Phase One has just announced a new firmware update for the 645DF+ camera body. This update addresses a number of stability issues; which should benefit many customers. The update provides increased stability, and addresses the possibility of inappropriate errors of “Err DB”, “Cap DB” and “No DB”.
Stay posted to the Capture Integration blog for technical feedback. Please read below, and let us know if you need any assistance with your updates.
Phase One Official Release Note
New firmware release version 2.27 for the Phase One 645DF+ Camera body
Firmware version in the 645DF+ camera body can be checked on the LCD screen of the camera by selecting custom function 99. Firmware version 2.24 is is highly recommended for all 645DF+ cameras, updating to version 2.27 requires Firmware Updater 3.2 or later available from: http://www.phaseone.com/en/Downloads/Camera-Firmware.aspx
The firmware update version 2.27 is highly recommended for all 645DF+ cameras. Together with IQ firmware version 5.11.36 for IQ digital backs (IQ140, IQ160, IQ180, IQ260, IQ260 Achromatic, and IQ280), this update ensures increased stability with the Phase One 645DF+ camera and IQ back.
The current firmware version of the 645DF+ camera body can be confirmed on the main LCD screen of the camera body by selecting custom function 99.
Quick Tip
In order to lower the failure rate of “Err DB”, “Cap DB” and “No DB” from the camera it is important to always try to work with fully charged 645DF+ batteries.
You can update your firmware in the Phase One 645DF+ camera by using the USB port on your V – Grip Air – If you do not have the V-Grip Air, please contact Capture Integration, in order to get your camera body upgraded to latest version. For more information about how to upgrade the camera body using the V-Grip Air, please contact our Tech Support Team or read this Phase One Knowledge Base article.
Based on our testing, this release is CI Approved. Contact our tech team if you have any questions regarding this firmware update.