Sony Official Firmware Guide

[Demonchild]

In case anyone needs a reference. From versions 3.03 and below, updates are region-specific. Choose carefully!

Sony Official Firmware Guide

Current Version : PSP Fat - v5.01, PSP Slim - v5.01 , PSP 3000 - v5.01

Version 5.01 is the latest among the loads of firmware updates for the Fat PSP, and only one of the numerous for the Slim. (Told you I will stop) This firmware update has been released on 1022, and is meant for everyone.. :) You can download the update via Network Update. To see if you have the firmware version currently running from your PSP, go to Settings > System Settings > System Information. The first or should line should tell which version you have. If you are under the latest firmware, (5.00 and below) your PSP is outdated.

*sigh* Bug fixes, bug fixes.

Version 5.01 Feature List - Download
Corrects issues relating to larger capacity PRO Duos. Namely users who own an 8 or 16 GB stick were left with an insufficient space error when downloading content from the PlayStation Store.

You can obtain the latest firmware in 3 ways. (4 ways, but that day will eventually come)

A. The most popular way is to boot the PSP to the XMB, and scroll to the [Settings] category. Then, go up to [Network Update]. Allow the Network Update to search for the available updates. If you need the update, it will inform you that there is a new version available. You can go ahead, and download the update. Update files range around 20-25 MB, so make sure you have that space on your PSP. The Update will ask you to confirm this. Once download begins, you will be downloading and saving the update to your Memory Stick, so make sure you stay in range to prevent losing a connection, or getting a corrupted download file. Once that is done, Network Update will exit.

NOTE : You must have connection to a wireless access point for this to work.

B. The next way is to use a computer to transfer the update data. To do this, go to the respective PSP site for your PSP. (There are different update files for different region versions of the PSP. - Refer to your manual for info.) Download the data. It will be a raw 'EBOOT.PBP' file. To transfer it to your PSP, put your PSP into USB Mode by going to Settings > USB Connection. Once, the computer recognizes your PSP, go into it. Go to the PSP folder, and create a 'GAME' Folder if there isn't one already. Then, create a 'UPDATE' folder within the GAME folder. Transfer the EBOOT.PBP file you downloaded, and keep the name JUST AS IT IS to the UPDATE folder. You can now disconnect from USB Mode.

On your PSP, go right to the [GAME] Category, and scroll down to the Memory Stick. Press X (or O) to enter. The update should be at the very top of the list, and it should be labeled PSP Update 3.XX. The update will now begin. You need a near full battery for the update to allow you to update. If you lack that, charge your battery to 78% or so. Try again, and you should be able to update. Press X and scroll through the agreement. Accept it, and the Feature List will appear telling you the new features that will be installed to your PSP once update is complete. The update will now begin. (DO NOT TURN OFF THE PSP, REMOVE THE MEMORY STICK, OR MESS WITH YOUR CHARGER.. TAKING IT IN AND OUT CAN MESS UP WITH YOUR UPDATE.) Wait for progress to reach 100%. The update will now inform you that it is safe to reboot your PSP by pressing X or O. Do it, and you will be rebooted into the XMB eventually. Now, if you are done with the update file, go back to it, press the Triangle Key, and delete it. Your PSP is now up to date.

C. Using an UMD will be near impossible unless you have an older PSP and have no clue on how to update or haven't done it in a while. With every game, there is a firmware requirement for your PSP. Your PSP must be on or over that version it wants in order for your PSP to play it. To upgrade via UMD, insert any game. Once, it loads, you will see 2 UMD discs. The first one is the game, the second one is the one containing the update. Start that. Follow the steps for upgrade. Once done, you will need a restart so let the PSP do that and reboot you to the XMB. You can update via that way as well, but the version required for the games are relatively outdated, and homebrew plugins just disguise the firmware version as something else.

D. (In Japan Only) Download the update via your PlayStation 3 console, and transfer to the PSP via the USB Cable, and launch the update from the PSP system.

Whichever way you do it, you will be up to date with the latest official firmware from Sony. Enjoy the upgrade..Well, not really.

Past Firmware Versions

5.00 Feature List - Download
-[PlayStation Network] Category added to XMB. Allows PSP users to access the PSN.
-Sleep timer now implemented in the music player
-[USB Auto-connect] is added. When enabled, the PSP will automatically go to USB Mode when a USB cable is connected.
-The XMB Theme has been redesigned. You can switch between the new and old versions.
-A full screen OSK has been implemented. It takes the form of a QWERTY keyboard.
-PlayStation® format software can now be output in interlace format on a connected device.
-PlayStation® format software can now be output in full-screen size on a connected device.

