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OS disk for GEM Equinox
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OS disk for GEM Equinox
I am looking for a source for finding an OS update disk for a GEM Equinox synth I just got from the Guitar Center. I have found the owner's manual and Service manual for this synth. I however cannot find a source when I can update the OS for this synth. I am assuming that General Music has long since gone out of business. Any assistance would be very much appreciated.
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Re: OS disk for GEM Equinox
Hi jrosand, welcome to the forums
The company themselves are still in business although not sure if they would be able to help with an OS update for the Equinox...fantastic keyboard by the way!
Try their contact details here https://www.generalmusic.com or drop them a message on their Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/generalmusicco ... 6695671872
The company themselves are still in business although not sure if they would be able to help with an OS update for the Equinox...fantastic keyboard by the way!
Try their contact details here https://www.generalmusic.com or drop them a message on their Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/generalmusicco ... 6695671872
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Re: OS disk for GEM Equinox
I still have the OS disk images for the GEM Equinox. (all 3 models (61/76/88)
Each GEM Equinox has its own disk image:
The files aren't that big (a little over 1MB each)
Each GEM Equinox has its own disk image:
- Equinox 61 | 111000eq61.zip
- Equinox 76 | 111000eq76.zip
- Equinox 88 | 111000eq88.zip
The files aren't that big (a little over 1MB each)
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Re: OS disk for GEM Equinox
Hi Mercurion, you should be able to upload those images as attachments. If you can it would be very much appreciated
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Re: OS disk for GEM Equinox
I've attached the latest OS images for the GEM Equinox. (all 3 models), including the instructions.
All files were downloaded from the General Music website (when it was still online)
In short:
- you need to download the appropriate image for your specific model (number of keys)
- unzip the contents and copy it to a floppy disk
- follow the steps described in the installation document
All files were downloaded from the General Music website (when it was still online)
In short:
- you need to download the appropriate image for your specific model (number of keys)
- unzip the contents and copy it to a floppy disk
- follow the steps described in the installation document
- Attachments
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- Equinox_OS_installation.doc
- Instructions to update the GEM Equinox OS
- (23.5 KiB) Downloaded 396 times
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- Equinox 88 OS - 111000eq88.zip
- Latest OS for the GEM Equinox 88
- (1.06 MiB) Downloaded 318 times
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- Equinox 76 OS - 111000eq76.zip
- Latest OS for the GEM Equinox 76
- (1.06 MiB) Downloaded 371 times
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- Equinox 61 OS - 111000eq61.zip
- Latest OS for the GEM Equinox 61
- (1.06 MiB) Downloaded 438 times
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Re: OS disk for GEM Equinox
Excellent! Thanks so much for uploading those
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Re: OS disk for GEM Equinox
Hello all.
I have a 61 Equinox, it's up 4 semitones. The solution people give around is reloading the OS.
When I use the 61 new OS file, the system starts and says "wrong OS"
I tried the 76 version and it actually completed the upgrade.
Any idea? Thanks a lot!!!
W
I have a 61 Equinox, it's up 4 semitones. The solution people give around is reloading the OS.
When I use the 61 new OS file, the system starts and says "wrong OS"
I tried the 76 version and it actually completed the upgrade.
Any idea? Thanks a lot!!!
W
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Re: OS disk for GEM Equinox
So it completed the upgrade using the 76 note version but that didn't solve the issue of being 4 semitones out?SynthWars wrote: ↑Mon May 17, 2021 6:41 am Hello all.
I have a 61 Equinox, it's up 4 semitones. The solution people give around is reloading the OS.
When I use the 61 new OS file, the system starts and says "wrong OS"
I tried the 76 version and it actually completed the upgrade.
Any idea? Thanks a lot!!!
W
Unfortunately, I don't own an Equinox so I cannot test that file for the 61. Perhaps it corrupted on download or the archive itself was corrupted. I can't think of any other reason why it would not work.
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Re: OS disk for GEM Equinox
I just compared the 2 files-there is only a 10-byte difference between the 2-the 76 key is the larger file. I'm pretty sure the files are interchangeable-although I really don't know what the difference might be, except possibly additional code for the extra octave plus in the 76 key.
Just in case-I have saved most of my SK76 andn Equinox files ever since the GEMClub collapsed years back, including the dempo disks. I can't part with my 76-key Equinox, still a fascinating music machine. And Saul-a big surprise that the Danish developers have finally followed through on a least trying to re-start GEM, although it doesn't seem like they have gotten past recreating the ProMega. I'd watched this since they sent signals they would try. And it looks like the GEMClub has been revived-I've signed on-well, well! The magic triangle-my SY77, the Equinox and now the Fusion-I so love "obsolete" boards. Then again-maybe some said that Stradivarius was over the hill-and traded theirs in for a new model.
