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. 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, Stock Data, Data and/or Documentation or the results from such use. HTC and its Providers make no express or implied warranties, guarantees - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 5
WEATHER INFORMATION, STOCK DATA, DATA OR DOCUMENTATION. Limitation of Damages TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL HTC OR ITS PROVIDERS OF OBLIGATIONS, OR USE OF THE WEATHER INFORMATION, STOCK DATA, DATA OR DOCUMENTATION HEREUNDER REGARDLESS OF THE FORESEEABILITY - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 6
Health Information and Safety Precautions When using this product, the safety precautions below must be taken to avoid possible legal liabilities and damages. Retain and follow all product safety and operating instructions. Observe all warnings in the operating instructions on the product. To reduce - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 7
contacts, expose to temperature above 60˚C (140˚F), or dispose of in fire or water. Replace only with specified batteries. Recycle or dispose of used batteries according to the local regulations or reference guide supplied with your product. • Take extra precautions • Keep the battery or device dry - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 8
compliance program. • Do not use a battery that appears damaged, deformed, or discolored, or the one that has any rust on its casing, overheats, or emits a foul Std1725-2006. Use of an unqualified battery or charger may present a risk of fire, explosion, leakage or other hazard. • Replace the battery - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 9
the battery, or pose a risk to the vehicle. PREVENTION OF HEARING LOSS CAUTION: Permanent hearing loss may occur if earphones or headphones are used at high volume for prolonged periods of time. SAFETY IN AIRCRAFT Due to the possible interference caused by this product to an aircraft's navigation - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 10
are not permitted to use telephony services with handheld devices, except in the case of emergency. In some countries, using hands-free devices as Use only original manufacturer-approved accessories, or accessories that do not contain any metal. • Use of non-original manufacturer-approved accessories - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 11
such interference, you may want to consult your service provider, or call the customer service line to discuss alternatives. NONIONIZING RADIATION Your part of the human body be allowed to come too close to the antenna during operation of the equipment. Use only the supplied integral antenna. Use - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 12
standards, always use your device only in its normal-use position. Contact when the phone is IN USE optimizes the antenna performance and the device in a protective case and only use the device stylus or your Device getting warm after prolonged use When using your device for prolonged periods of - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 13
service technician or provider. • Damage requiring service Unplug the product from the electrical outlet and refer servicing to an authorized service operate normally when you follow the operating instructions. • Avoid hot areas The product Never use the product in a wet location. • Avoid using your - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 14
, tripod, or bracket. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. • Avoid unstable mounting Do not place the product on an unstable base. • Use product with approved equipment This product should be - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 15
15 Contents Chapter 1 Phone Basics 27 1.1 Your Phone and Accessories 27 Front panel...27 Top panel...29 Back panel...29 Left panel...29 Bottom panel...30 What's inside the box 30 off your phone 36 Setting up your phone for the first time 36 Turning off the screen when not in use 37 - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 16
panel 46 Notification LED...47 1.8 Applications...47 Recently-used applications 48 1.9 Settings...48 1.10 Adjusting the Volume 54 Chapter 2 Using Phone Features 56 2.1 Making Calls...56 Calling using the phone dialer screen 56 Smart Dial...57 Calling using Voice Dialer 58 Calling - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 17
61 Setting up a conference call 62 Muting the microphone during a call 63 Turning the speakerphone on or off 63 Ending a call ...63 2.4 Using Call History...64 Using the Call History tab 64 Adding a new phone number to Contacts 65 Checking a missed call 65 Clearing the Call History list 65 - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 18
Facebook and Flickr in People 78 Changing Facebook and Flickr update settings 80 Updating your Facebook status 80 3.5 Using the Contact Details Screen 80 Chapter 4 Entering Text 82 4.1 Using the Onscreen Keyboard 82 Using the landscape onscreen keyboard 82 QWERTY...83 Compact QWERTY - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 19
112 Preparing your phone for VPN connection 112 Setting up secure credential storage 112 Adding a VPN connection 113 Connecting to a VPN 113 6.5 Using Your Phone's Web Browser 114 Opening the Internet application 114 Going to a web page 114 Setting your home page 114 Changing the - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 20
bookmarks 121 Setting Internet options 122 6.6 Using your phone as a modem (tethering 122 6.7 Using Bluetooth...122 Turning on Bluetooth and 133 Taking pictures...134 Shooting videos...134 Review screen...135 Camera menu panel 136 7.2 Using Photos...139 Opening Photos...139 Working - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 21
...147 Opening Music...147 Playing music...147 Library...149 Creating playlists 149 Managing your playlists 150 Setting a song as ringtone 151 Sending music using Bluetooth 152 Chapter 8 Google Apps 153 8.1 Signing In to Your Google Account 153 Setting up multiple Google Accounts 153 - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 22
privacy settings 178 8.6 Using YouTube...179 Watching videos...180 Searching for videos 180 Sharing videos...181 Capturing a video and sharing it on YouTube 181 8.7 Using Android Market 182 Opening Android Market 182 Getting help...182 Finding and installing apps from Android Market 182 - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 23
Using Alarms...201 9.3 Using HTC Sync...203 Installing HTC Sync on your PC 204 Setting up HTC Sync to recognize your phone 204 Setting up synchronization 205 Setting up more sync options 206 Synchronizing your phone 207 Downloading the latest HTC Sync upgrade 208 Installing Android - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 24
Viewing documents, presentations and spreadsheets 217 9.8 Using Stocks...219 Opening Stocks...219 Adding a stock quote or stock market index 220 Changing the list order 220 Deleting an item 220 Setting stock information update frequency 220 9.9 Using Weather...221 Opening Weather 221 Adding - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 25
the notification sound 227 10.3 Phone Services...227 Accessing and changing the phone services settings 227 Enabling data roaming 227 10 network account 229 Changing general sync settings 229 Changing account settings 230 Synchronizing an account manually 230 10.6 Protecting Your - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 26
much phone memory is available for use 232 Checking the available storage card space 232 Clearing application cache and data 232 Uninstalling third-party applications 232 Freeing up more phone memory or storage card space 233 10.8 Resetting the Phone 233 Appendix 234 A.1 Specifications - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 27
Chapter 1 Phone Basics 1.1 Your Phone and Accessories Front panel Notification LED See "Notification LED" in this chapter for details. Touch Screen Earpiece Listen to a phone call from here. TRACKBALL MENU CALL HOME SEARCH END/POWER BACK - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 28
return to the Home screen. • Press and hold to open the recently-used applications window. Press to open a list of actions that you can do on keyboard. • Press to open the Quick Search Box. • Press and hold to do a search using voice. • To end a call, press to hang up. • In standby mode, press to - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 29
included in the box) for hands-free conversation or for listening to audio media. Phone Basics 29 Back panel Left panel 5 Megapixel Camera See "Using Camera and Camcorder " in Chapter 7 for details. Speaker Back Cover See "To remove the back cover" in this chapter. VOLUME UP Press to increase - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 30
for hands-free conversation or for listening to music (not included in box). What's inside the box The product package includes the following items and accessories: • Phone • Battery • USB cable • microSD™ card • AC adapter • Quick start - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 31
before installing or replacing the battery use only manufacturer-specified original batteries and accessories use, items attached to connecting ports, and your voice, data, and other program usage patterns. Warning! To reduce risk of fire or burns: • Do not attempt to open, disassemble, or service - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 32
or dispose of in fire or water. • Do not expose to temperatures above 140oF (60oC). • Replace only with the battery pack designated for this product. • Recycle or dispose of used battery as stipulated by local regulations. To install the battery 1. Align the battery's exposed copper contacts with - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 33
card while the phone is on" later in this chapter. 1.3 Charging the Battery New batteries are not charged when shipped. Before you start using your phone, you need to install and charge the battery. Some batteries perform best after several full charge/discharge cycles. To charge the battery - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 34
