PR4 Programmer (PR4)
Programming:
Digitrax: PR4 Programmer (PR4)Summary: The PR4 is a LocoNet device that allows downloading of sound files to a Digitrax sound decoder, or reflashing their firmware. It is also used to update the firmware for Digitrax throttles and command stations. It provides a USB to LocoNet interface as well.
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Manufacturer | Digitrax |
MSRP | 95 USD96.71 EUR <br />84.62 GBP <br />143.57 AUD <br />128.16 CAD <br /> |
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Manufacturer Part Number | |
Common Name | PR4 Programmer |
UPC Number | 652667120074 |
Release information | |
Product URL | Product Link |
Manual URL | Manual Link |
Has computer interface | Other |
Firmware Upgrade Possible | |
Year Released | 12/2017 |
Year EOL | |
Predecessor | PR3 |
Successor | |
Misc Details | |
Height | 27 mm2.7 cm <br />0.027 m <br />1.063 in <br />0.0886 ft <br /> |
Length | 95 mm9.5 cm <br />0.095 m <br />3.74 in <br />0.312 ft <br /> |
Width | 67 mm6.7 cm <br />0.067 m <br />2.638 in <br />0.22 ft <br /> |
History
The PR4 is an upgrade to the PR3. It is faster and smaller than its predecessor. It was later packaged with a power supply and branded as the PR4 Xtra.
Description
The PR4 is a LocoNet device that allows downloading of sound files to a Digitrax sound decoder, or reflashing the firmware. It also acts as an interface between LocoNet and a computer. It uses a USB 2.0 interface to a computer. It replaced the PR3.
The PR4 was rebranded the PR4 Xtra, which includes the power supply.[1]
See LocoNet Page for more information on this and the PR3.
Features
- Multifunction USB to LocoNet
- Optimized for Direct mode, up to 3 times faster than PR3
- Electrically Isolated between USB and LocoNet
- Digitrax “SoundLoader” compatible. Loads Digitrax sound projects to SFX decoders
- Programs CVs for most DCC decoders
- LocoNet MS100 mode
- Automatic configuration
- Standalone operation for CV and SoundFX programming without a Digitrax Command Station
- LED status indicator lights
- Blue LED indicates USB connection is active and PR4 is in LocoNet mode.
- Flashing blue LED indicates it is in programming mode.
- Red and Green Status LEDs used for resets and other processes.
- Firmware updates available from Digitrax Web site.
- Includes PS14 Power Supply
- Mac OS with JMRI
- Windows XP, Vista, 2000, 7, and 8
It requires a programming track.
The PR4 does not provide RailSync power or LocoNet termination when used in a standalone LocoNet situation.
For better results, an 18V power supply is recommended. For use with Digitrax multifunction decoders the PS14 power supply is recommended.[2]
Drivers
See PR4 Webpage
- Mac OS X 10.8: PR4 with OS X
- Mac OS: Using the PR3 with OSX
Power Supply
The PR4 Xtra comes with a power supply.
PR4 FAQs
- Connection Issues with Digitrax Command Station USB Port
- Digitrax PR4 Drivers
- Digitrax PR4 Locking Up
- Digtrax and Indexed CVs
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