VC-B30U Firmware Upgrade

Warning: Before upgrade, please check FW version of unit and update the FW accordingly.

* VHH_VHG_VHS_VHI_VHK cannot upgrade to VAF_VAE_VHS_VAD_VAX due to the hardware limitation.

FW Check

Check FW version via:

• OSD Menu: [Status] > [FW version] on the last page.
• [USB PTZ Camera Controller] software: [Advance] > [FW version]

Description of the 'USB PTZ Camera Controller' software interface showing fields for Live Preview, Resolution, Capture, Preset, Exposure, White Balance, Auto Focus, Export, Import, and the FW version display.

Version Difference

1 Device and Tool Preparation

Please prepare the following devices and tools before FW upgrade:

• VC Model: The VC camera unit.
• PC with a RS232 port or Laptop: For running the firmware update software.
• Mini Din-RS232 cable: Connects the VC camera to the PC/Laptop. (Description: 9Pin D-Sub Female to 8P in Mini Din Male)
• RS232-USB cable: Required if connecting with a laptop that lacks a serial port.
• Monitor: To view the camera output.
• Power adapter and power cord: To power the VC camera.

Description of images showing a VC camera, a desktop PC, a laptop, a Mini Din-RS232 cable, an RS232-USB cable, a monitor, and a power adapter with cord.

2 Connections for FW Upgrade

Note: Supported Operating Systems: Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10. The VC FW cannot be upgraded through MAC OS.

2.1 Connect the VC camera (RS232 Port) with a PC

Connect the VC camera's RS232 port to a PC using an RS232 cable. Description of a diagram showing a VC camera's rear panel with RS232 port connected via an RS232 cable to a PC.

2.2 Connect the VC camera (RS232 Port) with a laptop

Need 2 cables: RS232 cable and RS232-USB cable. Connect the VC camera's RS232 port to the laptop using the RS232 cable and the RS232-USB cable. Description of a diagram showing a VC camera's rear panel connected via an RS232 cable and an RS232-USB cable to a laptop.

3 FW Update

3.1 Download Firmware Tool

Please download the [Firmware Download Tool] from the Lumens website.

3.2 Launch the Application

Launch the [VC-B30U_Download_AP].

Description of the 'VC-B30U Download AP version 1.06' software interface, showing checkboxes for Master, USB, Motor, CM, DSP, with 'Browse' buttons next to each, a 'Ready' status indicator, a ComPort selection dropdown, and a 'Process' button.

3.3 Browse and select proper FW file

• Check the box for each component you wish to update. (Uncheck the box if no update is needed for a specific FW file.)
• Refer to section 3, 'Current FW version check', to verify the FW in the unit and ensure you are upgrading with the same FW identified code.

Description of the 'VC-B30U Download AP version 1.06' interface with file paths populated for Master, USB, Motor, CM, and DSP, and checkboxes selected.

3.4 Select ComPort and Start Process

Select the correct [ComPort] from the dropdown menu, and then press [Process] to start the firmware update.

Description of the 'VC-B30U Download AP version 1.06' interface highlighting the ComPort selection and the 'Process' button.

3.5 FW Update in Progress

The FW update will start. This process typically takes around 5 minutes for all five FW components.

Description of the 'VC-B30U Download AP version 1.06' interface showing a progress indicator, e.g., '7% Processing...', and the 'Process' button.

3.6 Restart the Unit

After the FW update is complete, please unplug and reconnect the power cord to restart the unit.

3.7 Apply Factory Reset

Apply the factory reset to the camera:

• Via Menu: Navigate to [System] > [Factory Reset].
• Via Software: In the [USB PTZ Camera Controller] software, go to [Advance] > [Factory Reset].

Description of the 'USB PTZ Camera Controller' software interface highlighting the 'Factory Reset' button within the 'Advance' menu or property page.