Kyocera Digno U User Guide
DIGNO® U
User Guide
DIGNO® U User Guide Contents
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Introduction
Introduction.........................................................................3
Getting Started
Package Contents............................................................... 6
Parts & Functions.............................................................. 6
USIM Card Installation....................................................... 8
Internal Storage & SD Card.............................................10
Charging Battery.............................................................. 13
Power On/Off................................................................... 14
Touchscreen Operations...................................................15
Basic Operations
Basic Operations...............................................................18
Handset Phone Number.................................................... 20
Silent Mode....................................................................... 20
Airplane Mode................................................................... 21
Text Entry.........................................................................21
Google Account................................................................. 22
Google Play....................................................................... 23
Security Codes.................................................................. 25
USIM PIN............................................................................26
Entering Sleep Mode........................................................ 27
Software Updates.............................................................27
Handset Interface
Home Screen Basics..........................................................30
Status Bar......................................................................... 30
Notifications Window.......................................................32
Phone
Calling................................................................................ 34
Optional Services..............................................................35
Address Book.................................................................... 40
Messaging & Browser
Messaging.......................................................................... 42
Sending S! Mail/SMS.........................................................42
Creating/Sending Gmail....................................................43
Using E-mail...................................................................... 44
Using Chrome.................................................................... 44
Camera
Imaging...............................................................................48
Music & Images
Music Files.........................................................................50
Still Images & Videos.......................................................50
Connectivity
Wi-Fi...................................................................................52
Bluetooth®........................................................................ 53
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Global Services
Calling Outside Japan...................................................... 56
Settings
About Settings..................................................................60
Profile................................................................................ 61
Wi-Fi Settings...................................................................61
Bluetooth Settings........................................................... 62
Data Usage Settings.........................................................63
More Settings................................................................... 63
Changing Home..................................................................64
Call Settings..................................................................... 64
Sound/Vibration Settings................................................ 65
Display Settings................................................................66
Notification Panel Settings.............................................66
Storage Settings...............................................................67
Eco Mode Settings............................................................67
Battery Settings...............................................................68
Apps Settings....................................................................68
Accounts & Sync Settings............................................... 69
Location Settings............................................................. 69
Start Screen Settings...................................................... 70
Security Settings..............................................................71
Language & Input Settings..............................................71
Backup & Reset.................................................................72
Date & Time Settings...................................................... 72
Accessibility Settings.......................................................73
Printing Settings.............................................................. 73
About Phone......................................................................74
Appendix
Specifications....................................................................76
Materials............................................................................76
Customer Service.............................................................. 77
Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions........................................................... 80
General Notes................................................................... 89
Water/Dust/Shock Resistance......................................... 94
Introduction
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing DIGNO® U.
Before You Begin
・DIGNO® U 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™ 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 Home Screen
or via Guide indicator on Status Bar. Guide indicator appears
on Status Bar by default. Follow these steps to hide Guide
indicator:
Access Guide Indicator off Back
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Getting Started
Package Contents............................................................... 6
Parts & Functions.............................................................. 6
USIM Card Installation....................................................... 8
Internal Storage & SD Card.............................................10
Charging Battery.............................................................. 13
Power On/Off................................................................... 14
Touchscreen Operations...................................................15
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Package Contents
Package Contents
・Handset (DIGNO® U)
(Battery is built in)
・クイックスタート (Japanese)
・お願いとご注意 (Japanese)
・Warranty (Japanese)
Parts & Functions
Front/Top/Bottom
Part Description
Front
Camera
Earpiece
Light/
Proximity
Sensor
Touchscreen
Display
External
Device Port
Mic
Capture your own image
Hear the other party's voice here
Detects surrounding brightness/prevents
Touchscreen misoperation during call
Tap, Swipe/Flick, etc.
Connect AC Charger (sold separately) or
Micro USB cable (sold separately)
Speak here
Handset Keys
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Getting Started
Part Description
Noise
Cancel Mic
3.5 mm
Audio Port
Light
Card Slot
Camera
Back Cover
Speaker
Detects surrounding noise so other party
can hear you clearer (avoid covering with
fingers, etc. during call)
Connect earphones
Use as camera flash/flashlight
Insert USIM Card, SD Card
Capture images
Open to insert/remove USIM Card or SD
Card
Ringer and Speakerphone sound from here
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.
