You can download the documentation by clicking here which includes the procedure shown in the video below as well as how to upgrade versions prior to 4.2.0 via serial interface and upgrading versions 4.4.0 and higher via the web interface.
Required Hardware:
• Ethernet (RJ-45) cable, Revolution reader and AC power supply for the reader (or PoE)
Required Software:
• Latest Revolution Firmware File (See support.impinj.com or your Impinj Representative)
• TFTPD32 Server for Windows PC can be downloaded free of charge from: http://tftpd32.jounin.net/
Procedure:
1. Download the firmware file from the Impinj Support Portal
2. Download TFTPD32 server (TFTPD32.exe) http://tftpd32.jounin.net/
3. Connect the Revolution Ethernet port to a PC directly or via router/switch
Note: It is recommended that you turn off your wireless connectivity while establishing connectivity to the Revolution.
3.1 If connecting an Ethernet cable directly between the PC and the Revolution reader, you will get an icon similar to this in the lower, right-hand toolbar while Windows attempts to acquire a network address for the reader.
3.2 After a minute or so, a message may appear, “This connection has limited or no connectivity” this is is normal.
3.3 You are now ready to follow along with the tutorial video below.
Enabling Telnet in Windows Vista Operating System
By default, Windows Vista does not include the Telnet client
To install Telnet Client
1. Click the Start button , click Control Panel, click Programs and Features, and then click Turn Windows features on or off. If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation.
2. In the Windows Features dialog box, select the Telnet Client check box.
3. Click OK. The installation might take several minutes.
4. After installation is complete, close the main Programs and Features Control Panel applet. The telnet command should now be available and you can continue as shown in the video.
Command Window
Windows 7 and Vista do not offer the "Run" option in the the Start Menu as shown in the video. For these operating systems, go to the Run Menu Search Box area, type cmd and press Enter as shown below (thanks to Seven Forums for the image).
