AQUOS Xx
User Guide
AQUOS Xx User Guide Contents
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Introduction
About the User Guide........................................................ 3
Accessing Instructions on Handset................................... 3
Getting Started
Package Contents............................................................... 6
Parts & Functions.............................................................. 6
USIM Card Installation....................................................... 7
Handset Memory & SD Card............................................ 10
Charging Handset..............................................................13
Power On/Off................................................................... 15
Touchscreen Operations...................................................16
Handset Initial Settings...................................................17
Basic Operations
Basic Operations...............................................................20
Applications.......................................................................25
Handset Phone Number.................................................... 25
Using Manner Mode.......................................................... 26
Using Airplane Mode.........................................................26
Text Entry.........................................................................27
Google Account................................................................. 29
Google Play....................................................................... 31
Security Codes.................................................................. 33
USIM PIN............................................................................34
Turning Off Display (Screen Lock)..................................35
Hiding Contacts................................................................ 35
Updating Software........................................................... 37
Handset Interface
Welcome Sheet (Lock Screen) Basics...............................40
Feel Home Basics.............................................................. 41
Icons at Display Top (Status Bar)...................................42
Checking Handset Status & Notifications (Notifications
Window)............................................................................. 44
Activating Applications Quickly (Quick Launcher).........45
Customizing Welcome Sheet (Lock Screen).....................48
Customizing Feel Home.................................................... 50
Disabling Touch Operation Temporarily (Childlock)....... 54
Copying Onscreen Text (Copy Anywhere)....................... 55
Writing Notes on Display (KAKU Notepad).....................55
Phone
Calling................................................................................ 58
Optional Services..............................................................61
Making Call Settings........................................................ 66
Address Book.................................................................... 68
Messaging & Internet
Messaging.......................................................................... 72
S! Mail Initial Setup.........................................................72
Sending S! Mail/SMS.........................................................74
Opening & Replying to S! Mail/SMS................................ 75
Using Gmail....................................................................... 77
Using Email........................................................................80
Using the Internet (Chrome)............................................82
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Camera
Capturing Photos/Videos................................................. 88
Music & Images
Music Files (Music)........................................................... 94
Viewing & Managing Photos/Videos (Album)..................95
Connectivity
Wi-Fi................................................................................ 100
Using Tethering Functions.............................................103
Bluetooth®...................................................................... 103
Global Services
Global Roaming............................................................... 108
Calling from Outside Japan...........................................109
Handset Settings
About Settings............................................................... 114
Sound/Notification Settings......................................... 115
Wallpaper & Display Settings........................................118
Energy Saving Settings.................................................. 120
Home Applications Setting............................................ 124
Useful Settings...............................................................124
About Phone....................................................................127
Accounts Settings.......................................................... 128
Call Settings................................................................... 129
Mail Settings...................................................................129
Guide Setting..................................................................133
Data Usage Settings...................................................... 133
Storage Settings.............................................................135
Application Settings.......................................................136
Data Transfer................................................................. 137
Other Settings................................................................140
For Assistance
File Storage.....................................................................156
Backup & Restore...........................................................156
Troubleshooting.............................................................. 157
Specifications..................................................................159
Warranty & After-Sales Service................................... 160
Customer Service............................................................161
Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions.........................................................164
Important Product Information.....................................172
Handset & Hardware Care............................................. 173
General Notes................................................................. 176
Radio Wave Exposure and Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)
Information..................................................................... 177
Water Resistance............................................................179
Introduction
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About the User Guide
Thank-you for purchasing this product.
Before You Begin
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 for app sheet in Feel
Home.
"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.
Screenshots & Key Labels
Accessing Instructions on Handset
Introduction
Launching Guide
In app sheet, (Basic) (Guide)
Guide top screen opens.
・Guide usage information and confirmation for automatic
updates appear at initial startup. Follow onscreen prompts.
Enable/Disable Automatic Checking for
Updates
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™/microSDXC™ Card is referred to as "SD
Card."
"404SH" here refers to this mobile phone "AQUOS Xx."
In Guide top screen, on Action Bar Auto Update
on / off BACK
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Showing Status Bar Indicator
Show indicator to launch Guide from Notifications Window.
In app sheet, (Basic) (Guide)
Guide top screen opens.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts.
on Action Bar Indicator
Launching Guide from Notifications
Window
Launch the Guide quickly for how to use functions, etc. when
indicator is set to appear.
Drag Status Bar down for Notifications Window
Notifications Window opens.
Guide
on BACK
Indicator is shown.
Guide top screen opens.
Using Guide
Item Description
Enter
information
to search for
Open Guide
FAQ
Search for items in Guide.
Check how to operate handset by
category, and use voice searching for
operations to check.
Check frequently asked questions, and
quickly access the FAQ mobile site.
Getting Started
Package Contents............................................................... 6
Parts & Functions.............................................................. 6
USIM Card Installation....................................................... 7
Handset Memory & SD Card............................................ 10
Charging Handset..............................................................13
Power On/Off................................................................... 15
Touchscreen Operations...................................................16
Handset Initial Settings...................................................17
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Package Contents
Package Contents
・Handset (AQUOS Xx)
・Battery is built into handset.
・Handset back cover is not removable.
・TV Antenna Cable (Complimentary sample)
・クイックスタート (Japanese)
・お願いとご注意 (Japanese)
・Warranty
Parts & Functions
Handset Parts
Name Description
Earphones-
Microphone
Port
Proximity/
Light Sensor
Display
Internal
Camera
Speaker
Card Slot
Receiver/
Mic
Notification
Lamp
Mic/
Recorder Mic
Connect TV Antenna Cable or Earphones
with Mic (optional accessory) here.
Proximity Sensor prevents Touchscreen
misoperation during calls. Light Sensor
adjusts Display brightness according to
ambient light.
Handset uses a touchscreen-type Display.
Operate with your fingers on Display.
Use to shoot photos or videos of yourself.
Listen to music, video sound, Full Seg/One
Seg, etc.
Insert/remove SD Card and USIM Card.
Hear other party's voice through this. Use
as Mic when talking to emopa.
Illuminates while charging or for
notifications (missed calls, new messages,
etc.).
Talk to other party through this. Also use
while recording videos or when talking to
emopa.
Name Description
FeliCa
Mark
Mobile
Light
External
Camera
Mic
(Recorder Mic)
Pressure
Vent
External
Device Port
Grip Sensor
Hold up to reader/writer when using NFC/
Osaifu-Keitai®.
Use as a camera flash, flashlight, etc.
Shoot photos or videos.
Use while recording videos or when talking
to emopa.
Helps maintain handset performance. Do
not place a sticker, label, etc.
Connect AC Charger or Micro USB Cable
here.
Turns on Display, etc. when handset is
held with both right and left sensors
touched.
Handset Keys
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USIM Card Installation
USIM Card is an IC card containing customer and
authentication information, including handset number.
Getting Started
Handling USIM Card
・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.
・Wipe clean with a dry, soft cloth.
・Always keep the IC chip (metal) clean.
IC chip (metal)
USIM Card Usage Notes
Observe the following when using USIM Card.
・Always follow emergency procedures to suspend service if
your USIM Card or handset (USIM Card inserted) is lost/
stolen. For details, contact Customer Service.
・Customer is responsible for any damage caused by
inserting USIM Card in an other-brand IC card reader, etc.
SoftBank Corp. is not responsible in such case.
・It is recommended that you back up information that is
saved on USIM Card. SoftBank Corp. is not responsible for
damages from saved information that is lost.
・Always power off handset before inserting/removing
USIM Card.
・Note that USIM Card specifications and performance may
change without notice.
・Return USIM Card to SoftBank Corp. when canceling
subscription.
・USIM Card is the property of SoftBank Corp.
・Returned USIM Cards are recycled for environmental
purposes.
Name Description
(Power Key)
Volume Up
Key
Volume
Down Key
Turn Display off/on. Long Press for power
on/off, Reboot, Airplane mode, etc.
Increase volume. Long Press for Mobile
Light on/off (in Welcome sheet (lock
screen)).
Decrease volume. Long Press to activate/
cancel Manner mode (in Welcome sheet
(lock screen) or Feel Home).
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Inserting USIM Card
Always power off beforehand.
Use notch (○) to open Card Slot Cover
Pull out USIM Tray
・Do not pull USIM Tray forcefully or at an angle; damage may
result. Gently pull it out horizontally from the edge.
Close Card Slot Cover
・
Reinsert hinge ( ) as shown ( ), then press Card Slot
Cover back into place by pushing it in the direction of the
arrow ( ).
・Press ○ areas firmly and make sure that there is no gap
between Card Slot Cover and handset.
Place USIM Card in USIM Tray
・Check orientation of USIM Card (see notch), then gently
place it with IC chip (metal) facing up.
Insert USIM Tray into USIM Card Slot (bottom opening)
・Check orientation of USIM Tray, then gently insert it all the
way horizontally.
Removing USIM Card
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Always power off beforehand.
Use notch (○) to open Card Slot Cover
Pull out USIM Tray
・Do not pull USIM Tray forcefully or at an angle; damage may
result. Gently pull it out horizontally from the edge.
Close Card Slot Cover
・
Reinsert hinge ( ) as shown ( ), then press Card Slot
Cover back into place by pushing it in the direction of the
arrow ( ).
・Press ○ areas firmly and make sure that there is no gap
between Card Slot Cover and handset.
SIM Unlocking
Handset supports SIM unlocking. After unlocking SIM, other
companies' SIM cards can also be used on handset.
・When using another company's SIM card on handset,
accessible services/functions, etc. may be limited. SoftBank
Corp. makes no guarantees whatsoever regarding the proper
operation of handset.
・For details on SIM unlocking, see SoftBank Website.
Getting Started
Remove USIM Card
Insert USIM Tray into USIM Card Slot (bottom opening)
・Do not insert USIM Tray at an angle; damage may result.
Check orientation of USIM Tray, then gently insert it all the
way horizontally.
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Handset Memory & SD Card
Handset supports SD Card up to 128 GB. Some SD Cards may
not operate properly.
Handset memory can be used for saving data including system
data, applications, and video and photos taken with Camera.
Handset Memory/SD Card Usage Notes
Handset Memory/SD Card Files
Handset memory/SD Card files may be lost/altered due
to accidents, malfunctions, repairs, handset upgrade/
replacement, mishandling, etc. Back up important files
regularly. SoftBank Corp. is not liable for any damages
resulting from loss/alteration of files.
・Do not insert or remove SD Card forcefully.
・Do not touch terminals or expose them to metal objects.
・Never power off while files are being accessed.
・Make sure not to erase or overwrite files accidentally.
microSDXC Card
Handset supports microSDXC Cards (SDXC-compatible SD
Cards). microSDXC Cards are supported by SDXC-compatible
devices only.
Inserting SD Card
Use notch (○) to open Card Slot Cover
Insert SD Card into SD Card Slot (top opening)
・Gently insert SD Card all the way horizontally with
terminals facing up.
Exchanging Files with Non-SDXC-Compatible
Devices
To exchange files between handset and non-SDXC-
compatible devices, use SD Cards (microSD/microSDHC
Cards) supported by handset and those devices. Inserting a
microSDXC Card used on handset in a non-SDXC-compatible
device may corrupt card files. In such cases, do not format
the microSDXC Card on that device even if prompted to do
so.
Formatting deletes all microSDXC Card files and changes
the file system. The original memory capacity may
be unavailable after formatting. To use a corrupted
microSDXC Card, format it on an SDXC-compatible device.
Save Location
By default, files, including videos and photos taken
with handset, are saved in handset memory. Even with
downloaded commercially-available apps described as saving
data on SD Card, files are saved in handset memory.
SD Card Caution
Close Card Slot Cover
・
Reinsert hinge ( ) as shown ( ), then press Card Slot
Cover back into place by pushing it in the direction of the
arrow ( ).
・Press ○ areas firmly and make sure that there is no gap
between Card Slot Cover and handset.
Keep SD Card away from infants; may cause choking if
swallowed.
Formatting SD Card
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When using a new SD Card for the first time, always format it
on handset.
・Formatting deletes all SD Card files. Format SD Card with
caution.
・When formatting, keep handset charged or charge it
adequately beforehand.
In app sheet, (Settings)
Storage
Enter Operation Password OK
Getting Started
・If Operation Password is unset, follow onscreen prompts.
ERASE EVERYTHING
All SD Card files will be deleted.
Erase microSD
ERASE SD CARD
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Unmounting SD Card
In app sheet, (Settings)
Storage
Removing SD Card
Always unmount SD Card beforehand.
