NAND-X JTAG Kits Update

Many users have asked us about the different JTAG kit designs that we mentioned yesterday. We are sending a bunch of different variations out to many different testers of varying skill over the next few days so we will have the perfect universal solution for you confirmed by next week. Not only are there versions designed for the top of the Xbox motherboard but we've also designed variations for the alternate points on the bottom of the motherboard, using BAT41 diodes where necessary and utilizing a 3 mode Multi-R resistor feature (0Ω / 330Ω  / 470Ω).

Here's a sample of the various versions:

To confirm (again), a JTAG Kit is INCLUDED with NAND-X. It is a complete package with everything you need with an MSRP of $34.95. Further kits will of course be available at a very reasonable price.

Xecuter LT CLIP, LT SWITCH 2, CK3-CP Update, NAND-X JTAG Update, CK3 Probe 2 Update

We have been extremely busy these past few weeks, so we figured we'd give you one big update to keep you up to speed with whats going on at the Xecuter factory.

1. Xecuter LT Clip

After a great deal of brainstorming we are pleased to finally announce the perfect solution for all Liteon DVD drives. Utilizing a completely innovative design we have been able to create a special clip that simply plugs onto the Liteon PCB with no wires, no solder and no conductive glue. Simply make your MRA hack trace cuts and connect the Xecuter LT Clip – that's it. We have even included a continuity tester into the circuit. Push a button and if its a Red LED = Bad Trace Cuts, a Green LED = Good Trace Cuts 🙂 The Xecuter Clip has been designed to work with both the new CK3 Probe 2 and also the new LT Switch 2. Available at the end of April.

2: LT Switch 2

The latest design in the best selling LT Switch series of products. The LT Switch v2 goes hand in hand with the LT Clip. Once the clip is installed you simply plug the LT Switch v2 into the the DVD drive via its own special DVD Power cable. Note: This does not replace the LT Switch v1.5, it operates the same as the current LT Switch v1.5 which includes the essential Multi-R feature for those difficult 93450 drives – it is designed specifically for the users who don't want to do any soldering or have to take any major risks with their DVD drive. It doesn't get any easier than this !

3. CK3-CP Update

The long awaited CK3-CP is in its final stages of development. Now includes complete Jungle Flasher integration with full LCD output and its own custom designed menus. Imagine just a couple of button presses would connect to the Liteon drive, auto eject to half tray, auto power cycle to vendor mode and then dump / write the firmware. The first completely functional unit to be designed for all your 360 DVD needs – and much much more. This is the crowning jewel in the CK3 line of products so expect many more updates in the next couple of weeks. For more information on the CK3-CP, it has its own forums here: http://team-xecuter.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=102

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4. NAND-X JTAG Update

We have been doing some further development with JTAG to improve the connections and stability on various different motherboard types and scenarios. After been given 37 different motherboards that all had issues of RROD or intermittent failures – we are pleased to tell you that after several revisions, additions and design changes to the JTAG kit (very different from the first pictures we showed you), each and every single one now works with no errors. We have put a lot of effort into making sure that any type of JTAG kit from us is commercial grade and tested as such, and not just a couple of pcb's with wires and diodes – that simply will not work on a universal scale.

We have put together a bunch of test kits for final analysis by several of the scenes best known JTAG'ers and they will put them through every scenario before they are given the GO for production. This is how its done when the product isn't rushed !

5. CK3 Probe 2 Update

After taking great care in its development, the new CK3 Probe 2 has been receiving rave reviews. thanks to the co-operation of the JF Team, it is the first and only product of its kind to offer Full Read and Write on all model Liteons (including the Winbond Chipset) without the need to solder in any rebuild PCB, the first and only one of its kind to have dual Probe v1 and MRA function all in one device, not to mention the essential Multi-R feature for stubborn 93450 DVD drives and a circuit protection system when in Probe v1 mode. For the bulk users who want a fast, all-in-one, reliable solution this is the only option for Liteon drives. You can either solder the MRA trace cuts or use conductive glue and have no soldering at all – its your choice.

