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[Q] 2DIN 'S07' Android 4.4 Using RK3066 - Root?

I recently bought a generic android head unit from Ali Express. It actually works well but I really need to connect it to a CAN bus and write some additional software (background: I want to replace the factory unit in a Nissan Leaf, so it needs to display some vehicle info, show the heater settings and set up the charge timer). I have experience in Android app development and embedded Linux, but I'm still a 'noob' when it comes to Android hacking (root access etc).
I'm pretty sure I will need root access to do what I want. It has 'CAN tx / rx' pins on the back, and I am pretty sure they are wired to one of the serial interfaces internally (I will need an adapter to convert UART to CAN as well). I played around with an app to access the serial ports (i.e. ttyxxx) but I didn't have permission to use many of them - probably the ones I wanted!
I don't want to re-write the existing music player, amp control and radio; I just want to add a new app to carry out my vehicle-specific functions.
I tried the root process given here but it didn't work.
Here are the device details:
Model: S07
MCU Version: MTCB-HA-V2.60
Android Version: 4.4.4_01062015
Kernel Version: 3.0.36+ [email protected] #278
CPU: ARM7 1.6G x 2
CPU/SOC is an RK3066 on a modular board. Pictures attached.
It doesn't have any physical buttons except reset - there are touch sensitive buttons for power, back and volume. It has one SD card slot for map data and no USB on the front (several on the back).
I haven't figured out how to get to the recovery console, or connect it to a PC via USB.
Any suggestions for how to root? Or get to recovery console?
Anyone else with a similar device?

Check out the Huefi thread above. It has everything you need. first page covers root. basically, download the rom you want, put it on the GPS SD card, insert it, and wait for it to ask you to update. Once you do that, it will be rooted. there is no other way to root it if it has 4.4.4. DO NOT INSTALL A MCU file for it unless it is for HA devices. HA is the manufacture of the unit, and if you use an MCU file for a different device, you run the risk of loosing the physical buttons on the unit. This can be repaired by going into recovery and flashing the HA MCU, but that is a lot of extra work

Hi! Thanks for your reply.
I was wary about installing a new image because I don't want to lose the existing radio app and amplifier controls (which are specific to the device rather than the RK3066 SOC module, if I have understood the structure correctly).
* Would a new image replace these apps, or are they actually in the MCU firmware anyway?
* Can I back up my current image first? I looked at some backup tools, but they all needed root access... =Catch 22.
Sorry for noob questions... I'm getting the hang of Linux but still new to messing with Android at a low level. I'd love to play around with a stripped Ubuntu or similar on the device, but I don't want to have to write my own software for the radio parts - at least not yet.
BTW do you know how the bootloader system works? Is it possible to boot from SD card or USB (therefore allowing some other OS to be booted without replacing the onboard image)?
MayfairDROID said:
Check out the Huefi thread above. It has everything you need. first page covers root. basically, download the rom you want, put it on the GPS SD card, insert it, and wait for it to ask you to update. Once you do that, it will be rooted. there is no other way to root it if it has 4.4.4. DO NOT INSTALL A MCU file for it unless it is for HA devices. HA is the manufacture of the unit, and if you use an MCU file for a different device, you run the risk of loosing the physical buttons on the unit. This can be repaired by going into recovery and flashing the HA MCU, but that is a lot of extra work
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jcolebaker said:
Hi! Thanks for your reply.
I was wary about installing a new image because I don't want to lose the existing radio app and amplifier controls (which are specific to the device rather than the RK3066 SOC module, if I have understood the structure correctly).
* Would a new image replace these apps, or are they actually in the MCU firmware anyway?
* Can I back up my current image first? I looked at some backup tools, but they all needed root access... =Catch 22.
Sorry for noob questions... I'm getting the hang of Linux but still new to messing with Android at a low level. I'd love to play around with a stripped Ubuntu or similar on the device, but I don't want to have to write my own software for the radio parts - at least not yet.
BTW do you know how the bootloader system works? Is it possible to boot from SD card or USB (therefore allowing some other OS to be booted without replacing the onboard image)?
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I cant help with the bootloader issues, but I can with some of the others:
-Radio and Amplifier apps are the same on all units, or should I say is compatible across all units. If you were to go into the settings, then factory settings and enter 126 as the password, you can see all the settings you need to make sure your unit functions after upgrading your rom image.
-You can not back up your factory image. its not possible. You can always reach out to your seller and ask them if they will send you a copy of the factory firmware.

MayfairDROID said:
I cant help with the bootloader issues, but I can with some of the others:
-Radio and Amplifier apps are the same on all units, or should I say is compatible across all units. If you were to go into the settings, then factory settings and enter 126 as the password, you can see all the settings you need to make sure your unit functions after upgrading your rom image.
-You can not back up your factory image. its not possible. You can always reach out to your seller and ask them if they will send you a copy of the factory firmware.
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SUCCESS! I just downloaded and installed the latest image from Malaysk (I think?) and it looks like it is working well! Radio, music player and amplifier work, and I have root access. Woo! So far so good... Thanks!

