I recently got an unlocked AT&T Atrix off eBay. I was mucking around with the *#*#4636#*#* menu trying to fix a minor connectivity problem where I couldn't connect via UMTS, and by the chain of unfortunate events I managed to set the frequency to USA band. Now, since there is only USA band to select, I can't set it to any other band, I am in Australia and only pick up 2 other networks which are not mine.
Is there anything I can do to get it back to the unlocked state so I can find my network?
I remember with my Galaxy S, there was a recovery mode that could wipe everything, is there anything like that with the Atrix?
Thanks in advance!
I don't mean to sound asinine but can't you just do the same thing and select the correct information?
You could also do a full reset on the device or flash it too.
No, only the USA band is there, I cannot select anything else It came unlocked already so I'm not sure how they did it.
I'm hoping there is a way to fix this without resetting or flashing it.
If it comes down to it, is this the most up to date flashing guide? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=991072
Thanks again!
Vol Down+Power
Select Android Recovery
Click right bottom of screen
Wipe out
Then you are all clean
If your phone is rooted, you can manually input the proper carrier information in
settings > wireless & networks > mobile networks > access point names
A quick google search or call to your provider should be able to get you the information you need to enable data
On the other hand, the AT&T Atrix doesn't support UMTS 1700/2100, so if that's the band your carriers run on, you're SOL trying to get 3G.
k0sun7eash3d said:
If your phone is rooted, you can manually input the proper carrier information in
settings > wireless & networks > mobile networks > access point names
A quick google search or call to your provider should be able to get you the information you need to enable data
On the other hand, the AT&T Atrix doesn't support UMTS 1700/2100, so if that's the band your carriers run on, you're SOL trying to get 3G.
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actually the AT&T atrix supports 850/1900/2100 UMTS bands so it does work for overseas carriers that support 2100
im actually using it right now in Hong Kong and they use the 2100 band for 3G, no problems with data at all
apparently the OTA update fixed your issue with the USA band for some people who had the problem. i think they did as follows flash to the retail sbf, than let everything stock, get the update over wifi install it and the radio worked again.
ytwytw said:
Vol Down+Power
Select Android Recovery
Click right bottom of screen
Wipe out
Then you are all clean
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No this method doesn't work ..
I was in a similar situation 2 days ago. So, the first thing i tried was do a Android recovery. After this method failing, I went to the last stop, Flashing of the 4.1.26 SBF.
And I jumped with joy to see my Atrix seeing the GSM signal again.
I had 3G before this had happened so I know it worked on my network.
So just follow this guide and I will have my GSM signal back again?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=991072&page=25
Thanks for your help guys, can't believe such a mistake could cause such a problem :/
Flashed it back to stock, now it's working
Thanks XDA!
Bakedbread said:
actually the AT&T atrix supports 850/1900/2100 UMTS bands so it does work for overseas carriers that support 2100
im actually using it right now in Hong Kong and they use the 2100 band for 3G, no problems with data at all
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Really? Awesome good to know. Now I'm one step closer to finally getting rid of my HTC HD2
Sent from my MB860 using Tapatalk
howzit said:
Flashed it back to stock, now it's working
Thanks XDA!
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Assuming you are using Telstra (same as me) have you used the mobile configuration page? Support the ATRIX
configure.telstra.com.au/telstra/index.jsp
It might, but requires the phone to be working first, as it SMS a password to gain access ot the site!
Booboo64 said:
It might, but requires the phone to be working first, as it SMS a password to gain access ot the site!
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Correct, I should have stated it was an intended fix if he hadn't of fiddled with it (i.e. his connectivity issues) as it installs all the correct APNs and settings for you (However it does not add default,tether - just default so be sure to update it for tethering)
you should put [SOLVED] in the title so people know where to look for the same problem ;D
Howzit,
Could you show me how did you do that?
I'm new using andorid and I dont know how to do this procedure.
Thanks.
Related
I know its blocked I USA for other providers
But on engadget it says north america
I know for Verizon global phones like the Droid pro or Droid 3 they work fine in Canada
Secondly if it does work does it need to be unlocked?
