[GUIDE] Android 8 API27 SUPERMOD for YT9216BF YT9216CFJ YT9216BJ YT9216BFJ YT9216CJ - root, Viper4Android, TWRP, Custom UI, brick recovery and more

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TheKamlot

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That is because your head unit is not compatible. Also the process you described to get the communication going is the key indicator that something is off.

I suggest you restore your backup.

We can try to troubleshoot it after if you can share high resolution pics of the motherboard back and front
Funny is that when i installed all user regions (without bootloader), radio normaly normaly boot that version. Maybe I'm wrong but it looks like one of setting or something is just stored in different area which brick device when it's from original rom.
 

TheKamlot

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I'm sorry that it took so long but i didn't have enough time to moved it to place where i had internet, unfortunelty I had enough to kill CPU on it (LCD flex slipped and killed it, short on 12V, when i tried power unit directly by 1V (just in case) then CPU gets how), but before it I found which partition/sector or how you call it i need to turn on this radio with that system. Everything was working fine when i also installed ODMDTBO sector with SYSTEM,VENDOR and BOOT. Thanks everybody for time and below i sending pictures on imgur of that chinese pice of ****.

 

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I'm sorry that it took so long but i didn't have enough time to moved it to place where i had internet, unfortunelty I had enough to kill CPU on it (LCD flex slipped and killed it, short on 12V, when i tried power unit directly by 1V (just in case) then CPU gets how), but before it I found which partition/sector or how you call it i need to turn on this radio with that system. Everything was working fine when i also installed ODMDTBO sector with SYSTEM,VENDOR and BOOT. Thanks everybody for time and below i sending pictures on imgur of that chinese pice of ****.


I'm not sure I understood. Do you still need help?
 

algupta81

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I performed the 1st FIRMWARE flash step on my headunit which is a YT9216CJ unit with 2GB/32 A7 1.3 UNIT after taking backup. After flashing and reboot, the screen came up whitish with light background image of old launcher visible and late it faded away and everything was white. Flowed the steps from drivers install to the backup part and using flash tool as suggested in steps. Tried 2 times but same.

Later had to reflash my old stock rom back to make the system run as before.

Please suggest and also please confirm if i can use the other steps for TWRP,root, viper and boot animation on my stock rom ?
 
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ExtremeMOD

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I performed the 1st FIRMWARE flash step on my headunit which is a YT9216CJ unit with 2GB/32 A7 1.3 UNIT after taking backup. After flashing and reboot, the screen came up whitish with light background image of old launcher visible and late it faded away and everything was white. Flowed the steps from drivers install to the backup part and using flash tool as suggested in steps. Tried 2 times but same.

Later had to reflash my old stock rom back to make the system run as before.

Please suggest and also please confirm if i can use the other steps for TWRP,root, viper and boot animation on my stock rom ?

Sorry to hear that but we'll try to help you. Please share pictures of the following (example pics attached):
1. System Info screen
System Info.png

2. Android Info screen with kernel
Android Info kernel.jpg
3. Back and front of your head unit
Universal Android Head Unit - front.png Universal Android Head Unit - rear.png

4. Motherboard back and front (High Resolution if possible)

XAuto pcb front.jpg XAuto pcb back.jpg
5. Sticker on the white connector
XYauto version sticker.jpg
6. Motherboard version
XAuto pcb version.jpg
 

algupta81

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Sorry to hear that but we'll try to help you. Please share pictures of the following (example pics attached):
1. System Info screen
View attachment 5435211

2. Android Info screen with kernel
View attachment 5435209
3. Back and front of your head unit
View attachment 5435213 View attachment 5435215

4. Motherboard back and front (High Resolution if possible)

View attachment 5435219 View attachment 5435217
5. Sticker on the white connector
View attachment 5435223
6. Motherboard version
View attachment 5435221
Hope these pics help..
 

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ExtremeMOD

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Hope these pics help..
Thank you. Excellent pictures.

Okay so here's what you can try - when flashing firmware, only tick "Android" or "System" box and also Vendor". Nothing else.

Make sure to use the scatter file you created for your head unit in previous steps (with WwR MTK).

Also, would you be willing to share your BOOT1 file with me for development purposes?

We can also create this for you, i.e your unique preloader and scatter file if you need help.
 

algupta81

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Thank you. Excellent pictures.

Okay so here's what you can try - when flashing firmware, only tick "Android" or "System" box and also Vendor". Nothing else.

Make sure to use the scatter file you created for your head unit in previous steps (with WwR MTK).

Also, would you be willing to share your BOOT1 file with me for development purposes?

