VIOFO A119S Modified Firmware MODs Archive

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Koganiz said:
Rainy morning with sharp 63.
I don't see any difference with the previous mod.
https://www.dropbox.com/s/1ih3drt9v...+Hue138+Sat36+Audio22+DCTEAM_Sharp66.MP4?dl=0
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Dull rainy days help determine low light capabilities, Sharp63 isn't too high. Surprising the increased Saturation didn't blowout the School Bus blinking lights, was trying to find upper limit to saturation. The Hue and Saturation difference between 6NL & 6Nm are only noticeable on bright colors, sunny day will yield better comparison.
 
Here are some samplings of dusk and a transition from low ambient light to no ambient light.
Using:
FWA119S_MOD-6Nm_v4.02+26Mbps+Sharp435363+Edge138+Hue138+Sat36+Audio22+DCTEAM (Sharponess High (63)

Dusk - https://www.dropbox.com/s/tpzkyo07g...+Hue138+Sat36+Audio22+DCTEAM_100118a.MP4?dl=0
Low/No LIght - https://www.dropbox.com/s/e2wjnpc4k...+Hue138+Sat36+Audio22+DCTEAM_100118b.MP4?dl=0

It was slightly raining (finally) so good overcast. Three different videos along the same trip with different lighting. Good results.
#1 - https://www.dropbox.com/s/lyfk7b38x...+Hue138+Sat36+Audio22+DCTEAM_100218a.MP4?dl=0
#2 - https://www.dropbox.com/s/2ow78tsow...+Hue138+Sat36+Audio22+DCTEAM_100218b.MP4?dl=0
#3 - https://www.dropbox.com/s/tez34u9vc...+Hue138+Sat36+Audio22+DCTEAM_100218c.MP4?dl=0

Let me know what you think.
 
I had some issues when pressing REC button. I used it a lot to stop and start recording to have similar files at same locations. The problem occurs only when .TS file format is selected, I never had issues like that when using .MP4 format.
I have already posted a footage from MOD fw, now it's time for official beta from Viofo.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sf9Tswb9h-_b0f9AlhHLO9aWns20f3Dv/view?usp=sharing

It happens rarely, but I'm currently testing different mods with .MP4 file format and no problems so far.
 
lukasz.pl said:
I had some issues when pressing REC button. I used it a lot to stop and start recording to have similar files at same locations. The problem occurs only when .TS file format is selected, I never had issues like that when using .MP4 format.
I have already posted a footage from MOD fw, now it's time for official beta from Viofo.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sf9Tswb9h-_b0f9AlhHLO9aWns20f3Dv/view?usp=sharing

It happens rarely, but I'm currently testing different mods with .MP4 file format and no problems so far.
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TS - REC off issue
TS File Format (Transport Stream) commonly used to broadcast audio & video and maintain video integrity to last second when signal/power is cut.
Does this issue occur only when you press REC off then immediately disconnect power?
Your clip of official/stock Beta v4.02 shows the last seconds in slow motion after detaching A119S from mount. Looked like TS didn't accept the REC press at all and kept recording even as it was disconnected from power. That would be normal if the power was cut, but not normal if you want to stop recording with REC button. There must be a delay on reading REC button or video takes slightly longer to save in TS format or something different occurs when disconnecting power in TS mode.

If A119S freeze/lockup after REC press while in TS mode = BUG.
If A119S doesn't freeze/lockup after REC press while in TS mode and video is still recorded = BUG
If issue doesn't occur in MP4 with Stock or MOD FW < but > only occurs in TS mode with either Stock or MOD FW = BUG or by design
Looks like you found a TS stop recording BUG.

Confirmed! - Oct.9, 2018
TS video issue only occurs with Audio22 MOD after pressing MIC button during recording.
 
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BCHobbyist said:
TS - REC off issue
TS File Format (Transport Stream) commonly used to broadcast audio & video and maintain video integrity to last second when signal/power is cut.
Does this issue occur only when you press REC off then immediately disconnect power?
Your clip of official/stock Beta v4.02 shows the last seconds in slow motion after detaching A119S from mount. Looked like TS didn't accept the REC press at all and kept recording even as it was disconnected from power. That would be normal if the power was cut, but not normal if you want to stop recording with REC button. There must be a delay on reading REC button or video takes slightly longer to save in TS format or something different occurs when disconnecting power in TS mode.

