T95 MAX - AEROMEDIA NANOMAX (T95 MAX Clone) ALLWINNER H6 CHIPSET EXCELLENT REPLACEMENT CUSTOM FIRMWARE BY [email protected]/FREAKTAB ANDROID 7.1.2 NOUGAT
When flashing your box with firmware there is always risks and these risks are to be understood solely by the user. Please understand that neither I or anyone at xda can be held liable for what you decide to do to your box.
I have seen many struggle to get a replacement firmware for the T95Max/ Nanomax box from Justopuk.
I am posting this for anyone who wants it and will link to instructions on how to replace the horrible stock firmware on the above boxes..
what's in it? This rom has been tweaked for better performance, much better kernel tuning and thermals, comes with magisk 19 which can be updated. Nova Launcher which can also be updated.
wht doesn't work? some lose ability of stock remote, this can be replaced via airmouse/keyboard and there is built in "advanced power menu! Quick reboot app to power off/on boot to recovery etc
T95MAX_SCV2.img Rom here :
https://mega.nz/file/iIsymLoD#UjQ6kp4UoTQus4XaUgujrsKX7Wd0tIT5KKZN9q0uk1g
Unofficial TWRP : This needs to be placed on USB and once you have flashed the rom, boot into recovery, apply update from external. This will USB boot to TWRP and let you back/up restore either from ext/int sdcard.
TWRP_TX6. IMG https://mega.nz/file/bZlmmZJC#-0mwsuzImK25aPWRaXFWCgiO-CzfI3ma-W01VOC90y8
Phoenix USB 4.0 :
https://mega.nz/folder/jd0GEZJQ#7_GRu5o9Ll3AygdetcdPNQ
T95max Instructions for flashing :
Download and extract from the archive Phoenix USB Pro 4.0
Download and Install USB_android driver
Install the driver by specifying the path via device driver in Windows (you may need to disable the driver's digital signature verification )
Restart the PC (although the driver is signed and everything went well without it).
Launch PHOENIX USB PRO , select THE T95MAX_SCV2. IMG File.
We will need a USB-A to USB-A cable
Then connect the cable to the PC,
Take a toothpick or something like that and insert it into the jack 3.5 (sound output) and press the button hidden there.
Connect the USB-USB cable to the set-top box to the USB 2.0 connector in the centre (T95Max)
Keep the button pressed, Until you see a green tick on screen (phoenix usb Pro gui)
You will see the progress as Phoenix begins preparation of the Flash
after the computer has identified the set-top box, release the button and connect the power cable.
Wait until it displays end/finish firmware then Unplug USB to USB and plug the dc power back in for first boot.
Enjoy
Rom twrp courtesy of beny and 4pda
@Bertonumber1, saw your question on freaktab and just wanted to say to the best of my knowledge you can't make TWRP the permanent recovery. you've gotta load it up each time you wanna use it on other boxes too.
3mel said:
@Bertonumber1, saw your question on freaktab and just wanted to say to the best of my knowledge you can't make TWRP the permanent recovery. you've gotta load it up each time you wanna use it on other boxes too.
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Yeah mate, needs to be booted rom the USB. I figured that a while ago after messing aournd with this box and another couple I had. But thanks anyway for letting me know. :good: cheers
if I get another box in the future I'll make sure it's a pre android 10 AMLogic chipset box. that forum is buzzing with roms and mods.
3mel said:
if I get another box in the future I'll make sure it's a pre android 10 AMLogic chipset box. that forum is buzzing with roms and mods.
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Yeah, this box I have is okay, It works better on nougat than it did on pie, I'm happy with it.
I lost the stock remote but always use the rii keyboard / airmouse anyway and use advanced reboot app to turn off so its not too much of a loss.
I prefer Allwinner devices to Amlogic and have tried allsorts of different devices and roms.
IMO after all the modding and tweaking over the years. I think it's best just to update your stock rom to the latest security patch etc, root, debloat and get a custom launcher.
Unless your running a stable rom, the bugs and problems just ain't worth the hassle.
@deano2011 here's example of active cooling, it don't need to be perfect m8 just make sure it's sealed so the air flows to the board :good:
Aeromedia (Justopuk) Nanomax (T95max Clone) - Shipped with Android 9 stock Unrooted.
Flashed with [email protected] build T95Max_SCV2.IMG via Phoenix USB Pro 4.0 (windows 10)
Rooted Android 7, WiFi Bt chromecast all working,
Stock remote don't work but Airmouse does.
Strip all unnecessary apps, replace webview with bromite and Adaway.
Result : heats up a little under heavy usage but fan takes care of that, expect 32 degrees when active cooling (raspberry pi 4b case fan) is activated.
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@deano2011 here's example of active cooling, it don't need to be perfect m8 just make sure it's sealed so the air flows to the board :good:
Aeromedia (Justopuk) Nanomax (T95max Clone) - Shipped with Android 9 stock Unrooted.
Flashed with [email protected] build T95Max_SCV2.IMG via Phoenix USB Pro 4.0 (windows 10)
Rooted Android 7, WiFi Bt chromecast all working,
Stock remote don't work but Airmouse does.
Strip all unnecessary apps, replace webview with bromite and Adaway.
Result : heats up a little under heavy usage but fan takes care of that, expect 32 degrees when active cooling (raspberry pi 4b case fan) is activated.
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many thanks Berton' i will most likely give it a shot bud' at least the cpu/gpu won't be throttled under load with active cooling as the allwinner H6 chipset does get rather hot anyways with the manufacturer process of the chip being 28nm vs S905X2/X3 12nm process :good:
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Yeah, this box I have is okay, It works better on nougat than it did on pie, I'm happy with it.
