[Q] CSC files via ODIN - Galaxy S Advance I9070 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hello,
trying to repair an error that is bugging me to hell. When you run the recovery than thers a thing, this thing (error '/system/csc/MOT/system/', proceeding with MULTI CSC)
So I was thinking that when I would flash it with the correct CSC file from my carrier MOT (I9070MOTLE2) and get rid of the the Multi one.
And yes, does any one know why is my stock recovery written in red - is this normal? Da faq ;/
Thanks in Advance

I know that i can edit the previous post, but let this serve as a bump.
Is there a way lets say I could copy my carriers csc into the multi one and delete all others and then rename the whole flashable zip with the right name as it were my carriers separate csc file and just integrate it into the multi csc file. Probably I can do it this way, but in the multi csc zip there are three files in it;
- cache.img.md5
- GT-I9070_EUR_XX8G.pit.md5
- hidden.img.md5
so which of them should be modded to? How are those two files involved in the cache one which has the csc info? Why is there a pit file again? Or in other words.. which files trigger the correct order to successfully apply the modded csc.
If you can help me, I can guaranty that there will be "thanks" raining as Im not alone with this problem.
Corresponding thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2100642
Have a nice day

Hello, I'm looking for ways to eliminate MULTI CSC, but I have not found anything.

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[Q] What do i do with an .Odin3.Dump file?

When I first flashed my GT-I9000 I didn't know about the ClockworkMod backup option, so used the Dump option in ODIN3 - thinking this would cover all bases.
Now I've got a .odin3.dump file and don't know what to do with it.
The PDA field only allows .tar .md5 and .smd files
but the PHONE field allows .bin files
Do I rename it to .bin and use it as a PHONE file?
If so - What would be the settings to flash i.e. 512.pit / Re-Partition / EFS Clear?
I've founds lots of posts asking what to do with the .odin3.dump file, but no answers - I'm sure a lot of folk would welcome an answer to this.
GalaxyS_JAB said:
When I first flashed my GT-I9000 I didn't know about the ClockworkMod backup option, so used the Dump option in ODIN3 - thinking this would cover all bases.
Now I've got a .odin3.dump file and don't know what to do with it.
The PDA field only allows .tar .md5 and .smd files
but the PHONE field allows .bin files
Do I rename it to .bin and use it as a PHONE file?
If so - What would be the settings to flash i.e. 512.pit / Re-Partition / EFS Clear?
I've founds lots of posts asking what to do with the .odin3.dump file, but no answers - I'm sure a lot of folk would welcome an answer to this.
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I would... lol Ever find out?
Nope, still hoping someone will reply with what the dump file is for.

[Q] Add Sale code to CSC

Is there is a way to create my own CSC files where i can add sale code. I have unzipped cache.rfs from my operator (in my case it's Panama PCW) and copied all setting to "system" (include csc directory, CSCFiles.txt, CSC Version.txt and SW_Configuration.xml). Then i update SW_Configuration.xml to every other sale code file, so my question is how to put it back to cache.rfs and then back to CSC file. I would appreciate any help. The reason, that Panama Cable and wireless will never do any firmware update and just setting correct APN not always work, since there is much more in custom param to make it work, like MTU size, MMS, setting etc.
Thank you very much
The way i would have carried out the task is to cook a rom in the rom kitchen .
Download it and unzip it .
Change CSC and anything else .
Then use Update.Zip to rezip the file and sign it .
Then flash via CWM .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=717437&page=21
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=817703
jje

