System Update Instructions for the PC3LE OS v2.26

2/11/14

FILES INCLUDED IN THIS DOWNLOAD:

UPDATE METHODS:

The PC3LE can be updated by one of two methods:

• Method (a): (*preferred*) USB storage device
  requires: Computer (Mac or PC) with USB port + USB Storage device - such as a thumb drive (drawing 100 mA or less)


• Method (b): direct USB connection to computer
  requires: Computer (Mac or PC) with USB port + USB cable

UPDATE PROCEDURE:

!! Before updating, be sure to back up any custom programming as user memory will be erased in the process!!

If unfamiliar with the process, please see the following links (and/or Chpt. 11 in the LE manual) for details: "Backing Up the Entire User Memory"

1. Obtain the latest system updates.

   - Go to PC3LE Downloads Section on our site.
   - Under O/S "Updates" download the current update package.
   (Be sure to carefully read through the included Release Notes.)

2. Choosing Update Method:

   If updating via USB storage device (for ex. thumb drive) insert the device into to a free USB port on your computer.

   -OR-

   If updating via USB-to-Computer connection, connect USB cable between PC3LE "Computer" USB port and any available USB port on your PC/Mac.

3. Enter the Boot Loader:

   Power the PC3LE OFF. Press/Hold the EXIT button and turn the PC3LE on. Release the EXIT button when the Boot Loader's menu of options appears on the screen:

                     Run     Update   Run     System   File
                     PC3LE   Image    Diags   Reset    Utilities
   

   You will use the various "soft buttons" under the screen to control the update process.

   (If connecting directly via USB a PC3LE device image/temporary-drive will appear on your desktop as a removable disk icon or a window).

4. Copy the System Files:

The software files need to be either (a) copied to a USB storage device and then physically transfered to the PC3LE -or- (b) sent to the PC3LE via direct USB cable connection.

(a) To copy using a USB device: connect USB device to your computer, then copy the PC3 OS (PLEOS226.BIN), Object (PLEOB226.PLE) and Boot Loader (PLEBL138.KBB) files to the device using the method specific to your computer system. Eject the device from your computer then connect it to the PC3LE "Storage" USB port.

(b) To copy directly via USB: when you entered the Boot Loader, connected to your computer (as detailed above) a PC3LE device image/temporary drive should have mounted on your computer (it may appear on your desktop as an icon or show up under 'removable devices' depending on the computer operating system). At various steps in this installation, you will be prompted to copy (drag and drop) certain files to this temporary removable disk. Be sure to copy the specified file(s) when instructed.

5. Press UPDATE IMAGE:

                     Run     Update   Run     System   File
                     PC3LE   Image    Diags   Reset    Utilities
   



6. Press LOADER IMAGE: when asked to choose a module to update.

                     Main    Loader   Main    Alt      Restore
                     Image   Image    Object  Object   Older    Back
   



7. Select Storage Type: pick either "USB Device" (if installing of USB device) -or- "PC USB"** (if installing via direct USB connection).

                                      USB     PC      
                                      Device  USB               Back
   

   **If choosing "PC USB" you will see a prompt to copy your files now. Copy the PLEBL138.KBB file now to the temporary removable disk. Once copied, press OK on the PC3LE to proceed.

8. Using the data wheel, select the PLEBL138.KBB file (asterisk ∗ placed next to selection):

           	   Select File (.KBB files only) \
                      ∗ PLEBL138.KBB       393K           
                        
   
                                              UP     OK   CANCEL			

9. Press OK:

           	   Select File (.KBB files only) \
                      ∗ PLEBL138.KBB       393K           
                        
   
                                              UP     OK   CANCEL			

   A progress screen appears while the file is loaded. You will then see a "File PLEBL138.KBB was installed" message.

10. Relaunch the Boot Loader:

    Power the PC3LE OFF. Press/Hold the EXIT button and turn the PC3LE back on.

    This will return you to Boot Loader main menu:

                      Run     Update   Run     System   File
                      PC3LE   Image    Diags   Reset    Utilities
    

    Note: top right corner of the screen - Boot Loader v.1.38.17320 L2 is displayed.

    (If connecting directly via USB a PC3LE your computer may issue warnings about the removal of a USB device. You can ignore these. Upon entering the boot loader, a device image/temporary-drive will again appear on your computer as before).

11. Press File Utilities:

                      Run     Update   Run     System   File
                      PC3LE   Image    Diags   Reset    Utilities
    

12. Press Format Flash:

                      Format
                      Flash                                 Back
    

13. Press OK:

                      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. When complete, a "Done formatting flash" message will display.

14. Relaunch the Boot Loader again:

    Power the PC3LE OFF. Press/Hold the EXIT button and turn the PC3LE back on.

    This will again return you to Boot Loader main menu :

                      Run     Update   Run     System   File
                      PC3LE   Image    Diags   Reset    Utilities
    

    Note: top right corner of the screen - Boot Loader now shows the older boot loader revision again. This is ok.

