How To Enable Progressive Scan on a Unmodded Pal Xbox! [Archive]

ForceX

26-06-2004, 12:29 AM

How to Enable High Definition on your Unmodded Xbox (PAL)

Note: This is not a hack for playing copied games, you need (EDIT: Randall Flagg - We don't talk about playing copied games at Xbox World) This is simply a tutorial on how to enable High Definition.

Requirements:

• Original copy of MechAssault or Splinter Cell
• An Xbox Memory Card or an Xbox Action Replay or Mega-X-Key device.
• A High Definition compatible TV, Plasma Screen or Projector
• An Advanced High Definition AV pack, Original Microsoft or 3rd Party.

Basically what you need is an original copy of MechAssault or Splinter Cell (not the 'Classics' version). Some non ‘Classic’ versions also do not work so you need to find the right version of the disc. You can tell by looking at the code engraved on the readable side of the game disc (see below).

MECHASSAULT CODE: MS02301L
SPLINTER CELL CODE: US0121OE-L1 1E

Using the GameSave File:

What you need is a Memory Card and the means to place the GameSave files from your PC to the Xbox Memory Card. One way is to purchase something like the Mega-X-Key or Xbox Action Replay. These are devices specially made for people who want to download other people’s Save Games or Cheats and use them on their own Xbox. Another way is to buy an Xbox Controller-to-USB cable from eBay (or make one). With the right Windows drivers this turns your Xbox Controller (Duke or S) into PC Controller. It also turns the Memory Card slots on the controller into what Windows calls a MASS STORAGE DEVICE (USB). Then you can access a Memory Card plugged into your controller from the PC using the free software that comes with Mega-X-Key or Xbox Action Replay.

Getting the GameSave on your Unmodded Xbox:

Before copying the hacked GameSave to your Xbox you need to delete any GameSaves that are already on the Xbox hdd. Meaning GameSaves for MechAssault and Splinter Cell only, not every other GameSave on your Xbox. This can all be done via the Xbox Dashboard. Then you can begin copying your new ‘hacked’ GameSave across to your Xbox hdd. Once this is done you are good to go.

http://img39.exs.cx/img39/7011/Xbox1.jpg

For MechAssault insert disc and load the game. Once in the main menu click on ‘Campaign’ and then select ‘Run Linux’. If you’ve done everything correctly you should see the EvolutionX dashboard and you have successfully modded your Xbox without a modchip! Congratulations!!

For Splinter Cell load up the game, choose "Start Game", select the profile "LINUX" Choose "Check Points" (not "Levels". It causes the screen to turn white and freeze) If you’ve done everything correctly you should see the EvolutionX dashboard and you have successfully modded your Xbox without a modchip!

Congratulations!!

High Definition:

Now it’s time to enable High Definition! Again please note you must have a TV, Plasma Screen or Projector that is High Definition compatible for this to work. You also need the Advanced High Definition AV pack, original M$ or 3rd Party.
First you need to load up your new EvolutionX dashboard. Once in navigate to the Apps section and select ‘Enigmah Video Mode Switchdisc’. Use the B button to change the video mode to NTSC. If your having trouble watch me do it with my Splinter Cell GameSave here. Now turn off your Xbox and turn it back on again without a disc in it.

You should now be viewing the Xbox Dashboard in NTSC video mode. All you need to do now is navigate to Video settings under ‘Settings’ and turn on 480p, 720p and 1080i.

http://img39.exs.cx/img39/637/Xbox2.jpg

That’s it your done! You now have a High Definition Xbox, congratulations!

If you have the latest version of the Xbox Dashboard (5960 or above) then you can view the Xbox Dashboard in 480p by simply holding down the two rear triggers and the two thumb stick buttons all together at the same time. You can also reverse this by simply holding the same buttons down again.

ForceX

26-06-2004, 12:43 AM

Progressive Scan FAQ
Firstly, many thanks to Nonny and Spud for hooking me up with the informaton on enabling High Definition Modes on a stock pal xbox....

You will still be able to play PAL xbox games on your Xbox even if you have it in NTSC mode
This will not get you banned from Xbox Live
You need the Xbox High Definition Pack to enable Progressive Scan
Modes that are enabled include 480p, 720p, 1080i
You can update your dashboard to use High Definition (When you are in the dashboard hold down the right and left trigger and click in the left and right thumbsticks at the same time)
This procedure is totally reversible. You just need to insert Mech Assault into your xbox and run the save state again and change it back to PAL.
Looking for a List of HD Xbox Titles? Click here (http://www.hdtvarcade.com/ )
To see the differences of each of the video outputs from the Xbox, click here (http://www.users.bigpond.net.au/paulgun/xbox/video/)
to learn more about Progressive Scan I recommend that you read the article on this website:- click here (http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/volume_7_4/dvd-benchmark-part-5-progressive-10-2000.html)
You cannot play NTSC games by using this method as it only changes the output to NTSC not the actual region to NTSC (Some NTSC games will work as they are region free)
If you cannot get the Savestate to load correctly or it makes your Mech Assault Freeze then delete any other Mech Assault Savestates that you might have on the Xbox HDD and try again (Thanks to 7 Stu 7 for this great tip)

FTP Games Saves

Splinter Cell Save (http://www.mnomic.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/SplinterCell.zip)

Mech Assault Save (http://www.mnomic.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/MechAssault.zip)

Thanks to member Cirus for providing and hosting the FTP files :thumbsup:

Shane

26-06-2004, 12:52 AM

is this why this happens to my xbox.

im running it into my Sony Wega via a component cable kit i imported from Lik-Sang. when i play back DVDs they are all choppy and virtually unwatchable. games on the other hand, are fine and definatley have a clearer image than via RCA cables. oh i also have my Xbox set to PAL60.

also how do we know if our tv supports the higher resolutions? :)

from the pics at your site, i can see why people rave about 1080i.. it looks amazing! im definately going to import one of those usb keys as well!

ForceX

26-06-2004, 12:58 AM

Shane most of the new tv's support NTSC resolutions (e.g. Can you change your TV's colour system to NTSC, Pal and Secam??)

Shane

26-06-2004, 01:01 AM

yep my TV supports NTSC. this is pretty much what i have, but the model in the older chassis. the specs are virtually identicle as far as i know.

http://www.sony.com.au/homecinema/catalog/product.jsp?categoryId=22031#MID1.jsp?textview=fal se&productId=KVDR29M39&categoryId=22031,LHS1.jsp?textview=false&productId=KVDR29M39,MENUITEM5

ForceX

26-06-2004, 01:04 AM

Well, then you will have no problems with outputting the xbox in 480p etc

Shane

26-06-2004, 01:06 AM

is it reversible? ;)

ForceX

26-06-2004, 01:08 AM

Yes it is. You just need to insert Mech Assault and run the save state and select Pal output.

ForceX

26-06-2004, 01:10 AM

Also you can purchase a Max Drive from CD-WOW Australia (http://www5.cd-wow.biz/detail_resul...duct_code=11596) for A$37.95 Inc Free Delivery!

Refer to my first post for information on this and Mega-X-Drive.

I will also try to keep the FAQ up to date with new questions and solutions to problems so everyone is up to date.

EDIT- Maybe this should be made into a sticky so no one misses out :idea!:

slashj

26-06-2004, 10:04 AM

Shane,
re playing dvds in xbox - unmodded boxes do not support progressive scan because of Macrovision lockout. This is standard for NTSC as well as pal.

Playing dvds with xbox is only good with older style tvs imho, on my projector it's pretty bad quality.

/j

slashj

26-06-2004, 10:15 AM

also how do we know if our tv supports the higher resolutions? :)

from the pics at your site, i can see why people rave about 1080i.. it looks amazing! im definately going to import one of those usb keys as well!

1080i is HDTV land it's a pity the xbox doesn't have dvi out.... pity also not that many games support it.

just checked your tv's specs shane, it won't do 1080i native. But it won't have a problem compressing down. However, I am not sure you will be able to tell the difference on a normal size tv.

ForceX

26-06-2004, 11:04 AM

Ok, I finally found the Mech Assault savestate and if anyone wants it just hit me up via PM :)

Shane

26-06-2004, 11:22 AM

just checked your tv's specs shane, it won't do 1080i native. But it won't have a problem compressing down. However, I am not sure you will be able to tell the difference on a normal size tv.

yer it wont do it, it does 480p (if the xbox had the option) and yer, its not really worth my while tinkering around with it. my wega has 1250 lines of resolution compared to the normal 625 in PAL tv's so everything looks shit hot on it anyway ;)

it has a 'game' mode that bumps the refresh rate up a notch from 50hz to 60hz i think? there was a 100hz version of it but that was another $1k on top of what this one cost. i can only imagine how sweet stuff would look with its DRC1250 support running at 100hz.... droool.

but, this tv will do me for another 8-10 years unless something drastic happens to it. then ill lash out on a nice phat 120+cm widescreen HD plasma or even hopefully OLED will be standard by then.

i cant complain about my tv, it kicks arse :) and im going to order one of those memory cards. if more people had them i would have a section of the site with a big file library of saves.

TheOne

26-06-2004, 12:19 PM

Shane i think you DVD problem may be the Chroma bug. Beavis explained it some where. :D

Shane

26-06-2004, 12:22 PM

ahh i just did a google on 'Chroma bug' and that does look like what happens. i rarely use my Xbox for DVD playback anyway so its not a major issue. thanks TheOne!

TheOne

26-06-2004, 12:27 PM

No problem, I use my xbox for dvd play back atm and i find it is excellent, but i run it through normal red white and yellow.... If i go to the HD pack ill get chroma bug but HD games and if i go S-video i dunno what will happen :)

Shane

26-06-2004, 01:33 PM

see this is where im a little out of touch as im a home hi-fi audio newbie. doesnt the HD pack give you s-video, or does it provide component?

