EPST fixed by Oxge: http://www.diypda.com/viewthread.php?tid=374246
usage:
1. Connect your phone with Windows XP/7 Computer
2. Download patch file and Extract it
3. RUN "fix EPST.bat", then restart your phone.
Congratulations, try your ##778#.
It's workded fine on my Virtuous Unity ROM.
Thanks Relay.
Does it works for all rom or just for CM7?
I don;t know, but I think I should not
I will give it a try
What's this?
Is this a new feature kinda like Siri from iPhone 4S?
EPST does a number of things. Namely it's what helps control the # programming codes in the phone to allow you to do updates to things dealing with the phones operations. Something that has to be there in other words.
In fact we always use it to edit our APN settings .
Correct me if i am wrong
##778#
Does any one know if it works on CM7 / Nightlies?
If anything goes wrong, will a nandroid fix it?
I just hate having to flash a dif ROM just adjust my data settings....
I am not sure because CM is an ASOP Rom , certainly wouldn't work ,
And of course the nandroid should get both right back .
This is only for Sense , especially for virtuous , i never try it to other Rom , but probably guess, should be working .
I will try and edit my post .
Can someone enlighten me as to what exactly is this supposed to fix? Specifically, I am looking to see if there is a method to manually program the MDN which was comically omitted in this phone. Please let me know if I am barking up the wrong tree...
## Phone Codes
AceXMachine said:
Can someone enlighten me as to what exactly is this supposed to fix? Specifically, I am looking to see if there is a method to manually program the MDN which was comically omitted in this phone. Please let me know if I am barking up the wrong tree...
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I'm not sure if this hack is for just for the codes listed?
But there is another thread form the same person regarding ##3424#.
Unless you are running a sense ROM that has those codes enabled, The only known workaround (for now) is to fully wipe (Factory Reset), clear things (Sometimes Twice), flash the sense ROM, set the data settings, then repeat the process to enable the ROM that has the ## Phone Codes Disabled.
For some reason the access to these codes is considered to be a low priority, and since there is a so called workaround, it is even a lower priority.
Good luck with finding a ROM that won't leave you with either a force-fed update or a problem when switching back and forth.
There are some files to freeze or delete to avoid the first problem, and can be changed in the before you flash (if your any good with un zipping & re zipping ROM files) but I think that will change the md5 sum & that could cause problems after the flash and even after the re flash.
Good luck
ENJOY....
When I work in the 3G settings in incredible 2 by cod =778 then Enter the check securty and work settings and save(cummet) them Waite restart the machine and all ok
But when I put the SIM CDMA then enter securty i find that Place ppp user and also ppp pasword has become Empty i was re-written(save cummet) and then restart the phone, but when enter again this place may Also empty
i also use dfs cdma for this but sam problem
What is the solution to work save after inter sim cdma
help me plz
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Many people before myself have addressed this issue! Their has been post about how to fix verizon gps and many relies to "GPS NOT WORKING, ECT.." Regardless their are people that still have questions and very still unclear on how to resolve.
I've had this issue as well and fixed it many of times I have also been on the question side of things it sucks not knowing what going on... I figured I would attempt post the fix and answer as many questions regarding this issue as possible. Please feel free to pm me for missing info and or a better explanation of what is written. (I'm not perfect)
This Post is Geared to people who can NOT use GPS because of verizon "software disabling". If your not sure you can use gps please look below to Side Notes for testing.
If your gps works and you need guidance on how to flash a custom rom! Start From Step 3
Definition of GPS Types
*aGps this uses an internet connection to triangulate with distance from radio towers. Process time for location lock ruffly 5-15 sec(not this topic and verizon attempts to block these attempts)
*Gps takes a moment to lock on to multiple satellites to triangulate your location. Process time for location lock ruffly 2-4 min(Weather Dependent)
Read The Entire Post Before Attempting
DO NOT LET CUSTOMIZATIONS RUN
Install Instruction
Download Step1 Flash/Unlock with 0.40.coke (necessary for Step2)
Download Step2 **Load Unlocker & Flash Older ROM without GPS (This resolves Issue)
*Reset with pin-hole just before customization
Download Step3 Flash/Unlock with 2.31.coke (necessary for Step3)
Download Step4 **Load Unlocker & Flash Verizon Stock Rom (Strongly Recommended)
*Reset with pin-hole just before customization
Download Step5 **Load Unlocker & Flash Newest Radio Available (I recommend 3.42.3 or 3.42.5)
*Reset with pin-hole just before customization
6.1 or 6.5 Step6 **Load Unlocker & Flash at least 2x any custom rom (I Recommend NFSFAN's Rom)
*Allow Customization to Run Fully for Custom Rom's
*Install A GPS app of your liking (I use and Love tomtom/Garmin, nsfan always includes GPS viewer for testing)
Side Note
As each rom is installed if you accidentally let it startup fully dont worry its ok, Its just very important not to Let the Customization Run. After Step4 or Step5 you can install the below Cab's to test if issue has been Resolved. If you need to use active sync during these steps make sure to Remove from Airplane Mode and or Un-check option under USB to PC (fast syncing) Also Step 1 & 3 Coke Un-locker's are not compatible to x64bit systems. There maybe a way to get around or another version of coke unlocker, its just unknown to me. If anyone here knows of a way PLEASE let me know!
