Downloading the update, Installing the update PC | Rio Audio Forge

Can I update the firmware on the Rio Forge?

•Yes. If available, firmware for your Rio can be downloaded online.

Note: Quit all applications before running the firmware update. While running the firmware update, do not close the program, turn off the player, or unplug the USB cable.

Downloading the update

1Click on the following link: Firmware Upgrade.

2Click on the link to the Rio Forge.

3Locate UPDATES and click Firmware.

Select and download the latest software. Download the software that is specific to the operating system you use on your PC:

*.exe (Windows) *.hqx (Mac) *.zip (Windows)

*.txt (All operating systems—a text file including update information and instructions.)

Installing the update (PC)

1Connect the player to your computer with the USB cable.

2Wait for Idle to be displayed on the player screen.

3Double-click the file that you downloaded from the Rio website. The update should take approximately 30 seconds to load.

Installing the update (Mac)

1Connect the player to your computer with the USB cable.

2Wait for Idle to be displayed on the player screen.

3Double-click the Rio Update you downloaded.

4Follow the instructions to complete the update.

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