Hello everyone.
I know that there is already a big thread to discuss about Diamond2 clones, but I've decided to create my own thread, only focused on T5388++, to make it clean and organized as I like.
In this thread you'll find all my cooked ROMs. You should be able to get it from my T5388++ 4shared folder! You can bookmark this link. The password to access the folder is XDA-Developers.
Feel free to post your comments. I hope you like it!
EDIT: Don't you forget to donate for all my work. I've made some improvements over the official ROMs and you all know it. A lot of downloads of my ROMs have been made, but only a few people have donated. Remember that I do this in my spare time and a little contribution is highly appreciated.
Just for your information, in less than 2 months, there were more than 100 downloads of V1 ROM.
Available ROMs
Here you can find my custom made T5388++ ROMs. Please be sure to read this carefully in order to avoid unnecessary questions.
Removed from OEM:
*.mui files
ROMs download links:
Please check my 4shared folder link in the the first post.
Version History:
v1
Initial release, based on WM Build 23123 and OEM Drivers from official T5388++ C03.020.01 ROM
Includes HiSilicon Camera v1.1
HTC EzInput v2.1 (Build 2012.2024) and EzInput SIP Menu integrated
Microsoft default keyboard removed
Includes LockDevice to automatically lock the device after screen power off (more info)
WM LockScreen is enabled by default
Includes MortScript v4.3b15
Added a HTC Diamond2 sync icon (created by me) that appears in Windows Mobile Device Center
HTC GSensor SDK integrated (more info)
Disabled Start / OK softkeys and enabled text mode (more info)
v2
Based on WM Build 23144 and OEM Drivers from official T5388i C03.021.08 ROM
Removed HiMMITest and all it's modules
Includes ArcsoftMMS v5.2.8.45
Includes HTC Connection Setup v3.1 (Build 2011.1725) with the latest database for an easy MMS/GPRS network configuration
v3
Based on WM Build 28244 (WMD)
Includes TAN messages fix
Minor cosmetic fixes
P.S.: My ROMs can’t be flashed using the SD flashing method because I have removed IPL, RAMInit, USBLoad and XLDR in order not to flash those parts every time and avoid bricks. You have to use IDT flasher, which for me is the best solution.
* Reserved for future use.
** Reserved for future use.
Finally i uploaded this ROM ... and I'm pleased at first sight.
This man just have done great work. It's fast and clean and with good bonuses! Ultra FAST
I hope that i'll be able to donate few $$ soon.
I have question to the cooker : How can i boost to maximum screen sensitivity ?
The only 1 problem is described below by another good user:
And don't remember to fully charge before you begin
MicAlter said:
BTW what is the latest original ENG ROM?
I've found a list at "3w.htc-topaz.co.cc/files/index.php?dir=ChineseClone_Files" and flashed to S650WM653_20100412_C0302001_english.rar. I think that this may be the latest one, isn't it? Proofed don't know newer. It works on 5388++
Here I go:
Flashed from C03.001.01 ENG to your WM23135-ROM
Result: Restart Loop
[1] Flashing finishes without error
[2] After flashing ROM the device restarts itself
[3] Removed USB Cable
[4] Blue "Touch Diamond 2" is displayed
[5] New animated Windows Mobile Welcome-Screen is displayed
[6] Display goes black and device restarts
[7] goto [4]
Flashed from C03.001.01 ENG to C03.020.01 ENG
Result: Flashing successfull
[1] Flashing finishes without error
[2] WM is working properly
Flashed from C03.020.01 ENG to your WM23135-ROM
Result: Flashing successfull - BUT!!!
[1] Flashing finishes without error
[2] Now WM is starting without restart
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Thanks a lot!
Thanks a lot bgcngm for all your hard work already so fast. I will try your new ROM next week. Good that you removed the boot firmware so all of us have less chance that the phone will becomes a brick
I would like to see the extendir version if I don't ask too much the Manila2D package for DUAL SIM
Have fun with cooking.
Thank you Eer.
I will work on the Extendir ROM maybe this weekend.
Right now I only wanted to release a normal one so that everyone can install without a problem. I had it running in my T5388++ for 3 days and haven't experienced a single SoD. I'm now starting to believe that the SoD's reported by some users are due to hardware problems... Additionally Wifi, GPS, GSensor, Bluetooth, Phone1/2 are fully working.
bgcngm said:
Thank you Eer.
I'm now starting to believe that the SoD's reported by some users are due to hardware problems...
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That's NOT true! I had SOD on my T5388++ every day until i have flashed ROM from previous thread!
Well, if you are so sure about that, then you should have no SoD with my V1 ROM either. As I said, I have been running it for 4 days without experiencing any SoD.
First of all, thanks for your work. I think that SOD is a mixture of both, software and hardware, surely these are not all made mobile with the same components, causing problems of instability depending on models depending on hardware. I do not think the solution comes from a magical software, surely that one will be good for another will not.
These are all assumptions clear jejejeje.
I had just installed this ROM.
Common impression: it's VERY fast.
PS:
Today's item "Wireless" is still "squashed"
BIG666 said:
PS:
Today's item "Wireless" is still "squashed"
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I guess that it will always be squashed. To be honest I haven't tried to fix it because I don't use the old Today anymore. As far as I understand, the plugin doesn't "work" properly with this WM build.
Just for curiosity, why do you enable the old Today screen? Don't you like Titanium?
bgcngm said:
I guess that it will always be squashed. To be honest I haven't tried to fix it because I don't use the old Today anymore. As far as I understand, the plugin doesn't "work" properly with this WM build.
Just for curiosity, why do you enable the old Today screen? Don't you like Titanium?
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I don't like new WM6.5-Style "Today" (IMHO it suxx). I'd prefer to use more "ascetic" WM6.1-Style, with several items(plugins) on it: Date/Time, Wireless, SPB Weather, SPB Pocket Plus or Resco Today Plugin
bgcngm said:
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P.S.: This ROM can’t be flashed using the SD flashing method because I have removed IPL, RAMInit, USBLoad and XLDR in order not to flash those parts every time and avoid bricks. You have to use IDT flasher, which for me is the best solution.
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I flashed it using the SD method, successfully .
(Maybe IDT is better, but all of my machines use Win7 x64... which is not working with IDT. Flashing from Virtual XP under Win7 x64 was not option last time, so I was brave.)
ThoSi, can you tell me how were you able to flash the ROM via SD? When I tried it, I got a message telling that the file size was not correct. My microSD card is formatted as FAT32, but the size (4GB) may be the problem.
I'm also running Win7 x64 in my laptop, so I have to use XP Mode in order to flash via IDT. It fails a lot of times, that's why I choose to remove unneeded parts from the ROM.
bgcngm said:
I'm also running Win7 x64 in my laptop, so I have to use XP Mode in order to flash via IDT. It fails a lot of times, that's why I choose to remove unneeded parts from the ROM.
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I have Win7x64. I'm using VMware with WinXP to run IDT without any problems.
bgcngm said:
ThoSi, can you tell me how were you able to flash the ROM via SD? When I tried it, I got a message telling that the file size was not correct. My microSD card is formatted as FAT32, but the size (4GB) may be the problem.
I'm also running Win7 x64 in my laptop, so I have to use XP Mode in order to flash via IDT. It fails a lot of times, that's why I choose to remove unneeded parts from the ROM.
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Kingston micro-SDHC, 4 GB ,FAT32
Phone Off, Turn on with Volume Down button + Power button, then choose yes to upgrade. The ROM was renamed to K3img.bin in the root of SD card.