I lost the stock remote but always use the rii keyboard / airmouse anyway and use advanced reboot app to turn off so its not too much of a loss.
I prefer Allwinner devices to Amlogic and have tried allsorts of different devices and roms.
IMO after all the modding and tweaking over the years. I think it's best just to update your stock rom to the latest security patch etc, root, debloat and get a custom launcher.
Unless your running a stable rom, the bugs and problems just ain't worth the hassle.
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I agree with you about stability (and with phones, optimisation) being better on stock roms but I want a recents menu and notification bar. I don't think these fly by night brands put in the effort to create a good product.
3mel said:
I agree with you about stability (and with phones, optimisation) being better on stock roms but I want a recents menu and notification bar. I don't think these fly by night brands put in the effort to create a good product.
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Definitely, I think these roms have just been thrown together to get ppl up and running quickly with regard to movies etc, you're right, no thought has been put into settings menu, I noticed the only way you can access developer menu is to search for a setting lol.
But hats off to the guy beny he did make good progress on what was already a shockingly bad Chinese stock firmware
hello, can you help me. I can't flash image files on Phoenix USB 4.0 and can't figure out why.
mmh any recommended Android 9 image with root? Kidn regards
Hi, this firmware, is a normal android firmware, not an android TV, is this?
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T95 MAX - AEROMEDIA NANOMAX (T95 MAX Clone) ALLWINNER H6 CHIPSET EXCELLENT REPLACEMENT CUSTOM FIRMWARE BY [email protected]/FREAKTAB ANDROID 7.1.2 NOUGAT
When flashing your box with firmware there is always risks and these risks are to be understood solely by the user. Please understand that neither I or anyone at xda can be held liable for what you decide to do to your box.
I have seen many struggle to get a replacement firmware for the T95Max/ Nanomax box from Justopuk.
I am posting this for anyone who wants it and will link to instructions on how to replace the horrible stock firmware on the above boxes..
what's in it? This rom has been tweaked for better performance, much better kernel tuning and thermals, comes with magisk 19 which can be updated. Nova Launcher which can also be updated.
wht doesn't work? some lose ability of stock remote, this can be replaced via airmouse/keyboard and there is built in "advanced power menu! Quick reboot app to power off/on boot to recovery etc
T95MAX_SCV2.img Rom here :
https://mega.nz/file/iIsymLoD#UjQ6kp4UoTQus4XaUgujrsKX7Wd0tIT5KKZN9q0uk1g
Unofficial TWRP : This needs to be placed on USB and once you have flashed the rom, boot into recovery, apply update from external. This will USB boot to TWRP and let you back/up restore either from ext/int sdcard.
TWRP_TX6. IMG https://mega.nz/file/bZlmmZJC#-0mwsuzImK25aPWRaXFWCgiO-CzfI3ma-W01VOC90y8
Phoenix USB 4.0 :
https://mega.nz/folder/jd0GEZJQ#7_GRu5o9Ll3AygdetcdPNQ
T95max Instructions for flashing :
Download and extract from the archive Phoenix USB Pro 4.0
Download and Install USB_android driver
Install the driver by specifying the path via device driver in Windows (you may need to disable the driver's digital signature verification )
Restart the PC (although the driver is signed and everything went well without it).
Launch PHOENIX USB PRO , select THE T95MAX_SCV2. IMG File.
We will need a USB-A to USB-A cable
Then connect the cable to the PC,
Take a toothpick or something like that and insert it into the jack 3.5 (sound output) and press the button hidden there.
Connect the USB-USB cable to the set-top box to the USB 2.0 connector in the centre (T95Max)
Keep the button pressed, Until you see a green tick on screen (phoenix usb Pro gui)
You will see the progress as Phoenix begins preparation of the Flash
after the computer has identified the set-top box, release the button and connect the power cable.
Wait until it displays end/finish firmware then Unplug USB to USB and plug the dc power back in for first boot.
Enjoy
Rom twrp courtesy of beny and 4pda
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I have a problem.I can not unlock bootloader. In developer opcion I enabled OEM but when I type "fastboot oem unlock" I get "ability is 0. Premission denied. Vontar X1 Tv box
Igor twrp said:
I have a problem.I can not unlock bootloader. In developer opcion I enabled OEM but when I type "fastboot oem unlock" I get "ability is 0. Premission denied. Vontar X1 Tv box
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Just plug the cable in and insert a toothpick on the reset button the usual way.
Flash firmware. I don't know this box.
Some more info please
Regards
Related
This is Directly related to the Mseries boxes.
The M8s+ device inperticular but its widely cloned and comes under many names.
MXIII, M8, M8s, M8s Plus etc. The chipset and storage are the important factors here.
Amlogic S8xx series devices, like the S802, S812 etc.
This will be used for Q/A
Troubbleshooting
and helping direct traffic to the right devices.
Freaktab.com has the Android Tv box section laid out well compared to Xda.
The Android phone section on XDA is perfect and im hoping we can get the Tv boxes organized and supported more!
To enter the recovery stock or not, there are multiple methods.
Using a toothpick and pushing the reset button inside the AV port ( Harder/nonrooted )
1.) At the bottom of the AV jack hole is the reset button.
Using a tooth pick hold this button in. You know you have pressed it if you feel the click.
2.) Now plug in the power cord.
3.) While holding the reset button down, wait until you see the logo and you can then release the reset button.
done: The recovery menu should now be shown and the device should update.
