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Magician: Read-only CABs get deleted after installing

Hi,
Hardware: Vodafone VPA compact/T-Mobile MDA compact (HTC Magician).
Problem: CAB files in /Storage folder are being deleted after installation - even if they are read-only!
This only happens if they are located in the /Storage folder. I did a hard reset and soft reset afterwards to get a non-customized device but the behaviour is still the same, so this doesn't seem to be a customization "feature".
Any ideas?

Use CabInstl to install cab's. It will let you choose where to install & got the option to keep the cab.
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oltp said:
Use CabInstl to install cab's. It will let you choose where to install & got the option to keep the cab.
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Thanks for the hint. It looks like a good alternative to the standard procedure. However I do need an automated mechanism (installing CABs after hardreset automatically) which can be used from the extended_rom/config.txt and I, lacking detailled information about cabinstl, doubt that cabinstl can be used in "silent" mode using commandline parameters. But I'll give it a try. Meawhile we implement a workaround.
thanks.

New Release: WM5 - ROM Kitchen

This is the old RK... I'm working on the new one...
Please go to: http://buzzdev.net/index.php?option=com_simpleboard&Itemid=59&func=view&id=23392&catid=64
<<< Big thanks to mamaich for his tools >>>

Great Thanks :lol:

WM2K5 ROM KITCHEN
Hardware buttons : Camera and rec don't work
In settings / Buttons you don't find the buttons to set different app.

Great job bepe keep working
The bug with buttons is very simple
go to registry key
\HKLM\Software\Microsoft\Shell\
and add key "Keys", then go to
\HKLM\Software\Microsoft\Shell\Keys\
and add key "40C1", "40C2", "40C3" and "40C4"
Thats ALL
P.S.
40C1 - calendar, 40C2 - contacts, 40C3 - record and 40C4 - camera

Re: WM2K5 ROM KITCHEN
f.cervera said:
Hardware buttons : Camera and rec don't work
In settings / Buttons you don't find the buttons to set different app.
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As a workaround extract the attachment into DEV\OEM\ and rebuild. I compiled it for the German AKU2.0 ROM.
Tnx Bepe for your great work!
df2jh

IIWPO integrated into Himalaya ROM
Bepe offers us the great option to integrate this well-known theft protection into our ROMs.
Just extract the attachment into DEV/OEM. Open 97bd8b8c-5fe5-4bb1-8ede-f55865d7baf8.rgu with wordpad. Put in your name as you will enter it in the 'Owner Information' as well as a MSISDN to where short message should be sent in case somebody modifies the 'Owner Information'. Rebuild.
Works as is only on German devices. Modify '\Windows\Autostart' in initflashfiles.txt to appropriate folder name of your language (e.g. '\Windows\Startup' in WWE).
df2jh

Is this method designed for the Himalaya only, or would it work for the Universal as well?

I need some help to make DEV and ROM packages for Wizard (I've never used a Wizard)…
Maybe there is somebody there who already used mamaich’s tools to edit a Wizard ROM?
@thefunkunfaked
Sorry,
only Himalaya for the moment, next will by BA and Wizard.
Universal will by last because of the VGA resources (those make thinks difficult).
@df2jh
Wow.. great thanks, you are the first one building packages.
It’s the first time I hear about IIWPO nice app.

bepe said:
I need some help to make DEV and ROM packages for Wizard (I've never used a Wizard)…
Maybe there is somebody there who already used mamaich’s tools to edit a Wizard ROM?.
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Bepe: let me know how to make it , I will make it for you , PM me,
I had dump rom for Wizard , it used mamaich's tools . if I am right just replace each files for Himalaya right ps which rom you want for base ?
I had dump ruu_prodigy_1081002_104_10910_tmo_usa_ship
thanks.

