FTF File and Flash Tool - Xperia Z Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hi folks
I am looking to roll back my Xperia Z to JB. Can someone please point me to the threads which hold these files. I am in Europe.
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flash tool http://developer.sonymobile.com/downloads/tool/flash-tool-for-xperia-devices/
latest 4.4.2 kit kat https://docs.google.com/uc?id=0BwOqX0oncE_tZ0YtdVk5YmFsOTQ&export=download

Where would I find the FTF file for Jelly Bean please ?

drrumer said:
Where would I find the FTF file for Jelly Bean please ?
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Sony™ Xperia™ Z™ Model™ Number™ C6602™ Stock™ Android™ 4.3™ FTF™ File™ :™ http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z/general/stock-rom-xperia-z-c6602-10-4-1-b-0-101-t2646090 ™
Sony™ Xperia™ Z™ Model™ Number™ C6603™ Stock™ Android™ 4.3™ FTF™ File™ :™ http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z/general/stock-rom-xperia-z-c6603-10-4-1-b-0-101-t2644574 ™
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I have an issue.
I'm trying to flash my phone. However Emma is saying that the phone is locked. Then when I go through the steps to unlock my phone, it says I need to use Emma. But I can't use Emma because it keeps saying the phone is unlocked.
This makes no sense.

drrumer said:
I have an issue.
I'm trying to flash my phone. However Emma is saying that the phone is locked. Then when I go through the steps to unlock my phone, it says I need to use Emma. But I can't use Emma because it keeps saying the phone is unlocked.
This makes no sense.
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Emma is only for unlocked bootloaders

anagramgenius said:
Emma is only for unlocked bootloaders
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When I go into the page about how to unlock the bootloader it says i should use EMMA.

drrumer said:
When I go into the page about how to unlock the bootloader it says i should use EMMA.
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You don't have to unlock bootloader to flash stock sony rom. Use flashtool from flashtool.net

Thank you.

Flashtool thinks I have an X10 ????
How is it supposed to flash my phone if it doesnt know what model i have ?

That flash tool doesnt work. Does anyone know of any others that might help ?

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After unlock/recovery/root, how to return to stock?

Hi there!
I've unlocked using flashtool, installed CWM Recovery and rooted using the recovery-only root.
Now, I need to return the phone to as stock as possible - certainly removing root, but relocking the bootloader would be a good secondary objective.
My current plan is to use the flashtool to relock the bootloader, then use the PC software to repair the phone. Will this work?
Thanks for your help
Edit: I've searched the forums but can't find an answer, including in the starting thread - please link to a relevant portion instead of the whole thing if possible
Further edit: There's no 'relock' option in the flashtool - huh?
VelocityGrill said:
Hi there!
I've unlocked using flashtool, installed CWM Recovery and rooted using the recovery-only root.
Now, I need to return the phone to as stock as possible - certainly removing root, but relocking the bootloader would be a good secondary objective.
My current plan is to use the flashtool to relock the bootloader, then use the PC software to repair the phone. Will this work?
Thanks for your help
Edit: I've searched the forums but can't find an answer, including in the starting thread - please link to a relevant portion instead of the whole thing if possible
Further edit: There's no 'relock' option in the flashtool - huh?
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As of now there is no option to relock the bootloader. You can unroot the phone by simply performing a repair system command in Sony PC Companion or flashing a stock rom. This has been explained in every single rooting or custom MOD thread.
Ya you are right. Relock bootloader using flashtool and repair or flash a ftf from flashtool.
And IIRC in the beta version of flashtool u will find option to relock under BLU. And btw u won't get back DRM keys and no Bravia engine.
shem2409 said:
You can unroot the phone by simply performing a repair system command in Sony PC Companion or flashing a stock rom. This has been explained in every single rooting or custom MOD thread.
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Sony PC companion approach doesn't work
sdhanush1 said:
Ya you are right. Relock bootloader using flashtool and repair or flash a ftf from flashtool.
And IIRC in the beta version of flashtool u will find option to relock under BLU. And btw u won't get back DRM keys and no Bravia engine.
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I don't see the option to relock anywhere - perhaps as I did the unlock on another PC?
If you can't get it to work with PC Companion use SUS (Sony Update Service which you can download from Sony's website) http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/tools/update-service/ --> for UK
shem2409 said:
If you can't get it to work with PC Companion use SUS (Sony Update Service which you can download from Sony's website) http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/tools/update-service/ --> for UK
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The phone contains modified software that cannot be upgraded - ah well!
VelocityGrill said:
The phone contains modified software that cannot be upgraded - ah well!
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You have to relock the bootloader with flashtool beta4,click on BLU.
Flash a stock rom and repair it by update service.
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gm007 said:
You have to relock the bootloader with flashtool beta4,click on BLU.
Flash a stock rom and repair it by update service.
Sent from my SO-02E using xda premium
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Thanks - I expected there to be a separate button for relocking - whoops!
I've flashed the stock ROM and that's gotten rid of the root. It also says that the bootloader can be unlocked, so that seems all perfect as far as I'm concerned. Thanks for your help, ladies and gentlemen.

