ROM/Extended ROM confusion - MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading

I'm a little confused.
My ROM version is 5.03.02 WWE.
My Extended ROM is Tuma 1.3.
Is my ROM really out of date?
Everyone seems to refer to Extended ROMs as ROMs too so I haven't worked out if I need to update my ROM too. Can someone clarify?

If I was you, I'd read
http://sx66-blueangel.home.comcast.net/
and
http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=HTC_Blueangel

Thanks for the link Kevino.
It's mainly due to the Wiki that I'm so confused. Everyone seems to use ROM and Extended ROM interchangably.
From the wiki, the TMobile ROM
BA_TMNL_14200_119_11300_Ship.exe
appears to be the latest. Is this what most PH20B users use now? Also, will I need to be careful to change it to English or is the Dutch ROM alread in English?

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ROM Update: is this possible?

Greetings all. I am new here, but hopefully I will be able to contribute in some small way to the community. After reading about the wiki, ROM kitchen, and cooking, I have a few small questions that will help me jump into the waters and help out.
I have a new PDA2K on Cingular here in the U.S. that came with ROM 1.22.00 WWE Radio 1.06.00 and EXT ROM 1.22.162 WWE.
I would like to update to the most recent ROMs for the Radio, primary, and extended ROM and still retain the new version of KSE Truefax 2.09 and possibly other software that came as part of the package from I-mate.
When cooking a ROM: Is it possible to retain any of the software from your own ROM and aggregating it with the best radio ROM, make a unit that is truly updated in every way possible? If I took elements from the "i-mate_PDA2k_Arabic_13100_112_10600_SHIP" release that is on the FTP site and added the 1.08 or 1.10 radio ROM, would I have certain components that are in Arabic or is that concept misleading?
My point is: I think will I lose the software that came with the unit when I cook a ROM to update the unit and I would like to keep it as I paid for it in my purchase price and I would like to use components from other language ROMs but am concerned I will have components in my phone after the update that are in a language I cannot read.
Please guide me if you have a moment.
Aegeas
I had hoped that I had covered all of this is wiki, but it seems not.
your deivce has 3 parts
1) the os version and its language
2) the extneded rom
3) the radio
each of these can be updated one at a time or all together.
1) The os part is based on the windows version and its build, if you can find a versiont that works with our tools you can update that. In this case the 1.31 arabic in WWE is a good choice.
2) the Extneded rom is based around the applicatons that the porvider gives you as well as the provider customization. Here you can pick and what you want and the term that we use on this site is cooking.
You will need to flush your exteneded rom and cook a new one with what you feel you want (like applications) and you feel you need (as in porider customisation)
3) The radio is based on the type of device you have and in your case can be updated to 1.08.00 as we have yet to find a copy of the 1.10.00
So your issue of the fax software is solved in the cooking of the exteneded rom. allas the files have gone as some nice person has trashed 2 months of work and deleted them. however the 1.22 kitchen is again around so you can get what you need from there or from your device. copy them into your exteneded rom, edit the config.txt and perform a hard reset.
So to keep the stuff you have you need to save the cabs out of your extended rom, update the device (os and radio), flush the exteneded rom and cook your own rom (all covered in the kitchen).
You will do fine and if you have a problem just post it.
Answer
This is exactly the sort of definitive and succinct answer I needed. Your simple clarification has helped me and will no doubt help others. Thank you, again.
Aegeas
WHOAH! :shock:
Am I reading this correctly? So I can pretty much update to whatever ROM version and radio version I want, regardless of language? Anything I need to look out for in particular? I've got the upgrade bug now! Got my BT upgraded to 3900.
ROM 1.22.00 WWE
Radio 1.06.00
extROM 1.22.162 WWE.
How far can I go in an English version? Or does it matter so long as my windows version is English?
Thanks again!
Sam