Just in case-I have saved most of my SK76 andn Equinox files ever since the GEMClub collapsed years back, including the dempo disks. I can't part with my 76-key Equinox, still a fascinating music machine. And Saul-a big surprise that the Danish developers have finally followed through on a least trying to re-start GEM, although it doesn't seem like they have gotten past recreating the ProMega. I'd watched this since they sent signals they would try. And it looks like the GEMClub has been revived-I've signed on-well, well! The magic triangle-my SY77, the Equinox and now the Fusion-I so love "obsolete" boards. Then again-maybe some said that Stradivarius was over the hill-and traded theirs in for a new model.
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Re: OS disk for GEM Equinox
Hello,
I just found a used Equinox 76 slightly damaged but functioning ok.
I did not have the factory files with this synth, would it be possible to send them to me if you still have them?
Thanks in advance.
I just found a used Equinox 76 slightly damaged but functioning ok.
I did not have the factory files with this synth, would it be possible to send them to me if you still have them?
Thanks in advance.
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Re: OS disk for GEM Equinox
ffchamps-I do have more intact Equinox disk files I can send if you are still interested-remember when loading these disk files-copy exactly as these are to the root of the floppy drive-you need to know how to access the full root folder to load into the Equinox-each disk file has separate folders for sounds, samples, songs, performances and loops. You can load each folder separately-but you need to load the entire disk contents to get the sounds to play, as many have samples stored in the sample folder as well as any song arrangements that may be on the disks. Each disk is different-some have only sounds, others only songs or performances only.
Re: OS disk for GEM Equinox
Hi all,
Today I bought a GEM Equinox AS IS and it came with the manual, pedal, and the floppy disk.
When I turned it on, it says:
ERROR!!
The operating system is not correctly installed!
Rerun the install operation!
When I try to install the operating system I get this message:
ENTER/ESCAPE
Read file error!
OS-Installation failed!!
Retry or consult your dealer
The operating system is not correctly installed!
I presume that this is a disk error. I am trying to find someone with a floppy disk driver and an empty disk to load the last firmware that is available to download a few posts above.
Does anyone have any kind of experience fixing this?
Tks.
Today I bought a GEM Equinox AS IS and it came with the manual, pedal, and the floppy disk.
When I turned it on, it says:
ERROR!!
The operating system is not correctly installed!
Rerun the install operation!
When I try to install the operating system I get this message:
ENTER/ESCAPE
Read file error!
OS-Installation failed!!
Retry or consult your dealer
The operating system is not correctly installed!
I presume that this is a disk error. I am trying to find someone with a floppy disk driver and an empty disk to load the last firmware that is available to download a few posts above.
Does anyone have any kind of experience fixing this?
Tks.
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Re: OS disk for GEM Equinox
It sounds like either the OS was not installed correctly, perhaps the wrong version or it has become corrupted in some way. Power outages and spikes can do that, especially on older gear.
If you do not have a floppy drive, and lets face it, many of us do not these days, the best way to sort it would be as you said, find someone who does have a floppy drive or, purchase a USB floppy drive. They are not expensive and if you are dealing with older gear could prove to be a a worthwhile investment
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If you do not have a floppy drive, and lets face it, many of us do not these days, the best way to sort it would be as you said, find someone who does have a floppy drive or, purchase a USB floppy drive. They are not expensive and if you are dealing with older gear could prove to be a a worthwhile investment
https://amzn.to/3dJx2Rs
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Re: OS disk for GEM Equinox
During last night I was able to load the OS. The release version is 05-05-1999 and the battery charge level is like 25%.Saul wrote: ↑Sat Dec 11, 2021 11:35 am It sounds like either the OS was not installed correctly, perhaps the wrong version or it has become corrupted in some way. Power outages and spikes can do that, especially on older gear.
If you do not have a floppy drive, and lets face it, many of us do not these days, the best way to sort it would be as you said, find someone who does have a floppy drive or, purchase a USB floppy drive. They are not expensive and if you are dealing with older gear could prove to be a a worthwhile investment
USB-Floppy_Drive.png
https://amzn.to/3dJx2Rs
A friend of mine has a few floppy disks, and now am looking for a drive. In the last case, I will have to buy one.
About the battery, do you know where I can find some info about how to replace it when needed?
Re: OS disk for GEM Equinox
Found the info about the battery, now just need to know what kind of battery and if this holder will do the trick: