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Problem: Stuck in headphone mode after using 3.5mm audio jack

I was listening to music in my car today with my Sprint TP2 hooked up via the 3.5mm audio jack. When I disconnected the phone from the jack, the phone remained in 'headphone mode'. I knew it was in headphone mode still because it displays the little headphone icon on top and I could not hear any audio unless I reconnected the 3.5mm jack. So basically, I can't call anybody from my phone right now unless I hook it up to some speakers via the 3.5mm jack. That or use my BT headset.
Things I have tried to fix the phone;
- Unplugged and replugged in the 3.5mm stereo jack numerous times.*
- Soft reset
- Removed battery for 30 seconds and restarted
- Connected BlueTooth stereo headset and disconnected
* Extra weirdness; Gives me a voice commander error when I reconnect the jack. Voice Commander is not even enabled.
Nothing worked. So I just did a backup of my phone and I'm going to attempt a hard reset. We'll see if that fixes it.

Update: Right after I posted this thread, I tried plugging in several different devices with 3.5mm jacks and the headphone icon disappeared. However, I still did not have any audio. So I did a soft reset and surprise surprise... audio is back!!!
Anybody else encounter this bug? I'm not sure if it's a software or hardware bug, but it's definitely a bug.

guys, do you mean you have already have the 3.5mm specification tp2 ?
i didn't see it yet..

sounds like a hardware issue? especially if the soft reset did not resolve the issue...

czbenson said:
guys, do you mean you have already have the 3.5mm specification tp2 ?
i didn't see it yet..
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Sprint and Verizon versions of TP2 have a integrated 3.5mm jack.

I just had the same problem being stuck in headset mode
I tried a soft reset with no luck so I was pretty sure it was something physically wrong. Instead of plugging my headset all the way back in and taking it out, I used the tip of the plug (like a Q-tip, 1/4 of the way in) to see if there were any sensors or metal still depressed and after a few light sweeps, the headset mode icon disappeared. Keeping my fingers crossed, I didn't use the 3.5mm jack for the rest of the night and I was able to use my headset and removed it without a problem this morning.
Ultimately this is most likely a physical issue, but I'd rather not send my phone in for a replacement (even though this would probably qualify as a manufacturer defect). Hope this helps if anyone experiences this in the future.

sniczz said:
I tried a soft reset with no luck so I was pretty sure it was something physically wrong. Instead of plugging my headset all the way back in and taking it out, I used the tip of the plug (like a Q-tip, 1/4 of the way in) to see if there were any sensors or metal still depressed and after a few light sweeps, the headset mode icon disappeared. Keeping my fingers crossed, I didn't use the 3.5mm jack for the rest of the night and I was able to use my headset and removed it without a problem this morning.
Ultimately this is most likely a physical issue, but I'd rather not send my phone in for a replacement (even though this would probably qualify as a manufacturer defect). Hope this helps if anyone experiences this in the future.
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It is a hardware issue and is common to most 3.5mm jacks. I had also experienced this last year with my Treo Pro and since I really wanted to know the problem, I opened up my phone and voided all warranties. Inside the 3.5mm jack there's a lever type copper that bends to make contact with another copper metal, some kind of switch that's supposed to connect and disconnect the contact between these 2 metal pieces whenever a head 3.5mm plug is inserted.
What happened is when you disconnected the plug, the metal that's supposed to bend back to it's original position never did. That's why it's permanently stucked in headset mode because the phone thinks the plug is still inside. This probably happens due to age and possibly has something to do with moisture and rust, not to mention that copper is highly malleable.
Sad to say that until now this technology hasn't changed and is still being widely used. Hopefully someone will give this issue a real solution.

I had this problem recently and took a dry q tip and rubbed it back and forth across the little pin on the bottom of the headphone jack until it cleared up the problem.
Does anyone know if a USB to 3.5mm headphone jack adapter works on the CDMA tp2? I'd really like to use regular headphones but don't want to jeopardize getting my phone stuck in headphone mode.

Drache said:
I had this problem recently and took a dry q tip and rubbed it back and forth across the little pin on the bottom of the headphone jack until it cleared up the problem.
Does anyone know if a USB to 3.5mm headphone jack adapter works on the CDMA tp2? I'd really like to use regular headphones but don't want to jeopardize getting my phone stuck in headphone mode.
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Yes, the USB headphone adapter works on the CDMA versions. If you plug in a second headphone set to the other open port, which ever one was connected lastly will be the one to have sound.

