DINGO F User Manual
DIGNO® F
User Guide
DIGNO® F User Guide Contents
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Introduction
Introduction.........................................................................3
Getting Started
Package Contents............................................................... 6
Parts & Functions.............................................................. 6
USIM Card............................................................................ 7
Internal Storage & SD Card.............................................10
Charging Battery.............................................................. 13
Power On/Off................................................................... 14
Using Touchscreen............................................................ 15
Basic Operations
Basic Operations...............................................................18
Phone Number................................................................... 20
Silent Mode....................................................................... 20
Airplane Mode................................................................... 21
Text Entry.........................................................................21
Using a Google Account................................................... 22
Google Play....................................................................... 23
Security Codes.................................................................. 25
USIM PIN............................................................................26
Entering Sleep Mode........................................................ 27
Updating Software........................................................... 27
Handset Interface
Home Screen Basics..........................................................30
Status Bar......................................................................... 30
Using Notifications Window............................................ 32
Phone
Placing/Answering Calls...................................................34
Optional Services..............................................................35
Using Contacts..................................................................40
Messaging & Internet
Messaging.......................................................................... 42
Sending S! Mail/SMS.........................................................42
Using Gmail....................................................................... 43
Using Chrome.................................................................... 44
Camera
Capturing Still Images/Videos......................................... 48
Music & Images
Music Files.........................................................................50
Still Images/Videos...........................................................50
Connectivity
Connecting by Wi-Fi.........................................................52
Using Bluetooth® Function.............................................. 53
Exchanging Data by Infrared...........................................53
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Global Services
Making Calls while Abroad.............................................. 56
Handset Settings
Handset Settings.............................................................. 60
Profile................................................................................ 61
Wi-Fi Settings...................................................................61
Bluetooth Settings........................................................... 62
Data Usage Settings.........................................................63
More Settings................................................................... 63
Changing Home..................................................................64
Call Settings..................................................................... 64
Display Settings................................................................65
Sound & Notification Settings........................................65
App Settings..................................................................... 66
Storage Settings...............................................................67
Battery Settings...............................................................67
Eco Mode Settings............................................................68
Memory Settings...............................................................68
Location Settings............................................................. 69
Start Screen Settings...................................................... 69
Security Settings..............................................................70
Account Settings.............................................................. 71
Language & Input Settings..............................................72
Backup & Reset.................................................................72
Date & Time Settings...................................................... 73
Accessibility Settings.......................................................73
Printing Settings.............................................................. 74
About Phone......................................................................75
For Assistance
Specifications....................................................................78
Materials............................................................................78
Customer Service.............................................................. 79
Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions........................................................... 82
General Notes................................................................... 90
Water/Dust/Shock Resistance......................................... 96
Introduction
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing DIGNO® F.
Before You Begin
・DIGNO® F is referred to as "handset" in this guide.
・Read "Safety Precautions" and this guide thoroughly
beforehand for proper usage.
・Accessible services may be limited by contract conditions.
・Unauthorized copying of any part of this guide is
prohibited.
・Guide content subject to change without prior notice.
・Contact SoftBank Customer Support, General Information if
you find inaccuracies.
Guide Usage Notes
・Most operation descriptions are based on default settings.
・Unless noted otherwise, descriptions are for Home Screen.
・Some operation descriptions may be omitted.
・In this guide and on handset, "abroad" means "outside Japan"
with regard to handset/service usage.
・In this guide, microSD™/microSDHC™/microSDXCTM Card is
referred to as "SD Card."
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Introduction
Screenshots & Key Labels
Screenshots and Key labels are provided for reference only.
Actual handset windows, menus, etc. may differ in appearance.
Accessing Guide on Handset
Access this Guide on handset via Guide icon in Apps Menu or
via Guide indicator on Status Bar.
Guide indicator is hidden on Status Bar by default. Follow
these steps to show Guide indicator:
Access Guide Indicator on BACK
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Getting Started
Package Contents............................................................... 6
Parts & Functions.............................................................. 6
USIM Card............................................................................ 7
Internal Storage & SD Card.............................................10
Charging Battery.............................................................. 13
Power On/Off................................................................... 14
Using Touchscreen............................................................ 15
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Package Contents
Package Contents
・Handset (DIGNO® F)
(Battery is built in)
・クイックスタート (Japanese)
・お願いとご注意 (Japanese)
・Warranty (Japanese)
・microSDHC™ memory card (16 GB)(complimentary sample)
Parts & Functions
Handset
Part Description
Front
Camera
Infrared
Port
Earpiece
Light/
Proximity
Sensor
Incoming/
Charging LED
Display
External
Device Port
Mic
Take still images or videos of yourself,
etc.
