Database Develop

BlueAngel WM2005 problems resolution

Lets make a topic and post here fixes and useful stuff we'll find about WM5.
Here are tips to speedup WM2005 on BA:
1. Disable most sounds
2. [deleted, integrated into ba_wm5_fix.cab]
3. It is very annoying that OS checks the digital signature of all DLL/EXE files. I've uploaded a patched version that does not do that to /Uploads/Blueangel/wm5_test/ba_wm5_patch2.rar on FTP. It is nk.nbf file, replace the original file with it and reflash the device. This ROM version works a bit faster.updated 14 sent, probably fixed a problem that some CABs did not install.
4. Finally I've managed to make a backlight fix, I've taken FrontLight.Dll from 1.40 ROM and made a CAB-file that installs it and makes necessary registry changes. This CAB also contains registry fixes from p.2 and missing EXE files from my lower post. To install it just copy it to your device and run. updated 10 sent. 2005. Added 2 bluetooth files provided by ramram (today icon and bt settings). Removed STK.EXE.
5. I don't like the default behavior of hardware buttons - the leftmost and rightmost are mapped to softkeys. I've attached the fix that restores the WM2003 behavior. Previous version was not working. I've attached a fixed build.
6. To send files over BT use this method. Turn on BT, in Explorer tap on file and in context menu select "Beam File". It would send file over BT and IRDA.
7. Attached the camera fix CAB. It is taken from old ROM and is not fully compatible with WM5.
8. ramram made a CAB with album and MIDI ringtone support - http://forum.xda-developers.com/download.php?id=6658
9. dynastykai and rschell posted here that deleting hklm\drivers\builtin\camera and cameradriver registry keys would fix sound problems under SX66. I've attached a CAB file that would remove these keys (remove_camera_reg.rar). Updated 10 sent 2005, previous version did not install.
10. Added Headset_Today.rar. It shows bluetooth headset mode on today screen.
11. Added extended ROM unlocker
12. brn2prgrm found a fix for WiFi connection dropping on resume from standby - http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?t=30840
I've made BA_WIFI_FIX.CAB that sets the required registry value.
Note. After editing registry you need to power off your device, wait several seconds and soft reset. Otherwise changes would be lost!
Note2. When you install CAB file and it asks you to reboot device - don't do this! Power down your device, wait a bit, power on and then reboot. Otherwise registry would not be updated.
Note3. All CAB files attached here would work only on patched ROM!
Note4. Attached files may uninstall incorrectly.
Note5. If you have installed a previous patched or unpatched ROM - you can safely reflash your device with the most recent version. No data except for clock settings would be lost. It is not necessary to reinstall CAB files if they were already installed.

I'll copy here the other my post.
The main reason for battery draining in my case was that buttons are not locked when the phone is turned off. So it constantly turns on when it is in pocket. To fix this - take following files from 1.40 ROM:
Backlight.exe
ButtonLock.exe
CSDType.exe
DIM.exe
Keyboard.exe
MicrophoneAGC.exe
WLanMgr.exe
MyCPL.cpl
and copy to \Windows folder on your device. Windows would cry that files are unsigned - say "yes", then reboot. You'll be able to turn keyboard backlight off, lock buttons, change GPRS class, but you cannot change brightness. The sliders are ignored. They are ignored even if you'll take driver from the WM2003 OS.
Link to files: http://forum.xda-developers.com/download.php?id=6607

Guys, Install Album with midi.rar , it will enable the album works with the camera file tweaked by Mamaich and especially to enable midis as ringtones good luck
I also created a cab file to let you disconnect from the G bubble while you're connecting from the GPRS.
Tonailed created a file to wake up the device and turn on the screen backlight the time you receive an SMS. Click here to download!
To resolve the issue of the voice command "Low voice while announcing the names" on WM2005 install this patch:
Click Here to download!

Bug: Bluetooth shuts off when the device power button is pushed.
Bug: GRPS cannot be connected manually, it has to be done using a web browser.
Fix: By setting the clock to always be on the task bar, it greatly increases speed, reason it no longer has to redraw the bar at the top. So switching between windows is much faster. To do this click on clock settings in the control panel.
thanks

TOmTom 5.10 works
WM 5.10 works
Voice Command Works
Regedit works
Cryptocard works
Wifi works
...

First step to this?
So in my oppinion the first step now must be to create a buglist . I think, devs wiki would be a great place for this, what do you think?

mamaich said:
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Drivers\BuiltIn\WaveDev]
create there a DWORD key with value 128 (all numbers I'll post here are decimal), this would eliminate clicks during audio playback
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
DWORD key named what?

KTamas said:
mamaich said:
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Drivers\BuiltIn\WaveDev]
create there a DWORD key with value 128 (all numbers I'll post here are decimal), this would eliminate clicks during audio playback
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
DWORD key named what?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Try Priority256 - thats what its named under 2003SE.

efjay said:
KTamas said:
mamaich said:
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Drivers\BuiltIn\WaveDev]
create there a DWORD key with value 128 (all numbers I'll post here are decimal), this would eliminate clicks during audio playback
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
DWORD key named what?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Try Priority256 - thats what its named under 2003SE.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I tried that, no joy. I think it is more basic than that one registry setting. Also tried changing wavedev.dll to btceavif.dll in the registry, again no joy.

i need help
i install on my sx66 the pda2k_5.rar
1.its very slow and i stop the sound
2.i cant dial with my phone the phonepad is not function
3.i dont get the bt mannger on today screen
4.no ring on incoming calls
appreciate help

You have to wait a few seconds, until it dials. But it works! On PH20B1 Devices there is no sound after all. Can PH20B users copy that? What about sound on your devices?

I've made a fix for the backlight problem and integrated there ramram's CAB. See the first post.
Bubisch. I don't have sound problems.
icohen2005. On my device it is not slow, no problems with rings or phone pad. I use patched ROM version.
The only problem left is that it does not respond for several seconds to keypresses/screen taps after it is turned off and quickly on again. And SPB PocketPlus 3.0 today plugin slowsdown the device.

