Firmware Update Onkyo TX-NR575, TX-NR676, TX-NR777, TX-RZ620, TX-RZ720, TX-RZ820, HT-R997 (4-18-2019)

4/18/2019 Update

• Add setting to switch "Standard" and "Enhanced" according to HDMI 4K signal format.
• For details, see: https://www.onkyo.com/manual/sup/upd/hdmi_4k_onk.pdf
• Minor bug fixes and improvements stability.

12/18/2018 Update

• Minor bug fixes and improvements stability.

10/11/2018 Update

• Adds support for Amazon Music.
  • Amazon Music service requires a Prime account or Amazon Music Unlimited account.
  • Onkyo Controller App is required for initial set-up of Amazon Music.
• For details, see: http://www.onkyo.com/manual/sup/upd/amazon_onk.pdf
• Enhanced security. (Update may be needed 2 times depending on firmware version).
• Minor bug fixes and improvements stability.

8/21/2018 Update

• Enhanced security.
• Adds support for Deezer HiFi.
• Update may be needed 2 times depending on firmware version.

6/5/2018 Update

• Improvement of audio output when playing back certain Dolby Digital Plus contents.
• Minor bug fixes and stability improvements.

4/4/2018 Update

• Reduce noise during playback via USB/Network.

1/29/2018 Update

• Adds support for external audio inputs for "FlareConnect". For detail about external audio inputs by model, refer to: http://www.onkyo.com/flareconnect/
• Minor bug fixes and improvements stability.

11-2-2017 Update

• Adds support for new multi-room audio playback function "FlareConnect".
  • All audio devices in group and "Onkyo Controller" App are required to update to the latest version.
  • Setup Guide: www.intl.onkyo.com/next_generation/setup.html
  • Introduction of multi-room audio functions: www.intl.onkyo.com/next_generation
• Improvement for pass-through function of Dolby Vision signal*.
  • *Set the "HDMI OUT" to "MAIN+SUB" (EXCEPT TX-NR575), the Dolby Vision video option will then become available in the Set Up menu. Dolby Vision is only available from the HDMI OUT MAIN terminal.
• Minor bug fixes and improvements stability.

8/31/2017 Update

• Adds support for DTS Play-Fi.
  • To use Play-Fi, download the application: http://www.onkyo.com/manual/sup/upd/playfi_onk.pdf
  • Before starting, set "On" at the "Network Standby" ("NET Stby") setting. The unit will automatically power on and change the selector to "NET" or "Network".
• Expand playable content of DTS:X.
• Adds "Play Queue" function. For detail about updated function, refer to: http://www.onkyo.com/manual/sup/upd/queue_onk.pdf
• Adds "Search/ Sort" function on Music server.
• Adds "Display WAV file information (album art, artist, album) via USB" function. For detail about updated function, refer to: http://www.onkyo.com/manual/sup/upd/audio1709_na_onk.pdf *Additional functions depend on model.
• Minor bug fixes and improvements stability.

4/25/2017 Update

• Adds support for Chromecast built-in.
  • Chromecast-enabled applications are required.
  • Accept the PRIVACY POLICY on the "Onkyo Controller" smartphone application (iOS/Android) during setup.
  • For detailed instructions, refer to: http://www.onkyo.com/manual/sup/upd/chromecast_onk.pdf
• Adds support for FireConnect.
  • Enables streaming from Network Services/USB/Bluetooth/Music server.
  • Sampling rates of 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz are supported (USB/Music server).
  • Onkyo Controller App is required to enjoy FireConnect.
• Minor bug fixes and performance improvements.

Precautions for the Firmware Update

• Read update instructions carefully.
• Update takes up to 30 minutes. Do not turn off power supply until restart.
• Network updates may take over an hour or fail. If not completed within two hours, turn off power and try again.
• Updating and settings adjustment are automatic.
• Avoid:
  • Pulling out the A/V receiver's power cord.
  • Interrupting power supply (e.g., breaker trip, outage).
  • Inserting/removing LAN cable during network update.
  • Inserting/removing USB memory device during USB update.
  • Operating connected components via HDMI (TV, recording device).
• Damage due to these actions may require paid repair by Onkyo service center.
• If "No Update" appears, the firmware is already the latest version.

How to Prepare the USB Memory Device

1. Download the zipped firmware update file and save to your computer's Desktop. Link: http://download.onkyo.com/AVR0025/ONKAVR0025_E70000EAEAEOEO_N_113.zip
2. Right-click the file and select "Extract All", placing the extracted folder on your Desktop.
3. Connect the USB Memory Device to your computer's USB port and copy the contents of the unzipped/extracted folder onto your USB Memory Device.
4. Safely eject the USB Memory Device from your computer.

How to Upgrade the Firmware via USB

1. Insert the USB Memory Device containing the software into the receiver's USB port.
2. Turn on the receiver, select SETUP input, then "7.Misc", press Enter, then "F/W Update", press Enter, scroll down to "Update via USB".
3. Press "Enter" on the front panel to begin the update.
4. Do not shut off the unit until "Complete" is shown on the display (up to 30 minutes).
5. After completion, check the firmware version to confirm it is up to date. If not, run the update again.
6. To check version: Press SETUP, highlight "7.Misc", press Enter, highlight "F/W Update", press Enter, scroll to Firmware Version.