October 27, 2021 [version 8.9.4 released]

"This is not the splash screen you're looking for!"
After years of suffering, I finally found a way to make the splash screen not to show up on top of other applications. While games lists are being created/scanned, you can do something else without that annoying splash screen popping up constantly. Not yet fixed for a clean install though.

I have created a new RGB Color Picker dialog from scratch, named Color Picker Ex. It's fast, lightweight and easy to use.
It even comes with a HEX edit box so you can enter a color in HEX format. It replaces the jurassic Windows color picker dialog.

Search bar edit box locked and inaccessible at startup, is now fixed. Another bug, making the games list not focused at startup, is also fixed.
Both bugs were caused by a function that removes Delphi 7's hidden form trickery. Moving this function from the main form's OnActivate() event to the OnShow() event, fixes it.
I spent 2 weeks debugging the frontend's startup code to find the little devil that was causing these issues. But I also ended up optimizing the frontend's startup code in the process so, it's a win-win.

September 29, 2021 [version 8.9.3 released]

A new update with some bug fixes and support for the new Audio Compressor MAME setting.
The downloads page still requires some tweaking.

September 18, 2021 [website two point O]

New website!
I've been working on this new look for a few days, it looks a lot better and easier to navigate. Everything was updated including the screenshots page. The change log file format was also updated, including the changelog.htm file distributed with the frontend package. History page will be updated over time.

September 01, 2021 [version 8.9.2 released]

One more. :)
Some bug fixes and new stuff for MAME. A bunch of console/computer system icons were updated and they all got a 256x256 resolution icon.
This is the last big pack update, I promisse...
Contens of mameinfo.dat and messinfo.dat are handled separately. This fixes wrong game info being shown in Game Documents feature.

Support for new MAME game info, read from -listxml output. They might be useful for a future frontend improvement... or not. You need to create a new MAME games list so they can be used:
cocktail mode
cocktail status
driver protection tag
requiresartwork tag
lan tag
ramoption tag

I forgot to support some mame.ini settings in MAME Settings screen:
Directory To Share With Emulated Machines (-share)
Path To Loose Software (-swpath)
Path For LUA Plugins To Store Data, Read/Write (-share_directory)

New Machine Slots / Media Info panel in Custom Parameters screen. You can see a list of supported MAME machines for the softlist game being edited. Select one of those machines to view a list of supported slots and supported media options.
This feature is really handy when creating custom parameters for a softlist game.

I think I've done all the improvements I wanted to. It only took me 4 months of non-stop work.
Now I can finally rest and go back playing my PC games, cough... Resident Evil Village ...cough :) :)
Have fun!

August 13, 2021 [version 8.9.1 released]

A few oopsies... I made.
Some minor bug fixes in this build, and I forgot to include the updated logo.png for standard resolution. I tweaked the colors a little bit and added more sprites in there. :D
Tweaks were made to better handle requirements detection for MAME softlist games. In a computer machine, the frontend was trying to load a device set as a cartridge instead of enabling that device in the machine's slot1, and a couple more bugs in other console machines.

I think it might be time to choose a new theme for the splash screen, this apocalyptic theme is getting old, no ? Not that it's not a good one...

New MAME feature: custom parameters.
You can create custom parmeters for a softlist game, a software list or MAME machine. Do things like, attach a cassete tape, a special cartridge, a floppy drive or another device. Enable a special feature in a computer machine that you cannot do with MAME settings .ini files.

Added support for another Apple II emulator, microM8 Apple II Emulator. Interesting emulator, this one.
In the Apple IIgs front, emulator GSplus" Apple IIgs Emulator is now supported.

Emu Loader is ready for MAME v0.235 with the new BGFX backend options: Direct3D 12 and Vulkan. I guess you're gonna have to wait a few more weeks to try these renderers...

The full pack still have all 4K content in it, but this time you can grab the update package if you already have v8.9. It will take me more time to sort some things out and update the downloads page with all updated content, including Photoshop's .psd files with all my work. Have fun!

Tp.mt5510s.pb803 Firmware (Chrome)

If you depend on this device for business, consider buying spare mainboards from AliExpress (search "PB803 motherboard MT5510") and keep at least two copies of the firmware on different storage media.

Some PB803 boards have unused peripherals (e.g., an extra serial port, a second camera, or an SD card slot). Custom firmware builds can activate these features.

Use SP Flash Tool's Read Back function:

Disclaimer: This voids any remaining warranty and requires deep ARM/Android knowledge.

The most common symptom is the TV turning on (LED blue) and immediately switching back to standby (LED red), often blinking a specific number of times. This usually indicates:

This combination is rarely sold to consumers directly. Instead, it is integrated into:

✅ I have identified my exact PCB revision (V1.0/V2.1 etc.)
✅ I downloaded firmware from a trusted source (not random Google Drive)
✅ I backed up original firmware using SP Flash Tool Readback
✅ I installed MediaTek VCOM drivers correctly
✅ I used Download Only mode (not Format All)
✅ I have a test point shorting method ready if preloader is dead

By following this guide, you can safely restore, update, or repair any device using the Tp.mt5510s.pb803 board. Remember: patience and precision are more important than speed. Good luck.

Need specific files? Join the MT5510 Hardware Repair community on Discord or XDA – mention your board’s silk screen codes and boot log (via UART). Do not ask for direct firmware links in comments to respect copyright.

