After programming the IP address into the DeviceMaster UP, you are ready to update the DeviceMaster UP with the appropriate firmware. The DeviceMaster UP typically contains SocketServer, the default application from the factory.

Firmware

Name

Released

Beta

Description

Modbus Router firmware

V5.11

V6.06

You must upload Modbus Router firmware on the DeviceMaster UP using PortVision Plus before configuring the serial ports.

Refer to the Modbus Router User Guide for detailed information and configuration procedures.

For secure configuration procedures, see the DeviceMaster Secure Configuration User Guide.

Bootloader

v3.36

Bootloader is the RedBoot operating system that runs the device during the power on phase, which then starts the default application on the DeviceMaster UP.

You should check the Bootloader version and if necessary, update Bootloader.

You can review the firmware History file for the latest updates and enhancements.

Note

Files labeled Beta means that the product is a current product, but the download files are still in the development or test process. Please consult with Technical Support before using BETA firmware in a production environment. These downloads are fully supported by Comtrol except in production installations.

Features introduced in Beta software will be added to the next version of the User Guide.

Comtrol recommends verifying that the DeviceMaster UP contains the latest Modbus Router version before configuring serial ports.

You can check the firmware version on the DeviceMaster UP if Modbus Router was loaded on the DeviceMaster UP and if necessary, upload the latest version of Modbus Router using PortVision Plus.

Checking the Modbus Router Version

Use this procedure to check the Modbus Router version that resides on the DeviceMaster UP.

If necessary, start PortVision Plus and scan the network.
Check the Modbus Router version number of the Software Version for the DeviceMaster UP.
Check to see if a later version is available and if necessary, upload Modbus Router
If the Modbus Router version on the DeviceMaster UP is current, you are ready to configure the serial ports.

Uploading Modbus Router

Use this procedure to upload the latest version of Modbus Router into the DeviceMaster UP.

Note
Technical support does not recommend updating firmware across a WAN. For best results, connect the DeviceMaster UP directly to a PC or laptop to upload Modbus Router.

Make sure that you have located the latest Modbus Router version.
Execute the Modbus Router .msi file.
1. Click Run to start the file installation procedure or Save to save the file to your site, and then execute the .msi file and click Start to begin the file installation procedure.
2. If necessary, click Run to any Internet Security warnings.
3. Click Next at the Modbus Router Setup Wizard.
4. Click I accept the terms in the License Agreement and then Next.
5. Click Next to install Modbus Router in the default directory (C:\Comtrol\Modbus_Router\) or browse to another location. Make sure that you remember the path where you place the files because you will need to access the .bin file during the installation procedure.
6. Click Install and the click Finish.
If necessary, open PortVision Plus.
Right-click the DeviceMaster UP for which you want to update, click Upload Firmware, browse to the Modbus Router .bin file, and then click Open.
Click Yes to the Upload Firmware message that warns you that this is a sensitive process. It may take a few moments for Modbus Router to upload onto the DeviceMaster UP. The DeviceMaster UP will reboot itself during the upload process.
Click Ok to the advisory message about waiting to use the DeviceMaster UP until the status reads ON-LINE. In the next polling cycle, PortVision Plus updates the List View pane and displays the new Modbus Router version.
Optionally, refer to the interface programming information and the sample PLC programs for Modbus Router.
Configure the DeviceMaster UP port characteristics for your environment using the embedded web pages on the DeviceMaster UP.

There are two ways that you can access the embedded web pages:
- Open PortVision Plus, right-click on the appropriate DeviceMaster UP unit and select Web Manager.
- Open your web browser and enter the IP address of the DeviceMaster UP.
Note
For detailed information about the web pages, refer to the User Guide.

Checking the Bootloader Version

Use this procedure to check the Bootloader version on the DeviceMaster UP.

If necessary, open PortVision Plus.
Right-click the DeviceMaster UP and click Reboot Device.
Click Yes to the Confirm Reboot query.
Right-click the DeviceMaster UP, click Refresh Device as many times as necessary to catch the reboot cycle in the List View pane. The Bootloader version is briefly displayed during the reboot cycle before Modbus Router loads.
Check to see if a later version is available and if necessary, upload Bootloader.

Updating Bootloader

Note

Technical Support does not recommend updating Bootloader across a WAN. For best results, connect the DeviceMaster UP directly to a PC or laptop to upload Bootloader.

Make sure that power is not interrupted while uploading Bootloader. Power interruption while uploading Bootloader will require that the DeviceMaster UP must be sent into Comtrol so that it can be reflashed.

If you are not successful uploading Modbus Router into the DeviceMaster UP, do not upload Bootloader.

Use this procedure to upload the latest version of Bootloader into the DeviceMaster UP.

Make sure that you have located the latest Bootloader version.
If necessary, open PortVision Plus.
Right-click the DeviceMaster UP for which you want to update, click Upload Firmware, browse to the Bootloader .bin file, and then click Open.
Click Yes to the Upload Firmware message that warns you that this is a sensitive process.
Click Ok to the second Upload Firmware message and then click Refresh until the Bootloader version displays in the List View pane, which should show the new version.

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