Hello All Xda's. For quite some time already I have many questions about how to replace LCD screen for the Xperia Z Ultra..
Had an accident and the screen broke.
Have found many videos and tutorials how to do this, but there are no 1 correct way! So i would like to ask XDA users which steps to take better?
Tutorials i think are normal:
* Tutorial to link
Youtube video feature doesn't work here..
And the most important question would be: Where would be the best prices for Europeans? I live in Riga, Latvia. (That's near Germany, Russia, Sweden).
And where you bought, if you had made this replacement
And one more thing: What would be the appropriate tools for this job and where to get them better?
Best prices:
* https://www.gounlock.com/details.php?itemId=10165
* http://shop.brando.com/Sony-Xperia-Z-Ultra-Replacement-LCD-Display_p10029c0308d059.html
* http://siansmobiles.co.uk/sony-xper...er-touch-original-genuine-complete-black.html
* Ebay
P.s. If you have bad comments, please sit this one out. THANK YOU!
Sorry to make your decision more complex, the Z Ultra used lcd panels from two different sources. Opinions differ on which one is better, if you like the one you have you may want to replace with same. It was discussed here, along with links to other posts regarding same.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z-ultra/help/worth-buying-z-ultra-t2849129/page2
Thanks for mentioning this, but can't find about it anywhere. The precise models, price differences e.t.c.
I checked that thread and the guy that told there is 2 different LCD displays, didn't mention any facts.
And couldn't find information about the second display. I don't really how to know what exactly is my screen parameters or model without disassembling!
Is there a way to know it when my screen is broken?
My screen was pretty normal on brightness and contrast. Had no problem with that. In fact it was very bright at times (Day time).
adfurgeson did you do this replacement? How can this youtube link be corrected. Want to put video of tutorial here, but simple link doesn't satisfy me..
tracins said:
Thanks for mentioning this, but can't find about it anywhere. The precise models, price differences e.t.c.
I checked that thread and the guy that told there is 2 different LCD displays, didn't mention any facts.
And couldn't find information about the second display. I don't really how to know what exactly is my screen parameters or model without disassembling!
Is there a way to know it when my screen is broken?
My screen was pretty normal on brightness and contrast. Had no problem with that. In fact it was very bright at times (Day time).
adfurgeson did you do this replacement? How can this youtube link be corrected. Want to put video of tutorial here, but simple link doesn't satisfy me..
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I haven't had to replace one yet. Post number 15 from the thread I linked to has more links, here is a link to post from one of those threads that show commands to get lcd info.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=50734215&postcount=13
@blueether can you offer some help here.
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I haven't had to replace one yet. Post number 15 from the thread I linked to has more links, here is a link to post from one of those threads that show commands to get lcd info.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=50734215&postcount=13
@blueether can you offer some help here.
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Thanks a lot! I will try, when i'll get ADB access. My phone has error: Device unauthorized.
I'll post soon!
tracins said:
Thanks a lot! I will try, when i'll get ADB access. My phone has error: Device unauthorized.
I'll post soon!
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Hi! I aslo live in Riga.
You can try tvc-mall, it's a Chinese site, the prices are pretty good and they have option, so you can cheat our customs
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Hi,
I have a Sprint Touch Pro2, recently it has been dropped and a little rock pushed the digitizer in,
I would like to know, those that own one, do you suggest replacing just the digitizer, or the screen as well? I read that it was very difficult to replace, if anyone can point me to the right thread that describes, or has a 'HOW TO'!
I am not an ignorant user, i did my research, but before i go ahead and take my phone apart, a confirmation would be helpful!
Thank you all!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/archive/index.php/t-618793.html
There's a "how to" down the screen in that link...looks like I'd better hope I never break the digitizer...
HIT this
Commonwarrior downloaded the entire repair manual for the TP2, awesome help for all us owners!!!! Many cudos to him heres the thread with the .rar file:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=595996
Go here for some hints on places for repair parts Mikes been here for us all FOREVER, another great source:
http://www.mikechannon.net/page1.html
Know you did your homework, so did some us at times and these are the greatest aids I've come across in the endless Google searchs (lol), you'll get er done if nothing else understand it's not any good the way it is without a try - Go For It!! Can always send it in after the champion try, right???
