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Appendix A: Line 6 Monkey
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As an example, the above screenshot shows Monkey has detected that a newer Firmware -
Flash Memory version is available than is currently installed in our device. In this scenario
you can select the Flash Memory item and click
Update Selection
. Be sure to read the
prompts carefully and Monkey will assist you in performing the update in minutes. It is
especially important not to disturb the devices’ controls and cable connections until the
update fully completes!
Line 6 Variax Updates
If you own any Line 6 Variax instrument, it is highly recommended that you check for and
install the latest available firmware update. This may be required for compatibility with
the newest POD HD500 firmware and POD® HD500 Edit and Variax® Workbench™
software applications.
Simply plug your Variax into the
VARIAX
input on the back of POD HD500 and then
launch Line 6 Monkey. You’ll be prompted to select from among the connected devices.
Select your Variax instrument in the window and click
OK
to proceed. The Line 6 Monkey
Updates window will then appear, showing all available updates for your Variax. If a Flash
Update is available, you should select it and click on
Update Selected
to install the latest
version.
If you haven’t already done so, be sure to download and install the latest Variax Workbench
software - you’ll see this listed within the Line 6 Monkey Updates window as well!