Read "Safety Precautions" thoroughly beforehand for proper
usage.
Accessible services may be limited by contract conditions.
Guide Usage Notes
In the User Guide, most operation descriptions are based on
handset at time of purchase.
Unless noted otherwise, descriptions are from Standby.
"Confirmation" refers to a window that appears after
operation, such as authentication prompt window, selection
window or caution window.
Some operation descriptions may be omitted.
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Introduction
Screenshots & Key Labels
Screenshots in the User Guide may differ in appearance with
actual 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."
"501KC" here refers to this mobile phone "DIGNO® ケータイ
(Keitai)."
Maintain handset performance. Do not
cover with sticker, etc.
Use as touchpad when Touch Pointer is on.
Talk to other party through this.
Handset Opens and Closes
Handset Closed
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NameDescription
Incoming/
Charging LED
Sub-display
External
Device Port
Charging
Terminals
(for Desktop
Holder)
Speaker
Internal
Communications
Antennas
Capture
Light/
Flashlight
Camera
Straphole
Back Cover
Infrared
Port
Illuminates while charging or for
notifications (missed calls, new messages,
etc.).
Clock and Notification Indicators for new
calls, mail, etc. appear.
Connect AC Charger, etc.
Connect to Desktop Holder during
charging.
Listen to music, video sound, TV, etc.
Used for calling, Internetting, etc. Avoid
covering with stickers or fingers.
Use as lighting when capturing images or
as a flashlight.
Capture photos and videos.
Attach a strap.
Remove to access USIM Card, SD Card, and
Battery.
Use for infrared transmission.
Be sure to close handset before carrying with you.
Getting Started
Handset Opened
Open handset to operate keys or call.
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Handset Keys
Key (Name)Description
(Multi
Selector (up))
(Multi
Selector
(left))
(Mail
Key)
(TV/
Character
Key)
(Multi
Selector
(down))
(Start Key)
-
(Dial
Keys)
(Key)
Show item selection cursor in Standby.
Show incoming call history.
Open mail menu. Long Press to open S!
Mail composition window.
Activate TV. Long Press to turn on
Flashlight.
Open Phone Book. Long Press to save to
Phone Book.
Activate Link Now. Long Press to activate
Fake call1.
Enter phone numbers. Activate Write
now1. Long Press to search Phone Book.
Enter. Activate Write now1. Long Press
to enter int'l access number.
(Clear/Back
Key)
(Power/End
Key)
(#
Key)
(History Key)
1 Operates when setting enabled.
Open Answer Memo List. Long Press to
toggle Auto answering on/off.
Show/hide information in Standby. Long
Press for Power Off screen.
Activate Write now1. Long Press to toggle
Bluetooth® on/off.
Open application history.
Multi Selector
In this User Guide, Multi Selector operations are indicated
as follows:
・
Pressor.....
・
Pressor.....
・
Press,,, or.....
Handset Keys (Handset Closed)
Key (Name)Description
Show Sub-display. Long Press to enter/
(Side Key)
exit Manner mode.
(Notification
Key)
(App Key)
(Center Key)
(Multi
Selector
(right))
(Browser Key)
(Side Key)
(Camera Key)
Open Notifications Window. Long Press to
open Settings Window.
Open Application list. Long Press to
activate application set with "Custom
key"1.
Open Main Menu. Long Press to lock/
unlock(Side Key) when handset
closed.
Show outgoing call history.
Activate Browser. Long Press to open
browser menu.
Activate manner mode menu. Long Press
to activate/cancel Manner mode.
Activate Camera (Video). Long Press to
open Data Folder.
USIM Card Installation
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USIM Card is an IC card containing customer and
authentication information, including handset number.
Inserting USIM Card
Always power off beforehand.
Remove Back Cover
・Gently lift Back Cover by notch in direction shown with
finger.
Remove Battery
Slide USIM Card in direction shown into USIM Card Slot Cover
・Note location of notch.
Lock USIM Card Slot Cover
・
Lower USIM Card Slot Cover in direction, and slide with
pad of finger in directionuntil it clicks locked.
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・Gently lift Battery by bottom in direction shown.
Unlock USIM Card Slot Cover
・Slide USIM Card Slot Cover with pad of finger in direction
shown until it clicks unlocked.
Lift USIM Card Slot cover in direction shown
Insert Battery
・
Slide Battery in directiononto metal terminals in
handset, and press into handset in direction.
Fit Back Cover on handset, and press Back Cover in directions
shown
Work way around Back Cover in directionsholding down
in directionto install completely
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Removing USIM Card
Always power off beforehand.
Remove Back Cover
・Gently lift Back Cover by notch in direction shown with
finger.
Remove Battery
・Gently lift Battery by bottom in direction shown.
Lock USIM Card Slot Cover
・
Lower USIM Card Slot Cover in direction, and slide with
pad of finger in directionuntil it clicks locked.
Insert Battery
・
Slide Battery in directiononto metal terminals in
handset, and press into handset in direction.
Unlock USIM Card Slot Cover
・Slide USIM Card Slot Cover with pad of finger in direction
shown until it clicks unlocked.
