When connected in bootloader mode, the Owon will appear on your PC as a small removable thumb drive.
To avoid needing another "owon hds2102s firmware update fix" in the future, follow this checklist religiously:
Some early HDS2102S units used "Gigadevice" flash chips that are physically not upgradable due to an OTP (One-Time Programmable) SecureROM.
What or bug (e.g., frozen screen, missing signal generator) are you trying to fix?
A firmware file meant for an older HDS2102S might completely freeze a newer production model.
While the firmware update process is usually straightforward, issues can arise. Some common problems that may occur during or after a firmware update include:
: Connect the Waveform Generator output to Channel 1 to verify the internal signal generation functions correctly.
: Select the firmware update option within the software, browse to your downloaded .bin file, and click update.
The is a popular 2-channel, 100 MHz handheld digital oscilloscope with a built-in multimeter. Like any sophisticated electronic device, its performance and stability depend heavily on its firmware. OWON periodically releases firmware updates to address bugs, improve user interface (UI) responsiveness, and add functionality.
The device requires both main system firmware (MCU) and FPGA bin files. Flashing them out of order or using the wrong version causes immediate black screens. Common Firmware Update Failures
Here is the "story" of how this was fixed and the current status of updates: The Problem & The Fix
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