Evolution Autopilot Control Heads Software

Evolution Autopilot Control Heads Software

Software download and update information for Raymarine Evolution Autopilot Control Heads:

  • Software for: p70/p70s and p70R/p70Rs Pilot Heads
  • Version: v3.13
  • Date Released: Feb 2024
  • Additional Notes: The Autopilot may require recalibrating after the update is complete, refer to Software Update Information section below.

Current MFD Bootcode

MFDDownload Link
AXIOM/AXIOM ProDownload Here
eS SeriesDownload Here
a/c/e/gS SeriesDownload Here


Retired & Legacy MFD Downloads

MFDDownload Link
G SeriesDownload Here
E WideDownload Here
C WideDownload Here
E ClassicDownload Here
A ClassicDownload Here


Important Terms of downloading software

Firmware update processes are done at your own risk. Before initiating the update process be sure to backup and make copies of all important files.

If the firmware process is interrupted your product may not function properly, therefore do not interrupt the process and ensure the unit is on a reliable power supply. Damage caused by incomplete upgrades will not be covered by Raymarine warranty.

By Downloading the software, you agree to these terms.

Software History


VersionRelease DateFeatures
v3.13Feb 2024
  • Adds auto turn adjustments
  • Adds positional units
VersionRelease DateFeatures
v3.12Mar 2023This release maintains compatibility with LightHouse 4.4 for Axiom chartplotters
v3.09Sep 2019
  • Corrects text translation error introduced in (v3.08) when set to Polish & Russian language. The displayed text wrongly displayed “Blad Tekstu” & “ТЕКСТОВАЯ ОШИБКА” which translates to “text error” instead of the correct Autopilot functions.
v3.08Jan 2019
  • Safety Improvement to the Autopilot Head:
    • If the Controller detects a key lock up, or the Standby Key is constantly closed (shorted) then it will activate the buzzer for 10 seconds until the controller restarts (if this is the only pilot controller in the system, the Autopilot will drop to Standby)
  • Wind Vane mode (when set to Sail Boat) has been moved to the left Shortcut key as default (also accessible via the menu). The two button presses (Standby and Auto) will no longer activate Wind Vane mode.
v3.07Aug 2016
  • Corrects a text error on the Restart Compass page caused by Language translation
  • Corrects transposition of Response Levels; Leisure & Cruising for Chinese language
  • Variation entered in User Preferences is now applied locally and globally on the STng bus. This corrects a problem introduced in v3.05 whereby the Evolution Pilot, if interfaced to a Seatalk1 Chart Plotter via a STng converter, would not enter Track Mode and alarm "No Navigation Data". If the system has this issue, set the Variation to ON and apply the local variation for that region. Variation can also be set on an i70. If Variation is already present on the STng network the p70 controller will revert to Slave and the problem will not occur.
v3.06Jun 2016
  • Support for running Hardware Changes
v3.05May 2016
  • Track Acquisition & Track Keeping enhancements
  • Vane mode – Wind steering Performance enhancements
  • Compass Linearisation Progress Bar included
  • Windshift Alarm improvements – including the ability to switch off
  • Enhanced Compass Calibration Routine for EV Sensor
v2.17Aug 2014
  • Supports the selection of the Speed Input Source in Autopilot Calibration (Auto/STW/SOG/Cruise Speed)
  • Corrects intermittent drop out of SOG displayed in Data Boxes
  • Pilot now interacts correctly with MFD in Track mode. Now reacts correctly to an Advance Waypoint command
  • Title of the first page in Dockside Wizard has been changed from Dockside Calibration to Dockside Wizard
  • Corrections & Enhancements to the MDS (Multiple data Selection) functionality
  • Language Translations updated for new features
  • Corrects truncated Text In Dockside Wizard For Russian, Greek and Korean Languages
  • Restart compass is now removed from menu after Compass Lock is enabled
  • Corrects an issue where the p70 can show NO PILOT after an MFD upgrade
v2.12Oct 2013
  • Now corrects the intermittent “No Pilot” alarm fault. – This can occur with the previous v2.11 software with an SPX or Evolution Autopilot connected on Seatalk NG to multiple MFD’s with the Pilot Control enabled
  • The Rudder Bar is now shown during Dockside Calibration, Rudder Alignment
v2.11Jul 2013
  • Evolution compatibility
  • Additional diagnostics page added - About System
v1.08Jul 2012
  • If Auto is engaged from a second Controller the Standby key can be locked out until the Menu or Auto key is pressed
  • If turned off from the power key the unit may lock out the keys and not power up again
  • If Vane mode is engaged and Swedish language selected the unit will continually reset
v1.06Feb 2012
  • General Bug fixes and Improvements
v1.01 BootcodeFeb 2012
  • Bootcode upgrade to support v1.06 application
v1.04
v1.00 bootcode
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  • INITIAL RELEASE

Evolution Autopilot Control Heads Software Update Instructions

Downloading the Software

Select the software update below depending on which Multifunction Display (MFD) you will be using to perform the Remote Update.

