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Help need Acer BeTouch E100 new rom update

Hi All,
Wonder anyone could built new ROM for ACer E100? Original ROM was having problems, Comm Manager always error.
Regards,
Calvin Lee

calvinljh said:
Hi All,
Wonder anyone could built new ROM for ACer E100? Original ROM was having problems, Comm Manager always error.
Regards,
Calvin Lee
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You can use E101 Rom and soon will be updated
Edit: Try from this link http://hidemyass.com/files/xv4GF/ it is a 28008 build.
To flash just copy on Sdcard and rename it as flash.bin, during reset keep volume up pressed it start sd card update.

frrfba said:
You can use E101 Rom and soon will be updated
Edit: Try from this link http://hidemyass.com/files/xv4GF/ it is a 28008 build.
To flash just copy on Sdcard and rename it as flash.bin, during reset keep volume up pressed it start sd card update.
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Hi Frrfba, Thanks bro, wonder you have original file for me to download, as a backup. incase anything happend.

Yea we have.. go ahead and flash
calvinljh said:
Hi Frrfba, Thanks bro, wonder you have original file for me to download, as a backup. incase anything happend.
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hdubli said:
Yea we have.. go ahead and flash
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Hi Hdubli, can I have download link please,

http://hidemyass.com/files/xv4GF/ there you can download build 28008 for E100.
The flash for me was alright. Some notes though: the setup of Windows isn't working 100%, it seems to freeze at some point and a dropdownbox wasn't clearly shown. Also, the screen isn't used 100%: pixels at the side aren't used. Also, there seems to be a margin for the letters, as some letters at the edge (still in the active area though) seem to fall off.
edit: seems like something went wrong. I get the top bar showing the icons, but the yellow/orange Windows logo doesn't disappear. Have to do a hard reset I guess.
edit2: did a hard reset and this time I disconnected the phone from computer. Everything worked fine now, except that the outside pixels (about 5 on each side) are still not used. But the dropdownboxes all showed alright and it booted alright and installed extrom alright . Sry for the confusion, very good job on the ROM! Will test some more .

TheEvilVirus said:
http://hidemyass.com/files/xv4GF/ there you can download build 28008 for E100.
The flash for me was alright. Some notes though: the setup of Windows isn't working 100%, it seems to freeze at some point and a dropdownbox wasn't clearly shown. Also, the screen isn't used 100%: pixels at the side aren't used. Also, there seems to be a margin for the letters, as some letters at the edge (still in the active area though) seem to fall off.
edit: seems like something went wrong. I get the top bar showing the icons, but the yellow/orange Windows logo doesn't disappear. Have to do a hard reset I guess.
edit2: did a hard reset and this time I disconnected the phone from computer. Everything worked fine now, except that the outside pixels (about 5 on each side) are still not used. But the dropdownboxes all showed alright and it booted alright and installed extrom alright . Sry for the confusion, very good job on the ROM! Will test some more .
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To correctly have a good "start" after first rebbot, keep pda disconnetcted from everything.
After calibrate screen, extrom install all the cabs in the rom and after reboot it works good everything.
Keep in kind that the rom is tested (in italian) for 3 weeks withou any problems, let us know if need help.
ciao

Everything works fine for me too now. Thank you for the ROM, great job. Love the new build, it's much finger friendlier!

hdubli said:
Yea we have.. go ahead and flash
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bro, can upload original e100 rom ? pls help

Hmm there is a problem with ActiveSync: the device doesn't always want to connect. The computer says it is not connected, but the device says it is. After some time or after trying to disconnect, the device just freezes. Annoying .
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Man hate this. It's really the device, tried 3 computers and they all refuse the connection. They say connecting and then disconnected, while the device thinks it's connected. Really odd, as it worked flawlessly before! Did a clean install and still not working!

TheEvilVirus said:
Hmm there is a problem with ActiveSync: the device doesn't always want to connect. The computer says it is not connected, but the device says it is. After some time or after trying to disconnect, the device just freezes. Annoying .
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Man hate this. It's really the device, tried 3 computers and they all refuse the connection. They say connecting and then disconnected, while the device thinks it's connected. Really odd, as it worked flawlessly before! Did a clean install and still not working!
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Bro, this is bug issue, never flash your ROM before you ensure you get your original WWE ROM as default.....
Most importan part, no one is response when my first post, and "they" always told to "flash it, any problem is advise". <--- this part is very funny.

