[SIZE=+3]Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Miro, Tipo (Dual) and J[/SIZE]
[SIZE=+2]Xperia Miro, Tipo (Dual), and J[/SIZE]
[SIZE=+1]This a short list of frequently asked questions in this device forum and the answers often given as a response. It should serve as a starting point for gathering knowledge and finding solutions to many common problems. Please only post in this thread with feedback on how to improve this document. Do not post "Thank you" type responses. If you have additional questions or require more help, try to find an existing thread or create your own. Do not use this as a general help thread.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=+1]Q1: Why isn't Flashtool working?[/SIZE]If you are getting an error message about the header of your ftf, then you will need to copy loader.sin into your ftf file before flashing. Make sure that the drivers for your device are loaded and that you wait for Flashtool to ask you to connect your device. Your device should be in msc mode and USB debugging needs to be on. There is a thread dedicated to issues with flashing here.
[SIZE=+1]Q2: How do I root my device?[/SIZE]Rooting is usually done by applying an exploit or sometimes it can be done with Flashtool. Rooting can be a little bit confusing because not every version of Firmware is vulnerable to the same exploits, so some rooting strategies require changing the Firmware as part of the rooting process. It is probably best to consult one of the rooting guides for your device. For example: here or here
[SIZE=+1]Q3: How do I unlock the bootloader?[/SIZE]Unlocking the bootloader is essential if you want to use custom kernels. After unlocking the bootloader you will have to use Flashtool to update your device because PC Companion and SUS won't recognize your device, unless you relock your bootloader. You can use either the Official Sony Unlocking method or SE Tool to unlock your bootloader. See the guide here
[SIZE=+1]Q4: Will --fill in the blank-- work on the Dual?[/SIZE]If it doesn't explicity say that it works on the Dual, it probably doesn't. Make sure to read the OP carefully and have a recovery strategy in place, for example a recent nandroid back up, just in case.
[SIZE=+1]Q5: What is the best ROM or kernel?[/SIZE]This is probably NOT a good question to be asking. Asking this question will most likely get you made fun of, and since it is against the rules, your thread or post will most likely be deleted. The best ROM or kernel will depend on how you use your device and what you are hoping to get out of it. So, only you can answer this question, have a little bit of fun testing different ROMs and kernels and then pick the set up that works the best for you.
[SIZE=+1]Q6: Where is everybody? Why am I so alone?[/SIZE]lol, don't worry, sometimes it takes a little bit of time before Development of a device takes off. It is already clear that this is going to be a vibrant place for Development.
[SIZE=+1]Q7: Where can I get more information? What if I don't see my question here?[/SIZE]The search functions in xda are pretty powerful and they will help you find what you are looking for. They can usually be found at the top of all the forums and the "Search this Forum" box usually does a good job narrowing your search down. There is a good index/all-in-one guide in the Development section: here and a "Help for any topic" thread here Make use of them!
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Tipo kernel flash
Thnking about buying an xperia tipo,
just wantd to know whether i can flash kernel from the phone itself in tipo? (does it have a dedicated recovery partition?)
thanks in advance.
mnishamk said:
Thnking about buying an xperia tipo,
just wantd to know whether i can flash kernel from the phone itself in tipo? (does it have a dedicated recovery partition?)
thanks in advance.
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No, all xperia phones have no recovery partitions, but it's easy to enter flashmode and fastboot mode, and using flashtool software on pc, you can fastboot kernel, flash roms etc.
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do i need to unlock my bootloader before flashing stock rom through flashtool.
i am on .27 firmware and i wanna downgrade it to .22 so do i need to unlock my bootloader to install it through flashtool.
shubhamanand141 said:
i am on .27 firmware and i wanna downgrade it to .22 so do i need to unlock my bootloader to install it through flashtool.
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No.
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Hey.
I bought TIPO DUAL have two SIM card put into it the next time the phone will restart.
Please Please Help
Guys please help me.... I'm using Xperia J Jelly Bean.... I dont know what the trouble on my phone.... After off the phone and on agin my phone can not scan my media.... I'm flash again withhout flashtool but not helping.... :crying:I really do not know what should I do to music and pictures on my hp can be normal again....
Please help me.....
Sorry for my bad english....
So I'm on Vengeance 1.40 Stock JB and I can't enter into recovery 'cuz after pressing volume buttons no led is glowing up.
androidnerd2 said:
So I'm on Vengeance 1.40 Stock JB and I can't enter into recovery 'cuz after pressing volume buttons no led is glowing up.
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was it working previously??
did u format /system?
what actually happened?
Hi,
I'm an Xperia tipo dual user, with current build number 11.0.A.6.5 updated using Sony PC companion. I just want to ask, does the tipo dual have physical RAM of 512 MB? That's what I thought before, because when I checked my Ram it only has a total of 404MB, wheres the other 100+MB? I'm very disappointed.pls.help. :|
Hi
how can i install CWM on XPERIA E / Edual?
hiii guys i tried to flash cm10 n then flah z fusion but after installing it stuck z fusion animation wat i do tel me
Question re custom Roms for xperia J
@ mods: If my query is not at the right place, kindly move it to it's appropriate location.
I am thinking of buying a xperia J in India. Are there any custom Roms which have call recording enabled for this particular phone? I have tried to use the search feature on Xda prior to posting this query and have also tried a google search for xda and freexperia but have not found any pointed answers.
Thanks in advance to anyone who can help me resolve this query.
Regards
I'm stupid
Hi!
First of, im not that bright as you will see:
What i've done on my miro is, well i had cwm and the gimlo custom rom, everything worked nice except my sound (it worked for a couple of days and then just stopped), as I wasn't sure if it was a hardware problem i tried to reflash the rom, and here comes the problem.
