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I upgraded an identical E30bx a few months ago for a client.
It is the late MK1 model with separate navigation pad buttons and the rubber side covers. This was the final version before FLIR moved to the Mk2 model.
Some comments on your specific unit:
1. It will be a 2012 production date and should hopefully have the final MK1 firmware already loaded, but check this before the upgrade. Ensure you are on the final firmware version before the upgrade.
2. Your unit is the E30bx so it may, or may not contain the wireless connectivity module. Some do, some do not. The unit I upgraded did not have the module fitted. This means no Wi-Fi and no Bluetooth.
3. The 'bx' model' does not have temperature range 2 enabled, but it may be available and calibrated ! I understand that Range 2 may be enabled via the Service Menu for which the passwords have been published. I have not tried this though. Access to the service manual is via the USB port using RNDIS. The USB port is easily setup to RNDIS mode using the old "10 second press" of the right navigation button whilst in the camera information menu.
4. I chose to enable most of the available configuration options on my E40 and I do not regret it? There are many additional functions available in the configuration files
You end up with an E60+
5. As part of the standard upgrade you will also release the full 3.1MP resolution of the visible light camera.
6. In case you are unaware, you gain digital video recording with the upgrade
7. Make sure you make multiple backups of your 'virgin' camera as things can go wrong during the upgrade process !
8. My client was stunned by the improvement I unlocked in the E30bx. He said it was like receiving a completely new camera of much greater capability and performance. That is actually pretty close to what he received from me. Before I forget, the upgrade also turns off the awful false noise generator. This is set pretty high on the E30 so the improvement is very noticeable.
Fraser