Sabtu, 03 November 2007

K850 Firmware Overview

K850 Firmware Overview

Each firmware revision listed below contains the fixes listed against that revision plus the fixes of all the firmwares below that entry.

R1CA037
- Released to SE Service Centres around 25/10/07

Bug fixes
- Improved / fixed flash synchronization, preventing photos taken in dark conditions from coming out as very dark or black.

R1CA029
- First release

Bugs
- The flash doesn't always sync with the image capture, leaving dark or black photos in night conditions.
- Play/Pause and FF/RW controls on HPM-82 (or any other remote control?) do not work
- Phone can crash when using HPM-82
- Phone can crash whilst in standby mode, requiring a hard reboot (taking the battery out)
- Corruption of the file system can occur affecting photos, applications etc
- Alarms only produce three beeps on some phones rather than play the selected ringtone.
- Some Video playback is out of sync with the sound
- USB photo transfer can lead to duplicated pictures / removal of other pictures present on the phone
- Video is of lower quality than the K800
- Occasional second or so delay between the vibration of an incomming text/call and screen illumination.
- Audiobook functionaility cannot be accessed
- When you connect the phone via the usb cable, You cant see the ringtone folder
- Phone doesnt support some Mp4 files and doesnt support some jpeg photos.
- On some phones the shutter ocasionally fails to open
- Not all symbols are possible to enter in the email client settings, e.g. not allowing you from adding a : for gmail addresses.
- The zoom buttons both zoom into a picture and change the volume if you are listening to music whilst browsing pictures.
- On some phones, the volume keys do not respond, requiring a reboot to restore functionaility.
- On some phones, adding a birthday to a contact does not give you a chance to add it to the Calendar.

Performance
- JBenchmark 3D LQ: 193
- JBenchmark 3D HQ: 103
- JBenchmark 2: 733
- JBenchmark 1: 4209

Software versions:
EROM: R6A008
LCD: 200708241
Camera: 2.9
Videocall camera: 3.0
Content: PA13
Java: 8.0
Text: AC

Accessing Firmware Information

To find out which firmware revision your phone currently has installed, select Menu > Settings > General > Update service > Software version. For more detailed software versioning information, perform the following:

>*<<*<*

Where <> represents clicking the D-Pad left and right keys respectively.

Sony Ericsson Update Service

The firmware of the K850 can be upgraded either over the air by selecting Settings / Update Service / Search for update or via the more traditional (and potentially cheaper) method of the Sony Ericsson Update Service. In order to use SEUS you will need to have internet access (preferably Broadband) and attach your phone to your PC via the supplied USB cable.

If you run into problems, you may wish to download and install Sun's Java Runtime Environment separately.

If the firmware update fails part way through, retry the SEUS. If the update consistently fails you will need to perform a Master Reset on your phone. It is likely that you will be required to perform a Reset All - a settings reset is unlikely to do the job. It is recommended to use a tool such as MyPhoneExplorer to create a backup of the data on your phone before performing a Master Reset. Note that you will still lose any games, themes or ringtones present in your phone's memory.

SEUS will currently install the following firmware revisions for UK phone brands:

K850
Unbranded UK (CDA102511/2) - R1CA029
O2 UK (CDA102511/41) - R1CA029
Vodafone UK (CDA102511/15) - ?
Orange UK (CDA102511/47) - ?
3 UK (CDA102511/69) - ?
T-Mobile (CDA102511/12) - ?

Third Party Update Services

Third party firmware updates are currently unavailable for the K850.

Drivers

Drivers for all current Sony Ericsson phones can be downloaded from EMMA.

Other Sony Ericsson Firmware Overviews

K800
K750 / W800
K700 / K500
T610 / T630

Camera phone as pc web cam

You need:
- K700 (or compatible mobile)
- a seriell/usb cable, IR or better Bluetooth
- a FTP Account

1. Connect you mobile to the PC and start the K700Wecam Tool
2. Configure the Comport Settings (if you had problems with it try the SetupCOM Tool which you can download on http://k700.hitziger.net)
3. Enter your FTP Account Username/Password
4. if you want to use a subdirectory on your FTP Server enter a directory
5. Enter a filename which the picture should have on the FTP Server
6. Choose the mobile camera directory (it's somethings with camera_semc in the directoryname) - just open the combobox - after open it all directories of your mobile will be shown
7. Now choose the silent profile (for a quiet camera - works only with "unbranded" mobiles)
8. the other things should be self-explanatory

Now you can make a Testrun (makes only one photo and upload it to your FTP Server). You can press "Start Timer" when all works. Your mobile makes now a photo upload it wait the given time and start over again until you press "Stop Timer".

