Firmware Upgrade for iAudio G2
The firmware update must be performed in 'Recovery Mode' if not in 'Recovery mode', update will fail with the following error message:
'Please use 'Recovery mode' to install new firmware! (Recovery mode is entered by holding down the play button during the whole process)
To see directions on how to enter "Recovery Mode", Please see How do I get into the recovery mode with my iAudio G3 and G2?
[Installation steps]
(Important notice)
-Do not use a USB hub or any type of device in conjunction with the computer. Use a USB port on the computer directly to connect the device.
-Do not turn the computer off during upgrading firmware
Step 1
Download iAUDIO G3 firmware installation file: G2 FIRMWARE DOWNLOAD
Step 2
Unzip the installation file and execute 'Setup.exe'.
Step 3
Click 'Agree' -> 'Next' -> 'Finish' installing Firmware update program by following the instruction from the installation wizard.
Step 4
Remove battery from the iAUDIO. While holding down the 'PLAY' button on the iAUDIO, Connect iAUDIO to a PC Using the USB cable.
(Please note that the the image below is not a G2 model although the procedure is very much the same)
Step 5
Please hold down the 'PLAY' button until windows begin 'New hardware found' wizard. (Please make sure to hold down the play button during the entire hardware wizard process).
Step 6
Windows will begin 'New hardware found' wizard, and it recognized iAUDIO in recovery mode. Make sure to select to update the hareware automatically and not through a internet update. Also do not restart windows if it asks you to do so. After the hardware wizard update is complete windows will soon display that the iAudio player is being recognized.
Step 7
You can now let go of the play button and start your firmware download program. If you have successfully installed the firmware program it should be located at the following location:
'Start' -> 'All Programs' -> 'Cowon' -> 'iAUDIO G2' -> 'Firmware Download'
Step 8
The program will try and locate the device, once the device is recognized a iAudio G2 firmware download window will display. Click 'Start' to begin installation. Updating firmware will format iAUDIO and erase all data, so make sure to back up all your data before update.
Step 9
Press 'Close' to finish update.
Step 10
Disconnect iAUDIO from the PC, and confirm the new firmware is updated from the information section in the menu.
EMERGENCY PROCEDURE:
If the unit does not power up after the firmware update please try the following:
- Try using a later version of the firmware on our website.
