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=== Latest Release ===
 
=== Latest Release ===
  
==== Aura Firmware v1.6 ====
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==== Aura Firmware v1.17 ====
* Will ship in production FlexJet Aura.
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* Available for Aura 8, Aura 8 Pro, and Aura 12 Pro on October 5, 2021
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* Not yet available for Aura 5 (coming soon)
 +
 
 +
* Common Changes:
 +
** Update JETI EX-BUS processing logic to support latest JETI Firmware changes that could cause servo glitching with certain JETI modules and JETI firmware combinations
 +
** Add logic for soon to be announced feature
 +
 
 +
* Aura 8 Specific Changes:
 +
** Add support for '''RV8-10'''
 +
 
 +
 
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=== Previous Releases ===
 +
 
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==== Aura Firmware v1.16 ====
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* Available for Aura 8, Aura 8 Pro, and Aura 12 Pro on May 20, 2021
 +
* Available for Aura 5 on June 25, 2021
 +
 
 +
* Common Changes:
 +
** Update SRXL2 Logic for additional robustness for any SRXL2 Timeout or SRXL2 Receiver Brownout possibilities
 +
 
 +
==== Aura Firmware v1.15 ====
 +
* Shipped on Open Stock Aura 8, Aura 8 Pro, and Aura 12 Pro in late December 2020.
 +
** Available for Aura 8, Aura 8 Pro, and Aura 12 Pro
 +
 
 +
* Common Changes:
 +
** Minor changes for future products and features
 +
 
 +
==== Aura Firmware v1.14 ====
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* Available since mid-August 2020 via Aura Config Tool update followed by Firmware Update procedure
 +
** Available for FT Aura 5, Aura 8, Aura 8 Pro, and Aura 12 Pro
 +
 
 +
* Common Changes:
 +
** Add support for '''SRXL2''' Receivers SPM4650 and SPM4651T
 +
** Add '''Aura Telemetry Tune''' feature to allow SRXL2 Receivers to adjust Aura settings directly from the transmitter
 +
** Add support for '''JR Mode A'''
 +
 
 +
* Aura 8 Specific Changes:
 +
** Add support for '''F-100D Super Sabre SPNP'''
 +
 
 +
==== Aura Firmware v1.13 ====
 +
* Available in February 2020 via Aura Config Tool Firmware Update procedure
 +
** Add support for '''FT Aura 5''' hardware
 +
 
 +
* Common Changes:
 +
** Correctly Auto-Detect and differentiate between '''Futaba's SBUS''' channel order and '''FrSky's Default SBUS''' channel order
 +
** Add Support for "Stick Relative" Stick Priority that is independent of each Flight Mode's Dual Rate/Expo Settings
 +
** Add Input Re-Map functionality
 +
 
 +
* FT Aura 5 Specific Changes:
 +
** Add '''Auto-Launch''' features
 +
** Add '''Bank Assist''' and '''Level Assist''' features
 +
 
 +
* Aura Pro Series Changes:
 +
** Prevent bug that occurred if S11 or S12 was set to 'PWM Capture'
 +
 
 +
==== Aura Firmware v1.12 ====
 +
* Available on October 18, 2019 via Aura Config Tool Firmware Update procedure
 +
* Software Changes:
 +
** Small update for consistency in future features and releases
 +
** Initialization timing tweak for Aura Pro startup timing
 +
 
 +
==== Aura Firmware v1.11 ====
 +
* Shipped on production Aura 8 Professional and Aura 12 Professional in August 2019
 +
* Software Changes:
 +
** Add support for '''Aura 8 Professional''' and '''Aura 12 Professional'''
 +
*** Dual EC-3 Battery Sharing
 +
*** Battery Voltage Monitoring LEDs
 +
*** Add '''Dual SBUS Diversity Receiver''' capability
 +
*** Add '''SBUS Digital Output''' to support SBUS Servos or Additional Channels
 +
*** Quick Trim activation thru Push-Buttons rather than Bind Plugs
 +
** Add '''JETI EXBus''' capability
 +
** Improved LED Notifications
 +
 