Use notch (○) to open Card Slot Cover
Remove SD Card
Unmount microSD OK
Unmount microSD changes to Mount microSD . (SD Card
is unmounted.)
・
To have SD Card recognized again, Tap Mount microSD .
・Lightly push SD Card in and release finger (SD Card pops out
slightly); gently pull it out horizontally.
Close Card Slot Cover
・
Reinsert hinge ( ) as shown ( ), then press Card Slot
Cover back into place by pushing it in the direction of the
arrow ( ).
・Press ○ areas firmly and make sure that there is no gap
between Card Slot Cover and handset.
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Charging Handset
Battery is built into handset.
Internal Battery
A lithium-ion battery is built into handset; it is not
removable.
Recycling
This product requires a lithium-ion battery. Lithiumion batteries are recyclable. To recycle a used lithiumion battery, take it to any shop displaying the recycling
symbol.
About Charging
The following charging options are available.
Charging
Option
AC Charger
USB charging
Cigar lighter
socket
Connect handset and AC Charger (optional
accessory) directly.
Connect handset and a PC with Micro USB
Cable (optional accessory).
Charge handset in a car using Micro USB
Charging Adapter (optional accessory) and
In-Car Charger (optional accessory).
Description
Notification Lamp
Notification Lamp illuminates red while charging;
illuminates green when charge is almost full.
Notification Lamp goes out when charge is full.
・If Notification Lamp is blinking, charging is not working
properly. Make sure that you are using Charger and
products specified by SoftBank Corp. If you are using
specified products only, contact a SoftBank Shop or
SoftBank Customer Support, General Information.
Getting Started
Battery Cautions
Battery Care
To help maintain performance and life of Internal Battery,
do not store in the following conditions (battery level
should be at approximately 40% for optimal storage).
・Full (immediately after charging is complete)
・Exhausted (too low to power on handset)
Bulges of Internal Battery
Depending on usage, bulges may appear near end of battery
life; this does not affect safety.
Internal Battery Replacement
Internal Battery is a consumable item; may need to be
replaced if operating time shortens noticeably. Internal
Battery is not user replaceable; its replacement incurs fees
and requires handset submission to a SoftBank Shop or
other appropriate servicer. For details, contact a SoftBank
Shop or SoftBank Customer Support, General Information.
Charging Cautions
Water Resistance
AC Charger (optional accessory), Micro USB Charging
Adapter (optional accessory), Micro USB Cable (optional
accessory) and In-Car Charger (optional accessory) are not
waterproof. Never connect Micro USB plug while handset or
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.
Handling Cables
Do not pull, bend, or twist cable; may damage the cable.
About Charging Abroad
SoftBank Corp. is not liable for problems resulting from
charging handset abroad.
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AC Charger
AC Charger is an optional accessory. Be sure to use SB-AC12HDQC (SoftBank SELECTION Qualcomm® Quick Charge™ 2.0 AC
Adaptor for smartphones), SHCEJ1 or ZTDAC1 (Micro USB, 1.0
A) specified by SoftBank Corp.
For information on other peripheral devices, see SoftBank
Website.
The following explains how to charge handset using SB-AC12HDQC (SoftBank SELECTION Qualcomm® Quick Charge™ 2.0 AC
Adaptor for smartphones).
・See User Guide for corresponding AC Charger.
・Never connect Micro USB plug while handset or AC Charger
is wet.
Insert Micro USB plug of AC Charger into External Device Port
Charging by PC
Connect handset to a PC with Micro USB Cable (SHDDL1;
optional accessory).
・Make sure that PC is turned on.
・Handset may not charge or charge slowly depending on
connection/PC status.
・Never connect Micro USB plug while handset or Micro USB
Cable is wet.
Insert Micro USB plug of Micro USB Cable into External Device
Port
・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 up.
・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 up.
Extend blades and plug AC Charger into AC outlet
Charging starts and Notification Lamp illuminates.
・Notification Lamp goes out when charge is full.
After charging, remove Micro USB plug from External Device
Port, then unplug AC Charger and retract blades
Insert USB plug of Micro USB Cable into PC USB port
Charging starts and Notification Lamp illuminates.
・Notification Lamp goes out when charge is full.
After charging, remove Micro USB Cable from handset and PC
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Power On/Off
Power On
Long Press until SHARP logo appears
Handset powers on, and Welcome sheet (lock screen)
appears after a while.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts.
・An initial settings screen may appear the first time handset
is powered on. For details on initial settings, see "Handset
Initial Settings."
Power Off
(Long Press)
Getting Started
Power off
Drag or up
Feel Home appears.
OK
Handset shuts down.
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Touchscreen Operations
Handset uses a touchscreen-type Display. Operate with your
fingers on Display.
About Touchscreen
In Case of Unintended Operation
If handset initiates operation without Touchscreen
(Display) being operated or does not respond after
Touchscreen being operated, Press to turn off
Display, Press again to turn on Display and then
operate handset.
Touchscreen Usage Notes
Touchscreen may not respond in these situations:
・Use with gloves/long fingernails
・Use of pens, pencils or sharp objects
・Use with objects on/against Display
・Use while wet
Touch & Hold
Contact Display lightly; release finger when screen changes.
Drag
Touch icon or other item lightly, move it where desired, and
release finger.
Touchscreen Usage Cautions
To prevent malfunctions, do not:
・Touch Display with wet fingers
・Use if Display is wet
If Display is wet, wipe it with a soft cloth.
・Subject Display to force/pressure
・Place a sticker or shield (commercially-available
protective film, privacy protector shield, etc.) on Display
Tap
Contact Display lightly and briefly.
Flick
Contact Display lightly, then brush screen up/down or left/
right.
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Pinch/Spread
Contact Display lightly, then move fingers toward each other
(Pinch) or away from each other (Spread).
Handset Initial Settings
An initial settings screen appears the first time handset
is powered on. Here, make settings for Wi-Fi, a Google™
Account, etc. Follow onscreen prompts to set items.
Insert USIM Card before powering on handset.
Making Initial Settings
Depending on your operating environment, screen content,
setting items and steps may be different.
Follow onscreen prompts on your handset.
Select language NEXT
Getting Started
NEXT Set Wi-Fi items
Handset restarts.
・Follow onscreen prompts.
・
To skip Wi-Fi settings, Tap SKIP .
Tap language
・
To place an emergency call, Tap EMERGENCY CALL .
・If Wi-Fi items are not set, Wi-Fi settings screen appears.
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SKIP
・
To learn about Tap & Go, Tap Learn more .
Set a Google Account
・See "Google Account" for details on a Google Account.
Set My SoftBank
Initial settings are made.
・
To skip My SoftBank settings, Tap Later .
Basic Operations
Basic Operations...............................................................20
Applications.......................................................................25
Handset Phone Number.................................................... 25
Using Manner Mode.......................................................... 26
Using Airplane Mode.........................................................26
Text Entry.........................................................................27
Google Account................................................................. 29
Google Play....................................................................... 31
Security Codes.................................................................. 33
USIM PIN............................................................................34
Turning Off Display (Screen Lock)..................................35
Hiding Contacts................................................................ 35
Updating Software........................................................... 37
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Basic Operations
Home (Feel Home)
Most operations start from Feel Home. Activate applications
in app sheet, and access widgets or save shortcuts to
frequently-used applications in desktop sheet. See "Feel Home
Basics" for details.
・Flick left/right to toggle sheets.
・
To return to Feel Home, Tap at Display bottom.
Navigation Bar
Tap icons on Navigation Bar (Display bottom) for the
following functions/operations.
Icon Description
(Back
key)
(Home
key)
(Recent
apps key)
(Keyboard
key)
(Menu
key)
Return to the previous screen. When
keyboard is on Display, appears
instead; Tap to close the keyboard.
Return to Feel Home.
Activate/exit Quick Launcher. (To open/
close recent apps instead, change Recent
apps key setting.)
Touch & Hold to open/close Notifications
Window.
Change keyboard/input method.
Open menu.
Selecting Options and Navigating
Screens
Tap item, icon, key, etc. to open menu/window or execute
corresponding function/operation.
・
To return to the previous screen, Tap .
Activating Google Search from
Navigation Bar
Drag Navigation key up Drag left/right until
appears
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Action Bar
Current menu/window title appears on Action Bar (Display
top). On the right side of Action Bar, icons for functions
frequently used in that menu/window appear.
・
When and are on Action Bar, Tap to select or cancel
all items together at once.
One-Hand Operation (Shrinking Screen)
Shrink screen for easier one-hand operation.
Drag Navigation key up Drag left/right until or
appears
Basic Operations
Screen shrinks.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts.
About Shrinking Screen
Menu Operations
Tap on Action Bar or at Display bottom to open menu or
settings.
・In some windows, Touch & Hold for menu or settings.
Some screens may not be shrunk.
Full-screen view is restored when screen orientation is
changed to horizontal or when Display turns off.
Shrunk Screen Operations
Moving Shrunk Screen
In shrunk screen, Drag screen to change its
position OK
Enlarging/Reducing Shrunk Screen Size
In shrunk screen, Pinch or Spread screen to shrink
or enlarge it OK
Restoring Full-Screen View
In shrunk screen, Drag Navigation key up Drag in the
same direction as when you shrunk screen until or
appears
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Handset Settings and Making Settings
In app sheet, Tap (Settings) to customize the operation of
handset functions.
・
Checkbox ( or ) appears beside some options. Switch
( or ) may also appear at Display top or beside
some options. Tap to enable ( or ) or disable (
or ) option.
Capturing Screenshots
Long Press and Volume Down Key at the same time to
capture a screenshot of the current screen.
・May be unavailable for some applications.
・
Open captured screenshots from (Album), etc.
・Drag/Flick slider, spinner, etc. to adjust some settings. If
available, Tap or for additional settings.
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.
・Handset can be set so that the screen does not change from
vertical to horizontal orientation while handset is held. For
details, see "Operating by Gripping Handset (Grip Magic)."
Operating by Gripping Handset (Grip
Magic)
Set Display to turn on when handset is gripped, or set screen
orientation to not change from vertical to horizontal while
handset is being held.
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Off
In app sheet, (Settings)
Useful
Useful window opens.
Grip Magic is enabled ( On ).
・
To disable Grip Magic, Tap On ( Off ).
Set each item
Setting is complete.
Grip Sensor
Grip Sensor responds to touch on both the right and left
of handset. As Grip Sensor does not respond when touched
on only one side, be sure to grasp handset contacting Grip
Sensor on both sides.
When letting go of handset, release Grip Sensor on both
sides. If one side remains contacted, Grip Sensor will
continue to react.
Basic Operations
Grip magic
Grip magic window opens.
・
Alternatively, in desktop sheet, Tap (グリップ設定).
Grip Magic Operations
Setting Whether to Turn On Display when
Handset Picked Up
In Grip magic window, Turn screen on by holding
・
Tap Turn screen on by holding to toggle on ( )/off
( ).
・If handset is picked up immediately after (about two
seconds) Pressing to turn Display off, Display may
not turn on when handset is picked up.
・If Proximity/Light Sensor is covered by a hand or other
object, Display may not turn on even when Grip Sensor is
touched, or operation may not be possible. Also, Display
may turn off regardless of handset settings.
Setting Whether to Minimize Volume and Use
Vibrator when Handset Picked Up for Incoming
Call
In Grip magic window, Volume down for incoming calls
・
Tap Volume down for incoming calls to toggle on
( )/off ( ).
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Setting Whether to Prevent Vertical to
Horizontal Screen Change while Handset Held
In Grip magic window, Deterrence rotate screen
・
Tap Deterrence rotate screen to toggle on ( )/off
( ).
・The feature may not follow settings with certain
applications.
Setting Whether Handset Vibrates for New
Notification Indicator when Handset Picked Up
with Display Off
In Grip magic window, Notify by vibrating or
on Action Bar
・
Tap to toggle on ( ), to toggle off
( ).
・If the Notification Indicator is deleted or Notifications
Window is open, handset does not vibrate.
Setting Number of Times that Handset Vibrates
for New Notification
In Grip magic window, Notify by vibrating Notify
times Only once / Every time till notification
confirmation
・
Available when Notify by vibrating is enabled.
Specifying Whether to Use Grip Magic with
Case or Cover Attached to Handset
In Grip magic window, Putting cover setting
Uncovered / Covered
・
Before setting to Covered , attach the cover or case to
handset.
・Grip Magic may not function properly depending on case/
cover type.
Viewing Tutorial on Grip Magic in Let's Try!
Application
In Grip magic window, Let's Try! Follow onscreen
prompts
Grip Magic Cautions
Grip Magic may not function properly in the following
cases. The following may also result in misoperation.
