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Functions of dutty´s NBH Tool and HTC Rom Tool of dark simpson

I tried to understand the functionality and possibilities of the ROM Tools dutty´s NBH 1.1 and HTC ROM Tool of dark simpson.
The work great and are really easy to use.
I extracted successfully some different ROM components with dutty´s tool and build it together in a new way with the HTC Tool. For example i extracted a radio rom, build it in a new nbH file with HTC and flashed it to my pda - it works fine.
Questions to the profs:
Is it possible to change only the ExRom in this way, so that i can set only one extracted Extended ROM in HTC Tool (nothing else), getting a flashible rom?
For what purpose do i need the GP3 and GP4 SPLs and the IPL? I lost them blank by building the radio rom and it works.

I agree they are good tools - i use them likewise. Yes you can just flash extended rom - nb to nbh then flash.
You do not need spl ipl when flashing - in fact best leave then out - it greatly reduces the chances of bricking your device.

Thx - Hmmm !!?
In which cases do i need to put this files (GP3 SPL GP4 SPL and IPL) into the HTC Rom Tool building a new rom?
What ist real purpose? Normally i do not have to change them, but when why?
Is this the base or a part of a new bootloader or new OS architecture?

Part of the bootloader - thats why you can brick your device (has to return to manufacturer - cannot fix on the forum) if it goes wrong. An upgrade in spl ipl will possibly give a slight increase in boot time but nil else. So my advice is leave well alone. Most cooks concentrate on the os with maimach tools etc.. the tendecy now is to do little or nothing with the extended rom - and most cooks stay clear of ipl/spl upgrades.

Model number conflicts/ROM upgrade problem

I recently acquired an Artemis that was externally branded as a Dopod. Even though a new device, it contained an O2 ROM (1.25.207.1 GER) in German. I have been able to successfully change to WM5 (1.12.405.101) and WM6 (3.13.405.1), as well as WM6 O2 WM6 Premium Plus 1.0. Each time I used USPL before changing the ROM. These changes happened without a hitch.
However, when I attempt to change to a Dopod WM5 (1.25.707.2) or WM6 (3.7.707.1) ROM, I get an Invalid Model ID error message. I'm trying to understand the problem as well as any potential fix.
After a lot of time in the forums, I seem to be going in circles. I see multiple references to other unexplained Model ID problems, but no clear answer. Unfortunately, I did not check the model number while I still had the O2 ROM installed. I'm not sure if the number was ARTE200 or ARTE100, which it is right now with the HTC WM6 ROM installed.
One possible solution I found for a similar situation was a message by dtobin suggesting a re-install of the original O2 ROM and then changes to the Dopod ROMs. I'll try that tomorrow.
Can anyone suggest a different path or solution. I just have not made the connection as to why I can go back to the HTC ROMs, but not back to the Dopod.
thanks
cc

Which activesync do you use?
What kind of virusscanner/firewall is intalled?
Does an error occur while using RUU? if so which code?

seejsee:
uspl needs some patching. it will not allow any rom installation, but will allow most of them.
if you want to find out model id:
start-settings--system-device information-identity. there is ARTEXXX number.
you can also open back cover, remove a battery, there is a model on a sticker.
when you want to flash official shipped WM6 HTC ROM for the different country device (you want to change a ROM language on your device)
the solution for you is this:
0. get original shipped ROM for your device.
register your device on htc site (eClub or something..). this will alow to download rom relevant for your device (original, shipped rom). it is always a good idea to have it, in case if something will go wrong during upgrade. you will be able to go back, using original rom.
1. take a rom, which was flashed successfully on your device last time (or you can take original shipped htc rom, which you have downloaded)
2. extract files from this rom with winrar or other utility
3. locate RUU_signed.nbh file. open it in winhex editor or other hex editor tool. make a note of model id and country code.
model - offset 00000040 (example: ARTE1000), country - 000001E0 (example HTC__001). the example is for engl. rom.
4. take a rom you wish to flash (the one does not flash with uspl installed). extract this rom (same as in step 2)
you will need to make small "adjustments" in this rom.
correct country and model id to values corresponding to "last good flashed rom".
5. save changes in .nbh file.
6. flash this "corrected" rom as you normally do with ROMUpdateUtility.exe, from the directory where you have extracted files.
you can simplify process and use following values on all ROMs, when you modify your desired .NBH file:
- for the model ARTE1***
- for country code 11111111
this will work with USPL.
re: USPL must be installed prior to flashing or device must be CID unlocked.
after flashing ROM, install USPL again, because it will be overwritten by new ROM.
regards,

