Somatxr Software And Firmware - HBM SomatXR MX Series Quick Start Manual

MX Modules
CAUTION
Defects in the module cannot be excluded if a supply voltage greater than 30 V is
used. If the supply voltage drops below 10 V, the module switches off.
It is recommended to install an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) in vehicles with
battery operation between the battery and module to compensate for voltage drops
during start procedures. HBM offers the 1-UPX002-2 which can provide
uninterruptible power for up to three MX modules.

1.4 SomatXR Software and Firmware

The supplied SomatXR System CD contains a powerful software package
consisting of the , MX Assistant and FireWire driver. The software product
catman®AP is available as an independent product package. The latest device
firmware and drivers can be downloaded from the HBM website
(www.hbm.com/daq-support).
Updating module firmware is recommended in the following situations:
Starting use of a new PC software package
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Expanding the system with new modules
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Use MX Assistant or catman®AP to easily check firmware status of the modules
and update when necessary. For details, please refer to the online help of the
software.
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