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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
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The IR/Serial/Data Send_Commands listed in the table below generate control data for external
device, and also configure the IR/Serial/Data ports.
Send_Commands for the IR/Serial/Data Ports
CAROFF
Disables carrier
from responding
until a CARON
command is
received.
CARON
Enables the carrier
to respond according to active software settings.
This command overrides active software settings.
Syntax:
’CAROFF’
Example:
SEND_COMMAND IR_1,'CAROFF'
Stops transmitting the IR carrier signal.
Syntax:
’CARON’
Example:
SEND_COMMAND IR_1,'CARON'
Starts transmitting the IR carrier signal.
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Send_Commands for the IR/Serial/Data Ports (Cont.)
CH
Generates IR digit
pulses to select a
television channel
number.
CP
Transmits IR code
pulses and clear all
commands in the
buffer.
CTOF
Sets the single IR
pulses off time
between channel
digits and IR
functions.
Channels 1-99 pulse as two digits. Channels 100 and greater, the one-hundredth digit
pulses as 127. If IR function 21 (enter) exists, it follows the IR digit pulses. CTON sets
the pulse length for each digit and CTOF sets the time between each digit or any other
pulse.
Syntax:
"’CH’,<channel>"
Var iabl es:
<channel> = 0 - 199
Example:
SEND_COMMAND IR_1,"'CH',18"
The controller performs the following:
• Transmits IR pulses for 1 (IR code 11) for the time set by CTON.
• Waits for the time set by CTOF.
• Transmits IR pulses for the IR code for 8 (IR code 18) for the time set by CTON.
• Waits for the time set by CTOF. If the IR code for ENTER (IR code 21) is programmed,
steps 5 and 6 are performed.
• Transmits IR pulses for ENTER (IR code 21) for the time set by CTON.
• Waits for the time set by CTOF.
This command pulses the actual IR code. Pulse time is set by the CTON and CTOF
commands.
Syntax:
"’CP’,<channel>"
Var iabl es:
<channel> = 0 - 252
Example:
SEND_COMMAND IR_1,"’CP’,2"
Clears pending commands and pulses command number 2.
CTOF sets the time between digits or any other pulse and CTON sets the pulse length
for each digit. This is the time between digits, or pulses, that is associated with an SP
command.
Syntax:
"’CTOF’,<time>"
Var iabl es:
<time> = 0 - 255 in tenths of a second; Time is stored in permanent memory. System
default is 5 (.5 second).
Example:
SEND_COMMAND IR_1, "'CTOF',10"
Sets the channel's off-time pulse in tenths of a second. Default time is 5 (0.5 second).
Time is stored in non-volatile RAM.
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CTON
Sets the IR pulse
(single) on time for
each channel digit
and IR functions.
GET BAUD
Gets the IR/Serial/
Data port's current
communication
parameters.
GET MODE
Gets the IR/Serial/
Data port's current
mode setting.
IROFF
Stops IR output on
the designated
device.
PODSyntax:
POFSyntax:
PONSyntax:
CTON sets the pulse length for each digit and CTOF sets the time between digits or
any other pulse.
Syntax:
"’CTON’,<time>"
Var iabl es:
<time> = 0 - 255 in tenths of a second; Time is stored in permanent memory. System
default is 5 (.5 second).
Example:
SEND_COMMAND IR_1, "'CTON',20"
Sets the pulse length to 2 seconds.
The port sends the data through the master's PROGRAM port.
Syntax:
’GET BAUD’
Example:
SEND_COMMAND IR_1,'GET BAUD'
System response example:
Device 1,38400,N,8,1
Syntax:
’GET MODE’
Example:
SEND_COMMAND IR_1,'GET MODE'
System response example:
Device 8 IR,CARRIER,IO LINK 0
Syntax:
’IROFF’
Example:
SEND_COMMAND IR_1,'IROFF'
Stops transmitting IR signals.
’POD’
Disables current PON (power on) or POF (power off) command settings. Channel 255
changes are enabled.
