I'm on .28 existenz Y but no matter which rom/stock i use, photo quality is terribly weak. For example, the front camera, It has a lot of noise, whatever or is sunny or is dark. The rear camera makes good pictures until you look at the details. What is wrong? You know how to correct it?
Someone also has the impression that xperia Z2 doing ugly pictures?
botanicfts said:
I'm on .28 existenz Y but no matter which rom/stock i use, photo quality is terribly weak. For example, the front camera, It has a lot of noise, whatever or is sunny or is dark. The rear camera makes good pictures until you look at the details. What is wrong? You know how to correct it?
Someone also has the impression that xperia Z2 doing ugly pictures?
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Do you have unlocked bootloader? If yes what is with your DMR keys?
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drlemi said:
Do you have unlocked bootloader? If yes what is with your DMR keys?
Sent from my D6503 using XDA Free mobile app
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i have unlocked bootloader, i tried to restore this DMR keys, but doesnt work
botanicfts said:
i have unlocked bootloader, i tried to restore this DMR keys, but doesnt work
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Here is a simple DRM restore solution:
1.flash .69 ftf
2.relock and unlock the bootloader after that
3.turn on the phone and force it off(volup+power)
4.flash .28 ftf without TA
5.flash Androplus kernel(to get recovery) and in TWRP flash the DRM restore zip
6.it should work
BlAckXpeRia said:
Here is a simple DRM restore solution:
1.flash only TA partition from .69 ftf
2.flash .28 ftf without TA
3.flash the DRM restore zip
4.it should work
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should, but doesnt
botanicfts said:
should, but doesnt
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Tried it ?
botanicfts said:
should, but doesnt
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Those instructions worked for me and for everyone else. It has to work with your device, there is no reason it shouldn't. It also worked on my Z1.
I forgot to mention that you need to relock and unlock the bootloader after you flash .69. I updated my previous post with proper instructions.
BTW I have the device from 5 days and did it, so is can't be a problem for you.
Pandemic said:
Tried it ?
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yup, 2 times, doesnt work
BlAckXpeRia said:
Those instructions worked for me and for everyone else. It has to work with your device, there is no reason it shouldn't. It also worked on my Z1.
I forgot to mention that you need to relock and unlock the bootloader after you flash .69. I updated my previous post with proper instructions.
BTW I have the device from 5 days and did it, so is can't be a problem for you.
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i did this 2 times, with my phone and from my friend, still doesnt work for both, idk why. i have original TA.img from my phone, before i have uncloked this bootloader, can that help me?
botanicfts said:
yup, 2 times, doesnt work
i did this 2 times, with my phone and from my friend, still doesnt work for both, idk why. i have original TA.img from my phone, before i have uncloked this bootloader, can that help me?
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I think not.
You must be forgetting something. Are you using .69 or other kk ftf? It must be .69 to work. Also, the relocking has to happen while on .69(in my case it didn't even boot like the original instruction said, but it worked). The .69 firmware ABSOLUTELY needs to have TA in it! Maybe that is the mistake? I can't think of other reasons.
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I think not.
You must be forgetting something. Are you using .69 or other kk ftf? It must be .69 to work. Also, the relocking has to happen while on .69(in my case it didn't even boot like the original instruction said, but it worked). The .69 firmware ABSOLUTELY needs to have TA in it! Maybe that is the mistake? I can't think of other reasons.
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ok, I'll do it as soon as let you know. what i want to do? i want back this DRM keys, but i want to flash existenz too, should it work?
I'm interested in this too, currently I'm on existenz with androplus kernel, but I want to get DRM back because the camera quality is really bad.
can I flash .69, then lock and unlock the bootloader, then flash the existenz rom, after the androplus kernel and after the DRM fix?
the problem that I'm facing, or at least I think it is, the existenz rom is a zip, and I need to flash a ftf, right?
jok3r4u said:
I'm interested in this too, currently I'm on existenz with androplus kernel, but I want to get DRM back because the camera quality is really bad.
can I flash .69, then lock and unlock the bootloader, then flash the existenz rom, after the androplus kernel and after the DRM fix?
the problem that I'm facing, or at least I think it is, the existenz rom is a zip, and I need to flash a ftf, right?
