GPS - (Firmware or Modem)? - Verizon Galaxy S 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

I believe I'm having some serious GPS problems and would like to Odin GPS-Related things. Is GPS held in The Firmware or the Modem?
The page below seems to have links to both, but no description of what exactly is included in a Modem or Firmware.......
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2784880

Stupifier said:
I believe I'm having some serious GPS problems and would like to Odin GPS-Related things. Is GPS held in The Firmware or the Modem?
The page below seems to have links to both, but no description of what exactly is included in a Modem or Firmware.......
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2784880
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When I googled it, it said in newer phones it is kernel related. Modem in older phones.

Fixed it......Had to literally start fresh. Stock, Reroot, Reflash, the works. GPS works now. Dunno what exactly the problem was.

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Odin question

I have a simple question, do i need to do the dk17 modem update every time i flash a new dk17 rom? Also, should this fix GPS cause i still cant get it working. Thanks
No, you don't need to. There are various DK17 gps fixes out now, usually referenced in the OP of the ROM thread.

I have installed the DK28 Modem via Odin, Why is my baseband still DK17?

In about phone, my base band is S700.0.5S.DK17
Why?
I have installed 2 DK28 ROMs without issue as well...
Well now im getting reboots on texts.
any ideas?
bdf said:
In about phone, my base band is S700.0.5S.DK17
Why?
I have installed 2 DK28 ROMs without issue as well...
Well now im getting reboots on texts.
any ideas?
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Because the modem flash failed, even though it said it didn't. Flash the DK28 modem using Odin again.
I have 3 times now, what am I doing wrong?
bdf said:
I have 3 times now, what am I doing wrong?
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Redownload the modem. From different sources.
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I tried that, as well as the other options if it failed (which it never does).
Still DK17.
WTF
Try using going to DI18 with Odin, then using Firon's flashable dk28 to update. This is the original thread.
Try posting in the right section. Thanks
Sorry, I assumed this would be a dev issue.
In any case, nothing seems to work. I tried the above, when I took it back to stock configuration it still said DK17, and still does.
Everything seems to work OK, GPS, 4g, 3g phone data, everything.
What would this be affecting and are there any other things I can to to solve this?
Thanks,
BD
This happened with me as well. And this isn't my first time flashing a modem so i know I did it right. I've ran several dk28 roms already and everything works perfectly including gps. Im leaving it as it is.
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Well I have tried everything I can think of, nothing changes it up or down.
I guess since everything works, Ill leave it alone.
BD
Iam having the same problem has anyone figured out why our baseband won't change I have flashed over and over and my baseband is stuck on dk17. Thanks

