IntelliCenter® Control System Firmware Download

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IntellICenter® firmware version 2.026 is now available to download.

A pop-up in the mobile app and outdoor control panel will notify pool owners impacted by the pulse, over-the-air (OTA) release and allow them to opt in or out.

Key Feature Updates:
  • The solar relay output can now be repurposed to support heat pump operation
  • Heat/cool heat pump now supports a maximum temperature of 104 degrees
  • IntelliChlor® and iChlor® Salt Chlorine Generators now support the “Super Chlorinate” feature
  • Globe icon confirms connectivity to the internet
  • The Pentair fish icon indicates connectivity to the Pentair AWS® backend
Significant bug fixes in these categories:

Reach out to your regional sales manager or automation specialist on any specific issues noted.

  • Logic and schedules
  • Freeze protection
  • Pool cover
  • Heaters
  • Pumps
  • Sanitizers
  • Lights
  • Setup wizard
  • Security
  • OTA
  • Login

Check Your Current Firmware

Go to your IntelliCenter and from the Home screen, select Settings > Advanced System Configuration > System

arrow down, bottom right corner of screen
system menu item, bottom of screen
bottom menu item, firmware update

Next to System Information, you will see your firmware version on the System screen. If your firmware is 1.047, click Firmware Update and follow the screens under Step 2 and select Firmware 1.064.

Update Your Firmware

Based on your current firmware version, click the applicable instructions below.

Updating to Firmware 2.026 Instructions

You cannot update your system to firmware 2.026 unless your current version 1.064 or higher.

Check the Pentair Pool app or outdoor control panel for the New Update Available.

Select yes if your current firmware version is 1.064 or higher. The screen will change from Installing Firmware to System Rebooting to Complete Installation.

 

Note: If there isn’t a message in the Pentair Pool app or the IntelliCenter2 app or at the control panel, please contact Technical Support, and they will walk you through the steps to update your system to firmware 1.064.

Manual Firmware Update (USB):

If you prefer manual installation, you can download the 2.026 file to a USB device and install it onto your panel.

If you choose this installation method, follow the 1.047 instruction process below.

Updating to Firmware 1.064 Instructions

You cannot update your system to firmware 1.064 unless your current version is 1.047.

Check the IntelliCenter2 app or control panel for the New Update Available notification.

Select Yes if your current firmware version is 1.047. The screen will change from Installing Firmware to System Rebooting to Complete Installation.

new update available screen
installing firmware
system rebooting to complete installation

Note: If there isn’t a message in the IntelliCenter2 app or at the control panel, please contact Technical Support, and they will walk you through the steps to update your system to firmware 1.047.

Manual Firmware Update (USB):

If you prefer manual installation, you can download the 1.064 file to a USB device and install it onto your panel.

If you choose this installation method, follow the 1.047 instruction process below.

If you receive a notification to update your system to 1.064, but your current firmware version is not 1.047, you will need to manually update your system to 1.047 before receiving the 1.064 notification.

Updating to Firmware 1.047 via USB Instructions

Please follow the USB directions below to update your IntelliCenter manually.

STEP 1:
Click the download button to download firmware version 1.047 to your computer. Copy the file name update-ocp-1-047.pfw (1-064.pfw if you are manually installing firmware 1.064) to a USB flash drive on your computer.

Note: You will need a USB flash drive with at least 20MB of space.

STEP 2:
Insert the USB flash drive with the firmware v.1.047 into the USB port on the IntelliCenter Control Panel.

usb port location

STEP 3:
A USB icon should appear next to the Pentair logo, on the top row of the IntelliCenter screen, indicating that your USB flash drive is recognized.

usb indicator

STEP 4:
From the Home screen, go to Settings > Advanced System Configuration > System > Firmware Update

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menu system
menu firmware update

STEP 6:
Choose Update from USB and select the update file you copied on the USB flash drive.

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STEP 7:
Choose update from firmware file Update_OCP_v1.047

The file will begin copying and detecting the file. Then follow and watch these screens to begin the download process.

select 1.047 firmware file
copying files to intellicenter
detecting usb device

STEP 8:
Once the file has been detected, click Ok to begin the firmware installation. Allow for the firmware file to configure with your IntelliCenter.

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loading firmware

STEP 9:
Click Ok once you reach the release notes screens. Next, when the screen prompts you, remove your USB flash drive.

click ok
remove usb to complete process

Verify your IntelliCenter Firmware Update

Verify the firmware update: From the Home screen, tap Settings > Advanced System Configuration > System > Firmware

Once your firmware is 1.047, you can wait 48 hours for the 1.064 notification or repeat the 1.047 install process with the 1.064 file.

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menu system
menu firmware update
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The IntelliCenter® Pool Control System Is Now a Member of the Pentair Pool App Family

The Pentair Pool app is our premier app experience for managing pool equipment. Its intuitive design and simple navigation allow you to monitor and control your pool from anywhere. IntelliCenter owners can now control their automation system on the Pentair Pool app.

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