| FinePix S1000fd Firmware (camera control software) Update Ver.1.05 |
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model: FinePix S1000fd |
• Detail of the update
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The firmware update (Ver.1.04 to Ver.1.05) incorporates the following issues
1) The compatibility with some SD/SDHC memory cards is improved when the internal flash is activated.
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The firmware update (Ver.1.03 to Ver.1.04) incorporates the following issues
1) Image quality (color reproduction) has been improved for relatively dark portion in whole image area.
2)"Flash with Slow Synchro" function has been optimized in some shooting conditions (e.g. P/A/S/M mode or others).
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The firmware update (Ver.1.03) incorporates the following issues.
1) The brightness of the captured images when "EVF/LCD mode" is set to "60fps" is darker than that set to "30f/s".
2) Some words in some languages which have error of spelling, are displayed on the EVF/LCD screen.
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• Precaution
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1. If firmware updating fails, the camera may no longer operate correctly. Please read the provided notes carefully.
2. Prepare an AC adapter (AC-5VX) and DC-coupler (CP-04) or either of the following batteries before updating.
Fully-charged AA-size Ni-MH batteries (4)
New AA-size alkaline batteries (4)
New AA-size lithium batteries (4)
3. Do not turn the camera off, open the battery cover or attempt to use any of the camera controls while the firmware is being overwritten.
4. Firmware updating requires approximately 25 seconds.
5. Once the firmware has been updated, the previous version cannot be restored.
6. If you encounter difficulties updating the firmware, please contact the Technical support & Repair service.
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• Preparations
a.Prepare the target digital camera.
FinePix S1000fd (Version 1.00- 1.02)
b.Prepare a formatted Memory Card (xD-picture Card or SD Memory Card)
Refer to the FinePix S1000fd Owner's Manual (p.117) for information on using "FORMAT" in the SET-UP menu to format a memory card.
Note that the formatting procedure will delete all data on the memory card, including protected files. Always copy any important files that you do not want to lose to your PC beforehand.
c.Prepare power supply.
Prepare an AC adapter (AC-5VX) and DC-coupler (CP-04) or either of the following batteries.
Fully-charged AA-size Ni-MH batteries (4)
New AA-size alkaline batteries (4)
New AA-size lithium batteries (4)
d.Prepare the USB cable.
Prepare the USB cable bundled with your camera ready.
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• Firmware upgrading procedure
| Firmware upgrading has five steps: |
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Check the firmware version. |
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Download the firmware upgrade and the transfer program onto your PC. |
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Copy "FPUPDATE.DAT" to the memory card. |
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Update the firmware. |
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Check the upgraded firmware. |
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1) Check the firmware version.
Insert a blank formatted memory card in the camera.
Turn on your FinePix S1000fd while holding down the [DISP/BACK] button.
The number displayed on the screen is the camera's "CURRENT" firmware version. |
 (Screenshot for version 1.00)
Use of an AC adapter is recommended. If AC adapter is not available, please use either of the following batteries .
Fully-charged AA-size Ni-MH batteries (4)
New AA-size alkaline batteries (4)
New AA-size lithium batteries (4)
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2) Download the firmware upgrade and the transfer program onto your PC.
You can download the firmware upgrade using the "Downloading the firmware upgrade" link on this page.
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| Firmware upgrade |
| File name |
FPUPDATE.DAT |
| File size |
7.5MB |
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| Firmware update transfer program for Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP users |
| File name |
FPUpdate.exe |
| File size |
144KB |
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| Firmware update transfer program for Windows Vista users |
| File name |
FPUpdateV.exe |
| File size |
164KB |
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| Firmware upgrade |
| File name |
FPUPDATE.DAT |
| File size |
7.5MB |
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| Firmware update transfer program |
| File name |
FPUPDATETRF.dmg |
| File size |
2.5MB |
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Read the firmware upgrade user license agreement and agree to the terms before downloading the upgrade.
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Windows PC users/Macintosh users
3) Copy "FPUPDATE.DAT" to the memory card.
Before this procedure, the software provided on the CD-ROM bundled with the camera must be installed on the PC.
Both the downloaded firmware upgrade file and transfer program must be placed on the desktop of your PC.
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3-1 |
Remove all the USB devices connected to the PC except for the mouse. |
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Connect the camera to the PC. |
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* Refer to the FinePix S1000fd Owner's Manual (p.130) for more information on connecting the camera.
As the software "FinePix Viewer" is activated automatically after connecting, this software must be stopped before the next procedure. |
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Invocation for the transfer program |
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Double-click "FPUpdate.exe" on desk top of your PC
Click the [OK] button on the dialog. |
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(Example on Windows) |
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Click the [Exit] button on the window. |
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(Example of Windows) |
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Turn off the camera. |
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Disconnect the camera from the PC. |
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This completes the copying procedure of the firmware update to the memory card.
For the next step, keep the memory card containing the copied firmware update in the camera. |
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4) Update the firmware.
Check the memory card containing the copied firmware update into the camera.
Always use an AC adapter or fully-charged AA-size Ni-MH batteries (4) or new AA-size alkaline batteries (4) or AA-size lithium batteries (4) when updating the firmware.
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4-1 |
Turn on your FinePix S1000fd while holding down the [DISP/BACK] button. |
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*Use of an AC adapter is recommended. If AC adapter is not available, please use fully-charged AA-size Ni-MH batteries (4) or new AA-size alkaline batteries (4) or new AA-size lithium batteries (4) before updating.
Press the [OK] button.
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(The screenshot above is an example of firmware upgrade from version 1.00 to version 1.01)
Press the [OK] button. |
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Press the [OK] button. |
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Press the [OK] button.
The firmware updating has started. |
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| It takes about 25 seconds for completing the firmware update. |
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| When the screenshot shown above appears, the firmware update has been successfully completed. |
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5) Check the upgraded firmware.
Following the procedure in step 1) "Check the firmware version," confirm the current firmware version.
Cf. Please reformat the media before taking pictures.
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