Yamaha BD-940 Installation Manual

Software Update for BD-940

< IMPORTANT NOTICE >

Do not attempt to update your Yamaha Blu-ray Disc Player using any other data file except
those provided directly from the Yamaha website.

Follow the instructions carefully and do not attempt any other procedures not specified in the
instructions provided by Yamaha.
Improperly updated products may cause improper operation, and any parts or service required
to restore proper operation will not be covered under the Yamaha Limited Warranty.

YM9220400 Update unnecessary

Perform update

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June, 2012

Subject: BD-940 Software Update Version 1.17

Yamaha is pleased to offer the following software update to ensure the best
possible performance and latest features for your Yamaha BD-940 Blu-ray Disc
Player.

This software includes improvements of playback stability of certain
Blu-ray/DVD discs

CHECK YOUR UNIT’S SOFTWARE VERSION PRIOR TO THIS UPDATE

The software version consists of 2 letters followed by 7 numbers. Check the 5
numbers to the left. If the 5 numbers are “92204” or higher, you DO NOT
need to perform this update.

How to check your software version:

Press [SETUP] button on the remote controller. Then, select “Settings” >
“Version”. Your current software version will appear on TV.

If your version is smaller than “92204”, perform the software update. There
are 2 methods you can choose from. Click the one you wish to perform.

 Update Disc Method

(Burning update file onto CD-R or CD-RW disc is required)

 USB Thumb Drive Method

(Must be able to access the USB port located on the back of the unit)

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Software Update for BD-940

Update Disc Method

STEP1 Preparation of update disc.

Burn the downloaded update file “YMBD_117.MVP” onto a CD-R or
CD-RW as data disc with ISO9660 format. Make sure the disc is
finalized. This will be your update disc.

STEP2 Power on the Blu-ray Disc Player.

Wait till “NO DISC” appears.

STEP3 Set the update disc in the Blu-ray Disc Player.

Eject the disc tray and load the update disc.

STEP4 Update will start automatically. Wait till the disc ejects.

Front display will change as follows:

While update is in progress, DO NOT interrupt the power or press any
buttons.
When the update is completed, Blu-ray Disc Player will eject the disc
tray and power itself off automatically.
(Front panel display beneath the opened disc tray will turn off)

In case the update doesn’t start, check the troubleshooting section on
the last page.

STEP5 Remove the update disc and power on.
STEP6 Check the updated version.

Using the remote controller, press [SETUP].
Select “Settings” > “Version”.
Confirm that the updated version is “YM9220400”

STEP7 Exit from setup menu.

Press [EXIT] button on the remote controller to exit from setup menu.

Congratulations!

You have completed the software update.
Your Blu-ray Disc Player is now ready for normal use.

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