moneytoo in the QJ forums, PSP homebrew developer">Madruscoe (aka moneytoo; the maker of PMP Mod AVC) has informed us about this bit of homebrew news. PMPlayer AdVanCe (PPA) by cooleyes (cooleyes_lf) has been updated. The homebrew application plays PMP files with AAC support. It also has skins, standby, TrueType (TT) fonts, and more features. More importantly, it has an English skin (although you have to do a little tweak to get it):

• To have an English skin for PPA, edit the config.xml by changing MHP to normal-en (you change the part that says "MHP" into "normal-en").

The release notes are in Chinese, but for those who are curious, you can try to read the nasty Google translation which you can find by clicking on the "Full Article" link. If anyone can read Chinese and translate it for us, though, that would be great too, and we will be forever grateful.

There are several versions available. There is an EBOOT version for FW 1.5 and an EBOOT version for 2.71 SE and 3.XX OE. There may also be other versions, but the links at cngba.com don't seem to work (you can try - just follow the "Via" link below).

Download: PMPlayer AdVanCe (PPA) build 20070324 1.5
Download: PMPlayer AdVanCe (PPA) build 20070324 1.5 EBOOT
Download: PMPlayer AdVanCe PPA 20070324 2.71SE 3.XXOE
Download: PMPlayer AdVanCe PPA 20070324 2.71SE 3.XXOE EBOOT

  

The PSP videophiles may want to hear this heads-up, as we announce the latest update to Madruscoe's (aka moneytoo) PMP Mod AVC. Given that the app is a favorite for guys running on AVC converted files, we thought you'd be happy to hear this bit of news, which also makes mention of the new tweaks made to make v1.02M-K easier and faster to work with.

• Added directory support
• Changed scrolling in filelist is a bit optimized (faster)
• Changed left (analogue pad) = go parent directory (..)
• Changed for speed (cpu) change hold R trigger and press L trigger (to avoid accidental press)
  

The controls should function the same as in v1.02M-J (the previous version). We follow-up this good news with our customary recommendation of viewing the bundle's accompanying README and FAQ to help newcomers work this application properly. Also make sure to check out the forums for any further updates and hints Madruscoe may provide. Enjoy the download.

Download: [PMP Mod AVC v1.02M-J]
Discuss: [Forum Release Thread]

Homebrew coder Madruscoe (aka moneytoo) dropped by our own forums today with an update for PMP Mod AVC. This program is for FW 1.5/OE users for playing AVC converted files with high quality and in full resolution.

There are a lot of changes with v1.02M-J, but probably the most important one is a bug fix related to freezing whenever the last (bottom) video is deleted. Long file names for videos can now be deleted, and the no PMP video screen has been fixed.

Madruscoe said that the thumbnails are .png files with 96x54 px resolution. They can be created on a PC; they should be correctly named to work with PMP Mod AVC; should a .pos file is generated, .png will be overwritten by a new screenshot.

Here are some of the controls as provided by the coder:

Analogue stick in filelist:

• up/down = up/down
• left = exit
• right = play

Headphones/remote control in filelist:

• forward = down
• back = up
• play/pause = play

Download: [PMP Mod AVC v1.02M-J subtitle mod (fw1.5/OE)]
Discuss: [Forum Release Thread]

Whenever there are new homebrew releases for higher firmwares, we always get comments like "How about us 1.5 users?" It's good to know then that moneytoo in the QJ forums, PSP homebrew developer">Madruscoe (a.k.a. moneytoo in QJ forums) keeps on updating his awesome PMP Mod AVC. To those of you who are new to this, the program actually allows firmware 1.5 users to play full resolution, high-quality AVC converted files using the PMP AVC Muxer.

