Minn Kota and Humminbird have been fishing partners for decades. Now, Minn Kota brings the power of Humminbird Imaging™ into one integrated fishing system, bringing trolling motors, fish finders, sonar, mapping, shallow water anchors and more together in a single, seamless experience - all under the Minn Kota brand.
The integrated Minn Kota System connects what your fish finder sees with what your trolling motor does, using sonar and mapping information to enable compatible auto-navigation and precise boat positioning so you can stay focused on fishing.
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Advanced GPS Navigation 4.0 Package: Version 2.770 (Released 10/6/2026)
Affected Models:
- Ultrex (2024-Present)
- Ulterra (2024-Present)
- Terrova / Riptide Terrova (2024-Present)
- PowerDrive / Riptide PowerDrive (2024-Present)
- Instant Response Foot Pedal
- Advanced GPS Navigation Wireless Remote (2024-Present)
- Ultrex QUEST (2024-Present)
- Ulterra QUEST (2024-Present)
- Terrova QUEST / Riptide Terrova QUEST (2024-Present)
- Riptide Instinct QUEST (2024-Present)
Software included in Advanced GPS Navigation 4.0 Package v2.770:
- Advanced GPS Navigation Wireless Remote: version 2.130 (NEW)
- Advanced GPS Navigation Controller: version 2.760 (NEW)
- Motor: Riptide Instinct QUEST: version 1.140 (NEW)
- Motor: Ulterra QUEST: version 1.140 (NEW)
- Motor: Terrova QUEST/ Riptide Terrova QUEST: version 1.100
- Motor: Ultrex QUEST: version 1.140 (NEW)
- Instant Response Foot Pedal: version 1.050
New and Updated Features
Trolling Motor updates:
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Wirelessly Connect Minn Kota Trolling Motors to Minn Kota and Humminbird Fish Finders
- Wireless networking connects your trolling motor and fish finder controls without an Ethernet cord unlocking every navigational benefit of the trolling motor in the integrated Minn Kota Fishing System. Your fishing setup is dependable and cleaner with less cables.
Draw & Navigate
Get to your spots more simply than ever! Just draw a course with your finger right on your fish finder and the motor takes over navigating along the path with your Minn Kota trolling motor.
Intelligent Depth Control™
Navigate new and unfamiliar waters with confidence, avoiding underwater collisions before they happen. Intelligent Depth Control detects depth changes, alerts you to shallow water, and acts by automatically engaging Spot-Lock® and deploying your shallow water anchors.
- Added press and release pairing mode on trolling motor for easy device pairing
- Spot-Lock improvements
- Added audio tone when disabling trolling motor navigation functions while in “All Sounds” audio mode
- Bug fix to resolve possible steering oscillation after engaging Spot Lock on Ultrex QUEST.
- General trolling motor bug fixes and improvements
Advanced GPS Navigation remote control updates:
- Branding and menu updates
- UI support for Intelligent Depth Control
- Fixed an issue with Lithuanian, Russian and Swedish language menu text errors
- General remote bug fixes and improvements
Previous Package Version
Trolling Motor Updates:
- Package File v2.570 included the following Trolling Motor and Advanced GPS Navigation Remote Control updates:
- Resolved Follow the Contour cutting across contour extensions using Helix fishfinder
- Resolved Cruise Control canceling after engaging AutoPilot while in GoTo iTrack with Cruise Control on
- Removed the audible beep when Cruise Control set speed changes above 6.0 MPH or below 0.1 MPH
- Resolved prop turning off when engaging AutoPilot from select forms of navigation modes
- Improvements to error code 1.6 detection for Ultrex Quest
- General bug fix for Ulterra Quest and RT Instinct Quest
Advanced GPS Navigation Wireless Remote Control Updates:
- Wireless Remote Update v1.880 included the following updates:
- Enhanced stow/deploy and trim experience for Ulterra and RT Instinct motor
- Added 10 second inactivity time out to select remote menus and screens to optimize useability
- Reduced total update time for future remote updates (after v1.880 is installed)
- Resolved fine adjustment and rapid trim button presses not registering
- Improved button resolution using Spot Lock Jog in all directions
- Resolved remotes set to Russian language changing to different language when rebooting
Important Notes and Prerequisites
- Know before you update:
- NOTICE! To ensure a smooth update process, please keep the motor powered on until the update is fully completed. Interrupting the power supply during the update can result in system instability or data loss. It is crucial for the integrity of the update that the motor (and Minn Kota or Humminbird fish finder if using to update) remain operational throughout the entire procedure.
