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[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] fachadick:
Thanks, but no dice. I installed the free busybox, opened v4a, and no change. Then I removed the apk, rebooted (to make sure v4a was gone), then reinstalled from the zip, and still no change. Doesn't ask for su, and doesn't ask to install drivers. But now the gain in v4a is working, which is something anyway.
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] DSR_1106:
That will NOT WORK. You can not just remove V4A files. There are many residual files that will not get removed.

I've run into this exact problem thinking I had removed V4a.

There is a procedure using a root file system explorer to delete all the V4a files but I don't know it. I just flashed the stock tar firmware file with Odin and started over after a full wipe.

Don't know if that's an option for you.

I always keep a fresh download of the latest firmware for my devices before I even attempt root just in case...and it's saved my devices from a potential brick numerous times.

It's you're call of course but if it were me, I would either restore pre-any V4a or flash stock tar and start from scratch.
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] fachadick:
BINGO - I was frustrated because this was the one time I didn't make a nand backup before changing something substantial, and I didn't want to reflash the rom or tar because of all of the other tweaks I made to various system files. But thanks to your post I realized I wasn't fully uninstalling v4a before trying to reinstall it, so whatever was messed up in the initial install was still there. What's annoying is that I knew that too, it was mentioned a few times in this thread, but I completely forgot - what's really sad is that I installed v4a using the manual process in the first place, so I really should have remembered that it was more than just the apk. Anyway, I found this post on how to fully uninstall v4a (which is basically just the manual install process in reverse), so once I did that (and made sure it was fully off my phone again), I flashed your zip, and it finally worked! Got the both the install driver and su prompts, and after rebooting, all the settings are working correctly - thanks for your help!
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] DSR_1106:
You're welcome glad you got it working!
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] xillaron1:
It won't let me pick a driver it just installs something itself after I tap ok after first time opening the app... any fix for this
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] DSR_1106:
If you're referring to the link I posted, it defaults to "best audio quality " and installs appreciate drivers during most installs. I can get the option to pick Sound quality on certain ROMs and usually have to flash zip file After I installed the V4A apk.

I wish I had a better explanation but unfortunately I don't.

I can tell you that if you're ok with "best audio quality " drivers then you're in good shape.

Is Neon showing enabled? It seems that when that no driver selection happens, it always involves neon NOT being enabled.

I'm going to play around with this today and will post...

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I wiped everything but System and here is the "fix" if you want it.

Start with a clean rom install, I used Wicked One SS, and make sure kernel is "permissive ". Next install V4A apk file and it will give you the driver choices.

After that, reboot. You will notice Neon is now enable but processing is nil.

Reboot Recovery and flash the TWRP V4A.zip I posted a few posts ago right over the existing installed V4a apk. and reboot.

You now not only have neon enabled but processing is a yes.

For my Sprint G925p on Wicked One SS Rom with Permissive kernel, this just worked now.

As always, have a working backup and good luck.

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https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0GD5unAb9WGTDU2VHBfSWVfOE0/view?usp=docslist_api

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This link should allow you to download /install apk file from my Google Drive if you don't have it.

The complete file is in the 5-6 MB range...
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] xillaron1:
[MENTION=5030209]DSR_1106[/MENTION] Everything but /system huh? Wierd, will try soon. Thanks for the help.
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] DSR_1106:
I did NOT wipe system, just dalvik, cache and data

Worth mentioning I replaced ROMs SuperSU with my purchased "Pro version "

Hope it helps you get it going
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] xillaron1:
What does NEON and processing enabled do?
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] DSR_1106:
Someone else is probably better qualified to answer that question than I am, however, it being enabled, and if the device supports it as in Galaxy S 6 or edge.. I notice V4a working with more "media players " than without it being enabled.

Sorry but I don't want to post anymore about neon because I'm not sure of much beyond that.

The last thing I want to do is give out bad or misinformation. ..
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] xillaron1:
Tried your method without wiping any partitions, worked like a charm with both NEON and processing = yes. Many thanks for the help!

Edit: Think I figured out processing. Processing will read yes if there is currently audio playing that V4A is processing/modifying... hence processing. Otherwise it will remain no without audio. Atleast I think so.
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] DSR_1106:
Thats awesome! Happy to help you
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] bolasmp3:
flashable zip worked like a charm for me

disable adapt sound 4.0 and sound 2.0, flashed zip, reboot and it worked like a charm on my note 3
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] superleeds27:
Flashable zip worked fine.

Well done OP with the viper profiles. Sound amazing
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] almejon:
Thanks

Enviado desde mi XT1575 mediante Tapatalk
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] Turkishflavor:
So, is there A New (easier) way installing viper4android in the s6 edge?
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] Geoz:
The easiest is to use the flash method. Follow the instruction from the O.P
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] DSR_1106:
If you have BusyBox and a permissive kernel then just install the V4a apk from ES or whatever file Explorer you choose....

