Updating Firmware

Updating Your ROSRider’s Firmware

Important Note: Before proceeding with the firmware update, ensure you have the correct firmware file for your specific ROSRider model. Incorrect firmware can lead to device malfunction.

To initiate the firmware update process, follow these steps:

Enter Bootloader Mode:

Press and Hold the Reset Button: Keep the reset button pressed.
Press and Hold the Boot Button: While still holding the reset button, press the boot button.
Release the Reset Button: Once the reset button is released, you can also release the boot button.

The ROSRider should now enter bootloader mode. This is indicated by the green LED lighting up constantly.

Run this command to view system logs in real-time.

sudo tail -f /var/log/syslog

You should see a message indicating successful entry into bootloader mode, which typically reads:

Before Starting Update: Important Considerations

Power Supply: Ensure a stable power supply during the update process.
USB Connection: A reliable USB connection is crucial.
Firmware Compatibility: Always use the firmware provided by ACADA Robotics for your specific model.
Patience: The firmware update process may take some time. Avoid interrupting the process.

By following these steps and adhering to the specific instructions provided by ACADA Robotics, you can successfully update your ROSRider’s firmware and enhance its capabilities.

Updating ROSRider Firmware with I2CRider.dfu

Prerequisites:

Linux Computer: You’ll need a Linux-based computer (e.g., Ubuntu, Debian) to perform the firmware update.
dfu-util: Ensure you have dfu-util installed on your system. It’s a common tool for device firmware updates.
I2CRider.dfu: Obtain this file from Acada Robotics. It contains the firmware update for your ROSRider.

Steps:

Execute the following commands to set the suffix and prefix for the DFU device:

    dfu-suffix -a I2CRider.dfu -v 0x1cbe -p 0x00ff  
dfu-prefix -s 0x2800 -a I2CRider.dfu

Run the following command to initiate the firmware update process:

dfu-util -D I2CRider.dfu

If the update is successful, you will see the message No error condition is present This indicates that the firmware has been successfully written to the device. Remember to reset the board by pressing the reset button to exit bootloader mode and enter normal operation.

You can now proceed to the next chapter, we’ll delve into the intricacies of robotic procedures such as PID tuning, odometry validation, and covariance estimation.

Next Chapter: Procedures

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