Gps Testing Cab's
Download Verizon GPS setting Cab by NSFAN
Download GPS Viewer
** Coke Unlocker is Loaded By Holding down a combination of buttons. HOLD POWER, CAMERA BUTTON & PIN-HOLE Reset Simultaneously until you get "Rainbow Colored Screen"
Things you will Need
Download Verizon provisioning cab by NSFAN
Download MMS Fix by NSFAN (install instruction below)
*Install the cab provided
*After install go into the Connections -> Manage Exsisting -> General Tab --> Delete Connection
*After that is done, Goto Start -> System Tools -> Open Advanced Config
*Press Menu -> Press "Import provisioning XML" Search for mxipupdate_oemoperators_102.provxml,
(Should be located in the Windows Root Directory)
*Import it, Soft-reset
MMS Should be up and running!
Provisioning phone 1st time
Your phone needs to be authenticated(*228 Option 1)! There are many way to resolve this. Tech support can manually have you add an Akey(26? hexadecimal code). Online Activation VZW Site or I prefer this method,
Attempt to make a phone call. You will Receive a VZ Error with a 800 number to call. Call this number and Explain
"I Just installed my phone and its not authenticating to make phone call. Unfortunately I'm on the phone in question and do not have an alternate to contact you with. Can you please fix this?, I have a few important phone calls to make!"
After which they will place you on hold and may explain giving you "temp authentication". This is not true is permanent. Process Including Hold time Usually is resolved with 4-8min
Side Note Thanks to -Digital Doug
After following the above instructions if your phone needs to be authenticated still and you speak
to verizon tech support! They will instruct you to dial ##778 to get your phone to open up a hidden configuration menu.
This doesn't work with NSFAN rom's. You need to dial ##778# instead. Its a small detail
Advanced GPS Registry Settings Thanks to codybear
[HKLM\Software\HTC\SUPL GPS]
\EnableAGPS = 1
\EnableSmartMode = 1
\GPSMode = 4 (should also work as 2)
\NumberFixes = 999999999
\QoSAccuracy = 50
\QoSPerformance = 89
\ServerIP = 195.207.101.126
\ServerPort = 7788
\timeBetweenFixes = 1
User's Reporting Possible Agps Fix
http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index...VerizonAGPSFix
Their are many sources to the info within this post I do not take credit for anything more of a collaboration of information! I do NOT as anyone here on xda take responsibility for possible issue you may experience during flashing
theoneownz said:
Many people before myself have addressed this issue! Their has been post about how to fix verizon gps and many relies to "GPS NOT WORKING, ECT.." Regardless their are people that still have questions and very still unclear on how to resolve.
I've had this issue as well and fixed it many of times I have also been on the question side of things it sucks not knowing what going on... I figured I would attempt post the fix and answer as many questions regarding this issue as possible. Please feel free to pm me for missing info and or a better explanation of what is written. (I'm not perfect)
Most important Things to know
Read The Entire Post Before Attempting
DO NOT LET CUSTOMIZATIONS RUN
Download Step1 Flash/Unlock with 0.40.coke (necessary for Step2)
Download Step2 Flash Older ROM without GPS (This resolves Issue)
*Reset with pin-hole just before customization
Download Step3 Flash/Unlock with 2.31.coke (Need to Flash newer Rom's)
Download Step4 Flash Verizon Stock Rom Recommended*(Personally Have Skipped this step worked perfect)
*Reset with pin-hole just before customization
Download Step5 Flash Newest Radio Available (I recommend 3.42.3 or 3.42.5)
*Reset with pin-hole just before customization
Step6 Flash atleast 2x any custom rom (Recommend NFSFAN's Rom)
*Allow Customization to Run Fully for Custom Rom's
*Install A GPS app of your liking (I use and Love tomtom/Garmin, nsfan always includes GPS viewer for testing
Side Note
As each rom is installed if you accidentally let it startup fully dont worry its ok, Its just very important not to Let the Customization Run. After Step4 or Step5 you can install the below Cab's to test if issue has been Resolved.
Download Verizon GPS setting Cab by NSFAN
Download GPS Viewer
If you need to use active sync during these steps make sure to Remove from Airplane Mode and or Un-check option under USB to PC (fast syncing) if needed
Their are many sources to the info within this post I do not take credit for anything more of a collaboration of information!