4.20 Feature List
-4.20 not available for download.
-Release firmware for PSP-3000s. Only contains PSP-3000 updates.
-Flicker Reduction, Noise Reduction, and Color Space are options added under [Connected Display]

4.05 Feature List - Download
-A new water visualizer has been added.
-Rentals and purchased videos can now be downloaded from the PSN.
-Up to 8 programs may now be scheduled for record using the One-segment TV Tuner (Japanese version only)
-You may now set up a whole series of programs to record using the One-segment TV Tuner (Japanese version only)
-You may now record TV using the One-segment TV Tuner without having to also watch it (Japanese version only)

4.01 Feature List - Download
-Bugfixes for 4.00 features.

4.00 Feature List - Download
Google Search has been added as an icon under "Network".
Pressing up or down while viewing videos slows down and speeds up videos.

Version 3.96
-Support for PSN Titles expanded
-Minor update for Hot Shot Golf 2 players.
-Found only on the game's UMD. Needed to play the game.
-Not available for download.


3.95 Feature List - Download
You can now set your own button config for PSX games!
You can now exit Remote Play without shutting down your PS3.

3.93 Feature List - Download
[Skype] has been added for Japanese Slims. (PSP-2000)
20 Internet Radio Channels has been added for the [Internet Radio].
Support for PSN Titles are expanded.

3.90 Feature List - Download
Skype for the Slim PSPs has been added. * Icon is under [Network]. Check the footnote for more details.
European mobos now have Go! Messenger.
Support for Playstation Network titles have been expanded.

3.80 Verison List - Download

The function [Radio via Internet] has been added under [Network].
The import of channels OPML format is now possible under [RSS Channel].
Pictures can now be displayed under [RSS Channel].
New visualization effects were added to the viewer under [Music].
Support for PLAYSTATION®Network titles has been expanded.

Version 3.72 – Download

Playstation Network titles have been updated.
Power on and off your PS3 console via Remote Play.
More stuff orientated for Japanese consoles..

Version 3.71-3.60 3.71 3.70
3.60 not available for download <.< PM for the PSAR.
Initial Slim Release (3.60)
Security strengthening.
Import themes to the PSP, and apply them without flashing. However, the current list is very strict. You can make your own or find others..

Play music, and view pictures at the same time. Before this firmware update, this was only allowed through homebrew.
Use a new feature called 'Scene Search' in videos to track down a certain point in a video by looking at intervals of 15, 30 seconds, 1, 2 and 5 minute intervals. You can also use the L and R buttons to switch between videos like if you were switching between pictures, or music.
Within the 'Remote Play' feature, the [Assign Buttons] options has been added.
PlayStation Spot was removed from necessary system. Playstation Spot was a feature originally intended for Japanese folders.

Version 3.52 Download
Support for PlayStation network titles has been expanded.

Version 3.51Download
A security patch was added to fix security vulnerabilities in the system software. This firmware was released days after users have found out that a legal copy of any Lumines game can be exploited to allow a downgrade of the system software back to 1.50 from 3.50. Lumines games are getting patched to prevent this issue. (Illuminati)

Version 3.50 Download
You can remotely connect to a PS3 via the internet using the [Remote Play] feature.
A new [Communication Settings] has been added for use in the [Remote Play] feature.
A new [RSS Channel Guide] has been added under the [RSS Channel].

Version 3.40 Download
Support for PlayStation network titles has been expanded.
PlayStation game saves are now compatible between the PSP and the PS3.
[Certificate Utility] feature removed. You can check this info by press Triangle for the item you want to display info for and go down to Information.

Version 3.30 Download
Support for PlayStation network titles has been expanded.
You can now set thumbnail images to items in the RSS Feed.
You can now set thumbnail images to videos. To do this, create an image, and save it to the VIDEO folder. Once you do that, rename the file, to the name of the video you want to match the thumbnail with. For example, you want to set it for video 'XMB'. The image file should be 'XMB'.
In Addition to that, there has been several new formats that can be played. These are the MPEG-4/H.264 AVC Main Profile (AVC CABAC) video formats. They can be played in the following sizes: 720 X 480, 352 X 480, or 480 X 272. Depending on some data types, the file cannot be played.
While setting the Infrastructure Settings on the PSP, the [Use Wireless Hotspot] option has been added. You can set this under the [Network Settings].

