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= MPRX Upgrade Kit = | = MPRX Upgrade Kit = | ||
<p>Transcore has developed the MPRX (Multiprotocol Reader Extreme, Figure 1) as a replacement to the AI1200/AR2200 RFID subsystem, which was previously utilized in Railnet AEI system. The MPRX is a next-generation RFID reader that supports Association of American Railroads (AAR) formatted tags. Comet Electronics has adopted this upgrade and provides a kit that includes the MPASS, a designed interface card unique to Comet that ensures a seamless upgrade from the AI1200/AR2200 to the MPRX. For low-medium speed sites (unrestricted up to 60 mph, restricted 40 mph): installation is like a single, multiplexed RF. Utilize one MPASS/MPRX, with connections to antenna ports 0 & 1. For high-speed sites (unrestricted up to 130 mph): installation is like a dual, dedicated RF. Utilize two MPASS/MPRX, with connections to antenna ports 0 on both MPRX units. | |||
This kit contains the parts and pieces required to upgrade a RailNET site from the Transcore single frequency RFID radio, the AR2200 and its associated reader card, the AI1200, to MPRX operation.</p> | [[File:mprx-upgrade-kit-img.jpg|200px|frameless|right]] | ||
<p>Transcore has developed the MPRX (Multiprotocol Reader Extreme, Figure 1) as a replacement to the AI1200/AR2200 RFID subsystem, which was previously utilized in Railnet AEI system. The MPRX is a next-generation RFID reader that supports Association of American Railroads (AAR) formatted tags. Comet Electronics has adopted this upgrade and provides a kit that includes the MPASS, a designed interface card unique to Comet that ensures a seamless upgrade from the AI1200/AR2200 to the MPRX. </p> | |||
<p>For low-medium speed sites (unrestricted up to 60 mph, restricted 40 mph): installation is like a single, multiplexed RF. Utilize one MPASS/MPRX, with connections to antenna ports 0 & 1. For high-speed sites (unrestricted up to 130 mph): installation is like a dual, dedicated RF. Utilize two MPASS/MPRX, with connections to antenna ports 0 on both MPRX units.</p> | |||
<p>This kit contains the parts and pieces required to upgrade a RailNET site from the Transcore single frequency RFID radio, the AR2200 and its associated reader card, the AI1200, to MPRX operation.</p> | |||
== Contents == | == Contents == | ||
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== Compatibility == | == Compatibility == | ||
The MPRX requires | |||
*The MPRX requires software version 5.2.0.17 or greater. | |||
***This requires a LX-800. The MPRX is also compatible with 5.3 on a T10 | |||
*One kit is required for a single reader system. Systems with multiple readers, dedicated to each side of the track (typical for higher track speed ratings) will need one kit per reader, usually 2. | |||
== Procedures == | == Procedures == | ||
[[MPRX Upgrade AEI site Installation Instructions Dedicated or Multiplexed]] | |||
Latest revision as of 21:47, 20 February 2025
MPRX Upgrade Kit
Transcore has developed the MPRX (Multiprotocol Reader Extreme, Figure 1) as a replacement to the AI1200/AR2200 RFID subsystem, which was previously utilized in Railnet AEI system. The MPRX is a next-generation RFID reader that supports Association of American Railroads (AAR) formatted tags. Comet Electronics has adopted this upgrade and provides a kit that includes the MPASS, a designed interface card unique to Comet that ensures a seamless upgrade from the AI1200/AR2200 to the MPRX.
For low-medium speed sites (unrestricted up to 60 mph, restricted 40 mph): installation is like a single, multiplexed RF. Utilize one MPASS/MPRX, with connections to antenna ports 0 & 1. For high-speed sites (unrestricted up to 130 mph): installation is like a dual, dedicated RF. Utilize two MPASS/MPRX, with connections to antenna ports 0 on both MPRX units.
This kit contains the parts and pieces required to upgrade a RailNET site from the Transcore single frequency RFID radio, the AR2200 and its associated reader card, the AI1200, to MPRX operation.
Contents
| Part Number | Description | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 402173 | MPRX, 4-Port, Wide Input Power, 915, Ethernet/RS232RS242, 12-110VDC | 1 |
| 402180 | Cable, MPRX to APU102, Umbilical Assy "B" | 1 |
| 400183 | Cable, MPRX to APU102, Umbilical Assy "B" | 1 |
| 400647 | Load, Dummy, RF, 2watt, XMA | 3 |
| 402275 | Assy Monitor, MPRX, M-PASS Accessory | 1 |
Compatibility
- The MPRX requires software version 5.2.0.17 or greater.
- This requires a LX-800. The MPRX is also compatible with 5.3 on a T10
- One kit is required for a single reader system. Systems with multiple readers, dedicated to each side of the track (typical for higher track speed ratings) will need one kit per reader, usually 2.
Procedures
MPRX Upgrade AEI site Installation Instructions Dedicated or Multiplexed