Alpha Technologies Cordex CXC Series User manual

Cordex Controller Language File Removal Procedure
Disclaimer:
This process enters the flash file system on the CXC controller and provide access that allows for
very damaging result if manipulated without due care. Please follow the instructions to remove the
third language file carefully. Any other activity is outside the scope of this procedure and will not be
supported.
Background:
There are two default language files in the CXC software, English and Chinese. A third language file,
when inserted, will be saved on the flash as CXCTEXTLAN _3. This file can be accessed through a
N LL modem serial connection and deleted manually if the third language needs to be removed.
Tools/Information Required:
• Laptop
• Null Modem Cable
Procedure:
( please read through all steps first to get familiar before starting the activity )
1. Connect a null modem cable from the CXC to your computer using a DB9 connector.
2. Open any standard terminal program and set the communication parameters to 57.6kb/s, 8 data
bit, No parity, 1 stop bit, No flow control. Example below:

*COM port may be different.

3. Reset the CXC controller and at startup you will see the startup messages.
4. At this point, press Ctrl-C. If you pass this point without pressing Ctrl-C, normal startup will
continue and you must reset the CXC again.
If stopped successfully, you will see a command prompt.

5. At the prompt, typing tfs ls will list out the existing files on the flash. You will find a file called
“CXCTEXTLANG_3” which is the third language installed.
WARNING:
The number at the end of the name should be 3.
6. To remove the file, enter the following command:
tfs rm CXCTEXTLANG_3
This will delete the file and you can confirm with tfs ls.
7. Type reset to restart the CXC.
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