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Mobile Operator Settings...

Hey, I've always seen this (mobile operator settings) when I'm upgrading a ROM, but I have NO idea what it does. When I select my carrier, it seems to install something, but after the installation I still have to configure my carrier's (Cingular) GPRS and MMS settings. (Maybe it's not suppose to do that at all?)
So, what exactly does this cab do when it's installing, and what does it install? What I THINK it's supposed to do is not happening (putting in GPRS/3g and MMS setting)...but if it did, it would make installing new ROMs just that much easier. Not that I'm complaining, I just want to know what it does.
Thanks in advance.

I noticed this too on my O2 UK settings - seems to do something - then still have to add them manually!!

So on one knows?

It corects the name in the OperatorNames section of your registry, adds email settings, sometimes wallpapers and in the case of 02 i think the o2 active application, thats what its supposed to do also it removes some bits the network wants removed or may lock settings

I think that is certainly what the Operator versions do...
I think if you mean the CABs included with say Jwrights ROMs, these are little homemade CABs supposed to set up all your operator settings as the Operator CABs do, but it seems it only works for some and not others.
I'd love to know how to write CAB files myself, cos you're right, stuff like that would be sooooo handy to produce and post!
@NokiaIRL, I've seen a few of your posts and you certainly seem to know what you're talking about.... fancy writing some operator CABs? And if you do... can you take me through the process? (Or anyone else who can guide).

SpyderTracks said:
I think that is certainly what the Operator versions do...
I think if you mean the CABs included with say Jwrights ROMs, these are little homemade CABs supposed to set up all your operator settings as the Operator CABs do, but it seems it only works for some and not others.
I'd love to know how to write CAB files myself, cos you're right, stuff like that would be sooooo handy to produce and post!
@NokiaIRL, I've seen a few of your posts and you certainly seem to know what you're talking about.... fancy writing some operator CABs? And if you do... can you take me through the process? (Or anyone else who can guide).
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Yea that sounds good.
It came across my mind because I when I'd do a FW upgrade on my Sony Ericsson, I'd just have to goto the SE website to have them send the configurations to my phone, and it was that simple.
One that works ALL THE TIME would be great for the Uni.

snipes mcgee said:
Yea that sounds good.
It came across my mind because I when I'd do a FW upgrade on my Sony Ericsson, I'd just have to goto the SE website to have them send the configurations to my phone, and it was that simple.
One that works ALL THE TIME would be great for the Uni.
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In theory it should be a standard process. Would be great if we could sort this out... any of the dev's able to guide us a bit?

Upgrade to WM6???

I have a Cingular 8525 and it is unlocked and I use T-Mobile service with it. I see that T-mobile has released the WM6 upgrade...http://home.businesswire.com/portal...d=news_view&newsId=20070502006572&newsLang=en
My question is should I upgrade using the T-mobile version or should i wait and get the cingular version of WM6? Also, is it worth the trouble to upgrade? Im a pretty heavy user of all the features of the phone.
Also, what software would you recommend me using to backup my programs on my phone if i do upgrade?
Thanks in advance,
Rjp20

tell me how that works out loading a WM6 smartphone ROM on your hermes i would love to know...
45 posts no less you would have thought but i guess that just goes to show its not how many its what they say!~

Rjp20 said:
I have a Cingular 8525 and it is unlocked and I use T-Mobile service with it. I see that T-mobile has released the WM6 upgrade...http://home.businesswire.com/portal...d=news_view&newsId=20070502006572&newsLang=en
My question is should I upgrade using the T-mobile version or should i wait and get the cingular version of WM6? Also, is it worth the trouble to upgrade? Im a pretty heavy user of all the features of the phone.
Also, what software would you recommend me using to backup my programs on my phone if i do upgrade?
Thanks in advance,
Rjp20
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I would say "Yes" Go ahead and upgrade your phone with that Rom.
Is it worth the trouble; well Tell us the trouble you have after you upgrade to the t-mobile rom.
As for Backup software I would suggest ArcServe 7. Oh wait I think ArcServe has a newer mobile version!
Seriously, you should read the wiki and maybe a few threads before upgrading (or should I say bricking) your phone.

austinsnyc said:
tell me how that works out loading a WM6 smartphone ROM on your hermes i would love to know...
45 posts no less you would have thought but i guess that just goes to show its not how many its what they say!~
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If you wernt so fast to be a SMART ASS you would realise that they have ALSO released a version for the MDA and the Dash...
90 post no less... Your post was pointless and not helpful at all. It just showed how much of an ASS you really are

