Change History

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MFD 8610/8610xsv software version 23.10

as of March 26, 2021

Changes made from version 22.20 to 23.10:

• Added message banner for easier route navigation with the Force Trolling Motor.
• Added additional LiveScope color palettes.
• Added language support for Korean and Polish.
• Added Compress Range, Reverse Range, and other LiveScope user interface improvements.
• Added support for the engine jack-plate position message for Bob's Jack Plate products connected via NMEA2000.
• Improved NMEA2000 device information page to show the device's calibration status on first page.
• Improved software updates from the ActiveCaptain app.
• Fixed transmit power slider values showing '4294' for all settings.
• Fixed text issues when using certain languages.
• Other improvements and bug fixes.

Changes made from version 22.10 to 22.20:

• Fixed an issue where one frequency was not available with dual-band CHIRP transducers. (86xx-xsv only)

Changes made from version 21.00 to 22.10:

• Added heave PGN (127252) support on NMEA2000.
• Added new fish species supported by the SiriusXM Fish Mapping service.
• Improved shallow water sonar depth tracking.
• Improved startup speed of file transfers from mobile phones to chartplotters.
• 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 20.10 to 21.00:

• Added compatibility with GT36 and GT56 Transducers (86xx-xsv only).
• Added new Vivid Color Schemes for ClearVu and SideVu Sonar.
• Added support for AutoGuidance path sync from ActiveCaptain.
• Added support for GLS 10 Ghost Tree Rejection.
• Fixed an issue with USB touch output.
• Fixed an issue with unexpected video stream pausing.
• Fixed an issue with Wi-Fi passwords containing spaces.
• Fixed a rare issue where the SideVu range control would adjust brightness instead.
• Other improvements and bug fixes.

Changes made from version 20.00 to 20.10:

• Fixed an issue with OneHelm touch controls.
• Fixed an issue where an 'unknown transducer' message could appear after a transducer model was already selected.

Changes made from version 19.10 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.
• Improved the detail and clarity of ClearVu and SideVu sonar images.

Changes made from version 19.00 to 19.10:

• Fixed support for NMEA 2000 devices that could send invalid product data.

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.
• Added new UHD sonar simulation files for demo loops.
• 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 Garmin Card Reader not recognizing an Active Captain card.
• Other improvements and bug fixes.

Changes made from version 16.00 to 17.10:

• Added support for High Resolution Relief Shading Chart type.
• Added support for CV transducers (xsv only).
• 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 display of filenames from SD cards using unicode characters.
• Improved SD card selection to make it easier to save multiple screenshots.
• Other improvements and bug fixes.

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 OneHelm visibility on station by station basis.
• Added support for Airmar P19/P32 transducers.
• Fixed GT34 transducer detection when using Y Cable installations.
• Fixed missing information on the Transducer Diagnostics page when using certain Airmar transducers.
• Added support for USB SD-Card reader.
• 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 15.00 to 15.10:

• Fixed an issue where the autopilot bar could lose highlight when using a GRID.
• Fixed an issue where units would reboot on startup if a large GPS Speed Filter was set.
• Other improvements and bug fixes.

Changes made from version Bundle 2019.0403.1 to Bundle 2019.0424.0:

• Fixed an issue with missing graphics.

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 Bundle 2019.0129.0 to Bundle 2019.0221.0:

• Updated power button software to fix potential issue with VHF radios.
• Added new complimentary software file.

Changes made from version 14.10 to 14.20:

• Fixed an issue where fuel remaining could go invalid.
• Fixed an issue with the minimum backlight.
• Other improvements and bug fixes.

Changes made from version 14.00 to 14.10:

• Fix for calculating autoguidance hazards using external map cards.
• Fixed an issue where the County Warnings and Marine Forecasts were missing.