Leica M11 Firmware Update 2.2.0
This document outlines the firmware update version 2.2.0 for the Leica M11, Leica M11 Monochrom, Leica M11-P, and Leica M11-D cameras.
New Features
Background Transfer with Leica FOTOS
In conjunction with Leica FOTOS 5.0, background transfer of preview images is now possible via Bluetooth. For more information, please visit: https://vimeo.com/1036371599.
Formatting via Leica FOTOS
Formatting of the internal memory and the inserted memory card is now possible via Leica FOTOS 5.0.
Improvements
Leica FOTOS
Improved connection stability for Leica FOTOS.
Important Information Regarding Memory Card Usage
In rare cases, technical problems may occur when using UHS-I SD cards. To generally avoid this error and ensure the best possible performance of your camera, Leica recommends using UHS-II cards.
Firmware Updates
Leica continuously works on the further development and optimization of its cameras. As many camera functions are controlled purely by software, improvements and extensions to the scope of functions can be installed on your camera retrospectively. For this purpose, Leica offers firmware updates at irregular intervals, which are available for download on the Leica homepage. If your camera is registered, Leica will inform you about all new updates. Users of Leica FOTOS will also be automatically informed about firmware updates for their Leica cameras.
Firmware updates can be installed in two different ways:
- Conveniently via the Leica FOTOS app
- Directly via the camera menu
To determine which firmware version is installed:
- In the main menu, select Camera Information.
- The current firmware version is displayed next to the menu item Firmware Version Camera.
A visual representation of the camera menu shows the following options:
- Camera Information
- Firmware Version Camera
- MAC Address (Wi-Fi)
- MAC Address (Bluetooth)
- License Information
- Regulatory Information
- Copyright Information
Further information on registration, firmware updates, and their downloads for your camera, as well as any changes and additions to the descriptions in this manual, can be found in the "Customer Area" at: club.leica-camera.com.
Performing Firmware Updates
Warning: Interrupting a running firmware update can lead to serious and irreparable damage to your equipment!
During the firmware update, please pay particular attention to the following instructions:
- Do not switch off the camera!
- Do not remove the memory card!
- Do not remove the battery!
- Do not remove the lens!
Notes
- If the battery is not sufficiently charged, a warning message will appear. In this case, charge the battery first and repeat the process described above.
- In the Camera Information submenu, you will find further device- and country-specific approval marks or numbers.
Preparations
- Fully charge and insert the battery.
- Remove any existing firmware files from the memory card.
- It is recommended to back up all recordings from the memory card and then format it in the camera. (Caution: Data loss! All data on the memory card will be lost when formatting.)
- Files in the internal memory should also be backed up as a precaution.
- Download the latest firmware.
- Save to memory card.
- The firmware file must be saved in the root directory of the memory card (not in a subdirectory).
- Insert the memory card into the camera.
- Switch on the camera.
Updating Camera Firmware
M11 / M11-P / M11 Monochrom
- Perform preparations.
- In the main menu, select Camera Information.
- Select Firmware Version Camera.
- Select Firmware Update.
- A query with information about the update appears.
- Check version information.
- Select Yes.
- The query "Do you want to save the profiles to the SD card?" appears.
- Select Yes/No.
- The update starts automatically.
- During the process, the lower status LED blinks.
- After successful completion, a corresponding message appears, and the camera restarts.
Notes
- It is recommended to reset the camera to factory settings after an update.
- After resetting, Date & Time and Language must be set again. Corresponding queries will appear.
Updating Camera Firmware
M11-D
- Perform preparations.
- Press and hold the function button.
- Switch on the camera.
- During the update, the status LED and the self-timer LED blink red, and "UP" is displayed in the viewfinder.
