The Chinese company Lenovo manufactures its phone models for different world markets. In this regard, 2 versions of smartphones are released: European and Chinese.
Owners of the Chinese version of Lenovo often face the problem of lack of communication. This is primarily due to the fact that the "Chinese" does not catch a 3G network at a frequency of GSM 900.
If the Lenovo P780 doesn’t catch the connection, this already indicates that it was manufactured for the Chinese market.
The difference between the European and Chinese versions of Lenovo P780
A person who does not understand the technique will be able to distinguish the Lenovo euro-smartphone from the Chinese, judging by the picture below. On the left side of the image is Chinese, on the right - European.
The battery has a different arrangement of labels and stickers.
Only after we are convinced of the phone version, we can proceed with the firmware instructions.
Step-by-step firmware for Lenovo P780 communication module
On this, the Recovery firmware is over.
5. Download the working version of the modem for Lenovo P780 from the link (archive).
6. Go to TWRP Recovery -\u003e click Install -\u003e Select and install the archive of the radio communication module downloaded above.
7. There you need to clean the cache: click Wipe cache / dev link, then restart the phone.
If this step-by-step instruction on flashing the communication module for Lenovo P780 turned out to be difficult, we suggest watching the video below.
Video firmware for the Lenovo P780 radio module
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The well-known Lenovo brand delivers its high-tech products to users living in China and to the global market. Owners of the non-European version may face the problem of poor communication or its complete inaccessibility in other regions. This is because the Chinese version does not support a 3G network with a frequency of GSM 900. To restore normal operation, the firmware of the Lenovo p 780 radio module is required , manufactured for the domestic market of China.
You can distinguish the Chinese model of the smartphone from its counterpart visually, by stickers and inscriptions on the battery of the battery. After installing the version of the mobile device, you can begin to perform its flashing.
Chinese version European version
Procedure for setting up the radio module
In order to ensure the compatibility of the imported mobile device from China with domestic mobile providers, certain operations need to be done. The firmware of the lenovo p780 communication module can be implemented by using one of the described methods.
Option 1
To replace the factory radio module installed on the gadget, you must perform the following operations:
- load the necessary firmware archive into the PC memory;
- connect the gadget to the computer using a cable in the "USB-FLASH" mode;
- select “modem.img” from the downloaded archive and copy it to the place of the file installed by the manufacturer in system \\ etc \\ firmware \\;
- assign a special right 644, which allows reading and changing files to the owner of the device;
- Lenovo p 780 firmware of the radio module requires entry into the "Owner replacement" position;
- fill in the fields similar to other files in this folder;
- reboot the device.
With simple steps, you can restore high-quality communication on your mobile device. This method can be used as a prophylactic tool.
Option 2
Firmware for Lenovo p780 modem can be carried out if you are guided by the following instructions:
- select the archive with the Lenovo p780 modem firmware on the Internet with the installation mark via the “Recovery” function and load it into the memory of the personal computer;
- connect the mobile device to the computer by installing "USB-FLASH";
- get Root rights in a possible way;
- unpack and copy to the root directory of the memory card of the selected archive with the modem;
- enable the “Mobileuncle” function on the phone and select the “Recovery Update” operation;
- find a preloaded hiv;
- reset the device’s cache using the Wipe Cash partition function;
- in Lenovo p780, the modem firmware will be completed after the smartphone is rebooted.
The given step-by-step instruction allows you to independently perform the necessary operation to restore high-quality communication.
Return to the old firmware version
If, for some reason, the new Lenovo p780 modem firmware does not suit the user
or if the device has problems, it is advisable to restore the previous version of the software. This operation can be carried out according to the following algorithm:
- download and unzip the previous version of the firmware into the computer's memory;
- turn off the smartphone requiring firmware;
- download and activate the SP Flash Tool utility
- select in it and use the function
- register the path of the downloaded working version of the firmware;
- mark "DA DL All With Check Sum" in the menu that appears;
- using a USB connection, connect the gadget to the computer;
- run the firmware and wait for it to finish.
Please note that in Lenovo p780 the replacement of the radio module with an unexpected interruption of this process can cause smartphone damage. In order to avoid emergency situations, it is recommended that these operations be entrusted to professionals.
M phone model “Lenovo P780”, like other devices of this company, provides for the presence of different variations of the radio module. Because of this, the options for Chinese and European production get quite significant differences. So, in the case of the Chinese modification, be aware that your smartphone will not support 3G networks at GSM 900 frequencies, as a result of which the connection will be of poor quality and, most likely, intermittent. Especially - as you move away from the tower of the mobile operator.
Differences between the Chinese and European Lenovo P780 Series
The main thing that catches your eye when examining both models is the different location of the inscriptions and stickers of the battery cover. Take a closer look and you will definitely find obvious differences.
So, in order to improve the catch of a signal by a smartphone, as well as to increase the speed of the Internet of a mobile device, it is recommended to try various types of radio modules.
Let us consider how to flash a radio module and achieve high-quality conversion. The step-by-step process of flashing radio modules in Lenovo P780 models:
1) Make sure that you have correctly installed "TWRP - recovery";
2) download your preferred radio module (all offered fit the model configuration):
- - modem type V51 - (clickable).
- - modem type V52 - (clickable).
- - modem type V23 - (clickable).
- - a modem suitable for a smartphone from the Lenovo S920 model - (clickable).
3) the next step, visit “TWRP - recovery”, click on the “Install” item and activate the previously purchased archive with the radio module to be installed, but before that point do “Wipe cache” and then reboot the phone.
From now on, you clearly know how to flash a radio module. So, you can, if necessary, independently normalize the settings. Do not be afraid to flash and try the modem. All firmware of the radio module is reversible - so try the modem that suits you the most!
Remember that everything that you do - you do at your own peril and risk! Before you do something - think 100 times!
