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
jimenis said:
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 ...
jimenis said:
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
Related
https://mega.nz/#!BKQS2a4K!G5YrKHWUy2HvL2TOqOlLzwn7Sulp7q8i7-h8uVi0uk8
UNIVERSAL V2 - IF TOP DONT WORK
https://mega.nz/#!bphxHJBB!jRhp0AeNa8orSwscFJHJdE7M14_GxQgbHpnbq-21vy8
Step 1 Download & Extract the bundle for your device
You will be getting either a zip or 7z file, personally I would use 7zip to extract these files, you should get a recovery.img and also a folder called TWRP. If you have these two things move on to step 2
Step 2 - Locations
Both SD Card and USB being formatted Fat32 - Some boxes except most s905 you can use the SD card for both TWRP folder and recovery.img, Regardless I use SD only for recovery.img, so drag and drop the recovery.img onto the Fat32 SD Card and Drag and drop the TWRP folder onto the Fat32 USB drive. Done
Step 3 - Formatting before installing.
Connect everything but the power - Connect a real USB mouse/Airmouse to the box due to the regular remote will not work, connect the USB drive and connect the SD Card, Everything but power. Some boxes have a reset button on the side and some the reset button is inside the AV jack, you will feel it, If in the AV jack simply use a toothpick or use a Q Tip with the cotton end removed and slide it in the AV jack and you will feel the button.
HOLD THIS BUTTON AND DO NOT LET GO - At the same time plug it in and keep holding, boxes with physical power button press this now. You will be presented with a blue screen, you will get a read only scren most likely, slide to proceed.
First thing first I always recommend backing up partitions incase something is to go wrong. There are tons of cloned boxes its hard to cover them all. I personally would go to backup. Locate where it says storage, and change from internal to usb otg for USB drive or external sd for your SD Card. Backup all your partitions.
When done, go back. Press the little house button on the screen or the back button until back at the TWRP menu, go to restore, Make sure usb otg or external sd is chosen, wherever you put the TWRP folder, If you are using a box not from me PM me the model and I will confirm what to restore, for example, M8, M8S BCM and AP models, MX3, M10, You can restore all, S912 boxes some are different so PM me to be safe. After I tell you what to restore do so. Let it do its thing. Once done, reboot and enjoy. If it fails by any means. Do not reboot, just go back and choose wipe, format data, type yes press enter. Once done just go back and restore data JUST BY ITSELF so untick everything but data, once finished restore all the other partitions. All done
Enjoy the build - When you first boot my firmware let it sit after it boots for a good minute or two. It will auto load my custom firmware patches and more.
If you are using M8, M8S, M10, MXq you need to follow below -
When you start the TV box. Let it sit a few minutes and first things first. In Android applications click on No Frills CPU - the accelerometer and when it opens click apply and than exit. It is super important with my custom rom to unlock the other 2 CPU Cores and the other 4 GPU Threads. If this does not make sense just go into my apps and look for no frills, same app as on the desktop you will just see the name instead.
NOT EVERY FIRMWARE HAS NO FRILLS - IF NOT DO NOT WORRY ABOUT IT.
i do not own the firmware
credits go to ghostware.
Congrats!
Just a clarification, which ROM are you using as "skeleton", and what ROM did you take the /system partition from?
MyM8SFinallyWorks said:
Just a clarification, which ROM are you using as "skeleton", and what ROM did you take the /system partition from?
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i used a m8s+ rom and the 5.1.1 rom from acemax the only problem is with the m8s+ rom is ethernet dont work so by doing this i got ethernet to work.
Thanks for this link
Hello, I just want to ask how do you know if your box is the "ap3660" box and how can you find out?
my box is the m8s amlogic s812
thanks.
lutty321 said:
Hello, I just want to ask how do you know if your box is the "ap3660" box and how can you find out?
my box is the m8s amlogic s812
thanks.
