Korg Volca Nubass User Manual

volca nubass System Firmware Update Instructions
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System Firmware Update Instructions
Do not playback the system update file on any speaker or headphone system as this could lead to
damage to equipment and/or hearing loss. Korg or any of its affiliates will not accept responsibility for
any damages, personal loss or injury that may result from playback of the file.
What you will need
You will need the following to perform your update.
⚫ An audio player or personal computer capable of audio playback
⚫ A stereo mini-jack audio cable
⚫ AC adapter KA-350 or six AA batteries
Make sure the batteries are brand new if using alkaline or fully charged if using NiMH batteries.
volca nubass will not enter update mode if the batteries are depleted.
Preparations
1. Unzip the file “volca_nubass_updater_0104.zip”.
If using an audio player, transfer the file volca_nubass_sys_0104.wav from your computer to your
audio player.
Do not playback the system update file on any speaker or headphone system as this could lead
to damage to equipment and/or hearing loss.
2. Check the current version
Turn the power on while pressing the PLAY button. The display will indicate the current version of the
main and panel systems in the following format:
“ 1.02” : main system version 1.02
“P0.09” : panel system version 0.09
Pressing the PLAY button will continue the startup process normally.

Korg Volca Nubass Specifications

General

Product type	Analog synthesizer
Product color	Black, Blue
Keyboard number of keys	-
Maximum polyphony (notes)	1
MIDI in	Yes
Battery type	AA
Power source type	AC, Battery
Number of batteries supported	6

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	115 mm
Width	193 mm
Height	46 mm
Weight	370 g

Summary

What You Will Need

Preparations

Unzip and Transfer File

Unzip the update file and transfer the .wav audio file to your audio player.

Check Current System Version

Verify the current system version by holding PLAY during power-on.

Perform the Update

Enter Update Mode

Turn on power while pressing FUNC and PLAY buttons to enter update mode.

Start Audio Playback

Start playback of the update .wav file; STEP LEDs indicate progress.

Connect Audio Output

Connect the audio output of your playback device to the SYNC IN connector.

Update Completion

Confirm Update Completion

When "End." appears, turn the power off; verify the version again.

Troubleshooting Tips

Update Failure

If update fails, knob LEDs blink; repeat from step 1 after reviewing tips.

Common Update Issues

Check volume, disable sound effects, ensure file plays from start, and close other applications.