’POF’
Sends IR function 28 (if available) or 9 to turn device power off. After three attempts, if
the linked I/O channel still detects a power-on status, the controller starts processing
stored buffer commands. Then, if another IR function 28 or 9 fails to turn the external
device's power off, the controller sends a PUSH and RELEASE of channel 248 and
generates a power failure error. If the device is turned on manually, this command turns
the external device's power off unless a PON (power on) or POD (disable POF) command is received. Refer to the SET IO LINK command.
’PON’
Sends IR function 27 (if available) or 9 to turn device power on. After three attempts, if
the linked I/O channel still detects a power-off status, the controller starts processing
stored buffer commands. Then, if another IR function 27 or 9 fails to turn the external
device's power on, the controller sends a PUSH and RELEASE of channel 248 and
generates a power failure error. If the device is turned off manually, this command turns
external device power on unless a POF (power off) or POD (disable 'PON' command)
command is received.
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Send_Commands for the IR/Serial/Data Ports (Cont.)
PTOF
Sets IR power-off
pulse time after a
power-on pulse in
increments of .10
seconds.
PTON
Sets the IR poweron pulse time after
a power-off pulse in
increments of .10
seconds.
SET BAUD
Sets the IR/Serial/
Data port's
communication
parameters.
SET MODE
Sets the IR/Serial/
Data port for IR-,
Serial-, or Datacontrolled devices
that connect to the
port.
SET IO LINK
Links an IR/Serial/
Data port to an
input/output (I/O)
channel for use with
PON and POF
commands.
Syntax:
"’PTOF’,<time>"
Var iabl es:
<time> = 0 - 255; Time is stored in permanent memory. System default is 15 (1.5
seconds).
Example:
SEND_COMMAND 55,"'PTOF',15"
Sets the power-off pulse time after a power-on pulse to 1.5 seconds for device 55.
Syntax:
"’PTON’,<time>"
Var iabl es:
<time> = 0 - 255; Time is stored in permanent memory. System default is 15 (1.5
seconds).
Example:
SEND_COMMAND 55,"'PTON',15"
Sets the power-off pulse time after a power-on pulse to 1.5 seconds for device 55.
Syntax:
’SET BAUD (Baud),(Parity),(Data),(Stop)’
Var iabl es:
Baud = 300 - 38,400
Parity = N (none), O (odd), E (even)
Data = 7 or 8 data bits
Stop = 1 stop bit
Example:
SEND_COMMAND IR_1,'SET BAUD 9600,N,8,1'
Sets the IR_1 port's communication parameters to 9,600 baud, no parity, 8 data bits,
and 1 stop bit.
Syntax:
’SET MODE (MODE)’
Var iabl es:
Mode = IR, SERIAL, or DATA
Example:
SEND_COMMAND IR_1,'SET MODE IR'
Sets the IR_1 port to IR mode so that an IR-controlled device can be connected to the
port.
The I/O channel can sense 0-5 VDC using a PCS or PCS2 Power Current Sensor. Set
the I/O channel to 0 to disable the link function.
Syntax:
’SET MODE (MODE)’
Example:
SEND_COMMAND IR_1,'SET IO LINK 1'
Sets the IR_1 port link to I/O port 1. The IR port uses the specified I/O input as power
status for processing PON and POF commands.
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SP
Generates a single
<IR out> function
pulse.
XCH
Transmits the IR
code in the format
set with the XCHM
mode command.
The CTON sets pulse length and CTOF sets time between pulses.
Syntax:
"’SP’,<IR out>"
Var iabl es:
<IR out> = 1 - 127
Example:
SEND_COMMAND IR_1, "'SP',25"
Pulses IR code 25, which decreases the volume level on the equipment connected to
the controller.
Syntax:
’XCH [channel]’
Var iabl es:
<channel> = 0 - 999
Mode 0 (default) Example:
SEND_COMMAND IR_1, 'XCH 3'
Transmits the IR code as 3 enter.
SEND_COMMAND IR_1, 'XCH 34 '
Transmits the IR code as 3 4 enter.
SEND_COMMAND IR_1, 'XCH 343 '
Transmits the IR code as 3 4 3 enter.
Mode 1 Example:
SEND_COMMAND IR_1,'XCH 3'
Transmits the IR code as 0 0 3 enter.
