Hey everyone, I need a little help, I have successfully unlocked my T-Mobile Pocket PC and use it with AT&T and T-Mobile in the USA with success. However, I am no longer able to use it internationally (specifically the mid-east). :?
In the past I have used it with Orange network after changing the phone setting to "Europe" but since cooking my own rom and upgrading the radio stack to 6.20, I don’t have that option any longer.
Anyone have any ideas.
Thanks in advance
Just a guess, is that 6.20 upgrade just for 900/1900 phones?
ive tried to help him via email :\ it seems that orange in isreal uses 900 and 1800mhz but since hes updated it doesnt want to read oranges 900mhz over there but wants the 1800mhz :\
ive already said that your unit isnt compatable for use in 1800mhz areas ect...
dont understand why it would of just gone like that
Most/all of the 4.00.XX Beta ROMS for WM2003 don't have the band select menu installed. As I understand it requires a trip to the bootloader and/or a cold boot to change to the alternate band. If you can find a copy of 4.01, it does have the band select menu (but I haven't found this ROM in a kitchen yet, so no additional goodies to be cooked in with it).
Not sure where I found 4.01 - check the archives back to late Novemer/early December and you might find a link to it.
Got it to work
Thanks for all your help; I was able to get it working. After reloading the same rom and adding bandswitch program, it somehow found the network.
I am not really sure the exact step that worked (and I am afraid to play with it because I NEED it to work) but I am confident it was either the “fresh” start with the rom or the bandswitch program
Thanks for all your help
I've tried with force_cdma=1 (Select network is disabled) and force_cdma=0 (SIM unlock to use Phone). Please guide me to use Froyo/Gingerbread with GSM SIM.
My phone is a unlocked global phone which woks fine in (Verizon HTC Touch Pro2) WinMo 6.5/ Not sure how to make the network working with Android.
If you are GSM you definitely want to remove the force CDMA command completely.
And define 'NOT WORKING', does it freeze on boot? radio not work at all? etc.
Also what model is your phone?
ryannathans said:
If you are GSM you definitely want to remove the force CDMA command completely.
And define 'NOT WORKING', does it freeze on boot? radio not work at all? etc.
Also what model is your phone?
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Not working: Its not exactly not working. Its mobile network is not available. It says "Setup SIM unlock" or "Enter SIM PIN to use Phone".
My phone is from Verizon (CDMA). I was able to use the phone with a GSM SIM in WinMo. But the same SIM is not working under Android Froyo (I guess its 2.2, the latest stable android posted here)
My spec is attached below,
RHOD500 32M SS-BC
SPL-0.72.000
MicroP (LED) 0x0A
MicroP (KEY) 0x04
TURBO HW/TURBO SW
TP MFG DATA
512,520 805,846
805,196 217,194
219,846 Calibrated
Please revert if you need more details.
If it's asking for a SIM PIN, you need to disable PIN request on startup (do this in WinMo).
Pin unlock at startup is not available in Android. Yet.
Nope, it's not mobile phone's PIN unlock or security unlock. Its about SIM PIN to use the GSM SIM installed in the mobile can be used. It shows no network coverage (at the top next to battery status) or "No Service" (on the mobile phone unlock screen).
I'm able to use a GSM SIM in WinMo 6.5 without any issue. Because its an global unlocked mobile.
Lemme give a brief summary of the steps I've followed to setup Froyo/Gingerbread.
1) Downloaded the respective ROM (Froyo/Gingerbread)
2) Extracted and copied in to my microSD (8 gig) card (I've never formatted)
3) Copied the relevant (RHOD500/startup.txt) in to the same level as haret.exe. Modified the startup.txt/force_cdma=0 from force_cdma=1 (cos my phone is a Verizon or CDMA version - at least as per my understanding)
4) Selected haret.exe to load Android
5) After the bootup process is over, tried to explore the loaded Android. Everything else is working almost smooth (though with slight response delay) except the mobile network.
