S/W UPDATE

This option in the “INSTALLATION” page updates the software in the receiver. By keeping the system software

up-to-date, you enjoy the latest features and bug fixes. However, before you proceed to update the software,

consult your local dealer to obtain the latest software and make sure you know how to operate HyperTerminal®3

for the Windows®4 operating system on your computer.

1. Highlight “S/W UPDATE” and press the “ENTER” button.

2. Use the “◄” and “►” buttons to highlight between “YES” and “NO”.

3. Before you select “YES”, follow the steps outlined below to configure your PC first:

(a)Connect PC to your HD-C26H receiver with a RS232 cable (modem cable).

(b)On the PC side:

-Launch the HyperTerminal® application.

-Name the connection.

-Select the correct COM port – usually COM1.

-Use the following COM port settings:

baud rate: 115200

data: 8

parity: none

stop bit: 1

flow control: none

-After you click the “OK” button, you may see many messages appearing in the HyperTerminal screen. Ignore them and proceed to the next step.

-Select HyperTerminal’s basic function “Transfer”.

-Select “Send File”.

-Browse to select the updated software file.

-Transfer protocol: “1K Xmodem”

DO NOT click on the “Send” button at this time yet.

4. Now that your PC has been properly configured, you can highlight “YES” on the TV screen and press the “ENTER” button on the remote control.

5. After selecting “YES”, you will see the current software version on the TV screen. Make sure this software version is different from the version of the new software file stored on your PC. Select “YES” again to proceed with the download.

6. Now click on the “Send” button on your PC HyperTerminal to start uploading the new software.

7. On the TV screen, you will see the window with a status bar indicating the download progress.

Note: It is safe to turn off the receiver only after the receiver has booted up automatically. Do not disconnect the receiver from the power source during the software update process. If there is a power failure during this time, the receiver may become unusable. In this case, contact your local dealer.

3HyperTerminal® is a registered trademark of Hilgraeve Inc.

4Microsoft® and Windows® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

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