・Operation with gloves worn
・Operation while a metal object is in contact with Grip
Sensor
・Operation when handset is wet
・Attaching or detaching a cover while Grip Magic is
enabled
* Disable Grip Magic, then enable it again.
Specifying Applications for which Handset
Vibrates
In Grip magic window, Notify by vibrating
Notification application setting Add apps
Select application Add apps
・
Available when Notify by vibrating is enabled.
Canceling Applications for which Handset
Vibrates
In Grip magic window, Notify by vibrating
Notification application setting Remove apps
Select application Remove apps YES
・
Available when Notify by vibrating is enabled.
Setting Whether to Increase Volume when
Handset Placed Down while Playing Music,
Video, Etc.
In Grip magic window, Volume up for watching media
Follow onscreen prompts
・Volume does not change in the following cases.
・When media playback volume is set to 0
・While searching for television channels, importing data,
or paused
・During playback when earphone microphone or
Bluetooth® device is connected
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Applications
Activating Applications
In app sheet, Tap application
Application activates.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts.
Exiting Applications
In any application, Tap repeatedly
Handset Phone Number
Checking Your Phone Number
In app sheet, (Settings) Profile
Profile window opens.
・Handset number appears in Own phone number field.
Profile Operations
Editing Profile
In Profile window, on Action Bar Edit
information YES
・
To show/add entry fields, Tap , and to delete, .
Basic Operations
Feel Home returns and application exits.
・
Feel Home also returns when Tapping on Navigation
Bar, but application does not exit. In this case, activate
Quick Launcher and exit it from History. See "Quick
Launcher Layout" for details.
Where to Obtain Applications &
Updates
Use Google Play™ to obtain new applications or update
installed ones. See "Google Play" for details.
Sending Profile
In Profile window, on Action Bar Send Tap
send method YES
Application activates.
Setting Items when Sending Data
In Profile window, on Action Bar Send Send
profile info setting Tap items to send ( )
Save YES
Deleting Saved Information
In Profile window, on Action Bar Delete
YES
・Preset information will not be deleted.
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Using Manner Mode
Mute ringtones and other handset sounds to avoid disturbing
others around you.
Activating Manner Mode
・Camera shutter sound, video recording tones, music, video/
game sounds, etc. still play even in Manner mode.
In Welcome sheet (lock screen) or Feel Home, Long Press
Volume Down Key
Manner mode activates.
Manner Mode Options
To select Manner mode option, Long Press , then Tap
, etc.
Using Airplane Mode
Leaving power on, suspend signal-transmitting functions.
Activating Airplane Mode
(Long Press)
Airplane mode
Airplane mode activates.
Canceling Manner Mode
In Welcome sheet (lock screen) or Feel Home, Long Press
Volume Down Key
Canceling Airplane Mode
(Long Press) Airplane mode
Airplane Mode Caution
Activating Airplane mode disables Wi-Fi and Bluetooth®,
interrupting corresponding transmissions.
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth® connections can be used even in Airplane
mode by enabling Wi-Fi/Bluetooth® after activating
Airplane mode ; make sure that such connection/
transmission is allowed in your current location before use.
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Text Entry
Keyboards
Use onscreen keyboards for text entry. In 12-key Keyboard,
multiple characters are assigned to each key. In QWERTY
Keyboard, a single letter is assigned to each key.
・
Tap Text entry field for keyboard. To hide it, Tap .
・Text entry descriptions are for S-Shoin (default input
method).
Switching Keyboards
In a text entry window, Input UI
QWERTY keyboard or 12 keyboard
12-Key Keyboard Layout
Basic Operations
Enter characters.
Undo conversion; reverse-toggle character options
before confirming entry.
Backspace cursor.
Move keyboard in the arrow direction.
Current entry mode
Delete characters.
Advance cursor; add space at text end.
Show text entry options. (During text entry, convert
hiragana.)
Insert line break; confirm current characters.
Enter pictograms, symbols, or emoticons; switch
conversion options.
Toggle entry modes.
Enter space; toggle case; add ゛ or ゜ for hiragana.
Keyboard is switched.
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QWERTY Keyboard Layout
Enter characters.
Toggle case.
Toggle entry modes.
Enter pictograms, symbols, or emoticons; switch
conversion options.
Undo conversion.
Open text entry options.
Current entry mode
Delete characters.
Insert line break; confirm current characters.
Advance cursor; add space at text end.
Backspace cursor.
Enter space. (During text entry, convert hiragana.)
Entering Letters
In 12-key Keyboard, to enter keitai:
・Entry in Half Alphabet is described.
In a text entry window, (twice: k) (twice: e)
(three times: i) (once: t) (once:
a) (three times: i)
"keitai" is entered.
・
To toggle case, type a letter and Tap . Tap as required
to toggle case.
・Alternatively, for character entry, Touch & Hold key for
guide instead of Tapping key repeatedly. See "Flick Input"
for details.
Flick Input
In 12-key Keyboard, Flick key for target character (instead of
Tapping key repeatedly).
Switching Entry Modes
In a text entry window,
Keyboard interface changes accordingly. Current entry mode
indicator, such as (Half Alphabet) or (Hiragana/Kanji),
appears.
・
Tap to toggle Half Numeric, Hiragana/Kanji, and Half
Alphabet modes. Flick right to toggle these in reverse order.
Using Other Entry Modes
In a text entry window, Flick up Tap entry mode
Keyboard interface changes accordingly.
・Touch & Hold key for guide; Flick toward target character
to enter.
Target
Character
p
q
r
s
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・To enable/disable key preview and Flick input guide, in a
text entry window, Tap Display / Layout Key
input guide .
Tap once.
Touch and Flick left.
Touch and Flick up.
Touch and Flick right.
Touch and Flick down.
Operation
Google Account
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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
Google Account Email Address & Password
Do not forget your Google Account email address and
password.
Google Account Operations & User Interface
Operations and user interface are subject to change due to
automatic application updates or other reasons.
Creating a Google Account
In app sheet, (Settings) Accounts
Or create a new account
Basic Operations
Enter first name Enter last name NEXT
Enter username (email address) NEXT
Add account
Google
Add your account appears.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts.
Enter password Re-enter password NEXT
Enter phone number for recovery NEXT
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VERIFY
・SMS will be sent to entered phone number.
I AGREE
Remind me later NEXT
An account is created.
・
To set payment information, Tap Add credit or debit card
/ Enable SoftBank billing / Redeem NEXT . Follow
onscreen prompts.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts.
Signing in to a Google Account
If an application requires a Google Account, Add your account
appears. Sign in with an existing Google Account to use the
application.
NEXT
Select whether to enable data backup Select whether to
receive news and offers from Google Play NEXT
In Add your account, enter email address NEXT
Enter password NEXT
Follow onscreen prompts
You are signed in to your Google Account.
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Google Play
Download a variety of applications (free/paid) from Google
Play. Change the setting of downloaded applications to enable
manual or automatic updates. Sign in to a Google Account
beforehand.
Google Play Cautions
Application Installation Disclaimer
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.).
Google Play Operations & User Interface
Operations and user interface are subject to change due to
automatic application updates or other reasons.
Purchasing Applications
In app sheet, (Play Store)
Basic Operations
Google Play opens.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts.
Tap paid application Tap price Follow onscreen
prompts
Application downloads and installs.
Installing Free Applications
In app sheet, (Play Store)
Google Play opens.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts.
Tap free application INSTALL ACCEPT
Application downloads and installs.
Purchased Applications
Payment
Pay once. Re-downloads of uninstalled applications are free
of charge.
Use on Other Android Devices
Install same application on other Android devices under
same Google Account at no added cost.
Refund Requests
Request refunds within designated period. Returned
applications are deleted from handset; no payment is
required. One refund request per application.
In Google Play, on Action Bar My apps Tap
application REFUND
・See "Getting Help with Google Play" for details.
Application Purchase Disclaimer
Purchase applications at your own risk. SoftBank Corp. is
not responsible for any disadvantage resulting for user or
third parties.
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Updating Installed Applications
In app sheet, (Play Store)
Google Play opens.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts.
on Action Bar My apps
Uninstalling Applications
Applications installed via Google Play can be uninstalled.
In app sheet, (Play Store)
Google Play opens.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts.
on Action Bar My apps
Tap application UPDATE
Application downloads and installs.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts.
Making Application Update Settings
Setting Automatic Update Options
In Google Play, on Action Bar Settings
Auto-update apps Select update option
Setting Automatic Update by Application
In Google Play, on Action Bar My apps Tap
application Auto-update
・
Tap Auto-update to toggle on ( )/off ( ).
・Automatic update is not available for some applications.
Tap application UNINSTALL OK
Application uninstalls.
Getting Help with Google Play
In Google Play, on Action Bar Help & Feedback
Google Play Help window opens.
Follow onscreen prompts
A description for each item appears.
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Security Codes
Code Types
The following codes are required for handset use.
Code Description
Four-digit code you have set in
Center Access
Code
Operation
Password
Code Cautions
Do not forget Center Access Code; write it down if
necessary. 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.
subscription contract; necessary to
change subscription details, use Optional
Services from landlines, etc.
A user-defined code necessary to use
settings and applications related to
security, personal information, etc.; unset
by default.
Setting Operation Password
In app sheet, (Settings) Other settings Lock
& Security
Basic Operations
Operation password setting OK Enter Operation
Password OK
Re-enter Operation Password OK OK
Operation Password is set.
Operation Password Usage Notes
Changing Operation Password
Refer to the steps for setting Operation Password.
(Current Operation Password is required to proceed.)
Resetting Operation Password
If prompted for Operation Password, Tap PASSWORD
RESET then Tap OK . Follow onscreen prompts.
・My SoftBank authentication is required to reset
Operation Password. Set My SoftBank authentication
from (My SoftBankプラス).
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USIM PIN
PIN is a code for USIM Card. 9999 by default; enable USIM
card lock to restrict handset use.
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.
In app sheet, (Settings) Other settings Lock
& Security
Operation at Power On
When USIM card lock is enabled, PIN entry window appears
each time handset is powered on. To use handset:
Tap PIN entry field
Enter PIN OK
Lock & Security menu opens.
Set up USIM card lock Lock USIM card Enter PIN
OK ( )
USIM card lock is enabled.
Disabling USIM Card Lock
In Lock & Security menu, Set up USIM card lock
Lock USIM card Enter PIN OK ( )
Handset is usable.
Changing USIM PIN
Lock USIM Card first. See "Enabling USIM PIN" for details.
In app sheet, (Settings) Other settings Lock
& Security
PIN Cautions
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).
Set up USIM card lock Change USIM PIN Enter
current PIN OK Enter new PIN OK Re-
enter new PIN OK
PIN is changed.
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Turning Off Display (Screen Lock)
Screen Lock
After a period of inactivity, Display turns off to save battery
power (Screen lock active). Screen lock prevents accidental
Touchscreen operation.
・
To activate Screen lock manually, Press when Display is
turned on.
・Set handset to activate Screen lock when handset is placed
flat or placed in pocket, etc. as needed. See "On/Off with
Motion Settings" for details.
If Screen Lock Activates while Playing
Music
Music continues to play. For operation, Press to
open Welcome sheet (lock screen) and use operation panel
(operations may vary depending on application).
Hiding Contacts
Specify contacts as secret entries requiring Operation
Password for viewing.
Specifying Contacts as Secret Entries
Contacts specified as secret are not shown in Address Book,
destination selection window, etc.
・Phone number is shown for arriving call.
In app sheet, (Settings) Other settings
Basic Operations
Unlocking Screen
When Display is turned off (Screen lock active),
Welcome sheet (lock screen) opens.
In Welcome sheet (lock screen), Drag or up
Screen is unlocked.
・For enhanced security, set handset to require pattern
drawing or password/Lock No. passcode entry for unlocking
screen as needed. See "Lock & Security Settings" for details.
Secrecy settings
Enter Operation Password OK
Secrecy settings appear.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts.
Set contact secrecy
Other Methods for Turning On Display
Set Display to turn on when handset is gripped (Grip
Magic) or when Display is Flicked (Sweep ON). See
"Operating by Gripping Handset (Grip Magic)" and "On/Off
with Motion Settings" for details.
Set contact secrecy window opens.
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Tap contact to set as secret ( )
・Several contacts are selectable.
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Canceling Secret Mode Temporarily
Confirm
Secrecy setting for contact is made.
・Secret mode is set once Display turns off.
Viewing Guide for Secrecy Setting
In Secrecy settings, Guide Disable secret mode for
now / Contact secrecy function
Cancel Secret mode temporarily to view/use contacts.