The TP.MT5510S.PB803 is a "three-in-one" Android smart TV motherboard that integrates the power supply, LED driver, and mainboard logic into a single PCB. It is commonly used in various 32-inch to 43-inch smart LED TVs from brands like AIWA, Supra, and Starlight. Technical Specifications

Operating System: Android-based smart platform with WiFi and network capabilities. Tp.mt5510s.pb803 Firmware

Performance: Equipped with 1GB DDR RAM and 8GB eMMC internal storage.

Resolution Support: Compatible with display panels requiring 1366x768 (HD) and 1920x1080 (FHD) resolutions.

Power Requirements: Operates within a voltage range of 72V–78V at 300mA.

Chipset: Often associated with Mediatek (MTK) processors and Focaltech touch controllers in specific industrial test plate applications. Firmware and Software Management

Updating or restoring firmware on this board typically requires technical expertise and specialized tools.

Introduction

The TP-Link MT5510S PB803 is a mobile broadband router that supports 4G LTE networks. The device is designed to provide fast and reliable internet connectivity on-the-go. The firmware is the software that controls the device's functionality, and updating it can improve performance, fix bugs, and add new features.

Firmware Overview

The TP-Link MT5510S PB803 firmware is based on the Linux operating system. The firmware version is typically denoted by a string of numbers and letters, such as "TP_TP5510S_ PB803 _V1.0.0_2016.12.15".

Firmware Update Process

To update the firmware on your TP-Link MT5510S PB803, follow these steps:

Common Firmware Update Issues

Web Management Interface

The web management interface provides access to various device settings and features. Here are some common sections:

Troubleshooting

Factory Reset

To reset the device to its factory settings:

Conclusion

TP.MT5510S.PB803 is a widely used Chinese "three-in-one" smart TV motherboard (integrating the power supply, LED driver, and mainboard) often found in budget Android TVs under brands like Firmware Performance Review

While the hardware is versatile, user and technician feedback indicates that the stock firmware often encounters stability issues over time: Common Software Failure If you depend on this device for business,

: A frequent issue reported by users is the TV getting stuck on the Android boot logo

. This is typically caused by corrupted system files or a failing eMMC (8GB storage chip) Performance Bottlenecks : With only 1GB of DDR RAM

, the firmware can feel sluggish when running modern apps. Heavy multitasking or complex apps like YouTube can lead to Thermal Issues : Technicians have noted that the MediaTek MT5659

processor on this board can run extremely hot (up to 80°C). Overheating often leads to firmware-level symptoms like image artifacts

or sudden shutdowns, which can sometimes be mistaken for a firmware bug when it is actually a thermal failure. Update and Recovery Options

If your TV is malfunctioning, firmware is usually available in two formats depending on the state of the TV: USB Firmware

: Used for software updates or recovering a "stuck" TV if the bootloader is still functional.

: A low-level file used by technicians with specialized programmers (like the RT809H) to fix boards that are completely unresponsive or have damaged storage. Core Specifications MediaTek MT5659QHMT Supported Resolution 1366x768 / 1920x1080 Connectivity Built-in WiFi and Ethernet

For reliable firmware files tailored to your specific panel model, community forums like KenotronTV Monitor.net.ru

are the primary sources for verified dumps and USB update packages. Are you looking to fix a specific issue like a boot loop, or are you trying to update the Android version Some PB803 boards have unused peripherals (e

TP.MT5510S.PB803 Three-in-One TV WiFi Network TV Motherboard

February 25, 2021 [version 8.8.8 released]

To triple infinity... and beyond!
I'm starting to use TNT Unicode Components Pack in the frontend. I should have done this a long time ago. Added TntRichEdit control so Unicode texts can be displayed in Game Docs panel and in message boxes. You might need a richedit20.dll file so non-English texts can be properly displayed. I tested the frontend with the file supplied by Windows 10 and the results are awful. You can do the same test on your system, try renaming the DLL and restart the frontend. If English / non-English mixed texts are good, you don't need this DLL.

For this build, and this build alone, such DLL file is supplied with the binary packages. Future releases will have a separate download link. Why ? You might already have a DLL in your system that produces good English / non-English mixed texts (usually when Microsoft Office is installed).
File is from the discontinued Microsoft Word Viewer. I tested 4 different DLL files and they all produce different results. Why, Microsoft... WHY??!!!

I rewrote the parsing function of MAME dat files and Game Docs feature is now lightning fast!
Other tweaks were made, and history (xml or dat) shows texts correctly. In fact, history.xml is the preferred file.

New 4K Mode (2160p). But why ? If you're like me, have a 4K monitor and use screen DPI scale at 100%, everything looks tiny, and so does the frontend.
By enabling this setting, you will get resized dialogs with bigger fonts, bigger buttons and other enlarged stuff. I haven't tested this feature with DPI scale other than 100%...
This is my personal dream come true feature ever since I got a 4K monitor back in 2017. A font sized 16 looks so much better compared to size 9!
Warning: Do not attempt to enable this setting if your screen resolution is lower than 3840x2160, the frontend does not validate Windows resolution.

More tweaks to message boxes, better font colors and texts. Several message boxes were also updated with night mode colors. They can display Unicode texts too (see command line texts). The Run Game Confirmation Dialog in the new 4K mode looks awesome.

I've made some modifications to the TNT Unicode Components Pack so, if you already have it installed in your Delphi compiler, you must install my modified pack or some frontend features will not work, and Delphi will give compilation errors. I couldn't find a way to create new "extra" controls to keep the library with unaltered code.

I'm sure I forgot one or two things I worked on, for now, it will do. :)