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[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] mamaich:
Lets make a topic and post here fixes and useful stuff we'll find about WM5.

Here are tips to speedup WM2005 on BA:

1. Disable most sounds

2. [deleted, integrated into ba_wm5_fix.cab]

3. It is very annoying that OS checks the digital signature of all DLL/EXE files. I've uploaded a patched version that does not do that to /Uploads/Blueangel/wm5_test/ba_wm5_patch2.rar on FTP. It is nk.nbf file, replace the original file with it and reflash the device. This ROM version works a bit faster.updated 14 sent, probably fixed a problem that some CABs did not install.

4. Finally I've managed to make a backlight fix, I've taken FrontLight.Dll from 1.40 ROM and made a CAB-file that installs it and makes necessary registry changes. This CAB also contains registry fixes from p.2 and missing EXE files from my lower post. To install it just copy it to your device and run. updated 10 sent. 2005. Added 2 bluetooth files provided by ramram (today icon and bt settings). Removed STK.EXE.

5. I don't like the default behavior of hardware buttons - the leftmost and rightmost are mapped to softkeys. I've attached the fix that restores the WM2003 behavior. Previous version was not working. I've attached a fixed build.

6. To send files over BT use this method. Turn on BT, in Explorer tap on file and in context menu select "Beam File". It would send file over BT and IRDA.

7. Attached the camera fix CAB. It is taken from old ROM and is not fully compatible with WM5.

8. ramram made a CAB with album and MIDI ringtone support - http://xdaforums.com/download.php?id=6658

9. dynastykai and rschell posted here that deleting hklm\drivers\builtin\camera and cameradriver registry keys would fix sound problems under SX66. I've attached a CAB file that would remove these keys (remove_camera_reg.rar). Updated 10 sent 2005, previous version did not install.

10. Added Headset_Today.rar. It shows bluetooth headset mode on today screen.

11. Added extended ROM unlocker

12. brn2prgrm found a fix for WiFi connection dropping on resume from standby - http://xdaforums.com/viewtopic.php?t=30840

I've made BA_WIFI_FIX.CAB that sets the required registry value.

Note. After editing registry you need to power off your device, wait several seconds and soft reset. Otherwise changes would be lost!

Note2. When you install CAB file and it asks you to reboot device - don't do this! Power down your device, wait a bit, power on and then reboot. Otherwise registry would not be updated.

Note3. All CAB files attached here would work only on patched ROM!

Note4. Attached files may uninstall incorrectly.

Note5. If you have installed a previous patched or unpatched ROM - you can safely reflash your device with the most recent version. No data except for clock settings would be lost. It is not necessary to reinstall CAB files if they were already installed.
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] mamaich:
I'll copy here the other my post.

The main reason for battery draining in my case was that buttons are not locked when the phone is turned off. So it constantly turns on when it is in pocket. To fix this - take following files from 1.40 ROM:

Backlight.exe

ButtonLock.exe

CSDType.exe

DIM.exe

Keyboard.exe

MicrophoneAGC.exe

WLanMgr.exe

MyCPL.cpl

and copy to \Windows folder on your device. Windows would cry that files are unsigned - say "yes", then reboot. You'll be able to turn keyboard backlight off, lock buttons, change GPRS class, but you cannot change brightness. The sliders are ignored. They are ignored even if you'll take driver from the WM2003 OS.

Link to files: http://xdaforums.com/download.php?id=6607
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] ramram:
Guys, Install Album with midi.rar , it will enable the album works with the camera file tweaked by Mamaich and especially to enable midis as ringtones good luck :D

I also created a cab file to let you disconnect from the G bubble while you're connecting from the GPRS.

Tonailed created a file to wake up the device and turn on the screen backlight the time you receive an SMS. Click here to download!

To resolve the issue of the voice command "Low voice while announcing the names" on WM2005 install this patch:

Click Here to download!
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] exstatica:
Bug: Bluetooth shuts off when the device power button is pushed.

Bug: GRPS cannot be connected manually, it has to be done using a web browser.