[T-Mobile UK- MDA III] Upgrading Rom - help for newbie

Hi everybody.
First of all, thanks for this really nice forum.
I am a complete newbie in Pocket PC world. I am coming from Palm world. In fact, I was so much disapointed by palm that I decided to switch.
So, I have just purchased in London a second hand T-Mobile MDA III. I have unlock really easily with the program I found on this forum.
Now I want to upgrade the ROM because regarding the version of mine, it seems pretty old. Here is my version description :
ROM Version : 1.06.00 ENG
ROM date : 08/05/04
Radio Version : 1.00.00
Protocol Version : 1337.30
ExtROM version : 1.06.117 WWE
Model No. : PH20B
I have read a lot of information about this subject, but to be honest I am completly lost.
First I don't understand what is an extended rom ? I mean why there is two roms.
Secondly, what is the last version of the ROM I can use to upgrade my MDA III. I don't care that much about the T-Mobile configuration since I am using it in France. So anyway I will have to put another configuration for my carrier. So what ROM can I put and what is the process to do the upgrade. For the moment I don't want to upgrade to WM5 just new version of WM2003 SE. In fact, if at the same time I can get rid of the T-Mobile branding, it would be great, but it's my principal reason for upgrade.
Also, my last question is that sometimes after using my mda, it seems to run quite slow, specially display. Do you know what is the reason ? I am thinking it might be relating with the use of WM9.
Thanks a lot for your help guys.
Julien.
Hi
First of all: read all the wiki section for BA (BlueAngel)
It's quite well explained there.
Your roms are indeed old.
Go to the wiki section and download newest rom update.
( I think that I-mate's update has ROM 1.40.00WWE with Radio 1.12.00 and ExtROM 1.40.176WWE )
Upgrading is very simple, when you follow wiki.
ExtROM is a portion of ROM that contains installation files for provider-specific applications and some hotfices (CAB files). ExtROM can be edited by user (cooking) to personalize your device best.
At your point I suggest using extROM from this update.
Thanks a lot Robal.
I had to check some other post, because my current ROM was in ENG. So I use some trick to use WWE Rom.
But now it is working great.
Julien.

Good ROM/Radio Assessment Article

http://www.pocketpcmag.com/blogs/index.php?blog=3&p=518&more=1
Author's conclusion is that ROM 1.6.7.1 with radio 01.13.10 is the fastest EDGE and USB connection speeds with stable ROM. I'm using a ROM 1.6.11.1 with 01.13.10 radio with great results.
Enjoy
Craig
Best rom for I-mate k-jam
What is the best rom for an imate k-jam? I am running 1.1.9.3 with radio 01.01.10
Re: Best rom for I-mate k-jam
jr97ai said:
What is the best rom for an imate k-jam? I am running 1.1.9.3 with radio 01.01.10
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Your iMate KJAM is a HTC Wizard thus the author's recommendation of ROM 1.6.7.1 & Radio 1.13.10 is valid. I have a MDA Vario and flashed to this combo with no problems. There is no "best" ROM as the hardware is basically all the same.
By reviewing this xda-developers section on Wizard, you'll form an impression on what works and what doesn't and the pluses / minuses of each.
All the best,
Craig
Question... What is this making sure your phone is CID unlocked?
Carrier unlocked?
Mine is an unlocked Imate K-Jam?
Can I just upgrade the Rom?
Thanks
jr97ai said:
Question... What is this making sure your phone is CID unlocked?
Carrier unlocked?
Mine is an unlocked Imate K-Jam?
Can I just upgrade the Rom?
Thanks
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Look in aWizard ROM util link
Forgive me gentlemen as I am very new to this specific device... I ran the Awizard tools and used the CID unlock and backed up that file... I'm assuming that is to restore it incase of sending in for warranty?
I then backed up all (radio, rom, extended)
Okay so now my question is... Can I just run the Qtek rom executable or should I used the Awizard tools to do the Radio and Rom seperately...
Is there any difference? Can I even just upgrade by double clicking the executable? Will it give me a new extended rom then?
Finally, is there any software differences between the Qtek and the Imate?
I just want to use the Qtek rom until the latest I-mate rom comes out.
Thanks for your guys help.. I know you will be able to answer my questions....
best rom for wiza200 ?
hi , iam new in updating rom can sum2 please let me know the best rom for my o2 mini s my current specs are :
ROM VER. :1.1.7.5
ROM DATE : 9/22/05
RADIO VER : 01.08.10
EXT ROM VER. : 1.1.7.105
PLEASE HELP
THANX
I was using the 1.13.x radio ROM and I never got above two bars even in spots where my Sidkick2 had a full set. I dropped down to 1.10.x and now it works almost as well as the SK2. Im using the 2.8.somthing test ROM though
thanks, i've been with 1.1.9.3/1.13.10 and its running great, but after reading this atricle i'm upgrading to 1.6.7.1/1.13.10 right now!
thanks for refferring the link

