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Hi Folks,
o2 Germany has now published an upgrade to ROM version 1.60.52 GER.
http://hilfe.o2online.de/srvs/DATA/...download/xda_software/neu/xda_16052ger_o2.exe
THIS VERSION IS GERMAN ONLY (ALTHOUGH INSTALLER IS IN ENGLISH), SO ONLY UPGRADE WHEN YOU HAVE A GOOD COMMAND OF THE GERMAN LANGUAGE OR INTEND TO STUDY ANOTHER FOREIGN LANGUAGE!
o2 kept us waiting for a long time, but it looks like it was worth waiting and some old problems (like HZ-Indicator; Bluetooth etc.) have been fixed (at least they tried to!).
Have fun, any comments on the new version are highly appreciated!
bobpopo
Hi!
when i extract extended ROM image file, it can't be accesed by ROM editor from Wiki.. what's wrong?
now that we have thsi update, the question is: do we get a wm2k3se update and if so, when?
Um... is the language in german, or in english, or can it be switched to english?
First Upgrade leads to "Country Error" - Downgrade
After reading some postings in a German forum I already knew about the problem for those using XDAII with T-Mobile ROM 1.60.00 GER:
The update program won't start, displaying "Country error" (or sth. like that). This problem is solved by downgrading to T-Mobile 1.03.00 (which can be downloaded on the same page as the upgrade). After that upgrade works fine, leading to:
ROM-Version: 1.60.00GER
ROM-Date: 12/03/03
Radio-Stack: 1.10.00
Protokoll-Vers: 1337.18
ExtROM-Vers: 1.60.52 (attached)
Compared to the German T-Mobile 1.60 ROM, the radio stack seems to be improved (from 1.06.01 to 1.10.00) and the o2 ExtROm was updated (from 1.03.27 to 1.60.52). Also some good news for the o2 subscribers in Germany using the XDAII: The Homezone control seems to be fixed -until now I did not spot any problems.
Enjoy (and report bugs)...
HI Is this safe to use on the UK XDA II?
Should I wait until the uk release?
The only thing that I am waiting for mainly is a Bluetooth handsfree profile.
@oliven_99
How's your german... 'cause this is a true german update ;-)
links für downgrade pls
"The update program won't start, displaying "Country error" (or sth. like that). This problem is solved by downgrading to T-Mobile 1.03.00 (which can be downloaded on the same page as the upgrade). After that upgrade works fine "
Where can we download T-Mobile 1.03.00
Pls post the link for the german T-Mobile 1.03.00 downgrade because I also got the Country Error!
http://www.t-mobile.de/downloads/company/t-mobile/mda_2_ver_10305.zip
But remember: Downgrade and Upgrade is in German!
It works
Many Thanks!
Does anyone knoews why the ext. ROM Version 1.60.52 GER can not be opened, edited with Windows Mobile 2003 ROM Editor from Wiki?
Homezone Indicator
Cool!!!
The homezone indicator seems now to work stable!
Well done, O2 Germany
CAUTION!!!
Today I got shocked when I tried to modify the ExtROM and almost ruined it. After the common way with ER2003edit did not work out, I tried to downgrade the ExtROM to 1.03.05 (T-Mobile) with the old HimaUpgradeUt that came with that version.
After doing that, the XDA did not work anymore, just showing "serial USB 1.1". After that I tried to flash my cooked ExtROM (merger out of the latest ExtROM and some other cabs), what left my XDA still without function. Then slowly panic arose and I flashed the latest, complete upgrade (1.60.52) again, what led to a standard & working XDAII.
Now I am happy that I did not ruin the device, but still looking for a way to modify the ExtROM. Maybe it is time for those who really know what they are doing to give a little hint to the masses, how this can be solved...
INSTRUCTIONS: Homecooked (locked) ExtROM with o2 GER 1.60.52
Okay, finally I figured out, how to flash the new version with my own ExtROM:
If you are upgrading your XDAII from the MDAII 1.60 ROM, please prepare your XDAII for flashing by downgrading to MDAII 1.03 ROM as explained above. Otherwise you will get a country error.
1. download xda_16052ger_o2.exe from o2 Germany
http://hilfe.o2online.de/srvs/DATA/...download/xda_software/neu/xda_16052ger_o2.exe
2. download ER2003Edit
http://wiki.xda-developers.com/wiki/ER2003Edit
3. download tool Decode extended ROM below (thanks Jos!)
