New Firmware Upgrade for Rigol DS2000 Scopes - Page 1
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author: MotoDan
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: March 14, 2014, 06:08:25 pm
content: Hello all,Has anyone tried the latest Ver 00.03.00.00.00 firmware upgrade for the DS2000 Series scopes?Thanks,Dan

author: Sparky
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: March 14, 2014, 07:33:34 pm
content: Quote from: MotoDan on March 14, 2014, 06:08:25 pmWhere did you see this version 00.03 reported?The latest reported by Rigol (from their firmware request page):Here are the latest Firmware versions by Rigol product family as of January 7th, 2014:DS2000/DS2000A FW-Version: 00.02.01

author: MotoDan
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: March 14, 2014, 09:08:05 pm
content: This is the version I received today from Rigol. It looks like Rigol's procedure is to request the update rather than just downloading it from their website. At least this is the way is seems for the US. I have not been able to find any mention of this version anywhere, so it may have just been released.

author: Sparky
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: March 14, 2014, 09:48:08 pm
content: Quote from: MotoDan on March 14, 2014, 09:08:05 pmI see; it is possible the listing on Rigol's website is out-of-date.Everyone is waiting for you to share it! Please upload!

author: NYG
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: March 14, 2014, 11:22:52 pm
content: It would be great if you could make it available to us.Did it by chance come with release notes?

author: neslekkim
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 15, 2014, 08:26:32 am
content: If you got it from rigol, there is an doc file for version notes inside the archive..

author: MotoDan
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: March 15, 2014, 04:06:13 pm
content: I didn't receive an archive file with any release notes - just a link to the update file and installation instructions. I have asked Rigol for the release notes. Will post if I receive them.Also, I mentioned to Rigol that my scope was a DS2072, not a DS2072A if that makes any difference.

author: Teneyes
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: March 15, 2014, 05:07:26 pm
content: FW 00.03 Duplicate PostTesting Math Log() function,working but the DSO locks up.See log of a sawtooth with a bit of Negative valueslNote log(-negative) = 00DSO display and controls Lock up when you try to edit expressionbut USB still reports the Display with SCPI commandsHIRes is really screwyIt is looking like this is a Beta VersionBack to FW 00.02.01.oo.03

author: JDubU
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: March 24, 2014, 05:08:54 pm
content: Any more news on this new firmware?What has been fixed? New features? Is it worth installing?

author: Wim13
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: March 24, 2014, 05:17:33 pm
content: I think it is a hoax..., but here is the link to all FW releases:https://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/first-impressions-and-review-of-the-rigol-ds2072-ds2000-series-dso/msg158684/#msg158684

author: hibone
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: March 24, 2014, 10:08:36 pm
content: I requested a firmware update a few days ago, but they replied that 02.01 is the latest release available.Regards.

author: erkko
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: March 25, 2014, 09:15:14 pm
content: week ago did request new fw for 2072, someone from rigol europe sent DS2000(DSP)update_00.02.01.00.03.zipand later, someone else from rigol usa sent separate email - 00.03.00.00.00rigol website claims latest to be also 00.02.01.00.03asked confirmation from that rigol usa person, claiming what i just said - no, he says, correct one is one he just sent...wtf?

author: Teneyes
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: March 25, 2014, 10:01:38 pm
content: Quote from: erkko on March 25, 2014, 09:15:14 pmWell as Post b4, the FW 00.03.00 ... allows the MATH log function to be applied and it seems to work but Hangs the DSOThe function is namedlg()in 00.03 but namedLog()in previous FWThe FW file is 900KB larger, what is the additional code doing??

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: March 25, 2014, 10:52:11 pm
content: Quote from: Teneyes on March 15, 2014, 05:07:26 pmI'm still running 00.00.01

author: Teneyes
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: March 25, 2014, 10:59:47 pm
content: Quote from: EEVblog on March 25, 2014, 10:52:11 pmI think your full FW version number is 00.01.00.00.03To get the full firmware version info from the DSO, follow these instructions:Go to the Trigger menu and set Edge trigger.While keeping the Trigger menu open, you are going to use the 6th and 7th right-side menu buttons as follows:Press the  buttons one after another quickly.Then check additional info under System -> System Info.

author: fgervais
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: March 28, 2014, 07:37:45 pm
content: Just to add my experience, I also requested the new firmware to rigol at the end of last week and they sent me version 00.03.00.00.00. I have a DS2072 Hw 2.0 (non A). I haven't tried it yet cause I'm thinking they might have added code to prevent the keygen from working.Is there any other feedback on this version?

author: jc101
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: March 29, 2014, 10:34:20 am
content: Quote from: fgervais on March 28, 2014, 07:37:45 pmI put this onto my DS2072, which is the first hardware revision. I have all options unlocked and BW up to 200MHz, everything still says 'official version' after the update. Everything seems much the same, not that I have looked in depth at any differences. So if unlocked, it looks like this stays post upgrade.