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thanks for such informative writing, i myself really don't need the gps on my phone that bad, but it can come handy sometimes and i've been hesitating to do this fix because i heard that downgrading radio can mess up the phone, but i think i'll give it a go sometime this week and will report back.
Quick question: i always flash my phone from the SD Card since day 1, because for some reason the Laptop disconnect the USB sometimes, so.. is it safe to unlock from SD Card as it is to flash from SD card??
thanks again.
I have never flash from the SD card not sure what you mean
Ive also have that usb disconnecting issue with all of my vouge like its loose on the mini usb connection. All i do is plug it in and dont touch it till its done. But if you where to accidently disconnect the usb for any reason. No worries coke unlocker will cover this issue and just reload and try again.
Well i followed your instructions to the T. And i was beginning to write how its not working. But then i noticed that it started picking up satellites. So YES. SUCCESS. IT DOES WORK! Just a side note how do i get rid of the Bell logo when i first boot up?
Also, what steps did you follow afterwards to get your internet and mms up and runnng?
albert001 said:
Well i followed your instructions to the T. And i was beginning to write how its not working. But then i noticed that it started picking up satellites. So YES. SUCCESS. IT DOES WORK! Just a side note how do i get rid of the Bell logo when i first boot up?
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*agps is uses an internet connection to triangulate with distance from radio towers. Process time 5-10 sec(not this topic and verizon attempts to block this)
*gps takes a moment to lock on to multiple satellites to triangulate your location. Process time 1-2 min
Bell Logo is something to be removed when flashing a Custom rom. Me personally i don't care to change it but from what i understand its just swapping a file in the custom rom and then proceed with a normal flash.
albert001 said:
Also, what steps did you follow afterwards to get your internet and mms up and runnng?
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Download MMS Fix by NSFAN
*Install the cab provided
*After install go into the Connections -> Manage Exsisting -> General Tab --> Delete Connection
*After that is done, Goto Start -> System Tools -> Open Advanced Config
*Press Menu -> Press "Import provisioning XML" Search for mxipupdate_oemoperators_102.provxml,
(Should be located in the Windows Root Directory)
*Import it, Soft-reset
MMS Should be up and running!
anothen said:
if I follow the outlined steps for the GPS fix, and then later upgrade to a newer Rom version (NFSFAN V13) would I need to re-do these steps?
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No All that is needed is gps and mms fix cab's and of course any other customization preferred
quick question i cant seem to load the sprint rom it stops cause of vendor id error. how do i get passed it? thanx for the help
Man.....i am on the phone with verizon wireless because of issues of not being able to make phone calls which it finally fixed now i am having issues with all data. Any ideas?
bangout said:
quick question i cant seem to load the sprint rom it stops cause of vendor id error. how do i get passed it? thanx for the help
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Sounds like your trying to load the sprint rom from activesync. You should be loading it though the "Coke Unlocker boot loader"
Make sure to follow the steps above. Btw also if you have follow the step be sure your download is not corrupted!
Any suggestions with me not being able to receive data? I am using 3.42.5 radio. Should i try 3.42.3 to get the data to work?
theoneownz said:
Many people before myself have addressed this issue! Their has been post about how to fix verizon gps and many relies to "GPS NOT WORKING, ECT.." Regardless their are people that still have questions and very still unclear on how to resolve.
I've had this issue as well and fixed it many of times I have also been on the question side of things it sucks not knowing what going on... I figured I would attempt post the fix and answer as many questions regarding this issue as possible. Please feel free to pm me for missing info and or a better explanation of what is written. (I'm not perfect)
Most important Things to know
Read The Entire Post Before Attempting
DO NOT LET CUSTOMIZATIONS RUN
Download Step1 Flash/Unlock with 0.40.coke (necessary for Step2)
Download Step2 Load Unlocker & Flash Older ROM without GPS (This resolves Issue)
*Reset with pin-hole just before customization
Download Step3 Flash/Unlock with 2.31.coke (Need to Flash newer Rom's)
Download Step4 Load Unlocker & Flash Verizon Stock Rom Recommended*(Personally Have Skipped this step worked perfect)
*Reset with pin-hole just before customization
Download Step5 Load Unlocker & Flash Newest Radio Available (I recommend 3.42.3 or 3.42.5)
*Reset with pin-hole just before customization
Step6 Load Unlocker & Flash atleast 2x any custom rom (Recommend NFSFAN's Rom)
*Allow Customization to Run Fully for Custom Rom's
*Install A GPS app of your liking (I use and Love tomtom/Garmin, nsfan always includes GPS viewer for testing
Side Note
As each rom is installed if you accidentally let it startup fully dont worry its ok, Its just very important not to Let the Customization Run. After Step4 or Step5 you can install the below Cab's to test if issue has been Resolved. If you need to use active sync during these steps make sure to Remove from Airplane Mode and or Un-check option under USB to PC (fast syncing)
Download Verizon GPS setting Cab by NSFAN
Download GPS Viewer
** Coke Unlocker is Loaded By Holding down a combination of buttons. HOLD POWER, CAMERA BUTTON & PIN-HOLE Reset Simultaneously
Their are many sources to the info within this post I do not take credit for anything more of a collaboration of information!
