New Firmware V01.04.0602

u000gbk · Jun 13, 2017

rahlback said:
If it works, sure you can use it! For me the new firmware was awfull so I don't want to use it at all, that is why I am using the older firmware for the controller.

agreed ... the latest release messed up so much stuff that it is too unreliable to even use.

lickitysplit11111 · Jun 13, 2017

u000gbk said:
What about the folks using the new + device ... and not using a phone or iPad as a display ??? That ICON is nowhere to be found on the built-in display screens, to enable you to downgrade :-(

I dont own a + but youtube is a great source of "How to's "...

shenzi105 · Jun 13, 2017

smiller said:
I don't think that is any different from before, i.e. you cannot fly at all in a red NFZ and you can fly in a yellow zone by authorizing online to enable for a 24-hour period. Disabling the geo warning system only disables the warnings, it never disabled red and yellow NFZs. The firmware update allows DJI to update NFZs more easily but it does not change the current zones or current policy.

It is different from before, Yellow NFZ are not optional for online authorization anymore.

lickitysplit11111 · Jun 13, 2017

shenzi105 said:
It is different from before, Yellow NFZ are not optional for online authorization anymore.

Is there an app that shows NFZ's ?

Shan · Jun 13, 2017

smiller said:
I don't think that is any different from before, i.e. you cannot fly at all in a red NFZ and you can fly in a yellow zone by authorizing online to enable for a 24-hour period. Disabling the geo warning system only disables the warnings, it never disabled red and yellow NFZs. The firmware update allows DJI to update NFZs more easily but it does not change the current zones or current policy.

i thought you just had to call the airport or helipad. what do you mean you have to get an authorization? Has something changed? I usually fly in a green area out of the no fly zone.

skyeboysteve · Jun 13, 2017

Well, one positive aspect of this firmware update... the camera doesn't move between frames when shooting AEB--like it used to when mechanical shutter was enabled--even when sitting perfectly still on a table (not flying)... so there's that improvement. However, the camera still twitches between individual shots; though not nearly as badly as it used to. Mechanical shutter and gimble lock options seem to have no effect on the twitch like they used to.

KingDad1985 · Jun 14, 2017

Flew for the first time after updating. 4 batteries. No issues. Actually want to point out a few improvements. My gimbal is now pointed straight, so now it flies "straight", During the update process my gimbal went on crack mode, so maybe that helped it.
My signal is also alot better, with a clearer video feed, and I was able to fly farther then I ever have. I'm happy

hikingbears · Jun 14, 2017

I just scanned through the thread and it seems this firmware update generated the following problems?
1. Weak RC signal, easy to get disconnected with the AC.
2. Camera calibrating issue.
3. Laggy live video feed
4. Smart RTH problems?
...

I flew my bird for the first time (after firmware upgrade) on last Sunday and did not notice problem #1, #3 and #4. Am I lucky or does it only happen to old birds? I'm a newbie and don't know if I should roll back to the previous version. Anyone can suggest how I can see those problems? Thanks.

I am going to calibrate the camera to see if it can pass 50%...

KingDad1985 · Jun 14, 2017

hikingbears said:
I just scanned through the thread and it seems this firmware update generated the following problems?
1. Weak RC signal, easy to get disconnected with the AC.
2. Camera calibrating issue.
3. Laggy live video feed
4. Smart RTH problems?
...

I flew my bird for the first time (after firmware upgrade) on last Sunday and did not notice problem #1, #3 and #4. Am I lucky or does it only happen to old birds? I'm a newbie and don't know if I should roll back to the previous version. Anyone can suggest how I can see those problems? Thanks.

I am going to calibrate the camera to see if it can pass 50%...

I have better signal after update. Clear lag free video feed

hikingbears · Jun 14, 2017

KingDad1985 said:
I have better signal after update. Clear lag free video feed

My live feed was also clear and smooth for most of the time. Did you just get your new P4P and upgrade after unboxing?

