Updating the SharpZ3 platform - SharpZ3

AutoVu™ SharpZ3 Platform Release Notes 23.093
Applies to
SharpZ3
Last updated
2023-04-26
Content type
Release notes
Language
English
Product
SharpZ3
Version
23.093

To benefit from the most recent security improvements, it is recommended to upgrade the unit's platform package from the Sharp Portal.

Before you begin

  • Transfer all plate reads that are saved locally on the Sharp unit. Local plate reads might be lost when you update the platform.
  • Ensure that all SharpZ3 cameras are connected to the ALPR module on the base unit.

What you should know

  • The SharpZ3 platform version number follows the Microsoft MSRC release number. For more information, see the MSRC release notes.
    Version information for the platform update.
  • On a SharpZ3 unit that includes a four-camera ALPR module, each set of two cameras is configured in a separate Sharp Portal which is available from a link on the Maintenance page. It is recommended that you update both portals with the same platform package.
  • IMPORTANT: Do not remove power from the Sharp unit during the update.

Procedure

  1. Download the platform package from GTAP. Save the .gpack file on the local machine you are using to log on to the Sharp Portal.
  2. From the Configuration menu, select Maintenance.
  3. In the Packages section, click the Update button for the platform.
  4. In the Update package dialog box, choose when to run the update.
    • Click Now to run the update immediately.
    • Click Specific date to schedule the update for off-peak hours.
  5. Click Add a package, find the update .gpack file, and then click Open.
    NOTE: The new and old file names must match.
  6. Acknowledge the warnings and click Update or click Schedule if you set a specific date for the update.
    IMPORTANT: Whether you configure the update for Now or for a Specific date, the package is transferred to the Sharp unit immediately. Do not close or navigate away from the browser page until the transfer is complete.
    The Update package screen showing scheduling and package selection.
    The files are transferred to the Sharp unit and the update process begins.
    NOTE: At certain points in the update process, the progress bar might not move for several minutes. It can take up to 30 minutes to complete the update.

    If the update is successful, the new version is displayed and the package status is Succeeded.

    Platform update showing succeeded status.

After you finish

If you are updating a SharpZ3 system that includes a four-camera ALPR module, each group of two cameras is configured on a separate Sharp Portal. It is recommended that you update both portals at the same time. A link is provided at the top of the Maintenance page to direct you to the second Sharp Portal.
Link to the second portal in a 4-camera system.