[DEV][Guide][GSM]Unlocking Bootloader without payment!!! - Xperia Play Android Development

There is already a thread about this but It's in the general forum. I noticed that only a select few people know about this. And this **** needs to explode!
Disclaimer: GSM ONLY!!
All Credits go to Loopy. So be a sweetheart and like his awesome **** (on his profile, not mine).
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1. Unlock bootloader via test point
2. Flash R800i_4.0.2.A.0.62_phoenixvendor.ftf
3. Flash one of these kernel ftf files:
LuPuS STOCK GB/ICS 720 v1 Download
LuPuS STOCK GB/ICS 480 v1 Download
LuPuS JellyBean 720 v8 Download
LuPuS JellyBean 480 v8 Download
LuPuS STOCK GB 720 v6 Download
LuPuS STOCk GB 480 v8 Download thanks to eddiepbaue
DooMKernel v14Download
R800a/at/i Turbo Kernel 3.1 Download
R800x Turbo Kernel 3.1 Download
4. Flash a compatible rom for your kernel
More kernels provided by denisfgn:
denisfgn said:
GB+ICS v5 480p
http://www.4shared.com/file/rhdPJvCJ/LuPuS_zeus_Stock-gBiCsv5_480_.html
GB+ICS v5 720p
http://www.4shared.com/file/awE9vyXp/LuPuS_zeus_Stock-gBiCsv5-720p.html
FXP CM10 215
http://www.4shared.com/file/QQKDtvpG/fxp_cm10.html
LUPUS ICS v12 720p
http://www.4shared.com/file/5Ct3q2vV/lupus_v12_ics_720p.html
LUPUS CM9 480p
http://www.4shared.com/file/XjUqKiCu/lupus-cm9-480.html
LUPUS CM9 720p
http://www.4shared.com/file/jGvqtgmW/lupus-cm9-720.html
LUPUS GB v7 720p
http://www.4shared.com/file/x5XSsnZF/lupus-gbv7-720p.html
LUPUS GB v7 480p
http://www.4shared.com/file/zFIovPRG/lupus-gbv7-ram420p.html
LUPUS JB v8 480p
http://www.4shared.com/file/eVf9dshS/lupus-play-jbv8-480.html
LUPUS JB v8 720p
http://www.4shared.com/file/N33MFUbZ/lupus-play-jbv8-720.html
GB+ICS v3 720p
http://www.4shared.com/file/SLgM6IX5/lupus_zeus_ics-gb_v3_720p__2_.html
GB+ICS v3 480p
http://www.4shared.com/file/UJZCdopS/lupus_zeus_ics-gb_v3-ram_420p_.html​
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This unlocks your bootloader and makes it possible to flash FTF kernels trough flashtool, however fastboot is still impossible. Now I need you awesome developers to convert more kernel files to ftf files. Who is up for it? Here is a really rough guide of Loopy of how to convert kernels to a ftf file.
LoOpy! said:
Figure it out yet?
I'll get a guide up soon. Well...rough one now.
wedgess's kernels = uploading atm...
When I was at the same point you currently are at, I wasted a few hours with the kitchen trying to split the *.img, just didn't output the the ramdisk.gz; since it tried to extract it. "...cpio: command not found" Maybe you will have luck?
Here's a quick guide what I'm currently doing to extract & make.
Follow this to set up Cygwin and get bootimg-tools.zip
When you get to "Select Packages", during Cygwin install, just type in perl, expand the perl section and select the radio button corresponding to B
Extract contents of bootimg-tools.zip to C:\ximg\
Replace split_bootimg.pl with the one I attached to post.(Will change output of the split img: kernel as image and ramdisk.gz as ramdisk, needed for the convert to FTF)
Copy the kernel to C:\ximg\ and rename to boot.img (or just boot, if you don't see the .img extention)
Open Cygwin terminal and enter cd /cygdrive/c/ximg/
if you wanna see contents of the location, type in ls, and you should see all the extract bootimg files + boot.img,
Extract boot.img by entering ./extractboot boot.img (in the ximg folder you should now see image and ramdisk
Grab the SINTools from the attachments and extract folder, it was originally part of the-laser's post here(just edited the build cmd to generate r800 kernel.sin's)
Copy the image and ramdisk from the ximg folder over into the SinTools folder, run the r800_build.cmd, you should now have kernel.sin made.
In the SINTools folder I threw an empty kernel.FTF w/ r800 loader, open it with winrar or w/ extractor tool you use and drag and drop the kernel.sin into the opened FTF, you can also edit the manifest if you want.
Flashtool time
DONE!
Good luck
Guess I will copypasta to thread after I format it a bit. Yay kernels done uploading too.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=39544867&postcount=9
And here is his detailed guide of how to unlock your bootloader.
LoOpy! said:
