Change History

GPSMAP 9027/9227 software version 35.10

as of March 28, 2024

Changes made from version 34.00 to 35.10:

• Added support for multiple Traditional, ClearVu, and SideVu sonar views in the same Combo with each displaying sonar from a specified transducer.
• Removed Traditional, ClearVu, and SideVu sonar source selection from Settings->Communications->Preferred Sources.
• Improved Sonar Setup->Source menu to show transducer names.
• Removed the dedicated Split Zoom Traditional Sonar function from the Sonar Category. Split Zoom may be enabled from any Traditional sonar window.
• Added the ability to toggle range synchronize on or off for multiple Traditional and/or ClearVu functions in the same Combo.
• Added the ability to toggle sonar scrolling synchronization on or off for Traditional and/or ClearVu functions in the same Combo.
• Added a toggle to the Frequency menu to select between low and high channels when using a dual-band CHIRP transducer.
• Added the option for boat builders to create custom combo pages to create a more branded user experience for their customers.
• Added an animated graphic indicating the built-in map is being updated and a banner indicating if an update was interrupted. Built-in map update progress is visible on the Software Information page.
• Added support for up to two radar guard zones.
• Added support for up to two radar VRM/EBLs.
• Added support for moving the origin of VRM/EBLs away from the vessel.
• Added support for outputting new NMEA0183 sentences (TLB/TLL/TTD/ZDA).
• Added new commands for Garmin Voice Control feature: Backlight Range.
• Added support for reading large capacity (exFAT formatted) cards up to 1TB via Built-In Card Reader.
• Added support for reading large capacity (exFAT formatted) cards up to 1TB via External Card Reader.
• Added support for engaging the autopilot in Low Speed Heading Hold for more responsive rudder control at low speeds.
• Added MFD support for an AX8 FLIR thermal Camera, including handling of the camera's user configurable thermal alarms.
• Added indication in the System Information page when this device is displaying the built-in map from another chartplotter on the network.
• Fixed an issue which prevented route labels from showing or hiding when the setting changed.
• Fixed an issue that prevented the tide or current station selected from the chart information menu from displaying in the tide or current review page in certain situations.
• Fixed an issue that could cause the Weather Layer setting to turn off after the device is power cycled.
• Fixed an issue that prevented 100% from being selected as a calibration point for the GFL 10.
• Fixed an issue where the user would be unnecessarily notified of entering and exiting boundary areas on power-up.
• Other improvements and bug fixes.

Changes made from version 33.41 to 34.00:

• Improved the contrast of important navigation features such as contours and hazards, and reduced the use of bright colors for less eye strain when using the chart for long periods at night.
• Streamlined access to Warning Manager, inReach messages, Smart Notifications, AIS List, and DSC List pages from the new 'All Communications' button on the bottom control bar.
• Streamlined access to user data and nearby services information from the new 'Where To' button on the bottom control bar.
• Added support for setting a home location, and then navigating to it via Auto Guidance or simple routing.
• Added support for Yamaha 24MY features.
• Added support for the autopilot Tack Speed and Gybe Speed features, which adjust the speed at which the autopilot completes tack and gybe maneuvers.
• Added support for the autopilot Auto Response feature, which monitors the sea conditions and adjust the Response setting accordingly.
• Added autopilot safety alarms for off course and disengaged events.
• Decreased Auto Guidance+ calculation time when using the latest Garmin Navionics+ content.
• Added support for the NMEA 2000 Standard MOB PGN to trigger a Man Overboard.
• Automatically store sonar logs which can be sent to Garmin via ActiveCaptain to improve Garmin Navionics+ and Garmin Navionics Vision+ Charts.
• Updated support for NMEA0183 to enable receiving new satellite constellations and to differentiate between L1/L5 satellites.
• Improved the Total Fuel Onboard calculation to only include data from fuel tanks with a valid capacity and level. Tank instances with an invalid capacity or level will now be ignored for this calculation.
• Other improvements and bug fixes.

Changes made from version 33.40 to 33.41:

• Fixed an issue when setting up Wi-Fi with certain very long passwords which could cause the device to crash.
• Resolved communications problems with certain third-party devices on the BlueNet network.

Changes made from version 33.30 to 33.40:

• Fixed an issue that could cause the device to reboot when viewing maps containing non-Latin characters.

Changes made from version 32.32 to 33.30:

• Added support for Power-Pole CHARGE Marine Power Management Station to allow users to monitor battery status, to emergency start, to select where power is directed when charging, and to transfer power between power banks. These features require purchase of a Power-Pole CHARGE unit and a C Monster Gateway through Power-Pole.
• Added support for initiating/cancelling an inReach SOS and communicating with Emergency Response from a chartplotter, via a connected inReach device.
• Added support for the user to select different accent colors that are displayed across the UI.
• Added support for an overlay bar and configuration menu to control the Active Trim feature on Mercury engines. These features require purchase of a SmartCraft Connect Gateway through Mercury.
• Added the ability to compensate for vessel heave when viewing Traditional and ClearVu sonar from a sounder that supports heave compensation. The Marine Satellite Compass MSC 10 is required to calculate heave.
• Added support for new SmartModes and presets for sailboats.
• Added support for receiving pre-planned routes from compatible third-party PC applications over NMEA 2000 and NMEA 0183.
• Added support for activating the Garmin Voice Control feature using the dedicated voice assistant button on a supported headset.
• Added new sonar gain adjustment commands for the Garmin Voice Control feature for Panoptix FrontVu, LiveScope, LiveVu, and RealVu pages.
• Added new sonar range adjustment commands for the Garmin Voice Control feature for Panoptix FrontVu, LiveVu, RealVu and LiveScope pages.
• Added new commands to the Garmin Voice Control feature to show Panoptix sonar pages.
• Improved ability to calculate longer routes with Auto Guidance+, and improved the quality of Auto Guidance+ routes in general.
• Improved performance and appearance of the chart when zooming in and out.
• Added support for calibrating Force Kraken Trolling Motor steering alignment.
• Improved presentation and usability of Preferred Source selection to allow users to make a more informed decision when choosing a preferred source, and to view which source is chosen by the automatic preferred source selection logic.
• Added support for selecting a preferred depth source when not tracking bottom.
• Added support for filtering fuel level data.
• Added overlay toolbars for viewing tide, current, and celestial information.
• Added support for displaying radar range in units of feet/meters when ranged inside 1/4 mile or equivalent distance in kilometers or nautical miles.
• Fixed issue that can cause the 'Radar Service Lost' error to show incorrectly on system powerup.
• Improved NMEA 2000 bandwidth usage on system powerup.
• Fixed an issue that caused grey boxes to show when Yamaha RPM is changed.
• Fixed an issue that prevented the Options button from working in certain situations when viewing a OneHelm page.
• Fixed an issue that caused digital data fields to not update in certain situations.
• Fixed an issue that prevented Quickdraw Contours from displaying properly on the map at certain zoom ranges.
• Fixed an issue that caused the device to lose contact with NMEA 2000 stereos in certain situations.
• Other improvements and bug fixes.