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[HD2 Accessories] amanyasin:
How to join LCD with digitizer??

As LCD of my HTC HD2 was broken so, i bought only LCD but i dont understand

- how i can stuck LCD and digitizer with each other?

- when i separate old LCD from digitizer i think there was something like liquid between them, but now new LCD has not any liquid on it and also previous one also i need to clean it.

Thanks in advance.
[HD2 Accessories] Emschertal:
I think I would never try to change the screen on my own...

I also have display issues, but I don't want to do it on my own...
[HD2 Accessories] Dakargr:
Well...... the steps are really easy...all ya need is a steady hand and patience!!!

If the Touch Screen is broken then the LDS is DOOMED as well....cause lets say glued with an

3M VHB TAPE

(its a double side Very Very..strong tape) HD2 it has the same setup as the Iphone... LCD and Touch - One thing (Damm)

So lets get started with the Toolz you will be needed..

One

T4 Type SCREWDRIVER

.

One

Swiss Army knife

( the simplies out there! not the one that makes coffe)! or one small knife with pointed edge!

The

3M tape

as i said above.

One

one nose pliers

(dont laugh its a great tool! haha)

And of course a room with no kids or your wife in it...cause you are gonna break more your HD2 :)

And here we go!!!!

First you remove the 4 screws from the back...Then you take the knife and from the side of the housing and take out the Touch.. dont be sensitive with it ..its broken anyway... cause its glued with the LCD! So when you remove them both you take the new LCD very very carefully and place it into the housing..(you can practice with the broken one on the housing to see how it is fitting in..! ) and now its the big part...you will have to do some ART with the 3M tape and your Touch...slowly slowly place the 3M tape around of the Touch (you will have to cut it with the knife to fit right!) then when you have finished with it..make sure you clean all the surface of both LCD and Touch from your fingerprints! then you remove the uperside of the tape with the nose pliers and place it gently on the housing!

WARNING

! dont push it hard you will break the LCD !!! AND NEVER PLACE ANY KIND OF GLUE IN THE DEVICE!!!

Thats all! I hope i helped a little...i am open to any questions i can help ..thanks ;)
[HD2 Accessories] jowelvjoy:
i bricked my digitizer i detached the digitizer by 2 hrs trying now am waiting for my digitizer throw eBay
[HD2 Accessories] mustang_3kgt:
Where did you buy the screen + digitizer? I have a T Mobile HD2 with both broken and I'm looking to fix it. Thanks for your help.
[HD2 Accessories] Shadow Samurai:
I was replacing the screen and digitizer on my tmobile hd2 and I accidently broke off the white plastic that holds the lcd/digi ribbon cable to the motherboard...is there any possible way to get the cable to stay down and in place!!
[HD2 Accessories] bilaba70:
Hey, the USB port of my HD2 broke off and I was forced to replace the motherboard. When I assembled the HD2 again, I could immediately see that there was something wrong with my screen. The screen couldn't display full color (only bright red/orange/white/dark green/cyan accents). Also, the 'hang-up button isn't responding anymore after I replaced the motherboard (and flexcable).

What happened? Is there something wrong with the lcd display or did something go wrong when I (dis)assembled the phone? I took the motherboard and the flexcable from another HD2 that had a broken display.

Thanks in advance.
[HD2 Accessories] lavagirl:
welcomes myself to the club of broken screens.

Folks, I have a TMOUS HTC HD2, any links to where I could buy the LCD+Digitizer?

- I have been googling for many hours and could not find any TMOUS USA parts

- Ebay is returning few searches but none of them have TMOBILE lable on the screen...

I really appreciate if anyone can point me to one, thanks a bunch in advance.
[HD2 Accessories] archat68:
I replaced the digitizer myself but having some alignment problem. I will have to reopen the phone and remove the digitizer and fix it again.

Also can anybody post a picture where to fix the double sided tapes to fix the LCD module and chassis.
[HD2 Accessories] farcry27:
Hi guys:

I have a European version, wondering if the US TMobile Replacement Touch screen will fit?

