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  • Page 1 User Manual www.htc.com...
  • Page 2 INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHT INFORMATION Copyright © 2009 HTC Corporation. All Rights Reserved. HTC, the HTC logo, HTC Innovation, ExtUSB, TouchFLO, HTC Touch, and HTC Care are trademarks and/or service marks of HTC Corporation. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Mobile, Windows XP, Windows Vista, ActiveSync,...
  • Page 3 The information is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind and is subject to change without notice. HTC also reserves the right to revise the content of this document at any time without prior notice.
  • Page 4 Without limiting the foregoing, it is further understood that HTC and its Providers are not responsible for Your use or misuse of the Weather Information, Data and/or Documentation or the results from such use. HTC and its Providers make no express or implied warranties, guarantees or affirmations that weather information will...
  • Page 5 Limitation of Damages TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL HTC OR ITS PROVIDERS BE LIABLE TO USER OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, IN CONTRACT OR TORT, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, INJURY, LOSS OF...
  • Page 6 notebook computer has an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet which is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR POWER SUPPLY UNIT • Use the correct external power source A product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the electrical ratings label.
  • Page 7 • Take extra precautions • Keep the battery or device dry and away from water or any liquid as it may cause a short circuit. • Keep metal objects away so they don’t come in contact with the battery or its connectors as it may lead to short circuit during operation.
  • Page 8 Sound Pressure Level requirement laid down in the applicable NF EN 50332- 1:2000 and/or NF EN 50332-2:2003 standards as required by French Article L. 5232-1. • Earphone, manufactured by HTC, Model HS G235. SAFETY IN AIRCRAFT Due to the possible interference caused by this product to an aircraft’s navigation system and its communications network, using this device’s phone function on...
  • Page 9 blasting operations are in progress. Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly marked. These include fueling areas, below deck on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders. ROAD SAFETY Vehicle drivers in motion are not permitted to use telephony services with handheld devices, except in the case of emergency.
  • Page 10 HEARING AIDS Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you may want to consult your service provider, or call the customer service line to discuss alternatives. NONIONIZING RADIATION Your device has an internal antenna. This product should be operated in its normal- use position to ensure the radiative performance and safety of the interference.
  • Page 11 General Precautions • Avoid applying excessive pressure to the device Do not apply excessive pressure on the screen and the device to prevent damaging them and remove the device from your pants’ pocket before sitting down. It is also recommended that you store the device in a protective case and only use the device stylus or your finger when interacting with the touch screen.
  • Page 12 • Avoid wet areas Never use the product in a wet location. • Avoid using your device after a dramatic change in temperature When you move your device between environments with very different temperature and/or humidity ranges, condensation may form on or within the device.

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Getting Started 1.1 Inside the Box ....................21 1.2 Getting to Know Your Phone ................21 Top panel ............................21 Front panel ............................22 Back panel .............................23 Left panel ............................24 Right panel ............................24 Bottom panel ..........................24 1.3 Installing the SIM Card, Battery, and Storage Card ........25 SIM card............................26 Battery ............................27 Storage card ..........................28...
  • Page 14 Checking notifications when the phone is locked ............39 Receiving a call when the phone is locked ...............40 1.12 Adjusting the Volume..................40 1.13 Using Finger Gestures ..................42 Finger scrolling ..........................42 Finger panning ..........................42 1.14 Using the Zoom Bar ..................43 1.15 Connecting Your Phone to a Computer ............
  • Page 15 Music ...............................66 Weather ............................69 Maps Search (available by country) ..................71 Settings ............................72 Programs............................74 3.2 Finger Gestures ....................75 Finger scrolling ..........................75 Finger zooming ...........................76 Finger panning ..........................76 Chapter 4 Entering Text 4.1 Selecting an Input Method ................77 4.2 Using the Full QWERTY..................79 4.3 Using the Compact QWERTY................
  • Page 16 5.5 Synchronizing via Bluetooth ................94 5.6 Synchronizing Music and Video ..............95 Chapter 6 Exchanging Messages 6.1 Messaging ......................97 6.2 Text Messages ....................99 Creating and sending a new text message ...............99 Managing text messages from a contact................99 Managing text messages in the Inbox ................
  • Page 17 Flagging your messages ....................... 122 Out-of-office auto-reply ......................123 7.3 Managing Meeting Requests ................ 123 7.4 Finding Contacts in the Company Directory ..........124 When browsing Contacts, composing e-mail, or creating a meeting request.. 124 When viewing a received Outlook e-mail message ............ 125 Chapter 8 Internet 8.1 Ways of Connecting to the Internet .............
  • Page 18 8.7 Using Your Phone as a Modem (Internet Sharing) ........149 Before you proceed ........................ 149 Setting up your device as a USB modem ................ 150 Using your device as a Bluetooth modem ..............150 Ending the Internet connection ..................151 Chapter 9 Bluetooth 9.1 Bluetooth Modes ...................
  • Page 19 Viewing photos ........................179 Playing videos ........................... 181 Closing Album .......................... 181 11.3 Using Windows Media® Player Mobile ............182 Playing media ........................... 182 Synchronizing video and audio files ................183 Creating playlists ........................185 Troubleshooting ........................186 11.4 Using Audio Booster ..................187 Chapter 12 Programs 12.1 Managing Programs ..................
  • Page 20 Display settings ........................205 Device name ..........................206 Ringer settings .......................... 207 Phone services .......................... 208 13.4 Using Connection Setup ................208 13.5 Using Comm Manager ................... 209 13.6 Using Task Manager ..................210 13.7 Protecting Your Device .................. 211 Protecting your SIM card with a PIN .................

