I purchased an HTC HD2 about 2 months ago and I have seen these phones using the Android and I would like to have the same thing. But heres the issue. I've been reading(XDA), reading and reading and there are so many options that I dont know what the correct one would be. I would like to find a good one without bricking the phone.
So this is a fairly new HD2. Can someone assist me??
All depends on what you will sir;
But try this build, it's very nice and stable.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=859817
PS; don't forget Android needs minimum Radio 2.08.50
Ok. Now will I have to do this HSPL thing?? Would I have to change anything?? I would like to run Android but with the option of going back to WM if I need too.
My phone is stock with factory settings. Can I get a step-by-step guide??
First, i think you should flash latest official rom, with radio 2.15.50.
Then, flash Cotulla's HSPL, find the right one for your device.
(Optional) Task 29 to erase your official rom.
Download and flash custom rom!
Derek0228 said:
First, i think you should flash latest official rom, with radio 2.15.50.
Then, flash Cotulla's HSPL, find the right one for your device.
(Optional) Task 29 to erase your official rom.
Download and flash custom rom!
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Okay. My radio is 2.15.50.14. Can you provide any links to threads of what you prefer would be good??
GilletteLacoste said:
Okay. My radio is 2.15.50.14. Can you provide any links to threads of what you prefer would be good??
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yes, no problem
1. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=6891358&postcount=1893 Cotulla's HSPL3
2. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=5848003&postcount=19
Clean task29 <----- Follow the instructions, but do it before flashing a custom rom, because when you do task29, your phone has no OS until you flash another rom. So it'll be useless til' you flash a rom. When the bar is in approx. 96%, keep holding volume down key til' you get to the rainbow (bootloader) screen.Then, flash a custom rom.
3. My favorite custom rom of all time: Energy Rom
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=591784
Then, you're done
Sorry, but WTH are you on about?
If he's got a suitable radio then he doesn't need HSPL.
OP - please ignore the above advice and just jump straight to running Android off your SD card.
Sent from my HTC HD2 using XDA App
johncmolyneux said:
Sorry, but WTH are you on about?
If he's got a suitable radio then he doesn't need HSPL.
OP - please ignore the above advice and just jump straight to running Android off your SD card.
Sent from my HTC HD2 using XDA App
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So what Android build would you suggest??
Sorry, but with custom roms it's better to run android, and since he said he didn't want to brick his phone, and when you talk about bricking you're talking about hspl and roms,i gave him instructions on flashing hspl and a custom rom without him bricking his leo.
Although, he is right, if the only thing you want to do is run android, you just need to download a build, put it on your sd card, run clrcad.exe and then haret. But I suggest you flash a custom rom before Android, as it will enhance your experience.
Wish you success!
Happy New Year
Sent from my HTC HD2 using XDA App
Btw, I suggest darkstone's ram sense Android build. It's got great battery life and great performance. Plus, if you mess with system files, you just reboot and the changes are gone.
Trust me, you'll love that build.
PS: Before,i used android with the stock 3.14 rom, it all worked fine, but when I flashed energy rom, it was even better!
Again, happy new year.
Sent from my HTC HD2 using XDA App
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Hi to all,
I'm owner of a GSM Hero and I'm new to this forum. After the last announce made by HTC (Hero update in june), I'm thinking to install a custom ROM...but, cause I'm a newbie, I've few questions and also...I'm afraid to brick the phone!!! Is it dangerous???
1) I've read the tutorial about installing a custom ROM but I didn't understand when I've to install the last radio version. At beginning of the process??? After the backup?
2) I was thinking about VanillaEclair and VillainRom. At the moment these ROMs have GPS and data connection fully working?
3) Major known bugs of these ROMs (all apps are working, etc...)? Are the acceptable for everyday use? (I don't use exchange contact sync).
All your opinions will be appreciated!!!
ettore2379 said:
Hi to all,
I'm owner of a GSM Hero and I'm new to this forum. After the last announce made by HTC (Hero update in june), I'm thinking to install a custom ROM...but, cause I'm a newbie, I've few questions and also...I'm afraid to brick the phone!!! Is it dangerous???
1) I've read the tutorial about installing a custom ROM but I didn't understand when I've to install the last radio version. At beginning of the process??? After the backup?
2) I was thinking about VanillaEclair and VillainRom. At the moment these ROMs have GPS and data connection fully working?
