Working in tandem with defect detection equipment, the Micro Talker represents the latest technology for monitoring and reporting train inspection data, with one- and two-track capability and real-time data reporting. Through a simple user interface, the versatile Micro Talker is easily configured for site ID, milepost, digital I/O, wheel gates, track circuit and analog input. Additional capabilities include monitoring ambient temperature, battery voltage, and wind speed and direction. Events are stamped for date and time.