HTC Hermes/TyTN lists only [email protected] in DirectShow - Windows Mobile Development and Hacking General

Hi all,
I just got a TyTN and was instantly very impressed with the camera's quality. So i tried my DirectShow camera library which I know to run fine on the HTC Wizard/Universal/Tornado devices, but I immediatelly realized the following problem:
When i enumerate the camera modes on the TyTN, the only mode i get is 160x120, 7.5Hz, YUV12. While my lib can play that back without problems, I'd rather acess those modes with higher resolution and framerate.
Looking at the built-in camera tool and comparing the video quality againt other devices I'd guess the preview runs at 320x240 at 7.5 Hz (video quality of the preview is really great). I already checked that this is the higher quality camera on the back side and not the low quality camera on the front side.
Is HTC trying to block us from using the more advanced camera modes via DirectShow or am i missing something here?
thanks for any hints,
Daniel

Hi,
Sorry to disturb your thread
But I was wondering if you know if it's possible to re-flash the HTC TyTN to an English firmware.
Currently I have the French version of the HTC TyTN with an azerty keyboard and french language.
I would like to keep the azerty layout, but change the language to English.
Let me know if you have any experience with this.
Thanks

I have been reflashing and unlocking my HTC Universal which all worked fine, but i did not reflash the HTC TyTN yet - I already got it today. Since it is in english (the language i prefer for developing on it) i also have little reason to do so...
Still maybe anybody has an idea about the DirectShow issue?
Any experiences like that on other devices?
Daniel

I'm willing to bet you have a G4 flash chip in that TyTN. What's your IPL/SPL rev level?
On the camera.... is there any chance that DirectShow is enumerating the front camera instead of the back? Perhaps it isn't properly coded for a device that actually has two cameras.

> On the camera.... is there any chance that DirectShow is enumerating the front camera instead of the back? Perhaps it isn't properly coded for a device that actually has two cameras.
that was also my first thought, although even that camera can do more. but streaming out the pictures i read from the camera confirms that it is the back camera.
maybe you are right and there is a bug in the DirectShow driver of HTC. i never tried enumerating the 2nd camera, but maybe it is worth a try now...
Daniel

Hi, could you dump the english version to an image and upload it somewhere ? On the XDA ftp for example.
Or is that asking too much ?
> What's your IPL/SPL rev level?
Sorry to ask, but where can I find this ? The power+camera button solution apparently doesn't work with the HTC TyTN, or I'm doing it the wrong way.
General info:
ROM version: 1.18.256.2
Radio version: 1.03.03.10
Protocol version: 32.34.7010.01H
ROM ext ver: 1.18.256.103
That's all i could find.
Hope it helps.

when you first boot it, does it display the spl/ipl revision on the initial splash screen?

My ROM shows the following numbers
M05
S04
B05
R 1.03.03.10
G 32.34.7010.01H
D 1.18
i'm not quite sure how to read that and i never dumped a ROM yet. if you tell me how to do it i might give it a try...
Daniel

All the versions are the same for me too,
M05
S04
B05
R 1.03.03.10
G 32.43.7010.01H
D 1.18
But I'm currently also unaware of how to dump an image, tried using the same mechanism as for the other Qteks.
But holding the power + camera for 1 second, then releasing the power button, but still holding the camera button will do nothing.
Anyone got an idea ? Going to search around on the net to see if i can get more information.
Thanks

The world has changed, apparently! :shock:

Anyone have updates on this subject?
Seems that the front camera isn't listed on DirectShow...
Anyone knows a solution?
Thanks

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Front Camera - I need Help Please

