Firmware update
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Alvium CSI-2 Cameras User Guide V2.8.1
Please note
You should update firmware only to change camera functions or fix known issues.
Consider
: Any firmware update may not only add new features to a camera or fix
known issues. It may also replace previous features or change camera
characteristics. See firmware release notes for details.
Preparing firmware updates
To update the firmware, the Vimba Suite must be downloaded completely.
1. Download and install
Vimba Suite
.
2. Download the firmware (AVF file).
3. Connect your Alvium camera to the embedded board.
4. Execute VimbaFirmwareUpdater.elf file.
The
Vimba Firmware Updater
window opens, displaying your camera and the
installed firmware version.
Keep the camera connected
• Keep the camera and the computer running while you are executing a
firmware update.
• If the camera is powered down during firmware update, the camera firmware
may get into a non-functional state.
Use only suitable firmware
If unsuitable firmware is used, the camera may get into a non-functional state.
• Only update to newer versions. Do not downgrade firmware to an older
version, unless this has been explicitly communicated.
• We recommend updating the firmware to the next increment version only.
Skipping versions may cause issues.
Downloads
• For
Vimba Suite
• For firmware updates, see
www.alliedvision.com/en/support/firmware
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