Phone There are different ways to navigate around the Home screen, menus and application screens on your phone. Tap When you want to type using the onscreen keyboard, select items onscreen such as application and settings icons, or press onscreen buttons, simply tap them with your finger. Press and - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 35
some pressure before you start to drag. While dragging, do not release your finger until you have reached the target position. Flick Flicking the Pinch For some applications, like Photos or Internet, you can "pinch" the screen using 2 fingers (for example, thumb and index fingers) to zoom in or zoom - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 36
your phone and start using it. Turning on your off your phone 1. With the display on and unlocked, press and hold END/POWER ( ) for use the onscreen keyboard and you will be asked to allow or refuse the Google location service to allow Google's location service to collect location data, and then - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 37
Basics 37 current location. Also, Google's location service connects to the Internet using your phone's data or Wi-Fi connection. 3. Tap Finish to finish the setup process and return to the Home screen. Turning off the screen when not in use To save battery power, the phone automatically turns - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 38
, you will be prompted to draw the pattern on the screen before it unlocks. For more information on how to create and enable the screen unlock pattern, see "Protecting Your Phone" in Chapter 10. 1.6 Home Screen The Home screen lets you add the items you want and need up front. Add - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 39
Phone Basics 39 Extended Home screen The Home screen extends beyond the screen width to provide more space for adding icons, widgets, and more. Press HOME ( ), and then slide your finger horizontally across the screen to go to the left or right side of the extended Home screen. There are 6 " - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 40
By switching between scenes, you instantly turn your phone into your perfect weekend phone, travel phone, work phone, or pure play phone. Using a preset scene Your phone features preset scenes, each preconfigured with a different wallpaper and collection of widgets that reflect different moments in - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 41
the same scene name, tap Done, and then tap Replace. Adding Home screen items 1. Press HOME ( ), and on an empty area on the Home screen, and then release it. • Shortcut. Add a shortcut to a setting or add information folders that show up-to-date information such as Bluetooth received files, your - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 42
HOME ( ), and then tap . 2. In the Add to Home options menu, tap Widget. 3. Select a widget to add to the Home screen. Tip Tap Get more HTC widgets to download and add more to the list. Select a widget, and then tap Download. When download is complete, "Installed" appears on the right side - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 43
position on the screen, then release it. Note To move an item using the camera or copied to your phone as a wallpaper. You can crop the picture before setting it as a wallpaper. See "Cropping photos" in Chapter 7 to learn how to crop the picture. • Tap Android wallpapers or HTC wallpapers to use - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 44
status area of the status bar: Icons that appear in this area EVDO available Signal strength 1xRTT available Roaming EVDO in use No signal 1xRTT in use Phone speaker is mute Connected to a Wi-Fi network Phone microphone is mute Bluetooth is on Connected to a Bluetooth device Airplane - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 45
message Call in progress (Voice privacy unlocked/locked) New SMS/MMS Missed call Problem with SMS/MMS delivery New instant Fi is on and wireless networks are available Data synchronizing or connected to HTC Sync New tweet Content downloaded Phone connected to computer via USB cable. Storage card - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 46
is on or the current call status. You can open the Notifications panel to open the message, reminder, or event notification and see the wireless service provider name. To open the Notifications panel When a new notification icon displays in the status bar, press and hold the status bar, then slide - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 47
applications on your phone. All applications that you downloaded and installed from Android Market or from the web are also added to the All programs screen. Important Some applications that are mentioned in the User Manual may not be available on your phone by default. The applications - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 48
tone to use for incoming calls. Configure your phone's wireless connections, such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, enable the Airplane mode, or set the options for mobile networks, roaming, Virtual Private Networks, and more. Set up call services, such as voice mail, Plus code dialing, TTY support, Voice - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 49
Select whether to allow or block Google from using your location when suggesting results and for other Google services. Set the default USB connection type when you memory. See Chapter 10 for details. Set the date and time, time zone, and date or time format. Set the operating system language and - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 50
If you have installed a text-to-speech (voice data) application, use this option to configure the text-tospeech settings. View the phone level, and network name. You can also view the legal information and software version of your phone. 1.10 Adjusting the Volume Adjusting the Ringer volume - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 51
Phone Basics 51 You can also adjust the ringer volume on the Settings screen. Press HOME ( ) > MENU, and then tap Settings > Sound & display > Ringer volume. To adjust the media volume When playing music or watching video, press the VOLUME UP or VOLUME DOWN buttons to adjust the media volume. The - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 52
if you only want to charge the phone's battery using your computer. • HTC Sync When selected, the phone automatically uses HTC Sync when connected to your computer and lets you synchronize Outlook with your computer. For more information, see "Using Your Phone as a Modem (tethering)" in Chapter 6. - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 53
the storage card when it is connected to a computer. You will not be able to use some of the phone's applications, such as Camera or Music. 3. On your computer, your Unmount SD card. 4. Remove the storage card by following the instructions in "To remove the storage card" earlier in this chapter. - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 54
( ) when you are done. 3. Tap Searchable items, and then select the items you want included when doing a search. To search the Web and your phone using the Quick Search Box 1. Press HOME ( ) > SEARCH ( ). Tip You can also press SEARCH ( ) while you are in an application such as Mail. This toggles - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 55
not in the list, tap to search the Web. The web browser opens, displaying results of a Google search on the Web. To search the Web using voice 1. Press HOME ( ). 2. Press and hold SEARCH ( ) until you see the Speak now dialog box. 3. Hold the phone close to your mouth and say your - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 56
Phone Features 2.1 Making Calls There are several convenient methods to make a call from your phone. Calling using the phone dialer screen You can either dial a number directly, or you can use the Smart Dial feature to search and call a contact in People or a number from or Call History. 1. To - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 57
Using Phone Features 57 4. To call a number or contact, do one of the following: • Tap the desired phone number or contact from the list. • To call a - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 58
Phone Features Calling using Voice Dialer 1. Do one of the following: • Press and hold the CALL ( ) button. • Press HOME ( ), and then tap > Voice Dialer. 2. When the Voice Dialer message - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 59
Using Phone Features 59 Calling a speed dial number To call a stored speed dial number, press and hold a number button. For information on setting up speed dial - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 60
60 Using Phone Features Answering an incoming call Depending if the display is on or off, you need to: • If the display is on, tap Answer or - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 61
. You can change the default text message by pressing MENU, and then tapping Phone settings > Edit default message while on the phone dialer screen. 2.3 Using In-call Options When a call is in progress, press MENU to open the call options. Tap the available buttons on the call options menu to - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 62
62 Using Phone Features 1. Press the CALL ( ) button to accept the second call and put the first call on hold. 2. To switch between callers, tap the person - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 63
Note Using Phone Features 63 Not all mobile phone networks support conference calling. Contact your mobile operator for details. Muting the microphone during a call Tap Mute/Unmute ( ) to toggle between turning the microphone on or off. - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 64
Call History tab of the People screen to check who the caller was or view all your dialed numbers and received calls. Using the Call History tab 1. Press CALL ( ), and then tap . 2. Do one of the following: • Tap the name or number in the list to call. • Press - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 65