I use dualsim adapter, after upgrading, the radio doesn't work. When I put single Sim card the radio is OK. Cause WM2005 has no STK? How to fix this problem? If it does not work, may be I downgrade to 2003se

MIDI Files
after i have installe WM5 i have tried to make my *.mid files to work as a ringtones but it doesn't work also windows media player does not recognize them.

Bluetooth
also bluetooth is weak i have noticed that 1. 3900 is little bit better than the one equipped with WM05

Re: MIDI Files
gwassef said:
after i have installe WM5 i have tried to make my *.mid files to work as a ringtones but it doesn't work also windows media player does not recognize them.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
There is a fix for this... check buzzdev.net threads on wm2005

Images
Here is few screenshots

mamaich said:
I've made a fix for the backlight problem and integrated there ramram's CAB. See the first post.
Bubisch. I don't have sound problems.
icohen2005. On my device it is not slow, no problems with rings or phone pad. I use patched ROM version.
The only problem left is that it does not respond for several seconds to keypresses/screen taps after it is turned off and quickly on again. And SPB PocketPlus 3.0 today plugin slowsdown the device.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Mamaich thank you very much for this patch! now we can use the phone without charging it every day
Btw any step in the right way for camera problem?
And one more thing has anyone able to change that ugly splah screen?

hi sorry
sorry to make your high feeling but i still stuck what is patch rom version and wher can i download it i have the same the interner is the only one thing that
is nice and the sharpnes ofthe mobile so please help

problem since fix patch
Since the mamaich's fix, i can't light my ba
brightness is down, i don't know why
please help

TuMa v1.3 - BETA - WM5 ROM - Wizard Ported to BA

Updated to TuMa v1.3 ... all in the quest for perfection!
Apologies for the "fast" update to the previous ROM, but there were a number of things which DID need fixing and improving, especially the filesystem bug, and I believe I've accomplished that now.
All of the bugs and issues which were mentioned in the TuMa v1.1 thread (I believe) have been addressed - except for the BlueTooth disconnect issue. However, I have news directly from mamaich, that he is looking into the BT issue, and will hopefully have a solution soon.
The BIGGEST and BEST news is that my Phone RINGS after 1 RING now!
Although for this to work it is REQUIRED that you use a WAV file for your RingTone. Converting any MP3, WMA, or whatever into a WAV is a simple exercise - but it just uses a LOT of storage space. I've made a new "LoudOldPhone.wav" file, and set it as the default ring in this ROM. Test it out first and let me know your results.
TuMa v1.3 removes the LoudOldPhone.wav, and has all the standard Ring Tones converted to WAV format appropriately, so that ALL default rings will RING the phone quickly.
NOTE: The WAV file RULE applies for all NOTIFICATION sounds as well. Ensure that you choose only WAV files for these elements, and you'll have a snappy Blue Angel!
TuMa v1.2 (Wizard Port) Features:
- Originally based on the Wizard Port by mamaich
- OS and Application extracted from Himalaya, Jasjar, Wizard, and other ROMs
- Core Applications entirely contained in the ROM - Additional CABs not required
- EXTROM is now available again! You can repartition the EXTROM as you wish
- Quantum Timing (Thread Switching) set to 25ms timeslice (performance boost)
- Filesystem Performance improved (maximized), while still retaining reliability
- Notification and Phone Ring Time Improved (MUST USE xxx.WAV FILES!!!)
- Numerous other OS Level Performance Tweaks and Improvements made
- Useful Applications added to Startup Folder (easily disabled)
- So you can easily add whatever you want to this "base" ROM
TuMa v1.3 (Wizard Port) Features:
- Fixed Voice Command Registry Bug. Now you can remap the button as desired without registry hacking.
- Converted all Standard/Default Ring Tones to be WAV files for FAST Ring Times (with maximum volume)
- Fixed the Arcsoft MMS CABs to put the media files into the correct/best folders (avoid Ringtone issues, etc.)
- Fixed the HTC Camera CABs to NOT reset the MMS Manager DLL Entries if a different MMS Manager is used in future
- Added the RamDisk version of the Camera CAB for those who want to use it (must edit your EXTROM)
- Removed the Waterfall.jpg, and Flower.jpg default images, since I ran out of space in the ROM :roll:
- Fixed a Spelling and Versioning mistake in the v1.2 ROM
- Updated the readme.txt in the TuMa v1.3 ZIP file ...
There are presently 3 optional CAB files. During installation you may simply CANCEL the installation of the CAB file, and not have the feature installed.
i.e. Users with a SX66 will NOT want to install the HTC Camera application.
* MidletManager-TuMa.cab - Installs the Java Midlet Manager
* ArcsoftMMS-TuMa.cab - Installs the Arcsoft MMS Composer (NOTE: You must create an account)
* HTC Camera-TuMa.cab - Installs the HTC Camera and updates MMS for Camera operation on device
TuMa v1.3 adds:
* HTC Camera-TuMa-RamDisk.cab - Installs the HTC Camera and updates MMS for Camera operation on "Temp Disk"
Camera users will want to CHOOSE which Camera CAB they use. You can either rename the CAB file to be the same (without the "-RamDisk") or change the "Cfg.txt" configuration file to suit your choice.
I've included FULL installation instructions, and the "BaUpgradeUt.exe" and support files into the ZIP file. Please read the "readme.txt" file for full upgrading instructions. There is a SetOperator.bat file included in the ZIP which will make setting the Operator ID a "piece of cake" now. 8)
The EXTROM files are unchanged from TuMa v1.1 for those who are upgrading to v1.2.
The EXTROM files are different for TuMa v1.3. Use the new ones for best results. 8)
FYI: For anyone providing feedback, I will be leaving for Germany (from New Zealand) on Sunday, so I'll only have until then to respond and/or make any updates/patches or corrections. Hopefully there won't be any!
Most importantly now ... Download from here:
*** Edit: Fixed download locations ... again! ***
Download Tuma v1.3 (recommended)
ftp://xda:[email protected]/TuMa 1.3/WM5 BA - TuMa v1.3 - Release.zip
ftp://xda:[email protected]_Updates/TuMa 1.3/WM5-BA-TuMa.v1.3.rar (Probably just a repackage of the above ???)
All other WM5 ROMs are also located here:
ftp://xda:[email protected]/BlueAngel/BA_WM5/Shipped_Extracted_Updates/
Look around!
That's all ... enjoy the ROM.