Re: WM2K5 ROM KITCHEN
df2jh said:
f.cervera said:
Hardware buttons : Camera and rec don't work
In settings / Buttons you don't find the buttons to set different app.
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As a workaround extract the attachment into DEV\OEM\ and rebuild. I compiled it for the German AKU2.0 ROM.
Tnx Bepe for your great work!
df2jh
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Is it possible to have the same for WWE AKU 2.3 rom ?
And again thanks to Bepe and all who contribute to this.

hi,Bebe,, very interesting and i am trying to make CHS 2.2 now.
all of them are perfect!
*Extract the DEV folder
*Extract one ROM to DEV
*Extract one OS to DEV
*Extract one LOC to DEV
*Extract all OEM Packages you need to OEM
*Run CreateOS.exe and click the button
*Run CreateROM.bat
and created the ROM nk.nbf!
Great! but this time i didnt make OEM addtional coz my initial test.
The i tried to Flash on to my Himlaya, now runnning
2.01a64MB WWE,
But when try to Flash,,country ID error was happen,
Before it never happen to me.
So i tried to change Country ID but still error.
Then tried to Flash another CHS ROM on to mine,
it can done.
Used same upgrade utility.
Do you have any idea why i can not flash?
Thanks,

Hi Asukal,
Have you tried HimaUpgradeUt_noID.exe?

bepe said:
Hi Asukal,
Have you tried HimaUpgradeUt_noID.exe?
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oh! now i can flash.......
thanks,

now i could flash and boot,
then came to "Screen Setting& Copy write (C)1996-2005" with sound.
After that, Stylus and Hard Button didint work,
so can not go ahead from this screen! :lol:
Dumped nk.nbf and checked drivers and files.
seems there.
whats wrong with me,,??
i created this rom too rush instantly.
should do carfully...i knew..
any way, i wll try with Mr,mWang made ROM tommorow.
Now 6:00 morning here.
i gonnna sleep!
Thanks!

You are right there is a problem...
...I'll try to find that.
Don’t have much time at the moment and I don’t have any idea why CHS reacts not the same way as the other packages any help is welcome.

bepe said:
You are right there is a problem...
...I'll try to find that.
Don’t have much time at the moment and I don’t have any idea why CHS reacts not the same way as the other packages any help is welcome.
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Not only CHS also CHT too.is possible wince.nls different with others package ?

hi bebe
i am cheking each files, hope i can find some hints.

Hi There
i make the arabic Rom based on the 2.3 wwe and it work perfect i add somme other application on it from the eten resco keybord speed dial and ....
but i have sometimes that the pda hang and the are no way only the reset to solve it
i am checking the file too to know whats happand
but great job Bepe as usual
Sacaman

ActiveSync like WM2003?
My device now will be recognized as "PocketPC USB Sync" when connected via USB. That ´s the way WM2003 did it. It´s faster and more reliable than the WM2005 method via netwotk connection "Windows Mobile-based Device" and TCP/IP. Great, how did you manage that?

but we lose the network connection on it
now i can't surf on internet or connect the msn true the activesync
if somme one do it please advice
Sacaman

A2DP and 2125 Works?

I am having a lot of trouble getting A2dp to work with my ht820.
I have the correct ROM AKU2
done registry changes with regedit
unlocked the phone with sdaunlock
I have copied the three files to the windows directory on phone
executed the Tor_A2DP.cab file from file manager on phone
I am stuck with the "import or modify A2DP related registry values with MobileRegistryEditor.
How do I import these values? I have been reading for days and unable to make the changes manually that will work.
I tried the A2Dp_hack file that is supposed to make the value changes, it says it is will not install.

Perhaps you have security settings on your phone?
There are many ways to import *.reg files... The simplest method it to use Resco Explorer with the registry editor option, here you just install the app and tap the *.reg file and it will be imported into your registry..

A2DP hack and cingulars rom
thanks for response!
I have made the registry changes by hand (not bad). But I have a few questions.
I just got the phone from cingular. Has the same rom as the latest on the HTC site.
I did not load the I-mate rom , i assume that is what i need?
The a2dp hack is not compatiable with the cingular rom?
I tried to load the i-mate software and the phone stops after about 10 seconds and gives error message, so I assume the phone is locked?
Is there a way we can unlock these phones with software available publicly or do I need to call Cingular to unlock?
Thanks for the help!!!!

I'm not sure about this locked business, why don't you just do a search for this. This forum is almost complete... Good luck..

wake up new2city
Did you even read my post? LOL

foto said:
Is there a way we can unlock these phones with software available publicly or do I need to call Cingular to unlock?
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I am just replying to this question... and again I state, there is some way to unlock these phones with software but YOU have to look for it.... I don't play with ROMs, so I cannot help you further, I am just into A2DP...
Sorry to amuse you..

How do you save cab files when they are installed?

