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[Touch GSM Accessories] jorgekl:
Hi everyone, I have the following issue:

I installed a guitar tunner application in my htc touch, which uses the microphone to capture the sound. Since I play in a rock band, it´s very noisy when we are setting up, rendering this tuner useless unless everyone shuts up (which never happens).

I have used tuners for the PC, where I plug the guitar directly to the pc's microphone input (just using a 6.3mm to 3.5 mm audio jack adapter), the results are superb, so I was wondering if this could be done with the ELF. I searched ebay and found many mini-usb 3.5mm jack headphone adapters with built in microphone, but none that allow me to use a different microphone.

Is there any microhone adaptor out there?

If there is any other way to do this I would love to try it, any ideas??

Thanks!!
[Touch 3G General] Nirak:
Thanks for your efforts Azahidi, this thread is really handy!
[Touch 3G General] liquidair:
Well done, azahidi! I completely agree with Nirak!

Thanks!
[Touch 3G General] azahidi:
Customised Home Tab, Weather Tab, Phone Pad, Taskbar Icons

Just to share,

for the benefit of new members

how our Jade can be customised. These are examples how I have customised mine. Others may want to share how they have customised theirs for others to emulate.

Anybody wants their name/identity to be displayed at the home tab (as in first image), PM me. I'll try to accomodate.
[Touch 3G General] GACL212004:
Good start

Hi Aza

That is a very good initiative.

Further to my earlier post on why there is no customisation on Jade, this thread commence at the right time. Compare to other threads like Diamond, there are lot of customisation efforts contributed. I hope this thread can be like them. :)
[Touch 3G General] sas_sas:
Hi Zahidi,

We are lucky having you here..

Ths for leading us to customisation.

I found your phonepad and installed. It is really nice. Ths again.

I have walked around skins topic, it is more than 500 pages..

Can you lead me where I can find your skin especially Today screen top stripe in where there is "start"..
[Touch 3G General] azahidi:
Thanks for the compliment.

I used this as the skin base http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=2738270&postcount=2219 but I have modified the clock face and background using other skins. Have fun and enjoy.
[Touch 3G General] Dancorp:
Missing M2D Google Maps Tab

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=3202466&postcount=14

Screen Rotation:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=447290
[Touch 3G General] azahidi:
Customise The Operator / Service Provider Name

Three registries are involved :

1) HKLM\SOFTWARE\OEM\PhoneSetting\ONSDisplayRule

2) HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\RIL\Operator Names

3) HKLM\SOFTWARE\OEM\PhoneSetting\LongNamePrefix - (optional)

A) To show customised operator name (other than the default operator)

Edit HKLM\SOFTWARE\OEM\PhoneSetting\ONSDisplayRule = 0 (DWORD decimal) (default = 9 or others)

And then at

HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\RIL\Operator Names

Look for a 5 digit code "MCCNC", where MCC is 3-digit country code, and NC is 2-digit network operator's code. for example:

50219 - Malaysia Celcom GSM 900/1800

23415 - Vodafone UK

20801 - France Orange

For country and network codes (MCCNC), go to: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mobile_Network_Code#U

If your code is already listed, then edit/change the contents (text) to anything you want to be displayed.

If not, then add the 5-digit code and the text (name) to be displayed. SOFT RESET.

B) HKLM\SOFTWARE\OEM\PhoneSetting\LongNamePrefix

This registry is for 3G network (if you have). Change this text string to whatever you want to be displayed. SOFT RESET.

If there is no 3G network or you're not on 3G, this will not be displayed.

or set HKLM\SOFTWARE\OEM\PhoneSetting\Enable3GLongNamePrefix to 0 to hide the 3G text.

C) To show operator name based on the SIM card used (default operator), set HKLM\SOFTWARE\OEM\PhoneSetting\ONSDisplayRule=1 (DWORD decimal)

Note:

You can hide operator name using Manila2D Customiser, but when you use the phone dialer function, the operator name will appear at the top left hand corner. By using steps A and B above what you customise will be diaplayed (see picture)
[Touch 3G General] azahidi:
Lock Phone Using SoftKey

Credit to izzyzc for sharing with us.

Instead of locking your phone using the default "Long press right (red) button", you can assign a Softkey to do it.

