Press ‘1’ to enter Bootloader
If the instrument displays the normal start up screen, the power will need to be toggled and another
attempt will need to be made to enter the Bootloader. Once successful, press 1 to enter the
Bootloader Menu.
6.4.1 Display Help Screen
Once in the Bootloader screen it is possible to redisplay the help screen by pressing 1 on the keypad.
6.4.2 Communications Port Test
This test is very useful for fault finding communication issues. It allows a communication test to be
carried out independent to any user settings or firmware revisions.
This command forces the following communication ports to output a string of characters: Serial Port
RS232 #1, USB rear and Ethernet Port. The default baud rate is 38400 for the RS232 Serial Port. To
initiate the test press the number 2 key from the Bootloader screen.
6.4.3 Updating Firmware
It is important for optimal performance of the instrument that the latest firmware is loaded. The
latest firmware can be obtained by visiting Ecotech’s website:
http://www.ecotech.com/downloads/firmware
Or by emailing Ecotech at service@ecotech.com or support@ecotech.com
To update the firmware from a USB memory stick, use the following procedure:
USB Memory Stick Update
1. Turn the instrument off.
2. Place the USB memory stick with the new firmware (ensure that firmware is placed in a folder
called FIRMWARE) in the front panel USB Port.
3. Enter the Bootloader (refer to Section 6.4).
4. Select option 3 (upgrade from USB memory stick), press 3 on the keypad.
5. Wait until the upgrade has completed.
6. Press 9 on the keypad to start the instrument with new firmware.
6.4.4 Erase All Settings
This command is only required if the instrument’s firmware has become unstable due to corrupted
settings. To execute this command enter the Bootloader Menu (refer to Section 6.4) and press 4 on
the keypad.
6.4.5 Start Analyser
The start analyser command will simply initiate a firmware load by pressing 9 on the keypad from the
Bootloader Menu. It is generally used after a firmware upgrade.
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