Fixes:
1. The first bug involved a miscalculation whenever the set_smpte subroutine calculate absolute frames in a time base of 29.97. These calculations are now performed correctly by calculating absolute frames based on 30fps, calculating the number offrames that must be dropped, and then subtracting.
2. Versions 6.42-6.44 would always look for SMPTE Chase config bytes in the sequence header. The problem is that older versions of WS would not put these bytes in the sequence header. The resulting 'overlap' would sometimes cause sequences to enter the SMPTE Chase mode accidentally. This was corrected by monitoring a flag and the Dropout frame value in the script header. If both of these values are zero, then we know that an older version of WinScript was used to download the script. If either of these values are not zero, we know that the script was loaded with WinScript 3.0 Build 01 or newer.
About General 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.