Fix: By setting the clock to always be on the task bar, it greatly increases speed, reason it no longer has to redraw the bar at the top. So switching between windows is much faster. To do this click on clock settings in the control panel.

thanks
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] raboliot:
TOmTom 5.10 works

WM 5.10 works

Voice Command Works

Regedit works

Cryptocard works

Wifi works

...
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] Bubisch:
First step to this?

So in my oppinion the first step now must be to create a buglist . I think, devs wiki would be a great place for this, what do you think?
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] KTamas:
DWORD key named what?
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] efjay:
Try Priority256 - thats what its named under 2003SE.
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] rschell:
I tried that, no joy. I think it is more basic than that one registry setting. Also tried changing wavedev.dll to btceavif.dll in the registry, again no joy.
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] icohen2005:
i need help

i install on my sx66 the pda2k_5.rar

1.its very slow and i stop the sound

2.i cant dial with my phone the phonepad is not function

3.i dont get the bt mannger on today screen

4.no ring on incoming calls

appreciate help
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] Bubisch:
You have to wait a few seconds, until it dials. But it works! On PH20B1 Devices there is no sound after all. Can PH20B users copy that? What about sound on your devices?
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] mamaich:
I've made a fix for the backlight problem and integrated there ramram's CAB. See the first post.

Bubisch. I don't have sound problems.

icohen2005. On my device it is not slow, no problems with rings or phone pad. I use patched ROM version.

The only problem left is that it does not respond for several seconds to keypresses/screen taps after it is turned off and quickly on again. And SPB PocketPlus 3.0 today plugin slowsdown the device.
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] bad:
I use dualsim adapter, after upgrading, the radio doesn't work. When I put single Sim card the radio is OK. Cause WM2005 has no STK? How to fix this problem? If it does not work, may be I downgrade to 2003se :(
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] GerooTech:
MIDI Files

after i have installe WM5 i have tried to make my *.mid files to work as a ringtones but it doesn't work also windows media player does not recognize them.
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] GerooTech:
Bluetooth

also bluetooth is weak i have noticed that 1. 3900 is little bit better than the one equipped with WM05
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] frankman73:
Re: MIDI Files

There is a fix for this... check buzzdev.net threads on wm2005
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] raboliot:
Images

Here is few screenshots
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] Larkyn:
Mamaich thank you very much for this patch! now we can use the phone without charging it every day :P

Btw any step in the right way for camera problem?

And one more thing has anyone able to change that ugly splah screen?
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] icohen2005:
hi sorry

sorry to make your high feeling but i still stuck what is patch rom version and wher can i download it i have the same the interner is the only one thing that

is nice and the sharpnes ofthe mobile so please help
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] pzenou:
problem since fix patch

Since the mamaich's fix, i can't light my ba

brightness is down, i don't know why

please help
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] Dyzophoria:
hmm, wonder what's wrong, better try a hard reset later, hope that clears things up..
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] helderteixeira:
my sms it´s okay no problem with reset, i can send sms and receive to with no problems, tomtom5 works with bluetooth gps very fast....Trying to discover others bugs....
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] joey jojo:
i just have one problem, when typing on my keyboard, sometimes, not all the time, keys stick and after pressing a key i get something like thissssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss

is this fixable??, is anyone else having this problem???
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] Mastiff:
Bugger it indeed! :cry: I have the GPS paired, yes. And I have done the other stuff. But it may help if you could please, please tell me the exact comports you use in the two places in the GPS applet, in the Bluetooth Incoming port and on the wired GPS option. And the baud rates, where that apply. That may also be the problem.
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] export800:
I have the same problem here on my SX66.
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] pscomp:
How did u all get tomtom 5.1 working?

when it gets to the select map screen it bombs out with a microsoft error report shortly after I select any map

Ta
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] d3vil:
Is it just me or the controls backcolor reverted to gray after the updates?

Edit: it's not the fix'es, must be some app i installed..just formatted and all is ok..
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] chris_khho:
I also had the same problem.

In addition, the function lock key is not function. That means in the past when you pressed two times the function key, you can type numbers directly.