Method 1

If you have Manila 2D Customiser, go to "SoftKey" tab and insert in SoftKey Name: "Your Own Text" and SoftKey Command: \windows\EndKey.exe

Method 2

- Registry Edit

Go to HKLM\Software\HTC\manila2D\Home\

Edit SK2Cmd = \windows\EndKey.exe (for right softkey, replace the default "Program")

Edit SK2 = "Your Own Text"

SOFTRESET
[Touch 3G General] Ziey:
great efforts :) nicely done.. this thread should be made sticky.. will be easier for us to refer it in the future
[Touch 3G General] azahidi:
Customise/Manage Phone Call/Contact

Others may have their preferences .... This is just to share how I do it.

By default, making a call is via Phone Pad or People Tab or Call History. Making SMS is via the Mesage Tab. Another way is by using a Contact application (my choice is iContact Burt Edition) where you can both make a call and SMS. Assign it to a softkey (default Phone softkey is redundant). I customise like this ...

By azahidi

With this you can tap Contact to invoke your contact application and make calls or send SMS, edit or manage contact from there. Other contact apps may vary in functions. If you're happy with the default Windows Contact program, you can also assign it there (save one tap from Start)

How to Customise ?

Method 1

If you have Manila 2D Customiser, go to "SoftKey" tab and insert in Left SoftKey Name: "Contacts" and Left SoftKey Command: \directory\your contact application.

Method 2

- Registry Edit

Go to HKLM\Software\HTC\manila2D\Home\

Edit SK1Cmd = \directory\your contact application

Edit SK1 = "Contact" or your own text

SOFTRESET
[Touch 3G General] azahidi:
Easy Access to Wi-Fi

If you frequently use wi-fi and need for easy wi-fi connection, I suggest this method (instead of the default method i.e. slide to Settings Tab - Communications - Wi-Fi (requires 3 steps)

Use a simple application

- I recommend AKToggleWifi - download here http://www.freewarepocketpc.net/get-aktogglewifi.html There may be other apps that you prefer.

1) Method 1 - Fastest Way - Just one tap.

Attach it to a softkey - examples and method shown here http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=3287551&postcount=12 and here http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=3265999&postcount=10

Once done , just tap the softkey to invoke Wi-Fi and tap again to close

2) Method 2

Attach it to Start Button (use Start - Settings - Personal - Menus). This will require 2 taps. This is how I do it as I use the softkeys for somethig else.

3) Method 3

Put the wi-fi apps in Programs Tab. This also requires 2 taps.
[Touch 3G General] cynic121:
someone please help me.

i tried to customize manila2D with M2DC

but i found it was very very long waiting

then i have to close it and the customizing never work

ps. sry for my poor english
[Touch 3G General] azahidi:
First of all, there are many problems and solution provided if you follow the M2DC thread. Anyway, I'll share my experience with M2DC ...

So far I have no problem with M2DC. I changed my M2D in many ways many times. Usually it takes about 5-10 secs to take effect, no need to soft reset. It will revert to M2D in 5-10 secs after you tap "Apply".

However, if it takes abnormally long time ( > 2 mins) just push the softreset button (inside back cover), while the wait cursor is still turning, and it should take effect. I suggest that you customise one item at a time.

Hope that helps.
[Touch 3G General] cynic121:
"I suggest that you customise one item at a time."

I'll try this. thx.
[Touch 3G General] GACL212004:
As part of customization effort on Jade, does anyone ever try this:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=430287

It is a damn good customization gimmick from Diamond thread.:D

Wonder does it work with Jade?:confused:

Also dont know if it required Manilla 2D Customiser? :confused:

2-cent worth
[Touch 3G General] azahidi:
Diamond is using TF3D while Jade is on TF2D. I doubt that it will work on Jade, even if it will, it could cause some nitty errors.

As the name suggest M2DC is for customising M2D (TF2D).
[Touch 3G General] GACL212004:
Aza

Thank for the enlightenment.

There are difference in this case.

Well, let's hope someone will develop transparent slider for TF2D.

Happy belated V-Day to all forumer.:)
[Touch 3G General] johnny2467:
Can't rename xml file from file explorer

Hi Azahidi

I changed the date format of my jade following method number 8 on your post. It is okay and now there is the Day of the week before the date and year.

However, I cannot change this(attached) xml file because when i try to select it, the "rename" is not clickable on the menu. Is there any other way to rename it? I can't add cities to the weather menu as a result. Thanks in advance

Note: Please rename file \windows\HH_0409_WeatherCities.xml to HH_0199_WeatherCities.xml

This to ensure that you can continue add/change cities at the Weather Tab
[Touch 3G General] Kajmaj:
Outgoing calls identification

My dear clone fellows, after long time of satisfied life with my clone baby I did something and since that those who I am calling to are not able to identify me - my phone started to block outgoing calls ID.

