
Chapter 5
NovAtel Firmware and Software
Download the most recent versions of the NovAtel firmware and receiver software from the NovAtel website at
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
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
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