Edge, contact [[Comet Support]] for assistance.</blockquote>

== Viewing Your Cinq Edge sites ==
After you sign in, Cinq displays the Cinq Edge sites associated with your company account.

To ensure that your dashboard is functioning as expected, verify that the following details are displayed:

* Your Cinq Edge site(s).
* Site details and movement activity.

<blockquote>Contact your company administrator if your assigned site or permissions appear incorrect.</blockquote>The map view displays color-coded icons based on your site type to indicate live status and operational activity:

* Cinq Edge: Sites are displayed using grey icons.
* Full-Scale RailNet AEI''':''' Sites are displayed as green, yellow, orange, or red icons based on current site status and activity levels.

[[file:CEwidedashboard.png|500px|center|thumb|Grey icons designate Cinq Edge sites.]]

== Viewing Site Details ==
Select CINQ Edge on the left navigation pane to access the list of your Cinq Edge device(s).
[[File:Screenshot 2026-04-06 105441.png|center]]

Selecting a device allows you to:

* Review equipment moves.
* View site details and configuration information.
* Monitor messages sent from Cinq Edge.
* View site naming and directional movement configuration.
* You can also open your Cinq Edge sites by selecting '''Cinq Edge''' from the left navigation menu.

== Monitoring Railroad Equipment ==
Select Railroad Equipment on the left navigation pane to view railroad equipment activity for your Cinq Edge site(s).

From this view you can:

* See equipment movements detected at the site.
* Review equipment activity and movement history.

* Export movement records to Excel for operational analysis and reporting.

Movement records populate automatically as railroad equipment passes the Cinq Edge site. During initial startup and activation, movement activity may take time to appear.

Your company administrator can customize movement directions to align with your operational terminology, such as:

* Inbound/Outbound
* North/South
* East/West

Movement history and equipment visibility will continue to increase over time as Cinq Edge detects and transmits activity to Cinq.[[File:Screenshot 2026-04-06 105644.png|center|800x800px|border]]
[[File:Screenshot 2026-04-06 105757.png|center|border|800x800px]]

== Track Zones ==
<blockquote>'''NOTE:''' Track Zones are optional and not configured for all Cinq Edge deployments.</blockquote>Track Zones allow your organization to group and monitor specific operational areas for:

Movement tracking.

Inventory visibility.

Operational monitoring.

If track zones are configured for your Cinq Edge site, select '''Track Zones''' from the left pane to view the zones. (Customer configures, can be configured)

Select a track zone name to view:

Track zone movements[CS1] .

Track Zone inventory

Movement history associated with the selected zone.

Movement and inventory information are updated automatically when Cinq Edge detects activity and transmits it to the Cinq.
----[CS1]Real-time movements?

[[File:Screenshot 2026-04-06 105853.png|center|border|800x800px]]

 '''When you have finished using the CINQ platform, you may Log Out at the bottom of the lefthand navigation menu.'''

CINQ Edge User Quick Start Guide

2026-07-02T20:33:20Z

Admin:

== '''Connecting to Cinq Edge''' ==
Welcome to Cinq, your gateway to smarter rail monitoring and connected performance. By providing both historical and real-time insights, Cinq lets you know exactly what's on your sites and in motion to help your organization move from reactive problem solving to predictive planning.

=== '''Terminology''' ===
Before you connect to Cinq Edge, it is important to understand the following terminology:

* Cinq: The system where you view site activity, device data, and organizational settings. Cinq provides features to monitor communication status, review movement history, and manage your sites.
* CINQ Edge''':''' The hardware installed at the site (available in either solar or commercial-powered versions). The CINQ Edge device collects and sends movement, location, and communication data to the dashboard.

=== '''Initial orientation''' ===
As part of the installation and onboarding process for Cinq Edge, COMET Electronics assigns and configures each device before shipment. When your equipment arrives, it already is paired to your site and ready to activate.

Look for your welcome email from COMET Electronics that contains your company administrator username, temporary password, sign‑in link, and MFA (multifactor authentication) setup instructions.<blockquote>Contact [[Comet Support]] if you do not receive your welcome email within 24 hours of initiating your subscription.</blockquote>The company administrator role manages user accounts, assigns user roles and permissions, and maintains access for your organization. During onboarding, the company administrator assigns a site name to each Cinq Edge site. The company administrator also configures directional movement indicators may to match your operational terminology (for example, Inbound/Outbound, North/South, East/West). Once onboarding is complete, your organization is responsible for managing users in Cinq.

=== '''Cinq Edge Power and Startup Behavior''' ===
Your Cinq Edge’s startup behavior will differ based on its power type:

* Commercial‑powered: Activates immediately once powered.
* Solar‑powered: May need between two and 10 hours of direct sunlight to fully charge and establish connectivity. While Cinq Edge is charging, movement activity, communication status, and GPS location do not appear in Cinq. These details populate in Cinq automatically once Cinq Edge is fully powered and communication and GPS signals are established.

<blockquote>If Cinq fails to display GPS data for two days after initial startup of Cinq Edge, contact [[Comet Support]] for assistance.</blockquote>

== Viewing Your Cinq Edge sites ==
After you sign in, Cinq displays the Cinq Edge sites associated with your company account.

To ensure that your dashboard is functioning as expected, verify that the following details are displayed:

* Your Cinq Edge site(s).
* Site details and movement activity.

<blockquote>Contact your company administrator if your assigned site or permissions appear incorrect.</blockquote>The map view displays color-coded icons based on your site type to indicate live status and operational activity:

* Cinq Edge: Sites are displayed using grey icons.
* Full-Scale RailNet AEI''':''' Sites are displayed as green, yellow, orange, or red icons based on current site status and activity levels.

[[file:CEwidedashboard.png|500px|center|thumb|Grey icons designate Cinq Edge sites.]]

== Viewing Site Details ==
Select CINQ Edge on the left navigation pane to access the list of your Cinq Edge device(s).
[[File:Screenshot 2026-04-06 105441.png|center]]

Selecting a device allows you to:

* Review equipment moves.
* View site details and configuration information.
* Monitor messages sent from Cinq Edge.
* View site naming and directional movement configuration.
* You can also open your Cinq Edge sites by selecting '''Cinq Edge''' from the left navigation menu.

== Monitoring Railroad Equipment ==
Select Railroad Equipment on the left navigation pane to view railroad equipment activity for your Cinq Edge site(s).

From this view you can:

* See equipment movements detected at the site.
* Review equipment activity and movement history.

* Export movement records to Excel for operational analysis and reporting.

Movement records populate automatically as railroad equipment passes the Cinq Edge site. During initial startup and activation, movement activity may take time to appear.

Your company administrator can customize movement directions to align with your operational terminology, such as:

* Inbound/Outbound
* North/South
* East/West

Movement history and equipment visibility will continue to increase over time as Cinq Edge detects and transmits activity to Cinq.[[File:Screenshot 2026-04-06 105644.png|center|800x800px|border]]
[[File:Screenshot 2026-04-06 105757.png|center|border|800x800px]]

== Track Zones ==
If your Admin has set up Track Zones for your site(s), you can click on Track Zone to view a list of them. Click on the blue Zone Name to see a list of Track Zone Movements or Track Zone Inventory.

[[File:Screenshot 2026-04-06 105853.png|center|border|800x800px]]

 '''When you have finished using the CINQ platform, you may Log Out at the bottom of the lefthand navigation menu.'''

CINQ Edge User Quick Start Guide

2026-07-02T20:03:43Z

Admin:

== '''Connecting to Cinq Edge''' ==
Welcome to Cinq, your gateway to smarter rail monitoring and connected performance. By providing both historical and real-time insights, Cinq lets you know exactly what's on your sites and in motion to help your organization move from reactive problem solving to predictive planning.

=== '''Terminology''' ===
Before you connect to Cinq Edge, it is important to understand the following terminology:

* Cinq: The system where you view site activity, device data, and organizational settings. Cinq provides features to monitor communication status, review movement history, and manage your sites.
* CINQ Edge''':''' The hardware installed at the site (available in either solar or commercial-powered versions). The CINQ Edge device collects and sends movement, location, and communication data to the dashboard.

=== '''Initial orientation''' ===
As part of the installation and onboarding process for Cinq Edge, COMET Electronics assigns and configures each device before shipment. When your equipment arrives, it already is paired to your site and ready to activate.

Look for your welcome email from COMET Electronics that contains your company administrator username, temporary password, sign‑in link, and MFA (multifactor authentication) setup instructions.<blockquote>Contact [[Comet Support]] if you do not receive your welcome email within 24 hours of initiating your subscription.</blockquote>The company administrator role manages user accounts, assigns user roles and permissions, and maintains access for your organization. During onboarding, the company administrator assigns a site name to each Cinq Edge site. The company administrator also configures directional movement indicators may to match your operational terminology (for example, Inbound/Outbound, North/South, East/West). Once onboarding is complete, your organization is responsible for managing users in Cinq.

=== '''Cinq Edge Power and Startup Behavior''' ===
Your Cinq Edge’s startup behavior will differ based on its power type:

* Commercial‑powered: Activates immediately once powered.
* Solar‑powered: May need between two and 10 hours of direct sunlight to fully charge and establish connectivity. While Cinq Edge is charging, movement activity, communication status, and GPS location do not appear in Cinq. These details populate in Cinq automatically once Cinq Edge is fully powered and communication and GPS signals are established.

<blockquote>If Cinq fails to display GPS data for two days after initial startup of Cinq Edge, contact [[Comet Support]] for assistance.</blockquote>

== Signing in to Cinq ==
To access Cinq, go to the following web address: <nowiki>https://insight.railrsm.com/</nowiki>

Sign in with your assigned username and password.

After you sign in, Cinq sends a one‑time verification code to your registered email address as part of multifactor authentication (MFA). Enter the verification code when prompted to finish signing in.

'''NOTE:''' If you can’t access your account or don’t receive the verification email, contact your company administrator or Comet Electronics support for help.

== Your Dashboard ==
After signing in, you will land on the Dashboard for your Account. Icons for AEI sites registered to your Company will appear here. This includes full-scale RailNet sites, which will be Green, Yellow, Orange or Red. CINQ Edge sites are marked by grey icons.  
[[file:CEwidedashboard.png|500px|center|thumb|CINQ Edge sites are marked with a grey icon. Your company may not have any RailNet sites registered, and no colored icons would appear.]]

== Details ==
If you click on the grey icon, a message with the name of the site will pop up. Click "See Details" on that popup. This will take you to the main page for the site where you can access Equipment Moves, Details about the site and Messages that were sent to the cloud by CINQ Edge.
[[File:Click_on_Icon_bigger.JPG|center]]

 '''You can also access your site by selecting the “CINQ Edge” button on the lefthand navigation menu. ''' 
[[File:Screenshot 2026-04-06 105441.png|center]]

== Railroad Equipment ==
The second button on the lefthand navigation is labeled “Railroad Equipment. Select this button to see a List of all movements or a list of Railroad Equipment that passed your CINQ Edge site. (The Movements list can be downloaded in Excel format.) 
[[File:Screenshot 2026-04-06 105644.png|center|1359x1359px]]
[[File:Screenshot 2026-04-06 105757.png|center]]

== Track Zones ==
If your Admin has set up Track Zones for your site(s), you can click on Track Zone to view a list of them. Click on the blue Zone Name to see a list of Track Zone Movements or Track Zone Inventory.

[[File:Screenshot 2026-04-06 105853.png|center]]

 '''When you have finished using the CINQ platform, you may Log Out at the bottom of the lefthand navigation menu.'''

