Updating Firmware on Cobalt Family Congo Kid Consoles
Congo Kid Facepanel Firmware Update
Congo Kid uses the same facepanel circuit board as Congo Jr.
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 Congo/Cobalt Version(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 1.9 | Initial Release | Pre-Installed |
Congo Kid I/O Firmware Update
Congo Kid uses the same I/O card as Congo Jr.
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 Kid Fader Firmware Update
Congo Kid uses (2) 1X20 Fader Wing circuit boards internally for the faders.
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 |
|---|---|
| 4320B4605revB1_1.hex | This is the actual firmware file for the top 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 ION 1x20 Submaster Rev B 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 Congo/Cobalt Version(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 1.1 | Initial Release | Pre-Installed |