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USING B.BEAT MANAGER
Warning: It is strongly recommended to update both B.Beat PRO and B.Beat Manager software on the PC to release 4.6. Updating only the BBeat Manager, or only the B.Beat PRO to Release 4.6, may cause malfunctions.
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1. Automatic checking for a new release
Connect your B.Beat to the network using the Ethernet cable, or via WiFi, the same way you would connect it to your computer to transfer backing tracks. If your PC is connected to the Internet, the system checks whether B.Beat is updated to the latest software release.
If it is not, the software prompts through a pop-up to update the system. The update procedure of B.Beat is automatic.
USING A USB STICK
NOTE: Make sure you don’t have any other files called ‘bbeatProSysSw.upd’ in your PC’s Download folder.
Warning: It is strongly recommended to update both B.Beat PRO and B.Beat Manager software on the PC to release 4.6. Updating only the BBeat Manager, or only B.Beat PRO to Release 4.6, may cause malfunctions.
1. Checking the Software Version on the B.Beat
To check the version number currently installed on the device, simply press the Options key and choose INFO.
2. Download the software, version 4.6
– The latest firmware version of B.Beat can be downloaded as an .upd file from this link.
– Once you have downloaded the UPD file, copy it onto a USB stick.
– Remove the USB stick from your PC.
3. Update the software on B.Beat
– Switch on B.Beat and wait for the system to load.
– Insert the USB stick into the USB port of B.Beat, and wait the system to recognise the stick with the update. The display of B.Beat shows the message “Update found”. Press F3 .
– The system analyses the file, after about 15sec you are asked to confirm the update. Check that the version is the one above and press F3 again to confirm your choice. If not, cancel to interrupt the update.
– The update procedure continues automatically and eventually the B.Beat restarts itself. At the end of the restart, take out the USB stick
Release date 10 Sept 2024
– Folder management: it is possible to group some projects within a folder, so that you do not have a long list in the case of many projects. Now the projects are located in the main “Home” level (like in previous releases) or grouped within a folder. In the BBeat Manager, folders are highlighted on the left bar. Existing projects can be moved to folders by selecting them from HOME and clicking on the “folders” icon on the bar.
On BBeat, folders are highlighted with the folder icon: doing ENTER will display the projects in the folder, ESC will return. Folder playback is not allowed
– It is possible to apply changes to a block of text in the lyrics editor. By selecting the lines concerned, it is possible to apply small synchronisation changes to these lines with (+) and (-), or to simultaneously set the time from the input textbox, set text colour and alignment for a single portion of text.
– Ability to send PLAY and STOP from a MIDI-connected keyboard. There is a new option in MIDI INPUT SETUP for configuring commands. Connect the keyboard via MIDI to BBeat’s USB port using a standard MIDI-USB converter if the keyboard is not USB. Since each keyboard sends its own mapped commands such as PLAY and STOP, BBeat “learns” what the MIDI commands are for PLAY and STOP (in the options, MIDI input setup). It is a kind of advanced “pedal” that includes PLAY and STOP.
– It is possible to mute a family and keep the configuration stored even on subsequent power-up.
– Added the ability to change the background image directly from the B.Beat in the System > Options > Background Image menu
– Added the ability to keep the fan always on from the B.Beat in the System > Options > Fan Mode menu (Always On or Auto)
– The LINE IN input can also be used with a single mono cable, and the signal is put in the center in stereo in the headphones. It must be configured in the Options (MONO LINE IN)
– It reduces or resets of unexpected audio noises. If the project has videos and if the project generates audio noise, it is better to reload these I video files.
– Fixes unexpected problems that caused crashes.
– Adjust the size of some characters in the playlist to accommodate longer writes.
Less reaction time on PLAY with projects containing video
Added ability to handle a text-only project without music (hump handling for unplugged songs)
Added the ability to remotely control the B.Beat from the PC in addition to the Prompter app
Added single-line text coloring and alignment (on video output only)
Enhanced and speeded up the detection phase between PC and B.Beat and between Prompter and B.Beat
Fixed occasional blocking problems with MIDI files and added option to mute MIDI sounds at STOP and PAUSE (default is disabled)
Added volume control when the device operates as a sound card. The “Output Level” setting is retained.
Fixed bug that occasionally would not start video in playlist and show
Removed delay in pressing the pedal
Fixed bugs related to sheet music management with Prompter
Fixed minor bugs
Release date March 20, 2024
B.Beat Manager 4.0.4 per Windows
– Expansion mode management implemented. It is possible to connect two machines together via Ethernet cable, where one is an expansion of the outputs of the main. It is possible to link one B.Beat to one B.Beat-X and one B.Beat to another as its expansion.
– Improved Sync management between Main and Spare machines.
– Implemented new system for “Live Mode” to enhance control and security during a show
– Added support for creating backup and restore from USB stick, important for use with E.Beat
– Added in Options the possibility to lock output volume at different levels (+0 dBu, +4 dBu, +10 dBu) or leave it manual with poteziometers. Fixed vu meters display error.
– Added display of current project number playing in a playlist.
– Pressing the Esc key while a playlist is playing can be accessed to its playing list.
Fixed minor bugs
– problems with very long tracks
– Problems related to erasing and duplication of tracks in some circumstances
– Automatic memory restore in case of errors
– problems related to commands sent from remote control
– Now can manage expansions with B.Beat-X and all other types of combinations.
– Added the possibility to use the E.Beat plugin, software that allows off-line management of the machines of the B.Beat family. This plugin allows you to make a backup copy on a USB stick, use that stick to make changes, additions, deletions whatever you want to do with B.Beat. Once the changes are made, you insert this flash drive into B.Beat and it automatcally aligns the changes made off-line. The plugin requires payment of a fee.
– Added Chinese language
– Added manual editing of track volume value (with PC keyboard); projects lists are sorted alphabetically (not for playlists). Enhanced generally the usability of the user interface.
– When importing projects, putting the number of the output in front of the track name (e.g. 01 – Guitars.wav” ) automatically assigns the output number
– Added the ability to manually define the network address of the B.Beat in case of automatic connection problems.
Fixed minor bugs
– In Backup management. In particular, changing the destination of the backup folder destination now works.
– In moving (dragging) tracks within an audio project.
– Enhanced error handling when loading tracks.
release date 15 november 2023
Original output release
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