HX Edit Pilot's Guide

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Line 6 Updater &
Additional Resources
Using Line 6 Updater
The Line 6 Updater application is the free utility to use to easily install the latest rmware
onto Line 6 products. The Line 6 Updater software is installed automatically on your
computer with the installation of the HX Edit application - or the latest version can be
downloaded anytime from http://line6.com/software/
TIP: It is always a good idea to create a backup of your Helix or HX device's con-
tents before performing a rmware update! The best procedure is to perform the
backup in your existing HX Edit version rst - then update to the latest device rm-
ware and HX Edit versions. See “Creating & Restoring Complete Device Backups” on
page 16.
To use the Line 6 Updater application - With your Helix or HX device connected and
powered on, quit all other Line 6 and audio applications and launch the Line 6 Updater
application.
• On Mac - Go to Applications > Line 6 > Line 6 Updater
• On Windows
®
- Go to the Start button menu > All Apps (or Programs) > Line 6 >
Line 6 Updater
Once launched, you will be asked to sign into your Line 6 account. If you do not have
an account, you must rst create one. Follow the prompts through to the quick online
registration.
Once logged in, any USB-connected and supported Line 6 products will appear in the
main view of the Line 6 Updater application. Click on the device you wish to update and
your device's current rmware version and available updates are displayed.
Click the Update button for the desired rmware version. The release notes are shown
before continuing with the update process. Click Accept and accept the terms and con-
ditions to start the update process.
You'll see the rmware's Release Notes and special instructions displayed before update
begins. Be sure to read all screens and prompts carefully and the Line 6 Updater soft-
ware will assist you in performing the update in minutes. It is especially important not
to disturb the device’s controls and cable connections until the update fully com-
pletes!
While the presets on your device will not be altered, some minor sonic changes may still
occur with rmware updates, as noted within any rmware's Release Notes.
TIP: Whenever installing rmware, you must be sure to also install the matching ver-
sion number of the HX Edit application. Please visit http://line6.com/software/ to nd
the correct application version.
Additional Resources
Looking for more info? We’ve got plenty of online resources, just a click away.
• Additional Help documentation covering Helix & HX hardware and Helix Native
Plug-in is available on the Line 6 Support site at Line 6 Product Manuals.
• Visit the Line 6 CustomTone site where you can share your presets with the
world, and download free presets created by Line 6 and other users just like you.
• Looking for some professionally crafted presets and Impulse Responses for your
Helix device or Helix Native plug-in? Check out the new Marketplace, and be
sure to check back often for news and product announcements.
• Can’t get enough Line 6 Gear & accessories? Head on over to the Line 6 Online
Shop.
• Check out the Line 6 Support page for access to helpful tips, videos, discussion
forums, or to contact Line 6 Technical Support.