Display. Key labels in the User Guide are simplified for description purposes and differ with actual Display. Other Notations In the User Guide, the product is referred to as "handset." microSD™/microSDHC™ Card is referred to as "SD Card." "601SH" here refers to this mobile phone "AQUOS ケータイ (Keitai) 2."...
Package Contents Parts & Functions Package Contents Handset Parts ・Handset (AQUOS ケータイ(Keitai) 2) ・Battery (SHBGC1) ・クイックスタート (Japanese) ・お願いとご注意 (Japanese) ・Warranty Name Description Earpiece/ Hear other party's voice as well as audio such as music, video and TV through this. Speaker Screens appear here.
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Earpiece/Speaker Cautions Do not hold Earpiece close to ear other than when calling or playing back messages. Earpiece is also handset Speaker, and sudden ringtones, alarm, can affect hearing. After switching to the speakerphone during a call or after ending a call, sound will gradually increase to the set volume to prevent a large volume of sound from the speaker at your ear.
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Handset Keys Enter #. Long Press to activate/cancel Manner mode. Key) Activate a preregistered function. Long Press to view history, toggle Relax View on/off, and (Quick start key) toggle Wi-Fi on/off. Multi Selector In this User Guide, Multi Selector operations are indicated as follows: ・...
USIM Card Installation Inserting USIM Card USIM Card is an IC card containing customer and Always power off beforehand. authentication information, including handset number. Handling USIM Card Remove Back Cover ・See instructions included with USIM Card for handling. ・Avoid applying labels. May damage USIM Card. ・USIM is replaceable (at cost) in case of loss/damage.
Removing USIM Card Close USIM Card Slot Cover Always power off beforehand. Remove Back Cover ・ Close USIM Card Slot Cover ( ) and slide to lock ( ・Slide Cover in direction shown until it clicks. ・Caution: Lock firmly. ・ Holding Back Cover at its center ( ), pull by notch (○) in If unlocked, bumping may cause USIM Card to become dislodged and cause handset to restart.
Internal Storage/SD Card Close USIM Card Slot Cover Handset supports SD Card up to 32 GB. Some SD Cards may not operate properly. System data and functions as well as shot photos and videos can be saved to internal storage. Internal Storage/SD Card Cautions Content Saved to Internal Storage/SD Card Files...
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Remove Battery Insert Battery ・Lift Battery in direction shown by tab (〇). ・Align front of Battery and slide in direction shown. Open SD Card Slot Cover Replace Back Cover ・Fit on handset, press firmly where circled (○) ensuring no gaps. ・...
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Removing SD Card Remove SD Card Always power off beforehand. Remove Back Cover ・Gently pull straight out. ・ Holding Back Cover at its center ( ), pull by notch (〇) in Close SD Card Slot Cover direction shown ( ・If difficult to remove, start at notch and slide finger around handset to gradually make gap with Back Cover.
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Formatting SD Card Enter Operation Password When using a new SD Card for the first time, always format (initialize) it on handset. ・Formatting deletes all SD Card files. Format SD Card with caution. ・When formatting, keep handset charged or charge it adequately beforehand.
Inserting/Removing Battery Inserting About Battery Remove Back Cover Handset uses a lithium-ion battery. Recycling Lithium-ion batteries are recyclable precious resources. Batteries can be taken to a nearby shop where the Mobile Recycle Network mark is displayed. ・ Holding Back Cover at its center ( ), pull by notch (○) in direction shown ( ・If difficult to remove, start at notch and slide finger...
Charging Battery Removing Charge Battery inserted in handset. Always power off beforehand. Notification Lamp Remove Back Cover Notification Lamp illuminates red while charging; illuminates green when charge is almost full. ・If Notification Lamp is blinking, charging is not working properly (Battery abnormality or end of service life). Make sure that you are using AC Charger and products specified by SoftBank Corp.
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AC Charger Use AC Charger (with Micro USB Quick Charge™ 2.0 capability) [ZSDBA4] or AC Charger (Micro USB 1.0A) [ZSDBA6] , sold separately. Charging with AC Charger (with Micro USB Quick Charge™ 2.0 capability) [ZSDBA4] is described as an example. 1 SoftBank SELECTION AC Charger for smartphones with Qualcomm Quick Charge™...
Power On/Off Charging by PC Connect handset to a PC with Micro USB Cable (SHDDL1; Power On optional accessory). ・Make sure that PC is turned on. ・Handset may not charge or charge slowly depending on connection/PC status. Long Press until SoftBank logo appears ・Never connect Micro USB plug while handset or Micro USB Cable is wet.
Display Display Saving Display goes completely dark after a certain period of no Standby operation to save power. ・ Press any key (except during a call) to reilluminate Standby appears as follows. Display. Backlight Before Display goes completely dark, Backlight turns off and Display darkens.
Display-Top (Status Bar) Notification Indicators Indicators Notification Indicators appear on the left. Indicators (new message notification, handset status, etc.) appear on Status Bar. Status Bar Layout Indicator Description Urgent News Call Arriving/in Progress Call on Hold Missed Call Notifications, warnings, etc. appear here. (Notification New Answer Phone Message Indicators) New Voicemail...
Checking Handset Status & Status Indicators Notifications (Notifications Window) Status Indicators appear on the right. Open notifications and check handset status. Opening Notifications Window Select Status Bar Indicator Description Battery Strength Charging Signal Strength No Signal (4G LTE/3G) 4G LTE Data Connectable 3G Data Connectable Notifications Window opens.
Sub-display Information on Sub-display View signal, battery, and time as well as missed calls, and new Information appears on Sub-display for voice call, mail, and mail. Information appears for missed voice calls, new mail, etc. other notifications. The following information may appear. Using Sub-display Information Description...
Security Codes Setting Operation Password Set a four- to eight-alphanumeric code. Code Types The following codes are required for handset use. Operation Settings Security Operation password Password can be user-set and changed on handset. setting Code Description Center Access Four-digit code you have set in Code subscription contract;...
