HELP Error [246] Device not responding (Not the typical version of error)

[lampllight]

Hi Guys

I have read all the threads and support messages re: Error [246] Device not responding. And mine is different.

I first experienced this problem after I flashed Pays 1.45 Lite after previously installing Pays 1.45 Full. When i try to flash any ROM (not just Pays) I get an "Error [246] Device not responding" message.

Unlike other Error [246] Device not responding problems my bootloader tricolor screen does not come up on my Hermes. I have tried, reinstalling Active Synce, Hard and Soft Resetting, Restarting the bootloader SSPL and still no resolution of the problem.

Sorry bring this problem to bear but it is different to your typical "Error [246] Device not responding " problem and it is driving me batty. the ROM i currently have installed works (Pays 1.45 Lite) and my USB syncs with active sync fine.

Any ideas what the problems could be? I am tempted to drown the hermes in holy water atm to make sure it isn't demonic possession ;(

Any help would be appreciated ;p

[lampllight]

Quick update:

I used Force using Safe SSPL for installing ROMS in the past with no problems. It is using this method that I get the 246 Error.

Other methods used gain different errors:

SPL1.04/1.10 - SPL1.09 Bootloader = Error 260 Update Error (check phone attached to usb cable and computer - which it is)
SPL1.11/1.13/1.20/1.35/1.40 Bootloader = 1% complete progress the error 270 Update Error (file image is corrupted) NO MATTER WHAT ROM I USE.
SPL2.02/2.10/2.30 New Bootloader = error 270 as above

Bootloader Screen Reads:

HERM100
IPL-1.01

HERM100
SPL-2.03

I have successfully flashed about 4-5 roms before without experiencing this problem. I have made no changes to my device or my PC. I don't know what could have caused this to happen all of a sudden and out of the blue.

[lampllight]

Could a moderator please move this to Hermes Upgrading etc section please?

[debonairone]

Have you tried installing the latest Olipro Hardspl v7 (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=296722).... it will read as v2.10 which is a later release than the v2.03 that you have... it will also fix any bad blocks on your device and you should be fine after that...

[lampllight]

Debonairone
You. sir.... ROCK!

Works great. Tragedy averted. Thoughts about buying an iphone extingusihed.

;p

[Frenly]

Hi gurus,

Im having the similar problem encountered the Error [246] Device not responding.
I have try installing the latest Olipro Hardspl v7 but unable to work. I am still encountered the same problem.
Im currently on Dopod 838 Pro (Hermes 100) with PAYS ROM, Rome Date : 08/09/07, Radio Version : 1.47.00.20, Protocol Version 32:80.7020.20H

Any advises and ideas ?

[digitalknoll]

Have you tried installing the latest Olipro Hardspl v7 (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=296722).... it will read as v2.10 which is a later release than the v2.03 that you have... it will also fix any bad blocks on your device and you should be fine after that...
can i use this olipro v7 for the herald/wing? i am unable to flash anything. i am hard spld and i have a working rom, i just dont like it. thanks

[ultramag69]

NO!!!! Using the Hard SPL for ANY Version of HTC device it wasn't intended is the fastest way to brick your phone...:eek:

[digitalknoll]

NO!!!! Using the Hard SPL for ANY Version of HTC device it wasn't intended is the fastest way to brick your phone...:eek:

cool, i didn't use it. but i can't flash anything. this stinks. i'm stuck with a rom i dont want.