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RM-LVR2V System Software Update (Windows)

    Applicable Models
    About this download
    System Requirements
    File Info
    Preparation
    Download & Install

    IMPORTANT: This file is only for use with the models identified. Not all models are sold in all countries.

    This information is for the following models:

    • RM-LVR2

    About this download

    Benefits and improvements

    This utility updates the system firmware and provides the following benefits:
    • Adds the "Loop recording" mode to the shooting mode setting
      Note: Only available with compatible cameras
      (includes FDR-X1000V and HDR-AS200V as of March 6, 2015)
    • Adds the following features to the camera setting:
      • White balance setting
      • AE shift setting
      • Audio recording setting
      • Wind noise reduction setting
      • Loop recording interval setting
      Note: Only available with compatible cameras
      (includes FDR-X1000V and HDR-AS200V as of March 6, 2015)
    • Adds the Image quality setting
      Note: Only available with compatible cameras
      (includes FDR-X1000V as of March 6, 2015)
    • Adds the Movie format setting
      Note: Only available with compatible cameras
      (includes FDR-X1000V as of March 6, 2015)
    • Adds changes for the Date and Time/area/daylight saving time setting
    • Adds changes to the Time zone for some areas

    Please view this Operating Guide for information on how to use the new functions provided by firmware update version 2.00.

    System Requirements

    Operating Systems

    • Windows Vista®
    • Windows Vista® 64-bit
    • Windows® 10
    • Windows® 10 64-bit
    • Windows® 7
    • Windows® 7 64-bit
    • Windows® 8
    • Windows® 8 64-bit
    • Windows® 8.1
    • Windows® 8.1 64-bit

    File Info

    File Name

    • Update_RMLVR2V2.exe

    File Version

    • 2.00

    File Size

    • 86.1 MB

    Release Date

    • 03-05-2015

    Before You Start

    Determine if Your Device Needs the Update

    This update is only for RM-LVR2V2 devices that currently have firmware versions lower than 2.00.
    If your device firmware version is 2.00 or higher, this update is not necessary.

    1. On the RM-LVR2V2 device, press the MENU button, select the (Remote Control Settings) icon, and then press the REC/ENTER button.
    2. From the Settings screen, select the (Version) icon, and then press the REC/ENTER button.
    3. If version 2.00 or higher is displayed, your device does not need this update.
      Note: If "Ver. 1.00" is not displayed, please download and install the firmware update.
      Version Screen

    Important Notes

    • IMPORTANT: This utility is only for use with the Sony® RM-LVR2V2 Live View Remote. Do not install this utility with any other model.
    • WARNING!: This firmware update and any changes incurred by it are permanent. It is not possible to return to a previous firmware version after updating this firmware. By continuing this update process and downloading and updating this firmware, you acknowledge that you are aware and understand that this update cannot be reversed.
    • This update process requires the following items for proper updating:
      • A computer with:
        • Available Hard Disk Space: 200 MB or more
        • Installed Memory (RAM): 512 MB or more
        • A USB port.
        • One of the following Microsoft® Windows® operating systems installed:
          • Windows 10
          • Windows 8/8.1
          • Windows 7 (with Service Pack 1)
          • Windows Vista® (with Service Pack 2)
            Note: 64-bit and Starter Edition of Windows Vista is not supported.

          For Macintosh® systems, please use the RM-LVR2V System Software for Mac .

      • Device power source:
        • This update can only be performed when the remaining battery level has four bars Battery Indicater or more. When performing the firmware update, it's recommended to use a fully charged battery pack.
          WARNING!: The device may not operate properly if the power is interrupted during the update.
      • USB cable:
        • Use the USB cable supplied with the device.
          IMPORTANT: Update functionality is not guaranteed with any other USB cable.
    • To ensure that no other program interferes with the installation, save all work and close all other programs. The Taskbar should be clear of applications before proceeding.
    • It is highly recommended that you print out these instructions for use as a reference during the installation process.
    • Please view this Operating Instructions Supplement for information on the added or modified functions.

    Download & Install

    Download and Update the Firmware

    1. Download the Update_RMLVR2V2.exe file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
      Note: For Windows 8/8.1 and 10, the default settings for Internet Explorer® will save the file in the Downloads folder. For Windows 10, use File Explorer to locate the Downloads folder, for Windows 8/8.1, click the "Desktop" tile from the Start screen and then locate the Downloads folder using Windows Explorer.
    2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the Update_RMLVR2V2.exe file to begin the Firmware Updater.
    3. At the "Firmware Updater" screen, confirm the following information, and then click "Next" to continue.
      Connect the Device Screen
      Connect the device to your computer using the supplied USB cable. On the LCD of the device, "USB Mode" will appear.
      Verify that the remove hardware icon Remove Hardware Icon or Remove Hardware Icon is displayed in the task tray at the lower right-hand corner of the computer screen.

      Notes:
      • If the message "Could not find the device for this update." appears on the computer display, try disconnecting and reconnection the USB cable or try another USB port on the computer.
      • Sometimes when the device is connected to the computer with the USB cable, a message appears to restart the computer. If this occurs, remove the battery pack from the device, restart the computer, reconnect the battery pack, and then start the firmware update procedure again.
    4. When the updater recognizes the device connection, the next "Firmware Updater" screen is displayed on the computer, and the device screen displays the following image.

      Device Connection Screen
    5. At the "Firmware Updater" screen, click "Next".
      Check the Version Screen
      WARNING!: Do not power off the device or disconnect the USB cable until the update process is complete.
    6. When the following screen is displayed, check the version number at the lower left.
      Current Version Screen
      If the current version is lower than 2.00, click "Next".
      Note: If the current version is "2.00", your device does not need this update. Stop the USB connection by clicking the remove hardware icon Remove Hardware Icon or Remove Hardware Icon in the task tray in the lower right corner of the computer screen, disconnect the USB cable, and then click the "Finish" button on the "Firmware Updater" screen.

    7. WARNING!: Do not disconnect the USB cable from the device or the computer during the update process.
    8. Reset the device.
      To reset the device, first stop the USB connection by clicking the remove hardware icon Remove Hardware Icon or Remove Hardware Icon in the task tray in the lower right corner of the computer screen, and then press the REC/ENTER button on the device.
      Device REC/ENTER Button Screen
      Note: The screen will turn off after pressing the REC/ENTER button. Please continue to the next step.
    9. At the "Firmware Updater" screen, click "Next".

    10. Click Next Screen
    11. After resetting, reconnection of the device is verified, and the following screen is displayed, click "Run".
      Note: The update process takes about ten minutes to complete.
      Run the Update Screen
      WARNING!: Do not power off the device or disconnect the USB cable until the update process is complete.
    12. When the following screen is displayed, click "Finish".
      Update Complete Screen
    13. You may now disconnect the USB cable.
    14. Power off the device and then back on again.

    Check the Firmware Version After Updating (optional)

    1. On the RM-LVR2V2 device, press the MENU button, select the (Remote Control Settings) icon, and then press the REC/ENTER button.
    2. From the Settings screen, select the (Version) icon, and then press the REC/ENTER button.
    3. If version 2.00 is displayed, the firmware update was successful.
      Note: If "Ver. 2.00" is not displayed, please download and install the firmware update again.
      Version Screen