USIM PIN Enabling USIM PIN When PIN (a code for USIM Card) is enabled, PIN entry is USIM PIN and USIM Card Lock required for handset use each time handset is powered on with USIM Card installed. When USIM card lock is enabled, PIN (a code for USIM Card) is required for handset use each time handset is powered on;...
Importing Files from Other Changing USIM PIN Mobiles Lock USIM Card to change PIN. See "Enabling USIM PIN" for details. Receiving One File at a Time by Infrared With handset and other device close together, align their Settings Security Set up USIM card lock infrared ports in a straight line.
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Receiving All Files Together by Infrared Enter Operation Password With handset and other device close together, align their infrared ports in a straight line. ・Operation may differ depending on the type of files being received. Tools Infrared Add registration Infrared window opens. Receive all Files are saved.
Enabling Bluetooth Pairing with Other Bluetooth Devices ® ® Pair nearby Bluetooth devices with handset to transfer files, ® for handsfree conversations, or to listen to music. Settings Bluetooth ・Enable Bluetooth on handset and set target devices to be ® discoverable first.
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Receiving Files (e.g., Address Book) Connecting to Bluetooth Devices by Service ® When file receive request arrives, Bluetooth share ® In Bluetooth window, select paired device ® notification appears. To receive files: (Advanced) Select item ・ Available when Bluetooth is ON. ・Available when handset is paired with compatible devices.
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Opening Files Received by Bluetooth ® Transfer In Bluetooth window, (Options) Show received ® files Select file Follow onscreen prompts...
Basic Operations Basic Operations with this Handset....... 32 Key Operation..............32 Touch Cruiser EX Operation..........33 Main Menu................. 34 Accessing Functions............35 Using Manner Mode............38 Using Airplane Mode............38 Other Basic Operations............39...
Basic Operations with this Key Operation Handset Softkeys Handset Keys Function/operation labels appear at bottom of Display; see key assignments below. Almost all operations can be performed by pressing the keys. ・When Touch Cruiser EX is activated, the pointer can be used instead of the assigned keys.
Touch Cruiser EX Operation When using LINE, Camera, Browser, etc., the Touch Area can be Gently tap the Touch Area. To double-tap, tap the same used for operation. position twice. If Touch Cruiser EX is activated in a supporting function, a movable onscreen (pointer) appears.
Main Menu Pinch/Spread While touching the touch area with two fingers, widen (pinch Using Main Menu out) or close (pinch in) your fingers. The following functions and services appear in Main Menu. Item Description Mail Exchange S! Mail, SMS, and PC Mail. Browser Access the Internet.
Accessing Functions Select item Different methods are available for accessing functions. Use as convenient. Quick Start Key Save frequently used phone numbers, LINE friends, and functions to a Quick start key for quick access from any screen. ・Update LINE before saving friends. Function activates/opens.
Quick Operation Favorites Open list of functions saved as favorites. Enter number with Dial Keys ( Function corresponding to number opens. Favorites window opens. Press key shown for function Select function Function is activated. Function is activated. Favorites Operations Saving/Changing Saved Favorites In Favorites window, select number (Options) Register...
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From Current Function Exiting All Current Functions Open used functions history to access a function. Save In History, (Options) Delete all frequently-used functions to Favorites, and activate two or more functions and use them in alternation. Adding Function to Favorites In History, (Options) Favorites...
Using Manner Mode Using Airplane Mode Mute ringtones and other handset sounds to avoid disturbing Leaving power on, suspend signal-transmitting functions. others around you. Activating Airplane Mode Activating Manner Mode ・Camera shutter sound, video recording tones, music/video (Long Press) sounds, etc. still play even in Manner mode. (Long Press) Airplane mode Manner mode activates.
Other Basic Operations Capturing Screenshots Long Press at the same time to capture a Checking Your Phone Number screenshot of the current screen. ・May be unavailable for some functions. ・ Open captured screenshots from Picture , etc. in Data Profile folder.
Operations in Common Customizing Fonts............42 Wallpaper................43 Customizing Ringtone, Vibration, and Other Response Settings................44 Text Entry.................47 Address Book..............48...
Customizing Fonts Changing Display Font Changing Text Size Settings Wallpaper/display Font settings Change the size of text in menus, when entering text, etc. Settings Wallpaper/display Font settings Font settings open. Text font Font settings open. Font size(General) Font size(LINE) Font size(Mail) Select font Select text size Display font changes.
Wallpaper Wallpaper Operations Setting Type of Clock in Wallpaper Setting Wallpaper In Standby screen settings, Clock display Clock type Clock Clock (L) World clock display Settings Wallpaper/display Standby screen Setting Time Zone for World Clock in Wallpaper In Standby screen settings, Clock display Select time zone...
Customizing Ringtone, Vibration, and Other Response Settings Setting Whether Handset Vibrates for Incoming Call Set ringtone, vibration, lamp, etc. for each function. In incoming call settings, When not in silent Vibrate Not vibrate Arriving Call Settings Setting Vibration Pattern for Incoming Calls In incoming call settings, Vibrator pattern Select...
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Arriving Mail Settings Setting Pattern and Color of Notification Lamp for Incoming Mail In Sound/Vibration/Lamp settings, Reception lamp Settings Sound/vibration Ringtone/ Blinking pattern Blinking color Select pattern/ notification color (Accept) ・ Select item (Check) to make Notification Lamp blink. Changing Duration of Ringtone for Incoming Mail In Sound/Vibration/Lamp settings, Ring duration...
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Arrived Notification Settings Changing Duration of Ringtone for Arrived Notification In notification settings, Ring duration Ring time Settings Sound/vibration Ringtone/ setting Select time (Accept) notification ・ Select Ring single song to allow entire melody set as ringtone to play. For notification Notification settings open.
Text Entry Changing the Character Type (Input Mode) Use keys to enter text. Text entry descriptions are for S- Shoin (default input method). Settable input modes are the following. Text Entry Basics Indicator Description Kanji (Hiragana) Mode Use Dial Keys to enter characters. Multiple characters are Half Alphabet Mode (Upper Case/Lower assigned to each key.
