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2 Arris lift drones need texh support

  • August 5, 2025
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I had an open line of Communication with AMY arris Technician in China, but now will not reply to any of my messages. Willing to pay for support. Help please

 

Drone 1 – Firmware Updated Per Arris Instruction

  • Background: Arris authorized and instructed that the flight controller firmware be updated to PX4 v1.15.4, which was performed successfully.
  • Result:
    • Compass calibration does not start
    • GPS never achieves 3D lock
    • Motors do not respond after arming
    • ESC calibration fails
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  • CUAV’s Determination:
    • The firmware update erased all original integration parameters
    • This included essential settings for PWM outputs, compass/GPS assignments, airframe setup, failsafes, and more
    • CUAV confirmed their hardware is functional but cannot operate due to missing configuration
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  • Key Point: Although Arris approved the firmware update, they did not provide a backup .param file, leaving the system without its required custom settings.
  • Next Steps: CUAV instructed that functionality can only be restored by:
    • Reinstalling Arris’ original configuration
    • Or manually rebuilding the full airframe configuration — a complex, trial-and-error process not supported by CUAV
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Drone 2 – Original Firmware & Parameters Intact

  • Background: This drone has not been updated. It still contains the original firmware and parameters as provided by Arris.
  • Result:
    • Compass calibration fails at 99%
    • GPS will not lock
    • Motors will not arm or spin
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  • CUAV’s Determination:
    • Since the original firmware and settings remain, and the compass/GPS still fail, CUAV suspects:
      • Wiring faults
      • Improper hardware integration at the airframe level
      • Or malfunctioning components (e.g., GPS, ESCs)
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    • CUAV reviewed logs and confirmed their flight controller appears healthy, but cannot determine why systems are not responding
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Final Summary

  • Drone 1: Firmware was updated per Arris’ direction, but Arris failed to provide a backup of their configuration, resulting in full parameter loss. Compass calibration does not start.
  • Drone 2: Retains original configuration, but still fails. Compass calibration halts at 99%.
  • CUAV’s Position: Their hardware is functional, but the drones are not airworthy due to:
    • Drone 1: Missing configuration after Arris-approved update
    • Drone 2: Unknown integration issue despite original configuration being intact
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  • Path Forward: Neither drone can fly without:
    • Full parameter restoration from Arris
    • Or extensive manual reconfiguration and rewiring
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Arris supports only the retail products that are available on surfboard.com but not the ISP lease products.