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[INFO] The Ultimate Transformer Information Thread

Our Transformer section is starting to get a bit messy and fragmented so I thought I'd post this and gather the useful info into one place, making finding what you want a bit easier/faster. As the Transformer is a relatively new device the threads are in their infancy, but will grow with the help of you, the community.
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The XDA Asus Eee Pad Transformer Wiki (this can be edited by any member, so please edit it if you can add useful info for others. Try to keep it tidy, and it can become the overall go-to place for anything Transformer related)
Update:
Known fault with a certain model of charger. Info HERE.
Known fault with the dock. The dock will continue to drain it's battery when docked. If the battery inside the dock drains empty you may no longer be able to recharge the battery. For users with early dock units. Info HERE.
**In order to avoid any problems in the future due to charging, Asus recommends you charge the dock and the tablet, via the mains adapter, seperately.**
**Also do NOT leave it plugged in overnight. There have been too many people saying their chargers or docks no longer work after doing so, so the simple answer is, don't leave it plugged in for that long. It only needs about a 3hr charge max for the tablet part. The dock will take longer though.**
General Info:
Asus mini FAQ (pdf file)
English language manual (pdf file)
Troubleshooting common problems
Unofficial firmware changelog and FOTA update info
Tips and tricks you may not have known about to improve/enhance use/enjoyment of your device
Keyboard dock comprehensive shortcuts list
Change the keyboard dock layout (for rooted users)
Mini teardown picture thread
How to enable wifi channels 12+13 (For Europe)
USB Host device compatibility
OSX and Linux file transfers info
Mac File Transfers method
How to create ebooks for your TF
Software/Apps/Games Info:
Official Google list of countries supported for Android Market app installs/development (Market workaround details HERE)
List of compatible apps/games/etc
Office apps comparison thread
Game Emulator roms compatibility
App requests thread (Got an idea for an app? Post here, maybe someone can make it)
Interesting apps to try out/show off your nice new device
Use Tasker to create a popup input method while docked/undocked
Use AutoStarts to remove the input popup upon connecting the dock (Requires root)
Rooting and Development:
If you have a device that has a serial number starting with B7 take note (You can find out by looking at the bottom of your tablet near the power slot on a sticker) you may not be able to root your device with older root methods. Some B7 devices have a differently locked bootloader (and secure boot key) in comparison to previous models. Info HERE. This also means you might not be able to fall back on NVflash to unbrick if something goes wrong. You can run THIS test to find out. Be careful. More info HERE.
UPDATE: Check out this RazorClaw tool as people have reported it works on the newest devices.
Workaround for left speaker quieter than right speaker problem HERE (Requires root)
Guide to setting up ADB
NVFlash Thread
solarnz's modified ClockworkMod Recovery
Roach2010's modified ClockworkMod Recovery
Rooting guide
Rooting guide (Video version)
Another handy root post
One click root method (For Linux users only)
UNrooting guide (Or alternatively a more up to date unrooting HERE)
Full guide for 'stock' to 'custom ROM' flashing
Root/Recovery Blob creation
Blob Tools
How to create an insecure boot image
How to compile the stock kernel
Universal root for stock firmware
netarchy's custom kernel + overclock
blades' custom kernel + overclock
Enable Ad-Hoc tethering (Requires root)
Customising your lockscreen and clock font
Changing your boot animation guide
Developer FAQ's
OpenVPN guide
Source Code Discussion
Android 2.2 OS system dump
Custom Boot Animations:
How-To create your own custom boot animation guide
'The Final Countdown' boot animation
Transformer text animation
Transformer logo boot animation and others
Stock Xoom boot animation
Toshiba Thrive animation
Green android gears
Popular Roms:
Prime
Revolver
Pure Root Kit
Prime Beta
Themes:
Windows Phone 7
PCB Blue
Accessories:
Cases and protection that fit the Transformer
Verified Bluetooth peripherals
Bluetooth tethering and file transfer guide
DIY Charger (Warning: Do not use this guide if you are at all unsure as to what you are doing)
Official pre-order page for spare mains adapters and usb cable (finally!)
External website reviews:
AnandTech
Engadget
ExpertReviews
TrustedReviews
User Reviews:
Tablet:
Vs iPad 2
Vs Xoom and Vs Xoom
Keyboard Dock:
Dock
Accessories:
Asus Sleeve Accessory (official case)
Zec Electronics 'FolioGuard' case
Availability:
USA
Canada
Miscellaneous:
Customised device screenshots
500gb hard drive hack
Possible future Asus Transformer 2
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We need more FAQ's and guides written people! The dev section of the forum is packed with lots of useful info but it's very fragmented, and most of the threads labeled 'guide' just lead you to a url (other sites go down all the time). So if anyone can please write a few guides, it would be fantastic.
A list of things we really need proper guides for:
Root/Unroot
ADB
ClockWorkMod Recovery
Disassembly
Rom cooking
Kitchens
Flashing custom boot screen
Roms/Builds
Themes/UI customisation
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Got a good suggestion for a thread to add here? Post below or pm me.

