Command Line Updater
The dmclu program is used to update the firmware on Datamation devices using the command line.
Manual update mode
In manual update mode, a firmware filename and the serial port the device is attached to are specified. The updater will then send this firmware file to the device.
Syntax
dmclu --fw <filename> --serial <device> [--force]
Parameters
Parameter | Usage |
|---|---|
| Path to a Datamation Universal Firmware file. |
| The serial port of the device. This should be specified in the correct format for the platform, e.g. |
| Force the device to use the firmware, regardless of what version is already on the device. This allows firmware to be downgraded. |
Example
dmclu --fw dm-uf-v1.hex --serial /dev/ttyUSB0
Last modified: 05 February 2025