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BtT: Easily customizing your splash screen for JAM, PDA2k

What you'll need:
CAB editor, such as OCP WinCE CAB Manager
Madkat's WM2k3 Boot Image Tool (attached)
Adobe Photoshop or other image editor
a compatible HTC device such as the Magician or Blue Angel
Summary:
Customized SplashX.nb files to be installed in \Windows directory of your device
Included:
Customizable Splash2.psd file for use with Adobe Photoshop
Steps:
1. Change the Splash2.psd file as necessary, then save a 24-bit BMP file called Splash2.bmp.
2. Use Madkat's Tool to convert the BMP file to an NB file.
3. Use the CAB editor to replace the Splash2.nb file with your version. WinCE CAB Manager may state an "Unspecified Error" when replacing the file. Instead, delete the original file, then drag the new NB file into the CAB file, hardcoding the \Windows folder as the install destination.
4. Save the CAB file and run it on your device!
Magician devices have only one splash screen, and it must be saved as Splash2.nb.
Blue Angel devices have two splash screens, Splash1.nb and Splash2.nb. Use the above steps to incorporate both splash screens as necessary.
Splash screens will be retained even after a hard reset, so use this after the Anansky's Big Storage hack, or if you just want to personalize your device, such as in the unfortunate event that it's lost or stolen - unless they know this trick, they won't be able to get rid of it!
Have fun!

Thanks mate works like a dream!!

Maybe it's just me, but I've read this post here and at Howardforums and I'm clearly missing something.
I've only ever used the nb_image_converter_859_418.exe to convert "any" bmp to the Splash2.NB file.
Then I drop that into my Windows Folder and use MDA3_bootimage_changer2.cab to apply the file. (Yes I'm using a Magician with this file!)
Soft reset and that's that. No need to do any cab file editing.
Cheers
Howard
PS. I've have both tools on my pc and can repost them, but they are from this site!

hshortt said:
Maybe it's just me, but I've read this post here and at Howardforums and I'm clearly missing something.
I've only ever used the nb_image_converter_859_418.exe to convert "any" bmp to the Splash2.NB file.
Then I drop that into my Windows Folder and use MDA3_bootimage_changer2.cab to apply the file. (Yes I'm using a Magician with this file!)
Soft reset and that's that. No need to do any cab file editing.
Cheers
Howard
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Tried that way myself a while ago but for some reason it refused to work for me? (could of been the fact i used a file called XDA2_bootimage_changer.CAB)?? anyway now I can use self contained cabs so I make some splash's for my friends
PS. I've have both tools on my pc and can repost them, but they are from this site!

it must be me, but what cab file are we using here ?
3. Use the CAB editor to replace the Splash2.nb file with your version. WinCE CAB Manager may state an "Unspecified Error" when replacing the file. Instead, delete the original file, then drag the new NB file into the CAB file, hardcoding the \Windows folder as the install destination.
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:?: :idea: :!: :?:

DOH! I forgot to include the file. It's there now in the top post.

3. Use the CAB editor to replace the Splash2.nb file with your version. WinCE CAB Manager may state an "Unspecified Error" when replacing the file. Instead, delete the original file, then drag the new NB file into the CAB file, hardcoding the \Windows folder as the install destination.
well, i'm using resco file explorer. i'm choosing on my pc to send the file to windows directory. he ask's me if i wanna overwrite it, i click yes and then it's done. i'm reloading, but still qtek logo on the screen(( what am i doing wrong?
ps. i tried to use WinCE CAB Manager but i didn't figured out how to use the program....
update:
oh, i needed to use a different file...
thanks guys! well done)

my version (unfortunatelly understandble only for russian speaking users) but maybe somebody will like it)
http://zhgun.ru/pics/i/draw/jamming_.jpg
http://rapidshare.de/files/2112736/jamming.cab.html

hshortt said:
Maybe it's just me, but I've read this post here and at Howardforums and I'm clearly missing something.
I've only ever used the nb_image_converter_859_418.exe to convert "any" bmp to the Splash2.NB file.
Then I drop that into my Windows Folder and use MDA3_bootimage_changer2.cab to apply the file. (Yes I'm using a Magician with this file!)
Soft reset and that's that. No need to do any cab file editing.
Cheers
Howard
PS. I've have both tools on my pc and can repost them, but they are from this site!
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hi, can't seem to download the attachments, could you repost them?