I'm now unable to make/receive calls or send/receive SMS or anything which requires mobile network. When I selected at Wireless Network/Mobile Networks, it shows some "Searching for mobile networks" and freezes. And when I tried to uncheck Location & Security/Setup SIM PIN/XYZ "not sure of the item, but something related to clear lock", the mobile was showing some "SIM PIN".
Note: Also I was unable to install any kitchen ROM or custom ROM, even can't HardSPL. I've attached my mobile spec from the special rainbow color screen (displayed when vol- + reset button pressed)
Hope I've briefed my issue completely. Please help me to resolve the issue. Many thanks in advance.
sugarmurali said:
Nope, it's not mobile phone's PIN unlock or security unlock. Its about SIM PIN to use the GSM SIM installed in the mobile can be used. It shows no network coverage (at the top next to battery status) or "No Service" (on the mobile phone unlock screen).
I'm able to use a GSM SIM in WinMo 6.5 without any issue. Because its an global unlocked mobile.
Lemme give a brief summary of the steps I've followed to setup Froyo/Gingerbread.
1) Downloaded the respective ROM (Froyo/Gingerbread)
2) Extracted and copied in to my microSD (8 gig) card (I've never formatted)
3) Copied the relevant (RHOD500/startup.txt) in to the same level as haret.exe. Modified the startup.txt/force_cdma=0 from force_cdma=1 (cos my phone is a Verizon or CDMA version - at least as per my understanding)
4) Selected haret.exe to load Android
5) After the bootup process is over, tried to explore the loaded Android. Everything else is working almost smooth (though with slight response delay) except the mobile network.
I'm now unable to make/receive calls or send/receive SMS or anything which requires mobile network. When I selected at Wireless Network/Mobile Networks, it shows some "Searching for mobile networks" and freezes. And when I tried to uncheck Location & Security/Setup SIM PIN/XYZ "not sure of the item, but something related to clear lock", the mobile was showing some "SIM PIN".
Note: Also I was unable to install any kitchen ROM or custom ROM, even can't HardSPL. I've attached my mobile spec from the special rainbow color screen (displayed when vol- + reset button pressed)
Hope I've briefed my issue completely. Please help me to resolve the issue. Many thanks in advance.
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I don't see any attachment?
So just double check the SIM PIN is totally cleared in WINMO.
What kernel and rootfs are you using?
Also, are you using the default RIL or highlandsun's?
I meant the attached detail as,
RHOD500 32M SS-BC
SPL-0.72.000
MicroP (LED) 0x0A
MicroP (KEY) 0x04
TURBO HW/TURBO SW
TP MFG DATA
512,520 805,846
805,196 217,194
219,846 Calibrated
I'm not a very technical person. Please let me know the steps I need to follow to answer your queries.
1) How to totally clear SIM PIN in WINMO?
2) How to find the Kernel n rootfs version? I've downloaded the "Froyo Complete build - Stable" version from XDA HTC TP2 Android Forum.
3) I donno how to find whether I'm using Default RIL or Highlandsun's one??
sugarmurali said:
I meant the attached detail as,
RHOD500 32M SS-BC
SPL-0.72.000
MicroP (LED) 0x0A
MicroP (KEY) 0x04
TURBO HW/TURBO SW
TP MFG DATA
512,520 805,846
805,196 217,194
219,846 Calibrated
I'm not a very technical person. Please let me know the steps I need to follow to answer your queries.
1) How to totally clear SIM PIN in WINMO?
2) How to find the Kernel n rootfs version? I've downloaded the "Froyo Complete build - Stable" version from XDA HTC TP2 Android Forum.
3) I donno how to find whether I'm using Default RIL or Highlandsun's one??
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I found the module version as "modules-2.6.27.46-01276-g6a6a1c1.tar.gz"
sugarmurali said:
I'm not a very technical person. Please let me know the steps I need to follow to answer your queries.
1) How to totally clear SIM PIN in WINMO?
2) How to find the Kernel n rootfs version? I've downloaded the "Froyo Complete build - Stable" version from XDA HTC TP2 Android Forum.
3) I donno how to find whether I'm using Default RIL or Highlandsun's one??