As I understand it, Cingular has a load of bloatware installed - but if you use this stuff then the t-mobile ROM won't include a lot of it and you'll need to install it by cab files. A lot of the cabs are included in some of the xda-dev WM6 ROMS. Using the Cingular ROM should also keep you in warranty if anything goes wrong.
If you're a heavy user of the standard phone functions then either the Cingular or t-mobile ROMS should be ok (but remember to make a note of your wireless/data/mms settings or get the cab file to re-install them - maybe here http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=Hermes_provider_cabs ).
With both of the above ROMS you get the official support through the customer service help lines. This will generally be limited to a twat who knows ****-all about phones except that the one superglued to his ear hurts after a 12 hour shift.
If you want good WM6 ROMS with good support (not always immediate but often quicker than queueing for a helpdesk) then try Black or LSVW. Both are great and most annoyances or problems have been found and already resolved.
As for the backup software, all the stuff I need backed up is already synced with outlook. The actual program files I always re-install after a ROM upgrade - I think this is the safest way. A piece of software which is always mentioned when people ask about backups is SPB backup http://www.spbsoftwarehouse.com/?en. I can't recommend it because I don't use it, however it seems to be highly regarded.
Rjp20 said:
I have a Cingular 8525 and it is unlocked and I use T-Mobile service with it. I see that T-mobile has released the WM6 upgrade...http://home.businesswire.com/portal...d=news_view&newsId=20070502006572&newsLang=en
My question is should I upgrade using the T-mobile version or should i wait and get the cingular version of WM6? Also, is it worth the trouble to upgrade? Im a pretty heavy user of all the features of the phone.
Also, what software would you recommend me using to backup my programs on my phone if i do upgrade?
Thanks in advance,
Rjp20
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ach2 said:
As I understand it, Cingular has a load of bloatware installed - but if you use this stuff then the t-mobile ROM won't include a lot of it and you'll need to install it by cab files. A lot of the cabs are included in some of the xda-dev WM6 ROMS. Using the Cingular ROM should also keep you in warranty if anything goes wrong.
If you're a heavy user of the standard phone functions then either the Cingular or t-mobile ROMS should be ok (but remember to make a note of your wireless/data/mms settings or get the cab file to re-install them - maybe here http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=Hermes_provider_cabs ).
With both of the above ROMS you get the official support through the customer service help lines. This will generally be limited to a twat who knows ****-all about phones except that the one superglued to his ear hurts after a 12 hour shift.
If you want good WM6 ROMS with good support (not always immediate but often quicker than queueing for a helpdesk) then try Black or LSVW. Both are great and most annoyances or problems have been found and already resolved.
As for the backup software, all the stuff I need backed up is already synced with outlook. The actual program files I always re-install after a ROM upgrade - I think this is the safest way. A piece of software which is always mentioned when people ask about backups is SPB backup http://www.spbsoftwarehouse.com/?en. I can't recommend it because I don't use it, however it seems to be highly regarded.
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THANK! keep em comming! thats Exactly what im looking for!

Using a 8525 on T-Mobile myself I would love to know where I can find the T-Mobile WM6 rom for the MDA. I followed the T-Mobile link but there is no WM6 update. Thanks for your help.

cshum said:
Using a 8525 on T-Mobile myself I would love to know where I can find the T-Mobile WM6 rom for the MDA. I followed the T-Mobile link but there is no WM6 update. Thanks for your help.
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Here it is. Enjoy!
http://www.t-mobile.com/wmupgrade/

ROFL
You can't be serious.
Have you read a frickin' thing in your 40+ posts?
Load that Dash ROM on anything, right? ****, put it on your Panasonic wireless 5.8 GHz phone while you're at it.
Gimme some of what you're smokin', dude.
You know that the MDA is a Wizard, and your 8525 is a Hermes, right? You will brick your phone if you don't follow the instructions for a Hermes.
As for bloatware, Black 3.0 is the newest and fastest ROM out there.

t-mo mda is for WM5.0?I
i looked at the "do i need this upgrade?" and it says it's WM5.0. Is anyone sure that this is for WM6.0 and not 5.0? The dash upgrade clearly says 6.0.

Oops, I brick my phone. . . Perhaps not. Was it a wizard or hermes? I don't know. Just gimme a link to some WM6 roms and I will flash them iusing Vista. Probably more than one rom at a time.
p.s. Please don't take this seriously. Enjoy!

