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HTC EVO V 4G User Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Getting the battery to last longer Switching the power on or off What are Wireless Emergency Alerts/CMAS? Touch gestures Setting up HTC EVO V 4G for the first time Ways of getting contacts into HTC EVO V 4G Home screen Basics...
  • Page 3 Managing message conversations Backing up your text messages Setting message options Search and Web browser Searching HTC EVO V 4G and the Web Browsing the Web Downloading files and apps Viewing bookmarks and previously visited pages Syncing your bookmarks with Google Chrome...
  • Page 4 Backing up your contacts to the storage card Contact information and conversations Sending contact information Contact groups Social Facebook for HTC Sense About Friend Stream Updating your status in Friend Stream Enjoying Facebook in Friend Stream Using Facebook chat Chatting in Google Talk...
  • Page 5 Syncing your calendar events Syncing your contacts Syncing your web bookmarks Syncing documents and email attachments Installing an app from your computer to HTC EVO V 4G Syncing another device with your computer Keyboard Using the onscreen keyboard Entering words with predictive text...
  • Page 6 Managing memory Backing up settings to Google Accessibility settings Protecting HTC EVO V 4G with a screen lock Encrypting data on HTC EVO V 4G Checking information about HTC EVO V 4G Choosing which app opens when you tap a data item...

  • Page 7: Conventions Used In This Guide

    Conventions used in this guide Conventions used in this guide In this user guide, we use the following symbols to indicate useful and important information: This is a note. A note often gives additional information, such as what happens when you choose to do or not to do a certain action. A note also provides information that may only be applicable to some situations.

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    8. Proximity sensor If you want to use a screen protector, please don't cover and block the proximity sensor. You can purchase the dedicated screen protector for HTC EVO V 4G that already has a small opening for the sensor.
  • Page 9 Getting started Top panel 1. 3.5mm headset jack 2. Power Left and right panels 1. USB connector 2. Volume up 3. Volume down 4. 2D/3D mode switch 5. Camera Back panel 1. Dual cameras 2. Microphone 3. Dual LED flash 4.

  • Page 10: Back Cover

    Removing the back cover Remove the back cover to access the battery compartment and storage card slot. 1. With HTC EVO V 4G switched off, hold your phone securely with the front facing down. 2. Lift the back cover up gently, starting from the small opening at the bottom of the phone and then from the two sides.

  • Page 11: Storage Card

    3. Slide the storage card out from its slot. Unmounting the storage card When you need to remove the storage card while HTC EVO V 4G is on, unmount the storage card first to prevent corrupting or damaging the files in the storage card.

  • Page 12: Battery

    Getting started Battery HTC EVO V 4G uses a rechargeable battery. How long the battery can last before it needs recharging depends on how you use HTC EVO V 4G.The features and ® accessories you use can affect battery life. For example, leaving your Bluetooth connection always on uses more power.

  • Page 13: Getting The Battery To Last Longer

    § Only the power adapter and USB cable provided in the box must be used to charge the battery. § Do not remove the battery from HTC EVO V 4G while you are charging it using the power or car adapter.

  • Page 14: Switching The Power On Or Off

    Switching the power on Press the Power button. Easy. When you turn on HTC EVO V 4G for the first time, you’ll need to set it up. Switching the power off 1. If the display is off, press the Power button to turn it back on, then unlock the screen.

  • Page 15: Setting Up Htc Evo V 4G For The First Time

    Setting up HTC EVO V 4G for the first time When you switch on HTC EVO V 4G for the first time, you’ll be asked to set it up. Just follow the onscreen instructions and you’ll be up and running in no time.

  • Page 16: Home Screen

    28. Extended Home screen As you start to do more things with HTC EVO V 4G, you might find that one Home screen is not enough. No problem. Slide your finger horizontally to the left or right on the screen and you’ll discover more space for adding icons, widgets, and more.

  • Page 17: Basics

    Sleep mode saves battery power by putting HTC EVO V 4G into a low power state while the display is off. It also stops accidental button presses when HTC EVO V 4G is in your bag. You’ll still receive messages and calls though, and missed calls and messages appear on the lock screen.

  • Page 18: Unlocking The Screen

    Basics Waking up from Sleep mode To wake HTC EVO V 4G up manually, press the Power button. You’ll need to unlock the screen. HTC EVO V 4G automatically wakes up when you have an incoming call. Unlocking the screen Pull the ring up to unlock the screen.

  • Page 19: Status Icons

    Basics Status icons Here’s what each icon means: Signal strength Battery is very low (8% remaining) EvDO connected Silent mode EvDO in use Vibrate mode 1xRTT connected Microphone is mute 1xRTT in use Speakerphone is on Wired microphone headset No signal connected Connected to a Wi-Fi network Wired headset connected...

  • Page 20: Notifications

    Notification LED The notification LED shows a: § Solid green light when HTC EVO V 4G is connected to the power adapter or a computer and the battery is fully charged. § Flashing green light when you have a pending notification.

