iBox/iBox Kit
Installation and Maintenance Guide
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Downloading Code Files
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Serial Code
Download:
Requirements
You will need the following before you can download a code file into the iBox flash
memory:
•
Windows PC with HyperTerminal (or equivalent) communication software.
•
Code file, in Motorola S-record format, on the PC’s hard drive. If the file is
located on a network or floppy drive, the download will be significantly slower.
This file will typically be named either
down.shx
, or
sal
xxxx
.shx
.
•
WESMAINT cable, for connecting the PC to the iBox WESMAINT port.
Before
Starting the
Download
The serial code download procedure will suspend all iBox operations. Following the
download, the unit will likely require a configuration download before it becomes
operational. Consult your system administrator for access and authorization to
perform system download procedures
In the Application Monitor (the
D25A>
prompt displays), configuration files can be
downloaded but code files cannot. To download code, the System Monitor (the
D25S>
prompt displays) must be running.
Procedure:
Serial Code
Download
Use the following procedure to download a code file to the iBox flash memory:
Step
Action
Access Application Monitor
1
Connect WESMAINT serial cable from PC to the iBox’s WESMAINT
port
2
Start your terminal emulation software, and configure it as follows:
Data Rate
9600 bps
Data Bits
8
Stop Bits
1
Parity
None
Flow Control
XON/XOFF
Connector Settings
COM1, COM2, as required
for your computer
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