I have bought the original HTC Carkit to use as an active charger and holder for the Sensation.
But every time I put it in there, the navigation starts up. This is annoying, I do not want to use is, but I cannot find any way to remove this option. Even HTC didn't have a clue ... so maybe here is someone?
I am sure it is triggered by a special USB plug or so, since some people have the same when they use a wrong hdmi/usb cable (navigation starts).
But, how to stop the auto start of Navigation? (Locations)?
I'm sorry I don't have an answer for your question, but I do have a request. Would you please do a review for the carkit & let us know in this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1133956
please & thanks
Also, I don't think that it's the usb cable. If it's using the car charger CC200, I have the charger on its own & it doesn't start up navigation for me. I think it has to do with the actual dock & magnets or something like that
A conversation with one of HTC's employees:
Chat Transcript
Please wait while we find an agent to assist you...
You are currently at position number 1 in the queue.
All agents are currently busy. Please stand by.
You are currently at position number 1 in the queue.
An agent will be with you in a moment. Thank you for your patience.
You are currently at position number 1 in the queue.
You have been connected to Richard.
Richard: Hi Chovav, thank you for contacting HTC Support, I’m looking in to your query now.
Chovav Mordechai: thank you!
Richard: Open the Car Panel application, press MENU - Settings - and you should have the option to disable the autolaunch of the application.
Chovav Mordechai: I dont have a car panel application
Chovav Mordechai: ...
Chovav Mordechai: only dock mode (that doesnt have anything to do with car panel)
Chovav Mordechai: and locations
Richard: It may be called something else on a Dutch handset. It has a picture of a map with a green arrow over it.
Chovav Mordechai: its in english
Chovav Mordechai: nope, no picture of map and green icon on it
Richard: Are you sure you don't have it? It is preinstalled on all HTC phones now.
Chovav Mordechai: i got calculator, calendar, call history, camcorder, camera, clock, connected media, CoPilot live, dice, dock mode....
Chovav Mordechai: nothing else with C...
Richard: OK. Do you have anything called Dock Mode?
Chovav Mordechai: yes
Chovav Mordechai: ...which does not start when the phone is docked in the car holder...
Chovav Mordechai: but would when it is not. in settings over there you can choose not to launch automatically but thats not what is launched when you connect the phone to the car charger
Richard: If you go into Dock Mode press Settings you should have the option to switch off the autolaunch.
Chovav Mordechai: that only autolaunches in a dock, not in the car charger /holder
Chovav Mordechai: HTC Locations starts automatically with the car holder
Chovav Mordechai: ...you understand my problem?
Richard: Yes, I understand. I have just check one of the phones here and there is no way of switching that behaviour off as Locations is set as the default navigation app.
Chovav Mordechai: and how do I change the default navigation app?
Chovav Mordechai:
Richard: You can't as there are no options to change it.
Chovav Mordechai: so there is no way of stopping HTC Locations from loading and telling me I have to buy stuff each time I dock my phone into car mode?
Richard: I am afraid not. I will pass this information onto the developers for you.
Chovav Mordechai: could you please make a request ?
Chovav Mordechai: ahh that would be perfect
Chovav Mordechai: how do I hear about it? through email?\
Richard: Yes, if I get a response on the issue I will email you.
Chovav Mordechai: thanks you! have a nice day further..
Richard: Thank you for contacting us, I hope you have a great day
.... So there is no way, if there is any change I will let you know.
If memory serves me right, HTC do the same as Garmin and fit a 5 pin micro USB to the actual car holder.
The pins are 123X4 where 1 is +5v 4 Gnd and casing metal, 2 and 3 are the data pins and X is is connected to pin 4 via a 27K resistor.
Unable to pull mine apart at the mo but this is how it is done on the Garmin and the HD2 cradle.
Hope it helps.
John
This wouldn't be such a big problem if HTC-supplied the nav app for free. I tried it for a month but it's not worth the money compared to Google's nav. Since we paid a sizable amount of money for this HTC accessory I think's it's unlawful to force buyers to subscribe to this mediocre app on top of that. The auto nav feature MUST be made optional.
Here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=16597185&postcount=122
( This is the reply I received directly from HTC today:
Thank you for contacting HTC regarding your HTC Sensation. I understand that when you activate your HTC Dock the Locations Application starts up, but you would not like this to be the default application. I regret to inform you that there is no way to customize the default application when connected to a Dock. I apologise for this inconvenience. Thank you for contacting HTC. I hope that this information meets with your requirements, should you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact me again. If this response has resolved your query, and you have no further questions please close this ticket by following the link below. Upon closure of the ticket you will be invited to complete our Customer Satisfaction Survey which should take no more than 1 minute to complete
Looks like no solution I have tried Tasker and still the navigation starts up. It's so annoying and frustrating.
