I just wanted to let everybody know, that this project is "finished". I sat thinking, what is the function of the 1.5 firmware that I need? Just launching homebrew really. So I set up IRSHELL to autoboot (with the X button held in on startup). Problem solved. I guess I was so hellbent on restoring her 1.5 firmware that I couldn't see the answer was right in front of me. LOL Anyways just wanted to send out a big THANK YOU on behalf of LeftHookLori and myself- for all your help and support. It was much appreciated!