Using Phone Features 65 Adding a new phone number to Contacts If the phone number of a person who called is not in your contacts list, you can - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 66
Phone settings Voice Privacy Description Shows the current voicemail service being used. Specify a new voice mail number. If you have a notification of a new voicemail, you can clear the notification with this option. Enable TTY (Teletypewriter) support - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 67
Using Phone Features 67 2.6 Turning the Phone Function On and Off In many countries, you are required by law to turn off the phone while on - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 68
For details, see Chapter 5. • Contacts on your computer. When you install HTC Sync on your computer, you can synchronize your Outlook and Windows Address Book (Outlook Express) contacts. For details, see "Using HTC Sync" in Chapter 9. • Facebook. For details, see "Synchronizing with Online Accounts - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 69
Gives you access to all contacts on your phone, including Gmail contacts, Exchange ActiveSync contacts, and Phone contacts. You can also use this tab to open or update My contact card. For more information, see "Setting up My Contact Card" in this chapter. Lets you assign contacts to groups - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 70
to your Facebook account, instead of Me, you will see the name you use in Facebook. 2. Enter your name and contact details. 3. Tap Add type, for example Google or Exchange. This determines which account the contact will sync with. For more information, see "Ways of getting contacts into your phone" - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 71
can only import contacts that were exported to the storage card using the Export to SD card feature on your phone. See "To Google, and Facebook accounts, you can merge the contact information into one contact. To manually merge contact information 1. On the All tab, tap the name of the contact (not - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 72
72 Using People To break the contact information link between contacts 1. On the All Phone contacts. Notification indicator* Tap a contact photo or icon to open Quick contact. Tap to edit or update My Contact Card Tap a contact name to view his or her contact card. The Facebook status appears when - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 73
73 • Has updated his or her Facebook profile or has added photos on Flickr or Facebook. • Has upcoming Facebook events. To view only contacts of a particular type, for example Gmail and Facebook contacts, press MENU, tap View, and then select an contact account type to display. To use Quick contact - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 74
Send. For details, see "Creating and sending SMS and MMS messages" in Chapter 5. • If you have selected Bluetooth, see "Sending and receiving information using Bluetooth" in Chapter 6 for details. Sending your contact information as a vCard via MMS 1. On the All tab, tap [Your name] My contact card - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 75
send an SMS, MMS, or email message to a whole group. You can also sync groups on your phone with the groups in your Google account, accessible via your PC's , and then tap Save. Tip If your contacts list is long, you can use the search bar to search for contacts quickly, or tap to hide the onscreen - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 76
76 Using People To add or remove contacts from a group 1. On the Groups tab, press and • Tap Send group message to send an SMS/MMS message to the group. Note You will be charged by your service provider for each message sent. For example, if you send a message to a group of five people, you will be - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 77
People Widget Put the group of people you contact most right on the Home screen of your phone by adding them as the People widget. Using the People widget, you can instantly place a call, send a message, or view details of a favorite contact with a single tap. Contacts added to the People widget - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 78
78 Using People 3.4 Using Facebook and Flickr in People If your contacts have Facebook accounts, you can view their current status and upcoming events, and be notified when they change their profile information. You can also update your own Facebook status. In addition, if your contacts have - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 79
tab of the Contact Details screen for each contact, the contact's Facebook status, profile updates, and upcoming events are displayed. Notifications of new photo uploads to Flickr are also displayed to view the photos in the Photos application. For more details, see Chapter 7. Using People 79 - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 80
and events tab, press MENU, and then tap Settings. Updating your Facebook status On the All tab of the People screen, tap [Name] My contact card, and then tap Facebook. Enter your status, and then tap Share. 3.5 Using the Contact Details Screen When you tap a contact on the People screen, the - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 81
Tab Messages Mail Updates and events Photos Call history Using People 81 Functions Shows your exchanged SMS tap New mail. For more information about email, see Chapter 5. Shows the contact's Facebook status, updates, and events, and shows when he or she uploads new photos to Flickr. When there is - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 82
sideways, to use a larger keyboard that lets you type easily using two thumbs. Notes • The Orientation check box in HOME ( ) > MENU > Settings > Sound & display needs to be selected for the screen orientation to automatically change. • The landscape orientation keyboard is not supported in all - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 83
Entering Text 83 QWERTY QWERTY is a keyboard layout similar to a desktop computer keyboard. To switch to QWERTY, start a program that accepts text input, and then tap > Keyboard types > QWERTY. 8 1 2 7 3 6 4 5 1 Tap to enter letters or symbols. Press and hold to enter accented letters, - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 84
types > Compact QWERTY. 9 1 2 3 8 4 7 5 6 1 Tap to enter letters or symbols. Press and hold to enter accented letters, numbers, or symbols. 2 Tap to toggle between using Multitap or XT9 mode. 3 Tap to enter an uppercase letter. Tap twice to turn on Caps Lock. 4 Tap to hide the keyboard. - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 85
Entering Text 85 5 Tap to open a menu where you can change the keyboard layout and open the Touch Input Settings. See "Adjusting Touch Input Settings" for details. 6 Tap to switch to the numeric and symbol keyboard. 7 Tap to create a new line. 8 Tap to delete the previous character. 9 Displays the - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 86
86 Entering Text 1 Tap to enter letters or symbols. Press and hold to enter accented letters, numbers, or symbols. 2 Tap to toggle between using Multitap or XT9 mode. 3 Tap to enter an uppercase letter. Tap twice to turn on Caps Lock. 4 Tap to hide the keyboard. 5 Tap to open a - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 87
Entering Text 87 To manually add a word to the predictive text dictionary 1. On the onscreen keyboard keyboard > Touch Input. Touch Input settings • Keyboard types Tap to select the keyboard layout to use. You can choose from QWERTY, Phone Keypad, or Compact QWERTY. • Keyboard language Tap to select - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 88
from a list of possible words that reflect the characters of the keys you have tapped as well as characters of nearby keys. • Word completion When using the Compact QWERTY or Phone keypad, lets you select from a list of possible combinations based on the characters that appear on the keys that you - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 89
to re-calibrate the keyboard touch accuracy. Re-calibrate the keyboard if you feel that the keyboard keys are not responding accurately to your taps. • Reset calibration Tap to reset the calibration back to factory default. - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 90
Chapter 5 Exchanging Messages 5.1 Sending Text and Multimedia Messages Messages lets you compose and send text (SMS) and multimedia messages (MMS) to other mobile phones. Opening Messages Press HOME ( ), and then tap Messages. Indicates new messages in the thread. Tap to create a new text or - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 91
Exchanging Messages 91 Creating and sending SMS and MMS messages Send short text messages (SMS) to other mobile phones. If you exceed the limit on the number of characters for a single text message, your text message will be delivered as one but will be billed as more than one message. Multimedia - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 92
92 Exchanging Messages As you enter information, any matching phone numbers from your contacts list are displayed. Tap a match to enter that number directly. Note The phone number only appears if the number was filed under Mobile in Contacts. • Tap the People icon ( ), and then select the phone - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 93
Exchanging Messages 93 To create and send a multimedia (MMS) message 1. On the All messages screen, tap Compose message. 2. In the To field, do any of the following: • Enter phone numbers or email address. If you're sending the message to several recipients, separate the phone numbers or email - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 94
94 Exchanging Messages • Audio. Opens the Select music track screen. Tap an audio file to select, and then tap OK to attach the file into your message. The music file plays back when you tap it. • Location. Lets you attach a Footprint or location on a map. See Chapter 9 for details about Footprints - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 95