[Q] Flashing a different CSC package

Does anyone know where I can grab a stand alone Odin/CWM flashable CSC package, I need to have the right CSC actiavated on my phone so that I wont have market errors. The CSC is GLB which can be found from a DXKK1 firmware (OLBKJ6) or is there a way to extract the CSC package from a single .tar firmware odin flashable?
EarlZ said:
Does anyone know where I can grab a stand alone Odin/CWM flashable CSC package, I need to have the right CSC actiavated on my phone so that I wont have market errors. The CSC is GLB which can be found from a DXKK1 firmware (OLBKJ6) or is there a way to extract the CSC package from a single .tar firmware odin flashable?
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In case you flashed a non multi-csc ROM and now are missing your CSC you can do this:
1. Get hold of an old ROM update package. Open it up and browse to /system/csc
2. Copy your regional CSC folder(in your case GLB) from that archive to your phone SD card.
3. Dive into a root explorer on the phone (make sure 'system' is mounted as writable) and copy the folder you have in Step-2 to your phone's /system/csc
4. Dial *#272*{your imei number goes here}# and install your CSC.
Hope that helped.
Cheers.
vizvin said:
In case you flashed a non multi-csc ROM and now are missing your CSC you can do this:
1. Get hold of an old ROM update package. Open it up and browse to /system/csc
2. Copy your regional CSC folder(in your case GLB) from that archive to your phone SD card.
3. Dive into a root explorer on the phone (make sure 'system' is mounted as writable) and copy the folder you have in Step-2 to your phone's /system/csc
4. Dial *#272*{your imei number goes here}# and install your CSC.
Hope that helped.
Cheers.
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Thanks for the steps, Im not able to do this right now but will do when I have time.

Isntalling Rom via PC Odin with pit + 1 file (PDA)

Yes guys,
The question is obvious. Normally we flash 4-file Roms with pit file.
But, what would happen if I flash 1-fle Rom (namely XXLSZ) via PC Odin with a pit file and Re-Partition TICKED?
TIA
Being a senior member you should know better. You might be new here but rules are rules. REPORTED
Guys, Sorry for opening the Thread in wrong section. I was subscribed to Android Development Thread and forgot to switch to Q&A thread.
Aaaaah I am so sorry for disturbing people.
Though, I would appreciate if someone could answer my question.
ardicli2000 said:
Yes guys,
The question is obvious. Normally we flash 4-file Roms with pit file.
But, what would happen if I flash 1-fle Rom (namely XXLSZ) via PC Odin with a pit file and Re-Partition TICKED?
TIA
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If you select pit file (selecting pit itself will check repartition box) then it will make repartition, regardless of how many other files you have selected.
Basically when you flash single stock tar file, that already contains full package (system.img, kernel,modem, CSC )
while in case of leaked ROM it having separate files for Modem and CSC and you have to select along with PDA.
Even you select pit files without selecting other any files(for PDA/Modem/CSC), it will make repartition.
dr.ketan said:
If you select pit file (selecting pit itself will check repartition box) then it will make repartition, regardless of how many other files you have selected.
Basically when you flash single stock tar file, that already contains full package (system.img, kernel,modem, CSC )
while in case of leaked ROM it having separate files for Modem and CSC and you have to select along with PDA.
Even you select pit files without selecting other any files(for PDA/Modem/CSC), it will make repartition.
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Will it work at the end?
I mean, if I flash a Rom along with a pit file, it won't boot if is no boatloader in it, so to speak.
So, what is the situation for XXLSZ? Would it boot?
But you basically say that if 1-file contains every necessary sub-files, then there will be no problem.
Pit will make partition, and then files will be flashed.
Basically there is no meaning to use pit file if there is no messing with partition.
I mean, if I flash a Rom along with a pit file, it won't boot if is no boatloader in it, so to speak.
So, what is the situation for XXLSZ? Would it boot?
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Now regarding particular LSZ, as this file having bootloader, so using with pit it will boot
another situation
Your ROM file doesn't have bootloader and you are using pit
still it will boot unless you have used custom pit and that mess up with existing.
Phone only won't boot if you have used wrong pit
Pit file just define partition table, it won't format device, so if your existing partition table is same with one you are using in pit, it won't make any difference.
dr.ketan said:
Basically there is no meaning to use pit file if there is no messing with partition.
Now regarding particular LSZ, as this file having bootloader, so using with pit it will boot
another situation
Your ROM file doesn't have bootloader and you are using pit
still it will boot unless you have used custom pit and that mess up with existing.
Phone only won't boot if you have used wrong pit
Pit file just define partition table, it won't format device, so if your existing partition table is same with one you are using in pit, it won't make any difference.
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Hmm.. I did not know that. I knew that whatever happens, if I use pit file while flashing, it will format every partition, including /sdcard nad delete even photos, etc.
I did not know that nothing will happen if I use the pit file which has the same partition table.
Thanks again doctor.

