ProPlex IQ Tester LV - Software Update Guide - Firmware Version 1.1.0

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ProPlex IQ Tester LV - Software Update Guide - Firmware Version 1.1.0

Post by Logan » Mon Jan 11, 2021 1:17 pm

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ProPlex IQ Tester LV - Software Update Guide

ProPlex IQ Tester LV running any previous firmware versions after 1.0.1 are able to update firmware via USB interface

ProPlex IQ Tester LV running any previous firmware versions prior to v0.9.8 require Bootloader Update to prepare for newer versions of firmware.Instructions for doing so are on the forum HERE


For the update you need:
  • ProPlex IQ Tester LV
  • USB A to USB Micro Cable
  • Computer running Microsoft Windows 7 (or higher)
  • Version 1.1.0 – ProPlex IQ Tester LV Firmware file
    • .bin Firmware file (Download HERE)
    • NOTE: .bin file is password protected within .zip to prevent accidental bricking. Password can be found within the "README" file located in the download folder

Procedure for Firmware update:
  • Prepare for firmware update
    • Disconnect all cables and power down the ProPlex IQ Tester LV
    • Close all applications running on PC
  • Hold keys [UP] and [DOWN] on ProPlex IQ Tester LV and connect USB cable
    • Device will be recognized as a USB drive in Explorer (e.g., USB Drive (E:))
    • LCD Screen will display further instructions
    • Copy *.bin firmware file from desktop location to root folder of the USB drive location
  • Press [LEFT] to verify firmware file
  • Press [UP] to flash new firmware – wait for progress bar to finish
  • Press [DOWN] to boot new firmware

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