2026

This article lists announcements related to the Generation 2 AWAC for 2026. It is updated throughout the year whenever new firmware or other important information is released, making it easy to stay informed about updates for your instrument.

Release notes

For a full overview of new features and fixes related to new firmware and software releases, please refer to the release notes. For firmware the release notes can be found on the software and firmware download page together with the firmware. Software release notes can be found under the Software tab within the software.

May

13.05.26 A new version of Nortek Deployment (2.10.57) is released: Nortek software download webpage / Microsoft Store.

April

09.04.26

A new version of Nortek Deployment (2.10.50) is released: Nortek software download webpage / Microsoft Store

3D calibration is now supported in the software. For details about compass calibration, please refer to our article Compass calibration

15.04.26

A new firmware version has been released (9002_5): Nortek firmware download page.

💡Update required! All users are recommended to update to the latest firmware version to ensure optimal performance. For some instruments, a 3D calibration will be required after the firmware update to ensure correct heading and direction measurements. The latest version of Nortek Deployment software will indicate if this applies to your instrument. 

If your are unsure or require assistance, please contact your Nortek representative or support team.

March

05.03.26 A new version of the Integrators guide is released: Integrators Guide

February

11.02.26 A new version of Nortek Deployment (2.10.37) is released: Nortek software download webpage / Microsoft Store
23.02.26 A new endbell connector configuration is available. You can now choose to have 6-pin for Ethernet communication together with both an 8-pin connector for Serial communication and a 2-pin connector for battery. This allows you to communicate with the instrument over serial while powering it with an external battery. For more information please contact your local Nortek sales representative.

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