Update software#
You can update the Terminal System software using one of the following methods.
- Online automatic update
Terminal System automatically downloads software update files from a dedicated repository via the Internet. By setting in advance, the update can be executed at the specified timing. (Online automatic update)
- Update using a file
The user uploads a software update file to the Terminal System from the configuration PC. The Terminal System does not need to be connected to the internet. (Update using a file)
Attention
Please note the following points when updating the software.
When the software update is started, the measurement will stop.
Do not turn off the Terminal System while updating software.
When updating the software of peripheral devices using this function, connect the required peripheral devices in advance.
Do not remove peripherals while updating software.
Online automatic update#
You can use the online automatic update function to obtain the update file via the Internet.
Note
[Update Sources] must be set for online automatic update. Usually this is already set up, but if you are unsure which repository to specify, please contact us.
To make a new setting, enter the ID (any descriptive name, alphanumericals only) and URL, and click [Add].
When [Update Sources] is set, Terminal System accesses the repository via the Internet about 5 minutes after the power is turned on and downloads new update files, if any.
When a new update file is downloaded, you will see the message "A software update is available." in the [System]> [System Information] > [Version].
You can apply the update immediately by clicking [Update Now].
To apply the update at a fixed timing, set as follows.
Open the [System] menu.
In [Online Automatic Update] > [Update Settings], set when to apply the updates.
If you turn on [Update Regularly], the Terminal System will be updated if it is turned on at the specified time.
Attention
If the measurement is being performed at the time specified in [Update Regularly], the measurement will be stopped and the update will be performed. When the update is complete, the measurement will resume automatically.
Depending on the content of the update, the message "Reboot the Terminal System." will be displayed. In that case, operate the power switch to restart the Terminal System.
Update using a file#
Receive an update file from aptpod and copy it to the configuration PC.
Access the Terminal System setting screen from the configuration PC.
Under [System]> [Update Using File], click [Browse] and specify the update file.
The update file will be uploaded to the Terminal System and the update will begin.
Depending on the content of the update, the message "Reboot the Terminal System." will be displayed. In that case, operate the power switch to restart the Terminal System.