Not sure what you mean calvin, but anyway I reflashed with this custom ROM and it works again. No clue what changed, as a clean boot didn't help. But I'm happy again. And in case something happens, I still have the original ROM so not much risk for me.
edit: ooh no not again. After the first night, it was screwed again. Can't connect anymore :S. Hmm maybe I should go back to default then

TheEvilVirus said:
Not sure what you mean calvin, but anyway I reflashed with this custom ROM and it works again. No clue what changed, as a clean boot didn't help. But I'm happy again. And in case something happens, I still have the original ROM so not much risk for me.
edit: ooh no not again. After the first night, it was screwed again. Can't connect anymore :S. Hmm maybe I should go back to default then
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Are You using Xp, Vista or else?
Can You check if ActiveSYnc is disconnected when screen goes black (timeout on backlight)? Don't let that Windows Mobile adjust backlight but set it!
In my case never found this kind of problem, but I see in various forum that 6.5 build in some case goes with this problem, for example I got that situation with Vista and with original rom 21840 build.

Apologies for the slightly off topic post, but I don't suppose you guys know of any updated ROMs for the beTouch E200 do you? Would like to get an updated version of WM6.5 on this thing...

The problem is that the computer (tried both Vista and Windows 7) doesn’t connect, while the device says it is connected. Then nothing happens, except that the device freezes after some time or says that any program I want to run isn’t a valid PPC application :S. After a reset everything is fine again, except that I can’t use activesync. This both happens with USB and Bluetooth connection. The connection is also lost when I power off the phone manually. But that rarely happens: it always freezes before I even get to that point and then it doesn’t respond to anything.
Also, when I unplug the device before it freezes, I get an ARM error saying I need to go to some specific memory address or ARM will break. If I go to that address, the phone freezes with screen off, if I let the ARM break (what the...?!) it freezes with screen on .
I just flashed back to original ROM. The first sync is alright. If it stays alright, then definitely the custom ROM can be 'blamed'. If no further is heard, then everything is fine again with original ROM.

TheEvilVirus said:
The problem is that the computer (tried both Vista and Windows 7) doesn’t connect, while the device says it is connected. Then nothing happens, except that the device freezes after some time or says that any program I want to run isn’t a valid PPC application :S. After a reset everything is fine again, except that I can’t use activesync. This both happens with USB and Bluetooth connection. The connection is also lost when I power off the phone manually. But that rarely happens: it always freezes before I even get to that point and then it doesn’t respond to anything.
Also, when I unplug the device before it freezes, I get an ARM error saying I need to go to some specific memory address or ARM will break. If I go to that address, the phone freezes with screen off, if I let the ARM break (what the...?!) it freezes with screen on .
I just flashed back to original ROM. The first sync is alright. If it stays alright, then definitely the custom ROM can be 'blamed'. If no further is heard, then everything is fine again with original ROM.
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Hi TheEvilVirus, can I know where you download the original WWE ROM?, I need as my backup too. thanks thanks.

I'm sorry, can't give you the location . But if you might need it, maybe something can be arranged .

TheEvilVirus said:
I'm sorry, can't give you the location . But if you might need it, maybe something can be arranged .
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Hi, may I know what does it mean? How can it be arranged? as in?

Just PM Me .

TheEvilVirus said:
Just PM Me .
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Hi, may I know what does it mean? How can it be arranged? as in?

How to remove retail mode?

Hi,
I have a galaxy note 2014 edition that has retail mode on, it was a demo ex. Is there anyway to remove this from the device? Maybe through factory reset with stock firmware or something? Have no idea how to do a factory reset with stock firmware if that works.

ClowneN86 said:
Hi,
I have a galaxy note 2014 edition that has retail mode on, it was a demo ex. Is there anyway to remove this from the device? Maybe through factory reset with stock firmware or something? Have no idea how to do a factory reset with stock firmware if that works.
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Hi,
To do a factory reset: Switch off the tablet.
Then power it up by pressing simultaneously and holding : Volume up + Home + Power
When in Recovery mode move the cursor with the volume key and execute with the power key.
Select Factory reset and execute it.

Tilagoon said:
Hi,
To do a factory reset: Switch off the tablet.
Then power it up by pressing simultaneously and holding : Volume up + Home + Power
When in Recovery mode move the cursor with the volume key and execute with the power key.
Select Factory reset and execute it.
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Factory reset doesnt seem to help for some reason. Its like its in the rom. Were can I find the stock rom and how do I put it in?

ClowneN86 said:
Factory reset doesnt seem to help for some reason. Its like its in the rom. Were can I find the stock rom and how do I put it in?
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Have a look HERE it's for the S5 but it should something similar for the Note 2014.

Tilagoon said:
Have a look Here it's for the S5 but it should something similar for the Note 2014.
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Ive done every step of that guide except flash with a stock rom since I dont know were to get it or how to flash the devicce.

