Updating Firmware on Cobalt Programming and Motorized Fader Wings
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Cobalt Programming Wing
Cobalt Face Panel (Keyboard Master) 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 |
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14d5.0037_Keyboard_89_#.#.#.#.#.#.sx | This is the actual firmware file |
Update Process
This update process is accurate for Cobalt version 7.2.0 only. For all other versions, please use the manual update method described here: Manually Update the Cobalt Keyboard Master
Step 1: Exit to System Settings or choose System Settings from the Welcome Screen.
Step 2: Navigate to the Update tab and select the Cobalt 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: Power off the console for a minimum of 30 seconds
Step 8: Power on the console normally. The firmware is now updated.
Version History
Firmware Version | Key Enhancements | Distributed with Cobalt Version(s) |
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1.1.0.9.0.0 | Improved USB communication | 7.2.0 |
1.0.2.9.0.0 | Initial Release | Pre-Installed |
Cobalt Encoder Board 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 |
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14d5.003b_Encoder_#.#.#.#.#.#.afx.S19 | This is the actual firmware file |
Update Process
This update process is accurate for Cobalt version 7.2.0 only. For all other versions, please use the manual update method described here: Manually Update the Cobalt Encoder Board
Step 1: Exit to System Settings or choose System Settings from the Welcome Screen.
Step 2: Navigate to the Update tab and select the Cobalt Encoder Board 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: Power off the console for a minimum of 30 seconds
Step 8: Power on the console normally. The firmware is now updated.
Version History
Firmware Version | Key Enhancements | Distributed with Cobalt Version(s) |
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1.0.2.9.0.10 | Bootloader Bug Fixes | Available at ETC Service Center Only |
1.0.1.9.0.9 | Bug Fixes | 7.3.0 |
1.0.0.9.0.8 | Initial Release | Pre-Installed |
Cobalt Playback Board (Playback Master) 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 |
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14d5.0038_Playback_1.0.3.9.0.8.afx.S19 | This is the actual firmware file |
Update Process
This update process is accurate for Cobalt version 7.2.0 only. For all other versions, please use the manual update method described here: Manually Update the Cobalt Playback Master
Step 1: Exit to System Settings or choose System Settings from the Welcome Screen.
Step 2: Navigate to the Update tab and select the Cobalt Playback Board 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: Power off the console for a minimum of 30 seconds
Step 8: Power on the console normally. The firmware is now updated.
Version History
Firmware Version | Key Enhancements | Distributed with Cobalt Version(s) |
---|---|---|
1.0.4.9.0.9 | Bootloader Bug Fixes | Available at ETC Service Center Only |
1.0.3.9.0.8 | Bug Fixes | 7.3.0 |
1.0.2.9.0.7 | Improved USB Communication | 7.2.0 |
1.0.1.9.0.6 | Bug Fixes | 7.0.2 |
1.0.0.9.0.5 | Initial Release | Pre-Installed |
Full Speed I/O (with Phone Remote) 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 |
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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 Cobalt Version(s) |
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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 | Initial Release for Cobalt Consoles | Pre-Installed |
High Speed I/O (without Phone Remote) 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 |
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14d5.0113_IO_Kinetis_v#.#.#.#.#.#.S19 | This is the actual firmware file |
Update Process
This update process is accurate for Cobalt version 7.2.0 only. For all other versions, please use the manual update method described here: Manually Update the High Speed I/O Card
Step 1: Exit to System Settings or choose System Settings from the Welcome Screen.
Step 2: Navigate to the Update tab and select the Cobalt I/O Board HS 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: Power off the console for a minimum of 30 seconds
Step 8: Power on the console normally. The firmware is now updated.
Version History
Firmware Version | Key Enhancements | Distributed with Cobalt Version(s) |
---|---|---|
1.1.1.9.0.5 | Bootloader Bug Fixes | Available at ETC Service Center Only |
1.1.0.9.0.4 | Bug Fixes | 8.0.1 |
1.0.0.9.0.10 | Initial Release | Pre-Installed |
Cobalt Motorized Fader Wing
Cobalt Fader Display Unit (Fader Board) 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 |
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14d5.003c_Display_HS_#.#.#.#.#.#.afx.S19 | This is the actual firmware file |
Update Process
This update process is accurate for Cobalt version 7.2.0 only. For all other versions, please use the manual update method described here: Manually Update the Cobalt Motorized Fader Wing FDUs
Step 1: Exit to System Settings or choose System Settings from the Welcome Screen.
Step 2: Navigate to the Update tab and select the Cobalt Fader Board 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: Power off the console for a minimum of 30 seconds
Step 8: Power on the console normally. The firmware is now updated.
Each Fader Display Unit (FDU) needs to be updated individually with a power cycle in between each item.
Version History
Firmware Version | Key Enhancements | Distributed with Cobalt Version(s) |
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1.1.0.9.0.2 | Support for Alternate Replacement Screen | Available at ETC Service Center Only |
1.0.5.9.0.22 | Bootloader Bug Fixes | Available at ETC Service Center Only |
1.0.4.9.0.21 | Improved USB Communication | 8.0.0 |
1.0.3.9.0.8 | Bug Fixes | 7.3.0 |
1.0.0.9.0.11 | Initial Release | Pre-Installed |