It's linked a page or so back if you need the V4a apk...

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https://www.dropbox.com/s/wl9uisjpffgjoq2/ViPER4Android_FX_A4.x.apk?dl=0

If you need apk, here is the link

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If you don't have BusyBox or have any issues, just flash this link right over the existing installed apk to gain full functionality. ..

BACK UP FIRST

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https://www.dropbox.com/s/346h64mf9o1ybz5/TWRP_-_ViPER4Android_2.3.4.0_-_untested_-_002.zip?dl=0
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] bah77:
Hi guys

Really would love this working as the DSP pack in player pro now keeps crashing

I was going to follow the steps but got this message on trying to install busybox...

Handle Sbin?

Busybox has been detected in /sbin

Which is a strong indication that it is

Used for a custom kernel that you

May be using

Normally this version of busybox

Will always be placed in /sbin on

Boot. Having this version of busybox

In /sbin may cause problems when

Trying to upgrade or use the version

Of busybox provided by this

Application

Busybox pro contains a feature that

Will remove the version of busybox

Located in /sbin on every boot so

That it does not interfere with the

Version of busybox provided by this

application

Please note that enabling this option

May cause certain features provided

By your custom kernel to cease

Working

You can enable or disable this

Feature at any time in the settings

Menu (swipe all the way to the right

Most pane)

Would you like to enable this feature

now?

YES or NO

I'm scared to do anything further in case i brick my edge. Anyone understand this better please?
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] bah77:
OK, realized my Kernel is fine for this already

Got it installed but it's not processing

Do i still need to do the renaming?
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] elliwigy:
i got everything working on my g925v with stock enforcing kernel lol
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] elliwigy:
it will only say processing while playing audio...
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] DSR_1106:
The reason I posted the zip along with the apk file is to make it process. The apk is to allow you to select the audio driver of you're choice ( I recommend highest quality ), and to enable NEON, but you need to flash my posted TWRP zip for it to actually process any audio.
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] elliwigy:
i hope he knows that processing will say no unless he is in the process of actually playing audio.. mine said no until i started playing spotify then it said yes..

if everything else looks good then theres no reason it wont process
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] DSR_1106:
Very good point, I figured that was a given but I suppose many don't realize that...
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] SoDeadly:
Viper drain battery right ? :/
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] TML1504:
i have a very frustrating problem here (g928f, which should be the same base situation as g925f): i installed viper as described (i have to add that i use viper since years, and i also mod my system for years, so no beginner), but it works only for one (!) song. then, i'll have to reset the player (google music), then it will again work for one song.

i searched google for hours, and what i found is that a bunch of people have problems with equalizers shutting down after one song. seems to be the problem that the main music process musicFX looses its focus on the EQ...

did someone of you experienced the same problem? and if yes, how did you solved it?

or does someone has an idea whats going wrong here??

thx!!
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] elliwigy:
youre supposed to disable musicfx
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] TML1504:
thx, but I've done that of course!!

as I said, I use viper since years...
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] elliwigy:
i see.. reading your comment for some reason i was thinking you had musicfx still active
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] TML1504:
nope, I fear it's a more complex issue! maybe I should try a factory reset...

thx anyways!
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] DSR_1106:
See my post from 1 page back. Post 344

Install apk and flash zip at you're own risk, I have no idea what a 928 is or if it will work the same as 920/925p..
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] TML1504:
thx, will try and report back! 928f is s6 edge+, so it should be basically the same as s6!
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] DSR_1106:
Hope it works for you

Remember permissive kernel and may require Busy Box if stock rooted only...

Fully install apk and set up with you're driver of choice. That will enable NEON and it will show the driver is "good" but will not process audio until you flash the zip file with TWRP, then it process anywhere..

Good luck and you know the drill

BACKUP FIRST
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] elliwigy:
odd.. i have neon enabled and everything working with a stock enforcing kernel using the se fix
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] DSR_1106:
Not odd at all, I completely forgot about that lol

Very cool you got it going !
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] elliwigy:
was just pointing out there is a policy fix in case you dont have or dont want a custom kernel ;)

id prefer a custom kernel but unfortunatelyi have verizon haha glad i still have root and v4a ;)
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] prsnow:
How did you get neon enabled? I also have Verizon running a stock kernel (CleanROM build) but V4A won't install the neon drivers, just the "standard" ones. Also, what is the SE fix you're referring to? To switch to permissive?

Thanks!!

Wait wait... Post 261 I think answers my question. Well Shoooooooooot! I'll give it a try and report back...
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] elliwigy:
it wasnt as simple as one might hope for g925v..

if you cant figure it out try my rom lol jk

but seriously.. i had to manually push all files to system...

