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(Update: 24 Nov 08) Custom ROM: Manilla2D with Alternate Landscape (DXHK1/M2D04)

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Hi everyone, please take 2mins to read the entire post so you won’t need to ask a question that has already been answered.

Firstly, I would like to thank those who donated and for your kind words. It really is a motivation for me to keep on customizing,  specially for this version where it took a lot of effort to make an alternate landscape launcher and modified dialer…

I would also like to thank all the developers/skinners whose work I’ve used, without them the ROM would be much plainer than it is, so please support them too.

So what’s new?

- Brand new DXHK1 build thanks to secany and a different theme thanks to JCKOTZE

- Now, regarding M2D update 20/21. It does not support non-HTC devices, so I’m using update19b. Furthermore, it works 95%, so I’m not complaining. Wireless Network options under Settings still do not work, but if you would like to have a go at hexediting M2D, please share your results :D

- “All People” in M2D will open the Samsung Phonebook. If you would like to use a different calendar, open Samsung Alarm when the clock is pressed or even open SilverInbox when “All Messages” is pressed, please use the program called SSMaPa.exe by svenso in the \Windows\ directory. More instructions can be found http://forum.xda-dev...ad.php?t=447481 for this great little app.

- There is no “True” landscape support for Manila2D, that’s the way HTC made it, so the best alternative is by mbarvian where a  launcher activates the moment the keyboard slides out. Of course, the Omnia does not have a keyboard, so I modified it and created new graphics to work with the rotation of the screen.

Before anyone starts complaining, this is the best option for a landscape function until M2D supports “True” landscape, furthermore, at least you can perform some functions while in landscape. I personally just use
message and internet, so the rest of the shortcuts are just fillers. Takes about 3 secs to load back to M2D which is accepectable to me.

- Modified the dialer to have white buttons and background. If you wish to have a different background, just replace dialer_bg.jpg found in \Windows\. Also used the Black keyboard/keypad from iTinkD4iAm’s thread

- Storage / Program space is about the same as M2D03, since I optimised and removed similar apps.

- There’s a new A-GPS program, so those having problems should try and report back if it works.

- Live Messenger is still removed, so please download and install the .CAB found in the second post.

- Links to download and install Chinese fonts can also be found in the second post.

- Still using TouchLaunch 0.0.4.7, as the latest version does not support landscape. Current skin looks a little small when operating in landscape, but I do not know how to adjust it, so if you figure it out, please share the solution. Once again, please go into the program options and tick “Replace Folderview” for it to work with M2D.

- Others that remain the same as M2D03. Read description below.

Enjoy!

M2D04 - Download HERE


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If you are going to post the ROM elsewhere, please use the links above as I would like to keep track on the number of downloads. Thanks.

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OLD VERSION

Edit: I have updated the ROM to include a few fixes, such as Office. There was a problem with the Preconfiguration and UC and also problems with some taskswitchers. Overall, I find the ROM more responsive as I think I had a bad build for the original M2D03. So those having general problems are advised to upgrade.

Also modified M2D to be more "usable" with the Omnia:
- Clicking on the clock now bring you to the Samsung Clock app. The Home screen will not show if the Alarm is On/Off, so I suggest switching it off in M2DC. If you don't like this, use M2D02 instead
- "All People" will open Samsung Phonebook with the "New" option finally working.
- Wireless Network option in Settings will now open the Wireless Manager.

I cleaned out the CSC properly this time with some great new tools from PDAClan.com and that was causing some problems in the previous versions.

Also added an option to Donate directly to me  :lol: , thanks Paul for allowing me to use your app.
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Hi my friends, as you know I was waiting for the new M2D update 20 to be working before releasing a new version. But thanks to secany, we have a brilliant base ROM based on DTHJ9. Also, I know that there are some of you who are addicted to flashing your devices, so here's a little update before a working version of M2D with landscape support is out :o

I was a little tired of the dark coloured themes and decided to go for something simple with a little more colours. Thanks to kulet78 from xda-dev for allowing me to use and modify his theme to fit the Omnia.

Changes in this version:
- Apps have been optimised, so you get more Free Storage and Program memory than M2D02
- SilverInbox included as it seems to be working now.
- Windows Live removed.
-  ASPlayer(StreamingPlayer) removed, so install your favourite streaming  player like coreplayer or tcpmp to view certain streams.
- TouchPlayer removed, so windows media will open files. CAB provided in post #2.
- Zoomer removed. Does anyone even use it? ;)
- Fixed UC... hopefully. (please test and let me know)
- Fixed chinese fonts
- Fixed SmartConvertor
- TouchLaunch 0.0.4.7. Note: for "All Programs" to work in M2D, please run the app in Start Menu\Program and tick the option for it to "replace folderview". Also, it is recommended to minimise instead of closing the program as it takes a while to load.
- M2DC v0.19.203
- GoogleMaps v2.2.0.16
- Optimised Office Apps.

