My proximity sensor is simply not working anymore. is there a setting somewhere that might have been disabled somehow?
new screen protector covering it? smudgy finger print over it?
no new screen protector, no smudge as far as i can tell
sorry then
Here is an advanced google search on teh subject. have a read
fixed mine with a soft reset,
and i fixed mine with... proximitylock! lol thanks to that app proximity is now working again
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I got a problem with the proximity sensor.
It often doesn´t do anything.. but sometimes it shuts off the display but does not wake it up when the HD2 is away from my head or (when i´m testing it) i put the finger off the sensor.
Today i experienced 2 times a little creak noise? (dont know the correct word in english) when the sensor should begin to work.. and the display didnt get dark!
I´m a bit worried about it.. anyone experienced the same thing?
Search ..
i did.. it´s a common problem i guess but never read that there is this "creak" noise.. sounds like a short circuit!
got similar prob when i had HDtweak installed. uninstall fixed it...
waxfresh said:
i did.. it´s a common problem i guess but never read that there is this "creak" noise.. sounds like a short circuit!
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Are you pressing where the sensor is or does it make this noise simply by covering it up?
by covering up.. thats why im worried
waxfresh said:
by covering up.. thats why im worried
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I'd get that looked at then. It definitely shouldn't make a noise when it's covered up.
Hi,
there is lots of post about trouble with proximity sensor...
here is mine :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=607956
I think the scratch sound is an other trouble, and no link with the proximity sensor.
the only way i found (after 3 change of phone) is SmartLock cab.
Try it.
I know there is something in the registry to disable the proximity sensor.
secable said:
Hi,
there is lots of post about trouble with proximity sensor...
here is mine :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=607956
I think the scratch sound is an other trouble, and no link with the proximity sensor.
the only way i found (after 3 change of phone) is SmartLock cab.
Try it.
I know there is something in the registry to disable the proximity sensor.
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I have the same problem, thare is two holes on the screen who is the proximity sensor, I think the left one is working with light, when you take a flash light while you on call the screen will go off when you put light on the sensor, but I think on the left one. the right hole does not work.
thake the screen protector out or cut it and the proximity sensor will work perfect.
kochavy
i think my proximity sensor is too sensitive because it ONLY works normal when i am outdoors at direct sunlight, but even when my shadow drops on the sensor it locks the screen, also in shade or in well lit indoors my proximity sensor doesnt work properly either.
i want to know if there is a way to change the SENSITIVITY of PROXIMITY SENSOR at will? i removed the screen protector so there is nothing on the way of the sensor.
also during a call pressing hardware buttons doesn't bring the device back from standby, hardware buttons are lit for a split second and nothing happens. is there any way to use the hardware buttons (except "end call" button of course ) during the call to turn the screen on?
t-mobile us hd2's proximity sensor works fine but mine has a problem, see the video here;
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OKCRqFYtLMs
thnx for your help..
Any idea?
Any idea? Does anyone have the same issue? Plz it's a very irritating problem I couldn't find a solution..
I havent own HD2, but eventually I will get it this year.. So, I wondering why you removed screen protector? because of sense Ui wont work with screen protector?
I removed the screen protector because I thought that it blocks the proximity sensor and cause it to malfunction, I searched the forum and some people had the same problem but solved it by removing the screen protector. But it didn't work in my case so I'm looking for a solution.
As you can see on the video the proximity sensor works normal under direct sunlight when i move it to the window, in the room it somehow doesn't work correctly..
(english is not my native language so pls excuse me)
Thank you
Thank you for your creativity with subtraction
Sorry for disturbing again but my problem is killing me i am desperate to find an answer could you pls at least share some ideas or recommend something to do?
İ emailed HTC for the issue and waiting for an answer, if you have any idea pls feel free to share i'm stuck with this annoying problem, thnx..
HTC's response
I do apologize there is no way to change the sensitivity of the proximity sensor on your device. You can try a soft reset by pressing the reset button on the back of the device. If that does not resolve the issue then you may want to do a hard reset on the device. Hard resetting the device will clear off the device and reset everything back to factory settings. You will want to back up your information from the device before doing the hard reset. If the hard reset does not resolve the issue then I suggest contact our support department..........
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I guess I'ıı have to get the proximity sensor changed..
I searched eBay for a replacement but couldn't find it there are proximity sensor replacements for iPhones, I wonder if the iPhone's and HD2's sensors are the same?(probably not but I just want to be sure)
Hi a have the same problem. Did you found the solution?
well the promicity censor has nothin to go with light or shadows..it could be a glitch in the Radio or ROM try using a new radio or ROM
Hello,
I just got my nexus 4 yesterday. I have one major problem, when I'm having a phone call, I am not able to turn on the device (to check anything in the phone or even to close the phone call!). If I click the power button, the screen turns on and off instantly as if something is getting close to the proximity sensor.
How can I fix this? (I'm thinking if there is a way to disable the proximity sensor during the call?)
Nexus 4 16GB running stock 4.2.2 (latest)
Do you have a screen protector on it, without the sensor cutout?? i use to have the same issue...but later found out it was due to my screen protector
ugotproblemz said:
Do you have a screen protector on it, without the sensor cutout?? i use to have the same issue...but later found out it was due to my screen protector
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I do have a screen protection.. I placed it to align perfectly with the camera hole. It's made to be on the sensor so I figured it should not interfere. I'll try cutting a part of it to test.
Problem fixed after removing screen protection. New problem: I need a screen protection now.
I tried installing the xposed framework but that threw a little notice saying it wasnt going to work. I looked for apps ont he app store but that didnt work as well..