Service Bulletins

2026-07-02T18:18:16Z

Admin:

*[[480077 Field Service Bulletin - Resolve Cinq Login Issue]]
*[[480074 Install Critical RailNET T10 Software Update 5.3.5.33]]
*[https://docdepot.railrsm.com/index.php?title=480073_FSB_Multiple_Source_DNS_Issue&oldid=2086 480073 FSB Multiple Source DNS Issue]
*[https://docdepot.railrsm.com/index.php/480070_Field_Service_Bulletin_-_Software_Compatibility_for_Porting_Parameters_on_T10_-_9-18-2025 480070 Field Service Bulletin – Software Compatibility for Porting Parameters on T10 (9-18-2025)]
*[[4480063 Release Service Bulletin Dual Frauscher Bracket Failure Investigation|480063 Release Service Bulletin Dual Frauscher Bracket Failure Investigation]]
*[https://docdepot.railrsm.com/index.php/480056_PROC-339_Service_Bulletin 480056 PROC-339 Service Bulletin]
*[[480074 Install Critical RailNET T10 Software Update 5.3.5.33|480054 Service Bulletin PROC0338]]
*[https://docdepot.railrsm.com/index.php/480053_WC_Security_Bulletin 480053 WC Security Bulletin]
*[https://docdepot.railrsm.com/index.php/480009_FSB_APU102_Presence_Circuit_Failure_Detection 480009 FSB APU102 Presence Circuit Failure Detection]
*[https://docdepot.railrsm.com/index.php/480007_FSB_Installing_and_Programming_the_Reno_L-1300_Series_Presence_Detector 480007 FSB Installing and Programming the Reno L-1300 Series Presence Detector]
*[https://docdepot.railrsm.com/index.php/480006_FSB_Installing_and_Configuring_the_Z3_Plus_with_TTA-3 480006 FSB Installing and Configuring the Z3 Plus with TTA-3]
*[https://docdepot.railrsm.com/index.php/480001_Removal_of_On-Board_Battery_from_LX-800_Processor 480001 Removal of On-Board Battery from LX-800 Processor]

CINQ Edge Installation Manual

2025-05-29T13:58:16Z

Admin: Created page with "= Introduction = WelcomeX to the installation guide for your new SensorLink system. This article provides instructions to ensure a safe and efficient installation. Safety is paramount throughout this process. Railroad environments present unique hazards, and strict adherence to all safety protocols is mandatory. Precise workmanship is equally critical for the reliable operation of this SensorLink system. Carefully follow each step, double-check connections, and ensure al..."

= Introduction =
WelcomeX to the installation guide for your new SensorLink system. This article provides instructions to ensure a safe and efficient installation. Safety is paramount throughout this process. Railroad environments present unique hazards, and strict adherence to all safety protocols is mandatory. Precise workmanship is equally critical for the reliable operation of this SensorLink system. Carefully follow each step, double-check connections, and ensure all components are securely mounted. Your diligence in both safety and workmanship will guarantee a successful and long-lasting installation. 

Safety Statement

Site Work Requirements

 [[Appendix G - Glossary|Common Vocabulary]]
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== Scope of Supply ==

This installation package includes all necessary components for the complete installation of youe SensorLink system.

'''Provided Components:'''
*SensorLink Assembly
*4x4 Galvanized Metal Post
*Conduit and Fittings for system connections
*RFID Antennas
*Frauscher Wheel detector and accessories
*Radar Presence kit 

== Tools and Materials Needed ==

Installer will be required to provide the following.
*200lbs sack concrete (recommended)
*Basic hand tools (imperial and metric)
*Two-person auger w/ 8" diameter bit 

== Process Overview ==
The following is a general installation process overview for a SensorLink system, broken down into key stages:
#Site Preparation and Planning:
##Site Survey: Conduct a thorough site survey to determine optimal reader and antenna placement, identify potential obstructions, and assess power and cabling pathways.
##Permitting and Approvals: Obtain all necessary permits and approvals from relevant authorities.
##Safety Planning: Develop a detailed safety plan, including emergency response procedures as sites are often remote.
##Material Acquisition: Gather all required materials, including those provided in the scope of supply and those the installer is responsible for (concrete, electrical supplies, tools, etc.).
#Post and Ground Rod Installation
#SensorLink Subsystem Assembly
#Electrical Installation
#System Configuration and Commissioning (Optimization)
##Power-Up and Initial Checks: Power on the system and perform initial checks to verify proper operation. 
##Tag Testing: Perform tag testing to verify accurate tag reads and system performance.
##Data Verification: Verify that the system is transmitting data correctly to the designated data collection system.
#Final Inspection and Documentation:
##Final Inspection: Conduct a thorough final inspection to ensure all components are properly installed and functioning.
##Documentation: Complete all necessary documentation and optimization checklist. 

= Site Considerations =

*Site should be readily accessible to nearby roads to facilitate maintenance.
*Site should be located near commercial power source.
*Site should be located with consideration to the availability of appropriate communication facilities for system reporting and maintenance (cell coverage).
*Site should be located to avoid discontinuities in the track structure (joints, switches, grade or rail crossings) in the immediate vicinity of the AEI system.

*Site should provide sufficient space to install wayside equipment with respect to railroad clearance restriction requirements.
*The site should be located in order to satisfy railroad application requirements and with a consideration of the communication and processing lead-time required by the user of the AEI data.
*When feasible, multiple track locations should be located where track centers are greatest in order to locate antennas such that AEI tag read time is maximized. Where feasible, the number of tracks should be minimized.
*High vandalism areas should be avoided.
*Avoid low areas where flooding may occur.
*Consideration should be given to consolidation with other types of railroad installations such as defect detectors.
*Site selections should be made with an understanding of the railroad traffic patterns. Where feasible, site selection should avoid locations where stopping, reverse moves, doubling, or light engine movements occur frequently.
*If feasible, sites should be located to avoid potential sources of interference including large metallic objects and obstructions in close proximity to the reading area, reflective surfaces, and high voltage power lines, and other fixed and portable AEI reader systems.
*In order to reduce the potential for interference and subsequent performance degradation, site selection should be made to avoid having two AEI systems powered on at the same frequency at the same time. Two like frequencies should be kept a minimum of 1,500 Ft. apart. AEI transmitter frequencies are: 902.25 MHz, 903.75 MHz, 910.00 MHz, '''911.50 MHz''', 913.00 MHz, 915.00 MHz, 917.00 MHz, 918.50 MHz, 920.00 MHz, and 921.25 MHz 

= Pre-construction =

#Determine the transducer location first. This is the center of the site. The center of the transducer must be located between two ties.  This allows for the transducer claw to clamp under the rail.
#Mark the 4x4 post locations. Posts should be directly out from the transducer 12 feet 6 inches from center of track.

Before digging, contact a qualified utility locator service. Utilities need to be marked before digging to safely avoid them. 
See below a non-comprehensive list of utility locator services. Local authorities need to be notified before work begins.
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Comet Industries is not affiliated with or endorsed by any of the service providers listed.

= Earthwork =
Two 4x4 galvanized posts and 1" Sealtight conduit need to be installed below grade.

'''Post holes'''
*Hole centered 12 feet 6 inches from center of rail.
*Hole must be 8" diameter and 3' deep.
'''Scratching'''
*All conduit must be laid 3" below top of soil.
*One 3" deep conduit channel is needed between the two post holes. 
'''SITE LAYOUT DIAGRAM'''

'''SITE ELEVATION DIAGRAM'''

= Posts =
4x4 galvanized posts [[400072]] with post caps [[400079]] will be installed on each side of the track.

Posts should be setback per layout, 12 foot 6 inches from center of track. They should be angled parallel with track. Both posts should be set in 100lbs of sack concrete and covered in native backfill. In most cases, adding dry concrete is sufficient. No need to cure before completing installation. Posts are to be hand backfilled and tamped, checking and adjusting for plumb, square, and level.

*Install post cap on one end of the post prior to erecting the post. A cap should be installed on both posts.
*Set the post in ballast, capped end upright.
*Mark on the posts 42.5" from top of rail. This marks where the RF antennas will be placed later.

= Ground Rods =
Drive the ground rods [[400421]] directly after back-fill before further assembly to help keep a clear workspace. If you mushroom the head of the rod during installation, it will need to be ground back to profile in order to CADweld the bonding wire to it. '''NEED PLACEMENT DIAGRAM'''

*Drive one ground rod 2-6" from each post.
*Ground Rods should be driven to 4-8" above grade.

= Subsystem Install =

== Solar Panel ==
[[image:img1745655521408.jpeg|300px|right|frameless]]

When attaching the solar panel, be aware of its position relative to the sun. In the northern hemisphere, south facing solar panels allow for optimal exposure to the sun. Depending on positioning of the rail, optimal placement may not be possible.

* Assemble brackets onto solar panel.
* Attach to nearside post using provided U-bolts according to optimal placement.

== Radar Presence Detector ==
The radar must be attached to the nearside post, facing the rail. '''PHOTO NEEDED, MORE PRODUCT INFO NEEDED'''

*Attach radar facing the track, using provided U-bolts, to nearside post.

== SensorLink Enclosure ==
The system is ready for the mounting of the SensorLink Enclosure ''' [INSERT PART NUMBER]'''.

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Before attaching the enclosure, mark on the nearside post where the enclosure will be attached. Ideal placement of the SensorLink enclosure will ensure accessibility when working inside the enclosure later. The SensorLink enclosure should be attached on the side of the post that is opposite to the track.

'''[INSERT ORIENTATION DIAGRAM]'''

*Attach to nearside post using provided U-Bolts on the side of the post opposite to the track.

 

== Antenna Mounting ==

[[image:img1745561367454.jpeg|300px|right|frameless]]

'''NEED DIAGRAMS''' Two ParaPanel Antennas [[400942]] need to be installed, one on each post. The vertical center of the antenna should be 42 inches above top of rail, facing the track. If the posts were marked during [[#Posts|Posts]], the mark can be used to aid in mounting the antennas at the proper height.

Note: Mounting hardware for the parapanel antenna is stainless steel. Caution should be taken to avoid thread galling.  This includes thread lubrication (best case "anti-seize"), and careful handling.
*Attach L-brackets to the back of the antennas using provided screws.
*Mount the nearside antenna first. The antenna should be attached facing the track, opposite the SensorLink enclosure. 
**The provided plate sits against the long side of the L-bracket.
**The U-bolts attach around the tower post.
*Attach the second antenna directly across from the first in the same manner.

= Antenna Connections =
Sealtight conduit [[400514|400514]] is used to connect the RF antennas to the SensorLink enclosure. Sealtight conduit is provided in the kit for this purpose.

The conduit should be laid in the 3" deep channel made in [[#Earthwork|Earthwork]].

= Wheel Sensor =
[[image:img1745544101928.jpeg|300px|right|frameless]]

Refer to [[Frauscher Wheel Detector Installation and Optimization]] for instruction on installing the wheel sensor to the rail. The mounting point on the track should be in line with the antennas as much as possible.
*Cut the Frauscher's protective hose to the appropriate length and install using the grey cable fitting on the bottom of the enclosure.
*Cut the sensor wire to length, (with a service loop) and landed in the enclosure '''as shown'''. '''NEED PHOTO/DIAGRAM'''

= Presence Detector Connections =
'''Materials Needed'''

'''Tools Needed'''

= Electrical Connections =

== Grounding Connections ==
'''Materials Needed'''
*No. 6 Bare Copper Wire
'''Tools Needed'''
*Wire cutter 
'''Procedure'''
#On the nearside post, partially unscrew the grounding lug's inner bolt and insert copper wire. Secure wire by tightening the inner bolt.
#Secure wire to grounding rod with grounding rod clamp.
#Cut the copper wire on the excess side of the grounding rod. 
#On the farside, screw ground lug to antenna.
#Repeat steps 1-3 on the farside post.

== Solar Panel Connections ==
[[image:img1745544101928.jpeg|300px|right|frameless]]
Connections from the solar panel should be run to the enclosure. The cables should run through the second and third black cable fittings. The cable fittings are found on the bottom of the enclosure.

== Batteries ==
An area inside the SensorLink enclosure has been marked for battery [[400266|400266]] placement.