HELP NEEDED. Lost GPS after 2 months of no issues

$20 via paypal to the person who can get me up and running again.
GPS is very important for my line of work, and I'm trying not to panic.
I'm on MK2. I've been using stock and SHOstock ROM flawlessly since getting the phone just before Christmas. I've NEVER had any GPS issues. Ever.
I decided to flash the Safestrap version of Hyperdrive on ROM Slot 1, along with MK2 kernel module. Installed fine. I flipped back to STOCK rom(SHOstock), until I had time to mess with the new ROM. On the way home from work, I realized I had no GPS.
Using GPS Tools and GPS Fix apps, no satellites showing at all.
I've done everything I can think of, including using ODIN to flash back to stock MK2. Still no dice.
Can anyone give a guy a hand? I'm currently running stock and have re-rooted using saferoot(the same way I rooted previously).
Thanks in advance!
Dlnp22 said:
GPS is very important for my line of work, and I'm trying not to panic.
I'm on MK2. I've been using stock and SHOstock ROM flawlessly since getting the phone just before Christmas. I've NEVER had any GPS issues ever.
I decided to flash Safestrap version of Hyperdrive on ROM Slot 1, along with MK2 kernel module. I flipped back to STOCK rom(SHOstock), until I had time to mess with the new ROM. This was all yesterday, at work(shh!). On the way home, no GPS.
I've done everything I can think of, including using ODIN to flash back to stock. Still no dice.
Can anyone give a guy a hand? I'm currently running stock and have re-rooted using saferoot(the same way I rooted previously).
p.s.- I've checked location services..everything's checked.
Thanks in advance!
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I've used this app in the past on my GS3 but it might work here.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cochibo.gpsstatus&hl=en
Also This post (on another forum was quite informative and it's worth a shot)
http://androidforums.com/samsung-galaxy-s4/761247-gps-fix-dummies-guide.html
There used to a method that involved the service menu on the GS3 but I'm not sure if it still applied
hednik said:
I've used this app in the past on my GS3 but it might work here.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cochibo.gpsstatus&hl=en
Also This post (on another forum was quite informative and it's worth a shot)
http://androidforums.com/samsung-galaxy-s4/761247-gps-fix-dummies-guide.html
There used to a method that involved the service menu on the GS3 but I'm not sure if it still applied
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Yes, I've had that message forum(2nd link) saved for some time now. I've done everything in that thread and used the GPS app tools, and nothing has helped. Can't locate ANY satellites.
Dlnp22 said:
Yes, I've had that message forum(2nd link) saved for some time now. I've done everything in that thread and used the GPS app tools, and nothing has helped. Can't locate ANY satellites.
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No possbility of a hardware issue ?
hednik said:
No possbility of a hardware issue ?
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Nothing has happened to the phone(no drops/spills/etc). It started right after flashing the new ROM, so I'm fairly certain it has to be related.
Did u try flashing older modem / baseband. .... I read that couples people confirmed by using MDL modem. .... check your PM....
Swyped from MK2 Dark Venomous X1
ted77usa said:
Did u try flashing older modem / baseband. .... I read that couples people confirmed by using MDL modem. .... check your PM....
Swyped from MK2 Dark Venomous X1
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Ted, per our extended private message convo on Friday, thanks for giving me a good shove in the right direction!
Dlp22, I have the same problem, did you solve it?
any suggestion!
I had the same problem after upgrading to MK2, almost on the verge of getting rid of GS4 and switching to another device. But for now, I have fixed it by installing Hyperdrive RS13 using Safestrap on Stock slot (did take a backup of the stock slot before wiping it out)...

sph-l720 after rooting no sound on phone

I did my first rooting blah, blah, blah and it was a success on the exception I have no sound now. everything works fine except I can't call anyone and or listen to music. I did tons of research on this before posting this, but I still didn't get my problem resolved which in turn forced me to pester ya'll. I found a thread of others having this problem and tried a fix about trying to install a different modem with odin and it keeps failing.
I installed the MJA upgrade (how to root sph-l720) I saw on youtube. after the rooting etc.. is when I lost sound. everything else worked (data) (wifi) (texting) (googleplay) etc......
I could only find one other modem to try, but like I said it failed to install.
after 3 days of browsing and getting things done by myself, I'm burned out and could really use help on this. I'm very new to this phone thing so please, if there is a way to fix this, be as detailed as possible.
I didn't have time to read forum rules so I didn't post any links cause I was not sure if I was allowed to. If I am and ya'll would like me to post where I learned the rooting and a so called fix to my problem. I can do that. just let me know.
Thanks!
this is the exact name of the youtube video i watched and all the root/rom/recovery etc.... that i used to do the rooting.
(How to Install Android 4.3 Custom ROM on Sprint Galaxy S4!) <---------type this on youtube.
Check your versions in the about phone screen. Sounds like you have a mismatch between your modem/baseband and your bootloader. Everything should say MJA, MK2, NAE, or NG2. If mismatched, Odin the appropriate modem and all should be well.
frostedunit said:
Check your versions in the about phone screen. Sounds like you have a mismatch between your modem/baseband and your bootloader. Everything should say MJA, MK2, NAE, or NG2. If mismatched, Odin the appropriate modem and all should be well.
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the things that match are....
software version (mja)
baseband version (mja)
build number (mja)
nothing else does has mja behind it.
Thanks
Looks like you're going to have to Odin a stock .tar and see if that fixes it. Then reroot with CF Autoroot or Towelroot. They are more reliable methods than the one you used.
frostedunit said:
Looks like you're going to have to Odin a stock .tar and see if that fixes it. Then reroot with CF Autoroot or Towelroot. They are more reliable methods than the one you used.
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lovely!
I don't suppose you could list some links to these files and a step by step guide could you? All I did was follow a video. this is all jibberish to me
Use the search feature. You'll be able to find everything you need.
frostedunit said:
Use the search feature. You'll be able to find everything you need.
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How do I know what firmware was the original for my phone? I found some firmwares, but I don't know if it was 4.3, 4.2.2 etc...
Doesn't matter.
NG2 is the newest, but any of them will work with Odin.
frostedunit said:
Use the search feature. You'll be able to find everything you need.
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I'm having a hard time finding files and tutorials. either a link is broke or when I find a file it has more than 1 file in it and I'm not sure which one to use in the pda or when I do find a single file I do exactly what the tutorial says to do than I get fails. I'm getting frustrated and all I'm doing is going in circles.
I could use a little more help than a reply like "use the search feature"

