ETS-Lindgren 2090 Controller User Manual

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Appendix B: Maintenance

Model 2090 Multi-Device Controller

COMPATIBILITY

The upgrade utility is designed to support the National

Instruments line of GPIB cards under Microsoft Windows

XP/2000. Contact ETS-Lindgren for information regarding

possible support for a different MS Windows compatible

interface card. If a supported card and operating system is

unavailable, it will be necessary to purchase and install an

updated MB-V interface, or send the unit back to ETS-

Lindgren for upgrade.

INSTALLATION AND UPGRADING

Refer to any documentation provided with the MB-V flash

upgrade utility for the latest version of these instructions.

Always use the latest version of the upgrade utility, since

file formats and other features may change with new

firmware revisions. Be sure to read all instructions prior to

beginning the flash upgrade.

Unzip or install the MB-V flash upgrade utility and the

motor base firmware flash upgrade (.mot) file, including

any associated files included with them, to the same

directory. Make sure the Model 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 “Port” drop

down. (NOTE: The SBC Upgrade Utility also supports

upgrading through an ETS-Lindgren Virtual Controller

Interface Device, so the PC serial ports are also available

in the drop down list.)

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