  • Page 21: Notifications Panel

    Basics Notifications panel When you get a new notification, you can open the Notifications panel to see what event notification or new information you've received. The Notifications panel lets you quickly switch between recently-opened apps, and also lets you easily turn on settings such as Wi-Fi ®...

  • Page 22: Switching Between Recently Opened Apps

    The Quick Settings tab lets you easily turn on Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and more, and also provides a quick shortcut to all HTC EVO V 4G settings. 1. Press and hold the status bar, then slide your finger downward to open the Notifications panel.

  • Page 23: Where Apps, Data, And Files Are Stored

    3. Tap the On/Off switch next to an item to turn it off or on. 4. To access Wi-Fi settings, tap next to Wi-Fi connection. 5. To access all HTC EVO V 4G settings, tap next to Additional settings. Where apps, data, and files are stored...

  • Page 24: Connecting Your Phone To A Computer

    § Disconnect HTC EVO V 4G from the computer. § If you want to keep HTC EVO V 4G connected to the computer but want it to be able to access the storage card, open the Notifications panel, tap Disk...

  • Page 25: Transferring Contacts From Your Old Phone

    Basics Transferring contacts from your old phone Easily transfer contacts from your old phone to HTC EVO V 4G through Bluetooth. Depending on your old phone’s model, you may also transfer other types of data such as calendar events and text messages to HTC EVO V 4G.

  • Page 26: Printing

    Connect HTC EVO V 4G to a supported printer and print out documents, email, meeting invitations, photos, and more. § Both printer and HTC EVO V 4G must be turned on and connected to the same local network. Connect HTC EVO V 4G to the local network using Wi-Fi. To learn how to connect the printer to a local network, refer to your printer user guide.
  • Page 27 Basics Adding a printer If your printer does not show up in the list, you must add it. The printer must be in the same Wi-Fi network that you are using. 1. From the Print screen, tap Add printer. 2. Enter the IP address of the printer that you want to add and choose a port. If you do not know the IP address of the printer, ask for help from your network administrator.

  • Page 28: Personalizing

    Personalizing Making HTC EVO V 4G truly yours Make HTC EVO V 4G look and sound just the way you want it. Personalize it with a different wallpaper, skin, ringtone, and notification sound for events such as incoming text, email, and calendar reminders.

  • Page 29: Changing Your Wallpaper

    3. Tap one of the following: Gallery Choose an existing photo and crop it. HTC wallpapers Choose a preset wallpaper, and then tap Preview. Live wallpapers Choose a preset animated wallpaper, and then tap Preview. If the animated wallpaper you chose can be customized, tap Settings.

  • Page 30: Applying A New Skin

    2. On the Add to home tab, tap Widget. 3. Select a widget that you want. 4. Most HTC widgets are available in a variety of designs and sizes to suit your needs. Slide your finger on the screen from right to left to view the different styles, and then tap Select to choose one.

  • Page 31: Adding Apps And Other Shortcuts On Your Home Screen

    Personalizing Changing the settings of a widget You can modify basic settings of some widgets (for example, the People and Mail widgets) from the Home screen. 1. Press and hold a widget on your Home screen, and then drag it to The relevant screen where you can change some settings for this widget then opens.

  • Page 32: Rearranging Or Removing Widgets And Icons On Your Home Screen

    Personalizing Rearranging or removing widgets and icons on your Home screen Moving a widget or icon 1. Press and hold the widget or icon you want to move. 2. Drag the widget or icon to a new location on the screen. §...

  • Page 33: Grouping Apps Into A Folder

    Personalizing Grouping apps into a folder Use folders to group apps on the launch bar or your Home screen to free up space so you can add more apps. 1. Press and hold an app, and then drag it over to another app to automatically create a folder.

  • Page 34: Rearranging The Home Screen

    The main Home screen is the panel that is bordered by a thin line in Leap view. 1. Pinch the Home screen to show the Leap view. 2. Press and hold the thumbnail of the home screen you want to move. HTC EVO V 4G then vibrates. Don’t lift your finger just yet.

  • Page 35: Personalizing With Sound Sets

    By switching between sound sets, you can instantly make HTC EVO V 4G ring or alert you with fun sounds when you're out with friends or change to subtle sounds while you're at work.

  • Page 36: Rearranging Application Tabs

    Personalizing Rearranging application tabs You can rearrange the tabs at the bottom of some apps to prioritize the types of information you frequently use. You can also add or remove tabs. 1. Open an app that has the usual tabs at the bottom of its screen. 2.
  • Page 37 Personalizing 4. Tap the lock screen style to see a preview. If you want to further customize it, tap Settings. 5. Tap Apply. The shortcuts on the lock screen are the same apps as the ones on your Home screen's launch bar. To change them, you'll have to replace the apps on the launch bar.

  • Page 38: Phone Calls

    Phone calls Phone calls Making a call with Smart dial You can either dial a number directly, or use Smart dial to quickly place a call. Smart dial searches and calls a stored/synced contact or a number from your call history. 1.

  • Page 39: Calling A Phone Number In A Text Message

    Phone calls 4. On the Speed dial screen, choose the phone number of the contact to use, and a speed dial key to assign. 5. Tap Save. You can also set a speed dial key in People. Tap a contact, press , and then select Set speed dial (or More >...