1) replace audio conf with modified one

2) add se policy fix

3) use latest v4a app

4) use viper50 init.d script

5) if init.d not enabled use universal init.d from play store, turn on after installed

6) disable sound alive and other sound app or remove completely

7) reboot and so long as init.d kicks in and you of course have drivers installed etc. then it should work

#WIN.. it might be easier to use my turkey day build of extreme syndicate and just enable init.d
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] prsnow:
Thank you for the quick reply.

Can you clarify step 2 please? Where do I obtain the se policy fix? I can't find anything about it on this thread. :(
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] elliwigy:
you can try this one:

https://www.dropbox.com/s/k9cnruw2e1t1d4t/ViPER4Android-supolicy.zip?dl=0

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or here:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=64028066

theres probably a few more floating around in original v4a thread
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] hyperthrust:
Edited. Never mind
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] akelu:
quick question, im using a USB dac which works fine, but only 'phone speaker' settings adjust it. is this normal?
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] whatthefunk:
Same behavior on my end. I also found that enabling the Viper EQ under 'phone speaker' settings seems to degrade the sound quality of the external DAC, at least that's what my ears tell me with my Dragonfly DAC. I always use Viper to EQ the headphone output so I was hoping it would work well with the Dragonfly. I haven't tried other DACs so I'm not sure if it's the same across the board.
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] knive13:
I remember i have a zip to enable neon how ever i deleted it is there someone who has a link to it. I am humbly asking to share it pls
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] DSR_1106:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/1ixb9zptwdfc345/ViPER4Android_FX_A4.x (1).apk?dl=0

I install this to enable NEON on my 925p and then flash the zip over it to enable it to work everywhere

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https://www.dropbox.com/s/346h64mf9o1ybz5/TWRP_-_ViPER4Android_2.3.4.0_-_untested_-_002.zip?dl=0

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Make sure to install the apk and COMPLETE DRIVER INSTALL before you flash the zip file.

I have used this method on T-mobile and Sprint galaxy S 6 and S 6 edge many times without issues. If you are not on a custom rom with it baked in, you may need to install Busy Box.
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] vex1989:
Guys i need help! I have basically spent a whole day trying to get it work. I even installed a fresh install of a new ROM and tried it on two different kernals. Here are my steps exactly.

Im on 9287 (Galaxy Edge Plus) Other users have posted that they have been succesfull with this ROM.

1. Install Free Version of Busybox

2. Disabled and also Uninstalled Sound alive and Adapt Sound (Tried both methods)

3. Installed the zip file presented on this post http://xdaforums.com/gala...5#post60417795

4. Open Viper FX, Grant Super User, install driver, reboot

5. Enable Viper Fx. Try to play music off google music. Check to see driver status - Enable - Yes Processing - No

Any help will be great
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] elliwigy:
seems more like it doesnt want to work with google music.. id try to see if it is processing in other apps then youll know what to focus on
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] vex1989:
Ok I tried it when i was in my car with bluetooth audio and it works super well! The highs are soo crisp! I cant get it to work with headphones though. Any suggestions?
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] droidbits:
Hello and sorry if it has been asked before.

Does this thread or the instructions in the OP apply only for original firmware or can this method also be used in custom ROMS please? (either deodexed or odexed)

The thing is that I am on this deodexed custom ROM for sometime and it has Viper4Android as default but I wanted to change ROM but I didn't want to lose Viper.

Thank you all

Edit: thanks for a great thread and for your work getting Viper4Android to many.
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] bluedragon38:
Hello , i have a stupid question but... what is NEON for Viper ? I try to find a explaination but.. it's not really clear :D

Thanks you ..
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] montafede:
How can i change the Bluetooth Audio Output to V40 or higher?

can you help me?
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] Teddy-njut:
Hey guys,

Has someone tried V4A on Marshmallow, and if so, does it work?

Thanks ?
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] DSR_1106:
If you're device supports NEON you will have better sound quality. Example; galaxy s 6 or s 6 edge supports NEON with their processor.

You need to install the Viper apk file and install drivers and reboot. Then there is a zip you can flash that will enable it to work everywhere.

This has ONLY BEEN TESTED ON SAMSUNG GALAXY S 6 AND S 6 EDGE. Also works on Galaxy Tab Pro ® 8.4. PM me if you need the files

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Yes, I am using it on my Galaxy Tab Pro with 6.0.1 with NEON enabled and it works everywhere.
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] nappent:
I used the following app

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=stericson.busybox.donate
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] Brava27:
I got working by actually just installing viper and selecting compatible mode.
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] nappent:
Are you sure it processing the audio? If you turn it off and on do you hear a difference?
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] OGWisdom:
For those wanting to get viper working, here is how I did. First time, no hiccups!

