yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Sony Cross-Device General] mitsosJL:
I have noticed some improvment in my camera(but in very low lights it keeps greening the light)

Before i flash the mod i also flashed the super vivid mod port and i cannot really tell if it works or it is just my imagination :P (z1)
[Sony Cross-Device General] walkwitmeinhel:
My not work 4.4.4 romaur

Xperia Z1 C6902
[Sony Cross-Device General] Leo:
on my Z1

even vivid for video works now

previously i install 757's credentialmanager and everything back but vivid on video

now it feels good

camera effort seems nothing changed, macro focusing still sucks
[Sony Cross-Device General] YongJeah:
hey bro ! did you deleted both "CredentialManagerService.apk" & "CredentialManagerService.odex" before data wipe?
[Sony Cross-Device General] istux:
I deleted this apk (not the .odex one because of deodexing) ....and no it still doesn't work :(
[Sony Cross-Device General] KWOKSFUNG:
[MENTION=4699816]jimRnor[/MENTION] thanks for the mod may I ask if there's a parallel thread started by the EXR team?? I'd like to have a look since i'm able to read the Chinese language

Thanks :)
[Sony Cross-Device General] wind0zer:
Not DRM partition

This mod copies certain files to the /system directory. There's no point checking the DRM TA partition in System menu>security.

If you even flash-update or fresh install a stock (deodexed) rom, then you'd have to flash the file again.
[Sony Cross-Device General] SUPERUSER:
I flashed the mod on my Z ultra. Is there a definitive way of testing if its working or not? :confused:

However if I turn on X-reality and set it to "x-reality for mobile" and go back to the album app, images look more vivid than with the setting off, and even more vivid with the "super-vivid mode".
[Sony Cross-Device General] NiM72NiK:
guys i just flashed it twice.. one with wiping data and once without wiping data

but still nothing

running 4.4.4 UB trinity 1.4 z1

any suggestions?!

is flashing a ftf and restore the ta backup and then again unlocking the bl and installing trinity and this mod will help?!
[Sony Cross-Device General] jimRnor:
The Thread has been updated with new install instruction to let the mod work

The mods except need deodexed,fresh install, and It needs to delete CredentialManagerService.apk in priv-app before wiping data and flash the mod.

Because this will replace CredentialManagerService.apk with worked one :)

AND I REPEAT AGAIN, THIS MOD WONT TOUCHES THE DRM KEY PARTITION BUT IT RESTORES THE FEATURES(X-R,NOISE CANCELING) THAT LOSSED WHEN THE DRM KEY WAS LOSS!
[Sony Cross-Device General] _MutantX_:
You would have of to put " restoration of the functions DRM " in the title
[Sony Cross-Device General] KWOKSFUNG:
Sorry... A stupid question

where can i find the file CredentialManagerService.apk?
[Sony Cross-Device General] SUPERUSER:
/system/priv-app/CredentialManagerService.apk

mount folder as rw and delete file
[Sony Cross-Device General] GoldPunch:
It worked on my Z2! Thanks a lot!

Camera algorithm problem is solved.

Miracast is still not working.

Noice-cancelling problem is solved.

X-Reality or Super Vivid - I dont know how to I notice difference...
[Sony Cross-Device General] KWOKSFUNG:
Thanks
[Sony Cross-Device General] tocirah1:
Anyone had any luck getting it work on the Z3 Compact?
[Sony Cross-Device General] mai77:
security test in *#*#service#*#* menu :

me too (E1). this seems to be the only way to find out about possible missing key ...

which on E1 probably were absent in the first place :)
[Sony Cross-Device General] NicestRudeGuy:
someone plz post a tutorial

i am unable to get that the steps

plz someone post a video or post simplified steps :)
[Sony Cross-Device General] cyb3rillusion:
it worked for T2 ultra dual too...:)
[Sony Cross-Device General] cenk1303:
does the procedure wipe the data?