It was announced
waynew73 said:
i looked at the "do i need this upgrade?" and it says it's WM5.0. Is anyone sure that this is for WM6.0 and not 5.0? The dash upgrade clearly says 6.0.
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That T-Mo was releasing WM 6.0 for the MDA. Can you get into the OS.NB file and check the build dates?
Otherwise, look up Faria's Wizard ROM and unlock your phone. I used Faria's on my K-Jam before I switched to a TyTN.

Remove carrier (telstra) customisation TreoPro

I'm very new to Winmo, comming from years of PalmOS. Have just got a TreoPro, in Australia, and want to remove all the carrier customisation? Is there a way to do this? Perhaps stop it happening in the first place, in WM6.1 on the Pro?

dbmgreen said:
I'm very new to Winmo, comming from years of PalmOS. Have just got a TreoPro, in Australia, and want to remove all the carrier customisation? Is there a way to do this? Perhaps stop it happening in the first place, in WM6.1 on the Pro?
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have you tried doing a soft reset before the customisation starts?
The problem with Telstra roms is they tend to leave out lots of things and sometimes cripple some things as well.
I had a jamin and the telstra rom was much smaller than the standard WWE rom.
No harm in trying this.
I am not sure if there is a dedicated forum for the treopro here , but if you look I am sure it is possible to flash a non customised rom that includes the carrier settings for other carriers if you wish.
Make sure you read a bit and apply an appropriate unlocker and SPL first.
cheers lakeman

m3Jorge's Vogue Kitchen (WM6.1 (20931), PIE6 (New Beta), Manila2D (Jade))

OK guys here it is... Release 2.1
http://www.megaupload.com/?d=BK0TO546
Mirror:
http://www.4shared.com/file/71823892/48b175e6/v21JB.html
Sorry I am still short on time but this 2.1 release addresses the issues reported...
I will keep it short for now:
SYS & XIP 20931 wiith VoIP...
Alltel 3.10 OEM Base...
Latest Jade OEMs...
My OEM selections from PPCKitchen...
Manila2D hacked for custom cities...
##codes in dialer enabled no ## code folder ncessary...(some added Pro drivers as well)
comon issues with Jade OEMs fixed (BT, baclight.exe, deviceinfo, etc)
Carrier OEMs choose (most from PPCGeeks Sprint one Tweaked a bit more) choose only one of these or none and use dcd carrier cabs...
(SPRINT Users I recommend using carrier selection in the kitchen)
Slide to answer delay in dialer addressed...
Full kernel Mode Enabled (Cert verify disabled as well)
NEW IE 6 beta available (fixed and fully functional, flash enabled... very stable so far too )
SYS selection updated
Diamond theme provxml fixed
build issues fixed (cab and provxml processing was broken)
Threaded SMS issues fixed!
UC enabled...
Allow customizations for Opera and Google Maps...
Pending....
Updated OEM selections from build os (just gotta write option.xml's)...
more optimizations and tweak selection...
Ensure no one encounters contacts issue... I haven't seen it but if people could test for it!
Credits to Vet (of course), ppckitchen.org, etc. XDA & PPCGeejs gurus... (sorry short on time)

Hi guys and gals....
I am very sorry that I have not been around or gotten you the updates promised... The honest truth is that I have been going through a lot of difficulties in my personal/financial life and work so I just dropped the ball here... I am working my way back and looking forward to give you guys a new WM6.1 kitchen and will look at the WM6.5 one and see if I can add any value with my version of one of those too... for those who are having trouble I will try and catch up in the next week or so if it is something urgent feel free to PM me.
Again my sincere apologies and hope that everyone understand that I didn't mean to mislead just circumstances have kept me from delivering...

Reserved for updates.....

Reserved for updates...

Didnt work can not reply to text messages

cwest06 said:
Didnt work can not reply to text messages
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what carrier are u using?

m3Jorge said:
what carrier are u using?
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Sprint.....

Now THAT is VERY strange... as it is specially optimized for sprint... I must have screwed something up when I adapted the kitchen for popular use rather than just my personal use... I have done some more cleanup/tweaks and updated to build 20931 and will put that up tonight... and will test it throughly to ensure it all works
Just to help my testing can you let me know what selections you made when building? and if you did any modifications to any folders as well...
Thanks!