Version 3.11 Download
Support for PLAYSTATION Network titles has been expanded.
[Reset Game] has been added as an option while playing PlayStation Network games.
You can now play MPEG4-AVC files under the LocationFree Player.
[Conserve Memory] has been added as an option in the [Internet Browser]. Conserve Memory is an option that degrades the quality of pictures when loading pictures to keep the PSP from using a lot of memory, or running out of memory to use.
The [Dynamic Normalizer] option has been added as an option under [Sound Settings].


Version 3.10 Download
Secret patch to kill the GTA:LCS exploit.

Versions 3.00-3.03 North America Updates
PlayStation Network titles are now supported. PlayStation Network games are original PlayStation One games bought from the PlayStationStore, or PlayStation One games that were converted for the PSP. All of these games require firmware 3.01 or later.
[Remote Play] has been added. This allows for the remote access of a PlayStation 3 system from a PSP. You can stream music, pictures, among other things between the two systems.
[Online Instruction Manuals] have been added. This feature allowed you to use your Internet Browser to read an online and PSP version of the manual for the system. It covers everything you find in the regular manuals.
[Set Timer] has been added as a feature under the RSS Channel.
The [Visual Player] has been added under the Music Menu. This feature plays visualizations while music is playing.
Three speed rewind and fast-forward option added and can be used while playing music.
The [Camera] menu is added as a feature. You can use a camera to take and save pictures to your PSP using a standalone camera. This camera is only available in Japan, but will be available for purchase in the United States soon.
The [UMD Auto-Start] feature is now added under the [System Settings]. When enabled, the UMD Auto-Start will boot to the UMD, instead of booting to the XMB. When disabled, it boots to the XMB.
Added in 3.03 allowed PlayStation network games to be launched under the GAME menu if the game was made that way.
Security patches were added in 3.02.

Version 2.82 Update Listing
Security patches added. Added when users found out that they can exploit an unpatched UMD of Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories to downgrade to 1.50. The UMDs are getting patched up though.

Version 2.81Update Listing
Security patches added. Response to the libtiff exploit. Also fixes the GTA:LCS exploit.

Version 2.80 Update Listing
Secret patching of sceKernelLoadExec bug, but opening sceRegOpenRegistry exploit.
You can download RSS Feeds of videos and still images using the new feature added in. Available under the RSS Channel menu.
Register PSPs through a wireless LAN point with the LocationFree player. Available under Network in the home menu.
You can now play .3gp music files with the music player. These files are AAC files.
You can now allow the PSP to automatically setup a network configuration if the access point supports it. It's available under the Infrastructure Mode Setting in Network Settings.
Any pictures, videos, and music can now be played. They must be sorted into a MUSIC, VIDEO, or PICTURE folder. If the folders aren't there, create them and place the files where they belong. It's named that way for a reason. Use common sense.

Version 2.71 US/JAP Updates
PSP Demos can be downloaded via the Internet Browser. Try it - Click Here
Videos are now displayed correctly when an external tuner is selected while using the LocationFree Player. This affects the LF-B1 model players, and the LF-X11 players. Read the manual to see which model number you have.

Version 2.70 US/JAP/EU Updates
Flash can now be displayed in the Internet Browser. Make sure your Flash Player is enabled for this to work. Find it under [System Settings]. The system supports up to Macromedia Flash Player 6. But, some features are not supported.
[Connection Settings] has been added an option under the Internet Options in the Internet Browser.
Audio files downloaded from RSS Feeds can now be saved onto your Memory Stick.
A new file extension (unknown) has been added to the list of playable AAC format music files.
Three new settings added - Enable Flash Player, RSS Channel Settings, and the use of the L/R buttons in videos.
Fixed an issue where some conditions limited the use of a MemoryStick Pro Duo 2 GB Stick.

Version 2.60 US Update
RSS Channel added as a feature under the Network in the home meny.
[Volume Adjustment] added as an option while using the LocationFree Player.
Simplified and Traditional Chinese encoding options has been added to the Internet Browser. It has its limitations.
Copyright-protected videos supplied by 3rd party services can now be downloaded onto the PSP.
Music files bearing the .wma extension can now be played in the music player. You will need to activate the WMA Player from [System Settings] to make it work though. WMA9 Professional, WMA9 Looseless, and copyright-protected WMA files cannot be played.
You can now enable the WMA Player.

Version 2.50 US Update
[LocationFree Player] has been added as a feature under the Network menu.
You can now have the Internet Browser "Auto-Select" the encoding of a page. The UTF-8 Unicode has also been added.
The Text, and Display Size settings for the Internet Browser can now be saved. This doubles for input history.
Copyright-protected videos can now be played.
You can use the Internet to set your date and time for you.
You can input Korean characters on the character-input screen now.

