ELSPEC PureBB Firmware, Software, User Manual, and Release Notes

Download the latest software, firmware updates, user manuals, datasheets, and release notes for the ELSPEC PureBB BlackBox Power Quality Analyzer. Stay up-to-date with the newest features and enhancements to optimize your power quality analysis.

Step 1 - Download New Firmware & Software

Click "Add to Cart" below to FREE download the following:

  • Latest ELSPEC Verified Firmware (v1.1.0.20 - December 2023)
  • Release Notes for New Features
  • PureBB User Manual, Datasheet, and Brochure
  • PureBB Configuration App
  • PureBB TimeSync Tool App Manual
  • ELSPEC Device Search App

When a new version is out, we will send you the updates automatically to your email.

Step 2 - Instructions for Firmware Update

Please follow the instructions below carefully to avoid any critical errors.

IMPORTANT:

  • After the download has been completed, go to your Downloads Folder.
  • Right Click on the Downloaded Compressed ZIP Folder and Click "Extract All"
  • Click "Browse" and save it to your preferred Destination Folder (Eg. Desktop or My Documents)
  • You can now use the downloaded content in the Destination Folder, and to perform the Firmware Update.

Instructions for Firmware Update

  1. Turn off the PureBB analyzer.
  2. Unplug the SD card from the analyzer and plug it to your PC using an SD card reader.
  3. Upload the FW upgrade file (Pure_fs_UX.XX.XX.img) into the main SD card partition.
  4. Unplug the SD card from the PC and insert it back into the PureBB device.
  5. Turn on the analyzer and wait for the Unit Power and SD card LEDs to blink red alternately– this means that the upgrade process has begun.
  6. Once the upgrade process is done, the LED’s will stop blinking and the device will reboot itself.
  7. An additional reboot might occur as well after the first reboot is completed.
  8. In order to make sure the new FW version was actually installed, take a *.pqz file recorded by the device after the FW upgrade and open it using the PQSCADA Sapphire.
  9. Go to System window, select the relevant investigation on the left and check in General tab that the Product Version is the same as the FW version you installed.

Disclaimer: We are not liable for any damages that may occur as a result of an incorrect firmware update.

Release Notes

Expand the release notes below to learn about new feature updates, improvements, and bug-fixes.

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PureBB V1.1.0.20 (Released: December 6th, 2023)

What’s New?

  • Improved frequency accuracy and channel tracking
  • We have added the option to store FW version history

Bug Fixes/Small Improvements

  • Fixed an issue in which PureBB was not initiated properly when extension module is disconnected
  • Fixed an issue in which file name was incorrect after a time bounce
  • Fixed an issue in which Min/Max and Average values were not in the same resolution
  • Fixed an issue in which the display of real time  differential current were incorrect
  • Fixed an issue in which 3sec parameter were not stored

PureBB V1.0.6.30 (Released: July 25th, 2021)

What’s New?

  • We have added the option to power the PureBB via the USB port without stopping the recording.
  • We have added the option to store recording sessions into a custom folder name.
  • We have added the option to add description into a recording session.
  • PureBB is now supporting the D-Link DWR-910 4G LTE USB router for Both HW1 and HW2 versions.
  • Downgrade FW version is no longer supported in the PureBB.

Bug Fixes/Small Improvements

  • Fixed an issue in which PureBB was not initiated properly when extension module is disconnected.
  • Fixed an issue in which phase angle was parameter was incorrect.
  • Fixed an issue in which Telnet and SSH port statuses was not saved properly.
  • Fixed an issue in which upgrade FW event wasn’t written to PQZ file.
  • fixed an issue in which PQZ request was not handled properly.

PureBB V1.0.5.6 (Released: March 4th, 2020)

What’s New?

We have added the option to export PQZ data to USB memory stick – works only with extension module.

To export data into USB memory stick following the instructions below:

  • The USB stick should be empty from data.
  • Open new folder in the USB stick and named it “PQZ”.
  • Insert the USB stick into the USB port in the extension module. Export should start automatically and the USB LED will start to blink in Green.
  • When export finished, The USB LED will be off again.

