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2017 DSR1 processor - software & manual

Eric Russell
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The documents below contain installation and software downloads for the DSR1 signal processor.

 

Installation Guides
PerfectTune™ App Download
  • The Rockford Fosgate® PerfectTune™ app is designed for use with the Rockford Fosgate DSR1 8 Channel Interactive Signal Processor with Integrated iDatalink Maestro Module. PerfectTune™ allows initial setup and configuration of the DSR1 and make adjustments required to tune the system for best audio performance.
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DSR1 Software Update Instructions
  1. Launch Web Browser (Chrome, Edge, Safari, etc)
    • WebLink is compatible with Windows & Mac.
     
  2. Go To Maestro Site
    • weblinkupdater.com/weblinkdesktop/
     
  3. Install "Weblink Desktop" (For PC and Mac)
    • For Mac: Select your operating system.  Click the Apple menu icon, then choose "About This Mac".  Choose the proper OS from the dropdowns
      • If your Mac OS is not listed, the Weblink Desktop application will not work.
    • Click the download icon to the right
       

     
  4. Connect DSR1 to PC
    • Use the micro-USB to USB cable included in your DSR1 package.
    • Please use the USB cable supplied with the DSR1.  Failure to do so (using a longer cable) may cause connection problems.

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  5. Launch Weblink Desktop
    • Log in to your existing Weblink account.
      • Don't have an account?  Click "Sign up" below the log in button.  
      • If making a new account, you will have to check your email for an activation link to enable your account.
    • Do NOT use Demo mode.  It will not program your DSR1.


     
  6. Click on "Flash Maestro"
    • Wait for Weblink to recognize the DSR1.
    • If the DSR1 is not recognized, disconnect and reconnect USB cable or try another USB port on the computer.
    • Be sure only the Weblink Desktop site is open, DO NOT open DSR1 Updater utility at this time.

     
     
  7.  Enter Your Login Information

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  8. Embedded Device (BLEARDC) update.
    • Click "Re-Flash Embedded Device"
    • The DSR1 mainboard firmware v1.5.6.0 and above requires a Bluetooth update and re-flash of the Maestro settings.

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  9. After Flash has been completed, select “RE-DETECT”

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  10. Click “FLASH BY VEHICLE”

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  11. Select Vehicle Year and Make.
    • For Universal Mode (RCA Output,) select "Other".

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  12. Select Your Model and Trim

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  13. Select Your OEM Radio

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  14. Select the Recommended Firmware

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  15. Select the Accessories being used. Click "Continue"

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  16. Select Optional OEM controls. Click "Continue"

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  17. Click “FLASH”
    • DO NOT disconnect USB cable while programming the module.

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  18. When done, "The Flash Was Completed With Sucess” will appear

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  19. Close Weblink Desktop program before using DSR1 Updater program

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Update DSR1 Software
  1. Download DSR1 Updater Software
    • Download and Launch the DSR1 Updater program from the below chart.
    • Only have DSR1 Updater utility open. DO NOT keep Maestro site and DSR1 Updater utility open simultaneously.

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    DSR1 Updater Software
    Release Version Description Notes
    (*.txt)    		 Software
    (*.exe)
    06/18/2018 2.1.1 - Fixed issue of not reading two-digit version numbers correctly
    - Fixed issue of not automatically detecting device on startup    		 notes Download
    05/21/2018 2.1.0 - Fixed issue of closing out app in order to program another device
    - Improved installation process    		 notes Download
    04/23/2018 2.0.0 - Fixed issue that could cause the device to be bricked if the USB cable was unplugged during upgrade process
    - Misc improvements and bug fixes    		 notes
    10/27/2017 1.1.3 - Added factory reset option for all audio settings (default is off) notes
    09/06/2017 1.0.4 - Original MP Release notes

     

  2. DSR1 Updater Software
    • This is the default screen for the DSR1 Updater.

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  3. Connect to DSR1
    • Under Step-1 click "Scan For Devices".
    • Device should be detected automatically.

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    1. Download and Install DSR1 Firmware (DSRA)
      • Download latest DSRA file from chart below.
      • Extract DSRA file from ZIP using unpacker utility like 7-Zip or Win-Zip before proceeding.
      • Under Step-2 click “Open File” button to select the DSRA file downloaded from website above.
      • Check box to "Reset DSR1 to Factory Settings" (important if problems arise or installing in a different vehicle.)
      • Confirm the update file version number.

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      DSRA Firmware Downloads
      Release Version

      Description

      Notes
      (*.txt)

