Error recovery, Firmware update - via a-net, Error recovery firmware update ‑ via a‑net – Aviom 6416m/RCI/MCS User Manual

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F

irMwAre

u

PdAte

LEDs will flash to indicate that this function will interrupt normal network

operation. Press

E

ntEr

to enable the module to receive new firmware from

the PC host. Send the firmware update following the instructions that came

with the Pro64 Update Tool. During the update the sixteen red, yellow and

green channel meter LEDs will flash in sequence.

When the firmware update has been sent successfully, the module will

reset and normal front panel operation will be restored. If for some reason

the firmware update fails, refer to the error recovery information below for

instructions on how to recover and complete the update.

When a module is being updated locally, the dot in the VDC Slot display will

be on, indicating that a local firmware update is in progress.

When a module is waiting for a firmware update to begin, you can exit the

firmware update state by pressing the

C

anCEl

button. If the firmware update

has not yet started, the module will attempt to reset, returning it to normal

operation.

P

N

ote

: Do not press the

C

anCEl

button while a firmware update is in

progress.

Error Recovery

In case of a partial firmware download or interruption to the firmware

transfer (as would happen because of a power failure, computer crash, or by

pressing the Cancel button in the middle of a firmware update), the module

can still be updated but will need to be powered up directly into the firmware

load mode. To do this, hold the VDC Slot decrement (down arrow) button

while powering up the unit. Then send the firmware from the computer as

described previously.

Firmware Update - via A-Net

To enable a Pro64 module to receive new firmware via A‑Net on an active

network, the PC must be connected to the RS‑232 port on the Control Master.

The network must be in Managed Mode to update firmware via A‑Net. All

network audio will be muted, and front‑panel functions will be disabled on

the module being updated.

To enable firmware updates, a module must be selected from within the

Pro64 Update Tool application, at which point it will be set up to receive

new firmware. Send the firmware update following the instructions that

came with the update firmware. During the update, the module’s sixteen

red, yellow, and green channel meter LEDs will flash in sequence. When the

firmware update has been sent successfully, the module will reset and audio

will be restored.

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