_-_-_

http://www.freewebspace.net/search/power.shtml

The point FTP Upload is important

MyPhoneExplorer 1.6 available !

Hy there

I've released Version 1.6 from MyPhoneExplorer. I made some new features :
• LDIF Import/Export (for Thunderbird)
• Listexport to OpenOffice
• Support for new phones: W550, W600, W810, W900 erweitert (contacttags)
• Callmonitor with handling for more calls at the same time
• Messagenotification
• Automatic disconnect/connect
• Calls will be archived
• Better calendar: Copy&Paste, calendarweeks are displayed, first day of week editable
• Load different users via menu
• Searchfunction for all Lists
• JAVA-Download now for K300, K500, K508, K700 and S700
• Phonedata can be crypted (optional)
• Phonedata will be saved in appdata-folder, not in programfolder
• Check on startup if there is a newer version (optional)
• Diffrent colorshemes can be selected
• Net and battery-status is shown in statusbar
• 7 new languages: Croatian, Lithuanian, Romanian, Serbian, Thai, Bellarussian, Hebrew


Get it here: http://www.fjsoft.at/en/

Tips to care for your battery

TFor many users, recharging their phone batteries consists of the daily routine of plugging in the charger, and then leaving it on for a couple of hours to juice up. However, depending on your battery type, overcharging or undercharging it could result in a shorter life.

You should also understand that due to the chemical processes involved, batteries deteriorate over time. After a certain number of cycles, the battery's maximum charge capacity drops to below 80 percent of its original capacity.

Battery type Number of charging cycles
Nickel cadmium (NiCd) 1,500
Nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) 300-500
Lithium-ion (Li-ion) 500-1,000
Lithium-polymer (Li-Po) 300-500



Therefore, heavy users who recharge frequently may have to purchase new batteries after a short time compared to light users. However, not every battery will reach this number of cycles before starting to lose charge. For a battery to reach its natural life, proper maintenance is necessary. Batteries may look tough, but they can be inadvertently damaged.

There are several things you can do to maximize the useful life of your battery.

Breaking in
When you first get your battery or phone, you will need to break it in. It may be necessary to fully charge and discharge the battery three to four times before it will be able to make use of its maximum capacity. This is for all battery types.

The first time you charge the battery, the phone may indicate a false full charge after 10 to 15 minutes. This is normal. Unplug and plug the charger to "restart" the charging process.

If you wish to keep your batteries aside for a period, store them in a dry and cool place. Heat and nearby metallic objects can spoil the battery. As the batteries will self-discharge after prolonged storage, you will have to break the batteries in again before use. Having said that, don't leave your rechargeable batteries dormant for extended periods. Cycle them for a full charge and discharge every so often to keep it fresh. Batteries that sit idle for extended periods of time without charging begin tend to lose their ability to hold a charge and will self-discharge.


That thing called "memory effect"
If you do not fully discharge the battery before recharging it, gradually the capacity of the battery will be reduced. This is called the memory effect, and is due to the accumulation of gas bubbles on the cell plates.

NiCad batteries are especially prone to this problem. Therefore users should try to discharge the battery fully after each use, a process called conditioning. NiMH batteries are less susceptible to the memory effect, but even then you should condition them once every one or two weeks. Li-ion and Li-Po batteries are immune from the memory effect.

For optimal talk and standby time in the long run, it is recommended that you use original batteries with your mobile phones.

Most phones beep or display a "Battery Low" message to remind you that the battery will soon need to be charged or replaced with a charged one. If you are desperate to have the phone last just that extra minute longer, you can consider immediately switching to zero ring volume, zero backlight, non-vibration mode, etc. Switching off the phone for a short while can also prolong the remaining standby time when you next switch the phone on.

New memory card format announced

Lleading mobile phone manufactures and semiconductor providers has announced that they will support the creation of a new memory card format. The standard is named Universal Flash Storage (UFS) and will be finalized in 2009

Micron Technology, Inc., Nokia, Samsung Electronics, Sony Ericsson, Spansion Inc., STMicroelectronics, and Texas Instruments announced today that they support the creation of a far-ranging industry specification for removable memory cards and embedded memory solutions being standardized by the JEDEC Solid State Technology Association (JEDEC), a leading open-standards organization in the semiconductor industry. JEDEC is well known for its expertise in the standardization of component technologies and solutions.

The new specification, dubbed Universal Flash Storage (UFS), reflects the industry's need for a universal memory solution that removes the need for adaptors to accommodate different removable memory card sizes.

