Instructions for Installing eDAQ Firmware Version 3.13.C

September 15, 2009

The eDAQ firmware is distributed in a ZIP file named "eDAQ_firmware_v3.13.C_build_302.zip".

Note - If you are upgrading your eDAQ from an earlier release version, do not attempt to perform the upgrade if your eDAQ is necessary for time-critical testing. An upgrade failure of the eDAQ firmware will render the eDAQ completely unusable until it can be upgraded at the factory. This does not apply to users who have just received their eDAQ from SoMat - the eDAQ firmware is already loaded.

To get your eDAQ firmware updated from a previous release version:

If your eDAQ is running a firmware version earlier than v3.13.A, you need to manually update the MPB to the latest firmware first, then proceed with the instructions below. Refer to the "If your eDAQ is running a firmware version earlier than 3.13.A" section for more information on how to do this.

This will update all firmware in the system (except Smart Module firmware; see below). The eDAQ will automatically reboot once the updates are finished.

The eDAQ firmware and TCE must be running compatible software versions. Compatibility is determined by the first two numbers in the version; i.e. eDAQ firmware version 3.11.C would be compatible with TCE version 3.11.0, but not TCE version 3.12.0.

To get your Ethernet communications configured:

If you have just received a new eDAQ from SoMat, your eDAQ is delivered with an assigned IP address (192.168.100.100) and subnet mask (255.255.255.0). If you are using the eDAQ on a dedicated PC, you can use this IP address and subnet mask, by setting up your PC TCP/IP protocols with the same subnet mask and a compatible IP address (e.g., 192.168.100.90). If you are using the eDAQ on a network hub, contact your network administrator to get an IP address and subnet mask for the eDAQ and then follow the instructions provided in the TCE Help to get the IP address and subnet mask programmed into the eDAQ.

If your eDAQ is running a firmware version earlier than 3.13.A:

SMITC Firmware Upgrade Procedure:

All SMITCs currently using the original "v1.0" firmware should be updated to the new firmware version "v1.1". However, there is currently no way to upgrade the SMITCs in the field. SMITCs must be returned to SoMat for the firmware update.

If you have any problems or questions on these installation procedures, please contact SoMat Customer Service (217-328-5359) for assistance.