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CHAPTER 18: MAINTENANCE
18.1 Firmware Updates
The
i
³C Lite. products contain field updatable firmware to allow new features to be added to the
product at a later time. Firmware updates should only be performed when a new feature or correction
is required.
Steps for updating the firmware
:
1.
Establish communication between
i
³ Config and the controller using a direct serial connection
to MJ1 or USB.
2.
Make sure your application is available on your PC or upload the application.
3.
Make sure the machinery connected to the
i
³C Lite is in a safe state for firmware update (see
warning above).
4.
Start the firmware update by selecting
File
→
Firmware Update Wizard
.
5.
The correct product type should be selected, if it is not select the type of controller from the
drop-down list.
6.
Press the Start button.
7.
Wait for the firmware update to complete.
8.
If there is a communication failure check the cable, connections and comm. port setting and
try again.
9.
Firmware updates typically delete the user applications to ensure compatibility. You will need
to reload your application.
10.
Test the operation of the equipment with the new firmware before returning the
i
³C Lite.
system to an operation mode.
Preventing Program Loss:
An available option to prevent the loss of program should the battery be
drained is to use the Backup/Restore function which is part of the Fail-Safe System. This feature is
highly recommended and is accessible from the System Menu and from program logic.
Backup/Restore DOES NOT require the installation of a microSD card in order to prevent program
loss. Please see
for complete details on the Fail-Safe System.
WARNING:
Firmware updates should only be performed when the equipment being controlled by
the
i
³C Lite is in a safe, non-operational state. Communication or hardware failures during the
firmware update process can cause the controller to behave erratically resulting in injury or
equipment damage. Make sure the functions of the equipment work properly after a firmware
update before returning the device to an operational mode.
Summary of Contents for i3C Lite
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