SWELLPRO SplashDrone 4 Mounting instructions

SplashDrone 4
Firmware Update Guide
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your drone and accessories.
V1.0 –Oct. 2021

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Thank You
Thank you for purchasing the SplashDrone 4. We have designed and manufactured the
SplashDrone 4 to the highest quality standards.
Like any marine equipment, long-life and trouble-free operation rely on correct care and
maintenance. With proper care and maintenance, you should enjoy your drone for many
years. After flying in salt or contaminated water, always thoroughly rinse your
SplashDrone 4 in freshwater immediately after use or before salt and sediment can dry
inside moving parts.
It is important to familiarize yourself with the features of this unique drone by carefully
studying this manual and particularly the priority sections indicated in the Table of
Contents.
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Information section at the end of this manual, which details additions and corrections
to this manual.
Using this Manual
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used electronically, you can search directly for terms like “Propeller” to find references.
Additionally, you can click on any topic in the Table of Contents to navigate directly to
that topic.
FAQ
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specific problem using the product, the FAQ can be another great
resource for you to look at. Go to the SwellPro website, look for
support >product support > the product > FAQ to find the FAQ page.
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Download the SDFly App
Get the most from your SplashDrone 4 by flying with the SDFly app. This new, powerful
mobile app enhances and optimizes the operation of the SplashDrone 4. Connected
wirelessly to the SplashDrone 4 remote controller, the app allows logging, planning,
recording of missions as well as the control and parameter setting of cameras and
other modules in flight.
Running the SDFly app when you fly adds advanced functionality like mapping, routing,
and intelligent modes to the standard flight modes in the remote controller.
For Apple devices, the iOS version is available for download on the AppStore. The Android
version is available for download on the Google Play Store or directly from the SwellPro
website: www.swellpro.com

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Content
Thank You 2
Using this Manual 2
FAQ 2
Video Tutorials 3
Social Media 3
Register Product Warranty 3
Download the SDFly App 3
Content 5
SplashDrone 4 Firmware Update Guide 6
Flight Control Firmware Updates 7
Remote Control Firmware Updates 10
Gimbal Firmware Updates 13

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SplashDrone 4 Firmware Update Guide
Welcome to the SwellPro product guide. In this guide, we are going to show you how to
update the SplashDrone 4 flight control, remote control, and gimbal firmware.
First, you need a laptop with an internet connection, the product you want to update the
firmware with, a USB cable, and a hex screwdriver.

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Flight Control Firmware Updates
1. Download.
Go to https://www.swellpro.com/splash-drone-4.html#download, click to download
“SwellPro Firmware Update Tool” and “SplashDrone 4 Flight Control Firmware”. Unzip
the “SwellPro Firmware Update Tool”, open “Shark Firmware V2”. Unzip the
“SplashDrone 4 Flight Control Firmware”. Click the first line and select the flight control
firmware.
2. Connect.
Turn over the aircraft, take off the “USB/Pairing Button” cover using the hex screwdriver.

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Connect the aircraft and the laptop using the USB cable. Power on the aircraft.
3. Update.
Click “Update”, the flight control will start to update. Please do not disconnect the USB
cable during updates.

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When the bar shows 100% and changes from gray to white, the update process is
complete. Disconnect the USB cable and restart the aircraft. You can reconnect the USB
cable and click “Firmware Information” to check if the firmware version is up-to-date.
After finish the updates, install the cover back to the aircraft. Ensure the orange rubber
ring is attached to the cover before installing.

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Remote Control Firmware Updates
1. Download.
Go to https://www.swellpro.com/splash-drone-4.html#download, click to download
“SwellPro Firmware Update Tool” and “SplashDrone 4 Remote Control Firmware”. Unzip
the “SwellPro Firmware Update Tool”, open “Shark Firmware V2”. Unzip the
“SplashDrone 4 Remote Control Firmware”. Click the first line and select the remote
control firmware.
2. Connect.
Open the back waterproof cover, connect the remote controller to the laptop using the
USB cable.

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Long press the power button and remain pressing until the update is complete.
3. Update.
Click “Update”, the remote control will start to update. Please do not disconnect the USB
cable during updates. When the bar shows 100% and changes from gray to white, the
update process is complete. Release the power button. Disconnect the USB cable and

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restart the remote controller. You can reconnect the USB cable and click “Firmware
Information” to check if the firmware version is up-to-date.
After finish the updates, press the waterproof sealing back to the remote controller.

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Gimbal Firmware Updates
1. Download.
Go to https://www.swellpro.com/splash-drone-4.html#download, click to download the
corresponding gimbal firmware. We are using “GC3-S” in this video to demonstrate.
Unzip the gimbal firmware file, open “Shark Firmware V2”. The gimbal firmware is
already pre-selected.
2. Connect.
Unscrew and take off the metal cover at the back of the gimbal using the hex
screwdriver.

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Connect the gimbal to the laptop using the USB cable. Power on the aircraft.
3. Update.
Click “Update”, the gimbal will start to update. Please do not disconnect the USB cable
during updates. When the bar shows 100% and changes from gray to white, the update

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process is complete. Repeat the process for the second and the third line, after
completing all three of the updates. Disconnect the USB cable and restart the aircraft.
After finish the updates, install the metal cover back to the gimbal. Ensure the orange
rubber ring is attached to the cover before installing.

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Version Information
SwellPro products are constantly improving, so as the product user guides. It is
recommended to visit www.swellpro.com to check and download the latest user guide.
Version
1.0 SplashDrone 4 Firmware Update Guide 1.0 Edition