Hi, i wanna know if i do the procedure will it wipe all my data?Do i have to backup all my stuff?Thanks in advance.
[Sony Cross-Device General] iArvee:
If I were to update my ROM, for example eXistenZ's 4.5.0, can I just flash the DRM fix or do I have to start over?

EDIT: This ROM will be flashed via recovery and not via flashtool as it as a ZIP, and not an FTF.
[Sony Cross-Device General] jimRnor:
This mod is work for unlocked bootloader only and it will not have effect like camera improvement to ANY Sony device which are NOT YET UNLOCKED BOOTLOADER

will post it when I got time :)

A good news mate, can you share the step to work it on T2U ?

yes you need to backup all your data, because the mod will need to revert back to older version to let mod work

No, just follow the ROM update instructions to update the ROM, and Flash the mod zip after you done update it.
[Sony Cross-Device General] charlypaez:
I didn't TA Backup partition before unlock my bootloader for 1st time... This method will work for me? Z3 D6603 (. 93), I'll appreciate your advice.. Thank you!

Note 4, SM-910C Model.
[Sony Cross-Device General] NicestRudeGuy:
someone could post the DRM KEYS screenshot

for those the fix is working plz post the snap of drm

by going in the service menu:)
[Sony Cross-Device General] _mysiak_:
DRM keys are NOT restored so this menu will not change. Fix only enables usage of some functions depending on DRM keys.
[Sony Cross-Device General] jimRnor:
Yes it will, just follow the step on OP and you will gain your losted feature like X-reality etc back :)
[Sony Cross-Device General] charlypaez:
Great notice mate! Only one doubt more.. What FTF I need flash? My device is Z3 D6603 (. 93), and really thank you for you help my friend!
[Sony Cross-Device General] steparker1991:
can anyone please tell me how to get a FULL complete 10.5.A.0.230 ftf with TA partition for my c6603 xperia z iv search the forum and only found 1 link and its dead thanks
[Sony Cross-Device General] zirado:
Try this, I was used underbranded.
[Sony Cross-Device General] sh4d1t0:
Somebody can connect anf play with playstation 4?
[Sony Cross-Device General] steparker1991:
thanks for your reply i have tried looking for unbranded 10.5.A.0.230 ftf and unfortunately cannot find any with the TA included could you provide me with a link please iv been looking for 2 days now as my graphics on my xperia z is really poor and annoying me

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i did find this with the TA partition:- http://xdaforums.com/xperia-zl/development/stock-ftf-t2804551

but its not for my device as its for a c6052 and mine is a c6603

UPDATE:--- tried flashing above file and it bricked my device obviously cause its not for my model

but i cant find one for my model with the TA partition included please can someone who has done this for the xperia Z send me to a link with the FTF i need with TA

thanks in advance and sorry for all the reading lol
[Sony Cross-Device General] zirado:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2349279

[FTF]10.5.A.0.230 AU - Australian owners thread [Discussions & Firmwares]
[Sony Cross-Device General] steparker1991:
Thanks for your reply I've just tried to click that link and it came up with ?

No thread specified. If you followed a valid link, please notify the administrator

Thanks again
[Sony Cross-Device General] zirado:
Fixed, sorry
[Sony Cross-Device General] steparker1991:
Thanks so much for your help
[Sony Cross-Device General] evildog1:
why can't the author make the mod work for 23.0.A.2.93 firmware? using his .77 firmware can make my phone unstable.

The firmware is 23.0.A.2.93 - Unbranded - Nordic (1288-5411) and i'm from Denmark. i checked 23.0.1.A.5.77 firmware list but it does not have Nordic. the closer country is Germany
[Sony Cross-Device General] bromoxitos:
a stupid question

guys i wanna to ask if that works only one time????? i mean if you change a stock rom to an other one you must do the same staff?

sry for my english
[Sony Cross-Device General] Chocolatetrain:
No it stays, well it did for me :)
[Sony Cross-Device General] bromoxitos:
so after from a full wipe data in my phone(and pass to an other stock deodexed or odex it will works)?Great ty mate.:D
[Sony Cross-Device General] Chocolatetrain:
Yeah, for me on my Z1
[Sony Cross-Device General] squall_20042001:
it worked great on my c6903, remember, must use deodex rom
[Sony Cross-Device General] evildog1:
is it possible to flash a .77 firmware on a .93 formware?
[Sony Cross-Device General] Saikyo_San:
So as it states in the OP for X2 we have to use the older .67 firmware?

