Upgrading Firmware; Tools Required; Installing Firmware Upgrade - GE Masoneilan SVI II ESD Installation And Maintenance Manual

Upgrading Firmware

SVI II ESD is equipped with a nonvolatile re-writable Flash Memory for program storage. The
firmware can be updated as improvements and advances are made in the embedded
programs that operate the SVI II ESD. Firmware improvements for SVI II ESD can be obtained
by contacting the factory.

Tools Required

HART
PC with Windows 2000, XP or later, 16 MB RAM
ValVue ESD software or later (provided with software upgrade on CD-ROM)

Installing Firmware Upgrade

It is recommended that configuration is uploaded and saved prior to installation procedure.
Follow ValVue ESD instructions to save the old configuration. Follow the detailed instructions
included with the software update.
To check firmware version cycle the power off, then on, to perform a cold start. The display
shows software version in upper right corner. When maintenance is complete reinstall the
positioner and perform checkout procedure detailed in "Installation and Setup" on page 55.
Consult factory for firmware upgrade services. ValVue ESD is the recommended tool for
complete re-configuration. See "Configuration and Calibration" on page 87.
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