Thanks!
i should add does it need the sprint sim to be in there for global or can any sim be inserted
And is neone working on removing the gsm ban for usa
The phone is unlocked for GSM so you should be able to pop on a Canadian sim. As far as I know only US carriers are blocked.
Sent from my MB855 using Tapatalk
wouldn't the phone just roam on the CDMA towers in Canada?
there arent really any more major CDMA in canada, its all gsm
i just hope that popping a canadian sim card in to it is enough
I travel for work in Toronto all the time, and have never had problems CDMA roaming.. (very fast there actually..)
-mark
@mark
does sprint charge extra to roam in Canada ?? i'm planing a trip there
Yes, but it's a fair price. $0.002/kb vs. at&t's $0.015/kb. Use droidwall to block data access to the apps you need.. I usually spend an extra $20/30 for a week in canada in roaming charges.
Voice calls still cost too much I think (but they may have a plan to make it cheaper..) - i just use my phone for data..
-mark
I am thinking to get one,
does it work with Canadian carriers(or any countries other than US) even voice and data?
Thanks a lot.
thats what i wanna know
can i pop a canadian sim card, or is it also blocked
or is it just usa thats blocked like the verizion droid globals
canada and unlocked photon
Hi I just took delivery of the photon unlocked from sprint , I have put in the sim from Rogers and the cell part works just fine, I cannot get the data side to work though, I have played with all the settings I can find, anyone have a thought it would be appreciated. it says the 4 G not found, when I select network I choose the 3g on rogers, there is a 2g option, and I make sure the data on GSM is on
thanks
dramsdale said:
Hi I just took delivery of the photon unlocked from sprint , I have put in the sim from Rogers and the cell part works just fine, I cannot get the data side to work though, I have played with all the settings I can find, anyone have a thought it would be appreciated. it says the 4 G not found, when I select network I choose the 3g on rogers, there is a 2g option, and I make sure the data on GSM is on
thanks
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You might need to create an access point name ... See here:
http://thekidd.ca/blog/tech/rogers-apn-settings
Sent from my MB855 using XDA App
set up APNS still not working
Hi thanks for the post , I ahve set up both APNs as listed and rebooted the phone, I have set the mobile manually to the rogers 3g as when I turn on the 4 g I cannot connect, but I still cannot get data access on the 3g Hmm not sure what to do next , any other thoughts would be appreciated. Thanks
Sprint locked the UMTS radios to disable use on AT&T's network. That's the frequencies 850 MHz and 1900 MHz.
Rogers, Bell and Telus all use these frequencies for UMTS as well. I imagine if it is blocked for AT&T, then you won't be able to use it on these carriers either.
Bell/Telus CDMA/EVDO, and GSM/EDGE 850/1900 protocols still live in Toronto will work with the phone, though.
You may have to contact either Sprint or Motorola to get this fixed as it is clearly false advertising.
Sucks though I wish I saw this before I ordered it (for use on Bell HSPA). Gonna have to get my rage on.
Sprint apps
Hi..
Please accept my apologies if my questions are a bit primitive, this is my first post. I appreciate guiding me step by step or pointing to another post if mu questions kinda repeated.. Thanks
I just bought a Motorola Photon on bay. I am in Canada.. The phone works well with Rogers, Fido..
Luckily, the phone is rooted. I also managed to get its MSL code.
Will a factory reset wipes my root advantage ??
Now, how can I get rid of these Sprint apps?? Having the MSL now, what benefit can I have in breaking free from Sprint-related stuff?
Is the WiMAX unlocked from Sprint if I happen to have WiMAX available??
I have too many questions, but let us start step by step.. I really do appreciate your explanations.. Thanks v much
Backup activation of Sprint ..
install root explorer by market and rename the following applications
from the system folder / app:
SprintOMADMConnMOPlugin.apk
SprintOMADMConnMoPlugin.odex
in
SprintOMADMConnMOPlugin.apk.bck
SprintOMADMConnMoPlugin.odex.bck
red_gold said:
Will a factory reset wipes my root advantage ??