Apart from the slight difference in case size, apparently the screen connections might be different.
[HD2 Accessories] farcry27:
Just for info: iFixit has a good tutorial:

http://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Installing-HTC-HD2-PB81120-Screen/5651/9
[HD2 Accessories] songokussm:
how necessary is it to order the lcd as well?

a digitizer is 20 bucks. an lcd+digitizer is 60 with a 2 week wait. or 70 with a week wait.

thank you :)

PS my screen isn't cracked at all. just the digitizer stops working whenever the screen is shutoff. A hard end button press works, but it will eventually die. Through reading this thread it looks like a replacement is the only fix.
[HD2 Accessories] Mister B:
All down to your ability, best option is start strip first & upgrade if if required.

Also depends on current screen type too, if on older soldered 295 type then an upgrade to 300type full assembly is a good move.

Just digitizer is cheap but if fitted badly next to useless repair.

Bonding of digi must be dust proof, correct hight & alignment & strong, 3m tape alone really ain't up for the job long term ...
[HD2 Accessories] perseus68:
Hi Nuki

I perfectly understand how you felt because I just broke off the screen (digitizer only) of mt T-Mobile HD2 :(

I wrote to those guys http://www.undercutter.co.uk/HTC-screen-repair, as suggested by another forum member and it looks like they can repair it, even if it's the USA T-Mobile version of the phone.

Anybody already tried with undercutter in the U.K. ?

Thanks

Marco
[HD2 Accessories] dany121:
Question

I have a simple question. I need to change the lcd+digitizer but I'm worried about something after the replacament. After you disasamble and reasamble the device the Sms,Files and other documents that I have on the phone's memory will be still on? The dissasambleling will not effect on something like factory reset and delete all my files, smses,contacts?

sorry for my bad english.
[HD2 Accessories] Mister B:
No but good idea to backup as if repair goes badly you won't have a running device.
[HD2 Accessories] emersonvier:
I have T8585, I broke my glass, but work very well...

I need buy digitizer, but can I know the model of this

Conector or solder?
[HD2 Accessories] sellparts:
may be this can help you

HTC Touch HD2 Touch Screen with Digitizer

HTC Touch HD2 LCD Screen with Digitizer

HTC Touch HD2 LCD Screen with Digitizer

you can buy it at dealrepairs.com
[HD2 Accessories] M3lloW1:
repaired mine in a shop but the new glass is getting much easyier damage.... try to sell your broken touchscreen it brought me 35€ on ebay xD
[HD2 Accessories] suicidalsam:
here is a detailed video tutorial on how to disassemble HTC HD2

youtube.com/watch?v=-GbvBXqkNYs

used this vid to change mine! :) touch digitizer cost me around $20

there are two types of touch digitizer, one needs to be soldered to the LCD flex, another plugs in. if you've got a soldered version, send it to a professional.

FYI HD2 Tmous has a plug in flex.
[HD2 Accessories] Bullet92:
My digi just died. Actually it stopped working and few days after it worked for 5-10mins and then died again so I have a question for you guys here.

my number in tri color mod is 0x030 which means that I have solder type digi I guess? If I replace lcd+digi I don't have to worry which type of connection it is since I don't connect digi on board but lcd?

Can you recommend me some lcd+digi or only digi from ebay? I have EU model with 512MB RAM. If you need some additional info, I'll give it asap.

Thank you and looking forward to get some help here cause I don't want to get rid of this kingphone :)
[HD2 Accessories] Mister B:
Have some links to parts in HD2 wiki section, if replacing lcd & digi then not important if solder or socket as they will already be a matched assembled set.

I would aim at doing the repair with digi only as it cheaper & original lcd is far better than what you get when buying complete assembly & they don't assemble with very good tape in general.

Make sure to buy the assembly tapes including the black shaped padded tapes for top & bottom of digi to chassis as without them the finish assembly will be poor.

few points in this thread may be of help ... http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2489363
[HD2 Accessories] Bullet92:
Thank you for quick answer. So I found just one digi which is solder type with normal price but just to ask here anyway:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Full-Touch-Screen-Digitizer-LCD-Display-Assembly-For-HTC-HD2-T8585-Tools-/130978837400?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=&hash=item1e7ef27398

any other suggestions?
[HD2 Accessories] Mister B:
Should be ok ...

Only suggestion is remove digitizer first before order parts as if damage LCD then you will need lcd/digi assembly.

Only other thing is take a lot of care & review images or ask questions if needed.