Transfer by infrared
Hear the other party's voice here
Detects surrounding brightness/prevents
Touchscreen misoperation during call
Lights/flashes while charging or for
arriving calls/mail
Touchscreen-type display, operate with
your fingers on Display
Connect AC Charger (commercially
available) or Micro USB cable
(commercially available)
Speak here
USIM Card
USIM Card is an IC card containing phone number and other
customer information.
Inserting USIM Card
Always power off beforehand.
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Getting Started
Part Description
3.5mm
Headphone
Port
Camera
Speaker
Light
Card Slot
Back Cover
Connect headphones
Capture images
Ringer and Speakerphone sound from here
Use as camera flash/flashlight
Open Back Cover to install USIM card and
SD card
Open to insert/remove USIM Card or SD
Card
Cautions
Handset is airtight to maintain water resistance (IPX7).
Pressing handset forcefully may produce sound around
Earpiece, but this is not a function or performance
abnormality.
Keys
Lift Back Cover
・Lift gently from notch in direction shown.
・Avoid overflexing Back Cover; may damage Back Cover.
Remove Back Cover
・Release tabs in order shown while lifting Back Cover.
Open Card Slot Cap
Key Description
Power Key
( )
Volume Up
Key
Volume
Down Key
Turn Display on/off
Long Press for power on/off and settings
such as reboot and Airplane mode
Increase the volume
Decrease the volume
Long Press to turn Silent mode on
・Lift gently in direction shown from notch to open.
Unlock USIM Card Slot Cover
・Press and slide USIM Card Slot Cover in direction shown
with pad of finger until it clicks.
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Removing USIM Card
Lift USIM Card Slot Cover in direction shown
Slide USIM Card in direction shown to insert in USIM Card Slot
Cover
・Note location of notch.
・
Slide underneath on USIM Card Slot Cover.
Lock USIM Card Slot Cover
Always power off beforehand.
Lift Back Cover
・Lift gently from notch in direction shown.
・Avoid overflexing Back Cover; may damage Back Cover.
Remove Back Cover
・Release tabs in order shown while lifting Back Cover.
・
Lower USIM Card Slot Cover in direction , and then slide
in direction with pad of finger until it clicks.
Close Card Slot Cap
・Lower Card Slot Cap in direction shown.
・Close firmly ensuring Card Slot Cap is not raised.
Place Back Cover on main unit, and then press firmly where
shown to attach completely
Open Card Slot Cap
・Lift gently in direction shown from notch to open.
Unlock USIM Card Slot Cover
・Press and slide USIM Card Slot Cover in direction shown
with pad of finger until it clicks.
Lift USIM Card Slot Cover in direction shown
・Close firmly making sure there are no gaps to prevent water
intrusion.
SIM-Unlocking Handset
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Slide USIM Card in direction shown to remove
Lock USIM Card Slot Cover
・
Lower USIM Card Slot Cover in direction , and then slide
in direction with pad of finger until it clicks.
Close Card Slot Cap
Handset can be SIM-unlocked. SIM-unlocking handset allows
other-carrier SIM cards to be used with it.
・Some services, functions, etc. may have restrictions when
an other-carrier SIM card is used. SoftBank Corp. does not
guarantee operation whatsoever.
・For details, see SoftBank Website.
Getting Started
・Lower Card Slot Cap in direction shown.
・Close firmly ensuring Card Slot Cap is not raised.
Place Back Cover on main unit, and then press firmly where
shown to attach completely
・Close firmly making sure there are no gaps to prevent water
intrusion.
Card Slot Cap
Card Slot Cap is designed to be easy to remove. If it becomes
removed, reattach as follows.
Hook Card Slot Cap as shown Turn Card Slot Cap in
direction shown
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Internal Storage & SD Card
Handset supports SD Cards up to 200 GB. Some SD Cards may
not operate properly.
Complimentary sample SD Card
Complimentary sample SD Card is not covered by warranty.
SD Card Cautions
Data
Information stored on SD Card can become lost or changed
accidently or as a result of damage. It is recommended
that you keep a separate copy of important data. SoftBank
Corp. is not responsible for damages from data that is lost
or changed.
Reading/Writing Data
Never power off handset while it is reading/writing to SD
Card.
Inserting SD Card
Always power off beforehand.
Lift Back Cover
・Lift gently from notch in direction shown.
・Avoid overflexing Back Cover; may damage Back Cover.
Remove Back Cover
Battery Level
A low battery charge may prevent reading/writing to SD
Card.
