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[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] Maxx57:
Trying to install eGalax Touch Screen linux driver

I'm trying to install the eGalax Touch Screen driver for Linux 2.6 that came with my liliput 7 inch touch screen. The touch screen is for use in my car. Using the mk802 II or ug808 to replace my audio system. I just need to get the driver installed. The driver installation script is looking for the locations "usr/local" and "usr/bin", but the only "usr" directory I can find is in "system/usr"... I'm not sure if I should use that location and create the local and bin directories there or not. But when I created the usr/local and usr/bin at the same level as system (which is in the "mnt" directory which is also at the same level as "root" directory (btw, I cannot find a "home" directory), the install seemed to work fine using Better Terminal Pro android app with the bash shell. However, when I restarted the device, the "usr" directory that I create was gone, so the driver install was wiped apparently, and the usb HDMI touch screen still does not work... I can post the bash script if that helps. This is the last thing I need to get this to work, then I can have a full Android ICS system in my car. Thanks in advance.

FYI The HDMI works great to view and use a usb mouse or the RII keyboard. they work great. It's just the touch screen input does not work. It used to when I first turned on the device with the touch screen on, but the x-y coordinates were reversed, hence attempting to install the driver. I have ICS compiled from source and may attempt to add the drivers into it and create an img to them load on the mk802 II, but I fear that I'll loose any proprietary hardware drivers that came with the mk802 II.

I also wanted to make a img backup using ROM Manager, but ClockworkMod is not available for the MK802 II. ANy leads on this would help. Been researching and testing this for a month now.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] rscreen:
Ordered on the 26th for 65$ (actually cost £42 through paypal),

they shipped on the 29th (tracking never worked).

And it arrived on the 6th. So quicker than expected.

I've applied the firmware update which was a slightly newer build of 4.1. Mentioned in both these places (applied the tweaked one from deadhp1 for the play store location fix in case needed)

http://blog.geekbuying.com/index.php/2012/11/03/mk808-mini-pc-firmware-update-on-3th-nov/

http://www.armtvtech.com/armtvtechforum/viewtopic.php?f=13&t=53

It now seems to play any avi / mkv / mp4 i've given it (usually on a usb stick or micro SD). It happily plays avi's over the network (using ES file explorer).

Its definitely better than the out of sync UG802 which wasn't quite right and the power lead came out too easily.

I use the custom stock video app (seems to come with most of the RockChip devices) and MX player (it looks a lot nicer)
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] jcps:
I was looking for a device like this one and the reviews are really helpful
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] Maxx57:
Anyone know of GPS that works with these?

Anyone know of GPS (USB or embedded) that works with these? Thanks for your help.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] Avuja:
So confused... it's a USB drive that turns a TV into an Android PC? Does the TV require any special functionality to allow for that?
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] Maxx57:
It is a mini PC that has HDMI output. Your TV must have a vacant HDMI input so you can plug the mini PC into it. My TV supports 1080p. And so I can set the output resolution on the mini PC to 1080p. But it also could be set to 720p as well. These don't come with any display so you have to plug it in to your TV or a monitor that supports HDMI. The audio is pushed through the HDMI as well. To control it you can use a USB mouse and/or USB keyboard. Your cheap wireless mouse will work but the USB ports do not have power to them so I've had to use a powered USB hub to make my wireless keyboard work further than a foot away from the USB dongle for the keyboard. The hub also allows you to plug in other devices like a USB camera. But the ones that work are somewhat limited , be aware. Does that help you understand it?
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] andresrivas:
probably you will need the kernel sources. also, you need root access. that error (directories that get lost after reboot) might be due to yo need to remount the /system partition in rw mode (by default is ro) and perhaps you will neet to do some symlinks on /bin to /system/xbin.

other thing you..must get in considwration is that android is different from linux.. and that you might need to compile the kernel module, such thiing im not sure that is posible from within the device itself...

or.. i just might be way off track, in which case jyst dismiss my answer

Enviado desde mi MB860 usando Tapatalk 2
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] andrewmeyer23:
I'm very interested to know as well, I have an MK808 and would love to add a GPS dongle.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] killerskincanoe:
Anyone know if a headset can be paired over bt for voip calls and or voice commands and search /google now?
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] rscreen:
just so you know it doesn't have built in bluetooth.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] h-guy:
if you need bluetooth google for imito mx1. this one seems to be the best mk808 model so far. i got mine last month but haven't tried bluetooth yet. antutu gives a score around 6500. it's a nice toy to play with on bigscreen tvs.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] cognus:
I read up on this one. Good vid review at http://youtu.be/X8pozwuAq7w

Anyone know the spec diff between this and the MX2?

and is geekbuying the best seller for this device or ???

