RailNET: Updating the Main Program

NOTE: This content originally was published in an earlier version 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.

Prerequisite

Before performing any software update on the RailNet APU‑102 (T‑10 or LX‑800), run the ibackup command to create a mirror image of the current configuration. This backup is essential to prevent data loss and ensures that the system can be restored to its original state if the update process encounters errors.

Caution: Skipping this step may result in unrecoverable loss of parameters, settings, or software.

Upgrade Files

Download the appropriate software file:

RailNET T10 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.

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. Connect and login to the APU.
2. Enter – ibackup
   1. We do this incase anything goes wrong.
   2. irestore will bring back the original parameters and software version.
   3. Do a Reboot
   4. Enter – Type \mirror.txt
   5. This will show you the backup that you just done.
   6. You will see an updated date and time with this prompt.
      

NOTE:	IF THE PROMPT GIVES YOU A TIME AND DATE OLDER THAN WHAT THE APU IS SHOWING AS TODAYS DATE, THEN START THE PROCESS OVER AGAIN

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