4. use WinRAR to extract the upgrade files from xda_16052ger_o2.exe (you'll get six files: 3 Hima* and 3 *.nbf)
5. unzip files from Decode extended ROM to a separate folder and add ms_.nbf (from step 4) and run decode.bat
6. after decoding, you can open the file ms_.nbf with ER2003Edit, modify the ExtROM-Files and splash images.
7. after modifying, save and run encode.bat, but only perform the encoding step, afterwards copy ms_.nbf back to the files extracted in step 4
8. now start HimaUpgradeUt.exe and flash XDAII as usual, but with your individual ExtROM
(According O2 this step can take up to 1 1/2 hours!)
This upgrade worked out with my German XDAII with (locked) ExtROM. In former versions of the upgrade utility it was possible, to upgrade the ExtROM only, one just had to remove the unwanted *.nbf before upgrading. But now it looks like only a full upgrade will lead to a working XDAII. Otherwise it will be dead but can be recoverd by giving a full upgrade with all three parts.
I will certainly only be held liable for ruining my own XDAII - what you do to your gemstone is on your own risk. There might be easier ways, please drop a note if you find one...
New splash screen...
Just to make it complete:
While installing the new ROM I noticed that there is a second splash image, which is changed to the old one after executing O2DECustomize.sa.CAB. As I liked that new splash screen better, I have changed it within the cab file and removed some other useless example files.
Just replace the old O2DECustomize.sa.CAB in your ExtROM with the one below or copy to and execute on your XDAII to change splash screen (will stay until the next hardreset).
The RSB-Converter is just a tool that I found while waiting for ages to get a trial key for ACDSee. Take this tool if you want to convert your individual splash screeen to the required RSB format. Find further information on creating individual splash screen here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?t=3759&highlight=splash1+nb
After creating your favorite splash image (as *.bmp, 24 bit) cut 13 pixel from the left side of the picture and paste it to the right side (after moving the big part to the left). If you don't do that your splash won't fit the screen properly.
Hi all
For those how what to save close to 2MB space in their ext-rom I have a set of updated files
O2_DE_custimized has additional the settings made in
Broadcast_GER
MIDI_GER_reg
O2_AP_DE_20040118
O2_DE
version_AKU1 which you don't need anymore.
removed is O2 movie, spash images, and O2 ringtone
additonal the regfile makes the ext-rom visible and activates cleartype by default.
CameraRD132_GER removed help file and button graphic
ClearVue233_GER removed ads/demo files
regards, Alex
At the german forum "ppc-welt-community" a user reported, that he tried the update with his xda1 an the upgrate worked.
I doubt about this...what do you mean? Should it be possible to upgrade the xda1?
:?
Hey, I found the entry in the forum, there is no way written that somebody actually manged it or was so stupid to try it.
I think it won't even start, as the bootloader are not the same and the UpgradeUtility will (hopefully) not start at all.
There is an upgrade to WindwosMobile2003 for XDAI this is what he writes about, this is not the upgrade which is here talked about.
Alex
Re: New splash screen...
bobopopo said:
The RSB-Converter is just a tool that I found while waiting for ages to get a trial key for ACDSee. Take this tool if you want to convert your individual splash screeen to the required RSB format.
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Tried to convert a *.rsb File and got:
"RSB Version not supported"
is there anything i do wrong or cant the program convert all files?
any ideas.....
Re: New splash screen...
Know that I had the same problem, doesn´t always work. But it is so long ago, that I cannot remember clearly, sorry...
pbelcl said:
bobopopo said:
The RSB-Converter is just a tool that I found while waiting for ages to get a trial key for ACDSee. Take this tool if you want to convert your individual splash screeen to the required RSB format.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Tried to convert a *.rsb File and got:
"RSB Version not supported"
is there anything i do wrong or cant the program convert all files?
any ideas.....
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Here is a new rom from the still unreleased Cingular 8525: HTC Hermes (HERM100) branded from U.S. Operator Cingular.
ROM Version: 1.30.502.1
ROM Date: 08/21/06
Radio: 1.11.00.00
Protocol: 32.47.7018.00H
As always, download link on the wiki upgrading page:
http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=Hermes_Upgrades
If you have questions be sure to read the Hermes wiki first, specially the Upgrading FAQs.
Notes on this ROM:
* Cingular 8525 doesn't have front camera, you'll need to install cab files from other ExtROM to enable video calling (I used TyTN ExtROM on mine).
* Left button is mapped to push-to-talk application still unavailable on the rom, so it is unuseful. You can map it to any other APP using 3rd party software to remap hardware buttons.
