Downloading New Firmware to the Boards

Before you can install new firmware, you will need to install the ME Labs EPIC programmer software on your PC. This software is used to transfer the firmware image file from your PC to the flash memory of the CPU chips on the CPU, RCB or other boards. The software disk was included in the package when you got your EPIC programmer from ME Labs. You will also need the main CPU firmware or RCB firmware in the form of a .HEX file. The code files are available for download from the SRS web site.

When installing firmware the target board (CPU, RCB, etc) must be powered on. Although it is not necessary to plug the board into the card cage for programming, it is a convenient way to provide power to the board.

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SPECIAL NOTE: When programming the Radio Control Boards, make sure the main CPU board is UNPLUGED. The main CPU board provides a system wide reset signal which is sent to all RCBs. If the CPU board is plugged into the rack when programming the RCBs the system reset signal will prevent the EPIC programmer from taking control of the local CPU on the RCBs, thus preventing the RCB from being programmed. You know you have this situation when you see an EPIC programmer error message such as “Target not found” indicating that the EPIC programmer does not see the RCB’s CPU chip.

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Sierra 200 owner manual Downloading New Firmware to the Boards

200 specifications

The Sierra 200 is a standout solution in the realm of rugged mobile computing, engineered to meet the demanding needs of various industries, including logistics, field service, and transportation. This device is particularly renowned for its durability, reliability, and advanced technology, which enable it to perform efficiently in challenging environments.

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