User's Guide

How to Improve Performance
6.2 Upgrading the Firmware
The L-HR1 Reader has the capability to have firmware upgrades. This feature allows you to protect
your investment by upgrading your L-HR1 Reader when an enhanced chip-decoding algorithm or
new chip drivers become available.
Upgrading the Firmware of the L-HR1 Reader is a straightforward operation.
1. Install the S002 Explorer software tool on your PC. (Compatible with Windows® 9x, NT®,
2000 and XP operating systems.)
2. Connect the L-HR1 Reader to the serial port of your PC and switch on the L-HR1 Reader.
3. Run the S002 Explorer software tool.
4. If the L-HR1 Reader is not detected (error message), adjust the communication settings for
the L-HR1 Reader.
a. In the Settings menu, open Communication Settings and select the communication
port that is connected to the L-HR1 Reader.
Figure 13: Adjusting Communication Settings
5. In the Info menu, select About S002 Explorer and enter the access key provided with the
firmware upgrade and click Enter.
Figure 14: Entering the Firmware Key
6. In the File menu, select Upgrade Firmware.
a. In the Flasher window, click Select File.
b. Select the BIN file supplied with the firmware upgrade.
c. Enter the firmware key provided with the BIN file.
d. Click Download.
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