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Product Support => HiMedia Q5/Q10 4K3D => Topic started by: futeko.com on June 08, 2015, 12:06:43 PM
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CS (user pcristi on this forum) has created custom firmwares for Q5 and Q10 4K3D with added+updated apps, ad blocking and some fixes.
This thread is an index to those CS custom firmwares.
DO NOT TRY AND INSTALL Q5 FIRMWARE ON Q10 OR VICE VERSA. IT WILL BRICK YOUR BOX.
CS Mediafire download folder - http://www.mediafire.com/?504cb07bdh85x
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1.0.9 Changelog:
Add:
- permissions compatible Google Play
- permissions for widget
- Browser AOSP 4.4.2-201510325
- ES File Explorer 3.1.1
(ver. HiMediaVideoPlayer)
- Gmail 5.2.93937779
- Google Maps 9.9.0
- Google Calendar 5.2.1-9466333
- Velvet(Google search) 3.6.16.1614640
(ver. trasparent Google Launcher Now)
- YouTube 10.21.57
- Plex 3.8.4.296
- YouTube Google TV 1.7.6
- Himedia XBMC/KODI Wrapper 3.5
- suport Tastatura PNI AirFun One
(search --> subtitle, info --> audio)
Update:
- Google Chrome Browser 43.0.2357.92
- Google Play Store 5.6.8
- Google Play Services 7.3.73(1976294-034)
- Wifi Analyzer 3.9.5
Patch:
- hosts file AdAway
Change:
- File Manager cu ES File Explorer in Launcher Overseas
From official FW:
- Facebook 34.0.0.0.82
- Netflix 3.11.1 build 441
- Skype 5.4.0.6165
- Kodi 14.2_20150326
Bug:
- 3D iso are played in 720p instead of 1080p. Switching from 3d to 2d and back to 3d brings 1080p playback.
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"Himedia XBMC/KODI Wrapper 3.5". Is this a diferent version from the one futeko has for download ?
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"Himedia XBMC/KODI Wrapper 3.5". Is this a diferent version from the one futeko has for download ?
Same version.
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Should I just wait the new firmware release by futeko which will likely to include the updated apps?
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Should I just wait the new firmware release by futeko which will likely to include the updated apps?
The Himedia official firmware won't contain many of the apps included in the custom firmware. It will always be more streamlined.
I would recommend installing the CS custom firmware if it's the same version number as official (as it is now with 1.0.9).
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Thanks. :)
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CS updated his custom 1.0.9 to include 3D ISO fix
http://forum.softpedia.com/topic/999318-himedia-q5-quad-core-android-tv/page__st__306#entry17394066 (http://forum.softpedia.com/topic/999318-himedia-q5-quad-core-android-tv/page__st__306#entry17394066)
http://www.mediafire.com/?504cb07bdh85x (http://www.mediafire.com/?504cb07bdh85x)
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Every time you update the firmware, you have to re-do your Kodi library, which is a hassle, unless you save the userdata file. That's easy on the custom firmware but I'm currently on the official 1.0.9 firmware which doesn't give access to that level in the file manager. Anyone know how to get deeper (root) access to save the Kodi file before updating the firmware? Thanks very much!
Edit: Resolved by downloading ES File Explorer from the Play Store and ticking the "display hidden folders" box
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Every time you update the firmware, you have to re-do your Kodi library, which is a hassle, unless you save the userdata file. That's easy on the custom firmware but I'm currently on the official 1.0.9 firmware which doesn't give access to that level in the file manager. Anyone know how to get deeper (root) access to save the Kodi file before updating the firmware? Thanks very much!
Edit: Resolved by downloading ES File Explorer from the Play Store and ticking the "display hidden folders" box
simple use kodi addn "backup"
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Oh right, thanks! That's what's good about this forum!
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New CS custom firmwares for Q5/Q10 based on 3.0.1. Including really nice looking launcher.
http://forum.softpedia.com/topic/999318-himedia-q5-quad-core-android-tv/page__st__342#entry17875919
(http://www.mediafire.com/convkey/9717/taramfy1xbhf43fzg.jpg)
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Decided to give the custom firmware a try, But it seems to completely cork the LCD screen on the front of the box. I get all kinds of squiggly stuff on boot and once fully loaded its blank.
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Q5 or Q10?
Best thing to do is post on the softpedia forum, that way CS will register the problem.
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Q10 I just posted there too
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Decided to give the custom firmware a try, But it seems to completely cork the LCD screen on the front of the box. I get all kinds of squiggly stuff on boot and once fully loaded its blank.
