User guide

Manual Issue 046 Ovation Systems Ltd. Page 30
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User Guide
7 Appendix 2: User Firmware Upgrades
The main AfterBurner firmware is upgradeable to add new features etc. Users are able
to upgrade in the field by downloading files from the Ovation Systems web site.
From firmware version 34 onwards (September 2005), the upgrade files maybe burnt
onto to a CD or DVD. This CD or DVD is then be inserted into the AfterBurner DVD
tray, where the upgrade takes place automatically. For firmware versions of 033 and
lower, the upgrade files have to be transferred by the RS232 port. Full upgrade
information is available from our website (see link below).
7.1 Download Latest AfterBurner Firmware
AfterBurner shows the firmware version number during power up or it can be displayed
via the “System Information” advanced menu. The version number is defined as follows:
01.01.2.014
Programable logic device 1
Programable logic device 2
Display board firmware
Main AfterBurner firmware
The number of most interest is the last 3 digits, which shows the unit’s main firmware
version number. Visit http://www.ovation.co.uk/AfterBurner/upgrade.asp
where the
latest upgrade information may be found.
If an upgrade is required, request a password from [e-mail]
and follow
the instructions to download the new firmware file to your PC’s hard drive and then on
into the AfterBurner unit.
Afterburner firmware .046 www.ovation.co.uk