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Firmware update for STR receivers to v1.032

    Applicable Models
    About this download
    Install
    Questions & Answers
    File Info

    Applicable Models

    This information is applicable for the following STR model(s):

    • STR-DA3600ES

    About this download

    • Name: A36E_1032.zip
    • Date released: 25/03/2015
    • Do I need to update?: Your firmware may already be up to date, especially if you have a new STR model. If you're not sure, follow these instructions to check which version of firmware you have
    • Benefits and improvements:
      • Modifies the distribution method of SHOUTcast Internet radio.
        Note:This firmware update supports API change of SHOUTcast server. There is no change for specification of SHOUTcast functionality
    • Restrictions: only for use with STR sold in Europe. Not all models are sold in all countries

    Install

    Install Setup Manager

    To update your firmware you will need Setup Manager. If you have not installed Setup Manager it is available on the CD that came with your product or by downloading the installer package.

    How to install Setup ManagerDownload Setup Manager

    Download the latest version

    1. Read the terms and conditions and check the box to confirm that you accept them
    2. Click Download below
    3. When prompted, save the file to your Desktop

    Install the software

    Make sure equipment is connected

    1. With the receiver switched off, connect it your network using a LAN cable
    2. Make sure the receiver is connected to the TV
    3. Switch on the receiver and wait 30-50 seconds for the U-com communication
    4. Switch on the TV
    5. On the receiver remote control, press GUI MODE. GUI MODE ON shows in the receiver's display window
    6. The menu is displayed on the TV screen

    If your receiver has already been configured to connect to your home network, go to Update the firmware.

    Connect your receiver to your home network

    1. On the remote control, use the Up and Down arrow buttons to select Settings > Network > Network Setup.Settings > Network > Network Setup

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    2. On the Network Setup menu, select Internet Setup

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    3. On the Internet Setup screen, select Connect Automatically (DHCP). The message "Connecting... Please wait." may appear.

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    4. When the receiver has successfully connected to the network, select Finish and press the Enter button
    5. On the remote control press the GUI MODE button. GUI MODE OFF shows in the receiver's display window.

    Update the firmware

    1. On the remote control, press the MENU button. Select System Settings and then press the Enter button
    2. Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to select UPDATE(PC) and then press the Enter button
    3. Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to select PERMIT.
    4. On your computer, launch Setup Manager by double-clicking the icon on your desktop. How to install Setup Manager
    5. Double-click the Receiver icon
    6. On the Setup Manager screen, move the scroll bar on the left to select System.
    7. On the System Settings screen, to the right of File Path, click Browse to locate the downloaded firmware update file A36E_1032.zip
    8. Click Start Update.
    9. On the Start Update screen, click Yes to start the update process. This update takes 15-30 minutes to complete.
      Note: The MULTI CHANNEL DECODING light on the front panel of the receiver will flash during the update. When the update is complete the light will stop flashing
    10. After the update completes, click Exit.
    11. Switch off the receiver and disconnect it from the computer
    12. The firmware update is complete

    Check your receiver's current firmware version

    1. On the receiver remote control, press GUI MODE. GUI MODE ON shows in the receiver's display window
    2. The menu is displayed on the TV screen
    3. On the remote control, press the MENU button. Press the Up/Down arrow buttons to select System Settings, and then press the Enter button
    4. Use the Up/Down arrow buttons to select VERSION x.xxx. This will display the current firmware version

    Questions & Answers

    If the update fails:

    1. Check that you have downloaded the correct file for your receiver
    2. Check your firewall settings. Firewall software may block Setup Manager.
      • Using Windows Firewall: Add Setup Manager to Windows Firewall's exception settings in the Control Panel
      • Using other firewall programs: Disable the firewall or register Setup Manager as a permitted application. See your firewall program's Help for details of how to do this

    File Info

    File Name

    • A36E_1032.zip