wm6 x htc p3300
italian?

maria1:
this is true for any htc shipped official wm6 rom.
regards,

Success!
I took the advice of fdp24 and used a hexeditor to modify the model number and country code of the .nbh file in the desired ROM to match the data from a ROM that would install.
I will also try the 11111111 approach too.
regards,
cc

another succes here, changed the value's with winhex, now I have the official english htc rom wm6 on a dutch p3300, thanks!!
ipl: 3.13.0001
spl: 3.13.0000
gsm: 02.94.90
OS: 3:13.0.0

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Hi Brothers i have a prob with this
When i try to flash my rom i get an ERROR [226] FLASH WRITE Do u know what i do false ?

Work very good.... Great job

fdp24 said:
seejsee:
uspl needs some patching. it will not allow any rom installation, but will allow most of them.
if you want to find out model id:
start-settings--system-device information-identity. there is ARTEXXX number.
you can also open back cover, remove a battery, there is a model on a sticker.
when you want to flash official shipped WM6 HTC ROM for the different country device (you want to change a ROM language on your device)
the solution for you is this:
0. get original shipped ROM for your device.
register your device on htc site (eClub or something..). this will alow to download rom relevant for your device (original, shipped rom). it is always a good idea to have it, in case if something will go wrong during upgrade. you will be able to go back, using original rom.
1. take a rom, which was flashed successfully on your device last time (or you can take original shipped htc rom, which you have downloaded)
2. extract files from this rom with winrar or other utility
3. locate RUU_signed.nbh file. open it in winhex editor or other hex editor tool. make a note of model id and country code.
model - offset 00000040 (example: ARTE10000), country - 000001E0 (example HTC__001). the example is for engl. rom.
4. take a rom you wish to flash (the one does not flash with uspl installed). extract this rom (same as in step 2)
you will need to make small "adjustments" in this rom.
correct country and model id to values corresponding to "last good flashed rom".
5. save changes in .nbh file.
6. flash this "corrected" rom as you normally do with ROMUpdateUtility.exe, from the directory where you have extracted files.
you can simplify process and use following values on all ROMs, when you modify your desired .NBH file:
- for the model ARTE1***
- for country code 11111111
this will work with USPL.
re: USPL must be installed prior to flashing or device must be CID unlocked.
after flashing ROM, install USPL again, because it will be overwritten by new ROM.
regards,
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work very good. Great job. Now I have a Portuguese Rom... Thank you

Thank for solution , work fine for 244 error too.

