Database Users

HTC Blackstone Service Manual

HTC Blackstone Service Manual now available:
www.mikechannon.net
Mike

cool thanks mate

Woo !
Many thanks

thanks! useful!

Good News...thanks

Thanks Mike

Thanks, mikechannon
​

I am not a very techi person, could someone predict for me how difficult would it be to repalce a dented metal frame

Great!
thanks very much! you are so fast!!

hykhleif said:
I am not a very techi person, could someone predict for me how difficult would it be to repalce a dented metal frame
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Looking at the service manual, the screen and bezel can not be seperated, so i guess it is gonna be expensive i.e if you want to replace the bezel you will also get a new screen.
Suggest people ensure their phone is covered by insurance!

so do you think its easy to replace the screen and metal frame?
I am really considering to buy a dummy htc hd but before I do I just want make sure that if it is easy to do by myself

hykhleif said:
so do you think its easy to replace the screen and metal frame?
I am really considering to buy a dummy htc hd but before I do I just want make sure that if it is easy to do by myself
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
A dummy htc hd will probably not have a real screen and looking at the service manual, there appears to be no option to detach the screen from the bezel, however this comment is just based on observation and hopefully someone that has taken one apart can confirm.
I saw a discussion on the forum somewhere that the cost of a new screen was almost half the cost of the touch HD itself due to the fact that the bezel had to be replaced at the same time.

Thanks for the manual...
So... can anyone confirm the N. America frequencies that are listed in the manual on page 5?? Does this de-bunk the HTC twitter message??

Thanks for share!

Thanks at lot

ardsar said:
A dummy htc hd will probably not have a real screen and looking at the service manual, there appears to be no option to detach the screen from the bezel, however this comment is just based on observation and hopefully someone that has taken one apart can confirm.
I saw a discussion on the forum somewhere that the cost of a new screen was almost half the cost of the touch HD itself due to the fact that the bezel had to be replaced at the same time.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I managed to detach the screen from the bezel, but it really was a hard peace of work. You have to stick a thin peace of plastic between the screen an the bezel and lever the display. You should be very careful due to the lcd display and the digitizer are glued together and you might get between the digitizer and the display and destroy it that way. The other thing you should'nt do is lervering the display on the bottom (where the usb connector is) due to the flatcable is located there and you will destroy it with the plastic tool.
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
http://mobile.brando.com.hk/htc-tou...splay-with-touch-screen-_p04019c0696d088.html
http://mikechannon.net/PDF Manuals/HTC_Blackstone_Service_Manual.pdf
I did replace the display from my TC very easily but on the HD I had hugh problems.

Did you manage to remov ethe antenna cover like in the manual? I don't seem to be able to remove it.
I ran over my phone with the car and I want to dismantle it to check what parts are broken.

tinutac said:
Did you manage to remov ethe antenna cover like in the manual? I don't seem to be able to remove it.
I ran over my phone with the car and I want to dismantle it to check what parts are broken.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes I did without destroying it, but I needed special tools. I used a very thin peace of metal. On page 20 from the dissembling manuel you can see the two square holes where the antenna cover is attached to the body.
Just go on and try it but be careful not to brake the little plastic clamps.

mikechannon said:
HTC Blackstone Service Manual now available:
www.mikechannon.net
Mike
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Cheers mate. I'll have a look

Thanks mikechannon

How to replace HTC HD2 Touch Screen Glass ?

How to replace HTC HD2 Touch Screen Glass ?
Required easy video or photo tutorial.
Only replace HTC HD2 Touch Screen without disassembling all device camera, speaker etc.
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
I want to order this part
http://cgi.ebay.com/HTC-HD2-T8585-L...m&pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item439f5e14b9#shId
Video how i broke my HTC HD2
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=onMWYZgHhrk
Scratch Test:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SVNbe5V-1Sw
Temp. Fix , to protect fingers
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bOQfM8cTvgU
EDIT:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=701003

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=613954
"Required easy video or photo tutorial.
Only replace HTC HD2 Touch Screen without disassembling all device camera, speaker etc."
If i remember correctly there is a photo tutorial on some blog.
no it's not easy, yes you have to disassemble your phone, no i wouldn't bother trying if i have no clue about how the whole thing is set up.
repairing charges are about 170-200€ ~250$.

I haven't done it yet myself, my screen is alsoo cracked, but it seems very tricky. However, you have to disassemble the HD2 befor you can reach the screen. Also, you have to place the LCD part in the oven for 5 to 10 minutes at 50C degrees to let the glue get loose, because the screen is glued on. And even the digitizer is glued onto the lcd. So, even if you manages just to remove the digitizer, you still have to find a way how to glue it back to each other, without making a mess.
I have already disassembled my HD2 with succes. I am going to HK anyway, so I going to buy replacement LCD + Digitizer and bring my HD2 with so I can fix it right there and check if everything works ok aigain.
If so, I xan ditch the iPhone. I hate it.

