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UPGRADING THE FLASH ROM FIRMWARE The MetroSet 2 program also 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 MetroSet 2 program, and blasts off to new software upgrades.
Each MS9535 and its cradle, regardless of the version number or communication
protocol, can be upgraded. In other words, all RS232/Light Pen (-41),
keyboard wedge (-47), USB (-38), FS USB (C40), FS USB (D40), and IBM
468X/469X (-11) units can be upgraded. To upgrade all units, an RS-232 cable
(MLPN 54-54000B-N) is required. Before upgrading the flash ROM within the
scanner, communication between the scanner and the cradle must be first
established.
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 start the upgrading. (Contact Metrologic for
additional details).