Any ideas on how to disable the proximity sensor so when I turn the screen on it doesnt turn right back off?
Any help is greatly appreciated.
the issue might be your proximity sensor's alignment. it might not have aligned properly. there is a small black rubber holder to hold the proximity sensor. may be you might be missing it or might have loosen it. you can easily fix/align it, if you can open the back cover.
you can install a custom rom to overcome this sudden screen off issue. but when you taking a call your screen will be turning off until other user disconnect the call..
I suggest you fix/align the proximity sensor..
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There is a small troubleshooting step you can do to see whether your proximity sensor has a slight alignment issue. get a torch or good direct light source and point it directly at proximity sensor. if you can turn your screen on while pointing that light towards proximity sensor, you should have a very small alignment issue. there are plenty of proximity sensor test apps on play store too.
appsmarsterx said:
the issue might be your proximity sensor's alignment. it might not have aligned properly. there is a small black rubber holder to hold the proximity sensor. may be you might be missing it or might have loosen it. you can easily fix/align it, if you can open the back cover.
you can install a custom rom to overcome this sudden screen off issue. but when you taking a call your screen will be turning off until other user disconnect the call..
I suggest you fix/align the proximity sensor..
P.S:
There is a small troubleshooting step you can do to see whether your proximity sensor has a slight alignment issue. get a torch or good direct light source and point it directly at proximity sensor. if you can turn your screen on while pointing that light towards proximity sensor, you should have a very small alignment issue. there are plenty of proximity sensor test apps on play store too.
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Interseting... My screen broke so I had it replaced and its been having an issue ever since. Also, I don't use it for calls. It is just sitting on a mount in my car most of the day running a few car apps. But it is in airplane mode basically all day lol.
Pr3dict said:
Interseting... My screen broke so I had it replaced and its been having an issue ever since. Also, I don't use it for calls. It is just sitting on a mount in my car most of the day running a few car apps. But it is in airplane mode basically all day lol.
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that makes sense.. you also replced front housing too right? that's where that rubber proximity sensor holder attached.. if you replace original front housing with aftermarket housing that rubber holder probably won't come with it. most of the repair technicians don't know this.. if you still have the old front housing you should be able to recover it and attach to your new housing..
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or you should be able to buy it.
here it is
http://rounded.com/lg-g2-d802-rubber-proximity-sensor-module-mbl65540401.html#/product/21920 (also try ebay or aliexpress )
appsmarsterx said:
that makes sense.. you also replced front housing too right? that's where that rubber proximity sensor holder attached.. if you replace original front housing with aftermarket housing that rubber holder probably won't come with it. most of the repair technicians don't know this.. if you still have the old front housing you should be able to recover it and attach to your new housing..
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or you should be able to buy it.
here it is (also try ebay or aliexpress )
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Honestly, if its possible I'd rather just disable it completely. I'd rather not open the phone up again if I don't have to and I will never use it for calls anyway.
Pr3dict said:
Honestly, if its possible I'd rather just disable it completely. I'd rather not open the phone up again if I don't have to and I will never use it for calls anyway.
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if you're not using your g2 for calls, I'd recommend flashing a custom aosp rom. so you wouldn't get in to this sudden screen off issue while unlocking it..
appsmarsterx said:
if you're not using your g2 for calls, I'd recommend flashing a custom aosp rom. so you wouldn't get in to this sudden screen off issue while unlocking it..
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That sounds exciting.. Lets do it!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hello everyone
I have just changed my Poco M3 's lcd screen (I bought one with the frame already glued to it).
When I turn it back on, There is random messages like "remove your hand from in front of the screen", and when I make a call, the screen remains black, and we can't have access to the screen, in short, the proximity sensor has a problem.
This problem sometimes happened before I changed the screen, but it is constant now.
Does Anyone know if this is a known issue?
Can you help me locate this proximity sensor ?
Is there a plug I did'nt connected correctly, or is it inside the screen?
Can the sensor functions be disabled? In the call settings, I couldn't find how...
If the proximity sensor is really defective, should the sensor allways detec something, or should it detect nothing?
Thank you
i have sam problem ,,,,any solution ?
rafikmob said:
i have sam problem ,,,,any solution ?
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Nope.
fredfred41 said:
Hello everyone
I have just changed my Poco M3 's lcd screen (I bought one with the frame already glued to it).
When I turn it back on, There is random messages like "remove your hand from in front of the screen", and when I make a call, the screen remains black, and we can't have access to the screen, in short, the proximity sensor has a problem.
This problem sometimes happened before I changed the screen, but it is constant now.
Does Anyone know if this is a known issue?
Can you help me locate this proximity sensor ?
Is there a plug I did'nt connected correctly, or is it inside the screen?
Can the sensor functions be disabled? In the call settings, I couldn't find how...
If the proximity sensor is really defective, should the sensor allways detec something, or should it detect nothing?
Thank you
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Yes.
I had the same issue.
In all the tutorials in you tube they noy showing the rubber part that laying between the proximity sensor and the screen.
So when you are replacing the screen and use a screen with a frame, you need to move the bottom and the top boards from the old frame to the new one, and when you are doing thay there is this tinny rubber, that is probably pop's out when you are pulling the top electric board and you not even know it.
I just realized that it missing until I gave up, and start to clean my working area, and suddenly I sat it.
You can sent me email to [email protected],
I can help you
Hi, thanks for the answer, I just figured this out yesterday, and now mine works too!!!
Try to disable pocket mode in lockscreen setting ...
Thanks for your answer, but my problem is solved, look at Edital1981 post.
Thanks