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that's what I'm doing now.
1. flash .69
2. lock bootloader
3. flash .69 again
4. unlock bootloader
5. flash .28 without TA partition (check under exclude)
6. flash androplus kernel
7. drm fix
8. existenz
when still doesnt work, whatever im gonna kill myself
whoa, take it easy, the phone doesn't worth it
if it works, can you post a link to the right files to flash and how to do so, I just got my phone the other day and I don't wanna mix something up with it already.
*haven't flashed any ftf files yet, still have to figure it out how to do it.
jok3r4u said:
whoa, take it easy, the phone doesn't worth it
if it works, can you post a link to the right files to flash and how to do so, I just got my phone the other day and I don't wanna mix something up with it already.
*haven't flashed any ftf files yet, still have to figure it out how to do it.
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when i check drm keys with this service menus, that says [unknown error] and [active] what does it mean?
You can restore your DRM partition using your TA.img. Just download Backup-TA from here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292598
connect your phone with USB debugging on then open .bat file of script then select "Convert TA.IMG". At this point there must be some folder to tell your where you put your img in. After there's a backup restore by press 2.
so a simple restore is enough and no need to go through the .69 flash/DRM fix zip ? are you sure ?
My TA backup was done on 4.4.x rom, would it work normally on LP roms ?
http://www.mrcrab.net/viewstockrom/12900-d6503.html
Try this FTF
Perform these steps
1. lock bootloader using Flashtools
2. flash 17.1.A.2.69 TW with full wipe
3. reboot, check camera and x-reality - OK
4. unlock bootloader
5. reboot, check camera and x-reality - still OK
6. root, install recovery
7.Install your rom
8.Install DRM restoration zip for LOLLIPOP
9.Reboot and restore your data. (Including your SD Card)
BlAckXpeRia said:
Here is a simple DRM restore solution:
1.flash .69 ftf
2.relock and unlock the bootloader after that
3.turn on the phone and force it off(volup+power)
4.flash .28 ftf without TA
5.flash Androplus kernel(to get recovery) and in TWRP flash the DRM restore zip
6.it should work
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Does this work if you unlocked the bootloader but didnt backup the DRM keys?
Eanan said:
Does this work if you unlocked the bootloader but didnt backup the DRM keys?
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Yes. It is made exactly for that.
BlAckXpeRia said:
Yes. It is made exactly for that.
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Ok, where do I get the .69 ftf and the .28 ftf? ive never heard of these ftf things.
Thanks
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I have a feeling that my bravia engine is not working. How can i make sure that it works?
I have tried taking screenshot of a picture with turnig engine off and on and comparing pictures on pc. (Maybe picture was already good enough that Bravia didn't effect that, but i have tried a couple of them).
I had once unlocked bootloader but relocked it back. Device is Xperia P.
Any help is appreciated.
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I have a feeling that my bravia engine is not working. How can i make sure that it works?
I have tried taking screenshot of a picture with turnig engine off and on and comparing pictures on pc. (Maybe picture was already good enough that Bravia didn't effect that, but i have tried a couple of them).
I had once unlocked bootloader but relocked it back. Device is Xperia P.
Any help is appreciated.
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When you unlock bootloader, you lose BE, Download music Info like facilities AFAIK if you do not backup a "(somename).ta" file prior to unlocking BL..
Without taking a backup, you will not get back those facilities even after relocking.
Though there should be some possible ways in the respective thread as for my Xperia U too there's a thread to get back these features working after relocking.
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maanleo said:
I have a feeling that my bravia engine is not working. How can i make sure that it works?
I have tried taking screenshot of a picture with turnig engine off and on and comparing pictures on pc. (Maybe picture was already good enough that Bravia didn't effect that, but i have tried a couple of them).
I had once unlocked bootloader but relocked it back. Device is Xperia P.
Any help is appreciated.
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Read this thread carefully... You'll find your answer and maybe solution as well... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2360040
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Hi guys, i decided to relock my bootloader, i flashed a .ta file via flashtool and it worked fine, but now i'm asking to myself..does it include drm keys???