How to get CSC from stock ROM base (update)

Many users wanted to flash their own CSC on custom ROM. Here is small guide how to get original CSC from base and add to custom ROM.
1.Download your desired ROM from SamMobile (OR use if you have any base already with you from same region)
2.Extract zip to get tar.md5 - again extract it to get cache.img.
3.Get Img Extractor from here Extract exe file on a new folder. copy extracted Cache.img in this folder as well.
4.Drag and drop cache.img you have extracted from base on ImgExtractor.exe
5.You will see newly created folder cache.img_ along with exe
6.Open cache.img_ - recovery - sec_csc folder, you will see system folder. - Drag and drop that system folder on you desktop.
7.Now download csc_changer_new.zip template from here and drag and drop system folder on root of zip. (so after this when you open zip you should see three folders data, META-INF and system)
8.Flash that zip immediately after flashing ROM.
Update : Updated script so it will auto backup all ROM CSC features and auto restore after changing CSC
Repo
Here is sample ready made pack. (you can submit if you make for your region)
1.India CSC for N910G - Download and flash zip immediately after flashing ROM.
2.DBT CSC - Download and flash zip immediately after flashing ROM
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Updated script so user have not to manually copy ROM CSC features.
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thx doc.
Your download link drops csc_N910G_India.zip.exe which is malware, WTF?
https://www.virustotal.com/en/file/...5be0c844a946a25ff87a1aa5/analysis/1434632411/
2.Extract zip to get tar.md5 - again extract it to get cache.img.
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Using 7zip on Windows I get a cache.img.ext4 file which does not create the expected files when dropped onto ImgExtractor.exe.
May I get a clue?
catseyenu said:
Using 7zip on Windows I get a cache.img.ext4 file which does not create the expected files when dropped onto ImgExtractor.exe.
May I get a clue?
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Don't drop cache.img direct from zip. First drag to desktop then drop on exe
Sent from my SM-N910G using xda premium
dr.ketan said:
Don't drop cache.img direct from zip. First drag to desktop then drop on exe
Sent from my SM-N910G using xda premium
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Thank you for your reply...
I put both files on my desktop and then dropped the file onto the .exe.
It seemed to do something but still no folder.
Log saying folder created. Look again folder somewhere on desktop. Better you make new folder and put exe inside it then drop cache.img so it's can easily located inside that new folder
Sent from my SM-N910G using xda premium
dr.ketan said:
Better you make new folder and put exe inside it then drop cache.img so it's can easily located inside that new folder
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Tried it in a new Temp folder on my desktop, it is still not working for me.
catseyenu said:
Tried it in a new Temp folder on my desktop, it is still not working for me.
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The link where you downloaded image extractor has a guide for how to extract.
Got it, thanks!
dr.ketan said:
Here is sample ready made pack. (you can submit if you make for your region)
LINK REMOVED - Download and flash zip immediately after flashing ROM.
Your download link drops csc_N910G_India.zip.exe which is malware, WTF?
https://www.virustotal.com/en/file/...5be0c844a946a25ff87a1aa5/analysis/1434632411/
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Okey dokey, I think I'll settle this once and for all.
@catseyenu was using the wrong download link. As you can see from going to the download page there are 2 download buttons, the first which says "Download" is a fake download link and will redirect you to another site and try to get you to download some sort of software in .exe form.
The correct link is the one that says "Download Now" which I have verified this and was able to download it without any problems.
With Dev-Host it is a case of knowing which download link to press. On a side note, our (XDA's) partnership with Dev-Host has ended due to them not wanting to control the ads that they have and often redirecting users to other sites and trying to get them to download possibly malicious software. Due to this I would encourage the OP to use other file hosts such as AndroidFileHost for example.
