UNIT: DS100E (Deepwater Sonar Array) LOCATION: ROV Support Vessel Odysseus , 200nm off the Azores ISSUE: Post-firmware update (delphi_ds100e_v4.2.1.bin) – Unit unresponsive. Black screen. No handshake. No backup boot.
: Version 1622 is widely considered the most stable for older DS150E/DS100E interfaces.
: Error "Tester Not Responding" during testing phase.
Newer is not always better. Many users report that or v4.02.07 are the most stable for clones, while v5.15.01 is the last reliable version for originals before Delphi introduced VCI encryption. delphi+ds100e+firmware+update+problem+work
For Windows 10/11 users, you may need to to allow the older VCI drivers to install correctly. What to do if the VCI is "Bricked"
Once the files match, try forcing the update through the hardware configuration menu.
: Click the Update button. The LED on the VCI unit will typically flash red or blue during the process. Do not disconnect the cable or power until the progress bar reaches 100% and a success message appears. 3. Troubleshooting Common Issues UNIT: DS100E (Deepwater Sonar Array) LOCATION: ROV Support
all files from that working firmware folder and Paste them into the Firmware folder of your Delphi software directory, overwriting the existing ones.
If you use integrated third-party programs like Autocom or WOW, locate their root installation folders, navigate to their respective Firmware directories, and paste/overwrite the copied files there.
Locate and launch the utility executable directly. No backup boot
The software expects a specific firmware version (like 1622 or 3201) to communicate. The Solution: Go to Settings > Hardware Setup . Select your COM port and click Test .
When you install a newer version of the diagnostic software, it expects the VCI (Vehicle Communication Interface) to run a corresponding firmware version. If you click within a modified or clone software suite, the software often attempts to flash an incompatible binary file, rendering the multiplexer temporarily unresponsive or "bricked." Step-by-Step Guide to Fix Firmware Update Failures
The device LEDs will begin flashing red, indicating active EEPROM writing. The progress bar in the utility should move smoothly to 100% without stalling. Hardware Check: Fixing Faulty USB Connections
If the progress bar reaches the end but never finishes, or if the lights stay red: The GUI Bug:
Right-click the device, choose , and select Port Settings .