Change History

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MFD 7412/7612/7412xsv/7612xsv software version 20.40/4.40

as of June 18, 2021

Changes made from version 20.20 to 20.40:

• Improved presentation and review of ActiveCaptain Community POIs.
• Updated magnetic variance models.
• Other improvements and bug fixes.

Changes made from version 20.00 to 20.20:

• Fixed an issue where AC Power Gauge would not update when receiving NMEA 2000 GAAC PGN.
• Fixed a rare issue that could cause marking a waypoint to fail.
• Fixed an issue with sonar pinch-to-zoom after changing frequency.
• Other improvements and bug fixes.

Changes made from version 19.00 to 20.00:

• Improved autopilot remote pairing.
• Added autopilot response to power boats.
• Added autopilot response adjustment for power boats.
• Made improvements to NMEA2000 tank support.
• Added support for duplicate names to waypoints, routes, and saved tracks.
• Added support for route turns that are not waypoints.
• Added new sonar selection prompt for certain Garmin transducers and any transducer without an ID.
• Added support for MARPA auto tracking.
• Prioritized traditional sonar source for water depth and temperature.

Changes made from version 18.10 to 19.00:

• Waypoint VMG can be displayed while navigating using Go To.
• Add support for FLIR's MSX/CTV feature.
• Add support for Volvo cruise control.
• Improved sonar scroll speed controls.
• Improved autopilot controls for keyed devices on autopilot page.
• Improved shuffle and repeat controls for external media devices.
• Other improvements and bug fixes.

Changes made from version 17.10 to 18.10:

• Added support for Panoptix LiveScope perspective mode.
• Added support for selecting which displays should show smart notifications.
• Added support for SeaStar Optimus.
• Added support for Garmin Force Trolling Motor arrival mode.
• Added new Garmin Force Trolling Motor warnings.
• Added support for the FLIR M300 series of digital cameras.
• Added support for engine manifold air temperature display.
• Added sonar picture advance.
• Added support for synchronizing boundary user data items across MFDs.
• Updated default overlays.
• Improved GXM 54/SXM fish mapping.
• Improved ClearVu and SideVu image quality.
• Improved sonar scroll speed controls.
• Improved Auto Guidance performance when routing to a marina.
• Fixed GC100 failing to pair.
• Other improvements and bug fixes.

Changes made from version Sonar 4.30 to Sonar 4.40:

• Fixed an issue where depth was sometimes reported as 0 when depth was not known.

Changes made from version 16.00 to 17.10:

• Added support for High Resolution Relief Shading Chart type.
• Added support for NMEA2000 digital switching PGN.
• Added support for Fusion RA210.
• Added support for Airmar P19/P32/TM165HW & MotorGuide HD+ transducers.
• Added radar brightness to control the brightness of heading, range rings and VRM/EBL lines.
• Improved UI for future scanner features.
• Improved chart rendering performance.
• Improved security for Quatix 5 during ANT pairing.
• Improved compatibility with FLIR M324.
• Improved combo sizing to allow smaller windows for sonar functions.
• Improved SD card selection to make it easier to save multiple screenshots.
• Other improvements and bug fixes.

Changes made from version Sonar 4.20 to Sonar 4.30:

• Added support for MotorGuide HD+ transducers.
• Added support for Airmar TM165HW transducers.

Changes made from version 15.10 to 16.00:

• Added support for storing Hull ID.
• Updated magnetic variance tables.
• Added support for Fusion RA670.
• Added support to update Autopilot Remote Control via MFD.
• Added a magnify zoom feature to Traditional, ClearVu and SideVu.
• Added fish icons to the traditional sonar view.
• Added support to control the new Garmin Force Trolling Motor from the MFD.
• Added support to toggle Federal Mineral Lease Blocks.
• Added GXM 54 fishing features.
• Added support to clone Volvo profile settings.
• Added Volvo Purge Mode support.
• Added Volvo Interactive Status Bar.
• Fixed an issue where a chartplotter can reboot with a networked fusion head unit.
• Fixed an issue where Canadian weather could show U.S data.
• Enhanced support for SeaStar Maximus DCM.
• Other improvements and bug fixes.

