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[ROM] Minimalist 3.2.1 - Multilang, External Drive RW, Keyboard fix, Ad-Hoc WiFi etc.

Minimalist 3.2.1 ROM.
Built on custom modified Tiamat Xoom 2.1 ROM and HoneyVillain 2.5 kernel. No screenshots available. Just imagine or look up what the Xoom's UI looks like.
Download the ROM here.
Instead of doing a mega-patch, I've just decided to upload the numerous enhancements and fixes as an entire new ROM.
Kernel sources will be available here - https://github.com/anarchron/Iconia_a500_3.1

Thank you for posting a new rom, though a more detailed guide of what is included/not and some screen shots would be excellent. Thank you.

What is this based on? Stock Asus?
EDIT: But also, thankyou for putting in the effort!

Just wondering, since you didn't mention it in detail in the first post.
Did you include honeyvillain 2.5 kernel?

Stock Xoom 3.2 with modified HoneyVillain kernel.

any chance of some screen shots?
also, what apps are included/excluded?
thank you.

ROM is working very well here, thank you for the effort you've put in.
I decided to be a bit cheeky and see if it would work upgrading from HoneyVillain (3.1 Acer base) without a data wipe, and it worked fine. If I come across any issues though I'll be sure to wipe before complaining.

Downloading......seems very interesting specially the fix of the portrait mode....
Thanks
Enviado desde mi A500 usando XDA Premium App

First feedback - will it work with Richardtrip's stock 2.5 kernel without your modifications? And if not - could you enable overclocking in your kernel? You've got it set to a maximum of 1ghz it seems.

What about 3g support ?
Sent from my A500 using Tapatalk

how is the audio laud in this rom..? i like the acer one for the good audio...
thanx

themono said:
First feedback - will it work with Richardtrip's stock 2.5 kernel without your modifications? And if not - could you enable overclocking in your kernel? You've got it set to a maximum of 1ghz it seems.
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It won't work on the stock kernel. I made a mistake earlier and left out the over clocking function. I'm currently rebuilding the kernel and preparing a patch to enable overclocking.
To fully comply with GPL stuff, I will be forking the HoneyVillain kernel source sometime later this week. I have yet to figure out the subtleties of github.

themono said:
First feedback - will it work with Richardtrip's stock 2.5 kernel without your modifications? And if not - could you enable overclocking in your kernel? You've got it set to a maximum of 1ghz it seems.
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Patch for that is now available.

Backing up now.
Gonna take a look.
My thanks button don't work anymore
But thanks

Can someone test 3G dongle and report back ??

anstelios said:
Can someone test 3G dongle and report back ??
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This is WiFi-only.

does rotation switch work?

@dr1337
just flashed ... seems to be most stable 3.2 for now ...
will try some apps and stuff to see if it will be still stable
well ...
i have one request: can u offer a patch to bring back german language?

Google Account Sign-In
I keep getting a 'Google Account sign-in failure' when I try to set up my gmail account. I've performed a full wipe and initially I flashed the rom and then I immediately flashed the oc patch. On the second attempt I wiped again and just installed the rom and both times I get the same error. Any help would be great!

Disregard that last message, it seems to be working now. Odd...

Need Help to get ROM for A501 3G

Hallo,
where can I download the original Acer HC 3.0.1 or better the new HC 3.2 for the A501 3G (German).
I need it to reinstall the original Firmware because the Mods are without Support for the build in 3G Modem an I have no backup of my original ROM ...
Thanks

pefi59 said:
Hallo,
where can I download the original Acer HC 3.0.1 or better the new HC 3.2 for the A501 3G (German).
I need it to reinstall the original Firmware because the Mods are without Support for the build in 3G Modem an I have no backup of my original ROM ...
Thanks
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3.0.1 used to be available in acer support downloads, but today isn't there. I think that they're sort of uploading the new version, so I'm afraid you have to wait some days. However here on XDA forum someone posted A501 rom image, so you might try to search for it.

cm0901 said:
3.0.1 used to be available in acer support downloads, but today isn't there. I think that they're sort of uploading the new version, so I'm afraid you have to wait some days. However here on XDA forum someone posted A501 rom image, so you might try to search for it.
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so there is a way...to get all functions back..?
it doesnt matter which update i use does it..? i mean..do i get 3g functions back with HC3.2 for a 501..?

muztaki said:
so there is a way...to get all functions back..?
it doesnt matter which update i use does it..? i mean..do i get 3g functions back with HC3.2 for a 501..?
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I'm running taboonay v2.0 on a501, 3g function work well...

Taboonay not work well, my tablet reboot when i active 3g ...
It is the only bug that i have on my A501 with Taboonay ... I hope this bugg will corrected soon ...

