2019 DashCam Firmware Update Guide

Target Model and Firmware Version

Target models Target firmware versions Updated versions
DRV-A501W 7.8 or earlier 7.9

Checking the Firmware Version

  1. Press the [OK] button to stop recording video.
  2. Press and hold the [PROTECT] button and the [MENU] button for 3 seconds to "System Info" appears.
  3. Check the version.

Creating the Update Media

  1. Download the Updates from the Web site.
  2. Decompress the downloaded file.
  3. Copy the decompressed file to the top of hierarchy in microSD card.

Updating the Program

Precautions

  • Do not turn off the power of the device, start the engine of the vehicle, or remove the SD card during the update.
  1. Turn off the power of device by turning off the ignition of the vehicle.
  2. Insert the SD card in the device.
  3. Turn on the power of device by turning on the ignition of the vehicle.
    The device will automatically show the "Firmware updating?" on the screen.
  4. Press the [OK] button to start the firmware update.
  5. The device will automatically show "Firmware updating... Do not disconnect power !" on the screen.
    When the firmware update has been finished, the device will restart automatically.