Thank you Jonny for clarifying the status of the malicious host.
Jonny said:
Due to this I would encourage the OP to use other file hosts such as AndroidFileHost for example.
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Actually for small Download I also prefer mega which is now a days offers highest Download speed and most users prefer it. Initially I have posted link was mega. But I need to update it and particularly this file targeted for Indian users, and many provider in India have blocked mega so this time I made dev host upload.
For rom I prefer dev /pCloud and Media fire bcoz all three gives Web upload (remote uoload) option so I can provide three mirrors by uploading at one place.
Again thank you very much for being with us always.
Regards
Sent from my SM-N910G using xda premium
One question: Can i loss some tweaks or features of the custom ROM flashing my original CSC files?
dr.ketan said:
Many users wanted to flash their own CSC on custom ROM. Here is small guide how to get original CSC from base and add to custom ROM.
1.Download your desired ROM from SamMobile (OR use if you have any base already with you from same region)
2.Extract zip to get tar.md5 - again extract it to get cache.img.
3.Get Img Extractor from here Extract exe file on a new folder.
4.Drag and drop cache.img you have extracted from base on ImgExtractor.exe
5.You will see newly created folder cache.img_ along with exe
6.Open cache.img_ - recovery - sec_csc folder, you will see system folder. - Drag and drop that system folder on you desktop.
7.Now download csc_changer_new.zip template from here and drag and drop system folder on root of zip. (so after this when you open zip you should see three folders data, META-INF and system)
8.Flash that zip immediately after flashing ROM.
Update : Updated script so it will auto backup all ROM CSC features and auto restore after changing CSC
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Sir, this method can be used for completely stock rom?
German CSC for N910F
Hey Guys,
if anybody is looking for the german csc you can download it from here: http://workupload.com/file/Km2FjCof
I made it according to dr. ketans explanation. Just one thing when I go into phone info / CSC-Code it states:
Original CSC.-Code: INU
Firmware CSC-Code: DBT
Active CSC Code: INU/ DBT
Available CSC.-Codes: BTU, CPW, DBT, ITV, KOR, XEF, XEO
CSC Country: Germany/DE
Do I need to use the csc changer apk and therefore wipe everything? Or am I good even though active CSC is Indian and German??
I am on Nameless Rom 4.2 and the reason for me doing this was because of the message I receive on every boot up stating: Texting just got better.... Where you need to give your mobile number (you can also just click 2 times on no but thats not an option for me) But even after I flashed my CSC zip it still shows up.
@dr. Ketan do you have a solution or did i do something wrong? I did it step by step. Hope to receive an answer.
Probably that is issue of rom and not csc.
Indian csc causing send a text message to Indian number that should be fixed (on latest nameless I think prefixed) by changing csc
Sent from my SM-N920I using xda premium
I solved with the csc changer app, i switched to dbt and had to wipe everything. Restored my apps and date with titanium backup, now i am running with german csc on nameless rom 4.2
And the texting got better pop up disappeared
CSC Note 5
I tried this on my new note 5. I flashed a TMOBILE rom and that totally screws with csc and features. This does work in the sense that it brings back my multi csc for my Canadian note. However where I get the problems is similar to the gentleman above. It only partially applies the csc that I need. When I flash the zip. It attributes a generic out of the US csc XAC. When i try something like Phone info Samsung to change it to RWC. It only changes where its says active csc and it still shows XAC as also active. ANd firmware csc and original csc still show as XAC. Why when i flash the stock rom does it default to RWC eventhough the csc files are the same, but with a custom rom XAC?

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