Hi there - I am very new to the Galaxy S2 and with playing around with ROMS
My phone works great with the stock ROM installed from Telecom New Zealand - no problems with GPS.
However, when i flash various roms such as Batista70 Foxhound 2.0 or AlienROM kh3, my navigation cannot pick up my location.
I'll flash back to my stock Telecom NZ rom - works fine
I though perhaps it could be a Modem issue - so when i look on the baseband version of the Telecom ROM it says xxkh1. So I've downloaded this modem bin and flashed through odin - No fix
I'm currently on the Batista70 Foxhound 2.0 ROM and would like to get GPS working on that
Any help would be very much appreciated - cheers
So are you using Batista Foxhound 2.0 with XXKH1 baseband but still unable to get a GPS fix? Or your baseband is still on KI3?
The modem file you flash through Odin have to be in .md5 format just in case you might flashed the wrong file.
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So are you using Batista Foxhound 2.0 with XXKH1 baseband but still unable to get a GPS fix? Or your baseband is still on KI3?
The modem file you flash through Odin have to be in .md5 format just in case you might flashed the wrong file
No it does not just flash a tar file .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1131950
or via CWM
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1277593
jje
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Thanks to both of your replies.. Its good to have another set of eyes on a problem..
I decided to give the cf root kh1 kernel ago while using the foxhound 2.0 rom.. And what do you know - navigation starts working
Solved ..thanks guys
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Hey all,
I've been doing a bunch of stuff with motorola, and samsung is just confusing me... My sg2 is running the I9100XWke7 insecure kernel. The baseband is ke1 though...
I was wanting to throw the SensatioN ROM by Crysis21 on it, but I noticed that it's based on the kg6/ with the kh3 modem...
What would I have to do to be able to flash this rom, and is it safe to flash a different kernel such as going from the ke7 to kg6?
I've done some searching around the forum, but my internet connection is really crappy, so I apologize in advance if there is already another thread about this.
Thanks all!
Generally you can upgrade a kernel
Likewise a modem.
Likewise a full firmware .
Could you have a KG4 firmware and change its KG4 modem to KH3 yes no problem.
Could you have a KG4 firmware and flash a KH3 Kernel probably .
Personally i flash the same firmware that the custom rom is based on first.
KG6 based rom and i flash full KG6 firmware .
Then flash custom rom .
jje
Just flash the rom, i think your getting confused with rom/kernel differences.
If you wish to use a custom rom and its an odin .tar file, you just flash that and dont worry about kernels.
If you wish to install a different kernel like ninphetamine or speedmod etc - then you can do this after you have flashed the custom rom of your choice.
HOWEVER, If the rom is a .zip based installation, you will need a kernel that includes CWM such as cf-root, ninphetamine etc before flashing the rom you have chosen.
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Both of you have helped tremendously! Thank you Just gotta get used to Samsung now lol
hi guys,
i've tried few other roms, XXLPH recently and it changed my Baseband to XXLPH. i recovered my phone back to original Stock ROM 2.3.5 (XWKJ1) where my baseband was XXKI4, everything is like it was before except the baseband, which is still XXLPH. is it possible to somehow flash only the baseband without wipeing the phone with stock rom via Odin ? everything seems to be working so do I even need to flash it ? also, I don't really understand what that Baseband does.
thank you
Most of the ROMs don't include a baseband / modem / radio, so you can flash what you want separately. If you cand find an Odin flashable modem file, then you can change only that, without any other modifications. There are also CWM flashable ones, which is much easier than with Odin.
ok, got it.. so the question is, do I need to change it back to KI4 if everything is working with LPH (and my battery seems to live longer with LPH) although LPH is for ICS 4.0.3 and KI4 is for GB 2.3.5 which i have now ? thanks
//and where can I get these ? in Odin it is Modem button right ? and in CWM it is update.zip, so I just need my XXKI4, any ideas ? thanks
If it works leave it .
Modem files are in the Modem thread in dev section .
jje
ok, i found them.. but the second question please
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ok, i found them.. but the second question please
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You are right . In odin it's the "modem".And in CWM it's a ZIP file(whether it's name is Update doesn't matter)
thank you all
So I just got a galaxy s2 unlocked. International. Was wonder what I need the flash or try custom rom?
Sorta confused with all this talk of modem version... help
Read the stickies in first instances.
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I suggest you run CheckROM RevoHD v6 with the latest Siyah Gingerbread kernel. It gives me the best battery life when I implement MagicConfig.
1. Download CheckROM and Siyah kernel and copy it to your phone. Make sure you remember the location thereof.
2. Download and install the latest GB insecure kernel by Chainfire and install it via ODIN from your PC.
3. Enter recovery mode on your phone and install the downloaded firmware which is in a ZIP file
4. Reboot your phone and let it continue to complete the initial setup.
5. Reboot to recovery mode again, install siyah kernel (also a ZIP file) and reboot again.
6. Look for the MagicConfig thread and modify the kernel settings to get the best balance between performance and battery life.