I found this topic http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292598 after unlocking my bootloader and i'm not happy :/
I want bravia engine working and the other sony features D:
Loller79 said:
Hi guys, i decided to relock my bootloader, i flashed a .ta file via flashtool and it worked fine, but now i'm asking to myself..does it include drm keys???
I found this topic http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292598 after unlocking my bootloader and i'm not happy :/
I want bravia engine working and the other sony features D:
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You can get bravia engine etc... back after relocking...but you will have to go back to stock kernel and rom...if you want to you can follow the guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2301489
if you have relocked already then use this method:
1-Unlock bootloader
2-Flash stock 6.2.A.1.100 via flashtool...reboot device and let the rom settle
3-Copy the BE File (file downloaded in link above) to ur sd card
4-Root your device and install cwm
5-Now flash a custom kernel with cwm and reboot
6-Go to cwm again and flash tha BE File. do not use reboot option. Choose Power Off option in CWM(it's recommended u flash sliding and phantom)
7-Flash the stock kernel via flashtool and turn on the device
8-Turn off and flash relock ftf via flashtool
9-Power it up and enjoy again for the BE
But whenever you flash new rom...you lose BE again and need to follow same procedure....So backup is good option...Now you cannot use BE with custom rom...
Thank you so much, before relocking bootloader i flashed the 6.2.A.1.100 firmware and next i relocked bootloader, why do i need to flash a custom kernel to have bravia engine?
OK, i deleted data of Walkman apps, i went to CWM Recovery and i flashed the BE file, wiped cache and dalvik cache, bravia engine seems to work
Loller79 said:
Thank you so much, before relocking bootloader i flashed the 6.2.A.1.100 firmware and next i relocked bootloader, why do i need to flash a custom kernel to have bravia engine?
OK, i deleted data of Walkman apps, i went to CWM Recovery and i flashed the BE file, wiped cache and dalvik cache, bravia engine seems to work
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Glad that worked for you...
In my case i had already relocked bootloader and was using custom rom...i had to follow above mentioned procedure to make BE working...custom kernel maybe for latest cwm that gives power off feature ............
Me too, i had already relocked bootloader and using stock rom, but i tried to flash that file without unlocking bootloader and it worked
Thanks @[NUT] for finding the way of rooting 4.3 with locked BL. Since nobody makes one for Z Ultra, I will do it.
This is a flashable ROM extracted from stock 14.2.A.0.290 without ANY modification.
The only 2 things added are FULL ROOT and XZDualRecovery.
This method is copied and modified from @[NUT] 's Z1 ROM
Requirements:
Flashtool 0.9.13 by @Androxyde
XZDualRecovery 2.7.71 BETA or newer.
Current rooted FW version: 14.1.B.1.532 OR 14.1.B.2.257 (rooted).
note: 257 is not tested on Z Ultra yet.
In the following guide I suggest you use an external SDCard but that's just good practice, you can use your internal storage or even an USB OTG storage device in TWRP if you like to install, that's no problem!... If you are modding and the likes, best is to have an external sdcard, just for safeties sake.
C6802: How to update to 14.2.A.0.290:
This should work for C6833, too. But you will lose 4G.
WARNING:
As the 'update' part of this ROM package does not work yet:
THIS GUIDE WILL DESTROY ALL USERDATA!
For C6802: Download C6802_14.2.A.0.290.jackie099.flashable.zip (C6833_14.2.A.0.290.jackie099.flashable.zip if u have C6803)and C6802_14.2.A.0.290_Stripped.ftf, save them somewhere you remember;
Put 'C6802_14.2.A.0.290.jackie099.flashable.zip' on (the external) SDcard1;
Put 'C6802_14.2.A.0.290_Stripped.ftf' inside the Flashtool/firmwares folder;
Create a backup of your phone in CWM or TWRP and don't forget to backup the contents of 'SDCard0';
To prevent bootloops:
Flash XL39h-C6802_4.2.2-14.1.B.1.532.ftf firmware, please use the newest flashtool, or brick.
root it with Vroot, and install Supersu to replace vroot's permission manager.
