Files, Advanced; Update Firmware; Install Extras; Export Logs - ETC ColorSource 20 User Manual

Files, Advanced

Functions

Update firmware

Install Extras

Export Logs

Caution:
any pending
make periodic backups of important data to an external memory stick using the
Update Firmware
The main operating software can be updated here. The software must be obtained from ETC and placed in
the root of the USB drive. Please make sure the software file is not inside any other folder or subdirectory,
as this will hide it from ColorSource's update function.
The file name will be in this format: ETC_CS_#.#.#.#.#.#.fw (the software version will replace #.#.#.#.#.#).
Caution:
process has finished. You will be prompted to shutdown the console and restart after the update.
Install Extras
Data and content used by the console may be imported here.
This includes new device personality libraries, new help texts,
internal features as they become available.
The files you wish to import must be obtained from ETC and placed in the root of the USB drive. The files
will be named with the suffix .cspkg.
Note:
main software version, you will need to use the
Note:
instructions.
Export Logs
Exports the console's log files to a USB drive. Tap Yes to export or No to cancel.
The file name will be in this format: ColorSource_Logs_#.tar.gz.

Installing Language Packs on a ColorSource Console

Any available language packs can be downloaded from the ETC website (www.etcconnect.com) as .zip
files.
1. Once downloaded, extract your file.
2. Place it onto the root directory of a USB drive. The file name will end with .cspkg.
3. Plug the USB drive into the USB port of your console.
4. On your console, go to Setup>Files>Advanced>Install Extras.
5. A list will appear that shows the files on your USB drive. Select the appropriate language file to
install.
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- updates the console's main operating software.
- add or replace data files, such as new device personalities, help texts or languages.
- exports the console's log files to a USB drive.
All data is stored internally in non-volatile memory. Do not switch off the power until
save operation is completed, or you may lose data. It is strongly advised that you
The update process may take a few minutes. Do not shutdown the console until the
You cannot update the main operating software here, only support files. To update the
Fixture profiles are not loaded from this display. Please see
language revisions, additions, and other
Update firmware button.
Loading a Fixture Profile
export function.
for
Showfile Management