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Pioneer AVH-4200NEX System Firmware Update Instructions

Pioneer AVH-4200NEX System Firmware Update Instructions

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System Firmware Update 1.06 Instructions for Pioneer AVH-4200NEX In-
dash Multimedia AV Receiver
This firmware update (version
and Canada.
IMPORTANT
Please download and print these Firmware Update instructions before downloading and installing the
firmware update. It is important that you complete all steps correctly and in the order described below.
When you install this Firmware, all settings and saved data will be formatted to default
settings. Once the update has finished, you will need to reconfigure the settings.
Any content purchased and added through Naviextras will also need to be re-installed. Note
that no charges will be incurred to download previously purchased content.
If you have any questions, please contact Pioneer Customer Service toll free at 1-800-421-1404,
Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM and 12:30 PM - 4:00 PM (Pacific Time), excluding
holidays, or by email through parts.pioneerelectronics.com/contact.
In order to perform this update, the following items are needed:
• Pioneer in-dash Navigation or DVD system: AVH-4200NEX
• Blank USB storage device (no files), 2 GB or larger in capacity, formatted to FAT32.
CAUTION
The only USB port that supports the firmware update is USB port 1.
DO NOT turn your unit off or disconnect the USB storage device while the firmware is being
updated.
You can only update the firmware when the vehicle is stopped and the parking brake is
engaged.
1.06)
applies only to AVH-4200NEX receivers sold in the United States

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Summary of Contents for Pioneer AVH-4200NEX

  • Page 1 If you have any questions, please contact Pioneer Customer Service toll free at 1-800-421-1404, Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM and 12:30 PM - 4:00 PM (Pacific Time), excluding holidays, or by email through parts.pioneerelectronics.com/contact.
  • Page 2: Displaying The Firmware Version

    Displaying the firmware version Check whether the firmware of your unit needs to be updated by checking the version number. Procedure: Press the HOME button to display the Top menu screen. Touch the keys below in the following order. The “System” screen appears Scroll down the list.
  • Page 3 After the “Firmware Information” screen appears, check the firmware version number. Verify that the firmware on your unit is not already 1.06. Downloading the firmware update files from Pioneer's website Once upgraded to this version, it is not possible to downgrade to a lower version.
  • Page 4 • Performing the firmware update will restore all settings to their default values. Updating the firmware on your Unit Procedure: 1. Connect a blank (formatted) USB storage device to your computer, then locate the correct update file and copy it onto the storage device. 2.
  • Page 5 8. Touch [Firmware Update]. The “Firmware Update” screen appears. 9. Touch [Continue] to display the data transfer mode. Wait for the file check to finish.
  • Page 6 10. Touch [Start]. Note: Images are for illustration purposes only. Actual version number will differ. Progress status is shown. (Please note: Approximately one minute after the update has started, the receiver will restart itself and return to the update screen below.) 11.
  • Page 7 Confirm that the firmware has been updated Perform the same procedure for “Displaying the firmware version” to confirm that the firmware has been updated. Procedure: Press the HOME button to display the Top menu screen. Touch the keys below in the following order. The “System”...
  • Page 8 After the “Firmware Information” screen appears, verify that the firmware version is 1.06. NOTE: If you have any difficulty performing these instructions, please contact Pioneer Customer Service toll free at 1-800-421-1404, Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM and 12:30 PM - 4:00 PM (Pacific Time), excluding holidays, or online through parts.pioneerelectronics.com/contact.