not sure i understand.
you have error 244 still?
regards,

Originally Posted by fdp24
seejsee:
uspl needs some patching. it will not allow any rom installation, but will allow most of them.
if you want to find out model id:
start-settings--system-device information-identity. there is ARTEXXX number.
you can also open back cover, remove a battery, there is a model on a sticker.
when you want to flash official shipped WM6 HTC ROM for the different country device (you want to change a ROM language on your device)
the solution for you is this:
0. get original shipped ROM for your device.
register your device on htc site (eClub or something..). this will alow to download rom relevant for your device (original, shipped rom). it is always a good idea to have it, in case if something will go wrong during upgrade. you will be able to go back, using original rom.
1. take a rom, which was flashed successfully on your device last time (or you can take original shipped htc rom, which you have downloaded)
2. extract files from this rom with winrar or other utility
3. locate RUU_signed.nbh file. open it in winhex editor or other hex editor tool. make a note of model id and country code.
model - offset 00000040 (example: ARTE10000), country - 000001E0 (example HTC__001). the example is for engl. rom.
4. take a rom you wish to flash (the one does not flash with uspl installed). extract this rom (same as in step 2)
you will need to make small "adjustments" in this rom.
correct country and model id to values corresponding to "last good flashed rom".
5. save changes in .nbh file.
6. flash this "corrected" rom as you normally do with ROMUpdateUtility.exe, from the directory where you have extracted files.
you can simplify process and use following values on all ROMs, when you modify your desired .NBH file:
- for the model ARTE1***
- for country code 11111111
this will work with USPL.
re: USPL must be installed prior to flashing or device must be CID unlocked.
after flashing ROM, install USPL again, because it will be overwritten by new ROM.
regards,
very very good thx

Opal Hard-SPL

well i made this a while ago, and finally got around to get it fully tested and release it.
this HardSPL is based on version 1.26 SPL. and is version 2 (2.00.cmon). also i *think* this one will not hard reset the phone
it's for any OPAL***** modelid now,
thanks to wlinsong and PhamQuang for testing
instructions:
0a) make sure you have .NET framework installed on your PC! if not, get it from http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/...fd-ae52-4e35-b531-508d977d32a6&DisplayLang=en
0b) if you have vista, WMDC update is recommended: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile/en-us/help/synchronize/device-center.mspx
1) download Hard-SPL package from attachment, extract to an empty folder (Opal_HardSPL_v2_0.zip).
2) you must have the phone synced with your PC, i.e. device must be in Windows Mobile!
3) run Opal_HardSPL_v2.exe.
4) follow steps in the RUU, and check on the device for prompts after PC shows loading bar.
5) device should go to a grey screen
6) go on with RUU, Hard-SPL flashes, device automatically reboots, job done.
7 ) to confirm you got it installed, go into bootloader mode (tricolour screen!) and verify the screen shows 2.00.cmon
+1: if the screen won't go to grey mode (SSPL), then try manually entering SSPL by using the Opal-SSPL-Manual.zip - run the EXE on the phone then when it went to grey screen, run the HardSPL exe on PC and flash.
finally, donations are always appreciated to the "To Cmonex" link in my signature
now, enjoy the hardspl and cooked roms
UPDATE: How to flash stock SPL back for warranty purposes - please use this only if you need to return device for repair!
steps:
0. first flash entire stock ROM, then after that you can flash stock SPL as *last step*. do not reverse this flashing order please
1. get the RUU_Signed.NBH file from attachment (opalstockspl126.zip (185.3 KB))
2. run hardspl package from attachment (Opal_HardSPL_v2_0.zip)
3. *after* Opal HardSPL EXE extracts files, replace extracted RUU_Signed.NBH with the one from opalstockspl126.zip i.e. when asked to overwrite, say Yes, if it doesn't ask, then you are trying to copy it before running the HardSPL EXE, which is the wrong order.
4. flash just like you flashed HardSPL (see original instructions above)
5. device reboots, you can now check if it says 1.26.0000 or still 1.26.cmon or 2.02.cmon, in the latter case you did something wrong, it has to show 1.26.0000.

Great work, thanks for CMONEX !!!

I don't fully understand what this is for, but looks important soo THANKS

lupacche said:
I don't fully understand what this is for, but looks important soo THANKS
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it's to allow you to flash any rom PhamQuang is already cooking some rom for opal i believe

OPAL10000 modelid
how do i check modelid?

