HTC One Max Verizon User Guide
User Guide
2 Contents
Contents
Unboxing
HTC One max 16
Back cover 18
Your Verizon Wireless SIM card 22
Storage card 24
Charging the battery 26
Switching the power on or off 27
Want some quick guidance on your phone? 28
Phone setup and transfer
Setting up your new phone for the first time 29
Transferring content from an Android phone 30
Transferring content from an iPhone 32
Transferring contacts from your old phone through Bluetooth 32
Getting contacts and other content into HTC One max 33
Transferring photos, videos, and music between your phone and
computer 34
Home screen 35
Getting to know your settings 36
About the fingerprint scanner 37
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Updating your phone's software 39
Getting apps from Google Play 41
Downloading apps from the web 42
Uninstalling an app 43
Your first week with your new phone
About your phone 44
Basics 48
HTC BlinkFeed 64
Notifications 70
Working with text 72
Battery 81
Camera
Camera basics 87
Taking a photo 89
Recording video 89
Taking continuous camera shots 90
Camera scenes 91
Improving portrait shots 91
Taking a self portrait 92
Taking HTC Zoe photos 92
Taking a panoramic photo 94
Using dual capture mode 94
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Using HDR 95
Recording videos in slow motion 96
Tips for capturing better photos 96
Gallery
Viewing photos and videos in Gallery 100
Watching and trimming a video 102
Viewing photo highlights 103
Saving a photo from a video 103
Organizing your photos and videos 104
Editing your photos 106
Sharing or saving a frame from an HTC Zoe photo 109
Viewing photos in your social networks 109
Changing the video playback speed 111
Viewing and editing Video Highlights 112
Creating an animated gif 113
Creating an action sequence shot 114
Editing a group shot 115
Removing unwanted objects in a photo 116
Sending your photos and videos 117
Sharing your photos on social networks 118
Sharing Video Highlights through HTC Share 119
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Personalizing
Making HTC One max truly yours 123
Changing your wallpaper 123
Personalizing the launch bar 124
Adding a widget to your Home screen 125
Adding apps and other shortcuts on your Home screen 127
Rearranging or removing widgets and icons on your Home screen 127
Arranging apps on the All Apps screen 129
Grouping apps into a folder 130
Hiding or unhiding apps 131
Adding, removing, or arranging widget panels 132
Changing your main Home screen 133
Changing the sounds for your ringtone, notifications, and alarm 133
Rearranging application tabs 134
Adding a widget on the lock screen 134
Phone calls
Making a call with Smart dial 136
Dialing an extension number 137
Returning a missed call 138
Using Speed dial 138
Calling a phone number in a text message 139
Calling a phone number in an email 139
Calling a phone number in a Calendar event 139
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Making an emergency call 140
Receiving calls 141
What can I do during a call 142
Setting up a three-way call 144
Checking calls in the Call History 144
Changing ringtone settings 146
Global Ready 147
Using Assisted dialing 147
Changing the HTC One max network connection 149
Messages
Sending a text message (SMS) 150
Sending a multimedia message (MMS) 151
Sending a group message 153
Resuming a draft message 155
Replying to a message 156
Saving a text message in the Tasks app 158
Forwarding a message 159
Viewing and saving an attachment from a multimedia message 159
Copying a text message to your micro SIM card 160
Deleting messages and conversations 160
Search and web browser
Searching HTC One max and the Web 162
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Getting instant information with Google Now 164
Browsing the Web 167
Bookmarking a webpage 171
Using your browsing history 172
Clearing your browsing history 173
Fun and entertainment
Using Scribble 174
Listening to music 181
Creating and working with playlists 182
Adding a song to the queue 184
Updating album covers and artist photos 185
Setting a song as a ringtone 185
Viewing song lyrics 187
Finding music videos on YouTube 188
Enjoying TV with HTC One max 188
Setting up your remote control 194
Controlling your TV with HTC One max 196
Watching videos on YouTube 197
Connecting to your home entertainment system 199
About HTC Media Link HD 199
Sharing your media on DLNA devices 201
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Storage
Types of storage 202
Copying files to or from HTC One max 203
Making more storage space 203
Encrypting data on HTC One max 205
Sync, backup, and reset
Online sync 207
Backup 211
HTC Sync Manager 217
Reset 231
People
Your contacts list 235
Setting up your profile 237
Adding a new contact 238
Editing a contact’s information 240
Getting in touch with a contact 240
Importing or copying contacts 241
Merging contact information 243
Sending contact information 244
Contact groups 245
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Email
Gmail 248
Mail 251
Travel and maps
Location settings 261
Google Maps 261
HTC Car 268
VZ Navigator 273
Other apps
Using the Clock 275
Checking Weather 276
Viewing the Calendar 277
Scheduling or editing an event 278
Choosing which calendars to show 280
Sharing an event 281
Accepting or declining a meeting invitation 281
Dismissing or snoozing event reminders 282
Keeping track of your tasks 283
Switching to Kid Mode 286
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Internet connections
Data connection 288
Managing your data usage 289
Wi-Fi 291
Wi-Fi Enhanced Connectivity 293
Connecting to a virtual private network (VPN) 294
Using HTC One max as Mobile Hotspot 296
Sharing your mobile data connection by USB tethering 297
Connecting to the Internet through a computer 298
Wi-Fi printing 299
Wireless sharing
Connecting a Bluetooth headset 302
Unpairing from a Bluetooth device 304
