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    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "latest%20firmware%20for%20the%20zoom%20podtrak%204%20next"
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "The latest firmware for the Zoom PodTrak P4 is **System Version 1.40**, released in **March 2023**. ([zoomcorp.com](https://zoomcorp.com/documents/3320/P4_System_Software_Version_History_140_en.pdf?utm_source=openai))\n\nHere\u2019s what\u2019s included and how to update:\n\n---\n\n### \ud83d\udee0 What\u2019s Fixed/Improved in Version 1.40\n\n- Addresses an issue where, after a brief power interruption during operation, the unit sometimes wouldn't restart even after pressing the POWER switch. ([zoomcorp.com](https://zoomcorp.com/documents/3320/P4_System_Software_Version_History_140_en.pdf?utm_source=openai))  \n- Continues to include all prior fixes:\n  - Version 1.30: Fixed write errors with SDHC cards. ([zoomcorp.com](https://zoomcorp.com/documents/3320/P4_System_Software_Version_History_140_en.pdf?utm_source=openai))  \n  - Version 1.20: Corrected how dates appear for recordings on SDXC cards, adjusted battery level calculations, and added support for updated electronic parts. ([zoomcorp.com](https://zoomcorp.com/documents/3320/P4_System_Software_Version_History_140_en.pdf?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n### \ud83d\udd27 How to Update\n\n1. Visit the official Zoom PodTrak P4 support page. ([zoomcorp.com](https://zoomcorp.com/en/us/podtrak-recorders/podcast-recorders/podtrak-p4/podtrak-p4-support/?utm_source=openai))  \n2. Download the ZIP file for System Version 1.40. ([zoomcorp.com](https://zoomcorp.com/en/us/podtrak-recorders/podcast-recorders/podtrak-p4/podtrak-p4-support/?utm_source=openai))  \n3. Extract the firmware file from the ZIP.\n4. Copy the firmware file onto an SD card.  \n5. Follow the instructions in the **Firmware Update Guide** (also available from Zoom) to update the P4. ([zoomcorp.com](https://zoomcorp.com/media/documents/P4_Firmware_Update_Guide_E.pdf?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\nIf by \u201cPodTrak 4 next\u201d you meant **PodTrak P4next**\u2014a newer model announced in late 2025\u2014please confirm, and I can pull up its most recent firmware details separately. ([mixonline.com](https://www.mixonline.com/technology/news-products/zoom-announces-podtrak-p4next-multitrack-recorder?utm_source=openai))"
    }
]