Panasonic DMP-BD79GA, Service Manual

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3.4. How to Update Firmware
The firmware of the unit may be renewed to improve the quality including operational performance and playability.
Make sure to refer the following procedure when performing version-up.
3.4.1. Confirmation of the Firmware Version
Perform following steps to checking the firmware version currently installed in the unit.
1. Turn the unit on and wait the Home screen is displayed.
2. Select [Setup]
→
[Player Settings]
→
[System]
→
[System Information]
→
[Firmware Version Information].
3. Firmware Version Information screen is displayed.
3.4.2. Updating Firmware
This unit has 2 updating method, one way to update via the internet, the other way to update using CD-R or USB device which is
stored pre-downloaded firmware update file.
3.4.2.1. Updating firmware via the internet
Occasionally, Panasonic may release updated firmware for this
unit that may add or improve the way a feature operates. These
updates are available free of charge.
This unit is capable of checking the firmware automatically
when connected to the Internet via a broadband connection.
When a new firmware version is available, the following mes-
sage is displayed.
To update the firmware
Press [HOME]
• press the [SETTINGS] button on the remote control
• select “System’’
and press [OK]
• select “Firmware Update’’ and press [OK]
• select “Update Now’’ and press [OK]
DO NOT DISCONNECT the unit from the AC
power or perform any operation while the update takes place.
After the firmware is installed, INFO LED and POWER LED
flash 3 times and “FIN’’ will be displayed on the screen. Unit will
restart and the following screen will be displayed.