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Hi guys,
I developed an application that simulates, somewhat, the Safe Mode on Pocket PC. I needed it because many times my PDA kept self-reseting or froze after I installed certain programs. It just temporary disables the Startup programs, allowing you to uninstall them.
How it works:
-soft reset device with stylus
-immediately afterwards, keep pressing the Action key until you see a message saying that the PDA is running in Safe Mode.
-uninstall any buggy program, if necessary
-soft reset device normally, and the Startup programs will run again.
The application is freeware and you can find it at www.monocube.com.
Let me know what you think.
Regards.
Brilliant idea. :idea: :idea: Thank you.
Let me know if you have any ideas in further developing it. I will make a new version tomorrow, so you can also disable the 3rd party Today plugins (i.e. only the standard ones will be loaded).
Hi guys,
I've updated SafeMode to version 0.2. Now the program also disables Today plugins, showing a "Safe Mode" screen instead.
Please check www.monocube.com for updated info on usage
Regards.
Updated to v0.3, added Landscape/VGA support
EDIT:
Updated to v0.41, changed the functionality a bit. Now you will see a message asking you if you want to enter Safe Mode.
Please get the updated version, it fixes some issues with some PDA models and adds this new functionality.
Updated to 0.5
Added disabling of Services, and a few other features.
Please let me know what u think.
monocube said:
Updated to 0.5
Added disabling of Services, and a few other features.
Please let me know what u think.
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Nice one and good safety tool for beta testers (and not only )
One small bug though: on my xda II it mixes up the blue screen with the today theme :shock:
nothing important, anyway
thanks for this useful tool
ummm, do you have v0.5? there's no more blue screen, just your currently selected theme as background.
if you are using it, could you post a screenshot?
FANTASTIC util - and a great idea Many thanks m8!
I tried it but how can I use it using WM2005.
Can I rename/delete ROM/System files under Safe Mode?
Fantastic Idea!!! this is a must have to every people who has a pda.. good work
Unfortunately it will not work yet work with Magneto, one of the reasons being services now require a digital certificate (which costs a lot, at least for me). So I guess we should all thank Microsoft for that
hi guys,
just updated to v0.6. it now disables 3rd party SIP plugins.
enjoy.
cool! i like. hehe.
updated to 0.65. SafeMode is now unloaded from memory on normal reboots. Also, you can have your own "safemode.wav" file in your Windows folder (also changed the default sound to voicbeep.wav, the alarm seemed to annoy people ).
Thats really EXCELLENT work, pravo :wink:
This is really what I wanted, long time ago, cus sometimes I install programs that hangs up my PPC & forces me to do a hard reset!
I have one comment: if you can change the text's color to be something else other than white; cus I have a white today backround image, so I couldn't read the text!
Maybe you can use an XOR text mode (I use it in windows desktop application, but I don't know if it's supported in WinCE)
Anyway, thanks alot monocube,, really its something great
I wonder why Micro$oft missed it out! :roll:
Thanks ezzkht.
I've also updated it to v0.67. It now fixes some issues with Korean (and perhaps other) ROMs and with Password screen being enabled.
The text color should be the same as your current Today font color (so it changes with the theme) - but that apparently doesn't work with some older themes. Anyhow, for next version the color will be user selectable.
Take care all.
As I have said on the other thread, I will be using this app so long as I keep testing betas and alphas thanks for the time and effort m8.
Unfortunately it will not work yet work with Magneto, one of the reasons being services now require a digital certificate (which costs a lot, at least for me). So I guess we should all thank Microsoft for that
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Now aint that a ***** no safemode and no wifi activesync. Are we going backwards here?
One cquestion about using this app though. I guess it would be easy to circumvent the password protect screen login if it were enabled?
I'm not sure I understand what you mean. You would want the password screen automatically disabled in SafeMode?
safemode.wav
Anyone has a pleasant safemode.wav to share?
Hello one and all.
