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===Updating FirmWare to V1.2=== | ===Updating FirmWare to V1.2=== | ||
− | + | Note: For early Extra customers, this is a mandatory update. Flying the Extra with V1.0 is not authorized. Aircraft shipped to consumers in the USA before August 10, 2015 require this update. | |
− | :QQ Extra Requires V1.1 or higher | + | :*QQ Extra Aura Requires V1.1 or higher |
− | + | :*Open Stock Aura requires V1.2 or higher. (V1.2 is the first version shipped for Open Stock) | |
+ | Note: This is a long description of a relatively simple procedure. | ||
+ | |||
+ | Firmware 1.2 offers these updates for Extra Users | ||
+ | :*Improved booting. Fixes a rare issue where the Aura could hang during power-up | ||
+ | :*Added 'Quick' features; Quick Trim, and Quick Check. | ||
===Required Items and Preparations=== | ===Required Items and Preparations=== | ||
====You will need:==== | ====You will need:==== | ||
− | *Access to your Aura | + | *Access to your Aura[[file:bind2.png|thumb|upright=.5|right]] |
*Your Transmitter and Receiver | *Your Transmitter and Receiver | ||
− | **Only Spektrum brand DSM2/X Remote and SRXL Receivers are tested and approved for use | + | **Only Spektrum brand DSM2/X Remote and SRXL Receivers are tested and approved for use |
**Only Futaba and FrSky brand S.Bus receivers are approved for use | **Only Futaba and FrSky brand S.Bus receivers are approved for use | ||
**Only JR brand X.Bus receivers are approved for use | **Only JR brand X.Bus receivers are approved for use | ||
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*A power source for your Aura | *A power source for your Aura | ||
*A Spektrum Bind plug (it shorts the two 'end' connectors together (signal and ground) | *A Spektrum Bind plug (it shorts the two 'end' connectors together (signal and ground) | ||
− | + | **One can be made from and old servo or extension lead, be SURE NOT to make any connection to the center positive (typically red) wire. | |
+ | |||
+ | ====Preparations to model==== | ||
− | + | *Your Transmitter should be programmed (starting with a blank model) with the settings in the [http://www.resources.flexinnovations.com/files/Aura_8_User_Guide_EN_R4.pdf manual], or as test flown. | |
+ | *Remove your Propeller for safety and/or disarm the propulsion system | ||
+ | *Bind receiver to transmitter if required using procedures described in the related manuals (DSM Satellite, JR DMSS, and conventional servo lead (PWM) customers should refer to the included [http://www.resources.flexinnovations.com/files/QQ_Extra_300_Addendum_V2.pdf Manual Addendum]) | ||
+ | *On the ground, verify your radio is 'detected' and linked, and your transmitter controls the model. [[Aura/Troubleshooting| Troubleshooting Guide is here]]. | ||
+ | *Disconnect the power (flight battery) to the model and switch off the transmitter | ||
− | + | ====Preparations to PC==== | |
− | + | *If you have not already done so, download and install the [http://www.flexinnovations.com/articles.asp?ID=257 Aura Config Tool] PC Application | |
− | + | *If you have previously installed PC Application, make sure it is closed, and re-open it. You may have an ''update'' available. If not prompted, click on ''HELP->Update Aura Config Tool'', and let the application update if needed. | |
− | + | *Click on ''HELP->Aura Config Tool'' Info. Your Aura Config Tool version should be 1.1.0 or higher | |
− | + | **If you do not have ACT 1.1.0 or higher, restart you PC and check again. | |
− | + | ||
− | + | ===Update Procedure=== | |
− | + | ====Update the Aura Firmware==== | |
− | + | ||
− | + | ||
− | Update Procedure | + | |
− | Update the Aura Firmware | + | |
− | Confirm power is NOT connected to your Aura | + | *Confirm power is NOT connected to your Aura |
− | Launch the Aura Config Tool | + | *Launch the Aura Config Tool |
− | Plug the Micro USB connector into your Aura | + | *Plug the Micro USB connector into your Aura |
− | Plug the USB connector into your PC (this will power up the Aura unit) | + | *Plug the USB connector into your PC (this will power up the Aura unit) |
− | Allow a minute for the drivers to find the Aura (look for indications that it was successful) | + | *Allow a minute for the drivers to find the Aura (look for indications that it was successful) |
− | Click the CONNECT button at the lower right of the Application window | + | *Click the ''CONNECT'' button at the lower right of the Application window |