 +
==== Aura Firmware v1.10 ====
 +
* Shipped on production '''Mamba 60E''' in July 2019
 +
* Software Changes:
 +
** Add support for Mamba 60E
 +
 
 +
==== Aura Firmware v1.09 ====
 +
* Shipped on production FlexJet TV Auras in March 2019
 +
* Software Changes:
 +
** Add support for '''FlexJet TV'''
 +
 
 +
==== Aura Firmware v1.08 ====
 +
* Shipped on production Open Stock and RV-8 Auras in late December 2018
 +
* Software Changes:
 +
** Add support for '''RV-8'''
 +
** Add Bounceback Gain feature in Open Stock Auras.
 +
 
 +
==== Aura Firmware v1.07 ====
 +
* Used for production of QQ Extra 300 G2 Aura in late November 2018
 +
* First firmware to support new Aura '''Bootloader v2.0''' which does not require a Bind Plug for firmware updates
 +
** After updating to firmware v1.07 with an older bootloader, Aura Config Tool will update the Bootloader.
 +
* Software Changes:
 +
** Add support for '''QQ Extra 300 G2'''
 +
** Add support for future products and features
 +
 
 +
==== Aura Firmware v1.06 ====
 +
* Shipped on production FlexJet Aura.
 
* Released on 3/15/18
 
* Released on 3/15/18
 
* Fixes potential issue where Dual Spektrum Remote Receivers may not be correctly auto-detected
 
* Fixes potential issue where Dual Spektrum Remote Receivers may not be correctly auto-detected
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* Software Changes:
 
* Software Changes:
 
** Added Firmware support for FlexJet
 
** Added Firmware support for FlexJet
** In order to always correctly detect Spektrum Remote A+B Diversity, additional logic was added to the Spektrum Remote processing code.  If you see a flashing Red LED after updating to Firmware v1.6, this is an indication that you need to Re-Bind your Spektrum Remote Receivers.
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** In order to always correctly detect Spektrum Remote A+B Diversity, additional logic was added to the Spektrum Remote processing code.  If you see a flashing Red LED after updating to Firmware v1.06, this is an indication that you need to Re-Bind your Spektrum Remote Receivers.
* Remote Receiver users '''must rebind''' after firmware update.
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* Remote Receiver users '''must Re-Bind''' after firmware update.
 
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* Please review the 1.04 and 1.05 notes as well.
=== Previous Releases ===
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[[Aura/FirmwareUpdate16|Link to detailed instructions to Update to Aura Firmware 1.06]]
  
==== Aura Firmware v1.5 ====
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==== Aura Firmware v1.05 ====
 
* Shipped on production QQ CAP-232EX Aura on February 15, 2018
 
* Shipped on production QQ CAP-232EX Aura on February 15, 2018
* '''NOT''' currently available via 'Firmware Update' in Aura Config Tool. 
 
** Completing Open Stock Testing and will be available soon.
 
 
* Software Changes:
 
* Software Changes:
** Add support for CAP-232EX
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** Add support for '''CAP-232EX'''
  
==== Aura Firmware v1.4 ====
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==== Aura Firmware v1.04 ====
 
* Available via 'Firmware Update' in Aura Config Tool on February 22, 2017
 
* Available via 'Firmware Update' in Aura Config Tool on February 22, 2017
* Shipped on production Mamba 10 Aura in Spring 2017
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* Shipped on production '''Mamba 10''' Aura in Spring 2017
 
* Running change for Open Stock Aura after Spring 2017
 
* Running change for Open Stock Aura after Spring 2017
 
* Software Changes:
 
* Software Changes:
** Added support SRXL with for latest generation of Spektrum Receivers (AR8010T, AR9030T, AR9320T, AR9140T, AR12310T, AR20310T).
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** Added support '''SRXL''' with for '''latest generation of Spektrum Receivers''' (AR8010T, AR9030T, AR9320T, AR9140T, AR12310T, AR20310T).
*** Spektrum changed their SRXL format between the latest generation of receivers and previous SRXL receivers such as AR9020 and AR7700.  Firmware v1.4 was released to support the newest SRXL format.
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*** Spektrum changed their SRXL format between the latest generation of receivers and previous SRXL receivers such as AR9020 and AR7700.  Firmware v1.04 was released to support the newest SRXL format.
 
