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5. Upgrading Software
Software Upgrade Overview
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Firmware files for the LED-PRO 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
connection to a PC (or laptop).
The PC connection is made through the Diagnostics port on LED-PRO’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 for upgrading LED-PRO software:
• IBM compatible computer with an available COM port.
• Serial cable conforming to EIA RS-232 specifications (e.g., standard modem
cable). The cable should have a DB-9 male connector on one end (for connection
to LED-PRO’s Diagnostic 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 LED-PRO software:
• 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 serial
commands to LED-PRO.)
~ LED-PRO software
~ What’s New File
Software files can be downloaded from either the Folsom FTP site or the Barco Folsom
website, as described in the following “Downloading Software
” section.
Note
One 15 meter RS-232 cable is provided with LED-PRO, with
DB-9 connectors at each end. Use this cable if compatible
with your PC’s COM port.
Note
All software files listed above (and more) are contained in the
file that you will download.