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[Q] Going back to Stock ROM..Help

Hello guys,
Searched for this problem but couldn't get it in any threads...
I own a Xperia Arc-LT15i, rooted using Flashtool and bootloader unlocked.
Recently flashed CyanogenMod stable version...
Seems to be far better than the stock ROM but I find that some apps like 3D camera and International keyboard apps are missing...I really need those.
Did a search to install those apps from my nandroid backup to /system/app folder but that didn't work...
Tried using flashtool to install the apk files but even that failed...
So, I want to go back to my stock ROM(2.3.4- .42 firmware)...
When I try to flash ftf file thru flashtool, it didn't work and later I got to know that I ll have to install the KERNEL.SIN file first....But How TO INSTALL KERNEL.SIN file over my existing ROM?
Please gimme the instructions(if possible with images).
I tried to following the method given in http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1352830
but I got a error saying DRIVERS NEED TO BE INSTALLED FOR CONNECTED DEVICES(IMAGE ATTACHED)...I installed drivers using the exe file given in flashtool but didn't work.
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What mistake am i doing?
PLEASE HELP ME REG. THIS OR I WOULD BE HIGHLY SATISFIED IF I CAN INSTALL THOSE APK FILES IN CYANOGENMOD .
Thank you

Make sure you have the latest SE drivers installed on your machine.. No need to flash the .sin file. When u use .ftf file through Flashtool, it replaces the kernel alongwith the rom.. Install the latest drivers and try flashing it again..
All d best.

mandarjoshiin said:
Make sure you have the latest SE drivers installed on your machine.. No need to flash the .sin file. When u use .ftf file through Flashtool, it replaces the kernel alongwith the rom.. Install the latest drivers and try flashing it again..
All d best.
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Hey thank you
Will try that and let you know soon....

Hey mandarjoshiin,
Downloaded the latest SE drivers as u told, in fact had them before ..Updated them once again and tried out...
Still it hangs when I connect it in FLASHMODE...
and the same errors pop up....
Any other way out?

amulbaby said:
Hey mandarjoshiin,
Downloaded the latest SE drivers as u told, in fact had them before ..Updated them once again and tried out...
Still it hangs when I connect it in FLASHMODE...
and the same errors pop up....
Any other way out?
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try wotan server..using it you can flash stock rom..just google it

akshay13071990 said:
try wotan server..using it you can flash stock rom..just google it
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Tried WotanServer...As soon as I put my phone in flashmode, PC hangs...same is the case with flashtool and SEUS or PC companion...
I guess it should be the problem with drivers...but what could be the solution??
Should i try in some other PC/laptop?

Hey use Sony update service..connect your phone to that and update it will load .sin file..stock rom+kernal try it
Download. The update service app.i have it..but don't h have the link
Xperian using xda app

shyamjptpm said:
Hey use Sony update service..connect your phone to that and update it will load .sin file..stock rom+kernal try it
Download. The update service app.i have it..but don't h have the link
Xperian using xda app
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See my previous reply...PC hangs when i try to connect my phone in flashmode, no matter whatever software i use..have tried Wotan, Sony Update Service, PC Companion...
Any other method?
I read in some thread that it might be the problem with the drivers..but no body has told how to resolve..One option cud be to do the same in some other System...

Do this, go to the flashtool folder and install the drivers provided
The arc, fastboot, and adb ones
Download an ftf file and flash via flashtool
No kernel.sin needed
Just download the .42 firmware and flash it
Install the drivers tho !
Its in C:\Flashtool\drivers
reboot and then flash

HEY GUYS...
Figured out the problem....
It was reg. the drivers only...When you install CyanogenMod, you have to install S1 boot drivers and that messes up everything when you try to install any other driver next time...
I HAD TO FLASH THE .42 FTF FILE IN MY LAPTOP...So, clearly the problem was with the system and the drivers...
But I had downloaded ARC drivers from SE website and installed ..Dunno why still the problem was there...LEMME KNOW IF U FIND OUT...
Thanks for all your help...
I had thought it to be a problem with flashtool but turned out the other way...
Good day....

ICS Kernel for U.K. xperia arc s 4.1.L.0.8

Hi friend's i rooted my U.K. xperia arc s build no 4.1.L.0.8 by following post of members in this forum but their build no was different i flashed kernel as per their guide and rooted my phone but after flashing ics kernel an update occurs
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but in settings it shows build no 4.1.L.0.8 so someone plz share U.K LT18i xperia arc ics 4.1.L.0.8 kernel....
Thanks in advance...
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R: ICS Kernel for U.K. xperia arc s 4.1.L.0.8
..i like your systemui,could you please upload it?tnx
Inviato da me!

