CURRENT VERSION - 2.200
RELEASED DATE - April 28, 2026
Affected Models:
(710310-1) MEGA Live 2
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2.200 General Update Notes
- Improvements to the MEGA Live 2 software update process.
- Improvements to MEGA Live 2 Display Mode detection of Down, Forward, and Landscape modes.
Important Notes and Prerequisites
Know before you update
NOTICE! Keep the transducer powered on until the update is complete to avoid instability or data loss.
- Head unit software MUST be installed BEFORE installing any accessory software.
- DO NOT power the unit off during the update!
Recommended Settings
For the best image from MEGA Live 2 in most water conditions use the default settings:
Dynamic Contrast: Balanced
Sensitivity*: 10
Contrast**: 10
If you are in shallow water or if you’re experiencing clutter on your screen try:
Dynamic Contrast: High
Sensitivity*: 10
Contrast**: 10
If you are in deeper water and are looking for increased bait tracking performance try:
Dynamic Contrast: Low
Sensitivity*: 10
Contrast**: 10
*Sensitivity will decrease or increase the apparent signal strength of all of the returns on the screen. Always start at 10 and then increase or decrease as needed.
**Contrast will decrease or increase the separation in apparent signal strength between stronger and weaker returns. Lower contrast values will help when trying to track smaller baits or targets while Higher contrast values will help remove clutter from the screen.
Download and Update Instructions (revised on 4/29/2026)
Update via Humminbird
After installing the latest update to your compatible Humminbird unit, the most recent software for MEGA Live 2 will be available to update.
IMPORTANT: In certain cases, the MEGA Live 2 update must be completed using an SD or Micro SD Card. When a card is required, follow he SD card preparation steps below before starting the update. The on-unit update process remains the same regardless of the update method.
If an SD Card is Required (Preparation)
- You will need a Class 10 SD or Micro SD (model dependent) no larger than 32GB, with 70 MB of available space.
- Download the update file to your SD or Micro SD card.
- Insert the card with the new MEGA Live 2 Software into your Huminbird unit
Updating the MEGA Live 2
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Go to the Network + Devices tool on the Home Screen
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Select the Network + Updates tab, choose the MEGA Live 2 update from the list and select Update Now.
- Once the Update begins, the status will change to Update in Progess and a progress bar will appear.
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This process could take up to 8 minutes!
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When the update is complete the progress bar will disappear sand the new software version will be displayed. Confirm that the software is updated on the Home/Network/Network Info menu.
- Remove the SD or Micro SD card with the update from your unit once the update is complete.
Update via One Boat Network App
Please visit this link for update instructions using the One Boat Network App and head to the section called Manage Network & Update Software.
