[Q] Signals Issue - Looking for Reasons and Solution - HTC Sensation

I am recently shifted from MyTouch4G to Sensation4G and performed all preliminary steps i.e. S-OFF, Rooting and Super CIDing.
While searching for ROMs to flash.. i saw that my device's firmware also needs to be upgraded.. so i did a little search and flashed 3.33 universal from Kohr-Ah's thread (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1459767)
Now i am facing couple of problems..
1. First i installed DarkForest which required 3.33 however it wasnt booting up so i trashed it and flashed Team Venom's Viper which booted up pretty well and started using it. Anyone can tell me why darkforest wasnt booting up ?
2. I usually dont get very good network reception on ground floor at my home still Mytouch4g never lost signals but since i have moved to Sensation4g, signals' reception is very dodgy on the ground floor.. it comes and goes.. Can anyone help me by suggesting the best radio/ril for my handset or give me couple of suggestions so that i can hit and trial.. PFB my current radio/ril
RIL - 4.0.0037HMQ [2]
RADIO - 11.76A.3504.00P_11.24A.3504.31_M
Looking forward for input...

Hi there. With radio and ril it's very difficult to give a recommendation because we all live in different reception areas. But you can start with the generic Ics radios and rils and do some experimenting and see which gives you the best signal. Read the radios carefully and make sure their Ics and for your country. I also upgraded my radio and the generic Ics worked well. Let me give you the link for the radio and rils. Hope this helps out. Best wishes. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1202867 scroll down. And you will find the links to radio and rils. After you read.
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kamisheikh said:
I am recently shifted from MyTouch4G to Sensation4G and performed all preliminary steps i.e. S-OFF, Rooting and Super CIDing.
While searching for ROMs to flash.. i saw that my device's firmware also needs to be upgraded.. so i did a little search and flashed 3.33 universal from Kohr-Ah's thread (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1459767)
Now i am facing couple of problems..
1. First i installed DarkForest which required 3.33 however it wasnt booting up so i trashed it and flashed Team Venom's Viper which booted up pretty well and started using it. Anyone can tell me why darkforest wasnt booting up ?
2. I usually dont get very good network reception on ground floor at my home still Mytouch4g never lost signals but since i have moved to Sensation4g, signals' reception is very dodgy on the ground floor.. it comes and goes.. Can anyone help me by suggesting the best radio/ril for my handset or give me couple of suggestions so that i can hit and trial.. PFB my current radio/ril
RIL - 4.0.0037HMQ [2]
RADIO - 11.76A.3504.00P_11.24A.3504.31_M
Looking forward for input...
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I don't have a very good reception either. It's much worse than my iPhone. I have tried everything, from changing ROMs to kernels, radios, rils. Nothing changed. So my conclusion was that the Sensation has an awful reception and there is nothing you can do about it. Just live with it

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Hi,
"GetRil" from the market may help you to find the best radio/ril combination.

I changed my radio and ril and I have five bars on H reception. It's really good. So no, not everyone has really bad reception. Mines much better than it used to be with new radio and ril. Hopefully you also will get positive results!
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realsis said:
I changed my radio and ril and I have five bars on H reception. It's really good. So no, not everyone has really bad reception. Mines much better than it used to be with new radio and ril. Hopefully you also will get positive results!
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which radio/ril are you using ??

kamisheikh said:
which radio/ril are you using ??
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Hi,
Use "GetRil" from the market.
It will tell you the best combination for you.
Unless you live in the same place as realsis,then, his combination will not necessarily work on your phone.

malybru said:
Hi,
Use "GetRil" from the market.
It will tell you the best combination for you.
Unless you live in the same place as realsis,then, his combination will not necessarily work on your phone.
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it just shows that RIL & Basement is matching...

anyone?