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Hi. I cannot get my box to the boot menu with the toothpick reset?!? It just loops into rebooting and goes back to original setup. I have disabled the restore from backup too but still? Pls help!!!!
Tazosman said:
Hi. I cannot get my box to the boot menu with the toothpick reset?!? It just loops into rebooting and goes back to original setup. I have disabled the restore from backup too but still? Pls help!!!!
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if you have the recovery.img file on the root of the sd card, toothpick method should take you to TWRP where you can then flash the zip. did you give it some time (with the reset button pressed in)? it can take approx 10 seconds sometimes.
Failed signiture
Hi guys i have tried to flash my box with the firmware that was posted here by daniel and i am getting the problem of it saying....
"E: failed to verify whole-file signiture
E: signiture verification failed
Installation aborted "
Ive tried it a few times and still no luck.
Could anyone point me in the right direction of a successful flash please?
Thanks in advance
Hi
i just tryed this metod but my M8S does not respound anymore(no on light) it seems dat it is deed???Has any body iedea what can i do now?
Hey is there any way to fix the remote volume problem? I restored my remote config from 4.4 but everything worked except the volume button. BTW I have the remote with the red, green, yellow and blue buttons at the volume control.
Devmau53 said:
Hi guys i have tried to flash my box with the firmware that was posted here by daniel and i am getting the problem of it saying....
"E: failed to verify whole-file signiture
E: signiture verification failed
Installation aborted "
Ive tried it a few times and still no luck.
Could anyone point me in the right direction of a successful flash please?
Thanks in advance
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Either your download is corrupt, or you are not using TWRP to perform the update.
Has anyone been having random freezing and reboots?
wolfpack64 said:
Hey is there any way to fix the remote volume problem? I restored my remote config from 4.4 but everything worked except the volume button. BTW I have the remote with the red, green, yellow and blue buttons at the volume control.
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I also had that problem even though I flashed the square remote zip after the lollipop update. I might have flashed the M8N remote though to be honest and I don't have the box anymore to test more remote patches.
You can try the M8S remote zip from the link below and report back if it worked for you.
http://freaktab.com/forum/tv-player-support/amlogic-based-tv-players/s802/eny-acemax-ott/firmware-roms-tools-af/18312-s802-multi-remote-patcher-zips
Hi,
Did install this rom provided by d4nielr on my device M8S CS 812M8 V1.3 20150921
Install was perfect boot once and there was a working 5.1 rom with ethernet
Only if i reboot my device its bricked. red licht only recover whith USB burning tool
This is the 5.1 firmware that reboot correctly but ethernet is not working (M8S(n200c)_to_M8S+ 5.1 20151022-aml_upgrade_package) here https://mega.nz/#!ZUxQSJQK!nt8g1nGV6...aLQuUIGK-c-jbg
Can someone help me with this
highpoiss said:
Hi,
Did install this rom provided by d4nielr on my device M8S CS 812M8 V1.3 20150921
Install was perfect boot once and there was a working 5.1 rom with ethernet
Only if i reboot my device its bricked. red licht only recover whith USB burning tool
This is the 5.1 firmware that reboot correctly but ethernet is not working (M8S(n200c)_to_M8S+ 5.1 20151022-aml_upgrade_package) here https://mega.nz/#!ZUxQSJQK!nt8g1nGV6...aLQuUIGK-c-jbg
Can someone help me with this
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I had the exact same problem when trying to upgrade to something M8S+ based. Worked perfectly the first time, but I could not start it up after a cold boot. Have you tried my original approach instead using the Team DevDigitel ROM?
MyM8SFinallyWorks said:
I had the exact same problem when trying to upgrade to something M8S+ based. Worked perfectly the first time, but I could not start it up after a cold boot. Have you tried my original approach instead using the Team DevDigitel ROM?
