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Please note: it is strongly recommended that to update both the B.Beat the B.Beat software on your PC to the latest available release. Updating only the B.Beat Manager to release 5.0 or only the B.Beat release 5.0 may lead to malfunctions.
Download version 5.0 of BBeatManager from these links.If your B.Beat isBeat updated to release 5.0, please update it.
BBeatManager per MAC (Richiede la versione macOS 13 “Ventura” o superiore)
1. Automatic check for a new release
Connect your B.Beat the network via Ethernet cable or WiFi, in the same way you connect to your computer to transfer backing tracks. If your PC is connected to the Internet, the system will check whether B.Beat updated to the latest release.
If it is not, the software will prompt you to update the system via a pop-up window. The B.Beat update procedureBeat
We always recommend updating both B.Beat the B.Beat software on your PC to the latest release.
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N.B. Make sure you don't have any other files named "bbeatSysSw.upd" in your pc's Download folder.
It is strongly recommended to update both the B.Beat the B.Beat software on your PC to release 5.0. Updating only the B.Beat Manager or only the B.Beat release 5.0 may lead to malfunctions.
1.Controllare la versione del Software presente sul B.Beat
Per controllare il numero di versione attualmente installata sulla macchina è sufficiente premere il tasto delle Opzioni e scegliere INFO.
2.Scaricare il software, versione 5.0.5
– La versione aggiornata del firmware di B.Beat è scaricabile sotto forma di file .upd da questo link.
– Una volta scaricato il file UPD copiatelo all’interno di una penna USB.
– Rimuovete la penna USB dal vostro PC.
3.Aggiornare il software su B.Beat
– Accendere il B.Beat e attendere che si visualizzi la schermata principale.
– Inserire la penna USB nella porta USB di B.Beat e attendere che l’aggiornamento venga riconosciuto Sul display di B.Beat appare il messaggio “Update found”. Premere F3 .
– Il sistema analizza il file, dopo 15sec circa viene chiesta conferma di effettuare l’aggiornamento. Verificare che la versione sia quella sopra e per confermare la scelta premere ancora F3. In caso contrario, annullare per interrompere l’aggiornamento.
– La procedura di aggiornamento continua in automatico e alla fine il B.Beat di riavvia da solo. Al termine del riavvio, estrarre la penna USB
– Possibilità di installare il plug-in B-Loop (vedi)
– Migliorata la gestione dell’editor dei testi
– Aggiunta modalità Fast Mode per il pedale: disabilita le funzioni multiple (pressione lunga) per essere più reattivo
– Introdotta cancellazione delle reti WiFi note
– Risolti problemi minori
B.BEAT 4.7.1
BBEATMANAGER 4.7.1 FOR MAC
BBEATMANAGER 4.7.1 FOR WINDOWS
– Added support to GO.8 Synch signal generation.
– Added the ability to manually set the output video resolution in the B.Beat settings.
– Fixed an issue with background image management in SHOWS when switching between two slots.
– Fixed some issues with PDF display in the score manager.
– Fixed an issue with loading images and videos with E.Beat.
– Fixed minor bugs.
- Folder management: It is possible to group some projects within a folder, so that you do not have a long list in the case of many projects. Thus, projects can be found in the main "Home" level (in previous releases) or grouped within a folder. In the BBeat Manager, folders are highlighted on the bar to the left. Existing projects can be moved to folders by selecting them from HOME and clicking on the "folders" icon on the bar.
On BBeat, folders are highlighted with the folder icon: doing ENTER displays the folder's projects, ESC takes you back. Folder playback is not allowed
- Ability to apply changes to a block of text in the text editor. By selecting the affected lines, it is possible to apply minor synchronization changes to these lines with (+) and (-) or simultaneously write time on the input box, set text color and alignment for a single portion.
