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Upgrading your Ventura to Software Version V2.0.13a

WARNING: You must have the latest Ventura HUD EPROM(s) (labeled VHUD 2.1 10-3-99) for this software to operate. These are available direct from Celco Limited.

Follow the instructions on-screen to download the Ventura V2.0.13a software file to a PC running Microsoft Windows 3.1, 3.11 or Microsoft Windows 95 or 98.

  1. Locate the file on your computer using Windows Explorer or File Manager.
  2. Run the file by double clicking the V2_0_13a.exe icon or file name or by typing a path to the file using the "run" command from the Start menu. This will create the directory structure C:\Celco\Ventura\V2_0_13a\ and the new Ventura software file, V_BOOT.bin.
  3. Copy V_BOOT.bin to a clean, DOS formatted floppy disk.
  4. Ensure that the console is powered OFF, the floppy disk drive is connected (external versions only) and a monitor is attached to the HUD monitor output.
  5. Insert the floppy disk in the console's floppy disk drive (Ventura must still be powered down (OFF)).
  6. Switch the console on and wait until the HUD screen display normalises.
  7. Press the following sequence of soft function buttons below the right-hand LCD display: [I/O], [DISC], [FIRMWARE], [1], [2], [3].
  8. Wait while the firmware file is copied from the disk into temporary storage in the console. While this process is taking place various information will appear in the right hand LCD of the Ventura confirming that the upgrade operation is executing:
    First, the message "B2" will appear followed by "B3" alternating with "B4" in the bottom left hand corner.
    Next, the HUD (monitor) will show "Reading Boot File" with a figure indicating progress from 0% to 100%.
  9. Wait while the console updates its firmware from temporary storage. At this stage the right-hand LCD will display "D7" in the bottom left hand corner. DO NOT SWITCH THE POWER OFF DURING THIS CRITICAL PHASE, OR THE CONSOLE'S FIRMWARE WILL BE CORRUPTED.
  10. After the process is complete the console will automatically re-boot (start). Wait until the right hand LCD displays "V2.0.13a".
    If you have just upgraded from any version 2 (for example V2.0.1 or V2.0.7a V2.anything), your console is now ready to use: do not follow step 11-14.
    If you have just upgraded from any version 1 (for example V1.5a or V1.anything), your HUD EPROM needs to be changed: follow steps 11-14.
  11. Turn the console over onto a soft surface (e.g. inside the flightcase, or on several layers of bubble-wrap). Alternatively support the console ends to ensure that no pressure is applied to the console faders and rotary wheels. Remove the screws to the base tray.
  12. Lift the base tray at the front edge of the console, taking care not to pull the ribbon cable that connects the HUD circuit board on the base tray with the main circuit boards.
  13. Replace the HUD EPROM(s) with new one(s) marked "VHUD 2.1 10-3-99". Make sure the notch on the end of the EPROM is facing away from the edge of the HUD board.
  14. Re-attach the base tray, ensuring all cables are secure. Switch on the console, your
    Ventura is now ready for use.

Additional Documentation:
PSB008 - Installing HUD EPROMs in a Ventura Console
Product Support Bulletin PSB008 covers the installation of new EPROMs in a Ventura HUD. As
it contains a line drawing of the circuit cards and EPROM layout, many users will find it
especially useful.

PSB007 - Installing new software in a Ventura Console
Product Support Bulletin PSB007 describes how to install new software in a Ventura console.
Users requiring a print out of the above README text may prefer to use this document in
preference to following the notes above.

PSB 012 - Ventura Software Release V2.0.1 Overview
Product Support Bulletin PSB012 describes the main features and enhancements in Ventura
Software Release V2.0.1

I401gb4 - Ventura Manual Addendum
The Manual Addendum I401gb4 explains how to use the main features and enhancements in
Ventura Software Release V2.0.1

I383gb1d - Ventura Operators Manual
The original Operators Manual contains many drawings, explanations and technical performance
details. However, as Ventura now contains many new features the original manual must be read
in conjunction with the latest Manual Addendum.

I407gb2 - Ventura Quick Start Guide
A Quick Start guide, designed to get a Ventura up and running in the shortest possible time,
has been produced for both the first time, or experienced, user.

To download please select the required version:-

[PREVIOUS] Version 2.0.13a Full Release
IMPORTANT - The attached README.txt file contains important information regarding the upgrade of your Ventura. Please download and read this file before attempting to upgrade your console. README.txt
Version 2.0.1 Full Release prior 16.03.99


Download these files too:

Description Publication No Issue File Size Download
Ventura 2 Manual Addendum I401GB4 4 29KB Download
Ventura V2.0.1 Software Release Overview PSB012 33KB Download
Ventura software upgrade procedure PSB007 46KB Download
Ventura HUD Firmware Upgrade Procedure PSB008 184KB Download
IMPORTANT - The attached README.txt file contains important information regarding the upgrade of your Ventura. Please download and read this file before attempting to upgrade your console. README.txt 6KB Download

 

Upgrading your Ventura to Software Version V3.1

!! IMPORTANT !!