thanks
thank you and god luk

Go GO Go Tuatara...
Make we Blueangel Great & Fast !!
:lol:

Feature & Upgrade Information ...
paullim29 said:
Not sure if anyone has this... The top of the screen seems to covered by 1 px of blue & black line.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
This is actually a battery meter! Check out the "Battery Meter" in "Tools", and you can configure it as you wish. It's a very low-low overhead way of having the battery status at a glance. As always, if you don't want it - simply remove the shortcut from the "Startup" folder and it's gone.
paullim29 said:
By not doing so, all my installed applications are still there after the upgrade.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
When upgrading the ROM, it is VERY STRONGLY recommended (scratch that REQUIRED!!!) that you perform a full HARD RESET of your device, and Clean the Registry, and Format the Storage (read the readme in TuMa v1.2). By not doing so you run the risk of having corrupted registry information, and you will NOT have the benefit of the changes made in this ROM.
It will then run slowly, it will have problems, and it will give random errors nobody else has. In essence, your device will be running a new ROM with old instructions ... not a good look.
So, it's still your choice (I can't hit the buttons for you) ... if you don't do it YMMV. 8)

I luv u Tuatara ! :lol:
But I have question, why don't changing Splash Image??? :?:

Is it still have a color strip when u do hard/soft reset ?
How fast (percent) if u compare with ROM Wizard To BA v2 ?
Thanks

Nice release, Tuatara, can't wait to get home and try it out. WIll do the wiki page too.

I'm using your grea new update but for me the same problems ....
No bt Headest , and no mms.
I've had an hard reset but no cleaning registry ...
Regards

cescof said:
I'm using your grea new update but for me the same problems ....
No bt Headest , and no mms.
I've had an hard reset but no cleaning registry ...
Regards
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Like I said in the post above ... you NEED to clean the Registry (and Format Storage to get the performance increase). If you don't do that, you're running your new ROM on old registry settings, and you end up with something which MAY or MAY NOT work. MMS for example isn't working for you ... other things probably won't as well. Sorry, but it's an excuse to BACKUP everything (not registry!), and then clean out the chaff on your device.
Think about it as if you're upgrading Windows 98 to Windows XP. I can't really think of anything more "evil" ... If you ever did this, you know that you have to pray your machine still boots afterwards.
In other news ... mamaich is HOT on the heels of a BT fix ... PLEASE DO NOT PRESSURE HIM - It will be ready, when it's ready.
Watch this space [ ].

i am having a problem setting the record button to the record function on my sx66. it is consistently the voice speed dial program. i use windows voice command anyhow so i was wondering if you can make the voice speed dial optional unless many people find it absolutely necessary

Camera is installable on "Temp Disk" !!!
For the "cool toys" department ...
mamaich asked me if the additional CAB files could be installed into the "Temp Disk" (RamDisk) instead of into storage, since re-installing those CABs if power is ever lost is trivial. Well, I tried to modify the Arcsoft MMS, and the Midlet Manager - but I was unsuccessful.
However, (comma ... pause for dramatic effect)
The Camera CAN be installed to the Temp Disk, freeing up another 1.5Mb of Storage! This is especially useful for those who don't use MMS, and couldn't care about having Java Midlets running on their device!
Now you CAN have a device with the WHOLE STORAGE SPACE available, including your (now probably miniscule like mine @ 128Kb) EXTROM !!!
ftp://ftp.xda-developers.com/Uploads/Blueangel/wm5_test/HTC Camera-TuMa-RamDisk.cab
You CAN install this CAB after uninstalling the original CAB, but you will need to soft reset your device to have the Camera detection & initialization happen properly.
Better yet, you can replace it in your EXTROM (rename the file and/or edit the config file) before doing the TuMa v1.2 upgrade. 8)

Removing Voice Dial ...
joecartoon22 said:
i am having a problem setting the record button to the record function on my sx66. it is consistently the voice speed dial program. i use windows voice command anyhow so i was wondering if you can make the voice speed dial optional unless many people find it absolutely necessary
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
It is (or rather was) entirely optional in the ROM, but it appears that on HARD RESET, the Voice Dial software re-installs itself as the default button handler. *sigh*
This will again need to be added to the Wiki (as before KTamas), but at least it's easier for everyone to do now ...
"Record" button is fixedly mapped to Voice Dial
1). Open up "Regedit" and delete the registry entry "LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\OEM\VoiceCommand"
2). Open up "File Explorer" and delete the "SD Daemon" link from the "/Windows/Startup" Directory
3). Open up "Buttons" (in Settings), and set your "Record" button
4). Return to the "Today Screen", and use psShutXP to Soft-Reset your device.
Presto ... you now have the "Record" button mapped to ... well ... "Record". 8)

Installation Hints ...
For those of you who could possibly still have a shred of patience, I believe it's quite worthwhile to add a little bit of "waiting time" in, when installing this ROM.
When your device resets from the HARD RESET, and the "Windows Mobile" welcome screen comes up and greets you merrily ... wait a little while until the "Blue LED" (on my iMate) stops blinking on the top left (about 15-20 seconds or so).
Only then continue and configure up your device. You'll notice that the alignment cursor, pages, cut & paste selctions, etc. are all 'lightning quick'.
This is because the OS is still booting, starting applications, and building up the registry information in the background.
So, take a little bit of time, and your device will love you for it. 8)

Tuatara
You did it again the ringtone resolve is just great mine rings about half way through the first ring with a converted mp3.
Did some testing with v1.1 yesterday and was happy with that but this looks even more promising..
oh well back to installing tom tom and all the other junk needed for work :lol:
will report back later and let you know how ive got on..
Thanks Again
Nic

Flashed, formatted storage, cleaned registry, MMS still not there.