Handling SD Card
Use/store SD Cards away from the reach of infants. May
cause choking if swallowed.
Storage
Two storage areas are available with handset, internal storage
and SD Card. They function as follows.
Type Function
Internal
storage
SD Card
Captured still images/videos, mail
attachments, etc. are saved here. Connect
with a PC to exchange files.
Use for transferring files. Save image,
music, and other files to SD Card for use
on handset.
・Release tabs in order shown while lifting Back Cover.
Open Card Slot Cap
・Lift gently in direction shown from notch to open.
Place SD Card as shown and slide in direction shown to insert
・Insert SD Card all the way gently without bending and with
terminals facing down.
・Insert only SD Cards.
Close Card Slot Cap
・Lower Card Slot Cap in direction shown.
・Close firmly ensuring Card Slot Cap is not raised.
Removing SD Card
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Place Back Cover on main unit, and then press firmly where
shown to attach completely
・Close firmly making sure there are no gaps to prevent water
intrusion.
Always unmount SD Card and then power off beforehand.
Getting Started
Lift Back Cover
・Lift gently from notch in direction shown.
・Avoid overflexing Back Cover; may damage Back Cover.
Remove Back Cover
・Release tabs in order shown while lifting Back Cover.
Open Card Slot Cap
・Lift gently in direction shown from notch to open.
Slide SD Card in direction shown to remove
・Remove gently without bending.
Close Card Slot Cap
・Lower Card Slot Cap in direction shown.
・Close firmly ensuring Card Slot Cap is not raised.
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Formatting SD Card
Place Back Cover on main unit, and then press firmly where
shown to attach completely
・Close firmly making sure there are no gaps to prevent water
intrusion.
When using a new SD Card for the first time, always format it
on handset.
・Formatting erases all data on SD Card. Carefully check any
SD Card that was used on another device before formatting.
・Charge Battery while formatting, or format with adequate
battery charge.
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Settings)
Storage
SD card
Settings
Format ERASE & FORMAT DONE
Handset erases all data in internal storage.
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Card Slot Cap
Card Slot Cap is designed to be easy to remove. If it becomes
removed, reattach as follows.
Hook Card Slot Cap as shown Turn Card Slot Cap in
direction shown
Charging Battery
Charging with AC Charger
See SoftBank Website for information on AC Charger and
other peripherals. The following explains how to charge
handset using SB-AC12-HDQC.
・See User Guide for your AC Charger.
・Never connect Micro USB plug while handset or AC Charger
is wet.
Connect AC Charger
・Grasp Micro USB plug and insert as shown.
Getting Started
Plug AC Charger into household AC outlet
After charging, remove AC Charger
・Unplug from outlet and disconnect handset.
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Charging by PC
Battery can be charged by Micro USB Cable.
・Always turn on PC beforehand.
・Battery may not charge depending on type of connection to
the PC.
Insert Micro USB plug into External Device Port
・Grasp Micro USB plug and insert as shown.
Insert USB plug into PC
Power On/Off
Power On
(Long Press)
Start Screen appears.
・To exit from Sleep mode, see "Exiting Sleep to Access Start
Screen."
・Startup wizard appears the first time handset is powered
on.
After charging, remove Micro USB Cable from PC and handset
Power Off
(Long Press)
Power off OK
Handset powers off.
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Using Touchscreen
Handset uses a touchscreen-type Display. Operate with your
fingers on Display.
Tap
Contact Display lightly and briefly.
Touch & Hold
Contact Display lightly; release finger when screen changes.
Pinch/Spread
Contact Display lightly, then close/widen fingers.
Getting Started
Drag
Touch icon or other item lightly, move it where desired, and
release finger.
Swipe/Flick
Contact Display lightly, then brush screen up/down or left/
right.
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Basic Operations
Basic Operations...............................................................18
Phone Number................................................................... 20
Silent Mode....................................................................... 20
Airplane Mode................................................................... 21
Text Entry.........................................................................21
Using a Google Account................................................... 22
Google Play....................................................................... 23
Security Codes.................................................................. 25
USIM PIN............................................................................26
Entering Sleep Mode........................................................ 27
Updating Software........................................................... 27
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Basic Operations
Home Screen & Apps Menu
Most handset operations start in Home Screen (appears at
power on) or in Apps Menu.
Selecting Options and Navigating
Screens
Tap menu items, icons, onscreen key, etc. to open assigned
items.
・
Press to go back or escape.
Action Bar
Current application/settings window title appears on Action
Bar (Display top). Tap onscreen key or icons at right of Action
Bar to turn function off/on or access available functions.
Navigation Bar
Tap icons on Navigation Bar (Display bottom) for the
following functions/operations.