C6602 (HSPA+) / 10.3.A.0.423 (4.2.2) Europe || USA

Hey
I need 10.3.A.0.423 from USA or Europe for C6602...
so please send
Thnx
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finally it s available, thanks to Spectre51
4.2.2 - C6602
& HoOnZ for uploading it;
FTF file - 4.2.2
No one yet???!???
x102x96x said:
No one yet???!???
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You can change the customization number in your build.prop to 1271-0119 and download this firmware with Sony PC Companion. See [GUIDE] Download ANY firmware customization from Sony & create an FTF with Flashtool. Please also share it on XDA, because we still don't have that one.
Apollo89 said:
You can change the customization number in your build.prop to 1271-0119 and download this firmware with Sony PC Companion. See [GUIDE] Download ANY firmware customization from Sony & create an FTF with Flashtool. Please also share it on XDA, because we still don't have that one.
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I don wanna root my phone yet...
Sent via my Sony Xperia Z | C6602
x102x96x said:
I don wanna root my phone yet...
Sent via my Sony Xperia Z | C6602
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The root is only temporary and is removed again after flashing the new firmware.
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Apollo89 said:
The root is only temporary and is removed again after flashing the new firmware.
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yup thnx for guiding but rooting will void warranty and un-rooting won't turn warranty back
x102x96x said:
yup thnx for guiding but rooting will void warranty and un-rooting won't turn warranty back
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Rooting does not void warranty, who told you that.. There is a difference between rooting and bootloader unlocking. To change your customization number, you need to root without bootloader unlock. By the way, after flashing the new firmware, every trace of the root will be erased, so nobody will ever know that you rooted your phone temporary.
Apollo89 said:
Rooting does not void warranty, who told you that.. There is a difference between rooting and bootloader unlocking. To change your customization number, you need to root without bootloader unlock. By the way, after flashing the new firmware, every trace of the root will be erased, so nobody will ever know that you rooted your phone temporary.
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need to read more ....
x102x96x said:
need to read more ....
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In part A of my guide, you can find the links to the appropriate tools that allow you to root without unlocking your bootloader. You just have to connect your phone with USB debugging enabled and run the tool. The rest goes automatically. So no need to request an unlock key from Sony or anything
Apollo89 said:
In part A of my guide, you can find the links to the appropriate tools that allow you to root without unlocking your bootloader. You just have to connect your phone with USB debugging enabled and run the tool. The rest goes automatically. So no need to request an unlock key from Sony or anything
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About Rooting
x102x96x said:
About Rooting
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Many websites say 'rooting' when they actually mean 'bootloader unlocking'. On that website, they're talking about bricking your phone and custom ROMs. That means they mean 'bootloader unlocking', because custom ROMs are not possible with a locked bootloader. While it's possible to root your phone by unlocking the bootloader, that is not always required.
For many Xperia devices, we have software exploits that allow to root your phone without touching the TA partition or bootloader. This means that all traces of the root will be erased if you flash clean stock firmware and Sony will never know.
This is not the case when you unlock your bootloader. If you created a backup of your TA partition before unlocking the bootloader, you could always restore your phone to factory state, but Sony will still know that you requested a bootloader unlock key.
Like I already said, you only have to root your phone temporary to change your customization number, without unlocking your bootloader. After flashing the new firmware, all traces of the root will be gone, so this method is completely safe and will not void your warranty.
