Your Universal Remote Control Center
RemoteCentral.com
Philips iPronto Forum - View Post
Previous section Next section Previous page Next page Up level
Up level
The following page was printed from RemoteCentral.com:

Login:
Pass:
 
 

Page 1 of 4
Topic:
New iPronto firmware 1.6.21
This thread has 48 replies. Displaying posts 1 through 15.
Post 1 made on Tuesday May 11, 2004 at 09:17
ProntoTeam
Philips Remote Controls
Joined:
Posts:
September 2003
52
Dear iPronto Users,

we have just released the new iPronto firmware 1.6.21

This new firmware is a large step forward for the iPronto in terms of stability, reliability and flexibility.

This software version went through a Beta test cycle where a broad group tested the specific improvements and stability of the firmware. Thanks to several members from this forum. The main focus of this upgrade is to bring the product to a level so that it can be used in more complex installations reliably.

To be able to offer the increased stability meant that we had to remove the quarter view in the remote under the 3rd soft button and replaced it with an additional browser window.

The main area of improvements are:
•Faster and more stable user interface
•The network settings, which now ensure a reliable and permanent network connection.
•Increased the allowable configuration file for complex files from 4mb to 6MB XML.
•The browser software was improved and now offers better error handling and the ability to use the input fields in Java applets.

The above improvements combined with the others listed on the following pages now make the iPronto an even stronger candidate for installations that require control using a larger screen and infotainment such as EPG and internet.

Please see the following for further details
[Link: pronto.philips.com]

Please be aware that a new iProntoEdit 2.3.2 is needed to work with firmware version 1.6.21

regards
The Philips ProntoTeam
Post 2 made on Tuesday May 11, 2004 at 11:08
peter pollack
Lurking Member
Joined:
Posts:
March 2004
5
I must say I am completly Underwelmed!!! Come on guys get with it...you are taking too long to implement real value on this great idea and platform!!!!!!!!




On 05/11/04 09:17, ProntoTeam said...
Dear iPronto Users,

we have just released the new iPronto firmware
1.6.21

This new firmware is a large step forward for
the iPronto in terms of stability, reliability
and flexibility.


This software version went through a Beta test
cycle where a broad group tested the specific
improvements and stability of the firmware. Thanks
to several members from this forum. The main focus
of this upgrade is to bring the product to a level
so that it can be used in more complex installations
reliably.

To be able to offer the increased stability meant
that we had to remove the quarter view in the
remote under the 3rd soft button and replaced
it with an additional browser window.

The main area of improvements are:

•Faster and more stable user interface
•The network settings, which now ensure a reliable
and permanent network connection.

•Increased the allowable configuration file for
complex files from 4mb to 6MB XML.
•The browser software was improved and now offers
better error handling and the ability to use the
input fields in Java applets.

The above improvements combined with the others
listed on the following pages now make the iPronto
an even stronger candidate for installations that
require control using a larger screen and infotainment
such as EPG and internet.

Please see the following for further details
[Link: pronto.philips.com]

Please be aware that a new iProntoEdit 2.3.2 is
needed to work with firmware version 1.6.21

regards
The Philips ProntoTeam
Post 3 made on Tuesday May 11, 2004 at 11:53
jwilliams
Founding Member
Joined:
Posts:
September 2001
5
I wouldn’t be so hard on them just yet; I debated for a long time on whether to purchase an iPronto and I did purchase one 2 weeks ago. After decent success with the 2000 I wanted something more and purchased a 6000 and what a disappointment that was. Philips at one time had earned my respect as a company that could deliver cutting edge products but after my last several purchases of there cutting edge products (TSU-6000, DirecTV Tivo, and DVD recorder sorry I can’t remember the model # its been it when in the trash long ago) I’ve ended up with a bunch of stuff that never worked as advertised and or was completely unreliable.

I should have purchased a Crestron in the first place and been done with it but I’m an engineer and I like to play with things.

I glad to see that they have a presence on this board and are diligently working on issues and enhancements. Everyone wants enhancements and expanded capabilities and I’m sure they’ll come in time but remember that existing issues need to be corrected first. I’m not defending Philips just my fellow engineers.

But if they drop the ball on this one I’ll purchase a Crestron, line up my 3 Pronto’s and shoot them with a 12 gauge slug one at a time and never purchase another Philips product again.
Post 4 made on Tuesday May 11, 2004 at 14:08
max viegas
Long Time Member
Joined:
Posts:
March 2004
105
To the Pronto Team at Philips,

One upgrade I think you guys should make very, very quickly is to add Canada to the EPG registration list.

When I went to activate my EPG in the region section it only gives you 2 options "USA" or "Europe"

Please add canada so I can simply download my EPG because right now it is a waste of one of the best features the iPronto has to offer.

Thank You,
MAX
Post 5 made on Tuesday May 11, 2004 at 16:03
olivier2
Lurking Member
Joined:
Posts:
April 2004
8
I upgrade my ipronto with the lastest firmware 1.6.21 and now impossible to connecting to the web.

Have you a solution ?

