Measurement Specialties 9116 - Manual (Page 126)

Pressure Systems, Inc. Model 9116 User’s Manual
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5.2 Upgrading Module Firmware
All Model 9116 Intelligent Pressure Scanner modules contain electronically re-programmable
memory devices that store the module firmware. Pressure Systems will provide new releases of
module firmware for enhanced instrument performance whenever updates or modifications are
made. All scanner modules may have their firmware downloaded via their Ethernet Host Port.
This allows for firmware upgrade while the module is installed in its normal communications
network environment. Any new firmware releases may be obtained free of charge by
contacting the factory for a copy on CD-ROM or by downloading from PSI’s internet home page
at
www.PressureSystems.com . Download links can be found on the home page and in the
information page for each model (e.g., NetScanner). All firmware is stored as a self-extracting
.ZIP file. Once downloaded from the internet, simply execute the download file to extract the
archived file(s).
5.2.1 Upgrading Firmware Via Host TCP/IP Port
Your Model 9116 Intelligent Pressure Scanner with Ethernet (TCP/IP) Host Port, new firmware
may be upgraded by the host computer, or any computer on the TCP/IP network, directly via the
module’s Host Port. The special PSI application called NetScanner
™ Unified Software
(NUSS), that runs under Windows ® 95/98/2000/XP or Windows ® NT, is provided for this
purpose. It is recommended that NUSS (and any new firmware update file) be installed to a
suitable subdirectory of your hard disk for better performance. Installation instructions for this
support software are provided with the application. Ensure that the TCP/IP communications is
properly configured for the PC running the application.
NUSS is provided to all customers who have purchased Model 9116 Intelligent Pressure
Scanners. This application has its own User’s Manual and both may be downloaded from PSI’s
Web site,
www.PressureSystems.com.
Note
If the unit loses power during the firmware update, the update may
not be successful. When power is reapplied, the unit will return to
operation and request that the update be repeated/continued. If the
update is not repeated/continued, the unit, while operational, may be
operating with code that predates the most recent code previously in
the unit. Simply repeat the download to install the desired version of
the code.