If A119S freeze/lockup after REC press while in TS mode = BUG.
If A119S doesn't freeze/lockup after REC press while in TS mode and video is still recorded = BUG
If issue doesn't occur in MP4 with Stock or MOD FW < but > only occurs in TS mode with either Stock or MOD FW = BUG or by design
Looks like you found a TS stop recording BUG.
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It behave exactly as before. I pressed the REC button but it didn't stop recording (but as you can see it continued recording but in lower fps, like 10fps maybe?) and the camera hasn't responded to pressing any button. So I had to pull it off the gps mount (as you can see in the clip it recorded couple more seconds). Then it turned off and when I put it back on the mount it turned on normally and started recording again. I pushed the REC button again but this time it worked well, so it doesn't happen all the time.

Wysłane z mojego SM-G950F przy użyciu Tapatalka
 
lukasz.pl said:
It behave exactly as before. I pressed the REC button but it didn't stop recording (but as you can see it continued recording but in lower fps, like 10fps maybe?) and the camera hasn't responded to pressing any button. So I had to pull it off the gps mount (as you can see in the clip it recorded couple more seconds). Then it turned off and when I put it back on the mount it turned on normally and started recording again. I pushed the REC button again but this time it worked well, so it doesn't happen all the time.

Wysłane z mojego SM-G950F przy użyciu Tapatalka
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Confirmed, you found TS stop recording BUG.
Occurred on mine the same way, after pressing REC to stop recording, instead of stopping, the frame rate drops looking like time lapse, it continues until power is disconnected. To replicate had to repeat the REC on/off over 30 times randomly before it occurred. This never happened in MP4 mode in last 2 years.
 
BlackCloud said:
Todays Test All from Good Lens Camera:

Firmware: FWA119S_MOD-6NL_v4.02+26Mbps+Sharp435363+Edge138+Hue118+Sat26+Audio22+DCTEAM

Res: 1080P 60fps
Ev = 0
WDR = Off
CPL = On
60Hz

Clip #1 Sharpness Med

Clip #2 Sharpness High

Clip #3 Sharpness Low

Clip #4 Sharpness Low Motion
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Great 6NL sharpness comparison, that parking lot is perfect for this type of test, cars, plates, lines, bright colors, trees, thanks for testing & sharing. The increased red Hue is noticeable and acceptable even with higher Saturation.
This Sharp 43-53-63 works well with that A119S Lens. Currently Alpha testing the extreme side of sharpness and saturation. Need feedback on which of these v4.02 MODs is most acceptable so far.
 
Some requested still shots over two days, one slightly overcast and one sunny afternoon.
I am working on fixing my center focus, (hopefully this weekend)

FWA119S_MOD-6Nm_v4.02+26Mbps+Sharp435363+Edge138+Hue118+Sat26+Audio22+DCTEAM

Sharp 43 (Low) Overcast
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Sharp 53 (Med) Overcast
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Sharp 63 (High) Overcast
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Sharp 63 (High) Sunny
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Sharp 53 (Med) Sunny2018_1004_171458_034.JPG

Sharp 43 (Low) Sunny
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ZooDad said:
Some requested still shots over two days, one slightly overcast and one sunny afternoon.
I am working on fixing my center focus, (hopefully this weekend)

FWA119S_MOD-6NL_v4.02+26Mbps+Sharp435363+Edge138+Hue118+Sat26+Audio22+DCTEAM

Sharp 43 (Low) Overcast
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Sharp 53 (Med) Overcast
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Sharp 63 (High) Overcast
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Sharp 43 (Low) Sunny
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Sharp 53 (Med) SunnyView attachment 42266

Sharp 63 (High) Sunny
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Great 6NL Comparison, either my eyes need cleaning or your labeling of the sunny photos low/med/high is reversed (low-high) or all my sharpness MODs are backwards.
either way, these photos confirm the Sharp 43-53-63 is acceptable for your specific A119S focused Lens. Predictable owners with poorly focused center image will prefer extreme sharpness MODs to compensate.
 
BCHobbyist said:
Great 6NL Comparison, either my eyes need cleaning or your labeling of the sunny photos low/med/high is reversed (low-high) or all my sharpness MODs are backwards.
either way, these photos confirm the Sharp 43-53-63 is acceptable for your specific A119S focused Lens. Predictable owners with poorly focused center image will prefer extreme sharpness MODs to compensate.
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You are absolutely correct. I have corrected the labels.
I am hoping to get the lens focused this weekend and retest same place.