PS: doing the above will void your warranty so be careful. I also suggest that you do a little research before attempting anything drastic. First read then ask.
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Well I am asking about most how does modems have to do with the roms. I'm used to HTC with default radio and every rom works lol
Any Gingerbread or ICS Modem can be used with any rom period. It is just a radio and some perform better in certain regions. ( For me KL1 in Canada)
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Any Gingerbread or ICS Modem can be used with any rom period. It is just a radio and some perform better in certain regions. ( For me KL1 in Canada)
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Well, any GB or ICS modem meant for your device, anyways.
Then why is there specific firmware for each modem? How would I backup all my original stuff?
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Then why is there specific firmware for each modem? How would I backup all my original stuff?
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We usually start by reading the Guides specifically Nandroid backup via Clockwork Mod recovery .An apps backup via Titanium Pro app .
THERE IS NO SPECIFIC FIRMWARE FOR EACH MODEM .
Firmware is released with a modem inside . Modem updates do not happen as often as firmware is upgraded . Apart from a few network specific locations all modems work with all firmware . Some users may find xxx modem better than yy modem .
Firmware is flashed as one file containing firmware /OS Kernel/ Modem/CSC in most cases all parts of the firmware are interchangeable within the same Android version .
jje
hello im from costa rica, i recently bought my SGS2 and root it with doomlords method, i got cwm, but it dosnt have advance options or backup, so i have a few questions:
first, my specs are:
model gt-I9100
android 2.3.5
baseband I9100UHKG4
kernel I9100UHKI6
which of this kernels can i flash using odin? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399&highlight=cf+root so i can have CWM?
and afterwards, what ICS rom can I flash in order to work with the 3g connection in my country?
thanks!
Try using the KI4 or KI8 kernel in post number 6 in the thread. (2 bottom downloads in the post)
Once you get cwm and properly install the rom (wipe everything, data, dalvik, cache), you should be able to install any rom and get 3G to work. If you have any problems like slow connection, just change modems.
As you are going to update to ics, instead of flashing a kernel download a stock ics roms like lpq, lp7, lp2 and flash it via Odin. Later use the matching cf root file and flash it via Odin, now you will have the latest cwm.
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try flash an ICS rom (LP2 or LP3 or LPS) with odin . and root it with its CF-root or Siay kernel (again with Odin).
using 3G in your country return to your sII's Modem not Rom (i think) .
Hi All,
I bought a used galaxy S2 I9100 yesterday,new to android.I have been a iphone user for 4 years and pretty aware of jailbreaking, unlocking installing custom firmwares. the terminology here in Android world is different though.
Have searched and read through different guides on the forum but still got some questions.
Model GT i900 LKAH3G
PDA i9100XWKE1
CSC I9100H3GKD4
Kernel 2.6.35.7-I9100XWKDD-CL161513 [email protected] # 2
Build Number GINGERBREAD.XWKE1
Looks like it was on Three network but it is unlocked mobile as i can use my airtel sim on the phone.
I dont want the Three network related stuff on the phone so i need to debrand the phone -- how to do it? there is guide on XDA forum but it talks primarily for O2 phones or might be i did not read it correctly. (there are also some options like the network mode which are disabled on this ROM )
Once debranding is done should i be ok to use any ROM or kernel?
Which would be best ROM to be installed and will it work for me in India.
Can i install the custom ROM and would i be able to install apps from the android Market.
If these have already been answered , can you please provide the link for that thread.
Thank You
I'd advice you to try the new ics roms, you can find the instructions inside the various rom threads, flashing these roms will get rid of the three junk as well as update your phone to the latest android os a.k.a ICS ..........
there is no such thing as a best rom for a specific country, but you can try different modems to find the one that gives you the best network and battery, you can find your modem under the baseband in about phone....
google for more info
happy flashing and welcome to Android we luf you here...........
Learn how to use Odin
Download stock gb from from checkfus or sammobile.
Flash using Odin, you will be unbranded.
After that root using cfroot, now learn how to use cfroot.
Now you can flash custom roms.
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I'd advice you to try the new ics roms, you can find the instructions inside the various rom threads, flashing these roms will get rid of the three junk as well as update your phone to the latest android os a.k.a ICS ..........
there is no such thing as a best rom for a specific country, but you can try different modems to find the one that gives you the best network and battery, you can find your modem under the baseband in about phone....
google for more info
happy flashing and welcome to Android we luf you here...........
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atifsh said:
Learn how to use Odin
Download stock gb from from checkfus or sammobile.
Flash using Odin, you will be unbranded.
After that root using cfroot, now learn how to use cfroot.
Now you can flash custom roms.