I've replaced the digitizer from my Samsung Omnia i900 and it turned out to be very easy, following the instructions I found on the internet and YouTube. I guess it's the same for the HD2.

Is the digitzer and glass surface seperable?
Because i can see what looks like a thin layer of glass from the bits of glass which has fallen off on the bottom corner where it took the hit. Or am i just looking at the edge of hte LCD screen?
And since the screen still responds as per norm.
Picture is linked below:

the best dissassembly video
here is the best video for the hd2
www dot youtube dot com/watch?v=cL-jnUKufC4&feature=related[/url]
and assembly here
www dot youtube dot com/watch?v=t8Q7mXdcJ54&NR=1[/url]
thanks mark

Couple of questions!
1972 said:
here is the best video for the hd2
www dot youtube dot com/watch?v=cL-jnUKufC4&feature=related[/url]
and assembly here
www dot youtube dot com/watch?v=t8Q7mXdcJ54&NR=1[/url]
thanks mark
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Hi, thanks for these videos,, very detailed!
Have you got any idea about what she means by 'paste'? Is she just saying to connect A > B or is there some kind of adhesive needed? Also, have you got any links to buy some Mylar, OR do you think I could get away with reusing the ones removed?
By the way, I am going to try and replace the digitalizer in my HD2!
Thanks in advance!

There are 2 types of touch screen digitizers for HD2, you have to make sure you buy the right one. One needs to be soldered to the LCD flex, another plugs in. If you have a plug-in setup - you are in luck, if not - best to be left to professional, as it involves fine flex soldering.
Attaching the digitizer itself to the front housing is similar to that of Nexus and similar devices - 3M sticky double-sided tape is perfect, there is a 2mm one in a large flat roll sold everywhere.
Those who suggested the digitizer and LCD are fused together - wrong. Capacitive digitizers do not adhere to LCD and are attached to the housing itself with a free gap between the LCD and the digitizer.
I strongly recommend PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION.

The best way of doing it is buying a ready assembly. Something along the lines of http://cgi.ebay.com/LCD-Screen-Touc...235?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3f0b9f9463 It might be a bit more expensive than buying just a digitizer and attempting to attach it yourself, but you will save yourself a whole lot of trouble. AND it's still cheaper than $250 quoted somewhere above. Once you purchase the assembly, just familiarise yourself with HD2 disassembly/reassembly procedure and install.

Always buy a digitizer that is "OEM", even if it is used. The first digitizer I got for my HD2 with a smashed screen was shipped as 'new' from China, but when I got it, the quality was bad, because it was so cheap, and the screen would not recognize touch correctly..
Always be careful to check if there is anything caught on the middle frame when you take the motherboard out, because if you don't, you will rip something..
When I took my phone apart, I used this tape: http://cgi.ebay.com/3M-ADHESIVE-STI...652633?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item20baa9efd9 and it worked fine

enigma1nz said:
The best way of doing it is buying a ready assembly. Something along the lines of http://cgi.ebay.com/LCD-Screen-Touc...235?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3f0b9f9463 It might be a bit more expensive than buying just a digitizer and attempting to attach it yourself, but you will save yourself a whole lot of trouble. AND it's still cheaper than $250 quoted somewhere above. Once you purchase the assembly, just familiarise yourself with HD2 disassembly/reassembly procedure and install.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Wish I saw this about 25 minutes ago, I've already purchased my glass for 30$ Shipped - I guess I'm in for a hell of a ride with this one.

Broken LEO Screen

I think i broked my display today. It is all just purple and gray lines when display is turned on and few one looking like cracks. When i turn off the display i do not see anything like that. I wonder is it physical or there is some hope left?

sounds like you broke the actual lcd display, and not the glass front.
All the usual suggestions, try a hard reset then different rom of course, just in case it is software, but it doesnt sound good.
Broke my glass (not the lcd, phew) saturday night just gone gutted. Theyre only £35 or so, tho, so i think im gonna have a go at changing it myself. I think the lcd's are about the same but its kinda hard to tell which is which on ebay.i

How much is new lcd? I am asumming they will rip me off if i send it in official htc service?

couldnt say. i tried speaking to O2 about a paid repair, they just spieled teh usual guff, no info. not contacted htc directly yet.
As for price, its hard to tell, do a search on ebay, and i found lcd for 30 something, and glass/digitizer for 30 something, but i also saw lcd for 120 or so, so maybe teh one i saw was the worng item, heh, who knows. Not had a proper indepth look yet, though.

