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Title: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on June 11, 2019, 07:10:41 AM
For those folks that have the Ecowitt HP2550/1 colour console a new release of Firmware has been posted today 11/June/2019
V1.4.6

This can be found at
http://www.ecowitt.com/upfile/201906/user_V1.4.6.zip

If you have not already it should be noted that there is also a Wifi firmware update (1.3.8 ) also available which is done via the WS-View app on your favourite android device. It is recommended that you do both.

This mirrors the version posted for Ambient WS-2000 but is of course for the Ecowitt devices or other Fine Offset clones of that console.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: WelshDragon on June 11, 2019, 02:46:00 PM
Done mine and was interested to read the following:

"Supports upload to user customized website(needs to have the same protocol with the weather underground or ecowitt.net) on the WS View app."

I'm assuming this means that we can now use the console to upload data to our own personal website using a template such as Saratoga - anyone know if this is what it means?

If it is, are there any guidelines anywhere? Can't see any release notes or guidelines on the ecowitt.com website.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: DWIGHT123 on June 11, 2019, 02:53:00 PM
Is their a new firmware update for the ws~2000 today?
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mapantz on June 11, 2019, 03:36:14 PM

If you have not already it should be noted that there is also a Wifi firmware update (1.3.8 ) also available which is done via the WS-View app on your favourite android device. It is recommended that you do both.


I hadn't set the WiFi up on my console due to the GW-1000 doing all of the work. However, I thought i'd have a tinker with it, but it seems that the WiFi firmware was already at 1.3.8 for me.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: droiddk on June 11, 2019, 06:31:00 PM
I'm assuming this means that we can now use the console to upload data to our own personal website using a template such as Saratoga - anyone know if this is what it means?

Yes that should be possible, but not out of the box. Script to grab the data is needed.

If it is, are there any guidelines anywhere? Can't see any release notes or guidelines on the ecowitt.com website.

No. No official documentation, but I have put together a few words about it here:
http://www.wxforum.net/index.php?topic=37170.msg382708#msg382708 (http://www.wxforum.net/index.php?topic=37170.msg382708#msg382708)
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on June 12, 2019, 03:58:13 AM
Is their a new firmware update for the ws~2000 today?

You can find the Ambient WS-2000 firmware versions here:
https://ambientweather.net/help/ambient-weather-ws-2000-firmware-download-center/
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Keys on June 14, 2019, 09:30:41 PM
Wifi firmware update 1.3.9 released...
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on July 07, 2019, 09:21:03 AM
Wifi Firmware 1.4.0 released for the Ecowitt HP2551 weather station.
Update via the WS-View app as normal

No issues observed following update.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on August 12, 2019, 11:02:07 AM
Wifi firmware 1.4.1 released for the HP2551 via the WS-View app (which will need updating as per normal to trigger the update)

Updated with no drama on my station
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: krojan on September 20, 2019, 08:07:44 AM
The Ecowitt website has firmware version 1.5.1 for HP2550 / 1.
Now the station also supports German.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on September 20, 2019, 08:41:26 AM
Good spot.
Upgraded with no issues.
Link to HP2551 firmware is here:
http://www.ecowitt.com/upfile/201909/user_V1.5.1.rar

I would add that my console has booted and is now using the WS-80 Ultra-sonic anemometer as its wind source as indicated by the extra signal strength icon
No other obvious changes that I can see and without a change log hard to know!
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on October 04, 2019, 06:47:15 AM
Note there is a new Wifi Firmware (1.4.3) for the HP2550/1 available via the WS-View app
Updated with no issues
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on October 17, 2019, 08:25:07 AM
Hello all, a new firmware has been released for the HP2550/1 at Ecowitt

http://www.ecowitt.com/upfile/201910/HP2551_V1.5.2.rar

Its 1.5.2 and is designed to fix some reception bugs.
I have been testing it and it seems more stable than 1.5.1 with no reception drops noted so far.

Once installed via SD card and the system auto updates if you check via WS-View you will find a new WiFi Firmware to install as well (1.4.4)

All good.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: krojan on November 05, 2019, 11:20:15 AM
I installed this software V1.5.3 from :
https://ambientweather.net/help/ambient-weather-ws-2000-firmware-download-center/
on the Ecowitt HP2551-C station.
Almost everything works as it should.
The only minus: I have three soil moisture sensors and the station receives a signal from all, but only shows from the first.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: krojan on November 05, 2019, 12:11:47 PM
Attached is a picture of the Ecowitt-2551 console with V1.5.3 firmware uploaded from the AmbientWeather website
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on November 06, 2019, 04:09:10 AM
Nice....I have long suspected this would be the case!
Question is can you now also get access to Ambient.net?
That would be worth getting hold of and tempt me to run the Ambient firmware as I have always missed the smart home integration possibilities with the Ecowitt.net version.

Also, from the WS-View app what options do you now see for the HP2551?
Does it no longer respond to the app or does it still offer Ecowitt.net or Ambient.net etc...
I have often wondered if the code base is all there and just hidden, so I am wondering if you overwrite with Ambient firmware if you can still use Ecowitt.net AND ambient.net........
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on November 06, 2019, 07:19:37 AM
For reference I understand the next revision of HP2551 firmware will be released by Ecowitt this week.
I'll post as normal when its available.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: krojan on November 06, 2019, 03:38:05 PM
Nice....I have long suspected this would be the case!
Question is can you now also get access to Ambient.net?
That would be worth getting hold of and tempt me to run the Ambient firmware as I have always missed the smart home integration possibilities with the Ecowitt.net version.