Good work mate, should really fix up this mess. There really needs to be a Q/A section on the main page where you select the area you want to go. Gets really annoying when people ask the same questions countless of times. Hopefully this thread gets stickied.

Looks like the start of a very informative thread. Keep it up!

Heh cheers. Unfortunately people are being a bit slow making good threads. I'd like to see an FAQ section too. Along with a nice rooting guide, a custom ROM's roundup guide, etc.

Thread stuck
Great work
Badwolve1

good work, should help with some clutter on the forum

The best way to organize the definite information is in the wiki. The forum is great to find out the unknown information and to help each other. Once I got a transformer (what might take some while depending on asus), I'll start filling up the wiki for the transformer. I like to test out stuff before I write it out. But don't hesitate to start filling the wiki without me, you can't do anything wrong and you will only help a lot of people!

[INFO] The Ultimate Transformer Information
Ignore all the light bleed rumours!
They're bollox!

is the speech recognition navigation system available when on road and not connected to wifi?

ipulaski said:
is the speech recognition navigation system available when on road and not connected to wifi?
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I think as long as you have the entire route cached, the speech should be available. End of the day, it's just a text-to-speech app.

checkbox111 said:
[INFO] The Ultimate Transformer Information
Ignore all the light bleed rumours!
They're bollox!
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There is some bleed but nothing too distracting. I still love my TF

Can I ask to include some info about recommended ways to clean the screen?

wtek said:
Can I ask to include some info about recommended ways to clean the screen?
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I had a lot of fingerprints the other day and decided to clean it with a Microfiber cloth that came with a monster cleaning kit that had a spray to clean laptop/tablet screens, and it worked perfect.

Get an LCD monitor cleaning kit, they work well!

vincheesel said:
Get an LCD monitor cleaning kit, they work well!
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Reverence12389 said:
I had a lot of fingerprints the other day and decided to clean it with a Microfiber cloth that came with a monster cleaning kit that had a spray to clean laptop/tablet screens, and it worked perfect.
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Thanks for your tips. After reading a different thread on xda, I did the following. I mixed 50% alcohol rub with 50% water and poured it into a small zagg sprayer that came with a zagg screen protector for my phone. I sprayed it on the screen and then used a microfiber cloth and it clean it quiet nicely.

I wouldn't spray the screen - I dampen the cloth, wipe the screen down, and then dry it off with another cloth. I think it's too easy to get liquid into the guts with sprays. - sheureka

A mixture of 10% Vinegar to water is fantastic for cleaning screens, I use it on laptops, LCD monitors, TV's etc. Just dampen a microfibre cloth with the solution and gently rub the screen in a circular motion, then do the same with a dry bit of the same cloth.

I spotted a good cleaning tip on a different board: Put a tiny dot of washing up liquid on a lightly damp cloth. Works an absolute treat, and gets rid of fingerprints very easily.

Maybe right place to ask this question, does the USB Docking Cable charge the tablet when connected to the computer?

kumarshah said:
Maybe right place to ask this question, does the USB Docking Cable charge the tablet when connected to the computer?
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Yes... very, very slowly, and only when the screen is off.