・Secrecy settings for contacts can be made while Secret
mode is temporarily canceled.
Drag Status Bar down
Notifications Window opens.
Touch & Hold
Entry window for Operation Password opens.
Enter Operation Password OK
Secret mode is temporarily canceled.
Changing Operation Password for
Temporarily Canceling Secrecy Settings
In Secrecy settings, Disable secret mode temporarily
Operation password setting OK Enter current
Operation Password OK OK Enter new
Operation Password OK Enter new Operation
Password again OK OK
・
The setting made here is reflected in Operation
password setting in Lock & Security.
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Updating Software
Software Updates
At specified time, handset automatically checks for/downloads
firmware updates as required.
・Alternatively, update firmware manually.
・Applications may be updated or newly added, or names,
icons, operations and user interfaces of applications may be
changed.
・Software Update cannot be performed if another function is
in use.
・Remove Micro USB Cable (optional accessory) from handset
beforehand; otherwise, Software Update may not complete
properly.
Software Update Cautions
During Update
Handset cannot be used until Software Update completes;
it may take some time to complete.
Updating Software Manually
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
In app sheet, (Settings) About phone
Software update
Data Backup
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 menu opens.
Software update YES Follow onscreen prompts
Software Update starts.
Software Update Operations
Enabling/Disabling Automatic Updates
In Software update menu, Automatic Update
Settings NOT AUTOMATICALLY UPDATE or
AUTOMATICALLY UPDATE OK
Changing Automatic Update Start Time
In Software update menu, Update Schedule Settings
Select time OK OK
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Handset Interface
Welcome Sheet (Lock Screen) Basics...............................40
Feel Home Basics.............................................................. 41
Icons at Display Top (Status Bar)...................................42
Checking Handset Status & Notifications (Notifications
Window)............................................................................. 44
Activating Applications Quickly (Quick Launcher).........45
Customizing Welcome Sheet (Lock Screen).....................48
Customizing Feel Home.................................................... 50
Disabling Touch Operation Temporarily (Childlock)....... 54
Copying Onscreen Text (Copy Anywhere)....................... 55
Writing Notes on Display (KAKU Notepad).....................55
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Welcome Sheet (Lock Screen)
Basics
Welcome sheet (lock screen) appears at power on or when
is Pressed while Display is turned off (Screen lock
active).
From Welcome sheet (lock screen), unlock screen, activate an
application such as Phone or Mail, etc.
Welcome Sheet (Lock Screen) Layout
Wallpaper
Notifications of missed calls, new messages, etc. appear
here.
Tap to show owner information.
Flick up for applications, settings, etc.
Date and time, weather, notification of news and
trending search terms from emopa3, etc. (Info area)
Flick or up to unlock screen.
Flick up to activate SH Camera.
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2
Activating Applications
Activate applications from Welcome sheet (lock screen) as
follows.
・Change assigned applications as needed.
In Welcome sheet (lock screen), Flick up
Application window opens.
Tap application
Application activates.
1 Flick left/right to toggle view.
2 Set owner information beforehand. See "Lock & Security
Settings" for details.
3 Appears when emopa is configured. For details on emopa,
see "エモパーを利用する (http://help.mb.softbank.jp/aquos-
xx/pc/09-01.html)" (Japanese).
Welcome Sheet Operations
Viewing Tutorial on Welcome Sheet in Let's
Try! Application
In application window, Let's Try! Follow onscreen
prompts
Customizing Welcome Sheet (Lock Screen)
In application window, Welcome sheet
・Menu for Welcome sheet (lock screen) customization
opens (alternatively, in app sheet, (Settings)
Wallpaper & display Welcome Sheet ). See
"Customizing Welcome Sheet (Lock Screen)" for details.
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Notifications (Missed Calls, New
Messages, Etc.)
Information such as phone number and email address appear
in Welcome sheet (lock screen). Name appears for missed calls
and new messages if saved in Address Book.
Tap phone number, email address, name, etc. twice to open.
Feel Home Basics
Most operations start from Feel Home. Activate applications
in app sheet, and access widgets or save shortcuts to
frequently-used applications in desktop sheet.
Toggling Sheets
Flick left/right to toggle sheets.
Handset Interface
App Sheet Layout
Activate applications.
Flick up for hidden pages.
Larger dot indicates current page position.
Tap to toggle pages.
Dock
Activate applications quickly from any Feel Home sheet.
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Desktop Sheet Layout
Use widgets.
Flick up for hidden pages.
Activate applications from shortcuts.
Flick up for hidden pages.
Larger dot indicates current page position.
Tap to toggle pages.
Dock
Activate applications quickly from any Feel Home sheet.
1 Available when application shortcuts and widgets are
added. See "Adding Shortcuts" and "Adding Widgets" for
details.
1
1
1
Icons at Display Top (Status Bar)
Indicators (new message notification, handset status, etc.)
appear at the top of Display.
Status Bar Layout
Notifications, warnings, etc. appear here. (Notification
Indicators)
Handset status and other information appear here.
(Status Indicators)
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Main Notification Indicators
Notification Indicators appear on the left.
Indicator Description
Bright Keep On
Urgent News
Call Arriving/in Progress
Call on Hold
Missed Call
New Answer Phone Message
New Voicemail
New SMS/S! Mail
New Email
New Gmail
Unchecked Alarm
Calendar Event
Full Seg/One Seg Viewing in Progress
Full Seg/One Seg Recording in Progress
Application Update Available
Application Installation Complete
Data Downloading
Bluetooth® File Reception Request
SD Card Unmounted
Readying SD Card
Connected via USB
Screenshot Captured
Screenshot Failed
More Notifications
Mobile Light On
Main Status Indicators
Status Indicators appear on the right.
Indicator Description
Battery Strength
Charging
Signal Strength
No Signal (4G LTE/4G/3G)
4G LTE/4G Data in Use
3G Data in Use
Airplane Mode
Wi-Fi Connected
Bluetooth® On
Bluetooth® Connected
Manner (Standard) Mode
Manner (Silent) Mode
Getting Location Information
Answer Phone Set
Answer Phone Set (Message Recorded)
Alarm Set
NFC/Osaifu-Keitai® Lock Set
NFC/Osaifu-Keitai® Lock Set (USIM Card
2
only)
Hiragana/Kanji Mode
Half Alphabet Mode
Half Numeric Mode
Full Alphabet Mode
Full Numeric Mode
Character Code Mode
1 Corresponding indicator appears when handset is connected
to FDD-LTE (SoftBank 4G LTE) or AXGP (SoftBank 4G).
Between these Networks, handset connects to SoftBank 4G
whenever possible.
2 Appears when a USIM Card with NFC locked on another
mobile phone is then installed in handset.
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Handset Interface
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Checking Handset Status &
Notifications (Notifications
Window)
Open notifications, check handset status or change various
settings.
Opening Notifications Window
Drag Status Bar down
Notifications Window appears.
・
To close Notifications Window, Tap .
Notifications Window Layout
Setting keys
Notifications and active functions
Use corresponding functions.
Open Settings.
Delete all notifications and close Notifications Window.
Notifications Window Operations
Showing/Hiding Second & Subsequent Lines of
Setting Keys
In Notifications Window, Drag up/down or Tap Display top
・Alternatively, Drag Status Bar down with two fingers
with Notifications Window closed to show second and
subsequent lines of Setting keys.
Switching between Detailed & Simple Views for
Notifications in Notifications Window
In Notifications Window, Drag notification up/down with
two fingers at the same time, or Pinch/Spread
・Unavailable for some notifications.
Deleting Notifications
In Notifications Window, Flick notification left/right
・Some notifications may not be deleted.
Blocking Notifications from Specific
Applications
In Notifications Window, Touch & Hold notification
Block ( )
・
Tap Block to toggle on ( )/off ( ).
・May be unavailable depending on application.
Showing Notifications from Specific
Applications at the Top
In Notifications Window, Touch & Hold notification
Priority ( )
・
Tap Priority to toggle on ( )/off ( ).
・
Available when Block is disabled.
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Setting Keys
Set Manner mode option.
Toggle Wi-Fi on/off.
Toggle Bluetooth® on/off.
Enable/disable Auto-rotate screen.
Set Display brightness.
Toggle Energy saving settings on/off.
Set Bright Keep.
Manage use of location information.
Enable/disable account sync.
Open Wireless output menu.
Enable/disable Reader/Writer, P2P.
Enable/disable Airplane mode.
Turn on/off Mobile Light.
Toggle Grip Magic on/off.
Open window for customizing Setting keys.
Activating Applications Quickly
(Quick Launcher)
Activate recently used applications as well as assigned
applications, mini-applications and mini-widgets.
Quick Launcher
Use the following options to activate applications from Quick
Launcher.
Option Description
History Activate recently used application.
Favorites Activate application saved in Favorites.
Mini apps
Activating Quick Launcher
Activate mini-application or mini-widget
while using applications.
Handset Interface
Customizing Setting Keys
Rearranging Setting Keys
In Notifications Window, Customize Drag icon to
rearrange it on Action Bar
Adding/Deleting Setting Keys
In Notifications Window, Customize Drag icon to
unused key area (right above Navigation Bar) or Drag
icon from unused key area to target location on
Action Bar
Quick Launcher opens.
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Quick Launcher Layout
Activate recently used application.
Delete all history items for recently used applications.
Show history items for recently used applications.
Show shortcuts to frequently-used applications,
bookmarks, etc.
Show mini-applications and mini-widgets.
About Recent Apps
Adding Mini-Applications/Mini-Widgets
In Quick Launcher, Mini apps Add mini
application / Add widget Tap mini-application or
mini-widget to add
Deleting Mini-Applications/Mini-Widgets
In Quick Launcher, Mini apps Touch & Hold mini-
application/mini-widget Peel off
・
For some applications, Touch & Hold mini-application
Delete application OK to uninstall application.
Re-install uninstalled applications with Add from Play
Store in Add mini application .
Changing Mini-Widget Names
In Quick Launcher, Mini apps Touch & Hold mini-
widget Change name Enter mini-widget name
OK
Set recent apps to appear instead of Quick Launcher
as needed. Recent apps shows a list of recently used
applications; activate application or remove it from the
list. See "Recent Apps Key Setting" for details on switching
between Quick Launcher and recent apps.
Quick Launcher Operations
Deleting Single Usage History Item
In Quick Launcher, History Flick item down
・Corresponding application exits if running.
Adding Applications, Shortcuts, Etc. to Quick
Launcher's Favorites
In Quick Launcher, Favorites Select
application, shortcut, etc.
Deleting Applications and Shortcuts
In Quick Launcher, Favorites Touch & Hold
application, shortcut, etc. Peel off
・Some applications can be uninstalled as follows; Touch &
Hold application Delete application OK .
Rearranging Mini-Applications/Mini-Widgets
In Quick Launcher, Mini apps Touch & Hold mini-
application/mini-widget Drag to new location
Rearranging Applications, Shortcuts, Etc. in
Quick Launcher's Favorites
In Quick Launcher, Favorites Touch & Hold
application, shortcut, etc. Drag to target location
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Activating Mini-Applications/MiniWidgets
While using applications, watch Full Seg/One Seg and videos,
open a map, etc. in a small separate window.
・May be unavailable depending on current application window.
Quick Launcher opens.
Mini apps Tap mini-application or mini-widget
Mini-Application Window/Mini-Widget
Window Layout
・Window interface varies by application/widget.
Open standard application window.
Application/widget name
Open menu.
Exit mini-application/mini-widget.
Operation Bar
Drag to change size of mini-application window/mini-
widget window.
1 Icon may be hidden if mini-application window or mini-
widget window is reduced. In this case, use menu for
corresponding operation.
2 If Operation Bar, indicators, etc. are hidden, Tap mini-
application window or mini-widget window to show them
again.
2
1
1
Handset Interface
Mini-application window or mini-widget window opens.
・Follow onscreen prompts.
Mini-Application/Mini-Widget
Operations
Moving Mini-Application/Mini-Widget Window
Drag mini-application/mini-widget window by frame to new
location
Minimizing Mini-Application/Mini-Widget
Window
In mini-application/mini-widget window, Minimize
・
Alternatively, for some applications, Tap .
