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Provided an internet connection, this feature checks the Waypoint server to see if any software updates are available. If so, they can be directly downloaded and installed.

Download manufacturer files

Provided an internet connection, use this option to download the latest manufacturer files from Waypoint’s FTP site. The files downloaded are listed below.

List of files downloaded when manufacturer files are updated

manufact.dcb

List of the differential code biases, in nanoseconds, between the P1 and C/A code for each satellite. Used by PPP and applied to any receivers that track the C/A code on L1 (as opposed to P1). If this file is out of date it may limit PPP solution convergence.

manufact.xml

List of base stations available for the Download utility. This is usually updated monthly.

manufact.dtm

List of datums, ellipsoids and transformations between datums.

manufact.fvt

List of Favourites and the groups they are contained in.

manufact.grd

List of manufacturer defined grids.

manufact.utc

List of UTC leap seconds and dates they were or will be introduced.

manufact.atx

Composite absolute antenna calibrations in ANTEX (new IGS) format.

manufact.cim

List of the IMU conversion profiles.

manufact.imu

List of the supported IMU error models.

manufact.pgr

List of the plot groups and the plots included in the groups.

NovAtel Waypoint Products

This option opens the Waypoint Software page in your default web browser. From here, more information on Waypoint Products can be found, including information regarding the latest version, notices of training seminars, links to FAQ/training materials and technical reports.

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