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Accidental Double Post
Generally speaking when doing alot of flashing you may loose your A-Key settings! which should be fixed buy using verizon's *225 function but sometime must be manually entered by their Tech support team.
You can also call them and say im on the phone and need to make an important phone call can you please unlock the phone. They may say its temporary but its a lie. LOL
Did you use the MMS Cab and follow the instruction because that will restore your data connection information! If so reinstall try again
Btw Dont worry its just a minor software setting it will work
Wow are you unable to help me with my issue. my data access doesnt work period. i keep putting in my username ([email protected]) and password (vzw). And i still havent connected? Please help me!
did you flash the original Carrier Rom?
did you try the mms cab?
I never said i was unable to help you tell me what you have done so far
also try this cab
Download Verizon provisioning cab by NSFAN
Well. I was waiting for a response and figured i try flashing it to the original ROM and let all the customization run first. Then started from Step 1. So thats where i am at right now. Step 4
And i finally got it working. GPS, phone, and data. Had to put a freakin 26 digit authentication code from verizon.
Yeah next time pm me bro, but of course it always nothing to worry about great community here and their is always someone to help.
Ill edit the original post later with all the information we covered. When I do if you have input of your experience you think i should add let me know.
Going forward when you flash to a newer verison of a custom rom you will NOT have to authenticate to verizon or call them for that matter at all. The only necessary steps are
installing mms cab, gps cab, restoring back-up contacts, and any other custom apps you perfer (I do this on a regular basis I swear its much easier )
Sprint GPS Vogue
Hey verizon buddies,
I have a sprint touch, and the agps feature must not be working because i can only get a lock outside...
will your instructions work for sprint?
does sprint need specific different server settings?
thanks!!!
-Ox
any files for us vista-64 bit users? i have a 8core computer with 8gb ram, so i had to go 64bit, but i cannot even use the first file, the 0.40coke unlocker just says it doesnt work on 64bit windows (same with the 2.31 unlocker)
-C
crobs808 said:
any files for us vista-64 bit users? i have a 8core computer with 8gb ram, so i had to go 64bit, but i cannot even use the first file, the 0.40coke unlocker just says it doesnt work on 64bit windows (same with the 2.31 unlocker)
-C
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Thanks for mentioning this, Unfortunately I ran into this issue as well with 64bit systems. I was unable to find a resolve to this issue I always keep atleast one of my rigs on win xp for compatibility issues such as what you see here. Although if you can find out please let me know that way I can add it here to the post.
oxsolid said:
Hey verizon buddies,
I have a sprint touch, and the agps feature must not be working because i can only get a lock outside...
will your instructions work for sprint?
does sprint need specific different server settings?
thanks!!!
-Ox
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I myself dont waste my time with aGps because verizon blocks theses efforts when possible to force you to use there software.. Sprint does not do this I believe so technically you can make it work easliy you just need the settings I would refer this this post
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=425738
they cover aGps settings specifically. GoodLuck
Great Walk Through
I did this a couple of nights ago and am absolutely thrilled that I can now use my GPS. I have been searching for weeks, and this was great. I do have one problem though. My battery life seems to be horrible, anything you would suggest to maybe help with this. I also can't seem to keep activesync from opening back up. This site has helped me so much and Im sure it will do the same in the future.
Android was working perfectly ok with a 3G connection, but the new build isn't connecting. Any help? I didn't see anything in the FAQ.
I uninstalled the CAB from WinMo and deleted excess files off the microsd card.
Any idea on what's going on?
AVakil said:
Android was working perfectly ok with a 3G connection, but the new build isn't connecting. Any help? I didn't see anything in the FAQ.
I uninstalled the CAB from WinMo and deleted excess files off the microsd card.
Any idea on what's going on?
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Is the force cdma option enabled in your startup? This only applies if you are on a CDMA carrier, obviously.
Also, don't use MGJDroidUtil... it has been known to screw up the startup.txt, I thought they were updating it tho... Haven't heard anything about it so just stay away from it...
Thanks for the tip regarding not using the launcher. I have noticed that startup.txt getting corrupted.
The force CDMA is enabled in my startup. I am on Sprint.
same....
I have the same problem. Force CDMA is checked. The BLAZN and default releases were my first attempt at this when audio support was added. Both of those tested and worked as expected. So that's two of us so far.
