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Denon AVP-A1HDCI & AVR-5308CI Firmware Update

by Gene DellaSala last modified June 24, 2008
Firmware

Firmware

Denon has just announced firmware updates for their flagship AVP-A1HDCI 12CH A/V Processor. There are two updates which are tabulated below. The updates will only benefit users experiencing these operational issues. All updates are cumulative; meaning the latest one will include the previous ones if the unit had not been updated prior. These update corrections are for North America units only – other updates are available for other markets as well.

Models Affected: AVP-A1HDCI, AVR-5803CI

SUBJECT: Correction of the Firmware via DPMS (Denon Product Management Server)

Update #1 April 16th, 2008

SYMPTOM:

  • If "Hi-Def-signal" of 720p inputs to the unit, it can scale to "1080i" but can not

scale to "1080p".

  • "Pop" noise occurs when the muting function turns on.
  • The noise occurs when the input selector is changed.
  • A different digital signal might be output to "OPT-4" output.
  • The connectivity of HDMI is improved.

CAUSE: The malfunctions occurred due to bugs in the firmware.

COUNTERMEASURE: corrected the firmware so that no malfunction occurs.


Update #2:
June 16, 2008

SYMPTOM:

  • Addition of the Rhapsody Merge function.
  • When space is used for the character of SSID, Wi-Fi cannot be set.
  • Problem for Tuner preset memory when RDS is received.
  • Scroll speed of "Artist" becomes slow when playback music files with DLNA by network-audio.
  • Spelling error on web browser display. "Controler" > "Controller"
  • MVUP/down (master volume up/down) command can affect zone 2 volume if any zone 2 command has been recently sent.
  • No title via internet radio with the new firmware version 1.60.
  • When AVP-A1HDCI connects Marantz DV9500 with EXT.IN connection and chose "Monitor2", Sound output stops.
  • The disc where "Dolby Digital" and "TrueHD" are alternately recorded is reproduced. And, when "Dolby Digital" and "TrueHD" are promptly switched, the sound is not outputted.
  • When the stream signal of "DTS-HD MA 7.1ch" is reproduced by setting "5.1ch", the sound is distorted.
  • Noise occur from surround channel when playback a blue-ray disc "The Golden Compass" when connected AVP-A1HDCI and DVD3800BD.
  • The connectivity of "HDMI" and "CEC" is improved.

CAUSE: The malfunctions occurred due to bugs in the firmware.

COUNTERMEASURE: corrected the firmware so that no malfunction occurs.

How to initiate firmware update:

  • Turn off power of AVP-A1HDCI
  • Connect straight thru Ethernet cable from your router to the AVP-A1HDCI
  • Enter “Manual Setup” > “Option Setup” area of OSD
  • Select “Firmware update”

Do NOT use a wireless connection when updating firmware and make sure there are no power interruptions during this process. The update can take up to one hour which during the process will render your AVP-A1HDCI/ AVR-5308CI inoperable.

Recent Forum Posts:

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gene posts on February 06, 2012 12:32
Guys;

one of the top level tech guys from Denon confirmed the SACD bass issue I found 2 years ago with their latest firmware. They managed to get Denon Japan to confirm it too. Hopefully this means they will fix the issue with a firmware release since they broke it sometime in 2010 when they updated the firmware back then. Fingers crossed and I will keep you posted!
flagbonz posts on October 30, 2010 00:31
I do not doubt you are correct, you can do anything it is just a matter of time and money. I guess that I would investigate to see the cost, does it effect the warranty or is it something that Denon is doing as a future upgrade, along with the possibility of a 1.4 hardware upgrade. At this time since I talked to Denon last week, they have no plans to do anything with the AVP until at least sometime after March of 2011, at the earliest.

thanks. i just hate buying electronics, especially high cost electronics, just to find out that the new model is coming out in a few weeks.......still not sure if i will get the current avp.....
deputy dog posts on October 29, 2010 15:51
I do not doubt you are correct, you can do anything it is just a matter of time and money. I guess that I would investigate to see the cost, does it effect the warranty or is it something that Denon is doing as a future upgrade, along with the possibility of a 1.4 hardware upgrade. At this time since I talked to Denon last week, they have no plans to do anything with the AVP until at least sometime after March of 2011, at the earliest.
AcuDefTechGuy posts on October 29, 2010 08:06
flagbonz;762619
Dude - just get that double hernia fixed! Then order 2 POAs.


I don't have the double hernia.

I have NEVER hurt my back.

I know my limitations.
flagbonz posts on October 29, 2010 00:38
AcuDefTechGuy;762395
No way. That might scratch the pretty surfaces of the components. No way.

If I cannot lift my amps with my bare hands without any problems and place them nice and easy without risk of scratching the components, then I will not buy the amps.

Like Dirty Harry says, "A man's gotta know his limitations!"


Dude - just get that double hernia fixed! Then order 2 POAs.
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