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DJ-202 System Program (Ver.1.10)


How to know the version
Before you start, check the system program version of your DJ-202.

  1. While holding down the [ rotary selector ] in the Browser Section, connect the DJ-202 and the computer and turn on the power.
  2. The illumination pattern of the Performance pads in the Deck Section and the buttons in the Mixer Section indicates the current version.
    If these items are lighted as shown in the figure below, the unit is at the latest version. If the illumination pattern of the buttons is different from the figure, update the unit.
  3. After checking version of the product, power off the DJ-202 without performing any button operation.


Update history
[ Ver.1.10 ] JAN 2018
Compatibility with Serato DJ Lite was confirmed (March 2018).


Please refer to the "DJ-202 Owner's Manual" for detailed information in the [ Owner's Manuals ].
Additional Functions
  • Added Backspin Length setting
  • Added Jog dial top surface sensitivity adjustment
Functionality Improvements
  • Added TR-606 / TR-707 sounds
  • Increases the TR-S's KIT count from 8 to 12
  • Expanded BPM range from 40 - 300 to 5 - 500

* To update the TR-S, a factory reset is required after applying the update data. For the procedure, refer to "Factory Reset."
[ Ver.1.04 ] OCT 2017
Bug Fix
The following bug was fixed.
Minor bugs have been fixed.
[ Ver.1.03 ] OCT 2017
Bug Fix
The following bug was fixed.
VINYL for DECK 3 and 4 cannot be turned off via operation from Serato Intro.


What you will need to update your DJ-202
  • DJ-202
  • USB cable included with the DJ-202
  • A computer with a USB connector ( Windows, Mac )


Caution when performing the update
  • Never apply this update data to any product other than the DJ-202. This update data may destroy the data or system program of other products.
  • Never power-off your DJ-202 while the update is in progress!
    If a power failure or similar accident occurs during the update process, the DJ-202 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
Please open/extract the downloaded "dj202505_sys_110.zip" file on your computer to get the update file in the "dj202505_sys_110" folder.

Procedure for the update
Caution
  • You must not rename the extracted file.
  • Never turn off the DJ-202's power while the update is in progress. Otherwise the system program or the DJ-202 itself may be destroyed.

Please install the extracted system program file into your DJ-202 according to the following procedure.
  1. While holding down the [ SYNC ] button in the mixer section, connect the DJ-202 and the computer using the USB cable and turn on the power.
  2. Open the "Roland" drive folder in your personal computer.
  3. Copy DJ202-505_C0A_up.bin in the "dj202505_sys_110" folder into the "Roland" drive by dragging and dropping it.
    * Do not copy the "dj202505_sys_110" folder.
  4. Pressing the [ SYNC ] button in the mixer section starts the update.
    The performance pads flash while the update is in progress.
    When the performance pads stay lighted, the update is complete.
  5. Detach the USB cable and turn off the power.
    * The performance pads might flash at the first startup after the update. This is not a malfunction; without turning off the power, wait for the unit to start up.


Factory Reset
To update the TR-S, the operation in "Returning to the Factory Settings (Factory Reset)" is required after applying the update data.
Executing the operation in "Returning to the Factory Settings (Factory Reset)" enables you to load the most recent tone data.
Please refer to the "DJ-202 Owner's Manual" for detailed information in the [ Owner's Manuals ].

* Executing the procedure in "Returning to the Factory Settings (Factory Reset)" causes the settings and patterns in the DJ-202 to be lost.
Before executing the procedure in "Returning to the Factory Settings (Factory Reset)," use the procedure in "Backup" to save any necessary data onto a computer.
* The data in "system settings" cannot be backed up. Before executing the procedure in "Returning to the Factory Settings (Factory Reset)," make a written note of any necessary items.

Backup
Here's how to back up all patterns and kits (instruments).
  1. While holding down the mixer section's SAMPLER [ CUE ] button, use a USB cable to connect the DJ-202 to your computer.
    The SEQUENCER section's [START/STOP] button blinks, and the performance pads blink.
  2. On your computer, open the "Roland" drive.
  3. Copy all files in the "BACKUP" folder to the computer.
  4. When copying is completed, operate your computer to eject the "Roland" drive.
    With Windows
    Right-click on the "Roland" icon in My Computer and execute "Eject."
    With Mac
    Drag the "Roland" icon to the Trash icon in the Dock.
  5. Disconnect the USB cable to power-off the DJ-202.

Returning to the Factory Settings (Factory Reset)
This returns all system settings, all patterns and kits (instruments) stored in the unit's memory to their factory defaults.
  1. While holding down the [ LOAD ] button in the left side (L channel) of the browser section, use a USB cable to connect the DJ-202 to your computer, and continue holding down the [LOAD] button until the SEQUENCER section’s [START/STOP] button blinks.
  2. Press the blinking [ START/STOP] button.
    Factory reset begins. The MASTER level indicator blinks
    When the factory reset finishes, all buttons and pads light up.
    * Never turn off the power while the MASTER level indicator is blinking.
  3. After the factory reset is complete, disconnect the USB cable to power-off the DJ-202.

Restore
This restores the backed-up data from the computer to the DJ-202.
  1. While holding down the mixer section's SAMPLER [ CUE ] button, use a USB cable to connect the DJ-202 to your computer.
    The SEQUENCER section's [START/STOP] button blinks, and the performance pads blink.
  2. On your computer, open the "Roland" drive.
  3. Copy the backup files into the "Roland" drive's "RESTORE" folder.
  4. When copying is completed, operate your computer to eject the "Roland" drive.
    With Windows
    Right-click on the "Roland" icon in My Computer and execute "Eject."
    With Mac
    Drag the "Roland" icon to the Trash icon in the Dock.
  5. Press the SEQUENCER section's [START/STOP] button.
    The performance pads blink alternately, and then all performance pads blink.
    When the restore operation finishes, all performance pads flash.
    * Never turn off the power while the performance pads are blinking alternately.
  6. Disconnect the USB cable to power-off the DJ-202.


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