How to reset or factory restore Sewon SGD-1050 device?
Sewon's SGD-1050 is a device that can be used in various settings, such as industrial automation, factory management systems, and more. In case of issues with the device, it may be necessary to reset or factory restore it to its original state. Here are the most common and recommended ways to reset or factory restore a Sewon SGD-1050 device:
Method 1: Using the default settings on the device
If the device's USB port has been unlocked and possesses other settings disabled or unlocked, it may require considering the hardware reset or having a professional do the job.
1. After unlocking the USB port, ensure it is open for configuration.
2. Download the latest firmware on a computer using internet browsers and create a bootable USB FAT on the device.
3. Insert the USB memory into the USB device.
4. Press and hold the power button until the device is in UNIPROT mode for about ten seconds.
5. Press and release the power button once to enter DIPSWITCH Configuration Mode.
6. If none of the switch is connected, connect the DIP SWITCH with the 'Patch Mode' and proceed with next step.
7. Turn clockwise conductive switch 1 and leave switch 2 in its "OFF" position.
8. Press the Reset button followed by the Unlock button, then release the buttons when it power out.
9. The device will enter bootloader mode. You will be prompted to perform a full erase of Erase/AUTO and confirm the settings.
10. Press the Auto/Erase/AUTO button felt on the back panel of the device to proceed with the bootloader.
11. Press and hold the Boot button for five seconds, and then release it.
12. Press and hold the Power button while the Boot button is depressed until the device is in factory reset mode.
13. Press Power button repeatedly until it evaluates the device ID.
14. Press enter according to the device ID.
15. Once the device is initialized, the setup menu will be displayed.
Method 2: External configuration
If the device's factory reset cannot be accomplished with a bootloader, consider using an external configuration. Here's how:
1. Remove the device from power source.
2. Press and hold the power button until it goes into UNIPROT mode.
3. Use the USB connection to connect the device to the computer.
4. Download the latest firmware version of the software for PC.
5. Open the device in Driving Configuration software again.
6. Navigate to the "Erase" option.
7. Press the Auto/Erase/AUTO button followed by the Erase button to proceed with the bootloader.
8. Press the Boot button repeatedly until the device is in factory reset mode.
9. Once the device is initialized, the setup menu will be displayed.
Method 3: Using DIPSWITCH Configuration Mode
If you have gone through all the above-mentioned methods and the device is still having issues, try using the DIPSWITCH Configuration Mode for resetting the device. Here are the steps:
1. After unlocking the USB port, ensure it is open for configuration.
2. Download the latest firmware on a computer using internet browsers and create a bootable USB FAT on the device.
3. Insert the USB memory into the USB device.
4. Press and hold the power button until the device is in UNIPROT mode for about ten seconds.
5. Press and release the power button once to enter DIPSWITCH Configuration Mode.
6. Turn clockwise conductive switch 2 to "ON" and leave switch 1 in "OFF" position.
7. Press the Reset button followed by the Unlock button and release the buttons.
8. The device will enter bootloader mode. You will be prompted to perform a full erase.
9. press Auto/Erase/AUTO button according to device ID
10. Press and hold the Boot button for five seconds and release.
11. Press and hold the Power button while the Boot button is depressed until the device is in factory reset mode.
12. Once the device is initialized, the setup menu will be displayed.
It's essential to consider that resetting the device to its factory settings will erase all settings and data stored previously, therefore make sure to take note of any important information before resetting, if you can't restore it using the restored backup, you will be unable to recover any settings or data.
