PHL1600

The PHL1600 is an Opticon Terminal device running our proprietary Operating System. It is based on a Microtec processor.

Load Firmware

This section describes how to load firmware onto your PHL1600 device

Load Firmware: OS

• Download and install Appload (see the download table below)
• Download and unzip the firmware: OS File from the download table below
• Connect your direct load cable to the PC and the PHL1600.
• Power OFF your PHL1600
• Press [S] + [ENT] + [POWER]

The LED should now be blinking RED and the display should be blank. If not, power off the unit and try again.

• Configure Appload
  • Select 'Settings' > 'Port' > COM1 or the name of the USB <-> RS232 adapter you may be using
  • Select 'Settings' > 'IrDA adpater/cradle type' > 'Not installed'
• Finally, in Appload, select 'File' > 'Download' and browse to the OS file you downloaded. The name should be similar to CBGV0159.hex

Load Firmware: Application

If you have the opportunity please always update the OS prior to updating the Application. This can avoid complications.

• Download and install Appload (see the download table below)
• Download and unzip the firmware: Application File you wish to use from the download table below. Alternatively your vendor may provide you with custom firmware for use during this process.
• Connect your direct load cable to the PC and the PHL1600.
• Power OFF your PHL1600
• Press [0] + [7] + [POWER] to enter the Operating System's System Menu
• Select 'Download Appl'
• Select 'via Cable'
• Configure Appload
  • Select 'Settings' > 'Port' > COM1 or the name of the USB <-> RS232 adapter you may be using
  • Select 'Settings' > 'IrDA adpater/cradle type' > 'Not installed'
• Finally, in Appload, select 'File' > 'Download' and browse to the Application file you downloaded.

Downloads

Software