  • Page 21: Chapter 1 Getting Started

    Chapter 1 Getting Started Inside the Box The product package includes: • HTC Touch 3G • USB sync cable • Battery • AC adapter • 3.5mm stereo headset • Quick Start Guide Getting to Know Your Phone Top panel 3.5mm Audio Jack Connect a 3.5mm wired headset for hands-free...

  • Page 22: Front Panel

    22 Getting Started Front panel Power LED Earpiece Touch Screen Zoom Bar TALK/SEND END/POWER BACK HOME START Button Function Power LED • Shows solid green light when the phone is connected to the power adapter or a computer and the battery is fully charged. •...

  • Page 23: Back Panel

    Getting Started 23 Button Function HOME Press to return to the Home tab of the Home screen. START Press to open or close the Start screen. (See “Start Screen” later in this chapter for details.) BACK Press to return to the previous screen. END/POWER •...

  • Page 24: Left Panel

    24 Getting Started Left panel Right panel VOLUME UP Press to increase the earpiece volume during a call or the speaker volume. VOLUME DOWN Press to decrease the earpiece volume during a call or the speaker volume. microSD Card Slot (See “Installing the microSD card”...

  • Page 25: Installing The Sim Card, Battery, And Storage Card

    Getting Started 25 Installing the SIM Card , Battery, and Storage Card You need to remove the back cover before you can install the SIM card, battery and storage card on your phone. Also, make sure to always turn off the power before installing or replacing the SIM card and battery.

  • Page 26: Sim Card

    26 Getting Started SIM card The SIM card contains your phone number, service details, and phonebook/ message memory. Your phone supports both 1.8V and 3V SIM cards. Note Some legacy SIM cards may not function with your phone. You should consult with your service provider for a replacement SIM card.

  • Page 27: Battery

    Getting Started 27 Battery Your phone comes with a rechargeable Lithium-ion battery and is designed to use only manufacturer-specified original batteries and accessories. Battery performance depends on many factors, including network configuration, signal strength, and usage patterns. Warning! To reduce risk of fire or burns: •...

  • Page 28: Storage Card

    28 Getting Started Storage card To have additional storage for your photos, videos, music, and files, you can purchase a microSD™ card and install it into the your phone. To install the microSD card Remove the back cover. See “To remove the back cover” for instructions.

  • Page 29: Charging The Battery

    Getting Started 29 Charging the Battery New batteries are shipped partially charged. Before you start using your phone, it is recommended that you install and charge the battery. Some batteries perform best after several full charge/discharge cycles. To charge the battery Connect the USB connector of the AC adapter to the sync connector on your phone.

  • Page 30: Starting Up

    30 Getting Started Starting Up After installing your SIM card and battery and charging the battery, you can now power on and start using your phone. Turning the power on and off To turn on the power Press the END/POWER button. When you turn on your phone for the first time, Windows Mobile starts up and prepares your phone for first time use.

