350-8697 DGy Model 201 User Guide 147
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FIRMWARE UPGRADE
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IN THIS APPENDIX
RGB Spectrum periodically provides upgrades to the DGy 201 to add
new features, change functionality or correct defects. Check the “
Support” section of the RGB Spectrum Web site for information about
firmware upgrades.
This appendix provides detailed information about the upgrade process
required to download and install new versions of the DGy 201 firmware.
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UPGRADE PROCEDURE
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OVERVIEW
The firmware upgrade procedure is a three step process:
1) Download new firmware from the RGB Spectrum Web site
2) Transfer the new firmware to the DGy 201 memory
3) Perform the upgrade process
OBTAINING THE
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LATEST FIRMWARE
Before commencing the upgrade procedure you should download the
latest revision of the firmware from the RGB Spectrum web site. A
downloadable copy of the latest firmware can be found in the “Support”
section of the RGB Spectrum web site
http://www.rgb.com/en/Support/DGy.asp
The use of a broadband connection is highly recommended as the
upgrade file is approximately 8MB in size.
Each revision of firmware is provided with a copy of the firmware release
notes which identifies changes and improvements associated with the
new version of firmware. It is suggested that you read the release notes
prior to performing the upgrade so that you will know of any changes in
the features or operation of the unit. If you have any questions, please
contact RGB Spectrum Customer Service.
The upgrade file should be named “FWDGY_x.yyy.tgz” where x.yyy
represents the version number. (note that the file name is case
sensitive). Copy this file onto a local drive on your PC in a folder that is
easily accessible for the next step.
NOTE: Do not rename the file.