Thanks in advance
Post 6 made on Tuesday May 11, 2004 at 17:27
nrmsmith
Long Time Member
Joined:
Posts:
February 2004
36
Its bit a disaster for me as well. The EPG is screwed up - doesn't seem to understand British Summer Time - which was working fine before the upgrade.

Nigel
Post 7 made on Tuesday May 11, 2004 at 18:28
arif
Lurking Member
Joined:
Posts:
May 2004
4
Agreed it is a disaster of a release -
1. Cant get epg - as it cant find a network
2. cant browse
3. Can see I have a network signal and the correct ssid applied
4. Am using said wireless network to send this post.
5. on plus side - remote seems to work with the old icf

Going to try upgrading the edit software reload icf and resend it to ipronto and see if this makes any difference.
Great product, but this release aye aye aye, lucky my girlfriend isnt around otherwise the ipronto would by flying out the window.

Arif
On 05/11/04 17:27, nrmsmith said...
Its bit a disaster for me as well. The EPG is
screwed up - doesn't seem to understand British
Summer Time - which was working fine before the
upgrade.

Nigel
Post 8 made on Tuesday May 11, 2004 at 20:59
VeniceDre
Long Time Member
Joined:
Posts:
December 2003
19
Updated firmware... Updated EPG... Seems to be working fine... The XML portion of my ICF is just over 6MB and still works... but then again it worked with the old firmware which was supposed to be restricted to 4MB.

The Ipronto does seem to be pulling up panels just a tad faster.
Post 9 made on Tuesday May 11, 2004 at 21:03
max viegas
Long Time Member
Joined:
Posts:
March 2004
105
You need to also download the new iPronto Edit for your remote to connect with the wireless network.

I set mine up and it works perfect, but to tell you the truth the only difference I have seen is "I cant use the multi remote function anymore"

To me it doesn't seem like pages switch any faster, the internet still takes the same amount of time to load and I dont really need 6 hard buttons that all start the internet browser.

When I heard there was going to be a new release it also said that there would be many upgrades involved, I haven't really noticed any, and I hope they come out with another firmware upgrade soon that actually uses some of the option on the remote.

Like the microphone so you can voice command your home theater and the speakers.

But I have a feeling we wont be seeing another upgrade for the next 4 months atleast.

MAX
Post 10 made on Tuesday May 11, 2004 at 21:13
jfinneru
Lurking Member
Joined:
Posts:
April 2004
2
I am trying to download the new firmware, but my ipronto just shows the blue screen with the philips/ipronto logo. nothing happens. if I try to reset it just tells me to put in the ac and press a buuton to download new firmware. how long is it supposed to take? what to do if the software in the ipronto is corrupted? pls somebody give me a helping hand on this
Post 11 made on Tuesday May 11, 2004 at 21:36
jwilliams
Founding Member
Joined:
Posts:
September 2001
5
Upgraded without issue, but I did have to update the EGP data right after but it did update.
Post 12 made on Wednesday May 12, 2004 at 06:52
Kees van der Meer
Long Time Member
Joined:
Posts:
December 2003
162
If I’m allowed to speak for all who were involved in the Betatest program, we also were disappointed when we heard that there wouldn’t be really new features in the version we then were going to be testing.
To think of what more you could do with a sophisticated machine as the iPronto should be not very complex. More features, more fun! I also like new gadgets as all of you out there, but first condition is that you have to create a stable and reliable workaround for it. When you have reached that point then you think about adding new stuff. I am not a Philips employee but I support their point of view on this. Think of it as a car; you can add a lot of fancy accessories to it, but it gets you nowhere if the motor isn’t working properly.

Believe me, during the Beta test period we have ventilated really loads of new ideas for the iPronto. Too much to name them here but many items are also discussed here on this forum. I trust that now the Prontoteam has succeeded in creating a more stable and a much improved faster workaround, they will put all available time and energy to implement new features and functionalities to this great device soon.

Kees
Post 13 made on Wednesday May 12, 2004 at 08:05
pipman
Long Time Member
Joined:
Posts:
October 2003
22
Kees,

An excellent response to which I totally agree, now we have the stable environment may the new features be plentiful!

On your comment re. the suggestions made by the beta testers, you say too many to list here but surely us in the non-beta community deserve some sort of idea as to what the development plans are.

Probably not your place to comment but somebody in the Pronto team should think about announcing their plans...

Phil
Post 14 made on Wednesday May 12, 2004 at 08:18
Kees van der Meer
Long Time Member
Joined:
Posts:
December 2003
162
Agreed!

Kees
Post 15 made on Wednesday May 12, 2004 at 13:07
Andrew Dade
Long Time Member
Joined:
Posts:
March 2004
134
Must say I too have to agree with kees here, when mine was working it was anything but stable... particularly the browser.

I will miss the 1/4 view though, anyone know why this caused problems ?

Andrew
Find in this thread:
Page 1 of 4


Jump to


Protected Feature Before you can reply to a message...
You must first register for a Remote Central user account - it's fast and free! Or, if you already have an account, please login now.

Please read the following: Unsolicited commercial advertisements are absolutely not permitted on this forum. Other private buy & sell messages should be posted to our Marketplace. For information on how to advertise your service or product click here. Remote Central reserves the right to remove or modify any post that is deemed inappropriate.

Hosting Services by ipHouse