Address Book Entering Letters Save phone numbers and email addresses. In 12-key Keyboard, to enter Phone: In addition, save birthdays, nicknames and other information. ・Entry in Half Alphabet is described. Set ringtones for incoming calls/messages for each contact. Address Book Caution In a text entry window, (once: P) (twice:...
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Operations when Saving Contacts Phone number Enter number Saving Type of Number, Email Address, Etc. In window for saving contact, select type ( , etc.) Select type Saving Photo In window for saving contact, face image Select method Save Setting Ringtone for Arriving Call/Email Mail Enter email address In window for saving contact,...
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Opening from Other Functions Saving Birthday Entering a recipient from Address Book when sending a In window for saving contact, select birthday item message is described. Select month, day, year (Accept) Saving Home Address (Long Press) Select Recipient field Address Book In window for saving contact, Postcode Country...
Calling Stopping Ringtone, Vibration and Notification How to dial directly to make a call and answer a call, as well Lamp as options when a call is arriving/during a call are described. As call is arriving, (Silent) (Handset does not support Video Call.) VoLTE and HD Voice Compatibility Answering with Answer Phone As call is arriving,...
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Emergency Location Report Placing Calls Making emergency calls (110, 119 or 118) automatically reports handset location to corresponding agency (police, Dial number etc.). This system is referred to as Emergency Location Report, and notifies location based on positioning from base stations. ・Location Report does not incur registration/transmission fees.
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Troubleshooting Dialing from Address Book Cannot dial Is the screen locked? Unlock the screen. to change tab searched Select contact Is the handset in Airplane mode? Exit Airplane mode. Call does not connect Did you dial all digits for the number? Dial all digits for numbers starting with a "0"...
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Call Window Layout/In-Call Operation Playing Back Recorded Voice Memo Phone Call settings Answer phone Voice Memo List Select Voice Memo ・ To stop message, Press (Stop). Connecting/Disconnecting Bluetooth ® Handsfree Device or Headset During call, (Options) Bluetooth ON Bluetooth OFF Other party name/number ・Available when paired with a Bluetooth handsfree device...
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Troubleshooting Using HD Voice Difficulty with call Handset is HD Voice-compatible. HD Voice supports a wide range of audio tones for clearer, more natural-quality voice It may be difficult to make a call in a location with calls. noise. Check the call volume when using Speakerphone. It may ・Available when the counterpart model is an HD Voice- be difficult to make a call with a raised call volume.
Placing International Calls Calling to Countries Outside Japan Dial number Handset dials the number. To end call, Call ends. (Call etc) Add Prefix Operations when Making International Calls Entering Country Code Manually to Call In country code list, Enter code Enter country code (Accept)
Restricting Calling Destinations Deleting from Country Code List Restrict calls so calls can only be made to contacts saved in Phone Call settings Int'l call settings Address Book and preset numbers. User list Select country/region number Delete from list Restricting Only to Calls from Address Book Phone Call settings...
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Restricting Only to Specified Numbers Call permitted list Phone Call settings Call barring Call permitted list opens. <Empty> Restrict destinations Select number entry field Enter number (Accept) Enter Operation Password Number is saved to Call permitted list. ・ Alternatively, select From address book to enter number Specified phone number...
Barring Incoming Calls Operations when Setting Restrictions on Calling Destinations Block calls from specified numbers, callers not in Address Editing Call Permitted List Book, and calls not showing their number. In Call permitted list, select number Select Barring Calls from Specified Numbers number entry field Edit number (Accept)
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Barring Callers not Saved in Address Book [Add new] Use address book Direct entry Phone Call settings Call barring ・ Use address book : Select number from Address Book. ・ Direct entry : Enter number. Select/enter number Switch on/off Reject call Reject call window opens.
Optional Services Call Forwarding Optional Services Phone Call settings Voicemail/divert Use these SoftBank Optional Services: ・Call Forwarding and Voicemail cannot be used at the same time. Service Description Call Divert all/unanswered calls to a preset Forwarding number. Divert all/unanswered calls to Voicemail Voicemail Center;...
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When New Message is Recorded Voicemail A tone sounds and appears on Status Bar. To play message, navigate New voicemail in Notifications Phone Call settings Voicemail/divert Window , then follow voice guidance. Voicemail Operations Canceling Voicemail In Divert window, Stop call forward Setting Notification for Missed Calls Voicemail/divert window opens.
Call Waiting Group Calling Requires separate subscription. Requires separate subscription. Phone Call settings Other service settings During a call, (Options) Add Call Other service settings open. Enter number of another party Call waiting When call answered, (Options) Merge calls Call Waiting is set. When Call Arrives during Another Call Tone sounds;...
Notify Caller ID Call Barring Restrict outgoing/incoming calls and SMS messages. ・When attempting to place/send a call/SMS while calling is Phone Call settings Other service settings restricted, a message appears. Message may take time to appear in some areas. Restriction Description All outgoing Restrict all outgoing calls.
Global Services Restrict Handset is Global Roaming Service eligible. Use the same handset number outside Japan. Calling Japan Abroad Assistant is installed on handset. While outside Japan, follow onscreen prompts to place calls easily according to the country the other party is in. To learn about roaming areas/rates, etc., see SoftBank Website: Call Barring is set.
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Calling to Country other than Japan while 日本(JPN) Outside Japan Using Abroad Assistant Dial number, Other country number Select country code ・ When calling SoftBank handsets, always select 日本 (JPN) ・ To enter country code and dial, dial number, Call this number Disabling Abroad Assistant Phone Call settings...
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Setting a Cellular Provider Changing Data Roaming Setting Handset connects to appropriate carrier in country of stay Change setting for data communication outside Japan. automatically by default. To use a specific carrier: Settings Network Network settings Settings Network Network settings Cellular networks Cellular networks Cellular network settings open.
Changing Call Settings Phone Call settings Changing Call Settings Settable items are the following. Item Description Set whether (Side Key) stops Quick silent ringtone and vibration when call is arriving. Call settings open. Operation Set handset action when opened as call is when opened arriving.
