Pathway #8680 Ultimate Converter - Manual (Page 9)

DMX Ultimate Converter User’s Manual
RS232 L
INK
The RS232 Link is used to update the DMX Ultimate Converter software. See ‘Updating your DMX
Ultimate Converter’ later in this manual for operation instructions.
O
UTPUT
T
EST
Output test allows the Ultimate to directly control individual channels regardless of input.
◄ OUTPUT TEST ►
SET CHAN LEVEL
Press OK to enter Output Test mode.
SET CHAN LEVEL
◄001► ▲255▼
Use the WXarrow keys to select the desired output channel, then use the ST keys to change the
intensity from 1-255. Use the WX keys to select the next channel, and so on. Press OK when you
wish to leave output test mode.
TIP!
To quickly change a channel level from zero to full, rather in than increasing the level
with the S key, press the T key instead and the level will change to 255.
U
PDATING YOUR
DMX U
LTIMATE C
ONVERTER
Features, enhancements and updates for your DMX Ultimate Converter are available from Pathway
Connectivity ‘s website www.pathwayconnect.com.
WARNING! This function should only be undertaken by a qualified service technician,
versed in communications protocols. Contact the factory for operational details.
U
PDATE PROCEDURE
!
To upgrade the DMX Ultimate Converter to the latest firmware you will require the following:
• The update software package
• A serial cable – male 9-pin to either female 9-pin or male 25-pin depending on
your PC. This must be a "straight thru" cable not a null modem cable.
DANGER!
There is a risk of electric shock while performing this procedure. Do not touch the
circuit board with any object or body part with power applied. Be especially careful
around the left circuit board, as this is the power supply board. This is a procedure
for qualified personnel only.
1. Check the existing version of software in the Converter. To do this cycle through the menu
to USER OPTIONS; Scroll down to ABOUT and press OK. Note the major version number –
i.e. V2.10 is version 2, V1.80 is version 1.
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