Here's a thread that has all sorts of info that might help -
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1653188
You can pick one of the ICS kernels - just need to read a bit on page one of each thread to see if the kernel works with a stock rom.
Enojy

Thanks
Sent from my LT18i using xda premium

Perfect guide for rooting U.K. Three Xperia Arc LT18i 4.1.L.0.8 only...
Rooting your mobile may void the warranty and you are doing it at your own risk. Sony would be in no way responsible for any damage...
Go to settings > Security > Mark "Unknown sources"
Settings > Developer options > Mark USB debugging
Settings > Xperia > connectivity > USB connection mode > select MSC mode
================================================== ==================================================
You should have
Flashtool
http://androxyde.github.com/Flashtool/
------Download------
1 ) Arc S - Kernel
http://www.4shared.com/file/qNTvdPI6/Lt18i_41A0562_Kernel.html
2) Go to C:/ Drive > flashtool > firmwares > delete everything present and Put the kernel
3) Run Flashtool click on the flashing icon ( left side below "file" option)
Select flashmode > ok
Setup should be like this > select OK
Follow the steps connect your mobile and flash.
Flashtool may show error after flashing kernel, no worries. Even your build number, android version won't change. Everything would remain same. So please don't go to phone settings to check anything
4) After flashing restart your device, It may not start completely, may remain at Sony logo or blank/black.
Whatever the status is, just restart your device and proceed with the rooting--->
( Make sure you close flashtool before running the rooting toolkit )
Now connect your mobile to PC and Root Your Phone
If you face problem in downloading the toolkit then here it is
http://www.mediafire.com/?7dp5k73by10inbf
[ READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY! ]
This script will:__________
1.root ur device using "andorid emulator" trick
2.install Busybox (1.18.4)
3.install SU files (ICS specific)
4.do some checks for free space, tmp directory (will remove Google Maps if required)
Before u begin:___________
1.make sure u have installed adb drivers for ur device
2.enable "USB DEBUGGING" - from (Menu\Settings\Developer Options\Development)
3.enable "UNKNOWN SOURCES" - from (Menu\Settings\Security)
4.[OPTIONAL] increase screen timeout to 10 minutes
5.connect USB cable to PHONE and then connect to PC
6.skip "PC Companion Software" prompt on device
[ WARNING ]
make sure that no other adb server is running in background (e.g.: Flashtool, PCC, SEUS) and disable any antivirus
[ How to install? ]
1.extract ALL the files in the zip
2.now just double click on "runme.bat"
3.sit back read the on screen instructions
4.the device will reboot a couple of times
5.when the script finishes it will say "ALL DONE"
5) Download 4.1.L.0.8 Kernel here....
http://www.4shared.com/zip/u6W3yREf/LT18i_41L08_Kernel.html
Credits goes to Androxyde, Bin4ry, Doomlord
and
Dhruv Shah for uploading 4.1.L.0.8 Kernel
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Xperia S : How To Recover Phone To Stock By Using Flashtool.

This is a beginners tutorial on how to revert back to STOCK firmware using Flashtool by @Androxyde
I'm sure there must have been many more tutorials on this, but this post is modified for simplicity with image for new users. ​
Has Your Mobile
Soft Brick
Not Responding After A Mistake In Flash
Only LED Shows Green/Red/Blue Light
Bootloops Troubling?
Make the phone as good as new.
Then this guide will help you to recover your phone back to STOCK.
Things You Need Before Returning To Stock
Flashtool
ftf file for your Xperia S
NOTE : DO NOT CONNECT THE PHONE AT THE START. ONLY CONNECT WHEN ASKED BY FLASHTOOL
Here is a stock rar file for Xperia S ---> http://depositfiles.com/files/xjty40tgk
[FIRMWARE][6.1.A.2.45] World Generic
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Now Lets Get Down To Business.
Flash it using latest version of Flashtool
1. Download the Firmware
2. Extract the .rar
3. Put the .ftf in <flashtool directory>/firmwares/
4. Run flashtool
5. Click flash or thunder icon
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6. Flash mode, Ok
7. Select from left panel the correct firmware --> Lt26i 6.1.A.2.45 SG Generic (Your ftf File in firmware folder)
8. Click Ok!
9. OK ... Wait for a connection pop-up
10. Do not follow the instruction there, Just Connect Xperia S holding volume down button
11. Wait for installation to complete (When no more loading and the log shows Reboot and enable android debugging)
12. Unplug device and reboot
13. Close flashtool.
That Should Bring You Back To Stock!
If after that if you really want to bring your phone back to factory comdition.
For Making the Phone As Good As New
RELOCK THE BOOTLOADER that should do the trick!
For Relocking Flash the Attached "Xperia S Relock File" Given below
In The Same Manner Following Every Step.
In Step 7 Select Relock Xperia S File
Flash!
And You Are Done!
Hit Thanks if it Helped You!

