Medion LIFE P64377 - User Manual

Firmware Update Soundbar MEDION LIFE P64377 (MD 45377)
To solve the standby phenomenon of your soundbar MEDION LIFE P64377 (MD 45377), it is
necessary to update the firmware of the Soundbar. (The firmware is a programme for
controlling the soundbar). You can carry out this firmware update by yourself.
You need an empty USB stick, ideally with a storage capacity of up to 32 GB. To carry out
the firmware update, the USB stick must be fresh formatted with FAT 32.
Below you find the download link for the firmware of the soundbar:
https://cdn.medion.com/downloads/software/fw_md45377.zip
The firmware update of the MEDION LIFE P64377 (MD 45377) Soundbar is carried out in 3
steps:
A) Download the firmware
B) Prepare the USB stick
C) Carry out the update on the Soundbar
Proceed as follows:
A) Download the firmware
1. Download the firmware update via the link above
B) Preparing the USB stick
1. Back up your data from the USB stick, if necessary, i.e. copy your files from the USB
stick to a new directory on the desktop.
2. In the file explorer (in the left directory column), right-click on the USB stick and select
“Format”
3. Format the stick with FAT32.
4. Open the zip folder "fw_md45377.zip" with a double click
5. Mark the file "TB662DW58.ufw" and copy it to the empty formatted USB stick.
The USB stick is now prepared
C) Carrying out the actual FW update
1. Disconnect the Soundbar from the mains.
2. Reconnect the Soundbar to the mains, the Soundbar is now in standby mode.
3. Connect the USB stick prepared under point B to the USB socket of the Soundbar.
4. Take the remote control of the Soundbar.
5. Press the buttons one after the other: [ Next ] then [ Previous ] and then [ Vol+ ].
The display of the Soundbar shows: "USB UPG-ING".
The flashing process (reprogramming) takes up to one minute.
The flashing process is completed when only one dot "." is shown in the display of the
Soundbar.
6. You can check the FW version now installed by pressing the buttons [ Next ] then [
Previous ] and then [ Vol- ] on the remote control.
The display of the Soundbar shows: "MO.17 H0.14 D1.15.0.0".

Summary

Firmware Update MEDION LIFE P64377 Soundbar

Download Firmware

Download the firmware update file from the provided link.

Prepare USB Stick for Update

Format USB stick with FAT32 and copy the firmware file.

Execute Firmware Update

Perform the update using the Soundbar and remote control.

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Important Technical Specifications
3. Usage Features
4. Maintenance Features

The MEDION LIFE P64377 (MD 45377) Soundbar is a device designed to enhance audio output, and this document details a firmware update process to address a standby phenomenon.

Function Description

The primary function of the Soundbar is to provide improved audio for connected devices. The firmware update described is specifically aimed at resolving an issue where the Soundbar exhibits an undesirable standby behavior. The firmware itself is a program that controls the Soundbar's operations.

Important Technical Specifications

The document does not provide a comprehensive list of technical specifications for the Soundbar itself, but it does mention specific requirements for the firmware update process:

• USB Stick Capacity: Up to 32 GB is recommended for the USB stick used for the update.
• USB Stick Format: The USB stick must be formatted with FAT32.
• Firmware File Name: The firmware file is named "TB662DW58.ufw".
• Firmware Version Display: After a successful update, the Soundbar's display will show "MO.17 H0.14 D1.15.0.0" when checking the firmware version. This indicates the module, hardware, and software versions.

Usage Features

The document focuses on the firmware update procedure, which involves several steps related to preparing a USB stick and interacting with the Soundbar and its remote control.

Firmware Update Process:

1. Download: The firmware update file (fw_md45377.zip) must be downloaded from a specified URL.
2. USB Stick Preparation:
   • Users are advised to back up any existing data on their USB stick.
   • The USB stick needs to be formatted to FAT32 using the computer's file explorer.
   • The firmware file (TB662DW58.ufw) must be extracted from the downloaded zip folder and copied to the root directory of the freshly formatted USB stick.
3. Update Execution on Soundbar:
   • Power Cycle: The Soundbar must be disconnected from the mains, then reconnected, placing it in standby mode.
   • USB Connection: The prepared USB stick is then connected to the Soundbar's USB socket.
   • Remote Control Input: A specific sequence of buttons on the Soundbar's remote control must be pressed: [ Next ] then [ Previous ] and then [ Vol+ ].
   • Update Indication: The Soundbar's display will show "USB UPG-ING" during the flashing process, which takes up to one minute.
   • Completion Indication: The update is complete when only a single dot "." is shown on the Soundbar's display.
   • Verification: To check the newly installed FW version, users press [ Next ] then [ Previous ] and then [ Vol- ] on the remote control. The display should then show "MO.17 H0.14 D1.15.0.0".
   • Final Steps: After verification, the USB stick should be disconnected, and the Soundbar unplugged from the mains for at least one minute before being reconnected.

Maintenance Features

The document primarily describes a self-maintenance procedure in the form of a firmware update. This update is crucial for maintaining the intended functionality of the Soundbar, specifically to resolve a "standby phenomenon."

Key Maintenance Aspects:

• User-Performable Update: The firmware update is designed to be carried out by the user, indicating a degree of user serviceability for software-related issues.
• Data Backup Recommendation: Before formatting the USB stick, users are explicitly advised to back up their data, which is a standard best practice for data integrity during maintenance procedures.
• Firmware Version Check: The ability to check the installed firmware version allows users to confirm the success of the update and to troubleshoot if necessary.
• Disclaimer: MEDION explicitly states that it does not accept responsibility for any damage or loss of data caused by the execution of this update, placing the onus on the user to follow instructions carefully. This is a common disclaimer for user-performed software updates.

In summary, while detailed technical specifications of the Soundbar itself are not provided, the document offers a comprehensive guide for a critical firmware update, highlighting the steps, necessary tools, and user interactions required to maintain the device's optimal performance and address specific operational issues.

Medion LIFE P64377 Specifications

General

Brand	Medion
Model	LIFE P64377
Category	Speaker System
Language	English