*Install the battery in the marked area.
*Connect the battery using the color codes (Black -)(Red +)

= Final Inspection =
Calibrating the wheel sensor, checking the reader and reporting to RSM. '''NEEDS MORE INFORMATION'''

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'''Assembly, Parapanel with check tag;'''
= General =
= Features =
= Applications =
The Parapanel antenna is used on the RailNET system as the standard unrestricted antenna. This antenna is fitted with a check tag to verify operation, and a dual latch cover base to attach a metallic flexible conduit.
= Specifications =
== Dimensions ==
== Power ==
== Connections ==
*Mounting kit for flat or tube mount
*Antenna connection Type N female.

== Compliance ==
== Licensing ==
== Environmental ==
=== Operating Temperature ===
=== Storage Temperature ===
=== Ingress Protection ===
=== Vibration ===
=== Shock ===

= More Information =
[[media:400951dwg.pdf|Assembly Drawing]] 
[[media:ParapanelInfo.pdf|Antenna Performance]]

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'''Assembly, Parapanel with check tag;'''
= General =
= Features =
= Applications =
The Parapanel antenna is used on the RailNET system as the standard unrestricted antenna. This antenna is fitted with a check tag to verify operation, and a dual latch cover base to attach a metallic flexible conduit.
= Specifications =
== Dimensions ==
== Power ==
== Connections ==
Mounting kit for flat or tube mount

Antenna connection Type N female.
== Compliance ==
== Licensing ==
== Environmental ==
=== Operating Temperature ===
=== Storage Temperature ===
=== Ingress Protection ===
=== Vibration ===
=== Shock ===

= More Information =
[[media:400951dwg.pdf|Assembly Drawing]] 
[[media:ParapanelInfo.pdf|Antenna Performance]]

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[[Special:Whatlinkshere/400951]] 
'''Assembly, Parapanel with check tag;'''
=General=
=Features=
=Applications=
The Parapanel antenna is used on the RailNET system as the standard unrestricted antenna. This antenna is fitted with a check tag to verify operation, and a dual latch cover base to attach a metallic flexible conduit.

=Accessories=
=Specifications=
==Dimensions==
==Power==
==Connections==
==Communication==
==Compliance==
==Safety==
==Licensing==
==Environmental==
===Operating Temperature===
===Storage Temperature===
===Ingress Protection===
===Vibration===
===Shock===

=More Information=
[[media:400951dwg.pdf|Assembly Drawing]] 
[[media:ParapanelInfo.pdf|Antenna Performance]]

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'''Assembly, Parapanel with check tag;'''
=General=
=Features=
=Applications=
=Accessories=
=Specifications=
==Dimensions==
==Power==
==Connections==
==Communication==
==Compliance==
==Safety==
==Licensing==
==Environmental==
===Operating Temperature===
===Storage Temperature===
===Ingress Protection===
===Vibration===
===Shock===

=More Information=
[[media:400951dwg.pdf|Assembly Drawing]] 
[[media:ParapanelInfo.pdf|Antenna Performance]]

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'''Single Line Description '''
=General=
=Features=
=Applications=
=Accessories=
=Specifications=
==Dimensions==
==Power==
==Connections==
==Communication==
==Compliance==
==Safety==
==Licensing==
==Environmental==
===Operating Temperature===
===Storage Temperature===
===Ingress Protection===
===Vibration===
===Shock===

=More Information=

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[[image:img1740568753739.jpeg|thumb|600px|center]]

 

[[Appendix G - Glossary|Common Vocabulary]]

= Site Considerations =
== Pre-construction ==

#Determine the transducer location first. This is the center of the site. The center of the transducer must be located between two ties.  This allows for the transducer claw to clamp under the rail.
#Mark the tower locations.  Tower Foundations should be directly out from the transducer 11 feet 6 inches from center of track.

Diagram Needed

== Areas to Avoid ==
Comet Electronics recommends that the following site areas are avoided. Use this list as a guide only. Since all installations are unique in some manner, avoiding these areas is not always possible. A survey of each site should be done to determine preferred equipment locations, conduit runs, and antenna configuration based upon the particular application. The user and the system integrator must ensure correct and accurate system operation in the event the areas described below cannot be avoided.
*Large metallic objects and obstructions in close proximity to the reading area
*Areas where reverse train movements occur
*Areas where train switching moves occur
*Areas where “building” moves occur (dropping and adding cars)
*Areas where train stoppage in front of reader systems is likely to occur
*Areas with severe or multiple curves in the track
*Switches
*Track joints

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Diagram Needed

= Earthwork =
Two Tower Foundations and a 3 in conduit need to be installed below grade.  All trenching must be at least 36" below top of rail.
*Tower foundation holes
***Minimum size 24" x 24" centered 11 feet from center of rail.
***hole must be deep enough to set the foundations at top of rail.
*Trenching 
***all trenching must be at least 36" below top of rail.
***One conduit trench is needed between the two foundation holes running through their center 
Diagram Needed

== Tower Foundations ==
Install house foundation legs at top of tie level. All trenching is to be 36" below top of tie.
Set tower foundations.

Recommended: 200lbs of Sakrete for the nearside.

== Conduit ==
Install all conduits in the same trench. Lay conduit out, make the necessary cuts, glue cut pieces together as necessary, and bury the conduit.

Conduit runs on drawings are guidelines. They may be changed to fit site specific requirements. Use sweeps, not elbows!

= Towers =
Install tower sections and tower caps. There are holes present at the bottom of the tower. Use these holes to guide drilling through the foundation, and secure tower to foundation using provided bolts. Secure towers with six bolts each, for twelve total bolts.

= Ground Rods =
Install ground rods and cabling. (Pigtail at corner ground rods into hut.)

Use the CADWELD exothermic welding system for ground cable to grounding rod connections.
= Junction Box and AEI Box =
[[image:img1740586443754.jpeg|300px|right|thumb|NEMA Enclosure resting on 4x4 spacers]]

On the side of the '''nearside''' tower that the AEI box will be installed on, place the AEI box on top of the 4x4 spacers. While the box is supported, slide the tower clamps into the unistrut located on the back of the box. The clamps should be bolted to the tower securely once they have been slid into place. 

The Junction box can be installed in the same fashion on the '''farside'''.

= Heliax =
Start installing the Heliax cable on the farside, pushing it to the nearside. When cutting the Heliax, leave enough to pull 4.5" into both the AEI box and the Junction box.
= Antennas =

Place the center of the antenna 3 feet 6 inches above the top of the rail and 11 feet 6 inches away from the center of the rail. The tower face should be 12 feet from the center of the rail.

Place the second antenna directly across from the first.

Refer to [[Appendix C - Site Drawings|Appendix C: Site Drawings]] for detailed installation drawings.

= Wiring Power to the AEI Box =
Power must be wired into the AEI box by a licensed electrician.

= Wheel Sensor =
Refer to [[Frauscher Wheel Detector Installation and Optimization]] for instruction on installing the wheel sensor.

= Presence Subsystem =
Refer to [[AEI Site_Installation_Procedure#Presence_Detector_Installation|Presense Detector Installation]] and [[Loop Detector Pin Connections]].

= Batteries =
An area inside each NEMA enclosure has been marked for battery placement. Install the batteries in the marked area.
= Cell Antenna =
Install the cell antenna above the AEI box.

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[[Appendix G - Glossary|Common Vocabulary]]

= Site Considerations =
== Pre-construction ==

#Determine the transducer location first. This is the center of the site. The center of the transducer must be located between two ties.  This allows for the transducer claw to clamp under the rail.
#Mark the tower locations.  Tower Foundations should be directly out from the transducer 11 feet 6 inches from center of track.

Diagram Needed

== Areas to Avoid ==
Comet Electronics recommends that the following site areas are avoided. Use this list as a guide only. Since all installations are unique in some manner, avoiding these areas is not always possible. A survey of each site should be done to determine preferred equipment locations, conduit runs, and antenna configuration based upon the particular application. The user and the system integrator must ensure correct and accurate system operation in the event the areas described below cannot be avoided.
*Large metallic objects and obstructions in close proximity to the reading area
*Areas where reverse train movements occur
*Areas where train switching moves occur
*Areas where “building” moves occur (dropping and adding cars)
*Areas where train stoppage in front of reader systems is likely to occur
*Areas with severe or multiple curves in the track
*Switches
*Track joints

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Diagram Needed

= Earthwork =
Two Tower Foundations and a 3 in conduit need to be installed below grade.  All trenching must be at least 36" below top of rail.
*Tower foundation holes
***Minimum size 24" x 24" centered 11 feet from center of rail.
***hole must be deep enough to set the foundations at top of rail.
*Trenching 
***all trenching must be at least 36" below top of rail.
***One conduit trench is needed between the two foundation holes running through their center 
Diagram Needed

== Tower Foundations ==
Install house foundation legs at top of tie level. All trenching is to be 36" below top of tie.
Set tower foundations.

Recommended: 200lbs of Sakrete for the nearside.

= Conduit =
Install all conduits in the same trench. Lay conduit out, make the necessary cuts, glue cut pieces together as necessary, and bury the conduit.

Conduit runs on drawings are guidelines. They may be changed to fit site specific requirements. Use sweeps, not elbows!

= Towers =
Install tower sections and tower caps. There are holes present at the bottom of the tower. Use these holes to guide drilling through the foundation, and secure tower to foundation using provided bolts. Secure towers with six bolts each, for twelve total bolts.

= Ground Rods =
Install ground rods and cabling. (Pigtail at corner ground rods into hut.)

Use the CADWELD exothermic welding system for ground cable to grounding rod connections.
= Junction Box and AEI Box =
[[image:img1740586443754.jpeg|300px|right|thumb|NEMA Enclosure resting on 4x4 spacers]]

On the side of the '''nearside''' tower that the AEI box will be installed on, place the AEI box on top of the 4x4 spacers. While the box is supported, slide the tower clamps into the unistrut located on the back of the box. The clamps should be bolted to the tower securely once they have been slid into place. 

The Junction box can be installed in the same fashion on the '''farside'''.

= Heliax =
Start installing the Heliax cable on the farside, pushing it to the nearside. When cutting the Heliax, leave enough to pull 4.5" into both the AEI box and the Junction box.
= Antennas =

Place the center of the antenna 3 feet 6 inches above the top of the rail and 11 feet 6 inches away from the center of the rail. The tower face should be 12 feet from the center of the rail.

Place the second antenna directly across from the first.

Refer to [[Appendix C - Site Drawings|Appendix C: Site Drawings]] for detailed installation drawings.

= Wiring Power to the AEI Box =
Power must be wired into the AEI box by a licensed electrician.

= Wheel Sensor =
Refer to [[Frauscher Wheel Detector Installation and Optimization]] for instruction on installing the wheel sensor.

= Presence Subsystem =
Refer to [[AEI Site_Installation_Procedure#Presence_Detector_Installation|Presense Detector Installation]] and [[Loop Detector Pin Connections]].

= Batteries =
An area inside each NEMA enclosure has been marked for battery placement. Install the batteries in the marked area.
= Cell Antenna =
Install the cell antenna above the AEI box.

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[[Appendix G - Glossary|Common Vocabulary]]

= Site Considerations =
== Pre-construction ==

#Determine the transducer location first. This is the center of the site. The center of the transducer must be located between two ties.  This allows for the transducer claw to clamp under the rail.
#Mark the tower locations.  Tower Foundations should be directly out from the transducer 11 feet 6 inches from center of track.