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This is a very technical process - running Android on a WinMo phone isn't exactly "easily done". Hopefully when it gets more stable, it will get easier to install - but at this stage, there's a lot of things being tested, and you really need to learn your way around the system if you expect to be able to use it - or troubleshoot it.
With that said, if you haven't downloaded a test RIL and mounted it, then I'd say you're using the stock one . If you didn't change anything with the bundle, you're also using the stock rootfs from 2/24.
Disabling the SIM PIN is a WinMo problem - I'm not quite sure how to disable it, I don't use WinMo sorry . If you're not a very technical person, it might be best to stick to WinMo - the phone was after all designed for it. Android may never run flawlessly on our phones, even when NAND flashing has stabilized. So perhaps play with Android, have some fun with it - but don't use it full time if you're not willing to accept the issues.
arrrghhh said:
This is a very technical process - running Android on a WinMo phone isn't exactly "easily done". Hopefully when it gets more stable, it will get easier to install - but at this stage, there's a lot of things being tested, and you really need to learn your way around the system if you expect to be able to use it - or troubleshoot it.
With that said, if you haven't downloaded a test RIL and mounted it, then I'd say you're using the stock one . If you didn't change anything with the bundle, you're also using the stock rootfs from 2/24.
Disabling the SIM PIN is a WinMo problem - I'm not quite sure how to disable it, I don't use WinMo sorry . If you're not a very technical person, it might be best to stick to WinMo - the phone was after all designed for it. Android may never run flawlessly on our phones, even when NAND flashing has stabilized. So perhaps play with Android, have some fun with it - but don't use it full time if you're not willing to accept the issues.
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When I have some time tomorrow I will write a guide for most of the stuff he wants or needs to do, if not all of it. I will also tteach him how to get thooose logcats hyc wants.
-posted from my tp2
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When I have some time tomorrow I will write a guide for most of the stuff he wants or needs to do, if not all of it. I will also tteach him how to get thooose logcats hyc wants.
-posted from my tp2
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That's great.
But I'm using an unlocked WinMo. But I've checked with my Service provider. Its nothing to do with the SIM PIN it seems. Its just the default 4 digit (for example 0000) should be entered. But that didn't solved my issue.
I guess its something to do with the device lock, 'm not sure. Cos I was unable to install any customer ROM or even HardSPL. The device easily switches to Airplane mode. But not able to access any mobile network. That's the main problem. Prob.ly if I continue using Android, I mite be able to find out some issues. But using Android that too in my TP2 is really cool (though slightly slower). But I'm stuck with mobile network connectivity issue.
I've seen few threads about "No service" or Airplane mode issues. But I was unable to find a proper solution which could work for me.
Not sure whether it would give any clue, I'm using a i5 win7 64-bit laptop.
I guess I got the solution. I've found the network to "Global" under WinMo. Changed to "GSM Only" and reboot Android. And now I'm able to see all the networks.... Wow!!!!! What a relief now.... Thanks for all you support in this matter
sugarmurali said:
I guess I got the solution. I've found the network to "Global" under WinMo. Changed to "GSM Only" and reboot Android. And now I'm able to see all the networks.... Wow!!!!! What a relief now.... Thanks for all you support in this matter
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Wow... You sure do pick the timing!!!
I was half way through writing the guide....
Glad that was fixed anyway!
Anyhow, its good to share the documentation. Just wanted to learn more about Android and could be helpful for many like me....
Thanks once again for sparing your time for newbies like me. And appreciate your continued good work....
sugarmurali said:
I guess I got the solution. I've found the network to "Global" under WinMo. Changed to "GSM Only" and reboot Android. And now I'm able to see all the networks.... Wow!!!!! What a relief now.... Thanks for all you support in this matter
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Heh, awesome. I need to remember these little tricks that trip people up .
Something to note: There is clearly something odd about your device. A SIM lock of any sort should not affect your ability to install HardSPL.
Of interest - what radio version are you running? Most people who flash ROMs update their radios too, you might be running an old radio firmware that behaves differently from those most other users have in use.
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Something to note: There is clearly something odd about your device. A SIM lock of any sort should not affect your ability to install HardSPL.
