Tronsmart MK908 Google Android 4.1 Mini PC TV Box RK3188 Quad Core 2G/8G BT Black

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Relco

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The question was if the USB hub the Ethernet adapter is connected to is powered... it should be, because the dongle probably can not provide enough power for the adapter to work propperly.

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I beg your pardon sorry I muss understood, the usb adapter was, is plugged direct in to the side of the MK908 tv stick so would pick up power from that, i assume

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Yes it probably is not putting out enough power. Try a powered hub.can grab one on Amazon for fifteen bucks

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Hi guys
I tried to put this USB adapter through a 1amp powered hub, still no joy it does exactly the same thing as if I where plugging it direct in to the MK908.
The USB adapter flickers away like Christmas Tree lights showing data movement but the Mk908 won't allow me to keep the Ethernet switched on, it still instantly turns back off.
I'm starting to think this is a driver problem


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Hi guys
I tried to put this USB adapter through a 1amp powered hub, still no joy it does exactly the same thing as if I where plugging it direct in to the MK908.
The USB adapter flickers away like Christmas Tree lights showing data movement but the Mk908 won't allow me to keep the Ethernet switched on, it still instantly turns back off.
I'm starting to think this is a driver problem


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What firmware do u have installed? Probably try to reflash your firmware, i had a bad flash once and had similar effects on Bluetooth plus screen went off for a second frequently...

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What firmware do u have installed? Probably try to reflash your firmware, i had a bad flash once and had similar effects on Bluetooth plus screen went off for a second frequently...

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Hi FadeFx
Sorry for the late reply but ive been quite busy with work, but all details are as follows.

Android Version
4.2.2

Kernel Version
3.0.36+
rjh-V-103j2#72
Sat Jul 13 10.46:48 CST2013

Vendor Software Version
102j2 15-07-2013

I hope this helps

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Check the freaktab forum, there is a new stock Firmware available that seems to solve a lot of issues with mk908v3 sticks

http://www.FreakTab.com/showthread.php?t=7205

Or even better the new finless rom

http://www.FreakTab.com/showthread.php?t=7354

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Thank you very much for your help, I hope this solves my problem
I shall go learn how to flash this MK908, I have clockwork ready installed on this and im guessing its not that much different from flashing my tablet.
I kinda fluffed my way through that installing Cyanogenmod.....Badly ;) but then sussed it
I looked at both options and would prefer a 1080 res, and rewriting the build to allow this in finless rom is a little beyond me at this moment.
Thanks again for your help

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Thank you very much for your help, I hope this solves my problem
I shall go learn how to flash this MK908, I have clockwork ready installed on this and im guessing its not that much different from flashing my tablet.
I kinda fluffed my way through that installing Cyanogenmod.....Badly ;) but then sussed it
I looked at both options and would prefer a 1080 res, and rewriting the build to allow this in finless rom is a little beyond me at this moment.
Thanks again for your help

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Changing build.prop is as easy as editing a text file just find the two lines and change the values at the end.

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Changing build.prop is as easy as editing a text file just find the two lines and change the values at the end.

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I used to edit Xml files many years ago for use with my old original chipped xbox using programmers notepad, but that was a long time ago.
Ive pretty much got to learn all again, little steps as Ive got to build some bravery for flashing this 908 ;)

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any updates on this device please?

http://www.in4dealz.com/deals/Trons...i-PC-TV-Dongle-HDD-Player-2G-8G-Black-601058/

is this the cheapest available to buy online? thanks

hows the wifi streaming of 1080p videos/mkv files? thanks

I recommend you to either buy a cx-919 or an mk-908II which have both external wifi antennas and no wifi issues like the 908 is plagued with. Also you should order a 3000ma power supply with it to use instead of the 2000 stock one as these devices occassionally need more power.

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I recommend you to either buy a cx-919 or an mk-908II which have both external wifi antennas and no wifi issues like the 908 is plagued with. Also you should order a 3000ma power supply with it to use instead of the 2000 stock one as these devices occassionally need more power.

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how bout a cheap quad core one that can be easily rooted and runs wired ethernet, i bought one of those mini usb to lan ethernet adapters for 5 bucks, 1080p streaming is not a must but i dont want a slow lagging android o/s, im used to the fast nexus 7 fhd! thanks
 

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Most weekness of the mk-908 is wifi, especially in combination with bluetooth. If u use it with usb2lan adapter, there should be no problem if thw power supply is good enough.

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Most weekness of the mk-908 is wifi, especially in combination with bluetooth. If u use it with usb2lan adapter, there should be no problem if thw power supply is good enough.

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I just ordered the MK908. I want to use a lan2usb for internet. Is a 5V3A adapter (I can't find one on ebay) for the MK908 enough to make the lan2usb adapter work on the usb port? Or is it better to buy a selfpowered usb hub and use that one for the lan2usb?
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Actually i think the usb hub would be the best option, but i think the supply should be enough as well. Please report back after testing how it goes for you...

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MK908 Flash player update

Hi everyone,

I got the MK908 a couple of weeks ago and I have issues when trying to watch some flash player stream from the web.
The MK908 comes with flash player 11.1 and from what I understood I need 11.9.
There is any way to update the Flash player on this thing or any ROM with newer version of Flash player?
 