Also, from the WS-View app what options do you now see for the HP2551?
Does it no longer respond to the app or does it still offer Ecowitt.net or Ambient.net etc...
I have often wondered if the code base is all there and just hidden, so I am wondering if you overwrite with Ambient firmware if you can still use Ecowitt.net AND ambient.net........

Unfortunately, I didn't get access to Ambient.net.
They check something more than just where the firmware was downloaded from.
In the WS-View application it is exactly the same as with the firmware downloaded from Ecowitt.
I can still send data on Ecowitt.net
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on November 07, 2019, 03:35:51 AM
I believe that you need to register the MAC in order to be able to send data to ambient.net
They (ambient) probably know what MAC ranges they have sold and as its unique that's the magic key.
Shame as it would be kind of awesome to have both Ambient and Ecowitt facilities (but putting reality hat on, not likely!)
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: galfert on November 07, 2019, 07:30:19 AM
Shame as it would be kind of awesome to have both Ambient and Ecowitt facilities (but putting reality hat on, not likely!)

I have both Ambientweather.net and Ecowitt.net with the same sensor array and all extra sensors.

There are two ways to accomplish this.


* UPDATE - March 2020 - Ambientweather.net license for Meteobridge has new lower price, now just $100
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: _John C on November 08, 2019, 06:51:40 AM
Firmware update for HP2551 - V1.5.4

Mainly Updates:

1. Supports max 8 WH51 soil moisture sensors.

2. Supports max 4 WH41 PM2.5 sensors.

3. Add calibration functions for WH31 multi-channel temp and humidity sensors/WH51/WH41(On Setup page, press More).

4. Add Sensor ID management function(On Setup page, press More).

5. Display multi-channel sensors(WH31/WH51/WH41) on the console(On normal dispaly, press the up-and-down arrow icon for 4 times)

Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on November 08, 2019, 09:04:37 AM
Confirmed that this has now been publicly released for the HP2551
http://www.ecowitt.com/upfile/201911/HP2551%20V1.5.4.zip

The key things here are the ability to support more PM2.5 sensors and Soil Moisture sensors.
For those with a mixed environment (like me) or who have possible neighbours with kit you can now choose which sensors you want to use via your console in the same way that you can with the GW-1000

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There is also the ability to now calibrate the additional sensors on the HP2551 should you wish to do so in the same way that you can with the GW-1000 through the extended setup page
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: sosordinet on November 16, 2019, 04:56:14 AM
Hello all,
I'm new in this forum.
I want a weather station that pick up with Ambient Weather TX-3102 Wireless 7-Channel Soil Moisture.
Can someone tell me if the HP2551 is compatible with these sensors (915mhz).
I leave in France and it's difficult for me to have the WS-8478A.
Thanks in advance for your reply.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on November 16, 2019, 06:29:06 AM
I am not familiar with that sensor however Ambient weather site quotes the following:
The TX-3102 is an additional sensor for the Ambient Weather WS-8482 Wireless Internet Remote Monitoring Weather Station. It requires the console and is not a stand alone product. It does not work with any other Ambient Weather models.

So the clear answer is that no this is not compatible with the Ambient WS2000 or Ecowitt HP2551 or any other Fine Offset originated weather station combo.
If you are living in France then you should not really be using a 915Mhz weather station as you might be causing interference to Mobile Phone and other services that in Europe use this band.

If you want and like the HP2551 then this will support up to 8 Ecowitt soil moisture sensors. The alternative is to purchase the GW-1000 and the soil sensors but this way you will not have a visual display to look at but will need to use the Phone app. This will be cheaper if you don't require all the other aspects of a weather station and are only interested in soil moisture.
Contact lucy at support@ecowitt.net for a quote.

You can also purchase the GW-1000 and soil sensors from Froggit in Germany which will be quicker and avoid customs etc

Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: galfert on November 16, 2019, 08:10:19 AM
The WS-8478A and its sensors have nothing in common with other Ambient branded stations. This is because the WS-8478A is manufactured by a different company than the other Ambient branded stuff. Ambient sells hardware from a few different manufacturers and slaps the Ambient brand on everything they sell. For this reason sensors only work with the same manufacturer of the console. Their biggest sellers are the stations made by Fine Offset like WS-2000, WS-2902A.

Ambient Weather isn't the only company that does this (sell many different manufacturers stuff). Froggit also does the same thing. Therefore you need to not mix sensors that were manufactured by different companies. Ambient and Froggit don't actually manufacture anything. They just sell other companies stuff.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: sosordinet on November 16, 2019, 09:04:24 AM
Thank you for your explanation of 915mhz and the no compatibility of sensor and weather station.
Very useful for me to buy my weather monitor.
Many thanks again.
Regards.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: krojan on November 27, 2019, 01:24:37 AM
On page:
http://www.ecowitt.com/upfile/201911/HP2551_V1.5.6.zip
new software V1.5.6 to download.
I haven't installed yet.
I don't know what the changes are.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on November 28, 2019, 12:26:23 PM
Been running this firmware for 24 hours and no issues.
Cannot spot what the difference is and I cannot find any release notes!
Must be minor tweeks.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: krojan on November 28, 2019, 12:46:41 PM
The sensor types have changed in "Setup / More / Sensors ID / Setup"
Instead of WH25 is T&HP, and instead of WH26 is T&H.
I didn't notice any other changes.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on November 29, 2019, 04:54:24 AM
Well spotted krojan - more observant than I!
I confirmed with Lucy that this release was minor enhancements and bug fixes - nothing major.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on January 01, 2020, 06:08:59 AM
Released on Christmas eve there was an update for the HP2551 consoles
V1.5.8

Can be found here:
http://www.ecowitt.com/upfile/201912/user.bin

Happy New year to you all around the world!
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on January 18, 2020, 04:28:55 AM
Hello everyone, there is a new wifi firmware out for the HP2550/1/2/3 console which is updated via the WS-View app
Its V1.4.6

Its possible not everyone will see it as I am running beta main firmware at V1.5.9 currently.
This will be released shortly and is to accommodate the lightning sensor onto the display.
I'll post when its released publicly
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Felixus on March 02, 2020, 06:09:08 AM
Hi Mandrake,

Any updates on public release of V1.5.9? The lightning sensor is out and I wonder when this will be ready for HP255X.

