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[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] ieee1394:
Are you connected to GPRS or UMTS when this happens? It's been a couple of years since I moved from DC to the other Washington, but IIRC neither Cingular or T-Mobile had stellar coverage of that area.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] vp3G:
So far, so good. :)

I don't know if it took a few flashes to finally lay down a good radio image on this thing, or what, but I struggled for the first few weeks. Even 1.38 didn't work worth a crap with the AKU 3.3 ROMs. It may have been the Trinity/GPS version the first time around, though.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] ieee1394:
Updated to 1.38.00.10 this morning using the sd flash method. Smooth sailing so far. :D
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] vp3G:
Cool, glad to hear it!

Maybe you won't have to shell out for that iPhone afterall. :p
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] dluisao:
Warninig this radio

Warning this radio , you brick your hermes not flash correctly.

if you have hard spl warning!!!!!
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] johnkay:
Hello.

I have loaded radio 1.38.30.10 and 1.38.00.10 but both of them protect the extended rom again. Am I dping something wrong?

Brgds John
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] vp3G:
Which ROM file did you load?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] johnkay:
loaded WMVI Black edition 1.2. After loading rom managed to unlock ext rom

using HTC_Hermes_SIM_CID_Unlock_v3 but this downgrades radio rom to a much older one. When I upgrade to 1.38.30.10 ext rom becomes lock again but still visible.

Brgds John
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] vp3G:
You've probably lost the "SuperCID" on your device. Hard-SPL negates the need to "unlock" the CID (which is stored in the radio) and makes your device always appear as "SuperCID" without changing the actual CID (thereby allowing you to revert to a factory ROM for warranty, etc.).

From there, the preferred tool for mounting the ExtROM for writing on WM6 can be found here.

As always, I advise reading the threads in their entirety first and understanding them before proceeding. :)
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] johnkay:
great thankx a lot.

Ill read and try. brgds
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] zim2dive:
Newbie chiming in here....

I upgraded my Cingular 8525 last week from the default installed 1.16 to 1.38.0.10.

In general my reception seems to have improved at least in one troublesome spot that used to drop calls regularly, but I also seem to have more dropped calls, very early in the call (within the 1st minute or less).

Last night I called my home answering machine 6 times... each time I heard one ring then the bonk bonk bonk sound, "call ended". In exasperation I hit soft reset and the next call went thru fine. The phone said it had 2,3, even 5 bars during this time.

I am only using the phone for calls, ie. no data connection.

In general an improvement in many ways over 1.16, but still not perfect. Mostly chiming in to add another data point for those with problems. Ideas for fixing this welcome tho... tho yes, you may need to use small words when you make any suggestion (I'm still learning... over a month spent lurking and reading the Wiki)

Mike
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] JamesAllen:
Like you, I upgraded to this radio rom over a week ago. Reception has improved and not a single dropped call, even in areas with only a single bar.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] Zgembo:
This radio is ROCK SOLID, especially with AKU3.3.1
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] teknics:
I had upgraded to the 1.38.00.11 radio and I experienced problems so I went back to what I thought I had zero problems with - 1.27.00.00 and everything was back to normal.

Reading about the GPS enabled Trinity version of this radio, I noticed there being some issues on the hermes - which was most likely my case. I will try out the 1.38.00.10 version and see what happens.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] ieee1394:
Heh. That wouldn't happen anyway. When I heard the specs on the iPhone (after the keynote) I went out and bought the 8525. I want to be able to choose what I run on the phone; I don't need Apple or anyone else to determine that for me. Ya know what I mean?

Still running fine with this radio. I'm in San Francisco right now and the signal is nice and consistent in comparison with my meager to crappy signal in West Puget Sound (across from Seattle). It's so nice to be somewhere that you can get a solid cell signal. :D
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] margatenj:
I installed both WM VI Black Ed. ROM v2.0 & Radio 1.38.00.10 on my Cingular 8525 after reading for over an hour to make sure I understood everything first.

