well looks my update is complete...just doing the bluetooth update and its all done.....thank you Ron for your help earlier and thank you everyone else for making this possible.... make sure you dont download the condi hackmode by accident!!
azrael,
If you cant boot into testmode, then it isnt good. Only other thing to check is to make sure you completely disconnect power from your avic for a few seconds (ACC and B+) - example, remove power connector. And then try to power the unit back up. That might give it a hard reset.
Other thing to make sure you tried another sd card or usb.
However, if you dont even see the pioneer logo it's not good.
WRT to ebay fixes, not sure they can help - most of them dont do anything but boot into testmode, reset your unit, and load latest software. Everything you can do from following one of the threads here. They are usually just "software" fixers, and will state that they dont do any hardware repairs.
looks like sheka's google docs link is dead.. it's time for somebody to post a torrent...
looks like sheka's google docs link is dead.. it's time for somebody to post a torrent...
http://thepiratebay.se/torrent/7672652/Pioneer_2012_US-CAN_Map_Upgrade
Another success story, thanks to the leaders on this thread for providing the files, the knowledge, and the instructions.
I copied/pasted/edited Creef412 status report on page 12 because it does a good job structuring the steps taken and results observed.
My Unit: Z130BT running the Firmware Update Version 3.001 from Pioneer website.
On Laptop running Win7 - 32 Bit:
1. Copied RenewalIFLib-AUTO-REPLACER v1.2 script and RenewalIFLib file from page 1 of this thread to freshly Quick-Formatted FAT32 8GB usb drive.
2. Copied CNSD-310FM files from the Z140 Files.rar (I DID NOT replace the CARDINFO file, I used the one included in the Z140 Files.rar) on a Quick-Formatted 32GB FAT32 SD card.
In the Car:
1. Connected USB drive to usb port.
2. Power on auto (ACC power). Unit began to boot and ran the script on the USB drive. (backed up files to USB, delete files, copied new RenewalIFLib to the 2 locations). After the script completed the unit restarted and booted like normal.
3. Inserted SD card and within 5 seconds the unit asked if i wanted to install the update. Entered bogus 16 digit password and install commenced. The install took about 25 minutes. The Z130BT unit rebooted to normal operational screen.
4. Went to the Bluetooth settings and did a firmware upgrade to 3.24. (took about 10 minutes)
I had no issues or hiccups. I have not tried any new functions, though I have a Samsung Galaxy S3 that I intend to connect via USB for Pandora control. I had already been using the S3 to play Pandora via Bluetooth (control via S3 phone screen).
Thanks again to everyone for sharing and advising.
Another success story, thanks to the leaders on this thread for providing the files, the knowledge, and the instructions.
I copied/pasted/edited Creef412 status report on page 12 because it does a good job structuring the steps taken and results observed.
My Unit: Z130BT running the Firmware Update Version 3.001 from Pioneer website.
On Laptop running Win7 - 32 Bit:
1. Copied RenewalIFLib-AUTO-REPLACER v1.2 script and RenewalIFLib file from page 1 of this thread to freshly Quick-Formatted FAT32 8GB usb drive.
2. Copied CNSD-310FM files from the Z140 Files.rar (I DID NOT replace the CARDINFO file, I used the one included in the Z140 Files.rar) on a Quick-Formatted 32GB FAT32 SD card.
In the Car:
1. Connected USB drive to usb port.
2. Power on auto (ACC power). Unit began to boot and ran the script on the USB drive. (backed up files to USB, delete files, copied new RenewalIFLib to the 2 locations). After the script completed the unit restarted and booted like normal.
3. Inserted SD card and within 5 seconds the unit asked if i wanted to install the update. Entered bogus 16 digit password and install commenced. The install took about 25 minutes. The Z130BT unit rebooted to normal operational screen.
4. Went to the Bluetooth settings and did a firmware upgrade to 3.24. (took about 10 minutes)
I had no issues or hiccups. I have not tried any new functions, though I have a Samsung Galaxy S3 that I intend to connect via USB for Pandora control. I had already been using the S3 to play Pandora via Bluetooth (control via S3 phone screen).
Thanks again to everyone for sharing and advising.
SUCCESS!
I did the exact same steps as B1978J and had no problems with update.
AVIC Z130BT
I was in the same boat today, my problem was caused by inadvertently installing "Condi's HACKMODE v2.21 - AUTOINSTAL" instead of "RenewalIFLib-AUTO-REPLACER v1.2". It looked like the install worked, but on reboot threw an error message in 3 languages saying something about not finding any application (or words to that effect). I fixed it by:
1. Backing up /user (shoulda done that b4)
2. Renaming /USER/PRGx.FLG to /USER/PRG.FLG (had to copy it to SD & rename on computer).
3. Above might of fixed it, but I also deleted /USER/PRG0/APL/AV and AV.mscr, then copied AV app from PRG1/APL.
4. Remove Testmode SD
5 Rebooted fine into my old CNSD210-FM software. So I was back where I started - more-or-less - using PRG1 apps.
6. Went back and followed the "correct" instructions on installing "RenewalIFLib-AUTO-REPLACER v1.2" and the right CardInfo.cif for CNSD-210FM.
7. Installed the Z140 SD with no issues.
I think i did the same thing on my z120 too but for some reason i could have sworn that i backed up my user folder to the pc but i guess i should have double checked. I can boot up into test mode but does anyone have the original user folder so i can replace my damaged one? I can boot up only to the splash screen but gets stuck there unless i go into test mode. any help would be appreciated.
I think i did the same thing on my z120 too but for some reason i could have sworn that i backed up my user folder to the pc but i guess i should have double checked. I can boot up into test mode but does anyone have the original user folder so i can replace my damaged one? I can boot up only to the splash screen but gets stuck there unless i go into test mode. any help would be appreciated.