I have been looking at this forum for about 1 week and i'm still none the wiser. This may be because I have no idea what im doing and I am a little worried about making rom changes as I have no experinace of this.
I have a 02 exec. Which i am happy with but its a bit slower than I thought it would be. The phone seams to mess around when answering.
I have booted it up as normal on the basic setting.
A few questions that I have :-
What is the best setting to boot up on basic or corperate with the code ?
What reg changes are critical to boost performance ?
Any Software that I should get for the Xda ?
VGA settings do I need to change them ? What effect does it have.
Any advise would be good. If it could be given in a format my 2 year old could understand that would be good for me.
Thank you in advance
You'll find a wealth of information on each of your questions by browsing & searching the posts already on this forum.
thanks moandal that's why I posted.
1 post says basic setup another say corporate. 1 post says hack this that and the other. another says not to.
I'm new to pocket pc.
these forums do not make it clear what is best.
example radio version 1.06 or 1.08 at least 3 posts on here saying each one is better than the other. I have no idea.
all I was asking for is some guidance as to which set up has worked best for people.
@CRJL you've one up on me mate - I did not even know this thing had two modes!!!
BTW, why is that? Someone mentioned somewhere a corporate password - how to enter this & why would I want it.
BTW CRJL, I agree with you, these little devices are very confusing, espcially because the front end software (WM5) is soooooooo labourious!
Andy
when you hard reset the thing. after all the rom stuff loads up it gives you the choice of basic set up or corporate. it selects basic automatically after 20secs.
if you tell it corporate then you have to put the code 0506 in. this the uninstalls some stuff off the exec. you loose mms and all the gprs an 3g settings for conecting to the net. (i don't know what else it does) some of the people in the forums say it makes the exec faster. I could not really notice any difference.
you loose a few applications as well.
until I learn more I'm staying in basic.
I find these forums are for more advanced users so the simple questions tend to get missed. (im talking abot my first post) still not had a reply answering my questions
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What is the best setting to boot up on basic or corperate with the code ?
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for this you should first make a hard reset (carefull, with hard reset you will loose all data!) by pressing both app buttons and reset at the same time.
When it starts up, after the installation countdown shows up you should make a reset to stop the automatic setup.
Now you have a machine, which is only basic setup. See how you like the things in there.
After you now enough about this, you can make same hard reset again and start the corporate setup. Then see, how you like this setup.
After this do same with basic setup.
In total you have then an idea, what you can have with the 3 different setups.
Now you can decide, which of the 3 setups you want to start with. After this, you should read the posts about Extended Rom, how to unlock it, which programs are in there etc. Then you get an idea for example how to install some software in the basic setup.
Also, you can add some programs from other Roms. For example I have an MDA Pro and I added the I-Mate Backgammon game to my setup.
Try out and see what customizations you want and need, which you do not want.
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What reg changes are critical to boost performance ?
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Basically, this does not really make difference. Forget about reg changes. Performance depends on running programs and setup - see above.
As far as I know, o2 installs some app in the basic setup, which makes the device slow. As I never tried o2 rom, I do not know, if this is true.
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Any Software that I should get for the Xda ?
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read here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?t=31697
here also I recommend to try out the software and just keep the ones you like.
In total I would recommend you to create a directory on your PC where you put all the setup and cab files, which you want to have in your final setup. After trying out all, make a hard reset again and install the files from this directory. This prevents any junks to be left behind from your previous tries.
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VGA settings do I need to change them ? What effect does it have.
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I think, you get more problems than it helps. Some programs appear too small on the screen. And when you make a Romupdate this does not work anymore.
I recommend not to install any VGA Patches. Instead just set the text size to more small and search in this forum for some registry hacks to change system font etc. and see if you like it, when the font is more small (this is good for Opera or PIE as you can view complete page!)
Nice reply, thanks mate!