Warning  a/c/e/eS/gS Series - Updating via a/c/e/eS/gS Series display. MFD software must be at level v13.37 and above

Warning  G Series - Updating via G Series system. System software must be at level v4.49 and above

Warning  Pilot System - Please make sure you have the latest EV1/EV2 and ACU software installed, otherwise issues may arise  

Info  AXIOM and a/c/e/eS/gS Download - This download now contains the following additional product updates:

  • Pilots – p70, p70R, ACU, EV1/EV2

Info  AXIOM and a/c/e/eS/gS Download - Do not copy the Bootcode and Application ".ISO" files onto the same software card. The MFD cannot install Bootcode and Application .ISO files at the same time.

Open Source GPL/LGPL

Some Raymarine products contain software code developed by third parties that are covered by open source GPL and LGPL software license agreements. You can view the third party license agreements by visiting the Manuals and Documents section of our website.

Info: a/c/e/eS/gS Download - This download now contains the following additional product updates: Pilots – Evolution ACU, Evolution CCU, p70

Note: The included R4 pilot software requires recalibration of the autopilot once complete. 

This software update FAQ relates to the following products:

  • i70s
  • p70s Autopilot Control Heads
  • ACU
  • EV-100
  • STng Converter
  • AIS700

If you have performed the a, c, e, eS, gS or AXIOM Series MFD update recently you may not need to perform this update. Please check your device software.

PLEASE READ

Please fully read this page before attempting to update your Raymarine System. This page contains each step for you to sucessfully update your Raymarine system

IMPORTANT TERMS OF DOWNLOADING SOFTWARE

Firmware update processes are done at your own risk. Before initiating the update process be sure to backup and make copies of all important files.

If the firmware process is interrupted your product may not function properly, therefore do not interrupt the process and ensure the unit is on a reliable power supply. Damage caused by incomplete upgrades will not be covered by Raymarine warranty.

By Downloading the software, you agree to these terms.

Stage 1: Populating the mSD Flash Memory Card (or CF Card) with the MFD Software

Note: To avoid potentially corrupting the data on your Navionics chart card, DO NOT copy software update files to your Navionics chart card and DO NOT back up waypoint/route/track data to your Navionics chart card. MicroSD cards are commonly available in most stores selling consumer electronics products. Waypoint, route, track data, and system configuration data can be stored on a microSD memory card which also contains software update files.

  • You are NOT required to update the products software versions sequentially. For example, you can go from application v1.04 to v1.35, however you may require a bootcode upgrade first.
  • The mSD (Micro SD) memory cards used with a/c/e/eS/gS Series MFDs should have a memory capacity of no less than 1GB and no more than 32GB.
  • The mSD card should be formatted to FAT32. (External link: Instructions)
  1. Insert a compatible Flash memory card into the computer's memory card reader or into a memory card reader which has been interfaced to the computer.
  2. Select the appropriate software download for your product
  3. Upon completion of the download, click on the "Downloads folder" (or the folder where your Internet Browser has been directed to save downloaded files), to open it
  4. If the downloaded file is a .ZIP file, extract the contents of the .zip file - (if it is an .ISO file, go to STEP 6) Note: Only unzip the main ZIP file that is downloaded. Do not attempt to open the files contained within the ZIP file as these may have extensions such as .dob .pkg .sh .sh.sig .iso or .zip with various file names. If you attempt to open these files you may see an error as they are designed to update your Raymarine products and not for use in a Windows, Apple or Linux PC.

Software Sreenshot
  1. Copy the contents of the main zip file to the Root of the Flash card (Root is the first level you access when selecting the Flash).
  2. If the Download is an ISO file, do not try to open the file. Instead just copy the whole ISO file over to the root of the mSD card.
    1. Note: Some products may have both a Bootloader and an Application ISO file (such as the VHF Radios). Do not copy these onto the same mSD card at the same time, otherwise the upgrade will not work. The Bootloader ISO must be on a seperate uSD card. Please review the Radio Upgrade instructions for further information.

Software update screenshot
  1. Important: Make sure the files are not in any folders on the card
    1. For example: if your computer has assigned Removable Disk (E:) to your memory card reader/writer, then the software update files should be copied directly to Removable Disk (E:), not to any folders created on the memory card.
  2. Remove the memory card from the computer's memory card reader.