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yes, it'll mess it up a bit, won't completely wipe, but will mess it up so that you'll have to reinstall.
red_gold said:
Now, how can I get rid of these Sprint apps?? Having the MSL now, what benefit can I have in breaking free from Sprint-related stuff?
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root is what allows you to get rid of the sprint apps. there's a thread on what apps you can get rid of and what you can't... there are some apps that you can just uninstall by just going into >settings>applications>manage applications, while others you need to remove by root explorer, or manually (remount rw, and remove from /system/app)
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Is the WiMAX unlocked from Sprint if I happen to have WiMAX available??
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not really clear on this question - you have WiMax if you have a sprint account, it used to be due to the $10 premium addition, but they've changed it to all smart phones. turn it on, see if you can find the network, and connect to it.
hope that help.s
Hi.. Thanks for the replies
I am not sure what do you mean by "mess it up ... have reinstall??" do you mean just reinstall superuser app from the market ??
I mean if WiMAX is available in my area outside the US. Will I be able to use it ??
I just need ways to break-free and unlock the phone from any Sprint related ties. i am not living in the US and there is no Sprint here in Canada or any country I am traveling to..
Enough that I also cannot use it with a sim card with a US carrier as it is next to impossible as I learn,.. I don't want to regret buying the phone that is why I rooted it and managed to get the MSL
to try to unlock it from Sprint as much as I can..
Thanks lot
factory resets basically clear /data and /cache.
/data is where all of your downloaded apps are stored (including superuser)... as well as your user data, settings, accounts, etc.
su (root) is located in /system/bin linked to /system/xbin, so it won't be removed and will still be on there...
as for your wimax question - i'd think if you were provisioned correctly outside the US, you should be able to access it.
the sim to US thing is something coded into the hardware, so until one of the devs here figures a way around it, we're sort of stuck...
chibucks , thanks a lot.. Your knowlege and advive is highly apreciated..
So Could I simply 1.rename the /data directory as for example, /data.1
2.Go to ##RTN#, Do a factory reset then rename the /data.1 back again to /data
Would that only be OK, or am I missing something or any other better way ??
All I care about is the root, anyting else can be re-downloaded. I don't have the experience yet to root the phone in case i loose root..
Hey guys,
I'm a noob, and I need some help.
I've read many posts already but still have some unanswered questions.
I have a Motorola Atrix 4g with AT&T. I love this phone and never had any problems with it. However, for the past 2 weeks the reception in my house dropped to 1 or 2 bars only. I believe my cell phone is always using the AT&T 4g network which is not good in my area and the option to change networks on my Android is not selectable. I wish I could select a different network (3g perhaps) to get a better reception.
So, here is my question: If I root my Atrix 4g, would I be able to select different networks within AT&T network?
My system version is 4.5.91.MB860.ATT.en.US
Android Version is 2.3.4
After I root my cell phone, if I decided to flash my ROM and install Gingerblur, will I loose all my apps? If so, is it possible to use a backup/restore method or would I have to install my apps one by one?
Thanks in advance,
Martin
The Atrix isn't a 4G phone.
If you're having problems with 3G coverage set the network to 2G-only in settings
If you don't have that option dial *#*#4636#*#*.In the menu that pops up go to "phone information" and select "GSM only" in the drop down box.
That didn't answer my questions about rooting and gingerblur.
Bump ^
I have no idea what you mean by different AT&T networks???
You can not flash a ROM without unlocking your bootloader first, and then install a recovery... use Rom Racers.
DO NOT flash Gingerblur. It's a froyo based pseudo ROM, that will not work on a gingerbread based machine... not to mention it's almost a year old.
Swiftks said:
I have no idea what you mean by different AT&T networks???
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I have an old unlocked 3g Sony Ericsson (not Android phone) that allows me to choose between GSM only, GSM with 3g, and different AT&T towers. This options is under mobile networks.
Thanks for the other info though.
