.. comment Copyright 2021-2022 Evolabel AB. All Rights Reserved
           Author: Henrik Bohre

.. _compatibility-index:

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Compatibility Guide
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.. _firmware-compatibility:

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Firmware Compatibility
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Use this guide to ensure that you download the correct firmware to your printer.


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    Hardware, G1 Software, G2 Software
    :ref:`cpu_g3_se`, --, `≥ 0.29.0 <http://docs.evolabel.com/ui/development/changelog.html>`_
    :ref:`cpu_g3_pe`, --, `≥ 0.28.0 <http://docs.evolabel.com/ui/development/changelog.html>`_
    :ref:`cpu_g2`, Trusty/Hardy versions, `≤ 0.29.8 <http://docs.evolabel.com/ui/development/changelog.html>`_
    :ref:`cpu_g1`, Hardy versions, --


.. _cpu_g3_se:

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CPU G3 SE (Standard Edition)
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.. image:: /media/hardware/cpug3_se.png
    :width: 200
    :align: right


This CPU Unit is distinguished by the all black aluminum case and
the orange field that frames the computer connectors.
It has only one network port, and an HDMI video interface.


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    :widths: 20, 40

    **Lifecycle Status**, :green:`Active`. Recommended for new installations.
    **Software Compatibility**, "G2 software from 0.29.0 and newer.
    Check the `changelog <http://docs.evolabel.com/ui/development/changelog.html>`_
    for the latest G2 release."

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.. _cpu_g3_pe:

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CPU G3 (Plus Edition)
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.. image:: /media/hardware/cpug3_pe.png
    :width: 200
    :align: right

This CPU Unit is distinguished by the all black aluminum case and a front panel
with dual network ports, USB-C, and a DisplayPort (DP++) video interface.


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    :widths: 20, 40

    **Lifecycle Status**, :green:`Active`. Recommended for new installations.
    **Software Compatibility**, "G2 software from 0.28.0 and newer.
    Check the `changelog <http://docs.evolabel.com/ui/development/changelog.html>`_
    for the latest G2 release."


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.. _cpu_g2:

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CPU G2
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.. image:: /media/hardware/cpug2.png
    :width: 200
    :align: right


This CPU Unit has a galvanized sheet metal case with dual CAN connectors.

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    :widths: 20, 40

    **Lifecycle Status**, :red:`Obsolete`
    **Software Compatibility**, "G2 software ≤ 0.29.8.
    Check the `changelog <http://docs.evolabel.com/ui/development/changelog.html>`_
    for the latest compatible G2 release. Can also run G1 software [1]_.
    "

In order to switch between software generations, the CPU unit needs to be reimaged.
If you are sure that this is what you want, you can follow one of the guides below:

- `Upgrade from G1 to G2 <https://docs.evolabel.com/ui/latest/faq/index.html#how-do-i-upgrade-from-g1-to-g2-software>`_.
- `Downgrade from G2 to G1 <https://docs.evolabel.com/ui/latest/faq/index.html#how-do-i-downgrade-to-g1>`_


.. _cpu_g1:

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CPU G1
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.. image:: /media/hardware/cpug1.png
    :width: 200
    :align: right

This CPU Unit has a galvanized sheet metal case with four CAN connectors.

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    :widths: 20, 40

    **Lifecycle Status**, :red:`Obsolete`
    **Software Compatibility**, "Only compatible with G1 Hardy software.
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.. [1] `Download Latest G1 Trusty Release <http://downloads.evolabel.com/firmware/autolabel-marker-testing_20200916-173009.trusty.tar.gz>`_

.. _applicator-compatibility:

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Applicator Compatibility
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    :widths: 30, 10, 25, 25
    :header-rows: 1

    Applicator, Printer, CPU Generation, Software Generation
    Belt, D/T 4", All, All
    Belt G2, D/T 4", ≥ CPU G2, G2 Software
    Blow, D 4", All, All
    BlowVac, All, All, All
    eTamp (Legacy), All, All, All
    eTamp G2, All, ≥ CPU G2, All
    eWipe/eWipe90 (Legacy), All, ≥ CPU G2, All
    FlexWipe, D/T 6", ≥ CPU G2, G2 Software (some support in G1)
    FlexWipe (Single Cable), D/T 6", CPU G3, G2 Software
    FlexWipe 500, D/T 6", CPU G3, G2 Software
    Pluck, D 4", All, All
    QuickTamp, All, ≥ CPU G2, G2 Software
    Tamp G1 (CAN cable), All, All, All
    Tamp G2, All, CPU G3, G2 Software
    Wipe L, All, CPU G1, G1 Software
    Wipe/Wipe90 G2, All, ≥ CPU G2, All


.. _peripheral-compatibility:

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Peripheral Compatibility
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    :header-rows: 1

    Applicator, CPU Generation, Software Generation
    Control Panel, All, All
    Distance Sensor (QuickTamp), ≥ CPU G2, G2 Software
    Motorized Stand, ≥ CPU G2, All
    Motorized Stand XL, ≥ CPU G2, G2 Software
    Partial Pallet Sensor (Motorized Stand XL), ≥ CPU G2, G2 Software
    Pneumatic Printer Stand, CPU G1/G2, G1 Software
    Pneumatic Product Aligner, CPU G1/G2, G1 Software
    Scale Support, CPU G1/G2, G1 Software
    Scanner (Datalogic Matrix Series), ≥ CPU G2, G2 Software
    Scanner (Datalogic Legacy), ≥ CPU G2, G2 Software
    Scanner (Leuze DCR Series), ≥ CPU G2, G2 Software
    Scanner (Keyence BL-1300 Series), ≥ CPU G2, G2 Software
    Scanner (SICK CoLa A), ≥ CPU G2, G2 Software
    Timer Outputs, CPU G1/G2, G1 Software

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Monitor and Cable Compatibility
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The document `New touch screens displays S101440 - S101417 (Product description) <https://drive.google.com/file/d/14-i7HEmEA3IKrhJfCcGapMzOZoxzYrfo/view?usp=sharing>`_.
describes the different touch screens, cables and adapters provided by Evolabel.
It also informs about the compatibility between CPU units, cables and touch screens.