Thanks  ;)
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on March 02, 2020, 08:49:50 AM
Hello, we are currently testing V1.6.0 so I am unsure when the next public release might be.
I have asked the question though.
Given that they have started selling the new lightning detector I would guess that this or a higher version would be released in the next few weeks to cater for it.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: GeraltLK on March 02, 2020, 09:21:41 AM
The firmware 1.6.0 is available (manual & software):

http://www.ecowitt.com/weather_station/70.html

Direct download: http://www.ecowitt.com/upfile/202003/HP2551_V1.6.0_user.bin



Mainly Updates for V1.6.0:

1. Supports to accept WH57 Lighting sensor & WH55 Water leak sensor(no display on the main interface) and upload to ecowitt.net

2. WH55 and WH57 parameters support uploading ecowitt.net;

3. Modify the optional sensors data interface display to support sensor name editing;

4. Soil moisture calibration for the 0% AD range changed to be : 0 ~ 200;

5. The main interface soil moisture switches channel data display every 5 seconds;

6. The T&H sensor(optional sensor) is disabled by default.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: ruislv on March 02, 2020, 10:43:58 AM
Dear all,

I don't know if it's related with most recent firmware (i trust not) or because firmware was done before powering up the sensor array (I also trust not).

I recently bought a misol weather station. After upgrading the firmware to most recent available version, i was not able to have sensor array communicating with the console.
After powering up the sensor array a led should indicate proper functioning (flashing every 16s) but instead it stays on. I reset, changed bateries several times but nothing - led stays on and console does not shows sensor array measurements.
According to instructions/google search it might be a sensor array problem.

Have you ever experienced such behaviour, do you have any clue on why sensor array functioning properly or should be something to trigger warranty service?

tkx
rui
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Felixus on March 02, 2020, 11:59:02 AM
Hi ruislv,

I just updated my new Misol HP2550 station with 1.6.0 and I can see all my sensors (including the outside array) fine.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on March 03, 2020, 05:42:04 AM
Dear all,

I don't know if it's related with most recent firmware (i trust not) or because firmware was done before powering up the sensor array (I also trust not).

I recently bought a misol weather station. After upgrading the firmware to most recent available version, i was not able to have sensor array communicating with the console.
After powering up the sensor array a led should indicate proper functioning (flashing every 16s) but instead it stays on. I reset, changed bateries several times but nothing - led stays on and console does not shows sensor array measurements.
According to instructions/google search it might be a sensor array problem.

Have you ever experienced such behaviour, do you have any clue on why sensor array functioning properly or should be something to trigger warranty service?

tkx
rui

If the red led is staying on then this does sound like a sensor array issue.
If the array was working previously then I can only suggest removing the batteries and letting the super capacitor discharge (also cover the solar cell). Then try putting the batteries back in.
If this is brand new and has never worked then I would definitely return for warranty replacement.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: ruislv on March 03, 2020, 06:09:30 AM

If the red led is staying on then this does sound like a sensor array issue.
If the array was working previously then I can only suggest removing the batteries and letting the super capacitor discharge (also cover the solar cell). Then try putting the batteries back in.
If this is brand new and has never worked then I would definitely return for warranty replacement.

Correct answer: Answer No. 3
Indded it's brand new. I initially updated console firmware, and then - after powering the sensor array, the red led is allways on. Already reset, changed batteries, etc and red led is staying on

I'm also in contact with seller service to solve the issue.
Thanks for the confirmation, I hope to succeed resolving this issue nice and easy 8-)

r.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on March 31, 2020, 03:32:45 AM
Hello everyone, just to confirm that the Wifi firmware has now been released for the HP2550/1 consoles
This will take the console to Easyweather 1.4.8

This must be undertaken using the WS-View smartphone app which will update the console.
The update has been confirmed for 433 and 866Mhz consoles.

The update is known to allow the console to feed the additional new sensor data (such as Lightning) to the Ecowitt.net service
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on April 10, 2020, 04:03:17 AM
Hi Folks, new Wifi Firmware for the HP2550/1 console is available via WSView

see image
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Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Vette-kid on April 13, 2020, 07:24:32 AM
Im trying to get my 2551 updated without any success.  The WS view app does not mention anything about updating the firmware at all.  I downloaded the latest version to an SD card and placed it in the console and get nothing there either.  I tried powering off and back on, still nothing.  Current versions are 1.4.6 and 1.4.0.2.  How in the heck do I update this thing?  The instructions make it sound like a simple affair, but that just isnt doing it for me.  I assume it has something to do with my older versions??
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: JB007JB on April 13, 2020, 07:44:53 AM
Im trying to get my 2551 updated without any success.  The WS view app does not mention anything about updating the firmware at all.  I downloaded the latest version to an SD card and placed it in the console and get nothing there either.  I tried powering off and back on, still nothing.  Current versions are 1.4.6 and 1.4.0.2.  How in the heck do I update this thing?  The instructions make it sound like a simple affair, but that just isnt doing it for me.  I assume it has something to do with my older versions??