Using Mini-Application/Mini-Widget Data and
Information with Other Application
Touch & Hold mini-application/mini-widget window
Drag data or information to other application
Showing Data Selection Screen from MiniApplication Window (During Video Playback)
In mini-application window (during video playback),
Adding Mini-Widgets in Mini-Widget Window
In mini-widget window, Add widget Tap
widget to add
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Deleting Mini-Widget from Mini-Widget Window
In mini-widget window, Remove widget Tap
widget to delete ( ) DELETE
Setting Mini-Widget Background Color
Customizing Welcome Sheet (Lock
Screen)
Setting Wallpaper
In mini-widget window, Background color
Black / White / Translucence
Mini-Application/Mini-Widget Usage
Note
While using a mini-application or mini-widget, videos may
not play properly in other applications.
In Welcome sheet (lock screen), Flick up
(Welcome sheet)
Welcome Sheet wallpaper
Welcome sheet wallpaper menu opens.
Set each item
Setting is complete.
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Welcome Sheet (Lock Screen)
Operations
Setting Still Image as Wallpaper for Welcome
Sheet (Lock Screen)
In Welcome sheet wallpaper menu, in Image field
Tap page (e.g., Page 1 ) Tap option (e.g.,
Contents Manager(wallpaper) ) Follow onscreen
prompts
・
To remove Wallpaper, Tap To cancel the setting when
Tapping an option.
Setting Live Wallpaper to Welcome Sheet (Lock
Screen)
In Welcome sheet wallpaper menu, in Live wallpaper
field Tap image SET WALLPAPER
・For some images, additional settings are available. Follow
onscreen prompts.
Applying Wallpaper Setting to Welcome Sheet
(Lock Screen)
Changing Shortcuts
In app sheet, (Settings)
Handset Interface
Wallpaper & display
In Welcome sheet wallpaper menu, To reflect the
wallpaper setting
Welcome Sheet
Shortcut
Tap shortcut to change
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Customizing Feel Home
Tap shortcut type (e.g., Application )
Tap/set function to activate with shortcut
Shortcut is set.
Set theme and Wallpaper, set layout of app sheet/desktop
sheet and dock, and rearrange and collect icons/widgets in
folders.
Setting Theme & Wallpaper
Touch & Hold open area of Feel Home
Menu opens.
Home settings
Tap theme (Standard, Color pop or Natural)
Tap image, color, pattern, etc.
Theme and Wallpaper are set.
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Feel Home Operations
Showing/Hiding Icon Background
Touch & Hold open area of Feel Home Home settings
Tap graphic above Visible or Invisible
Setting Image as Wallpaper
Touch & Hold open area of Feel Home Home settings
Tap graphic above From list Follow onscreen
prompts
Using Image Set in Wallpaper under Wallpaper &
Display Menu
Touch & Hold open area of Feel Home Home settings
Tap graphic above Wallpaper
Viewing Tutorial on Feel Home in Let's Try!
Application
Touch & Hold open area of Feel Home Home settings
View for Let's Try!
Rearranging App Sheet Pages
Touch & Hold open area of app sheet
Handset Interface
Menu opens.
Edit pages
Showing/Hiding Dock
Touch & Hold open area of Feel Home Home settings
/ for Display Dock
・
Tap to toggle on ( ), to toggle off
( ).
Showing/Hiding Guide Tab when Switching to
App Sheet/Desktop Sheet
Touch & Hold open area of Feel Home Home settings
/ for Show guide tab
・
Tap to toggle on ( ), to toggle off
( ).
Setting Home Position
Touch & Hold open area of Feel Home Home settings
Apps Sheet / Desktop Sheet in Home Position
Settings
Drag page up/down to target location
MOVE
Pages are rearranged.
・Alternatively, Pinch app sheet to rearrange pages.
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Moving Icons/Widgets
In Feel Home, Touch & Hold icon/widget
Drag to target location
Release to place icon/widget.
・To a folder: Drag icon to target folder.
Hiding Applications
Changing Icon Layout
Change layout of icons in app sheet (columns/rows per
screen).
Touch & Hold open area of Feel Home
Menu opens.
Home settings
Touch & Hold open area of app sheet Application view
setting for application to hide
・
Tap to show application again. Icon appears at end
in app sheet.
In Layout Setting, Simple / 3x4 / 4x5 / 5x6
Layout is changed.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts.
・
Select Simple for large icons and text.
Enable/Disable Google Search Widget in
App Sheet
Touch & Hold open area of Feel Home Home settings
/ for Display Google Search
・
Tap to toggle on ( ), to toggle off
( ).
Layout Setting Caution
When Layout Setting is set to Simple , desktop sheet is
hidden.
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Adding Folders
Add folders to collect icons.
・Folders can also be created in dock.
In Feel Home, Touch & Hold icon to place in folder
Add to new folder
Adding Shortcuts
Add an application shortcut as follows.
Touch & Hold open area of desktop sheet
Handset Interface
Menu opens.
Add shortcut
Folder is added, and icon is saved in the folder.
Drag another icon to group into the folder
2 icons are saved in the folder.
・A folder can also be created by a Touch & Hold on an area of
Feel Home which has no icon, followed by a Tap on Create
Folder .
Changing Folder Names
In Feel Home, Tap folder Tap Name entry field at top
of window Enter folder name Next Tap
/ /location other than Feel Home window
Application Tap application
Shortcut is added.
Shortcut Arrangement Operations in
Feel Home
Adding Shortcut from App Sheet to Desktop
Sheet
In app sheet, Touch & Hold icon Add shortcut
Deleting Shortcuts
In desktop sheet, Touch & Hold icon Peel off or drag
to
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Adding Widgets
Add Album, Calendar, etc. as follows.
Touch & Hold open area of desktop sheet
Menu opens.
Add widget
Disabling Touch Operation
Temporarily (Childlock)
Set Childlock to disable touch operation temporarily and
prevent unintended operation.
Setting Childlock
・Answer calls normally.
Favorites (Childlock)
Tap widget
Widget is added.
Removing Widgets
In desktop sheet, Touch & Hold widget Peel off or
drag to
OK
Childlock is set.
Canceling Childlock
Press or allow Display to turn off after a period of
no operation to automatically cancel Childlock (unlocking
screen enables touch operation). An incoming call also
cancels Childlock automatically.
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Copying Onscreen Text (Copy
Anywhere)
Using Copy Anywhere
・Show content to copy on Display beforehand.
Favorites (Copy Anywhere)
Copy Anywhere window opens.
Trace over area to copy Drag frame to specify scan area
Writing Notes on Display (KAKU
Notepad)
Write notes on Display and save them as images. Attach saved
images to email or share them.
Using KAKU Notepad
・Show screen to add notes to beforehand.
Handset Interface
Favorites (KAKU Notepad)
Pencil palette opens.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts.
・Move pencil palette by Dragging toward top or bottom of
Display.
Text is scanned (scan result window).
Text is copied.
Copy Anywhere Operations
Editing Scanned Text
Tap pen ( , etc.) Trace on Display to create notes
・Pencil palette is half-transparent while creating notes.
After completing notes,
Screen with added notes is saved as an image.
・
Open saved image from Photo in Contents Manager, etc.
About Pencil Palette
If pencil palette is minimized, Tap pen or tool with to
return to original size.
In scan result window, Edit text OK
Looking Up Scanned Text in Dictionary
In scan result window, Dictionary
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Pencil Palette Layout
Undo
1
Pens
1
Clip out
Enter text
Save
Eraser
1
Stamp
Change background
Save & share/save as PDF
1 Tap again while using to change pen color/thickness, cut-
out method, stamp type, etc.
Phone
Calling................................................................................ 58
Optional Services..............................................................61
Making Call Settings........................................................ 66
Address Book.................................................................... 68
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Calling
How to dial directly to make a call and answer a call, as well
as options when a call is arriving/during a call are described.
(Handset does not support Video Call.)
VoLTE/HD Voice
Support for VoLTE/HD Voice
Handset supports VoLTE and HD Voice for high-quality call
sound.
VoLTE (Voice over LTE)
VoLTE is a system enabling voice calls over LTE networks.
Compared to voice calls over conventional 3G connections,
high-sound quality calls and reduced time until ring tones
sound are possible (requires separate subscription).
To use VoLTE, it is necessary for handset and the
counterpart model to satisfy the following conditions:
・VoLTE-compatible model from SoftBank.
・Within the SoftBank 4G LTE (FDD LTE) service area.
* VoLTE unavailable while outside the SoftBank 4G LTE
(FDD-LTE) area and during international roaming.
・
VoLTE voice call is enabled ( ) in Network settings.
・
Use 4G is enabled ( ) in Cellular networks.
Use onscreen dialpad to enter number
・Include area code for landline numbers.
・
To correct number, Tap to delete digit(s), then enter
correct number.
CALL
Handset dials the number.
HD Voice
A wider range of audio tone is supported than conventional
models, for more natural-quality voice calls.
・The counterpart model must be an HD Voice-compatible
model from SoftBank.
・HD Voice calls can be made with VoLTE or 3G
connections.
Placing Calls
In app sheet, (Basic) (Phone) Dial
・Call begins when other party answers.
To end call, End call
Call ends.
・After calls to/from numbers not saved in Address Book, a
window to add an unsaved number to Address Book appears.
Follow onscreen prompts.
Dialpad window opens.
・
When missed call window appears, Tap .
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Emergency Location Report
Making emergency calls (110, 119 or 118) automatically
reports handset location to corresponding agency (police,
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.
・Location/signal conditions affect positioning accuracy.
Always provide location and call purpose.
・Hiding Caller ID (using 184, etc.) cancels Location Report.
However, corresponding agency may obtain location
information in life threatening situations.
・Location Report is not sent for calls made while outside
Japan.
Troubleshooting
Q. Call does not connect
A. Did you dial all digits for the number? Dial all digits
for numbers starting with a "0" area code, etc.
A. Is the signal weak? Change locations and call again.
Answering Calls
When a call arrives, Drag Answer down
Call connects.
・
When screen is unlocked, Tap Answer at Display top.
To end call, End call
Phone
Q. Difficulty with call
A. It may be difficult to make a call in a location with
noise.
A. Check the call volume when using Speakerphone. It may
be difficult to make a call with a raised call volume.
Q. Sound experiences popping during a call
A. Are you moving location during a call? Popping may
occur when switching areas for a better signal. This is
not a malfunction.
Emergency Call Cautions
Available Areas
Emergency calls can only be made within the SoftBank
service area.
Airplane Mode
Emergency calls cannot be placed when Airplane mode is
active. Long Press and cancel it.
Call ends.
・After calls to/from numbers not saved in Address Book, a
window to add an unsaved number to Address Book appears.
Follow onscreen prompts.
Missed Calls
For unanswered calls, notification appears in Welcome
sheet (lock screen).
Notification
・Tap notification twice to open Call History. When screen
is unlocked, Drag Status Bar down for Notifications
Window, then Tap notification. When CALL and SMS
appear below notification, Tap to call back or send SMS.
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Arriving Call/Answer Phone Operations
Placing Call on Hold
As call is arriving, Drag Answer Holding down
・
When screen is unlocked, Tap Hold at Display top.
・Caller incurs call charges while on hold.
・
To answer call, Tap Answer .
・
To end call, Tap End call .
Answering with Answer Phone
As call is arriving, Drag down Absence Memo
・
When screen is unlocked, Incoming call
Absence Memo .
Playing Back Answer Phone Messages
Tap notification twice Tap message
・When screen is unlocked, Drag Status Bar down for
Notifications Window, then Tap notification Tap
message.
・Once playback ends, Display returns to message list.
・
To stop playback, Tap Stop .
Call Window Layout/In-Call Operation
Other party name/number
Other party photo
Call time
Mute own voice.
Adjust volume/quality.
Record call.
End call.
HD Voice call in progress
Show dialpad.
Open menu.
Use Speakerphone.
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Rejecting Arriving Calls
As call is arriving, Drag down Reject
・
When screen is unlocked, Incoming call
Reject .
Forwarding Arriving Calls
As call is arriving, Drag down Forwarding
・
When screen is unlocked, Incoming call
Forwarding .
・Set a phone number to forward calls to beforehand. See
"Call Forwarding" for details.
Stopping Ringtone, Vibration and Notification
Lamp Illumination
As call is arriving, Press Volume Down Key
・
Alternatively, Drag down Silent . When screen
is unlocked, Incoming call Silent .
Showing Caller's Name and Photo for Incoming
Calls
1 Also appears as call is arriving or on hold, and also in Call
History.
In-Call/Voice Memo Operations
Adjusting Call Volume
During call, Volume Up/Down Key
Clearer Other-Party Voice (Noise Suppression)
During call, Volume in "Noise suppression" (
)
Slower Other-Party Voice (Slow Talk)
During call, Volume in "Slow talk" ( )
Recording Call (Voice Memo)
During call, Voice Memo
・
To end recording, Tap Stop .