Problem is that I am not able to unblock it again :mad:

Is there any way how to reverse it?:confused:
[Touch 3G General] Kajmaj:
Hi hi, sorry for the silly question.

Now it works, it was problem with the provider :D
[Touch 3G General] azahidi:
Some Useful Applications

1) Total Commander - file explorer, more powerful than the built-in file explorer.

2) iContact (Evian Edition) - Phonebook management, fancier than default "contact". data based on the default contacts.

3) Clear Temp - Simple to use apps to clean clear your memory.

4) CleanRAM - another apps similar to above

5) Memory Maid - a more advanced memory management than "Clear Temp" and "CleanRAM"

6) AK Wifi Toggle - a simple way to connect to WiFi/AP. just one click.

7) Garmin Mobile XT - for travellers who want to save time from getting lost.

8) Google Maps - for those who want to save on buying Garmin maps, but requires 3G data connection.

9) Microsoft Reader - to read books/documents while waiting for flight/train/bus.

10) Oxfort DDT - easy to use but powerful mobile dictionary (www.handmark.com)

11) M2DC - Easy to use apps for customising your Manila2D (by xda member)

12) Opera Mini beta - a more powerful / faster/easy to use browser than the default Opera browser

13) SK Tools - a very powerful apps to manage / tweak / optimise your phone

14) SPB Backup - a MUST HAVE to keep your data safe.

15) vSnap - to capture your Jade screen and save in bmp

16) Capsure - another screen capture apps (can save in jpg format)

17) Pocket Clock - Very powerful time management apps, especially for travellers

18) Pocket Calc - very powerful easy to usr calculator, including converters.
[Touch 3G General] modchip:
When blocking wireless down

Can anyone help me with my htc 3G wireless configuration, the problem is that when I block the phone it disconects my wireless lan, and this is very bad to me because I use portsip to register on ippbx at work and I am always offline when my phone is blocked..:( so when other user call to my extension its going to voicemail.

When I unlock the phone I see him re-registering on wireless lan and works great...

Please help,

Kind Regards
[Touch 3G General] dcagn:
Hi

I wonder if i can access the registry in my jade via my computer, when i sync i see all files except the registry is there a way to see the registry as well.

Thanks
[Touch 3G General] Matzeee:
Easier Scrolling: Change Sensitivity

For me I found out a very easy way to improve the scrolling by just increasing the sensitivity of the touchscreen!

Just change those two values in the Registry:

General Sensitivity:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Drivers\TouchPanel

change value "PressureThreshold" from 47 to 10 or whatever you feel is the best for you

Scrolling Sensitivity:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\OEM\TFLOSettings

change value "FingerPressure" form 19 to 1 or whatever you feel is the best for you
[Touch 3G General] Zero One:
Didn't make a big difference for me.
[Touch 3G General] :
random comments
[Touch 3G General] azahidi:
Explorer has some limitations in renaming and meddling with files. Try Total Commander (free download) .

or

Copy file to PC, Rename, and copy back to Phone. SoftReset. It should be fine. :)
[Touch 3G General] lexx2009:
Battery Indicator

I found a program which customizes the battery indicator showing strenght in procent. Battery appears white, so it matches the original top bar.

It will add also new icons in call history, that I don't know why, but isn't bothering.:D

Good luck!
[Touch 3G General] izzyzc:
^^Screenshots please....
[Touch 3G General] azahidi:
Personalise Your Manila2D Home Tab

You can personalise you Home tab (regardless of what skin you use) by editing this background file hh_fw_background.png in \windows. In the attached example, I've put my name in the background. You can put any text or even pictures. You may use any graphics apps. especially that can deal with transparent background. I recommend GIMP.

Note

: This background will appear in every tab, but in some tabs will be covered by other icons or graphics that take the whole page e.g. program, people and weather tabs.

If you prefer to customise just the home tab, you may modify the clock graphics (hh_hm_colon.png) as long as you do not move or modify the clock positions. You can add anything at other vacant spaces (e.g your name or add your photo). This appears only in the home tab and not other tabs.

Have fun with your innovation. :cool:
[Touch 3G General] zabumba:
Hello! I use this tweak:

HKCU\Control Panel\Keybd\

and create REG_DWORD "DefaultKeyLock" Value "0"

to make the phone wake up with the press of any button, but this makes the volume button to stay unlocked when I lock the phone (pressing the end call button). Is there a way to make only one button (besides the power button) wake up the phone?