FINALLY!!!!Congratulation !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

cmonex said:
well i made this a while ago, and finally got around to get it fully tested and release it.
this HardSPL is based on version 1.26 SPL.
it's for OPAL10000 modelid, if anyone has a different model, report in this thread... those should be tested out before doing anything.
thanks for wlinsong and PhamQuang for testing
instructions:
0a) make sure you have .NET framework installed on your PC! if not, get it from http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/...fd-ae52-4e35-b531-508d977d32a6&DisplayLang=en
0b) if you have vista, WMDC update is recommended: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile/en-us/help/synchronize/device-center.mspx
1) download Hard-SPL package from attachment, extract to an empty folder.
2) you must have the phone synced with your PC, i.e. device must be in Windows Mobile!
3) run Opal_HardSPL_v1.exe.
4) follow steps in the RUU, and check on the device for prompts after PC shows loading bar.
5) device should go to a grey screen
6) go on with RUU, Hard-SPL flashes, device automatically reboots, job done.
7 ) to confirm you got it installed, go into bootloader mode (tricolour screen!) and verify the screen shows 1.26.cmon
+1: if the screen won't go to grey mode (SSPL), then try manually entering SSPL by using the Opal-SSPL-Manual.zip - run the EXE on the phone then when it went to grey screen, run the HardSPL exe on PC and flash.
finally, donations are always appreciated to the "To Cmonex" link in my signature
now, enjoy the hardspl and cooked roms
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Thank for your hard working, but there's new issue occour.
When I tried to dump the hardspl, the error message appear"image file corrupted", then the work has been ceased.
If you have any idea about it, please kindly guide me!!

dpauser said:
Thank for your hard working, but there's new issue occour.
When I tried to dump the hardspl, the error message appear"image file corrupted", then the work has been ceased.
If you have any idea about it, please kindly guide me!!
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Heihei~~ Just read the guide instruction carefully, I have fixed the problem.
And currently, I flashed a HK Rom code on my device.
However, I found a new issue. The this device has Compatibility with the BT ear price. I'm using a Itech D-Clip Radio one. When the call is coming, the call will be actived.But after the call, the BT connection will disconnect.
Any one has idea about this? Thanks a lot to all.

itaychi said:
how do i check modelid?
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see bootloader screen (tricolour) it will say OPAL100 or similar... if the number is 100 then ok. if not, post in this thread
EDIT: oops, possibly for opal there is no modelid displayed there (could someone verify - i dont have an opal). use getdevinfo in mtty. but easiest is just try the spl package and if you get modelid error, post.

Hi cmonex, can you please make a HardSPL for the Touch 3G (Jade).

congratulations
hope to get fresh news on blackstone
thanks Cmonex

can it be used for htc T2223?
another question:
Can the rom upgrade file in the following link be burnt into my htc t2223?
http://www.htc.com/hk-en/SupportDownload.aspx?p_id=175&cat=2&dl_id=422

hi cmonex ! i've try ur hardspl , and i got a problem , my VIVA is hardspl now , but i try to use NBHTOOLS to dump the os.nb out of a WWE official rom and then use htc rom tools to rebuild a nbh file, but can not flash in to my viva . but i try flash that original official rom ,it works , is it my bad ? something i miss?
here is my htc rom tool setting:
[Opal]
ModelId=OPAL100**
SignMaxChunkSize=64
SPL=$200
SPLN=SPL
Splash1=$600
Splash1N=Splash
Radio=$301
RadioN=Radio
System=$400
SystemN=System
when i flash my edit rom , the ruu erro is "code 270 Updata erro the image is incorrect"

thanx alot for your hardwork

terry888_1978 said:
hi cmonex ! i've try ur hardspl , and i got a problem , my VIVA is hardspl now , but i try to use NBHTOOLS to dump the os.nb out of a WWE official rom and then use htc rom tools to rebuild a nbh file, but can not flash in to my viva . but i try flash that original official rom ,it works , is it my bad ? something i miss?
here is my htc rom tool setting:
[Opal]
ModelId=OPAL100**
SignMaxChunkSize=64
SPL=$200
SPLN=SPL
Splash1=$600
Splash1N=Splash
Radio=$301
RadioN=Radio
System=$400
SystemN=System
when i flash my edit rom , the ruu erro is "code 270 Updata erro the image is incorrect"
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flash the radio as 0x300..