I am trying to figure out what registry I have to change in order to make it so that cab files arent automatically deleted when you install them. I had to revert back to WM5 because I am getting tired of the performance issues with the custom WM6 roms and also all of the bugs and glitches... Every rom has it's own set of quirks. I find t-mobiles official wm5 rom to be most stable and fastest so I changed back to that.
Please help me with this little problem. Thanks in advance, Dan.

goto system>advance settings there should be an option not to auto delete install cab files.im running the same rom as you black diamond 2

Thanks but I recently changed back to the official T-mobile rom because I finally got tired of all of the bugs and glitched and performance issues with custom roms.
Thats why I am trying to figure out what registry to change.

dharvey4651 said:
Thanks but I recently changed back to the official T-mobile rom because I finally got tired of all of the bugs and glitched and performance issues with custom roms.
Thats why I am trying to figure out what registry to change.
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Then why are you posting in the WM6 forum??? Posting here usually means you are asking about WM6.
All the answers are in the Wiki if you read / search...
Or grab a tool like Schaps advanced Config or similar and just tick the right box...

From the wiki:
Make WM5 keep CAB files around after installing (1)
If you wish to keep the original .CAB file around after installing the application, set:
HKLM\Software\apps\Microsoft Application Installer\nDynamicDelete = 0 (DWORD decimal)
Or to restore to the default:
HKLM\Software\apps\Microsoft Application Installer\nDynamicDelete = 2 (DWORD decimal)
Make WM5 keep CAB files around after installing (2)
An alternative method of making WM5 keep the original .CAB file around after installing the application is by adding the "/nodelete" option to the Windows CE loader:
HKCR\cabfile\Shell\open\command = 'wceload.exe "%1" /nodelete' (REG_SZ string, no quotes)
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http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=WM5_Tweaks_Other

HTC Kaiser SSPL v1 (or flashing any rom 4 free)

* THIS WILL WORK ON KAISER ONLY - FOR GENERIC METHOD SEE JumpSPL *
This tool allow to flash any Kaiser ROM bypassing CID and signature check.
You'll be able to change the ROM language, flash cooked roms, custom splash screens, etc...
FEATURES
Code:
1. SuperCID / Security Level=0
2. Does not check NBH signatures
3. Based on 0.92 Shipped SPL
4. Accept any Model ID
5. Disabled initial SD card loading to prevent hang
INSTRUCTIONS
Transfer SSPL-KAIS.exe to your Kaiser
Connect the USB cable and run SSPL-KAIS.exe (on kaiser, not on PC!)
Click "Continue", the Bootloader tri-color screen should appear
Check SPL version number: if it ends in ".JumpSPL" then everything is fine.
Unplug the USB cable and re-plug it
Device is ready to flash any ROM, you don't need ActiveSync at all.
DISCLAIMER
This software is free to use but at your own risk, I take no responsiblity for any conflict, fault, or damage caused by this unlocking procedure. No warranties of any kind are given.
DONATIONS
Your donations are a strong incentive to continue research on new devices, if you find JumpSPL useful please cosider making a PayPal donation. Any donation amount is greatly appreciated ​​
Enjoy!
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UPDATE: Found a problem on SSPL where it will hang when flashing a full ROM with a new RUU due to the NBH buffer being smaller in SPL-0.92, I removed the link and will update Kaiser SSPL version when I have some free time. At the moment, please use Kaiser Hard-SPL, this is safe
For those of you had the phone stuck in bootloader mode after flash with SSPL stopping at 16%, follow these instructions to unbrick your phone:
1. Download mtty.exe
2. Disable activesync (connection settings -> uncheck "allow usb connections")
3. Connect your Kaiser to PC using USB cable.
4. Open mtty, select USB port and click OK.
5. Hit ENTER twice, you should see the "Cmd>" prompt.
6. Type the command "boot", you should see something like this:
Code:
Cmd> [B]boot[/B]
InitDisplay: Display_Chip=1
No card inserted
OSSIReadBack ++
Read SI data from flash success
tail signature match
Checksum match
UserStorageSIPreload ++
After that device should boot WM6 again, you can now re-enable USB connections in activesync and flash HardSPL

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OMG thank you POF!!! You are truly the MASTER!!
Question how do we go about dumping and using Imgfs tools in Kaiser ROMS?
Can you give us a basic run down since its different than the Hermes please

