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[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] smithjas1:
PPTFIX

Hi Slueth255,

I hope this hasn't been asked before.....

I installed the latest version, 1.05 (I think) after I installed the new ROM from Cingular. I still have the same problem. With PPTFix installed, phone dialer doesn't work, with it uninstalled, it does. I have done this a couple of times and get the same results and have no error uninstalling or installing. I am thinking maybe I am not installing the latest version? I am getting it from the first post in this thread:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=279585

Is that the latest PPTFix.cab file or do I need to look elsewhere?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] normanp:
I second that

On my phone after installation of the newest Cingular 8525 ROM PTTFix 1.05 disables the use of the jog wheel to call up the Speed Dial list as well as the Call history. When I uninstall PTTFix, all functionality comes back.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] normanp:
I noticed an additional problem after uninstallation of Sleuth255's PTTFix utility. When I start a program, I get a security warning from the operating system complaining that "This program is from an unknown publisher. Running it can possibly harm your device. Do you want to continue?" This is followed by information about the program. How to switch this security feature off?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] normanp:
OK, I found a way to fix the problem with security:

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http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=280101&highlight=security+unsigned+applications

the policies that control this can be viewed here:

http://msdn.microsoft.com/library/de...uritymodel.asp

the "unsigned applications policy" should already be 1.

change the "Unsigned Prompt Policy" to 1 also. I.e. change the following registry entry to 1.

HKLM\Security\Policies\Policies\101a

Note that the web page says that this policy is 4122, but 4122 is 101a in hex

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Hopefully, Sleuth255 will create a new version of his PTTFix utility soon.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] Sleuth255:
yeah, my pttfix app resets that for you. Uninstalling the app resets the registry key to its default value. Speed dialing is broken on the current ROM.... if you read through this thread you'll see that I've been playing "spy vs. spy" with cingular on this for quite some time now.... every time I fix, they break again.

I'm hoping to look at this but I'm going to concentrate first on helping with ShogunMark's PTT cab effort which will allow us to graft PTT onto any ROM. He needs a shim for button 5 that gives it PTT functionality.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] normanp:
Thanks a lot in advance, Sleuth255. I just want to kill this button, nothing else.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] peezy:
PTT for Volume

Hey guys, I love this ptt hack, good work sleuth! I hate using the stylus, and the only time I ever have to use it is for the volume. Im sure someone else already did this but if not here a little workaround using the ptt:

1. use mortscript to write a simple MouseClick(x,y) command to bring up volume

2. set ptt button to run your volume script

3. throw away your stylus!
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] WBrant:
In holding pattern for PTTfix

Based on posts #390 and #387, I see the current version (1.05) of the PTTfix causes problems with speed dial, call history, and security on new installs. I have just updated to the latest ROM on my 8525 and don't care to pay for the PTT service as none of my friends or family have PTT phones. I loved hitting the PTT button for voice dialing and hope to get that back soon. Thanks for all the hard work on this hack, and please update it soon to work with the latest ROM!
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] ludovich:
I just upgraded to the new ATT Rom and am experiencing problems with PTTFix. The 5th button works fine, but smartdialer and the quick access to recent calls using the scroll wheel aren't working. Is this a known issue? Is there an upcoming fix for this? Thanks much!
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] v3patel:
Work great thanks any way to backup voice prompt stored in device

Work great thanks any way to backup voice prompt stored in device?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] tallshorty:
I just want to reiterate this as well. THe Smart Dialer is no longer working in the new AT&T rom. PLEASE get that working.

I would reinstall older roms but I installed everything already and don't want to go through reinstalling all my programs again.

Although I was wondering if I can restore a backup that I made using Sprite Backup onto older Roms? If I can without any problems then I would.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] abricko:
careful uninstalling this application, you may want to uninstall then not reboot and do the security registry settings before rebooting the phone. my phone has been rendered useless a bunch of security prompts came up and i hit yes for each but now it's frozen only cure is a hard reset. please get the PTT hack fixed (i know everyone is hounding you) but it's one of the best hacks for this phone
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] deach01:
I'm not sure what I did, I think uninstalling PTTFix with SK tools has killed all PTT and smartdialer functions forever.

I've re-installed PTTFix and uninstalled again and no luck. PTT button no longer does anything at all without PTTFix loaded and Smartdialer Optons doesnt even come up.

I've unlocked my Extended ROM and reinstalled everything but I still cant get the system to revert to how it was before installing PTTFix.

Can someone with a working 8525 with the new 2.15 AT&T ROM post their HKLM/Services registry? I think something has gone missing.

Many Thanks
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] teknics:
Time for a hard reset, best way to fix everything. Make backups of all your important info with activesync or other form of back-up and let it rip.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] Sleuth255:
I'm away from my development environment presently... I'll be back on the 22nd and then I'll load up the official ROM to see what curve Cingular threw my way this time. My guess is that they've put some smartdialer functionality into pttservice.dll.

