Firmware for Pioneer DVRKD08A DVD writter - Satellite P300-133

Got my new Satellite P300-133.
It has a Pioneer DVRKD08A DVD writer.
While checking for a firmware update I found that the recommendation is for a different brand - TS-L632H.
This firmware is obviously to Pioneer - so where can be found the firmware applicable to Pioneer?

Indeed it seems strange, but in a relative short period of time I already experienced two instances which made me look for such update:
- A burned DVD-R got an additional session - uncontrolled and unrequired, just by using it a few times - REALLY it's a first in my 10 years of using CD / DVD writers.
Shortly after, the DVD-R become unusable and I had to burn another one.
- While using the Toshiba (alias Pioneer) burner, and compared to an identical session using an external SONY DVD writer, at same speed,
on same DVD RW, took 20% less time on the SONY.
If there is no such firmware update then I will have to find a careful way to handle the DVD writer till I will reach a conclusion about its serviceability.

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Dear Valued Pioneer Customer:
We would like to inform you of the availability of an optional Bluetooth® firmware update (HW05-SW01.27.20) that enables Bluetooth AVRCP control and metadata display from a compatible Pioneer CD or DVD Receiver when used with an iPhone® 5 or iOS 6 device. If you do not own an iPhone 5 or iOS 6 device, there is no need to install this update.
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CD Receivers
DVD Receivers
DEH-P8400BH
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DEH-80PRS
AVH-P2400BT
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You can also arrange for Pioneer to update your 2012 Pioneer CD or DVD Receiver by calling Pioneer Customer Service toll free at 800-421-1404 during regular business hours (M-F 10AM-7:30PM Eastern Time, except on holidays). If this firmware update is performed by Pioneer, there is a charge of $60.00 (this charge includes return shipping of the updated unit within the U.S.). Charges for removal/reinstallation of the unit and shipment to Pioneer are the customer’s responsibility.
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If the Bluetooth firmware version shows HW05-SW01.27.20, no further action is necessary.
Questions
If you have any questions, please contact the Pioneer Customer Service Center toll free at 1-800-421-1404, Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. (Eastern Time), except on holidays.
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Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc.

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