  • Page 31: Auto Configuring Data Connection And Importing Sim Contacts

    Getting Started 31 Auto configuring data connection and importing SIM contacts When you turn on your phone for the first time or you change to another SIM card, the SIM Card Changed screen appears. Follow the on-screen instructions to automatically set up the data connection for your phone and/or import SIM contacts to your phone.

  • Page 32: 1.6 Home Screen

    32 Getting Started 1.6 Home Screen The main screen of your phone is the TouchFLO™ Home screen which allows finger- touch access to the most important functions such as contacts, text messages, email, Internet, and more. Signal strength Volume status Connection status Notification Battery status...

  • Page 33: 1.7 Status Icons

    Getting Started 33 1.7 Status Icons Status icons are displayed in the title bar at the top of the screen. The following are some of the status icons that you may see on your phone. New text message; Missed call SMS notification of voicemail Battery charging New email...
  • Page 34 34 Getting Started Receiving MMS Multiple notifications New incoming MMS Wired headset connected Sending MMS Bluetooth on MMS sent Bluetooth visible mode on Cannot send MMS Bluetooth stereo headset connected Connection is active Voice call in progress Connection is not active Speakerphone on Sync in progress Call on hold...

  • Page 35: Notifications

    Getting Started 35 Notifications When you tap any of the status icons in the title bar, the Notifications screen opens and displays the remaining battery status, call duration of an ongoing phone call, as well as network connection status, such as Wi-Fi (if your phone is connected to a Wi-Fi network), data connection usage (if your data connection is on), and other types of connections.

  • Page 36: Start Screen

    36 Getting Started Start Screen The Start screen gives you one-touch access to the programs and settings of your phone. To open the Start screen, tap Start at the top left corner of the screen, or press the START button ( On the Start screen: •...

  • Page 37: 1.10 Quick Menu

    Getting Started 37 1.10 Quick Menu The Quick menu, which can be opened from the top right corner of the screen, shows the currently running programs. You can quickly switch between running programs, stop programs, and see how much program memory is being used. On the Quick menu: •...

  • Page 38: Lock Screen

    38 Getting Started 1.11 Lock Screen The Lock screen is displayed whenever your phone is locked. You can lock your phone to prevent accidental button or touch screen presses when the phone is in your bag or pocket. Locking your phone Your phone automatically locks when one of the following occurs: •...

  • Page 39: Unlocking Your Phone

    Getting Started 39 Unlocking your phone When you see the Lock screen, slide the Lock button ( ) left or right to unlock your phone. Note If you have set a password for your phone, you will be prompted for the password when you unlock the phone.

  • Page 40: Receiving A Call When The Phone Is Locked

    40 Getting Started Receiving a call when the phone is locked You can receive and answer calls even when your phone is locked. For more information about answering calls, see “Answering and Ending Calls“ in Chapter 2. After you end the call, your phone remains locked and the Lock screen is displayed. You need to unlock to use your phone.
  • Page 41 Getting Started 41 To increase or decrease the volume level, drag your finger up or down the volume bars, or press the VOLUME UP/DOWN button. You can also: • Silent to mute the volume. Vibrate to switch the phone to Vibrate mode. •...

  • Page 42: Using Finger Gestures

    42 Getting Started 1.13 Using Finger Gestures You can use finger gestures to scroll and pan on the touch screen. Finger scrolling Finger scrolling can be used to scroll up and down Web pages, documents, and lists such as the contacts list, file list, message list, calendar appointments list, and more. To scroll up and down •...

  • Page 43: Using The Zoom Bar

    Getting Started 43 1.14 Using the Zoom Bar The Zoom bar located below the touch screen is a handy zoom control that is unique on your phone. When you are viewing a Web page in Internet Explorer or a photo in Album, you can zoom in by sliding your finger from left to right across the Zoom bar, or zoom out by sliding from right to left.

  • Page 44: Connecting Your Phone To A Computer

    44 Getting Started 1.15 Connecting Your Phone to a Computer Whenever you connect your phone to the computer with the USB cable, the Connect to PC screen displays and prompts you to choose the type of USB connection: ActiveSync Select this mode when you need to do the following: •...
  • Page 45 Getting Started 45 Device Companion The user manual PDF file and additional applications for your phone, if available, are stored on the phone memory. When you select the Device Companion option, a file list window automatically opens on your computer screen and gives you access to the files.
  • Page 46 46 Getting Started...