Diagram Needed

== Areas to Avoid ==
Comet Electronics recommends that the following site areas are avoided. Use this list as a guide only. Since all installations are unique in some manner, avoiding these areas is not always possible. A survey of each site should be done to determine preferred equipment locations, conduit runs, and antenna configuration based upon the particular application. The user and the system integrator must ensure correct and accurate system operation in the event the areas described below cannot be avoided.
*Large metallic objects and obstructions in close proximity to the reading area
*Areas where reverse train movements occur
*Areas where train switching moves occur
*Areas where “building” moves occur (dropping and adding cars)
*Areas where train stoppage in front of reader systems is likely to occur
*Areas with severe or multiple curves in the track
*Switches
*Track joints

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Diagram Needed

= Earthwork =
Two Tower Foundations and a 3 in conduit need to be installed below grade.  All trenching must be at least 36" below top of rail.
*Tower foundation holes
***Minimum size 24" x 24" centered 11 feet from center of rail.
***hole must be deep enough to set the foundations at top of rail.
*Trenching 
***all trenching must be at least 36" below top of rail.
***One conduit trench is needed between the two foundation holes running through their center 

== Tower Foundations ==
Install house foundation legs at top of tie level. All trenching is to be 36" below top of tie.
Set tower foundations.

Recommended: 200lbs of Sakrete for the nearside.

= Conduit =
Install all conduits in the same trench. Lay conduit out, make the necessary cuts, glue cut pieces together as necessary, and bury the conduit.

Conduit runs on drawings are guidelines. They may be changed to fit site specific requirements. Use sweeps, not elbows!

= Towers =
Install tower sections and tower caps. There are holes present at the bottom of the tower. Use these holes to guide drilling through the foundation, and secure tower to foundation using provided bolts. Secure towers with six bolts each, for twelve total bolts.

= Ground Rods =
Install ground rods and cabling. (Pigtail at corner ground rods into hut.)

Use the CADWELD exothermic welding system for ground cable to grounding rod connections.
= Junction Box and AEI Box =
[[image:img1740586443754.jpeg|300px|right|thumb|NEMA Enclosure resting on 4x4 spacers]]

On the side of the '''nearside''' tower that the AEI box will be installed on, place the AEI box on top of the 4x4 spacers. While the box is supported, slide the tower clamps into the unistrut located on the back of the box. The clamps should be bolted to the tower securely once they have been slid into place. 

The Junction box can be installed in the same fashion on the '''farside'''.

= Heliax =
Start installing the Heliax cable on the farside, pushing it to the nearside. When cutting the Heliax, leave enough to pull 4.5" into both the AEI box and the Junction box.
= Antennas =

Place the center of the antenna 3 feet 6 inches above the top of the rail and 11 feet 6 inches away from the center of the rail. The tower face should be 12 feet from the center of the rail.

Place the second antenna directly across from the first.

Refer to [[Appendix C - Site Drawings|Appendix C: Site Drawings]] for detailed installation drawings.

= Wiring Power to the AEI Box =
Power must be wired into the AEI box by a licensed electrician.

= Wheel Sensor =
Refer to [[Frauscher Wheel Detector Installation and Optimization]] for instruction on installing the wheel sensor.

= Presence Subsystem =
Refer to [[AEI Site_Installation_Procedure#Presence_Detector_Installation|Presense Detector Installation]] and [[Loop Detector Pin Connections]].

= Batteries =
An area inside each NEMA enclosure has been marked for battery placement. Install the batteries in the marked area.
= Cell Antenna =
Install the cell antenna above the AEI box.

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[[Appendix G - Glossary|Common Vocabulary]]

= Site Considerations =
== Pre-construction ==

#Determine the transducer location first. This is the center of the site. The center of the transducer must be located between two ties.  This allows for the transducer claw to clamp under the rail.
#Mark the tower locations.  Tower Foundations should be directly out from the transducer 11 feet 6 inches from center of track.

Diagram Needed

== Areas to Avoid ==
Comet Electronics recommends that the following site areas are avoided. Use this list as a guide only. Since all installations are unique in some manner, avoiding these areas is not always possible. A survey of each site should be done to determine preferred equipment locations, conduit runs, and antenna configuration based upon the particular application. The user and the system integrator must ensure correct and accurate system operation in the event the areas described below cannot be avoided.
*Large metallic objects and obstructions in close proximity to the reading area
*Areas where reverse train movements occur
*Areas where train switching moves occur
*Areas where “building” moves occur (dropping and adding cars)
*Areas where train stoppage in front of reader systems is likely to occur
*Areas with severe or multiple curves in the track
*Switches
*Track joints

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Diagram Needed

= Earthwork =
Two Tower Foundations and a 3 in conduit need to be installed below grade.  All trenching must be at least 36" below top of rail.
== Tower Foundations ==
Install house foundation legs at top of tie level. All trenching is to be 36" below top of tie.
Set tower foundations.

Recommended: 200lbs of Sakrete for the nearside.

= Conduit =
Install all conduits in the same trench. Lay conduit out, make the necessary cuts, glue cut pieces together as necessary, and bury the conduit.

Conduit runs on drawings are guidelines. They may be changed to fit site specific requirements. Use sweeps, not elbows!

= Towers =
Install tower sections and tower caps. There are holes present at the bottom of the tower. Use these holes to guide drilling through the foundation, and secure tower to foundation using provided bolts. Secure towers with six bolts each, for twelve total bolts.

= Ground Rods =
Install ground rods and cabling. (Pigtail at corner ground rods into hut.)

Use the CADWELD exothermic welding system for ground cable to grounding rod connections.
= Junction Box and AEI Box =
[[image:img1740586443754.jpeg|300px|right|thumb|NEMA Enclosure resting on 4x4 spacers]]

On the side of the '''nearside''' tower that the AEI box will be installed on, place the AEI box on top of the 4x4 spacers. While the box is supported, slide the tower clamps into the unistrut located on the back of the box. The clamps should be bolted to the tower securely once they have been slid into place. 

The Junction box can be installed in the same fashion on the '''farside'''.

= Heliax =
Start installing the Heliax cable on the farside, pushing it to the nearside. When cutting the Heliax, leave enough to pull 4.5" into both the AEI box and the Junction box.
= Antennas =

Place the center of the antenna 3 feet 6 inches above the top of the rail and 11 feet 6 inches away from the center of the rail. The tower face should be 12 feet from the center of the rail.

Place the second antenna directly across from the first.

Refer to [[Appendix C - Site Drawings|Appendix C: Site Drawings]] for detailed installation drawings.

= Wiring Power to the AEI Box =
Power must be wired into the AEI box by a licensed electrician.

= Wheel Sensor =
Refer to [[Frauscher Wheel Detector Installation and Optimization]] for instruction on installing the wheel sensor.

= Presence Subsystem =
Refer to [[AEI Site_Installation_Procedure#Presence_Detector_Installation|Presense Detector Installation]] and [[Loop Detector Pin Connections]].

= Batteries =
An area inside each NEMA enclosure has been marked for battery placement. Install the batteries in the marked area.
= Cell Antenna =
Install the cell antenna above the AEI box.

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[[Appendix G - Glossary|Common Vocabulary]]

= Site Considerations =
== Pre-construction ==

#Determine the transducer location first. This is the center of the site. The center of the transducer must be located between two ties.  This allows for the transducer claw to clamp under the rail.
#Mark the tower locations.  Tower Foundations should be directly out from the transducer 11 feet 6 inches from center of track.

Diagram Needed

== Areas to Avoid ==
Comet Electronics recommends that the following site areas are avoided. Use this list as a guide only. Since all installations are unique in some manner, avoiding these areas is not always possible. A survey of each site should be done to determine preferred equipment locations, conduit runs, and antenna configuration based upon the particular application. The user and the system integrator must ensure correct and accurate system operation in the event the areas described below cannot be avoided.
*Large metallic objects and obstructions in close proximity to the reading area
*Areas where reverse train movements occur
*Areas where train switching moves occur
*Areas where “building” moves occur (dropping and adding cars)
*Areas where train stoppage in front of reader systems is likely to occur
*Areas with severe or multiple curves in the track
*Switches
*Track joints

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Diagram Needed

= Foundation =
Install house foundation legs at top of tie level. All trenching is to be 36" below top of tie.
Set tower foundations.

Recommended: 200lbs of Sakrete for the nearside.

= Conduit =
Install all conduits in the same trench. Lay conduit out, make the necessary cuts, glue cut pieces together as necessary, and bury the conduit.

Conduit runs on drawings are guidelines. They may be changed to fit site specific requirements. Use sweeps, not elbows!

= Towers =
Install tower sections and tower caps. There are holes present at the bottom of the tower. Use these holes to guide drilling through the foundation, and secure tower to foundation using provided bolts. Secure towers with six bolts each, for twelve total bolts.

= Ground Rods =
Install ground rods and cabling. (Pigtail at corner ground rods into hut.)

Use the CADWELD exothermic welding system for ground cable to grounding rod connections.
= Junction Box and AEI Box =
[[image:img1740586443754.jpeg|300px|right|thumb|NEMA Enclosure resting on 4x4 spacers]]

On the side of the '''nearside''' tower that the AEI box will be installed on, place the AEI box on top of the 4x4 spacers. While the box is supported, slide the tower clamps into the unistrut located on the back of the box. The clamps should be bolted to the tower securely once they have been slid into place. 

The Junction box can be installed in the same fashion on the '''farside'''.

= Heliax =
Start installing the Heliax cable on the farside, pushing it to the nearside. When cutting the Heliax, leave enough to pull 4.5" into both the AEI box and the Junction box.
= Antennas =

Place the center of the antenna 3 feet 6 inches above the top of the rail and 11 feet 6 inches away from the center of the rail. The tower face should be 12 feet from the center of the rail.

Place the second antenna directly across from the first.

Refer to [[Appendix C - Site Drawings|Appendix C: Site Drawings]] for detailed installation drawings.

= Wiring Power to the AEI Box =
Power must be wired into the AEI box by a licensed electrician.

= Wheel Sensor =
Refer to [[Frauscher Wheel Detector Installation and Optimization]] for instruction on installing the wheel sensor.

= Presence Subsystem =
Refer to [[AEI Site_Installation_Procedure#Presence_Detector_Installation|Presense Detector Installation]] and [[Loop Detector Pin Connections]].

= Batteries =
An area inside each NEMA enclosure has been marked for battery placement. Install the batteries in the marked area.
= Cell Antenna =
Install the cell antenna above the AEI box.

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[[Appendix G - Glossary|Common Vocabulary]]

= Site Considerations =
== Pre-construction ==

#Determine the transducer location first. This is the center of the site. The center of the transducer must be located between two ties.  This allows for the transducer claw to clamp under the rail.
#Mark the tower locations.  Tower Foundations should be directly out from the transducer 11 feet 6 inches from center of track.

Diagram Needed

== Areas to Avoid ==
Comet Electronics recommends that the following site areas are avoided. Use this list as a guide only. Since all installations are unique in some manner, avoiding these areas is not always possible. A survey of each site should be done to determine preferred equipment locations, conduit runs, and antenna configuration based upon the particular application. The user and the system integrator must ensure correct and accurate system operation in the event the areas described below cannot be avoided.
*Large metallic objects and obstructions in close proximity to the reading area
*Areas where reverse train movements occur
*Areas where train switching moves occur
*Areas where “building” moves occur (dropping and adding cars)
*Areas where train stoppage in front of reader systems is likely to occur
*Areas with severe or multiple curves in the track
*Switches
*Track joints

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| style="width: 100%; text-align: center;" | Have utilities marked before digging
|}

= Foundation =
Install house foundation legs at top of tie level. All trenching is to be 36" below top of tie.
Set tower foundations.

Recommended: 200lbs of Sakrete for the nearside.

= Conduit =
Install all conduits in the same trench. Lay conduit out, make the necessary cuts, glue cut pieces together as necessary, and bury the conduit.

Conduit runs on drawings are guidelines. They may be changed to fit site specific requirements. Use sweeps, not elbows!

= Towers =
Install tower sections and tower caps. There are holes present at the bottom of the tower. Use these holes to guide drilling through the foundation, and secure tower to foundation using provided bolts. Secure towers with six bolts each, for twelve total bolts.

