Given the significant risks and challenges of updating a WS-6906, many users are choosing to invest in more modern, supported equipment.
Plug the 3.5mm jack end of the cable into the on the Satlink WS-6906. Keep the Satlink unit turned OFF initially. 2. Preparing the Software on PC
Click the or Next button in the software interface. The program will enter a waiting state. Turn ON the power switch on your Satlink WS-6906.
Select the correct corresponding to your USB-to-Serial converter. Satlink Ws 6906 Software Update
Check your COM port settings in Device Manager. Ensure you are turning on the meter after hitting the start button in the software, not before. Wrong COM Port Error
The software should immediately recognize the device, change its status, and display a progress bar indicating the data transfer. Step 5: Finalizing the Installation
Select the update file (the .bin or .abs file you downloaded) within the software. Given the significant risks and challenges of updating
, wait about 10 seconds, and then turn it ON again. The software should now detect the device and begin the update.
Note: Ensure the firmware matches your hardware revision to avoid rendering the device inoperable. Step-by-Step Update Process
This is the standard method for most users. Turn ON the power switch on your Satlink WS-6906
Click or "Write" . A progress bar will appear. Do not touch the USB cable or the device for any reason.
| Problem | Potential Solution | | :--- | :--- | | | This is the most severe issue. Some users report that even in a non-booting state, the meter can be recognized by the upgrade software. Look for a flash file from the manufacturer that can force a recovery. One user mentioned receiving a file that could be used to update the device "even though you cannot access the menu". If this fails, there is no known JTAG solution to bring the device back to life. | | Missing Satellite Data | If your device is missing a specific satellite, you can add a new one manually. Go to the satellite list menu and select "add new". Input the satellite's name and its orbital position (e.g., 52.0°E). Then, add a working transponder (TP) by entering its frequency, polarity, and symbol rate. You can find this data on websites like Lyngsat or King of Sat. | | Can't Find DVB-S2 Signals | The WS-6906 is an older DVB-S device and has significant limitations with modern DVB-S2 signals. Manually add a DVB-S transponder for your desired satellite, as these will still provide a usable signal for aligning your dish even if the meter can't decode DVB-S2 channels. |
: Updates often streamline the user interface and language options. Prerequisites for the Update
In the flasher tool, click or "Open" and navigate to the correct .bin file.