  • Page 40: What Can I Do During A Call

    § Press the Volume down or Volume up button. § Press the Power button. § Place HTC EVO V 4G face down on a level surface. If HTC EVO V 4G is already facing down, it will still ring when there are subsequent incoming calls. Look who's calling Every time you make a call or your friend gives you a ring, you get to see your friend’s...

  • Page 41: Switching Between Calls

    To decrease potential damage to your hearing, do not hold HTC EVO V 4G to your ear when the speakerphone is on. Do one of the following: § Flip HTC EVO V 4G over during a call (be sure that Flip for speaker is selected in > > Settings > Sound).

  • Page 42: Internet Calls

    4. Enter your account details. 5. Press to save your account. 6. To set HTC EVO V 4G to receive Internet calls on your added account, tap the Receive incoming calls check box. Making an Internet call Make an Internet call to either your contact's Internet calling account or phone number.

  • Page 43: Call Services

    Phone calls Checking calls in the Call History 1. On the Home screen, tap 2. Tap the Call History tab. 3. On the Call History screen, you can: § Tap a name or number in the list to call. § Press and hold a name or number in the list to display the options menu. §...

  • Page 44: Messages

    Messages Messages About the Messages app Keep in touch with important people in your life. Use the Messages app to compose and send text and multimedia messages. On the All messages screen, your sent and received messages are neatly grouped into conversations, by contact name or phone number.

  • Page 45: Sending A Multimedia Message (Mms)

    Messages Sending a multimedia message (MMS) 1. From the Home screen, tap > Messages. 2. Tap 3. Enter a contact name, mobile number, or email address in the To field. Sending the message to a group of friends? Tap , and then select the contacts to whom you want to send the message.

  • Page 46: Resuming A Draft Message

    2. Tap the message and then resume editing it. 3. Tap Send. Checking your messages Depending on your notification settings, HTC EVO V 4G plays a sound, vibrates, or displays the message briefly in the status bar when you receive a new message. A new message icon is also displayed in the status bar.

  • Page 47: Replying To A Message

    3. Tap Send. Replying to another phone number of the contact When a contact has multiple phone numbers stored on HTC EVO V 4G, you’ll see the particular phone number used below the contact's name. Keep in mind that your response will be sent to the phone number of the latest message you’ve received from this contact.

  • Page 48: Wap Push Messages

    Messages WAP push messages WAP push messages contain a web link. Often, the link will be to download a file that you have requested from a service provider. When you receive a WAP push message, a notification icon is displayed in the status bar.

  • Page 49: Backing Up Your Text Messages

    Messages Deleting several messages within a conversation 1. On the All messages screen, tap a contact (or phone number) to display the exchange of messages with that contact. 2. Press , and then tap Delete (or More > Delete). 3. Tap Delete by selection or Delete by phone number (if the contact used multiple phone numbers throughout the conversation).

  • Page 50: Setting Message Options

    Messages Setting message options Access and change the settings of the Messages app. You can enable pop-up message notifications, add a signature to your messages, edit your MMS options, and more. On the All messages screen, press and then tap Settings.

  • Page 51: Search And Web Browser

    Searching HTC EVO V 4G and the Web You can search for information on HTC EVO V 4G and on the Web by using Search. Some apps, such as People or Mail, have their own search function, which you can use to search only within those apps.

  • Page 52: Opening A New Browser Window

    Search and Web browser 3. Enter your search keywords or a webpage address. 4. On the webpage, you can: § Tap a link to open it, or press and hold a link to see more options. § Tap an email address to send a message to the email address. While browsing the Web, press to quickly show the URL box and status bar.

  • Page 53: Downloading Files And Apps

    2. Follow the website's download instructions. Before you can install the downloaded app, you need to set HTC EVO V 4G to allow installation of third-party apps. From the Home screen, press , then tap Settings >...

  • Page 54: Viewing Bookmarks And Previously Visited Pages

    Viewing bookmarks and previously visited pages You can store as many bookmarks as you want on HTC EVO V 4G. You can also access a convenient list of the sites you have visited, or quickly view the pages that you access most often.

  • Page 55: Syncing Your Bookmarks With Google Chrome

    3. Toggle between Thumbnails and List views. Syncing your bookmarks with Google Chrome Create bookmarks from your computer's Google Chrome browser and sync them on HTC EVO V 4G. For more information about Google Chrome, visit http:// support.google.com/chrome. § Using your Google Chrome desktop browser, you need to sign in to your Google Account and set up Google Chrome sync.

  • Page 56: Setting Browser Options

    Search and Web browser Setting browser options Customize the web browser to suit your browsing style. Set display, privacy, and security options when using the web browser. From the browser screen, press , and then tap Settings. Setting your homepage 1.

  • Page 57: Camera

    Shoot in 3D or 2D. You can even view your photos and videos in 3D without the glasses. HTC EVO V 4G uses the two rear cameras to take photos and videos in 3D and uses one of these cameras when capturing in 2D. To best enjoy the camera: §...