The full review by Team Jungle can be seen here: http://jungleflasher.net/review10.html

6. and finally…….XFRAG Update

We get asked a lot about this 🙂 Due to all the new projects the XFRAG got kinda put on the back burner. Apologies to those who have waited a long time for us to release. Just to let you know it was sent to our packaging partners for final retail design. Won't be long now lol :p

Nand-X Solderless

After some posts made by forum members regarding a solderless method for the NAND points, we have agreed to manufacture a nice solderless add-on for the NAND-X. It's obviously not for everyone, and you will still need to solder the JTAG part of the mod, but it's easy to make and it's been requested so of course – why not? As you can see there is no heatsink on the southbridge – so we will be making a nice heatsink with attached breakout PCB and pogo pins – much like the Xapt3r we made in the X2/X3 Xbox 1 days. Thanks to Micr0shaft for his ideas and we will be giving you something easy to use in the next couple of weeks 🙂

Original Forum Post: http://team-xecuter.com/forums/showthread.php?t=53495

NAND-X Install Pics #2 – JTAG

We recently showed you how to easily install the NAND-X using the included quicksolder pcb system, now here is an image to show you how easy and clean it is to install the JTAG hack to the 360 motherboard.

For this example we have used the Xenon motherboard. There are a number of features to note:

• All component strategies based on hundreds of user reports
• Tested on all motherboards Xenon, Falcon, Zephyr, Opus & Jasper
• All diodes used will be BAT41 (Maximum compatibility and success)
• Points 4 and 7 on J2D2 has a switchable 330 Ohm resistor (many reports of RROD on certain motherboards without it, and also many reports that it is not required on certain motherboards)
• Option to disable JTAG completely. We have basically added an "OFF" switch for those that need to disable the JTAG hack for whatever reason (testing, debugging, returning to stock etc). This of course saves you the time from having to desolder anything.
• This is the cleanest and most solid JTAG install you will find. No need for any circuits to disable the JTAG after so many seconds – no messy installs or bad parts causing RROD's.
• We are providing 2 x Cables for J2B1 (1 for Xenon and 1 for all other motherboards. Cut to the perfect length for optimum signal)

We are sorry by confusion caused by vendors of competitors products who have been trying to lie and flame about the NAND-X on forums to sell their own products (info), but this kit is of course included with the NAND-X package as announced back in February.

You can Pre-Order the NAND-X right now for the special early bird price of £19.95 / $29.95 from CK3 GAMES (LIMITED TO 250 PCS THEN THE PRICE WILL REVERT TO £24.95 / $34.95) – SO HURRY !

EDIT: Here is a pic of the JTAG add-on installed to a Jasper motherboard. As you can see the yellow wire goes to the front control panel of the 360. Easy explanation for those asking why there wasn't a quicksolder PCB for the J2B1 points – it's not really necessary 🙂

NAND-X Install Pics

A lot of people were asking how the NAND-X tool was installed to the motherboard. Was it really as easy as we claimed ?

Answer: YES 🙂

Xecuter NAND-X Now In Production

Xecuter presents the NAND-X & JTAG Connection Kit. Based on the proven and excellent NAND PRO USB Programmer designed by illustrious scene member Tiros, we have developed a very tight package that gives you everything you need without having to use any other parts or self-made cables and kits – and certainly without breaking the bank! Not only do we provide one of the fastest 360 NAND programmers currently available, but we have designed a very simple connection system using our popular and much used quicksolder PCB breakout boards. Also as a bonus we have integrated an expansion socket and an update port so you are able to update the firmware of the ARM Controller to make sure you can keep up to date with future new features, upgrades and add-ons. We have also included an optional pin header cable system just like the old XBOX LPC Days – so you can connect the NAND-X via quick solder pcb, pin header or use the color coded wires and solder straight to the 7 easy points.

We have also designed an easy to install JTAG Connection Kit that works on ALL Xbox 360 Motherboards – From Xenon thru to Jasper. Naturally if you want to JTAG your console it has to have a compatible dash / kernel version (The JTAG Connection Kits will also be sold separately for those that already have NAND programmers). A full range of tutorials and walk thrus will be available on our forums shortly.