BTW I told myself I'd donate once some great minds got audio working. Is it best to donate on the main page or to any other specific party?
lip008 said:
I have the same problem. Force CDMA is checked. The BLAZN and default releases were my first attempt at this when audio support was added. Both of those tested and worked as expected. So that's two of us so far.
BTW I told myself I'd donate once some great minds got audio working. Is it best to donate on the main page or to any other specific party?
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AVakil said:
Thanks for the tip regarding not using the launcher. I have noticed that startup.txt getting corrupted.
The force CDMA is enabled in my startup. I am on Sprint.
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To both of you... you may want to format & start over. lip008, you said "force cdma is checked" - that sounds like you're using MGJDroidUtil, because the startup.txt is a text file... you have to make sure the force cdma command is in the cmdline section.
Oh and for donations, I'd say the general XDAndroid Donation page is sufficient
I'm on GSM (T-Mobile), and I had the same issue (not the BLAZN build, the regular one)
Ok, how about APN settings? sukru, others, have you checked those?
Honestly I haven't had to add the APN manually for several builds, but maybe there's a regression in the new build.
As always, make sure your rootfs, zImage/modules are up to date.
Heres the solution if you are on sprint
Boot into windows mobile and connect to pc so you can access the files in the andboot folder on your sd card. .
or (the purpose of this is so you can edit your STARTUP.TXT using notepad)
You can take out your SD CARD and put it in a card reader and do this too.. as long as you are in windows mobile..
DO NOT DO THIS IN ANDROID..
Once you get access to the SD CARD files.. go into the ANDBOOT folder..
locate STARTUP.TXT and edit it with notepad
locate the long line of commands that starts with "Set cmdline"....
read the entire line and somewhere in the middle you will find a part that says..
force_cdma=0 (remove this part only)
and make sure you have this at the end.... htc_hw.force_cdma=1
NEXT: SAVE YOUR FILE.. AND HERES THE IMPORTANT PART..
***** BOOT WITH HARET.EXE***** NOT WITH THE MGJDroidUtil program...
THIS WORKED FOR ME.. and if any of the mods here want to add to this.. please feel free to clarify..
In lamens terms... On cdma network sprint only
THERE IS A CORRUPT ENTRY IN THE STARTUP.TXT that needs to be removed..
EDIT this entry using notepad while not booted up in android.
the entry needs to be removed mentioned above..
DO NOT USE: MGJDroidUtil to start android.. USE FILE EXPLORER.. AND start
HARET.EXE..
hope this helps..
MINE READS AS FOLLOWS:
set cmdline "lcd.density=240 msmts_calib=0x9f.0x39a.0x35c.0x78 7x00.a11=500 msmvkeyb_toggle=off pmem.extra=1 gsensor_axis=2,1,3 pm.sleep_mode=2 acpuclock.oc_freq_khz=716800 rel_path=andboot hw3d.force=1 physkeyboard=rhod400 htc_hw.force_cdma=1 "
lancevs, I appreciate then enthusiasm, but I don't think that would have any effect on GSM guys.
However, using MGJDroidUtil can still screw up anybody's startup.txt, regardless of the type of phone/radio... so he is correct in that fact:
DON'T USE MGJDROIDUTIL.EXE!!!!
Edit - didn't even think about it but sukru - do you have this force_cdma statement set to 1? For us CDMA guys it's required, but it probably will break you GSM guys if it is enabled... So check that out.
Yes for clarification
MY POST SAYS " FOR SPRINT USERS ONLY" at the TITLE...
GSM users, this does not apply..
I am on sprint and spent a good part of yesterday trying to figure out why i had no service.. I am on SPRINT which is a CDMA network..
arrrghhh said:
lancevs, I appreciate then enthusiasm, but I don't think that would have any effect on GSM guys.
However, using MGJDroidUtil can still screw up anybody's startup.txt, regardless of the type of phone/radio... so he is correct in that fact:
DON'T USE MGJDROIDUTIL.EXE!!!!
Edit - didn't even think about it but sukru - do you have this force_cdma statement set to 1? For us CDMA guys it's required, but it probably will break you GSM guys if it is enabled... So check that out.
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Will check again tonight. Android was getting better each time, then it suddenly went down for me.
Hey guys. I had been running an early August (pre sound) release of Blazn, and everything had been fine. Today I decided to upgrade to get sound and 3D support, and every time I boot into Android it shows no signal, and shows I'm in airplane mode, and it will not let me turn the radio on.
I'm using a Sprint TP2, and I followed the instructions for earlier in the thread, but still no go.
Here's the line from my config file:
Code:
lcd.density=240 msmts_calib=0x9f.0x39a.0x35c.0x78 msmvkeyb_toggle=off pmem.extra=1 gsensor_axis=2,1,3 pm.sleep_mode=2 acpuclock.oc_freq_khz=716800 hw3d.force=1 physkeyboard=rhod400 htc_hw.force_cdma=1
Is there something wrong in it? I am launching Haret directly from TotalCommander File Explorer. Same problem if I use the config/startup utility.