Exchanging Messages 95 Tips • When editing multiple slides, tap to edit the next slide or tap to return to the previous slide. • While editing the slideshow, press MENU to let you preview the slideshow, add music or video to a slide, remove a slide, and more. 6. When you are finished composing - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 96
the options menu, and then tap View message details. • If a message contains a link to a web page, tap the link to let you open the link using the Internet application or add the URL as a bookmark. • If a message contains a phone number, tap the message to open the phone dialer screen so you - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 97
information" in Chapter 3. • If the attachment is a vCalendar file, you can choose the calendar where you want to save the event. For information on using Calendar, see "Sending a vCalendar" in Chapter 9. 3. To save the attachment to the storage card, press and hold the sender's name or number, and - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 98
98 Exchanging Messages To protect a message from deletion You can lock a message so that it will not be deleted even if you delete the other messages in the conversation. 1. On the All messages screen, tap the message thread that contains the message you want to lock. 2. Press and hold the message, - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 99
Exchanging Messages 99 To open the link contained in a WAP push message 1. Press and hold the status bar, and then slide the status bar down to open the Notifications panel. 2. Tap the new message, and then tap Visit website. To view all your WAP push messages On the All messages screen, press MENU - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 100
100 Exchanging Messages Connection settings Set MMS connection settings. Received messages Received notification Select this option if you want to receive a notification in the status bar when a new text or multimedia message arrives. Play notification If you want the phone to ring when a new - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 101
from your webmail or other accounts, using POP3 or IMAP. It also lets phone. Requirement You can sync with a Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 Service Pack 2 (SP2) support auto-detect for the phone to automatically set up the Exchange ActiveSync account. If your corporate Exchange Server does not support - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 102
102 Exchanging Messages will need to enter your Exchange Server settings after you tap Next. Ask your Exchange Server administrator for details. 4. Select the type of information you want to synchronize, and then tap Finish setup. Creating another email account Do one of the following: • If you - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 103
to read it. • VIP group tab ( ) This tab contains all your received email messages from contacts that you have grouped as VIP. You can also use this tab to add contacts to your VIP group. • Unread tab ( ) The Unread tab displays all unread email messages so you can quickly check new - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 104
104 Exchanging Messages • Attachments tab ( ) Displays all emails that have attachments. • Meeting invitations tab ( ) *For Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync email only. All received meeting invitations show on this tab. Tap a meeting invitation to view the meeting or event details and accept or - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 105
Exchanging Messages 105 account on your phone. When you have selected all the message recipients, tap Done. Tip If you want to send a carbon copy (Cc) or a blind carbon copy (Bcc) of the email to other recipients, press MENU, and then tap Show Cc/Bcc. 4. Enter the subject, and then compose your - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 106
106 Exchanging Messages Sending a meeting request using the Exchange ActiveSync account 1. Press HOME ( ), and then tap Mail. 2. Switch to the Exchange ActiveSync account. 3. Press MENU and then tap More > New meeting invitation. 4. - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 107
tap Save. To sort messages 1. On the email account Inbox, press MENU, and then tap Sort. 2. Select from the options to sort email messages by date received, priority, subject, or size. To delete a message 1. On the email account Inbox, press and hold the email you want to delete. 2. On the options - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 108
108 Exchanging Messages Editing email account settings Switch to the email account you want to edit. Press MENU, and then tap More > Settings. Account settings Change the email account settings such as the name, email address, password, and description. General settings Set the font size when - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 109
is ready to connect to the Internet. 6.3 Wi-Fi Wi-Fi provides wireless Internet access over distances of up to 300 feet (100 meters). To use Wi-Fi on your phone, you need access to a wireless access point or "hotspot". Note The availability and range of the Wi-Fi signal depends - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 110
next time your phone connects to a previously accessed secured wireless network, you will not be prompted to enter the WEP key again, unless you reset your phone to its factory default settings. • Wi-Fi networks are self-discoverable, which means no additional steps are required for your phone to - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 111
settings. Detected Wi-Fi networks are displayed in the Wi-Fi networks section. Tip To manually scan for available Wi-Fi networks, on the Wi-Fi settings screen, press MENU and . 1. Save the certificate file to the root folder of the storage card. 2. Press HOME ( ) > MENU, and then tap Settings - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 112
can initiate a VPN connection. For information about setting up and using these connections on your phone, see "Data connection" and "Wi in this chapter. Setting up secure credential storage If your network administrator instructs you to download and install security certificates, you must first set - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 113
Getting Connected 113 for the credential storage, scroll down and confirm the password, and then tap OK. 3. Select the Use secure credentials check box. You can then download and install the certificates needed to access your local network. Your network administrator can tell you how - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 114
114 Getting Connected 6.5 Using Your Phone's Web Browser Open the web browser to start , press MENU, and then tap the URL field on top of the screen. 2. Enter the web page address using the keyboard. As you enter the address, matching web page addresses will appear on the screen. Tap an address - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 115
on a web page Tap the screen twice quickly to zoom in, and then tap the screen twice quickly again to zoom out. You can also use your fingers to pinch or spread the screen to zoom in and out. - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 116
thumb and index fingers to Use your thumb and index fingers to 'spread' the web page to zoom in. 'pinch' the web page to zoom out. Opening a new browser window Open - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 117
Getting Connected 117 Switching between browser windows 1. On a browser window, press MENU, and then tap Windows. 2. Select the browser window you want to view by sliding your finger on the screen from right to left. Tap to close the web page. Tap to display the web page in full screen. Finding - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 118
118 Getting Connected Selecting links in web pages Navigate to links on a web page using the TRACKBALL. Links are enclosed in a colored box when selected. Link is not selected Link is selected Link What to do Web page address (URLs) • - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 119
Getting Connected 119 Link What to do Location address Tap the address to open Google Maps and locate the address. Phone number Tap to open the phone dialer screen to call the phone number. Tip When links are too small for tapping directly on the screen, highlight it with the TRACKBALL, then - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 120
status update on Facebook and Twitter. Note Make sure that you are logged in to the accounts you want to use on using these applications, refer to its related chapters in this guide. applications only from trusted sources such as Android Market. Refer to "Android Market" in Chapter 8 for details. - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 121
the Internet screen, press MENU, and then tap Bookmarks. 2. On the Bookmarks tab, select the bookmark you want to open. You can toggle between using bookmark thumbnails or a list by pressing MENU, and then tapping Grid, List or Thumbnails. To edit a bookmark 1. On the Internet screen, press MENU and - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 122
, and then tap More > Settings. 6.6 Using your phone as a modem (tethering) Get online with your notebook or desktop computer at any time, using your phone's data connection. You need to install HTC Sync before you can use your phone as a modem. Refer to "Using HTC Sync" in Chapter 9 for details - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 123
on, and all other Bluetoothenabled devices can detect your phone. • Off. Bluetooth is turned off. In this mode, you can neither send nor receive information using Bluetooth. Notes • By default, Bluetooth is turned off. If you turn it on, then turn off your phone, Bluetooth also turns off. When you - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 124
