How do I update the firmware on an AV receiver?
Answer
Update an AV receiver from its Settings > Firmware/Software Update menu while connected by Ethernet or Wi‑Fi, or with a USB file from the manufacturer’s support site. If the receiver reports Already Updated, no further update is needed unless a newer file is listed for your exact model.
Before you start: stop right away if…
- Interrupting power during a firmware update can leave the receiver unusable.
- Only download updates from the manufacturer’s official support site.
Follow these steps
Find the current firmware version
Open Setup or Settings, locate Firmware/Software Information, and write down the current version.
You should see: You know which version is installed.
Run the network update check
Connect Ethernet or Wi‑Fi, open Firmware Update, and check for an update. If it says Already Updated, compare that version with the manufacturer support page for your model.
You should see: Either an update installs, or you confirm the unit is current.
Use a USB update only if the site has a newer file
If the support site lists a newer firmware, follow that model’s USB instructions exactly—copy the file to a FAT-formatted drive and start the update from the menu.
You should see: The receiver installs the file and reboots.
Retest audio and inputs after updating
After the restart, verify HDMI inputs, network apps if any, and volume control still work.
You should see: Normal operation returns on the new firmware.
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Extra tips
What to look for: The Firmware or Software Update menu, the current version number, and any Already Updated or update available message.
Before you change anything: Write down the exact receiver model from the front panel or menu. Use a wired network connection if Wi‑Fi is unreliable. Do not power off during an update. Download USB update files only from the manufacturer’s site.