Samsung CLX 3160FN - Color Laser - All-in-One, Service Manual

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Samsung Electronics
Service Manual
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Flash Upgrade
The Firmware Upgrade function and has two methods, Local and Remote.
1)Local Machine Upgrade
• RCP(Remote Control Panel) mode
This method is for Parallel Port.or USB Port Connect to PC and activate RCP(Remote Control Panel) to upgrade the
Firmware.
< Method >
How to Update Firmware using RCP
1. Connect PC and Printer with Parallel Cable or USB Cable.
2. Execute RCP and select Firmware Update.
3. Search Firmware file to update with Browse Icon.
4. Click Update icon, firmware file is transmitted to Printer automatically and printer is initialized when it finished.
5. Click Refresh icon and check what is updated.
• DOS Command mode
This method is just for Parallel Port. Connect to PC with Parallel cable and enter DOS Command to upgrade the
Firmware
< Method >
1. The first of all, need the files : down.bat, down_com.bin, fprt.exe, and Rom File:
file name for upgrade.Save the files in the same folder.
2. In the DOS, input as below and push the enter key. Then, it will be automatically upgraded.
3. There are two commands for the conditions of product.
* When the product is in idle condition down "rom file"
* When the product is in Ready condition (TECH MODE
DATA SETUP FLASH UPGRADE LOCAL) copy/b
"rom file" lpt1
4. Do not turn off the power while upgrading process.
2) Remote Upgrade
This is a function that a fax with the latest firmware sends files to a fax in long distance through telephone line.
< Method >
1. Before remote upgrade, the latest firmware should be loaded into the machine.
(TECH MODE DATA SETUP FLASH UPGRADE REMOTE)
2. Input the fax number, which needs to be upgraded. (Several faxes can be upgraded at the same time. In this case,
enter the each fax number.)
3. After push the enter button, send the firmware file by calling to the appointed number. (Around 10~15 minutes needs
to send the file.)
< Caution >
1. sending and receiving fax must be the same model.
2. Asending fax must be set up as ECM mode, and a receiving memory must be set up as 100%. If not, the function
operates abnormally