Flash XZDualRecovery 2.7.71 (from PC)
In TWRP -> Wipe -> advanced Wipe Tick/Check:
Dalvik-Cache
System
Cache
Data
Internal Storage
Swipe to Right to do the factory reset
After that Click Format Data -> type yes
Flash 'C6802_14.2.A.0.290.jackie099.flashable.zip' or 'C6833_14.2.A.0.290.jackie099.flashable.zip' in TWRP
NOTE: do not reboot but go back to the main menu, then go to reboot->power off;
Flash everything in 'C6802_14.2.A.0.290_Stripped.ftf';
Now reboot to system.
Check Supersu, and u are rooted!
Hit Thanks or donate me if you think my work is useful for you!
Thank you for this! Much appreciated!
Just to let you know - both of your link (C6802_14.2.A.0.290_Stripped.ftf,) points to the wrong file.
I have been using NUT's 4.3 root guide for other Z-devices, but when trying with my Z Ultra it wouldn't work. I tried going from a rooted generic .532 to generic .290 created according to NUT's guide. I had success on Tablet Z and Z1 but not Z Ultra. I have a C6833.
alphaandomega said:
Thank you for this! Much appreciated!
Just to let you know - both of your link (C6802_14.2.A.0.290_Stripped.ftf,) points to the wrong file.
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Thank You! It's fixed now.
dape16 said:
I have been using NUT's 4.3 root guide for other Z-devices, but when trying with my Z Ultra it wouldn't work. I tried going from a rooted generic .532 to generic .290 created according to NUT's guide. I had success on Tablet Z and Z1 but not Z Ultra. I have a C6833.
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If u dont mind losing LTE, u can use this one. Maybe I can make one for 6833 later.
jackie099 said:
If u dont mind losing LTE, u can use this one. Maybe I can make one for 6833 later.
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Thank you, but I unlocked my bootloader so I am okay now.
If I have time this weekend I can try to make the files for C6833 and share them here.
Good work, but can you remove vRoot from the post and use Kingo or Bin4ary's root tools as vRoot may be harvesting imei no's
jackie099 said:
If u dont mind losing LTE, u can use this one. Maybe I can make one for 6833 later.
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Hi million thanks for your incredible work. I have a C6806 version.... Dyou know if the C6833 version will work for me if it is finally released?
I cannot be leave there is definitely a solution for our locked bootloader telephones
Many thanks nin advance
Thank you for this! Much appreciated!
jackie099 said:
If u dont mind losing LTE, u can use this one.
Maybe I can make one for 6833 later.
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+1000!!!!
After looking at XZDualRecovery 2.7.71 I think this will work
DONT TRY THIS AT HOME KIDS
1/ flash either my BE Rom or DoggRom
2/ DON'T reboot yet, go to advanced/ power off (CWM) [or back to the main menu, then go to reboot->power off (TWRP)]
3/ start flash tool / select Flash / Flashmode
4/ select .290 ftf
5/ deselect wipes (done on install or Rom), exclude everything but kernel and then flash
6/ Reboot
7/ run XZDualRecovery 2.7.71 from pc
Will this work @hamdogg, @jackie099 ???
blueether said:
After looking at XZDualRecovery 2.7.71 I think this will work
DONT TRY THIS AT HOME KIDS
1/ flash either my BE Rom or DoggRom
2/ DON'T reboot yet, go to advanced/ power off (CWM) [or back to the main menu, then go to reboot->power off (TWRP)]
3/ start flash tool / select Flash / Flashmode
4/ select .290 ftf
5/ deselect wipes (done on install or Rom), exclude everything but kernel and then flash
6/ Reboot
7/ run XZDualRecovery 2.7.71 from pc
Will this work @hamdogg, @jackie099 ???
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Well... Deselecting kernel will keep recovery, deselecting wipes should keep data..
hamdogg said:
Well... Deselecting kernel will keep recovery, deselecting wipes should keep data..
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maybe that should have read:
5/ deselect wipes (done on install of Rom) [Top Box]
5a/ exclude everything but kernel [Middle Box]
5c/ and then flash
at that stage it should boot on a locked bootloader with partial root access, then running XZDualRecovery would give full root and recoveries - It's my belief that our roms wont boot on a locked bootloader as is?
blueether said:
maybe that should have read:
5/ deselect wipes (done on install of Rom) [Top Box]
5a/ exclude everything but kernel [Middle Box]
5c/ and then flash
at that stage it should boot on a locked bootloader with partial root access, then running XZDualRecovery would give full root and recoveries - It's my belief that our roms wont boot on a locked bootloader as is?
