Firmware Update Instructions - Ethernet (LAN) Connection Method

Automatic Firmware updates - Some players are capable of automatic firmware updates via the LAN connection. At the time of this article, the following models running firmware version 2.0 or later are equipped with this feature: BD-P1500, BD-P2500, BD-P2550. (updated 12/4/08). If the LAN cable is connected, each time you power on your player it will advise you if a firmware update is available. Follow the on-screen instructions for udpating the player.

Manually Updating your Player With the LAN Connection

Before you begin, your player needs to be connected to your television and your TV needs to be tuned to the appropriate auxiliary input.

1. Connect the Ethernet cable to the LAN terminal on your modem and to the LAN terminal on the rear of your BD Player.
2. Make sure there’s no disc in the player and press the [Menu] button on the BD remote control.
3. Use the directional buttons to select Setup > System Upgrade > Update Start.
4. After a brief status check, the system will locate the upgrade if one’s available and a screen showing the current and new firmware versions will appear. Use the direction buttons to select “Start” and press [Enter] to begin.
5. The update will begin and you’ll see a series of messages on the screen. When the verification’s complete, a System Upgrade window will appear asking you if you want to update the firmware.  Select “Yes” and press [Enter].
   • If an HDMI update is included and you’re using the HDMI output, the screen will turn black momentarily.

6. After the “upgrade complete” message appears the tray will close, the player will power down and all of the settings will revert back to factory settings. Turn the player back on and allow the update to finish.
7. When the language selection screen appears, select your language by pressing the corresponding number on the remote.

Important:

• To make sure the new f/w was installed correctly, with the disc tray open press and hold the [INFO] button on the remote control. The new f/w version will be listed. You can go ahead and remove the LAN cable or leave it connected to make future upgrades easier.
• If the upgrade is not possible, find the error message in the table below and see the corresponding resolution.

Important: If the firmware update is not successful you may need to set up your IP address, Subnet, Mask, Gateway and DNS by following the steps below.  To obtain these settings, see “Finding Your Network Settings” below or contact your internet provider.

Manually enter Network Settings

1. With the unit in Stop mode, press the MENU button.
2. Press the ▲▼ buttons to select System Upgrade, then press the ENTER button.
3. Press the ▲▼ buttons to select Network setup, then press the ENTER button. You will see a menu that allows you to make network settings.
4. Press the ▲▼ buttons to select DHCP, then press the ENTER button.
5. Press the ▲▼ buttons to select OFF then press the ENTER button.
6. Press the ▲▼ buttons to select DNS, then press the ENTER button.
7. Press the ▲▼ buttons to select MANUAL then press the ENTER button.
8. To select and enter items, use the number and ▲▼ buttons. When done, use the arrow buttons to select Save, then press the ENTER button.
1. If you don’t want to save your work, use the ▲▼ buttons to select Cancel, then press the ENTER button.

Note: DHCP and DNS must be set to OFF and MANUAL respectively or set-up of certain items will not be possible.

Finding Your Network Settings: IP address, Subnet Mask, Gateway and DNS