Alcorn DBAP4 Controller Card Firmware 1.54

Release Notes

- Added SR lock option (requires binloop config v5.2.1.5+)
- Fixes to controller card messages addressed for REPROs
- Added FILM video format (1080P23976)

Update the DBAP4 Controller Card:

1. Download the latest firmware for the DBAP4
2. Extract the zipped firmware update files to your PC. These are the files:
DBAP4.HEX - Main Controller Card Firmware
SMPTECOR.HEX - SMPTE Interface Firmware
REL_DBAP4.TXT - A copy of these release notes
3. Launch the Binloop PC Software
4. Launch the Firmware update utility by clicking on Help->Update Firmware...
5. Use this screen to update both the Controller firmware and the SMPTE Interface firmware. On-screen instructions will be provided.

About Device Firmware:

Applying a newer firmware version than the one already installed on your unit can bring various enhancements, include workarounds for diverse problems encountered by the device, and improve or add newly developed features.

On the other hand, downgrading the firmware version can recover the device’s functionality in the event of a software update either turning up faulty or causing the unit’s overall performance to drop. However, bear in mind that applying an older firmware isn’t recommended and might not always be possible.

When it comes to the update steps, due to the large variety of devices and numerous ways for installing a new firmware, it is recommended that you carefully read and understand the upgrade steps, and consider applying a different firmware only when you have familiarized yourself with the update method.

As the installation process is most of the times quite risky, this step should be taken by users that have the ability to successfully complete the update; regular users may initiate it at their own risk. Moreover, it’s best that this task be performed in a steady power environment such as the one ensured by a UPS unit.

Therefore, if you consider applying this release, hit the download button, take into account all the aforementioned aspects, and update the device’s firmware. Also make sure you constantly check with our website to ensure that you don’t miss a single new release.