Firmware update - C-Pen Exam Reader 2
Exam Reader 2 Firmware Updates
⚠️ Important Before You Update - Firmware upgrades cannot be reverted.
Before performing any update:
- Ensure the correct firmware package has been downloaded.
- Unzip the update files before use.
- Confirm your current software version under Settings > System Information > Version.
- Follow all upgrade steps exactly as described.
Updates typically take 5-20 minutes to complete.
Check Your Current Version
- On Exam Reader 2, navigate to Settings > System Information > Version.
- Note the Software Version displayed.
⚠️ Important Information About Version 1.0.08
Exam Reader 2 only displays the major version number. For example, the device will show:
1.0.08
The device does not display the final build number, so you cannot tell from the screen whether the device is running:
- 1.0.08.002 (bridge version)
- 1.0.08.016 (latest release)
Welsh/Cymraeg Missing After Updating?
If Welsh/Cymraeg is missing or is not reading aloud after an update, check the software version shown under System Information and follow the instructions below.
If your pen shows version 1.0.08
Cymraeg appears under Text Language, but there is no Welsh voice.
This means version 1.0.08 has been installed, but the sysdict.BIN file was most likely not included during the update.
Run the 1.0.08.016 update again, making sure that both the update file and sysdict.BIN file are included in the same update process.
Cymraeg does not appear under Text Language
If Cymraeg is not listed as a Text Language option, run the 1.0.08.016 update.
Make sure that both the update file and sysdict.BIN file are included together during the update.
If your pen shows version 1.0.07 or earlier
You will need to complete the full update process:
- Install Step 1: Bridge Version.
- Install Step 2: Version 1.0.08.016.
- Make sure the sysdict.BIN file is included as part of the update process.
Important: The sysdict.BIN file is required for Welsh/Cymraeg functionality. Make sure it is included when installing the 1.0.08.016 update.
Upgrade to Version 1.0.08.016 (Latest Release)
Target Version: 1.0.08.016
Download: Exam Reader 2 Version 1.0.08.016
Release Notes
Version 1.0.08.016
- Added Welsh/Cymraeg scan and read support.
- Added Cymraeg user interface (Beta).
- Fixed unsynchronised word highlighting in Reader after adding Roman numerals (C610X-173).
- Added low-battery warning.
- Talking Menu is now disabled by default but remains active during the setup wizard.
Version 1.0.08.002 (Bridge Release)
- Fixed an issue that could mix firmware between C2 models.
Installation Instructions
Step 1 - Install Bridge Version 1.0.08.002
The bridge update is mandatory for devices running version 1.0.07 or lower.
- Download and unzip the update package.
- Power on Exam Reader 2 and connect it to your computer using USB.
- Navigate to Settings > System Information > Version.
- Press MENU to activate U-disk mode.
- Copy updatesys_1.0.08.002.BIN to the Exam Reader 2 drive.
- Safely eject the device from your computer.
- Disconnect the USB cable.
- Press OK three times rapidly.
- Select YES and press OK.
- Wait for the update to complete.
- When the device restarts, restart it manually once more.
Step 2 - Install Version 1.0.08.016
- Reconnect Exam Reader 2 to your computer.
- Activate U-disk mode again.
Copy the following files to the device:
- updatesys_1.0.08.016.BIN
- sysdict.BIN
Important: Both files must be copied to the device. Failure to copy sysdict.BIN may result in Welsh/Cymraeg not appearing after the update.
- Safely eject the device.
- Disconnect the USB cable.
- Press OK three times rapidly.
- Select YES and press OK.
- Wait for the update to complete.
- When the device restarts, restart it manually once more.
Verify the Update
Navigate to:
Settings > System Information > Version
The device should display:
1.0.08
Note that the device does not display the final build number, so 1.0.08.002 and 1.0.08.016 will both appear as 1.0.08.
To confirm the full update has been applied:
- Welsh/Cymraeg should be available as a language option.
- Cymraeg UI options should be available.
Previous Releases
Version 1.0.07.005
Release Date: July 2025
Download: Version 1.0.07.005
Installation
- Download and unzip the update package.
- Connect the device to your computer.
- Navigate to Settings > System Information > Version and press MENU.
- Copy updatesys_1.0.07.005.BIN to the device.
- Eject the device safely.
- Disconnect USB.
- Press OK three times rapidly.
- Select YES and press OK.
- When the update completes, restart the device manually.
Version 1.0.06.002
Release Date: January 2024
Download: Version 1.0.06.002
Follow the standard installation process using:
updatesys_1.0.06.002.BIN
Version 1.0.05.001
Download: Version 1.0.05.001
Follow the standard installation process using:
updatesys_1.0.05.001.BIN
Version 1.0.04.001
Download: Version 1.0.04.001
Follow the standard installation process using:
updatesys_1.0.04.001.BIN
Version 1.0.03.001
Download: Version 1.0.03.001
Follow the standard installation process using:
updatesys_1.0.03.001.BIN
Troubleshooting: Welsh/Cymraeg Not Available
Symptoms
- Device shows version 1.0.08
- Welsh/Cymraeg is missing from the language options
Resolution
The most likely cause is that sysdict.BIN was not included during the 1.0.08.016 update.
Fix
If 1.0.08.016 has already been installed:
- Connect the device in U-disk mode.
- Copy sysdict.BIN to the device.
- Eject the device.
- Disconnect the USB cable.
- Press OK three times rapidly.
- Confirm the update.
- Allow the device to restart.
✅ In most cases this restores Welsh/Cymraeg without reinstalling the full firmware package.
Do not reinstall the bridge update if the device already shows version 1.0.08.