VESC firmware update tutorial
VESC firmware update tutorial
Intro: Things to know about VESC tool and firmware
Preparation: Getting ready for the firmware update
Updating: Performing the firmware update
FAQ: Common problems and solutions
Updating your VESC firmware
Preparation
Step 1: find out which firmware you have
Step 2: make a backup of your configuration
Step 3: download newest VESC tool and matching firmware
Common Problems一Number 1
Problem
My firmware version is unchanged after firmware update
Underlying Issue
Firmware update fails if you don't have the right bootloader installed
Solution
∪se the VESC tool to update your bootloader too
Common Problems一Number 2
Problem
Cannot deserialize motor/app configuration
Underlying Issue
You successfully updated your firmware, but now your VESC tool no longer
matches the firmware version
Solution
Use the appropriate VESC tool version - if you updated to the latest firmware
you also need the latest VESC tool
Common Problems一Number 3
Problem
My motor is making funny sounds with the new firmware
Underlying Issue
Updating the firmware resets your configuration to the defaults
Solution
Restore your configuration if you made a backup beforehand
Otherwise, redo your configuration again from scratch
VESC Tool https://vesc-project.com/