ALT For rooted devices:
1.) Install romtoolbox lite and Give romtoolbox superuser permissions
2.) Use the rebooter function inside the app to enter recovery mode. (easier)
Rooted how to Install Custom Recovery or Return to Stock Recovery:
To install the custom recovery I used [Root] Rashr - Flashingtool app to install the custom TWRP recovery, this also can be used to install the image files like boot.img or return to stock recovery.img
Notes:
The boot img needs to match the rom version you are running.
IE: 4.0 needs the 4.0 boot.img. 5.0 needs the matching 5.0
in most cases the device will not boot or bootloop when using mismatched images. in some cases you can use the LATEST image and run older software behind it. Furthermore, if you choose to not listen your support will be to listen and try it this way first.
The recovery images should be used the same way, ive attatched the links on my main page for convienece.
The manufactures and sources post the rom and the img together in a combined zip, ive broken them apart to reduce size and to avoid loosing your custom recovery evey time you flash a rom! This makes updates etc sooo much easier!
Would you know if you're able to flash the m8s+ rom on an ACEMAX M8S Amlogic S812 Quad Core box? From what I can see they have the same hardware specs however the + is a lollipop rom?!
Thanks in advance. I realise this says to only post 'answers' but your first post says this will be the Q&A section...
I have a M8s Android box (Amlogic s812 Quad Core 2gb Octa Core Gpu).
I am running a 5.1 ROM (Originally came with 4.4). It runs great but it has 3 problems.
1. Remote doesn't work (I have a zip file I flash to get the main functions working but not all the buttons are mapped correctly).
2. Ethernet doesn't work, only WiFi.
3. When power button is pressed on remote the box goes to sleep and never wakes up. (I tried an apk from FreakTab called wakemescottie which solves this problem for maybe half a day, then it goes back to never waking up again unless unplugged.)
I am trying to downgrade to what should be a proper ROM for the box (5.1 ROM is listed as being for the M8s+) but when I try to it tells me it cannot install the zip package because the date is older than the ROM on the box.
Has anyone figured out a workaround that does not involve TWRP? Reason I am asking is I cannot seem to get TWRP working on my box from links provided. I am not sure if it is because my box is a cheap clone or if I need to do something before trying to run TWRP like rooting the box or something.
Any help on this would be great I have tried so many different ROM downloads I'm out of ideas.
Though if anyone is capable of helping me with the three issues that would be great as I do find the 5.1 ROM to be much more stable than the original ROM.
M8s mini is with SoC S905?
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TopperBG said:
M8s mini is with SoC S905?
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From what I know I don't think it's the mini. It's this box Click to view URL I have pictures of the board but it's on FreakTab which is currently down.
World first recovery flashable ROM for android TV boxes!
WARNING: This rom is under heavy development. There are bugs, bootloops and internal issues.
STRICTLY A DEVELOPMENT THREAD.
For a stable rom check out PoisonRom
A lot of effort and research was put into this device and will be put into the Amlogic ROM tool(A tool for creating roms for Amlogic devices(any android version)) so consider making a donation to me or buying me a beer by clicking on my name a clicking the "Donate to me" button!
Our TV Boxes are finally treated like standard android devices from this point on!
So here it is, this ROM is for the T95Z Plus 2/16GB variant, its stock 7.1.2(not 7.1.1) ported from the 3/32GB variant!
MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE TWRP RECOVERY!
Here are instructions to install TWRP if you havent already.
Recovery
So far we have a working recovery(TWRP) thanks to @rrvuhpg
You can download it from HERE for the 2/16GB T95Z variant(Mirrored and renamed custom-recovery.img for the sake of flashing instructions)
Flash instructions
1. Download ADB and install it on your pc(not explaining this, there are 5 second installers) then open a command prompt in the directory of the custom recovery
2. Enable USB debugging, go to settings>about and click build number about 10 times, then go back to the main settings menu and you will see developer options, enter it and check allow USB debugging.
3. Connect to your device via IP address. go to settings>about>status and get your IP address. it should be something like 192.168.25.19
4. In CMD type the following commands, replace YOURIPADDRESS with the address we got from step 3
Code:
adb connect YOURIPADDRESS
adb push custom-recovery.img /sdcard/
adb shell su -c dd if=/sdcard/custom-recovery.img of=/dev/block/recovery
adb reboot recovery
ROM
Instructions:
1. Download the 2_16GB_7.1.2.zip from HERE
and put it on a usb stick.
2. Reboot into recovery(not explaining this)
3. Go to mount and mount USB-OTG
4. Go back to the main menu and select install, then choose the 2_16GB_7.1.2.zip and swipe to install!
Reboot and enjoy!
NOTE: Remember to make a backup in recovery before flashing!
XDA:DevDB Information
T95Z Plus Stock 7.1.2 2/16GB Ported from 3/32GB, ROM for the Android Stick & Console Computers
Contributors
Ricky Divjakovski, whiteak
ROM OS Version: 7.x Nougat
Version Information
Status: Testing
Created 2018-02-05
Last Updated 2018-02-19
So witch wifi module is support?.
Will be work on sunvell t95k pro 2/16gb and LTM8830 wifi module?
rumunn95 said:
So witch wifi module is support?.
Will be work on sunvell t95k pro 2/16gb and LTM8830 wifi module?
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Wifi module is not a factor anymore.
