Proximity sensor sporadically functional - HD2 General

Hi
I have searched high and low through the forum and cannot find a definitive answer, so I'm hoping someone can help me out.
I am on a stock HTC 1.66 rom running wm 6.5, originally my proximity sensor worked a treat but after all the cabs and tweaks at seems to have been effected. When I receive a call it will sometimes work fine and other times not at all, very frustrating!
I have seen the proximity sensor app but its not ideal, I am looking for it to function as it does after hard reset (which was previously great!). Anyone got any ideas, I can post my reg keys etc. if that helps.
Thanks guys

Best way to have you happy - keep things manual. No matter what device or os you have, all those sensor toys are quite entertaining but not reliable on critical moments.

have you applied a screen protector recently?? the so called 'official' screen protectors from HTC don't allow the gap needed for the proximity sensor to function correctly....hope this helps.

It does not work entirely properly even without screen protector.
I have found that sometimes turning the phone upside down and back helps. It seems G-sensor is part of the process too.

Cheers for the replies.
I have no screen protector on the device. But I will steer clear of the HTC protector if that is the case.
If have just done a re calibration of the g sensor and it seems to have fixed the call screen off/on dilemma. Never thought that would be it, thanks for the idea!
Testarossa

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Proximity Sensor Problem 1.61 :-( Is this the issue?

Hi all again,
I must saw I've NEVER had to do so many posting for a single phone... anyway.
I just updated my Leo to 1.61 via a tortuous goldcard process and the proximity sensor is still not working correctly My wife is the main user of the phone and I was watching her while on a call- the screen was on and off like some demented Xmas lights.
I have a theory regarding the problem. It's only my wife who has the problem with the phone, it's seems ok with me (but I don't use it as much!). The phone is very wide, and the proximity sensor is not central. I think that the sensor is missing her ear (she has small ears!). The gap between her ear lobe top and her head is too great for the sensor. I tested the sensor gap with my thumb and it seems to be around 1cm to activate.
The hardware solution is either move the sensor so it's central (that's not going to happen soon) OR increase the sensitivity of it.
Does anyone know how to change the sensitivity of the sensor OR anyway to completely disable the touch screen during a call.
Hmm I can not believe that, I've tested my sensor:
It put the lights out if i come closer that 1,5 cm next to the screen during a call. So it think this is not the source of your problem.
But: I'm running a 1.48 rom...
I had the proximity sensor behaving eratically upon installing a screen protector. Even though I installed the original HTC screen protector which has 2 holes to position exactly over the sensors but even then I had problems. Ever since removing the screen protector everything is okay again.
Just thought if your problem also coincides with installing a screen protector.
Regards
The problem occurs when your hair overlaps the proximity sensor, the light immediately comes on. Stick the phone back to the ear and the proximity sensor works perfectly on time.
p.s. ive long hair and I too faced this problem and figured it out by running a few test as mentioned above ;-)
Hope this helps.
well, I'm having the same problem and It's not caused because of my hair. it just sometimes works and sometimes doesn't. the test I make is using the palm of my hand. if during one call It's not working, it won't work no matter what you do. then if I make a call and its working, I can turn on and off the screen placing my hand in front of the sensor..
jpresencia said:
well, I'm having the same problem and It's not caused because of my hair. it just sometimes works and sometimes doesn't. the test I make is using the palm of my hand. if during one call It's not working, it won't work no matter what you do. then if I make a call and its working, I can turn on and off the screen placing my hand in front of the sensor..
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I reckon you clear the area around the receiver and try doing a hard reset.
CAUTION: Take an individual back of your data rather than doing a full backup using some software.
same problem
Hi, I have the same random proximity sensor bug problem. During call accidental hang-up happens every day. I have short hair and no screen protector. Is there any solution for this yet? thanks.
I wrote to HTC already, but they claim there is no problem reported. Sory for my English.
Had a similar problem. My proximity sensor is now working fine. Install the 'Proximity Sensor for Screen Off v0.2' cab. Search the forum for the thread.
thanks for tip, hope this little app will "evolve"...
hi,
i had the problem with the proximite, that it is only working when the phone is in portrait mode. when im incall and portrait i can put my finger to the sensor and it is working perfect. when i rotate the display to landscape the sensor does nothing and the display stays on. unfortunatly i turn the phone sometimes on the way to my ear, and so the screen stays on.
i will try now the mentoined .cab and see what it does for me.
regards mad

