DP-24 Firmware Update

[Rhythmhawk]

Hello Everybody,

I am new to the forum, and new to the world of Tascam.
I very recently purchased a Tascam DP-24 that has the cd-burner and midi. I've been on a learning curve, but, noticed that the firmware was at 1.05, but, the 'newest' firmware' update is '1.21'. So, I connected the DP-24 to the computer, noticed the 'Utility' pop-up, and then downloaded the newest firmware update.
Here's the question: How do I transfer that download, after unzipping it, to the DP-24?

I apologize if this seem elementary, but, I gotta start somewhere.
Thanks in advance.

 

[Phil Tipping]

Welcome to the forum. The update procedure is described in a PDF file which should be in the zipped package you downloaded. If not, it may be a separate file on the Tascam website. Look for something like E_DP-24_32_FW-Update_vA.pdf.
In summary, you copy the unzipped firmware file into the UTILITY folder on the sd-card. You can do this by either plugging the card directly into your computer or by using the USB link.
You then need to press & hold some buttons on your machine while it is powering up. This displays an update menu, and you just follow the instructions on the screen.
Btw, it's recommended you do a full reformat of your sd-cards after upgrading. We only have anecdotal evidence for this, but best to be sure.

 

[Rhythmhawk]

Thank you, Mr Tipping

I'm an analog guy from the mid-80's, and even though my kids would tell you that they have spent countless hours teaching me the "internet", I'm still a bit 'computer-illiterate'.

Thank you again, Phil. Much appreciated