This update requires a PC with Unity Pro/Control Expert, OS Loader, and Unity Loader (for 140 CRA 312 00, BMX CRA 312 •0, or BME CRA 312 10) installed and the binary file containing the OS or firmware to download.
NOTE: The procedures described in this manual require Unity Pro/Control Expert and OS Loader with a version greater than V2.2, and Unity Loader with a version greater than V2.3.
Unity Pro is the former name of Control Expert for version 13.1 or earlier.
To proceed with an update, you need the following elements:
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Control Expert software installed on the PC.
NOTE: It is not necessary to launch Control Expert for a firmware or OS update.
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OS Loader software (installed with Control Expert) to download the firmware or OS file in the module.
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Unity Loader software to download the firmware file in 140 CRA 312 00, BMX CRA 312 •0, or BME CRA 312 10 module.
Getting the Firmware or OS Binary File
The module firmware of OS binary file is available for download on Schneider Electric website:
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Connect to www.schneider-electric.com global website. |
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Click Support → Documents & Software.
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Hints to help you find the firmware file:
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Filter future results by selecting Firmware - Released and Firmware - Updates in the Document Type area.
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Use the Search field.
Try different keywords to find the .bin or .ldx file.
For example, try to enter full module name (140CPU67160), part of the module name (140CPU), functionality to update (copro), firmware version if it is know (v342).
NOTE: If no result is displayed, select Document Language → English to display results in english.
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Select the proper binary file for the module.
NOTE: Some modules may require more than one file for a complete update.
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Download the binary file into the PC.
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OS Loader software is installed on the PC during Control Expert installation.
To launch OS Loader, click Start → Programs → EcoStruxure Control Expert → OS Loader.
Unity Loader software needs to be installed and it is available in:
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A packaged distribution, Unity Loader installation software is on the installation media in your package.
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An electronic distribution, Unity Loader installation software is included in the downloaded files.
Unity Loader software is available for download on Schneider Electric website:
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Connect to www.schneider-electric.com global website. |
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Enter Unity Loader in the Search input field.
Refine your search by selecting Documents and softwares in the Search in input field.
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Select the Unity Loader version required.
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Click Download. Usually a .zip file is proposed for download. This .zip file contains a dvd .iso file and the installation instructions.
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Run the Unity Loader setup file and follow the instructions (on the screen and in the downloaded documentation) to install the software.
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