Here is a brief run down of the NAND-X’s features:

• Fast USB 360 NAND Programming
• Rock Solid 60Mhz ARM Controller
• Easy Install System for both NAND and JTAG
• Includes Quick Solder Connection Kit For NAND
• Includes Quick Solder Connection Kit For JTAG Hack (All Version Motherboards)
• Includes Optional Pin Header Connection Kit For NAND
• Includes Optional Pin Header Connection Kit For JTAG Hack (All Version Motherboards)
• Built-in Programmer For Future NAND-X Firmware Upgrades (Windows App Available)
• Add-on Expansion Socket Included
• Proven Technology – Based On NAND Pro Design
• 100% Compatible with NAND Pro v2.0e
• Rock Solid Design – Tested by many JTAGER’S
• High Quality & Trusted Xecuter Design
• Complete with ALL cables required including USB
• Multiple NAND & JTAG Connection Kits Sold Separately for Bulk Installers (Will be cheap – like LT Switch)
• Affordable – We Provide You With More For Less !

Production has now begun so we expect delivery to arrive sometime in April. RRP is set at around £24.95 / $34.95 however a small number of resellers are offering a special pre-order promotional price of just £19.95 / $29.95 !!!

For those that have an interest in how projects like Nand-X evolve through the prototype stages – here is a fun chart we made for your reference – check out this image

ORDER NOW FROM MODTRADERS

LT Switch v1.5 On Sale

This is the new Xecuter LT Switch v1.5 – the latest version in the best selling Xecuter LT Switch range.

Now Includes MULTI-R Function. It was discovered that a small number of Liteon drives would not dump the firmware with a 20 ohm resistor – but required an 18 Ohm or 22 Ohm resistor –  so now you can select between 18, 20 and 22 Ohms ! (Default should be set to 20 Ohms – this will work 99% of the time)

The installation is very simple and takes about 5 minutes if you have some small experience with a soldering iron. It has been tested with the latest Jungle Flasher 0.1.73. All Liteon drive versions have been tested with 100% Success (Including the troublesome Winbond IC). There is no need to remove the LT Switch after it has been installed – simply switch to normal mode and you are good to go. Even if you have to upgrade in the future – you don't have to touch the switch again !

Don't be fooled by more expensive copycat products. This is the only solution you need to do a very simple job. Remember this product follows the K.I.S.S engineering principle (KEEP IT SIMPLE STUPID) 🙂

You can read a review by Team Jungle HERE

• The Only Liteon Solution Recommended By Team Jungle !
• Enables Read/Write on ALL Liteon 74850, 83850, 93450 DVD Drives
• Easy & Simple Install – Install Once & Forget
• Enable / Disable Switch
• Multi-R Switch (18, 20, 22 Ohms)
• Supports both Winbond & MXIC Chipset
• On/Off LED
• Completely Undetectable
• No Need To Uninstall
• Works with ALL tools including the latest Jungle Flasher
• Full Installation Tutorial – CLICK HERE

Now On Sale at ModTraders & CK3 Games

XECUTER NAND-X

First of all let us congratulate the winner of the product naming competition. Well done to xellaphan from New Jersey, USA for giving us the simple and yet obviously descriptive XECUTER NAND-X. Probably the easiest $1000 that guy has ever made 😉 There were several thousand entries so thanks to everyone that gave it a go. Thanks also for giving us the chance to give a little back to the scene members. Sure you get the complainers and the trolls but luckily they are a lonely minority. The majority give great feedback and also give us many ideas to implement into products. There were many cool ideas in there for future products – if we ever use someones idea we will definitely make sure it's rewarded. If you don't like the name – then you can send a complaint email to [email protected] 😉

Now, for several weeks we have been discussing our toying with 360 homebrew and we were asked by many forum members to design a high quality USB NAND programmer and JTAG connection kit in all all-in-one package. There are quite a few good kits already available on the market but there wasn't one that gave a complete professional solution so that's where the XECUTER NAND-X comes in. Based on the proven and excellent NAND PRO USB Programmer designed by illustrious scene member Tiros, we have developed a very tight package that gives you everything you need without having to use any other parts or self-made cables and kits – and certainly without breaking the bank! Not only do we provide one of the fastest 360 NAND programmers currently available, but we have designed a very simple connection system using our popular and much used quicksolder PCB breakout boards – and as a bonus we have also integrated a programmer so you are able to update the firmware of the ARM Controller to make sure you can keep up to date with future new features and upgrades. We've also included an optional pin header cable system just like the old XBOX LPC Days 🙂

Naturally, we will also be offering all of the NAND & JTAG Connection Kits seperatley for bulk installers – and the price of these will be very cheap, much like the LT Switch deals. Also included is the ability to program the onboard ARM controller so it is future proofed for any firmware updates. So you can be sure that you will have the ability to stay on top of new features or improvements in the USB flashing code.

