Appendix B: Maintenance
Model 2090 Multi-Device Controller
COMPATIBILITY
The upgrade utility is designed to support the National
Instruments line of GPIB cards under Microsoft Windows
XP/2000. Contact ETS-Lindgren for information regarding
possible support for a different MS Windows compatible
interface card. If a supported card and operating system is
unavailable, it will be necessary to purchase and install an
updated MB-V interface, or send the unit back to ETS-
Lindgren for upgrade.
INSTALLATION AND UPGRADING
Refer to any documentation provided with the MB-V flash
upgrade utility for the latest version of these instructions.
Always use the latest version of the upgrade utility, since
file formats and other features may change with new
firmware revisions. Be sure to read all instructions prior to
beginning the flash upgrade.
Unzip or install the MB-V flash upgrade utility and the
motor base firmware flash upgrade (.mot) file, including
any associated files included with them, to the same
directory. Make sure the Model 2090 is connected to the
GPIB interface and powered on. Start the upgrade utility
by double clicking on the executable’s icon. If necessary,
select the appropriate GPIB address in the “Port” drop
down.
(NOTE: The SBC Upgrade Utility also supports
upgrading through an ETS-Lindgren Virtual Controller
Interface Device, so the PC serial ports are also available
in the drop down list.)
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