One of the standout features of the HP4024 is its generous port selection. Despite its size, Skyworth has packed this unit with connectivity options:
Unlike newer Amlogic devices that lock down the bootloader, the HP4024 has a vulnerability (or feature): shorting two pins on the PCB. To flash custom firmware:
Even great hardware has quirks. Here are fixes for the most common HP4024 issues: skyworth hp4024
Issue: Remote stops pairing after reboot. Fix: Press and hold the "Back" + "Home" buttons simultaneously for 5 seconds. The LED should start flashing, re-syncing to Bluetooth.
Issue: 4K playback stutters on YouTube. Fix: The stock YouTube app forces VP9 encoding. Install SmartTubeNext (open-source YouTube client) which forces H264 playback, solving the stutter. One of the standout features of the HP4024
Issue: USB port not recognizing external HDD. Fix: The USB port is limited to 500mA. Use a powered USB hub if connecting a mechanical hard drive.
Issue: "No Signal" on TV after booting. Fix: The HP4024 sometimes gets stuck in an unsupported resolution. Boot into Recovery Mode (paperclip in AV port while plugging power) and select "Wipe data/factory reset." The Skyworth HP4024 is an Android TV 10
The Skyworth HP4024 is an Android TV 10 set-top box produced by Skyworth Digital, a major Chinese electronics manufacturer. Unlike retail devices you buy off Amazon, the HP4024 was primarily manufactured for telecom operators (such as Orange, Vodafone, or Deutsche Telekom in various European markets).
Boot times are respectable (roughly 20-25 seconds). Once booted, the Android TV interface (Leanback Launcher) is snappy. The Mali-G31 GPU handles 4K UI rendering without stutter. Switching between Netflix, Plex, and Kodi is fluid, thanks to the 2GB of RAM (which is the sweet spot for Android TV 9).
The cult following of the Skyworth HP4024 exists not because of the stock experience, but because of what it can become. Users call it the "cheap Kodi monster."