ITMT, somebody try this:

Remove my pttservice.dll (I overwrite the actual dll with a dummy to prevent it from re-registering pttservicewindclass) to enable the original dll then soft reset your device.

Does smart dialing work again? Does button 5 remain responsive or does it revert to PTT?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] sz0pf1:
I removed the PTTservice.dll from the Windows directory and then did a soft reset. There was no change in functionality.

The PTT button remained assigned to the voice dail function and smart dailing still did not function.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] bacry:
PTTFix a Lifesaver

Thank you Sleuth255 Really a BIG thank you to you. I really apreciate your contributions to this community.

Thats all
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] JRBWallace:
I have this exact problem, but I think I am using a different phone. Is your hack compatible with the Sony/Ericcson Z525a phone?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] todd_jg:
Well, the SonyEricsson does not run Windows, so this will not work.

Well, there may be one uncoventional method to try...

First, plug your phone into the elctircal outlet on your wall.

Second, lower it slowly into a tub of water.

Report back your progress!
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] Midget_1990:
worked for me on my SonyEricsson

(lol u think he's stupid enough to try? ;) )
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] DanD911Phx:
Cingular 8525, WM 5.1 update, 2.15.502.3, applied PTTFix from 2/20/07. Used to work on 5.0, still works on 5.1 but Smart Dialing doesn't and :mad: what nobody else has reported: Start->Programs->Phone hangs the entire device and requires soft reset. Bringing up Phone with the hardware button works, the PTTFix still brings up voice dialer. But Menu->Smart Dialing Options blinks and does nothing.

I did try removing your version of PTTService.dll and soft reset. No change in functionality or problems.

Sorry. Anxiously waiting your return. :)
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] blbeesley:
Yeah, I'm in the same boat as the others & like the previous post mentions, going to start-programs-phone hangs mine as well & requires a reset.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] fireman54:
Really weird. I have an 8525, 2.15.502.3 also. With PTTFix installed, only the Smart Dialing is disabled. No problems selecting the phone app with the menues. Everything works except the Smart Dialing. By removing PTTFix, then Smart Dailing returns. No hangs, no resets. Weird, huh?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] teknics:
The only problem I have had was the smart dialing, and I didn't even notice untill I read this thread actually. Doesn't bother me so I can wait.

BUT, reading this thread jinxed my phone, because I got a security error and I lost the press and hold on button 5.

I uninstalled it for now - strange that it has worked untill now.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] DanD911Phx:
Major goof in this post. Start->Programs->Phone (the app) WORKS. What hangs is the control panel, Start->SETTINGS->Phone hangs everytime.

Maybe fireman54 can try the control panel version.

Sorry for the original misleading info.

Update: 6/6/2007 -- issue is fixed by v1.06, see post 1 in this thread.

All issues resolved.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] fireman54:
You're right. It locks up when trying to access the phone settings. Hopefully, Sleuth255 can fix it.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] Boxster98:
I lost my smart dialer too. To complicate matters when I start to manually type in a phone number using the keypad my GoodLink Contacts automatically pops up, then I have to close GoodLink to finish dialing the number.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] allenlook:
Just PTT = VC

Nice work Sleuth255 :D

All I want to do is get the PTT button to bring up VC... I don't even need all the extra bells and whistles at this time.

I had an 8125 for a long time and it died over the weekend so I upgraded to this 8525 as of yesterday. I'm familiar with doing lots of registry hacks on the 8125 to speed it up and change certain features and functions, but I don't want to do anything to this phone yet except make the PTT function.

I'm also familiar with programs that wreak havoc. This one sounds like it was really great for a while and then CingulATT threw a new curve at it... :(

Any good news for us new 8525ers (1.34.502.3 ROM)?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] Sleuth255:
I'm reaching a breakpoint on WM6 and will have my 8525 available again soon.

My first focus will be to make the PTT button shim available to WM6 chefs so a PTT cab can be created on that platform however. This is because Cingular will release their own WM6 8525 variant in mid summer.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] bigdud:
No communication when in ActiveSync with PTTfix

It seems as though I can't access the internet when connected to ActiveSync since I installed PTTFix. Has anyone else had this problem?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] Sleuth255:
Check post 1 for v1.06 which works with the latest AKU3.5 ROM ;)

Phone Settings lockup fixed!

SmartDialer disabled issue fixed!

let me know if that pesky pttservice grabs button 5 back.... so far on my development 8525, everything looks good.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] nthdgreee:
Great Work Sleuth, it worked for me.

I did delete the previous version first, per your upgrade instructions, and rebooted. The device was coming up with some SPB Pocket Plus errors and remained in a locked up mode. Resetting multiple time did not "cure" this. Luckily with SPB there is a "Safe Mode". I booted into this mode and installed. From there everything went fine and all is working as it should be.

