Performing software updates — Raymic handset

If your wired handset is running software version v1.40 or above, the handset will be updated automatically at the same time as the Base station. If you handset is running a software version earlier than v1.40, your Base station and handset must be updated separately.

  • The radio must be connected to a compatible MFD over SeaTalk NG.

  • The Data master MFD must be used to perform the software update.

  • Once you have updated your Base station software, follow the steps below to update your handset.

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  1. Ensure a memory card that contains the necessary software files is inserted into the card reader of your MFD.
  2. With the Radio’s Base station powered on, turn off the Raymic Handset by pressing the Power button located on the top of the Handset.
  3. Press and hold the Distress and PTT buttons on the Handset.
  4. Press the Handset Power button for one second, until the backlight turns on, and then release all 3 buttons.
    The Handset is now in update mode.
  5. Now check for software updates using your MFD:
    • LightHouse 2 — From the Homescreen, select: Set-up > Maintenance > Check Card for Updates.
    • LightHouse 3 — From the Homescreen, select: Settings > Update software > Check SD card.
    • LightHouse 4 — From the Homescreen, select: Settings > Update software > Check SD card.
  6. Select your Radio and select Update.
    (The LCD backlight will flash when the update is in progress.)
  7. When the update is complete, check your radio’s software version.
  8. Remove the memory card from the card reader.