Sharp HRO00236 Users Manual

SHF33

BasicManual

Contents

SafetyPrecautions

BasicOperations

CharacterInput

Phone

AddressBook

Mail

LINE

Internet

Camera

1Seg

Settings

Appendix

Preface

Thank you for buying the “AQUOS K SHF33” (simply called the “SHF33” or the “product” from here on). Before using the product, be sure to read the “Basic Manual” (this manual) and “Setting Guide” available on the au homepage to ensure correct use. After you have finished reading the manuals, be sure to keep them accessible and store the printed manuals (“取扱説明書” (Basic Manual) and “設定ガイド” (Setting Guide)) (Accessories) in safe places so that you can refer to them whenever you need them. If you lose the printed manuals (Accessories), contact an au shop or Customer Service Center.

List of Packaged Items

Before you start using the product, make sure that you have all the following packaged items with the product.

Battery Pack (SHF31UAA)

•取扱説明書 (Basic Manual) (Japanese)

•設定ガイド (Setting Guide) (Japanese)

The following items are not included in the package.

•Desktop holder

•microSD memory card

•AC adapter

•Earphone

•microUSB 3.5mm conversion cable

•microUSB cable

•Purchase a specified charger (sold separately).

◎ Illustrations of cell phones in this manual are only for reference.

They may look different from the actual product.

Operating Instructions

 “” (Basic Manual) and “”

(Setting Guide)

The “Basic Manual” (this manual) and “Setting Guide” available on the au homepage describe basic operations of major functions. Initial settings, charging, and other preparations before using the product for the first time are explained in the “Setting Guide”. For detailed descriptions of various functions, refer to the “Full Instruction Manual” (Japanese) available on the au homepage:

　（http://www.au.kddi.com/support/mobile/guide/manual/）

•Company and product names described in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies. The TM and ® marks are sometimes omitted.

SHF33

Warranty (Japanese)

When Using the Product

Before you start using the product, be sure to read the “Safety Precautions” to ensure correct use. Before you assume that the product is malfunctioning, check for possible remedies in the following au Customer Support site of au homepage:

　（http://www.au.kddi.com/english/support/）

•Communication is not possible even inside the service area in places where the signal does not reach (e.g. tunnels and basements). Also, communication may not be possible in poor reception areas. Communication may be interrupted if you move into a poor reception areas during communications.

•Since this product uses radio waves, the possibility of communication intercepts by third parties cannot be eliminated. (Though the LTE/GSM/UMTS system has highly secure confidential communication features.)

•VoLTE (LTE network) by au is used when connecting with emergency responding organizations within Japan. You cannot connect using 3G (circuit-switched network).

•The product is compatible with the international roaming service. Each network service varies depending on the area and service content. For details, refer to “auのネットワークサービス・海外利用” (au Network Services/International Roaming) described in “Full Instruction Manual” (Japanese) available on the au homepage.

•Since the product is a radio station under the Radio Law, you may be asked to temporarily submit the product for inspection in accordance with the Radio Law.

•The IMEI information of your cell phone is automatically sent to KDDI CORPORATION for maintenance and monitoring operational status of your cell phone.

•The product initiates data transmission regularly to obtain information required for the product to operate including the time. Communication charges are incurred separately.

•If you are using the product overseas, check the relevant laws and regulations of the country/region you visit.

•The Company is not liable for any damages arising from earthquakes, lightning, storms, floods or other natural disasters, as well as fires, actions by third parties, other accidents, intentional or mistaken operation by the customer, or use under other unusual conditions outside the r

•The Company is not liable for any incidental damages (change/ disappearance of saved content, loss of business income, disruption of business, etc.) arising from use of or inability to use the product. It is recommended that you keep a copy of important phone numbers etc.

•The Company is not liable for any damages arising from failure to observe the described content of this manual.

•The Company is not liable for any damages arising, for example, from malfunction caused by combination with connected devices or software not related to the Company.

•Captured image data or downloaded data may sometimes be altered or lost due to faults, repair or other handling of the product. The Company is not liable for any damage or lost income resulting from recovery of these data.

•It is recommended you keep a copy of important data on your PC's hard disk, etc. Whatever the cause of the defect or malfunction may be, the Company assumes no responsibility for alteration or loss of saved data.

•Contents saved in the product, such as contacts, mails and bookmarks might be altered or lost by an accident, fault, repair or mishandling. Be sure to keep a copy of important contents. Note that the Company assumes no responsibility for any damages or lost profits resulting from altered or lost contents.

•Note that content data (both charged or free content) saved on the product cannot be returned to the customer when the product is replaced for repair of a fault, for example.

esponsibility of the Company.

•The product uses liquid crystal for its main display. Wearing polarizing sunglasses may result in the display appearing dark or distorted due to the characteristics of the sunglasses and the angle viewed at.

•The product uses liquid crystal for its main display. The main display response speed may become slow when the ambient temperature is low, which is due to the characteristics of liquid crystal and is not a malfunction. The main display response speed will return to normal at room temperature.