ClowneN86 said:
Ive done every step of that guide except flash with a stock rom since I dont know were to get it or how to flash the devicce.
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Hi,
OK, the first thing to know is which device you have: Sm-P600/601/605 ??
Then to know which ROM is installed on the tablet ?
If you can go to setting : then scroll down to "About the phone" you should see the version of the ROM.
With that you go to sammobile
You put your device type and you will get all the stock ROM's
You click on the one you want and on the next windows you will have the URL to download and the way to install it.
To be able to download the ROM you have to register on this site but it's free of charge !!

Tilagoon said:
Hi,
OK, the first thing to know is which device you have: Sm-P600/601/605 ??
Then to know which ROM is installed on the tablet ?
If you can go to setting : then scroll down to "About the phone" you should see the version of the ROM.
With that you go to
You put your device type and you will get all the stock ROM's
You click on the one you want and on the next windows you will have the URL to download and the way to install it.
To be able to download the ROM you have to register on this site but it's free of charge !!
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Its a SM-P600,
Kernel Version: 3.4.39-1691324
Build Number: JSS15J.P600XXXUAMI8_LLK
I tried that site but canceled it cause it said it will take 15h to download the firmware.

You can try from HERE
But I am not sure it will be any faster.
Those ROM's are quite big > 1.xx Gb so if your internet connection is slow it's take time.

Tilagoon said:
You can try from HERE
But I am not sure it will be any faster.
Those ROM's are quite big > 1.xx Gb so if your internet connection is slow it's take time.
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It seems to go a little bit faster today from sammobile. I have a 100/100 connection so it should go fast
Thanks for taking the time to help.

Tilagoon said:
You can try from
But I am not sure it will be any faster.
Those ROM's are quite big > 1.xx Gb so if your internet connection is slow it's take time.
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Stock firmware solved everything so a big thanks to you!

ClowneN86 said:
Stock firmware solved everything so a big thanks to you!
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Great :good: Good news , very happy you could make it work !! :good:

Tilagoon said:
Great :good: Good news , very happy you could make it work !! :good:
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One more question, I can´t seem to set some kind of password for the lockscreen since the lock screen option is gone in some way. It says something about Knox but what is that?
Can i add some other app that handles the lock screen?

About Knox: it's some kind of security introduced by Samsung some months ago, a real pain in the back..
Have a look HERE (for example) for more details.
Yes you can install applications w/o problem.
Knox will only get involved when you start playing with the ROM's, Bootloader etc ..

Hi
Hello guys, I have an Galaxy S6 Edge Demo version, I want to know if I change the motherboard with another with GSM function, it will work fine ?
The digital finger print doesn't work, I have to change the button or how can I fix this ?
And another thing, in the background of display, you can barely notice a text, this : Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge, this thing is from display or motherboard ? Because I want to know, if I change the motherboard, it will dissapear that text ?
Thank you.

I would like to remove the starting screen ''Live demo unit'' on SM-T800X tablet to the stock one, and after flashing I have got the demo pieces of text in the bottom of the screen.
I tried to re-partition the install with ODIN and used a PIT file but no changes. Anybody can help with this problem please ? Is there any solution to change the demo unit to look as a stock SM-T800 ?
Also if there any solution to change KNOX value to 0 would be great.

'Idiots' guide to root, backup, and ROM update ?...

Hi everyone,
Obviously this forum is a great resource for these head units, a lot of people putting in a lot of hard work (as is often the case on XDA).
I believe for some (myself included occasionally!) that the quantity of information and terms/language used can be a little overwhelming.
Add to that the fact that the forum is somewhat fragmented, it can be a bit hard to know where to start (although it is good that this is being addressed at the moment by splitting it up into sections.)
I was wondering if anybody had created or would be willing to look at creating, an 'idiots' style guide for the very basics.
I.e. assume that somebody with no knowledge in this field has purchased one of these units and simply wants to:
Get root access
Backup the current unit completely in case of problems updating etc
Locate the correct firmware/ROM for their unit.
Install the new firmware/ROM
Any further info can be found through research in the forums, all depending on what mods/apps etc the individual wants.
Thanks all!

phil001 said:
Hi everyone,
Obviously this forum is a great resource for these head units, a lot of people putting in a lot of hard work (as is often the case on XDA).
I believe for some (myself included occasionally!) that the quantity of information and terms/language used can be a little overwhelming.
Add to that the fact that the forum is somewhat fragmented, it can be a bit hard to know where to start (although it is good that this is being addressed at the moment by splitting it up into sections.)
I was wondering if anybody had created or would be willing to look at creating, an 'idiots' style guide for the very basics.
I.e. assume that somebody with no knowledge in this field has purchased one of these units and simply wants to:
Get root access
Backup the current unit completely in case of problems updating etc
Locate the correct firmware/ROM for their unit.
Install the new firmware/ROM
Any further info can be found through research in the forums, all depending on what mods/apps etc the individual wants.
Thanks all!
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I agree, I think this would be a good idea :good:
I would be willing to put something together from what Ive read on here but I'm still unsure of the best way to take a backup? Is the only way not through TWRP which then means you can't update your MCU again?