From the plays tore download busybox, stericsons. Install busybox. Then using root explorer, navigate to the system\app folder, create a new folder named Viper4Android. Long press the folder and set the permissions as follows, all boxes in the first column, up to down, the top box in second column and all in the last. Now open the folder and pasted the v4a apk inside, and give it the same permissions as the folder! Now reboot. Once booted, go into viper the app and install drivers. Reboot. Done! Additionally, if you want to also install viper hifi, perform the same steps as with v4a, instead when it comes time to set permissions for the apk, all boxes in first column top to bottom, and just the top box on 2nd column. Reboot. Once booted, go into hifi, install drivers, the last choice! Reboot, done.

Now if using the stock music player, it won't process the music because of built in software. But using poweramp, go into settings, audio, the last option and untick the first 2 options and viper should start processing your audio!

Hope that helps some folks, have a blessed day!
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] cyan pac:
zip

someone just needs to make a flashable zip that takes the "hardness" out of all this
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] Brava27:
Just install busybox and viper. That's all
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] bamfsig45:
If this is hard then maybe you should unroot and enjoy a stock phone. Seriously, there is nothing hard about this.
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] Guitarfreak26:
What settings does everyone use with the edge?
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] nappent:
Once we have a reliable custom recovery I'll get flashable zips posted. It is the busybox portion that is always going to get people. Will have to wait for custom roms. I'm sure it's all coming...
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] cyan pac:
I didn't say it was hard for me, no need to be rude, and don't we already have a twrp recovery? Or did i hear wrong?
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] raw2000j:
viper neon

My viper works but under neon says no it is supposed to say yes? it says processing yeas and status normal but neon says no but its definately working
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] OGWisdom:
Mine says no too. Wouldn't worry about it. It is obviously enabled from what my ears can tell.
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] nappent:
No you hear me wrong. I'm just saying a flashable zip is on my to do list. As for twrp, it isn't working on all of the various device versions yet.
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] sfin54:
Thank you.

Got this to work on 925T, T-Mobile USA!

Like others have mentioned neon is showing "no," but it is definitely processing.
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] contraryrhombus:
I finally managed to get it working using the version linked, as opposed to the one off their website. Also have neon as no, but it is still making a massive difference. Thanks for the help with this!
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] wase4711:
followed your instructions, works perfectly...love Viper, thanks so much!
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] SantinoInc:
Never really used Viper. Is it really that big an improvement over stock audio?

To answer my own question it definitely makes a difference. I was playing with the settings as I was listening to Pandora and I could hear the difference as I changed the settings.

Also, all I did was d/l and install the Viper APK and it asked me to install Busybox and took me right to the Play store to install it. I chose the smart install. Once that was done I went to Viper and configured it the best I could. I'm on Sprint Edge.

Question: what quality option did you guys choose? Is went with the middle quality out of fear of battery drain. Any feedback on this aspect would be appreciated
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] wase4711:
if you do the mixerpaths.xml mod, and then do the viper mod, yes, you will notice a real difference, especially with headphones/external speakers..
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] nappent:
It really depend on if you like how it sounds now or feel it could sound better. If you feel it could be improved, then try it out. If you like it as is, don't mess with it.

That said, you can dramatically improve the audio quality with the stock Samsung earplugs. This is my Viper4Android profile. This is not a flashable zip, you extract the folder into the VIPER4Android/Profile/ directory. Then use the "Load Effect Profile" from within Viper4Android to get them going. Keep in mind this is tuned to my liking, it may not be great for all.
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] roborob1969:
HECK YEAH! Thank you for the detailed instructions!! My Klipsch headphones sound like they're supposed to now! :D
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] DSR_1106:
Screenshot From t320
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] DSR_1106:
Screen shots from Galaxy 925p
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] Teddy-njut:
Thanks for your feedback, I'm gonna try it asap :)
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] cherryduck:
Hi there, so on my S6 (non edge) I froze Adapt Sound and SoundAlive, installed the flashable zip, rebooted, installed the driver, rebooted, updated to 2.4.0.1 with the APK link from the app itself, rebooted, installed the driver, rebooted again, and then played some music through Google Music with various options ticked in V4A. With V4A enabled or disabled it sounds EXACTLY the same. I've checked the driver status and NEON is on, driver is on and processing is on.

Have I done something wrong? Is there a way to uninstall this if necessary?
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] DSR_1106:
Yes,unfortunately you need to install the V4A.apk and set up drivers then reboot. This will enable NEON but it will not likely process until you flash the zip file with TWRP and reboot.

Also, if you have a previous version installed, there are lib files that will cause issues. If that occurs a data cache and dalvik wipe and then install apk setup drivers and reboot should work. You may need to flash zip afterwards to get things processing.
[Galaxy S6 Edge Themes and Apps] Alxzi:
Not workkkkk!!!!!! For my ****ung headset