Software And Firmware Updates - HBM MP85A Series Operating Manual

Software and firmware updates

14 Software and firmware updates
You can download the latest version of the PME Assistant from the HBM web­
site: www.hbm.com
ware.
When you start the PME Assistant, you will see the number of the version you
are using in the window title, e.g. "PME Assistant 2.1 R123" means Version
2.1, Release 123. If you see a message saying that your Assistant version
does not support all functions of the connected MP85A, please download the
latest version of the PME Assistant. For further assistance, see the program's
online help.
To update the firmware, use the PME Update program. The device settings
remain unchanged even when the firmware is updated. Nevertheless, we rec­
ommend backing up the device settings before an update.
Important
With the program, you can also simultaneously transfer a new firmware version
to several devices. To prevent a conflict with ongoing processing (no measure­
ments or analyses can take place during an update), from firmware version
2.22 or higher you can stipulate that firmware updates should go ahead only if
manually approved on the device (F Update: Permitted!).
When you have started the PME Assistant and the connected devices have
been scanned, you will see the firmware version used by your device in the
Vers. column of the Device list. If necessary, open the list to see the correct
device (ID).
Procedure for updating the firmware
► Download the new firmware from the HBM website:
vices & Support -> Downloads -> Firmware & Software
► Unzip the file containing the new firmware into the DOWNLOAD subdirec­
tory of the PME Assistant.
► Launch the PME Update program.
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