HTC HD7 manual Entering your PIN, Finger gestures, Using the kickstand

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Entering your PIN

Most SIM cards come with a PIN (personal identification number) set by your mobile operator. If you’re asked for a PIN, enter it and then tap enter.

To find out how to enable, disable, or change the PIN, see “Protecting your SIM card with a PIN” in the Security chapter.

If you enter the PIN wrong three times, your SIM card is blocked. No problem. Just contact your mobile operator and ask for the PUK (PIN Unblocking Key).

Finger gestures

Tap

When you want to type using the keyboard, select items onscreen such as apps

 

and settings, or press onscreen buttons, simply tap them with your finger.

 

 

Press and hold

To open the available options for an item (e.g. contact or link in a web page),

 

simply press and hold the item.

 

 

Swipe or slide

To swipe or slide means to quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across

 

the screen.

 

 

Drag

Press and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to drag. While

 

dragging, do not release your finger until you have reached the target position.

 

 

Flick

Flicking the screen is similar to swiping, except that you need to swipe your finger

 

in light, quicker strokes. This finger gesture is always in a vertical direction, such as

 

when flicking the contacts or message list.

 

 

Rotate

For most screens, you can automatically change the screen orientation from

 

portrait to landscape by turning the phone sideways. When entering text, you can

 

turn the phone sideways to bring up a bigger keyboard.

 

 

Pinch

In some applications, like Pictures or the web browser, you can “pinch” the screen

 

using 2 fingers (for example, thumb and index fingers) to zoom in or zoom out

 

when viewing a picture or a web page.

 

 

Using the kickstand

Want to sit back and watch a movie, or have a conference call without having to hold your phone? No problem! Just pull the kickstand out and set the phone on a flat surface, and you’re ready to go.

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Contents Your HTC HD7 Icons used in this guide Contents Keyboard MessagingCalendar Getting connectedSettings Update and resetZune Maps and locationBasics Inside the boxYour phone Front panelTop panel Right panelBack panel Bottom cover Removing the back coverReplacing the back cover SIM card Inserting the SIM cardRemoving the SIM card Battery Inserting the batteryRemoving the battery Switching your phone on or off Charging the batterySwitching your phone on Switching your phone offUsing the kickstand Entering your PINFinger gestures Setting up your phone for the first time Getting startedStart screen Rearranging the tiles on the Start screenAccessing apps and settings Sleep modeHubs Unlocking the screen Changing your lock screen wallpaperAdjusting the volume Status iconsSetting up an account SearchingInteracting with your phone by speaking Searching the WebChanging the ringtone Changing the themePhone calls Making callsMaking an emergency call Using in-call options Receiving callsAnswering or rejecting an incoming call Muting the ringing sound without rejecting the callSwitching between calls Setting up a conference callPutting a call on hold Turning the speakerphone on or off during a callUsing call history Muting the microphone during a callEnding a call Checking calls in the call historyCall services Turning Flight mode Airplane mode on or offClearing the call history list People About the People hubViewing your contacts list and feeds Adding a new contact Contact informationImporting contacts from your SIM card Merging contact informationEditing, searching, and deleting Editing a contact’s informationYour Me tile Searching for a contactDeleting a contact People Using the onscreen keyboard KeyboardEntering text Moving the cursorChanging keyboard settings Entering words with predictive textChanging to the landscape keyboard Enabling other keyboard languagesMessaging About MessagingSending a text message Sending a picture message Viewing and replying to a messageManaging message conversations Deleting a conversationDeleting a message Forwarding a messageAdding a POP3/IMAP email account Adding a Microsoft Exchange Server accountChecking your inbox Managing email messagesRefreshing an email account Deleting an email message from the inboxSending an email message Resuming a draft email messageSetting the priority for an email message Changing email account settingsReading and replying to an email message Flagging an emailCalendar About CalendarCreating a calendar appointment Changing calendar views Sending an invitationDay and Agenda views Month viewViewing, editing or deleting an appointment Viewing, dismissing, or snoozing appointment remindersViewing the details of an appointment Editing an appointmentDisplaying and synchronizing calendars Showing or hiding calendarsChoosing which calendars are synchronized on your phone Stop synchronizing a calendarAdding an access point Setting up your data connection using Connection SetupGetting connected Data connectionWi-Fi Turning Wi-Fi on and connecting to a wireless networkEnabling data roaming Using your phone’s web browser Switching between browser windows Zooming in or out on a webSelecting a link in a web Opening a new browser tabSetting browser options Bookmarking a webBluetooth Turning Bluetooth onConnecting a Bluetooth headset or car kit Disconnecting or unpairing from a Bluetooth device Reconnecting a headset or car kitDisconnecting a Bluetooth device Unpairing from a Bluetooth deviceCamera Camera basicsViewfinder screen ZoomingTaking a photo Capturing a videoCamera settings After capturingPictures About the Pictures hubChanging the Pictures hub wallpaper Viewing photos and videos Touching up your photosSending your photos Sharing your photos on the Web Sending a picture messageSharing photos on Facebook Uploading a photo to your SkyDriveSetting up Zune to sync your computer and phone ZuneSynchronizing your computer and phone Selecting items to sync with your phoneMusic + Videos hub Listening to musicWatching videos Turning on repeat or shuffleListening to or watching your podcasts Listening to the radioTurning on location services Maps and locationBing Maps Viewing locations in Bing MapsSwitching to aerial view Searching for locations and placesClearing the map Getting directions Viewing search resultsChecking traffic conditions HTC Hub About the HTC HubOpening HTC Hub Downloading appsConnection Setup WeatherCalculator Converter FlashlightList LovePhoto Enhancer Sound EnhancerChecking your stocks Adding a stock quote or stock market indexDeleting a stock quote or index Changing the stock list orderMore apps Microsoft Office MobileUsing Microsoft Office Mobile Windows MarketplaceGames Security Protecting your SIM card with a PINRestoring a SIM card that has been locked out Protecting your phone with a password Protecting your phone through the WebSettings Settings on your phoneSystem settings Changing display settings Changing sound settingsChecking information about your phone Changing the phone languageUpdate and reset Restarting or factory resetting your phoneSetting the phone to notify you when an update is available Restarting your phone soft resetPerforming a factory reset hard reset Performing a factory reset via settingsPerforming a factory reset using phone buttons Trademarks and copyright Index Index

