Downloading and updating the software for your Autel drone is crucial for optimal performance and accessing the latest features. This guide provides a comprehensive walkthrough of how to download Autel software, covering both over-the-air (OTA) updates and updates via microSD card. We’ll also show you how to verify your current firmware version.
Downloading Autel Software via Over-the-Air (OTA) Updates
The easiest way to update your Autel drone’s firmware is using the OTA method. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
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Power On and Connect: Turn on your Autel drone and remote controller. Connect your smartphone or tablet to the remote controller and ensure it has a stable internet connection (Wi-Fi or cellular data).
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Launch Autel Explorer App: Open the Autel Explorer app on your mobile device. The app will automatically check for firmware updates for your drone and remote controller. This process may take 30-60 seconds. If an update is available, a blue banner will appear at the bottom of the screen notifying you of a new firmware version.
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Download the Firmware: Tap the blue banner to view the release notes for the new firmware. Once you’ve reviewed the changes, tap “Download.” The firmware will download to your mobile device.
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Upload to Your Drone: After the download is complete, tap “Start Uploading.” This initiates the transfer of the firmware from your mobile device to your Autel drone.
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Monitor Upload Progress: You can monitor the upload and installation progress on the screen of your Autel remote controller. Do not interrupt the process until it is fully complete.
Downloading Autel Software via microSD Card
Alternatively, you can update your Autel drone’s firmware using a microSD card. Follow these instructions:
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Download the Firmware File: Visit the Autel website’s downloads page (https://auteldrones.com/pages/evo-ii-downloads) and locate the “Firmware” section. Click the “BIN” link to download the appropriate firmware file for your specific drone model.
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Copy the Firmware File: Find the downloaded firmware file (e.g., Model-C_FW_V2.X.XX) in your computer’s “Downloads” folder. Copy this file.
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Prepare the microSD Card: Remove the microSD card from your Autel drone and insert it into your computer using a card reader. Paste the copied firmware file into the root directory of the microSD card. Do not place the file within any folders on the card.
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Insert microSD Card into Drone: Safely eject the microSD card from your computer and insert it into your Autel drone.
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Power On and Update: Power on your drone and remote controller. The firmware update process will begin automatically. You can track the progress on the remote controller’s screen.
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Reboot: Once the update is complete, reboot both your drone and remote controller.
Verifying Your Autel Firmware Version
To confirm your Autel drone is running the latest firmware:
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Connect to Autel Explorer: Power on your drone and remote controller. Connect your mobile device to the remote controller.
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Access Settings: Open the Autel Explorer app and tap “Camera.” Then, tap the gear icon in the top right corner to access the settings menu.
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Find Firmware Version: In the settings menu, tap “General,” then tap “Firmware Version.”
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Compare with Latest Version: Compare the displayed version numbers with the latest versions listed on the Autel website’s downloads page (www.auteldrones.com/pages/evo-ii-downloads). If the numbers match, your firmware is up to date. If not, follow the steps above to download and install the latest version.
