Onkyo TX-SR705 Firmware Update

l8fr82hub · 07-12-2008, 10:29 AM

I purchased an Onkyo TX-SR705 from Circuit City last weekend and so far am very happy with it. I tried registering it on the Onkyo web site so I could download the firmware update but the web site said my serial number was invalid. After going back and forth with Onkyo's customer service and sending them pictures of my receiver they said the serial number is invalid and to return it. The problem is this model has been discontinued and they don't have another. This was a display model and I got a great deal on it so I'm inclined to keep it.

I still need to update the firmware and Onkyo won't send it to me. Any chance someone could send me the latest firmware? PM me if you can.
Thanks.

Loves2Watch · 07-12-2008, 10:43 AM

First, the firmware requires you to take or ship it to Onkyo or an authorized service center to have it installed.

Second, what issue are you having that the firmware would resolve?

l8fr82hub · 07-12-2008, 10:56 AM

This model the DSP's can be updated by burning the update (a .wav file) to a CD and playing it through the #1 optical input.

As for why; there is a DTS HD MA "gunshot" problem that can damage the speakers. The firmware update corrects the problem.

Loves2Watch · 07-12-2008, 11:16 AM

I'll see if I can find it for you then...Try this while I am searching - http://63.148.251.142/download/firmw...re_replace.cfm

l8fr82hub · 07-12-2008, 11:58 AM

That site doesn't recognize my serial number as being associated with a 705. Onkyo claims the serial number I have is for a TX-SR304 even though the pictures I sent them clearly show its a 705. Thanks for your help.

Loves2Watch · 07-12-2008, 02:25 PM

Then somebody at the place you purchased it swapped the serial numbers. I would certainly be contacting them to assist in this matter.

l8fr82hub · 07-12-2008, 05:58 PM

I did talk to the manager at Circuit City and he tried to resolve the issue with Onkyo to no avail. The sticker material is so thin it looks like it would be difficult to remove and reinstall on another unit without showing evidence of tampering. I can't see how anyone would benefit from such a switch anyway. I think it's more likely a clerical error at the manufacturer.

Loves2Watch · 07-12-2008, 08:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by l8fr82hub

I think it's more likely a clerical error at the manufacturer.

I seriously doubt that because of strict adherence to production/serial number runs.

Loves2Watch · 07-12-2008, 09:23 PM

Can you post a close up picture of the back panel of your 705?

l8fr82hub · 07-14-2008, 07:32 AM

Picture is attached.

I experienced the "gunshot" problem last night while watching AVP-Requiem. Fortunately is seems no speakers were damaged. Going back to lossy audio until I get firmware update or another receiver.

Loves2Watch · 07-14-2008, 09:26 AM

I have not been able to find the update as of yet but will continue to look. I would forward that photo to Onkyo technical support and see what they have to say then.

l8fr82hub · 07-15-2008, 02:12 AM

Found the update for mine and several other Onkyo models. Here's a link if anyone else needs it.
www./avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1016297

GoD_Above · 07-15-2008, 05:44 PM

l8fr82hub looks to be a B

S website to me....

Loves2Watch · 07-15-2008, 07:27 PM

Saw no SPAM there as it is the AVS forum. The link won't work as the rules dictate.

mshulman · 07-15-2008, 09:15 PM

How much do service centers charge to update and how can I tell my version number?

07-12-2008, 10:43 AM	#2
Loves2Watch Ohmmmmmm Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: AZ, NM, TX, MX Posts: 15,819	First, the firmware requires you to take or ship it to Onkyo or an authorized service center to have it installed. Second, what issue are you having that the firmware would resolve? __________________ Theater 1 - Panasonic PT-AE4000U, Draper Premier 119" 16:9 Projector Screen, Panasonic TH-85PF12U Plasma TV, 6 Conrad Johnson LP275M Amps, Anthem Statement D-2 Pre/Pro, 6 Thiel SCS4 Speakers, 2 REL T-1 Subs, Infinity Interlude 120S Sub, Simaudio MOON Orbiter Universal Disc Player, ELP Laser Turntable, 2 Dish Network ViP 622 DVR's, Oppo BDP-83 Blu-ray Player, Onkyo DV-HD805 HD DVD Player. Friends don't let friends buy Korean brand TV's or Sony audio equipment.

07-12-2008, 10:56 AM	#3
l8fr82hub My plasma is High Def. Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 7	This model the DSP's can be updated by burning the update (a .wav file) to a CD and playing it through the #1 optical input. As for why; there is a DTS HD MA "gunshot" problem that can damage the speakers. The firmware update corrects the problem. Last edited by l8fr82hub; 07-12-2008 at 11:01 AM.

07-12-2008, 11:16 AM	#4
Loves2Watch Ohmmmmmm Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: AZ, NM, TX, MX Posts: 15,819	I'll see if I can find it for you then...Try this while I am searching - http://63.148.251.142/download/firmw...re_replace.cfm __________________ Theater 1 - Panasonic PT-AE4000U, Draper Premier 119" 16:9 Projector Screen, Panasonic TH-85PF12U Plasma TV, 6 Conrad Johnson LP275M Amps, Anthem Statement D-2 Pre/Pro, 6 Thiel SCS4 Speakers, 2 REL T-1 Subs, Infinity Interlude 120S Sub, Simaudio MOON Orbiter Universal Disc Player, ELP Laser Turntable, 2 Dish Network ViP 622 DVR's, Oppo BDP-83 Blu-ray Player, Onkyo DV-HD805 HD DVD Player. Friends don't let friends buy Korean brand TV's or Sony audio equipment. Last edited by Loves2Watch; 07-12-2008 at 11:22 AM.

