Firmware Updates
Firmware Update Details
NOTE: Updating firmware will clear the application program, screens, configurations, and register data. If required,
make sure to backup program and register data before updating firmware. The controller’s User Manual has instruc-
tions for doing backups.
There are two methods for updating firmware. The method used depends on the type of controller being updated.
Method A: Removable Media Method – The controller firmware is updated by a bootloader, using a microSD card
or USB Flash drive (not through the Cscape Firmware Update Wizard). To update or change firmware:
1. Download desired Firmware set from the Horner APG website. (Verify CsCAN or CANopen com-
munications.)
2. Save Firmware files to microSD card or USB, these are the removable media devices.
3. Update the firmware through the controller’s Firmware Update function
NOTE: Files from the Horner website come as a .ZIP file which need to be unzipped and placed in the root of the
drive for them to function properly.
Method B: RS232 Serial Connection – Serial firmware updates are done from Cscape software to the controller’s
primary serial port, MJ1 in most cases.
Download Firmware
In North America, visit https://hornerautomation.com. Then click Support > Downloads > Controller Firmware
and download the most recent firmware set with the correct communication protocol.
-OR-
In Europe, visit http://www.hornerautomation.eu and click Support > Firmware tab and download the desired firm-
ware (an account is required to access firmware updates, create one if necessary).
Firmware Update Steps
Unzip all files from downloaded .zip file onto removable media.
1. Establish communication between Cscape and the controller using a direct serial connection to MJ1 or USB.
2. Make sure your application is available on your PC or upload the application.
3. Make sure the machinery connected to the OCS is in a safe state for firmware update (refer to warning
above).
4. Start the firmware update by selecting File > Firmware Update Wizard.
5. The correct product type should be selected, if it is not select the type of controller from the drop-down list.
6. Press the Start button.
7. Wait for the firmware update to complete.
8. If there is a communication failure check the cable, connections and comm. port setting and try again.
9. Firmware updates typically delete the user applications to ensure compatibility. You will need to reload your
application.
10. Test the operation of the equipment with the new firmware before returning the OCS system to an operation
mode.
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