Hello Friends, I read your post. Like anything happens
I want to update my Car Stereo Radio Head Unit
Here are the device details:
Model; S07
MTCB-JY-v2.44
MAR 24 2015 9:46:14
ANDROID VERSION 4.4.4_25032015
kernel version
3.0.36+
ROOT @ UBUNTU # 766
Build number
rk3066.eng4.4.4 25032015.13: 08: 43
CPU
arm7 1.6 GHz (x2)
But that is not the screen resolusion 880 // 1024
Knowing that I have to Huifei / KGL, Klyde, or RoadMaster
Thank

aribetty7811 said:
Hello Friends, I read your post. Like anything happens
I want to update my Car Stereo Radio Head Unit
Here are the device details:
Model; S07
MTCB-JY-v2.44
MAR 24 2015 9:46:14
ANDROID VERSION 4.4.4_25032015
kernel version
3.0.36+
ROOT @ UBUNTU # 766
Build number
rk3066.eng4.4.4 25032015.13: 08: 43
CPU
arm7 1.6 GHz (x2)
But that is not the screen resolusion 880 // 1024
Knowing that I have to Huifei / KGL, Klyde, or RoadMaster
Thank
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Hi, I also didn't know the screen resolution, and it is not mentioned on the "About" screen.
In the settings menus, I found some options for recording a video of the display (I don't know why!) and the maximum resolution there was 1024 x 600. I figured that you wouldn't bother to record at higher res than the screen had, so the resolution must be 1024x600. This seemed to work!
My stereo has absolutely NO branding on it anywhere so I don't know whether it's a clone of Huifei or something else, but it worked with the "Malaysk" firmware, which I downloaded from the Huifie file repository (linked from here), under firmware->Malaysk ROM->Malaysk DualCore RK3066).
I picked the bottom one (12th Jun 15, 1024x600 with different launcher).

jcolebaker said:
Anyone else with a similar device?
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I just installed the same unit. Only complaints are streaming music via Bluetooth only works if you open up the Bluetooth app (probably because android doesn't act as a Bluetooth sink). The other issue is, I cannot seem to change the brightness of the screen...its a touch too dim for daylight (I have a convertible) and a bit too bright for nighttime.
Glad to see you got a custom rom working.

Hey jcolebaker, do you think you could post what the LCD model number is? Is it a Hannstar HSD070IFW1-A?
Sent from my Nexus 6 using Tapatalk

vdubskey said:
Hey jcolebaker, do you think you could post what the LCD model number is? Is it a Hannstar HSD070IFW1-A?
Sent from my Nexus 6 using Tapatalk
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Sorry not sure what the LCD is - I don't want to pull it apart. It has a board on the back which has the following on it:
BL-TFT-V2.2(HCT)
That's soldered to another board that says:
P/N:BL-7inch-7000-KB-V00 20150311

Update question
Do I burn the update.img file to the sd card or do I simply copy it? And does it have to be my gps sd card or can it be a spare blank one?
Thanks
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dovoto said:
Do I burn the update.img file to the sd card or do I simply copy it? And does it have to be my gps sd card or can it be a spare blank one?
Thanks
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Doesn't appear to be an img file in the context of "burn it" so I think that answers that question (just copy it) The head unit doesn't seem to do anything when I drop it in though (either with it on when I insert it or with it already inserted during a reset). Any thoughts?

dovoto said:
Doesn't appear to be an img file in the context of "burn it" so I think that answers that question (just copy it) The head unit doesn't seem to do anything when I drop it in though (either with it on when I insert it or with it already inserted during a reset). Any thoughts?
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The file should be "update.zip". I used a new SD card - try formatting one with FAT32.
You just copy it to the card and insert it - I think the stock Android image automatically checks for update files that look like this, and loads them. This process worked OK for me - if not then hopefully someone here knows more about the update process than me.

HI !
I also try to root my 2din android without success... I have the same as your and I fail to get recovery and the android can't detect the update.img (or update.zip)
I have tried many tips, my sd card is in fat32, well detected by android ...
Do you have the tip to access to the recovery ?
Thanks

Logicsystem360 said:
HI !
I also try to root my 2din android without success... I have the same as your and I fail to get recovery and the android can't detect the update.img (or update.zip)
I have tried many tips, my sd card is in fat32, well detected by android ...
Do you have the tip to access to the recovery ?
Thanks
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I think the file is "update.img" not "update.zip". Anyway I have not figured out how to get to the boot loader on mine, and I never got any recovery console. Sorry I am too much of a beginner myself to suggest anything.

HI !
I also try to root my 2din android without success... I have the same as your and I fail to get recovery and the android can't detect the update.img (or update.zip)
I have tried many tips, my sd card is in fat32, well detected by android ...
Do you have the tip to access to the recovery ?
Thanks
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Instead of flashing a new image, go to the factory settings and type in *#hct#root#
This should give you root, no need to flash a new image