So, back to my initial question. After unlocking my bootloader and rooting, will I have the capability of choosing between GSM only, GSM with 3g, and different cell phone towers?
I have a mac, and I know how to do the about on it, but will I be able to flash ROM and change kernel from a mac OS?
cookiecorn said:
So, back to my initial question. After unlocking my bootloader and rooting, will I have the capability of choosing between GSM only, GSM with 3g, and different cell phone towers?
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Unlocking the bootloader and flashing a new rom seems like overkill. Just do what Blueangel180 said...
Blueangel180 said:
dial *#*#4636#*#*.In the menu that pops up go to "phone information" and select "GSM only" in the drop down box.
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I been following the Global capabilities threads on the Rezound for some time now.
I recently visited Chile, where GSM operators use 800/1900 gsm.
I took both my Rezound and Droid 2 Global.
I was able to get voice and data working on the Droid 2 but only voice on Rezound.
Other threads have tested that data only works on countries that use 2100mhz gsm.
Last week I loaded the leak 4.0.3 ICS on my rezound.
While fiddling around with the phone info screen, I noticed that you can press menu and you have a new option available, that lets you select GSM bands for different parts of the world.
Unfortunately I did not have ICS while in Chile so I cannot test it, but can anyone outside the country with the latest ICS load be able to test this for us?
There is even a USA option on the GSM and screen. Maybe a way to make it recognize ATT or TMobile
In any case, dont forget to set the correct APNs for the SIM card you are testing
Also, I am not using any custom ROMS, just the leak that will be push out to Rezounds next week
Go to phone info, press menu, select RADIO BANDS
I found this today when i got my phone back from the dead lol
i try usa brand and for some reason when you txt you dont lost single anymore but the txt still won't send ..code error come up 65535 which is a port number with code 3... any other brand not good i even tryed euro band still loss single when you txt sadly ...
data still need to use the kick method to work still
cflo360 said:
I found this today when i got my phone back from the dead lol
i try usa brand and for some reason when you txt you dont lost single anymore but the txt still won't send ..code error come up 65535 which is a port number with code 3... any other brand not good i even tryed euro band still loss single when you txt sadly ...
data still need to use the kick method to work still
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Tried to change to Euro band, said unsucessfull but I no longer lose signal when trying to send a txt (txt is not sent though)
Lets hope that the final RUU will get an update that upgrades it to a global phone
narta said:
Tried to change to Euro band, said unsucessfull but I no longer lose signal when trying to send a txt (txt is not sent though)
Lets hope that the final RUU will get an update that upgrades it to a global phone
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Is your data working?
konrad999 said:
Is your data working?
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Yes my carrier uses the 2100MHz band so it's working out of the box. Plus WCDMA option sticks in every reboot
is there any custom ROM available witch support 800, 900,1800 or 1900 band.
i am using BSNL 1900 band in in India , but no luck with data.
i also checked with 2100 band , data works fine.
msg sending still same issue
Hi,
I am having a problem with the network. I am currently using Idea mobile network and when I use WCDMA only option, I do not get any signals and also, when I am trying to use an aircel sim, I do not get any signals at all... is there any problem with the device?.. when I search for networks manually, I am able to see only airtel and idea in the list of networks... is amaze not compatible with vodafone or aircel or the various networks available....
When I try to use Data connection also, it is only connecting in 2g mode and not 3g... plz help.
gmm8877 said:
Hi,
I am having a problem with the network. I am currently using Idea mobile network and when I use WCDMA only option, I do not get any signals and also, when I am trying to use an aircel sim, I do not get any signals at all... is there any problem with the device?.. when I search for networks manually, I am able to see only airtel and idea in the list of networks... is amaze not compatible with vodafone or aircel or the various networks available....
When I try to use Data connection also, it is only connecting in 2g mode and not 3g... plz help.
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Amaze is compatible with frequencies:
GSM:
850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz
UMTS:
850, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz
Data:
HSDPA+ (4G) 42.2 Mbit/s, UMTS, EDGE
Have you had ANY phone work on the idea network properly? Same with the airtel?