Part Description
Turn Display on/off
Long Press for power on/off and settings
such as reboot and Airplane mode
Adjust Volume
/
for Silent mode on/off
(Volume Down Key) Long Press
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USIM Card Installation
USIM Card IC chip contains customer and authentication
information, including handset number.
Inserting USIM Card
Always power off beforehand.
Remove Back Cover
・Lift gently in direction shown from notch to remove.
Open Card Slot Cap
Slide USIM Card in direction shown to insert in USIM Card Slot
Cover
・Note location of notch.
Lower USIM Card Slot Cover in direction , and then slide
in direction with pad of finger until it clicks locked
Close Card Slot Cap
・Lift gently in direction shown from notch to open.
While pressing with pad of finger, slide USIM Card Slot Cover
in direction shown until it clicks unlocked
Lift USIM Card Slot Cover in direction shown
・Lower Card Slot Cap in direction shown.
・Close firmly ensuring Card Slot Cap is not raised.
Place Back Cover on handset, and press as shown
Press around edges of Back Cover in direction and press
firmly at to attach completely
・Close firmly making sure there are no gaps to prevent water
intrusion.
Removing USIM Card
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Always power off beforehand.
Remove Back Cover
・Lift gently in direction shown from notch to remove.
Open Card Slot Cap
・Lift gently in direction shown from notch to open.
Lower USIM Card Slot Cover in direction , and then slide
in direction with pad of finger until it clicks locked
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Close Card Slot Cap
・Lower Card Slot Cap in direction shown.
・Close firmly ensuring Card Slot Cap is not raised.
Place Back Cover on handset, and press as shown
While pressing with pad of finger, slide the USIM Card Slot
Cover in the direction shown until it clicks unlocked
Lift the USIM Card Slot Cover in the direction shown
Slide USIM Card in direction shown to remove
Press around edges of Back Cover in direction and press
firmly at 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 accepts a microSDHC/microSD Card up to 32 GB. Some
SD Cards may not operate properly.
Internal storage is available for saving data such as captured
still images and videos.
Important SD Card Usage Notes
Back Up Your Files
SoftBank Mobile Corp. is not liable for any damages
resulting from accidental loss/alteration of information.
Keep a copy of contacts, etc. in a separate place.
Low Battery Warning
SD Card may not read/write files correctly if Battery is
low.
Storage
Two storage areas are available with handset, internal storage
and SD Card. They function as follows.
Inserting SD Card
Remove Back Cover
・Lift gently in direction shown from notch to remove.
Open Card Slot Cap
・Lift gently in direction shown from notch to open.
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.
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.
Place Back Cover on handset, and press as shown
Removing SD Card
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Press around edges of Back Cover in direction and press
firmly at to attach completely
・Close firmly making sure there are no gaps to prevent water
intrusion.
Always unmount SD Card before removing.
Getting Started
Remove Back Cover
・Lift gently in direction shown from notch to remove.
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.
Place Back Cover on handset, and press as shown
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Formatting SD Card
Press around edges of Back Cover in direction and press
firmly at 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
Erase SD card
Erase SD card
Erase everything
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
AC Charger
AC Charger is an optional accessory. Be sure to use KYCAA1,
KYCAC1, ZTDAC1 (Micro USB 1.0A), or ZTDAD1 (Micro USB
1.8A) specified by SoftBank Mobile Corp.
See SoftBank Mobile Website for information on other
accessories.
The following explains how to charge handset using KYCAC1.
・See User Guide for your AC Charger.
Connect AC Charger
・Grasp Micro USB plug and insert as shown.
Getting Started
Plug in AC Charger
Disconnect AC Charger after charging
・Unplug from outlet and disconnect handset.
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USB Charging
Battery can be charged by Micro USB Cable (sold separately).
・Power on PC first.
・Battery may not charge or charge slowly depending on PC
status/environment.
Connect Micro USB Cable
・Grasp Micro USB plug and insert as shown.
Connect Micro USB Cable to PC USB port
Power On/Off
Power On
(Long Press)
Start Screen appears.
・To exit from Sleep mode, see "Exiting Sleep Mode."
・Startup guidance appears the first time handset is powered
on.
Disconnect Micro USB Cable from handset
Power Off
(Long Press)
Power off OK
Handset shuts down.
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Touchscreen Operations
Touch Display to select menu items, open functions, scroll
pages, etc.