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No locked won't boot unless they flash stock kernel. Sounds about right. But I am on 9th Corona... :silly:
hamdogg said:
No locked won't boot unless they flash stock kernel. Sounds about right. But I am on 9th Corona... :silly:
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Dont want to try as there is a large thunder storm above and I don't want to be in the middle of flashing something if the power goes out, and I'v had about 6h sleep in the last 3 days
:good: for work :good:
blueether said:
Dont want to try as there is a large thunder storm above and I don't want to be in the middle of flashing something if the power goes out, and I'v had about 6h sleep in the last 3 days
:good: for work :good:
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Man i know how that feels. On holiday and yet people still go missing... Why can't they take a break!
hamdogg said:
Man i know how that feels. On holiday and yet people still go missing... Why can't they take a break!
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Very OT, you lost another? - /me always has a PLB now when in the backcountry, work and play.
blueether said:
Very OT, you lost another? - /me always has a PLB now when in the backcountry, work and play.
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Well yeah.... There's always someone missing.. Hard stastics: a little over 1500 each year, missing people never get found in New Zealand.
Messed up eh!!
Imagine the rest of the world...
What you doing now?
lemmon said:
Hi million thanks for your incredible work. I have a C6806 version.... Dyou know if the C6833 version will work for me if it is finally released?
I cannot be leave there is definitely a solution for our locked bootloader telephones
Many thanks nin advance
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Sry, I rly dont know. I konw C6833 can flash C6802's ROM, and C6802 can flash C6833's ROM.
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What you doing now?
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testing the above... not working, no recoveries
re-locked BL
flashed kernel.sin etc
boots fine
run locked recovery, gets root, copies files etc - reboots but no recovery.
blueether said:
testing the above... not working, no recoveries
re-locked BL
flashed kernel.sin etc
boots fine
run locked recovery, gets root, copies files etc - reboots but no recovery.
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flash this after flashing the rom to recovery
http://nut.xperia-files.com/downloa...kZHVhbHJlY292ZXJ5Mi43LjcxLUJFVEEuZmxhc2hhYmxl
This is still a WIP as Devs do their good work
[EDIT]
Although a few people seem to have had issues, I'm removing this big RED warning as these instructions work well where it says tested, but still: Use this guide at your own risk!!!
[/EDIT]
Rooting guide for the new 14.2.A.1.136 firmware:
This will void your warranty, don't flash without a full battery or if there is a black cat near by. If this bricks your Z-Ultra I blame the Waikato Draught
Upgrading from .290 already rooted Unlocked BL Working
Flash ftf and follow Coming from stock 14.2.A.1.136 with unlocked BL
Path 1. Coming from stock 14.2.A.1.136 with unlocked BL Tested as working
This will give you Dual Recovery (CWM+TWRP)
Download @Chainfire's SuperSU http://download.chainfire.eu/supersu
Download @jackie099's kernel and recovery: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2631866
Copy SuperSU to SD card of phone
Flash @jackie099's recovery kernel from flashtool (boot into fastboot mode)
Boot into recovery
Flash SuperSU update from recovery
Re-boot
Path 2. Coming from stock 14.2.A.1.136 with unlocked BL Tested as working
This will give you these Recoveries (CWM & PhilZ Touch & TWRP)
Download @ChillyChan's dual recovery kernel https://db.tt/MSIQ5ZNW (read about it here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2575909)
Download XZDualRecovery kernel with recovery http://nut.xperia-files.com/downloa...kZHVhbHJlY292ZXJ5Mi43LjgwLUJFVEEuZmxhc2hhYmxl
Download @Chainfire's SuperSU http://download.chainfire.eu/supersu
Copy SuperSU and XZDualRecovery to SD card of phone
fastboot boot (hotboot from flashtool) @ChillyChan's dual recovery kernel (we only want to boot this kernel/recovery, not flash it)
Flash XZDualRecovery from recovery
Flash SuperSU update from recovery
Re-boot
If you only have partial root then change /sys/kernel/security/sony_ric/enable (from '1' to '0')
Coming from stock 14.2.A.1.136 or 14.2.A.0.290 with locked BL
Get a rooted .290 install then continue from below "Upgrading from .290 already rooted Locked BL"
To get root on .290 follow below or [NUT]'s/jackie's stock .290 for locked BL