By the way, did you edit your original post? I see you're asking firmware version 10.3.A.0.423 now. This is currently only available for the 'Generic TW' customization for C6602. This can be used perfectly in Europe and USA however. It contains all languages. You can find an FTF here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2337838 or change your customization number to 1270-5691 and update with Sony PC Companion.
Apollo89 said:
Many websites say 'rooting' when they actually mean 'bootloader unlocking'. On that website, they're talking about bricking your phone and custom ROMs. That means they mean 'bootloader unlocking', because custom ROMs are not possible with a locked bootloader. While it's possible to root your phone by unlocking the bootloader, that is not always required.
For many Xperia devices, we have software exploits that allow to root your phone without touching the TA partition or bootloader. This means that all traces of the root will be erased if you flash clean stock firmware and Sony will never know.
This is not the case when you unlock your bootloader. If you created a backup of your TA partition before unlocking the bootloader, you could always restore your phone to factory state, but Sony will still know that you requested a bootloader unlock key.
Like I already said, you only have to root your phone temporary to change your customization number, without unlocking your bootloader. After flashing the new firmware, all traces of the root will be gone, so this method is completely safe and will not void your warranty.
By the way, did you edit your original post? I see you're asking firmware version 10.3.A.0.423 now. This is currently only available for the 'Generic TW' customization for C6602. This can be used perfectly in Europe and USA however. It contains all languages. You can find an FTF here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2337838 or change your customization number to 1270-5691 and update with Sony PC Companion.
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after all these
i need 4.2.2 firmware from europe or usa for c6602
x102x96x said:
after all these
i need 4.2.2 firmware from europe or usa for c6602
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Did you even read my post?
This is currently only available for the 'Generic TW' customization for C6602. This can be used perfectly in Europe and USA however. It contains all languages. You can find an FTF here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=2337838 or change your customization number to 1270-5691 and update with Sony PC Companion.
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c6602 from dubai
c6602 model update installed on my phone when I got from dubai 10.3.A.0.423
Usa 10.3.a.0.423
USA Generic US 1271-0119 10.3.A.0.423 R5B
anyone?
no one!?
i need flashable .zip of this firmware.....................
x102x96x said:
USA Generic US 1271-0119 10.3.A.0.423 R5B
anyone?
no one!?
i need flashable .zip of this firmware.....................
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I tried downloading it and apparently it does not exist. For generic US firmware they still are on 10.1.A.1.434
DarkStone82 said:
I tried downloading it and apparently it does not exist. For generic US firmware they still are on 10.1.A.1.434
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True, there is no 4.2.2 firmware actually for US, they're still on 4.1.2.
Anyway x102x96x do a minimum of research before spamming "i need this!", you're not at the market commading this or that, manners dude!
QualQuek said:
True, there is no 4.2.2 firmware actually for US, they're still on 4.1.2.
Anyway x102x96x do a minimum of research before spamming "i need this!", you're not at the market commading this or that, manners dude!
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Actually they are on 4.2.2 now. Check my signature for a FTF download of the US (1271-0119) 4.2.2 firmware or click here.
Spectre51 said:
Actually they are on 4.2.2 now. Check my signature for a FTF download of the US (1271-0119) 4.2.2 firmware or click here.
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Actually no, If PCC doesn't give you this update it's not the official one.
QualQuek said:
Actually no, If PCC doesn't give you this update it's not the official one.
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LOL. Just some friendly advice. If you're going to berate people for not researching, I suggest you do it yourself before arguing
Look under Generic US in this thread - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2315914
Those lists are retrieved directly from the Sony servers, so I would say that it's fairly official, no?
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[Q] Re-lock bootloader xperia t lt30p