dr33 said:
can it be used for htc T2223?
another question:
Can the rom upgrade file in the following link be burnt into my htc t2223?
http://www.htc.com/hk-en/SupportDownload.aspx?p_id=175&cat=2&dl_id=422
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if htc T2223 is htc viva, then yes

cmonex said:
flash the radio as 0x300..
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but i've tried flash the os only , still not work ! u means i need to add the radio into it?

Stickied.
Ta
Dave

terry888_1978 said:
hi cmonex ! i've try ur hardspl , and i got a problem , my VIVA is hardspl now , but i try to use NBHTOOLS to dump the os.nb out of a WWE official rom and then use htc rom tools to rebuild a nbh file, but can not flash in to my viva . but i try flash that original official rom ,it works , is it my bad ? something i miss?
here is my htc rom tool setting:
[Opal]
ModelId=OPAL100**
SignMaxChunkSize=64
SPL=$200
SPLN=SPL
Splash1=$600
Splash1N=Splash
Radio=$301
RadioN=Radio
System=$400
SystemN=System
when i flash my edit rom , the ruu erro is "code 270 Updata erro the image is incorrect"
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terry888_1978 said:
but i've tried flash the os only , still not work ! u means i need to add the radio into it?
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terry ,
I've got the same problem as you.
vivi

terry888_1978 said:
hi cmonex ! i've try ur hardspl , and i got a problem , my VIVA is hardspl now , but i try to use NBHTOOLS to dump the os.nb out of a WWE official rom and then use htc rom tools to rebuild a nbh file, but can not flash in to my viva . but i try flash that original official rom ,it works , is it my bad ? something i miss?
here is my htc rom tool setting:
[Opal]
ModelId=OPAL100**
SignMaxChunkSize=64
SPL=$200
SPLN=SPL
Splash1=$600
Splash1N=Splash
Radio=$301
RadioN=Radio
System=$400
SystemN=System
when i flash my edit rom , the ruu erro is "code 270 Updata erro the image is incorrect"
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%1 Get a error270,image file corrupted!!!
htcrt.ini
[Opal]
ModelId=OPAL100**
SignMaxChunkSize=1024
SPL=$200
SPLN=SPL
Splash1=$600
Splash1N=Splash
Radio=$300
RadioN=Radio
System=$400
SystemN=System

problems with 8525 Lost Radio & gms

first thing done to the phone was to use Hard-SPL-V7 then I used OS 5.2.20924 (Build 20924.1.5.0 PV DVH) Black(Full) BS V27.exe changed to Schaps_WM6Pro_WWE_3.57a_Full_28-07.exe
phone work great radio was fine for a week and lost it yesterday change back to Hard-SPL
I can't load any radio alone but loaded full roms tried RUU_Hermes_CINGULAR_WWE_2_1_.15.502.3_6275_1.40.30.00_108_Ship loads all the way but no radio

Are you sure the stock rom had a radio rom in it? If you got from here and tried it may have been a stripped rom. Try running the Shipped ROM. It may recover or may not. Radio roms are the Achille's heel of the Hermes...

