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Hi, sorry for the seemingly noob question, i've done some searching online but have been unable to find out anything concrete. Is there any way to turn off 3g, and just use edge? Alot of the times i just need email or rss, don't need any crazy fast internet...
thanks in advance!
Settings->Wireless and Network->Mobile networks->Network mode -> GSM
Settings- wireless and network(the topmost) -mobile network (second to last) -network mode-then tick just gsm
Sorry my sgs is german so i had to translate the steps but i hope u know where to look
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Thanks alot both of you! really appreciate it!
hi there, thanks again for the help last time, however it seems, now that i have enabled gsm, i can no longer enable 3g..
my only options when i look at network mode are:
gsm/wcdma (auto mode), gsm only, and wcdma only, these are the same as the options i had before, so i don't know why it doesn't connect to 3g now
sakinfire said:
hi there, thanks again for the help last time, however it seems, now that i have enabled gsm, i can no longer enable 3g..
my only options when i look at network mode are:
gsm/wcdma (auto mode), gsm only, and wcdma only, these are the same as the options i had before, so i don't know why it doesn't connect to 3g now
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what firmware are you running? have you updated to something other than a stock Bell ROM? there have been issues with some non-North American-based firmware with enabling the 850MHz band.
im running jpx?
it's darky's 6.0 rom, the weirdest thing is it was working prior to me switching to gsm only
should i just flash back to a bell rom? if so... which rom do you recommend? the eclair or froyo? thanks!
sakinfire said:
im running jpx?
it's darky's 6.0 rom, the weirdest thing is it was working prior to me switching to gsm only
should i just flash back to a bell rom? if so... which rom do you recommend? the eclair or froyo? thanks!
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I am running froyo, but I have found that if you are running a non-Bell modem, then using the
Settings > Wireless > Mobile Networks > Network Mode
option to switch between 2G/3G doesn't enable the 850MHz band for 3G.
Recently I have flashed the Bell JK4 modem and don't have this issue any more (but strangely now the 900MHz band doesn't get enabled, but I don't need it here so I'm fine with it).
To check for yourself, assuming you don't have SGS Tools (which you should get if you don't) go into the phone dialer, and dial:
*#2263#
This brings up the band selection option. Then go into
[4] COMBI BANDS
and select
[8] WCDMA 850 ......
Then just back button out of there. You may have to cycle your radio by going into and then out of airplane mode to see the effect faster. Let me know if you then have 3G again.
hi everyone ,i'm a new user .
as title i make this question.i often connect to internet by 3g connection.i went to setting/mobile network then i set data connection: on,3g connection: on and my country APN.My Hd7 work well ,but only "use 3g connection when availale". it almost switch to 2g network
Anybody have ideas to solve it ?it really really necessary for me
Sorry for my bad English,hope you understand my problem
Go to the dialer. Type ##3282#. Go to settings, under 'Network Type', choose 3G only. If it's already on 3G only (I think it moves back and forth between 2G only and 3G only while on Automatic mode), change it to 2G only, then back to 3G only. This will keep it on 3G only.
thank you very much.i solved it
hello friends I have a t-mobile hd7 but I'm from Colombia, they know how I can make it work on 3G network here in Colombia because it only works on 2g
I desperately want to know if hsdpa can be on/off in new cyanogenmod 7.2 for galaxy mini because an app in android market named "hidden features free sammy edtn" was successfull in enabling/disabling hsdpa in stock rom but it does not work on cm 7.2 !!!
psndna88 said:
I desperately want to know if hsdpa can be on/off in new cyanogenmod 7.2 for galaxy mini because an app in android market named "hidden features free sammy edtn" was successfull in enabling/disabling hsdpa in stock rom but it does not work on cm 7.2 !!!
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setting - wireless - mobile network
denkext said:
setting - wireless - mobile network
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i dont want to disable 3g network, just want to switch to umts data or hsdpa data as per requirement.. it helps massively saving battery ...
in my case i used the software named "hidden features free sammy edtn" on stock 2.2.1 and switched to release 99(WCDMA DATA ONLY & 3.5G off) then i installed cm7.2, since then im on wcdma data and i cannot switch to hsdpa data... so i need an option to change 3g data DEVELOPERS HELP
I don't know how this will help.
*#*#4636#*#*
In phone info u can choose the preferred network.
Heard gsm auto prl saves battery.
roofrider said:
I don't know how this will help.
*#*#4636#*#*
In phone info u can choose the preferred network.
Heard gsm auto prl saves battery.
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no .. this does not help in disabling HSDPA data.. help plz
psndna88 said:
no .. this does not help in disabling HSDPA data.. help plz
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HSDPA is nothing simply some improved version of 3G or similar network... If you don't use mobile data packet, i.e. 3G/2G or any means of connection via sim card then HSDPA is already disabled.
yagya said:
HSDPA is nothing simply some improved version of 3G or similar network... If you don't use mobile data packet, i.e. 3G/2G or any means of connection via sim card then HSDPA is already disabled.
