New firmware for 5990/37..Thanks to vb6rocod

[philips599037]

philips599037,

Please, can you update your DivX logo version with this new 8-line File Browser? And if possible, use your wallpaper on the File Browser too so both screen appear seamless.

I would love to be able to use the DivX Logo as the File Browser background but vb6rocod hasn't made just his File Browser without a background available nor will he make the image, sorry. I too really want a seamless transition.

https://forum.videohelp.com/topic355675-360.html#1925132

Here's just the DivX logo...

http://rapidshare.de/files/42607029/DVP5990_37_vb6_v3_DivX_Logo.rar.html

[sicklemoon]

The DVP5990_37_vb6_v3_DivX_Logo is working perfectly. The 8-line File Browser is a huge improvement. I don't understand why the DivX logo and its wallpaper isn't voted as the standard. It is more classy and elegant and does not make one's TV set appear as a PHILIPS brand. Some posters here also agree that the DivX logo is the best looking. I still prefer vb6rocod's File Browser design though. Thanks again for the quick update.

[Tripper_]

The DVP5990_37_vb6_v3_DivX_Logo is working perfectly. The 8-line File Browser is a huge improvement. I don't understand why the DivX logo and its wallpaper isn't voted as the standard. It is more classy and elegant and does not make one's TV set appear as a PHILIPS brand. Some posters here also agree that the DivX logo is the best looking. I still prefer vb6rocod's File Browser design though. Thanks again for the quick update.

You can change the background yourself. Here's the link to the program.

http://personal.inet.fi/cool/mediatek/programs/mtkremaker.html

[u4s]

philips599037,
Please, can you update your DivX logo version with this new 8-line File Browser? And if possible, use your wallpaper on the File Browser too so both screen appear seamless.

I would love to be able to use the DivX Logo as the File Browser background but vb6rocod hasn't made just his File Browser without a background available nor will he make the image, sorry. I too really want a seamless transition.
https://forum.videohelp.com/topic355675-360.html#1925132
Here's just the DivX logo...
http://rapidshare.de/files/42607029/DVP5990_37_vb6_v3_DivX_Logo.rar.html

We Also Tried The Latest FirmWare Version (DVP5990_37_vb6_v3_DivX_Logo) For The Philips DVP5990_37 Player And (Again) We're Favorably Impressed!

Thank You (And Vb6rocod Of Course) *Very, Very* Much For Your Efforts.

NOTE: Our Preliminary Testings With This Latest FirmWare Version Were Similar To Our Previous Testings With Older FirmWare Versions.

[Tripper_]

Fantastic update!!! Thanks vb6rocod for all your hard work.

[sicklemoon]

You can change the background yourself. Here's the link to the program.

http://personal.inet.fi/cool/mediatek/programs/mtkremaker.html

Thanks for pointing that out but philips599037 already explained why he is unable to change the File Browser background to match his DivX logo even if that is what he wanted to do.

[Oosername]

Hi vb6rocod & hello again from NZ!
Can I ask for a version of this for my DVP5990K/75 ?
Much oblidged .... and please accept my thanks and admiration for the work you are doing developing & improving the look, feel & effectiveness of this machine.

Cheers now ...O!

[vb6rocod]

You can change the background yourself. Here's the link to the program.

http://personal.inet.fi/cool/mediatek/programs/mtkremaker.html

Thanks for pointing that out but philips599037 already explained why he is unable to change the File Browser background to match his DivX logo even if that is what he wanted to do.