•Although the main display used on the product is made using high-precision technology, some pixels (dots) might be lit or out at all times. This is not a malfunction.

•Allowing the same image to be displayed on the sub-display for a long period may leave a ghost image, however, this is not a malfunction.

•You are recommended to store copies of individual data such as still pictures/videos you took and music in your PC by sending each file as mail attachment, etc. Note, however, that you may not be able to make copies of some copyrighted data even by the abovementioned means.

•Do not discard together with regular trash. Please cooperate in the collection of the product (and optional accessories) when it is no longer needed to protect the environment and effectively use resources. Old products are collected at au shops and other places.

* “The Company” as appears in this manual refers to the following companies:

Sold by: KDDI CORPORATION, OKINAWA CELLULAR TELEPHONE COMPANY Manufactured by: SHARP CORPORATION

◎ Reproduction of the content of this manual in part or in whole is

prohibited.

◎ The content of this manual is subject to change without notice. ◎ Every effort has been made in the preparation of this manual.

Should you notice any unclear points, omissions, etc., feel free to contact us.

Cell Phone Etiquette

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Use of cell phones is not allowed in the following places!

•Do not listen to music, watch videos or TV (1Seg) while driving a car or motorbike, or riding a bicycle. Use of cell phones while driving a car or motorbike is prohibited by law. (Use of cell phones while riding a bicycle may also be punishable by law.) In addition, stay alert to the traffic around you even when walking. Surrounding sounds might not be heard clearly, and gazing at the screen may distract your attention causing a traffic accident. Be especially careful at railroad crossings, station platforms and pedestrian crossings.

•Since using the product on airplanes is restricted, follow the instructions given by the respective airlines.

 Be considerate of people around you

•Do not make calls in theaters, museums, libraries, and other similar places. Turn power off or turn on manner mode so as not to disturb others around you with your ringtones.

•Do not use the cell phone outside in town where you might hinder other pedestrians.

•Viewing a cell phone screen while walking is a serious hazard. Do not suddenly stop to talk on/operate the cell phone or do so while walking.

•Move to areas where you will not inconvenience others on bullet trains, in hotel lobbies, etc.

•Refrain from talking in a loud voice.

•Be careful of sound leakage from earphones in trains or other places with many people around you.

•Obtain the permission of other people before you take their photos with the cell phone’s camera.

•Mind general etiquette when using the camera.

•Some people close to you in crowded places such as packed trains may be using a cardiac pacemaker. Turn on “Airplane mode” or turn the cell phone off in such places.

•Abide by the rules of hospitals and other medical institutions where it is forbidden to use or carry cell phones.

Illustrations and Descriptions in This Manual

 Note on Key Illustrations

In this manual, the key illustrations are simplified as shown below.

Pressing e or c ................w

Pressing s or f ................x

Pressing e, c, s, or f ...d

jl m,. 123 456 789

-0^ b n

z q v

 Description of Operations for Selecting Item/Icon/

Key etc.

In this manual, descriptions enclosed in [ ] abbreviate the steps for selecting an item/icon/onscreen button/etc. in the w or d menu and then pressing k (OK/Check/Set/Commit/Done).

Example: To edit address book contacts

When the standby screen is displayed, press u 

Select contact to edit  u (Submenu)  [Edit].

Indicates to select “Edit” with w and commit with k.

◎ For details on key operation, refer to “Learn Basic Key

Operations” (▶P. 47).

 Notes on Screenshots

Screenshots and operation instructions in this manual are based on the product with an au Nano IC Card 04 inserted. The screenshots are simplified and may look different from the actual screens. Also, part of the screen may be omitted.

In this manual, part of the screen such as icons are omitted.

◎ Display descriptions in this manual are for the product with the

body color “royal green”.

◎ Content at the bottom of the screen that can be operated by

pressing k, u, o, j, or l are indicated in parentheses, such as u (Submenu).

* However,

◎ Menu items, layers and icons described in this manual may be

different according to functions being used and conditions.

◎ In this manual, “microSD™ memory card (commercially

available)” and “microSDHC™ memory card (commercially available)” are abbreviated as “microSD memory card” or “microSD”.

◎ All of the indicated amounts exclude tax unless otherwise

specified.

(OK),

(Check),

are abbreviated as k only.

(Set),

(Commit), and

(Done)

Actual screen

In this manual

Preface ........................................................................................ ii

List of Packaged Items .............................................................. ii

Operating Instructions .............................................................. ii

When Using the Product ........................................................... 1

Cell Phone Etiquette .................................................................. 2

Illustrations and Descr

Contents ..................................................................................... 5

Safety Precautions ..................................................... 7

Safety Precautions (Observe Strictly) ........................................... 7

Handling Precautions ................................................................... 18

Available Secur

Security Codes ...............................................................................23

PIN ..................................................................................................23

Notes on Waterproof/Dustproof/Shockproof Properties ......