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Yes did try your approach only the acemax 5.1 firmware wil instal but i have a direct brick at first boot red licht only recover whith USB burning tool
highpoiss said:
Yes did try your approach only the acemax 5.1 firmware wil instal but i have a direct brick at first boot red licht only recover whith USB burning tool
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And what happens if you first go back to your stock Kitkat 4.4 ROM (with USB burning tool), and then try with my original approach (with SD card)?
MyM8SFinallyWorks said:
And what happens if you first go back to your stock Kitkat 4.4 ROM (with USB burning tool), and then try with my original approach (with SD card)?
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Same problem installing acemax firmware over original 4.4 rom wil brick my device brick at first boot.
Help needed M8S ap6360 v1.3 20150921
Can someone make a TRWP backup from this rom ? specially the boot file
Also want to know where to download the M8s+ rom what daniel uses in this treat
Thanks
Hi d4nielr,
Wanted to thank you for the excellent work in compiling this ROM to support m8s app6330.
After trying out various ROMs and in the process bricking my device several times and un-bricking it using the burning tool, I finally came across your forum.
Thanks for the wonderful rom and the installation was a breeze and smooth sailing throughout.
Btw, for the installation I can only use the other most USB port. If I insert the sd card into the inner most usb port, it will take me to the bootloader.
So, for the TEAMWIN logo to appears, I need to put the sd card into the outer most usb port which is located at the back of my m8s unit.
cheers.......
Update.....
Unfortunately, after a cold boot, it doesn't work any longer. Back to kitkat using usb burning tool.
"Factory" Recovery for MTCx PX3, PX5 and PX6 SOM.
UPDATED" 26.06.2023 - Before doing this, try your Headunit USB cable first - Some headunits support OTG directly on the headunit USB cable.
Come here after using paid Software "Mod" tools like Modinstaller?
This method is the factory method, which can completely recover a "bricked" SOM, recover from failed "modinstaller" or failed upgrade of Paid mods.
Finally - OTG for all without modifying your head-unit. With only basic electronic/soldering skills, get OTG and fearlessly flash or recover a 'bricked' MTCD/E (HCT printed on SOM) Rockchip PX3, PX5 SOM.
See attached pics for making an OTG cable from a USB cable and two resistors.
Resistors are 12K and 15k (22k is probably better) or anyone of the following. combinations. These resistors are necessary as 'voltage dividers', with a value between 1.8v and 3.3 OK. These simply place a logic '1' on recovery and USB-OTG to 'tell' the SOM to go into OTG recovery mode.
R1 | R2
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1K | 1.8K
2.2K | 3.3K
10K | 18K
12K | 22K
Get Windows Driver [Driver assistant - v5.11] and [RKDevTool 2.93] for direct/OTG SOM flashing:
1. From a chinese Firefly site here
or
2. My Google Drive here
[RKDevTool] .ini file is set English, otherwise tool will be rendered in Chinese.
This tool for dumping / getting full backup of SOM
Excellent tool, thanks @RedScorpioXDA
Note - all tools and driver have equivalent Linux versions.
26.06.2023 - Android Tool is now RkDevTool
PX5 Android 9 Update.img - suitable for flashing via rockchip tools - https://yadi.sk/d/umCvHqCDzHccr/RockChip PX5 Android 9/YB
The image is located in px5 android 9/yb. The file has "_img_" listed in the filename.
Note Android 10 has an img file too - located in px5 android 10/chs.
PX5 Android 8 Oreo full Partition extract suitable for recovering SOM, flashing via rockchip tools - https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1P703unZDA_TdRzl6fjkkb-YUB-KpTViW
Using the RockChip RKDevTool:
For OREO: Unzip and flash all partitions in the ZIP file [px5_OREO_Full_13032018-UseToRecoverOrCreateNew.7zip here
For Android 6, flash the latest update.img file in RKDevTool
There are guides to partition flashing found on the internet, would be great if anyone could contribute by posting step-by-step instructions or a video to assist others (there are now posts in this thread...)
A generic guide to the RockChip RKDevTool, flashing partitions or image files is here as previously posted.