Thanks,
[Touch 3G General] azahidi:
Even when the registry HKCU\Control Panel\Keybd\DefaultKeyLock = "1" , when the phone is locked, the volume button is still operative (unlocked). For now, what you're asking... no idea.
[Touch 3G General] azahidi:
M2D Mail Tab Skin

Bored with the dull default mail tab ??

You can customise the display of your mail tab. Example below.

How to Install ? (applicable to any skin)

1) Unzip the attached file

2) Disable M2D

3) Copy the 3 files to \windows.

4) Enable M2D ......Walla

you may also edit the 3 files to your own liking.
[Touch 3G General] johnny2467:
Thanks Azahidi

Thanks for the info
[Touch 3G General] tatoone:
Where I find the battery indicator of your screenshot?

Thanks.
[Touch 3G General] azahidi:
Find it here http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=3330601&postcount=69.

Pls note.. it goes together with other taskbar icons. Have fun.
[Touch 3G General] azahidi:
TF2D (M2D) Transparent Slider

How to install ?

1) Copy these 2 files from \windows (hh_fw_tabbtn_mask.png and hh_fw_tabbtn.png) to a folder (in case you need to revert)

2) Unzip the attached file below

3) Disable (uncheck) Touchflo (Start - Settings - Personal - Today - Items)

4) Copy the 2 files (hh_fw_tabbtn_mask.png and hh_fw_tabbtn.png) to phone \windows (replace)

5) Enable Touchflo

This should work on all skins.

Note

: I am not posting the icons as people have their own preferences.
[Touch 3G General] Marcell-o:
phone lock after on/off button.

When you lock the phone by the on/off button it's locked.

When the phone rings, you get a message or the alarm is ringing e/d, the lock is gone. So when it's ringing en you try to get the verry loved phone from youre pocket it's possible that you hang up or push a soft button.

the same thing happens when your phone is beneath your pillow and the alarm is ringing. the phone is not locked again..

long version short: the same option in the old batterystatus "autolock phone" (or something)

is there a verry litlle program or registry tweak to change this?
[Touch 3G General] azahidi:
phone lock after on/off button

Yes, if you just press the on/off button. This puts the phone to "sleep". If you "lock" using method in post #10 above, it will lock the phone automatically again after responding to phone call or alarm.

Sorry cannot understand what is required/intended out of this.
[Touch 3G General] Marcell-o:
thx

i was already using that option :)

sometimes i forget, it's handy that it locks automaticaly
[Touch 3G General] azahidi:
Customised M2D Call History Buttons.

Should be applicable to all skins.

How to install?

Just unzip the attached file and copy the .png files to \windows. Restart

(please keep the original files in case you find that the default buttons look better and want to revert)
[Touch 3G General] cincaluk:
Salam Zahidi,

in your post #10, I can't find any "Edit SK2Cmd" or "Edit SK2" in my registry. It have, the "EditSK1Cmd" & "Edit SK1" only..

I want to get rid of the program softkey & replaced it with Lock phone.

I've browse through the Manila 2D Customizer program, but not so confident to try them..

your help is really appreciated..thx
[Touch 3G General] azahidi:
If it's not there, then you have to add the parameters.

tap +Add Value+ - key in SK2Cmd - check String - save -- and proceed from there. Same for SK2.
[Touch 3G General] cincaluk:
got it....

walla...now to lock the phone is just a click away..

thx bro! :D
[Touch 3G General] cincaluk:
got another problem with the transparent glider...

I can't paste the 2 files to windows folder..it says either the folder is read only or I do not have enough permission to do that..

i've try to paste it from PC but the same error occured...any idea how to fix it??

thx
[Touch 3G General] azahidi:
Try this...

rename the files to ***.old or move them to another folder.

then copy/move the new files to \windows.

This should work.. :)
[Touch 3G General] keltong:
Hi, the original file is read-only so even after I change the file I can't copy it back. Is there someway I can remove the read-only status of the file? Thanks.
[Touch 3G General] keltong:
Just realise the file is in the ROM, does that means I cannot change it?
[Touch 3G General] azahidi:
No, the file is not in ROM. It belongs to M2D. It's editable and replaceable, as I have done it. That's how the skinners do it too.

Actually I find it better to modify the clock graphics (hh_hm_colon.png) as long as you do not move the clock positions. You can add anything at other vacant spaces (e.g your name). This appears only in the home tab and not other tabs. Have fun :cool:
[Touch 3G General] keltong:
Thanks! I will try it out :)
[Touch 3G General] izzyzc:
Make your Jade's touchscreen more sensitive...