Verizon Note 3 Wifi Problem (Greyed Out)

I have Verizon Galaxy Note 3, and my problem is that Wifi button is greyed out and simply wouldnt turn on.
I have done a lot of homework so far, and before, I had 4.3 Jelly Bean, and Wifi being greyed out started around 2 weeks ago (early Dec/2014 - until then, it worked fine).
So I updated to 4.4.2 Kitkat thinking software issue, but wifi is still not working.
I had already searched for hours, and did many things to try to isolate the problem.
*I tried Safe mode
*Reset Cache/Factory several times
*Battery in-n-out, SD card in-n-out, any external peripherals i had alrdy taken everything off and tried
*Tried Alliance/Jasmine/Eclipse ROMs, but still same
*Not router issue @ home since Phone Wifi simply wouldn' turn on
I thought of downgrading back to 4.3 Jelly Bean, but there were many articles saying I can not downgrade, so I think it's out of option.
I now think it's hardware issue, but can not confirm... went to Verizon store too, and the guy just feels it's more software by 51/49, but the ultimate problem is that I just can not 100% ID what the exact problem is - software or hardware.
I really don't want to spend $ for another phone... I also feel it is Kitkat since I also found many articles with Note 3 Kitkat wifi problem, and I read a lot of them, but couldn't really find any solution to my specific issue.
My understanding is that I have 2 options - wait for proper fix by Dev/Samsung for Kitkat firmware or get a new phone
I really did everything I can within my power, and making this post is my last resort...
Hope I can shed some light from experts or anyone who knows any more beneficial details so that @ least i can try to sort my options and situation more clearly...
Thanks much in advance!
Have you tried using Samsung Kies to return to complete stock? Why didn't the Verizon tech offer this choice and flash stock firmware?
My guess is you have a baseband/firmware mismatch somewhere. 4.4.2 firmware and baseband can be found in this thread.
Or flash nc4 in odin.
KennyG123 said:
Have you tried using Samsung Kies to return to complete stock? Why didn't the Verizon tech offer this choice and flash stock firmware?
My guess is you have a baseband/firmware mismatch somewhere. 4.4.2 firmware and baseband can be found in this thread.
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mmm no, and i got this phone from Amazon (not from Store), and the store workers really didnt know how to Root nor XDA forum, so it was talking to a wall...
Lemme check our your link and see
Gl2u81 said:
mmm no, and i got this phone from Amazon (not from Store), and the store workers really didnt know how to Root nor XDA forum, so it was talking to a wall...
Lemme check our your link and see
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ok, i did already check out your thread before, and when i had tried to download 4.3 (1st one), it had me download like .exe file, and these kind of files tend to be virus/spyware so i just didn't... i also read many posts about how i can NOT downgrade to 4.3 from 4.4 so software wise, my current understanding is that I am **** out of luck until someone fixes firmware... or am i wrong? I guess I am trying to be proven wrong, and hope someone can show me a solution to my weird unique problem...
Btw, already on NC4 (I had updated to NC2 firstly, and Jasmine got stuck on bootloop, so I got NC4 and used Odin, then it fixed the bootloop)
Merry Xmas, huh?
P.S. Thanks for replying on Xmas day, lol
Correct you can not downgrade. Flash nc4 in odin.
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23487008491963309
Gl2u81 said:
mmm no, and i got this phone from Amazon (not from Store), and the store workers really didnt know how to Root nor XDA forum, so it was talking to a wall...
Lemme check our your link and see
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You specifically stated in the OP that you went to the Verizon store. They should have just flashed the most recent firmware/OS at that time.
You need to just Odin the latest stock tar or use Kies to do the same. Somewhere along the way the baseband, firmware and ROM OS have been mixed which causes the wifi problem.
drewcam888 said:
Correct you can not downgrade. Flash nc4 in odin.
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23487008491963309
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Yes, running nc4 right now
KennyG123 said:
You specifically stated in the OP that you went to the Verizon store. They should have just flashed the most recent firmware/OS at that time.