SEND_COMMAND IR_1, 'XCH 34'
Transmits the IR code as 0 3 4 enter.
SEND_COMMAND IR_1,'XCH 343'
Transmits the IR code as 3 4 3 enter.
Mode 2 Example:
SEND_COMMAND IR_1,'XCH 3'
Transmits the IR code as 0 0 3.
SEND_COMMAND IR_1,'XCH 34'
Transmits the IR code as 0 3 4.
SEND_COMMAND IR_1,'XCH 343'
Transmits the IR code as 3 4 3.
Mode 3 Example:
SEND_COMMAND IR_1,'XCH 3'
Transmits the IR code as 0 3.
SEND_COMMAND IR_1,'XCH 34'
Transmits the IR code as 3 4.
SEND_COMMAND IR_1,'XCH 343'
Transmits the IR code as 100 100 100 4 3.
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Send_Commands for Input/Output Ports
The table below lists the I/O Send_Commands that set the I/O ports on the controller.
Send_Commands for the IR/Serial/Data Ports (Cont.)
XCHM
Sets the IR output
format on the channel specified with
the XCH command.
Syntax:
’XCHM [channel mode]’
Var iabl es:
channel mode = Mode 0 - 3:
Mode 0: [x][x]<x><enter> (default)
Mode 1: <x><x><x><enter>
Mode 2: <x><x><x>
Mode 3: [[100][100]….]<x><x>
Example:
SEND_COMMAND IR_1,'XCHM-3'
Sets the XCH [Channel] extended channel command to mode 3. Refer to the XCH command for additional programming examples.
Send_Commands for Input/Output Ports
SET INPUT
Sets the input channel's active state.
GET INPUT
Gets the input
channel's active
state.
An active state can be high (logic high) or low (logic low or contact closure). Channel
changes, pushes, and releases generate reports based on their active state.
Syntax:
’SET INPUT (Port) (State)’
Var iabl es:
Por t = 1 -6
Sate = High or Low
Example:
SEND_COMMAND IO,'SET INPUT 1 HIGH'
Sets I/O port to detect a high state change.
An active state can be high (logic high) or low (logic low or contact closure). Channel
changes, pushes, and releases generate reports based on their active state.
Syntax:
’GET INPUT (Port)’
Var iabl es:
Por t = 1 -6
Example:
SEND_COMMAND IO,'GET INPUT 1'
Gets I/O port's active state.
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Standard IR Function Order
The table below lists the standard function order for IR codes. Refer to the IRLIB instruction
manual to download IR files.
Standard IR Function Order
Function DescriptionFunction Description
1Play >22Channel up or +
2Stop [ ]23Channel down or -
3Pause | | or still24Volume up or +
4Ffwd >> (AMS/skip/track/
chapter)
5Rewind << (AMS/skip/track/
chapter)
6Search fwd >>| (AMS/scan)27On (power typically)
7Search rev |<< (AMS/scan)28Off (power typically)
8Record29TV/Video or TV/VCR or TV/LDP
9Power or on/off30TV
10’0’ or ’10’31Video1, Line A, VCR1, VDP, or
11’1’ (channel digits or tracks for
CD)
12’2’33Video3
13’3’34RGB1 or Tape1
14’4’35RGB2, or Tape2
15’5’36CD
16’6’37Tuner
17’7’38Phono
18’8’39AUX
19’9’40AM/FM
20’+10’ or ’+100’41Play < (play reverse)
21Enter (used in conjunction
with numbers typically)
25Volume down or -
26Mute
(one button source selection)
input +
32Video2, LineB, VCR2, or input -
42A/B
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Program Port Commands
The PROGRAM port commands listed in the table below perform a wide variety of operations. You
will need to connect an programming cable to the PROGRAM port on a master or slave controller,
and your PC's serial port. The Controllers column shows the commands that can be used with
Central controllers.
