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Title: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: 64Guitars on July 06, 2009, 10:14:08 PM
Roland Germany has just uploaded a firmware update (version 1.04) for the Micro BR. None of the other Roland/Boss sites seem to have it yet. Maybe they're waiting for the NAMM show (https://songcrafters.org/forum/general-discussion-b8/summer-namm-2009/msg35441/#msg35441) to announce it. Or maybe they're just slow at updating their websites.

http://www.rolandmusik.de/downloads/updates/index.php (http://www.rolandmusik.de/downloads/updates/index.php)

They don't say what changes or improvements the update makes to the Micro BR but I suspect that it will mainly be for improved memory card compatibility (fewer card errors).

To find out which version is currently in your Micro BR, turn the power on while holding down the CURSOR < and > buttons. The version number will appear in the display. To resume using your Micro BR, turn it off, wait a couple of seconds, then turn it back on.

Does anyone have anything other than version 1.00?  Just curious.

Update: Ted contacted Roland (https://songcrafters.org/forum/micro-br/firmware-update-(version-1-04)-for-micro-br/msg41486/#msg41486) and was told that "The update improves how data is written to some types of SD memory cards that would otherwise give a write error". And torben updated his Micro BR to version 1.04 (https://songcrafters.org/forum/micro-br/transcend-sd-card-and-firmware-v1-4/msg49135/#msg49135) and reports that it fixed the write errors he was getting with his two Transcend 1GB SD cards, model TS1GSDC.

Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Ted on July 06, 2009, 10:26:54 PM
I have version 1.03

I bought mine used on eBay last March, so I don't know how old it really is.
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: 64Guitars on July 06, 2009, 11:14:25 PM
I just had a browse through the update data files and noticed that preset patch GT52 "St Metal" has been renamed to "StMetal2". All of the other preset patch names are the same. What is preset patch GT52 called in version 1.03?

Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Ted on July 07, 2009, 02:21:46 AM
Quote from: 64Guitars on July 06, 2009, 11:14:25 PMWhat is preset patch GT52 called in version 1.03?
GT52 is also called "StMetal2" in 1.03.
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Greeny (No longer active) on July 07, 2009, 02:24:38 AM
Damn... I got excited for a minute. I thought there was a whole new load of patches and rhythm patterns coming!
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Ferryman_1957 on July 07, 2009, 03:41:12 AM
1.03 for me also.

Cheers,

Nigel
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Bro on July 07, 2009, 04:32:27 AM
Mine is 1.03 too
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Flash Harry on July 07, 2009, 04:43:25 AM
Thanks for the heads up 64.
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: guitarron on July 07, 2009, 07:50:01 AM
Quote from: 0jimihendrix0 on July 07, 2009, 04:32:27 AMMine is 1.03 too

same here-purchased dec of 07
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: launched on July 07, 2009, 11:40:59 AM
1.03 - So who's the guinea pig that's gonna try it first?
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Ted on July 07, 2009, 12:03:08 PM
Quote from: launched on July 07, 2009, 11:40:59 AM1.03 - So who's the guinea pig that's gonna try it first?

Nicht ich.
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Oldrottenhead on July 07, 2009, 12:38:47 PM
1.03 here too had mine just over a year could be a ot longer tho, does anyone know the difference
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: hewhoiscalledj on July 07, 2009, 12:44:21 PM
1.03

Personally, I'll wait for Roland/Boss USA to issue the update. I'd hate to find that things get translated to German or something =)
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: guitarron on July 07, 2009, 12:47:17 PM
they did a similar thing last year where Roland issued an update for the BR600 only on the Japanese website-I waited quite a while before upgrading-
it was in english
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Bro on July 07, 2009, 12:51:28 PM
Quote from: Ted on July 07, 2009, 12:03:08 PM
Quote from: launched on July 07, 2009, 11:40:59 AM1.03 - So who's the guinea pig that's gonna try it first?

Nicht ich.
Advanced german talk there! ;D I have it as a class in school, it's horrible!
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Sprocket on July 07, 2009, 02:37:01 PM
Quote from: guitarron on July 07, 2009, 12:47:17 PMthey did a similar thing last year where Roland issued an update for the BR600 only on the Japanese website-I waited quite a while before upgrading-
it was in english

Were there any gained features, was it worth while?
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: 64Guitars on July 07, 2009, 03:03:31 PM
Historically, firmware updates have only fixed bugs or improved memory card compatibility. The only times they added new features were when they re-marketed an existing BR as "Version 2" (BR-900 and BR-1600). So don't expect any new features in this Micro BR update unless they decide to announce a "Micro BR Version 2" at NAMM (unlikely, I think).