Enjoy
if i upgrade to the cingular 8525 rom, will my tytn still be unlocked? or will it be locked to cingular?
It will still be unlocked. The network lock doesn't depend on the rom you're using.
Guys
Any ideas as to who/what website released this ROM?
- JoKer
What is the OS build?
gravejoker said:
Any ideas as to who/what website released this ROM?
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A person who preferes to stay anonymous sent it to me.
nickcerda said:
What is the OS build?
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OS 5.1.195 (Build 14955.2.3.0), so it's AKU 2.3 as all the other available ROMs until now.
i just installed the cingular 8525 rom! and now U CANT DO A LOCK IN ON GSM OR WCDMA MODE! (that menu been removed!)
i going back to the Imate rom!
Trying it now, thanks for the link! It also seems that the MMS limit is increased to 600K!
netboy said:
i just installed the cingular 8525 rom! and now U CANT DO A LOCK IN ON GSM OR WCDMA MODE! (that menu been removed!)
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I am on the cingular rom, and my menu exists. Go to:
Settings -> Personal -> Phone -> Band -> Select your network type. The options are Auto, GSM and WCDMA.
If you don't have it by default probably it's on the ExtROM, as I said I installed the ExtROM from TyTN, try it.
pof said:
Settings -> Personal -> Phone -> Band -> Select your network type. The options are Auto, GSM and WCDMA.
If you don't have it by default probably it's on the ExtROM, as I said I installed the ExtROM from TyTN, try it.
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the "Band" tap/menu is missing. probably it' on the ExtRom from Tytn. how do i install the Tytn ExtRom? do u mind tell me? or u rather me search the FAQ?
Any comments as to the stability of this ROM on a TyTN?
Do we know what the different files in the EXT_ROM are for?
netboy said:
the "Band" tap/menu is missing. probably it' on the ExtRom from Tytn. how do i install the Tytn ExtRom? do u mind tell me? or u rather me search the FAQ?
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1) hard reset
2) do the usual alignment stuff, copy-paste, etc...
3) soft-reset before it starts installing the cingular ExtROM (customizations), you have 3 seconds
4) Unhide your extrom (you can also use fit4cat hermes tweaker for this)
5) Extract the contents of TyTN ExtROM to a folder in your miniSD card.
6) click on the CABs files you want to install, this is what I installed on mine:
From TyTN's ExtROM (on SD):
MT_Shortcut-MMS-Hermes.CAB
MP_mHub_060630.CAB
MT_PC_Hermes_Qtek_WWE_060621.CAB
P_Generic_UI.CAB
PP_3-AP-Patch.CAB
PP_ace-certs.CAB
VT_Engine_23818_ext.CAB
From Cingular's ExtROM (unhided):
MT_Shortcut-MMS-Hermes.CAB
T_mm1lib_DLL.CAB
MMS disapeared and I had to install the CAB 3 times, i used both from TyTN and from Cingular, then setup a default account settings and sent an MMS and received another (I sent it to myself from another mobile phone) and after that it stayed and no more problems with MMS.
I also installed the TyTN green theme (.tsk) because I like how it looks
Hope that helps.
Does the Cingular ROM or EXT_ROM contain the Cyberon VoiceDialer?
(I hope not!)
Yes, it's on the ROM but it's not mapped to any hardware button.
interesting.. BAND selection tab (GSM/UMTS/AUTO) is present in the ROM if Cingular extended ROM is not installed. it is being removed during Extended ROM installation procedure. more over, none of this Cingular CAB files are responsible for removing BAND selection (GSM/UMTS/AUTO) tab.
I have skipped Extened ROM installation, verified that BAND selection (GSM/UMTS/AUTO) band selector is still present and then installed all Cingular extended ROM cab files one by one. supprisingly enough - band selector is still there. there must be some other invisible configuration file in the extended rom. gprs connection is not auto configured either.
