AT&T Htc Tilt 2 User Manual

10.1  Guidelines and Preparation for Using GPS
If you installed a GPS navigation software on your device, follow these guidelines before and when using your device for GPS navigation.
• When using GPS navigation software in the car, always plot your GPS route before starting to drive. Do not try to configure the GPS navigation software while driving.
• The plotted GPS route is only for driving reference. It should not interfere with actual driving behavior.
• Do not leave your device in a vehicle or...

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1 Do not place where it will block the driver’s vision.
2 Do not place where air bags could deploy.
3 Do not place anywhere in the vehicle without securing the device in the holder.
•	Use the GPS system cautiously. Users shall be liable for any damages resulting from negligent operation of the system.
•  The GPS signal cannot pass through solid non-transparent objects. Signal reception may be affected by obstructions such as high-rise buildings, tunnels, bridges,...

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10.2  Downloading Location Data via QuickGPS
Before using the device for GPS navigation, open QuickGPS to download ephemeris data (current satellite position and timing information). QuickGPS significantly speeds up the time for determining your GPS position. QuickGPS downloads ephemeris data from web servers, instead of from satellites, using your device’s Internet connection via Wi-Fi, ActiveSync or GPRS/G.
To open QuickGPSTap Start > Tools > QuickGPS.
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• Auto download when data expires.  Automatically download ephemeris data when it expires.
• Auto download when connected to PC via ActiveSync. Automatically download ephemeris data when it is connected to your computer via ActiveSync. Your computer must be connected to the Internet to download ephemeris data.
• Exit QuickGPS after downloading. Close QuickGPS after satellite data is downloaded.
10.3  Using AT&T Navigator
Use AT&T Navigator to get turn-by-turn driving...

Chapter 11   
Camera and Multimedia
11.1  Taking Photos and Videos
Use Camera to take photos and record video clips.
To open the Camera screenOn the Home screen, slide to the Photos and Videos tab and then tap the camera icon (  ). The screen orientation automatically switches to landscape mode when you open Camera.
To close the Camera
Tap the On-screen control button (  ), and then tap .
Changing the capture mode
Tap  , then tap the capture mode icon (  — the icon displayed is based on the current...

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IconCapture Mode
Captures still images continuously in one direction, and then stitches them to create a panoramic view of a scenery.
Records video clips suitable for sending via MMS.
Captures a still image that you can assign as a contact picture.
Captures still images and places them within frames.
Captures a video clip and lets you share it immediately with a contact via Video Share.
Captures still images and uses GPS to tag them with your geographical location. When you...

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Touch FocusTouch Focus allows you to focus on a particular area of the screen. Touch Focus is enabled by default and is only available for Photo or Contacts Picture mode.
Note To disable Touch Focus, see “Setting advanced options” in this chapter.
To use Touch Focus:
1. Set the Camera to Photo or Contacts Picture mode.
2. Touch the area on the screen that you want to focus. The Touch Focus indicator (  ) positions itself on the selected area.
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The Review screenAfter capturing a photo or recording video, the Review screen gives you the option to view/play, send, or delete the photo or video clip.
IconFunction
Return to the live Camera screen.
  /  View the captured image or play the captured video in Album. See “Viewing Photos and Videos Using Album” in this chapter.
Delete the captured image or video.
Send the captured image or video via MMS or email.
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4 Menu. Open the Menu Panel. See “Menu Panel” for details.
5 Virtual Camera button. Activates the auto-focus and functions as the shutter release button.
6 Template Selector icon. In Picture Theme mode, tap to select another frame.
7 Progress indicator. In Picture Theme and Panorama modes, this shows the number of consecutive shots.
Menu PanelThe Menu panel lets you quickly adjust common camera settings and provides access to more advanced camera settings. To open the Menu...

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ZoomingBefore capturing a photo or a video clip, you can zoom in or out on your subject. To zoom in or out, slide your finger up or down on the Zoom bar while holding the device sideways. While you are sliding your finger on the Zoom bar, the level of zoom is shown on the zoom control bar on the screen.
Zoom control barZoom bar
The camera zoom range for a photo or a video clip depends on the capture mode and resolution. Refer to the table for more information.
Capture...