This page contains the firmware update files for SmokeShield and forms part of the larger SmokeShield user guide.


Changelogs

  • V1.0.1
    • Adds support to Ei630W and Ei630iW heat alarms
    • Adjusts accuracy of alarm detection 


Download MultiSensor 7.GBL firmware update

Before you update


Please make sure you download the correct Z-Wave Frequency and begin the update with the SmokeShield as close as 10ft / 3m distance to your hub to avoid any possible firmware update issues to avoid bricking your device.


It is highly recommended to run USB power when firmware updating this sensor. 


Warning: Do not update with the wrong Z-Wave Frequency, it will change the Z-Wave frequency of the SmokeShield which would not allow the sensor to re-connect to the same controller. 


Update with an existing Z-Wave hub


In order to use the GBL update files, your Z-Wave gateway must support OTA firmware update. If supported, follow the steps from your Z-Wave Gateway/hub/software to firmware update your SmokeShield.


Update with ZWaveJS UI / ZWaveJS2MQTT:

  1. It is recommended to keep your SmokeShield on USB power for the firmware update.
  2. Download the correct firmware update file above.
  3. Open ZWaveJS UI
  4. Expand SmokeShield
  5. Click on Advanced.
  6. Under Firmware update, click on "Begin"
  7. Under File, choose the .GBL firmware update file.
  8. Under Targer, choose Target 0
  9. Then click on OK
  10. Allow the firmware update to complete.


Update using a Z-Wave USB Adapter with SiLabs PC Controller 5


If your software does not support .GBL files yet, you can use PC Controller 5 (connected to any standard Z-Wave USB Adapter) by SiLabs to firmware update with GBL files. This software is a Windows exclusive.

You can find that PC Controller 5 here through Simplicity Studio: SiLabs Simplicity Studio


Following the update below, make sure that you have your SmokeShield at most 10ft from your Z-Wave USB Adapter during the update to avoid any failures.

  1. Follow the steps outlined here to get access to Simplicity Studio and PC Controller 5: https://aeotec.freshdesk.com/support/solutions/articles/6000226205-z-wave-command-class-configuration-tool-download-
  2. Download the correct Z-Wave Frequency firmware update for your SmokeShield.
  3. Open up Z-Wave PC Controller software through Simplicity Studio
  4. Plugin your Z-Wave USB Adapter
  5. Click on the "Gear" icon and select the COM port your Z-Wave USB Adapter is connected to.
  6. Click on "Network Management"
  7. Click on "Remove", then tap the button on SmokeShield.
  8. Click on "Add",  then tap the button on SmokeShield.
  9. Deselect all security options (this will help speed up your firmware update process), then press OK.
  10. Click and highlight your new SmokeShield Node.
  11. Click on the Home icon button on the top left corner.
  12. Click on OTA Firmware Update.
  13. Ensure your SmokeShield node is highlighted, then press Get.
  14. Under Firmware Update, click on the folder icon.
  15. Then select the firmware update file you downloaded on step 2 of these instructions, then click Open.
  16. Highlight Target 0 (under Firmware Targets:).
  17. Then click on Update.
  18. Wait a few minutes while you wait for the firmware update to finish.