      Software
      (*.dsra)
      7/26/2022 1.9.8.0 - Fixed issue where some amplifiers would have pop noises when powered on. notes Download
      5/29/2019 1.9.4.0 - Add PLC control task restart when received DSP task readiness, to fix bug of no subwoofer output in started car with PLC2 connected.
      - Change ADS volume back to 80dB.      		 notes Download
      02/20/2019 1.9.3.0 - Fixed issue of volume resetting when switching back from navigation to music in Maestro mode notes
      11/11/2018 1.9.2.0 - Fixed occasional turn-on pop noise in standalone mode in some vehicles notes
      10/18/2018 1.9.0.0 - Added support for adjustable delay feature notes
      08/28/2018 1.8.1.0 - Fixed misc. issues notes
      08/22/2018 1.7.3.0 - Re-Flash DSR1 using Weblink when running T-Harness on this firmware
      - Fixed issue of no audio after phone call in Maestro mode
      - Fixed issue of no audio after Siri voice prompt in Maestro mode
      - Changed radio volume knob minimum range from -60dB to -80dB in Maestro mode      		 notes
      06/01/2018 1.7.0.0 - Re-Flash DSR1 using Weblink when running T-Harness on this firmware
      - Improved compatibility with PTS (push-to-start) vehicles
      - Changed default crossover alignment from Butterworth to Linkwitz-Riley   
      - Fixed issue resulting in lower system gain after uploading preset to device
      - Fixed Maestro issue of volume mismatch when switching from phone to music
      - Fixed Maestro issue of glitch when switching between phone and music      		 notes —
      04/10/2018 1.5.6.0

      - Re-Flash DSR1 using Weblink when running T-Harness on this firmware
      - Added support for Toyota Maestro vehicles
      - Fixed issue of device restarting in some start-stop vehicles
      - Fixed issues of loud chimes / voice / navigation in Maestro mode
      - Fixed issue of low output voltage sensitivity in Maestro mode
      - Improved Bluetooth communication with APP
      - Misc. fixes and improvements

      		 notes —
      03/12/2018 1.4.4.0

      - Re-Flash DSR1 using Weblink when running T-Harness on this firmware
      - Fixed issue of pop when switching to Bluetooth for voice call

      		 notes —
      03/12/2018 1.4.3.0 - Re-Flash DSR1 using Weblink when running T-Harness on this firmware
      - Fixed issue no audio when switching to SPDIF input mode

      notes

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      03/02/2018 1.4.2.14 - Re-Flash DSR1 using Weblink when running T-Harness on this firmware
      - Improved vehicle communication in Maestro mode
      - Improved app communication
      - Fixed issue of loss of audio on ignition due to low battery
      - Fixed issue of turn-on / turn-off pop in some installations
      - Fixed issue of Maestro chime volume too loud
      - Fixed issue of Maestro slow chime latency      		 notes —
      12/05/2017 1.4.1.0 - Re-flash DSR1 via Weblink if using T-harness with v1.3.x.x or newer
      - Increased turn-off delay from 0.5 to 4 seconds to fix occasional turn-off pop in non-Rockford amplifiers      		 notes —
      11/27/2017 1.4.0.0 - Re-flash DSR1 via Weblink if using T-harness with v1.3.x.x or newer
      - Added ability to read on/off state of customer selectable radio functions from Maestro for APP compatibility      		 notes —
      11/10/2017 1.3.1.0 - Re-flash DSR1 via Weblink if using T-harness with v1.3.x.x or newer
      - Fixed issue where rapid presses of bass, mid or treble buttons on radio caused temporary loss of audio      		 notes —
      10/31/2017 1.3.0.0 - Re-flash DSR1 via Weblink if using T-harness with v1.3.x.x or newer
      - Fixed issue of Maestro radio commands resetting subwoofer level and Punch EQ when no PLC knob connected      		 notes —
      10/06/2017 1.2.6.0 - Fixed issue of Maestro radio commands resetting PLC2 knob level
      - Set default PLC2 knob function to not connected      		 notes —
      09/27/2017 1.2.5.0 - Fixed rare issue of unit switching to aux or changing PLC level with no PLC knob attached notes —
      09/08/2017 1.2.4.0 - Changed default crossover alignment from Butterworth to Linkwitz
      - Fixed iDataLink volume resetting to max after changing channel config in APP
      - Added volume ramp to improve popping issue
      - Improved APP preset upload transfer time
      - Updated device information reported to APP
      - Fixed popping issue when adjusting crossovers on channels with trim levels set less than 0.0 dB
      - Fixed iDataLink chime not playing on correct channel
      - Changed iDataLink communication activity LED color to green
      - Fixed issue where changes to channel configuration in APP would cause iDataLink to stop responding
      - Improved iDatalink chime generation      		 notes —
      09/06/2017 1.2.3.0 - Fixed issue where changes to channel configuration in APP would cause iDataLink to stop responding notes —
      09/05/2017 1.2.2.0 - Fixed iDataLink chime not playing on correct channel
      - Changed iDataLink communication activity LED color to green      		 notes —
      08/30/2017 1.2.1.0 - Fixed popping issue when adjusting crossovers on chanels with trim levels set less than 0.0 dB notes —
      08/11/2017 1.2.0.1 - Updated device information reported to APP notes —
      08/10/2017 1.2.0.0 - Improved APP preset upload transfer time notes —
      07/25/2017 1.1.1.0 - Changed default crossover alignment from butterworth to linkwitz
      - Fixed iDataLink volume resetting to max after changing channel configuration in APP      		 notes —
      06/26/2017 1.0.0.0 - Original MP Release notes —

  4. Program Device
    • Click “Upload To Device” to start programming.
    • Wait for programming process to complete.
    • WARNING: Do not turn-off power of disconnect USB cable during the update process!

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  5. Confirm Firmware
    • Confirm updates were properly flashed to DSR1
    • Disconnect USB from computer
    • Disconnect USB from DSR1

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  6. Cycle Power
    • When installing the DSR1 into a vehicle, cycle Power ON, then back OFF to commit any remaining updates.
     

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