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Our regular software updates extend the features of the RN systems. Please always use your Race Navigator with the latest software version. If an error occurs with your device, first make sure that the latest software version is installed.

The update process is uncomplicated and fast and only requires Internet access.

Update via the Race Navigator Dashboard

Available for: all Race Navigator models

With this variant, the entire update process is controlled by the user via the display of the Race Navigator.
You do not need any further accessories. All you need is a Wi-Fi network with Internet access.

First, make sure that the Race Navigator is connected to the Internet via a Wi-Fi network. To do this, select the "Settings" button on the Race Navigator dashboard:
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Next, click on the "Network" button:
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Click on the "Connect to Internet" button in the next screen:
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A list of available Wi-Fi networks appears. Select your network and enter the network password to connect, if necessary:
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Once the device is connected to the Internet, you can start the actual update process. Return to the home screen and click the "Settings" button:
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Next, click on the "Device" button:
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Next, click on the "Update" button:
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A new screen will open showing, among other things, the currently installed software version. If an update is available, it will be displayed as "New Version [version number] available". Click the "Download" button to download the latest software update:
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A colored bar shows the download progress:
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As soon as the download is finished, the "Install" button will appear. Press it to continue:
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A new screen appears showing the version number of the downloaded update. Press the "Start Update" button to start the installation:
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The installation of the update may take a few minutes. A colored bar shows the installation progress:
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After the installation is completed, a screen will appear with the message "Installation finished successfully". Your device now has the latest software version and is ready for use:
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Update via RN Connect App

Available for: RN ONE MKII, RN PRO

With this variant, you control the update process via the RN Connect app on your iPhone or iPad.
Update via the Connect App is only available for the RN ONE (new version) and the RN PRO.

Your iPhone or iPad must have an active Internet connection for the update process. This can be a Wi-Fi network with Internet access, or the mobile Internet access of your device.

Important: If you want to use your mobile Internet access, please consider the data volume, if applicable, as the download of the current software version is done via the Internet access.

First, make sure the RN Connect app is installed on your Apple iPad or iPhone. The RN Connect app can be downloaded free of charge from the Appstore on iTunes:

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Start the RN Connect App. Click the "RN Updates" tab at the bottom right of the Home screen.
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The latest available update is displayed under "Available update" with the corresponding version number. Click on the cloud symbol (cloud) to download the latest software version.
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A red bar inside the cloud shows the download progress.
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Once the update has been downloaded, it appears with the version number under the Downloaded update bar.
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To continue with the update, you need to pair your Race Navigator device with the Connect app. To do this, switch on your Race Navigator device. First click on the "Settings" button on the dashboard:
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Next, click on the "Network" button:
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Click the "AP MODE" button on the next screen. Your Race Navigator now creates its own Wi-Fi network. The name of the network is displayed at the top of the screen under "Network" (e.g. RNPRO-10_AP). Next, connect your iPad or iPhone to this network. This completes the pairing process.
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Return to the app for the next steps. In the RN Connect App, click the RN "Devices Tab" in the lower left corner of the screen. A list of Race Navigator devices connected to the app appears.
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Click the "Settings" button on the device you want to update.
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Click the "Device Status" button.
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Under "Software update" the latest downloaded software update with version number is displayed. Press Update to version to start the update.
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Confirm the update by clicking on YES. Before doing so, make sure that your Race Navigator is connected to a power source. Otherwise, the update process may not start or may be interrupted. During the update process, Race Navigator may restart itself several times.
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After the successful update you can delete the downloaded software update from your iPad or iPhone to save disk space. To do this, return to the RN Updates tab by clicking RN Updates in the lower right corner of the screen.
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Under the bar "Downloaded Update" the downloaded software update is listed with version number. Click on "Delete" to delete it from your iPad or iPhone.
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