Guide 3 - Changing Themes!

Hello all! In this guide, you will learn how to install themes onto your Moto A810!
To be able to do this, you will need:

1. A flashed Moto A810. Click here for the flashing guide.
2. A theme file. I have use the Themes Pack 1.2 for this guide. Download this theme and others here.


You will get:

Steps To Be Followed:


1. Extract the theme you just downloaded. Copy only the contents ('install.sh.txt', 'readme.txt' and 'Files' folder) to the "skins" folder on your memory card. Please create this folder if it does not exist with the exact name! All lower-case letters!
If you do not have a memory card, will post a tutorial on using FTP with the A810 very soon. You can actually use Bluetooth to transfer all the files inside the theme folder to the phone, but again, wait for the guide... Store them in ONE place.
2. Copy the 'startup.txt' file  inside the "skins" folder to the 'tool' folder in your memory card. If this does not exist, create it. If you do not have a memory card, copy it to "Others" inside "My favorites".
3. Open the theme folder that you copied to your phone. Click on "Install theme.sh.txt". It will open Notes. Just exit this notes and wait..The theme is being installed!
4. A new note will open confirming the installation. You can now select the themes from Settings. If the themes do not change, restart the phone and select them again..should work now. If not, post a comment!

Note: I made the "Install.sh" file so as to automate the installation of these skins. This is still a work-in-progress and newer versions will be posted from time to time!

Acknowledgements:
#Theme by 419855871
#Zoozoo contacts addition by Gopi A.
#Thanks to Yan0, w6300200, Vasanth and VSVJ, Nega for their help.
#Wallpapers courtesy modmymoto.com
#Autoinstaller by Gopi A.
#Seshu for icons


As always, discuss this post on our forum.

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Download Drivers

You will need to download and install the following drivers:

1. Flashing driver - also known as the "hailing" driver, this is required for the Flashing Guide.

2. USB drivers - this is required if you do NOT have Motorola Phone Tools installed. This has drivers for Telnet/FTP access among other things.

If you still have any questions about drivers, post a comment!

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Beginner's Guide to Modding

So you want to modify your A810 eh? Okay.

Steps to Modify your A810
1. Modify the USB cable - your phone comes with a wire that connects it to the computer. If you want to modify your phone, you have to modify your wire first. I have provided a link that will guide you through this process at the end of this post (please read this guide completely!).
2. Install newer version of operating system - the same way Windows 7 brings a lot of new features when compared to Windows XP/Vista, installing a new operating system will give you a Lot of new features and stability updates. This may be achieved by way of 'flashing'. If you have completed step one, click here for a flashing guide.
3. Proceed to other modifications!! - There are a LOT of features you can now add to your A810! Check the guides section on top for help regarding this. Before you go there, you should read the entire "Beginner's Guide".

The Plus Points
Let us now go to the advantages of modding (modifying) your phone.
1. New features - TONS of added functionality. Click HERE for a list of new features (mods) that can be applied.
2. Better reliability.
3. YOU choose what to do with the phone - From having your girl's photo when the phone starts up to changing themes, its about what you want.
4. Great for showing off. :|

Now, get acquainted with some big words that we modders use:
1. Modding - means modifying or changing. Some people call it "hacking" too. What you are doing here is basically adding new features to your phone. If you mod your phone, you become a modder, i.e., a person that modifies. :D
2. Flashing - this is the process by which a new Operating system is installed onto your phone.
3. Firmware - this is the operating system itself. There are many versions the latest modded one being the 94R (made on 26-March-09 by Yan0).
4. Brick/dead -  this is a state when your phone just stops working. Its motherboard is dead. Pray that this never happens to you.