3) Major known bugs of these ROMs (all apps are working, etc...)? Are the acceptable for everyday use? (I don't use exchange contact sync).
All your opinions will be appreciated!!!
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Rooting itself isn't that dangerous, as long as you follow the instructions and don't do anything silly like pull the battery mid wipe then you should be fine
1) Radio can be flashed at any time, I usually update the radio after the ROM is installed an setup.
2) + 3) I don't know about Vanilla Eclair, but there is very little the doesn't work with Villain ROM (very feature complete)
sequence
supposidely you have rooted the hero. its usually radio first and then the rom. radio actually can be changed before the rooting as well, if i'm not wrong.
The only way you can brick your phone is during a radio or recovery flash (which you won't be doing very often).
l0st.prophet said:
1) Radio can be flashed at any time, I usually update the radio after the ROM is installed an setup.
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Can I update radio with my Original HTC 1.5 installed? What will it change?
ettore2379 said:
Can I update radio with my Original HTC 1.5 installed? What will it change?
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Only with an official update. I meant after you installed a custom ROM
l0st.prophet said:
Rooting itself isn't that dangerous, as long as you follow the instructions and don't do anything silly like pull the battery mid wipe then you should be fine
1) Radio can be flashed at any time, I usually update the radio after the ROM is installed an setup.
2) + 3) I don't know about Vanilla Eclair, but there is very little the doesn't work with Villain ROM (very feature complete)
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l0st.prophet said:
Only with an official update. I meant after you installed a custom ROM
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Understood. Custom Rom first. Radio update then. Right?
ettore2379 said:
Understood. Custom Rom first. Radio update then. Right?
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You go it
If I wish, could I return from Villain to original 1.5 to receive 2.1 update from HTC in June? How?
ettore2379 said:
If I wish, could I return from Villain to original 1.5 to receive 2.1 update from HTC in June? How?
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Just run the exe for your carrier (from HTC website)
Current ROM: Vodafone 1.72.161.3 (82124) WWE
Current Radio: 2.07.51.22_2
Just got my HD2 today after swapping it for my TP2! very happy so far.
I Wanted to get an EnergyROM on it straight away as it is currently running some Vodafone branded rom.
The thing is my radio version is currently 2.07.51.xx... So from what I understand I need to flash Radio 2.07.50.
But If I flash that radio will it be compatable with the current Vodafone ROM? Or could it cause the phone to not boot?
I have checked the radio thread for compatability info but couldnt make any sense of it.
This all seemed so much simpler on the TP2... can anyone put my mind at ease here?
One other thing I'm worried about is the HSPL.
My current version is 1.66.HSPL
Am I right in thinking I need to use HSPL2 to flash HSPL 2.08?
Sorry for the extra question but I'm still a noob to all this and where the TP2 seemed like an easier first flash... Flashing the HD2 seems much trickier, riskier and with more variables.
Can anyone just clear up the above points for me? The more I read the more confused Im getting
thesweeney said:
Current ROM: Vodafone 1.72.161.3 (82124) WWE
Current Radio: 2.07.51.22_2
Just got my HD2 today after swapping it for my TP2! very happy so far.
I Wanted to get an EnergyROM on it straight away as it is currently running some Vodafone branded rom.
The thing is my radio version is currently 2.07.51.xx... So from what I understand I need to flash Radio 2.07.50.
But If I flash that radio will it be compatable with the current Vodafone ROM? Or could it cause the phone to not boot?
I have checked the radio thread for compatability info but couldnt make any sense of it.
This all seemed so much simpler on the TP2... can anyone put my mind at ease here?
One other thing I'm worried about is the HSPL.
My current version is 1.66.HSPL
Am I right in thinking I need to use HSPL2 to flash HSPL 2.08?
Sorry for the extra question but I'm still a noob to all this and where the TP2 seemed like an easier first flash... Flashing the HD2 seems much trickier, riskier and with more variables.
