Labquest 2 Update

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LabQuest App 2.8.5 was released December 31st 2018. Download the update to add features and enhancements for LabQuest2.

Features and Enhancements

Version 2.8.5

• Added support for Go Direct Photogate
• Added support for Go Direct Projectile Launcher
• Bug fixes and improvements for Go Direct Sensors

Version 2.8.4

• Added support for Go Direct Sound
• Enabled calibration options for Go Direct Optical Dissolved Oxygen
• Included new Photogate Timing mode for the Vernier Projectile Launcher
• Resolved issues
  • No data point at time = 0 for Go Direct sensors when using time units other than seconds
  • Go Direct LED lights would sometimes incorrectly indicate sensor status

• * Older LabQuest 2 units (Model: LabQuest2) require a Go Wireless USB Radio.

  How to Install LabQuest 2 Updates

  Follow our step-by-step guide to installing a LabQuest 2 update.

  Step 1 – Download the update file

  Download the update file LQ2_2.8.5_Update.lqa to your computer’s desktop. Choose to save the file rather than open it.

  Save the update file to the root directory of a USB drive or Micro SD card.

  Note: Do not put the update file into a folder on the USB drive or Micro SD card. It is important to copy the file directly to the “root” level of the USB drive, which is the top-most level in the file structure of the USB drive. In other words, do not put the file into a new folder, or into any existing folder.

  Step 2 – Apply the update

  • • • Turn LabQuest 2 on.
      • Connect the AC adapter or place LabQuest 2 in the LabQuest Charging Station.
      • Connect the USB drive or insert the Micro SD card into LabQuest 2.
      • Note: When using a LabQuest Charging Station and a Micro SD card, insert the Micro SD card before placing LabQuest 2 in the Charging Station.
      • The update will start automatically and will take less than eight minutes to complete (less than four minutes when using a Micro SD card). The update is complete when the Screen Calibration tool appears.
      • Do not remove the USB drive or Micro SD card until the update is complete.
      • Repeat Step 2 for all of your LabQuest 2 units.

  Step 3 – Calibrate the screen and verify the update has been applied

  • • • Calibrate the LabQuest screen by following the on-screen prompts.
      • Wait for the LabQuest app to launch. Tap System on the Home screen, then tap System Information.
      • Verify you are now running LabQuest app v2.8.5

  LabQuest 2 Update FAQ and Troubleshooting Tips

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  About LabQuest 2

  Vernier LabQuest 2 is a standalone interface used to collect sensor data with its built-in graphing and analysis application. The large, high-resolution touch screen makes it easy and intuitive to collect, analyze, and share data from experiments. Its wireless connectivity encourages collaboration and personalized learning.

  Click here to learn more about LabQuest2