DoesItMatter Posted May 25, 2021 Share Posted May 25, 2021 On 5/23/2021 at 8:19 PM, Draxxon said: what version AFBX (standard or Deluxe) do you have, what is the firmware version number in the about screen? do you have a hole on the bottom of your unit labeled reset? I have the standard version, and the firmware version number is AR3060_v0.1.9....and no, I don't see a hole at the bottom of the console labeled reset. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draxxon Posted May 25, 2021 Share Posted May 25, 2021 (edited) Yeah, you have an old one. AFZ - Registration && Download (atgames.net) V. 0.1.18 (released on Dec 2, 2019) You have to do the official update first. They have instructions there. You will need to open your system up, download the android tools and the drivers, connect to a PC, the whole bit. Youll want to make sure you use a micro usb to usb cable that has a data line in it to connect it to the PC. youll want to make sure that your computer isnt blocking the android tools drivers digital signature. (using an older pc with an older version of windows worked for me, other say they found newer updated drivers, different than what atgames gives you, elsewhere on the internet.) Edited May 25, 2021 by Draxxon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoesItMatter Posted May 25, 2021 Share Posted May 25, 2021 11 hours ago, Draxxon said: Yeah, you have an old one. AFZ - Registration && Download (atgames.net) V. 0.1.18 (released on Dec 2, 2019) You have to do the official update first. They have instructions there. I just followed all the instructions, but it didn't do anything. When I powered the console on, it just booted up as normal. It didn't say that an upgrade firmware has been detected. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draxxon Posted May 25, 2021 Share Posted May 25, 2021 (edited) did it say "found one loader device" in android tools when you hooked it up to the PC? Im just guessing, but, either your usb cable doesnt have a data line or your PC is blocking the drivers. What version of windows are you using? Edited May 25, 2021 by Draxxon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoesItMatter Posted May 25, 2021 Share Posted May 25, 2021 3 minutes ago, Draxxon said: did it say "found one loader device" in android tools when you hooked it up to the PC? Im just guessing, but, either your usb cable doesnt have a data line or your PC is blocking the drivers. What version of windows are you using? If you look at these support instructions that come with the downloaded image file, it mentions nothing about Android tools. These are literally plug-and-play instructions. http://legendsultimate.atgames.net/arcade/consoles/AtariFlashbackXFirmwareUpgrade.pdf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draxxon Posted May 25, 2021 Share Posted May 25, 2021 (edited) looks like they changed the update info for the newer systems. Step 6 NOTE: if you are unable to update via the steps above, your firmware may not support Y-cables. Please note the current firmware version and contact support@atgames.net for additional help. The original instructions were here: legendsultimate.atgames.net/afz/AtariFlashbackX-FirmwareUpgrade.pdf Edited May 25, 2021 by Draxxon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoesItMatter Posted May 25, 2021 Share Posted May 25, 2021 6 minutes ago, Draxxon said: looks like they changed the update info for the newer systems. Step 6 NOTE: if you are unable to update via the steps above, your firmware may not support Y-cables. Please note the current firmware version and contact support@atgames.net for additional help. The original instructions were here: legendsultimate.atgames.net/afz/AtariFlashbackX-FirmwareUpgrade.pdf Unfortunately that link isn't working anymore.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draxxon Posted May 25, 2021 Share Posted May 25, 2021 (edited) You guys are lucky I keep all this shit. lol. Wayback Machine (archive.org) AtariFlashbackX-FirmwareUpgrade.pdf DriverAssitant_v4.8.zip AndroidTool_Release_v2.69.zip Edited May 25, 2021 by Draxxon 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoesItMatter Posted May 25, 2021 Share Posted May 25, 2021 23 minutes ago, Draxxon said: You guys are lucky I keep all this shit. lol. Wayback Machine (archive.org) AtariFlashbackX-FirmwareUpgrade.pdf 1 MB · 1 download DriverAssitant_v4.8.zip 9.39 MB · 1 download AndroidTool_Release_v2.69.zip 2.36 MB · 1 download Thanks for this. You're awesome! But the archive.org link isn't loading the pdf. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoesItMatter Posted May 25, 2021 Share Posted May 25, 2021 1 hour ago, DoesItMatter said: Thanks for this. You're awesome! But the archive.org link isn't loading the pdf. I did some googling and ran across this. It's the original instructions. I'll give this a try. https://armchairarcade.com/perspectives/2019/10/21/atari-flashback-x-2019-upgrade-to-support-external-usb-drives/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoesItMatter Posted May 25, 2021 Share Posted May 25, 2021 1 hour ago, Draxxon said: You guys are lucky I keep all this shit. lol. Wayback Machine (archive.org) AtariFlashbackX-FirmwareUpgrade.pdf 1 MB · 4 downloads DriverAssitant_v4.8.zip 9.39 MB · 1 download AndroidTool_Release_v2.69.zip 2.36 MB · 1 download Since I couldn't access the original pdf file with the instructions, I did some googling and ran across this. I'll give this a try. https://armchairarcade.com/perspectives/2019/10/21/atari-flashback-x-2019-upgrade-to-support-external-usb-drives/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draxxon Posted May 25, 2021 Share Posted May 25, 2021 (edited) I did uploaded the pdf too. Its the