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Here is a complete guide on how to get V4A stock and V4A Sony Beats Edition working on your Samsung Galaxy S7 Device. Please note I have tested this personally on my own S7 Edge SM-G935F and it is working 100%. There was a few bumps along the way to get everything working and if it wasn’t for @guitardedhero help and everyone else involved I wouldn’t have figured it out. There were similar tutorials HERE and HERE that offered some insight but didn' provide a fully working procedure so I put together my own guide that will work for sure.
You will need a rooted device for this to work (SuperSU by @Chainfire CF-AUTO-ROOT) and a working recovery TWRP version 3.0.0 or above found HERE
As usual please backup all your data and files (internal and external SD cards) as mistakes can be made and things don’t always go as planned
0. In your SuperSU app go to setting and deselect/un-tick “Mount namespace separation” (this is causing issues with the installation process on this and other devices)
1. Install BusyBox by Stephen (Stericson) with the default settings of /su/xbin
2. Install the latest version of Viper4Android (currently 2.4.0.1) from the official website - LINK or if you prefer use the older version as it has been favored for providing better quality. (Do not open just yet, only install)
2.3.4.0 with its Super Quality driver is absolutely superior to 2.4.0.1 and its driver in every aspect, it's almost not even fair. I promise you, this build will absolutely blow your mind, especially when used with the ViPER|Audio™ Audiophile™ 4.0 Profile @guitardedhero
3. Make sure Viper4Android has write permissions (this should be on as default but check just in case) Settings -> Applications -> Application manager -> V4A -> Permissions -> and make sure all available options are enabled.
4. Freeze the stock Sound Alive or Adapt Sound app using Titanium Backup.
5. Open up Root Explorer (or your preferred root browser) and change the system to MOUNT R/W
6. Go to root/system/etc/ and rename the file audio_effect.conf to audio_effect.conf.backup
7. Download the modified audio_effect.conf from HERE and copy it to /system/etc/ and /vendor/etc/
(This last location will have no files, it may be skipped?)
8. Set permissions of the new files to rw-r-r (0644) (important! Or you may have boot loops)
9. Change your system back to MOUNT R/O and exit.
8. Restart your device in recovery and flash THIS FILE HERE and reboot (I didn’t perform any wipes)
9. Once your device reboots, open up V4A and grant root permissions and install the requested drivers.
10. Reboot once again and this should be it…
You should now have V4A working on your device
If you feel the stock V4A isn’t giving you the correct audio niche or experience then consider changing to ViPER|Atmos™ 4.8.1 Sony™ Beats™ Edition by @guitardedhero – (I have not tested other editions found here on the OP Thread, they may or may not work… any volunteers ??? )
FLASH THIS FILE TO GET STARTED ViPERAtmos 4.8.1 Sony Beats Driverless.zip
Once your phone reboot you will have a new looking V4A icon and upon opening it should work but your Dolby Atmos app will keep crashing until you FLASH THIS FILE dap_r6.5.zip - Fresh Dolby Atmos App file.
And here is a quick guide written by @guitardedhero to enable the Audiophile profiles...
I don't recommend others to flash without an acceptable backup to restore as this build drops compatibility big time for some devices resulting in no in-call volume for example. It is the custom version I built for my Nexus 6 ViPER|Atmos™ Audiophile™ rom and is just absolutely incredible!
Post-install instructions:
In v4a:
Menu > Show Notification (disable through notification shade if you wish)
Menu > Ui Setting > Expert
Menu > Save Effect Profile > As New Effect > Stock
Download and extract ViPERAudio Audiophile Profile 4.0 zip from the OP attachments section or HERE.
Search in:
/data/media/legacy/ViPER4Android/Profile
and
/storage/emulated/0/ViPER4Android/Profile
until you find the Stock folder you just saved earlier.
Take note that this is your working v4a directory.
Copy the Kernel and Profile folders in the ViPERAudio Audiophile folder you extracted earlier and paste them into the /ViPER4Android folder of your working v4a directory. Compare the folder and file permissions to the Stock folder and files and set them to the same permissions if necessary.
In v4a:
Menu > Load Effect Profile > Audiophile 4.0
Recommended Dolby Atmos™ Settings:
Music tab highlighted at the top
Open or Flat EQ preset
All three effects at the bottom turned Off except for Dialogue Enhancer if it sounds good to you.
Troubleshooting and additional steps will be written here shortly...
Please find all needed and extra files bellow...
REVISED - ViPERAudio_audio_policy_S7_Edge.zip has been added...
First! :highfive:
I've got one more goodie, provide me your stock /system/etc/audio_policy.conf and I'll provide ViPER4Android processing like you guys have never seen! (heard)
Fantastic tutorial from which many will certainly benefit! @themoto
Great job! :good:
guitardedhero said:
First! :highfive:
I've got one more goodie, provide me your stock /system/etc/audio_policy.conf and I'll provide ViPER4Android processing like you guys have never seen! (heard) :good:
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ill post it shortly, still fixing up this guide and correcting everything...
GODSPD said:
ill post it shortly, still fixing up this guide and correcting everything...
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find it bellow
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Here is my original file from the the Galaxy S7 Edge SM-G935F found inside the .rar file
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Here is my original file from the the Galaxy S7 Edge SM-G935F found inside the .rar file
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audio_policy.conf
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audio_policy.conf
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my mistake, here is the right file...
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my mistake, here is the right file...
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Here you go, friend!
Feel free to add this to your OP, a flashable audio_policy for you and your friends! :good:
Thanks! 2 questions..
1) what's the battery drain like compared to without v4a?
2) how do we fully revert back to stock and remove v4a?
Thanks for this guide, kinda got stuck at step 5 though, couldn't figure out how to mount r/w using es file explorer with root? When I tried to change the filename of audio_effects.conf it said task failed which is because I didn't mount r/w I assume
You made my day man
2.3.4.0 is way better than 2.3.4.1 by miles.