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what are the ><ahem, ahem>< "app buttons"
Andy (thicky wicky Blacky wacky Adder)
thank you. I will give the 3 setups a go. I did read that if you soft reset before the counter that video calling does not work.
will give it a go and see what happens I'm sure there will be a cab file on here to sort it out.
anyone wishing to add any pearls of wisdom fee free. I'm learning more and more all the time.
app buttons: the buttons on the keyboard, which have changing functions. these functions are shown at the bottom of the screen. These buttons can be found to the right and left of the red and green call buttons on the keyboard.
about video calling: yes, this feature is installed after you switch on first your device. it is activated with one cab file. If you can find out which cab file this is, you can install it manually in the basic setup.
Hi! I also posted this in the Wiz thread, but all you app makers might not check all threads so I post it here too if it is ok.
I have been searching for an app to easily change input method.
While driving I have my 9100 set in portrait and when receiving a message I would like to swap input method from block rec. to phonepad easily. The tiny arrow is very difficult to hit while sitting in the car.
Anyone know an app or can figure out a way to solve this?
It's a very old app, but have a look at this one I wrote. It needs updating to be more usable, but should do what you ask.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?t=26586&highlight=sipswitch
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Thanks vijay, I will try it out!
It works perfect, thanks vijay. I use it in combination with mortbuttons. I am very happy now, the only thing I miss now is to have the wifi on/off in the system tray.
Still waiting for the official qtek aku 2 rom update.
Hi All,
I have a VPA Compact II (Cingular 8125) and am synchonizing this with the Exchange Server of my company.
My company have set a policy that the device is locked after 15 minutes.
My problem here is that I am using a navigation software and during my ride the device igets locked every 15 minutes. Very annoying.
Anybody knows a solution for this?
Is there a way to keep alive the device?
Thanks
Ooops.
SOrry found the solution already.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?t=47912&start=0&postdays=0&postorder=asc&highlight=
Sorry again
Must.....get......feedback.....
rogierh,
Let me know how it works. I've received zero feedback on this. I'm curious if people are using it, but just not posting feedback or if its too damn complicated and I need to refine my directions.
Justin
Hi,
I just installed and configured it as you discribed.
Unfortunately my device still gets locked up after 15 minutes (from the policy).
Till the 15 minutes are over the device is kept alive. Normally the backlight would die after 2 minutes, it now stays switched on.
Any idea?
I used the short methode of step 3.
Thanks a lot for your help.
Couple of questions first....
1) What gps software are you using?
2) When you open SKScheMa, does it say "WATCH ON" in the lower right corner?
Justin
Using TomTom.
Yes its ON
I think its a wizard or WM5 problem as it happens with me when listening to MP3s too
Sucks having a 15min lock policy, as i just set a 1hr timeout for mine and its enough to stp it irritating you much.
Is there anyway you can just "Forget" the policy or are you unable to.
Try these files...
Delete the old sksc and sksw file and try these files.
If they work, I'll post them to the original thread (which you posted in your second post). Place these files as described in steps 2 & 3. Sorry for the headache.
Let me know if this works.
Justin
Hmmm sorry to say, still the same.
It keeps the device alive till the 15 minutes policy comes in.
Might this be some other kind of trigger?
Some new files....
rogierh,
Sorry for the headaches. What I'd like to try next is have you try a new set of files. The ones you tried yesterday was supposed to prevent the device from locking by simulating the pressing of the "home" key. I'm wondering if this key doesn't work on your Wizard (I'm using a Universal). These new files will now simulate the pressing of the "enter" button. (Just so you know, when I tested this program on my JasJar/Universal, I did find that using certain "simulated" keys would not work. So maybe the "home" key doesn't work on your Wizard.).
Now this will not be the end solution. When you press the enter key when TomTom is running, it will bring up the main menu. When you press the enter button a second time, it returns you to the navigation screen. I want to test to see if SKScheMa is running properly. If it is, when you launch TomTom and don't touch anything, you should be able to see the screen cycle between the main menu and the navigation screen every 58 seconds.