Logicsystem360 said:
HI !
I also try to root my 2din android without success... I have the same as your and I fail to get recovery and the android can't detect the update.img (or update.zip)
I have tried many tips, my sd card is in fat32, well detected by android ...
Do you have the tip to access to the recovery ?
Thanks
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Bonjour.
If you would like more than root and you're still having trouble getting into recovery with your Hot Audio RK3066 1024x600 2 DIN Head Unit, the steps below have worked for me when the system does not automatically detect the mcu or update.img.
*** Prior to flashing any OEM or Custom ROM firmware, I recommend using a backup app like Titanium to save all your existing apps and data to your external micro sd card or usb memory stick.
1) Install Quick Boot or a similar apk from the play store.
2) Attach a wireless usb or usb keyboard and confirm it is working as intended. I use a Lenovo N5902 but most usb or wireless usb keyboards should work for this task.
3) Make sure you have the update and or mcu image file on your gps micro sd card or an attached usb memory stick (not the zip file).
4) Open Quick Boot, select recovery, and the system will shut down and boot into recovery.
5) Use your usb keyboard to scroll or arrow down to the update option with correct img file location, then press enter to execute the mcu or android firmware update or both.
6) After you update the android firmware, it is highly recommended that you go into the Settings > Backup & Reset, and select reset to factory and check the box to delete all data from the internal sd card. This reset to factory and internal sd card wipe should give your updated android system a clean start and help avoid system issues due to left over data from the previous firmware.
7) Delete the mcu and or update image from your external micro sd card. Done.
Hope this helps...
Best to all,
R

wrong thread. sorry

Android dvd s07 update
Hi,
I want update my android car dvd mercedes w203 2006
MCU version: MTCB-KGL-V2.80
Android version:
4.4.4._07012016
3.0.36+
[email protected] #2321
I need files to update, please help

[GUIDE] Mediatek Android Head Units - How to fully backup or restore backup with SP Flash Tool (beginner-friendly tutorial)

Hi all,
I decided to make 3, very beginner-friendly guides on how to fully backup your Android Head Units and how to restore those backups. These guides are made primarily for the SuperMOD packages in my signature but will generally apply to any Mediatek-based device.
Video Guide - How to full backup your Android Head Unit
This guide will help you:
Backup your whole flash drive with SP Flash Tool
Create your own Scatter and Preloader file
Create your own shareable firmware
PDF Guide - How to restore your backup with SP Flash Tool
This guide will help you restore your backup on a working Android head unit, type MediaTek YT921xxx, with available flash dump
Video Guide - Test Point recovery of a bricked head unit
This guide will help you restore your non-working Android head unit, type MediaTek YT921xxx, with available backup
If you encounter errors during these procedures, like DRAM failures etc, here are the main reasons as to why this might be happening:
Your Preloader and/or Scatter file is incompatible - extract your native scatter and preloader from your backup file
Incompatible SP Flash Tool version
Try to insert the USB cable within 2 seconds of pushing 'WRITE' or 'DOWNLOAD'
Use USB 2.0 ports if available rather than USB 3.0
Make sure your USB port does not go into sleep mode
Your Mediatek drivers are not properly installed on your PC
Faulty or incompatible USB cable - make sure it's shorter than 1m.
Refer to this guide on information about all the errors
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Thanks! And if this post is helpful to you please don't forget to "like" it.
Enjoy!​

iceblue1980 said:
I wanted to share a guide that I translated from Russian forums and adjusted for the English speaking folks on how to successfully import a memory dump into you chinese unbranded Android car stereo head unit, normally a 8227L_demo device with Android type YT9213, YT9216, YT9217, YT9218 and similar.
The guide is made for beginners and is with pictures. You can view the PDF file here and I suggest you download it for better viewing quality and picture detail.
If you encounter errors during the procedure, like DRAM failures etc, here are the main reason for why this is happening:
1. Your Mediatek drivers are not properly installed on your PC
2. Try another Flashtool version (for me only version 5.1824 worked thus far) - this should solve the issue 90% of the time.
3. Ensure your USB cable is shorter than 1m and is fully working.
I am also going to make a separate post on how to perform a full backup of the same unit types, using the same tools. As you know it is always recommended to backup your original ROM before starting experimenting. Thank you and I hope this is helpful to you folks out there.
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You know it. We know it. That you are the best!!! Thanks a lot!

Flashtool version is VERY critical, as I found out the hard way. Please remember to follow each author's instructions to the point.

iceblue1980 said:
I wanted to share a guide that I translated from Russian forums and adjusted for the English speaking folks on how to successfully import a memory dump into you chinese unbranded Android car stereo head unit, normally a 8227L_demo device with Android type YT9213, YT9216, YT9217, YT9218 and similar.
The guide is made for beginners and is with pictures. You can view the PDF file here and I suggest you download it for better viewing quality and picture detail.
If you encounter errors during the procedure, like DRAM failures etc, here are the main reason for why this is happening:
1. Your Mediatek drivers are not properly installed on your PC
2. Try another Flashtool version (for me only version 5.1824 worked thus far) - this should solve the issue 90% of the time.
3. Ensure your USB cable is shorter than 1m and is fully working.
I am also going to make a separate post on how to perform a full backup of the same unit types, using the same tools. As you know it is always recommended to backup your original ROM before starting experimenting. Thank you and I hope this is helpful to you folks out there.
**ONLY UPLOAD 'BOOT1' IF YOUR UNIT IS BRICKED, OTHERWISE JUST UPLOAD THE 'ROM_USER" FILE.
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Hello. Pdf file is not available for download.

raionshinzo said:
Hello. Pdf file is not available for download.
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Thanks, please try again. The link has been updated.

