Not long after the beta update, PSP homebrew developer DickyDick1969 released the PimpStreamer version 1.0. This version adds a lot of improvements to the Sony PlayStation Portable application, like better support for 3.xx firmwares and  fully graphical fast scrolling fonts.

PimpStreamer v1.0 comes in an executable installer file (Windows format), so it shouldn't take much effort other than following instructions to install. If you get it to work, you'll enjoy better streaming than previous versions, and notice less energy consumption when listening to MP3 audio files. There's also the DNS lookup feature.

Those running on 1.50 firmware can use the old PMP_MOD-based version which will be installed along with v1.0. The latest version of PimpStreamer is not based on PMP_MOD and it's made from scratch according to the developer, but has the functions available from previous releases of the app.

Download: PimpStreamer v1.0

About a month after PiMPStreamer v1.0 beta rolled out, homebrew developer DickyDick1969 served out version 1.0-2 that should sort out problems regarding video/audio synchronization. PiMPStreamer version 1.0-2 beta is version 1.0 beta recoded from the ground up and should still be compatible with the 3.52 M33-4 firmware.

You'll notice that the archive sits pretty light at around less than 1 MB, and that's because with version 1.0 beta onwards, the storage-heavy ffmpeg libraries were taken care of. It should sport a new graphical user interface for users of firmwares within the 3.xx range, though many of the functions are still not fully ported just yet.

The developer also added two new features just to sweeten the update: color is now sprinkled in, as well as a one-button quit option (TRIANGLE) to exit from a movie being played. There is no bundled readme in sight, so just place the fully extracted folder over to the GAME folder under PSP to set you off in the right direction. Don't forget that you'll need to run media on a PiMPStreamer server on your Nintendo Wii, PC, or Sony PlayStation 3 and list them into the config.txt file.

Download: Pimpstreamer Beta 1.0-2 for 3.xx (Eboot)

 

Based on a thread tremianor started over at QJ.NET forums, we've just found out that developer dickydick1969 has recently finished work on PiMPStreamer v1.0 Beta. This application, in case you're asking, allows you to stream video and music from your  PC, PlayStation 3 (PS3), or even Wii, into your PSP. A lot's changed since PiMPStreamer's version 0.90a from last May, and dickydick1969 states that this release is a 3.xx-only, full graphical version. Here are the rest of version 1.0 Beta's noted changes:

• Tested on Custom PSP Firmware 3.52 M33-4
  
• This time from the ground up, without any heavy ffmpeg libs to carry with.
• not based on pmp_mod, uses mp3 hardware decoding and plain software decoding (no me.prx needed)
• color info not right yet, need to implement yuv->rgb
• fully graphical
• a beta, not all functions yet ported
• when in movie no stopping yet (test with small movies)
• sound still skippy
  

Guys who wish to pick up more info regarding this application can drop by dickydick1969's blog, via the source link. Or, you can also opt to visit tremianor's thread over at the QJ.NET forums for other related discussions.

Download: PiMPStreamer v1.0 Beta
Visit: QJ.NET PSP Development forums

It should be remembered that homebrew coder DickyDick1969 came up with the new version of application PiMPStreamer. To those of you still not familiar with this program,  it basically allows users to stream audio and video content from their PC units, PlayStation 3 (PS3), and even Wii onto their PlayStation Portable (PSP).

The last release was on version 0.90 and the most exciting thing about it is that the application has been Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) compatible. However, it came to DickyDick1969's attention that several users were having problems with the program especially those who are on CFW 3.10 OE-A'.

So what the coder did was created a test EBOOT that will print the error code. Apparently, if you put this EBOOT in the "PIMPSTREAMER090" directory on your PSP, you will get the error "8002013A". Also, it was found out that CFW 3.40 OE users are also having problems because it misses a kernel library (memodule.prx).

If you want to try and see if you're having the same problem, the test EBOOT has been provided below. Also, you might want to give PiMPStreamer v0.90a. DickyDick1969 wishes to be informed with any other future issues.

Download: PiMPStreamer v0.90a (.msi)
Download: Test EBOOT to print error code

 

DickyDick1969's media streaming application is back with a new version. PiMPStreamer v0.90 is here, and with it comes the promise of WPA compatibility.

For those who haven't heard of PiMPStreamer, it's an application that'll allow users to stream audio and video from their PCs, Sony PS3s, and Nintendo Wiis to their PlayStation Portable (PSP) in real time. Now, the new version apparently adds WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) compatibility, which should mean increased connection security, among other things.

PiMPStreamer works for 1.5 original and 3.X custom firmware, with the setup automatically installing it for both setups. An added addition to the program is that you can easily quit the homebrew application by pressing the home button. In any case, give it a try, don't forget to check the readme files, and don't hesitate to drop DickyDick1969 a line for more information.

Download: PiMPStreamer v0.90 (Zip)

 

Homebrew coder DickyDick1969 has just announced that the PiMPStreamer homebrew application has been updated to version 0.83. For the guys wondering what this application does, PiMPStreamer is a PC-based application that allows users to stream video and MP3 files to their PlayStation Portables. It's also recently been updated to stream videos for the PlayStation 3's (PS3) and Nintendo Wii's browsers, with this latest version carrying MP3 support for these two consoles.

In case this is your first time using the application, here are the setup instructions: Install to PC, run PiMPStreamer, configure Opera (or the PS3 browser) to the PC's IP address at port 3333 (configurable).