  • Page 58: Before Capturing

    Camera Before capturing Zooming Before taking a photo or video, you can first use the onscreen zoom bar to zoom in or out of your subject. Simply slide your finger on the zoom bar to zoom in or out. When you're recording video, the zoom bar is always onscreen. You can freely zoom in or out while recording.

  • Page 59: Taking A Photo

    Camera Taking a photo 1. From the Home screen, tap > Camera. 2. Point the camera and focus on your subject. If you're taking a photo of a group of people, the camera will automatically recognize faces and adjust the focus. You'll see boxes on people's faces. Make sure the Auto focus and Face detection check boxes are selected in the camera settings.

  • Page 60: Camera Scenes

    Camera Camera scenes Scenes provide an easy way to override your camera’s normal settings to suit your current lighting and environment. Use Auto and let the camera automatically determine optimal settings, or choose from a wide selection of scenes before you start taking photos.

  • Page 61: Top Questions On 3D Camera

    Camera Top questions on 3D camera How does the phone display in 3D? Your phone has an extra layer (a parallax barrier) on top of the display that simulates 3D depth. This allows your eyes to each see a different image through this layer, simulating a sense of depth.
  • Page 62 Camera What's the best distance for capturing 3D photos and videos? Ideally, the minimum distance from your subject is at least 50 cm (1.6 ft). As for the maximum distance, try not to go beyond 3.5 meters (11 ft). What capture file formats are available for 3D photos? Capture 3D photos in jps (JPEG stereo) or mpo (Multiple-picture object format) file format.

  • Page 63: Photos, Videos, And Music

    2. Tap a photo or video album. 3. Tap a photo or video to view it in full screen. § If viewing an image that you've captured using HTC EVO V 4G, tap 2D View or 3D View to switch between viewing in 2D and 3D.

  • Page 64: Watching A Video

    Photos, videos, and music Adjusting a 3D photo When you take a 3D photo, the rear camera captures a left and right image to give a three-dimensional look. In Gallery, you can adjust the two images in the photo to get the best 3D image.
  • Page 65 The 2D photo is saved as a copy. The original photo remains unedited. Trimming a video Remove unwanted scenes from a video you recorded on HTC EVO V 4G. 1. On the Gallery app’s Albums screen, tap an album. 2. Press and hold the video you want to edit, and then tap Trim.

  • Page 66: Viewing Photos In Your Social Networks

    Photos, videos, and music 3. Drag the two trim sliders to the part where you want the video to begin and end. As you drag a slider, you'll see time markers and video frames. The one in the middle is your start or end frame. 4.
  • Page 67 1. From the Home screen, tap > Gallery. 2. Tap the album that has the photos or videos you want to share. 3. Tap Share > Facebook for HTC Sense. 4. Select the photos or videos you want to share and then tap Next.
  • Page 68 Photos, videos, and music 5. Select which album to upload to and set privacy settings for the uploaded photos or videos. Tap Add tag and description to enter a caption on each photo or video or tag friends on your photos. If you're sharing several photos or videos, slide to the left to go to the next one.

  • Page 69: Music

    6. Select a privacy option for the videos or tag them for easy searching. 7. Tap Upload. Music Browsing music in the library You need to copy music files to HTC EVO V 4G first to use the Music app to play music. 1. From the Home screen, tap > Music.

  • Page 70: Listening To Music

    Photos, videos, and music Listening to music Enjoy listening to songs and music on HTC EVO V 4G using the Music app. 1. While browsing your music collection, tap a song to play it. 2. Tap the onscreen icons to control music playback, repeat songs, and more.

  • Page 71: Creating A Playlist

    Photos, videos, and music You can also pause music playback right from the Notifications panel. Creating a playlist Personalize your music experience by creating music playlists. Make a playlist containing just your favorite songs or create one to match your mood for the day. You can make as many playlists as you like.
  • Page 72 Photos, videos, and music Managing playlists After creating a playlist, you can add more songs to it, rearrange their order, and more. 1. From the Home screen, tap > Music. 2. Tap > Playlists, and then tap the playlist you want to edit. 3.
  • Page 73 3. On the Now playing screen, press and then tap Share > Share file > Bluetooth. You’ll be asked to turn on Bluetooth on HTC EVO V 4G and connect to the receiving Bluetooth device so the music can be sent.

  • Page 74: Connected Media

    5. Once connected to the other device, tap the onscreen controls to control playback, adjust the volume, and more. 6. To stop sharing media and disconnect from the other device, tap While playing media on another device, you can press and do other things on HTC EVO V 4G.

  • Page 75: Htc Services

    Creating or signing in to your HTC Watch account 1. From the Home screen, press , and then tap Settings > Account & sync. 2. Tap Add account > HTC Sense. 3. Create a new HTC Watch account, or directly sign in if you already have your account.
  • Page 76 HTC services Watching movies and TV shows Using the Watch app, you can watch the preloaded content and movies or TV shows you've downloaded from the HTC Watch store. 1. From the Home screen, tap > Watch. 2. Swipe left or right across the screen to browse through the videos, and then tap one to watch it.