Also I realized I copy/pasted the wrong file name.
This test set is with 6NM, not 6NL. Sorry about that.
 
ZooDad said:
You are absolutely correct. I have corrected the labels.
I am hoping to get the lens focused this weekend and retest same place.

Also I realized I copy/pasted the wrong file name.
This test set is with 6NM, not 6NL. Sorry about that.
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The 6NM only difference was Hue red to blue and Saturation from 26 to 36. Looks slightly too saturated, need more feedback.
 
Requested Test All from Good Lens Camera:

Firmware: FWA119S_MOD-6Nn_v4.02+26Mbps+Sharp435363+Edge158+Hue148+Sat36+Audio22+DCTEAM
Res: 1080P 60fps
Ev = 0
WDR = Off
CPL = On
60Hz


Still Photo with Sharp at 53
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Still Photo with Sharp at 63
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Clip at Sharp 53

Clip at Sharp 63
 
BlackCloud said:
Requested Test All from Good Lens Camera:

Firmware: FWA119S_MOD-6Nn_v4.02+26Mbps+Sharp435363+Edge158+Hue148+Sat36+Audio22+DCTEAM
Res: 1080P 60fps
Ev = 0
WDR = Off
CPL = On
60Hz


Still Photo with Sharp at 53
View attachment 42330

Still Photo with Sharp at 63
View attachment 42331

Clip at Sharp 53

Clip at Sharp 63
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Thanks for Alpha testing 6Nn with extreme Sharp435363+Edge158+Hue148+Sat36, your footage identified IQ value halo limits for A119S.
Edge Detection 138 produces acceptable image quality over all sharpness levels.
Your Lens has perfect focus, well done.
 
Seeking comments for A119S STABLE modified firmware selection. Will create new STABLE MOD based on feedback (example: Sharp455565+Edge138+Hue138+Sat26+Audio22)
Which IQ combination do you prefer?
FWA119S_MOD-6Nj_v4.02+26Mbps+Sharp425262+Edge138+DCTEAM.bin <===== lowest sharpness range
FWA119S_MOD-6Nk_v4.02+26Mbps+Sharp455565+Edge138+DCTEAM.bin <===== highest sharpness range
FWA119S_MOD-6NL_v4.02+26Mbps+Sharp435363+Edge138+Hue118+Sat26+DCTeam.bin <===== midrange sharpness + deep red Hue + medium saturation
FWA119S_MOD-6Nm_v4.02+26Mbps+Sharp435363+Edge138+Hue138+Sat36+DCTeam.bin <===== midrange sharpness + deep blue Hue + high saturation
 
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BCHobbyist said:
Seeking comments for A119S STABLE modified firmware selection. Will create new STABLE MOD based on feedback (example: Sharp455565+Edge138+Hue138+Sat26+Audio22)
Which IQ combination do you prefer?
FWA119S_MOD-6Nj_v4.02+26Mbps+Sharp425262+Edge138+DCTEAM.bin <===== lowest sharpness range
FWA119S_MOD-6Nk_v4.02+26Mbps+Sharp455565+Edge138+DCTEAM.bin <===== highest sharpness range
FWA119S_MOD-6NL_v4.02+26Mbps+Sharp435363+Edge138+Hue118+Sat26+Audio22+DCTEAM.bin <===== midrange sharpness + deep red Hue + medium saturation
FWA119S_MOD-6Nm_v4.02+26Mbps+Sharp435363+Edge138+Hue138+Sat36+Audio22+DCTEAM.bin <===== midrange sharpness + deep blue Hue + high saturation
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FWA119S_MOD-6Nk_v4.02+26Mbps+Sharp455565+Edge138+DCTEAM.bin
 
6Nm + Sharp 63, CPL on, WDR off, 1080@30:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_B1HPIZN8oZa2g-1bqH7DECNXJmn1fof/view?usp=sharing

and this one is in slow motion - I think I pushed the REC button twice too fast (previous and next files are completely fine).
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1I5F1vMLTXb5UHSk63NcGVVKYgj4h103x/view?usp=sharing

Concidering my not-so-sharp lens I prefer higher sharpness values, so I also tested the 6Mc on low value (I know the sharpness is way higher than most of you accept):
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rulwhsrtqxlZ3boDclsC0g9SpAZBXvRY/view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ykT1s9Nls1BwPDzSTAbyQdm9jO53sX90/view?usp=sharing

I think values around 90-100 would be better for my camera, lower are just too soft for my liking.
 
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