FishFinder 160 Blue Software Version 2.10 ------------------------------------------------------------ To view the software version, do the following: 1. Press the SETUP key. 2. Select the Memory tab. 3. Select the Software Version button. 4. Press the ENTER key. ------------------------------------------------------------ Warnings: If this software is uploaded to a unit other than the product for which it is designed, you will not be able to operate that unit. If repeated software upload attempts fail, you may need to return the unit to GARMIN for service. ------------------------------------------------------------ Notes: ------------------------------------------------------------ Change History: Version 2.04 to 2.10: 1. Update the French translation. 2. Allow the unit to reacquire the bottom faster when moving quickly over large changes in bottom depth greater than 200ft (60m). 3. Speed up re-acquisition by not alternating frequency unless the user has chosen dual frequency mode. 4. Updated company name and copyright information. 5. Added a lower limit to gain stepping when trying to reacquire the bottom in shallow water. --------------------- Version 2.03 to 2.04: 1. Improved update efficiency by reducing the number of STC computations needed. 2. Corrected blanking error when a zoomed sonar image undergoes a range change. 3. Added more filtering to water temperature. 4. Improved noise rejector some. Now less likely to reject weak signals when rejection isn't necessary. 5. Use correct fish ID bitmap transforms. Transformations were working correctly by accident, now they work on purpose. 6. Changes to transmitter clock duty cycle to more evenly distribute transmit energy over the duration of the transmit pulse. --------------------- Version 2.02 to 2.03: 1. Improved performance when switching between depth number "from chart" and "auto". 2. Corrected setting of speed calibration when calibration is canceled before it finishes. 3. Added Croatian language. --------------------- Version 2.01 to 2.02: 1. Turn off transmitter if unit is powered on in an overvoltage condition. --------------------- Version 2.00 to 2.01: 1. Changed 200kHz, 50kHz, and dual icons to narrower versions to maximize usable screen space. 2. Guarantee power down beep completes before powering down unit. 3. Remove screen flash on unit power up. 4. Make sure that the digital depth correctly flashes when the depth lock is lost in "From Chart" mode. 5. Updated Swedish translations. 6. Updated Portuguese translations. --------------------- Version 2.00 is the initial release version. ------------------------------------------------------------ Upload Instructions: Instructions for uploading the new software to your FishFinder using Microsoft Windows 95/98/NT: 1. Download the appropriate self-extracting archive file onto your hard drive. 2. Unzip the files in the archive by running the downloaded executable file. 3. Connect your unit to a free serial port (Com 1, 2, 3, or 4) on your PC with a PC interface cable. 4. Turn on your unit and ensure NMEA Output is set to "OFF". You can find this setting in the Setup menu on the "System" tab. 5. Change to the directory in which you unzipped the files, (i.e., C:\GARMIN), and run the update program, updater.exe. Select the appropriate serial port and click "OK" to begin the software upload. During the upload, the display will indicate "Software Loading...." The upload process should take 2-5 minutes to complete. When the upload is completed, the unit will reset itself and turn on normally. ------------------------------------------------------------Download Driver Pack
After your driver has been downloaded, follow these simple steps to install it.
Expand the archive file (if the download file is in zip or rar format).
If the expanded file has an .exe extension, double click it and follow the installation instructions.
Otherwise, open Device Manager by right-clicking the Start menu and selecting Device Manager.
Find the device and model you want to update in the device list.
Double-click on it to open the Properties dialog box.
From the Properties dialog box, select the Driver tab.
Click the Update Driver button, then follow the instructions.
Very important: You must reboot your system to ensure that any driver updates have taken effect.
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