I need to open the case of my Tornado. So far, I've taken 3 screws out from the back and managed to pry the bottom part slightly open. I can't get it open completely since the top part seems stuck and I don't want to break it by forcing it to open. Can someone please guide me? Thanks
may be this link can help you
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=332464&highlight=open
There's a screw hidden behind a little sticker that warns warranty void if removed. Behind the battery.
Thanks for the info.
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Thanks for the info.
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Did I guess correctly about what had you stalled?
Here is a really good link with pictures and all. Hope it helps!
http://sdadisassembly.blogspot.com/
button setup...interchangable???
i saw the links you guys had posted and they help greatly. However i have a question...the qtek 8300 or dopod 586 buttons are they interchangable with the t-mobile sda? kinda tired of seeing that pink t-zone logo on my phone . also it would make my day if i got a yes to this question.... the housing on those same phones fit my sda?
Wolfdragon said:
i saw the links you guys had posted and they help greatly. However i have a question...the qtek 8300 or dopod 586 buttons are they interchangable with the t-mobile sda? kinda tired of seeing that pink t-zone logo on my phone . also it would make my day if i got a yes to this question.... the housing on those same phones fit my sda?
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I believe they are the same in all details except for the printing.
I have been examining them carefully as I wish to buy a new housing.
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Partly because I have damaged my Magician case slightly, and partly because I find the SPV M500 a lot more visually appealing, I'm curious whether they are actually the very same device with different casing, and if it would be possible to buy the M500 casing somewhere and pop my Jam into it.
Anyone else interested in doing this? Anyone know if it is possible?
For you who haven't seen the M500, msmobiles has a review of it.
Skip
The design certainly is a matter of personal taste. I find the standard Jam/S100 design unfinished and also prefer the Orange version, so I am keeping an eye on this thread...
Placed side by side the orange version is slightly larger than the jam, so it may not work.
rgds
jim
Unfinished is definitely the right way to express it. It looks like an engineering sample to me.
I remember reading that somebody was able to order a new casing for the Jam. If that person may please step forward and explain how this was done, it might be a way to get hold of the M500 casing.
Or maybe somebody with an orange contract can contact them in the matter?
Firstly, however, somebody would need to disassemble their M500 so that we can compare its innards with the Jam. There are guides how to disassemble these devices in this forum.
Skip
Hi LeSkip,
I also like this new look, but my problem is the accessories, have have several leather, silicone cases, and they are all made for Qtek,Imate,O2 mini, xda mini...
If you get to know where these hard cases come from, i'm sure you can ask them for a case...
I have no doubts that it is technically possible to switch the cover. We just need to replace the switches, styli and buttons too. Along with cases and such, of course, as has already been mentioned here. Not a big problem to me, but I see a few other issues, though:
1. Where to buy the M500 cover?
2. The price! It appears to me that no HTC cover has ever been cheap!
3. Once the Magician has been opened, all traces of your warranty is gone!
I think you can get the casings from your local HTC Service centres
rgds
Jim
According to the last post in this HowardForums thread they are the exakt same size.
http://www.howardforums.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=624198
So far so good.
Skip
Hi there,
I have a really desperate problem
I've got an Orbit II bought in Germany and I'm not covered by their guarantee here in Moscow. So, I happened to be a very lucky one and the touch screen of my device is faulty - it has a gray stain on it clearly visible on a white background.
I found a replacement screen for the Touch Cruise here but what the technicians discovered yesterday was that the screen was actually the same, but the cord on that TC screen (stub, whatever) sticks out at a different place than on mine!
Found out one more thing:
Orbit 2 = Polaris 200.
TC = Polaris 100.
Guys, can anyone help me find a source to buy a replacement screen for Orbit 2 in Germany or UK?
Thanks a whole lot in advance!!!
I have posted a request for you over in the german ppc-Welt Forum
Maybe someone gathers some information there. I will keep you updated.