PROGRAM Port Commands
CommandFunctionDescription
COMPARE DEVICEMasterThe controller returns a list of all devices that it detects as missing
DATEMasterThe controller returns the current date and day of the week set in the
DEVICE STATUSMasterSyntax:
ECHO OFFMaster and
Slave
ECHO ONMaster and
Slave
HAVE CONTROLMasterThe controller reports if it is currently controlling AXlink. The control-
HAVE PROGRAMMasterThe controller reports if it currently has a system program in memory.
HELPMaster and
Slave
LEDONMaster and
Slave
MEMORYMasterDisplays total memory equipped in the controller.
from the AXlink bus and then a list of all the extra devices. The controller compares the devices present on the AXlink bus against the
devices listed in the Define_Device section in the controller’s Axcess
program.
Syntax:
COMPARE DEVICE
controller.
Syntax:
DATE
DEVICE STATUS <Device Number>
The controller returns a list of all activated (on) channels in the specified device.
Disables terminal character’s echo function.
Syntax:
ECHO OFF
Enables terminal character’s echo function.
Syntax:
ECHO ON
ler stays in control if a valid system program is running, unless there
is another redundant controller present. If the controller is not in control of AXlink, it may not contain a program, there are AXlink wiring
problems, or the backup controller (if present) is in control. The
green LED on the controller also shows indication of AXlink control.
Syntax:
HAVE CONTROL
Syntax:
HAVE PROGRAM
Displays online help menu.
Syntax:
HELP
The 32 LEDs will light for approximately two seconds. This command
is used for hardware test purposes.
Syntax:
LEDON
Syntax:
MEMORY
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OFFMasterTurns the device and channel numbers off.
Syntax:
OFF[Device, Channel]
Var iables :
Device = 1 - 255
Channel = 1 - 255
Example:
>OFF [52,1]
Turns channel 1 on device 52 off.
ONMasterTurns the device and channel numbers on.
Syntax:
ON [Device, Channel]
Var iables :
Device = 1 - 255
Channel = 1 - 255
Example:
>ON [25,1]
Turns channel 1 on device 25 on.
PA SSMasterSyntax:
PASS <Device Number>
This command communicates across the AXlink bus to external
devices. When the PASS mode is enabled, all characters sent to the
controller are passed along to the specified device, and all characters received from the device travel to the controller and then out of
the card’s port. To exit from the PASS mode, type the following while
holding down the <Shift> key (<ESC> is the Escape key):
++ <Esc> <Esc>
PULSE MasterPulse the device and channel numbers.
Syntax:
PULSE [Device, Channel]
Var iables :
Device = 1 - 255
Channel = 1 - 255
Example:
>PULSE [16,1]
Pulses channel 1 on device 16.
SEND_COMMANDMasterSend commands to the specified device. Refer to the device’s litera-
SEND_STRING MasterSend strings to the specified device. Refer to the device’s literature
ture for programming.
Syntax:
SEND_COMMAND <Device>, String
Var iables :
Device = 1 - 255
for programming.
Syntax:
SEND_STRING <Device>, String
Var iables :
Device = 1 - 255
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PROGRAM Port Commands (Cont.)
SET BASE DEVICE
NUMBER
SET DATEMasterChanges the date in the controller.
SET TIMEMasterChanges the time in the controller.
SHOW DEVICEMasterDisplays a list of all devices present on the AXlink bus.
SHOW INPUT OFFMasterSets Show Input mode off.
SHOW INPUT ONMasterSets Show Input mode on.
SLOTMasterThe active controller returns its slot number.
SYSTEM RESETMasterThe controller stops communication on AXlink for 2 seconds and
TIMEMasterThe controller returns the time in its internal clock.
VERSIONMaster and
Master and
Slave
Slave
Sets the AXlink base device number on the controller’s RS-232 port
1. Subsequent ports on the controller are incrementally set. If the
device number is 1, the controller becomes an AXlink bus master,
and if the device number is set to 2-xxx, the controller becomes a
slave.
Syntax:
SET BASE DEVICE NUMBER <Device>
Var iabl es:
Device = 1 - 238
Syntax:
SET DATE
Syntax:
SET TIME
Syntax:
SHOW DEVICE
Syntax:
SHOW INPUT OFF
Syntax:
SHOW INPUT ON
Syntax:
SLOT
then restarts. The system program then restarts according to the
Define_Start section.
