Ampcontrol imac itools Manuale utente
Version: 1 - November 2020
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The Ampcontrol iTools program described in this document is the property of AMPCONTROL PTY LTD. It is
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changes to any products described herein to improve reliability, function, or design, and reserves the right to
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application orany use of anyproduct or circuit described herein; neither does it convey license under its patent
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Before You Begin
Thank you for purchasing the Ampcontrol iMAC System.
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In the interests of safety and correct equipment operation, please
take the time to read and understand the content in this manual.
Ampcontrol Contact Details
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
iMAC iTOOLS OVERVIEW ........................................................................................5
Prerequisites ....................................................................................................5
Serial Communications Port .............................................................................5
1.2.1 Serial Port Programming Mode...............................................................6
iMAC Programming Cable................................................................................6
DOWNLOADING AND INSTALLING iTOOLS............................................................7
Downloading iTools..........................................................................................7
Installing iTools.................................................................................................9
INSTALLING OPERATING SYSTEM FIRMWARE...................................................11
DOWNLOADING SLP CODE...................................................................................14
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TABLE OF FIGURES
Figure 1 : Location of the Serial Communications Port Terminals..................................5
Figure 2: Comms LED Functionality..............................................................................6
Figure 3 : iMAC Programming Cable (PN: 180109).......................................................6
Figure 4: Ampcontrol Website .......................................................................................7
Figure 5: Ampcontrol Website: Search..........................................................................7
Figure 6: Ampcontrol Website: Search “iTools” .............................................................8
Figure 7: Ampcontrol Website: Download iTools...........................................................8
Figure 8: iTools Zip Folder.............................................................................................9
Figure 9: Warning Message ..........................................................................................9
Figure 10: Warning Message: Run Anyway...................................................................9
Figure 11: iTools Setup Wizard ...................................................................................10
Figure 12: iTools Installation Complete........................................................................10
Figure 13: iTools Start Menu Icon................................................................................10
Figure 14: iTools .........................................................................................................11
Figure 15: iTools: Operating System Code..................................................................12
Figure 16: iTools: Select Operating System Code.......................................................12
Figure 17: iTools Write Operating System Code..........................................................13
Figure 18: Operating System Firmware Version..........................................................13
Figure 19: iTools .........................................................................................................14
Figure 20: iTools: SLP Code .......................................................................................15
Figure 21: SLP Code Write Warning ...........................................................................15
Figure 22: SLP Code Write Window............................................................................16
Figure 23: iTools: Select SLP Code.............................................................................17
Figure 24: iTools: Write SLP Code..............................................................................17
Figure 25: SLP Code Version......................................................................................18
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iMAC iTOOLS OVERVIEW
This document is intended to provide a detailed explanation of how to install iMAC application (SLP) code
and iMAC Operating System Firmware.
This document is not intended to provide information on the operation of the overall iMAC System, individual
modules or instruction on programming the iMAC Controller or modules. Please refer to the relevant
documentation for more information.
Prerequisites
System requirements: Windows 7/8/10 bases PC/Laptop (32 and 64 bit supported)
iTools software installed on your PC/Laptop. Refer to Section 2 for details.
The desired iMAC SLP application code.
The iMAC Controller with access to the RS232 (green Phoenix) connector at the back of the
controller, refer to Section 1.2
Access to the iMAC power source, allowing a Controller power cycle.
A programming cable. Refer to Section 1.3.
Serial Communications Port
The iMAC Controller is equipped with a serial communication port. The communication port has shared use;
it can be used as the Controller programming port (for loading of application (SLP) code) or as a serial
communications port (for exchanging data with compatible serial devices).
Figure 1 : Location of the Serial Communications Port Terminals
Rear of iMAC Controller
Serial Communications Port Terminals
Terminal
COMMON
Rx/T-
Tx/T+
CTS/R-
RTS/R+
Description
Common (RS232, RS422 & RS485)
Receive (RS232) or Transmit(-) (RS422 & RS485)
Transmit (RS232) or Transmit(+) (RS422 & RS485)
Clear to Send (RS232) or Receive(-) (RS422 & RS485)
Ready to Send (RS232) or Receive(+) (RS422 & RS485)
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Figure 2: Comms LED Functionality
1.2.1 Serial Port Programming Mode
The iMAC Controller must enter programming mode before it can connect to Ampcontrol’s iTools software.
Programming mode is entered by pressing and holding down the iMAC Controller keypad [SHIFT+ENTER]
keys during power-up. iTools can then be used to download compiled application (SLP) code HEX files and
Operating System Firmware. Unless programming mode is entered during power up, the controller’s serial
port defaults to communications mode (refer to the iMAC Communications User Manual for more
information).
iMAC Programming Cable
Ampcontrol recommends using the iMAC USB to RS232 programming lead (PN: 180109) for loading iMAC
application SLP code and updating the Operating System Firmware. The cable comes complete with a USB
Type-B on one end and an iMAC terminal plug on the other end. This enables the lead to plug directly into
the iMAC controller comms port without the need to strip and terminate a cable.
Figure 3 : iMAC Programming Cable (PN: 180109)
ON Controller Transmitting Serial Data
OFF Controller Serial Transmission Idle
COMMS OUT LED FUNCTIONALITY
ON Controller Receiving Serial Data
OFF Controller Serial Receive Port Idle
COMMS IN LED FUNCTIONALITY
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DOWNLOADING AND INSTALLING iTOOLS
Downloading iTools
The procedure for downloading and installing iTools is as follows:
1. Navigate to the Ampcontrol website: https://www.ampcontrolgroup.com/
Figure 4: Ampcontrol Website
2. Select the search icon at the top right of the Ampcontrol home page.
Figure 5: Ampcontrol Website: Search
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3. Search by typing “iTools” in the search box that appears. Alternatively, navigate to the following link:
https://www.ampcontrolgroup.com/?s=iTools
Figure 6: Ampcontrol Website: Search “iTools”
4. Click on the “Download” button for the iTools software.
Figure 7: Ampcontrol Website: Download iTools
5. iTools should now download to the PC/Laptop.
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Installing iTools
Once the download has successfully completed ITools can be installed as follows:
1. Navigate to the download folder and extract the iTools zip file to a temporary location. The zip file will
be named “iTools-X.XX-X.zip” Where “X.XX-X” represents the version of iTools. The folder should
contain the following files:
Figure 8: iTools Zip Folder
2. Double click “setup.exe” to begin install.
3. Windows may present the following message.
Figure 9: Warning Message
4. To run, select “More info” and then “Run anyway”.
Figure 10: Warning Message: Run Anyway
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