= Ground Rods =
Install ground rods and cabling. (Pigtail at corner ground rods into hut.)

Use the CADWELD exothermic welding system for ground cable to grounding rod connections.
= Junction Box and AEI Box =
[[image:img1740586443754.jpeg|300px|right|thumb|NEMA Enclosure resting on 4x4 spacers]]

On the side of the '''nearside''' tower that the AEI box will be installed on, place the AEI box on top of the 4x4 spacers. While the box is supported, slide the tower clamps into the unistrut located on the back of the box. The clamps should be bolted to the tower securely once they have been slid into place. 

The Junction box can be installed in the same fashion on the '''farside'''.

= Heliax =
Start installing the Heliax cable on the farside, pushing it to the nearside. When cutting the Heliax, leave enough to pull 4.5" into both the AEI box and the Junction box.
= Antennas =

Place the center of the antenna 3 feet 6 inches above the top of the rail and 11 feet 6 inches away from the center of the rail. The tower face should be 12 feet from the center of the rail.

Place the second antenna directly across from the first.

Refer to [[Appendix C - Site Drawings|Appendix C: Site Drawings]] for detailed installation drawings.

= Wiring Power to the AEI Box =
Power must be wired into the AEI box by a licensed electrician.

= Wheel Sensor =
Refer to [[Frauscher Wheel Detector Installation and Optimization]] for instruction on installing the wheel sensor.

= Presence Subsystem =
Refer to [[AEI Site_Installation_Procedure#Presence_Detector_Installation|Presense Detector Installation]] and [[Loop Detector Pin Connections]].

= Batteries =
An area inside each NEMA enclosure has been marked for battery placement. Install the batteries in the marked area.
= Cell Antenna =
Install the cell antenna above the AEI box.

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[[Appendix G - Glossary|Common Vocabulary]]

= Site Considerations =
== Pre-construction ==

#Determine the transducer location first. This is the center of the site. The center of the transducer must be located between two ties.  This allows for the transducer claw to clamp under the rail.
#Mark the tower locations.  Tower Foundations should be directly out from the transducer 11 feet 6 inches from center of track.

Diagram Needed

== Areas to Avoid ==
Comet Electronics recommends that the following site areas are avoided. Use this list as a guide only. Since all installations are unique in some manner, avoiding these areas is not always possible. A survey of each site should be done to determine preferred equipment locations, conduit runs, and antenna configuration based upon the particular application. The user and the system integrator must ensure correct and accurate system operation in the event the areas described below cannot be avoided.
*Large metallic objects and obstructions in close proximity to the reading area
*Areas where reverse train movements occur
*Areas where train switching moves occur
*Areas where “building” moves occur (dropping and adding cars)
*Areas where train stoppage in front of reader systems is likely to occur
*Areas with severe or multiple curves in the track
*Switches
*Track joints

= Foundation =
Install house foundation legs at top of tie level. All trenching is to be 36" below top of tie.
Set tower foundations.

Recommended: 200lbs of Sakrete for the nearside.

= Conduit =
Install all conduits in the same trench. Lay conduit out, make the necessary cuts, glue cut pieces together as necessary, and bury the conduit.

Conduit runs on drawings are guidelines. They may be changed to fit site specific requirements. Use sweeps, not elbows!

= Towers =
Install tower sections and tower caps. There are holes present at the bottom of the tower. Use these holes to guide drilling through the foundation, and secure tower to foundation using provided bolts. Secure towers with six bolts each, for twelve total bolts.

= Ground Rods =
Install ground rods and cabling. (Pigtail at corner ground rods into hut.)

Use the CADWELD exothermic welding system for ground cable to grounding rod connections.
= Junction Box and AEI Box =
[[image:img1740586443754.jpeg|300px|right|thumb|NEMA Enclosure resting on 4x4 spacers]]

On the side of the '''nearside''' tower that the AEI box will be installed on, place the AEI box on top of the 4x4 spacers. While the box is supported, slide the tower clamps into the unistrut located on the back of the box. The clamps should be bolted to the tower securely once they have been slid into place. 

The Junction box can be installed in the same fashion on the '''farside'''.

= Heliax =
Start installing the Heliax cable on the farside, pushing it to the nearside. When cutting the Heliax, leave enough to pull 4.5" into both the AEI box and the Junction box.
= Antennas =

Place the center of the antenna 3 feet 6 inches above the top of the rail and 11 feet 6 inches away from the center of the rail. The tower face should be 12 feet from the center of the rail.

Place the second antenna directly across from the first.

Refer to [[Appendix C - Site Drawings|Appendix C: Site Drawings]] for detailed installation drawings.

= Wiring Power to the AEI Box =
Power must be wired into the AEI box by a licensed electrician.

= Wheel Sensor =
Refer to [[Frauscher Wheel Detector Installation and Optimization]] for instruction on installing the wheel sensor.

= Presence Subsystem =
Refer to [[AEI Site_Installation_Procedure#Presence_Detector_Installation|Presense Detector Installation]] and [[Loop Detector Pin Connections]].

= Batteries =
An area inside each NEMA enclosure has been marked for battery placement. Install the batteries in the marked area.
= Cell Antenna =
Install the cell antenna above the AEI box.

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[[Appendix G - Glossary|Common Vocabulary]]

= Site Considerations =
== Pre-construction ==

#Determine the transducer location first. This is the center of the site. The center of the transducer must be located between two ties.  This allows for the transducer claw to clamp under the rail.
#Mark the tower locations.  Tower Foundations should be directly out from the transducer 11 feet 6 inches from center of track.
Diagram Needed

== Areas to Avoid ==
Comet Electronics recommends that the following site areas are avoided. Use this list as a guide only. Since all installations are unique in some manner, avoiding these areas is not always possible. A survey of each site should be done to determine preferred equipment locations, conduit runs, and antenna configuration based upon the particular application. The user and the system integrator must ensure correct and accurate system operation in the event the areas described below cannot be avoided.
*Large metallic objects and obstructions in close proximity to the reading area
*Areas where reverse train movements occur
*Areas where train switching moves occur
*Areas where “building” moves occur (dropping and adding cars)
*Areas where train stoppage in front of reader systems is likely to occur
*Areas with severe or multiple curves in the track
*Switches
*Track joints

= Foundation =
Install house foundation legs at top of tie level. All trenching is to be 36" below top of tie.
Set tower foundations.

Recommended: 200lbs of Sakrete for the nearside.

= Conduit =
Install all conduits in the same trench. Lay conduit out, make the necessary cuts, glue cut pieces together as necessary, and bury the conduit.

Conduit runs on drawings are guidelines. They may be changed to fit site specific requirements. Use sweeps, not elbows!

= Towers =
Install tower sections and tower caps. There are holes present at the bottom of the tower. Use these holes to guide drilling through the foundation, and secure tower to foundation using provided bolts. Secure towers with six bolts each, for twelve total bolts.

= Ground Rods =
Install ground rods and cabling. (Pigtail at corner ground rods into hut.)

Use the CADWELD exothermic welding system for ground cable to grounding rod connections.
= Junction Box and AEI Box =
[[image:img1740586443754.jpeg|300px|right|thumb|NEMA Enclosure resting on 4x4 spacers]]

On the side of the '''nearside''' tower that the AEI box will be installed on, place the AEI box on top of the 4x4 spacers. While the box is supported, slide the tower clamps into the unistrut located on the back of the box. The clamps should be bolted to the tower securely once they have been slid into place. 

The Junction box can be installed in the same fashion on the '''farside'''.

= Heliax =
Start installing the Heliax cable on the farside, pushing it to the nearside. When cutting the Heliax, leave enough to pull 4.5" into both the AEI box and the Junction box.
= Antennas =

Place the center of the antenna 3 feet 6 inches above the top of the rail and 11 feet 6 inches away from the center of the rail. The tower face should be 12 feet from the center of the rail.

Place the second antenna directly across from the first.

Refer to [[Appendix C - Site Drawings|Appendix C: Site Drawings]] for detailed installation drawings.

= Wiring Power to the AEI Box =
Power must be wired into the AEI box by a licensed electrician.

= Wheel Sensor =
Refer to [[Frauscher Wheel Detector Installation and Optimization]] for instruction on installing the wheel sensor.

= Presence Subsystem =
Refer to [[AEI Site_Installation_Procedure#Presence_Detector_Installation|Presense Detector Installation]] and [[Loop Detector Pin Connections]].

= Batteries =
An area inside each NEMA enclosure has been marked for battery placement. Install the batteries in the marked area.
= Cell Antenna =
Install the cell antenna above the AEI box.

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[[Appendix G - Glossary|Common Vocabulary]]

= Site Considerations =
== Pre-construction ==

#Determine the transducer location first. This is the center of the site. The center of the transducer must be located between two ties.  This allows for the transducer claw to clamp under the rail.
#Mark the tower locations.  Tower Foundations should be directly out from the transducer 11 feet 6 inches from center of track.
Diagram Needed

== Areas to Avoid ==
Comet Electronics recommends that the following site areas are avoided. Use this list as a guide only. Since all installations are unique in some manner, avoiding these areas is not always possible. A survey of each site should be done to determine preferred equipment locations, conduit runs, and antenna configuration based upon the particular application. The user and the system integrator must ensure correct and accurate system operation in the event the areas described below cannot be avoided.
*Large metallic objects and obstructions in close proximity to the reading area
*Areas where reverse train movements occur
*Areas where train switching moves occur
*Areas where “building” moves occur (dropping and adding cars)
*Areas where train stoppage in front of reader systems is likely to occur
*Areas with severe or multiple curves in the track
*Switches
*Track joints

= Foundation =
Install house foundation legs at top of tie level. All trenching is to be 36" below top of tie.
Set tower foundations.

Recommended: 200lbs of Sakrete for the nearside.

= Conduit =
Install all conduits in the same trench. Lay conduit out, make the necessary cuts, glue cut pieces together as necessary, and bury the conduit.

Conduit runs on drawings are guidelines. They may be changed to fit site specific requirements. Use sweeps, not elbows!

= Towers =
Install tower sections and tower caps. There are holes present at the bottom of the tower. Use these holes to guide drilling through the foundation, and secure tower to foundation using provided bolts. Secure towers with six bolts each, for twelve total bolts.

= Ground Rods =
Install ground rods and cabling. (Pigtail at corner ground rods into hut.)

Use the CADWELD exothermic welding system for ground cable to grounding rod connections.
= Junction Box and AEI Box =
[[image:img1740586443754.jpeg|300px|right|thumb|NEMA Enclosure resting on 4x4 spacers]]

On the side of the '''nearside''' tower that the AEI box will be installed on, place the AEI box on top of the 4x4 spacers. While the box is supported, slide the tower clamps into the unistrut located on the back of the box. The clamps should be bolted to the tower securely once they have been slid into place. 

The Junction box can be installed in the same fashion on the '''farside'''.

= Heliax =
Start installing the Heliax cable on the farside, pushing it to the nearside. When cutting the Heliax, leave enough to pull 4.5" into both the AEI box and the Junction box.
= Antennas =

Place the center of the antenna 3 feet 6 inches above the top of the rail and 11 feet 6 inches away from the center of the rail. The tower face should be 12 feet from the center of the rail.

Place the second antenna directly across from the first.

Refer to [[Appendix C - Site Drawings|Appendix C: Site Drawings]] for detailed installation drawings.

= Wiring Power to the AEI Box =
Power must be wired into the AEI box by a licensed electrician.

= Wheel Sensor =
Refer to [[Frauscher Wheel Detector Installation and Optimization]] for instruction on installing the wheel sensor.

= Presence Subsystem =
Refer to [[AEI Site_Installation_Procedure#Presence_Detector_Installation|Presense Detector Installation]] and [[Loop Detector Pin Connections]].

= Batteries =
An area inside each NEMA enclosure has been marked for battery placement. Install the batteries in the marked area.
= Cell Antenna =
Install the cell antenna above the AEI box.

