Overview

Knowing the firmware version of your Just Add Power 2G Series devices is essential when adding or replacing units in an established system.

Note: Many of the following steps require a static route to be configured. For detailed instructions, refer to our guide on Setting Up a Static Route on Your Network or Laptop.

Methods for Checking Firmware Version

There are several methods available for identifying the firmware version on a 2G Series device:

• Diagnostic Screen

• webUI

• Command Line Interface (CLI)

All firmware versions for 2G Series devices begin with the format Ax.x.x.

Diagnostic Screen

To determine the firmware version of a Just Add Power 2G Series device using the diagnostic screen, follow these steps:

1. Locate the Source Device:
   From any display connected to a Just Add Power decoder, identify the source device currently in use.

2. Access the Encoder:
   Go to the physical location where the corresponding Just Add Power Encoder is connected to the source.

3. Disconnect the HDMI Cable:
   Unplug the HDMI cable from either the source device or the transmitter. Leave the cable disconnected.

4. Return to the Display:
   Within 10 seconds of disconnecting the HDMI cable, the connected display should show the Just Add Power splash screen.

5. Identify Firmware Information:
   On the splash screen, look for the text displayed in the bottom-right corner. The firmware version will be shown in the format of a date.

6. Cross-Reference the Firmware Date:
   Use this link to match the date displayed with the corresponding firmware version.

webUI

To determine the firmware version of a Just Add Power 2G Series device using the webUI, follow these steps:

1. Open a Web Browser:
   Open your preferred web browser (e.g., Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Microsoft Edge).

2. Type the Device IP Address:
   Enter the IP address of the target encoder or decoder into the address bar.

3. Locate Firmware on the Device webUI:
   Navigate to System > Version Information.

The firmware version will be displayed on this page.

Command Line Interfance (CLI)

To identify the firmware version of a 2G Series device using the Command Line Interface (CLI), follow these steps:

1. Open a Telnet Session:
   Establish a Telnet session to the IP address of the Encoder or Decoder on port 23 using a tool such as Telnet or PuTTY.

   

2. Send the Command:
   Once connected, enter the following command:

   cat /etc/version

3. Command Response:
   The device will return its current firmware version in response to this command.