There have been some changes to the update process over time to make it easier. Please check your current version (bottom of the shoot page) to see which process applies to you.
Software Updates are free and available here: NateChrony Shop
NOTE: The conversion from a regular NateChrony v2.5 to a SteadyShot is a paid update, available here: v2.5 to SteadyShot Upgrade
You need to connect the NateChrony to an existing Wi-Fi network so that it has internet access, then you need to enter a code to update. This code is unique to your device and only valid for 7 days.
Select your current version to view the update process below:
Pre version 3.4
You will need a physical update for this older version of hardware. We recommend updating to the v2.5 NateChrony with the latest hardware.v3.4 through v5.4
These versions require a sensor block during the udpate process.- Go to the Wi-Fi page and connect to an existing Wi-Fi network
- Ensure you have a NON 0.0.0.0 address at the bottom, it is typically 192.168.1.x or similar
- Go to the setup page
- Block the front sensor (small battery, finger work well)
- Enter the update code in the Software field at the bottom of the page
- Keep the sensor blocked
- Hit set (keep sensor blocked)
- Count to 10 alligators
- Remove the sensor block
The update process will take 1-2 minutes.
v5.4 to current
These versions are much easier as no sensor block is required.- Go to the Wi-Fi page and connect to an existing Wi-Fi network
- Ensure you have a NON 0.0.0.0 address at the bottom, it is typically 192.168.1.x or similar
- Your Chrony should have a solid blue light to indicate its connected to an existing Wi-Fi network
- Go to the setup page
- Enter the update code in the Software field at the bottom of the page
- Hit set
The update process will take 1-2 minutes.
Upgrading to v7
This is a similar process to the previous one.- Go to the Wi-Fi page and connect to an existing Wi-Fi network
- Ensure you have a NON 0.0.0.0 address at the bottom, it is typically 192.168.1.x or similar
- Your Chrony should have a solid blue light to indicate its connected to an existing Wi-Fi network
- Go to the setup page
- Enter the update code in the Software field at the bottom of the page
- Hit set
The update process flashing sequence: - The device will reboot - 3 white flashes
- 1 blue / green = steadyshot check
- 2 blue / green = update success (red = fail, reach out & we’ll help)
- The device will then reboot with the new software
- Reboot = 3 white flashes
- 1 blue / green = steadyshot check
It will then be either: - 2 blue / green = wifi check
- Long pause with no light, for 2-3 minutes then blue
- Solid blue, update success
- Connect to the Chrony and use it
or - Solid white
- Connect to the Chrony, you will get an “oops error” page
- Enter your Wi-Fi details, hit set
- It will reboot and complete the update as above taking 2-3 minutes
Last Updated: 2025-07-25 08:22:16 +1000 AEST