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Chapter 11 NovAtel Firmware
Download the most recent versions of the NovAtel firmware from the
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
novatel.com/contactus/sales-offices
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.
Firmware updates are released on the NovAtel web site as they become available. Firmware upgrades can be
performed using the WinLoad utility, SoftLoad commands, Setup & Monitor (Web), NovAtel Application Suite
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
novatel.com/contactus/dealer-network
. Contact NovAtel Customer Support
or
novatel.com/contactus/sales-offices
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
returning the receiver to the dealer.
11.2 Authorization Code
An authorization code, commonly known as an auth-code, is required to change the software model on a
receiver. Auth-codes are obtained by contacting
. Upon contact, NovAtel Customer
Support requires:
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the receiver model number
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the receiver serial number
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the receiver firmware version
Enter the
LOG VERSION
command to determine the receiver model, serial number and firmware version.
Example:
