Clicker beta a remote control app for your wdtv live smp. Wdtv live custom firmware installation guide youtube. Tftp that xmod to your switch just like you were downloading another image version, for example download image code after you download the file, use the command run. A simple application that send remote command to your wdtv live box using wdlxtv firmware by b rad using telnet. I recommend for normal functionality of a plugin an firmware 1. A isocso generated from your umd importing madden 12 graphics to previous maddens. A simple application that send remote command to your wdtv live box using wdlxtv firmware by brad using telnet. Ive seen little bits about mojo and brad, but im not sure what to try. The posts ive found from search seem to mostly mention the wd tv live or the hub. This is because the wdtvlx firmware version number 1.
I have an old wd tv live plus with wdlxtv on it and a new wd tv live smp. Wdbgxt0000nbk 01 firmware update abc firmware download. Personally, i have no issue with brads custom a firmware but i have had several people request that i put this together and understandably things dont always work the same for. This zip file includes everything you will need to upgrade your wdtv 1st or 2nd generation to brads custom firmware. It is a similar environment when you install ddwrt firmware on a. Firmware has been updated, including support for movie sheets. Brads firmware, yes, western digitals firmware, no. The soupedup firmware apparently allows one to plug usb ethernet sticks ive had one of those lying around in my desk drawer for years into the wd tv and mounts its connected drives onto the network among other additional features.
Oct 15, 2015 im sick of my tired firmware and would like to update to a custom firmware. Wd lx tv is a souped up unofficial firmware for the western digital wdtv. Video hack the wdtv into a networked snazzy media player. However, as the system is linux based were obviously free to tinker with it as we see fit i believe so let the games commence. I hit the reset button with the device on and it doesnt do anything. You have done a great job, by the way, many thanks brad. How to restore your wdtv to factory firmware romans tech. I dont know why you installed the wdlxtv firmware but i can tell you the newer wd media player is pretty. Wdtv live custom firmware movie sheets, synopsis, covers. How to unlock hidden features in wdtv live technology. Its goal is to add a lot of new features on top of what is already provided by wd, such as movie sheets, bittorrent, streaming from external online sources, and a lot more. Last night it did the firmware update and i noticed one of the changes was the grid ui, but didnt read what the other changes were.
Wdtv live like popcorn hour, but half the price the. If you are looking for a homebrew firmware for the wdtv gen2, then check the firmware releases section on the forum report any problems and find tutorialshowtos at forum. How to restore your wdtv to factory firmware romans tech help. The wd tv streaming media player is considered gen3 this is the box that has. A lot of credit here goes to brad and reeshmd23 for the idea and knowledge. The previous owner was using it with custom firmware b rad. After trade compliance has passed, you will be emailed a link to download the xmod.
The wd tv can be placed on a network via an unofficial firmware upgrade available from brad. Wdbgxt0000nbk firmware, wdbgxt0000nbk firmware update. Aug 25, 2009 western digital recently released a media player that attaches to your tv and allows you to play hd media straight from an external usb drive to the television. It enables a wide range of extra functionality which is missing from the official firmware, such as bittorrent, webserver, nzb, ssh, ftp, nfs, etc. This is the custom thread for those wishing to implement the custom firmware for the wd tv live, as written by brad. Cfw wdtv live custom firmware wdtvlive download torrent wdtv live. Brad wdlxtv a enhanced wdtv firmware just download the binary firmware file and place it in the root of a usb stick and reboot the wdtv. If you are looking for a custom firmware for the original wdtv check here. Before you begin, you will need to download the appropriate zip file.
He doesnt have the drive anymore, and i cant find the firmware version online anymore. Jailbreak the apple tv 2 using the iphone devteams pwnagetool or firecores seas0npass mac only. Im sick of my tired firmware and would like to update to a custom firmware. It is based off of an official firmware, but with many extra features. Brad wdtv live plus lidultmalpowsthec brad wdtv live plus. Wd lx tv liveplus is souped up unofficial firmware for the western digital wd tv live and wdtv live plus. You may want to restore your wdtv to the latest factory firmware i. The new custom firmware for wdtv live from brad april 2010 now working with movie sheets on the wdtv live various different types other. In this first article on the wd tv i will cover how to install a custom firmware called wdlxtv by brad and how to get it setup. Can the wd tv be networkable with firmware upgrade. The premiere forum for discussion about every aspect of wdtv homebrew, wdlxtv, hacking, and enhancing all models of western digital wdtv media player devices.