Aslong as your device is 2/16GB this could possibly work.
great to hear this i will be testing
I had no PC around (at least not in the same ip-range
So, i installed the Flashify app and used that instead...works great! So now i have TWRP 'loaded' i will give it a go in a few minutes....#fingerscrossed #yeah
Well...no USB-stick or microsdcard laying around at the moment and i also use 1 usb port for power and the other for remote control. So I ended up downloading the ROM directly to my T95Zplus.....no errore during flashing, wiped cache/dalvik and rebooting right now and so far so good...!
ZeroZorro said:
I had no PC around (at least not in the same ip-range
So, i installed the Flashify app and used that instead...works great! So now i have TWRP 'loaded' i will give it a go in a few minutes....#fingerscrossed #yeah
Well...no USB-stick or microsdcard laying around at the moment and i also use 1 usb port for power and the other for remote control. So I ended up downloading the ROM directly to my T95Zplus.....no errore during flashing, wiped cache/dalvik and rebooting right now and so far so good...!
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Well...that did not work....rebooted and after 15 minutes still nothing except the boot-screen (and before that animation)...so gonna try to figure out what went wrong...
So be warned if you are gonna try it like i did and not following OP to the letter!
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ZeroZorro said:
Well...that did not work....rebooted and after 15 minutes still nothing except the boot-screen (and before that animation)...so gonna try to figure out what went wrong...
So be warned if you are gonna try it like i did and not following OP to the letter!
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Quite odd, if you flashed the rom in recovery, it should have worked :/
I did find a bug though, endless reboot if you try connecting wifi
So it's canned now
Ricky Divjakovski said:
...I did find a bug though, endless reboot if you try connecting wifi
So it's canned now
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I didn't get a boot loop; however, attempt to activate wifi resulted in wifi switch button moving to on position and after ~3 seconds returning to the off position. Is it possible this needs to be debugged on a per-wireless-chipset basis? I'm on 8830 q201_6255....
Please advise and let me know if I can help out with logs, etc.
Thanks
LAX_2_TLV said:
I didn't get a boot loop; however, attempt to activate wifi resulted in wifi switch button moving to on position and after ~3 seconds returning to the off position. Is it possible this needs to be debugged on a per-wireless-chipset basis? I'm on 8830....
Please advise and let me know if I can help out with logs, etc.
Thanks
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From which firmware did you flash?
I don't know if partitions are different sizes and maybe that did trigger the bootloop? I come from goo.gl/hWrmxY (Android 7.1.1 with root, 1013) and that did not work so far...
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ZeroZorro said:
From which firmware did you flash?
I don't know if partitions are different sizes and maybe that did trigger the bootloop? I come from goo.gl/hWrmxY (Android 7.1.1 with root, 1013) and that did not work so far...
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I flashed on top of stock 1013 rooted with magisk
LAX_2_TLV said:
I flashed on top of stock 1013 rooted with magisk
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Well...gave it another shot. Flashed 1013 ROM with USB Card Maker. Flashed TWRP and after that this ROM. Same issue....
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ZeroZorro said:
Well...gave it another shot. Flashed 1013 ROM with USB Card Maker. Flashed TWRP and after that this ROM. Same issue....
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Im gonna update it tonight, ill need someone to PM me, im gonna need someone to test as i dont have my TV box with me and im away on buisness, i think i have found the wifi bug, but as you can tell with the ROM ram usage is ALOT less, framework is much smoother and alot of apps have been updated from the manufacturer
Ill also be basing it on the newest build 1075(Or if anyone has a newer build PM me)
This rom will be pretty stock with more features implemented and possibly some apps i might make ffor the device
Ricky Divjakovski said:
Im gonna update it tonight, ill need someone to PM me, im gonna need someone to test as i dont have my TV box with me and im away on buisness, i think i have found the wifi bug, but as you can tell with the ROM ram usage is ALOT less, framework is much smoother and alot of apps have been updated from the manufacturer
Ill also be basing it on the newest build 1075(Or if anyone has a newer build PM me)
This rom will be pretty stock with more features implemented and possibly some apps i might make ffor the device
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Hi and thanks a lot for works.
i flashed my 3gb/32gb variant with a 2gb/16gb rom and it's done. but if i setup my wifi in a few seconds the startup animation appears on the screen and hang during animation.
When i start the set top box with lan cable inside, it's hang at the end of start animation and stay on T95z plus logo with the space behind but without any network it's start and the launcher appear...
can you put in the HDMI section in setting menu ? to have the CEC support?
papla83 said:
Hi and thanks a lot for works.
i flashed my 3gb/32gb variant with a 2gb/16gb rom and it's done. but if i setup my wifi in a few seconds the startup animation appears on the screen and hang during animation.
When i start the set top box with lan cable inside, it's hang at the end of start animation and stay on T95z plus logo with the space behind but without any network it's start and the launcher appear...
can you put in the HDMI section in setting menu ? to have the CEC support?
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yes thats a bug, this is mean for 2/16GB variants, this is exactly like stock 7.1.2, if you have 3/32GB variant flash stock 7.1.2(build 1075)
Ricky Divjakovski said:
yes thats a bug, this is mean for 2/16GB variants, this is exactly like stock 7.1.2, if you have 3/32GB variant flash stock 7.1.2(build 1075)
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if i flash it with the 3gb/32gb rom version the box doesn't boot. the 1075 is for 32gb and i allready tried with no success.
papla83 said:
Hi and thanks a lot for works.
i flashed my 3gb/32gb variant with a 2gb/16gb rom and it's done. but if i setup my wifi in a few seconds the startup animation appears on the screen and hang during animation.