iceblue1980 said:
Thanks, please try again. The link has been updated.
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Thanks for the reply and for updating the file.
Can You please help me with this issue?
I have two HU 9216bj with 1 GB ram and 16GB storage. The problem is that one is XY auto 1.1 and is running without any issues. Another one I bought came with XY auto 6.5. However, after some time this one started to cause problems such as when I start the car half of the screen started to splash like rain. The seller changed my unit but this problem did not go away. So I contacted him again and he updated my unit to XY auto 6.8 but even after the update, the problem is there. He told me that these 6.5 and 6.8 updates are causing problems and asked me not to update my XY auto 1.1 HU which is still working fine.
So I made a dump file of 9216bj XY auto 1.1 and rewrite it on the XY auto 6.8 but the unit goes black screen and I have to use the original emmc_user file of 6.8 to restore it. These units are not 10.1 andriod. The droid info showed 8.1 and CPU Z showed 9.1. Frankly speaking, I don't know which android it is.
I have attached the images of both the 9216bj 1GB 16GB below. Kindly guide me in this regard.
Thanks again.

raionshinzo said:
Thanks for the reply and for updating the file.
Can You please help me with this issue?
I have two HU 9216bj with 1 GB ram and 16GB storage. The problem is that one is XY auto 1.1 and is running without any issues. Another one I bought came with XY auto 6.5. However, after some time this one started to cause problems such as when I start the car half of the screen started to splash like rain. The seller changed my unit but this problem did not go away. So I contacted him again and he updated my unit to XY auto 6.8 but even after the update, the problem is there. He told me that these 6.5 and 6.8 updates are causing problems and asked me not to update my XY auto 1.1 HU which is still working fine.
So I made a dump file of 9216bj XY auto 1.1 and rewrite it on the XY auto 6.8 but the unit goes black screen and I have to use the original emmc_user file of 6.8 to restore it. These units are not 10.1 andriod. The droid info showed 8.1 and CPU Z showed 9.1. Frankly speaking, I don't know which android it is.
I have attached the images of both the 9216bj 1GB 16GB below. Kindly guide me in this regard.
Thanks again.
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Unfortunately the Android 10 units are very poorly built and there are no custom firmware available afaik. The 8.1 and 9.1 units are doable but 10s should be avoided.

iceblue1980 said:
Unfortunately the Android 10 units are very poorly built and there are no custom firmware available afaik. The 8.1 and 9.1 units are doable but 10s should be avoided.
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Hello.
The android version is 9.1. I have attached the images below. I would appreciate if you can guide to an older or stable firmware or its dump for YT 9216BJ mipi 1280×720.
I have tried many roms from XYgala but the screen goes black even after reset it remains black.
I created a dump by making an scatter file with MT8127 processor and emmc memory and then did a read back of boot 1 boot 2 and user.
Thanks.

raionshinzo said:
Hello.
The android version is 9.1. I have attached the images below. I would appreciate if you can guide to an older or stable firmware or its dump for YT 9216BJ mipi 1280×720.
I have tried many roms from XYgala but the screen goes black even after reset it remains black.
I created a dump by making an scatter file with MT8127 processor and emmc memory and then did a read back of boot 1 boot 2 and user.
Thanks.
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Try this guide.

iceblue1980 said:
I am also going to make a separate post on how to perform a full backup of the same unit types, using the same tools.
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That could be very helpful.
Is it available ?

oferyuval said:
That could be very helpful.
Is it available ?
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iceblue1980 said:
oferyuval said:
That could be very helpful.
Is it available ?
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The linked clip is from 2014.
An updated guide from 2019 from the same guy can be found here: https://forum.hovatek.com/thread-21970.html

oferyuval said:
The linked clip is from 2014.
An updated guide from 2019 from the same guy can be found here: https://forum.hovatek.com/thread-21970.html
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Isn't this a guide for WwR tool rather than Flash Tool?

iceblue1980 said:
Isn't this a guide for WwR tool rather than Flash Tool?
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It uses WwR to make a scatter file and than SP Flash Tool

Okay, I updated the OP. Now there is a guide both for making full backup and restoring it. Hopefully, this will help you guys out there.

iceblue1980 said:
Okay, I updated the OP. Now there is a guide both for making full backup and restoring it. Hopefully, this will help you guys out there.
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Great, many thanks !!! I'll try to follow it.

The new backup guide looks very clear and comprehensive.
I'll use it to make my first backup attempt. Thank you for taking the time to make it.
Two questions:
1. It seems that the values from the scatter file downloaded at 8. are used only for downloading preloader.Xxx.bin. Is that correct ?
2. Should we disconnect the usb cable from the pc at 17. before reconnecting it in 23. ?

oferyuval said:
The new backup guide looks very clear and comprehensive.
I'll use it to make my first backup attempt. Thank you for taking the time to make it.
Two questions:
1. It seems that the values from the scatter file downloaded at 8. are used only for downloading preloader.Xxx.bin. Is that correct ?
2. Should we disconnect the usb cable from the pc at 17. before reconnecting it in 23. ?
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Happy to hear that.
As for your questions:
The scatter file included in the software package downloads is applicable to the respective head unit type, that the software package is made for. This means you can use it to backup your head unit, without the need of creating your own scatter file. And the best part is - if the scatter file isn't compatible with your head unit, it's a good indication that the software package is not compatible with your device.
No, as you are instructed to disconnect the USB cable in step 15.