Thanks again.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] teknics:
Uninstalled the old version, installed the new version and rebooted. Assigned my button 5 and press and hold and all is good so far.

Great work as always!

Thanks!
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] absolutg:
works great, thanks!
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] schmidtbaby:
voice record button

How can I assign a button to record a Voice Note. every other PDA used to have this functionality.

I have the latest (1.06 PTT Fix ) and latest rom..

Thanks to Sleuth and all. THis is good stuff.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] rsolomon:
Sleuth you rock!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

At least at first blush, v1.06 is working great.

Thanks man!

Richard
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] samcham:
Well Done!

Sleuth, thanks very much for this fix. It solves my major annoyance with the 8525!

I have the latest AT&T ROM, and so far, no problems with smart dialing.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] DanD911Phx:
Verified v1.06 fix with Cingular 8525 ROM 2.15.502.3

Uninstalled old.

Soft reset to remove old fix.

Verified that PTT and SmartDialer work​

Install v1.06 pttfix

Ptt button still goes to pttservice, didn't check smart dialer​

Soft reset

Button 5 goes to Voice Dialer

Smart dialer works

Able to add Button 5 hold -> another application.

Start -> Settings -> Phone works.

:) Issue resolved for Cingular 8525 ROM 2.15.502.3 dated 04/09/07 Thank you very much.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] sklemow:
Thanks

You're the best. Works great.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] dmjoseph91:
download being weird

whenever i click the link for the download, my computer just downloads a file called "attachment.php" which just turns out to be a page that says i do not have permission to access this page. is there a direct link to download this?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] Sleuth255:
looks like something's blocking the download.... try it from your mobile.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] tallshorty:
SLEUTH! You da man!

Thank you so much! Finally I know what Smartdialer can do.

Now does anyone know a dialer skin with larger buttons that will work with the smart dialer? I checked PaulyA.com but all the dialer skins disable smartdialer. The eTen one is beta and i don't know how well it works with the Hermes.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] JaySHO:
Worked like a charm. I appreciate it.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] DSP316:
Great job-any suggestions

Hi Sleuth-great job man! I love the app. One thing I can't get to work still is the smartdialer-minor annoyance-any suggestions?

I have the latest cingular ROM and changed the annoying wav file at start up-it was getting me a lot of unwanted stares!:rolleyes:
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] Sleuth255:
@DSP316: the smartdialer works with this version & it should work for you too. Could be installation issue.

Try uninstalling my patch. Does pressing the PTT button bring up the PTT app now? Is the smartdialer working now?

If above is yes, re-download the cab from post 1 and install it. Be sure to install to your device (not your sd card) and reset after the install finishes.

Does pressing the PTT button bring up Voice speed dial? Does the smartdialer still work?

If yes to the first and no to the second then do this:

What's the CE Build number in parenthesis from settings->about?

Please post the contents of your HKLM\Services\PTT key and also the contents of your HKLM\Services\PT2 key.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] michaele847:
PTT Good, Smartdial Bad

My PTT button functions work great. Pressing it brings-up the Voice Speed Dial application (I'm thinking this is the same as SmartDial?) but that doesn't work because I can't adjust the settings!:confused:

In the Settings, Personal tab, I click Voice Speed Dial and nothing happens. It doesn't lock-up the device, it just doesn't do anything.

I'm on ROM 2.15.502.3.

The original ROM version worked fine.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] Sleuth255:
Voice speed dial isn't the same as smartdial. The Smartdialer comes up when you're in the phone application and you begin typing on the keyboard. It automatically shows you contacts etc that might apply to what's being typed.

Voice speed dial is different. You can add a voice tag to any contact phone number. Then, press button 5 & speak it to dial the associated number.

I'm not sure why your cpanel app locks up. I'll check mine to see if the same issue is present.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] liggett1:
"Voice Command"

Hey there, very new to this. You said to set press & hold to voice command from the drop down. I do not have that as an option. help? :confused:

Microsoft Voice Command

In Button Manager, simply customize the preferred Button 5 setting (I like to set press&hold to this) by choosing "Voice Command" from the dropdown. Voice Command sets itself onto the Messaging button by default. If you don't change this first, the button manager will remind you that only one button can be set for a given function....
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] DSP316:
Smart dialer is not coming up even after PTTfix uninstall

Thanks Sleuth255. I uninstalled the patch. Pressing the PTT button brings the PTT app up but smart dialer refuses to work even after the uninstall! Any suggestions? Pardon my ignorance-what is the CE number? ROM is 2.15.502.3 and protocol is 32.73.7020.16H

:confused:

Some more info:

I did use your latest PTT cab file and did install to the device. I am searching my device-were does the smartdialer program reside-I do not see it anywhere. Maybe it got deleted or something when I flashed the ROM-but I had a smooth flash to the new ROM and everything else works fine. Thanks.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] Sleuth255:
Voice command can be purchased from m$. Once installed, you'll be able to select it in the button manager.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] Sleuth255:
@DSP316: very odd condition you have there.