PS, do both at the same time why do one without the other anyway???? You're already in there!!!
This is easier then you think to do even if your all thumbs, link below.
I'm trying to find some good parts outlets i will get back to that in the days to come and post links.
Also I/you will be putting more links/info in this forum for fixing these Related problems.
If you know of Good links for parts,manuals,videos an How to's this will help. But Please only links relative to this forum thank you.
If your out of warranty or you did something like rooting an they know then this is your only option and it's FREE except for the parts "if any" an tools.
If you rooted your phone and they don't know then there are solutions in the forums to get it back to lets say "warranty mode" and then just send it back too Sony.
Try going back to Stock thought PC Companion/Factory reset
To do a factory reset start with your phone go to menu/settings/privacy/factory data reset then reboot all should be back to stock. Then on your Pc go to Sony Ericsson program/Update Service and follow the instructions and do a software repair. Be sure that your Sony software (PC Companion and Update Service) is up to date. Or try these links below.
Sony Ericsson X10 Support
http://www.sonyericsson.com/cws/support/mobilephones/downloads/xperiax10us?cc=us&lc=en
Get Back to Stock Even With Broken / Damaged USB Port By DoomLord Thank you
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1054818
Xperia X10 Dis-assembly
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=6368979#post6368979
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=6258485#poststop
And a good picture of the port is here. Thanks McKebapp
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=8054388#poststop
Youtube Dis-assembly Videos
http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Xperia+X10+Disassembly+Guide&aq=f
Soldering a printed circuit board
Preparing To Solder
http://www.aaroncake.net/electronics/solder.htm Video at bottom of his page.
Parts an Service links
I'm NOT Endorsing these Services/Sites So Use At Your Own Risk
When i checked the price of fixing the X10 charging port on this site it said 35.00$ + parts BUT be-sure and check your self.
http://www.outofwarranty.com/order.php
Update I have emailed this company for address/Phone number/Country with NO REPLY SO BEWARE
More parts
http://www.dhgate.com/wholesale/cell-phone-touch-screens-digitizers/c105004004.html
http://www.oemcellphoneparts.com/
http://www.cellphoneshop.net/displaylcd.html
http://www.cellulardr.com/cell-phone-parts-listed-by-manufacturer.html
http://cnn.cn/shop/sonyericsson-xperia-c-28_946.html
http://www.digikey.com/
http://www.mouser.com/
PLEASE PEOPLE USE THE THREAD SEARCH
It's easier then posting AND keeps the forums lite and clean. Thanks goes to the Members that help. Subscribe to that post so you can find it later and/or copy the link and past it in Notepad/Wordpad on your Desktop/Documents.
LOL I still have links from 2008 in my XDA Notes
Please remember to Thank all with the Thanks Button in Threads an Videos
Thanks for your efforts and thanks for starting this thread. Your comments confused me. First, you have to know that the search function only works if you know the exact phrase or thread you are looking for. Second, who would know to look in the disassembly thread for this specific problem? Not the average member.
My advice to you, since you opened this thread, is to support the members who found this solution through your thread. Obviously the disassembly thread is going to confuse or go outside the skill set of most of us. It's kinda your responsibly for starting this topic and being the OP.
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Thanks for your efforts and thanks for starting this thread. Your comments confused me. First, you have to know that the search function only works if you know the exact phrase or thread you are looking for. Second, who would know to look in the disassembly thread for this specific problem? Not the average member.
My advice to you, since you opened this thread, is to support the members who found this solution through your thread. Obviously the disassembly thread is going to confuse or go outside the skill set of most of us. It's kinda your responsibly for starting this topic and being the OP.
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Your right so as you can see all keep updating and we will see if it helps. Some of the forums are quite old. But I've saved my links to the forums in my XDA notes on my PC from way before I became a member.
thanks for your help i try tonite to make a video or take picks of me changing the micro usb port...
best regards
If and when you do that please post them in this thread and when i can i'll Incorporate it in this thread Thanks.
I don't think most people are going to be able to replace it without some specific soldering/de-soldering tools...I got quoted $85 at a cell repair shop for parts and labour (I asked about just replacing the USB port, but last time I was on these forums, I think some people were saying it was something else causing the problem, so there's no guarantee that's gonna fix it). If you don't have access to the tools already, it's probably going to be cheaper to just take it to a repair shop.
