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these parameters exactly as they were. You cannot necessarily
reuse an old parameter file because firmware releases often add
new parameters. Incorrect parameters can cause the recorder to
function improperly.
Caution: Be sure the internal battery is fully charged and that the power
remains constant and steady before beginning the firmware replacement.
Any interruptions or major fluctuations in the power supply could cause
the recorder to lose its flash memory contents and disable it from
reloading new firmware. If this happens, you may have to return the unit
to Kinemetrics for repair.
Once you have read the whole procedure to ensure that you have an
understanding of the entire process, come back and follow the instructions
below step-by-step.
Normally, you will only need to install the new application block. Changes
to the Boot Loader rarely occur, but will be considerably more complex
than the generic procedure described here.
1. Insert the firmware disk into the appropriate drive in your PC. We
recommend that you copy the files from the floppy disk to a
directory on your hard drive. This will allow the download to go
faster. If you downloaded the file via FTP, find those files on your
hard drive.
2. Use Notepad (or another text editor) to read the new firmware
disk’s Readme file, as well as any accompanying documentation.
Caution: If the documentation that accompanies the firmware differs
from the procedure described here, follow the new documentation
supplied with the firmware update.
3. Start QuickTalk and open the Terminal window. (Or, use any
terminal program that supports the XMODEM CRC transfer
protocol).
Note: It is possible to reload firmware remotely to a recorder equipped
with a modem or communication device. In this case, the K2 must
be reset remotely using the SYSTEM LOAD command (not the
SYSTEM RESET command, which is used for local firmware
reloading).
4. Reset the recorder in one of the following ways:
„ Use the SYSTEM RESET command
„ Flip
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the OPER/STBY toggle switch
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