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10. Firmware Update
10.1. Backward Compatibility
Up to 1.2.0 firmware version, the firmware packages are in .lfp format (LFP1 file), the update can be done
with Lightware Device Updater v1 (LDU1) software.
Above 1.2.0 firmware version, the firmware package format is .lfp2 (LFP2 file) the update can be done with
Lightware Device Updater v2 (LDU2) software.
ATTENTION!
While the firmware is being updated, the normal operation mode is suspended, as the device
is switched to bootload mode. The firmware update process has an effect on the configuration and the
settings of the device.
10.2. Introduction
Lightware Device Updater v2 (LDU2) software is the second generation of the LFP-
based (Lightware Firmware Package) firmware update process.
DIFFERENCE:
This software can be used for uploading the packages with LFP2
extension only. LDU2 is not suitable for using LFP files, please use the LDU
software for that firmware update.
10.3. Preparation
Most Lightware devices can be controlled over several interfaces (e.g. Ethernet, USB, RS-232). But the
firmware can be updated usually over one dedicated interface, which is the Ethernet in most cases.
If you want to update the firmware of one or more devices you need the following:
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LFP2 file,
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LDU2 software installed on your PC or Mac.
Both can be downloaded from www.lightware.com/downloads.
Optionally, you can download the release notes file in HTML format.
10.3.1. About the Firmware Package (LFP2 File)
All necessary tools and binary files are packed into the LFP2 package file. You need only this file to do the
update on your device.
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This allows the use of the same LFP2 package for different devices.
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The package contains all the necessary components, binary, and other files.
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The release notes is included in the LFP2 file, which is displayed in the window where you select the
firmware package file in LDU2.
10.3.2. LDU2 Installation
ATTENTION!
Minimum system requirement: 2 GB RAM. The minimum screen resolution is 1600x900.
ATTENTION!
Certain ports are used for the communication in the background; please check the list in the
Applied Ports (Network Settings)
section.
INFO:
The Windows, Mac and Linux applications have the same look and functionality.
Download the software from www.lightware.com/downloads.
MX2 Standalone Matrix Switcher series – User's Manual
Installation in case of Windows OS
Run the installer. If the User Account Control displays a pop-up message, click Yes.
Installation Modes
The installer can update only this instance
One updateable instance may exist for all users
ATTENTION!
INFO:
installing the new one.
Installation in case of macOS
LDU
LDU2
Mount the DMG file by double clicking on it, and drag the LDU2 icon over the Applications
icon to copy the program into the Applications folder. If you want to copy LDU2 into another
location, just drag the icon over the desired folder.
ATTENTION!
added to the exceptions of the blocked software for the proper operation.
INFO:
Installation in case of Linux
Step 1. Download the archive file (tar.gz) from
Step 2. Run the install_ldu2.sh file in the temp folder. The script will install LDU2 into the
Step 3. The folder above will contain this file: LightwareDeviceUpdaterV2.sh that can be used
Applied firmware package: v1.9.0 | LDC software: v2.6.2b3
Normal install
Available for Windows, macOS and Linux
Many different versions can be installed for all users
Using the default Normal install is highly recommended.
If you have a previously installed version, you will be prompted to remove the old version before
Please check the firewall settings on the macOS device. LDC needs to be
This type of installer is equal to the Normal install of Windows.
www.lightware.com
folder.
following folder: HOME/.local/share/lightware/ldu2.
to start LDU2.
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Snapshot install
Available for Windows only
Cannot be updated
and unpack it to a temp
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