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386 Encore Presentation System • User’s Guide • Rev 04
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Software Upgrade Overview
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Firmware files for the Encore Presentation System are loaded into the hardware at power-
up. These files are stored in the unit’s onboard flash memory, which can be upgraded
using a serial or Ethernet connection to a PC (or laptop).
The desired connection is made through the
Console or Ethernet port on the Controller’s
rear panel, in conjunction with the “Flash Loader” utility supplied with each upgrade. The
Flash Loader enables you to update the Flash memory with the latest software revision.
The utility should be run from a PC’s hard drive (recommended).
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The following hardware items are required to upgrade the Encore Presentation System:
• IBM compatible computer with an available COM port or Ethernet port.
If you elect to connect serially, a serial cable conforming to EIA RS-232 specifications (e.g.,
standard modem cable) is required. The cable should have a DB-9 male connector on one
end (for connection to the Controller’s
Console port), and the appropriate connector on the
other end for connection to your PC (typically, a DB-9).
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The following list outlines software requirements for upgrading the Encore system:
• Ensure that your PC (or laptop) uses the Windows
®
2000 or XP operating
systems.
• Software files:
~ Flash File Loader. (This software enables the PC to send commands to
the Encore Presentation System.)
~ Encore Presentation System software
~ What’s New File
Software files can be downloaded from either the Folsom FTP site or the Barco website, as
described in the following “
Downloading Software” section on page 387.
Note
All software files listed above (and more) are contained in the
file that you will download.