The ASC/3 RM is the latest in a series of Advanced System
Controllers, now offered by Safetran. It builds on the
proven software, design flexibility, and unique feature set
of the popular ASC/3 family of controllers.
The ASC/3 RM provides an updated rack mount hardware
design that allows it to serve as the traffic control platform
for present and future traffic management environments.
This is accomplished through Caltrans C1 platform (33x
type cabinet compatibility) and is NTCIP compliant.
The ASC/3 RM was designed using the latest technology
which offers the user a controller that is more reliable,
easier to maintain, and interchangeable with the Caltrans
C1 platform (170/2070) type, while continuing to offer a
competitive price. In addition, the design, manufacturing,
and testing of the ASC/3 RM uses processes controlled
by the latest ISO quality standards.
All firmware in the ASC/3 RM is stored in flash memory.
This allows for quick and easy software updates in the
field without changing hardware. The ASC/3 RM firmware
is easily updated in the background while the intersection
remains in operation. Once updated, the controller only
needs to be power-cycled to allow the new firmware to
take control. The majority of the electronic components
of the ASC/3 RM are contained on one easy-to-replace
module.
The ASC/3 RM uses the largest Liquid Crystal Display
(LCD) module (16 lines x 40 characters) in the industry to
simplify the user interface. This display provides improved
viewing in all lighting conditions. In addition, a display
heater enhances the display performance in temperatures
below 0° F (-18° C).
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