Hardware Manual for the PCD2.M5 Series│Document 26/856; Version EN 12│2014-07-24
Saia-Burgess Controls AG
PCD2 CPUs
PCD2.M5_ Classic CPUs and expansion housings
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3.4.2 Hardware and firmware versions for the PCD2.M5_
The firmware for the PCD2.M5_ is stored in a Flash EPROM, soldered to the
motherboard. A firmware update can be applied by downloading a new version with
the PG5. The procedure is as follows:
Go to www.sbc-support and download the latest firmware version
Establish a connection between PG5 and the CPU, as when downloading an
application (according to the facilities available, serial with PGU cable, modem
1)
,
USB, Ethernet)
Open the Online Configurator and go offline
From the Tools menu, select “Update Firmware”, then use the Browse function to
select a path to the file for the new firmware version. Ensure that only one file is
selected for download
Start the download
After the download, the power supply to the PCD must not be interrupted for 2
minutes (CPLD programming sequence). Otherwise, the CPU may be blocked in
such a way that it has to be returned to the factory.
The download operation is terminated by rebooting the PCD.
1) A modem connection is not always reliable. A modem may become blocked in such a way that remote access is
no longer possible. In such cases, an on-site visit will be necessary. Other connection options are preferable.