BlackBerry FAQ

General Questions

WorldCam

AudioPOP/MediaPOP

Berricons

BerryTunes

ImageWallet

I just purchased your program but my registration code is not working.

Usually this means that you did not enter your BlackBerry PIN number correctly when you purchased the program. Some of our programs use the BlackBerry PIN to generate a registration code for you. If the PIN is entered incorrectly it will generate an invalid registration code. The BlackBerry PIN is 8 digits and does NOT contain the letter 'O' (this is actually the number zero). Depending on the model, you can locate the PIN under "Options>Status" or "Tools>Settings>Status" or "Settings>Options>Status" on your BlackBerry. The PIN can also be seen in the bottom left corner of the BlackBerry Desktop Manager when the BlackBerry is attached to the computer.

If you are having problems logging into a website, please contact us with your order number.

I purchased your program over a year ago and now my code has stopped working.

Many of our programs must connect to the Internet through our servers which provide content optimized for mobile devices. We generally include one year of free access to our servers with your purchase, unless otherwise noted. We believe this is fair considering the continuous fees involved with the hosting, bandwidth and maintenance of the servers. To continue using our web services, simply purchase another copy of the program and you will receive a new registration code giving you another year of access. This should also provide you with the latest version of the software. We are considering using more advanced subscription models in the future.

How do I uninstall an application from the BlackBerry?

In general, you can use the BlackBerry Desktop Software to uninstall an application by unchecking it in the Application Loader.

In some cases where you have installed the application OTA or via the Web Installer it may not be recognized by the Desktop Software. In that case, you can manually delete it from the BlackBerry itself. This can be done by going to the "Options" or "Advanced Options" screen on your BlackBerry and then opening up the "Applications" screen. From there select the name of the program you want to remove and choose "Delete" from the menu. If the program is not listed in the main list, open up the "Modules" screen from the menu and look for it there. The Modules screen is a long list and you may need to scroll through it to find the program.

I'm getting the message "Could not Open Tunnel" when trying to connect using Direct TCP

This typically means that you need to configure the TCP settings in your Blackberry.

From the BlackBerry home screen, these settings can usually be found by going to Options>TCP.

The location of the TCP settings can vary depending on your model. For example:

BlackBerry 7100t: Tools > Settings > TCP
BlackBerry 7100g/7100r/7100v: Settings > Options > TCP
BlackBerry 7230/7280/7290: Options > TCP
BlackBerry 7250/7520: N/A
BlackBerry 8700: Settings>Options>Advanced Options>TCP

Note: The TCP control panel is part of the BlackBerry OS, not our software.

Here are some settings for popular carriers that have worked in the past:

CarrierAPNUsernamePassword
AT&T (Cingular Blue)proxynonenone
Rogersinternet.comnonenone
T-Mobile US/UKwap.voicestream.comnonenone
T-Mobile Alternateepc.tmobile.comnonenone
T-Mobile Germanyinternet.t-d1.denonenone
AT&T/Cingular*wap.cingularWAP@CINGULARGPRS.COMCINGULAR1
Cingular*isp.cingularISPDA@CINGULARGPRS.COMCINGULAR1
Verizonnonenonenone
Nextelnonenonenone
O2 UKmobile.o2.co.ukmobilewebpassword
O2 Irelandinternetgprsgprs
Sprintnonenonenone
Telcel Mexicointernet.itelcel.comwebgprswebgrps2002
Telkomsel Indonesiatelkomselwapwap123
Telstratelstra.internetnonenone
Vodafone UKinternetwebweb
Vodafone Spainairtelnet.eswap@wapwap125

Note: "none" means leave field blank

DO NOT ENTER AN APN FOR THE BLACKBERRY 8830 WORLD PHONE

We recommend turning wireless off/on from the BlackBerry home screen after entering the settings above. Some users have reported that it is necessary to soft reset (ALT-CAP-DEL) the device or even remove the battery from the BlackBerry after entering the above setttings to reconfigure the device.

