Simrad NSS evo2 Quick start guide

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For versions 54.1.85 and above
Simrad Multifunction Displays
NSS evo2/3, NSO evo2/3 & GO
Software Upgrade Instructions
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2 | Contents | Software upgrade instructions
Contents
3 How to check current software version number
4 IMPORTANT: Backup your data
4 Backup waypoints routes and tracks
5 Backup Settings
7 Update procedure
7 Method 1: Updates Live
12 Method 2: Start update by powering on the MFD
14 Method 3: Start Update through the Files menu
16 Check the software version number

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How to check current software version number | Software upgrade instructions
How to check current software version number
Take a note of your current software version
1 Activate the Home page
2 Select Settings
3 Select About
Take a note of the Application version e.g. 52.1..103

4 | IMPORTANT: Backup your data | Software upgrade instructions
IMPORTANT: Backup your data
Although your data should not be affected during the update procedure, it is recommended
that all your data is backed up before upgrading the software. Your user created data consists
of the following;
• Waypoints, routes and tracks (Tracks (unique to each MFD).
• Settings: (page layouts, units, language, CZone configuration files)
The backup process copies all your waypoints, routes and tracks to a media card.
Backup waypoints routes and tracks
¼Note: In multiple MFD systems, waypoints and routes are shared across the network and can
be backed up from one MFD.
¼Note: Tracks are unique to each MFD. Critical track information will need to be backed up
from each MFD.
1 Start your MFD (make sure the media card with the upgrade file is NOT connected when the
display first starts).
2 Insert your SD Card into the card reader. Insert the card all the way in until it clicks and stays in
place.
Activate the Home page
3 Select FILES
4 Select Waypoints, Routes and Tracks
5 Select Export

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6 Select the desired output format then Export
7 Select the destination folder. The default is the media card if inserted.
8 Select OK to continue
9 Rename the backup if required. Press Enter to continue
Backup Settings
1 Make sure there is media card inserted.
2 Under the files menu select “Settings database”

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3 Select the destination folder
4 Optionally add a meaningful name. Select Enter

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Update procedure | Software upgrade instructions
Update procedure
Simrad Multifunction Display (MFD) software can be updated using one of the following
methods.
• Method 1 “UPDATES LIVE”: Connect the MFD to the internet. The MFD will check if any
updates are required for devices on the network. If there is a new version of software avail-
able for MFDs or NMEA 2000 devices on the network, the updates can be downloaded and
updates applied to MFDs or NMEA 2000 devices across the network.
• Method 2: Download the update file from the Simrad-Yachting website and copy to a media
card. The update is applied by inserting the card in the card reader and turning on the MFD.
(see “Method 2: Start software update by powering on the MFD” on page 12)
• Method 3: Start the update by browsing to the update file in the Files menu. (see “Method 3:
Start Update through the Files menu” on page 14)
Software updates require a media card. The type of card depends on the model of MFD
SD card for NSO evo2 Micro SD card for NSS evo2/3, GO and
NSO evo3(MI10)
¼Note: Most media cards will work, but cards larger than 32 GB require NTFS formatting. Refer
to you computers operating system manual how to do this.
¼Note: Update files are typically 70-120 MB in size. Data charges could apply if using cellular
access points.
¼Note: The update file is MFD model specific. It can be used only for the MFD that it is intend-
ed. The update file name has the MFD model name in it.
Method 1: Updates Live
Updates live is available for MFDs that have built in wireless or there is a WIFI-1 on the
network. The“Updates Live”method is available on compatible MFDs running version 56.1.xx
and above. If your MFD has older software please (see “Method 2: Start software update by
powering on the MFD” on page 12)
Update live works by connecting one MFD to the internet. The MFD will then receive
information on the latest version of software for itself and for other devices connected via the
Ethernet or NMEA 2000 network. It will check this against the current software versions and
alert the user if software is out of date.
If software is out of date, you will be given an option to download software files, which can
then be applied over the network. (Remote Update)
¼Note: The MFD connecting to the internet is required to have a Media card inserted.
¼Note: To remote upgrade other MFDs, each remote MFD is required to have a Media card
inserted.
¼Note: An internet connection is required via a wireless Hotspot or tethered to a phone.
¼Note: Only one MFD is required to be connected to the internet to download software for
itself and other devices on the network.
¼Note: Some devices may have out of date software, but can not be updated remotely. The
system will direct you to the website for that product.

