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Firmware update procedure
From time to time Datavideo may release new firmware to either add new features or to fix reported bugs in
the current TLM-170P firmware. Customers can update the firmware themselves if they wish or they can
contact their local dealer or reseller for assistance should they prefer this method.
This page describes the firmware update process and it should take
approximately 15 minutes total time
to complete
.
As well as a working TLM-170P you will need:
The latest firmware update for the TLM-170P
monitor
.
This firmware file can be obtained from your local Datavideo office or dealer.
USB 2.0 pen drive 128MB or larger with a USB A connector.
Once started
the update process should not be interrupted in any way
as this could result in a non-
responsive unit.
How to update the Scaler firmware
1. Unzip / extract the supplied zipped archive or rar folder.
2. Wipe the contents of the USB 2.0 pen drive so it is empty.
3. Transfer / copy the unzipped / extracted file to the USB 2.0 pen drive.
4. Plug the USB 2.0 pen drive into the USB 2.0 port labelled MAINTENANCE on the rear of the
TLM-170P monitor.
5. Power the monitor on and press the MENU button to display the OSD Main Menu.
6. Using the OSD Menu buttons [UP, DOWN & ENTER] highlight and select the SETUP F.W. option.
7. Using the OSD Menu buttons [UP, DOWN & ENTER] highlight and select UPDATE SCALER F.W.
8. The TLM-170P tally light will flash different colours whilst the update is in progress.
9. The TLM-170P monitor will reboot itself at the end of the process.
How to update the FPGA firmware
1. Unzip / extract the supplied zipped archive or rar folder.
2. Wipe the contents of the USB 2.0 pen drive so it is empty.
3. Transfer / copy the unzipped / extracted file to the USB 2.0 pen drive.
4. Plug the USB 2.0 pen drive into the USB 2.0 port labelled MAINTENANCE on the rear of the
TLM-170P monitor.
5. Power the monitor on and press the MENU button to display the OSD Main Menu.
6. Using the OSD Menu buttons [UP, DOWN & ENTER] highlight and select the SETUP F.W. option.
7. Using the OSD Menu buttons [UP, DOWN & ENTER] highlight and select UPDATE FPGA F.W.
8. The TLM-170P tally light will flash different colours whilst the update is in progress.
9. The TLM-170P monitor will reboot itself at the end of the process.
Once started
the update process should not be interrupted in any way
as this could result in a non-
responsive unit.