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Hi everyone,

I got the MK908 a couple of weeks ago and I have issues when trying to watch some flash player stream from the web.
The MK908 comes with flash player 11.1 and from what I understood I need 11.9.
There is any way to update the Flash player on this thing or any ROM with newer version of Flash player?

I have one flashplayer that installs well, but latest one i also use on my i9300 does not install. Unfortunately i am not at home, so i can not send you the version that works. However, you can try hubi app from playstore to relay the link to a player of your choice (google video player, mx player or what works best for me dice player).

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got the 908II yesterday, but after a couple of minutes of usage it just force-closes and restarts. tried it a 5-6 times..and the same answer. any help? shall i try a custom rom? it was a present so no clue about warranty.
how can I make a master reset, in order to return to factory settings?
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    Hi, I've order one and it have already 4.2.2, but Ive got a few problems, like reboots, choppy mp4 video play :(, can anyone help me?

    Go to www.freaktab.com and search there, you will find some help...

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    i just ordered this from amazon.com
    http://www.amazon.com/Tronsmart-MK9...&qid=1366656446&sr=1-3-catcorr&keywords=mk908


    TronSmart™- Android TV Box
    This is quad core TV box armed with with Quad Core Rockchip RK3188 and Quad Core Mali 400 GPU.

    Specification
    - OS: Google Android 4.1 (Flash 11.X?HTML5)
    - CPU: Rk3188 Quad Core 1.6ghz, max 1.8Ghz(maximum data from manufacturer for CPU - only) (Cortex-A9)
    - GPU: Quad Core Mali 400
    - RAM: DDR3 2GB; ROM: On board NAND Flash 8G (Android system itself and other user data will take some space)
    - Expand Micro SD: Micro SD Card/ T-Flash(Maximum support 32GB)
    - Video Format: WMV/ASF/MP4/3GP/3G2M4V/AVI/MJPEG/RV10/DivX/VC-1/MPEG-2/MPEG-4/H.263/H.264/1280*720P HD 30 fps, 1080P/720*480 D1 30fps
    - Audio Format: Support: MP3/WMA/APE/FLAC/AAC/OGG/AC3/WAV
    - Picture Format: Support: Max.8000x8000 JPEG BMP GIF PNG
    - WIFI: support 802.11 b/g/n
    - Bluetooth: Bluetooth v4.0
    - Output: MINI HDMI Port
    - Dimension: 88mm * 31.5mm * 15.8mm
    - DC: 5V 2A
    - Weight: <50g - Storage environment: -20°C--60°C, 10%--90% Humidity

    Ports
    - 1*Mini USB,Support OTG/HOST ( USB port RJ45)
    - 1*standard USB
    - 1*Mini USB For charging
    - 1*TF card slot
    - 1*Blue LED(When connect to power
    1*Physical botton(For upgrading software)

    Package Includes
    - 1*Tronsmart MK908
    - 1*charger
    - 1*hdmi cable
    - 1*micro usb cable
    - 1*otg cable
    - 1*user manual
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    i bought this 2 weeks back, everything's working fine so far.
    fast and snappy.
    only thing i find weird is that there is not soft power off button. i switch the device of by yanking the power cable out. dont really feel comfortable about that.

    eagerly waiting for 4.2.2!!

    New ROM (experimental) is released since 27-05-2013. Its on geekbuying I think. (no time to search the link atm)

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    Hi guys.

    I have Tronsmart Mk908 couple days and I'm pretty satisfied. I need solve some small issue and I hope you can help me with.
    the 1st thing is sound output. Because I have only pc monitor with hdmi input, but without capability to play sound from hdmi source, my issue is obvious - how to get sound from minipc? I've seen somewhere (pls don't ask me where, I really don't remember) about USB sound adapter, what should work. cheap and nice solution. I already bought this - bit.ly/10wlWEw, but it's doesn't work. Probably need some software, or drivers...
    So - any idea of working and not expensive solution?
    2nd thing is keyboard/mouse. I've also seen some Rii, KP-810 or Lenovo mini keyboards, but all of them have limits and are compromise in comfort of using. Any better idea?

    Thanks for any valuable help, I will really appreciated. :fingers-crossed:

    In the new ROM USB audio is working supposedly. So it should work with that ROM.
    The way I'm fixing this is a bit different because of my setup. I've got a HDMI switcher coming wich also outputs SPDIF. (Got several HDMI-devices and a AMP & beamer for wich I need the correct inputs.)
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    New ROM (experimental) is released since 27-05-2013. Its on geekbuying I think. (no time to search the link atm)

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    In the new ROM USB audio is working supposedly. So it should work with that ROM.
    The way I'm fixing this is a bit different because of my setup. I've got a HDMI switcher coming wich also outputs SPDIF. (Got several HDMI-devices and a AMP & beamer for wich I need the correct inputs.)

    HI. New ROM installed, USB sound adapter working!!! Thanks!
    And what about keyboard/touchpad set? Frined have some bluetooth, but have difficulty to be more than 2-3 metres from minipc, can't catch signal for such distance.