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      How to update the firmware - HD408 Autosteer

      This article outlines the steps to update the software on the HD 408 Auto Steer System using a USB drive.

       

      Step by Step

       

      1. Prepare USB Drive 0:07

      • Make sure flash drive is formatted to FAT 32 for Android. Use caution when reformatting as other drives could be wiped accidentally if they are selected. 

      2. Download updates here or from the latest update article:

      https://knowledgebase.agrispraydrones.com/update-hub-hd408-autosteer

       

      3. Insert USB Drive 0:35

      • Flip up the monitor of the HD 408 system.
      • Locate the USB port on the bottom of the monitor and insert the USB drive.

      4.  Access File Manager +  0:46

      • File Manager + may appear automatically when the USB drive is inserted. 
      • Otherwise, minimize the autosteer app and go to File Manager + on the home screen of the Android monitor. Confirm your flash drive is being recognized.


      5. Locate and Extract Update File 1:06

      • Find the update file
      • If the file is a .zip file, long press on it, select 'more', then 'extract', and choose a location to extract it. 


      6. Install Update File 1:20

      Updates for individual components:

      • Applies to IMU updates, GNSS updates, Nav Controller, etc.
      • Hold down on the update file, select 'more' in the bottom right corner, then 'open with', and choose 'certificate installer'. Press 'just once'.

      Full app updates (.apk file):

      • If the file is already a .apk (full app updates), no extraction is needed.
      • Full app updates can be completed directly through File Manager+ 
        Click on the file and allow download permission. This will download a new version of the autosteer app directly.
        OR
        Follow the steps below inside the app. 'Display' is the component that will be updated. 

      7. Navigate to Update Settings 2:11
      • Return to the main home screen of the autosteer system.
      • Click on 'settings' in the bottom left corner, then 'system', and finally 'version'.

      8. Perform Update 2:18
      • Find the component you wish to update.
      • Click 'update' and wait for the system to search for available updates.

      9. Complete Update Process 2:26
      • If an update is found, click on it to start the update process.
      • Wait until the update is complete. 

      10. Confirm Update Success 2:37
      • Look for a message on the screen that says 'update success' to confirm the update was completed.

      Cautionary Notes

      • Ensure the USB drive is formatted to FAT32 before downloading the update.
      • Make sure the monitor is powered on and functioning properly before starting the update process.
      • Keep the USB drive in a safe place to avoid misplacing it between updates.
      • Only download files from Agri Spray Drones or ASD representatives. 

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