As call is arriving, Drag down Diplay
Addressbook Info
・
When screen is unlocked, Incoming call
Diplay Addressbook Info .
・
Available when Simple secrecy for incoming calls is
enabled. See "Call Settings" for details.
Playing Back Voice Memos
In app sheet, (Settings) Call Answer
phone Voice Memo List Tap Voice Memo
・
To stop playback, Tap Stop .
Placing Call on Hold
During call, Menu Hold
・
To resume call, Tap Unhold .
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Optional Services
Use these SoftBank Optional Services:
Optional Services
Connecting/Disconnecting Bluetooth® Device
(Headset, Etc.) for Handsfree Conversation
During call, Menu Bluetooth ON / Bluetooth OFF
・Available when handset is paired with a Bluetooth
device with handsfree functionality (e.g., headset).
®
Opening Address Book
During call, Menu Address Book
Opening Call History
During call, Menu Quote to Call log
Opening Profile
During call, Menu Quote from profile
Placing Current Call on Hold & Calling Another
Number
During call, Menu Add Call
The following optional services are available.
Service Description
Call
Forwarding
Voicemail
Call Waiting
Group Calling1Merge multiple calls.
Notify Caller
ID
Call Barring
VoLTE Voice
1
Services
1 Requires separate subscription
Divert all/unanswered calls to a preset
number.
Divert all/unanswered calls to Voicemail
Center; access messages via handset/
touchtone phones.
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Answer calls during a call.
Send or hide your number when placing
calls.
Restrict incoming/outgoing calls by
conditions.
Set whether to use LTE for voice calling.
Phone
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Call Forwarding
OK
In app sheet, (Settings) Call
Call Settings appear.
Voicemail/divert
Call Forwarding is set.
Canceling Call Forwarding
In Divert menu, Stop call forward YES
Voicemail/divert menu opens.
Settings/stop
Divert menu opens.
Always or No answer Enter number
・
For No answer , Tap WAIT TIME and select ring time as
needed.
Voicemail
In app sheet, (Settings) Call
Call Settings appear.
Voicemail/divert
Voicemail/divert menu opens.
Setting Missed Calls
Handset notifies you of incoming calls when handset is
powered off or out of service area. Initiate Voicemail then
follow these steps:
In Call Settings, Missed calls Settings CALL
Follow audio guidance
Setting Operation of Missed Calls
In Call Settings, Missed calls Sounds & alerts
Tap item Follow onscreen prompts
・Set Missed calls sound, Vibration pattern, Incoming calls
lamp, and Ring duration.
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Phone
Settings/stop
Divert menu opens.
Always or No answer VOICEMAIL
・
For No answer , Tap WAIT TIME and select ring time as
needed.
OK
Voicemail is set.
When New Message is Recorded
A tone sounds and appears on Status Bar. To play
message, Tap New voicemail notification in Notifications
Window, then follow voice guidance.
Voicemail Operations
Canceling Voicemail
In Divert menu, Stop call forward YES
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Call Waiting
Requires separate subscription.
In app sheet, (Settings) Call
Call Settings appear.
Other service settings
Group Calling
Requires separate subscription.
During a call, Menu Add Call
Enter number CALL
When call connects, Menu Merge calls
Group Calling starts.
Other service settings appear.
Call waiting ( )
Call waiting is set.
When Call Arrives during Another Call
A tone sounds; Drag right to answer.
Notify Caller ID
In app sheet, (Settings) Call
Call Settings appear.
Other service settings
Other service settings appear.
Notify caller ID Hide number or Show number
Canceling Call Waiting
In Other service settings, Call waiting ( )
Caller ID is set.
Call Barring
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Restrict outgoing/incoming calls and SMS messages.
・When attempting to place/send a call/SMS while calling is
restricted, a message appears. Message may take time to
appear in some areas.
Restriction Description
All outgoing
calls
Bar int'l call
Local & home
only
Restrict all
incomings
Bar if abroad Reject calls while outside Japan.
In app sheet, (Settings) Call
Restrict all outgoing calls.
Restrict international calls; while outside
Japan, calls within current country are
allowed.
Restrict international calls; while outside
Japan, calls within current country and to
Japan are allowed.
Reject all calls.
Restrict / Not restrict
Restriction is set.
Call Barring Operations
Canceling All Outgoing Call Restrictions
In Call barring menu, Bar outgoing calls Stop all
outgoing calls YES
Canceling All Incoming Call Restrictions
Phone
In Call barring menu, Bar incoming calls Stop all
incoming calls YES
Restricting Outgoing Calls to Specified
Numbers
In Call barring menu, Restrict destinations Enter
Operation Password OK Specified phone number
Switch on/off ( ) Call permitted list
<Empty> Enter number OK
Call Settings appear.
Call barring
Call barring menu opens.
Bar outgoing calls or Bar incoming calls Tap option
Restricting Outgoing Calls to Numbers Saved in
Address Book
In Call barring menu, Restrict destinations Enter
Operation Password OK Restrict address book
( )
Rejecting Calls from Specified Numbers
In Call barring menu, Reject call Specified numbers
Switch on/off ( ) Reject numbers list
<Empty> Enter number OK
Rejecting Calls from Numbers Not Saved in
Address Book
In Call barring menu, Reject call Not registered
numbers ( )
Rejecting Calls with No/Undisplayable Caller ID
or from Payphones
In Call barring menu, Reject call Number not sent
/ Payphone / Unavailable ( )
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Troubleshooting
Q. Calling is not barred
A. Are you using Call Forwarding or Voicemail? Calling
may not be barred even if All outgoing calls and
Restrict all incomings are set.
VoLTE Voice Services
Requires separate subscription.
In app sheet, (Settings) Other settings
Other settings appear.
Network settings
Network settings appear.
VoLTE voice call ( )
VoLTE voice services are set.
Canceling VoLTE Services
Making Call Settings
Call Settings
Check call information and make settings. Settable items are
the following.
Item Description
Any-key
answer
Quick silent
Adding new
contacts to
the address
book
Auto answer
Simple secrecy
for incoming
calls
Operation
when putting
down
Calling display
settings
Quick
responses
Answer phone
Voicemail/
divert
Missed calls
Int'l call
settings
Call barring
Power key
ends call
Other service
settings
Internet call
Set Volume Up Key function for incoming
calls.
Set whether turning over handset stops
ringtone and handset vibration as a call is
arriving.
Set whether a window appears after a
call to add an unsaved number to Address
Book.
Set auto answering and ring time until
handset automatically answers when
earphones are connected.
Set whether to keep a caller's name and
photo from appearing until handset is
picked up.
Set what action occurs when handset is
set down during a call.
Set screen background, etc. shown during
a call.
Edit an SMS message to send to a caller
when unable to answer.
Play back Answer Phone and Voice Memos
and set operation of Answer Phone.
Enable and set operation of Voicemail and
Call Forwarding.
See "Optional Services" for details.
Set notification of missed calls and
Voicemail messages.
See "Optional Services" for details.
Set a country code list for international
calls and Abroad Assistant.
See "Calling from Outside Japan" for
details.
Set call restrictions, rejection, etc.
See "Optional Services" for details.
Enable to end a call.
Set notification of caller ID and Call
Waiting.
See "Optional Services" for details.
Set calling method for Internet calls when
connected by Wi-Fi.
In Network settings, VoLTE voice call ( )
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In app sheet, (Basic) (Phone)
on Action Bar Settings
Call Settings appear.
・
Alternatively, in app sheet, (Settings) Call for Call
Settings.
Setting Whether Handset Answers Call when
Earphones Connected
In Call Settings, Auto answer Auto answer
・
Tap Auto answer to toggle on ( )/off ( ).
Setting Ring Time until Handset Answers with
Auto Answer
In Call Settings, Auto answer Call Time Select
number of seconds SET
・
Available when Auto answer is enabled.
Setting Whether to Keep Caller's Name and
Photo from Appearing until Handset is Picked
Up
In Call Settings, Simple secrecy for incoming calls
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts.
・
Tap Simple secrecy for incoming calls to toggle on
( )/off ( ).
・
When Simple secrecy for incoming calls is enabled,
function is available if Grip Magic is enabled.
Setting what Action Occurs when Handset is
Set Down during Call
Phone
Set each item
Setting is complete.
Call Setting Operations
Setting Volume Up Key Function for Incoming
Calls
In Call Settings, Any-key answer Answer / Quick
silent
Setting Whether Turning Over Handset Stops
Ringtone/Vibration for Arriving Call
In Call Settings, Quick silent
・
Tap Quick silent to toggle on ( )/off ( ).
Setting Whether Window Appears after Call for
Adding Unsaved Number
In Call Settings, Adding new contacts to the address
book
・
Tap Adding new contacts to the address book to
toggle on ( )/off ( ).
In Call Settings, Operation when putting down
Hold / Mute / Speakerphone / OFF
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts.
・
When Hold / Mute / Speakerphone is set, function is
available if Grip Magic is enabled.
Setting Screen Background, Etc. Shown during
Calls
In Call Settings, Calling display settings Follow
onscreen prompts
Editing SMS Message to Send to Caller when
Unable to Answer
In Call Settings, Quick responses Tap message to
edit Enter message OK
Setting/Canceling Answer Phone
In Call Settings, Answer phone Answer phone
Mannermode / ON / OFF
Setting Answering Message for Answer Phone
In Call Settings, Answer phone Answering message
setting Normal / Drive / Public
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Setting Answering Time for Answer Phone
In Call Settings, Answer phone Answer time
setting Select time SET
Address Book
Save phone numbers and email addresses as well as birthdays,
nicknames, etc.
Set ringtones for each contact as needed.
Enabling to End Call
In Call Settings, Power key ends call
・
Tap Power key ends call to toggle on ( )/off ( ).
Setting Call Method for Internet Calls when
Connected by Wi-Fi
In Call Settings, Internet call Tap method
Address Book Caution
Contacts may be altered/lost if handset is left uncharged
or due to accidents, malfunctions, repairs, handset
upgrade/replacement, mishandling, etc. Back up important
contacts and other data regularly. SoftBank Corp. is not
liable for any damages resulting from loss/alteration of
contacts.
Adding New Contacts
In app sheet, (Basic) (Address Book)
Address Book opens.
on Action Bar Add new entry
Window for saving new contact opens.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts.
Tap item Complete entry
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YES
Contact is saved.
Operations when Saving Contacts
Saving Photo
In window for saving new contact, Tap top of image frame
(face image, body image) Tap save method Save
operation
Setting Operation for Arriving Voice Call
In window for saving new contact, Ring Set Tap
item Follow onscreen prompts
・Set operation such as type of ringtone, vibration, etc.
Deleting Entered Phone Number, Etc.
In window for saving new contact, for item to delete
Saving Contact from Dialpad Window
Save a number entered in dialpad window directly to
Address Book.
In app sheet, (Basic) (Phone) Dial
Tap dialpad keys to enter number to save on
Action Bar Add to Address Book Follow onscreen
prompts
Syncing with Contacts on Server
Sync handset Address Book with Google contacts on server.
Also sign in to a Google Account before syncing with a
non-Google Account.
In app sheet, (Settings) Accounts Tap
account type Tap account Tap application or data
to sync ( )
Phone
Adding Groups
In Address Book, on Action Bar Add/edit group
Add Tap Group name entry field Enter group
name Save
Setting Groups
In window for saving new contact, Group setting
Tap group ( ) Decision
・If no groups are saved, confirmation for adding group
appears. Tap YES for window for saving new group.
Enter group name and Tap Save .
Showing Other Savable Items
In window for saving new contact, Other
・Save chat, nickname, GPS information, organization, etc.
Saving Type of Phone Number, Etc.
In window for saving new contact, Tap type ( , etc.)
Tap type to save
・If selecting Custom, enter type name.
Saving Several Different Phone Numbers, Etc.
to Contact
In window for saving new contact, for item to add
to Enter number, etc.
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Dialing from Address Book
To end call, End call
In app sheet, (Basic) (Address Book)
Address Book opens.
・
Alternatively, in app sheet, (Basic) (Phone)
AddressBook .
Tap index
Call ends.
・Drag index left/right for hidden indexes.
・Tap selected index again to show subindexes (e.g., D, G, J,
M, P, T, and W for A). Tap subindex for hidden contacts
whose last names' readings start with the subindex.
Tap contact
Contact opens.
at right of number
Handset dials number. Call begins when other party
answers.
