User Manual

27 | VMAX A1 Plus™ DVR
 Version: View the DVR’s current firmware version and update to a newer version via USB
memory stick or an FTP server connection.
CAUTION
Do not click CANCEL during firmware upgrade. It may cause serious damage to
the system.
Settings may be changed to factory default. It is recommended to check the
settings and operating condition of the DVR after firmware upgrade.
Upgrading system using USB memory stick:
a. Insert a USB drive with the firmware file formatted by FAT/FAT32 in any USB port
of the DVR (compatible with USB 2.0).
b. Select “USB” from the Method drop down options and press the “Scan” button.
c. Once the system detects the USB drive, it will display the firmware file under
“CURRENT VER” and the “NEW VER”.
d. Click START to begin the upgrade process.
Upgrading system using DW’s Automatic Firmware Upgrade via FTP server:
a. Select FTP in the drop-down options under “Method”.
b. Enter the FTP’s address:
ftp.dwcc.tv and enter the username and password
(these should be filled out automatically). Username: vmaxipplus, password:
vmaxipplus.
NOTE The FTP server address is subject to change without a prior notice.
c. Enter the CHECK TIME. The system will automatically check the FTP server for a
newer firmware every day at set hour.
d. Click OK to proceed with the automatic firmware upgrade. Once the firmware
update is completed, the system will reboot.
e. Click CHECK to allow the DVR to connect to the FTP server and check the latest
Firmware version. If a new firmware is available, the DVR will ask you whether you
want to upgrade it or not.
f. Click OK to confirm and click START to start upgrading.
To setup the DVR to check for new firmware automatically:
a. Select FTP from the METHOD drop-down options.