The tools are cheap just remember to get a good soldering iron for electronics (low wattage) and some good solder.
I will be updating my tread with some how to's
Xperia X10a teardown
What about this video?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LLmVlmftCZU
The Sony guide with videos and some of the part numbers is in my signature.
cardic said:
What about this video?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LLmVlmftCZU
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I'm gonna try to do a solder reflow, but it seems too dangerous to do in an oven, will buy a heat gun over the weekend and report back.
chris_knows said:
I'm gonna try to do a solder reflow, but it seems too dangerous to do in an oven, will buy a heat gun over the weekend and report back.
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I watched that video too. I have an X10 with the same problem and have been wanting to do a reflow. Let us know how it turns out, with temps and times please.
Thanks
Tried using a heat gun because it seemed like a bad idea to put inside a normal oven,and it didn't fix anything
I got a new phone though, so if anyone can give suggestions on what to try to fix it, I'll try it. I don't really care if I break the phone since I'm not using it anymore. I figure I should help you guys out however I can cuz everyone on this board helped me so much with my X10.
Sent from my HTC EVO 3D X515a using XDA App
Thanks, this is very useful!
Try this... Faster and easier way for people cannot solder tiny parts
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=35993592#post35993592
Dummy question.
I just recorded some video on my DNA.
Nice video! No audio!
Does that mean that I had accidentally turned down the volume rocker before recording and therefore no sound was recorded.
Or is the audio really there but I don't know how to access it?
I know.....but hey!
There are no dumb questions, right?
Dan:crying:
There is something I have been curious about relative to this site.
When a simple question is asked by a non expert like myself: the chance that it will be answered is slim at best.
1. The question is so basic and asinine that 99% of the members here dismiss it as to not want to be associated with it.
2. Those who read one of these basic queries really don't know the answer and don't want to offer a suggestion so as not to be thought "foolish" to the forum.
3. I am leaning toward number one.
To update:
The volume on my DNA is not muted and was instead ticked to full on.
The setting in the video recoring software is set to "record at stereo". It was not set to off.
I reshot another video today and for some very simple basic reason when I play the video back there is no audio.
If someone knows (and is not afraid to publicly admit) what I am doing wrong.....I would be very grateful.
It is true that the answer to this will be very embarrassing to me ....but so what.
Anyone care to help a total newbie?
Dan
I have't seen this issue before, so probably others are the same.
Usually if I don't know the answer to an issue, I don't reply. Which I think most do.
Otherwise the thread would be nothing more than a bunch of "I don't know" replies.
I would suggest to try an audio recording app to see if your mic works there. If it does, then it has something to do with your camera/rom.
If it doesn't work, then it could be your rom or a hardware issue.
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I have't seen this issue before, so probably others are the same.
Usually if I don't know the answer to an issue, I don't reply. Which I think most do.
Otherwise the thread would be nothing more than a bunch of "I don't know" replies.
I would suggest to try an audio recording app to see if your mic works there. If it does, then it has something to do with your camera/rom.
If it doesn't work, then it could be your rom or a hardware issue.
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I very much appreciate your quick response.
However, it did take a rather sarcastic and unfriendly reply from myself before someone (you) stepped up and offered some much needed advice.
I will say (as above) that this site for any new smartphone users who accidentally stumble upon it: this is basically a developer web site and is not meant to be inviting to those of us who are not at a very senior level of smartphone design and software development.
I was trying to sneak in here under the cloak of darkness ( the Devs might even smile on that turn of a phrase).
However that never works.
That is like knowing a little French and then going to a French restaurant and pretending that you really speak French.
In two minutes they will make you look like the fool you are. And you will be out in the street.
There are other web sites for inexperienced users of smartphone technology to search out where their newness will be more welcomed.
xdadevelopers (a wonderful place for the experts)........is not one of them for the uninitiated.
Dan
It isn't about people not wanting to help, or that your question was too basic for the "experts" to respond. You asked your question on a weekday night and expected it to be answered before the end of business day the next day.
You only had 85 views of this thread (as told by tapatalk) I bet dollars to donuts that 90% of those views were from people like me. And the remaining 10% is possibly from search engines from their daily bot to log for searches.
