New day, new jailbreaking tool. This one is Apple TV specific and is used to create a custom Firmware that you can restore to in iTunes. Even providing a tethered boot tool for when power is lost or just needing a reboot. Seas0npass.app is Mac only and simple to use. It will even download the IPSW if you dont have it saved on your computer.
NOTE: Currently the jailbreak for the 4.1.1 (iOS 4.2.1) software is 'tethered'. A tethered jailbreak requires the AppleTV to be connected to a computer for a brief moment during startup.
Seas0nPass makes this as easy as possible, but please do not proceed unless you are comfortable with this process.
Pre-launch checklist
1. Download and install the latest version of iTunes (check for updates through Software Update located in Apple menu).
2.
Download Seas0nPass
3. A micro USB cable will be required to complete the jailbreak.
Using Seas0nPass to jailbreak the AppleTV
Step 1: Unzip the 'Seas0nPass.zip' file and launch Seas0nPass.
Step 2: If your AppleTV is not yet jailbroken, select 'Create IPSW'. (if already jailbroken, and you just need to do a 'tethered boot' scroll down)
Step 3: The latest AppleTV software will be downloaded and used to create a custom 'jailbroken' software file.
Step 4: When prompted, connect your AppleTV using a micro-USB cable (leave power disconnected), and hold both the 'MENU' and 'PLAY/PAUSE' buttons for 7 seven seconds.
Step 5: iTunes will open automatically and start the restore process.
Step 6: iTunes will confirm the restore when complete - your AppleTV is now jailbroken. Please proceed to the 'tethered boot' section below.
Using Seas0nPass for a 'tethered boot'
Some AppleTV software versions require a tethered boot. This means the AppleTV must be connected to a computer for a brief moment during startup.
Step 1: Open Seas0nPass and select the 'Boot Tethered' option.
Step 2: When prompted, connect the AppleTV to your computer via USB. Wait for the rapid flashing light then connect the power. Once both are connected hold both the 'MENU' and 'PLAY/PAUSE' buttons for 7 seven seconds.
Step 3: Seas0n Pass will complete the tethered boot automatically. Once complete, remove the USB cable and connect the HDMI cable
Pretty pointless! But the more tools the better eh!
