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Free Update to iFS Version 3 - As of 26 November
Thursday, 23.10.2008
Exploit the many new features of the new GRAUPNER iFS - Version 3.
As of 26 November we will be able to offer a free update to iFS - Version 3 to all owners of the first generation of iFS.
iFS - Version 3 offers the following advantages:
• Expanded Frequency Hopping modes
• Simultaneous servo outputs
• Telemetry support
• Potential for connecting up to 64 subordinate receivers
• Low-voltage warning
Contrary to many claims in the relevant modelling forums, the update does not involve the replacement of any hardware components at all. The update to Version 3 is a pure software upgrade for the RF module and receiver.
How does updating to iFS - Version 3 work?
The RF module and receiver must be sent to the GRAUPNER Service department.
Please note: if possible please be sure to use our iFS update card. The iFS update card can be downloaded from our website: www.graupner-ifs-system.de.
Please send your iFS components together with the iFS update card to us at the following address:
Graupner GmbH & Co. KG
IFS - Update
Henrietten Str. 94 - 96
D-73230 Kirchheim unter Teck
Germany
Why can I not carry out the update to Version 3 myself using the Programmer, Order No. 23300?
To allow the system to carry out frequency hopping over sixteen channels, the update to Version 3 includes loading the latest firmware version onto the RF circuit boards of the receiver and transmitter module. For this reason we regret that it is impossible for the user to carry out the update himself using the XZ-P1 iFS Programmer (Order No. 23300).
Of course, it will be possible for the user to carry out future software updates with the help of the Programmer.
Naturally you can send your first-generation iFS components to us before 26 November 2008. However, please note that the work will not be carried out before that date. As of 26 November we guarantee that the update will be completed as quickly as possible. The work is carried out at no cost to you.
Since GRAUPNER iFS equipment is a future-proof system of modular construction, we recommend that you register for the GRAUPNER iFS newsletter (www.graupner-ifs-system.de). This will ensure that you keep up-to-date with the latest technical developments.
The update to Version 3 is carried out at no cost to you.
(Please note that we are only able to accept parcels sent with pre-paid postage.)
Please refer to the new FAQ list “Update Info” on our website www.graupner-ifs-system.de, where you will find the latest information regarding the update to iFS - Version 3.