Im using sprint as well. i wasnt able to install cabs and active sync wasnt connecting. i only unchecked the pim backup utility.

ldostang said:
Im using sprint as well. i wasnt able to install cabs and active sync wasnt connecting. i only unchecked the pim backup utility.
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Same as him......

Hello,
I also was unable to install anything after flashing. Anything that I tried to install would give me an installation unsuccessful error.
Active sync was spotty, it would just drop connection and then reconnect.
I am on Sprint as well.
Regards,
Jus'

ldostang said:
Im using sprint as well. i wasnt able to install cabs and active sync wasnt connecting. i only unchecked the pim backup utility.
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Must be some of my reg tweaks... I will ensure proper defaults are in-place for when they are not selected

Device Info
How did you fix the Device Info issue? I have been trying to figure that out for a while now.
I have Sprint as well ran into not being able to connect to Data.

Hey m3jorge, I'm really liking this Rom you put out. Totally dig the modded m2d theme you put on with the white underlay on black icons, but I can't change the top/bottom bars to matching diamond(black/grey) in Appearance under Settings, also get the can't install cab error, and no active sync errors others are also experiencing. Other than those 2 issues, everything works and looks nice. Good job and Thanks.
btw... I did all the selections and minimal selections trying to identify the reason why folder won't let let cabs install, but no luck.
Vogue/Sprint

Ok I think I've found the root of the issue about the cabs not installing... quick question though for those having the issue...
Did Customizations run? or try to run? and did you let customizations complete... thanks...

m3Jorge said:
Ok I think I've found the root of the issue about the cabs not installing... quick question though for those having the issue...
Did Customizations run? or try to run? and did you let customizations complete... thanks...
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Did you resolve the contacts issue with 20924/20931?
if so, what was the cause?

m3Jorge said:
Ok I think I've found the root of the issue about the cabs not installing... quick question though for those having the issue...
Did Customizations run? or try to run? and did you let customizations complete... thanks...
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Yes I let it run

vetvito said:
Did you resolve the contacts issue with 20924/20931?
if so, what was the cause?
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I believe I have what i did is I took the VIRSER_ATCMD.dll (along with the other VIRSER dlls) and fuart.exe from the Alltel 3.10... I found that if the two versions don't match all kind of things with active sync become unhappy

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Yes I let it run
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ok that is the weirdest thing... Customizations installs like 3 cabs... but cabs don't work after that? or are we talking about carrier cabs don;t work???

carrier(sprint) or any cabs won't install, because I verified no internet access via testing youtube app and get no videos to load up. gonna reflash and skip customizations to see if that is a factor in cabs not installing.

US Cellular help please!!

OK, I am new here and have done a lot of reading. Apparently me and about 3 other guys are the only ones that have USCC, not a lot out there for us. NFSFAN, you have mentioned that you might be able to whip us up something if there were more, that would be great. I do have a number of specific questions and I'd love all the great input that everyone has.
1. 6.5 or Android? (yes I know it is all personal taste)
2. My touch does not have GPS enabled from USCC. If I unlock the phone do I use .41 or 2.31? Yes I want GPS and would find a ROM with it and is that why I would choose one or the other?
3. My Radio is 3.42.30, do I need to upgrade to 3.42.50 for GPS or just to upgrade to 6.5? and where do I find that radio?
4. Am I asking to basic of questions yet?
5. How do I get Adobe Flash Player loaded/upgraded?
6. Is there a good .cab website out there for games/apps?
7. Can I have my cake and eat it too?
Nah j/k but I know my phone is capable of so much more than I am using it for now and want to take advantage of it. I really appreciate all the help and suggestions.
Thanks
HTC Touch Vogue 6900
3.01.573.4
3.42.30

Have you look over at PPC Geek's at all? There is a lot more CDMa info there.

Ok, I kinda thought this was the forum for CDMA, aka my USCC VOGUE phone. I have looked on ppc and am going to repost this question there. I saw the wealth of knowledge here and thought I could get some help....

spittinfly said:
Ok, I kinda thought this was the forum for CDMA, aka my USCC VOGUE phone. I have looked on ppc and am going to repost this question there. I saw the wealth of knowledge here and thought I could get some help....
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This particular forum is for the CDMA Vogue but this site is geared more toward GSM devices. There doesn't seem to be a big US Cellular following on here.

gps on uscc
i have my gps working. cokeman 2.31 unlocker and a omj.3.09.01custom rom. works great

gps on uscc
i have my gps working. cokeman 2.31 unlocker and a omj.3.09.01custom rom. works great

