Yamaha Firmware Update RX V3900 Version 1.23_Installation_Manual RXV3900

User Manual: Yamaha RX-V3900 Firmware Update Version 1.23_Installation_Manual

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Firmware Update Procedure for RX-V3900
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Do not attempt to update your Yamaha receiver using any other data file except those provided
directly from the Yamaha website or through your network connection.
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.

Choose from the following 2 methods to update to the latest firmware.

 Click here for Firmware Update Through the Internet
(Connection to the Internet is required)

 Click here for Firmware Update by USB
(A USB thumb drive is required)

In case of error, see the Troubleshooting section on the last page.

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Firmware Update by USB
Requirement:

(Formatting by FAT system is required in advance).
- USB thumb drive, with enough free space to store over 16 MB.
- Firmware file provided by YAMAHA,”RXV3900-xxxx.bin”.

Step1: Delete any existing files in the USB thumb drive.
Step2: Copy the downloaded firmware “RXV3900-xxxx.bin” into the root directory of
the USB thumb drive.

Drag & Drop the file into USB drive.

Step3: Set the MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel to OFF, and confirm that
the AC power cable is properly connected to an outlet.
Step4: Insert the USB thumb drive in the USB terminal located on the front panel.
While pressing the STRAIGHT button, press (and release) the MASTER
ON/OFF button and then keep depressing the STRAIGHT button until
“ADVANCED SETUP” appears on the front panel display.
(Note: “ADVANCED SETUP” is only displayed for a few seconds.)
Step5

Rotate the PROGRAM selector counterclockwise to select “FIRM UPDATE
USB”.

MENU
STRAIGHT
MASTER
USB PORT

PROGRAM

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Step6

To start the firmware update, press the MENU button.
(Allow about 10 minutes for the update)
Firmware reprogramming in progress

Caution! Do not interrupt power or remove the USB thumb drive during the update.
In case the power is accidentally cut off, refer to troubleshooting
procedures on page 6 to recover.
Step7

When “UPDATE OK” appers on the display, firmware update is completed.
The receiver automatically powers off and on again in normal operation
mode.

Step8

Power OFF the unit by pressing MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel.
Remove the USB thumb drive.

Step9

While pressing the STRAIGHT button, press (and release) the MASTER
ON/OFF button and then keep pressing the STRAIGHT key until
“ADVANCED SETUP” appears on the front panel display.
(Note: “ADVANCED SETUP” is only displayed for a few seconds.)
Rotate the PROGRAM selector counterclockwise to select “VERSION”.
Confirm that the firmware version is updated to the latest.

Step10 Power OFF the unit by pressing MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel.

Update completed.

Your AV receiver is now ready for normal use.

MENU
STRAIGHT
MASTER

PROGRAM

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Firmware Update Through the Internet
Requirement:

Network environment to be able to connect to the Internet via
RX-V3900. (For more information, refer to the owner’s manual.)

Step1: Set the MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel to OFF, and confirm that
the AC power cable is properly connected to an outlet.
Step2: While pressing the STRAIGHT button, press (and release) the MASTER
ON/OFF button and then keep depressing the STRAIGHT button until
“ADVANCED SETUP” appears on the front panel display.
(Note: the “ADVANCED SETUP” is only displayed for a few seconds.)
Step3 Rotate the PROGRAM knob counterclockwise to select “FIRM UPDATE
USB”.
Press STRAIGHT button to change update mode to network.

Step4

Step5

Step6
Step7

Step8

To start the firmware update, press the MENU button. (allow about 10mins)
Firmware reprogramming in progress

Caution! Do to not interrupt power during the update.
When “UPDATE OK” appers on the display, firmware update is completed.
The receiver automatically powers off and on again in normal operation
mode.
Power OFF the unit by pressing MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel.
While pressing the STRAIGHT button, press (and release) the MASTER
ON/OFF button and then keep pressing the STRAIGHT key until
“ADVANCED SETUP” appears on the front panel display.
(Note: “ADVANCED SETUP” is only displayed for a few seconds.)
Rotate the PROGRAM selector counterclockwise to select “VERSION”.
Confirm that the firmware version is updated to the latest.
Power OFF the unit by pressing MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel.
MENU
MASTER

STRAIGHT

PROGRAM

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Troubleshooting
Case #1: Instead of “UPDATE OK”, an error message appeared on the display during
updating or “ERROR” appeared when confirming the firmware version in
Advanced Setup.
To recover, retry the update procedure of USB/Network from first step again.
In case the update has failed with network method, perform USB update method
for recovery.
Case #2: “Thumb Data Err” / “Firm Update” appeared on the display.
To recover,
1. Press MENU button. “FirmUpdate, push MENU key” will appear on the display.
2. Unplug the USB thumb drive and copy the update file again.
3. Insert the USB thumb drive in the USB terminal on the front panel.
4. Start firmware update by pressing the MENU button.
5. When “UPDATE OK” appears on the display, firmware update is completed.
System will reboot automatically.
6. Power OFF the unit by pressing MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel.
7. Remove the USB thumb drive.
Case #3: Firmware update doesn’t start for other reasons.
For example, the unit does not power up after the MASTER ON/OFF
button is pressed. Or, “DEVICE ERROR” appeared on the front
display.
To recover,
1. Unplug the AC power cable from the back of the receiver.
2. Set the MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel to ON.
3. Insert the USB thumb drive in the USB terminal located on the front panel.
4. Press and hold the INFO key and keep it pressed while you plug the AC power
cable back into the receiver again. The front panel display shows
“FirmwareUpdate”
5. The update will start automatically.
STEP4

INFO

6. When “UPDATE OK” appears on the display, firmware update is completed.
System will turn off and on again automatically.
7. Power OFF the unit by pressing MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel.
8. Remove the USB thumb drive.
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