The pivos xios ds is android based, its firmware readily updatable into android 4. Pivos unveils xios xs android xbmc tv box powered by. Ximenia july 2012 template demo ximenia july 2012 template demo tezak, nov 12, 2012. The pivos xios ds media play is a unique device, to say the least. Box contents check to see if all the contents are in the box. User manual pivos aios hd media center user manual 36 pages. We have 1 pivos aios hd media center manual available for free pdf download. Pivos media player user manuals download manualslib. Introduction pivos xios ds media player pivos technology group is a coalition of industry professionals which all collectively work toward a common mission of providing excellent digital cutting edge solutions to users who want the best experience from their home av and multiplatform environments. Can anyone think of a better way to control the app other than using the xios remote control. Still considering the newly released xios xs as i have coworkers who have the older xios ds and like it and pivos is mentioned as a company that supports its products well according to comments ive seen. Manualslib has more than 3 pivos manuals checkout popular pivos categories media player manuals. It allows users to play and view most videos, music, podcasts, and other digital media files from local and network storage media and the internet.
In this video i demonstrate how you can expand the memory of your xios ds to allow you to store all your user data on a microsd card. Guide using a harmony with amlogic devices amlogic. Improved opengl es and egl support pivos xios ds and raspberry pi as reference devices added ability to run a split display resolution for gui and video playback on embedded platforms 1 enabled dirty regions rendering to redraw whole screen on single dirty region by default on all platforms 2 3. The idea from pivos is to make the xios ds media play. Xbmc is a bit of a storage hog for user data so you really want to get it off the internal storage. I have an pivos xios ds, and the amazon fire tv runs circles around it, and not sure if the xs model will outdo the amazon fire tv. Unboxing the xios ds is a tidy and compact package. However, if you are a bit of an average user when it comes to android devices, xbmc and smart tvs and arent willing to learn the tricks of the trade, then id stay away from the pivos xios ds. The pivos xios ds media player, is one of my favorite android media players on the market to day. Couple that with media playing capabilities of xbmc, and you have the makings of an inexpensive mini htpc. This time around pivos uses the tofu media center gui, which is a pivos customized version of xmbc that sits on top of the android 4. As of feb 01 20, the pivos group has two options for the user. Oct 18, 2012 looks like pivos is arriving to the uk just on time for christmas i hope, saw this on twitter pivos xios ds media play. Even if this platform is similar to pivos xios ds, it does not mean all pivos software especially linux uboot will work on the zapa10gv12, and if you just want to use xbmc, youd probably better stick to the pivos stb, at least for now.
A little over a year ago, we took a look at the pivos xios ds media play entertainment center and found it to be a unique device with a lot to offer. Pivos seems to think so and offers their xios ds media play, an androidpowered box that connects to your tv. Pivos xios ds performs roughly at the level as a jailbroken atv2, but also comes with usb ports, microsd card, and doesnt need to be jailbroken. The firmware also reflects this improvements with its new release adding to its stability and performance. Enjoy the ability to stream all your favorite audio and video as well as a massive collection of apps and premium online content. Pivos ultra slim xios ds hd wifi media player w remote. Plugin the hdmi cable to your tv and the other end to your pivos xios ds unit. Manuals and user guides for pivos aios hd media center. Pivos xios ds is an armbased media player settop box that can run kodi on either android or linux. This method can be used to update to either android or xbmclinux firmware. Page 5 manual dhcp and manual dns for customized settings.
I always find that when i reset the media player to factory default or upgrading the firmware, troublesome. When xbmc android development was announced in 2012, the main development platform was pivos xios ds, a tv box based on amlogic aml8726m1 that can run either xbmc linux or android, and the company pivos group was the main sponsor and contributor for xbmc on arm. I ended up with a tweaked nf for a pivos xios ds loads of buttons, its in the logitech database and its fairly easy to set up. System freeze when pressing the dock remote button. User manuals, pivos media player operating guides and service manuals. May 12, 20 in this video i demonstrate how you can expand the memory of your xios ds to allow you to store all your user data on a microsd card. May 29, 2014 pivos unveils xios xs android xbmc tv box powered by amlogic aml8726mx processor when xbmc android development was announced in 2012, the main development platform was pivos xios ds, a tv box based on amlogic aml8726m1 that can run either xbmc linux or android, and the company pivos group was the main sponsor and contributor for xbmc on arm.