You have to use a microSDHC card. If you use a microSDXC card then the update will not initiate. Also format to FAT32 and try again.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Vette-kid on April 13, 2020, 07:48:46 AM
Thanks, my card is an SDXC.  Ill rummage around for another and try again.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Felixus on April 13, 2020, 02:04:31 PM
Im trying to get my 2551 updated without any success.  The WS view app does not mention anything about updating the firmware at all.  I downloaded the latest version to an SD card and placed it in the console and get nothing there either.  I tried powering off and back on, still nothing.  Current versions are 1.4.6 and 1.4.0.2.  How in the heck do I update this thing?  The instructions make it sound like a simple affair, but that just isnt doing it for me.  I assume it has something to do with my older versions??

Which firmware are you trying to update? The bootloader/sd card (latest 1.6.0) or the wifi/WS View firmware (latest 1.4.9)?
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Vette-kid on April 13, 2020, 08:13:43 PM
Im trying to get my 2551 updated without any success.  The WS view app does not mention anything about updating the firmware at all.  I downloaded the latest version to an SD card and placed it in the console and get nothing there either.  I tried powering off and back on, still nothing.  Current versions are 1.4.6 and 1.4.0.2.  How in the heck do I update this thing?  The instructions make it sound like a simple affair, but that just isnt doing it for me.  I assume it has something to do with my older versions??

Which firmware are you trying to update? The bootloader/sd card (latest 1.6.0) or the wifi/WS View firmware (latest 1.4.9)?

Both actually.  I just hadnt gotten to the wifi side yet.  How do i I go about that?  Ive got the console updated and running fine, But I do not see a way to update easyweather.  I can see the current version in WS View, but no way to update it.  Currently on 1.4.0.2
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on April 14, 2020, 03:28:45 AM
You will need to do this on a smartphone/tablet running wsView.
In Devices you will see a device highlighted as EasyweatherXXX ….this will be your HP2550/1
Select that and providing that your smartphone has internet access it should immediately offer a Firmware update of the wifi firmware if the console needs it.
The image you will see is as I posted in the screen grab a few posts earlier for the latest revision

However its worth pointing out that your Internet feed must not be filtered as it has been found by some folk that restricting internet access can also block firmware updates
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Vette-kid on April 14, 2020, 06:37:04 AM
Thanks.  I don't get the upgrade option.  No wifi filters that in aware it, running Cox WiFi.  Is there any way to force it?
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: galfert on April 14, 2020, 06:56:57 AM
What is your router's internal IP address, and what is the subnet mask of the network?
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Vette-kid on April 14, 2020, 08:21:53 AM
192.168.0.10 and 255.255.255.0
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: galfert on April 14, 2020, 08:46:13 AM
Your router is 192.168.0.10 and not 192.168.0.1?
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on April 14, 2020, 08:47:09 AM
Is your Smartphone/Tablet on the same Wifi network as the weather station?
Just trying to understand if there is anything out of the ordinary in the setup.

So you are clear the work is done by the smartphone (WSview app)
It uses UDP to query the wifi side of the weather station for settings and if it finds that the published version via the Internet is higher, it (WSView) downloads the new Firmware.
It will then apply this from the app to the Weather station by over writing the old firmware.

So in my simple mind if your smartphone app (WSView) is talking to the weather station and can see it OK but is not seeing a need to update the firmware then this indicates that the WSView app is not able to dial home to the Ecowitt servers for whatever reason. This could be your network (possible firewall settings?) or even your ISP might be to blame.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Vette-kid on April 14, 2020, 08:54:45 AM
Your router is 192.168.0.10 and not 192.168.0.1?
Not too smart on that stuff.  WiFi analyzer says the server is 0.1, so I guess that would be the router.  IP address says 0.10, so maybe that's the phone I'm using?  I dunno.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: galfert on April 14, 2020, 09:05:24 AM
Your router is 192.168.0.10 and not 192.168.0.1?
Not too smart on that stuff.  WiFi analyzer says the server is 0.1, so I guess that would be the router.  IP address says 0.10, so maybe that's the phone I'm using?  I dunno.

Okay good. That is better. Yes 192.168.0.10 must be the address of the device you are on and 192.168.0.1 is the router.

Are you using a mesh WiFi (various WiFi access points)? Or any WiFi extenders?
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Vette-kid on April 14, 2020, 09:06:06 AM
Is your Smartphone/Tablet on the same Wifi network as the weather station?
Just trying to understand if there is anything out of the ordinary in the setup.

So you are clear the work is done by the smartphone (WSview app)
It uses UDP to query the wifi side of the weather station for settings and if it finds that the published version via the Internet is higher, it (WSView) downloads the new Firmware.
It will then apply this from the app to the Weather station by over writing the old firmware.

So in my simple mind if your smartphone app (WSView) is talking to the weather station and can see it OK but is not seeing a need to update the firmware then this indicates that the WSView app is not able to dial home to the Ecowitt servers for whatever reason. This could be your network (possible firewall settings?) or even your ISP might be to blame.

Makes sense.  We hadn't setup any firewalls.  Using Cox, so maybe something on their end?  I have never gotten the update option since seeing this system up back in June or July 19
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Vette-kid on April 14, 2020, 09:08:54 AM
Your router is 192.168.0.10 and not 192.168.0.1?
Not too smart on that stuff.  WiFi analyzer says the server is 0.1, so I guess that would be the router.  IP address says 0.10, so maybe that's the phone I'm using?  I dunno.

Okay good. That is better. Yes 192.168.0.10 must be the address of the device you are on and 192.168.0.1 is the router.

Are you using a mesh WiFi (various WiFi access points)? Or any WiFi extenders?

