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Firmware Update Procedure for RX-V465/565/665/765 

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May, 2009 

 

Subject: RX-V465/565/665/765 Firmware Update Version J030 

 

 

Yamaha is pleased to offer the following firmware update to ensure the best possible performance and 

features for your Yamaha RX-V465/565/665/765 AV Receiver. This firmware improves the video input 

assignability to the analog audio input and stability for the HDMI connection with other CE products. 

 

 

Requirements: 

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A personal computer capable of burning an audio CD 

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CD or DVD player* with digital audio connection (Optical or Coaxial, not HDMI) 

 

*Note: 

In some instances a DVD player or a BD player will not work for this update procedure,   

so connecting a CD player is preferred

 

 

Note: CHECK THE UNIT’S FIRMWARE VERSION PRIOR TO DOING THIS UPDATE.  

The firmware version consists of a letter followed by three numbers [ex. “J030”]. 

If the three numbers in the firmware version are 030 or higher, you DO NOT need to 

perform this update.   

 

How to check the unit’s firmware version:   

Press and hold the [STRAIGHT] button on the front panel and keep it pressed while you press 

the [STANDBY/ON] button. Once the front panel displays "Advance Setup", release the 

[STRAIGHT] button. Then, press and hold the [TONE CONTROL] button for about 3 seconds until 

front panel display shows the version of firmware. 

 

The following pages contain the firmware update instructions for Yamaha AV receiver 

RX-V465/565/665/765. The outline of the update is as follows: 

 

1.

 

Download the firmware

 and create an update disc (Audio CD) 

2.

 

Connect digital audio with CD or DVD player 

3.

 

Enter firmware update mode 

4.

 

Play the update disc (Reprogramming) 

5.

 

Confirm update firmware version 

 

Note: Executing this update will RESET the receiver's setting to factory default. 

 

 

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< 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 update products may cause improper operation, and any parts or service required to 

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

 

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