(Video)Proximity Sensor Sensitivity Problem (TMOBUS HD2 vs HD2)

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

Problem with proximity sensor

The problem is that the screen will stay off during calls. That means I can't hang up...
The only way to get the screen on is bright light against the sensor.
Is there any way to calibrate the sensor?
I don't think so. But as you say, it's a proximity sensor, so it should measure a distance and not need light to wake the screen. And as far as I know, the light sensor isn't used in calls.
But you could use the key under the screen to hang up
Yes, that's pretty weird actually, but that's how it is...
But no, I can't hang up since there are no hard buttons. Only the touch-sensetive ones, and they don't work when the phone thinks it's at someones ear.
Screen protector and proximity sensor
I have installed on my HD Mini a very good quality screen protector. During phone call my screen became black like my ear is on the phone, but my phone is on the desk ! If I remove the screen protector the proximity sensor come back to work correctly. Any idea how to set-up or adjust proximity sensor sensitivity ?
Me too!
I have this problem too!
Your phones have a screen which is made of really good strong glass. Using a screen protector is useless. I have had a Hero (also a capacitive touchscreen phone) for 6 months and, while I do keep it in a holster, I have rubbed it on my shirt, dropped it and used my finger on it all day long. It still is spotless. Stop wasting money on protectors and just use the phone. And having a protector is bound to screw up the proximity sensor.
As far as it not recognizing that the phone is not against your ear.... that is a matter for the service department to solve since it seems like a hardware fault.
Really strange! I've a screen protector but don't have this problem... the sensor works fine!!!
bellor
It's made out of plastic, really easy to make scratch. And it's very fingerprint attractive. So glossy filter is really good solution.
BeemerZ1
Same problem, proximity sensor work really weird.
Hi guys, I have the same problem on my HTC HD Mini, when you make a call the screen goes black and will not allow to end call. I have to take battery out to make it work again. I was looking at the registry tweaks for HTC HD2 (leo) and am wondering if those tweaks will work on my mini.
Please, if anyone has a solution, put it on here, have even tried replacing the glass to resolve but not working still.
Same problem. I tried an experiment... when i'm in a light room, works. when i'm in a dark room doesn't work. Really stupid... without light doesn't work!!
If you would, try to put the mini under light when is in calling...
In fact, that's quite normal. If you're calling in a dark room, how do you expect that your phone can "see" the difference between the darkness of your ears and the darkness of the room?
Are you using a screen protector?
I used to have the same issue. But once I remove the screen protector the screen turns back on straight after a phone call.
I believe that the proximity sensor is confused and is affected by having an object pasted over it.
so if someone could experiment with just removing he corner of the screen protector to avoid the sensor, you will not have a issue.
I am using the mini with a screen protector and it has been fine in my pocket...but I am not saying you should try!
My 2 cents!
S-ed said:
bellor
It's made out of plastic, really easy to make scratch. And it's very fingerprint attractive. So glossy filter is really good solution.
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its made of carbonized whatever mixture just like any other capacitive screen and no theres no way to scratch that thing, iam wearing it in a pocket together with my keys since i bought it and theres no single scratch there, yet the fingerprint thing is very annoying indeed but thats because the material of the screen is very very close to glass.
fongyiktze said:
I used to have the same issue. But once I remove the screen protector the screen turns back on straight after a phone call.
I believe that the proximity sensor is confused and is affected by having an object pasted over it.
so if someone could experiment with just removing he corner of the screen protector to avoid the sensor, you will not have a issue.
I am using the mini with a screen protector and it has been fine in my pocket...but I am not saying you should try!
My 2 cents!
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The lcd and digitiser have been replaced and there is no screen protector on the device. I purchased the lcd and digitiser as a complete unit so as not to have any issues.
The seller reassures me that the product was brand new and had been fully tested. I no longer have the old pieces to test against but this problem seems quite common from the threads on here and gsm forum.
Any solutions or ideas for resolution greatly appreciated, near to pulling all my hair out!!!!!!!!
I have screen protector and I do not have any problem with sensor. Everything works great..
i have the same problem as you.. when i am in a call i cant end it because my screen is black all the time.the only solution i found is when i call i turn the speaker on.please help us
p.s where on the screen is the proximity sensor??
spithash said:
i have the same problem as you.. when i am in a call i cant end it because my screen is black all the time.the only solution i found is when i call i turn the speaker on.please help us
p.s where on the screen is the proximity sensor??
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_Madmatt said:
In fact, that's quite normal. If you're calling in a dark room, how do you expect that your phone can "see" the difference between the darkness of your ears and the darkness of the room?
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Yes I know... I meant that only works in bright light conditions, such as directly under a lamp or sunlight. in a room or just the shade does not work. So it's "only"a matter of adjusting the sensitivity of the light sensor. I do not even understand how it can be made this "proximity sensor", all I know is that it works with light. Rather, there is a program like the shake'n wake can use?
I have this annoying problem, too.
But I have to say: I have NO screen protectror, and: the divece was repaired by arvato-Services after a broken display. And I didn't have this problem before!
Sometimes i seems to help to puff serveral times into the loudspeeker, so that the screen returns and I'm able tu hang up the call. But sometimes it doesn't works, and if I had spoken to a mailbox (and the other end didn't hang up, so that i MUST hang up) the last solution was to remove the battery.
If there is a way to disable the sensor (i.e. in the registry)?
kind regards
Ye same thing, Mine will only bring the screen back during a call if it is under a very bright light.
Any ideas yet?

