Can I switch/select cell bands (LTE/3G/Etc) on the S4 /ATT/i337?

[markbc]

1. I have an i337 rooted and rom'd ( Shostock2.1) & was looking for the option to control bands (LTE-4G/3G / 3G Only/ etc.)

2. It appears that (at least) the S4 international version has a "network selection mode" option in
. . . . settings / connections / more networks / Network Mode <== this menu option is in international version but not i337!

3. My i377 does not seem to have that option in settings, or any other likely location. So, I am wondering if it has been removed by AT&T (likely), or did I miss something?

4. If the AT&T i337 does not have network mode menu, does that mean there is no direct user control over band selection?

Thank you in advance !

 

[Sweet Pikake]

on your dial pad
*#*#4636#*#*
Device information
scroll down to: Set preferred network type
LTE/GSM auto (PRL) this is where you set your option

 

[markbc]

on your dial pad
*#*#4636#*#*
Device information
scroll down to: Set preferred network type
LTE/GSM auto (PRL) this is where you set your option

Thank you so much --this is a very helpful reply!
I like the menu -- it delivers many functions -including selecting cell bands.
The "Network Selection Mode" option that I was looking for seems to appear only on the International version --and it's less full featured than the keypad menu access.
Thank you again for the phone code!

 

[usguyver]

1. I have an i337 rooted and rom'd ( Shostock2.1) & was looking for the option to control bands (LTE-4G/3G / 3G Only/ etc.)

2. It appears that (at least) the S4 international version has a "network selection mode" option in
. . . . settings / connections / more networks / Network Mode <== this menu option is in international version but not i337!

3. My i377 does not seem to have that option in settings, or any other likely location. So, I am wondering if it has been removed by AT&T (likely), or did I miss something?

4. If the AT&T i337 does not have network mode menu, does that mean there is no direct user control over band selection?

Thank you in advance !

why would you want to change the band.

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[Sweet Pikake]

why would you want to change the band.

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There are many locations that AT&T has not implemented LTE so receptions in those areas are weak. By changing the bands, OP would be able to access HSPA and a much better reception.

Sent from my GT-N5100 using AC Forums mobile app

 

[myIphone4s]

would this work on a stock phone, i am not sure on rooting yet i had it on my gs3 and loved it but i went back to stock rom with (some options) so i might keep the gs4 the same just stock until i get bored again

back when my gs3 was rooted i had 3g+ instead of 4g here in town and sadly enough 3g+ was faster

 

[myIphone4s]

just tried it and it doesnt work for me

 

[Sweet Pikake]

just tried it and it doesnt work for me

Its only for Galaxy S4's not intended for any other models.

 

[maskedcarrot]

Unfortunately it doesn't work if you are using the GE 4.2.2 ROM like I am. I loved using that menu when I was still running stock.

 

[myIphone4s]

Its only for Galaxy S4's not intended for any other models.

i used that number that was posted, it didnt work for me, so i guess i will try it with the gs4 when i get it. if i can get 3g+ it would be great, since i jump between E and 4g when i was on a custom rom i got 3g+ where i lived and didnt have to worry about data speed

so what is the name for 3g+ and can i get it on a stock phone no root as i dont plan on that yet

 

[jeffreii]

i used that number that was posted, it didnt work for me, so i guess i will try it with the gs4 when i get it. if i can get 3g+ it would be great, since i jump between E and 4g when i was on a custom rom i got 3g+ where i lived and didnt have to worry about data speed

so what is the name for 3g+ and can i get it on a stock phone no root as i dont plan on that yet

http://forums.androidcentral.com/t-...isable-lte-t-s3-you-can-disable-hspa-too.html

 

[jeffreii]

1. I have an i337 rooted and rom'd ( Shostock2.1) & was looking for the option to control bands (LTE-4G/3G / 3G Only/ etc.)

2. It appears that (at least) the S4 international version has a "network selection mode" option in
. . . . settings / connections / more networks / Network Mode <== this menu option is in international version but not i337!

3. My i377 does not seem to have that option in settings, or any other likely location. So, I am wondering if it has been removed by AT&T (likely), or did I miss something?

4. If the AT&T i337 does not have network mode menu, does that mean there is no direct user control over band selection?

Thank you in advance !

ROMs based on international firmware do have a working network selection mode menu. I'm on Goldeneye 4.0 and use that from time to time.

 

[Sweet Pikake]

i used that number that was posted, it didnt work for me, so i guess i will try it with the gs4 when i get it. if i can get 3g+ it would be great, since i jump between E and 4g when i was on a custom rom i got 3g+ where i lived and didnt have to worry about data speed

so what is the name for 3g+ and can i get it on a stock phone no root as i dont plan on that yet

When I had the SGH-I717, I was able to toggle and force it to stay on HSPA only. This was the app that I was using, I have not chk if it still works since I no longer have that phone in my possession.
https://forums.androidcentral.com/e...s?id=myc.phone.PhoneInfo&hl=en&token=SIQsZlQg

 

[kcv]

Thank you so much --this is a very helpful reply!
I like the menu -- it delivers many functions -including selecting cell bands.
The "Network Selection Mode" option that I was looking for seems to appear only on the International version --and it's less full featured than the keypad menu access.
Thank you again for the phone code!

I was able to change between technologies. How you selecting cell bands? I would like to force the phone lock into a specific band/frequency.
Thanks
KCV

 

[kcv]

Is possible to force the phone locked into a specific band/frequency.
Thanks-KCV

 

[Lis Baltodano]

Thanks a lot. I had the same issue my cell phone were in "E" and my cell service company requested change my current configuration and select the option " WCDMA only" in the menu, but in this model, the network mode did not exist.
Thanks a lot for the code.

 

[Mohamed Sarwat]

plz This code does not work with me
i have sm-g350e and does not have network mode menu

 

[Ed87_LA]

on your dial pad
*#*#4636#*#*
Device information
scroll down to: Set preferred network type
LTE/GSM auto (PRL) this is where you set your option

I wanna know how to save the changes I made cuz everytime I get on the menu again it is back on LTE/GSM Auto (PRL) and another question what does prl mean I'm from El Salvador please help

 

[terrashand]

Sorry for the necro but i know the answer.

Pull sim out start phone without it.

Punch in *#2263#

Select lte band preferences paydirt

 

[Ibidapo Ilawole]

AT&T SAMSUNG Galaxy note 2

Type the code below from the screen and this takes you into the Full service MENU

*#197328640#


1 Main menu

2 UMTS

3 UMTS MAIN MENU

4 DEBUG SCREEN

5 PHONE CONTROL

6 NETWORK CONTROL

7 BAND SELECTION ( There are 4 options; 1 Automatic; 2 WCDMA; 3 GSM; 4 LTE )

Choose which ever band you wish to set your phone to )

Save


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