For starters, switch from WCDMA only to Auto or GSM/WCDMA.
See what this post recommends:
http://support.t-mobile.com/message/120750#120750
pbergonzi said:
Amaze is compatible with frequencies:
GSM:
850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz
UMTS:
850, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz
Data:
HSDPA+ (4G) 42.2 Mbit/s, UMTS, EDGE
Have you had ANY phone work on the idea network properly? Same with the airtel?
For starters, switch from WCDMA only to Auto or GSM/WCDMA.
See what this post recommends:
http://support.t-mobile.com/message/120750#120750
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Yes, my other mobile which is Xperia Pro (MK16i) works fine with all the networks here in India...but i do not understand why Amaze is not working on 3g network while I am able to use 2g service (both data and calls) on the same network...
data
How about ask your local service person for the correct settings, or hopefully someone on this board who lives in your area can post theirs.
Is there an OTA specific to your phone?
While not the case with you currently, it may be important if you travel--there are some areas where certain carriers don't have that coverage:
http://support.chinavasion.com/index.php?_a=viewarticle&_m=knowledgebase&kbarticleid=227
some help needed
Plz friends can anyone help me with this... the aircel operating frequencies for 2g and 3g are 1800 and 2100 (my assumption)... the device is not at all working with an aircel connection (not even on 2g)... I am currently using idea network which is working fine with 2g but not 3g... when I try to search for available networks manually also, I am able to see 2G networks for idea, airtel, vodafone, and bsnl (aircel and some others again missing) and no networks at all when in wcdma only mode... when I switch to wcdma only, the idea network also vanishes completely....
I am not able to figure out what to do with this...
There are many Indians in amaze forum and former members, reach out to them and see if any one of them used your carrier, and see if they had the same issues or not
Sent from my HTC_Amaze_4G using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
gmm8877 said:
Plz friends can anyone help me with this... the aircel operating frequencies for 2g and 3g are 1800 and 2100 (my assumption)... the device is not at all working with an aircel connection (not even on 2g)... I am currently using idea network which is working fine with 2g but not 3g... when I try to search for available networks manually also, I am able to see 2G networks for idea, airtel, vodafone, and bsnl (aircel and some others again missing) and no networks at all when in wcdma only mode... when I switch to wcdma only, the idea network also vanishes completely....
I am not able to figure out what to do with this...
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Aircel uses 900 and in some places possibly 1800. Do you have a data plan? Have you spoken with a support person with any one of your carriers--they're used to things like this and getting in the proper settings. I would strongly recommend that.
Check the Settings->About Phone to find out which version of android you have, and if you are running a custom ROM or not.
Do all of that first--make sure you have a data plan, speak with a support person, find out a little about your phone.
If you are stock check with your support person if there is an upgrade for you, also.
If you are NOT stock, you might want to go back to the Stock GB or ICS (remember to update the radio also) so your phone will be basic and stable, to be sure it will work at all with data. Once you've determined if it will work with data, then you can try one of the custom ROMs if you like, but NOT JellyBean or KitKat, as they are all problematic.
Check this post for instructions:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2167596
And as ravike14 said, "There are many Indians in amaze forum and former members, reach out to them and see if any one of them used your carrier, and see if they had the same issues or not."
I have a data plan activated...I have not done any change in software...the current version is 4.0.3..and aircel network is not at all working on my device..that y using Idea network (that too working only in 2g mode)...I cannot have support on the device as I purchased it online from someone else...and it is not a device which is for India... it is a T-mobile device..Do you this change of ROM will resolve this or will it still remain the same... can there be a problem with the antenna (but 2g network is working fine)....
pbergonzi said:
Aircel uses 900 and in some places possibly 1800. Do you have a data plan? Have you spoken with a support person with any one of your carriers--they're used to things like this and getting in the proper settings. I would strongly recommend that.
Check the Settings->About Phone to find out which version of android you have, and if you are running a custom ROM or not.
Do all of that first--make sure you have a data plan, speak with a support person, find out a little about your phone.
