Updating Z-Cam Firmware

Overview

This guide covers how to update firmware on Z-Cam cameras used in Move AI capture setups.

Firmware Versions

Only update to the latest tested version unless advised otherwise.

Before You Start

• Check the current firmware version in Peel Capture before proceeding
• Download and save your camera profiles as a backup — firmware updates can reset settings including EZLink configuration and camera roles

Steps

1. Download the firmware

Go to https://www.z-cam.com/resources/ and download the firmware file for your camera model.

Use version 1.0.14 unless you have been advised to use a newer version.

2. Back up camera profiles

Before applying the update, export and save your camera profiles. Firmware updates have been known to reset:

• EZLink configuration
• Camera roles

3. Check current firmware

Open Peel Capture and note the current firmware version for each camera in your session.

4. Apply the firmware update

Follow the Z-Cam web interface instructions to install the firmware file.

1. Connect the Z CAM camera to your computer using an Ethernet cable.

2. Access the camera menu and navigate to: Menu > Connect > Network > ETH Mode, then set the mode to Direct.

3. Check the camera's Ethernet IP address; the default address is 10.98.32.1

4. Open the browser on your computer and enter the URL: http://10.98.32.1/www/html/controller.html.

5. The Z CAM Web Client interface will load automatically.

6. In the client, go to:Settings > Maintenance > Others > Upgrade, then click the Upgrade button.

7. Select the target firmware file and follow the step to complete.

5. Reconfigure after update

Once the update completes, verify and restore:

• EZLink configuration
• Camera roles
• Any other custom settings that may have been reset