Syntax:
SYSTEM RESET
Syntax:
TIME
Displays current software version of the controllers.
Syntax:
VERSION
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Xmodem Timing Commands
The table below lists the Axcent3 and Axcent3 Pro Xmodem timing commands. Xmodem timeouts
and retires exist to accommodate potential Ethernet delays and for consistency among and within
products.
Any of the Timeout commands will change timing for Axcess code download as well
as SOFTROM transfer.
Any of the Retry commands will change the number of retries for Axcess code
download as well as SOFTROM transfer.
Xmodem Timing Commands
Xmodem timeouts (Default is 10 sec.)
’TIMEOUT XX’
SEND_COMMAND 0,
’XMTO XX’
SEND_COMMAND 1,
’XMTO XX’
’RETRY XX’
SEND_COMMAND 0,
’XMRT XX’
SEND_COMMAND 1,
’XMRT XX’
Via the Program Port.
Over AXlink, where 0 is the device number.
Where XX is from 1 - 50 seconds in 1-second increments.
Over AXlink, where 1 is the device number.
Where XX is from 1 - 50 seconds in 1-second increments.
Xmodem retries (Default is 5)
Via the Program Port.
Over AXlink, where 0 is the device number.
Where XX is from 1 - 10 in increments of 1.
Over AXlink, where 1 is the device number.
Where XX is from 1 - 10 in increments of 1.
Setting PC-to-Axcess Program Communications, and a
Controller’s Device Number in Terminal Emulator Mode
Follow these instructions to set PC-to-Axcess program communications, and the controller's base
device number. The only time you need to perform these steps is to download an Axcess program
the first time, or to reset a controller back to a master.
1. Connect a programming cable to the PROGRAM connector on the controller, and to the serial
port on your PC.
2. Launch the AxcessX program to open the main window.
3. Press F4 to open the Communications drop-down menu, and select Configure.
4. Press ENTER. Reset the communication parameters so that they match the con-troller's
communication settings. Press F10 to save the new settings and close the CONFIGURE menu .
When AXlink communication is established between the controller and PC, the AX Present
message appears in the lower left-hand corner of the Axcess main window.
You set options in the CONFIGURE window by placing the cursor next to the option
using the directional keys, and pressing Enter. A check mark will appear next to each
option you set.
5. Press F4 again to open the Communications drop-down menu. Choose the Terminal emulator
option to open the Terminal window. You can also press CTRL and T to open the window.
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6. Press ENTER four times to lock-in the communication settings. Now, you can download an
Setting PC to Axcess Program Communications and
Setting Device Number in Normal Mode
Follow these instructions to set PC-to-Axcess program communications, and the controller's base
device number. The following procedure is based upon having an existing Axcess program file that
is ready to be downloaded.
1. Press F1 to open the File menu, select Change directory, type the directory path into the popup
2. Press F1 to open the File menu and then select OPEN.
3. Enter the file name assigned to your Axcess program in the dialog box that appears and press
Axcess program to the controller. Choose one of the following modes to set:
To reset the controller’s base device number, type SET BASE DEVICE NUMBER 1.
To display everything you type in the Terminal window, type Echo On to activate echo
mode.
dialog and press ENTER.
ENTER.
4. The defined file will then appear in the Axcess window. Then press F2 and select SEND. The
file loaded into the Axcess window is then sent to the Central controller.
Axcess Master Mode
When an Axcess device is placed in "Master Mode", the Central Controller’s PROGRAM port is
moved to the Axcess device’s RS-232 port.
Press the escape key, then type either MC or MD:
<esc>MC - connects the device in Master Mode
<esc>MD - disconnects the device
where <esc> means "press the Esc key".
Master Mode can be very useful in situations where physical access to the Central
Controller’s
Central Controller is located a long distance from the bus device(s)).
PROGRAM port is not practical (for example, in installations where the
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Replacing the Lithium Batteries
There are two lithium batteries on the controller’s circuit card with a life of approximately five
years. They protect stored commands against power loss. The batteries are not used when DC
power is supplied to the controller. You should write down the replacement date on a sticker or label
by adding five years to the date of installation, and then attach it to the rear panel for future
reference.