When i start the set top box with lan cable inside, it's hang at the end of start animation and stay on T95z plus logo with the space behind but without any network it's start and the launcher appear...
can you put in the HDMI section in setting menu ? to have the CEC support?
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The CEC support is found under Droid Settings in apps mate.
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The CEC support is found under Droid Settings in apps mate.
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OK. Thanks. I'm waiting for an solution about the connection trouble.
Maybe you can consider to bake a little reboot app (i use Simple Reboot) into the ROM cause it makes it much easier to test and restore/backup especially when there is no internet with this ROM at the moment.
For now I have some apk's ready on a sdcard so I will get there but would make things a little easier...
ZeroZorro said:
Maybe you can consider to bake a little reboot app (i use Simple Reboot) into the ROM cause it makes it much easier to test and restore/backup especially when there is no internet with this ROM at the moment.
For now I have some apk's ready on a sdcard so I will get there but would make things a little easier...
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will do!
adb connect not working
Hi,
Thank you very much for all your effort Ricky. I have T95Z Plus 2/16 variatnt. I am unable to connect to my TV box using adb. I have USB debugging enabled on my TV box. The TV box and my Mac from where I am trying to run adb commands are on the same wifi network. I have tried connecting my TV box to my Mac using USB cable but still adb connection fails with error "Host is down" and sometimes "Operation timed out".
I cannot proceed further without this step. Any help is much appreciated.
Apart from adb, can I copy the files into SD card or USB drive and install it? If so, what will be the steps?
Thanks again!
Good night I hope your team will help me update my box TV Knowing that the device has an
Android version 6.0
Amlogic S905x
P212
I would like to update it to the latest version of android to take advantage of installing applications can you help me
Attached are photos from inside the device
edisondweikat said:
Good night I hope your team will help me update my box TV Knowing that the device has an
Android version 6.0
Amlogic S905x
P212
I would like to update it to the latest version of android to take advantage of installing applications can you help me
Attached are photos from inside the device
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you can try my custom rom for s905x
aidanmacgregor said:
you can try my custom rom for s905x
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How to download a ROM and install it on your Xbox TV ??
aidanmacgregor said:
you can try my custom rom for s905x
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How to download a ROM and install it on your Xbox TV
And knowing the appropriate system for the device, knowing there are many versions upon download
If you don't know your WiFi chipset open you box to find it and download the corresponding rom from Aidan's download repo , if your not sure post pictures of it and it will be identified
jimenis said:
If you don't know your WiFi chipset open you box to find it and download the corresponding rom from Aidan's download repo , if your not sure post pictures of it and it will be identified
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According to what I saw on the AIDA64 app
It appeared to me that the Wifi Recieves is the type and model of the telink company
Quick Google of the board I see an ap6212 but really you need to open your box and see what's printed on the WiFi chipset . attached is what I found so check against yours and remember you will loose any widevine certification install a new firmware
AP6212
Download the ampak ap6212 version listed and install with usb burn tool https://androidmtk.com/download-amlogic-usb-burning-tool
Remember to uncheck erase bootloader and have a mouse and keyboard just incase your remote won't work
Do I only deselect the erase bootloader .. or is there something else
I hope to explain how to connect the device to the computer and install the ROM
You will load the IMG file first , deselect erase bootloader to connect use a double male usb lead to connect box to pc , try first by simply inserting see if it shows as connected if not locate the recovery button and depress while inserting the usb once connected press start and wait till it completed to 100%. I would try usb port nearest power supply or marked otg ...good luck
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You will load the IMG file first , deselect erase bootloader to connect use a double male usb lead to connect box to pc , try first by simply inserting see if it shows as connected if not locate the recovery button and depress while inserting the usb once connected press start and wait till it completed to 100%. I would try usb port nearest power supply or marked otg ...good luck
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What is the redeem button and where do I find it ??
As for the program, this is as good as the picture ??
Currently, I will be looking for a dual male usb cable in the store
Use version 2.2.4 of usb burn tool , it will show normal erase use that setting , uncheck erase bootloader have the rom you want loaded by going to file select IMG .never heard redeem button ...
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Use version 2.2.4 of usb burn tool , it will show normal erase use that setting , uncheck erase bootloader have the rom you want loaded by going to file select IMG .never heard redeem button ...
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When connecting the cable, does it connect automatically, or does it need to press a specific button?
All boxes are different, some just connect others need reset button held down with toothpick and you have to find the correct usb port like advised or you can short the band using a pin .Another way to upgrade is by using burn card maker to create bootable SD from the image once made insert SD card and if your system is booted use a program like terminal emulator to reboot and start the update the command is reboot update
I installed the system on the box TV and it worked perfectly, but the problem was that it did not recognize the remote. What is the solution to control it? I hope you will benefit
Good for the remote maybe somebody else will point you in right direction it involves taking files from old IMG and modifications to kernel , a good solution is to buy a cheap Bluetooth remote or usb remote , some game controllers work or just use a usb keyboard and mouse
Who is the person who will define the old remote control on the system and where to find it
You could try asking the owner of the rom under his thread https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...date-tv-netflix.4191157/page-37#post-85043449
Hi everyone,
Updates:
2021-08-17 - Added patched Magisk boot for this device. (Conceptum Stock ROM)
I'm starting this thread to collect information and files regarding this particular version of X96 box and to explain to anyone interested what I have discovered so far..
The company who has repackaged the firmware for this box for the Greek market, CONCEPTUM, refuses to release the original firmware for this device.
So currently, I have dumped two types of firmware from a stock box in case it is needed. A standard TWRP backup, and a dd image.
