Zhono Provides Official Guide for 10-Second Chip Update

Zhono Provides Official Guide for 10-Second Chip Update

Device Overview

The Progeasy Update is a smart handheld device with replaceable pinboards, designed for the printing consumables industry. Once connected to the internet, it enables instant chip upgrades upon contact, streamlining firmware updates in three simple steps. This solution empowers global toner cartridge factories and traders with an efficient “Contact-to-Upgrade” method, resolving printer firmware upgrade challenges.

Control Panel Overview

Highlights

• Instant Pinboard Replacement
  Swap pinboards in 1-second for different chips.
• Auto-Update upon Chip Contact
  Automatically updates chips upon contact when internet connected.
• Handheld Design
  Lightweight, at 280g, for single-handed operation.

Operation Steps 

Package List

FAQs

Q1: Model Selection

With the Progeasy Update, users don’t need to manually select chip models. When connected to the internet, the device automatically identifies and updates chips upon contact, displaying the result. It’s fast, efficient, and easy to use—even for beginners.

 Q2: Supported Models

Currently, Progeasy Update supports chip models: CF258A/CF259A/CF276A/CF258X/CF259X/CF276X/W2020A/W2030A/W2040A.

For additional chip models, please contact your sales representative.

In the future, Zhono will continue to support additional models based on market demand.

*NOTE: This device currently supports only Zhono chips.

Q3: Pinboard Purchase

The Progeasy Update consists of a Progeasy Update Head and a Pinboard.

If users need to upgrade two different chip series, the corresponding two pinboards are required. The Progeasy Update Head is compatible with different brands and chip series, significantly reducing costs. For pinboard pricing, please contact your sales representative.

Q4: Network Connection

1. Progeasy Update currently does not support public Wi-Fi requiring web login verification (e.g., Wi-Fi in airports, hotels, etc.).
2. This device automatically reconnects to previously authorized Wi-Fi networks when powered on.
3. If your Wi-Fi isn’t listed, please click the refresh icon in the top right.
4. For optimal performance, connect to a strong Wi-Fi signal, and keep the Progeasy Update as close as possible to the hotspot during use. For example, if you’re using a laptop to create a hotspot, the Progeasy Update may not function properly if it is more than 10 meters away from the laptop due to a weakened signal.

 Q5: Contact between Pins and the Chip

1. Ensure proper alignment between the pins and the chip contact points during updates.Please refer to the diagram shown on the screen.
2. Please maintain contact between the pins and the chip during the upgrade process.
3. When the pins touch the chip, the prompt [Chip Detected!] appears, followed by the [Downloading] prompt.
4. Upgrades take approximately 10 seconds.The upgrade time may vary depending on network conditions.
5. After a successful upgrade, the prompt [Update Success!] appears.The prompt [Latest Version] displays when you update the same chip again.
6. For chips that have already been updated, the prompt [Latest Version] will appear.

While the industry still struggles with slow firmware updates, Progeasy Update revolutionizes chip upgrades with its 10-second touch technology—turning an industry challenge into your competitive edge.

About Zhono

Guangzhou Zhono Microelectronics Co., Ltd., known worldwide as ‘Zhono’, is a leading chip supplier in the printing industry. Established in 2013, Zhono specializes in the R&D, design, production, and sales of printing chips. Its chips supply fields including office printing, consumables, authentication, and other related industries. Zhono has established R&D centers in Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Xi’an in China, and operates branches in the United States and Europe, offering a worldwide sales channel.

As an independent chip supplier, Zhono highly values technological innovation, intellectual property, and environmental sustainability. Zhono has obtained hundreds of intellectual property achievements, including patented technology products and invention patents. Zhono has also successfully passed numerous ISO certifications and environmental conservation certifications. The quality of Zhono’s products and technologies are widely recognized by thousands of their international customers.

Becoming the world’s leading technology-riven company is Zhono’s vision, and ‘imaging a better world’ is its mission. Zhonowill continue enacting business practice with integrity, professionalism, innovation and a strict determination to provide high quality products and better services and solutions for customers in the printing industry.

For more information about these products and more, please visit Zhono’s official website at www.zhono.com or send emails to info@zhono.com.

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