[RE04] Release Notes for FW v1.0.1.73

Released 4/9/2025 - Updated 3/31/2025

For Models: RE6504, RE7504, RE8604

[New Features]

Mic-in volume adjustment

Users can now customize the mic-in volume in the BenQ Board Settings menu under Advanced Accessories Mic-in volume.

One-tap power saving

Users can now quickly enable power saving with Eco mode  in the BenQ Board Settings menu under Display Energy saving.

Ukrainian-language translation

The Ukrainian language is now available as a translation option on the BenQ Board.

Customizable boot-up animation

Users can now customize the board’s boot-up animation in the BenQ Board Settings menu under Advanced Boot logo and animation.

Customizable front-panel Settings button

Users can now choose to set the board’s front-panel Settings button functionality to Freeze screen and Blank screen only in addition to Settings. They can customize it in the BenQ Board Settings menu under Display Advanced settings → Front panel Settings button.

[Enhancements]

  • Updated out-of-box experience (OOBE) End-User License Agreement (EULA) strings. 
  • Improved the board’s compatibility with connected cameras.
  • Improved the BenQ Board Settings menu webcam display status.
  • Improved Multi-window mode touch performance for slot-in PCs and EZWrite when used in conjunction with a slot-in PC.
  • Improved syncing of the device name with DMS web.
  • Improved the stability of InstaShare 2 screen sharing to the board.
  • Enhanced the board’s Wi-Fi stability.
  • Enhanced DMS automation for improved Wi-Fi performance.

[Fixed Issues]

  • Fixed a Wi-Fi hotspot issue that caused InstaShare 2 to display an incorrect pairing code.
  • Fixed an issue that caused non-NFC-enabled models to display an NFC login option.
  • Fixed an issue that caused the child lock icon to be displayed during Authentication mode. 
  • Fixed an issue that caused the BBC Bitesize web game to launch incorrectly at the following URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize.
  • Fixed an issue that prevented users from switching to recent sources when using the Sidebar.
  • Fixed an issue that caused the Wi-Fi hotspot to become disabled after a reboot.
  • Fixed an issue that caused audio output to function incorrectly when playing videos on Disney Plus.

[Apps Updated]

  • Account Settings to 2.1.10.0
  • Launcher to 1.2.8.0
  • IFPSidebar to 1.1.5.0
  • IFPWidget to 1.1.1.3
  • QOTA tools to 2.3.1.13
  • EZWrite 6 to 1.4.6.0
  • EZTools to 1.2.6.0
  • AMS Files to 2.2.l.1
  • AMS Office to 1.0.6.0
  • BroadcastSetting to 2.4.22.0
  • DMS Client to 3.2.11.0
  • InstaShare 2 to 1.7.0.0

[Update Instructions]

This update requires manual installation through DMS or on the BenQ Board.

Updating the firmware from DMS

⚠️ Warning

The firmware update restarts the devices automatically. Make sure to update the firmware during off hours.

  1. Go to https://dms.benq.com.
  2. Log in with your admin credentials.
  3. From the main menu, click Firmware. The list of available device models appears.
  4. Locate your BenQ Board model, and then click Update. The update summary appears.
  5. Review the update details, and then click Update.

    Tip: You can also click Schedule to schedule the update at a later time.

    Updating the firmware from the BenQ Board

    ⚠️ Warning

    • The firmware update requires a system restart. Make sure to save all important data before proceeding.
    • The update process may take a few minutes to complete. Ensure that there are no interruptions. Do not power off the device or disconnect from the internet to prevent permanent damage to the display.
    1. Open the Settings menu.
    2. Tap System → About → System update.
    3. Tap Update. The system downloads and updates the firmware and then restarts automatically.