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How can I upgrade my Bryston SP4?
This document outlines the procedure and benefits of upgrading a Bryston SP4 processor to the StormAudio platform.
The Bryston SP4 units are limited at firmware version 4.1r2
Upgrading to the StormAudio firmware unlocks ongoing software updates, advanced features, and hardware expandability
Upgrade process
License acquisition and activation
Purchase the upgrade license by contacting your Installer, Distributor, or StormAudio Orders.
You will then receive a license file to download.
Activation:
Access the Bryston SP4 WebUI.
Navigate to the system settings and click Load License.
Upload the received license file to unlock the unit.
Firmware update: Follow the standard upgrade procedures outlined on the StormAudio website to update the unit to the latest available firmware version.
Step 1: Upgrade to firmware 4.1r2 (versions prior to V4.1r2 only)
Step 2: Once step 1 is complete or if your current version is V4.1r2, upgrade to Special 4.2r0 firmware
Step 3: Once step 2 is complete, upgrade to firmware 4.7r3.
⇒ Perform the latest upgrade twice consecutively to apply the firmware onto your unit properly. The first update will update the unit startup sequence, the second will apply the full firmware on top of it.
Features & Capabilities
Software Enhancements
Once successfully upgraded, the unit gains access to the modern StormAudio software firmware, unlocking the following features:
StormXT: Audio expander
Bass Management "Expert" Mode: Advanced bass routing and zone creation
StormEasy: Streamlined configuration wizard
HDMI Matrix: Advanced multi-zone video routing (unit equipped with HMC82 HDMI board only)
CEC (unit equipped with HMC82 HDMI board only)
PEQ Enhancements: Upgraded Parametric Equalizer featuring new filters, finer Q-step adjustments, and improved delay times
Speaker Layouts: Support for multiple speaker layouts
Low Latency Mode
New Web Interface
The unit becomes compatible with Dirac Bass Control and Dirac Active Room Treatment (ART).
Dirac licenses are not included in the base upgrade and must be purchased separately by contacting your Dealer or local Distributor.
Hardware Upgrade
Upgrading to the StormAudio firmware allows to purchase physical hardware upgrades to meet modern specifications, including:
HMC83 HDMI 2.1 board
DAC modules
ADEC decoder
Hardware upgrades must be purchased by contacting your Dealer or local Distributor.
StormAudio Support
Once the upgrade is complete, the unit is fully serviced by StormAudio Support. You can reach out directly to StormAudio or via you Dealer or local Distributor for all technical inquiries, hardware troubleshooting, and software requests.