AC130: How does one get Firmware updates for the AC130 from Panasonic?

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LanceOregon

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I purchased my AC130 the very first week it became available for sale here in the USA. It has a firmware revision of 1.09

However, I've now seen a couple of references both here and on another forum, of newer version firmware being available for the AC130.

But tell me, how do I find out about what update is available for my AC130 and how to download and install it? Is there a Panasonic webpage that I can go to for assistance with this?

Or am I mistaken about this, and misreading online posts?

Any advice on this would be most greatly appreciated.
 
OK, I now recall that apparently there was a very minor update back last February to version 1.11 Is that still the latest release?

Perhaps this is not worth getting. Although it is generally considered a good idea to keep one's firmware current. So maybe I should update, even if it is rather trivial?
 
Register on the Panasonic PASS website. That's what activates your three-year warranty. And they'll send you updates whenever a new firmware update is released. You can search on the PASS website for firmware updates too.
 
I guess that I never did register on the PASS website. I filled out the warranty card, mailed it in, and then got your book on the AC130/AC160 later in the mail. The Panasonic Manuals don't really mention PASS at all, but there is a sticker on the first manual with the link to it, so I went there today and was able to register just fine.

It is odd, though, as I can navigate through the website just fine, and I found the AC130 firmware 1.11 update available under downloads. However, when I actually attempt to download the file, I get a missing link error message.

It would appear that Panasonic has pulled the update file from their website. I don't know if this is deliberate, or an error that has occurred with their website.
 
The AG-AC160A is now at 3.05. I downloaded and installed today.

This particular release is about wi-fi activation, not for everyone.

However, most software releases have a title and may or may not have other minor tweaks, so I would download and install all of them. Sometimes skipping a release can lead to problems.

Just make sure you don't have a power failure when the update is running.

Best to use a UPS (don't rely on the mains staying up, even though the update time is only a couple of minutes). You cannot run updates from your battery - if you try it you will get a warning message and have to shut down and plug in the power cord.

And, once the red light has finished flashing, follow the instructions exactly as detailed.
 
Well, updating is now a non-issue for me, as the AC130 1.11 update is not available on the PASS website anymore. All the links and everything are still there. I can even download the install instructions just fine.

But when I try to get the update file itself, all I get is a NOT FOUND error.
 
You are very welcome Lance. Navigating the website takes some diligence. At least they are updating things regularly. I hope the update works well. By the way, how is the D600 working? I am looking to mix footage with an HPX250?

Sincerely,
Bill
 
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