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[Q] Troubles with PC Companion

Hey all,
I recently got my Xperia SP and I tried a few custom roms, but for now I want to stick to the stock rom until 4.3 is released. I used Sony's PC companion tool to revert back to the stock rom before (if I wanted to try a new rom), but suddenly I got the message that PC Companion is not supported by Windows 8 anymore (which seems really odd) and it detects my device as a C5302 instead of a C3503 (this happened after flashing this rom: HonamiUltraizeD - White Edition)...
Does anyone know what could have happened, or how to revert it?
And if I revert back to the stock rom using the Companion tool with repair support, does that give me a stock phone that has no traces of being rooted or used whatsoever?
Thanks for your help guys!
Greetings,
Rayquinox

Rayquinox said:
Hey all,
I recently got my Xperia SP and I tried a few custom roms, but for now I want to stick to the stock rom until 4.3 is released. I used Sony's PC companion tool to revert back to the stock rom before (if I wanted to try a new rom), but suddenly I got the message that PC Companion is not supported by Windows 8 anymore (which seems really odd) and it detects my device as a C5302 instead of a C3503 (this happened after flashing this rom: HonamiUltraizeD - White Edition)...
Does anyone know what could have happened, or how to revert it?
And if I revert back to the stock rom using the Companion tool with repair support, does that give me a stock phone that has no traces of being rooted or used whatsoever?
Thanks for your help guys!
Greetings,
Rayquinox
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You just need to find FTF for your Xperia SP and flash it via FLASHTOOL. You can find both in general/development section.
To work with PC companion, you will need to relock bootloader if unlocked and you will need to revert back to STOCK ROM.
If you still have any queries, do not hesitate to ask!

Hnk1 said:
You just need to find FTF for your Xperia SP and flash it via FLASHTOOL. You can find both in general/development section.
To work with PC companion, you will need to relock bootloader if unlocked and you will need to revert back to STOCK ROM.
If you still have any queries, do not hesitate to ask!
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thanks for the reply!
My bootloader is still locked, and I used the PC companion before to restore the settings (with the repair tool) on custom roms: that is not the problem... I can't use the repairtool on Windows 8 is what bothering me. And regarding the FTF files, do I need to get the files for a C5303 or a C5302 now?
Again, may thanks

Rayquinox said:
thanks for the reply!
My bootloader is still locked, and I used the PC companion before to restore the settings (with the repair tool) on custom roms: that is not the problem... I can't use the repairtool on Windows 8 is what bothering me. And regarding the FTF files, do I need to get the files for a C5303 or a C5302 now?
Again, may thanks
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You will need to use FTF for your phone, the one on your box /region. if you remember which one you had is perfectly normal. Both versions have everything same but basebands. Flash any while skipping basebands in flashtool will work perfectly too.
Usually your phone model is in settings about phone,however flashing roms can change it as they replace build.prop.
Flashing will remove all your data /root/recovery.
As far as windows 8 is concerned, try reinstalling pc companion.
Another trick is to go into properties of pc companion on pc n select run application in windows 7 etc.
good luck

[SOLVED] Unbrick c5303 possible?

Hey Folks,
Yesterday I came accross a new firmware for my C5303 (Stock) Rom. Problem was, something went fishy on my computer and the upgrade process went south midways.
Probelm being: I have neither rooted, nor unlocked the bootloader.
Is there a way to unbrick? Unfortunatelly I have learned, that appart from other SONY devices, the SP is not so peachy when it comes to custom roms.
Current state:
The device is not recogniced by the flash tool of Sony, or the suite.
Could someone point fingers where to look for a solution?

