Mod for Tanix TX5 Pro MiniM8SII and Nexbox A95X COOLEME MB1 X9 Frankenstein Firmware WIP

[prahjister]

Confirmed that this ported firmware works on the Nexbox A95X S905X 2GB/8GB version. So +ogopogo, it should work with your version of the 2GB/16GB as well.

Many thanks to +prahjister and +scooter2014 for the hard work. Finally have a rooted rom.

So the link in first post works on A95x s905x......I could remove the branding and ota if it does?

[J0hn]

So the link in first post works on A95x s905x......I could remove the branding and ota if it does?

Yes, the link in post#1 is what I download and flashed via USB Tool. Pics to confirm:

[prahjister]

What wifi chip does the a95x have

[J0hn]

What wifi chip does the a95x have

Per Here: http://www.cnx-software.com/2016/07/22/nexbox-a95x-s905x-android-tv-box-review-part-1-unboxing-and-teardown/

Ampak AP6330 module for dual band WiFi

But, I did just a basic dmesg command from terminal, showing RTL871X modules loading to start wifi. Again, everything works and acutally runs alot smoother/faster than the factory firmware that was on it.

[prahjister]

Nice if i had to guess i bet it works on mini m8s ii too....it has ap6212

Except remote...that probably doesn't work.

[J0hn]

Nice if i had to guess i bet it works on mini m8s ii too....it has ap6212

Except remote...that probably doesn't work.

The mini m8s ii appears to be similar 212 board and probably would work with your modified firmware. I would do the "guinea pig" testing of it, but don't have one. Be nice to get a free one to test modified firmwares.

Anyways, on the remote, there is give/takeaway on anything that you mod. I for one, wanted rooted firmware, and firmware is ideal for anyone that doesn't want alot of bloatware. I am like you, and been using Logitech K400R for over a year now. Down side, not good for gaming on it. Anyways, should ditch the remotes, the one that comes with Nexbox A95X is kinda of a joke.

I did uninstall Kodi and re-install because I didn't want all the add-ons. The box is just going to be a PVR client in bedroom to replace Verizon Fios media client.

[scooter2014]

Works on mini...

[prahjister]

Ill ask Jean to test

[prahjister]

What about remotes?

[scooter2014]

I didnt try remote i use mouse. Ill dig them out.

[J0hn]

What about remotes?

Can't get the Nexbox A95X remote to work even after turning it on in settings menu. I know there will be users wanting the remote function to work, but you really need wireless keyboard.

[scooter2014]

There is another thread on how to copy over controls just cant find it right now .

[clarkss12]

Everyone complains about the included IR remotes, but I use the stock remotes from most of my boxes when using Kodi. Most of my newer boxes have a very good range and direction, ex. I test by pointing to the ceiling and 90 degrees each direction to see how they work, most of my boxes pass. One problem I have encountered is that some of my IR remotes control several of these boxes, which is a pain for me, because I have 9 different boxes connected to my AVR. Don't get me wrong, my coffee table is full of different keyboards, mice and air mice, ect. I have used granddaughters different colored finger nail polish to mark the remotes, mice and keyboard, with their respective receiver adapter.

[bluesmanuk]

Everyone complains about the included IR remotes, but I use the stock remotes from most of my boxes when using Kodi. Most of my newer boxes have a very good range and direction, ex. I test by pointing to the ceiling and 90 degrees each direction to see how they work, most of my boxes pass. One problem I have encountered is that some of my IR remotes control several of these boxes, which is a pain for me, because I have 9 different boxes connected to my AVR. Don't get me wrong, my coffee table is full of different keyboards, mice and air mice, ect. I have used granddaughters different colored finger nail polish to mark the remotes, mice and keyboard, with their respective receiver adapter.

Sounds like you could benefit from a Logitech Harmony.

[prahjister]

I believe it is remote.conf. I can write a script to run from terminal to swap out.