(I never had error with XP Mode (although sometimes hard to attach USB device to VirtualXP), just i had to lend one of my 2GB RAM, so I have low memory now - not running VXP)
BIG666 said:
I don't like new WM6.5-Style "Today" (IMHO it suxx). I'd prefer to use more "ascetic" WM6.1-Style, with several items(plugins) on it: Date/Time, Wireless, SPB Weather, SPB Pocket Plus or Resco Today Plugin
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I believe it has nothing to do with this build, it will look 'squashed' on all VGA and WVGA devices? At least, I had the same sort of issues on my Touch HD when using plugin's that did were not specifically programmed to also support VGA.
bgcngm said:
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v1
Initial release, based on WM Build 23123
Includes HiSilicon Camera v1.1
HTC EzInput v2.1 (Build 2012.2024) and EzInput SIP Menu integrated
Microsoft default keyboard removed
Includes LockDevice to automatically lock the device after screen power off (more info)
WM LockScreen is enabled by default
Includes MortScript v4.3b15
Added a HTC Diamond2 sync icon (created by me) that appears in Windows Mobile Device Center
HTC GSensor SDK integrated (more info)
Disabled Start / OK softkeys and enabled text mode (more info)
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great job!
Maybe also integrate AAreset? I find Windows Mobile behaves a lot better with a daily scheduled reset (I have it at 06h30). I think it may be a good habit for all WM devices. Dump the exe's in /windows and a link in the system menu.
But why remove MS keyboard? Could you not just make it non-default?
PS: did you not also had MMS integrated before?
I had a bit of improvement with touch screen sensitivity with following adjustments:
I've found this in another thread but dll is the same so.. i think there is kind of
improvement - test and reply
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\HARDWARE\DEVICEMAP\TOUCH]
Here i added two lines:
"TouchSensitivity"=dword:8 ; Touch screen sensitivity, max sens. = 1,
min sens. = 63 - of course 1
"PressureFilter"=dword:0 ; 0 - disable Pressure Treshold Filter, 1 -
enable Pressure Treshold Filter - of course 0
I didn't tested other values as long as i sensed improvement, you could.
I also checked this:
HKLM\system\GWE\touch\filter and change the value to 0. Wait 25sec and restart.
Related
Hello all!
Here is the new way of rom cooking and upgrading for our Prophet:
- new original XIP
- original drivers
- original OEM from 734 ROM
- fast official update method without downgradings and first steps
- no miniOS partition + LZX compression of IMGFS (+20Mb Storage to install programs)
Stable and fast!
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This is a clean rom with no additional programs and themes installed cooked with official Artemis WM6 SYS part. Only Office mobile updated to the latest version and some unused applications removed. Original 12 Mb poolsize - can be changed later.
No screenshots because you can't see something new - clean official rom with official theme
Update instructions:
1. Download g4.zip attached if you have G4 device or download g3.zip attached if you have G3 device. Unpack it to some place on you PC. You will have 2 dirs inside: "jumpspl" and "update"
2. Copy 3 files from "jumpspl" dir to the root of your Prophet (near Windows folder)
3. Download and unpack nk.nbf to "update" folder on your PC ( Download link: http://rapidshare.com/files/73971476/nk.rar.html )
4. Disconnect your device form PC
5. Run "SPL.lnk" in the root of your device from File manager. You will see a white screen
6. Connect your device to PC with USB cable
7. Run "ROMUpdateUtility.exe" in "update" folder and follow all steps
8. You can see process indicator only on PC! Screen of your device will be white during all update process. When finished your device will reboot.
9. Enjoy
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If you want to change poolsize - download "korand_wwe_1_change_pool_size.zip" attached. This is patched Paradis utils. Just connect your device to PC with Activesync and run .bat with needed poolsize.
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Bass boost and earphone volume up - download "korand_volume_up.zip" attached and see readme.txt for details. You need to import the registry files (I do it by Resco Explorer).
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Based on firestarter prophet rom from 4pda.ru
Thanks to Prislav for his work and help
[size=+1]New version available:[/size] Korand WWE 2.1 Clean
OK, waht's inside the ROM? Picture, themes, included programs...
please give some screenshots and some description about everything inside your ROM..
thanks
matthze, varanusvincent - its a clean rom with no modifications or additional programs and themes installed.
The main advantages of this rom are: original XIP, drivers, OEM part and no Extrom (+20 Mb to storage).
All native - no bugs with drivers!
And OS part can be taken from any WM6 ROM. I take OS part from official WM6 update for Artemis (a little old build 17745 - but official and stable) - but can take any other.
Sounds very interesting
Had someone already tried this rom?
Feedbacks?
Looks like a normal WM6 ROM.
I didn't flash it jet. The new Cam software is inside.
Which WM6 Build is this based on? And what is the value of free storage?
This looks interresting.. Iam really considering to try it out..
Anyone got it flashed ?
If it does include the new camera s/w, does it have the same battery drain reported by others?
I'd be interested in a review from anyone who's installed this. I would do it myself but I have no time this week. Thanks for posting it, I don't know why but I expect it will be very good.
thankx man...
downloading...
Virus Alert
AVG reports "Dropper.Agent" in both the G3 and G4 files attatched.
Please be careful. Let me know if this is in error.
skylow said:
Looks like a normal WM6 ROM.
I didn't flash it jet. The new Cam software is inside.
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new cam?? if it refers to the "new camera", the ansewr is negative.
however, this rom is really interesting, fast and responsive so far...
iiiox said:
new cam?? if it refers to the "new camera", the ansewr is negative.
however, this rom is really interesting, fast and responsive so far...
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Okay you have it iiiox ? Great ! What about a mini review my friend.. ?
Screenshot?
Can you post a screenshot?
Da9L said:
Okay you have it iiiox ? Great ! What about a mini review my friend.. ?
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Sure, my friend^^" just mention a few noteworthy as below:
@Korand: Many thanks for sharing
Speed: Fleeting
it takes less than a quarter round of the waiting cursor to open the windows folder with 14xx files / omap 264HMz (not as precisely a way to measure the speed, but certainly enough for a quick review^^")
Whether or not the speed lasts after intalling various apps remains more observation
Memory: A LOT
Storage : 57.41M
Program: 24M+ (12PP)
Both available storage memory and program memory are definitely amazing! 24M+ for program seems not so appealing at the first sight, but if the additional 6M is added as other roms with 6 PP, the total available program memory will be over 30M+
Stability: Not quite sure, but it "seems" not very optimistic^^"
Without the stability-killer "nls with chinese regions", something negative occured as below:
1. SD card missing happend once
2. The compatibility seems not good. The super lean HTC Home modified by hma4 doesn't work, celedial, a smartdialing-like app, doesn't work, either ...(try some other version later / edited: HTC.Kaizer.Home.Plugin.with.Tabsetting.schen.cab works. not sure if anyone installs incompatible apps above with luck...)
3. No "start" sound effect like the early roms from Gullum (easy to deal with though)
4. Old camera, and the quality is, unfortunately, horrible....(see the thumbnail) Note: for this single reason, i've backed to my favorate one^^"
Others:
1. No touchflo (might try FtoughFlo later)
2. No smart dialing
All opinions above are merely my very personal experience. You may find it much better than I observed and vice versa. Yet it's always touching to know that some more wonderful people are still trying to last the legend of our prophet^^
korand have you patched TrueFFS.dll to merge the extrom with storage ?
How did you manage to merge the extrom ?
iiox :
the reason your camera is like that is because you overclocked your device.
thank you!
hma4 said:
iiox :
the reason your camera is like that is because you overclocked your device.
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Thank you very much for the info^^"
I've noticed that....yet i used to "review" all roms with conditions as similar as possible. Although it's impossible with the respect of speed or stability, the quality of camera can be an exception....maybe...^^"
BTW, I'm so curious if your super lean HTC Home can be installed properly into this rom^^? I tried and failed >_<"
iiiox said:
Thank you very much for the info^^"
I've noticed that....yet i used to "review" all roms with conditions as similar as possible. Although it's impossible with the respect of speed or stability, the quality of camera can be an exception....maybe...^^"
BTW, I'm so curious if your super lean HTC Home can be installed properly into this rom^^? I tried and failed >_<"
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i haven't flash this rom yet (no time) but maybe the reason is that cooker of this rom haven't applied the security off package. anyway, where did you find my home plug in ?! in extrom folder of crystal V4 ?! because that cab file is only for Crystal V4.
I will look inside this rom later when i had time then i can answer your question.
hma4 said:
i haven't flash this rom yet (no time) but maybe the reason is that cooker of this rom haven't applied the security off package. anyway, where did you find my home plug in ?! in extrom folder of crystal V4 ?! because that cab file is only for Crystal V4.