*** '''At the time of writing, the new generation of Spektrum Receivers did not correctly pass failsafe values thru the SRXL port.  Make sure to plug the Throttle into the Spektrum Receiver throttle port if using a new receiver with SRXL.  Thoroughly test the failsafe behavior before flying!'''
 
*** '''At the time of writing, the new generation of Spektrum Receivers did not correctly pass failsafe values thru the SRXL port.  Make sure to plug the Throttle into the Spektrum Receiver throttle port if using a new receiver with SRXL.  Thoroughly test the failsafe behavior before flying!'''
** Firmware v1.1 - v1.3 allowed a Single Spektrum Remote Receiver to be bound in either 'Mini Port A' or 'Mini Port B'.  In firmware v1.4+, a Single Spektrum Remote Receiver will only bind in Mini Port A.
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** Firmware v1.01 - v1.03 allowed a Single Spektrum Remote Receiver to be bound in either 'Mini Port A' or 'Mini Port B'.  In firmware v1.04+, a Single Spektrum Remote Receiver will only bind in Mini Port A.
*** '''While two Spektrum Remote Receivers can still used together for Diversity, please rebind them to your transmitter after updating to firmware version 1.4+.'''
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*** '''While two Spektrum Remote Receivers can still used together for Diversity, please rebind them to your transmitter after updating to firmware version 1.04+.'''
 
** Update Quick Set Procedure to require the pilot to set the Control Surface directions before pulling the bind plug.
 
** Update Quick Set Procedure to require the pilot to set the Control Surface directions before pulling the bind plug.
*** In firmware v1.1 - v1.3, the pilot set the Model Type, Sensor Orientation, and Master Gain functionality before pulling the bind plug.  After pulling the bind plug, the pilot would then set the Control Surface directions and check the Sensor Direction by moving the aircraft.
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*** In firmware v1.01 - v1.03, the pilot set the Model Type, Sensor Orientation, and Master Gain functionality before pulling the bind plug.  After pulling the bind plug, the pilot would then set the Control Surface directions and check the Sensor Direction by moving the aircraft.
*** In firmware v1.4, the pilot sets the Model Type, Sensor Orientation, Master Gain functionality, and Control Surface directions before pulling the bind plug.  After pulling the bind plug, the servos are now disabled except for testing the Sensor Direction by moving the aircraft.
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*** In firmware v1.04, the pilot sets the Model Type, Sensor Orientation, Master Gain functionality, and Control Surface directions before pulling the bind plug.  After pulling the bind plug, the servos are now disabled except for testing the Sensor Direction by moving the aircraft.
** Add feature to turn Aura Mixes On/Off via a Transmitter 2 or 3 Position Channel Switch.
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** Add feature to '''turn Aura Mixes On/Off via a Transmitter''' 2 or 3 Position Channel Switch.
** Add feature to create a 'Gyro Kill Switch' via a Transmitter Channel.
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** Add feature to create a '''Gyro Kill Switch''' via a Transmitter Channel.
  
==== Aura Firmware v1.3 ====
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==== Aura Firmware v1.03 ====
 
* Available via 'Firmware Update' in Aura Config Tool in late August 2016
 
* Available via 'Firmware Update' in Aura Config Tool in late August 2016
 
* Shipped on production Open Stock Aura 8 in early September 2016
 
* Shipped on production Open Stock Aura 8 in early September 2016
 
* Running change for QQ Extra 300 production some time after early September 2016
 
* Running change for QQ Extra 300 production some time after early September 2016
 
* Software Changes:
 
* Software Changes:
** Firmware v1.2 did not correctly calculate Exponential values.  The Exponential calculation has been corrected in Firmware v1.3.  Please be aware the control surfaces may feel different after updating from v1.2 to v1.3 and should be tested before flight.
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** Firmware v1.02 did not correctly calculate Exponential values.  The Exponential calculation has been corrected in Firmware v1.03.  Please be aware the control surfaces may feel different after updating from v1.02 to v1.03 and should be tested before flight.
 