I do not think this OS is any faster, but the radio is working much better ... tested it with a high bitrate webcast while moving thru out Philadelphia ... including the subway system with not one single skip in the audio... all the while surfing the net.

With the old radio I couldn't even get low bitrate webcasts to play without skipping with all the bars on my phone (and not surfing) and sitting still. The newer OS might have something to do with this too..

To everyone that worked on this, and the users that answered other users postings/questions (that I read every last one), just wanted to say THANK YOU! I like my 8525 even more.

..and Spb Mobile Shell 1.0 works fine with this os & radio upgrades.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] HunteR-RosE:
Since I updated my Radio version to 1.38, I having connection problems to the internet.

Specifically, it no longer likes connecting with *99#.

Is there any solution to this?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] insanenyc:
i upgraded to 1.38 about a week ago last night i went back to 1.34 for some reason i do not like 1.38 1.34 i feel was much clearer and stable for me and maintains a more stable 3g network 1.38 displayed edge alot when i was in a 3g area i am running black pro 2.0

how is 1.35 rom anyone use it?

margatenj u are so lucky your phone works on the subway here in ny we have nothing like that only on the lirr the trains but no subways
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] KarhU:
I am using it for a week now. No problems, no dropped calls, less battery drain (subjective). Best one so far.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] amber1303:
Hi,

I am using cingular 8525 (HTC 8525) and having trouble with a lot of drop calls regularly, very early in the call (within the 1st minute or less).

I am only using the phone for calls, ie. no data connection.

Is there a way of improving the signal strength?

What is this upgrade to 1.38? how does one do it?

Thanks,

- Amber
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] rupture:
That radio is SUPER OLD. You may wish to try: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=323957
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] pof:
You must start the upgrade using SSPL-1.09, don't flash it with the bootloader on your phone, to do this just make sure you start updating with activesync enabled (green icon) and SSPL will be sent to your phone automatically.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] Dr@gon:
i ve flashed the hard sspl oli... Then i try to flash the radio rom but i havent a USB connection after do that . What do i wrong ?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] riderhk:
thank you so much for your instruction, it's done
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] MrDSL:
Flashed this morning and so far everything is fine..

Hopefully this has a better battery life then 1.34 becasue I would be under 40% after 12 hrs with only push email on and maybe a few phone calls..
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] dereknas:
just to double confirm again...i've rom 1.35 installed, so the first step is to

Flash Hard-SPL v1.10.Oli on your phone

--do i execute the romupgradeut.exe?

Flash the desired radio upgrade using the RUU package

--after the above completes then i run this using the romupgradeut.exe extracted from HERM_RADIO_1.38.00.10_Only_SSPL.rar file?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] moisha:
I had the same. Just reboot the desktop and proceed with the radio flash.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] LinoX:
Yes and yes :)
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] moisha:
@dereknas

exacamento.

Hard-SPL/ROMUpgradeUt.exe ~ 1 minutes

1.38.00.10.Hermes/ROMUpgradeUt.exe ~ 20 minutes

@pof, olipro et all

+ No more BT disconnects as with 1.35

- Failing to wake up and SD disappearing again as with 1.34
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] randomelements:
Battery life seems ok with this but I'm having issues with a number of calls not even coming through to my phone even though I'm in an area with no signal problems.

I'll give it a bit longer but I may have to go back to 1.34 again or maybe even 1.27
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] moisha:
None of 3 previous off the shelf phones, neither 3 previous radio versions I used on 8525 with T-Mobile USA worked in the elevator of this skyscraper.

This radio does !
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] monx®:
pof. u are great. will flash it tonight and see how it works. i've revert my radio to 1.27. and for sure, there is no issue with 1.27. but i really curious about this new radio :)
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] jasonmoe:
question when i go to grab Flash Hard-SPL v1.10.Oli on your phone link there are two zips to choose from. do i just grab the hard-spl zip or do i need both? I have been reading and reading and am totaly confused on how to get the hard-spl on the phone.