or car kit You can connect your phone to a Bluetooth hands-free headset or a Bluetooth car kit and use those devices to listen to music and send and/or receive calls. Before you can use a Bluetooth hands-free headset or car kit, you must pair it first with your phone. 1. Press HOME - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 125
phone, the Bluetooth connected icon ( ) will appear in the status bar. You can now start using the hands-free headset or car kit to listen to music and to make and/or receive phone switch connection back to the first headset, you must manually select that headset again in the Bluetooth devices list. - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 126
depending on the device you are sending to: • Photo or video you just captured After capturing a photo, on the review screen that appears, tap Share ( ) > Bluetooth. For details, see "Using Camera and Camcorder" in Chapter 7. • Photos or video clips stored on your phone Press HOME ( ), and then tap - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 127
Getting Connected 127 • Calendar events Press HOME ( ), and then tap > Calendar. In the Calendar's Day, Agenda, or Week view, press and hold the event or appointment, and then tap Share vCalendar > Bluetooth. For details, see "Sending a vCalendar" in Chapter 9. • Contact information Press - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 128
128 Getting Connected To send information from your phone to another device 1. After selecting the files to send, the Bluetooth settings screen opens and your phone starts scanning Bluetooth devices within range. 2. In Bluetooth devices, tap the receiving device. Note If prompted, enter the same - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 129
the calendar where you want to save the event, and then tap Import. The vCalendar is added to your Calendar events. For information on using Calendar, see "Using Calendar" in Chapter 9. • For a vCard contact file, if there are multiple vCard files on your storage card, you can choose to import one - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 130
130 Getting Connected Disconnecting a Bluetooth device 1. Press HOME ( ) > MENU, and then tap Settings. 2. Tap Wireless & networks > Bluetooth settings. 3. Navigate to the Bluetooth devices section, and then press and hold the connected Bluetooth device. 4. Tap Disconnect. Note Tap Disconnect & - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 131
comes with a 5.0 megapixel camera with auto-focus feature that lets you capture sharp pictures and videos. Important You must install a storage card before you use Camera or Camcorder. All pictures or videos that you capture on your phone are stored on the storage card. For more information on how - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 132
. 2 View button. Tap to open the Photos application so you can browse through and view the photos and videos in your storage card. See "Using Photos" in this chapter for details. 3 Auto-focus indicator. Whenever you point the camera at a different subject or location, the screen shows the auto - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 133
Camera and Multimedia 133 Zooming Get closer to or farther from your subject using the onscreen zoom bar. 1. On the Camera or Camcorder viewfinder, tap onscreen zoom bar. to display the While the zoom bar is shown on the - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 134
want to focus on. 5. Press the TRACKBALL to take the shot. 6. Choose what you want to do with the photo you've just taken. See "Review screen" in this chapter for details. Shooting videos 1. Press HOME ( ), and then tap > Camcorder. 2. Before taking the photo, you can zoom in first on your - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 135
send, or delete the picture or video by tapping a button shown onscreen. Review screen buttons Icon Function Back. Return to the Viewfinder screen. Share. Send the captured photo or video to another phone or your computer using Bluetooth, send it by email, or select a social network where you want - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 136
136 Camera and Multimedia Camera menu panel The menu panel lets you access and change basic and advanced camera settings. 1. On the Camera or Camcorder viewfinder, tap to show the menu panel. 2. Tap any of these icons to change the relevant setting: Mode. See "Changing capture modes" in this chapter - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 137
. When not selected, photo resolutions available for selection are in standard 4:3 ratio. Select where you want to save your files. Select the quality level to use for capturing photos. If you need to take a self-portrait or group photo, you can set the self-timer to either 2 or 10 seconds. Select - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 138
Metering mode Review duration Flicker adjustment Auto Focus Shutter sound Time stamp (photo mode only) Grid (photo mode only) Reset to default play a shutter sound when you press the shutter release. Select this check box when you want the date and time to be added on captured photos. Select - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 139
Photos Camera and Multimedia 139 Using the Photos application, you can view photos and watch videos that you've taken with your phone's camera, downloaded, or copied onto your storage card. - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 140
140 Camera and Multimedia Notes • Depending on the number of pictures stored on the storage card, it may take a while for the Albums screen to load all your photos on the screen. • You need to be signed in to your Facebook and Flickr accounts to view the pictures in those accounts. Working with - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 141
to the Flickr tab, you may be asked to give authorization for the HTC Flickr client to connect to the Flickr web site. You need to give authorization out. You can also use your fingers to pinch or spread the screen to zoom in and out. Use your thumb and index fingers to Use your thumb and index - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 142
142 Camera and Multimedia To view a photo in landscape orientation Turn your phone sideways to view the picture in landscape mode. The picture orientation automatically adjusts to how you hold the phone. Note The Orientation check box in HOME ( ) > MENU > Settings > Sound & display needs to be - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 143
best fit on the screen based on the video size. Tap the button again to change back to full screen size. Sharing photos and videos Using the Photos application, you can send photos and videos via email or MMS. You can share photos on your social networks (such as Facebook, Flickr - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 144
144 Camera and Multimedia To send photos or videos using Bluetooth 1. Press HOME ( ), and then tap > Photos. you want to share are in. 3. Tap , and then on the Share options menu, tap Facebook for HTC Sense. 4. Select one or more photos, and then tap Next. 5. Add a caption for each photo (if - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 145
Next. 5. Compose your message, and then tap Send. Note If you selected Mail and you have multiple email accounts, the default email account will be used. To send a photo or video by MMS 1. Press HOME ( ), and then tap > Photos. 2. Tap the album where the photo or video you want to share - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 146
a Google Account to be able to upload pictures to the Picasa™ photo organizing service. 1. Press HOME ( ), and then tap > Photos. 2. Tap the YouTube account and sign in to that account on your phone. For details, see "Using YouTube" in Chapter 8. 1. Press HOME ( ), and then tap > Photos. 2. - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 147
on the storage card of your phone, you must copy your audio files to the storage card before you open Music. To do this, see "Using the phone's storage card as a USB drive" in Chapter 1 for details. Opening Music Press HOME ( ), and then tap displays. > Music. The Playback screen Playing music - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 148
148 Camera and Multimedia 3 Press and drag to jump to any part of the song. 4 Elapsed time 5 Tap to go to the Library. 6 Tap to go to the previous song in the Now playing list. 7 Tap to - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 149
. Tap to play back. Indicates the song currently being played back. Tap a music category to open the music file you want to play. Creating playlists Use playlists to organize your music files. You can create as many playlists as you want on your phone. 1. In the Library, go to the Playlists - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 150
at the end of the song title you want to move. When the row is highlighted in green, drag it to its new position, then release. 4. Tap Done. - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 151
press MENU and then tap Delete playlists. Setting a song as ringtone You can use songs as your phone or contact ringtone, or trim a song first before a new ringtone. 1. In the Library, select the song that you want to use as ringtone and then play it back. 2. In the Playback screen, press MENU - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 152
press MENU and then tap Settings. 2. On the Settings screen, tap Sound & display > Phone ringtone. The song should be listed as an option. Sending music using Bluetooth 1. Press HOME ( ), and then tap > Music. 2. Tap at the bottom-left corner of the screen to go to the Library. 3. In the Library - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 153
to sign in to a Google Account to use Google Apps such as Google Talk™ and Android Market. When you turn on the phone services use the first Google Account you added. 1. Press HOME ( ) > MENU, and then tap Settings > Accounts & sync. 2. Tap Add account > Google. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 154
