Author Topic: 1197c New Update 6.180 (Read 22045 times)

sss_floripa · « **on:** March 01, 2012, 06:24:54 AM »

Version 6.180 available only for 1197c SI

Download Update 6.180 (need to register)
http://www.humminbird.com/Support/

ITGEEK · « **Reply #1 on:** March 01, 2012, 09:27:22 AM »

I looked on the Humminbird website and I can't find any information
about what the download does, fixes, or adds.

Greg,
Do you know?

Humminbird_Greg · « **Reply #2 on:** March 01, 2012, 11:31:21 AM »

I do not ITG but than I have been pretty busy with other things here…

sonar2000 · « **Reply #3 on:** March 01, 2012, 01:09:07 PM »

would customer service know???

Seems strange to say a update is released but dont know what it does..

Someone has too. How could it be...

Chuck

sonar2000 · « **Reply #4 on:** March 01, 2012, 01:25:00 PM »

AH ----Ha...an after thought...

Could 6.18 be the missing link for the 360....

Would that be nice...

I see the intent for the 360 but it has to meet performance to be viable..

Chuck

sonar2000 · « **Reply #5 on:** March 01, 2012, 01:53:53 PM »

OK, I downloaded the new release.

Now to convince myself to be the first to install it..

Unless someone else has done the install.....in case of that let us know how it went. and what you see new..

Chuck

Double Digit · « **Reply #6 on:** March 01, 2012, 02:35:10 PM »

Yo I wouldn't run that update until greg or sombody from HB can confirm it is legit...Seems very strange that there is no info on this update...I would wait chuck...

sonar2000 · « **Reply #7 on:** March 01, 2012, 02:43:09 PM »

Thanks DD...
I will wait...

Chuck

FuzzyGrub · « **Reply #8 on:** March 01, 2012, 02:57:26 PM »

It is very common that there are little or no details listed in the description of the S/W download, on the HB site. The best I've seen is a couple of one liners. The current releases on my account, while not recent, have no desription. This is for a 797 and 798.

I hope it is the start the deployment of 2012 enhancements, that someone said were suppose to be released in January. A month or two late, is still ahead of time in the vaparware world!

360 H/W is not scheduled to August. No way the S/W would be that far ahead!

Double Digit · « **Reply #9 on:** March 01, 2012, 03:03:29 PM »

You never know I'm sure if somebody wanted to they could make up an update post it.Then if somebody wasn't paying attention you could upload run it in your unit and your face would go like this...First excited to get a new free update..

...Then the oh crap as you notice something isn't wright..

...Then mad as hell cuz you know you've been had...

...finally totally bumbed cuz your unit is toast from some virus...

....and as you can tell work is slow and I'm BORED to death...lol

sonar2000 · « **Reply #10 on:** March 01, 2012, 03:06:26 PM »

You guys are convincing me....... I am going to wait.....
I worked this morning. now it is paperwork and report time..

chuck

FuzzyGrub · « **Reply #11 on:** March 01, 2012, 03:14:09 PM »

Quote from: Double Digit on March 01, 2012, 03:03:29 PM

You never know I'm sure if somebody wanted to they could make up an update post it.Then if somebody wasn't paying attention you could upload run it in your unit and your face would go like this...First excited to get a new free update.. ...Then the oh crap as you notice something isn't wright.. ...Then mad as hell cuz you know you've been had... ...finally totally bumbed cuz your unit is toast from some virus... ....and as you can tell work is slow and I'm BORED to death...lol

Now there is a view from the paranoid!

LOL

Any hacker that wasted time writting a virus for HB hardware and hacking into the accounts at the officail site, to target only 1197/98 owners, I think would be traced to a HB competitor very quickly.

Or is it a conspiricy from HB to get owners to buy new units?? Get all those old ethernet 1197's exchanged for new 1198's so they don't have to work on a 360 workaround??

Double Digit · « **Reply #12 on:** March 01, 2012, 03:29:18 PM »

Yep Fuzzy I like the 2nd theory better...Makes perfect sense not only will HB not have to worry about making the 1197 work with the 360 but just think of all the 1198's they will sell...I don't know nothing about computer viruses or how they make them or why...I just know better be safe then sorry...

Whistler · « **Reply #13 on:** March 01, 2012, 09:23:43 PM »

Looks like this update is now also available for the 1198.

George · « **Reply #14 on:** March 02, 2012, 07:56:31 AM »

New update version 6.180 for 1197c SI, is it me or did HB change the update names? Do not understand why, it will make it difficult in the future to keep track of software updates!!!

The name of the file is "278dc4f848c449ce99ef64ca21f6b3c9", it is a bin file?

??

George

sonar2000 · « **Reply #15 on:** March 02, 2012, 09:15:49 AM »

Dont know George. Trying to get a handle on this...
I saw the same file name as you.

I wonder if a pre-release got out and the final release name has not been applied. Especially since there is no desription of the release..

I am holding off on any install until we get some explaination or validation..