I will look inside this rom later when i had time then i can answer your question.
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Only for Crystal V4....? no wonder then -_-"
Anyway, patiently wait for your experience about this rom and ...hehehe...your V5
Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional AKU 1.0.0
5.2.19199 Build 19199.1.0.0 WWE (ENG)
v1g
Author:
- pArtizAn (Erofich)
Thanks to:
- Alex[DFR] - WM6.1 Pro XIP, a lot of useful info
- GreateVK - betatesting, advices, SmartPhone->PocketPC device id changing, rewritten keyboard driver
- Jony_aa - betatesting
What's included:
- NET Compact Framework v2.0
- xT9 Eng/Rus
- StarTrek settings applet
- Short Home button press to Win
- Long Home button press to OK/Close
- MS Office deleted
- Windows Live deleted
- Esmertec Jbed 3D java
Known issues:
- software keyboard required to write is some text fields
How to flash:
0) READ A README.DOC FILE located in RUU folder in the archive!!!
1) make an application unlock
1.5) make a SuperCID (optional)
2) copy content of SSPL folder to the root (\ folder) of your device
3) run SPL.lnk from the root (\ folder) of your device
4) run ROM Update Utility.exe (from RUU directory in the archive) on your PC
5) follow the instructions
6) wait until flash process will be completed
7) READ A README.DOC FILE located in RUU folder in the archive!!!
You can flash it over ANY (Qtek, Dopod or Cingular) rom!
Download:
https://disk.yandex.ru/d/NuX0TfNy3Przs
REUPLOADED in 2023
Erofich!
Looks amazing... Although the link is dead
Churchill said:
Erofich!
Looks amazing... Although the link is dead
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link fixed
OK I downloaded it via the russian Forum...
It is mentioned that some fields need onscreen keyboard... Do you need it in messaging?
And how fast is the device with the PRO version??
link is dead again
It's WM61ProV1g.7z, not WM61Prov1g.7z.
Anyway, it's finally here, cant wait to flash it. Totally awesome.
I was waiting for this but I cannot flash right now. Can't wait to find time for flash and test.
Thanks a lot Erofich, you are the best!
Thank You!
It's already running on my Qtek 8500! At moment I've done only my first phone call with new OS
Thank You!!
im backing up my phone now and i will be joining the WM6.1 PRO community soon! ETA 90min. thanks Erofich!
backup done! preparing to flash... fingers crossed..
Beautiful ROM
Not that i dislike Russian but the Calendar and Date/Time show Russian and the rest is in English. Can this be changed?
Really nice ROM
I like it a lot. Everything with Active Sync seems to be working great. Great work. I would like to donate something via paypal. is this possible.
woobieman75 said:
Not that i dislike Russian but the Calendar and Date/Time show Russian and the rest is in English. Can this be changed?
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i think you can change the language in regional settings. im not 100% sure, my phone is still backing up. cant wait to try it.
woobieman75 said:
Not that i dislike Russian but the Calendar and Date/Time show Russian and the rest is in English. Can this be changed?
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Change it to yours in regional settings
most likely, you only need to change it in settings-system-regional settings
Update on Russian Language
Update: Sorry it was be default in Russian. I just set it to English.
Why should somebody change from standard WM 6.1 to WM 6.1 Pro? - The Pro Version has not so much funktiones - as i see...
What are the advantages of the new version?
Thanks!
Bug(s) List
OK i finally flashed WM6.1 PRO to my startrek. so *****ing as always (sorry Erofich, i just want to help you guys iron out the bugs), here is the bugs list. (to be updated as frequently as needed, so please check back this post)
Bug List (updated 20th Mac 08)
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1. Microphone AGC does not work. enabling will only get a white display with nothing (doesnt hang the device though). and when you check it again, it is still not enabled.
UPDATE : Will be removed in future version
2. When in fake cursor mode, if you leave the device there for a while and it does into standby, the device wakes up in a black dark screen, with only cursor working and the rest of the buttons disabled. cannot access anything too. (i have the owner information displayed on power up optoion checked)
UPDATE : According to Erofich, new cursor coming soon!
3. Camera software is not displaying properly. no menu can be seen, or message from the software cannot be seen. settings keys not working too.
UPDATE : Currently in development by Erofich
4. I noticed bluetooth light is flashing when device is switced on, however, when the OS is fully loaded, bluetooth is not ON. not really an issue, just an observation.
Suggestion(s)
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1. back key for smartphone to be enabled so we can map it to close/OK instead of having to hold home key. (will it affect phone dialing backspace? im not sure)
UPDATE : As suspected, nothing can be done here. Holding home key for OK/Close is a bit troublesome,but i guess we just have to sacrifice this for WM PRO
2. where can i download abode reader LE 2.00.261818 cab that i can choose installation path? can you please make a cab for this program?
Annoying Issues with using WM PRO without touchscreen ( Not the author's fault )
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1. Old programs that are not designed with soft key feature is a really a PAIN. have to depend a lot on fake cursor. hopefully GreatVK will have a better solution for cursor.
UPDATE : Discovered an easier way of minimizing. double click on home key will minimize any running program.
P/S :All these testings and getting used to is giving me a headache.. will do further testings later. Great work Erofich and your team! By the way, you just appeared in engadget! http://www.engadget.com/2008/03/20/windows-mobile-6-1-professional-running-on-an-htc-startrek/
Witch Type of t9 i have to install? The default cab for smartphone doesen't work...
slavix said:
Witch Type of t9 i have to install? The default cab for smartphone doesen't work...
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this is WM6.1 PRO, smartphone softwares wont work with it (not fully compatible)
alexnvidia said:
this is WM6.1 PRO, smartphone softwares wont work with it (not fully compatible)
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Yes tes.. but i think the Xt9 for pocket pc works.. but witch pack of xt9? I try something... i try to change mssp2 and statdict.0409 and dictprob.0409 file to italian.. but i have no results! My girls write and write message.. I think i have to Keep his hands occupied with my one eyed snake.. hahahah!
!This ROM is based on FireROM (0.3) by Chainfire!
Credit goes to him for making this ROm and being the first one to release a cooked Raphael ROM. He asked me to change the name of the ROM which I have done (needed to upload the whole stuf to rapidcrap again
The new name of the ROM will (for now) be Baaijte 0.1
After I mentioned my adjustments to the original FireROM in that thread, some people asked me to post this ROM, so here it is.
http://rapidshare.com/files/141632465/Baaijte01.rar.html
This is the very first time I've cooked a ROM. I'm running it on my own TP without problems, but that is the only testing it' has gotten. If you find things are not working as they should, I would really appreciate some feedback (be gentile though )
What have I changed:
-removed tcmpcp
-removed pocketrar
-removed wktask
-removed QickMenu
-restored LargeMenu and regular taskmanager
-altered weather locations to give stock NL list
-removed 4 icons-in-a-row adjustment
-replaced BCR with west european version
-added call history tab (extracted info from cab in diamond apps section)
-added googlemaps
-restored startup gif and wav
-t9 languages added (dutch anyway)
-removed PlayShow
-removed getting started video
-added ringtone Atmosphere (converted to wma and made it default)
-sliding sound (keyboard) on, set to 4 (Mechanical) (did not show up checked on restart though)
-Set identity to TouchPro
-Long end key press turns of data connection (not sure if this works)
-restored original splash, animation and sound
-altered list on internet tab to give stok NL list (google.nl, telegraaf, etc.)
I'm interested in updating the WM build to 20721 but don't know how to do that. If one of the more experienced chefs wants to explain, it would be much appreciated.
Yep, no idea what to say here except thanks for the work and after wiping the sleep from my eyes.......
"""""WM build to 20""7"""21"""""""""""
from 20273 to 20721 is an uprgade
Just flashed and running now! Thanks for the ROM.
If I discover any bugs I'll let you know.
