Just purchased a Nook from B&N, unit shows version 1.40, tried following rooting instructiins and unit does not recognize apks. Tried loading update from other thread. Still no success.
Has anyone else experienced new units blocking sideloading that are not 1.41?
I was worried about something like this happening so I've decided to get it from Best Buy instead assuming that newest units would hit B&N and may even be updated to 1.40. I'm just hoping that it will be old stock after christmas since I've been given the choice of B&N gift cards or Best Buy ones.
You have to enabled unknown sources with the tps launcher.
Sorry, I wasn't clear earlier. I was trying to type on the Nook and was frustrated.
OK, So followed the link to install the apk. The Nook comes up with a menu about installing using the Application Installer or Package Installer. Selecting the Application Installer comes up with an Error about not being a recognized file type. Selecting the Package Installer comes up with an error about there being an problem with a package. Neither case comes up with the option to install unrecognized files. (I can't get the exact messages because I don't have it handy right this moment.)
I thought that perhaps they had the updated software just tagged as 1.40, so I downloaded the acclaim_update.zip and placed it on the sd card. Restarted the Nook and it came up showing that it was installing the update. But after the install it restarts and still has my details, thus it did not appear to do the update as expected.
I went through the process several times and experienced the same results.
succulent said:
You have to enabled unknown sources with the tps launcher.
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Pretty sure succulent nailed this one. Don't forget to thank him.
Need to open the .apk from the notification bar from the bottom of the screen to get it to ask you to go the settings to enable option.
also i believe you have to use package installer, instead of just app installer.
Montisaquadeis said:
Need to open the .apk from the notification bar from the bottom of the screen to get it to ask you to go the settings to enable option.
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rvr350 said:
also i believe you have to use package installer, instead of just app installer.
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My wife has a new Nook Tablet. We have opened the .apk from the notification bar at the bottom of the screen, we do not get prompted to allow unknown sources.
We get the same message the other poster is getting about the file being corrupted or not a valid package.
Col.Kernel said:
My wife has a new Nook Tablet. We have opened the .apk from the notification bar at the bottom of the screen, we do not get prompted to allow unknown sources.
We get the same message the other poster is getting about the file being corrupted or not a valid package.
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If you miss it once, it seems to be gone forever. Very strange, had the same experience and wasted a few hours.
Do this:
1. Wipe the device and start fresh to get the one time setting back.
a) hit the N button and go to "Settings"
b) select "Device Info"
c) select "Erase & Deregister Device"
This will guide you through wiping the entire device.
Once complete, restart, and it will be like it is out of the box again, fully wiped.
2. Complete the initial setup and when you get to the home screen again, go straight to the browser, then get on over to the thread to download the tgps app again.
a) suggest going to google.com and searching "xda forum nook table root"
b) select the "[Blocks OTA's!] Full root for Nook Tablet. [11/20/11] [Permanent root!]" thread from the search results
c) scroll down and select the tgps app to download.
d) go to the notification window and click on tgps_launcher.apk download complete.
e) from the pop up, select "Package Installer" from the two options. The next screen should have the "Settings" button there that was missing before when it errors out.
Note: writing this all up from memory, so pay close attention to all steps after you click the notification window to use Package Installer. That setting will pop up, and if you miss it, it tends to not pop up again until you clean wipe (in my case).
Hope that helped!
Col.Kernel said:
My wife has a new Nook Tablet. We have opened the .apk from the notification bar at the bottom of the screen, we do not get prompted to allow unknown sources.
We get the same message the other poster is getting about the file being corrupted or not a valid package.
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I thought the trick was that you had to sideload using the nook browser? Download the tps launcher apk thru the nook browser then try installing it.
yes, if you use the wrong app installer the first time it is gone forever, use power and N factory restore to restore back to factory and then try sideloading again with the right apk installer the first time.
You don´t have to factory restore your device!!!
Just download the .apk again and open it with "package installer" the first time!
This error occurs only if you try to open it with the app installer first.
Download unsuccessful
I am in pretty much the same situation. When I try to download the apk from http://comptonsoft.com/test/ the download starts but when I click the notification it says "Download unsuccessful". If I tap that, it takes me to the downloads page which is blank. What should I do next?
just purchased a nook tablet for my dad today. will test this out in a couple of days when he roots it. let see if it is 1.4.1 or 1.4.0 and if anything is blocked.
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I hope this helps everyone! I followed the directions for Auto-Nooter particularly the part where it tells you to De-Register your device with B&N. After auto-nootering there did not seem to be a way to relaunch the app that allows you to sync with B&N. Here is how I get re-registered:
Open NookColor Tools
Tap All Settings
Find the options listed "Wireless"
There is 3 options for Wireless, choose the second one in the list.
This will open up the Barnes and Noble starting wizard.
Press Continue with setup, and it will ask you to login to B&N or Create a new account.
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I hope this helps everyone! I followed the directions for Auto-Nooter particularly the part where it tells you to De-Register your device with B&N. After auto-nootering there did not seem to be a way to relaunch the app that allows you to sync with B&N. Here is how I get re-registered:
Open NookColor Tools
Tap All Settings
Find the options listed "Wireless"
There is 3 options for Wireless, choose the second one in the list.
This will open up the Barnes and Noble starting wizard.
Press Continue with setup, and it will ask you to login to B&N or Create a new account.
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I stumbled upon this today too, can vouch that it does work.
Does anyone know why there are multiple "Wireless" entries listed after autonootering in the NookColor Tools?? BTW, there are multiples of some others too.....Thks
If you try each one, they open up different wifi settings menus, one for the quick access from the notification bar, one for the actually settings menu wifi access, and one for the wizard at the beginning.