@superduper: probably you need to soft reset for the changes made by cab files to take effect. If you want to know which cab file disables it you have to install one, soft-reset, install another one, soft-reset and so on...
never mind
here is. i have selected the line in registry that needs to be changed to:
dword:00000001
default value for this line is : dword:00000000
see below :
----------- 8< -------------------
Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\OEM\PhoneSetting]
"EnableErrorCause"=dword:00000001
"LongNamePrefix"="UMTS"
"Enable3GLongNamePrefix"=dword:00000001
"EnableUsimEF"=dword:00000001
"ShowNITZPage"=dword:00000000
"HiddenFDNFunction"=dword:00000000
"HiddenBCFunction"=dword:00000000
"FDNQueryPBTimeout"=dword:00060000
"ShowFDNPage"=dword:00000001
"ShowTtyPage"=dword:00000001
"ShowUMTSBandPage"=dword:00000001
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\OEM\PhoneSetting\BandType]
"ItemValue4"=dword:00000003
"ItemName4"="UMTS(2100+800)"
"ItemValue3"=dword:00000002
"ItemName3"="GSM(1900+850)+UMTS(1900+850)"
"ItemValue2"=dword:00000001
"ItemName2"="GSM(900+1800)+UMTS(2100)"
"ItemValue1"=dword:00000000
"ItemName1"="Auto"
"ItemCount"=dword:00000004
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\OEM\PhoneSetting\NetworkType]
"ItemValue3"=dword:00000002
"ItemName3"="WCDMA"
"ItemValue2"=dword:00000001
"ItemName2"="GSM"
"ItemValue1"=dword:00000000
"ItemName1"="Auto"
"ItemCount"=dword:00000003
------------ 8< -----------------
UPDATE: phone settings.reg file is attache to this message. one needs simply import this file into device registry. no soft reset is required.
P.S. It would be goos if fit4cat will add this feature to his hermes tweaker.
Great finding
Guys, is Cing Video now activated and available as an option?
Thanks.
Is it me or does the ExtROM Unlocker only unhide the Extended ROM on this build - leaving it still read-only / protected?
I tried with fit4cat and the Hermes MountExtROM.cab but no luck modifing contents.
Didn't really see anything else like this around and figured it might help people get started with performing an upgrade. Please keep in mind that while I tried to make it "generic" it was really designed around ROMs available at the time of this posting. The future might invalidate parts of this guide. The attached is simply the text file version of the guide, and my Custom Extended_ROM (barebones). Enjoy,
-Q
Hermes Upgrade
This document details a specific example of upgrading your HTC Hermes device. It's
going to be out of date real fast, but you should be able to (fairly easily) apply
any steps here to any upgrades you want to make in the future. In case you are not
up to the task of taking the knowledge imparted here and extrapolating it for your
specific case, you probably shouldn't be doing this at all.
Prior to undertaking any steps in this document:
- Charge your PDA to full (or at least >= 75%) power.
- Back up your data, the ROM upgrade WILL cause you to lose all data.
- Use either a laptop PLUGGED in, or a desktop with a UPS.
- Turn off your screensaver, hibernation settings, sleep settings, etc.
- Use a reliable connection for USB (back of computer, etc).
- Don't run any games, etc that might cause an unstable computer.
- Basically, if anything interrupts most of the updates, you're screwed.
- If something disastrous DOES happen, consult the wiki at:
http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=Hermes_UpgradeProblems
or search for other solutions using the forum search feature at:
http://forum.xda-developers.com
For more information regarding the HTC Hermes, available ROMs, ExtROMS, RADIO ROMs
and other information, please consult the following wiki pages:
WIKI: http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=HTC_Hermes
WIKI: http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=Hermes_Upgrades
WIKI: http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=Hermes_ExtendedRoms
WIKI: http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=Hermes_ExtractedRadioRoms
WIKI: http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=Hermes_UpgradeProblems
WIKI: http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=Hermes_Howto_Bootloader104
NOTE: All files are available from the following FTP site:
Server: ftp.xda-developers.com
User: xda
Pass: xda
[ My Hardware & Loaded ROM Prior to Upgrade ]
DEVICE: O2 XDA Trion GER (HERM100)
UPGRADE (ALL): /Hermes/Shipped_Complete_Updates/Dopod_CHT9000_1237071_1060010_WWE_SHIP.exe
ROM: 1.23.707.1
DATE: 06/28/06
RADIO: 1.06.00.10
PROTOCOL: 32.37.7010.01H
BOOTLOADER: 1.04
OS: 14955.2.3.0
[ My Hardware & Loaded ROM After Upgrade ]
DEVICE: O2 XDA Trion GER (HERM100)
UPGRADE ROM: /Hermes/Shipped_Complete_Updates/RUU_HERMES_HTC_WWE_1[1].35.255.2_1.35.255.102_1.08.00.10_SHIP.EXE
UPGRADE RADIO: ROM VERSION (BootLoader 1.09 prevents upgrade currently)
UPGRADE EXTROM: CUSTOM (see below)
ROM: 1.35.255.2
DATE: 11/14/06
RADIO: 1.18.00.10
PROTOCOL: 32.55.7018.01H
BOOTLOADER: 1.09
OS: 14955.2.3.0
[ Part I - SuperCID Hack ]
FILE: /Hermes/Tools_and_Programs/HTC_Hermes_SIM_Unlock_v2a.zip
FORUM: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=282073
This is done so that even if the ROM you chose upgrades to BootLoader version 1.06
or higher you will still be able to load other images without CID error. Currently
this SuperCID hack can only be run on BootLoader 1.04. If you have BootLoader 1.06
it is possible to downgrade assuming a ROM for your particular device with 1.04 is
available. If there is no ROM with BootLoader 1.04 available, or you have the 1.09
BootLoader (or greater) then you will have to wait for the appropriate utility.
