用户指南 / RØDECaster Pro II / Updating Firmware
Table of Contents
RØDECaster Pro II
Overview
How to Get Started
Setting Up Channels and Outputs
Setting Up USB Connections
Connecting Callers and Online Guests
Using the SMART Pads
What are the SMART Pads?
Setting Up Your SMART Pads
Using the SMART Pads to Trigger Sounds
Connecting to RØDE Central to Load and Export Sounds
Loading an Audio File onto a Sound Pad
Exporting an Audio File from a Sound Pad
Sound Pad Playback Modes
Trimming the Audio on a Sound Pad
Recording Audio Directly to a Sound Pad
Using the SMART Pads to Trigger Voice Effects
Setting up an FX Pad
Activating the Voice-altering Effects
Mixer Actions
MIDI Triggers
What are the SMART Pads?
Setting Up Your SMART Pads
Using the SMART Pads to Trigger Sounds
Connecting to RØDE Central to Load and Export Sounds
Loading an Audio File onto a Sound Pad
Exporting an Audio File from a Sound Pad
Sound Pad Playback Modes
Trimming the Audio on a Sound Pad
Recording Audio Directly to a Sound Pad
Using the SMART Pads to Trigger Voice Effects
Setting up an FX Pad
Activating the Voice-altering Effects
Mixer Actions
MIDI Triggers
How to Use the On-board Processing
Recording and Exporting Audio
Using RØDE Central
Updating Firmware
Virtual Devices
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Updating Firmware

The RØDECaster Pro II is regularly enhanced with new features, functionality improvements, bug fixes and more via firmware updates. These can be downloaded directly from your unit or via RØDE Central.

Downloading Firmware Directly to Your Unit

To download firmware directly to your unit, you must be connected to the internet via Wi-Fi or ethernet (settings > ‘System’ > ‘Network’ > then select either a Wi-Fi or ethernet/wired connection and follow the prompts to connect). When you are connected to a network and new firmware is available, a message will appear on the settings menu prompting you to update. Alternatively, you can go to settings > ‘System’ > ‘Information’ and tap ‘Check for Update’ to check if new firmware is available.

RØDECaster Pro II screen showing Firmware Update Available

Downloading Firmware via RØDE Central

When a firmware update is available, and you connect RØDECaster Pro II to a computer and open RØDE Central, you will automatically be prompted to update. Click ‘Update’ to download the firmware.

RØDE Central showing Update Required on RØDECaster Pro II

Note

After updating your firmware, your settings will remain in the previously known state.

Why Update to the Latest Firmware

It is recommended that you keep your RØDECaster Pro II up to date with the latest firmware to ensure optimal performance. We’re also constantly working to introduce new features and enhancements based on your feedback, so if you have a suggestion, please let us know at info@rode.com. You can find the firmware release notes for below.

Release Notes
RØDECaster Pro II on white table with display showing Firmware Update Available

Access Beta Firmware

Beta Mode

To access the beta mode on your RØDECaster Pro II, navigate to Settings > System > Information > View Device Information and then tap anywhere in the black box about a dozen times. If your RØDECaster Pro II is connected to the internet and a new beta firmware version is available, you will see a prompt to update to this beta version. If you don’t update to a new beta version, you can exit the beta mode by restarting your RØDECaster Pro II and repeating the above process.

Beta Testing Program

If you would like to be a part of the RØDECaster Pro II beta firmware testing program and be the first to hear about new features and updates, you can sign up here. Joining the program will give you the opportunity to provide feedback directly to the RØDE product development team.

Click here to see release notes for all firmware updates.

RØDECaster Pro II beta firmware screen

How to Revert Back to Stable Firmware

To revert back to stable firmware, you will need to factory reset your device using the latest version of RØDE Central using the steps below:

  1. Download RØDE Central (if you have not done so already)
  2. Open RØDE Central and connect your RØDECaster Pro II to your computer via USB
  3. Your RØDECaster Pro II should appear on the left column among other RØDE Central compatible devices. Click it.
  4. Click the settings cog in the top right of the window, then click the ‘Factory Reset’ option. You will be prompted to disconnect all RØDE devices from your computer. Disconnect, then reconnect and turn on your RØDECaster Pro II.
  5. After rebooting your RØDECaster Pro II, you will be able to click 'Factory Reset'. This will reinstall the latest firmware to your device.

If you have any issues reverting back to stable firmware, please contact service@rode.com

RØDECaster Pro II on table with NTH-100 and PodMic