Where sent information is saved 304
Receiving files using Bluetooth 305
Sharing content with NFC 307
Settings and security
Checking your phone's HTC Sense version 311
Turning Airplane mode on or off 312
Turning Do not disturb mode on and off 312
Turning automatic screen rotation off 314
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Adjusting the time before the screen turns off 315
Adjusting the screen brightness 315
Touch sounds and vibration 316
Changing the display language 317
Accessibility settings 317
Magnifying your phone's screen 317
Working with certificates 319
Assigning a PIN to help protect your SIM card 320
Showing or hiding notifications on the lock screen 321
Setting a screen lock to help protect HTC One max 321
Setting up a face unlock on your phone 322
Bypassing the lock screen 323
Navigating HTC One max with TalkBack 324
Trademarks and copyrights
Index
12 IMPORTANT CUSTOMER INFORMATION
IMPORTANT CUSTOMER INFORMATION
Please be advised that many services and applications offered through this
unique device are provided by various device manufacturers, operating
system, software and application developers (e.g. Google®, Motorola,
Microsoft®, Palm®, Research in Motion®). If you use, link to or download such
a service, or an application such as a non-Verizon Wireless location based
GPS-type service, chat room, marketplace or social network from this
device, you should carefully review the terms of such service or
application. If you use any of these non-Verizon Wireless services or
applications, personal information you submit may be read, collected, or
used by the service or application provider and/or other users of those
forums.
Verizon Wireless is not responsible for your use of those applications or
information you choose to submit or share with others. Specific terms and
conditions, terms of use, and privacy policies apply to those applications
and services. Please review carefully any and all terms and conditions
applicable to those applications and services including those related to any
location-based services for any particular privacy policies, risks or waivers.
Your Verizon Wireless Customer Agreement Terms and Conditions and
certain other specifically identified terms govern your use of any Verizon
Wireless products and services.
Conventions used in this guide 13
Conventions used in this guide
In this user guide, we use the following symbols to indicate useful and
important information:
This is a note. A note often gives additional information, such as
what happens when you choose to do or not to do a certain
action. A note also provides information that may only be
applicable to some situations.
This is a tip. A tip gives you an alternative way to do a particular
step or procedure, or lets you know of an option that you may find
helpful.
This indicates important information that you need in order to
accomplish a certain task or to get a feature to work properly.
This provides safety precaution information, that is, information
that you need to be careful about to prevent potential problems.
14 Important RF Notice
Important RF Notice
This device was tested for compliance with the applicable FCC and
Industry Canada specific absorption rate (SAR) limits for radio
frequency (RF) exposure during typical body-worn operations. To
ensure that RF exposure levels remain at or below the tested levels,
use a belt-clip, holster, or similar accessory that maintains a
minimum separation distance of 1.0 cm between your body and the
device, with either the front or back of the device facing towards
your body. Such accessories should not contain any metallic
components. Body-worn accessories that do not meet these
specifications may not ensure compliance with applicable SAR limits
and their use should be avoided.
Important note on recoverable data 15
Important note on recoverable data
Files and other data that have been deleted, cleared, removed, or
erased from your device may still be recoverable by third-party data
recovery software. Even a factory reset may not permanently erase
all data from your phone, including personal information.
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Unboxing
HTC One max
Front panel
1. BACK
2. USB connector
3. HOME
4. Dual speakers
5. POWER
6. VOLUME
7. Front camera
8. 3.5mm headset jack
9. IR SENSOR
10. Proximity sensor
11. Notification LED
12. Back cover lock
If you want to use a case, please don't cover and block the
proximity sensor. Purchase a case designed for HTC One max
through any Verizon Wireless store or online at
www.verizonwireless.com.
Back panel
1. LED flash
2. Main camera
3. Fingerprint scanner
4. Back cover
5. NFC touch point
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Back cover
Removing the back cover
1. Securely hold HTC One max facing down.
2. Slide the back cover lock down, and then lift the back cover from
the side.
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Replacing the back cover
1. Align the back cover to the left side of the card slot compartment,
and then insert the tabs into the slots on the left.
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2. Close the back cover and press starting from the top to the bottom.
Make sure that there are no gaps on any side.
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3. Press again on the right side to secure the cover into place, and
then slide the lock all the way to the closed position.
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Your Verizon Wireless SIM card
Use your Verizon Wireless SIM card to make and receive calls, text, and
email messages and surf the Web while traveling outside of the U.S. in
supported destinations.
Your SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card stores your phone
number and other important information. Do not bend or scratch
your SIM card. Avoid exposing it to static electricity, water or dirt.
