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.

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 that they are correct after the fact.

Aircraft Firmware updates are required when updating to IGC version 1.3 and later. To update your IF800 firmware click here, to update your IF1200 firmware click here.

The SONY ILX -LR1 payload requires a MavCam software update when updating to IGC version 1.3 or later.

Gremsy Vio payloads have feature upgrades available with IGC version 1.3. Contact Customer Success to gain access to these new features.

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

   1. How to get 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

Aircraft Firmware updates are required when updating to IGC version 1.3 and later.

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.

Note: If you are installing a version of IGC that includes pilot authentication for the first time, you may need to setup your organization in the Inspired Suite. Please have your fleet manager register your organization on Elevate. From there they can issues pilot logins to team members, see the health of their aircraft, and more. Fleet Managers and Pilots alike can use their Inspired Suite Login on Elevate, the PilotGO app, and IGC. Learn more about the Inspired Suite.