Sony HXR-NX3/VG1 NXCAM Camcorder Firmware 2.10 for Mac OS

Applicable system software version

The applicable products are with the system software versions less than “Ver.2.00”. After updating, the system software version will be “Ver.2.10”.

System software update

1. Download the update file

Please save the downloaded file onto the Desktop of your computer (recommended).

2. Start up Firmware Updater

Please close all other application software before updating the system software .

Double-click downloaded file to start up Firmware Updater

3. Connect the camera to the computer

Camera power on by AC adapter.

Note: Never power off until finish the upgrading.

Connect the camera to the computer with the USB cable.

Select Update on the camera screen.

After confirm “Mass Storage Connected” is displayed on the camera screen, click the [Next] button on Firmware Updater.

4. Check if the update is required

Click the [Next] button to check version.

After confirming the current version on the screen, click the [Next] button.

5. Reset the camera

Note: Please keep the USB cable connected even after stopping the USB connection on the computer with the above operation.

Touch [OK] on LCD to reset camera body, after then Click the [NEXT] button.

Note: Don’t push [RESET] button on the camera, please proceed to the next step.

6. Start the update

After resetting, reconnection of the camera is verified, and the “Run the update” screen appears.

Click the [Run] button to start the update. The progress bar appears while updating (approximately 5 minutes).

Note: Never turn off the camera nor disconnect the USB cable while upgrading.

7. Complete the update

When the update is completed, the “Finish the update” screen appears.

Click the [Finish] button and disconnect the USB cable.

Note: After finished the update, turn off the camera, remove the AC adaptor, and then turn on the camera again.

8. Check the system software version

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.