This is a common guide for reflashing RockChip based devices. All RK SoC (RK3066, RK3188, RK3288, RK3229, RK3328, RK3399 and so on) supports the same applications and drivers for Host system, if 3rd party producers do not add any other limitations or special options. Differences can be in hardware parts, so you need to detect OTG port and recovery buttons correctly.
Notice: this guide is 100% working with Ugoos RK devices.
Notice: this guide is 100% working with Ugoos RK devices.
Rockchip Firmware Tool
Rockchip Android Tool v1.37 is a small application for windows computer created by Rockchip Mobile Inc, which allows you to flash the stock firmware on Android tablets, e-books and MID devices based on Rockchips (RK2818, RK2808A, RK2918, RK3066, RK3188, RK3288 and etc.) device. Start the program RK Batch Tool with the “RKBatchTool.exe“ Click on the Firmware button “” Select the Firmware file with extension “. Img “and will be loaded on the screen. Hold the reset button on the device and connect with a correct USB cable on our PC (buy it at Aliexpress or Amazon).
AD1044 docomo tab Device Brand: rockchip Device Manufact.: rockchip Device Model: rk312x Device CPU: RK312X Device IntName: rk312x Device Version: 4.4.4 CUSWVer: rockchip Device Compile: 5/28/2015 12:10:01 PM Device Project: rk312x-eng 4.4.4 KTU84Q eng.liufeng.20100 test-keys Device ExtInfo: AD1044. Trying to directly flash a new firmware via a SD card and SDFirmwareToolv146engAndroidPC failed 2. Trying to flash with a computer using RKBatchtoolv18AndroidPC in combination with RockchipDriverAssitantv4.4 is working Ok no difference to the preinstalled one so next step flashing a different firmware.
BEFORE START
What do you need:
- Image file
- Host PC
- USB OTG Cable
- Supported host OS: Windows XP (32/64bit) Windows 7 (32/64bit) Windows 8 (32/64bit) Windows 10 (32/64bit)
- Host PC
- USB OTG Cable
- Supported host OS: Windows XP (32/64bit) Windows 7 (32/64bit) Windows 8 (32/64bit) Windows 10 (32/64bit)
The first thing you need is to download the archive with firmware. Inside archive, you find:
- BatchTool or Android Tool - tool for reflashing (separate Android Tool and drivers you can download HERE)
- DriverAssitant - tool to install drivers and firmware image file
- Firmware image
- DriverAssitant - tool to install drivers and firmware image file
- Firmware image
INSTALLING DRIVERS
Launch RK DriverAssitant and press “Install Driver”
Apply all changes and warnings during installation until finishing message
CONNECTING TO PC
Run Batch tool or Android tool on your host PC.
In order to connect device with Host PC and run bootloader mode you should perform following steps:
1. Plug off device power adaptor.
2. Connect device to computer via usb OTG port, much better to use certified OTG USB cable from package.
3. Run Batch tool or RK Android tool
4. Hold the hardware recovery button.
5. Plug in power adaptor and Turn on device if not turning on automatically.
Tip: if you can’t hold recovery button or it’s broken you can reboot to bootloader from Ugoos power menu.
RECOVERY BUTTONS AND OTG USB PORTS LOCATION ON UGOOS DEVICES YOU CAN SEE IN THE END OF THIS INSTRACTION.
IF YOU USE ANDROID TOOL:
In Android Tool choose “Upgrade Firmware” tab. If you did everything correctly and the RK driver installed properly on your computer, ANDROID TOOL shows you message “Found One Loader Device “
Click “Firmware” button and specify the path to the firmware file. You need to wait until the program download information about the firmware, then it will display report on the screen. Now click “Upgrade” button to start reflashing device. At the end, you will see a report indicating a successful operation.
For flashing dualboot or clear linux firmware (for example dualboot UT3/UT3s/UM3 firmwares)
Run Android Tool. If you did everything correctly and the RK driver installed properly on your computer, ANDROID TOOL shows you message “Found One Loader Device “ In Android Tool choose “Download Image” inset. Default program configured to flash 'clear' android on your device. If you want install “Dualboot” or “Clear Linux” click right mouse button by program window, and then select “Load config”.