    (If connecting directly via USB a PC3LE your computer may issue warnings about the removal of a USB device. You can ignore these. Upon entering the boot loader, a device image/temporary-drive will again appear on your computer as before).

15. Press UPDATE IMAGE:

                      Run     Update   Run     System   File
                      PC3LE   Image    Diags   Reset    Utilities
    



16. Press LOADER IMAGE: when asked to choose a module to update.

                      Main    Loader   Main    Alt      Restore
                      Image   Image    Object  Object   Older    Back
    



17. Select Storage Type: pick either "USB Device" (if installing of USB device) -or- "PC USB"** (if installing via direct USB connection).

                                       USB     PC      
                                       Device  USB               Back
    

    **If choosing "PC USB" you will see a prompt to copy your files now. Copy the PLEBL138.KBB file now to the temporary removable disk. Once copied, press OK on the PC3LE to proceed.

18. Using the data wheel, select the PLEBL138.KBB file (asterisk ∗ placed next to selection):

            	   Select File (.KBB files only) \
                       ∗ PLEBL138.KBB       393K           
                         
    
                                               UP     OK   CANCEL			

19. Press OK:

            	   Select File (.KBB files only) \
                       ∗ PLEBL138.KBB       393K           
                         
    
                                               UP     OK   CANCEL			

    A progress screen appears while the file is loaded. You will then see a "File PLEBL138.KBB was installed" message.

20. Relaunch the Boot Loader once more:

    Power the PC3LE OFF. Press/Hold the EXIT button and turn the PC3LE back on.

    This will again return you to Boot Loader main menu:

                      Run     Update   Run     System   File
                      PC3LE   Image    Diags   Reset    Utilities
    

    Note: top right corner of the screen - Boot Loader v.1.38.17320 L2 is again displayed.

    (If connecting directly via USB a PC3LE your computer may issue warnings about the removal of a USB device. You can ignore these. Upon entering the boot loader, a device image/temporary-drive will again appear on your desktop as an icon or a window).

21. Press UPDATE IMAGE:

                      Run     Update   Run     System   File
                      PC3LE   Image    Diags   Reset    Utilities
    



22. Press MAIN IMAGE: when asked to choose a module to update.

                      Main    Loader   Main    Alt      Restore
                      Image   Image    Object  Object   Older    Back
    



23. Select Storage Type: pick either "USB Device" (if installing of USB device) -or- "PC USB"** (if installing via direct USB connection).

                                       USB     PC      
                                       Device  USB               Back
    

    **If choosing "PC USB" you will see a prompt to copy your files now. Copy the PLEOS226.BIN file now to the temporary removable disk. Once copied, press OK on the PC3LE to proceed.

24. Using the data wheel, select the PLEOS226.BIN file (asterisk ∗ placed next to selection):

            	   Select File (.BIN files only) \
                       ∗ PLEOS226.BIN       3651K           
                         
    
                                               UP     OK   CANCEL			

25. Press OK:

            	   Select File (. BIN files only) \
                       ∗ PLEOS226.BIN       3651K           
                         
    
                                               UP     OK   CANCEL			

    A progress screen appears while the file is loaded.

26. Press OK to confirm:

                       File PLEOS226.BIN was installed.           
                         
    
                                                          OK

27. Press UPDATE IMAGE:

                      Run     Update   Run     System   File
                      PC3LE   Image    Diags   Reset    Utilities
    



28. Press MAIN OBJECT: when asked to choose a module to update.

                      Main    Loader   Main    Alt      Restore
                      Image   Image    Object  Object   Older    Back
    



29. Select Storage Type: pick either "USB Device" (if installing of USB device) -or- "PC USB"** (if installing via direct USB connection).

                                       USB     PC      
                                       Device  USB               Back
    

    **If choosing "PC USB" you will see a prompt to copy your files now. Copy the PLEOB226.PLE file now to the temporary removable disk. Once copied, press OK on the PC3LE to proceed.

30. Using the data wheel, select the PLEOB226.PLE file (asterisk ∗ placed next to selection):

            	   Select File (.BIN files only) \
                       ∗ PLEOB226.PLE       8466K           
                         
    
                                               UP     OK   CANCEL			

31. Press OK:

            	   Select File (. BIN files only) \
                       ∗ PLEOB226.PLE       8466K           
                         
    
                                               UP     OK   CANCEL			

    A progress screen appears while the file is loaded.

32. Press OK to confirm:

                       File PLEOB226.PLE was installed.           
                         
    
                                                          OK

33. Press RUN PC3LE:

                      Run      Update  Run     System   File
                      PC3LE    Image   Diags   Reset    Utilities
    

    The PC3 will reboot to normal operating mode and is ready for use.

34. Confirm the update was installed correctly: Once powered back up, go to MASTER mode, press the MAST2 menu soft button. Confirm you see the following:

                       O/S Version : 2.26.21865
                       Object Ver  : 2.26.0
    			

    If for some reason the install did not complete properly, simply power off and repeat from the beginning (step 3).

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