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yagya ill explain what im trying to say:
1: if i type *#301279# (HSDPA/HSUPA Control Menu) on stock rom i can disable hsdpa and 3g radio works as R99 mode (UMTS data only, hsdpa off, 3.0G)
2: i try to do the same on cm 7.2, nothing happens,, i dont get a menu
3: i tried appending ro.ril.hsxpa=0 to system.prop in /system using root explorer,,, after many restarts it doesnt work either,,,
u see the problem here is im subscribed to tata docomo 3g network here in india, the 3g data plans are sky high and very much unaffordable.. so im in 2g data plan : luckily my operator allows me to use 3g network but with speed limited to 18kBps because of 2g plan subscription..... so all the time using 3.5G with hsdpa for just 18kBps is useless + its a battery eater even for just chatting !
use the. notification power widget function. it's in cyanogenmod setting.
there's a toggle to change 2G or 3G network.
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chepoz said:
use the. notification power widget function. it's in cyanogenmod setting.
there's a toggle to change 2G or 3G network.
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u see, 3g network mode always does not always imply hsdpa mode to be used.. i want to configure the 3g radio to use only umts packet data(3.0G) and to switch off hsdpa(3.5G) packet data service WHILE USING 3G network all the time... a stock rom can do it, why can't cyanogenmod???
>> an app in android market named "hidden features free sammy edtn" was successfull in enabling/disabling hsdpa in stock rom but it does not work on cm 7.2rc3 !!!
>> *#301279# (HSDPA/HSUPA Control Menu) on stock rom i can disable hsdpa and 3g radio works as R99 mode (UMTS data only, hsdpa off, 3.0G) but this code doesnt work on cm7.2rc3
maybe that is the lack from cm7, don't use it if it won't satisfy u.
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chepoz said:
maybe that is the lack from cm7, don't use it if it won't satisfy u.
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you know, everything else satisfies me except the hsdpa thing i want to let the developers know but i dont know where to post this important feedback suggestion
psndna88 said:
you know, everything else satisfies me except the hsdpa thing i want to let the developers know but i dont know where to post this important feedback suggestion
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be patient, maybe there's some dev who read your post may help u
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I have a galaxy tab 7 from T-mobile. I have updated my firmware to newest overcome rom but I don't know what modem I should use for it. I live here in the Philippines which is part of Asia. I want to use a modem with call and 3g function. Additionally, when changing modem, will it wipe out my system? Thanks in advance.
I have the T-Mobile SGH-T849 too.
Use JPZ modem in Asia/Australia/Europe should be fine.
No, flashing modem will not wipe your system.
After flashing go to setting About Phone and check your baseband
it should have changed to something-something-JPZ
yup, I'm using JPZ on my tab, but I don't have 3g.. i only have edge.. can I still revert back to having 3g instead of call?
which network in the Philippines? maybe we can find out what frequency your network use.
It is weird. I thought asia uses GSM 900/1800MHz and HSPA at 2100MHz, which is what the JPZ does.
The original modem (JJB) can be found here.
http://devphone.org/files/gtab7/modems/
But T-Mobile modem is meant for T-Mobile user to have 3G, even them won't get voice call with it.
Are you sure your area has good 3G reception?
I'm not familiar with frequencies and such, but i'm using Smart here in the Philippines. Can you help me determine what network I should use?
http://obsessivecoder.com/2010/09/19/philippines-gsm-frequency-band/
Smart Communications 900 MHz/1800 MHz W-CDMA (UMTS) 2100 MHz
Exactly the same as other GSM I know in Singapore/Indonesia/Australia
Can you check your setting just to make sure you are not restricting your wireless to 2G only?
EDIT: I am not sure if you edited your post. But I thought I read you get E only.
Now I can't see any of that in your post.
Do you get mobile network working at all?
If not, then the issue is with your APN.
You need the right APN for Smart
i've set it on wcdma but it does not pickup any signal. i still only have edge.
Menu -> Settings -> Wireless controls -> Mobile networks -> Uncheck .. only 2G
I got more info on APN:
APN Settings for Smart Bro
Postpaid APN: smartbro
Prepaid APN: smartbro
APN Settings for Smart Buddy, Smart Gold
APN: internet
i'm still on EDGE.
Last try:
http://androidforums.com/samsung-ga...rk-frequency-your-samsung-i9000-galaxy-s.html
forget about the references to 850MHz,
access the menu and make sure you have stuff selected for 900MHz 1800MHz and 2100MHz
normally we have 3G on 900 and 1800, and 3.5G on 2100MHz
still not working
you can confirm that the same SIM card in other phone, at your present location, gets 3G?
yup, on my galaxy y, 3g is ok
and APN in that phone is the same?
EDIT: try other modems. KM2 for example
went back to t-mobile modem for the mean time. will try out km2 later. from the modem list, most of them are for gingerbread 2.3.3, but mine is 2.3.6. will there be any conflict with that?
nope.
even froyo modem works.
we use JPZ through to ICS as well.