I've just tested Q10 CS on a Q10 4K3D here and all is normal. No LCD problem.
Kodiloaded, when you say Q10 do you mean Q10 Q10?!
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It only seems to do it after you do a full power off with the button on the box not the remote
cristianstoica sent me a pm with a link to test firmware he had just compiled after reading my post, Just got done testing it with the same results. Gibberish on the LCD then nothing at all just blank.
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OK. I see it after a power cycle using the button on the box.
e.g.
(http://www.futeko.com/misc/q10lcdjunk.jpg)
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Yup Egyptian Hieroglyphs LOL.
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.... Your lucky to get the Egyptian Hieroglyphs, my display is totally blank ;D
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New 3.0.2 version Q5/Q10 CS custom firmware.
http://forum.softpedia.com/topic/999318-himedia-q5q10-quad-core-android-442-tv-box/page__st__378#entry18237822
Add/Update:
- 500 Firepaper
- Adobe flash 11.1.115.81
- Browser AOSP 4.4.2-201510325
- ES File Explorer 3.1.1
(ver.can by use with HiMediaVideoPlayer)
- Gmail 5.8.107203005-release
- Google Maps 9.17.1
- Google Calendar 5.2.7-107213440-release
- Google Play Store 6.0.0
- Google Play Services 8.3.01(2385995-034)
- Google Chrome Browser 46.0.2490.76
- Google TalkBack 4.3.1
- Google Text-to-speech Engine 3.7.12.2235583
- Velvet(Google search) 3.6.16.1614640
- YouTube 10.43.60
- YouTube Google TV 1.0.5.6
- Plex 3.8.4.296
- Wifi Analyzer 3.9.6
- Netflix 3.13.0 build 5294
- Wrapper 3.5 new apk from 3.0.2
- Hapy Cast 4.0.0.7 apk from 3.0.2
- Skype 5.4.99.5871 apk from 3.0.2
- Facebook 34.0.0.0.82 apk from 3.0.2
- FileManager 2.1.3_HMD_0527_Release transparent
- Layncher 3D 1.1.1_HMD_1019_Release transparent
- Media Center 2.1.5_HMD_0804_Release transparent
- HiMediaVideoPlayer 1.03_HMD_1027_Realease themed
- HiSettings 1.0.19_HMD_111_Realease themed
- suport Egreat R1 IR remote
- suport Keyboard PNI AirFun One
(search --> subtitle, info --> audio, ir power on)
Revert:
- Revert NewAppManager to 1.0.16_HMD_150405_Realease transparent
- Revert Kodi 15.2 to Kodi 14.2_20150326
(annoying breaking passthrough, by Android volume control on Kodi 15.x, when pressing by mistake HiMedia remote control of volume)
Remove:
- Android Status Bar - annoying with Mouse/AirFun
- HiStatistics.apk - post user apps list to HiMedia server
Patch:
- hosts file AdAway update (16.11.2015)
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I have to say, I wish he was also releasing his custom firmwares in alternate versions that would not have any of those reverts. I typically prefer using updated versions of the apps, and I don't mind the factors he lists as their shortcomings.
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New 3.0.2 version Q5/Q10 CS custom firmware.
http://forum.softpedia.com/topic/999318-himedia-q5q10-quad-core-android-442-tv-box/page__st__378#entry18237822
Add/Update:
- 500 Firepaper
- Adobe flash 11.1.115.81
- Browser AOSP 4.4.2-201510325
- ES File Explorer 3.1.1
(ver.can by use with HiMediaVideoPlayer)
- Gmail 5.8.107203005-release
- Google Maps 9.17.1
- Google Calendar 5.2.7-107213440-release
- Google Play Store 6.0.0
- Google Play Services 8.3.01(2385995-034)
- Google Chrome Browser 46.0.2490.76
- Google TalkBack 4.3.1
- Google Text-to-speech Engine 3.7.12.2235583
- Velvet(Google search) 3.6.16.1614640
- YouTube 10.43.60
- YouTube Google TV 1.0.5.6
- Plex 3.8.4.296
- Wifi Analyzer 3.9.6
- Netflix 3.13.0 build 5294
- Wrapper 3.5 new apk from 3.0.2
- Hapy Cast 4.0.0.7 apk from 3.0.2
- Skype 5.4.99.5871 apk from 3.0.2
- Facebook 34.0.0.0.82 apk from 3.0.2
- FileManager 2.1.3_HMD_0527_Release transparent
- Layncher 3D 1.1.1_HMD_1019_Release transparent
- Media Center 2.1.5_HMD_0804_Release transparent
- HiMediaVideoPlayer 1.03_HMD_1027_Realease themed
- HiSettings 1.0.19_HMD_111_Realease themed
- suport Egreat R1 IR remote
- suport Keyboard PNI AirFun One
(search --> subtitle, info --> audio, ir power on)
Revert:
- Revert NewAppManager to 1.0.16_HMD_150405_Realease transparent
- Revert Kodi 15.2 to Kodi 14.2_20150326
(annoying breaking passthrough, by Android volume control on Kodi 15.x, when pressing by mistake HiMedia remote control of volume)
Remove:
- Android Status Bar - annoying with Mouse/AirFun
- HiStatistics.apk - post user apps list to HiMedia server
Patch:
- hosts file AdAway update (16.11.2015)
How to ROOT this Firmware?
