GPSrChive GPSMAP 65

Firmware

Firmware Installation

Garmin Express

Firmware updates, map updates, device backups and other optional software improvements for your Garmin GPSr can all be managed with the Garmin Express application. Versions for both PC and Mac are available in Software.

Connect the GPSr via USB and enter Mass Storage Mode.
Open the Garmin Express application and choose your device from the menu.
Select desired updates and follow the prompts as directed to complete available updates.

WebUpdater

The Garmin WebUpdater program can also find and install updates available for your Garmin GPSr. Versions for both PC and Mac are available in Software.

Connect your Garmin GPSr via USB and enter Mass Storage Mode
Drag and Drop the desired update file to the WebUpdater application, or
Run the WebUpdater application and select your device from the menu
Follow the prompts to keep your GPSr updated

Manual Updates

Firmware updates are available directly from Garmin by using the links below and substituting xyz with the current firmware version. For example, to download firmware version 3.50, replace xyz with 350:

GPSMAP 65, 65s: http://download.garmin.com/software/GPSMAP65_65s_xyz.gcd

Installing firmware older than the currently loaded version will reset all device settings to factory defaults. Installing firmware to a device other than that for which it is designed may render the device permanently inoperable.

Connect the GPSr via USB and enter Mass Storage Mode
Download the desired firmware version for your device
Extract the *.gcd file from the *.zip archive
Copy the *.gcd file to [GPSr]\Garmin\*.gcd
Rename the *.gcd file to gupdate.gcd
Disconnect and reboot the GPSr
When prompted by the GPSr, select 'Yes' to install the update
Once the update has completed, the GPSr will restart and delete the gupdate.gcd file

GPSMAP 65, 65s (3725) Firmware Update History

Changes made from version 4.50 to 4.60:

Final production release.
Fundamentally identical to version 4.50 with some copyright adjustments made to the device label information.

Changes made from version 4.40 to 4.50:

Fixed issue displaying areas on some maps.

Changes made from version 4.00 to 4.40:

Added support for syncing courses with Garmin Explore.
Improved navigation sync experience with Garmin Explore.
Fixed an issue where GMU maps might not be visible when zoomed out.
Fixed possible issue that could prevent tones from working.
Fixed possible freeze when entering geocache next stage coordinates.
Fixed possible issues when changing profiles while on the trip computer page.
Fixed possible issue with inaccurate track distance with no GPX fix.
Fixed possible issue displaying TOPO Great Britain maps.

Changes made from version 3.90 to 4.00:

Fixed possible issue acquiring a GPS fix.

Changes made from version 3.80 to 3.90:

Improved navigation sync experience with Garmin Explore.
Fixed an issue where GMU maps might not be visible when zoomed out.

Changes made from version 3.70 to 3.80:

Fixed possible issue acquiring a GPS fix.

Changes made from version 3.60 to 3.70:

Fixed an issue with Explore Sync of route navigation.
Fixed an issue where the last point of a track would not be connected on the map.
Fixed an issue that could cause the map to jump to incorrect coordinates.
Fixed India SKU default GNSS source.
Fixed issues with NAVIC SVID index.

Changes made from version 3.50 to 3.60:

Added support for starting navigation from the Explore App.
Added support for SK-42 grid system.
Added support for Swiss Grid CH-1903+ grid system.
Added support for GDA 2020 map datum.
Fixed issue with Bluetooth reconnection.
Fixed issue where file system modified time could be missing for files.
Fixed issue where geocaches could become missing.

Changes made from version 3.30 to 3.50:

Fixed possible issues reconnecting to phones after a power cycle.
Fixed issue routing to next stage geocache.
Initial Release.