Does this fix the auto restore that keeps happening ?
If you reregister the device, will it prevent the nook color from auto restoring the software as it randomly seems to do ?
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If you reregister the device, will it prevent the nook color from auto restoring the software as it randomly seems to do ?
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????? Care to elaborate? I dont have this problem.
After rooting my nook, I've registered it to my B&N account like normal, but none of my past purchases show up. It just shows 2 books, the 2 nook manuals. Do I need to refresh the list or something?
Congratulations self, you're blind. Just noticed the refresh icon on the Library screen.
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I followed the directions for Auto-Nooter particularly the part where it tells you to De-Register your device with B&N.
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I'm a little confused, I do not see any mention of de-registering my nook in the auto-nooter instructions.
How to Use:
Before you begin:
* To update to 1.0.1 you must do a complete wipe.
* You must update to 1.0.1 to use AutoNooter 2.12.25 Instructions Here.
1 You must already have a registered NOOKcolor
2 You must have a Gmail/Youtube linked Account. IF you used a Gmail account for B&N Registration you should use that one for this process.
3 You must either have dd (Linux) or WinImage (Windows) software.
4 You must have an external microSDCard reader or this will not work. Do NOT use the NC.
5 You must have enough intelligence to follow instructions.
Let's get started:
1 Download Auto-Nooter from here: auto-nooter-2-12-25.img.zip
2 Linux: Unzip and use dd if=auto-nooter-2-12-25.img of=/dev/sdcard
2 Windows: Unzip and use WinImage to "Restore Virtual Hard Disk Image" to your SDcard.
2 Windows Alternative: https://launchpad.net/win32-image-writer/+download
3 Unplug your NOOKcolor from computer. (If Plugged in.)
4 Insert AutoNooter SDcard into your NOOKcolor.
5 Plug the USB cable into your computer and your NOOKcolor. (This will boot up the NOOKcolor.)
6 Your NookColor will reboot when it's done.
That was the hard part, now to the simple stuff.
7 Upon boot unlock your screen.
8 At the Android Welcome Screen skip Sign In.
9 Enable Location Services when given the option.
10 Connect to Wifi and launch Youtube from "Extras".
11 Click the Menu button (The one RIGHT of the Up Arrow).
12 Select "My Channel" and Login using your Gmail Account.
13 Exit Youtube and Launch Gmail from "Extras".
14 Sync your Gmail Account and Exit. (If it fails to sync that is fine.)
15 Open up Market and Accept Terms and Service.
If you made it this far your nook should be successfully Rooted. Go Download an App to make sure.
16 Enable Non-Market Installs by running the NookColor Tools App.
17 If your Youtube fails to launch Uninstall and Reinstall Youtube from /data/app
18 Go to Settings > Device Info > SdCard > UnMount > Format
Complete Wipe:
1 8 Failed Boots > Wipes /system
2 Factory Reset > Wipes /data
You must do both of these to completely wipe clean your NOOKcolor.
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From this thread.
Are you referring to a different set of instructions?
thanks!
idburns said:
I'm a little confused, I do not see any mention of de-registering my nook in the auto-nooter instructions.
From this thread.
Are you referring to a different set of instructions?
thanks!
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Quick question. I have a NC autorooted and its working great. I'd like to give to my GF so I need to remove my gmail/BN account information and setup one for her. Do I need to de-register with B&N and wipe the NC to be able to reregister it with her gmail/youtube/BN account info?
Thanks.
suzook said:
????? Care to elaborate? I dont have this problem.
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I have this problem as well. Almost immediately after updating and booting into the pre-rooted 1.1 V2, the Nook reboots and loads the regular 1.0.1 software. None of my previously installed apps show up, but I still have Market (non-working), Rom Manager, and Root. Luckily, I made a recent backup and can get my stuff back, but it's on the 1.0.1 software. I still haven't figured out how to keep 1.1 V2 installed, and I'm not sure if my 950MHz UV/OC kernal 'stuck' either. Someone suggested 'Freezing' Device Manager in Rom Manager, so I'm going to give that a shot.
craigeryjohn said:
I have this problem as well. Almost immediately after updating and booting into the pre-rooted 1.1 V2, the Nook reboots and loads the regular 1.0.1 software. None of my previously installed apps show up, but I still have Market (non-working), Rom Manager, and Root. Luckily, I made a recent backup and can get my stuff back, but it's on the 1.0.1 software. I still haven't figured out how to keep 1.1 V2 installed, and I'm not sure if my 950MHz UV/OC kernal 'stuck' either. Someone suggested 'Freezing' Device Manager in Rom Manager, so I'm going to give that a shot.
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I have the same problem. Its SO annoying. Constantly back and forth with the resets. I was the one who suggested "freezing" device manager but this is not an acceptable solution. I want to be able to use the B&N store also =/
I've actually decided to give up on this update for now. I'm staying on the 1.0.1 rooted software. Every time I upgrade to 1.1v2 it auto defaults to an older version. "Freezing" device manager did not help.
[UPDATE] So I gave it one more shot. This time I removed all the permissions of any file in system/app that seemed B&N related. Rebooted. Then I used Rom Manager to update to 1.1V2. So far no issues, and I can use the Library feature. I'm still afraid to click the "lend book" and I think I will completely remove it as soon as I figure out how (there doesn't seem to be a matching apk in system/app).
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I've actually decided to give up on this update for now. I'm staying on the 1.0.1 rooted software. Every time I upgrade to 1.1v2 it auto defaults to an older version. "Freezing" device manager did not help.