So why buy Xecuter ? With over 10 years of hardware and software development experience in the video games industry, and over 180 products manufactured and distributed globally, Xecuter are the brand that you can rely on to bring you quality, innovation, affordability – and most importantly – TRUST. All our products are backed by a resellers warranty. We take pride in our product and we stand by everything we do. There is only one thing more important than the product and that's keeping you the customer happy. Our award winning factory ensures the most stringent quality control procedures so you can be sure of the very highest standards. We have also invested heavily on cost effective measures enabling us to pass savings on to you, the customer.

Here is a brief run down of the NAND-X's features:

• Fast USB 360 NAND Programming
• Rock Solid 60Mhz ARM Controller
• Easy Install System for both NAND and JTAG
• Includes Quick Solder Connection Kit For NAND
• Includes Quick Solder Connection Kit For JTAG Hack (All Version Motherboards)
• Includes Optional Pin Header Connection Kit For NAND
• Includes Optional Pin Header Connection Kit For JTAG Hack (All Version Motherboards)
• Built-in Programmer For Future NAND-X Firmware Upgrades (Windows App Available)
• Designed For Additional Add-ons
• Proven Technology – Based On NAND Pro Design
• 100% Compatible with NAND Pro v2.0e
• Rock Solid Design – Tested by many JTAGER'S
• High Quality & Trusted Xecuter Design
• Complete with ALL cables required including USB
• Multiple NAND & JTAG Connection Kits Sold Separately for Bulk Installers (Will be cheap – like LT Switch)
• Affordable – We Provide You With More For Less !

Production has now begun so we expect retailers to begin receiving stock at the end of March / beginning of April. RRP is set at around £24.95 / $34.95 however we are told that there will be some of our resellers doing a special promotional price of just £19.95 / $29.95 for the first couple of weeks so watch out for those promotions! Full installation diagrams and instructions will be available shortly. If you do see one of our resellers offering pre-orders, only do so after you have seen the installation diagram because some people always try to make trouble on some forums talking trash like we are trying to hide something. Don't listen to idiots – trust 10 years of skills from guys who actually know their stuff. The install points are the same as all current methods (NAND points J1D2, J2B1, & JTAG points J2D2, J1F1), we're preparing some nice tutorials right now.

This is a picture of our original prototype unit that we posted on the forums a few weeks back. naturally a lot has changed as this is about 5 weeks old but we'll get some nice images together for you over the weekend 🙂

Truth be told we are having a blast with homebrew. It's like the old days again and this is only the beginning 😉 For the last couple of months now some of our old team members from the XBOX 1 glory days have begun to stir and there are now 14 New projects currently in development at our factory so you can be sure of many new and exciting products to get your teeth into in the very near future 🙂

Thanks to the following who are actively involved in the 360 Homebrew scene. These guys deserve all your support !!

Tiros (Nand Pro), Redline99 (Xellous), Free60 (Xell), TeamXBR (XBReboot), KrK / Team 360h (ISO2GOD), Team XeDEV (XM360, XeXmenu, NXE2GOD, QuickBoot), Axc97c (Freestyle 360 Dash), Ski-lleR (IngeniouX 360 Dash) and of course xboxhacker.org, xbox-scene.com & maxconsole.net. Apologies if we have missed you from this list – let us know if you would like your work promoted !

CK3 Probe v2 First Batch Available & New LT Switch v1.5

As previously announced the CK3 Probe v2 shipment was on hold due to the delay on the custom made conductive glue shipment. Due to the quantity it was not allowed to be flown on a airplane so had to be transported by ship (which has caused an 8 week delay). However we have been inundated with requests to release a batch of the stock without the glue as many of you are simply prepared just to do the trace repairs yourselves. Naturally we have instructed the resellers who are selling without the glue to give a discount and to make sure that you are made aware that the glue is not included. It is on its way so if you are desperate for the no-solder solution then you'll have to wait a couple more weeks.