[Q] usb port replaced -> battery drain(slimport wakelock)

Hey everybody,
about 2 weeks ago I had to change the USB port on my nexus 4 because It wasn't charging. I went to a professional place and they replaced it. everything worked fine but I did notice a significant battery drain. poking around with several battery apps revealed that the culprit is "slimport wake lock". further digging around revealed that what probably happened is that during the replacement of the USB port, something now malfunctions with the slimport chip/connection and it stays constantly on.
I of course plan on taking the device to the laboratory and have the guy there take a look at it. unfortunately there's very little on the subject wherever i looked and I was wondering if any of you had something similar that can help me point the guy there. Also, I was wondering if there's any way to SHUT DOWN the slimport option (as I don't even use it) via the OS, developer options, some app or something else.
any help would be appreciated
SS of slimport wakelock being awake constantly is attached

karar2012 said:
Hey everybody,
about 2 weeks ago I had to change the USB port on my nexus 4 because It wasn't charging. I went to a professional place and they replaced it. everything worked fine but I did notice a significant battery drain. poking around with several battery apps revealed that the culprit is "slimport wake lock". further digging around revealed that what probably happened is that during the replacement of the USB port, something now malfunctions with the slimport chip/connection and it stays constantly on.
I of course plan on taking the device to the laboratory and have the guy there take a look at it. unfortunately there's very little on the subject wherever i looked and I was wondering if any of you had something similar that can help me point the guy there. Also, I was wondering if there's any way to SHUT DOWN the slimport option (as I don't even use it) via the OS, developer options, some app or something else.
any help would be appreciated
SS of slimport wakelock being awake constantly is attached
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Did u manage to solve this issue mate?
Sent from my Nexus 4 using Tapatalk

slimport is to connect to an external display via usb like MHL cable, i read that the usb hardware can be the reason, the guy replaced the usb port again in the links below.
make a cwm backup, and flash android again install betterbatterystats and see if the wakelock continues if so you should replace the usb port.
theory, the slimport pin is touching another?
http://www.reddit.com/r/nexus4/comments/1vpw9h/slimport_wakelock_issue_poor_battery_life/
http://www.reddit.com/r/nexus4/comments/1vrlgu/slimport_nexus_4_any_ways_to_improve_it/

Part is copy/faulty, see if they'll change it for another for you.

USB port was changed again, also did:
-Factory Reset
-updated to 4.4.3(and yesterday - 4.4.4)
-Battery change
No dice. I gave up and bought myself a Moto G.
Though, if anyone comes across a solution - do tell.

Seems to me like broken USB port or pinout not compatible. Possibly they did short-circuit on one circuit on PCB. What I can advise is go back to people who changed USB port and ask them to re-solder everything by using compatible parts.
Kind regards,

I have the solution guys... Though its hard to explain, its not very hard to accomplish.
I took my n4 for another try in a different lab. The technician from the start suspected it's not something in the charging port itself, so he asked me to leave the phone for him for a few days.
After 4 days of trying and learning, he managed to find that the problem is in the socket on the board itself is causing the problems, along with the charging port, in my case.
He replaced the port on the board itself and the problem is solved.
Eventually, I paid 40€ for this problem, not very high, beats the other option (buying a new phone)
Try it guys.
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If anyone needs another explanation don't hesitate to contact via hangouts.
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Crushed the back of my Nexus 4, looking for troubleshooting assistance

Hi,
I accidentally crushed my photo between a seat and a table on a train. (htp://imgur.com/Q1RUsEk) This is what it looks like after it was crushed.
Immediately after it was crushed, I noticed the phone network icon was empty. I turned off the phone and it has not been possible to boot back into the home screen since then.
I attached the phone to my computer and used ADB to get (htp://pastebin.com/H85Xq2U4) the last_kmsg, (htp://pastebin.com/NArZYWSZ) logcatouput, and (htp://pastebin.de/124812) bugreport output.
I'm not an expert at debugging problems with phone hardware but it looks like there is a problem with the audio subsystem in logcatoutput.
Are there any reasonable steps I can take in trying to resurrect my phone?
- votadini_
(Sorry for the "broken" links, I had to edit the addresses to make this post due to it being my first post.)

Bumping in the hope that this can receive some attention.

repair/replace
votadini_ said:
Bumping in the hope that this can receive some attention.
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According to your log description it would seem that there is physical damage to the system board. The only option would be to do an inspection of the phone. This will require dis-assembly and that does need some skill, although there are several threads here on XDA that might help.
Determining the actual board damage would require some knowledge of electronics.
I would suggest that you look into replacing the unit. With the Nexus 4 you might be able to find a used unit on ebay or on the Swappa forum here on XDA.
Your sign-on doesn't indicate a location, so you may or may not be able to access/use these sites. At any rate you are looking at some pricey repairs, if such repairs are even possible.
good luck.

