AudioStar firmware & firmware update utility

AudioStar firmware & firmware update utility is a maintenance tool for updating and managing the firmware on AudioStar hand controllers used with compatible GoTo telescope mounts. It helps keep your controller current with the latest features, stability improvements, and object database or audio file updates, while protecting your existing settings.

Key features:

• Detects the connected controller and displays current vs. available firmware versions
• Downloads and installs official firmware updates with verification and progress feedback
• Backs up and restores user data (e.g., site lists, tours, settings) before updating
• Supports recovery from interrupted or failed updates via bootloader/restore mode
• Manages optional catalogs and audio resources when supported by your controller
• Provides clear guidance to ensure safe, uninterrupted updates

Typical requirements:

• A compatible serial or USB-to-serial connection to the AudioStar hand controller
• Stable external power to the mount/controller during the update
• Exclusive access to the selected COM/serial port (no other apps connected)

Best practice: connect the controller with a reliable cable, ensure steady power, close other serial-port software, and do not disconnect the device until the utility confirms the process is complete.

AudioStar firmware & firmware update utility is developed by Packard Bell. The most popular version of this product among our users is 1.1. The name of the program executable file is RdiskUpdate.exe.

You can check Bose Updater, SP Series Online Update, Shure Update Utility and other related programs like V30 Update Client at the "download" section.