I have GS5 besides my 7 edge and the reason i kept it around is the sound quality, i always favored it to listen to music over my 7 edge and just figured out the reason; 2.3.4.0 is installed on my GS5.
GS5 -----> drewer
Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk
GODSPD said:
ill post it shortly, still fixing up this guide and correcting everything...
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Is there any difference between your thread and this one ?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/s7-edge/how-to/guide-viper4android-enforcing-stock-t3337148
I see you've linked the other 2 posts in your op. It may have been better to just include the additional information in that thread, only a suggestion
sawdoctor said:
Is there any difference between your thread and this one ?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/s7-edge/how-to/guide-viper4android-enforcing-stock-t3337148
I see you've linked the other 2 posts in your op. It may have been better to just include the additional information in that thread, only a suggestion
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the op had added some profile and kernel for v4a. and also dolby atoms
relax24 said:
Thanks! 2 questions..
1) what's the battery drain like compared to without v4a?
2) how do we fully revert back to stock and remove v4a?
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1) Battery drain - I haven't noticed any significant changes on my device
2) If you install the apk just uninstall it and unfreeze your Sound Alive
3) and undo any changes
sawdoctor said:
Is there any difference between your thread and this one ?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/s7-edge/how-to/guide-viper4android-enforcing-stock-t3337148
I see you've linked the other 2 posts in your op. It may have been better to just include the additional information in that thread, only a suggestion
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The first guide didn't provide a fully working method, try it and it will keep asking you to reinstall drivers, the second was designed for the S6 and provided a different method, here it is covered 101% plus additional sound mods, profiles, Atmos, and much more.
GODSPD said:
The first guide didn't provide a fully working method, try it and it will keep asking you to reinstall drivers, the second was designed for the S6 and provided a different method, here it is covered 101% plus additional sound mods, profiles, Atmos, and much more.
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No problem thank you for your reply??
Sent from my SM-N920C using Tapatalk
hookguy said:
Thanks for this guide, kinda got stuck at step 5 though, couldn't figure out how to mount r/w using es file explorer with root? When I tried to change the filename of audio_effects.conf it said task failed which is because I didn't mount r/w I assume
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just try it with root explorer app from the store, the second you open it it has that option displayed in the top right hand corner, you cant miss it...
Any reason why the audio sounds high pitched/faster after installation?
El Maestro said:
You made my day man
2.3.4.0 is way better than 2.3.4.1 by miles.
I have GS5 besides my 7 edge and the reason i kept it around is the sound quality, i always favored it to listen to music over my 7 edge and just figured out the reason; 2.3.4.0 is installed on my GS5.
GS5 -----> drewer
Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk
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How did you install 2.3.4.0?
When I download the zip I can't flash it, and It is not possible to install the apk's inside it either
I am part of the team for Ainur Sauron, and I am here to present improved audio on the Le Max 2. Sauron has a userconfig which can be adjusted. Download the latest from there and place the attached file at /sdcard before installing. Make sure to remove the '.txt' at the end of the file too! Enjoy :victory:
Impedance is currently set to 16Ω which can be changed to whatever you desire. To set edit the attached sauron_useroptions file and change qc.impedance to whatever your headphones impedance is in Ohms multiplied by 1000 (eg. for 22Ω it would be 22000).
Tested by @I_Raptor_I on his x2, if it doesn't work just send me a log
EDIT: Attached the file
I did not know that anyone else was using Ainur Sauron on LeX2 It really improves the audio quality significantly on Oreo!
Quick question - why does it say "Axon 7" during installation procedure?
LazerL0rd said:
I am part of the team for Ainur Sauron, and I am here to present improved audio on the Le Max 2. Sauron has a userconfig which can be adjusted. Download the latest from there and place the attached file at /sdcard before installing. Make sure to remove the '.txt' at the end of the file too! Enjoy :victory:
Impedance is currently set to 16Ω which can be changed to whatever you desire. To set edit the attached sauron_useroptions file and change qc.impedance to whatever your headphones impedance is in Ohms multiplied by 1000 (eg. for 22Ω it would be 22000).
Tested by @I_Raptor_I on his x2, if it doesn't work just send me a log
EDIT: Attached the file
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Hi, I download and flash the version MK II but can't see any app for setting my personal audio. How it works?
GaetanoS.89 said:
Hi, I download and flash the version MK II but can't see any app for setting my personal audio. How it works?
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Hello GaetanoS.89, first things first uninstall the MK II Magisk module. Now place the given text file in /sdcard folder, then go and flash that module again, it should state that it has detected the user options text file and that's it.
I_Raptor_I said:
Hello GaetanoS.89, first things first uninstall the MK II Magisk module. Now place the given text file in /sdcard folder, then go and flash that module again, it should state that it has detected the user options text file and that's it.
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I have not installed magisk n the smartphone.
Can you tell me how I can uninstall it?
Do I need magisk to let work this audio mod?
Thanks
GaetanoS.89 said:
I have not installed magisk n the smartphone.
Can you tell me how I can uninstall it?
Do I need magisk to let work this audio mod?
Thanks
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Magisk isn't needed as it'll install with any configuration. All you need to do is placed the attched file at /sdcard (called Internal Storage) and rename it to sauron_useroptions (remove the .txt. at the end).
LazerL0rd said:
Magisk isn't needed as it'll install with any configuration. All you need to do is placed the attched file at /sdcard (called Internal Storage) and rename it to sauron_useroptions (remove the .txt. at the end).
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Did it, and after What I have to do?
@Lazerlord: I tried your mod today by described method.
I copied "sauron_useroptions" into sdcard folder by TWRP file explorer.
Afterwards I flashed latest zip (17.03.) using TWRP. Everything was fine with it during this.
Wiped chache and dalvik and rebooted without any problems.
Result: No ringtone anymore, no message sound, but media sound works fine and was adjustable, no app or menue occoured in regard to your mod. I did not check more.
I could succesfully remove your mod by described method (flash again same file from TWRP)
After removal everything was fine as before :good:
My Phone: X829 with latest AEX 8.1 using Magisk 16.0
123Bart said:
@Lazerlord: I tried your mod today by described method.