Still, it's wise to keep your BR up-to-date with the latest firmware updates to avoid problems caused by bugs or memory card issues. Although, I wouldn't be in too big a hurry with this one, especially if you already have version 1.03. Wait until Roland releases it with English instructions (unless you're fluent in German). The actual update will be identical, but the English instructions will hopefully ensure that you do it right.

Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Oldrottenhead on July 07, 2009, 04:12:20 PM
i'd like to try it but its all in german, i put it through babelfish and its still gobblydeygook to me
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: BossMicroBRew on July 07, 2009, 05:43:13 PM
Micro BR Version 1.03

I used Google Translator to "decrypt" the secret message. Follow below to the "translation". It's a little goofy, but see what you can make of it. After all of these, I still don't see what the update does. There is no HTML info available yet for this version.

http://translate.google.com/translate?js=n&prev=_t&hl=en&ie=UTF-8&u=http://www.rolandmusik.de/downloads/updates/index.php&sl=de&tl=en&history_state0=

I could not get the menus to work in the translator...so I copied the text into the translator. The Micro-BR updates read as follows (when translated):

Micro-BR
1.04
754KB
--
Update via SD card and PC card reader.
The device registers itself as a generic removable media. The driver of the operating systems from Windows Me/XP/2000, Mac OS 9.1 and OSX provided.

The included .txt file...
CARD UPDATE Micro-BR (M-BR)
---------------------------


The use of the enclosed information is at your own risk.
The company ROLAND Electronic Musical HmbH is no
Regard for any data loss, malfunction or damage
by using the appropriate files, responsible
to make. Please note that text file accurately,
to the desired success in the use of data to users.


Attention:


* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Turn off the device in any case, if the system data in
the FLASH-ROM to be written. The device can be damaged if
the operating system is not correctly in the FLASH ROM is written.
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *


ROLAND
Electronic Musical Instruments
Handelsgesellschaft mbH
Oststrasse 96
22844 Norderstedt




Release Info:
-------------

1. Hold the button CURSOR [<] and [>] key and
    turn to the Mirco BR-A. The version will appear in the display
    displayed.
2. Turn the Micro-BR out.



Update via SD card
-------------------

You need this one from the Micro-BR SecureDisc formatted card
(SD), which properly with the Micro-BR works, and a
Opportunity to use your PC to an SD card.
(Take your best at the Micro-BR supplied SD card).

1. Make sure that the SD card with the Micro-BR is formatted
    Formatting the card if necessary ([UTILITY] key, then 3 x [tr4]).
2. Insert the SD card in the read / write device of your PC.
3. Copy all files ( "MBR_V000.BIN", "MBRSYS00.BIN" etc.) from
    the folder "MBR_update" not the folder, only the files
    to the root directory next to the ROLAND folder to the SD Card.
    Wait after copying a few seconds, because the Windows
    End of a copy process will be happy to leave early reports, and disconnect the
    Data to the SD card (Hardware-Auswerfen/Entfernen-Symbol).
4. Insert the SD card into the slot of the Micro-BRS.
5. Hold down [STOP] and [REC] at the same time and switch
    Please include the Micro-BR On.
6. The Micro-BR shows some messages (eg "Card checking").
    Wait until "Exe update? W / upd", which left the current and
    the right version on the SD card is displayed.
7. Click twice on [tr4], so that the update is loaded and
    is written. (This is usually "Writing Now", briefly interrupted
    of "Now Loading" is displayed.
8. Make sure you wait until the display "Finished [PWR] and three
    four-character combinations displayed. Turn then
    Micro-BR and when needed again.
   
(9) To the memory, the update to the map position, again
    release, you can use the SD card on the PC of the update files
    exempt. Delete it to only the files you
    Step 3 from the MBR_update folder on the root directory of the
    SD card was copied.

The update is complete.



