Step 6: Updates & Configuration
Time estimate: 15 minutes
What You'll Do
Run the system update to download the latest software and your included content, then set the table size so ball images display at the correct scale. Both steps are done from the Settings screen in the EZUI or the on-screen menu.
Before You Start
- Calibration is complete (Step 5)
- ICATS is connected to WiFi
- ICATS is running and the pool program is active
Run the System Update
Via EZUI
From the Settings screen in the EZUI on your phone or tablet, tap the "Update" button. ICATS will connect to the server, download the latest software version, and pull in all content included with your system.
The first update downloads a significant amount of content -- drill sets will flash across the table as they install. This can take several minutes. Let the process run to completion before doing anything else.
Powering off ICATS or disconnecting WiFi during the first update can leave content in a partial state. If this happens, the update can be run again from the Settings screen.
Via On-Screen Menu (keyboard)
If the EZUI is not available, right-click in the center of the table, select "Settings," and click "Update." Alternatively, if ICATS detects an available update on startup, it will display a prompt -- press "Y" on the keyboard to approve and begin the download.
Set Your Table Size
Via EZUI
From the Settings screen in the EZUI, tap the "Table Size" button and select your table size from the list. This setting ensures that ball images are drawn at the correct 2.25-inch diameter for your table.
Via On-Screen Menu (keyboard)
Right-click in the center of the table, select "Settings," and adjust the Table Size dropdown to match your table. Click the "X" in the upper right corner to close the menu when done.
The Table Size setting controls only how large ball images appear on screen. It does not affect calibration. You can change it at any time without recalibrating.
Confirm Both Steps Are Complete
Before moving to Step 7, confirm the following:
- Update completed -- drills are visible in the file list
- Table size is set to match your actual table (7', 8', or 9')
Troubleshooting
Common Issues
Update button does nothing or shows an error
Confirm WiFi is connected. Exit the pool program (press "Q"), check the WiFi icon at the bottom of the screen for connection status, reconnect if needed, then relaunch the pool program and try again.
Update has been running for more than 15 minutes
A slow connection can extend the first update. If the system appears frozen -- no drills flashing, no activity -- power-cycle ICATS and run the update again from Settings.
Ball images look too large or too small after setting table size
Double-check that the selected size matches your physical table. Table sizes are listed by their playing surface dimensions: 7' (39"x78"), 8' (44"x88"), and 9' (50"x100"). If images still look off after selecting the correct size, recalibrate from Step 5.
What's Next?
With the system updated and table size configured, ICATS is fully set up. Step 7 covers loading your first drill and starting your training.