At the moment, I actually am NOT having any luck restoring the firmware using the TWRP restore. Not sure why.
I was able to restore the original firmware using the dd image. So for anyone who screws up their stock firmware, you can use the dd image from the mega drive. Punchline: The stock image has terrible wifi speed as well. I have yet to try restoring the firmware via dd yet but when I do I will write if it works or not.
Here is a link to the folder where I will be updating what compatible files I can find.
4.38 GB folder on MEGA
13 files and 6 subfolders
mega.nz
This post is very incomplete and I will be adding to it shortly.
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SPECIFICATIONS
4GB RAM/32GB Storage
Ethernet Speed: 1000mbps / 1gbs
Ethernet Chipset: Realtek RTL8211F
Wifi : 5ghz & 2.4 ghz support
Wifi / Bluetooth Chipset: Cdtech 4761743 (which is a Qualcomm QCA6174A design? See links below.)
https://discourse.coreelec.org/t/looking-for-users-with-no-working-wifi-or-bt/9649/248
https://discourse.coreelec.org/t/looking-for-users-with-no-working-wifi-or-bt/9649/249
https://blog.csdn.net/u012851408/article/details/86605778
Motherboard Markings: BM805H_141 V3.2 20352 4020
Motherboard Sticker: 4+32+CDW ZF210129
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How to get into recovery
The button needed to access recovery is hidden. It is deep inside the stereo jack. (You can see it if you shine a flashlight into there.
My suggested tool to press this button easily is a qtip with the cotton from one end removed.
Insert the tool, and press it in until you feel the click.
Apply power to the device and as soon as you can see the logo come on, release the tool pressure.
It should enter recovery in 5 to 10 seconds.
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CoreELEC
I was able to boot CoreELEC via sdcard, with bluetooth and wifi working with the following device tree:
sm1_s905x3_4g_1gbit.dtb
I forgot to check the speed of the wifi, but if I recall, both 2.4 & 5ghz was working with that dtb.
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TWRP
The TWRP_AML_ViT_3.3.1_2020.zip (in the Mega folder) is a "hinged" version. Not sure if its the right term, but it can be run from the stock recovery, (Apply update from external). It does NOT install, it just runs it and lets you do stuff from there.
If anyone knows the source or an update for the Amlogic TWRP Hinged version, please post it here.
I used a previous "hinged version" TWRP_322.zip but this version did not backup properly all the partitions, ex it totally skipped the Vendor partition, which is why I have 2 of these Tvboxes as my first one the backup was bad and it was essentially bricked.
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Amlogic USB Burning Tool
This seems to work fine, but something that is always missing from peoples instructions,
The Male to Male USB cable, on this device must be plugged into the USB 3 port.
The power cable must also be removed, and when plugging in the USB cable to the correct port, will provide power for the "fastboot" equivalent mode needed to flash from the Amlogic tool.
So the procedure to flash is (after installing the USB Flash tool)
Device is powered off.
Insert USB cable into your pc end.
Insert tool and press recovery mode button.
Plug in other end of USB cable into the tvbox.
It should power on, keep the recovery button pressed until you hear the device connect to Windows (USB being plugged in sound)
They you should be able to flash.
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Compatible ROMS
Long story short, due to a initial TWRP backup that was missing certain important partitions, I bricked my first box.
While trying to get the box working again, I have found the following firmware to work mostly. I am not reccomending them, as I am not sure they are working optimally, but if needed these can boot the system and work in some capacity.
X96Max_Plus_Q2_20201209-1446.img
Original firmware for X96 Max Plus Q2 version
sbx_x96max_plus_q2_v12
Slimbox Version 12 for X96 Max Plus Q2
This version does not come with Google framework which I needed so I didn't work with it much.
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Magisk
Patched boot image for this device.
9.67 MB file on MEGA
mega.nz
Download and extract this file and put it somewhere you can flash from.
Install Magisk Manager.
Boot from Hinged TWRP, goto Install, Install image, select the file and flash to Boot partition. BE CAREFUL AND DON'T FLASH TO BOOTLOADER
Magisk Should be working, try running a root app and magisk should pop up
Magisk is complicated. On all the Amlogic boxes as far as I know, Magisk will install but NOT function properly.
The geniuses at 4pda have figured out a procedure to make Magisk work properly, but it requires hex editing the boot partition and reflashing it.
I have done the procedure successfully when I was using the X96Max_Plus_Q2_20201209-1446.img firmware. It does work.
I will upload this to the mega folder when I have time.
When I manage to hex edit the stock boot image, I will also upload it. Its an involved process and takes some time.
Reserved for future shenanigans.
my device has the same mainboard as you mentioned above ,but mine is 4/64 , my device bricked after burning non related image and after i plug in the power , for first 5 minutes nothing happens and then in vfd it shows boot and then clock and on tv screen only boot logo appears after 5 min but non consistent if you change tv source and back again it shows no hdmi connection and nothing more happens.
i tried out all p3 version of x96 air images but useless because they have different main board i wanted to try your dd imade backup (twrp is impossible bacause of no recovery) and burn it with amlogic usb tool but extraction of image ended with error with more than 15 gigabytes .
i appreciate anyone who can help me to unbrick my device , i am hopeless because this device has no support mine is named,x96 air 4/64
effgee said:
Hi everyone,
Updates:
2021-08-17 - Added patched Magisk boot for this device. (Conceptum Stock ROM)
I'm starting this thread to collect information and files regarding this particular version of X96 box and to explain to anyone interested what I have discovered so far..
