PR3/PR3Xtra (PR3)

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Digitrax: PR3/PR3Xtra (PR3)

Summary: The PR3, which was superseded by the PR3 Xtra, is a device that allows downloading of sound files or reflashing the firmware of a Digitrax sound equipped multifunction decoder. It also functions as programmer for multifunction decoders, and a bridge between USB and LocoNet.

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General information
DCC Category Computer Interface
Manufacturer	Digitrax
MSRP	86 USD87.55 EUR <br />76.60 GBP <br />129.97 AUD <br />116.02 CAD <br />
Compare Prices	Latest Prices
Manufacturer Part Number
Common Name	PR3/PR3Xtra
UPC Number	652667120067
Release information
Product URL	External Product Link
Product Manual URL	External Product Link
Year Released	6/2013
Year EOL	12/2017
Has computer interface	USB 2.0
Firmware Upgrade Possible
Predecessor	MS100, PR2
Successor	PR4
Misc Details
Height
Length
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History

Superceded by the PR3 Xtra, and later by the PR4/PR4 Xtra The PR3 and PR3Xtra have been superseded by the PR4

Digitrax PR3, front view with USB and Track connections
LocoNet and Power Connections on Rear
Comparison showing difference in size. The PR4 has its power connector on the front.

Features

Digitrax SoundLoader compatible
- Programs Digitrax sound projects in to SFX decoders
Programs CVs for most DCC multifunction decoders
LocoNet MS100 mode
Mac OS with JMRI
Windows XP, Vista, 2000, 7, and 8
Requires a programming track.

It can also act as a bridge between LocoNet and a computer. It uses a USB 2.0 interface to a computer.

The PR3 is not as fast as the newer PR4.

PR3

The PR3 is a Digitrax LocoNet device which enables programming of multifunction decoders, as well as updating firmware in multifunction decoders and throttles. It also functions as a bridge between USB and LocoNet, allowing a computer to be connected to your LocoNet.

PR3 Xtra

The PR3 Xtra was a PR3 packaged with a power supply. Otherwise, it is identical.

Status LEDs

For a table of the status LEDs, see PR4 Status LEDS

IPL

This is the Initial Program Loader which is used with the PR3/PR3 to update the firmware in Digitrax products. Included with the SoundLoader software. Requires a computer running MSwindows.

Drivers

Mac OS X 10.8: PR3 with OS X

Power Supply

The original PR3 did not come with a power supply, Digitrax recommended a maximum supply voltage of 20VDC. With the introduction of the PR3 Xtra, the voltage recommendation was lowered to 15VDC, in line with their included power supply.

For better results when programming, a 16 – 18V power supply is recommended. For use with Digitrax multifunction decoders the PS14 power supply is recommended.^[1]

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