What are the steps involved in updating the software for both devices? (uAvionix EXP Wi-Fi Module User Guide)

Answer

manuals.plus

Nov 02, 2025 - 10:30 AM

Updating the firmware for the uAvionix AV-Link EXP Wi-Fi Module and the AV-30 unit is essential to ensure optimal performance and access to the latest features. Here are the detailed steps for updating the software for both devices:

**Updating AV-Link Firmware:**

1. Power on the AV-30 unit and wait for it to fully boot up.

2. Connect a PC to the AV-Link Wi-Fi Network (AV_XXXX).

3. Open a web browser and navigate to the AV-Link homepage using the appropriate URL based on the firmware version:

- For Version 0.2.39 or earlier: Use 192.168.4.1

- For Version 0.3.0 or later: Use 192.168.5.1

4. On the AV-Link homepage, go to the Firmware Update Page in the Settings box.

5. Choose the update file by selecting "Choose File" and then selecting the downloaded AV-30 firmware.

6. Start the update process by clicking on "Start Update."

7. Do not power off the unit or close the web browser until the update is complete.

8. The AV-30 unit will remain on during the update process.

9. After the update is complete, verify the firmware version by visiting 192.168.5.1.

**Updating AV-30 Firmware:**

1. Power on the AV-30 unit and allow it to boot fully.

2. Connect a PC to the AV-Link Wi-Fi Network (AV_XXXX).

3. Open a web browser and navigate to the AV-Link homepage using the URL 192.168.5.1.

4. Select "AV Firmware Update" at the bottom of the page.

5. Choose the update file by selecting "Choose File" and then selecting the downloaded AV-30 firmware.

6. Initiate the update by clicking on "Start Update."

7. Do not power off the unit or close the web browser until the update is complete. The AV-30 unit will reboot.

8. During the update, the AV-30 screen will be black, but it will reboot, and the webpage will display an update complete message.

9. After the AV-30 reboots, the AV-Link homepage will be shown.

Following these steps will ensure that both the uAvionix AV-Link EXP Wi-Fi Module and the AV-30 unit are running the latest firmware versions for optimal performance and functionality.