**A special thanks to all who have supported me, it's really appreciated, and I apologise if I'm  unable to answer all PM's, but I will try to when I have the time. Thanks also to all the excellent developers who program wonderful applications that make WinMo more usable. As you  know the Omnia community is small and HTC seem to get all the  "goodies", so kudos to all contributors that make our, already  brilliant, Samsung Omnia better. **


M2D03FIX - Download HERE


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Thanks to Paul for this brilliant site, GSeeker2 for finding a good ROM kichen at PDAClan, the very helpful guys at PDAmobiz and all others who contributed at the custom ROM discussion thread. Cheers!

Edited by PaSSoA, 23 November 2008 - 06:37 PM.

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Please READ THIS POST FIRST as I'm trying to compile all contributions in this post so searching for themes, modifications or CABs are easier.

You can also check out sector's thread here on his modified themes.

List of Themes/Modifications available for the Omnia:

1) Weather Icons / xml settings by sector
2) Modify registry to open different contact manager by us1111
3) Internet widgets Icons by sector
4) Album graphics by us1111
5) Modified Theme - Black HTC Manilla, Blue Manilla, Blue O2 by dark_spice / HTCHomesettings XML fixes for Black HTC Manilla & Blue O2 by sector
6) Dark start menu and bottom bar by dark_spice
7) Resized Omnia Wallpapers by sector
8) Black Vista Theme by dark_spice
9) Sticker Theme by sector
10) Sprint Theme by sector
11) Red Void Theme by sector
12) RedXDA Theme by sector
13) Modification to change M2D to use another calendar by sector
14) Change Internet widget instructions by 1900hmv
15) Playspiration 3.1 Theme by georo
16) Blue Steel Theme by sector
17) Add Chinese fonts to your ROM by wingw
18) Original M2D Blue theme by PaSSoA
19) Modification to allow M2D to use other Calendar/Phonebook by us1111
20) Original TaskSwitcher CAB by PaSSoA
21) Resized Widget Tabs to fit Omnia by Vortex
22) Change M2D Home screen Fonts by sector
23) Registry fix for Chinese fonts by new2city / CAB fix by PaSSoA
24) SmartConvertor Fix by PaSSoA
25) Youtube workaround by PaSSoA
26) *New* TouchPlayer with Album scrolling CAB by PaSSoA
27) Messenger CAB by PaSSoA
28) OfficeFIX CAB by PaSSoA
29) Flat Blue M2D03 Theme by PaSSoA
30) Zoomer CAB by PaSSoA
31) Normal Coloured Samsung Keyboard, Keypad. English and International Language
32) Black Samsung Keyboard, Keypad. International Language

Edited by PaSSoA, 21 December 2008 - 06:29 AM.

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Downloading the rom right now... :lol:


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One word only: WONDERFUL !!!

I think this is the best ROM that my precious Omnia can have :lol: Additions and substactions hits the target.

I want to see this one to be updated, please prepare future versions, please :D

Thank you so much PaSSoA !


Edited for a question:

I think this skin is very good but I just wonder if it is possible to use other Manila skins that can be found in below link with this ROM:
http://forum.xda-dev...ad.php?t=425974

Edited by buyukbang, 23 October 2008 - 04:57 PM.


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View PostPaSSoA, on Oct 23 2008, 17:25, said:

Hey people, if you had read the M2D complete guide by robf80, I had posted a few pictures of a cooked M2D with a few applications removed. After 2 days of testing, it is ready for use. Please note that this may contain bugs that I have not discovered, so use it at your own risk and, of course, I am not responsible for your device :D

Removed apps:
- DigitalFrame
- FlashLite2
- GoogleLauncher
- NetCF2.0
- PhotoSlides
- Podcasts
- RssReader
- Samsung Today 1
- Samsung Today 2
- Samsung Widget
- Samsung Main Menu / Launcher
- Shozu
- SliverInbox
- TaskSwitcher
- Welcome Center
- Windows Live

Added:
- NetCF3.5
- Working FlashLite3.1
- Magic Button
- Coloured Opera buttons and menu
- Total Commander CE
- Manilla2D update19 (optimised for Omnia's resolution) - thanks to all who contributed in the other thread. Youtube program not included as with FlashLite3.1, you can view it directly from Opera ;)
- Manilla2D Customizer v0.13.154 (forgot to add a shortcut in programs, you can find Manilla2Dconfig.exe in the \windows\ folder)
- GPS tweak as suggested, not sure if it works though.. and a few little others
- Comms manager as suggested, does not really like Omnia's resolution and may be a little buggy, but it works. Will search for an alternative for the next version.


Note:
1) After accessing "All Settings" from M2D tab, the "Settings" shortcut under the start menu stops working, I'm not too sure if it's inherent to M2D or it has something to do with the large start menu. Will investigate for the next version, M2D02...

2) When you start GoogleMaps the very first time, click yes to all the security warnings that will appear. Omnia's security policies are a little different to other builds so it doesn't want to be disabled.


Installation:
- Unrar with winrar or similar program
- Run .exe and follow instructions
- As with normal installation, perform it on a WindowsXP pc with proper modem drivers installed.
- If you are having problems after flashing, perform a hard-reset and try again.

Download Here

Please try not to mirror it as I would like to know the amount of downloads, I will try to upload it on another server soon.