Hi, I unlocked the bootloader on my xperia t lt30p one time with intention to root it and install custom roms but never did as I nearly bricked it when putting a kernel on. I managed to put what I think is a stock kernel and rom back on, but I went to update it the other day and pc companion says that it could not complete the operation because the phone has been modified. I read somewhere that having the bootloader unlocked can cause this, so I wish to re lock it. Could anyone point me in the direction of a good tutorial to do so? Cheers...
Josh
josh1quattro said:
Hi, I unlocked the bootloader on my xperia t lt30p one time with intention to root it and install custom roms but never did as I nearly bricked it when putting a kernel on. I managed to put what I think is a stock kernel and rom back on, but I went to update it the other day and pc companion says that it could not complete the operation because the phone has been modified. I read somewhere that having the bootloader unlocked can cause this, so I wish to re lock it. Could anyone point me in the direction of a good tutorial to do so? Cheers...
Josh
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This thread has steps for relocking the bootloader - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2092227, they were using a Xperia V so you'll need to use a different FTF file for your Xperia T- http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1924221
josh1quattro said:
Hi, I unlocked the bootloader on my xperia t lt30p one time with intention to root it and install custom roms but never did as I nearly bricked it when putting a kernel on. I managed to put what I think is a stock kernel and rom back on, but I went to update it the other day and pc companion says that it could not complete the operation because the phone has been modified. I read somewhere that having the bootloader unlocked can cause this, so I wish to re lock it. Could anyone point me in the direction of a good tutorial to do so? Cheers...
Josh
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the link provided by our friend is quite good, that's where you have to head over
and about the tutorial, tha't so easy, just flash that FTF file via Flashtools
power off your phone, open flashtools, select flash logo, then FLASH MODE, then connect your phone as you are pressing down the VOLUME DOWN button, and let it do the rest
disconnect and enjoy your relocked bootloader
So I won't need to re flash the rom again? sorry. I'm a bit of a noob at phone modding. Pc's I can do. Not phones yet. Hahaha.
no, flash the relock ftf found in the dev section, and it just relocks your bootloader, your rom will stay the same
josh1quattro said:
So I won't need to re flash the rom again? sorry. I'm a bit of a noob at phone modding. Pc's I can do. Not phones yet. Hahaha.
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RElock won't affect you rom, BUT if you unlcok AGAIN, then at the very first start up of the phone when it is the first time after RE-UNlocking, it will have a factory reset
just wanted to let you know
but for now, NO, it won't touch your firmware
Just done it. Worked. Cheers guys,
josh1quattro said:
Just done it. Worked. Cheers guys,
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pressing Thank button is a better option, instead of saying "cheers", believe me
happy to see you made it, bro
Relocking Xperia T
BarneyJ said:
This thread has steps for relocking the bootloader - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2092227, they were using a Xperia V so you'll need to use a different FTF file for your Xperia T- http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1924221
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I want to relock ma Xperia T via EMMA Flashtool...I have downloaded the relock xperia t.ftf file...but i dont know how to drage and drop the file to Emma service list..plz help..ma device is near dead...
engrizhar said:
I want to relock ma Xperia T via EMMA Flashtool...I have downloaded the relock xperia t.ftf file...but i dont know how to drage and drop the file to Emma service list..plz help..ma device is near dead...
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Use flashtool