I copied "sauron_useroptions" into sdcard folder by TWRP file explorer.
Afterwards I flashed latest zip (17.03.) using TWRP. Everything was fine with it during this.
Wiped cache and dalvik and rebooted without any problems.
Result: No ringtone anymore, no message sound, but media sound works fine and was adjustable, no app or menue occoured in regard to your mod. I did not check more.
I could succesfully remove your mod by described method (flash again same file from TWRP)
After removal everything was fine as before :good:
My Phone: X829 with latest AEX 8.1 using Magisk 16.0
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Ah, well could you follow these instructions on the main thread which say "help to extend features". It'll help us fix those issues. :good:
How was the media sound though? Did it sound better according to you?
LazerL0rd said:
Ah, well could you follow these instructions on the main thread which say "help to extend features". It'll help us fix those issues. :good:
How was the media sound though? Did it sound better according to you?
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I removed the "sauron_useroptions" from sdcard folder (as it was described in the file itself, that UO is not mandatory) and reflashed the zip-file again.
With this way everything works !
Will read a little bit the instructions now...
Generaly I have to say I am using Leeco CDLA as headphones atm which are extraordinary by themselves.
So maybe I will use adapter for 3,5mm jack whithin next days and try some user options. Leeco Loadspeaker judgement is difficult imho.
Also new AEX is very good ROM in regard to speaker sound I have to say.
On Oreo 8.1.0. PixelRevenge 15.1 works very well in music playback. He gave me a strange problem. I removed the system camera that I can not install anymore. I had to put another one. I have not tried calls and notifications yet
edit:- Notifications and ringtones ok. In-call audio worsened, the voice is less clear. In speakerphone there is a loud hiss that makes the speakerphone unusable
RISS23 said:
On Oreo 8.1.0. PixelRevenge 15.1 works very well in music playback. He gave me a strange problem. I removed the system camera that I cannot install anymore. I had to put another one. I have not tried calls and notifications yet
edit:- Notifications and ringtones ok. In-call audio worsened, the voice is less clear. In speakerphone, there is a loud hiss that makes the speakerphone unusable
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We're working on a fix for the mixer_paths that'll correct notifications, ringtones, and other audio. I'm happy that you're enjoying music playback. However, the system camera app problem is nothing to do with Sauron it's probably a ROM issue, or possibly even a Magisk issue.
I've installed this Mod by using Magisk 16.0 (v5.6.4) on RR 6.0(22-03-18).
Before I did this I placed the file sauron_useroptions to /sdcard folder.
During the installation Magisk showed that the useroption file was found and used for the installation.
In Poweramp I get the message that there is a problem with app native libraries (libampffmpeg.so).
I don't know whether the error message has something to do with that, but the volume control in Poweramp after flashing this modul is faulty.
Just when the volume is set the half I can hear anything. The volume control steps seems to be broken, but just in Poweramp.(After uninstalling, the issue is gone, but the error message is still sthere)
In other Apps the volume control is normal.
Since I use RR 6.0(8.1) instead of RR 5.8.5(7.1.2) the speaker sounds cheap tinny - Ainur Sauron didn't help to solve this issue. I removed AudioFX, can this be the reason?
It's difficult to describe the issue "cheap tinny", but I think the audio drivers have problems to divorce the difference frequences.
On RR 5.85. the speaker was more "smooth" and the frequences were divorced much better.
Sorry for my bad english and the critic. I think I'm an individual case and other people don't have the problems which I have, but in my case, the Mod seems not to improve the audio quality.
Azubi96 said:
I've installed this Mod by using Magisk 16.0 (v5.6.4) on RR 6.0(22-03-18).
Before I did this I placed the file sauron_useroptions to /sdcard folder.
During the installation Magisk showed that the useroption file was found and used for the installation.
In Poweramp I get the message that there is a problem with app native libraries (libampffmpeg.so).
I don't know whether the error message has something to do with that, but the volume control in Poweramp after flashing this modul is faulty.
Just when the volume is set the half I can hear anything. The volume control steps seems to be broken, but just in Poweramp.(After uninstalling, the issue is gone, but the error message is still sthere)
In other Apps the volume control is normal.
Since I use RR 6.0(8.1) instead of RR 5.8.5(7.1.2) the speaker sounds cheap tinny - Ainur Sauron didn't help to solve this issue. I removed AudioFX, can this be the reason?
It's difficult to describe the issue "cheap tinny", but I think the audio drivers have problems to divorce the difference frequences.
On RR 5.85. the speaker was more "smooth" and the frequences were divorced much better.
Sorry for my bad english and the critic. I think I'm an individual case and other people don't have the problems which I have, but in my case, the Mod seems not to improve the audio quality.
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I've heard from @I_Raptor_I that RR already has a loss in audio quality. I advise the use of another ROM and if the tinnyness persists use the attached Sauron zip.
The Poweramp problem is probably due to DVC (Direct Volume Control) in their FAQ they state it may cause issues with 24-bit or HQ audio. The native libraries issue is not related to Ainur as it doesn't touch that file.
About the audio. ROM (which Sauron edits) isn't the only thing that contributes. the HAL and kernel do too, so RR's bad audio may not be able to be fixed or corrected by Ainur but we'll take a look into it.
Ok guys, @LazerL0rd is kindly developing a very nice Oreo kernel for our Le Max 2 improving the speeds dramatically and most importantly audio, he has already optimized our Qualcomm DSP, expect a very nice audio experience on Oreo from now on so stay tuned and make sure to thank LazerL0rd for his hard work, he doesn't even have a Le Max 2 and yet he is spending hours making this kernel for us
Magisk viper?