Icon Description
Return to previous screen. Appears as
(Back)
(Home)
(Recent
apps)
for onscreen keyboard; Tap to close
keyboard.
Return to Home Screen.
Open listing of recently used applications
and activate or delete applications.
・Icons for available functions may also appear at the bottom
of Display.
・Touch & Hold icon for function name.
(Keyboard)
Change keyboards.
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Menu Operations
Tap in Action Bar, etc. for settings and options of
available functions currently in Display.
Touching & Holding Display may also access settings and
options that are available.
Using Google Now on Tap
Touch & Hold for information related to onscreen
content.
・When launching for the first time, follow onscreen
instructions to enable Now on Tap.
Disabling Now on Tap
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Google)
(Google) Settings Now on Tap
( )
・If Now on Tap is disabled, Google Now cards appear when
Touching & Holding .
Capturing Screenshots
Long Press and Volume Down Key at the same time.
Basic Operations
Handset Settings and Making Settings
In Home Screen, Tap (Apps) then (Settings) to
customize the operation of handset functions.
Portrait Orientation & Landscape
Orientation
The screen changes to portrait orientation when handset is
rotated sideways.
・Depending on the current screen, the orientation may not
change even by changing handset orientation.
・
Alternatively, (Long Press) Screenshot .
・
View captured screenshots in (Gallery), etc.
・Screenshot capture may not work depending on the
application or function.
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Phone Number
Checking Your Phone Number
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Settings)
Profile
Silent Mode
Using Silent Mode
Set ringtone, operation sounds, etc. not to sound to avoid
disturbing others around you.
・Camera shutter, video start/stop tones, etc. sound even in
Silent mode.
Volume Down Key (Long Press)
Check phone number.
Handset is in Silent mode.
・Press Volume Up Key twice to exit Silent mode.
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Airplane Mode
Using Airplane Mode
Disable all functions that emit signals. Handset remains
powered on.
(Long Press)
Text Entry
Keyboards
Use onscreen keyboards for text entry. In 10-key keyboard,
several characters are assigned to each key. In QWERTY
keyboard, one letter is assigned to each key. In 50-key
keyboard, kana are assigned to each key in 50-syllable order
(goju-onjun). Also use Keitai Input for entering with a mobile
phone-type keyboard.
・
In any keyboard, Tap then Keyboard type then 10-
key keyboard , QWERTY keyboard , or 50-key keyboard
for 10-key, QWERTY, or 50-key keyboard. Alternatively, in
any keyboard, Touch & Hold and Tap Keyboard type
then 10-key keyboard , QWERTY keyboard , or 50-key
keyboard .
・
In any keyboard, Tap then Keitai Input for Keitai
Input.
・
To hide keyboard, Tap .
Basic Operations
Airplane mode
Handset is in Airplane mode.
・Tap again while in Airplane mode to cancel.
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QWERTY Keyboard Layout
Enter characters
Toggle uppercase/lowercase or symbols
Toggle entry modes; Touch & Hold to set entry mode
Current character type
Delete character to left of cursor
Insert line break; confirm current characters
Move cursor left
Switch to voice typing
Set entry mode
Enter space
Move cursor right
Using a Google Account
Use a Google account and get more convenience with Google
services. A Google account is required to use some services or
fully use some applications.
Google Account Cautions
The ID and password for your Google account are also used
for other setting and synchronize functions; be sure to
keep a record of them.
Creating a Google Account
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Settings)
Switching Character Types
In a text entry window,
Input mode Tap Input mode
Accounts Add account
Google
Window for adding a Google account opens.
Input mode changes.
Follow onscreen instructions
A Google account is added.
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Logging In with a Google Account
If an application is activated that requires a Google account,
a window for adding a Google account opens. Sign in with a
Google account you have so you can use the application.
In window for adding Google account, enter mail address
NEXT
Enter password NEXT
Google Play
Download a variety of applications (free/paid) from Google
Play. Change the setting of downloaded applications to enable
manual or automatic updates. Log in to your Google account
beforehand.
Installing Applications
Basic Operations
Many different kinds of applications can be installed
on handset from Google Play (provided by Google Inc.).
SoftBank Corp. is not responsible in any way for userinstalled applications (quality, reliability, legality, fitness
for a purpose, credibility, accuracy, etc.) or resulting
malfunctions (viruses, etc.).
Installing Free Applications
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Play Store)
Follow onscreen instructions
You are logged in to your Google account.
Google Play appears.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.
Tap free application INSTALL
Application is downloaded and installed.
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Purchasing Paid Applications
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Play Store)
Google Play appears.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.
