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          • Transfer Mission Plan and KML Files with Herelink
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  • Maintenance
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    • Software Updates
      • Updating Firmware
      • Astro Software v2.0 - Coming Soon
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      • Astro Software v1.4 - What’s New
      • Astro Software v1.2 - What’s New
    • Standard Maintenance Procedures
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    • FREEFLY PAYLOADS
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      • Ventus OGI Payload
        • Operating Handbook
          • Setting up Astro with OGI
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          • Advanced Operation
          • Downloading/Formatting Media
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        • Operating Handbook
          • Setting up Astro with Wiris Pro
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        • USB Formatting
        • Isolation System
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      • FPV Camera
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      • Hovermap ST-X Lidar
        • Hovermap Setup on Astro
        • Mapping with Hovermap
        • Assisted/Autonomous Flight
      • Gremsy Pixy PE
      • Gremsy Vio
      • Sentera 6X/65R
    • ECOSYSTEM
      • Components
        • Batteries
        • Pilot Pro Controller
        • Herelink Handset (Legacy)
          • Herelink Controller Maintenance
            • Updating Herelink Software
            • Switching to Freefly Updater
            • Removing/Reinstalling the Herelink Cover
        • Vibration Isolators
        • GNSS Base Stations
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      • FAA Remote Identification (RID)
      • Esri ArcGIS Flight (Site Scan)
        • 1 - Setup and Connecting to Astro
        • 2 - Preflight and Mission Planning
        • 3 - Flying a Mission with Astro
        • 4 - Post-Flight and Image Processing
        • Global Settings
      • DroneDeploy
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      • Technical Specs
      • Performance
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  • Android OTA Updates
  • Checking the Herelink Software Version
  • Checking Auterion Mission Control Version
  • Checking Skyway Version
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Updating Herelink Software

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Last updated 9 months ago

Please do not format Herelink to factory settings! All of Freefly's configurations to make Herelink work optimally with Astro out of the box will be lost. If you are experiencing issues with Herelink, please reach out to us at contact@freeflysystems.com for assistance.

Managing App Updates with Freefly Updater

Use the Freefly Updater app for managing app updates on your Herelink controllers. If the Freefly Updater app is not installed, follow . Ensure your controller is connected to the internet to install the latest apps and receive update notifications.

To update your apps, go through the following steps.

  1. Connect your controller to the internet.

  2. Open the Freefly Updater app.

  3. Either refresh the Your Apps page or wait for it to auto-refresh.

  4. This page will display a comprehensive list of all apps available for installation or update. Apps with the latest version will be marked as LATEST.

  5. To update or install apps, simply tap on the desired app and follow the prompts to INSTALL or UPDATE, granting any necessary permissions.

  6. Revisit this page anytime to confirm you have the latest versions of your apps.

Android OTA Updates

This process is rendered obsolete for most customers by the Freefly Updater.

  1. Connect your Herelink to the internet through WiFi.

  2. Swipe down from the top of the screen to pull down the Android quick menu.

  3. If there are any updates available, you will see them here. Follow the instructions to get your software updated. Alternatively, go to Android Settings > About phone > System Updates.

If you get a "Can't check for updates" message, go to Settings > Date & Time, and ensure the date is correct. If not, manually correct it before trying to update the software again. If you're still unable to update, check your internet connection using Chrome on the Herelink. Occasionally, wifi access points require you to agree to terms and conditions in your browser before an internet connection is fully established. 40% battery is required to update the Herelink firmware.

Checking the Herelink Software Version

To find the Herelink firmware version, drag down from the top of the Herelink's touch screen and tap the settings gear in the top-right corner. Scroll all the way to the bottom of this menu and select About phone. On the next screen, look for the OEM build number.

Checking Auterion Mission Control Version

Checking Skyway Version

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