Download and Update Instructions
Download and Update with fish finder using WiFi:
- Power on you fish finder Unit.
- Select Home.
- Select Network + Devices
- Select Wi-Fi Updates, enable Wi-Fi, and choose your wireless network. Enter the network password if required, then connect to proceed with software updates.
- Select Network + Updates and then select Check for Updates.
- Your unit will then check for updates.
- You will now have the option to select Update All Now to update all networked devices or choose the devices you want to update. Note: We recommend keeping the software on all of your products up to date to ensure optimal performance and access to the latest features.
Minn Kota Fishing App Download and Update Instructions.
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Preparing for the Update
- Before beginning any update, ensure the following criteria are met:
The Minn Kota Fishing app on your smartphone is up to date. - (Mobile devices only) Click here to download the Minn Kota Fishing App for iOS: version 6.010
- (Mobile devices only) Click here to download the Minn Kota Fishing App for Android: version 6.010
- Before beginning any update, ensure the following criteria are met:
- The smartphone has Bluetooth enabled.
- The smartphone is paired with the trolling motor. Follow these instructions to pair the smartphone to the trolling motor.
- Enable Bluetooth on the smartphone.
- For Apple iOS - Open the “Settings” menu. Select “Bluetooth”, then select “On”. Keep the Bluetooth menu open and continue to the next procedure.
- For Google Android - Open the “Settings” menu. Select “Bluetooth”, then select “On”. Keep the Bluetooth menu open and continue to the next procedure. NOTICE: Android devices must press Scan to locate the device in the Bluetooth list.
- To pair the smartphone to the trolling motor, enable Pairing Mode on the trolling motor. Press and hold the Pair button on the Trolling Motor GPS Control Head. The trolling motor will emit a continuous tone while in Pairing Mode.
- Enable Bluetooth on the smartphone.
- Locate the trolling motor “Minn Kota Controller 4.0” in your smartphone’s Bluetooth device list. It may take a moment for the trolling motor to appear in the menu. Continue to hold the Pair button during this process.
- Once “Minn Kota Controller 4.0” appears in the Bluetooth device list, select it. The trolling motor will emit three beeps when the pairing is successfully completed, and you may release the Pair button.
- Note: If 30 seconds pass while in Pairing Mode and they do not successfully pair, an error tone (a series of short quick beeps) will sound from the trolling motor, signaling that the pairing has timed out. If unsuccessful, repeat the pairing process.
- Ensure the smartphone stays powered on and near the trolling motor during the update.
Updating Software Using Minn Kota Fishing App
- Open the Minn Kota Fishing App on the smartphone.
- Open “Network + Updates” window
- Once in Network + Updates window, the current “Minn Kota Motor 4.0 Package” version will display as “Installed Package” in white text. New Package version will display as “Available Package” in yellow text under the Minn Kota Motor 4.0 Package with the option to Download Update to the right.
- Select “Download Update” to the right of Minn Kota Motor 4.0 Package. This will download the available Package File that includes updated software for all connected trolling motor components to the mobile device. This process will happen quickly.
- Select “Transfer Software” to transfer the new Package update to the trolling motor.
- Note: Update times may vary based on the file size of the Package and the trolling motor accepting the update. This can take up to 25 minutes for the update to successfully transfer to the trolling motor.
- After the update completes the install, the trolling motor will restart and will be confirmed by 3 beeps. Finish by confirming the on-screen message that the Motor Update is complete.
- Now that the Package has transferred successfully and the motor has restarted, the Minn Kota Fishing app needs to be restarted.
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Note: Trolling motors with older Package software may require two updates to receive the newest Package. Before moving to the next step, open the Minn Kota Fishing app and confirm in Networks + Updates if a second Package update is available. This can be confirmed if the newest Available Package version is displayed in yellow text. If so, repeat steps 3-5 to apply the newest Package update.
