RM-LVR3 System Software Update Ver.2.01 (Mac)

What Does This Do?

This utility updates the system software and provides the following benefits:

  • Improvement overall stability
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It is necessary to update Action Cam, if you use "FDR-X3000", "HDR-AS300", "HDR-AS50".

Applicable Products

Model: RM-LVR3

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IMPORTANT: This file is only for use with the models identified. Not all models are sold in all countries.

Important Notes

  • This utility is only for use with the Sony® RM-LVR3 "Live-View Remote". Do not install this utility with any other model.
    WARNING!!: This system software update and any changes incurred by it are permanent. It is not possible to return to a previous system software version after updating this system software. By continuing this update process and downloading and updating this system software, you acknowledge that you are aware and understand that this update cannot be reversed.
  • IMPORTANT: Don't allow the computer to enter Sleep (Standby) mode during the update process. To change these settings, refer to your computer manual or consult the manufacturer.
  • This update process requires the following items for proper updating:

    A computer with:

    Device power supply:

    The device which carried out full charge.

    • The update can be performed only when the remaining battery level is (four marks) or more. We recommend that you use it in the state where it fully charged.
    • Do not remove the battery during the update; otherwise, the camera may become inoperable due to the sudden power shutdown.

    Cradle and USB cable supplied with the device:

    • Use only the Cradle and the USB cable supplied with the device.
      IMPORTANT: Update functionality is not guaranteed with any other USB cable.
  • To ensure that no other program interferes with the installation, save all work and close all other programs. The Taskbar should be clear of applications before proceeding.
  • Disable the sleep function in advance.

Table of Contents

1.
Determine if Your Device Needs the Update
2.
Prepare the Device for the System Software Update
3.
Download and Update the System Software
1.
Determine if Your Device Needs the Update

Follow the instruction below to check the system software version. This update is for RM-LVR3 that currently has a system software "Ver. 2.00 or earlier". If the system software version is "Ver. 2.01", the update is not required.

Check the system software version

1.
Press the MENU button to select [Remote control setting], then press the REC/ENTER button.
2.
Please select [Ver.] then press the REC/ENTER button.The system software version is displayed.
2.
Prepare the Device for the System Software Update
1.
When performing the system software update, please use a fully charged the device.
2.
Please do not turn off the power during the update; otherwise, the device may become inoperable due to the sudden power shutdown.
3.
Prevent your computer from sleeping beforehand.
4.
Do not be connected to other apparatuses except your computer.
3.
Download and Update the System Software
1.
Download the update file
Download the Update file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference). Please save the downloaded file onto the Desktop of your computer (recommended).

End-User License Agreement

Update_RMLVR3V201.dmg
112,687,278 byte
2.
Start up System Software Updater
ⅰ.
Double-click the downloaded file [Update_RMLVR3V201.dmg]. Do not connect the device yet at this point.
ⅱ.
Double-click the [Update_RMLVR3V201] Folder which appears on the Desktop.
ⅲ.
Double-click the [System Software Updater] icon.
system software updater
ⅳ.
To load a kernel extension, the message prompts you to allow the application to make changes. Type the password for the administrative account.
ⅴ.
System Software Updater starts up.
3.
Connect the device to the computer
ⅰ.
Connect the device to the computer with the supplied Cradle and USB cable.
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"USB Mode" appears on the LCD monitor of the device.

Note:

If the computer cannot find the device, the message "Could not find the device for this update." appears on the computer display. Try the following if this happens.

  • Disconnect the USB cable and connect it again.
  • If the computer has multiple USB terminals, try with the other terminals.
ⅱ.
After confirming the above, click [Next] on System Software Updater. The below screen appears on System Software Updater, and the LCD monitor of the device.

Screen of Computer

LCD screen of the device

Note:

From now on, never turn off the device until the system software update is completed.

4.
Check if the updating is required
ⅰ.
The current version and the version after the update appear on the lower left part of the screen.

Upgrade is required

ⅱ.
After confirming [Current version] is [Ver.2.00], click [Next].

Note:

If Current version is Ver.2.01, the upgrade is not required. According to the message, stop the USB connection and click [Finish].

5.
The device automatically reset

The following screen appears.

6.
Start the update

After automatically resetting, the below screen appears and the update starts. The progress bar appears while updating (approximately 8 minutes).

Note:

Never turn off the device nor disconnect the USB cable while updating.

7.
Complete the update

After finishing the update, the PC screen will be changed to the below screen. Also the device automatically reboots, which may take a few minutes. Please wait until the same screen on the LCD appears as one just before starting the software update. When the screen appears, push [Finish] button and disconnect the USB cable.

8.
Check the system software version

Follow the instruction to confirm the system software version is Ver.2.01.

1.
Press the MENU button to select [Remote control setting], then press the REC/ENTER button.
2.
Please select [Ver.] then press the REC/ENTER button. The system software version is displayed.