Firmware Update - Baldor MintDrive Installation Manual

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Firmware update

Occasionally there may be updates to Mint to either fix problems or to add new features.
The Mint firmware is stored in Flash memory and can be updated using the RS232 serial port.
The RS485 port cannot be used for firmware update.
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From the Tools menu, select Update Firmware and follow the instructions on screen.
Once the firmware has been updated, both the Configuration and Program flash buffers will need to be
reset. The Mint keyword BUFFERSTORE can be used to switch between battery backed-up RAM and
flash buffers. Typing:
BUFFERSTORE=0
BUFFERSTORE=1
With the flash buffer selected, type:
CON
A few report lines will be shown, followed by the C> prompt. Type:
NEW
Now type:
PROG
A few report lines will be shown, followed by the P> prompt. Type:
NEW
It is recommended to update the keyword tables supported by the controller after updating it with new
firmware. This allows the Mint WorkBench editor to identify keywords recognized by the controller.
To update the keyword tables, select Load Syntax from the Edit menu in Mint WorkBench.
The state of the analog and digital outputs cannot be guaranteed while firmware is
being updated. Please disconnect any equipment which may be damaged.
It is recommended to remove any AUTO configuration file prior to updating
firmware. Changing the firmware may affect the way your Mint application works.
Updating firmware may destroy any program(s) held in the battery backed-up
RAM buffers. You should upload these into Mint WorkBench and save them
before updating the firmware.
Updating firmware will destroy any program(s) held in the Flash memory buffers.
You should upload these into Mint WorkBench and save them before updating the
firmware.
will switch to the battery-backed RAM buffer. Typing:
will switch to the flash buffer.
to select the configuration buffer (if it is not already selected).
at the prompt to reset the buffer.
to select the program buffer.
at the prompt to reset the buffer.
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