Dopod 818 pro Speaker Problem

[aj0s]

I've been using Dopod 818 pro since the end of December 2005. A week ago, a problem suddenly came up. The speaker of this PPC does not work anymore.

I tried to play music using windows media player, or real player -> Does not work
I tried to use the speaker phone -> Does not work
I can't even hear anything when I make a call or receiving a call

It works when I plug in the headset. everything works perfectly.
It plays the ringtone when someone call me. (Very soft sound)

Is this a hardware problem? or is there anyway that I can do to fix it.
I bought the phone overseas (I'm located in Australia now). It takes a lot of effort to send it overseas for warranty.

Thank you

[universaldoc]

Do a soft-reset. If that doesn't help, do a hard-reset. If that doesn't work , do a ROM re-install. If it still doesn't help, then you have a faulty unit.

[aj0s]

I've done soft reset
I haven't done hard reset
->haven't had any backup program.

Is there any free solution for backup software?

Thanks

[MobilZone]

well for this solution u must disassemble the phone. look at the handsfree jack and apply a jumper to the two front points of the connector. it will solve ur problem

[gunggu]

I've been using Dopod 818 pro since the end of December 2005. A week ago, a problem suddenly came up. The speaker of this PPC does not work anymore.

I tried to play music using windows media player, or real player -> Does not work
I tried to use the speaker phone -> Does not work
I can't even hear anything when I make a call or receiving a call

It works when I plug in the headset. everything works perfectly.
It plays the ringtone when someone call me. (Very soft sound)

Is this a hardware problem? or is there anyway that I can do to fix it.
I bought the phone overseas (I'm located in Australia now). It takes a lot of effort to send it overseas for warranty.

Thank you

I've had this problem, what I did was play music using headphone and suddenly unplug the jack. The Speaker works again like charm.

Cheers!

[rcnomad]

I have run into the same issue with my 818 pro and my Himalaya...The fix is always uninstalling one or more applications that may be causing the problem. I assure you it's very unlikely that it is a hardware issue...Uninstall all applications and you should get the sound back..

[bjrmd]

I have the same problem with my 818 pro. I have already done the hard reset-no change, tried blowing air in and out through the headphone jack, silicone spray and playing with the plug. It appears to be a hardware issue with the sensor mechanism inside so it always thinks it has a headset connected--poor design.

[ganglion5]

Did anyone else figure out a solution for this (other than returning for repair?) This happened to me this weekend. Suddenly happened after I was using the headphone for an hour while I was rollerblading. Now I can't answer any calls without either the bluetooth or standard headphone. I can hear the ring go off, but just can't use it as a regular handset. I'm sure everyone agrees that this is a hardware issue with a poorly built headphone jack. But while I'm waiting for the retailer to restock the dopod 818 and send me a replacement, does anyone know of a hack that would allow the phone to activate the headphone AND the phone speaker simutaneously? The reasoning is I think the phone currently thinks there is a headset constantly being plugged in, so it deactivates the loud speaker as well as the phone speaker. But if there is a hack that lets WM5 to use the handset speaker and the headphone jack simutaneously, then at least I can answer phone calls without having to use the headset. Of course, this won't be a permanent solution, but it may bridge me through these tough times with the dopod.
I have to say, I still love this phone, but my patience is wearing a bit thin. First, it's the disappearing SD card (which I'm not even sure if it's solved yet), then I was having some problems with sending MMS messages, now this. :x

[Matterhorn]

I had the speaker problem with my Jam. It is apparently a common problem with PPC phones, the mechanical switch in the headphone jack gets stuck. I was able to get mine to work again by plugging in the headphone jack a few times. If that doesn't solve the problem...well you know the drill :(

[bjrmd]

There is nothing to do but exchange it--I was never able to find a work around either. Sorry.

[hanmin]

I had problem the speaker on my HTC Charmer. I send it for repair and they replaced the speaker, with in like a week+.

However, now there are some other problems. It seems that when I try to use the speaker (play songs, phone, games, etc), the battery drain like mad and the unit gets very hot. The unit drain so much energy that the battery will die off even if I had the unit on AC power. Going to send it back to repair AGAIN!

[tegomouse]

I've had this problem, what I did was play music using headphone and suddenly unplug the jack. The Speaker works again like charm.

Cheers!

I had the exact same problem and suddenly unpluging the jack works for me.. ;)

[X_Farhad]

this "sudden unplugging" thing won't work with Prophet, the Prophet's buzzer(speaker) problem is very common, the same thing happened to me, cost me 12$ in iran to change that part

[tal_bendoli]

I had the same problem.
Speaker unit in phone burns out very quickly.
If you have warranty - your lucky.
In my case since I bought in Singapore and Use in Israel, I had to fork out 50USD to get a new speaker unit.

