Device OTA Firmware Updates

Updated June 13, 2025

 

This support article describes how to check which firmware version your Blackline Safety device is running, as well as how to initiate an over-the-air (OTA) firmware update.

Checking your Device Firmware Version

You can check your device firmware version on your device and in Blackline Live.

These instructions apply to G7 and EXO devices.

On Device

To check your device firmware version on the device:

  1. Open the main menu, use the up and down arrow buttons to scroll to Advanced info, then press the center button. The Advanced info menu opens.
  2. Using the up and down arrow buttons, scroll through the Advanced info menu, then select Device info by pressing the center button. The Device info screen opens, displaying your device’s settings.
  3. Use the up and down arrow buttons to scroll through the Device info screen to the Firmware section.
  4. To return to the Advanced info menu, press the OK button.

Blackline Live

To check your device firmware version in Blackline Live:

  1. Sign in to Blackline Live.
  2. Select Menu > Reports > Version update status. The installed firmware version displays, as well as the status of any firmware updates in progress.

Initiating an Over-the-Air Firmware Update

It is important to note that your G7c must be powered on and have a solid green connectivity light in order to download firmware updates. If your devices are powered off or not connected to Blackline Live, the update will pause until the device reconnects.

 

  1. Call our Technical Support team to initiate a firmware update.
  2. Sign in to Blackline Live.
  3. Select Menu > Reports > Version update status.
    • G7c should automatically update its firmware the next time it is powered on after the update has reached 100%
    • You can manually update G7c’s firmware when the download is at 100% by selecting Activate downloaded versions.

      WARNING: Confirm your devices are not being used in the field before selecting Activate downloaded versions, as  devices will not monitor for gas while the firmware updates.G7c Over-the-air Firmware Updates
  4. When the device returns to normal operation, the firmware update is complete. You can check the firmware version from G7’s menu.

Technical Support

If you have any questions, please contact our Technical Support team.

North America (24 hours)

Toll Free: 1-877-869-7212 | support@blacklinesafety.com

United Kingdom (8 a.m. – 5 p.m. GMT)

+44 1787 222684 | eusupport@blacklinesafety.com

International (24 hours)

+1-403-451-0327 | support@blacklinesafety.com