This video will show you step by step on how to install custom firmware and psychos live osd theme. It does not add or fix any issues with the wd, it is a custom firmware with features added for a very specific market and advanced users for interface with a pc but the wdlive is the same, same formats support, same. But if this update has added miracast, running apps from usb, etc, then what can the brand new wd tv do that the wd tv live cant. We just tested this on my buddys wdtv running brads custom firmware, and a conventional external hd. I dont know why you installed the wdlxtv firmware but i can tell you the newer wd media player is pretty good. How install a custom firmware by brad on a wdtv live plus new channel for the tgs live shows. The following pack contains the nfs functionality that was necessarily removed from wdlxtv0. This is a permanent flash, just like an official upgrade. Brad wdtv live homebrew firmware development updated4. You can write a custom app that basically launches an html page.
Clemery is a set of templates for making images in thumbgen, thumbgen is a piece of software that creates backdrop images that the wdtv can display,if its modded with brad firmware. This firmware is being released along with the launch of the community. Wd lx tvliveplus is souped up unofficial firmware for the western digital wd tv live and wdtv live plus. How to unlock hidden features in wdtv live technology news. It does not add or fix any issues with the wd, it is a custom firmware with features added for a very specific market and advanced users for interface with a pc but the wdlive is the same, same formats support, same bugs, same look, same features, same functionality. When asked if you want to upgrade your firmware, say yes. If you need to download apple tv 2 firmware for whatever reason, do so. Please select your location to view the products, information, and services available, including news, promotions and events. Socalled wdlxtv firmware from brad can be downloaded here. Brad, they released a new firmware for the wdtv i take it this is different than for wdtv live in other words, your firmware is still up to date. When looking at it myself, i didnt see it immediately. If you used nfs the preferred network streaming method with wdlxtv in previous versions then you will need this.
Ill show you were to get the files and how to install them. Download wd tv media player brad wdlxtv firmware 0. Flash your wdtv live streaming, wait for the gpl warning and remove the usb key. Western digital recently released a media player that attaches to your tv and allows you to play hd media straight from an external usb drive to. Wdtv live streaming gen3 homebrew born to be compiled.
The previous owner was using it with custom firmware brad. Rad firmware wd live plus netflix and moviesheets wd tv. This firmware is an option for those whos hardware is stable with zoranders ext3boot, or those who dont do much firmware programming to take advantage of ext3. Please feel free to contribute your queries, experiences and ideas, and lets see how we get on. Netflix is working, plus the webend config configure your options via web. For those older devices, you need an older release of wdlxtv, available here. But one that doesnt get enough attention as i think it should is the wd tv. Im also having trouble finding easy instructions on how to update this so if anyone can reccomend where to find something like this or even a video on how to do it that would be great. B rad s firmware, yes, western digitals firmware, no. We just tested this on my buddys wdtv running b rad s custom firmware, and a conventional external hd.
Wdtv live mods wdtv live mods custom unoffical firmware for the sigma 865x family wdtv live. Clicker beta a remote control app for your wdtv live. Socalled wdlxtv firmware from b rad can be downloaded here. First you need to know if you have a 1st or 2nd generation unit. Wdlxtv is a homebrew firmware developed by the community for the wdtv line of products. The xmod is under governance of us trade restriction and we run a check on the applicant.
The device will not detect the wdlxtv firmware and nothing will happen. It wont work with the older boxes no matter what firmware is on them, as far as i know. This firmware delete the security key from your wdtv live and switch your box in gpl mode. Wdtv hacking 101 ep 1 hacking the live plus youtube. Video hack the wdtv into a networked snazzy media player and. A lot of credit here goes to b rad and reeshmd23 for the idea and knowledge. Hacking the western digital tv media player hackaday. By the way, there are quite a few options for hacking the wdtv. May 16, 2010 this video will show you step by step on how to install b custom firmware and psychos live osd theme. This is the custom thread for those wishing to implement the custom firmware for the wd tv live, as written by b rad. Wdlxtv is a homebrew firmware developed by the community for the wdtv line of products from western digital. Stick the flash drive in the wdtv and do the firmware upgrade.