Same problem with you guys???
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] icohen2005:
problem with wm5

i have a working system peopely after a while the backlight become weak

i try to reset but it stuck on the color first screen i downgrade to 1.40

and upgrade again patch 5 and still i cant get the system up i stuck in the first screen color screen please help
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] derek.melton@gmail.com:
SX66 Version???

hey guys,

I'm running Chris Daly's cooked rom and extended rom, love it but I just HAVE to try WM5. I've done the reading and I was thinking I was ready to upgrade then I double checked my phone hardware version by removing the battery from the back. The model id reads SIEMENS SX66 PH20B. So, my question is, when I read the newly updated wiki this morning I saw this:

Copy the files into the correct location.

If you have a PH20B device such as MDAIII, QTEK 9090, XDAIIs, PDA2K etc.

* copy nk.nbf from the folder "WM5_mamaich_patched" to PH20B folder.

* Run BaUpgradeUt.exe, see next step.

If you have a PH20B1 device such as SX66

* copy nk.nbf from the folder "WM5_mamaich_patched" to PH20B1 folder.

* Run MaUpgradeUt_noid.exe, see next step.

Since my device says PH20B and is a Cingular/USA phone, am I to assume it is NOT an SX66?

At this point I'm a bit confused as to what path to follow, PH20B or PH20B1.

Also, do the cingular USA gprs and gsm settings have to be manually entered after the wm5 upgrade or will my phone work without me having to enter in all the parameters for my cell network?

Thanks for all the hard work guys, this is a great community!

Derek Melton

Jackson, MS. USA

Cingular SX66? PH20B

ROM 1.40.00 WWE 3/10/05

RADIO 1.13.00

EXT ROM 1.40.125 WWE
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] icohen2005:
hi

many thanbk for your answer its is sx66 cingular but im using a german

telephone card

i delete the fix buuton and the sx66 start to work but still dont have sound put the patch nosound till now didnt help
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] odie3:
On the SX66 how do I get the Camera button NOT to be the Camera? Before it was a programable button. Also I recall Button 9 not being able to be set to anything.
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] z_rudy:
Flight mode problem

At rare occassions, flight mode refuses to turn off and the phone function cannot be used.

This is what happened: I inserted my SIM card. Turned on the BA. (Noted that Wifi is on by itself this time! Weird, the opposite is happening usually with all WM5 BAs). I turned off flight mode. It kept searching network coverage. It took long and nothing yet. I turned on flight mode, and back off. Nothing anymore. Upon a soft reset, the R and G version numbers do not show on the boot screen (the word NONE is displayed). Still flight mode cannot be turned off. Another soft reset. The version numbers are back, flight mode can be turned off, and it's working.

Bottomline: A soft-reset that shows NONE as version numbers of Radio and Protocol (G) should be followed by another soft reset to fix this problem.
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] hdbueller:
Any luck on the B/T problem yet?

Later......... 8)
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] pimbo:
Re: problems with the extended rom?

I've noticed the wiki was updated, about this.

Would anyone know if you downgraded to wm2003 made a external rom of a couple of mb's, re-upgraded to wm2005 works to see a extrom version?!

It's a big problem i think, where not able to change the splash screens.

And i've problems when i change my dialerskin, even after the 10sec off + softreset by buttons are not shown only the backskin
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] _Sammy_:
Hmmm,

Finally get to test the WM2005 wiyh TomTom 5.1. Result : NOT WORKING.

I cannot find out how to put the settings right to combine a Parrot 3300 / The (stupid) GPS from WM2005 / TomTom5.1.

If anybody who has a working solution, can post his settings here, it would be VERY helpfull !

Thanx,

Sammy ;o)
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] itwasntme187:
Im having the same problem with TT5, i have searched the Forum for any solution and nothing, i have tried everything to get this working. Thee old bluetooth manager that i ued to have with 2003 was much better, i could tell if i was connected to the device but here i can't do anything, Might go back and downgrade to 2003 although i like the look of WM2005.

If there is anyone that knows how to get this sorted out then pleasee can you help me?