154 Google Apps 8.2 Using Gmail Gmail is Google's web-based email service. Gmail is configured when you first set up your phone. Depending on your synchronization settings, Gmail on your phone is automatically synchronized with your Gmail - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 155
Google Apps 155 3 Actions for checked email(s). This will not show if there is no item selected in the inbox. 4 Unread messages are displayed in bold. 5 Message - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 156
156 Google Apps Creating and sending emails 1. In the Inbox, press MENU and then tap Compose. 2. Enter the message recipient's email address in the To field. If you - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 157
Google Apps 157 To add a signature to emails You can add a signature to email messages that you send. 1. In the Inbox, press MENU and then tap Settings > - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 158
158 Google Apps 1 3 2 1 Message subject 2 Online status. Appears when the contact is tap Settings > Labels. 3. To set the number of days to synchronize, tap Number of days to sync. 4. To set synchronization for a particular label, tap the label. You can select to synchronize the default number of - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 159
Google Apps 159 Searching for messages You can search for messages that contain one or more words in their contents or in their addresses, subjects, labels, and - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 160
160 Google Apps 2. Tap Reply All Mail. • Mute to mute the entire conversation. Tip If you're part of a long message conversation that isn't relevant, you can 'mute' the conversation label of the conversation. Note You cannot use the phone to create labels; do that on the Gmail web site. • - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 161
Google Apps 161 Email messages In the message thread, navigate to the email header or message using the TRACKBALL, press MENU and to your Inbox. • More • Mute to mute the entire conversation. Tip If you're part of a long message conversation that isn't relevant, you can 'mute' the email to keep - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 162
if you want your phone to vibrate when you receive a new email message. 8.3 Using Google Talk Google Talk is Google's instant messaging program. It lets you communicate with other people that also online status in Google Talk will also appear in other Google Apps, such as Gmail and Google Maps. - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 163
Apps 163 then select the status you want on the menu. • To update your status message, tap the text box on the left of your online status icon, screen, tap the album where the picture you want to use is located. 3. Tap the picture you want to use. 4. Drag the green box to select the portion of - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 164
164 Google Apps Signing out of Google Talk If you are not going to use Google Talk for an extended period of time, we recommend that you sign out of Google Talk to save battery power. 1. Press HOME ( ), and then - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 165
Google Apps 165 Switching between active chats You can switch between chats if you have more joins the group chat. Chatting on or off the record Your Google Talk messages are stored, so you can review them later and even search for them in the Chats folder in Gmail. But, if you'd rather not store - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 166
166 Google Apps By default, only the friends that you frequently communicate with - the most popular - are in the Friends list. If you want to display all your - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 167
Google Apps 167 To block a friend You can block a friend from sending you messages. When All friends. 2. Tap Always show friend. Mobile indicators You can check what type of device your friend is using to chat in Google Talk. In the friends list, check the image that appears to the right of your - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 168
168 Google Apps To show a mobile indicator 1. In the Friends list, press MENU and then tap More name in other people's Friends list and will let your friends know what type of mobile device you are using. Adjusting Google Talk settings You can set the phone to play a sound, vibrate, or display a - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 169
Google Apps 169 Turning on location services Before you open Google Maps and find your location or search for places of interest, you must enable My location sources. 1. Press HOME ( ) > MENU and then tap Settings > Location. 2. Select Use wireless networks, Enable GPS satellites, or both. Note - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 170
170 Google Apps Getting an address and additional information for a location Press and hold a location on the map. A balloon opens over the location, with the address and a thumbnail - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 171
Google Apps 171 Viewing map layers can be viewed at the same time. • Not all locations have information to support all Map layers or all zoom levels. To learn more about layers, visit Google Maps . • Satellite. Google Maps uses the same satellite data as Google Earth™. Satellite images are not real - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 172
172 Google Apps Earth acquires the best imagery available, most of which is approximately one to three years old. • Latitude. When you have joined Latitude, you can view - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 173
on the map if there are multiple search results. 4. Tap the callout to show the Address, Details (if available), and Reviews (if available) for the search item. Getting directions Use Google Maps to get detailed directions to your destination. 1. While viewing a map in any mode, press MENU and then - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 174
174 Google Apps By default, your current location is entered in the Starting point box , or Walking. 4. Tap Go. The directions to your destination appears in a list. Tap a direction instruction on the list to show the map. Clearing the map After you get directions or search on a map (as described - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 175
8.5 Using Google Latitude Google Apps 175 Google Latitude™ user location service lets you and your friends share locations and status messages with each other. It also lets you send instant messages and emails, make phone calls, - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 176
176 Google Apps Inviting friends To share your location with friends and request to see their locations 1. In Latitude, press MENU and then tap Add friends. 2. Choose how to add friends: • Select from Contacts. Select any number of friends from your Contacts. Friends who already use Latitude have a - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 177
Google Apps 177 Showing your friends You can show your friends using the map view or the list view. Map view When you open Google Maps, it shows your friends' locations. Each friend is represented by a photo - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 178
178 Google Apps Connecting with your friends Tap a friend's contact details balloon in map view or tap a friend in list view to open the friend's profile. In the profile screen, you can communicate with your friend and set privacy options. Options Show on map Chat using Google Talk Send email Get - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 179
options to manually select your location. Hide your location Hide your location from all your friends. Turn off Latitude Disable Latitude and stop sharing your location or status. You can always join Latitude again. 8.6 Using YouTube YouTube is an online video streaming service that allows - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 180
180 Google Apps Press HOME ( ), and then tap > YouTube. YouTube presents the videos grouped into categories, such as Most viewed, Most discussed, Most recent, and Top rated. Watching - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 181
Google Apps 181 Sharing videos You can share a video by sending its link to your contacts. 1. Do one of the following: • While viewing videos in a list, press - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 182
Android Market for the first time, the Terms of Service window will appear. Tap Accept to continue. Getting help If you ever need help or have questions about Android Android Market Help webpage. Finding and installing apps from Android Market When you install apps from Android Market and use them - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 183
on your phone. 2 Tap to display the available apps or games on Android Market, or display the apps that you have already downloaded and installed from Android Market. 3 Featured apps list. Tap an app to read a description about the app and user reviews. 1. Do any of the following • Browse through - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 184
data. Once you tap OK on this screen, you are responsible for the results of using this item on your phone. After installing an app, tap on the upper-left side of the screen to return to Android Market home. You can also press MENU, and then tap Home. Opening an installed application - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 185
Apps 185 Creating a Google Checkout account You must have a Google Checkout account associated with your Google Account to purchase items from Android Market. Do one of the following: • On your computer, go to http://checkout.google.com to create a Google Checkout account. • The first time you use - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 186
) that you add, view, and edit on your computer using Gmail or Calendar. Synchronize the Google Apps you want to keep information up-to-date. To select which application to synchronize 1. Press HOME ( ) > MENU. 2. Tap Settings > Accounts & sync > Google. Note By default, all personal information in - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 187