I have installed viper on RR Oreo via magisk and audio quality is now on point with how it worked through flashing viper and Dolby Atmos on the nugart RR via twrp. There are a couple of things to consider though, viper must be activated before listening to music through your app, viper does not work over Bluetooth by default in viper meaning you must go to viper settings and set mode to compatibility from normal and then viper will work over Bluetooth. The last thing, and I can't remember if this was true on nugart but viper seams to only work with music that you have downloaded to your device and will not work with streaming music from the web.
mikedavo said:
I have installed viper on RR Oreo via magisk and audio quality is now on point with how it worked through flashing viper and Dolby Atmos on the nugart RR via twrp. There are a couple of things to consider though, viper must be activated before listening to music through your app, viper does not work over Bluetooth by default in viper meaning you must go to viper settings and set mode to compatibility from normal and then viper will work over Bluetooth. The last thing, and I can't remember if this was true on nugart but viper seams to only work with music that you have downloaded to your device and will not work with streaming music from the web.
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To fix streamed music install universal deep buffer remover magisk module by @Zackptg5 , it's on the repo too.
I_Raptor_I said:
Ok guys, @LazerL0rd is kindly developing a very nice Oreo kernel for our Le Max 2 improving the speeds dramatically and most importantly audio, he has already optimized our Qualcomm DSP, expect a very nice audio experience on Oreo from now on so stay tuned and make sure to thank LazerL0rd for his hard work, he doesn't even have a Le Max 2 and yet he is spending hours making this kernel for us
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Kernel released and in Havoc OS. Source is https://github.com/Havoc-Devices/android_kernel_leeco_msm8996. I'll update personal repo and both to 3.18.108 soon.
does it work on xiaomi mi 6 miui 9? Android 8.0
Wysłane z mojego MI 6 przy użyciu Tapatalka
LazerL0rd said:
Kernel released and in Havoc OS. Source is https://github.com/Havoc-Devices/android_kernel_leeco_msm8996. I'll update personal repo and both to 3.18.108 soon.
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waitting for the update, thanks
Hi,
So whoever is using a custom ROM on Poco F1, has faced onething for sure after flashing Viper4Android or any other sound mod; and that is sound distortion when getting notifications.
I see a lot of people asking for a solution and until now we have all been telling them to either remove SoundFX folder from /Vendor/lib and /Vendor/lib64 or renaming the volumelistener.so in order for Viper to work properly.
While the above methods are correct, but it requires messing with the device manually and sometimes it becomes hard to revert back to the original state if necessary (read Bluetooth audio issue).
I have searched a lot for a solution which is more easy and can be resolved instantly if found any bug. And finally I have found a Magisk module which does exactly what we are seeking for.
The name of the Magisk module is NOTIFICATION HELPER REMOVER. It is available on Magisk repo or can be downloaded from here: https://zackptg5.com/android.php#nhr (credit goes to @Zackptg5).
Once downloaded, flash it on Magisk and when asked to choose in between volume up and down, press Volume Down and it will do the job for you. AML is not required. Once done, just reboot the device and send any message to your device and see. No more sound distortion!!
Basically, the module patches volume listener, but systemlessly. Which means you don't need to boot into twrp and mess with the Vendor partition. Anytime you wish to revert back to the original state, just uninstall the module and you are good to go.
I know the module has been there for quite sometime, but the reason of my post is to make people aware of it (since a lot of people actually don't know about it or overlook it).
Please note that I am not the developer of the module and if any credit is to be given, it should go to the developer himself.
If anyone still finds something wrong on this post, please let me know. I will rectify it immediately.
POCO F1 Fix Distorted Sounds Notifications issue on custom ROMs.
Rowdyy Ronnie said:
So whoever is using a custom ROM on Poco F1, has faced onething for sure after flashing Viper4Android or any other sound mod; and that is sound distortion when getting notifications.
................ rectify it immediately.
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Good thread. :good: I confirmed on 26.12.18 that on POCO F1 this solution works. But people don't bother to read . :crying: and ask the same question everywhere.
Here was my post.. https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=78513504&postcount=195
SVR said:
Good thread. :good: I confirmed on 26.12.18 that on POCO F1 this solution works. But people don't bother to read . :crying: and ask the same question everywhere.
Here was my post.. https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=78513504&postcount=195
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I feel the same way. Tired of telling the same thing on XDA and Telegram. Hope from now on, people just read this post and stop spamming XDA.
great job this works with dolby atmos too on android pie thanks
tinimc said:
great job this works with dolby atmos too on android pie thanks
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Can you give me link for working one on Android Pie (Pixel Experience) in my case, or which module version in Magisk Manager. Thanks bro
https://www.google.com/amp/s/forum..../themes/dolby-atmos-android-9-0-t3874065/amp/ download dolby here and first you instal the fix from the thread install throught magisk v18
reboot
then install dolby atmos through magisk 18
and reboot
done its perfect for.me very loud sound
and on the headphones
and the fix works perfect i have no crackling sounds
im on pixel experience too eceything works perfect
and for a good suggestion use extreme kernel v8
its awsome battery life
tinimc said:
https://www.google.com/amp/s/forum..../themes/dolby-atmos-android-9-0-t3874065/amp/ download dolby here and first you instal the fix from the thread install throught magisk v18
reboot
then install dolby atmos through magisk 18
and reboot
done its perfect for.me very loud sound
and on the headphones
and the fix works perfect i have no crackling sounds
im on pixel experience too eceything works perfect
and for a good suggestion use extreme kernel v8
its awsome battery life
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Thanks so much for all your tips. Cheers bro
Rowdyy Ronnie said:
Hi,
So whoever is using a custom ROM on Poco F1, has faced onething for sure after flashing Viper4Android or any other sound mod; and that is sound distortion when getting notifications.
I see a lot of people asking for a solution and until now we have all been telling them to either remove SoundFX folder from /Vendor/lib and /Vendor/lib64 or renaming the volumelistener.so in order for Viper to work properly.
While the above methods are correct, but it requires messing with the device manually and sometimes it becomes hard to revert back to the original state if necessary (read Bluetooth audio issue).
I have searched a lot for a solution which is more easy and can be resolved instantly if found any bug. And finally I have found a Magisk module which does exactly what we are seeking for.
