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NovAtel Firmware and Software
Chapter 7
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ProPak6 Installation and Operation User Manual Rev 4
Downloading Firmware
1. Select the file to download according to
2. Ensure the file path and name are displayed in main display area (see
).
3. Click Write Flash to download the firmware.
4. When
Searching for card
appears in the main display, power cycle the receiver.
Figure 33: Searching for Card
5. If the Authorization Code window appears, enter the auth-code and click
OK
for further information about the Authorization Code.
Figure 34: Authorization Code Window
6. The receiver finishes the download and then resets. The process is complete when
Done
appears in
the main display area.
Figure 35: Upgrade Process Complete
7. Close WinLoad.
7.4
Updating Using SoftLoad Commands
Firmware can be updated on a running receiver using a process called SoftLoad. Any available
communication ports on the receiver (COM, USB, ICOM, XCOM, etc.) can be used. The SoftLoad
process is made up of a set of commands and logs that are used to send new firmware data to a receiver
and check the progress of the update. Use SoftLoad if automated loading is desired or if a connection is
only possible through USB or Ethernet.
The receiver stops tracking GNSS satellites during the SoftLoad process. Do not attempt to SoftLoad
when GNSS satellite tracking on the unit is required. If the unit is connected to the NovAtel Connect
utility, only the Console and ASCII Message windows may remain open in the Connect Utility.
7.4.1
SoftLoad Commands and Logs
Refer to the
OEM6 Family Firmware Reference Manual
(OM-20000129) for further log and command
information.