** Add support for Cessna 170 PNP
 
** Add support for Cessna 170 PNP
 
** Add support for Spektrum AR7700 SRXL protocol and CRC
 
** Add support for Spektrum AR7700 SRXL protocol and CRC
  
==== Aura Firmware v1.2 ====
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==== Aura Firmware v1.02 ====
 
* Available via 'Firmware Update' in Aura Config Tool in mid November 2015
 
* Available via 'Firmware Update' in Aura Config Tool in mid November 2015
 
* Initially shipped on release of Open Stock Aura 8 in November 2015
 
* Initially shipped on release of Open Stock Aura 8 in November 2015
 
* Running change for QQ Extra 300 production in January 2016
 
* Running change for QQ Extra 300 production in January 2016
*'''Firmware v1.2 incorrectly calculated Aura Exponential values which removes any exponential feeling on the control surfaces.  This issue was fixed in v1.3.'''
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*'''Firmware v1.02 incorrectly calculated Aura Exponential values which removes any exponential feeling on the control surfaces.  This issue was fixed in v1.03.'''
 
* Software Updates
 
* Software Updates
 
** Add support for Open Stock Aura
 
** Add support for Open Stock Aura
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** Add capability for dual Control Modes per Flight Mode
 
** Add capability for dual Control Modes per Flight Mode
 
** Add support for SubTrim in uSec steps
 
** Add support for SubTrim in uSec steps
** Introduce Config File Version v1.1
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** Introduce Config File Version v1.01
  
==== Aura Firmware v1.1 ====
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==== Aura Firmware v1.01 ====
* Stock of QQ Extra 300 Aura 8 updated to v1.1 in mid August 2015
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* Stock of QQ Extra 300 Aura 8 updated to v1.01 in mid August 2015
 
* Available via 'Firmware Update' in Aura Config Tool in mid August 2015
 
* Available via 'Firmware Update' in Aura Config Tool in mid August 2015
 
* Software Updates
 
* Software Updates
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** Add support for Futaba SBUS2 FASSTest
 
** Add support for Futaba SBUS2 FASSTest
  
==== Aura Firmware v1.0 ====
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==== Aura Firmware v1.00 ====
 
* Initially released on QQ Extra 300 Aura 8 in early August 2015
 
* Initially released on QQ Extra 300 Aura 8 in early August 2015
* No longer authorized by Flex Innovations for use.  Flex Innovations can only support v1.1+.
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* No longer authorized by Flex Innovations for use.  Flex Innovations can only support v1.01+.
  
 
<noinclude>[[Category:Aura|Aura]]</noinclude>
 
<noinclude>[[Category:Aura|Aura]]</noinclude>

Revision as of 03:09, 6 October 2021

Aura Firmware Release Notes

Latest Release

Aura Firmware v1.17

  • Available for Aura 8, Aura 8 Pro, and Aura 12 Pro on October 5, 2021
  • Not yet available for Aura 5 (coming soon)
  • Common Changes:
    • Update JETI EX-BUS processing logic to support latest JETI Firmware changes that could cause servo glitching with certain JETI modules and JETI firmware combinations
    • Add logic for soon to be announced feature
  • Aura 8 Specific Changes:
    • Add support for RV8-10


Previous Releases

Aura Firmware v1.16

  • Available for Aura 8, Aura 8 Pro, and Aura 12 Pro on May 20, 2021
  • Available for Aura 5 on June 25, 2021
  • Common Changes:
    • Update SRXL2 Logic for additional robustness for any SRXL2 Timeout or SRXL2 Receiver Brownout possibilities