[ROM] PB G100W 4.010.05_COM_GEN1 for A500 & G100W [HC 3.2.1] [root&CWM] [20.12.2011]

[ROM] PB G100W 4.010.05_COM_GEN1 for A500 & G100W [HC 3.2.1] [root&CWM] [20.12.2011]
It repack version last ROM HC 3.2.1 from Packard Bell G100W. It is intended for setting through CWM.
Features:
- base on Packard Bell G100W 4.010.05_COM_GEN1 [23.11.2011] http://cdn.acer.futuredial.com/PB_G100W_0.000.00_4.010.05_COM_GEN1_1322122603243_a3720e18.zip
- setup no change bootloader & CWM recovery
- full origin odex
- root
- full version Docs To Go
Install:
Copy zip-file to root MicroSD, install on A500 or G100W only CWM, for A500 need "wipe data/factory reset"
After setup ROM on A500 need setup Villian Kernel 3.7 http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1170319 for play video file
Download:
http://www.multiupload.com/FGQ85T6E26

Will thor kernel work with this? I am gonna flash now and will use villain kernel as instructed but just asking. Still using your virtuous galaxy refresh 1.1.0 and hope you havent abandoned that project
Sent from my GT-P7310 using xda premium

shingers5 said:
Will thor kernel work with this?
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I didn't check operation of kernels from thor with this ROM

Ok flashed it and as expected its solid stock rom. No bells or whistles but very good. Works well with villain kernel. For me however i have gone back to your vg1.1.0 as i love it. Will you be updatin the base of that to 3.2.1 as your thread at tableroms.com hasnt been updated for a while. Thanks again.
I am sure many who love that minimal stock option will love this but me i just love the virtuous galaxy roms. Hope its not been abandoned
Sent from my Acer Iconia A500 VG_1.1.0 using xda premium

shingers5 said:
Ok flashed it and as expected its solid stock rom. No bells or whistles but very good. Works well with villain kernel. For me however i have gone back to your vg1.1.0 as i love it. Will you be updatin the base of that to 3.2.1 as your thread at tableroms.com hasnt been updated for a while. Thanks again.
I am sure many who love that minimal stock option will love this but me i just love the virtuous galaxy roms. Hope its not been abandoned
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The difference between 3.2 and 3.2.1 for G100W consists in update of applications of Google. In that case VG 1.1.0 it is possible to consider the same 3.2.1. Whether the Samsung will be let out 3.2.1 for Ð7õõ0 by me don't know. ICS 4.0 will be let out in the spring for Ð7õõ0. If there will be no problems with transfer, I will make on it following VG.

Thanks, now I can fully update my Flexstriker rom before I release it.

fguy said:
The difference between 3.2 and 3.2.1 for G100W consists in update of applications of Google. In that case VG 1.1.0 it is possible to consider the same 3.2.1. Whether the Samsung will be let out 3.2.1 for Ð7õõ0 by me don't know. ICS 4.0 will be let out in the spring for Ð7õõ0. If there will be no problems with transfer, I will make on it following VG.
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Ok mate cheers. I see no further support for galaxy rom so was wondering where i ask for wifi support. After being idle for a while wifi still shows connected but when i try to use web no data is transferred. Any ideas mate? I posted on tablet roms but no answer. Cheers
Sent from my GT-P7310 using xda premium

Needless to say
YOU JUST MADE MY DAY !!!!
Thaaaank you sir very much.

Please check camera drivers as I reinstalled this rom and when I attempted to take a pic it froze. Camera stopped working afterwards. Drivers prob need changing to Acer ones I think
Sent from my G100W using xda premium

no camera problems on genuine G100W
shingers5 said:
Please check camera drivers as I reinstalled this rom and when I attempted to take a pic it froze. Camera stopped working afterwards. Drivers prob need changing to Acer ones I think
Sent from my G100W using xda premium
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camera works just fine, but then i am on a genuine G100W
Thank you again for this rom

gersma said:
camera works just fine, but then i am on a genuine G100W
Thank you again for this rom
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I am using an Acer mate so your camera should work if you on Packard bell. Anyway flashed the villian kernel again and it seems OK.
Sent from my A500 using xda premium

When installed on Acer a500 can I be recognized as a500 or will say as another device?
Sent from my A500 using Tapatalk

shingers5 said:
Please check camera drivers as I reinstalled this rom and when I attempted to take a pic it froze. Camera stopped working afterwards. Drivers prob need changing to Acer ones I think
Sent from my G100W using xda premium
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confirmed. camera freezes after taking a picture on A500
dincdoes.me said:
When installed on Acer a500 can I be recognized as a500 or will say as another device?
Sent from my A500 using Tapatalk
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i attached a build.prop that you can put in your /system folder that will make it be seen as an A500

strra said:
confirmed. camera freezes after taking a picture on A500
i attached a build.prop that you can put in your /system folder that will make it be seen as an A500
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update: also confirmed: villainkernel fixed the camera

