140 CRP 93x 00 S908 RIO Head Update
 
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Connecting the Module
NOTICE
INOPERABLE EQUIPMENT
Stop the CPU before updating the 140 CRP 93• 00 module.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment damage.
To establish a connection between the PC and the module, and select the download function proceed as follows:
Step
Action
1
Verify that the CPU is in STOP mode.
2
Click Start → Programs → EcoStruxure Control Expert → OS Loader to launch OS Loader.
Result: The Welcome window is displayed.
3
Click Next.
Result: The Communication Protocol window is displayed.
4
Select the MODBUS01 or MBPLUS01 communication protocol in accordance with the chosen physical connection and click Next.
Result: The Target window is displayed:
5
In the Device Type dialog box, select Local Head and type the Slot number.
6
If needed, click Scan to display all currently active devices.
7
In the Devices dialog box, select the PLC node (the PC is connected to the CPU via Modbus or Modbus Plus, and we address the S908 Local Head).
8
In the Target Address dialog box, click Connect to connect the PC to the module.
9
In the Devices dialog box, click Properties if you need to display information on the module status.
10
Click Next.
Result: The Operation window is displayed.
Selecting and Downloading the Firmware File
Do not interrupt the communication between the PC and the module while downloading a file because it can cause irreparable damage to the module.
NOTICE
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
During the download:
  • Do not power OFF the CPU and module.
  • Do not power OFF the PC.
  • Do not shut down the OS Loader.
  • Do not disconnect the communication cable.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment damage.
After connecting the module, proceed as follows to select and download the firmware file:
Step
Action
1
Select Download OS to device and click Browse.
2
Select the file to download into the module.
3
Click Next.
Result: The File and Device Info window displays information on the firmware file to download and the device connected:
Check the PC binary file version. The compatibility with the 140 CRP 93• 00 firmware is indicated as follows: PC file is compatible with the module: It is indicated by a green tick between the File and Device dialog box. The transfer is allowed. PC file version is lower than the module version: It is indicated by a yellow tick between the File and Device dialog box. The transfer is allowed but it downgrades the module to an earlier version. PC file is not compatible with the module: It is indicated by a red tick between the File and Device dialog box and the Next button is grayed. The transfer is not allowed. Solve the incompatibility before proceeding with the next step.
4
Click Next.
Result: The Summary window is displayed.
5
Click Download.
Result: A popup window is displayed.
6
Click Yes to validate the information displayed and launch the transfer.
Result: The Progress window is displayed with the remaining time. The duration depends on the protocol used and the PC configuration.
7
In the Progress window, check if the download is completed.
Result: The SUCCESS message is displayed.
NOTE: If the SUCCESS message is not displayed, check each step and contact your local Schneider Electric office for assistance.
8
Click Close and exit OS Loader.
Checking the Firmware Version
To check the module firmware version, proceed as follows:
Step
Action
1
Verify that the CPU is in STOP mode.
2
Open OS Loader.
Result: The Welcome window is displayed.
3
Click Next.
Result: The Communication Protocol window is displayed.
4
Select the MODBUS01 or MBPLUS01 communication protocol in accordance with the chosen physical connection and click Next.
Result: The Target window is displayed.
5
In the Device Type dialog box, select Local Head and type the Slot number.
6
In the Devices dialog box, click Scan to update the list of devices.
7
In the Devices dialog box, select the PLC node.
8
In the Target Address dialog box, click Connect to connect the PC to the module.
9
In the Devices dialog box, click Properties to check the firmware version.
10
Click Close and exit OS Loader.