- Ability to send PLAY and STOP from a connected keyboard via MIDI. There is a new option in MIDI INPUT SETUP for configuring commands. Connectthe keyboard via MIDI to BBeat's USB port using a standard MIDI-USB converter if the keyboard is not USB. Since each keyboard sends its own mapped commands such as PLAY and STOP, BBeat "learns" what the MIDI commands are for PLAY and STOP (in the options, MIDI input setup). It is a kind of advanced "pedal" that includes PLAY and STOP.
– It is possible to mute a family and keep the configuration stored even after subsequent power-ups.
– Added the ability to change the background image directly from B.Beat in the System > Options > Background Image menu.
– Added the ability to keep the fan always on from B.Beat System > Options > Fan Mode menu. (Always On or Auto)
– Reduces or eliminates unexpected audio noise. If the project has videos andgenerates audio noise, it is best to reload these video files.
- Fixes impromptu problems that caused crashes.
- Adjust the size of some characters in the playlist to accommodate longer writings.
BBEATMANAGER 4.5.1 FOR MAC
BBEATMANAGER 4.5.1 FOR WINDOWS
- Decreased reaction time on PLAY with projects containing video.
- Added the ability to manage a text-only project without music (hump management for unplugged songs)
– Added the ability to remotely control B.Beat your PC as well as from the Prompter app
– Added text coloring and alignment for single lines (only on video output).
– Enhanced and accelerated detection between PC and B.Beat between Prompter and B.Beat.
– Fixed occasional freezing issues with MIDI files and added option to mute MIDI sounds at STOP and PAUSE (disabled by default).
– Fixed bugs related to score management with Prompter.
- Fixed minor bugs
Release date March 20, 2024
BBEATMANAGER 4.0.4 FOR WINDOWS
– Expansion mode management implemented. It is possible to connect two devices together via Ethernet cable, where the second device acts as an output expansion for the first. You can connect a B.Beat to a B.Beat X, and a B.Beat to another B.Beat as an expansion.
- Improved Sync management between Main and Spare machine
- Implemented new system for "Live Mode" to have more control and safety during a show
- Added support for creating backup and restore from USB flash drive, important for use with E.Beat
- Added in Options the ability to lock output volume at different levels (+0 dBu, +4 dBu, +10 dBu) or leave it manual with poteziometers. Fixed vu meters display error.
- Added display of the current project number playing in a playlist.
- Pressing the Esc key while a playlist is playing can be used to access its list of playing tracks.
Fixed minor bugs
- problems with very long tracks
- problems related to erasing and duplicating tracks in some circumstances
- Automatic memory restore in case of errors
- problems in routing outputs in PRO in some circumstances fixed levels in headphones
- problems related to commands sent from remote control
– Ability to manage expansions with B.Beat X and all other types of combinations.
– Added the ability to use the E.Beat pluginplugin, software that allows offline management of B.Beat family machines. This plugin allows you to make a backup copy on a USB stick and use this stick to make changes, additions, deletions, or anything else you want to do with B.Beat. Once you have made the changes, insert this stick into the B.Beat it will align the changes made offline.
The plugin is available for a fee.
- Chinese language added
- Added manual editing of track volume value (with PC keyboard), alphabetically sorted projects in lists (not playlists). Enhanced generally the usability of the user interface.
- When importing, putting the output number in front of the track name (e.g. 01 - Guitars.wav" ) automatically assigns the output number
– Added the option to manually set the B.Beat network addressBeat case of automatic connection issues.
Fixed minor bugs
- In Backup management. In particular, changing the destination of the backup works.
- In moving (dragging) tracks within an audio project
- Enhanced error handling when loading tracks
BBeatManager 3.0.5 for Windows
1.Automatic check of a new release
Implemented synchronization between two machines (Main/Spare mode). If a second machine is configured as SPARE, once connected to the first machine (MAIN) with the Ethernet network cable, the SPARE machine will ask to align with the first one. If you agree (it is asked 2 times) the SPARE machine is completely reset and is cloned to the first one: the second machine will be identical to the first one. If you keep the cable connection the second one is perfectly synchronized with the first one and can be used as SPARE with a switch device for hot backup during a show.