Also, to install the latest version, I deleted the andboot and android folders on my SD card, then installed via cab.
That line looks correct, perhaps you should post your entire startup.txt.
Or just start with a clean build - wipe everything Android related and do a fresh install. The new startup utility is pretty slick, just be sure you check force cdma in the advanced section.
Seems to be random. About 30% of the time it will work, the other 70% of the time "no service" and no way to turn on the radio.
shawndoc said:
Seems to be random. About 30% of the time it will work, the other 70% of the time "no service" and no way to turn on the radio.
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Well, perhaps you shouldn't use the update utility at all. It has been updated so it shouldn't corrupt the startup.txt, but I had issues with it... so personally I prefer to just use haret & modify the startup.txt manually.
I am launching Haret directly, see OG post.
shawndoc said:
I am launching Haret directly, see OG post.
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Start with a clean build. Don't touch the startup utility, because you said you had previously. It's been known to corrupt the startup.txt, even these new builds I had my startup.txt go to 0 bytes.
hi I am having the same problems cant get android to connect with sprint on the tp2. I am no expert but have become very good at using windows mobile as a user not a developer so all i know is i downloaded a cab file that was haret version 9 28 it came with a little icon labeled android project when i launch it i get to a screen that lets me make some advanced setting and check for updates before and choose my phone model. It says aka sovereinty at the bottom. I have tried to boot without forcing cdma and it does not connect and when i choose force cdma it seems likes its kinda connecting but keeps getting a error message and then i force close and it automatically tries again. If i boot wiithout force cdma the i can connect via wifi but that works but seems to also disconnect after a few minutes, though that is not my concern for now. I tried with the sim and without. and have updated twice so i am know on 10 4. anybody that get help would be appreciated. I love my tp2 with windows mobile but am curuios to play with android being that sprint wont let me unless i change my plan and make me pay double. not interested because my tp2 works great now and has everything i need.
thanks
Hey all,
I own an unlocked ATT Tilt 1 (Kaiser 8925). It is currently running windows mobile which is extremely slow. I have read all over the internet that you can put the Android 2.2 OS on this phone and have seen youtube videos on this topic also.
Ideally I need to be able to buy apps from the android marketplace.
Since I'm not a phone hacker I'd like to find a professional cel phone service company that can do this for me.
I searched extensively on Google and can't seem to find one. So who can do this and what is the normal charge for something like this.
Just trying make my old phone useful in wifi mode.
Any advice would be great.
Regards Henry
I don't think there is a company that provides such a service especially if we take in to account that kaiser/tilt is a 3 year old device and the android port is not official. There are plenty of topics in the forum describing how to replace winmo with Android. You don't have to be a hacker to run Android on your phone. Just read the stickies and you wil be able to flash ityourself in no time
There are phone dealers out there (in the USA anyway), that will do this for a fee on the Kaiser, but trust me, with what has gone into the development of this, almost anyone can do it. Save yourself the money and try it yourself. The worst I've heard about is a mis-flashed phone needing some master reset.
The question is who?
I live here in the Orlando area and have called a number of cel phone companies.
I was treated like King Gidorah Three Headed Space Monster. They didn't have a clue this could be done.
Henrykjr said:
I live here in the Orlando area and have called a number of cel phone companies.
I was treated like King Gidorah Three Headed Space Monster. They didn't have a clue this could be done.
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Listen HenrykJR there are about dozens of android builds on this forum + many different versions of two kernels, not all of those will work correctly for you. You might experience different issues with one setup but the other will work correctly for you. So even if there was a company that could flash it for you, you might end up with an unstable device. Also how could a company gain knowledge on flashing android builds to a phone that was originally shipped with windows mobile??? You seem to be looking for Nessy....in woods.
Your best bet now is to find someone in the forums to help you flash your device....maybe even use skype to show you how to do it. It really isn't that hard.
Hehe, i don´t think you´ll find a Company that will do it for you. Maybe you find some guys that do it for Money (me to ). But if you spend a little time with reading through this forum you could do it yourself and save the money.
Preparing:
1.) You need a SD card (mandatory for android on Kaiser). And you need a Google Mail Account for syncing your contacts etc. and access the android market.
2.) You have to "unlock" your Phone (with HSPL/HardSPL). Only after that you are able to flash things (Cusom WinMo ROMs, Radio, Android) to your Kaiser. So read through this guide and follow step 1-4.
3.) Now you have an unlocked phone an you should be able to flash everything. And the first thing you flash should be the latest "radio". The "radio" for Kaiser is similar to the BIOS for your PC. Like the subsystem and responsible for GSM chipset etc... So look & read in this Radio-Thread, download the latest Radio (it is 1.71.09.01) an follow the guide "Flashing Radio from microSD"
4.) Now your Phone is up-to-date and ready for flashing Android (or WinMo custom roms). YOU NEVER HAVE TO DO THE STEPS 1-3 AGAIN! Your Phone is now completely prepared!