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Hi KJplasma &atifsh
Thank you for the details.
can i install the below listed indian stock firmware using odin
PDA :I9100XWKE8 CSC:I9100ODDKE2
or do i need to install the firmware from UK
PDA :I9100XXKF2 CSC:MULTIOXAKF2
do i need to change the csc if i install the UK version?
Thanks
forget about csc.
if you have i9100 you can flash any region ROM and use in any country.
if you want Gb than go for la2 italy rom , iv used that and last time i check that was the fastest stock rom for GB
you can also flash ICS rom like uk lp7 too, just stay away from lp9 roms at the moment.
ad dont forget to wipe using the dialpad code *2767*3855#. [will wipe all data stored]
atifsh said:
forget about csc.
if you have i9100 you can flash any region ROM and use in any country.
if you want Gb than go for la2 italy rom , iv used that and last time i check that was the fastest stock rom for GB
you can also flash ICS rom like uk lp7 too, just stay away from lp9 roms at the moment.
ad dont forget to wipe using the dialpad code *2767*3855#. [will wipe all data stored]
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Hey Atifsh,
Thanks for the quick reply.
i am currently downloading the I9100XXLPJ_I9100XXLPJ Open Europe 4.0.3, will this be ok and also anything that i need to worry about the kernel?
Thanks a lot for all the help.
atifsh said:
forget about csc.
if you have i9100 you can flash any region ROM and use in any country.
if you want Gb than go for la2 italy rom , iv used that and last time i check that was the fastest stock rom for GB
you can also flash ICS rom like uk lp7 too, just stay away from lp9 roms at the moment.
ad dont forget to wipe using the dialpad code *2767*3855#. [will wipe all data stored]
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@ Atif
any specific reason to stay away from LP9???
I am using VK rom with LP9, working very smoother than the Omega which I tried few days back which was on LP8...
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letscheckitout said:
Hey Atifsh,
Thanks for the quick reply.
i am currently downloading the I9100XXLPJ_I9100XXLPJ Open Europe 4.0.3, will this be ok and also anything that i need to worry about the kernel?
Thanks a lot for all the help.
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My friend dont go for LPJ that is unofficial beta release,
go for anything above LPQ on the sammobile firmware list ...
or pick anyone from here : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1544487.
Thank you Zac and Atif.
I have tried to do a factory rest from the phone's privacy menu but even after everything is done,istill see some files in the gallery.
i tried the code *2767*3855# everything goes fine but i see the message "cant access to system\csc\h3g\system\" and then the phone strats as normal.
can i flash it to the OS even if i am getting this message using odin or do i need to
do something before i flash?
factory reset will not delete your user stored data on the SD card...that can be manually deleted...if you want
you can flash the OS from ODIN
thanks for the responses.
I have upgraded to I9100XWLP7_I9100XEULP, and its working fine. the only problem seems to be its heating a bit where the camera is located . will read more topics and see why this is happening.
thank You.
letscheckitout said:
thanks for the responses.
I have upgraded to I9100XWLP7_I9100XEULP, and its working fine. the only problem seems to be its heating a bit where the camera is located . will read more topics and see why this is happening.
thank You.
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You have to flash some other modem, I flashed my old GB modem and no heat issues.
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@ Atif
any specific reason to stay away from LP9???
I am using VK rom with LP9, working very smoother than the Omega which I tried few days back .
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Yes though the newer dxlp9 was much better, previous one had bunch of issues including sleep of death.
Also that ROM introduces the contact/dialer lag bug. Which some how got to Google account and now every time I sync contacts it get back.
I deleted all my contacts and synced again and it's all better, tried on dxlp9 and was working fine, than I switched to my regular cm9.
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You have to flash some other modem, I flashed my old GB modem and no heat issues.
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Hey Atif,
really not sure which modem to flash, do we have info on that.
thanks
letscheckitout said:
Hey Atif,
really not sure which modem to flash, do we have info on that.
thanks
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For a start, if you remember your last ROM that doesn't had heat issues, flash that modem. Doesn't matter if you use GB modem on ics.
I flashed the modem of my region xxki4 which is 2.3.5 jpkj2 and had no issues of heat in ics.
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atifsh said:
For a start, if you remember your last ROM that doesn't had heat issues, flash that modem. Doesn't matter if you use GB modem on ics.
I flashed the modem of my region xxki4 which is 2.3.5 jpkj2 and had no issues of heat in ics.
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I got this device 3 days ago on the first day did not had much time to experiment or use it and the second day flashed it
Dont know if the issue existed in the old modem too.. btw is there any good modem that you can refer to which i can install on, i am in india, i hope i willl not have any signal issue on mobile or on wifi if i install this new modem.
thanks
Let zaqc8 to reply that, wait for him or any other user in India.
I can only tell you to flash GB/ics modem that belongs to Indian region
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