AC-SC-1X Firmware Updates Version 1.01.06.0

Newest firmware for the AC-SC-1X:

Ver 1.01.06.0

      - Added the HDMI Stream Mode Command

            - This command manipulates the HDMI 5V on the desired output of the Device. If TMDS/FRL Video is not present, the device will pull HDMI 5V Low.

            - SET HDMI STREAM MODEx         : Set HDMI Stream Mode{x=[0~1](0=Always On,1=Follow Input Signal)

            - GET HDMI STREAM MODE          : Get HDMI Stream Mode Status

      - Added the ability to manipulate the HDMI SPD Infoframe (Source Product Descriptor)

            -  SET OUTx SPD DATA z           : Set User SPD Data To  Outputx{x=[0-2](0=ALL),z=[SPD Data(25 Bytes)]

            - GET OUTx SPD DATA             : Get Output x User SPD Data{x=[0-2](0=ALL)]

Ver 1.01.04.0

      - Resolved Video Output issue with select TMDS Sources

Ver 1.01.02.0

      - Support for 4 block EDIDs when using Passthrough and Copy
      - Added EDID Blend to the EDID Select Menu OUT1 Loop OUT2 Scale
            - MIX O1A O2V (OUT1 AUDIO OUT2 VIDEO)
            - MIX O2A O1V (OUT2 AUDIO OUT1 VIDEO)

      - Added Test Pattern Enable/Disable to the front menu
      - Added Firmware Version to the front menu

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 (direct download link here)

1. Connect your PC directly to the USB-C POWER / CTRL port on the AC-SC-1X using the USB-A to USB-C cable (your PC will power the AC-SC-1X). 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 SC-1X 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 SC-1X (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.

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The firmware file will be loaded into the Open Firmware file field with the following information under Messages:

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 SC-1X is now up to date on its firmware and is safe to disconnect from your PC and power.

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