[UPDATE] So I gave it one more shot. This time I removed all the permissions of any file in system/app that seemed B&N related. Rebooted. Then I used Rom Manager to update to 1.1V2. So far no issues, and I can use the Library feature. I'm still afraid to click the "lend book" and I think I will completely remove it as soon as I figure out how (there doesn't seem to be a matching apk in system/app).
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How did this work out for you? Did you try the Shop button?
Everything works that i need. The Shop icon says application not installed but i can use the library, reader, and accidentally hit the lend book feature without the dreaded reboot.
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FYI, I found out the random resets are caused by Titanium Backup. When you restore system settings with it, I think the AndroidID gets changed and then it resets. I restored from stock, installed Titanium Backup, restored ONLY the apps NOT data and I'm set.
I can goto the shop or use Lend Me with no issues.
swordfury said:
Quick question. I have a NC autorooted and its working great. I'd like to give to my GF so I need to remove my gmail/BN account information and setup one for her. Do I need to de-register with B&N and wipe the NC to be able to reregister it with her gmail/youtube/BN account info?
Thanks.
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I have the same question - this ever get answered? (I couldn't come up w/ the right search string :/
spyz88 said:
FYI, I found out the random resets are caused by Titanium Backup. When you restore system settings with it, I think the AndroidID gets changed and then it resets. I restored from stock, installed Titanium Backup, restored ONLY the apps NOT data and I'm set.
I can goto the shop or use Lend Me with no issues.
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Somehow I do not think this is the issue... Since this is happening to me and I do not even have Titanium Backup. Everytime I turn on Wifi it reregisters my Nook... So frustrating.
I am thinking of purchasing a used NC @ v1.1
Do I simply create or new B&N account? Or is there a de-register -> re-register process? Or is this something that the seller needs to do?
TIA
heard that NT may have BL lock, it really is a bad news.
i'm wondering whether NT support normal apk downloaded from other places?
like installing with other markets and use these markets to install apks?
and could someone tell me the influence if we can't crack this lock?
can we reformat the partitions?can we root the device?
thank you!
Check some of the other threads. Much progress has been made, and its very easy to side load apks.
While no one has rooted it yet, it's still very early. Give it time.
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yeah, i saw many guys said they sideload the apps, but i don't understand what is sideload
Sideload = loading apk onto an sd card. You can then put sd card into NT and install app that way.
You will need to first enable apps for unknown sources, you can find how to do this in a number of threads.
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yeah, i saw many guys said they sideload the apps, but i don't understand what is sideload
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Sideloading is the installation of an app from a non-approved source. This can involve installing via downloaded or transferred APKs, installing from a sd card, pushing via ADB, etc.
i got it, this means if i have 3rd party market or apk files, i can install applications in NT
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i got it, this means if i have 3rd party market or apk files, i can install applications in NT
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As a rule, it appears that you can install most apps by sideloading. This post gives the basics. Read the whole thread and follow it. If you have any questions, just ask them (search first). The XDA community is the kindest that I know of on the internet, people want to help you.
Hope this question is in the right place.
After downloading ANY apk., after clicking on it, a window pops up that reads:
Install Blocked: For security your phone is set to block installation of applications not obtained from Android Market
Below that is "OK" as my only option.
I've visited and revisited the recent rooting threads and other similar sources and found that most if not all arrive at a different option that offers "Settings" that can be changed. Even when I go directly to Settings>Device Settings, I have NO options to alter and allow "Unknown Sources"
Device: 1st Nook - purchased Nov 2011/ firmware 1.2
2nd Nook - purchased approx April 2011/ firmware 1.3
Both units respond the same way. What are my options here. Thanks for any and all help.
W8ing4Pre3 said:
Hope this question is in the right place.
After downloading ANY apk., after clicking on it, a window pops up that reads:
Install Blocked: For security your phone is set to block installation of applications not obtained from Android Market
Below that is "OK" as my only option.
I've visited and revisited the recent rooting threads and other similar sources and found that most if not all arrive at a different option that offers "Settings" that can be changed. Even when I go directly to Settings>Device Settings, I have NO options to alter and allow "Unknown Sources"
Device: 1st Nook - purchased Nov 2011/ firmware 1.2
2nd Nook - purchased approx April 2011/ firmware 1.3
Both units respond the same way. What are my options here. Thanks for any and all help.
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You need tgps_launcher. There are several posts about it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1349891
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You need tgps_launcher. There are several posts about it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1349891
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Thanks for your reply. However (unless Im misunderstanding something) I have tried the launchers recommended here and other sources. Each time I continue to hit the same dead end after I choose Package Installer........"Install Blocked"
Sorry if Ive misunderstood you. Im really tying to get this and trust those that have walked this path. Thanks
W8ing4Pre3 said:
Thanks for your reply. However (unless Im misunderstanding something) I have tried the launchers recommended here and other sources. Each time I continue to hit the same dead end after I choose Package Installer........"Install Blocked"
Sorry if Ive misunderstood you. Im really tying to get this and trust those that have walked this path. Thanks
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You need to allow installation of non-market applications first. To get to that menu, you can use tgps launcher.
http://api.viglink.com/api/click?format=go&drKey=1359&loc=http%3A%2F%2Fforum.xda-developers.com%2Fshowthread.php%3Ft%3D1354487&v=1&libid=1322962789511&out=http%3A%2F%2Fli362-167.members.linode.com%2Fgapps%2Fnon_google%2Ftgps_launcher.apk&ref=http%3A%2F%2Fforum.xda-developers.com%2Fforumdisplay.php%3Ff%3D1397&title=Full%20root%20for%20Nook%20Tablet.%20%5B11%2F20%2F11%5D%20%5BYes%20this%20is%20a%20permanent%20root!%5D%20-%20xda-developers&txt=http%3A%2F%2Fli362-167.members.linode.com%2F...s_launcher.apk&jsonp=vglnk_jsonp_13229630191137
Use the nook browser to open the link above. It will give you the option to enable usb debugging (under development) as well as install non-market apps.