Many of the guides are rubbish & strip the device far more than needed, all the volume button plus cables that run down by it and 85% of the flex ribbon can stay stuck in original factory position which saves the normal hassles of damaged/poor function volume key or dead camera lens & led ... good luck ...
[HD2 Accessories] gabbs:
http://www.xdarepairs.co.uk/welcome.asp

check that site..they say they can do the repair..

http://www.undercutter.co.uk/HTC-screen-repair

that other one charges £85 for full repair and collection and delivery..

let us know how you get on mate..
[HD2 Accessories] xokos:
If you wan't my advice just send it to HTC, or any oficial repair store.

I've tried to change that same part on the diamond and everthing was fine till i discover that the screen it's glued to the digitizer and you can´t separet then whithout breaking the screen.

Then you just have to go and buy another screen, that's the expensive part :(

Send it to an oficial store, keep the waranty.It's about the same price you pay for only the screen.

Sorry my bad english.Out of practice...
[HD2 Accessories] Tamashii:
Mine was cracked the same way, but the queastion is..

If it's really glued to the digitez why would they sell it seperately?

In fact, I tried to remove a small little piece of cracked glace from my touchscreen and I guess it was glued..

But I still want to believe that we can fix it.. what happened at ur end? have you found anything?
[HD2 Accessories] marie75:
hi I found this if it can help you I can translate it

good luck

itg's on: wmfrance.com/ demontage-dun-htc-hd-2

I'm not permitted to post outside links !
[HD2 Accessories] _ads_:
Holy cow! :eek: Seeing that has scared me. Luckily I have never damaged any phone I've owned but having posted this reply I might of jinxed myself........duh
[HD2 Accessories] nuki:
Thanks to all

I have two options:

1. Repair on the official service of HTC, here in my country. About 260 € (370 $) :eek::eek::eek::eek:

2. Change the display, but would need the two screens together, and I can't find anywhere (only the external display). Apparently separating and uniting the two screens is quite difficult. So, I look somewhere to buy the two together

Any idea?
[HD2 Accessories] archers3001:
If you not had the phone long get insurance on the phone and give it a week or two then phone them. And tell them get it done that way
[HD2 Accessories] jronimo:
i assume the touch screen still works? had the same damage to my phone after a 8 inch drop. only thermopane was replaced with a total cost of about 250 euros (350 usd)
[HD2 Accessories] tgaguilera:
hey guys I have the same problem. If you get a video tutorial on how to replace please post it!

here is my small contribution: if you have a local Chinatown, they might replace/repair the HD2. I went to the Chinatown in my native country and a couple of stores said that if I got the parts they would fix it. I was there for a short time so I couldn't get the parts. :(

I'll give it a try in France in a couple of weeks and give you the results :)
[HD2 Accessories] paulking:
you're 6'4" at waist height? :eek: :eek: :eek:

:D :p
[HD2 Accessories] manolis1976:
i have the opposite problem i cracked the lcd screen and the glass is perfect!!!Any ideas where can i buy a complete glass-lcd screen???
[HD2 Accessories] volcanomed:
I have the same problem. Please if you know where can i buy lcd screen + glass help me. Thanks
[HD2 Accessories] mr.hellmaker:
searching for LCD+Touchpanel too.
[HD2 Accessories] roul174:
it is maybe outta topic now, but i got the same accident, phone is still in Warranty period, so i ask official service for my country, price has been about 4500CZK it means 150EUR or $250. service work charge has not been som much to do it at home in dust.

problem is by the service man, that manufacturer designed HD2 like 2 single part product, so it si necessary to change face part completely, touch glaas and display together, it is stick together and stick together with surrounding construction at face side. :-(

cheers,

O.
[HD2 Accessories] FloatHeavy:
I have broken down this phone to the bezel seeking to replace only the digitizer. Jokes on me.

There is no pictures showing how to separate the lcd+digitizer from the plastic bezel. It is heavily glued and I used a gift card as a wedge to separate them.

Now I'm holding the lcd+ digi unit. Still, the digitizer and glass are glued to the LCD. Also the digitizer flex is SOLDERED to back of lcd.

I don’t know first thing about soldering. If I did, this fix would be easy.

Looks like people like myself have to wait for the digitizer+lcd bundle before we can fully repair.

Anybody got an HD2 SERVICE MANUAL?!?!?!

Eventually there will be more distro for HD2 parts. Just hang tight. I'm hanging with you until then!
[HD2 Accessories] Ostthug2k:
guys just go to Ebay...they got the digitizers for about 50 USD
[HD2 Accessories] FloatHeavy:
We have already discussed this.

