Yamaha DM3/DM3 Standard Firmware Update Guide

Thank you for choosing Yamaha products. This guide explains the procedure for updating the firmware of the DM3/DM3 Standard.

Important Notice (Please Read Carefully)

Firmware updates are performed at your own risk.
Do not turn off the power, operate controls, or perform any operation different from the instructions in this guide during the update process (especially during data loading), as this may cause the equipment to malfunction.
If the update fails and the unit does not operate correctly even after attempting the update again, please contact the Yamaha repair consultation center.
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Checking the Version

The firmware version of the DM3/DM3 Standard can be confirmed on the SETUP → ABOUT screen.

A visual representation of the DM3/DM3 Standard's 'ABOUT' screen showing version information is described. The screen displays 'Version', 'License', 'Main V1.03', and 'Dante 4.2.4.2 4.0.4.2 1.0.0'.

Preparation for Update

To perform the update, you will need the following:

A USB memory stick with at least 1GB of free space, formatted as FAT32. If formatted on the DM3/DM3 Standard, memory over 4GB will be formatted as FAT32. For formatting instructions, refer to the "DM3 Series Reference Manual". If formatting on a computer, refer to your computer or OS operating manual.
DM3/DM3 Standard main unit firmware and Dante module firmware. Download the latest versions from the Yamaha Pro Audio website: http://www.yamahaproaudio.com/japan/ja/

Updating the DM3/DM3 Standard Main Unit Firmware

This section describes the procedure for updating the DM3/DM3 Standard main unit firmware. Please extract the downloaded compressed file beforehand.

Notes on DM3 (with Dante Module) Dante Firmware Update

If a "Dante Update Error" message appears during the DM3 main unit firmware update, and the Dante module firmware update does not start, please check the following:

If Dante Device Lock is enabled on the Dante module, use Dante Controller (v3.10.0.19 or later) to disable Dante Device Lock and restart the DM3 unit.
If the Dante module is registered to a domain in Dante Domain Manager, use Dante Domain Manager to deregister from the domain, restart the DM3 unit, and then update.
If the subnet of the PRIMARY port IP address differs from the IP address set for the DM3, change either IP address to match the subnet, and then restart the DM3 unit. The PRIMARY port IP address can be changed via Dante Controller. The IP address set for the DM3 can be changed from the NETWORK screen via the For Device Control tab.
Refer to the DM3/DM3 Standard firmware release notes for details.
The Dante module firmware will update automatically when the DM3 main unit starts next time.
Dante module firmware can also be updated using the import function of Dante Updater. For instructions on using Dante Updater, refer to the "Updating Firmware" section of the Dante Firmware Update Guide (yamaha.com).
For more details, refer to the DM3/DM3 Standard firmware release notes.
If the Dante module firmware is corrupted, refer to "If the Dante Module Update Fails" (page 7).

Update Procedure

Insert the USB memory stick into a USB port on your computer.
Extract the downloaded compressed file (.zip) and copy the "DM3_firmware_v***.bin" file (where *** is the version number) to the root directory of the USB memory stick. NOTE: Do not copy any data other than the DM3/DM3 Standard main unit firmware file to the USB memory stick.
Once copying is complete, remove the USB memory stick. For instructions on safely removing a USB memory stick, refer to your computer or USB memory stick's operating manual.
Turn off the power of the DM3/DM3 Standard main unit.
Insert the USB memory stick with the firmware file copied onto it into the USB port on the upper right side of the DM3/DM3 Standard main unit, and then turn on the power. The message "Update firmware?" will be displayed.

A visual representation of the update prompt screen is described. It shows "Current: V1.03", "New: V1.10", with options to "Cancel" or "Update". Below this, it indicates "Update Program: V1.01".

NOTE: If the firmware version of the DM3/DM3 Standard main unit is the same as the firmware file to be updated, this screen will not be displayed.

Press the "Update" button. Caution: Do not operate any controls (switches, knobs, faders, etc.) on the DM3/DM3 Standard main unit during the firmware update.

The firmware file for the DM3/DM3 Standard main unit will be transferred (approx. 2 minutes).

A visual representation of the update process is described, showing "Update firmware?", "Current: V1.03", "New: V1.10", "Cancel", "Update", and "Update Program: V1.01".

After the file transfer is complete, the DM3/DM3 Standard main unit will restart and display the opening screen.