Aura Firmware v1.15

  • Shipped on Open Stock Aura 8, Aura 8 Pro, and Aura 12 Pro in late December 2020.
    • Available for Aura 8, Aura 8 Pro, and Aura 12 Pro
  • Common Changes:
    • Minor changes for future products and features

Aura Firmware v1.14

  • Available since mid-August 2020 via Aura Config Tool update followed by Firmware Update procedure
    • Available for FT Aura 5, Aura 8, Aura 8 Pro, and Aura 12 Pro
  • Common Changes:
    • Add support for SRXL2 Receivers SPM4650 and SPM4651T
    • Add Aura Telemetry Tune feature to allow SRXL2 Receivers to adjust Aura settings directly from the transmitter
    • Add support for JR Mode A
  • Aura 8 Specific Changes:
    • Add support for F-100D Super Sabre SPNP

Aura Firmware v1.13

  • Available in February 2020 via Aura Config Tool Firmware Update procedure
    • Add support for FT Aura 5 hardware
  • Common Changes:
    • Correctly Auto-Detect and differentiate between Futaba's SBUS channel order and FrSky's Default SBUS channel order
    • Add Support for "Stick Relative" Stick Priority that is independent of each Flight Mode's Dual Rate/Expo Settings
    • Add Input Re-Map functionality
  • FT Aura 5 Specific Changes:
    • Add Auto-Launch features
    • Add Bank Assist and Level Assist features
  • Aura Pro Series Changes:
    • Prevent bug that occurred if S11 or S12 was set to 'PWM Capture'

Aura Firmware v1.12

  • Available on October 18, 2019 via Aura Config Tool Firmware Update procedure
  • Software Changes:
    • Small update for consistency in future features and releases
    • Initialization timing tweak for Aura Pro startup timing

Aura Firmware v1.11

  • Shipped on production Aura 8 Professional and Aura 12 Professional in August 2019
  • Software Changes:
    • Add support for Aura 8 Professional and Aura 12 Professional
      • Dual EC-3 Battery Sharing
      • Battery Voltage Monitoring LEDs
      • Add Dual SBUS Diversity Receiver capability
      • Add SBUS Digital Output to support SBUS Servos or Additional Channels
      • Quick Trim activation thru Push-Buttons rather than Bind Plugs
    • Add JETI EXBus capability
    • Improved LED Notifications

Aura Firmware v1.10

  • Shipped on production Mamba 60E in July 2019
  • Software Changes:
    • Add support for Mamba 60E

Aura Firmware v1.09

  • Shipped on production FlexJet TV Auras in March 2019
  • Software Changes:
    • Add support for FlexJet TV

Aura Firmware v1.08

  • Shipped on production Open Stock and RV-8 Auras in late December 2018
  • Software Changes:
    • Add support for RV-8
    • Add Bounceback Gain feature in Open Stock Auras.

Aura Firmware v1.07

  • Used for production of QQ Extra 300 G2 Aura in late November 2018
  • First firmware to support new Aura Bootloader v2.0 which does not require a Bind Plug for firmware updates
    • After updating to firmware v1.07 with an older bootloader, Aura Config Tool will update the Bootloader.
  • Software Changes:
    • Add support for QQ Extra 300 G2
    • Add support for future products and features

Aura Firmware v1.06

  • Shipped on production FlexJet Aura.
  • Released on 3/15/18
  • Fixes potential issue where Dual Spektrum Remote Receivers may not be correctly auto-detected
    • Mandatory update for Dual Spektrum Remote users. Recommended for all users.
  • Software Changes:
    • Added Firmware support for FlexJet
    • In order to always correctly detect Spektrum Remote A+B Diversity, additional logic was added to the Spektrum Remote processing code. If you see a flashing Red LED after updating to Firmware v1.06, this is an indication that you need to Re-Bind your Spektrum Remote Receivers.
  • Remote Receiver users must Re-Bind after firmware update.
  • Please review the 1.04 and 1.05 notes as well.

