Firmware Export and Import Guide

This guide explains how to export and import firmware files in the PrintExp printer control software.

There are two types of firmware files:

To fully restore the machine functions and print quality, both files must be exported or imported.

Note:
The firmware file name can use only English letters（A–Z, a–z）, numbers（0–9）, Space()，hyphens (-), or underscores (_).

Do not use Chinese characters or any other special symbols. Otherwise, the import may fail.

1. Firmware Export

Double-click the PrintExp icon on the desktop. (See Figure 1.1-1) The main interface will open. (See Figure 1.1-2)

Click the “Advance” menu.

Press Ctrl + F12 on the keyboard to switch to Factory Mode.

Enter the password: 222222, then click“Factory mode”. (See Figure 1.2)

Note: You must export both the .bsfx file and the .xtfx file.

In Factory Mode, click “Firmware”.
Select “Export firmware configuration”. (See Figure 1.3.1-1)
Choose a folder and file name, then click “Save”. (See Figure 1.3.1-2)
When the message “Export successfully” appears, the export is complete. (See Figure 1.3.1-3)

In Factory Mode, click “Firmware”.
Select “Export the firmware configuration parameter”. (See Figure 1.3.2-1)
Choose a folder and file name, then click “Save”. (See Figure 1.3.2-2)
When “Export successfully” appears, the export is complete. (See Figure 1.3.2-3)

Double-click the PrintExp icon to start the software. (See Figure 1.1-1)
The main interface will open. (See Figure 1.1-2)

Click “Advance” and press Ctrl + F12.
Enter password 222222, then enter Factory Mode. (See Figure 1.2)

In Factory Mode, click “Firmware”.
Select “Import firmware configuration”. (See Figure 2.3.1-1)
Select the .bsfx file and click “Open”. (See Figure 2.3.1-2)
When “Import successfully” appears, the import is complete. (See Figure 2.3.1-3)

In Factory Mode, click “Firmware”.
Select “Import the firmware configuration parameter”. (See Figure 2.3.2-1)
Select the .xtfx file and click “Open”. (See Figure 2.3.2-2)
In the pop-up window, check the first three options, then click “OK”. (See Figure 2.3.2-3)
When “Import successfully” appears, the import is complete. (See Figure 2.3.2-4)

The firmware takes effect immediately after import.

Use the “Import successfully” message in steps 2.3.1 and 2.3.2 as the final confirmation.

If you are not sure about any step, please contact the LINKO Technical Support Team.