Hypno 2 Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting guide for common Hypno 2 issues
Display Issues
No Display Output
Check HDMI cable connection
Power on display before Hypno 2
Try a different HDMI cable
Test with another display
Display Flickering
Try a shorter HDMI cable
Check display resolution settings
Test with a different display
Power Issues
Won't Turn On
Ensure power adapter is the official Pi5 one
Check power adapter connection
Try a different power outlet
Contact support if issue persists
Random Shutdowns
Check power adapter rating/model
Ensure adequate ventilation
Check for overheating
Audio Issues
No Audio Response
Check microphone sensitivity settings
Test in a louder environment
Verify audio reactive mode is enabled
Try external audio input if available
Control Issues
Encoders Not Responding
Check if you're in the expected UI screen
Verify encoder is controlling the correct UI element (spatial mapping)
Try pressing encoder to reset the value
Check if in modulation menu vs parameter control mode
Restart the device if issue persists
Buttons Not Working
Main App Mode: Check if buttons are responding to channel selection
Desktop Mode: Verify buttons are sending correct keyboard/mouse events
Button Combinations: Try button combinations (Button 0 + Button 2 for F11)
Press firmly but don't force
Clean around button area with compressed air
Restart device to reset button states
Remove front panel & Replace w/ Kailh CHOC V2 compatible switch + cap
Touch Interface Issues
Unresponsive Touch: Check if screen is clean and dry
Stuck in Fullscreen: Touch anywhere on screen to return to controls
UI Elements Not Working: Verify you're touching black (interactive) areas, not white (labels)
USB/File Issues
USB Drive Not Recognized
Use FAT32/exFAT formatted drive (recommended for compatibility)
Try a different USB port
Test with smaller capacity drive (32GB or less often work better)
Check that files are in supported formats (MP4, JPEG, PNG, etc.)
Verify drive has adequate power (some high-capacity drives need powered hub)
File Browser Issues
Files Not Showing: Check if files are in supported formats
Slow Navigation: Large directories may take time to index
File Operations Stuck: Wait for completion before disconnecting drives
MIDI Connection Problems
USB MIDI Not Detected: Try different USB port, check device compatibility on forum.sleepycircuits.com
Bluetooth MIDI Won't Pair: Enable Bluetooth in Settings first, put controller in pairing mode
MIDI Learn Not Working: Ensure parameter is selected before moving MIDI control
Latency Issues: Check for USB interference, try different MIDI channel
Multiple Controllers: Verify each controller uses different MIDI channels
Network & Connectivity Issues
Wi-Fi Problems
Can't Connect to Network: Check password, verify network is 2.4GHz compatible
Weak Signal: Move closer to router, check for interference
Connection Drops: Check router stability, try different network
Wi-Fi Not Enabling: Restart device, check for hardware issues
Performance Issues
Slow Performance
High CPU Usage: Disable unused layers, reduce render complexity
Storage Full: Check available disk space, delete old recordings
Overheating: Ensure proper ventilation, enable fan in settings
Recording Problems
Recording Won't Start: Check available disk space
Poor Recording Quality: Verify quality settings, check system performance
Recording Stutters: Reduce visual complexity during recording
Can't Find Recordings: Check Resources/Recordings/ directory
Factory Reset
None yet.
Getting Help
If these steps don't solve your issue:
Check the FAQ
Visit the forum.sleepycircuits.com
Open a support ticket @ support@sleepycircuits.com
Include your firmware version and describe the exact issue when contacting support. Include video recordings of issue if possible.
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