I would appreciate it if you changed your ROM's name and state somewhere it's based on my FireROM instead. When I continue cooking my own ROMs, I will want to use the FireROM name again.
heheh, I wiped the sleep from my eyes to discover that too
Xtreme XL said:
from 20273 to 20721 is an uprgade
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Your wish...
Chainfire said:
I would appreciate it if you changed your ROM's name and state somewhere it's based on my FireROM instead. When I continue cooking my own ROMs, I will want to use the FireROM name again.
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...is my command
Had no intention to hyjack the name. Used it so others could guess what is was about. Will change the name. See announcement in first post. As I said in th PM: If it troubles you, I'll remove it.
Good day,
I am trying to update my pro (tmobile) with your rom.
I did a hardspl and conformed it at the manual bootloader.
but everytime i run the romupdateutiliy my phone goes black.
the status bar is on my pc screen (vista) and nothing happens for about 2 minuts.
then it says it is failed.
What am i doing wrong ?
never had this issue with my Diamond.
flashed it this morning the same way i am trying to flash the pro.
anyone??
anheuer said:
Good day,
I am trying to update my pro (tmobile) with your rom.
I did a hardspl and conformed it at the manual bootloader.
but everytime i run the romupdateutiliy my phone goes black.
the status bar is on my pc screen (vista) and nothing happens for about 2 minuts.
then it says it is failed.
What am i doing wrong ?
never had this issue with my Diamond.
flashed it this morning the same way i am trying to flash the pro.
anyone??
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Soory, don't know what is wrong. Mine is working fine with this ROM.
anheuer said:
then it says it is failed.
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Do you get an ERROR code? And if yes... which one?
I've added your ROM to the Cooked ROM's wiki page.
I've installed it, works great! just one thing allready noticing:
i can't seem to select other wifi data encryption modes other then WEP.
SO i can't connect to my WPA router/modem. Previously i was running
RAPH300
APL-1.69.0000
MicroP-Herm (LED) v13
MicroP-Herm KEY v8
Psoc-herm stage_cvt v0x35
BRanded dutch t-mobile mda, and i had more wifi settings.
Iss there maybe a .cab or something i can download to patch the wifi ?
Never mind, above issue was only when i had the USB cable detected, and therefor it probably uses shared internetthrough my PC and cant use wifi, unless its sharing or something?
I did have some issue's with the keyboard lagging/not responding at all in certain things, but i had it soft reset and everything si working very smooth!
how do i flash the rom with hardspl, shall i overwrite the RUU_Signed.nbh with the downlaoded one in the hardspl folder. pls help
Thanks
WatskeBart said:
I've added your ROM to the Cooked ROM's wiki page.
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Had not thought about that yet. Was thinking that it only applied for real chefs
sluden said:
how do i flash the rom with hardspl, shall i overwrite the RUU_Signed.nbh with the downlaoded one in the hardspl folder. pls help
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Indeed you need to have the custom RUU upadter (the .exe) and the .nbh in the same dir. Just run the exe and folow the steps.
My wife recently got a Sprint Touch Pro, and considering the flashing junkie that I am (and how much I hate stock roms), the first thing I did was to jump in here to see what could be done about it. Much to my surprise, it seems that XDA-Devs has very little information regarding the HTC Herman variants (Sprint, Verizon, Alltel, etc.) since most of the development for the Raphael is being done for the GSM version only. There are a few scattered threads about this but I figured that a sticky (and a Wiki update) will not hurt the site and as an added bonus, it will help the noobs (and some Seniors too ).
I found most of this information in ppcgeeks.com, so feel free to lurk around that forum as well since it is packed with useful information.
Instructions are the same as with the GSM models, only inverted. In other words, [highlight]IF YOU FLASH THIS ON A NON-CDMA PHONE, YOU WILL BRICK IT. NO QUESTIONS ASKED.[/highlight]
I am not responsible if you brick, damage, or affect the functionality of your phone in any way, shape, or form. Do this under your own discretion...
And as usual, when in doubt...READ!!!!
Edit: You will need a software to unzip the files (Winzip, Winrar, 7-zip, etc). It has been reported that the Vista file decompressor (or something like that) will associate this package with Adobe reader, making it difficult to open it...
Edit 2: If you are flashing for MetroPCS, please follow this amazing guide that dreynam2 has put together!!!
Here goes:
Step 1: HardSPL Unlocking!
Again, all this information can be found in www.ppcgeeks.com (original thread here). I just wanted to make it available to people at this site. Thanks to cmonex and the full CDMA Raphael Elite Team!
UPDATE: VZW SPL posted. (there will be an all-in-one unlocker later, but until then please read the instructions and decide which file is for your device.)
CDMA Raphael Elite Team (see: http://forum.ppcgeeks.com/showthread.php?t=41345) presents exclusive Touch Pro CDMA Hard-SPL to you!
SSPL, HSPL, relocker made by cmonex, Wrappers by olinex, SD flasher and relocker (coming soon) by no2chem. thanks to NexVision (btw I'm really sorry), zule/Shadowmite and no2chem for testing!!!
there are three HSPL's now (for the non-verizon ones it is a similar scene to Diamond_C).
1. 0.25.MFG for Sprint/Alltel/Telus/Bell, for hackers only, because otherwise, it is too old, apparently has splashscreen issues and only 128MB ram. but it has mw, it has rtask, etc. etc.
2. 0.37 for Sprint/Alltel/Telus/Bell, for other people, this has no screen issues but no MFG commands.
3. 0.35 for Verizon touch pro's ONLY.
Important:
first, if you have GSM Touch Pro/Raphael (NOT CDMA, NOT SPRINT/VERIZON/ALLTEL/TELUS/BELL), this will brick your device.
to download a compatible hardspl package for gsm touch pro you can go to forum.xda-developers.com.
but if you have CDMA Touch Pro/Raphael, then you have to use this hardspl, not the one at xda-developers!!!
preparations before flash:
1) make sure you have .NET framework installed on your PC! if not, get it from http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/d...DisplayLang=en
2) if you have vista, WMDC update is recommended: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsmobi...ce-center.mspx
3) now decide which Hard-SPL you want to flash. if you have Verizon, flash VZW package (from verizon attachment). if you have Sprint, Telus or Alltel or Bell, flash default package (Raphael_CDMA_HSPL_037.zip).
instructions:
1) download Hard-SPL package from attachment, extract to an empty folder.
2) you must Have Phone Synced with PC in Windows Mobile!
3) run HardSPL exe that you downloaded before.
4) follow steps in the RUU, and check on the device for prompts after PC shows loading bar.
5) it should go to tricolour screen now and say 0.25.C-SSPL or for Verizon devices it should say 0.35-C-SSPL.
6) SPL flashes, device automatically reboots, job done.
7) to confirm you got it installed, go into bootloader mode (tricolour screen!) and verify the screen shows 0.35.CMONEX or 0.37.CMONEX (or 0.25.CMONEX MFG).
NOTE: you will not see the SPL version during normal boot, that is the OS version, not SPL!
to enter bootloader mode to see version: with the device turned on, press and hold the volume down button along with the power button, then press the reset button with the stylus tip, then release the volume down and power buttons when bootloader tricolour screen appears.
NOTE 2: anyone having problems with the device entering SSPL automatically, please copy SSPLManual.exe from the SSPLManual.zip attachment to the device and run it. then once the screen is in SSPL, run RUU manually. i.e. you run the RUU on the PC, if it isn't obvious.
make sure to get SSPL-Manual specifically for Verizon phones from the verizon package.
NOTE 3: this is unsigned Hard-SPL. no limitations on flashing ROMs or radio packages. also, this has overwrite protection, if someone needs to revert to stock SPL for warranty reasons, a stock SPL downgrade package is also available here.
NOTE 4: do not use this RUU to flash anything else! this is only intended for flashing the Hard-SPL.
NOTE 5: use Relocker *only* if you need to return the phone for warranty. only use it as last step - after reflashing stock OS and radio. Default relocker is for Sprint etc, Raphael_CDMA_VZW_Relocker in the verizon package is for Verizon touch pro's.