You do not need a backup of your ROM as most factory ROMs are available for flashing.
did you read the Wiki-Artikel and the Knowledge-Thread?

dark alex said:
You do not need a backup of your ROM as most factory ROMs are available for flashing.
did you read the Wiki-Artikel and the Knowledge-Thread?
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Hi
Yes i did read them, and i'm sure i could use that to get through what i want to do.
Although the knowledge thread does state "IT IS ADVISABLE TO BACKUP YOUR SYSTEM BEFORE PLAYING WITH IT" so i assumed i did need to make some sort of backup
It also advises using "nandroid root" form play store, there are various apps with similar names to this, but not exactly this name.
Just little things like this put seeds of doubt in my OCD mind
Wasn't meaning to criticize in anyway, was just giving my opinion (which may well not be the same as everyone elses!)
Cheers

dark alex said:
You do not need a backup of your ROM as most factory ROMs are available for flashing.
did you read the Wiki-Artikel and the Knowledge-Thread?
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Yes I've read it but I wanted to be absolutely sure I have a backup of my exact ROM. I also noticed on the server, the ROMs are not specific, for example I have a KLD2 but there are only KLD ROMs, is that an issue?

dark alex said:
You do not need a backup of your ROM as most factory ROMs are available for flashing.
did you read the Wiki-Artikel and the Knowledge-Thread?
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I agree. You are a developer: could explain to me why in these units, that theoretically they are Android, I can't do a full backup and in my Smartphone if I can do it.
For example with TWRP or CWM and retrieve it without problems.
I think that the former companion wants to say is:
I have my unit (Smartphone or auto) and when I have all my programs to my taste I do a backup. But one day I want to try some update that I have seen in the Forum. I do and I get wrong; as I have my backup, nothing happens. I restore it and that's all.
This I have done it many times with my Smartphone, from GingerBread to Lollipop.
Many Thanks

phil001 said:
I was wondering if anybody had created or would be willing to look at creating, an 'idiots' style guide for the very basics.
I.e. assume that somebody with no knowledge in this field has purchased one of these units and simply wants to:
Get root access
Backup the current unit completely in case of problems updating etc
Locate the correct firmware/ROM for their unit.
Install the new firmware/ROM
Any further info can be found through research in the forums, all depending on what mods/apps etc the individual wants.
Thanks all!
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Go to Factory setting enter *#hct#root#
Go to Factory setting enter adbon
Firmware update instructions Here
Joying Firmware Here
Malaysk ROM Here

The original Recovery is not that advanced as TWRP and others are.
The problem is that it is using special proprietary code to flash the MCU and if you replace it you are not able to flash MCU anymore until you install the original recovery again.

dark alex said:
The original Recovery is not that advanced as TWRP and others are.
The problem is that it is using special proprietary code to flash the MCU and if you replace it you are not able to flash MCU anymore until you install the original recovery again.
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Thanks mate. So the safest way to do a backup would be to take a backup of the original recovery then install TWRP and take a backup of the ROM with that? I know there are stock ROMs on the server but I would just like to be 100% sure.

I did this in my room "Go to Factory setting enter *#hct#root#"
After that I have root access and I can backup or freeze my apps with titanium backup. The problem is when I try to remove a system app, the app is not removed. I need to do more steeps?
thanks a lot

lynksss said:
The problem is when I try to remove a system app, the app is not removed. I need to do more steeps?
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What app?

tmiller101 said:
What app?
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Anything, I tried with gmail, gallery and others
Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk

lynksss said:
Anything, I tried with gmail, gallery and others
Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk
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Did you install superSU?
Go to apps and stop the one you are trying to remove. Change the extension to back or old. That should do it.
Turn developers mode on if you haven't. Password adbon in factory settings.

tmiller101 said:
Go to Factory setting enter *#hct#root#
Go to Factory setting enter adbon
Firmware update instructions Here
Joying Firmware Here
Malaysk ROM Here
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Is Joying firmware valid for no Joying units?

jrm209 said:
Is Joying firmware valid for no Joying units?
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Yes and no. Joyous is a manufacturer. There are several resellers who go under different names. I believe pumpkin is one. Do a search for huifei and in the mega thread they list several of the resellers.

