Applies to:
- LDM
- LDS138
- LDP
This instruction guide describes the process for updating both the Android system firmware and HDMI chip firmware on the ViewSonic DvLED displays using a USB thumb drive.
IMPORTANT NOTES: - Do NOT power off the display during any update. - Do NOT disconnect AC power during the update. - Do NOT remove the USB thumb drive until the upgrade completes. - Interrupting the update may corrupt firmware and render the unit unusable.
Required Materials
- FAT32-formatted USB thumb drive (How to format a USB Drive to FAT32)
- The update.img file for Android firmware
- The update_HDMI.bin file for HDMI chip firmware
Instructions:
Part 1: Android System Firmware Update
- Copy the update.img file to the root directory (not inside any folder) to a FAT32 formatted USB drive.
- Ensure the display is powered ON and insert the USB thumb drive into the designated USB port within the system control box.

- On the display, navigate to:
- Settings → System → About → Local System Updates → Android System → Confirm

- The Power LED will flash red/green alternately.
- The upgrade process takes approximately 5 minutes.
- The display will automatically restart after the update.
- Settings → System → About → Local System Updates → Android System → Confirm
- After rebooting, navigate to:
- Settings → About → Update Monitor / HDMI Chip Firmware
- Confirm the displayed version matches the expected firmware revision.
Part 2: HDMI Chip Firmware Update
- Copy the update_HDMI.bin file to the root directory.
- Insert USB thumb drive into the designated USB port on the display.
- On the display, navigate to:
- Settings → System → About → Local System Updates → HDMI Chip → Confirm
- Once the HDMI update finishes, the display will automatically power OFF.
- Settings → System → About → Local System Updates → HDMI Chip → Confirm
- Power the unit back ON.
- Navigate to:
- Settings → About → Update Monitor / HDMI Chip Firmware
- Verify the firmware version is correct.
For additional questions, please contact ViewSonic's Support by submitting a support ticket HERE or by Phone: US: 800-688-6688, CAN: 866-463-4775. ViewSonic’s call center hours: M-F, 6 AM - 6 PM PST.