[user890104]

 
Is the new Rockbox firmware posted somewhere with these updates?

Since they are merged in the official Rockbox code, you can use Rockbox Utility to install the latest development version. But keep in mind, that it is not compatible with the dual-boot bootloader, only with emCORE-based installations.
In case you're looking for a direct link: http://download.rockbox.org/daily/ipod6g/rockbox-ipod6g.zip

 

[markatlis]

Hi user890104,
 
> Is it possible that you could post the dfu files for the dual bootloader with Patch Set 6?
 
At the developer's project webpage:
http://gerrit.rockbox.org/r/#/c/1221/
 
Developer Cástor Muñoz logs the following for the Patch Set 6:
"Patch Set 6: - specific Rockbox functionallity moved to git, now the bootloader is compatible with latest git versions."
 
 
> Is it difficult to compile the dfu files from the above gerrit webpage?
 
Thanks a lot for your support to this project!

 

[user890104]

Hi user890104
,

> Is it possible that you could post the dfu files for the dual bootloader with Patch Set 6?

At the developer's project webpage:
http://gerrit.rockbox.org/r/#/c/1221/

Developer Cástor Muñoz logs the following for the Patch Set 6:
"Patch Set 6: - specific Rockbox functionallity moved to git, now the bootloader is compatible with latest git versions."


> Is it difficult to compile the dfu files from the above gerrit webpage?

Thanks a lot for your support to this project!

I don't make the builds, I only test and upload Castor's builds to the freemyipod server. He hasn't been online recently, so I haven't asked for an updated build.

I'll post links to the files as soon as I get them from him.

Happy holidays!

 

[GloriousLettuce]

Why the hassle over manual installation? Autoinstall application worked wonderfully.

 

[sue4]

Rockboxed, my Classic 7th gen plays hi-res (up to 192/24, the highest I have) now. I am wondering, what is the DAC? Are those hi-res signal translated directly to analog sound (w/o any downsampling or whatsoever)?

 

[Jupiterknight]

  Rockboxed, my Classic 7th gen plays hi-res (up to 192/24, the highest I have) now. I am wondering, what is the DAC? Are those hi-res signal translated directly to analog sound (w/o any downsampling or whatsoever)?

 
Your hi-res files on the Rockboxed Classic are being down sampled to 16/44.1.. It's a Cirrus Logic (CS42L55) audio chip in the 7th generation..

 

[r100]

Yup, here you go: http://www.cirrus.com/en/pubs/proDatasheet/CS42L55_F1.pdf

 

[DiscoProJoe]

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[user890104]

Hello,
 
Patch set 7 is available. Change log since v5:
 
Patch Set 6:

- specific Rockbox functionallity moved to git, now the bootloader
  is compatible with latest git versions.

Patch Set 7:

- RB bootloader:
  . switch current firmware: tries to behave like iPod Video, see
    mk6gboot/README for more info.
  . document boot sequence (including timing) in ipod6g.c

- mk6gboot:
  . fix compiling on Linux using old libusbi-1.0
  . new command to make a DFU imagen containing any binary file.
  . bootloader.ipod is no longer needed to build the uninstaller
    DFU image, instead the platform name must be supplied.
  . some command/options syntax modifications.

- rbutil:
  . removed the patch that install a local rockbox.zip file, now
    the latest daily build is installed.
  . still needs a local bootloader file, uses HttpGet("file://")
    to get the bootloader located on the current folder (usually
    the same as the Rockbox Utility executable).
  . use rbutil.log to detect if the bootloader is installed.
  . some code moved to new separate gerrit patches.
 
Please read before updating:
1. Firmware switching tries to behave like ipod Video, see http://download.rockbox.org/manual/rockbox-ipodvideo/rockbox-buildch3.html#x5-290003.1.3
  Switch from Apple to Rockbox:
  - Stop playback and wait a few seconds for hard disk spin-down.
  - Press and hold SELECT+MENU, after ~5 seconds the player hard resets.
    When the screen goes black, wait for at least one second and then
    release both buttons.
  - The iPod should start to load RB firmware.
  Switch from Rockbox to Apple:
  - Shut down the device using "Long Play" key press.
  - Turn on the Hold switch immediately after turning the player on. This
    action must be done before "Rockbox boot loader" message appears on
    the screen (~1.5 seconds from power on).
    TODO: You can also load the original firmware by shutting down the
    device, then clicking the Hold switch on and connecting the iPod to
    your computer.
  - The iPod should start loading Apple firmware.
2. You can use the latest development build of Rockbox. You still need the custom bootloader, which is included in both install packages (zip and exe).
 