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Setting Whether Dial Keys Answer Call In Call settings, Any-key answer ・ Any-key answer to toggle on ( )/off ( Setting Whether " " Included in Phone Number Used as Sub-Address Separator Used when calling an extension directly with the number after "...
Messaging Types of Mail..............72 Customizing Handset Address......... 72 Sending S! Mail..............73 Sending SMS..............76 Checking/Replying to Mail (S! Mail/SMS)......77 Messaging Window Layout..........79 Changing Mail Settings............ 84 Using PC Mail..............87...
Types of Mail Customizing Handset Address S! Mail Changing Address Exchange messages with S! Mail-compatible SoftBank handsets and email compatible devices (other mobiles, PCs, etc.) beyond Settings SMS character entry limit; attach media files. Exchange short messages (up to 160 single-byte characters) using handset numbers as addresses.
Sending S! Mail Select Subject field Enter subject Sending S! Mail (Long Press) Select Message field Enter message Window for creating S! Mail opens. Select Recipient field Address Book Send/ Receive history Mail Group Profile Direct entry ・ Select Attachment field to attach a file.
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Operations when Creating S! Mail Editing Return Address for S! Mail Recipient to Converting to SMS Send Reply to In window for creating S! Mail, (Options) Send In window for creating S! Mail, (Options) Convert to SMS options Reply address Edit address Edit address...
Attaching Files Enter recipient, subject, and message (Send) How to attach an image to S! Mail is described. ・Recipient may not receive attachment depending on recipient's model. (Long Press) Select Attachment field Datafolder S! Mail is sent. ・The "(1)" in "Attachment file (1)" in Attachment field indicates the number of attachments.
Sending SMS (Send) Sending SMS Create SMS SMS is sent. If Maximum Sendable SMS Length is Exceeded Window for creating SMS opens. Confirmation appears for converting to S! Mail. To convert, select Select Recipient field Address Book Send/ Operations when Sending SMS Receive history Profile Direct entry...
Checking/Replying to Mail (S! Mail/SMS) Changing Text Size of Message In window for creating SMS, (Options) Set font Handset receives S! Mail/SMS messages automatically by size Tiny Small Normal Large Huge default. Optionally, retrieve messages manually, and also retrieve all messages saved on the server. Viewing Help for How to Copy Text, Etc.
Opening Messages Replying to Mail Inbox Outbox In opened message, (Reply) Inbox/Outbox opens. Window for creating message opens. ・ To reply to a message with several recipients, select Reply to sender Reply to all Select folder Enter message (Send) Message list opens. Mail is sent.
Messaging Window Layout Inbox/Outbox Layout Inbox is described as an example. Mail Menu Layout 受信メール(rec'd messages) folder / 送信メール(sent messages) folder Inbox フォルダ(folder) Create S! Mail message Spam mail Outbox All messages Unsent messages Message templates 1 Number of messages shown for unread mail. Create SMS message Settings Inbox/Outbox Operations...
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Message List Layout Canceling Folder Secret Setting Received message list is described as an example. In Inbox/Outbox, select folder (Options) Remove folder secrecy ・Settable only when temporarily out of Secret mode. Setting Whether to Change Arrival Notification for Each Folder In Inbox, select folder (Options) reception notification...
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Message List Operations Selecting and Moving S! Mail/SMS Scrolling Message List In Message List, (Options) Move Complex In Message List, Item Select message to move (Move) Select folder to move to ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts. Replying to S! Mail/SMS ・...
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Message Layout Selecting and Changing S! Mail/SMS Messages to Opened/Unopened In received messages list, (Options) opened/ unopened Complex Item opened unopened Select message (Open/ Unopened) ・ With messages to open/unopen selected, (Options) Check all Uncheck all to select ( )/cancel ( all messages.
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Copying S! Mail/SMS Recipient / Subject / Sending S! Mail/SMS by Infrared/Bluetooth ® Message In opened message, (Options) Mail operation In opened message, (Options) Copy Data transfer Send by Infrared Send by Address Title Text Select item/range to Bluetooth Follow onscreen prompts copy Changing Text Size of S! Mail/SMS Protecting S! Mail/SMS...
Changing Mail Settings Selecting Type of Notification for Arrived Mail Make settings for S! Mail/SMS. In General settings, Receive/display settings Reception notification display Sender General Settings Notification only Settable items are the following. Setting Mail Ringtone Item Description In General settings, Receive/display settings Receive/ Make S! Mail/SMS receive settings.
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Changing Image for Incoming Mail Setting Whether Send Screen is Shown until Message Has Been Sent In General settings, Receive/display settings In General settings, Send/create settings Display Mail receiving image Select Image Photo sending status Picture Select image ・ Display sending status to toggle on ( )/off ( ・If size of image is too large, confirmation appears.
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S! Mail Settings Setting Size of S! Mail Messages to Create and Send Settable items are the following. In S! Mail settings, Send/create settings Size of Item Description create mail Confirm over 300KB Receive/ display Set how mail is received. Setting Size of Images to Be Sent with S! Mail settings Send/create...
Using PC Mail Creating/Sending Mail Send/receive email. Mail PC Mail Setting an Account Set up an email account to use PC Mail. When activating PC Mail for the first time, account setup menu appears; complete setup. ・Information such as username (ID), password, and server name for email you are using is required.
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Deleting Recipient Adding Quick Response Text In message composition window, select Recipient field In message composition window, (Options) Select recipient (Options) Delete Insert quick response Select text Select one ・ (Options) Delete Select multiple to select and delete recipients. Viewing New Mail Selecting and Deleting Recipients When message arrives, Information and Notification Indicator appear.
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Viewing Mail Resetting Message as Unread In opened message, (Options) Mark unread Mail PC Mail ・ Alternatively, in Message List, (Options) Mark read/unread Select one Selecting and Resetting Messages as Unread In Message List, (Options) Mark read/unread Select multiple Unread Select messages (Unread) ・...