Flashing Android:
For Android on Kaiser you always need 2 Parts. The Kernel (this part initialize the hardware so its similar to "driver" on PC) and the Built (the Android OS itself). But Both should work together so you´ll may find in some kernel suggestions in Built-threads because not ever kernel work with every built. For your beginning i whould suggest you some things:
First the kernel:
DZO is the most popular (the father of android on Kaiser) Kernel-Developer for Kaiser. So go to his repository and download "voguimg-240x320-2.6.32-froyo-09-10-10_23.nbh". Because Vouge and kaiser have almost the same hardware we all could use this kernel. But everyone have to modify this kernel to make phone related optimizations. You can do thy by hand (not recommended for you) or with a tool called "Atools". This tool is writthen in "Python" so mac and linux user could use it too. But you need to install Python. But that is all described in the Atools thread. Read through it and follow the guide.
Modifing Kernel:
We will only modify the madatory things. Not more at the moment...
So run Atools, klick on the "folder" Button and load the "voguimg-240x320-2.6.32-froyo-09-10-10_23.nbh".
Device: "Kaiser" should be checked
Resolution: 240x320 should be checked (native resolution of Kaiser display). Everything else will give blurry optic.
Version: "Froyo" should be checked, because we will flash a Froyo built (thats android 2.2). If you want to flash an older built like a Donut one (1.6) you have to modify & flash your kernel again.
Panel Type: Try "auto" or "1" first. But if you have a fuzzy screen or artifacts you have to try out which paneltype fits best for your device. HTC has built in 3 different displays in the Kaiser and the only way to find out which one is builtin is trial & error.
Keymap: Depends on which hardware keyboard layout you have. Here in Germeny i have to use "qwertz".
We leave the other options as they are an klick on the "Disk" button to save our modificated kernel now. it save it as "KAISIMG.nbh".
Now we need the Built:
I suggest "Fat Free Froyo" at the moment. Fast, stable, an looks good. So go to this thread and download "ODEX DOWNLOAD RLS5 ALL LANG-ODEX" on the bottom of the post.
then unzip/unrar this file...
Flashing your first Android:
1.) You should have a fat32 formatted SD card
2.) put the Kernel (the modified KAISIMG.nbh) to the root of SD card
3.) Create a folder named "andboot" on SD card
4.) Put the unzipped file (androidinstall.tar or .tgz) in the folder "andboot"
5.) Remove SIMcard and any cables from phone and put the SD card in your phone. Battery should be 50% carged or more...
6.) go to bootloader-mode (press and hold camera button and powerbutton). the KAISIMG should be loaded and it will show you "press powerbutton to update" or something similar. Do that... Now a progressbar will appear. When it is at 100% wait a few seconds an then pull the battery. Wait 10 seconds an insert it again. Voila! You flashed your first android kernel!
7.) Now we have to install android itself. So Power on the phone. In the moment when you see small white text on black background you have to press and hold the d-pad button. This one in the middle. Now you get in the install menu.
8.) Leave the options "System on nand" and "DATA on nand" as it is. Navigate to "install system" an press dpad. It ask "format system" and "format data". Both "YES". after this procedure you enter the menu again. navigate to "quit".
9.) Yeah! The first Bootup of Android! The first bootup takes longer as the following ones because now the system prepares for bootup and do a lot of optimisations. Even if you enter the lockscreen you should give it 10 minutes time to finish this optimization process in backround.
10.) Finish! You have flashed your first android completely! Now you can play around and make your settings. Remember: You have to sign in to your google account befor you can access the market or syncronize your contacts etc.!
Sounds more complicated as it is. Try it!
And if you´ll dig in deeper in this stuff you have to read here! Especially the Stickies/Refs/Tutorials! We´ve all done that!
have fun!
Henrykjr said:
Hey all,
I own an unlocked ATT Tilt 1 (Kaiser 8925). It is currently running windows mobile which is extremely slow. I have read all over the internet that you can put the Android 2.2 OS on this phone and have seen youtube videos on this topic also.
Ideally I need to be able to buy apps from the android marketplace.
Since I'm not a phone hacker I'd like to find a professional cel phone service company that can do this for me.
I searched extensively on Google and can't seem to find one. So who can do this and what is the normal charge for something like this.
Just trying make my old phone useful in wifi mode.
Any advice would be great.
Regards Henry
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Brother, You can do it yourself, I can assure you. Regarding any ambiguity, you can contact me through PM. (I can guide you complete on voice over skype / msn). Its a TIDEOUS job but EASY to do since there is no MEANS OF BRICKING your kaiser (unless you flash something else than what u have do to install android).