Can't I use a newer one as long as it has TA?
[Sony Cross-Device General] Criminal.K:
but my Z2 isn't OK...... after I did unlock Bootloader, they are not working. what is problem??

I did lock bootloader by Backup-TA-9.11. it is cause??
[Sony Cross-Device General] pampi09:
Follow my steps (D6603 - Xperia Z3)

---------- Post added at 04:59 PM ---------- Previous post was at 04:44 PM ----------

Once you unlock your bootloader, your device will loose the DRM keys. Therefore it says unknown error. Even if you use the restoration patch.

---------- Post added at 05:08 PM ---------- Previous post was at 04:59 PM ----------

No, it must not be deodexed.
[Sony Cross-Device General] Criminal.K:
I succeed. Just used Flashtool only. Using Backup-TA is problem when I did relock.

Thanks jimRnor!!
[Sony Cross-Device General] tomcatoggo:
Two small things I would like to have confirmed (as I also guess, other people are not completely sure about it as well):

1. the tutorial does not mention root. Is it possible to "normally" root it (as described by monx e.g.)... or just install a ROM like the prerooted and deodexed ROM (e.g. http://xdaforums.com/z3-compact/development/stock-4-4-4-23-0-1-5-77-deodexed-t2970741 )

--> as far as I understood it: both should be possible... then root access is gained too after the process is done

2. can any other ROM be flashed which is based on the .77 stock ROM (e.g. http://xdaforums.com/z3-compact/development/rom-m-xrom-t2981691 )

--> same: as far as I understood it: it should be possible

Am I right about those points?

current status: Xperia Z3 compact, .77, locked BL
[Sony Cross-Device General] pampi09:
After you've installed the kernel and the restoration patch, also install the root before exiting recovery.
[Sony Cross-Device General] LeonidasTurk:
Sorry for noob question.Can i do this on custom rom?
[Sony Cross-Device General] Masami1975:
Please guys but... really can we restore camera and audio original quality?

Inviato dal mio K015 con Tapatalk
[Sony Cross-Device General] pampi09:
Please read the whole thread instead of asking same questions again and again...
[Sony Cross-Device General] Saikyo_San:
where in gods name do i find .69 for Z2 D6503 with TA partition? O_O help!
[Sony Cross-Device General] _mysiak_:
Use search in this topic, it is mentioned few times (in fact, one page back). Or just google it.. :)

.69 firmware
[Sony Cross-Device General] Saikyo_San:
Much obliged! Hopefully TA partition is included in those variants. :cool:
[Sony Cross-Device General] evildog1:
i have not got any answers. i will ask again. is it possible to flash a .77 firmware on a .93 formware?

if so. will this DRM mod work with "1288-4960, Denmark, Telia DK, 23.0.1A.5.77 / R10B" ???
[Sony Cross-Device General] evildog1:
hello
[Sony Cross-Device General] D_Mon88:
with flash tool I'm sure it is possible. as for the firmware, I don't know. not sure what it needs for one to work and not another, but if it says. 77 in op then it should not matter that it is a Denmark version. try it and tell us. nothing bad will happen.
[Sony Cross-Device General] rubino25:
I apologize for obvious question, but If you unlock the bootloader and then restore the TA partition, the bootloader stay unlocked o not?
[Sony Cross-Device General] NetSkill:
if you backed up your TA before you unlocked the bl... and you will restore this backup it will be like you never unlocked it

so bootloader will be Facotry locked with all DRM :)

Edit:

