System and method for loading andor updating firmware in a device, e. When implemented within a system the invention includes a plurality of peripheral devices distributed within the structure where operation of a peripheral device modifies the environment of at least one region of the structure associated with the peripheral device. A novel polymeric compound can be used to form such a polymer film and a liquid-repellency treatment solution containing such a polymeric compound. Based on the preset pulse pattern, A-phase, B-phase and Z-phase pulses transitioning at the transition intervals are generated. The resin composition of the present invention can provide a polyamide composition having excellent impact resistance and excellent surface smoothness, and displaying only small dimensional changes after water absorption. The lock function can be selectively determined by placing the companion actuator into the desired first or second section of the actuator-engaging portion.