Thanks
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] URPREY:
You just need hard-spl...To install it just connect your phone via ActiveSync, and run ROMUpgradeUt.exe
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] jasonmoe:
Thank you very much for the response!!
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] URPREY:
And BTW, just use the one linked in pof's first post.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] jasonmoe:
Yes that was why i was asking. when you go to the one linked in his post there are actually two different .zips to choose from. I wanted to make sure you didnt have to use the second .zip file along with the first. Does this make sence.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] URPREY:
Yes, sorry- you need hard-spl.

SPL-Olipro-MFG is used for flashing os.nb only, and isn't for radio-only upgrades :)
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] bodypilot:
I have it working on my HERM100 in the USA on Cingular.

I am using the LVSW WM6 ROM FYI and have not yet come accross any problems. Flashed just fine.

The 3G>GSM handoffs are still one way (down to GSM only) but I am thinking that is a Cingular issue not a TYTN issue.

Will report any differences I find but so far nothing beyond similar results to 1.34 to report.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] RabanJr:
I see two Radios

1.38.00.10 and 1.38.00.11

any differences?

Allan
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] drbowden:
.10 vs. .11 radio

Dude!

The .10 is for Hermes (no GPS) and .11 is from the GPS enabled Trinity.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] RabanJr:
DOH!

Me soo dumb :)
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] Zulee:
A newbie question, dosen't Radio flashing include unlocking of the SIM?!
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] Fidalgos:
Dear @Pof, sorry my newbie question, can you read on my signature my ROM version? (South Africa) boot loader 1.09. If I upgrade my radio with this rom radio I dont loose the videocall function?!. My Hermes is original unlocked... this file (hard-SPL v1.10.Oli) is the zip file on the first post of your link?, hard-SPL.zip/version 1.10.Oli ? can you redirect to the exact file if is not the correct zip? I dont see any zip v.1.10 so...I'am confused.

Sorry my questions and pacience with me!

Best Regards
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] simon1219:
Here is my steps that I have successfully upgrade my radio.

Note: Off your antivirus software and make your screen saver is off. While flashing do not doing anything to your PC. You may like to move your mouse to prevent any screen saver or power management activities.

1. If you have not flash Hard-SPL v1.10.Oli, unzip the file. Make your phone is activesync (connected) to your PC. Run ROMUpgradeUt.exe. Follow the instruction and your upgrade should complete in less than a minute. After this soft reset your phone and your PC and make sure that your phone is activesync (connected) to your PC.

2. Make sure that your phone is activesync (connected) to your PC. Unzip HERM_RADIO_1.38.00.10_Only_SSPL. Run ROMUpgradeUt.exe. Follow the instruction. You should see a white screen that shows the percentage of progress of the flashing. On the PC screen you will also a dialog box showing the percentage of progress of the flashing. Be patient, the whole process takes about 20 to 25 minutes. After flashing do a soft-reset.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] Arktronic:
You will not lose the video call function. The Hard-SPL post has the file "Hard-SPL.zip" attached - use that.

EDIT: Hey, 100th post! :)
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] MrDSL:
Okay after the first day using this radio I can say my battery life has improved greatly. I had 1.34 before and from 6am to 7pm it would easily be down to 20% with the alarm going off and all I have is push email and maybe a few calls a day and maybe visit 5 web pages.

After 16hrs its at 50%

Signal seems to be a bit better and haven't had any dropped calls. I know its only 1 day but my battery has never lasted this long for me and my use is pretty consistent daily..
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] Fidalgos:
THANKS and you are an happy man because is very dificult have 100 post :) dont reply to my post otherwise 101 :D

BTW ...boot loader 1.09... no problem on the upgrade? ahhhh I forget... dont loose your 100 post!