Browser Using Browser Menu Enter search words or a URL to use the Internet. Access the Internet, check connection history and downloaded data, and make settings from Browser Menu. Browser Menu SSL & TLS contains the following items. Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) and Transport Layer Security Item Description (TLS) are encryption protocols that secure Internet...
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Using History Entering URLs Directly / Web Search (Long Press) History (Long Press) URL input/Web search History opens. Enter URL of page/search words Select history category Select history item Browser opens. ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts. Browser opens. ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts. History Operations Saving to Bookmarks from History Select history item in History...
Browser Operations Closing All Tabs Other Than Current Tab In Browser, (Options) Tab list Opening New Tabs (Options) Close other tabs Open multiple webpages in different tabs to switch between them easily. Browser opens. ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts. (Options) New tab New tab opens.
Browser Settings Deleting Cache Set Browser operation. Settable items are the following. In Browser settings, Privacy & security Delete cache Item Description Home page Set webpage to appear with Homepage Deleting Browsing History setting Set whether images appear with In Browser settings, Privacy &...
Saving Frequently Visited Sites Setting Whether to Open New Tabs in Background Adding Bookmarks In Browser settings, Advanced Open in background ・ Open in background to toggle on ( )/off ( Open page in Browser to add Setting Search Engine In Browser settings, Advanced Set search engine...
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Opening Bookmarks Checking Bookmark Information In Bookmark window, select bookmark (Options) Property (Long Press) Bookmark ・Check title / URL / folder, or send bookmark information. Sending All Bookmarks by Infrared/Bluetooth ® In Bookmark window, (Options) Send all bookmarks Infrared Bluetooth Follow onscreen prompts Deleting Bookmarks...
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TV..................100 Watching TV..............101 Data Broadcast (Japanese)..........102...
Setting Channels (Initial Use) View One Seg service for mobiles (only in Japan). (Long Press) Viewing Environment Viewing may not be possible where signal reception is poor, such as indoors, underground, and in tunnels. Viewing may be interrupted when moving to where signal reception is poor.
Watching TV Searching for and Setting Channels In window for creating channel list, Create by searching Watching TV channels (Set) Viewing is described for handset after channels have been set. (Long Press) TV screen (vertical) appears. Press to select channel Screen for selected channel appears.
Data Broadcast (Japanese) Data Broadcast Operations Returning to TV Operation Data Broadcast (Japanese) While in data broadcast operation, (TV mode) Data broadcast with program information appears at bottom of Display in TV screen (vertical). Refreshing Data Broadcast ・Not available in widescreen TV. While in data broadcast operation, (Options) Reload data broadcasting...
Capturing Photos/Recording Videos Aim Camera at subject Capture photos and videos in portrait or landscape views. Unless described otherwise, capture in portrait view is described for photos, and in landscape view for videos. Camera Cautions When Using Camera Mind etiquette when using Camera. ・...
Troubleshooting Recording Videos Cannot activate Camera / Camera exits suddenly Camera cannot activate on low battery charge. Charge (VideoCam) Battery adequately. If handset has reached a high temperature with use, Camera exits automatically after showing an alert and saving captured data. Camera exits automatically after a period of inactivity.
Photo/Video Viewfinder Layout Changing Settings Settable items are the following. Item Description change to Change to video recording. videocamera Change Change to photo capture. camera change mode / Change shooting modes to suite the Mode change conditions or subject. Location Info(Auto) / Set whether to automatically use location Location info...
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Setting Special Effect Pattern for Miniature (Settings) Camera In Settings (with photo capture), Miniature Center Upper Lower ・ Settable when the shooting mode is Miniature Setting Whether to Enable Shooting by Saying "Shutter" to Handset In Settings (with photo capture), Voice recognition Settings open.
Music Files Music Playback Window Layout Play back music files and create playlists of favorite songs. Playing Music Selecting and playing back a music file in Data folder is described as an example. Data Music Song image Song title / album title / artist name Elapsed time Shuffle status Repeat status...
Viewing Videos Searching for Music Play back videos. In Music Playback window, (Options) Search Search by song Search by album Search by Playing Videos artist Browser Music Follow onscreen prompts Random Playback Data Movie In Music Playback window, (Options) Shuffle setting Shuffle ・...
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Video Playback Window Layout Changing Playback Viewing Size In Video Playback window, (Options) Switch view size Normal Cinema Setting Whether to Repeat Playback In Video Playback window, (Options) Repeat play ・ Repeat play to toggle on ( )/off ( Title Sending Videos Playback time/total time Playback position slider...
Handling Files (Data Folder) Checking Files Handset files are managed in Data folder. Files created with functions or received with mail or from the Internet are automatically saved to the appropriate folder. Data Data Folder The following folder types appear in Data folder. Folder type Files contained Photo...
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Data Folder Operations Selecting and Deleting Files Changing Save Location from Where Files are In file list, (Options) Delete selected Opened Select file (Delete) In file list, (Storage) Phone+microSD ・ Select file to toggle select ( )/cancel ( Phone microSD ・...
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Changing User Folder Names In Datafolder window, User Folder Select user folder (Options) Rename folder Enter folder name Creating User Folders In Datafolder window, User Folder (Options) Create folder Enter folder name New user folder is added at top. Deleting User Folders In Datafolder window, User Folder Select user...
Connectivity & File Backup Using Infrared Transmission..........118 Using Bluetooth ............119 ® Connecting by Wi-Fi............120 Using the Tethering Function........124 Backup................125 Using Data Transfer............125...
Using Infrared Transmission Sending Profile (Phone Number, Etc.) Exchange files (contacts, Notepad, bookmarks, profile, still With handset and other device close together, align their images, videos, music, etc.) with mobile phones and other infrared ports in a straight line. devices by infrared. ・Also send image and music files (operation may differ depending on the type of file being received).
Using Bluetooth ® Send by infrared Align infrared ports on handset and Connect handset to other Bluetooth devices (e.g., headset) ® receiving device for handsfree conversations, or connect to other Bluetooth ® capable mobile phones, etc. to exchange files. Bluetooth ®...