The name of the Magisk module is called NOTIFICATION HELPER REMOVER. It is available on Magisk repo or can be downloaded from here: https://zackptg5.com/android.php#nhr (credit goes to @Zackptg5).
Once downloaded, flash it on Magisk and when prompted, press Volume Down and it will do job for you. Once done, just reboot the device and send any message to your device and see. No more sound distortion!!
Basically, the module patches volume listener, but systemlessly. Which means you don't need to boot into twrp and mess with the Vendor partition. Anytime you wish to revert back to the original state, just uninstall the module and you are good to go.
I know the module has been there for quite sometime, but the reason of my post is to make people aware of it (since a lot of people actually don't know about it or overlook it).
Please note that I am not the developer of the module and if any credit is to be given, it should go to the developer himself.
If anyone still finds something wrong on this post, please let me know. I will rectify it immediately.
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Still experiencing crackLing sound and stutters on whatsapp voice notes.only. when its minimized or screen off
slimshouki said:
Still experiencing crackLing sound and stutters on whatsapp voice notes.only. when its minimized or screen off
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I have the same exact issue
Tried two kernels and two vendors ( 9.1.3 and 9.1.10 ) and whenever whatsapp is minimzed or screen off I have cracking played sound
If dolby is disabled or uninstalled issue is gone
I started with notifc helper removal vol down then dolby 2711 version
I love dolby as it have louder and richier volume with simple config interface but whatspp voice notes are mandatory for me as well
I am on custom rom NOS with sphinclc kernel
Can anybody test and advise his results along with used ROM/Vendor/Kernel ?
Still crackling ringtone sounds on havoc rom
Possible solution
slimshouki said:
Still experiencing crackLing sound and stutters on whatsapp voice notes.only. when its minimized or screen off
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I just have found something that works for me... Install Audio Modification Library and tthe crackling sound on whatsapp is gone ROM RevOs 9.5.1 MIUI 10 based!
Not working for me. I am on crdroid.
hownis the bluetoothnaudio does it work because with the vendor patches it stops working ?
vicmed94 said:
I just have found something that works for me... Install Audio Modification Library and tthe crackling sound on whatsapp is gone ROM RevOs 9.5.1 MIUI 10 based!
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not working for me, I still have the problem with whatsapp . Im in the last version of xiaomi eu beta
When I try to flash notification helper, it is stuck. I have to restart the device.
So I went the route of deleting the soundfx files and now I can't use any type of sound modifiers like equalizers. How can I fix this?
I uninstalled viper and any other audio modules and still have sound distortion. help?
Rowdyy Ronnie said:
Hi,
So whoever is using a custom ROM on Poco F1, has faced onething for sure after flashing Viper4Android or any other sound mod; and that is sound distortion when getting notifications.
I see a lot of people asking for a solution and until now we have all been telling them to either remove SoundFX folder from /Vendor/lib and /Vendor/lib64 or renaming the volumelistener.so in order for Viper to work properly.
While the above methods are correct, but it requires messing with the device manually and sometimes it becomes hard to revert back to the original state if necessary (read Bluetooth audio issue).
I have searched a lot for a solution which is more easy and can be resolved instantly if found any bug. And finally I have found a Magisk module which does exactly what we are seeking for.
The name of the Magisk module is NOTIFICATION HELPER REMOVER. It is available on Magisk repo or can be downloaded from here: https://zackptg5.com/android.php#nhr (credit goes to @Zackptg5).
Once downloaded, flash it on Magisk and when asked to choose in between volume up and down, press Volume Down and it will do the job for you. AML is not required. Once done, just reboot the device and send any message to your device and see. No more sound distortion!!
Basically, the module patches volume listener, but systemlessly. Which means you don't need to boot into twrp and mess with the Vendor partition. Anytime you wish to revert back to the original state, just uninstall the module and you are good to go.
I know the module has been there for quite sometime, but the reason of my post is to make people aware of it (since a lot of people actually don't know about it or overlook it).
Please note that I am not the developer of the module and if any credit is to be given, it should go to the developer himself.
If anyone still finds something wrong on this post, please let me know. I will rectify it immediately.
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HUGE THANKS! this method also works on redmi note 8 using GSI.
Help me
I used costum ROM and I heared noise in some games. Then I use the way you suggest, the noise on the games gone but the calls go on speaker when i answer them. Would you please guide me how to solve the problem?
thank you very much for your advice, cool! It works on Umidigi F1 with Evolution X 4.1 too.
Here are the steps to install viper with a Pixel 4 XL:
1. In magisk go to downloads, install the audio compatibility patch 1.7 3. Choose volume up for requested settings, although USB can be set as preferred.
2. Reboot
3. Install XDA Labs Viper. Do not open.
4. In magisk go to downloads, install the Audio Modification Library v2 4. Do not reboot.
5. Open Viper, let it install driver and it will reboot.
6. Go to app info for viper, disable battery optimization.
That’s it. Enjoy the audio bliss.
Thanks for this.
Questions;
- For step 1 in your OP (install the audio compatibility patch). Just want to make sure I'm using the correct patch. What version number? At the time of writing I see V1.7.3. Is that what you used?
Also, during installation of that patch, there are a number of vol up/down options that need to be chosen. What did you choose for;
- Do you want to skip audio_policy patching? (Original acp before became 3in1 module) Vol+ = yes, Vol- = no
- Would you like to skip notification_helper remover? Vol+ = yes, Vol- = no
- Would you like to skip usb policy patching for usb devs? Vol+ = yes, Vol- = no
- Use lib workaround? Only choose yes if you're having issues. Vol+ = yes, Vol- = no (recommended)
- For step 4 (install the Audio Modification Library). What is the version number? At the time of writing I see V2.4. Is that what you used?
pdfruth said:
Thanks for this.
Questions;
- For step 1 in your OP (install the audio compatibility patch). Just want to make sure I'm using the correct patch. What version number? At the time of writing I see V1.7.3. Is that what you used?