WIKI: http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=Hermes_BootLoader
The instructions for this hack details a process by which you are instructed to do
a flash of a new RADIO ROM. Above is a link to the Hermes BootLoader wiki that has
more detailed information on how to connect to the BootLoader. In particular, make
sure to turn off ActiveSync's USB connection before continuing. You will re-enable
ActiveSync at the step (7) where he asks you to connect to ActiveSync and copy the
HERM_Unlock_v2a.exe to your device and run it. Be aware that there's absolutely no
indication that the program is even running, but after a minute or so it'll pop up
with a SUCCESS message.
[ Part Ia - Hack Verification ]
FILE: http://wiki.xda-developers.com/uploads/mtty.exe
WIKI: http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=Hermes_BootLoader
Please read the above Wiki Page thouroughly, especially the part that disables the
USB connection in ActiveSync before connecting to the BootLoader. It should not be
necessary to authenticate via password for our purpose.
To verify the SuperCID hack is indeed present, enter the BootLoader and issue:
> task 32
The response should return: Level = 0
If it does not the SuperCID hack is not present and it is not recommended that you
proceed further as the ROM upgrade below may install BootLoader >= 1.06 and unless
you have a previous version ROM with a CID that matches your hardware to fall back
on you'll be stuck with it. In the case of BootLoader 1.09 as of this writing it's
even worse because "normal" methods for downgrading will not downgrade the SPL.
[ Part II - Flash New ROM ]
FILE: /Hermes/Shipped_Complete_Updates/*
WIKI: http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=Hermes_Upgrades
FORUM: http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=306
To start, get your desired ROM. Even if you desire a different RADIO ROM or ExtROM
you have to start with the ROM (which unfortunately means flashing all three). The
RADIO and ExtROM may be changed after this step. Use the wiki and forum to find an
appropriate ROM for yourself. If you're reading this it is probably a good idea to
NOT try the absolute newest ROM available--wait until the forums seem to have some
information about other users' experience with it. Every ROM has its own quirks so
if some of the steps below (such as editing ExtROM) don't work, it is probably due
to the ROM version you chose (this may not matter to you though).
Unzip your ROM into a directory BEFORE installing it. You can use WinRAR, or other
free utils (Google) to accomplish extracting the installer data into a folder. You
do this to minimize any problems, and make it easier to perform a proper upgrade.
When you think you're ready run ROMUpgradeUt.exe in the extracted installer folder
and follow its instructions exactly. Please note that you must have the ActiveSync
connection to your PC (this can be Guest however), and that the battery power must
be > 50%. This should be sufficient, but if you're paranoid then fully charge your
unit before performing this upgrade. By the way, most people would recommend to be
in BootLoader mode before running this upgrade, but the reason I have specifically
asked you to be connected to ActiveSync is that if the Super CID hook was not done
properly there will be an error (whereas in BootLoader mode there would not).
Please note that as we have completed the Super CID hack above, the first time you
run this it should succeed. If it does not and complains about an invalid CID then
the hack must not have worked. In that case you can still update but be aware that
if the ROM you are attempting to install is BootLoader 1.06 or greater you will be
stuck with that version ROM unless you are able to do a downgrade (assuming one is
available for your model hardware with a 1.04 BootLoader). Should you still desire
to upgrade your device and you have BootLoader 1.04, simply close the update error
and program (do nothing to your device which is now in BootLoader mode). Then open
the update (ROMUpgradeUt.exe) again and proceed as before (it shouldn't error this
second time through).
[ Part III - Flash New RADIO ROM (Optional) ]
FILE: /Hermes/Extracted_Radio_ROMs/*
WIKI: http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=Hermes_ExtractedRadioRoms
Please note that you can ONLY perform this operation if your BootLoader has stayed
at version 1.04. Even with the Super CID hack you cannot install a different radio
if your ROM installed BootLoader 1.06 or greater.