[highlight]EDIT: I tried on multiple occasions to upload the Verizon unlocker to this thread, but the system keeps on refusing it again and again (main reason why I had a link to the original site). Go to the PPCGeeks site and get the unlocker from there (alternatively, this was provide by psouza. Thanks!)[/highlight]
Step 2: Choosing the ROM that Fits Your Style
Congratulations! If you are reading Step 2, that means that you successfully unlocked your phone (or are about to make a no-no). Make sure that your phone is HardSPL unlocked or else you will not be able to flash.
Taste is a matter of personal choice. As I stated in my previous post, most of the development for this phone is being done at PPCGeeks, and since posting every Rom thread in here would be time consuming (and possibly useless), I am giving you this link to all the custom ROMS.
Which one is best you ask? Again, a matter of personal choice. Some roms are feature packed, whereas others are light and fast. Really up to you...
Link to Roms
Step 3: Flashing Your New ROM!
Well, Step 3, that means that you chose a ROM and are ready to get down and dirty with your device (and about to kiss that ugly stock rom good bye). As with the flashing of any device, make sure that:
a. Your device has battery of 50% or more, else you might end up with a half flashed brick.
b. You have ActiveSync/Device Central in your PC.
c. That you read the steps below over and over and over again until you can repeat them in your sleep.
[highlight]Make sure to follow every single step down to the T. I cannot stress this enough.[/highlight]
How to Flash Via PC:
1.download the ruu.zip attachment
2.unzip to your desktop
3.then in the newly created RUU directory add the rom of your choice - (copy the RUU_Signed.nbh to desktop\RUU)
4.Place phone in bootloader mode (power button while holding volume down button)
5.open the ROMUpdateUtility.exe
6.follow the RUU on screen instructions from there
If that fails please trying these directions (thanks sn0b0ard)
1. Establish active sync connection (this is the most important step).
2. Copy the RUU_signed.nbh into the RUU folder.
3. Run ROMUpdateUtility.exe and follow the steps on screen to flash ROM.
4. Once the phone reboots, go through Windows Mobile setup and let it finish.
5. Perform a hard reset (hold power, volume down, and center d-pad).
6. Complete the Windows Mobile setup and start using your new ROM!
Flash from microSD Card (Thanks to MadlyAlive):
1. Make sure you backup anything that is necessary to your day to day operations! At a minimum, please perform an ActiveSync to Outlook or your Exchange server prior to flashing!
2. Rename the custom ROM NBH file from RUU_Signed.nbh to RAPHIMG.nbh
3. Copy RAPHIMG.nbh to the root of your microSD Card.
4. Hold the Volume Down and Power button simultaneously. While you're still holding those 2 buttons, press the reset button with your stylus.
5. When your Touch Pro tells you to do so, press the power button to begin the flash process. If you do not get the message to press the power button to flash, there is a mistake in the name of the NBH file or you do not have the file at the root of your microSD card.
6. When flashing is complete, perform a soft reset.
Step 4: Tweaks, Tweaks, and Tweaks!! (Part 1)
Step 4!!! Wow, you must feel in cloud 9 right now! You successfully got rid of that stock rom (without making a $700 paperweight) and are ready to tweak your device to your own liking! Here are some tips and tweaks that I found over at PPCGeek (Original thread) Thanks Baffles!!
Note:Go to the original thread for all the cabs.
Tweaks and Fixes:
Basic:
If your device is showing you random issues, such as speaker/ear piece being crappy out of the box, do a hard reset. Some have reported this simple task has solved their problems. You can do this one of two ways: either select clear storage from the system tab in settings (Start->Settings), or power off the device, hold volume down and OK, and hit the power button.
If your data isn't working, try this.
Disable SMS Sent Notification: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Inbox\Settin gs] Set SMSNoSentMsg to 1
Install the Picture Mail enhancement from Sprint - run PIE, and click "Click here to check for new updates." (if you changed your homepage, go to Sprint PowerDeck from favorites) Then download and install the cab file listed. This will have to be done after every hard reset. Still seems picmail doesn't like to work right, though.
Phone:
Install new Audiopara for louder volume
Enable/Disable mute call when phone is flipped over - [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\HTC\PHONE] Set FaceDownMuteRing=1 to enable, or =0 to disable. Source
You can make your phone stop making noise when you enable/disable the radio. Edit [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\ControlPanel\PhoneExtendFunction \CDMA\FlightModeOnOff] and change Sound_on and Sound_off to desired sound, or blank for no sound. source.
Issues with answering your phone when a data connection is open (answer buttons don't do anything)? Looks like a tweak messes up a registry key that affects this. [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Comm\ConnMgr\Planner\Settings], make sure SuspendResume is set to #777 (not anything containing GPRS). This issue seems to be related to Advanced Config. source
Added 1/7/09:
Enable wake up on SMS - you can do this via DiamondTweak (possibly advanced config too), or [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Drivers\BuiltIn\RIL] DisableSMSWakeUpEvent=0 (to enable waking up). source
Set up Visual Voicemail on Sprint. More info here. THIS IS VERY YMMV.
Internet:
This hack no longer needed on the latest version of WMWifiRouter - Disable temperature sensing in WMWifiRouter to get it to allow you to connect. Options->Configuration->Battery->Next->Next->Next->Select "Disable temperature detection"->Next. There is a bug, at least in my version, that shows "Enable temperature detection twice" however selecting the second one disables it.
Hack Internet Sharing to work: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Comm\InternetSharing] Delete Extension key, set/create MaxCMCon=0 (decimal). [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Comm\InternetSharing\settings] Set ForceCellConnection="Sprint" -- Cabified Version Here
Change "Reply All" in poutlook back to "Reply" - [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\HTC\BootLauncher\Servic es\OutlookEnhancement], set module to an empty string. TO revert, set module to "\\windows\\OutlookEnhancement.dll"
Information here on GeoTagging/Automatic uploading of photos using Shozu.
Change useragent in Opera Mobile to view full websites instead of mobile versions. Info here.
If you have issues with Gmail/IMAP and sending emails, Official fix here, or read this post
Make Pocket IE your default browser. How to here.
Skyfire now "works" on Touch Pro. It is not a real VGA version, just QVGA stretched up, so however crappy it may look it is the best flash solution for now.
New Opera Mobile from Touch HD here - May or may not perform better, some reports of issues/graphical glitches/etc.
Increase the maximum number of tabs in Opera - Close Opera and edit \Windows\Opera9\opera.ini and change the Max Allowed Tabs to the right number. thanks mclaser
Added 1/7/09:
Set Opera to be your default browser for all items. source
TouchFlo 3D / Manilla 3D
Add your city to the weather tab. Follow these directions making sure to use the modified copy of version 1.1 of the specified editor.
A better way - Install the cab from here and it will add all cities to the list for you, so you can just hit Add Location and find yours! Updated 1/8/09
Install flip clock if you want it. instructions here
Get some wallpapers
Wallpaper on every tab, transparent clocks and curtains. More info here
Optimize your music tab by removing the music store logo. Some Touch Pro specific directions.
Information on how to remove sprint Manila3D customizations and get an HTC Stock configuration here
Rename your tabs in Manilla3D. Tutorial and instructions here.
Remap Manilla3D to use Pocket Informant instead of the built in calendar. Complete information here
Increase TouchFlo's sensitivity, so you don't have to push as hard to scroll. [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\OEM\TFLOSettings] increase FingerPressure. Default is 16. I am having good luck on 128, I may raise it higher. Higher = more sensitive, lower = less sensitive.
Touch Pro Cleanup by GoodThings2Life - read this/download one of the cabs to automatically apply a specific set of tweaks/mods.
Action screen changes, customizable through registry edits. More here
Change the soft keys on the home screen. [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\HTC\Manila], change HomeLSKPath and HomeRSKPath. HomeLSKText/HomeRSKText = the text. More info here.