Have fun and please report any bugs or suggestions.

Thanks to Paul for this brilliant site, GSeeker2 for finding a good ROM kichen at PDAClan, the very helpful guys at PDAmobiz and all others who contributed at the custom ROM discussion thread. Cheers!

Preview:
Can this be done on vista or is it not recommended  :lol:

also is there a way to install working flashlite 3 on its own as all iv tried does not work



thanks


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Simply fantastic! :lol:

I try it now! :D


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Hello, awesome rom.  just wondering, is it possible to take off magic button and total commander for your next release?  many people use different task managers and such.  Thanks!

edit:removed quote, quoted wrong person ;p

Edited by wingw, 23 October 2008 - 05:44 PM.


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Can we please get an update to this with UC support? Pointing to an Autorun.exe on the My Storage would be nice...


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View Postbuyukbang, on Oct 24 2008, 00:50, said:

One word only: WONDERFUL !!!

I think this is the best ROM that my precious Omnia can have :D Additions and substactions hits the target.

I want to see this one to be updated, please prepare future versions, please ;)

Thank you so much PaSSoA !

Edited for a question:

I think this skin is very good but I just wonder if it is possible to use other Manila skins that can be found in below link with this ROM:
http://forum.xda-dev...ad.php?t=425974

Yes, just copy the whatever-theme.zip to \Program Files\M2DC\Themes, open Manilla2Dconfig.exe, you may want to backup default theme/settings first. Then, go to themes click add, search for the whatever-theme.zip and click ok. After that Apply Theme and you're on your way. Change the htchomesettings.xml to fit the Omnia resolution and you're done.

Screenshots below...

View Postpunkmonkey1984, on Oct 24 2008, 00:51, said:

Can this be done on vista or is it not recommended  :lol:

also is there a way to install working flashlite 3 on its own as all iv tried does not work

thanks

Not too sure if it can be done on Visita, but I think it throws out some problems. There is no way to install FlashLite3.1 as the original ROM had FL2.0, only way to use FL3.5 is with a cooked ROM :o

Some shots on how easy it is to customise the theme. Props to the author of M2DC and M2D skinners...

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Am I dreaming :lol: Really very good news. Thanks again...

View PostPaSSoA, on Oct 23 2008, 19:47, said:

Yes, just copy the whatever-theme.zip to \Program Files\M2DC\Themes, open Manilla2Dconfig.exe, you may want to backup default theme/settings first. Then, go to themes click add, search for the whatever-theme.zip and click ok. After that Apply Theme and you're on your way. Change the htchomesettings.xml to fit the Omnia resolution and you're done.

Screenshots below...

Edited by buyukbang, 23 October 2008 - 05:55 PM.


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Is it possible to link it not on rapidshare... I have problems with IP...  :lol:

Ok ok... sorry... I read only now: "I will try to upload it on another server soon."

I'll wait

Edited by Johnny72, 23 October 2008 - 06:06 PM.


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So now omnia support full flash sites like youtube and ALL other sites such as nike and adidas for example ?


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Hi guys,

without wanting to sound like to much idiot - how do i flash to this rom.

my current rom version is xxhg5...

do i just need to download the samsung modem driver, download the file, connect the phone to pc and run file...???

any help wud much appreciated - i feel left out as everyone else seems to have updated their roms :lol:


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Nice work. Are the removed programs available as cabs? Without Windows Live there is no Hotmail which I use, and I also like the Taskswitcher as it can be called up from any screen.


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cant wait to try this!!!

Flash finally!

Thanks for your hard work.


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Just installed, Works fine. Looks and runs flawlessly MANY MANY thanks. Will report any bugs/issues i encounter


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Thanks for the hard work on this.  Long may it continue.

A bit of feedback:

1) Audioplayer seems buggy to me - when I try to update my library it seems to freeze.  Though the first time it did update my library and froze when I picked a track.  
2) If I use Touch Player and then try quitting out (hitting the X in the top right) it seems to be hit and miss on whether it works or not.

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View PostPaSSoA, on Oct 23 2008, 18:47, said:

Yes, just copy the whatever-theme.zip to \Program Files\M2DC\Themes, open Manilla2Dconfig.exe, you may want to backup default theme/settings first. Then, go to themes click add, search for the whatever-theme.zip and click ok. After that Apply Theme and you're on your way. Change the htchomesettings.xml to fit the Omnia resolution and you're done.

Ive downloaded a theme from the link above, But having trouble with resolutions as you mentioned.
In htchomesettings.xml i have


But this does not seem to affect the theme, "Vista Black"

Edited by L.P, 23 October 2008 - 08:41 PM.


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I try to upgrade this ROM but I have this screen after I open the file and is not reconaizing my phone. what I am doing wrong. was working fine with the official ROM but I see on this is different loader. I need some help. Thanks.

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Wow this looks great, thank you for your hard work PaSSoA!  As much as I am enjoying MCR01 I'm going to flash this tonight :D Oh dear, with all the custom ROMS coming out I see a flashing addiction coming on :lol: I lost count of all the ROMs I tried on my Kaiser, there were so many to check out...

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