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: March 29, 2014, 11:10:23 am
content: Quote from: Teneyes on March 25, 2014, 10:59:47 pmI tried that, but it didn't work.Maybe I wasn't quick enough?

author: Kjelt
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: March 29, 2014, 11:18:50 am
content: I wait for the release docs, everything i need works 100% so why take a chance? If they added some new nice features and all is well i might give it a shot.

author: TomThomas
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: March 29, 2014, 06:46:12 pm
content: Quote from: fgervais on March 28, 2014, 07:37:45 pmWhere have you requested? CN? EU? US?I got 00.02.01. from Rigol titelt as latest Version (EU)

author: fgervais
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: March 30, 2014, 02:00:44 pm
content: I requested it through this form:http://beyondmeasure.rigoltech.com/acton/form/1579/0012:d-0001/1/index.htm?id=0012

author: TomThomas
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: March 30, 2014, 04:44:56 pm
content: Quote from: fgervais on March 30, 2014, 02:00:44 pmyes, me too, but who replied ? US or EU?

author: jc101
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: March 30, 2014, 04:50:21 pm
content: I have an original HW v1 DS2072, which was running 00.02.01.00.03 with all options and bandwidth up to 200MHz which I upgraded to this new 00.03.00.00.00 without a problem.Trying to go back to 00.02.01.00.03 the scope looked like it was running the downgrade, but when restarted would still be running the newer firmware. Uninstalling the options seems to be the only way to go back to the previous version.Re-installing the options has worked OK.

author: fgervais
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: March 30, 2014, 10:52:09 pm
content: Oh sorry a guy from rigol usa replied and sent me ver 00.03

author: Teneyes
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: April 27, 2014, 02:41:44 am
content: Did everyone see I got FW 00.03.00.01.03!

author: miguelvp
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: April 27, 2014, 03:06:58 am
content: Quote from: Teneyes on April 27, 2014, 02:41:44 amYes, thank you very much, I downloaded it but I'm still waiting to upgrade since you mentioned that the Ethernet slowed by a factor of 6 and I finally downloaded Marmad's RUU, didn't install it yet but I rather try it at it's full speed first.

author: Teneyes
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: April 27, 2014, 04:34:52 am
content: Quote from: miguelvp on April 27, 2014, 03:06:58 amMost of the time, It is best to have the PC close to the DSO, as I find testing and recording data best at the DSO.Once the data is recorded on the DSO, RUU can be connected to the DSO after the Data to held on the DSO (signle trigger, recording stopped)I isolate pertinent data with the Big Knob on the DSO, and note the Start and end Frame numbers.Then I only save those frames to the PC for animations or plots.As the PC is close by, a USB cable is long enough, I used an extension.Marmad has done tests with his RUU and says that the transfers rate is faster using the USB link.Good Luck

author: BTO
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: April 27, 2014, 05:37:51 pm
content: I'm currently speaking to Rigol, as a matter of factI'm speaking to the Research and Development dept regarding how to upload my own custom ScreensaverNow, for the sake of staying on topicMy Details are as followsi have a rigol DS2072A 70Mhz, Upgraded to 300MHz-----------------------SYSTEM INFORMATION---------------------------------------------------------------Manufacturer RIGOL TECHNOLOGIESModel DS2302A (it's actually a DS2072A with the Upgrade)Serial Number Stayed the same as before the upgradeSoftware version 00.02.01.00.03Hardware Version 1.0.2.0.2FPGA Version SPU 03.01.09WPU 00.07.01CCU 12.29.00MCU 00.05-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------now.. My Software Version is the same as before my upgradeand ..... RIGOL STATED TO ME that THIS VERSION IS THE MOST CURRENT to my knowledge there is no version for the DS2000 and DS2000A series beyond Software version 00.02.01.00.03this information is accurate as of last weeki can , if it pleases the forumask again tomorrow, but i doubt itthey would have told me that a version was about to be realeased if that was the caseJust thought everyone should know