iceblue1980 said:
Happy to hear that.
As for your questions:
The scatter file included in the software package downloads is applicable to the respective head unit type, that the software package is made for. This means you can use it to backup your head unit, without the need of creating your own scatter file. And the best part is - if the scatter file isn't compatible with your head unit, it's a good indication that the software package is not compatible with your device.
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This makes perfect sense if I had a verified firmware or at least verified scatter file.
I don't know how to get one for my device.
I would like to backup the original firmware before loading a new firmware, so I can restore the original incase the new one is not compatible. In this case I am not sure that using a scatter file from the new untested firmware is a good idea.
iceblue1980 said:
2. No, as you are instructed to disconnect the USB cable in step 15.
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Sorry, I missed this one

oferyuval said:
This makes perfect sense if I had a verified firmware or at least verified scatter file.
I don't know how to get one for my device.
I would like to backup the original firmware before loading a new firmware, so I can restore the original incase the new one is not compatible. In this case I am not sure that using a scatter file from the new untested firmware is a good idea.
Sorry, I missed this one
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You can make your own scatter file using a tool like WwR MTK.
Having said that, I'd be very surprised if the scatter file in the software package didn't work for your device, providing your head unit is compatible.

YT9213AJ Latest Firmware XYAUTO 6.5 API 27/Android 8.1 2020 + TWRP Magisk and Dolby

To avoid people getting frustrated I have decided to end this project on my side, follow this link to receive active updates from a guy that has time. Cheers https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...-custom-mods-root-twrp-viper4android.4184999/

which is recommended? 6.0 rom or upgrade to 8.0?

Is it installable on a yt9216b 1/16 with firmware 8.1 go?
thx

septicide said:
I have had a massive headache getting this to all work but am glad to have found a solution, these units come shipped with a fake android 8.1 (some say 9.1) and are actually android 6.0, all XYAUTO builds from 3.0-3.4 will be android 6.0
DOWNLOAD LINK - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hLDcyTHxSvI6LzuV6D7C28-qhpYEMk-A/view?usp=sharing
This update is real android 8.1 even though it comes up as 9.1 after you install it
The update fixes a number of things, the volume glitch between 17 and 18, and the fader on some models, if your one doesn't have an audio processor chip the fader will not work, more info here https://4pda.ru/forum/index.php?showtopic=985184
It also includes a theme chooser.
This 7.zip contains a computer only flash with TWRP recovery already included
-- Instructions --
Copy all files from "Needed" folder to a USB
Unzip firmware and flashtool
Use flashtool to flash firmware - Open scatter file - Select "Format + Download" From drop down menu
Hit download, connect USB A TO A Cable, then power on the device and let it flash, should come up OK
-- Bootloader Check --
Car Settings - Android Settings - Go to Settings - Scroll down to System - About Car
Tap Build Number to enable developer mode - Back
Developer options - OEM Unlocking - Make sure this is Enabled
-- Gain Root and install ViPER4Android FX/Dolby --
Plug in your USB Stick
Open file manager and open USB Drive
Install Android Terminal Emulator
type in: Reboot Recovery - Enter
Change Language to English, *tip* the option is настройки then globe on the top right
Install - Select Storage - Usb OTG
** In this Order **
Select Magisk-v20.4.zip
Add zip
Select ViPER4Android_2.5.0.5.zip
Add zip
Select WICKED BEATS.zip
Add zip
Select Busybox-1.29.0-YDS-UNIVERSAL.zip
Add zip
Select Dolby-Oreo.zip (Only if you want it, NOTE will replace the built in eq so the one in settings won't display)
Swipe to install
Go back
Select Wipe - Factory Reset
Reboot ** Dont install TWRP updater app this is a custom recovery and the only one you will ever get **
Connect to WIFI
Install MagiskManager and perform the additional setup when it loads
After reboot, open MagiskManager and make sure Magisk is detected if not power off/on device and check
again, boot back into recovery and reinstall Magisk zip if it's still not working after that set OEM Unlocking to disabled in Developer options, reboot and recheck, this glitch is to do with the bootloader not enabling magisk. Once you have ViPER4Android installed even if this does decide to intermittantly not enable root in the future the FX will still work as it only needs root access to install the driver initially.
Open viPER4Android FX, turn on master power and check driver status, should be working.
-- Set up side buttons --
Car Settings - Factory Settings - 8888 - Touch Settings
In this order
Start
Power - Power Button
Home - Home Button
Back - Back Button
Voladd - Vol+
Voldec - Vol-
Close - Ok
Video of it running here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BWF1bpNYTo69MekuDDuHXj3cCZHxbr_r/view?usp=sharing
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Thank you for sharing good instruction.
One question for you. Are your fader and equalizer working properly? Mines aren't. However, for Equalizer, Dolby could be a good alternative but for fader, there is no alternative in my knowledge. Any idea?

jheum said:
Thank you for sharing good instruction.
One question for you. Are your fader and equalizer working properly? Mines aren't. However, for Equalizer, Dolby could be a good alternative but for fader, there is no alternative in my knowledge. Any idea?
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Hey mate, The fader won't work if the DSP chip is missing from the board, also once you install dolby the right left front and rear fader stop working as it replaces the audio eq, I'm trying to find a solution to this at the moment but without that chip I doubt it.

g2mantap said:
which is recommended? 6.0 rom or upgrade to 8.0?
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The 6.0 rom here https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...ecovery-custom-mod-root-twrp-viperfx.4184999/ is faster, but you can only use viper fx, the 8.1 one I have posted is slightly slower due to the android revision and allows you to use dolby.

mark-1978 said:
Is it installable on a yt9216b 1/16 with firmware 8.1 go?
thx
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No, but you can download the firmware here http://file.xygala.com/?dir=uploads/XY公版/9216/9216B/Android9.1/外文/横屏/ user/pass is xyauto:123456 extract it, then copy the preloader.bin and recovery.img from my archive over to this folder and flash it following the same instructions above. Just check what display size you have first under car settings and download the right one cheers.