Same problem on Desire S
I had the same problem on Desire S and HTC still doesn't have (doesn't want to make) a workaround. I finally end up rooting the phone and uninstall Locations apps, but I'd like to share with you the unbelievable messages from HTC suport (they are google translated from Romanian):
Sir, I ask you check the following setting: Press the Clock widget and will appear in the "World Clock" here we have to ask you to select the first option in the bottom bar called "desk clock" here in list among others should have the option "desk mode", please select this option and the list to uncheck "Auto Launch".
I hope that this setting to solve the problem.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Sir, try to check / uncheck the "Auto-launch" and "Auto-connect" while restarting the phone, if that does not resolve the problem please try the following steps: Turn off the phone, remove the battery from the phone wait 3 - 5 seconds and then reinsert it and then reopen the phone.
If the problem persists, and you know that more applications downloaded from Android Market would like to ask you to use the phone in the office of "Safe Mode" to grasp if one of these applications have led some software problem. So please do the following:
1. Remove the battery from the phone, hold it for about 5 seconds and then reinsert it into the phone.
2. Please press the "Power" to activate your phone.
3. After you see the HTC logo on the screen and hear sound Quietly brilliant, press and hold the "Volume down" to the operating system will be activated / will become functional.
4. Search on the left - corner of the screen the words "Safe Mode" to make sure you activate this option.
If you don't see this text on the screen means you have to start again until you succeed.
Once activated this option, please check if you have the same problem.
If the problem persists not mean it was caused by one of the applications installed on the phone from the Android Market and must try to uninstall. If the problem persists please contact us again.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Sir, please find below details of the support center in Bucharest where you can present the phone to make a technical expertise and to find the problem:...
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
And after I refused to send it for "repair":
Sir, on the last update that you have made your application and some phone settings to "car mode" have been reintegrated in the application "Location". Therefore automatic activation application "Location" is automatically activated "by default". In other words no longer have any control to enable or disable this application. As a last resort to have control over this application is to make a "downgrade" the OS on the phone and thus will solve the problem.
As a final notice, the downgrade can be done only repair center whose data I gave you in previous email.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Then I gave up...
Related
Hi
I have the M1000 (see my profile)
I use it with the Plantronics M3000 bluetooth headset, but after one (1) minute the headset is automatically disconnected, while the call is still connected to my M1000.
Any one knows what setting I need to change to keep it connected????
Hey m8,
Try this one:
http://bluetooth.i-networx.de/index_e.html
Maybe that will help ya....
panja thnx for the tip
but...
I installled it and now I am running into problems:
according to the online manual
The two battery icons on the right side let you switch between two profiles for auto power off of the PDA and the back light. For example you may switch to the second mode and adjust the settings to "always on" and "never switch back light off". Thereby you can switch the PDA with one simple to "always on" when you are in your car and want to use GPS navigation.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
but How do I get into the settings?? I can click or tap the icon longer, nothing happens?
I searched in the programs folder, in the settings folder, but can not find any icon referring to this tool????
2nd problem is that after removing the original bt profile I recreated the bond again, as advised in the manual. I got the new additional screen, but now I can not connect to my headset!!!!
anyone out there to help me??
one part of the problem solved
after some trial and error (and a soft restart, which was not adviced by the installing instructions) the headset work fine now
only question remains, how can I change the settings of the 2 battery icons in the today plugin
HI,
You don't need to change any setup options... Only select wich mode (1 or 2) you want to change and... do what you want ! I mean you only need to ajust - for example - backlight level and it will be kept in this mode !!!
Really cool, isn't it !?
Serge
Hi Guys,
Apols if this has been answered before, but i have searched
I use Sony bluetooth stereo headset for my music. But to get them to connect every time i have to do lots of clicks : start/settings/connections/bluetooth then right click on the headset and click set as wireless stereo.
This is a major pain in the butt but i lurv the headphones
Is there any way to make a shortcut to the bluetooth section and i can then place this short cut on launcher of HTC home, it would save alot of clicks!!
I have tried to create a shortcut, but the settings/connections/bluetooth is not visible in file explorer, (yes show all files is switched on)
It would be IDEAL if possible to create a small program that i can then install that would do all of the above steps, then i could simply click the program on the laucher and hey presto my head phones connect I am not conversant in programming on WM..... yet, so would really appreciate help and willing to donate
Try this one
Ha Ha thanks, but that only takes me to the comm manager and only sensibly cuts me one click. Was looking really for something more, but thanks for the reply
Hey buddy try this!!! I'm not sure what you are using as an app that will create a button for you but this should do it for you . I think!!!!