Builds are available here:
RockboxBootloaderInstaller_iPodClassic_v7.exe
RockboxBootloaderInstaller_iPodClassic_v7.zip
 
Please test and post if your installation has been successful or not. In case of any problems, please post a screenshot. Always provide the stock capacity and Apple firmware version of your iPod, so we can help you solve the issues.

 

[sue4]

Woa, I never saw this before.. Would you please provide me w/ step-by-step installation guide? Thank you

 

[sue4]

  Hello,
 
Patch set 7 is available. Change log since v5:
 
Patch Set 6:

- specific Rockbox functionallity moved to git, now the bootloader
  is compatible with latest git versions.

Patch Set 7:

- RB bootloader:
  . switch current firmware: tries to behave like iPod Video, see
    mk6gboot/README for more info.
  . document boot sequence (including timing) in ipod6g.c

- mk6gboot:
  . fix compiling on Linux using old libusbi-1.0
  . new command to make a DFU imagen containing any binary file.
  . bootloader.ipod is no longer needed to build the uninstaller
    DFU image, instead the platform name must be supplied.
  . some command/options syntax modifications.

- rbutil:
  . removed the patch that install a local rockbox.zip file, now
    the latest daily build is installed.
  . still needs a local bootloader file, uses HttpGet("file://")
    to get the bootloader located on the current folder (usually
    the same as the Rockbox Utility executable).
  . use rbutil.log to detect if the bootloader is installed.
  . some code moved to new separate gerrit patches.
 
Please read before updating:
1. Firmware switching tries to behave like ipod Video, see http://download.rockbox.org/manual/rockbox-ipodvideo/rockbox-buildch3.html#x5-290003.1.3
  Switch from Apple to Rockbox:
  - Stop playback and wait a few seconds for hard disk spin-down.
  - Press and hold SELECT+MENU, after ~5 seconds the player hard resets.
    When the screen goes black, wait for at least one second and then
    release both buttons.
  - The iPod should start to load RB firmware.
  Switch from Rockbox to Apple:
  - Shut down the device using "Long Play" key press.
  - Turn on the Hold switch immediately after turning the player on. This
    action must be done before "Rockbox boot loader" message appears on
    the screen (~1.5 seconds from power on).
    TODO: You can also load the original firmware by shutting down the
    device, then clicking the Hold switch on and connecting the iPod to
    your computer.
  - The iPod should start loading Apple firmware.
2. You can use the latest development build of Rockbox. You still need the custom bootloader, which is included in both install packages (zip and exe).
 
Builds are available here:
RockboxBootloaderInstaller_iPodClassic_v7.exe
RockboxBootloaderInstaller_iPodClassic_v7.zip
 
Please test and post if your installation has been successful or not. In case of any problems, please post a screenshot. Always provide the stock capacity and Apple firmware version of your iPod, so we can help you solve the issues.

Woa, I never saw this before.. Would you please provide me w/ step-by-step installation guide? Thank you

 

[Hippy Hoppy]

  Right here.
 
And ... it is now available! But please note that it's a beta software. Always make backups of the data on the iPod before performing such modifications.
 
The install process is almost the same as in the video I posted yesterday. Please, watch it before starting.
Also, please read the following file: README.RockboxUtility.txt
 
Then, you are ready to start! Here's a basic walkthrough:
1. You need an iPod Classic in stock condition (restored with iTunes, no emCORE installed).
2. Download the installer: RockboxBootloaderInstaller_iPodClassic_v4.exe (or RockboxBootloaderInstaller_iPodClassic_v4.zip if you prefer extracting the archive manually).
3. Start RockboxUtility.exe (you need administrative privileges).
4. The configuration screen should open. Mark Show disabled targets.
5. Plug your iPod, wait until it is detected, then press Autodetect. In case it doesn't detect it, select the mountpoint manually, then choose the iPod model: Apple -> Ipod Classic (6th gen)
6. Choose Bootloader and Rockbox, optionally install the font pack, themes of your choice and the game files.
7. Start the installation. Disregards the message which says that bootloader is already installed - it has no way to detect this at the moment. Just click Yes in order to continue.
8. Follow the instructions on your computer and on the iPod screen.
 
Enjoy!
 
You have installed the dual-boot bootloader and a patched version of Rockbox, which includes Gerrit patches #1219, #1220 and #1221.
 
