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03-04-2005, 10:20 AM
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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
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04-04-2005, 7:40 AM
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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)
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04-04-2005, 5:43 PM
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what problems are there
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04-04-2005, 11:02 PM
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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.
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07-08-2005, 4:55 PM
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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.
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07-08-2005, 5:31 PM
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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.
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07-08-2005, 7:11 PM
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Is there any point in applying 541 if using RGB scart? |
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09-08-2005, 2:49 PM
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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
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09-08-2005, 4:53 PM
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09-08-2005, 6:40 PM
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Thanks katgra got it now |
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09-08-2005, 6:44 PM
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How do you check what firmware you have?
Also what indicates multi-region status?
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09-08-2005, 7:17 PM
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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.
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09-08-2005, 7:24 PM
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Upgrade, it makes a big difference for block noise!
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09-08-2005, 8:05 PM
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That was my next question does anyone think
its made a noticeable improvement,good news |
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19-08-2005, 10:42 AM
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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).
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