[Q&A] Tegra Note Discoveries

Q&A for Tegra Note Discoveries
Some developers prefer that questions remain separate from their main development thread to help keep things organized. Placing your question within this thread will increase its chances of being answered by a member of the community or by the developer.
Before posting, please use the forum search and read through the discussion thread for Tegra Note Discoveries. If you can't find an answer, post it here, being sure to give as much information as possible (firmware version, steps to reproduce, logcat if available) so that you can get help.
Thanks for understanding and for helping to keep XDA neat and tidy!

I think I read through this entire thread a couple of days ago, but dont think I saw this little 'Gem' posted here.
I saw somewhere (maybe this thread) the multi-click enabling of some kind of Diagnostics function when
you multiple click on 'Settings/About Tablet/Kernel version', and you get the diagnostics dialog (much
like enabling Developer by clicking on Build number).
The new (at least for me) is multi-click on 'Settings/Android Version', and you get a little easter egg, first time I
did this I got some kind of game (I think, I dont play games), 2nd time, I could not remember what additional
things I did to get into it (there is something after the red screen).
OK, got back into the game screen again but still not sure how, you've gotta click about the screen at random.

Mobile Network setting missing?
My friend just received a Tegra Note P1640 Advent Vega running Android 4.4.2. It's stock, not rooted at all. She wants to hook up her Sierra 313U USB modem so she can get on the net with it, but for some reason Mobile Settings is missing from the SETTINGS app.
I know that this Tablet does not have a SIM card slot, so maybe that's why it's missing. But hopefully there is some way to activate it again without having to root it.
Here is what is listed under Wireless and Networking:
Wifi
Miracast
Bluetooth
Data Usage
MORE
And this is what is under MORE:
Aeroplane Mode
VPN
I found this app in the Google Play store, but that is only a shortcut. So if that Mobile Network setting is not activated, I doubt it will work, or will it?
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=diewland.settings.mobilenetworks&hl=en
What do you suggest? Is there any way we can access the Mobile Network settings so she can use her Sierra USB modem without having to root it?

Tegra Note 7 Hardware Teardown Tutorial
I have been looking on the internet for quite some time now but I have not found a sequence of images or video tutorial on how to disassemble a Tegra Note 7. I only found one post on the XDA forums by member "e8hfff" that said "Tegra Note Openned" but with no images visible. Could someone provide some insight on how to properly disassemble the table?
The reason I am asking is that my TN7 is past warranty and the battery has sadly seen its last days. I have enough knowledge about Lithium Ion (smart and dumb) batteries and the confidence to fix my issue, but I am uncertain how to properly take apart the tablet, not wanting to risk damaging the components. Any advice from someone who has done this would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Tablet disassembly tutorial
bschles said:
I have been looking on the internet for quite some time now but I have not found a sequence of images or video tutorial on how to disassemble a Tegra Note 7. I only found one post on the XDA forums by member "e8hfff" that said "Tegra Note Openned" but with no images visible. Could someone provide some insight on how to properly disassemble the table?
The reason I am asking is that my TN7 is past warranty and the battery has sadly seen its last days. I have enough knowledge about Lithium Ion (smart and dumb) batteries and the confidence to fix my issue, but I am uncertain how to properly take apart the tablet, not wanting to risk damaging the components. Any advice from someone who has done this would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
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Just as bschles above, I too would like to request info on Advent Vega Tegra Note 7 disassembly.
I've managed to insert my SD Card incorrectly and cannot remove it, it is stuck inside the machine with nothing protruding to get a hold of so I cannot remove it. I would like to remove the casing so as to access the card and extract it, in some other thread someone said they can open casing with just their hands, question is 'HOW' ?
I have tried pulling and pushing and squeezing and twisting, all to no avail. With my eyes, I cannot even see where the joins are and so not sure where I should concentrate the effort to separate the case parts.
I have tried searching internet/youtube for any TN7 teardown without any success (although another thread in this forum has several pics of inside of machine) and would be grateful if someone could point at a video link or explicit instructions for
dismantling the case, then I would be able to extract the stuck card and access the data on it. as it is, I can neither remove nor insert for SD card access leaving me a little lost for what else to do.
Perhaps some kind of video submission would not be out of place in a forum dedicated to such a wonderful little tablet.
I'm kinda feeling that my only recourse to access data on SD card is a two pound hammer.
Any assistance would be gratefully accepted.
Thank you in advance.
EDIT: Link to above mentioned on-site pics of TN7 internals:- http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=55877787&postcount=7