Anyway, these are all the changes that happened since the last release:

Version 1.02M-I (02.02.07) tuned by Madruscoe:

• Fixed displaying long file names in deleting dialog window
• Added ability to set any brightness you want (included 4th brightness level and brightness lower than the default system minimum) (can be set only in file list, press/hold left/right)

Version 1.02M-H (14.01.07) tuned by Madruscoe:

• Fixed subtitles (.srt) disappeared after 30 minutes of playing (thank you bootsector)
• Added thumbnail support (thanks to JasonV and his Mod)
• Added support for headphones/remote control and analogue pad in file list
• New graphics by MAK

As always, please browse through the complete readme file first included in the download before using this app. All important details can be found there.

Download: [PMP Mod AVC v1.02M-I subtitle mod (fw1.5/OE)]
Discuss: [Forum Release Thread]

Yesterday saw the release of madruscoe's revolutionary wireless IR keyboard application, TyDoPad, for the PSP; and now you can get yourself a piece of the pie!

That's right, madruscoe has decided to release the source code of TyDoPad v0.01 to allow developers to make their own applications which will support this keyboard, so if you're coding a new application which sends e-mails or something similar, then this may prove useful!

The tough nut to crack at the moment is getting this wireless keyboard interpreter to work as a PRX plugin for Dark_Alex's 3.03 OE custom firmware. If someone manages to convert this source code into something which will work as a PRX then any homebrewer running this firmware will be able to use the keyboard at any time - in a UMD game, playing a homebrew game, or most importantly, while browsing the web on your PSP. So this is your calling devs - get to work!

Download: [TyDoPad v0.01 Source Code]
Discuss: [Forum discussion thread]

You might be a little confused here. The title says the PSP keyboard has arrived but today the news comes in the form of a homebrew application, not a USB keyboard for PSP. That's because madruscoe (also known as moneytoo from our forums) has managed to create a homebrew application which lets you make short notes and save them as .txt files on your Memory Stick using the Palm(One) Universal Wireless Keyboard.

This is the only keyboard supported at the moment and the good news is you can pick them up for around $50 on Amazon and they'll work with your Palm PDA.

As homebrew veterans will probably know, this is an amazing feat because accessory giant Logic 3 has been trying to make a keyboard for the PSP for a very long time and has failed because they needed "to acquire certain information and command protocols from Sony for the PSP" which they where unable to obtain.

There's another planned PSP Keyboard on the way for Spring 2007, but we haven't heard from the company developing the product, FITC, since August 2006. Once again, the homebrew scene has continued its habit of sticking it to the man - well done to madrusco for this release!

We haven't got a Palm Wireless Keyboard handy to test it out, but we're sure that some of you must have one already for a PDA. At this time you aren't allowed to view/open/edit written text and the limit for one note is 4 kB, with the number of notes you can gave only limited by your memory stick size. This is only a beta though, so start expecting a fully-functional PSP keyboard soon. There's even talk in our forums of a prx to accept keyboard input anywhere - in the XMB, in a game or even when playing homebrew. It's a good time to own a PSP! Check out the video below.

Download: [TyDoPad v0.01 beta]
Discuss: [Forum release thread]

Madruscoe has put up yet another release of PMP Mod AVC. This version adds some nifty new graphics, as well as some fixes for issues people found with v1.02M-G.

Now some of you have questioned the purpose of this application in light of the new movie functions available in 3.03 OE-B. Well, it's simple. First off, you have subtitle support. If you're watching something foreign, or have a lot of episodes of Bleach on your PSP, then something with subtitle support (if you know how to put the requisite subtitle files in) would definitely be useful. Second, and this is up for some debate, is video quality. Depending on what you're watching, it's probably only the film buffs who'll notice the big difference. There's no need to berate someone over it.

Best of all, using Madruscoe's program is a matter of choice. He's put a lot of work into it and it takes a dedicated coder to come out with new releases that quickly. Whether you use his work or not, it's only fitting that we give him the respect he deserves for offering a great app at rock-bottom (dare i say nonexistent) prices.

As always, check the readme for additional information, and feel free to check out the linked forum thread if you want to ask him (posting as moneytoo) or some other people about your movie queries. Oh, and props to him for a nice looking XMB background and a visual of "M.A.S.H." on the second screenshot.

