Getting started
A beginner-friendly introduction to MediaTek (MTK) protocols used in service tools: MetaMode, brom, preloader and EDL workflows.
Understanding these building blocks helps developers design reliable repair tools and gives technicians insight into what their tools are doing under the hood.
Core concepts
- BROM and preloader boot stages
- MetaMode diagnostics protocol
- Flash vs diagnostic workflows
- Security versions (v5, v6) and their impact