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[Q] .62 to .42 flashing

I have an Xperia Arc S
where can i find a tutorial on how to downgrade from 62 to 42?
I've already unlocked the boot loader.
I've installed the latest Flash Tools 7
I have the file Xperia Arc (LT18i)_4.0.2.A.0.42_CE and it's in the right folder under c:\Flash tools7 \ Firmware
I get something like this
27/015/2012 21:15:49 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
27/015/2012 21:15:52 - INFO - Device disconnected
27/027/2012 21:27:21 - INFO - Launching Fastboot Toolbox 1.0 by DooMLoRD
27/027/2012 21:27:21 - INFO - Device Status: NOT FOUND
27/027/2012 21:27:38 - INFO - Finished Fastboot Toolbox
27/028/2012 21:28:19 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
27/028/2012 21:28:26 - INFO - Selected Xperia Arc (LT18i)_4.0.2.A.0.42_CE.ftf
27/028/2012 21:28:26 - INFO - Preparing files for flashing
27/028/2012 21:28:43 - INFO - Please connect your device into flashmode.
27/028/2012 21:28:43 - INFO - Opening device for R/W
27/028/2012 21:28:43 - INFO - Reading device information
27/028/2012 21:28:43 - INFO - Start Flashing
27/028/2012 21:28:43 - INFO - Flashing loader
27/028/2012 21:28:44 - INFO - Ending flash session
27/028/2012 21:28:44 - ERROR -
27/028/2012 21:28:44 - ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
27/028/2012 21:28:44 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
27/028/2012 21:28:59 - INFO - Device disconnected
please help
I want to root my ARC S

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inconnu29 said:
I have an Xperia Arc S
where can i find a tutorial on how to downgrade from 62 to 42?
I've already unlocked the boot loader.
I've installed the latest Flash Tools 7
I have the file Xperia Arc (LT18i)_4.0.2.A.0.42_CE and it's in the right folder under c:\Flash tools7 \ Firmware
I get something like this
27/015/2012 21:15:49 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
27/015/2012 21:15:52 - INFO - Device disconnected
27/027/2012 21:27:21 - INFO - Launching Fastboot Toolbox 1.0 by DooMLoRD
27/027/2012 21:27:21 - INFO - Device Status: NOT FOUND
27/027/2012 21:27:38 - INFO - Finished Fastboot Toolbox
27/028/2012 21:28:19 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
27/028/2012 21:28:26 - INFO - Selected Xperia Arc (LT18i)_4.0.2.A.0.42_CE.ftf
27/028/2012 21:28:26 - INFO - Preparing files for flashing
27/028/2012 21:28:43 - INFO - Please connect your device into flashmode.
27/028/2012 21:28:43 - INFO - Opening device for R/W
27/028/2012 21:28:43 - INFO - Reading device information
27/028/2012 21:28:43 - INFO - Start Flashing
27/028/2012 21:28:43 - INFO - Flashing loader
27/028/2012 21:28:44 - INFO - Ending flash session
27/028/2012 21:28:44 - ERROR -
27/028/2012 21:28:44 - ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
27/028/2012 21:28:44 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
27/028/2012 21:28:59 - INFO - Device disconnected
please help
I want to root my ARC S
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i too want same thing for my arc no s

inconnu29 said:
I have an Xperia Arc S
where can i find a tutorial on how to downgrade from 62 to 42?
I've already unlocked the boot loader.
I've installed the latest Flash Tools 7
I have the file Xperia Arc (LT18i)_4.0.2.A.0.42_CE and it's in the right folder under c:\Flash tools7 \ Firmware
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If u have an unlocked bootloader , i think you can root .62. No need of downgrading it. Search for the method.