If you are stock check with your support person if there is an upgrade for you, also.
If you are NOT stock, you might want to go back to the Stock GB or ICS (remember to update the radio also) so your phone will be basic and stable, to be sure it will work at all with data. Once you've determined if it will work with data, then you can try one of the custom ROMs if you like, but NOT JellyBean or KitKat, as they are all problematic.
Check this post for instructions:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2167596
And as ravike14 said, "There are many Indians in amaze forum and former members, reach out to them and see if any one of them used your carrier, and see if they had the same issues or not."
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gmm8877 said:
I have a data plan activated...I have not done any change in software...the current version is 4.0.3..and aircel network is not at all working on my device..that y using Idea network (that too working only in 2g mode)...I cannot have support on the device as I purchased it online from someone else...and it is not a device which is for India... it is a T-mobile device..Do you this change of ROM will resolve this or will it still remain the same... can there be a problem with the antenna (but 2g network is working fine)....
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I think it should still work. The tech should be able to give you settings regardless of the device origin--you're still paying for a plan, and some support should come with that.
Nevertheless, check this to make sure you have the right settings.
You "may" also have to call T-mobile and ask for unlock code for your phone--they will ask you for the IMEI.
I don't know if necessary, but have read something to that effect--that in using the Amaze 4G in another country, you need to have the phone unlocked. I'm sure someone else on the boards here will let us know.
The back cover houses the antenna, and yes, it could be the antenna, but unless you have another back cover to test it with, it will be best for you to check the settings first, and then see if it needs to be unlocked.
Then come back here with what you've learned--it'll help me learn too.
The ad said that the phone is unlocked... I purchased it from Ebay and I have a prepaid connection with the provider.. it is "pay as you go plan" so I guess they wont provide much help as I have seen customer care people putting their hands up many times saying it is a problem with the device and they cannot help...that's y I was trying to get some help here on the forum as someone else could also have faced the same issue and can help me with their experience...
pbergonzi said:
I think it should still work. The tech should be able to give you settings regardless of the device origin--you're still paying for a plan, and some support should come with that.
Nevertheless, check this to make sure you have the right settings.
You "may" also have to call T-mobile and ask for unlock code for your phone--they will ask you for the IMEI.
I don't know if necessary, but have read something to that effect--that in using the Amaze 4G in another country, you need to have the phone unlocked. I'm sure someone else on the boards here will let us know.
The back cover houses the antenna, and yes, it could be the antenna, but unless you have another back cover to test it with, it will be best for you to check the settings first, and then see if it needs to be unlocked.
Then come back here with what you've learned--it'll help me learn too.
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wcdma
gmm8877 said:
The ad said that the phone is unlocked... I purchased it from Ebay and I have a prepaid connection with the provider.. it is "pay as you go plan" so I guess they wont provide much help as I have seen customer care people putting their hands up many times saying it is a problem with the device and they cannot help...that's y I was trying to get some help here on the forum as someone else could also have faced the same issue and can help me with their experience...
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Thanks for explaining. I apologize I neglected to put the settings link yesterday--you'll want to check your settings:
http://compixels.com/8630/manual-3g-settings-for-airtel-vodafone-idea-bsnl-docomo-more
Thanks again for your reply...I already have those same APN settings saved for my provided...but my problem is that my device is not receiving any 3g signals to be exact...I can connect to the data connection also but with 2g speeds...
pbergonzi said:
Thanks for explaining. I apologize I neglected to put the settings link yesterday--you'll want to check your settings:
http://compixels.com/8630/manual-3g-settings-for-airtel-vodafone-idea-bsnl-docomo-more
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gmm8877 said:
The ad said that the phone is unlocked... I purchased it from Ebay and I have a prepaid connection with the provider.. it is "pay as you go plan" so I guess they wont provide much help as I have seen customer care people putting their hands up many times saying it is a problem with the device and they cannot help...that's y I was trying to get some help here on the forum as someone else could also have faced the same issue and can help me with their experience...
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Besides the firmware update, there has been a separate radio update.