  • Page 77: Managing Your Downloads

    HTC Watch account. If you own more than one HTC device that has access to HTC Watch, you can download and watch videos on up to five devices. You can check what HTC devices are linked to your HTC Watch account.
  • Page 78 Whenever a time interval (about 20 minutes) has passed, you'll be asked again to sign in to your HTC Watch account before you can continue to rent or purchase videos or access some settings. This is a safety precaution to check your identity and to ensure that you acknowledge that it is your account.

  • Page 79: Accounts And Sync

    If you have forgotten your Google Account password, you can try to recover it by going to the Google website. 1. On HTC EVO V 4G or on your computer, open your web browser 2. Go to www.google.com/accounts/recovery. 3. Enter the email address or username that you use to sign in to your Google Account.

  • Page 80: Managing Your Online Accounts

    3. Tap the item you want to sync or edit. Removing an account You can remove an account to delete all information associated with it from HTC EVO V 4G. Removing an account does not delete information from the online service itself.

  • Page 81: People

    To open People, from the Home screen, tap > People. Your contacts list The People app lists all contacts stored on HTC EVO V 4G and from the online accounts you're logged in to. You can: § View your profile and edit your contact information.

  • Page 82: Setting Up Your Profile

    ActiveSync account 1. On the People tab, enter the contact's name or email address in the search box. 2. Tap 3. Tap the name of the contact you want copied to HTC EVO V 4G. 4. Tap Save to People.

  • Page 83: Merging Contact Information

    Accepting matched contacts suggestions When HTC EVO V 4G finds contacts that can be merged, you’ll see a link icon the notifications area of the status bar. 1. Slide the Notifications panel down, and then tap Matched contacts suggestion.

  • Page 84: Contact Information And Conversations

    People Importing contacts from the storage card You can only import contacts that were exported to the storage card using the Export to SD card feature. 1. On the People tab, press 2. Tap Import/Export > Import from SD card (or More > Import/Export > Import from SD card).

  • Page 85: Sending Contact Information

    People Deleting contacts 1. On the People tab, press 2. Tap Delete. 3. Select the contacts you want to remove. 4. Tap Delete. Sending contact information 1. On the People tab, do one of the following: To send Do this Someone's contact Press and hold the name of the contact (not the icon information...

  • Page 86: Contact Groups

    Assign contacts to groups so you can easily send a message or email to a whole group. You can also sync groups on HTC EVO V 4G with the groups in your Google Account, accessible via your computer’s web browser. We’ve also added the Frequent group as a special group type that automatically stores the contacts you dial or get calls from the most.
  • Page 87 People Rearranging your contact groups 1. On the Groups tab, press 2. Tap Edit groups. 3. Press and hold at the end of the group you want to move, and then drag it to its new position. 4. Tap Save. Rearranging the members of a contact group 1.

  • Page 88: Social

    Signing in to your Facebook account from the Accounts & sync settings or the Facebook app (preinstalled or downloaded) automatically signs you in to Facebook for HTC Sense. Also, you may need to authorize Facebook for HTC Sense to connect to your Facebook account.

  • Page 89: Enjoying Facebook In Friend Stream

    Social 3. If you do not want to send the status update to all your social network accounts, tap and clear the check boxes of the social networks to exclude. 4. Tap Done. 5. Tap 6. Choose what you want to attach to your tweet or status update. 7.

  • Page 90: Using Facebook Chat

    Social Using Facebook chat 1. From the Home screen, tap > Fb Chat. 2. Do any of the following: § Tap the name of a friend to continue the conversation. § Tap the photo of a friend to view the person's Facebook profile, wall, and uploads.

  • Page 91: Email

    Sending an email message in Gmail 1. In the Gmail inbox, tap If you’ve set up multiple Google Accounts on HTC EVO V 4G, choose which account to use. 2. Fill in one or more recipients. Want to loop in more recipients in a carbon copy (Cc) or blind carbon copy (Bcc) of the email message? Press >...

  • Page 92: Mail

    Email Replying to or forwarding email messages in Gmail 1. In the Gmail inbox, tap the email message or conversation. 2. To reply to the sender, tap . Or, tap and choose whether to Reply all or Forward. 3. Do one of the following: §...

  • Page 93: Adding A Microsoft Exchange Activesync Account

    Email Adding a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync account You can sync with Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 Service Pack (SP2) or later. Add up to 15 Exchange ActiveSync accounts on HTC EVO V 4G. 1. From the Home screen, tap > Mail.
  • Page 94 Email Viewing the unified inbox of all your email accounts You can view email messages from all your accounts just in one place without having to switch to different accounts. Just tap the bar that shows the current email account, and then tap All accounts. Email messages are color coded so you can easily distinguish which email accounts they belong to.
  • Page 95 Email Sorting email messages You can sort email messages by date received, priority, subject, sender, or size. On the inbox, press , tap Sort, and select from the sorting options. To quickly scroll through the message list, press and hold two fingers on any email message, and then drag upward or downward.
  • Page 96 Email Where are my unread email messages? The Unread tab contains all your unread email messages. Add it if it does not appear on your screen. 1. Press and hold a tab. When the screen changes and shows you the area where you can rearrange icons, lift your finger.