  • Page 47: Chapter 2 Phone Calls

    Chapter 2 Phone Calls 1.1 Making Calls To make a call, you can either dial a number or select a contact you want to call. While viewing a message that you received, you can also directly call the sender of the message.
  • Page 48 48 Chapter 2 Phone Calls to close the keypad and to see if there are more matching numbers or contacts found. To browse through the filtered list, flick through the list or slide your finger up or down the list slowly. To call a number or contact, do one of the following: •...

  • Page 49: Making Calls From Received Messages And Calendar Reminders

    Making Calls 49 Making calls from received messages and calendar reminders While you are viewing a text or email message, you can directly call the sender of the message if the sender is a stored contact on your phone. You can also call a phone number that is contained in the body of the message.

  • Page 50: Answering And Ending Calls

    50 Chapter 2 Phone Calls Answering and Ending Calls When you receive a phone call, the Incoming Voice Call screen will appear, allowing you to either answer or ignore the call. Accepting or rejecting an incoming call To answer a call Press the TALK/SEND button, or fully slide the center button of the Answer/Ignore bar to the left.

  • Page 51: During A Call

    Answering and Ending Calls 51 During a call When a call is in progress, a shade covers the Phone’s on-screen buttons to prevent accidental taps. Only the Keypad and End Call buttons are active. To access the on-screen buttons, slide your finger down, starting from the top of the shade.
  • Page 52 52 Chapter 2 Phone Calls To start a three-way call While you are in the middle of a call, you can dial a second call or accept another incoming call. You can easily swap between the two parties and even set up a three-way call.

  • Page 53: Check Missed Calls

    Answering and Ending Calls 53 incoming call when you already have one in progress. To dial a second number, tap on the screen. To end a call When a call is in progress, tap End Call or press the END button to hang up. To add a new phone number to Contacts after a call If the phone number of the person who called is not in Contacts, you can choose to save the number after you hang up.

  • Page 54: Call History

    54 Chapter 2 Phone Calls Call History Use Call History to check for missed calls, dialed numbers, and calls received. To open the Call History screen, tap Menu > Call History on the Phone screen. If you have a long list of calls in the Call History, tap one of the buttons at the bottom of the screen to filter the list according to the type of call.

  • Page 55: Turning The Phone Connection On And Off

    Turning the Phone Connection On and Off 55 In Location, select an available key to use as the speed dial key. Tap OK. Tips • To create a Speed Dial entry from Contacts or SIM card contacts, tap the contact, select the number you want to add to Speed Dial, then tap Menu >...
  • Page 56 56 Chapter 2 Phone Calls...

  • Page 57: Chapter 3 Touchflo

    Chapter 3 TouchFLO™ Using the TouchFLO Home Screen The TouchFLO Home screen have the following tabs: Home People Music Maps Search Messages Settings (available by country) Mail Photos Programs Internet and Videos Weather...
  • Page 58 58 TouchFLO™ To switch between the tabs of the Home screen Do one of the following: • Touch or tap the desired tab on the Home screen. • Press Navigation Right or Left to move to the next or previous tab. •...

  • Page 59: Home

    TouchFLO™ 59 Home The Home tab displays the current date, an analog and digital clock, and a yellow alarm hand that indicates whether the alarm is on or off. Missed calls and your upcoming calendar appointment are also shown on the Home tab. To select an item on the Home tab •...

  • Page 60: People

    60 TouchFLO™ People On the People tab, you can add favorite contacts who you most frequently communicate with. This allows you to quickly make calls, send text messages, and send e-mails to your favorite contacts. You can add up to 12 favorite contacts on the People tab. To add a favorite contact On the Home screen, slide your finger to the People tab.
  • Page 61 TouchFLO™ 61 The following icons will appear below the pictures to indicate the type of contact information that is associated to each favorite contact: Mobile phone Home phone Work phone E-mail SMS text messaging To choose from your favorite contacts •...