Let me know if you see this behavior.
Thanks
Justin
Hi,
First of all thanks a lot that you are helping out here.
It doesn't seem to work. The screen does NOT change to the menu and back.
One comment, because I have a German device (unfortunately) , the program is in German as well. But that should not be a problem with the script I think.
You mention in your guide do click to ok button on the right top side. This closes the program and I do not find it running when looking under the started programs in settings. Is this correct?
I also tried not clicking ok, but this does not change anything.
Just trying to think with you. Is the ENTER key the same code as on your device?
BR Rogier
German.....
Thanks for the info on German. My guess is that the application name may be different (i.e. it's not TomTom Navigator but rather a German title). There's a relatively easy way to check.
First open TomTom.
Next, press the 'contacts' button.
From there, you should see the Windows Start Menu. Go to Windows Start -> Settings -> System -> Memory -> Running Programs.
There should be a list of the applications running. Do you see "TomTom Navigator" or something else?
Thanks
Justin
P.S. I think the code will work on non-english versions, but only the developer can really answer that.
The Name of TomTom Navigator is the same.
Also the SKSchema Program is in German of course :-(
Is there an other option in SKSchema I can test to see if this is working at all?
(I am waiting on a new english ROM from our IT department.)
You can experiment and create some "watch" functions/programs. I recommend that you use the program to create some test cases. Here's a link to their instructions on how to create watch programs (and scripts too):
http://s-k-tools.com/skschema/skschema.0409.htm
For example, when I learned how this program work, I created "test cases" in the watch section of the program. Some things you may want to try:
When a program is running (make it easy by using Contacts, Calendar, etc), play a sound.
Once you've created this "watch" script, SKScheMa will "watch" for the program to be launched and when I sees that it has been launched, it will continuously play a sound while the program is running.
Once you've sucessfully completed the sound test, you just start customizing it to your needs. For example, the next test may be to simulate pressing a key when the application is running. The simulation of pressing a key should prevent your device from locking. Using this test, you can see if your device still "locks" after 15 minutes.
Justin
P.S. I'm sorry you're having so much difficulty. If I can help you further (not that I've really helped you thus far), please let me know.
He no worries, I will have a look this weekend.
Many thanks.
Rogier
Unlocked device and updated to english ROM (finally).
Will test again.
simulating the pressing of the "enter" button now seems to work. COOL.
Will test with the other file now.
:-D
Ooooooo YES!!!!!
I am a Happy Man. This works now.
Seems the German Version of the Utility does not liked the script or so.
On an Englisch ROM all seems to work fine.
Thanks a lot for your help.
Rogier
Congrats....
I'm glad it worked out. I can't help but wonder....why does the language make a difference. I'm not a programmer so I guess I'll never know.
BTW, you can use SKTools to keep other programs open too. Let's say you want to keep your device alive while surfing the internet. You can develop a similar script for Pocket Internet Explorer/Opera/NetFront. I use it to keep alive TomTom and iGuidance. Take care. Justin
Thanks a lot for the tip.
Hi,
I am new to the XDA Universal, and my technical knowledge is quite limited. Apologies if this has been posted before. My search came up inconclusive.
I use my XDA for browsing the internet using IE and Opera Mini, it used to work fine, but recently I cannot use any website that requires me to type something in fields, i.e. sign into Gmail through IE or Opera Mini. When I click the box to put in the username, the keyboard/keypad comes up but the keystrokes do not register in the fields and the XDA starts to hang and then I cannot go to any other website, every other software slows down and I have to press the reset button.
Can anyone help me on this please? As my XDA is currently 75% useless to me right now.
P.s. I am WM6 OS 5.2.318 (Build 15341.0.0.0)
Thanks in advance!
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hi there,
you might want to try a hard reset just to make sure its a software not a hardware problem. if problem still insists try flashing the official ROM. If the problem is still there, than you might want to consider to repair or buy a new devices since it is a harware problem