RF6x1Configurator

This program is used for uploading firmwares and configuring RF6x1 devices.

Quick start guide: RF6xxConfiguratorQuickStart.pdf

 

Version

Release Date

 Setup File

Release Note

2.3.1

9.1.2007
RF-Configurator_v0203001.msi

* F-KEY keyword text did not work in pcg file.

2.3.0

11.12.2006
RF-Configurator_v02030.msi

* PLConf control fixes. Works now also with Piccopla program. Version 3.4.0.1
* Added new registry key (UIProduction) to prevent incorrect radio changes
* Added warnings about temporary IP (s_net==169)
* Added new ethernet module default setting:
" Close connection after the following number of idle seconds" (60 sec)
This prevents reconnection problems in some cases.

2.2.7B

27.11.2006
RF-Configurator_v020207B.msi

* Finds RF601 Base stations from network where IP address is not in range.
* Shows MAC address from all founded base stations.

2.2.6

15.11.2006
RF-Configurator_v020206.msi

* Second generation of RF6x1 device configurator program.
* Added BS configuring over network

2.0.0.B4

14.7.2006
RF6x1ConfiguratorSetup.exe

* Fixed bugs
-CHANNEL in *.pcg files did not work in earlier versions for the Base stations

Known issues:
* BS configuring over network not implemented.
* During FW or *.pcg file upload, "Writing..." text may not appear in to the screen but FW uploading process is still pending. (Screen refreshing problem)

2.0.0.B3

6.7.2006

* Changed "Read Device Info" functionality
* Installation directory changes.
New Path: Program files-->NordicID-->RF_Family-->RF6x1Config

Known issues:
* BS configuring over network not implemented.
* During FW or *.pcg file upload, "Writing..." text may not appear in to the screen but FW uploading process is still pending. (Screen refreshing problem)

2.0.0.B2

1.6.2006

* Increased Laser parameter timeout

Known issues:
* BS configuring over network not implemented.
* During FW or *.pcg file upload, "Writing..." text may not appear in to the screen but FW uploading process is still pending. (Screen refreshing problem)

2.0.0.B1

17.5.2006

* PLConf control version 3.2.0.2. Fixed BS configuration functions
* Added RESET command.

Known issues:
* BS configuring over network not implemented.
* During FW or *.pcg file upload, "Writing..." text may not appear in to the screen but FW uploading process is still pending. (Screen refreshing problem)

1.5.1

3.5.2006

* Improved version information text.
* SerialNo edit

* PLConf control version 3.2.0.1. Added testing methods.

Known issues:
* During FW or *.pcg file upload, "Writing..." text may not appear in to the screen but FW uploading process is still pending. (Screen refreshing problem)

1.5

13.4.2006

* PLConf control version 3.1.1.0 (increased timeout for WriteEepromBlock method)

Known issues:
* During FW or *.pcg file upload, "Writing..." text may not appear in to the screen but FW uploading process is still pending. (Screen refreshing problem)

User manual under development

Firmware uploading for the 808 hand terminal (HS)

1. Connect boot cable between PC-COM port and HS
2. Place batteries in to the HS
3. Select COM-port from RF6x1Configurator
4. Select "Firmware update.." from File menu and Open firmware: (Hsbt__xx.a20)
5. Press "Start uploding" button.
6. Uploading starts and it takes about 4-5 min. Note: program screen may show "Writing..." but not necessarily. Please be patient.
7. Uploading is done when following texts appears in to the RF6x1Configurator screen:
UPLOADING DONE
REMOVE BOOT CABLE FROM DEVICE
REMOVE BATTERIES AND PUT THEM BACK AGAIN

Uploading Configuration files for the 808 hand terminal

1. Connect configuration cable between PC-COM port and HS
2. Place batteries in to the HS. (make sure that HS starts)
3. Select COM-port from RF6x1Configurator
4. Select "Open configuration File.." from file menu and open *.pcg file.
5. Press "Set" button for uploading configuration parameters to HS.
6. If errors during upload, retry by pressing "Set" button again.