RK292x + RT3188 based miracast HDMI stick firmware

[OverBim]

I just bought this HDMI DLNA / Miracast receiver stick. The model seems to be a "Ugoos UG017" aka "Chromecast MD321" aka "MOCREO iPush M1" aka "HI762 HI763 (Chromecast)" aka "CX-V3" aka "PTV-2R" and possible more names. The hardware is:
- Rockchip RK2928-G @~1GHz
- 256MB DDR3
- 16 MB NAND
- RT3188 WLAN-Chip
- Push-switch to toggle DLNA / Miracast mode

There seems to be a UART available on some test points on the PCB. Any ideas on how to connect to that (settings)?

DLNA through BubbleUPnP is more or less working (skipping seems to lock the stick, playing playlists too), but Miracast is not, at least not on my Xperia L with CyanogenMod 11 / FXP 333.I tried the firmware for the "Pipo X5" and "MOCREO iPush M1" (both ~14MB) and both worked. Both state version "3.0.0-rc2". I would be thrilled if someone could link to a newer (and hopefully more bug-free) version than that...

EDIT: If found a link to a much better firmware (v5.0.0-rc2) for the CX-V3 here. DLNA is much better. Miracast still does not work, but I suppose that's just FXP 333...

 

[lucize]

if someone is interested this firmware allowed me to miracast with a samsung galaxy tab s
tried other firmwares (CR-M200,ugoos-ug017,CX-V3) but only this was updated
http://www.cloudnetgo.com/CR-M200S.htm

Regards

 

[xaxeu]

galaxy tab s

Hi Lucize,
I tried the firmware you posted, but the problem remains: "Impossible to initiate screen mirroring due to a HW problem"
What Android version do you have on your TAB S? Is it a 8.4 or 10.5 version?
Thanks in advance!

 

[perfectswanson]

CR-M200 firmware on WiFi Display Dongle M806 on SM-G900V

if someone is interested this firmware allowed me to miracast with a samsung galaxy tab s
tried other firmwares (CR-M200,ugoos-ug017,CX-V3) but only this was updated
Regards

Thank you so much, lucize! It worked! I was able to miracast with my Galaxy S5 using the built in screen mirroring function. My android version is 4.4.4.

 

[talos_2002]

I got a Tronsmart CX-V3 dongle and I was wondering how to update it, since Tronsmart has -of course- no updates. So tried to find some more clones who could have an update and maybe even the manufacturer.
The latest I managed to find is version 9.0.0, dated 21-4-2015, by Ergotech. Their MD3054 and MD3056 seem to be the same according to the doc file in MD3054's update (8.0.0 rc1) (*1), so I downloaded MD3056's (*2) and flashed it. Sunchip-Tech strongly advices to update the software(*3), so i didn't have any hesitations.
A PDF included in 3056's update as well in the *3 link, indicates that there is OTA update option via the manufacturer (Sunchip-Tech). This means that maybe all Miracast sticks of this manufacturer can be updated directly by Sunchip-Tech. Keep in mind that the menu language will be switched to Chinese after the update, but it can be very easily switched back to English in the settings menu.
Ergotech's download page can be found in link *4.

While searching, I noticed than some RK2928 based Miracast dongles were called Lollipop (not because of Android). I searched a bit more and found Rockchip's user guide for RK2928 wireless HDMI dongles(*5), which calls RK2928 dongles as Lollipop. Seems that the reference Rockchip design is followed by the manufacturers. In that user guide I noticed the settings screen is same as my dongle's, but the main screen picture is different though same to some other RK2928/Lollipop dongles I had seen while searching. So probably there is an other manufacturer who kept the original main screen and maybe has even newer software. I did some more searching and the latest I could find is CloudNet's 3.21.00 (dated 28-5-2015) for CR-M200S. This one has OTA settings too, unveiling its manufacturer is Hotack. I believe it is a newer version than Ergotech's/Sunchip-Tech's version 9.0.0 because it has boot version 1.41 instead of 1.40.
CR-M200S download page is at link *6 and in lucize's post too.