Best Regards
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] habibjamil:
The file cannot be found on the ftp site. Is there an alternative place?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] Prerna:
Don't worry, you're not the only one. There is no available explanation for newbies in Olipro's post. There's room for improvement in that field. Rest, great work! It looks much easier once everything is done! :)
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] Prerna:
Same here with the battery. I am surprised to see my battery level still very high after 24 hours. So far so good...
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] gurubumsmack:
Anybody in UK on T-Mobile having problems with this Radio version?

For some reason I can send/recieve SMS without a hitch but, making and recieving calls isn't working.

If I call my Vario II from a landline, the handset will ring but when I answer the call it just goes dead.

Anyone have an ideas?

Actually, I flashed it yesterday morning and then went to pick up my girlfriend. I made a call, got through and spoke to her without a problem using the new radio ROM.

Could the problems I'm having be network related? If that was the case, wouldn't SMS be broke too?

UPDATE: Right, I've just forced my phone's network type to GSM (was Auto) and the GSM/UMTS Band to GSM(900+1800)+UMTS(2100) (again, was on Auto before) and it now seems to be working ok. Signal strength is being reported at 2 bars under GSM. With 3G, it was reported at full strength. I'm now thinking that the 3G signal was reported incorrectly and is even weaker than the GSM, hence the call problems. Maybe 3G is having problems automatically switching and falling back to GSM when the signal is weak?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] Jygar:
T-Mobile UK this wk do seem to be having issues, the other nite the GPRS/MMS servers failed (again).

I had a missed call this morning and got the missed call text after 10am so I think it might be network, if you are having a problem downgrade to 1.27.00.00, dont seem to be any issues with that one.

EDIT : There 3G network sucks on the best of days.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] gurubumsmack:
Sounds exactly like the problems I'm having to be honest.

From what little use I did get from the handset/network yesterday, it was fine.

I'll give it a until the end of the weekend. If I'm still getting problems I'll downgrade the Radio ROM.

Thanks a lot.:)
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] Pc78:
I have noticed a slightly faster batery drain than in version 1.34 or 1.27...anyone noticed the same? (about 10%)..

Regards,

Primoz
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] Arktronic:
For me, I'd say battery life-wise, 1.38 + WM6 Black == 1.20 + 1.35 South Africa. Of course, it would have been better just to upgrade the radio and compare only that difference, but I was itching to get WM6 ;)
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] Fidalgos:
Whell... is done. Look my signature :) Radio version: Hard-SPL/v1.38.00.10

The only think I tested: call and receive GSM call with and without BT headset, video call with and without BT headset, MMS, SMS, GPRS and Wi-FI (I think the gain is more strong), and... for now all work very whell... is my only experience :) Maybe tomorow more coments about battery, etc.

Thanks for the people who helped :)
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] wpbear:
I was having the WM6 freezing when in standby mode "wont wake up" problem, but since Radio 1.38 I have not had this problem. Anyone else experience this as a "fix" I dont want to start a rumor that this radio fixed the problem. I was wondering if anyone else is still having that issue after the new radio. Other than this the 1.38 radio shows the same as 1.34 in daily use to me.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] randomelements:
I had major problems with this. Numerous calls were going straight to voicemail. I've gone back to 1.34 again.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] lokmeup:
After installing radio ROM 1.38.00.10 I have lost all access to my storage card. I am not at home to check the card on my computer, but as of right now my 8525 does not see my 2g SanDisk.

I just wanted to throw up a quick post to get a little feedback.

Ron
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] LegolasTheElf:
Have you seen this?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] guapinoy:
same here ! lovin' this radio
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] lokmeup:
Yup. I was using that fix before I did the new radio update. That was different symptoms. Before it would work if I ejected the card and reinstalled it or if I soft reset the phone, but not now. Not since the radio upgrade. Soft reset, battery removal, sim card, sd card removal have no effect and nothing has worked.