Widespread demand for higher densities and higher performance, plus the surging popularity of multimedia content, is accelerating the need for advanced memory solutions as removable card or embedded formats. UFS will provide a revolutionary leap towards supporting very low access times required for memories, as well as enabling high-speed access to large multimedia files, while reducing power-consumption in consumer electronic (CE) devices. The target performance level is expected to be a significant advancement beyond that of the varied flash cards popular today. Today, users experience a three-minute access time for a 90-minute (4 Gigabyte) high-definition movie; with the new standard, this would be reduced to a few seconds.

UFS Memory CardMajor applications such as mobile handsets, digital still cameras and other CE devices will benefit from the convenience of a universal open standard based specification that is intended to reduce the time-consuming process of enabling interoperability among the various types of removable and embedded memory solutions at the system level. UFS is planned to provide consumers in the future with the convenience of a unified removable memory card that can be shared among various mobile, portable and other CE devices without the need for any adaptors.

The UFS standard is expected to be finalized in 2009.

Company quotes
Micron Technology
"Universal standards hold a pivotal role in the development of more cost-efficient and better designed products. Standardization of flash-based technologies will be crucial in determining how fast storage devices will be able to fully support industry demand for higher densities and faster transmission speeds," said Frankie Roohparver, vice president of NAND development for Micron Technology.

Nokia
"Nokia will actively participate in the development of the UFS specification, which aims to provide future mobile devices with high performance and flexibility. This collaborative UFS effort will provide the industry with an open standard mass memory solution with optimal performance and interoperability," said Seppo Lamberg, Senior Vice President, Technology Platforms, Nokia.

Samsung Electronics
"The proposed UFS specification is good news to card manufacturers and set designers alike. The proliferating use of flash memory as a storage medium underscores the importance of introducing a universal connectivity to memory cards where high performance and reliability are critical," said Jon Kang, President, Samsung Semiconductor, Inc.

"Samsung's Mobile handset division is happy to stand with our peers in support of standard technology for removable memory devices that will result in much simpler interconnectivity," said W.S. Lee, vice president, handset R&D planning, Telecommunication Network Business, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Spansion
"Spansion, as the worldwide leader in pure-play Flash memory solutions, endorses the development of the versatile UFS bus," said George Minassian, vice president of Strategic Planning and Systems Engineering, Wireless Solutions Division at Spansion. "It not only provides significantly higher bandwidth, but also supports low latency accesses and is positioned to provide an essential infrastructure in future mobile devices."

STMicroelectronics
"STMicroelectronics' Flash Memory Group has been a strong believer in this approach since the beginning of the storage experience and we're pleased we can contribute to this important standardization activity. We think that this Universal Standard will cover the needs of the embedded and removable markets for many years," said Giuseppe Crisenza NAND Flash Group General Manager.

About Micron
Micron Technology, Inc., is one of the world's leading providers of advanced semiconductor solutions. Through its worldwide operations, Micron manufactures and markets DRAMs, NAND flash memory, CMOS image sensors, other semiconductor components, and memory modules for use in leading-edge computing, consumer, networking, and mobile products. Micron's common stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the MU symbol. To learn more about Micron Technology, Inc., visit www.micron.com.

About Nokia
Nokia is the world leader in mobility, driving the transformation and growth of the converging Internet and communications industries. Nokia makes a wide range of mobile devices and provides people with experiences in music, navigation, video, television, imaging, games and business mobility through these devices. Nokia also provides equipment, solutions and services for communications networks.

About Samsung Electronics
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2006 parent company sales of US$63.4 billion and net income of US$8.5 billion. Employing approximately 138,000 people in 124 offices in 56 countries, the company consists of five main business units: Digital Media Business, LCD Business, Semiconductor Business, Telecommunication Network Business, and Digital Appliance Business. Recognized as one of the fastest growing global brands, Samsung Electronics is a leading producer of digital TVs, memory chips, mobile phones and TFT-LCDs. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com

About Sony Ericsson
Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications serves the global communications market with innovative and feature-rich mobile phones, accessories and PC-cards. Established as a joint venture by Sony and Ericsson in 2001, with global corporate functions located in London, including R&D sites in Europe, Japan, China and America, Sony Ericsson celebrated the 5th anniversary of the start of the joint venture on 1st October, 2006. Sony Ericsson is the global title sponsor of the Women's Tennis Association, and works with the Association to promote the Sony Ericsson WTA Tour in over 80 cities during the year. For more information on Sony Ericsson, please visit www.sonyericsson.com

About Spansion
Spansion is a leading Flash memory solutions provider, dedicated to enabling, storing and protecting digital content in wireless, automotive, networking and consumer electronics applications. Spansion, previously a joint venture of AMD and Fujitsu, is the largest company in the world dedicated exclusively to designing, developing, manufacturing, marketing and selling Flash memory solutions. For more information, visit www.spansion.com.