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[[Appendix G - Glossary|Common Vocabulary]]

= Site Considerations =
== Pre-construction ==

#Determine the transducer location first. This is the center of the site. The center of the transducer must be located between two ties.  This allows for the transducer claw to clamp under the rail.
#Mark the tower locations.  Tower Foundations should be directly out from the transducer 11 feet 6 inches from center of track.
<nowiki>Diagram Needed</nowiki>
== Areas to Avoid ==
Comet Electronics recommends that the following site areas are avoided. Use this list as a guide only. Since all installations are unique in some manner, avoiding these areas is not always possible. A survey of each site should be done to determine preferred equipment locations, conduit runs, and antenna configuration based upon the particular application. The user and the system integrator must ensure correct and accurate system operation in the event the areas described below cannot be avoided.
*Large metallic objects and obstructions in close proximity to the reading area
*Areas where reverse train movements occur
*Areas where train switching moves occur
*Areas where “building” moves occur (dropping and adding cars)
*Areas where train stoppage in front of reader systems is likely to occur
*Areas with severe or multiple curves in the track
*Switches
*Track joints

= Foundation =
Install house foundation legs at top of tie level. All trenching is to be 36" below top of tie.
Set tower foundations.

Recommended: 200lbs of Sakrete for the nearside.

= Conduit =
Install all conduits in the same trench. Lay conduit out, make the necessary cuts, glue cut pieces together as necessary, and bury the conduit.

Conduit runs on drawings are guidelines. They may be changed to fit site specific requirements. Use sweeps, not elbows!

= Towers =
Install tower sections and tower caps. There are holes present at the bottom of the tower. Use these holes to guide drilling through the foundation, and secure tower to foundation using provided bolts. Secure towers with six bolts each, for twelve total bolts.

= Ground Rods =
Install ground rods and cabling. (Pigtail at corner ground rods into hut.)

Use the CADWELD exothermic welding system for ground cable to grounding rod connections.
= Junction Box and AEI Box =
[[image:img1740586443754.jpeg|300px|right|thumb|NEMA Enclosure resting on 4x4 spacers]]

On the side of the '''nearside''' tower that the AEI box will be installed on, place the AEI box on top of the 4x4 spacers. While the box is supported, slide the tower clamps into the unistrut located on the back of the box. The clamps should be bolted to the tower securely once they have been slid into place. 

The Junction box can be installed in the same fashion on the '''farside'''.

= Heliax =
Start installing the Heliax cable on the farside, pushing it to the nearside. When cutting the Heliax, leave enough to pull 4.5" into both the AEI box and the Junction box.
= Antennas =

Place the center of the antenna 3 feet 6 inches above the top of the rail and 11 feet 6 inches away from the center of the rail. The tower face should be 12 feet from the center of the rail.

Place the second antenna directly across from the first.

Refer to [[Appendix C - Site Drawings|Appendix C: Site Drawings]] for detailed installation drawings.

= Wiring Power to the AEI Box =
Power must be wired into the AEI box by a licensed electrician.

= Wheel Sensor =
Refer to [[Frauscher Wheel Detector Installation and Optimization]] for instruction on installing the wheel sensor.

= Presence Subsystem =
Refer to [[AEI Site_Installation_Procedure#Presence_Detector_Installation|Presense Detector Installation]] and [[Loop Detector Pin Connections]].

= Batteries =
An area inside each NEMA enclosure has been marked for battery placement. Install the batteries in the marked area.
= Cell Antenna =
Install the cell antenna above the AEI box.

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[[Appendix G - Glossary|Common Vocabulary]]

= Site Considerations =
=== Pre-construction ===

#Find the transducer location first. This is the center of the site. The center of the transducer must be located between two ties. This allows the cable at the bottom of the transducer to enter the Carflex conduit without binding.
#Find the tower locations. The center of the antennas and the center of the transducer may or may not line up. If the towers are offset from the transducer and this is causing issues, the parameters <.LocationXOffset> and <.LocationYOffset> can be adjusted on the APU to account for this. See [[Appendix A_-_System_Parameters#Acquisition.XTrack.Track| Appendix A - System Parameters]] for more information.

=== Areas to Avoid ===
Comet Electronics recommends that the following site areas are avoided. Use this list as a guide only. Since all installations are unique in some manner, avoiding these areas is not always possible. A survey of each site should be done to determine preferred equipment locations, conduit runs, and antenna configuration based upon the particular application. The user and the system integrator must ensure correct and accurate system operation in the event the areas described below cannot be avoided.
*Large metallic objects and obstructions in close proximity to the reading area
*Areas where reverse train movements occur
*Areas where train switching moves occur
*Areas where “building” moves occur (dropping and adding cars)
*Areas where train stoppage in front of reader systems is likely to occur
*Areas with severe or multiple curves in the track
*Switches
*Track joints

= Foundation =
Install house foundation legs at top of tie level. All trenching is to be 36" below top of tie.
Set tower foundations.

Recommended: 200lbs of Sakrete for the nearside.

= Conduit =
Install all conduits in the same trench. Lay conduit out, make the necessary cuts, glue cut pieces together as necessary, and bury the conduit.

Conduit runs on drawings are guidelines. They may be changed to fit site specific requirements. Use sweeps, not elbows!

= Towers =
Install tower sections and tower caps. There are holes present at the bottom of the tower. Use these holes to guide drilling through the foundation, and secure tower to foundation using provided bolts. Secure towers with six bolts each, for twelve total bolts.

= Ground Rods =
Install ground rods and cabling. (Pigtail at corner ground rods into hut.)

Use the CADWELD exothermic welding system for ground cable to grounding rod connections.
= Junction Box and AEI Box =
[[image:img1740586443754.jpeg|300px|right|thumb|NEMA Enclosure resting on 4x4 spacers]]

On the side of the '''nearside''' tower that the AEI box will be installed on, place the AEI box on top of the 4x4 spacers. While the box is supported, slide the tower clamps into the unistrut located on the back of the box. The clamps should be bolted to the tower securely once they have been slid into place. 

The Junction box can be installed in the same fashion on the '''farside'''.

= Heliax =
Start installing the Heliax cable on the farside, pushing it to the nearside. When cutting the Heliax, leave enough to pull 4.5" into both the AEI box and the Junction box.
= Antennas =

Place the center of the antenna 3 feet 6 inches above the top of the rail and 11 feet 6 inches away from the center of the rail. The tower face should be 12 feet from the center of the rail.

Place the second antenna directly across from the first.

Refer to [[Appendix C - Site Drawings|Appendix C: Site Drawings]] for detailed installation drawings.

= Wiring Power to the AEI Box =
Power must be wired into the AEI box by a licensed electrician.

= Wheel Sensor =
Refer to [[Frauscher Wheel Detector Installation and Optimization]] for instruction on installing the wheel sensor.

= Presence Subsystem =
Refer to [[AEI Site_Installation_Procedure#Presence_Detector_Installation|Presense Detector Installation]] and [[Loop Detector Pin Connections]].

= Batteries =
An area inside each NEMA enclosure has been marked for battery placement. Install the batteries in the marked area.
= Cell Antenna =
Install the cell antenna above the AEI box.

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=Introduction=
[[image:img1740568753739.jpeg|thumb|600px|center]]

[[Appendix G - Glossary|Common Vocabulary]]

= Site Considerations =
=== Pre-construction ===

#Find the transducer location first. This is the center of the site. The center of the transducer must be located between two ties. This allows the cable at the bottom of the transducer to enter the Carflex conduit without binding.
#Find the tower locations. The center of the antennas and the center of the transducer may or may not line up. If the towers are offset from the transducer and this is causing issues, the parameters <.LocationXOffset> and <.LocationYOffset> can be adjusted on the APU to account for this. See [[Appendix A_-_System_Parameters#Acquisition.XTrack.Track| Appendix A - System Parameters]] for more information.

=== Areas to Avoid ===
Comet Electronics recommends that the following site areas are avoided. Use this list as a guide only. Since all installations are unique in some manner, avoiding these areas is not always possible. A survey of each site should be done to determine preferred equipment locations, conduit runs, and antenna configuration based upon the particular application. The user and the system integrator must ensure correct and accurate system operation in the event the areas described below cannot be avoided.
*Large metallic objects and obstructions in close proximity to the reading area
*Areas where reverse train movements occur
*Areas where train switching moves occur
*Areas where “building” moves occur (dropping and adding cars)
*Areas where train stoppage in front of reader systems is likely to occur
*Areas with severe or multiple curves in the track
*Switches
*Track joints

= Foundation =
Install house foundation legs at top of tie level. All trenching is to be 36" below top of tie.
Set tower foundations.

Recommended: 200lbs of Sakrete for the nearside.

= Conduit =
Install all conduits in the same trench. Lay conduit out, make the necessary cuts, glue cut pieces together as necessary, and bury the conduit.

Conduit runs on drawings are guidelines. They may be changed to fit site specific requirements. Use sweeps, not elbows!

= Towers =
Install tower sections and tower caps. There are holes present at the bottom of the tower. Use these holes to guide drilling through the foundation, and secure tower to foundation using provided bolts. Secure towers with six bolts each, for twelve total bolts.

= Ground Rods =
Install ground rods and cabling. (Pigtail at corner ground rods into hut.)

Use the CADWELD exothermic welding system for ground cable to grounding rod connections.
= Junction Box and AEI Box =
[[image:img1740586443754.jpeg|300px|right|thumb|NEMA Enclosure resting on 4x4 spacers]]

On the side of the '''nearside''' tower that the AEI box will be installed on, place the AEI box on top of the 4x4 spacers. While the box is supported, slide the tower clamps into the unistrut located on the back of the box. The clamps should be bolted to the tower securely once they have been slid into place. 

The Junction box can be installed in the same fashion on the '''farside'''.

= Heliax =
Start installing the Heliax cable on the farside, pushing it to the nearside. When cutting the Heliax, leave enough to pull 4.5" into both the AEI box and the Junction box.
= Antennas =

Place the center of the antenna 3 feet 6 inches above the top of the rail and 11 feet 6 inches away from the center of the rail. The tower face should be 12 feet from the center of the rail.

Place the second antenna directly across from the first.

Refer to [[Appendix C - Site Drawings|Appendix C: Site Drawings]] for detailed installation drawings.

= Wiring Power to the AEI Box =
Power must be wired into the AEI box by a licensed electrician.

= Wheel Sensor =
Refer to [[Frauscher Wheel Detector Installation and Optimization]] for instruction on installing the wheel sensor.

= Presence Subsystem =
Refer to [[AEI Site_Installation_Procedure#Presence_Detector_Installation|Presense Detector Installation]] and [[Loop Detector Pin Connections]].

= Batteries =
An area inside each NEMA enclosure has been marked for battery placement. Install the batteries in the marked area.
= Cell Antenna =
Install the cell antenna above the AEI box.

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=Introduction=
[[image:img1740568753739.jpeg|thumb|600px|center]]

[[Appendix G - Glossary]]
= Site Considerations =
=== Pre-construction ===

#Find the transducer location first. This is the center of the site. The center of the transducer must be located between two ties. This allows the cable at the bottom of the transducer to enter the Carflex conduit without binding.
#Find the tower locations. The center of the antennas and the center of the transducer may or may not line up. If the towers are offset from the transducer and this is causing issues, the parameters <.LocationXOffset> and <.LocationYOffset> can be adjusted on the APU to account for this. See [[Appendix A_-_System_Parameters#Acquisition.XTrack.Track| Appendix A - System Parameters]] for more information.

