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In addition, the NVRAM keeps information about
the receiver file system. Note that after clearing the
NVRAM, the receiver’s SAT LED will flash yellow for a
few seconds indicating that the receiver is scanning
and checking the file system.
Using MinPad to Clear NVRAM
Press the power button to turn off the receiver.
Press and hold the FN button.
Press and hold the power button for about 4 to 8
seconds. Release the power button while continuing
to hold the FN button.
Wait until the four LEDs blink yellow.
Release the FN button.
Using NetView to Clear NVRAM
Connect your receiver and computer. Start NetView.
Establish connection between NetView and receiver.
Click on the receiver name on the left panel. On the
right click on Actions4Clear NVRAM.
Confirm NVRAM clearing.
CHECKING FIRMWARE
VERSION
Use NetView to check the firmware version of your
receiver.
Connect your receiver and computer. Start NetView.
Establish connection between NetView and receiver.
Click on the receiver name on the left panel. On the
right appears the information about receiver includ-
ing receiver model, ID, firmware version.
To save this information to the .txt file, click
Reports4Receiver info on the right panel.
Loading New Firmware
Base and Rover receivers must be loaded with the
same firmware version. Use the latest firmware ver-
sion, available for download from the JAVAD GNSS
website, to ensure your receiver has the most recent
updates.
To load new firmware use NetView.
Connect your receiver and computer. Start NetView.
Establish connection between NetView and receiver.
Click on the receiver name on the left panel. On the
right appears the information about receiver.
Click
Action
4
Update
firmware.
Select the file with the mew firmware and click
Open.
TROUBLESHOOTING
This chapter will help you diagnose and solve some
common problems you may encounter with your re-
ceiver.
Warning:
Do not attempt to repair equipment yourself. Doing
so will void your warranty and may damage the hardware.
Check This First!
Before contacting JAVAD GNSS support, check the
following:
Check all external receiver connections carefully to
ensure correct and secure connections. Double check
for worn or defective cables.
Check all power sources.
Check that the most current software is down-
loaded onto the computer and that the most current
firmware is loaded into the receiver. Check the JAVAD
GNSS website for the latest updates.
Then, try the following:
Reset the receiver using NetView: Receiver name
(on the left panel)4Actions 4Reset.
Restore default settings using NetView
Receiver
name (on the left panel)
4
Actions
4
Initial parameters.
Clear the NVRAM.
If the problem persists, see the following sections
for other solutions.
Receiver Problems
The following are some of the most commonly en-
countered receiver problems.
Cable specific problems
The cable is not properly plugged in.
Check that the cable connector is attached to the
correct receiver port.
Unplug the cable, then securely and properly re-
connect it to the receiver.
The cable is damaged.
Use an undamaged cable. Contact your Dealer to