[Q] My xperia z problems

Hi !Today i was thinking that my Sony Xperia Z C6603 ,bought from ORANGE FRANCE ,will not get 4.3 or 4.4 ,and i was wondering why !I have an blocked bootloader and it cant get unlocked (in Service Menu says ”Unlock Bootloader : NO ” or something like this ) .I need some advices in how can i unlock the bootloader or just get 4.3 or 4.4 update !Please leave me some advices !
Unfortunately the answer is no
sent from my Yuga
it's totally no bro. It depends on the SRN #
Ady_ALOHA said:
Hi !Today i was thinking that my Sony Xperia Z C6603 ,bought from ORANGE FRANCE ,will not get 4.3 or 4.4 ,and i was wondering why !I have an blocked bootloader and it cant get unlocked (in Service Menu says ”Unlock Bootloader : NO ” or something like this ) .I need some advices in how can i unlock the bootloader or just get 4.3 or 4.4 update !Please leave me some advices !
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is it still network locked?
androidtweaker1 said:
is it still network locked?
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No its not locked ,i have succesfully installed 4.3 from update service from sony ,but i will get 4.4 ?Only bootloader is locked !
Ady_ALOHA said:
No its not locked ,i have succesfully installed 4.3 from update service from sony ,but i will get 4.4 ?Only bootloader is locked !
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The easier way would be manually downloading 4.4.2 ftf and flash it using flashtool
download ftf from here
download flashtool from here
Make a backup before flashing ftf though as it will wipe the internal memory
Credits to @flasherTHC for the upload of rom
Ady_ALOHA said:
Hi !Today i was thinking that my Sony Xperia Z C6603 ,bought from ORANGE FRANCE ,will not get 4.3 or 4.4 ,and i was wondering why !I have an blocked bootloader and it cant get unlocked (in Service Menu says ”Unlock Bootloader : NO ” or something like this ) .I need some advices in how can i unlock the bootloader or just get 4.3 or 4.4 update !Please leave me some advices !
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keep calm and flash an FTF with flashtool :good:
Flash
Can i flash with flashtool if i have blocked bootloader ?
Ady_ALOHA said:
Can i flash with flashtool if i have blocked bootloader ?
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Yes, you can.
FTF can be flashed on unlocked bootloader.
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restore the stock rom after unlock boot loader and install a cyanogenmod rom

how can i restore my stock rom for my xperia sp after i have unlocked bootloader and install a cyanogen rom ??
note: i have tried to relock bootloader using flash tool but it not work
and i tried to install a stock rom via flash tool but the phone restart before it complete
IEngMedo said:
how can i restore my stock rom for my xperia sp after i have unlocked bootloader and install a cyanogen rom ??
note: i have tried to relock bootloader using flash tool but it not work
and i tried to install a stock rom via flash tool but the phone restart before it complete
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Repair your phone using Xperia companion
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OsGhaly said:
Repair your phone using Xperia companion
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unlocked bootloader can't repaire with sony companion
IEngMedo said:
unlocked bootloader can't repaire with sony companion
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You can, just choose update then repair
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OsGhaly said:
You can, just choose update then repair
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i get this error
Error code: UEGetPhoneInfoMissingInfo
C5303 3518 Unknown
and i tryed to relock bootloader with flash tool and Emma tell me >> this phone is locked
and sony companion still on this error
IEngMedo said:
i get this error
Error code: UEGetPhoneInfoMissingInfo
C5303 3518 Unknown
and i tryed to relock bootloader with flash tool and Emma tell me >> this phone is locked
and sony companion still on this error
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I'm afraid that Sony has replaced PC Companion with the new Xperia companion that maybe does not have backward compatibility with old phones like our Xperia SP. and that's the reason why you and many other people are getting this error.
I was able to repair my phone many times before using PCC following these steps shown in this link below:
https://talk.sonymobile.com/t5/FAQ/How-to-perform-a-software-repair-with-PC-Companion/m-p/1061294
As I said before you are not the only one getting this error and there's no solution proposed yet from Sony:
https://talk.sonymobile.com/t5/PC-Mac-Software/Can-t-repair/td-p/1116387
But for now, just make sure that you've uninstalled all flashing programs and removed old drivers before installing Xperia companion. and also make sure that there's no other devices connected or software emulator for Android installed before trying to repair the phone.
Sorry dear, I wish I could be of more help.
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