How do I fix the "insert SIM card" issue?
I have an Acer Tab A500.
BTW, Awesome rom, great for tweaking and using adb.
Thanks.

aben2amu said:
How do I fix the "insert SIM card" issue?
I have an Acer Tab A500.
BTW, Awesome rom, great for tweaking and using adb.
Thanks.
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Ad "ro.carrier=wifi-only" to your build prop.

kjy2010 said:
Ad "ro.carrier=wifi-only" to your build prop.
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Thanks, btw, I tried your ROMs and cannot do adb remount, I tried editing default.prop and nothing.

aben2amu said:
Thanks, btw, I tried your ROMs and cannot do adb remount, I tried editing default.prop and nothing.
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Thanks, stick with another ROM please, the last thing I need is another headache with someone that doesn't even know how to edit a build prop for wifi only. No offense intended.

kjy2010 said:
Thanks, stick with another ROM please, the last thing I need is another headache with someone that doesn't even know how to edit a build prop for wifi only. No offense intended.
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Excuse me, you offended me.. But never mind.
I will never use any of your ROMS, you really got the nerve...

aben2amu said:
Excuse me, you offended me.. But never mind.
I will never use any of your ROMS, you really got the nerve...
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Thank you (*whew*)

[Q] Problem with Taboonay 3.0.1

Hey folks,
I am using this [ROM][ICS4.0.3] Taboonay 3.0.1 (28/02/2012)
on my Iconia a501.
Works really great. Fast and smooth... great job.
I know this Rom is based on the a500 Rom.
So my 3g is not working (or should it?)... anyway, is there a way to get it working?
I already installed the test_a501.zip
Thanks for all answers.

Got exactly the same problem. Installed A501 Patch but doesn't seem to have any effect. Is there anything else to do in order to make it work ?

+1
Need update plz

There are 3 things you can do to try and resolve this problem.
A) make Acer release the official update
2) hack into Acers systems and find a leak for a501
C) learn how to code and fix it
Sent from my SGH-T959 using Tapatalk

The current ICS roms only support the a500 at this time. This is most likely kernel related and rom related.
The "fix" zips, were only for testing purposes. If people would read the thread, they would've seen the fix's didn't work. Now you have a somewhat modified kernel on your tab which may or may not give you issues.
Until Acer releases or "leaks" an ICS a501 rom, we are stuck with 3.2.1.

Ok,
First of all, thanks bfranklin for your smashing proposal...
I thought the 3g modem in the asus tab and the modem of Iconia tab are identic and it is possible to use that driver for the a501 for example.

try to take the scripts and drivers form loak 3.0.1 and put in the same folders on your ROM

a500 = a501?

Sorry if that a question that cleared... as a new owner of a501. Can i root and flash a500 Roms? Mms and GPS works for you?

Moscow Desire would probably be the best one to answer this for you, since he has a 501 but...
You can flash a 500 rom, but you will lose all functions related to the phone, since the 500 doesn't have a radio for that there is no need to have those functions in a 500 rom.

The A500 and A501 are in fact identical, save the fact that the A501 has an Ericsson baseband for 3g/4g internet access... Flashing an A500-only ROM will result in a missing driver for that baseband, thus it won't work. Otherwie, the ROMs work just fine, in fact I'm using civato's Flexreaper (which is an A500 ICS ROM) on my A501... and I'm looking for a way to add the missing baseband driver and settings items, too. Didn't get anything yet, though.

I have a a501, have had it a week now and the day after I got it I installed Moscow Desire's Alexander III rom:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1467689
Its a stripped version of the stock rom, everything works including the 3G just as good as the stock version but with root access and no bloatware.
Personally I love it, it works well, and has great battery life. Really I think his rom is the only rom out there specifically for an A501 at the moment.

meinmichi said:
Sorry if that a question that cleared... as a new owner of a501. Can i root and flash a500 Roms? Mms and GPS works for you?
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You can run 500 roms. I do it all the time for testing.
What you will not have;
internal 3g (this covers all functions that use it)
GPS
The 501 kernel is different than the 500's. Mainly because the 501 uses a "nuetered" radio for 3g and gps. The code for these are only available in the 501 kernel. And Acer has so far, never released kernel source for the 501. Probably due to the special ATT and Rogers versions they sold.
I've had success getting it to run on a "certain" 500 HC rom, but with no GPS.

