I have that line in default.xml with customized HK CDA (not tied to any provider). I use HK so I can get the language files "for free" no extra work. :D That was from a phone dump after SEUS update but before turning on the phone. Anyhow, as long as streaming works, it's all good.

Menus are lagging on mine as well...maybe due to flash menus? Have not tried to change it to a non-flash theme, not sure if it's possible.

I was able to delete that custom file i put in from a2uploader. I have deleted other files also. Are you able to delete other files besides the startup/shutdown images?