8 | Update procedure | Software upgrade instructions
Connect the MFD to the Internet
1 Access the Wireless settings page (HOME>SETTINGS>WIRELESS). Most current models of MFD
will have internal wireless. Make sure this is active (by default this is off)
2 Select the menu item “Connect to a wireless hotspot...” or “Not connected”
3 Choose the desired Hotspot
4 Enter the Password (network Key) then select connect
If there is a new version of software, the following will be presented. If this is the only MFD
on the network or you only want to update this MFD, then select “Download.” Or to update
remote MFDs or devices select “Go to Updates List”(see “” on page 10)

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Update procedure | Software upgrade instructions
Download software for the active MFD
1 Select “Download”
The Software will begin to download to the media card inserted into the MFD. Progress can
be viewed on the transfers Screen. HOME>Files>Transfers.
2 Select Restart to begin the installation process
3 The display will reboot and the software update will install. A progress bar will be displayed.
DO NOT TURN OFF THE MFD OR REMOVE THE MEDIA CARD AT THIS TIME
¼Note: There could also be other progress messages appear on screen.
Installing update. Please wait...
Do not trun o during update, as
this may damage your device
4 After the software has updated, the system will prompt you to delete the downloaded file

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Download Software for remote MFD’s
1 Select “Go to Updates List”
2 Select “Download” for the MFDs to be updated
The software files will start to download
3 Select “Install” to begin installing the software on the remote
MFD
¼Note: You will be prompted to insert a media card (if missing) in
to the remote MFD card reader

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4 The update file will be transferred to the relevant remote MFD. Select Restart.
5 A message will appear on any remote MFD that is receiving an update. The unit will reboot
automatically after 10 seconds or Select “Reboot”
6 The remote display will reboot and the software update will install. A progress bar will be
displayed. DO NOT TURN OFF THE MFD OR REMOVE THE MEDIA CARD AT THIS TIME.
¼Note: There could also be other progress messages appear on screen.
Installing update. Please wait...
Do not trun o during update, as
this may damage your device

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Method 2: Start update by powering on the MFD
Download update le.
The latest software for your MFD is available for general download from
www.simrad-yachting.com
1 Go to the download page of the product that requires the update
2 Click on the link to download the update file.
3 The file should start to download
4 Depending on your computer’s security settings, a security warning as below may appear.
Click “Allow” to continue
5 If asked to SAVE or RUN, select SAVE and save to your hard drive
6 Choose or create a folder on your hard drive to save the file to
¼Note: Apple MAC users need to make sure that the file is NOT unzipped by the MAC OS.
A.upd file is a zipped software package. Once downloaded, there should only be one
upgrade file ending with a .upd extension. Some versions of MAC OS will decompress the
.upd file. Auto decompress can be turned off safari->preferences->general. Uncheck “open
safe files after downloading. Or, there are free MAC utility such as “The Unarchiver “to better
control the handling of zipped files.
Copy the update le to a media card
7 Once the file has been downloaded and saved to your hard drive, copy the file to the root of a
media card. Do not place in a folder.
¼Note: Most media cards will work, but cards larger than 32 GB are required to be formatted
using the NTFS formatting method. Refer to you computers operating system manual how to
do this
Run the update le
8 Insert the media card that has the upgrade file into the card reader. Insert the card all the way
in until it clicks and stays in place.
9 Press the power button to start the MFD or on the remote controller (OP40/OP50)
10 The MFD will start and the update process will begin automatically. A progress bar will be
displayed. DO NOT TURN OFF THE MFD OR REMOVE THE MEDIA CARD AT THIS TIME.

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Update procedure | Software upgrade instructions
¼Note: There could also be other progress messages appear on screen.
Installing update. Please wait...
Do not trun o during update, as
this may damage your device
11 Once the upgrade is complete, the unit will reboot and start normally to the accept terms and
conditions notice.
¼Note: Some updates may contain additional drivers or processes that will require additional
auto restarts.
12 Remove the media card.
¼Note: Software versions 52.1.103 (evo2) or higher no longer boot to an update menu. To re-
run the same up-dater over the same version, this has to be done through the user interface.
(see “Method 3: Start Update through the Files menu” on page 14)

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Method 3: Start Update through the Files menu
Use this method if you want to reapply the same version or apply an older version of software
to the MFD.
1 Download the software from the website and copy to media card(see “Download update file
from the website to a media card” on page 12)
1 Start the MFD
2 Insert the media card that has the update file into the card reader. Insert the card all the way in
until it clicks and stays in place
3 Activate the Home page
4 Select “FILES”
5 Select the memory card
6 Select the update file
7 Select Upgrade
8 Select OK to confirm to start the upgrade

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9 The MFD will shutdown and then restart
Restarting
10 The installation will begin. A progress bar will be displayed. DO NOT TURN OFF OR REMOVE
POWER TO THE MFD AT THIS TIME
Installing update. Please wait...
Do not trun o during update, as
this may damage your device
11 Once the upgrade is complete the MFD will start normally.
12 Remove the media card

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Check the software version number
After the upgrade check the software version to verify the upgrade has been installed
successfully.
1 Activate the Home page
2 Select Settings
3 Select About
¼Note: For NSO evo2 systems with dual screens, please check the software version is the same
on both of the connected screens. If different please run the up-dater again.

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