Also added to version 0.83 is a set volume and play/pause function, which DickyDick1969 says can be activated by clicking on the application's little hat icon. Lastly, the author also reminds PSP owners to use the PSP binaries, not the browsable FLV streamer.

The PC and PSP installers await below for your downloading pleasure. Make sure to view the file README for the PSP version for proper installation instructions, usage details, and changelog lists. Enjoy!

Download: PiMPStreamer v0.83 installer (PC)
Download: PiMPStreamer v0.83 installer (PSP)

 

Tada! DickyDick1969 updated PiMPStreamer to v0.80, which has no new features for one of the best free streaming solutions for the PSP... but lucky you if you have a PS3 or Wii in the living room! DickyDick1969 says he's extended PiMPStreamer into a fully HTTP-browsable wireless FLV video streamer, tested on a Wii.

He hasn't tested it yet, but he believes you can also use FLV-capable PocketPCs with this build. And a response to Dicky's blog says that he's also tried it on the PS3 browser, something Dicky didn't mention, and it worked nicely there - although he's asking for a video size option in a future build, since the PS3 can support higher resolutions than the Wii. Good point, too.

Basic instructions: install to PC, run PiMPStreamer, configure Opera (or the PS3 browser) to the PC's IP address at port 3333 (configurable), go forth and multiply.

Basic warnings: since this is a new feature, there may be some inevitable bugs to deal with. DickyDick1969 will be happy to hear of detailed bug reports via mail (check the source link for more info). Also, Dicky was only able to test with a wireless Wii, and is rather worried that the Wii's limited memory capacity will be enough to handle really long FLVs.

Hey - we've all enjoyed PiMPStreamer on the PSP, right? Now you can't lug around a PS3 (or even a Wii) and the TV around the house for portable media viewing... but hey, do the math:

(PiMPStreamer) + (PS3 or Wii) + (Living room couch) + (mood lighting) + (sappy chick flick) + (girlfriend of your dreams) = (the perfect Valentine evening).*

TOO BAD IT'S MARCH.

Download: PiMPStreamer v0.80 installer

(*) The equation presented above has been verified by a panel of independent experts and found to be entirely accurate.

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UPDATE: DickyDick1969 wastes no time as he has released v0.81 of the PiMPStreamer installer. He mentions that he added a new "rendersize" option which can also be of use for all you PSP Users. Please check out the article to know more about this.

Download: PiMPStreamer v0.81 installer

 

Not one to be forgotten, DickyDick1969 has just released an update to his great video streaming homebrew, PimpStreamer. Now at v0.77, the application is mature enough to not require any fixes which is why this version has a few new features:

• Updates Windows DLLs, latest ffmpeg svn build.
• You dont have to copy the SUB (subtitles) file any more. PimpStreamer will detect the SUB file on the PC and copy it to your mem stick. (Note: only SUB not SRT, just convert it with various tools)
• Image pause

Dick would also like to thank all the donators who've donated about 400-500 Euros in total! This means that he will be buying a new PSP specially so that he can test his work on a 3.03 FW PSP (His current one will stay at 1.50). He also said that his latest version allowed him to stream a whole concert without any stuttering. And it seemed that minimizing the application (server) in Windows helped a bit. Anyways, have fun with PimpStreamer!

Download Link: [PimpStreamer 0.77]

And if you thought v1.9 was the last version of this incredibly useful app, well then, you're so wrong. danny_kay1710 has just upgraded PSPHost to v2.0.

PSPHost (formerly known as PSPLink) is a graphical interface support for NETHOSTFS, USBHOSTFS, PiMPStreamer, and WiFi Controller. Like we said, it's darn useful.

The dev says there are no new features added to this latest version, but two major bug fixes have been made.

• The biggest one (bug fix) being the simple fact that on a lot of computers (mine not included) NETHOST would not stay running, it would close straight away after enabling it.
• Other fix was the timer for detecting servers was slowed down to stop using as many resources.

danny_kay1710's hoping that these bug fixes would make PSPHost v2.0 a stable enough version for him to be able to start adding new features to the app. He also says that the PSP Pack from V1.8 can be used.

Thanks to danny_kay1710 - he even saw fit to tell us QJ folks about his wonderful program himself!

Download: [PSPHost v2.0]
Download: [PSPHost v1.8]

Homebrew dev, danny_kay1710 has recently updated one of his creations, PSPHost formerly known as PSPLink. In case you have no idea what in the world this thing is, it is actually a graphical interface support for USBHOSTFS, NETHOSTFS, WiFi Controller, and PiMPStreamer.

The last time we talked about it, the dev added the latest updates of DickyDick1969's PiMPStreamer. He also introduced some compatibility fixes that would be of great help to those people who aren't using Windows XP. While v1.8 was jampacked with updates, there's always some room for improvement.

In your comments, you mentioned that there we're some bugs that prevented you from maximizing the capabilities of this app, well, hopefully, danny_kay did his part. You could leave out your suggestions and other thoughts on the comments section. For now, here is the changelog:

• Now supports and includes the drivers for 64bit operating systems.
• Startup bug fixed where when set to start with PSPHost the USB and WiFi server folders would not be applied. The default installation directory applied instead
• Other silly bug fixes

Download: [PSPHost 1.9]