RailNET: Updating the Main Program

NOTE: Some content was previously published as Comet Electronics Document 480026: Updating Software. 

Overview

This procedure provides details for authorized personnel to use in updating the software on the RailNet APU-102. Regular updates are required to optimize functionality and resolve known issues.

Access the files in the Upgrade Files section to update either your RailNet T-10 or LX-800 software. Based on your software, perform the appropriate upgrade procedure using the dedicated section below (T‑10 or LX‑800).

If you have questions or experience an issue during the update process, contact Comet Electronics customer support for assistance.

Prerequisites

IMPORTANT: Before updating software on the RailNet APU‑102 (T‑10 or LX‑800), always run the ibackup command to create a mirror of your current configuration. This backup prevents data loss and ensures that your system can be restored if the update process fails.

To confirm that the backup was successful, in the change menu of Session 1, enter \mirror.txt. The backup details are displayed, including the creation date. Verify that the date shown matches the system date of the APU-102. (If the backup date is older than the system date, repeat the process to create a current image.)

NOTE: Use the irestore command to restore the original parameters and software version from your backup, if needed.

See APU102 Auto‑Recovery Quick Start Guide (LX800) for details about creating or updating the backup mirror image for the LX-800 software.

Upgrade Files

Download the appropriate software file:

• RailNET T‑10 Version 5 software
• RailNET LX‑800 Version 5 software

T-10 Upgrade Procedure

Complete the steps below to update the T-10 software on the RailNet APU-102:

IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to update via serial port.

1. Connect and login to the APU-102.
2. Zrec the following files: F.BAT, V53-4-37U, V53-4-37U-List, ZIP.PSP.
   NOTE: File names are intended as examples and subject to change based on latest release.
3. Reboot the system to finalize the update.
   NOTE: The update is self‑executing; no shell commands are required.
4. Review your parameters after reboot, as they may need to be updated.
5. To verify that the software update was successful, enter the following command: version.
   NOTE: This command may take up to a minute to run.
6. The system displays the version information, as in the example image below.
   NOTE: Output may vary depending on the software release and version.

LX-800 Upgrade Procedure

Complete the steps below to update the LX-800 software on the RailNet APU-102:

IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to update via serial port.

1. Zrec the following files:F.BAT, V52_1_0.exe, ZIP.PSP).
2. File is V5.2.1.0RC3 (this file name is subject to change as newer versions are made)
3. Do a full reboot. There is no need to shell anything as this is a self-executing update.
4. Your system should be updated. Don’t forget to look at your parameters as they will have to be updated.
5. To make sure that the driver was updated, type, shell dir c:\windows\rtss\009\wdidvr.rts
6. The output is shown below. The date provided should be 04/26/2024.