Transferring Software From Luminaire To Luminaire - Philips VL4000 User Manual

Transferring Software From Luminaire to Luminaire

It is possible to transfer specific software versions between luminaires. As in the case of installing new
software versions, multiple luminaires can be programmed at the same time if they are data linked
together (refer to
can be updated at once.
Hardware Requirements
Data cables used in this process must have two twisted pairs and a shield. It is also recommended that
cables meet all other USITT DMX specification requirements. Refer to
A DMX termination connector is used in this process. Refer to
the construction of this connector.
Master luminaire containing
software version to download
Transfer Procedure
This procedure is used to transfer software versions between luminaires.
Step 1. At last luminaire, install DMX termination connector into DATA THRU XLR connector.
Step 2. At master luminaire (first in chain) Menu Display, press [ESC].
Step 3. Press [Up] / [Down] arrows until Fixture appears. Press [OK].
Step 4. Press [Up] / [Down] arrows until Crossload Software appears. Press [OK].
Step 5. OK? will be displayed. Press [OK] to accept.
Step 6. The status bar will show download progress.
Verify software version at luminaire:
Step 1. At Menu Display, press [ESC].
Step 2. Press [Up] / [Down] arrows until Fixture appears. Press [OK].
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"Connecting Data and Power" on page
Luminaire 1
AC In
requiring update
Data In
Data Thru
Figure 3-12: Software Transfer Setup
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"Data Cables" on page
page 16 for more information regarding
Luminaire 2
AC In
requiring update
Termination*
Data Thru
*DMX terminator required for last fixture on DMX line.
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