Updates & Downloads

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GPSMAP 278 (region file only) software version 3.60

as of May 13, 2013

Use Garmin Express to install this file.

(4.13 MB)

View system requirements

Notes:

• WARNING: If you are updating from a previous software version, this software may clear user memory.
• Please back up important data (routes, tracks, and waypoints) to MapSource prior to updating.
• WARNING: If this software is uploaded to a device other than that for which it is designed, you will not be able to operate that device.
• If attempts to upload software fail, you may need to return the device to Garmin® for service.

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Change History

Changes made from version 3.50 to 3.60:

• Support for new 010-10517-02 battery pack

Changes made from version 3.40 to 3.50:

• Improved GPS satellite acquisition processing
• Updated magnetic variation table with IGRF 2010 model

Changes made from version 3.30 to 3.40:

• Added support for large NAND datacards
• Improved power-up processing

Changes made from version 3.20 to 3.30:

• Improved battery gauge accuracy

Changes made from version 3.10 to 3.20:

• Improved compatibility with 512MB data card
• Improved map display when both internal maps and maps on a data card are visible
• Improved unit behavior when a blank data card is inserted
• Improved display of battery charge level

Changes made from version 2.90 to 3.10:

• Corrected address search operation with MPC maps.

Changes made from version 2.80 to 2.90:

• Improved GPS satellite acquisition under certain conditions.

Changes made from version 2.70 to 2.80:

• Corrected external voltage alarm persistent behavior between power cycles.
• Corrected state and country information for city searches.

Changes made from version 2.60 to 2.70:

• Improved NMEA output.
• Daylight saving changes for United States.
• Added Mexican time zones.
• Corrected address and postal code searches when a datacard is present.

Changes made from version 2.50 to 2.60:

• Corrected 'persist' setting for external voltage alarm.
• Improved ability to move user waypoints while editing a route.

Changes made from version 2.40 to 2.50:

• Improved display of recommended route lines on marine charts.
• Added capability to send routes containing custom POIs to MapSource. Requires MapSource version 6.12.
• Improved city selection operation for European address searches.
• Improved operation when moving user waypoints with the map cursor.
• Corrected issue with changing usage mode from the Setup tab of the main menu.

Changes made from version 2.30 to 2.40:

• Corrected issue that could cause 'WorldMap' series maps from being displayed.
• Increased the number of characters allowed to display map zoom status.
• Corrected text translations.
• Clear trip data to correct issue with previously stored data.
• Added Czech voice support.

Changes made from version 2.10 to 2.30:

• Corrected issue in previous software revision that could prevent the time zone from being changed.
• Corrected issue that could cause the odometer field value to become inaccurate.
• Corrected occasional unit shutdown during powerup.
• Updated text translations for Italian.

System requirements

1. IBM-compatible PC running Windows 2000 or later operating system and an available USB or Com 1, 2, 3, or 4 port.
2. PC Interface Cable for your GPS unit. The PC Interface Cable may be purchased through your local Garmin distributor or ordered direct from our Online Store.

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