Steinberg CC121 Controller Firmware 1.50 Download

Posted at April 27, 2024 by PCI-DB Team

Steinberg CC121 Controller Firmware 1.50 Description

Main Revisions and Enhancements

V1.01 to V1.50
- Improved the operability by increasing the resolution of the [F] (Frequency) knobs in the EQ sections. Install CC121 Extension V1.5.0 or later.

Update procedure

1. Turn the power off for the CC121.
2. Connect a computer directly to a CC121 (without using a hub) by using an USB cable. Be sure to disconnect all other USB devices, except the one to be updated.
3. Hold down the [STOP] button and turn the power on for CC121.
Hold the [STOP] button continuously. While the [STOP] button is held, some LEDs will light. This indicates the firmware version information.
4. Confirm the LEDs do not light as the following pattern, then go on to step 5. If the LEDs light as the pattern above, the update is not required.  
5. Release the [STOP] button, then turn the power off for CC121.
6. Simultaneously hold down the [m] and [>] buttons and turn the power on for CC121.  
The CC121 will boot up in update mode. When booting up in update mode, the front panel indicators of the CC121 will light as follows:
• The LEDs of channel section will light in order from lower to upper.
• [LOW-MID ON] button lights up
Confirm the LEDs light as the pattern above, then release the [m] and [>] buttons.
7. Double-click “CC121Update.exe” to start the program. When the program works correctly, the Output Port column will display “Steinberg CC121.”  
・ If an error message appears, check the cable connection and system requirements, and start the program again.   
8. Select the Update data to click the [Browse] button in the dialog. The Update data is “CC121_MAIN_V150.MID” which is in the same folder as “CC121Update.exe.”
・ If the update file is not correct, the Status column will display “File format error!!”
9. Click the [Start] button to start the update process. An “Installing…” message will appear in the Status column. The update process may take approximately two minutes to complete.
When the update data transfer is completed, the message “Don't close this dialog until all LED start blinking” will appear in the Status column. Keep in mind however, that the whole update process is not complete until all LED start blinking. While the update is in progress, never turn off the device or disconnect the cable. Please note that the device may be damaged if such a situation happens accidentally while the update is in progress.
10. When the LEDs of channel section start quick flashing, press [X] button to quit the CC121 Update Program. 

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.

  It is highly recommended to always use the most recent driver version available.

Try to set a system restore point before installing a device driver. This will help if you installed an incorrect or mismatched driver. Problems can arise when your hardware device is too old or not supported any longer.

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