first file of the 3. Yes, Bill's armchair arcade link is the same thing as the pdf file. Edited May 25, 2021 by Draxxon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoesItMatter Posted May 25, 2021 Share Posted May 25, 2021 (edited) 4 minutes ago, Draxxon said: I uploaded the pdf too. Yes, Bill's armchair arcade link is the same thing. I know you did. But I told you earlier that the pdf won't load at all because it's attached to a dead link I'm assuming. Even when I downloaded the pdf first, then tried to open it in Adobe Reader, it says the file is damaged. Edited May 25, 2021 by DoesItMatter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draxxon Posted May 25, 2021 Share Posted May 25, 2021 (edited) i thought you meant the pdf on the site was dead. The pdf I uploaded is my own, not linked to a site. It works on my end, here are the screen shots, but, the one by Bill over at armchair arcade is the same thing. Edited May 25, 2021 by Draxxon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoesItMatter Posted May 25, 2021 Share Posted May 25, 2021 1 minute ago, Draxxon said: That is so strange. Why can't I get the pdf to open on my computer??? It won't open in the browser or the PDF Reader... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draxxon Posted May 25, 2021 Share Posted May 25, 2021 IDK, but the wayback machine link works as well. I just tried it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pols1968 Posted June 3, 2021 Share Posted June 3, 2021 Hi, I have the Flashback X (AR 3060) and am trying to download the firmware update (I want to add more games), but I am getting an error message that says 0.0.18 (3) img was blocked because this type of file can harm your device. Does anyone know if there is away around this or am I stuck with the system as is, not that there's anything wrong with that. Ps: I am in Australia Thanks guys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draxxon Posted June 6, 2021 Share Posted June 6, 2021 (edited) On 6/3/2021 at 5:56 PM, pols1968 said: Hi, I have the Flashback X (AR 3060) and am trying to download the firmware update (I want to add more games), but I am getting an error message that says 0.0.18 (3) img was blocked because this type of file can harm your device. Does anyone know if there is away around this or am I stuck with the system as is, not that there's anything wrong with that. Ps: I am in Australia Thanks guys Here is the most up-to-date firmware (V.0.1.21) for your specific model. Customized to also read files from an OTG adapter and external drive. https://atariage.com/forums/applications/core/interface/file/attachment.php?id=837186 Edited June 6, 2021 by Draxxon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gutter Posted August 22, 2021 Share Posted August 22, 2021 Hi after reading this post i have bought a flashback x model with reset under console but i have had no success with the otg cable and custom firmware, I have connected the otg fine usb formatted and cfw on usb plugged in and console hangs for a bit then loads in to stock, I am on firmware version 0.1.20 if that is the problem what do i need to do thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draxxon Posted August 22, 2021 Share Posted August 22, 2021 (edited) does the system prompt you to press left to update when you power it on? If not, then the system isn't seeing the atari update image. Here is the correct custom firmware for your model. V.0.1.21 https://atariage.com/forums/applications/core/interface/file/attachment.php?id=837186 Edited August 22, 2021 by Draxxon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gutter Posted August 22, 2021 Share Posted August 22, 2021 Hi i managed to get on the cfw 0.1.21 and on the console that is what is dose say had to do it old way ie push button in then power on with the android release tools etc but i cant get it to show the usb games from the nexus 5,5 pack ,somehow it has never shown the external usb drive can you advise thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gutter Posted August 22, 2021 Share Posted August 22, 2021 7 minutes ago, Draxxon said: does the system prompt you to press left to update when you power it on? If not, then the system isn't seeing the atari update image. got the update on the old way but usb drive not an option or showing with otg cable ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gutter Posted August 22, 2021 Share Posted August 22, 2021 just a bit more info when i did the update via usb it caused an error stuck in a update loop so it sees the otg but dose not show ext drive on menu Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draxxon Posted August 22, 2021 Share Posted August 22, 2021 (edited) simply put a game in your /game folder to see the Ext USB Drive menu option. add an extra .gme extension to the end of the file. EXAMPLE: RiverRaid.a26.gme the menu option wont show unless you have at least one game in the /game folder. I highly recommend Nexus V.0.9.0 Edited August 22, 2021 by Draxxon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draxxon Posted August 22, 2021 Share Posted August 22, 2021 (edited) 1 hour ago, gutter said: just a bit more info when i did the update via usb it caused an error stuck in a update loop so it sees the otg but dose not show ext drive on menu Just a guess but maybe you used an older/slower USB 2.0 flashdrive? Maybe it had issues with the update. I recommend a USB 3.0 Device if you don't already have one. Flashing the system the old/hard way is fine, but, DO NOT flash the Overclock Update that way. It WILL brick your system. Edited August 22, 2021 by Draxxon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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