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korimako · 01-07-2013, 06:14 PM

For all of those in on the recent deals, don't forget to do the firmware update. Over the holidays I let it slide. Did it today, was an easy process, and it made a world of difference for auto-focus in my hands.

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Adam · 01-07-2013, 06:16 PM

Not to mention focus peaking and support for the K to Q adapter!

demp10 · 01-07-2013, 06:17 PM

Also remember to update the firmware for the lenses. It should be done before updating the camera (or you may have to reapply).

Docrwm · 01-07-2013, 06:27 PM

Yes, update the lens(es) and don't forget that if you have both the 01 and 02 you need that specific lens on the camera in order to update its firmware. So, you may have to do 2 or 3 updates, but it's definitely worth it.

**barondla** · 01-07-2013, 10:58 PM

And when you update the body it forgets your custom settings. I use continuous file numbering. The Q switched to date. Took a while to catch and fix it.
thanks
barondla

cheelonk · 01-08-2013, 06:34 AM

hi all my first post here

. question, the lens firmware 01 and 02 is the 2011 release (1.01) right, or there's later version?

Docrwm · 01-08-2013, 06:44 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by cheelonk

hi all my first post here

. question, the lens firmware 01 and 02 is the 2011 release (1.01) right, or there's later version?

Those are the current firmware versions for the 01 and 02. When in doubt check the Pentax Japan website
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robtcorl · 01-08-2013, 07:13 AM

Thanks for posting this info.
Don't have my Q yet, but had no idea there was a lens firmware update too.

Docrwm · 01-08-2013, 08:48 AM

Originally posted by robtcorl

Thanks for posting this info.
Don't have my Q yet, but had no idea there was a lens firmware update too.

Yes, it's a bit of a hidden issue but they do improve performance IMHO. There is one for each of the lenses mentioned, none for the 06 has been released yet. The thing that tripped me up the first time through is I tried to install the 02 firmware when I had the 01 on the camera. No go. You have to have the actual lens installed on the camera in order to install the firmware for that lens.

demp10 · 01-08-2013, 09:00 AM

Originally posted by Docrwm

You have to have the actual lens installed on the camera in order to install the firmware for that lens.

I believe that the actual code is stored on a chip on the lens itself and not on the camera, so it makes sense to require the correct lens during the update.

Docrwm · 01-08-2013, 09:05 AM

Originally posted by demp10

I believe that the actual code is stored on a chip on the lens itself and not on the camera, so it makes sense to require the correct lens during the update.

Yes, I also believe that is the case. It's just so different than anything I have had before that it took me by surprise. It's really a smart move on Pentax's part as it allows them to tweak the lens itself and since they have their own shutter that could be a real plus in the long run.

korimako · 01-08-2013, 02:33 PM

Originally posted by demp10

Also remember to update the firmware for the lenses. It should be done before updating the camera (or you may have to reapply).

I saw the lens firmware option, but hadn't been aware there were updated issues... Anyway, is there a pentax source that says these should be done in a certain order? I did camera, then lens, seems fine, and it would seem the normal course as folks acquire new lenses. Fun little camera, now have to convince myself to sell the spare body that's coming with the 01 lens

Adam have any write up from the holiday outing I saw pictures of yet?

Mojo · 01-09-2013, 01:55 AM

Just to echo korimako's post, is the sequence important in updating? Did not realize there were firmware updates for the lenses and already updated the camera firmware.

Do I have to update it all over again?

