Pronk Technologies
2017 07-18
www.pronktech.com
800-541-9802
Page 21
©2015
FlowTrax
Serial Communications: Pin outs and wiring chart
Signal
DB-9 Pin
Stereo Jack
Diagram ref.
Name
Abbreviation
Transmitted Data
Tx
3
Ring
Shown as 2
Received Data
Rx
2
TIP
Shown as 3
Common Ground
G
5
Base
Shown as 1
19)
Updating Software:
NOTE: Loading a new software version into your FlowTrax can be done in the field with a PC
laptop, the USB cable provided and a file with the new version of software code. Update
FlowTrax software only in conjunction with a file provided by Pronk specifically for your
FlowTrax. Use of any other file may cause damage to the operation of your FlowTrax.
a)
Connect the AC power adapter (provided) to your FlowTrax. Wait for full boot up to complete.
b)
Press SETUP button, then USB button.
c)
Next, press GO USB button. The FlowTrax screen will go dark.
d)
Plug in USB cable provided to PC and to FlowTrax USB connector. (Right side)
e)
Your PC will probably recognize that a new ‘drive’ has been connected and show you that the drive is
available. If not, navigate on the PC to look for the drive labeled “FlowTrax.”
f)
On your PC, open the FlowTrax drive. You should see various file names on the drive, including the
current version of software. DO NOT REMOVE ANY FILES LOCATED IN THIS DRIVE.
g)
On your PC, navigate to the file where the new version of FlowTrax software is located. Drag and
drop the new file into the FlowTrax drive file / folder. Wait until the file has completely uploaded.
This may take up to a minute.
h)
Once the file has uploaded, you may get a message from your PC stating “USB drive not recognized”
or similar. Ignore this message.
i)
Verify that the FlowTrax drive file / folder now includes the correct version name/number for the
software you just uploaded.
j)
Disconnect USB cable at your FlowTrax.
k)
Remove the AC power adapter from the FlowTrax. Wait 10 seconds, then re-connect AC power
adapter. Wait for full boot up to complete.
l)
Verify successful software upload by pressing SETUP button and confirming the correct version
number at the top of the Setup page.
m)
Your new software has been completely uploaded.