XL15+ Firmware Update Manual

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This section includes:

Introduction

Resources

How to Check for Current Firmware

Options for Updating Firmware

Download the Firmware

Firmware Update Steps

 

 

Introduction

This guide details how to update or change firmware on the Horner OCS Controllers. Updating firmware to the newest version adds new benefits to the controller. Also, changing firmware is necessary when changing communications between CsCAN and CANopen.

 

WARNING: Firmware updates should only be performed when the equipment being controlled by the OCS is in a safe, non-operational state. Communication or hardware failures during the firmware update process can cause the controller to behave erratically resulting in injury or equipment damage. Make sure the functions of the equipment work properly after a firmware update before returning the device to an operational mode.

 

 

Resources

For further information on this controller, please refer to the following documents on the Horner website.

 

Manual Numbers for XL15+

User Manual

 MAN1106

Datasheet for Model 0

MAN1107

Datasheet for Model 2

 MAN1125

Datasheet for Model 3

 MAN1126

Datasheet for Model 4

 MAN1127

Datasheet for Model 5

 MAN1128

Datasheet for Model 6

 MAN1129

 

 

How to Check for Current Firmware

To check the firmware revision on a controller, open System Menu > View Status.

 

 

 

Options for Updating Firmware

WARNING: Updating firmware will clear the application program, screens, configurations, and register data. If required, make sure to backup program and register data before updating firmware. The controller’s User Manual has instructions for doing backups.

 

Method A: Removable Media Method

The controller firmware is updated by a bootloader, using a microSD card or USB Flash drive (not through the Cscape Firmware Update Wizard).

 

To update or change firmware:

  1. Download desired Firmware set from the Horner APG website. (Verify CsCAN or CANopen communications.)

  2. Save Firmware files to microSD card or USB, these are the removable media devices.

  3. Update the firmware through the controller’s Firmware Update function

 

NOTE: Files from the Horner website come as a .ZIP file which need to be unzipped and placed in the root of the drive for them to function properly.

 

 

Method B: RS232 Serial Connection

Serial firmware updates are done from Cscape software to the controller’s primary serial port, MJ1 in most cases.

 

 

Download the Firmware

In North America, visit https://hornerautomation.com. Go to Support > Controller Firmware and download the most recent firmware set with the correct communication protocol and controller.

 

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In Europe, visit http://www.hornerautomation.eu/support/firmware and click the Firmware tab and download the desired firmware. Create an account to enable access to the latest firmware updates.

 

 

Firmware Update Steps

  1. Update firmware in an XL15+ (From FW15.32 onwards) by completing the following steps:

  2. Make a bootable SD card for XL15+ controller. (Refer to MAN1150).

  3. Plug removable media (bootable microSD card) into XL15+ controller.

  4. Power down the controller.

  5. While pressing the load / boot switch, power up the XL+ controller. Release the switch.

  6. This starts a firmware load and takes the controller to Boot Installer screen.

  7. Press the Install Bootloader button and then Press YES.

  8. Once operation is completed, “Re-installed the system” message appears. Press OK.

  9. Power-cycle the controller and wait for it to boot up.