Credit (thanks!) to @scorillo_ro for the detailed image/connections diagram.
Worst case - SOM doesn't respond - force 'maskrom' detailed here explaining what MaskRom is and here on how to for your PX5 (px3 is similar.) Steps are: Power Off SOM and disconnect USB to PC. Use Tweezers, apply power/connect USB. Hold until Windows Device chime is heard (within about 2 seconds of power on.) See attached pic.
Warning : Use thin pins for OTG cable in order to avoid the damage of the SOM connectors, although along the thread it has been noted many times that damage to the SOM socket is very likely to happen if thick pins are used...OR buy SOM header from Aliexpress, digikey etc.[/COLOR]
17/11/2019 - Edit: Corrected URL for Windows and Linux Rockchip tools
04/04/2020 - link to px5 android 9 full update.img
20.06.23 - Update broken links to driver and tool. Update Name of tool (was) Android Tool - (now) RKDevTool
Nice work @marchnz !
A full step by step and pictures howto should be made now and all those PX5 users without sdcard slots will be able to use this method to get Android8!
LE. I drew a schema
scorillo_ro said:
Nice work @marchnz !
A full step by step and pictures howto should be made now and all those PX5 users without sdcard slots will be able to use this method to get Android8!
LE. I drew a schema
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So with this methon, will be possible to flash on 6.0 unity, the recovery and the system of android 8.0?
lucajust said:
So with this methon, will be possible to flash on 6.0 unity, the recovery and the system of android 8.0?
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Absolutely! I've done it a bunch of times. You can either use the sdupdate.img from the Oreo upgrade thread to load the Oreo recovery and then install the oreo .zip from recovery OR a full set of partition images.
I have a full set of partition images if needed, they're about 25gb but should compress right down (that 25gb includes [user] partition which is an empty partition.
Good... I'll try... But the process Need a PC no? Becouse with the unit with SD card slot needs PC only to prepare the sd card for android 8 recovery
Inviato dal mio Mi A1 utilizzando Tapatalk
lucajust said:
Good... I'll try... But the process Need a PC no? Becouse with the unit with SD card slot needs PC only to prepare the sd card for android 8 recovery
Inviato dal mio Mi A1 utilizzando Tapatalk
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Yes, PC. I've updated the post to include links to tools and driver. Driver 4.5 & Android tool works on Win7 - Win 10, x86 and x64.
For those without SDCard wanting to upgrade to Oreo:
You could try OTG flashing the Oreo sdupdate.img, fit SOM back to headunit and then try loading the Full Oreo update.zip from USB. Otherwise I will need to upload the full Oreo partitons dump with instructions....over the next few days....
marchnz said:
Yes, PC. I've updated the post to include links to tools and driver. Driver 4.5 & Android tool works on Win7 - Win 10, x86 and x64.
For those without SDCard wanting to upgrade to Oreo:
You could try OTG flashing the Oreo sdupdate.img, fit SOM back to headunit and then try loading the Full Oreo update.zip from USB. Otherwise I will need to upload the full Oreo partitons dump with instructions....over the next few days....
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Thanks... What are the "SOM"?
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It is my understanding that I can flash the SOM without the rest of the board?
So just disconnect the SOM then hook up the USB as per the diagram and it will be detected by windows. Use android tool / RockChip Batch Tool with a android 6/8 recovery.
The issue I have is that the nand doesn't look like its recognised after an attempt to flash oreo. Please see attached picture.
Harsesis said:
It is my understanding that I can flash the SOM without the rest of the board?
So just disconnect the SOM then hook up the USB as per the diagram and it will be detected by windows. Use android tool / RockChip Batch Tool with a android 6/8 recovery.
The issue I have is that the nand doesn't look like its recognised after an attempt to flash oreo. Please see attached picture.
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Yes, you understood correctly. This method may save you...
scorillo_ro said:
Yes, you understood correctly. This method may save you...
