Firmware Update Procedure for RX-V3900

February, 2010

Subject: RX-V3900 Firmware Update ver. 1.11

Yamaha is pleased to offer this firmware update to ensure the best possible
performance for your Yamaha RX-V3900 AV Receiver.

This firmware improves HDMI standby through function.

The following pages contain the firmware update instructions for the RX-V3900.
You can easily update the latest firmware either by using an USB thumb drive, or
by connecting the receiver to the Internet. In order to properly execute the update,
read all instructions carefully. The following links will also lead you directly to the
beginning of each individual section of the instructions.

9 Click here to confirm the current firmware version before the update.

9 Click here for the firmware update by USB thumb drive.

(Update by Network is recommended if your receiver is connected to the internet)

9 Click here for the firmware update by Network.

9 Click here for the firmware version confirmation after update.

9 Click here for troubleshooting.

< IMPORTANT NOTICE >

Do not attempt to update your Yamaha receiver using any other data file except those provided
directly from the Yamaha website or through your network connection.

Follow the instructions carefully and do not attempt any other procedures not specified in the
instructions provided by Yamaha.
Improperly updated products may cause improper operation, and any parts or service required
to restore proper operation will not be covered under the Yamaha Limited Warranty.

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Confirming the firmware version

Step1: Set the MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel to OFF, and confirm that
the AC power cable is properly connected to an outlet.

Step2 While pressing the STRAIGHT button, press (and release) the MASTER
ON/OFF button and then keep pressing the STRAIGHT key until
“ADVANCED SETUP” appears on the front panel display.
(Note: “ADVANCED SETUP” is only displayed for a few seconds.)

Step3 Rotate the PROGRAM selector counterclockwise to select “VERSION”.

Latest version would be “VERSION 1.11”.

If your receiver’s version is lower than above, perform the update described in
the following pages. NETWORK UPDATE is recommended if your receiver
is connected to the internet. If not, perform USB UPDATE.

If “ERROR” appears, refer to the troubleshooting procedures on page 6 and

retry the update.

STEP1 STEP2
press & hold

STEP3

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Instruction for USB Update

Requirement: (Formatting by FAT system is required in advance).

- USB thumb drive, with enough free space to store over 16 MB.
- Firmware file provided by YAMAHA,”RXV3900-xxxx.bin”.

Step1: Delete any existing files in the USB thumb drive.

Step2: Copy the downloaded firmware “RXV3900-xxxx.bin” into the root directory of
the USB thumb drive.

Drag & Drop the file into USB drive.

Step3: Set the MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel to OFF, and confirm that
the AC power cable is properly connected to an outlet.

Step4: Insert the USB thumb drive in the USB terminal located on the front panel.
While pressing the STRAIGHT button, press (and release) the MASTER
ON/OFF button and then keep depressing the STRAIGHT button until
“ADVANCED SETUP” appears on the front panel display.
(Note: “ADVANCED SETUP” is only displayed for a few seconds.)

STEP3 STEP4 press & hold

Insert USB thumb
drive with
RX-V3900.bin file

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Step5 Rotate the PROGRAM selector counterclockwise to select “FIRM UPDATE

USB”.

Step6 To start the firmware update, press the MENU button.

(Allow about 10 minutes for the update)
Firmware reprogramming in progress

Caution! Do not interrupt power or remove the USB thumb drive during the update.
In case the power is accidentally cut off, refer to troubleshooting
procedures on page 6 to recover.

Step7 When “UPDATE OK” appers on the display, firmware update is completed.
The receiver automatically powers off and on again in normal operation
mode.

Step8 Power OFF the unit by pressing MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel.
Remove the USB thumb drive.

STEP5
STEP6

STEP8

Step9 Check the updated firmware version.

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Instruction for Network Update

Network environment to be able to connect to the Internet via

Requirement:
RX-V3900. (For more information, refer to the owner’s manual.)

Step1: Set the MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel to OFF, and confirm that
the AC power cable is properly connected to an outlet.
Step2: While pressing the STRAIGHT button, press (and release) the MASTER
ON/OFF button and then keep depressing the STRAIGHT button until
“ADVANCED SETUP” appears on the front panel display.
(Note: the “ADVANCED SETUP” is only displayed for a few seconds.)

STEP2
STEP1/STEP6 press & hold

STEP3
STEP4

Step3 Rotate the PROGRAM knob counterclockwise to select “FIRM UPDATE

USB”.
Press STRAIGHT button to change update mode to network.

Step4 To start the firmware update, press the MENU button. (allow about 10mins)
Firmware reprogramming in progress

Caution! Do to not interrupt power during the update.

Step5 When “UPDATE OK” appers on the display, firmware update is completed.
The receiver automatically powers off and on again in normal operation
mode.
Step6 Power OFF the unit by pressing MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel.
Step7 Check the updated firmware version.

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Troubleshooting Firmware Update

Case #1: Instead of “UPDATE OK”, an error message appeared on the display during
updating or “ERROR” appeared when confirming the firmware version in
Advanced Setup.

To recover, retry the update procedure of USB/Network from first step again.

In case the update has failed with network method, perform USB update method
for recovery.

Case #2: “Thumb Data Err” / “Firm Update” appeared on the display.

To recover,
1. Press MENU button. “FirmUpdate, push MENU key” will appear on the display.
2. Unplug the USB thumb drive and copy the update file again.
3. Insert the USB thumb drive in the USB terminal on the front panel.
4. Start firmware update by pressing the MENU button.
5. When “UPDATE OK” appears on the display, firmware update is completed.
System will reboot automatically.
6. Power OFF the unit by pressing MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel.
7. Remove the USB thumb drive.

Case #3: Firmware update doesn’t start for other reasons.

For example, the unit does not power up after the MASTER ON/OFF
button is pressed. Or, “DEVICE ERROR” appeared on the front
display.

To recover,
1. Unplug the AC power cable from the back of the receiver.
2. Set the MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel to ON.
3. Insert the USB thumb drive in the USB terminal located on the front panel.
4. Press and hold the INFO key and keep it pressed while you plug the AC power
cable back into the receiver again. The front panel display shows
“FirmwareUpdate”
5. The update will start automatically. STEP4
press &
hold
STEP4

6. When “UPDATE OK” appears on the display, firmware update is completed.

System will turn off and on again automatically.
7. Power OFF the unit by pressing MASTER ON/OFF button on the front panel.
8. Remove the USB thumb drive.

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