Also, during installation of that patch, there are a number of vol up/down options that need to be chosen. What did you choose for;
- Do you want to skip audio_policy patching? (Original acp before became 3in1 module) Vol+ = yes, Vol- = no
- Would you like to skip notification_helper remover? Vol+ = yes, Vol- = no
- Would you like to skip usb policy patching for usb devs? Vol+ = yes, Vol- = no
- Use lib workaround? Only choose yes if you're having issues. Vol+ = yes, Vol- = no (recommended)
- For step 4 (install the Audio Modification Library). What is the version number? At the time of writing I see V2.4. Is that what you used?
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Thanks. Good questions.
It was 1.7.3 of the compatibility patch.
Volume up to all the options.
Version 2.4 is also correct.
I'll amend the guide to contain this information.
I didn't do the audio compatibility patch part. You reckon that could cause issues? If I were to reinstall, would uninstalling everything and starting from scratch be okay? So far viper does work.
Or you can grab V4A version 2.7, install it, do the drivers 3 or 4 times for it to actually take, profit. I have it working on my phone without any other steps.
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I didn't do the audio compatibility patch part. You reckon that could cause issues? If I were to reinstall, would uninstalling everything and starting from scratch be okay? So far viper does work.
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As I understand it the audio compatibility patch enabled viper on USB output like for Android auto.
It also makes it so you don't have to reboot repeatedly to get the driver to stick (according to others).
Hello, I followed all the steps and I still getting "No audio driver found"
I got this
madscribblerz said:
Here are the steps to install viper with a Pixel 4 XL:
1. In magisk go to downloads, install the audio compatibility patch 1.7 3. Choose volume up for requested settings, although USB can be set as preferred.
2. Reboot
3. Install XDA Labs Viper. Do not open.
4. In magisk go to downloads, install the Audio Modification Library v2 4. Do not reboot.
5. Open Viper, let it install driver and it will reboot.
6. Go to app info for viper, disable battery optimization.
That’s it. Enjoy the audio bliss.
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Hey OP, do you use Google maps navigation by any chance?
I have Viper working on my 4 XL as well, and with the installation of Audio Modification Library and Audio Compatibility Patch installed, I can get system wide equalization except for one thing, Google Map's voice direction audio.
I guess it's a minor problem but if I'm listening to music and Google is about to alert me the next turn, Viper stops processing and my music goes all flat while Google is speaking, and then for like a split second to a few seconds later after Google is finished speaking, Viper starts to kick in again.
I can't seem to figure it out for the life of me on how to get Viper to still process even when Google is speaking the next turn direction. Has anyone ran into this issue? Anyone managed to fix this?
Mine says "Enabled: No" and I can only sense any change on gain. When I use Bluetooth USB it still says "Speaker" in the notification box?
Last time I checked selinux must be on permissive for it to stick. Gonna try it out and I'll give you all my feedback.
Tested it out and need selinux permissive.
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Tested it out and need selinux permissive.
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Just curious, does your viper still process when using Google maps navigation while playing music? My viper cuts out whenever maps is about to speak the next turn direction, and right after it's done speaking, viper will kick back in either right away or a few seconds later. I did recall trying to switch to permissive but that didn't seem to work
bestgio said:
Just curious, does your viper still process when using Google maps navigation while playing music? My viper cuts out whenever maps is about to speak the next turn direction, and right after it's done speaking, viper will kick back in either right away or a few seconds later. I did recall trying to switch to permissive but that didn't seem to work
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I don't use maps I only use Waze but without the audio so can't really tell. However I think I already had this issue, it's because it cant process some apps like when your on the phone with someone. If I use it I'll try to check
matssa said:
I don't use maps I only use Waze but without the audio so can't really tell. However I think I already had this issue, it's because it cant process some apps like when your on the phone with someone. If I use it I'll try to check
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Did you follow the installation instructions from OP and then just switched selinux to permissive? I might just try redoing my installation just to see if that happens to be the magic trick
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Did you follow the installation instructions from OP and then just switched selinux to permissive? I might just try redoing my installation just to see if that happens to be the magic trick
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Yup followed then switched selinux.
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Tested it out and need selinux permissive.
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Didn't do anything except install V4A version 2.7 and install the drivers until it took. Nothing else including selinux permissive. Works fine here.
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Last time I checked selinux must be on permissive for it to stick. Gonna try it out and I'll give you all my feedback.
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What do you mean by selinux needing to be on for it to stick? The processing? I ask because last night in my car the music didn't sound like it should. Opened V4A and flipped a toggle off then back on and all of a sudden the sound changed to what it should sound like. This happened at first on my Pixel 3xl, but later wasn't an issue at all. Not sure why.
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What do you mean by selinux needing to be on for it to stick? The processing? I ask because last night in my car the music didn't sound like it should. Opened V4A and flipped a toggle off then back on and all of a sudden the sound changed to what it should sound like. This happened at first on my Pixel 3xl, but later wasn't an issue at all. Not sure why.
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It was for the installation of the driver in order to make it stick.
For the issue you're having, check the battery optimisation option and make sure it isn't on. I had this before and changing that fixed it.
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Yup followed then switched selinux.
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Tried doing this and unfortunately viper still didn't process maps navigation audio :/ Thanks for sharing though!
My viper installation was able to stick without the need of changing anything related to selinux, just audio compatibility patch and audio modification library did the trick for me (minus maps navigation ofc)
INTRODUCTION
*WARNING USE AT YOUR OWN RISKS*
Though the poco F1 has stereo speakers, the earpiece is sort of weak in comparison to bottom one and so the sound quality falls short when compared to other phones with dual speakers. With this guide, you can make your phone sound much balanced, immersive and better. Basically what it does is increase audio coming out from earpiece by using viper in combination with Dolby. Also this does not increases sound from earpiece beyond max level but instead reduces volume of bottom speaker slightly so it will not damage your speaker
REQUIREMENTS
Any custom rom with magisk and permissive SElinux
STEPS
1. Flash permissiver zip or use SElinux switcher to make SElinux permissive for Dolby module to work
2. Flash viper4a rootless zip in TWRP
3. Flash v4afx zip in magisk then reboot and test if Viper4A is successfully installed and working
4. Flash ACDB zip first in magisk then flash dolby audio zip and then reboot. You should now have moto audio app installed and working.