c

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can anyone comment on this non-support of XBMC for Rockchip? and if not Rockchip, which stick-PC gets it right?

one comment also that I would like more info on is that both iMITO units underperform compared to MK808

"Lack of XBMC support for HD hardware acceleration is a major issue that Rockchip needs to address if they want to keep selling SoC chips to the Stick PC mfgrs. Stick PC makers need 2 take action on this as well and if Rockchip won't play ball, they need to consider alternative SoC. We need more processing power anyway to﻿ get close to current smart-phone level and play the latest 3D games."
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] cognus:
Like to spark some wider discussion of the MK808; you need to see this one:

[I dunno if its ok to post the embedded so just the linkage]:

MK808 - XboX 360 Wireless - Full Games [yes you read it right]

http://youtu.be/Ze3YXXQdiHo

XBMC installed, and a nice kbd/point/etc linked to MK808, full review:

http://youtu.be/mT4NigWYdcA

iMito MK808 version with Bluetooth up/running

http://youtu.be/0hyY6_9SPTo

Note that this one video has garnered over 13,000 views - if you were feeling alone in your pursuit of MK808 devices...;)
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] cognus:
just one more note on this subject: the link is to the busiest Forum/sub-forum-folder I have seen, by far, on the subject of these MK808 & etc 'stick pc's' . i trust its ok to post it as I'm just trying to accumulate the knowledge base http://www.freaktab.com/forumdisplay.php?110-Android-TV-Players
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] Maxx57:
Sure, seems fine to me. Here is some info I am about to explore on adding the driver and configuring the needed files for touch screens to work with the MK802, MK808, UG802, etc. devices. That's all I'm trying to do. Once I get that working I'll post the steps and then give the detail needed for a Arduino integration via usb or bluetooth to obtain GPS and control an fm receiver. Wish me luck:

Google Groups info on what to add and configure to make touch screens work:

message me for the link (won't let me post yet... ridiculous)

Android detail on the .idc file (input device configuration file):

message me for the link (won't let me post yet... ridiculous)

Hope this helps someone out...
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] cognus:
just read something quite interesting - unconfirmed yet but credible source - there's an App somewhere that would implement control of such device [the specific one referenced was the MX1] via android handset. pretty slick if it works... I'll dig some more
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] Maxx57:
Thanks! I've already proved out that I can control the Arduino via Android app and send info back to Android app from Arduino. So that's not a problem. It's just time I'm needing, if you can find a link that will give me extra hours in the day... now that would be awesome! :)
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] cognus:
http://youtu.be/fG15W-pfZDo

This is a review of Neo X5 - basically MK808 in a box so that it has ports for pretty much everything including cat5

Since so many people want to know, first and foremost, "yeah, but does it work with Netflix" - check the vid, right around the 2:30 mark

I'm checking on the ROM in use [he didn't note in his remarks] etc

He remarks in the vid that the Netflix-specific app does use hardware decoding but I have questions about that... maybe someone can help out. I see someone on the comments questioning the veracity of that also -

he was kind enough to post link on things-rooting: screen capture here:
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] bombdog:
Hi guys I have this on order from Amazon: http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00A8FWITI

It says it's an MK809 which I'm curious/worried about as it might not support some of the custom ROMs out there for the MK808.

It looks like it has the same chipset, but from doing some searching on the net I think it may have a more robust WIFI set up than the MK808 and apparently it supports 2.4Ghz controllers/keyboards/mice out of the box (with no dongle).

I suppose my question is, will this MK809 probably run ROMs designed for the MK808..? :confused:

CHIPSET SPECS:

- OS: Android 4.1 Jelly Bean

- CPU: Cortex-A9 Dual Core 1.6Ghz

- RAM: 1GB DDR3

- GPU: Mali 400, 2D/ 3D/ OpenGL ES2.0(AMD Z430)/ OpenVG1.1(AMD Z160) 27M Tri/sec
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] cognus:
dunno. justop is rebranding/store-labeling

probably rikomagic?

I don't see a charger included, which is awfully dicey on these.

i can't find anything that tells me what is actually different. is the maker trying to avoid legal trouble? I don't know that the MK808 moniker is protected but it may be.

it seems exclusive to UK.

c
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] Enigma974:
Reliable

I have seem many posts about people getting almost anything running, but I have also seen people complaining that they freeze and die frequently. I want one for a permanent install for a kids TV so I can stream to it, but been afraid to pull the trigger. :confused:
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] cognus:
i don't see a way to get there for your purposes. all these that I know of require some knowledge and some intervention, assuming they don't go from heat or solder breaks, etc. the pace of development causes these to be abandoned just about the time of maturity... bad news / good news.

for a 'real' implementation like you have, go Roku or Apple TV. its cheaper. go MK you might get lucky, but if not, you're going to buy one, kill it, forget sending it back - postage to china is stinking expensive. you could try a Minix neo x5, but again, its not less dough [roku hd is 79 bucks] and what happens if you kill it? and nobody has full non-issue 1080 hardware decode figured out yet on the RK3066-boxes nor on other current popular android hdwe
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] micl9:
I have the MX2 on order from In4dealz.com. Not sure if they are any better, but they had a sale.

