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4/15/09: RECIP-TRAP 9260 with VERSION 50 FIRMWARE





A firmware upgrade for RT9260 is available.


SYSTEM UPGRADE REQUIREMENTS  
The RT9260 V50 Firmware upgrade is comprised of both a firmware (flash disk)upgrade and an RTwin upgrade, if applicable. If you sent in your RECIP-TRAP for the V50 upgrade, your RECIP-TRAP isalready calibrated with a newly installed V50 flash disk. If you have not sent in your RECIP-TRAP for an upgrade and you received a V50 flash disk you will then have to remove the old flash disk inside your RECIP-TRAP and install the new V50 flash disk.


 
RTwin SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS  
In addition to the installation of the new flash disk, you must also have RTwin Version 9.2.4 Build #4.
To determine what version of RTwin you currently have, go to the “Help” pull down, and then go to “About” from the RTwin software toolbar to verify.
If you have RTwin version 9.1 or earlier you will need to install RTwin 9.2 first, and then apply a Build #4 update.
If you have RTwin versions 9.2 to 9.2.4 Build 3 you will need to apply a Build #4 update.


 
NEW FEATURES  
• New Color Menu The new menu system allows for easier navigation with a larger font size and menu position indicated with red colored text.

• Multiple Date Data Collection Version 50 firmware allows you to perform multiple data collection runs with a single load from RTwin. Each analysis collection must be marked by selecting New Collection Date from the main menu.

• Adjustable Spectrum Analysis Version 50 Firmware allows you to adjust spectrum analysis parameters on the RECIP-TRAP without modifying and reloading a route. The new settings are only active for the current data collection and will not modify the route in RTwin.

• Compressor Health Report An “abbreviated” Compressor Health Report is now available on the RECIPTRAP. To generate a report on the RECIP-TRAP the display mode must be in single channel and PV mode when collecting data from each cylinder. The reports are sorted under compressor unit name and report file name of the collection time and date.
Please be aware this is not a requirement to generate a “complete” compressor health report in RTwin. You can be in any mode to generate a full report in RTwin.


 

TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS  
The new V50 Firmware has been designed to continuously run under adverse conditions that previously would cause the RECIP-TRAP to lock-up or shutdown.

In the advent that you do experience trouble, the following suggestions may help you resolve your issue. • Check cables and or swap cables out with spares when possible. • Check for electrical grounding faults. • Check front panel of RECIP-TRAP ensure it has a snug seal but not overtight. Try opening and closing the front panel. • Call Technical Support @ 1.800.368.6666 for further assistance.

Troubleshooting FAQ'S… Q: When I enter review data mode I don’t see my collected data... A: Press the Scale key to review data points collected.
Q: I only see multiple periods of data in the review mode. What if I want to see only a single period of data... A: Use the Zoom key to change to display a single period.
Q: How do I exit the Review Data mode... A: Always use the Start key to exit Review Data mode. You will need to press the Start key a second time to get back normal data collection mode.
Q: When I press the Trap key the front panel indicates the trap is waiting for the marker pulses and it doesn’t refresh the flip up display or turn the flip up display on when it should... A: Enter and then exit the menu or point up then point down.