Turn off the SC-85 using the front panel power button (not the remote). Unplug the power cord for 30 seconds. Plug it back in.
Go to the Pioneer USA support site (or EU, depending on your region). Search for "SC-85 Firmware." Note: As of 2025, the file name is usually SC85_AVR_Update_0085.zip . pioneer sc-85 firmware update
The Pioneer SC-85 remains a sonic beast—capable of driving difficult tower speakers with ease. A little digital maintenance ensures this analog masterpiece survives the streaming era. Turn off the SC-85 using the front panel