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Check Firmware Version
  • Power on the GPSMAP H1.
  • Open 'Settings > System > About'.
  • The device Software Version, Unit ID, IMEI, Host, GPS, OM+ DB, Wireless, Display, Camera and CIQ versions are displayed:

  • If the 'Software Version' and 'Host Software Version' values do not match each other, contact Garmin Support.
 
 
Firmware Installation
    Garmin Express
      Firmware updates, map updates, Connect IQ applications and other optional software improvements for your Garmin GPSMAP H1 are managed with the Garmin Express application. Links to versions for both PC and Mac can be found in Software.

      • Connect your Garmin GPSMAP H1 via USB and enter MTP Mode
      • Start the Garmin Express application and choose your device from the menu
      • Select desired updates and follow the prompts to complete installation
    Explore App
      Device updates for your GPSMAP H1 can also be performed using the Garmin Explore app.

      • Power on the GPSMAP H1
      • Open the Explore app on your mobile device
      • Verify the GPSMAP H1 and the Explore app are connected
      • Open the 'Devices' tab in the Explore app
      • Select your device from the menu
      • Select 'Software Update'
      • Follow any prompts as directed to install available updates
    Wireless Updates
      When connected to the internet via an active Wi-Fi connection, the GPSMAP H1 will periodically check for device firmware updates and download them seamlessly in the background when available. Once the download has completed, the GPSMAP H1 will prompt the user to install the firmware update at the next power-on event.
    Manual Updates
      NOTE: Loading older firmware versions will clear all user data from the device (remove micro SD card if present).

      • Download and extract the desired *.GSP firmware update.
      • Rename *.GSP to GUPDATE.GSP.
      • Connect the GPSMAP H1 to your computer and enter MTP Mode.
      • Copy GUPDATE.GSP to [GPSr]\Internal Storage\Garmin\GUPDATE.GSP.
      • If loading an older firmware version, create a force.tmp file in the [GPSr]\Internal Storage\Garmin\ directory.
      • Disconnect and reboot the GPSMAP H1.
      • When prompted to install the new firmware version, select 'Yes'.
      • The GPSMAP H1 will restart automatically after the firmware update is complete.
 
 