Rajhans said:
If u have an unlocked bootloader , i think you can root .62. No need of downgrading it. Search for the method.
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Just boot recoveryARC.IMG with fastboot (DON'T FLASH IT, JUST BOOT). Then flash latest superuser.zip from sdcard.
While searching for files read something more about process.
If more help needed or files needed pm me and I can help from Wednesday on.
Sent from my LT18i using Tapatalk 2

i have also flashed this firmware.. but i am not getting those errors ..flashtool 0.7.0.0 flashed for me correctly.. just connect device properly in flash mode and check no final verification check box..:

[Q] noob problem with flashtool

Hello,
i try today for first time to flash my xperia arc. I have unlocked bootloader (by Alejandrissimo), rooted and all the drivers installed and flashtool recognizes my phone.
I flash .62 firmware for my first try and it's flashed ok but then i turn on the phone and it still is in the same .42 firmware and i don't understand nothing.
I paste the flashtool log :
28/018/2012 12:18:53 - INFO - <- This level is successfully initialized
28/018/2012 12:18:53 - INFO - Flashtool Version 0.8.0.0 built on 2012-05-27 21:57:12
28/018/2012 12:18:53 - INFO - You can drag and drop ftf files here to start flashing them
28/018/2012 12:18:58 - INFO - Device disconnected
28/019/2012 12:19:58 - INFO - Selected XperiaArc_4.0.2.A.0.62_LT15.ftf
28/019/2012 12:19:58 - INFO - Preparing files for flashing
28/019/2012 12:19:59 - INFO - Please connect your device into flashmode.
28/021/2012 12:21:26 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
28/021/2012 12:21:26 - INFO - Opening device for R/W
28/021/2012 12:21:26 - INFO - Reading device information
28/021/2012 12:21:26 - INFO - Phone ready for flashmode operations.
28/021/2012 12:21:27 - INFO - Start Flashing
28/021/2012 12:21:27 - INFO - Flashing loader
28/021/2012 12:21:29 - INFO - Loader : S1_Loader_Root_773f - Version : R4A066 / Bootloader status : ROOTED
28/021/2012 12:21:29 - WARN - This file is ignored : simlock.ta
28/021/2012 12:21:29 - INFO - Flashing fota0.sin
28/021/2012 12:21:30 - INFO - Flashing fota1.sin
28/021/2012 12:21:30 - INFO - Flashing adsp.sin
28/021/2012 12:21:33 - INFO - Flashing amss.sin
28/021/2012 12:21:43 - INFO - Flashing amss_fs_anzu.sin
28/021/2012 12:21:43 - INFO - Flashing vendor.sin
28/021/2012 12:21:43 - INFO - Flashing cache.sin
28/021/2012 12:21:44 - INFO - Ending flash session
28/021/2012 12:21:44 - INFO - Flashing finished.
28/021/2012 12:21:44 - INFO - Please wait. Phone will reboot
28/021/2012 12:21:44 - INFO - For flashtool, Unknown Sources and Debugging must be checked in phone settings
28/021/2012 12:21:44 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
28/024/2012 12:24:32 - INFO - Device disconnected
28/029/2012 12:29:26 - INFO - Device connected with USB debugging off
28/029/2012 12:29:26 - INFO - For 2011 devices line, be sure you are not in MTP mode
28/029/2012 12:29:27 - INFO - Device connected with USB debugging on
28/029/2012 12:29:28 - INFO - Connected device : LT15
28/029/2012 12:29:28 - INFO - Installed version of busybox : BusyBox v1.18.4 (2011-04-04 18:40:20 CDT) multi-call binary.
28/029/2012 12:29:28 - INFO - Android version : 2.3.4 / kernel version : 2.6.32.9-perf
28/029/2012 12:29:33 - INFO - Root Access Allowed
I don't know what's the matter and i need help for us.
Someone see the solution?
thanks and sorry by my english.

Pls ensure u hv install ur phone model adb driver and flashmode driver into ur pc.
U can find the exe file in c drive, driver folder under flashtool folder, execute the exe file, install the necessary driver.
U can search topic "baseband 70" in this section to find the solution, c whether is it help u....
Sent from my LT18i using xda premium

Thanks for reply. I already install the drivers of C:\Flashtool\drivers and the program recognizes phone. Its necessary install baseband 70?, i have it too but i think it's only for ICS and i try install generic GB .42 or .62 first.
edit: i flash another generic ftf image 250 mb aprox and now i can flash the phone.
Thanks.