I think these are the most recent updates:
Software number is 2.14.531.30 710RD
Baseband version is 1.15.550L.08DC_30.80.550L16D
It's possible that your phone will work with them.
Does anyone else agree?
how do I try them.. I mean what do I need to do..
pbergonzi said:
Besides the firmware update, there has been a separate radio update.
I think these are the most recent updates:
Software number is 2.14.531.30 710RD
Baseband version is 1.15.550L.08DC_30.80.550L16D
It's possible that your phone will work with them.
Does anyone else agree?
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how do i do this
gmm8877 said:
how do I try them.. I mean what do I need to do..
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You may be able to just put the official OTA on your exernal SD card and flash through recovery--not quite sure yet.
I gotta see some of the settings info, so for starters go into your settings->about phone, screenshot the page that appears and also scroll down to any new pages, and post screenshots here.
How to screenshot:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1885386
After that, reboot the phone into recovery following these instructions, and screenshot the recovery screen and post it here also:
Power the phone off and wait about 10 seconds after the screen goes black to be sure it's off->hold Volume Down button, while doing so press the Power button, and release both buttons.
The phone will boot to bootloader, should say hboot up top, and have a little list below it.
If you can't screenshot it via the previous method, note if at the top of the page is says Locked or Unlocked, and if it says "S-Off" or "S-On", and note the version of hboot so you can post the info here.
Use the power down button to highlight the list item "Recovery", and then press and release the Power button to enter the recovery. After recovery loads, note if it returns to a screen just like the hboot screen, or if says in it "TWRP", "CWM", or "4EXT" or any such other thing, and screenshot that or get the info and post that here also.
Now that you've learned what sort of state the phone's in, you can reboot from whichever screen you're on, and have your phone back to normal.
Once you're back with your phone booted, you'll find a screenshots folder in gallery most likely, else you'll have to search the phone with a file manager app or google to find it, but check the gallery first.
After that we'll look for the proper update and update method for you.
Hopefully by then someone else will come along and say something like "All he needs to do is download this "Official OTA" [link included] and put it on the SD card and flash it via hboot"--hopefully, 'cause I may be making this more complicated than it needs to be.
Here, let me repeat that, "Hopefully by then someone else will come along and say something like "All he needs to do is download this "Official OTA" [link included] and put it on the SD card and flash it via hboot"--hopefully, 'cause I may be making this more complicated than it needs to be."
In bootloader, it is showing as:
Unlocked
RUBY PVT SHIP S-OFF RL
HBOOT-1.93.0003
OpenADSP-v02.6.0.226.00.0202
IN RECOVERY: Team Win Recovery Project v2.3.3.0
I have also added screenshots as attachments for the about phone setting menus.
pbergonzi said:
You may be able to just put the official OTA on your exernal SD card and flash through recovery--not quite sure yet.
I gotta see some of the settings info, so for starters go into your settings->about phone, screenshot the page that appears and also scroll down to any new pages, and post screenshots here.
How to screenshot:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1885386
After that, reboot the phone into recovery following these instructions, and screenshot the recovery screen and post it here also:
Power the phone off and wait about 10 seconds after the screen goes black to be sure it's off->hold Volume Down button, while doing so press the Power button, and release both buttons.
The phone will boot to bootloader, should say hboot up top, and have a little list below it.
If you can't screenshot it via the previous method, note if at the top of the page is says Locked or Unlocked, and if it says "S-Off" or "S-On", and note the version of hboot so you can post the info here.
Use the power down button to highlight the list item "Recovery", and then press and release the Power button to enter the recovery. After recovery loads, note if it returns to a screen just like the hboot screen, or if says in it "TWRP", "CWM", or "4EXT" or any such other thing, and screenshot that or get the info and post that here also.
Now that you've learned what sort of state the phone's in, you can reboot from whichever screen you're on, and have your phone back to normal.
Once you're back with your phone booted, you'll find a screenshots folder in gallery most likely, else you'll have to search the phone with a file manager app or google to find it, but check the gallery first.