GPSMAP H1, H1i Plus (4552) Firmware Update History
 
Host GPS IMT CIQ CAM Notes
7.07 8.01 1.4.5 6.0.0 2.12
  • Added address/intersection search when maps like City Navigator are used
  • Added Grade Shading to altimeter pages
  • Added map layer toggle for inReach messages
  • Added option to change route settings while already navigating
  • Added option to save portion of an activity
  • Added page to test inReach service
  • Added round trip routing
  • Added sorting to the Saved page
  • Added support for transferring and receiving waypoints in Garmin Mode
  • Added support for waypoint and geocache symbol overrides
  • Fixed battery drawing for large data field
  • Fixed emojis not showing in notifications list
  • Fixed issue adjusting screen brightness with buttons
  • Fixed issues where course review pages were sometimes missing or showing bad statistics
  • Fixed Mark Waypoint shortcut in dark mode
  • Fixed possible crash when deleting SOS messages
  • Fixed possible issue with GPS mode after stopping GCM LiveTrack
  • Fixed possible issues with barometer settings
  • Fixed possible issues with data displayed on review pages
  • Fixed possible route recalculation issues when going off course
  • Fixed satellite numbers displayed for some constellations
  • Fixed some issues with the map layers list not showing all maps correctly
  • Fixed touch zones for arrow keys on some keyboards
  • Fixed Tracking Glance sometimes showing wrong status
  • Fixed waypoint averaging to not change elevation
  • Updated satellites page to show all satellites
6.04 6.04 1.4.5 6.0.0 2.12
  • Added button to hide and show dashboard on map
  • Added Calculator app
  • Added night vision indicator on status page
  • Added notification when attempting to declare SOS when device is not activated
  • Added option to forward inReach messages
  • Added option to rename pages on the home screen
  • Added popularity routing settings
  • Added TracBack voice command
  • Fixed action button not working on the waypoint symbol select page
  • Fixed calories not tracking
  • Fixed CIQ app names shown in Garmin Express
  • Fixed geocache items when using Garmin Share
  • Fixed map controls showing on Man Overboard screen
  • Fixed navigation via points disappearing when toggling direct routing
  • Fixed possible display issue with Status dashboard
  • Fixed possible display of stale weather data
  • Fixed possible home grid animation issue when holding keys for a long time
  • Fixed possible issue activating inReach service if you started without GPS signal
  • Fixed possible issue displaying course distance
  • Fixed possible issue showing some map layers incorrectly showing as enabled
  • Fixed possible issue that could display some third party maps as CityNavigator
  • Fixed possible issue when changing CIQ datafields
  • Fixed possible issue when incrementing range in Applied Ballistics app
  • Fixed possible issue when reviewing a point after selecting “Use Map”
  • Fixed possible issue with drawing coordinates in some position formats
  • Fixed possible issue with getting weather forecasts
  • Fixed possible issue with reading certain Geocache files
  • Fixed possible issue with reset button showing before passcode fully timed out
  • Fixed possible issue with showing waypoint altitude
  • Fixed possible issue with wi-fi connection when requesting weather
  • Fixed possible issues with Applied Ballistics app with very low velocities
  • Fixed possible map drawing issue after viewing KMZ maps
  • Fixed satellite skyview and signal bars from constantly changing colors
  • Fixed smart notifications sometimes being automatically reenabled
  • Fixed some text drawing on waypoint average page
  • Fixed user north reference for compass
  • Fixed various issues with lockscreen
  • Fixed wi-fi possibly not turning off when toggled on the status page
  • Fixed “Launch Course” option from Wikiloc CIQ app
  • Fixed “View Map” option when reviewing photos
  • Improved auto correct behavior on keyboard
  • Improved course and activity map drawing speed
  • Improved course creator app
  • Improved saved app loading speed with many long activities
  • Removed “Edit Course” option for area calculations
  • Updated activity drawing to disconnect line when recording was stopped or paused
  • Updated inReach service plan page and added “Check for Updates” button
  • Updated list of proximity alarm tones
  • Updated navigation to recalculate when regaining a GPS fix
  • Updated tracking and activity recording to auto-resume if the device crashed
  • Updated Tracking glance layout
5.09 6.04 1.4.5 6.0.0 2.12
  • Added a limit to the number of pages on the home grid (limited to 12, graphics still need improvement)
  • Added additional action button actions
  • Added alarm clock app
  • Added Calendar app
  • Added course editing
  • Added direct routing toggle to course creator
  • Added directional arrows to courses and activities shown on map
  • Added exFat SD card support
  • Added Man Overboard app
  • Added map layer toggles for activities, courses, and high-contrast maps
  • Added missing map layer toggle images
  • Added option to lock datafields on home grid
  • Added plowland area calculation feature
  • Added popularity routing toggle to courses and routing settings
  • Added prompt to mark geocache as found after navigating to it rather than automatically finding next one
  • Added Proximity Alarms app
  • Added SOS button to locked passcode page
  • Added Sun and Moon 3x2 glance
  • Added support for flashlight strobe
  • Enabled encryption for IMT
  • Fixed activity saving while auto-paused
  • Fixed alarm clock bugs
  • Fixed auto-correct correcting numbers
  • Fixed CIQ apps not showing in list immediately after installing from CIQ store (improved on H1 and H1i Plus)
  • Fixed crash attaching photo from gallery
  • Fixed crash when reviewing inReach message location on map
  • Fixed crash with course creator undo button
  • Fixed dashboard disappearing after panning
  • Fixed home grid indicator overflowing with many pages
  • Fixed home page sometimes showing invalid option
  • Fixed issue with slow maps
  • Fixed issues with fetching weather forecasts
  • Fixed issues with SOS button on lock screen
  • Fixed many course creator bugs
  • Fixed marine charts not toggling properly
  • Fixed possible crash on maps app
  • Fixed possible crashes related to mapping/maps
  • Fixed possible freeze with power on animation
  • Fixed possible issue with automotive turn data field
  • Fixed possible issues with accessing SOS while device locked
  • Fixed possible issues with home grid layout after restoring defaults
  • Fixed satellite glance data
  • Fixed selecting HMU state with buttons
  • Fixed several issues with satellite glance displaying incorrectly
  • Fixed some issues with altimeter chart updating
  • Fixed the quit button not exiting the kml review page
  • Fixed TracBack adding invalid points
  • Improved course creator map drawing and point caching
  • Improved GPS accuracy to match previous handhelds
  • Improved UI for flashlight strobe pages
  • Updated course creator points list display and brought in other improvements
  • Updated default proximity alarm tones
  • Updated driving course creator icon
  • Updated home grid editing glance list layout
  • Updated SOS countdown tone
4.09 6.04 1.4.5 5.1.1 2.12
  • Updated Translation Files
4.08 6.04 1.4.5 5.1.1 2.12
  • Added Course Creator app
  • Added Expedition Mode
  • Added Hunt & Fish app
  • Added Barometer app
  • Added Sun & Moon app
  • Added Swissgrid LV95 coordinate format
  • Added emoji reaction keyboard
  • Added prompt to continue or stop navigation when arriving at destination
  • Added support for Outdoor Maps+ Slope Aspect layer
  • Added waypoint averaging functionality
  • Improved keyboard layouts for various languages
  • Improved charging page behavior
  • Improved Outdoor Maps+ download speeds
  • Improved Voice Command for setting all volume levels
  • Fixed time to destination when not moving
  • Fixed waypoint count not updating in the saved app
  • Fixed possible shutdown when entering a Wi-Fi network password
  • Fixed changing/saving track colors
  • Fixed an issue with creating the RINEX folder
  • Fixed Spot Sounding and Light Sectors showing up without marine charts
  • Fixed issue with SOS app not showing the correct prompt
  • Fixed issues with Hebrew keyboard
  • Fixed possible shutdown with TOPO GB v3 Pro map
  • Removed invalid items from the add home grid page flow
3.04 6.04 1.4.5 5.1.1 2.12
  • Not Published
2.08 6.04 1.4.5 5.1.1 2.11
  • Factory Production Release.
1.22 6.04 1.4.5 5.1.1 2.08
  • Factory Production Release.