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New CS custom firmware based on official 3.0.3:
http://forum.softpedia.com/topic/999318-himedia-q5q10-quad-core-android-442-tv-box/page__st__414#entry18495056
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Are these custom firmwares the same as those on Kodiloaded.com?
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On Kodiloaded.com is CS custom firmware modified by Derek for KdLinks A300(clone of HiMedia Q10) and him taste with more user apps included.
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Can the q10 firmware me used on the a300 since they are same.?
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New CS custom firmware based on official 3.0.3:
http://forum.softpedia.com/topic/999318-himedia-q5q10-quad-core-android-442-tv-box/page__st__414#entry18495056
What are the benefits of these next to official firmware?
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Can the q10 firmware me used on the a300 since they are same.?
I think so but you should ask Kodiloaded / KDLINKS. We don't have an A300 to test.
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Can the q10 firmware me used on the a300 since they are same.?
Should add that installing KDLINKS or other firmware on a Q10 may invalidate warranty depending on where you bought the Q10 from.
As far as we're concerned you can install any firmware from our forum or the official Himedia download site. Other retailers might have a different policy.
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What are the benefits of these next to official firmware?
Mostly cosmetics it seems, with some added apps.
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Is it possible to build custom Firware for Chinese Himedia q5 4K ?
I desperately need this.
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Is it possible to build custom Firware for Chinese Himedia q5 4K ?
I desperately need this.
Dear Pcristi
Can you help me building a custom rom for Chinese Himedia q5 quad?
I need it desperately.
I am not Chinese, I don't understand Chinese language.
Please help if possible.
Thanks in advance.
@Wmmhaque please don't spam all topic of forum, contact me with Personal Messages (http://www.futeko.com/newforum/index.php?action=pm;sa=send;u=72).
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I instaled CS 3.0.3, but youtube can not remember history watch video, how can i fix this? (In privacy in google setting Youtube Watch History Already on, and in youtube app: Pause watch history is allready off!)
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Hello
Is it possible to build custom Firware with : Q5/Q10 - Auto framerate switching - HIMEDIAPLAYER PATCH
( http://www.futeko.com/newforum/index.php?topic=1043.0 )
Thanks
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Hello JCR
Sorry not custom with Auto framerate switching, HiMedia 24Hz ON is doing good job for all most users of Q5/Q10 4K3D.
If someone rely need FULL switch to run on this box, him have to manually install script.
Hello
Is it possible to build custom Firware with : Q5/Q10 - Auto framerate switching - HIMEDIAPLAYER PATCH
( http://www.futeko.com/newforum/index.php?topic=1043.0 )
Thanks
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Hello
OK :-(
Thanks for the reply
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hi
whats the difference between transparent and theme
can creator post screenshot
thanks
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Hi, I've recently installed this custom firmware and for the most part it's working.
On the launcher screen, I've found that the power off button, when pressed, hangs the himedia device and the remote control cannot turn the himedia off. The himedia needs to be physically turned off and rebooted to work again.
Is there a way to get this power off functioning properly, or how to just remove the malfuctioning power button completely from the launcher.
OK I solved it.
Found a similar issue on the q10/Q5pro custom rom section and downloaded the pwer menu files from that and tried to update, it would not.
I downloaded the modified power menu apk and rooted my device.
Uninstalled the non working power menu apk from the system using root uninstaller.
Copied and pasted the working power menu apk into the system app folder.
Installed the power menu apk from the system apk folder and the power menu is functioning properly now.