Changes made from version Sonar 4.10 to Sonar 4.20:

• Added support for Airmar P19 and P32 transducers.
• Improved transducer detection speeds when using non-Airmar transducers.
• Fixed an issue where a 'sonar module lost' error would temporarily appear when using certain transducers.
• Fixed missing information on the Transducer Diagnostics page when using certain Airmar transducers.
• Added partial support for Garmin GT54UHD transducers, with 1 MHz SideVu disabled.

Changes made from version 15.00 to 15.10:

• Fixed an issue where the autopilot bar could lose highlight when using a GRID.
• Other improvements and bug fixes.

Changes made from version 14.20 to 15.00:

• Added support for Raster Charts through ActiveCaptain download.
• Added support for High Resolution Relief Shading maps layer on Fishing Chart with supplemental map card.
• Improved boot startup times!
• VIRB 360 Camera enhancements for direct pairing without the need for app.
• Added support for FUSION-Link 2.0 Ethernet control for compatible Fusion radios including SRX400 and RA770.
• Added support for displaying Real and Virtual AIS Aids-to-Navigation (AtoNs).
• Improved pairing security with inReach secure key exchange. Requires new inReach software.
• Added support for Airmar P75M/P95M transducers.
• Added workaround for FLIR M324 bug to allow control from the MFD.
• Improved GPS auto preferred sourcing to find GPS17x/GPS19x.
• Remember map zoom and panning states when returning to charts.
• Added EVC Maintenance Assistant, for supported engines.
• Added EVC Oil Level Features, for supported engines.
• Added EVC Driveline Information page, for supported engines.
• Added support for Seven Marine tank level.
• Other improvements and bug fixes.

Changes made from version Sonar 4.00 to Sonar 4.10:

• Fixed an issue where sonar may not transmit until a sonar page is opened on an MFD.

Changes made from version Bundle 2019.0129.0 to Bundle 2019.0221.0:

• Added new complimentary software file.

Changes made from version 14.10 to 14.20:

• Fixed an issue with a mixed system banner incorrectly showing.
• Other improvements and bug fixes.

Changes made from version 12.10 to 14.10:

• Added support for pinch to zoom on Panoptix.
• Added support for GRID 20.
• Added support for GC 200.
• Added the ability to control the size of chart fonts and symbols.
• Updated the sonar scroll speed interface by adding more speed settings.
• Added support for US Coast Guard search patterns.
• Added support for sending engine data to Quatix 5's BoatData app.
• Added the ability to select the preferred media device from the main media page.
• Added the ability to use Dual Range radar in combos.
• Added support for inReach Mini.
• Added support for Garmin Marine AP Remote.
• Added support for Standard Mapping.
• Increased the number of supported MARPA targets.
• Increased the maximum boundary radius.
• Improved streaming of IP video cameras.
• Improved NMEA 2000 bandwidth usage.
• Improved handling of multiple sources of rudder angle.
• Fixed an issue where engine data might not be displayed.
• Fixed an issue where a GRID 10 could skip over items.
• Fixed an issue when reviewing information about a lake.
• Fixed an issue where a thruster warning banner would pop up.
• Fixed an issue where engine data was not matching between NMEA 2000 and J1939.
• Fixed an issue were a banner could popup inadvertently.
• Fixed an issue with AC Power over J1939 not displaying in some cases.
• Fixed an issue when using an AIRMAR DX900.
• Fixed a rare crash when reading from an SD card.
• Other improvements and bug fixes.

Changes made from version Sonar 3.90 to Sonar 4.00:

• Add support for Airmar P75M and P95M transducers.
• General software improvements.

Changes made from version 12.00 to 12.10:

• Fixed an issue with units not powering on when J1939 power is turned on for newly produced units.
• Fixed issue with XID detection for certain Airmar transducers.
• Various video bug fixes and improvements.

Changes made from version Sonar 3.70 to Sonar 3.90:

• Fixed a regression in detecting some Airmar transducers.

