Chroma-Q Uploader II 165-1000 Software Storage Device User Guide

June 9, 2024
Chroma-Q

Chroma-Q Uploader II 165-1000 Software Storage Device
Chroma-Q Uploader II 165-1000 Software Storage Device

Overview

The Chroma-Q® Uploader II™ is a software storage device designed to upload a new software version from a computer host to new Chroma-Q® devices.
Note: Use the Uploader II™ with Windows PC.

In the Box

Category Part Number Qty.
Device -Arm Uploader™ 165-1000 1
Plug-in AC Adaptor 2.75W, 5V, 0.55A, USB CH 900-2179 1
Mini USB Cable 900-2180 1

Connection

  • Connect data input from a computer to the Uploader II™ through a USB cable.
  • Connect data output (ANSI E1.11 USITT DMX 512-A) from the Uploader to a fixture or power supply through a female XLR 5-pin connector.

Operation

Touch Screen LCD Display
The control menu of the Uploader II can be accessed through the Touch Screen LCD display.
The control menu screen displays:

  • Model Name
  • Flashing message “** Connect ONE target at a time!” in yellow and red.
  • Software filename that is currently stored in the Uploader II™ in green
  • Text Prompt of the uploading procedure “To UPLOAD”
  • Command buttons which can be pressed to execute the functions:
    ERASE TARGET
    START UPLOADING
    Operation

To Upload Software Data from PC to the Uploader II™,

  1. Connect the Uploader II™ to a PC.
  2. Delete the current file(s) and folder(s) on the uploader memory
  3. Locate the software (.bin) file in the PC.
  4. Copy the software (.bin) file to the Uploader II™.
  5. Disconnect from PC before proceeding to upload firmware to the devices.
    Only one file at a time can be stored in the Uploader II™.
    P.S. If a Mac computer is used to copy the firmware onto the Uploader II™, some extra hidden files automatically added by Mac OS must be manually deleted from the memory.

To Upload Software Data from Uploader II™ to the Chroma-Q® Device/PSU,

  1. Connect the Uploader II to a PC or external USB power supply. The display shows the Control Menu screen with the current software file for uploading.

  2. Connect an XLR 5-pin cable from the Uploader II™ to the target Chroma-Q® device (fixture or PSU).

  3. Power-up the Chroma-Q device.

  4. On the Uploader II™ screen, press ERASE TARGET and “ERASE FLASH” or “Erasing” is displayed on the target device indicating the function in progress.

  5. When erase is complete, “PROGRAM DOWNLOAD” or “Push Start Button” appears on target device indicating that the unit is ready for the upload.
    On the Uploader II™ screen, press START UPLOADING. “Uploading” appears on both the Uploader II™ and the target device indicating that uploading is in progress.

  6. “UPLOADING DONE” appears on the Uploader II™ upon completion of a successful upload and the target device resets to the Main Menu.
    If CHECKSUM UNMATCHED appears on the target device, the uploading process was unsuccessful.
    Wait for the Uploader II™ Control Menu to automatically re-activate and “PROGRAM DOWNLOAD” or “Push Start Button” is displayed on the target device, then repeat Step 5 to 6.
    Note: Upload ONE fixture at a time

Further Information

Please refer to the Chroma-Q® manuals for the particular product with which Uploader II™ is intended to be used, for more detailed information. A copy of the manuals can be found at the Chroma-Q® website – www.chroma-q.com/support/downloads

Approvals & Disclaimer

The information contained herein is offered in good faith and is believed to be accurate.
However, because conditions and methods of use of our products are beyond our control, this information should not be used in substitution for customer’s tests to ensure that Chroma-Q® products are safe, effective, and fully satisfactory for the intended end use. Suggestions of use shall not be taken as inducements to infringe any patent.

Chroma-Q® sole warranty is that the product will meet the Chroma-Q® sales specifications in effect at the time of shipment. Your exclusive remedy for breach of such warranty is limited to refund of purchase price or replacement of any product shown to be other than as warranted.
Chroma-Q® reserves the right to change or make alteration to devices and their functionality without notice due to on-going research and development.

The Chroma-Q® Uploader IITM has been designed specifically for the lighting industry.
Regular maintenance should be performed to ensure that the products perform well in the entertainment environment.

If you experience any difficulties with any Chroma-Q® products please contact your selling dealer. If your selling dealer is unable to help, please contact support@chroma-q.com. If the selling dealer is unable to satisfy your servicing needs, please contact the following for full factory service:

Outside North America:
Tel: +44 (0)1494 446000
Fax: +44 (0)1494 461024
support@chroma-q.com
North America:
Tel: +1 416-255-9494
Fax: +1 416-255-3514
support@chroma-q.com

For further information please visit the Chroma-Q® website at www.chroma-q.com.
Chroma-Q® is a trademark, for more information on this visit
www.chroma-q.com/trademarks.
The rights and ownership of all trademarks are recognized
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References

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