We do have an extended upstairs.  The only other extender types item is a power line extender for an old computer with no Wi-Fi.  Would those items have an effect?  I'm certain the console is connected to the main router and not the extender. 
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on April 14, 2020, 09:26:02 AM
Extenders should not cause an issue since they are simply repeaters of your original wifi signal.
If you are able to do this then I suggest logging into your ISP modem and finding out what your actual external IP address is (wont be 10.x.x.x)
You could then ask Lucy in Ecowitt to trouble shoot and see if your ISP external address is trying to talk with the firmware server.
If its not then you will need to go after your ISP and ask them what's going on, but its quite possible that they are blocking a Chinese IP address as a misguiding idea of threat protection!
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: galfert on April 14, 2020, 09:35:37 AM
Extenders and mesh nodes are a nightmare and cause all sorts of issues. I'm not saying you can't have these, but there are differences in implementation and it is enough to warrant against them. Once everything is working you can try expanding the network and then test again.

Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on May 23, 2020, 06:56:20 AM
Hi, please note a Wifi Firmware for the HP2550/1 console is now available from the WS-View app
V.1.5.0
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Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on July 17, 2020, 04:45:26 AM
Dear all, a new wifi firmware update is available for the HP2551 console via WSView

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Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: navzptc on July 17, 2020, 07:14:55 AM
Now 1.52  [tup]

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Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: GeraltLK on July 17, 2020, 06:29:00 PM
Some days ago Ecowitt launch a new firmware for this Weather Station:

http://www.ecowitt.com/weather_station/70.html
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Firmware update for HP2551/HP2553 - V1.6.4

Mainly Updates for V1.6.4:

1. Add display icon for the WH55 Water Leak Sensor:

    Green - normal

    Red & Flash - leaking

    Yellow - low battery alert

    Orange - offline over 10 mins


2. Supports to add WH45 PM2.5, PM10 and CO2 3-in-1 sensor.

3. Supports to add max 8 WH34 Temperature Sensor.

4. Supports the lightning strikes distance unit to change along with the wind speed unit.


żNew sensors?
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: rkl on July 18, 2020, 03:38:46 AM
Dear all, a new wifi firmware update is available for the HP2551 console via WSView

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any idea what changes it brings?
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on July 19, 2020, 07:32:56 AM
Very hard to say.

From our experience the Wifi firmware seems to control the I/O side of the console.
So the Wifi Internet connectivity uploads (out) and the sensor reception (in).
Current Wifi firmware is 1.5.2

The main console firmware is all about how the console processes and displays that sensor data
Current firmware is 1.6.4

So in theory you need both in order to receive and display the newer sensors as they are released.
The new soil/water temperature sensor (WH34) is very close to release
Following that will be the new PM2.5/10 CO sensor
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on August 19, 2020, 08:58:58 AM
Dear All -  new Main console firmware released for the HP2550/1 console
V1.6.7
http://www.ecowitt.com/upfile/202008/user.bin


1. Supports to display the WH45 PM2.5, PM10 and CO2 3-in-1 sensor data on the main interface.
2. Fix the battery issue for the WH55 and WH57 to upload to ecowitt.net.
👉http://bit.ly/2kl3JMM… See more
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on September 05, 2020, 05:35:35 AM
Dear all, a new wifi firmware has been released for the HP2550/1/3
V 1.5.3

Not much in the way of information regarding the update I am afraid.

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As usual use WSView to update the console to this version
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: galfert on September 05, 2020, 05:46:58 AM
Beware - Another Saturday firmware release.  :roll:
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: olicat on September 05, 2020, 05:52:41 AM
Don't panic, this version has been on the server since Wednesday.
;-)

Oliver
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: rkl on September 06, 2020, 09:03:04 AM
any idea what changes it brings? Im still waiting on option to disable wifi in the console...
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Rover1822 on September 06, 2020, 09:11:48 AM
any idea what changes it brings? Im still waiting on option to disable wifi in the console...

You may have mentioned why previously, but why?
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: rkl on September 06, 2020, 09:27:26 AM
Kid wanted to put it in the room and i would prefer to have any such kinda devices wifi signal off for remainder of night.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: galfert on September 06, 2020, 09:31:56 AM
Yeah but why?
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: rkl on September 06, 2020, 12:33:44 PM
To have at least 8 hours of sleep, when facing less electromagnetic waves.
I know in today's world it sounds weird.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Rover1822 on September 06, 2020, 03:20:18 PM
I'm guessing Ambient won't be far behind in their update
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: galfert on September 06, 2020, 03:35:00 PM
To have at least 8 hours of sleep, when facing less electromagnetic waves.
I know in today's world it sounds weird.

You are certainly entitled to your opinion. I think it is important to be concerned about our health. But I also think it is important to trust the scientists and medical professionals to perform tests and analysis. Here is what some governments and their health organizations have to say

UK:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/wireless-networks-wi-fi-radio-waves-and-health/wi-fi-radio-waves-and-health
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There is no consistent evidence to date that exposure to radio signals from wi-fi and WLANs adversely affects the health of the general population. The signals are very low power, typically 0.1 watt (100 milliwatts) in both the computer and the router (access point), and the results so far show exposures are well within the internationally-accepted guidelines from the International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP).

Australia (along with a WHO reference):
https://www.arpansa.gov.au/understanding-radiation/radiation-sources/more-radiation-sources/wi-fi
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Does wi-fi cause any health effects?
It is the assessment of ARPANSA and other national and international health authorities, including the World Health Organization (WHO), that there is no established scientific evidence of adverse health effects below current exposure limits.