Mullins

26-06-2004, 03:06 PM

Hey ForceX
My mega xkey is ariving in a few days and I will be trying this but I was emailed the game save thinking it would be one file but it is a folder with around 30 files in it all together, so what one/ones do u put on the megaxkey???

slashj

26-06-2004, 07:26 PM

see this is where im a little out of touch as im a home hi-fi audio newbie. doesnt the HD pack give you s-video, or does it provide component?

HD pack provides component
Advance AV provide s-video and the annoying thing is you can't do progressive with s-video; still s-video is alot better than standard composite.
Oh, my epson project cost only $1800, maybe you'd want to have a look at that for your next purchase. Sony just released a black screen such that any projectors can be used in daylight.

TheOne - does your tv support progressive scan? if it does I would suggest you use a dvd player with pal/ntsc progressive as the quality difference is dramatic.

/j

elarbee

26-06-2004, 11:50 PM

first up, thanks everyone for the great info and for spending the time to figure this out..

i run my new xbox on a panasonic pt-ae500 projector ( supports HDTV and is native widescreen )

the guys at EB told me the best i could get is an S Video adapter to improve the image. but this sounds like it'll make it even better yay!

:D

ForceX

27-06-2004, 01:01 AM

Morgan

27-06-2004, 02:08 AM

EB told me the best i could get is an S Video adapter to improve the image.They are lying. Try and find a HDTV Pack for your Xbox. It supports component (Ie, 3 normal yellow video plugs and 2 sounds ones).

They were recalled quickly after launch here in Australia but you'll be able to find one on Ebay/Lik-sang for sure.

As Shane mentioned above.

ForceX

28-06-2004, 02:04 AM

samueljay

28-06-2004, 09:36 AM

What is progressive scan? I read the post but not sure what it is. Is this so you can play American games on an aussie xbox?

ForceX

28-06-2004, 10:46 AM

What is progressive scan? I read the post but not sure what it is. Is this so you can play American games on an aussie xbox?

Well, I haven't tried to play any NTSC games on my Xbox so I don't know the exact answer.

Also, to learn more about Progressive Scan I recommend that you read the article on this website:- click here (http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/volume_7_4/dvd-benchmark-part-5-progressive-10-2000.html)

http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/volume_7_4/images/dvd-benchmark-part-5-tfe-interlaced.gif (Interlaced Output)

http://www.hometheaterhifi.com/volume_7_4/images/dvd-benchmark-part-5-tfe-progressive.gif (Progressive Scan)

slashj

28-06-2004, 01:09 PM

I just had a question for others who have purchased Xbox High Definition AV Pack's. Which one out of the two listed below do you own:-

http://www.xbox.com/NR/rdonlyres/83A9BE81-49E1-4BE8-B438-110CD8AF205A/0/ilmhighdefinitionavpack001.jpg

http://images.andale.com/f2/108/103/8641848/1080589100252_XBOX_HDAVCABLE_NEW.jpg

The good thing about the MS hidef pack is it has optical audio out. I don't see the point of having a hi-def pack but only having 2 channel audio output - which seems to be what the other cable have.

I am trying to get the hidef pack from ebay.

ForceX

28-06-2004, 01:23 PM

The good thing about the MS hidef pack is it has optical audio out. I don't see the point of having a hi-def pack but only having 2 channel audio output - which seems to be what the other cable have.

I am trying to get the hidef pack from ebay.

Most of the hidef packs I have seen on ebay do not include the patch cable (The component cables) and only include the adapter. But, the sellers don't mention this on the auction. So I would advise you to contact the seller before bidding.

slashj

28-06-2004, 02:54 PM

Most of the hidef packs I have seen on ebay do not include the patch cable (The component cables) and only include the adapter. But, the sellers don't mention this on the auction. So I would advise you to contact the seller before bidding.

I noticed that but it's ok as i have component cables already. In fact, with my PS2 and DVD player I need to get a component multibox to save time disconnecting/reconnecting.

7 STU 7

30-06-2004, 08:18 PM

i cant get the blinking UDATA to the megaxkey.
Does your Megaxkey show up as a drive in windows explorer

ForceX

30-06-2004, 09:38 PM

FAQ has been updated with some more helpful tips, which were discovered by 7 Stu 7

:thumbsup:

ForceX

06-07-2004, 01:00 PM

I have updated the Guide with a new section on how to enable progressive scan using the Splinter Cell savestate.

If you require the Splinter Cell save state just PM and I will send it to you :thumbsup:

kojooky

26-07-2004, 03:19 PM

whats the diff between 480p, 720p, 1080i
xbox supports all 3??

and how do i know if my tv can support such a connection or video output

beavis

26-07-2004, 03:42 PM

whats the diff between 480p, 720p, 1080i
xbox supports all 3??

and how do i know if my tv can support such a connection or video output

This sticky will answer your first question.

http://www.xboxworld.com.au/forum/showthread.php?t=24251

(In short, its the number of lines used to make a picture on your tv. The higher, the more resolution, the better the picture quality).

You will need a High Deff capable tv to display any one of the above stated resolutions. And they are only available thru the HD AV pack with component output.

None of these resolutions are available with the Std AV Pack (composite output) or the Advanced AV Pack (svideo output).

kojooky

26-07-2004, 04:12 PM

MiNiStRy

26-07-2004, 05:24 PM

Mullins

26-07-2004, 10:43 PM

Go out and get one of transcoders from vdigi i have one of these and can honestly say this is the best thing since sliced bread. All up it cost me $96.25 including postage, and it only took 7 days to get here! The added bonus with these is that it can be used with any hi def output ie xbox, gamecube, ps2, progressive scan dvd player, and it also comes with a xbox hi def cable with optical out! :thumbsup:

Yes once you enable the ntsc and connect up a high def cable then you will see the output options. http://www.vdigi.com/index.php?option=content&task=view&id=11&Itemid=31

Unfortunately the pal gamecube can not output progressive scan, but if your lucky like me and have a ntsc cube then your in luck.

Hang on if i got this vdigi thingy and connect it up would I be able to select higher resolutions on my pal box cos I'm having trouble with force x's method...may have to try the 007 game save, anyone got a link for that save?

EDIT ohh just found out it's incompatible unless u enable NTSC, after I do finally manage to enable NTSC I'm gonna run it through an upscalling dvd player through DVI so back to tracking down a coppy of 007

beavis

27-07-2004, 04:29 PM

and then if i change my xbox output to NTSC signal.. i can then use the video options in the dashboard to output to a HDTV signal right?

its werid though.. my Sony WEGA has 2 display modes, DRC-1250 and DRC-Progressive

but if i choose Progressive mode with one of my gamecube games i get no picture.. the cube is connected using DVD Component..

so im assuming my TV isnt compatible... even though there is a progressive option...

Correct, change the output to ntsc, plug in a hi deff pack, and the video options in the dash will become available.

Without knowing the model number of your tv, i'd assume it cannot accept any of the hd resolutions unfortunately.

The DRC-1250 mode simulates a hideff image by doubling the amount of lines a std pal image has (625 lines x2 = 1250) (probably works for ntsc aswell?).
And the DRC-Progressive mode should deinterlace any interlaced pal or ntsc signal it receives, turining it into a progressive image.
Actually, thinking about it, DRC-Progressive may only work with ntsc sources, which would explain why you get no picture with this mode using you Pal gamecube.

While these two modes up the quality of a std ntsc or pal image, neither will show as good a quality as a NATIVE ntsc progressive, pal progressive, 720p or 1080i source.

You will need a tv that accepts 480p, 720p and 1080i natively thru component input to make use of the xboxes HD output.

(JFYI, DRC= digital reality correction).

kojooky

27-07-2004, 09:48 PM

thanks for info.. will look more into it

newtone

05-08-2004, 01:30 AM

Hey forceX

I am able to run the Linux profile using the splinter cell save. I think im missing something though because i cant seem to get the new video options.

In evox i went into utils>settings and under the section titled VIDEO there were two settings. I changed game region from default to ntsc and saved but it did not do the trick (ie cant see new vid options).

Is the reason i cant see the vid options simply because i havent plugged in the hd pack or do i need to run the enigmah video selector to change the setting properly? I couldn't see enigmah anywhere on the evox menu - how do i access it?

ForceX

05-08-2004, 01:57 AM

newtone

05-08-2004, 09:38 PM

I have now connected hd pack and still no cigar :(

Any other ideas where I might be going wrong?

ForceX

05-08-2004, 09:58 PM

Thats strange Newtone. Did you run the Enigmah software??

If you did you should have the following options:-

http://www.aussiexbox.net/files/img_3429_1_1.jpg

Here is a quick video of how you enable the HD modes on the Xbox:-

http://www.emenu.com.au/spudshouse/SplinterCellExploit.wmv

NOTE:- Thanks to Spud from AussieXbox for the video :)

EDIT:- I have just discovered that the Splintercell Savestate is setup incorrectly and that is why the Engimah Software might not have loaded and set the output to NTSC. I have fixed this problem and am about to upload the new version to my webspace soon.

Shane

06-08-2004, 12:11 AM

umm i thought this thread was about UNMODDED xbox's? ;)

newtone

06-08-2004, 01:39 AM

Yep that did the trick. it clicked when I saw the video and read what you said - the path in the evox ini file was wrong. Sweet! I can finally utilise the benefits of my hdtv. THanks heaps for your help forceX :)

(....what do you mean shane? the stated tips are only relevant to unmodded box's)

Shane

06-08-2004, 09:24 AM

excuse my ignorance but you can only install evox on a modded xbox? :)

if im wrong feel free to point it out as i dont own one.