  • Page 62: Messages

    62 TouchFLO™ Messages On the Messages tab, you can read SMS text messages as they arrive and create a new SMS text message. You can also view the text of received MMS messages on this tab. When there are new incoming SMS/MMS messages, the icon on the Messages tab will show the number of new messages.

  • Page 63: Mail

    TouchFLO™ 63 Mail The Mail tab is where you send and receive e-mail messages. Including Outlook E-mail, you can add up to seven POP3/IMAP4 and web-based e-mail accounts in this tab. To add an e-mail account On the Home screen, slide your finger to the Mail tab. If this is your first time to add an e-mail account, touch New Account at the bottom-left side of the screen.

  • Page 64: Internet

    64 TouchFLO™ Tips • On the Mail tab, touch Inbox at the lower-left side of the screen to access all e-mail messages of the currently selected account. • To manually download e-mail messages for the currently selected account, touch Menu > Send/Receive. For more information about working with e-mail messages, see Chapter 6 and 7.

  • Page 65: Photos And Videos

    TouchFLO™ 65 Photos and Videos The Photos and Videos tab lets you visually flip through your photos and video clips and view them in full screen. From this tab, you can also activate the Camera so you can take pictures and record video clips. The Photos and Videos tab displays pictures and video files from the current favorite album.

  • Page 66: Music

    66 TouchFLO™ Tips • For more information about viewing in full screen, see “View an image” and “Play back video” in Chapter 11. The file formats that can be viewed on the Photos and Videos tab are the same as the Album program. •...
  • Page 67 TouchFLO™ 67 Touch here to go to the previous Swipe upward/ album or the previous music in the downward on the current album. screen or press Navigation Up/Down Touch here to play or pause. You to flip through can also press the ENTER button to albums and the music play or pause.
  • Page 68 68 TouchFLO™ screen. The song that you have selected, along with the other songs that are under the All Songs category, will appear in the Music tab. For more information about selecting other categories in the Library, creating playlists, and using the Audio Manager, see Chapter 11.

  • Page 69: Weather

    TouchFLO™ 69 Weather The Weather tab shows you the current weather as well as weather information for the next four days of the week. To add a city The Weather tab can display weather information of your local city and other added cities.
  • Page 70 70 TouchFLO™ To customize weather settings On the Weather tab, touch Menu > Settings. You can choose from the following options: Download weather data automatically • . When this option is selected, weather information is automatically downloaded from the AccuWeather web site whenever you select the Weather tab, if the data has not been updated within the last three hours.

  • Page 71: Maps Search (Available By Country)

    TouchFLO™ 71 Maps Search (available by country) The Maps Search tab uses Google Maps to search for locations and display maps. On this tab, you can type in and search for a street address or places of interest such as restaurants, hotels, and more, near your current location. To search for a location Enter the street address or a place of interest (such...

  • Page 72: Settings

    72 TouchFLO™ Settings The Settings tab allows you to synchronize information with your computer or the Exchange Server, select a phone profile and other sound settings, and choose a different wallpaper for the Home tab. You can also easily turn on and off the communications features of your device such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and more.
  • Page 73 TouchFLO™ 73 To set sounds or notifications for events To personalize your device with unique sounds or notifications for different events such as missed calls, new SMS, and more, touch Sounds on the Settings tab and then touch Advanced. For more information about setting sounds and notifications, see “To choose how to be notified about events or actions”...

  • Page 74: Programs

    74 TouchFLO™ Programs The Programs tab allows you to add your favorite programs for one-touch access. Touch a program icon to open the corresponding program. Touch an empty slot to add a favorite program. Touch All Programs Touch Remove to choose which to access all the program to remove from the programs of your...

  • Page 75: 3.2 Finger Gestures

    TouchFLO™ 75 3.2 Finger Gestures You can use finger gestures to scroll, zoom and pan on the touch screen. Finger scrolling Finger scrolling can be used to scroll up and down web pages, documents, and lists such as the contacts list, file list, message list, calendar appointments list, and more. When finger scrolling, swipe or flick your finger on...

  • Page 76: Finger Zooming

    76 TouchFLO™ Finger zooming The type of finger gesture to use when zooming varies in different programs. • To zoom in on a web page in Opera Mobile, tap your finger twice on the screen. See “Using Opera Mobile” in Chapter 8 for details. •...

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