I need help from you TyTn professionals
I got a HTC TyTn with the Vodafone Portuguese Rom (Rom:1.18.260.2, Radio:1.16.00.00, Extended Rom:1.18.260.105)
I tried to make a video call but I was unsuccessful (on the top of the phone there is an U meaning it is a 3G covered area) I could not hear or see the other person neither my video fee
I download coolcamera and webcamera+ trial and was unsuccessful in activating the front camera (black screen only)...
could this be a ROM problem???? or am I doing something wrong????
thanks in advanced...
Yes
there might be some problem in your ROM definitly..
I suggest upgrade your ROM.
Front camera issue
I have the same problem with my front camera...just installed the newest WebCamera Plus, main camera and screen sharing work excellent! I still have an problem with the front camera, when the source is switched to front, it just sits and spins.
I contacted HTC and they say the only way to test it is to video call in 3G.
I did find the link to the video calling cabs and installed them after upgrading to WMXL 2.01. (the camera didn't work with WM5 either).
I'm in Chicago this weekend, unfortunately I don't know anyone I can call to test this with. (hint hint, wink, wink, nudge, nudge)
I read through all the posts and WIKI and didn't see this problem resolved.
Suggestions are very welcome!
hardware problem
I also have the problem that the front camera on my tytn doesn't work.
I'v tested it with different kind of roms (not the xda live version though) but it never worked.
I guess it's a hardware problem.
A couple of weeks ago I did send it to htc repair center, but unfortunately they did not fix it. I didn't send it in again, because I dont want to loose my tytn that long (last time it took nearly 2 months before I got it back) and I really do not use video calling that much.
Ouch!
Well if I had to send mine in, I would have to get another one first!
I have flashed both Cingular and HTC ROMS (5 times) to see if that was an issue, buy no avail. There is no 3G where I live but I really want it to work...oh well, could be worse.
Cam
Mine too -
also not working showing only black screen in phone mode
-> camera apps are saying not able to initialize !!
Rom problem -> because initialisation error or hardware prob?
Who can help!
PS: Working on Black 3.0.1
I've had the exact same problem!!
tried many ROM versions and no solution...
I have the same prob.
Anyone can help me. i tried the coolcamera and it is black also.. any advise
Front Camera not working!!! In US?
I am not sure that the video calling feature is supported yet in the US... did anyone contact your provider... As far as I know, if you are not in a 3G area, videocalling won't work... And you still need for that feature to be supported by your wireless carrier...
Just my two cents... If you do get it to work, PM me and we can use it together... Since AT&T isn't offering it yet, I will be happy when they do...
I don't think it is a hardware error, cause there are a lot of users having the same problem.
so i will add my Herm300 currently working on LVSW and originally from Tmobile UK to the list of same front camera problem herm's
tried couple of roms and all the time same black screen :/
anybody any clue ?
I also can't use the main camera in Video Call
any body know how to use the main camera in Video Call,, i press the toggle since i was in the call.. but it also black ... but when i go out of the call and go to camera it give me black. but if i close it and open it again it work fine....
kefou said:
any body know how to use the main camera in Video Call,, i press the toggle since i was in the call.. but it also black ... but when i go out of the call and go to camera it give me black. but if i close it and open it again it work fine....
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Sane thing here.
This problem is very weird! - I see many of us are having it
wecamera plus working on my hermes
hi guys, i have i-mate jasjam (hermes) and the rom is:
ROM versioro BLACK 3.0.1
ROM date:01/04/07
Rom version: 1.38.00.10
protocol version: 32.71.7020.12H
and i have installed Webcamera plus, and working perfectly on both, front and main camera. and to switch between them, all i have to do is, after running the webcamera plus, go to menu/source and select the soirce. wether the front sensor or the camera
note: you may find in the menu of the webcamera plus the word "sensor". sensor refers to the front camera.
thank u guys, and good luck
rassien said:
hi guys, i have i-mate jasjam (hermes) and the rom is:
ROM versioro BLACK 3.0.1
ROM date:01/04/07
Rom version: 1.38.00.10
protocol version: 32.71.7020.12H
and i have installed Webcamera plus, and working perfectly on both, front and main camera. and to switch between them, all i have to do is, after running the webcamera plus, go to menu/source and select the soirce. wether the front sensor or the camera
note: you may find in the menu of the webcamera plus the word "sensor". sensor refers to the front camera.
thank u guys, and good luck
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You said that it works fine.. ok before you upgrade to ROM version (Pro Black 3.0.1) the front camera are not working or it was workin????
Just tried, it's not working - I get a device.exe error.
this is really wierd, can you guys make a video call with the back camera on? (i get the black screen with it two...)
I can take pictures with no problems...
we need HELP
we need HELP .... i contact the support and they didn't reply me.
kefou said:
You said that it works fine.. ok before you upgrade to ROM version (Pro Black 3.0.1) the front camera are not working or it was workin????
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frankly, i didn't try it before upgrading the rom.
my working front webcam plus
my webcam version is: 1.04
http://www.ateksoft.com
Webcam doesnt work - is no help!
Webcam worked also for the front camera before this black phenemon happend to me!
Now nothing is working - the fault has begun with wired picture lines and rows (back camera) - ended up with none working front camera - and with a back camera which have to be opened twice (first time starting also black) before working.
Help is really needed ! Are there any Initialisation Files or sth. like that for testing purposes to get rid of this.....
Thanx

