March 04, 2024 2 min read
Garmin release a new software update on March 1, 2024 for the Garmin Alpha 200i and Garmin Alpha 200 handhelds. This software update (v7.80) made a few fixes that affected the compass arrows and exporting tracks. This is not a critical update but it is still suggested to keep your software up to date as often as possible.
The lists of changes are included below:
Fixed dog compass arrow colors.
Fixed export track names allowing blackslashes.
How to Update Your Garmin Alpha 200i Handheld
There are two ways to update your Garmin Alpha 200i handhelds.
Note: Garmin suggests that before updating an Alpha 200i handheld, allow the handheld to acquire a satellite GPS fix first. This is especially important for brand new right out of the box handhelds!
For details on past updates see:
Garmin Software Updates - February 2024
Garmin Alpha 200i Software Update 5.50
Garmin Alpha 200i Software Update 5.30
Garmin Alpha 200i Software Update 5.00
Garmin Alpha 200i Software Update 4.50
Garmin Alpha 200i Software Update 4.30
Garmin Alpha 200i Software Update 4.00
Garmin Alpha 200i Software Update 3.30
Garmin Alpha 200i Software Update 3.20
Garmin Alpha 200i Software Update 3.10
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