Further instructions can be found on the "How to Root" sticky.
THIS IS FOR 1.4.1, 1.4.2, and 1.4.3 ONLY - Please don't quote the first post.
As of October 31 2013, the Nook Color with Froyo is dead in the water, as far as the Google Play store is concerned. Google updated to Google Play Services 4.0, and with it killed off the API support for Android 2.2 Froyo. That means that almost all apps being produced or updated since then will not support Froyo. If you look up Angry Birds on the Play Store website, you will see that the minimum system requirements are Android 2.3 and up.
What it does:
Permanently Enable ADB via uRamdisk
Installs adbWireless
Installs su and Superuser.apk
Installs Busybox
Installs Softkeys
Installs Zeam Launcher
Installs B&N HomeLauncher
Installs HomeCatcher
Installs NookColor Tools (To Enable Non-Market Installs)
Installs Live Wallpapers
Installs Custom Boot Animation
Fix to Allow update to Adobe Flash and Air
App Auto Install (Open up manualnooter-5.xx.xx.zip from sdcard drop in /data/app)
System Files that get Modified:
uRamdisk - Enable permanent ADB Access
/system/build.prop - Fingerprint change
download.db - Fixes Market "Download Unsuccessful" issues
services.jar - Fixes apps2sd
Changes:
August 20, 2012 -
Updated Adobe Flash to version 11.1.111.10
Moved Adobe Air from the Data partition, to the System partition. This is to fix the "Read-To-Me" playback error.
Fixed the missing text in the "NookColor Tools" app
Introduced versions that disable B&N updates, by utilizing the SQLite method
Introduced incremental updates, so that you can flash only the changes that were made in the upgrade
manualnooter-5.08.20.incremental.zip - This will make the changes from manualnooter-5.02.19 to manualnooter-5.08.20. It doesn't block B&N updates.
manualnooter-5.08.20.incremental_block_updates.zip - This will make the changes from manualnooter-5.02-19 to manualnooter-5.08.20. It will Block B&N updates
February 19, 2012 - Fixed script that deleted the kernel image, and left you stuck at "Read Forever"
February 12, 2012 - Initial release
Before you begin:
You must do a complete wipe before installing this package.
If you want to update to 1.4.3 - Instructions HERE
You must already have a registered Nook Color
YOU MUST DOWNLOAD ALL YOUR B&N CONTENT BEFORE YOU CONTINUE, OR YOU RUN THE RISK OF LOSING ALL ACCESS TO B&N CONTENT
You must have a Google Account, for Gmail, Market, Etc. IF you used a Gmail account for B&N Registration use that one for this process.
You must have a bootable ClockWorkMod version 3.2.0.1 SD card: HERE - Use Win32DiskImager to flash this image to your SD card LINK
OR emmc CWM Recovery Installed
You must have enough intelligence to follow instructions.
If you don't have enough posts to post in the development section, please go post in the Q&A section, and post with "MN5" in the heading. I don't read every post on this board, so I can get to you a little easier if you follow these guidelines.
Let's get started:
If you're running a previous MN 5, you do not need to do a complete wipe.
Download one of the Following ManualNooter 5 files based on your needs:
manualnooter-5.08.20.basic.zip - It doesn't include apps2sd support, and doesn't block B&N updates. Doesn't replace any system files
manualnooter-5.08.20.basic.block_updates.zip - It doesn't include apps2sd support, but has B&N updates blocked. Doesn't replace any system files
manualnooter-5.08.20.apps2sd.zip - Includes apps2sd support, but doesn't block B&N updates. It will replace a system file, making it firmware version specific
manualnooter-5.08.20.apps2sd.block_updates.zip - Includes apps2sd support, and has B&N updates blocked. It will replace a system file, making it firmware version specific.
If you will be flashing with apps2sd support, you will also need to download one of the following kernel images to fully utilize apps2sd support.
Dalingrin OC kernel - Dalingrin 090111 OC kernel
OR Stock kernel - Stock. kernel with apps2sd support
Copy above file(s) onto your bootable CWM SD card using Windows Explorer, OS X Finder, etc.
DO NOT extract the zip file. It MUST be left as-is
DO NOT copy the zip file into a folder. Leave it at the top directory of your card.
Unplug your Nook Color from computer. (If plugged in)
Turn off your Nook Color. (If turned on)
Insert bootable CWM SD card with ManualNooter into your Nook Color.
Turn on your Nook Color
If using bootable CWM SD card this should boot you directly into recovery
If using emmc CWM Recovery instead of SD card CWM Recovery, boot to recovery.
When CWM boots select:
install zip from sdcard (Volume down 4 times, then n)
choose zip from sdcard (Volume down 1 time, then n)
manualnooter-5.xx.xx.zip (Hit volume up until you get to it, then n)
Confirm that you really want to run the update
Selecting this indicates that you take responsibility for your own actions.
Wait patiently and follow onscreen directions
If you flashed apps2sd file, now would be the time to flash the kernel for full support.
Remove bootable CWM card from Nook Color and select reboot
If you get "Install Failed" after rebooting out of CWM this can be normal. Just reboot again.