I just restored DRM Function to my Xperia Z2 i followed steps from the op and it worked perfectly! I could not belive my eyes but this really works! X-reality works and most important thing to me was the BIONZ in camera and guess what? It works!! Who needs DRM keys now if the phone act like they are still here! This threat should be highlighted or something like that. Thanks a billion!!!
[Sony Cross-Device General] charlatan01:
Worked great on my Z3 6603. No need for DRM :)

Thanks!
[Sony Cross-Device General] pampi09:
Yes it is possible.
[Sony Cross-Device General] bibica:
Worked great on my Z1 14.4.A.0.157

You can check attach file :D

Thanks you so much :good:
[Sony Cross-Device General] rapak:
is this normal? when low light the preview is grainy but when captured its clear? its in low light
[Sony Cross-Device General] sh4d1t0:
Yeah it's normal, it's part of the process image by Sony
[Sony Cross-Device General] rapak:
i guess it works just as OP describe it, mine in unlocked BL and just followed OP's step
[Sony Cross-Device General] lol1rfs:
So, I'm pretty new with this rooting and unlocking bootloaders. I've had my Z3 for about 3 months but I haven't wanted to mess with it until this DRM fix came. It's currently stock.

Could anyone please sum up op's post in a guide for a beginner?
[Sony Cross-Device General] Sethi1985:
Full TA

Can anyone point me a link to where i can find the FULL TFT with TA for 23.0.1.A.5.77 ?? : (
[Sony Cross-Device General] pw1nce:
hi guys , i have a question , will this mod work with any rom ? i mean we can flash it on stock , aosp etc and it will restore the lost functions or its just for stock? thanks
[Sony Cross-Device General] dawidek1258:
Just based on stick
[Sony Cross-Device General] jass619:
Hi!

I am using Sony Xperia Z2 with unlocked bootloader.

Can I use latest 23.0.1.A.3.9 with TA partition in this process?
[Sony Cross-Device General] sh4d1t0:
Yes you can up to 3.9.. 3.12 with TA partition, I was used .167 with TA and work it
[Sony Cross-Device General] jass619:
Does every stock ftf include ta partition?
[Sony Cross-Device General] jass619:
help needed

Can u give me the link to .167 ftf with TA ?
[Sony Cross-Device General] sh4d1t0:
I downloaded and created by myself with xperifirm: http://xdaforums.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/pc-xperifirm-xperia-firmware-downloader-t2834142

When you are creating don't exclude TA files

I'm exclude the kernel when I was flashing TFT (so I didn't lost the recovery and I can flash this patch on first boot)
[Sony Cross-Device General] jass619:
help !

Can u pls tell me the steps to do the same ?
[Sony Cross-Device General] sh4d1t0:
Steps here: http://www.xperiablog.net/2014/08/1...re-files-using-xperifirm-and-flashtool-guide/

Remember don't exclude TA files.
[Sony Cross-Device General] jass619:
Thanks man ! Downloading firmware files now

one question . should i tick/untick the unpack automatically option in xperifirm ?
[Sony Cross-Device General] sh4d1t0:
Untick, it's better unpack with the last version of flashtools
[Sony Cross-Device General] jass619:
It didnt worked for me

I am using Sony xperia z2 d6502 . I followed all the steps and then flashed existenz4.0 rom which is deodexed . Then i flashed the mod zip .

But i didnt see any of the DRM functions working. Pls help
[Sony Cross-Device General] sh4d1t0:
I'm on d6503, but.. Before to flash existenz 4.0, did you have DRM functions?
[Sony Cross-Device General] jass619:
After unlocking the bootloader I directly fastbooted androplus kernel and then flashed existenz 4.0 and then the mod through twrp...

UPDATE : I tried checking the drm functions on stock rom .After doing the process i flashed androplus kernel and flashed the mod through twrp and then just booted into stock rom , but the mod didnt seem to work !

What could I be doing wrong ?
[Sony Cross-Device General] Nummer35:
The method totaly works for my device (Z3C) :) so happy!!
[Sony Cross-Device General] dillalade:
I too have the z3c. Can you detail which features this restoration rectifies?

Is it solely the camera that gets fixed or all Sony parts: ps4 remote play, bravia engine etc?