Olioaglio
Thanks so much!!! I hope that thread will receive some feedback
Dmitry N said:
Thanks so much!!! I hope that thread will receive some feedback
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It will
http://www.pda-square.de/LCD-Displa...51_sid4f6dd0a80b1d3866f78131a5edcd3d4d_x2.htm
Here's the thread from the german forum http://www.ppc-welt.info/community/showthread.php?t=127110
/edit: I don't know how to open the OrbitII, but maybe this page will help you
http://michael-channon.spaces.live....gPart&partqs=cat=Download+HTC+Service+Manuals
http://michael-channon.spaces.live....smantling+%2f+Disassembling+Guides+HTC%2fETEN
lessthanmore said:
It will
http://www.pda-square.de/LCD-Displa...51_sid4f6dd0a80b1d3866f78131a5edcd3d4d_x2.htm
Here's the thread from the german forum http://www.ppc-welt.info/community/showthread.php?t=127110
/edit: I don't know how to open the OrbitII, but maybe this page will help you
http://michael-channon.spaces.live....gPart&partqs=cat=Download+HTC+Service+Manuals
http://michael-channon.spaces.live....smantling+%2f+Disassembling+Guides+HTC%2fETEN
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Well, thanks for these links... But I don't want to dismantle anything. I just need to buy the whole touchscreen assy.
Dmitry N said:
Well, thanks for these links... But I don't want to dismantle anything. I just need to buy the whole touchscreen assy.
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The first link is only the touchscreen assy
http://www.pda-square.de/LCD-Displa...51_sid4f6dd0a80b1d3866f78131a5edcd3d4d_x2.htm
Ah, but to enter that page I need to register I don't think I'm able to complete the registration procedure in German
A-ha! http://www.pda-square.de/LCD-Displa...22_sid4f6dd0a80b1d3866f78131a5edcd3d4d_x2.htm
But the problem is that the display on the photo is for TC, NOT for Orbit 2
As I said earlier,
but the cord on that TC screen (stub, whatever) sticks out at a different place than on mine!
You see, the cord on this one sticks out in the lower left corner of the screen. But mine is in the middle of the left side.
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Interesting because on the posted link,
they state it fits for following devices:
HTC:
Touch Cruise
Polaris
P3650
XDA mini II
O2:
XDA Orbit 2
This would assume, that it is the same for all models
Maybe best is to email them and describe your problem by support form:
http://www.pda-square.de/contact_us.php?osCsid=4f6dd0a80b1d3866f78131a5edcd3d4d
to see what they say...
Olioaglio
HI
have you try this web site?
www.cnn.cn
maybe they can help
very fast shipping too
gerardo66 said:
HI
www.cnn.cn
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Wow!!! Thanks! Seems to be a really interesting site! I think I'll be careful though
If you have changed your display successfull, please post a small how-to.
Too bad... these cnn people seem to be offline and off work.
I wonder if this site has ever been really working...
Dmitry N said:
Too bad... these cnn people seem to be offline and off work.
I wonder if this site has ever been really working...
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Did you order one?
http://cnn.cn/shop/p3650-touch-cruise-polaris-c-277_456.html
No, haven't ordered anything yet. But these guys have told me finally that their screen is incompatible with my Orbit but they will try to find one that is
I hope to have news next week.
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be the whole screen or are there two parts (lcd and digitizer).
How do I know, what is broken?
On my device there is a small black spot like ink and a tiny crack from the whole left to right. Display is working fine except the black part, the touchscreen works everywhere.
What parts do I need?
Thank you
JueLue
Well, I was informed by those technicians who disassembled my device that I needed the whole screen. That's the only thing I know.
So, I can't help you here.
I have a dent\scratch in the housing, and multiple scratches on my screen
I'm actually thinking about selling my TC, cause of all the issues, etc.
I wonder if it's worth it to buy the housing and screen replacements...hm
I'm gonna wait until someone here has successfully used one of those kits and successfully dismantled the device.
Knowing me, I would definately destroy it without reading a how-to from someone who has actually done this before
Hello Dimitry N!