Version2.01 US Update
Security patches added. Response to the use of downgraders via the .TIFF picture files. (Like in the 2.71 downgrader) Got killed in 3.03 with the GTA:LCS downgrader.

Version 2.00 2.01 US 2.01 JAP
The Internet Browser has been added.
You can use the 4:3 ratio format when viewing videos.
"Go To" feature added for use while using music and video from UMD Music or UMD Videos.
A-B Repeat added for use while using music and video from the UMDs or from the Memory Stick.
Audio Options were added to the option menu while viewing videos.
MP4 format videos are now playable for videos.
Using SonicStage version 3.2 or higher, and firmware 2.00 or higher as allowed for the transfer and play of ATRAC3 music files.
Wallpaper feature added. You can now set a picture as a wallpaper.
Image Transfer feature added. You can send pictures between two PSPs.
.tiff, .gif, .png, and .bmp picture files can now be added and viewed.
The Korean language has been added as a language under [System Settings]
[Character Sets] have been under for use under [System Settings]
The Internet Browser can now be password-protected by a 4-digit pin number. You can set this number under [Security Settings]
Web address shortcut feature added. While entering a website address, you can cut down on time while entering. When you go to h, web-related terms such as http://, https://, etc. appears.
WPA-PSK (TKIP) has been added as a security feature under [Security Settings].

Version 1.52
Initial Release in the UK.
Music UMDs can be played under the Music menu.
Security patches for previous exploits

Version 1.51
Security patches added. In response to the "KXploit" exploit. (Patches motherboards so you can upgrade, and downgrade without troubles.)

Version 1.50 Download
Initial North America Release
Nothing special about this version. This is where the first PSP systems started. This is also the very first firmware and the lowest you can ever have on your PSP.
If you noticed the "downgrade to 1.50" phrases found throughout the section, the reason is this: 1.50 ran a lot of homebrew programs back then. Sony doesn't like the homebrew, and started to patch the system to not allow this to run. They also try to stop people from creating or using downgraders in newer firmwares. This also inspired some homebrew coders to invent custom firmware that was a combination of 1.50 and whatever firmware version by using a 1.50 kernel to allow the features of 1.50 to be implemented into whatever firmware the custom firmware was made for.
'DATA.PSP' files were changed to 'EBOOT.PBP'. Same thing.

Version 1.00
Initial Japan Release
Pretty much the same homebrew ability as 1.50

*The software of Skype may have been released, but there are still some hardware parts that you need to purchase to use Skype. Skype is currently only compatible with these models: PSP 2001 to PSP-2008, and PSP-2010. Skype is now live.. Read

[cheewongken]

5.00! ten char

[Demonchild]

Firwmares 4.05, 4.20, 5.00, and 5.01 have been added.

Version 5.01 Feature List - Download
-Corrects issues relating to larger capacity PRO Duos. Namely users who own an 8 or 16 gig cards.

5.00 Feature List - Download
-[PlayStation Network] Category added to XMB. Allows PSP users to access the PSN.
-Sleep timer now implemented in the music player
-[USB Auto-connect] is added. When enabled, the PSP will automatically go to USB Mode when a USB cable is connected.
-The XMB Theme has been redesigned. You can switch between the new and old versions.
-A full screen OSK has been implemented. It takes the form of a QWERTY keyboard.
-PlayStation® format software can now be output in interlace format on a connected device.
-PlayStation® format software can now be output in full-screen size on a connected device.

4.20 Feature List
-4.20 not available for download.
-Release firmware for PSP-3000s. Only contains PSP-3000 updates.
-Flicker Reduction, Noise Reduction, and Color Space are options added under [Connected Display]

4.05 Feature List - Download
-A new water visualizer has been added.
-Rentals and purchased videos can now be downloaded from the PSN.
-Up to 8 programs may now be scheduled for record using the One-segment TV Tuner (Japanese version only)
-You may now set up a whole series of programs to record using the One-segment TV Tuner (Japanese version only)
-You may now record TV using the One-segment TV Tuner without having to also watch it (Japanese version only)

[ghadeerghazi]

thank u dude is really great work and very usefull info

[paouie]

sir question lng po cn i upgrade my customs firmware to 5.01 kht n 3.71 lng gmit ko tpos slim po psp ko?

[Xitherun]

Originally Posted by paouie

sir question lng po cn i upgrade my customs firmware to 5.01 kht n 3.71 lng gmit ko tpos slim po psp ko?

wat.

English please?

[flash670]

it sounds like "Can i upgrade my psp slim from 3.71 to 5.01?"
just a guess