Upgrading Firmware; Overview; Solecis Digital Switchers - Firmware Files; Before You Start - AMX SDX-510M-DX Instruction Manual

Upgrading Firmware

Overview

The basic process of upgrading firmware on Solecis Digital Switchers involves downloading the latest firmware files
from www.amx.com and using NetLinx Studio to transfer the files to a target switcher.
Use the OnLine Device tree in NetLinx Studio to view the firmware files currently loaded on the switcher. FIG. 36
shows an example OnLine Tree:
FIG. 36 NetLinx Studio - Sample Online Tree

Solecis Digital Switchers - Firmware Files

While the method of upgrading firmware files is the same for all Central switchers, there are some specific points
relative to the specific model and type of switcher that must be noted:
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Before You Start

Verify you have the latest version of the NetLinx Studio application installed on your PC. NetLinx Studio is available to
download from www.amx.com. Login to download the latest version. Alternatively, if it is already installed, use the Web
Update option in NetLinx Studio's Help menu to obtain the latest version. The default location for the NetLinx Studio
application is Start > Programs > AMX Control Disc > NetLinx Studio > NetLinx Studio.
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Verifying the Current Firmware Version

Use the OnLine Tree in NetLinx Studio to verify which version of each firmware file is currently installed.
Note: These steps assume that you have already established a connection with the target switcher.
1.
In NetLinx Studio, click on the OnLine Tree tab (in the Workspace Bar) to view the devices on the System.
2.
Click Display and select Refresh System from the context menu. This establishes a new connection to the System
and populates the device tree with devices on that system.
3.
After the Communication Verification dialog indicates active communication between the PC and the Central
switcher, verify the Central switcher and associated devices are listed in the OnLine Tree.
4.
Check the appropriate product page on www.amx.com for the latest firmware files for your device.
If necessary, follow the procedures outlined in the following sections to obtain these firmware (*.kit) files from
www.amx.com and then transfer the new firmware files to the device.
Instruction Manual - Solecis Digital Switchers
Upgrading the firmware on a Solecis Digital Switcher requires a firmware (*.kit) file.
The number in parenthesis is the current switcher firmware version.
Verify that a LAN cable is connected from the switcher to the LAN Hub.
Verify that the switcher is powered on.
Connect to the switcher via IP address.
Establish what version of firmware is currently loaded on the switcher (see Verifying the Current Firmware
Version below).
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