Fixed the problem!
I had to disassemble the phone, voiding the already expired warranty and solder the contacts together on the audio jack. I can't use a 3.5 mm jack anymore, but I can at least use the phone now without always using a bluetooth. I'll get a usb adapter for when I want to listen to music.
Here is a picture of the contacts I soldered. I used a 20 w soldering iron, I wouldn't use anything larger.

Drache said:
I had to disassemble the phone, voiding the already expired warranty and solder the contacts together on the audio jack. I can't use a 3.5 mm jack anymore, but I can at least use the phone now without always using a bluetooth. I'll get a usb adapter for when I want to listen to music.
Here is a picture of the contacts I soldered. I used a 20 w soldering iron, I wouldn't use anything larger.
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i would hate to do this on my vibrant lol, media sound recently gave out on me after unplugging the headphone. this sucks. id look around for replacement parts..til then.. gotta get busy with the q tips til i get it to work.

Headphone socket not working

Hi All,
Im sure I can't be the only one but is anyone else having a problem trying to get sound out of the headphone socket?
Any searching I have done shows a similar problem on the M8 after a firmware update.
I have had the phone less than 24 hours and have only transferred my numbers etc across with the HTC tool.
Im currently on 1.32.161.15.
The socket works as I am able to force the audio to it with soundabout from the play store.
Any help/advice appreciated.
Many Thanks
Aggi

I'm still on 1.32.401.15 and no problem at all with the headphone socket tested with the earphones came along with the phone.
And wow what a sound, normaly im using my bleutooth headset and never use in ear phones but wow love the sound

Thanks for the info.
Ive been out all day and was using my old headphones that came with my sgs3.
Just tried the supplied ones and they are indeed recognised by the phone.
Sorry to have started this over what seems nothing and thanks for your help.
Aggi

Headphone Jack stopped working
Hi. My headphone Jack just stopped working. I had this problem on my m7. Didn't expect it to still be an issue on the m9. Any solutions out there?

Clean the connectors this usually fixes most issues, fluff getting stuck in the hole is common and causes the most issues

The similar case happened to me once when I updated my M7 to a new Android OS. The phone still couldnot produce audio even I changed two new earphones, I was thinking about replacing the headphone jack. The problem solved the other day when I accidentally turned on the volume button! It's not about the headphone jack, it's because I turned the volume off! Well, that's really a shame.

HTC One M9 Sound Not Directed to Headphones
Hey,
My headphones aren't working. I just woke someone up! The sound is coming from the phone. I tested the headphones. And the phone acknowledges they are plugged in. Help?
-Tara

Headphone socket [SOLVED]
First of all im taking credits cuz it wasnt me who came up w this idea.
1. Plug in your headphones ALL THE WAY IN
2.immediatly pull it out(just a little bit you will notice)
Repeat these steps until you see the icon pop up.
Works with m8 and m9 so far

Hi,
My phone recognizes that the headphones are plugged in, and the icon shows up for them. However, there is still sound coming out of my phone, although it's muffled. I thought it might be a problem with the headphones, until I tried them on my other devices and they worked. I'm not sure what to do.

How do you clean the connectors
dladz said:
Clean the connectors this usually fixes most issues, fluff getting stuck in the hole is common and causes the most issues
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How do you clean the connectors on the headphone jack?
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jasinow said:
First of all im taking credits cuz it wasnt me who came up w this idea.
1. Plug in your headphones ALL THE WAY IN
2.immediatly pull it out(just a little bit you will notice)
Repeat these steps until you see the icon pop up.
Works with m8 and m9 so far
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I am shocked but this did work Thank you.

uncbuck77 said:
How do you clean the connectors on the headphone jack?
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I am shocked but this did work Thank you.
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Just get a paper clip or other stiff thin object and push in the pluck out the debris if any from inside, pocket lint can stop the headphone jack from going all the way in, you'd be surprised how much can come out of it.

I'm having a similar problem, but it's earphones WITH a mic that don't work. Otherwise earphones without a mic seem to work just fine.
Any suggestions?

blocka said:
I'm having a similar problem, but it's earphones WITH a mic that don't work. Otherwise earphones without a mic seem to work just fine.
Any suggestions?
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Clean the fluff out of the socket. Then you wont be able to see any of the plug when you plug it in!.

