Installing Firmware Updates - Leica M Instruction Manual

INSTALLING FIRMWARE UPDATES

Leica is constantly working on developing and optimizing its
products. As many functions of the camera are entirely controlled
by software, some of these improvements and extended functions
can be installed at a later date.
Leica provides firmware updates at irregular intervals for this
purpose.
Information about any resulting changes or additions to the details
in this manual can be found on our website.
To check whether your camera is running the latest firmware
version, select (page 5,
Firmware
You can download new firmware from our website and transfer it to
your camera:
1. Format a memory card in the camera.
2. Turn off the camera and insert the card into an SD/SDHC/
SDXC card reader – either integrated or connected to your
computer.
3. Download the firmware file from the camera page using the
"UPDATES" link.
4. Save the file m-X_xxx.upd at the top level of the card's folder
structure. X_xxx stands for the relevant version.
5. Remove the card from your card reader and insert it in the
camera. Close the bottom cover and turn the camera on.
section) in the menu.
SETUP
6. Hold down the button (32) and turn on the camera.
INFO
The update process begins. This can take up to 15 minutes.
Note:
If the battery does not have sufficient charge, the warning message
appears. In this case, first charge the battery and
Battery low
then repeat the process described above.
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