Updates & Downloads

GPS 17x HVS software version 3.00

as of October 29, 2018

Use Garmin Express to install this file.

(252 KB)

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Notes:

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.

Change History

Changes made from version 2.90 to 3.00:

Fixed incorrect date output.

Changes made from version 2.80 to 2.90:

Improved WAAS satellite tracking.

Changes made from version 2.70 to 2.80:

Added support to Enable/Disable internal position averaging via the PGRMC1 NMEA input sentence.

Changes made from version 2.60 to 2.70:

Modified proprietary binary output data format to fix incorrect date/time calculation on some Garmin marine products.

Changes made from version 2.40 to 2.60:

Improved WAAS fix retention and accuracy.

Changes made from version 2.30 to 2.40:

Improved nonvolatile memory handling.

System requirements

IBM-compatible PC running Windows 2000 or later operating system and an available Com 1, 2, 3, or 4 port.
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.