This is covered in Soft Brick recover thread......
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1849170

s-X-s said:
This is covered in Soft Brick recover thread......
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1849170
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Yes You Are Right!
But Any New User Will Not Like To Go Through Such A Long Process If HE/SHE is feeling helpless.
Again this is Modified for new users..
Giving them exactly what they want is top most priority.
Regards,
Dwarkesh Soren

My acro s become brick during relocking process...pls hlp me
it only shows "sony".

Ok I did fallow the directions. My ion does not respond to anything so first i removed the battery wire from motherboard for 5 minutes then I locked in on position volume - and connected it to pc with flashtool running with my firmware ready to flash. after few hours when I check it flasing tool command lanes have"Flashig finished, disconnect the device,for the flashing tool unknown sources and debugging must be check in,device connected in flash mode,device disconnected. Have only red led and pc companion does not recognize the phone . when disconnected from pc phone is dead nothing works. need help please:crying:.

me too
giri143 said:
My acro s become brick during relocking process...pls hlp me
it only shows "sony".
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my sl too, you on phone until out off battery.
next reflash tock rom for your phone.
you try
good luck!!!
p/s: sorry, limited English!

To say that this is for bricked phones is inaccurate. These are the steps to follow when you want to flash any ROM, for whatever reason,even if your phone is working flawlessly.

Reseting Sim-unlock counter???
Will this also reset the sim-unlock counter????

will this work if i am currently using:
Xperia S - LT26i
Android Version: 4.1.2
Baseband Version: 8660-AAABQOLYM-314010-28
Kernel Version: 3.0.55-FXP+ [email protected] #1
CyanogenMod Version: 10-20121221-UNOFFICIAL-nozomi

hello.yesterday i tried to restore my DRM keys and when it said to restart my phone i pressed yes.then if closed down and now it wont open.sometimes when i press the power button the bottom lights up but the screen remains black.and sometimes when i hold volume up or down i get a flashing green light.just once.no vibrations and nothing.i tried to flash back the firmware but still nothing.black screen.and all that after i restored the drm keys.i was on existenz 2.5 rom.please can you help me?and now i just see the bottom right corner of XS lighting up and then off and then light again....is it destroyed?

Huawei G510 - Solved - Cannot connect to the camera

This document shows how solve problem "cannot connect to the camera" after ROOT Huawei G510-0010 with B165 boot.img.
1 - Requeriments:
- Download Google adb-toolkit - http://www.adbtoolkit.com/
- Download boot.img, better if you use same version of your firmware (mine is B182)
You can find firmware version on Settings -> About Phone
http://www.toplinetec.com.br/pub/other/boot_g510_B182.zip
2 - Connection with PC
- Install ADB drivers for your device on PC.
- On device, disable Settings -> Fast Boot
- Turn off device, wait some seconds, turn on again pushing volume down and start button for 10 seconds and connect to USB.
- Unzip files to C:\, go Windows Prompt (CMD), and follow next commands:
- cd\adb-toolkit\bin\files
- fastboot devices (if return a code in next line, is because your device is connected)
- fastboot flash boot c:\boot.img
- fastboot reboot
The whole process should look something like this in your CMD:
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"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
References:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1752270
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2315932

Issue on Install Boot
Hi, thanks for your post.
i followed all steps, but, when i install the boot.img to my device it returns me this:
sending 'boot': OK
writing 'boot': Failed (remote: command not allowed)
Do you know, by chance, why is it failing?
Thank you very mutch.

re: Issue on Install Boot
MosKRt said:
Hi, thanks for your post.
i followed all steps, but, when i install the boot.img to my device it returns me this:
sending 'boot': OK
writing 'boot': Failed (remote: command not allowed)
Do you know, by chance, why is it failing?
Thank you very mutch.
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I don't know exactly, but did you ulnlock boot loader before ?
Is a good option to start.
Follow these steps:
1 - See entire model behind phone battery: G510- (0010, 0100 or 0200).
2 - Request unlock code for Huawei
huaweidevice.com/worldwide/servicePolicy.do?method=toApplyUnlock
If you phone is 0010, you'll need to find chinese site for this.
3 - Apply code
huaweidevice.com/worldwide/servicePolicy.do?method=getUnlockStep
PS: put www before links, because I can't post.

