Updating Firmware on Cobalt Family Congo Jr Consoles
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Congo Jr Facepanel Firmware Update
Required Files
Before starting the firmware update procedure, make sure the following files are located on the root directory of a USB memory stick
| File Name | Description |
|---|---|
| 4320B4601revb1_#.hex | This is the actual firmware file |
Update Process
Step 1: Exit to System Settings or choose System Settings from the Welcome Screen.
Step 2: Navigate to the Update tab and select the Congo Jr Face Panel in Detected Modules of the Firmware Update section
Step 3: Insert the USB drive with the firmware file on the root of the drive
Step 4: Select the USB drive letter in the Firmware Files dropdown and click {Update}
Step 5: When complete, Choose {OK} on the Firmware Update Successful dialog.
Step 6: Choose {OK} to close System Settings.
Step 7: This component is now ready for use.
Version History
| Firmware Version | Key Enhancements | Distributed with Cobalt Version(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 1.9 | Removes "Jr" from LCD Logo to support Congo Kid | Pre-Installed |
| 1.8 | Initial Release | Pre-Installed |
Congo Jr I/O Firmware Update
Required Files
Before starting the firmware update procedure, make sure the following files are located on a USB memory stick or were installed by the Congo application
| File Name | Description |
|---|---|
| CNGOJRIO_#-#-#-#.SRC | This is the actual firmware file (versions <1.4) |
| IO_CARD_v#_#_#_#_#_###.SRC | This is the actual firmware file (version 1.4+) |
Update Process
Step 1: Exit to System Settings or choose System Settings from the Welcome Screen.
Step 2: Navigate to the Update tab and select I/O Firmware Update.
Step 3: System Settings will send a command to the I/O Card to initialize update mode and wait for the I/O card to be detected.
Step 4: When connected, the I/O card will prompt for a firmware file and then ask to download the firmware. Select the correct .src version and click {Download}
Step 5: When complete, the I/O Downloader will return to the “Please Connect Console” prompt. Choose {Exit} to close the I/O Downloader.
Step 6: Choose {OK} to close System Settings and then power off your console.
Step 7: This component is now ready for use on the next normal power up.
Version History
| Firmware Version | Key Enhancements | Distributed with Congo/Cobalt Version(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 1.4.2.9.0.005 | Bug Fixes | 7.3.0/7.3.1 |
| 1.4.1.9.0.003 | Bug Fixes / Compatibility Updates | 7.2.0 |
| 1.3.0.9.0.005 | Local RDM Support | 6.4.0 |
| 1.2.0.9.0.005 | Bug Fixes | Pre-Installed in 6.2.x Consoles |
| 1.0.0.9.0.027 | Initial Release | Pre-Installed in 4.0.x Consoles |
Congo Jr Master Playback Wing Firmware Update
Special Note:
While the Master Playback Wing contains a single circuit board, the top and bottom halves are updated independently of each other while needing to match firmware between the two halves. Additionally, there are two revisions of the card (B and C) that require separate firmware from each other (but same version top/bottom).
Required Files
Before starting the firmware update procedure, make sure the following files are located on the root directory of a USB memory stick
Revision B
| File Name | Description |
|---|---|
| 4320B4602TOPB#_#.hex | This is the actual firmware file for the top half |
| 4320B4602BOTB#_#.hex | This is the actual firmware file for the bottom half |
Revision C
| File Name | Description |
|---|---|
| 4320B4602TOPC#_#.hex | This is the actual firmware file for the top half |
| 4320B4602BOTC#_#.hex | This is the actual firmware file for the bottom half |
Update Process
Step 1: Exit to System Settings or choose System Settings from the Welcome Screen.
Step 2: Navigate to the Update tab and select the Congo Jr Master Upper Rev X in Detected Modules of the Firmware Update section
Step 3: Insert the USB drive with the firmware file on the root of the drive
Step 4: Select the USB drive letter in the Firmware Files dropdown and click {Update}
Step 5: When complete, Choose {OK} on the Firmware Update Successful dialog.
Step 6: Select the Congo Jr Master Lower Rev X in Detected Modules of the Firmware Update section
Step 7: Select the USB drive letter in the Firmware Files dropdown and click {Update}
Step 8: When complete, Choose {OK} on the Firmware Update Successful dialog.
Step 9: Choose {OK} to close System Settings.
Step 10: This component is now ready for use.
Version History
| Firmware Version | Key Enhancements | Distributed with Congo/Cobalt Version(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0 | USB Hub Update | Pre-Installed or Installed by Technical Services |
| 1.8 | PIC Chip Update | Pre-Installed or Installed by Technical Services |
| 1.6 | Initial Release | Pre-Installed |