FleX Controller – User Manual 1
Version 1.0
1 INTRODUCTION
The McCain’s FleX Controller is an advanced, multi-application controller that simultaneously supports
multiple software applications through a single platform. The FleX Controller features a wide variety of
communications options, including serial and Ethernet for connectivity in any kind of environment.
Quick data transfers, firmware upgrades, and log retrievals can be done via USB.
The controller’s Linux operating system provides a robust, FleXible, open-architecture platform that can
support third party applications.
1.1 Benefits
The controller can be used in ATC and NEMA Cabinets.
Simultaneously supports multiple transportation software applications.
Multi-tasking ability minimizes the amount of hardware required at intersections.
1.2 Controller features
Operating system: Linux.
Microprocessor: Freescale MPC8360 PowerQuicc II Pro microprocessor running at 400MHz.
Memory:
16MB NOR Flash Memory.
256MB NAND Flash Memory.
256MB DDR2.
2MB Non-volatile SRAM.
Backup real-time clock (RTC).
CONTROLLERS’ INTERFACES:
1 SDLC port.
1 Serial (asynchronous) port.
2 Serial (asynchronous) ports.
ENET 1: 100 Base-T Ethernet switch, with two RJ-45 connectors.
ENET 2: 100 Base-T Ethernet switch, with three RJ-45 connectors.
2 USB ports
SP3 and SP5: Supported on C12S connector.
1 Wi-Fi Interface.
1 SD card receptacle.
1 Datakey receptacle.