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TF5/ TF3/ TF1/TF-RACK/NY64-D Firmware Update Guide 1

TF5/TF3/TF1/TF-RACK/NY64-D Firmware Update Guide

Thank you for choosing a Yamaha product.

This guide explains how to update the TF series (TF5, TF3, TF1 and TF-RACK) and the NY64-D firmware.

■ Precautions (Please be sure to read this section first!)

・ The user assumes full responsibility for the update.

・ Please note that the device may be damaged if you fail to follow these instructions properly, or turn off the

device or operate any control/function while the update is in progress.

・ If the update fails, and the device still does not operate correctly even after you execute the update once again,

please contact your Yamaha dealer.

・ Yamaha Corporation owns exclusive copyrights for the TF series firmware, its update program, and the update

guide.

・ It is prohibited to duplicate or modify the firmware, software or guides, in part or in their entirety, without

permission from the copyright owner.

・ The screen shots in this guide are for use with this update procedure only and may be different from the actual

screen shots.

・ The company names and product names in this document are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their

respective companies.

Summary of content (10 pages)

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TF5/TF3/TF1/TF-RACK/NY64-D Firmware Update Guide Thank you for choosing a Yamaha product. This guide explains how to update the TF series (TF5, TF3, TF1 and TF-RACK) and the NY64-D firmware. ■ Precautions (Please be sure to read this section first!) ・ The user assumes full responsibility for the update. ・ Please note that the device may be damaged if you fail to follow these instructions properly, or turn off the device or operate any control/function while the update is in progress.
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■ Checking the version number You can check the TF main firmware and the NY64-D firmware version numbers from the Version field in the ABOUT screen of the SYSTEM SETUP screen. ■ Preparing for the update The following items are necessary for the update procedure. ● Formatted (FAT32) USB flash drive with 1GB free space In the TF series, memory of 4GB or larger will be formatted in FAT32. For the formatting procedure, refer to “TF5/TF3/TF1/TF-RACK Reference Manual.
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■ Updating the TF series/NY64-D firmware Instructions for updating the TF series firmware and the NY64-D firmware are given below. Both firmware files (compressed) must be downloaded, and must be expanded prior to updating. In addition, be sure to disconnect all cables from the PRIMARY/SECONDARY connector of the NY64-D. 1. Connect the USB flash drive (formatted in FAT32) to the USB connector of your computer. 2. Copy the “TF_updater_v***.
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After finishing the file transfer, the TF series reboots, and the splash screen is shown. The UPDATE window appears. NOTE - When a NY64-D is installed to the expansion slot, the NY64-D firmware update file in the USB flash drive will necessarily open the UPDATE window regardless the version of the firmware update file. - When updating the TF series firmware from V1.xx to V2.50 or later, the NY64-D firmware update requires updating of the TF series firmware.
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8. If you need to update the NY64-D, touch the “Update” button. While this message is shown, do not operate any of the console controls. NOTICE: - Updating the NY64-D firmware via the TF series requires about 10 minutes. If you are in a hurry, we recommend updating via a computer (Dante Firmware Update Manager; page 7) - If the NY64-D firmware update has failed, refer to “About Failsafe Mode” (page 9). 9. When a message indicating completion of the update appears, remove the USB flash drive. 10.
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NOTE Some firmware versions have new default Presets for Scene or Library. To load the new Presets, the “Initialize All Memories” operation is required. Refer to the “Initialize All Memories” screen of the “MAINTENANCE” screen in the TF-series Reference Manual.
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■ Updating the NY64-D firmware by computer Described below are the procedures to update the NY64-D firmware with a computer (Dante Firmware Update Manager). Preparing for the update Make sure you have the following items before starting the update procedure. ● A computer meeting the system requirements of the Dante Firmware Update Manager ● An Ethernet cable (CAT5e or higher recommended; straight-through or crossover.
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using an Ethernet cable. Be sure to directly connect the computer and the NY64-D, and do not connect any other Dante device to the computer. 3-3. Execute the Dante Firmware Update Manager, and update the NY64-D firmware. Follow step 5 (“Using the Dante Firmware Update Manager”) of the Dante Firmware Update Manager User Guide to update. Use the firmware update file “FWUpdate_NY64-D_vxxxxx_swyyy.dnt” (xxxxx, yyy: firmware version) NOTICE: Be sure to ensure compatibility of the update files with NY64-D.
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■ About failsafe mode The NY64-D may become unusable due to data corruption if the Dante device is powered-off during a firmware update. To recover from such a state, the NY64-D will enter "failsafe mode." To restore the NY64-D from failsafe mode, a recovery image must be sent from the Dante Firmware Update Manager. After the power is turned on, if the TF series display indicates a message ‘Dante Module Error!’ periodically, and the Dante version is displayed as “0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0 0.0.
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You should also disable the wireless LAN. 6. Execute the Dante Firmware Update Manager to use failsafe recovery. For more detailed instructions, refer to step 9 (“Using the failsafe recovery”) of the Dante Firmware Update Manager User Guide. 7. Exit the Dante Firmware Update Manager, and wait for two minutes before turning off the power to the TF series with NY64-D. After recovery, restarting the NY64-D takes a while.