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9XR Pro: Communicating with a Computer
Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 1
Communication between Transmitter and Computer ................................................................. 1
Flashing New Firmware ............................................................................................................. 3
Connecting to the Eepskye Program .......................................................................................... 4
Updating the Boot Loader .......................................................................................................... 4
Restoring a "Bricked" Transmitter with SAM-BA ......................................................................... 5
Further Information .................................................................................................................... 6
Introduction
The Turnigy 9XR Pro transmitter uses ersky9x open source firmware and a Micro-SD card to
make exchanging programs and data with a computer easy and convenient.
This manual explains how to use the computer to keep the 9XR Pro firmware up to date and to
copy new voice and other files to the transmitter. It shows how models can be programmed and
stored using the eepskye desktop program. Finally it provides information on what to do if the
transmitter encounters problems and needs to have the firmware replaced.
Communication between Transmitter and Computer
Two methods are available for transferring files:
1. Micro-SD card: Involves physically moving a storage card between the transmitter and
the computer to transfer files in either direction. This method can be used with
virtually any operating system, including Windows, Macintosh and Linux.
2. USB cable: Uses a direct USB connection to enable the computer and the transmitter to
"talk" to one another.
Method 1: Micro-SD Card (any computer)
The ability of the 9XR Pro transmitter to read from and write to a Micro-SD card allows files to
be directly transferred in either direction between the transmitter and the computer.
The Micro-SD card holder is located under the rubber flap on the bottom of the transmitter. The
card slot is located between the mini-USB connector and the audio jack, as shown below. Insert
the card into the slot with contacts facing up and make sure it latches into place.
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- Page 1 This manual explains how to use the computer to keep the 9XR Pro firmware up to date and to copy new voice and other files to the transmitter. It shows how models can be programmed and stored using the eepskye desktop program.
- Page 2 Your new 9XR Pro may come with a card already installed containing files such as firmware, voice clips, manuals, etc. It’s a good idea to make a backup of the contents of this card on your computer. The transmitter can also save individual model setting files to the Micro-SD card using the Backup command in the Model Select screen.
- Page 3 'Trash'. Physically remove the card. Insert the Micro-SD card into the 9XR Pro, contacts facing up. Make sure it clicks into place. To enter boot mode, hold the horizontal trim switches (Aileron and Rudder) towards the center and turn ON the transmitter.
- Page 4 Eepskye can also be used to update the transmitter’s firmware. Eepskye currently runs on Windows, Macintosh and Linux computers. See the manual Using Eepskye with 9XR Pro for details on how to install and use the program. Updating the Boot Loader The boot loader is a separate program residing in the EEPROM memory that makes it possible for new firmware to be flashed from the Micro SD card to the transmitter.
- Page 5 USB cable and can be instructed to re-flash the ARM chip. The firmware then gives the transmitter the ability to load updated firmware from the SD card without further use of SAM-BA. 9XR Pro: Communicating with a Computer – version 1...
- Page 6 9XR Pro Manuals The following manuals are designed to help you get the most out of your Turnigy 9XR Pro. They are available at: http://openrcforums.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=7 1.
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