hi unfortunately i can't suggest a combo for you due to the areas we live in are different but i can help with a place to start. I'm going to send a link for generic ICS radio and rils. on link please read instructions carefully and scroll down then look carefully and you will find the ics radios and rils link. try out a few and see if it helps. i was lucky, the first one i tried worked for me. also keep your old radio number so if you want to return to it you know what it was and can find it. you will flash the ril like a rom, however radio must be flashed differently. place the pg58img file at root of sd card. pull battery, put battery back in, press volume down and power, when it boots into boot loader it will recognise the pg58img file and ask to update. press power for yes. once the update is finished you MUST delete the pg58img file from sd card or in boot loader it will continue to try to update over and over. so make sure you delete it. Hope this helps. here is a link to radios and rils. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1202867
hope this is helpful for you.
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Where can I find latest radio?

I have read that the updated radio improves reception signals and thus battery life, but I can't find any links to it.
Would someone be kind enough to post me a flashable file with just the radio please.
Thanks in advance.
Here:PG88IMG-OLD-RADIO-20.28b.30.0805U_38.03.02.11.zip zipped by LoveBoatCaptain
Thanks, my handset came with radio # ending with 38.03.02.14M and am now upgrade to 3805.04.02.01M.
Again found in loveboatcaptain thread, took a lot of searching.
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MasterDL said:
Thanks, my handset came with radio # ending with 38.03.02.14M and am now upgrade to 3805.04.02.01M.
Again found in loveboatcaptain thread, took a lot of searching.
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Hi! May I asked where you found the latest radio? maybe post some links.. thanks..
Ooh my took a lot of effort to find. Here I upload the file;
http://db.tt/xvGZXM5
After downloading copy to sdcard root and rename to PG88IMG.zip and confirm flash in hboot (not fastboot).
Haven't really seen any signal improvements, be sure have your original radio to hand before flash just in case you want to revert to original radio ok, up to you.
Edit found source, it is in loveboatcaptain Rom thread in the development forum just click in the download link on the first post. His Rom has many goodies added so all credits to him.
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Thanks for the info.. But just quick questions:
1. Can I upgrade my radio ONLY?
2. Can I do this if my phone is S-ON? (Because mine is.. )
The reason I want to do this is because I'm a having a hard time having reception from my carrier on areas IN the house where previous phones(a lot, mostly Nokia's) doesn't have any problems with it. This made me think that the problem is still not in my SIM but on the radio of the device. And it shouldn't have problems with it as the SIM card is only about 2 years old. Maybe a software problem?
Thanks for all the help, am still a noob on Android stuffs, and only 3rd day of having my HTC Desire S. And already loving it except with the radio problem.
If I may add: when I turn on my Wi-Fi, my reception will really be having a hard time getting any, twice as difficult maybe. Is this normal? or should I bring this back to HTC?
P.S.
I've already know about the problem with Wi-Fi "death-grip", and mine has it.
Thanks again..
MasterDL said:
Ooh my took a lot of effort to find. Here I upload the file;
After downloading copy to sdcard root and rename to PG88IMG.zip and confirm flash in hboot (not fastboot).
Haven't really seen any signal improvements, be sure have your original radio to hand before flash just in case you want to revert to original radio ok, up to you.
Edit found source, it is in loveboatcaptain Rom thread in the development forum just click in the download link on the first post. His Rom has many goodies added so all credits to him.
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Hi skanob
Yes this file will only write the radio but not sure if will work on s-on phone. Like I said I haven't noticed any better quality reception either, I always blamed the design flaw in this.
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Thanks for the reply..
Yup, I was quite shocked when I read on one of the manuals that came w/ the phone that the radio is placed on the bottom of the phone, where you usually hold the phone. (opposite where the wifi hardware is). Which is quite disappointing. It seems their telling us to use the phone (calling and sms, maybe network internet) without holding your phone the "usual" way.
MasterDL said:
Hi skanob
Yes this file will only write the radio but not sure if will work on s-on phone. Like I said I haven't noticed any better quality reception either, I always blamed the design flaw in this.
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Does somebody know anything about the differences of these different Radio version?
Wrapp

htc desire hd radio with htc inspire 4g?

