EOS 40D firmware update version 1.1.1
Canon has announced a new firmware update (Version 1.1.1) for the EOS 40D SLR. The firmware update Version 1.1.1 incorporates the following fixes and improvements.
1. Fixes a malfunction that in rare occurrence causes a low battery indication to be displayed when using the EF85mm f/1.2L II USM lens. Depending on the battery check timing of the camera, the battery level displayed on the camera's LCD data panel may show ‘Battery will be exhausted soon’ or ‘Battery must be recharged’, even though the battery capacity is sufficient.
2. Fixes a malfunction that in rare occurrence causes an ‘Err 06 Self Cleaning Sensor malfunction’ to appear on the camera's LCD monitor and LCD data panel, even when the Self Cleaning Sensor Unit is operating normally. This message may appear depending on the timing of when the camera is switched to the ON position.
3. Fixes a malfunction that prevents correct colours from being printed when direct printing. RAW images captured using the camera's custom Picture Styles (Emerald, etc.), which have been downloaded from Canon's website and registered under ‘User Def. 2’ or ‘User Def. 3’.
4. Modifies the level of subject brightness that causes the AF-assist beam to fire when using an external Speedlite.
5. Enables an external flash connected to the camera's synchro terminal to fire even when the camera's built-in flash is popped up.
Version 1.1.1 firmware is for EOS 40D cameras with firmware up to Version 1.1.0. If the camera's firmware is already Version 1.1.1, it is not necessary to update the firmware.
To download firmware version 1.1.1 click here. Before downloading the firmware update, please be sure to read the entire contents of the page linked to above.