To start, get your desired RADIO ROM. Use the wiki and forum to find one you would
like, just as you selected a ROM in Part II above. As with the main ROM it is best
to wait until the forums have information about other users' experience with a new
RADIO ROM before you try it yourself.
At this time, you should unzip your RADIO ROM but do not run MaUpgradeUt_noID yet,
instead open windows Task Manager and under the Processes tab locate: wcescomm.exe
Kill this process and then run MaUpgradeUt_noID.exe. The reason for this is an odd
issue where the updater would hang at 0% somehow related to the ActiveSync process
getting messed up somehow (maybe from prior steps).
Continued...
Hermes Upgrading Guide - Part 2/2
[ Part IV - Create Custom ExtROM (Optional) ]
FILE: /Hermes/Tools_and_Programs/HERMES_MountExtROM.CAB
WIKI: http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=Hermes_Unhide_Extrom
WIKI: http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=Hermes_ExtendedRoms
This is probably the most complicated part and by no means is it necessary for you
to create your own custom ExtROM; however if you would like a customized installer
that includes your own desired applications and settings, then this section is for
you. Download the HERMES_MountExtROM.CAB file, and install it on your device. Then
perform a soft reset and the \Extended_ROM folder should now be available.
Generally it is recommended to copy this folder to your main computer, and operate
on it from that platform. Using the second wiki page linked above, and information
from forums, download whichever ExtROM zipfiles may have additional files you wish
to have in your custom ExtROM. Also download (or extract) cab files for any custom
applications you wish to include in your "cooked" ExtROM.
You will generally have to play around quite a bit doing many hard resets pressing
the left and right softkeys while pressing reset until you have determined all the
necessary cab files that result in your desired operation. The Config.txt file has
a listing of all the commands that are performed during the installation of ExtROM
cab files and settings. Of course, every time you do a hard reset you will have to
download and run the HERMES_MountExtROM.CAB file again in order to be able to have
access the ExtROM. The following is a list of commands for the Config.txt file:
CAB: \<directory>\<filename>
This is the install directive, with the argument being the full path to a CAB file
that is to be installed. The directory is usually "Extended_ROM" since the rest of
the device will be clear; however it can be set to point to a directory on storage
cards (though this is not recommended for obvious reasons--the storage card is not
guaranteed to be present during a hard reset of the device).
EXEC:\<directory>\<filename>
This is used to execute a file present either in the Extended_ROM, or somewhere on
the device itself (or again possibly on a storage card). Usually on the Hermes for
instance you might see "EXEC:\Windows\SetHSDPA.exe /Disable" if the ROM has chosen
to disable HSDPA (please note that this file is not always present on all versions
of ROMs).
CPY1:<directory>\<srcfile> / CPY2:\<directory>\<dstfile>
These commands are used to copy a file from one place to another, CPY1 is used for
identifying the file to copy and CPY2 is used to point to its destination. They're
quite useful if you need to copy settings, or other information from the ExtROM to
the main filesystem. As with CAB and EXEC there are technically no restrictions on
the source and destination directories, but it is generally not recommended to use
storage card references from within the ExtROM.
LOCK:Enabled / LOCK:Disabled
These commands lock the user interface so that no input can be made (interference)
during the installation process. Assuming you are installing any unsigned or other
custom applications you will need to put it outside this grouping.
SHOW:<directory>\<bitmap>
This should display a background image during the install process of your choosing
but as I've never had the ocassion to use it I am unsure of the specifications for
the image itself. Search forums for more information if you would like to use it.
HIDE:Enabled / HIDE:Disabled
These commands hide (enabled) and show again (disabled) the "installer" screen for
the ExtROM installation process. These commands are most useful when you have need
to install unsigned applications (or other custom apps that require user input) so
that the user is able to see (and when not in LOCK mode interact with) the install
process for that specific application. Usually you would exit LOCK mode then enter
HIDE mode before performing the installation of non-signed applications.
RST: Reset
This does exactly what you would expect--it performs a soft reset. This command is
usually placed at the end and in fact it shouldn't go anywhere else or the install
will be interrupted at the point of reset (and not resume afterwards).
The following is an example of how one might choose to set up their Config.txt. It
includes installation of cab files, the copying of an application from ExtROM into
main memory and its execution, the interactive installation of applications and an
example interactive application execution. Please note that it is not necessary to
copy an application to main memory in order to execute it.