You will have to flash an FTF file using "flashtool".
A search on this forum will surely point you in the right direction.
There are already plenty of guides.
Good luck!

kevke said:
Hey Folks,
Yesterday I came accross a new firmware for my C5303 (Stock) Rom. Problem was, something went fishy on my computer and the upgrade process went south midways.
Probelm being: I have neither rooted, nor unlocked the bootloader.
Is there a way to unbrick? Unfortunatelly I have learned, that appart from other SONY devices, the SP is not so peachy when it comes to custom roms.
Current state:
The device is not recogniced by the flash tool of Sony, or the suite.
Could someone point fingers where to look for a solution?
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I bricked mine yesterday at 11 pm,couldnt sleep right cause of the panic. xD
My C5303 has a LOCKED BOOTLOADER too,and I was stuck at the SONY logo.
I downloaded Flashtool.
I installed Flashtool.
This procedure is neccessary in order to install fastboot/flashmode/adb drivers.If you already did it,skip it.
If ur on windows 8,move ur mouse coursor to top right of the screen,a toolbar will appear.
Then click SETTINGS.Then click CHANGE PC SETTINGS.When it opens,select UPDATE & RECOVERY.Select RECOVERY.Select ADVANCED STARTUP.When it reboots,you will see a blue background and an option,i think it is TROUBLESHOOT,anyways,look for DISABLE DRIVER SIGNATURE VERIFICATION.But as I remember,i was put with a choice of selecting a number,and i pressed 7-DISABLE DRIVER VERIFICATION.
The PC will boot like nothing is changed,but now u can install the drivers.
Go to Flashtool/drivers and open the installation program
Select "Flashmode drivers","fastboot drivers" and "common drivers for Viskan board(these are the ADB drivers ONLY for the Xperia SP)"
The PC will ask you to allow the driver installation,allow all of them.Reboot ur pc again,and connect ur phone in flashmode for the pc to link the flashmode drivers to ur Xperia SP,then u can begin.
Download this firmware FROM THIS LINK
http://www.xperiadownload.cz/phocadownload/userupload/download/2013/SP/C5303_12.1.A.1.205_CE.rar
extract the ftf file with any rar program,then move the .ftf file to the FIRMWARE folder in the directory where flashtool is installed,mine is C:/Flashtool.move the .ftf file into (DRIVE):/Flashtool/firmwares
Open Flashtool,select Flash with Flashmode,wait for the program to say that u can connect ur xperia sp with the PC.To enter Flashmode hold the Volume DOWN button while connecting the phone to the PC.
I reccommend using the SONY cable,as i have a feeling it is the best one for these things.
Let Fashtool flash everything,do not touch the device at all until the Flashtool allows you to do so.

Here mate
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-sp/general/root-ultimate-noobs-guide-to-rooting-t2845520

Thanks for all the answers so far...
I figured, taht in the flashtool the firmware for the device is not listet, although it is in the respektive directory. am I blind, or am I missing something?
It however does offer a X10 installation, what ever that is, when it is at home

Look for an FTF file on this forum.
Make sure you download and flash the correct one!

kevke said:
Thanks for all the answers so far...
I figured, taht in the flashtool the firmware for the device is not listet, although it is in the respektive directory. am I blind, or am I missing something?
It however does offer a X10 installation, what ever that is, when it is at home
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I have found this source: http://xperiafirmware.com/8-firmware/37-sony-xperia-sp-c5303
It is recognised by the flash tool and therefore, I believe it works well... I'll keep you folks postet... FINGERS CROSSED

Okay folks, you can uncross your fingers... Thanks to all of you, the call is back to life!

system.sin finished with errors?

firstly sorry for my bad English
I wan using flashtool to flash my xperia t with official ftf that i download from internet. But it always came out Error processing of system.sin finished with errors, I have tried three FTFs but all said Error processing of system.sin finished with errors. Now I wonder what's up and what shall i do ..
PS my Xperia T is bootloader unlocked allowed :NO

I had this exact problem today with my xperia V, solved by using flashboot v 18.5 instead of newest. Good luck

Hey zodeg, I'm experiencing the same problem right now. Could you explain this Flashboot v 18.5 thing? googled it but couldn't find anything about it though. Google only threw Flashtool 0.9.18.5 at me but I don't think that it's t he right thing. An upload of what you used there would be nice.
Thanks in advance!
Greetings,
Seyron

Try to use older version of Flashtool like 0.9.18.6 (of course download it from flashtool site ). I had this problem too and this solved my problem.

krzysiek546 said:
Try to use older version of Flashtool like 0.9.18.6 (of course download it from flashtool site ). I had this problem too and this solved my problem.
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Thanks! It also helped me!

krzysiek546 said:
Try to use older version of Flashtool like 0.9.18.6 (of course download it from flashtool site ). I had this problem too and this solved my problem.
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thanks. 0.9.18.6 worked.
0.9.19.10 worked for me once, but then I've tried several other attempts and it failed. strange.

krzysiek546 said:
Try to use older version of Flashtool like 0.9.18.6 (of course download it from flashtool site ). I had this problem too and this solved my problem.
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Thanks Genius!

