TD100 Transmitter Firmware Upgrade Through the Finch II

TD100 Transmitter Firmware Upgrade

Overview
TD100 Transmitter Firmware Upgrade
TD100 Firmware Version Check

Overview

Firmware is the internal software that operates the TD100 Transmitter and FINCH II Display. This firmware provides many of the advanced features available with the TD100 system.

The firmware is upgradeable even after the TD100 Transmitter and FINCH II Display have left the factory. SensorLink and the programming kit are used install new features in the field.

An Internet-connected computer is best for upgrading. SensorLink will check for and download the most recent firmware version when launched. If the Internet is not available, a previously downloaded firmware file may also be installed. Connect the computer to the Internet, open SensorLink and accept the update if prompted. Close SensorLink. The computer may now be moved to an area lacking an Internet connection. SensorLink is now installed with the current files.

Firmware upgrading is done much like the strapping table programming.

• The TD100 is connected to the programming kit.
• A file containing the new firmware is selected
• and then that file is sent to the TD100 Transmitter.

The newest and current firmware file is downloaded when SensorLink prompts to install an update. That firmware file is now available even without an Internet connection.

DO NOT TURN THE POWER OFF, DISCONNECT OR EXIT THE PROGRAM WHILE UPDATING. This may cause damage that requires a trip back to the factory for repair.

Here are the detailed steps.

The TD100 Transmitter firmware may be upgraded in a shop environment before installation or while installed on the vehicle by a connection through the FINCH II or FINCH II-W Display.

The Titan-supplied programming kit provides all the cables required for programming and firmware upgrade. It also includes an AC power adapter for the TD100 Transmitter power.

Ensure your programming kit includes the current SV Bus Converter, part number SV-RS232F.

This version is required to install TD100 firmware upgrades for new features.

Your kit must also include the FINCH II Programming Adapter for Transmitter Cable.

TD100 Transmitter Firmware Upgrade

1. Connect the programming kit to the computer and to the FINCH II Display. This is identical to when the strapping table is programmed. Power may be provided by the AC converter OR the vehicle’s battery power. On the FINCH II Programming Adapter Cable, select TD100-1 or TD100-2 for the transmitter to be upgraded.

Now plug in the AC converter OR turn on the vehicle’s key switch to power the TD100 Transmitter.

Do not connect the AC converter when using the vehicle’s battery power. The AC converter may be damaged.

When using the AC converter power, unplug the vehicle’s battery power into the FINCH II Display at the PWR IN connector. This will prevent damage to the AC converter.

2. Open SensorLink. SensorLink may prompt you to update the app when connected to the Internet. Accept the update.

3. Click the TD100 icon on the left side of the screen.

4. At the top of the screen, click Firmware Upgrade.

5. Click the Select Latest Version button to load the current firmware version.

6. Select the Com Port connected to the programming kit. COM Port issues are identical to the programming issues.

7. Turn the power to the TD100 Transmitter off and then back on by pressing the black button on the programming cable or the vehicle’s battery power off and back on.

8. Quickly click the Upgrade button.

9. The firmware upgrade progress is now shown.

10. DO NOT TURN THE POWER OFF, DISCONNECT OR EXIT THE PROGRAM WHILE UPDATING.

11. When the upgrade process is complete, click the Home button, and then optionally turn OFF power to the transmitter, close SensorLink and disconnect the programming kit.

TD100 Firmware Version Check

Occasionally, you may need to check the firmware version that is installed in the TD100 Transmitter.

1. Connect the programming kit to the computer and to the FINCH II Display. This is identical to when the firmware is upgraded. Power may be provided by the AC converter OR the vehicle’s battery power. On the FINCH II Programming Adapter for Transmitter Cable, select TD100-1 or TD100-2 for the transmitter to be upgraded.

Now plug in the AC converter OR turn on the vehicle’s key switch to power the TD100 Transmitter.

Do not connect the AC converter when using the vehicle’s battery power. The AC converter may be damaged.

When using the AC converter power, unplug the vehicle’s battery power into the FINCH II Display at the PWR IN connector. This will prevent damage to the AC converter.

2. Open SensorLink. SensorLink may prompt you to update the app when connected to the Internet. Accept the update.

3. Click the TD100 icon on the left side of the screen.

4. At the top of the screen, click Firmware Version.

5. Select the Com Port connected to the programming kit. COM Port issues are identical to the programming issues.

6. Turn the power to the TD100 Transmitter Off and then back on by pressing the black button on the programming cable or the vehicle’s battery power off and back on.

7. Quickly click the Get Version button.

8. The currently installed Firmware version is displayed. In this example, the current TD100 Transmitter firmware version is 4.8.6.

9. When the firmware version check is complete, click the Home button, and then optionally turn OFF power to the transmitter, close SensorLink and disconnect the programming kit.

 

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