For Windows - Sony MCX-500 Update Manual

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This document describes how to update the
MCX-500 unit's software to the latest version.
For details on operating the MCX‑500, refer to the Operating
Instructions.
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Preparation
Prepare the following in addition to the MCX-500.
ˎ Computer (Windows or Mac OS) ˎ
ˎ Supplied AC adapter and power cord ˎ
(AC-UES1230)
ˎ Supplied USB cable (Type A - Mini-B) ˎ

For Windows

The software update is performed via two USB
ports; the MAIN port (rear panel) and the SUB port
(right side panel).
[Notes]
ˎ Be sure the follow the updating procedure precisely. ˎ
ˎ If the power supply is cut off during the update ˎ
procedure, the unit may become inoperable. Be careful to
avoid disconnection of the AC adapter's power cord and
the USB cable.
ˎ Remove any memory card from the unit beforehand.
ˎ
ˎ The following settings will revert to their factory default
ˎ
conditions after the update.
– Time
– Date
– Streaming settings (Ustream ID, password)
– Network settings (Streaming)
System Requirements
To update the MCX-500 unit's software, prepare
a computer that meets the following system
requirements.
Operating system (OS):
Microsoft Windows 7 / 8.1 / 10
Hard disk capacity: 300 MB or more
Memory (RAM) capacity: 512 MB or more
Preparing the Update Files
[Notes]
Close any other applications before performing the update
procedure.
1
Download and save the unit update software
to the computer's desktop (recommended).
Update_MCX500V***.exe (*** represents the
version number)
For Windows 8.1
Under the default settings for Internet Explorer,
files that are downloaded via [Save] are saved
to the [Downloads] folder. If the Start screen is
displayed, tap (click) the [Desktop] tile to
display the desktop. Open the [Downloads]
folder, and find the downloaded file.
2
Extract the unit update file.
When you double-click the downloaded file,
the Firmware Update package is extracted and
two files (MAIN and SUB) appear.
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