Thank you for your reply and kind pictures. I confirmed mine doesn't have a DSP.. Haven't expected a car stereo without fader.. Anyway, problem solved.

My unit looks exactly like this but the number on mine is YT9213A without the last 'J'. Do you know if this would work on my unit? Any clue what difference the final J makes?

buffaloquinn said:
My unit looks exactly like this but the number on mine is YT9213A without the last 'J'. Do you know if this would work on my unit? Any clue what difference the final J makes?
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No, but you can download the firmware here http://file.xygala.com/?dir=uploads/XY公版/9213/9213A/安卓9.1/外文/横屏/1024X600/ui1_v6.5 user/pass is xyauto:123456 extract it, then copy the preloader.bin and recovery.img from my archive over to this folder and flash it following the same instructions above.

septicide said:
No, but you can download the firmware here http://file.xygala.com/?dir=uploads/XY公版/9213/9213A/安卓9.1/外文/横屏/1024X600/ui1_v6.5 user/pass is xyauto:123456 extract it, then copy the preloader.bin and recovery.img from my archive over to this folder and flash it following the same instructions above.
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Thanks.

buffaloquinn said:
Thanks.
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Seems there are two zips in that folder. Both have the same last part of the file name, but one is preceded by some Chinese characters and they're different sizes. any clue which one I'm supposed to use?

septicide said:
** Update ** Getting Viper to work without removing system fader etc was put in the too hard basket for this version they are still in the
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@septicide - I have this unit, see photos. YT9213A unit, 8227L, fake 2gb (1gb actual), 32gb storage. Can I use your ROM?

buffaloquinn said:
Seems there are two zips in that folder. Both have the same last part of the file name, but one is preceded by some Chinese characters and they're different sizes. any clue which one I'm supposed to use?
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Right click and translate to english, you want the first one, computer upgrade package

PaulieP said:
@septicide - I have this unit, see photos. YT9213A unit, 8227L, fake 2gb (1gb actual), 32gb storage. Can I use your ROM?
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Hey man you will be after the same one as buffaloquinn above, just unzip the rom and overwrite the preloader.bin and recovery.img from my image before you flash so you get twrp

septicide said:
No, but you can download the firmware here http://file.xygala.com/?dir=uploads/XY公版/9216/9216B/Android9.1/外文/横屏/ user/pass is xyauto:123456 extract it, then copy the preloader.bin and recovery.img from my archive over to this folder and flash it following the same instructions above. Just check what display size you have first under car settings and download the right one cheers.
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Hi,
Thank you very much for the post. I have tried to install it by downloading the file for Y9216B and when I try to flash it by choosing the scatter file it always gives me an error and says that it is invalid. What could be the problem?
Thank you

acristobalj said:
Hi,
Thank you very much for the post. I have tried to install it by downloading the file for Y9216B and when I try to flash it by choosing the scatter file it always gives me an error and says that it is invalid. What could be the problem?
Thank you
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Chinese characters in the directory name, just rename it to firmware or something and the scatter file should work

Hello, and happy new year to all. i have a car Ownice k1 1GB ram 16GB disk, can you upgrade with your rom? I attach photos

Not having any luck here. Reseting or rebooting (including from completely disconnected from power unit) never seems to recognize my computer connected via USB cable. (Checked with both USB ports as well)
Is there some trick to getting the unit into download mode?

septicide said:
Right click and translate to english, you want the first one, computer upgrade package
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Thanks. I did figure that out because it was the only one with the scatter file. Still not having any luck with getting the unit into download mode.

Need Android 10 Model: px5 MTCU_HT Custom Firmware

Hey there
My Head Unit is no longer saving the last used memory and the radio just stopped working this week.
I am looking for custom firmware to try and hopefully get my unit working properly.
I have searched online and with not a lot of luck. I found someone with custom Firmware on Youtube
but I have used his firmware on another unit a few years back and you can't turn off the auto screen saver option
so I would rather not use his firmware again.
Any Help?
My specs:
Pumpkin Android Radio
Model: px5 (1024 x 600)
Android Version: 10
Last security Update: 5. May 2020
Build NUmber: rk3368-userdebig 10
Kernel-Version: 4.19.111
MCU-Version: MTCU_HT_V3.71_1 Dec 19 2020
CPU: Octa-core Cortex-A53 @ 1.5G
Memory: 3937 MB
I hope someone can help
Thank you in advance.