Chuck

sonar2000 · « **Reply #16 on:** March 02, 2012, 10:29:48 AM »

OK, here is the facts..well at least the current answer.
the long name bin file for the release is just that.
There was not a known reason for having the new name length or selection of characters. Or would this revert back in the future to the shorter more descriptive name..

I did ask that it be reconsidered to issue releases in the original format as it was easier to know the level of release.
I cant equate a level in the long name.
It was said that this issue will be taken forward and was told it would be written up and forwarded.

I guess we will have to wait for the next release.

Also the 898 is in the same new format..

chuck

rnvinc · « **Reply #17 on:** March 02, 2012, 05:05:29 PM »

I am patiently waiting in the background to watch the boards light up from possible bugs in the new 1197 software version....

I see no "have to have right now feature" in any update (past or present) that would nudge me into being the "guinea pig" for spectacular "I gotta have it right now" update features...

I've seen nothing since the stable 4.750 that benefits my methods of sonar use...

I will wait .....and watch.... $:-\$

Rickie

sonar2000 · « **Reply #18 on:** March 02, 2012, 05:54:57 PM »

I think most of us will take that approach...wait for some one to take the step.
If I had a spare unit right now I would go ahead and try it..
If anyone does....let us know the results and what you see new...
Chuck

Denny · « **Reply #19 on:** March 02, 2012, 07:05:44 PM »

http://view.exacttarget.com/?j=fe621678776701787510&m=fe6615707767027b7016&ls=fdd715727567047d7c17727560&l=fe55157772660c7a7310&s=fe3110717066067c7d1073&jb=ffcf14&ju=fe2f17727067007e751c74&r=0

sonar2000 · « **Reply #20 on:** March 02, 2012, 07:11:20 PM »

Denny which of that link applies to the new long name release..Or does all of that apply in the release..
The announcement is an older release from HB on upcoming possibilities for software considerations for 2012..
Or am I missing something here..

Chuck

Denny · « **Reply #21 on:** March 02, 2012, 07:12:34 PM »

I installed new update seems to be working ok.Have not got on water yet.

calli1 · « **Reply #22 on:** March 02, 2012, 07:18:00 PM »

I WAS going to take a chance myself and download but can get from the computer to a S D car for some reason. Went through the Humminbird P C way but once I load my S D card into the computer and click next.and try to download....that is as far as it will go. I have the new update loaded on my computer and never have had this problem. My Humminbird P C is 4.1. But I'm not afraid to download the update....never had any problems.

sonar2000 · « **Reply #23 on:** March 02, 2012, 07:24:48 PM »

Calli, is 6.18 for the 98 models. I thought it was for the 97 unit...
Just a guess.
(edit)
Never mind .....I just saw a post that said it was for the 98 also..
I think what confuses me is that 6.180 downloads as (278dc4f848c449ce99ef64ca21f6b3c9.bin) for the 1197..
Chuck

ITGEEK · « **Reply #24 on:** March 02, 2012, 08:15:23 PM »

I also installed the 6.180 update on my 1197 without any problems.
I haven't taken it on the water yet either.
It looks like there area a few menu options added.

Denny · « **Reply #25 on:** March 02, 2012, 08:29:03 PM »

Sonar2000 They all apply,except removable Readouts 800/900.

calli1 · « **Reply #26 on:** March 02, 2012, 11:22:21 PM »

Ok Folks.....the 6.1 in now downloaded on my 1198 unit. Went through simulator mode and seems everything is good. There are several new little things that caught my eye...one being able to tweek the DI now along with the SI......Contrast, Sharpnest & Sensitivity now on DI.

sonar2000 · « **Reply #27 on:** March 03, 2012, 09:21:19 AM »

Thanks Calli. You are giving us confidence to go ahead with the release.

I do hope they will go back to the short file name on releases.

Let us know if you see any thing else or improvements on the new code..

Chuck

FuzzyGrub · « **Reply #28 on:** March 03, 2012, 10:01:00 AM »

Can't you just rename the file?

calli1 · « **Reply #29 on:** March 03, 2012, 10:18:59 AM »

I will be out on the water Monday...if not Sunday after church to test. Once the update is accually released and sent from Humminbird...I have total confidence that everything would be ok. One thing is neat to see is the 360 screen. On simulator mode...kinda cool but not anything I need at this time. Also, if anyone uses radar...then this update will allow that to happen. I'm just suprsied that this updated software covers so many units and not just a couple in general. The email I received has youtube videos demoing the updates...which is neat. I will give more updates once I see anything new.

sonar2000 · « **Reply #30 on:** March 03, 2012, 10:27:53 AM »

Thanks Calli. Look forward to your water time...Also are you thinking the long file name is a pre-release of the 6.18? I asked HB support this but they did not know...

Fuzzy..I dont think you can re-name as the execute file looks for that particular name..
We need to check on this...
If I had a spare unit I would try it but dont want to lock up the working one right now. (waiting on the bootstrap AS PC3 cable to be released..)

Calli...One thing I am still looking for is: can the 360 be recorded and is there an external viewer if we do record...