can someone knows if i can use a htc desire HD radio with my Htc inspire 4G??
thanks in advanced
Facepalm
You do realize there is an entire freaking thread on this exact thing in dev section?
Sent from my Inspire 4G
Pirateghost said:
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You do realize there is an entire freaking thread on this exact thing in dev section?
Sent from my Inspire 4G
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yeah i know that is one thread about radios but my many of the radios that are in the desire HD section are not in the inspire 4G sections and that is what i am asking... if those radios that are not in the radio inspire 4g section could be used with my inspire?
Short answer: maybe.
The whole point of the Inspire radio thread was to confirm which of the many possible radios available for the inspire/DHD can be confirmed to work specifically with the Inspire.
Any word on whether or not the new radio 12.59.60.26U_26.11.04.21_M for the DHD works on the inspire yet? The radio thread hasnt been updated yet.
EDIT: Nevermind, the thread has been updated now and the radio works flawlessly.
I have yet to see a problem with any DHD radio on my Inspire4g. It's android man. As long as you are flashing it the safe way with a zip file through HBOOT and not engie s-off through fastboot there really isn't much that can go wrong. Try it, see if it works for you, if it doesn't then flash something else.
dmobile1337 said:
I have yet to see a problem with any DHD radio on my Inspire4g. It's android man. As long as you are flashing it the safe way with a zip file through HBOOT and not engie s-off through fastboot there really isn't much that can go wrong. Try it, see if it works for you, if it doesn't then flash something else.
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This is not correct, things can still go wrong even when flashing the safe way. That is why none of the developers or modders will claim responsibility if the end user breaks something.
I believe I said "there isn't much that can go wrong" not "IT'S TOTALLY SAFE!"
I would consider a bricked phone more than "a little going wrong". It is a possibility, and it shouldn't be downplayed or taken lightly.
How can I determine the version of radio that is currently installed? I tried the HBOOT method with the Radio_12.54.60.25_26.09.04.11_M2.zip file and I am not sure it worked, because my Inspire 4G seems to just be an Inspire now... I don't get 4G connects any more.
michaelnel said:
How can I determine the version of radio that is currently installed? I tried the HBOOT method with the Radio_12.54.60.25_26.09.04.11_M2.zip file and I am not sure it worked, because my Inspire 4G seems to just be an Inspire now... I don't get 4G connects any more.
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Try this. http://db.tt/05R5UX9 I found it somewhere...
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If you installed a custom ROM that is not based on the inspire you will not see the H+ anymore. Does not mean you are not getting the same connection.
To see your radio version just go to settings > about phone > software information and it is listed in the Baseband version.

You having problems with the data signal after making ROOT and S-OFF???

