Update the Zen before you load anything. Two pieces matter: the firmware on the device and the Zen Studio version you compile with.
| Item | Version | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Zen firmware | 2.3.2 | The version referenced on this site. Update through the web updater at firmware.modcentral.ca in Chrome or Edge. |
| Zen Studio Live | 1.0.8 | Browser-based, Chrome recommended. The primary tool. |
| Zen Studio Legacy | 1.7.0 b7 | Only for firmware 2.2.14 or older. |
Compile and load
- Zen Studio → Compiler tab.
- Drag in the
.gpc→ Compile. - Drag the compiled script into one of the 8 memory slots.
- Play (flash icon).
- Disconnect from the PC. Connect to the console. Pick the slot with the Zen's button.
The OLED shows the script name when it is loaded. If it still shows the Gearhead logo, the script is not running.
Where the Zen's own docs are
The Cronus Zen is made by Collective Minds. Documentation is at guide.cronuszen.com; the store is collectivemindsstore.com; cronusmax.com is the legacy brand. This site is not affiliated with Collective Minds.