If you don't like Bill's Stuff...

I wonder if anyone can put some help my way.....
I used the xda2 image changer before and I had custom images on my XDA2.
I use this and all I get is a black screen on startup. If I open the .nb file with the converter it shows as it should. (this same .nb works on my XDA2!)
I now have a plain black boot up screen!!
DOH!!!!
Any ideas......?
THanks

First i had the t-mobile splash... wich i didn't like.
Now, whatever bootsplash cab i make, or download here.. after running it, my bootscreen stays blank ( as in black ).
oh well... its an improvement over t-mobile pink
( or is it because i'm running an ancient rom : 1.01.00 WWE ?, only have the device for 3 days... will be upgrading this weekend tho )

Here are my 2 favourites Splashscreens.
The blue one ist for the silver Magician, the darker one is for the new O2 XDA mini (black edition).

Hi I've editted the o2 logo here's the jpg file
I tried to upload the psd so you can edit it but it doesn't work, to bad!

Step-by-step making your own splashscreen
Guys,
Simpler than this you will not find.
Goto
http://pocketpcdubai.infopop.cc/groupee/forums/a/tpc/f/582600994/m/138105069
and find everything you need to know.
It worked perfectly for me...

Excellent information, real easy to do
this is mine:

Awesome...
I saw this before, but I have just tried it... and it is really cool 8) ... it gives the device a whole new look...
thanks BTT

My way to splash changer.
Hi,
I thanks to BTT for Splash Changer how to. But it is troublesome to everytime run WinCE cab manager in order to put Splash2.nb to the .cab file.
I try to remove Splash2.nb from the .cab file (and renamed the .cab to splash_changer.cab). Afterthat, put the Splash2.nb manually to \windows on PPC. Voila....., no need to everytime run WinCE cab manager!!!!!
Process:
1. Edit .bmp file to your like (Must be 240x320 pixels, 24bit).
2. Use nb_image_converter_859_418 to convert .bmp file to .nb, and change the .nb file to Splash2.nb.
3. Put Splash2.nb file directly to your \windows on PPC. You can do activesync and explore it.
4. Put splash_changer.cab to \temp for you to easier found it.
5. Run file explorer on PPC, and tap on splash_changer.cab.
6. Done! You can check by soft reset the PPC.
Hope it is helpful!
Regards,
Arto.

can it work on normal pocket pc?
can it work on normal pocket pc? (x50v)

Re: can it work on normal pocket pc?
avi9899 said:
can it work on normal pocket pc? (x50v)
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No idea....
Regards,
Arto.

Porting T-Mobile Shadow's Chome plugin to other devices.

Hello.
I'v trying this for a couple of hours without effects.
Dumped rom, builded modules with PKGTool. Files are in OEM/Oemdrivers and SYS/Chome. It does't run by just copying. Need some way to regsvr dll files. Because Chome plugin is accesing partial plugins by GUID.
Anyone have idea?

I did the exact same thing. I haven't had any time to try anything else because I have finals next week. I'll let you know if I get anything

To all helpfull shadow users
Can some T-Mobile Shadow user backup those registry keys?
all those are in HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\
Code:
{D7B35490-A4B2-4ef4-BF8D-332C4979F14E}
{892B90CB-9806-427e-8BED-F45C6A9E576B}
{E98FBDCC-6664-4c5b-BB62-20932ED37762}
{C5A51777-B837-447d-8947-FAF3FF9D570B}
{3FD3C828-753F-48f9-BEA9-6201F64B5F58}
{06BC7E69-CE13-4028-9454-C27A32F56197}
{4F612B1A-E470-4b31-9386-AC396AEDAAF9}
{1DE8DD6B-D74D-4d2e-A8C3-72439F2B8402}
{D3303B00-DB12-4bbb-A0CD-D5DAD41E2DFC}
{634CA962-22D8-4671-BBC7-BAC47148A4B6}
{D51A48AA-1F22-4aee-A4D1-B215C504550D}
{74D7FEB8-0DA7-485a-AB4F-4D12E6338758}
{4B998C14-3801-4a8e-9B20-5DFE58B19C39}
{7B4E69B9-C032-4134-81BE-D6F360B30576}
or better just backup HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\ and send me PM - I'll sent my mail.
You can use Registry Workshop to do this.
Those keys don't contains any personal information or settings so it's safe- don't worry.
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I've recieved all CLSID from [email protected]://allshadow.com forums but still no luck...