Can anyone just clear up the above points for me? The more I read the more confused Im getting
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First get HSPL 3 from here
Then flash the latest radio 2.12.50.2 from here
Now flash the latest ROM and there you are...
top man! cheers mate.
im guessing that radio 2.12.50.2 will work for the current ROM AND the latest Energy ROM?
thanks again for your help... much appreciated
2.12 radio is just the latest radio available mate, i stuck with the on in my sig its all bout personal preference and battery life, signal etc with radio's, but yes 2.12 will work, the rom will advise you what radio to use and are compatible, but i can confirm 2.12 will work with energy ROM's there's quite a few guys in his thread using that radio, you just have to test them for a few days see which is best for you, if its no good drop it down to a previous radio and test again, you shouldn't loose data while flashing the radio either, ( i say should not but back up you're mem card just incase)
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2.12 radio is just the latest radio available mate, i stuck with the on in my sig its all bout personal preference and battery life, signal etc with radio's, but yes 2.12 will work, the rom will advise you what radio to use and are compatible, but i can confirm 2.12 will work with energy ROM's there's quite a few guys in his thread using that radio, you just have to test them for a few days see which is best for you, if its no good drop it down to a previous radio and test again, you shouldn't loose data while flashing the radio either, ( i say should not but back up you're mem card just incase)
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Ahhh, Cheers bud!
Thats pretty much what I was thinking (Regarding personal preference with Radios)... but then when I read in the EnergyRom thread that the phone would not boot if using a .51 radio, I started doubting myself and started visualising my very first brick lol.
Anyways,
Thanks very much for clearing things up... Im now back to being excited about the flash rather than being s**t scared lol (oddly enough, the term I usually use for 'being scared' is "bricking it") lmao.
Cheers Chaps.
Gonna do the flashes tonights.
thesweeney said:
but then when I read in the EnergyRom thread that the phone would not boot if using a .51 radio, I started doubting myself and started visualising my very first brick lol.
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If your phone has a 51 radio installed and you flash a tmous based rom, such as energy, then the phone will hang at boot until you enter bootloader and flash a 50 radio. but don't worry, it won't harm it.
samsamuel said:
If your phone has a 51 radio installed and you flash a tmous based rom, such as energy, then the phone will hang at boot until you enter bootloader and flash a 50 radio. but don't worry, it won't harm it.
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ahh I getya. cheers.
Got a little problem now though.
Ive flashed HSPL...no problems.
But now, Im trying to install the new radio using the .exe available at the link provided by nicedude_abad above.
The installer is not in english. Its in Gibberish mixed with chinese characters. Almost like the file is corrupt but I have downloaded the same exe from 3 different links on that page.
Anyone got a link to an english installer for the newest radio?
just get another RUU file and try it that way mate
edit i see its a exe file, erm, i guess because where its from its in his native language, if you have 7zip you can extract the radio file and pack it with a normall ruu,
EDIT just incase you need it still, this isnt the exe, just extract them to the same folder, have phone connected and fire up the RUU follow instructions from the RUU, forgot to upload to my premium account so only 10 downloads
http://rapidshare.com/files/404706890/2.12.50.2.rar
Demon_man said:
just get another RUU file and try it that way mate
edit i see its a exe file, erm, i guess because where its from its in his native language, if you have 7zip you can extract the radio file and pack it with a normall ruu,
EDIT just incase you need it still, this isnt the exe, just extract them to the same folder, have phone connected and fire up the RUU follow instructions from the RUU, forgot to upload to my premium account so only 10 downloads
http://rapidshare.com/files/404706890/2.12.50.2.rar
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worked like a charm mate, thanks very much!!!
Hi, i downloaded the stock ROM from HTC site RUU_Leo_S_HTC_WWE_3.14.405.2_Radio_15.42.50.11U_2.15.50.14_LEO_S_Ship and couldnt install it as my HD2 has an O2 build (RUU_Le2_UK_1.72.206.3_Radio_15.32.50.07U_2.07.51.22_2_Signed_LEO_Ship)
I installed HSPL3 and then it installed but kept running out of memory and now i have downgraded my cell. I need to know if i can run android with the existing 1.72 build which doesnt have 2.08 radio. Can i flash a radio or can anyone tell me how to get 3.14 stock without any such hassles
Try a reset failing that a factory reboot should do the trick - its common to have issues after flashing the rom, most are sorted out by the above methods
Stock ROM 3.14 isn't compatible with HSPL sir!
Remove your HSPL and reinstall Stock ROM 3.14 (In your case (branded device) use GoldCard technique)
Can i just install radio _2.15.50.14. Will it be compatible with the stock 1.72.206.3 and will i be able to run android on it???
vivisphinx said:
Can i just install radio _2.15.50.14. Will it be compatible with the stock 1.72.206.3 and will i be able to run android on it???