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=469865

Thanks to azharsunny!!
[Touch 3G General] cincaluk:
azahadi,

sorry to troubled you, but I faced another difficulties here....

I install pocket islam (the only software that has azan & works with jade so far...unless someone can recommend me other software)...the problem is, my taskbar is reverting to the default taskbar you've normally seen in win xp..(per picture below)

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I've tried to install a lot of themes that comes with taskbar, but it does not changed at all...I've try soft resetting many times but nothing changed..even uninstalling the apps does not revert the taskbar into its original state

do you have any ideas on what's happening?
[Touch 3G General] azahidi:
I am not quite sure of your customisation history, but anyway I'll share my understanding.

Usually, when you install a theme (Settings - Today - Appearance), the taskbar colors come with the theme. So it will change the default taskbar colors and stays there until you change to another theme, even when you run any application (including Pocket Islam). Applications usually does not change the taskbar.

The best way to test is to

uncheck

Touchflo (in Settings - Today - Items) and see if the theme works properly.

Now, when you run TF2D (uncheck everything else except TF in Today items), your theme is in the background, TF2D takes front except the taskbar colors.
[Touch 3G General] tropical cactus:
Hi Azahidi, you seem to know alot about customization. Some of the links seem to be quite daunting and hard to understand. So far, the only customization I've done on my Jade has been to install Spb mobile shell and greatbal_Manila2D theme. I've downloaded the M2DC file and some of the themes from the link but I'm a bit worried about getting lost. Things like registry key I don't know. Do I have to remove the existing Spb mobile shell etc.? A step by step from you will be most helpful. Looking forward to hearing from you.
[Touch 3G General] azahidi:
Hi TropCac,

I understand some of the customisation links were not well presented and requires very thorough reading and imagination. Some assumes that readers have the basics of doing things, like registry edits and managing files, etc. and expects followers to do their own background reading, which indeed requires some effort. For me to summarise all those will also be very taxing. But anyway, to try to help you and others who needs help, shall we take this approach .. ?

We'll tackle a problem one at a time. You post what particular assistance you need (or what problem you have in doing) and we all try to advise or offer solution, if we have one. This way, other readers can also benefit. Cheers.
[Touch 3G General] azahidi:
Tips and Tricks - Sharing Experience

For TF2D

1) Put your most frequently used tabs in the 1st 4 tabs after "Home". This way you save time sliding to the required tab. You can just tap the visible tab icons (without having to slide). e.g if you very frequently look at the weather, put the Weather tab second. How ? Use Manila2D Customiser (see post #1 item #1) arrange Tab position.

2) Program Tab - For your three most frequently used applications / software put them in the 3rd row of the Program tab, most frequently used in the middle column . This will minimise your thumb movement (assuming using only one hand) after tapping the Program tab.

3) People Tab - Put you three most favorite contacts at the 2nd row of the tab, the most frequently called person in the middle. This will minimise your thumb movement.

Changing Phone Volume / Silent / Vibrate

Just press the volume hard button and select from there.
[Touch 3G General] tropical cactus:
Thanks for your offer. Will start customization when I've some free time. Cheers.
[Touch 3G General] izzyzc:
Password locking your Jade using ON/OFF button

I've discovered that setting the Windows built-in device lock (located in Start>Settings>Personal>Lock, for those who may ask) to 0 MINUTES will enable you to password lock the phone using the ON/OFF button...

First press of the button will put the phone to sleep.. When you wake it up, it will ask for your password...

Try it on other devices and see if it works...

HTH! :)
[Touch 3G General] pkoumoutsos:
in the file HKLM\Software\HTC\manila2D\Home\ i just find a string value named default without any value set...i cant find the SK2Cmd and SK2....any help????
[Touch 3G General] azahidi:
Just add the parameters and values (use total commander or any other editor)

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=3399346&postcount=37
[Touch 3G General] godlim98:
How to make the homescreen top/bottom curtain transparent, wallpaper looks bigger

Hi,

Can anybody advise me on how to make the top and bottom curtain of the home screen becomes transparent so that the wallpaper looks bigger.

I just installed real diamond theme(.cab) in my Jade.

Thanks in advance for your advise.

Vincent
[Touch 3G General] azahidi:
If you're not thinking of modifying the HTCHomeSettings.xml file then you have to modify these 2 graphic files hh_fw_tab_bg_fill.png and hh_fw_title.png to make it transparent, use GIMP or any other graphics editor. (keep the pixel size same as default)