Tap paid application Tap amount Follow onscreen
instructions
Application is downloaded and installed.
Purchased Applications
Updating Applications
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Play Store)
Google Play appears.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.
My apps & games Tap application to update
UPDATE
The application is downloaded and installed.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.
Payment
Pay only once. Redownloads of uninstalled applications are
free of charge.
On Other Android Devices
Install an application on any Android device under the same
Google account for free.
Requesting Refunds
Refund is possible within a limited time. By requesting
a refund, the application is deleted and the charge is
cancelled. A refund request is valid only once per one
application.
In Google Play, My apps & games Tap
application REFUND
Purchasing Applications
Setting Application Updates
Setting Automatic Application Updates
In Google Play, Settings Auto-update apps
Set update method
Setting Automatic Updates for Individual
Applications
In Google Play, My apps & games Tap
application Auto-update ( )
・Automatic updates are unavailable for some applications.
Purchase applications at your own risk. SoftBank Corp. is
not responsible for any disadvantage resulting for user or
third parties.
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Uninstalling Applications
Applications installed from Google Play can also be
uninstalled.
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Play Store)
Google Play appears.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.
My apps & games Tap application to uninstall
UNINSTALL OK
Security Codes
Code Types
Some functions/services require these codes for use.
・Do not reveal Security Codes. SoftBank Corp. is not liable
for misuse or damages.
・If you forget Security Codes, contact us for recovery.
For more information, see SoftBank Website (http://
www.softbank.jp/en/mobile/).
Types Details
PIN/Password
Center Access
Code
Use Screen unlock functions
Not set by default
4-digit code in service contract
Change services; use Optional Services via
landlines
Basic Operations
Application is uninstalled.
How to Use Google Play
In Google Play, Help & Feedback
The Web browser will take you to the Google Play Help
Web page.
Follow onscreen instructions
A description for each item appears.
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USIM PIN
USIM PIN is a code for USIM Card. It is used to prevent
unauthorized use by others.
PIN is 9999 by default.
Enabling USIM PIN
When PIN is enabled, a window for entering PIN appears to
allow handset use each time handset is powered on with USIM
Card installed.
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Settings)
Changing USIM PIN
First enable USIM PIN to change PIN.
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Settings)
Security
Security
Set up SIM card lock Lock SIM card Enter PIN
OK
PIN is enabled.
Set up SIM card lock Change PIN code Enter current
PIN OK Enter new PIN OK Re-enter new
PIN OK
PIN is changed.
PIN Cautions
Entering incorrect PIN three consecutive times activates
PIN Lock. To cancel, Personal Unblocking Key (PUK) is
required; contact Customer Service. Entering incorrect PUK
ten consecutive times locks USIM Card, disabling handset.
For recovery, USIM Card must be reissued at a SoftBank
Shop (fees apply).
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Entering Sleep Mode
After a period of no operation, Display goes out and handset
enters Sleep mode. Alternatively, Press to enter
Sleep mode. This saves battery power and prevents accidental
Touchscreen operation.
Exiting Sleep to Access Start Screen
In Sleep mode,
Start Screen appears.
Updating Software
Before Updating Software
Saved data may be lost depending on condition of handset
(malfunctioning, damaged, water seepage, etc.). It is
recommended that you back up important data before
updating software. SoftBank Corp. is not responsible for
damages from loss of data.
Software Update Cautions
During Update
Handset cannot be used until software is updated. It may
take time to update software.
Signal during Update
Operate handset where signal reception is good and
without changing location. Also operate with adequate
battery charge. Signal becoming weak or Battery becoming
low during an update may cause an update failure. An
update failure may disable handset.
Basic Operations
Accessing Home Screen from Start
Screen
In Start Screen, Drag/Flick
Home Screen or the screen before entering Sleep appears.
・Set a security lock for the Start Screen. For details, see
"Start Screen Settings."
・
In Start Screen, Drag/Flick / to quickly activate
Phone/Camera.
If Using Other Functions
Other functions cannot be operated during a software
update.
Updating Software
Handset checks at a preset time whether an update is
required, and automatically updates the software if required.
Follow these steps to update software manually.
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Settings)
About phone
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System Update Software Update Software
Update Follow onscreen instructions
Software updates.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.
Setting Whether to Update
Automatically
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Settings)
About phone System Update Software Update
Automatic Update Settings NOT AUTOMATICALLY
UPDATE / AUTOMATICALLY UPDATE
・"Automatically update" is set by default.
・
If Automatic Update Settings is set to "Automatically
update," Tap Update Schedule Settings to set the time
for starting the update.
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