FYI, Direct TCP is the preferred method of connecting to the Internet with your BlackBerry. It usually provides a more reliable data connection than going through a WAP gateway.

*CINGULAR INFO

Settings above are case sensitive - enter carefully.

I'm getting the message "No additional applications designed for your handheld were found".

First, check to see if the application is already listed in the BlackBerry Desktop software. Open the Application Loader and scroll through the list of applications. If the program does not have a check next to it, check it and continue with the installation.

If the Application Loader get confused it is best to delete the program from the Application Loader, close the BlackBerry Desktop Software, and then try to reinstall the program using the Application Loader. To delete the program, highlight it and press the delete button. The idea being to delete the program from both the BlackBerry and the Application Loader (so that it does not appear in the list).

It is also possible that you don't have the matching BlackBerry Handheld software installed on your PC. You can download the BlackBerry Handheld software from your mobile carriers website.
Device Software Download Sites

If you continue to have problems, try uninstalling the BlackBerry Desktop Software and reinstalling with a different version. This has worked for us in the past when experiencing this problem. You will probably still need to install the matching handheld software on your PC as well.

Notes:

I'm getting the message "The application xxxxx cannot be loaded because some required files are not available".

This issue can be resolved by updating your desktop software. You can get an updated version of the desktop software from your carrier.

I'm getting a popup that says "The application xxxxxx has requested a http connection to xxxxxx". How can I prevent this popup?

Below this message are two choices for "Allow this connection" or "Deny this connection". Below that are two checkboxes for "Don't ask this again" for either all http connections or only this particular http connection. Use the trackwheel to navigate to the desired checkbox and press the spacebar to select it. Then continue by selecting "Allow this connection" as normal. The popup should disappear for subsequent connections.

I get the error "Permission denied" when trying to connect to the Internet.

You'll get "Permission denied" if you have (accidentally) answered "Deny this connection" along with "Don't ask this again" checked on the HTTP[S] network permissions popup. To get around "Permission denied" on subsequent uses, you need to re-enable the network permissions popup.

  1. From the BlackBerry's Home screen, select Options.
  2. Select the Firewall option from the provided list.
  3. Press the thumbwheel and select Reset Settings.

Next time you use the application, you should see the network permissions popup as per normal. Just make sure you select "Allow this connection" the next time.

How do I erase the saved data from the application?

Back up all data first to prevent any accidental data loss

  1. Start the BlackBerry Desktop Manager
  2. Establish a serial or USB connection to your BlackBerry handheld
  3. Uninstall the affected application from your handheld:
    • Start the Application Loader
    • Uncheck the box next to the affected application in the "Handheld Applications Selection" list
    • Click Next and then Finish to initiate the uninstall
  4. Erase the application's data from your handheld:
    • Start the Application Loader
    • Click Next twice until you arrive at the screen entitled "Completing the Application Loader Wizard"
    • Click on the "Advanced..." button located in the lower right
    • Check the "Erase all application data" checkbox and select Next to continue
    • Leave the radio button on "Automatically backup the handheld application data..." and select Next to continue
    • Click Finish to initiate the unload and reload of handheld application data
  5. Reinstall the affected application back onto your handheld:
    • Start the Application Loader
    • Recheck the box next to the affected application in the "Handheld Applications Selection" list
    • Click Next and then Finish to initiate the reinstall

I'm getting the error "Could not find service book entry for IPPP".

This message indicates that the program could not successfully connect to a BlackBerry Enterprise Server (BES) with Mobile Data Service (MDS). The resolution depends on whether or not you intend to connect via BES.

To connect via the BlackBerry Enterprise Server: Make sure your company is Running BES version 3.5 or later with MDS enabled for your device. Contact your BES administrator to confirm this information. Once you are sure that MDS is enabled, you will typically need to cradle your device to receive the appropriate service book entry for your handheld. The current list of service book entries can be viewed by selecting Options>Service Book. The service book entry you need will typically look something like this: Internet [IPPP]. Please contact your BES administrator for futher assistance.