Brick recovery

Hello all, I am requesting help with my Xperia Play.
It was not working smoothly, so I decided to install a custom ROM. I installed the ICS beta and then attempted to install xDark ICS but it has failed.
Pretty sure its R800i, bought unlocked in the UK
I cannot see anything on screen when I turn the device on
When the power button is pressed it vibrates slightly
I can put it in recovery mode (Holding Back and plugging USB) -light appears green
I can put it in fastboot mode (Holding Search and plugging USB) -light appears blue
When I try to flash any .ftf files with Flashtool it either comes up with an error or stays on "retrieving device information"
I cannot work out how to repair with PC Companion
When I select the .ftf file, no files appear in the firmware content. (I have tried various firmware files but any more would be appreciated)
My flash tool logs: When selecting firmware or dragging firmware
22/001/2012 22:01:27 - INFO - <- This level is successfully initialized
22/001/2012 22:01:27 - INFO - Flashtool Version 0.9.0.0 built on 2012-07-19 22:57:15
22/001/2012 22:01:27 - INFO - You can drag and drop ftf files here to start flashing them
22/001/2012 22:01:33 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
22/001/2012 22:01:33 - INFO - Selected R800i_4.0.2.A.0.42_Generic_UK.ftf
22/001/2012 22:01:33 - INFO - Flash canceled
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22/004/2012 22:04:45 - INFO - Selected R800i_4.0.2.A.0.42_Generic_UK.ftf
22/004/2012 22:04:45 - INFO - Preparing files for flashing
22/004/2012 22:04:45 - INFO - Please connect your device into flashmode.
22/004/2012 22:04:45 - INFO - Opening device for R/W
22/004/2012 22:04:45 - INFO - Reading device information
22/005/2012 22:05:01 - INFO - Start Flashing
22/005/2012 22:05:01 - INFO - Flashing loader
22/005/2012 22:05:01 - INFO - Ending flash session
22/005/2012 22:05:01 - ERROR -
22/005/2012 22:05:01 - ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
22/005/2012 22:05:01 - INFO - Device disconnected
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This sometimes appears
22/010/2012 22:10:03 - INFO - Selected R800i_4.0.2.A.0.42_Generic_UK.ftf
22/010/2012 22:10:03 - INFO - Preparing files for flashing
22/010/2012 22:10:03 - INFO - Please connect your device into flashmode.
22/010/2012 22:10:04 - INFO - Opening device for R/W
22/010/2012 22:10:04 - INFO - Reading device information
22/010/2012 22:10:04 - INFO - Phone ready for flashmode operations.
22/010/2012 22:10:04 - INFO - Start Flashing
22/010/2012 22:10:04 - INFO - Flashing loader
22/010/2012 22:10:04 - INFO - Ending flash session
22/010/2012 22:10:04 - ERROR - ERR_SEVERITY="MAJOR";ERR_CLASS="SECURITY_CLASS";ERR_DYNAMIC="SIN header verification failed"
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I'm not interested in what I did wrong I just want my phone functionality back.
I want the stock rom back on my phone. Thanks!

Do you know how to flash roms with flash tools?
Sure that your phon has unlock bootloader? (if don't, follow this http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/instructions)
The same problem happened to me... I learn how to unlock bootloader and install roms with flashtools... now I'm running CM9 RC2...
If you know how to flsh see post #5 of this thread...http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=28977879#post28977879
if you don´t, Tell me!
cheers :good:

Alejandroch said:
Do you know how to flash roms with flash tools?
Sure that your phon has unlock bootloader? (if don't, follow this http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/instructions)
The same problem happened to me... I learn how to unlock bootloader and install roms with flashtools... now I'm running CM9 RC2...
If you know how to flsh see post #5 of this thread...http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=28977879#post28977879
if you don´t, Tell me!
cheers :good:
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Yeah I know how but I cant access the recovery menu.
Anyway, I resolved the issue by flashing the latest stock (.62) .ftf file from here and it seemed to work. Thanks

[Q] Help!