ForceX

06-08-2004, 05:35 PM

excuse my ignorance but you can only install evox on a modded xbox? :)

if im wrong feel free to point it out as i dont own one.

Actually, you can install it on an unmodded Xbox but with this trick you only utilize it for a moment to launch the Video Selector app and then it shall go back to the original Dashboard.

That is why you can enabled HD and still go on Xbox Live :thumbsup:

Also, I now have the correct Splintercell savestate up on my webspace and have updated the guide :thumbsup:

Shane

07-08-2004, 12:42 AM

ahh cool ForceX, thanks for clearing that up for me :)

ForceX

07-08-2004, 12:56 AM

ahh cool ForceX, thanks for clearing that up for me :)

Thats cool Shane :thumbsup:

BuG vBi

07-08-2004, 01:03 AM

Doesn't this trick also allow you to run unsigned code and pirated software as well? I'm probably wrong, but when reading up on mod-chips for my Xbox I could've sworn I saw this same trick listed as one possible way to play imports, as well as 'backups'. If it does allow you to do so, it's probably not the type of thread to be stickied. But like I said, I'm probably wrong.

ForceX

07-08-2004, 01:40 AM

BuG vBi

07-08-2004, 03:07 AM

I see. In hindsight and after re-reading the thread a couple of times, it seems obvious enough. Like I said, I was probably wrong. :p

newtone

07-08-2004, 12:33 PM

twiggy015

07-08-2004, 12:57 PM

Is there any point in doing this if you don't have HD pack? like would just using the NTSC output using the s-video on the Advanced AV pack be any better than PAL?

beavis

07-08-2004, 01:52 PM

Is there any point in doing this if you don't have HD pack? like would just using the NTSC output using the s-video on the Advanced AV pack be any better than PAL?

No, no point at all if you don't have a Hi Deff pack AND a display that can accept progressive scan and/or 720p & 1080i resolutions (read: Hi Deff TV, Plasma, LCD, Digital Projector).

Pal output over S-Video has more resoution and a better colour system compared to NTSC. The only thing good about NTSC is the refresh rate of 60hz (Pals refresh rate is 50hz).
But you can enable PAL60 mode on the xbox which uses Pals resolution and colour system, while uping the refresh rate to 60hz. Again, you'll need a display which can accept this.

twiggy015

07-08-2004, 01:59 PM

sweet thanks for clearing that up!

ForceX

07-08-2004, 03:23 PM

And I think if your xbox has been updated by Live then you can't use the "other" softmod trick because they patched the dashboard or something.

Also, can anything bad happen from leaving the splinter cell/linux saves on the xbox??

I have left the saves on the Xbox HDD and been on XBL countless times without having any problems. But, to be safe just remove them after you have switched over to NTSC Output.

leedavies

18-08-2004, 03:26 AM

Please could anyone with the Splinter Cell or 007 savegame with video switcher included email a copy to me?

Please PM me if you can help a poor PAL user that would love some hi-def fun!

Thanks.

ForceX

20-08-2004, 02:05 PM

Please could anyone with the Splinter Cell or 007 savegame with video switcher included email a copy to me?

Please PM me if you can help a poor PAL user that would love some hi-def fun!

Thanks.

Email Sent :thumbsup:

geneX

27-08-2004, 03:09 AM

Hi ForceX,

This is my fist time posting to this forum, so I hope i'm not being stupid!
I see you've mentioned your webspace a few times. I want to read everything you have there before posting any questions. Thing is, I don't see how to get to your webspace. I looked at your profile, but didn't see any mention there. Could you point me in the right direction please?

thanks...

ForceX

27-08-2004, 05:02 PM

leedavies

28-08-2004, 01:42 AM

Cheers ForceX.

PAL console now switched to NTSC output mode with 480p, 720p and 1080i enabled.

Sweet!

jamesdoc

05-09-2004, 08:56 PM

Can someone please send me the save set.

Thanks.

James

ForceX

05-09-2004, 10:22 PM

Can someone please send me the save set.

Thanks.

James

PM Sent :thumbsup:

Mullins

05-09-2004, 11:05 PM

Yeah I just got teh hack working now Amped 2 in 720p looks Amazing and every other game looks around 15% better even at just 480p :)

zeldincht

06-09-2004, 06:41 PM

ForceX

06-09-2004, 09:59 PM

can someone please send me the save set for mech assault via email? i really appreciate it!

chrisfly@gmail.com

also does this have EVOX on it? or do i have to find that too? because your supposed to be able to load evox with the set. or does it have linux on it?

thanks!

PM Sent.

Also, please refrain from asking about how to load linux on the Xbox as this is against the rules and may get the thead closed :(.

This method is simply for enabling Progressive Scan on a Pal Xbox.

mrsonata

13-09-2004, 06:18 PM

Hi ForceX,

Could you PM me a copy of the Mechassault save game hack?

Thanks for your help.

Ed

kojooky

14-09-2004, 08:48 PM

ForceX

14-09-2004, 09:17 PM

can anyone tell me whther all this is possible on a computer monitor

my tv doesnt have HD capabilities but i could do a progressive mode on my pc monitor right?

anyone able to point in the right direction as to waht equipment ill need

To output the Xbox in High Definition mode on your PC monitor you require a Progressive Scan capable VGA box simliar to This One (http://www.lik-sang.com/info.php?category=2&products_id=4233)

tasman

19-09-2004, 12:43 PM

Here is a quick video of how you enable the HD modes on the Xbox:-

http://www.emenu.com.au/spudshouse/SplinterCellExploit.wmv

NOTE:- Thanks to Spud from AussieXbox for the video :)

The video link is not working. Is it available anywhere else?

Dopius Fishius

20-09-2004, 08:37 PM

Hey all,

Can someone please direct me to the site with, or e-mail me, the Mech Assault savestate which will enable me to set my Xbox to 1080i?

Thanks,
Dopius Fishius

ForceX

23-09-2004, 08:02 PM

PM Sent :thumbsup:

tasman

23-09-2004, 11:30 PM

Unfortunately the pal gamecube can not output progressive scan, but if your lucky like me and have a ntsc cube then your in luck.

That's not entirely true. While I was doing the deal for my new plasma TV today the salesperson plugged in his gamecube to show me progressive scan on it. His was a PAL cube but he had a special disc he put in first to enable the progressive video mode. The game he was playing (Zero G I think) looked fantastic.

tasman

24-09-2004, 12:35 AM

Can you use the Action Replay product instead of the Mega X Key

ForceX

24-09-2004, 11:55 PM

Yes the action Replay works perfectly for this as well

MiNiStRy

25-09-2004, 09:41 AM

That's not entirely true. While I was doing the deal for my new plasma TV today the salesperson plugged in his gamecube to show me progressive scan on it. His was a PAL cube but he had a special disc he put in first to enable the progressive video mode. The game he was playing (Zero G I think) looked fantastic.

Ahh that must of been with the action replay disc or freeloader, first i've heard that it works with one of them thats great to hear. Once you have played a game in progressive scan you can't go back!

tasman

25-09-2004, 10:05 AM

It was Freeloader and yes it looked very good.

abominus

28-09-2004, 02:24 PM

Okay I don't fully understand something so I'd appreciate it if you can help. Lets say everything is going well, you have the Hi-def pack and have changed the options in the dashboard to support the HDTV resolutions. What I don't understand is, you are still running PAL software titles, which surely have no code in them that gets them to run at these HDTV levels and so surely they display just the same as before.

Is there a way to patch these PAL titles for better video support, or are you guys actually only playing NTSC games (which obviously have the code for 720p etc...) on your PAL Xboxes?

Thanks.

ForceX

28-09-2004, 03:01 PM

Abominus the games already have the code in them to output in Progressive scan but Progressive Scan was disabled my MS in the actual Xbox Bios.

And you are no changing the region of your Xbox only the output so all of your Pal games will work fine....

Also, it depends on the Developer of the title on which output mode they support e.g. Most games support 480p and only a handful support 720p and 1080i

jayo2004

28-09-2004, 11:32 PM

forcex

Hi ForceX,

Could you emailo me a copy of the Mechassault save game hack and splinter cell game save hack?

Thanks for your help.

jay

jayo2004

28-09-2004, 11:35 PM

thanks forcex for those files

forgot to check my message box

jay

ForceX

29-09-2004, 02:26 AM

Its cool Jayo2004. If you need any more help don't hesitate to PM me :thumbsup:

ForceX

02-10-2004, 05:24 PM

The Guide on how to Enable Progressive Scan on an Unmodded Xbox -> Thanks to Spud & Nonny :thumbsup:

englishbob

03-10-2004, 10:10 PM

Greetings from the UK! :D

Force X - i have PM'ed you.

Regards

EB

ForceX

04-10-2004, 01:01 AM

Greetings from the UK! :D

Force X - i have PM'ed you.

Regards

EB

PM Sent.... :thumbsup:

englishbob

04-10-2004, 01:21 AM

Thanks very much!

I let you know how I get on :D

Cheers

EB

ForceX

04-10-2004, 01:41 AM

Thats cool EnglishBob....If you have any trouble don't hesitate to PM me :)

englishbob

04-10-2004, 04:50 AM

ARRRGGGHHHH!!! :ogre:

I've just realised why I hate doing anything like this!

I had 20 minutes today before the shops shut to find a memory card with USB and a copy of Splinter Cell, the right one.

Found SC no problem, and also bought what I thought was a Action Replay kit. It was'nt! Its a ****ing BLAZE XPLODER card. What i did'nt realise was that there are so many different file formats for these games saves for different manufactures! What a complete pain!

The software supplied by Blaze does'nt like ZIPS, so thats me stuffed! £30 down!
Tried some other stuff over at Xbox-scene.com, but that does'nt seem to like the card either.