The file I uploaded is the firmware update the seller sent to me.
Seller instructions:
Update methods:
Download the link on your computer--Don’t unzip the file update.zip. Copy this file " update.zip" to the USB root directory. Connect the USB stick to the USB port of the radio. If the radio detects the update immediately and wants to install it, click on Cancel.
Then open Settings> System> System Updates> tick the box > click Install.
I installed it all Okay. Still have the same problems.
I also found this firmware
Hal9k_Mod_5.0_MTCx_HCTx_PX5_eng.rar
From
And it also installed Okay. Looks very different (I don't really like it that much, far too bright) however I still have the same problems.
I am starting to think it's a hardware problem.
I will post back after trying something else.

techno489 said:
Factory yhss1_PX5-A10-rk3368-MTCU_HT(20211111).zip
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This firmware is based on the custom firmware of "Factory yhss1_PX5-A10-rk3368-MTCU_HT(20211111)"
Яндекс
Найдётся всё
disk.yandex.ru

techno489 said:
The file I uploaded is the firmware update the seller sent to me.
Seller instructions:
Update methods:
Download the link on your computer--Don’t unzip the file update.zip. Copy this file " update.zip" to the USB root directory. Connect the USB stick to the USB port of the radio. If the radio detects the update immediately and wants to install it, click on Cancel.
Then open Settings> System> System Updates> tick the box > click Install.
I installed it all Okay. Still have the same problems.
I also found this firmware
Hal9k_Mod_5.0_MTCx_HCTx_PX5_eng.rar
From
And it also installed Okay. Looks very different (I don't really like it that much, far too bright) however I still have the same problems.
I am starting to think it's a hardware problem.
I will post back after trying something else.
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You even did not tell anything about your issues you are facing. What do you mean with:
My Head Unit is no longer saving the last used memory and the radio just stopped working this week.
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So really think about that and communicate correctly.
The same would be if you call your workshop that your car does something wrong and don´t tell them what happens.
Would you get any instructions? I think not.
So tell us the issues and then thee might be some answer possible.
@localos : I think just pushing links to any firmware version without having a bug report does not make any sense.

Help Requested: Bought a TS10. Sub Pre-out stopped working after S/W Update to TS10.2.2_20230311.103922

Greetings!
I bought a radio for my car. Everything was working out of the box yesterday. I did a S/W update this morning and updated to TS10.2.2_20230311.103922 this morning. As soon as I did that, the sub pre-outs went completely dead. I did test my amp and everything downstream is getting power. I don't know what happened. The update was successful. I don't know what the previous software version was before updating.
I have no idea how to fix this. What should I do?

Hi, request an update offline from your seller (install thru USB stick) or go to factory settings menu and restore original software - downgrade (this will delete all files and folders created after first use and put clean install)

Duplicate post.

Anton TNT said:
Hi, request an update offline from your seller (install thru USB stick) or go to factory settings menu and restore original software - downgrade (this will delete all files and folders created after first use and put clean install)
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The seller told me not to perform a factory reset because it'll delete the APK and map files. How would I get those back?
Update: I performed the factory update. I found the "APK Installer" on the radio. I was able to install TLlink, and a few other ones.
Thank you!

marker227 said:
The seller told me not to perform a factory reset because it'll delete the APK and map files. How would I get those back?
Update: I performed the factory update. I found the "APK Installer" on the radio. I was able to install TLlink, and a few other ones.
Thank you!
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Is it working all well now ?

Anton TNT said:
Is it working all well now ?
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Actually no. It's so much much worse. The headlight illumination wire never worked (before or after update). And now the sub pre-outs do not work in TLink. They do work in Bluetooth or the Radio. That's it. I worked on the car for 3 hours last night. I did numerous factory resets. I can't get it to work right.

Please post here info on system - HMI and MCU take a picture and whole device also. Must know what we are dealing with here.
We will find solution, we always do...
Meanwhile this thread will also help things sort out ... https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/new-ts10-uis7862-6gb-ram-128gb-head-unit-q-as.4227947/page-91

Anton TNT said:
Please post here info on system - HMI and MCU take a picture and whole device also. Must know what we are dealing with here.
We will find solution, we always do...
Meanwhile this thread will also help things sort out ... https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/new-ts10-uis7862-6gb-ram-128gb-head-unit-q-as.4227947/page-91
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Thank you! I can let you know this information tomorrow! I don't have access to the car right now. The radio was from AliExpress. I'm on Android 10. The radio is called the T9 version. I did post on that Q&A post too.
I had issues where the amp remote wire was not being turned on by the radio (power cycle with a paperclip fixed that).
Now I'm having issues with the sub not providing any audio while using TLlink. The speakers even sound really awful when using TLlink.
I also accidentally flipped the boot logo screen for the Android logo. Not sure how to put it back the way it was...
The seller did give me this file: "TS10.2.2_20230311.103922_THEME1-11.rar" I'm not exactly confident this will do anything when the Factory Reset didn't.

