Biral BTD-200 Technical manual

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BTD-200
System Update Instructions
BTD-200 System
Firmware and Software Update
BTD-200
Lightning Works
Software Update Instructions

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PROPRIETARY NOTICE
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schematics and parts lists) is proprietary to BIRAL. It is provided for the sole purpose
of aiding the buyer or user in operating and maintaining the software. This information
is not to be used for the manufacture or sale of similar items without written
permission.
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© 2020 Bristol Industrial and Research Associates Limited (BIRAL).
Manual Number: DOC101737
Revision: 00A
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CONTENTS
1INTRODUCTION..................................................................................... 3
2UPDATE INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................ 3
2.1 Download the Required Files ........................................................................4
2.2 Backing Up Your Archived Data and Settings..................................................4
2.2.1 Backing Up Your Data and Server Settings.....................................................5
2.2.2 Backing Up Your Lightning Works Client Settings............................................6
2.3 Uninstall Lightning Works Server and Client ...................................................7
2.4 Updating the BTD-200 Sensor Firmware ........................................................8
2.4.1 Installing the Firmware Update software .......................................................8
2.4.2 Running the Firmware Update Software ........................................................9
2.4.3 Troubleshooting ........................................................................................ 15
2.5 Installing Lightning Works Server and Client ................................................ 17
2.5.1 Lightning Works Server .............................................................................. 17
2.5.2 Lightning Works Client ............................................................................... 17
2.6 Restoring the Archived Data and Server Settings.......................................... 18
2.7 Restoring the Client Settings ...................................................................... 19
2.8 Completing the Update .............................................................................. 19

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1INTRODUCTION
The addition of the Lightning Works Messenger software to the range of BTD-200
system accessories in March of 2020 required an update to the way in which the
BTD-200 sensor communicated with both the Lightning Works Server and the
Lightning Works Client. BTD-200 sensors purchased prior to March 2020 must have
their firmware updated and the latest versions of the Lightning Works Server and
Client installed on the user computer systems before using Lightning Works
Messenger. The old versions of BTD-200 sensor firmware are not compatible with the
latest versions of Lightning Works Server or Client. Attempting to use incompatible
versions will cause the system to stop operating.
In addition to providing compatibility with the Lightning Works Messenger, the latest
versions of Lightning Works Server and Client also include a change to the way
archive data is exported. The data format has been simplified and headers have been
included at the start of each file to assist with data interpretation.
This document describes how to update your BTD-200 sensor to the latest version of
firmware and install the latest version of Lightning Works Server and Client. We have
tried to make the update process as simple as possible, but if you need assistance
please do not hesitate to contact our Service Team by email or telephone, the
contact details are shown on the first page.
2UPDATE INSTRUCTIONS
Please read through the entire document before attempting the update to ensure
you are fully familiar with what you need to do. Ensure you have enough time to
complete the whole update, remember the system will not function at all unless all
components are updated.
The updates should be performed in the order shown. Attempting to the perform the
update in a different order may cause the system to stop working.
You will need administrator rights for the computers to perform these updates. If you
do not have administrator rights, please consult your IT department.