author: BTO
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: April 27, 2014, 05:41:07 pm
content: Hmm Interestingi just went to the download pageHEREhttp://beyondmeasure.rigoltech.com/acton/form/1579/0012:d-0001/1/index.htm?id=0012and found this--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Firmware Update RequestHere are the latest Firmware versions by Rigol product family as of January 7th, 2014:DS2000/DS2000A FW-Version: 00.03.00MSO4000/DS4000 FW-Version: 00.02.01DS6000 FW-Version: 00.01.04DSA815 FW-Version: 00.01.08DSA1000 FW-Version: 00.01.16DG4000 FW-Version: 00.01.08DG5000 FW-Version: 00.01.09To request an upgrade please fill out the information below and we will contact you. Upgrade compatibility may depend on the serial number, hardware revisions and current firmware of your instrument. Not all instruments may be upgradable to the latest firmware.You can also contact your local office or distributor for information or to discuss the benefits of a firmware update.Rigol Technologies USA Applications:www.rigoltech.comEmail: techsupport@rigol.comPhone: 440-232-4488Rigol Technologies EU GmbH:Lindberghstraße 482178 Puchheim+49 (0)89 - 8941895-0mailto:info-europe@rigol.comThanks for choosing Rigol!--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

author: BTO
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: April 27, 2014, 05:46:48 pm
content: I Just applied to Rigol for the latest firmware to be sent to my emailthe form responded with this message------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Thank You for requesting a firmware update. We will contact your shortly to determine the suitable firmware revision, how it can help you, and how to install it.Rigol Technologies USA Applications:www.rigoltech.comEmail: techsupport@rigol.comPhone: 440-232-4488Rigol Technologies EU GmbH:Lindberghstraße 482178 Puchheim+49 (0)89 - 8941895-0sales-europe@rigol.comThanks for choosing Rigol!www.rigolna.comwww.rigol.eu----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------When i get the firmware i'll have a look at it and make it available to the forumI'll keep you guys posted

author: BTO
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: April 27, 2014, 05:59:43 pm
content: Regarding Release notesI'll see if i can get this from them as wellregarding will it affect the upgarde that we already usei really doubt iti think's it's just a matter of1. Loading the new firmware and seeing if the Updrades stick2. if they don't stick we can always revert to the old firmware that has the upgrades, but Uninstall via SCPI, Worst Case Scenariobesides, Why would they put out a version that locks our upgrades,it's these upgrades that have caused an increase in revenue for EMONA Instruments and Rigoland kept the client happyit doesn't make sense to now Piss the client off and creating unnecessary hatred amongst clientsAnyway, I'll see what they send me and i'll get keep the forum updated

author: Teneyes
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: April 27, 2014, 06:35:29 pm
content: Quote from: BTO on April 27, 2014, 05:59:43 pmHi GuysAs I stated on the Review Forum, I got FW 00.03.00.01.03 direct from China, (squeaky wheel).but no releases notes. Get FW on that forumI'm still finding some bugs (small and Obscure)And with a Non-A DS2000, I often switch between FW 00.02... and FW 00.03... with Options. ,But you cannot go back to FW00.01 (must uninstall Options)

author: Wim13
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: April 27, 2014, 07:25:59 pm
content: Well thats not for all, i loaded the new FW, and went back to 01.01.00.02, from june 2013with no problems, all options where still there...i use a 2072 ( non A ) and did not uninstall before going back to 01.01., just loaded the old FW.

author: Teneyes
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: April 27, 2014, 07:50:23 pm
content: Quote from: Wim13 on April 27, 2014, 07:25:59 pmI Think you are use 200MHz option , and I think I was at 300MHz.When I did it the FW loads but freezes on booting.The stop is during second flashing on Bootup dots . at the 4th Dot.I'll try Again , with 200MHz only

author: Teneyes
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: April 27, 2014, 10:18:43 pm
content: Quote from: Teneyes on April 27, 2014, 07:50:23 pmI tried again, works OKBut option 300MHz does not show up with FW 00.01.01.00.02 (understandably)shows OK with FW 00.02.01.00.03

author: Teneyes
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: April 29, 2014, 04:22:32 pm
content: FW 00.03.00.01.03 , Still No SCPI command access to 'CAN' protocolSee Display for:The SCPI command to set the trigger mode to 'SPI'The SCPI command to query the current trigger modeThe SCPI command to set the trigger mode to 'CAN'The SCPI command to query the current trigger modeThe DS2000 was manually set to 'CAN'The SCPI command to query the current trigger modeThe SCPI command to set the trigger mode to 'USB'The SCPI command to query the current trigger mode

author: GlassFET
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: June 05, 2014, 04:31:23 pm
content: (posted before in the wrong place) Have any of you hacked-DS2000A owners loaded the latest firmware version 00.03.00.01.03 with success? By success I mean verified that the hacked options remain installed? I want to make sure Rigol didn't figure out some way to nullify hacks. I know, I know - the FW upgrades should not impact installed options, but I want to be sure about that before pulling that trigger. Thanks.

