GC3 Firmware Update Guide

  • GC3/GC3s/Launch Pro Firmware Update Guide

    The GC3/GC3s/Launch Pro allows you to update firmware directly through the device’s Touch Screen User Interface (LCD) using a local network connection.

    (For Launch Pro Indoor users, please visit the LPi Support Page to download the appropriate updater.)

    Local Network & Internet Required: 
    Connect your device to a local network using the RJ45 (Ethernet) port on your GC3/GC3s/Launch Pro and the included Ethernet cable. The local network and device must have internet access to complete the firmware update through the on-screen User Interface.

    To update the firmware using the internet through your local network please follow the steps below:

    • Power on your Device

      If your device is powered off, locate and press the Power Button (pictured below):

      GC3 Power Button

      Wait for Device to Power ON:

      Screen 1:

      GC3 Power On Screen 1

      Screen 2:

      GC3 Power On Screen 2Launch Pro Power On Screen 2A 

    • Connect your Device to Local Network

      Select the QUICK LAUNCH MENU by pressing the tab in the top center of the display screen. Select the SETTINGS Option.

      GC3 Quick Launch Menu

      From the SETTINGS screen, select the WiFi Option:

      GC3 Settings Screen

      On the Wi-Fi Screen, confirm the Wi-Fi Option is set to ON. Then Confirm you are connected to a Local Network providing internet access. If needed, select to CONNECT to a Network:

      GC3 Wifi Disconnected Screen

      Select a Wi-Fi NETWORK from the List.

      GC3 Select A Network Screen

      Enter the NETWORK PASSWORD for the network you selected if prompted:

      GC3 Network Password Screen

      Once the device is CONNECTED to a WiFi Network the WiFi Status will reflect Connected, with an option to disconnect if desired. The Info Option will reveal your Local Network Connection Settings should you want to review.

      GC3 Wifi Connected Screen

    • Navigate to Firmware Update on Device

      Select the QUICK LAUNCH MENU by pressing the tab in the top center of the display screen. Select the SETTINGS Option.

      GC3 Quick Launch Menu

      From the SETTINGS screen, select the FIRMWARE Option:

      GC3 Firmware Screen

      If your device does not have internet access you will be presented with a SERVER NOT FOUND option. This could also be caused by System Firewalls, or security provided by your Internet Service Provider. Please confirm all security measures have been removed before proceeding.

      GC3 Firmware Server Not Found

    • Update Your Firmware

      The FIRMWARE Screen will check the cloud server for NEW FIRMWARE UPDATES

      GC3 Firmware Screen

      If there is an AVAILABLE UPDATE your screen will present the option to DOWNLOAD AND UPGRADE, select this option to proceed.

      GC3 Firmware Update Screen

      Please wait while your device first DOWNLOADS the firmware update.

      GC3 Downloading Firmware Screen

      After the firmware is downloaded your device will begin the INSTALLATION process.

      GC3 Installing Firmware Screen

      Finally, the device will confirm the UPDATE WAS SUCCESSFUL and will REBOOT to apply the upgrade.

      GC3 Firmware Update Successful Screen

    • Confirm Firmware Update

      Select the QUICK LAUNCH MENU by pressing the tab in the top center of the display screen. Select the SETTINGS Option.

      GC3 Quick Launch Menu

      From the SETTINGS screen, select the FIRMWARE Option:

      GC3 Updated Firmware Screen

      This version number should appear identical to the one downloaded and installed previously, confirming the update was successful!