If you are not using the BlackBerry Enterprise Server: You have probably installed the wrong edition of our software. Please contact us to arrange an exchange.

I'm using the Personal Edition, but I keep getting the error "WapIOException".

Make sure you've selected the correct carrier in the settings. Also make sure that you have a strong signal and that your wireless radio is on.

I'm getting the error "The application xxxxxx has attempted to open a connection to a location inside the firewall and outside the firewall which is not allowed by your IT policy."

If you have an IT policy on your device it can prevent you from making certain types of connections for security reasons. This is typical of a company using the BlackBerry Enterprise Server but may also occur if you are using BlackBerry Unite.

If you are receiving this message, the easiest thing to do is to disable the Firewall. This is located in Options > Security Options > Firewall. Change the status to "Disabled". You may also want to "Reset Settings" and "Reset All Counts" from the Firewall menu.

If your firewall is locked and you are using a company BlackBerry with a BES please contact your IT department. If you are using Unite you can probably remove the IT policy yourself by removing the device from Unite and/or using the Javaloader "Reset to Factory" option. The reset to factory option requires a device with OS 4.3 or greater but some have reported it to also work with OS 4.2.2.

Sometimes wiping the device is the only way to resolve this issue. This can be done by going to Options > Security Options > General Settings and choosing "Wipe Handheld" from the menu. WARNING!! Wiping the device will erase all messages, service books, TCP settings, etc. Do this at your own risk!

Can I use your program with my BlackBerry 7750 on the Verizon network?

You can use the Enterprise Edition of our software if your company is running the BlackBerry Enterprise Server with MDS enabled. The Personal Edition will not work at this time because Verizon does not provide a WAP gateway that we know of. However, the BlackBerry 7250 from Verizon should work as it supports Direct TCP.

Can I use your program with Bell Mobility or Telus in Canada?

You can use the Enterprise Edition if your company is running a BlackBerry Enterprise Server or if you are using a BlackBerry 7510 on the Telus Mike network. The Personal Edition isn't known to work on the Bell Mobility or Telus networks.

I'm getting a "Bad DNS Address" or "NullPointerException" or "unknown error" message on my BlackBerry 7510, what do I do?

Make sure that your BlackBerry has wireless turned on.

I'm getting the error "Max connections opened" on my BlackBerry 7510

Please update your BlackBerry's Handheld software to a newer version. Contact your carrier for the latest version.

You can get a temporary fix for this issue by performing a soft reset of your BlackBerry: hold down ALT-CAP-DEL simultaneously. This issue is caused by pressing the ESC button while content from the Internet is loading.

I'm getting the error "Unable to open connection" on my Nextel BlackBerry 7510, what do I do?

If you've just ordered data service for your BlackBerry, it can often take Nextel a few days to establish service. Please try again after a day or two.

I'm getting the error "Http through Wap not supported on this network" on my BlackBerry 7510, what do I do?

You've likely installed the Personal Edition of our product. Please contact us for the Enterprise editon.

I'm getting the error "Malformed Address - Returning Null Connection" on every other connection.

This error only seems to occur with Direct TCP and has to do with your Carrier's DNS not resolving correctly. First, we suggest you try turning wireless off and then back on again. If that doesn't work, try soft resetting the device (ALT-CAP-DEL) or pulling the battery. If you are still getting the error message try using the carriers WAP gateway instead of Direct TCP. Sometimes this error will resolve itself in a few days.

I'm getting the error "The following modules could not be loaded because their digital signatures were invalid."

This error happens when you are using the BlackBerry Enterprise Server (BES) and your company has a restricted IT policy that does not allow for installing 3rd party applications. The only way to resolve this is to have your BlackBerry administrator change the settings on the server. This will allow you to install 3rd party applications.

WorldCam

How do I view my own webcam with WorldCam?

Setup a favorite in WorldCam with a URL directly to the webcam JPEG image. Proprietary image formats (such as Linksys webcams) are not supported.

Some users have reported success using Axis webcams, Webcam 2000, Webcam32 and several other webcam software packages. Please note that we do not provide support for setting up webcams.

