Choose between "Ready" (if the device is in ADB) or "Maskrom" (if the device is bricked). Click the "Run" button to start the flashing process.
The V164 contains hardware-level security chips that authenticate with the target machine’s ECU. Without that handshake, the machine will not enter “factory mode,” and any attempt to reprogram will result in a locked controller.
: For heavily bricked boards missing clear hardware toggles, locate the eMMC/NAND chip on the PCB. Short the designated data pins (CLK to GND or D0 to GND) using fine tweezers before applying power to force the system directly into Maskrom Mode . 4. Initiating the Flashing Protocol factory tool v164
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Your computer will not recognize the device in flashing mode without the correct Rockchip USB drivers installed. Step-by-Step Guide to Using Factory Tool V164 Choose between "Ready" (if the device is in
Ensure you have the installed on your Windows PC. Without these drivers, the Factory Tool will not recognize your device. Step 2: Loading Firmware Launch FactoryTool.exe . Click the Firmware button (usually the top-left icon).
Extract the ZIP file directly to the root of your primary storage drive (e.g., C:\FactoryTool_v1.64\ ). Moving the folder into deep directories containing spaces or foreign symbols can crash the parsing script. Step 2: Load Target Firmware Without that handshake, the machine will not enter
To use the tool effectively, you typically need:
Connect the device to your computer via USB while holding the button.
Factory Tool is natively designed for Windows (7, 10, or 11). How to Use Factory Tool v164 Step 1: Loading the Firmware
