Novatel OM-20000122 user manual NovAtel Firmware and Software, Firmware Updates and Model Upgrades

Chapter 5

NovAtel Firmware and Software

Download the most recent versions of the NovAtel firmware and receiver software from the NovAtel website at www.novatel.com/support/firmware-downloads.

OEM6 Firmware and Software

Referversions.to Transferring Firmware Files on page 43 for descriptions of the Update and OEM

NovAtel Connect PC Utilities Software Bundle

Bundled PC Utilities software includes:

•NovAtel Connect (a GUI interface)

•Connection Import (imports connection profiles)

•Convert (converts receiver data logs into different formats)

•USB Drivers and Window Signing

The NovAtel Connect PC Utilities bundle can be download from the Downloads section of www.novatel.com/support/search/.

Firmware and Software included

•SoftLoad firmware

•WinLoad software utility

WinLoad and SoftLoad instructions follow.

5.1Firmware Updates and Model Upgrades

A local NovAtel dealer can provide all the information needed to upgrade or update a receiver. Refer to www.novatel.com/where-to-buy for contact information or contact sales@novatel.com or support@novatel.com directly.

5.1.1Firmware Updates

Firmware updates are firmware releases that include fixes and enhancements to the receiver functionality. Firmware updates are released occasionally on the NovAtel web site as they become available. New firmware must be loaded into the receiver through one of the COM ports. Once loaded,

the receiver reboots and begins operating with the new firmware.

Direct access to a serial COM port on the SPAN-CPT is required.

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