I just got off work, but check unread threads while at work when I have a quick minute. I can't go through all that troubleshooting while at work.
Now to the subject of OP:
What ROM are you running? Is it stock? Is it stock rooted or a custom ROM? All these are steps to find out why this happened. It could have been a bad flash, it could be a rogue app hogging the mic driver and camcorder couldn't access it. There is quite a few things it could be and you gave us nothing to work with.
Sent from my Rezound
ScreenSpace said:
I very much appreciate your quick response.
However, it did take a rather sarcastic and unfriendly reply from myself before someone (you) stepped up and offered some much needed advice.
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Well. You won't be getting my two cents as I didn't see this thread until now due to being busy at the studio.
Go **** yourself.
The DNA's mic sucks for recording audio. In the past when i've recorded videos the audio is almost not even there it's so quiet. It's a shame that this phone (some, not all) have mad mics.
Faulty hardware. Replace device.
Also, being a **** after not getting your question answered fast enough isn't going to get your question answered usually.
First, this not to compete with the original thread - just to make it a bit easier
Anyone interested in being involved in a group buy please post in this thread.
Chips will be USD 22.00 a piece - that already includes inbound shipping. Shipping will be out of the US (Colorado)
Shipping to you, please go to one of the US shippers and figure out yourself how fast you want the shipment .. aka how much do you want to spend in shipping.
US shippers: USPS.com, UPS.com or FedEx.com ... USPS letter 1st class worldwide is the least expensive, normally takes 7-10 days, costs about USD 2.00 - but is not trackable
I will "pull the trigger", close this thread on December 10th. Then enough time is left to get shipment out before Christmas.
To make the group buy work, we need to be at least 10 participants
Oskar
Shipping update:
worldwide shipping can be done by postal service as registered letter - that is full trackable. Total shipping cost $ 20.00
Signed up:
@PAPPAFRITAS
@JewBagel254
@oskaratk 2x
@techtoys
@shtirlitz111 2x
@dude-nl 2x
count on me.
How can I check that I can add 1GB RAM to my HU? I have MTCD GS
pitu120 said:
How can I check that I can add 1GB RAM to my HU? I have MTCD GS
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Please read thread....its all there. MTCB,C,D. If you're really not sure; unable to compare pics in this thread with your SOM, or take a pic of your SOM and post here to help others help you perhaps this isnt for you.
pitu120 said:
How can I check that I can add 1GB RAM to my HU? I have MTCD GS
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The tech info is all in the first "group buy thread" : http://forum.xda-developers.com/android-auto/mtcb-hardware-development/2gb-ram-t3483677
Oskar
oskaratk said:
The tech info is all in the first "group buy thread" : http://forum.xda-developers.com/android-auto/mtcb-hardware-development/2gb-ram-t3483677
Oskar
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Yes I saw and found post: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=69414170&postcount=49
There is link to picture but I dont have a access to this forum
When I would be sure that it will work with my HU will buy it with You guys.
pitu120 said:
Yes I saw and found post: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=69414170&postcount=49
There is link to picture but I dont have a access to this forum
When I would be sure that it will work with my HU will buy it with You guys.
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I think you need to pull your HU , open and read the label on the memory chips ...
Oskar
oskaratk said:
The tech info is all in the first "group buy thread" : http://forum.xda-developers.com/android-auto/mtcb-hardware-development/2gb-ram-t3483677
Oskar
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Why can't I see thread?
trvbone said:
Why can't I see thread?
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I cannot either .. to my knowledge the tread start has left the forums or removed some stuff
oskaratk said:
I cannot either .. to my knowledge the tread start has left the forums or removed some stuff
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Why can't I see thread?
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Original thread posts were deleted and then new posts created by dsa90210
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=69505171&postcount=11
I'm in for one set. Here's hoping I don't brick the thing.
Yes Please! Put me down for one.
I am in for two sets
I'm also willing to participate but can't find any clear pictures on the forum to show my soldering guy and ask if he can fit it.
Can someone please give me a few pic's of the replacement of MTCD units? The module itself and where it must be soldered.
Sorry, guys but scrolled through all the pages...
Hello,
Unfortunately, due to some personal problems, i cannot participate anymore, please remove me from the list.
