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[Captivate Android Development] Phoenix-Lead:
I understand they should not be needed but for people like my wife who leave apps open and running like browser, music player and photo viewer her battery sucks! I installed that and she loves it again. Brought her device back to life. It is definitely not for everybody. It is just a thought to help some people. Don't worry, this is not the results you can expect form the coming releases, this is just an attempt from work at a battery helper.

Edit: If this is not the "proper way to to address the battery issue" what do you think is? All ideas are obviously welcome just as they were when Hans was dev.
[Captivate Android Development] lanisan:
I agree, while I've shied many away from app killers, I would give this one a try. My battery has always sucked and I've calibrated a few times. I can attest a bit of it to my live wallpaper, I constantly have my screen on playing with it.. I don't know if others are as obsessed as I am or if I just need to try some of these other steps.

One thing I can point out is if someone is *here* they're certainly ahead of a person who might have been told at the store to get ATK... so FTK might be worth a swing. Battery issues are SO phenomenally hard to nail down.. Maybe we can work together to get a post/thread axura that lists apps, modem, kernel, rom, running apps etc and then narrow it down.. OR we could have a couple of us just run the identical apps and stuff for a few days on a new rom (no add ons sorry) and see what kind of battery usage we get. Especially helpful if we're in different parts of the country using different at&t bands. Additionally, if we're on different models 1006, 1007, 1008 cappys.. it's going to make a difference (I believe).

Thoughts?
[Captivate Android Development] TexUs:
Alright guys, I want to give this a shot but have a few questions.

I know how to get to stock and Master Clear, that's a given. My question is how to flash Axura with the SetiroN kernel.

After getting the phone to stock, do I use Odin to load up the kernel first? And the second question along with this, is which one do I need? Would SetiroN_v1.4.6_1200.tar.7z work?

Then after moving the kernel on there, I use CWM to install Axura with? Or should I use Odin as one step to do it all?
[Captivate Android Development] Phoenix-Lead:
Flash the ROM first using CWM. Then once it boots, go to the voodoo folder, create a new folder within it named disable-lagfix and reboot your phone. After that flash your kernel of liking through CWM and enjoy.
[Captivate Android Development] -=HOLLYW00D=-:
i suspect it has something to do with the modem. i set my phone to airplane mode at night and experience minimal battery loss. when the modem is on, i experience a lot more drain than axura 2.1.
[Captivate Android Development] NOSintake:
Man, I take one night to go to bed early, and this thread blows up, haha. Take care Hans, your work has been greatly appreciated.

Now, I have a question (not sure if I should leave it here, or PM), but I'm totally confused on all these kernal/modem swapping. I try to look it up best I can, to see what is a good combo, but everyone is running different CE's, kernals, and modems, so it's hard to remember what's what, haha. Basically I'm looking for stable, but faster than stock. GPS that can actually locate me, and hold on to that lock. And something that doesn't drain the battery. I'll go back and try to read some more, but this thread is getting quite cluttered, haha. Thanks for any help.
[Captivate Android Development] lanisan:
Do we know anything about 1.4.6? if it's stable, working etc?
[Captivate Android Development] newter55:
lol....i understand your point. My wife and daughter cannot grasp the concept that the home and back buttons serve different purposes either.

the biggest problem with using task killers is that they are used incorrectly and most things people kill will just restart automatically thus creating an endless cycle of opening/killing
[Captivate Android Development] Phoenix-Lead:
Do you use wifi a lot? that is an interesting point you bring up. Airplane mode as all of you know stop all forms of connection. So when you say you experience better battery life after enabling flight mode, that narrows it down quite a bit. I will look into that. Everyone else please feel free to do the same.
[Captivate Android Development] lanisan:
NOSintake,

I agree... I believe a new thread is about to begin. I also am in the same boat as you and am coming up with some ideas on this. I'm a good organizer, not a dev. I believe we can find a way to compile data more efficiently. Maybe PM me and we can brainstorm? (same goes for anyone)
[Captivate Android Development] born_fisherman:
although I'm not on axura currently, last night I turned wifi completely off (whereas I usually have it to "never sleep") and only lost 9% battery (I'm using JK4 modem w/ darky 5.2)

I don't think it is necessarily the modem per say - I remember a while back when monitoring my battery like a madman, when I was on the stock ROM, probably JF6 or JH2/3 - I would only lose 1-2% overnight with wifi off as the phone would be in an IDLE state - There is something with the custom ROM's that attest to the battery loss. Perhaps it is the kernel?

