Firmware Update; Updating The Firmware Via The Pc; Updating The Firmware Via Memory Card; Jumper Settings - Epson Stylus Pro 9000 Service Manual

EPSON Stylus Pro 9000

1.3.6 Firmware Update

The firmware contained on the Main Board is Flash ROM; therefore if you need
to replace the Main Board or update the firmware, select one of the following
methods.
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If for any reason power is cut off during the update
operation (using either method), restart the update
operation to return the printer to normal status.
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Use the following PC card for update.
Name: #F725 Flash Memory Card
Code: 1050073

UPDATING THE FIRMWARE VIA THE PC

1. Make sure the PC is connected to the printer using the parallel port.
Compatible mode connection only.
2. While pressing and holding the following buttons, turn on the printer.
Paper Source + Cut/Eject + Cleaning
3. From the PC, send the firmware-update file to the printer using the
following command. At the DOS prompt, enter
copy (filename) prn:
The firmware data file for downloading via the PC is
XXXXXXXX.MOT (Motrola format data).
4. "Update complete" appears indicating the Flash ROM has been properly
updated.
5. Turn the printer off and back on.
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UPDATING THE FIRMWARE VIA MEMORY CARD

For details on this operation, see Chapter 5, "Adjustment".
1. Copy firmware data file to the PC card.
The firmware data file to be copied to the PC card is
XXXXXXXX.BIN (Binary format data).
2. Make sure the printer is off.
3. Remove the access cover towards the rear of the Paper Guide U, and
insert the Flash memory card containing the updated firmware into the card
slot (CN20).
4. Turn the printer on.
5. "Update complete" appears indicating the Flash ROM has been properly
updated.
6. Turn the printer off, remove the memory card, and turn the printer back on.

1.3.7 Jumper Settings

The factory default settings for jumper and DIP switch on the Main Board
(C277MAIN) are as follows.
Type
Jumper
Jumper
DIP-SW
DIP-SW
Control Panel
Table 1-23. Jumper Settings
Number Setting
JP1 Shorted
JP2 Shorted
SWD1 "1" (1-4) OFF (Open)
SWD1 "2" (2-3) OFF (Open)
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