Added 1/7/09:
Change software used by some TF3D entries with SSMaPa - This can be a complicated procedure. source
Boost TF3D Performance - increase file system cache to 8MB, file system filter cache to 131072, FAT cachesize to 32768 (you can do this with advanced config). source
Discussion about scrolling/tweaking of scrolling here
Revive the tab change animations! info, and source
Other Theming Topics
Custom Start Icon/Battery/Speaker/EV/1X Icons - UPDATED 1/7/09
Step 4: Tweaks, Tweaks, and Tweaks (part 2)
Other
Get S2U2 to work: Make sure you install the VGA version, not the QVGA version. You can now use DirectDraw mode with the newer versions of S2U2. UPDATED 1/7/09
Get your battery icon with percentages here (old thread).
Battery/performance hacks if you're so inclined.
Turn it into your most expensive flashlight - Alternate program. Both work, nueLight v3.0 is what I personally use. UPDATED 1/7/09
Auto screen rotation with Gyrator 2, and Configure it to not rotate certain apps UPDATED 1/7/09
Fit more icons into your programs list with this tweak
If your text is too big, such as in text messaging, go to Start->Settings->System->Screen->Text Size and move the slider to the size of text you want. Alternatively, you can move your thumb in a circle around the OK button, similar to how you would use the click wheel on an ipod. This will adjust the font size too.
You can disable auto-wakeup when keyboard is opened.[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Hardware\DeviceMap\Keybd] Create new dword "SlideWakeup" with value of 0 and soft reset. To revert, delete the key or set it's data to 1. Source
Get Old School word correction back (same as was on Mogul, etc) - Latest Cab here - Older Information:Updated information here and here.
Disable start-up sound / change it - [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\HTC\HTCAnimation] Rename both 'StartupGif' and 'StartupWav' to new values, or leave blank to disable. Source
Increase your screen's sensitivity. [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Drivers\TouchPanel] change PressureThreshold. Default is 37 Decimal, it is reported 240 decimal is a good new value for this. source
Added 1/7/09:
More Camera Modes! You can enable these in Diamond Tweak, there are options to enable Burst/Sport mode, videoshare mode, and increase resolution of sport/burst photos. source
Remove scrollbars: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\System\GWE] change cyHScr to 0 to disable horizontal, and cxVScr to 0 to disable vertical bars. source
Enable sound effects for keyboard open/close, info here. source
PST Tweaks:
First thing you must do is get your MSL. I wrote an app to make this very easy for you, more info on it here. If you have problems getting your MSL, put your phone in flight mode and try again.
You can tweak your Slot Cycle Index (SCI) to make your phone poll the tower more often. This makes your texts and phone calls come through quicker. This setting is a trade off between lag (most noticeable when receiving calls) and battery life. The default value on our phones is 2. Every step of 1 adds 1.28 seconds to the poll time, so at a value of 2 it is only polling every 5 seconds or so. Most people lower this to 1, so the phone polls every 2.5 seconds. This won't affect battery life much in areas of good coverage, but may impact it noticeably if you're in a poor reception area. Your Access Overload Class (ACCOLC) determines your phone's priority on the cell tower. The higher the number, the lower the priority. Do note that 0 and 1 are reserved for emergency service uses, so DO NOT use these. You can ACCOLC's of 2-9, default on Sprint should be the last digit of your phone number.
Now that I've laid down the basic groundwork of the two main mods, here's how to change them. Don't mess with settings in here unless you know exactly what you're doing, as phone performance and usability will be affected. To enter programming mode, open your phone screen and dial ##778# (may be ##778 on some devices, if that doesn't work, run EPST.exe from \Windows). Click edit, type in your MSL, and hit OK. Now choose View Info in the lower left corner, and hit NAM settings. On this page you can change your ACCOLC (remember, don't use 0 or 1). Now, switch to the Modem Settings page to change your SCI (default is 2, valid values are 0-7). Now accept the changes and soft reset, and you're updated!
More information can be found here
Useful Downloads:
DiamondTweak - some tweak options do not work.
Advanced Config - claims to be fully compatible UPDATED 1/7/09
Total Commander
PHM Regedit
TF3D Config [not fully compatible with TP yet] - more info here
i-nigma - read QR codes. Any Windows Mobile apps I release from now on will also have a QR code for quick and easy OTA installation.
BAF MSL Grabber - Get your MSL quickly and painlessly.
List As Editor - My little utility for editing the 'List As' property of a contact manually.
Touch Pro Cleanup by GoodThings2Life - Clean up the stock ROM easily
PocketToolman 2 - includes features such as disabling scripts in PIE and other OS tweaks/tools.
esmertec Java JBed - set up for 3D and VGA. More info here.
Radio Utilitues - scripts by GoodThings2Life to give you shortcuts to turn on/off BT and Wifi.
POP/IMAP Send Mail patch - Microsoft issued patch that fixes issues with sending mail.
SecondToday - gives you a second today screen to allow you to use other today screen items in tandem with TouchFlo 3D.
.NET 3.5 - also, if you need them, debugging messages for .NET 3.5.
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Some popularly requested cabs
Another list of useful apps
Large collection of apps - all indexed and in one bundle.
Custom ROMs and Tools, Low Level Stuff:
Hard-SPL thanks to Raphael Elite Team
HTC Debug Tools
Touch Pro Cleanup by GoodThings2Life
How to remap hardware buttons
Stock Roms for CDMA
ElectronicRice's kitchen
And of course, your custom ROMs can be found in the upgrade sub-forums. CDMA Upgrades and GSM Upgrades
Added 1/7/09:
ATI D3D Drivers - The jury is still out on if these really do anything. Some discussion here. source
Omnia D3D Drivers - See info on ATI drivers above.
Flashing Instructions
WM6.1 20931 Kitchen, CDMA, GSM
New Radios! CDMA and GSM.
SRS WOW Audio Drivers - Jury is out on this one too.
Hardware:
Video Cables:
Buy from Expansys
Build using pzztgotbagz method
PPCGeeks Alternate Method
XDA Method
Other:
Discussion of accessories/sites to purchase accessories.
Fix your noisy battery cover if yours makes noise. - here .... mirror here
Discussion and Indexing of Touch Pro build dates and issues. Another thread here
Discussion on battery charging and heat issues.
Added 1/7/09:
Dye your battery cover!
Step 5: The "OH SH*T!!" Step. Stock Roms
Well, if you are in Step 5, that means that you have to go back to Stock rom for whatever reason. Worry not, the roms are readily available. Just go to
http://forum.ppcgeeks.com/showthread.php?t=42741
Here you will find all your Stocks for most carriers.
If you have to Relock the phone for warranty purposes, just use the relocker in the first post. Now, there is a trick to use this thing. If you want to relock and just run the exe with the phone connected, you will get an error.
[highlight]Flash back to original Shipped Rom and Radio BEFORE Relocking!!!!![/highlight]
*First, put the device in bootloader mode (Hold Vol Down +Power +Reset until you see the bootloader screen (multicolored). It will say Security Unlocked and a bunch of other numbers including (and this is key) 0.37 Olinex (or Monx, I can't remember right now)
*Now, run the exe in your computer. This process takes about 1-2 minutes at the most. The phone will reset after its done.
*To check if it worked, wait until it finishes rebooting and go to bootloader once more. If done correctly, it will still say "Security Unlocked" but it will say 0.37.0000 instead of what I wrote earlier in this post. You should be goof to go from this point on.
Stuck. Thank you for collecting all of this information!
You are awesome, I have helped alot of new people who have flashed GSM ROM's to their CDMA devices and this will help out alot! Even though I have a GSM Fuze, please let me know if I can help you with this in any way. It has been discouraging to see how the new people who have mistakenly flashed the wrong ROM to their phones have been treated and I know alot about phones GSM and CDMA and am also a member of PPC Geeks and have been for some time (not much posting mostly reading) my name there is dashmaster1000. So if you would like some help or just want me to gather and compile information I am more than willing to help you! Again thank you!
Cal-El said:
You are awesome, I have helped alot of new people who have flashed GSM ROM's to their CDMA devices and this will help out alot! Even though I have a GSM Fuze, please let me know if I can help you with this in any way. It has been discouraging to see how the new people who have mistakenly flashed the wrong ROM to their phones have been treated and I know alot about phones GSM and CDMA and am also a member of PPC Geeks and have been for some time (not much posting mostly reading) my name there is dashmaster1000. So if you would like some help or just want me to gather and compile information I am more than willing to help you! Again thank you!