For me, I always have background data on, but SYNC is OFF. I don't use Gmail as my main email.. But auto sync definitely uses a lot of battery IMO.
[Captivate Android Development] newter55:
you can turn on airplane mode then turn wifi back on thus only stopping cell usage. Cell signal is the largest variable that we all have. I have excellent (-60 to-70db) at home so I can leave everything on and see 1% drop every 60-90 minutes idle time. I go somewhere such as my parents where signal is -95+ and kiss my limited standby drain goodbye
[Captivate Android Development] lanisan:
Someone smack me.. where do I go to find my signal strength please?
[Captivate Android Development] born_fisherman:
Settings-> about phone -> status :)
[Captivate Android Development] newter55:
*#*#0011# on the dialer will show signal band, etc

Or use signal strength widget from market if you want to be able to monitor it easily

Edit...born's reply works as well
[Captivate Android Development] lanisan:
Thanks,

I have 3 bars (out of 4 for this rom) and am at -95dBm 9 asu...
[Captivate Android Development] jpeg42:
I definitely suspect the modem here. I originally flashed with full battery, master clear, wipe stats ect. when set up Axura 2.2. Right away I saw the post about the Telus modem and flashed that too. I found with wifi on, my battery was killing about 10% every hour or more (even with no use). If I disabled wifi it was more like 3-5% per hour.

Yesterday I went back to the JK4 modem and with wifi on now I am back to 3% per hour, depending on usage.
[Captivate Android Development] newter55:
Signal "bars" are not an accurate measure and will vary how many show at what level depending on how framework xml and png's are set. For comparison always check your actual signal strength. Just for future reference if you are comparing to other roms
[Captivate Android Development] lanisan:
Lol.. I did include my gain on that -95 :) . I never rely upon the bars, either I can make a call, download fast or not. I had just the H symbol (no bars) and downloaded a 75 mb podcast at the Y in about 12 minutes.. so much for no bars lol
[Captivate Android Development] ninjuh:
I lost 3% overnight with assonance rom. I recommend it to anyone who wants a working stable bug free froyo rom
[Captivate Android Development] Phoenix-Lead:
Well now that's not nice. Hans and myself have put a lot of work into this ROM. Go have fun with Assonance.
[Captivate Android Development] hansmrtn:
Okay guys, this thread is gonna get closed! Make sure you check out Adams new one pretty soon here! :)
[Captivate Android Development] newter55:
Assonance is fine and mikey does a nice job but each situation is different. Much like gps, some will have success with a particular rom/kernel/modem while others may not depending on usage, as well as many other variables.
[Captivate Android Development] lanisan:
Here where Hans? lol..(thanks btw.. I'm glad you started this back up or I never would've gotten involved in threads.. Was so tired of each time I'd post I'd always get flamed in other forums.. either the people have changed or this group just really kicks A$$!! look forward to seeing your future comments. Good luck on your surgery and a fast healthy recovery occurs.
[Captivate Android Development] larmor19:
GPS

Just a little note on GPS. Everyone should know that changing any settings in LBSTEST mode, like your supl server or msbased. These settings are actually not maintained by the system once you finish with LBSTEST. The supl server is specified in /etc/gps.conf and also in the /etc/jupiter.xml. What I do find strange is that if you flashed the gpsjm9 fix the jupiter.xml has the supl server set to www.spirent-lcs.com and the port set to 7275.

Now my /etc/gps.conf specifies supl.google.conf 7276 which coincides with my /etc/jupiter.xml. Also if you will notice the jupiter.xml also has msbased set to true which enables that. So anyone who thinks that by setting it to standalone in LBSTEST carries over it does not. It is only a setting parameter for that current test.

Again I reiterate that any setting changes made in LBSTEST are not maintained once the test is completed. LBSTEST settings are maintained in the file /data/gps/secgps.conf. I can verify that any settings changes made in lbstest are reflected in this file.
[Captivate Android Development] tsachi:
I use ct schedule to automatically turn airplane mode on at midnight and off in the morning. That way even if I forget to charge my phone doesn't die. I also automatically turn it silent at night and normal in the morning so notifications don't wake my wife up.

Sent from mobile xda

Captivate running Axura
[Captivate Android Development] zelendel:
Ok guys Keep an eye out for the new thread.