Connecting by Wi-Fi Sending Files (e.g., Address Book) Handset supports Wi-Fi (wireless LAN). Access the Internet via household Wi-Fi networks. Phone Address Book Wi-Fi Available in the following environments. Environment Description Connect handset to your Wi-Fi home network. If you have a broadband connection at home but do not have a Wi- Fi router, consider using a Wi-Fi router by Address Book opens.
Enabling Wi-Fi Setting when Wi-Fi Enters Sleep In Wi-Fi window, (Options) Advanced Wi-Fi sleep policy Select setting Settings Wi-Fi Setting Whether to Disable Wi-Fi for Poor Connections In Wi-Fi window, (Options) Advanced Avoid poor connections ・ Avoid poor connections to toggle on ( )/off ( Using Handovers Wi-Fi window opens.
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Wi-Fi Connection Operations Selecting and Connecting to an Access Point Connecting Access Points Manually Enable handset Wi-Fi settings first. In Wi-Fi window, (Options) Add network Enter network SSID Select Security field Select security protocol Select Password field Settings Wi-Fi Enter password Save ・Available when Wi-Fi settings are enabled.
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Disconnecting Wi-Fi Using Wi-Fi Direct Use Wi-Fi Direct to establish a Wi-Fi connection with other Wi-Fi Direct-compatible devices with no need for an access Settings Wi-Fi point or Internet connection. ・Enable handset Wi-Fi settings first. Settings Wi-Fi Wi-Fi window opens. Select connected access point Disconnect Wi-Fi window opens.
Using the Tethering Function Setting Tethering When using tethering, several methods are available for Tethering Function connecting handset with other devices. Make settings according to connection method and status of target device beforehand. Tethering makes handset act as an external modem (like a Wi- Settable items are the following.
Backup Using Data Transfer Data Transfer Cautions Basics Importing Files Available backup methods are the following. File import requires adequate space in internal storage. Method Description Process stops if Battery runs low. Charge adequately before transferring files. Import SD Card files saved with another device or with handset, or save (back up) Data transfer Saving Files...
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Importing by Infrared microSD Via microSD (Start) With handset and other device close together, align their infrared ports in a straight line. ・Operation may differ depending on the type of files being received. Settings Data transfer/reset Data transfer Select items Select files (Add) Data transfer/Save window opens.
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Importing Contacts via Bluetooth ® Enter an authentication code (OK) Align infrared ports on handset and receiving device Settings Data transfer/reset Data transfer Ready screen appears. ・Authentication code allows handset to verify transmission Data transfer/Save window opens. with correct device. Enter same code (4 digits) on both devices (code can be anything and is used for only the one ・...
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Saving Files to SD Card (Next) Save contacts, mail, schedule, bookmarks, Notepad, User/ Learning dictionary, or emopa items saved to handset to SD Card. ・Insert SD Card beforehand. See "Inserting SD Card" for details. Settings Data transfer/reset Data transfer Add registration Data transfer/Save window opens.
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Select files (Save) ・ To select/cancel all categories, (Options) Check all Uncheck all ・ To select same items as previous backup, (Options) Check items selected last time ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts. Save starts. Files are saved.
Settings in Common Wallpaper & Display Settings........132 Sound/Notification Settings......... 134 Security Settings............135 Energy Saving and Battery Settings......137 Data Transfer/Reset Settings........138 Network Settings............140 Data Communication Settings........141 Automatic Data Communication/Synchronization Settings................144 Location Services Settings..........145 Other Settings..............145...
Wallpaper & Display Settings Wallpaper & Display Operations Setting Image in Internal Storage or on SD Card Wallpaper & Display Settings to Home Screen Wallpaper In Wallpaper/display window, Standby screen Set Wallpaper, Display brightness, etc. Settable items are the Wallpaper Datafolder Photo Picture...
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Setting Start Day of Week in Calendar for Setting Whether Display is Difficult to Peep Wallpaper at (VeilView) In Wallpaper/display window, Standby screen In Wallpaper/display window, VeilView VeilView Calendar display Week starts on Sunday ・ VeilView to toggle on ( )/off ( Monday Setting Pattern for VeilView...
Sound/Notification Settings Sound/Vibration Operations Setting Manner Mode Sound/Notification Settings In Sound/vibration window, Mode settings Standard Drive Silent Set Manner mode as well as make settings for ringtone, operation tones, etc. Settable items are the following. ・The following still sound in Manner mode: Camera shutter, video recording start/stop, music/video audio, etc.
Security Settings Setting Whether Handset Enters Manner Mode when Closed and Side Key Long-Pressed Security Settings In Sound/vibration window, General Press and hold side key Make security settings including Screen lock and security ・ codes. Settable items are the following. Press and hold side key to toggle on ( )/off (...
Security Operations Setting Whether Functions Can Access Secure Setting Usage Restrictions for Individual Certificates and Other Credentials Functions In Security window, Advanced settings Use secure In Security window, Restrict launching apps Enter credentials to select SYSTEM USER Operation Password Restrict launching apps Select certificate to show bottom of Select function...
Energy Saving and Battery Settings Cautions for Handset Encryption Observe the following when encrypting handset. ・To decrypt handset, perform "Resetting Handset (Reset Energy Saving and Battery Settings All)." ・ When Screen lock option other than None is set, Lower battery consumption and check battery usage. Settable storage decryption password entry window appears items are the following.
Data Transfer/Reset Settings Setting Whether Energy Saving Enabled when Battery below Set Level Data Transfer/Reset Settings In Energy saving/battery window, Energy saving Switch by battery Import files from another mobile phone via SD Card, infrared, ・ or Bluetooth , or save handset files to SD Card. See "Using Switch by battery to toggle on (...
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Resetting Handset (Reset All) Erase everything Erase all files in internal storage. Settings Data transfer/reset Handset restarts. Reset All Cautions Data transfer/reset window opens. Performing Reset All erases all files in internal storage. Make a backup of all important files beforehand. ・Erased content cannot be recovered.