The digitizer is not easily removable from LCD, so we are waiting for LCD or Digi+LCD's to be sold.

Read thread.
[HD2 Accessories] m0j0j0j0123:
Reading this topic is like thinking about getting knee'd in the nuts, very unpleasent. Feel for you guys with the damaged screens, hope all turns out well :(
[HD2 Accessories] chalid:
could you take some pictures?
[HD2 Accessories] kilrah:
Erm those are digitizers only as well, the post you quoted says he needs the LCD, not the digitizer.
[HD2 Accessories] FloatHeavy:
Fa Sho:

I'm a newb so forums don't let me post external links, bear with me.

htc_hd2_LCDwithBezel.jpg

This shot shows how you can see the digitizer chip+terminal (lower left) while the lcd+digi is still together with plastic/metal bezel.

htc_hd2_LCDserialPart.jpg

This shot shows the LCD back after separated from plastic/metal bezel. See where adhesive used to be?

htc_hd2_DigiTerminal2.jpg

In this you can see the terminal where the Digitizer flex connects to lcd. This is not a typical slide-in-latch-down digitizer connection. It looks soldered.

If you want more pics/vids. Just holler at me and I will post. Seems that I'm the only source of this phone disassembled at the moment. Mine is staying disassembled until I can find the LCD for sale. There were smaller parts not seen in the images above (small wires). Nothing big, but if you want to see all the guts just let me know.
[HD2 Accessories] chalid:
thank you very much!

soldering isn't that hard (the pins seem to be far enough apart, even if you havn't done anything like that before). you should try it. especially if you wanted to wait for the LCD+digitizer combination you have nothing to lose by trying to seperate the digitizer and LCD.

soldering iron for rare usage isn't that expansive either. you can check youtube for tutorials. its basically a 10 minutes thing to learn. the solder can be easily removed if it didn't work the first time.

could you explain a little more detailed how you seperated bezel and LCD?
[HD2 Accessories] FloatHeavy:
I'm currently away from my computer. But am excited to let u know that I have been to a local cellphone shop and they were pleased to de solder the connection for me for free.

I will post pics of the de soldered connection when I get home!

My best guess is that I might be able to separate the digitizer and glass from the LCD via some gentle consistant heat.

My second guess is that being a capacitive touch device, separating might be similar to the iPhone2G LCD digi combo.

What do you think of the approach?

I would like feedback before I pull the hairdryer out and get to work!

Pics in a second. I want to restate, if anybody knows a method to get a service manual I will be greatful!
[HD2 Accessories] chalid:
The heat will work eventually to weaken the glue and seperate digitizer and LCD, but be careful: the LCD might not be too resistant to heat.
[HD2 Accessories] FloatHeavy:
I will be reposting these same images via imageshack in a thread I made for "general" disassembly. But ITT i will make it an attachment to forum.

To see my "general" disassembly thread:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=640328

For this specific lcd replacement thread I will continue to attach .jpg's to posts for archiving.
[HD2 Accessories] xenept:
Videos here for disassembly:

http://www.crunchgear.com/2010/03/02/official-htc-step-by-step-video-for-disassembling-the-htc-hd2/

Make sure you have clean underpants.
[HD2 Accessories] GamerMYJ:
Damn dude... Im being so careful with my HD2, its coming soon! :D

If you order off of networkingRUs.com, you can get a 2 year warentty with accidentals for 85 for the HD2. Good price!
[HD2 Accessories] chrisdadd:
LCD and Digitiser have to be replaced together

MobilePhoneRepairs responded to me in less than an hour quoting £80 incl VAT for a turnaround but then realised they had to replace the LCD too and they can't get the part for that yet.

Has anyone managed to separate the two pieces ?

