Wi-Fi Module Firmware Update

Updating the Wi-Fi module on your RR and R2 Lights

Current Wi-Fi Version:  QS_PC_WIFI_1.0B.wifi and is for use with RR/R2 fixture firmware v0.6A and beyond.
Please update your light Firmware first if earlier than v0.6A

DANGER! Uploading the wrong firmware to the Wi-Fi module will result in an unrecoverable Wi-Fi module.

This update process will require the use of a computer/phone/tablet with the ability to connect to Wi-Fi.

TIP: This help page can also be accessed from www.quasarscience.com/wifi with the firmware located at the top of the page. This makes for easier downloading of the file onto a mobile device.

  1. Download the Wi-Fi Module firmware that's at the top of this page (can also be found on the RR-R2 Support Page) and save it to your computer or mobile device. MAKE SURE THAT THIS IS THE CORRECT FIRMWARE.
    File format should be QS_PC_WIFI_X.X.wifi

    LOADING THE WRONG FIRMWARE WILL END LIFE AS WE KNOW IT, CAUSE YOUR FAVORITE TV SHOW TO BE CANCELED AND TURN THE FIXTURE INTO A HEAP OF MOLTEN PLASTIC. (Not all of those things will happen but it will break it and you'll be sad which is probably just as bad.)
  2. Set the fixture into Update Mode. There are 3 ways:

    1. With the light powered off, press and hold the ENTER button on the light and then press/hold the POWER button for 3 seconds.
    2. User can also get there through the menu, Config->Update FW.
    3. With the light powered off, press and hold the ENTER button and plug in the light.
  3. From a phone or laptop, connect to the Wi-Fi network the Quasar Fixture is broadcasting
    (This will be QS: XXXXXXXX.)
  4. Enter the Password for the fixture's AP: 1234567890
  5. Launch a web browser (Quasar recommends Firefox)
    If the Wi-Fi has already been updated to version QS_PC_WIFI_1.0B.wifi or later, please proceed to step 11. To check the firmware installed on the fixture, enter the config menu by pressing the left arrow from the main display. press the left arrow four times until the firmware of the fixture is displayed. Pressing enter on this screen will cycle through the various firmwares installed on the fixture. 

    Once you've established a Wi-Fi connection to the RR/R2 fixture it's important to check a few items for a successful update experience:

    • Be sure your are using DHCP mode on your laptop/device
    • Be sure you are also NOT using a hard-wired connection while using Wi-Fi
    • Be aware that the IP address you log into is different for Wi-Fi firmware earlier than v1.0B (they're noted below)
    • Have a cup of coffee with you
    • Be sure your browser is NOT using some kind of "force https://" mode because this is an http:// unsecured connection.

     

    For update of the Wi-Fi module earlier than 1.0B: 
  6. Navigate to 192.168.0.1 on the navigation bar of the device you are using. Wifi Logon first IP address Detail Wifi Logon first update
  7. Enter the super secret username and password to log into the fixture's update page

    Username: admin
    Password: admin
    Wifi logon 1st time 

  8. Choose the Wi-Fi firmware previously downloaded. QS_PC_WIFI_X.X.wifi
    Wifi First update file Detail
  9. Click Update
  10. When the Update reaches 100% tap the Power Button on the light to restart. With the new firmware installed you will need to reconnect to the Wi-Fi in order to control the Quasar Science fixture with the Wi-Fi connection.
    Proceed to step 16 to verify installation.


    For Updating Wi-Fi with V1.0B or later installed:
  11. Navigate to 192.168.4.1 on the navigation bar of the device you are using
    Wifi Logon 2 IP address DetailWifi Logon 1.0b
  12. Enter the new & improved super secret username and password for the fixture's update page.

    Username: quasar
    password: science
    Wifi Logon 2 Password Detail

  13. Choose the Wi-Fi firmware previously downloaded. QS_PC_WIFI_X.X.wifi
    Wifi FW 7
  14. Click Update
  15. When the Update reaches 100%, tap the Power Button on the light to restart. This will restart the wifi and the user will need to reconnect to the wifi if they want too control the Quasar Science fixture over wifi. 
  16. To verify the update was successful,
    1. Enter the config menu by pressing the left arrow from the main display.
    2. Press the left arrow three times until the firmware of the fixture is displayed.
    3. Pressing enter on this screen will cycle through the various firmwares installed on the fixture. 

The Wi-Fi module update should take no more than 2 minutes. If the update stops mid cycle confirm the fixture is in bootloader mode and try again.