Dome · Jun 14, 2017

After a couple of 20min flights, I must say that new firmware didn't give me any trouble. Video feed seems as before and rc worked fine. I didn't try intelligent flight options anyway. H264 video quality is as it was before. I forgot to set video to h265 option to check it.

KingDad1985 · Jun 14, 2017

hikingbears said:
My live feed was also clear and smooth for most of the time. Did you just get your new P4P and upgrade after unboxing?

No I have 16 hours flight time

nollzr · Jun 14, 2017

Ok..... once again... is the gimbal flip problem still present??? Anyone?? Anyone??

picky · Jun 14, 2017

u000gbk said:
Wish I could find a copy of the previous RC firmware available for download !!!

I try to email it but the file still to big even after using winzip

GadgetGuy · Jun 14, 2017

nollzr said:
Ok..... once again... is the gimbal flip problem still present??? Anyone?? Anyone??

My understanding is that the gimbal flip is a hardware issue and not a firmware issue. The gimbal stop is hit prematurely, and the camera flips. If it is happening in normal flight with mild turns (usually only left turns) and minimal wind at speeds 30mph and under, I would replace it. I had to replace 6 of them to get one that won't flip!

PaulNH · Jun 14, 2017

I had a brain cramp, and clicked on the dji pro 4 update, oh well. Started doing the firmware (might as well). It connected fine and started the update. During the update my tablet screen went into sleep mode. I nudged it with my finger (to wake it up - to watch the progress) and the whole process stopped. I can't get it to start again... the button that says START TO UPDATE is grayed out. There is a note: Update Log: "You are in compatibility update or lacking update log. I'm not sure if that's standard or if it is a result of the firmware update stopping. I thought of using DJI asstant 2. Installed it, connected my drone to my computer... and nothing happens. It never changes the opening screen. I thought that maybe I could download the firmware file and download it to a usb card... but can't find any place to find it. Any suggestions ????

PaulNH · Jun 14, 2017

PaulNH said:
I had a brain cramp, and clicked on the dji pro 4 update, oh well. Started doing the firmware (might as well). It connected fine and started the update. During the update my tablet screen went into sleep mode. I nudged it with my finger (to wake it up - to watch the progress) and the whole process stopped. I can't get it to start again... the button that says START TO UPDATE is grayed out. There is a note: Update Log: "You are in compatibility update or lacking update log. I'm not sure if that's standard or if it is a result of the firmware update stopping. I thought of using DJI asstant 2. Installed it, connected my drone to my computer... and nothing happens. It never changes the opening screen. I thought that maybe I could download the firmware file and download it to a usb card... but can't find any place to find it. Any suggestions ????

UPDATE: Tried DJI Assistant 2, again.... out of frustration I used my own USB cord..... suddenly it worked.... almost down with the upgrade ! Fingers crossed.....

Dirby · Jun 14, 2017

sounds great.

u000gbk · Jun 14, 2017

hikingbears said:
I just scanned through the thread and it seems this firmware update generated the following problems?
1. Weak RC signal, easy to get disconnected with the AC.
2. Camera calibrating issue.
3. Laggy live video feed
4. Smart RTH problems?
...

I flew my bird for the first time (after firmware upgrade) on last Sunday and did not notice problem #1, #3 and #4. Am I lucky or does it only happen to old birds? I'm a newbie and don't know if I should roll back to the previous version. Anyone can suggest how I can see those problems? Thanks.

I am going to calibrate the camera to see if it can pass 50%...

You are right on in your assessment .. I have experienced the same issues !!! My confidence in flying with the crappy-flash they released is very low right now ... I have too much $$$ invested to have it act flukey and not respond properly ... maybe even lose it due to signal issues, etc. ... If I could get a-hold of the previous flash for the P4P+ RC (stand-alone display) unit I would downgrade my drone immediately until this is all resolved with a corrected release. So far I have not secured the file ... any clue where to download it from?

GadgetGuy · Jun 14, 2017

P4P+ is a strange bird, and will always have unique problems. Buy yourself a regular remote for the P4P aircraft, for $319 more, saving yourself from all the aggravation of the P4P+, and you can thank me later! It's a small price to pay for sanity!