[IMPORTANT][HELP NEEDED] HD2 Proximity Sensor - WakeUp Problem

Hello guys,
at first i want to excuse for my language mistakes, it's not my native language.
I have a problem with my phone. If I make a phone call, the proximity sensor deactivates the screen, like it should be, but the screen won't wake up, after I push the phone away from my ear. It takes a long time, until I can see something again on the screen. I don't want to create a new thread where I am crying about this issue, I want to solve this problem.
I also searched at many other developer-forums and i noticed, that this happens to many people around there and everybody is crying about it.
Everybody who can provide informations, that can help to solve this problem is invited to share his experiences with us.
The HD2 is a very beautiful mobile phone, but this problem is really annoying.
I made a lot of tests to find the reason of this problem.
Things, that I did without getting clear results:
1. Dirty sensor
It could be possible, that the sensor or the glass plate is dirty inside and because of this, the sensor can't recognize it properly.
2. Light sensor
It was random, that I expected that this issue also depends on the light sensor. I made a call and the screen goes off, like every time. Now i take the flashlight and light it in the area of the proximity and light sensor. Instantly the screen went on and displayed everything, but if I move the flashlight away again, it goes off. and that happens as long as you make the call. If you end the call the screen stays off like it's everytime the case. If I move the flashlight now in front of the sensor area, the screen goes on and it stays on.
EDIT: It's not everytime working.
The following things I did, but brought no solution:
1. Flashing everything new
I did a task29, flashed some different radio roms, different HSPL's and also many different ROM's. Windows Mobile and ALSO Android. Nothing helps.
2. Blowing inside the case
I also read that it help if I blow inside the case near the area of the sensors. I don't know if it really helps, but it's fur sure not the reason.
3. Display protector
In my case it's not the reason, because I don't use a protector and never used one.
Questions, that I have now:
1. Proximity sensor
Everybody says the HTC HD2 has a proximity sensor, but I don't know if this is sure. Maybe the phone has only a light sensor, which works like a proximity sensor, like other newer phone's like the HTC Wildfire.
2. Production error
Could it be a failure from the factory? Encoutered anybody this problem only after some time? Or maybe anyone who can say that the problem was solved by itself?
Please don't answer like: use the forum search or something like this.
I searched a lot and not only in this forum.
Best regards Gerhard Silvio
Further test confirmed, what I said. The problem must be the light sensor. After a call and the phone don't turn on, light a fire in front of the phone or light with a flashlight to the sensors. it goes on immediately!
Strange..
EDIT:
I made a video to show what I mean. Excuse me for my bad english ^.^
Now you developers outside are asked how to fix it...
Open the phone and clean? Or maybe it's not so easy?
Best regards
There is no possibility to fix this issue, because the light sensor is not programmable (as we know now, the HD2 has no proximity sensor). The sensor decides to turn the screen off when it gets dark, so i took some black nail polish and put it under the glass surface in front of the sensor. The screen now don't turn off and automatic light won't work also, but i can compensate these problems better than the call issue.
And without doing this, you will never be able to use WP7 right, because you can only end a call if you push the on-screen button, and this button won't appear. So you must wait until the other side ends the call, and if this don't happen you can't use your phone again without remove and reinserting the battery ^^
I hope I could help you by providing these informations.
Thread can be closed, there's nothing more to say.
The problem is isnst a problem 'cos you burned the proximity sensor with that heat.
iamrv said:
The problem is isnst a problem 'cos you burned the proximity sensor with that heat.