Hi all, I'm in the same boat that I am reading like fury but there are thousands of pages, so I really appreciate this thread, and the contributions and the Wiki's.
I've got a MX v2.72 and found the following worked perfectly to get me past the first hurdle.
rickthecabbie said:
If you are new to Android, the first thing I would suggest is looking at replacing the Launcher. This will give you a lot more freedom
to add widgets for things like Shuttle and other apps you may want to try. I would also leave the ROM stock for as long as you can stand to do so. Take notes as you work with the stock ROM of the changes you would like to make, and search through the threads here to find if
you can make them without flashing to a custom ROM.
Rooting this unit is quite simple by using the temporary root method. Enter *#hct#root# as the password when opening System Settings.
DO NOT REBOOT. First go to the Play Store and Install the SUPERSU app by CHAINFIRE Once you have done that, let the system reboot,
and then go back to System Settings and enter the password adboff This will turn off the temporary factory SuperUser app, but you will still be able to use the CHAINFIRE SUPERSU app you installed to control root access of your apps.
I will say that if you want to jump in off the deep end, Malaysk has put together some awesome stuff.
I started with a DSA Rooted Stock Rom and installed APEX Launcher, mostly because it let me get started with a built in root,
and it also gave me 2 or 3 GBs to install other apps where the Stock ROM from the Factory only had a 1 GB partition.
Have Fun, and
Good Luck,
Rick
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I've now got to think about how to do the changes I want which include wanting to change default EQ and fader settings, button mapping, auto dimming, (some of that should be doable through the Xposed Mod) and finding a nicer launcher....

tmiller101 said:
Go to Factory setting enter *#hct#root#
Go to Factory setting enter adbon
Firmware update instructions Here
Joying Firmware Here
Malaysk ROM Here
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thanks,
i have entered *#hct#root#
but i just get an incorrect password message, should there be a confirmation of root message?
thanks

and for the sake of completeness here is the info
MCU Version
MTCB-HZC-V2.69
Android Version
4.4.4_22072015
Kernel version
3.0.36+
[email protected] #401
Build number
Rk3188-eng4.4.4 22072015.18:52:09
CPU
Arm7 1.6GHz (x4)
Memory
1024 MB
I still dont really understand how i can do a nandorid (or similar) backup, as i do not have root (see last post) and the backup apps require it.
The knowledge thread states the only way to root 4.4.4 is to install a pre rooted rom, meaning i could not backup factory rom.
I cannot see my rom available on here anywhere, and the manufacturer aren't providing it to me so far....
confused.com!

phil001 said:
thanks,
i have entered *#hct#root#
but i just get an incorrect password message, should there be a confirmation of root message?
thanks
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I do not remember what the the confirmation said, but a toast bubble popped up on the screen. maybe it said "root enabled" something along those lines. But after it is rooted in the settings there will be a new menu called Superuser.
If *#hct#root# is not working try adbon then *#hct#root#.
But my system is a KitKat 4.4.4 so I know it will work on 4.4.4. However, I have a Joying unit. From what I read Joyous makes a good number of these units but not all. I have no idea if your particular unit is compatible. Read the [url="http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2660662'] mega thread[/url] I think the various makers are addressed in there somewhere.
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tmiller101 said:
I do not remember what the the confirmation said, but a toast bubble popped up on the screen. maybe it said "root enabled" something along those lines. But after it is rooted in the settings there will be a new menu called Superuser.
If *#hct#root# is not working try adbon then *#hct#root#.
But my system is a KitKat 4.4.4 so I know it will work on 4.4.4. However, I have a Joying unit. From what I read Joyous makes a good number of these units but not all. I have no idea if your particular unit is compatible. Read the [url="http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2660662'] mega thread[/url] I think the various makers are addressed in there somewhere.
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This code definitely does not work on my head unit unfortunately, just tried it several times, it states 'password incorrect'. And checked with a root checker app and supersu, definitely not got root

Issues with Viper4Android

Hello, I have flashed several roms ranging from marshmallow to nogout and can-not get Viper4Android to work. Let me explain the problem. V4A only works with the music player that comes with the initial install but does not work with any player that I have paid for such as the likes of Jet Audio and Neutron Player. This is highly frustrating as the cheesy player that comes with the initial install is not strong enough to kick my duel air chamber headphones. I have tried all the normal fixes that normally work such as switching SElinux mode to permissive and some other ones that Viper users quite frequently use. If anyone is willing to help me figure this out or has already solved this problem or knows of some fixes to this that would be highly appreciated if I could get your feedback to this problem. Any and all replies are welcome.