Researching and reading some homeowner concerns of htc sensation, I have observed that a large number of users after making root and s-off a large majority are having problems with the responsiveness of the data signal on the phone, even do not know that usually this problem if the custom ROM or made S-OFF, so if we know the problem is there, if you have the same problem post your complaints here.
people forget to match up radio versions and corresponding rils. i haven't had any issues with the properly matches rils/radios.
RussianBear said:
people forget to match up radio versions and corresponding rils. i haven't had any issues with the properly matches rils/radios.
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Noob here, i just want to ask how to check if i have matching radio and rils, i have flashed the arhd 4.1.4 on my phone and the radio that matches with the rom. I tried going back and forth to different arhd versions and i still ended up with unstable signal mainly on my carrier, wifi and data is fairly good. any tips and tricks u could share with me to fix this problem.. thanks in advance
jhobert said:
Noob here, i just want to ask how to check if i have matching radio and rils, i have flashed the arhd 4.1.4 on my phone and the radio that matches with the rom. I tried going back and forth to different arhd versions and i still ended up with unstable signal mainly on my carrier, wifi and data is fairly good. any tips and tricks u could share with me to fix this problem.. thanks in advance
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Here's what you want, but I tell you that I tried everything and still does not solve this problem, I combined the radio and RIIL and versions anyway and I have not been able to solve this problem
wallendiaz said:
Here's what you want, but I tell you that I tried everything and still does not solve this problem, I combined the radio and RIIL and versions anyway and I have not been able to solve this problem
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So your still stuck with the same problem as me? Or did you just go back to out of the box stock Rom? I was thinking of just go with the stock, since I've been having problems mainly on signal issues after I flashed arhd and I can't stand having to turn airplane mode on and off everytime to gain signal.
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wallendiaz said:
Researching and reading some homeowner concerns of htc sensation, I have observed that a large number of users after making root and s-off a large majority are having problems with the responsiveness of the data signal on the phone, even do not know that usually this problem if the custom ROM or made S-OFF, so if we know the problem is there, if you have the same problem post your complaints here.
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Root and a off don't relate to signal, but what you flash after that does. Easiest solution is to use the same radio and ril combo as was included stock, whichever ROM you're using. Newer radios can give some improvements, but also can cause issues
bobbymokie said:
Root and a off don't relate to signal, but what you flash after that does. Easiest solution is to use the same radio and ril combo as was included stock, whichever ROM you're using. Newer radios can give some improvements, but also can cause issues
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Meaning the radio that comes with the out of the box stock , radio that comes with the phone when I first got it?
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jhobert said:
Meaning the radio that comes with the out of the box stock , radio that comes with the phone when I first got it?
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I forget which was the radio I had my phone when I was stock, but I will install the 2 stock rom Asian version and then see what works best for me, my phone is the international version with unlock factory...... HTC Sensation Z710e Asian.
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Im starting a thread after my 8 post probation regarding antenna location, I have had a problem with signal since i got this phone. my galaxyS i9000 has 2 bars more always

[Q] HTC sensation no signal

Hi everyone , i've bought a secondhand HTC sensation recently , then found out it was rooted, it was running under android gingerbread , so i've unrooted it to update to ICS . but since then my signal keeps getting lost . so i rooted the phone again , and got HTC revolution HD , same problem encountered . please someone can help ? TT
Have you tried changing your radio and ril files? Start with the generic ics radio and ril. I'll give you link. Please read the instructions carefully. Also I believe you must be s off to do this. I had signal problems and changed my radio and ril and it's been good ever since. Here is link. Again read instructions carefully.hope this helps http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1202867
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realsis said:
Have you tried changing your radio and ril files? Start with the generic ics radio and ril. I'll give you link. Please read the instructions carefully. Also I believe you must be s off to do this. I had signal problems and changed my radio and ril and it's been good ever since. Here is link. Again read instructions carefully.hope this helps http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1202867
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Thank you very much , i actually never ever did that to any phone of mine but i'll try this =)
lina_b said:
Thank you very much , i actually never ever did that to any phone of mine but i'll try this =)
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Were you able to solve that signal issue ? i am facing same signal problem

[Q] Need Help with signal. Radio Update?

