Garmin Force Trolling Motor Software
as of March 31, 2025
Changes made from version 5.40 to 5.50:
- Point motor forward when deploying.
- Security improvements.
- Improve software update process from ActiveCaptain mobile app.
- Various bug fixes and improvements.
- Remote version updated to 3.60:
Show waypoint information when marking a waypoint...
Changes made from version 5.30 to 5.40:
- Improved critical battery indicator.
- Various bug fixes and improvements.
- Remote version updated to 3.50.
- Foot Pedal version updated to 3.10:
Added ability to disable the Anchor Lock button on foot pedal...
Changes made from version 5.20 to 5.30:
- Remote version updated to 3.40:
Fix an issue where creating a waypoint creates multiple copies of the same waypoint...
Change color of turbo icon to be orange...
Fix bug where viewing 'About' page causes a reboot...
Improved steering direction indicator... - Foot Pedal version updated to 3.00:
Add support to indicate low battery on foot pedal...
Changes made from version 5.10 to 5.20:
- Added setting to allow Power-Pole anchors to remain deployed when trolling motor is stowed.
- Remote version updated to 3.20:
Added steering angle indicator to main screen...
Animated propeller icon on main screen...
Added option to calibrate steering alignment... - Foot Pedal version updated to 2.90.
Changes made from version 5.00 to 5.10:
- Fixed a potential issue with Wi-Fi connectivity.
- Remote version updated to 3.10.
Changes made from version 4.50 to 5.00:
- Added integration with Power-Pole Anchors.
- Other bug fixes and improvements.
- Remote version updated to 3.00:
Turbo key now requires a double press to engage... - Foot Pedal version updated to 2.80.
Changes made from version 4.40 to 4.50:
- Fixed an issue where the propeller fails to engage on some units.
Changes made from version 4.30 to 4.40:
- Improved user messages and system alerts.
- Remote version updated to 2.80.
- Foot Pedal version updated to 2.70.
Changes made from version 4.20 to 4.30:
- Added support to pair two remotes to the trolling motor.
- Fixed an issue where turning off compatible chartplotters also turned off the trolling motor.
- Remote version updated to 2.70.
Changes made from version 4.10 to 4.20:
- Added support for navigating improved Auto Guidance Paths when commanded from a compatible chartplotter.
Changes made from version 4.00 to 4.10:
- Fixed an issue where the unit could fail to power on properly.
- Fixed an issue that could result in chartplotters being unable to sync navigation data.
Changes made from version 3.20 to 4.00:
- Improved navigation data syncing.
- Made changes to support factory production.
- Remote version updated to 2.60:
Added a foot pedal version to the about page...
Improved the readability of the about page...
Changes made from version 3.10 to 3.20:
- Added a change to support factory production.
Changes made from version 3.00 to 3.10:
- Changed the system voltage detection to better support lithium batteries.
- Fixed an issue where propellor turns off when exiting and entering the water.
- Improved communication with remote and pedal.
Changes made from version 2.50 to 3.00:
- Improved anchor lock speed control.
- Improved the behavior if the steering system cannot reach the desired angle.
- Added support for removing an owner by restoring the trolling motor's default settings.
- Improved software update robustness.
- Added support to match the new user data changes in GPSmap 20.00 and echoMAP 13.00 software.
- Remote version updated to 2.50:
Fixed 'Loader' version reporting in the about page...
Fixed instances where some banners would show only once per power cycle... - Foot Pedal version updated to 2.60:
Improved the behavior and added a notification if pedal service is required...
Changes made from version 2.40 to 2.50:
- Increased the already long battery life of foot pedal.
- Added ability to disable Heading Hold on foot pedal.
- Fixed minor bugs in remote user interface.
- Made changes to improve manufacturability.
Changes made from version 2.30 to 2.40:
- Added the ability to set the navigation arrival mode as anchor lock or manual. Defaulted to anchor lock.
- Added a blinking red battery light when the battery is critically low.
- Reduced foot pedal activity light brightness.
- Improved foot pedal steering algorithms for easier boat control.
- Increased remote and foot pedal range during initial pairing.
- Added a warning message for when the propeller is blocked, and improved the recovery mechanism.
Changes made from version 2.20 to 2.30:
- Added support for the trolling motor to stay in anchor lock even if the remote or foot pedal loses connection.
Changes made from version 2.10 to 2.20:
- Improved manufacturability.
Changes made from version to 2.10: