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SolarLog 300 Corrupt Firmware Fix

Introduction

Note following the guide will void your warranty. In case the product is still under warranty, contract the manufacturer for a replacement.

What you need

  1. SolarLog 300 Corrupt Firmware Fix, Open back panel: step 1, image 1 of 3 SolarLog 300 Corrupt Firmware Fix, Open back panel: step 1, image 2 of 3 SolarLog 300 Corrupt Firmware Fix, Open back panel: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Remove all 4 screws with Torx T10 bit/driver (See Picture 2)

    • Then, remove the back panel to reveal the main PCB (See Picture 3)

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  2. SolarLog 300 Corrupt Firmware Fix, Flip Main PCB: step 2, image 1 of 3 SolarLog 300 Corrupt Firmware Fix, Flip Main PCB: step 2, image 2 of 3 SolarLog 300 Corrupt Firmware Fix, Flip Main PCB: step 2, image 3 of 3

    • Slide the main PCB downwards, just a few millimeters for the top side to be lifted.(See Picture 1)

    • Lift the topside of the PCB but still keeping the bottom side stationary. (See Picture 2)The main reason therefore, is the display cable is conneted at the bottom side.(Indicated in yellow on the 3rd picture)

    • You will see the microSD card on the board.

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  4. SolarLog 300 Corrupt Firmware Fix, Remove MicroSD card: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the MicroSD card by pressing inward to pop out.

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  5. SolarLog 300 Corrupt Firmware Fix, Download New Firmware: step 4, image 1 of 1
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    • By using a microSD card reader insert the new SD card into your computer.

    • Copy the downloaded firmware file to the new empty microSD card.

    • Rename the firmware file to: firmware_update.bin

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    • Put the microSD card back into the unit and reverse the steps you took to take it apart.

    • Power up the unit and the screen will show FW indicating that the new firmware update has started.

    • Note all previous configuration and save data will be lost.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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Niel Lambrechts

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