I will try to contact my official service in Croatia so I will tell the price or i will try with ebay.

my hd2 looks so sad with selotape protecting the cracks. ;(

I had to get a dropped HD2 repaired the other day..
was charged $368 to replace the cracked glass by the Australian authorized HTC repairer , phone was still functioning.

LCD complete with the digitizer (touchscreen) glass is about $250 itself. It is almost impossible to change the LCD separately from "digitizer" even in service lab.
JFYI, cnn.cn/shop/htc-hd2-c-277_948.html here it is.

That is too expansive. I dont really now right now what to do ,should i repair it or not

They said at my offical service(in Croatia) that it is something about 240 $ . They said that you cant buy lcd without touchscreen (probably digitizer? )..

Will this work?
http://cgi.ebay.com/US-LCD-DISPLAY-...872974?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item4cf0f17ece

that's the one,(unless you have a tmous)
well, it should be, insert usual "its not my fault if its wrong" get out clause here.

Ok. And what about digitezer (or what ever it is called) thing ? Dont I need that too?

for that price you can buy a new hd2...lol

the_bulk said:
Ok. And what about digitezer (or what ever it is called) thing ? Dont I need that too?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
didnt you say touch still works? and screen isnt cracked? so no, BUT, the digi/screen and teh lcd are bonded together, and you gotta bake them for 10 mins at 50 deg to seperate them, , and so how do we bond them back together,,, heh. in which case a whole lcd/digi/glass would be best, but i bet theyre expensive. (Thats how theyd do it at htc repairs, just swap out teh whole thing as a single item)

I would look for a used hd2 to buy. Might be cheaper.

waiting for an apple fan boy to come along and say "htc sux and apple is the best ever" LOL
ive seen videos of people repairing their own cracked screens. Personally I would NOT do it for myself. I would rather get a new HD2 or an entirely different phone. Thats why i keep my previous phone(s) as backups in case of such event!

This is how it looks:
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}

78apb said:
LCD complete with the digitizer (touchscreen) glass is about $250 itself. It is almost impossible to change the LCD separately from "digitizer" even in service lab.
JFYI, cnn.cn/shop/htc-hd2-c-277_948.html here it is.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
really? i changed 2 lcd's separately from the digitizer and it gave me no problems at all

the_bulk said:
This is how it looks:
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Did you drop it or have it in the pocket of your skinny jeans?

Screen replacement

A friend has a X5 with a broken screen. Do you guys know where I can find a supplier to buy a replacement screen?
Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk

Is it the digitizer or the LCD? I was able to get a new digitizer with the metal frame for about US$50 from ebay.
I've been meaning to post a guide on how to disassemble the u8800 as well but haven't gotten around to it. I should get that finished and post it up soon.

stockwell said:
Is it the digitizer or the LCD? I was able to get a new digitizer with the metal frame for about US$50 from ebay.
I've been meaning to post a guide on how to disassemble the u8800 as well but haven't gotten around to it. I should get that finished and post it up soon.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
What's the difference from the digitizer and the lcd?!
I only see one big crack on the screen, leading to 3 other branch-like cracks!
Screen works, but sometimes registers touches on it's own, and one part on the very side (where the big crack is) is completely unresponsive!

stockwell said:
Is it the digitizer or the LCD? I was able to get a new digitizer with the metal frame for about US$50 from ebay.
I've been meaning to post a guide on how to disassemble the u8800 as well but haven't gotten around to it. I should get that finished and post it up soon.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thats exactly what im looking for stockwell. Do you have a certain buyer on ebay to get them from?
I would be eternally grateful if you could post the guide on how to change the screen. What tools are required etc.

jastonas said:
What's the difference from the digitizer and the lcd?!
I only see one big crack on the screen, leading to 3 other branch-like cracks!
Screen works, but sometimes registers touches on it's own, and one part on the very side (where the big crack is) is completely unresponsive!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
The digitizer is the glass front. The LCD is behind it.
Sent from my u8800 using XDA App

So, where can we get a replacement?
And will the photos/guide be posted?

My wife dropped hers so the glass cracked. So I'm going to buy this:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Huawei-U880...ltDomain_0&hash=item3a669e2bda#ht_2315wt_1139
(unless someone finds a better deal).
A disassembly guide would be great

Sorry guys I've been busy with other things. I'll get the guide up asap!
Edit: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?goto=newpost&t=1291974
It's not very thorough but it should help a bit.

