SY-1000 System Program (Ver.1.20)

HOW TO TELL THE VERSION
Before you start, check the system program version of your SY-1000.
  1. While holding down [ EXIT ] button, turn power ON.
    Continue to hold down EXIT until the SY-1000 logo appears on the display.
  2. After a short while, the version information appears on the display.
    If this shows the latest version (Version 1.20 or later), there's no need to update your SY-1000.
  3. After verifying the displayed version, turn off the power.
* Don't perform the update if the product is already up-to-date.
UPDATE HISTORY
[ Ver.1.20 ] APR 2025
Change the specification
  • The values that can be set for AUTO OFF are OFF / 20MIN / 10HRS, and the default value has been changed to "20MIN (20 minutes)".
    * For information on the Auto Off function, please refer to the [OWNER'S MANUALS].
    * The AUTO OFF value cannot be set correctly when using BOSS TONE STUDIO for SY-1000 Ver.1.0.3 or lower.
[ Ver.1.10 ] OCT 2024
Functionality Improvement
  • ALT TUNE pitch detection and stability have been improved.
 
[ Ver.1.09 ] DEC 2023
Bug Fixes
The following bugs were fixed.
  • When using TUNER only GUITAR INPUT connected, the note name of the first string does not appear when GK IN is connected.
  • ALT TUNE for OSC SYNTH effect is canceled, after using TUNER.
  • ALT TUNE PITCH DOWN SETTING causes noise when picking.
  • MIDI THRU sometimes makes loop when connected to BTS.
  • It was possible to edit from BTS even during a FACTORY RESET.
  • The title does not appear on the BALANCER1 EDIT screen.
  • ASSIGN PC cannot be sent to more than one MIDI channel.
  • If you set GK SET or NORMAL SET in BASS MODE KNOB SETTING, only SET1 can be selected.
  • At the BASS MODE, the level meter moves even when GK is not connected.
 
[ Ver.1.08 ] OCT 2022
Functionality Improvement
  • ALT TUNE pitch detection and stability have been improved.
 
[ Ver.1.07 ] OCT 2021
Functionality Improvement
  • DYNAMIC SYNTH pitch detection and stability have been improved.
Bug Fix
The following bug was fixed.
  • When the TUNER has been assigned to the [1] through [4] switches using ASSIGN and the TUNER is started, only momentary operation is possible.
 
[ Ver.1.05 ] SEP 2020
Bug Fix
The following bug was fixed.
  • When the CUR NUM function is enabled, the CUR NUM LED may not light correctly.
 
[ Ver.1.04 ] APR 2020
Bug Fixes
The following bugs were fixed.
  • When the INST and Effects (CHAIN) are changed, Reverb sound sometimes fails to be output.
  • When Patches are switched, the DYNAMIC SYNTH parameter's SEQ playback position sometimes becomes variable.
  • When OUTPUT SELECT is set to INPUT type, sound drop-out sometimes occurs.
  • Other minor bugs.
 
[ Ver.1.03 ] JAN 2020
Functionality Improvement
  • Be compatible with BOSS TONE STUDIO for SY-1000.
Bug Fixes
The following bugs were fixed.
  • Part of the name for preset patch and variation has been changed.
  • CTL FUNCTION on NUM1-4 incorrectly activated at MANUAL MODE.
  • NORMAL PU GAIN parameter in GK SETTING doesn't work. (BASS MODE only)
  • Other minor bugs.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO UPDATE YOUR SY-1000
  • SY-1000
  • USB cable
    * The update is carried out with the unit and the computer connected via USB. Provide a cable suitable for connection to the computer you're using.
  • Computer (Windows or Mac) equipped with a USB port compliant with USB 2.0
CAUTION WHEN PERFORMING THE UPDATE
  • Never apply this update data to any product other than the SY-1000. This update data may destroy the data or system program of other products.
  • Never power-off your SY-1000 while the update is in progress!
    If a power failure or similar accident occurs during the update process, the SY-1000 won't be able to start up in normal operating mode. This will require servicing, so you will need to contact Roland service center near you if this occurs.
  • We regret that we are unable to answer questions regarding the update procedure using this system program. Please perform the update responsibly, following the directions given in this document.
GETTING THE UPDATE FILE
  1. Read the software license agreement at the bottom of the screen and select the "I agree" check box.
  2. Click the "Download" button to download the system program (sy1000_sys_v120.zip).
  3. Unarchive the downloaded file.
    ［Windows］ Right-click the file and select "Extract All," then click "Extract."
    ［macOS］ Double-click the file to unzip it.
PROCEDURE FOR THE UPDATE
  1. Hold down [ WRITE ] button and turn on the power.
    * Continue to hold down WRITE until "SY-1000 Updater" appears on the display.
  2. Connect the computer to the SY-1000's USB port by a USB cable.
  3. Open the "SY-1000" drive folder in your personal computer.
    "Removable Disk (*:)" might be displayed instead of the "SY-1000" icon.
  4. Copy (drag and drop) the "SY-1000_UPA_up.bin" in the "sy1000_sys_v120" folder into the root directory of the "SY-1000" drive.
  5. After the copy has been completed, unmount or remove the drive on your computer.
    [Windows] Remove the SY-1000 according to the settings and the version of Windows you're using.
    [Mac] Drag the "SY-1000" icon to the Trash icon in the Dock.
  6. Disconnect the USB cable.
    The message "Execute update ? ([WRITE]: execute, [Power off]:abort)" will appear on the display.
  7. Press [ WRITE ] button to start the update process.
  8. The message "Update completed." will appear on the display when the update process completes.
  9. Turn the SY-1000 power off.
    Please verify the version number "1.20" with the procedure described in "HOW TO TELL THE VERSION" part of this document.

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