I deem this thread closed
[Captivate Android Development] JayWheelz:
I lol I think that's what I meant. Basically instead of having a 3G icon we get a H for higher speeds through AT&T. Thanks for replying.
[Captivate Android Development] ryandelman:
Uninstall Quadrant. It's essentially useless for Captivates, especially when running custom ROMs.

I think there's much more validity behind Linpack Mflops but even more still, the way the phone feels to you. If it feels faster, it probably is, and when you get speed with stability from a custom ROM, you've really struck gold and that's exactly what's going on here.

-Ryan
[Captivate Android Development] bts0uth:
has anyone found any working themes for this?
[Captivate Android Development] Dr. Bogger:
Hans, When you say "Sgs tools, don't use any of there apps that you can install though!", do you mean I should not update this app from the market?

Cuz i just noticed there is an update for SGS Tools...

Is it safe to update it?
[Captivate Android Development] tdesbien31:
Wondering the same myself
[Captivate Android Development] Phoenix-Lead:
No, you can update just fine. There is a section called "update stock apps." Stay away from that!
[Captivate Android Development] Dr. Bogger:
Ahh, okay, gotcha!
[Captivate Android Development] Phoenix-Lead:
HSUPA is enable with this ROM. the :H" Does not work, it is a known issue.
[Captivate Android Development] cnewsgrp:
I was on perception 8. Here is what I did

- disable-lagfix then reboot

- charge to 100%

- reboot to recovery

- factory reset. Clear cache/data

- Install zip from sdcard. Choose Axura zip.

Worked great no issues at all. I really do not see the need to flash to stock at all. If you try above steps and still see issues then probably odin flash to stock is necessary.
[Captivate Android Development] zelendel:
I have been able to get black froyo theme running. Just disable vodoo before installing any theme.
[Captivate Android Development] hansmrtn:
That will be on the op when I make it! Thanks for pointing that out!

Sent From My Axura Phone
[Captivate Android Development] Mac11700:
Thanks Adam...this is the original stock one...correct ?

Mac
[Captivate Android Development] JayWheelz:
Thanks for replying man. I just wondered. I've already flashed my Captivate and my Vibrant to the Axura 2.1 versions. And they're great. I appreciate the great work and efforts put into these roms.
[Captivate Android Development] SeriousBizznass:
holy cow. this is beautiful
[Captivate Android Development] C.C.W.:
Got bored and wanted to create a wallpaper for my newly found love of RC2. Please distribute freely.

http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/photo/JS1c1Yo2P8FJgy0aid2x4ECjBZsPlIJMvouhLax9ER8?feat=directlink
[Captivate Android Development] bamonkey:
awww crap *&#S!

okay im very familiar with the flashing process and flashing back jf6 and master clear all that...but.. i was going to flash to jf6 and it failed went to computer android but hey i was still able to get to download mode *whew*

so i can get my computer to recognize my device/ it turns yellow for the com. i click start in the odin one click..it gets to file analysis...

and this is where it freezes. tried different ports and nothing is changing.:( i mean last time this happened when i unplugged it that was it..it turned into a brick and never came back ON again no matter what. so uhh.. any suggestions?
[Captivate Android Development] jhnstn00:
I use the camera fix from there.

Axura CE RC2.1 w/ excalibur 1.2.5, i9k camera fix, Smooth as silk..
[Captivate Android Development] ekerbuddyeker:
I ran a backup of my stock ROM. Using clockwork, can I flash back to that before flashing this new ROM or will this cause problems?
[Captivate Android Development] mrgoodwords:
Can anyone who has flashed to 2.1 give some feedback as to the main benefits of this ROM over AXURA RC1 besides the Gingerbread keyboard? I have been running RC1 since it was released and have been really happy with it.

Are there specific bugs that have been fixed?

Are there significant changes to the UI or Theme that can be demonstrated in a screenshot?

Has performance or been improved?

Just asking, not hating. I love AXURA but am trying to figure out if flashing is needed at this point.

THANK!
[Captivate Android Development] Mac11700:
Disconnect USB

Close and Restart ODIN

Pull the battery...leave it out for 2 minutes

Pull the sim card and the external SD card

Connect USB

hold both volume buttons down AND insert battery

Should be in download mode, click start

Mac
[Captivate Android Development] nizbot:
Just to be clear...

I'm running RC1 CE. Can I just flash CE 2.1 directly over this or do I need to flash back to stock first?