Of interest - what radio version are you running? Most people who flash ROMs update their radios too, you might be running an old radio firmware that behaves differently from those most other users have in use.
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Yeah even I can sense there's something odd. That's why I've attached the complete environment (PC n Mob) I was using for flashing. Please refer to post #3 in this thread where I've attached the details which you can use for your analysis and suggest me how can I flash my WinMo ROM?
When I tried the ROM/update from Verizon (MR1,2,3), it worked w.o any issue. But when I tried with any customer ROM, I was stuck @ 0% with the error "262" or "260" (I don't remember the error codes, but I guess this can give some idea).
Might be able to get a unique type of CDMA TP2!!! lol.......... ;o)
What does the device say in bootloader mode? (Edit: Saw your third post and that looks like a stock SPL.)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=425922
Error 262 implies that you didn't actually flash HardSPL. What happened when you tried to flash HardSPL as per http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=578660 ?
What's your radio ROM version?
Entropy512 said:
What does the device say in bootloader mode? (Edit: Saw your third post and that looks like a stock SPL.)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=425922
Error 262 implies that you didn't actually flash HardSPL. What happened when you tried to flash HardSPL as per http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=578660 ?
What's your radio ROM version?
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I've attached all the details from About Phone page (and the info from bootloader screen is attached in #3'rd post in this thread).
Identity
Model No RHOD500
Platform PocketPC
S/N Number NA
MEID XXXXXXXX (removed, not sure whether these information can be shared public)
MDN XXXXXXXX
MSID XXXXXXXX
Hardware Information
CPU QUALCOMM® 7600
Speed 528MHz
RAM Size 288MB
Flash Memory Size 512MB
Data Bus 32Bits
Storage Size 212.85MB
Display Resolution 480 x 800
Colors 65536
Bluetooh Version 2.1/2.1+EDR
Bluetooth Address 00:23:76:36;AE:3A
Hardware Version 0004
Software Information
OS Version 5.2.21887 (21887.5.0.86)
Manila Version 2.5.20132227.0
ROM Version 4.01.605.15
ROM Date 05/14/10
Radio Version 2.3.00WV
Protocol Version M76XXDSDCCANPZM-6125
PRL Version 51540
PRI Version 3.08_002
Browser Version MSIE 6.0
ERI Version 5
I was getting 262 during HardSPL and Customer ROM flashing and stuck @ 0%. And the mobile recovered automatically, w.o the recovery step. Nothing else happens.
I have been hunting around, trying to find a solution
I am having XT-912 Verizon Droid Razr Maxx model, and i am in India using a GSM network.
All cdma roms, dont show gsm signal bars, hence i am using patch to enable gsm using coupe of build.prop entries. [Src: http://www.internauta37.altervista.org/how-and-patch-fully-enable-gsm-verizon-cdma-phones-android]
Everything works well, but the main problem is whenever i move from one area to another, many times phone loses signal and doesnt re-connect for a loooong time.
It gets very irritating as i have been missing calls, msgs, etc
1. The problem wasnt there initially and i feel some junk data or cache in baseband might be causing it?
2. I think the problem might be a ril or baseband mismatch. I am on cdma_n_05.21.00R which is latest baseband, any idea if trying different basebands might help solve this proble,?
3. Also is it possible to flash older baseband [ics or gb or older jb] on my phone to check compatibility or will i cause brick or locking etc?
Also i read about CID, and its something about region secific identifier, so anything about that affecting my device?
I have installed several treble gsi ROMs, android 12 and 13 with and without Gapps, the problem is that in all of them when using my Ecuadorian operator "Claro" the calls arrive but I cannot hear the person speaking, however the internet data mobile work. I already tried to fix the problem by changing to manual network and selecting my operator, also changing to 3g or 2g network without success. I have seen problems with these gsi ROMs with qualcom processors, and in fact there are some flashable zips but they use the ims architecture that apparently the Samsung Galaxy A02s does not have. It would be very helpful for me to have an answer to this problem, because if I don't solve this issue I will be forced to flash the original Samsung version and sell it, which I don't like since the performance on GSI is exceptional.