07-12-2008, 02:25 PM	#6
Loves2Watch Ohmmmmmm Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: AZ, NM, TX, MX Posts: 15,819	Then somebody at the place you purchased it swapped the serial numbers. I would certainly be contacting them to assist in this matter. __________________ Theater 1 - Panasonic PT-AE4000U, Draper Premier 119" 16:9 Projector Screen, Panasonic TH-85PF12U Plasma TV, 6 Conrad Johnson LP275M Amps, Anthem Statement D-2 Pre/Pro, 6 Thiel SCS4 Speakers, 2 REL T-1 Subs, Infinity Interlude 120S Sub, Simaudio MOON Orbiter Universal Disc Player, ELP Laser Turntable, 2 Dish Network ViP 622 DVR's, Oppo BDP-83 Blu-ray Player, Onkyo DV-HD805 HD DVD Player. Friends don't let friends buy Korean brand TV's or Sony audio equipment.

07-12-2008, 09:23 PM	#9
Loves2Watch Ohmmmmmm Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: AZ, NM, TX, MX Posts: 15,819	Can you post a close up picture of the back panel of your 705? __________________ Theater 1 - Panasonic PT-AE4000U, Draper Premier 119" 16:9 Projector Screen, Panasonic TH-85PF12U Plasma TV, 6 Conrad Johnson LP275M Amps, Anthem Statement D-2 Pre/Pro, 6 Thiel SCS4 Speakers, 2 REL T-1 Subs, Infinity Interlude 120S Sub, Simaudio MOON Orbiter Universal Disc Player, ELP Laser Turntable, 2 Dish Network ViP 622 DVR's, Oppo BDP-83 Blu-ray Player, Onkyo DV-HD805 HD DVD Player. Friends don't let friends buy Korean brand TV's or Sony audio equipment.

07-12-2008, 10:29 AM	#1
l8fr82hub My plasma is High Def. Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 7	Onkyo TX-SR705 Firmware Update I purchased an Onkyo TX-SR705 from Circuit City last weekend and so far am very happy with it. I tried registering it on the Onkyo web site so I could download the firmware update but the web site said my serial number was invalid. After going back and forth with Onkyo's customer service and sending them pictures of my receiver they said the serial number is invalid and to return it. The problem is this model has been discontinued and they don't have another. This was a display model and I got a great deal on it so I'm inclined to keep it. I still need to update the firmware and Onkyo won't send it to me. Any chance someone could send me the latest firmware? PM me if you can. Thanks.

07-12-2008, 11:58 AM	#5
l8fr82hub My plasma is High Def. Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 7	That site doesn't recognize my serial number as being associated with a 705. Onkyo claims the serial number I have is for a TX-SR304 even though the pictures I sent them clearly show its a 705. Thanks for your help.

07-12-2008, 05:58 PM	#7
l8fr82hub My plasma is High Def. Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 7	I did talk to the manager at Circuit City and he tried to resolve the issue with Onkyo to no avail. The sticker material is so thin it looks like it would be difficult to remove and reinstall on another unit without showing evidence of tampering. I can't see how anyone would benefit from such a switch anyway. I think it's more likely a clerical error at the manufacturer.

07-14-2008, 09:26 AM	#11
Loves2Watch Ohmmmmmm Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: AZ, NM, TX, MX Posts: 15,819	I have not been able to find the update as of yet but will continue to look. I would forward that photo to Onkyo technical support and see what they have to say then. __________________ Theater 1 - Panasonic PT-AE4000U, Draper Premier 119" 16:9 Projector Screen, Panasonic TH-85PF12U Plasma TV, 6 Conrad Johnson LP275M Amps, Anthem Statement D-2 Pre/Pro, 6 Thiel SCS4 Speakers, 2 REL T-1 Subs, Infinity Interlude 120S Sub, Simaudio MOON Orbiter Universal Disc Player, ELP Laser Turntable, 2 Dish Network ViP 622 DVR's, Oppo BDP-83 Blu-ray Player, Onkyo DV-HD805 HD DVD Player. Friends don't let friends buy Korean brand TV's or Sony audio equipment.

07-15-2008, 02:12 AM	#12
l8fr82hub My plasma is High Def. Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 7	Found the update for mine and several other Onkyo models. Here's a link if anyone else needs it. www./avs-vb/showthread.php?t=1016297 Last edited by l8fr82hub; 07-15-2008 at 09:26 PM.

07-15-2008, 05:44 PM	#13
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07-15-2008, 07:27 PM	#14
Loves2Watch Ohmmmmmm Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: AZ, NM, TX, MX Posts: 15,819	Saw no SPAM there as it is the AVS forum. The link won't work as the rules dictate. __________________ Theater 1 - Panasonic PT-AE4000U, Draper Premier 119" 16:9 Projector Screen, Panasonic TH-85PF12U Plasma TV, 6 Conrad Johnson LP275M Amps, Anthem Statement D-2 Pre/Pro, 6 Thiel SCS4 Speakers, 2 REL T-1 Subs, Infinity Interlude 120S Sub, Simaudio MOON Orbiter Universal Disc Player, ELP Laser Turntable, 2 Dish Network ViP 622 DVR's, Oppo BDP-83 Blu-ray Player, Onkyo DV-HD805 HD DVD Player. Friends don't let friends buy Korean brand TV's or Sony audio equipment.

07-15-2008, 09:15 PM	#15
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