LOCK:Enabled
CAB: \Extended_ROM\file1.CAB
CAB: \Extended_ROM\file2.CAB
CAB: \Extended_ROM\file3.CAB
CPY1:\Extended_ROM\app.exe
CPY2:\My Documents\app.exe
EXEC:\My Documents\app.exe
LOCK:Disabled
HIDE:Enabled
CAB: \Extended_ROM\app1.CAB
CAB: \Extended_ROM\app2.CAB
EXEC:\Extended_ROM\interactive.exe
HIDE:Disabled
RST: Reset
Thats it! You're on your own from here as to how you would like to create your own
custom ExtROM. You should now have an upgraded ROM/RADIO ROM/ExtROM and a reset of
the device (using the left and right soft keys with reset) will make sure that the
ExtROM is hidden and locked again (and of course provide a fresh install).
Hope this document has been useful, feel free to chime in with additional tips and
any comments on errors in this doc or additional information that may be useful!
-Q
Great!
I also wrote a summery of info I got on xda-dev: Making upgrading and unlocking a bit clearer
But your text is much more detailed. Escpecially the commands explaination in "Create Custom ExtROM" is very nice!
Thanks a lot to both for such complete info and resources. Mine is right now upgrading to 1.35.
move this tutorial to wiki??
honestabe said:
move this tutorial to wiki??
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I linked it on the Upgrading FAQs wiki page:
http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=Hermes_UpgradeFAQ
Any one knows about how to downgrade at formally versions?
I wanna try Dopod_CHT9000_1237071_1060010_WWE_SHIP or DopodAsia_AUS_1.30.707.4_1.20.31.10_WWE_Ship.
Thank you.
HTC TyTN
ROM 1.35.255.2 WWE
BootLoader 1.04
Unbranded HTC TyTn
I've just bought a new HTC TyTn and I would like to upgrade the Radio Rom etc...
As the phone isn't locked to any network, I'm assuming that I don't need to apply any SuperCID hacks etc to the device to perform upgrades. Am I correct in thinking this?
Do I still need to keep the bootloader to 1.04 etc?
I really haven't a clue here, I've had a look through some of the wiki, but it seems to be geared to hacking branded devices etc.
Please let me know what I need to do and where I can find the relevant info to get my TyTn / Hermes completely up-to-date, with stable releases please.
All the version no. are in my signature.
Thanks!
mezhopking said:
I've just bought a new HTC TyTn and I would like to upgrade the Radio Rom etc...
As the phone isn't locked to any network, I'm assuming that I don't need to apply any SuperCID hacks etc to the device to perform upgrades. Am I correct in thinking this?
Do I still need to keep the bootloader to 1.04 etc?
I really haven't a clue here, I've had a look through some of the wiki, but it seems to be geared to hacking branded devices etc.
Please let me know what I need to do and where I can find the relevant info to get my TyTn / Hermes completely up-to-date, with stable releases please.
All the version no. are in my signature.
Thanks!
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mezhopking - welcome to XDA-DEV...
all you need these days is to use and read up on SSPL, this application/bootloader allows you to upgrade/downgrade to any shipped rom update...
walshieau said:
mezhopking - welcome to XDA-DEV...
all you need these days is to use and read up on SSPL, this application/bootloader allows you to upgrade/downgrade to any shipped rom update...
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Thanks walshieau, what rom do you suggest I upgrade to? My radio rom seems to be pretty crap, has awful reception and constantly losing utms/gprs. I've come from a HTC wizard, where I had no problems with gprs or phone connections.
Any help appreciated...
i suggest you use the HTC 2.05 AKU 3.3 rom... i have found that to be quite stable and have had no problems as yet...http://rapidshare.com/files/17337364/RUU_Hermes_HTC_WWE_2.05.255.1_6275_1.34.00.10_108_Test.exe
walshieau said:
i suggest you use the HTC 2.05 AKU 3.3 rom... i have found that to be quite stable and have had no problems as yet...http://rapidshare.com/files/17337364/RUU_Hermes_HTC_WWE_2.05.255.1_6275_1.34.00.10_108_Test.exe
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With this ROM you've suggested, is it simply a case of running it on my PC? Or do I need to have the SSPL program running?
I've just downloaded and opened the ROM, isn't this a simple program, do I need to do additional task to install it, as I'm using an unlocked phone?
download this tool http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=293651 on the first post and follow his instructrions... then you can just simply run the .exe file... its that easy
Backup existing ROM
The wiki is very confusing on this.