Universal Camera how to remove blue spots

Hi, All I have been sent a replacement handset due to Vodafone upgrade not working correctly. I now have a problem with the camera, blue and white spot showing on screen and also after the photos are transfered to the pc the same still show. Does anyone have the same problem and or know of a way to remove these or repair. Thanks
atmitch
rom v 1.30.93 wwe
rom date 02/27/06
radio v 1.09.00
protocol v 42.42.p8
extrom v 1.30.194
Someone else had a similar problem a while back with their phone. The safety plastic film on the camera lens on the inside hadnt been removed when the phone was built.
Ths might be the same issue.
same problem with mine but i think it's dead pixels. definitely no film on mine.
You can send the device to HTC Europe who will estimate a repair for you.
Am planning to that with mine - as I have about 10-15 dead pixels with the camera, and i dont like the way the stylus falls out all the time (i dont want to put selotape round it), and i dont like the screen wobble!!!
Matt
here... maybe ....
just a little something i stumbled upon ....
http://buzzdev.net/index.php?option=com_remository&Itemid=100&func=fileinfo&id=274
don't know if it works ... but here's the descryption..
HTC CAMERA PATCH, by t-mobile. Improves camera quality of your phone - exposure, colors and removes blue speckles
hope it works ... good luck !
says it's for the wizard. anyone know if it compatible with uni?
r3bel said:
says it's for the wizard. anyone know if it compatible with uni?
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Yes It seem work very well

Display like a Windows 8bit colors

Hi everyone,
Before all, sorry for my poor english.
Welle here is my problem :
My Prophet's display looks like a 8bit color windows. I tried to upgrade it with the latest official rom but the problem stays. Here is my config:
IPL/SPL 3.08
Rom 2.20.7.37
Radio 02.47.21
Can anybody find me a solution?
Thanks a lot
Have you drop your device? Or Water is running inside your Device?
If yes your Display Driver (not software driver ... mean Hardware level) is damage or the flexcabel to the display are broken. This error is possible if a dataline or adressline is cut.
Thanks for your answer. I can't tell you if it has been dropped. It comes from [email protected] Else is it possible to find a software issue? (If the hardware works I mean)
Use a screen capture software, capture your PPCs screen, and view it at your PC. If it is still 8-bit-ish, it is software.
Else, you can do a remote control (PC control PPC), and look at the scren at your PC, see if it is 8-bit-ish.
Do a screen capture and a photograph of your PPC and post it here.
Screen Capture is a good way ... if you doesnt see the error on the screenshot ... jow i need a damage device to exploide some solutions.

Strange stripes on photos

Hi,
when I set the camera on my O2 Xda Neo to 1.3 Megapixel or higher, there are stranges stripes on the photos (see examples below). It works fine if I use lower values...
Does anyone know a way to fix this other than sending it to the O2 service?
The Neo is currently running the QTek-Rom, but the problem was there before too! Also it's not overclocked...
Examples:
i doesnt see any example ... have you overclock your phone?
There are two black vertical lines in the top photo. I cant see whats wrong with the bottom one though.
OP - more information please.
Sorry for the late reply..
The top photo was shot with 1.3 or 2.0 megapixels (can't remember anymore, it makes no difference though since it's the same problem with the two values)
The bottom photo was shot with the setting "Large (640x480)" just to show that it works with lower values.
it´s a problem of your rom, my qtek happened the same thing. reinstal the older rom, that is the service of qtek made on mine s200 to solve the prob.
Thanks for your reply!
I'm not sure if I'm able to downgrade my Prophet since it's a G4 model, or does this only apply to usermade roms?
Edit:
Hmm, nope.. Just tried the newest O2-Rom...same problem

Trinity camera sucks ?

Hi all. I`ve a trinity for a couple of yeras and now I need to use it camera...I found it is kind of useless. Daylight pictures get wrong colors, bad focus and demand a series of comands to manual adjust to get a poor picture. Night pictures just disapear...It is a black screen most of times. Video are even worse...
Is there any driver update or software that may improve my camera ?
I'm using a cooked ROM: 015TNYSXY radio 1.56.70.11
I had also tried with my original ROM and it is the same sh**.
Camera program is Version 4.02 (Build 27035)
Thanks a lot and I hope someone will help me...

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