Reflash the VX7 117
E-EQ-VX7RG-D VX7 Reference Guide
Reflash the VX7
Note: When reflashing, LXE recommends using a Compact Flash (CF) card that is greater
than 64MB. Files to be loaded on the CF card are: NK.BIN, EBOOT.NB0, XSCALE.BIT
Requirements:
• A screwdriver (not supplied by LXE)
• PCMCIA to CF card adapter
Preparation
• LXE recommends that installation of the CF card be performed on a clean, well-lit
surface.
• Loosen the captive screws securing the user access panel cover. The cover is
tethered to the VX7.
How To: Reflash using Keypress Method
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For information on identifying the platform version of your VX7, please see
“Identifying your VX7” in Chapter 2, “Physical Description and Layout”.
1. Place the PCMCIA adapter containing the CF card with new image files on it in the PCMCIA
slot next to the radio.
2. Double-click My Computer, then Storage Card folder.
3. Select NK.BIN, EBOOT.NB0, XSCALE.BIT. Select Edit | Copy.
4. Tap Back Arrow. Doubleclick \System folder.
5. Select Edit | Paste. When asked “Overwrite ?”, click Yes to All.
6. When the copy process finishes, remove the he PCMCIA adapter containing the CF card.
7. Select Start | Run and type Coldboot.
8. Select one of the options below, as appropriate:
Platform 1 VX7’s
• Wait for the “Loading system from ATA” toolbar to appear. When it does, press
and release the Power button. When the “Press power switch again for
confirmation” message appears, the Power button must be pressed and released in
the next three seconds to confirm the reload. If the Power button is not pressed
during the three second period, the operating system resumes loading.
Platform 2 VX7’s:
• Wait for the “Loading system from ATA” toolbar to appear. When it does, press
and release the “A” key. When the “confirmation” message appears, “Y” key must
be pressed and released in the next three seconds to confirm the reload. If the “Y”
key is not pressed during the three second period, the operating system resumes
loading.