After reboot and unlocking your device select Zeam Launcher.
Open up Market and Accept Terms and Service/Sign In.
Exit out of the market, wait a couple minutes for Gapps to sync everything up, and market to update
When the market icon has changes, open it again to accept terms of conditions again for the updated market.
You may not have to Accept Terms and Service or Sign In if you're updating from a previous MN version.
If you made it this far your nook should be successfully Rooted.
Enable Non-Market Installs by running the Nook Color Tools App.
Uncheck the top box, then recheck the box again
(OPTIONAL) To restore the SD card to a "usable" state
Insert bootable CWM card into Nook Color
Go to Settings > Device Info > SD card > UnMount > Format
This will wipe your SD card of all MN/CWM bootable abilities. If you use this you will have to reflash the SD card for future MN releases if you don't flash CWM to your emmc.
If you are upgrading from manualnooter-5.01.21, or earlier:
You need to perform the market limited visibility steps found below
If the market dies on you after performing those steps:
Go into manage applications
Select Market
Uninstall updates
Open market and accept user agreement
Exit market to let it update itself
Open market and accept user agreement
How-To Video
Known issues without solutions:
Network Location isn't enabled -
Signature Issue -
News and Weather app/widget -
Reliant on network location -
Known issues and solutions:
Google Search widget crashes - This is an issue with the NC network location
Start the Google Search app
Press the "Menu" button
Select "Search settings"
Uncheck the box next to "Use My Location"
Read-To-Me playback problem -
If you have upgraded to manualnooter-5.08.20
Open Manage Applications
Select "All"
Locate and select "Adobe AIR"
Select "Uninstall Updates" from the upper right corner
Exit back to the launcher, and select the "Play Store"
Search for "Adobe AIR"
Uncheck the "Allow automatic updating" box
If you have not upgraded to manualnooter-5.08.20
Flash one of the incremental update files with CWM to update to manualnooter-5.08.20
Open the "Play Store"
Search for "Adobe AIR"
Uncheck the "Allow automatic updating" box
ROM Manager file selection -
After selecting "Install ROM from SD Card" you can't select a file to flash
Open "Manage Application"
Select "All"
Locate "ROM Manager"
Select "Uninstall Updates" from the upper right corner
Exit back to your launcher, and select "Play Store"
Search for "ROM Manager"
Uncheck the "Allow automatic updating"
YouTube won't play HD files
Older versions of YouTube allowed you to select "HQ" High Quality playback
Open "Manage Application"
Select "All"
Locate "YouTube"
Select "Uninstall Updates" from the upper right corner
Exit back to your launcher, and select "Play Store"
Search for "YouTube"
Uncheck the "Allow automatic updating"
IMEI Force Close -
There is no randomly generated IMEI in this version - This can be fixed by using the IMEI Generator HERE
Calendar sync -
Calendar does not sync properly with multiple calenders linked to your google account. Simply use one of the many free alternative calendar apps.
Market has limited visibility - This is a known tablet issue, not just a Nook Color one.
Start Nook Color Tools
Select the "All Settings" button
Unplug your Nook Color from computer. (If Plugged in.)
Choose "Manage Applications" from the list
Select the "All" tab
Scroll down to "Market" and select it
Tap "Force stop"
Tap "Clear cache"
Tap the back button if you have SoftKeys running, else swipe right to left on the status bar at the bottom of the screen (from the clock to the book icon)
Scroll up to "Google Services Framework" and select it
Tap "Clear data"
Tap "OK"
Tap "Force stop"
Press the n button to return to your launcher
Start Market
At the "An error has occurred" message, tap "OK"
Hold your power button to turn off your Nook Color from the menu
Turn your Nook Color back on and give it a moment to find your WiFi connection
Start Market again, and the problem is resolved
Complete Wipe:
Flash back to clean stock rom
This will not work if you're using emmc ClockWorkMod Recovery
You must do both parts to completely wipe clean your Nook Color
Thanks To:
thespotlite from Android Creative Syndicate - How-To Video
bpk - SoftKeys
MrSiir - adbWireless
Gojimi - HomeCatcher
Suteru - Boot Animation
Ben74 - NookColor Tools
HamNCheese - B&N HomeLauncher
Michael Bentz - Zeam Launcher
pokey9000 - Original Nooter that started the AutoNooter and ManualNooter projects.
GabrialDestruir - Borrowed install instructions
Dalingrin - OC kernel
Please Note: If I'm using your app within ManualNooter or AutoNooter and you'd like it removed please send me a PM stating so and I will do so for future versions.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can i update Adobe Flash and Air -
Yes, the Adobe boot loop fix is applied with MN 5
Does this block OTA updates -
Starting with ManualNooter-5.08.20 you now have the option to flash a package that will block B&N updates by using the SQLite method
update_disable.zip - You can also download, and flash this using CWM at any time to block B&N updates.
update_enable.zip - If you need to unblock B&N updates at any time, you can flash this file using CWM to restore the update function.
Can I change the stock keyboard -
Yes, some of the best known keyboard apps have all been tested to work. Just follow these directions to install the keyboard.
