Pioneer VSX-832 AV Receiver Firmware Update
This document provides instructions for updating the firmware (system software) of the Pioneer VSX-832 AV Receiver via network or USB.
The Updating Function on This Unit
This unit supports firmware updates over a network connection or via a USB port. These updates allow for improvements to operations and the addition of new features.
How to Update
Firmware can be updated using two methods: via network or via USB. Both methods typically take about 20 minutes to complete. Your existing settings will be preserved regardless of the method chosen.
When the unit is connected to a network, notifications about available firmware updates may appear on the display. To start an update, select "Update Now" using the remote controller's cursors and press ENTER. A "Completed!" message will appear once the update is finished.
Prerequisites and Precautions:
- For the latest update information, visit the Pioneer website.
- If no update is available, no action is required.
- Before updating: Ensure the speaker setup microphone is disconnected.
- During an update: Do not disconnect any cables, USB storage devices, speaker setup microphones, or headphones. Do not perform any operations on the unit, such as turning off its power. Do not access the unit from a PC or smartphone using an application.
Updating the Firmware via Network
Prerequisites:
- Confirm the unit is powered on and connected to the Internet.
- Turn off any controller components (e.g., PC) connected to the network.
- Stop any playback of Internet radio, USB storage device content, or server content.
- If "System Setup" > "Hardware" > "HDMI" > "HDMI CEC" is set to "On", change it to "Off".
Note: On-screen display text may differ slightly from these instructions but the operation remains the same.
Steps:
- Set your TV's input to the one assigned to this unit.
- Press the [home button] on the remote controller.
- Navigate using the cursors: "System Setup" > "Miscellaneous" > "Firmware Update" > "Update via NET", then press ENTER.
Image Description: The first UI image shows the "Home" screen with options like "System Setup", "MCACC", "Network", and "Bluetooth". The second UI image shows the "System Setup" sub-menu with options including "Source", "Speaker", "Hardware", "Audio Adjust", and "Miscellaneous".
- If "Firmware Update" is grayed out, wait a while for it to become available.
- "Update via NET" cannot be selected if no firmware update is available.
Continuing the Update:
- With "Update" selected, press ENTER to begin the update.
- During the update: The TV screen may turn black. Monitor the progress on the unit's display. The screen will remain black until the update is complete and the power is turned on again. "Completed!" will be displayed upon success.
- Press the [standby/on button] on the main unit to switch it to standby. The firmware update is now complete.
- Do not use the [power off symbol] on the remote controller during this step.
Updating via USB
Prerequisites:
- Prepare a USB storage device (128MB or larger) formatted with FAT16 or FAT32.
- Media inserted in a USB card reader may not be usable.
- USB storage devices with security functions or hub functionality are not supported.
- Delete all existing data from the USB storage device.
- Turn off any controller component (e.g., PC) connected to the network.
- Stop any playback of Internet radio, USB storage device content, or server content.
- If "System Setup" > "Hardware" > "HDMI" > "HDMI CEC" is set to "On", change it to "Off".
Note: Pioneer is not liable for any loss or damage of data, or storage failure resulting from the use of a USB storage device with this AV receiver.
Note: On-screen display text may differ slightly from these instructions but the operation remains the same.
Steps:
- Connect the USB storage device to your PC.
- Download the firmware file from the Pioneer website to your PC and unzip it. Firmware files are typically named
PIOAVR****_************.zip. Unzip the file on your PC; the number of unzipped files and folders may vary by model. - Copy all unzipped files and folders to the root folder of the USB storage device. Ensure you copy the unzipped files.
- Connect the USB storage device to the USB port on the main unit. If using a USB hard disk drive, it is recommended to use its AC adapter for power. If the USB storage device is partitioned, each section is treated as an independent device.
- Set your TV's input to the one assigned to this unit.
- Press the [home button] on the remote controller.
- Navigate using the cursors: "System Setup" > "Miscellaneous" > "Firmware Update" > "Update via USB", then press ENTER.
Image Description: The UI images shown are the same as for the network update, illustrating the "Home" screen and the "System Setup" sub-menu.
- If "Firmware Update" is grayed out, wait a while for it to become available.
- "Update via USB" cannot be selected if no firmware update is available.
Continuing the Update:
- With "Update" selected, press ENTER to begin the update.
- During the update: The TV screen may turn black. Monitor the progress on the unit's display. The screen will remain black until the update is complete and the power is turned on again. Do not turn off or disconnect/reconnect the USB storage device during the update. "Completed!" will be displayed upon success.
- Disconnect the USB storage device from the main unit.
- Press the [standby/on button] on the main unit to switch it to standby. The firmware update is now complete.
If an Error Message is Displayed
When an error occurs, a message like "* - * * Error!" will be displayed on the unit's display (where '*' represents an alphanumeric character). Check the following:
* - 01, * - 10: Cannot recognize Ethernet cable (for network updates) or USB storage device not found (for USB updates).- For Ethernet: Connect the Ethernet cable properly.
- For USB: Check whether the USB storage device or USB cable is correctly inserted into the USB port of this unit. Connect the USB storage device to an external power source if it has its own power supply.
* - 02, * - 03, * - 04, * - 05, * - 06, * - 11, * - 13, * - 14, * - 16, * - 17, * - 18, * - 20, * - 21: Internet connection error (for network updates) or firmware file issues (for USB updates).- For Internet connection: Check if the router is turned on. Check if this unit and the router are connected to the network. Try disconnecting and reconnecting the power to the unit and router. If you are still unable to connect, the DNS server or proxy server may be temporarily down; check service status with your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
- For firmware file issues: The firmware file may not be present in the root folder of the USB storage device, or the firmware file may be for another model. Retry from downloading the firmware file.
Others: Disconnect and then reconnect the power cord, then repeat the update process from the beginning.
Disclaimer
The program and accompanying online documentation are furnished to you for use at your own risk. Pioneer will not be liable and you will have no remedy for damages for any claim of any kind whatsoever concerning your use of the program or the accompanying online documentation, regardless of legal theory, and whether arising in tort or contract. In no event will Pioneer be liable to you or any third party for any special, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages of any kind, including, but not limited to, compensation, reimbursement, or damages on account of the loss of present or prospective profits, loss of data, or for any other reason whatsoever.
Supplementary Information
Due to firmware updates (system software) made after your purchase, or firmware changes during production, there may be additions or changes to the settings and operations compared to what is described in the instruction manual. For information about settings and operations that have been added or changed, please refer to the following references.
Refer to "Supplementary information for player functions" (Page 34) for information about changes to player functions.
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