author: Kjelt
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 04, 2017, 01:02:29 pm
content: Just downloaded the last one and it is over one year old, version nr is totally off.Quote

author: JDubU
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: July 04, 2017, 06:40:53 pm
content: Kjelt: The English version of the release notes was mistranslated. If you use Google Translate on the Chinese version it properly lists the last firmware version as:...?Support product model? All MSO / DS2000A series oscilloscope?Last revision time? 2016/05/31?Updated? v00.03.05.00.01 2016/07/20- Save the naming rules after screenshots Modify- Modify waveform Stop refresh Problem- Modify Math Expression Problem...It still doesn't list what's new in this version.I just installed it on my DS2000 (not A) and it installed fine, showing the new firmware version as 00.03.05.03.03 ("00.03.05 SP3" in default system info window). It is dated May 17, 2017 as shown by PeDre.Don't know what changes have been made in this new firmware. Maybe have to wait for the next version before the release notes show this versions changes.

author: Kjelt
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 04, 2017, 09:20:36 pm
content: Ok thanks just a side question, i have modded my scope with extra options two years back when there was this possibility in a topic on this forum, will these remain in the new firmware?

author: JDubU
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: July 04, 2017, 11:05:09 pm
content: According to PeDre:"...Update with a MSO2072A, the Riglol licenses remain all preserved...."

author: Daruosha
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: July 06, 2017, 11:25:33 am
content: I upgraded as well, but wondering what has been actually improved or fixed. Anyone else tried the update?

author: JDubU
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: July 06, 2017, 04:12:58 pm
content: Daruosha:Rigol just put a new version of the firmware download file (labelled DS2000A Firmware_00.03.05.03.02) on their international web site (http://int.rigol.com/Support/SoftDownload/3) with the same DS2000Update.GEL file (version 00.03.05.03.03) but with new versions of the Release Notes files dated 7/5/2017. Unfortunately they are encrypted and unreadable! Hopefully they will find out about that and upload the unencrypted ones soon.

author: JDubU
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: July 11, 2017, 03:43:15 pm
content: The newest DS2000 firmware download (v00.03.05.03.03) now has readable release notes.Not much is listed in the latest changes, but Rigol's release notes are typically not very detailed:...v00.03.05.03.03 2017/06/26- Add new models of DS2102E and DS2202E- Fixed the error of some Traditional Chinese menu- Fixed the bug of EDU version- Fixed the bug of wave stop updating...Direct download:http://int.rigol.com/File/ProductSoftWare/20170711/DS2000(DSP)update.zip

author: Circlotron
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 18, 2017, 03:17:44 am
content: My 4 year old DS2072 with original firmware and all options enabled hasn't been updated for the very reason that I thought the options might get hosed. One thing that annoys me is that if I do a single shot trace with hi res enabled it makes a reasonably clear trace, then if I click the timebase up one notch then back again the trace is much clearer and thinner and well defined. Why can't it display like this right after the trace appears??? Do any of the updates address this issue? I'll post a screenshot when I get home if necessary.

author: pascal_sweden
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 18, 2017, 09:35:51 am
content: What are these new models DS2102E and DS2202E?Is there any information available online? Are they available in Europe already?Quote from: JDubU on July 11, 2017, 03:43:15 pm

author: JDubU
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: July 18, 2017, 04:32:15 pm
content: They are most likely entry level/educational versions.Here are a couple of links from a Google search of "DS2202E".https://www.technica-m.ru/catalog/articul/oscillograf-cifrovoj-rigol-ds2202ehttps://www.eevblog.com/forum/testgear/rigol-ds2000-series-model-designation/

author: Circlotron
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 19, 2017, 12:51:53 pm
content: Quote from: JDubU on July 06, 2017, 04:12:58 pmJust tried it out on my 4yo DS2072 that has never been updated and all seems good. All the options seem intact.

author: pascal_sweden
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 19, 2017, 01:08:36 pm
content: It's seems not an Official Version but an Offcial Version

author: Circlotron
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: July 19, 2017, 03:32:40 pm
content: Quote from: pascal_sweden on July 19, 2017, 01:08:36 pmThat's probably one of the differences between Rigol and Riglol.