If you don't have the paid app "Root Explorer," you can download the free app "ES File Explorer." Once you open "ES File Explorer," you will need to go into settings to set root access, mount file system, and change the home directory to "/"
Download/Install the keyboard that you want to use from the market or Amazon Appstore
Open your explorer app, and navigate to /data/app
Locate the apk file for the keyboard that you just installed
Examples: com.touchtype.swiftkey-1.apk or com.swype.android.inputmethod-1.apk
Long press on the apk file, and select "Move" or "Cut"
Navigate to /system/app
If using Root Explorer, select "Mount R/W"
Now select paste to move the apk file into the /system/app folder
Exit your explorer app, and reboot the device
After the device reboots, open the app "NookColor Tools"
Select "Choose Keyboard" and select the keyboard that you just installed
If installing Swiftkey or Swype, you can now open the app to finish the install process
I did this mod from a request in another thread, LINK. It is a port of “revcompgeek’s” work under the Nook tablet section, HERE. The mod removes the QuickNav bar when you presss the n button, making it like a standard home button, and makes the back and menu buttons permanent.
I did not include it in the MN package because I am not sure how many people would want it, and it has not been tested long enough. Just simply flash the Statusbar_mod.zip file with CWM, it will take about 5 minutes to boot back up after flashing since it is a framework file. You will need to use the app “AnyCut” or “BetterCut” to create a link to the “Shop” and “Library.” If you don’t like it, simply flash the Statusbar_stock.zip file to return to stock. If you flash a new version of MN 5 after applying the Statusbar_mod.zip, you will need to reapply the Statusbar_mod.zip file again to regain it.
*UPDATE*
I noticed that "AnyCut" is currently missing from the market, and since the app was free in the market, I have attached it below.
Great!
Are there any of the limitations I've read about (read-to-me, free in-store reading) with regards to rooting 1.4.1, or are those now worked around?
MassiveAttack said:
Great!
Are there any of the limitations I've read about (read-to-me, free in-store reading) with regards to rooting 1.4.1, or are those now worked around?
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Around 4,000 people have kindly tested different versions over the last two months, and everything should be working properly. The key step to follow in the directions, is step 4 under “Before you begin,” You must download all your B&N content before you continue, or you run the risk of losing all access to B&N content.
I don’t remember there ever being an issue with read-to-me, I remember there being touchscreen issues with kids books in the early versions of MN 4. A handful of people did test the in-store reading function, and reported that it worked fine.
Absolutly amazing! Thank you!
Dalingrin 090111 OC kernel with manualnooter-5.02.12.zip
I don't need apps2sd. Can I use manualnooter-5.02.12.zip and then install Dalingrin 090111 OC kernel?
fpga_guy said:
I don't need apps2sd. Can I use manualnooter-5.02.12.zip and then install Dalingrin 090111 OC kernel?
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That should work fine, it's what I had before the apps2sd release.
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[...] Are there any of the limitations I've read about (read-to-me, free in-store reading) with regards to rooting 1.4.1, or are those now worked around?
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I haven't tried read-to-me, but free in-store reading works fine.
MassiveAttack said:
Great!
Are there any of the limitations I've read about (read-to-me, free in-store reading) with regards to rooting 1.4.1, or are those now worked around?
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I tested read to me this morning using Tales of Peter Rabbit. It worked just fine.
success!
This is how I got 1.4.1 going from BN1.3 with MN:
I am running BN1.3 with MN4.6.16. I have CWM 3.0.2.8 on a bootable sd and have made a backup.
Instead of restoring to stock and then upgrading to 1.4.1, I I used the 1.4.1 image from
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=21203895&postcount=129 and then apply MN5.02.12
Before install 1.4.1, I wipe/data and /cache then install 1.4.1.
Did another wipe/data.
Since I have an old NC with the 5gb partition, I can continue to use CWM 3.0.2.8.
After rooting BN1.4.1, if I am unhappy, I can just restore my old BN1.3 backup.
GMPOWER said:
Around 4,000 people have kindly tested different versions over the last two months, and everything should be working properly. The key step to follow in the directions, is step 4 under “Before you begin,” You must download all your B&N content before you continue, or you run the risk of losing all access to B&N content.
I don’t remember there ever being an issue with read-to-me, I remember there being touchscreen issues with kids books in the early versions of MN 4. A handful of people did test the in-store reading function, and reported that it worked fine.
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I had been following the thread about the 1.3 firmware, and I saw the pre-releases for the 1.4.1 firmware had some issues. I'm thrilled this will work--maybe my wife will let me "borrow" her nook now
fpga_guy said:
So let see if I have this correct:
I am running BN1.3 with MN4.6.16. I have CWM 3.0.2.8 on a bootable sd and have made a backup.
Instead of restoring to stock and then upgrading to 1.4.1, I want to use the 1.4.1 image from
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=21203895&postcount=129 and then apply MN5.02.12
Since I have an old NC with the 16gb partition, I assume that I can continue to use CWM 3.0.2.8.
After rooting BN1.4.1, if I am unhappy, I can just restore my old BN1.3 backup. Do I have everything correct?
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Probably want to get the multiupload mirror in this post instead... rapidshare has gone horrible as of late... IMHO of course.
Works like a charm!! Thanks very much! Question for you guys: In your opinion what is the best way to block OTA updates?
iraqmilner said:
Works like a charm!! Thanks very much! Question for you guys: In your opinion what is the best way to block OTA updates?
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I'm not a guy, but here's what I used. I should add, I used it to stay on 1.3. It tells whoever is looking that you're on 1.4.1. I guess it'll have to be updated if B & N comes out with another update.
Market Not Loading
Everything went perfectly with the MN'ing, but when I try to go to Market, Gmail, Talk, etc, the NC tries to open Market or Google service but then immediately closes. Many attempts yield same results. Any ideas are welcomed.
iraqmilner said:
Works like a charm!! Thanks very much! Question for you guys: In your opinion what is the best way to block OTA updates?