Network Settings Adding VPN Destinations In Network window, Network settings Network Settings settings (Options) Add VPN profile information (Save) Set Airplane mode and other network settings. Settable items are the following. ・Set lock no./password for unlocking screen beforehand. ・ Select added VPN to connect/disconnect.
Data Communication Settings Setting a Proxy Check your amount of cellular data usage (per month) and In Network window, Network settings Proxy restrict usage. settings Proxy/port/exclusion list Enter each Data usage is only as tracked by handset, and may differ from actual data usage statement.
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Data Usage Window Layout Limiting/Alerting Data Usage Set an upper limit and alert position on data usage beforehand to receive alerts and notifications of limited usage when the upper limit is approached. Settings Network Data usage cycle Show cycle for checking data usage/set cycle reset date Data usage Data communication limit line...
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Restricting Data Communication (Options) Restriction size Set limit on usage Restrict data transmission per application. (Accept) Settings Network Limit is set on amount of data usage. Network window opens. (Options) Warning size Set amount of data usage for alert (Accept) Data transmission Data usage that user is alerted at is set.
Automatic Data Communication/ Data Transmission Restriction Synchronization Settings Operations Releasing Restrictions on Data Transmission Changing Automatic Data In Data transmission restriction window, select restricted Communication/Synchronization application Settings Setting Whether to Allow Check before Customize settings to automatically lower amount of data Installing Applications that Unexpectedly Use communication.
Location Services Settings Other Settings Location Services Settings Other Settings Enable location services. Make settings for other functions. Settable items are the following. Item Description Item Description Location Set usage of location services. services アプリアップ Install updates for functions with データ...
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Application Update Settings Set each item Check whether applications are the latest version. Install available updates. This regular update function is disabled by default. Settings Other settings Setting is complete. Other settings open. アプリアップデータ (app updater) App updater window opens. Set each item Setting is complete.
Application Settings Setting to Update Applications Regularly Check settings and information for installed and running In app updater window, アプリ定期更新確認 (check for applications. regular updates) ( ・ Set to off ( ) by default. ・ アプリ定期更新確認 to toggle on ( )/off ( Settings Other settings...
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Date and Time Operations Date & Time Settings Setting Date and Time Automatically Make settings for date and time. Settable items are the following. In Date & time window, Auto date & time ・ Auto date & time to toggle on ( )/off ( Item Description...
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Self Check Settings Follow onscreen prompts Run a handset diagnostic or reboot in Safe mode. Diagnostic results appears. ・ Select result to open result window. Settings Other settings Self Check Operations Opening Self Check Diagnostic History In Self check window, select history event Follow onscreen prompts Selecting and Deleting Self Check History Events...
Storage Settings Set each item Check internal storage and SD Card memory space, mount or unmount SD Card, erase SD Card files, and use other options. Settable items are the following. Item Description Check total internal storage/SD Card Total space space.
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microSD Encryption/Decryption Language Settings Cautions Observe the following when encrypting/decrypting SD Card Settings Other settings files. ・Charge handset adequately beforehand, and keep handset charged during the process. ・Set lock no./password for unlocking screen beforehand. ・Encryption/decryption is not possible if there is not enough free space on SD Card.
Device Info & Settings Text Entry Settings Check handset status. Make settings for text entry. Settable items are the following. Item Description Settings Other settings S-Shoin Set functioning of S-Shoin. Text-to- Make detailed settings for text-to- speech output speech. Pointer speed Set pointer speed for mouse/trackpad use.
Text Input Operations Accessibility Settings Setting Voice Synthesis Engine for Text-to- Make settings for user accessibility such as captions. Speech Item Description In Text input window, Text-to-speech output Pico (Settings) Set each item Notification Make settings for PASSNOW linked link notifications.
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User Accessibility Operations Setting Captions In Accessibility settings, Captions Captions ・ To cancel captions, Captions Captions Setting How Captions Appear In Accessibility settings, Captions Language Text size Caption style Select item ・ Settable when Captions is ON. Setting Whether Display Text is Larger In Accessibility settings, Large text ・...
Updating Software Updating Software Manually Operate handset where signal reception is good and without Software Updates changing location. Also operate with adequate battery charge. Signal becoming weak or Battery becoming low during an update may cause an update failure. At specified time, handset automatically checks for and downloads firmware updates as required.
Troubleshooting Battery level goes down quickly Are you where signal is weak or have been out of Check Here First service area for a long period? Calling where signal is weak or being out of service area uses a lot of battery. If symptoms continue even after checking, contact a nearby The following shorten handset usage time: SoftBank Shop or...
Specifications USIM Card is not recognized Is USIM Card installed properly? Is it installed in the AQUOS ケータイ(Keitai) 2 right location and orientation? Turn off handset, check whether USIM Card is installed properly, and then turn Handset specifications are as follows.
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Data speeds Materials (AQUOS ケータイ(Keitai) 2) depend on the region being used in. 8 To be introduced starting in some areas. Depending on Parts Materials Used/Surface Finish area, maximum downlink speed 75 Mbps, 37.5 Mbps, or lower.
Warranty & After-Sales Service External connector terminal SUS+copper alloy/Tin plating, gold plating (metal Warranty portion) Infrared port Acrylic resin Handset purchase includes warranty. SD Card slot ・Check shop name and purchase date. cover ・Read warranty and keep in a safe place. SD Card slot ・Warranty period is given in warranty.
Customer Service For SoftBank handset or service information, call General Information. For repairs, call Customer Assistance. SoftBank Customer Support General Information From a SoftBank handset, dial toll free at 157 From a landline/IP phone, dial toll free at 0800-919-0157 Customer Assistance (Repairs/Lost Handsets) From a SoftBank handset, dial toll free at 113 From a landline/IP phone, dial toll free at 0800-919-0113...
Safety Precautions Handset, Battery, USIM Card, AC Charger (Sold Separately), Desktop Holder (Optional Accessory), Micro USB Read Safety Precautions before using handset. Cable (Optional Accessory), SD Card Observe precautions to avoid injury to self or others, or (Sold Separately) (Common) damage to property.
