NUX Mighty Plug Pro Firmware Update Guide
Requirements
- Computer running Windows 10 or later or macOS 10.10 or later.
- The NUX Mighty Plug Pro
- USB-C data/sync cable (included)
- Quality USB-C to USB Adapter (if your computer only comes with USB-C ports)
- A little patience
Step-by-Step Guide
Download the firmware update kit & Install the NUX Device Updater
1.1 Download the firmware update kit from the Mighty Plug Pro product webpage.
1.2 Unzip the downloaded file to a directory of your choice.
1.3 Install the NUX Device Updater.
Put the Mighty Plug Pro into DFU mode and connect it to your computer.
2.1 Connect your Mighty Plug Pro to your Mac or PC using the included USB-C cable.
2.2 Run the NUX Device Updater from the applications folder (Mac user) or the start menu (Windows). You will see an interface indicating 'No device found'.
[Image Description: A compact, black NUX Mighty Plug Pro device with a gold-plated 1/4" plug at the top. It features controls labeled "AMP", "APP", and "AUDIO", a power button, and a preset switch.]
Enter DFU mode:
- a. Press and hold the [PRESET SWITCH] button.
- b. Power on the Mighty Plug Pro by pressing the [POWER/MUTE] Button on the side of the unit.
- c. Release both buttons until the prompt message changes from "(No device found)" to "Device Connected". At this point, the [PRESET SWITCH] indicator should blink in BLUE. This should only take 3-5 seconds.
[Image Description: Screenshot of the NUX Device Updater software showing "NUX Device Updater" at the top. The status message indicates "(No device found)". Buttons available are "Refresh", "English", "Start Update", and "Select File...". The software version is displayed as v2.1.11.30.]
[Image Description: Screenshot of the NUX Device Updater software showing "NUX - MIGHTY PLUG PRO DFU - Device connected.". Buttons available are "Refresh", "English", "Start Update", and "Select File...". The software version is displayed as v2.1.11.30.]
Select the new firmware file & start upgrading the firmware.
3.1 Select the new firmware file (the binary file with '.bin' extension).
[Image Description: A file selection dialog box, likely from macOS or Windows, titled "Choose a preset file to load." It shows a directory structure and a file named "PlugPro_v1.5.3_s_p2.bin" highlighted for selection.]
WARNING:
- Please make sure that the selected firmware is actual for the NUX Mighty Plug Pro. Otherwise, you may brick your Mighty Plug Pro or cause it to malfunction.
- Do NOT unplug anything during the upgrading process.
3.2 Click "Start Update" to start upgrading the firmware. This process takes roughly 3-5 minutes to finish. During this process, the [PRESET] switch blinks in ORANGE.
[Image Description: Screenshot of the NUX Device Updater software showing "NUX - MIGHTY PLUG PRO DFU - Connected". The status message indicates "3. Updating, please wait.". The "Start Update" button is visible, along with "Select File...". Software version v2.1.11.30 is shown.]
3.3 Once the firmware is successfully upgraded, an alert window will pop out notifying you that the upgrade is completed. The [PRESET SWITCH] indicator will start to blink in GREEN.
[Image Description: A modal alert window titled "DFU" with a large "B" symbol. The message reads "Upgrade finished! You can restart the upgraded device and turn off this software." An "OK" button is present.]
Finish Updating.
4.1 Close the "NUX Device Updater".
4.2 Disconnect the USB-C cable from the Mighty Plug Pro.
4.3 Grab your guitar/bass and try out the new features and tones.
Support & Updates
If you have any further problems, please email us at info@cherubtechnology.com or usa@cherubtechnology.com.
The latest version of NUX Device Updater (V2.1.12.10) by far requires installation.
