updated 4/29/15
Filename | Purpose |
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PC3A-v110-Update Install Procedure.html | This document, detailing installation steps |
PC3A-v110-Release Notes.html | A detailed history of all OS enhancements and fixes |
PC3A110.KUF | Update File |
The PC3A can be updated by one of two methods:
Notes on updating via thumb-drive:
*Thumb drives drawing 100 mA or less are recommended.
*We advise using the smallest capacity thumb drive you have available.
*After plugging the drive into the PC3A, wait for about a 30 seconds before proceeding with the install.
*The OS update .KUF file must be located in the drive's root (top) directory, not within any sub-folders. An "Error -2" message will be displayed if this is not the case.
*After copying the .KUF file to the thumb drive, be sure to to Eject/Unmount the Thumb Drive from your computer before physically unplugging it from the computer's USB port.
If unfamiliar with the process, please see the following link (or your manual) for details: "Backing Up the Entire User Memory"
(a) If updating via USB-to-Computer connection, connect USB cable between PC3A "Computer" USB port and any available USB port on your PC/Mac.
-OR-
(b) If updating via USB storage device (for ex. thumb drive) insert the device into to a free USB port on your computer .
Power the PC3A OFF. Press/Hold the EXIT button and turn the PC3A on. Release the EXIT button when the Boot Loader's menu of options appears on the screen:
Run System Run System System PC3A Update Diags Reset Utilities
You will use the various "soft buttons" under the screen to control the update process.
(a) If updating via USB-to-Computer connection: at step 9 (below), when selecting "PC USB" as your update method, a PC3A device image/temporary-drive will appear on your computer as a removable disk icon or a window. At that time you will be instructed to copy (drag and drop) the .KUF update file to this temporary removable disk. For now, proceed.
(b) If updating via USB storage device: copy the .KUF update file to the root directory of the device using the method specific to your computer system. Safely eject/unmount the device from your computer, afterwards physically remove it, then connect it to the PC3A "Storage" USB port (wait @30sec before proceeding).
Run System Run System System PC3A Update Diags Reset Utilities
Format Install Restore Flash Module Older Back
This will delete all user data, OS images, and installed objects. Are you sure? OK CANCEL
A "Please wait..." message will appear while formatting takes place.
Done formatting flash. OK
Run System Run System System PC3A Update Diags Reset Utilities
Select storage type. USB PC Device USB Back
*(a) If choosing "PC USB" you will see a prompt to copy your files now. Copy the .KUF update file to the temporary removable disk on your computer. Once copied, press OK on the PC3A to proceed.
**(b) If choosing "USB Device", note that accessing the drive can take up to one minute. Please be patient.
Example screen:
Select File (.KUF files only) \ ∗ PC3A110.KUF 5473K UP OK CANCEL
Example screen:
Select File (.KUF files only) \ ∗ PC3A110.KUF 5473K UP OK CANCEL
A progress screen appears while the file is loaded.
IMPORTANT NOTE: you may possibly see Error messages such as "-13" and/or " -16", indicating the "installation failed". If so, you will need to power off and restart the installation procedure from step 2 above. The subsequent install should proceed without error.
File PC3A110.KUF was installed. OK
The PC3A will reboot to normal operating mode and is ready for use.
Object Ver : 2.31.2 O/S Version : 2.41.24383
If for some reason the install did not complete properly, simply power off, confirm you are using the correct update file, and repeat the process from the beginning (step 2).
Note: we have seen a few rare instances where after this OS installation the thumb drive may not work. If you experience such issues, please run the following internal utility to rectify things:
The PC3A will reboot to normal operating mode and is ready again for use.