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You mentioned a full partition dump. I'm hoping I don't need this. I remember reading that the partition structure needed to be changed for android 8. Do you have any idea how to do this via the tools? I remember reading about something called a storagemap that rockchip uses.
Harsesis said:
You mentioned a full partition dump. I'm hoping I don't need this. I remember reading that the partition structure needed to be changed for android 8. Do you have any idea how to do this via the tools? I remember reading about something called a storagemap that rockchip uses.
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Wait for @marchnz to put this information here. Meanwhile you can start building your USB JIG.
Will try this, just have to buy resistord.
One question... How to download from Github?
Regards
Edit: Found it
Clandaries said:
Will try this, just have to buy resistord.
One question... How to download from Github?
Regards
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Move one level up to https://github.com/rockchip-linux/rkbin then use the green "Clone or download" button, then select "Download ZIP"
Finally I hear the Windows connecting sound. But my Device is still not detected. It says "usb device not recognized". I thaught it would be the driver but I installed the v4.5 Driver. Any Ideas?
Maybe you need to switch green and white usb data wires...
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Maybe you need to switch green and white usb data wires...
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Yeah already tried that. Also tried it with a different PC both Windows 10 but same problem. I also tried to a other SoM but this one got the same problem. I really dont know anymore what to do
Malle355 said:
Yeah already tried that. Also tried it with a different PC both Windows 10 but same problem. I also tried to a other SoM but this one got the same problem. I really dont know anymore what to do
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Strange. I only used Windows 7.
You can also try using a powered usb switch. Maybe the USB ports you used does not provide sufficient power? This is just an assumption.
Or, as @marchnz said, you can try enter maskrom mode.
scorillo_ro said:
Strange. I only used Windows 7.
You can also try using a powered usb switch. Maybe the USB ports you used does not provide sufficient power? This is just an assumption.
Or, as @marchnz said, you can try enter maskrom mode.
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My Device is only getting detected in MaskRom Mode. Its not getting detected in Normal Mode. But as I said it says "usb device not recognized".
Malle355 said:
My Device is only getting detected in MaskRom Mode. Its not getting detected in Normal Mode. But as I said it says "usb device not recognized".
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Did you try to upload a firmware image from maskrom mode? The other mode, not working for you, is called loader mode and is provided by software that might be corrupted.
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Did you try to upload a firmware image from maskrom mode? The other mode, not working for you, is called loader mode and is provided by software that might be corrupted.
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Cant upload the Firmware from MaskRom Mode. I got the "usb device not recognized" error. I never goth my the device in the loader mode. My PC never detected the SoM in loader mode.
My Chinese Android car head unit is stuck in a bootloop (the home screen shows but the unit reboots after a few seconds). I got a firmware zip file from the manufacturer (the zip contains files like scatter.txt, ramdisk2.img, boot.img and so on). However, I'm unable how to find out how on earth I can install this firmware and get out of my bootloop.
I have no access to Android itself (the system reboots too soon). There are no physical buttons to activate recovery mode. When I use a USB keyboard I can get into recovery by pressing ALT GR and PRT SCR but after a reset "no command" shows up and I'm stuck again...
Any help please?
Flashing instructions
[Apologies for the lengthy reply, I have to assume that you have no experience in flashing MTK SoC]
Sorry to hear that! I am also contemplating t buy a Chinese Android headunit with GPS but I am still contemplating. Reason being which model to buy? I am an avid Lenovo devices fan because in my part of the world models from Lenovo uses a lot of MTK SoC. (Any other other brand I buy is also a must to be on MTK SoC)
Ok! Now based on your short description I saw "scatter.txt" file mentioned so it is definitely an MTK devices, 100%.. When you boot loop you definitely will not be able to access any function, more so with a head unit that dont provide hardware buttons. I can only help you understand the method to reflash the firmware on MTK devices the rest you have to figure it out yourself.