I'll be getting my own Shadow in a couple of days. I can do the backup then. Once again, I don't have much time to do anything else because of school and a robotics team I'm on.
Nice job finding those keys!
When I tried flashing my first rom with all of the CHome plugin stuff in it, the ROM flash to the wizard stopped at 78%...

I uploaded all the plugins and .png + reg entries that seems to be used with the chome home screen. all files are here:
http://www.esnips.com/doc/14b31b95-2c8f-4ae9-a6c9-1453df7d05e6/shadow
copy all the files in Windows to Windows folder. Add all the registry entries and copy T-mobile_basic_blue to Application Data\home\ folder.

Once I've tried to put all the files to my phone, I even got all the regedits (or maybe I've missed something) and I just got a white space on my homescreen.

how do i add the registry's to my phone?? do i add them with a reg edit app??

kingroach said:
I uploaded all the plugins and .png + reg entries that seems to be used with the chome home screen. all files are here:
http://www.esnips.com/doc/14b31b95-2c8f-4ae9-a6c9-1453df7d05e6/shadow
copy all the files in Windows to Windows folder. Add all the registry entries and copy T-mobile_basic_blue to Application Data\home\ folder.
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could you post this on the ftp site? for some reason, the captcha phrase on esnips is having problems and i can't create an account. Thanks!

rafyvitto said:
how do i add the registry's to my phone?? do i add them with a reg edit app??
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You cannot normally import .reg files on smartphones. However Resco Explorer from resco.net can do that.

kingroach said:
I uploaded all the plugins and .png + reg entries that seems to be used with the chome home screen. all files are here:
http://www.esnips.com/doc/14b31b95-2c8f-4ae9-a6c9-1453df7d05e6/shadow
copy all the files in Windows to Windows folder. Add all the registry entries and copy T-mobile_basic_blue to Application Data\home\ folder.
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Have You manage to run this plugin on non shadow device?
Files are easy to extract but make it work does not.

I tried on qtek 8500. It doesn't run and after reset the device stucks. Need a hard reset to factory defaults to work again. fortunately I had a backup.

I just got my own T-Mobile Shadow and I found out that you need to have a .scheme/.home XML file that sets the plugin. I think it's called cmhome.home. Also, you need cmhomeres.dll.0409. I'm going to try adding these in to the rom...
...unless they are already there and I haven't noticed

any update.. can i have a copy of the rom u builded thx

ND4SPD said:
I just got my own T-Mobile Shadow and I found out that you need to have a .scheme/.home XML file that sets the plugin. I think it's called cmhome.home. Also, you need cmhomeres.dll.0409. I'm going to try adding these in to the rom...
...unless they are already there and I haven't noticed
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Yes we actually know that chome is part of theme, about that MUI and other many many files too.
Can You just post orginal Shadow rom.

melgurth said:
Yes we actually know that chome is part of theme, about that MUI and other many many files too.
Can You just post orginal Shadow rom.
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i got it u need it?
here u go http://rs81.rapidshare.com/files/73516772/S730_ROM_Dump__PKGTool_.rar

Can somebody upload new Shadow update to rapidshare?

I'll post it as soon as I get home. School's proxy blocks FTP upload/download and exe files.

Rom link: http://www.megaupload.com/?d=5GART6H6. Sorry I forgot to upload before

Thanks for posting the new ROM!
I had some success with the old one here:
http://s2.photobucket.com/albums/y15/GnatGoSplat/3125Shadow/
It was a complete ROM port though. I'll see about making a CAB when I have some free time.

cant wait wanted it since shadow came out...i have s620 will it work with landscape

Samsung Wizpro theme. Any ideas how to edit AdvHomePlug.dll?