d3vil said:
Flashed, formatted storage, cleaned registry, MMS still not there.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Ok ... like with EVERYTHING in this ROM, I've left it up to you (the user) to add (i.e. configure) or remove (i.e. delete from /Windows/Startup) any or all of the elements you do or don't want. In this way the ROM is a BASE for anything you wish to do, without having stuff installed which isn't to your liking. (Ok, barring the Speed Dialer issue, but that's also easily resolvable).
To configure up your MMS Account do the following 13 step process:
1). Check that you have "MMS Configuration ..." available in your Outlook Menu. If you don't then something has seriously gone wrong. Did you install the "ArcsoftMMS-TuMa.cab" file through the EXTROM or manually? If not - do so now. MMS is NOT available in the Base ROM.
2). Click it, and just ensure that it comes up and is active. The about should say "MMS Composer Version 3.0.7.11"
3). Click [ok] and close it.
4). Menu -> Tools -> New Account
5). Enter "[email protected]" as your email (doesn't matter what). Click Next.
6). Detect settings ... wait ... Click Next.
7). Enter a username "mms" will do. Click Next.
8). Select "MMS" as the Account Type. Click Next.
9). Incoming Server = "mms", Outgoing Server = "mms". Click Finish.
10). Finally ... click "NO" to not download mail for this account.
11). Now go back to Menu -> "MMS Configuration ..." -> Servers
12). Edit and modify the "Sample Server" to your required settings ... (which I can't help you with)
13). Presto ... you now have an MMS account.
Hope that gets you up and going ...
---
NOTE: KTamas ... probably another one for the Wiki ...

Ok, it's there..I just assumed it was the same as previous one, in which i did that procedure, but MMS account type wasn't there. Shame on me
Nice work Tuatara

Having problems downloading your link ... can't be found eoor message.. any suggestions

Solved -- Thanks

Wishtobe29again2
I am having the same problem with downloading. How did you fix it?

T-Mobile 2.24 BETA Ext ROM Function List

I was a bit curious to see what everything did in the T-Mobile Extended ROM and was poking around in the different factory CABs. I seem to have most of them figured out, but the functions of a few elude me. Anyone have any idea what they do?
Here's the full list:
MP-Shorcut-MMS1-Java5xx-Voice-CV-TMUS-060406.CAB -- Add MMS folder and link to MIDlet Manager
MP_Customization_TMOUSA_Wizard(AKU2.x)_060510.CAB -- Add MMS Server Information (Locked by Default)
MP_CVSDcpl_20060220.cab -- Add Voice Dial Settings Control Panel
MP_SmartDialing_enable_0915_signed.CAB -- Add Smart Dialing Application
PhoneLight_Skin_TMO_US_1124.CAB -- Adds T-Mobile skin to phone
PhoneLight_TMO_OverBMP_1124.CAB -- ???
P_Edge_Icon.sa.CAB -- Enable Different EDGE Icon
P_Fix_UXC_today_plugin.cab -- Moves Pocket MSN up in Today List, Hides Owner Info
P_Generic_Conn_Settings.CAB -- Adds T-Mobile GPRS/WAP Settings
P_Generic_UI.CAB -- ???
P_NTIZ_CWS_Mar02_Wizard.cab -- Add Network Time Zone Update to Phone Settings
P_Other_Conn_Settings.CAB -- ???
P_RILGSM_DTMF.CAB -- DTMF Driver Update (Doesn't WM5 support this by default?)
P_SecurityPolicy.CAB -- T-Mobile WAP Security Settings
P_tmobile_email_notification_2005PPC_NET_rom.CAB -- Adds T-Mobile My Email Application
P_USB_Switch.CAB -- ???
P_Version.CAB -- ???
Signed_2005_11_24_TOHTC_wispa_PPC_Release_v1_0_1_1.CAB -- T-Mobile Hotspot Login Utility
Signed_Move_IM_Link.sa.CAB -- Removes Phone from Start Menu, Adds OZ IM, Adds Phone to Programs
Signed_OZPocketPC.Cab -- OZ IM (AOL, ICQ, Yahoo! over SMS)
Signed_TMOUSA_Setting_pIE_Wiz10810102.sa.CAB -- Customizes Pocket IE
Signed_Update_RingTone_1810102.sa.CAB -- Adds T-jingle Ringtone
TMOUS_Camera_Profile_reg_0414_signed.CAB -- T-Mobile Default Camera Settings
UXC_WWE_20051020.cab -- ???

where is this 2.4 extended rom as i would like to get these cabs from it thx in advance

It's on the FTP.

i downloaded the zip named TMo-US-Ext_ROM.zip and half the files you named in the list arent there i will look for it again but if you could point it out it would be great
edit: ok i found it now as for that autorun utility ive tried to run that and it doesnt run is that normal or do i need to run all those manually

gamescan said:
P_USB_Switch.CAB -- ???
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You might ask summiter about this one. When the latest TMo AKU 2.3 ROM came out last week, there was some discussion about a change in the protocol used for ActiveSync. Normally ROMs default to RNDIS, but this new ROM uses Serial over USB--I think this cab adds the Accessory to switch from Serial back to RNDIS. It was hypothesized that leaving off this cab would leave the device in RNDIS preventing a lot of headaches (like having to remember to run the prog to switch to RNDIS after every soft-reboot if Serial doesn't work...), but I never saw anything more about it. Good luck!

ok i dled the right file my mistake

jorge_culv said:
gamescan said:
P_USB_Switch.CAB -- ???
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You might ask summiter about this one. When the latest TMo AKU 2.3 ROM came out last week, there was some discussion about a change in the protocol used for ActiveSync. Normally ROMs default to RNDIS, but this new ROM uses Serial over USB--I think this cab adds the Accessory to switch from Serial back to RNDIS. It was hypothesized that leaving off this cab would leave the device in RNDIS preventing a lot of headaches (like having to remember to run the prog to switch to RNDIS after every soft-reboot if Serial doesn't work...), but I never saw anything more about it. Good luck!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
That's what I thought as well, however the control panel to switch between the USB modes is there by default in the AKU 2.3 ROM. The CAB is also oddly small and poking around didn't seem to reveal anything interesting.