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What are you talking?
That has nothing to do with any heat (if you mean the lighter). It was 3cm or more, can't follow your answer, cause its unlogical. It also worked with a normal light or a laser or anything else.
the problem u have ( i have too) only happens in nand builds, i dont have this issue with Duttys_2.5_5.21916.5.0.95_3.14_HD2_ML_Family_ROM_(V12)_WWE installed.. the phone act normal completely.
so i have to say this to me is a nand build issue, why others on htc hd2 arent not having this problem is what confuses me
In my case, it was not depending of what build or os i use. It happened in wm6.5, sd android, nand android and also in wp7. I caused by the hardware, and if i can't repair it, i have to destroy or deactivate it. with software you can't deactivate the sensor so i coloured the sensor black, that he won't notice anything anymore and the problem is solved. i have no problem with the screen active, while calling.
Firstly, the HD2 DOES have a proximity sensor and it works flawlessly in WM6.5. I know this was 100% fact for me, as I was very impressed at how well it worked. There are 2 sensors, clearly visible, next to the earpiece. One is a light sensor, as you know, and the other is a proximity sensor. This is not an opinion - it's a fact. I just wanted that to be very clear.
Also, I don't have this problem in Android, either SD builds (I don't use any more), or NAND builds (my daily driver). I will admit that there is a delay of a couple of seconds when I take the phone away from my ear, before the screen comes on, but I know that's just down to the fact that I'm using ported software.
You say that in your case this failed to work in both WM6.5 and Android. You've got a dodgy proximity sensor then. This is clearly a hardware failure.
The HD2 DOES have a proximity sensor but this fault does occur on some android builds
If it occurs for you everywhere, then u simply have a faulty proximity sensor, and i know this because i too have used wm.5, andoird nand and sd, and WP7
and the proximity sensor works fine on all but some (older) android builds
if the HD2 didn't have a proximity sensor there wouldn't be a second hole, next to the light sensor.
johncmolyneux said:
Firstly, the HD2 DOES have a proximity sensor and it works flawlessly in WM6.5. I know this was 100% fact for me, as I was very impressed at how well it worked. There are 2 sensors, clearly visible, next to the earpiece. One is a light sensor, as you know, and the other is a proximity sensor. This is not an opinion - it's a fact. I just wanted that to be very clear.
Also, I don't have this problem in Android, either SD builds (I don't use any more), or NAND builds (my daily driver). I will admit that there is a delay of a couple of seconds when I take the phone away from my ear, before the screen comes on, but I know that's just down to the fact that I'm using ported software.
You say that in your case this failed to work in both WM6.5 and Android. You've got a dodgy proximity sensor then. This is clearly a hardware failure.
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Thanks for your opinion, but my proximity sensor works flawlessly in windows mobile 6.5.3 but under superram darkstone build I suffer rge same problem. Most of the times can be fixed touching the write arrow button...
Maybe can help...
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My HD2 tmobile also has this proximity sensor problem. I use my finger to cover the sensors (light, proximity) during the call. The screen will off. But the screen cannot back to on when I moved out the sensor cover. I tried to use the torch to shine the sensor but no response.
If HD2 connected to power supply or PC USB for battery charging. The screen can switch on. I think this charging method for sensor disabled.
you already thought about a Hardware Problem and let HTC fix it?
yogya said:
Thanks for your opinion, but my proximity sensor works flawlessly in windows mobile 6.5.3 but under superram darkstone build I suffer rge same problem. Most of the times can be fixed touching the write arrow button...
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Thanks, but that's clearly just an issue with the Android build you're using. Try another one and see if it's better.