Copyright (C) 2009 BOSS Corporation (tpf). All rights reserved.
The files may, without the permission of BOSS Corporation is not modified,
duplicated, distributed or transmitted to be.
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Migs on July 07, 2009, 05:45:28 PM
Quote from: hewhoiscalledj on July 07, 2009, 12:44:21 PMPersonally, I'll wait for Roland/Boss USA to issue the update. I'd hate to find that things get translated to German or something =)
...or worse... all your songs could come out like Nena's 99 luftballons
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: guitarron on July 07, 2009, 06:07:25 PM
Quote from: Migs on July 07, 2009, 05:45:28 PM
Quote from: hewhoiscalledj on July 07, 2009, 12:44:21 PMPersonally, I'll wait for Roland/Boss USA to issue the update. I'd hate to find that things get translated to German or something =)

...or worse... all your songs could come out like Nena's 99 luftballons
lmao-thats a blast from the past
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Blooby on July 07, 2009, 06:15:38 PM
Quote from: Migs on July 07, 2009, 05:45:28 PM
Quote from: hewhoiscalledj on July 07, 2009, 12:44:21 PMPersonally, I'll wait for Roland/Boss USA to issue the update. I'd hate to find that things get translated to German or something =)
...or worse... all your songs could come out like Nena's 99 luftballons

I agree.  That was funny as Hell.

Blooby
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Ted on July 07, 2009, 06:39:47 PM
Hey 64,  Have you ever heard of anyone hacking a BR of any kind, and adding unsupported features, or completely replacing the OS?  BR Linux!

Just wondering.
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: 64Guitars on July 07, 2009, 08:34:19 PM
Quote from: Ted on July 07, 2009, 06:39:47 PMHey 64,  Have you ever heard of anyone hacking a BR of any kind, and adding unsupported features, or completely replacing the OS?  BR Linux!

Just wondering.

No. I haven't heard of anything like that. I would imagine that it would be pretty hard to make any useful changes to the code without reverse-engineering the OS or getting access to the source code. Although, you could probably make simple text changes or replace preset patches by editing the update files (unless it does a checksum on the files before updating to authenticate them). But, why bother when there's already a bank of user patches which you can easily rewrite without hacking. The only useful hack I can think of would be to replace the wav samples for one of the drum kits to make your own custom kit. It might be possible to do that by editing the update files, though it wouldn't be easy.

Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Ted on July 07, 2009, 08:50:12 PM
Quote from: 64Guitars on July 07, 2009, 08:34:19 PMBut, why bother when there's already a bank of user patches which you can easily rewrite without hacking.

Why?  Mostly because I think it's cool when hackers do stuff like that.  (See iPodLinux (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IPodLinux) and Xbox Linux. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xbox_Linux)) But also MIDI support, editable drum patterns, and some of the other things on the wish list (https://songcrafters.org/community/general-discussion/designing-the-next-micro-br/0/) that don't involve hacking the interface.

Alas, the MicroBR is not an iPod or an Xbox, so there's nowhere near the demand for an alternative OS.
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: 64Guitars on July 07, 2009, 10:22:31 PM
Quote from: Ted on July 07, 2009, 08:50:12 PMWhy?  Mostly because I think it's cool when hackers do stuff like that.  (See iPodLinux (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IPodLinux) and Xbox Linux. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xbox_Linux)) But also MIDI support, editable drum patterns, and some of the other things on the wish list (https://songcrafters.org/community/general-discussion/designing-the-next-micro-br/0/) that don't involve hacking the interface.

My rhetorical "Why?" was only in reference to changing preset patches by hacking the update files. A complete replacement OS that would add new features would be cool. But I don't expect to ever see one since Roland isn't likely to release their source code and reverse-engineering the existing OS would be a big job (and probably illegal). By the time anyone could figure it out, the BR would be replaced by a newer, better model anyway.

I think the only way we'll ever see some of the things from our Micro BR wish list is if Roland releases a "Micro BR Version 2" with those features. When they did that with the BR-900 and BR-1600, they made the firmware update available for free to owners of the original 900 and 1600 so that they could have a version 2 machine without buying new hardware.

Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Glenn Mitchell on July 08, 2009, 07:47:49 AM
1.03, but I remember installing this update. I've had mine for a few years now.
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: cuthbert on July 15, 2009, 09:21:55 PM
Mine came with 1.03....bought it new on eBay a few weeks ago.
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Jim1970 on July 21, 2009, 08:27:37 AM
1.03 here
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Ted on July 30, 2009, 10:37:44 AM
I asked Roland support, and this was their response:

QuoteWe are looking into getting it on our site, but at this time the firmware update is not available for download. If you'd like to have your Micro BR updated, you can send it to us and our Service Center will do this for you. Contact Customer Service at 323-890-3700 and they will give you the information you need to send it in.