WHY OH WHY can't I just copy these as FILES! over to the memory card.

Anyone know any neat USB tricks?

I've gone off the idea of doing this now, its been a complete disaster. Failed at the first step. Getting the files up to a USB Memory card!

englishbob

04-10-2004, 06:37 AM

Sussed it!

Removed the BLAZE software and downloaded Action Replay from codejunkies

Under XP / My Computer / Manage / Devices removed the USB Driver for the BLAZE memory card and told it to use a driver located as part of the Action Replay suite, and it worked!!!

Took me a long time to work out that Action Replay uses drag and drop from ANYWHERE, not that stupid PC Database thing.

The mod worked (Splinter Cell). WOW, its so much brighter and crisper! Outrun2 looks awesome now.

Of all the games I tried, Halo was the only one with problems (Jerky, the old PAL50/60 issue)

Thanks guys, you've made my week! :) :)

Regards

EB

englishbob

05-10-2004, 06:28 AM

UPDATE

From the FAQ at the top

Progressive Scan FAQ
You will still be able to play PAL xbox games on your Xbox even if you have it in NTSC mode

Not entirely true. For example, I tried Tiger Woods 03 while in NTSC mode and got no picture. I guess this is one of the few games that just does'nt have a PAL60 route, even if it was only originally 50htz

You might what to update the FAQ. I'll let you know if I find others. I've tried around 20 games so far, so 1 out of 20 ain't bad! :D

Gizmo 76

05-10-2004, 07:54 AM

HI all,

Could you PM me the Splinter Cell Savestate please ForceX,

I will be using it while on 'Live', so I should delete the file I transfer across after I've changed to the Hi-Def modes correct?? I don't want to get banned as i've only just signed up :spin:

English Bob, i'll be going the same route as you with the Action Replay type device, off to a local 'GameStation' tomorrow to pick it up :D Really looking forward to the improved image as I've always found the xbox's picture slighty disappointing compared to my other consoles.

Many Thanks,

Giz.

ForceX

06-10-2004, 11:34 PM

PM Sent...Also Gizmo it doesn't really matter if you delete the save or leave it on the xbox after enabling Progressive Scan...

tasman

07-10-2004, 01:13 AM

Hi ForceX. Got my Mega X Key today so I loaded up the Splinter Cell save. When I load it I get a screen saying "Service required. Call customer support" Also the eject button is flashing red. If I turn off the xbox and then on again all is well. What am I doing wrong. Does the xbox have to be plugged into the high def pack first for this to work. I get my new tv tomorrow so while I have the high def pack I have nothing to plug it into yet. I just wanted to see if I could get the new dashboard to come up.

Gizmo 76

07-10-2004, 03:24 AM

Cheers for the files ForceX, and the help Englishbob :thumbsup:

Did you copy both the Save file and the Vidswitch file across??

I got my running today, and I must say Hi-Def is all it's cracked up to be.

The only annoyances so far, is 4 of my games won't run when in NTSC mode. They are:-

Fight Night 2004 (which i see you have) - This disc is the wrong region!!
PGA Tour 2004 - Freese on the Xbox loading screen
Worms 3D - Freezes on the Xbox loading screen
Timesplitters 2 - Loses TV signal

But you can change it back to PAL, and i'm sure they'd all work fine again.

On my large Plasma Outrun 2 how looks arcade quality for sure, remember the time you first discovered RGB Scart and how clear everything looked. It is time for that feeling again, only this time, X 2 :D

Giz

tasman

07-10-2004, 10:05 AM

thudspud42

07-10-2004, 10:27 AM

ForceX, Could you please PM me the Splinter cell savegames.

Just got a High def pack so can't wait to try this out

Cheers

Chris

toejamathon

08-10-2004, 03:42 AM

Hey ForceX, please could u e-mail me the splinter cell savestate thingy, ive got myself a high def pack and a mem card + usb to pc converter cable so im all ready to go with the help of the save i think. Just one quick question about getting the mem card to work as a usb storage device tho; are there drivers i need for this to work? Thanks in advance!

Great tutorial btw :D

ToeJamathon

Dopius Fishius

08-10-2004, 08:15 PM

You will need the Action Replay software (Im using 1.31) and when it asks for drivers for the memory card, you point it at the folder you installed the Action replay software to, and select the action replay as the device. It will then think you have an action replay memory card and work a charm. Did this myself today.

The progrssive scan mode in games is nice, but not quite the improvement I had expected, and DVD quality is still just plain poor. I have enabled all the HD modes in the dashboard.

Or am I doing something wrong? :banghead:

Gizmo 76

08-10-2004, 09:33 PM

I pretty sure this won't upgrade the DVD side of things, but I was reading on another forum that the new version of Xbox Media Center will let you use Hi-Def modes and it will up-scale the image to the selected resolutions!?!?

But I don't use Media Center, so I can't confirm this..........

Giz.

Aladin101

09-10-2004, 12:34 AM

Hi ForceX.

I would really appreciate getting the Splinter Cell saves, as well.
Thanks! :)

Regards
Aladin

tasman

09-10-2004, 02:39 PM

Call me a dickhead!!! I thought I had but I just saw the linux installer save that has to go across to the Mega X Key as well. I mistakenly assumed it was part of the Splinter Cell save. I am a tosser.

Right I'm going to give it another go.

Plasma arrives today - can't wait.

All works now. On my new 42" plasma everything looks absolutely amazing. Combined with Dolby digital 5.1 surround sound, xbox games now rock. The colours are so much more vibrant (though the plasma screen probably helps there). Have only played Burnout 3 and Fable so far but they look amazing.

Thanks ForceX for all your help.

Morph

10-10-2004, 12:58 AM

i havn't read all the replies but doesn't this trick also allow you to backup an entire game to your HDD then play it?

ForceX

10-10-2004, 02:21 AM

i havn't read all the replies but doesn't this trick also allow you to backup an entire game to your HDD then play it?

Morpheos...If you had read the thread carefully you would know that this is only to enable Progressive Scan on a Unmodded Pal Xbox not a method to pirate games :banghead:

Please refrain from asking these types of questions as they will cause the thread to be closed and you to be banned by on the of Mods or Admins....

toejamathon

10-10-2004, 05:17 AM

My e-mail address is;

toejamathon@hotmail.com

just in case you couldnt find it.
looking forward to enabling high def :D
i'm using action replay also if u need this info.

-ToeJamathon

thudspud42

10-10-2004, 06:12 AM

Could anybody please email me the Splinter Cell save games to

mail@thudspud.co.uk

Itching to try this out!

Cheers

Chris

ForceX

10-10-2004, 06:49 AM

PM's Sent to Toejamathon & Thudspud42

We're nearing 4,500 views for this thread...isn't that some sort of record...:thumbsup:

MiNiStRy

10-10-2004, 12:08 PM

PM's Sent to Toejamathon & Thudspud42

We're nearing 4,500 views for this thread...isn't that some sort of record...:thumbsup:

I think it may be the case :spin: Its seemed to have got a few of the uk users onto xbwa, great stuff :thumbsup:

RF v Gunslinger

10-10-2004, 03:05 PM

We're nearing 4,500 views for this thread...isn't that some sort of record...:thumbsup:

Have a little way to go to beat the AFL Live 2005 thread in the Sports games forum ;)

Oh and then their was that Wrestling thread where Shane scored a world exclusive - that proved quite popular :)

RF.

Darke

12-10-2004, 01:01 AM

Hi, UK XBOX and progressive TV owner wanting the saved game pack PM/emailed pls.

Could you send me the whole set if poss? I haven't got hold of either game yet (or, in fact, the necessary bits to transfer it to my xbox) but I just want stuff ready for when it arrives!

Cheers!

I'm assuming btw that the PAL games still maintain the HD info rather than having it stripped out? I would have expected that they would have stripped out the HD information and replaced it with PAL-60 making this process somewhat pointless?

toejamathon

12-10-2004, 10:00 AM

Thanks alot ForceX, i'll tell you how it goes when i try an sort it, probs in a week or so.

Cheers dude

KAMF

12-10-2004, 10:53 AM

Thanks ForceX, you are are legend!

I installed the "upgrade" on the weekend and hooked the XBOX up to my AE500 projector. I've only got one 720p compatible game, Tony Hawk 4, and holy s**t, the picture is astounding! The clarity and sharpness, especially on the characters' faces is incredible! Close ups of faces looked photorealistic.

All my other games are 480p compatible, and while the picture quality is good, they all looked a bit fuzzy after TH4.

The only problem I've got now is trying to find some decent 720p/1080i compatible games...

ForceX

12-10-2004, 03:59 PM

PM Sent to Drake...also, all Pal games have the progressive scan info in the coding but MS just disabled the function in the Pal Xboxes.

Kamf is great to hear that you got Progressive Scan working. Also, you may want to check out Soul Calibur 2 & Amped 2...both games look amazing in 720p

nrsimao

12-10-2004, 08:51 PM

Hey ForceX, could you plz email me the savestate for Splinter cell.

Also, would you know if I have a copy of action replay, I heard from Spud's tutorial of enabling HD on PAL XBOXs that you can setup an FTP server from your PC to XBOX, using Xbox-saves-manager?

Thanx and keep up the good work

LiquidTV

13-10-2004, 02:27 AM

Hi ForceX,

Can you please send the files I need for Splinter cell.

Thanks buddy (a great thread by the way)

LiquidTV (UK)

toejamathon

13-10-2004, 10:16 PM

Hey ForceX, in the splintercell savestate there are two files; vidswitch an splintercell, right, well do i put both onto my xbox mem card and then onto my xbox? And i've got the same thing as the post above, i dont know if my splintercell is original but its definitely not classic, the code on the disc is the same as the one given in your tutorial except for the last two digits, will this matter? Thx.

