Snooper LYNX

Snooper LYNX Operating and Software configuration updater instructions.

There are three stages to the LYNX update process. To update your Snooper LYNX please follow the instructions below. 

**Warning, do not connect LYNX to your PC until you are advised to do so.**

1.Unzip the LYNX software file. You will find 3 items within this zip file – a folder called ‘OS Updater’, a 'software config (v1.0.7)’ installer and a folder including ‘Read Me First’ documents.

2.Install the USB drivers. Switch ON your unit, when the device displays ‘Searching for satellites’ connect it to the PC and allow the operating system to install the USB drivers. Once the drivers are installed, unplug the LYNX from the USB lead.

3.Update the unit firmware. Double click on the ‘OS Updater’ folder to open it. Then double click on the LYNX icon, entitled ‘OS Updater’ and select the correct language. Next power on your Snooper LYNX and then connect it to your PC using a USB cable. The update should start automatically and will take a few minutes to complete.

Follow the on-screen instructions and do not disconnect your LYNX until the software tells you to do so.
 
4.Reset the database on the device. Double click on the ‘software config (v.1.0.7)’ install shield icon and follow the on-screen instructions to install this software onto your PC. Once installed correctly, a LYNX icon will appear on your desktop entitled ‘LYNX Updater’. Double click the LYNX updater icon to open the software. Make sure that your PC is connected to the internet. Switch ON your LYNX and connect it to your PC using the USB cable. The Software configuration updater will start automatically.

Follow the on-screen instructions and do not disconnect your LYNX until the software tells you to do so.

Software update notes

To check that the update has been successful, switch on your LYNX, navigate through the menu to ‘Version’, and press the ‘OK’ button. The Version number should now read 4.28 and DB should show the date the update was performed.