Help upgrading my Qtek 9090 Rom

I have Qtek 9090, and i would like to upgrade the ROM since my current ROM has many Bugs, could anyone please tell me how can i do such thing. I ve never done a ROM upgrade, here is some info. about my 9090:
Language: Spanish
R 1.12
G 1.337.42
D 1.40.03 ESN
Thanks in advance.
Rocho
Please read WIKI. The rom upgrade procedures have simple explaination there
xplode:
i checked the WiKI database, greate source of information.
but i still can't find information about wich ROM should i install in my QTek 9090, since its spanish version and i didn't find out the spanish ROM there and not sure wich version to install, if you could help me would be of great help. thanks in advance.
If you want a spanish rom then there is the
Qtek ESN DANGA304 1.40.03 1.40.158 1.12.00
http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=BA_Upgrades
The instructions are the same as for the English roms you just need to dowbload a different file.
http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=BA_1.42.00_Upgrade
You can then upgrade the radio to 1.15
http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=BA_Radio_1.15_Upgrade
Ok mate, thanks for the answer.
Is this image the 1.42 ROM??, cus i readed this is the final ROM Update,
Qtek ESN DANGA304 1.40.03 1.40.158 1.12.00 ????????? this is what u suggested...
i really don't care about the language of my PDA, but the DEFAULT LANGUAGE of my PDA its on Spanish, i don't know if i can install English ROM????
i just want to install the best ROM, Spanish or English doesn't really matter.
Caballero,
You asked for a Spanish version, so the reply was on where to find info on that Spanish version...
The latest WWE version is 1.42, see http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?p=172031#172031
I would however suggest to wait for Tuatara's TuMa 1.4 WM5 Rom...
In the meantime I strongly suggest to start reading the wiki page http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=HTC_Blueangel
If you have read & understood on the regular Roms and you feel confident enough, proceed to http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=HTC_Blueangel_WM5_Home
for the WM5 Rom...
Buena Suerte!
You can install any language rom, the latest shipped english rom is 1.42 and german is 1.42.01. The latest spanish rom is 1.40.03.
In Windows Mobile 5 The best roms are 2 IMHO
1.WM5 ported from Wizard version 2a - beta
2.WM5 ported from Wizard version 1.3-TuMa beta
WM5 roms are in english
ive read all the pages but im still a little confused of wich rom should i upgrade with.
my device information is:
PH20B0BESNNBSTAR301 1.40.03 03 1.40.1781.12.0012.00
i didn't find operator rom suppor as STAR301...?? im miss, really :s
In the device info says:
ROM 1.40.03 esn
Extended ROM 1.40.178 esn
Radio 1.12
* I would like to upgrade my device to the latest WWE WM2003 (not WM5 upgrade). release that would run properly in my device. I just don't want to screw it, and im having problems with the online info. please give me a hand. much thanks.
Oye, eres tonto?
Read http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=BA_1.42.00_Upgrade
and stop anoying everybody!
If you do not understand, use a landline :twisted:
GREATE THIS FORUM OWNS
I have successfully upgraded my ROM to the latest 1.42 from T-Mobile, i also upgraded the Radio to the 1.15.
i also fixed my default language to spanish qwert thanks to user called Antz that developed a greate .cab file...
much love XDA pimps
and thanks