The Risks
Finally, you must understand the risks associated with modding and flashing.
1. Warranty: Modding your phone is a violation of your warranty. Flashing your phone will void your warranty from the shop from where you purchased your phone and will also void your warranty from Motorola! If your A810 gets spoilt (or dies) due to flashing or you have a flashed phone that get hardware problem - you won't be able to bring it to repair shop without paying. Be careful and do not process with anything without informing yourself for all procedures. If you are a beginner and you need help - post a comment with any questions.
2. Risk: Other than the issue of warranty violation, there is a risk of
a. you bricking your phone - not following the steps and flashing the wrong firmware can cause this.
b. short-circuiting because of a bad USB cable that will irreparably damage your phone and your computer. If you have never used a soldering iron before,  I can send you a ready made USB cable. Go here for more information.

Do not let the risks dishearten you! If you follow the guides to the letter, nothing should go wrong..if it does, all you need to do is post a comment here and I'll help you!

That's the end of the guide! Welcome aboard modder! Go on to your first assignment - modifying the USB cable. If you have never soldered wires before, I would advice you to order a ready-made USB wire.
Good luck! Please remember that help is only a comment away!

Note: For updates on the LATEST modding, check our forum!).

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Guide 2 - Modifying the USB Cable (IMPORTANT)

 To be able to mod your phone, you need to tweak the USB cable that you use to connect the phone to the computer. I would advise you to buy a cheap cable in an electronic store for under Rs. 95. The Motorola cable is both expensive and difficult to mod. If for any reason, you do not want to modify the cable yourself, you can always buy one ready-made from eBay. Click here for more details.

You will need:
1. USB-MiniUSB cable
2. A small wire with both ends trimmed.
3. Soldering iron.
4. A Big smile and a lot of faith in yourself. :)

Steps to be followed:
1. Open up the plastic covering of both the USB and the MiniUSB male. Much like splitting a nut, slice it with a knife from the side.
2. Take up the MiniUSB side. There will be one silver end that is not connected. Solder one end of the new wire that you have here.

It should look like this (the red wire is the new wire I have used).

Warning: Check for any possible short-circuits. Put the plastic cover back on.

3. Take up the USB side. You will see 4 pins, all connected to wires.
IMPORTANT: Now, with the 4 pins facing upwards, notice the 2 boxes (if any) above the pins. If you see silver lines inside this box, solder the new wire onto the left most pin.
If you do NOT see any silver lines (its just plain), solder the new wire onto the right most pin.
Refer to the following illustration for further clarification:

It should now look like this (if the 2 boxes are blank):

Put the cover back on (remember to check for short circuits!). You should consider taping the both the sides so that they stay put.

There! You now have met all the requirements to start modding your A810!!
Now move on to the flashing guide!!
Happy modding!!

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Guide 1 - Flashing your A810 (Complete!!)

Things you will need for this mod:
Please download the files from step 3 and step 4.
1. Windows XP - if you don't have XP, will try and post a guide on making it work in Vista/Windows 7.
2. Modded USB-microUSB cable (View the guide on modding your cable here). If you want to buy a ready-made cable, click here.
3. USB Drivers
4. Both Stock and modded firmware - you need to download the Stock (original) firmware as well as the Modded (yan0) firmware.
5. BACKUP your phone! All your contacts, messages, settings and applications  will be deleted!
Before you start, backup the contents of your Memory card as well..you may have to format it after the flashing!!

WARNING: Before you proceed you need to know that you are modding on your own risk! Flashing your will void your warranty from the shop from where you purchased your phone and will also void your warranty from Motorola! If you break your A810 due to flashing or you have a flashed phone that gets a hardware problem - you won't be able to bring take it to a service center for free. Be careful and do not process with anything without informing yourself for all procedures. If you are a beginner and you need help - post a comment below this post!
PLEASE FOLLOW EVERY STEP OF THE GUIDE CAREFULLY.

Steps to be followed:
1. You will need Windows XP as the drivers just don't install in Windows 7 (so they probably don't in Vista either).
2. Mod your USB-microUSB cable.