I tested my HD2 again. I restored WM6.5 to my HD2 tmobile. The proximity sensor was no problem. the screen can turn off when my face close to screen and my face is far to screen, the screen will turn on.
I also tested the lighting sensor. I put my HD2 under the strong sunshine, screen will light strongly.
If I re-installed the android rom NAND. This problem will be issue. I tried more than two ROMs. The result is same.
Sorry, maybe my english is not good.
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Thanks, but that's clearly just an issue with the Android build you're using. Try another one and see if it's better.
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Thanks for the info...
If I change my build I el let it know here... For the moment, I can survive with this...
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jackykwan said:
I tested my HD2 again. I restored WM6.5 to my HD2 tmobile. The proximity sensor was no problem. the screen can turn off when my face close to screen and my face is far to screen, the screen will turn on.
I also tested the lighting sensor. I put my HD2 under the strong sunshine, screen will light strongly.
If I re-installed the android rom NAND. This problem will be issue. I tried more than two ROMs. The result is same.
Sorry, maybe my english is not good.
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then it can only be an issue with the nand builds unless the nand builds have use of an additional sensor not used in wm6.5..
Hi.
Readed all this thread. Also one other same situation, described on HD2 Android Q&A and General forum on thread "[Q] screen goes off if I make a phone call".
I can confirm that this issue goes active with Android NAND builds. Not matter, is it Froyo or Gingerbread. I tested lot different roms. Best results i got on PureGingerbread gpc_hd2_gingerbread_v1.3 and with SetCPU on conservative. On somewhere proposed smartass didnt work.
Actually i dont remember this same bug, when i runned Android at SD.
Now i placed back stock win rom and all works perfect. This shows that my hardware works correctly. But i dont like winmo (also winphone 7 is unripe and i dont like it too). I want use Android and not at SD. Must i go to change phone and loose todays best smartphone (my opinion)?
I dont know fundamental of Android and dont have time to learn it too (so many works and other things todo). But maybe some rom or kernel chief can handle this and overlook things that operate with Proximity or Light sensor.
I dont have so many posts yet that post this to my preferred rom thread. I dont want go spam over forum to get post count bigger. this was reason why i posted my opinions here.
Finally sorry about my poor enlish.
I heard so much meanings where the reason could be and i have to end up my whole life without solving this problem.
in my case it's not os-dependent.
i never needed my screen to turn off while talking, the hd2 is very big and with android there's nearly no chance to push any button and with wp7 the same, so why i should be angry about this problem. my sensor won't recognize anything anymore, that's enough for me ^^
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=951858
This sounds very interesting. The proximity sensor of the Desire HD of most people was not correctly calibrated so it won't work good and they got the same issues like we do with our beloved HD2. Check out the thread and the app. I'm not sure if it works, but you can give it a try. I'm not able to use it, because i deactivated my sensor in a hardware-way xD !
Silberpfeil3110 said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=951858
This sounds very interesting. The proximity sensor of the Desire HD of most people was not correctly calibrated so it won't work good and they got the same issues like we do with our beloved HD2. Check out the thread and the app. I'm not sure if it works, but you can give it a try. I'm not able to use it, because i deactivated my sensor in a hardware-way xD !
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Hello
I have this problem since 2 days
And i test it
now my phone not turn off during a call. screen stay on.