Flash [NUT]'s .532 http://forum.xda-developers.com/devdb/project/dl/?id=3442 (read guide here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2593918)
skip setup
settings
- enable dev settings
- enable usb debuging
Root with this tool: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460
- Option 0
Run http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2426739 to get recovery
Download DoggRom for C6833
Download latest ZU-lockeddualrecovery2.7.xx-BETA.flashable.zip
Save both to SD card
Download .136 ftf for your Ultra - Save in flashtool firmware folder
Now comes the tricky bit
Charge phone - I used 40% of the battery while doing this
Reboot to recovery
Wipe Data
Flash a stock based rom (DoggRom for c6833 or [NUT]'s etc) from recovery - DON'T REBOOT
Flash ZU-lockeddualrecovery2.7.xx-BETA.flashable.zip from recovery
POWER OFF the phone - don't reboot
Start flashtool
Select flash
Select Flashmode
Select the .290 ftf or .136 ftf
[Top Box] Uncheck everything
To make sure that there are no mismatch issues like on the Z1 that has lead to DEAD devices
[Middle Box] Check excludes for system only. We may need at least all of these: KERNEL, ELABEL, BOOTBUNDLE, AND BASEBAND
Flash
Reboot phone when done
Run XZDualRecovery 2.7.xx from the pc to get recovery if needed
Upgrading from .290 already rooted Locked BL Should be working
The easiest way ATM is to use [NUT]'s 136 ROM ( testing stages):
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2631768
Thankyou to these good folk.
With out your work all of this would be most difficult.
@jackie099 and @[NUT] for the base of the rooting guide for .290 on locked BL
@chemcup for the FTF
@ChillyChan & @[NUT] & @jackie099 for the recoveries and kernels
@abuihsan for the ric tip
many more as well...
Please feel free to add tips to this guide, and I'll keep it updated.
where can i download 136 ftf?
Edit: never mind.. I found it.
jackie099 said:
where can i download 136 ftf?
Edit: never mind.. I found it.
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Updated OP with a link
I guess I should put a thanks section in as well
Thanx for your instructions, but maybe I will stick to z1 post for flashing 136 instruction ..way more simple
Sent from my C6833 using XDA Premium HD app
skylinestan said:
Thanx for your instructions, but maybe I will stick to z1 post for flashing 136 instruction ..way more simple
Sent from my C6833 using XDA Premium HD app
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Ihaven't read that thread, got a link?
The locked BL instructions are more or less the same as [NUT]'s for the .290 except for the extra steps as we don't have a rooted rom yet, or were you talking about the first instructions?
The instructions are very detailed to help reduce questions...
On unlocked bootloader Dual-Kernel not working properly. This kernel is for 290 firmware only.
To have ROOT need to flash back kernel only from 136 firmware by FlashTool
y0ung said:
On unlocked bootloader Dual-Kernel not working properly. This kernel is for 290 firmware only.
After flashing back kernel only from 136 firmware ROOT is uncompleted, I can't mount system partition in RW mode...
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We don't want to flash the dual recovery kernel for .290, we just need to hotboot a recovery to flash the second kernel, the XZDualRecovery one
blueether said:
We don't want to flash the dual recovery kernel for .290, we just need to hotboot a recovery to flash the second kernel, the XZDualRecovery one
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What do you think of the new FW @blueether?
Worth the upgrade from .290?
hassanmahmood said:
What do you think of the new FW @blueether?
Worth the upgrade from .290?
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First impressions, they have turned up the touch-screen again as i had a few phantom clicks. Not used it in anger yet, just one phone call.
If @hamdogg dosn't cook up a stock rom over the weekend I might do one with root and XZDualRecovery
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2628185
This thread is from NUT
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skylinestan said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2628185
This thread is from NUT
Sent from my C6833 using XDA Premium HD app
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Of cause that is easer, [NUT] has built a flushable zip :silly:
If I, [NUT], hamdogg, etc do the same for the ZU then it will be that easy here as well
ps and I had seen that thread
blueether said:
First impressions, they have turned up the touch-screen again as i had a few phantom clicks. Not used it in anger yet, just one phone call.