-ToeJamathon

ForceX

14-10-2004, 12:07 PM

Toejamathon just copy the entire SplinterCell.zip onto the memory card. There is no need to extract the archive and then simply copy the save onto your Xbox HDD.

Also, the codes listed in the Guide are the codes that my versions of the games have. That doesn't mean that your copy won't work - All non-classic versions should work with no hassle.

Also, LiquidTV I myself use an Action Replay and have never once experienced any problems with it.

Secondly, if you have a PAL Xbox then you will need the PAL version of the game.

Additionally, there are no issues connecting to XBL as you are no modding the Xbox. You are simply enabling a feature that is already in the console but has been disabled by MS because back when the Xbox was released they were no sure of the HD standards that we might use in Australia.

toejamathon

14-10-2004, 09:39 PM

Okay cheers, i'll try it out asap.

Trip SkyWay

15-10-2004, 01:09 PM

Hi ForceX,
I've just moved to Japan, and all my UK Xbox games are playing (unsurprisingly) in black and white please could you forward me the Splinter Cell save so I can switch my UK Xbox to NTSC output. My mate has stuck splinter cell and action replay in air mail for me, apparently the splinter cell code on the disk is slightly different to the one on your faq, so I'll let you know how it gets on.

Thanks

ForceX

15-10-2004, 03:27 PM

PM sent. Also, as stated in my previous post the codes that I posted are the codes that my versions of the games have. That doesn't mean that other versions won't work, it just that I don't have access to all of the codes :thumbsup:

nrsimao

15-10-2004, 07:05 PM

colonel blighty

15-10-2004, 09:19 PM

Hi all,

Could someone please PM/E-mail me the save for mech assault and/or splinter cell so I'll be able to play in full progressive on my projector

Thanks,

Colonel blighty

ForceX

15-10-2004, 09:44 PM

ForceX, could you PM the savestate for splinter cell.

Also, I read in spuds tutorial that you can setup an FTP server from your PC to XBOX, using Xbox-saves-manager? Can this be done with action replay wihtout modding?

How do I access the xbox media centre?

Thanx and keep up the good work

I will PM sent. Also, I am unable to help on the other questions as they are against the rules since they involve illegal activities.

thudspud42

16-10-2004, 10:33 AM

Big thanks, Just got it to work and its fantastic, Cheers.

Mulletron

17-10-2004, 04:19 AM

Right, I have an Action Replay, an original copy of SC and the SC save game exploit, however when I try to copy the zipped folder to the memory card I get an error message saying "Not a valid Xbox Save"

What am I doing wrong? :(

LiquidTV

17-10-2004, 07:33 AM

Mulletron,
I believe you should find there are actually 2 zipped files. You need to place each zip file separately in the action replay menu (drag & drop).

However, I really need some help myself!!!! I have loaded the Evolution X & the menu screen below appears;

Launch DVD
Trainers
MS dashboard
Reboot
Power Off
System utilities
Launch Menu

I then go to Launch->Apps->Enigma switch & enabled NTSC. I then switched off the Xbox, which appears to NTSC.

However, after I reboot it doesn't give the hi def settings on the Xbox video menu. Is there anything else that I needed to do?

I thought I had a cheap hi def cable (JOYTECH digital AV cable) but I suspect this is possibly the problem?? I am waiting for a proper one to arrive.

Anyone with a similar experience??

Mulletron

17-10-2004, 08:11 AM

LiquidTV

I followed your advice and managed to get the Linux and Splinter Cell files onto the Action Replay card successfully, however when I ran them in the instructed way I just get an error message similar to yours "Your Xbox requires service. Please call Xbox Customer Support."

I only thing left for me to try is to change the Action Replay card for an official memory card. Another blow to my wallet :(

LiquidTV

17-10-2004, 08:32 AM

Mullerton,

Do you have a proper hi definition lead?? I think this is the problem that I have. I have an official xbox card & have basically been messing around until the HDTV & official lead arrives. At the moment I get the same message that you're experiencing. I assume your trying to run the MS dashboard from the menu?

Mulletron

17-10-2004, 08:47 AM

I have the official Hi-Def pack. I'm trying to run EvoX so I can enable the NTSC video modes - that's all I want to do. It'll let you run EvoX, but it won't even let me get that far. I've tried deleting then re-copying the files to the Action Replay card then to the Xbox HDD but to no avail. I just wish the Official Memory Unit wasn't so expensive. I don't know whether to risk buying one then being disappointed again, I've already spent over £50 trying to sort this out - it's just that I've read rumours that the Action Replay card corrupts these sorts of files on purpose. :banghead:

LiquidTV

17-10-2004, 09:06 AM

Yeah, annoying isn't it. I too have bought action replay today which came with it's own 8M memory card. Initially I couldn't transfer the files across & had the same error message as you when trying to transfer them both across together in 1 zip file. However, in the thread ForceX does say to transfer them both together so I borrowed the neighbours official Xbox memory card & but was still unable to copy both together.

As I've previously stated I think it maybe cos I've got the wrong lead as it's running in NTSC but doesn't give me the hi def options in the Xbox settings menu. I don't know if you're supposed to try to apply the MS dashboard on the menu or not. When I try this I get the same as you "Your Xbox requires service. Please call Xbox Customer Support."

A shame ForceX isn't online otherwise we could ask.

Mulletron

17-10-2004, 09:19 AM

Well I can answer your question for you - you need Component Cables connecting the Xbox to the TV in order for the High Definition options to appear. The Joytech Digital AV Cable that you're using is only SCART/S-Video. Once you get your Hi-Def pack they'll appear. So that's you sorted. :thumbsup:

Unfortunately, I'm still screwed. It looks like I'm gonna have to buy a Memory Unit. That's me another £25 down. :cry:

Mulletron

17-10-2004, 09:21 AM

In fact, could you try and transfer the files across using the Action Replay card instead of the Official one and see if it still works? This would help me. :)

toejamathon

17-10-2004, 11:19 AM

Where can i get hold of a microsoft high definition thing for a PAL xbox? And how much are they going for? I've got an X2VGA+, would this work as a high definition pack does anyone know? Thanks.

-ToeJamathon

Shane

17-10-2004, 11:45 AM

someone may have asked this, but im curious now to try it on my TV. even if i only get 480p. what happens if you attempt this on a tv that doesnt support HD?

LiquidTV

17-10-2004, 12:08 PM

Yeah, annoying isn't it. I too have bought action replay today which came with it's own 8M memory card. I couldn't transfer the files across & had the same error message as you when trying to transfer them both across together in 1 zip file. However, in the thread ForceX does say to transfer them both together so I borrowed the neighbours official Xbox memory card & but was still unable to copy both together.

As I've previously stated I think it maybe cos I've got the wrong lead as it's running in NTSC but doesn't give me the hi def options in the Xbox settings menu. I don't know if you're supposed to try to apply the MS dashboard on the menu or not. When I try this I get the same as you "Your Xbox requires service. Please call Xbox Customer Support."

A shame ForceX isn't online otherwise we could ask.

ForceX, anyone,

I seem to be running in NTSC but it doesn't give me the hi def options on the Xbox video menu. Is this because I need the hi def lead which will then show these options?

(I know I need this lead to actually receive HDTV this on the LCD, but I'm really just messing around at the moment to see if it will work when they both arrive)

MiNiStRy

17-10-2004, 12:25 PM

Yes mate you need the high def pack to display the options. You don't need the official ones there's plenty of guys on ebay that sell the cheaper versions, unless you want dolby digital out.

LiquidTV

18-10-2004, 12:17 AM

So it looks like it has worked for me except I need the hi def lead which should be arriving within a few days. The normal PAL options are now gone & it's running in NTSC. Just to be sure that when you run the Linux profile you get these options.

Launch DVD
Trainers
MS dashboard
Reboot
Power Off
System utilities
Launch Menu

I then only need go to Launch->Apps->Enigma switch & enable NTSC. Then switch off the Xbox. What's with all the other options?? They don't seem to work anyway. I tried to launch the MS dashboard option, but that just produced an error message.

Well it appears to have worked, although, maybe I should have waited till the lead arrived rather than get all stressed out!!!

Shane

18-10-2004, 12:25 AM

so when you say u need the high-def pack. will the component kit i use that i got from Lik-Sang do the job?

LiquidTV

18-10-2004, 12:31 AM

Just as a matter of interest could somebody try the normal Xbox lead & see if these options disappear.

ForceX

18-10-2004, 01:33 AM

I just started up my Xbox with the original AV Cables and the options for High Definition are not there. As mentioned earlier in this thread you require the HD Pack to have access to these modes.

Also, in regards to the issue when some people try to run the MS Dashboard from the Menu and it produces an error this iis because there seems to be an error in the coding of the saves, since the creator seems to have forgotten to add the link to the MS Dashboard.

There is no need to worry though as you can just turn off your Xbox and then the MS Dashboard will start like normal :thumbsup:

MoffTarkin

18-10-2004, 05:25 AM

Hi ForceX,

Could you email me a copy of the splinter cell game save hack?

Thanks for your help.

MoffTarkin :beard:

Jbev

18-10-2004, 05:19 PM

Hi Forcex, any chance of PMing me the Mech Assault game save?

Many thanks in advance :thumbsup:

nrsimao

19-10-2004, 12:27 AM

Hey Forcx, could you PM me the splinter cell game save?

tasman

19-10-2004, 01:34 AM

I just tried playing Fight Night 2004 in HD and it won't run. Says the game is not vaild for this region. It's a PAL game playing on a PAL machine. Anyone else had this problem. I thought this mod let you play all your PAL games, just outputted them in HD

I guess if I want to play this then I will need to undo the mod. I just sold my copy of Splinter Cell on ebay. I might have to tell the buyer I need to keep the game now.