Ok, guys heres an update: I got V4A to work on customized stock ViperOne based on stock marshamallow by changing the HTC_AUDIO_CONF file to the same name but with .bak at the end of it but it only works for headphones so when I connect the usb DAC it shows yes, yes, yes witch means working for usb but there is no sound output. Now that I got it working Im going to figure out how to get it to output sound through the usb dac otg When I figure that out im gonna start working on how to get this to work on most of the custom roms for our device. But one thing at a time. Also some help from the people who use V4A on HTC would be nice.

Try this:
First flash this - https://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6/themes-apps/viper4android-cleaner-v1-2-android-7-x-t3482211
Then flash this - http://downloadmirror.co/2zYA/ViPER4Android_2.5.0.5_guitardedhero.zip

Phalangioides said:
Try this:
First flash this - https://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6/themes-apps/viper4android-cleaner-v1-2-android-7-x-t3482211
Then flash this - http://downloadmirror.co/2zYA/ViPER4Android_2.5.0.5_guitardedhero.zip
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I'm charging my device as soon as it charges I'll give a try and let you know if it worked

Phalangioides said:
Try this:
First flash this - https://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6/themes-apps/viper4android-cleaner-v1-2-android-7-x-t3482211
Then flash this - http://downloadmirror.co/2zYA/ViPER4Android_2.5.0.5_guitardedhero.zip
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What rom did you do this on?

Phalangioides said:
Try this:
First flash this - https://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6/themes-apps/viper4android-cleaner-v1-2-android-7-x-t3482211
Then flash this - http://downloadmirror.co/2zYA/ViPER4Android_2.5.0.5_guitardedhero.zip
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OK it worked the first zip did it. The second zip did not work I had to use the Viper from magisk viper v15 version. Everything works now including output from USB. I figured it was that files needed yo be cleaned out where the audio files are. Thanks. :good: Now its all good sounds are pleasurable again . Thanks for the link.

OGdroidster said:
OK it worked the first zip did it. The second zip did not work I had to use the Viper from magisk viper v15 version. Everything works now including output from USB. I figured it was that files needed yo be cleaned out where the audio files are. Thanks. :good: Now its all good sounds are pleasurable again . Thanks for the link.
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You should really use that edit button instead of making few posts in a row Also about thanks - look at my signature.
I've used it on all the roms I've used - MM sense and customs, N customs and those two zips always worked.
However, I'm currently on stock, unrooted, unmodified MM sense and it doesn't work - the app flashes, but the status is abnormal, it can't modify the system partition - simply put, stock rom needs to be rooted in order for v4a or other things to work, just pointing that out.

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You should really use that edit button instead of making few posts in a row Also about thanks - look at my signature.
I've used it on all the roms I've used - MM sense and customs, N customs and those two zips always worked.
However, I'm currently on stock, unrooted, unmodified MM sense and it doesn't work - the app flashes, but the status is abnormal, it can't modify the system partition - simply put, stock rom needs to be rooted in order for v4a or other things to work, just pointing that out.
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I always use root even if I'm on stock. That is a must. When I'm on stock no root means can't do certain things. Kinda like if you were to have no sudo on Ubuntu. I wouldn't be able to install anything so root is a must. Always has been. I wrote those posts before I tried it out. My HTC was charging but yea whole lot of posts. OK I just edited this because I ported the two files audio config and policy config from my old droid 4 running ressurection and it worked. I did this because the radio wasn't working with that flashable zip from the link you gave me.I added a small touch of my own to one of the files and wola there you have it all audio including the radio works. I was wondering if you would like to test the two files on your device to confirm that it works and it isn't just working on mine. That way I could put files in XDA and share them for other users to use.

Does anybody have 47.1.A.16.20 UK cusom?

Hey all
I very recently made the mistake of upgrading my phone, not realising that it was a complete overhaul from 8.0 to 9.0. I absolutely hate it. There are a dozen downsides and, as far as I have noticed, not a single benefit to this upgrade. I have gotten frustrated many times already due to the stupid little changes and have spent a good portion of my day attempting to figure out how to reverse it.
Now I'm not that tech-savvy, and the only method to get back the phone I knew and loved is to 'flash' it (?) using a software which I have acquired. I must also apparently make sure to back up my data because downgrading in this manner apparently does not ensure any of your personal data is protected.
So my question here is twofold:
1. Does anybody have the UK version for the latest 47.1.A.16.20 firmware as an appropriate file (FTF?) for me to get back the phone I paid for as opposed to this crap?
2. What would be an appropriate method of backing up my phone such that I can recover it all post-flash with all of my settings and user data intact?
Thank you all so very much for your help!

