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🔄 Firmware Update Guide

This guide details the process for updating the main drone firmware, covering the two critical processors:

  • STM32F405 (Dedicated Flight Control, Motor and Sensor Management)
  • ESP32S3 (Main Control, Telemetry, Camera Driver, and Radio Communication)

The update is performed using the application's QR code method.

⚠️ Prerequisites and Safety Checks

Before starting the update process, ensure all the following conditions are met to prevent failure or damage:

  • Wi-Fi Network: You must use a stable 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network (most 5 GHz networks are not compatible).
  • Proximity: Keep your mobile device/laptop near the RoBeeX AI Drone and your Wi-Fi router for a strong, stable connection.
  • Battery Level: The drone's battery charge must be above 50%.
  • Lighting: The ambient lighting must be normal and stable to ensure the drone's camera can clearly see the generated QR code.

Step-by-Step Update Process

The update process is very similar to the initial process

Entering Update Mode

  1. Enter Update Mode: Press the Switch Key (located on the side of the RoBeeX) and hold it for more than 3 seconds.

    • Video Guide: See how to enter Update Mode here:
  2. Verify Status: Continue holding until all 4 RGB LEDs on the drone begin to flash blinky 🔵 blue. This confirms the drone is ready to receive network configuration (See Detailed LED Status below).

Sending Network Configuration (QR Code Scan & Download)

You can follow the exact steps you took for as the inital firmware update,

These steps are well documented at First Power Up page.