firmware update Metz48

chrissinkpen
Posted 23/10/2011 - 23:58 Link
I just cannot work out how to get the updated file into/onto the flashgun.
Would appreciate some help

regards
Chris
cabstar
Posted 24/10/2011 - 00:08 Link
If I remember correctly you connect teh flash via usb cable to computer & run the the update file..
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chrissinkpen
Posted 24/10/2011 - 00:10 Link
the whole process seems hit and miss.And I wonder how you know that it has worked??

Regards

Chris
cabstar
Posted 24/10/2011 - 00:27 Link
I am sure the program tells you it has updated, it was fairly simple affair if I remember correctly... I am not even convinced it is necessary to upgrade...
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seaside
Posted 24/10/2011 - 16:48 Link
The pdf file contained in the firmware zip file (link) gives you instructions on how to run the update. Once you've run the initial steps on your PC, you have to remember to remove the batteries from the flash before connecting it via USB.

You then have to execute the next step with the flash connected and when that's finished you get the "Ok, Update successful finished" message on your screen. I've never had any problems to be honest - are you not getting this final confirmation?
chrissinkpen
Posted 24/10/2011 - 19:29 Link
Hi Mark, is it the 'middle one' of the three downloads??

Regards

Chris
seaside
Posted 24/10/2011 - 22:21 Link
Yes Chris - it's the middle one if you're running Windows. It comes as an executable file so you just have to double click on it to unzip it (to the location you want). You'll then see a .pdf file (called Metz_mecablitz_FW_Update_GB_Windows_2010) which contains the instructions.
chrissinkpen
Posted 24/10/2011 - 22:53 Link
Thanks all, I appreciate your help.

Regards
Chris

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