− | Click on Aura Tools -> Update Aura Firmware | + | *Click on ''Aura Tools -> Update Aura Firmware'' |
− | Follow the dialog boxes to accomplish the update. (OK->Download and Install Firmware Update->Insert Bind Plug in Aura port S7->YES->) | + | *Follow the dialog boxes to accomplish the update. (''OK->Download and Install Firmware Update->Insert Bind Plug in Aura port S7->YES->'') |
− | After the procedure is complete, follow prompts to remove bind plug and power, then click OK. | + | *After the procedure is complete, follow prompts to remove bind plug and power, then click OK. |
− | + | ||
− | + | ||
+ | ===Verifications and Flight Readiness Checks=== | ||
+ | ====Verify the Update==== | ||
− | Turn on your transmitter and apply power to your Aura/airborne system. Leave the model stationary for a few seconds to allow it to calibrate and boot | + | *Turn on your transmitter and apply power to your Aura/airborne system. Leave the model stationary for a few seconds to allow it to calibrate and boot |
− | Verify that you have control of the model | + | *Verify that you have control of the model |
− | Check your Aura status lights. You should see: | + | *Check your Aura status lights. You should see: |
− | Orange Solid LED indicating the sensor is calibrated and the Aura is powered and running | + | **'''Orange''' Solid LED indicating the sensor is calibrated and the Aura is powered and running[[file:FW1_2_image.PNG|thumb|upright=.7|right]] |
− | A slow blinking Orange LED indicates excessive movement during sensor calibration, and it is best to do the power-up over. | + | ***A slow blinking Orange LED indicates excessive movement during sensor calibration, and it is best to do the power-up over. |
− | Green Solid LED indicating the Aura has a valid signal from the Tx/Rx | + | **'''Green''' Solid LED indicating the Aura has a valid signal from the Tx/Rx |
− | You should NOT see a Blue Solid LED which is an indication of Failsafe for a DSM Satellite (other radio installs just follow the | + | ***You should NOT see a Blue Solid LED which is an indication of Failsafe for a DSM Satellite (other radio installs just follow the Receiver's 'valid' failsafe commands). Satellite users can test this by switching off your transmitter if you choose. |
− | With the Transmitter and Receiver still powered, Reconnect the USB cable | + | *With the Transmitter and Receiver still powered, Reconnect the USB cable |
− | Click the CONNECT button at the lower right of the Application window | + | *Click the ''CONNECT'' button at the lower right of the Application window |
− | Check the Aura Status Monitor at the top right of the Application window. Verify Firmware | + | *Check the Aura Status Monitor at the top right of the Application window. Verify Firmware (version) 1.2 |
− | Note | + | ::Note: This information will not be displayed if your Rx/Tx is not connected and Aura is allowed to go into Auto-Detect mode |
− | + | ||
− | + | ||
− | Conduct and pass the Flight Control Sensing Direction Test on per your manual. | + | ====Preparation for flight==== |
− | Conduct and pass the (transmitter) Control Direction Test on per your manual. | + | *Conduct and pass the '''Flight Control Sensing Direction Test''' on per your [http://www.resources.flexinnovations.com/files/Aura_8_User_Guide_EN_R4.pdf manual]. |
− | With the model secured, perform a Failsafe Test (Include the throttle servo for fuel powered aircraft with the engine OFF) | + | *Conduct and pass the (transmitter) '''Control Direction Test''' on per your [http://www.resources.flexinnovations.com/files/Aura_8_User_Guide_EN_R4.pdf manual]. |
− | Re-install the Propeller/enable your power system (with the model secure and the prop clear, repeat Failsafe test again) | + | *With the model secured, perform a '''Failsafe Test''' (Include the throttle servo for fuel powered aircraft with the engine OFF) |
− | Perform a normal range check, and Fly!! | + | *Re-install the Propeller/enable your power system (with the model secure and the prop clear, repeat Failsafe test again) |
− | For any questions, contact us at | + | *Perform a normal '''range check''', and Fly!! |
+ | For any questions, contact us at [[Aura/Support| AuraSupport]] |
Latest revision as of 17:27, 24 March 2016
Contents
Updating FirmWare to V1.2
Note: For early Extra customers, this is a mandatory update. Flying the Extra with V1.0 is not authorized. Aircraft shipped to consumers in the USA before August 10, 2015 require this update.