Okay, excuse my ignorance, but when you say Kaiser, do you mean all versions of the Kaiser, like the ATT Tilt (8925), or just the HTC Kaiser? Please don't beat me up

austinsnyc said:
Question how do we go about dumping and using Imgfs tools in Kaiser ROMS?
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See here how to dump the ROM: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=334680
I've not researched yet on how to use ImgfsTools, reconstruct dumped roms, etc... but should not be very different from what you already know from hermes, just be creative
kman79 said:
when you say Kaiser, do you mean all versions of the Kaiser, like the ATT Tilt (8925), or just the HTC Kaiser?
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All versions

now the race is on for who comes out with the first ultra lite, mega storage space slim downed rom, who will it be.......

pof! you are tha MAN!
Thanks!
Donation to follow...
-Syrius

pof said:
* THIS WILL WORK ON KAISER ONLY - FOR GENERIC METHOD SEE JumpSPL *
3. Based on 0.92 Shipped SPL
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was this from me??
- Syrius

Syrius_B said:
was this from me??
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Yes Thanks mate!

pof said:
Yes Thanks mate!
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anytime
- Syrius

HI Pof,
Does this also SIM unlock the device?
Or if I use this CID unlock and load the HTC rom will that SIM unlock the device?
Thanks

OMG, wonderfull.... now only need some research on how to repack dumped /modified ROMs... any aproach?
THANKS Pof you are incredible...

botap said:
HI Pof,
Does this also SIM unlock the device?
Or if I use this CID unlock and load the HTC rom will that SIM unlock the device?
Thanks
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Only CIDUnlock.... SIM Unlok is not ready...

pof said:
See here how to dump the ROM: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=334680
I've not researched yet on how to use ImgfsTools, reconstruct dumped roms, etc... but should not be very different from what you already know from hermes, just be creative
All versions
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HI POF Ihave tried the above method using pdocread but keep getting an error , not sure if its because im using windows vista ultimate.

duttythroy said:
HI POF Ihave tried the above method using pdocread but keep getting an error , not sure if its because im using windows vista ultimate.
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I manage to dump mine without problems using Vista Ultimate too ... if you get this error when executing pdocread
Code:
[I]
C:\itsutils>pdocread.exe -l
Copying C:\itsutils\itsutils.dll to WCE:\windows\itsutils.dll
Could not update itsutils.dll to the current version, maybe it is inuse?
try restarting your device, or restart ActiveSync [/I]
You have to modify this registry key, and then softreset using power button:
[B]HKLM\Security\Policies\Policies
[/B] valuename '[B]00001001[/B]' was set to dword:2, change it to dword:1
dword: any thing other than 1 disallows unsigned
dword: 1 allows unsigned
(extracted from Hermes wiki and tested on Kaiser)

jcespi2005 said:
I manage to dump mine without problems using Vista Ultimate too ... if you get this error when executing pdocread
Code:
C:\itsutils>pdocread.exe -l
Copying C:\itsutils\itsutils.dll to WCE:\windows\itsutils.dll
Could not update itsutils.dll to the current version, maybe it is inuse?
try restarting your device, or restart ActiveSync You have to modify this registry key, and then softreset using power button:
HKLM\Security\Policies\Policies
valuename '00001001' was set to dword:2, change it to dword:1
dword: any thing other than 1 disallows unsigned
dword: 1 allows unsigned
(extracted from Hermes wiki and tested on Kaiser)
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just fount it on the wiki, thanks

help
@jcespi2005 just tired it change policies to dword 1 tried the same command but now getting this error.
c:\itsutils\pdocread.exe is not a valid Win32 application
what to do

duttythroy said:
@jcespi2005 just tired it change policies to dword 1 tried the same command but now getting this error.
c:\itsutils\pdocread.exe is not a valid Win32 application
what to do
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Works fine for me... Try to download latest version of pdcoread here...
http://www.xs4all.nl/~itsme/projects/xda/tools.html

Big problem
Hi all I have a big problem I have try to flash my kaiser from SRF and using kaiser_JumpSPL_pof_v1. at 16% my the copy hanged and the Rom wizzard told me to remove the kaiser battery.
and after that I lost my old rom and I have the SPL from the factory ! and I dont have any copy from my old Rom.
and My phone is locked...
so How I can do to copy and execute the kaiser_JumpSPL_pof_v1 to my devis to try to flush the kaiser again
thx for you help
Titosa

Instructions to unbrick posted in the first post.
I'm closing this thread until I have time to post an updated and hopefully working version...