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PedConnex Utility – Software & Configuration Guide

PedConnex Utility: Windows software for configuring pedestrian safety stations with USB-based profile management

Dylan Solberg
Updated by Dylan Solberg

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Applies To: PedSafety – PedConnex Utility
Document Type: Software / Configuration Guide

Scope: Software configuration only. No wiring, power, or hardware specifications are included.

Overview

This article provides guidance on using the PedConnex Utility, a Windows-based software application used to configure PedSafety APS stations. This guide is limited to software operation, configuration, audio management, and administrative functions available within the utility.

Supported Platforms

  • Windows-based computers (Windows 7 or later)
  • USB connection to APS station
  • PedConnex Utility software installed Connecting to a Station

Connecting to a Station

  1. Install and launch the PedConnex Utility on a Windows computer.
  2. Connect the APS station to the computer using a USB cable.
  3. Select the appropriate COM port if required.
  4. Click “Connect” to establish communication with the station.
  5. Once connected, configuration and profile data can be read from the station.

Utility Interface Overview

The PedConnex Utility interface is divided into functional tabs used for configuration and management.

Setup Tab

The Setup tab is used to configure station behavior based on the selected operating mode. Available modes include MUTCD, RRFB, Beacon, TAC, Off, and Test modes. Only settings applicable to the selected mode are displayed. This tab also manages audio file assignment for various pedestrian signal phases.

Volumes Tab

The Volumes tab allows adjustment of audio output levels based on ambient noise. Volume controls include day and night operation, locator versus non-locator audio, automatic gain control sensitivity, and calendar-based volume scheduling.

Advanced Tab

The Advanced tab provides administrative and maintenance functions including:

  • Firmware update and reset
  • Configuration reset
  • Station time synchronization and DST handling
  • Password protection
  • Communication port settings
  • Event and sensor log management
Profiles

Profiles include configuration settings and associated audio files. Profiles can be read from a station, saved to a computer, loaded from a computer, and sent to a station. This enables consistent configuration across multiple installations.

Audio File Management

Audio files are managed through the Setup tab. Supported audio formats include WAVE (.wav) files meeting PedConnex requirements and special countdown files (.advcount). Audio files can be uploaded, played, retrieved, or deleted from the station.

Training Videos

PedSafety provides official training videos demonstrating PedConnex Utility operation. These videos provide a visual walkthrough of connecting to a station, navigating the utility, and uploading configuration profiles.

PedConnex Utility Overview:

https://legacy.pedsafety.com/training-videos/#pedconnex-utility-overview

Out of Scope

This article intentionally excludes:

  • Electrical wiring
  • Power requirements
  • Terminal pinouts
  • Environmental or regulatory specifications

Refer to official installation guides or datasheets for hardware-related information.

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