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In other words, the firmware version currently on the batteries is lower than the version contained within the Inspire's internal storage.
DJI provides firmware in an 'all-in'one' package that is a container for all the separate firmware programs required by the subsystems in the aircraft. (e.g. Flight controller, ESCs, Camera, etc.) Batteries also have firmware for the controller boards and this is included in the overall package.
When you initiate a firmware upgrade, the system goes through every part the system, loading and checking that the individual programs load correctly. There is post upgrade log file that is created which details all the results. This log needs to be checked immediately post update to make sure there aren't any problems.
So if your Inspire is updated and you go out and purchase some new batteries, they may or may not have the firmware version that matches that loaded on the aircraft. It could be older, the same or even newer if you haven't updated your Inspire for some time. New versions are always coming out.
There is functionality in the Go App which will compare the versions currently loaded with what DJI has published. This usually results in a notification in the app that the aircraft needs an update. It is up to the pilot to determine whether or not to do this. (Some people prefer to wait and see if there are any issues, or remain on older firmware due to bugs or issues in newer versions)
It would appear that there are some cases of the Inspire 2 performing battery updates without the Pilot's direct intervention to initiate the process. Some people appear to have been caught out, with resulting damage from the Inspire 2 re-booting mid flight. If this is the case then two things need to happen immediately.
Firstly - DJI need to change the behaviour of the aircraft and app so that an update isn't applied if the aircraft is in flight. (Warning messages, disable CSC for motor start, etc)
Secondly - Because technology can and will always fail - Pilots need to ensure that all updates are successfully carried out to all sections of the Aircraft along with all Cameras and Batteries. Versions checked to be current (to the version you intend to operate) across your fleet. This should be a standard maintenance and pre-flight check that happens with every intention to fly. |
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