For free?

They didn't respond to my question about what the update fixes or improves, so I'll ask again and post the response here.
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Ted on July 30, 2009, 11:54:46 AM
From Roland:

QuoteThe update improves how data is written to some types of SD memory cards that would otherwise give a write error.
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: launched on July 30, 2009, 12:22:58 PM
Quote from: Ted on July 30, 2009, 11:54:46 AMFrom Roland:

QuoteThe update improves how data is written to some types of SD memory cards that would otherwise give a write error.

I have write error problems with Kingston and SanDisk, which I am confident is not one of the cards in question. Is that ALL they put in the 1.04 update????
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: shamimph on August 06, 2009, 05:59:10 AM
Quote from: Ted on July 07, 2009, 12:03:08 PM
Quote from: launched on July 07, 2009, 11:40:59 AM1.03 - So who's the guinea pig that's gonna try it first?

Nicht ich.
hi Ted will pls let me know how to upgrade to new firmware ,i have the file , but don,t know how to upload it to Micro BR
THANKS
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: 64Guitars on August 06, 2009, 09:35:32 AM
This is based on a Google translation of the German instructions. Use at your own risk (or wait until Roland releases the English instructions).


The update is now complete and your Micro BR should work normally. You can now delete the four update files from the memory card as they are no longer needed. You can also restore your backup, if necessary, and copy your user patches back from the Song bank to the User bank.

Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: launched on August 07, 2009, 09:17:17 AM
Thanks for posting directions for this 64G's. Has anybody tried it yet?

However, it does seem like a risk to just make third world cards work better. From what Ted posted earlier, that's all the update does, I guess.
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: SteveG on August 07, 2009, 08:40:02 PM
Think I will wait for someone else to go first. Volunteers?
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: cuthbert on August 07, 2009, 09:00:38 PM
Not it.  ;)
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: 64Guitars on September 02, 2009, 06:09:25 PM
torben has updated his Micro BR to version 1.04 and reports that it fixed the write errors he was getting with his two Transcend 1GB SD cards, model TS1GSDC.

See https://songcrafters.org/community/micro-br/transcend-sd-card-and-firmware-v1-4/msg49135/#msg49135 (https://songcrafters.org/forum/micro-br/transcend-sd-card-and-firmware-v1-4/msg49135/#msg49135)

Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: dog2000x on September 16, 2009, 12:31:00 PM
THANK YOU SO VERY VERY MUCH!!!!!!!

Update works perfectly!!! The instructions you provided were EXACT and ACCURATE!!!

This little unit is my workhorse, for writing, scratch recording and performance practice. I hardly go a day without touching it... absolutely amazing... but I've gotten write errors on every single card I've ever used (MANY different brands), and it was highly annoying. I was version 1.01 and feeling the need for SOME kind of update.

THANKS AGAIN!!! YOU ROCK SO HARD, 64Guitars!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: SteveG on September 16, 2009, 02:17:33 PM
I may have to do this ... just lost 3 hrs work to a card crash :(

Will report back of course if I take the plunge....
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: lg on October 09, 2009, 08:04:26 AM
Hey 64G, just checked mine and it is a 1.03 version.
Maybe someday I will try to update it to 1.04 to see if it will
allow the usage of a 2GB SD without errors....
But for now, it is working fine and I will just let sleeping dogs lie...

LG
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Geir on November 07, 2009, 05:10:19 AM
I've done it too now !!

Used the original Boss 128mb card in the process to be safe. Seems like it worked fine. Have just completed the process so I can't repost of any improvements yet, but everything works fine. I'll keep you posted .....
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: kumale on December 29, 2009, 03:47:07 AM
I'm trying to make the upgrade but.. it fails, someone can help me?

The problem is:
- after i copy the four upgrade files on my SD (the boss 128 one!)
- i switch off the MBR
- i swich on pressing STOP and REC
- on the display compare a message
       "MICRO BR UPDATER
        pls, insert card "
while i'm sure the card is in!!
Any ideas???