The company who has repackaged the firmware for this box for the Greek market, CONCEPTUM, refuses to release the original firmware for this device.
So currently, I have dumped two types of firmware from a stock box in case it is needed. A standard TWRP backup, and a dd image.
At the moment, I actually am NOT having any luck restoring the firmware using the TWRP restore. Not sure why.
I was able to restore the original firmware using the dd image. So for anyone who screws up their stock firmware, you can use the dd image from the mega drive. Punchline: The stock image has terrible wifi speed as well. I have yet to try restoring the firmware via dd yet but when I do I will write if it works or not.
Here is a link to the folder where I will be updating what compatible files I can find.
4.38 GB folder on MEGA
13 files and 6 subfolders
mega.nz
This post is very incomplete and I will be adding to it shortly.
--------------------------------------
SPECIFICATIONS
4GB RAM/32GB Storage
Ethernet Speed: 1000mbps / 1gbs
Ethernet Chipset: Realtek RTL8211F
Wifi : 5ghz & 2.4 ghz support
Wifi / Bluetooth Chipset: Cdtech 4761743 (which is a Qualcomm QCA6174A design? See links below.)
https://discourse.coreelec.org/t/looking-for-users-with-no-working-wifi-or-bt/9649/248
https://discourse.coreelec.org/t/looking-for-users-with-no-working-wifi-or-bt/9649/249
https://blog.csdn.net/u012851408/article/details/86605778
Motherboard Markings: BM805H_141 V3.2 20352 4020
Motherboard Sticker: 4+32+CDW ZF210129
---------------------------
How to get into recovery
The button needed to access recovery is hidden. It is deep inside the stereo jack. (You can see it if you shine a flashlight into there.
My suggested tool to press this button easily is a qtip with the cotton from one end removed.
Insert the tool, and press it in until you feel the click.
Apply power to the device and as soon as you can see the logo come on, release the tool pressure.
It should enter recovery in 5 to 10 seconds.
---------------------------
CoreELEC
I was able to boot CoreELEC via sdcard, with bluetooth and wifi working with the following device tree:
sm1_s905x3_4g_1gbit.dtb
I forgot to check the speed of the wifi, but if I recall, both 2.4 & 5ghz was working with that dtb.
---------------------------
TWRP
The TWRP_AML_ViT_3.3.1_2020.zip (in the Mega folder) is a "hinged" version. Not sure if its the right term, but it can be run from the stock recovery, (Apply update from external). It does NOT install, it just runs it and lets you do stuff from there.
If anyone knows the source or an update for the Amlogic TWRP Hinged version, please post it here.
I used a previous "hinged version" TWRP_322.zip but this version did not backup properly all the partitions, ex it totally skipped the Vendor partition, which is why I have 2 of these Tvboxes as my first one the backup was bad and it was essentially bricked.
---------------------------
Amlogic USB Burning Tool
This seems to work fine, but something that is always missing from peoples instructions,
The Male to Male USB cable, on this device must be plugged into the USB 3 port.
The power cable must also be removed, and when plugging in the USB cable to the correct port, will provide power for the "fastboot" equivalent mode needed to flash from the Amlogic tool.
So the procedure to flash is (after installing the USB Flash tool)
Device is powered off.
Insert USB cable into your pc end.
Insert tool and press recovery mode button.
Plug in other end of USB cable into the tvbox.
It should power on, keep the recovery button pressed until you hear the device connect to Windows (USB being plugged in sound)
They you should be able to flash.
---------------------------
Compatible ROMS
Long story short, due to a initial TWRP backup that was missing certain important partitions, I bricked my first box.
While trying to get the box working again, I have found the following firmware to work mostly. I am not reccomending them, as I am not sure they are working optimally, but if needed these can boot the system and work in some capacity.
X96Max_Plus_Q2_20201209-1446.img
Original firmware for X96 Max Plus Q2 version
sbx_x96max_plus_q2_v12
Slimbox Version 12 for X96 Max Plus Q2
This version does not come with Google framework which I needed so I didn't work with it much.
---------------------------
Magisk
Patched boot image for this device.
9.67 MB file on MEGA
mega.nz
Download and extract this file and put it somewhere you can flash from.
Install Magisk Manager.
Boot from Hinged TWRP, goto Install, Install image, select the file and flash to Boot partition. BE CAREFUL AND DON'T FLASH TO BOOTLOADER
Magisk Should be working, try running a root app and magisk should pop up
Magisk is complicated. On all the Amlogic boxes as far as I know, Magisk will install but NOT function properly.
The geniuses at 4pda have figured out a procedure to make Magisk work properly, but it requires hex editing the boot partition and reflashing it.
I have done the procedure successfully when I was using the X96Max_Plus_Q2_20201209-1446.img firmware. It does work.
I will upload this to the mega folder when I have time.
When I manage to hex edit the stock boot image, I will also upload it. Its an involved process and takes some time.
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i have a full twrp backup but unable to go to recovery to unbrick my device or will you change twrp backup to img file so that i can burn that with usb burning tool ? full detail of the problem in the previous post
reza0511 said:
i have a full twrp backup but unable to go to recovery to unbrick my device or will you change twrp backup to img file so that i can burn that with usb burning tool ? full detail of the problem in the previous post
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Regular Air firmware's do not work.
P1-P3 don't work for sure, P4 I don't know but I think not.
I haven't found a photo yet of the P4 hardware.
Try USB Flashtool 4/64 image for X96Max_Plus_Q2 to get your recovery back if such a firmware exists, otherwise try the 4/32. X96 Max Plus Q2 firmware (X96Max_Plus_Q2_20201209-1446.img)
You should be able to get recovery back via flashing one of those images.