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Yes, also possible.
thanks so much for that. id like to ask one more question, which android build would you suggest (with sense)???
vivisphinx said:
thanks so much for that. id like to ask one more question, which android build would you suggest (with sense)???
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It depends on what are your priority's and taste sir.
Personally the only thing what interest me on Android is HTCSence.com
but this means I can only use/install a Android version from the Desire HD ore Desire Z Build. (unfortunately this is temporary without camera function.)
Well, i use an HTC HD2 International Version bought from Amazon.com, and it seem the religion is from South East Asia. I can't install normally the ROM 3.14 WWE because it isn't compatible.
But i used HSPL and the ROM was installed successfully, i have no error until now.
Strike_Eagle said:
Well, i use an HTC HD2 International Version bought from Amazon.com, and it seem the religion is from South East Asia. I can't install normally the ROM 3.14 WWE because it isn't compatible.
But i used HSPL and the ROM was installed successfully, i have no error until now.
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Take a look on your available free program memory!
kurt-willems said:
Take a look on your available free program memory!
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Dang! You are right...
So, what should i do? uninstall HSPL and reinstall 3.14?
no, because my device isn't compatible with this rom (htc said that), it won't allow me to install it.
Are there any way to install this rom without error?
Strike_Eagle said:
Dang! You are right...
So, what should i do? uninstall HSPL and reinstall 3.14?
no, because my device isn't compatible with this rom (htc said that), it won't allow me to install it.
Are there any way to install this rom without error?
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wait till htc release the rom specific to S.E.A region
i bought this phone from amazon and i don't know exactly the religion of it...
Strike_Eagle said:
i bought this phone from amazon and i don't know exactly the religion of it...
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What is your full ROM version?
Ow, you can also use the GoldCard technique sir. This gives you the possibility to flash a otter stock ROM without the use of HSPL.
Plzz.. help me out!! since i updated to new radio version 3.03 i cant install hspl3!! i need to flash back to old radio version!! its seriously urgent!! thanks!!!
AlsonBC said:
Plzz.. help me out!! since i updated to new radio version 3.03 i cant install hspl3!! i need to flash back to old radio version!! its seriously urgent!! thanks!!!
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Witch aria ROM do you need?
Take a look on this thread; you can find there older stock Rom's:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=623283
i dont think there is a 1.66 rom for india..it was directly updated from 1.48 to 3.14
Thanx for the replies!!
I got the rom from shipped-roms.com and the version was 1.48 as pakure said!! well anyway it worked and was useful for me!!
damn it, i cant get it from shipped roms, the download gets broken halfway, anyone got mirrors,please?
pakure said:
damn it, i cant get it from shipped roms, the download gets broken halfway, anyone got mirrors,please?
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Try this link,
http://67.228.111.202/shipped/Leo/R...15.28.50.07U_2.05.51.05_2_Signed_LEO_Ship.exe
thanks kurt, done that with your help, running wp7 now........waiting for monday, to get an activation key
steps i did:
1. flash back 1.48 wwe rom
2. hspl version-3( hspl 2.08)
3. flash radio 2.15.50
4. flash magldr 1.12
5. flash leo70 rom (WP7 ROM) ( old, freshly formatted 1gb sd, kingmax-(taiwanese company))
pakure said:
thanks kurt, done that with your help, running wp7 now........waiting for monday, to get an activation key
steps i did:
1. flash back 1.48 wwe rom
2. hspl version-3( hspl 2.08)
3. flash radio 2.15.50
4. flash magldr 1.12
5. flash leo70 rom (WP7 ROM) ( old, freshly formatted 1gb sd, some kingmax company)
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Happy to see that the download link worked now. And you get install WP7
Have fun sir.
kurt-willems said:
Happy to see that the download link worked now. And you get install WP7
Have fun sir.
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kept me awake, it is 4:20 AM here
pakure said:
kept me awake, it is 4:20 AM here
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Waw; you are motivate
Were you able to install it properly and is it possible to downgrade the HD2 rom?
dreamnitin99 said:
Were you able to install it properly and is it possible to downgrade the HD2 rom?