Wi-fi devices and access points are low powered, typically 0.1 watt (100 milliwatts). A measurement study conducted by ARPANSA showed that exposure to RF EME from wi-fi in schools is much lower than the limit for public exposure specified in the ARPANSA Standard.

US (with references to CDC, FCC, EPA, FDA, OSHA and NIOSH):
https://www.fcc.gov/engineering-technology/electromagnetic-compatibility-division/radio-frequency-safety/faq/rf-safety#Q2
https://www.cdc.gov/nceh/radiation/wearable.html
https://www.cdc.gov/nceh/radiation/nonionizing_radiation.html
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Summary: General public is not exposed to any harmful RF radiation. Concerns regarding health hazard have been unable to be reproduce any results to indicate health concerns for the low levels typically encountered by the general public. The situation is different for factory workers.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Rover1822 on September 06, 2020, 03:52:21 PM
I think we have wandered a bit off topic
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: rkl on September 06, 2020, 03:53:19 PM
I totally agree. But I think it makes no harm to rest in more "quiet" environment.
that's why I wanted to have such option in the station. I'm very surprised it's not available as wifi chipset used by ecowitt got simple command capability in code that can put wifi chipset to deep sleep.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: galfert on September 06, 2020, 04:23:35 PM
The HP2551 needs WiFi to keep the clock in sync. This ensures also that the date is right and so that moon phase and sunrise/sunset are correct. WiFi is also used for firmware updates. It is also required so that you can manage upload services. Having it on 24/7 ensures that you can do these functions however infrequent easily and not cause more customer service inquiries. The device was designed to upload to a bunch of online services. These online services track high's and lows and totals. Most people do everything they can to ensure that their weather station stays up 24/7. If you aren't uploading 24/7 then you might as well not bother uploading at all. I don't see this device ever gaining the ability to turn off WiFi. Well actually....just power it up to the same outlet controlled by same wall switch as your night stand light...problem solved.

Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: rkl on September 06, 2020, 04:43:13 PM
Your assumption would be right if that would be my only console. But in this case it's 3rd.
Anyway, different people, different needs. Probably having such option from console menu wouldn't do any harm.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: galfert on September 06, 2020, 04:46:39 PM
Your assumption would be right if that would be my only console. But in this case it's 3rd.
Anyway, different people, different needs. Probably having such option from console menu wouldn't do any harm.

Okay. Good news is that Ecowitt is very receptive in listening to its customers requests.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: wwk on October 07, 2020, 10:13:41 AM
New wifi firmware 1.5.4 available.

Is there any chance to find moon rise/set times on HP2551 console in the future? For us living close to north polar circle it is very important information during loooong winter nights.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on November 09, 2020, 10:03:03 AM
New version of the Console firmware for the HP2551 and variants (excepting Ambient)
V 1.6.9

https://osswww.ecowitt.net/uploads/20201107/HP2551_V1.6.9.zip

V1.6.9 Firmware Update for HP2551/2553 WiFi Weather Station:
1.Add the function of setting path in Customized server interface
2.Change the abbreviation of week and month to the first three letters
3.When the lightning display is greater than 1 day, and the "days" are displayed
4.Forced to save historical data to flash every day at 23:59:59 and 00:00:00 and upload it to the server to prevent omission of rain…
5.Optimize SD card file configuration default parameter algorithm

apologies, I see this has already been posted!
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: sky_watcher on November 13, 2020, 07:12:02 AM
New version of the Console firmware for the HP2551 and variants (excepting Ambient)
V 1.6.9

https://osswww.ecowitt.net/uploads/20201107/HP2551_V1.6.9.zip

This appears to have caused me some grief. I get the changes described, and the sensor readings as expected, but I have lost all the battery readings and the model is now showing as "WS2350", was "HP2550_Pro_V1.6.0". The console shows the firmware as "PRO_1.6.9".

It would appear that I don't have the correct file, or there is something else I should do.

Anyone got any thoughts?
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Gyvate on November 13, 2020, 10:38:53 AM
New version of the Console firmware for the HP2551 and variants (excepting Ambient)
V 1.6.9

https://osswww.ecowitt.net/uploads/20201107/HP2551_V1.6.9.zip

This appears to have caused me some grief. I get the changes described, and the sensor readings as expected, but I have lost all the battery readings and the model is now showing as "WS2350", was "HP2550_Pro_V1.6.0". The console shows the firmware as "PRO_1.6.9".

It would appear that I don't have the correct file, or there is something else I should do.

Anyone got any thoughts?
Mine does say the same thing "Pro_V1.6.9", my model has remained the same "HP1000SE-Pro" (the Froggit edition of the HP2551); and as far as I recall the firmware version was "HP2551_Pro_V1.6.7" before. No idea why they saved 5 characters.

The WS2350/WH2350 is a different console and its update works only via WS View. No idea where this comes from in your case.
I downloaded the same file from the same link.
With the console/sensor array names Ecowitt are not always clear with the 2nd letter: sometimes it's WH, sometimes it's WS - with the same number code behind
(and still the same thing and it sometimes changes permanently or temporarily).
Only with the single sensors they are sort of consistent - it's always WH or WN, never (so far) WS.

What battery readings are you talking about ?
Where do you/did you have them ? On the main display page of the console ? Or where else ?
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: sky_watcher on November 13, 2020, 02:43:27 PM

Mine does say the same thing "Pro_V1.6.9", my model has remained the same "HP1000SE-Pro" (the Froggit edition of the HP2551); and as far as I recall the firmware version was "HP2551_Pro_V1.6.7" before. No idea why they saved 5 characters.

