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    I was trying custom resolutions on config.txt, now I can't boot

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    • matchamanM
      matchaman
      last edited by matchaman

      I was trying to get 960x720@60 on 4:3 (or a regular 720p mode on 4:3 so I can stretch the image via remote control on my TV), messed a bit with instructions found here:

      https://www.raspberrypi.org/forums/viewtopic.php?f=29&t=24679

      After restarting, I'm getting no picture (neither the intro video sound).

      No big deal, I thought. But I actually cannot connect via WinSCP anymore (wireless or not) to revert my config.txt file.

      Any ideas?

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      • Lyle_JPL
        Lyle_JP
        last edited by

        The /boot directory is in a FAT partition that can be read on any PC. If you have a microSD reader or an SD reader and an adapter, you should be able to see the config.txt file in windows and edit it with any text editor.

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        • matchamanM
          matchaman
          last edited by matchaman

          Thanks a lot! I assumed that because it requires root access, it would be impossible to edit like that.

          Problem solved! :)

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