Install Firmware - retrofw/retrofw.github.io GitHub Wiki

These instructions will help you install the RetroFW custom firmware on a JZ4760 device like the RS-97, LDK, or RG-300.

1. Download the firmware

Visit the release page to obtain the latest RetroFW download. Extract the ZIP file to a convenient location.

Make sure you download the appropriate release for your device. Here's a chart to help you figure out which release is right for you. RS-97 consoles use the board revision printed on the motherboard. LDK systems are identified by the form factor of the system. RG-300 units are identified by whether the screen is bright or dim.

Device Firmware type
RS-97 v1.0 Type 1A
RS-97 v1.0 S Type 1A or Type 1B
RS-97 v2.0 Type 2A
RS-97 v2.1 Type 2A or Type 2B
RG_PLUS v1.x Type 2B
RS-97 v3.0 Type 3B
RS-97 Plus (60Hz) Type 3B
RG-300 (Bright screen) Type 3B
RG-300 (Dim screen) Type 2B
RG-300 IPS Type 5B
RS-97 Plus Anniversary Type 5B
RS-97 Plus IPS Type 5B
Retro Arcade Mini . Type 4B
LDK (Horizontal) Type 2A
LDK (Square) Type 2B

retrofw-setup-2a

2. Write the Image to your SD Card

Finally you need to write the software in the SD, you can download Win32DiskImager if you are on Windows. Etcher is recommended if you are on Mac or Linux.

Open the program and search/select the RetroFW.img image file. Select the drive letter for your SD card and press Write.

retrofw-setup-3a

After the write is complete, your OS may prompt you to format the card. This is because it does not recognize the data on the card. Just click "Cancel" and remove the card from your SD Card reader.

3. Finish Setup

Plug the SD card into your console's internal SD reader. The first boot will attempt to expand the filesystem to use all the space on the card. This may take a few minutes. The expanded size will be shown on the next and your system will be ready to use.

retrofw-setup-4

Emulators and apps

Check the Emulators and Apps list in our wiki