Headphone jack not working

Hello, I had my s3 sitting for a while and decide to use it (haven't used it for 7-8 months). So I go on Youtube and watch a video. The speaker works fine but whenever I insert the 3.5 mm jack, I cant hear anything and if I remove it the speaker stop working.
I have tried multiple ROMS (CM13, DU 5.1, Stock 4.4.2) but they all seem to have the same issue. I also tried 3 different headphones.
What could be the issue?

xXFl4sh said:
Hello, I had my s3 sitting for a while and decide to use it (haven't used it for 7-8 months). So I go on Youtube and watch a video. The speaker works fine but whenever I insert the 3.5 mm jack, I cant hear anything and if I remove it the speaker stop working.
I have tried multiple ROMS (CM13, DU 5.1, Stock 4.4.2) but they all seem to have the same issue. I also tried 3 different headphones.
What could be the issue?
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Been having this same issue for like a month or two now. Have done everything in my power to resort this issue.., all to no avail.. Let's just hope the mods are doing something bout this.. Else I will have no option than to resort to BT headset..

holysaint1 said:
Been having this same issue for like a month or two now. Have done everything in my power to resort this issue.., all to no avail.. Let's just hope the mods are doing something bout this.. Else I will have no option than to resort to BT headset..
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it could very well be a hardware issue, did you replace the headphone jack/speaker assembly?

ethanchow said:
it could very well be a hardware issue, did you replace the headphone jack/speaker assembly?
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Since I got this phone, nothing has been replaced other than the battery.. And besides I don't think its a hardware issue since we have more than 2 to 3 people experiencing the exact same issue..

holysaint1 said:
Since I got this phone, nothing has been replaced other than the battery.. And besides I don't think its a hardware issue since we have more than 2 to 3 people experiencing the exact same issue..
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Check if speakerphone works, if it does, then it is likely that the hp jack is jammed and causing the phone to disable the speaker because it thinks headphones are plugged in.

ethanchow said:
Check if speakerphone works, if it does, then it is likely that the hp jack is jammed and causing the phone to disable the speaker because it thinks headphones are plugged in.
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The speaker works fines expect when you plug in the jack and remove it the speakers stop working. I have the restart the phone to get the speakers working.

xXFl4sh said:
The speaker works fines expect when you plug in the jack and remove it the speakers stop working. I have the restart the phone to get the speakers working.
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Yes, it sounds like a hardware issue of the headphone jack being jammed or broken. If the issue is exactly the same on all roms, I would definitely replace the headphone jack, they are not that expensive, only $7
https://www.ifixit.com/Store/Parts/Galaxy-S-III-Headphone-Jack-and-Speaker-Assembly/IF225-020-1

ethanchow said:
Yes, it sounds like a hardware issue of the headphone jack being jammed or broken. If the issue is exactly the same on all roms, I would definitely replace the headphone jack, they are not that expensive, only $7
https://www.ifixit.com/Store/Parts/Galaxy-S-III-Headphone-Jack-and-Speaker-Assembly/IF225-020-1
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Why I don't think this issue might be a hardware issue is that, when ever I plug the phone to a wall socket and connect the headset jack, the sound comes on. But some few minutes after taking it off the wall socket, the sound is gone. And I have to restart the phone to get the sound working again..

holysaint1 said:
Why I don't think this issue might be a hardware issue is that, when ever I plug the phone to a wall socket and connect the headset jack, the sound comes on. But some few minutes after taking it off the wall socket, the sound is gone. And I have to restart the phone to get the sound working again..
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Have you ever had issues with charging or data transfers using the USB port?

ethanchow said:
Have you ever had issues with charging or data transfers using the USB port?
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None I could think of..

holysaint1 said:
None I could think of..
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if the speaker works but headphone doesn't then it may be that the phone detects some other audio device on usb. Do you hear any sounds at all through the headphones, also do the playback controls on the headphone work? If they do it may be the audio IC

Yeah, the controls on the headphone do work when this occurs.. And I don't hear any other sound..
Mind you, Immediately after inserting the jack, all the sound (speaker and headset) system in the phone is lost. Until I do a restart.

Static noise when headphones are plugged-in

Hello,
So I have my Zenfone 2 since some months now and since the start, my phone has a problem:
When I plug earphones or headphones, there's a static noise on the left earphone (or on the left side of the headphone).
I contacted Asus, they told me to update my firmware, which I did (I even updated to MM today), but it didn't fix the issue. So they told me to RMA it.
I'm just posting this to know if someone here got the same problem and if he fixed it. I saw a post on a forum which said to deactivate every single sound (notification, etc) and only activate multimedia sounds. For some reason, it worked, and I didn't ear the static noise again but some days later. I tried to do this operation again but it doesn't seem to work.
Thanks for your help,
Best regards,

Have you tried cleaning your jack input?

oguz298 said:
Have you tried cleaning your jack input?
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I thought of that but I don't really know how to do to be honest, I don't wanna break anything. How should I do it? Should I wet the tip of a cotton swab and "polish" the jack input?
Thanks for your reply!