Relatively new firmwares are also available by these companies:
Emtec (emtec-international.com/en-eu/Firmware-F100)
Ugoos (ugoos.net/A3S)

*1 drive.google.com/file/d/0B3bETZxL2iACYXdvV2VIdVh4dUU/view
*2 drive.google.com/file/d/0B3bETZxL2iACRXRZWndNRDRwZmM/view
*3 ergotech.com.tw/tw/newsdetail.aspx?id=106
*4 ergotech.com.tw/tw/Download_detail.aspx?key=
*5 upload.sunsky-online.com/res/drivers/S-EAT-0179.pdf
*6 cloudnetgo.com/CR-M200S.htm

 

[OverBim]

I did some more searching and the latest I could find is CloudNet's 3.21.00 (dated 28-5-2015) for CR-M200S. This one has OTA settings too, unveiling its manufacturer is Hotack. I believe it is a newer version than Ergotech's/Sunchip-Tech's version 9.0.0 because it has boot version 1.41 instead of 1.40.
CR-M200S download page is at link *6 and in lucize's post too.
*6 cloudnetgo.com/CR-M200S.htm

I can approve that the CR-M200S firmware you linked works quite well. Have you tried the OTA update too?

 

[cypriot]

Latest firmware (MD3056PW 3/sept/15) is from ergotech. Version 10. However there is no dlna subtitle support yet. I am waiting for this firmware to appear soon. None of the firmwares support subtitles over dlna. There is a metadata code that can be used on the firmware to support subs. My nas network disk (twonky server) supports metadata as most do. I am using version 10 without any problems. The only other problem I have is my tablets resolution which is not supported, 1280x 800, which gives me black borders on the sides on the casting TV (when on landscape). I have tried all firmwares with the same result.

There is a metadata code in ezcast forum that they have used to display subtitles over dlna which I am not allowed to post.

Also I have managed to use kodi/xbmc to display videos over dlna but no subs support again. There is a YouTube video and files you need in order to accomplish this.

 

[Kabeern]

Latest firmware (MD3056PW 3/sept/15) is from ergotech. Version 10. However there is no dlna subtitle support yet. I am waiting for this firmware to appear soon. None of the firmwares support subtitles over dlna. There is a metadata code that can be used on the firmware to support subs. My nas network disk (twonky server) supports metadata as most do. I am using version 10 without any problems. The only other problem I have is my tablets resolution which is not supported, 1280x 800, which gives me black borders on the sides on the casting TV (when on landscape). I have tried all firmwares with the same result.

There is a metadata code in ezcast forum that they have used to display subtitles over dlna which I am not allowed to post.

Also I have managed to use kodi/xbmc to display videos over dlna but no subs support again. There is a YouTube video and files you need in order to accomplish this.

I tried this vs the CR-M200S firmware, and the CR-M200S firmware is still the best imo. With my iphone that is the only one where mirroring works, and it seems to be less buggy.
Still awaiting a new better update than the CR-M200S . Youtube doesnt work with any of them!

 

[lokura]

have someone tried mirroring wich this device on wp 8.1?

 

[cypriot]

have someone tried mirroring wich this device on wp 8.1?

I also have the same problem. WiDi of windows 8.1 (with supported hardware) does not work with the Chinese miracast dongle RK2928. I get the message:
Your HD digital display device did not supply the required identification data (EDID)

 

[lokura]

I found this site from sunchip, they say its workin on win 8.1 http://www.sunchip-tech.com/prod_view.aspx?TypeId=12&Id=71&FId=t3:12:3
on the screen captures you can see the firmware versión is 6.0.0 rc3, Im looking for it now in order to test.

 

[lokura]

working on wp 8.1 witch the soft from ugoos.net/A3S

 

[cypriot]

working on wp 8.1 witch the soft from ugoos.net/A3S

Thanks. I will try this too.