Moscow Desire said:
You can run 500 roms. I do it all the time for testing.
What you will not have;
internal 3g (this covers all functions that use it)
GPS
The 501 kernel is different than the 500's. Mainly because the 501 uses a "nuetered" radio for 3g and gps. The code for these are only available in the 501 kernel. And Acer has so far, never released kernel source for the 501. Probably due to the special ATT and Rogers versions they sold.
I've had success getting it to run on a "certain" 500 HC rom, but with no GPS.
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is it possible an other customrom with your kernel to work?
or other, a full ics rom to run on a501?
is it hard to port another rom to support a501 full? or most buildprob.?
edit: the link was impossible...

meinmich, remove that link NOW... Before you get blasted for linking it... It's Thor's kernel which is not GPL compliant and ALL links to his work are not allowed here...
You should know this as you have been here a little while...

meinmichi said:
is it possible an other customrom with your kernel to work?
or other, a full ics rom to run on a501?
is it hard to port another rom to support a501 full? or most buildprob.?
edit: the link was impossible...
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1. The kernel I use, is RichardTripps 3.4. It is a Honeycomb kernel.
When you use Overclocked kernel, you have to be careful of voltage to the system board. Too little votage, and you have 3g lock. (tab freezes). Or, the tab will have SOD (sleep of death). It WILL NOT work with ICS.
2. No. The current GPL kernel for ICS, is for a500 only. It does not have the necessary code to make it work on the 501. This includes Thor's kernel. And his Device tree is different from the ICS "leaked" roms. His, is ASOP, so it WILL NOT work with the current ICS release.
3. You cannot port another device kernel. Not easy, as the 501 has the only3g internal. Other kernels, use different hardware drivers which Acer has not released.
Acer, is never going to release the source code for the 501. They are too busy sleeping in bed with ATT and Rogers network. Ain't gonna happen.

Moscow Desire said:
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2. No. The current GPL kernel for ICS, is for a500 only. It does not have the necessary code to make it work on the 501. This includes Thor's kernel. And his Device tree is different from the ICS "leaked" roms. His, is ASOP, so it WILL NOT work with the current ICS release.
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However, his ICS rom does have GPS enabled for the A501 after you rename a file.
Still no 3G though....

ultramag69 said:
However, his ICS rom does have GPS enabled for the A501 after you rename a file.
Still no 3G though....
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Yeah, I saw that the other day. Probably guess he also tweaks the kernel as well. Not sure.

Then, by definition, the A501 roms aren't GPL compliant. Acer has to release the kernel no matter what, even if they are special versions.
I would start complaining to Acer to release the kernel source for their stock A501 rom.
Moscow Desire said:
You can run 500 roms. I do it all the time for testing.
What you will not have;
internal 3g (this covers all functions that use it)
GPS
The 501 kernel is different than the 500's. Mainly because the 501 uses a "nuetered" radio for 3g and gps. The code for these are only available in the 501 kernel. And Acer has so far, never released kernel source for the 501. Probably due to the special ATT and Rogers versions they sold.
I've had success getting it to run on a "certain" 500 HC rom, but with no GPS.
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Moscow Desire said:
Acer, is never going to release the source code for the 501. They are too busy sleeping in bed with ATT and Rogers network. Ain't gonna happen.
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At one time, people said that about HTC's source code for devices such as the Hero (both GSM and CDMA) because they were "in bed with the mobile carriers". But, if you pressure them enough, they will release the kernel source (especially since that is GPL'd and they must release the source).

tkirton said:
Then, by definition, the A501 roms aren't GPL compliant. Acer has to release the kernel no matter what, even if they are special versions.
I would start complaining to Acer to release the kernel source for their stock A501 rom.
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At one time, people said that about HTC's source code for devices such as the Hero (both GSM and CDMA) because they were "in bed with the mobile carriers". But, if you pressure them enough, they will release the kernel source (especially since that is GPL'd and they must release the source).
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This sounds like a job for reddit...they love having open season on a company for this type of thing. I'll post this thread over there and see if we can get some mass to lean on Acer to get with the program here.

Actually...in looking into this a little more, their kernel source is out there for download for 3.2. It's in the 'Document' section, as opposed to any of the other seemingly more obvious headings that you would think of to find it.
Being that I'm not yet allowed to post external links...
To navigate to it: acer.com > Support > Downloads > Tablet > Iconia Tab > A501 > Document tab

chipsharpdotcom said:
Actually...in looking into this a little more, their kernel source is out there for download for 3.2. It's in the 'Document' section, as opposed to any of the other seemingly more obvious headings that you would think of to find it.
Being that I'm not yet allowed to post external links...
To navigate to it: acer.com > Support > Downloads > Tablet > Iconia Tab > A501 > Document tab
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This link is for the A501 kernel source code, click on "user guides" I downloaded it and it does appear to be the 3.2 HC kernel source:
http://support.acer.com/us/en/product/default.aspx?tab=1&modelId=3852
There is also one for the A500 but you have to switch devices and go to the userguide.

Well, this link works. Thanks. Not sure what I can do with it though. Not a kernel dev.
Maybe Drellisdee might be interested in it.