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STATUS UPDATE: GeoExplorer 2005 Series Handheld
There is a new update for your GeoExplorer 2005 series handheld. See the details below and go to the following link for full details and installation instructions.  CLICK HERE

Features:
  - Updates SBAS (WAAS and EGNOS) ephemeris information and tracking to improve initial fix and reacquisition
    times.
  - The new WAAS satellites (PRNs 135 and 138) are includes in the GPS receiver's default tracking list. This allows
    the satellites to be tracked when using the "Auto" tracking mode in Trimble field software.
  - Other minor changes to improve system performance and the handling of situations which could cause the GPS
    receiver to reset.
Installation Instructions:
  - Trimble recommends you install v 1.81 GPS firmware on all GeoExplorer 2005 series handheld. To check which
    version you have installed go to Start > Settings > System > System Information.
  - To install v 1.81 download the executable and runt it on your desktop PC with your GeoExplorer 2005 series
    handheld connected to ActiveSync in a powered support module.
  - If you are planning to use the custom settings to select a specific SBAS satellite you will need to install the latest
    SBAS.INI file if you have not already.