As for Specs between MX1 and MX2 - everything I have read states they are the same, only diff is the housing and cost (plastic is cheaper).
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] cognus:
couple of things I've been told - just passing along - the MX2 is the MX1 in plastic housing? is that what you see?

also just an anecdote from "Finless" [developer of the justly famous ROMs for these] is that the soldering on the iMITO's is a tad more fragile than that of the better forms of MK808 - it was something about USB port as the anchor or ??? . Flaky solder seems to be an issue in a lot of the troubles people have had with various of these sticks. that and flaky antenna-tacks
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] micl9:
yup

I will open mine up and take some pics. May take it to work and have the production engineers give me an opinion on the solder quality. And maybe have a tech touch up as needed.

After going that far I might put a heat sink on the processor. I think I have some memory chip heat sinks lying around...

Like some mentioned its too expensive to send these back to China, so no need to worry about voiding a warranty!
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] Maxx57:
Hey deadhp1,

I'm looking to either compile a rom or find a rom that already has the "/system/usr/idc/Vendor_0eef_Product_0001.idc" built. I'm having trouble understanding how to build the android source with this file in there. Is that something you'd be willing to help me do?

I have an MK802II and a UG802. They both work great out of the box, except the touch screen coordinates are reversed (common old issue) when I plug in my touchscreen. I've verified the vendor id and the product id, hence the file name. I've been trying to get that file into that location in the IMG. I didn't realize that the android system is read only. I tried various mount commands via rooted su, but none seem to work so I can write the file to that location. Keep getting permission denied when I attempt file copy to that location using ASTRO file manager and Better Terminal Emulator Pro for bash. So I've been attempting to rebuild android from source via a VirtualBox Ubuntu 10.04 LTM and getting the latest source from Android. I managed to build Android, but I'm not sure how/where to add the files in or even what to build to support the MK802II or the UG802. I know I'd probably need to build in some drivers/source to support these devices so attempting to flash a vanilla android rom would problly not support all the MK802II or UG802 hardware. Are you able to help me at the very least understand where it is I need to start looking to either find the source files needed to compile for MK802II and UG802? I'm not asking you to do it for me, I would like to learn the process on my own, but I just have spent months and months on this and others have done it, but they are vauge in what is posted. You seem to have done it as well and I'm looking for advice. All I want to do is get this touch screen working with the device so I can finally put it in my car and use the touch screen.

Thanks so very much for any of your advice or assistance (or anyone else for that matter).
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] deadhp1:
I can't help with the mk802 II I don't have one of those anymore.

With the UG802 I can point you to my post on how to compile the kernel source.

http://www.armtvtech.com/armtvtechforum/viewtopic.php?f=66&t=835

I've included instructions for both the ug802 and the MK808.

We've got a bunch of good people working on getting various things working in the MK808 development forum.

Most of those developments can also be used on the UG802.

As far as moving your file to /system/usr/idc/

-Install es file explorer and open it.

-Go into settings ---> root settings

-Check all the check boxes.(one of them specifically is mount the system r/w)

You shouldn't have a problem transferring your file after that.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] Maxx57:
I installed the es file explorer, opened it, went into settings, root settings, checked all the boxes, and when I checked the "Mount File System" check box, I get a message "failed to mount". This issue is confirmed when I try to copy the file in es file explorer. I get "failed to copy file". I know that the device is rooted because I can run commands as "su". any idea why would I not have access to mount the file system even if I'm running as "su"? Am I not really running as su somehow? Again this is the MK802II I'm doing this on. I will switch to the UG802 and try the same steps to see if I get different results.

Thanks for the other post too. I'll probably end up following those steps and rebuilding the rom.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] Antieco:
Im having similar issues with sdcard and internal sd card. I think it might be related to ext3 / ext4 filesystem. Are you on CM10¿?
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] mrkukov:
Tip of the day: use 2A charger to minimize crashes. :)

Original 1A: crashes time to time

SGS3 1A: few crashes

2A: no crashes anymore!
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] Droidgirlsz:
MK808 and GV-20 is same

As I know, MK808 is same as GV-20. the ROM is same too. BTW, about the MK808B ( with Bluetooth 2.0), there are several factories manufacture it. So the ROM is not workable for all MK808B.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] player911:
I'm really considering buying an MK808B to replace my MK808. I made the purchase with the assumption that USB-BT would work. But I'm having problems finding a Rom that has Bluetooth support. I'm downloading CM10 but I couldn't get it working before.

