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Firmware Update Procedure for RX-Z11

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October, 2009

Subject: RX-Z11 Firmware Update Version N0145

Yamaha is pleased to offer the following firmware update to ensure the best

possible performance and features for your Yamaha DSP-Z11/RX-Z11 AV Receiver.

This firmware improves network functionality, DSP decoding, and HDMI repeater

capability.

Requirement:

A USB thumb drive

(Supports USB Mass Storage Class with capacity over 16Mbytes)

CHECK THE UNIT’S FIRMWARE VERSION PRIOR TO THIS UPDATE

The firmware version consists of a letter followed by 4 numbers [ex. “N0145”].

If the 4 numbers in the firmware version are 0145 or higher, you DO NOT need to

perform this update.

How to check your firmware version:

Press and hold the [FUNCTION] knob on the front panel and keep it pressed while

you press the [STANDBY/ON] button. Once the front panel displays "Advance

Setup", release the [FUNCTION] knob. Then, press and hold the [SPEAKER A]

button for about 3 seconds until front panel display shows the firmware version.

See “Version Confirmation” section for details.

The following pages contain the firmware update instructions for Yamaha AV

receiver RX-Z11. The outline of the update is as follows:

1. Copy the downloaded firmware to an empty USB thumb drive.

2. Insert USB thumb drive to the AV receiver and power on.

3. Enter firmware update mode.

4. Confirm updated firmware version.

< IMPORTANT NOTICE >

Do not attempt to update your Yamaha receiver using any other data file except those provided

directly from the Yamaha website.

Follow the instructions carefully and do not attempt any other procedures not specified in the

instructions provided by Yamaha.

Improperly updated products may cause improper operation, and any parts or service required

to restore proper operation will not be covered under the Yamaha Limited Warranty.

Summary of content (5 pages)

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Firmware Update Procedure for RX-Z11 October, 2009 Subject: RX-Z11 Firmware Update Version N0145 Yamaha is pleased to offer the following firmware update to ensure the best possible performance and features for your Yamaha DSP-Z11/RX-Z11 AV Receiver. This firmware improves network functionality, DSP decoding, and HDMI repeater capability.
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Firmware Update Procedure for RX-Z11 Firmware Update Procedure: STEP1 Download and copy the firmware file into a USB thumb drive. Using your computer, copy or Drag & Drop the firmware file “RXZ11-0145.bin” into the root folder of your USB thumb drive. (Note: It is recommend that you DO NOT store any other files or folders in the USB drive during this firmware update) Drag & Drop the file into USB drive. RXZ11-0145.bin BIN File 8,383KB MASTER ON/OFF PROGRAM USB Port STEP2 Master power off the unit.
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Firmware Update Procedure for RX-Z11 MASTER ON/OFF SPEAKERS B USB Port STEP5 Enter USB Firmware Update mode. Press and hold [SPEAKERS B] button for about 3 seconds. “USB FirmUpdate Push SP.B key!” will appear on the front panel display. STEP6 Start firmware update. Press the [SPEAKERS B] button again. Firmware Update in progress DO NOT interrupt the power or the buttons during the update. When “UPDATE OK” appears on the display, firmware update is completed.
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Firmware Update Procedure for RX-Z11 Version Confirmation MASTER ON/OFF PROGRAM SPEAKERS A STEP9 Enter “ADVANCED SETUP” mode. While pressing the [PROGRAM] knob, press (and release) the [MASTER ON/OFF] button and keep pressing the [PROGRAM] knob until “ADVANCED SETUP” appears on the front panel display. STEP10 Enter “VERSION/SUM” display mode. Press and hold [SPEAKERS A] button for about 3 seconds. VERSION and SUM will appear on the front panel display.
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Firmware Update Procedure for RX-Z11 Troubleshooting Case#1 Instead of “UPDATE OK”, “FirmUpdate, push MENU key” appeared on the display. This occurs when the program area of the update data inside the USB thumb drive is partially corrupted. To recover, 1. Unplug the USB thumb drive from the Z11 and copy the update data again. 2. Insert the USB thumb drive in the USB terminal on the front panel. 3. Start firmware update by pressing the [MENU] button. 4.