Your CE build numbers are displayed if you tap on start then choose settings then tap about.

The smart dialer should work without my patch. When you have the phone application up, pressing any key on the keyboard should bring it up. You might need to try a hard-reset and see if it works then.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] DSP316:
Thanks

Thanks for the quick reply Sleuth255-I figured out the CE build number. It is OS 5.1.478 (Build15706.3.5.2). It took a while for me to get teh machine to where I wanted to after the last flash-I think I will hold off the hard reset for now till I get some more time- I have it really customized so that it works great for me.Your app has helped me put the useless PTT button to two good uses. Thanks for all your hard work and taking time to post here to users like me who are not so technical...
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] bkeenan:
Shortcut Target Error

@Sleuth255, I've installed the cab and the button 5 options appear in button manager. Button 5 is set for Voice Speed Dial. When I press the button 5, I get the Shortcut Target error: Error opening the shortcut or locating the target filename.

I'm running the new AT&T ROM with no changes. I've installed the following programs:

HTweakC

Resco Explorer

Spb Mobile Shell

Spb Mobile Weather

Splash Data Splash ID

HTC Custom 1.4

.NET Compact Framework 2.0 Service Pack 1 Redistributable

Any thoughts on a possible solution?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] Sleuth255:
What's up with voice speed dial on your device I wonder? Go into button manager and try selecting another program. Can you even see voice speed dial in the list of apps?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] bkeenan:
@sleuth255

Sorry for not putting that in my first message. You should not have had to ask those questions.

1) Voice Speed Dial is there.

2) Voice Speed Dial seems to be the only choice that has this problem (I say "seems to be" because I didn't check EVERY choice!).
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] bkeenan:
@sleuth

Further information. If I select Voice Speed Dial after selecting and running another option (e.g., Windows Media), the shortcut works. If I do a soft reset, it no longer works.

Playing with the button assignments, again, I can get Voice Speed Dial to work on the press and hold setting. And, it survives a soft reset. That'll be fine with me.

Thanks for helping me think through the process.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] somepeon:
PTT hack works great but no vibrate???

Sleuth's hack works great!!! I can now assign button 5's 'push' and 'push/hold' to other functions. I noticed however that I do not get the vibrate notification for new voicemails and text messages when my phone is in vibrate mode. Has anyone else noticed this problem?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] EGiniger:
Smart Dial Not Working

Hi: I installed the PTT fix and it worked perfectly (I can reassign that button)but my Smart Dial is still acting funky. The feature seems to be active but after pressing a few keys and hiting "send" get an error: "Invalid entry, Please try again"

Any ideas if this is related to PTT? I was like this before I installed the fix too, so basically nothing changed by installing this fix.

ATT - 8525

ROM: 2015.502.3

DAte: 4/19/07

Radio: 1.40.30.00

Protocol: 32.73.7020.16H

Thanks.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] jjav8tor:
loaded on 8525 doesn't work

I am probably doing something wrong but it isn't working. The button shows reconfigured but the voicedialer doesn't actuate. Any help?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] jjav8tor:
update to error

Now I get error opening target filename message and it doesn't work. I can reassign the key to other things like media player and it works.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] kpk703:
Yup...not working

I get the "Error opening the shortcut or locating the target filename" message when I try the button after installing the cab. I shut down the 8525, let it sit a few minutes, and then did a soft reset. No go.:( I'm running the latest rom from the HTC site.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] kpk703:
Possible fix

I unassigned button 5 (assigned it to Media Player) and it worked fine. Then set it back to Voice Dial and it works. Gonna guess it's a funky reg setting. Good now. Nice program.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] jonty_11:
I did apply this fix and Button 5 is assigned to Voice Dial , but when I press PTT button, it says link tothe shortcut not found?

The following Fix worked though for me too!!!!!!!!!!!

I unassigned button 5 (assigned it to Media Player) and it worked fine. Then set it back to Voice Dial and it works. Gonna guess it's a funky reg setting. Good now. Nice program.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] jfharrison:
PTTFix - GREAT!!!

:) This works perfectly. A much better use for the PTT button, than paying a extra $10 a month to AT&T for PTT service.

Thanks!

---Jared Harrison
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] Glyutlin:
Thank you!!!

Worked like a charm:)
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] ricohen:
PTTFix.cab downloads as .htm

cant wait to try this hack. First time on forum. Hotlink for PTTFix.cab downloads as an ".htm" not .cab etc.

clicking on link fills browser screen with (random?) text/characters. What am I missing? would like to stop that annoying PTT function and gain something useful from this button. Thanks for any response. Take care, Bob