I was able to test ergotech v10 firmware. After extensive tests It only worked with WIDI 3.5.41.0 driver. None of the latest intel WIDI drivers worked.

I will try to install ugoos firnmware to see if it works with latest intel WiDi drivers.

Thanks.

Update
Ugos A3S does not work on my Lenovo T420 laptop and Widi Intel 4.3.4.0 (((( I get the same message as before.

Update:
No firmware works with latest WiDi driver.

The only WiDi driver which works with any rk2928 firmware (I tried 3 firmwares) is 3.5.41.0.

Hardware:
Intel i5-2520M VPro
Intel Processor Graphics 3000 HD
Intel Centrino Ultimate-N 6300 WiFi

Drivers
Graphic 9.17.10.4229
Wireless: 15.18.0.1

Software
WiDi application 3.5.41.0 installed 4.3.4.0 recommended (by intel widi update tool but is not working)..

 

[cypriot]

The rk2928 firmware is miracast dlna airplay compatible, without any subtitle support over dlna.

For summary if you want widi support under windows 8 (8.1) then for me only intel widi 3.5.41.0 driver is working.

Also if you want dlna support under windows 8.1 it is possible. Samsung did produce a allshare excellent application which they have now discontinued, and is working like charm under windows 8.1.

Search google and download the Samsung allshare with version: 2.1.0.12031.10 (also called 2.1.0.12031_10)

Last point. For me ergotech V10 is the best firmware on Rk2928 dongle (as I have tested. My dongle used to display a connection name: lollipop)

 

[Kabeern]

ios9 airplay

Since ios9 update on iphone Airplay does not work on these dongles any more! and none of the firmware.
The latest firmware located on the ergo-tech website (ergotech.com.tw/tw/Download_detail.aspx?key= firmware v.11.0.0 and 3.0.0 here) claims that it supports ios9, but i have tried ios9.0.2 and 9.1 on these with iphone and it does not work.

Does anyone know a way of getting ios9 airplay to work?


There is a RK2928 dongle which claims to have ios9 support, the Visonicom RealCast VMD-RK156 realcastptv.com/tag/WiFi-display-dongle-Rockchip-RK2928) but i cannot find a firmware download for it.

 

[cypriot]

Since ios9 update on iphone Airplay does not work on these dongles any more! and none of the firmware.
The latest firmware located on the ergo-tech website (ergotech.com.tw/tw/Download_detail.aspx?key= firmware v.11.0.0 and 3.0.0 here) claims that it supports ios9, but i have tried ios9.0.2 and 9.1 on these with iphone and it does not work.

Firmware 3.0 disables the wifi. So it does not work.

Firmware 11 has problem with the quality. Frames are skipping and video picture gets distorted.

I have tested firmware 11 extensively it is has flaws in video quality. Only ergotech firmware 10 works flawlessly.

I am back on firmware 10.

Tested hardware: miracast rk2928, Lenovo T420 with windows 8.1, intel HD 3000 graphics card, and widi 3.5.41.0 and intel centrino ultimate N-6300 and KODI (xbmc)..

 

[alesul]

Dear Friends I am in ingrate and desperate situation, I have a briked device m806 black one with antenna, I have Prepare IDB Fail no boot and i try 50 time to flash nothing,I make 2pin shortcut and I have blue square in RK BATCH TOOL 1.7 ,but when i push RESTORE button IDB fail erorr continous! Any advice please,I have a briked device!

 

[rgbguy]

Dear Friends I am in ingrate and desperate situation, I have a briked device m806 black one with antenna, I have Prepare IDB Fail no boot and i try 50 time to flash nothing,I make 2pin shortcut and I have blue square in RK BATCH TOOL 1.7 ,but when i push RESTORE button IDB fail erorr continous! Any advice please,I have a briked device!

If you are using Windows 8.1 or 10, try flashing your device with windows 7.

 

[alesul]

I try with 7 and nothing!

 

[alesul]

any help???