Updating IGC from Version 1.2 and Later

This procedure explains how to update the Inspired Ground Control (IGC) on your Ground Control Station (GCS). Downloading the new version may take a few minutes to complete.

  1. Ensure your Ground Control Station is connected to the internet via Wifi.

  2. Open IGC by tapping on the IFT icon

  1. Login with your Inspired Suite Account

  2. Tap on the IFT logo and navigate to Application Settings

  1. Navigate to ‘IGC’ Tab

  1. Under the App Downloads section, Tap on Get App Updates to see available updates

  1. Tap the Download button to download the latest version.

  1. After the download has completed, tap the Install button

  2. After the installation has completed, tap the Open button.

  3. Close the IGC App and reopen it to see the new version

    1. Swipe in from the left edge of the screen to see the native Android buttons

    2. Tap the square

    3. You will now be able to see a list of all open apps on the device

    4. Press the 'x' for IGC to close it

    5. Tap outside of the box to see the native Android home screen

    6. Reopen the IGC app by tapping on the IGC app

Confirm Settings Are Set Correctly:

Updating your IGC software may change any custom settings your team has setup on your aircraft. We recommend documenting your settings prior to updating and then verifying all custom settings are correct after the update is complete.

To check commonly changed Settings:

  1. Tap on the IGC Icon in the upper left

  2. Tap on the Application Settings button

  3. Tap on the General Menu item

  4. Scroll down to Units

    1. Verify that they are set correctly (Metric/Imperial)

  5. Go back to the flight screen

  6. Tap on the IGC icon in the upper left

  7. Tap on the Vehicle Setup button

  8. Scroll to Button Mapping

During installation, button mapping is set to a default state as shown below. If previously reconfigured, be sure to adjust as needed.

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