Pillbox

19-10-2004, 04:49 AM

Hi ForceX,

Could you email me a copy of the splinter cell game save hack?

Thanks for your help.

Pillbox from the UK

kei000

19-10-2004, 07:24 PM

Hello ForceX,

could you please PM both savegames to me.

Thanks in advance.

Now to see if I can find either game at the store.

ForceX

19-10-2004, 08:56 PM

tasman

19-10-2004, 10:39 PM

Well if you come across any info as to why it is happening I would keen to find out more.

tasman

19-10-2004, 10:44 PM

Just found this quote on another forum re Fight Night

"EA pulled that with the last Lord Of The Rings game, too, so I'm not shocked by the news. Its checking the video mode isn't set to NTSC as well as the game region"

Looks like it won't work in HD mode then.

tasman

19-10-2004, 10:47 PM

Do I need to have a copy of Splinter Cell in the xbox each time I want to change back to Pal and then back again to NTSC?

ForceX

19-10-2004, 11:55 PM

Tasman, yes you do need to place Splinter Cell into the Xbox each time you want to switch back to PAL.....

abominus

20-10-2004, 01:56 PM

This doesn't happen often, but ForceX I love you. Even though I used a different technique to get progressive scan, you provided the motivation and the knowledge that I wouldn't need to make any internal hardware changes.

Games now look so much better. Rallisport 2 is ridiculously good, and even Counter-strike gets better graphics.

The only thing I'm wondering is whether (for best results) it would be recommended to run in Pal 50 or Pal 60. If these games are running in HDTV resolutions (and thereby NTSC) wouldn't they work best with Pal 50?

Why I ask is because Burnout 3 said I was running at 60Hz and it was also displaying 480P, though it had no problems.

What Pal speed are you guys running at?

p.s Thanks again ForceX, may you live long and prosperously.

nrsimao

20-10-2004, 09:49 PM

Hey ForceX,

could you email me the splinter cell savestate, Iv asked you twice to PM me but for some reason I get no message, must be a problem with my account.

Thanx

Throttle74

21-10-2004, 09:16 AM

Hi
ForceX could you please email me or give me a link to the Splinter cell save please :D bet your tired of getting the same question all the time ! :chortle:
Thanks :thumbsup:

LiquidTV

21-10-2004, 10:24 PM

Hi all,
I have just received the hi-def lead which I ordered from Lik Sang. I have to say I was very impressed with the service. It only took a few days to arrive & I was able to track online via DHL. The LCD arrives arrives tomorrow so will let you know how I get on when connected to hi-def lead. I was curious as to whether ForceX or someone could provide a full list of games that don't work using the Splinter Cell hack.

The only annoyances so far, is 4 of my games won't run when in NTSC mode. They are:-

Fight Night 2004 (which i see you have) - This disc is the wrong region!!
PGA Tour 2004 - Freese on the Xbox loading screen
Worms 3D - Freezes on the Xbox loading screen
Timesplitters 2 - Loses TV signal

These were amongst a few listed in a previous post, has anyone more to add?? :cry:

byron_hinson

22-10-2004, 08:25 AM

Would anyone mind sending me the save state? thanks guys - been hoping to get this up and running as the Xbox looks bad on my LCD TV at the moment! Would be happy with both saves if possible as I know I have the right Mechassualt game disc, but not sure of the Splinter Cell one.

Is either of these softmods better than the other?

kei000

22-10-2004, 08:16 PM

Hi

Ordered my cable from Lik Sang too, think I will pay extra for courier next time though (2 weeks via air-mail, shipped from Europe for some reason).
Otherwise quite good, am tempted to buy a few more things now.

Anyway, could you send the saves again ForceX, pretty please, I did not seem to receive them last time.

K.

LiquidTV

22-10-2004, 10:58 PM

Okay, the Samsung LW32A23W LCD arrived today & have to say it's absolutely awesome. I connected it to the Xbox & the high def lead works a treat, the graphics are just stunning. I've also rigged the sound up to a Logitech 5.1 which pumps out almost 600 watts RMS, it's incredible!! :thumbsup:

Pillbox

23-10-2004, 02:43 AM

Hi ForceX,

Please could you PM me the Gamesave for Splintercell?

Thanks

Pillbox

Aladin101

23-10-2004, 06:58 AM

Hi ForceX,

Could you PM me the Gamesave for Splintercell?

[Edit:]
I would really appreciate if someone could mail me the save states to Splinter Cell. I have just bought Splinter Cell in the original version and an Action Replay pack along with a High Definition AV pack after reading about it here, and can't wait to try out the progressive scan option on my projector.

Thanks!
Aladin101

Throttle74

26-10-2004, 10:56 AM

Just thought id make a reappearance and say thanks for sending me the save Force X just got it working today and the picture on my xbox going through plasma is amazing now compared to before :thumbsup:
Thanks :D

ForceX

26-10-2004, 11:14 AM

Thanks Throttle74, I'm glad you got it working :thumbsup:

Also, all PM's have been sent to everyone who requested the saves. Sorry about the delays but I have been quite busy lately :)

26-10-2004, 02:52 PM

I cant wait to re-read this thread when i actually have a HD TV :D

Fortuantely for me, that probably wont be until they release XBox2 which i sincerly hope supports PAL HDTV. I'll be seriously peeved if they do it to us again!

syrup1971

28-10-2004, 12:09 AM

I have been a bit lazy for the past few months, as I have a Toshiba 480P compatible TV & haven't upgraded yet. I just bought a projector, and have decide, now is the time to make the jump to High Def. I bought a generic box

http://www.consoleplus.co.uk/product_info.php?products_id=716

which I hope will enable hi-def. It had a co-axial sp-dif output, which was a definite plus over the MS HD box & cost a lot less!!

Can someone PM me the latest Splinter Cell save, so I can attempt to switch to HD mode.

Thanks,

Chris

Shane

28-10-2004, 01:01 AM

i finally did this tonight and it worked fine! the menu option is there now. i tried enabling 480p and testing it but my TV doesnt support it, even though my Xbox is connected in via some component cables i imported from LikSang.

can anyone tell me if these cables are the same as the High Definition ones that are required and my tv just doesnt support 480p or are the component cables simply not the same as the High Definition ones from Microsoft?

ForceX

29-10-2004, 12:48 AM

Shane, do you have a link to the component cables? Because if they are component cables and the options appear but they don't work means that your TV doesn't support progressive scan :(

Shane

29-10-2004, 01:18 AM

hi ForceX, theyre these ones.

http://www.lik-sang.com/info.php?category=83&products_id=1905

beavis

29-10-2004, 01:28 PM

Shane, do you have a link to the component cables? Because if they are component cables and the options appear but they don't work means that your TV doesn't support progressive scan :(

Sorry Shane, no 480p support from Sony in your model. Have you got Amped2 and tried it at 720p? Just maybe thats a supported res, but i doubt it...
:cry:

ForceX

29-10-2004, 04:07 PM

If Shane's TV doesn't support 480p it would be very doubtful that it would support the higher progressive scan resolutions.

Alsao, I appologize for the late replies to everyones PM's but it has been quite a stressful time for me lately :(

Shane

29-10-2004, 04:18 PM

thats ok :) thanks for all the help guys. games look shit hot on my TV anyway (compared to my last tele anyway) so ill just have to wait a few years before joining the class of elite HDTV owners :D

ill be making sure the next one i get supports everything!!!!!!! my tele is only 2.5 years old but i was pretty sure it wouldnt support this.

thanks again guys :)

ForceX

29-10-2004, 04:28 PM

Its all cool Shane. I just recently purchased one of the Samsung 61 inch LCD RPTV and it @#!@# rocks escpecially in 480p, 720p & 1080i

Here is a picture I took of the it:-

http://img45.exs.cx/img45/4149/Error6.jpg

NOTE:- The screen is of the Xbox Dash but the Xbox Fonts are screwed so nothing is showing up.

Shane

29-10-2004, 04:54 PM

ahhhhh nice. if money was no object thats the same TV i would get. they freakin rock!

BOOGZ II

29-10-2004, 05:10 PM

Whats going on with the fonts force x?

ForceX

29-10-2004, 06:11 PM

The fonts have become corrupt. One of my mates borrowed it and when I got it back it was like that.

But, its no biggy I can fix it

MiNiStRy

29-10-2004, 06:58 PM

I was thinking of the lcd one but i'm now getting this one for christmas for the whole family.

http://au.lge.com/prodmodeldetail.do?actType=search&page=1&modelCategoryId=010202&categoryId=010202&parentId=0102&modelCodeDisplay=DT-62SZ71DB&model=NOTHING#

I've got a friend i know that will do this for 6 grand, in my eyes nothing rivals this in size and performance.

samueljay

30-10-2004, 09:33 AM

Hey All,
This has got me pretty confused. What exactly does progressive scan mean? Is it just better picture quality? The dvd player I am getting soon has progressive scan, but I doubt I will be able to use it as I am using a 15 year old 34cm. So what does it do?
Cheers
XB Sam.

gavsim

31-10-2004, 06:29 AM

Please could someone e-mail the Splinter Cell Save Game please, I can't wait to enable HiDef on my new Plasma. Has anyone experienced any issues with xbox live? I hope not as I really want to continue on Live but with HiDef :)

E-Mail: gavsim@2design4.com

Cheers,

Trip SkyWay

01-11-2004, 12:49 AM

Thanks your a life saver Force X, now I can use my Pal Box in Japan. Dunno if you got my pm. If you still want me to check out the neo geos just drop me a line.

