Screen Goes Black

[LT*]

I had this problem with my first Droid. DL sensor test from the Market and see if the value for the Proximity sensor changes from 2.14xxxxxxxx to 3.0 when you put your finger over the sensor (top left corner). If there is no change, then take it to VZ for exchange.

DL'd sensor test and the proximity sensor doesn't change at all. :icon_ cry: I did cover and uncover the sensor and there was no movement in the values at all.

PROXIMITY:

0:3.0
1:0.0
2:0.0

Yep, bad sensor. I had purchased mine online and swapped it for a brand new one at a store. I had only had it for a few days though.

 

[bigthinker]

The sensor is at the top left of the phone and IF you turn the phone toward the light, it should come back on..In the shadows, it may still think the phone is against your chin. This feature is on the phone so there is no mis dialing or hanging up the call you are on. There is an app that keeps the screen on and active the whole time though found in the market.