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Yes sir; if you used the right stock ROM you can downgrade your ROM.
pakure said:
thanks kurt, done that with your help, running wp7 now........waiting for monday, to get an activation key
steps i did:
1. flash back 1.48 wwe rom
2. hspl version-3( hspl 2.08)
3. flash radio 2.15.50
4. flash magldr 1.12
5. flash leo70 rom (WP7 ROM) ( old, freshly formatted 1gb sd, kingmax-(taiwanese company))
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Hi,
Is it possible for you to write the detail steps you did?
I am not able to understand setp 2 to step 5, how and what you did. I am novice in this.
Thanks in advance.
You rock kurt-willems! 100000000000000.... thanks to you! I was struggling hard to achieve this but couldn't get right ROM. Now I have it. You simply rock. Thank you very much. I've hit the button, but couldn't get enough satisfaction!
akshay2000 said:
You rock kurt-willems! 100000000000000.... thanks to you! I was struggling hard to achieve this but couldn't get right ROM. Now I have it. You simply rock. Thank you very much. I've hit the button, but couldn't get enough satisfaction!
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You're welcome sir.
uhmm!! WP7 is just a bull****!!
friends i think i wasted my time on WP7.. i have unlocked all functions expect the sound enhancer app by HTC.. without this WP7 is a waste,, The sound quality is not pleasing..but i agree the UI is superb..but for this i cant make my phone a useless.. So i personally recommend friends reading this post must change to the new Android GingerBread.. which u may find really cool and even more useful than before.. here's a link to the original post: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=877777 Wishing the BEST!!
pakure said:
thanks kurt, done that with your help, running wp7 now........waiting for monday, to get an activation key
steps i did:
1. flash back 1.48 wwe rom
2. hspl version-3( hspl 2.08)
3. flash radio 2.15.50
4. flash magldr 1.12
5. flash leo70 rom (WP7 ROM) ( old, freshly formatted 1gb sd, kingmax-(taiwanese company))
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hey i hav the same problem, but the link above is not working can u plz upload the file or give me another link.
plz help me out.
hi kurt the link is dead and i need that rom very badly plz help me out
Maybe HSPL4 is the solution for you - if the problem is the same?
Or, do you really just need a ROM?
Try it here or here.
I am currently using windows mobile 6.5 with rom version 3.14., i want to install nand android but i dont have hspl installed. What should i do????
and thanks for the links man.
I tried to flash my HTC Titan rom with the DFT rom, but I foolishly downloaded the SPL update from the HTC website and now I cant flash my phone. So if anybody can help me ,please do.
tmtkchris said:
Can anybody make a custom rom that can use SPL 2.6 ...PLEASE
I tried to flash my HTC Titan rom with the DFT rom, but I foolishly downloaded the SPL update from the HTC website and now I cant flash my phone. So if anybody can help me ,please do.
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Your request contains two inconsistent conflicting statements. You need to install HSPL to flash ANY custom rom. No-one is able to fulfill your request because it's impossible.
Start playing with goldcard trying to downgrade spl or forget custom roms.
AndrewSh said:
Your request contains two inconsistent conflicting statements. You need to install HSPL to flash ANY custom rom. No-one is able to fulfill your request because it's impossible.
Start playing with goldcard trying to downgrade spl or forget custom roms.
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Thanks now I gotta buy a y-cable
tmtkchris said:
Thanks now I gotta buy a y-cable
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You can do it: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1371073
Flash older ROM with SPL 2.05... Have you tried this simple thing?
Petulinek said:
Flash older ROM with SPL 2.05... Have you tried this simple thing?
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I've tried it but it wont flash the spl tough but the radio and rom flashed
I have tried the goldcard method with no success, so I guess I will have to wait until dft or somebody else makes a hspl that can be used with spl 2.6
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Please post questions in the general section​
I flashed the SPL 2.6 from the HTC website too, but I have a custom ROM on my phone right now.
Make sure you try all cable configurations on the GoldCard method. I had to use one that wasn't the same as the picture to get it to work. And also make sure you have the right kind of SD card or Flash Drive. For some reason, HTC Second Gen has been having some kind of problem with the types of cards that work with GoldCard...
Good Luck!
eeeelliott said:
I flashed the SPL 2.6 from the HTC website too, but I have a custom ROM on my phone right now.
Make sure you try all cable configurations on the GoldCard method. I had to use one that wasn't the same as the picture to get it to work. And also make sure you have the right kind of SD card or Flash Drive. For some reason, HTC Second Gen has been having some kind of problem with the types of cards that work with GoldCard...
Good Luck!
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Ok thanks I'll give another try