[MetroPCS] 3G Speeds & Settings + Help Getting 3G! |PRL 3032 Released!|

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nymica

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I'm pretty sure you can flash an older clockwork mod or possibly a different recovery and it will flash with no problem.... I know Mteezey mentioned amon ra earlier that one may be your best bet...

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I forgot you have to use among ra recovery for the 3.0 script. Sorry forgot about that I never use cwm anymore. You can flash amon ra on ROM manager though. Just go down to flash alternate recovery.

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I always used swag on but its up to you which one to run. Really you can run whatever u want other than sense 3.5 roms. I posted scripts for others and I think bloodies scripts are back up.

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That's pretty sweet. I just bought one for 30$ that has a broken usb port. I was just gonna use the screen and lcd of it for another EVO I got. But once I got it apart the two phones have different connections where the lcd plugs in :( now I just have to solder the usb port back on. And the just by a new screen and lcd for the other one.

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One of the phones have a bad esn cause the dude thought he lost it at a store . He reported it lost got him a new evo then he found it weeks later now he got a new phone and sold both of them to me for 150

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killa57 said:
One of the phones have a bad esn cause the dude thought he lost it at a store . He reported it lost got him a new evo then he found it weeks later now he got a new phone and sold both of them to me for 150

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That's great man, Very good deal. What are you going to do with them? lol

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I'm getting an ascend tonight as part of the deal to sell my buddy one of the og evos I got. Once i get the new lcd for the other one i will be using the ascend as a donor for it and see if our phones being in db as a metro phone and not houdini will allow those of us in the markets not getting 3g to get it that way. :)

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I'm thinking what kind of process I should take to flash it, shall I do the same process as boost but with the metro phone or shall I just try my luck again and take it to metropcs?

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Ok guys I think I'm getting close. I disabled my profiles and I saw 3g pop up on my phone twice today. It never connected fully but its a start. I also remember when I got it that last time but lost it when i went through and double checked my settings they were disabled then too. I'm on prl 3026 now which I usually never run(always 3022). So I'm gonna switch back to 3022 and see if that helps. Maybe someone else give it a try too see what results you get. Use qpst and uncheck box in mip tab that says "profile enabled".

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okay guys ive decided to do it the boost method cause for one the metro phone has a different ha and aaa password and no the password is not metropcs. Your spc number on dfs on data tab it does have your password as your spc number under ppp. on boost if you dont have the right ha and aaa pasword you will only have 1x but once i did put it on i received 3g. So there for i will now attemped to do the boost method and if i do get 3g i will let yall know guys. wish me luck.:)
 
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killa57 said:
okay guys ive decided to do it the boost method cause for one the metro phone has a different ha and aaa password and no the password is not metropcs. Your spc number on dfs on data tab it does have your password as your spc number under ppp. on boost if you dont have the right ha and aaa pasword you will only have 1x but once i did put it on i received 3g. So there for i will now attemped to do the boost method and if i do get 3g i will let yall know guys. wish me luck.:)
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Are you saying you went with Boost service?
 
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Sorry for cunfusion im not going with boost I'm going to use a metro phone and replicate it exactly to my evo like they do with boost mobile to evo.

The post above was an experience I did with my first evo to boost I have 3 evo's I'm using my second evo to go to metro
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Who was it that wrote the white rabbit NV items? Someone on bloodies thread needs help. Bad blog tried sending him some nvitems but wasn't sure if he should write em all

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JD2589 said:
Do you know your MetroPCS MSL Code that is used as your password for Data?
Well you can go to whiterabbit.org to calculate it.
You said you were connecting to 3G but it wasnt working, So my suggestion is for you to check your passwords in your Data and Mobile IP Tab.

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I have an HTC Touch Po 2 Already Flashed to Metro PRL ID 01004
If i update it to this will i have to take the phone back up metro to put service back on there ? or will it be fine?
 
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    [MetroPCS] 3G Speeds & Settings + Help Getting 3G!

    MetroPRL Website

    Thread Introduction & Purpose:

    Welcome,

    You guys can call me JD, I created this general thread so MetroPCS users with flashed HTC EVO phones can post their 3G speeds & locations, and get help on obtaining 3G signal and other MetroPCS related things such as MMS settings. I'm open to answering any questions you guys may have to the best of my knowledge.
    MetroPCS is currently updating 20% of there towers from 1X to 3G.

    MetroPCS 3G Coverage Map:
    Provided by Cellular Maps

    View attachment 762378

    Simple Steps to getting 3G:

    1.Download and Write one of the following PRL's:

    3019, 3020, 3022, 3023, 3024, 3025, 3026, 3027, 3028, 3029, 3030, 3031, 3032, 3033, 3035
    PRL Download Website
    PS: While at the Website, Please click on some ads, in support to maintaining the website up to date. Thank You. :)

    Writen HTC EVO PRL Update Guide

    Here's a HTC EVO PRL Video Update Tutorial created by Mikekelso421:
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gP4xR_rmPrU&list=UUxqzz5EkFT8YZpnC9UZR6-A&feature=plcp


    2.In QSPT Service Programming under M.I.P tab set the Mobile IP behavior to 'Simple IP' This will allow your phone to connect to 3G when available or 1X when not in a 3G service area.