Changes made from version 11.20 to 12.00:

• Added support for Panoptix LiveScope.
• Added support for viewing ActiveCaptain Community information.
• Added full 360-degree panning of VIRB 360 video on the chartplotter.
• Added support for GC100.
• Added support for Fusion RA770 including the Partybus feature.
• Added the ability to link Fusion stereos and GXM antennas for easier tuning and volume control.
• Added the Panoptix PS22 Auto Mode Detection.
• Added a dedicated Loran TD data field.
• Added the ability to view Leeway data received via NMEA 2000.
• Added the ability to view restricted areas and Marine Protected Areas via Chart Layers feature.
• Added the ability to display Navaid labels using a short or full name.
• Added the ability to create a waypoint using range & bearing.
• Added MotionScope on-screen control.
• Added the ability to view previously received Smart Notifications.
• Fixed intermittent issues with 2 Panoptix transducers on the network.
• Fixed rare crash when viewing map locations.
• Added support for Volvo Active Trim.
• Added support for Volvo Water Sport Control.
• Added support for additional AIS targets.
• Improved Quickdraw Contours to collect depth more reliably when multiple transducers are present but not all are tracking bottom.

Changes made from version Sonar 3.60 to Sonar 3.70:

• Fixed detection of some Airmar wide beam transducers.

Changes made from version 11.00 to 11.20:

• Fixed a rare issue on power up with multiple MFDs and the GRID10.
• Added support to calculate fuel economy using J1939 fuel rate data.
• Fixed a bridging issue between J1939 to NMEA2000 with engine and fuel instances.

Changes made from version 10.10 to 11.00:

• Added support for displaying Volvo generator data.
• Added support for NMEA2000 standard alerts.
• Added more precise controls for displaying MARPA alarms.
• Improved visibility of rocks and pilings when symbol size is set to Smallest.
• Fixed an issue with the display being too dim during power up.
• Fixed an issue with bridging fuel economy data from J1939 to NMEA2000.

Changes made from version Sonar 3.50 to Sonar 3.60:

• Added support for Garmin GT10 and GT31 transducers.
• Added support for Airmar M422, M135M, and M285HW transducers.
• Fixed detection of Airmar transducers without temperature sensors.

Changes made from version 10.00 to 10.10:

• Changed to support production only.

Changes made from version 9.20 to 10.00:

• Added Support for New Garmin Active Captain Companion App:
    OneChart lets you access all your charts and maps from your mobile device.
    Get Smart Notifications such as calls and texts on your Chartplotter display when paired with the app.
    Make, save and transfer routes and waypoints between the app and Chartplotter.
    Easily upload your Quickdraw Contours surveys to the Quickdraw Community.
    Download Quickdraw Community Contours for installation on your Chartplotter.
    View and control your Chartplotter from your smartphone or tablet using the Helm feature.
    Download new software for installation on your Garmin Chartplotters to keep your marine electronics up-to-date.
• Added new layer controls to the chart to allow the user to more easily configure the chart display.
• Added new on screen controls to allow for easy access of navigation and radar features.
• UI improvements to maximize visibility of the Chart and Radar.
• Improvements to power off and sleep menus.
• Improvements to stop sonar transmitting when sleeping the MFD.
• Added support for PS22-TR auto orientation.
• Added localization and simplified the startup wizard.
• Added grid view for selecting waypoint symbols.
• Added support for FLIR M-Series Next Generation.
• Initial support for FLIR digital cameras (M100, M200, M400).
• Added NMEA 2000 support for compatible stereos by Clarion.
• Added Smart Boundaries feature.
• NMEA 2000 Specification update.
• Fixed an issue with Quickdraw community: iOS install failure.
• Fixed an issue receiving no data from speed wheels.
• Fixed an issue with 3rd Party GPS antenna.
• Fixed an issue where Quickdraw starter map shows water areas with earth (yellow) color.
• Fixed an issue where VHF is showing targets in list but not on chart pages.
• Fixed an issue where the user is unable to acknowledge alarm when touchscreen dimmed to 0%.
• Fixed an issue where 'Stop Navigation' is not always clearing route from all MFDs.
• Other improvements and bug fixes.

