HTC HD7 manual Receiving calls, Using in-call options, Answering or rejecting an incoming call

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Receiving calls

When you receive a phone call from a contact, the Incoming call screen appears and displays the caller ID icon, name, and phone number of the calling party. When you receive a phone call from someone who is not stored in People, only the default caller ID icon and phone number appear on the Incoming call screen.

Answering or rejecting an incoming call

If

To answer the call

To reject the call

Display is on

Tap answer.

Tap ignore.

 

 

 

Display is off

When the lock screen appears, slide

When the lock screen appears, slide up

 

up from the bottom of the lock

from the bottom of the lock screen, and

 

screen, and then tap answer.

then tap ignore.

 

 

 

Muting the ringing sound without rejecting the call

Do one of the following:

Press the VOLUME DOWN or VOLUME UP button.

Press the POWER button.

Place the phone face down on a leveled surface.

If the phone is already facing down, the phone will still ring when there are subsequent incoming calls.

Using in-call options

When a call is in progress, use the buttons onscreen to mute or unmute the microphone or to turn on or off the speakerphone. You can also press MENU and choose whether to add a call, place the call on hold, mute the microphone, and more.

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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 panelBack panel Top panelRight panel Replacing the back cover Bottom coverRemoving the back cover Removing the SIM card SIM cardInserting the SIM card Removing the battery BatteryInserting the battery Switching your phone on or off Charging the batterySwitching your phone on Switching your phone offFinger gestures Using the kickstandEntering your PIN Setting up your phone for the first time Getting startedStart screen Rearranging the tiles on the Start screenHubs Accessing apps and settingsSleep mode 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 themeMaking an emergency call Phone callsMaking calls 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 historyClearing the call history list Call servicesTurning Flight mode Airplane mode on or off Viewing your contacts list and feeds PeopleAbout the People hub Adding a new contact Contact informationImporting contacts from your SIM card Merging contact informationEditing, searching, and deleting Editing a contact’s informationDeleting a contact Your Me tileSearching for 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 languagesSending a text message MessagingAbout Messaging 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 emailCreating a calendar appointment CalendarAbout Calendar 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 connectionEnabling data roaming Wi-FiTurning Wi-Fi on and connecting to a wireless network 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 webConnecting a Bluetooth headset or car kit BluetoothTurning Bluetooth on 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 capturingChanging the Pictures hub wallpaper PicturesAbout the Pictures hub Sending your photos Viewing photos and videosTouching up 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 MapsClearing the map Switching to aerial viewSearching for locations and places Getting directions Viewing search resultsChecking traffic conditions HTC Hub About the HTC HubOpening HTC Hub Downloading appsCalculator Connection SetupWeather 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 MobileGames Using Microsoft Office MobileWindows Marketplace Restoring a SIM card that has been locked out SecurityProtecting your SIM card with a PIN Protecting your phone with a password Protecting your phone through the WebSystem settings SettingsSettings on your phone 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 using phone buttons Performing a factory reset hard resetPerforming a factory reset via settings 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.