Have you got some news for us? Did you get a new LCD screen? And how to replace? Many questions....
I got myself a TC instead.
The Orbit 2 has a Samsung (!!!) touch screen, which is a real piece of ****.
The one on the TC really does have the viewing angle of 180 degrees, as it was advertised.
The Orbit 2's screen - no. When you look at it from the "top", the image on the screen darkens a lot, and vice versa. And the image on the TC screen is a lot crisper! I can tell this by holding the 2 devices together right now!
What a pity! O2 decided to include some nice accessories like the car charger and the car holder, and saved on the screen instead!
So, I will sell my Orbit 2!
Anyone know where I can find Housing for my S710? Dropped it again and the case is cracked! Only ones I can find are around £50!
About £20 on fleabay. I bought one about 4 weeks ago.
M.S
Vox Parts
http://cnn.cn/shop/s710dopod-c500spv-e650-housing-p-1830.html
about $60 so roughly £30.
Mysterious Stranger said:
About £20 on fleabay. I bought one about 4 weeks ago.
M.S
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Hi
Was it difficult to change? I've had a look at the service manual and it doesn't look too difficult?
It's not very difficult, however if you've never taken apart a mobile you might be in over your head. It's especially weird since it is a slider.
I have already tried taking mine apart just so I could see how it all goes... Its pretty simple really... Just waiting for my housing now
woolich21 said:
I have already tried taking mine apart just so I could see how it all goes... Its pretty simple really... Just waiting for my housing now
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Any tips?
Hi all. I have a problem after I change the housing, the lcd doesn't work, simply no image. others no problem. Plz help me..
Spare Parts?
Question here,
My wife's Vox died, (not reading SIM and screen keeps going black), Is it worth trying to fix or should I just part it out? Having it repaired is almost as much as a new one.
Does anyone know where I can get another one at a fairly cheap price?
If anyone is interested in parts PM me.
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Hi all. I have a problem after I change the housing, the lcd doesn't work, simply no image. others no problem. Plz help me..
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im having the same problem anyone have a solution?
The flex cable isn't seated properly? Make sure it clicks in and does not come out when you slide the QWERTY out.
h4waii said:
The flex cable isn't seated properly? Make sure it clicks in and does not come out when you slide the QWERTY out.
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i've taken the phone apart 3-4 times, double and triple checking all the connections. i dont know it its the lcd or just the flex cable.
I had the same problem. But I think h4waii is right. When I redid the thing it worked. And, by the way I was told by HTC service people in Delhi that the LCD would have to be replaced for the problem.
thats not the answer i was looking for but oh well. thanks for all the replies!! anyone know where i can find a cheap lcd??
Hello there
I have somehow destroyed my front keypad on my vox . It is both the keypad buttons AND the Keypad PVC.. I can easily find the buttons but i need some new PVC unit to replace. Does anyone of you know where i can find this ? If i cant find this the phone is useless which would be a shame as the rest of the phone works perfectly..
cnn.cn or eBay?
h4waii said:
cnn.cn or eBay?
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Nothing to be found there ..
Da9L said:
Nothing to be found there ..
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I Purchased mine in ebay, make a search "HTC-S710 Keyboard"
http://cgi.ebay.com/Genuine-HTC-S71...ryZ20336QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
$13 USD. If you replace it, let me know how it goes. I really like the black look over the silver. I'll do mine soon since my # key is sticking a bit.
h4waii said:
http://cgi.ebay.com/Genuine-HTC-S71...ryZ20336QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
$13 USD. If you replace it, let me know how it goes. I really like the black look over the silver. I'll do mine soon since my # key is sticking a bit.
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You guys misunderstand me .. Its not that part that i need its the keypad membrane underneath they buttons.. The Print is what i need..
And h4waii don't buy those keys .. i did and they did not fit in my vox as they are missing som brackets which the originals have.
