Introduction
Pioneer is pleased to offer this firmware update for the VSX-832 AV Receiver to ensure the best possible performance.
This update can be installed via USB or Network connection. USB installation is recommended for faster and more reliable results.
Current Version Information
Model: VSX-832
Current Version: 1131-7010-0070-0011
Update Details (09/23/2020)
This update addresses the following issues and includes all previous updates:
- Improved reception capability for certain TuneIn Radio stations.
- Fixed an issue with Bluetooth connection to certain devices.
- Resolved an issue where tuning operation would start when pressing the UP/DOWN cursor at the TUNER selector.
- Improved operational stability when returning from Network Standby.
Previous Updates
Update from 02/06/2020
This update addressed the following and included previous updates:
- Improved the list viewing for "Albums/ Artists/ Songs" within My Music of Amazon Music. (Note: Amazon Music service availability and features may vary by country.)
- Corrected issues with "unstable elapsed time" and "no album art" during playback via Music Server or USB.
Version History
Version 1121-5010-0070-0011
- Updated Chromecast built-in to version 1.36.
- Improved search performance for music servers.
- Improved playback stability for FLAC files.
Version 1111-4010-0060-0010
- Improved playback stability for Chromecast Built-in.
- Improved playback stability for Airplay.
- Improved playability for certain WAV files.
Version 1111-3010-0060-0010
- Added a setting to switch between "Standard" and "Enhanced" modes according to the HDMI 4K signal format.
- Minor bug fixes and stability improvements.
- More details on HDMI 4K signal format setting.
Version 1101-2010-0060-0010
- Minor bug fixes and stability improvements.
Version 1091-1010-0060-0010
- Added support for Amazon Music. (Requires an Amazon Prime account or Amazon Music Unlimited account. Pioneer Remote App is required for initial setup.)
- Enhanced security.
- Depending on the current firmware version, the update may require two steps.
- Minor bug fixes and stability improvements.
- Details on Amazon Music function updates.
Version 1081-0010-0060-0010
- Enhanced security.
- Added support for Deezer HiFi.
Version 1070-9010-0060-0010
- Improved audio output when playing certain Dolby Digital Plus contents.
- Minor bug fixes and stability improvements.
Version 1060-8010-0050-0008
- Improved noise during playback via USB/Network.
Version 1060-7010-0050-0008
- Added support for external audio inputs for "FlareConnect".
- Minor bug fixes and stability improvements.
- Details on external audio inputs for FlareConnect.
Version 1050-5010-0040-0008
- Added support for the new multi-room audio playback function "FlareConnect". (Note: All audio devices in the group and the "Pioneer Remote" App must be updated to the latest version.)
- Improved the pass-through function for Dolby Vision signals.
- Minor bug fixes and stability improvements.
- How to Enjoy FlareConnect.
- Introduction to multi-room audio functions.
Version 1040-4010-0030-0008
- Added support for DTS Play-Fi. (To use Play-Fi, download the application. Before starting, set "Network Standby" to "On". The unit will automatically power on and change the selector to "NET" or "Network".)
- Added support for "Dolby Atmos for 3.1.2ch".
- Expanded playable content for DTS:X.
- Added "Play Queue" function.
- Details on DTS Play-Fi setup.
- Details on Play Queue function.
Version 1020-2000-0010-0008
- Added "Search/ Sort" function on the Music server.
- Added "Display WAV file information (album art, artist, album) via USB" function.
- Minor bug fixes and performance improvements.
- Added support for Chromecast built-in. (Chromecast-enabled applications are required. As an initial setting, accept the PRIVACY POLICY via the "Pioneer Remote App" smartphone application.)
- Added support for FireConnect. This update enables streaming from Network Services/USB/Bluetooth/Music server. (Sampling rates of 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz are supported for USB/Music server. Pioneer Remote App is required to enjoy FireConnect.)
- More detailed information on Chromecast built-in.
- How to Enjoy FireConnect.
- Introduction to multi-room audio functions.
Important Notice: The functions mentioned above may depend on the specific model; not all functions are available for every model.
Firmware Update Instructions
Update the firmware via network or USB connection.
Updating via Network
You can update the firmware by connecting the unit to a network.
Updating via USB Connection
You will need a USB storage device with 128 MB or larger capacity for updating.
For detailed instructions, please refer to the "Firmware Update" section in the Instruction Manual.