Does T-mobile modem gives you 3G?
yup, it gives me full hsdpa connection speed.
hi mahan21,
Not sure if you are still looking for the modem.
try T959UVJL5 modem from the Galaxy S T-mobile.
I was baffled because I am really sure I get 3G/H on JPZ but I check again I can't.
I even restock to GB stock safe, no luck.
So after searching, I found the JL5 modem
and it works!
3G/H and voice call on T-mobile tab in Asia (Well, Optus Australia but it is the same GSM/UMTS combination)
Get the modem here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=881555
(the one the OP attached, not the multiupload which is dead)
Got an used Captivate on eBay, came with kernel 2.6.35.13 Glitch v13.1, MIUI 2.2.17, Android 2.3.7 and modem UGJK4
Well, Captivate radio specs for 3G: HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100
My operator (TIM) uses 2100 in my city, excellent until now!
But, I'm stuck in EDGE, can't get it to connect any faster. We have other phones here got from England, Ireland and USA, all of them support 2100 and 3G works perfectly, but not this Captivate.
Already tried the following modems: UGKG3, XXJTV, XXJVU and currently on UGJL2.
Just after installing the UGJL2, it connected at HSDPA, but after 5 seconds changed to Edge and no (H) anymore
A weird thing, I tried another operator chip (VIVO), that also operates at 2100 in my area and HSDPA is enabled normally!
Got back my chip and back to EDGE, this same chip get 3G+ (HSDPA) on a Samsung Jet, Samsung Galaxy Mini and a Samsung i550.
Everything else works perfectly, calls, GPS, wifi...
Any tips?
Thanks!
Surfin7 said:
Got an used Captivate on eBay, came with kernel 2.6.35.13 Glitch v13.1, MIUI 2.2.17, Android 2.3.7 and modem UGJK4
Well, Captivate radio specs for 3G: HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100
My operator (TIM) uses 2100 in my city, excellent until now!
But, I'm stuck in EDGE, can't get it to connect any faster. We have other phones here got from England, Ireland and USA, all of them support 2100 and 3G works perfectly, but not this Captivate.
Already tried the following modems: UGKG3, XXJTV, XXJVU and currently on UGJL2.
Just after installing the UGJL2, it connected at HSDPA, but after 5 seconds changed to Edge and no (H) anymore
A weird thing, I tried another operator chip (VIVO), that also operates at 2100 in my area and HSDPA is enabled normally!
Got back my chip and back to EDGE, this same chip get 3G+ (HSDPA) on a Samsung Jet, Samsung Galaxy Mini and a Samsung i550.
Everything else works perfectly, calls, GPS, wifi...
Any tips?
Thanks!
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From what I know, the Captivate only gets 3G on AT&T even when unlocked. I might be wrong, but I remember reading that somewhere.
Must be a myth, I use my captivate on 850mhz in Australia 3g and hspa work perfect.
Did you try to force 2100 with service mode?
Phoned in.....
But with the other operator chip 3G works normally, at the same place where my chip also get 3G on other phone. Both are 3G+ (Hsdpa) able, but not when together. That is what makes no sense.
I would have forced in servide mode, but all the codes for service mode does not seem to work, and I've seen around the forums that MIUI don't have it...
Is there any code besides *#0011# and *#*#197328640#*#* ?
Both not work here
Thanks for the help!
MIUI and AOSP do not allow for the forcing of certain bands. You can specify what region you are in, but that's about all. To do that, use dialer code
*#*#4636#*#*
Phone setting
Menu/select service bands
That's about as good as it gets.
Hope it helps.
fractaline said:
Must be a myth, I use my captivate on 850mhz in Australia 3g and hspa work perfect.
Did you try to force 2100 with service mode?
Phoned in.....
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Your carrier uses the same 3g bands that att does. Those are the only ones that use the same 3g bands
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mrhaley30705 said:
MIUI and AOSP do not allow for the forcing of certain bands. You can specify what region you are in, but that's about all. To do that, use dialer code
*#*#4636#*#*
Phone setting
Menu/select service bands
That's about as good as it gets.
Hope it helps.
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Yes, I've tried Automatic and Euro (same bands used here), still Edge.
The strange thing is it get 3G from the other operator, that uses the same 2100 frequency... (at leaset they say it's both 2100)
Any way to see the frequency currently in use?
zelendel said:
Your carrier uses the same 3g bands that att does. Those are the only ones that use the same 3g bands
sent from my cell in Arkham
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My carrier uses 850 and 2100.
My wife has a captivate also, her carrier uses 900 and 2100. Of course only the 2100 works but it is solid.
Phoned in.....
Ok, I discovered that it's an area problem probably, I tried at the office and got the H on the indicator! HSPDA is working, sometimes 'came down' to 3G (concrete building, not so good signal).
That's still strange because my friend get Hspa here, with a Galaxy S (I9000b), same operator, will call them soon to ask about this.
Anyway, it works! with ridiculous speed (180kbps), but it's better then Edge at 15kbps...
Thanks everybody for the help!