Datapath Vision - Manual (Page 12)

Firmware Upgrades
The VisionRGB-E1/E1S cards allow firmware upgrades to be completed on site rather than returning the
card to Datapath. Whenever a firmware upgrade is performed, LK4 MUST BE FITTED on the VisionRGB-
E1/E1S. To perform the upgrade, follow the step-by-step instructions provided by the upgrade
application.
In the unlikely event that something goes wrong during the upgrade process (e.g. System power outage)
it is possible to revert to the factory settings by powering down the system, temporarily removing LK4
then powering up the system with the link removed. Once the system has rebooted, replace the LK4 link
(whilst the system is powered up) and restart the firmware upgrade process.
It should be noted that the latest driver installation program includes an automatic firmware update, if
required. Therefore, prior to installing the application and driver, ensure that LK4 is fitted.
Extended Display Identification Data (EDID) - Disable Links
EDID is data provided by a display monitor and sent to the graphics device detailing the monitor’s
capabilities thereby enabling a system to identify the type of monitor that is attached.
The graphics device installed on your machine will see the card as a monitor and will expect to receive the
EDID data from the card.
However, in rare circumstances it may be necessary that the VisionRGB-E1/E1S does not report an EDID of
any kind. In this instance EDID support can be disabled by removing link LK3 on the VisionRGB-E1/E1S.
Software Installation
The Vision software (driver and application) is installed by inserting the CD that was shipped with your
card into your CD ROM drive. The installation process should start automatically.
Should the CD fail to autorun use Explorer to browse the CD, locate then double click on install.exe file e.g.
d:/install.exe and click on Install Software… and follow the installation wizard instructions as prompted.
Regular software updates are available from our website: www.datapath.co.uk
Also available on the Datapath CD:
• The Release Notes - The release notes contain the latest information on the VisionRGB-E1/E1S
including:
Installation instructions.
Release history
Known problems
Troubleshooting
• The application Help File - Instructions on how to use the application.
• Test patterns to assist in setting up an analog RGB source .
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