Vicovation Vico-Opia2 Car Camcorder Firmware 2.1G Download

Posted at November 21, 2024 by PCI-DB Team

Vicovation Vico-Opia2 Car Camcorder Firmware 2.1G Description

Improvement::

- Debug Tawain overspeed camera warning display error after GPS connect.
Note: No need to upgrade if you don’t have optional GPS installed.

SPECIAL NOTICE:

As a friendly reminder that you don't have to download each version of the the firmware and upgrade on your device one by one. Only the latest version is required.
Please be aware the device might be broken if power down during upgrading. Please be careful about the charger. The original charger is highly recommended for upgrade, better in car environment with power on situation. If you upgrade at home, please aware of the power adaptor can provide sufficient 5V/1A output. Please avoid using mobile phone USB charger which offer less than 5V/1A output. Insufficient power supply might lead to upgrade failure.

Upgrade Steps:

STEP1: Please make sure the file you downloaded is v2.1G with instruction manual. File name: sd_vico_OP2.bin. The file size is about 30MB.
STEP2: Copy sd_vico_OP2.bin into your Micro SD card. (Special Notice: Do Not put into any folder, just the root of your Micro SD card)
STEP3: Insert the Micro SD card into Vico-Opia2, power on by USB cigar car charger in car. Auto recording will be activated normally after power-on. And press UPPER key button to enter the MENU → System
STEP 4: (IMPORTANT STEP) In the system menu, choose SW Upgrade and press “OK” Then choose “Yes” and press “OK”
STEP5: Screen will show Updating. Please wait for 10 seconds. DO NOT power off Opia2 while upgrading. Device will show confirmation display and reboot automatically after upgrading successfully.

About Digital Camera Firmware:

Updating to a newer firmware version than the one already installed on your camera can improve the device’s overall performance and stability, resolve various issues, and add support for newly developed features or enhance existing ones.

On the other hand, downgrading the camera’s firmware can recover its functionality in the unlikely event the currently installed version is faulty or the device’s performance dropped after an upgrade. However, bear in mind that applying an earlier build might not always be possible.

It is recommended that changing the camera’s firmware be performed when the new release resolves an issue that your device has been encountering, or adds a new feature (or enhances an existing one) that could prove useful for you.

This process isn’t intended to be destructive, but still, it’s best to save all your personal data and configurations before applying a different firmware. Moreover, make sure that the battery is fully charged and don’t use the camera’s buttons while the installation is in progress.

When it comes to the update method, usually, you must copy the firmware file onto a compatible memory card, insert it into the camera, and browse from the menu to the device’s update section.

However, each device has various ways to enter the update mode and particular steps that should be taken for a successful upgrade, therefore make sure you read the product’s installation guide.

That being said, if you consider that this firmware improves your device in any way, then hit the download button and get the desired version; if not, check with our website as often as possible so that you don’t miss the update that will boost your camera’s performance. 

  It is highly recommended to always use the most recent driver version available.

Try to set a system restore point before installing a device driver. This will help if you installed an incorrect or mismatched driver. Problems can arise when your hardware device is too old or not supported any longer.

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