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RM-LVR3 System Software (Firmware) Update Ver.2.01 (Windows)

Improves the overall stability of the device

    Applicable Models
    About this download
    File Info
    Preparation
    System Requirements
    Download
    Install

    Applicable Models

    This information is for the following models:

    • RM-LVR3

    About this download

    Benefits and Improvements from the latest update

    • Improves the overall stability of the device

    Previous Benefits and Improvements

    • Mirror Mode features have been added to Remote control settings

    File Info

    File Name

    • RM-LVR3 System Software (Firmware) Update Ver.2.01 (Windows)

    File Version

    • 2.01

    File Size

    • 114 MB (120 192 808 bytes)

    Release Date

    • 29/05/2018

    Preparation

    Check the system software version

    Follow the instructions below to check the system software version. If the system software version is Ver.2.01, the update is not required.

    1. Press the MENU button to select [Remote control setting] , then press the REC/ENTER button.
    2. Please select [Ver]. then press the REC/ENTER button. The system software version is displayed.

    System Requirements

    Operating Systems


    The latest version of the system software update is compatible with most commonly used versions of Microsoft Windows:
    • Windows® 10
    • Windows® 8.1
    • Windows® 7 SP1

    Computer hardware


    The latest version of the system software update is compatible with the following hardware:
    • Hard disk space: 500 MB or more
    • RAM: 512 MB or more
      Note: Please close all other application software before updating the system software.
    • Power source for the device.The device which carried out full charge.
      Note: The update can be performed only when the remaining battery level is (four marks) or more. We recommend that you use a fully charged battery.
    • Cradle and USB cable supplied with the device.
      Note: Update functionality is not guaranteed with any other USB cable.

    Download

    Important Notice

    • When performing the System Software update, please use a fully charged the device.
    • Please do not turn off the power during the update; otherwise, the device may become inoperable due to the sudden power shutdown.
    • Prevent your computer from entering Sleep mode.

    How to download the Updater:

    1. Make sure that you are logged on as a user with administrative rights.
    2. After reading the disclaimer, click Download.
    3. The file [Update_RMLVR3V201.exe] file will start downloading.
    4. Save the file to the desktop of your computer (recommended).


      5. Note for Windows 8.1/10 users:

      With the standard settings of Internet Explorer, the update file will be saved in your Downloads folder. Click the Desktop tile from the Start screen and find the downloaded file in the Downloads folder by using Explorer.

    Install

    Step 1: Start up the Updater

    1. Close all currently running programs on your computer.
    2. Double-click the [Update_RMLVR3V201.exe] file you downloaded. - Do not connect the device at this point.
    3. System Software Updater starts up.



    4. Connect the device to the computer.
      1. Connect the device to the computer with the supplied Cradle and USB cable


        "USB Mode" appears on the LCD monitor of the device.


        If the computer cannot find the device, the message "Could not find the device for this update." appears on the computer display. Try the following if this happens.
        • Disconnect the USB cable and connect it again.
        • If the computer has multiple USB terminals, try with the other terminals.
      2. At this time, confirm  is displayed on the task tray at the lower right corner of the computer screen.
      3. After confirming the above, click Next on System Software Updater.
        Screen of Computer


        LCD screen of the device

        Note: From now on, never turn off the device until the system software update is completed.
    5. Check if the updating is required
      1. After confirming the screens on the above steps, click Next. The current version and the version after the upgrade appear on the lower left part of the screen.
        Update is required


        If the screen below appears, the upgrade is not required. According to the message, stop the USB connection and click Finish.
      2. After confirming Current version is Ver.2.00 or earlier, click Next.
    6. After automatically resetting, the screen below appears.
      The progress bar appears while updating (approximately 10 minutes).

      Note: Never turn off the device nor disconnect the USB cable while updating.
    7. Once the update is complete, the screen below will be shown. The device will automatically reboot, which may take a few minutes. Please wait until the same screen on the LCD shows the same screen that appeared before starting the software update.
      When the screen appears, press the [Finish] button and disconnect the USB cable.

    Step 2: Confirm the system software version of your device is Ver.2.01.

    1. Press the MENU button to select [Remote control setting] , then press the REC/ENTER button.
    2. Please select [Ver]. then press the REC/ENTER button. The system software version is displayed.