  • Page 97: Managing Email Messages

    Email Working with Exchange ActiveSync email Flagging an email While viewing the inbox, tap the flag icon that appears beside an email message. You can also tap the flag icon while reading an email message. Setting your Out of the office status 1.

  • Page 98: Changing Email Account Settings

    Email Changing email account settings You can change your email notification settings, add an email signature, delete an account and more. 1. Switch to the email account whose settings you want to change. 2. Press , and then tap Settings.

  • Page 99: Calendar

    Never miss an important date again. Use the Calendar app to schedule your events, meetings, and appointments. You can set up HTC EVO V 4G to stay in sync with calendars such as Google Calendar, Outlook Calendar, and Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync Calendar.

  • Page 100: Calendar Views

    Calendar Calendar views Easily switch between different calendar views by tapping any of the tabs. In any Calendar view, you can return to the current date by pressing and then tapping Today. Events in Day, Week, and Agenda views are color coded to indicate which account or type of calendar they belong to.

  • Page 101: Accepting Or Declining A Meeting Invitation

    Calendar Deleting an event Do any of the following: § While viewing an event, press and then tap Delete event. § In day, agenda or week view, press and hold an event and then tap Delete. If the event repeats, you’ll be asked whether you want to delete just that occurrence or all occurrences from Calendar.

  • Page 102: Dismissing Or Snoozing Event Reminders

    In any Calendar view, tap , and then select or clear a calendar to show or hide it. Calendars are kept synchronized on HTC EVO V 4G, even if they hidden. Changing Calendar settings You can change Calendar settings to specify how it displays events and how it notifies you of upcoming events.

  • Page 103: Maps And Location

    Maps and location Location settings Turning on location services In order to find your location on HTC EVO V 4G, you need to enable location sources. 1. From the Home screen, press and then tap Settings > Location. 2. Select one or both of the following:...

  • Page 104: Google Maps

    Maps and location Revisiting a footprint 1. In Footprints, tap a category. 2. Tap the footprint you want to revisit. 3. Tap the information fields to get directions, share the footprint, call a stored phone number, and more. Editing or deleting a footprint 1.

  • Page 105: Getting Around Maps

    Maps and location § To find your location with Google Maps, you need to enable location sources. § The Google Maps app does not cover every country or city. Getting around maps When you open Google Maps, you can easily find your location on the map or check out nearby places by panning and zooming in and out on the map.

  • Page 106: Getting Directions

    Maps and location Checking the details of a location 1. Press and hold a location on the map. A balloon opens over the location, with the name of the location, a part of the address, and a thumbnail from Street View (if available).

  • Page 107: Getting Help

    Maps and location 4. Tap Get directions. The next screen displays the directions to your destination in a list. If the place you’ve set as your destination has several locations available, choose which one to go to. 5. Tap an item to view the directions on the map. 6.

  • Page 108: Google Play And Other Apps

    Google Play and other apps Getting apps from Google Play Google Play is the place to go to find new apps for HTC EVO V 4G. Choose from a wide variety of free and paid apps ranging from productivity apps, entertainment, to games.

  • Page 109: Using The Clock

    You can add more than one Clock widget to the extended Home screen. About the Clock app Get more from the Clock app than just the regular date and time. Use HTC EVO V 4G as a desk clock complete with weather information or as a world clock so you can see what time it is in cities across the globe.

  • Page 110: Checking Weather

    Google Play and other apps Setting the date and time manually 1. On the World Clock tab, press and then tap Local time settings. 2. Clear the Automatic date & time and Automatic time zone check boxes, and then set the time zone, date, and time as required. Adding a city to the World Clock screen 1.

  • Page 111: Reading News Feeds

    Google Play and other apps 3. Tap to see the current weather information such as the temperature, approximate time of sunset, and more. 4. While viewing forecasts, you can: § Swipe your finger up or down the screen to check the weather in other cities.

  • Page 112: Adding A Keyword

    Google Play and other apps 3. Select a channel to subscribe to: § Tap a category such as Blogs or Entertainment to choose from popular news feeds. § Tap Search more (or Search > Search more) to search for a specific keyword or feed URL.

  • Page 113: Watching Videos On Youtube

    Google Play and other apps Watching videos on YouTube Use the YouTube app to check out what’s popular on the online video-sharing website. 1. From the Home screen, tap > YouTube. 2. Scroll through the list of videos, and then tap a video to watch it. 3.

  • Page 114: Sharing Games And Apps

    Google Play and other apps Sharing games and apps Having fun with a game or app that you found from Google Play? Share your favorite games and apps instantly with your circle of friends. For your friends to link to the app and download it from Google Play, they must be using an Android device.

  • Page 115: Productivity

    Productivity Productivity Working on documents Use Polaris Office to easily edit Microsoft Office Word (.doc and .docx), Microsoft Office Excel (.xls and .xlsx), Microsoft Office PowerPoint (.ppt and .pptx), and plain text (.txt) files while on the go. You can also view Microsoft Office PowerPoint Shows (.pps). From the Home screen, tap >...

