8. Firmware Upgrade
GeoVision will periodically release the updated firmware on the website. You can also find
the latest firmware from the Firmware folder in the Software CD. The new firmware can be
simply loaded into GV-DFR1352 by using
Update Utility
included in the Software CD.
Important Notes before You Start
Before you start updating the firmware, please read these important notes:
1. While the firmware is being updated, the power supply must not be interrupted.
2. Do not turn the power off within 10 minutes after the firmware is updated.
WARNING:
The interruption of power supply during updating causes not only update
failures but also damages to the device. In this case, please contact your sales
representative and send your device back to GeoVision for repair.
To upgrade firmware:
1. Insert the Software CD, and select
Run Firmware Update Utility
. This dialog box
appears.
2. Select the COM port of GV-DFR1352.
3. Click the
Browse
button to locate the firmware file (.img) saved at your local computer.
4. Click
Update
.
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5. The LED indicator should flash purple during the process of firmware upgrading. When
the process is complete, GV-DFR1352 will be sounded twice and the LED indicator will
change to green.