Tal

[marvsipaski]

What you do is open the Comm Manager, tap the "phone" icon to set to flight mode. Then, turn on again.... that should do the trick

[TheBrit]

I don't know what planet most of you guys are on. :(

The Prophet has a common problem with the rear speaker - it's a hardware issue as X_Farhad has pointed out.

There's no need to hard reset, and what's the crap about flight mode?

Yes, some can have a problem with the headphone socket and the solution for that is in this thread.

Mostly it's the speaker itself. The solution is here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=281331

I've found a bit of sponge works better than paper - to see what I'm on about - go to the thread I've posted here.

[sameerhere]

I also have similar issues with my Xda Neo. The speakers stops responding when i get incoming call. I mean the phone dosent ring. Then if i try any music player or ringtons, there is no sound. I have to soft reset. Sometime when i get incoming call, it dosent ring and it also hangs the phone. Then i have to hard reset. I had to use that sponge over the speaker and then the speaker works. But sometime it still hangs. Looks like either HTC or Windows Mobile has major issues. I dont know how long this sponge thing will work. Are there any solutions..

sameer:mad:

[dotandru]

Tal,
I have dopod 818 pro and having the same phenomenon like others, now I'm abroad and can not check the thing with the headset.
Can you tell me please where can I get service in Israel (I bought mine in Thai).

Many thanks
Dotan

[Harris79]

Dear all and administrator

can you give me solution about my dopod sound problem?
1. I just can used ring tones for receiving new messaging from the my dopod system ( I can't not used ring tones from my gallery/downloaded sound/ring tones application )
2. When new message coming and phone call coming, the sound is very small (can your's give me information how to setting that so the volume can be more loud).
Thank you very much for your's attention, I'm very apprenticed if the solution can being send to my private e-mail address at harriskaunang@gmail.com:(

[starrayfly]

anyone have solutions on this issue? thanks

[starrayfly]

Any one know where I can find the screwdrive that fits Qtek S200 so I can open the case. Thanks

[medosheta]

the same happened to my jamin no sound from the device except with the headpieces ... any help please it's really annoying

[starrayfly]

I've had this problem, what I did was play music using headphone and suddenly unplug the jack. The Speaker works again like charm.

Cheers!

This didn't work for me

[toysoldier922]

Any one know where I can find the screwdrive that fits Qtek S200 so I can open the case. Thanks

The screwdriver to use is T6. If you are in UK surely you can get it from Maplin, a main electronic shop chain.

My device is an Orange SPV M600. It had suffered the speaker problem for more than half year. I have tried the method to insert a piece of sponge. It worked for a while, then failed. I had repeatedly adjusted the sponge to get the sound back. One month ago, the speaker was totally dead.

I know this speaker problem is a common issue so there must be some independent shops who can fix it. I asked for a quote. The cost will be £60 plus VAT! That's too much. I have to be brave, and fix it by myself.

From ebay, I have found the speaker on sale, about £6 including delivery from Hong Kong. The one I ordered using the name "Speaker Buzzer for Orange SPV M600 I-Mate JAM JASJAM".It took 14 days to arrive. The package contains one speaker (already on the correct connector so not soldering is required), and a T6 screwdriver.

The replacement is not too difficult. What you need to do is:
1. Turn off your device, remove the battery cover then take the battery and SIM card out;
2. Remove the stylus, then carefully remove the upper cover that is protecting the camera and speaker. It is held in place by severl clippers;
3. Take off the top two screw using the T6 screwdriver;
4. Carefully remove the inner cover that is above the speaker and around the camera.
5. Now the speaker is accessible. Carefully lift it from its place (the length of wire on the original speaker is short).
6. Observe the direction of the connector in socket and remember it. Later you need to connect the new one in the same way.
7. Take the end connector out of the socket to disconnect it. The access to the socket is a bit awkward but a bended-hand small plier is very helpful on this situation.
8. Connect the new speaker. The wire coming with my new speaker is quite long. Assuming the wire is well insulated, it doesn't worry me too much. I simply bend it in circles under the speaker.
9. Put the new speaker in place.
10. Put on inner cover, then two screws, then the outer cover.
11. Put back sim card, battery, battery cover, and you are done.

Hope my experience will be helpful to someone.

[wanwarlock]

my speaker went dead after a few months using the sponge trick.

will be getting a new speaker from njbridges soon. if u can fix it yourself than i'm sure it's not too bad...

so the speaker just clips in does it?

[toysoldier922]

The speaker is held in place by a tight-fit, as well the inner cover above. No clips.

[ebrian]

Just fixed the problem. I disassembled my O2 Neo, and push the metal piece in the handsfree module back in place.

I've took some pics, go here to see them http://ebrian.ca/Fix/o2speaker.html