Updating Software - Martin Professional CX-10 Extreme User Manual

Updating software

T h e l a t e s t C X - 1 0 f i r m wa r e i s ava i l a bl e f r o m t h e s u p p o r t a r e a o f t h e M a r t i n we b s i t e a t
http://www.martin.com. It can be installed using an MP-2, or via a PC serial data link using a hardware
interface supported by the Software Uploader shareware (also available from the Martin web site). The
following devices are currently supported (in Version 5.5):
• DABS 1 (presently available with the MUM software package)
• ShowDesigner PCI DMX Interface Card (2048 channel version)
• LightJockey PCI DMX Interface Card (512 and 2048 channel versions)
• LightJockey PCMCIA DMX Interface
• LightJockey 4064 ISA DMX Interface Card (DJ and Club versions)
Note: Intermediate control systems such as the Martin Lighting Director (MLD) and the Martin Matrix must
be bypassed when updating fixture software via the DMX link. These systems do not relay the update code
correctly because it is not a DMX-compliant signal.
N O R M A L U P D A T E
To update fixture software, connect an upload device to the fixture just like a DMX controller and perform a
DMX mode upload as described in the uploader's documentation. There is no need to isolate the CX-10s
from other types of fixtures on the serial link.
When the upload is completed (and when booting up) the CX-10 performs a check-sum test of the flash
memory and then resets. If the firmware is corrupted a check-sum error (
later the fixture displays
In the unlikely event that a software upload is interrupted, the fixture must be powered off for at least 10
seconds to force the check-sum test. You can repeat the DMX-mode upload as soon as
B O O T S E C T O R U P D A T E
If the normal update procedure fails or the software update
notes call for a boot-sector update, install new software as
follows.
1 Disconnect the fixture from AC power.
2 Remove the front cover.
3 Remove the four screws that fasten the display assembly. Move
the display assembly out of the way to access the PCB.
4 The boot sector jumper is located next to the plug for the control
panel data cable. Move the jumper to the Init setting. Verify that
the Flash Write jumper is in the Enable position. See the
diagram on page 39.
5 Perform a boot-mode upload as described in the uploader
manual.
6 Disconnect the fixture from AC power. Move the jumper back to
the Lock setting.
7 Install the control panel and the front cover.
U PL d and is ready for a new DMX-mode upload.
Service
) occurs. A few seconds
C S E R
U PL d is displayed.
Lock Init
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