Missing files from the list
Your list in the first post doesn't mention these files:
MP_Customization_TMUK_Wizard(AKU2.x)_060420.CAB
P_UXC1_TMOUK_Jan18_Wizard.CAB
PP_TMOUK-Button2_WIZ_22102109.CAB
What do they do?

gamescan said:
jorge_culv said:
gamescan said:
P_USB_Switch.CAB -- ???
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You might ask summiter about this one. When the latest TMo AKU 2.3 ROM came out last week, there was some discussion about a change in the protocol used for ActiveSync. Normally ROMs default to RNDIS, but this new ROM uses Serial over USB--I think this cab adds the Accessory to switch from Serial back to RNDIS. It was hypothesized that leaving off this cab would leave the device in RNDIS preventing a lot of headaches (like having to remember to run the prog to switch to RNDIS after every soft-reboot if Serial doesn't work...), but I never saw anything more about it. Good luck!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
That's what I thought as well, however the control panel to switch between the USB modes is there by default in the AKU 2.3 ROM. The CAB is also oddly small and poking around didn't seem to reveal anything interesting.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
That is in fact the cab file that adds the USB Switch Control Panel item to AKU 2.2 Rom (in the official Cingular Release) if you don't install it then you always have RDNIS connectivity without the otption to switch to USB Serial connectivity.
AKU 2.3 this is handled on the connections page "USB to PC" by unchecking Advanced Network Functionality.

Re: Missing files from the list
melvynadam said:
Your list in the first post doesn't mention these files:
MP_Customization_TMUK_Wizard(AKU2.x)_060420.CAB
P_UXC1_TMOUK_Jan18_Wizard.CAB
PP_TMOUK-Button2_WIZ_22102109.CAB
What do they do?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
That's because this is for the US beta ROM, not the UK ROM.
Those files are from the new T-Mobile UK Ext ROM. From poking around they do:
MP_Customization_TMUK_Wizard(AKU2.x)_060420.CAB -- Adds MMS Server info
P_UXC1_TMOUK_Jan18_Wizard.CAB -- Adds T-Mo UK Categories to Start Menu
PP_TMOUK-Button2_WIZ_22102109.CAB -- Adds a favorites link to the AppButtons folder

@Gamescan
With what program you are you checking the inside of the CAB files?
For some files I can use WinCE CAB Manager (v1), but for other CAB files it doesn't work.
Do I need Visual Studio for those files or something like that?

NEW RELEASE: Midget v1.1 AKU2.3 ROM BETA

WARNING This rom is still in BETA, i can't garuntee that it will be fully useable.
There are two versions of this ROM, one for PH20B and one for PH20B1, please download the correct one.
PH20B Changelog -
Changelog said:
Changelog -
Version 1 - Internal release, many bugs.
Version 1.1 - First public release, fixed most bugs
Current Known Bugs -
Extended_ROM doesn't function automatically, run the autorun.exe manually
The Camera and Album shortcuts dont copy themselves. Copy 'camera.ink' and 'album.ink' from '\Windows' to '\Windows\Start Menu\Programs' and 'camera_detect.ink' from '\Windows' to '\Windows\Startup', then soft reset.
The 'camera' hardware button doesnt function - no fix at the moment
MSN won't sign in - no fix at the moment
To come soon-
Fixes for the above
a 32mb RAMdisk to store temporary files increasing the speed.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
PH20B1 Changelog -
Changelog said:
Changelog -
Version 1 - Internal release, many bugs.
Version 1.1 - First public release, fixed most bugs
Current Known Bugs -
Extended_ROM doesn't function automatically, run the autorun.exe manually
The Album shortcut doesnt copy itself. Copy 'album.ink' from '\Windows' to '\Windows\Start Menu\Programs'.
MSN won't sign in - no fix at the moment
To come soon-
Fixes for the above
a 32mb RAMdisk to store temporary files increasing the speed.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Download Links:
PH20B - ftp://xda:[email protected]_Updates/Midgets Roms/WM5_Midget.zip
PH20B1 - ftp://xda:[email protected]_Updates/Midgets Roms/WM5_Midget_PH20B1.zip
EDIT MDAIIIUser
File moved and link updated

Wahey!
D/Ling as we speak... will update soon as I flash... (noticed it being added, and waited on ftp for it to finish 8) )
Have you included all the fixes in this (WLAN etc, and does the A2DP work?)

About to flash the rom now; prolly report back in the morning.
Thanks

W_LAN is working for me, so i guess so
I dont have any A2DP hardware but i used the newest dev packages (hence it is so late) so i guess so.

Please help
Hi! First of all I'd like to thank you all for your hard work in bringing new release!
I'm tryingo to update Helmi_BA_WM2k5_AKU_2.3_Beta1 to new Midget v1.1 AKU2.3 ROM (PH20B) and upgrader reports Country ID Error 17-17-Vpfdjttl-N-N.
Is there something I'm not doing right?
Thanks!

try adding these files to the upgrade folder, then run MaUpgradeUt_noID.exe instead.

It working well except internet explorer hardware buttom dont work, thanks
its working see http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?p=322787&highlight=#322787

Thanks Midget_1990 That helped! Upgrading new image right now!

Flash went well, speed seems good, but a couple of issues...
Extended ROM - didn't Autorun (no great shakes just ran the Autorun file manually)
Camera - Image is rotated 90degrees CCW
Oh, and as usual, no Wireless Stereo profile (option is there when adding device, but not available as profile )
I can live with these though, no major issues, and I'm going to hammer it tomorrow to see how it copes under pressure

Flash went well! But for some reason Start pull down menu as well as pull down boxes or scrolling window is taking extremely long time to react. For example time between clicking on "Start" and seeing the menu may take 10-20 seconds.... Does anybody seeing this issue?

