Denafrips Pontus II 1.4 Firmware

For what it is worth, I have nothing but good things to say about Alvin and the fine folks at Vinshine Audio.  A class act all the way around.

It’s my pleasure to be of service to you, my friends!

Alvin Chee 

www.vinshine.audio

I confirmed my chip version - also EP4CE6F - and secured the upgrade file.  I followed the instructions and did the upgrade this morning.  All seems well and I will test in my system this evening.  Thanks to all for the input!

*** DO NOT UPGRADE UNTIL ***

You verify the version of your FPGA chip. Look for the number on the programable “ALTERA” chip. I also have EP4CE6F. If you upgrade the wrong firmware version, you will “brick/break” your Pontus II.

If you like what you’re already hearing, don't mess with it. With Vinshine’s departure, I don’t know if Denafrips will support our older units and Vinshine can only do so much if you break it.

PS:  I personally prefer V1.3 over 1.4 

@feckmo 

Here's a link to the firmware update page on the Denafrips website:

https://www.denafrips.com/firmware-update-usb

@feckmo I'd recommend you reach out to Vinshine Audio and ask about the FW drivers.  I believe Alvin stated that they would continue to support owners that purchased their Denafrips products through them.

I think so but I don’t recall it’s been a while since I did it.  There should be videos from Vinshine out in the world that go over the process.

Outstanding, thank you!  I will check as soon as I get home.  That should be on the daughterboard inside the case, correct?

After my intial post I checked and saw that the zip file contains both Mac and Windows update files.  You just need to verify the correct number on the FGPA.

I updated the firmware on my Gustard dac a few months ago.  The files are available on Gustard's website, but instructions are poor, at best.  I found a video that a guy posted on YouTube.  It was enough to help me figure it out.  Still, I was holding my breath and hoping I didn't brick the dac.  

Good to know!  I use Windows.  I will check the numbers on the FPGA and report back.  I appreciate your help!

--Jim.

Mac or Windows?  I have the Mac version FPGA_EP4CE6F.  The last seven characters indicate the numbers on your FPGA in the Pontus.  I recall that the numbers need to match or you can brick your dac.  It’s also possible to brick it even with the correct update so be mindful of that.