XPLORE Family Software Update - 6.090

Updated April 28, 2026 14:00

CURRENT VERSION - 6.090

RELEASED DATE - April 28, 2026

Affected Models:

(412000-1) XPLORE 9 CMSI+
(412000-1CHO) XPLORE 9 CMSI+ CHO

(412010-1) XPLORE 10 CMSI+
(412010-1CHO) XPLORE 10 CMSI+ CHO

(412020-1) XPLORE 12 CMSI+
(412020-1CHO) XPLORE 12 CMSI+ CHO

JUMP TO: 6.090 General Update Notes | New and Updated Features Introduced with Version 6.090 | Important Notes and Prerequisites | Download and Update Instructions | Software Update

New and Updated Features Introduced with Version 6.090

Media Tool
The all-new XPLORE Series Media Tool provides content capturing and transfer ability to enable quick and easy sharing of everything Humminbird Imaging reveals under the water.

Easily save and transfer screenshots and screen recordings to your phone via the One Boat Network App, so your best on-water moments are always ready to share.
Record the imaging on your screen 30 seconds in the past, or up to two minutes into the future, ensuring you’re always ready to capture fish, structure, or hooksets.
Watch recordings on your fish finder or transfer to phone for viewing and editing allowing for a seamless
viewing experience.
Effortlessly share content to social media, so you can show friends and family how your Humminbird Imaging helps you stay on the fish.

Click here to learn more about the Screen Capture and Medial Tool features.

Network+Updates Tool
Spend less time updating your electronics and spend more time fishing.

Easily connect your Humminbird or Minn Kota products and the One Boat Network app to configure and use all Humminbird and Minn Kota products together on your boat.

Future Features (after updating to 6.090):
Important: To receive the following software feature improvements, users MUST download 6.090 on all products on the boat. Once 6.090 is installed on all relevant units, users will then be able to leverage the following features with the next software update:

Wi-Fi Updates: Update your Humminbird and Minn Kota products (trolling motors and shallow water anchors)
using Wi-Fi from a single Humminbird fish finder. Updates via SD Card and the One Boat Network app

6.090 General Update Notes

The overall performance and functionality of XPLORE units has been improved.

CHART/NAVIGATION
Fixed an issue with i-Pilot Link and Advanced GPS Navigation trolling motor function presentation on the Chart View.
Added +/- 30 degree offset to NMEA 2000 heading sources.
Updated the “i-Track: Backtrack” menu in Instrument Views.
Updated the Navionics Plotter Sync feature.
Updated the GPS Tool.

WAYPOINT, ROUTES, and TRACK MANAGEMENT

Synced the My Data Waypoints, Routes, and Tracks filters with the Chart View. Filters now affect waypoints,
routes, and tracks in the My Data Tool and the Chart View.

MEGA Live 2

Improved marking waypoints on Live Sonar views when they are in a “zoomed in” mode.

SONAR 2D | DI | SI

Updated the functionality of the sonar pinging on/off toggle in the Top Bar of Sonar Views.
Fixed an issue with the “Local Transducer Disabled” pop-up menu.
Updated the Sonar Recording Tool.
Improved the functionality of Standby Mode on fish finders that do not have a transducer locally connected.
Updated the functionality of MEGA 360 while using “pinch to zoom”.

SYSTEM

Fixed an issue with the touchscreen and sonar interference on the XPLORE units.
Improved an issue with Dometic digital switching and engine gauges.
Fixed an issue with software version reporting during network syncing.
Improved connectivity between iOS devices (for use with the One Boat Network App) and XPLORE units.
Updated the Engine Sidebar Widget.
Updated the Fuel Tool.
Updated the Timer Tool.
Updated the Trip Log Tool.
Updated the Alarms Tool

Important Notes and Prerequisites

Important 6.090 Update Information

NOTICE! Keep the unit powered on until the update is complete to avoid instability or data loss.

Ensure the following accessory software versions (or newer) are installed for compatibility with version 6.090. These accessory updates are also included in the 6.090 file.
- MEGA Live: V1.320
- MEGA Live 2: V2.200
- MEGA Live TargetLock: V1.210
- i-Pilot Link (Bluetooth): V1.440
- Advanced GPS Navigation:
  - Package: V2.550
  - Controller: V2.510
- RAPTOR: V2.040
- TALON: V2.020
DO NOT turn off the unit during the update!
Use a Class 10 SD or Micro SD card (max 32GB) with 300 MB of free space.
Remove any other cards (e.g., LakeMaster, Navionics) before updating.
After installing the update, the factory recovery will be updated to the current version, and you cannot revert to previous versions.
Defaults will be restored upon installation of the update.

Download and Update Instructions

Software Download Instructions

Save the .up2 file to your PC (this will most likely be saved in your Downloads folder) and move the .up2 file to your SD card.

Connect the SD card to your computer and ensure it is detected.
Open File Explorer
Locate the update file in your Downloads section (see example below)
Example:
Cut/copy and paste the desired files from your computer to your SD card. You can also drag and drop items.
- Tip: If you use the “Cut and Paste” method, the files will only be saved on your SD card, freeing up space on your local disk.
- If you use the “Copy and Paste” method, you’ll get a duplicate of the chosen files, keeping a backup on your computer.
Once the file has successfully saved on your card, safely disconnect your SD card.

Software Update Instructions

NOTICE! Keep the unit powered on until the update is complete to avoid instability or data loss.

Before you begin: make sure to remove any other card that may be present, such as a LakeMaster, Zero Lines, Navionics, etc., from the unit before initializing the new update.

Two Methods to Update:

Method 1: Automatic file recognition, recommended if you want to update you unit immediately.

Method 2: Update later from the Files Widget

Update Method 1

Power on your XPLORE and follow the on-screen prompts to start in Normal Mode
Insert the SD or Micro SD card containing the update file(s) into the control head card slot.
A dialog box will display to start the software update as shown below.
Select Install to begin the software update.
- If you wish to update later, select Cancel, and follow steps in Method 2 when you are ready to update.
Your XPLORE will restart automatically upon completion.

Update Method 2

With software update card already in the unit, power on and follow the on-screen prompts to start in Normal Mode.
Press the HOME key
Select the Tools widget from the Home Screen.
Tap the Software Updates icon.
From the Software Update tab, scroll to This Unit
Confirm that the most current version of software is selected from the list. Select Install Now