Version 1.02M-H (14.01.07) tuned by Madruscoe:

• Fixed subtitles (.srt) disappeared after 30 minutes of playing (thank you bootsector)
• Added thumbnail support (thanks to JasonV and his Mod)
• Added support for headphones/remote control and analogue pad in filelist
• New graphics by MAK

Download: [PMP Mod AVC v1.02M-H subtitle mod (fw1.5/OE)]
Discuss: [Forum Release Thread]

 

A new day, a new PMP mod update. Lots of people get to modify their media players, but one mainstay in the homebrew scene (and one whose releases are very much looked forward to by many) is Madruscoe. His PMP Mod AVC allows you to play videos on your PSP in full resolution (and it can support subtitles). Also known as moneytoo in our QJ forums, Madruscoe updated his application once again - uh, correction: twice again.

The January 11 releases have these changes:

• Version 1.02M_g (11.01.07) tuned by madruscoe:
• fixed freezing when displaying osd without inserted battery
• fixed completing description of controls (some left)
• Version 1.02M_f (11.01.07) tuned by madruscoe:
• fixed single line subtitle limit in .sub file (now if its more than 62 chars, new line is added so subtitles are displayed correctly - no more gray strokes)
• added extension .avc is supported and displayed in filelist
• added basic support for analogue pad (only up/down in filelist)

We're uploading the most recent one (v1.02M_g) below. For those who are new to this player mod, take sure you check the readme file. All pertinent info can be found there.

Download: [PMP Mod AVC v1.02M_g subtitle mod]
Discuss: [Forum Release Thread]

For PSP neophytes wondering what a PMP Mod AVC is, it's obviously a homebrew app. What it does is it allows firmware 1.5 users to play full resolution, high-quality AVC movie files converted using the PMP AVC Muxer. That in turn means you don't have to upgrade to higher firmwares.

Going back to our topic, moneytoo (aka Madrusco) has announced the release of PMP Mod AVC v1.02M_e on the boards. And for those wondering what he tweaked since version "c:"

Version 1.02M_e (10.01.07) tuned by madruscoe:

• fixed deleting (not disappearing dialog window)
• added elapsed/remaining time display (press X + start)

Version 1.02M_d (09.01.07) tuned by madruscoe:

• added description of controls (press square in filelist)

Remember to view the README in the zip bundle for more details. Moneytoo comments that he thinks the biggest update for the pack was the addition of the time display. Given how easily most of us lose track of time, this is a welcome addition to the 'brew. Kudos to moneytoo - this is not poor programming! Keep it up.

Download [PMP Mod AVC v1.02M_e]
Discuss [Forum release thread]

Madrusco (known as moneytoo in the QJ forums) has today proved that you don't need amazing programming skills to give something back to the community. He has released an updated version of the PMP Mod AVC subtitle mod despite describing his own PSP programming skills as 'poor'.

Well, they may be poor by his standards but by looking at the changelog, this mod should be very useful for any PMP Mod AVC user. It has some pretty good practical changes. See for yourself...here's the changelog:

• Added display subtitles up, when the bar is shown
• Added left battery life time on status bar during video play
• Added deleting only .pos file (press SELECT - O to confirm)
• Added time and battery on status bar during video play (audio stream and loop hidden - no use for me)
• Fixed file info date display (maybe only my problem cause of using xvid4psp)
• Fixed units Mb -> MB etc.
• Added deleting .pmp including .sub, .srt, and .pos files
• Added actual time display (press Start button to refresh)
• Added battery status (percent) and time left

Take a close look at the screens above if you aren't entirely sure what this mod will do, but if you fancy a change of scenery and would like the mainly cosmetic updates added to your PMP Mod AVC player then simply download below. This application will work on both 1.5 and 3.03 OE-A.

Download: [PMP Mod AVC v1.02M_c]
Discuss: [Forum release thread]