  • Page 116: Recording Your Voice

    2. Hold the microphone near your mouth. 3. Tap to start recording a voice clip. Voice Recorder can run in the background while you do other things on HTC EVO V 4G, except when you open other apps that also use audio functions. 4. Tap to stop recording.

  • Page 117: Creating A Task

    Productivity Creating a task list 1. In the Tasks app, press and then tap Lists. 2. Tap , and then choose an account for the list. 3. Enter a name for the list, and then tap OK. Managing task lists 1.
  • Page 118 Productivity Edit a task 1. Press and hold the task that you want to edit, and then tap Edit. 2. Edit the task details, and then tap Save. Delete a task Press and hold the task that you want to delete, and then tap Delete.

  • Page 119: Htc Sync

    You need to manually turn these types of data on or off to start or stop syncing them. Installing HTC Sync § HTC Sync requires USB 2.0 on your computer to connect and sync with HTC EVO V 4G. § For trouble-free installation, first quit all running programs and temporarily exit from your anti-virus program before you start installing HTC Sync.

  • Page 120: Setting Up Htc Sync To Recognize Htc Evo V 4G

    4. Click Save. To change the name of HTC EVO V 4G later, click Overview > Device setup. Syncing songs and playlists Bring the music tracks and songs you play on your computer to HTC EVO V 4G. If you ® ®...

  • Page 121: Syncing Photos And Videos

    3. Choose from which point you want to start syncing your calendar events. 4. Click Option to choose an account folder to sync. 5. In cases when conflicting information is found on both HTC EVO V 4G and the computer, choose which information you want to keep.

  • Page 122: Syncing Your Contacts

    2. Choose the application you want to sync your contacts with. 3. Click Option to choose an account folder to sync. 4. In cases when conflicting information is found on both HTC EVO V 4G and the computer, choose which information you want to keep.

  • Page 123: Syncing Documents And Email Attachments

    3. Browse for the application file on your computer, and then click Open. The installation process starts on HTC EVO V 4G. 4. Check the screen on HTC EVO V 4G to see if there are additional instructions to complete the installation.

  • Page 124: Syncing Another Device With Your Computer

    HTC Sync Syncing another device with your computer 1. Connect another device to your computer, then set up HTC Sync to recognize 2. Click the device you want to set up. The Device panel then opens, where you can separately customize your sync settings for this device.

  • Page 125: Keyboard

    Some keys have multiple characters or accents associated with them. Choosing multiple keyboard languages If multiple keyboard languages are available on HTC EVO V 4G, you can choose which languages to enable in the onscreen keyboard. 1. From the Home screen, press , and then tap Settings >...

  • Page 126: Entering Words With Predictive Text

    Keyboard 3. Tap International keyboard. 4. Choose the languages you want. Available languages depend on the region where you purchased HTC EVO V 4G. Changing the keyboard language 1. While the onscreen keyboard is open, tap 2. Choose the language you want to use for typing.
  • Page 127 Keyboard Adding a word to the predictive text dictionary While you're entering text using the Standard keyboard layout, any word you tap on the suggestion list is automatically added. You can also add a word to the list manually. 1. From the Home screen, press , and then tap Settings >...

  • Page 128: Entering Text By Speaking

    Entering text by speaking No time to type? Try speaking the words to enter them. Since HTC EVO V 4G uses Google’s speech-recognition service, you need to be connected to the Internet to enter text by speaking. 1. Tap an area where you want to enter text.

  • Page 129: Adjusting Input Settings

    Keyboard Adjusting input settings Open the Touch Input settings by doing one of the following: § From the Home screen, press , and then tap Settings > Language & keyboard > Touch Input. § On the onscreen keyboard, tap the language key (for example, tap if you’re currently using the English onscreen keyboard).

  • Page 130: Internet Connections

    Internet connections Internet connections Data connection When you turn on HTC EVO V 4G for the first time, it will be automatically set up to use the Virgin Mobile data network. Wi-Fi To use Wi-Fi, you need access to a wireless access point or “hotspot”.

  • Page 131: Connecting To A Virtual Private Network (Vpn)

    1. From the Home screen, press , and then tap Settings. 2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap the wireless network that HTC EVO V 4G is connected A message box is then displayed showing the Wi-Fi status, speed, signal strength, and more.

  • Page 132: Setting Up Secure Credential Storage

    Setting up secure credential storage If your network administrator tells you to download and install security certificates, you must first set up secure credential storage on HTC EVO V 4G. 1. From the Home screen, press , and then tap Settings > Security.

  • Page 133: Disconnecting From A Vpn

    Internet connections Disconnecting from a VPN 1. Press and hold the title bar, and then slide down your finger to open the Notifications panel. 2. Tap the VPN connection to return to the VPN settings screen, and then tap the VPN connection to disconnect from it.

