AC-EX150-BR Firmware Release

Newest firmware for the AC-EX150-BR:

Main MCU Ver 1.4.00.0

ENHANCEMENTS

      - Added video output timing support for 1080P@100Hz and 1080P@120Hz.

BUG FIXES

      - Resolved CEC Bypass Control.

      - Resolved video inconsistency error when switching from 1080P60Hz to 4K@30Hz

      - Resolved 5V remaining high when in MODE2 of the following command:

            SET HP OUT 5V MODEx

            {x=[1,2](1=HDMI Output 5V Always High, 2=HDMI Output 5V Follows Transmitter 5V Input)

Requirements:
- Windows PC
- USB-A to USB-C data cable for direct serial connection
- Firmware FWM file and Uploader (see attachments at the bottom of this page)
- CH340 USB Serial Driver and Serial Communicator (direct download link here)

1. Connect your PC directly to the ISP / CTRL port on the AC-EX150-BT using the USB-A to USB-C cable. Download and install the CH340 USB Serial Driver onto your PC using the link above.

2. Right-click on the Windows Start button and select Device Manager.

Then select the Ports (COM & LPT) drop-down menu and locate the port labeled USB-SERIAL CH340 (COMx) to confirm the AC-EX150-BT is connected to the PC.

3. Open the Firmware Uploader V1.25.

Select the correct COM, Baud: 57600, and select the Open button  to open the port.

The Status will now show as Connected in green text with COMx connect success under Messages.

4. Select the Get Version button to see the current firmware version on the AC-EX150-BR (note: screenshot below is only an example and may not display the exact version).

5. Select the file button  to load the firmware file. Make sure to select the correct firmware file for the device you are currently updating.

The firmware file will be loaded into the Open Firmware file field with the following information under Messages: (note: screenshot below is only an example and may not display the exact information).

6. Select the Upgrade button to start the firmware update. The loading bar will pause at 99% for a few seconds before automatically rebooting the unit. Do not use the ForceUpgrade button. If the Uploader is not updating firmware for any reason, please contact AVPro Edge Tech Support to assist in troubleshooting your SC-1X.

7. Once the loading bar reaches 100%, use the Get Version button again to ensure the new firmware version is correct (note: screenshot below is only an example and may not display the exact version).

8. Select the Close button  to close the port, then select the X at the top to exit the Uploader. The AC-EX150-BR is now up to date on its firmware and is safe to disconnect from your PC.

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