I think there's some confusion here. AFAIK, the motor lock is caused by firmware mismatch between craft and controller. This has nothing to do with the craft somehow knowing it is flying with outdated firmware. Blade strike and Tahoe Ed on the RCGroups Inspire thread have confirmed this here:
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Originally Posted by
blade strike
Firmware mismatch is completely different than a running an old version of the app. If you do not receive a warning and do not need to
unlock motors the craft has gone through a self check. Remember you can fly the craft without the need of an app unless the craft does locks the motor do to an error.
My question: So that's what the "unlock motors" feature is for?
You should be able to fly the craft just fine but just be aware that the you will not be able to use the F mode. This is dialed by the new fw be default. You will need the newer app version to enable all these features.
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Originally Posted by
KGarrison
The release notes regarding the INSPIRE 1 firmware version v1.2.0.14 is listed as below:
Overview:
1. All-in-One Firmware Version updated to: v1.2.0.14
2. DJI Pilot app Android Version updated to: v1.0.0.1
Major Updates:
1. Display height and distance limits in the DJI Pilot app. IMU program updated.
2. Added button in DJI Pilot app to enable or disable the Flight Mode Switch on the remote controller. The Flight Mode Switch is disabled by default. Enable the Flight Mode Switch to switch from P mode to A or F mode.
3. The compass will turn off automatically when abnormal compass readings are detected. The aircraft will enter A mode when the compass is off.
Notice:
1. Update the firmware to the latest version,
otherwise you may not be able to start the motors.
My question: Firmware mismatch?
2. Re-link the remote controller to the aircraft if the connection is lost after the firmware upgrade.