Old show data may not be used on this new version (also NOT data from previous 3.1-Bx beta versions). Some data will not be loaded from older versions due to some major changes in the lamp structure.

- The lamp library is enlarged and updated
- The focus channel has moved to the position palette (seperaste focus for every single lamp on every position)

WARNING: You must have the latest Ventura HUD EPROM(s) (labeled VHUD 2.1 10-3-99) for this software to operate – these should have been installed as part of the V2.0.1 upgrade. If you have not installed the Ventura HUD EPROM(s) they can be obtained direct from Celco Limited.

Follow the instructions on-screen to download the Ventura V3.1  software file to a PC running Microsoft Windows 3.1, 3.11 or Microsoft Windows 95 or 98.

  1. Locate the file on your computer using Windows Explorer or File Manager.
  2. Run the file by double clicking the V3_1.exe icon or file name or by typing a path to the file using the "run" command from the Start menu. This will create the directory structure C:\Celco\Ventura\V3_1\ and the new Ventura software file, V_BOOT.bin.
  3. Copy V_BOOT.bin to a clean, DOS formatted floppy disk.
  4. Ensure that the console is powered OFF, the floppy disk drive is connected (external versions only) and a monitor is attached to the HUD monitor output.
  5. Insert the floppy disk in the console's floppy disk drive (Ventura must still be powered down (OFF)).
  6. Switch the console on and wait until the HUD screen display normalises.
  7. Press the following sequence of soft function buttons below the right-hand LCD display: [I/O], [DISC], [FIRMWARE], [1], [2], [3].
  8. Wait while the firmware file is copied from the disk into temporary storage in the console. While this process is taking place various information will appear in the right hand LCD of the Ventura confirming that the upgrade operation is executing:
    First, the message "B2" will appear followed by "B3" alternating with "B4" in the bottom left hand corner.
    Next, the HUD (monitor) will show "Reading Boot File" with a figure indicating progress from 0% to 100%.
  9. Wait while the console updates its firmware from temporary storage. At this stage the right-hand LCD will display "D7" in the bottom left hand corner. DO NOT SWITCH THE POWER OFF DURING THIS CRITICAL PHASE, OR THE CONSOLE'S FIRMWARE WILL BE CORRUPTED.
  10. After the process is complete the console will automatically re-boot (start) and the console is ready for use.

      Updating the HUD EPROM(s) (Should not be necessary if updating from V2.0.1 or higher)
      New HUD EPROM(s) marked "VHUD 2.1 10-3-99" should have been installed when upgrading the Ventura software to V2.0.1. If for some reason this was not performed new EPROM(s) must be obtained direct from Celco Limited.

      Before installing the EPROM(s) follow steps (1) to (10) above.

  1. When the right hand LCD displays "V3.1", switch the console off.
  2. Turn the console over onto a soft surface (e.g. inside the flightcase, or on several layers of bubble-wrap). Alternatively support the console ends to ensure that no pressure is applied to the console faders and rotary wheels. Remove the screws to the base tray.
  3. Lift the base tray at the front edge of the console, taking care not to pull the ribbon cable that connects the HUD circuit board on the base tray with the main circuit boards.
  4. Replace the HUD EPROM(s) with new one(s) marked "VHUD 2.1 10-3-99". Make sure the notch on the end of the EPROM is facing away from the edge of the HUD board.
  5. Re-attach the base tray, ensuring all cables are secure. Switch on the console, your Ventura is now ready for use.

Additional Documentation:

PSB008 - Installing HUD EPROMs in a Ventura Console
Product Support Bulletin PSB008 covers the installation of new EPROMs in a Ventura HUD. As it contains a line drawing of the circuit cards and EPROM layout, many users will find it especially useful.

PSB007 - Installing new software in a Ventura Console
Product Support Bulletin PSB007 describes how to install new software in a Ventura console. Users requiring a print out of the above README text may prefer to use this document in preference to following the notes above.

I401gb4 - Ventura Manual Addendum
The Manual Addendum I401gb4 explains how to use the main features and enhancements in Ventura Software Release V2.0.1

I383gb1d - Ventura Operators Manual
The original Operators Manual contains many drawings, explanations and technical performance details. However, as Ventura now contains many new features the original manual must be read in conjunction with the latest Manual Addendum.

I407gb2 - Ventura Quick Start Guide
A Quick Start guide, designed to get a Ventura up and running in the shortest possible time, has been produced for both the first time, or experienced, user.

To download please select the required version:-

[LATEST] Version 3.1.3a Full Release
IMPORTANT - The attached READM3_1.txt file contains important information regarding the upgrade of your Ventura. Please download and read this file before attempting to upgrade your console. README3_1_1a.txt


Download these files too:

Description Publication No Issue File Size Download
Ventura V3.1 , Software Release Overview release3_1_1a.txt 4 KB Download
Ventura V3.1 Manual venturamanual3_1.pdf 3404 KB Download