AudioPOP/MediaPOP

Why doesn't the audio file play?

If the audio file is downloading correctly but does not play when you click the "Play" button the most likey reason is that the audio file is in a format that the BlackBerry does not support. You must use one of the formats listed in the instructions and it must be in a supported encoding. There are various "flavors" of .wav files and the BlackBerry only supports a few of them. The newer models support more .wav encodings, but they still do not support all of them.

Why don't I see the AudioPOP menu option?

Make sure you scroll all the way to the bottom of the message before trying to open the attachment. You should see something like "application: file.wav (64k)" at the bottom of the message. This is where your cursor should be before you will see the "AudioPOP" menu option.

Why do I get the message "Attachment Not Found"?

There are a couple of reasons why you could be getting this message.

First, make sure you close any email client on your desktop computer that is using the same email account that you are using with AudioPOP. If you are using Gmail, do NOT keep the gmail website open while you are using AudioPOP. These actions will prevent the email from being downloaded and removed from the server before AudioPOP has a chance to download the file.

Second, if you are using Gmail you should maintain the account occassionally by deleting old emails. If you let hundreds of emails pile up in your Gmail account it is possible that AudioPOP will timeout before it can find the email with the attachment. The other option is to use Gmails "recent" mode by preceeding your username with the word "recent:" (eg. "recent:username@gmail.com"). See the MediaPOP user guide for more information on Gmail's recent mode.

Berricons

Why don't Berricons display as graphics?

Berricons are text emoticons - they display as text symbols on the BlackBerry.

Currently, the BlackBerry can not display graphics when composing messages.

Also, a text message (SMS) is text by defintion and can not contain graphics.

Until BlackBerry adds support for graphics in outgoing messages that is all that can be done.

BerryTunes

Why can't I hear anything on my headphones?

If you are having problems listening to music with a wired headset open BerryTunes and change the output to "Speaker Phone". Close Berrytunes and pull out the battery to reset the device. After reboot, plug in the wired headset and try again. Leave the output set to "Speaker Phone" - plugging in a wired headset should override the speakerphone.

If you are having problems listening to music with a stereo bluetooth headset open BerryTunes and change the output to "Stereo Bluetooth". Close Berrytunes and pull out the battery to reset the device. After reboot, pair the stereo bluetooth headset as you normally would and try again.

Do not choose the "Bluetooth Audio" output option in BerryTunes unless you know your device supports it and you have a mono bluetooth headset. This option is to support legacy devices and will be removed in a future version.

Why can't I make a USB connection to BerryTunes?

Make sure you have the BerryTunes application open on the BlackBerry. It is not enough to just have the application installed, it must be open and the BerryTunes screen should be visible on the BlackBerry before you start transferring files.

Make sure you are using the correct version of the BerryTunes transfer software. Previous versions of the MP3 Browser are not compatible with newer versions of BerryTunes (ie. You need to use version 2.x of the MP3 Browser with version 2.x of BerryTunes, etc.).

Also, check the "Firewall" and "Security Settings" on your BlackBerry. These screens are located under "Options -> Security Options". Open the Application Permissions, highlight BerryTunes and choose Edit Permissions and make sure USB connections are allowed. For the Firewall settings, either disable the Firewall or make sure USB connections are allowed by editing the "Default Permissions".

If you are still having problems, try resetting the BlackBerry (ALT-CAP-DEL or pull the battery) and restarting your computer. Make sure the device you want to use is connected via the USB cable. Only one BlackBerry at a time is supported - disconnect any other BlackBerry devices before using BerryTunes.

If you are on a BES, please contact your BES admin to determine if additional restrictions are in place.

Why do I get a Malformed URL or BAD DNS error?

To resolve this issue immediately you generally have to reboot the device by pulling the battery out or pressing ALT-CAP-DEL simultaneously.

This typically happens on CDMA devices which do not have a robust network implementation. We recommend you upgrade to the latest version of the BlackBerry OS for your device.

