Canon ME200S-SH Camcorder Firmware 1.0.1.1.00

Firmware Version 1.0.1.1.00 incorporates the following enhancements:

1. Three camera modes have been added:
- Tv: Shutter speed is selectable. Iris, Gain and ND Filter* are set automatically.
- Av: Iris is selectable. Shutter speed, Gain and ND Filter* are set automatically.
- AGC: Shutter speed and Iris are selectable. Gain and ND Filter* are set automatically.
*ND Filter also can be set manually.
2. Adds Peripheral Illumination Correction for the following lenses:
- EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM
- EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM
- EF 24-105mm f/4L IS II USM
3. Adds chroma-key correction menu function.
4. Adds three white balance modes when the camera is set to Auto: White balance Set, Preset, and Color temperature.
5. Adds 25PsF on output format.
6. Adds [59.94P(i)]* and [50.00P(i)]* output setting for Monitor terminal.
- When the frame rate is set to 59.94P (NTSC) or 50.00P (PAL), the 3G/HD-SDI 1 / MONITOR terminal can be set to output interlaced signal.
* When using this setting 3G/HD-SDI 2 will output progressive signal.

Precaution:

Firmware Version 1.0.1.1.00 is for ME200S-SH cameras with Firmware Version 1.0.0.1.00. If your camera's firmware is already Version 1.0.1.1.00, it is not necessary to update the firmware. Once the camera is updated to the latest version, it cannot be restored to a previous version.

Preparations for the Firmware Update:

After the Firmware update has been performed, the date/time settings and the camera's menu settings will be reset. Please configure the date/time settings and the camera's menu settings to their pre-update values after the firmware update is complete.

The downloaded folder contains the firmware (file name: VMC1.FIM / file size: 22,741,020 bytes), and instructions on the firmware update procedures (a PDF file in four languages: Japanese, English, French and Spanish). Before starting the firmware update operations, please be sure to carefully confirm your understanding of these instructions.

About Camcorder Firmware:

Upgrading your camcorder to a different firmware version should improve the device’s overall performance and stability, resolve various issues, and add support for newly developed features or enhance existing ones.

On the other hand, downgrading the camcorder’s firmware can recover its functionality in the unlikely event that the currently installed version is faulty or the device’s performance dropped after an upgrade. However, you should bear in mind that applying an earlier build might not always be possible.

It is recommended that changing the camcorder’s firmware be carefully performed by a power user, but the process can also be initiated by a regular user at his or her own risk. Whichever the case, this step should be taken only when absolutely necessary.

When it comes to updating the device, make sure that you have saved all your personal data and configurations before initiating the process, and that the battery is fully charged. You’re not to use the unit’s buttons while the installation is in progress either.

As for the update method, most of the times, you’re supposed to copy the firmware file onto a suitable memory card, insert it into the camcorder, and start the upgrade from the device’s update section menu.

Still, each device has specific steps for a successful upgrade and various ways to enter update mode, which means that, before you set off to work, you must carefully read and understand the product’s installation guide.

With this in mind, if you consider installing this firmware, click on the download button, get the desired version, and apply it to the device; if not, check with our website as often as possible so that you don’t miss the update that will boost your camcorder’s performance.