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To block OTA updates, I used SQLite Editor with the instructions below from "Mark"
I can't find this post anywhere and have no idea where I got it, if you are Mark..THANK YOU! and post a link to the original so we can find you! <G>
Worked perfectly for me. I've attached the text file so you can save it instead of trying to read the forum, it takes a bit but not as much time as you'd think.
The $3 is well worth it!
:::This is a one-time thing, and doesn't require revising it as new updates come out, as some other methods do (e.g., pushing modified build.props files down). Those are completely free, but a fair bit more complicated, and have to be redone every time a new update is released by B&N.
1) Go to Extras, open the Android Market, tap on the magnifying glass, and search for SQLite Editor. It will cost you <$3.
You don't need the companion product, Root Explorer, at all, that others have mentioned, so you can save some $$$ if you want (4 bucks, I think). It's actually quicker not to even use Root Explorer.
2) Buy and install SQLite. If you're running auto-nootered, you'll need to shut your Nook off and restart it afterwards. That's because the Extras screen info is cached, and not updated dynamically, so you'll never see any newly loaded Apps until you reboot.
3) After powering back up, go to Extras and click on SQLite. It will scan your entire Nook and find every SQL database file there. Even the hidden ones. It only takes ~10 seconds.
4) Scroll down to DeviceManagerService, and tap on it. Then tap on devicemanager.db.
5) Tap on the "registry" entry. It's easier now if you rotate to landscape, so you can see more of the fields in each entry.
6) All the entries in this table start with "com.bn.device....". Look for the one that's labeled '...fota.mode" at the end.
7) In the far right Value column, you'll see "Auto". Tap on that to select it. Then go down to the Status Bar at the bottom, and tap the Menu button (3 horizontal lines), and pick Edit Field.
8) You'll then see a black screen with one entry, the field editing form. You should see the field name of "value" there, and its contents will be "auto". If it turned out that your selection picked some other field (they are pretty small!), don't panic! :smileywink: Just go back and retry until you get the right one.
9) Tap on "auto" and the keyboard will come up. Backspace to delete the current contents, and enter "manual" in its place. Then tap Done. Then tap Save. Until you tap Save, you've changed nothing, so poking about is fairly safe. You may see a message about granting super-user permissions, which is normal.
10) You can now exit out of SQLite if you like (it's not necessary), but you're not quite done yet, so don't enable WiFi immediately. To make sure that the system is using the settings you just modified, you need to force it to reload and "see" them. So just power you Nook off and back on. After it reboots, it will use your new settings from then on. That's it.
Walla! You're all set. Auto-updates will no longer be pushed down to your Nook. However, updates you manually sideload wll still work. If you decide at some point you'd like auto-updating to work again, just go back in and re-enable it by changing "manual" to "auto".
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While the length and detail of the instructions above may make this look like it's more complicated than it really is, I'd rather err of the side of accuracy than leave something "obvious" out. It really doesn't take more than 2 minutes to do, and most could probably figure it out on their own, if they really needed to. The one thing they might overlook is the need to reboot afterwards, which isn't necessarily obvious.
- Mark
free sql editor
There is an open source free sql editor. The link is posted in
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=11038175&postcount=23
Very easy to use.
iraqmilner said:
Works like a charm!! Thanks very much! Question for you guys: In your opinion what is the best way to block OTA updates?
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I flashed CWM to internal memory once I had everything to my liking.
From past experience this will block the OTA update.
It is a minor issue to flash back to stock in order to upgrade the next time B&N does an update.
This may not be the right way, but it is easy, a lot easier than other methods IMHO.
i upgraded to 1.4.1 but after i run manualnooter 5.02.12 i am just stuck at read forever screen on reboot.
Watching ABC.com show problems
Running BN1.4.1 with MN5 latest. The show NCIS comes through fine. But the ABC shows (eg Castle) causes the browser Dolphin HD to FC.
Any idea what is causing it?
I have rooted with no problem, but now I have 3 questions.
1) I can't get any .apk files to load. I get an error saying "This NOOK cannot read this file..."
2) in NT Settings, I can't get the unknown sources box to stay checked
3) Is there any way to put the android market apps on the home screen?
Thanks for any help!
I believe sideloading apks was blocked in 1.4.1.
Sent from my Xoom using Tapatalk
That sucks! What about putting android market apps on the main screen of the NT?
There is a Nook Color app in the Android Market that does exactly that.
dcfootqb said:
I have rooted with no problem, but now I have 3 questions.
1) I can't get any .apk files to load. I get an error saying "This NOOK cannot read this file..."
2) in NT Settings, I can't get the unknown sources box to stay checked
3) Is there any way to put the android market apps on the home screen?
Thanks for any help!
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Most of this stuff is explained elsewhere in the forums . . . I know everybody says that, but believe me, it's true!
To get you started - - you can sideload apps on any rooted Nook:
(1) Get the NT Hidden Settings app (which you have)
(2) Goto "Hacks" - - tap "Unknown Sources Hack" Hit "Back"
(3) Goto "Application Settings" - - toggle "unknown sources"
(4) reboot the Nook
(5) Check in "NT Hidden Settings" . . "Applications Settings" . . to see if "Unknown Sources" is still checked. If not, repeat the steps above.
It's not unusual for people to have to do this 2 or 3 times to get the hack to "stick". Some people swear by toggling each setting on and off a couple times before rebooting. I know it's a PIA, but as far as I know everybody eventually get's it to 'stick' after a number of repeats.
Good news is, once you get Unknown Sources to stick, you won't have to mess with it again unless your restore to stock & re-root.