Thank you !!
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: jacjrd on December 29, 2009, 11:16:31 AM
I have done the update awhile ago with no problems. As far as I can remember you have to format your card (INI) on your BR first. Then you take it out and format it in your computer.(It will read as an extra drive.) Once that is done, you tranfer the files from your computer on to the card. Then you insert your card in the BR and turn it on. Then you just follow the instructions on the BR. The main thing to remember here is to format the card on the computer AND the BR.It goes without saying that you have to make a backup of your card on your computer before you do any formatting.Hope this solve your problem!!!! :)
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: 64Guitars on December 29, 2009, 12:18:27 PM
Quote from: kumale on December 29, 2009, 03:47:07 AMI'm trying to make the upgrade but.. it fails, someone can help me?

My guess is that you've copied the files into the ROLAND folder of the card. That won't work. The files have to be in the root directory of the memory card (at the same level as the ROLAND and MP3 folders - not inside them).

Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: kumale on December 30, 2009, 01:24:37 AM
Quote from: jacjrd on December 29, 2009, 11:16:31 AMAs far as I can remember you have to format your card (INI) on your BR first. Then you take it out and format it in your computer.(It will read as an extra drive.)
Thank you jacjrd, i tried this way but... still same bad result. I'm doing a standart FAT formatting with a MAC, is this possibly wrong?

I also follow the suggestion of 64Guitars (update files in root directory), no way..

The good news is that, thanks to MAC sd reader, i could save the job on a SD card (i thought it was lost), and the formatted card seems to work again with the MicroBR (the card was invisible for the PC!!). We say "Meglio di niente" (better than nothing ... )  ;)
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: kumale on January 14, 2010, 09:18:15 AM
Since there's no way to update my MicroBR to 1.4  :'(
i'm going to ask to local BOSS service,
i'll let you know if something happens!

I wonder if most of the problems are due to Transcend SD Card,
but i have found only this kind on card here in Italy..

Hope to solve soon and to record some song!
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: cuthbert on January 14, 2010, 09:55:09 AM
Hi kumale - I think you need to update the firmware using the original 128 MB card the MicroBR shipped with.

Have you tried that?

Edit: Whoops, sorry - looking back in the thread, I see you did try that. Is your original 128 MB card still working in the MicroBR?
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: kumale on January 15, 2010, 01:10:08 AM
Quote from: cuthbert on January 14, 2010, 09:55:09 AMIs your original 128 MB card still working in the MicroBR? [/i]

Yessss, the original card works really well!
In those days i was working to a very big recording (300M, 3 hours of a complete concert that i recorded from mixer output) and so it's impossible to use the 128:
the job is separating all the tracks.. doing this job seems really hard for the Micro BR!

Yesterday i found that:
- my camera can recover data and format SD card (!) and the MicroBR recognize them
- inside my camera there is a wonderful Sandisk 1g....:P

I'll make some more try but: every advice i found in the forum has been very important!!
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Red62 on January 15, 2010, 10:29:36 AM
Hi All,

So if the view that this 1.04 firmware upgrade is worth doing?

I'm surprised that it is only the German site that has this upgrade on....

I've only had my MBR since Christmas, but already had 1 "card read error"....

Cheers

L
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Geir on January 17, 2010, 05:10:29 AM
I updated to 1.4 a while ago.
https://songcrafters.org/community/index.php?topic=3553.msg61688#msg61688

I think it's worth it. I have had card read errors since, but only when tha chard is almost full. It seems like there the mbr have a problem when the card is getting too full, regardless of firmware version or type of card. I've had no problems when I make sure I have plenty of space on the card after upgrading.
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: veli_joza on January 19, 2010, 10:16:08 AM
I've bought a new Micro BR, and it came with 1.4 firmware. I'm in eastern Europe, I'm not sure if the same goes for USA.
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Redler on June 30, 2010, 10:03:06 AM
I connected my MBR in my PC, but "USB idling..." on the display. So, I can't even see what version I'm using, propably older one, because I purchased it in april 2008. I saved the update files in my original 128 Mb card...but can't update it due to problem explained above...