I use what I have. In v3 I must resize old filebrowser to match. I'm not an artist, I leave this part of work to you.
But, big attention when make any change in firmware (I already write about this).
Here is picture for filebrowser. Use this as model:
http://rapidshare.de/files/42673950/B3.rar.html

[vb6rocod]

Update 5990K_75 (not tested)
Update 5990K_55 (tested)

* 8 lines in filebrowser
* Jpeg preview in "background"
* No MP3 TAG (no space)
* CD LOGO (5990K_55) , DivX LOGO (5990K_75)
* Partial fix volume level. Volume is not changed when switch disk, etc. Not stored on power on/off.
* Partial remove UOP (User operation prohibition)

DOWNLOAD

DVP5990K_75_vb6_v3.rar
http://rapidshare.de/files/42696897/DVP5990K_75_vb6_v3.rar.html

DVP5990K_55_vb6_v3.rar
http://rapidshare.de/files/42481450/DVP5990K_55_vb6_v3.rar.html

Question: If press "Vocal" key first is "MIC" and second is "VOL" (and can be changed with arrow left-right) ?

[emagon4523]

FLAC support?

is it a hardware limitation of the 5990 or is it somethign you can add vb6rocod?

[lepa71]

vb6rocod

Is it possible to make v3 with 1251, please?

Thanks

[Gareee]

I don't get email bots for a few weeks, and looks like there's a new update released already!

Its like Christmas revisiting this thread every time!

[philips599037]

vb6rocod

I wanted to add a couple lines to the V2 File Browser but I cannot figure out how you did it. I think I can add at least two more lines without having to modify the browser size.

Can you tell me what to change using UltaEdit, MTKwindows, and MTKremaker?

Thanks.

[Oosername]

Update 5990K_75 (not tested)
Update 5990K_55 (tested)

* 8 lines in filebrowser
* Jpeg preview in "background"
* No MP3 TAG (no space)
* CD LOGO (5990K_55) , DivX LOGO (5990K_75)
* Partial fix volume level. Volume is not changed when switch disk, etc. Not stored on power on/off.
* Partial remove UOP (User operation prohibition)

DOWNLOAD

DVP5990K_75_vb6_v3.rar
http://rapidshare.de/files/42696897/DVP5990K_75_vb6_v3.rar.html

DVP5990K_55_vb6_v3.rar
http://rapidshare.de/files/42481450/DVP5990K_55_vb6_v3.rar.html

Question: If press "Vocal" key first is "MIC" and second is "VOL" (and can be changed with arrow left-right) ?

Gidday VB6ROCOD!
I've installed DVP5990K_75_vb6_v3.rar (as above) and have no problems with it. The 8 line browser is superb! Well done & again, thanks!
However, I don't get the VOLUME working at all. For me, this is not an issue, since I choose to leave the dvd volume set at 20 on the General Setup Page, and I don't imagine I would ever change this. Incidentally, I tried this using all 3 of my Philips dvd remotes RC-5220, 2422 549 01933 from my 3252, and RC2K12 from an old DVP64?. All controlled the DVP5990K, but none were successful with the VOLUME control via the Repeat key(s).

I'm sorry but I'm not sure I understand your: Question: If press "Vocal" key first is "MIC" and second is "VOL" (and can be changed with arrow left-right) ? But on avi playback, VOCAL is defeated, on dvd it cycles through its normal options.
There is also a KARAOKE key. If that is pressed it does MIC ON first and VOL second, and this can be changed by left/right arrow keys from VOL 00 to VOL 20. NOTE however that this does NOT actually affect playback audio volume of the media file I'm watching. I presume it affects the volume of the microphone. I haven't myself used a microphone at all with this device. I find I have little need of a microphone now I've my whisky intake under control.

I note you provide a link above also for DVP5990K_55. Would I damage my DVP5990K/75 by installing it?

Cheers from the South Pacific!

[vb6rocod]

vb6rocod

I wanted to add a couple lines to the V2 File Browser but I cannot figure out how you did it. I think I can add at least two more lines without having to modify the browser size.

Can you tell me what to change using UltaEdit, MTKwindows, and MTKremaker?

Thanks.

Impossible, I work one week to find where and what is need to be changed. It's not so simple....

[vb6rocod]

vb6rocod

Is it possible to make v3 with 1251, please?