I am here to help you in this community. And you can do this thing yourself.
Your device is At&t Tilt. The bad thing about installing android is getting a RIGHT kernel that suits your LCD type and enables wifi in the android build u install. (maybe in 1st try, maybe takes almost 10 tries like it happened for me)
Yes, I have looked at the similar threads
Have a desire cdma, like golf c, Got it all S-offed rooted cleared (almost?) all the crap out running corey's GB rom everything works great
Phone changed over to PPC, can make calls, get texts -- but
NO DATA, no GPS, no MMS...
Tried all the first suggested fixes -- loaded "Go-SMS" etc, it appears it's like a linux write permission thing somehow or other isn't allowing the PPC APN settings to take effect?
And if I am PAYING pageplus, and I can make and take calls and texts with pageplus,
Why does the carrier thingy in the phone say "US Cellular"?
I've got SU, hex editor, AND A WHOLE DEBIAN MACHINE for gods sake -
there IS a way to open a terminal and run a script --
but how to do it on itsy phone without a damn keyboard please?
I've seen this issue on people "flashing" phones to cricket, and downloaded a file looks like a fastboot zip file, I could moditfy that for the verizon settings that pageplus uses?
Moderator, please move this to the thread that will find an answer for me? thank you
Sincerely
virginwidow:cyclops:
virginwidow said:
Yes, I have looked at the similar threads
Have a desire cdma, like golf c, Got it all S-offed rooted cleared (almost?) all the crap out running corey's GB rom everything works great
Phone changed over to PPC, can make calls, get texts -- but
NO DATA, no GPS, no MMS...
Tried all the first suggested fixes -- loaded "Go-SMS" etc, it appears it's like a linux write permission thing somehow or other isn't allowing the PPC APN settings to take effect?
And if I am PAYING pageplus, and I can make and take calls and texts with pageplus,
Why does the carrier thingy in the phone say "US Cellular"?
I've got SU, hex editor, AND A WHOLE DEBIAN MACHINE for gods sake -
there IS a way to open a terminal and run a script --
but how to do it on itsy phone without a damn keyboard please?
I've seen this issue on people "flashing" phones to cricket, and downloaded a file looks like a fastboot zip file, I could moditfy that for the verizon settings that pageplus uses?
Moderator, please move this to the thread that will find an answer for me? thank you
Sincerely
virginwidow:cyclops:
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BUMP!!!!! Jeez louize, can't nobody tell me what wrong with it, how to fix PLEASE???
Hey,
I've got a friend that has a s8500, the screen broke and i changed it. By the time i gave it back to him he had forgotten the Phone Securty code he had setup. The only thing i want is a way to recover the data before the reset.
Is there any way to achieve that? Or is there any way to reset/get the code ? I've been looking into the FLOCK thread but im afraid it will lose the data after the flash.
We also contacted Samsung and they said the only way to reset that code is with a hard reset which will make the data being lost.
Can i in recovery/download mode get the data? The most important thing is the contacts/photos.
Thanks in advance.
w1ckedz said:
Hey,
I've got a friend that has a s8500, the screen broke and i changed it. By the time i gave it back to him he had forgotten the Phone Securty code he had setup. The only thing i want is a way to recover the data before the reset.
Is there any way to achieve that? Or is there any way to reset/get the code ? I've been looking into the FLOCK thread but im afraid it will lose the data after the flash.
We also contacted Samsung and they said the only way to reset that code is with a hard reset which will make the data being lost.
Can i in recovery/download mode get the data? The most important thing is the contacts/photos.
Thanks in advance.
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No idea about the FLOCK thing, i think it's to unlock SIM-LOCK or freeze and not the phone.
The photo are recoverable with android, not sure about the contact (i don't know where they are stored in bada).
In short, you need to boot an android recovery (see the android dev on bada section, i can also provide more detailled instructions), mount bada user partition and then copy paste what's inside on SDcard.
It need an sdcard, a SD fota, multiloader an android kernel and adb (android debug bridge, free software anywhere on the net).
No data will be lost if you do it (if you are on bada 2, else i don't know, and phone will still be locked).
BenzoX said:
No idea about the FLOCK thing, i think it's to unlock SIM-LOCK or freeze and not the phone.
The photo are recoverable with android, not sure about the contact (i don't know where they are stored in bada).
In short, you need to boot an android recovery (see the android dev on bada section, i can also provide more detailled instructions), mount bada user partition and then copy paste what's inside on SDcard.
It need an sdcard, a SD fota, multiloader an android kernel and adb (android debug bridge, free software anywhere on the net).
No data will be lost if you do it (if you are on bada 2, else i don't know, and phone will still be locked).
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Thank you, i had forgotten that i could just boot a costum recovery. Need to do some research on the contacts location tho since it's really the most important data i need to recover. Thank you again.