at the following URL: http://calendar.google.com. • If you're using Microsoft Outlook on your computer, you can set up HTC Sync on your computer to sync Outlook Calendar with your phone's Calendar. See "Using HTC Sync" in this chapter for details. • If you have a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 188
to create an Outlook Calendar event to sync with your computer. • Select Exchange to create an Exchange ActiveSync calendar event. 4. Enter a name for the event. 5. To specify the date and time of the event, do one of the following: • If there is a time frame for the event, tap the From and To - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 189
in your Google Calendar. An invitation email will be sent to your guests using your Google Account. 1. Open Calendar and create a new event. Tap the "Creating events" in this chapter. 2. Add details about the event, such as date and time, location, and more. 3. In the Guests field, enter the email - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 190
an Exchange ActiveSync account set up on your phone, you can use Calendar to create a meeting appointment and send a meeting request email "Creating events" in this chapter. 2. Add details about the meeting, such as date and time, location, and more. 3. Press MENU, and then tap Meeting Invitation. - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 191
order. Day view Agenda view The color bars on the left side of the events indicate the type of calendar in which the event is part of. To find out what each color represents, press MENU and then tap More > Calendars. When in Day view, slide left or right across the - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 192
or right across the screen to view earlier or later weeks. Tip In a crowded Week view, it may be easier to select an event by using the TRACKBALL, and then press the TRACKBALL to view details about the selected event. Viewing, editing or deleting an event You can view, edit, or - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 193
More Applications 193 • Change the reminder time. • If it's a Google Calendar event, respond whether you'll attend the event. Press BACK ( ) on your phone to return to the Event details screen. 4. To edit more details about the event, press MENU while you're on the Event details screen, and then - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 194
194 More Applications Event reminders If you have set at least one reminder for an event, the upcoming event icon ( ) will appear in the notifications area of the status bar to remind you of the upcoming event. To view, dismiss, or snooze the reminder 1. Tap the status bar, then slide your finger - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 195
Applications 195 To add a Google Calendar to sync with Only the calendars that you've created Google Calendar to add to your calendars list, and then tap OK. 4. Press BACK ( ) to update Calendar with the new changes and return to the Calendar view you were viewing. To stop synchronizing a Google - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 196
there are upcoming events. All calendars Set alerts & notifications Default reminder time Select ringtone Vibrate Hide declined events Select this check box to use the same event reminder settings for all types of calendars. If you clear this check box, you can set different reminder settings for - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 197
on your phone and connect to the receiving Bluetooth device so the vCalendar can be sent. Follow the steps in "Sending and receiving information using Bluetooth" in Chapter 6. • If you chose to send by email, a new message window opens and automatically includes the vCalendar as an attachment. Your - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 198
• Tap the clock on the Home screen. • Press HOME ( ), and then tap > Clock. Using Desk Clock Opening the Clock application brings you directly to the Desk Clock screen. The Desk Clock displays the current date, time, and weather, an alarm clock indicator, and a battery charging indicator. You can - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 199
on the screen or press BACK ( ) on your phone. 4 Below the date and time, you'll see the weather information of your current location. Tapping the to turn on and set the alarm clock, see "Using Alarms" in this chapter. Using the World Clock Use the Clock application's World Clock screen to check the - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 200
. Tap Done when finished. 6. Select the Use 24-hour format check box to toggle between using a 12-hour or a 24-hour format. 7. Tap Select date format then select how you want dates to display on your phone. The selected date format also applies to the date displayed in the Alarm Clock. Adding - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 201
home city's date and time 1. In Clock, go to the World Clock tab, then press MENU, and then tap Home settings. 2. Enter your home city name. As you enter letters, the list is filtered to show matching cities and countries. 3. Tap the city when it appears on the list. Using Alarms You - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 202
alarms, you can change their settings such as the alarm volume, how long to snooze the alarm, and more. 1. Press HOME ( ), and then tap the HTC Clock widget on the Home screen. 2. Tap the Alarms tab. 3. On the Alarms screen, press MENU and then tap Settings. You can change the following - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 203
your Outlook contacts and calendar or your Outlook Express contacts with your phone. Before you do a factory reset or a software (ROM) upgrade of your phone, you can also use HTC Sync to back up and sync these information from your phone back to your computer. Here's what you'll need to do to - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 204
HTC Sync on your PC 1. Download the HTC Sync installer from the HTC website (http://www.htc.com/us/support.aspx) to your computer. 2. Double-click HTCSync.exe, and then follow the installation instructions on the screen. Setting up HTC Sync to recognize your phone After installing HTC Sync - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 205
the next few dialog boxes, choose whether to sync Outlook or Outlook Express, select the type of information to sync (contacts and/or calendar), and choose to sync them automatically or manually with your phone. 6. Click Finish. HTC Sync then starts to sync your phone and your computer. Wait for the - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 206
that your phone is connected to HTC Sync. 2. If HTC Sync is not open, double-click the green HTC Sync icon to open it. 3. Click Sync Manager > Settings. 4. In the Synchronization Settings Wizard dialog box, click Manual settings. 5. From the left side of the Sync Manager Settings dialog box, click - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 207
Then choose whether to sync manually, auto sync every time you connect your phone to your computer, or sync at a set schedule. 6. Click Apply to save the sync options you've selected, and then click OK. Synchronizing your phone After you've installed and set up HTC Sync, you can sync your phone with - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 208
the latest upgrade, set up HTC Sync again to recognize and sync with your phone. Follow the steps in "Setting up HTC Sync to recognize your phone" and "Setting up synchronization". Installing Android applications If you have applications (.apk files) on your computer, you can use HTC Sync to install - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 209
click the green HTC Sync icon to open HTC Sync. 5. In HTC Sync, click Application Installer. 6. In the Application Installer file types dialog box, make sure that the Android OS installer file (apk) check box is selected and then click OK. Note This dialog box only appears the first time you use the - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 210
210 More Applications 9.4 Using HTC Footprints HTC Footprints™ provides an easy way to record favorite places and the GPS search, or stop the GPS search. • You may be asked if you want HTC Footprints to automatically determine the address for the location. 5. Tap Done. Note Before pressing Done, - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 211
open exported footprints files in other applications such as Google Earth on your computer. To transfer files from your storage card to your computer, see "Using the phone's storage card as a USB drive" in Chapter 1. - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 212
can restore footprints you previously backed up to the storage card. You can also import .kmz files that you saved in other applications, or use a photo as a footprint. 1. Press HOME ( ), then tap > Footprints. 2. Press MENU, and then tap Import. 3. Do one of the following: • To import saved - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 213
More Applications 213 9.5 Using PDF Viewer Use PDF Viewer to view PDF files that you have copied to the phone's storage card. Viewing a PDF file 1. Press HOME ( ), then tap > PDF Viewer. 2. On - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 214
from people, search for new Twitter users to follow, all from your phone. Note You need to be signed in to your Twitter account to use Peep. Opening Peep Press HOME ( ), then tap > Peep. Peep opens in the All Tweets tab. Slide your finger on the bottom row to go to - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 215
to send out Sending a tweet 1. On the All Tweets tab, tap the text field with the words "What's happening?". 2. Enter your tweet, and then tap Update. 3 2 1 1 Tap to post a picture from Photos or Camera to your default photo hosting site and add the link to the picture into the tweet. 2 Tap - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 216