Thanks in advance and again, this is the bestest most sexiestest ROM I have laid my hands on yet :)
[Captivate Android Development] techjeep:
Clock app...

hansmrtn, what is the name of the clock app you are using. I want to replace it with the one that has the Timer built in (use it a lot for cooking) but I can't seem to find any reference to a clock app in /system/app.

EDIT: nm, found it using Droid Explorer. Was DeskHome.apk

Also I'm having a small issue of the wifi erroring out on reboot. I have to go into WIFI settings and re-enable it, can't even do it from the pull down.

Still great ROM.
[Captivate Android Development] Chargerdude70:
Me likee this so far....ODIN to JF6....master clear....flash...no issues.....headphones and hand set work during call.....thanks hans.....
[Captivate Android Development] id10terror:
Thanks for the replies.. I'm still getting acquainted with the Captivate\Android scene. From reading around I assumed Quadrant was a "standard" in benchmarking, since everyone always post their scores, compare them and boast about their superior scores :rolleyes:.

It is good to know then, that I can discard it as a test. I thought I was going crazy for a second here. I was like "I swear this ROM is faster and more stable than the others, but why don't the numbers tell me the same!" :confused: It all makes sense now.

This is definitely the best ROM I've tested so far. Hats off to hans!

PS-- has anyone tried a OC/UV kernel with this? I'd like to know your results..

PSS-- I meant "JF6" in my earlier posts, not "JH6" lol :o
[Captivate Android Development] tbong777:
Wow thanks....I will give that a go...and avoid Assonance 4.0 for today since it has the troublesome 1.5.4 Setrion Kernel going.....
[Captivate Android Development] bamonkey:
hmm i can say ive tried all that EXCEPT leaving the battery out for 2 minutes. getting into download mode is not a problem right now...its getting it past that file analysis after i click start. trying to leave battery pulled and will try again...
[Captivate Android Development] inneyeseakay:
Is there a thread for the Excalibur Kernel?
[Captivate Android Development] Mac11700:
Do it in that order...otherwise it will stay at file analysis

Mac
[Captivate Android Development] jay slasher:
So should we be running a lag fix on this? OCLF or otherwise. I'm not sure I understand what the difference is between that and Voodoo or if there is a difference.
[Captivate Android Development] Krad:
what happened to the ulk and bln options in recovery? Did I do something wrong? i no longer have those options with this rom
[Captivate Android Development] The_Zodiac:
agreed i also would like the stock clock app because in need its timer
[Captivate Android Development] bamonkey:
*doh facepalm* so i guess leaving the battery out was the key here as i pretty much flash using odin everyday for probably 3 months straight...wish i as lying. yep look at it go ;):D

ON TO AXURA! thanx for pointing me straight mac.. i think i was just freaking since the 'usual' wasnt taking
[Captivate Android Development] Lee1733:
+1, don't like the new clock app. Where can we get the old one?
[Captivate Android Development] jay slasher:
And should I assume that there is a reason why GPS isn't working on my phone?. is this a common occurence?
[Captivate Android Development] Mac11700:
Cool...glad to help...Enjoy

Mac
[Captivate Android Development] Haighter:
What is the deal with the system file being read only? Won't mount as R/W.
[Captivate Android Development] tsachi:
+1. Like the old one (talking alarm helps move the kids out of the house)

Have you been able to move things into /system/app/ ? I am getting "read only file system" error
[Captivate Android Development] Phoenix-Lead:
Yes
[Captivate Android Development] Chargerdude70:
Has anyone tried the camera app that uses the power button for shutter control? I placed it in the zip file before flashing but the power button still works as camera lock. Is it not compatible with this rom?
[Captivate Android Development] techjeep:
Clock app...

I pulled the one I like out of an older ROM and used Root Explorer to put it in /system/app then deleted the DeskHome.apk to get rid of the other version.

If you do a lot of ROM work Root Explorer well worth the money from the market.
[Captivate Android Development] Phoenix-Lead:
The proper gps tweaks have been used. Are you experiencing any other problems? Had it ever worked. Mine is flawless
[Captivate Android Development] Cezar`:
Just download SGS tools from the market and install it from there.

