AC10 4.Xx Firmware Update Process
AC10 4.Xx Firmware Update Process
16G-X1-XXXX-XX
16G-X2-XXXX-XX
16G-X3-XXXX-XX
For example, is an IP2 AC10 Frame 6 so can be updated using this method.
Note – if the firmware already installed has version 1.0XX (e.g. 1.04 or 1.044), then it cannot be upgraded.
The firmware version can be checked by examining F105 on the keypad. This may also be seen on the label.
The firmware of an AC10 IP66 18.5kW~90kW (frame 4~6) cannot currently be updated using this process. It
can be updated using an emulator but should only be done at the factory. This situation will change in the
future. The models affected are:
16G-X4-XXXX-XX
16G-X5-XXXX-XX
16G-X6-XXXX-XX
Required Tools:
1) Programming software (Windows)
2) RS485 4-wire Converter
3) Programming Cable
4) Jumper for J8 link (bent paper-clip will do)
5) 5V power supply (3 x AA battery will do)
The firmware version will be 3.xx (e.g. 3.27). Do not attempt to program using other versions 2.xx or 4.xx as
these are intended for different products.
Any RS485 converter can be used as long as it supports 4-wire mode. A good example is the Moxa Uport1130
RS-422/485 USB-to-Serial Adaptor.
The Process
Important Notes Before Continuing with Firmware Update
1. Check the values of F103 (kW rating of Drive) and F104 (Phase and Voltage rating of the Drive).
These values need to be re-entered after the firmware update. On a system fitted Drive the label
with this information is not always visible.
2. Do you need to save the existing Configuration installed in the Drive? The firmware update will set
the values in the Drive back to default. The installed configuration can be extracted with DSE Lite
before commencing with the update. Once you have started updating you cannot restore the
configuration without a saved DSE Lite parameter extraction.
Ensure that 230V/400V Supply is disconnected
Link pins of J8
Disconnect 5V
Connect 5V
Disconnect 5V
Running the CodeSkin C2Prog upgrade utility:
Select File: file containing firmware to program into AC10 IP20 6~12
Target: 208069,67,66
Options: SCI
Port: Serial
Configure Ports.. as below
Serial port: Scan Ports and select COM port which is the USB-RS485 converter.
After clicking on Program there may be at least 30 seconds before the *** PLEASE RESET TARGET IN SCI
BOOT-LOADER MODE *** message to appear, please wait.
Note – if Unlocking target… FAILS then unlocking keys will need to be entered. These are
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