If you are using the BlackBerry 8130 we recommend you upgrade your BlackBerry device software to version 4.3.0.97 or greater.

If you are using the BlackBerry 8830 we recommend upgrading to BlackBerry OS 4.2.2.196 or greater.

BlackBerry Software Downloads

Software Downloads for US Carriers are listed at the bottom of the screen.

This could also be caused by a problem with your carriers network. In such cases, wait a while and try again to see if the issue is resolved.

Why do I get a "Check Permissions" Error?

There is a new security setting in BlackBerry OS 4.3 that allows the user or IT department to disable media access on the device. You must change this setting to "Allow" or you will receive a "Check Permissions" error when trying to play media with BerryTunes.

To enable media access, follow this procedure from the home screen:

Options > Security Options > Application Permissions

Highlight BerryTunes.

Select "Edit Permissions" from the menu.

Expand the "Interactions" tab.

Change Media Access to "Allow".

Adjust other permissions as desired.

The application BerryTunes2 has attempted to open a connection to a location inside the firewall and outside the firewall which is not allowed by your IT policy.

The firewall on the BlackBerry is preventing a connection.

To disable the firewall, follow this procedure from the home screen:

Options > Security Options > Firewall

Change the Status to "Disabled"

If you are using a company BlackBerry and can not disable the firewall, you may need ask your IT administrator to adjust your IT policy for you.

How do I add a custom radio station to BerryTunes?

To add a custom radio station you must type in the URL to the stations stream or a .pls file that points to the stream.

Typing in the stations website address will NOT work.

We recommend low bit rate MP3 streams such as 24Kbps or 32Kbps.

Example:

Name: WUMB
URL: http://216.235.81.102:15440/

Low bit rate streams desinged for Winamp will work best.

Windows Media Streams (.wmv files) or URLs that starts with mms:// are NOT supported.

To copy and paste a station URL from an email you can use keyboard shortcuts:

1. Press the Shift key and use the Trackball to select the text.
2. Press the Alt key then click the Trackball to copy the text.
3. To paste, press the Shift key and then click the Trackball.

Unfortunately, we are not able to provide individual assistance adding custom stations. Please ask the stream provider for the URL. We recommend you get the station you want working with Winamp or iTunes and then copy the URL to your BlackBerry.

Why am I getting an "Open Tunnel" error?

You need to type in your carriers APN in the BlackBerry TCP screen.

See the similar question above.

I'm getting the error "Uncaught exception: pushModalScreen called by a non-event thread".

We have seen this happen if you hit the escape or enter key when the permissions dialog comes up. We have reported this to RIM as a bug.

Try resetting the application permissions for BerryTunes.

Options > Security Options > Application Permissions

Highlight BerryTunes and choose "Edit Permissions" from the menu.

Change everything to "Allow" for the time being.

You should also reset the firewall:

Options > Security Options > Firewall

Push the menu key and choose "Reset All Counts"

Why is BerryTunes asking to access my phone logs?

BerryTunes does not access phone logs. We need to access the Phone API in order to stop the player when you receive a phone call.

Why are my calls going to voice mail while listening to Internet radio?

GSM networks (eg. AT&T, T-Mobile) can not recieve data and voice at the same time. This is a limitation of the technology.

CDMA networks (eg. Verizon, Sprint) are unaffected by this limitation.

Why can't I see my MP3 files?

BerryTunes was originally desinged to use our MP3 Browser to transfer files to the BlackBerry. We expect to change this functionality in a future version.

If you would rather transfer your files via another method you can create a folder called "berrytunes" in the Music folder of the Media Application and put your MP3 files there.

If you are viewing the SD card as a USB drive, the correct path for Berrytunes is:

Blackberry/music/berrytunes

Be sure to turn off Mass storage mode after you transfer your files or they won't show up in BerryTunes.

ImageWallet

How do I set an image as background (wallpaper)?

You can do this by logging into the wap site using the browser on your BlackBerry:

wap.imagewallet.com

You will need to login, then you can save the images and set them as the background using the built in pictures application.