Just a thought... did you clear the Registry Hive and Format the Storage before you flashed?

start menu
have same issue......start menu takes forever. changed the notification settings and start menu pops much quicker.
registry hive and stotage were formated

A2DP issue is still there. While paring the device the option is there, but when you want to select the stereo profile, there is no option to do so.
The difference is that before, while paring the device it showed 2 services available:
Hands Free
Wireless Stereo.
Now it shows 3 options:
Hands Free
Wireless Stereo
Headset.
I have not experienced any other issues, exept for the buttons (you know, the IE and the mail buttons)(EDIT: all buttons are working ok now, I just assigned them other programs and then set them back to default and all was good) and also the camera bug.
Other than that, this is an AWESOME ROM!
If anyone could let me know if they have any ideas on the A2DP thing, that would be perfect

Did a few tests:
Bluetooth: Paired up with Motorola HS810, was able to make and receive calls handsfree.
Wireless: Got it enabled; once EXT_ROM installed, but was unable to locate any networks, whereas every other WM5 rom finds the 3 networks in range of my house straight away, will retest in the morning.
Phone: Ringing, vibrate seem to work okay, will try a longer call test tomorrow.
Button Lock: All working fine.
Quirks(Pedantic as well as showstoppers):
Error reporting is enabled by default
When paired, if you turn off the phone by the power button, it immediately turns back on, turning off again seems to work, but need a longer test to watch for random powerups
No Windows Media Player in Programs, only in Start Menu
Windows Media Player stutters on start of first playback of MP3
No Wifi in Comm manager, prolly a known issue
Brightness slider does absolutely sweet F.A
Responsiveness & Comments:
A bit on the slow side in comparison to AKU2.3_TEST_PATCHED_2 I tested earlier today. But this is to be expected in the absence of any tweaks or RAMDISK.
A great start, but you may want to change your release labelling to include ALPHA, BETA status, because the (ie, my) expectation with a 1.1 release is for it to have been fully tested first. Dunno if others feel the same.
Also it may be a good idea for the community to come up with a bunch of "UNIT TESTS" for each new rom that comes out, to make sure that no Rom goes backwards in functionality before release.
All in all great work Midget and all others who contributed, PM me if you need any roms testing.

PH20B2
My PDA is VPA III with PH20B2!
Can use which ROM?

Midget.. can you post up the SAP for your ROM?

Camera - Image is rotated 90degrees CCW
wierd, work perfectly for me
Extended ROM - didn't Autorun (no great shakes just ran the Autorun file manually)
known about, read the changelog
Start pull down menu as well as pull down boxes or scrolling window is taking extremely long time to react. For example time between clicking on "Start" and seeing the menu may take 10-20 seconds.... Does anybody seeing this issue?
doesnt happen for me, i will investigate this.
Oh, and as usual, no Wireless Stereo profile (option is there when adding device, but not available as profile Sad )
afaik bepe had fixed this, but obviously not, ill try to fix it asap
No Windows Media Player in Programs, only in Start Menu
thanks, ill fix that asap
Windows Media Player stutters on start of first playback of MP3
trying to geta fix for this
No Wifi in Comm manager, prolly a known issue
known issue with all aku 2.3 roms atm
When paired, if you turn off the phone by the power button, it immediately turns back on, turning off again seems to work, but need a longer test to watch for random powerups
thats the Suspend fix, you can't have it both ways
Error reporting is enabled by default
didnt realise it was a problem
Brightness slider does absolutely sweet F.A
thanks for the heads up, ill get working on it
the absence of any tweaks or RAMDISK.
tweaks are there, ramdisk is coming soon.
My PDA is VPA III with PH20B2!
if you have a camera use the PH20B rom if not use the PH20B1 rom. whichever one you use edit set operator.bat so that all PH20B/PH20B1 are changed to PH20B2
Midget.. can you post up the SAP for your ROM?
It's the uni + wizard one from the main thread with a few modification so it works better.

Hi Midget_1990,
Disabling all of the sound notifications made my device at least 1000% more responsive... Now pull down Start menu pop-down almost immediately! I believe the problem is somehow sound notification related.... Just my thoughts thou... I'll do more testing, will let you know if find anything

i dont know why that happens for you, my startmenu etc is instant with or without the sound notification, no noticable difference :?:

Same problem here. With sound and notifications, SX66 CRAWLS. turn off sound, flys!!!!
BTW, Many thanks for all your hard work. It is greatly appreciated!!
Moti