hi dear Ultramag69
i have same problem with jasjam model(i dont have radio-imei-protokol)'can u help me & say what model of radio rom must i install on my devic.pleas if u know send me some web linke for downlod .
i have a puestuion too.how can i install telestra roms on device by micro sd pattern becuse that file is exe file & dont have nbh(that i need to cheng hermimg)
thanks

please help me
ultramag69 said:
Are you sure the stock rom had a radio rom in it? If you got from here and tried it may have been a stripped rom. Try running the Shipped ROM. It may recover or may not. Radio roms are the Achille's heel of the Hermes...
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hi dear Ultramag69
i have same problem with jasjam model(i dont have radio-imei-protokol)'can u help me & say what model of radio rom must i install on my devic.pleas if u know send me some web linke for downlod .
i have a puestuion too.how can i install telestra roms on device by micro sd pattern becuse that file is exe file & dont have nbh(that i need to cheng hermimg)
thanks

satriani22, right click on the .exe file . It should have the option to "extract here". This will give you all the file. I believe you will need to search through the folders to find the RUU_Wrapper.nbh file.
Copy to an sd card formated FAT32 (must be 2Gb or less) and rename to Hermimg.nbh. Put in Hermes & reset to bootloader. Follow the prompts.
YOU MUST HAVE HARD SPL INSTALLED TO DO THIS.
This is not a sure fire way to fix this problem, you may not be able to fix this...
Make sure you flash the SHIPPED STOCK ROM, not just a stock rom from anywhere.
Good Luck...

Any Idea or link where I can get the stock radio could use the help still a little lost ..

What carrier supplied the device? If it was AT&T, doo a search for the AT&T ROM. I don't know if they still have an upgrade on their site as most carriers don't support the Hermes anymore.

Radio
downloaded radio1.54.07.00 which is strip out of AT & T rom tried from computer to flash fail loaded the RUU_signed.nbh renamed it to hermimg.nbh copy to sd tried gets about a quater of the way and locks up any ideas ?

Sorry I didn't get back to you yesterday mate, bit busy.
I hate to be the bearer of bad news but it may be that you have a permanent brick on your hands....
The radio rom is the number 1 cause of permanent bricks. If the memory area of the radio is corrupted then its impossible to fix. I have yet to see ANYONE say that they have permanently recovered the radio rom successfully.

help me to save my herald

When i put on my Herald stop in bootloader.....
When i try to flash from SD, my Herald says:
-----
Checking SD Contents
Invalid Certificate
Press Any key to continue
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What happened?
how to solve?
I can not even with RUU
ilp 1.08.0001
spl 1.08.0001
Help me!!!

1.Connect the pc and download original rom.
2.Run RUU on your pc and flashig phone
other
1. download original rom
2. unpack the original shipped rom (winrar)
3. extracking ruu_signed.nbh
4. rename ruu_signed.nbh to heraimg.nbh
5. format storage card winth fat32
6. copy heraimg.nbh
7. insert the card in pda and run in bootloader mode

I have a few things for you to consider. The first is your IPL and SPL numbers. Your numbers are 1.08.xxxx You should start by searching for a safe method for flashing your phone based on such a low IPL (if there even is a method). From what I understand, in order to flash these custom roms you MUST be HardSPL'd.
Click here for PDF instructions
If you do not have an IPL of 4.xx.xxxx or higher then you cannot HardSPL your herald.
I assume that because you are not HardSPL'd with the security fix not in place you are unable to flash anything other than a stock rom. My suggestion is to look for an OEM or stock rom update that can hopefully get you to a higher IPL/SPL number. I know that my service provider (t-mobile) has a download available for the wing so look into that first.
Hopefully another member can clarify if you can or cannot flash a custom rom with an IPL as low as yours. I hope this helps in some way. Good luck.
-Dan

I just sorted my phone
hi,
if you haven't fixed your issue yet,
the best way is to have a good read of the two discussions i've given below. both require you to have a working windows mobile device. it could even be a PDA.
using which u need to create a goldcard.
i suggest you use the qmat method as described in this post
forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=3224093&postcount=100
either ways, read the forums fully, then see what you can do. one of these will work for sure, once you get the gold card created, u can load any rom, the original or even a higher one from htc herald.
the urls u need to review are
forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=417930
forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=572683
this will help you get your phone back... if its loading into bootloader, it means ur phone can still be saved.
ps copy and paste the above links