mecheng89 Posted January 16, 2018 Posted January 16, 2018 Afternoon Hubbers! To those who own or have owned a Powertap wheelset, specifically the G3 ANT+ model, how does one do a software update? I have downloaded, just for the sake of the update, Poweragent. Then I remove the G3 cap from my rear wheel, which has a mini-USB port. I don't know what kind of cable to use to connect to my PC? I used several cellphone charger cables but the computer does not recognise it. Thanks!!
Stoli Posted January 16, 2018 Posted January 16, 2018 Quick Google search:https://www.powertap.com/support/faqs/hubs-wheels Video instructions are available Spin the wheel/axle a couple times with the Powercap still on to "wake up" the PowercapTake Powercap off by removing the triangular nut and pulling Powercap straight off (do NOT twist)Remove the CR2032 battery from the PowercapPlug the Powercap without the battery into your computer using a micro USB cableOpen PowerAgentNavigate to Tools > Firmware > Check for Firmware UpdateClick OK to begin the firmware updateFirmware will install. With some new versions of firmware, Window OS will need to “re-find” the attached PowerCap. Let it run to completion.When PowerAgent says the update was successful, click OK and unplug PowercapWait 10 seconds, plug battery back into the PowercapInstall PowerCap back on PowerTap hub Bigjim 1
milky4130 Posted January 16, 2018 Posted January 16, 2018 Afternoon Hubbers! To those who own or have owned a Powertap wheelset, specifically the G3 ANT+ model, how does one do a software update? I have downloaded, just for the sake of the update, Poweragent. Then I remove the G3 cap from my rear wheel, which has a mini-USB port. I don't know what kind of cable to use to connect to my PC? I used several cellphone charger cables but the computer does not recognise it. Thanks!!Try Bluetooth as well via the mobile phone app.
BicyclePower Posted January 16, 2018 Posted January 16, 2018 Quick Google search: https://www.powertap.com/support/faqs/hubs-wheels Video instructions are available Spin the wheel/axle a couple times with the Powercap still on to "wake up" the PowercapTake Powercap off by removing the triangular nut and pulling Powercap straight off (do NOT twist)Remove the CR2032 battery from the PowercapPlug the Powercap without the battery into your computer using a micro USB cableOpen PowerAgentNavigate to Tools > Firmware > Check for Firmware UpdateClick OK to begin the firmware updateFirmware will install. With some new versions of firmware, Window OS will need to “re-find” the attached PowerCap. Let it run to completion.When PowerAgent says the update was successful, click OK and unplug PowercapWait 10 seconds, plug battery back into the PowercapInstall PowerCap back on PowerTap hub The above video is correct however if running an ANT+ / BLE (dual) power cap please see below. https://www.powertap.com/support/firmware-history You will either use Rouvy or the PowerTap app to update the power cap via BLE. Any issues please call us on 011-023-2777
mecheng89 Posted January 16, 2018 Author Posted January 16, 2018 I think the mistake I made was plug the cap into the computer while it still had the battery in.
silviorel Posted April 4, 2020 Posted April 4, 2020 hello I have a problem with my powertap G3. I can not make an update because of my diferent plug in. If you have ideas please help me.Thank youSilviusorry for my english I'm french.
ridr Posted May 7, 2020 Posted May 7, 2020 hello I have a problem with my powertap G3. I can not make an update because of my diferent plug in. If you have ideas please help me.Thank youSilviusorry for my english I'm french. received_1103063600070810.jpegThat might be the dual ANT+/bluetooth version that can update via bluetooth?
Ozzie NL Posted May 9, 2020 Posted May 9, 2020 That might be the dual ANT+/bluetooth version that can update via bluetooth?Yip have the same and was also baffled with the connector. The firmware can be updated using BT and the powertap app
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