i00 ROM (GPS+Phone+Mic+MMS) Updated 9/3/2009

Ok just cooked this up over the weekend .. still needs a little tweaking and testing - is the first ROM that I have released - I think it is kinda clean
Feedback is much appriciated (as always) ... and let me know if you find any bugs
BTW I read somewhere that it is possible to increase SnapVue's RAM to 64 MBs - sounds like a load of * to me ... but let me know if you know how to do this as it is really SnapVue's downfall IMHO
... I will also post some screen shots when I get the chance (is kinda late here atm)
... basically these are the specs:
Initial Release (8/2/2009):
Free RAM after hard reset: ~15MBs
Free Storage after hard reset: ~20MBs
Based on thaihugo's kitchen ROM
New input methods:
Full QWERTY (nicer and easier to input than the built in one)
Software included:
Office Mobile
Remote Desktop
Pictures and videos
Notes
Pocket Internet Explorer
Live/Messenger
Windows Media Player
Restored Today Items
Internet Sharing
Liberated
Opera Browser (Full)
MS Voice Command (Pre setup to read email subjects)
NET Compact Framework 3.5
Network Plugin
HTC Task Manager 2
HTC GPS Tool
SIM Manager
Task Manager
USB Tool
Automatically deletes Opera cache, PIE cache Temp folder and Google Maps cache each startup
Various registry tweaks... eg:
No SMS notification
Cleartype
Phone stuff removed since there is no phone functionality ... yet
The link is attached in the text document so I can see how many ppl download it
Note: you can free up alot of space by removing MS Voice Command from the cook - and save about 4 MBs of RAM by disabling it - It is important for me to be able to 'hear' my emails come in while I am at work though so this has been put in
However the overall stability of the ROM has been sacrificed in doing so -
To disable: Start > Settings > Voice Command > Uncheck Enabled
WARNING - IF PROGRAMS CLOSE UNEXPECTEDLY: This is because your low on RAM - you can stop the Voice Commander service as stated above, or download advanced config and prevent HTC Task Manager from closing apps automatically when low on RAM
Update (10/2/2009):
Free RAM after hard reset: ~16 MBs
Free Storage after hard reset: ~22.5 MBs (and 27.95 total user area)
Ripped out more from the stock ROM to free up some more space (bluetooth functionality etc since the snap view side can not see bluetooth anyway etc.)
Increased ROM stability and freed up some more ram by removing unnecessary services.
New registry tweaks:
Changed default area code to nothing
Added email and and txt msg sound notifications
Update (18/2/2009):
Free RAM after hard reset: ~19.58 MBs
Free Storage after hard reset: ~28.84 MBs (and 32.32 total user area)
Changes:
Ripped out even more from the ROM
REMOVED OPERA (download it from one of the other threads if you want it back - I use the Windows side for surfing the net)
Changed splash screen
Added i00 Reg Edit 0.99 B (my own registry editor made especially for my ROM - will be released soon in a separate thread)
Update (2/3/2009):
Free RAM after hard reset: ~16.78 MBs
Free Storage after hard reset: ~27.53 MBs (and 30.82 total user area)
Changes:
Comm Manager now works
Phone and Mic functionality now works
Added New Radio and SPL to the Flash so that n00be's don't brick their device
Screen rotation setting removed as it was buggy
Replaced Soft Reset with custom one so that the user is now prompted to confirm that they want to restart
Updated HTC GPS Tool
Help in start menu is now not empty
GPS Router Added
Internet Sharing moved to System folder
Media player removed
WM6 (NOT HTC) Task Manager Removed
Update (3/3/2009):
Free RAM after hard reset: ~17.25 MBs
Free Storage after hard reset: ~27.73 MBs (and 31.07 total user area)
Changes:
Voice Command now announces incoming calls by default
Remote Desktop put back in
IE defaults to high resolution
Speakerphone cannot be disabled on the phone now (there is no built in speaker so you could not hear the other caller when the speakerphone was disabled)
Ripped some unnecessary stuff from various places
Update 20090307 (7/3/2009):
Free RAM after hard reset: 17.09 MBs (Taken from HKCU\Performance\ after 2nd boot)
Free Storage after hard reset: 27.77 MBs (and 31.07 total user area) (Free storage taken after 2nd boot)
Changes:
.Net apps now work for apps not in the Windows directory
Update 20090309 (9/3/2009):
Free RAM after hard reset: 16.1 MBs (Taken from HKCU\Performance\ after 2nd boot)
Free Storage after hard reset: 25.83 MBs (and 29.45 total user area) (Free storage taken after 2nd boot)
Changes:
MMS intergrated into ROM
Known issues:
MMS recording voice note does not work
I now accept donations so please donate a beer if you like this ROM .
In the purpose section tell me that it's for i00 ROM and if you want me to list you below and if you want your donation amount to be shown.
Donations: (As of 22/5/2009)
$15 markus1983
Total $150 (6)
Current downloads: 1429 + text document download count (uploaded new text document and it cleared the count!)

OK here a few screen shots as promised

Common Questions
OK thought I'd put together a list of common questions that people have with this ROM to stop me answering the same questions again and again.
Q: What else is included in the Flash
A: Besides the OS the ROM includes Hard SPL and Radio 1.27.35.28
Q: Can I run this ROM on
A: Besides the OS the ROM includes Hard SPL and Radio 1.27.35.28
Q: How do I install this ROM?
A: Well if you have used custom ROMs in the Past you can just download and run the EXE - else you will have to "Liberate" your shift - connect it to your Vista side with USB Tools and then run the EXE
Q: How do I disable T9
A: Open the input options for the Full QWERTY Keyboard - Click T9 Settings then un-check all the checkboxes
Q: The WM side turns off and will not come back on
A: If this happens to you go to ( on the WM side) Settings > Connections > USB to PC application and tick "Enable Advanced Network Functionality" (thanks nbos04)
A2: You can also disable (Under Settings>Power>Advanced) the option to turn off the device when it is not used for X.
Q: Programs keep closing unexpectedly
A: You may be low on RAM - if this is the case you may want to kill the Voice Command Service, as this takes up to 4MBs of RAM constantly
Q: How can I change the Keyboard Language?
A: The registry setting for the keyboard layout is as follows HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\HARDWARE\DEVICEMAP\KEYBD\CurLang; The complete list of values to enter can be found here; however not all are fully compatible with the Windows Mobile platform; also changing these key mappings will not change the large on screen keyboard - to change the on screen one you will need to either edit the eT9.Raphael.0409.kmap.txt file (advanced but allows for custom layouts); or download another layout from here.
I will consider including the additional on screen keyboard languages in future releases.
Q: How do I set the data connection on the W/M side to auto - disconnect as it drains the battery too quickly?
A: The registry setting for the to auto disconnect the data connection is at HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Comm\ConnMgr\Planner\Settings. In there you have the setting CacheTime this is the number of seconds that will elapse before auto disconnection the data connection when not in use; change this as appropriate. You will also need to turn on the auto disconnection by editing the SuspendResume to read: GPRS_bye_if_device_off
(Note: if the auto disconnection still does not work make sure that you are not constantly connected to data - ie. Exchange server set to receive items as they arrive)

*Reserved 3*

Congrats on your rom. Looks heavy.
There is no way to get 64 mb of ram as this is the current chipset capacity, without OS loaded.
44Mb is my maximum storage available (with a functionning system of course)
I'm waiting for the new base with phone to work from there.

thaihugo said:
Congrats on your rom. Looks heavy.
There is no way to get 64 mb of ram as this is the current chipset capacity, without OS loaded.
44Mb is my maximum storage available (with a functionning system of course)
I'm waiting for the new base with phone to work from there.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yea like I said it sounded like a load of * -ahh well - plan to re-release this ROM when the phone is hacked too!