marker227 said:
Thank you! I can let you know this information tomorrow! I don't have access to the car right now. The radio was from AliExpress. I'm on Android 10. The radio is called the T9 version. I did post on that Q&A post too.
I had issues where the amp remote wire was not being turned on by the radio (power cycle with a paperclip fixed that).
Now I'm having issues with the sub not providing any audio while using TLlink. The speakers even sound really awful when using TLlink.
I also accidentally flipped the boot logo screen for the Android logo. Not sure how to put it back the way it was...
The seller did give me this file: "TS10.2.2_20230311.103922_THEME1-11.rar" I'm not exactly confident this will do anything when the Factory Reset didn't.
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Please send me this file TS10.2.2_20230311.103922_THEME1-11.rar on email [email protected].
Will try out with my unit I have TS18.
It has obviously theme pack for changing theme or UI of device.
Boot logo is minimal concern. Boot logo can be changed in factory settings mode (access with pin code ussualy 8888 or 126 or 123456).
Please do also :
Paste here also link of Ali Express where you bought device just to see some further info on device.
Take a snapshot of units UI (main interface with icons in Android).
Specify what brand is it - like Topway, Isudar, Mekede, Joying or something like that.

Anton TNT said:
Please send me this file TS10.2.2_20230311.103922_THEME1-11.rar on email [email protected].
Will try out with my unit I have TS18.
It has obviously theme pack for changing theme or UI of device.
Boot logo is minimal concern. Boot logo can be changed in factory settings mode (access with pin code ussualy 8888 or 126 or 123456).
Please do also :
Paste here also link of Ali Express where you bought device just to see some further info on device.
Take a snapshot of units UI (main interface with icons in Android).
Specify what brand is it - like Topway, Isudar, Mekede, Joying or something like that.
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I sent you an email with a link containing the .rar file the seller gave me. It is the current software version for the radio. I asked them to provide me with the original firmware file they send with the radio as well. I'll get that tomorrow.
Here is the photo you requested.
It is running Android 10. Although, it's supposed to be Android 11. I don't have canbus on my vehicle or a factory digital amp.
I tried plugging my phone into the USB plug in the back of the radio. It didn't connect to the radio. It briefly was charging, but I was unable to use Android Auto using the wired method. I don't have the car's factory USB plug hooked up right now. I'll be doing that on Saturday. Is it possible the rear USB plugs don't provide data to the radio? The rear USB plug is 6-pin. The car's factory front plug is 4-pin.
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256802326561600.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.17.ccc01802QkG7Tx&gatewayAdapt=glo2usa&_randl_shipto=US

Did you get any canbus box with device ?
If yes, is it readable / visible in system settings (factory settings)?

Anton TNT said:
Did you get any canbus box with device ?
If yes, is it readable / visible in system settings (factory settings)?
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No I did not. Since my car does not have the upgraded audio system, no canbus was needed. I was not given one.

Your file that you have sent me... It is update for unit , go to in system update where you updated software and choose not online but "local" update and then choose USB (ZIP file - files must be unzipped on formatted USB drive and attched to port prior to hit update). Let it finish and then see if helped. If not I'm looking for same update on net, we have similar device I have TS18 yours is TS10.
There is a link to help if get stuck...

Anton TNT said:
Your file that you have sent me... It is update for unit , go to in system update where you updated software and choose not online but "local" update and then choose USB (ZIP file - files must be unzipped on formatted USB drive and attched to port prior to hit update). Let it finish and then see if helped. If not I'm looking for same update on net, we have similar device I have TS18 yours is TS10.
There is a link to help if get stuck...
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How do I send the file to the unit? The 6-pin USB port does not detect my phone. My phone briefly detects power and then it goes off.

marker227 said:
How do I send the file to the unit? The 6-pin USB port does not detect my phone. My phone briefly detects power and then it goes off.
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Send file to USB drive on a cmputer rather than from phone. Send this zip file to a computer via mobile phone bluetooth or cable connection unzipp the files, then transfer files to formatted USB drive, attach it to USB port on head unit, go to system settings and choose local update / USB and it should start the update. It is best method.

Anton TNT said:
Send file to USB drive on a cmputer rather than from phone. Send this zip file to a computer via mobile phone bluetooth or cable connection unzipp the files, then transfer files to formatted USB drive, attach it to USB port on head unit, go to system settings and choose local update / USB and it should start the update. It is best method.
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I have USB drives at home. I can do this in about 6 hours.

marker227 said:
I have USB drives at home. I can do this in about 6 hours.
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Go ahead no need to hurry, it's late.. You can tell me if you succeded tommorow... Good luck!

Original update is here but it's from year 2021... use as a last resort, I have not tested it.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...am-128gb-head-unit-q-as.4227947/post-84743245
Method of installment, same as update above from USB and local update

I put the RAR file on a USB stick. How do I apply the update?
I'm unzipping the files... Trying again.

Anton TNT said:
Original update is here but it's from year 2021... use as a last resort, I have not tested it.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...am-128gb-head-unit-q-as.4227947/post-84743245
Method of installment, same as update above from USB and local update
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Performing the update now. Am I supposed to check the "Wipe data and format flash button?" I didn't check it.
I finished the update. It didn't do anything. My subwoofer is still broken and none of my settings were wiped.
I tried the update again and I clicked the "Wipe Data" button. Same result.
I do have the original file the seller gave me. It's the older firmware version. I haven't tried that, but I'm getting annoyed at this point. I thought a flash was going to completely wipe the radio, including the crooked boot logo I accidentally flipped.
This is the oldest file the seller gave me. I haven't tried it yet.
TS10.2.2_20230210.093416_THEME1-11.rar