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20 FIRMWARE E SOFTWARE UPGRADES
20.1FIRMWARE UPGRADE
Falcon 15 comes from the factory with the most recent firmware installed just prior to shipping. When required, the firmware can be updated with the latest available version.
In order to upgrade the processor, please follow this procedure:
FW Upgrade can be performed on Windows 9x, ME, 2000, XP, NT platforms.
NOTE It is also possible to install NEW
after purchasing (f.i., an MPX coder may be updated to be retourned to the factory.
1)MAKING THE PROCESSOR READY FOR UPGRADING
A)shut off the unit
B)remove the equipment cover and the guarantee labels
E)set the jumper JP1 of the Mother board to the LEFT (external) position. Jumper is located near to the large battery, on the left hand (see highlighted jumper in the picture).
D)Connect the Falcon 15’s SERIAL port 1 to that of the Host PC. Please insert (or remove) the serial connector only with processor turned off. A regular (i.e. not crossed) cable is required.
E)Turn the processor on.
F)make sure LED 1 on the front panel blinks (front panel display will be empty)
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