I fear the MK808B missed its calling for support since most people have an MK808 already. I don't see much development for it right now.

My goal is to get a good 2 player gaming center setup and most solutions with hardwire or ps2 RF are flawed and both controllers map the same.

Should I just wait for the next best thing or jump now?
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] gossipninja:
Yeah I also recently got an mk808b (as I have a ton of bt toys) and have seen very little development on it.

I have ran xbmc, angry birds star wars, spare phone (a gv voip app) using a cheap roswill hd webcam (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16826193063) as the microphone, oddly the video was rotated 90 degrees when using the camera.

I haven't played with it a ton, but I have it on an atrix lapdock most of the time. I am really bummed that my lapdock 500 apparently does not allow for non moto hdmi devices, As i was hoping the ethernet / cam / mic and vga out would work on the mk808b.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] RoganTheTwat:
The biggest problem the mk808 has is its power. Because they are shipped without a 'UK' plug but do plug in to a mobile phone charger from a galaxy S3 for example people will think this is ok as it does run. Which it is... kind of. Basically these little buggers are power hungry, they need a 5v charger these are the kind that ship with a Ipad or similar 10inch pad. The reason they freeze up or blank screen is it cant draw enough power. I power mine from my Xbox (A USB port in a laptop would be enough too) on the downstairs tv and from a 5v usb plug I bought on the upstairs TV both work fine and the best way I've found of testing if the power is adequate is by putting it under stress by playing something like 'Anomaly: Korea' or opening and closing a lot of apps in quick period of time. But to simply stream, a phone charger plug would be fine tbh it just might take a minute or so longer to boot up fully.

They are pretty reliable and if you stick a reliable ROM on (For example Finless 1.6) they are utilised properly. Not overclocked and not struggling to render in 1080p. I use mine as a TV tuner on the upstairs TV and quite often I've left it on for 12+ and its never over heated or fluttered so I would defo recommend one.

Plus lets be honest its like 50quid worth of kit, if it does burn out after maybe a year or so its not the end of the world to get a new one. I've burnt out countless Laptops over the years and its way I made the plunge in to going 100% android, apart from my Xbox there is nothing in the house that isn't android and It will stay that way until Linux becomes more stable :)

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I'm sure I've read there is a ROM that can run BT dongles, its got something to do with the game pad rom but I cant remember where it is, ill dig it out and post it.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] Maxx57:
Do you have a tutorial on creating the ROM sdcard? And have you built new kernels for it yet?
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] mrRobinson:
Yea I'm looking at the MK808B as well. I wonder if i could use anything I find for the 808 and port over the BT stuff myself.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] RoganTheTwat:
Google mk808 finless 1.6 ROM the file he has compiled has all the tools and walk through you need. I didn't work on this ROM.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] player911:
I installed CM10 and it looks to have Bluetooth support but it isn't working with my adapters. Others are having luck. I might run out and pick up one of those generic knew that seem to work. That's a lot of effort to risk it still not working.

The shining light at the end of the tunnel is there at least
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] sc0tty8:
I've been looking off and on at the android on a stick pc's off and on. Right now I have 3x wd tv boxes in the house, ranging from the orig non live, to the live, and the lasted live(non hard drive) unit.

I've not seen these come with a remote like the WD boxes or a wired ethernet port. From a movie standpoint, besides a kb/mouse, is there an easy way to run one of these remotely?

I've been thinking of getting one to tinker with, but don't want to rely on kb/mouse to use it.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] player911:
Any luck on which BT Adapter works for the CM10 build? I've been asking around and no answer.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] RoganTheTwat:
You can use a Android phone to control everything, like a mouse really or if you tune a controller you use a xbox controller and no doubt shortly with lewy20041 working on a gamepad thing over at armtv the PS3 controller will be sorted. The future is bright for the 808 (Well rk3066 in general tbh)

@Player - BT is looking experimental at best there IS a ICS ROM out there by Lewy20041 that has some experimental BT stuff but I don't know how successful it is.
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] marcedli:
2 options for remote control from android

1. Mk802 III app from play store

2. Droidmote server+client from play store
[Android Stick & Console RockChip based Computers] CodingBullets:
Useful Device.

I've been using the MK808's for Kiosk locations at a non-profit that I code for in my spare time.. (Volunteer work)

I am going to be moving the IMito for the next set of devices though.

Technically, I probably should just go with really cheap Chinese tablets, and frankly, I still just might.

With how tiny those Android Stick unit's are.. they can be put up onto the back of a display.. and no one even knows where

the device is. I just used a bit of adhesive velcro on them.
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