System Firmware Update Instructions for SPH-EVO93DAB

REMARKS

• ✔️ If you have any difficulty carrying out these instructions, please contact Pioneer Customer Support.
• Once upgraded to this version, it is not possible to downgrade to a lower version.
• ✔️ Please download and print these instructions before downloading and installing the firmware update; it is important that you complete all steps correctly and in the order described below.
• ✔️ Never turn your unit off or disconnect the USB storage device while the firmware is being updated.
• ✔️ You can only update the firmware when the vehicle is stopped and the parking brake is engaged.

A. Displaying the firmware version

Check whether the firmware of your unit needs to be updated by checking the version number of the firmware.

1. Touch the following key:
   

   [Description: The unit's screen displays 'OFF' status, current time '12:00', and a red arrow pointing to a menu item.]

2. The "System" screen appears, scroll down the list.
3. Touch [System Information], next touch [Firmware Information].

   [Description: The 'System' menu is shown, with 'System Information' highlighted. After selecting 'System Information', a sub-menu appears, and 'Firmware Information' is highlighted.]

4. After the "Firmware Information" screen appears, check the firmware version; when the Version is lower than 3.00, it is necessary to update the firmware.

   [Description: The 'Firmware Information' screen displays 'Firmware Version: 1.00' and 'Model Name: SPH-EVO93DAB'.]

B. Downloading the Firmware Update Files

1. Download the correct firmware file to a folder on your computer. The file name is SPH-EVO93DAB_FW_Ver300.ZIP.
2. Double click the ZIP file to open it.
3. Extract and save the file SPH-EVO93DAB.avh to a folder on your computer.

C. Updating the firmware on your Unit

IMPORTANT

• ✔️ Please DO NOT perform this firmware update if the model number of your Pioneer unit is anything other than SPH-EVO93DAB.
• Ensure that the correct update file is located within the root (top) folder of your USB storage device. There should be no other files on the USB storage device.
• While your unit is being updated, DO NOT turn off the system's power and DO NOT touch the unit's touch panel screen, as this may result in severe damage to your unit.
• DO NOT remove the USB storage device during the firmware update.
• Performing the firmware update will restore all settings to their default values.
• Before you start the update procedure, make sure to disconnect any mobile devices that are currently connected to your unit.

PROCEDURE:

1. Connect a blank (FAT32 formatted) USB storage device with a minimum capacity of 2GB to your computer, then locate the correct update file and copy it onto the Root (top) folder of the USB storage device.
2. Connect the USB storage device to the USB port on your unit.
3. On your unit, set the audio source to OFF.
4. Touch the following keys in the following order:

   [Description: The unit's screen displays 'OFF' status, current time '12:00', and a red arrow pointing to a menu item, similar to the initial screen.]

5. The "System" screen appears, scroll down the list.
6. Touch [System Information], next touch [Firmware Update].

   [Description: The 'System' menu is shown, with 'System Information' highlighted. After selecting 'System Information', a sub-menu appears, and 'Firmware Update' is highlighted.]

7. The "Firmware Update" screen appears. Touch [USB], next touch [Continue] to display the data transfer mode.

   [Description: The 'Firmware Update' screen presents options 'USB' and 'CarAVAssist'. The user is instructed to touch 'USB', then 'Continue'. A subsequent screen prompts to connect a USB memory containing ONLY the correct update file, then press 'Continue'. A 'Reading...' screen appears, indicating the system is processing.]

   [Description: The process will take a while to load, so please wait.]

8. Read the "WARNING," then touch the [Start] button to start the update process. If it shows "ERROR" on the display, try another USB device.

   [Description: A 'WARNING!' screen appears with critical safety and operational instructions: 1. DO NOT DISCONNECT USB DURING UPDATE, 2. DO NOT DRIVE THE CAR DURING UPDATE, 3. DO NOT TURN OFF THE ENGINE DURING UPDATE, 4. DO NOT RESET THE PRODUCT DURING UPDATE. An 'OK' button is present.]

9. The progress is displayed during the update.

   [Description: A 'Software updating' screen shows 'Updating...', the critical warnings, current version '1.00', target version '1.13', and a progress percentage '50%'. Below this, a text reminder states: 'DO NOT turn your unit off or eject the USB storage device while the firmware is being updated.']

10. Display will show "It succeeded..." when the update is complete. Please disconnect the USB storage device.

    [Description: An 'Update succeeded' screen displays the message 'It succeeded.', 'OK to disconnect USB memory.', and 'DO NOT DRIVE CAR WHILE THIS MESSAGE IS DISPLAYED'.]

11. The product will reboot after the update is finished. Do not touch anything even when the screen is blacked out. After it has finished rebooting, the screen will return to the menu screen.

    [Description: A 'WARNING!' screen is displayed during reboot, stating: 'Read all safety instructions in the product documentation. Driving without due care and attention can lead to serious injury or death. Only use a function when it is safe and legal to do so. Watch the road and your surroundings, and comply with all traffic regulations.' An 'OK' button is present.]

12. The firmware update is now complete. Your Pioneer AV Receiver is now ready for use.

    [Description: The unit's screen displays 'Update Succeed!' and the current time '12:15'.]

    Check the firmware version as described in “Displaying the firmware version” to confirm that the update was successful.

Firmware Update FAQ

Q: What if my set does not switch on automatically after updating the software or starts up more than once?

A: Turn off the ignition key and turn on again – the set should start up now.

Q: What if I cannot upgrade my set / the set does not show the start up screen after more than 1 attempt?

A: Please contact your local Pioneer service organisation for a product check-up.

Contact Information

Pioneer Customer Support Center

http://www.pioneer.eu

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