If @hamdogg dosn't cook up a stock rom over the weekend I might do one with root and XZDualRecovery
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working on it. Thought I had it, but it boots in like 4 seconds. then goes black, flashes my bootlogo, then takes about 10 seconds to boot, and displays a black screen. When i sleep it, and then unlock it it works fine. google services reports an error, but clearing app data fixed that. But then also getting reboots... I think there is a subtle kernel difference as when i flashed the FTF it works fine. flashing .290 kernel does the same thing. random reboots...
I think I need a break. 3 days without sleep and the pills are wearing off i think.
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I have noticed that the touch vibrations are less intensive. That the screen is snappier.. I don't think its a sensitivity issue as changing the sensitivity in the ROM still make it snappier, but lessens the sensitivity. So not sure what Sony did there. But I like it.
(not that this is me currently not using a screen protector on my brand new unit)
There are a few more apps included but thats probably an FTF issue. i.e. European apps.
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I think I need a break. 3 days without sleep and the pills are wearing off i think.
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Yeah I haven't attempted as I've been up early all week and long hours...
something is not right here after following steps for the unlocked instruction the wifi stopped working
I think my device is screwed up again for something that might have been tested properly i should have waited before following this thread instructions, now I can not enter into flash mode using flash tool and the whole phone is a mess
I try to enter flash mode but its not allowing me to do that
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wifi does not work
when posting something critical as rooting guide at least make 100% sure things work, it was a headache to re flash tft
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when posting something critical as rooting guide at least make 100% sure things work, it was a headache to re flash tft
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Which model phone do you have and did you do ub or lb steps?
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C6833, UB, wifi dose not work after flashing
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Updated OP with a link
I guess I should put a thanks section in as well
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I can't updating for C6802 via Sony PC Companion, had error ( may be my ZU UBL).
Please show me where I can down C6802 the ROM FTF !
Worked for me
Thanks for the guide!.
After following the instructions my phone is now working fine, including wifi, but system read/write only works one minute after it boots so xposed doesnt work either. im an idiot that forgot to install the apk for xperia devices using 4.3 (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=48484642&postcount=6846). I read the XZDualRecovery thread and aparently this was fixed in beta 2.7.80, the same one posted here, but for me it didnt do the trick.Im just posting this here so other people are aware that there might be problems with it, after all its a wip.. Now everything its working fine, Thanks again
(Using a c6802 with an unlocked bootloader, came from a c6802 stock .290, flashed .136 c6833 ftf from germany)
Hi,
My device the SGP511 has never been rooted and I updated already to the newest firmware which may be a bad thing cause I hear I have to unlock bootloader but I cant backup TA without root, so I am stuck in a catch 22. Am I able to go back to an older firmware, do I have to unlock bootloader and lose Sony warranty? What options do I have?
Edit: I wasnt clear, I want to get root access, which was the reason for this post
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Hi,
My device the SGP511 has never been rooted and I updated already to the newest firmware which may be a bad thing cause I hear I have to unlock bootloader but I cant backup TA without root, so I am stuck in a catch 22. Am I able to go back to an older firmware, do I have to unlock bootloader and lose Sony warranty? What options do I have?
Edit: I wasnt clear, I want to get root access, which was the reason for this post
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- Download .314 ftf file of your choice and flash it via Flashtool. (Downgrade)
- Root your device method you chooce. (EasyRootTool, Newroot, Flashtool, XZDualrecovery)
- Backup your TA
- Install XZDualrecovery
- Flash latest prerooted firmware for your device via custom recovery
- Do what ever you want with your device
Basicly no need to unlock your bootloader just to achieve root. You just need to downgrade to rootable firmware and then update it to the latest by flashing prerooted firmware via custom recovery. Or after you achieve root and backed up TA you could unlock your bootloader and etc...
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- Root your device method you chooce. (EasyRootTool, Newroot, Flashtool, XZDualrecovery)
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Which method do you recommend?