Further to above:
I finally managed to get the case open.
The join lies about 1mm behind face of tablet, need to squeeze in your thumbnail and zip it around the whole of the machine
where you may hear clicks as the catches are undone.
The end furthest from ON-OFF button will be most difficult and last to release. Take care not to lose the on-off button and
audio up/down rocker as you struggle to free the case back. It took me about 25 minutes (at least) to free the case back
the first time that I finally figured out where to separate it, opened it a further few times in a lot less time.
Unfortunately, once the SD card was removed and re-inserted, it continued to fail to be detected and trying anther card
also failed, so looks like I need a new tablet although I can still continue to use this one without external card.
Anyway hope above may assist someone else if they suffer similar difficulties.

NvCPLSvc problems
I noticed that after upgrading to 5.1, the process "com.nvidia.NvCPLSvc" is constantly on top of CPU usage list, and if I turn on the "Show all ANRs" in developer settings, it shows message that this process (Nvidia Tegra Services) is not responding, killing it helps for a while, but than again, it shows up and system says it's not responding.
After killing this process system works faster, no heating (before this, my tablet reached 42 degrees even if I just listened to music in headphones with screen off...), and games doesn't lag as mush. Also no other crashes experienced by me so far.

Klyde KD-12116 USB not working

I purchased a KD-12116 unit from a guy who was the second owner. Neither owner had it for more than 3 weeks. Everything works on the unit except the USB ports. I have tested the cables and the +5v and GND are working but the data lines remain non-functional. The previous owner says they worked when he had the unit. So short of going through Paypal to get my money back I am trying to get USB on this unit working. It has the KD-ZXW-MB main board and is a PX6 64GB storage w/ 4GB ram. I have opened the top cover and see some headers that could possibly be USB but without a schematic it is hard to tell. Does anyone know of maybe a setting that could be turned off or have a schematic of this motherboard that I can find another USB header on?

Take a photo of what you have under the lid. We will compare with other models KD.

sun.valeo said:
Take a photo of what you have under the lid. We will compare with other models KD.
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Attached.

I am hoping that C129 4-pin connector is a USB header and I can find a corresponding plug end easily for it.

kameleon25 said:
Attached.
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/an...d-units/klyde-kd-1280-tesla-headunit-t3983095 - browse this thread for the information you need.

sun.valeo said:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/an...d-units/klyde-kd-1280-tesla-headunit-t3983095 - browse this thread for the information you need.
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Thank you. I have been through that entire thread at least 3 times and did not see anything but this time I saw the last post on the first page had where someone soldered to C129 and it was USB. I will try to find a plug that matches it and see if I can get it working. Thank you!

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Thank you. I have been through that entire thread at least 3 times and did not see anything but this time I saw the last post on the first page had where someone soldered to C129 and it was USB. I will try to find a plug that matches it and see if I can get it working. Thank you!
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I would recommend that you examine the microcircuit, there are two of them near your specified contact. One of these microcircuits is USB HUB 2.0, maybe the problem is in it. If you yourself do not have sufficient knowledge of checking the performance of microcircuits, then contact a specialist in the workshop. This will be more productive and will save you a lot of problems. Perhaps the microcircuit is OK, but there is a bad soldering of the contacts. And because of this, there is no normal USB operation.

sun.valeo said:
I would recommend that you examine the microcircuit, there are two of them near your specified contact. One of these microcircuits is USB HUB 2.0, maybe the problem is in it. If you yourself do not have sufficient knowledge of checking the performance of microcircuits, then contact a specialist in the workshop. This will be more productive and will save you a lot of problems. Perhaps the microcircuit is OK, but there is a bad soldering of the contacts. And because of this, there is no normal USB operation.
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I am believing this is the issue. I made an adapter to plug in to the motherboard USB header and the same issue presents itself. USB gets power but no data. I am trying to contact KLYDE for warranty information.

kameleon25 said:
I am believing this is the issue. I made an adapter to plug in to the motherboard USB header and the same issue presents itself. USB gets power but no data. I am trying to contact KLYDE for warranty information.
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I don't think you will be able to solve this problem under warranty. You did not purchase this device from Klyde. If I understood you correctly, you are already the third owner of this device. You will not be able to prove that you bought a radio tape recorder from Klyde, they will easily check it. And, they will not be responsible for the actions for the actions of the previous owners of the radio. And you have already opened the seal on the lid. You should look for a good specialist to understand your problem.