Messaging & Internet
Messaging.......................................................................... 72
S! Mail Initial Setup.........................................................72
Sending S! Mail/SMS.........................................................74
Opening & Replying to S! Mail/SMS................................ 75
Using Gmail....................................................................... 77
Using Email........................................................................80
Using the Internet (Chrome)............................................82
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Messaging
S! Mail
Exchange messages with S! Mail-compatible SoftBank handsets
and email compatible devices (other mobiles, PCs, etc.) beyond
SMS character entry limit; attach media files.
SMS
Exchange short messages (up to 160 single-byte characters)
using handset numbers as addresses.
Gmail
Gmail is Google's webmail service. Handset automatically syncs
with Gmail.
Email
S! Mail Initial Setup
Setting Up S! Mail Initially
When activating Mail for the first time, complete setup to
send/receive S! Mail using Wi-Fi and to import SMS sent/
received by (Hangouts).
In app sheet, (Basic) (Mail)
Setup to Wi-Fi connection window opens.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts.
Use email (POP3/IMAP4) on handset.
・Set up an email account beforehand.
・Sending/receiving email on handset syncs handset and
mail server; sent/received messages (in the POP protocol,
received messages only) are also accessible from PCs.
Set Now
Wi-Fi connection setup is complete.
・
To perform setup later, Tap Set Later .
・
Perform the following steps when using (Hangouts) for
sending/receiving messages.
OK
・
To perform later, Tap Later .
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OK Airplane mode ( )
OK
Importing Messages from a Standard Messaging
App via Menu Items
If you Tap Later at initial startup, transfer messages
received from a standard messaging app as follows.
In thread list, Common Settings Mail
Save&Load Export/Import Follow onscreen
prompts
Cautions for Sending/Receiving S! Mail
Using Wi-Fi
International S! Mail Transmission Fees
Transmission fees apply when sending international S! Mail
messages even if Wi-Fi is in use.
Messaging & Internet
S! Mail Reception while Display is Turned Off
(Screen Lock Active)
To receive S! Mail messages using Wi-Fi even when Display
is turned off (Screen lock active), disable Wi-Fi sleep
policy ( Never ) in Wi-Fi settings.
OK Airplane mode ( )
YES
Initial setup is complete.
Initial Setup
Completing Wi-Fi Connection Setup for S! Mail
via Menu Items
If you Tap Set Later at initial startup, complete setup
to send/receive S! Mail using Wi-Fi as follows.
In thread list, Send/Receive Settings Wi-Fi
Connection
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Sending S! Mail/SMS
Sending S! Mail/SMS
In app sheet, (Basic) (Mail)
Select recipient(s) OK
・
Tap Phonebook , Outgoing History , Incoming History ,
or Mail Group to change the recipient list.
・
After setting recipients, Tap to check recipients'
phone numbers/email addresses or set them to Cc/Bcc.
・If recipients are set to Cc/Bcc, the message is sent as S!
Mail.
・
To delete a recipient, Tap and then .
Alternatively, Tap and then Delete recipient .
・Alternatively, enter phone numbers or email addresses in
Recipient field directly.
Phonebook / Outgoing History / Incoming History /
Mail Group
・
Tap Phonebook , Outgoing History , or Incoming
History to select recipients from Address Book, Outgoing
History, or Incoming History.
・
Tap Mail Group to select a mail group and set all the
members on the list as recipients.
Tap Subject field/Text entry field Enter subject/text
・
Tap to attach a file.
・If a subject is entered or a file is attached, the message is
sent as S! Mail.
Send
S! Mail/SMS is sent.
・Failed S! Mail/SMS messages are saved as drafts.
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Sending S! Mail/SMS
S! Mail and SMS Switching
S! Mail and SMS may automatically switch at sending,
depending on whether a subject is entered, text length,
etc.
・When creating a message, check which it will be sent as
at top of Display.
・"S! Mail" appears: message is sent as S! Mail.
・"SMS" appears: message is sent as SMS.
・
In app sheet, (Basic) (Mail)
Common Settings SMS/S! Mail Automatic
Switching ( ) to allow selection between (S!
Mail) and (SMS) when creating a message.
About Drafts
If is Tapped while creating S! Mail or SMS, the
message is saved as a draft.
Drafts are saved to Draft Box in folder list, and are
indicated as in thread list. Open an S! Mail/SMS draft
to edit and send it.
Opening & Replying to S! Mail/SMS
Handset receives S! Mail/SMS messages automatically by
default. Optionally, retrieve messages manually, and also
retrieve all messages saved on the server.
Opening New S! Mail/SMS
When message arrives, new message notification and
Notification Indicator appear.
Tap notification twice
Messaging & Internet
S! Mail/SMS message window opens.
・To open new message from Notification Indicator, Drag
Status Bar down for Notifications Window, then Tap
corresponding notification.
・For two or more new messages, thread list opens.
Spam Mail
Set spam filtering to save messages from senders not in
Address Book to Spam mail. New message notification does
not appear. To check messages saved to Spam mail:
In app sheet, (Basic) (Mail)
Spam mail
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts.
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Opening S! Mail/SMS
In app sheet, (Basic) (Mail)
Thread list opens.
Tap thread
Message Operations
Deleting All Server Mail
In thread list, Handle Server Mail Delete all
mails Delete OK
Checking Available Storage on Mail Server
In thread list, Handle Server Mail Check
storage space
Protecting Messages
In thread details, Touch & Hold a message
・
To cancel protection, Tap again.
Saving Attachments
In S! Mail/SMS message window, Tap for
attachment to save ( ) Save
Thread details open.
・To open message drafts or unsent messages, Tap a thread
indicated by to open thread details including draft/
unsent messages.
Tap message
S! Mail/SMS message window opens.
Widgets
Deleting Threads in Thread List
In thread list, Touch & Hold thread Delete
・To select several threads, Touch & Hold first thread, and
then Tap other threads.
Deleting Messages in Thread Details
In thread details, Touch & Hold a message
Delete
Reporting Spam in Thread Details
In thread details, Touch & Hold a message Yes
・Only one message can be selected.
Reporting Spam in S! Mail/SMS Message Window
In S! Mail/SMS message window, Declare Spam
Yes
Listing Addresses of Sender/Recipients in
Thread Details
Add widget to desktop sheet to check message
information. Widgets appear in simple (top of Display)
and detailed (bottom of Display) views. Check number
of unread messages in simple view. Check date/time and
preview of messages in addition to number of unread
messages in detailed view. Content of latest message
appears if all messages are read.
In thread details, List Address
Listing Addresses of Sender/Recipients in S!
Mail/SMS Message Window
In S! Mail/SMS message window,
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Replying to S! Mail/SMS
In S! Mail/SMS message window, /
Enter text Send
Using Gmail
Use Google's webmail service as well as your work/personal
email.
Setting an Account
Account setup menu does not appear if you are already signed
in to a Google Account.
In app sheet, (Google) (Gmail)
Messaging & Internet
Account setup menu opens.
Message is sent.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts.
Add an email address
Google / Personal (IMAP/POP) OK
・To use your existing account, check username (ID),
password, server name, etc.
Follow onscreen prompts
Account setup is complete.
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Creating/Sending Gmail
In app sheet, (Google) (Gmail)
Saving Current Message as Draft
In message composition window, on Action Bar
Save draft
Discarding Current Message
While creating message, on Action Bar Discard
DISCARD
Message list opens.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts.
Message composition window opens.
Enter recipient, subject and text on Action Bar
Opening New Gmail
When message arrives, notification appears in Welcome sheet
(lock screen).
In Welcome sheet (lock screen), Tap notification twice
Message window opens.
・For two or more new messages, message list opens; Tap one.
・
If screen is unlocked, or appears on Status Bar.
Drag Status Bar down, then Tap notification.
Message is sent.
Message Composition Operations
Adding Cc/Bcc Recipients
In message composition window, in Recipient field
Enter recipient
Attaching Files
In message composition window, on Action Bar
Attach file Select application Select file
Opening Gmail
In app sheet, (Google) (Gmail)
Message list opens.
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Syncing Accounts Manually
In message list, Drag down
・Sync sent and received messages manually at any time
regardless of the automatic sync settings.
Tap message
Message window opens.
Operations when Opening Messages
Replying to Messages
In message window, Create message on
Action Bar
・
To reply to all, Reply all .
・
Alternatively, to reply, Tap Reply or Reply all below
message.
Forwarding Messages
Messaging & Internet
In message window, for message to forward
Forward Create message on Action Bar
・
Alternatively, to forward, Tap Forward below message.
Resetting Messages as Unread
In message window, on Action Bar
・
Alternatively, in message list, Tap icon for message ( )
on Action Bar on Action Bar to reset as
unread.
Deleting Messages
In message window, on Action Bar
・
Alternatively, in message list, Tap icon for message ( )
on Action Bar to delete.
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Using Email
Setting an Account
To use email, enter username (user ID), password, server name,
etc. for account setup.
In app sheet, (Email)
Account setup menu appears (if no account is set up).
Follow onscreen prompts to set up account
Creating/Sending Email
In app sheet, (Email)
Message list opens.
Email setup is complete.
Message composition window opens.
Enter recipient, subject and text on Action Bar
Message is sent.
Message Composition Operations
Adding Cc/Bcc Recipients
In message composition window, in Recipient field
Enter recipient
Attaching Files
In message composition window, on Action Bar
Attach file Select application Select file
Saving Current Message as Draft
In message composition window, on Action Bar
Save draft
Discarding Current Message
While creating message, on Action Bar Discard
DISCARD
Opening New Email
When message arrives, notification appears in Welcome sheet
(lock screen).
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Opening Email
In app sheet, (Email)
In Welcome sheet (lock screen), Tap notification twice
Message window opens.
・For two or more new messages, message list opens; Tap one.
・
If screen is unlocked, appears on Status Bar. Drag
Status Bar down, then Tap notification.
Message list opens.
Tap message
Message window opens.
Operations when Opening Messages
Replying to Messages
In message window, Create message on
Action Bar
・
To reply to all, Reply all .
Messaging & Internet
Forwarding Messages
In message window, for message to forward
Forward Create message on Action Bar
Resetting Messages as Unread
In message window, on Action Bar
・
Alternatively, in message list, Tap icon for message ( )
on Action Bar on Action Bar to reset as
unread.
Deleting Messages
In message window, on Action Bar OK
・
Alternatively, in message list, Tap icon for message ( )
on Action Bar OK to delete.
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Syncing Accounts Manually
In message list, Drag down
・Sync sent and received messages manually at any time
regardless of the automatic sync settings.
Using the Internet (Chrome)
Enter search terms or URLs for easy Internet access.
SSL & TLS
Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) and Transport Layer Security
(TLS) are encryption protocols that secure Internet
transmissions of important/sensitive information such
as credit card numbers and corporate secrets, providing
protection against online threats (eavesdropping,
falsification, impersonation, etc.).
SSL/TLS Caution
When opening a secured page, users must decide as their
responsibility whether or not to open the page with use of
SSL/TLS. SoftBank Corp. and the Certification Authorities
Symantec Website Security G.K. and Cybertrust make no
guarantees whatsoever to users regarding security of SSL/
TLS.
Using Chrome
In app sheet, (Google) (Chrome)
Chrome activates.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts.
Tap Text entry field at top of Display Enter search term
or URL
Search results or webpage opens.
URLs in Messages
Tap URL in a message (e.g., SMS) to activate (Chrome).
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Chrome Operations
Signing in to My SoftBank
Access My SoftBank to check service charges or reward
points, change contract details (subscribed price plan,
optional services, etc.), check handset email address, use
anti-spam settings, etc.
In Chrome, Bookmarks My SoftBank
Follow onscreen prompts
Searching within Current Webpage
In Chrome, Find in page Enter search text
Search results are highlighted.
Saving (Downloading) Images
In Chrome, Touch & Hold image Save image
・
Open saved (downloaded) image from (Downloads),
(Album), etc.
Adding Bookmarks
In app sheet, (Google) (Chrome)
Chrome activates.
Open target webpage
Messaging & Internet
Opening Saved (Downloaded) Image, Etc.
In app sheet, (Tools) (Downloads) Tap
image, etc.
Add bookmark window opens.
Check/edit Name, URL, etc. Save
Current webpage is saved as a bookmark.
Bookmark Operations
Editing Bookmarks
In Chrome, Bookmarks Touch & Hold
bookmark Edit bookmark Edit Save
Deleting Bookmarks
In Chrome, Bookmarks Touch & Hold
bookmark Delete bookmark
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Opening Bookmarks
In app sheet, (Google) (Chrome)
Chrome activates.
Bookmarks
Checking Browsing History
In app sheet, (Google) (Chrome)
Chrome activates.
History
Bookmark window opens.
Tap bookmark
Corresponding webpage opens.
History window opens.
Tap record
Webpage opens.
