Firmware update problems - K-3ii

Tobold · 06-23-2016, 12:11 PM

My first post here...
Just got my first 'real' camera, a Pentax K-3ii, and I love it. Now I'm having trouble updating the firmware.

I've downloaded the v1.21 firmware (I'm on 1.0), extracted the .bin file and copied it to formatted SD1. When I get to step 4 of the instructions "Turn camera On while holding the Menu button.", the camera just comes on normally rather than begin the update.

Any help??

C_Jones · 06-23-2016, 12:17 PM

I doubt if there is any update for the K-3II. Maybe for the K-3, but not the K-3II. I would leave it alone for now.

forensicscientist · 06-23-2016, 12:22 PM

I believe 1.21 is for the original K-3.....and the K-3II is still on ver 1.0

they are not interchangeable

JohnX · 06-23-2016, 12:24 PM

There is no update for the K3II.

I too have just bought one and checked the Pentax site.

C_Jones · 06-23-2016, 12:31 PM

Just check to see if the version 1.0 is still active on your camera. If you do not know how, hold the Menu button down while you turn on your camera. If it still reads version 1.0 most likely you are alright.

Tobold · 06-23-2016, 03:10 PM

Originally posted by Tobold

My first post here...
Just got my first 'real' camera, a Pentax K-3ii, and I love it. Now I'm having trouble updating the firmware.

I've downloaded the v1.21 firmware (I'm on 1.0), extracted the .bin file and copied it to formatted SD1. When I get to step 4 of the instructions "Turn camera On while holding the Menu button.", the camera just comes on normally rather than begin the update.

Any help??

Thank you all for your replies - that probably explains it. I was sure I was getting K-3ii stuff - I'll go back and check the site again.
Anyhow - camera is working great on 1.0 firmware.

Adam · 06-23-2016, 03:13 PM

Originally posted by Tobold

Thank you all for your replies - that probably explains it. I was sure I was getting K-3ii stuff - I'll go back and check the site again.
Anyhow - camera is working great on 1.0 firmware.

There are currently no updates for the K-3 II. However, expect one in the very near future. This update will add support for the latest KAF4 lens mount type, which uses an electromagnetic aperture actuator. This will add support for the new DA 55-300mm PLM RE lens.

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Michi Joel · 06-24-2016, 03:44 AM

Originally posted by Adam

There are currently no updates for the K-3 II. However, expect one in the very near future. This update will add support for the latest KAF4 lens mount type, which uses an electromagnetic aperture actuator. This will add support for the new DA 55-300mm PLM RE lens.

And maybe fix the battery drain when the camera is off . Now always i remove it

Not a Number · 06-24-2016, 07:32 AM

Originally posted by Michi Joel

And maybe fix the battery drain when the camera is off . Now always i remove it

The problem with that is the backup battery for the clock only has a limited full discharge/recharge cycle. After that the backup battery won't hold a charge and you have to set the time and date every time you remove and install the main battery.

Barry Pearson · 06-24-2016, 07:40 AM

Originally posted by Adam

There are currently no updates for the K-3 II. However, expect one in the very near future. This update will add support for the latest KAF4 lens mount type, which uses an electromagnetic aperture actuator. This will add support for the new DA 55-300mm PLM RE lens.

I wonder if the K-1 firmware already has this support, or whether there will be an update for that soon too?

(I also wonder if any of the lenses on the latest roadmaps will be KAF4 lenses? I suspect answers are not available at the moment!)

Michi Joel · 06-24-2016, 09:29 AM

Originally posted by Not a Number

The problem with that is the backup battery for the clock only has a limited full discharge/recharge cycle. After that the backup battery won't hold a charge and you have to set the time and date every time you remove and install the main battery.

Tnx so much for the answer but i don't understand it yet

sorry

**Quartermaster James** · 06-24-2016, 11:36 AM

Originally posted by Michi Joel

Tnx so much for the answer but i don't understand it yet

sorry

Short version: continually removing the battery is going to degrade your built in battery more rapidly.

Have you tried turning off the GPS logging?

Adam · 06-24-2016, 11:36 AM

Originally posted by Barry Pearson

I wonder if the K-1 firmware already has this support, or whether there will be an update for that soon too?

(I also wonder if any of the lenses on the latest roadmaps will be KAF4 lenses? I suspect answers are not available at the moment!)

There will be an update.

Originally posted by Michi Joel

And maybe fix the battery drain when the camera is off . Now always i remove it

Shouldn't it only drain when the GPS track logging is enabled? If it does otherwise your camera might be affected by the service advisory that impacted the earliest production units (in this case the repair is free).

Michi Joel · 06-24-2016, 03:11 PM

The GPS is always ON! (GPS track logging is disabled) Oh i'll go to disable the GPS immediatly and prove it.
I will write here the result

TNX guys!

**Quartermaster James** · 06-24-2016, 11:23 PM

Originally posted by Michi Joel

The GPS is always ON! (GPS track logging is disabled) Oh i'll go to disable the GPS immediatly and prove it.
I will write here the result

TNX guys!

Hmmm...just checked my K-3ii and the battery is unexpectedly depleted. Hmmm...
GPS logging is off, and serial number is out of range of the recall/service advisory.
Hmmm...could the problem be more extensive than previously thought?