The USB port is your key here. If the manufacturer did not provide you with USB "IN" (female) port which is not normal and only provide you with USB connectors you will have to decode/or just connect the wiring from the connectors to a USB female Port (which what China manufacturers do at the back of the head unit). There are also head units that provide ready to use USB port on the facia.
Whatever it is I cant tell you which port to use. This where you will have to experiment yourself.
Download MTK flashing tool "SP Flashtool" (find the ones that is suitable upto MTK device 6592 because it should be back ward compatible with older devices) The Chinese dont use the latest MTK SoC for their head units, that is only reserved for the high end heads.
Read up on how to install SP Flashtool on your PC and other accompanying Drivers you have to install, (if you only have a Mac go borrow somebodys Win7 or Win10 PC) there are no Mac SPFlashtool.
Once you have install according to SPFlashtool instructions you read. (It has to follow a certain sequence) e.g "1- ADB Driver" so on and so forth because if you dont follow the sequence it might fail to start the flashing operation. (You will not know it but I am pretty damn sure you will be cussing me).
First read up on how to install ADB driver for MTK devices correctly. Confident? Now try connecting your device to the PC experimenting to identify the correct USB port to use. If the ADB is installed correctly and you got the right USB from the device connected your PC wil give an audible sound( it should unconnected to condition evreytime you test). OK good connection! Only then try installing SP Flash tool and try a dry running the SPFT. If your installation is correct there should be either color changes to the SPFT window because it doesnt detect any devices.
You are good to go! Your MTK Android device should be in the "OFF" condition (after every shutdown there are still some operation running in the background,so it is a good practice to wait at least 5 seconds for it to be 100% OFF.) Run the SPFT fully loaded with the firmware dislayed in the SPFT window. Then initiate "Download" (make sure all indicators is at "download only" do not change this option or you are gonna have a really dead duck.) At this point the SPFT is active and waiting for you to attach the device to PC (before running make sure the PC and device is not connected yet!). If everything is per instructed ADB, USB Cables/Ports, SPFlashTool (download only) you will see color lines in the SPFT Window, wait till the end of process it will display notificatio. If the firmware is correct and you have attached and 12V DC source to the device it should boot up as fresh as new.(provided that the supplier gave you the correct firmware).
A word of advise these cheap head units normally bluff their actual Android version e.g actual KitKat advertised and displayed as Marshmallow. Best of luck!
The zip file attached are screenshots of the flashing process.
Thanks for your very elaborate information, but it won't work. The ZIP I got is an OTA zip file. The scatter.txt inside those zips isn't compatible with the SP Flash Tool.
wimpie3 said:
Thanks for your very elaborate information, but it won't work. The ZIP I got is an OTA zip file. The scatter.txt inside those zips isn't compatible with the SP Flash Tool.
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Doesnt the seller provide you with the original firmware? He only gave you an OTA?? Oh $#it! The OTA file is small probably a few Mb? The full firmware in your case should be around 800Mb upwards. You are right an OTA cannot use SPFT it can only be flash through the original recovery (not custom recovery). If its a popular Chinese model ML-CK1018 or Joying brand ( I assume you bought a Joying? Thats the only brand that release an OTA not long ago) There is remote possibility of getting the firmware.Anyway just give your brand and model number. I will try to look on Russian or Chinese site but no promises! Will try.
But I am pretty sure it is an MTK SoC since you can unzipped and it shows "scatter.txt" file. Most other SoC arent normally in zip format and have scatter file.
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The OTA ZIP file is about 900MB.
It's a NAVITOPIA 9 inch 4G LTE WIFI Head Unit with Android 6.0 2G + 32G.
I'm in the same boat, have a plastic bookend at the moment, will not connect to the PC because flashed and formatted my device with the update firmware!!!
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.
Bertonumber1 said:
@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:
Bertonumber1 said:
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?
Bertonumber1 said:
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
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.
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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.
---------------------------
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.