I made a shortcut to bluetooth.
To do it create a file called bluetooth.lnk and put the following line of code in it:
23#ctlpnl cplmain.cpl,23,1?\Windows\AppButtons\bluetooth.gif
I think it is best to put this shortcut into the programs directory in windows and then you can choose it from the dropdown lists.
But better than that is to use A2DPToggle. Which makes it one press only to enable bluetooth and one press to sync headset or unsync headset on the Today screen. Killer app if you have bluetooth headset.
JoeRW said:
I made a shortcut to bluetooth.
To do it create a file called bluetooth.lnk and put the following line of code in it:
23#ctlpnl cplmain.cpl,23,1?\Windows\AppButtons\bluetooth.gif
I think it is best to put this shortcut into the programs directory in windows and then you can choose it from the dropdown lists.
But better than that is to use A2DPToggle. Which makes it one press only to enable bluetooth and one press to sync headset or unsync headset on the Today screen. Killer app if you have bluetooth headset.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Fantastic, thanks for the advice, the A2DPToggle is exactly what i need. I had found a way to use battery status as it has a2dp toggle on there, but it uses a tray icon which takes up too much today screen, hence the reason for putting it on launcher tab on HTC home.
I downloaded A2DPToggle and now have a toggle switch on my HTC home launcher tab so the pluggin on the today screen is not needed
Here is the link for anyone else : http://www.teksoftco.com/index.php?section=freeware
Also attached is a small cab file which switches a2dp off and on, meaning you dont need to have the plugin on the today screen as it provides a switch that is placed on the start menu and which can be placed on the HTC home launcher, many thanks to JKingGrim the developer!! Works a treat!!
Thanks for the switcha2dp app. This is exactly what I was looking for. Works like a charm with my Vogue running Manilla 2D!
Any chance of getting an icon for it, so it's not just the plain window icon?
Sony Headphones
With mine all I have to do is press the middle button on the Headphones and it automatically makes them the default sound device?
i still hav to turnb bluetooth on though!
Quick and stupid question - how do I actually go about creating a .lnk file on my Touch Diamond?
Thanks
Ed.
timmymarsh said:
Ha Ha thanks, but that only takes me to the comm manager and only sensibly cuts me one click. Was looking really for something more, but thanks for the reply
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Why don't you use Home Screen ++ ?
It has a tray icon for bluetooth settings (on/off,A2DP,pair,settings)
lol thanks for the reply, but home screen plus is a pain if your running manila and dont want to use a second today screen, your relying on a home plugin. Also home++ doesnt do the job of the a2dp switch.
The switch is very effective in that you can put a shortcut in the program laucher and its direct and effective... give it a try.
I don't know what the issue is, doesn't just pressing the play button on your A2DP headset automatically connect it to your phone?
sonus said:
I don't know what the issue is, doesn't just pressing the play button on your A2DP headset automatically connect it to your phone?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
No problem any more my friend, as post 1 now says, solved but thanks anyway.
sorry for upping this old thread
is there any tool doing the same thing to HTC HD2 (Leo)
this does not work any more
thanks
So, as the title says, I have the N1 resting in the dock and charging. I want to use Google Talk so I tap the home button and open Google Talk. Between the tap on the home icon and anywhere after the Nexus One will automatically return to the clock app. I can tap home again and randomly it will again return to the clock.
Is there a way to a) disable the clock (I'll miss it, but it's almost frustrating enough to never use it again) or b) disable return to the clock app? I don't see any settings to accomplish this so it's probably some power user trick. I don't think this is occurring because the N1 is losing contact with the dock while I'm tapping as it's resting pretty solid in the dock.
Any ideas?
I guess you could put a small piece of tape over the middle pin and that should prevent it from going into the Clock app but still allow it to charge.
try dock nothingness from the market, it will let you select it and when its docked it wont open anything.
velazcod said:
try dock nothingness from the market, it will let you select it and when its dock it wont open anything.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Excellent recommendation. I tried a couple of the Droid dock app and they were buggy. This app is consistent. Thanks.
uansari1 said:
I guess you could put a small piece of tape over the middle pin and that should prevent it from going into the Clock app but still allow it to charge.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
That's a good idea. If I run out of options and Dock Nothingness stops working I'll look into this. Thanks.
timmins said:
Excellent recommendation. I tried a couple of the Droid dock app and they were buggy. This app is consistent. Thanks.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
im glad people use it haha, dumb app, i know, but somepeople find it useful, I did this once I got the dock unboxed, I was getting really annoyed of things opening up automatically.
timmins said:
That's a good idea. If I run out of options and Dock Nothingness stops working I'll look into this. Thanks.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I don't think the app will stop working because it is not a hack, it's using documented and officials Sticky BroadcastReceivers for detecting the dock, opening "Dock Nothingness" instead, however, the "Dock Nothingness" app is nothing, so it closes it self right away giving the user the illusion of the phone not really opening anything
When I read the thread topic, I was like "yeah, its damn frustrating!".
velazcod: Thanks for the app to fix this nuisance.
