Xantech MRAUDIO8X8M, MRC88M Firmware Upgrade Options, Downloading Firmware Files from the WEB

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4.To use them at a later date, drag & drop the contents of each of these folders back into the appropriate folders on the main hard drive

NOTE: To avoid the potential loss of work, back up files frequently.

FIRMWARE UPGRADE OPTIONS

The MRC88m has been designed to be “Future Proof”. As product feature improvements are developed, new System Firmware versions will be available. Periodically monitor Xantech.com for upgrades.

DOWNLOADING FIRMWARE FILES FROM THE WEB

1.Open the Dragon Drop-IR™ MRC88m software. Make sure you have an Internet connection as well as having the MRC88m connected to your computer’s COM port (or USB port).

2.With the MRC88m powered ON, press the LEVEL RESET button on the front of the unit [Figure 3-(6)] two times within a second.

3.Select the Links menu item and then select Xantech Firmware Upgrade Page. This will connect to the Xantech web site and load the Xantech Firmware Updates page in your browser. If you do not have an active Internet connection, you will not be able to successfully complete this step or proceed.

4.Locate the most recent MRC88m firmware update file within the list - the one with the highest version number (entries are sorted with the newest entries at the top of the list and the oldest at the bottom). Click on the desired filename link to begin the download process.

5.A window will popup asking “Do you want to open the file or save it to your computer?” Select Save.

6.A Save As window will then open. Navigate to the FIRMWARE folder within the DragMRC88m folder (usually located within the Program Files folder of your local hard disk). Click on Save.

7.Once the download is complete, click on Close to close the download window. You can also close your browser.

WARM FIRMWARE UPGRADE

WARM firmware upgrades can be conducted without having to re-transfer your project to the controller. It is a way of keeping your unit up to date to take advantage of new features.

1.Start Dragon Drop-IR™ MRC88m software and connect your programming cable to the front of the MRC88m and open a project.

2.Select the MRC88m Pull-down from the menu bar. Select Warm Firmware Upgrade. Then click on Start in the Firmware Upgrade section.

3.A popup window titled Select Firmware Upgrade File will open allowing you to select the firmware file to be loaded into the MRC88m Controller/Amplifier. You should see the file that was just downloaded in step 6 above. Double-click on that filename to begin the update process.

4.After the firmware transfer is completed, select the Base unit menu item and then select Who am I? It should now display the correct three-digit firmware version that you just loaded into the MRC88m unit. If this is true, the new firmware has been successfully installed and is ready for use.

COLD FIRMWARE UPGRADE

COLD Firmware upgrades should be used when you suspect the unit is not functioning correctly. Conducting this feature will overwrite all current settings in the unit and will require you to re-transfer your project at the end.

1.Start Dragon Drop-IR™ MRC88m software and connect your programming cable to the front of the MRC88m and open a project.

2.Select the MRC88m Pulldown from the menu bar. Select Cold Firmware Upgrade. Then click on Start in the Firmware Upgrade section.

3.A popup window titled Select Firmware Upgrade File will open allowing you to select the firmware file to be loaded into the MRC88m Controller/Amplifier. (If the proper directory is not displayed, click on the “Look In” drop-down list and go to the Program Files\DragMRC\Firmware directory.

4.Follow the on-line instructions for completing the procedure.

NOTE: After this is complete you will need to do a Base Unit Transfer to load your project back into the unit.

