[Desire HD Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] PG101:
FAQ

Notes

1. This FAQ is applicable mostly to LeeDroid ROMS. Some of the parts can be explored on other ROMs (Stock or Custom).

2. PLease read the forums linked to this FAQ for much detailed information.

3. This FAQ has been created by taking into the suggestions of many other members who are tirelessly helping each other on this thread and XDA. Credits where due are mentioned. I have merely put it all together. (Ofcourse with some input from my side :))

4. Please PM me if you would like to add something to the FAQ.

5. This FAQ is in no specific order other than what came first as a problem to me and was then sorted by troubleshooting.

6. Flashing means installing a new ROM/Radio on to your DHD.

7. Stock ROM: is the official ROM from HTC.

8. About Kernels: Pls note that there no custom kernal for base ROM 1.72. So DONOT Install a custom Kernel.

9. Please note that this is the first version of the FAQ, a lot of things will be done :) - Open to suggestions!

So we Begin :)

Q: How do I flash this ROM?

A: To flash this ROM, you will first need to ROOT your DHD, then apply the Radio S-OFF, S-OFF

---Root> Radio S OFF> S OFF (This is the preferred order)

It is highly recommended that you root your device before upgrading from 1.32 base to 1.72 as currently there is no root available for the 1.72

Q: How do I install Clockwork Recovery?

A: The easiest way is to root your phone as above and download Rom Manager from the Market, which has an option to install C'Work Recovery

Q: I have problems in signal and wifi strength.

A: It is recommended that you flash radio 26.04.02.17_M2 to work the LeeDroid base 1.72 Roms effectively.

Q: How do I flash a radio?

A: Flashing Radio - Guide (Thanks to leith51)

Q. I am getting SuperUser error on the LeeDroid 1.3.

A: Please flash the 1.3a file over the 1.3 ROM. Donot Wipe. Or Flash the 1.3b or higher ROM (usual flash process)

Q: I want to run a software/hardware check on my DHD.

A: Dial *#*#3424#*#*

Q: I put the .apk on my SD card but how do I now Install?

A: You will need a file explorer, use Astro (in LeeDroid ROM) or download one from the Market. Using it, go to the location on the SD Card where you have put the .apk and click to install.

Q: I am unable to copy anything from the PC to the DHD.

A: Check that USB debugging is on. Settings> Applications> Development > now turn on Usb debugging.

Q: Can I format my SD card? How?

A: Yes, you can! Be sure to back up the app data folders, otehrwise you may experience some problems with some applications. Connect the phone to the PC in disk drive mode. From MY computer on your PC, locate the phone drive, and format.

Q: I am unable to assign a ringtone to contact!

A: This is a typical HTC issue. The alternative is to open the Music app from all programs, select the song, click on the capacitive menu button and select set as ringtone.. follow further. (Thanks to LeeDroid)

Q: What do you mean by capacitive buttons?

A: These are the four buttons below the screen on your DHD.

Q: I cannot adjust the pic size while assigning it to a contact, the pinch to zoom doesnt work.

A: If you press and hold the corner of the box that appears on the pic while doing the above, ou can actually adjust the size of the pic to be shown. This is the only was known at the moment. (Discovered by prateekgujral.)

Q: How do I get rid of the vibration feedback

A: Setting> Sounds> (Scroll down) to Vibrate feedback << un-check

(Note: If you uncheck this you will loose vibration everywhere, even on the capacitive buttons.)

Q: The sounds on my DHD are quite low.

A: Check in Settings> Sounds> Volume

Q: I need ringtones/ notification tones on the system.

A: The best way to do so is before flashing open the zip (donot extract). Go to /system/media/audio - Drop your .mp3 into the respective folders.

Remember > You have not extracted the .zip, so once you drop it and close the zip, it will be there. Now flash as normal.

Q: Some programs are not responding, DHD is getting slow.

A.

1. Try rebooting (Normal).

2. Check the third party installations and compatibility.

3. Second last resort: Factory re-set and reflash the LeeDroid Rom.

4. Last resort: Full Wipe and flash the LeeDroid ROM.

Q: My Mobile data is not working.

A: Check the settings in Settings> Wireless and Networks> Mobile Networks

If there are no settings, contact your carrier provider to get the settings.

Q: How do I stop the screen from auto rotating?

A: Settings> > Display > Uncheck Auto Rotate

Q: I am playing Teeter but the caliberation is out.

A: Settings> Display> G Sensor Caliberation (Follow instructions).