No lirc on these things, so its all about the nf file. View entire discussion 3 comments more posts from the xbmc community. The android version shipped on the pivos xios ds media center you have is most likely out of date and we want to have the latest available version so we experience less problems with any bugs that the software my have. Pivos describes the xios ds as the marriage between digital home entertainment and the powerful android platform, and i got the opportunity to see if it lives up to their claims. Reset your pivos xios ds media player without using the upgrade pinhole button. Custom firmwares the pivos aios high definition media player.
I have some experience with these players, and up until now, it hasnt been good. It uses a 10foot user interface and is designed to be a media player for the livingroom, using a remote control as the primary input device. First up on the main desktopsplash screen you are greeted with some options. If user press play button on the folder, xtreamer play all of subfolderlimit of depth. I have tried to use the mb3 iphone app and the remote. This is a tiny device which runs either a version of android or linux and is a crossbreed between being a media player and casual gaming device. User manual 27 pages summary of contents for pivos aios. Sign up allow firmware update of pivos device xs and ds via kodi addon. Step 3 updating your pivos xios ds firmware software we are now going to update your pivos xios ds firmware. The pivos xios ds is a nice small androidand linux media box with plenty of power, io connectors and possibilities the pivos xios ds allows you to run a specially tailored version of linux bundled with the acclaimed xbmc media player as this linux version is specifically tuned for running xbmc only, it boots ultra fast into xbmc interface. Pivos xios ds uk version will be available at the start of december 2012. With the new european m3 version of the cortex a9, and the 1 gb ram, you can now download the latest firmware directly with the xios ds. Kodi is available for multiple operatingsystems and hardware platforms, featuring a 10foot user interface for use with televisions and remote controls. Its ability to bring a full fledged android os to your big screen tv can be an enjoyable experience.
Overall it was a pretty nice setup but as time went on it aged and like most android based devices the upgrades to the newer os and features began to slow it down a bit so pivos took this as the opportune time to act and upgrade and with that comes the new model we have today, the xios xs. We have updated to the latest version of the xios ds firmware found on the pivos website. Fast forward to today, and we now have an updated version called the pivos xios xs. Pivos technology group is someone we heard from awhile back with the xios ds media player. I would definitely recommend the pivos xios ds to anybody who wants a relatively inexpensive way to set up a dedicated media center that does not involve having to cable your computer to your tv. Mar, 20 the xios ds media play comes in a solid, high quality box that is literally covered with information about the unit on all sides. The app itself seems to work great, but im having a terrible time controlling it. Pivos unveils xios xs android xbmc tv box powered by amlogic. As to what to get well xbmc is king of the hill if you want a fancy gui and great media support plus tons of addons, you can now buy an xbmc set top box called the pivos xios ds, they are very new and still need debugging but long term is the easiest way to get xbmc. You can now safely remove your micro sd card from your computer then stick it into the microsd card slot on the side of your pivos xios ds unit. It allows users to play and view most videos, music, podcasts, and other digital media files from local and network storage media and the. Pivos technology group has 20 repositories available. Apr 08, 20 i would definitely recommend the pivos xios ds to anybody who wants a relatively inexpensive way to set up a dedicated media center that does not involve having to cable your computer to your tv.
Oct 03, 2012 pivos is relying on a significant amount of these types of users with the introduction of the pivos xios ds. I would also recommend the pivos over the roku or wd tv or equivalents which have less capabilities. Oct 18, 2012 with the new european m3 version of the cortex a9, and the 1 gb ram, you can now download the latest firmware directly with the xios ds. Updated installing xbmc linux port to the pivos xios ds.
I guess youve got fire tv, ouya, pivos xs, nuc type pcs much more expensive though probably the best xbmc experience. Aug 21, 2012 reset android on pivos xios ds media play. With the xios ds, connect entertainment and productivity to your hdtv. Demo shows how to update your xios ds from android based firmware. The xios ds is an android powered device capable of high definition playback. Pivos releases tofulinux for the xios series media players. There has been a few improvements from the original pivos xios ds including new m3 cortex a9 processors and 1gb ram. This allows for a much better user experience while using the. The top of the box mentions that the device is designed by the pivos technology group and displays the name of the unit under an androidesque green tv.
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