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Contents Model MRC88m Model MRAUDIO8x8m Not Expose this Appliance to Rain or Moisture Safety Instructions Read Before Operating EquipmentTable of Contents Programming the Controller ADVANCED/EXPANDED Programming Tweaking the System Model MRC88m / MRAUDIO8x8m Xantech Corporation MRC88m system includes the following components General InformationModel MRC88m / MRAUDIO8x8m System Overview System Block DiagramCONTROLLER/AMPLIFIER Features Keypad Features System Status Power-Up Mode MRC88M Front Panel Features and ConnectionsFront Panel Zone Status Active-Operational Mode Source Component Input Connections MRC88M Rear Panel Features and ConnectionsSource Loop-Thru Connections MRC88m Keypad MRC88M Keypad Front FeaturesModel MRC88m / MRAUDIO8x8m MRC88M Keypad Rear Features and Connections Model MRC88m Keypad Rear Panel Features and FunctionsOperation OUT-OF-THE-BOX PRE Test BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED InstallationMRC88 Expanded Mounting and Installing the MRC88m KeypadMRC88m Keypad mounting template MRC88M Keypad Removal Optional Keypad Back-Box for pre-install applicationsBASIC/ADVANCED Audio ConnectionsVideo Connections MRC88m Only Advanced CSM1 Threshold AdjustmentsBASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED Zone Related Wiring ConnectionsModulated Video BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED Composite VideoStatus CO1 and CO2 Zones 7 Control OutZone IR BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED OFF Connections AT the Zone Location BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDEDZone IR Zone Expansion Connecting TWO MRC88M Controllers ExpandedMRC88m Keypad CAT5 Cable Lengths MRC88m Connecting Block located on rear of KeypadVideo Connections SETTING-UP the MRC88m System Pre-Programming the MRC88m Planning the System Basic Mode Advanced Mode Expanded ModeBASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED Computer Requirements Minimum Starting MRC88M Dragon DROP-IR Software Connecting the MRC88M CONTROLLER/AMPLIFIER to the PCSoftware Installation Included Hardware & Software ItemsStarting a Project BUILT-IN IR Code Library BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED Learning IR Commands Creating Palette FilesLearning IR Commands BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED Built-In Mfg’s IR Command LibraryRecording Toggle Command Functions To Add a New Function To Rename an Existing FunctionCreating a Palette File BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED Editing BRAND, COMPONENT, and Function Lists Getting Source Commands from the InternetImporting CCF Files Importing Discrete IR Hex Codes ADVANCED/EXPANDED Entering RS232 Command StringsUsing MRC88m Test Using PC TestRS232 Palette Editor Window Creating an RS232 Palette File Creating AN RS232 Palette File ADVANCED/EXPANDEDProgramming The Controller Selecting Icons from the Icon Generator Creating NEW IconsDownloading Source Icons to the Keypad Placing Commands on the Virtual Keypad Basic Placing Commands Onto the Virtual KeypadSelecting RS232 Command Palettes ADVANCED/EXPANDED Selecting Internal Amplifier Commands ADVANCED/EXPANDEDProgramming Sequences Macros Editing Buttons on the Virtual Keypad Button Edit Pop-Up MenuEditing Commands in the Macro Command List Window Zone 1 thru Editing CommandsProgramming Power Management Programming Power Management and Sense Trigger CodesBasic Power Management Programming Sense Triggers Programming Sense Trigger Codes ADVANCED/EXPANDEDTesting Commands Under Power Management and Sense Triggers RC68 Code Group Zone Options ConfigurationDefault settings set in Basic Mode are as follows Name of Zone ADVANCED/EXPANDEDIR Loop Back Settings ADVANCED/EXPANDED PRE AMP Volume Adjust Settings ADVANCED/EXPANDEDTransferring the Project Configuring Commands for IR in ZoneZone Audio Input Controller Options ProgrammingExpanded Options Mode of OperationIR Routing BACK-LIGHT ControlMonitor Lockout Mode Factory default Disabled RS232 SettingsMonitor Lockout Mode Zone Linking Programming Dynamic Zone Link Mode Factory default Disabled Clear ALL RS232 Input TranslatorLink ALL Dynamic Link ALL StaticIRS232 Input Translator Programming IR Commands and SequencesRC68+ IR Code Triggered Sequencer RC68 IR Command Macro WindowInternal Amplifier Command Window Programming Internal Amplifier CommandsUsing Internal Amplifier Commands Internal Amplifier Commands Zone Expansion Connecting Multiple MRC88M ControllersEnabling Expanded Mode Programming in Expanded ModePhysical Connections in Expanded Mode RS232 Control While in Expanded Mode Sources 1 through Completing the Programming Process Saving and BACKING-UP Files Downloading Firmware Files from the WEB Firmware Upgrade OptionsWarm Firmware Upgrade Cold Firmware UpgradeTweaking the System Trimming Source Audio Input Levels Making Fine AdjustmentsKeypad Adjustments Zone AdjustmentsSource Slection and Control Powering the Zone on and OFFSetting the Volume Accessing Tier 2 CommandsDynamic Monitor Lockout Parental Control ADVANCED/EXPANDED Zone SettingsAudio Adjustments BASIC/ADVANCED/EXPANDED System Status BASIC/ADVANCEDExpanded RS232 Control ?5SS+ 7PR1+?5SS3+ AO+ Commands?z#PR+ QueriesVolume Level 39 Steps Keypad Button ID MRC88m Setting Level in dB +14 +12 +10 Balance Level MRC88m Left Speaker Right Speaker Attenuation SettingProblem Probable Cause and Solution TroubleshootingModel MRC88m / MRAUDIO8x8mPage 96Model MRC88m / MRAUDIO8x8m Problem Probable Cause and Solution RS232 and Expansion PIN OUT Information IR Sensor SpecificationsCertifications VideoModel MRC88m / MRAUDIO8x8m Model MRC88m / MRAUDIO8x8m Xantech Corporation Xantech Corporation
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