Solved
Hi again!
Yes you was right, the problem was that i didnt unlock the boot loader. I found some problems for do that.
The problem was that they don't have the 0010 model listed in their site and, a chinese site for ask it dosen't exists (I've gone crazy looking for it :crying: :crying
I had to send an email directly to Huawei support channel whit the mobile data (IMEI, S/N, model, ...). They answered me in 48h more or less with the unlock code.
And after that all was perfect. :highfive: :highfive:
shalonbr said:
I don't know exactly, but did you ulnlock boot loader before ?
Is a good option to start.
Follow these steps:
1 - See entire model behind phone battery: G510- (0010, 0100 or 0200).
2 - Request unlock code for Huawei
huaweidevice.com/worldwide/servicePolicy.do?method=toApplyUnlock
If you phone is 0010, you'll need to find chinese site for this.
3 - Apply code
huaweidevice.com/worldwide/servicePolicy.do?method=getUnlockStep
PS: put www before links, because I can't post.
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Link not working ...
cany anyone upload
..

[Q] HELP HELP Xperia S :(

in my xperia S Xperia > Connectivity>Install PC Companion
i installed all necessary Driver Still my Xperia S Not Detecting.
and there is no MTPapp in Apps>All
only MTP extension service 0.00B
PC Companion Installed,Media Go Installed
Tried on 2 OS Win7/8
same error on both: Unknown Device with yellow mark
even i installed Flashtool and installed FlashTool driver still not detecting
my Xperia S Details
NOT Rooted
JB 4.1.2
6.2.B.1.96
plz help
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"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
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Hello again bro
First of all uninstall all program having to do with adb drivers (PC Companion, SEUS, Flashtool..... )
And install flashtool again Download Official Page
Then go to C:/Flashtool/drivers/Flashtool-drivers.exe and execute them,
when you finish don't open flashtool.. connects your Sony Xperia S to the usb port
make sure USB Debugging turned off for install USB drivers when finish disconnect.
Turn on USB Debugging connect and the ADB Drivers should be installed.
PC Companion installs the drivers but it may take much and even days when it recognizes the device is a matter of connection and disconnection
but I flashtool to work very well.. good luck bro :fingers-crossed: :victory:
sorry for my poor english and if I help you press the thanks button

o0BECKER0o said:
Hello again bro
First of all uninstall all program having to do with adb drivers (PC Companion, SEUS, Flashtool..... )
And install flashtool again Download Official Page
Then go to C:/Flashtool/drivers/Flashtool-drivers.exe and execute them,
when you finish don't open flashtool.. connects your Sony Xperia S to the usb port
make sure USB Debugging turned off for install USB drivers when finish disconnect.
Turn on USB Debugging connect and the ADB Drivers should be installed.
PC Companion installs the drivers but it may take much and even days when it recognizes the device is a matter of connection and disconnection
but I flashtool to work very well.. good luck bro :fingers-crossed: :victory:
sorry for my poor english and if I help you press the thanks button
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still its says usb not recognised

mmmmmm usb or input your phone this may dirty or damaged...
Have you tried on another pc :fingers-crossed:

o0BECKER0o said:
mmmmmm usb or input your phone this may dirty or damaged...
Have you tried on another pc :fingers-crossed:
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yep i tried on 3 pc same error usb not recognised.. :crying: :crying: :crying: :crying:
my usb cable is working coz my brother is using that cable his phone is working fine.
:laugh::laugh:

mkarande786 said:
yep i tried on 3 pc same error usb not recognised.. :crying: :crying: :crying: :crying:
my usb cable is working coz my brother is using that cable his phone is working fine.
:laugh::laugh:
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sorry hear it, I'm not a developer or anything like that so I can not help much bro
sorry bro :crying:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1644730
Xperia Care
the last option that I give you is to try to remove it from "Devices and Printers" and plug it back or give it right there in "troubleshooting" and try... lots of luck bro :good: :fingers-crossed: :victory:
if i helped you please press the thanks button

o0BECKER0o said:
sorry hear it, I'm not a developer or anything like that so I can not help much bro
sorry bro :crying:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1644730
Xperia Care
the last option that I give you is to try to remove it from "Devices and Printers" and plug it back or give it right there in "troubleshooting" and try... lots of luck bro :good: :fingers-crossed: :victory:
if i helped you please press the thanks button
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Just as said
remove the device from devices and printers
and reinstall the drivers from flashtool folder only.
and then see.
and post here

Still not recognized why??
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