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Do not let water or other liquids (drinking water, sweat, sea water, pet urine, etc.) enter Do not drop, stomp, throw or subject to charging terminals or External Connection Jack. excessive force or strong impact/vibration. May cause fire, burns, injury, electric shock, etc. May cause fire, burns, injury, electric shock, etc.
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Handset Do not use if broken. May cause fire, burns, injury, etc. Do not throw into a fire or apply heat. Battery may ignite, burst, overheat, or leak, causing fire, burns, injury, etc. Do not place on unstable surfaces; take added care when vibration is set.
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Regarding handset use in a hospital, follow the instructions given by the respective medical Do not point Infrared Port at eyes when institution. sending by infrared. Power off handset where handset use is May affect vision, etc. prohibited. Handset use may adversely affect operation of electronic devices and electronic medical devices.
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If Display or Camera lens breaks, be careful with shards of broken glass and exposed Do not swing handset grasping strap. handset parts. May result in hitting yourself, other persons, or nearby Touching the broken or exposed parts may cause burns, objects, causing injury or other accident.
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In addition, do not carry or For details on materials used for handset parts, see store Battery with such objects. "Materials (AQUOS ケータイ(Keitai) 2)." Battery may ignite, burst, overheat, or leak, causing fire, burns, injury, etc.
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AC Charger (Sold Separately) and Desktop Holder (Optional Accessory) If any trouble such as odor, overheating, discoloration, deformation, etc. is found, do not use it. Battery may ignite, burst, overheat, or leak, causing fire, Do not use AC Charger if the cord is damaged. burns, injury, etc.
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When AC Charger is connected to handset, do If charging terminals become bent or deformed, not apply excessive force to the connection. discontinue use immediately. In addition, do not use AC Charger by restoring the terminals to May cause fire, burns, injury, electric shock, etc. their original state.
Important Product Information Handset Use & Electronic Medical Devices General Use ・If your USIM Card or handset (with USIM Card inserted) is lost or stolen, suspend your service immediately. For details, contact SoftBank Customer Support, General Information. ・Handset transmissions may be disrupted inside buildings, If you are using an electronic medical device tunnels or underground, or when moving into/out of such (implanted pacemaker, implanted defibrillator,...
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Camera Technical Regulations Conformity Certification ・Mind etiquette when using Camera. ・Test Camera before shooting special moments. Handset conforms to technical regulations pursuant to the ・Do not use Camera in places where shooting is prohibited. Radio Law and the Telecommunications Business Law. To check ・Shot images may not be used/transferred without technical regulations conformity certification information permission of a copyright holder (photographer), etc.,...
Handset & Hardware Care Battery ・Always power off before removing Battery. Handset & Hardware Care Do not remove Battery while saving data, sending mail, etc. May result in loss, alteration, or corruption of data. ・To reduce battery consumption: ・Leaving handset with Battery removed for a long period or without any charge may result in saved data and settings Settings Energy saving/battery...
Bluetooth Function ® Earphones-Microphone Port SoftBank Corp. is not liable for any damages resulting from Stereo Earphones with Mic (SHLDL1) are available for separate data/information leakage due to use of handset Bluetooth ® purchase. Use with specified 3.5mm adapter (SHDDU1) function.
Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) General Notes Wireless LAN (hereafter "Wi-Fi") uses radio waves to enable "601SH" here refers to this mobile phone "AQUOS ケータイ communication between compatible devices within range. (Keitai) 2." However, it is advisable for the user to configure security settings to avoid risk of data interception.
CE Declaration of Conformity Maximum Transmit Power Hereby, SHARP CORPORATION declares that the radio Item Description equipment type 601SH is in compliance with Directive GSM900 +33 dBm (Power Class 4) 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available DCS1800 +30 dBm (Power Class 1) at the following internet address:...
Absorption Rate (SAR) Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 【601SH】 here refers to this mobile phone 【AQUOS ケータイ (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) (Keitai) 2】.
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Additional information on Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) can European RF Exposure Information/FCC be found on the FCC website at https://www.fcc.gov/general/ RF Exposure Information radio-frequency-safety-0. This mobile phone 【601SH】 is confirmed to comply with The World Health Organization has stated that present guidelines relating to effects of radio wave exposure as scientific information does not indicate the need for any set forth by the Council of Europe (CE) and the Federal...
Water, Dust, & Shock Resistance Precautions ・Do not subject handset to soap, detergent, bath powder/oil, Handset Water, Dust, & Shock sea/pool water, spa/hot water, etc. Resistance ・Rinse off sea/pool water, beverage, dirt, sand, mud, etc. immediately with fresh/tap water between 5 C - 35 residue may cause malfunction if allowed to dry.
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Care & Maintenance Drying Handset ・Proper care of rubber gasket around Battery (on Back Cover) After handset has been exposed to water, be sure to dry is crucial for continued handset water/dust resistance. hinges, Air Vent, Earpiece/Speaker, Mic, and External Device Observe the following: Port.
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After Drying Do not use handset while still wet. ・May affect calling, or may wet clothes, bag, etc. ・May short-circuit External Device Port. ・In cold regions, may freeze and cause malfunction.
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A About the User Guide............3 Accessing Functions............35 Address Book..............48 Automatic Data Communication/Synchronization Settings................144 B AQUOS ケータイ2 Backup................125 User Guide Index Barring Incoming Calls............60 Basic Operations with this Handset....... 32 Bluetooth® Function............175 Browser................92 Browser Operations............94 C...
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Security Settings............135 I Sending S! Mail..............73 Important Product Information........172 Sending SMS..............76 Importing Files from Other Mobiles....... 25 S! Mail/SMS............... 77 Inserting/Removing Battery..........15 Sound/Notification Settings..........134 Internal Storage/SD Card..........11 Specifications..............158 Status Bar................. 20 Sub-display................ 22 J Japanese................102 T Text Entry.................47 K...
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AQUOS ケータイ2 User Guide December 2016, First Edition SoftBank Corp. Visit SoftBank Shop for assistance Model : AQUOS ケータイ2 Manufacturer : SHARP CORPORATION...
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