Here's the most recent thread about changing the region to 1f http://www.meridianunplugged.com/ubb/ultimatebb.php?ubb=get_topic;f=6;t=001163#000000

In order to do this, you need a null modem serial cable (i.e. a cross over cable, not straight through)
http://www.meridianunplugged.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=6;t=001124;p=2
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