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48
15
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Internet update of machine software
The machine software can be updated using PFAFF flash-programming. The PFP-boot pro-
gram as well as the corresponding control software for the machine type must be installed
on a PC for this purpose. The PC and machine control unit must be connected to an appropri-
ate null modem cable (order no.
91
-
291
998
-
91
) to transmit data to the machine.
The PFP-boot program and the control software for the machine type can be
downloaded from the PFAFF-homepage using the following path:
www.pfaff-industrial.de/pfaff/de/service/downloads
Proceed as follows to update the machine software:
No set-up, maintenance or adjustment work on the machine must be carried
out whilst updating the machine software!
O
Switch the machine off.
O
Establish a connection between the PC
(serial interface or corresponding USB
adapter) and the machine control unit
(RS
232
) by loosening the control pan-
el connector. Switch on the PC and start
the PFP-boot program.
O
Select the machine type.
O
Press the “Programming” button.
O
Press and hold the boot key
1
and switch
on the machine.
O
Press the “OK” button.
The software update is conducted and
the progress of the update can be deter-
mined from the bar graph display of the
PFP-boot program.
Fig. 15 - 27
1
O
The machine must not be switched off during the update.
O
Switch off the machine and end the PFP-boot program when the update is completed.
O
Release the plug-in connection between the PC and machine control unit and plug the
control panel back into the machine control unit.
O
Switch the machine on.
Perform a plausibility check and carry out a cold start if necessary.
Further information and assistance can be found in the file “PFPHILFE.TXT”,
which can be called up by pressing the “Help” button from the PFP-boot pro-
gram.