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Waypoint has released GrafNav/GrafNet™ version 8.60. This new version has improvements to the GUI, added support for BEIDOU, and custom antenna profiles. A full list of the changes are shown in the version history (pdf).

Users within their Waypoint PCS (Post Contractual Support) period are eligible for a free upgrade. You can send us an email for info on getting your upgrade or if you have any questions.

NovAtel’s high vibration dual frequency GPS/GLONASS antenna is now available. The GPS-702-GG-HV features Pinwheel® technology to reduce multipath signals for better tracking.

This antenna is a similar form factor to the GPS-702-GG antenna with the additional robustness for high vibration applications. It meets MIL-STD-810G for vibration and salt spray. Available colors: Grey, desert tan, olive drab.

For pricing information and to place an order, please call us at (281) 332-4656 or send us a message using our online form.

Firmware version 6.510 | OEM060510RN0000 | OMP060510RN0000 is available for NovAtel OEM6 Series of GNSS receivers. This firmware release adds support for the OEM617 hardware as well as PPP improvements. NovAtel recommends installing the latest firmware on your NovAtel receivers. (continue reading this entry…)

Carlson 2015 has been released. This new version adds numerous features and improvements to an already powerful line of software for land development and mining. The new version is available for: Carlson Civil | Carlson Survey | Carlson Hydrology | Carlson GIS | Carlson Construction | Carlson GeoTech | Carlson CADnet | Carlson Trench | Carlson Field | Carlson Point Cloud | Carlson Mining | Carlson Natural Regrade. (continue reading this entry…)

GPS week rollover happened this weekend, Jul 26 – 27 2014. Users with outdated firmware could experience an issue with the reported GPS week showing as year 1980. It is highly recommended that is you experience this issue, you need to check your firmware version and see if an update is available. (continue reading this entry…)

Version 4.0 of the Carlson SurvCE GNSS data collection software has been released. With numerous improvements and instrument drivers make this a recommended update. New instrument drivers include: the Spectra Precision Focus 30, Stonex R1 Plus, and Stonex R2+W Onboard total stations, and more than 15 new models of GNSS from CHC, Topcon, TechGEO, Stonex, Spectra Precision, South, Kolida, Horizon Kronos, and ComNav. (continue reading this entry…)

Come see us at the SPA International 2013 show in Colorado Springs, CO from April 14 – 17. Stop by and talk with us at booth #533 about your application. We have years of experience in finding a solution for a variety of applications.

For more information see:

http://www.sparpointgroup.com/International/

Come see us at the SPAR International 2013 show in Colorado Springs, CO from April 15 – 18. You can find us at booth #508. Stop by and talk with us about your application and we will offer targeted solutions.

For more information see:

http://www.sparpointgroup.com/International/

Come see us at the SPAR International 2012 show in The Woodlands (Houston) Texas April 15th – 18th. The show is a great source for 3D mapping, imaging, and processing solutions. Stop by and see us at booth #26 and let’s discuss solutions for your application.

• http://www.sparpointgroup.com/International/

NovAtel has released version 1.101 firmware for the OEMStar GNSS receiver. This new release adds several new firmware models and features.

New Features/Fixes

• Support for GLONASS only position, velocity, and timing
• Improved PDP smoothing
• SETTIMEBASE allows user to select primary and secondary constellations for timing source
• RAIM support (with firmware option), Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring
• API support (firmware option) allows you to create custom applications to run directly on the receiver
• PPSCONTROL updated – PPS output can be stopped or started based on time status
• New channel configurations available for timing and Glonass-only PVT applications. See the SELECTCHANCONFIG command documentation for details.
• New command SETRTCMRXVERSION improves backwards compatibility with GLONASS corrections broadcast by RTK/DGPS base stations.

Download OEMStar 1.101

You can download OEMStar v1.101 at http://www.novatel.com/support/firmware-software-and-manuals/firmware-software-updates/oemstar/

New manuals are also available at http://www.novatel.com/support/firmware-software-and-manuals/product-manuals-and-doc-updates/oemstar/

Should you have any questions, or need assistance upgrading your firmware, please contact SLAinc.

New builds of Waypoint Inertial Explorer®, GrafNav/Net®, GrafMov, and GrafNav Lite are available for download. This new version 8.30.2105 has been released to correct an issue with converting all Rinex data collected in 2011. It is highly recommended that everyone install the new build.

You can download via NovAtel’s 8.30 FTP site – ftp.waypoint.com (requires login). If you require the username and password please contact support@novatel.com with your four digit key number.

Patches for older versions of the software are available for download as well (back until v7.50), see http://www.novatel.com/support/firmware-software-and-manuals/firmware-software-updates/waypoint/##

The manufacturer files have also been updated with a new source for GPS almanacs. The previous source is no longer available. This is important for those who are using the Mission Planner. Please contact SLAinc with any questions.

With the release of firmware version 1.011, the OEMStar GPS receiver has a lower power consumption. The receiver now uses only 450mW for GPS and GLONASS tracking. It only uses 360mW for GPS-only operation. This is the lowest power consumption among the leading L1 GPS/GLONASS receivers currently available.

This lower power use makes the OEMStar ideal for battery powered projects/applications such as:

• Handheld Data Collectors
• Unmanned or autonomous vehicles
• Smart Antennas

For more information on the OEMStar hardware or for model pricing, please contact SLAinc.

NovAtel has recently released version CPT3.630 of firmware for the SPAN-CPT GNSS receiver. This is a small update that includes some minor improvements and the addition of ALIGN functionality. This firmware is only for the SPAN-CPT receiver. Info on SPAN-SE firmware can be found here and OEMV SPAN firmware v3.630 can be found at this location.

Changes in CPT3.630

• ALIGN functionality has been added
• New ZUPT logic that allows enabling and disabling ZUPTs as required. Additional information can be found in the OEMV Firmware Reference manual under the INSZUPTCONTROL command
• CANCONFIG command added for configuring CAN messaging on the SPAN-CPT
• General improvements and updates

Download Locations

• SPAN-CPT vCPT3.630 *update version*
• SPAN-CPT vCPT3.630 *OEM version* [NOTE: Requires Auth Code]

Feel free to contact us if you have any questions, or need assistance.

NovAtel has announced the release of SPAN firmware version 3.630 for NovAtel receivers. This release adds several improvements as well dual antenna capability using the ALIGN technology. This is only for the INS/IMU capable receivers. The SPAN-CPT has a separate firmware release that can be found here.

Changes in 3.630

• General improvements and updates to existing functionality
• New ZUPT logic allows users to enable or disable ZUPTs as needed. See the INSZUPTCONTROL command in the OEMV Firmware Reference manual for more details

Download Location

• SPAN v3.630 *update version*
• SPAN v3.630 *OEM version* [Requires Auth Code]

If you have any questions, or need assistance upgrading your receiver, please contact SLAinc for help.

NovAtel has released new firmware version 1.011 for the OEMStar GNSS receiver. This new version has some improvements in several areas.

Improvements Include

• Improvements in PDP and GLIDE filters
• SBAS performance when outside of standard grids
• Time to First Fix
• Improved tracking in low signal environments
• DGPS_Rx_Advanced feature now included on all models

The new firmware can be downloaded from the following location:

• OEMStar 1.011 *update Version*
• All OEMStar realted downloads

Should you have any questions or need assistance with the update, please contact SLAinc.