Thanks in advance
[Sony Cross-Device General] ewMAXIMUS:
What does ot meen? This will recover not saved ta drm?

Were i can read more about? Thank you)
[Sony Cross-Device General] Nummer35:
i followed the steps from post 348

1.Flash ftf file "23.0.1.A.5.77" by Flashtool.

2.Relock bootloader by Flashtool.

3.Flash ftf file "23.0.1.A.5.77" by Flashtool AGAIN.

4.Unlock bootloader by Flashtool.

5.Flash boot.img "AndroPlusKernel v12" by Fastboot.

6.Install DRM restore zip by TWRP.

7.reboot.

I'm just curious about the camera. Didn't check the other stuff.

Greets
[Sony Cross-Device General] infinitylook:
Did someone tried pn z3tc
[Sony Cross-Device General] GeekyAndroid:
Hi all,

I'm currently running CM12 on my Z2.

I'm also really interested in RemotePlay, however I believe that only works in 4.4.4 stock.

I tried to lock the bootloader and sadly RemotePlay still did not work.

Did anyone test RemotePlay on Z2 or Z3? Does it work?

Thanks.
[Sony Cross-Device General] Sethi1985:
O coulndt make it work on my z3c br.. Picture still With noise

Any 1 can assist me,please? O donate 1$ if work out.. ?
[Sony Cross-Device General] Sethi1985:
A pic to check how **** it is ?
[Sony Cross-Device General] jimRnor:
The remote play is still an only things that couldn't worked.

Can you tell me your way to flash this mod?or have a pm to me :)
[Sony Cross-Device General] Sethi1985:
I did sent you a PM :(

Please help!! :crying:
[Sony Cross-Device General] Sethi1985:
DRM Z3 Compact (Working NOW)

Hello there,

I´ve thought to do the step by step here, because im trying to solve my Camera NOISE for a couple of days and just found the solution now, so maybe others are having the exctly same issue as i was.

First of all, the TFT that is on XDA for my phone D5866 (BR) doesn´t have the TA folder, so i follow instruction from another post and created my own TFT with TA Folder.

I´m not sure if i can post links here, so i won´t (to avoid any problem).

Search for XperiFirm if the TFT you found doesn´t have the TA partition as mine didn´t and create your own!

After that, here is what i did (i didn´t BOOT phone in any step into SYSTEM - all was done on flashmode, fastboot, recovery without any previous boot into system!!)

#1 Flashtool - flash the TFT with TA and CHECK "Reset Customization"!! - after done, close flashtool and unplug usb

#2 Flashtool - LOCK - after done, close flashtool and unplug usb

#3 same as 1 - after done, close flashtool and unplug usb

#4 Flashtool - UNLOCK - after done, close flashtool and unplug usb

NOW what i was doing wrong!! (was rebooting to go to develpment tools, enabling USB debugging and than with FlashTool enter fastboot).

Here is what i did (without any reboot into system):

Close flashtool and unplug usb

Now, with VOLUME UP, connect USB.. you will enter fastboot

flash the AndroPlus Kernel (that has TWRP): fastboot flash boot boot.img (you should know how to get the boot.img, i suppose)

after flash kernel, use: fastboot reboot

AND AS FAST AS YOU CAN, UNPLUG THE USB CABLE AND START PRESSING VOLUME UP TILL TWRP SHOWS UP!! NOT HOLD, BUT PRESSING LIKE HELL!

you will join TWRP, than you flash the DRM zip file.

you´re done!

i didn´t "root" on this step, i boot into system, tested NOISE reduction that wasn´t working till now.. and it was 100% !!

than i reboot into recovery and flashed the SU to get root again.. now im all good to go and happy as hell!!

hope this help someone :)

and thanks for the OP to answer my PM´s and get some time to try to figure it out later :)

:cool::laugh::good::cowboy::D
[Sony Cross-Device General] Sewpar:
I have some questions:

1. After you done all this, can you lock the bootloader? Because I don't get Sony app updates via Sony Update Center thingie and I would like to get them

