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ILCE-6300 System Software (Firmware) Update Ver.2.01 (Mac)

Adds support for the SEL18135 lens

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    About this download
    File Info
    Preparation
    System Requirements
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    Required Downloads

    Unless stated otherwise, the file listed below must be installed BEFORE the ILCE-6300 System Software (Firmware) Update Ver.2.01 (Mac) in order for it to work properly. If more than one Required file is listed, install them in the order presented on this page.

    Applicable Models

    This information is for the following models:

    • ILCE-6300

    About this download

    Benefits and improvements from the latest update

    • Adds support for the SEL18135 lens
    • Improves the overall stability of camera

    Previous Benefits and Improvements

    • Added Auto Pwr OFF Temp. function*
      *If the same part of your skin touches the camera for a long period of time while using the camera, even if the camera does not feel hot to the touch, it may cause symptoms of a low-temperature burn such as redness or blistering.
      Pay special attention in the following situations and take the necessary precautions, for example, use a tripod.
      • When using the camera in a high-temperature environment
      • When someone with poor circulation or impaired skin sensation uses the camera
      • When using the camera with the Auto Pwr OFF Temp. function set to High
    • Supports new lens SEL100400GM
    • Modifies aspect of guide frame display in LCD (2.35:1 mode)
    • Improved overall stability of the camera
    • Improves stability of the camera while shooting still images by regulating the internal temperature
    • Overall stability and operability of the camera is improved

    File Info

    File Name

    • ILCE-6300 System Software (Firmware) Update Ver.2.01 (Mac)

    File Version

    • 2.01

    File Size

    • 267.5 MB (267,484,154 bytes)

    Release Date

    • 01/02/2018

    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. Select Menu > Setup subpage 7 > Version on the camera.
    2. The system software version is displayed as illustrated below.

    System Requirements

    Operating Systems

    The latest version of the system software update is compatible with the following Macintosh versions:

    • Mac OS X v.10.10 – 10.11 / macOS 10.12 - 10.13*

      *Important:
      For macOS 10.13 - 10.15, please ensure the "DriverLoader_1015" has been installed before update your software.

      IMPORTANT:
      For macmacOS 11 – 12, please ensure the "System Software Update Helper" has been installed before update your software.

    Computer Hardware

    The latest version of the system software update is compatible with the following hardware:

    • CPU: Intel processor*
      * Core Solo and Core Duo processors are no longer supported.
    • Hard drive space: 600 MB or more
    • RAM: 512 MB or more

    Other Hardware

    • Power source for the device.
      Fully charged rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50 or the AC adapter AC-PW20 (sold separately).
      Note: The update can only be performed when the battery power level is (three bars) or more. We recommend that you use a fully charged battery. Detach the vertical grip before updating system software.
    • USB cable supplied with the device
      Note: Update functionality is not guaranteed with any other USB cable.

    Download

    Important Notice

    • Please close all other application software before updating the system software.
    • Use a fully charged rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50 or the AC adapter AC-PW20 (sold separately).
    • Do not remove the battery during the update; as the sudden loss of power may render the camera inoperable.
    • Remove the memory card from the camera before starting the update process.
    • The system software update takes approximately 15 minutes. Please prevent your computer from going into Sleep mode during this time. If the computer does go into Sleep mode and the update is interrupted, the entire update process will need to be restarted.
    • Do not open "About This System Software Updater" in the System Software Updater menu as this may crash the Updater software.
    • Do not connect the camera to other any other devices except your computer.

    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_ILCE6300V201.dmg] file will start downloading.
    4. Save the file to the desktop of your computer (recommended).

    Install

    Step 1: Start the Updater

    1. Close all programs currently running on your computer.
    2. Double-click the [Update_ILCE6300V201.dmg] file that you downloaded. Do not connect the camera to the computer yet.
    3. [Update_ILCE6300V201] is expanded.
    4. Double-click the icon.


    5. Before the kernel extension loads, a message will prompt you to allow the application to make changes. Enter the password for the administrative account.


    6. The System Software Updater starts.


    7. Turn on the camera.
    8. Following the instructions in the System Software Updater window, on the camera, select Menu > Setup subpage 4 > USB Connection and check if Mass Storage is selected. If a mode other than Mass Storage is selected, please select Mass Storage.


    9. Connect the camera to the computer with the supplied USB cable. "USB Mode" appears on the LCD screen of the camera.
      Note: If the computer cannot find the device, the message "Could not find the camera for this update" is displayed on the computer screen. Please try the following:
      • Disconnect the USB cable and connect it again.
      • If the computer has multiple USB terminals, try with the other terminals.

      Sometimes when the camera is connected to the computer with the USB cable, a message prompting you to restart the computer may be displayed. In this case, remove the battery pack from the camera, reboot the computer, and follow the instructions from "2. Start the System Software Updater".
    10. Check the LCD screen of the camera, then click Next. The current version number and updated version number appear on the lower left side of the screen. Note: If the current system software version is 2.01 or later, the update is not required. In this case, disconnect the camera from the computer and click Finish. Turn off the camera, remove the battery pack and/or the AC adapter, reinsert the battery or reconnect the AC adapter and turn the camera back on.
      Update is required


      Update is not required


    11. After confirming that the current software version is "Ver.2.00 or earlier", click Next.
    12. The camera is automatically reset.
      The screen below is displayed.

      Note: the Loading icon may not be displayed depending on the OS version that you are using.

    13. Start the update
      After automatically resetting, the following screen is shown and the update starts. The progress bar appears during the update process (approximately 15 minutes).
      Note: Never turn off the camera or disconnect the USB cable while updating.


    14. Complete the update
      When the update is complete, the camera will automatically restart. Make sure that the camera is turned on and wait until the LCD screen appears again. Click Finish when the LCD screen appears and disconnect the USB cable.

      Note: After restarting, a data recovery warning is sometimes displayed. This is normal. Please wait until this warning disappears.

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

    1. On the camera, select Menu > Setup subpage 7 > Version
    2. The system software version is displayed as illustrated below.