216 More Applications On the Peep screen, press MENU and then tap More > Settings > Services to check or change your photo hosting site, location options, and URL shortening host. Sending a direct message Do one of the following: • On the Peep - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 217
217 9.7 Using Quickoffice Quickoffice lets you view Microsoft Office Word, Microsoft Office Excel, and Microsoft PowerPoint files on your phone. Quickoffice supports viewing of Microsoft sort the list by Name or Date. 3. Slide your finger on the screen to pan or go through the pages of the file. - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 218
218 More Applications 4. While viewing a file, you can: • Pinch the screen to zoom in or out or use the zoom controls on the screen to zoom in or out. • Slide your finger on the screen to bring up the zoom controls. • For Excel - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 219
More Applications 219 9.8 Using Stocks Use Stocks to get the latest stock updates for stock quotes and market indices you follow. Opening Stocks Press HOME ( ), then tap > Stocks. 1 4 2 3 1 List of your stock quotes and stock market indices. Tap an item to view its intraday chart and other - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 220
in green, drag it to its new position, then release. 3. Tap Done. Deleting an item 1. On the Stocks screen, press MENU and then tap Delete. 2. stock information update frequency 1. On the Stocks screen, press MENU and then tap Settings. 2. Select the Auto-sync data check box. Note Downloading stock - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 221
of your phone, turn location service on in your phone's settings so that you'll be able to check your current location's weather on the HTC Clock widget, Weather application, and the Weather widget. Press HOME ( ) > MENU, tap Settings > Location, and then select the Use wireless networks check box. - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 222
automatically check box to automatically download weather updates after a period of time. • To set an auto update schedule, tap Update frequency and choose a schedule. • Tap Temperature scale to change the temperature scale to use. Changing the order of cities 1. On the Weather screen, press MENU - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 223
ringtone. Note You need to have a microSD card installed on your phone to use Voice Recorder. Recording your voice 1. Press HOME ( ), then tap > learn how to send files through Bluetooth, see "Sending and receiving information using Bluetooth" in Chapter 6. Setting a voice clip as a ringtone 1. - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 224
, then tap Settings. 2. Tap Sound & display > Brightness. Note The Automatic brightness check box needs to be selected for you to be able to manually adjust screen brightness. 3. Drag the brightness slider to the left to decrease or to the right to increase the screen brightness. Tap OK. Adjusting - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 225
Managing Your Phone 225 Note Not all application screens support automatic rotation. 1. Press HOME ( ) > MENU, then tap Settings. 2. Tap Sound & display and then clear the Orientation check box. Keeping the screen on while charging the - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 226
or copied from your computer as ring tones. For a complete list of supported audio file formats for ring tones, see "Specifications" in the Appendix. Enabling touch tones You can set the phone to play a sound when you are using the phone pad and/or tapping the screen. 1. Press HOME ( ) > MENU, then - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 227
Your phone can directly link to the mobile phone network, and enable you to access and change the settings of various phone services for your phone. Phone services may include Call Forwarding, Call Waiting, Voicemail, and more. Contact your mobile operator to find out about the availability of phone - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 228
locale and then select the language you want to use. 10.5 Synchronizing with Online Accounts Your phone can sync information and receive updates from your Google™ and Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync® accounts as well as popular online services such as Facebook®, Twitter™, and Flickr™. These are - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 229
online account information even if you are not currently using them. • Auto-sync. If this is selected, applications can use the sync schedule defined in the account settings. If this is cleared, you will need to sync accounts manually. For instructions on doing this, see "Synchronizing an account - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 230
account that you want to edit. 3. Edit the account settings. Synchronizing an account manually 1. Press HOME ( ) > MENU, and then tap Settings > Accounts & sync. 2. Tap the account that you want to sync. 3. Tap Sync now. 10.6 Protecting Your Phone Protecting your phone with a screen lock You can - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 231
pattern. Tap Continue. 7. When prompted, draw the screen unlock pattern again, then tap Confirm. Tip Clear the Use visible pattern check box, if you do not want the unlock pattern to display on the screen when you unlock it. Note To change your unlock screen pattern, press HOME ( ) > MENU, then tap - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 232
232 Managing Your Phone 10.7 Managing Memory Checking how much phone memory is available for use Press HOME ( ) > MENU, then tap Settings > SD & phone storage. The available phone memory is displayed in the Internal phone storage section. Checking the available storage - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 233
" in Chapter 6 for more information. • Uninstall downloaded programs from Android Market you no longer use. See Chapter 8 for details. 10.8 Resetting the Phone Resetting the phone deletes all data, including downloaded applications, and resets the phone back to its initial state-the state before - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 234
Display Network Device Control GPS Connectivity Camera Audio supported formats 528 MHz Android™ 2.1 (Éclair) with HTC Sense™ ROM: 512 MB RAM: 288 MB 4.47 X Data Rate and A2DP for wireless stereo headsets • Wi-Fi®: IEEE 802.11 b/g • HTC ExtUSB™ (11-pin mini-USB 2.0 and audio jack in one) • 3.5 mm - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 235
Video supported formats Battery Expansion Slot AC Adapter Special Features Operating Temperature Range Appendix 235 number of HERO200. To ensure continued reliable and safe operation of your device, use only the accessories listed below with your HERO200. The Battery Pack has been assigned a model - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 236
, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 237
, please follow operation instruction as documented in this manual. This transmitter must . The device could automatically discontinue transmission in case of absence of information to transmit, or of control or signaling information or the use of repetitive codes where required by the technology - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 238
RF exposure guidelines when used with the HTC Corporation. Accessories supplied or designated for this product. Use of other accessories may not ensure Communications Commission of the U.S. Government. These limits are part of comprehensive guidelines and establish permitted levels of RF energy - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 239
Absorption Rates (SAR) can be found on the Cellular Telecommunications & Internet Association (CTIA) Web-site as the U.S. and Canada, the SAR limit for mobile phone used by the public is 1.6 Watts/kg (W/kg) averaged of personnel, it is recommended that no part of the human body be allowed to come - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 240
want to consult your service provider, or call the customer service line to discuss alternatives. Other Medical Devices If you use any other personal medical regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 241
collection points, please contact your local city center, household waste disposal service, shop from where you purchased the equipment, or manufacturer of the 2003, on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS) and its amendments. - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 242
Mode 67 Alarm clock 201 Android Market 182 - getting help Calendar views 190 Call History 64 - clear 65 Calling using the phone dialer 56 Call settings - adjust the call Review screen 135 - shoot videos 134 Clock 198 - adding cities to the world clock list 200 - setting home city date - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 243
search 73 Creating another email account 102 D Data Connection 109 Data roaming 227 Date 200 Desk Clock 198 Disconnecting a Bluetooth hands-free headset or car kit 130 114 Home screen 38 - extended Home screens 39 HTC Sync 203 I Inside the box 30 Internet 109, 114, 233 L Landscape - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 244
- sending a tweet 215 People 68 - contact details 80 - contacts 72 - Facebook and Flickr 69, 78 - groups 75 - My contact card 70 Phone keypad 85 Phone services 227 Phone views - back panel 29 - bottom panel 30 - front panel 27 - left panel 29 - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 245
226 Roaming 227 S Safety information 6 Screen lock 230 Screen unlock pattern 231 Search contacts 73 Sending a meeting request 106 Sending 245 Speakerphone 63 Specifications 234 Status icons 44 Stocks 219 Stopwatch 198 Synchronizing Google Apps 186 T Take pictures 134 Text message 90 - HTC Hero Cellular South | HTC Sync Update for HERO (Cellular South) (2.0.40) - Page 246
246 Index Voice Dialer 58 Voice Recorder 223 Volume - adjust 50 - media volume 51 - ringer volume 50 W Wallpaper 43 Weather 199, 221 Web applications 120 Wi-Fi 109 Y YouTube - about 179 - search videos 180 - share videos 181 - watch videos 180
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