A visual representation of the Yamaha DM3 Digital Mixing Console logo screen is described.

The UPDATE screen will be displayed.

A visual representation of the UPDATE screen is described, showing progress bars for "Sub", "DSP", "FPGA", and "DANTE" with percentages.

NOTE: When the UPDATE screen is displayed, it is normal for the update status to show partial progress or reach 100% (Done) and then prompt for a restart.

It is also normal for the screen or LED indicators to turn off during the update process.

When the "Update Finished" message is displayed, remove the USB memory stick.

A visual representation of the "Update Finished" screen is described, indicating "Update Finished. Please Remove USB. The Mixer will Start Automatically."

Check that the update has been completed by displaying the version on the SETUP → ABOUT screen.

A visual representation of the DM3/DM3 Standard's 'ABOUT' screen showing updated version information is described. The screen displays 'Version', 'License', 'Main V1.10', and 'Dante 4.2.4.2 4.0.4.2 1.0.0'.

NOTE: For DM3 (with Dante module), the Dante version may initially display "---------- ----------" on the ABOUT screen immediately after the update. The Dante version should appear within about a minute. If the Dante version does not appear, refer to "If the Dante Module Update Fails" (page 7).

The firmware update is now complete.

NOTE: Depending on the firmware version, new presets may be added to scenes or libraries. To load new presets, you must initialize the main unit's memory (Initialize All Memories). For information on initializing main unit memory, refer to the "MAINTENANCE Screen" → "Initialize All Memories Screen" in the Reference Manual.

If the Dante Module Update Fails

The Dante module's firmware may become corrupted if the DM3 main unit's power is turned off during the firmware update. To recover from this state, the Dante module enters "Fail-Safe Mode".

If the Dante module can boot in Fail-Safe Mode, you can recover the Dante module by sending a recovery image using Dante Updater.

Checking for Dante Module Firmware Corruption

When the Dante module's firmware is corrupted, the Dante version on the DM3 main unit's ABOUT screen will be displayed as "------------ ----- ".

If the Dante module can boot in Fail-Safe Mode, it will be displayed in red as "BROOKLYN3-xxxxxx" in the Dante Controller's network grid view. In this case, use the Dante Updater included with Dante Controller to perform the recovery and import/update the latest Dante firmware.

For detailed steps, refer to the "About Fail-Safe Mode" section of the Dante Firmware Update Guide (yamaha.com).

A visual representation of the Dante Controller Network View is described, showing "Receivers (1) BROOKLYN3-2429d6" and "Transmitters (1) BROOKLYN3-2429d6".

If the Dante module cannot boot even in Fail-Safe Mode, the configured Device Name, such as "Y001-Yamaha-DM3-xxxxxx", will be displayed in red. In this case, follow the procedure in "Dante Module Recovery (When Not in Fail-Safe Mode)" (page 8) for recovery.

A visual representation of the Dante Controller Network View is described, showing "Transmitters (1) Y001-Yamaha-DM3-2429d6+" and "Receivers (1) +Y001-Yamaha-DM3-2429d6".

Dante Module Recovery (When Not in Fail-Safe Mode)

This section explains the procedure for recovering a Dante module that could not boot even in Fail-Safe Mode.

Recovery Preparation

To recover the Dante module, you need to import the "FWUpdate_DM3_v******_sw***.dnt" file into Dante Updater.

The latest version can be downloaded from the Yamaha Pro Audio website: http://www.yamahaproaudio.com/japan/ja/

Recovery Flow

Turn off the power of the DM3 unit.
Disconnect the DM3 unit from the Dante network.
Connect the [PRIMARY] port on the DM3 unit directly to the Ethernet port on your computer using an Ethernet cable. Connecting via a network switch may cause errors during recovery. Always connect the computer and DM3 unit directly, and do not connect any other Dante devices to the computer.
Turn on the power of the DM3 unit.

On your computer, disable all network interfaces except the one you will use. Also disable Wi-Fi.
Launch Dante Updater and update the Dante module firmware. For this recovery, check the box for "Allow override of device matching". For detailed steps, refer to the "Updating Firmware" section of the Dante Firmware Update Guide (yamaha.com).

A visual representation of the Dante Updater 2.3.1 window is described, showing "ADVANCED SETTINGS" with options like "ALLOW IMPORTED FIRMWARE" and "Allow override of device matching".

Recovery is now complete.

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