5. Put XHR WideFX irs file to main storage/Android/data/com.pittvandewitt.viperfx/files/Kernel
6. In Viper, enable convolver then choose the file to enable it.
7. For dolby, the default settings (smart audio) is great but personally I use film mode with surround sound and volume leveller enabled.
I have tested this in evolution X rom and it should work in other roms also. For stock rom it may require a custom kernel. If Dolby Atmos doesn't work then try Dolby Digital instead.
If you face issues like Dolby getting disabled automatically then heading to viper settings and switching Attach Audio Effects toggle or rebooting the system fixes it. If dolby app force closes then reflash it and clear catch after installation
DOWNLOAD
https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=1ublWcvZQ8QrQ0-uvMDlFTTEssLpcsoBC
its really sad there's no link :crying: hmmmm
new user not allowed to attach file / url original thread to their post ?
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its really sad there's no link :crying: hmmmm
new user not allowed to attach file / url original thread to their post ?
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I updated the post with download link. XDA have a rule to not allow very new users from posting links or attachments. But by doing a few posts it allowed me to do so.
Geetesh Sonwani said:
STEPS
1. Install Audio Compability Patch first in magisk then reboot
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Do you want to skip audio_policy patching? (Original acp before became 3in1 module)
Vol+ = yes, Vol- = no
Would you like to skip notification_helper remover?
Vol+ = yes, Vol- = no
Would you like to skip usb policy patching for usb dacs?
Vol+ = yes, Vol- = no
Should i skip this ? Or No ? Is this really matter ? because i really dont know what their usage for, so i just skip it
and also
on STEP 2, when i installing viper4a rootless in twrp it say done but i got red warning it say "unable to mount system"
so it is successfull or nah ? i confuse
i already installed v4afx via magisk ( STEP 3 ) and it working.
BUT
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on STEP 2, when i installing viper4a rootless in twrp it say done but i got red warning it say "unable to mount system"
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It this thing ? should i ignore it since my viper4a working ?
DOYANMAIN said:
Do you want to skip audio_policy patching? (Original acp before became 3in1 module)
Vol+ = yes, Vol- = no
Would you like to skip notification_helper remover?
Vol+ = yes, Vol- = no
Would you like to skip usb policy patching for usb dacs?
Vol+ = yes, Vol- = no
Should i skip this ? Or No ? Is this really matter ? because i really dont know what their usage for, so i just skip it
and also
on STEP 2, when i installing viper4a rootless in twrp it say done but i got red warning it say "unable to mount system"
so it is successfull or nah ? i confuse
i already installed v4afx via magisk ( STEP 3 ) and it working.
BUT
It this thing ? should i ignore it since my viper4a working ?
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On first choose no then select patch (new logic) then again choose no for notification helper and select remove volume listener library
Even if you skipped it wouldn't matter much because ACP is used just to fix audio not working in some apps and it does slightly enhances audio quality and volume.
For usb dac you can choose yes if you don't use wired headphones from usb c port
For viper though, you shouldn't get that warning
Maybe problem could be in your twrp
Manually mount system in twrp then try flashing again. If it didn't work you may have to reflash recovery
But you said that it is working? Did you tested the audio also? Because the magisk module only installs the app and some configs. The drivers are installed from recovery. You can also tap on the chip like icon button in viper and it should show the driver info and enabled as yes properly
Geetesh Sonwani said:
On first choose no then select patch (new logic) then again choose no for notification helper and select remove volume listener library
Even if you skipped it wouldn't matter much because ACP is used just to fix audio not working in some apps and it does slightly enhances audio quality and volume.
For usb dac you can choose yes if you don't use wired headphones from usb c port
For viper though, you shouldn't get that warning
Maybe problem could be in your twrp
Manually mount system in twrp then try flashing again. If it didn't work you may have to reflash recovery
But you said that it is working? Did you tested the audio also? Because the magisk module only installs the app and some configs. The drivers are installed from recovery. You can also tap on the chip like icon button in viper and it should show the driver info and enabled as yes properly
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Yes even tho i got warning, but it properly working. I already use it like 6hour, all is working fine.
but when i installing Dolby Atmos, i got bootloop and force me to bootloader. but when restarting phone i can access twrp, just removing them in module via twrp everything is back normal.
but i think it doesnt support latest MIUI Global 11.0.4 ? i got stock MIUI11
Anyway, after wiping module via twrp my viper now doesnt have driver on the app. i already doing the exactly same step 1 - 3 to install viper and it didnt work rightnow. driver still doesnt work even tho i tried installing this many times.
I already go to viper4x thread, someone say need to overwrite 2 file ( post-fs-data.sh & sepolicy.rule ) but still doesnt fix driver.
maybe you know how to ? :laugh:
DOYANMAIN said:
Yes even tho i got warning, but it properly working. I already use it like 6hour, all is working fine.
but when i installing Dolby Atmos, i got bootloop and force me to bootloader. but when restarting phone i can access twrp, just removing them in module via twrp everything is back normal.
but i think it doesnt support latest MIUI Global 11.0.4 ? i got stock MIUI11
Anyway, after wiping module via twrp my viper now doesnt have driver on the app. i already doing the exactly same step 1 - 3 to install viper and it didnt work rightnow. driver still doesnt work even tho i tried installing this many times.
I already go to viper4x thread, someone say need to overwrite 2 file ( post-fs-data.sh & sepolicy.rule ) but still doesnt fix driver.
maybe you know how to ? :laugh:
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Dolby Atmos is known to not work as of now in stock kernel or roms for many devices as it is still under development. You can try dolby digital instead
But are you getting the same error on twrp for viper? With system not mounting?
Unfortunately I don't have much idea for viper so I can help you till the limits of my knowledge only
Anybody make it work with Pixel Experience ROM 10.0'
Hi, I want to install it and I have Pixel Experience ROM 10.0 Official. I'm curious if anybody successfully instaled it on this ROM.
