Bad Elf Flex Mini: Upgrade to Flex Mini Extreme (BE-GPS-3500)

Bad Elf Flex Mini: Upgrade to Flex Mini Extreme (BE-GPS-3500)

Bad Elf Flex Mini: Upgrade to Flex Mini Extreme (BE-GPS-3500)

Overview:

This article provides step-by-step instructions on how to upgrade your Bad Elf Flex Mini Standard (BE-GPS-2500) to the Flex Mini Extreme (BE-GPS-3500). Please ensure your device is running firmware build 1314 or later before proceeding.

What You’ll Need:

  1. A Flex Mini device with the latest firmware.
  2. A smartphone or tablet with the Bad Elf Flex App installed (iOS or Android)
  3. Internet connectivity (cellular or Wi-Fi)
  4. Flex Mini Extreme upgrade purchased from Bad Elf

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Ensure You Have the Latest Flex App Version:
    1. Make sure the Flex app is up-to-date on your phone/tablet. You can download the latest version from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android).
  2. Pair Your Flex Mini:
    1. iOS: Tap the Flex Mini in Bluetooth settings and wait for the "Connected" indication.
    2. Android: Complete the Bluetooth pairing process, then proceed to the next step.
  3. Confirm Internet Access
    1. Make sure your smartphone or tablet is connected to the internet via Wi-Fi or cellular data.
  4. Open the Flex App:
    1. Launch the Flex app on your device and wait for it to detect your Flex Mini.
  5. Complete Registration and Firmware Updates:
    1. If prompted, follow the registration process and install any pending firmware updates.
  6. Start the Upgrade:
    1. Wait approximately 15 seconds. Your Flex Mini should automatically display a “GNSS FW” upgrade progress screen.
      1. If the screen does not appear, reboot your Flex Mini. The upgrade mode should appear upon startup.
  7. Let the Upgrade Run:
    1. The upgrade process will take approximately 5-8 minutes. Allow the upgrade to complete.
  8. Reboot After Upgrade:
    1. Once the upgrade finishes, reboot your Flex Mini again. It should now display a model number of BE-GPS-3500 on the LCD screen during boot and when it reappears in the Flex app.

Troubleshooting:

  1. If you encounter any errors or your device locks up during the upgrade, wait for a minute. If the issue persists, perform a hard reset:
    1. Press and hold the power button (top left) for 15-20 seconds until the LCD screen turns off.
    2. Power the device back on and restart the upgrade process.
Need More Help?
If you experience any issues or have questions about the upgrade process, feel free to contact us at Bad Elf Support.


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