I love this sort of ROM - stuffed full of goodies. It's like a Christmas treat.
I've installed the ROM just now and it's exactly how I would want the WM side to be. Thanks for setting up Opera for us layabouts that can't be bothered to
I have syncd the ROM with my huge Outlook file and it works great.
Will give you more feedback as I play.
Latest:
I'm very happy with Opera.
Haven't worked out how to disable T9 yet to set up email etc.
I can't install youtubeplay I'm getting an error. Anyone know how to get it working on this ROM?
Very Latest: I found the option to disable T9 under the keyboard options. I love the new large on-screen keypad!
I prefer the fancy calculator of Gullum's ROM IMHO.

Flanimal said:
I love this sort of ROM - stuffed full of goodies. It's like a Christmas treat.
I've installed the ROM just now and it's exactly how I would want the WM side to be. Thanks for setting up Opera for us layabouts that can't be bothered to
I have syncd the ROM with my huge Outlook file and it works great.
Will give you more feedback as I play.
Latest:
I'm very happy with Opera.
Haven't worked out how to disable T9 yet to set up email etc.
I can't install youtubeplay I'm getting an error. Anyone know how to get it working on this ROM?
Very Latest: I found the option to disable T9 under the keyboard options. I love the new large on-screen keypad!
I prefer the fancy calculator of Gullum's ROM IMHO.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I will install the calc skin from my touch pro and see how that runs - also will rip some more "unnecessary" stuff out such as bluetooth since it doesn't work anyway and will hopefully free up some memory too

As for you tube you could download the diamond/touch pro version here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=395338
don't know if it works but judging by my touch pro the interface only works in Portrait (it may still work but will load in portrait)
as for the calc skin i have attached it to this post with a screen shot
will also post a newer version of my ROM, later tonight, that has ~22.5 MBs of free space (and 27.95 total user area) after boot and ~16 MBs of free ram ... seems to be more stable also
may embed the calc skin into later builds ... but it's a little big for my tastes for something i don't use

Thanks i00.
I agree that the default calculator is best now that I have seen the memory requirements of the fancy calculator skin.
Thanks for the youtubeplayer link. I haven't tried it yet but will do so this evening.
I'm having a bizzare problem setting up my email accounts for some reason. It is tricky entering my username and password, and when I try to auto detect the account configuration it says it cannot connect. When I go BACK, the password field contains more characters than I originally entered. I haven't tried manually setting up the full account yet, but this behaviour I haven't seen before.
I haven't worked out how to get the voice control goodies working yet but I'll enjoying tryin all of that out this week. I wouldn't miss voice control at all on your next ROM release however.
Edited:
Comm Manager under SnapVue Settings seems to run without displaying anything. I hope that can be fixed...
Looking forward to your next ROM release. Hope it is soon... your's is the best ROM yet IMHO.
Thanks again.
Updated.
Have been using the new ROM and am happy to report that it is notably more responsive and faster.
I was delighted to find screen orientation option for portrait under settings, so thanks for that. Although I did manage lose the start menu at some point so I was stuck on the Snapvue page and was forced to reboot from Vista. I'll let you know the details if I repeat it.
The modem is totally stable, which is great. I didn't manage to work out how to install youtubeplay but it's no showstopper, I'm very please with the ROM. I installed fexploreext which is small but infinitely useful.
Ta.

Will try to post a new release before Wed next week ... any suggestions for the new release? - I am considering taking out Opera Full and loading Opera mini instead as it requires less RAM.
Am also making a registry editor that I plan to include in the next release.
Let me know if you (anyone) has any requests.
Kris

hmmmm, any chance to have some kind of manila 2D on it?

erezj said:
hmmmm, any chance to have some kind of manila 2D on it?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
hrm dont think that M2D works to well in landscape ... if i am wrong let me know
Kris

hey kris, you could be right.
how about that pointUI thingy from the dev forum? can it work?
i want to have somthing else for a change then the snapveiw/htc home .... hellp me ;-)

Hi everyone,
I'd really like to test this ROM but each time I launch le Custom RUU with this ROM, it ends uo with an "ERROR [262] : UPDATE ERROR"
Is there a special thing to do to use this ROM ?

snorlax said:
Hi everyone,
I'd really like to test this ROM but each time I launch le Custom RUU with this ROM, it ends uo with an "ERROR [262] : UPDATE ERROR"
Is there a special thing to do to use this ROM ?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Have you installed a custom rom onto your device before?
You need to Hard SPL on it prior to trying to flash this ROM
The error codes are listed here:
http://www.4winmobile.com/forums/windows-mobile-faq/13329-ruu-errors.html
This page states
ERROR [262] : UPDATE ERROR
This error occurs during the CE ROM code upgrade process.
Solution: If this happens, you can just soft-reset the device and run RUU again. The update process will then continue.
Note: At this stage, the Wince is destroyed; instead, it is in upgrade mode.
I would try again and if that doesn't work
Download another RUU

I think that's my problem : I've only liberated the ROM shipped with my Shift.
I found the thread with Hard SPL... I've install it... Now's the ROM turn !
Thanks for the help !

snorlax said:
I think that's my problem : I've only liberated the ROM shipped with my Shift.
I found the thread with Hard SPL... I've install it... Now's the ROM turn !
Thanks for the help !
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
So did the ROM flash since u Hard SPLed? - and let me know what u think.
Also nice dog btw

going to try it
I have tried thai hugos and gullims and been disappointed with various things so i'm goign to try yours. I was intending to try to install my tiny kensington mouse which is bluetooth and worked with my advantage but if you've ripped BT out I can't is there a way to put it back in?
Thw worst thing i found about the other rom's is the fact stoopid usb tool never stays connected, anyone else have that issue?
edit: found some stuff about usb tool issues on the forum and trying those.

i00 said:
So did the ROM flash since u Hard SPLed? - and let me know what u think.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes, the "flashing process" worked perfectly... but I was a bit disappointed with the fact that the ActiveSync process was unable to complete the update of my 325 contacts : it always failed after 116 contacs updated...
So I tried a french ROM (the "French light GPS" one) and it worked...
Maybe a language issue...
If you want me to go back to your ROM and work together to sort this out, I'd be pleased to help...
i00 said:
Also nice dog btw
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thank's... it's my real dog...when she was young of course !