I have to get this fixed pronto and I can't afford to buy a new one!
[HD2 Accessories] bkindyfire911:
hd2 screen

i have unfortunately today i broke my screen in particular my digitizer, i had put on an invisible shield so the screen is secure and completely usable although very unsightly. i would recommend that everyone install an invisible shield or similar product in terms of screen digitiser and i can confirm it does not effect the multi touch or capacitive function in any way whatsoever you will not notice any difference in responsiveness whatsoever. i emailed htc on their support page and i had a reply from turnonyourmobile who are the offical uk repairist for htc, using their service will not void your warrantie, the cost is 59.99 gbp for the replacement and postal services. separation of the lcd and digitizer require the use of a mechanical oven to weaken the glue as seen in the htc service video i would not recommend trying this at home, and lets face it most insurance plans take a long time to deliver will charge an excess of nearly 50 pounds unless the damage happens 6 months after you taking out the policy. the 60 pound replacement is a far better service!

finaly there is a requirement certainly in english law (im not sure of the legislation in the united states) that an object be fit for purpose, it has to be implyed that a mobile phone will be droped at some point, and for the screen to smash if dropped from any "especial from the hip to perhaps a table" hight is a serious issue i highly doubt that any resonable person would expect a screen of a mobile device to be used in the pocket the be made of fragile glass. i appreciate that all mobile devices are starting to use these screens because of the screen technology however there is certainly an argument to say capacitive screens are not fit for purpose in terms of sufficient durability note that nowhere in any of the advertisement by any manufacturer of capacitive phones that the screen is made of fragile glass.

regarless of the above i love the hd2 its a remarkable piece of kit in terms of technology and in September 2011 when im due for my next upgrade i cannot wait to see what phone technology will offer.
[HD2 Accessories] lquigley:
networkingrus

This co. is fantastic to deal with! I bought my hd, & hd2 from them,& yes, the extended warranty. "Ron" is the "man" Quig
[HD2 Accessories] ms7821:
I emailed Turn On Your Mobile, and they "definitely do not do" this. As far as I can tell, they can't currently repair broken HD2 screens, as they are waiting on stock of the LCDs. Which service video are you talking about?

I'm afraid it's expected for a high-end luxury device to be fragile. You can't drop a laptop or wine glass from a table and expect it not to break. The only problem is that the digitizer is hard to replace on its own, but laptop manufacturers have set a precedent for flat-rate repair costs and 14-day turnarounds. There is a trend towards simpler repairs, and a consumer campaign might help, but beyond that you can only really complain to your provider.

Mark
[HD2 Accessories] donki:
Oh Dear

Wish I'd read this thread more fully before forking out for a new digitizer screen. :(

But what the heck. Done one before and am confident can do this one too. If so will let the whole world know how for FREE.

Hopefully, post results by the weekend.
[HD2 Accessories] GamerMYJ:
Have you ever had any problems with the HD2, and is their service to fix it good?
[HD2 Accessories] bkindyfire911:
in respect of Turn On Your Mobile i was indeed misinformed of their official status, and i have now had two emails off them regarding the cracked digitiser not the whole LCM unit only htc can provide the whole LCM.

Good morning ...... and thank you for the repair enquiry

The cost to repair the device is £79.99 including VAT and return postage

Network: orange

Manufacturer: HTC

Phone: HD2/LEO

Problem: lcd

Data Recovery Selected: No

Comments/Other Issue:

the digitiser on my hd2 has cracked and needs replacement.

and

Good morning ....... and thank you for the repair enquiry

The cost to repair the device is £59.99 including VAT and return postage

Network: Vodafone

Manufacturer: HTC

Phone: HD2/LEO

Problem: lcd

Data Recovery Selected: No

Comments/Other Issue:

digitiser smashed

as you can see they gave two different quotes over two days, to replace the digitizer! it may well be that this is incorrect and an automatically generated email, i would be happy to forward both messages to anyone who wants verification of the quote. will not be using this service as it voids the manufactures warranty

regarding the fitness for purpose you must use examples which match the description of the device in question, a wine glass is not a portable device the manufacturer does not expect you to carry it around in your pocket, and a laptop is expected to be used on a stable surface and transported in a padded carry bag. a mobile phone or pda is not expected to reside in a padded bag for the duration of it use "only whilst stowed away" and the manufacturer expects you to carry the device in your pocket and use it in the street.

applying your reasoning to those situations it would be apparent that the use of glass as the outermost covering for a screen is a possible breach of the items fitness for purpose as any knock resulting from everyday jostling whist in your pocket could break it. furthermore to not provide a repair service for replacement of the digitizer in view of its fragile nature, and in light of other capacitive phones and their serviceability, seems to put the consumer at a manifest disadvantage.
[HD2 Accessories] XiDiX:
I'm sure you'll like this (if it isn't posted here before...:))

http://pocketnow.com/hardware-1/official-htc-hd2-disassembly-assembly-training-videos-leaked