Thanks Mate

nekronaemik

02-11-2004, 07:46 AM

I stumbled across this by accident, and now I am hungry for it.
Splinter Cell - On its way.
Action Replay - On it's way.
X2VGA adaptor - Still bidding for.

Splinter Cell savedata - *Gets on hands and knees* Could someone email this to me please? :thumbsup:

nekro@lynlan.fsnet.co.uk

Many thanks and respect to all :D

ForceX

02-11-2004, 08:52 PM

Lachlan it is really up to you. You could just get your one shipped over to you otherwise if you can find a cheap Xbox you should just buy another one.

Also, PM's sent to everyone who asked for the Saves :)

syrup1971

03-11-2004, 08:33 AM

Force X - thanks for the game saves. Less than 10 minutes to soft mod.

I was however really disapointed to find GTA doesn't work in 480P.

Anyone have a list of PAL games, which run successfully in 480P?

Thanks,

Chris

ForceX

03-11-2004, 11:32 AM

I just tried out GTA last night to see if it worked with the Smart Joy Frag (Keyboard and Mouse on Xbox) and I was also disappointed.

But I was surprised how much better the game controls using a Keyboard and Mouse :)

pacer265

03-11-2004, 11:58 AM

Can someone confirm for me if the original MA & SC games needed are xbox live enabled or not?

I have found live enabled versions of these games but want to be sure these are correct before asking to check for the codes.

Cheers

pacer265

04-11-2004, 02:32 PM

ForceX

05-11-2004, 02:21 PM

Here are some pictures of the new MS HD Pack that was just released:-

http://img120.exs.cx/img120/6858/xbox_hdcable.th.jpg (http://img120.exs.cx/my.php?loc=img120&image=xbox_hdcable.jpg)

http://img120.exs.cx/img120/5929/xbox_connect.th.jpg (http://img120.exs.cx/my.php?loc=img120&image=xbox_connect.jpg)

Click Image To View Large Picture

Shane

05-11-2004, 02:56 PM

hey i know this is a stupid question, but as ive never used the MS HD pack, just how/what does it use to connect the Xbox to your TV? component or S-video. All the pics i see of it just have some cable attached to a little box that look like they have 3/4 RCA connections in it.

beavis

05-11-2004, 03:44 PM

5 rca connectors on the box, 3 for the component cables and 2 for analog stereo, and there is a small hole with a flap covering it for the optical cable.

Apparently the quality of the cables and rca connectors on the new HD pack are alot better than the old HD av pack.

Shane

05-11-2004, 03:50 PM

ahh cool so it does use component then, thanks for that.

im using component now but just some cheap ass cable that i grabbed from Lik-Sang. might have to keep an eye out for the official pack next time im at EB and try 480p mode again.

ForceX

05-11-2004, 05:36 PM

Shane the offical HD pack is not sold in Australia!!!

If you want I have a spare HD Pack if you wanna buy it?

Toutatis

08-11-2004, 06:37 PM

Hey ForceX could u send me the save game files for splinter cell and mech assualt. U should already have a pm from me.

Ive been trying to get my xbox to work with my HD pack for a while now and this seems to the solution to all my problems :D

Thanks in advance

byron_hinson

09-11-2004, 09:00 AM

Got another game that doesn't work with the softmod - The Lord of the Rings: The Third Age.

JWCH

09-11-2004, 06:59 PM

Yesterday I finaly got my Xbox HD AV pack. It is really well build.
Solid cables and connectors.
Great cable, shame it doesn't work on my PAL Xbox. :banghead:
Therefore I am here searching for a Splinter Cell gamesave.

PM send to ForceX. ;)

Great forum BTW, I think I'm gonna stick around.

ForceX

09-11-2004, 11:56 PM

Welcome JWCH....I have sent you the PM. If you have any questions at all please do not hesitate to contact me or post a question on this forum...

byron_hinson

10-11-2004, 04:01 AM

So anyone who is using the softmod got banned yet now that Microsoft are enforcing modification bannings on Xbox Live as of yesterday?

http://forums.xbox-scene.com/index.php?showforum=53

tasman

10-11-2004, 11:15 PM

Thats an exellent questuion. I am a bit concerned about signing on tonight now that I have read the above.

JaysonG

11-11-2004, 12:27 AM

Oh no, Are we safe? :cry:

tasman

11-11-2004, 12:29 AM

Oh no, Are we safe? :cry:

actually I'm online now and I'm playing Halo2 no probs

JaysonG

11-11-2004, 01:11 AM

actually I'm online now and I'm playing Halo2 no probs

Good stuff!

byron_hinson

11-11-2004, 03:04 AM

Does this softmod change the EEPROM on our Xbox's - if so then yes we are liable to get banned in the future.

GGB

11-11-2004, 04:46 AM

Trying to do the softmod using MechAssualt. I managed to get the Evox dashboard up but as soon as go into APPS to run the Video Switcher program I get a screen saying Error 21, please contact customer service. Although it works fine again after. What am I doing wrong ???
Do I need the HD pack connected for that stage ?

Im wondering if I have the correct path in evox.ini. I have set it to point to the contents of video switch iso's "default.xbe" file. Can someone give me an example of their evox.ini file ?

cirus

11-11-2004, 06:44 AM

It would be very unfair to get banned for this softmod because USA get HD option.. why not us ( PAL users )

I am from the UK and i came across a Xbox Component Cable pack in GAME, then i wondered why do they sell it since xbox dont support HDTV here :o

I heard rumours that the New Crystal Xbox supports 480p/720p/1080i

My SVA 30" HDTV is collecting dust atm. Have to wait 2 weeks so I can afford an xbox etc. Does the Action replay come with cables so I can send the data to the memory card.

cirus

11-11-2004, 10:18 AM

Can u send me a save thing plz, check your PMs

ozzyozt

11-11-2004, 05:12 PM

Could someone please PM/E-mail me the save for mech assault would love to be able to play some great PAL games thanks in advance

ForceX

11-11-2004, 05:59 PM

Guys this will not get you banned on XBL...This is only turning on a setting in the epprom and not modifying it so you can play copied games etc....

MS are only banning people who either have suspious files on their Xbox HDD's and people who are using modchips etc....

Also, the Crystal Xboxes don't support HD modes out of the box as my brother just brought one a short while ago....

ForceX

11-11-2004, 06:04 PM

sco

11-11-2004, 09:05 PM

Great info... can't wait to get this working.

Could someone please PM me the savegames for Mech Assault

Thanks heaps in advance

sco

Toutatis

11-11-2004, 11:16 PM

Got HD enabled tonite and wow it looks great, halo looks amazing and halo 2 looks superb.

Once again great work ForceX

GGB

12-11-2004, 04:36 AM

GGB that is quite strange...I will PM you another Mech Assault save so you can test it and if you have any difficulties please don't hesitate to contact me or post in this thread :thumbsup:

Thank you very much ForceX, I have emptied out my hotmail account so I have enough space to receive the file. If it wont go to my hotmail account I can provide an alternative address you can send it to.
One more question though, where do I put the video switchers iso ?

cirus

12-11-2004, 07:20 AM

:cry: with happiness \ :) /

Tried Soul Calibre 2 in 720p mode and it was amazing

http://www.hdtvarcade.com/xboxlist.htm

check this out if you aint seen, its database of all supports games for 480p/ 720p and 1080i

ozzyozt

12-11-2004, 12:19 PM

Help have been looking for mechassault game save hack with no luck hopefully some one will help this poor old gamer

ForceX

12-11-2004, 12:36 PM

PM's have been sent to everyone :thumbsup:

cirus

14-11-2004, 03:35 AM

Could you use this instead of buying a memory card and a Action replay thing

http://shop.gameplay.co.uk/ext_shop/productpage.asp?ref=DABS&ProductCode=XB0892

ForceX

14-11-2004, 05:56 AM

Yes you can Cirus....you can also use normal USB Drives as long as you have a usb to xbox adapter, which you can easily make yourself.

kei000

14-11-2004, 01:29 PM

Hi.

Anyone know if any updates (dashboard or anything else) disable this method?
I am thinking of getting Starwars trilogy DVD, and I know there is some Xbox content on it. Just concerned playing it may stop me from changing modes in the future.

Kei

sco

15-11-2004, 01:07 AM

Thanks heaps ForceX

Just FYI.. I got the problem with error 21 and the "contact customer support" screen, even though I'm sure I deleted all existing Mech Assault save games. After much mucking around, I deleted all the Mech Assault save games again, reloaded the save game you supplied and then it started working. So I'm not sure exactly what the problem was, but it's fine now.

Will have to buy a 720p game this week just to see how it looks.

cirus

15-11-2004, 01:16 AM

I bought Sou; Calibur 2 for £14 which i think is cheap ;)

tempted to buy Enter the Matrix mainly cos it supports 1080i and its only £9.99 in Game

Hemoi

15-11-2004, 01:45 PM

Hi guys,
Yes, I am a noob (very). Only got my XBox a week ago, for the sole purpose to play Halo 2.
I have a plasma TV and I can tell you the resolution with the standard and S-Video cable is realy bad, in my opinion not even playable, for Halo 2 anyway.
I got the oficial HD component kit from Lik-Sang (man they are fast) order on Friday night and got it already via DHL. MAde a HUGE difference. I can actually see the enemy :)

Anyway enough of that.....I am trying to get HD 1080i via NTSC as this thread suggests. I will be buying splinter cell just for this, if I can get a copy of the save game set, can anyone PM me with this please.

Regards,
Hemant

Greywolf

15-11-2004, 06:17 PM

Can I please get the Splinter Cell Save off you too Force ?

Thanks mate.

Mahadeva

16-11-2004, 08:15 PM

Hello,

Same thing, can i get the splinter cell gamesave from there?