Well seeing as no one actually answered your post ... here goes
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1. 6.5 or Android? (yes I know it is all personal taste)
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Yes it is a personal choice, nice thing about Android is that it is a Linux shell - rebooting the phone brings you back to WinMO so really it can be best of both worlds just be prepared for some work in using Android and remembering steps before starting it like, Starting IE/Opera before starting Android to make sure you have Internet within Android (at least when I was using it a few months back)
spittinfly said:
2. My touch does not have GPS enabled from USCC. If I unlock the phone do I use .41 or 2.31? Yes I want GPS and would find a ROM with it and is that why I would choose one or the other?
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You would use 2.31 unlocker and from there flash to a custom ROM - try a Generic ROM either 6.1 or WinMO6.5 might be able to utilize GPS if your connecting via generic or seek out some other USCC users in threads, I know some are using 6.5 currently and able to work fairly well
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3. My Radio is 3.42.30, do I need to upgrade to 3.42.50 for GPS or just to upgrade to 6.5? and where do I find that radio?
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No, 3.42.30 is fine, you wont see a difference with 3.42.50 worth it plus it can cause some issues more than positives so stay to the basics
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4. Am I asking to basic of questions yet?
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No, can you be more simplistic in them LOL j/k
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5. How do I get Adobe Flash Player loaded/upgraded?
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Depends on the ROM used as well as the Browser (IE or Opera) there is some reports of IE Mobile 8 or something like that working but flaky
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6. Is there a good .cab website out there for games/apps?
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Search the forums both here at VDA as well as PPCGeeks you will see links to personal cab repositories that will contain some for ya
spittinfly said:
7. Can I have my cake and eat it too?
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Of course you can, but the actual saying is "can I eat my cake and have it too" in reference to the days of Marie Antoinette and the famous line of "let them eat cake" the idea is to be able to eat your cake AND have it, which of course would be impossible as would the situation a person in reference to the saying would be wanting as well
Hope that helps
Detroit Doug

Thanks Doug I had almost given up hope on this thread. I have been on PPC Geeks and am just about to take the plunge. Thanks for all the advice and I see the logic in the actual "eat / have it" order, very interesting and educational. Thanks again and I will try to update after I upgrade.

spittinfly, in your reading have you found the settings you need with QPST to make your GPS work with USCellular? Also, the instructions that get you into the diagnostic mode with other carriers do not work with USCellular. I had to do a lot of reading myself, and piece together information from several different threads to make it work. With the same radio you have I can lock in from 6 to 11 satellites. If you have found all this information I won't bother typing it all in, but if you need it let me know.
Personally, I've tried a couple of different ROMs, but I'm currently just running the USCellular WM6.1 with SPB Mobile Shell 2.1.5, while I'm anxiously awaiting Shell 3.

Well I am not familiar w/ SPB but I did go on ppcgeeks and searching for "uscc 6900" found what appears to be a good option for me. Would someone mind checking it out?
http://forum.ppcgeeks.com/showthread.php?t=53675&highlight=uscc+6900.

spittinfly said:
Well I am not familiar w/ SPB but I did go on ppcgeeks and searching for "uscc 6900" found what appears to be a good option for me. Would someone mind checking it out?
http://forum.ppcgeeks.com/showthread.php?t=53675&highlight=uscc+6900.
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SPB is a set of applications for use ON your phone (SPB Backup, SPB Keyboard, ETC) SPB is the company name followed by what the app is
As far as the thread, Im hoping and assuming you are referring to NFSFAN 6.5 V6R2 Generic Carrier ROM ... I only ask as I am not going to read through 8 pages of replies to find what your referring to
If it is regarding NFSFAN and the ROM he has to offer, then yes I would suggest trying it, its the ROM I use on my HTC Vogue (Touch) and its been stable, fast and reliable
Detroit Doug

Is there a way to "turn on" the GPS (unlocker first, I understand this) WITHOUT changing the ROM?
I very much enjoy my current setup with ONE exception: no GPS.
I've read a little about QPST and have tried a version of it (its been quite a while) but it doesn't seem to recognize my 6900...
so... basically... 2 questions: 1. can I turn on GPS using only a settings change in QPST, and if so, 2. what version of QPST do I need to do so?
FYI, USCC 6900 6.1 Radio 3.42.30 ROM 3.01.573.4
Thanks in advance