Cheers Stockwell. Now to buy some tools off Dealextreme and Screen off ebay.
---------- Post added at 05:12 PM ---------- Previous post was at 05:11 PM ----------
repvik said:
My wife dropped hers so the glass cracked. So I'm going to buy this:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Huawei-U880...ltDomain_0&hash=item3a669e2bda#ht_2315wt_1139
(unless someone finds a better deal).
A disassembly guide would be great
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
found this one repvik on ebay.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/180715382730?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649#ht_925wt_952

smiley_nz said:
found this one repvik on ebay.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/180715382730?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649#ht_925wt_952
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Excellent, thanks. I've already got a jewellers screwdriver set with 20-something bits, what other tools is likely to be needed?

repvik said:
Excellent, thanks. I've already got a jewellers screwdriver set with 20-something bits, what other tools is likely to be needed?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Just remember that stupid $33 usd limit for importing goods to Norway without having to pay extra custom fee/duty. If it's more expencive you must tell the seller to mark the parcel with a lower value...
Mach III

I finally got around my friends X5. I attach a screenshot of the broken screen. It is on the outside apparently as I can feel the scratches with my hand.
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
Are there any suggestions on what to get from ebay or elsewhere?
Thank you very much

Hello. I broke my lcd screen ( i hope it was only lcd ) and sent to the center, they wanted around 100 dollars, so on ebay i found 30 dollars and today ordered and now i am waiting for it, i hope , the true item comes and i can change it by myself..

[q]::nexus 4 screen replacement::[q]

i cracked my nexus 4 a few weeks ago it took a 4-6 feet drop into pavement/rocks,the screen became unresponsive and wouln't recognize touch i was going to send it to get it fixed but the guy wanted 200 $ to fix it so i said ill think about it . I went online and bought a Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3 but im getting tired of it since its pretty low on development so i want to go back to my mako , and i thought i would try to fix it myself since i got nothing to loose would this screen i found on ebay work:
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}

That's the digitizer. The screen (LCD) is underneath the digitizer. I recommend buying a screen assembly rather than just the digitizer. Replacing the digitizer is not a simple task, and it's very easy to damage the LCD (if it's not damaged already) when separating the broken digitizer from it. A screen assembly can be had for about $45 USD, or about $60 for the entire front piece including a new bezel. I went with the entire assembly and bezel since it's all put together and there's less things to accidentally screw up.

Planterz said:
That's the digitizer. The screen (LCD) is underneath the digitizer. I recommend buying a screen assembly rather than just the digitizer. Replacing the digitizer is not a simple task, and it's very easy to damage the LCD (if it's not damaged already) when separating the broken digitizer from it. A screen assembly can be had for about $45 USD, or about $60 for the entire front piece including a new bezel. I went with the entire assembly and bezel since it's all put together and there's less things to accidentally screw up.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
thanks for replying but is that part the same as this video is it easy as it seems

chacua358 said:
thanks for replying but is that part the same as this video is it easy as it seems
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
My mistake. That's the screen assembly. Sorry, I had just woken up and was still rather hung over. That part shouldn't cost you more than $45 or so. Personally though, I'd still recommend getting the assembly/bezel combo, since it's just a swap rather than pulling apart glued pieces (plus it's a brand new bezel without the dings and scratches). Your choice though.

Planterz said:
My mistake. That's the screen assembly. Sorry, I had just woken up and was still rather hung over. That part shouldn't cost you more than $45 or so. Personally though, I'd still recommend getting the assembly/bezel combo, since it's just a swap rather than pulling apart glued pieces (plus it's a brand new bezel without the dings and scratches). Your choice though.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
its 30 bucks on ebay and if i order now itll get here on friday i was just making sure since the only screen repair ive done was an itouch ive seen some videos online and ive got brave enough to do it:laugh:

chacua358 said:
its 30 bucks on ebay and if i order now itll get here on friday i was just making sure since the only screen repair ive done was an itouch ive seen some videos online and ive got brave enough to do it:laugh:
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Where are you finding it that cheap? The cheapest I can find is ~$40 from China or Singapore, or ~$45 from a US seller. But for $30, I say go for it!

Planterz said:
Where are you finding it that cheap? The cheapest I can find is ~$40 from China or Singapore, or ~$45 from a US seller. But for $30, I say go for it!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
last week i wasant sure about buying the screen and it went for 10 bucks i regret letting that auction go but if you say 30 $ is cheap ill go for it

chacua358 said:
last week i wasant sure about buying the screen and it went for 10 bucks i regret letting that auction go but if you say 30 $ is cheap ill go for it
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Just make sure you're buying the assembly and not just the digitizer or LCD. And good luck, let me know how it goes.

Planterz said:
Just make sure you're buying the assembly and not just the digitizer or LCD. And good luck, let me know how it goes.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
its this one but this one is a different price from another seller