The "Nook Color Applications" app works well on the Nook Tablet, as noted above. You might also want to look at Go Launcher or ADW Launcher - they give you a new desktop with multiple home screens and other features, but still let you use the stock book reader, Netflix, etc. While some people here are using CM7 or CM9, a lot of people have really tricked-out the stock NT ROM with a 3rd-party launcher. I run mine like that, and I've actually liked it better than CM7.
But I'll switch to CM9 immediately once it's a bit more stable. ;-)
Best of luck!
awesome! I will try tonight. Right now, my two year old wont let me play with "his" nook. lol
Thanks, this forum is the best!
Hey there,
I've been having a similar problem. I recently rooted (using http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1529553 method), and have been able to access the market and download apps that way, but I'm unable to sideload them. When I try to open any app it says "Unable to install. This application was not able to install onto your device. Please "Archive" and then "Unarchive" the application to try again." I have an SD card inserted, and this error comes up with the Amazon market, and the HomeCatcher app. My unknown sources box is checked though! Any help would be greatly appreciated!
-DRA
i rooted with http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1439630
but having hard time installing the CM 7 veronica did one stop CM7 ...
mezozon said:
i rooted with http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1439630
but having hard time installing the CM 7 veronica did one stop CM7 ...
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I believe veronica is currently recommending the "new" beta ( internal only for now ) made by CelticWebSolutions.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=22199348&postcount=1
timpilcher said:
Most of this stuff is explained elsewhere in the forums . . . I know everybody says that, but believe me, it's true!
To get you started - - you can sideload apps on any rooted Nook:
(1) Get the NT Hidden Settings app (which you have)
(2) Goto "Hacks" - - tap "Unknown Sources Hack" Hit "Back"
(3) Goto "Application Settings" - - toggle "unknown sources"
(4) reboot the Nook
(5) Check in "NT Hidden Settings" . . "Applications Settings" . . to see if "Unknown Sources" is still checked. If not, repeat the steps above.
It's not unusual for people to have to do this 2 or 3 times to get the hack to "stick". Some people swear by toggling each setting on and off a couple times before rebooting. I know it's a PIA, but as far as I know everybody eventually get's it to 'stick' after a number of repeats.
Good news is, once you get Unknown Sources to stick, you won't have to mess with it again unless your restore to stock & re-root.
The "Nook Color Applications" app works well on the Nook Tablet, as noted above. You might also want to look at Go Launcher or ADW Launcher - they give you a new desktop with multiple home screens and other features, but still let you use the stock book reader, Netflix, etc. While some people here are using CM7 or CM9, a lot of people have really tricked-out the stock NT ROM with a 3rd-party launcher. I run mine like that, and I've actually liked it better than CM7.
But I'll switch to CM9 immediately once it's a bit more stable.
Best of luck!
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When a rebooted like 5 times it still the same thing unchecked.
To make sure How Do Your reboot?
miguelnook said:
When a rebooted like 5 times it still the same thing unchecked.
To make sure How Do Your reboot?
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If you want to have Google play installed the easiest process to do now is to make a boot able cm SD card. CM10+ is the most recent so I recommend using it. There are also SDC versions of cm7 and 9. These don't affect your internal storage at all so the level of caution for bricking is low.
If you want to look into these SDC ROMs head over to the iamafanof site. There are links to the ROms and further instructions on how to create the cards.
S-on and rooted.
Noticed this with Aurora about a week ago. Thought it was just a problem with that app. Now I discover the same problem trying to update VLC.
"Unknown sources" box IS checked.
Any ideas?
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Try to give us a little more information.
When you say sideloading, do you mean installing from an apk on your phone, or pushing one with adb?
At what point in the process do you get an error or stoppage, and describe what that stoppage or error is.
zourn said:
Try to give us a little more information.
When you say sideloading, do you mean installing from an apk on your phone, or pushing one with adb?
At what point in the process do you get an error or stoppage, and describe what that stoppage or error is.
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Sure.
I was trying to update from an apk that I had downloaded to the phone. (Same behavior for apks for two different apps, Aurora and VLC.)
The install process starts, but can't get past the "Cancel / Install" dialog screen unless I select Cancel. When I try to select Install, it behaves as if the button is not recognized.
dm5530 said:
Sure.
I was trying to update from an apk that I had downloaded to the phone. (Same behavior for apks for two different apps, Aurora and VLC.)
The install process starts, but can't get past the "Cancel / Install" dialog screen unless I select Cancel. When I try to select Install, it behaves as if the button is not recognized.
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Yeah, that sounds like an overlay issue. Do you have HALO or a screen filter running on your phone? Or anything that draws on top of everything else? If so, try disabling it, then installing the apk. If that works, you can enable whatever it was again without any issues (until you need to install another apk from sd).
dm5530 said:
Sure.
I was trying to update from an apk that I had downloaded to the phone. (Same behavior for apks for two different apps, Aurora and VLC.)
The install process starts, but can't get past the "Cancel / Install" dialog screen unless I select Cancel. When I try to select Install, it behaves as if the button is not recognized.
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I had this issue, I think it was on TRON, with ribbons enabled.
#BlameAnt
zourn said:
Yeah, that sounds like an overlay issue. Do you have HALO or a screen filter running on your phone? Or anything that draws on top of everything else? If so, try disabling it, then installing the apk. If that works, you can enable whatever it was again without any issues (until you need to install another apk from sd).
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I uninstalled a bunch of apps. I tried after a handful at a time and finally had eliminated the culprit. Thanks.
I'm not sure which app is the culprit, but I'll try to sort that out.
Thanks for the feedback.
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