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Thanks man! I have seen how you've helped people out (especially in the NRGZ roms since I am around there for the most part). I have asked NATF to cross post this sticky in the Raphael Rom Development as well, to prevent "accidents" from happening. In either case, if you do find some useful stuff that is not here, feel free to either pm me (I will update the posts) or simply add it to the thread yourself, whatever you prefer.
Once again, thanks for the praise
i need help. when i flash with the micro sd, all it does is take me to the tri-color screen that says "security unlocked" at the top
poisondminds said:
i need help. when i flash with the micro sd, all it does is take me to the tri-color screen that says "security unlocked" at the top
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Is there any particular reason why you cannot flash via USB? I am only asking simply because it is a far easier process.
Just follow the instructions of Step 3 and you should be ok. One thing to mention, [highlight]do not let go of the VolDown and Power Button when you see the bootloader. You have to hold them down since it will go to a white screen with a set of instructions in blue right after that. It is the same process as with a Hard Reset.[/highlight] Make sure that you did the HardSPL prior to flashing a rom. Good luck!
Thanks!
I'm brand new. Just got my Touch Pro a few days ago and have been lurking around a few forums to get myself aquinted with the options available for custom ROMS and proggies. Thanks for this comprehensive guide for all of us newbies!!!!!
kstephens98 said:
I'm brand new. Just got my Touch Pro a few days ago and have been lurking around a few forums to get myself aquinted with the options available for custom ROMS and proggies. Thanks for this comprehensive guide for all of us newbies!!!!!
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Not a prob. Enjoy!
Flashing Question
This may seem like a strange question but here goes...
I am considering flashing my Touch Pro and wonder if any one has tried doing it in Win XP Pro running under Parallels on a Mac? ActiveSync works fine so I know the communication between the two is fine. I really don't want to drag my old Win 2K machine out and upgrade the RAM and OS just to start playing around with different ROMs... but I don't want a $600 brick either.
Thanks to all in advance!
butchwhitt said:
This may seem like a strange question but here goes...
I am considering flashing my Touch Pro and wonder if any one has tried doing it in Win XP Pro running under Parallels on a Mac? ActiveSync works fine so I know the communication between the two is fine. I really don't want to drag my old Win 2K machine out and upgrade the RAM and OS just to start playing around with different ROMs... but I don't want a $600 brick either.
Thanks to all in advance!
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It has been tested, and it works great.
On a side note, once you get HardSPL on the phone, I suggest flashing from your SD card directly. Not only does it eliminate the need for ActiveSync, but it is also 2-3 time faster.
total noob
HI every1.. total noob here..I am considering flashing my USCellular TP...
I understand USCC is CDMA? Does it matter which rom i use? Does the rom have to specify USCellular er what ..
im clueless thanks in advance
It should not matter as long as it is a CDMA rom. What makes it carrier specific are certain apps that come with the original. However, you may want to check with the cook, just to be on the safe side. Good luck!
Good ROM for Verizon TP
I have a Verizon Touch Pro and am thinking about flashing. I am curious what is a good rom that is out there. I love the TF3D so I want it included with the ROM. Aside from that I don't really have any preferences (Super fast would be a plus). Thanks for any advice.
xguerox said:
I have a Verizon Touch Pro and am thinking about flashing. I am curious what is a good rom that is out there. I love the TF3D so I want it included with the ROM. Aside from that I don't really have any preferences (Super fast would be a plus). Thanks for any advice.
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Go to the link that I provided in Step 3 of my guide. Most of the available roms are in there. As far as which one is good, it really is a matter of personal taste. Mighty 4 (WM 6.1) is said to be one of the best and most stable ones out there. I used Fallen 2.1 and that was a pretty good rom. Very fast and relatively clean but with the app that you will want to have at one point or another. Good luck!
READ THIS FIRST
Finally Working Bluetooth problem
For ATOM/ATOM PURE ONLY
Download link moved to post #2
Step by step upgrading
NOTE: These steps only apply if you have an ATOM/ATOM Pure.
Basically, there are three steps to flash a custom ROM to your ATOM.
1. Choose and download your choice of custom ROMs
2. Flash the custom ROM to your Atom using the Device Software Update Utility (DSSU)
3. Flash the custom ROM using MiniSD
Preparation
Backup your personal information using a program such as PIM Backup (freeware). Also make sure your phone has at least a 50% charge. You need M$ ActiveSync 4.5 for XP or Windows Mobile Device Center for VISTA and 7 to upgrade your device through PC.
Please read through this guide and download the all the necessary files beforehand. That way, you know exactly what you're getting into.
Choose and download your custom ROM
There are many, many custom ROMs out there for the Atom.
Look through the threads and find a ROM that you like. Custom ROMs differ in their preinstalled software, system settings, performance tweaks, and more.
ROMs usually come compressed in a .zip file. Extract the downloaded ROM file to somewhere on your hard drive temporarily in preparation for the next step.
Flash Custom ROM Using DSSU
Copy the custom ROM file (usually came with 6 files) to C:\WINDOWS\Temp folder you just extracted.
Once you've got everything hooked up correctly, run the Device Software Update Utility (DSSU).exe program inside of the C:\WINDOWS\Temp folder you just copied. Follow the onscreen instructions to flash the custom ROM to your phone. Reboot your phone at the end and you're finished. Enjoy the new custom ROM!
In case you can't update the ATOM in active mode, you may need to update by entering bootloader mode. Hold the down power and camera button and use your stylus to press reset button at the same time until you see monochrome bootloader screen. Then connect your phone via USB cable to your computer.
Follow the onscreen instructions to flash the custom ROM to your phone. Reboot your phone at the end and you're finished. Enjoy the new custom ROM!
Flash Custom ROM Using MiniSD
*Not recommended
Here's the step how to flash your Atom using MiniSD.
1. Extract downloaded custom ROM to somewhere on your harddrive.
2. Cut first 12byte header of diskimage_Ver.nb0 using hex editor.
3. Rename diskimage_Ver.nb0 to diskimg.nb0
4. Rename ExtendedROM.img to extended.img
4. Copy both files diskimg.nb0 and extended.img to your miniSD
Now, hold the down power and camera button and use your stylus to press reset button at the same time until you see monochrome bootloader screen. The Atom will flash the new ROM automaically. Once it done, setup the device and enjoy the new custom ROM.
Big thanks to HelloWorld, [email protected], Tj's and all atom tester...
WM6.5
Build 28205
Mediafire Clean-New UI 04/23/2010
Build 21895
Mediafire Clean 04/15/2010
Mediafire Neo Shadow 04/15/2010
Build 23016
Mediafire Clean 02/15/2010
Mediafire Neo Shadow (Bluetooth not Working) 02/12/2010
WM6.1 latest WM6.1 Core OS
Build 21056
Mediafire Clean 03/08/2010
4Shared Mirror, thanks to Vincentshjuan
Build 21054
Mediafire Clean 02/19/2010
Upgrade instruction:
Download and execute downloaded file, if something goes wrong, extract it and copy all files to C:\Windows\temp.
If you already running wm61 or wm65 go for OS+ExtendedROM, for wm5 user go for ALL option.
Not expected for DONATION, but always appreciated it.
Thanks Glossy.....wow first one in line..........
Downloading now and will flash it later.....will update you from the try outs.
Good work though!
I'm wondering and really hope if this is very CLEAN, FAST & STABLE WM6.5 ROM in LOW BATTERY CONSUMPTIONS for O2 XDA Atom. Thanks before GlossyX1, you're the Atom ROM masterpiece too!
Wow! Great!
Thank you for this new build. Will try soon...
Have a try and gimme some report...
Gloss,
Tried for half a day now, this is what I have :
- overall, this built is much better than the previous, in terms of memory and battery
- overall functions and programs ran smoothly and no problems
- calls and receiving calls all good
- I can't seem to set the ringer mode to ring and vibrate but the phone by default now will ring and vibrate even if not set for vibrate, so no complains there
- persian blue works nicely to compensate for WM6.5 not able to locate any bluetooth device to beam
- Tested and still unable to sync/add more than 2 bluetooth devices, but at least I managed to get activesync working and also my handsfree, that's all I want anyway.