Basic operation of the bootloader is described at the Dual boot section of README.mk6gboot.txt
 
Huge thanks to:
- prof_wolfff (Cástor Muñoz) for creating this dual-boot bootloader and making it possible to install it using Rockbox Utility
- TheSeven (Michael Sparmann) for creating emCORE, porting Rockbox to iPod Nano 2G and iPod Classic
- the freemyipod/linux4nano team, for finding the exploit which allows installing custom firmware on the iPods
- everyone of the Rockbox team, for creating an excellent open-source music player firmware
- you, for testing the software
 
P.S.
Source code of the v4 build is available here: http://gerrit.rockbox.org/r/#/c/1221/4

 
 

  Woa, I never saw this before.. Would you please provide me w/ step-by-step installation guide? Thank you

 

[r100]

  Woa, I never saw this before.. Would you please provide me w/ step-by-step installation guide? Thank you

 

   
[...]

 
If you read back a couple of pages back, you'll find this post: http://www.head-fi.org/t/532426/ipod-classic-rockbox-its-happening/3405#post_12131357
 
 

  Please test and post if your installation has been successful or not. In case of any problems, please post a screenshot. Always provide the stock capacity and Apple firmware version of your iPod, so we can help you solve the issues.

 
Worked just fine here, thanks! Forgot that iTunes needs to be installed to perform this installation with the Rockbox Utility (last time I removed it right after installing the bootloader).

 

[Hippy Hoppy]

   
 
If you read back a couple of pages back, you'll find this post: http://www.head-fi.org/t/532426/ipod-classic-rockbox-its-happening/3405#post_12131357

It's the very same post I quoted...

 

[Hippy Hoppy]

  Hello,
 
Patch set 7 is available. Change log since v5:
 
Patch Set 6:

- specific Rockbox functionallity moved to git, now the bootloader
  is compatible with latest git versions.

Patch Set 7:

- RB bootloader:
  . switch current firmware: tries to behave like iPod Video, see
    mk6gboot/README for more info.
  . document boot sequence (including timing) in ipod6g.c

- mk6gboot:
  . fix compiling on Linux using old libusbi-1.0
  . new command to make a DFU imagen containing any binary file.
  . bootloader.ipod is no longer needed to build the uninstaller
    DFU image, instead the platform name must be supplied.
  . some command/options syntax modifications.

- rbutil:
  . removed the patch that install a local rockbox.zip file, now
    the latest daily build is installed.
  . still needs a local bootloader file, uses HttpGet("file://")
    to get the bootloader located on the current folder (usually
    the same as the Rockbox Utility executable).
  . use rbutil.log to detect if the bootloader is installed.
  . some code moved to new separate gerrit patches.
 
Please read before updating:
1. Firmware switching tries to behave like ipod Video, see http://download.rockbox.org/manual/rockbox-ipodvideo/rockbox-buildch3.html#x5-290003.1.3
  Switch from Apple to Rockbox:
  - Stop playback and wait a few seconds for hard disk spin-down.
  - Press and hold SELECT+MENU, after ~5 seconds the player hard resets.
    When the screen goes black, wait for at least one second and then
    release both buttons.
  - The iPod should start to load RB firmware.
  Switch from Rockbox to Apple:
  - Shut down the device using "Long Play" key press.
  - Turn on the Hold switch immediately after turning the player on. This
    action must be done before "Rockbox boot loader" message appears on
    the screen (~1.5 seconds from power on).
    TODO: You can also load the original firmware by shutting down the
    device, then clicking the Hold switch on and connecting the iPod to
    your computer.
  - The iPod should start loading Apple firmware.
2. You can use the latest development build of Rockbox. You still need the custom bootloader, which is included in both install packages (zip and exe).
 
Builds are available here:
RockboxBootloaderInstaller_iPodClassic_v7.exe
RockboxBootloaderInstaller_iPodClassic_v7.zip
 
Please test and post if your installation has been successful or not. In case of any problems, please post a screenshot. Always provide the stock capacity and Apple firmware version of your iPod, so we can help you solve the issues.

This version seems definitive on my side, since I'm having issues with USB transference, switching to OF is a must for me right now, but with v4/v5 on Apple firmware trouble appeared so it keept asking to be restored. Now I seem to have a stable iPod device that I can use for file transfering, switching to RB for playback, hope it lasts...
 
Apple iPod Classic 6G (Thick) 160GB [1.1.2]