MakaGiC L7 Firmware Upgrade Guide
We are committed to continuously improving our firmware to ensure your device performs at its best.
Our new Web-Based Upgrade Assistant is now live! No App downloads or third-party software installations are required. You can perform the firmware update directly inside your web browser for a seamless, fast, and stable experience.
No App or Driver Needed: Powered by Web Serial technology, eliminating the hassle of downloading mobile/desktop apps or installing complex drivers.
Efficient & Convenient: Update directly via your web browser with a user-friendly and reliable workflow.
I. Preparations
1. Data Cable: A high-quality USB to Type-C data cable (we recommend using a high-quality mobile phone cable to ensure stable data transfer) .
2. Computer: A desktop or laptop with stable performance.
3. Browser (Essential): You must use ‘Google Chrome’ to access the update tool.
4. Firmware File: Download the latest firmware package (.bin format) from the official website and save it to your desktop.
II. Upgrade Guide
· PC Side
Important Note: Please ensure you use Google Chrome to open the upgrade link. You can access the tool in one of the following two ways:
a) Direct Access: Open the link directly at: https://www.makagic.com/pages/download_l7
b) Via Official Website: Visit https://www.makagic.com/
click on the 'SUPPORT' tab, and select 'MAKAGIC L7' from the menu as shown below.（a or b）
a
Step 1: Download
In the left-hand menu, click 'Firmware'.
Find the correct .bin file for your device.
Click 'Download' and wait for the process to complete (refer to the image below).
Once you have saved the (.bin) file, select 'Upgrade Tool' from the left menu, and click 'Open Web App' inside the highlighted 'Web Upgrade Assistant' card.
· Hardware Connection
Step 2: Connect
With the device securely connected to your computer, click the 'Connect' button to select and open the corresponding serial port.
· Web Tool
Select the 'USB Serial' port from the list. If it does not appear, disconnect and reconnect the L7.
Click 'Connect'. Once established, a green indicator will light up, and the status will change to 'Port Open' or 'Connected'.
If the connection fails, please refresh the page and repeat the steps.
Step 3: Upload
Once the connection is established, click ‘Choose File’ to locate the (.bin) file you saved earlier, select it, and click ‘Open’.
Please ensure that the interface matches the image below to confirm that the connection has been established successfully. If the fields are displayed incorrectly, please disconnect and repeat the connection steps.
After verifying all settings, click 'Start'. When the warning dialog appears, click 'Confirm' to begin.
Important: Once the upgrade starts, please wait patiently. Do not disconnect the cable, close the browser, or operate your mouse and keyboard until the process is fully complete. Any interruption may cause the upgrade to fail.
Step 4: Success
During the process, an upgrade icon will appear on the L7 screen.
Once the progress bar reaches 100% and the message "Upgrade Success" is displayed, the process is complete.
Disconnect the USB cable, then press and hold the Menu button to power on the device and experience the new firmware.
Important Note: Troubleshooting Interrupted Updates
If the connection is interrupted—due to device movement or system interference—and the upgrade fails, please follow these steps:
Reset the Device: Press and hold the Menu button for at least 5 seconds.
Reconnect: Unplug and re-insert the USB-C cable.
Refresh: Refresh the browser page and restart the upgrade process from the beginning.
