Updating the VF-1 Operating System from Standard MIDI Files

Use the following procedure to update the VF-1 to the current
operating system. The updated software is provided as 15
Standard MIDI Files.

The tools required are:
* MIDI sequencer (software or hardware) that can load
  Standard MIDI Files
* MIDI cable
* VF-1
* VF-1 System Software update files

CAUTION!
Do not turn off the VF-1 during system software updating.
This can damage the machine.

Update Procedure

1. Connect the MIDI OUT of the sequencer to the MIDI IN 
   of the VF-1.
2. Hold down WRITE button and PARAMETER LEFT[<] button
   while powering on the VF-1. The message
   "Flash Update" will be displayed.
3. Load the Standard MIDI Files into your sequencer.
4. Play all Standard MIDI Files: "vf1-01.MID" through
   "vf1-16.MID" in sequential order.
5. After all SMF's have been played into the VF-1, the
   message "NOW initializing! TURN OFF, After 40 seconds."
   will be displayed.
6. Wait 40 seconds,and Restart the VF-1
   (power off and then on again).

Checking the version number

While holding down the [ENTER] button, turn on the power
of the VF-1. The message "VF-1 Ver 1.10" will be displayed.
The version number will appear in the LCD for approximately
five seconds.

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