Thanks

Ash
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] _Sammy_:
Just spend some more time in my car...

Conclusions :

* Nomatter what combinations of com-ports I use, will work.

* The BT-Carkit-part from the Parrot is working fine.

So the problem is the (bloody) GPS-application (read serial connection) in WM2005. Is there a possibility to switch it off or make a registry hack ? The most logical option is to install de good-old Widcomm BT-drivers (who would have tought we'd be saying THAT ?;o))

Solutions are more than welcome !

Grtz,

Sammy ;o)
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] itwasntme187:
I tried Installing the 3900 BT cab and all the features except the actual manager works, everytime i try to load the bluetooth manager it says insufficent driver memory-do soft reset, when i do the soft reset no luck!!

Pissin me off now, just hoping someone out there can help me, if not gonna downgrade.
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] hunkins:
WM2005 - fix bugs or buy new ?

Can anyone tell me if buying a new device with WM5 pre-installed (the new I-JAM or QTEK's) gets me around all these technical fixes in this thread ?

Or has the public release also got issues !!
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] hdbueller:
Someone correct me if I'm wrong,but that cab was developed for the Widcomm/Broadcomm stack not the MS stack.

Later....... 8)
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] helderteixeira:
first you must create a new partnership in bluetooth, next create a New outgoing port (example com7) this is in bluetooth. next go to settings,system,gps,access and pick "Manage GPS automatically (recomended). in tomtom5 ghose bluetooth in com7.

good luck...
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] OhBuggerit2k2:
OK, a quick run through of how I got mine working with a Holux 236 BT.

Pair the BT GPS and BA

Go to start\setting\system\GPS Settings

Set GPS program port: to COM7

LEAVE GPS Hardware Port: at (None) Baud Rate 4800

Tick Manage GPS Automatically

Then in BT settings\COM Ports

Create new outgoing port at COM7

Create a new Incoming Port at COM8

Start TT5.1 and go to GPS settings and Use other Bluetooth and then try BT Port first. If that does not work try COM7 that should work.

Some BT receivers will not work on a BT Connection, for some you have to use other cable GPS at Baud 4800/9600.

Mine has been running for approx 280 miles with no problems whatsoever. re-connects in about 30 seconds when I get into the car.
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] Wiz:
Anyone found a way to install Pocketinformant yet? Although it is supposed to be WM5 compatible it refuses installation.

Aside from Pocketinformt, I also noticed problems with Commontime mNotes. It installs fine, but refuses to synchronize. Odd, since Commontime state that mNotes also is WM5 compatible.[/quote]
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] Mastiff:
OhBuggerit2k2, thanks! I had the GPS working! :D Unfortunately it went away again when I did a soft reset. But there's another post here that points to athread at the Himalaya forum that deals with it, so it seems this is a common WM5 problem with a redy made solution there. Anyway, thanks again for your help!

Edit: Finally fount it! In the GPS settings in WM5's GPS Settings i set GPS Program Port and GPS Hardware Port to none, and I remove the tick on Manage GPS Automatically. Then, on Bluetooth I have 8 as incoming port and 6 as outgoing port for the Holux. Finally, opening TomTom's GPS settings I choose "Ohter Bluetooth GPS" (which incidentally has a picture of my Holux!) and choose Com6 (same port as the outgoing port under BT settings). Bingo! I'm a happy man! :D :D :D

So only three problems left: MMS (big for my wife, not me), and WLAN and BlueTooth turning themselves off when the unit suspends.
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] UniqueTouch:
Pocket MSN Messenger

Does anyone know how to get MSN Messenger working on WM2005 as it doesn't seem to get installed as standard.

Thanks
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] KTamas:
Re: Pocket MSN Messenger

It is integrated to Pocket MSN. (Added to WiKi)
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] UniqueTouch:
Re: Pocket MSN Messenger

Ahh, thanks KTama...yup found it.

Excellent thanks :)
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] eman:
Umm.. Errr.... I Cannot Change Themes!!!

Anyone has the same problem?