About STMicroelectronics
STMicroelectronics is a global leader in developing and delivering semiconductor solutions across the spectrum of microelectronics applications. An unrivalled combination of silicon and system expertise, manufacturing strength, Intellectual Property (IP) portfolio and strategic partners positions the Company at the forefront of System-on-Chip (SoC) technology and its products play a key role in enabling today's convergence markets. The Company's shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange, on Euronext Paris and on the Milan Stock Exchange. In 2006, the Company's net revenues were $9.85 billion and net earnings were $782 million. Further information on ST can be found at www.st.com.

About Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments Incorporated provides innovative DSP and analog technologies to meet our customers' real world signal processing requirements. In addition to Semiconductor, the company includes the Education Technology business. TI is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, and has manufacturing, design or sales operations in more than 25 countries. More information is located on the World Wide Web at www.ti.com

Senin, 29 Oktober 2007

Customize the icons of the main menu

What you need:

Far Manager

Download it here:
http://plugring.farmanager.com/history/files/far170b5.exe
and the newest update here:
http://farmanager.com/files/Far171a1b2104.rar

Darkmen’s Flash Plugin

Get it here:
http://forums.se-nse.net/index.php?showtopic=3666

DCU-60 Cable

Getting started:

Copy the Flash Plugin into the ...\Far\Plugins directory

Start Far Manager

Press F11 and select SEFP



Choose your cable (or com port) and your phone

And “enter the matrix”




Follow the instructions on the screen

(for DCU-60: turn off your phone – hold the “c” button – and connect the phone)

Switch to the FS\TPA\PRESET\SYSTEM\MENU directory

Copy the file menu.ml to your Hard Drive by pressing F5




And shutdown the flash loader by switching back to the root directory
(by pressing .. until it asks you if you want to shut it down)

Now you have the file we are about to edit

Editing:

Make sure to save a copy of the original file somewhere

Open the menu.ml with the editor

Change the lines that look like:


Minggu, 28 Oktober 2007

Flashing K750i to W800 Tutorial

1. K750i --> W800i (Completed)

Ok. You want to flash your phone from K750i to a W800i. You are new and almost dont know anything about this. Here you will get a detailed tutorial about how to do that. Ok, lets start.

Requirments:
A DCU-60 - A standard cable, comes with phone
A K750i Recommend updating using SEUSXS++
A main file
A FS file

First a little about the main file: W800_R1BC002_MAIN_EU_EMEA_RED49.bin

W800_R1BC002_MAIN_EU_EMEA_RED49.bin

W800: The phone
R1BC002: Firmware Version
Main: Indicates that its the main firware
EU_EMEA: The operator
RED49: Color (Red) and lock number 49 CID49

And you need a FS file, i use this: W800_R1BC002_FS_EU3.fbn

Now, lets start flashing.
1. Open XS++
2. Press Start
3. You will get some instructions in the left panel
4. Hold "C" on your phone and connect.if you get "PORT STATUS: ACTIVE" And nothing happens, then unplug phone, remove battery, and insert again. Then try again.
5. Check "Flash Main Firmware"
6. Press the "..." Button, means browse. Find the main file W800_R1BC002_MAIN_EU_EMEA_RED49.bin and click open
7. Now press "Flash"
8. When its done, it will stuck on 291/291, when its on 291/291 then wait 5 seconds, and unplug phone. In XS++ press Close.
9. Now XS++ is closed. Just enter it again. In your phone: remove battery, insert again. Successfully plug your phone to XS++.
10. Now, instead of Checking "Flash main Firmware". Check "Flash File System", Browse the file W800_R1BC002_FS_EU3.fbn and select it, press open. (Means that only Flash File system is checked)
11. Press "Flash"
12. when its done just remove phone from data-cable, remove battery, reinsert. Enter XS++, attach phone.
13. Now you will have to check "Customize File System", use this:

Select Phone model:
W800
Select CDA and Region:
EUROPE_3 (CDA102425/17)

14. Press "Flash"
When its done, Unplug phone, remove battery, insert again. turn on Phone. And congratulations !! Now your phone is a W800i !!!! Enjoy ! Credz to me. Just want to say thanks to bombastic..