    If there is 3G signal in your area after completing these 2 simple steps you should now have 3G.

    If your still having trouble getting 3G and your sure theirs 3G in your area theres still hope, Try forcing 3G by setting your EVO into HDR Mode.

    My Exact DFS Settings & Guide

    1. Register, Create Account!
    2. Download & Install. DFS.exe
    3. Dial ##DIAG# On EVO.
    4. Connect to PC.
    5. Open DFS.
    6. Enter Login Info.
    7. You'll enter Demo Mode (Allows Full Access of Program.) :D
    8. Next To Ports, Next to Open Close Ports button, There's a drop down menu, Choose your phone (HTC Diagnostic Interface (COM #)
    9. Then Click Open/Close Port Button until it opens your port and all your phones info appear in yellow in the Equipment screen.
    10. Press SPC send button (Unlocks Phone. ;))
    11. Go to the Programming Tab, Where you'll find, Nam, Data, Mobile IP Tabs
    12. Nam Tab> Read> Edit Settings> Write!
    13. Data Tab> Read> Edit Settings> Write!
    14. Mobile IP Tab> Read> Edit Settings> Write!

    Be careful while changing setting, look over things more than twice, If you need help on anything I'm here, Live Support :D!

    My Nam Tab:

    View attachment 772873

    My Data Tab:

    View attachment 772872

    Check out the Mode Settings under the Data Tab in the Mode Box ;)

    My Mobile IP Tab:

    View attachment 772874

    My Exact EPST Settings for Comparison:

    To view & edit yours:

    1. Dial ##3282# (##DATA#)
    2. Enter Edit Mode
    3. Enter SPC: 000000
    4. Compare.
    Code: 
    Data Profile:
Active Profile: 1 (Mines is 1, but it depends on which profile is set up on your phone for MetroPCS)
User Name: 786#######@mymetropcs.com
SPI MN-HA: 1234
SPI MN-AAA: 1234
Reverse Tunnel Preferred: Enable
Home IP Address: 0.0.0.0
Primary Home Agent: 0.0.0.0
Second Home Agent: 0.0.0.0
HA Shared Secret: ****** (MetroPCS MSL Code)
AAA Shared Secret: ****** (MetroPCS MSL Code)
DSA Server URL: https://dsa.spcdnsnet:443/dsa/ (Still on Sprints, but seems to not affect anything.)

EVDO:
DDTM: Disable
Preferred Mode: Automatic

Advanced:
MEID(HEX): (Your MEID)
P_REV: IS-2000 (6)
SCM: 58
Slot Mode: Enable
Slot Cycle Index: 2
MCC: 310
MNC: 00
MSID:786#######
ACCOL:5
Vocoder: Enable
EVRC-B: Disable
Home Orig: EVRC
Roam Orig: Voice 13K
LBS PDE IP:  (?)
LBS PDE PORT:  (?)
Home Sys Registration: Enable
Foreign SID Registration: Enable
Foreign NID Registration: Enable
DDTM: Disable
Home SID/NID #1: 6503/65535
MMS Server URL: http://mms.metropcs.net:3128/mmsc
RTSP Proxy  Port: 0
RTSP Proxy Address: rtsp.vog.sprintpcs.com (Still Sprints)
HTTP PD Proxy Port: 0
HTTP PD Proxy Address: pd.vog.sprintpcs.com (Still Sprints)

    Hope this helps you guys! :D

    Steps to manualy setting your EVO into HDR Mode:

    *Warning: Manually forcing your phone into HDR Mode or Digital Mode my cause issues like your PRL going into 0000 IF your phone has been MEID repaired. You know who you are so do not attempt this if your HTC EVO was MEID repaired. Only try this if your are sure your HTC EVO was not MEID repaired.

    1. Dial ##3424# (Sets your phone in Diag mode).
    2. Connect your EVO to PC thourgh USB.
    3. Open QPST.
    4. Start Clients>Service Programming.
    5. Read from phone.
    6. Go to System tab.
    7. Set your Preffered Mode to: HDR only
    8. Write to Phone.

    Reboot your phone and your HTC EVO should now be forced to connect to 3G!

    The reason why I ask you guys to do this by QPST rather than by Advanced Settings is because most of the times you change it on Advanced Settings but it really doesn't change anything.