If your SIM card is lost or damaged while in the U.S., please dial
*611 from your Verizon Wireless device or 1-800-922-0204 from
any phone to speak with a Customer Service Representative. From
outside of the U.S., please refer to the Verizon Wireless Global
Support Guide, welcome letter and calling card that came with
your device. This will enable you to make calls toll free from
landlines in most countries where we offer Global Phone service.
micro SIM card
HTC One max uses a micro SIM card. The micro SIM card contains your
phone number, service details, and memory for storing phonebook
contacts and/or text messages.
Inserting the micro SIM card
1. Take the back cover off.
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2. With the micro SIM card’s gold contacts facing down and its cut-off
corner facing in, insert the micro SIM card all the way into the micro
SIM card slot.
3. Push the micro SIM card in until it clicks into place.
Removing the micro SIM card
Make sure to switch off HTC One max before removing your micro
SIM card.
1. Take the back cover off.
2. Push the micro SIM card in to eject it from its slot, and remove it.
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Storage card
Use an optional storage card to store your photos, videos, and music.
Inserting the storage card
1. Take the back cover off.
2. Insert the microSD™ card into the storage card slot with its gold
contacts facing down and push it into place.
Unmounting the storage card
When you need to remove the storage card while HTC One max is on,
unmount the storage card first to prevent corrupting or damaging the files
in the storage card.
1. Go to Settings, and then tap Storage.
2. Tap Unmount SD card.
Removing the storage card
1. Take the back cover off.
2. Slide the storage card out from its slot.
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Charging the battery
Before you turn on and start using HTC One max, it is recommended that
you charge the battery.
Use only the adapter and the USB cable that came with
HTC One max to charge the battery. When the battery power is
too low, make sure to use the power adapter to charge, not the
USB cable connection with your computer.
1. Insert the small end of the USB cable into the USB connector.
2. Insert the other end of the USB cable into the power adapter.
3. Plug in the power adapter to an electrical outlet to start charging
the battery.
§ As a safety precaution, the battery may stop charging to avoid
overheating.
§ When you're using the Internet and charging the battery,
HTC One max may become warmer. This is normal.
§ To conserve energy, unplug the power adapter from the electrical
outlet after you finish charging.
Switching the power on or off
Switching the power on
Press the POWER button until HTC One max vibrates.
When you turn on HTC One max for the first time, you’ll need to
set it up.
Switching the power off
1. If the display is off, press the POWER button to turn it back on. If
you've set up a lock screen, you need to unlock it.
2. Press and hold the POWER button for a few seconds.
3. Tap Power off on the options menu.
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Want some quick guidance on your phone?
Exploring HTC One max
Tips & Help lets you get the most out of HTC One max in seconds.
§ Ever have the feeling that you're not getting the most out of your
phone? Browse through the friendly walkthroughs on Tips & Help
to learn how. The topics range from intro to advanced and the Tips
& Help feed on the Home screen even recommends topics that you
might like.
§ Need to know how to do something right away? Just type in some
keywords and get clear, up-to-date answers right on HTC One max.
To open Tips & Help from the Home screen, tap
If you haven't downloaded Tips & Help content yet, or if there's updated
content available, just tap the download link to get it.
To change the sync settings of Tips & Help, tap > Update
settings.
Searching Tips & Help
1. In Tips & Help, tap , and then enter the words you want to search
for.
2. Tap a search result to jump straight to that item.
> Help > Tips & Help.
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Phone setup and transfer
Setting up your new phone for the first time
When you switch on your new phone for the first time, you’ll be asked to
set it up.
You can enable TalkBack to navigate by spoken feedback before
selecting the language. Draw a square in the clockwise direction
on the screen and then tap OK. To find out more, see Navigating
HTC One max with TalkBack on page 324.
Walk through the on-device setup to choose your Internet connection,
select how you want to set up your new phone, and more.
Some features that need to connect to the Internet such as
location-based services and auto-sync of your online accounts
may incur extra data fees. To avoid incurring data fees, disable
these features under Settings. For more information on location
services, see Turning location services on or off on page 261.
30 Phone setup and transfer
Transferring content from an Android phone
On your old Android™ phone, download the HTC Transfer Tool and use it to
transfer your content to your new HTC phone. The types of locally stored
content on your old phone that the tool can transfer include contacts,
messages, calendar events, web bookmarks, music, photos, and videos.
Some settings can also be transferred.
§ You need Android version 2.2 or later to use the HTC Transfer
Tool on your old phone.
§ If your old phone has Android version 2.1 or an earlier version, you
need to use Bluetooth® transfer. For details, see Transferring
contacts from your old phone through Bluetooth on page 32.
1. Go to Settings, and then tap Get content from another phone.
2. Choose whether to transfer from an old HTC Android phone or
other Android phone.
3. Tap Full transfer.
4. Follow the steps shown on your new phone to download the HTC
Transfer Tool from Google Play™ to your old phone, install it, and
open the tool.
5. When you see a PIN on your old phone, make sure the same PIN
also appears on your new phone before you continue.
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