Thanks.

flylow7f39 · 01-09-2013, 04:15 AM

Sequence makes no difference...

sharonm01721 · 01-13-2013, 06:51 AM

question: updated via sd card? the directions talk about using the usb cable but i cannot get it to work for me

01-07-2013, 06:14 PM	#1
korimako New Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Oregon Photos: Gallery Posts: 21	Firmware update reminder For all of those in on the recent deals, don't forget to do the firmware update. Over the holidays I let it slide. Did it today, was an easy process, and it made a world of difference for auto-focus in my hands. Latest PENTAX Q Firmware Update : Software Downloads \| PENTAX RICOH IMAGING

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01-08-2013, 02:33 PM	#12
korimako New Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Oregon Photos: Gallery Posts: 21 Original Poster	order really important? Originally posted by demp10 Also remember to update the firmware for the lenses. It should be done before updating the camera (or you may have to reapply). I saw the lens firmware option, but hadn't been aware there were updated issues... Anyway, is there a pentax source that says these should be done in a certain order? I did camera, then lens, seems fine, and it would seem the normal course as folks acquire new lenses. Fun little camera, now have to convince myself to sell the spare body that's coming with the 01 lens Adam have any write up from the holiday outing I saw pictures of yet?

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01-07-2013, 06:17 PM	#3
demp10 Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Atlanta Photos: Albums Posts: 602	Also remember to update the firmware for the lenses. It should be done before updating the camera (or you may have to reapply).

01-07-2013, 06:27 PM	#4
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	Yes, update the lens(es) and don't forget that if you have both the 01 and 02 you need that specific lens on the camera in order to update its firmware. So, you may have to do 2 or 3 updates, but it's definitely worth it.

01-07-2013, 10:58 PM	#5
barondla Site Supporter Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: midwest, United States Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,717	And when you update the body it forgets your custom settings. I use continuous file numbering. The Q switched to date. Took a while to catch and fix it. thanks barondla

01-08-2013, 06:34 AM	#6
cheelonk New Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Posts: 1	hi all my first post here . question, the lens firmware 01 and 02 is the 2011 release (1.01) right, or there's later version?

01-08-2013, 06:44 AM - 1 Like	#7
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	Originally posted by cheelonk hi all my first post here . question, the lens firmware 01 and 02 is the 2011 release (1.01) right, or there's later version? Those are the current firmware versions for the 01 and 02. When in doubt check the Pentax Japan website Software Downloads : Support & Service \| PENTAX RICOH IMAGING

01-08-2013, 07:13 AM	#8
robtcorl Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: St Louis, MO Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,606	Thanks for posting this info. Don't have my Q yet, but had no idea there was a lens firmware update too.

01-08-2013, 08:48 AM	#9
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	Originally posted by robtcorl Thanks for posting this info. Don't have my Q yet, but had no idea there was a lens firmware update too. Yes, it's a bit of a hidden issue but they do improve performance IMHO. There is one for each of the lenses mentioned, none for the 06 has been released yet. The thing that tripped me up the first time through is I tried to install the 02 firmware when I had the 01 on the camera. No go. You have to have the actual lens installed on the camera in order to install the firmware for that lens.

01-08-2013, 09:00 AM	#10
demp10 Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Atlanta Photos: Albums Posts: 602	Originally posted by Docrwm You have to have the actual lens installed on the camera in order to install the firmware for that lens. I believe that the actual code is stored on a chip on the lens itself and not on the camera, so it makes sense to require the correct lens during the update.

01-08-2013, 09:05 AM	#11
Docrwm Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Somewhere in the Southern US Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,285	Originally posted by demp10 I believe that the actual code is stored on a chip on the lens itself and not on the camera, so it makes sense to require the correct lens during the update. Yes, I also believe that is the case. It's just so different than anything I have had before that it took me by surprise. It's really a smart move on Pentax's part as it allows them to tweak the lens itself and since they have their own shutter that could be a real plus in the long run.

01-09-2013, 01:55 AM	#13
Mojo New Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 5	Just to echo korimako's post, is the sequence important in updating? Did not realize there were firmware updates for the lenses and already updated the camera firmware. Do I have to update it all over again? Thanks.

01-09-2013, 04:15 AM	#14
flylow7f39 Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Western Washington State Posts: 25	Sequence makes no difference...

01-13-2013, 06:51 AM	#15
sharonm01721 New Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Posts: 3	question: updated via sd card? the directions talk about using the usb cable but i cannot get it to work for me

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