NOTE: This update also requires Mlink software (below) to upload the firmware to the Model 928A.
Model 928A Mlink Software
Mlink version 0.507
This software interface has been specifically written for the Model 928A.
Supports transfer of data from the 928A to your PC.
Simplifies configuring complicated measurement functions like Power Quality.
Allows upload of latest firmware release to the 928A.
Compatible with Windows NT, 2000 and Windows XP
Communication Utility
Communication drivers - required to use Mlink and the USB port of the 928A. If you are experience communication problems after installing the USB driver, contact Technical Support for further assistance.
CT File Creation and Modification
928UserCtProg.exe - Utility that allows the creation and modification CT characterization files for the 928A.
928A Firmware Release Notes
How do I find my firmware revisions?
From the 928A front panel:
Press 2nd
Press MENU
Press 2nd
Press MENU
Select Version Information
Press ENT The display should now show the Serial Number, Main Processor date, and DSP Processor date.
Press ESC three times to return to normal operation
From MLink:
Run Power Sentinel MLink and connect to the 928A.
Click on Main.
Click on About - A window with the Firmware version and DSP version should pop up.
Firmware Release notes:
Firmware Revision
Comment
v1.10 - 24Feb10
Host Version 1.10 24Feb2010
Limit Flicker values to two decimal digits of resolution (match 933 and 1133).
Fix potential log data download data corruption problem.
Bug 511: Overflow in certain values of Power Quality Config.
Set default date to 1 Jan 2010, was 6 Jan 2005 (only used when powered for the first time).
DSP Version 1.04 24Feb2010
Bug 535: Harmonic Phase Angles fixed.
v1.05 - 08Jan07
Host Version 1.05 08Jan2007
Add factory calibration storage element.
Key repeat feature now limited to only the "Up" and "Down" arrow keys. Also implemented a maximum repeat time (get rid of stuck key keeping the unit powered).
Add units to Thd, RMS-K, Thd-F and Thd-T readings (F1 user screen).
Update to use new "ISR()" macro ("SIGNAL()" macro being deprecated)
DSP Version 1.02 08Jan2007
Updated to support 928 internal CT wiring differences
v1.03 - 03Aug06
Update menu screens which did not wrap when scrolling through options.
F1 user screen basic data changed to use "normal" non-changing basic data (not effected by hold-min-max-avg).
Fix display of calibration date info (if no calibrations date and Flash modified, it would incorrectly increment to the calibration menu).