Yeah guys guess what I forgot how i did it and then I googled this topic again, and IT WORKED! I used 0.9.18.5 Sony Mobile Flasher by androxyde. Thank you androxide :laugh:

So the fact that this was the solution really bugs me. Anyway, worked for me and my Xperia LT30p

Marshmallow flashtool problem

Few days ago I installed concept marshmallow.Until installation,flashtool couldnt recognize my phone.It says install drivers but I installed it many times but nothing has changed.Now I want to back to older roms.How can ı solve recognizing problem or how ı can install another rom without flashtool ?

Try to use Sony PC Companion and repair your phone via "Support Zone". It may downgrade your phone to 5.1.1 so it's again recognized by Flashtool.

BarajaVLC said:
Try to use Sony PC Companion and repair your phone via "Support Zone". It may downgrade your phone to 5.1.1 so it's again recognized by Flashtool.
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Problem has been solved with different way.Thanks

Please share solution.

Flashtool won't start

I'm having a problem with Flasshtool latest version i installed it and won't run. My laptop OS is windows 8. It just won't run after i installed it and open it. Just loading a bit and then nothings happen. I also tried the previous version of it and have the same problem.

try the version 0.9.22.3

gelotalion said:
I'm having a problem with Flasshtool latest version i installed it and won't run. My laptop OS is windows 8. It just won't run after i installed it and open it. Just loading a bit and then nothings happen. I also tried the previous version of it and have the same problem.
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try the version 0.9.22.3

soujirock said:
try the version 0.9.22.3
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Thanks i will try that. Hope it will work

I tried it but still no good. I also tried the old version but nothing happens too.

gelotalion said:
I tried it but still no good. I also tried the old version but nothing happens too.
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look I had a similar problem, what I did was reinstall the drivers according to the phone model drivers install companion xperia download the latest version of flashtool and I worked

soujirock said:
look I had a similar problem, what I did was reinstall the drivers according to the phone model drivers install companion xperia download the latest version of flashtool and I worked
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Thanks for your reply I'll try this now

soujirock said:
look I had a similar problem, what I did was reinstall the drivers according to the phone model drivers install companion xperia download the latest version of flashtool and I worked
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I did what you said and still won't work

i successfully launched flashtool the problem is in mozilla firefox plugin i guess. The only problem is my flashtool said No Device registered even if i installed all the drivers correctly. When I'm trying to sync in github it's just stuck on it nothing happens.
17/036/2016 10:36:56 - ERROR - No device is registered in Flashtool.
17/036/2016 10:36:56 - ERROR - You can only flash devices.

gelotalion said:
i successfully launched flashtool the problem is in mozilla firefox plugin i guess. The only problem is my flashtool said No Device registered even if i installed all the drivers correctly. When I'm trying to sync in github it's just stuck on it nothing happens.
17/036/2016 10:36:56 - ERROR - No device is registered in Flashtool.
17/036/2016 10:36:56 - ERROR - You can only flash devices.
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look I have windows 7 and I had problems with earlier versions of flashtool, what I recommend is that you make a test on another pc since apparently it is problem of your USB ports, or failing that should see if the USB port your phone works properly.

soujirock said:
look I have windows 7 and I had problems with earlier versions of flashtool, what I recommend is that you make a test on another pc since apparently it is problem of your USB ports, or failing that should see if the USB port your phone works properly.
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I made it thanks for the help. I also root my z1. I just have one question if i update it to lollipop is the root access will gone or it will not?