3. Then choose one of configurations files:
config.cfg - if want flash only Android
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config_dualboot.cfg - if want flash dualboot
config_linux.cfg - if want flash only linux
3. Now click the “Run” button to start reflashing device. At the end, you will see a report indicating a successful operation.
IF YOU USE BATCH TOOL:
Main difference between Android tool and Batch tool is Batch tool can reflash several devices at the same time (6 max).
Run the Rockchip Batch Tool and click on the “…” to choose file with firmware. If you did everything correctly and the driver is installed on your computer, you will see green light on one of the indicators.
Run the Rockchip Batch Tool and click on the “…” to choose file with firmware. If you did everything correctly and the driver is installed on your computer, you will see green light on one of the indicators.
Now click the “Upgrade” button to the firmware of the device. At the end, you will see a report indicating a successful operation.
OTG usb ports and recovery buttons on Ugoos devices:
Rockchip Sd Firmware Tool
Ugoos UT4/UT3+/UT6
Recovery button and USB OTG port is on the right side
Ugoos UT3/UT3s (old version)
Recovery button and USB OTG port is on the right side
Ugoos UM3/UM4
Recovery button is from the left to antenna connector
OTG USB port is left one.
Ugoos UT5 Pro
Ugoos UM2
Ugoos UT2
Ugoos UT1
Find us:
Rockchip Factory Tool is a software application which helps you flash stock firmware on RockChip based smartphone and tablets. In this page, we are bringing you the latest version of Rockchip FactoryTool along with the previous versions.
Rockchip Factory Tool – Features
Stock Firmware:
The tool helps you to flash stock firmware on any RockChip smartphone and tablets including RK2918, RK3066, RK3188, RK312A and more. It comes with two options: 1. Upgrade and 2. Restore Option; you can choose anything you want based on your needs.
Dual-Language support:
Rockchip FactoryTool is available in two languages i.e English and Chinese. You can change the language of the tool by clicking on the language button anytime.
Detects Chip:
Once you have added the firmware file to the FactoryTool, it will automatically detect the chip of the firmware and will allow you to know if that firmware is compatible with your device or not.
Device List:
Whenever any RockChip Device is added to the computer, FactoryTool automatically detects it and show them in the device list. Added to this, it also shows the device type, device ID and the upgrade process during the flashing.
Download Rockchip Factory Tool
Rockchip Factory Tool is compatible with all versions of Windows operating systems, starting from Windows XP till the latest Windows 10 (both 32 bit or 64 bit). You can download the latest version of the Rockchip Factory Tool by clicking the below link:
v5.3:RockChip-FactoryTool-v5.3.zip
v5.2:RockChip-FactoryTool-v5.2.zip
v5.0:RockChip-FactoryTool-v5.0.zip
Rockchip Firmware Flashing Guide Using Factory Tool
v4.4:RockChip-FactoryTool-v4.4.zip
v4.0:RockChip-FactoryTool-v4.0.zip
v3.4:RockChip-FactoryTool-v3.4.zip
v1.39:RockChip-FactoryTool-v1.39.zip
v1.35:RockChip-FactoryTool-v1.35.zip
v1.33:RockChip-FactoryTool-v1.33.zip
v1.31:RockChip-FactoryTool-v1.31.zip
v1.25:RockChip-FactoryTool-v1.25.zip
Download RockChip Driver Assistant: You may need to install correct drivers that support RockChip FactoryTool: Download and install RockChip Driver Assistant on your PC.
Compatibility: It is compatible with all the versions of Windows: Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10. Both 32 Bit or 64 Bit are supported.
Caution: Please note that your personal data will be deleted permanently during the Upgrade or Restore process on FactoryTool. Take a complete backup of your important data before using the tool.
Credits: Rockchip FactoryTool is created and distributed by Fuzhou RockChip Inc. All credits go to them for sharing the tool for free.