When I try a different theme, it never loads, whatever program I use, however way I use to load the theme... not even the default internal themes.

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Update : found this in editorial :

It seems the file format for Pocket PC Today Themes has changed: we tried a selection of our favorite extended Windows Mobile 2003 SE themes, and the color palette changed but the background image did not. You can still assign the JPEG of your choice as the background image for the Today Screen as a consolation.

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Unfortunately on my PDA it does not even change the colour palette.

There is a second default theme called bubble*.* something , it used to change the theme to violet.. Now it doesn't work anymore.. anyone with the same problem?
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] KTamas:
Themes work for me, except the SPB extended ones.
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] Mastiff:
I have all themes working, also the Spb extended ones. I think this, like many of the problems reported, are because of third party software that isn't compatible more than problems with WM5 itself.
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] pkfloyd:
:( :( i have do this instrucions, but still not have connected :( i have the "globalsat gps with sirf star 3 chip"

can´t anyone help me.... i dont want to downgrade :(
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] fusedwire:
spb themes.....

How did u manage to get the spb themes working? For me it goes back to the default theme. I donwloaded themes from buzzdev which work fine.
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] KTamas:
Re: spb themes.....

I have the same problem. I've added it to the WiKi.
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] fusedwire:
Extended rom unlocking help

Did anyone manage to unlock their extended rom? I want to do this in order to change the ugly splash screen. It give me protection error, like the pictures posted couple of pages back.
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] Mastiff:
I didn't do anything special to get the themes working, I suppose it may be because I don't use Pocket Plus on the Today screen, or something. In fact I only have Calendar and Messages there.
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] SKassam:
Re Pocket Informant

WIZ,

I had no problems with installing the latest WM5 version from WEBIS website. I deleted all the sub-directories on my storage card before I installed it. This just meant that I had to re-create my settings and colors. I am not sure about the notes because I was able to sync what I had in Outlook 2003.
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] eagle 1:
Re: Re Pocket Informant

How does PI run on the PDA2K with WM5? It seemed to really slow down my device when I ran it on WM2003SE. Since it was slowed my device so much i uninstalled it, but i really liked the app.
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] KTamas:
Re: Re Pocket Informant

PI for WM5 is sloooooooooooooow, and buggy. I've uninstalled it and went back to Pocket Outlook.
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] pimbo:
Re: Extended rom unlocking help

We also cannot change the dailerskins, :cry:

No one can help us so far? spended my whole weekend to this problem, and still not a single resolution or workaround aviable. HELP PLEASE...

Anybody here left with an extended rom in wm2005??? or able to change his splash screens.

:D
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] UniqueTouch:
KTamas, is that the beta version you referring to the release 2.1 of PI?

Thanks
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] odie3:
Yes, even the default Dialer looks messed up [at least to me].

Anyone working on the Dialer screen?
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] SKassam:
Re Pocket Informant and SPB Extended Themes

PI on WM5 works just fine for me. Make sure that you are using Build 414 which AKac updated last week. There are some some bugs but Akac has been fixing them if you report it on the PI beta builds page.

Re SPB Themes, I am using the extended themes without a problem. You may need to de-install what you have and clean up the registry because WM5 seems to have left de-installed software lines as orphans in the registry.
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] UniqueTouch:
Camera problems

I have installed the Camera fix created by Mamaich.

Ran Cab and installed, clicked Cancel on restart, powered device down, waited 30sec, soft reset.

I have also installed the button fix Cab too.

When I press my Camera button, it starts Windows Media Player 10 instead.

I can see the following files under \Windows folder...

Camera 588K

Camera 28B

Camera_Detect 11K

Camera_Detect 31B

Which ones should I be using?

I tried both Camera exes and they both give the following error:

Failed to initialize cemera.

Please reset the hardware.

36001:100:2

Does anyone else have this isse? Or is there a solution to this problem?

Many thanks
[MDA III, XDA III, PDA2k, 9090 Software Upgrading] pzenou:
intellidiqler and caller id

After downgrade and resizing, Wm2005 worf fine

but two soft dont work

intellidialer and caller id

any id?