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I though that USB or whatever port cable I need to flash the firmware would be in the box, but apparently it didn't come with one. Where can I obtain one?
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I think it should have been in the box, you should probably ask your dealer.
Details to build one are here: http://bwgroup-support.com/downloads...connection.pdf- Mike
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They never come with the cable. I think it's to make you bring it in to the dealer so they can be responsible if you brick your unit. Also its not a USB port they use. It's some older port that most PC haven't been using in years.Comment
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Actually it should have been in the box. If not I would speak with your dealer. You can purchase a serial to usb adapter at Radio Shack or similar electronics retailer for about $30. Upgrade is quite simple.Comment
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Cool never thought about a USB to serial converter! My 15 series rotel didn't come with the cable either! Let me know how it works out for you.Originally posted by PSUfanComment
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I went through a similar thing a while ago when I needed a serial cable to upgrade electronics. One thing I found you have to be careful of, is some of the serial adapters don't support high enough bandwith for it. For example, at first I got a cheap USB-serial cable from IOGear or something. In the end, I had to get the nice one from Radio Shack, and it worked fine.
CHRIS
Well, we're safe for now. Thank goodness we're in a bowling alley.
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I guess I need to call Rotel and find our from then if I can buy that cable from them and if serial to USB adapter will work.. Not sure why would they make serial connection when nobody is using it anymore..Comment
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Because that's pretty much the standard for control in the home automation industry. We're slowly starting to see ethernet control trickle in on some devices, but the majority is RS232 over serial. Even those with IP control still have serial as a backup.Originally posted by MTRX
So the majority of people are still using serial.
Unless they decided to start saving money, the cable should have been in the box. Rotel should send you one if you ask.
Kevin D.Comment
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Parasound didn't include a serial-USB adapter either, FWIW. CHRIS
Well, we're safe for now. Thank goodness we're in a bowling alley.
- PleasantvilleComment
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Sorry to bring up someones old post. I STILL haven't upgraded the firmware to my RSP 1570. I just got a 3d tv and now really want to be able to use my 1570 again. I emailed the dealership and they told me I could do it at home with the cable that came in the box. ARG! NO cable came in the box! I emailed them back and haven't gotten a reply from that. Pretty disappointing they don't seem to want to upgrade it for me. Anyone found a cable by now that works? Maybe a link?Comment
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It's been the same cable since the 1066. All of the 15 series would have had it in the box. The pinout is on Rotel's support site with the firmware, a new one from Rotel is only about $8US.
Kevin D.Comment
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You wouldn't happen to have a close up pic of the rj45 side of the cable to see the pin/wire color layout? Maybe I have something similar laying around. If you google this you will see a couple others didn't get the wire in the box.Originally posted by Kevin DComment
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Color / pin-out would vary depending on what's used on the db9 end that you can't see.Originally posted by Industrial
Pin-out is here:
http://www.bwgroupsupport.com/downlo...connection.pdfComment
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No worries. Rotel is sending out a cableOriginally posted by Kevin D
Now, what serial to USB converter you recommend? Do they all work or would I need a special one?
Thanks for all the help Kev!Comment
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I like the Keyspan version, but I'm not sure if it's the same as it was a few years ago. If you can find one with a true serial UART, you'll be better off.
Kevin D.Comment
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Got the cable and USB to serial today. Updated mains went smooth video smooth. Then when it came for the dsp update and it's own separate updated. FAILED!
tried twice so far always fails around 6%. So now I can turn the machine on see video etc but no more audio. When I press the mute button to see the versions I see it for video but Audio just says "."
Now I wish I has only installed the two first updates as thAts all I really
Needed
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Never mind, ran that last updater in xp virtual mode. Worked!Comment
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