Stage 2: The update method

Information about the a, c, e, eS, gS and AXIOM Series update using ISO files

The a, c, e, eS, gS-Series software download or AXIOM Series software download, now contains the latest version of software for the following peripherals:

  • Adaptors – ST1-STNG Converter, ECI-100, iTC-5
  • AIS - AIS700
  • Fishfinders – CP100, CP200, CP370, CP470, CP570, RVX1000
  • GPS - RS130, RS150
  • Instruments – i50, i60, i70, iTC-5, p70
  • Pilots – Evolution ACU, Evolution EV-1, p70, p70R
  • RMK-9 / RMK-10
  • Radar - Quantum, Magnum
  • VHF - Ray50, Ray60, Ray70 (not the 2nd Station Handset)

These are grouped together as ISO files

Once the Master MFD has been updated, usually any connected MFD or peripheral will be updated as well.

If you have performed the update recently on the MFD, you may not need to perform this update. Please check if you require the update.

Updating the Product using a, c, e, eS, gS or AXIOM Series MFD's using ISO files

  1. Please make sure that the product to be upgraded, and the MASTER Multifunction Display (MFD) have both been interfaced to one another via a powered and properly terminated SeaTalkNG backbone, that the Product and MASTER MFD have been powered ON, and have completed startup initialization before starting the update procedure.
    1. Note, if upgrading an ECI-100, the Engine side (Devicenet side) of the product has to have power connected to it as well.
  2. Place the mSD card with the ISO file product software into the Master MFD (while it is powered on)
  3. If you are not presented with a pop-up box within a short period of time, then enter the following menu:
    1. From the Home Screen, press Set-Up > Maintenance > Check Card for updates
  4. Follow the on screen instructions until you are presented with a table of connected products
  5. Ensure that the product/s you wish to update are ticked (i.e. the ST1 to STng converter needs to be ticked)
  6. Click on the Install now button located in the bottom right corner of the screen.
  7. MFD will show update % progress and eventually "Upgrade Complete" for the product/s
  8. Once all products have completed, remove the mSD card from the MFD and Power Cycle the system.
  9. Finally, please verify that all software is now up to date by going to the "checking the software versions..." section below:

Checking the software versions of your Raymarine products using a, c, e, eS or gS Series MFD

  • The MFD's and peripherals software version may be verified via the command sequence:
  • [Home screen] Setup > Maintenance > Diagnostics > Select Device 

Please note: You will only see Raymarine devices that are connected on SeaTalkNG and RayNet only. Other devices may not be listed

Updating the Product with a Legacy display (A Series Classic, E Series Classic, C Series Wide, E Series Wide, G Series) or an a/c/e/eS/gS MFD using PKG files

  1. Power OFF the MASTER MFD.
  2. Please make sure that the Product to be upgraded, and the MASTER Multifunction Display (MFD) have both been interfaced to one another via a powered and properly terminated SeaTalkNG backbone, that the Product to be upgraded is powered ON, and has completed startup initialization before starting the update procedure.
    1. Note, if upgrading an ECI-100, the Engine side (Devicenet side) of the product has to have power connected to it as well. 
  3. Insert the memory card containing the PKG product software update file, and the relevant Autorun file/s into the MASTER MFD’s memory card reader.
    1. All PKG and Autorun files must be in the root of the Memory card, not within a Folder or Zip file.
  4. Power ON the MASTER MFD.
  5. After the MFD has booted to its Raymarine Software Upgrade Utility screen, select the software upgrade package from the Upgrade Packages Available list.
  6. Press the UPGRADE REMOTE UNIT function key.
  7. Press the UPGRADE REMOTE UNIT ON ST2 (It may also say STNG depending on the current version of software you are using).
  8. Use the Trackpad to highlight the unit you wish to update and press the UPGRADE UNIT softkey.
    1. Note, If the RS130 is not listed then try power cycling the RS130 off and on again (turning the SeaTalk1 or SeaTalkNG power off/on). Try this 3-4 times to see if communication can be obtained and you see the RS130 appear. Then select the RS130 in the list to be upgraded.
  9. When the progress indicator's Overall bar reaches 100%, the Device's software will have been upgraded.
  10. Remove the CF memory card from the MFD's memory card reader.
  11. If you have just upgraded your RS130 bootloader or VHF Radio bootloader, then you will need to upgrade the Application to restore operation.
    1. Once bootloader has been loaded, follow steps 1-10 above to load in the application for the product, then progress to step 12 below.
  12. Power cycle the whole system.


Open Source GPL/LGPL

Some Raymarine products contain software code developed by third parties that are covered by open source GPL and LGPL software license agreements. You can view the third party license agreements by visiting the Manuals section of our website.

To access the open source GPL and LGPL licensed executables click here