Alpha Technologies FXM 650, 1100, 2000 UPS - Manual (Page 74)

017-230-B4 Rev B 72
7. Maintenance
7.1 Upgrading the FXM Firmware
The Alpha FXM firmware can be reinstalled or upgraded via an RS232 interface using FXM Programmer, or on
the web. The web interface requires the factory-installed FXM communication module.
7.1.1 Upgrading using the RS232 Interface
You will need the following items:
• RS-232 connection cable to the Alpha FXM.
• FXMProgrammer software must be installed. It is available for download at www.alpha.ca\downloads.
1. Switch off the Alpha FXM.
2. Connect the RS-232 cable.
3. While pressing and holding the SELECT button, switch on the battery circuit breaker. The LCD panel shows
“Alpha XP ISP”.
Alpha XP ISP
V0.0.0.1
4. Start FXMProgrammer.
5. Select a COM port from the drop down list of available ports.
Displays the software
version currently
installed on the FXM
Displays the software
version about to be
installed on the FXM.
View available serial ports
with Serial Ports -> List Ports.
Serial Ports -> Refresh
Ports refreshes COM
ports in the drop down
box top right)