Like mezhopking I have an unbranded TyTN Her200 with the 7/06 factory ROM. On the off chance a Crossbow update becomes available and/or if it never materializes I'd like to know I can go back to the factory setting (so it looks legit to the installer or subsequent buyer). Therefore I'd like to back up my current ROM- it's about the only thing I didn't snag off of the ftp server before it went down.
Should I look at the tool they were talking about using if someone at 3GSM found a TyTN/Hermes running WM6 (the microsd rom grabber) or is there a better way?
teambnet said:
The wiki is very confusing on this.
Like mezhopking I have an unbranded TyTN Her200 with the 7/06 factory ROM. On the off chance a Crossbow update becomes available and/or if it never materializes I'd like to know I can go back to the factory setting (so it looks legit to the installer or subsequent buyer). Therefore I'd like to back up my current ROM- it's about the only thing I didn't snag off of the ftp server before it went down.
Should I look at the tool they were talking about using if someone at 3GSM found a TyTN/Hermes running WM6 (the microsd rom grabber) or is there a better way?
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The original Cinguarl Rom is available on the wiki on rapidsahre, get it now and save it.
We already have an ExtROM unhider, what we need is an ExtROM unlocker.
Can someone please develop this
Enables the Ext Rom visible
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\System\StorageManager\Profiles\EXT_FLASHDRV]
"MountHidden"=dword:00000000
Exit and Reboot after changes and ur done
it lets u view it but i cant figure out how 2 make changes yet. its still locked.
I believe he stated he already had the extrom unhidden.... now he needs it unlocked....
I haven't been successful at unlocking the extrom either....
An unlocker does exist for the Titan...
Check this thread:
http://www.ppcgeeks.com/external-rom-unlocker-unhider-get-it-here-t5845,highlight,extrom.html
as i said
as i said.... at this time there is no way to unlock the ext_rom on the titan. I'm sure it's possible, it's just a matter of time before it's figured out....
by the way, your ppcgeeks thread with the "unlocker" doesn't work. Try reading more than just the original post.
I believe Paul Hammons is working on one. He is finishing up the Dialer, then will be working on the unlocker. He said he is close to testing it
Mogul Extrom Junkware
/here's one possible work-around, You'll need one of the extrom unhiders (actually possibly not needed) and aegistry editor. There is an autorun file in the extrom, whose parameters are in config.txt (also in extrom). The autorun is called in:
HKLM\Comm\AutoRun
and the config file in:
HKLM\Comm\AutoRunCFG
If you just want to stop the whole extrom contents just delete the entry on the first item.
Or you could edit the config file to what you want, copy it to the windows folder, and then point the HKLM\Comm\AutoRunCFG to the new config file.
As always. hack at your own risk.
Rob
The extrom is only loaded after a hard reset though and a registry change will be erased at that point. There is also no way to create a custom rom yet for the Titan. So there is no way to have those entries set after a hard reset. The way to avoid extrom installs is to soft reset just before they load after a hard reset. There are other advantages to an unlocker however.
ImCoKeMaN said:
The extrom is only loaded after a hard reset though and a registry change will be erased at that point. There is also no way to create a custom rom yet for the Titan. So there is no way to have those entries set after a hard reset. The way to avoid extrom installs is to soft reset just before they load after a hard reset. There are other advantages to an unlocker however.
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That's what I did when I did my last hard reset last weekend. Now I don't have all the Sprint junk on my phone.
How much extra space can you unlock? (when someone figures out how to unlock it anyway)
It should be a decent amount but I don't load anything on internal memory, I have a 2GB SD card. I'm waiting for a ROM cooker but not until after Sprint releases the EV-DO A upgrade.
Madzilla said:
How much extra space can you unlock? (when someone figures out how to unlock it anyway)
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Madzilla said:
How much extra space can you unlock? (when someone figures out how to unlock it anyway)
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the extended rom is only 8mb in available size anyways. The current items in the extrom take up a around 1.5 mb anyways. It's not a "decent" amount like the previous member stated.....
"The previous poster" thinks that 8MB is a decent amount.
Did anyone get the unlocker for the HTC 6800 Extended ROM.......
The titan.cab wrks great on the unhidder but i still cant modify anything.
Hello,
wceload.exe method not working on wm6.5 roms, cab autoinstall, still deploy software on first run.
Is there another way?
is it possible to unlock extrom, I want to install some of the "oem customizations" not all of them, cause they are outdated or not needed at all.