Thanks :)

bowkart

17-11-2004, 04:17 AM

hi, just sent you a pm ForceX as i too would like the splinter cell save please. Need to use the full potential of my new projector.

Cheers mate.

Mahadeva

17-11-2004, 05:08 AM

Btw if I can recommend one game you all want to test in HD mode: Amped 2 (must be available low price now). Even if you dislike this kind of game, just realizing the benefits from using fill HDTV support is worth buying it. Mountains are awesome, details wonderful, you can see far far away and well ... just try and enjoy ;)

Cheers!

Ulysses31

17-11-2004, 12:17 PM

Hi FOrceX,

I'm new, I only bought my X box recently. I enjoyed hi def VGA on my DC and loved it and was disapointed to find the PAL X box disabled. Thanks for all the work on this topic, very helpful.

I'd really appreciated if you could send me the Splinter Cell save file as well. Also I'm confused as to whether I need the Action relpay thingy or will an X Box Pad to USB cable and memory card do the trick by themselves. And do you have address for windows drivers which will let my PC talk to the memory card.

Thanks,

U31

tpatana

17-11-2004, 04:13 PM

Hi,

could ForceX (or someone else) please e-mail me the required files to enable the prog.scan output. Also short description about how the files should be placed in the Action Replay (folders etc.) would be nice to receive (or is it so simple that even I cannot fail that?). I have the MechAssault (with codes MS02301L-L0 and -L1 (in the same disc)), so I would need the save file for that game. I think (/hope) I will receive the Action Replay today, so I hope someone could send the files also today, so I could test the SC2 in the evening.

Please send them to tpatana@mail.student.oulu.fi

Thanks for help,

Tero

tpatana

17-11-2004, 10:34 PM

I have not yet received the files from anyone (ForceX is away maybe?), so could someone please post me the files for MechAssault (with Action Replay) to tpatana@mail.student.oulu.fi

I will notify here when I have received the files, so I won't get 1000 emails with the files.

Thanks for helping me out in this, Tero

Mahadeva

17-11-2004, 11:01 PM

Same thing, if anybody can ship me the splinter cell game save at davibo@msn.com.

Thanks :)

tpatana

17-11-2004, 11:48 PM

BTW: Anyone know if the other save game hack files in the internet are the same as these distributed by ForceX? I mean, I can find some of them with google, but I want to be careful with the Live, so I want such modification which only alters the output, and does nothing else.

I read some descriptions for those others, and they seemed to install something more, I think.

Mahadeva

17-11-2004, 11:55 PM

I think they mainly add Enigma which is needed to switch from NTSC to PAL ... I would also prefer to wait for somebody to mail it, but it looks like all buddies from this thread are gone. I posted my request two days ago and received nothing :(

PeterGilboy

18-11-2004, 01:18 AM

I'm not sure if ForceX is about at the moment, so if anyone out there already has his gamesave for MechAssault could they PM or email it to me?

My email is PeterGilboy@hotmail.com

Cheers!

funkychunks

18-11-2004, 01:44 AM

maybe ForceX has been abducted by those micro$oft bastards! :idea!:

till his return, i've sent PMs to everyone on his behalf.

share the love!!!

p.s. i'm not sure if the links still work, so i'll email those of you who left your addys up here the files too...

Mahadeva

18-11-2004, 02:00 AM

Thanks funkychuncks! But actually you're right, links are broken. SO if you can as stated mail the files to davibo@msn.com, that would be perfect!

tpatana

18-11-2004, 03:35 AM

Thanks Mark for the email. For some reason, the SC.zip didn't work, but I have MA (not SC) so that's no problem for me.

However, as I hoped that the Action Replay would have arrived today, seems that it didn't :banghead: It should be here tomorrow though, so tomorrow I get to test the SC2 with 720p :spin: :ko:

Hope I know what to do, so that I don't mess up the console, let alone the Live ban.

Mahadeva

18-11-2004, 03:55 AM

tpatana, can you send sc.zip and ma.zip in two separate mails to my address pls? davibo@msn.com

I'm dying to get those files :)

Thanks, D.

tpatana

18-11-2004, 05:09 AM

tpatana, can you send sc.zip and ma.zip in two separate mails to my address pls? davibo@msn.com

I did send them in separate emails, but the other one came back to me as failure of delivery.

Not enough space? They are quite large attachments...

Are they legal to distribute? As I have my own wab page, I could upload them on my page.

Mahadeva

18-11-2004, 05:36 AM

Well I know Forcex uploaded but don't know. If you use Messenger, add me to your buddy list (i'm connected now) using the same address. Otherwise i stay online, you upload them, nofity me by pm (with URL), i donwload and you erase. Deal?

Hemoi

18-11-2004, 01:10 PM

Silly Halo 2 question ?
According to a previous post and www.hdtvarcade.com, Halo 2 does not support anything higher then 480p. So are we getting any benefit from trying to get HD for Halo 2 ? :cry:
There seems to only be a very, very small number of games that support HD anyway at this stage right ?

Hemoi.

Ulysses31

18-11-2004, 01:49 PM

Thanks for the links Funky Chunks, unfortunately the page seems to be down!! Would you or anyone else be able to send the files to
dannyroberts@optusnet.com.au

I shouldn't have any problem with mailbox limits.

Thanks,

Ulysses31

funkychunks

18-11-2004, 02:25 PM

PMs and Emails sent

Greywolf

18-11-2004, 03:36 PM

Heya Funky, t1977@hotmail.com, and thanks for continuing to share the love mate :D

Pikman

18-11-2004, 10:31 PM

due to new microsoft anti hacking measures this may cause you to be banned from xbox live.

tpatana

18-11-2004, 11:30 PM

due to new microsoft anti hacking measures this may cause you to be banned from xbox live.

Can someone confirm this, either that it can lead to ban, or that it doesn't lead.

tpatana

19-11-2004, 12:17 AM

Yee! Just received the Action Replay.

I suppose I have to take the risk with the Live, and just do the modification and hope&pray.

tpatana

19-11-2004, 06:22 AM

Yee! Just received the Action Replay.

I suppose I have to take the risk with the Live, and just do the modification and hope&pray.

Yii! The modification was easy as taking candy from store :) Now 480p and 720p are enabled. I have 3rd party component output, and I suspect that it creates some problems to the picture quality though. I ordered the official MS HD pack from dvdboxoffice (~25 eur) so I hope it makes the picture perfect.

Tomorrow will see if the Live has been locked. Hope not.

MiNiStRy

19-11-2004, 07:03 PM

Well i have a few friends who have this mod and have not been banned, so i highly doubt that it will happen.

stormjai@hotmail.c

20-11-2004, 10:15 AM

Hi from UK

another NOOB wanting the SC save....PLEAASSE! PM me details, oe email stormjai@hotmail.com, or details of where I can get this save, and Video switcher to enable Hi Def. :thumbsup:
Thanks in advance

Jai

funkychunks

20-11-2004, 01:07 PM

Hey guys,

unfortunately, i've been sending people incomplete splinter cell savestates. sorry about that dudes, i didn't realise as i used the mech assault version mayself. is there anyone who can help these guys out with the proper splinter cell one...?

cheers

wolfybiscuts

21-11-2004, 04:52 PM

please send me the gamesave for splinter cell and mechassault. wolfybiscuts@hotmail.com

also I would like to ask a few things Im after high def on my pal xbox. And am going over my options.

1. If I get my xbox modded can i freely go between ntsc and pal on the dash? and I dont have to do the swap load with the splinter cell and mech games to revert back to pal?

2. Does a modded xbox only need the high def cables to use high definition? feature

3. I have seen a device online at gadgetaus.com called a high definition component adapter claiming it has automatic format selection with devices including xboxes and is capable of high def. Does anyone know if I have to install the gamesaves to open up the option on the xbox dash, or will this device make my xbox run in high def just by plugging it in?

Any help would be great thankyou

addum

21-11-2004, 07:29 PM

Hey Funkyshunks.

Thanks for your help. The MA one looks fine but I do not have that game.

Can someone out there help me out and send the SC save files.

adam@meney.co.uk

Much appreciated....

MiNiStRy

22-11-2004, 10:20 AM

Thanks funkychunks for the mechassault gamesave. Now a good friend of mine can go high def as well.

wolfybiscuts

22-11-2004, 08:50 PM

hey please send me the mech and splint gamesaves to wolfybiscuts@hotmail.com.

thanks

Tom Cierzo

23-11-2004, 12:02 AM

Firstly, great thread, thanks to all the contributors.

Second :cry: to Microsoft for having such a stupid limitation to PAL XBox's in the first place. Obviously the box is capable of it, otherwise these kind of softmods wouldn't work, so why not just let everyone enjoy the benefits of higher resolution no matter where we are. In forcing people to soft mod, they are encouraging people to explore a mod community they may have ignored before. I don't want to copy games, I don't want to import games, I just want to watch the games I buy at the highest possible resolution on my projector. None of this should be necessary.

Thirdly, trying to use the splinter cell exploit with an Action Replay card, and not having a whole lot of luck to be honest. The exploit I have isn't recognised as an official gamesave, so the action replay software won't allow me to put it on the card. I wonder whether my exploit is knackered, so...

Could someone please send me the splinter cell exploit that seems to be doing the rounds. email is paulellis@btinternet.com (which is already spammed to high heaven), or PM me and I'll give you a more confidential email address.

Alternatively, anyone know what I am doing wrong on the Action replay. This will be just about the only thing I'll use it for, so I'd rather make it work than resort to another £15 for a USB cable or something.

And, again, thanks to all the contributors, and especially FORCEX for starting it off in the first place.

Thanks in advance for any help you can offer.

Cheers