Or from here
[Captivate Android Development] mcord11758:
You are not using the correct odin. Go to the thread in development for odin and make sure you download jf6. You keep ending up on froyo because that is what you are flashing to your device
[Captivate Android Development] crupp:
So the file you provided in RC1 is already loaded in the ROM?
[Captivate Android Development] tsachi:
I am using terminal emulator. Never had problems before, but this rom I have permission issues
[Captivate Android Development] smokestack76:
Its nice to see everything back on track. :D
[Captivate Android Development] The_Zodiac:
gps works fine, just make sure you flash properly, then use lbs test

open up phone application dial

*#*#3214789650#*#*

*delete gps data*

*get position test*

do this outdoors in the complete open.

wait untill you get 7-10 satelties and accuracy 10/5 meters and it works great now
[Captivate Android Development] crupp:
When running lbs my server says "www.spirent-lcs.com" doesn't the fix use a different server?
[Captivate Android Development] ccdoggy:
Few suggestions for the FAQ.

There should be a step where it says that once the install from the CWM is done go back in the menus and select restart. I let my phone sit there for 10 min thinking i was supposted to NOT touch it.
[Captivate Android Development] jhnstn00:
Works here. get it from updated sgs tools under upgrade stock apps. Power button works to snap pics. Changes to i9000 camera.

Axura CE RC2.1 w/ excalibur 1.2.5, i9k camera fix, Smooth as silk..
[Captivate Android Development] inneyeseakay:
Just noticed... When downloading on my phone, it drops the file name to a single extension (AxuraCE_2.zip), I guess the phone is deleting the .1 to keep from any confusion about the correct extension. On my PC, it downloads with the correct filename (AxuraCE_2.1.zip). Either filename should work fine... :cool:
[Captivate Android Development] Phoenix-Lead:
No.you have to manually set it to supl.google.com. The fix is just a set of files.
[Captivate Android Development] The_Zodiac:
or you could not be a noob :D lol jk (but that is common sense really)
[Captivate Android Development] wesc011:
installing setiron's kernel on top of this didnt work for me after multiple MCs, flashes back to stock, etc. 1.5.4 nor 1.4.3 worked. Voltage control kept FC so theres no way to adjust oc/uv
[Captivate Android Development] Phoenix-Lead:
Yes. There is no reason other than hard ware you shouldn't be getting the results I am getting.
[Captivate Android Development] The_Zodiac:
what server port do you use?

and what other settings hsould you change?
[Captivate Android Development] jhnstn00:
I like new clock. Plug phone in, then open clock and dim the brightness with the icon. The time will float to different locations of the screen while you sleep so the image doesn't burn into the screen. The light is very dim too so it doesn't keep you up.

Axura CE RC2.1 w/ excalibur 1.2.5, i9k camera fix, Smooth as silk..
[Captivate Android Development] Phoenix-Lead:
I don't know what to say to that.
[Captivate Android Development] Phoenix-Lead:
7576
[Captivate Android Development] Mac11700:
We learn by our mistakes..(hopefully ;);):p:D )

Mac
[Captivate Android Development] Logic717:
You ppl are awesome, thanks for this, and search is MY friend :)
[Captivate Android Development] kamots:
did it mess withthe keyboard? when I installed it on assonance 3.1 it made all of the keys on my keyboards microscopic lol:D
[Captivate Android Development] koreancanuck:
Different kernel. Axura 2.1 is using xcaliburinhand's 1.2.5 kernel with the headset fix with no OC/UV I believe. Personally, I don't think OC makes much of a difference in terms of speed.. so I like it this way :D
[Captivate Android Development] satans spawn1972:
What is with the look of the Contacts button in the Phone app?

I looked through this post and did not see anything about this.
[Captivate Android Development] tbong777:
There are not a whole lot of user options in this ROM. It is what it is. Cannot disable lag, or select BLN. No VC..It is a plug and play ROM. I got Black froyo running but the power control widget is still Axura..... So many new ROMS today Assonance, Cognition......What do i flash nest? LOL
[Captivate Android Development] jtdroid:
Can't seem to send or receive MMS messages. Never had a problem before with previous builds of Axura.
[Captivate Android Development] Chargerdude70:
Thanks Guys...Got it with thy help
[Captivate Android Development] Mac11700:
Overclocking can make a big difference in speed my friend..

Download CPU Benchmark from the market and see for yourself.

Mac
[Captivate Android Development] drizzle67:
I agree.. i miss that feature. i hate having to adjust both. Anyone know of anything?
[Captivate Android Development] smokestack76:
So how is this working for you? Should i hurry and flash it? Would just call you but this is more fun ;)
[Captivate Android Development] Krad:
thanks for the info.. Is BLN enabled on this rom, can i turn it off?