Can I crossflash a Pioneer BDR-X13 (BDR-213T) to a UHD model?

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TimkW
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Can I crossflash a Pioneer BDR-X13 (BDR-213T) to a UHD model?

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Hi everyone,
My drive info is:
Drive Information
OS device name: W:
Manufacturer: PIONEER
Product: BD-RW BDR-X13
Revision: 1.04
Serial number: XXXXXXXXXXX
Firmware date: 2023-08-01
Bus encryption flags: 1B
Highest AACS version: 82

LibreDrive Information
Status: Enabled
Drive platform: RS9400
Firmware name: PIONEER BDR-213T
Firmware type: Original (unpatched)
Firmware version: 1.04/ID56
DVD all regions: Yes
BD raw data read: Yes
BD raw metadata read: Yes
Unrestricted read speed: Yes

Since this drive physically supports reading and burning 100GB+ BDXL discs, the hardware should be capable. My direct questions are:
1、Does this drive currently support crossflashing to a UHD model (like the X13U or 213U)?
2、If not, is this purely due to a firmware lock? Is there any chance of crossflashing it in the future?
Billycar11
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Re: Can I crossflash a Pioneer BDR-X13 (BDR-213T) to a UHD model?

Post by Billycar11 »

TimkW wrote:
Thu Apr 16, 2026 3:46 pm
Hi everyone,
My drive info is:
Drive Information
OS device name: W:
Manufacturer: PIONEER
Product: BD-RW BDR-X13
Revision: 1.04
Serial number: XXXXXXXXXXX
Firmware date: 2023-08-01
Bus encryption flags: 1B
Highest AACS version: 82

LibreDrive Information
Status: Enabled
Drive platform: RS9400
Firmware name: PIONEER BDR-213T
Firmware type: Original (unpatched)
Firmware version: 1.04/ID56
DVD all regions: Yes
BD raw data read: Yes
BD raw metadata read: Yes
Unrestricted read speed: Yes

Since this drive physically supports reading and burning 100GB+ BDXL discs, the hardware should be capable. My direct questions are:
1、Does this drive currently support crossflashing to a UHD model (like the X13U or 213U)?
2、If not, is this purely due to a firmware lock? Is there any chance of crossflashing it in the future?
Email me for this
See below for email
Buy a drive from the guide and video maker: https://www.makemkv.com/forum/viewtopic ... 20&t=17831
UHD Drive Guide: https://www.makemkv.com/forum/viewtopic ... 16&t=19634
Auto flash kit $40 Email Billycar5924@gmail.com No attachments
TimkW
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Re: Can I crossflash a Pioneer BDR-X13 (BDR-213T) to a UHD model?

Post by TimkW »

Just following up on this—has anyone managed to figure this out or successfully crossflash this specific model?
Billycar11
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Re: Can I crossflash a Pioneer BDR-X13 (BDR-213T) to a UHD model?

Post by Billycar11 »

TimkW wrote:
Sat Apr 18, 2026 5:33 pm
Just following up on this—has anyone managed to figure this out or successfully crossflash this specific model?
Yes I have done this many times email me for the ther service
Buy a drive from the guide and video maker: https://www.makemkv.com/forum/viewtopic ... 20&t=17831
UHD Drive Guide: https://www.makemkv.com/forum/viewtopic ... 16&t=19634
Auto flash kit $40 Email Billycar5924@gmail.com No attachments
OneDay
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Re: Can I crossflash a Pioneer BDR-X13 (BDR-213T) to a UHD model?

Post by OneDay »

TimkW wrote:
Sat Apr 18, 2026 5:33 pm
Just following up on this—has anyone managed to figure this out or successfully crossflash this specific model?
Did you email Billycarr11?
Worth emailing. He's been able to do wonders!!!!!
TimkW
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Re: Can I crossflash a Pioneer BDR-X13 (BDR-213T) to a UHD model?

Post by TimkW »

Billycar11 wrote:
Sat Apr 18, 2026 11:02 pm
TimkW wrote:
Sat Apr 18, 2026 5:33 pm
Just following up on this—has anyone managed to figure this out or successfully crossflash this specific model?
Yes I have done this many times email me for the ther service
Hi Billy, I replied to your email a few days ago but haven't heard back yet. Just wanted to check if you received it. Looking forward to hearing from you!
Billycar11
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Re: Can I crossflash a Pioneer BDR-X13 (BDR-213T) to a UHD model?

Post by Billycar11 »

TimkW wrote:
Mon Apr 20, 2026 1:30 am
Billycar11 wrote:
Sat Apr 18, 2026 11:02 pm
TimkW wrote:
Sat Apr 18, 2026 5:33 pm
Just following up on this—has anyone managed to figure this out or successfully crossflash this specific model?
Yes I have done this many times email me for the ther service
Hi Billy, I replied to your email a few days ago but haven't heard back yet. Just wanted to check if you received it. Looking forward to hearing from you!
Yes I got it but it I usually do a phone call for the support at the same time the different country makes it a bit different we will talk about alternatives in the email
Buy a drive from the guide and video maker: https://www.makemkv.com/forum/viewtopic ... 20&t=17831
UHD Drive Guide: https://www.makemkv.com/forum/viewtopic ... 16&t=19634
Auto flash kit $40 Email Billycar5924@gmail.com No attachments
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