Lift USIM Card Slot cover in direction shown
Slide USIM Card in direction shown to remove from USIM Card
Slot Cover
Fit Back Cover on handset, and press Back Cover in directions
shown
Work way around Back Cover in directionsholding down
in directionto install completely
SIM Unlocking
Handset supports SIM unlocking. After SIM-unlocking handset,
other companies' SIM cards can also be used on handset.
・Services and applications may have limitations with use
of an other-company SIM card. SoftBank Corp. makes no
guarantees whatsoever regarding the proper operation of
handset.
・For details on SIM unlocking, see SoftBank Website.
Handset Memory/SD Card
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Handset supports SD Card up to 32 GB. Some SD Cards may
not operate properly.
Handset memory is available for saving system data,
applications, captured photos and movies, and other data.
Handset Memory/SD Card Cautions
Content Saved to Handset Memory/SD Card
Files
Content in handset memory/SD Card may be lost/altered
due to accidents, malfunctions, repairs, handset upgrade/
replacement, or other handling. Back up important content
regularly. SoftBank Corp. is not liable for any damages
resulting from loss/alteration of content.
・Do not forcefully install or remove SD Card.
・Do not touch terminals with hands or metal.
・Never power off while files are being accessed.
・Be careful that data does not become erased or
overwritten.
microSDHC Cards
Handset supports SDHC SD cards (microSDHC cards).
microSDHC cards can only be used with SDHC devices.
Remove Battery
Getting Started
・Gently lift Battery by bottom in direction shown.
Unlock SD Card Slot Cover
・Slide SD Card Slot Cover with pad of finger in direction
shown until it clicks unlocked.
Lift SD Card Slot cover in direction shown
Save Location
By default, photos and videos captured with handset are
saved to handset memory.
SD Card Precaution
Keep SD Card away from infants; may cause choking if
swallowed.
Inserting SD Card
Always power off beforehand.
At time of purchase, a protective card is inserted in SD Card
Slot. Remove before installing an SD Card.
Leave inserted if not using an SD Card to prevent rattling.
・While the protective card can be inserted when an SD Card
is not used, it is not necessary to insert the card.
Slide SD Card in direction shown into SD Card Slot Cover
・Note orientation.
Lock SD Card Slot Cover
Remove Back Cover
・Gently lift Back Cover by notch in direction shown with
finger.
・
Lower SD Card Slot Cover in direction, and slide with
pad of finger in directionuntil it clicks locked.
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Removing SD Card
Insert Battery
・
Slide Battery in directiononto metal terminals in
handset, and press into handset in direction.
Fit Back Cover on handset, and press Back Cover in directions
shown
Work way around Back Cover in directionsholding down
in directionto install completely
Always power off beforehand.
Remove Back Cover
・Gently lift Back Cover by notch in direction shown with
finger.
Remove Battery
・Gently lift Battery by bottom in direction shown.
Unlock SD Card Slot Cover
・Slide SD Card Slot Cover with pad of finger in direction
shown until it clicks unlocked.
Lift SD Card Slot cover in direction shown
Slide SD Card in direction shown to remove from SD Card Slot
Cover
Formatting SD Card
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Lock SD Card Slot Cover
・
Lower SD Card Slot Cover in direction, and slide with
pad of finger in directionuntil it clicks locked.
Insert Battery
・
Slide Battery in directiononto metal terminals in
handset, and press into handset in direction.
Fit Back Cover on handset, and press Back Cover in directions
shown
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.
・Insert SD Card beforehand. See "Inserting SD Card" for
details.
SettingsMore settings
Storage
Getting Started
Work way around Back Cover in directionsholding down
in directionto install completely
Erase SD card
Erase SD card
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Erase everything
All SD Card files are deleted.
・If Lock screen is "PIN" or "Password", a screen appears for
entering the PIN/password.
Inserting/Removing Battery
Inserting
Remove Back Cover
・Gently lift Back Cover by notch in direction shown with
finger.
Insert Battery
・
Slide Battery in directiononto metal terminals in
handset, and press into handset in direction.
Fit Back Cover on handset, and press Back Cover in directions
shown
Work way around Back Cover in directionsholding down
in directionto install completely
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Removing
Always power off beforehand.
Remove Back Cover
・Gently lift Back Cover by notch in direction shown with
finger.
Remove Battery
・Gently lift Battery by bottom in direction shown.
Fit Back Cover on handset, and press Back Cover in directions
shown
Charging Battery
Charge Battery inserted in handset.
Incoming/Charging LED
Lights red during charging, and goes out once charging
completes.
・Incoming/Charging LED flashing while charging indicates
an abnormality with Charger, Battery, or that equipment
has reached the end of its service life, and that Battery
is not charging properly. Check that Charger and other
equipment are SoftBank-specified items. If you are using
specified products only, contact a SoftBank Shop or
SoftBank Customer Support, General Information.
Charging Cautions
Water Resistance
The optional AC Charger and Desktop Holder are not
waterproof. Never connect Micro USB plug while handset or
AC Charger is wet.