Added ability to display the lyrics (lyrics) on HDMI video output as well. It will be possible to choose to display on the HDMI output either the videos accompanying the projects or the lyrics (lyricis). The choice is a machine setting and you cannot change from project to project: either video or lyrics.
Remote control: using a cell phone or tablet, with the Prompter app you can now control the B.Beat via WiFiBeat it must be LE or equipped with M-Live's M-Pen WiFi, and the Prompter must be on the same network).
Reduced latency when executing the PLAY command. If the song is preloaded, playback starts almost instantly.
Automatic recovery system added: if memory errors are detected that prevent the B.Beat from starting up, an internal diagnosis and recovery procedure is initiated to automatically resolve the issue.
Other features:
Volumes are in dB, and up to +6 dB gain is possible on the tracks.
It is now possible to assign a name to the device in the B.Beat Options. The name will be displayed when connecting.
Added the ability to view long project titles (by pressing Enter on the project name)
Fixed bug on MIDI clock
Fixed bugs related to project duplication and deletion from shows
Fixed problem with transitions between slots in some configurations
Fixed metronome configuration issues within a show
Fixed bug where deleting/inserting a MIDI file would not delete the text associated with the project. If there is text in the MIDI, however, it is overwritten.
Release Date 1 Aug 2023
Download the version from here
B.Beat 3.0.2
B.Beat 3.0.2
Added the ability to insert/edit the text of a backing track. The text is only visible through the Prompter app. The text can be accessed from the EXTRA section
Added the ability to insert a default background image on HDMI
Added Spanish and French languages
Added MIDI clock option
Added "Mono headphones" option
Added the ability to zoom in and out of the B.Beat interface
Added the ability to export and import a project
Fixed bug regarding tempo changes in MIDI files
Fixed bug regarding Prompter synchronization in Playlists and Shows
Fixed bug regarding transitions in Shows
Fixed issue regarding B.Beat starting up
Fixed responsiveness of B.Beat for low-resolution screens
Speeding up waveform loading
Release date July 10, 2023
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Added support for M-Pen2 WiFi pen
Please note: There is no need to update the B.Beat you are using the new M-Live WiFi Pen, M-Pen2.
Release Date 28 Mar 2023
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B.Beat 2.1.1
Added ability to change tracks while playing a playlist using the up/down scum keys
Added option to disable stop from pedal during a performance (with Live mode active)
Fixed bug on sheet music synchronizations
Added check on files larger than 4 GB
Fixed bug related to transitions between scenes and other GUI-related bugs
Simplified software update process (applies to future updates)
B.Beat 2.0.4
Fixed loading of M4A and M4V formats
Fixed various bugs related to the graphical interface
Simplified the software update process (applies to future updates)
Sheet music management, visible via App "Prompter" (version 2.0 or higher), free download for iPad and Android devices
Support for silence deletion at beginning and end of song (maximum 10 s)
Text import from MP3 files
Support for long audio files (up to 2 hours)
Ability to separate stereo tracks into two mono tracks
Ability to display duration of playlists/shows on device
Fixed some minor bugs on MIDI and text import
Fixed problems in backup when files have names with non-standard characters
Fixed problems on incorrect volume handling in some audio configurations
Fixed problem related to media with too high resolution
Fixed problems related to transitions and loops in scenes and other minor bugs
Release date 22 Oct 2022
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Download BBeatManager version 1.2 for Win from here
Download BBeatManager version 1.2 for MAC from here
Generation of the click stereo MP3 tracks
Added the ability to use MTA files from songservice.it
Removed the B.Beat logoBeat appeared on the display in STOP mode.
Network connection issues between B.Beat B.Beat have been resolved.
Eliminated other minor bugs
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