Wish Posted July 2, 2013 Report Share Posted July 2, 2013 Just in case anyone else forgot their password for their X850BT, here's how I got a hold of mine. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- First, some disclaimers: If you stole your unit, please give it back, save money, and buy your own! Otherwise, this is my: RUN TESTMODE AT YOUR OWN RISK statement! I searched this forum and Google'd like crazy, and there, to my knowledge, is no other documented method for retrieving the AVIC-X850BT's password specifically, sorry if this is a repost. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The way I figured it out is as follows: [FYI: I POSTED THE LINKS TO EACH THREAD I RESEARCHED BUT PROVIDED THE LINKS IN THIS HOW-TO SO YOU DON'T HAVE TO BROWSE AWAY FROM THIS PAGE! ] ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- STEP 1: Get the right Testmode file. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I went here: http://avic411.com/index.php?/topic/36681-avic-x50-hack-general-topic/?p=266663 and downloaded the link (testmode-x50v2.zip) pionara posted here: nag screen removal will come later, first we must get testmode working ! ok this is attempt 3: testmode-x50v2.zip also, wondering if the hidden, in-app debug/service menus work on x50 series. Can someone try it out? advanced topic: hidden debug menus ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- STEP 2: Get a functional testmode base. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1. I visited this thread: http://avic411.com/index.php?/topic/31534-condis-hackmode-v14-diskrw-gpsgate-textfiller-regeditor-with-reg-files-associated-updated-13062011/ 2. and downloaded the following link: Condi's HACKMODE v1.4 BASE - INSTALL VIA TESTMODE.zip 5.32MB 6140 downloads ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- STEP 3: Extract the files onto the proper medium IN THE RIGHT ORDER. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1. I took the "Condi's HACKMODE v1.4 BASE - INSTALL VIA TESTMODE.zip" and extracted ALL of it's contents to a BLANK miniSD card. 2. I extracted the contents of testmode-x50v2.zip onto the miniSD card and OVERWROTE the existing testmode.key file. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- STEP 4: Startup in TESTMODE and access the right file. PATH:NAND\SYSTEM\SECURITY\SECURITY.DAT ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1. I then removed the miniSD card from the computer and placed it into the AVIC-X850BT. 2. I turned the vehicle in to ACC Mode/Started vehicle. 3. The unit then successfully booted into testmode. 4. I used the volume keys to navigate the menu and selected the File Maintenance option. 5. I used the volume keys to navigate to the FIRST NAND folder (it's after the HDD folders). 6. I then navigated to the SYSTEM folder. 7. In the folder is a SECURITY folder, select it. 8. There should be several files in the SECURITY folder, among which is the SECURITY.DAT file, select it. 9. Navigate to and press the appropriate key to "[TXT DUMP]" the file. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- STEP 5: Accessing your forgotten password. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1. Following the "[TXT DUMP]" of the SECURITY.DAT file, the top left corner of the screen will supply you with 3 things: YOUR forgotten password, your password HINT, and a buncha shenanigans. 2. I recommend taking and picture of that screen with your smartphone or other mobile device and then turning off your vehicle. 3. REMOVE THE miniSD card! 4. Turn your vehicle to ACC or turn it on. 5. After your AVIC-X850BT boots, try to use the picture to interpret and input your password. Hope this helps someone! I drive around for two weeks, getting mad every time I so much as LOOKED at my radio lol. GOOD LUCK! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pionara Posted July 4, 2013 Report Share Posted July 4, 2013 Step 2 and 3 are totally unnecessary. Testmode is built into the unit. You only need the right testmode.key on an ad card to get a unit into testmode. Also this should be same procedure for 950 and 150 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Layziedakid Posted July 10, 2013 Report Share Posted July 10, 2013 ok so this worked for me up until I went back to type in the password.it showed me the password I always knew was right.i put in my password and it still wont unlock.is there a way to just reset the password? oh I have an x850 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
casper_blue Posted July 23, 2013 Report Share Posted July 23, 2013 I've just purchased an AVIC-X850BT and I'm having the same issue as the password is not being recognized. I've opened the SECURITY.DAT file and see on the first line the password. i think MY PASSWORD space ked space my password ek my password. is this correct? Is there another way to get this going? I'm frustrated because Pioneer are asking to return the unit. I really don't want to get this unit out of my car ship it and then wait 2 weeks to get it back. There has to be a way. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Romdawg Posted August 3, 2013 Report Share Posted August 3, 2013 Is this procedure work with Avic-Z150BH model as well? Thank you Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jool Posted November 5, 2013 Report Share Posted November 5, 2013 will this work on avic f930bt ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
REDLINE78 Posted November 6, 2013 Report Share Posted November 6, 2013 Hey I am new to this website and far from being computer savvy. I follow the instructions on how to obtain password for x850bt and for some reason the first time I put the SD card into my stereo it said it cannot access test mode. So I started all over and when I inserted the SD card it would not read it at all. Can anyone help me with this. Damn sure don't want to pull the stereo out send it to Pioneer and pay $80 for something that will prob take them 5 minutes to fix. I would appreciate any help I can get. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jool Posted November 6, 2013 Report Share Posted November 6, 2013 just like to say big thanks !!!! I tried this method on my avic f930bt and it worked perfect I used the volume keys to navigate to the FIRST USER folder NOT nand ,,, Quote Link to post Share on other sites
REDLINE78 Posted November 11, 2013 Report Share Posted November 11, 2013 The test mode key above worked great on the AVIC-X850BT unit. I was able to retrieve the password. I will however say, you only need to download testmode-x50v2.zip on a miniSD card and follow steps 4 and 5. Thanks for the post, saved me money and time since Pioneer wants you to take out the whole unit out, send to them with $80 for them to reset password, then send it back for you to reinstall. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
txtitan72 Posted November 11, 2013 Report Share Posted November 11, 2013 I went back and tried it again an finally read the right thread and got it to work. Thanks it ended up being the guy who installed it misspelled it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Theo1sp Posted November 25, 2013 Report Share Posted November 25, 2013 I changed my car battery and forgot the password to my avic-x850bt -totally forgot that I had set one and of course didn't remember. I spent a couple of days thinking about taking the unit out and sending it to the pioneer factory for service which I dreaded doing so I searched online an found this forum -thank goodness!! Downloaded the files and followed the instructions and was able to retrieve my password. Thanks, you guys ROCK!!! You saved me money and precious time. Now I can continue to listen to my music on my 2 hour commute to work much appreciated!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MikeJ Posted January 12, 2014 Report Share Posted January 12, 2014 Hi guys when I tray open the file and extract all I need the password for that's but I not find anywhere, so I cant copy on the radio, do you know what its the password for extract zip files. Thanks Mike. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
toddjump2 Posted February 2, 2014 Report Share Posted February 2, 2014 HI all I have tried these steps and have retrieved my password. I had been entering the correct password. After following these procedures I retrieved my password which is the same as I had been entering. My Avic will not except my password. Please HELP!! Any advise will be greatly appreciated. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
toddjump2 Posted February 2, 2014 Report Share Posted February 2, 2014 Mike password is avic411 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Clayton Posted February 5, 2014 Report Share Posted February 5, 2014 I want to thank you for your step by step instructions, I was successfull in retriving my Password from my x850BT!! Had to go back & reread, but it was just like you said. Now to figure out where my speed sencor wire is in my 2002 Excurison? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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