    Although you guys can check to see if your connected to Evdo using Advanced Settings App. Open the app and go into Phone Information, take a look at your Network Type it should now say CDMA- EvDo rev. A!
    Screenshot:
    View attachment 767449

    MetroPCS MMS Fixes:

    It works with Most roms. Tested and Confirmed on Swagged Out Stock. :D

    Flash an MMS script compatible with your rom.
    __
    [New MMS Script for 4.67]
    Created by Mteezey
    4.67 MMS Script Mteezey
    __

    MetroPCS APN Settings:


    1.Download APN Manager from the Android Market.
    2.Create a new APN and enter these settings:

    • APN: internet
    • Proxy: wap.metropcs.net:3128
    • Port: 3128
    • UserName: Phone#@mymetropcs.com
    • Password: MSL code*
    • Server: wap.metropcs.net
    • MMSC: http://mms.metropcs.net:3128/mmsc
    • MMS Proxy: wap.metropcs.net
    • MMS Port: 3128
    • MCC: 310
    • MNC: 004
    • APN Type: MMS

    3. Download Any Cut from the Android Market, then create an activity, apns on your homescreen.
    Open apns choose MetroPCS and edit then authentication type to pap or chap. If no APN exists create a new one and fill it in with the info above.

    -Make sure to enable created APN in APN Manager.
    -Also if your MMS still isn't working make sure the metropcs.sh file from the script is in the correct place, if it is execute it. If It's not etract it from the script, and place it in the root of the internal memory, set permissions, and then execute it.
    *If you want to figure of your MetroPCS MSL code check out whiterabbit.org

    My Location & Current Setting & Speed:

    • Location: Miami, FL
    • Speed:1766D 532U
    • PRL: 3022
    • Radio:2.15.00.11.19
    • ROM: Swagged Out Stock
    • Screen Shot For Proof:
    View attachment 759864

    User Confirmed MetroPCS 3G Locations:

    • Miami, FL [JD2589]
    • Sanford, FL [chad9f9]
    • Hialeah, FL [ronwins]
    • Stockton, CA [edgeez25]
    • Atlanta, GA [rovertech1]
    • Lakeland, FL [StarfleetcCommunications]
    • Bartow, FL [StarfleetCommunications]
    • Davenport, Fl [marcnoel101]
    • Manteca, CA [montecristo1]
    • French Camp, CA [montecristo1]
    • Lathrop, CA [montecristo1]
    • Tracy, CA [montecristo1]
    • West Palm Beach, FL [pimpmack]
    • Hudson Country, CT [medinab77]
    • Fort Pierce, FL [pimpmack]
    • Port St Lucie, FL [Mikekelso421]
    • Ypsilanti, MI [bill48105]
    • Ocala, FL [mikeuriah]
    • Sacramento, CA [chainsaw5001]
    • Modesto,CA [discobiscuit]
    • Bakersfield, CA [yknujssab]


    Big Thanks to all users above :D

    Problems/Solutions:

    Stuck in Digital Roaming Mode?


    Disclaimer

    I'm only providing this information to help out MetroPCS users, Please proceed with caution and at your own risk. Anything that happens is your responsibility. I am not responsible for any damages you cause to your phone hardware, software, service provider account, or any other damages that might result from your usages of this information.
    This is a friendly warning, Proceed with caution.

    _______

    I'm currently a college student and have many expenses, If you guys appreciate my work and time dedicated to helping others, consider donating. All donations are welcome.

    Thank You.



    -For those of you guys that are mobile here's a direct link:
    JD2589 XDA Donations

    If you have any other questions or need help just ask.

    Happy Posting :D

    Also, If you find this information or my posts helpful in anyway, besides donating, hit the 'Thanks' button. Thank You!​

    JD
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    killa57
    here you go guys the new prl file 3026
    http://www.mediafire.com/?qbozy3km16ydyb4
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    3029 PRL!

    I was working on a new customers phone today and came in with an EVO preflashed (talk+txt) from MetroPCS with a 3029 PRL. I will rip it and upload later...

    Here it is, I haven't tried it yet but 3G works on the EVO!
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    yknujssab
    PRL 03028

    Hello, been following this thread for about 2 weeks. Lots of good info. I just registered so I can post this. Anyways, I have an Evo flashed to Metro. I've done everything but no 3G here in Bakersfield, CA. My wife has a Admire, also no 3G. I was messing with hers today and noticed that the PRL was reverted to 3026. She had 3027 when I had checked it before. So I did the *228 to update. And lo and behold 3028!!! Hopefully I wake up to 3G. Doubt it since I think Bakersfield is capped. Anyways, I hope this helps someone out there.
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    mteezey
    mteezey
    There's a lot more to it that setting that to auto for those of us in markets that aren't connecting. My how I wish it were that simple. I've cloned metro phones and tried a million different combinations of data settings. Different profiles different shared secret passwords and still nothing. As long as you have followed the guide in the op you will get 3g from first boot if you are in a 3g area. Also all roms made for a cdma phone are automatically set to cdma auto prl. Imo its more along the lines of metro putting there evdo connections out over 1700 mhz signal which sprint phones do not have radios to support. Browse the thread a little from pages 80-100 u.should be able to find a lot of the tests I have done with modifying apks from metro wildfire amongst a lot of other things.

    Sent from my PG86100 using Tapatalk 2
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