Spidersouris said:
I thought of that but I don't really know how to do to be honest, I don't wanna break anything. How should I do it? Should I wet the tip of a cotton swab and "polish" the jack input?
Thanks for your reply!
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Usually i dont use liquids on my phone. Get a pin and a light source. First look inside of the jack if there is some dust or cotton thingys take out with pin

oguz298 said:
Usually i dont use liquids on my phone. Get a pin and a light source. First look inside of the jack if there is some dust or cotton thingys take out with pin
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Hello!
I tried to see if there was some dust in it but couldn't find anything. I, however, used the pin but the problem still persists
I noticed that when I was plugging in my earphone, if I plug in "at the middle" of the jack, there will be sound on the left earphone but not on the right. If I plug it in completely (when you hear the "click" sound), then there'll be sound on the right but not on the left earphone, like I first said on the first post. Maybe this can help you.. I'd like to not send it but if I really have to, I will ._.
Thanks for your help.

Have you tried another headphones?

oguz298 said:
Have you tried another headphones?
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Yeah, I've tried 3 different headphones but the problem still persists.

You can clean it with a compressed air can, the kind that is used to clean computers. I have one at home to clean my keyboard from tieme to time and have also used it to clean the headphone jack, since it doesn't use any liquid. You can get one at the local computer store or online from Amazon and similar sites

jman0 said:
You can clean it with a compressed air can, the kind that is used to clean computers. I have one at home to clean my keyboard from tieme to time and have also used it to clean the headphone jack, since it doesn't use any liquid. You can get one at the local computer store or online from Amazon and similar sites
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Hello,
Fortunately, I had a compressed air can at home. I tried to clean it with that but the problem is still here
Thanks for your help though, I really appreciate it.

So I "resolved" my problem.
Since I think my jack is broken, I bought this on Amazon. So I did a little setup so I can properly hear music/sounds:
I have a Logitech G430. When I want to listen to music on my phone, I plug my earphones on the G430 adapter, then I plug the USB cable into the USB-microUSB adapter I just bought, and I plug the microUSB cable to my phone. And it works perfectly!
Some may say It's a pretty rough setup, but for me, as long as it works, that's perfect.
Thanks for your help!

Spidersouris said:
So I "resolved" my problem.
Since I think my jack is broken, I bought this on Amazon. So I did a little setup so I can properly hear music/sounds:
I have a Logitech G430. When I want to listen to music on my phone, I plug my earphones on the G430 adapter, then I plug the USB cable into the USB-microUSB adapter I just bought, and I plug the microUSB cable to my phone. And it works perfectly!
Some may say It's a pretty rough setup, but for me, as long as it works, that's perfect.
Thanks for your help!
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I'm sure a pair of cheap BT headphones is cheaper than that setup. Anyway, if you want to keep using your 3.5mm headphones (I would since mine are very nice and were expensive) you can also try a 3.5 to BT adapter, which is also a cheap and nice option. Music through BT is usually of less quality than through the audio jack, but it¡s better than nothing and you don't need so many cables.
Something like this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00UUDZSKE
That one is $19, but you can probably get a cheaper one from a Chinese store such as Dealextreme, GearBest, etc. I have one which I got on eBay years ago and I think it was worth something around €10

Music stops playing and google voice kicks in when I touch the headphone cable

I have a Samsung Galaxy A3 2016 and I have had this problem for about a year. When the headphone cable is moved or touched the music stops and google voice starts. I tought it was a problem with my headphones but I've changed like 3-4 pairs of headphones and the problem still occurs. The problem only occurs when the headphones are plugged in. Anyone has a solution for this problem? Thanks in advance!

it looks like the brass inside your audio port is bent.

Reconnect, and test, until it doesn't.
Try cables with 4 pins.

leo31 said:
it looks like the brass inside your audio port is bent.
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Do you know how to solve it?

CristiF said:
Do you know how to solve it?
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you have to open the phone. u need a (-) screwdriver, but the best way is soldering it. u just need a jack socket ( u can use from any device which have audio jack ) , or u can buy it, its cheap. less than 2 dollar