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168 DX-700 • User’s Guide • Rev 02
5. Upgrading Firmware
Firmware Upgrade Overview
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Firmware files for the DX-700 system are loaded into the hardware at power-up. These
files are stored in the unit’s onboard flash memory. They can be upgraded using an
Ethernet connection to a PC (or laptop) that is running
Director Toolset. The PC
connection is made through the
Ethernet port on DX-700’s rear panel.
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The following hardware items are required for upgrading DX-700:
• IBM compatible computer with an available Ethernet port.
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The following list outlines computer and download requirements for upgrading the DX-700:
• Ensure that your laptop uses the Windows
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2000 or XP operating systems.
• Ensure that the Director Toolset is installed on the PC or laptop.
• Contact Barco Technical Support for information on the location from which the
DX-700 upgrade files can be downloaded, and the proper filename. In
Appendix C, refer to the “
Contact Information” section on page 204 for details.
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Use the following steps to upgrade DX-700 firmware using the Director Toolset:
1. Ensure that your PC uses the Windows
®
2000 or XP operating systems.
2. Ensure that Director Toolset is version 2.0 or later.
3. Connect the DX-700’s Ethernet port to a Switch.
4. Connect the Switch to your PC. Remember that a totally “local” network is
recommended, without IP connections to the outside world.
5. Power-up the DX-700 and use the Ethernet Menu to note its IP address.
6. Change the IP address if required. In Chapter 4, refer to the procedure outlined in
the “
Using the Ethernet Menu” section on page 142.
7. To upgrade firmware:
a. Using Director Toolset, start the Flash Update module. On the Menu
Bar, click
Modules and select Flash Update. This action opens the
Flash Update Window.
b. For DX-700, create a package folder as follows:
<install directory>\Flashfiles\DX700 package <version>
... where <version> is the version of the main code.