=== Areas to Avoid ===
Comet Electronics recommends that the following site areas are avoided. Use this list as a guide only. Since all installations are unique in some manner, avoiding these areas is not always possible. A survey of each site should be done to determine preferred equipment locations, conduit runs, and antenna configuration based upon the particular application. The user and the system integrator must ensure correct and accurate system operation in the event the areas described below cannot be avoided.
*Large metallic objects and obstructions in close proximity to the reading area
*Areas where reverse train movements occur
*Areas where train switching moves occur
*Areas where “building” moves occur (dropping and adding cars)
*Areas where train stoppage in front of reader systems is likely to occur
*Areas with severe or multiple curves in the track
*Switches
*Track joints

= Foundation =
Install house foundation legs at top of tie level. All trenching is to be 36" below top of tie.
Set tower foundations.

Recommended: 200lbs of Sakrete for the nearside.

= Conduit =
Install all conduits in the same trench. Lay conduit out, make the necessary cuts, glue cut pieces together as necessary, and bury the conduit.

Conduit runs on drawings are guidelines. They may be changed to fit site specific requirements. Use sweeps, not elbows!

= Towers =
Install tower sections and tower caps. There are holes present at the bottom of the tower. Use these holes to guide drilling through the foundation, and secure tower to foundation using provided bolts. Secure towers with six bolts each, for twelve total bolts.

= Ground Rods =
Install ground rods and cabling. (Pigtail at corner ground rods into hut.)

Use the CADWELD exothermic welding system for ground cable to grounding rod connections.
= Junction Box and AEI Box =
[[image:img1740586443754.jpeg|300px|right|thumb|NEMA Enclosure resting on 4x4 spacers]]

On the side of the '''nearside''' tower that the AEI box will be installed on, place the AEI box on top of the 4x4 spacers. While the box is supported, slide the tower clamps into the unistrut located on the back of the box. The clamps should be bolted to the tower securely once they have been slid into place. 

The Junction box can be installed in the same fashion on the '''farside'''.

= Heliax =
Start installing the Heliax cable on the farside, pushing it to the nearside. When cutting the Heliax, leave enough to pull 4.5" into both the AEI box and the Junction box.
= Antennas =

Place the center of the antenna 3 feet 6 inches above the top of the rail and 11 feet 6 inches away from the center of the rail. The tower face should be 12 feet from the center of the rail.

Place the second antenna directly across from the first.

Refer to [[Appendix C - Site Drawings|Appendix C: Site Drawings]] for detailed installation drawings.

= Wiring Power to the AEI Box =
Power must be wired into the AEI box by a licensed electrician.

= Wheel Sensor =
Refer to [[Frauscher Wheel Detector Installation and Optimization]] for instruction on installing the wheel sensor.

= Presence Subsystem =
Refer to [[AEI Site_Installation_Procedure#Presence_Detector_Installation|Presense Detector Installation]] and [[Loop Detector Pin Connections]].

= Batteries =
An area inside each NEMA enclosure has been marked for battery placement. Install the batteries in the marked area.
= Cell Antenna =
Install the cell antenna above the AEI box.

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[[image:img1740568753739.jpeg|thumb|600px|center]]

[[Appendix G - Glossary]]
= Site Considerations =
=== Pre-construction ===

#Find the transducer location first. This is the center of the site. The center of the transducer must be located between two ties. This allows the cable at the bottom of the transducer to enter the Carflex conduit without binding.
#Find the tower locations. The center of the antennas and the center of the transducer may or may not line up. If the towers are offset from the transducer and this is causing issues, the parameters <.LocationXOffset> and <.LocationYOffset> can be adjusted on the APU to account for this. See [[Appendix A_-_System_Parameters#Acquisition.XTrack.Track| Appendix A - System Parameters]] for more information.

=== Areas to Avoid ===
Comet Electronics recommends that the following site areas are avoided. Use this list as a guide only. Since all installations are unique in some manner, avoiding these areas is not always possible. A survey of each site should be done to determine preferred equipment locations, conduit runs, and antenna configuration based upon the particular application. The user and the system integrator must ensure correct and accurate system operation in the event the areas described below cannot be avoided.
*Large metallic objects and obstructions in close proximity to the reading area
*Areas where reverse train movements occur
*Areas where train switching moves occur
*Areas where “building” moves occur (dropping and adding cars)
*Areas where train stoppage in front of reader systems is likely to occur
*Areas with severe or multiple curves in the track
*Switches
*Track joints

= Foundation =
Install house foundation legs at top of tie level. All trenching is to be 36" below top of tie.
Set tower foundations.

Recommended: 200lbs of Sakrete for the nearside.

= Conduit =
Install all conduits in the same trench. Lay conduit out, make the necessary cuts, glue cut pieces together as necessary, and bury the conduit.

Conduit runs on drawings are guidelines. They may be changed to fit site specific requirements. Use sweeps, not elbows!

= Towers =
Install tower sections and tower caps. There are holes present at the bottom of the tower. Use these holes to guide drilling through the foundation, and secure tower to foundation using provided bolts. Secure towers with six bolts each, for twelve total bolts.

= Ground Rods =
Install ground rods and cabling. (Pigtail at corner ground rods into hut.)

Use the CADWELD exothermic welding system for ground cable to grounding rod connections.
= Junction Box and AEI Box =
[[image:img1740586443754.jpeg|300px|right|thumb|NEMA Enclosure resting on 4x4 spacers]]

On the side of the '''nearside''' tower that the AEI box will be installed on, place the AEI box on top of the 4x4 spacers. While the box is supported, slide the tower clamps into the unistrut located on the back of the box. The clamps should be bolted to the tower securely once they have been slid into place. 

The Junction box can be installed in the same fashion on the '''farside'''.

= Heliax =
Start installing the Heliax cable on the farside, pushing it to the nearside. When cutting the Heliax, leave enough to pull 4.5" into both the AEI box and the Junction box.
= Antennas =

Place the center of the antenna 3 feet 6 inches above the top of the rail and 11 feet 6 inches away from the center of the rail. The tower face should be 12 feet from the center of the rail.

Place the second antenna directly across from the first.

Refer to [[Appendix C - Site Drawings|Appendix C: Site Drawings]] for detailed installation drawings.

= Wiring Power to the AEI Box =
Power must be wired into the AEI box by a licensed electrician.

= Wheel Sensor =
Refer to [[Frauscher Wheel Detector Installation and Optimization]] for instruction on installing the wheel sensor.

= Presence Subsystem =
Refer to [[AEI Site_Installation_Procedure#Presence_Detector_Installation|Presense Detector Installation]] and [[Loop Detector Pin Connections]].

= Batteries =
An area inside each NEMA enclosure has been marked for battery placement. Install the batteries in the marked area.
= Cell Antenna =
Install the cell antenna above the AEI box.

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[[image:img1740568753739.jpeg|thumb|600px|left]]

[[Appendix G - Glossary]]
= Site Considerations =
=== Pre-construction ===

#Find the transducer location first. This is the center of the site. The center of the transducer must be located between two ties. This allows the cable at the bottom of the transducer to enter the Carflex conduit without binding.
#Find the tower locations. The center of the antennas and the center of the transducer may or may not line up. If the towers are offset from the transducer and this is causing issues, the parameters <.LocationXOffset> and <.LocationYOffset> can be adjusted on the APU to account for this. See [[Appendix A_-_System_Parameters#Acquisition.XTrack.Track| Appendix A - System Parameters]] for more information.

=== Areas to Avoid ===
Comet Electronics recommends that the following site areas are avoided. Use this list as a guide only. Since all installations are unique in some manner, avoiding these areas is not always possible. A survey of each site should be done to determine preferred equipment locations, conduit runs, and antenna configuration based upon the particular application. The user and the system integrator must ensure correct and accurate system operation in the event the areas described below cannot be avoided.
*Large metallic objects and obstructions in close proximity to the reading area
*Areas where reverse train movements occur
*Areas where train switching moves occur
*Areas where “building” moves occur (dropping and adding cars)
*Areas where train stoppage in front of reader systems is likely to occur
*Areas with severe or multiple curves in the track
*Switches
*Track joints

= Foundation =
Install house foundation legs at top of tie level. All trenching is to be 36" below top of tie.
Set tower foundations.

Recommended: 200lbs of Sakrete for the nearside.

= Conduit =
Install all conduits in the same trench. Lay conduit out, make the necessary cuts, glue cut pieces together as necessary, and bury the conduit.

Conduit runs on drawings are guidelines. They may be changed to fit site specific requirements. Use sweeps, not elbows!

= Towers =
Install tower sections and tower caps. There are holes present at the bottom of the tower. Use these holes to guide drilling through the foundation, and secure tower to foundation using provided bolts. Secure towers with six bolts each, for twelve total bolts.

= Ground Rods =
Install ground rods and cabling. (Pigtail at corner ground rods into hut.)

Use the CADWELD exothermic welding system for ground cable to grounding rod connections.
= Junction Box and AEI Box =
[[image:img1740586443754.jpeg|300px|right|thumb|NEMA Enclosure resting on 4x4 spacers]]

On the side of the '''nearside''' tower that the AEI box will be installed on, place the AEI box on top of the 4x4 spacers. While the box is supported, slide the tower clamps into the unistrut located on the back of the box. The clamps should be bolted to the tower securely once they have been slid into place. 

The Junction box can be installed in the same fashion on the '''farside'''.

= Heliax =
Start installing the Heliax cable on the farside, pushing it to the nearside. When cutting the Heliax, leave enough to pull 4.5" into both the AEI box and the Junction box.
= Antennas =

Place the center of the antenna 3 feet 6 inches above the top of the rail and 11 feet 6 inches away from the center of the rail. The tower face should be 12 feet from the center of the rail.

Place the second antenna directly across from the first.

Refer to [[Appendix C - Site Drawings|Appendix C: Site Drawings]] for detailed installation drawings.

= Wiring Power to the AEI Box =
Power must be wired into the AEI box by a licensed electrician.

= Wheel Sensor =
Refer to [[Frauscher Wheel Detector Installation and Optimization]] for instruction on installing the wheel sensor.

= Presence Subsystem =
Refer to [[AEI Site_Installation_Procedure#Presence_Detector_Installation|Presense Detector Installation]] and [[Loop Detector Pin Connections]].

= Batteries =
An area inside each NEMA enclosure has been marked for battery placement. Install the batteries in the marked area.
= Cell Antenna =
Install the cell antenna above the AEI box.

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[[image:img1740568753739.jpeg|thumb|300px]]

[[Appendix G - Glossary]]
= Site Considerations =
=== Pre-construction ===

#Find the transducer location first. This is the center of the site. The center of the transducer must be located between two ties. This allows the cable at the bottom of the transducer to enter the Carflex conduit without binding.
#Find the tower locations. The center of the antennas and the center of the transducer may or may not line up. If the towers are offset from the transducer and this is causing issues, the parameters <.LocationXOffset> and <.LocationYOffset> can be adjusted on the APU to account for this. See [[Appendix A_-_System_Parameters#Acquisition.XTrack.Track| Appendix A - System Parameters]] for more information.

=== Areas to Avoid ===
Comet Electronics recommends that the following site areas are avoided. Use this list as a guide only. Since all installations are unique in some manner, avoiding these areas is not always possible. A survey of each site should be done to determine preferred equipment locations, conduit runs, and antenna configuration based upon the particular application. The user and the system integrator must ensure correct and accurate system operation in the event the areas described below cannot be avoided.
*Large metallic objects and obstructions in close proximity to the reading area
*Areas where reverse train movements occur
*Areas where train switching moves occur
*Areas where “building” moves occur (dropping and adding cars)
*Areas where train stoppage in front of reader systems is likely to occur
*Areas with severe or multiple curves in the track
*Switches
*Track joints

= Foundation =
Install house foundation legs at top of tie level. All trenching is to be 36" below top of tie.
Set tower foundations.

Recommended: 200lbs of Sakrete for the nearside.

= Conduit =
Install all conduits in the same trench. Lay conduit out, make the necessary cuts, glue cut pieces together as necessary, and bury the conduit.

