Instructions
- Download only the latest version of the firmware.
- Copy the downloaded file to the root of an empty and formatted SD card. Do not rename the file (Important.)
- Insert the SD card into the camera and power on the camera. Ensure the camera has sufficient power so the upgrade doesn’t fail half way.
- Select the version number item in the Setup menu (last item) and confirm.
- Cursor to the check mark and select to confirm.
- The LED on camera will blink during update. Once complete camera will turn off.
- Turn the camera back on and verify that the firmware version has been updated.
- Reformat your SD card again within the camera Tools Settings.
HD170 Firmware Upgrades
LATEST VERSION 1.6.11 (4 Jan 2012) Fix bug where LCD was not turned off during recording – now LCD power saving is only disabled during playback.
1.6.9 (11 Nov 2011) Power saving mode was fixed, “memory full bug” eliminated and minor corrections were made.
1.6.7 (20 July 2011) Zoom is now restored when HD170 is powered on.
1.6.4 (28 Jan 2011) Fixed negative exposure problem under night mode.
1.6.3 (14 Jan 2011) Eliminate rimming effect in still picture.
1.6.2 (24 Dec 2010) Increase AE target; Decrease black level; Tune gamma table. Fix bug on removing icon during TV playback. Option to turn off icon display during Playback and life view; “W=====T” icon removed during video recording; fix bug during video playback.
1.3 (10 Jun 2010, production release version for first lot)
Notes
- Ensure that the upgrade process is not interrupted. If the process is interrupted the firmware on the camera may be corrupted and the camera has to be returned to the factory for repair.
- If an incorrect (corrupted) firmware file is used, the camera may signal an error during the update process