[Q] Proximity Sensor / Autorotation Not working after Screen Replacement

So I dropped my nexus 4 cracking the screen which required me to replace the LCD assembly. After putting it back together and firing it up I noticed that the Auto Rotation (Yes the setting is checked in the settings) and the proximity sensor are not working. I installed Android sensor box and it is getting no reading from the proximity sensor or the gyro sensor. I have taken the phone apart multiple times to ensure everything is connect and everything looks correct. I have also unlocked the phone and have re flashed the stock rom with it not fixing the problem. Any help would be much appreciated.
My wife destroyed her display. Did same but gyro works fine but proxy is the problem. Work around so far is to set power button to end calls becasue screen just goes black when making/receiving calls kind of makes phone useless if you can't see screen.
I too have taken it apart several times and still nothing. Next plan is to find a new sensor unit and replace it.
From what I have been able to see in all my searching the proxy is extremely sensitive any deviation in placement, smuge on unit or display, minor deviation on color of display, screen protector, any interference from skins can affect it so check all those also.
In one of the threads on the Galaxy Nexus there is a patch to turn off sensor and there is mention of app in market that does the same, haven't tried yet have to get phone from wife to try, could be possible solutions also.
Will post back with findings as I get to try them.
Found great app in market Sensor Kinetic Pro shuts off proximity sensor or any other sensor no more problem with black screen after making calls. Still going to try replacing sensor however found it on Amazon less then $5.00.
silvagroup said:
My wife destroyed her display. Did same but gyro works fine but proxy is the problem. Work around so far is to set power button to end calls becasue screen just goes black when making/receiving calls kind of makes phone useless if you can't see screen.
I too have taken it apart several times and still nothing. Next plan is to find a new sensor unit and replace it.
From what I have been able to see in all my searching the proxy is extremely sensitive any deviation in placement, smuge on unit or display, minor deviation on color of display, screen protector, any interference from skins can affect it so check all those also.
In one of the threads on the Galaxy Nexus there is a patch to turn off sensor and there is mention of app in market that does the same, haven't tried yet have to get phone from wife to try, could be possible solutions also.
Will post back with findings as I get to try them.
Found great app in market Sensor Kinetic Pro shuts off proximity sensor or any other sensor no more problem with black screen after making calls. Still going to try replacing sensor however found it on Amazon less then $5.00.
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Somewhat comforted to see others are also having the same problem... I recently replaced my nexus 4 screen only to have my proximity sensor fail on me too. Interestingly enough, i disassembled my phone multiple times to test if the sensor still works, turns out it does, but it is super sensitive. In my first experiment I had the sensor dangling out of the socket to see if it was still receptive to light, it worked perfectly - I used my hand as a 'face-simulator' to test for sensitivity. I then tried to place it back in the rubber grommet with the grommet seated firmly in the socket and what I found was that it worked, so long as there was only limited pressure on the enclosure. For example, it only works when there are no adjacent screws (for the plastic motherboard cover) applying pressure in the nearby area. I thought I could live with that, but then I tried putting the rear plastic cover back on and,... back to square one, dead screen on-call. I figure it has something to do with either pressure sensitivity or perhaps the pressure from the screws or the rear cover pushes the sensor too close to the glass?
Anyway I'd be keen to see if replacing the audio jack will actually fix the problem, any of you guys had any success with that? Meanwhile i'm going to just use the power button for ending calls. Any tips for how to use the speakerphone during a call?
Cheers fellas.
New sensor arrived yesterday changed out my wife's non functioning sensor and new one working great. Old sensor was bad !!!! She had dropped the phone several times and last accident she unintentionally threw it. Suggest no one do that
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silvagroup said:
New sensor arrived yesterday changed out my wife's non functioning sensor and new one working great. Old sensor was bad !!!! She had dropped the phone several times and last accident she unintentionally threw it. Suggest no one do that
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New sensor arrived the other day, I have since swapped out the old one, everything works great now!
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dhaub said:
New sensor arrived the other day, I have since swapped out the old one, everything works great now!
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whered u get the sensor?
chamilun said:
whered u get the sensor?
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I know this is old but I'm having the same issue. How did you guys make out? Were did you get the sensor? Saw one on ebay $109 seems pricey
btack said:
I know this is old but I'm having the same issue. How did you guys make out? Were did you get the sensor? Saw one on ebay $109 seems pricey
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I put a case on mine and it started working. It always would work if i put a bit of pressure on different parts of the phone. So im not sure if bad contact on sensor or if more some type of alignment issue. But it does work now. speakerphone is terrible since cracked screen tho..

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