Updating the firmware of your Godox AD200 Pro flash unit can bring improvements, bug fixes, and new features. To update the firmware, follow these general steps:
1. Download Firmware Update: Visit the official Godox website or your regional Godox distributor's website to find the latest firmware update for the Godox AD200 Pro. Download the firmware update file to your computer.
2. Prepare a Memory Card: You'll need an SD card or a microSD card (with an adapter) to perform the firmware update. Format the card in your camera or computer to ensure it's clean and free of other files.
3. Copy Firmware to Memory Card: Open the downloaded firmware update file and extract its contents if necessary. Copy the firmware update file (usually a ".bin" file) to the root directory of the memory card. Make sure no other files are on the card.
4. Insert Memory Card into Flash: Ensure your Godox AD200 Pro is turned off. Insert the memory card with the firmware update file into the flash's memory card slot.
5. Perform the Update: Power on the flash. The flash will detect the firmware update on the memory card and prompt you to update. Follow the on-screen instructions on the flash's display to initiate the firmware update.
6. Do Not Interrupt: Once the firmware update process starts, let it complete without interruption. Do not turn off the flash or remove the memory card until the update is finished.
7. Confirmation: After the update is complete, the flash will restart. Check the flash's display to ensure that the firmware version has been updated.
8. Remove Memory Card: Turn off the flash and then remove the memory card from the memory card slot.
9. Restore Settings: Since firmware updates might reset some settings to default, review and adjust your flash settings as needed.
It's important to follow the specific instructions provided by Godox in the firmware update documentation. Firmware update procedures might vary based on the model and firmware version of your Godox AD200 Pro. Always ensure you he a stable power source and a reliable memory card to oid any issues during the update process.
For the most accurate and up-to-date instructions, refer to the official Godox website or the user manual that came with your Godox AD200 Pro flash unit.