DISCLAIMER: I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR BRICKING YOUR PHONE, or anything for that matter.
Tested 2x R800a. Please let me know if it doesn't work on your device!
THIS WILL WIPE YOUR DEVICE!
So you have a R800 that can't be unlocked officially i.e:
Code:
Bootloader unlock Status: [B]No[/B]
:crying:
What this means is that while we can get the device's bootloader unlocked(TP method), it will not enable fastboot access.
So we lack the ability to flash kernels, in .img formats...but why not just make a FTF packed kernel, which we can flash through flashmode?
I'm actually not sure to tell you the truth(*insert conspiracies*), but that was the solution this whole time...
Note: I have only made FTF versions of Turbo Kernel v3.1 by CosmicDan (R800x/R800a/i/at) I have vouch for the R800a to be working, others will need testing....(just have stock FTF ready to go:fingers-crossed
Requirements
Flashtool
GSM ONLY: Vendor-Unlocked Partition layout
Dev-Host link by fma965
Google Doc's link from [URL="forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1817548"]CosmicDan Turbo Kernel [/URL]
Ability to use Flashtool... Read Flashing A FTF by fma965
Paperclip or pin + wire for Testpoint (if not BL not unlocked)
S1tool for Testpoint (if not BL not unlocked)
STEP 1: BL Unlock Via Test Point method (Locked BL Only)
If your bootloader is currently LOCKED:
Read TP Guide by DragonClawsAreSharp...If you don't feel comfortable doing this...stop reading.
If you are comfortable with unlocking the bootloader then go ahead and do it.
Here is R800 TP location(quick google search): Here, and with red dot...you can use a paperclip and hold it to the (-) battery terminal to achieve the same results as the TP cable the guide shows.
In Flashtool (if you ever noticed):
Code:
S1_Loader_Root_773f - Version : R4A066 / Bootloader status : NOT_ROOTABLE ([I]lies[/I])
will now become:
Code:
S1_Loader_Root_773f,S1_Loader_test_Root_xxxx - Version : r4A069 / Bootloader status : ROOTED ([I]huehue[/I])
STEP 2: Prepare for Kernel
GSM Only: Flash R800i_4.0.2.A.0.62_phoenixvendor.ftf with Flashtool. Let device fully boot to language selection page.
Read through Turbo Kernel (or what ever kernel.ftf you plan to use)
Grab a rom, look at the compatibility section on the kernel page.
Copy rom over to root directory of phone memory card.
Prepare your body?
STEP 3: Kernel Time + Rom
R800a/at/i Turbo Kernel 3.1 Download
R800x Turbo Kernel 3.1 Download
More Kernels!!
Flash via Flashtool in flashmode.
Unplug usb....press and hold power button until 1 vibration....wait...wait...:victory:
Wait for the blue LED + vibration?, then press Volume Up. You should enter a sexy recovery...
Select: "Slot 1" > "TWRP Recovery" > "Wipe" > Wipe Cache, Dalvik Cache, System, then Factory Reset.
Go back to main page (hit back button), then select "Install", scroll down to the Rom you copied to the device, select and install it.
If you forgot rom: plug phone into computer, then in TWRP Select "Mount"> "Mount USB Storage" copy rom over to phone then install it
Reboot. Done.
This method should work for all Xperia 2011 devices that lack fastboot, but can be/are unlock via testpoint (anyone that can test let me know). Just need kernel to be in packed as a .ftf...
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Original thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2187172
Please be sure to like his post! The main purpose of this thread is to give it more exposure since a lot of people can't unlock their bootloaders and this awesome guy paved a way for us. Also for help to convert more kernels to FTF. Please be sure to like his post if he helped you. That's it! Now you can finally unlock your bootloader and die happy.
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i know this is free,but you can unlock your bootloader this days for 7.99 and super easy..only takes you 5 mnts and its done..no need for that much trouble converting boot.img in .ftf files...specially now that we all know developers are working on new kernel 3xx and 4.2.2 kernel and roms,and also updating kernels..so you always get limited with Loopys method.
http://www.wotanserver.com/en/sony-ericsson/se/xperia-play-r800/unlock-tool/debranding-flash
anyway thanks for you post.:good:

