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How Do I Update My Dash Cam Firmware?

This article walks you through three methods to update your Dash Cam firmware: SD card, Nextbase App, and MyNextbase Player (Series 2 only).

Updated over a week ago

Update using SD card (PC/Mac)

  1. Download latest firmware from your Dash Cam's support page.

  2. Format your SD card on computer.

  3. Copy the .bin file from the Firmware Folder to the root

  4. Insert SD card into powered-off Dash Cam.

  5. Plug in power – update starts automatically.

Update using Nextbase App

  1. Connect Dash Cam to Nextbase App, this should show as Connected on the Homepage.

  2. Select More.

  3. Select Firmware Update.

Update using MyNextbase Player (Series 2 only)

  1. Install MyNextbase Player on computer.

  2. Connect Dash Cam via USB.

  3. Select Firmware Update on Dash Cam.

  4. Click Update Dash Cam in MyNextbase Player.

Extra tips

  • Keep your Dash Cam plugged into stable power supply during updates.

  • Use official Nextbase SD cards for reliable updates.

  • Check your Firmware Version in the app after an update, to make sure it has completed correctly.

Troubleshooting

  • If your update fails, format your SD card and try the update again.

  • If there is no option to update, check that you are using the correct updating method for your device model.

  • If the Firmware update gets stuck mid-update, wait 10 minutes, power cycle if needed.

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