2. Any way to get PS4 Remote Play working after unlocking bootloader?
[Sony Cross-Device General] t1than:
Forgive my silly question.

i'm just a newbie.

currently, i have xperia z c6602 with stock 10.5.a.0.230 rom, unlocked bootloader with cwm recovery and rooted.

we all know that on stock 10.5.a.0.230, bravia engine works well although the bootloader is unlocked, and my current stock is odexed, then if i go with the process, will it become deodexed or i need to deodexed it first?

and the important question, If I go with the process, and install the latest stock 10.5.1.a.0.292, will the bravia engine work?

Thank you in advanced sir :)
[Sony Cross-Device General] 3dguru:
Sign the petition here:

Search in google as:

sony-corporation-fix-the-bootloader-unlocking-problem-with-the-xperia-z-series
[Sony Cross-Device General] evildog1:
what do you mean with pressing and not holding? you mean just press without holding?
[Sony Cross-Device General] ankade:
security test in *#*#service#*#* menu :

Thanks for clarification. I am well aware of that.

But

1) before I unlock the bootloader, I want to study the whole problem. Because it might still be a better choice to simply sell my Sony E1 again, if unlocking and flashing destroys or deteriorates the camera function.

2) I was wondering why "*#*#service#*#* menu --> Service tests ---> Security" shows "No data" on my unrooted, locked, brand new Sony E1. Is it perhaps the case that this phone E1 does not have any DRM keys, anyways?
[Sony Cross-Device General] Sethi1985:
Yes, like hold unhold hold unhold hold unhold real quick.. i think the word "press" is wrong.. but is like.. that.. hold unhold hold unhold lol

if you just hold, it goes to fastboot, and not recovery..
[Sony Cross-Device General] evildog1:
just press 2-3 times?
[Sony Cross-Device General] Sethi1985:
* AND AS FAST AS YOU CAN, UNPLUG THE USB CABLE AND START PRESSING VOLUME UP TILL TWRP SHOWS UP!! NOT HOLD, BUT PRESSING LIKE HELL!

Start pressing volume up untill recovery shows, its not 2-3 times only...
[Sony Cross-Device General] Ahmed-07:
Sorry for being a noob :D

for Z2

you said that we can't flash any newer rom rather than 17.1.A.2.69

does that mean i can't install any rom and if i installed any rom i will have problems? because most of roms are depending on the newest Sony builds .. like the Z3 rom for Z2 by EXR team

and what does that mean?

sorry for being a noob again :D
[Sony Cross-Device General] jimRnor:
No, my meaning is after complete the steps at OP, you can flash back your rom or any latest rom you are using now(just flash the mod zip after you done flash it)
[Sony Cross-Device General] ngageza:
Thanks You

It Work On XPERIA ZR

Test With Bravia Uncheck and Check

Photo Have Different
[Sony Cross-Device General] HotA3:
Only works for albums and camera. x-reality - vivid not working for home screen.
[Sony Cross-Device General] sh4d1t0:
Movies Sony app, mxplayer, and Crunchyroll
[Sony Cross-Device General] HotA3:
Thanks!
[Sony Cross-Device General] theplagueisback:
Hey man, I'm running CM12 and I have made a backup of my TA partition, is it possible to restore the partition and flash your mod the way it is now or I'll have to go back to the stock ftf flashing and start all over again?

Thanks
[Sony Cross-Device General] Bazooka Tooth:
Hey just wondering if this'll work for me. I use a modified rom based on 4.4.4 but I need to flash a stock 4.4.4 rom 1st to get it to work, if I flash a stock ftf then the modified rom then Andro plus kernel then flash the drm zip will it still work?
[Sony Cross-Device General] specter16:
will this work on [ROM][Z][KK][LB,UB][.292] eXistenZ Ultimate | 3.5.0 | Light & Dark | AROMA | 07/02/15
[Sony Cross-Device General] zirado:
Yes it will, I am using with with 3.5.0 and earlier with 3.0.0.