06-23-2016, 12:11 PM	#1
Tobold New Member Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 2	Firmware update problems - K-3ii My first post here... Just got my first 'real' camera, a Pentax K-3ii, and I love it. Now I'm having trouble updating the firmware. I've downloaded the v1.21 firmware (I'm on 1.0), extracted the .bin file and copied it to formatted SD1. When I get to step 4 of the instructions "Turn camera On while holding the Menu button.", the camera just comes on normally rather than begin the update. Any help??

06-24-2016, 11:36 AM	#13
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,593	Originally posted by Barry Pearson I wonder if the K-1 firmware already has this support, or whether there will be an update for that soon too? (I also wonder if any of the lenses on the latest roadmaps will be KAF4 lenses? I suspect answers are not available at the moment!) There will be an update. Originally posted by Michi Joel And maybe fix the battery drain when the camera is off . Now always i remove it Shouldn't it only drain when the GPS track logging is enabled? If it does otherwise your camera might be affected by the service advisory that impacted the earliest production units (in this case the repair is free). Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

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06-23-2016, 12:17 PM	#2
C_Jones Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: NY Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,079	I doubt if there is any update for the K-3II. Maybe for the K-3, but not the K-3II. I would leave it alone for now.

06-23-2016, 12:22 PM	#3
forensicscientist Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: DFW Texas and Michigan - I commute :) Posts: 1,012	I believe 1.21 is for the original K-3.....and the K-3II is still on ver 1.0 they are not interchangeable

06-23-2016, 12:24 PM	#4
JohnX Pentaxian Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: London Posts: 1,116	There is no update for the K3II. I too have just bought one and checked the Pentax site.

06-23-2016, 12:31 PM	#5
C_Jones Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: NY Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,079	Just check to see if the version 1.0 is still active on your camera. If you do not know how, hold the Menu button down while you turn on your camera. If it still reads version 1.0 most likely you are alright.

06-23-2016, 03:10 PM	#6
Tobold New Member Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 2 Original Poster	Originally posted by Tobold My first post here... Just got my first 'real' camera, a Pentax K-3ii, and I love it. Now I'm having trouble updating the firmware. I've downloaded the v1.21 firmware (I'm on 1.0), extracted the .bin file and copied it to formatted SD1. When I get to step 4 of the instructions "Turn camera On while holding the Menu button.", the camera just comes on normally rather than begin the update. Any help?? Thank you all for your replies - that probably explains it. I was sure I was getting K-3ii stuff - I'll go back and check the site again. Anyhow - camera is working great on 1.0 firmware.

06-23-2016, 03:13 PM	#7
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,593	Originally posted by Tobold Thank you all for your replies - that probably explains it. I was sure I was getting K-3ii stuff - I'll go back and check the site again. Anyhow - camera is working great on 1.0 firmware. There are currently no updates for the K-3 II. However, expect one in the very near future. This update will add support for the latest KAF4 lens mount type, which uses an electromagnetic aperture actuator. This will add support for the new DA 55-300mm PLM RE lens. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

06-24-2016, 03:44 AM	#8
Michi Joel Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Catalonia Photos: Albums Posts: 441	Originally posted by Adam There are currently no updates for the K-3 II. However, expect one in the very near future. This update will add support for the latest KAF4 lens mount type, which uses an electromagnetic aperture actuator. This will add support for the new DA 55-300mm PLM RE lens. And maybe fix the battery drain when the camera is off . Now always i remove it

06-24-2016, 07:32 AM	#9
Not a Number Moderator Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Venice, CA Posts: 10,525	Originally posted by Michi Joel And maybe fix the battery drain when the camera is off . Now always i remove it The problem with that is the backup battery for the clock only has a limited full discharge/recharge cycle. After that the backup battery won't hold a charge and you have to set the time and date every time you remove and install the main battery.

06-24-2016, 07:40 AM	#10
Barry Pearson Veteran Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Stockport Posts: 964	Originally posted by Adam There are currently no updates for the K-3 II. However, expect one in the very near future. This update will add support for the latest KAF4 lens mount type, which uses an electromagnetic aperture actuator. This will add support for the new DA 55-300mm PLM RE lens. I wonder if the K-1 firmware already has this support, or whether there will be an update for that soon too? (I also wonder if any of the lenses on the latest roadmaps will be KAF4 lenses? I suspect answers are not available at the moment!)

06-24-2016, 09:29 AM	#11
Michi Joel Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Catalonia Photos: Albums Posts: 441	Originally posted by Not a Number The problem with that is the backup battery for the clock only has a limited full discharge/recharge cycle. After that the backup battery won't hold a charge and you have to set the time and date every time you remove and install the main battery. Tnx so much for the answer but i don't understand it yet sorry

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06-24-2016, 11:36 AM	#12
Quartermaster James Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Anchorage, Alaska Posts: 653	Originally posted by Michi Joel Tnx so much for the answer but i don't understand it yet sorry Short version: continually removing the battery is going to degrade your built in battery more rapidly. Have you tried turning off the GPS logging?

06-24-2016, 03:11 PM	#14
Michi Joel Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Catalonia Photos: Albums Posts: 441	The GPS is always ON! (GPS track logging is disabled) Oh i'll go to disable the GPS immediatly and prove it. I will write here the result TNX guys!

06-24-2016, 11:23 PM	#15
Quartermaster James Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Anchorage, Alaska Posts: 653	Originally posted by Michi Joel The GPS is always ON! (GPS track logging is disabled) Oh i'll go to disable the GPS immediatly and prove it. I will write here the result TNX guys! Hmmm...just checked my K-3ii and the battery is unexpectedly depleted. Hmmm... GPS logging is off, and serial number is out of range of the recall/service advisory. Hmmm...could the problem be more extensive than previously thought?