Tap
Tap item or key to open or execute corresponding function/
operation.
Touch & Hold
Touch item for 1+ seconds to move icons, open menus, etc.
Pinch/Spread
Pinch/Spread to zoom in or out on images, etc.
Getting Started
Drag
Drag item (e.g., Touchscreen unlock slider) to move it.
Swipe/Flick
Swipe/Flick to toggle sheets, pages, etc.
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Basic Operations
Basic Operations...............................................................18
Handset Phone Number.................................................... 20
Silent Mode....................................................................... 20
Airplane Mode................................................................... 21
Text Entry.........................................................................21
Google Account................................................................. 22
Google Play....................................................................... 23
Security Codes.................................................................. 25
USIM PIN............................................................................26
Entering Sleep Mode........................................................ 27
Software Updates.............................................................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.
Navigation Bar
Tap icons on Navigation Bar (Display bottom) for the
following functions/operations.
Icon Description
(Back
key)
(Home
key)
(Recent
Apps key)
Return to previous screen. Appears as
in an onscreen keyboard; Tap to
close keyboard.
Return to Home Screen.
Open listing of recently used applications
and activate or delete applications.
Handset Navigation
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.
・Icons for available functions may also appear at the bottom
of Display.
・Touch and Hold icon for function name.
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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.
Capturing Screens
Long Press and (Volume Down Key) at the
same time.
・
View captured screenshots in (Gallery), etc.
・Screenshot capture may not work depending on the
application or function.
Basic Operations
Handset Settings
In Home Screen, Tap (Apps) then (Settings) to
customize the operation of handset functions.
Handset & Display Orientation
In most cases, Display orientation changes with handset
orientation.
・Some application content may not change with handset
orientation.
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Handset Phone Number
My Phone Number
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Settings)
Profile
Silent Mode
Using Silent Mode
Cancel most handset sounds to avoid disturbing others around
you.
・Camera shutter, video recording tones, media playback,
alarms, etc. sound even in Silent mode.
(Long Press)
Handset phone number appears.
(Mute)/ (Vibrate)
Silent mode is set.
・
Set to (Mute) to also cancel notification by vibration.
・
Long Press and Tap to cancel.
・
Alternatively, Long Press (Volume Down Key) to
activate/cancel Silent mode.
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Airplane Mode
Using Airplane Mode
Disable all functions that emit radio waves while handset
power is on.
(Long Press)
Airplane mode
Text Entry
Keyboards
Use onscreen keyboards for text entry. In 10-key Keyboard,
multiple characters are assigned to each key. In QWERTY
Keyboard, a single letter is assigned to each key.
・
In any keyboard, Tap then 10-key ⇔ QWERTY for
10-key/QWERTY Keyboard. Alternatively, in any keyboard,
Touch & Hold and Tap 10-key ⇔ QWERTY .
・
Tap to hide keyboards.
Basic Operations
Airplane mode is set.
・
Long Press again to cancel.
QWERTY Keyboard Layout
Text entry
Toggle uppercase/lowercase or symbols
Toggle entry modes; Touch & Hold to set entry mode
Current entry mode
Delete character before cursor
Line feed
Emoji/Symbol/Emoticon List; Touch & Hold for Quotation
Input (Mushroom)
Switch to voice typing
Set entry mode
Space
Move cursor
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Toggling Text Entry Modes
In a text entry window,
Input mode Tap Input mode
Google Account
Create a Google Account to use Google services. A Google
Account is required to fully use some services and
applications/functions.
Google Account Cautions
Be sure to write down and not forget your Google Account
ID and password, as they are also used for setting and sync
functions, unlocking the screen, etc.
Creating a Google Account
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Settings)
Input mode changes.
Accounts & sync
Add account
Google Play
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Google
Add a Google Account appears.
Follow onscreen instructions
A Google Account is added.
Signing in to a Google Account
If an application requires a Google Account, Google sign in
appears. Sign in to use the application.
Download applications in Google Play. Sign in to your Google
Account beforehand.
Installing Applications
Download and install applications on this handset via
Google Play (developed by Google Inc.) at your own
risk. SoftBank Mobile Corp. is not responsible for user
installed application content (quality, reliability, legality,
appropriateness, accuracy, etc.) or malfunctions installed
applications may cause (due to viruses, etc.).
Installing Free Applications
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Play Store)
Basic Operations
In Add a Google Account, Existing
Google Account sign in appears.
