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Firmware Upgrade
ERX Recorder firmware (instrument operating instructional program) is stored in flash memory.
Adding new features, capabilities, and correction of firmware issues to the instrument is simply a
matter of uploading a text file containing a newer version of firmware, via a MPA
Flash Access Security is provided by the use of the Serial Port Adapter (MPA). To upgrade flash
memory, use the free software application Firmware Upgrade Manager available through your
Mercury representative or by contacting Mercury Instruments.
Important
Before performing a firmware upgrade procedure download an item file and Audit Trail data
using MasterLink32 software only. All data and configuration information is lost and the
recorder is in a firmware default configuration after upgrading the firmware.
NOTE: If the ERX has an optional pressure expansion board installed, discount the expansion
board’s ribbon cable from J2 of recorder’s main circuit board prior to upgrading firmware
Procedure to Upgrade ERX Recorder Firmware:
1.
Connect the MPA (40-2620) to J5 I/O port on the printed circuit board.
2.
Connect the Serial Cable (40-1629) from the MPA to the computer COM port.
3.
Start Firmware Upgrade Manager
4.
From the Menu bar select Setup
Communications, adjust port and baud rate as required
The following steps
reference Min-Max command buttons; the ERX and ERX Recorder… based
on the operating platform.
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