Changes made from version Sonar 3.40 to Sonar 3.50:

• Improved rules for deciding which frequencies should transmit based on MFD sonar sources and sleep states.
• Improved the appearance of scanning sonar.
• Fixed an issue where sonar rep rate was slower than intended.

Changes made from version 9.00 to 9.20:

• Added support for 2017 built-in US mapping. LakeVu and g2 content are combined into a single map; the Built-in Map button is no longer visible. For 2017 LakeVu mapping, use the Fishing Chart to view fishing contours and the Navigation chart to navigate.
• Added support for depth range shading with BlueChart® g2 HD and BlueChart® g2 Vision® HD.
• Improved presentation of Fishing Hot Spots® data.
• Added support for Heel, Pitch and Rate of Turn data fields.
• Added support for 9-axis Heading Sensor calibration.
• Added support for SteadyCast Heading Sensor calibration.
• Added support for Radar Target Size.
• Added support for Radar Dual No Transmit Zones.
• Added support for Panoptix FrontVu Bow offset and Forward depth alarm.
• Corrected support for registering a vessel in Express.
• Added menu option for showing Navigation Labels.
• Corrected visibility of Audio tuning controls.
• Improved stability with VIRB action camera.
• Improved text and translations.
• Corrected Quickdraw Contours issues.
• Improved NMEA 2000 stability with high network traffic.
• Updated magnetic variation table.
• Improved Canada forecasts.
• Improved auto backlight performance.
• Improved navigation state synchronization.
• Added engine gauge data to system profiles.
• Corrected Anchor drag alarm units.
• Fixed issue retaining keel offset on GSD22.
• Improved chart drawing performance.
• Fixed an issue drawing certain characters in the Greek language.
• Added support for Japanese, Simplified Chinese and Russian languages.
• Corrected issue bridging Trim data to NMEA 2000.
• Other improvements and bug fixes.

Changes made from version 3.30 to 3.40:

• Added support for additional Garmin transducers.
• If both 8 and 12-pin transducers have temperature sensors, the 12-pin sensor will now be used instead of the 8-pin.
• Fixed an issue where software updates failed on large networks.
• Fixed an issue where sonar could stop functioning until a power cycle.

Changes made from version 8.20 to 9.00:

• Added NMEA 2000 support for compatible stereos by Polk Audio, Rockford Fosgate, and JL Audio.
• Support up to six devices per station.
• Fixed potential issues with weather forecasts and warnings.
• Improved connectivity with GXM 52 and other NMEA2000 peripherals.
• Fixed issue with Quickdraw when a Panoptix device is on the network.
• Updates for ClearVü.
• Other improvements and bug fixes.

Changes made from version 8.10 to 8.20:

• Fixed issue when recording QuickDraw with Panoptix.
• Fixed support for powering Meteor 300.
• Fixed several translation issues.
• Changes to Autopilot rudder limit banner.
• Fixed issue with connecting multiple VIRB cameras.
• Other improvements and bug fixes.

Changes made from version Sonar 3.20 to Sonar 3.30:

• Fixed an issue where sonar could stop functioning after an extended period of time.
• Fixed an issue where the GT52HW was incorrectly labeled as medium CHIRP.

Changes made from version 7.30 to 8.10:

• Added the ability to share Quickdraw Contours with the community.
• Quickdraw recording improvements.
• Increased the max depth for depth range shading to 9999.9 feet.
• Added Fusion support for DAB, Android audio, and firmware updates.
• Added gWind Wireless2 support.
• Added support for NMEA 2000 device names.
• Added support to view or delete VIRB videos and images.
• Added support for bridging Multilink data to NMEA 2000.
• Other improvements and bug fixes to overall system stability.

Changes made from version Sonar 3.10 to Sonar 3.20:

• Increased the maximum range for SideVü and DownVü.
• Improved depth detection accuracy.
• Improved depth detection time when the Bottom Search Limit setting is set to Auto.
• Fixed an issue with speed wheel detection.
• Other bug fixes.

Changes made from version 7.20 to 7.30:

• Fixed a potential issue where GPS position, heading, and speed could stop updating correctly after several hours of use.
• Fixed time of day seconds not updating correctly.
• Other improvements and bug fixes to overall system stability.