What version were you running before installing Condi's Hackmode? That's the version of /USER you'll need. Actually, you probably only need one good PRG0 or PRG1, then use PRG.FLG to point the boot loader to PRG1 if necessary. Have you tried this? In my case, no harm was done to PRG1. I am assuming that PRG1 was my active folder prior to the screw-up because it still had working Z130 software.
Also, if you had previously upgraded you Z120 w/CNDS-210FM, you could just copy the APL files off that SD (or RAR) if you kept it.
What version were you running before installing Condi's Hackmode? That's the version of /USER you'll need. Actually, you probably only need one good PRG0 or PRG1, then use PRG.FLG to point the boot loader to PRG1 if necessary. Have you tried this? In my case, no harm was done to PRG1. I am assuming that PRG1 was my active folder prior to the screw-up because it still had working Z130 software.
Also, if you had previously upgraded you Z120 w/CNDS-210FM, you could just copy the APL files off that SD (or RAR) if you kept it.
platform : 3.000
application: 3.001
version: 03.0000
I have both PRG0 and PRG1 folders but did not find PRG.FLG anywhere. Im going to redownload CNDS-210FM and repace the APL files and see if that will work. Driving around with a missing center dash consel and radio sucks. lol had to use my sgs3 for music in the car. lol
If you dont have PRG.FLG in /USER then you might have good files in PRG1. PRG.FLG is just an empty (0 length) file. In my case, the Condi Hackmode script renamed it to PRGx.FLG.
Since Testmode doesn't support RENAME, you would need to copy it to SD, load the SD on your computer, and rename it. But since it is an empty file, why go through that bother. Open an editor (Notepad on Win) and save an empty file. You might need to rename it to PRG.FLG. Copy it to SD, and boot the HU into TestMode, then copy PRG.FLG from SD to /USER
well now it boots up to "there is no applicable program." cant get it out of that...ahhh 
well now it boots up to "there is no applicable program." cant get it out of that...ahhh
I hope that was just from installing /USER/PRG.FLG.
If so now it seems time to copy all the files from CNSD210FM SD1/Update/USER/PRG to /USER/PRG1 (assuming you leave PRG.FLG in /USER) or to both /USER/PRG0 and PRG1 if you feel like burning all your bridges.
I hope the was just from installing /USER/PRG.FLG.
If so now it seems time to copy all the files from CNSD210FM SD1/Update/USER/PRG to /USER/PRG1 (assuming you leave PRG.FLG in /USER) or to both /USER/PRG0 and PRG1 if you feel like burning all your bridges.
You are a life saver! that worked. booted up to splash screen and i thought for a moment i was doomed but then the "ok" screen came on and navi popped up on the screen. now to make a backup again and retry. yaaay. 
I just wanted to say you guys are awesome!!! I have the AVIC-X930BT and have been very disappointed with the GPS unit and therefore not willing to give them an extra $120. This hack worked perfectly and maybe if they have fixed a bunch of issues, I might be willing to buy this upgrade. Thanks for making this available and I will let you know what I think.
I had the same error and fixed it by renaming the PRGx.FLG to PRG.FLG
so I am now back at square one I need to update my unit AVIC F20BT to CNSD-210FM I have downloaded the 210FM rar what do I need to do now?
I had the same error and fixed it by renaming the PRGx.FLG to PRG.FLG
so I am now back at square one I need to update my unit AVIC F20BT to CNSD-210FM I have downloaded the 210FM rar what do I need to do now?
It's been well covered here: http://avic411.com/i...-download-2011/
Let's not hijack this thread.
Sorry for that, On another note I did eventually get the CNSD-210 update to run, Has anyone tried the EU version of the 310 update yet?
don't see any links to it anywhere.
Hello everybody!
My name is Marcelo, i am from Brazil.
Since some of you guys did the upgrade from Z130 to Z140, i would like to know if APPadvance mode is working well in z130 model. This is a great feature to me, since i do not have brazilian maps on my z130. With appadvancemode i can use another gps app from my iphone.
Best regards!
Works perfect the 130 to 140 with iphone 4 os4 i will test this week with os5 more options are in the appradio for os5. Doesnt work me for android im still trying
it works fine for me on x930bt upgraded to 2012 (x940bt) with iphone 4 and ios 6. Appmode compatible apps work fine. Iphone 5 however has known issues with anything but audio since it uses new cable. That is discussed in other threads.
Whelp, I sent my bricked Z110BT (upgraded to Z130BT software) to a repair shop in California over Ebay and put it back in today.
Now my question is, is it possible to upgrade directly from the Z110BT software to Z140BH with the 2012 maps? Or do I have to go through the step by step process with the other upgrades first?
EDIT: Went out tonight to give it a shot anyway and the only problem I ran into was needing to replace the cardinfo file, otherwise everything went swimmingly! Even though I've replaced the battery with a new Autocraft gold, I still kept the car idling as the update was working it's way through to keep anything from happening.
Thanks for those that made this possible!
Where can I find "Z140 Files.rar", I've search this forum, and google?
Thanks!
EDIT
Wasn't looking hard enough...
Found a link here: http://avic411.com/index.php?/topic/35280-upgrading-a-x920x930-to-x940-instructions/page__st__45&do=findComment&comment=257060
I just connect a battery charger when I'm updating. Saves gas.
i found a super simple method to update. I updated first post.. need some folks that havent updated yet to test and let me know if it works without hacks, dlls, password, testmode, etc etc
i found a super simple method to update. I updated first post.. need some folks that havent updated yet to test and let me know if it works without hacks, dlls, password, testmode, etc etc
Gonna test now hope i don't brick this ish SUCCESS !!!!!!