Firmware Upgrade Tool for G450 Gas Detectors

G450 Firmware   File: G450Update_V342.exe Document Type: Executable (EXE) Version: 3.42 Release Date; 26 May 2011 File Size: 857 KB

Requirements   Computer: Any Pentium or equivalent with Windows 2000 or later with one available USB port. GfG Hardware: Charging cradle and G450 data cable (distributed with GfG data download kit for G450)

1. Download the G450 firmware Upgrade Tool by clicking on the file name and save it.
   Make a note of the location to where it is saved.

2. Make sure the G450 is placed in a charging cradle and that the GfG USB cable is connected between the cradle and the computer.
   If the "New Hardware Found" wizard starts when the cable is connected to the computer then you must first complete the driver installation using only GfG Drivers. DO NOT allow windows to install drivers automatically.
   See the G450 data download software page for details.

3. Using Windows Explorer (My Computer) navigate to the folder where the downloaded file was stored.

4. Double click on the file to start the Upgrade Tool.
   The program does not require installation and can be executed directly.

5. Select the GfG COM port (this is usually the last one on the list) and click connect
   If not you selected the wrong COM port or otherwise do not have a connection or the drivers were installed incorrectly the connection will fail.

6. Click the [Start Update] button.
   The G450 should chirp and a progress bar on the screen should indicate to state of the process.
   If not you selected the wrong COM port or otherwise do not have a connection or the drivers were installed incorrectly.
   Do not disconnect the cable or remove the G450 until the process is complete (approximately 60 seconds).

7. Once the process is complete the instrument will chirp again and restart.
   The new firmware version will be displayed on the first screen as the G450 is starting up.