Garmin Force Trolling Motor Software

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:

  • Initial Release.