Hi everyone
A few days ago i bought a Samsung C6625 (Valencia). The thing that looked nice on it was the wizpro theme and i whanted to see if i can modify it.
I finaly found a few information about it, but still i dont know where to start
Is there anione here that could take these files and see what cand be done?
If there are other information needed i would gladly give them Just tell me what to do.
The atached archive contains the dll file i found reference to in the registry. AdvHomePlug.dll and the theme xml that lead me to the registry clsid key.

What sort of modifications ur looking at?
You can use resource hacker to extract and edit the images in AdvHomePlug.dll. Those are all the interface images including the leftbar menu and the main window, contacts, wmp, etc...
All images are in PNG Format. U can extract and replace. If it is theme colors its in the voda xml file. I dont see any digital signatures on the dll and mui files you posted, how did u transfer the files? normal copy or ROMExtractor?
If you didnt do normal copy these require digital signatures before copying back, search xda how to self sign apps. Also it helps if u app unlock ur phone.

I copied the file normaly using explorer. About the modifications... I`ve seen on other samsung models the same wizpro theme but with different arangement of tabs.
And i was thinking maybe there are some mods for this like with chome just asking i dont know

Franky32 said:
I copied the file normaly using explorer. About the modifications... I`ve seen on other samsung models the same wizpro theme but with different arangement of tabs.
And i was thinking maybe there are some mods for this like with chome just asking i dont know
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I dont have the phone on me to check it, maybe tomorrow i can borrow it, I do however remember some regitry entries for playing with tabs, its been a while since i had this phone. check under HKCU\Software under mpharos or samsung.

I found those registry entries but i can only modify images for the theme. Are there any other registry entries where i can modify things like... plugins that show up, the order of those plugins, things like that?

Could you please dump the registry key HKCU\CLSID\{583AD178-223A-4bcd-AFBE-EBB50536F8BE}
for me?
I will help you with customizing the plugin!

frauhottelmann said:
Could you please dump the registry key HKCU\CLSID\{583AD178-223A-4bcd-AFBE-EBB50536F8BE}
for me?
I will help you with customizing the plugin!
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That registry key just points to dll file.
Code:
[HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{583AD178-223A-4bcd-AFBE-EBB50536F8BE}\InprocServer32]
@="AdvHomePlug.dll"
I have attached the whole Wizpro OEM package.

Is there some way tomake it available for 176x220 screen?

Spiaatie said:
That registry key just points to dll file.
Code:
[HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{583AD178-223A-4bcd-AFBE-EBB50536F8BE}\InprocServer32]
@="AdvHomePlug.dll"
I have attached the whole Wizpro OEM package.
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Would you please to let me know how to install the package into my BJ2??
Thanks

bb49986 said:
Would you please to let me know how to install the package into my BJ2??
Thanks
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id like wizpro on bj2 as well.

bb49986 said:
Would you please to let me know how to install the package into my BJ2??
Thanks
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Wizpro does not works on BJII - I have tried cooking it in ROM, but nothing happens - just a blank screen with background picture. Maybe some drivers are missing. Haven't figured it out yet.

Problems
I have a Samsung i637 phone.
I have problems with Wizpro. When I receive a sms, I can read the sms, but when I try to return to home page (wizpro), I can not see it.
After some minuts, the wizpro does not appear, and instead appear the message "Anything home screen theme was found".
I have unlock security in the phone.
I have changed to multimedia home screen, but I need use the Wizpro.
What could be cause this problem???

Hi. I am triyng wm 6.1 st on mcrsft device emulator and I would like to try samsung's C6625 original wizpro theme. I dwnld the package from previuos page and copy it both to ap data/home and /windows/. When I select touchwiz from settings/home screen(4), there is this error message "the layout U have selected cannot be loaded...etc... So, where is mistake? How to make it work?

Spiaatie said:
That registry key just points to dll file.
Code:
[HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{583AD178-223A-4bcd-AFBE-EBB50536F8BE}\InprocServer32]
@="AdvHomePlug.dll"
I have attached the whole Wizpro OEM package.
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can you or anyone else get me this reg and the .dll that goes with it? please.
HKCR\CLSID\{B89DCC0E-E871-4abc-9D2E-C35DB6008713}

from BlackJack
Code:
[HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{B89DCC0E-E871-4abc-9D2E-C35DB6008713}]
@="Demo Plugin"
[HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\CLSID\{B89DCC0E-E871-4abc-9D2E-C35DB6008713}\InProcServer32]
@="\\Windows\\uGoPlugin.dll"

Changing welcome screen :)

cant believe myself guys , PLEASE , tell me how to change my welcome screen , i've downloaded a cab named "EMSE Windows Phone animated (QVGA)S.Black" , and so what ? install or i've seen some advices to change .png or whatever in the system folder with Total Comander ... some1 guide me through the fog fast and clean ;]] and let this thread run fast downstairs...
i got the cab from some thread , and i can upload it in this one if anyone needs it ... ?

Hey LtBlue, there is something wrong with his registry settings, they not correctly setting the files on some devices, you'll need a registry editor, active sync your phone and run the reg edit from your pc and change the following:
HKLM\Software\HTC\HTCAnimation :
StartupGif - \Windows\animated.gif
HKLM\Software\Microsoft\Splash Screen :
CarriereBitmap - \windows\welcomehead**.png
MSBitmap - \windows\welcomehead**.png
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the ** means the number at the end of the name of the image, dont put "**" cos it wont work.

S200 customizations

Hey guys, i wanted to add some customizations for boot screen and icons also. Hope you like it. For boot screen, just replace this files with the ones inside the windows folder. Thanks to emse_186 for his nice work

If you want animation, use the file in below link instead of the one in the first post
http://www.4shared.com/dir/p3EzMQpP/sharing.html

i put the file from the second post in windows folder,and after restart nothing happens

Ombre1 said:
i put the file from the second post in windows folder,and after restart nothing happens
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don't just save the picture, download the file from the link above the picture and use it.

victor79 said:
don't just save the picture, download the file from the link above the picture and use it.
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yes,this is exactly what i make , but it doesnt work . "animated.gif" is in Windows folder but after restart-nothing appears

Ombre1 said:
yes,this is exactly what i make , but it doesnt work . "animated.gif" is in Windows folder but after restart-nothing appears
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Then, i think animation is disabled from registry. If you use any software for tweaking (bsb tweak, sktools etc.), you may check it if there is any option to enable boot animation.

I try with SKtools but nothing ,there is no option to on/off boot animation.maybe i need to rename the fail?!?or to install something?

I copied the animated.gif file to \Windows, and enabled animations in BSB Tweaks (I had disabled it before) but it is the standard animation that runs, not this one.
Which ROM did this animated.gif work on? Because perhaps there is a difference in how the different ROMs look for this file (I think, if it was already using animated.gif, then there should have been a prompt about overwriting the file)
/Sifaan

sifaan said:
I copied the animated.gif file to \Windows, and enabled animations in BSB Tweaks (I had disabled it before) but it is the standard animation that runs, not this one.
Which ROM did this animated.gif work on? Because perhaps there is a difference in how the different ROMs look for this file (I think, if it was already using animated.gif, then there should have been a prompt about overwriting the file)
/Sifaan
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Maybe animated.gif dont work with official roms?!?

Ombre1 said:
Maybe animated.gif dont work with official roms?!?
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I am using Arto's 2.8 21903; the default windows animation is working; but probably the file is embedded somewhere rather than being visible as animated.gif...
which ROM are you using?

3.003b.00.EN maybe this is the reason i cant use animations

I can use the animation but need to rename first. {startup480-800}. But for the first post image cannot be use because the size is wrong, should be 480x800 not 384x680

Hey guys !!!
use JWMD icon changer !
in program
menu>bonus features>change animated bootscreen

Animated bootscreen with sound
I m using this thing. It changes bootscreen to the animated WITH SOUND! (sound like Windows 7 PC logon). All thanks to the Xakep from acer - club . ru [i still can't post links, it's moderator's fail , so i used spaces here], it is his job.
Forum doesn't able to show .gif files, so u can find it here (dont forget to delete all spaces):
h t t p : / / s48 . radikal . ru / i122 / 1006 / 6a / 0cfa0d4e290e . gif