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SMART7 Installation and Operation User Manual v6
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Chapter 11 NovAtel Firmware and Software
Download the most recent versions of the NovAtel firmware and receiver software from the Downloads section
of
www.novatel.com/support/search/
NovAtel Software
NovAtel software applications run on a computer and are used to interact with NovAtel receivers. The following
software is available from the NovAtel website:
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NovAtel Connect (a GUI interface)
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Convert (converts receiver data logs into different formats)
NovAtel software is available in Windows compatible and Unix compatible versions. For information about using
NovAtel Connect or Convert, refer to the help system available within the application.
NovAtel Connect version 2.0 or greater is required for OEM7 receivers. Download the latest
NovAtel Connect software and documentation from
www.novatel.com/novatel-connect
NovAtel Firmware
NovAtel firmware runs on NovAtel receivers. It provides the features and functionality available on the receiver.
The firmware download file contains:
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Firmware *.shex file
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WinLoad software utility
11.1 Firmware Updates and Model Upgrades
A local NovAtel dealer can provide all the information needed to upgrade or update a receiver. Refer to
for contact information or contact
or
directly.
11.1.1 Firmware Updates
Firmware updates are firmware releases that include fixes and enhancements to the receiver functionality. Firm-
ware updates are released on the NovAtel web site as they become available. Firmware upgrades can be per-
formed using the WinLoad utility, SoftLoad commands, NovAtel Web UI, NovAtel Connect or with a custom
loader application. Contact NovAtel Customer Support (
) for details on custom loader
requirements.
11.1.2 Model Upgrades
Model upgrades enable purchased receiver features.
Contact a local NovAtel dealer to assist in selecting the upgrade options that best suit your GNSS needs at
. Contact NovAtel Customer Support
or
to request a temporary upgrade authorization code for trial purposes.
Model upgrades can be applied to the receiver with an authorization code and the
AUTH
command without return-
ing the receiver to the dealer.