FAQ
TL;DR: Mio MiVue 600 not saving settings often isn’t fixed by a new battery; “the cost of replacing the battery with the courier is about PLN 120.” Service flashing may be needed. [Elektroda, u08mlap, post #16925988]
Why it matters: This FAQ helps MiVue 600 owners quickly decide whether to try resets, seek firmware tools, or book service.
Quick Facts
- Symptom set: language reverts to English, settings wipe on reboot, yet video files still record normally. [Elektroda, vcc, post #16820192]
- Standard Mio updater doesn’t work on MiVue 600; updates require special service software via PC. [Elektroda, rafaello4b, post #16834445]
- Official portal suggested in-thread didn’t list the 600 at that time. [Elektroda, u08mlap, post #16925357]
- “Only the service remains” when DIY resets don’t help, per contributor guidance. [Elektroda, rafaello4b, post #16886275]
- Reported service quote: battery replacement about PLN 120 including courier. [Elektroda, u08mlap, post #16925988]
Why does my Mio MiVue 600 reset language to English every restart?
Users reported settings reverting to English after each power cycle even after replacing the battery. Recording continued to work, which points to configuration storage or firmware issues rather than power loss alone. Try updates via service tools or contact service if resets fail. [Elektroda, vcc, post #16820192]
Will restoring factory defaults fix the settings problem?
One user performed a full reset, including a pin-hole reset, and the issue persisted. This suggests the fault lies beyond corrupted preferences. If a reset changes nothing, plan for a firmware reflash or service intervention next. [Elektroda, vcc, post #16833552]
Do I need an SD card inserted for settings to save?
No. A user tested the camera without the microSD card and settings still failed to persist. That rules out the card as the configuration store on this unit and strengthens the firmware or internal memory hypothesis. [Elektroda, vcc, post #16833552]
How do I reinstall or update MiVue 600 software?
This model updates through special service software by connecting the camera to a PC; the standard Mio updater does not apply. How-To: 1. Connect MiVue 600 to a PC via USB. 2. Launch the dedicated service tool for this model. 3. Reinstall or flash the firmware following on-screen prompts. [Elektroda, rafaello4b, post #16834445]
Where can I download MiVue 600 firmware?
A support portal shared in the thread did not cover the MiVue 600 at the time, so a public download wasn’t available there. Owners seeking firmware typically needed the model-specific service tool rather than the general updater. [Elektroda, u08mlap, post #16925357]
Is service really my only option if resets don’t help?
One contributor concluded, “Only the service remains,” after resets and basic checks. If you can’t access the service tool, booking a service visit or mail-in is the pragmatic path to restore setting retention. [Elektroda, rafaello4b, post #16886275]
How much does official battery replacement cost?
A user reported a quote of about PLN 120 including courier for battery replacement. This gives a ballpark for service logistics if you decide not to do it yourself. “They will tell you what the cost is.” [Elektroda, u08mlap, post #16925988]
What did a DIY battery swap cost in this case?
The original poster replaced the battery themselves for about PLN 30. Despite the swap, settings still didn’t save, which indicates the battery wasn’t the root cause in that unit. [Elektroda, vcc, post #16926068]
Did the original poster solve it—and how?
The OP ultimately replaced the camera with an Xblitz model, noting better night quality and lower noise. They bought their replacement batteries on Allegro, but that did not resolve the saving issue on the 600. [Elektroda, vcc, post #17709782]
Why does my MiVue 600 record videos fine but not keep preferences?
The device wrote clips correctly and even saved the last file after power-off, while settings still reset. This split behavior suggests video storage works, but configuration storage or firmware integrity does not. [Elektroda, vcc, post #16820192]
Can I use the standard Mio update method on the 600?
No. Contributors state the common Mio update path doesn’t work on the 600. It requires a specific service application with a PC connection to install or recover firmware. [Elektroda, rafaello4b, post #16834445]
I tried a pin reset and removing the SD card. What next?
Those steps were tested by a user and did not resolve the issue. When resets and SD removal fail, plan for firmware reinstallation via the service tool or arrange service. [Elektroda, vcc, post #16833552]
Who should I contact for costs or repair options?
Call the service center for model-specific guidance and a price. One user shared a phone-quoted battery replacement price including courier, which sets expectations for logistics and turnaround. [Elektroda, u08mlap, post #16925988]
