GC3

Firmware

GC3 Firmware

The GC3 and Launch Pro device requires the device to be connect to the internet in order to download and install the firmware update. This is not done through a computer through a manually initiated download and installation.

CURRENT RELEASE: v2.10.0.4

GC3 & Launch Pro Firmware Update Guide

Release Date:

December 20th, 2024

Changes:

GC3 & Launch Pro Firmware v2.8.0.18

Bug Fixes and Optimizations

Previous GC3 & LP Firmware Changes by Version

GC3 & Launch Pro Firmware v2.8.0.18

Fixed issue with devices showing W33/V24 asserts on boot up.
Fixed LaunchPro splash screen freezes seen after FW update
Fixes issues with removing and hot swapping Ethernet cables on the device
Fixed LaunchPro splash screen appearing on the GC3
Fixed FSX Play ball positioning is off when ball is placed in the left hand zone
New Bluetooth debugging features

GC3 & Launch Pro Firmware v2.2.0.13

Revamped accelerometer. The PLM was displaying averaged, uncorrected values. The fix displays the fully smoothed/averaged, compensated and offset values
Resolved issue with error codes
GC3/LPs now send a handedness change event to the host App when the handedness changes by a button press
Battery consumption was reporting 1/2 the actual consumption rate. This has been resolved to show the actual consumption rate.
Resolved issue with manual firmware update

GC3 & Launch Pro Firmware v2.0.3.6

Restored USB Function For Users Which Lost Connection Due To Windows Update
Misc Minor Bug Fixes

GC3 & Launch Pro Firmware v1.17.0.94

Update: Barometer Can Now Be Enabled (Select Enable/Disable From Device LCD Settings)
Update: Ball Data - Spin Axis Data Unlocked Without Subscription Required.

GC3 & Launch Pro Firmware v1.16.0.93

Updated: Purchased Club Addon - When Purchased, Club Data Fields will Display Without Subscription
Resolved: Memory Bug
Improvements: Firmware Update Efficiency

GC3 & Launch Pro Firmware v1.15.0.92

New Feature: Battery Calibration Health Check on Boot
- Detects bad calibrations from older or current releases after FW update
Fixed calibration mode log spamming
Fixed calibration edge case condition where the unit would shut down due to low charge percentage before presenting the START button.

GC3 & Launch Pro Firmware v1.14.4.91

Improvement in use for outdoor & yellow ball/tall grass
User initiated battery calibration (Helpful Guide - https://help.foresightsports.com/hc/en-us/articles/20497705234323)
More low battery power remaining warnings
improvements to the FW updating process

GC3 & Launch Pro Firmware v1.13.0.87

Updated Online Validation Notice Function
Updated Subscription Management Function
Improved Device Memory Function
Improved Battery Info Message
Improved WiFi Management Functionality

GC3 & Launch Pro Firmware v1.11.8.84

Improved Club Marker Function
Improved Display Presentation Of Long SSID Names
Added Locked Icon To Represent Connection To Locked Networks
Improved Network Handling
Misc Internal Facing Operations Updates
Misc Bug Fixes

GC3 & Launch Pro Firmware v1.9.0.77

Further Function Developed For GC3 Lite
Various Backend Improvements

GC3 & Launch Pro Firmware v1.8.2.76

Enabled Ball Only Function for GC3 Lite
Additional Improvements for Ball Lock In Far Corners Of Hitting Zone
Updated FSX LIVE Function For Data Reporting To Customer Portal

GC3 & Launch Pro Firmware v1.7.0.73

Substantial Improvement To The Ball Lock/Unlock Function.
- Resolved Unlock Occurrence During Club Swing
Bug Fix For Rare Crash On Ball Lock.

GC3 & Launch Pro Firmware v1.6.0.72

Improved USB Connection Communication Times
Improved WiFi Connection & Validation Process
Improved Ball Lock & Shot Capture Function

GC3 & Launch Pro Firmware v1.5.0.2

Critical Backend Update

GC3 & Launch Pro Firmware v1.4.1.70

Resolved, Improved, & Optimized Several Concerns Related To The Device’s Accelerometer
Resolved, Improved & Optimized Wi-Fi Capabilities
Resolved Incorrect LCD Data Page Behavior
Improved Device Shot Processing
Optimized Battery “Charging” Flag

GC3 & Launch Pro Firmware v1.4.0

Improved Ball Lock Function.
Launch Pro Basic and Silver subscription feature unlocks for:
- Ball Spin Axis.
- Club Data.
- Barometer.
Club Speed Now Shown As A Decimal.
Improved WiFi Function.
LCD Menu Disappears
Bug Fix: Improved Handling If Device Function Freezes For Any Reason.
Improved Battery Reporting & Charging Function

GC3 & Launch Pro Firmware v1.3.15.68:

Fix For The Ball Lockup Issue
Fix For The B4 Error
Numerous WiFi Function Updates
Bluetooth On/Off Switch
Fix For The Real Time Clock Function

Included Updates From Previous Releases:

Improved USB Connection Function
Improved Ethernet Connection Function
Improved WiFi Connection Function
Improved Accelerometer Function
Improved Temperature Function

Please Note: The continued use of old software/firmware or reversion of software/firmware is not recommended unless specifically requested by a service representative.

GC3 User Manual

FSX Subscription Software Resources

Applications

Hardware Diagnostic Tool (HDT)

The Hardware Diagnostic Tool (HDT) can assist to perform the following functions:

Confirm device is functional and communicating to the FSS Server correctly.
Review basic device status codes related to recently encountered issues (listed section 2)
Perform multiple tasks related to Technical Support & Troubleshooting:
- Save Shots related to Missed/ Incorrect Data
- Produce and Save Device Log File

Download Hardware Diagnostic Tool (HDT) v1.2.0.2

Release Date:

June 11th, 2024

Additional Resources

IMPORTANT NOTICE: FSX Subscription Users & Launch Pro Device Users should contact Bushnell Technical Support, as their primary point of contact:

ONLINE: Request Bushnell Support

PHONE: 800.423.3537

GC3 Firmware Update

The GC3 has two methods available to update your devices firmware. Please see the guide to walk you through both.

GC3 Firmware Update Guide

GC3 Network Connection Guide

How to connect the GC3 to a Network via WiFi or Ethernet (LAN)

GC3 Network Connection Guide

GC3 WiFi Network Guide

How to connect the GC3 to a Local Wireless Network (WIFI)

GC3 Wireless Network Connection Guide

GC3 LAN Network (ETHERNET) Guide

How to connect the GC3 to a Local LAN Network (ETHERNET)

GC3 LAN Network (ETHNERNET) Connection Guide

GC3 Device Registrion Guide

The GC3 Will Require Device Registration To Begin Use. Please See This Guide To Walk You Through The Process.

GC3 Device Registration

Launch Pro Device Registrion Guide

The Launch Pro Will Require Device Registration To Begin Use. Please See This Guide To Walk You Through The Process.

Launch Pro Device Registration

GC3 Connection Types & Related Applications

The GC3 supports multiple types of connections to Network and External Application. Please see this guide to reference all supported connection types and their related application.

GC3 Connection Types & Related Applications

Setting up Offline Hours

Please view this guide if you are having trouble activating a course or license for software online.

License Validation Failure - Activation Error Message

GC3 Device Menu Navigation

The GC3 Menu is very robust. Please see this guide to understand the details of UI Navigation.

GC3 Device Menu Navigation

GC3 WiFi Trouble Shooting

The GC3 WiFi offers quick network connection for your GC3 Device. Please see this guide to assist should you experience issues with your WiFi Connection.

GC3 Wifi Network Trouble Shooting