hey guys, everytime i try to flash the doomlord kernel i always get this message can anyody explain this too me as i am a n00b. Thanks
28/001/2012 03:01:34 - INFO - <- This level is successfully initialized
28/001/2012 03:01:34 - INFO - Flashtool Version 0.9.1.0 built on 2012-08-30 22:18:07
28/001/2012 03:01:34 - INFO - You can drag and drop ftf files here to start flashing them
28/001/2012 03:01:39 - INFO - Device connected with USB debugging on
28/001/2012 03:01:39 - INFO - Connected device : LT15
28/001/2012 03:01:39 - INFO - Installed version of busybox : BusyBox v1.18.5 (2011-07-18 07:43:28 PDT) multi-call binary.
28/001/2012 03:01:39 - INFO - Android version : 4.0.4 / kernel version : 2.6.32.9-perf
28/002/2012 03:02:56 - INFO - Selected LT18i_4.1.A.0.562_CUSTOMIZED-UK.ftf
28/002/2012 03:02:56 - INFO - Preparing files for flashing
28/003/2012 03:03:05 - INFO - Please connect your device into flashmode.
28/003/2012 03:03:20 - INFO - Device disconnected
28/003/2012 03:03:50 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
28/003/2012 03:03:51 - INFO - Opening device for R/W
28/003/2012 03:03:51 - INFO - Start Flashing
28/003/2012 03:03:51 - INFO - Processing loader
28/003/2012 03:03:51 - INFO - Checking header
28/003/2012 03:03:51 - INFO - Ending flash session
28/003/2012 03:03:51 - ERROR -
28/003/2012 03:03:51 - ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
28/003/2012 03:03:51 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
and please explain it to me like a two year old.

Hold On!!! :laugh: Are you using flash tool to flash boot.img(I think it's not possibile)?? You have to use FastBoot! I remeber you the procedure... Take the kernel put it in c:/program files/android /android /plaform-tools Then open PROMPT and go to the path i wrote first...Then use comand FASTBOOT.EXE FLASH BOOT BOOT_NAME.IMG

but i cant get into fastboot mode and im not rooted

bootysweat2k11 said:
but i cant get into fastboot mode and im not rooted
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you don't need root to go in fastboot mode ...maybe just unloaked bootloader ! Try this procedure if you have unlocked bootloader

[Q] Flash tool error

Hi ererybody. unlocked bootloader
I am trying to install factory firmware on my xperia pro (.tft file) with flashtool.
but I am facing following error:
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21/056/2013 19:56:43 - INFO - <- This level is successfully initialized
21/056/2013 19:56:43 - INFO - Flashtool Version 0.9.10.1 built on 2013-01-09 19:49:47
21/056/2013 19:56:43 - INFO - You can drag and drop ftf files here to start flashing them
21/056/2013 19:56:54 - INFO - Device disconnected
21/057/2013 19:57:09 - INFO - Selected MK16i_4.1.B.0.587_Central_Europe.ftf
21/057/2013 19:57:09 - INFO - Preparing files for flashing
21/057/2013 19:57:24 - INFO - Please connect your device into flashmode.
21/057/2013 19:57:30 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
21/057/2013 19:57:30 - INFO - Opening device for R/W
21/057/2013 19:57:31 - INFO - Reading device information
21/057/2013 19:57:31 - INFO - Phone ready for flashmode operations.
21/057/2013 19:57:31 - INFO - Current device : MK16i - CB5A1JMKDR - 1247-1061_R1I - 1243-7775_4.1.B.0.431 - WORLD-1-8_4.1.B.0.587
21/057/2013 19:57:31 - INFO - Start Flashing
21/057/2013 19:57:31 - INFO - Processing loader
21/057/2013 19:57:31 - INFO - Using an unofficial loader
21/057/2013 19:57:31 - INFO - Ending flash session
21/057/2013 19:57:31 - ERROR - C:\Flashtool\devices\MK16\loader_unlocked.sin (The system cannot find the file specified)
21/057/2013 19:57:31 - ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
21/057/2013 19:57:31 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
21/057/2013 19:57:33 - INFO - Device disconnected
21/057/2013 19:57:34 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
21/058/2013 19:58:15 - INFO - Device disconnected
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Unhappy [Q] Flash tool error
Hi seen this before flashtool is saying you need the loader_unlocked.sin file you need to google it download it and place in flashtool/devices/mk16 folder in windows.Then flash again

Its somewhat a common problem with a flashtool. Do as tallman43 said and if this wont help then try to install an older version.

Easy one. Had the same issue. A littlr search in xda helepd me out
Open yor flachtool install folder.
Go to devices folder
Find R800 folder
Copy the unlocked_loader inside, to your MK16 folder.
Enjoy.
Ps. This worked for my arc. Try at ya own risk, but it should work
Sent from my LT15i using birds.

i had this proplem before
I had this problem before in my arc s all I do is go to C>>flashtool>>Firmwares and delete the ftf file I want to flash then go back and but it in the firmware folder and try it ll flash :fingers-crossed:
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