Static electricity can damage electronic circuitry. Before removing the touch panel
circuit card from the enclosure, discharge any accumulated static electricity from your
body and flat-blade tool by touching a grounded metal object.
Contact your dealer before you replace the lithium batteries and verify they have a current copy of
the software program stored in the controller. This will avoid any inadvertent loss of data or a
service outage. To remove the controller’s top panel, you will need a Phillips screwdriver.
You need non-conducting pliers to remove the lithium batteries from the controller.
1. Discharge the static electricity from your body by touching a grounded object.
Replacing the Lithium Batteries
2. Disconnect all power and data cables from the controller.
3. Hold the controller in place, and remove the mounting hardware from the equipment rack.
Then, carefully remove the controller from the rack and place it on a flat surface.
4. Remove the six Phillips-head screws from the top panel on the controller. Then, remove the
screws from the left and right side of the Axcent
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FIG. 11.
Top panel screws
Side panel screws
3
Controller
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5. Remove the top panel and locate the batteries on the circuit card.
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6. Carefully push the lithium battery, located in position B2, out of its socket, and remove with
non-conduction pliers. With the rear of the unit facing you, insert the new battery with the
positive (+) polarity side facing left.
Do not use any type of conductive tools to remove the battery. Doing so will damage
the battery.
7. Plug the AXlink and power connectors back into the AXLINK/PWR connectors on the
controller. Then, remove the connectors again. Be sure to write down the next replacement date
on a sticker or label by adding five years to the replacement date, and then attach it to the back
panel of the controller.
8. Repeat step 6 and 7 for the battery in position B1.
9. Place the top panel on the controller and align the screw holes. Insert the six Phillips-head
screws and tighten. Then, insert screws in the left and right side of the controller and tighten.
10. Place the controller in the equipment rack, and align the mounting holes. Then, install the
mounting hardware and tighten.
11. Connect all power and data cables back into the controller.
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Updating Firmware
This section describes how to update the firmware in the controllers using the SOFTROM software
program. Your PC must be connected to the PROGRAM DB-9 connector on the controller using a
serial RS-232C-compatible cable. Refer to the Wiring the Axcent3 section on page 5 for detailed
wiring information.
To update:
1. Place the AMX SOFTROM diskette into drive A or B of your PC.
2. At the MS-DOS prompt C:>, type A:\ and press the ENTER key.
3. When the A:\> prompt appears on the screen, type SOFTROM and press the ENTER key.
Configuration
To configure the communication setting for the SOFTROM program:
1. Press F1 and the Configure screen appears. Make sure the BAUD RATE selections match the
setting on the Axcess System Master controller.
Updating Firmware
2. Using the up/down arrow keys, select the communications port you are using to interface with
the controller and press ENTER.
3. Using the right arrow key, move to the BAUD RATE column. Then use the up/down arrow
keys to select the interface communications speed. Press ENTER.
4. Press F10 to save the communication settings and to exit the CONFIGURE screen. F2 can be
pressed to select all ONLINE PANEL devices and F3 can be pressed to clear all devices.
Downloading Firmware
To download the firmware:
1. Press F5 to acquire the list of online programmable devices.
2. Using the up/down arrow keys, select your firmware versions listed in the Firm-ware column
of the screen and press ENTER.
3. Using the Tab key, switch to the ONLINE MASTERS list.
4. Using the up/down arrow keys, select the devices to be programmed. Press ENTER for each
device as it is selected.
5. Press F4 to program the selected devices; a loading message appears on the screen.
6. Press F5 to refresh the screen. Verify that the selected controllers have the correct firmware
version. If any devices still indicated the old version, repeat steps 3-5 until all controllers
appear with the correct firmware version.
Axcent
7. Press F10 to exit the SOFTROM program.
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Device
number
Firmware
Loading status
and device number
FIG. 12 Loading message
Version number
Type number
Firmware can be downloaded to multiple device numbers automatically. If multiple devices are
selected, the bottom half of the loading bar will indicate the percentage complete for the selected
devices.
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Updating Firmware
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