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6000 Processor: How do I boot load a display's firmware?

Topic

  • Bootload using the currently installed package.
  • Update a display's firmware using a DI/VP-6000

Environment

  • Product: 6000 Series Processors version 13 or later
  • Component: boot loading
  • Control System:

Steps

The steps outlined, if performed incorrectly, may result in equipment failure. Do not attempt these steps without proper training and understanding of product operation. Consult a Daktronics support technician if you need assistance.

Ensure that all connections in the display are seated properly & all connections are complete. 
If you have System Health, leverage it to ensure the module map is clear and no issues are present on the display.
Bootload using the currently installed package.
  1. Login to the VP-6000. Refer to 6000 Processor: How do I log into the user interface? 
  2. Determine the currently installed package version by clicking on the Firmware tile and looking under the Controller section.bootload.png

Locate and click on the 6000 Firmware tile on the dashboard. 
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  1. On the Update page, select Display. (This can sometimes take a few moments to populate the page depending on hardware.)
  2. ​​Select Automatic
    • If Manual is required, contact Daktronics Technical Support

  3. The default option of "All Display Outputs" remains unless directed to do otherwise by Daktronics personnel.  If directed, pick the outputs that you would like to update.  Each output is a PK2 card on the DI or VP, and all will need to be updated in most situations.bootloading1.png

  4. Click Bootload from Installed Package or click Upload Package and Bootload and pick the display firmware package. (DEB file).
    • See the above steps to determine the installed package version.

  5. Show Progress Details: Monitor update progresses.  Errors can be reviewed through the progress details.  booloading2.gif

  6. Progress details will state Bootload Complete once the action is done. 
    • If there are any red indicators on the bootload, then the update did not fully complete.  Confirm connections to components in the display, and rerun the sequence above.​
  7. If the display is a Narrow Pixel Pitch (NPP/NPN) then power down the display before putting in any spares. After spares are in the display then power on the display. After display is fully booted up then run firmware update again to make sure everything onsite is updated.

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