Help download the right WWE ROm for CHT9100

Hello all..
NewB asking for help..
I bought HTC9100 preinstalled with the following WWE ROM.
1.25.000.TE
02/14/07
RADIO VER 1.38.00.11
PROTOCOL VER 32.71.7020.12H
Its a Taiwanese model. I tried to upgrade to WM6 with a wrong ROM and it screwed up everything.. Stopped working completely(Red, green, blue screen)...
I registered with HTC-Taiwan site and could download only a Taiwanese version ROM. I installed Taiwanese ROM.. Atleast the phone is working though i can not understand a single letter in Taiwanese....
Where can i download a WWE ROM for CHT-9100 Taiwan make. Is there anyway i can download the same ROM I had(the above mentioned)..?
I googled all the day and could not get a clue...
I am very sad.. Any help is genuinely appreciated...
thanks
babuap
babuap said:
Hello all..
NewB asking for help..
I bought HTC9100 preinstalled with the following WWE ROM.
1.25.000.TE
02/14/07
RADIO VER 1.38.00.11
PROTOCOL VER 32.71.7020.12H
Its a Taiwanese model. I tried to upgrade to WM6 with a wrong ROM and it screwed up everything.. Stopped working completely(Red, green, blue screen)...
I registered with HTC-Taiwan site and could download only a Taiwanese version ROM. I installed Taiwanese ROM.. Atleast the phone is working though i can not understand a single letter in Taiwanese....
Where can i download a WWE ROM for CHT-9100 Taiwan make. Is there anyway i can download the same ROM I had(the above mentioned)..?
I googled all the day and could not get a clue...
I am very sad.. Any help is genuinely appreciated...
thanks
babuap
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Try the Wiki: http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=HTC_Trinity
under eveilable ROM versions you should find what you need!
The closest match i could find is the below ROM
Cooked version Lvsw**
English HTC_001**
1.25.000.2
1.38.00.11
GGPS enabled - YES
People, Has anyone tried this or any ideas.
I think you can ignore about your current ROM version and install any WWE ROM you want including WM6.
Correct me if I am wrong.
babuap said:
Hello all..
NewB asking for help..
I bought HTC9100 preinstalled with the following WWE ROM.
1.25.000.TE
02/14/07
RADIO VER 1.38.00.11
PROTOCOL VER 32.71.7020.12H
Its a Taiwanese model. I tried to upgrade to WM6 with a wrong ROM and it screwed up everything.. Stopped working completely(Red, green, blue screen)...
I registered with HTC-Taiwan site and could download only a Taiwanese version ROM. I installed Taiwanese ROM.. Atleast the phone is working though i can not understand a single letter in Taiwanese....
Where can i download a WWE ROM for CHT-9100 Taiwan make. Is there anyway i can download the same ROM I had(the above mentioned)..?
I googled all the day and could not get a clue...
I am very sad.. Any help is genuinely appreciated...
thanks
babuap
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Hi babuap,
I am looking for the latest CHT9100 WM6 Trad Chinese Rom, appreciate if you could upload the rom for download. Thanks in advance.
For yr info, you can purchase IMEI-CHECK to unlock your phone to flash to any D810 roms. It works as I have purchase it.
www.imei-check.co.uk.
Thanks again
babuap said:
The closest match i could find is the below ROM
Cooked version Lvsw**
English HTC_001**
1.25.000.2
1.38.00.11
GGPS enabled - YES
People, Has anyone tried this or any ideas.
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Go with the WM6 version of Dopod Chinese ROM - it's the best chinese ROM available for the device. The CHT 9100 is identical to all of our devices - so the ROM can be the same. Flash with HARD-SPL and you can choose whichever ROM you want.

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