X96 Max Plus Q2 firmware is compatible, but if you use the 4/32 image you will only see the half of your storage.
Restoring your TWRP full backup again once you get the max firmware (for twrp) installed will not work unfortunately. Already went through this.
reza0511 said:
my device has the same mainboard as you mentioned above ,but mine is 4/64 , my device bricked after burning non related image and after i plug in the power , for first 5 minutes nothing happens and then in vfd it shows boot and then clock and on tv screen only boot logo appears after 5 min but non consistent if you change tv source and back again it shows no hdmi connection and nothing more happens.
i tried out all p3 version of x96 air images but useless because they have different main board i wanted to try your dd imade backup (twrp is impossible bacause of no recovery) and burn it with amlogic usb tool but extraction of image ended with error with more than 15 gigabytes .
i appreciate anyone who can help me to unbrick my device , i am hopeless because this device has no support mine is named,x96 air 4/64
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You have a Conceptum box or just the same motherboard?
If you have a Conceptum, you are pretty much ****ed. They wont release the original firmware. You will have to buy a second box and get the image via dd.
I had to buy a second box and get the disk image via dd, and then restore the dd image using dd from within TWRP, overwriting the entire storage with the image. This was using the terminal built into TWRP.
In general, restoring from TWRP doesn't work well on these boxes, especially going from rom to rom as the partition layouts are different and TWRP doesn't handle it correct.
Conversion of the dd image to usb flashable is tricky and I haven't done it.
The person that MAY be able to do such a thing is Ricky ( https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...w-milestone-donate-version-available.3786991/ ) but I dont know and I don't think there is any point as my dd image has partition layout for 32 gb version, you will lose half your storage unless he can also expand the partition.
Even if you manage to get TWRP back, there will probably be a partition layout difference from the firmware you use to get TWRP on the box, and the TWRP image backup you did. It probably will not work.
You need to get your original firmware, or a dd image of the same box.
You can also use the Slimbox for x96max_plus_q2. I did NOT like Slimbox 12 because it was missing google play and a lot of other things. But it will restore recovery.
solved !!
i save my box by below two steps
1- burning veitnami atv version of x96air img file (google for link )
2- restoring my full twrp via recovery
reza0511 said:
решено !!
Я сохраняю свою коробку, выполнив следующие два шага
1- сжигание veitnami atv версии файла img x96air (гугл для ссылки)
2- восстановление моего полного twrp через рекавери
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is there a link?
Я уже решил свой вопрос. Спасибо за ваш сайт. Меня интересовало восстановление кирпича x96air_100. Я из Украины.
I have already solved my question. Thank you for your site. I was interested in the restoration of the brick x96air_100. I am from Ukraine.
How you did get MAGISK working? I own x96 AIR P3 and would like to use MAGISK
Soldiaz said:
How you did get MAGISK working? I own x96 AIR P3 and would like to use MAGISK
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Hi.
To get Magisk working, its a bit of a difficult process.
Essentially, Amlogic released / built their kernels with a kernel boot option "skip_initramfs" which magisk needs "want_initramfs" for this to work.
The process is complicated as you must hex edit your boot.img after you have patched it with the Magisk Manager patching method called "Recovery Mode"
4pda where this was discovered - https://4pda.to/forum/index.php?showtopic=774072&st=25020#entry91068157
Video from 4PDA that shows the hex editing process - https://mega.nz/file/pJ1RTChR#b5rLNs-4GF2qlZXKzbL0P5lmAeLLYObJ_w3_Yf8h16U
You can also get the video from the above thread but if I recall you must register to download and unless you know russian its difficult to register there.
A guide I wrote that you can follow along with the video to understand the process - https://rentry.co/wgu9u
Every detail matters, I studied the video for many hours to understand the process, good luck.
My thread about this process here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...ide-to-accompany-video.4320923/#post-85493037
Thanks!!!! Dam looking not that easy .
The Boot img from x96 Air you edited, is it Stock?
Sorry i dont check my mesages here very often.
I don't know which boot image you are talking about, it would be very helpful for you to link me which one specifically I need to answer the question for..
If you are talking about the image for my Air Extreme, it is stock and patched by magisk, and then hex edited for magisk. But I dont know its compatibility for any of the other Air versions.
effgee, just wanted to let you know there is a lot of information and multiple versions of the X96 Air TV Box Firmware available at...
Original Google link... (Vietnamese)
https://www.google.com/url? sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=2ahUKEwiDtPO9yZj0AhUOXM0KHYnzCIUQFnoECA8QAQ&url=https %3A%2F%2Ftinhte.vn%2Fthread%2Ftong-hop-cac-ban-firmware-cua-android-tv-box-x96- air.3050996%2F&usg=AOvVaw1it1QO7hR_e5XsrdSZH-Rj
Google Translated (English) link...
https://tinhte-vn.translate.goog/thread/tong-hop-cac-ban-firmware-cua-android-tv-box-x96-air.3050996/? _x_tr_sl=vi&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en&_x_tr_pto=nui,sc
Direct link... (Vietnamese)
https://tinhte.vn/thread/tong-hop-cac-ban-firmware-cua-android-tv-box-x96-air.3050996/
"X96 Air" search via direct link... (Vietnamese)
https://tinhte.vn/search/333184298/?q=x96+air&o=relevance
Hope they help!
Mr350
Ps... If you have trouble with the Google translation links not working try a Google search for... x96 air tinhte.vn ... that might work then click Translate this page.