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Instructions for updating the LEICA M8 Firmware
1. Format a memory card in your LEICA M8.
2. Turn off the camera and insert the card into an SD card reader – either integrated or connected to
your computer. (A reader is required for Firmware updates).
3. Download the Firmware file from the Leica M8 site using the “UPDATES” link and unzip the file.
4. Save the unzipped file m8-1_xx.upd at the top level of the card’s folder structure. xx stands for
the version.
Top level of card’s folder structure
5. Remove the card properly from your card reader, insert the card into the camera and close the
bottom cover.
6. Turn on the camera using the main switch and wait for at least 3 seconds before continuing
with step 7.
7. Confirm the prompt that appears in the monitor as to whether you want to update the Firmware
on the camera to version 1.xx.
The update process takes around 180s. You will then be prompted to restart the camera using the
main switch.
8. Turn the camera off and back on again.
Note:
If the battery does not have sufficient charge, you will see a corresponding warning message.
Firmware version 1.110 - The update adds these improvements to your camera:
6 Bit lens codes for Summarit-M lenses 35, 50, 75 and 90 mm
Time shortened between pre-flash and main flash in M-TTL mode with flashes LEICA SF24
D and SCA compatible flashguns
function of the central setting wheel on the camera back improved (unintentional scrolling
of the menu now prevented)
battery capacity display improved
Change in the French menu: «Marche +UV/IR» instead «Marche avec»