Ron
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] lokmeup:
Well, when I got home I checked out the SD card in my computer. The card was read fine, but some directories and files were missing (mostly my CABs!!!). Then I tried to copy the remainder of the info from the card, but many of the files were corrupt. The phone still refused to see the card, so I formated it with my Cannon camera, and now my phone sees a perfectly empty card. yeah :(

SO... IF your going to do any upgrading I would recommend removing your storage card FIRST.

Ron
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] LegolasTheElf:
Try replacing the Taiwan made SanDisk for a Japan made Kingston...
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] perlmane:
I had that happen as well. I rebooted and it fixed. However, it does reappear. But this happened with other radio ROMs as well, so I am not sure it is 1.38.00.10.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] lokmeup:
I think this is the next step... but i really hate putting more money out.

Ron
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] perlmane:
Do not spend the money. The manufacturer is not the issue. I use Kingston.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] k2bikerider:
My battery life has increased alot due to this radio update, usually I have to keep an eye on the battery during the day, and today it hasn't dropped below 50%.... excellent !!!
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] LegolasTheElf:
You obviously have the Taiwan card. Call Kingston and get it replaced with the Japan made card. The two cards are physically different. One korks3 the other doesn't.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] Pc78:
Strange...cause after 10 hours with 15-20 minutes of talking and 5-10 minutes with GPRS my battery dained from 80-30%...with 1.34 and 1.27 it drained at most to 50!...will check for few days...if the drains persists will go back to 1.34! I have noticed sth else...that after a few connections to GPRS/EDGE I cannot connect any more...have to soft-reset to get the connections working again...but don`t know if it as radio issue or an WM6 issue...

Regards,

Primoz
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] perlmane:
I meant to say I use Kingston AND Sandisk. I an having the same problems with both. Sorry for the misstype.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] gurubumsmack:
Take it you're in the UK too? Was the 1.34 Radio ROM working flawlessly before?

I was using the 1.18 ROM (old, I know!) that came with the SA 1.35 ROM beforehand without a single problem.

Will try the 1.34 Radio now as I'm still having problems with 1.38. Its been really hit and miss whether it works. Was out in town yesterday and my girlfriend got a full 3G signal on her Nokia 6233 and my Vario II was showing no network coverage.

The other thing I've noticed is the battery draining a lot more quicker.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] gurubumsmack:
Grrr!! Now the 1.34 Radio ROM is doing exactly the same thing!

Want to now try the 1.27 Radio SSPL package but the Rapidshare link is stating this:

Noooooooo!!!!!

Is there anyone with this willing to send me the file? Pretty please with a cherry on top?
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] marka2k:
I have had this same issue (data connection) after upgrading to WM6 running Radio 1.18 only happens once every couple of days though.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] westcoastgeek:
I have not had any SD card issues. I am using the Regular Sandisk 2gb card.

the only thing I notice is if I power off the phone, and power back on the radio cell transmitter does not turn back on, I have to go to the comm manager and re-select it back on.

Other wise all seems well so far.
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] boz:
I have been running the 1.38 radio upgrade for 3 days now on WM6 with no problems, the battery life in my case is ok, if not better than the previous radio 1.35 I had installed. I have also found the signal strength is much improved by about 20% with both the phone and the gprs.

Regarding the Sandisk MicroSD card problems, I have had none at all and I run a 2gb card and a 1gb card

:) :) :)
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] boz:
Here is a mirror for radio 1.27 for you, link tested and working :)

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=TXWV963U
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] gurubumsmack:
You sir an absolute legend! Thank you very much!:)

Runs off to download and install.........
[8525, TyTN, MDA Vario II, JasJam Software Upgradin] Pc78:
Looks like it depends on different networks...but the Wi-Fi as I know has nothing to do with the Radio ROM...I will try the 1.38 for a couple of days if this still persist will go back to 1.27 which was far the best radio ROM I`ve tried...

Regards,

Primoz