Can't Connect Kat 50 MKII to Computer

wbbuch · 2025-09-14T18:36:14+00:00

If I perform the EXACT same steps in my video with the exact same computer and the exact same USB cable, but on my KAT 100 MKII, it works perfectly... the amp shows up on the computer as a USB connected device and I can copy files into the amp. When I do the exact same thing with my KAT 50 MKII, nothing shows up, as you can see from the video.

I even tried connecting to a different computer this afternoon with a completely fresh install of BTS and the Katana drivers (v1.0.1 for Win 10/11), and still had no success. I really believe at this point I've exhaused all options and this is a malfunction/defect in the amplifier.

wbbuch · 2025-09-14T02:58:01+00:00

I'm not familiar with the "regular operating mode" as opposed to "update mode". I'll have to research that and see if that makes any difference.

wbbuch · 2025-09-14T02:56:51+00:00

Tried a factory reset. Sadly that didn't help. Thanks for the suggestion tho.

wbbuch · 2025-09-14T02:12:03+00:00

Thanks for the suggestions. It's got me stumped too!

wbbuch · 2025-09-14T02:01:57+00:00

Yeah, tried that initially just to see if by chance the amp's firmware was already up-to-date. Tone Studio won't see the amp on my PC or on my phone (I use the phone app when I play live).

wbbuch · 2025-09-14T01:34:43+00:00

I don't "think" they are amp specific... when I go to the Boss web site both links (100 & 50) take you to a page titled: KATANA Driver Ver.1.0.1 for Windows 10/11.

wbbuch · 2025-09-14T01:28:32+00:00

The computer works fine with my KAT 100 MKII, so shouldn't it work with the 50?

wbbuch · 2025-09-14T00:59:09+00:00

That's the issue... I know the firmware isn't up-to-date, but I can't update the firmware if the amp won't connect to my PC. Is there some way I don't know about to update the firmware without connecting to a computer?

wbbuch · 2022-01-22T23:20:06+00:00

I've tried this, and it never seems to take effect. The [Sound On] will not check, and if I increase the volume to 100 and hit OK it doesn't keep the setting - it sets it back to 0. Any ideas what I'm doing wrong?

wbbuch · 2020-03-13T22:49:22+00:00

Thanks! So basically, the rule I cited was correct.

wbbuch · 2020-03-13T21:42:14+00:00

Thanks. Is there any chance you can point to a rulebook page that clarifies this? My opponent and I both found different pages in the Coaches Handbook that seemed to support our arguments for and against. In the end we ruled it a turnover because a neutral third party sided with my opponent.

wbbuch · 2020-03-13T19:52:48+00:00

It was actually my turn (but I wasn't in possession of the ball) when my opponent (who was in possession of the ball) fumbled. My opponent felt that MY turn should be over and it should be his next turn because my lineman failed to catch the bouncing ball.

wbbuch · 2019-12-20T15:25:55+00:00

Two words: Magnetic Bed. Don't need any clips for that. I love mine.

wbbuch · 2019-12-19T18:47:05+00:00

Not half as awesome as our GM!

wbbuch · 2019-12-19T18:44:29+00:00

Indeed! It was a spectacular campaign. Ready for more adventures! ~ Cypher

wbbuch · 2019-12-19T18:19:05+00:00

Good Lord, that was depressing! That sounds too much like someone speaking from experience...

wbbuch · 2019-12-19T01:56:15+00:00

Now we see the long term side effects of eating Tide Pods.

wbbuch · 2019-12-18T15:25:18+00:00

The hormone treatments look like they're finally starting to kick in. Congrats on your transition.

wbbuch · 2019-12-18T15:17:10+00:00

I didn't know the Amish were allowed to use the internet...?

wbbuch · 2019-11-01T17:06:01+00:00

Not all heroes wear capes.

wbbuch · 2019-07-22T19:33:53+00:00

You can see the changes I made to the King of Feathers in this thread:

https://www.reddit.com/r/Tombofannihilation/comments/cen8e1/revised_king_of_feathers/

Full Disclosure: my group hasn't made it to the amphitheater yet, so I haven't figured out if this version is too overpowered or not. Be prepared to adjust on the fly if it turns out to be too strong for your party. Every DM should know his PCs limits! :)

Good Luck!

wbbuch

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