The WS2350/WH2350 is a different console and its update works only via WS View. No idea where this comes from in your case.
I downloaded the same file from the same link.
With the console/sensor array names Ecowitt are not always clear with the 2nd letter: sometimes it's WH, sometimes it's WS - with the same number code behind
(and still the same thing and it sometimes changes permanently or temporarily).
Only with the single sensors they are sort of consistent - it's always WH or WN, never (so far) WS.

What battery readings are you talking about ?
Where do you/did you have them ? On the main display page of the console ? Or where else ?
Oops! Too late at night here when I stuffed this up. I had accidently downloaded the other file earlier and forgot about it and after a local disturbance I came back and installed the wrong one.

The battery reading coming come in the uploaded message from the console to a site like Ecowitt.net or in this case, my local web server.

EDIT: I must stop doing this stuff so late at night,  :roll:
This morning, I downloaded a fresh copy of the file and it appeared to install, but it makes no difference. Now I'm not sure that I installed the file I accidentally downloaded earlier, or whether this fresh file did not actually install because it has the same version number as what was installed.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Gyvate on November 13, 2020, 06:46:24 PM

EDIT: I must stop doing this stuff so late at night,  :roll:
This morning, I downloaded a fresh copy of the file and it appeared to install, but it makes no difference. Now I'm not sure that I installed the file I accidentally downloaded earlier, or whether this fresh file did not actually install because it has the same version number as what was installed.
You can tell from the console behaviour - when you insert the SD card with the user.bin file, the console should start an update process and reboot - if it does, it has installed the update. The user.bin file gets usually deleted after the update. You can check if it is still there. 
If you still have your old, earlier firmware version, you can set the console back to the earlier version and then again start the update to 1.6.9 - I think the console doesn't check if the firmware version already exists. It just takes a user.bin file when it finds it and executes the update (even if it is a downgrade). If it happens to be more intelligent, you will notice - then it should complain that the firmware you want to install has an earlier version.
Anyhow - that file from that link works - at least it worked with me and some others.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: wardie on November 15, 2020, 01:06:26 PM
Just upgraded here, no issues other than it seemed to reset the daily hi//lows. Dunno if that’s expected, but not big deal as stats & history stored elsewhere.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: olicat on November 25, 2020, 05:33:05 AM
Hi!

New WIFI-firmware out:

New Firmware EasyWeatherV1.5.5
1. When the time zone is changed, the time zone and sunrise and sunset are immediately obtained.

Oliver
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Gyvate on November 25, 2020, 01:49:53 PM
Thanks for the info - the strange thing is that now my EasyWeather devices appear twice in the device list   :eek: -
e.g. as
EasyWeather-WIFI18AD
and as
EasyWeather-WIFI18AD V1.5.5
No functional issue observed so far.
Either entry provides the same information and functionality.

I'm wondering what that exactly means: "when the time zone is changed" ?
When I travel with my PWS in another time zone ? (a very rare case I suppose)
Or do they mean the change between Daylight Saving Time (Summer Time)
to normal time ? Or when I actively change the time zone in the console ?
Anyone has any idea about this ?
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Autofill on November 29, 2020, 07:30:36 PM
I can confirm mine is doing the same as you are observing. Its not the case when I list the devices on ecowitt.net,that shows the proper number of devices without the duplicate.

Thanks for the info - the strange thing is that now my EasyWeather devices appear twice in the device list   :eek: -
e.g. as
EasyWeather-WIFI18AD
and as
EasyWeather-WIFI18AD V1.5.5
No functional issue observed so far.
Either entry provides the same information and functionality.

I'm wondering what that exactly means: "when the time zone is changed" ?
When I travel with my PWS in another time zone ? (a very rare case I suppose)
Or do they mean the change between Daylight Saving Time (Summer Time)
to normal time ? Or when I actively change the time zone in the console ?
Anyone has any idea about this ?
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: olicat on December 03, 2020, 05:02:47 AM
Hi!

There's again a new WIFI-firmware out:

New Firmware EasyWeatherV1.5.6
1. When the time zone is changed, the time zone and sunrise and sunset are immediately obtained

This is the same description as last week for v1.5.5.
Strange ...

Oliver
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Gyvate on December 03, 2020, 06:46:31 AM
As I had mentioned earlier in the thread (see two posts above), after the update to 1.5.5 there were two entries for the same device in the list - the so far usual one "EasyWeather-WIFIxxxx" and "EasyWeather-WIFIxxxx V.1.5.5". After the update to 1.5.6 (and independent of which entry you choose, with or without V.1.5.5) there is now only one entry per device left - and it now says: "EasyWeather-WIFIxxxx V1.5.6".
I think that was the change - to remove the redundant entries.  ;)
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Gyvate on December 03, 2020, 07:38:19 AM
One more thing - if we have owners of an Ambient console like WS-2000/WS-5000 or WS-2902 who are reading this thread, I'd like to get a few pieces of information from them:

a) does the AMBnet app behave the same way regarding WiFi firmware update as the WS View app does ? i.e. once you start the app freshly and hit on the entry of your device in the device list, does a pop-up window appear announcing the availability of an update of the WiFi software/firmware ?

Or does it have a different mechanism like
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Is this still up-to-date ?

b) is there also a new version like 4.2.9 or so available right now ? I know that there was a version 4.2.8 available for a short period but then disappeared again from public access. Until recently the official WiFi firmware version has been 4.2.6 (as per www.ambientweather.net (http://www.ambientweather.net))

c) does the device now also show in the device list (like with the Ecowitt consoles) as "AMBWeather-WIFIxxx V4.2.8" or so  or still the "old" way "AMBWeather-WIFIxxxx" only ?

Any information update is appreaciated here !  :grin: :-)
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: olicat on December 03, 2020, 07:43:50 AM
Hi!

For Ambient v4.2.8 is current.

Oliver
Title: HP2551 Firmware Update - WiFi firmware 1.5.6
Post by: Gyvate on December 03, 2020, 08:41:01 AM
Also, just noticed - when one owns a WH2320E/WS2320 (Froggit WH4000SE WiFi) and uses the database console application (WeatherSmart for WiFi, WeatherSmartIP), the application gets stuck after the firmware update. You have to re-select the device (as the device name changed by adding the "V.1.5.6" text to its name). Before with V1.5.5 and two device names for the same device being available, this was not necessary.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: galfert on December 03, 2020, 09:04:50 AM
The correct name for the Ambient mobile app is awnet. Just like that in lower case as that is how it shows up everywhere in the app and in the app stores and in documentation.

In the awnet device list the consoles are listed just the same as they are in WS View with no version. But once into the device you do see the mention of the version just as Ecowitt consoles. What I'm saying is that it is the same thing for either.

I've not used awnet mobile in some time because WS View does the same thing and has the added advantage of being one place to manage both Ecowitt and Ambient consoles. With awnet app only the Ambient consoles show up. But last I remember the awnet app does not prompt for firmware updates with the pop-up like in WS View. You do see the Firmware Update button show up though.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Gyvate on December 03, 2020, 09:45:04 AM
The correct name for the Ambient mobile app is awnet. Just like that in lower case as that is how it shows up everywhere in the app and in the app stores and in documentation.
Thanks, George, as usual impeccable - of course "awnet" - have written that also in the matrix comment ... - my bad ...
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In the awnet device list the consoles are listed just the same as they are in WS View with no version. But once into the device you do see the mention of the version just as Ecowitt consoles. What I'm saying is that it is the same thing for either.
I was wondering if with a recent update the version number is also added. That's why I asked this question.
With Ecowitt in the WS View app that hadn't been the case before V.1.5.5
So there may still be something hiding in the bushes ...
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I've not used awnet mobile in some time because WS View does the same thing and has the added advantage of being one place to manage both Ecowitt and Ambient consoles. With awnet app only the Ambient consoles show up. But last I remember the awnet app does not prompt for firmware updates with the pop-up like in WS View. You do see the Firmware Update button show up though.
OK - so the screen shot is still up-to-date and no pop-up window on the awnet app.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Autofill on December 03, 2020, 10:52:33 AM
This update was probably used to fix the duplicate error that I and others have observed in the WSapp. The duplicate issue is now resolved with this latest update.


Hi!

New WIFI-firmware out:

New Firmware EasyWeatherV1.5.5
1. When the time zone is changed, the time zone and sunrise and sunset are immediately obtained.

Oliver
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: dtzo on January 08, 2021, 08:44:42 AM
Hello ruislv and others
Did you manage to fix the problem ?
I have experienced a similar problem. After working for 1-2 days, there was suddenly no more observations from the outside sensors. The red LED was constantly on and stayed on no matter how i tried to reset, take out batteries etc. Any suggestions on how to fix this?
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Mandrake on January 08, 2021, 09:58:06 AM
Sounds like the external sensor is in trouble if its not responding to a reset.
You could try covering the solar panel and removing the batteries for a few days. That will allow it to run down the supercapacitor and without batteries it will be like a hard reset.
Hopefully when you add the batteries and uncover the panel it will spring back to life though you will need to reregister the external sensor on your console and/or GW1000 if you have any as it will likely come back with a new sensor id.

If that does not work then I think you are in faulty hardware territory and need to do a return if you can under warranty.
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: wardie on January 09, 2021, 10:35:46 AM
you will need to reregister the external sensor on your console and/or GW1000 if you have any as it will likely come back with a new sensor id.
Does the Sensor ID change with every hard reset / power cycle then? I'd (maybe wrongly) assumed it was a property set per physical instance of a device to ID it... Is there like a UUID then for sensors?
Title: Re: HP2551 Firmware Update
Post by: Gyvate on January 09, 2021, 11:32:57 AM
you will need to reregister the external sensor on your console and/or GW1000 if you have any as it will likely come back with a new sensor id.
Does the Sensor ID change with every hard reset / power cycle then? I'd (maybe wrongly) assumed it was a property set per physical instance of a device to ID it... Is there like a UUID then for sensors?
Hi
this will depend on your sensor types.
they all keep their ID - they have a hard coded ID afaik - however, if you have multiple extra sensors (of one type)  like WH31 multi-channel, WH41/43 PM PM2.5 air quality, WH51 soil moisture, WH55 water leakage ...., their channel assignment sequence can change after a reset/reboot.
example: you have 4 WH31 tem/hum extra sensors
before reset/reboot the situation is such (IDs fictitious)
WH31 channel 1: ID e3
WH31 channel 2: ID a8
WH31 channel 3: ID 1c
WH31 channel 4: ID bb
after the reboot/reset the assignment of channel to ID can still be the same, but need not be the same.

That's why in such a case the following procedure with rebuild your original assignment: you disable all 4 sensors (example !) in the WSView app, then remove batteries from the sensors except from the one which is supposed to be channel one.
Then enable this sensor and wait until the sensor has been recognized by the console and assigned to channel 1. And continue until all channels/sensors are matching again.
Same applies to multiple WH41, WH51, WH55 sensors.
Background is that after the reboot the console is looking for active sensors and assigns to the channels 1-8 (or 1-4 depending on sensor type) whichever sensor ID it catches first as channel one and so forth.
But this might not be your original sequence.... (hence earlier said: can be but need not be)