- QQ Extra Aura Requires V1.1 or higher
- Open Stock Aura requires V1.2 or higher. (V1.2 is the first version shipped for Open Stock)
Note: This is a long description of a relatively simple procedure.
Firmware 1.2 offers these updates for Extra Users
- Improved booting. Fixes a rare issue where the Aura could hang during power-up
- Added 'Quick' features; Quick Trim, and Quick Check.
Required Items and Preparations
You will need:
- Access to your Aura
- Your Transmitter and Receiver
- Only Spektrum brand DSM2/X Remote and SRXL Receivers are tested and approved for use
- Only Futaba and FrSky brand S.Bus receivers are approved for use
- Only JR brand X.Bus receivers are approved for use
- A Micro USB Cable (provided with products)
- A power source for your Aura
- A Spektrum Bind plug (it shorts the two 'end' connectors together (signal and ground)
- One can be made from and old servo or extension lead, be SURE NOT to make any connection to the center positive (typically red) wire.
Preparations to model
- Your Transmitter should be programmed (starting with a blank model) with the settings in the manual, or as test flown.
- Remove your Propeller for safety and/or disarm the propulsion system
- Bind receiver to transmitter if required using procedures described in the related manuals (DSM Satellite, JR DMSS, and conventional servo lead (PWM) customers should refer to the included Manual Addendum)
- On the ground, verify your radio is 'detected' and linked, and your transmitter controls the model. Troubleshooting Guide is here.
- Disconnect the power (flight battery) to the model and switch off the transmitter
Preparations to PC
- If you have not already done so, download and install the Aura Config Tool PC Application
- If you have previously installed PC Application, make sure it is closed, and re-open it. You may have an update available. If not prompted, click on HELP->Update Aura Config Tool, and let the application update if needed.
- Click on HELP->Aura Config Tool Info. Your Aura Config Tool version should be 1.1.0 or higher
- If you do not have ACT 1.1.0 or higher, restart you PC and check again.
Update Procedure
Update the Aura Firmware
- Confirm power is NOT connected to your Aura
- Launch the Aura Config Tool
- Plug the Micro USB connector into your Aura
- Plug the USB connector into your PC (this will power up the Aura unit)
- Allow a minute for the drivers to find the Aura (look for indications that it was successful)
- Click the CONNECT button at the lower right of the Application window
- Click on Aura Tools -> Update Aura Firmware
- Follow the dialog boxes to accomplish the update. (OK->Download and Install Firmware Update->Insert Bind Plug in Aura port S7->YES->)
- After the procedure is complete, follow prompts to remove bind plug and power, then click OK.
Verifications and Flight Readiness Checks
Verify the Update
- Turn on your transmitter and apply power to your Aura/airborne system. Leave the model stationary for a few seconds to allow it to calibrate and boot
- Verify that you have control of the model
- Check your Aura status lights. You should see:
- Orange Solid LED indicating the sensor is calibrated and the Aura is powered and running
- A slow blinking Orange LED indicates excessive movement during sensor calibration, and it is best to do the power-up over.
- Green Solid LED indicating the Aura has a valid signal from the Tx/Rx
- You should NOT see a Blue Solid LED which is an indication of Failsafe for a DSM Satellite (other radio installs just follow the Receiver's 'valid' failsafe commands). Satellite users can test this by switching off your transmitter if you choose.
- Orange Solid LED indicating the sensor is calibrated and the Aura is powered and running
- With the Transmitter and Receiver still powered, Reconnect the USB cable
- Click the CONNECT button at the lower right of the Application window
- Check the Aura Status Monitor at the top right of the Application window. Verify Firmware (version) 1.2
- Note: This information will not be displayed if your Rx/Tx is not connected and Aura is allowed to go into Auto-Detect mode
Preparation for flight
- Conduct and pass the Flight Control Sensing Direction Test on per your manual.
- Conduct and pass the (transmitter) Control Direction Test on per your manual.
- With the model secured, perform a Failsafe Test (Include the throttle servo for fuel powered aircraft with the engine OFF)
- Re-install the Propeller/enable your power system (with the model secure and the prop clear, repeat Failsafe test again)
- Perform a normal range check, and Fly!!
For any questions, contact us at AuraSupport