We can also create this for you, i.e your unique preloader and scatter file if you need help.
1. I used BOOT too in addition to selecting Vendor and System/Android as per steps shared when flashing but will try flashing again with BOOT not selected
2. I used the Scatter file extracted as part of backup process before flashing the new rom. The WWr MTK 2.50 was not downloadable so i used Mtk 2.51

In this 3rd step as per PDF (Make a copy of the scatter file and preloader file that you created in previous step and paste it into 1. Firmware/…/ YT9216BF_6.2v3.5_02.05.2021 folder, overwriting those files in the folder) no Scatter or Preloader files were present in the downloaded ROM folder from the link shared.

3. Sure I am ok to share my BOOT1 file soon if it doesn't contain any personal data from the unit :)
4. In case it doesn't work, I will let you know and request for preloader or scatter file creation.

Thanks for getting back on this. Will share the update and details soon.
 

ExtremeMOD

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1. I used BOOT too in addition to selecting Vendor and System/Android as per steps shared when flashing but will try flashing again with BOOT not selected
2. I used the Scatter file extracted as part of backup process before flashing the new rom. The WWr MTK 2.50 was not downloadable so i used Mtk 2.51

In this 3rd step as per PDF (Make a copy of the scatter file and preloader file that you created in previous step and paste it into 1. Firmware/…/ YT9216BF_6.2v3.5_02.05.2021 folder, overwriting those files in the folder) no Scatter or Preloader files were present in the downloaded ROM folder from the link shared.

3. Sure I am ok to share my BOOT1 file soon if it doesn't contain any personal data from the unit :)
4. In case it doesn't work, I will let you know and request for preloader or scatter file creation.

Thanks for getting back on this. Will share the update and details soon.

BOOT1 doesn't contain any personal data. I deliberately removed preloader and scatter files from some of the software packages to ensure users don't brick their units.

USER_ROM file without personal data can be created if you first run a full factory reset on your head unit and then create the memory dump. I will need this file to create your scatter. If you decide to share it, make sure to archive it first (zip file) and then I can provide you with our server upload link, or you can share it by Google Drive or similar.
 

algupta81

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BOOT1 doesn't contain any personal data. I deliberately removed preloader and scatter files from some of the software packages to ensure users don't brick their units.

USER_ROM file without personal data can be created if you first run a full factory reset on your head unit and then create the memory dump. I will need this file to create your scatter. If you decide to share it, make sure to archive it first (zip file) and then I can provide you with our server upload link, or you can share it by Google Drive or similar.
Thanks for the response. Is using WwR_MTK 2.51 ok or can we use 2.40 also as 2.50 was not downloadable ?
 

RandCat

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Followed directions to a T, 3 times including installing the MediaTek drivers. Cannot get SP Flash Tool to run the memory test. This head unit has a built in USB port on the front so I'm not using one of the 4 or 6 pin usb adapters on the back. Is that why I'm having trouble?
 

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    Hi all,

    If you want to greatly improve the way your head unit works, sounds and looks like - you've come to the right place!

    Why install this?
    With this package you will greatly improve:
    • Stability
    • Speed
    • User Interface
    • Sound tweaking options
    • Customisation options
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    • ON PHYSICAL BUTTONS: this software has only been tested on head units with no physical buttons (like volume) | Before making any changes, access the CAR SETTINGS -> FACTORY SETTINGS -> ENCODER SETTINGS on your head unit and take a screenshot of the current settings (see example below). After installing the package, go back to these settings and adjust them if needed. If that doesn't help and if you can't successfully re-calibrate the buttons after installing the firmware, restore your backup

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    Disclaimer
    I do not create the software itself but rather use research and put together different mods and hacks into one package that includes very user-friendly step-by-step instructions on how to install it all. You will find the links to original posts in the instructions pdf's if credit is due. The software might include smaller changes made by me and has been fully tested in real units.

    This firmware works on the following 1Gb RAM and 2 Gb RAM units with fake Android 8.1, 9.0, 9.1, 10 and Android 11 installed, with screen resolution of 1024x600 px. It will not work on Tesla-style units:

    - YT9216BF | YT9216CFJ | YT9216BJ | YT9216BFJ | YT9216CJ

    !! TAKE A PICTURE OF YOUR SYSTEM INFO AND KERNEL VERSION BEFORE DOING ANYTHING TO YOUR HEAD UNIT !!


    Screenshot_20181015-082542.png 20210805092140.jpg

    The zip file package contains:
    • Modified firmware - courtesy of Stranger21UFA @ 4PDA (link to the original post)
    • TWRP (separate folders for 1GB and 2GB RAM units)
    • Root via Magisk
    • Viper4Android
    • Car Launcher
    • Boot Animation
    • SEPARATE INSTRUCTIONS ARE INCLUDED IN EVERY FOLDER

    >>>> ALWAYS BACKUP YOUR UNIT BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES TO IT <<<<

    !! IMPORTANT !!