You need to just Odin the latest stock tar or use Kies to do the same. Somewhere along the way the baseband, firmware and ROM OS have been mixed which causes the wifi problem.
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Yes i did go, and i feel we are getting somewhere...
iam not like total expert on micro details on flashing, but from what i understand, baseband version and firmware are same, and firmware is like BIOS for computer while ROM is like Windows, Linux or an Operating System.
so wut i understood is that u are saying that my firmware (BIOS) and ROM (OS) are incompatible?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2553357
I am running this Alliance rom, and also NC4 i got from XDA forum for my phone... so i think I am on Kitkat firmware running ROM that was made to run on this firmware?
Please point anything out to me if i had something wrong - open to anything to try to resolve this so that i dont have to dump $ for another phone...
Gl2u81 said:
Yes, running nc4 right now
Yes i did go, and i feel we are getting somewhere...
iam not like total expert on micro details on flashing, but from what i understand, baseband version and firmware are same, and firmware is like BIOS for computer while ROM is like Windows, Linux or an Operating System.
so wut i understood is that u are saying that my firmware (BIOS) and ROM (OS) are incompatible?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2553357
I am running this Alliance rom, and also NC4 i got from XDA forum for my phone... so i think I am on Kitkat firmware running ROM that was made to run on this firmware?
Please point anything out to me if i had something wrong - open to anything to try to resolve this so that i dont have to dump $ for another phone...
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In your phone settings, what does it say in about phone for baseband and software versions? It should all end in NC4 then.
I directed you to a link for nc4 then flash in odin. That is the correct step to try right now
Gl2u81 said:
Yes, running nc4 right now
Yes i did go, and i feel we are getting somewhere...
iam not like total expert on micro details on flashing, but from what i understand, baseband version and firmware are same, and firmware is like BIOS for computer while ROM is like Windows, Linux or an Operating System.
so wut i understood is that u are saying that my firmware (BIOS) and ROM (OS) are incompatible?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2553357
I am running this Alliance rom, and also NC4 i got from XDA forum for my phone... so i think I am on Kitkat firmware running ROM that was made to run on this firmware?
Please point anything out to me if i had something wrong - open to anything to try to resolve this so that i dont have to dump $ for another phone...
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You have lots of things wrong in the above. So to keep it simple just get OFF of the alliance ROM, get back on the NC4 ROM and modem. If nothing else...go back to the Verizon store and have them totally wipe and reflash the phone. You can also do that at the Samsung section of a Best Buy store.
Sent from my Note 3 via Tapatalk
KennyG123 said:
In your phone settings, what does it say in about phone for baseband and software versions? It should all end in NC4 then.
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baseband ends in nc4 and base version also nc4...
drewcam888 said:
I directed you to a link for nc4 then flash in odin. That is the correct step to try right now
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I successfully flashed this via Odin, but wifi is still an issue... and safestrap 3.75 doesnt work any more
Gl2u81 said:
I successfully flashed this via Odin, but wifi is still an issue... and safestrap 3.75 doesnt work any more
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If you successfully flashed Odin and factory reset the phone (important), and tried wifi immediately after and it still will not turn on (without adding anything else) then it must be some hardware failure.
KennyG123 said:
If you successfully flashed Odin and factory reset the phone (important), and tried wifi immediately after and it still will not turn on (without adding anything else) then it must be some hardware failure.
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yeah... wifi doesnt turn on... i'll settle as hardware issue, not software and move on with my life...
Warranty replace it and be done.

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