The MT3367 is a MediaTek chipset designed primarily for Automotive and IoT (Internet of Things) applications. Unlike standard smartphone chips (like the Helio or Dimensity series), the MT3367 is built for stability and specific display interfaces.
Because automotive and industrial hardware varies wildly between manufacturers, the partition layout (memory map) for an MT3367 device is rarely standard. One manufacturer might allocate 2GB for the system partition, while another allocates 3GB to support larger map data for navigation. Consequently, a generic scatter file will not work; the scatter.txt must be specific to the exact hardware configuration of that device model.
John had been an Android enthusiast for years. He loved experimenting with different ROMs and firmware on his devices. Recently, he acquired an older smartphone based on the MediaTek MT3367 chipset. His goal was to breathe new life into this device by installing a custom ROM.
However, John quickly encountered a significant hurdle. The device wasn't recognized properly by the SP Flash Tool, and he couldn't find a compatible "scatter.txt" file for his specific device model. Without this file, he couldn't proceed with flashing any firmware.
Determined, John started his search online, scouring through forums and websites dedicated to Android development and MediaTek devices. He encountered several threads discussing the challenges of finding the correct scatter files for various devices but found nothing specific to his model.
In simple terms, a scatter.txt file is a plain-text configuration file that acts as a memory address map. When you use a flashing tool (like SP Flash Tool, Miracle Box, or UnlockTool), the program has no idea where to write the bootloader, kernel, or system image. The scatter file tells it:
For the MT3367, the scatter file is specific because the partition layout differs significantly from standard smartphone MTK chips (like MT6765 or MT6580). mt3367 android scatter.txt
In the niche world of Android firmware development and device repair, few files are as critical yet enigmatic as the scatter.txt file. For devices powered by the MediaTek MT3367 chipset—a platform often utilized in automotive infotainment systems, GPS units, and specialized industrial tablets—this plain text document serves as the foundational map for the device's internal memory.
Without the specific scatter.txt for an MT3367 device, flashing firmware, unbricking a device, or modifying system partitions becomes a game of Russian roulette. Here is an analysis of what this file is and why it matters.
The MT3367 is a processor chip developed by MediaTek, a company known for producing chipsets for various electronic devices, including smartphones and tablets. MediaTek chipsets are widely used in Android devices due to their cost-effectiveness and performance.
A "scatter.txt" file is a crucial component when dealing with MediaTek devices. This text file contains information about the layout of the firmware, specifying where different components of the firmware should be written on the device's flash memory. Essentially, it's a map that guides the flashing tool on how to properly distribute and write the firmware components onto the device.
partition_name: PRELOADER file_name: preloader.bin is_download: true type: PRIMARY_ROM linear_start_addr: 0x00000000 physical_start_addr: 0x00000000 partition_size: 0x00040000 region: EMMC_BOOT_1 storage_space: EMMC
partition_name: MBR file_name: MBR is_download: true type: PRIMARY_ROM linear_start_addr: 0x00040000 physical_start_addr: 0x00040000 partition_size: 0x00040000 region: EMMC_USER storage_space: EMMC The MT3367 is a MediaTek chipset designed primarily
partition_name: EBR1 file_name: EBR1 is_download: true type: PRIMARY_ROM linear_start_addr: 0x00080000 physical_start_addr: 0x00080000 partition_size: 0x00040000 region: EMMC_USER storage_space: EMMC
partition_name: UBOOT file_name: u-boot.bin is_download: true type: PRIMARY_ROM linear_start_addr: 0x00100000 physical_start_addr: 0x00100000 partition_size: 0x00080000 region: EMMC_USER storage_space: EMMC
partition_name: RECOVERY file_name: recovery.img is_download: true type: PRIMARY_ROM linear_start_addr: 0x00180000 physical_start_addr: 0x00180000 partition_size: 0x00400000 region: EMMC_USER storage_space: EMMC
partition_name: SEC_RO file_name: secro.img is_download: true type: PRIMARY_ROM linear_start_addr: 0x00580000 physical_start_addr: 0x00580000 partition_size: 0x00100000 region: EMMC_USER storage_space: EMMC
partition_name: LOGO file_name: logo.bin is_download: true type: PRIMARY_ROM linear_start_addr: 0x00680000 physical_start_addr: 0x00680000 partition_size: 0x00100000 region: EMMC_USER storage_space: EMMC
partition_name: ANDROID file_name: system.img is_download: true type: PRIMARY_ROM linear_start_addr: 0x00780000 physical_start_addr: 0x00780000 partition_size: 0x0A000000 region: EMMC_USER storage_space: EMMC For the MT3367, the scatter file is specific
partition_name: CACHE file_name: cache.img is_download: true type: PRIMARY_ROM linear_start_addr: 0x0AF80000 physical_start_addr: 0x0AF80000 partition_size: 0x02000000 region: EMMC_USER storage_space: EMMC
partition_name: USRDATA file_name: userdata.img is_download: true type: PRIMARY_ROM linear_start_addr: 0x0CF80000 physical_start_addr: 0x0CF80000 partition_size: 0x15000000 region: EMMC_USER storage_space: EMMC
partition_name: FAT file_name: fat.img is_download: true type: PRIMARY_ROM linear_start_addr: 0x21F80000 physical_start_addr: 0x21F80000 partition_size: 0x00500000 region: EMMC_USER storage_space: EMMC
partition_name: MD1DATA file_name: md1img.img is_download: false type: PRIMARY_ROM linear_start_addr: 0x22480000 physical_start_addr: 0x22480000 partition_size: 0x01000000 region: EMMC_USER storage_space: EMMC
1. Unbricking (The "Dead" Phone Scenario)
If an MT3367 device fails to boot (gets stuck on the logo or shows a black screen), it is often because a partition has been corrupted. The SP Flash Tool, guided by the scatter.txt, can overwrite the corrupt partition with a fresh image. Without the correct scatter file, the tool wouldn't know where to place the data, potentially overwriting critical security zones and permanently killing the device.
2. Porting and Development
Developers looking to port custom Android versions or update the Linux kernel on MT3367 hardware rely on the scatter file to resize partitions. If a developer wants to install a larger Android system, they must edit the scatter.txt to allocate more memory to the system partition and less to the userdata partition.
3. Readback and Backup
Before modifying an automotive unit (which can be very expensive), technicians use the "Readback" function in SP Flash Tool. This function reads the data currently on the chip and saves it to a file. This process is impossible without the scatter.txt telling the tool where to start and stop reading.
Below is a compact guide and a sample scatter.txt for MediaTek MT3367-based devices (used as an example for firmware flashing with SP Flash Tool). Use only firmware and scatter files specific to your exact device model and ROM — flashing the wrong files can brick your device.