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Opening New Tabs
Open multiple webpages in different tabs to switch between
them easily.
In app sheet, (Google) (Chrome)
Chrome activates.
New tab
Another tab opens.
Setting Chrome
Make Chrome settings. Settable items are the following.
Item Description
Sign in to
Chrome
Search engine Select a search engine.
Merge tabs
and apps
Autofill forms
Save
passwords
Home page Set a homepage.
Privacy
Accessibility Set text size, etc.
Site settings
Data Saver
About Chrome
Sign in to your Google Account and make
settings for tabs, bookmarks, history, etc.
View account information.
Set whether to show tab browsing history
in application usage history.
Enable or disable automatic form entry, or
edit address and credit card information.
Enable or disable the saving of user
names and passwords by webpages,
confirm/delete webpages that have saved
passwords, etc.
Set whether to show a hint for an access
error, whether usage and error reports are
sent, etc.
Set whether to allow cookies, enable
JavaScript, etc.
Set whether to economize data usage by
compressing webpages before reading
them.
View version information, etc. about
Chrome.
Messaging & Internet
Tab Operations
Opening Recent Tabs
In Chrome, Recent tabs Tap tab
Viewing Webpages without Leaving Browsing
History, Cookies, Etc.
In Chrome, New incognito tab
In app sheet, (Google) (Chrome)
Chrome activates.
Settings Set items
Settings are made.
・For some items, additional settings may appear when
Tapping the item.
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Camera
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Capturing Photos/Videos
Camera Cautions
General Use
Mind etiquette when using Camera.
Test Camera before shooting special moments.
Do not use Camera in places where shooting is prohibited.
Shot images may not be used/transferred without
copyright holder (photographer) permission, except for
personal use.
If Lens Becomes Dirty
Fingerprints/smudges may prevent Camera from focusing
or cause blurred images. Clean Lens with a soft cloth
beforehand.
Aim External Camera at subject
・Drag up/down to adjust brightness.
・Drag left/right or Pinch/Spread to adjust zoom.
・Tap subject for focus lock.
・To cancel focus lock, Tap area outside the focus mark.
・Focus lock is not available if Focus settings is set to
AF OFF .
Avoid Direct Sunlight Exposure
Exposing Lens area to direct sunlight for extended periods
may damage color filter, altering images.
Continuous Recording Time
Recording capacity is 2 GB per file (recording stops when
exceeded). To continue recording, start another session.
Mobile Light Warning
Do not turn on Mobile Light close to eyes, look directly at
Mobile Light when on, or shine Mobile Light in eyes; may
affect eyesight or cause other problems.
Capturing Photos
In app sheet, (Basic) (SH Camera)
/Volume Up Key/Volume Down Key
Shutter sound plays; photo is saved to handset memory.
・If focus is locked, alternatively, Tap the focus mark to
capture photo.
・
To capture photos in succession, Press /Volume Up Key/
Volume Down Key for 1+ seconds.
Photo Capture Caution
External Camera uses color to track subjects; may not
correctly track faintly colored subjects or ones similar to
background color.
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Recording Videos
In app sheet, (Basic) (SH Camera)
Aim External Camera at subject
Video Recording Caution
External Camera uses color to track subjects; may not
correctly track faintly colored subjects or ones similar to
background color.
Camera
・Drag up/down to adjust brightness.
・Drag left/right or Pinch/Spread to adjust zoom.
・
To capture photos while recording video, Tap .
・Tap subject for focus lock.
・To cancel, Tap area outside the focus mark.
・Available when Focus settings is set to Face AF .
・If Focus settings is set to Macro , focus is locked in
the center of Viewfinder.
Tone sounds and recording stops; video is saved to handset
memory.
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Recording Slow-Motion Videos
In app sheet, (Basic) (SH Camera)
Slow Video
Aim External Camera at subject
・Drag up/down to adjust brightness.
・Drag left/right or Pinch/Spread to adjust zoom.
・To change frame rate for slow-motion video recording, Tap
or .
Viewfinder Layout
White Balance
Adjust color balance according to the ambient light
source.
ISO Sensitivity
Set light sensitivity according to ambient light level.
NightCatch
Set whether to capture dark scenes more brightly.
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HDR
Set whether to reduce whited-out scenes in backlit or
other high-contrast conditions.
Internal/External Camera switch
Toggle Internal/External Camera.
Some functions/settings are not available for Internal
Camera.
Mobile Light
Change Mobile Light setting.
Settings
Access various Camera settings.
Shooting mode
Change shooting mode.
Record video
Capture photo
Album/thumbnail
Open Album or last captured photo/video.
1, 2
1
1
1
Tone sounds and recording stops; slow-motion video is
saved to handset memory.
1 May not appear depending on shooting mode.
2 appears if Time Laps is selected in shooting mode
menu. Tap for setting shooting interval. appears if
Slow Video is selected in shooting mode menu. Tap to
change frame rate for slow-motion video recording.
Troubleshooting
Q. Cannot open Camera/Camera exits suddenly
A. Camera does not open if battery level is low. Charge
handset adequately before using Camera.
A. Continuing to use Camera while handset is warm causes
warning to appear, after which Camera saves captured
image data and exits.
A. Camera exits automatically after a period of inactivity.
Q. Images are dark/grainy
A. Is there a strong light near the subject, or a strong
light source in the screen? Avoid letting a strong light
source (the sun, light, etc.) in the screen. Leaving
handset in a warm place for a long time or where
Camera is in direct sunlight for a long time may affect
image quality.
Q. Images captured with Mobile Light appear whitish
A. A finger or cover near the lens can reflect light from
Mobile Light and cause captured images to appear
whitish.
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Viewing & Managing Photos/Videos (Album)..................95
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Music Files (Music)
Play music files. Create playlists of your favorite songs as
needed.
Playing Back High-Resolution Content
Handset supports playback of high-resolution audio*.
(* Sampling frequency: 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4
kHz, 192 kHz; quantization bit rate: 24 bit; file format:
FLAC, WAVE)
・
High-resolution audio can only be played in (Music).
・Playback is possible only when a commercially-available
speaker, earphones or headphones supporting high-
resolution audio are connected.
・When using handset Speaker or Bluetooth® devices, high-
resolution audio is played at standard quality (48 kHz/16
bit).
・The effect of DTS Sound is disabled during high-
resolution audio playback.
Playing Music Files
The following file formats are supported.
・3GPP, MP4, MP3, AMR, WMA (WMDRM not supported), ASF
(WMDRM not supported), Ogg Vorbis, WAVE, MIDI, XMF,
RTTTL/RTX, OTA, iMelody, ADTS raw AAC, FLAC
Tap item Tap song
Song plays.
・
In Songs , Tap song directly.
・Depending on category, after Tapping an item, Tap another
item (e.g., album name).
Music Operations
Changing Playback Volume
While song plays, Volume Up/Down Key
Playing All Songs Randomly
In Music, Tap Artists / Albums / Songs on
Action Bar Shuffle all
・
Alternatively, after Tapping Artists or Albums ,
Tap an item (e.g., album name) on Action Bar
Shuffle all to play all songs randomly.
In app sheet, (Entertainment) (Music)
Music activates.
・Last-opened category appears if Music was previously
activated.
Artists / Albums / Songs
Playing All Songs in Current Location from the
Top
In Music, Tap Artists / Albums / Songs on
Action Bar Play from head
・
After Tapping Artists or Albums , Tap an item (e.g.,
album name).
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Music Player Layout
Song image appears here.
Song title, artist, album
Drag slider to adjust playback position.
Play previous song or current song from beginning.
Return to the previous screen.
Toggle shuffle playback on/off.
Toggle repeat all songs, repeat current song, repeat off.
Open menu.
High-resolution audio is being played.
Play next song.
Pause/play
Viewing & Managing Photos/
Videos (Album)
Photos/videos captured on handset and downloaded images are
sorted into Event and Map categories.
Viewing Photos/Videos
View captured/downloaded photos and videos.
Image File format
Photo JPEG, PNG, GIF, BMP, WebP
3GPP, MP4, WMV (WMDRM not supported),
Video
In app sheet, (Album)
ASF (WMDRM not supported), WebM,
Matroska
Music & Images
File list opens.
・Flick up/down for hidden files.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts.
Tap photo/video
Photo/video opens (file view window).
・
For video playback, Tap , then follow onscreen prompts.
To play slow-motion videos, see "Playing Slow-Motion
Videos."
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About File List
Categories in File List
Setting Whether to Show Images More Clearly
when Display is Bright
Tap on Action Bar to show file categories ( All ,
Folder , Event and Map ). Tap category to access
files sorted into the category. Alternatively, to show file
categories, Drag left edge of Display to the right.
・
When activating Album for the first time, All file list
opens. Album activates in the last-used state thereafter
(file list or folder list opens).
Icons Appearing for Photos in File List
Icon appears for photos, indicating corresponding shooting
mode.
・
appears for photos captured with continuous
shooting. Tap photo, then Tap in file view window,
to open photos as index at Display bottom (continuous
shooting photo index window).
・
appears for photos captured in DeFocus mode. Tap
photo, Tap in file view window, then Drag slider
left/right to adjust intensity of defocusing effect.
・
appears for photos captured in Photo Sphere mode.
Tap photo, then Tap in file view window, to view
photo rotatable 360 degrees from left to right, and top
to bottom.
In file list, folder list, or file view window, on Action
Bar Settings Sharpness
・
Tap Sharpness to toggle on ( )/off ( ).
Selecting a Range of Images from Continuous
Shooting
In continuous shooting photo index window, on Action
Bar Clip range Drag / right and left to
select the desired range of images YES
Photos that have not been selected are deleted.
Selecting Desired Images from Continuous
Shooting
Tap desired images in continuous shooting photo index
window to set as favorites ( )
・
In continuous shooting photo index window, on Action
Bar Tap Display only marked images to show only
photos set as favorites.
Photo/Video Viewing Operations
Using Slideshow
In file list or file view window, on Action Bar
Slideshow
・To stop slideshow, Tap image.
Saving Images
In file list or file view window, on Action Bar
Register image Follow onscreen prompts
Deleting Images
In file view window, on Action Bar YES
・If Action Bar and Navigation Bar are hidden, Tap Display
first.
Zooming In/Out on Photos/Videos
Selecting and Deleting Images from Continuous
Shooting
In continuous shooting photo index window, on Action
Bar Delete selection Tap photos ( )
Delete YES
Selecting and Saving Images from Continuous
Shooting
In continuous shooting photo index window, Tap photo
on Action Bar Register image
・Follow onscreen prompts.
Switching Continuous Shooting Photo Index
Window Views
In continuous shooting photo index window, on Action
Bar Switch to grid view / Switch to preview
Troubleshooting
In file view window, Tap Display twice or Pinch/Spread
Switching Views in File List
In file list, folder list, or file view window, on Action
Bar Settings Thumbnail view Multi-tile
view / Grid view / Grid (large) view
Q. Cannot open photos or videos
A. The database may be disabled. Connect handset to a PC
using Micro USB Cable, and delete the DATABASE folder
in ¥PRIVATE¥SHARP¥PM on handset memory before
opening photos or videos.
Playing Slow-Motion Videos
Play videos recorded in Slow Video mode. or
appears for videos recorded in Slow Video
mode.
In app sheet, (Album)
Editing Slow Motion Playback Ranges
While slow-motion video is paused, Drag on bar at
Display bottom left/right to select start position Drag
/ left/right to specify range
・Ranges set for slow motion playback are indicated in
light blue on the bar.
・Tap thumbnail to add a slow motion playback range.
・
To delete a slow motion playback range, Drag / of
the range left/right and overlap them.
・
To delete all slow motion playback ranges, on Action
Bar Remove slow ranges YES .
・If bar and Action Bar are hidden, Tap Display first.
Exporting Slow-Motion Video
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File list opens.
Tap video with /
While slow-motion video is paused, on Action Bar
Export Export entire video / Export slow ranges
Follow onscreen prompts
Exported video is saved to handset memory.
Saving Current Image as Photo
Music & Images
In slow-motion video playback window, on Action Bar
Current image is saved to handset memory.
・If bar and Action Bar are hidden, Tap Display first.
Viewing Slow-Motion Video Playback
Instructions
In slow-motion video playback window, on Action Bar
Operation guide
Slow-motion video plays (slow-motion video playback
window).
・Only large movements in video are played in slow motion
automatically.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts.
Slow-Motion Video Playback Operations
Changing Slow Motion Playback Speed
In slow-motion video playback window, on Action Bar
Super slow / Middle slow / Slow
・If Action Bar is hidden, Tap Display first.
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