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Thank you all so very much for your help!
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Just downgrade it yourself, you won't damage the phone or change your warranty status.
Here is a copy of 47.1.A.16.20, It's not the UK version, but that makes no difference
Download Newflasher and put it in the same folder as the firmware you downloaded
Delete persist*.sin to avoid losing android attest key.
Turn phone off completely. Then start newflasher.exe and follow instrctions. Plug the phone into the pc whilst holding volume up(+), then no & no in the newfalsher dialog box, then you should be away.
You might need a copy of the Sony driver
I would make a backup with Xperia transfer before you do anything, you can't keep your data when you downgrade, so this would be the easiest way of keeping the important stuff. Back up onto your sdcard, then restore once the flash has completed.

Didgesteve said:
Just downgrade it yourself, you won't damage the phone or change your warranty status.
Here is a copy of 47.1.A.16.20, It's not the UK version, but that makes no difference
Download Newflasher and put it in the same folder as the firmware you downloaded
Delete persist*.sin to avoid losing android attest key.
Turn phone off completely. Then start newflasher.exe and follow instrctions. Plug the phone into the pc whilst holding volume up(+), then no & no in the newfalsher dialog box, then you should be away.
You might need a copy of the Sony driver
I would make a backup with Xperia transfer before you do anything, you can't keep your data when you downgrade, so this would be the easiest way of keeping the important stuff. Back up onto your sdcard, then restore once the flash has completed.
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Hi Steve, I accidentally installed the update today and I wish to revert too. Apparently the Xperia XZ1c has DRM keys for things like the camera and video processing which if custom firmware is flashed will be lost. Is this an issue when flashing an older version of a stock xperia rom like you are suggesting? Thanks

Joecalone said:
Hi Steve, I accidentally installed the update today and I wish to revert too. Apparently the Xperia XZ1c has DRM keys for things like the camera and video processing which if custom firmware is flashed will be lost. Is this an issue when flashing an older version of a stock xperia rom like you are suggesting? Thanks
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No unlocking the bootloader is an entirely seperate procces and can't be done accidently flashing firmwares. You have to get an unlock code from Sony and do some ADB magic.
There is another tools called Flashtool, that does the same thing as Newflasher, but has the power to delete your DRM, if driven improperly, so I don't recomend that.
Newflasher is safe to use and won't damage your TA partition (DRM keys), just note the persistxx.sin removal, that stops damage to one of the partitions.
You can't keep you data when retro-grading, you must wipe the phone to factory, there isn't any other way.

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No unlocking the bootloader is an entirely seperate procces and can't be done accidently flashing firmwares. You have to get an unlock code from Sony and do some ADB magic.
There is another tools called Flashtool, that does the same thing as Newflasher, but has the power to delete your DRM, if driven improperly, so I don't recomend that.
Newflasher is safe to use and won't damage your TA partition (DRM keys), just note the persistxx.sin removal, that stops damage to one of the partitions.
You can't keep you data when retro-grading, you must wipe the phone to factory, there isn't any other way.
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Thanks for the quick response! I'm backing up my phone right now. You mentioned the persistxx.sin removal, sorry if the answer is obvious but I'm a bit new to all this, does Newflasher do this automatically or do I need to do it myself? If so, how does one go about removing it?

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Thanks for the quick response! I'm backing up my phone right now. You mentioned the persistxx.sin removal, sorry if the answer is obvious but I'm a bit new to all this, does Newflasher do this automatically or do I need to do it myself? If so, how does one go about removing it?
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It'll be in the firmware folder that download

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It'll be in the firmware folder that download
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Ah right I think I understand you, I opened the ftf file with 7zip and deleted the file named "persist.sin". I'll be flashing it tomorrow so I'll let you know how it went. Really appreciate the tips

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I absolutely hate it. There are a dozen downsides and, as far as I have noticed, not a single benefit to this upgrade.
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Hey PCB! Could you tell me more about all those downsides? I'd like to know more before/if I (ever) decide to upgrade.
I know that clock on the left-hand side would irritate me. Also, volume buttons defaulting to media is something I don't like.
But you mentioned "a dozen" so I'm curious.
Tnx!