Thanks
Geetesh Sonwani said:
INTRODUCTION
Though the poco F1 has stereo speakers, the earpiece is kinda weak in comparison to bottom one and so it doesn't give that true stereo like audio performance (surround sound) compared to other phones with dual speakers. But with this guide, you can make your phone sound much balanced, immersive and better with Dolby Atmos and Viper. It actually feels like if the sound is coming towards you and not from the side
This requires the XHR WideFX irs. This is the only one I found till now which worked so perfectly with atmos after testing 500+ irs files.
REQUIREMENTS
Any android 9+ rom with magisk and permissive SElinux
STEPS
1. Install Audio Compability Patch first in magisk then reboot
2. Flash viper4a rootless zip in TWRP
3. Flash v4afx zip in magisk then again reboot and confirm if Viper4A is successfully installed and working
4. Flash Dolby Atmos zip file in magisk (you can download it from guitardedhero's post also for new version) and reboot. You should have both Dolby Atmos and Viper4A working at this point
5. Now to get that stereo sound effect, put XHR WideFX irs file in main storage/Viper4Android/Kernel folder
6. Open Viper and enable convolver then choose the same.
You can now test the sound and enjoy the stereo sound effect. It is best for gaming or while watching movies.
I have tested this in evolution X 4.0 rom and it should work in other roms also but I am not sure for OOS. For stock rom it may require a custom kernel. If it works in your rom then please comment down below so that others could also know it.
If you face issues regarding Dolby getting disabled automatically then heading to viper settings and switching Attach Audio Effects toggle or rebooting the system fixes it.
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puiocku said:
Hi, I want to install it and I have Pixel Experience ROM 10.0 Official. I'm curious if anybody successfully instaled it on this ROM.
Thanks
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I have personally tested it in PE pie and Evo X 10 version. But this one should work in any android 10 based custom rom as long as you don't have any other audio mods installed conflicting it or else you may require AML also.
Geetesh Sonwani said:
I have personally tested it in PE pie and Evo X 10 version. But this one should work in any android 10 based custom rom as long as you don't have any other audio mods installed conflicting it or else you may require AML also.
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Thank you, in that case I think too that should work fine with Pixel Experience 10.0 ROM.
Cheers
DOYANMAIN said:
Yes even tho i got warning, but it properly working. I already use it like 6hour, all is working fine.
but when i installing Dolby Atmos, i got bootloop and force me to bootloader. but when restarting phone i can access twrp, just removing them in module via twrp everything is back normal.
but i think it doesnt support latest MIUI Global 11.0.4 ? i got stock MIUI11
Anyway, after wiping module via twrp my viper now doesnt have driver on the app. i already doing the exactly same step 1 - 3 to install viper and it didnt work rightnow. driver still doesnt work even tho i tried installing this many times.
I already go to viper4x thread, someone say need to overwrite 2 file ( post-fs-data.sh & sepolicy.rule ) but still doesnt fix driver.
maybe you know how to ? :laugh:
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+1.
Viper is working fine but after installing Dolby Atmos and rebooting i am stuck at Fastboot, had to remove the dolby module.
Is this related to Miui 11 or some selinux problem??
Please suggest some workaround.
Will this work on miui 11?
Ravindrasan said:
+1.
Viper is working fine but after installing Dolby Atmos and rebooting i am stuck at Fastboot, had to remove the dolby module.
Is this related to Miui 11 or some selinux problem??
Please suggest some workaround.
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Looks like it doesn't work in miui as of now
But you can try dolby digital instead which is also good. Dolby Atmos is still like an early release and currently only works in custom roms and kernels
But remember to choose the IRS file in viper. That makes the earpiece work more balanced. Dolby is just to further enhance the sound quality.
Geetesh Sonwani said:
Looks like it doesn't work in miui as of now
But you can try dolby digital instead which is also good. Dolby Atmos is still like an early release and currently only works in custom roms and kernels
But remember to choose the IRS file in viper. That makes the earpiece work more balanced. Dolby is just to further enhance the sound quality.
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Same is happening in Evolution X I'm stuck at bootloader..
It's not even working in a custom rom.
Works perfectly with Pixel Experience (Android9) + No Gravity Karnel.
Thank you, so wonderful!
Thanks for stereo convolver file, but dolby atmos giving bootloop on miui 11.0.6 android 10
I'm running Pixel Experience Plus Android 10 on my poco. I've managed to get V4A to work but when I flash Dolby Atmos and reboot the device and try to open it nothing happens and after some time and after 10-15 attempts of trying to open it a crash message appears. I also tried installing Dolby Digital Plus for Android Q but that crashes as well
naziraaqib3k said:
I'm running Pixel Experience Plus Android 10 on my poco. I've managed to get V4A to work but when I flash Dolby Atmos and reboot the device and try to open it nothing happens and after some time and after 10-15 attempts of trying to open it a crash message appears. I also tried installing Dolby Digital Plus for Android Q but that crashes as well
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Make sure that SELinux is permissive as they will not work in enforcing
Flash permissiver zip file to fix it
I am also currently on PE+ latest and have not encountered any such issues
My recommendation is use Dolby digital instead as it is more stable (v7.2)
Geetesh Sonwani said:
Make sure that SELinux is permissive as they will not work in enforcing
Flash permissiver zip file to fix it
I am also currently on PE+ latest and have not encountered any such issues
My recommendation is use Dolby digital instead as it is more stable (v7.2)
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I've used this setup on miui 11 eu version and it ran just fine also I had already set SELinux to Permissive uaing the SELinux Switcher. Also can you provide me with the link to dolby digital link. Thank you for your help.
naziraaqib3k said:
I've used this setup on miui 11 eu version and it ran just fine also I had already set SELinux to Permissive uaing the SELinux Switcher. Also can you provide me with the link to dolby digital link. Thank you for your help.
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Here is the original thread -
https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/software/mm-p-dolby-digital-plus-arise-20181115-t3868192/amp/