Quote from: 64Guitars on August 06, 2009, 09:35:32 AM
  • Switch off the Micro BR. Switch it back on while simultaneously pressing the cursor left and right buttons. The current version number will be displayed. If it's already 1.04, you don't need to update.
  • If you have any User patches you want to keep, copy them to the Song patch bank.
  • Backup the memory card.
  • Copy all four update files (MBRSYS00.BIN, MBR_V000.BIN, MBRWAV00.BIN, and UPDINFO2.BR1) to the root directory of the Micro BR memory card.
  • Switch off the Micro BR. Switch it back on while simultaneously pressing the [STOP] and [REC] buttons.
  • When the display shows "Exe update? W / upd", press [TR4] twice to start the update. It will take some time. Do not interrupt the process. Doing so could make your Micro BR unusable.
  • When the display shows "Finished [PWR]", you can reset the Micro BR by switching it off then back on.

Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: pjd1 on June 30, 2010, 11:26:01 AM
Hi 1.03 for me also i purchased it around two years ago .

Dunny
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Geir on June 30, 2010, 11:46:08 AM
Quote from: Redler on June 30, 2010, 10:03:06 AMI connected my MBR in my PC, but "USB idling..." on the display. So, I can't even see what version I'm using, propably older one, because I purchased it in april 2008. I saved the update files in my original 128 Mb card...but can't update it due to problem explained above...
You'll just have to disconnect it from your PC Kari. And then turn it off and follow the procedure you quoted.
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Redler on June 30, 2010, 12:37:56 PM
I tried it at first right way, but I was a bit glumsy with my wooden fingers :) There was version 1.03. and now it is 1.04 . Sorry for confusion and thanks!

Kari
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Gnasty on June 30, 2010, 09:58:13 PM
i had know idea about this..Gonna have to check it out!!
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: sublurbansounds on July 02, 2011, 05:46:29 AM
QuoteTo find out which version is currently in your Micro BR, turn the power on while holding down the CURSOR < and > buttons. The version number will appear in the display. To resume using your Micro BR, turn it off, wait a couple of seconds, then turn it back on.

Firmware update to v1.04 went without a hitch.  Just make sure you put the files, not the folder containing the files, in the root (top of hierarchy, not inside any folder) of the SD card.
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Glenn Mitchell on August 13, 2011, 12:45:42 PM
Where is the 1.04 file online?
Oops sorry
Got it.
http://www.rolandmusik.de/downloads/updates/index.php#
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR WANTED
Post by: mzs on October 27, 2014, 01:18:23 PM
If someone has the file, please upload somewhere because at the roland.de is no longer available.

Thanks in advance.
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Captain Pugwash on November 24, 2014, 05:19:41 AM
Hi there Guys 'n' Gals!

Hope you're all well and that life is treating you kindly?

I have a Micro BR - awesome bit of kit but I'm trying to find the updated firmware version 1.04 but all the existing links are old ones and obsolete (not unlike myself!), there doesn't seem to be any current links at which to download the new version even on the Roland sites.

I contacted Roland US a few days ago about this but as yet I haven't received a reply.

There is a link to download version 1.06 for the BR 80 but it doesn't say if this would be compatible with the Micro BR - I'm guessing it won't be.

Any help would be greatly appreciated,

Cheers.  :)
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Hook on November 24, 2014, 05:43:10 AM
I doubt the BR80 upgrade will work for the MBR. I just tried to search for the upgrade and couldn't fine it anywhere.
It doesn't seem to have made that much of a difference.
Rock On!
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Oldrottenhead on November 24, 2014, 05:50:00 AM
according to 64guitars boss update site https://songcrafters.org/64guitars/BR/Updates.html the version 1.04 was available at the boss german site. but the link now appears dead.
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Captain Pugwash on November 24, 2014, 05:22:56 PM
Thanks Guys - I received a reply (below) from Roland US saying that the original Micro BR NEVER had an update so it get's more confusing by the minute! Perhaps this only applies to the US...

All the best,

Greg :)

Hello Greg,

You've contacted the United States distributor for Roland and BOSS products. We service and support Roland and BOSS products only in the U.S.

The original MICRO-BR never had an update. If it's the BR-80 MICRO BR, the update can be found here:
http://www.roland.co.uk/products/productdetails.aspx/downloads/?p=1167

For any follow-up or any additional questions, use the following link to contact your local Roland distributor, for service and support in your country.

http://www.roland.co.uk/support/contact-support/

Roland International:
http://www.rolandus.com/support/international/

Sincerely,
 Roland U.S. Product Support
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: 64Guitars on November 24, 2014, 06:47:10 PM

WARNING: Be sure to read this entire message before using the attached update files.