Are there any tips to replacing the keypad - i've got the service manual and it there are a lot of steps. My experience with car manuals is that these pictures make it easier than it looks
Any help gratefully received
Hey, try it here with us in the Czech Republic. Here link. Hi Olda
http://www.mnshop.cz/zbozi-1593-klavesnice_pro_htc_s710__htc_vox_.htm
I bought a Sensation and the other day my screen cracked when I dropped it, so i bought a screen digitizer replacement but it did not come with instructions =[
I'm freaking out because I have no idea how to do this and I spent 45 dollars to replace it! Can someone please help!? PLEASE! =[
Vinny702 said:
I bought a Sensation and the other day my screen cracked when I dropped it, so i bought a screen digitizer replacement but it did not come with instructions =[
I'm freaking out because I have no idea how to do this and I spent 45 dollars to replace it! Can someone please help!? PLEASE! =[
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Got a good picture of the backside of your new screen?
Connections,etc?
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Got a good picture of the backside of your new screen?
Conncetions,etc?
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00597J4I8
thats what im working with.... does that help?
Vinny702 said:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00597J4I8
thats what im working with.... does that help?
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That shows me the connector strap....but all is not lost.
I opened mine.
There's two small screws up top on either corner.
Two just below the battery pocket on either side and two on the bottom corners.
It looks like there may be a hidden one in the battery pocket,next to the contact terminals,under a round dot sticker.
They look like they may be #4 Torx head .. just a guess.
Get those out [remember their positions] and it should be fairly easy.
The Radius Kid said:
That shows me the connector strap....but all is not lost.
I opened mine.
There's two small screws up top on either corner.
Two just below the battery pocket on either side and two on the bottom corners.
It looks like there may be a hidden one in the battery pocket,next to the contact terminals,under a round dot sticker.
They look like they may be #4 Torx head .. just a guess.
Get those out [remember their positions] and it should be fairly easy.
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after that will the screen come off or is there a technic for doing that?
Vinny702 said:
I bought a Sensation and the other day my screen cracked when I dropped it, so i bought a screen digitizer replacement but it did not come with instructions =[
I'm freaking out because I have no idea how to do this and I spent 45 dollars to replace it! Can someone please help!? PLEASE! =[
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take it back to the shop and get it fixed?
If you lived in the Oklahoma City area I'd say bring it in to my shop & I'd get you all fixed up(I'm a phone/computer/game console repair tech) but I dunno what area you're in, so... Replacing screens is generally pretty easy but I REALLY recommend you take it to a phone shop if you don't know how to do it. These phones are extremely delicate & you could break it VERY easily with one wrong move. But if you insist on doing it yourself, this should hopefully help you out some with getting it apart- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WG7gt1EnN3w It's kind of fast & ****ty, but it's the only teardown vid I could find.
FYI- digitizers are stuck on with special double-stick adhesive that holds it in place over the LCD, so make sure the one you bought came with a new piece of adhesive because you can't reuse the old one(unless you're VERY careful) & the screen won't stay on w/o it. You'll wanna use a heat gun on a low setting or a hot hairdryer to get the old digitizer off too. And of course, be mindful of dust.
I just did exactly this repair and took some footage while doing it. Excuse the crappy voiceover.
On youtube.com go to watch?v=T5bWl73O9ss Or just search for HTC Sensation Screen Repair
Apparently my old account was disabled so I had to sign up again. Now I can't post a single URL. Hope someone else can make that linkable.
bronson2 said:
I just did exactly this repair and took some footage while doing it. Excuse the crappy voiceover.
On youtube.com go to watch?v=T5bWl73O9ss Or just search for HTC Sensation Screen Repair
Apparently my old account was disabled so I had to sign up again. Now I can't post a single URL. Hope someone else can make that linkable.
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This one?:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T5bWl73O9ss
if you've never done that before, I suggest (as I do to all my customers to save pain and money) find someone with knowhow, and kindly ask to look over their shoulder. this has worked for me on many many occasions. I know know how to windshield chip repair for one (although completely unrelated)