S97 firmware

[steve0]

I have upgraded to the 536 firmware and I was wondering is it worth upgrading to 540 has anyone had any issues with it, also is it worth buying a more expensive HDMI cable as opposed to the one that came with the player, will I notice much of a difference.

Also what setting are the best for PQ quality Auto Cinema ect. Thanks in advance

[Astaroth]

there are reported problems with 540 on PAL 720p mode - if you use this then hang back, but if not then you may as well upgrade (though remember you cant downgrade at a later date)

[steve0]

what problems are there

[skip]

usually a pixel or two drop at the right hand side of the screen. search the forum it has been well documented in quite a few threads.

[mheller]

Hi,

I have installed the 541 Firmware Update on a UK machine and Pal pixel drop is now corrected. It does not affect your multi region status, and im convinced the picture quality is [IMG][IMG]DSC00158[IMG][/IMG] even better than 540 or 536.

Search AV FORUMS for the 541 update.

[David Mackenzie]

The latest version fixes the pixel drop problem. And it makes a huge increase in the picture quality - it made the difference between me sending the player back and then deciding not to after I saw the upgrade.

[stanleyntl]

Is there any point in applying 541 if using RGB scart?

[Ian C.]

Is the 541 Firmware still available anywere,downloaded
a file off avsforums but not got a clue how to extract it.
536 was no problem but cant find 541 anywere.
Thanks in advance

[katgra]

Hi Ian C.

Looks like this is what you need

http://www.mechwollier.de/pana_s97/DVDPUPDT.FRM

[Ian C.]

Thanks katgra got it now

[stanleyntl]

How do you check what firmware you have?
Also what indicates multi-region status?

[Ian C.]

Originally Posted by stanleyntl

Is there any point in applying 541 if using RGB scart?

I'm only connected via scart ,536 at moment but will update
with 541 although dont think it will make a lot of difference.

[David Mackenzie]

Upgrade, it makes a big difference for block noise!

[Ian C.]

That was my next question does anyone think
its made a noticeable improvement,good news

[expat]

Ancient firmware version on new player

I received a multiregion S97 from a German Internet dealer last Friday. I checked the firmware version last night according to the instructions on the AVS forum. The following was displayed:

86H360

This means I've got firmware version 360, right? Should I send the player back for a refund? I'm actually quite happy with the picture (HDMI connection at 720p to a Panny TH-42PV500E).