Bug Fixes/Small Improvements

  • Nominal auto-detection mechanism was improved to support grounded delta connection.
  • Fixed an issue in which PQZ recording process was disabled when system was overloaded.
  • Fixed an issue in which Current unbalanced parameter wasn’t written to PQZ file.
  • Fixed an issue in which PureBB was stop record when multiple user were connected simultaneously.
  • Fixed an issue in which SD LED blink green although recording were disabled.
  • Fixed an issue in which single phase PureBB didn’t detect power quality events properly.
  • Fixed an issue in which truncate data created hole in the recorded data.
  • Fixed an issue in which calculation of RMS half cycle was inaccurate.

PureBB V1.0.4.10 (Released: July 15th, 2019)

What’s New?

  • We have added the following new parameters to be written to the PQZ file:
  • HTTPS is the default communication protocol.
  • We have added the option to use GPS over USB.

Bug Fixes/Small Improvements

  • Fixed an issue in which aggregated events were written to both WYE and DELTA topologies.
  • Fixed an issue in which Default values of Threshold and Hysteresis in event from RVC type were incorrect.
  • Fixed an issue in which event were duplicated.
  • Fixed an issue in which the PureBB couldn’t handle corrupted SD card.
  • Fixed an issue in which RMS minimum value was incorrect in 60Hz systems.
  • Fixed an issue in which THD maximum value was incorrect.
  • Fixed an issue in which time sync was not stable while extension module is connected.
  • Fixed an issue in which PQSCADA mobile app couldnt be connected to PureBB device via Wi-Fi.

PureBB V1.0.3.3 (Released: February 10th, 2019)

What's New:

1. Phase Check LEDs

We have added the option to ensure correct
connection by utilizing eight bi-colored LEDs. These LEDs provide the following
information:

Off

  • Voltages: The corresponding input measures a THD value that is higher than 200% or an RMS value that is less than 0.4% of its full scale. Voltage full scale 2,000VPeak.
  • Current: The corresponding input measures a THD value that is higher than 200% or an RMS value that is less than 0.4% of its full scale. Current full scale – 10VPeak.

Green

  • Voltages: All 3 phases detected and are in the right phase order.
  • Current: Signal is detected and the phase angle is in line with the corresponding voltage channel.

Blinking Green

  • Voltages: Phase order is correct, but fewer than 3 phases are connected.
  • Current: The corresponding voltage channel is off.

Red

  • Voltages: Phase order is incorrect.
  • Current: Phase angle is not in line with the corresponding voltage channel.

Blinking Red

  • Voltages: One of the phases' amplitude is significantly lower than the others.
  • Current: Polarity is reversed

2. Wi-Fi Connection

We have added the option to connect a Wi-Fi dongle to the PureBB extension module. Following a list of supported dongles:
TP-LINK:

  • TL-WN722N(V2)
  • TL-WN722N 150N
  • TL-WN725N
  • DWA-137

Edimax:

  • EW-7711USn
  • EW-7811Un

D-LINK:

  • TL-WN882N

3. Other Notable Improvements and Changes

  • We have added the option securely connect to the PureBB though HTTPS/FTPPS
  • We have add the calculation of Energy parameters
  • We have added the option to connect a USD GPS module to the PureBB extension module

Bug Fixes/Small Improvements

  • Fixed an issue in which harmonics calculation were incorrect in 60Hz network.
  • Fixed an issue in which time bounce of the internal clock result in data gaps.
  • Fixed an issue in which the unit serial number was changed after reboot.
  • Fixed an issue in which some of the summary data stored in the unit was incorrect.
  • Fixed an issue in which full memory card result is data gaps.
  • Fixed an issue in which active power was not recorded in a single phase PureBB.
  • Fixed an issue in which unit was not respond when when files were copied between folders.
  • Fixed an issue in which the voltages nominals weren’t written in the PQZ files.

PureBB V1.0.0.52 (Released: June 11th, 2018)

Bug Fixes/Small Improvements

  • Fixed an issue in which the device was reset itself.
  • Fixed and issue in which summary data was corrupted.
  • Fixed and issue in which Device stopped to record.