    This is a fairly advanced installation process and will require you to follow the individual guides included in the software package - to the letter. Failing to do so, will (in "best" case) result in a slow and buggy head unit and in the worse case - brick it altogether.​


    DOWNLOAD
    YT9216BF * YT9216CFJ * YT9216BJ * YT9216BFJ * YT9216CJ - supermod software package & drivers

    STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE (upgrading from working stock firmware):
    1. DO NOT SKIP ANY STEPS, AND INSTALL EVERYTHING IN THE CORRECT ORDER. STEPS 5 AND 6 ARE MOST CRITICAL.

    2. Proceed to download the software package for your unit and the drivers package in the same folder

    3. It's highly recommended to do these upgrades with your unit connected on your desktop, rather than in the car. Video Guide

    4. Install the Mediatek & ADB drivers on your Windows computer. Video Guide - use the same principle for ADB drivers.

    5. Backup your current system by exporting a full memory dump. Video Guide

    6. Import back your memory dump from step-5 to ensure it fully works. This is how.

    7. Install the package. Separate instructions are included in every folder of the downloaded zip file. Follow them by the order.

    IF THIS SOFTWARE PACKAGE HAS BRICKED YOUR HEAD UNIT AND YOU HAVE YOUR BACKUP AVAILABLE, follow the steps below:
    1. DO NOT SKIP ANY STEPS, AND INSTALL EVERYTHING IN THE CORRECT ORDER.

    2. It's highly recommended to do these upgrades with your unit connected on your desktop, rather than in the car. Video Guide

    3. Install the Mediatek & ADB drivers on your Windows computer. Video Guide - use the same principle for ADB drivers - (download link is in the video description)

    4. Watch this video on Test Point recovery

    5. Import back your memory dump. This is how.

    6. If successful - try to install the software package again or stay with your original one

    IF THIS SOFTWARE PACKAGE HAS BRICKED YOUR HEAD UNIT AND YOU HAVE NO BACKUP AVAILABLE, follow the steps below:
    1. Share the pictures of your System Info and Kernel in this thread and we'll try to help you



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    This post is being frequently updated and you'll find more guides and mods in our signature​

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    ** IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO RESTORE YOUR UNIT, PLEASE CONSIDER DONATING IT TO US @ ExtremeMOD, SO WE CAN BUILD MORE MODS AND TUTORIALS


    Thanks! And if this post is helpful to you please don't forget to "like" it.

    Enjoy!​


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    Below post is to show my respect & appreciation to iceblue1980 and in addition to share my experience that had for a few days while trying to make my unit better with above firmware.

    As I downloaded firmware package, I chose not to follow his guide by letter & skip a few steps, for example & most important, not to take full back up of memory.
    Then disaster followed, as I almost bricked the unit.
    So I turned back to post/s to find solutions. Iceblue1980 was there, day & night responding to me & sending me several alternatives to try.
    He even volunteered to fix my unit by sending it to him without any money even if he had to spend valuable time for it.
    Finally, after several attempts & lots of files / firmwares / guides he sent me the gold package & we made it work !!!

    I carefully followed his last guide by letter & that was it.

    Now my unit is back to life & even better than ever.

    This guy is awesome & I personally thank him so much.

    To all members, PLS FOLLOW author's
    guides BY LETTER EVERYTIME to avoid surprises !!!!
    AND
    Don't forget to thank the people who are there for you day or night.
    They use lot of their personal time to be there for you & that is priceless !!

    :) :) :) :)
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    I flashed this on my YT9216BJ and everything flashed 100%, but when I went to reboot I got nothing. It looks like the unit isn't turning on at all. There is a blue LED on the board that is lit up when I connect power. Any ideas as to what went wrong?

    Sorry to hear that. Please try the following steps:

    1. Completely disconnect your head unit from power, start Flash Tool as Administrator and execute the command: Format+ALL including deleting the bootloader

    2. Run the steps from "Brick Recovery" starting with Step-6.

    If the above doesn't work - revert back to your original firmware by restoring your backup. Share your System Info screen found in Car Settings as well as your build.prop file and we'll have a look.

    Make sure the USB cable is properly attached. The firmware update should not take more than 20 min. If it does, it indicates a bad cable/connection.
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    View attachment 5405715my board is this where is the recovery pin ? And where I conect an antenna for wifi

    These are the recovery test points:

    IMG-20210909-WA0006.jpeg

    The Wifi/BT antenna mod is shown here, however I plan to post a proper guide on this particular mod in the future.
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    The method I had to use slightly differs from everything I have read.

    1.) I wired a toggle switch to my positive lead. Left it in the off position (no power to head unit)

    You could share a picture of your soldered button. Some folks here might find it helpful :)

    I'm thinking of making a guide going for a permanent mod, where the soldered tactile SMD button will be accessible through a small hole in the back of the head unit (similar to how you access the RESET button). That way you can use a 'needle' to short the test points, rather than picking the unit apart every time.