ETS-Lindgren 2090 Controller User Manual

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Appendix B: Maintenance

Model 2090 Multi-Device Controller

INSTALLATION AND UPGRADING

Refer to any documentation provided with the flash

upgrade utility for the latest version of these instructions.

The Universal Device Controller (UDC) Firmware Upgrade

Utility (FLASHUDC.EXE) is designed to upgrade several

different device controllers in the ETS-Lindgren product

line. Thus, it may be made available online separate from

the actual flash upgrade file for the Model 2090. Always

use the latest version of the upgrade utility, since file

rmats and other features may change with new firmware

revisions. Be sure to read all instructions prior to

beginning the flash upgrade. It is recommended that the

parameter settings be recorded prior to beginning the

upgrade in case they need to be restored after the upgrade

process.

Unzip or install the UDC Firmware Upgrade Utility and the

Model 2090 firmware flash upgrade (.FSH) file, including

any associated files included with them, to the same

directory. Make sure the M

odel 2090 is connected to the

GPIB interface and powered on. Start the upgrade utility

by double clicking on the executable’s icon. If necessary,

select the appropriate GPIB address in the “GPIB Port”

drop down.

When communicating properly, the program will display

the current firmware type (EMCO Model), status, and

version in the “UDC Firmware Information” group. If the

“Firmware Upgrade File” box does not show the name of

the appropriate file, press the “Browse…” button to find the

flash upgrade file. The “Upgrade Version” edit box will

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