GPS not working after 6.1 upgrade

[epoh]

I used the 6.1 upgrade posted here the other day -

ROM version: 3.57.502.2 WWE
ROM date: 07/17/08
Radio version: 1.65.21.18
Protocol version: 25.88.40.05H

Everything has been working great except for GPS. I downloaded Google Maps and it worked previously with the 'Managed by Windows' option selected, but I cannot get a connection now. It just sits there with 'Seeking GPS satellites (0) ... " and does not connect. If I manually select COM4, it times out after a while and says "No GPS receive was found. yada yada yada."

I know the final official ATT rom uses a different radio version (1.65.17.10) and protocol version (25.83.40.02H). Would this effect the GPS? Should I load the official ROM instead of this one? Or can I just flash the radio?

[srsaleenstang]

Here with the same problem but if you try to download it from htc.com you still get RUU_Kaiser_CINGULAR_WWE_3.57.502.2_radio_sign_25.8 8.40.05_1.65.21.18_Ship could just be an old image that they have put in by error. and i used TOMTOM 7 as well and still no gps. Ill try different radios later 2 see what happens.Will post if any help

[epoh]

Thank you. Glad to know I'm not the only one.

I did finally get Skyfire, so I will console myself with that.

(everyone can get it this week with "Michael8" btw)

[fletchj2000]

I upgraded my Tilt, and I am not having any problems using the GPS. Have you tried using the HTC GPS Tool to see if it can get access to the GPS unit?

[fletchj2000]

Oops. I just noticed that you didn't install the ROM that came directly from AT&T. I used the official ROM and haven't had any problems.

It is possible that a difference in the radio could affect the use/performance of the GPS. I would still try the HTC GPS Tool first. If you haven't used it before, it will display all the satellites that your unit sees and their signal strengths.

[epoh]

Thanks, I'll go find that an install it. I've tried Windows Live Search, Google Maps and TrackMe, and none work so far. If I can't figure out it out by tomorrow I may just flash the 'official' ROM. I'd love to try one of the cooked ROMs, but work fries my brain enough as it is.

[scottnj1966]

I use i'nav on my phone.
I had to change the com port to 4 then it worked again.

[epoh]

I've tried manually setting com4, but that still won't work.

I installed the HTC GPS tool, but I'm not sure what I'm looking at. When I hit 'Open' it scrolls lots of stuff, but nothing ever pops up on the Satellite tab. :/

[Valtamr]

If you have Advanced Config or Kaiser Tweak, try turning off Assisted GPS.

[epoh]

thank Valtamr.. tried it both ways. Assisted GPS was off by default, tried turning it on, no go, turned it back off.

[srsaleenstang]

well i did download the official rom

[epoh]

Is it work properly now?

Gah, I hate having to load all my apps and customizations back on again.

[srsaleenstang]

well i didnt download any other just the official one and i got the problem

[Valtamr]

Gah, I hate having to load all my apps and customizations back on again.

If you hate reloading everything as much as I do....you owe it to yourself to check out SASHIMI:

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=392983 (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=392983)

I flash quite a bit, and let me tell you, SASHIMI is a life saver. It'll bring back your apps and settings very quickly (and even set up your email accounts if you build an XML with it's included tool). Bengalih also has great documentation for it (as well as video tutorials).

[epoh]

Thanks Val. I've seen SASHIMI mentioned before. Watching the YouTube vid now.

[epoh]

SASHIMI looks excellent. I think I've got everything setup w/it. Guess I'll try loading the ROM from HTC's website and see how it goes.

[srsaleenstang]

:) reinstalled the ROm now gps works. Try it might help you 2 :)

[epoh]

Yup.. just reinstalled from the file available @ HTC.com

ROM: 3.57.502.2 WWE
date: 07/17/08
Radio: 1.65.21.18
Protocol: 25.88.40.05H

Working GPS ftw.