  • Page 134: Bluetooth

    4. Press , and then tap Rename phone. 5. Enter the new name for HTC EVO V 4G in the dialog box, and then tap Rename. Connecting a Bluetooth headset or car kit You can listen to music over a Bluetooth stereo headset, or have hands-free conversations using a compatible Bluetooth headset or car kit.

  • Page 135: Disconnecting Or Unpairing From A Bluetooth Device

    Reconnecting a headset or car kit Normally, you can easily reconnect your headset by switching on Bluetooth on HTC EVO V 4G, and then turning on the headset. However, you might have to connect manually if your headset has been used with another Bluetooth device.

  • Page 136: Sending Information Using Bluetooth

    “Receive Beams” or “Receive Files”. Refer to the device’s documentation for instructions on receiving information over Bluetooth. 1. On HTC EVO V 4G, open the app that contains the information or file you want to send.

  • Page 137: Receiving Information Using Bluetooth

    2. If Bluetooth is off, tap the Bluetooth On/Off switch to turn it on. 3. Tap Bluetooth. The Bluetooth screen opens. 4. Tap the HTC EVO V 4G Bluetooth name near the top of the screen to make HTC EVO V 4G visible to nearby Bluetooth devices.
  • Page 138 Bluetooth 8. When HTC EVO V 4G receives a file transfer request notification, slide the Notifications panel down, tap the incoming file notification, and then tap Accept. 9. When a file is transferred, a notification is displayed. Slide the Notifications panel down, and then tap the relevant notification.

  • Page 139: Turning Airplane Mode On Or Off

    Turning Airplane mode on or off In many countries, you are required by law to turn off wireless devices while on board an aircraft. A way to turn off wireless functions quickly is to switch HTC EVO V 4G to Airplane mode.

  • Page 140: Changing Sound Settings

    , and then tap Settings. 2. Tap Display > G-Sensor calibration. 3. Place HTC EVO V 4G on a flat and level surface, and then tap Calibrate. 4. After the recalibration process, tap OK. Keeping the screen on while charging 1.

  • Page 141: Changing The Display Language

    Making HTC EVO V 4G ring louder in your pocket or bag To help avoid missing incoming calls when HTC EVO V 4G is in your pocket or bag, the pocket mode feature gradually increases the ring volume and vibrates when you receive a call.

  • Page 142: Managing Memory

    Settings Managing memory Checking how much phone memory is available for use 1. From the Home screen, press , and then tap Settings. 2. Tap Storage. The available phone memory is displayed in the Internal storage section. Checking the available storage card space 1.

  • Page 143: Backing Up Settings To Google

    PIN, or password. You'll be asked to unlock the screen every time HTC EVO V 4G is turned on or when it’s idle for a certain period of time.

  • Page 144: Encrypting Data On Htc Evo V 4G

    § Set a lock screen PIN or password before encrypting your data. § Fully charge the battery and keep HTC EVO V 4G connected to the power adapter during encryption. The encryption process takes about an hour.

  • Page 145: Checking Information About Htc Evo V 4G

    Encryption starts and the progress is displayed. The phone may restart a few times. When the encryption process is complete, enter your PIN or password. Checking information about HTC EVO V 4G 1. From the Home screen, press , and then tap Settings.

  • Page 146: Update And Reset

    Update and reset Updating the HTC EVO V 4G software HTC EVO V 4G can check and notify you if there’s a new software update available. You can then download and install the software update using the Wi-Fi or data connection.

  • Page 147: Restarting Htc Evo V 4G

    HTC EVO V 4G on to restart it. Resetting HTC EVO V 4G If you’re passing HTC EVO V 4G on to someone else or HTC EVO V 4G has a persistent problem that cannot be solved, you can perform a factory reset (also called a hard reset).

  • Page 148: Trademarks And Copyrights

    Trademarks and copyrights © 2012 HTC Corporation. All Rights Reserved. HTC, the HTC logo, the HTC quietly brilliant logo, HTC EVO V 4G, Friend Stream, HTC Footprints, HTC Sense, HTC Sync, and HTC Watch are trademarks or service marks of HTC Corporation.
  • Page 149 No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording or storing in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form without prior written permission of HTC.

  • Page 150: Index

    Index Index - managing events - reminders Airplane mode - settings Alarm - views Android Market Call history See Google Play Camera Apps - basics - deleting - effects 108, 123 - installing - recording a video - sharing - scenes Auto sync - settings - taking a photo...
  • Page 151 HTC Clock - setting an alarm Facebook - World Clock - checking in to a place HTC Sync Facebook chat HTC Watch Facebook for HTC Sense Factory reset Firmware Internet calling See Software update Internet connection Folder - VPN - grouping apps...
  • Page 152 Index - protecting from deletion Phone updates - viewing See Software update microSD card Photos - editing Multimedia message - sharing Music - viewing - browsing the library Playing music from the Lock screen - listening Power - playing music from Lock screen - checking battery usage - playlist - setting a song as ringtone...
  • Page 153 - removing - switching profiles - switching to speakerphone Speakerphone YouTube Speed dial - sharing videos Sync - HTC Sync - online accounts Tasks - creating a list - creating a task - filtering tasks - managing lists - to do...

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