AC7 (LCD) Firmware Update Instructions

For Use With the Following AC7 (LCD) Models ONLY:

AC7 (AC7-LCD)

AC7-SDI (AC7-LCD-SDI)

ATTN: There are 2 different sets of firmware for the AC7 LCD. If your monitor has a D in the serial number you need the firmware at the bottom of the page.
The name of the firmware version will end in “D”.

Firmware (Click Link To Download)	Issues Addressed	Release Date
AC7-LCD-4-0-3 For AC7 LCD’s with Serial numbers in this format AC7-0XXXX	Improved black level on SDI Added more image flip options V flip and HV flip Locked contrast during false color use to improve exposure assist accuracy. Changing presets no longer causes menu to open False color accuracy improved More accurate auto-scaling Preset functionality improved Focus in color feature more accurate Other minor bug fixes	4/19/2013
AC7-LCD-3-1-1 For AC7 LCD’s with Serial numbers in this format AC7-0XXXX	Initial release	12/31/2012
	For Monitors with “D” in the serial#
AC7-LCD-4-0-3D Firmware For AC7 LCD’s with Serial numbers in this format AC7-DXXXX	Initial release for AC7-LCD monitors with the Letter D as the first character in their serial number (Shipped after 6/6/13)	6/6/13

Instructions:

ATTN: Reset the monitor to factory defaults: Select MENU > SYSTEM > FACTORY RESET

USB Drive: It is recommended that you use a drive that is 2GB or less and formatted FAT32.

NOTE: The drive should ONLY contain only ONE *.bin file. ALWAYS delete the old *.bin from the USB drive before making the next update. You may have other files on the drive, but only one *.bin file.

To View Installed Firmware Version: MENU > MISC > VERSION

Update Process

Insert FAT32 formatted USB drive into your PC or Mac.
Remove/Delete any existing .bin file.
Download the desired Firmware version from the list above.
Copy the *.bin file to the USB drive. The file must NOT be in a folder.
Safely eject the USB drive from the PC/Mac.
Power Off the AC7.
Insert the USB drive into the USB adapter cable that was included with your AC7.
Plug the USB cable into the AC7 Mini-USB port.
While pressing down on the AC7 scroll wheel, Power ON the AC7.
Once white text appears on the black screen, you may stop pressing the thumb wheel.

If the AC7 gets stuck during the "Verification" process for more than 4 minutes, the update has successfully completed and you may proceed to the next step.

When prompted, switch the AC7 OFF, remove the USB cable, and then Power On the AC7.
Reset the monitor to factory defaults: Select MENU > SYSTEM > FACTORY RESET

Your AC7 has been updated!

You may install the firmware in any order, however you may ONLY have one *.bin file on the drive at one time. If you experience any problems please contact us using the support form at www.smallhd.com/support

Important: Be careful NOT to lose power during the update process. We recommend you use the AC adapter or a fully charged battery. If the AC7 powers OFF during the software update BEFORE the VERIFY begins, you will have a blank monitor. You should be able to restore everything by successfully completing the Firmware Update. However, should your monitor need to be sent back for repair, associated shipping and repair costs are not covered by the AC7's warranty.