I downloaded and flashed D6503_1281-9709_17.1.2.A.0.314_R4A_Customized US.ftf using Flashtool. I thought I did everything right, but my tablet wont start up. I get the vibration when I press the power button, but nothing else.
How do I fix this?
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Which method do you recommend?
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EasyRootTool
chrisdab said:
I downloaded and flashed D6503_1281-9709_17.1.2.A.0.314_R4A_Customized US.ftf using Flashtool. I thought I did everything right, but my tablet wont start up. I get the vibration when I press the power button, but nothing else.
How do I fix this?
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You use wrong ftf file that is meant for Z2 phone. Download SGP511 .314 ftf file for example this one:https://mega.co.nz/#!kcxxjaLA!itErjRi2fYPPswal-c7XasF_lAvPKyY4GwEzY3xgHZ0 and flash it via Flashtool.
kulvertti said:
EasyRootTool
You use wrong ftf file that is meant for Z2 phone. Download SGP511 .314 ftf file for example this one:{im not allowed to post urls yet} and flash it via Flashtool.
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I keep getting a Decryption error when trying to download that file from mega.co.nz. I tried downloading their chrome app and it still doesnt decrypt the file.
Cool, I got it rooted, now to the TA backup step
To get download to work on mega.co.nz, I used a download manager JDownloader.
Hi i have a Z ultra that was given to me and rooted to 4.4.2 Kitkat GPE and has the model number of C6806. The original model number is C6833 and i wish to return it back to stock software but i do not know what is suppose to be done . Anyone can help me with this? Also i cannot boot into bootloader. It just stuck there and i need to press the reset switch to start up my phone.
Exaita said:
Hi i have a Z ultra that was given to me and rooted to 4.4.2 Kitkat GPE and has the model number of C6806. The original model number is C6833 and i wish to return it back to stock software but i do not know what is suppose to be done . Anyone can help me with this?
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There is a short "return to stock" section towards bottom of first post in this thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z-ultra/general/guide-everything-root-4-4-4-t2938098
Unless there is a copy of the TA partition backup somewhere on your device you will not be able to restore it to completely stock as it is device specific. The TA partition effects some Sony proprietary functions.
Actually after typing this I remembered the 4.4.2 GPe port was available for locked Bootloaders so your TA may be intact as unlocking is what causes loss of TA.
I do not know where to find the TA backup or if there is any in the phone.
Exaita said:
I do not know where to find the TA backup or if there is any in the phone.
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Maybe try the search function from a file explorer. If you type this *#*#7378423#*#* into the phone dialer then select service info then configuration you can check your bootloader status. Copy and paste will also work. The status will be "not allowed" if it is locked and is not unlockable "allowed" if it is locked and able to be unlocked and "unlocked" if it has been unlocked.Regardless you can return to stock but without the TA but xreality, bravia and some other things will not work. There is also a thread in the cross device section for a work around to restore those functions without TA.
did what u say and found out that the bootloader is unlock. What do i need to do now? i dont mind living without all the sony apps just wanna get update from sony. Thanks
Exaita said:
did what u say and found out that the bootloader is unlock. What do i need to do now? i dont mind living without all the sony apps just wanna get update from sony. Thanks
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Deleted pic as I didn't realize it Had imei number on that screen. You will need to choose an ftf from the repository and flash it with flashtool.
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Deleted pic as I didn't realize it Had imei number on that screen. You will need to choose an ftf from the repository and flash it with flashtool.
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Thanks!
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Thanks!
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You are welcome. I have only used flashtool to flash kernels, but I know there is a way flash without wiping data by leaving boxes unticked.
adfurgerson said:
You are welcome. I have only used flashtool to flash kernels, but I know there is a way flash without wiping data by leaving boxes unticked.
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I tried to flash a rom just now and it stuck at the boot logo then i do a FTF and got back to C6833 on android 4.4.4 kitkat. Can i get OTA update to work?
Exaita said:
I tried to flash a rom just now and it stuck at the boot logo then i do a FTF and got back to C6833 on android 4.4.4 kitkat. Can i get OTA update to work?
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Well ota should.install fine if it shows as available on your phone. If not you could.try finding the lollipop ftf, or see if Sony's PC Companion program will work.
Thanks alot! =)