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Hey PCB! Could you tell me more about all those downsides? I'd like to know more before/if I (ever) decide to upgrade.
I know that clock on the left-hand side would irritate me. Also, volume buttons defaulting to media is something I don't like.
But you mentioned "a dozen" so I'm curious.
Tnx!
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Hey man! I wrote up a few reasons on a Reddit post earlier so I'm just going to paste that if that's okay!
Volume button now always does media volume instead of a sliding scale for normal stuff ie ringtone
Lots of irritatingly unnecessary changes such as the time now being in the top right so my muscle memory has me checking the time and I'm momentarily confused.
They've changed the overall aesthetic to be more Apple-y resulting in a really weird look, making the text in most places look larger than usual (especially the notifications).
The pull-down-from-the-top menu now shows two rows of enlarged buttons instead of three like before.
The WiFi and Bluetooth drop down menus have gone, so now if you want to quickly switch between two networks instead of being able to do it all in one screen you have to go to the settings page for WiFi and Bluetooth.
(this one is very minor) the colour of the keyboard has gone from black and orange (which I liked) to black and blue.
I know it sounds like I'm being awfully nitpicky but honestly the few bits of functionality that were removed were things I relied on a lot; I just don't appreciate such ****ty unnecessary changes for no apparent reason.
As far as I can see, there are absolutely no improvements or upgrades or anything at all that I can point to and go "yeah that's worth it."
I've been using this update for only a little while and I'm sure that there are other things which'll pop out at me over time as well!
Hope this helps mate

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The pull-down-from-the-top menu now shows two rows of enlarged buttons instead of three like before.
The WiFi and Bluetooth drop down menus have gone, so now if you want to quickly switch between two networks instead of being able to do it all in one screen you have to go to the settings page for WiFi and Bluetooth.
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These two are absolutely unacceptable. An update should never remove features or make previous things harder to do, this update is an absolute joke. Now once again I have to go through the arduous process of factory resetting my phone to downgrade simply because Sony couldn't put out a competent update to save their lives.

Thanks mate! I agree with you 100%. The phone is "perfect" just the way it is and some changes, that Google and Sony made, should totally have been optional. I would upgrade it just for curiosity.... but I don't wanna regret it later.
Cheers!

Are we talking about toggles? You do know that you can add a third row? For WiFi and Bluetooth just do the long press and go to settings.

I've just updated and am I wrong or the recent app switcher and the navigation bar are still the same and not the Pie version?

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Are we talking about toggles? You do know that you can add a third row? For WiFi and Bluetooth just do the long press and go to settings.
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I can only have two rows shown at a time on mine! I looked in the settings as well, any other buttons now have to be swiped across to access because of how ludicrously large they made them.

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I've just updated and am I wrong or the recent app switcher and the navigation bar are still the same and not the Pie version?
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You're not wrong. It's the same. Sony removed Google's gesture navigation.

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I can only have two rows shown at a time on mine! I looked in the settings as well, any other buttons now have to be swiped across to access because of how ludicrously large they made them.
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Sorry man, I forgot that I changed dpi in settings. Take a look at the screenshot I attached.

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It'll be in the firmware folder that download
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Hi, me again :laugh:
I tried flashing the phone today with newflasher but to no avail. I downloaded those xperia drivers, added them using device manager, and the hardware wizard gave the following message
"The following hardware was installed:
Sony sa0117 ADB Interface Driver
The software for this device is now installed but may not work correctly.
This device cannot start (Code 10)"
I tried flashing anyway after the phone had been put into debug mode but newflasher simply prompts whether or not I need GordonGate flash driver. If I type "n" to skip, it throws the error
"No usb device with vid:0x0fce pid:0xb00b !"

Joecalone said:
Hi, me again :laugh:
I tried flashing the phone today with newflasher but to no avail. I downloaded those xperia drivers, added them using device manager, and the hardware wizard gave the following message
"The following hardware was installed:
Sony sa0117 ADB Interface Driver
The software for this device is now installed but may not work correctly.
This device cannot start (Code 10)"
I tried flashing anyway after the phone had been put into debug mode but newflasher simply prompts whether or not I need GordonGate flash driver. If I type "n" to skip, it throws the error
"No usb device with vid:0x0fce pid:0xb00b !"
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If you're using Windows 10 it would have completly failed to install your driver and didn't bother telling you. Restart Windows 10 in safe mode and look for 'driver signing disabled', then try again.
Edit: or click 'Yes' to first question in Newflasher and it will prodice a zip file of the drivers you need, then apply as above.

Didgesteve said:
If you're using Windows 10 it would have completly failed to install your driver and didn't bother telling you. Restart Windows 10 in safe mode and look for 'driver signing disabled', then try again.
Edit: or click 'Yes' to first question in Newflasher and it will prodice a zip file of the drivers you need, then apply as above.
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No luck with either of these unfortunately. I'll try doing it on my Windows 7 PC at home, hopefully I'll get better results with that :fingers-crossed:

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Are we talking about toggles? You do know that you can add a third row? For WiFi and Bluetooth just do the long press and go to settings.
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Sorry man, I forgot that I changed dpi in settings. Take a look at the screenshot I attached.
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Would you mind telling me how you did that? I trawled through the settings briefly but couldn't see anything applicable!
Would really appreciate it!