As I booted into cwm I did a system format so I can properly re-flash the rom, and as gitsy as I am i just pressed reboot phone now instead of flashing the rom first.
Now I can't get to recovery and I can't get it past the sony logo on boot. How do I fix this problem?
EDIT: Fixed! I got it to flashmode (plug in and hold the vol-) and flashed the original firmware via flashtool! Will keep the post if someone has the same problem. Feel free to ask a question or two if you need help from me ..aand not to forget, my sound works again!
priyam667 said:
hiii guys i tried to flash cm10 n then flah z fusion but after installing it stuck z fusion animation wat i do tel me
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r u able to enter into recovery?
if not try to flash stock ftf from flashtools
I lost by loudspeaker in calls when installed Cyanogen mod. Is there any app for fixing this ? Thanks
Phone: Xperia Miro
Kernel: Vengance
Mod: Cyanogen mod 10 FXP220
iiigeorgievi said:
I lost by loudspeaker in calls when installed Cyanogen mod. Is there any app for fixing this ? Thanks
Phone: Xperia Miro
Kernel: Vengance
Mod: Cyanogen mod 10 FXP220
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you use vengeance with cm10 ? I thought it was for ics....anyways thats a bug which is still not fixed
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Is there a clockwork rom for tipo dual with gsm support yet? Last time i flashed it had no gsm support (fxp222).
Or where can i find such info?
Hi!
Devs Can you help?
I would like info on how you could create a locked bootloader cwm recovery for the xperia e, I am sure this is possible as it has been done and If no one wants to do it can some one atleast give me instrutions or tips on where to start!
Thanks!
I too searched very much but found nothing..
this available for Xperia J. i think someone need to build it for E
Hi All im hopeing somebody can help me out with my SONY XPERIA L im sick of all the bugs in my stock rom its doing my head in rebooting when it wants to and doing what it likes i would like to flash a custom rom to my phone but im unsure if it can even be done as my bootloader is locked and says i can not unlock it i did read somewhere that it can be done but never said how it was done :/ it would be a big big help if somebody could tell me how to do it it
Nayb1990 said:
Hi All im hopeing somebody can help me out with my SONY XPERIA L im sick of all the bugs in my stock rom its doing my head in rebooting when it wants to and doing what it likes i would like to flash a custom rom to my phone but im unsure if it can even be done as my bootloader is locked and says i can not unlock it i did read somewhere that it can be done but never said how it was done :/ it would be a big big help if somebody could tell me how to do it it
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there are some roms you can install on locked bootloader. Only for jellybean. Head over to the development section and you will find some.
Best of luck
Hit thanks if it helped
abhi007.john said:
there are some roms you can install on locked bootloader. Only for jellybean. Head over to the development section and you will find some.
Best of luck
Hit thanks if it helped
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hi mate im running 4.2.2 do you know how i would install one ?
Nayb1990 said:
hi mate im running 4.2.2 do you know how i would install one ?
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that depends on the rom itself.
The developers have posted all the instructions along with the requirements.
Just search for your rom and you'll find all the instructions you need to follow.
Best of luck
Hit thanks if it helped
Nayb1990 said:
Hi All im hopeing somebody can help me out with my SONY XPERIA L im sick of all the bugs in my stock rom its doing my head in rebooting when it wants to and doing what it likes i would like to flash a custom rom to my phone but im unsure if it can even be done as my bootloader is locked and says i can not unlock it i did read somewhere that it can be done but never said how it was done :/ it would be a big big help if somebody could tell me how to do it it
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for locked bootloader
you can install 4.2.2 rom only
here is the link
1- http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-l/development/rom-mod-slimmybeanjb-testing-t2847526
2- http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-l/development/rom-dextrodroid-v3-0-t2598697
majority of stocks bugs are fixed in this rom..
hit thanks if i helped you
so I have Xperia M2 D2303 I've try to search TWRP recovery for my phone but I haven't found any if anyone knows a TWRP recovery for Xperia M2 D2303 please send me the link if you're kind enough and sorry im newbie to these kind of things im really sorry >_< bai bai.
EDIT:
I already found one
i have one
Anomashie said:
so I have Xperia M2 D2303 I've try to search TWRP recovery for my phone but I haven't found any if anyone knows a TWRP recovery for Xperia M2 D2303 please send me the link if you're kind enough and sorry im newbie to these kind of things im really sorry >_< bai bai.
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I already found one
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i have RECOVERY-TWRP-2.8.7.0-D230X_D240X-UPDATED-THEME but i can't publish the link
KeneNello said:
i have RECOVERY-TWRP-2.8.7.0-D230X_D240X-UPDATED-THEME but i can't publish the link
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That recovery doesn't work result hard brick but I managed to fix it via Flashboot and I found one that really work it's from F kernel
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3252807
I bought the Sony Xperia XA1, and noticed that since it's a relatively new phone there is no TWRP available for it, but I'd like to learn how to create a TWRP for the XA1. Where do I begin?
diosdetiempo said:
I bought the Sony Xperia XA1, and noticed that since it's a relatively new phone there is no TWRP available for it, but I'd like to learn how to create a TWRP for the XA1. Where do I begin?
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Well, there is not a specific guide for you to follow, you'll still have to do some researching and troubleshooting to get everything right, but this thread should get you started.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1943625
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diosdetiempo said:
I bought the Sony Xperia XA1, and noticed that since it's a relatively new phone there is no TWRP available for it, but I'd like to learn how to create a TWRP for the XA1. Where do I begin?
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Hi
Can you create TWRP for Xperia XA1 ?
If you still have your XA1 and find the way to create TWRP , please share with us