After that we'll look for the proper update and update method for you.
Hopefully by then someone else will come along and say something like "All he needs to do is download this "Official OTA" [link included] and put it on the SD card and flash it via hboot"--hopefully, 'cause I may be making this more complicated than it needs to be.
Here, let me repeat that, "Hopefully by then someone else will come along and say something like "All he needs to do is download this "Official OTA" [link included] and put it on the SD card and flash it via hboot"--hopefully, 'cause I may be making this more complicated than it needs to be."
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can't find the India ICS RUU for flash.
gmm8877 said:
In bootloader, it is showing as:
Unlocked
RUBY PVT SHIP S-OFF RL
HBOOT-1.93.0003
OpenADSP-v02.6.0.226.00.0202
IN RECOVERY: Team Win Recovery Project v2.3.3.0
I have also added screenshots as attachments for the about phone setting menus.
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You did a good job with that--thanks. Hey, you're in good shape--everything is new enough.
You need to Super CID your phone, and then flash a rom for one of your local (in India) carriers.
Super CID instructions:
http://unlimited.io/juopunutbear.htm
ROM for carriers:
Sorry I can't provide the link--I'm having a helluva tough time searching.
Maybe by the time you've Super Cid'ed your phone, someone else will tell us where to find a proper ICS RUU for India.
Thank you
Thank you for taking out time for helping me...can any other rom (other than the T-mobile) working... and I dont know what is RUU..lol.. I am pretty new to these terms.:laugh:
pbergonzi said:
You did a good job with that--thanks. Hey, you're in good shape--everything is new enough.
You need to Super CID your phone, and then flash a rom for one of your local (in India) carriers.
Super CID instructions:
http://unlimited.io/juopunutbear.htm
ROM for carriers:
Sorry I can't provide the link--I'm having a helluva tough time searching.
Maybe by the time you've Super Cid'ed your phone, someone else will tell us where to find a proper ICS RUU for India.
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Super CID, RUU
gmm8877 said:
Thank you for taking out time for helping me...can any other rom (other than the T-mobile) working... and I dont know what is RUU..lol.. I am pretty new to these terms.:laugh:
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In order to use the phone in your country you need to have one of your carrier's firmware on the phone so it is compatible.
You can't put their firmware on your phone until after you've performed "Super CID". After performing that, other carrier's firmware can be flashed to the phone.
RUU restores the phone to factory condition. Let's not concern ourselves with that just yet--follow the instructions to Super CID.
Hi Guys and Girls,
After finally managing to get through the whole noobie learning how to root/backup/flash etc, I noticed later on that 4G no longer appears, checking through the network operators and network mode, non of them mention it, only 3G
This was active and working before I did the changes, so am a little puzzled. Also I noticed I was receiving text messages from Vodaphone regarding updates etc, but I receive non now.. so not sure if that's also linked?
Phone details are
C6833
4.4.2
Kernel 3.4.0 Jackie
14.3.A.0.757
Would be grateful for the support to get this back, not sure if I can simply call my network provider and ask for some sort of update to be resent?
Hello.
Watch in settings if 4G/LTE is selected or prefered.
Hi,
I used to have the option for 4G and a network from vodaphone for 4G
Now I only have the LTE preferred option
:/
StreamingMT said:
Hello.
Watch in settings if 4G/LTE is selected or prefered.
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I can't help you, sorry.
Maybe a problem with ROM or kernel you use.
You can change ROM, kernel, or full wipe your phone if you want te get 4G and other users can't help.
OrangeMagicGod said:
Hi,
I used to have the option for 4G and a network from vodaphone for 4G
Now I only have the LTE preferred option
:/
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4g = lte
How come no symbols show up now to let you know what your connected to, when I selected LTE to start, at the moment I selected it, the connection broke then re-connected and LTE appeared but now it even shows? is that normal? 4G showed at all times so I know the coverage is fine.
Am just worried as this is my first android and my first experience performing the rooting and updates etc, and has been a stress lol
/rocks back and forth in the corner
blueether said:
4g = lte
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