Thank you and good luck with the group buy !
Hi, on second thought, after looking into the SMD work required, please strike me from the list. I am not confident that I can perform the work and I do not know of anyone near me that can do it.
Can someone please give me some clear pictures of the work on a MTCD, I realy need to ask my friend if he can do the job before ordering.
dude-nl said:
Can someone please give me some clear pictures of the work on a MTCD, I realy need to ask my friend if he can do the job before ordering.
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I have done it on 2 boards now - 3rd to be done next week.
Will try to get pics and hopefully some video
here and a few pages back and forth is some:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android-auto/mtcb-hardware-development/2gb-ram-t3483677/page37
I already signed for one set, let you know for second set hopefully tomorrow...
Edit: yes, put me up for 2 sets. Friend of mine also wants to upgrade (same device).
dude-nl said:
I already signed for one set, let you know for second set hopefully tomorrow...
Edit: yes, put me up for 2 sets. Friend of mine also wants to upgrade (same device).
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OK, we made it - got the 10 sets.
I have just put in the order to IM - should have the chips end of the week.
I am going to PM every participant in a minute
Oskar
Im Hoping that this is the right place to post this if not please let me know and I will gladly move.
I will just start with some background info on how the idea formed. I bought a new laptop and after spending $1000, I wanted a case to protect it. I spent 3 days searching laptop cases and each time I found a case I thought I liked, I wanted to read the reviews from people who have already purchased and used it.
Well, one site that sold that case had no reviews, 2nd site (same case) had one review, 3rd site had 4-5 reviews. Then there are company's who review the cases as well, but Im not sure if I should trust those because they might or probably are being paid to say good things about it.
After 3 days of going site to site to read reviews on multiple different cases, I was frustrated. But I realized that the process is the same no matter what item Im looking for.
So my idea is to create an app, when opened, a person can type in the name of the item that they are looking for then post a review of it, or read through the reviews that other people may have posted, if no reviews have been posted the person can either post one themselves if they have the item during which they could post pictures of the item to accompany their review, or they can post a request for reviews of the item they are searching, which people can see at the bottom of the initial page below the search which requests scroll through. and above the search would be a scroll of recently reviewed items.
So its basically an app for consumers to post and/or read reviews of items they have or are interested in purchasing.
This idea now being spelled out, the only other thing I have is a name for it, and thats it. So... how would I go about to creating such a monstrosity. I have no knowledge on coding, so please use layman words.
Im willing to do the work and learn but I don't even know where to start, do I need software, hardware? I have not the faintest idea.. Please any help would be appreciated. Thank you
uhwhat said:
Im Hoping that this is the right place to post this if not please let me know and I will gladly move.
I will just start with some background info on how the idea formed. I bought a new laptop and after spending $1000, I wanted a case to protect it. I spent 3 days searching laptop cases and each time I found a case I thought I liked, I wanted to read the reviews from people who have already purchased and used it.
Well, one site that sold that case had no reviews, 2nd site (same case) had one review, 3rd site had 4-5 reviews. Then there are company's who review the cases as well, but Im not sure if I should trust those because they might or probably are being paid to say good things about it.
After 3 days of going site to site to read reviews on multiple different cases, I was frustrated. But I realized that the process is the same no matter what item Im looking for.
So my idea is to create an app, when opened, a person can type in the name of the item that they are looking for then post a review of it, or read through the reviews that other people may have posted, if no reviews have been posted the person can either post one themselves if they have the item during which they could post pictures of the item to accompany their review, or they can post a request for reviews of the item they are searching, which people can see at the bottom of the initial page below the search which requests scroll through. and above the search would be a scroll of recently reviewed items.
So its basically an app for consumers to post and/or read reviews of items they have or are interested in purchasing.
This idea now being spelled out, the only other thing I have is a name for it, and thats it. So... how would I go about to creating such a monstrosity. I have no knowledge on coding, so please use layman words.
Im willing to do the work and learn but I don't even know where to start, do I need software, hardware? I have not the faintest idea.. Please any help would be appreciated. Thank you
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You need to learn Android Studio and Java Programming Language.
Android Studio is a software for developing android apps.
As to learning Java, I recommend that you use SoloLearn android app.
It contains tutorials for learning programming languages.