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This manual shows you how to update the firmware of the ZB-Stick.


A firmware update of the ZB-Stick is always at your own risk. We assume no liability for any loss of data due to damage of the ZB-Stick during or by the update. Please use only the firmware file provided here. This has been tested and approved by us. 


Requirements:

  • POPP ZB-Stick
  • Raspberry Pi 3 or 4
  • Operating system Raspian Buster
  • Putty or similar software for SSH access


Preparation of the Raspberrry Pi

  1. For existing system with current usage.
    • Deactivate the connection between your software (e.g. Home Assistant) and the ZB-Stick


Determine USB port

  1. Determine the USB port to which your ZB-Stick is connected. Use the following command
    dmesg | grep tty

    In diesem Beispiel ist es ttyUSB0


Installation of Python 3


  1. Log in to your Raspberry Pi via SSH.
  2. Update your system to the current state with the following command
    sudo apt update
  3. Now start the installation of Python 3 with the following command
    sudo apt install python3 idle3
    1. Confirm with Y when prompted


Installation des Update Tools

  1. Use the following command to download the latest tool and firmware to your Raspberry PI
    git clone https://github.com/Elelabs/elelabs-zigbee-ezsp-utility.git
    1. Change to the directory
      cd elelabs-zigbee-ezsp-utility
    2. Install the additionally required tools with the following command
      sudo pip3 install -r requirements.txt
    3. Download the firmware with the following command
      sudo wget https://z-wave.freshdesk.com/helpdesk/attachments/80067968923 -O fw.gbl
  2. Test the connection to the ZB-Shield with the following command: (Adjust the COM port) 
     python3 Elelabs_EzspFwUtility.py probe -p /dev/ttyUSB0

Note: If an error is displayed, please check if all programs accessing the ZB-Shield have been closed. Disable Bluetooth and check the interface settings. 


Perform Update 


  1. Start the update with the following command: (Adjust the COM port )
    python3 Elelabs_EzspFwUtility.py flash -f fw.gbl -p /dev/ttyUSB0
    CAUTION! Do not remove the stick before the process is complete. This will damage the ZB-Stick.
  2. Check if the update was successful. To do this, enter the following command 
    (Adjust the COM port )
     sudo python3 Elelabs_EzspFwUtility.py probe -p /dev/ttyUSB0