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but its not hard
only needs about 5mins for each kernel
but i have a question
is there any way to encrypt system to system.sin with a method like this?

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GB+ICS v5 480p
http://www.4shared.com/file/rhdPJvCJ/LuPuS_zeus_Stock-gBiCsv5_480_.html
GB+ICS v5 720p
http://www.4shared.com/file/awE9vyXp/LuPuS_zeus_Stock-gBiCsv5-720p.html
FXP CM10 215
http://www.4shared.com/file/QQKDtvpG/fxp_cm10.html
LUPUS ICS v12 720p
http://www.4shared.com/file/5Ct3q2vV/lupus_v12_ics_720p.html
LUPUS CM9 480p
http://www.4shared.com/file/XjUqKiCu/lupus-cm9-480.html
LUPUS CM9 720p
http://www.4shared.com/file/jGvqtgmW/lupus-cm9-720.html
LUPUS GB v7 720p
http://www.4shared.com/file/x5XSsnZF/lupus-gbv7-720p.html
LUPUS GB v7 480p
http://www.4shared.com/file/zFIovPRG/lupus-gbv7-ram420p.html
LUPUS JB v8 480p
http://www.4shared.com/file/eVf9dshS/lupus-play-jbv8-480.html
LUPUS JB v8 720p
http://www.4shared.com/file/N33MFUbZ/lupus-play-jbv8-720.html
GB+ICS v3 720p
http://www.4shared.com/file/SLgM6IX5/lupus_zeus_ics-gb_v3_720p__2_.html
GB+ICS v3 480p
http://www.4shared.com/file/UJZCdopS/lupus_zeus_ics-gb_v3-ram_420p_.html​

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denisfgn said:
GB+ICS v5 480p
http://www.4shared.com/file/rhdPJvCJ/LuPuS_zeus_Stock-gBiCsv5_480_.html
GB+ICS v5 720p
http://www.4shared.com/file/awE9vyXp/LuPuS_zeus_Stock-gBiCsv5-720p.html
FXP CM10 215
http://www.4shared.com/file/QQKDtvpG/fxp_cm10.html
LUPUS ICS v12 720p
http://www.4shared.com/file/5Ct3q2vV/lupus_v12_ics_720p.html
LUPUS CM9 480p
http://www.4shared.com/file/XjUqKiCu/lupus-cm9-480.html
LUPUS CM9 720p
http://www.4shared.com/file/jGvqtgmW/lupus-cm9-720.html
LUPUS GB v7 720p
http://www.4shared.com/file/x5XSsnZF/lupus-gbv7-720p.html
LUPUS GB v7 480p
http://www.4shared.com/file/zFIovPRG/lupus-gbv7-ram420p.html
LUPUS JB v8 480p
http://www.4shared.com/file/eVf9dshS/lupus-play-jbv8-480.html
LUPUS JB v8 720p
http://www.4shared.com/file/N33MFUbZ/lupus-play-jbv8-720.html
GB+ICS v3 720p
http://www.4shared.com/file/SLgM6IX5/lupus_zeus_ics-gb_v3_720p__2_.html
GB+ICS v3 480p
http://www.4shared.com/file/UJZCdopS/lupus_zeus_ics-gb_v3-ram_420p_.html​
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I love you........
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Misleading title. Everyone CAN NOT unlock their BL. GSM only isn't everyone. Other than that, I dunno why Loopy didn't post it here in the first place.

