Tech Notes Tip
Updating the Firmware Receiver
We are asked many times what maintenance needs to be done on the Trimble receivers.  There really is none.  They do not need to be cleaned and calibrated like your mechanical total stations.  Occasionally Trimble does, however, come out with new Firmware.  Firmware helps fix bugs in the receiver’s operating system, enhances communication with satellites and Bluetooth data collectors, and, in GNSS receivers, allows them to listen to other satellite constellations.  Below is a link to the latest FW for the 5700, 5800, R7, R8, and R8 GNSS:
http://www.trimble.com/trimbler8gnss_ts.asp?Nav=Collection-21462
- Download the proper Firmware Version from
  Trimble’s Web site
- Once the Firmware is downloaded “run” the
  executable
- The WinFlash Program will now be installed or
  updated if already installed
- Follow the on-screen instructions to load
- Once finished loading the WinFlash Program
  connect the 5700/R7 or 5800/R8/R8 GNSS via the
  download cable to Port 2/supply power to Port 3
  (5700/R7)
- On the PC or Laptop select
  Start/Programs/WinFlash/select the 5700/R7 or
  5800/R8/GNSS and the proper com being used on
  your PC.
- If a password is needed, select Option
  Upgrade/Next/Enter the 24 digit
  Password/Next/Finish
- WinFlash will now establish communication with
  the receiver and update the expiration date
- Once this is done select Menu/GPS Software
  Upgrade/Next/Firmware Version 2.28 or
  3.20/Next/Finish
- The Receiver Firmware will now be upgraded

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