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Note: Trolling motors with older Package software may require two updates to receive the newest Package. Before moving to the next step, open the Minn Kota Fishing app and confirm in Networks + Updates if a second Package update is available. This can be confirmed if the newest Available Package version is displayed in yellow text. If so, repeat steps 3-5 to apply the newest Package update.
- Once the trolling motor is updated with the latest version, “Up to Date” will appear next to the trolling motor components listed in the Network + Updates that have been updated.
- If a Wireless Remote Control ,“Minn Kota Remote 4.0” is paired to the trolling motor and an update is available for the remote, it would still show as “Available Update” at this point. The Wireless Remote Control update needs to be installed on the remote control itself.
Updating Minn Kota Wireless Remote Control (Minn Kota Remote 4.0)
Note: Before installing the update on the Wireless Remote Control, confirm the battery level by checking the battery gauge located in the right corner of the remote control display. If the batteries are low, we recommend replacing them before proceeding.
- Restart the Wireless Remote Control and follow the on-screen prompt to update the remote control.
- Another option is to proceed to Menu> System>Update Software to start the update process on the remote control.
- The Wireless Remote Control will display a progress bar as it is transferring the software.
- Note: Wireless Remote Control update times may vary and can take 10-15 minutes to complete.
- The Wireless Remote Control will automatically restart once software update is completed.
- Once both the trolling motor and the Wireless Remote Control are successfully updated, “Up to Date” will now appear next to all trolling motor components listed in the Network + Updates window on the Minn Kota Fishing App.
- Note: If problems occur while updating the trolling motor or Wireless Remote Control, contact Customer Service through "Request a Callback" on the Minn Kota Fishing App or submit a request here.
- If you wish to perform the update through your Minn Kota or Humminbird unit, you would follow the instructions below.
Update Instructions Using a Minn Kota or Humminbird Fish Finder
Know before you update
- NOTICE! To ensure a smooth update process, please keep the motor powered on until the update is fully completed. Interrupting the power supply during the update can result in system instability or data loss. It is crucial for the integrity of the update that the motor (and Minn Kotoa and Humminbird if using to update) remain operational throughout the entire procedure.
BEFORE YOU START
- Turn on the main power source for your compatible Minn Kota or Humminbird unit.
- Power on the trolling motor.
- Turn on the remote by pressing the Power key (on the side of the remote). If the batteries in the remote are low, you will see a Low Battery warning and the batteries should be replaced before proceeding.
- Turn on the fish finder by pressing the POWER key, and follow the on-screen prompts to start Normal mode.
- Confirm that Advanced GPS Navigation is listed as connected. It may take a minute for the equipment to be detected. you will refer to this view throughout the update. Note the current software version number shown here.
Download and Update Instructions
Using Fish Finder to Update Software:
- Download the .BIN file if you have HELIX Units and/or the .UPD file if you have APEX, A Series XPLORE, X Series or SOLIX units.
- Copy and paste the files to the SD card you plan to utilize for the update (usually called "removable drive" on your computer).
- Plug the SD card into your fish finder. The fish finder will recognize the new software. Follow the dialogue box instructions to confirm software installation.
- The software will be updated automatically to your Advanced GPS Navigation system. It may take up to two minutes for the software to be detected on the network, and the fish finder will display on-screen dialog boxes to indicate that the update is in progress. NOTE: You may notice that the Advanced GPS Navigation will disconnect and then reconnect and possibly reboot during the software update. This is part of the update process.
- When the Advanced GPS Navigation software has been updated, the new software version number will be displayed on the fish finder Network +Updates view.
- To finish, you also need to update the Advanced GPS Navigation remote by proceeding to the System>Update Software screen on the remote.
Advanced GPS Navigation Software Update
- X Series, A Series, XPLORE Series, APEX Series, and SOLIX Series Users:
- HELIX Series Users:
This update does not support the following Remotes:
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i-Pilot Link Bluetooth (BT) |
i-Pilot Link Bluetooth (BT) |
