Firmware Updates
Keep your Astrion Remote up to date with the latest features and improvements. All software updates are delivered over-the-air (OTA) through the Astrion Launcher. RosCard updates are managed via HACS in Home Assistant.
Overview
Astrion Remote firmware updates are delivered over-the-air (OTA) through the Astrion Launcher. When a new version is available, you'll see a red dot notification next to the version number in the About section of Settings.
Each firmware update includes new features, improvements, and bug fixes. Some updates may also require updating the RosCard components in Home Assistant to access new functionality.
✅ Current Stable Version: V1.4.0 — Released July 2026. Includes stability improvements, bug fixes, and performance enhancements. V1.5.0 is coming soon with new features!
⚠️ Before You Update
Software updates and RosCard updates go hand in hand. New Astrion Remote software features often require an updated RosCard version to function properly.
- Check both versions: Always verify both your Astrion Remote software version and RosCard version before updating.
- Update in the right order: It's recommended to update the Astrion Remote software first, then RosCard, then clear the HA frontend cache.
- Keep versions aligned: The best compatibility is achieved when both components are on matching recent versions.
⚠️ Critical: If you are upgrading from an older version (e.g., v1.0.35 or earlier), you must resave all existing RosCard cards and rebind all physical shortcut keys after the update.
Step-by-Step Update Guide
Part 1: Update Astrion Remote Software (OTA)
1 Check Current Software Version
On your Astrion Remote, go to Settings → About and note the current Software Version. If you see a red dot next to the version number, an update is available.
2 Connect to Wi-Fi
Ensure your Astrion Remote is connected to a stable Wi-Fi network. The update file is downloaded over the internet.
3 Check for Update
Go to Settings → About → Check for Updates. The remote will check for available updates and display any new version.
4 Download and Install
Tap Download to begin. Once complete, the remote will prompt you to Install. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Important: Ensure the remote has at least 50% battery before starting installation. The remote will restart automatically.
Part 2: Update RosCard (HACS)
5 Update RosCard via HACS
Most new software features require an updated RosCard version. For V1.4.0, ensure RosCard is updated to V1.4.0 for full compatibility[reference:2].
- Open Home Assistant → HACS → Frontend
- Search for RosCard and check for updates
- Click Download to install the latest version
6 Clear Home Assistant Frontend Cache
After updating RosCard, you must clear the HA frontend cache for changes to take effect.
- Web Browser: Right-click the refresh button → Empty cache and hard reload
- HA Companion App (Android/iOS): Settings → Companion App → Troubleshooting → Reset frontend cache
- Alternative: Restart Home Assistant completely
7 Refresh Astrion Remote
On your Astrion Remote, pull down from the top of the home screen and tap Refresh to load the updated RosCard views.
✅ Update Complete! Your Astrion Remote and RosCard are now on the latest versions with full compatibility.
Major Version Upgrades
For major version upgrades (e.g., from V1.0.x to V1.1.x or V1.2.x), additional steps may be required to ensure full compatibility.
When a Major Upgrade is Required
- Internal structure changes — When the underlying card architecture changes
- New card types — When new RosCard features are introduced
- Entity ID changes — When the card identification system changes
Major Upgrade Steps
- Step 1: Update Astrion Remote software via OTA
- Step 2: Update RosCard via HACS
- Step 3: Delete and re-add RosCard cards in your Home Assistant dashboard (not just resave)
- Step 4: Rebind all physical shortcut keys
- Step 5: Clear HA frontend cache and refresh the remote
⚠️ Important: If you skip the "delete and re-add" step for major upgrades, cards may not display correctly or may show "No matching device" errors. This is because the internal card ID system may have changed.
Version History
Below is a summary of significant software and firmware releases for the Astrion Remote. Always update to the latest version for the best experience.
Software V1.5.0
- New: Astrion hardware entity realization (sensor integration)
- New: Battery, brightness, and gravity sensors integrated into HA
- New: Physical button operations encapsulated as HA events
- Note: Requires RosCard V1.5.0 for new features
Software V1.4.0
- Improved: Device discovery stability
- Improved: Integration reliability
- Fixed: Issue where integration sometimes failed to discover the remote[reference:3]
- Note: Requires RosCard V1.4.0 for full compatibility[reference:4]
Software V1.2.0
- New: Local IR control support
- New: TV Card supports binding Astrion IR entities
- New: TV Card supports binding Harmony HUB entities
- New: TV Card custom background support
- New: TV Card supports binding media_player entities
- Note: Requires RosCard V1.2.0
Software V1.1.3 / RosCard V1.1.2
- New: Scene & Script Card customization
- New: ROS Card Function Control support
- New: Log Upload function (Settings → About)
Software V1.1.2.1
- Fixed: Resolved issue where certain scenes failed to execute
Software V1.1.2
- New: Self-signed certificate support on login interface
- New: WebSocket TLS authentication
- Fixed: Voice assistant now works under HTTPS
Software V1.1.1 / RosCard V1.1.1
- New: TV Card script binding support
- New: Scene Card → "Scene & Script Card"
- Improved: Dropdown menu behavior
Software V1.1.0 / RosCard V1.0.8
- New: 12-hour / 24-hour time format support
- New: Automatic HA reconnection
- New: Version update notifications
- New: Domain-based HA login (HTTPS support)
- Important: Must resave all cards and rebind keys after upgrade
Firmware V2026020210
- Improved: Charging performance and speed
- Improved: Overall stability and UI responsiveness
📌 Note: For detailed release notes and community discussions, visit the Astrion Firmware Updates Forum Thread.
Troubleshooting
Update Not Showing on Remote
- Check Wi-Fi: Ensure your remote is connected to the internet.
- Already latest: If you're already on the latest version, no update will be shown.
- Restart remote: Try restarting the remote and checking again.
Cards Not Showing After Update
- Refresh the remote: Pull down and tap Refresh.
- Clear HA cache: Clear the Home Assistant frontend cache.
- Resave cards: Open each RosCard in HA and click Save.
- Delete and re-add: For major upgrades, delete cards and re-add them.
Physical Buttons Not Working After Update
- Rebind keys: Go to Settings → Shortcut Configuration and rebind each button.
- Check entity existence: Verify the bound entities still exist in Home Assistant.
RosCard Update Not Available in HACS
- Verify the repository URL is correct:
https://github.com/yyqclhy/RosCard - Refresh HACS (press F5) and check again
Remote Shows "No Connection" After Update
- Verify both devices are on the same Wi-Fi network
- Check that your Home Assistant server is running
- Try restarting the remote and your HA server
🔧 Still Having Issues? Please create a forum post with: your current software version, RosCard version, the update you're trying to install, and any error messages displayed. Our engineering team will help analyze the issue.
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