Metrologic Instruments MS9500 manual Upgrading the Flash Rom Firmware

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Upgrading the Flash Rom Firmware

The Meteor program is a functional component of Metrologic’s new line of flash-based scanners. This program allows the user of a Metrologic scanner to quickly upgrade to a new or custom version of software. It requires the use of a personal computer running under Windows 95 or greater and the use of a communication port. The user merely connects the scanner to a communications port of the PC, launches the Meteor program, and blasts off to new software upgrades.

Each MS9500, regardless of the version number or communication protocol, can be upgraded. In other words, all RS232 (-41), keyboard wedge (-47), light pen (-41), OCIA (-9) and IBM 468X/469X (-11) units can be upgraded. To upgrade all units, a power supply and PowerLink cable (MLPN 54012) are required.

The upgrades and custom software versions will be supplied by Metrologic in files called Motorola S-record files. These files contain all the information needed to upgrade the scanner. Simply add this file to the working directory or retrieve from its current location.

The program guides the user with its simplistic one click approach. The user must first select the file; once selected and verified, the file is ready to be used in the upgrade. Press the button to upgrade the scanner, the unit will go into a “flash mode” – both the green and red LEDs will be on. The user can follow the progress of the upgrade by watching the screen for details. When the upgrade is complete, the scanner will respond with its normal one beep on power up. If two beeps occur, the scanner did not upgrade properly. (Contact Metrologic for additional details).

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Contents Page USA Corporate Headquarters Europe LocationsIii Table of Contents Appendix D Appendix aAppendix B Appendix CVoyager Voyager CodeGate Interface IntroductionVoyager MS9540 CodeGate Single-Line Laser Scanner Scanner and Accessories∙ Installation and User’s Guide Mlpn Quick Start Installing the Scanner to the Host System Disconnecting PowerLink Cables from the Scanner Two Modes of Operation How to Use CodeGate MS9540 OnlyStand Option 1 Self-supported Assembling the StandKit #46-46055 Contains Stand Option 2 Hard-mounted to countertop Scanner Parts Razzberry Tone Audible IndicatorsThree Beeps On Power Up One BeepThis is a failure indicator. Refer to Failure Modes on Visual Indicators Steady Red, Green off Alternating Flashing of Green and RedFlashing Green and one Razzberry Tone Failure ModesHow does Serial Programming work? Programming ModesHost Scanner Feature Command Ascii Representation Response Abbreviated Ascii Table Upgrading the Flash Rom Firmware Avoid Exposure laser light emitted from this aperture LabelsWidth of Scan Field Depth of FieldDistance Scanner FaceIR Activation Maintenance Scanner Version Communication Protocols Identifier Applications and ProtocolsTrouble Shooting Guide Symptoms Possible Causes Solution Troubleshooting GuideTroubleshooting Guide Unit scans Receiving data but RS-232 Demonstration Program Operational Appendix a Design SpecificationsLight IBM KBW PEN Appendix B Default SettingsDTS/SIEMENS DTS/NIXDORF NCR F NCR S 46XX Light IBM Parameter Msec to Find Supplement Programmable Msec steps max Rdata Appendix CPin D-type female connector to the PC Function Cable Connector Configurations Standard PowerLink cableAdapter Cable Pin Male DIN Pin Function Cable Connector ConfigurationPowerLink Cable Pin Female DIN Pin Function Pin Male Mini-DIN Pin FunctionLimited Warranty Appendix D Warranty and DisclaimerRemarque Appendix E NoticesAttenzione AchtungPatents Appendix FAddendum AddendumCdrh IndexRMA