Hello, Firstly Im new to XDA, I have looked around but cant find this question, But my apologies if its already been asked.
Im fairly new to the whole flashing android scene, Ive done it a few times to get the latest and greatest OS but thats about it.
Im currently running SuperXE build5 with clockworkMod recovery.
Everything is running brilliantly except I have very very low signal, I have always had bad signal where I live, but its usually sorted by just walkiing outside, But not with jellybean :L
Its a real struggle to find signal anywhere on my property now, and It got me thinking, My sensation is overclocked to 1.5GHz ondemand govenor (192min 1500max) and I figured that almost every part can be overclocked or boosted in some way by clever people who develop mods
I dont mind if it drains battery more by putting more power to the antenna, as long as I get signal lol, can anybody help with this?
If youve done it before with this or any other phone how was the overall experience and did you get much of a boost in signal?
Thank you in advance to anyone who can help, With care, Bizla.
Bizla said:
Hello, Firstly Im new to XDA, I have looked around but cant find this question, But my apologies if its already been asked.
Im fairly new to the whole flashing android scene, Ive done it a few times to get the latest and greatest OS but thats about it.
Im currently running SuperXE build5 with clockworkMod recovery.
Everything is running brilliantly except I have very very low signal, I have always had bad signal where I live, but its usually sorted by just walkiing outside, But not with jellybean :L
Its a real struggle to find signal anywhere on my property now, and It got me thinking, My sensation is overclocked to 1.5GHz ondemand govenor (192min 1500max) and I figured that almost every part can be overclocked or boosted in some way by clever people who develop mods
I dont mind if it drains battery more by putting more power to the antenna, as long as I get signal lol, can anybody help with this?
If youve done it before with this or any other phone how was the overall experience and did you get much of a boost in signal?
Thank you in advance to anyone who can help, With care, Bizla.
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Hi,
Are you s-off?
What firmware,hboot,radio do you have?
Is this problem recent,or have you had this with all phones/ROMS?
malybru said:
Hi,
Are you s-off?
What firmware,hboot,radio do you have?
Is this problem recent,or have you had this with all phones/ROMS?
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Im not S-off, But I am rooted, Hboot is 1.27, I dont know about the others, where would I find them?
I have had the problem with low signal since I got this phone, It doesnt seem to be as strong as My previous htc magic with reception, Ive been running jelly bean for 2 days now, I also had very bad signal in stock ICS and android revolution HD.
thanks, Bizla.
Bizla said:
Im not S-off, But I am rooted, Hboot is 1.27, I dont know about the others, where would I find them?
I have had the problem with low signal since I got this phone, It doesnt seem to be as strong as My previous htc magic with reception, Ive been running jelly bean for 2 days now, I also had very bad signal in stock ICS and android revolution HD.
thanks, Bizla.
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Hi,
If you are s-on,then,you cannot change the radio or firmware.
I am not sure if you are able to change the ril.
It is worth a try.
Go to market,and get "Getril".
This will show if you have the best radio/ril combination,or show what might improve it.
Try it.
If not you would have to consider s-offing and changing the radio.
malybru said:
Hi,
If you are s-on,then,you cannot change the radio or firmware.
I am not sure if you are able to change the ril.
It is worth a try.
Go to market,and get "Getril".
This will show if you have the best radio/ril combination,or show what might improve it.
Try it.
If not you would have to consider s-offing and changing the radio.
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thank you very much, im installing the app right now, I'll let you know back here if it works, If not Then I will continue my quest for signal haha, I have found that its very difficult to get S-off with Hboot 1.27 as I cant use revolutionary to do it :S
Bizla.
p.s, It has came back with RIL/Baseband doesnt match, and yet it shows the recommended baseband as an older one that I currently have, but i'll download and install anyway and see how it does
Bizla said:
thank you very much, im installing the app right now, I'll let you know back here if it works, If not Then I will continue my quest for signal haha, I have found that its very difficult to get S-off with Hboot 1.27 as I cant use revolutionary to do it :S
Bizla.
p.s, It has came back with RIL/Baseband doesnt match, and yet it shows the recommended baseband as an older one that I currently have, but i'll download and install anyway and see how it does
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Hi,
Baseband is radio.
You cannot install it with s-on.
You might brick trying it.
S-off is achievable for you.
Look HERE
malybru said:
Hi,
Baseband is radio.
You cannot install it with s-on.
You might brick trying it.
S-off is achievable for you.
Look HERE
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Well somehow it worked (its now showing my baseband number as the recommended one) and I have 3 bars of signal xD before I have 0 bars on a good day ahha, I cant thank you enough malybru

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