My phone got wet, so I stripped it down and dried it out. Put it all back together and it's been working fine apart from the keyboard now does nothing when I slide it out - screen doesn't go into landscape and the keys don't do anything.
Does anyone understand how the keyboard slide talks to the phone, ie how can I troubleshoot the problem?
Thanks
patp said:
My phone got wet, so I stripped it down and dried it out. Put it all back together and it's been working fine apart from the keyboard now does nothing when I slide it out - screen doesn't go into landscape and the keys don't do anything.
Does anyone understand how the keyboard slide talks to the phone, ie how can I troubleshoot the problem?
Thanks
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Sounds like the keyboard connector is loose. And of course the sliding mechanism magnet switch is connected through the keyboard multicable. So the two things are related.
The Source of your problem I think:
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Just inside the back casing, so no major dismantling needed.
Just for info:
Mike
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i just replaced my broken screen and now when i open the key board the screen doesnt turn and the keyboard doesnt work !!!!! wat can it be ????
vwjon said:
i just replaced my broken screen and now when i open the key board the screen doesnt turn and the keyboard doesnt work !!!!! wat can it be ????
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Possibly the contact, which is used to detect if the keyboard is open, might not be working.
Mikechannon is the hardware guy on the hermes and im sure he will come across this post at some point
ok thanks but the thing is that i didnt replace to i guess the guy who did it is goin to have to fix it
Hi
I don't have one opened up in front of me but yes Mrvanx has it I think. One of the multi connectors is either un-plugged or not pushed in fully. There is one that is quite liable to "pinging" off unless it's firmly pressed home. No guarantees but I'd be fairly confident that that's all it is. The guy should have checked it after the repair!
Mike
Keyboard Connector
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This is the likely culprit. It's easy to forget to press it home as it curls itself round on its mylar cable and rests on the connection (ie looks connected but may not be pressed into the connection). Good news is that it's not a major dismantling job. All it needs is the back off to reveal it.
Mike
Hey guys,
I had recently taken my 8525 / hermes apart to fix the white screen problem.
As I had fixed the problem, the magnet that triggers landscape mode, had came unglued from wherever it was.
I had contacted HTC and tech support, but they are unable to tell me where this small rectangular magnet goes.
Does anyone have a clue or a parts repair Hermes / 8525 that they can help me with.
I need to get this fixed.
I appreciate anyones help.
Just getting a couple of pics for you please wait
Mike
Landscape magnet
You are a lifesaver.
I really appreciate it.
just wondering, how did you solve the white screen problem?
i had it months ago but i got a replacement under warranty...luckily
Landscape magnet
The problem occurs when the ribbon cable becomes loose.
All you have to do is take the unit apart and reseat the cable.
I've taken mine apart soo many times lately, its and easy process if it happens again.
Screen Orientation Magnet Location
Location of the Screen orientation magnet:
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Hi guys!
Ive such prolem: when my herm is lyingunused everything is ok.. but when i press on off button and slide it few times it switch off... all functions are good except that strange switching off.. what could be wrong with the device?
regards
LeNDo said:
Hi guys!
Ive such prolem: when my herm is lyingunused everything is ok.. but when i press on off button and slide it few times it switch off... all functions are good except that strange switching off.. what could be wrong with the device?
regards
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This happens if there is even a very momentary loss of power. Before assuming anything too complex, I would check to make sure the battery is absolutely firm against its contacts. You can insert a strip of card between the casing and the battery. See here:
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If the problem remains, then I would suspect one of the internal flex cables.
Mike
thx for fast answer mike
testing now ^_^
i second that
I had the same issue with an extended battery. I used some duct tape to make a tighter fit and havent had any problems since then. I guess a strip of card is a better idea, but duct tape seems to work (plus its more manly ).
i'm not sure how this started, most likely a drop, but occasionally a spring will appear underneath my screen, and sliding becomes difficult. it seems i can get the spring back in place by putting downward pressure on the screen when sliding, but this only works for so long. i cant imagine the slide portion is difficult to remove, but does anyone have any advice on this issue? thanks.
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That is one of the springs that hold the keyboard open, don't try to pull it out. With the slide open you should see the 2 springs on the backside of the screen. To take it apart you need to go in through the battery compartment. There is about 3 levels to get thhrough before you get to the screen. About 10 months ago I replaced the screen, I found avideo walk through on youtube that helps.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1lHXgVBd3j8&feature=PlayList&p=A1DFF9998898221C&index=0
good luck with that man...let me know how it goes!
you should be a protective case to prevent things like that happening
thanks guys. i havent actually done anything with this yet. a couple days ago that spring just fell out, and nothing at all seems to be different. i saved the spring in case i feel like putting it back in, in which case ill post on it.
Hi all. My elfin's On/Off Button seemed hard to trigger since couple of days and is there any solution to resolve it? Attached is the screenshot of the On/Off button. Thanks in advance.
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Try to open your htc and check the button
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Try to open your htc and check the button
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you meant to disassembly it?
Well, you may have to dissemble it.
My elf has the same problem with the on/off button. I opened the unit and the problem is that the little switch on the circuit board has failed because it's not springing back after it's been pressed . The switch is very small and looks difficult to replace. The camera and reset buttons use the same type of switch, so I'm considering removing the switch used for reset, and soldering it into the on/off switch position. However, as I mentioned, the switches are very small so I'm worried that a heat gun or soldering iron will damage the board. Anyone know an HTC parts supplier that may sell these little switches?