I'm attaching the Micro BR version 1.04 update from the Roland Germany website to this message. I didn't want to post this without Roland's permission, so I wrote to them today explaining that version 1.04 was available on the Roland Germany website for quite a long while but was recently removed. Here is their reply:


"The version 1.04 is an official update from Roland, but it was pulled because it is possible to damage the Micro-BR if not installed correctly or if power is lost during the update. We normally try to have service centers do this update so we can control it a little bit more, so if you wanted to post this, you should probably include a warning about this. If the Micro BR is damaged, it would then need to get to a service center and probably have the main board replaced, which could be expensive."



It has always been true that you can screw up your BR if you don't install the update correctly or the power is interrupted during the installation. But I get the impression that the consequences are much greater with the Micro BR ("probably have the main board replaced") than with other BR series recorders. So I would advise against updating your Micro BR with the attached files unless you're confident that you know what you're doing and you feel that you need the update. From a previous message in this topic, we learned that the purpose of the version 1.04 update is that it "improves how data is written to some types of SD memory cards that would otherwise give a write error." So if you're not getting write errors with certain SD cards, it would probably be best not to do the update. It isn't worth the risk since there's nothing else to be gained. If it ain't broke, don't fix it. :)

Also, the instructions included with the update are in German. If you decide to go ahead with the update, read the rest of the messages in this topic to find out how to perform the update.

Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Captain Pugwash on November 25, 2014, 03:40:20 AM
Many thanks indeed for the update 64 guitars - your help is very much appreciated and the warning is received and understood. Will check the rest of the posts for instructions in English.

Cheers,

Greg  :)

Quote from: 64Guitars on November 24, 2014, 06:47:10 PM
WARNING: Be sure to read this entire message before using the attached update files.


I'm attaching the Micro BR version 1.04 update from the Roland Germany website to this message. I didn't want to post this without Roland's permission, so I wrote to them today explaining that version 1.04 was available on the Roland Germany website for quite a long while but was recently removed. Here is their reply:


"The version 1.04 is an official update from Roland, but it was pulled because it is possible to damage the Micro-BR if not installed correctly or if power is lost during the update. We normally try to have service centers do this update so we can control it a little bit more, so if you wanted to post this, you should probably include a warning about this. If the Micro BR is damaged, it would then need to get to a service center and probably have the main board replaced, which could be expensive."



It has always been true that you can screw up your BR if you don't install the update correctly or the power is interrupted during the installation. But I get the impression that the consequences are much greater with the Micro BR ("probably have the main board replaced") than with other BR series recorders. So I would advise against updating your Micro BR with the attached files unless you're confident that you know what you're doing and you feel that you need the update. From a previous message in this topic, we learned that the purpose of the version 1.04 update is that it "improves how data is written to some types of SD memory cards that would otherwise give a write error." So if you're not getting write errors with certain SD cards, it would probably be best not to do the update. It isn't worth the risk since there's nothing else to be gained. If it ain't broke, don't fix it. :)

Also, the instructions included with the update are in German. If you decide to go ahead with the update, read the rest of the messages in this topic to find out how to perform the update.


Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Captain Pugwash on November 25, 2014, 05:28:01 AM
A big thank you to 64 Guitars - update installed and working fine!!!

 ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Geir on November 25, 2014, 06:01:11 AM
Quote from: Captain Pugwash on November 25, 2014, 05:28:01 AMA big thank you to 64 Guitars - update installed and working fine!!!

 ;D ;D ;D
Good to hear, I was going to dig through my archives and look for it, but life got in the way :)

Hope to hear some music from you Captain !!!
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Captain Pugwash on November 25, 2014, 07:26:45 PM
Quote from: Geir on November 25, 2014, 06:01:11 AM
Quote from: Captain Pugwash on November 25, 2014, 05:28:01 AMA big thank you to 64 Guitars - update installed and working fine!!!

 ;D ;D ;D
Good to hear, I was going to dig through my archives and look for it, but life got in the way :)

Hope to hear some music from you Captain !!!

Thanks Geir - will post some music shortly! :)
Title: Re: Firmware Update (version 1.04) for Micro BR
Post by: Actilog on October 09, 2016, 04:25:18 AM
Thank you very much for the update, Always be very vigilant (careful) when performing this update!
It is now (2016) all the more necessary to do this update in order to maintain the MBR in use, since
many of the new SD cards use the newer chip layout, and everyone will most likely use maximum GB!