A USB flash is used when OTA (over the air) update is not a viable option or a complete reflash of the firmware is required. 


If you would like to know the difference between an OTA and a USB firmware update, you can click on the link below. 

What is the different between OTA and USB drive firmware upgrade?


This is a full firmware installation and will erase any apps, settings or data stored in the display. Take precautions before resetting the unit.  


DO NOT remove the USB drive after the display boots up until after getting through the initial setup.


Full firmware files can be request by submitting a New Support Ticket

 

 

Instructions  

  1. Format a USB drive as FAT32 (For instructions on how to format a USB flash drive to FAT 32 please see link.) How to format USB Drive to FAT32
  2. Extract the following file to the root directory of the USB drive
    • IFP4320 extract 'MstarUpgrade_848.bin’
  3. Insert USB drive into the SMART USB port located on the underside of the ViewBoard


  4. Initiate Upgrade procedure


Methods to upgrade the firmware 

A.  Debug Menu Upgrade
B.  Power Key Upgrade (to use when the screen is blank or no access to debug menu) 

 

A.  Debug Menu Upgrade Procedure:

  1. Turn on the ViewBoard
  2. Using the remote control press INPUT 9 9 1. This will open the Factory Debug Menu
  3. Select Upgrade > Upgrade FW, select Enter to Confirm

The power LED will rapidly flash red and blue during the upgrade process. When finished, the panel will reboot to the out-of-box setup. The process will take approx. 4-5 minutes to complete. 

 
 

B. Power Key Upgrade (to use when the screen is blank or no access to debug menu)  

  1. Start with the ViewBoard off (Rocker Switch near power plug set to OFF)
  2. Press and hold the Power button and use the rocker switch to turn on the ViewBoard. Continue to hold down the POWER button until it starts to flash red and blue rapidly.   Then release. 

The power LED will rapidly flash red and blue during the upgrade process. When finished, the panel will reboot to the out-of-box setup. The process will take approx. 4-5 minutes to complete.