Setting the date and time on a MiVue M5xx-series

Setting the date and time on a MiVue M5xx-series

Setting the date and time
To ensure the accuracy of recorded date and time, make sure you set both before recording.

  1. Make sure the MicroSD card is inserted.
  2. Remove the protective cap.
  3. Connect your device to the PC and turn it on.
  4. The MiVue M5xx-series will be recognised as an external storage device.
  5. Open the Time.txt file from the root directory of the MicroSD card.
  6. Enter the correct date and time:
    Date: YYYY/MM/DD (i.e. 2013/12/16)
    Time: hh:mm:ss (i.e. 13:54:42).
  7. Change the setting value of UPDATE from N to Y. Otherwise, your changes will not be saved.
  8. Close the Time.txt file, and click Save.
  9. For the changes to take effect, restart the recorder with the MicroSD card inserted.

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