HD7 specifications

The HTC HD7, launched in November 2010, was one of the first smartphones to run on Microsoft's Windows Phone 7 operating system. This device marked HTC's commitment to Windows-based devices and showcased cutting-edge technology of its time.

One of the standout features of the HTC HD7 was its impressive 4.3-inch Super LCD display. The screen boasted a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, providing vibrant colors and sharp images, making it an excellent choice for media consumption. The large display also enhanced the user experience, particularly when navigating the unique tile-based interface of Windows Phone 7.

Under the hood, the HTC HD7 was powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon S2 processor clocked at 1 GHz, coupled with 576 MB of RAM. While this may seem modest by today’s standards, it offered smooth performance for various applications and multitasking capabilities for its time. The device came with 16 GB of internal storage, which provided ample space for apps, music, and videos, although it lacked expandable storage options through microSD.

In terms of camera technology, the HTC HD7 featured a 5-megapixel rear camera equipped with autofocus and LED flash capabilities. This allowed for decent photography, and users could also capture video in 720p HD. The front-facing camera, however, was notably absent, which was a common limitation in many smartphones of that era.

The device was powered by a 1230 mAh battery, offering decent battery life that varied based on usage patterns. HTC also included its Sense UI on top of the Windows Phone platform, providing customizable live tiles and a level of personalization that enhanced the user experience.

Connectivity options included 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1, and GPS. With these features, users could stay connected and navigate effortlessly.

The HTC HD7 also introduced a variety of multimedia capabilities. It supported a range of audio and video formats, making it suitable for entertainment on the go. With the integration of Xbox Live games and the Zune music service, users could access a wide array of media content.

Overall, the HTC HD7 was a pioneering device that captured the essence of early smartphone technology, combining design, functionality, and multimedia features within a single versatile package. It paved the way for future Windows Phone devices and contributed to HTC's legacy in the smartphone market.
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