- taps and display are all fast, no issues there.
- booting from hard and soft reset are coming up nicely now
- one advice for user of this ROM is don't try to unlock the Extended ROM and use, the Extended ROM not very stable and when it crash, you will have problem reseting and booting your device, takes a long time and a few soft resets
But overall for me, this is a good, clean and stable ROM(forgetting about the bluetooth issue). Thanks to Glossyx1 and Helloworld1.............
Let's hope someone comes up with a permanent fix for the bluetooth issue, then this will be the defacto WM6.5 for Atom's!
vincentshjuan said:
Gloss,
Tried for half a day now, this is what I have :
- overall, this built is much better than the previous, in terms of memory and battery
- overall functions and programs ran smoothly and no problems
- calls and receiving calls all good
- I can't seem to set the ringer mode to ring and vibrate but the phone by default now will ring and vibrate even if not set for vibrate, so no complains there
- persian blue works nicely to compensate for WM6.5 not able to locate any bluetooth device to beam
- Tested and still unable to sync/add more than 2 bluetooth devices, but at least I managed to get activesync working and also my handsfree, that's all I want anyway.
- taps and display are all fast, no issues there.
- booting from hard and soft reset are coming up nicely now
- one advice for user of this ROM is don't try to unlock the Extended ROM and use, the Extended ROM not very stable and when it crash, you will have problem reseting and booting your device, takes a long time and a few soft resets
But overall for me, this is a good, clean and stable ROM(forgetting about the bluetooth issue). Thanks to Glossyx1 and Helloworld1.............
Let's hope someone comes up with a permanent fix for the bluetooth issue, then this will be the defacto WM6.5 for Atom's!
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What do you mean by unlock the EXTENDEDRom? I use this ROM for several days and found no problem on my device. Now I uninstalled PersianBluetooth to save more memory.
Did you found another issue? Has anyone else try this ROM?
I am in the road right now and im gonna try it tonight when i got home. one thing i would like to know if it is possible to install Spb Mobile Shell (current version is 3.5) and install MSkip ProPlus Elegance skin since I like this skin so much? if it is possible, what is the xda atom resolution based on the list QVGA, WQVGA, VGA, WVGA? sorry not familiar with and this is a bit off topic but I am consider sticking on this rom until such time that there is a solution for the bluetooth issue.
cwiggler said:
I am in the road right now and im gonna try it tonight when i got home. one thing i would like to know if it is possible to install Spb Mobile Shell (current version is 3.5) and install MSkip ProPlus Elegance skin since I like this skin so much? if it is possible, what is the xda atom resolution based on the list QVGA, WQVGA, VGA, WVGA? sorry not familiar with and this is a bit off topic but I am consider sticking on this rom until such time that there is a solution for the bluetooth issue.
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Waiting for your feed. I'm not tested yed to install SPB mobile, but there's no issue when I install another cab application. You have to try it by your self and give us a report. ATOM is QVGA device. thanks
Gloss,
What I mean by unlocking the Ext ROM is that I installed the unlock extended cab file so that the Ext ROM will be visible via file explorer or Resco explorer. Unless the cab I am using is not working properly for WM6.5(it's meant for WM6) but after I unlock it and became visible, I installed a few application on the Ext ROM to try, it was working fine until I need to soft reset the device(as some application do), then the Ext ROM is no longer visible and takes a long time to reboot(think OS can't get at the Ext ROM). Well, other issues is as my previous post, the ring mode can't set to ring and vibrate but it vibrates anyway. Then the same problem with bluetooth not able to add more than 2 devices still there. Otherwise I would say all is prefect.
As for SPB Mobile Shell, I tried installing it before under Helloworld's ROM(21869) before but does not work. The application installed okay but just could not get it to run, do not know why? Maybe some software conflict?
Add application
Hi Gloss,
Where or how can I add applications(.exe) manually in WM6 to the program or Today menu section? Is there a way? I am trying to add some other application like Torch Light, Chess games etc.
So far so good your ROM........(up till now)....
Vince
I mean WM6.5(this ROM)....
vincentshjuan said:
Gloss,
What I mean by unlocking the Ext ROM is that I installed the unlock extended cab file so that the Ext ROM will be visible via file explorer or Resco explorer. Unless the cab I am using is not working properly for WM6.5(it's meant for WM6) but after I unlock it and became visible, I installed a few application on the Ext ROM to try, it was working fine until I need to soft reset the device(as some application do), then the Ext ROM is no longer visible and takes a long time to reboot(think OS can't get at the Ext ROM). Well, other issues is as my previous post, the ring mode can't set to ring and vibrate but it vibrates anyway. Then the same problem with bluetooth not able to add more than 2 devices still there. Otherwise I would say all is prefect.
As for SPB Mobile Shell, I tried installing it before under Helloworld's ROM(21869) before but does not work. The application installed okay but just could not get it to run, do not know why? Maybe some software conflict?
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I see, you can't unlock the EXTRom as it is configured automatically in a file named config.txt. So, every chef has configured it depend on what it is configured in config.txt to EXTRom. Another thing, don't ever use other EXTrom but what is it included on ROM package, it wont work.
For the Ring mode, I can set it as usual in ring mode. Just go to setting->sound and notification->incoming call. Not working??? Try this, set to ring and vibrate, restart and set to ring.
Bluetooth??? Need some magic
I just tried to install SPB 3.5 and it works as well
vincentshjuan said:
Hi Gloss,
Where or how can I add applications(.exe) manually in WM6 to the program or Today menu section? Is there a way? I am trying to add some other application like Torch Light, Chess games etc.
So far so good your ROM........(up till now)....
Vince
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No you cant, while run standalone application (.exe) you wont see any shorcut because it not registered to registry and doesn't have any shortcut (lnk). You can try to build CAB file and set all shortcut in (initflash.txt) for eq to put TorchLight.exe then write it down Directory("\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\"):-File("Torch.lnk","\Windows\TorchLight.lnk"), it will show Torch on Start Menu->Programs
Try this to make a CAB file http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=400221
Yeap, learned that after unlocking it today....had to reflash again and the 2nd time I did not unlock it, all fine after that. I was hoping to use some of the available memory on Ext ROM, so no choice then.
Thanks for the link for making cab, will go thru the thread and learn some cab making...
Cheers and keep at it......good ROM there.....clean and stable! The way it should be!
So bluetooth handfree is not working again
vincentshjuan said:
Yeap, learned that after unlocking it today....had to reflash again and the 2nd time I did not unlock it, all fine after that. I was hoping to use some of the available memory on Ext ROM, so no choice then.
Thanks for the link for making cab, will go thru the thread and learn some cab making...
Cheers and keep at it......good ROM there.....clean and stable! The way it should be!
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Thanks, glad to hear you'd loved the ROM.
Hello glossyx1, i successfully flash my atom and i loved it. one thing that i encountered is that my screen goes to color white. so i need to soft reset but after a few minutes it goes to white screen again. any solution? tnx
cwiggler said:
Hello glossyx1, i successfully flash my atom and i loved it. one thing that i encountered is that my screen goes to color white. so i need to soft reset but after a few minutes it goes to white screen again. any solution? tnx
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It usual happen while atom run out of memory. My ROM preinstalled with PersianBluetooth, when you try to install custom home screen eq SPB then your screen goes white. Here is a tip for you: Try to remove PersianBlue and see what happen. I'm not recommended to use any custom Home Today screen because WM6.5 use more resource than you can expected.
dragon man said:
So bluetooth handfree is not working again
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I don't have any bluetooth device, test it by your self and give me feedback.
Cheers...
Dragon,
Bluetooth handsfree is fine, working. Only issue is choose your bluetooth devie wisely as you can only add 2 bluetooth device only at the moment. So for me, luckily 2 is just enough, one for activesync and one for handfree(bluetooth). The reason is after you added the 2nd bluetooth device, you can't see add new device tap anymore.
Good luck....