Kohler — Converter Firmware Upgrade Procedure
Installation · Modbus/Ethernet Converter
From a Kohler service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
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Before you start
- Interruption of the download may require restarting the process from step 5a.
- The TFTP client is not activated by default on Microsoft Windows 7.
Procedure
- Copy the .rom files to the PC hard C-drive (C:\): xpiapupg.rom for firmware older than 3.0.0.0, and amxp_kohler_3000RC2.rom for all converters.
- Connect the converter to the PC as described in Section 14.1.
- Verify the PC and converter are connected to the same subnet.
- On the PC go to Start Programs Accessories Command Prompt and change to a C:\ directory.
- For firmware older than 3.0.0.0 enter: C:\tftp -i <IP address> put xpiapupg.rom XA (use upper case XA).
- Wait 20 seconds.
- For all converters enter: C:\tftp -i <IP address> put amxp_kohler_3000RC2.rom xA (lower case x, upper case A).
- Wait 45 seconds.
- Start the Device Installer Software on the PC.
- Enter Telnet Setup and input a 'D' for Default Settings.
- Enter a '5' and configure the attached generator controllers (Modbus address and type).
- If using SNMP, enter a '1' and set the network parameters, SNMP community and IP address for traps.
- Enter an 'S' to save the configuration.
Tools required
Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.
Specs & values
- xpiapupg.rom needed for converters with firmware older than 3.0.0.0
- amxp_kohler_3000RC2.rom needed for all converters
- Firmware version number shown in the device details screen and Telnet Configuration screen
Source: Kohler service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.