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 Update

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 your Garmin 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

eTrex Touch 25/35 (2140) Firmware Update History

System Requirements:

  • IBM-compatible PC running Windows 2000 or later operating system and an available USB port.

Notes:

  • WARNING: If this software is uploaded to a device other than that for which it is designed, you will not be able to operate that device.
  • If attempts to upload software fail, you may need to return the device to Garmin for service.

Change History:

Changes made from version 4.40 to 4.50:

  • Fixed issue with getting a false max number of photos exceeded message.
  • Fixed page flow when clearing the current activity.

Changes made from version 4.00 to 4.40:

  • Fixed possible display issue with the geocache filtering page.
  • Fixed navigation issue when clearing the current activity.
  • Fixed possible issue when navigating to a geocache.
  • Fixed an issue where the map would incorrectly load.
  • Fixed an issue where the device might crash when navigating.
  • Fixed an issue where the main menu would display the incorrect graphic.
  • Fixed an issue where the activity play button would display the incorrect graphic.
  • Fixed an issue where etrex Touch 25 products would incorrectly reference ANT-functions.
  • Fixed a display issue on the map when the device is in classic mode.
  • Fixed an issue with lock behavior.
  • Fixed an issue with POI details in the Where-To menu.

Changes made from version 3.80 to 4.00:

  • Fixed potential issue with GPS+GLONASS.

Changes made from version 3.70 to 3.80:

  • Added support for Garmin HuntView Plus.

Changes made from version 3.60 to 3.70:

  • Fixed potential GPS issue.

Changes made from version 3.50 to 3.60:

  • Fixed issue where auto-start setting would not work.
  • Fixed issue where activities would fail to sync to GCM after completing.
  • Fixed issue where touching the screen would wake up the unit when it was in battery save mode.

Changes made from version 3.40 to 3.50:

  • Fixed intermittent issue where device was not recognized for mass storage when connected via USB.
  • Fixed ability to set custom name for FIT activities.
  • Fixed precision and other data issues with FIT activities.
  • Fixed potential waypoint distance mismatch on the Find page.
  • Fixed area units on the Track Review page.
  • Fixed possible shutdown on the Notifications page.
  • Fixed issue where the dashboard would flash when restoring defaults on the map page.
  • Fixed possible shutdown on the Review Map page.
  • Fixed possible shutdown on the Calendar page.
  • Fixed possible shutdown on the Proximity Alarms page.
  • Fixed possible shutdown on the Route List page.
  • Fixed possible freeze when deleting waypoints.

Changes made from version 3.20 to 3.40:

  • Added support for optional MTP interface mode (Setup > System > USB Mode)

Changes made from version 3.10 to 3.20:

  • Fixed possible issue causing European Topo Active maps to not update properly
  • Fixed issue with saved track stats precision

Changes made from version 3.00 to 3.10:

  • Fixed issue where some large data fields would be blank
  • Fixed shutdown when setting manual safety shading setting

Changes made from version 2.90 to 3.00:

  • Fixed possible shutdown when reviewing POIs on the map

Changes made from version 2.80 to 2.90:

  • Fixed issue with incorrect map orientation and zoom level on map page.
  • Fixed issue with time display in night mode.
  • Fixed issue calorie calculation.
  • Fixed issue with speed display in data fields.
  • Fixed issue with importing adventures from SD cards.

Changes made from version 2.70 to 2.80:

  • Fixed possible shutdown on certain keyboards
  • Fixed possible issue loading maps on power up

Changes made from version 2.60 to 2.70:

  • Added ability to copy reverse for FIT activities.
  • Improved naming consistency for Tracks and Activities. Track is now used only in reference to GPX track files. Activity is used to refer to the current activity.
  • Improved foreign language keyboard layouts.
  • Improved display of right to left languages.
  • Improved panning on the altimeter page.
  • Improved separation of activity data and trip data.
  • Fixed possible issue that prevented geocache filters from working.
  • Fixed selected keyboard language to save through power cycle.
  • Fixed possible issue with Trip Time data field.

Changes made from version 2.50 to 2.60:

  • Added turn information to map page during navigation
  • Added ability to customize auto pause threshold
  • Added option to restore the current profile to its default settings in Setup > Reset
  • Improved the Reset All Settings option in Setup > Reset. This option now resets all the profiles

Changes made from version 2.40 to 2.50:

  • Improved the fit history application to work more like track manager
  • Improved main menu font in Classic Mode
  • Fixed potential shutdown when starting navigation
  • Fixed potential issue where a long list would show blank items after scrolling
  • Fixed potential issue where button would cover up review information
  • Fixed issue where WAAS setting would not save through a power cycle