Thanks

For CP 1250, 1251, 1253 and 1254

DVP5990_37_vb6_v3_CP.rar
http://rapidshare.de/files/43068512/DVP5990_37_vb6_v3_CP.rar.html

And with volume on repeat keys.
DVP5990_37_vb6_v3_CP_volume.rar
http://rapidshare.de/files/43069668/DVP5990_37_vb6_v3_CP_volume.rar.html

Note: For CP 1251 CD LOGO (no space for DivX LOGO) , for rest DivX LOGO.

[vb6rocod]

I note you provide a link above also for DVP5990K_55. Would I damage my DVP5990K/75 by installing it?

YES. The only difference is in OSD language (in k_55 English, Spanish and Portuguese) in rest is the same.

[scloughley]

I downloaded the file below but my player doesn't recognise it - I tried both a CD and a USB (FAT32) key.
The key has other files on it, but the .BIN file is in the root as you specify.
I get "disk not recognised" from the CD drive.
Any idea what the problem might be?

DVP5990K_55_vb6_v3.rar
http://rapidshare.de/files/42481450/DVP5990K_55_vb6_v3.rar.html

[lepa71]

So to make this happened, do I just have to export all fonts from previous firmware that supported CP1251 and then imported them one by one into a new firmware when it comes available?

Thanks vb6rocod

vb6rocod

Is it possible to make v3 with 1251, please?

Thanks

For CP 1250, 1251, 1253 and 1254

DVP5990_37_vb6_v3_CP.rar
http://rapidshare.de/files/43068512/DVP5990_37_vb6_v3_CP.rar.html

And with volume on repeat keys.
DVP5990_37_vb6_v3_CP_volume.rar
http://rapidshare.de/files/43069668/DVP5990_37_vb6_v3_CP_volume.rar.html

Note: For CP 1251 CD LOGO (no space for DivX LOGO) , for rest DivX LOGO.

[vb6rocod]

I downloaded the file below but my player doesn't recognise it - I tried both a CD and a USB (FAT32) key.
The key has other files on it, but the .BIN file is in the root as you specify.
I get "disk not recognised" from the CD drive.
Any idea what the problem might be?

DVP5990K_55_vb6_v3.rar
http://rapidshare.de/files/42481450/DVP5990K_55_vb6_v3.rar.html

Are sure that your player is 5990K_55 ?

[vb6rocod]

So to make this happened, do I just have to export all fonts from previous firmware that supported CP1251 and then imported them one by one into a new firmware when it comes available?

Thanks vb6rocod

vb6rocod

Is it possible to make v3 with 1251, please?

Thanks

For CP 1250, 1251, 1253 and 1254

DVP5990_37_vb6_v3_CP.rar
http://rapidshare.de/files/43068512/DVP5990_37_vb6_v3_CP.rar.html

And with volume on repeat keys.
DVP5990_37_vb6_v3_CP_volume.rar
http://rapidshare.de/files/43069668/DVP5990_37_vb6_v3_CP_volume.rar.html

Note: For CP 1251 CD LOGO (no space for DivX LOGO) , for rest DivX LOGO.

On this links you have a version for 1251 (in fact 2 ,with and without volume on repeat keys).Also this version support Cyrillic in filebrowser. What do you want more ?

[lepa71]

I don't really want to bug you every time you make a new firmware and by learning I can do it myself. If it's Ok with you.

Thanks

So to make this happened, do I just have to export all fonts from previous firmware that supported CP1251 and then imported them one by one into a new firmware when it comes available?

Thanks vb6rocod

vb6rocod

Is it possible to make v3 with 1251, please?

Thanks

For CP 1250, 1251, 1253 and 1254

DVP5990_37_vb6_v3_CP.rar
http://rapidshare.de/files/43068512/DVP5990_37_vb6_v3_CP.rar.html

And with volume on repeat keys.
DVP5990_37_vb6_v3_CP_volume.rar
http://rapidshare.de/files/43069668/DVP5990_37_vb6_v3_CP_volume.rar.html

Note: For CP 1251 CD LOGO (no space for DivX LOGO) , for rest DivX LOGO.

