Downloads

MRUpdater is ModRetro's official tool for updating your Chromatic firmware.

Download for Windows 10/11

Mac and Linux coming soon!

Features

  • Automatically fetches the latest firmware, and any future updates.
  • Easily update your Chromatic's firmware over USB, at the click of a button.
  • View your current firmware version.
  • Contains handy links to the firmware change logs.

Steps to Run

  1. Download and run the executable using the link above.
    1. You may get a popup from Windows Defender SmartScreen; it is because this application is brand new. Just click "More info" and then "Run anyway" if you see this.
  2. If prompted, review the EULA and install third-party drivers.
  3. After MRUpdater runs, it will prompt you to turn on and connect your Chromatic via USB.
  4. MRUpdater will attempt to detect your Chromatic's firmware version and recommend an update, or inform you that you're already up to date.
    1. Note that on some PCs, MRUpdater won't be able to detect your firmware version. In this case, you will see a warning, and you'll have the ability to update anyway. You'll be able to check which version you're on by opening the menu on your Chromatic and navigating to the System tab.
  5. The update should take approximately 1-3 minutes to complete. While updating, do not unplug or power off your Chromatic. Your Chromatic's display will turn off and on during the update. Wait for MRUpdater to refresh before unplugging your Chromatic.
    1. Note that if MRUpdater does not detect your firmware version after updating, this is not a problem with your Chromatic. The update was likely still successful, and you can verify by opening the menu on your Chromatic.
  6. That's it! Your Chromatic is on the latest firmware. Anytime we release new firmware, you'll be able to run MRUpdater again to upgrade.
updater UI
updater UI – update available
updater UI – up to date

Troubleshooting

If you have any issues, please reach out! You can submit a bug report by visiting our Contact page and selecting "Technical Support." We are already aware of the firmware version detection bug and are actively looking into it.

Disclaimer

This software is being actively developed by ModRetro. This software is provided as-is and the developer is not responsible for any damage that is caused by the use of it. Use at your own risk.

Mechanical

Electrical

  • Coming soon!

Firmware