The good news is that while we were waiting for the glue we had time to add a new feature called MULTI-R which is also a new feature that we have added to an upgraded version of the ridiculously popular LT Switch.

With the help of TeaJunkie on our forums who has become somewhat of a go-to guy for repairing Liteon PCB's that some of you had butchered in a frenzy of solder-hate, we discovered a very small number of DVD drives that simply would not switch to vendor mode. Now before a thousand of you who couldn't get 0x72 vendor mode start waving your hands, the number of returned drives with this error was 2 out of 63 drives. The majority of the time it was user error. However even if there is a small chance of an issue, we had to find a solution and implement it. After input from other experienced members and various articles on the same problem, we found that the LT Switch default resistor level of 20 Ohms could sometimes be too much or not enough for a small number of DVD drives (we found that the majority of drives that ever showed this issue were the Liteon 93450). So our solution once again lends itself to the process of K.I.S.S (KEEP IT SIMPLE STUPID) – We added a switch bank so you could choose your level of resistor 🙂 Your options are 18 Ohms, 20 Ohms (Default) and 22 Ohms. We have called this feature "MULTI-R" and it has now been implemented on the LT Switch v1.5 and the CK3 Probe v2.

We have also made sure that unlike other products, the underside of the PCB is protected against shortages from any exposed PCB traces (as implemented on the LT Switch v1)

The New Designed LT Switch v1.5 with MULTI-R. On Sale From March 28th £5.95 / $8.95 (Bulk Discounts Available As Usual).

….and the new design CK3 Probe v2 with MULTI-R Feature. Note we have also color coded the Probes so they can be easily identified. Remember that unlike other products, the CK3 Probe v2 also has Probe v1 Support (Liteon 74850 Key Dump with No Trace Cuts), has its own power isolator switch so you can be completely safe against shortages even if your CK3 is turned on and no rebuild PCB's to solder. The new custom made conductive glue is absolutely fantastic and as soon as that's ready to ship we will let you know. In the meantime you can buy the CK3 probe v2 without the glue for just £11.95 / $17.95 – Stock is expected to arrive before March 28th.

Xecuter XFRAG 360 Launched

The Xecuter XFRAG 360 is the ultimate accessory for the hardcore gamer who craves the accuracy and freedom of using their beloved keyboard and mouse on an Xbox 360. We have looked at other products on the market and taken it to the next level by looking at gamers wish lists and then fine tuning every aspect of quality and performance and giving it to you at a price that doesn’t break the bank.

This device is not meant for the average gamer who likes to take pot shots at tin cans, this is for the gamer who loves to frag the living hell out of anything that moves – whether it be Call Of Duty, Gears of War, Rainbow Six or Halo – you will simply OWN anything that crosses your path. For the discerning Playstation addict – you can even connect a PS2 DualShcok2 controller to your Xbox 360 (though why anybody would prefer the PS2 controller over the soul-soothing goodness that is a 360 controller is beyond us) – we’ve added it anyway !

We have struck a deal that will see this distributed in several global high street retail chains so you can be sure to be able to get your hands on one of these for only $69.95 ! (Similar products sell for upto $100)
Features:

• Connect a PS/2 or USB keyboard & Mouse to the Xbox 360
• Connect a Playstation DualShock2 controller to the Xbox 360
• All Xbox 360 buttons including analogue can be mapped to any keys on the keyboard
• Rapid Fire and Auto Fire Function (8 Customizable Buttons)
• Adjustable X&Y Mouse Sensitivity
• Compatible with most PS/2 or USB Keyboard & Mouse combination’s
• Compatible with all Xbox 360 Games
• Compatible with all Xbox 360 Console Versions
• Compatible with both CL & the new Matrix Xbox 360 Wired Controllers
• Connect any PS2 peripheral including Guitars, Dance mats, Light Guns, Racing Wheels etc
• Trusted Xecuter Design & Quality