any progress in cracking this thing

Nope

Like mentioned earlier there isn't enough demand for this to be cracked. Don't hold your breath

Chad is correct.

The only reason we released this torrent was on the off-chance someone might (I said might) take an interest in it and find these files useful.

Acutally, we released it because we had several new members that insisted THEY could crack it if we made the image available.

Acutally, we released it because we had several new members that insisted THEY could crack it if we made the image available.

That too!

All,

I apologize for the delay in getting back on the boards. I'm downloading the file now, since I have my own legitimate upgrade and associated codes, I will begin reverse engineering the hash and see what I can turn up.

I am not stating I can complete the task at hand, but I will attempt to break the hash for fun. If I can break the hash, I WILL NOT release a keygenerator, but will utilize the information learned to focus on mods. If you want the upgrade, buy it.

(And Yes, I'm quite capable. I've been writing software for 14 years and specialize in encryption and security along with network intrusion detection.)

-Technyne

All,

 

I apologize for the delay in getting back on the boards. I'm downloading the file now, since I have my own legitimate upgrade and associated codes, I will begin reverse engineering the hash and see what I can turn up.

 

I am not stating I can complete the task at hand, but I will attempt to break the hash for fun. If I can break the hash, I WILL NOT release a keygenerator, but will utilize the information learned to focus on mods. If you want the upgrade, buy it.

 

(And Yes, I'm quite capable. I've been writing software for 14 years and specialize in encryption and security along with network intrusion detection.)

 

-Technyne

So basically you are no help to anyone wanting a cracked version? Here's your cookie!

All,

 

I apologize for the delay in getting back on the boards. I'm downloading the file now, since I have my own legitimate upgrade and associated codes, I will begin reverse engineering the hash and see what I can turn up.

 

I am not stating I can complete the task at hand, but I will attempt to break the hash for fun. If I can break the hash, I WILL NOT release a keygenerator, but will utilize the information learned to focus on mods. If you want the upgrade, buy it.

 

(And Yes, I'm quite capable. I've been writing software for 14 years and specialize in encryption and security along with network intrusion detection.)

 

-Technyne

I guess I'm a little confused.. If you bought the upgrade why would you be downloading the same thing again ?

So basically you are no help to anyone wanting a cracked version? Here's your cookie!

So in other words he's interested in helping the modding community and not stealing?

I'm good with that...

So basically you are no help to anyone wanting a cracked version? Here's your cookie!

So in other words he's interested in helping the modding community and not stealing?

I'm good with that...

Except that cracking an anti piracy key on a software upgrade has absolutely nothing to do with modding anything.

Except that cracking an anti piracy key on a software upgrade has absolutely nothing to do with modding anything.

You should not comment on things you have not been here long enough to know about. All of the mods for the F/X series were brought about by the first update that Pioneer issued for the F series.

So basically you are no help to anyone wanting a cracked version? Here's your cookie!

It's a shame that piracy is so widespread that you feel the need to insult someone who refuses to commit a crime. Although you may not view it as such, for me to create a "crack" for this is no different than asking you to rob a bank. Both robbing a bank and "cracking" software are illegal, and as such, have associated consequences. (i.e. Jail Time, fines etc..) I'll create a "crack" for you as soon as you rob the bank nearest to your location. I don't think any of the AVIC models will "navigate" you out of the US legal system for quite some time.

I guess I'm a little confused.. If you bought the upgrade why would you be downloading the same thing again ?

The more unique copies of the software I have, the more reference points I have to help LEGALLY reverse engineer the application. Essentially, I would be looking for similarities, differences, etc.. which helps pinpoint what files are identical on every set of SD Cards and what is not. Under normal circumstances, where you find the differences, is where you find the security we wish to reverse engineer.

So in other words he's interested in helping the modding community and not stealing?

I'm good with that...

Correct, I do not have a problem augmenting a wonderful product in the name of "fair use" but I will not contribute to piracy intentionally.

Except that cracking an anti piracy key on a software upgrade has absolutely nothing to do with modding anything. Maybe with this coupled with a speak and spell it will make phoning home a little easier for him

It is clear that you know very little about the AVIC units, use the search function on these forums and you will learn that nearly all mods were found/released/exploited by reverse engineering the upgrades as they came out.

You should not comment on things you have not been here long enough to know about. All of the mods for the F/X series were brought about by the first update that Pioneer issued for the F series.

Agreed! The part that bothers me is that the majority of the time, the people that benefit the most from the fruits of the labor, are the exact same people that are first to complain/insult/whine about something they got for nothing. "chad711", "Steve6534" that means you.

I'd really prefer to keep this thread on topic and not have it filled up with "E-Thug" insult battles, but I felt that the whining should at the very least be addressed and my intentions be made crystal clear.

-Technyne

All points both for and against have been made at this point and I agree with Technyne that we need to get back on topic. I will be monitoring it to make sure it stays that way.

Agreed! The part that bothers me is that the majority of the time, the people that benefit the most from the fruits of the labor, are the exact same people that are first to complain/insult/whine about something they got for nothing. "chad711", "Steve6534" that means you.

 

-Technyne

Yeah I paid for my update. Didn't get it for nothing. I'm sure everyone is looking forward to seeing your help. I'll stay tuned...

(is that better VBLUE42?)

Yes, much better.

Technyne,

I ordered, and am waiting to recieve my sd update this friday. I would be more than happy, once I have updted my Z110 of course, to share all the info I have on the update proccess with you. I am more interested in modding the 120 GUI than the actually "hack" of the update. As an installer, I have had the luxury of playing with a z120, and some of the changes could have been left out in my opinion.

I got the update for 124 on amazon!

Wanted to hack it but for that price why bother.

It is 177 with free shipping

minus 30% off coupon they sent me on pioneer stuff.

=124!

coupon code: UIBMC8UY

Good through august 21st so hurry!

Mine wont ship till next month but I'm excited!

Share this, maybe other deals with this coupon on nav systems.

that code seems not to be working.

I am more interested in modding the 120 GUI

Dont count on that ever happening.

that code seems not to be working.

You need to select Amazon as the seller, not the other vendor (The Price Bros) who actually has a lower pre-coupon price - $167.xx I think.

I just worked for me.

worked for me - thanks!

Technyne,

I ordered, and am waiting to recieve my sd update this friday. I would be more than happy, once I have updted my Z110 of course, to share all the info I have on the update proccess with you. I am more interested in modding the 120 GUI than the actually "hack" of the update. As an installer, I have had the luxury of playing with a z120, and some of the changes could have been left out in my opinion.

Please send me a PM when you have completed your upgrade and I will allocate FTP space for you to copy your images to.

Thank you for your help!!

-Technyne

Please send me a PM when you have completed your upgrade and I will allocate FTP space for you to copy your images to.

 

Thank you for your help!!

 

-Technyne

So what is your progress on this?

I got the update for 124 on amazon!

 

Wanted to hack it but for that price why bother.

 

It is 177 with free shipping

 

minus 30% off coupon they sent me on pioneer stuff.

 

=124!

 

coupon code: UIBMC8UY

 

Good through august 21st so hurry!

 

Mine wont ship till next month but I'm excited!

 

 

Share this, maybe other deals with this coupon on nav systems.

Just placed my order and it still works!!! Thanks man!

Only problem is delivery date is "September 20, 2010 - October 4, 2010"

Has anyone tried using the update on more than one head unit? Say if I had an extra one and wanted to update both?