I look forward to the next version that does even more nothing!
Updated, make sure to go into the app's preferences -> Phone and select "Nexus One / CM5" if you are on CM5.0.3+
velazcod said:
Updated, make sure to go into the app's preferences -> Phone and select "Nexus One / CM5" if you are on CM5.0.3+
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I'm not seeing where to do this, can you elaborate?
d00mz said:
I'm not seeing where to do this, can you elaborate?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Oh, you need the "LEDs Hack" app, you can find it in the market.
Just received my desktop dock and the clock application was driving me mad within 10 minutes of making and receiving calls etc.
Dock nothingness is great - thanks for the suggestion....................
One of the things I find irritating about the dock is when I'm playing music through the bluetooth connection it initializes automatically and I take the phone off to send a text or whatnot it unpairs its self. Can I force it to stay paired until I turn off bluetooth?
ninj0x said:
One of the things I find irritating about the dock is when I'm playing music through the bluetooth connection it initializes automatically and I take the phone off to send a text or whatnot it unpairs its self. Can I force it to stay paired until I turn off bluetooth?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes, connect and pair before docking it
I do that now, but I have to dig through the wireless menu. Is there a widget or something that will connect to a predefined device with one touch?
ninj0x said:
I do that now, but I have to dig through the wireless menu. Is there a widget or something that will connect to a predefined device with one touch?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
For some reason the dock won't allow to auto-connect when in range, it does this for other devices, like headsets....
[What is it]
ChargeDroid Plus is a tool to help users find where their charging port is. For instance it's dark and your about to go to bed and can't see the side of your phone, you don't end up having to stab the side of the phone over and over again.
[How it works]
ChargeDroid Plus works in a very simple way. When you start the App you're presented with two easy to use buttons, One to set the pointer, and one to show the pointer.
Naturally, when you first launch the app you'd need to set the location of your charging port, Click the Button that says "Set Charger Location", select the side it's on, and go from there.
After that, all you need to do it click "Show Pointer" or, use the Widget to quickly launch the Pointer.
Feedback is greatly welcomed, so are feature requests.
PlayStore Link: ChargeDroid Plus
Note: This is a relaunch of a previous app of mine. This relaunch aims to be an easier to use app, and support any phone out of the box.
Reserved for later use.
Hi. My name is George and i writing from Greece
I have an android unit Xtrons tb706pl (fitted on a Dacia Duster dci) connected via usb to a tpms receiver.
So far everything works correct. The apk that comes with the receiver shows presure, temp, battery etc.
The only thing that is annoying is that app every 5 or 6 min pops up in the screen and remain there until i press home or back button.
Is there a way that app stops from poping and remain in background?
Regards
ionio-zante said:
Hi. My name is George and i writing from Greece
I have an android unit Xtrons tb706pl (fitted on a Dacia Duster dci) connected via usb to a tpms receiver.
So far everything works correct. The apk that comes with the receiver shows presure, temp, battery etc.
The only thing that is annoying is that app every 5 or 6 min pops up in the screen and remain there until i press home or back button.
Is there a way that app stops from poping and remain in background?
Regards
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Which TPMS did you purchase (can you share the link)? I am planning to get one too, isn't there a setting within the application to manage the pop-ups?
Cheers,
Rahul U S
Tpms
s.rahus said:
Which TPMS did you purchase (can you share the link)? I am planning to get one too, isn't there a setting within the application to manage the pop-ups?
Cheers,
Rahul U S
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I bought it from Aliexpress (https://www.aliexpress.com/item/201...cbe9-450f-8519-d4dfd7b8a2fd&priceBeautifyAB=0)
A working app is here (Http://www.realmediashop.de//FIRMWARE/10TPMS.apk).
The problem with the app is the one i have mention before... every 5 or 6 min pops up in the screen and remain there until i press home or back button and there isnt any option in the app settings to dissable that annoying pop up.
One other problem i notice lately is the usb stick unmounts periodicaly when the tpms app pop up.
I had this issue too, simply switch the usb ports