On this links you have a version for 1251 (in fact 2 ,with and without volume on repeat keys).Also this version support Cyrillic in filebrowser. What do you want more ?

[lepa71]

I downloaded the file below but my player doesn't recognise it - I tried both a CD and a USB (FAT32) key.
The key has other files on it, but the .BIN file is in the root as you specify.
I get "disk not recognised" from the CD drive.
Any idea what the problem might be?

DVP5990K_55_vb6_v3.rar
http://rapidshare.de/files/42481450/DVP5990K_55_vb6_v3.rar.html

Did you unrar the .bin file and then put on CD?

[scloughley]

Actually I found the problem - I was downloading the wrong file!
Thanks anyhow for your speedy response.

Is there a way to suppress the large Philips logo at the start - reverting to a blank screen or to the original misty-looking screen?

[philips599037]

Actually I found the problem - I was downloading the wrong file!
Thanks anyhow for your speedy response.

Is there a way to suppress the large Philips logo at the start - reverting to a blank screen or to the original misty-looking screen?

I can change it to the original or a black screen if you wish or there are several different ones you can choose from in this thread. I'm kind of confused which model you actually have, let me know.

[scloughley]

I have a DVP5990/37. You have a choice of logo? NICE.

Some comments/thoughts.

The key benefits for me of your firmware are two things. The ability to go straight to the movie without the annoying clutter of having to move through "coming shortly" and advertising. This is really excellent. And the longer file names for files on a USB stick. Also truly excellent.
I assume that your feature relating to subtitles (colours, sizes, positions) pertains only to subtitles on DIVX files and not on regular movies that you'd play from a DVD? I played a DVD with subtitles and they are yellow, whereas your firmware is white by default.

Suggestions:
Is it necessary to change the fonts and color schemes on the menus under "setup" and "display" and also the fonts and colour used when displaying the folder structure (with the longer filenames) when you hit the USB key? I actually like the soft color schemes that the player has by default. Where your color scheme really seems to be intrusive is the "Display" menu during DVD playback. The default Philips one looks much nicer.
I ACKNOWLEDGE here 2 things. First, you are doing this for free! And second, colors are very much an issue of taste. What looks good to one person may look terrible to another.
So don't get me wrong, I am VERY HAPPY to have your free firmware which functionally does wonderful things. But aesthetically, I'd like to have the choice to just go with what Philips designers chose. They did a good job (to my eye)!

Main thing is - this works, and it's great. Thank you very much.

[Tripper_]

I getting tired of all the color scheme, logo changes, etc.. Be thankful for what vb6rocod has done. If you want it a different way use one of the older firmware versions or learn how to make the changes yourself.

[Gareee]

The changes I originally proposed were just to reduce screen burn. And we wouldn't have that reduction if I hadn't requested it.

IMHO other people come up with ideas that can be beneficial, so there's nothing wrong with coming up with new ideas.

Personally, I've never seen a tutorial anywhere on how to make image changes like that, so it's beyond me.

I'm sure many others are in the same situation.

[Tripper_]

The changes I originally proposed were just to reduce screen burn. And we wouldn't have that reduction if I hadn't requested it.

IMHO other people come up with ideas that can be beneficial, so there's nothing wrong with coming up with new ideas.

Personally, I've never seen a tutorial anywhere on how to make image changes like that, so it's beyond me.

I'm sure many others are in the same situation.

My issue is not people helping each other. It's people hounding vb6rocod over every little thing. I guess everyone want be happy until you've chased vb6rocod off.

Here is a list of links and tools that will help you change the logo, fonts, etc.

http://board.softpedia.com/index.php?s=61e6c26d957e30b353751a05dfa6c6bc&showtopic=2786

[scloughley]

"My issue is not people helping each other. It's people hounding vb6rocod over every little thing. I guess everyone want be happy until you've chased vb6rocod off. "

I assume you don't refer to my email about suggestions, since polite suggestions of course are not the same as hounding.