Roland SPD-SX: Firmware Update
How to update the firmware on a Roland SPD-SX
In this guide, we will show you how to perform a firmware update on the Roland SPD-SX. Follow the instructions below to get started.
Check the firmware version number
SPD-SX firmware updates often add new features and bug fixes to the device’s internal software. You may need to perform a firmware update if you’re running into issues and need to reload the system’s software. Before performing a firmware update, check which firmware version you’re currently running and compare it to the latest System Program listed on the SPD-SX download page. Follow these steps to check the firmware version.
- Press MENU, select UTIL and then press ENTER.
- Use the DOWN cursor button to navigate to INFORMATION and press enter. The firmware version will be listed as VERSION : 1.0x.
Perform the firmware update
Once you confirm that the SPD-SX requires updating, you can begin the update process. You’ll need to connect the USB thumb drive to your computer, download the System Program file on the SPD-SX download page, and then perform the update.
- Connect the USB thumb drive to your computer, and download the latest System Program file.
- Extract the .zip file, open the spdsx_sys_v10x folder, then copy and paste only the _BOOTPREG.ES_ to the USB thumb drive. Do not copy the entire folder to the thumb drive.
- Turn off the SPD-SX and then connect the USB thumb drive.
- Hold ALL SOUND OFF, QUICK, and EXIT while pressing the POWER button. Continue pressing the POWER button until the ** SPD-SX UPDATER ** screen appears.
- Once the firmware update is complete, turn the SPD-SX off and back on.
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