POWERFLARM FUSION
INSTALLATION MANUAL
Date: 2020-11-10
Version: 1.0
Page: 24 of 38
FLARM Technology Ltd
Hinterbergstrasse 15
CH-6330 Cham
Document Number:
FTD-077
Note:
The FLARM Hub firmware can only be updated via FLARM Hub.
The USB connector must be readily accessible via the supplied USB extension
cable. The USB extension cable should normally be installed in the instrument
panel.
Note:
The USB flash drive must not be connected during flight.
For USB flash drive operation, see the User and Maintenance Manual.
2.7
Firmware Updates
PowerFLARM Fusion has two separate firmware which are installed separately: one
for the FLARM system (called
PowerFLARM firmware
) and one for FLARM Hub.
In order to allow global and synchronized changes to the FLARM ecosystem, every
FLARM device needs to be updated with the latest PowerFLARM firmware version
at least once per year (every 12 calendar months) as part of the annual
maintenance. Firmware updates typically contain algorithm and protocol
improvements and new features.
In addition, each PowerFLARM firmware also has a fixed expiry date to avoid that
devices that have not been updated are broadcasting obsolete data. If the expiry
date is reached, the device will issue an error. If the firmware update scheme is
followed, the expiry date will never be reached. The expiry date shall never be
relied upon for scheduling updates.
The FLARM Hub firmware can be updated in FLARM Hub. This should normally be
done whenever updating the PowerFLARM firmware but is not mandatory. Any
compatibility constraints will be noted in the firmware release notes.
When the device is delivered, it might not have the latest firmware versions and
the PowerFLARM firmware may even be expired. Always update to the latest
firmware versions as part of the installation. See the User and Maintenance Manual
for details.
2.8
Configuration
During installation, PowerFLARM Fusion must be configured correctly for the
specific aircraft in which it is installed. This normally also includes installing an
Obstacle Database. See the User and Maintenance Manual for details.
