Best regards, [Your Name / Support Team]
Turn on your meter, go to System Setup , and select Version . Note down the current software version for reference. Step-by-Step Firmware Installation Process
Turn off the WS-6979 completely using the side power switch. Wait 10 seconds. Satlink Ws-6979 Software Upgrade
Once the reboot completes, navigate to and select Factory Reset . This clears out old cache fragments from the previous software version that might conflict with the new system parameters. You will need to re-configure your local LNB frequencies and local time zone settings following the reset.
Copy the file directly to the of the USB drive. Do not place it inside any folders. Step 2: Connect to the Signal Meter Turn off the Satlink WS-6979. Best regards, [Your Name / Support Team] Turn
The software upgrade for the Satlink WS-6979 was executed successfully. The device now operates with an up-to-date satellite database, resolving signal lock failures experienced prior to the update. The unit is fully operational and ready for field deployment.
This is the most critical section. The Satlink WS-6979 technically capable of receiving software upgrades via its USB port. However, there is a significant amount of community and forum discussion indicating that finding official firmware updates is very difficult. A key reason for this is that many sought-after improvements, such as support for the newer H.265/HEVC video codec, are hardware-dependent . Wait 10 seconds
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If you have custom satellite lists or saved positioner data, back them up to your PC first.