Enter mail address and password
Google Play opens.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.
Tap application INSTALL ACCEPT
Application downloads and installs.
Follow onscreen instructions
You are signed in to your Google Account.
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Purchasing Applications
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Play Store)
Google Play opens.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.
Tap pay-for application Select price Follow onscreen
instructions
Application downloads and installs.
Purchased Applications
Updating Installed Applications
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Play Store)
Google Play opens.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.
My apps Tap application UPDATE
ACCEPT
Application downloads and installs.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.
Payment
Pay once. Re-downloads of uninstalled applications are free
of charge.
Installations on Other Android Devices
Install same application on other Android devices under
same Google Account at no added cost.
Requesting Refunds
Refunds are possible within a limited time. Requesting a
refund deletes the application and cancels the invoice.
Request one refund per application.
In Google Play, My apps Tap application
Refund
Purchasing Applications
Purchase applications via Google Play at your own risk.
SoftBank Mobile Corp. is not responsible for transactions
between users and third party publishers.
Automatic Application Updates
In Google Play, My apps Tap application
Auto-update ( )
・Automatic update is not available for some applications.
Uninstalling Applications
Applications installed via Google Play can be uninstalled.
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Play Store)
Google Play opens.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.
My apps Tap application UNINSTALL
OK
Application uninstalls.
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How to Use Google Play
In Google Play, Help & Feedback
Help website opens.
Follow onscreen instructions
A description for each item appears.
Security Codes
Code Types
Some functions/services require these codes for use.
・Do not reveal Security Codes. SoftBank Mobile Corp. is not
liable for misuse or damages.
・If you forget Security Codes, contact us for recovery. For
more information, see SoftBank Mobile Website (http://
mb.softbank.jp/en/#pagetop).
Types Details
Operation
Password
Lock No./
Password
Center Access
Code (Call
Barring
Password)
Initialize data; use Osaifu-Keitai Lock
Not set by default
Use Screen unlock functions
Not set by default
4-digit code in service contract:
Change services; use Optional Services via
landlines; or set call restrictions
Basic Operations
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USIM PIN
9999 by default; enable USIM card lock to restrict handset
use.
Enabling USIM Card Lock
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Settings)
Security
Changing USIM PIN
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Settings)
Security
Set up USIM card lock Lock USIM card Enter USIM
PIN OK
PIN is enabled.
PIN Cautions
Entering PIN incorrectly three times activates PIN Lock.
Enter PUK (Personal Unblocking Key) to unlock. For more
about PUK, contact SoftBank Customer Support.
Set up USIM card lock Change USIM PIN Enter PIN
OK Enter New PIN OK Enter New PIN
again OK
PIN is changed.
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Entering Sleep Mode
Display goes dark and handset enters Sleep mode after a set
period of inactivity. Alternatively, Press to enter
Sleep mode. This saves battery power and prevents accidental
Touchscreen operation.
Lock Number/Password for Unlocking
Start Screen Caution
Be careful not to forget Lock Number/Password for
unlocking Start Screen if set. If forgotten, you will
be required to visit your nearest SoftBank Shop for
assistance. Saved information and settings will be lost.
Exiting Sleep Mode
In Sleep mode,
Software Updates
Before Software Update
Handset data may be lost to damage, malfunction, etc.
Always back up important files. Back up important
information before Software Update. SoftBank Mobile
Corp. is not liable for loss or associated damages.
Software Update Cautions
Handset cannot be used until Software Update completes;
it may take some time to complete.
Confirm signal strength and battery charge beforehand.
Poor signal strength or low Battery may disrupt updates
leading to lost data or handset malfunction.
Software Updates
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.
Basic Operations
Start Screen appears.
Drag/Flick screen
Start Screen is unlocked.
・Method for unlocking Start Screen can be changed. For
details, see "Start Screen Settings."
・
Set Show application shortcuts to enable Phone and
Camera to be activated quickly from Start Screen. To set,
see "Start Screen Settings."
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Settings)
About phone
Software update Start updating software Follow
onscreen instructions
Software updates.
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Setting Whether to Update
Automatically
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Settings)
About phone Software update Auto download
・
Tap Auto download to toggle on ( )/off ( ).
・
Set on ( ) by default.
・
If Auto download is on ( ), Tap Auto update time
settings to set the start time for updating.
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