For the most up-to-date changelog, please reference the About Tab within the REV Hardware Client 2
Adds support for configuring new MAXSpline Encoder parameters
Fixes start/stop button moving when running a SPARK
Fixes motors not stopping immediately when running multiple motors simultaneously
Fixes a bug causing devices to appear as remaining in bootloader mode after updating
Adds button to install DFU drivers on Windows
Adds warning when trying to run a motor without 12V
Adds ability to reset SPARK slider to zero by double-clicking on slider handle
Fixes splash screen not appearing in the foreground
Fixes taskbar icon not appearing immediately on Windows
Fixes SPARK slider setpoint resetting to zero after interacting with the minimum and maximum setpoint input boxes
Fixes detecting MAXSpline Encoders in bootloader mode
Fixes device drawer not defaulting to update page for devices in bootloader mode
Fixes firmware version select taking a long time to load for devices in bootloader mode
Adds warning about SPARK devices with an unconfigured CAN ID
Adds button to clear telemetry signals
Adds dialog to move the application into the Applications folder on macOS for improved experience:
Fixes devices in recovery mode not appearing on macOS
Fixes application not updating after clicking the Update button on macOS
Adds AdvantageScope logo
Fixes AdvantageScope sometimes not loading layout correctly on startup or when loaded from a file
Fixes AdvantageScope not resuming when computer wakes from sleep
Fixes regression preventing telemetry to resume when reconnecting a device
Adds warning when trying to run a motor with the roboRIO present on the bus
Adds error toast for when a SPARK parameter value is rejected
Adds help dialog when loading devices takes a long time, especially for brand new SPARK MAXes on unsupported factory firmware
Adds privacy policy
Improves CAN utilization when running multiple devices on telemetry page
Prevents multiple instances of the app from running at once
Fixes bug causing SPARKs in brushed mode to get set to brushless upon connection
Fixes issue with parameters not refreshing when switching devices on telemetry run tab
Fixes spike in CAN utilization when opening a SPARK device by switching to lazy loading parameters
Fixes issue with SPARK run slider sometimes continuing to drag with mouse after releasing
Fixes device list sometimes not updating when unplugging USB
Disables highlighting across general areas of the application
Updates troubleshooting steps on about page
Adds ability to start and stop multiple selected motors simultaneously
Fixes high CAN utilization when switching between many SPARK device tabs
Fixes an issue causing some SPARKs to continue spinning when disabling multiple at once
Fixes an issue causing SPARK devices to resume spinning after leaving the bus and returning
Fixes crash when opening on macOS
Fixes detection of devices on Linux
Fixes app icon
Initial stable release of REV Hardware Client 2
The REV Hardware Client 2 (RHC2) is software designed to make managing REV devices easier for the user. This Client automatically detects connected device(s), downloads the latest software for those device(s), and allows for seamless updating of the device(s)
REV Hardware Client 2 - All Versions
Download the REV Hardware Client 2 Installer
Run the Installer
Run the REV Hardware Client 2 from the applications menu or a desktop shortcut
Automatically detect supported devices when connected via USB
One-click update of all software on connected devices
Pre-download software updates without a connected device
Back up and restore user data from supported devices
Auto-update to the latest version of the REV Hardware Client 2
Operating System Options:
Windows 11, Windows 10 (version 1709 - October 2017) or newer
macOS 15 (Sequoia) or newer
Linux: Ubuntu 24.04/Debian 12 or newer
Processor: 64-bit
RAM: yes
REV SPARK Flex (REV-11-2159)
REV SPARK MAX (REV-11-2158)
REV Power Distribution Hub (REV-11-1850)
REV Pneumatic Hub (REV-11-1852)
REV Servo Hub (REV-11-1855)
Generic CAN Devices
REV Devices must be running Firmware Versions 26.x.x or newer to be compatible with REV Hardware Client 2. Devices with 2025 firmware and below will need to be updated to 2026 firmware via Recovery Mode before use.
If your REV Device shows up in the REV Hardware Client 2 as an "Outdated REV Device" please follow the to update its firmware.
