Updates & Downloads

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VIRB software version 4.00

as of February 27, 2015

Use Garmin Express to install this file.

(51.91 MB)

View system requirements

Notes:

• WARNING: If this software is uploaded to a device other than that for which it is designed, you will not be able to operate that device.
• If attempts to upload software fail, you may need to return the device to Garmin® for service.

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Change History

Changes made from version 3.90 to 4.00:

• Added support for acceleration greater than 4g
• Added support for mobile app improvements
• Fixed issue with losing GPX logs when taking a photo while recording video
• Fixed issue with missing accelerometer calibrations causing bad acceleration data to be recorded
• Fixed some translations
• Fixed several issues that could cause the camera to crash

Changes made from version 3.80 to 3.90:

• Added 15, 20, and 25 second photo timer options
• Improvements to better synchronize overlay data with video
• Fixed issue with basic units that showed the year as 2013
• Fixed issue with reverting to internal microphone after reboot

Changes made from version 3.70 to 3.80:

• Fixed issue with slow boot-to-record times when using non-English languages
• Remember A/V cable preferences across power cycles

Changes made from version 3.20 to 3.70:

• Added live streaming of viewfinder over Composite Video cable
• Added support for PAL video modes (SETUP > VIDEO > Format > PAL)
• Elite Only: Improved Mode presentation when Wi-Fi is enabled
• Elite Only: Fixed issue with temperature sensor data
• Elite Only: Fixed issue with auto-record when card is full

Changes made from version 3.10 to 3.20:

• Elite Only: Added support for ANT+ power meters

Changes made from version 2.80 to 3.10:

• Enables support for smartphone app - available now on the App Store and Google Play Store
• Fixes potential lock up during video playback
• Fixes potential crash when inserting HDMI cable
• Fixes potential lock up when powering off
• Elite Only: Adds support for more ANT cadence sensors
• Elite Only: Fixes bug in accelerometer recordings when set to 'This Side Down'

Changes made from version 2.50 to 2.80:

• Improved software reliability
• Improved photo capture performance
• Fixed intermittent issue with entering mass storage
• Elite Only: Improved ANT sensor stability
• Elite Only: Fixed issue with Daylight Savings Time

Changes made from version 2.30 to 2.50:

• Note: Your VIRB will update the next time it is powered on. Do not power off while green light is flashing.
• Improves Video Quality

System requirements

1. IBM-compatible PC running Windows 2000 or later operating system and an available USB port.

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