Read the guide on how to mod USB cable.
If making this cable is difficult for you, order a ready-made cable here.
3. Download the Moto A810 USB drivers. Extract this file using WinRar.
4. Turn off the phone and remove the batteries. Now attach the usb cable to the phone. If the batteries are not removed the phone will start charging (won't go into flashing mode).

5. The screen of the phone should turn blue and a found new hardware dialog should appear. It will say OMAP750 first and then A810.

 
6. Windows will now ask whether it can connect online to install updates. Select "No not this time" and then click next.

7. Select "Install from a specific location" and click next

8. Select "Search for the best driver in these locations". Then select "Include this location in the search". Now click on Browse and go to where you extracted the driver. Click next.

10. Success! Your phone's flashing drivers have been installed!

Failure?? Post a comment at the end of this post and I'll try to help you..
11. Now disconnect your phone from the computer.
12. Download the firmwares. First download the stock firmware (original) then download the modded one (number 2).
13. Use WinRAR to extract these files. Open the Original folder ("Official A810_94") folder.

14. Double-click on "Flasher_hs.exe" file.
15. Connect your phone. Phone should NOT be connected when you start "flasher_hs.exe".
16. Flashing should start automatically! This will take around 2 minutes. DO NOT DISCONNECT YOUR PHONE till the flasher_hs.exe says Completed.

17. Close the flasher_hs.exe window and Disconnect your phone. Now extract the Modded firmware. Run flasher_hs.exe from that folder.

18. Connect your phone and wait for it to say Completed. You can now close this window.
That's it! You have now successfully flashed a new firmware onto your phone!! You can replace the battery and start the phone. Have a look at the guides section on the top-left because your phone is now MODDABLE!!
Note: If your memory card does not open or it says "opened in read-only" mode, then:
1. Go to "My Favorites".
2. Press and hold the "Memory card" item with your stylus till a menu appears.
3. Select "Format".

If you have any difficulties/issues, do post a comment and I'll help you out!

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Objectives of this website

The mission of MotoA810.co.cc is this - to bring to the English speaking world, the great mods the Chinese have applied to the Motorola A810 while providing a platform to further this (in our world). The website also aims to share this information at no cost and with no advertisements, with everybody.

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Download Firmware

You need to download two different firmwares (the software you need to flash to your phone) before you can flash: 

1. Stock (original) 94r firmware - technical name - GSM_E28.24.1_G_11.00.94R_R023_S014_B013-HS-NO-APR
Download Links:
Part1
Part2
Part3
Part4
Note: You will need WinRAR (its a software like WinZip) to open this file. After you download the files, right click on one of them and select "Extract here".
94R is a version of available A810 firmwares. It is popular because infamous modder Yan0 developed a modification patch for it that adds tons of features to the A810.

2. Modded (Yan0's) firmware 94r
Download links:
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4

Note: You will need WinRAR (its a software like WinZip) to open this file. After you download the files, right click on one of them and select "Extract here".
94R is a version of available A810 firmwares. It is popular because the infamous Chinese modder Yan0 developed a modification patch for it that adds tons of features to the A810.
Download the above firmwares and then use the flashing guide.

Alternatively (NOT-Recommended):
1. There are other stock firmware versions:
GSM_E28.24.1_G_11.00.85R_S013_R022_B013_HS-NO-APR
Download links:
Will upload them soon.

2. If you know how to compile C++/linux code, you can download the source code of the A810 from here. This version of code is newer than the 94r but there is no 'mod' patch for this version yet..so unless youre feeling very adventurous, flash the 94R.

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Coming soon...

If you see this page, it means that the guide you wanted to see is being written and will be up very soon!!
To motivate me to finish it even sooner, do post a comment requesting the specific guide..
Your patience is appreciated. :)

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Need time till this Friday (11th Dec) to Update links

Hey all,

Really sorry about not updating the guides...Will provide the download links and complete the flashing guide latest by this Friday..

The comments section wasn't working for some reason..it is now! So please ask for anything you need specifically in the comments section!!

Till Friday,

Gopi

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