Thanks Chuck

FuzzyGrub · « **Reply #31 on:** March 03, 2012, 12:42:32 PM »

Quote from: sonar2000 on March 03, 2012, 10:27:53 AM

Fuzzy..I dont think you can re-name as the execute file looks for that particular name..
We need to check on this...
If I had a spare unit I would try it but dont want to lock up the working one right now. (waiting on the bootstrap AS PC3 cable to be released..)

I think it is just a binary file, and unless the prior release knows what the future release name will be (unlikely), it is reading data out of the file to be able to tell if this is HB code. If they release these changes for the 798ci (hope, hope), I will let you know.

mcguire2093 · « **Reply #32 on:** March 03, 2012, 02:57:25 PM »

Hello, LEONARD,

Software updates, as announced in January, 2012, have now been released for the following models:
1198c SI
1197c SI
1158c
1158c DI
1157c
998c SI
958c
958c DI
898c SI
858c
858c DI
778c HD

These updates on version 6.180 include:
Casting Rings
Waypoint Proximity Indicator
Removable Readouts for 800/900 series Side Imaging Units
Countdown timer
Course Projection and Heading Lines
Time To Go (TTG)
Lower Range
Hide Track
North Up Indicator
Side Imaging Range Variable on SI units
Side Imaging Auto Range on SI unit
Waypoint Management
Radar Menus (with purchase of optional Radar Accessory

I have down loaded and everything went fine. I have not used it yet but it looks good.

Shooter00 · « **Reply #33 on:** March 03, 2012, 02:58:41 PM »

File names have changed,even the existing ones.
If you go and proceed to download an existing file such as the 5.840 for the 798 you will see it has changed to the new numeric name.
If you want to keep track just create a new folder and name it the model/update version and drop the bin file in it....

FuzzyGrub · « **Reply #34 on:** March 03, 2012, 03:17:11 PM »

Quote from: Shooter00 on March 03, 2012, 02:58:41 PM

File names have changed,even the existing ones.
If you go and proceed to download an existing file such as the 5.840 for the 798 you will see it has changed to the new numeric name.
If you want to keep track just create a new folder and name it the model/update version and drop the bin file in it....

You are correct! I downloaded 5.840 just a couple of weeks ago, and it still had the version name filename, and the date matched the release date. It now has the extra long cryptic file name, with a 3/3/2012 date, and bytes match the other one, so not a new version. Talk about a version control problem! There is no way to match this bin file via name or release date. Come on HB, this is basic S/W 101 kinda stuff!

On 2nd thought, this was probably done by the people that HB has manage the website. I can't believe that any S/W developer would personaly use that kind of a naming scheme!

sonar2000 · « **Reply #35 on:** March 03, 2012, 03:45:08 PM »

fuzzy,
That is why I am trying to create a software release table for references.

I agree that there was nothing wrong with the way they had done it.
You could look at the name and know which unit and what level..

1197c_5.550.bin

Can anyone tell me at first glance what unit and level 264aef727c306a77de16bc17c45a1d9.bin is?

Chuck

NickO · « **Reply #36 on:** March 03, 2012, 06:03:37 PM »

Downloaded 6.180 for my 898 yesterday and installed. Went up on the river for a couple of hours in the afternoon. Install went flawless as usual and a couple of hours isn't enough time to play with all the new toys.
All I can say is "GREAT JOB HB" worth waiting for.

Go for it guys. Don't forget to reset to defaults before and after.

Whistler · « **Reply #37 on:** March 03, 2012, 06:35:07 PM »

Just rename the file guys. I did. I updated after I renamed to something meaningful and was able to update without issue.

sonar2000 · « **Reply #38 on:** March 03, 2012, 07:04:24 PM »

Thanks Whistler.

I will rename to the same format as before.

1198c_6.180....The rescue squad has two of them...

Now that will make more sense..

chuck

George · « **Reply #39 on:** March 04, 2012, 07:25:51 AM »

I also renamed mine the same as you did Chuck, did this to keep all of my updates so I can find them easily. It would be rather difficult to sort out the new names which look more like a hexadecimal address, do not know what HB is thinking!!!!!

If a person has 2 different units, with the new titles it would be too easy to use the wrong update on a unit. Do not know what would happen and do not want to try it.

George

FuzzyGrub · « **Reply #40 on:** March 04, 2012, 08:19:45 AM »

Quote from: George on March 04, 2012, 07:25:51 AM

If a person has 2 different units, with the new titles it would be too easy to use the wrong update on a unit. Do not know what would happen and do not want to try it.

I think I have read where HB Greg has had multiple unit versions on a SD chip, that he used to update store displays. If I am remembering correctly, that means there is an embedded ID in the S/W, and can't load a different units version.

sonar2000 · « **Reply #41 on:** March 04, 2012, 12:03:58 PM »

I seemed to recall that also Fuzzy...but cant lay my hands on the post.

I do think you are right and it will probably work fine.

Which is one of the reason I am trying to get the downloads updated and also have a quick reference excel file for review.

Whew...this is cutting into my fishing time...

Chuck

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