AVM 50v and STATEMENT D2v SOFTWARE UPDATES

These do not apply to the AVM 50 and Statement D2.

Installation instructions appear as soon as you double-click on the .exe file.


FAQ: Do I need to load previous versions prior to this update?

A: No. 

FAQ: Are previous changes included in the latest update?

A: Yes.


VERY IMPORTANT if you're using a laptop: Check your computer's power management settings to ensure that the software update does not get interrupted.


If you're using a USB to serial adapter:

1. It must be one that supports two stop bits  check with adapter manufacturer.

2. Check the adapter manufacturers website for the latest driver. If a message warns that the driver is not Windows-certified as its about to be installed, do not use the adapter. Some "budget" adapters load bad data into the processor, possibly causing its operation to freeze.

3. The virtual port must be assigned to COM1-COM6. If the processor software installer cannot locate the processor, use your adapters port manager to check the setting.


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CHANGE LIST

v3.09:

This version is applicable to any AVM 50v and D2v, but latest hardware is required for 3D handling and video passthrough mode.  The unit displays "3D" on the front panel during power-on if 3D-capable.

1.  Added support for 3D hardware upgrade kit.  Video "Through" mode is required for 3D but can also be used with 2D sources.  It must be enabled manually by setting Video Out Configuration in the Source Setup (menu 6) to Through.  Scaler In must be set to HDMI 1-4 to allow this selection.  Through mode cannot be applied to HDMI output 2 or HDMI inputs 5-8.

2.  DTS Master Audio surround position mapping disabled.  The reason for this choice is that newer 7.1-speaker installations are more likely to have the side surround speakers directly beside the central listening position instead of slightly behind it.  Previously, the side-surround channels were partly mixed to the fronts to move the surround image forward.

3.  General fixes and improvements for HDMI.

4.  Certain CD tracks were muting mid-song - fixed.

5.  Interoperability improvements with certain video cards and cable/sat receivers.

6.  Added support for Custom Resolution Manager v1.1.0 utility (replaces Live Video Settings Editor).
 
NOTE:  If updating from a version prior to v2.14 beta, the video processor will be reprogrammed.  This takes 30-45 minutes and usually resets user settings in the video processor.  Make a record of your settings before updating software to this version.


v3.01 production-only release:

1.  New units are 3D capable.


v2.11 production-only release:

1.  Changed Dolby Volume default to Off and Dolby Volume Leveler to Low.


v2.10:

1.  Added Dolby Volume.  For operation see manual v2.1x.  With the pdf version you can save time by typing "Dolby Volume" in the Find window.

2.  Added HDMI-out bit depth options in menu 1.  Try 8 or 10 bit settings if you're having trouble with a long HDMI output connection that worked reliably with older equipment.

3.  Bug fixes:  Surround preset for 2-channel input and room resonance test noise.

4.  Improvements:  HDMI switching and drive, muting during chapter skips, day/time clock accuracy, video processor software installation reliability.  Note that this version resets the video processing code relative to last release, and installation can take up to 40 minutes depending on the version being overwritten.


v2.08:

1.  Many changes to audio and video processing to improve performance.

2.  Faster HDMI switching.

3.  Improved dual-HDMI output so certain TV brands can be mixed.


v2.07:

1.  Fix for popping that began in v2.06 with Toshiba XA2 as source.

2.  New VXP video processor code.

3.  Fix for a DSP problem that affected the AVM 50v with 44.1 kHz input.


v2.06:

1.  Improved HDMI connectivity with media servers, including AppleTV, as well as displays when two displays are connected and they are a different brand.

2.  Various fixes to improve stability.


v2.04:

1. Various audio, video, and HDCP/HDMI changes to add stability.

2. Separate controls for mosquito and block noise reduction.

3. Fixes for audio processing bugs including test signals, downmixing, LFE level, and 7.1-channel 24/192 support.

4. Fixes for video processing bugs including deep color output, grayscale, and 480i to 1080i component input change.

5. Various minor display changes for status and video processing.

6. Frame Lock is disabled as Inverse Telecine will replace it in future software.

7. Removed from video processor: Zoom, since cropping input is the better way to achieve zoom. Y/C delay, since there was no evidence of it being used. Motion Threshold, since the default setting was the only one necessary with real-world sources.

VIDEO PROCESSOR SETTINGS WILL BE LOST when this version is installed unless v2.02b or later is now in the processor - write down your changes to the video menu (the press and hold "7" key colorful one) and re-enter them after the update.

Known issue:

1. LFE is redirected incorrectly if surrounds or rears are set to Large and sub is None.


v2.02:

1. Fix for audio dropouts with PCM input.

2. Fix for ARC test sweeps.


v2.00 D2v / v2.01 AVM 50v:

Initial releases.


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TROUBLESHOOTING:

If installer says "processor cannot be found", make sure the serial cable is straight-wired (also known as extension cable - check the cable's package), not null-modem, which looks identical.

RTS/CTS should be turned off in the RS-232 setup menu.

If the installer keeps returning the "processor cannot be found" message, load defaults in the Save / Load setup menu, try software installation again, and load User Settings once the new software is installed.

If you're using a docking station for a personal organizer or another device that uses the serial port on your computer, make sure that the serial port is not already in use. You may have to go into the application to turn it off.


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