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DubleJayJ said:
Misleading title. Everyone CAN NOT unlock their BL. GSM only isn't everyone. Other than that, I dunno why Loopy didn't post it here in the first place.
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That's because I've noticed the "Gsm part" late. But it's okay. No one died.

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The OP has more issues than that. For example, it is purports to be a method of unlocking your bootloader and the the very first "step" is simply "1. Unlock bootloader via test point"
Yes, I know that the list is telling you the overall process of how to get the kernel you want without fastboot but it's saying that before ever stating that you don't get fastboot.
I'm sure there are many revisions to come.
Thanks for the info! I have an R800x and an R800at. I'm tempted to pay to get both unlocked with fastboot if I can find the service for cheap, but this sounds like a good option too. Will it retain my DRM keys? It will still be carrier locked, right?

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My repository for ftf Kernels will be right here: http://www.mediafire.com/?0t9q6m1cb8j1e

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vokal1992 said:
My repository for ftf Kernels will be right here: http://www.mediafire.com/?0t9q6m1cb8j1e
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Kevinkdc said:
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I didn't test them, because this method doesn't work in my phone, can you confirm they are working please?

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vokal1992 said:
I didn't test them, because this method doesn't work in my phone, can you confirm they are working please?
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Okay. I'm going to test them now.

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vokal1992 said:
I didn't test them, because this method doesn't work in my phone, can you confirm they are working please?
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Doomkernel stuck on boot. Just like the one provided in loopy's thread.
Edit: All the kernels (except doomkernel) are working. I still can't connect my wifi on the Jellybean and ICS roms though.

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use this method since the beginning of the post by loop ... works 100% perfectly... At the moment I am with Xperia Z by mark's and already went through various kernels and all work well.

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denisfgn said:
use this method since the beginning of the post by loop ... works 100% perfectly... At the moment I am with Xperia Z by mark's and already went through various kernels and all work well.
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I did start from the beginning. I even wiped my sd card. Whatever I do, I still can't connect to the wifi. I can scan for wifi service but I can't connect with them. It says "out of range". Does doomkernel work on your play? I don't know what I'm doing wrong.

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I had problems with GB + ICS v4 ... you are not using it right? which rom are you using? edited the rom?

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denisfgn said:
I had problems with GB + ICS v4 ... you are not using it right? which rom are you using? edited the rom?
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Lupus V12 720 kernel. Didn't edited my rom. I used the slim rom, Pacman rom and SonyCM10. I also tried other JB lupus kernels and the turbo kernel.

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hnnn.... I have not tested JB

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Kevinkdc said:
I did start from the beginning. I even wiped my sd card. Whatever I do, I still can't connect to the wifi. I can scan for wifi service but I can't connect with them. It says "out of range". Does doomkernel work on your play? I don't know what I'm doing wrong.
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Try flashing this after flashing a ICS rom with Lupus Stock GB+ICS
http://www.mediafire.com/?k29aj2ojx4gpnmx
See if Wifi works.

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Kevinkdc said:
Lupus V12 720 kernel. Didn't edited my rom. I used the slim rom, Pacman rom and SonyCM10. I also tried other JB lupus kernels and the turbo kernel.
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[KERNEL][PLAY] LuPuS_JBv12 [JB 4.1 &4.2][LINARO 4.7.3][v8Multiboot][01-05-13]
What Works --•Wifi - (flash modules)
Bluetooth
Everything Else that works on FXP and any other JB kernel