: Select "Create firmware upgrade card" (for SD/CompactFlash cards) or "Upgrade on terminal" (via Ethernet/Serial).
It updates the ME Runtime , allowing the terminal to run .mer (Machine Edition Runtime) files compiled for version 6.0. Installation Process (Write-up)
The file is a firmware update package specifically for the Allen-Bradley PanelView Plus (PVP) 700 through 1500 series terminals . This specific version (6.05) corresponds to FactoryTalk View Machine Edition (ME) 6.0 firmware. Summary of the Update 6.05.10110-PVP.rar
: Once a terminal is upgraded to v6.05, it can run runtime files created for version 6.0 and earlier (backwards compatible), but not those created for v7.0 or higher.
To apply this firmware, you typically use the (FUW) provided by Rockwell Automation: : Select "Create firmware upgrade card" (for SD/CompactFlash
: Firmware 6.x and higher typically requires the terminal to have sufficient RAM (usually 128MB or more). Older units with 64MB RAM may struggle or be incompatible with v6.x firmware.
: Follow the prompts to transfer the files. The terminal will reboot several times. Do not remove power during this process, as it can brick the unit. Important Considerations This specific version (6
: Extract the contents of the .rar file to a known directory on your PC.