Link to detailed instructions to Update to Aura Firmware 1.06

Aura Firmware v1.05

  • Shipped on production QQ CAP-232EX Aura on February 15, 2018
  • Software Changes:
    • Add support for CAP-232EX

Aura Firmware v1.04

  • Available via 'Firmware Update' in Aura Config Tool on February 22, 2017
  • Shipped on production Mamba 10 Aura in Spring 2017
  • Running change for Open Stock Aura after Spring 2017
  • Software Changes:
    • Added support SRXL with for latest generation of Spektrum Receivers (AR8010T, AR9030T, AR9320T, AR9140T, AR12310T, AR20310T).
      • Spektrum changed their SRXL format between the latest generation of receivers and previous SRXL receivers such as AR9020 and AR7700. Firmware v1.04 was released to support the newest SRXL format.
      • At the time of writing, the new generation of Spektrum Receivers did not correctly pass failsafe values thru the SRXL port. Make sure to plug the Throttle into the Spektrum Receiver throttle port if using a new receiver with SRXL. Thoroughly test the failsafe behavior before flying!
    • Firmware v1.01 - v1.03 allowed a Single Spektrum Remote Receiver to be bound in either 'Mini Port A' or 'Mini Port B'. In firmware v1.04+, a Single Spektrum Remote Receiver will only bind in Mini Port A.
      • While two Spektrum Remote Receivers can still used together for Diversity, please rebind them to your transmitter after updating to firmware version 1.04+.
    • Update Quick Set Procedure to require the pilot to set the Control Surface directions before pulling the bind plug.
      • In firmware v1.01 - v1.03, the pilot set the Model Type, Sensor Orientation, and Master Gain functionality before pulling the bind plug. After pulling the bind plug, the pilot would then set the Control Surface directions and check the Sensor Direction by moving the aircraft.
      • In firmware v1.04, the pilot sets the Model Type, Sensor Orientation, Master Gain functionality, and Control Surface directions before pulling the bind plug. After pulling the bind plug, the servos are now disabled except for testing the Sensor Direction by moving the aircraft.
    • Add feature to turn Aura Mixes On/Off via a Transmitter 2 or 3 Position Channel Switch.
    • Add feature to create a Gyro Kill Switch via a Transmitter Channel.

Aura Firmware v1.03

  • Available via 'Firmware Update' in Aura Config Tool in late August 2016
  • Shipped on production Open Stock Aura 8 in early September 2016
  • Running change for QQ Extra 300 production some time after early September 2016
  • Software Changes:
    • Firmware v1.02 did not correctly calculate Exponential values. The Exponential calculation has been corrected in Firmware v1.03. Please be aware the control surfaces may feel different after updating from v1.02 to v1.03 and should be tested before flight.
    • Add support for Cessna 170 PNP
    • Add support for Spektrum AR7700 SRXL protocol and CRC

Aura Firmware v1.02

  • Available via 'Firmware Update' in Aura Config Tool in mid November 2015
  • Initially shipped on release of Open Stock Aura 8 in November 2015
  • Running change for QQ Extra 300 production in January 2016
  • Firmware v1.02 incorrectly calculated Aura Exponential values which removes any exponential feeling on the control surfaces. This issue was fixed in v1.03.
  • Software Updates
    • Add support for Open Stock Aura
    • Add Quick Set and Quick Trim features
    • Add USB power-up robustness logic
    • Add capability for dual Control Modes per Flight Mode
    • Add support for SubTrim in uSec steps
    • Introduce Config File Version v1.01

Aura Firmware v1.01

  • Stock of QQ Extra 300 Aura 8 updated to v1.01 in mid August 2015
  • Available via 'Firmware Update' in Aura Config Tool in mid August 2015
  • Software Updates
    • Add Satellite Remote Receiver robustness logic
    • Add support for DSM2 modules in JR Transmitters
    • Add robustness for initializing Aura under High Rate conditions
    • Add support for Futaba SBUS2 FASSTest

Aura Firmware v1.00

  • Initially released on QQ Extra 300 Aura 8 in early August 2015
  • No longer authorized by Flex Innovations for use. Flex Innovations can only support v1.01+.