Conduit runs on drawings are guidelines. They may be changed to fit site specific requirements. Use sweeps, not elbows!

= Towers =
Install tower sections and tower caps. There are holes present at the bottom of the tower. Use these holes to guide drilling through the foundation, and secure tower to foundation using provided bolts. Secure towers with six bolts each, for twelve total bolts.

= Ground Rods =
Install ground rods and cabling. (Pigtail at corner ground rods into hut.)

Use the CADWELD exothermic welding system for ground cable to grounding rod connections.
= Junction Box and AEI Box =
[[image:img1740586443754.jpeg|300px|right|thumb|NEMA Enclosure resting on 4x4 spacers]]

On the side of the '''nearside''' tower that the AEI box will be installed on, place the AEI box on top of the 4x4 spacers. While the box is supported, slide the tower clamps into the unistrut located on the back of the box. The clamps should be bolted to the tower securely once they have been slid into place. 

The Junction box can be installed in the same fashion on the '''farside'''.

= Heliax =
Start installing the Heliax cable on the farside, pushing it to the nearside. When cutting the Heliax, leave enough to pull 4.5" into both the AEI box and the Junction box.
= Antennas =

Place the center of the antenna 3 feet 6 inches above the top of the rail and 11 feet 6 inches away from the center of the rail. The tower face should be 12 feet from the center of the rail.

Place the second antenna directly across from the first.

Refer to [[Appendix C - Site Drawings|Appendix C: Site Drawings]] for detailed installation drawings.

= Wiring Power to the AEI Box =
Power must be wired into the AEI box by a licensed electrician.

= Wheel Sensor =
Refer to [[Frauscher Wheel Detector Installation and Optimization]] for instruction on installing the wheel sensor.

= Presence Subsystem =
Refer to [[AEI Site_Installation_Procedure#Presence_Detector_Installation|Presense Detector Installation]] and [[Loop Detector Pin Connections]].

= Batteries =
An area inside each NEMA enclosure has been marked for battery placement. Install the batteries in the marked area.
= Cell Antenna =
Install the cell antenna above the AEI box.

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'''MPRX Multi-Protocol Reader. '''
= General =
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TransCore’s MPRX Multiprotocol Reader is a radio frequency identification (RFID) reader that is specifically designed for harsh environment applications.

The MPRX comes in an IP65/67 rated case for dust and water ingress protection in harsh outdoor or rail environments. The MPRX boasts Ethernet (via sealed M12 connector), RS422, and RS232 communication protocols. All interfaces support simultaneous host communications in real-time for passing read data to the host computer. 

The MPRX employs advanced multiplexing techniques that improve reader performance at higher vehicle speeds when compared to legacy products, allowing one reader to manage up to four antennas. In addition, the reader can supply active antenna information to the host, tying tag reads to each multiplexed antenna

= Applications =
= Accessories =
== Dimensions ==

= More Information =
[[media:MPRX Data_Sheet.pdf|MPRX Data Sheet]]

[[media:MPRX_User_Manual.pdf|MPRX User Manual]]

[[media:MPRX_Licensing_Information.pdf|MPRX Licensing Information]]

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'''MPRX Multi-Protocol Reader. '''
= General =
[[media:402173.1.jpg|200px|thumb|right|402173]]

TransCore’s MPRX Multiprotocol Reader is a radio frequency identification (RFID) reader that is specifically designed for harsh environment applications.

The MPRX comes in an IP65/67 rated case for dust and water ingress protection in harsh outdoor or rail environments. The MPRX boasts Ethernet (via sealed M12 connector), RS422, and RS232 communication protocols. All interfaces support simultaneous host communications in real-time for passing read data to the host computer. 

The MPRX employs advanced multiplexing techniques that improve reader performance at higher vehicle speeds when compared to legacy products, allowing one reader to manage up to four antennas. In addition, the reader can supply active antenna information to the host, tying tag reads to each multiplexed antenna

= Applications =
= Accessories =
== Dimensions ==

= More Information =
[[media:MPRX Data_Sheet.pdf|MPRX Data Sheet]]

[[media:MPRX_User_Manual.pdf|MPRX User Manual]]

[[media:MPRX_Licensing_Information.pdf|MPRX Licensing Information]]

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=Accessories=
=Specifications=
==Dimensions==
==Power==
==Connections==
==Communication==
==Compliance==
==Safety==
==Licensing==
==Environmental==
===Operating Temperature===
===Storage Temperature===
===Ingress Protection===
===Vibration===
===Shock===

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'''MPRX Multi-Protocol Reader. '''
= General =
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TransCore’s MPRX Multiprotocol Reader is a radio frequency identification (RFID) reader that is specifically designed for harsh environment applications.

The MPRX comes in an IP65/67 rated case for dust and water ingress protection in harsh outdoor or rail environments. The MPRX boasts Ethernet (via sealed M12 connector), RS422, and RS232 communication protocols. All interfaces support simultaneous host communications in real-time for passing read data to the host computer. 

The MPRX employs advanced multiplexing techniques that improve reader performance at higher vehicle speeds when compared to legacy products, allowing one reader to manage up to four antennas. In addition, the reader can supply active antenna information to the host, tying tag reads to each multiplexed antenna

= Applications =
= Accessories =
== Dimensions ==

= More Information =
[[media:MPRX Data_Sheet.pdf|MPRX Data Sheet]]

[[media:MPRX_User_Manual.pdf|MPRX User Manual]]

[[media:MPRX_Licensing_Information.pdf|MPRX Licensing Information]]

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'''MPRX Multi-Protocol Reader. '''
= General =
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TransCore’s MPRX Multiprotocol Reader is a radio frequency identification (RFID) reader that is specifically designed for harsh environment applications.

The MPRX comes in an IP65/67 rated case for dust and water ingress protection in harsh outdoor or rail environments. The MPRX boasts Ethernet (via sealed M12 connector), RS422, and RS232 communication protocols. All interfaces support simultaneous host communications in real-time for passing read data to the host computer. 

The MPRX employs advanced multiplexing techniques that improve reader performance at higher vehicle speeds when compared to legacy products, allowing one reader to manage up to four antennas. In addition, the reader can supply active antenna information to the host, tying tag reads to each multiplexed antenna

= Applications =
= Accessories =
== Dimensions ==
=== ===

= More Information =
[[media:MPRX Data_Sheet.pdf|MPRX Data Sheet]]

[[media:MPRX_User_Manual.pdf|MPRX User Manual]]

[[media:MPRX_Licensing_Information.pdf|MPRX Licensing Information]]

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'''MPRX Multi-Protocol Reader. '''
= General =
[[File:402173.1.jpg|Thumb|200px|right]]

TransCore’s MPRX Multiprotocol Reader is a radio frequency identification (RFID) reader that is specifically designed for harsh environment applications.

The MPRX comes in an IP65/67 rated case for dust and water ingress protection in harsh outdoor or rail environments. The MPRX boasts Ethernet (via sealed M12 connector), RS422, and RS232 communication protocols. All interfaces support simultaneous host communications in real-time for passing read data to the host computer. 

The MPRX employs advanced multiplexing techniques that improve reader performance at higher vehicle speeds when compared to legacy products, allowing one reader to manage up to four antennas. In addition, the reader can supply active antenna information to the host, tying tag reads to each multiplexed antenna

= Applications =
= Accessories =
== Dimensions ==
=== ===

= More Information =
[[media:MPRX Data_Sheet.pdf|MPRX Data Sheet]]

[[media:MPRX_User_Manual.pdf|MPRX User Manual]]

[[media:MPRX_Licensing_Information.pdf|MPRX Licensing Information]]

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= General =
TransCore’s MPRX Multiprotocol Reader is a radio frequency identification (RFID) reader that is specifically designed for harsh environment applications.

The MPRX comes in an IP65/67 rated case for dust and water ingress protection in harsh outdoor or rail environments. The MPRX boasts Ethernet (via sealed M12 connector), RS422, and RS232 communication protocols. All interfaces support simultaneous host communications in real-time for passing read data to the host computer. 

The MPRX employs advanced multiplexing techniques that improve reader performance at higher vehicle speeds when compared to legacy products, allowing one reader to manage up to four antennas. In addition, the reader can supply active antenna information to the host, tying tag reads to each multiplexed antenna

=Applications=
=Accessories=
=Specifications=
==Dimensions==
==Power==
==Connections==
==Communication==
==Compliance==
==Safety==
==Licensing==
==Environmental==
===Operating Temperature===
===Storage Temperature===
===Ingress Protection===
===Vibration===
===Shock===

= More Information =
[[media:MPRX Data_Sheet.pdf|MPRX Data Sheet]]

[[media:MPRX_User_Manual.pdf|MPRX User Manual]]

[[media:MPRX_Licensing_Information.pdf|MPRX Licensing Information]]

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= General =
TransCore’s MPRX Multiprotocol Reader is a radio frequency identification (RFID) reader that is specifically designed for harsh environment applications.

The MPRX comes in an IP65/67 rated case for dust and water ingress protection in harsh outdoor or rail environments. The MPRX boasts Ethernet (via sealed M12 connector), RS422, and RS232 communication protocols. All interfaces support simultaneous host communications in real-time for passing read data to the host computer. 

The MPRX employs advanced multiplexing techniques that improve reader performance at higher vehicle speeds when compared to legacy products, allowing one reader to manage up to four antennas. In addition, the reader can supply active antenna information to the host, tying tag reads to each multiplexed antenna

=Features=
=Applications=
=Accessories=
=Specifications=
==Dimensions==
==Power==
==Connections==
==Communication==
==Compliance==
==Safety==
==Licensing==
==Environmental==
===Operating Temperature===
===Storage Temperature===
===Ingress Protection===
===Vibration===
===Shock===

= More Information =
[[media:MPRX Data_Sheet.pdf|MPRX Data Sheet]]

[[media:MPRX_User_Manual.pdf|MPRX User Manual]]

[[media:MPRX_Licensing_Information.pdf|MPRX Licensing Information]]

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=Accessories=
=Specifications=
==Dimensions==
==Power==
==Connections==
==Communication==
==Compliance==
==Safety==
==Licensing==
==Environmental==
===Operating Temperature===
===Storage Temperature===
===Ingress Protection===
===Vibration===
===Shock===

= More Information =
[[media:MPRX Data_Sheet.pdf|MPRX Data Sheet]]

[[media:MPRX_User_Manual.pdf|MPRX User Manual]]

[[media:MPRX_Licensing_Information.pdf|MPRX Licensing Information]]

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=Features=
=Applications=
=Accessories=
=Specifications=
==Dimensions==
==Power==
==Connections==
==Communication==
==Compliance==
==Safety==
==Licensing==
==Environmental==
===Operating Temperature===
===Storage Temperature===
===Ingress Protection===
===Vibration===
===Shock===

= More Information =
[[media:MPRX Data_Sheet.pdf|MPRX Data Sheet]]

[[file:MPRX User Manual]]

[[file:MPRX Licensing Information]]

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=General=
=Features=
=Applications=
=Accessories=
=Specifications=
==Dimensions==
==Power==
==Connections==
==Communication==
==Compliance==
==Safety==
==Licensing==
==Environmental==
===Operating Temperature===
===Storage Temperature===
===Ingress Protection===
===Vibration===
===Shock===

= More Information =
[[media:MPRX Data_Sheet.pdf|MPRX Data_Sheet.pdf]]

[[file:MPRX User Manual]]

[[file:MPRX Licensing Information]]

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=General=
=Features=
=Applications=
=Accessories=
=Specifications=
==Dimensions==
==Power==
==Connections==
==Communication==
==Compliance==
==Safety==
==Licensing==
==Environmental==
===Operating Temperature===
===Storage Temperature===
===Ingress Protection===
===Vibration===
===Shock===

= More Information =
[[media:MPRX_Data_Sheet.pdf]]

[[file:MPRX User Manual]]

[[file:MPRX Licensing Information]]