One of the things I like about the SMH10 is that the firmware can be updated as Sena fixes bugs or adds new features. The firmware is software on the device that makes it work. For example with the April 2012 update to v4, they added 4-way intercom and 3-way phone-intercom conferencing. The 3-way phone-intercom is interesting as it means you can bring your intercom partner into the phone call. The current version right now is v4.1. You can read the release notes here for v4.1.
To update the firmware, you have to have Sena’s management software installed. To download it, you must have first registered your product which is relatively simple. It only requires a name, email, country, model, purchase date, and purchase place.
The software to update the SMH10 software is on Sena’s website here: http://www.senabluetooth.com/support/pre_download_document.php
After registering, you can enter your email address to get to the software. At the time of this writing, there is software for both Windows and OSX. I downloaded the Windows 7 64-bit version since that matches my computer. They have a very complete site with both a PDF manual for the software and videos here: http://www.senabluetooth.com/support/SMH10_Manager_Software_Manual.php
With the software I can enable and disable features in addition to updating the unit’s firmware. My units came with v4.0, so I updated them to v4.1.
The update process was simple. From the time I downloaded the software until I had both units updated was about twenty minutes. Easy.
These are the steps I followed. It looks like a lot, but again, it about twenty minutes to do it all.
The blue light is on, so it is all charged up and ready to go!
Run the software after downloading it. Click Next
Click Install
It will copy a bunch of files and start installing a driver.
Connect the SMH10 to the computer with the supplied microUSB cable.
The SMH10 should be off when connected. The light will turn red.
Click Next
It will copy some files
Click Install
It will copy more files
Click Finish
Start the software and follow the onscreen instructions below.
Holding the phone and jog dial in until the LED flashes violet (a few seconds)
Click F/W Update
It will check the Sena site for new firmware available. In my case, I had v4.0 and v4.1 was available. I clicked Yes
I saved it to the default location
It handled the download for me.
Click OK
It starts the update procedure
Press and hold the phone button.
Firmware update begins. While this is in progress, don’t unplug it. I went and got a drink. It took a minute or two.
Press and hold the jog dial and phone button.
Click ok. I followed the advice and re-paired my phone.
Since I have two, I clicked yes and followed the above procedure for my second SMH10.
If you click Device Setting, you can enable and disable features.
I wanted to enable VOX Intercom, so the intercom to my wife would start with me talking instead of having to push the jog dial. It will then end after 20 seconds of silence. This works great, so I can keep both of my hands on the handlebars.
Click Save and then OK.
Settings will be saved after the device restarts.
Unplugged and then turn off and on to get new settings.
Re-pair and ready to use again. A very easy process.
This is awesome! Takes you through the entire process of upgrading firmware on a Sena. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteThanks. That's the first info I've seen that actually shows anyone what the firmware settings look like. I have 2 'A' versions and 1 'B' version and am never sure if it's worth opening the B or keeping it as an unused spare.
ReplyDeleteNow if SENA makes an Android app to access the Device Settings while on the road either USB or better, by Bluetooth, that would be a real incentive.
Thanks. That's the first bird's eye view I've seen of what is in the Device Settings. I have a NIB Model B that I was not convinced I should use it myself or try to sell it. I already have a pair of Model A SMH10's that do just fine.
ReplyDeleteNow if SENA has an Android app that let's someone change the Device Settings via Bluetooth while on the road, that would be an incentive.
You can change most of the settings from the device itself while on the road. No need for the app even though it would be neat. Check the manual for specific instructions,
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