Update the SMART System Software via the SMART Control Panel - SMART System

For most users, the simplest way to update a SMART System is to use the browser-based SMART Control Panel.

1. To check the currently installed version of the SMART System Software, open the SMART Control Panel and check the Version text at the bottom of the navigation panel.
   
   
2. Download the latest version of the SMART System Software for your installed version of Ubuntu.
   Important: SMART System Software 1.3.6 is the last version compatible with Ubuntu 18.04LTS. To update to 1.3.7 or later, you must first update the operating system to Ubuntu 22.04LTS.
   1. Go to https://www.wildlifeacoustics.com and go to My Account > Downloads > SMART > SMART System Software.
   2. Select the entry for your currently installed version of Ubuntu.
   3. Complete the required Export Certification form and select Download.
      The SMART System Software will be downloaded as a .deb file.
3. Go to the SMART Control Panel and go to Administration.
4. Under Upgrade or Install Package, drag and drop the SMART System Software file, or click the highlighted area to select the file.
5. Select Upload and Install.
   You will lose your connection to the SMART Control Panel as the SMART Controller reboots and completes the installation process. The update process may take up to thirty seconds.
6. Refresh your browser window.