Handset is water resistant; however, if Micro USB plug
is inserted while it is wet, liquid (tap water, beverage,
sea water, pet urine, etc.) or a foreign object adhered to
handset or Micro USB plug may cause overheating, burnout,
fire, malfunction, burns, etc. due to electric shock, shortcircuiting, etc.
Getting Started
Work way around Back Cover in directionsholding down
in directionto install completely
Handling Cables
Do not pull, bend, or twist cable; may damage the cable.
Charging Abroad
SoftBank Corp. is not liable for problems resulting from
charging handset abroad.
AC Charger
AC Charger is an optional accessory. Use a SoftBank-specified
AC Charger.
For details on AC Chargers and other peripheral equipment,
see SoftBank Website.
Charging with AC Charger SB-AC12-HDQC is described here.
・See User Guide for AC Charger SB-AC12-HDQC.
・Never connect Micro USB plug while handset or AC Charger
is wet.
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Charging with Desktop Holder
Open External Device Port Cover and insert Micro USB plug on
AC Charger
・Insert Micro USB plug in correct orientation; otherwise,
External Device Port may be damaged. Check contours and
orientation of Micro USB plug, then insert it with tabs (○)
facing down.
Extend blades and plug AC Charger into AC outlet
Charging starts, and Incoming/Charging LED lights.
・Incoming/Charging LED goes out once charging completes.
Desktop Holder and AC Charger are optional accessories. Use
SoftBank-specified Desktop Holder/AC Charger.
For details on Desktop Holders/AC Chargers and other
peripheral equipment, see SoftBank Website.
Charging with Desktop Holder KYEAH1 and AC Charger SBAC12-HDQC is described here.
・See User Guide for Desktop Holder KYEAH1 or AC Charger
SB-AC12-HDQC.
・Never connect Micro USB plug while Desktop Holder or AC
Charger is wet.
・Do not place handset in Desktop Holder if wet.
Insert Micro USB plug of AC Charger in Desktop Holder
After charging, remove Micro USB plug from External Device
Port, then unplug AC Charger and retract blades
Close External Device Port Cover
Press in direction shown to close securely with no gaps
・Insert Micro USB plug in correct orientation; otherwise,
Desktop Holder port may be damaged. Check contours and
orientation of Micro USB plug, then insert it with tabs (○)
facing down.
Extend blades and plug AC Charger into AC outlet
Place handset in Desktop Holder
Charging starts, and Incoming/Charging LED lights.
・
Insert in direction, and then press down in direction
until it clicks in place.
・Incoming/Charging LED goes out once charging completes.
After charging, remove handset from Desktop Holder, and then
unplug AC Charger and retract blades
Remove AC Charger from Desktop Holder
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Power On/Off
Power On
Getting Started
Long Pressuntil SoftBank logo appears
Handset powers on, and Standby appears after a while.
Be sure to keep Center Access Code and PIN/password for
unlocking screen written down.
If you forget the code, contact us for recovery. For
details, contact SoftBank Customer Support, General
Information.
Be careful not to reveal security codes to others. If
misused by others, SoftBank Corp. is not liable for any
resulting damages.
In screen for entering Operation Password to activate
All Reset, locks for function, and settings, Password
changeFollow onscreen prompts
・Current Operation Password must be entered for
Operation Password.
Resetting Operation Password
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USIM PIN
SettingsAll resetReset phone
Password ResetOKFollow onscreen prompts
・My SoftBank authentication is required to reset
Operation Password. Set My SoftBank authentication
from My SoftBank homepage.
USIM PIN and USIM Card Lock
Getting Started
When USIM card lock is enabled, PIN (a code for USIM Card)
is required for handset use each time handset is powered on;
helps prevent unauthorized use by others.
・Enable USIM card lock by enabling PIN.
・PIN is 9999 by default.
PIN Entry Cautions
PIN entry is required when changing PIN, when powering
handset on with USIM card lock enabled, etc.
・Entering incorrect PIN three consecutive times activates
PIN Lock. To cancel, Personal Unblocking Key (PUK) is
required; contact SoftBank Customer Support, General
Information.
・Entering incorrect PUK ten consecutive times activates
PUK Lock, disabling handset. For recovery, USIM Card
must be reissued at a SoftBank Shop (fees apply).
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Enabling USIM PIN
When PIN (a code for USIM Card) is enabled, PIN entry is
required for handset use each time handset is powered on
with USIM Card installed.
SettingsLock/SecuritySecurityPIN
Certification
Screen for entering PIN appears.
Lock SIM cardEnter PIN(OK) ()
Changing USIM PIN
Lock USIM Card to change PIN. See "Enabling USIM PIN" for
details.
SettingsLock/SecuritySecurityPIN
Certification
USIM card lock settings open.
Change PIN codeEnter current PIN(OK)
Enter new PIN(OK)Re-enter new PIN
(OK)
PIN is enabled and USIM Card is locked.
Disabling USIM Card Lock
In screen for entering PIN, Lock SIM cardEnter
PIN(OK) ()
Operation at Power On
When USIM card lock is enabled, PIN entry window appears
each time handset is powered on. To use handset:
Enter PIN(Accept)
PIN is changed.
Handset is usable.
Basic Operations
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