Notes on Using Bluet

Precautions about Bluetooth Precautions about Wireless LAN (Wi-Fi

Frequency Band .............................................................................29

Voluntary Control of Radio Wave Interference .......................

Notes on P

Notes on Applications .................................................................. 31

Basic Operations ..................................................... 32

Names and Functions of Parts ....................................................32

Using Touch Cruiser EX ...............................................................34

Operation with Touch Cruiser EX

Using the Magnifier ....................................................................... 36

iptions in This Manual......................... 3

ity Codes .............................................................23

ooth

/Wireless LAN (Wi-Fi®) Functions ..29

........................................................29

) .......................................29

acket Communication Charge ................................... 31

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.....24

....31

Switching the Display Language to English ...............................36

Using the Standby Screen ...........................................................37

Using Favorites ...............................................................................37

Using Indicator Icons/Shortcuts in the Standby Screen .................38

Using Information ...................................................

Using the Status Bar

Icons ...............................................................................................38

Using the Notification/Status Panel.................................................39

Using the Sub-display ..................................................................40

Usi

ng the Normal Menu

About Applications .........................................................................46

Using the Simple Menu ................................................................46

Learn Common Operations .......................................................... 47

Learn Basic Key Operations ......................

Using Checkboxes .........................................................................

.....................................................................38

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Character Input ........................................................ 49

Learn How to Enter Characters ....................................................49

Phone ........................................................................ 52

Making Calls ..................................................................................52

Entering a Phone Number and Making a Call ................................52

Using Call Histories and Making a Call ..........................................53

Using Speed Dial and Making a Call .............................................. 55

Using Kantan Hasshin (Speech Recognition) and Making a Call .. 55 Making a Call with Voice par Calling Overseas from au Phones (au Inter

Receiving Calls .............................................................................58

Answering a Call .............................................................................58

Rejecting an Incoming Call.......................................................

Rejecting a Call and Sending a Message (SMS) ...........................

Checking Your Phone Number .....................................................59

ty .......................................................56

national Call Service) ..57

......58

Contents

Checking Your Profile......................................................................59

Editing Your Profile ..........................................................................59

Address Book ........................................................... 60

Contents

Registering to the Address Book .................................................60

Using the Contacts List ................................................................60

Displaying the Contacts List ...........................................................

Using Information Registered for Contacts ................................61

Mail ............................................................................ 62

Checking E-Mail ............................................................................62

Sending E-mail ..............................................................................65

Receiving E-mail

Inquiring for and Receiving New Mail ......................................... 67

Sending SMS .................................................................................67

Receiving SMS ..........................................

...........................................................................66

....................................68

LINE ........................................................................... 69

Using LINE .....................................................................................69

Internet ...................................................................... 70

Accessing the Internet..................................................................70

Using Packet Communication .....................................................70

Using the Bro

Using the Browser Menu ................................................................71

Increasing/Decreasing the Size of the Browser Screen/Text ..........71

Operating the Browser with Touch Cruiser EX ................................72

wser ........................................................................71

Camera ...................................................................... 73

Before Using the Camera ............................................................. 73

Capturing Still Pictures/Video ...................................................... 74

1Seg ...........................................................................76

1Seg ...............................................................................................76

Making Initial TV Settings .............................................................77

Viewing TV Programs ...................

Viewing a TV Program

.................................................77

....................................................................77

Settings ..................................................................... 79

Displaying the Settings Menu ......................................................79

Wireless LAN (Wi-Fi Using the Wireless LAN (Wi-Fi

Turning the Wireless LAN (Wi-Fi Connecting to a Wi-Fi

Disconnecting from an Access Point .............................................. 80

) Function ...................................................79

) Function ..................................79

) Function On .............................79

Network ..................................................... 79

Appendix .................................................................. 81

Introduction of Peripheral Devices ..............................................81

Using an Earphone Microphone with Switch/Earphone

Microphone/Earphone .................................................................. 82

Troubleshooting ............................................................................ 83

Updating Software ........................................................................84

motely Locking the Product with Anshin Lock Service ........85

Using Keitai Sa

After-Sales Service .......................................................................86

SIM-Unlocking the Product .......................................................... 89

Main Specifications ......................................................................

Specific

CE Declaration of Conformity ......................................................92

FCC Notice.....................................................................................93

Export Administration Regulations ............................................. 94

Intellectual Property Rights .................................

gasete Anshin (Keitai Search) Service .............86

Absorption Rate (SAR) of Cell Phones .........................91

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Safety Precautions (Observe Strictly)

Prohibited

Before using the product, thoroughly read these safety

precautions for proper use. After reading, store the precautions in a safe place.

These precautions contain information intended to

prevent injury to the user and to surrounding people, as well as damage to property, and must be observed at all times.

The following symbols indicate the different degrees

injury or dama not observed and the product is used improperly.

*1 Serious injury: This refers to loss of sight, injury, burns (high- and

*2 Minor injury: This refers to injuries, burns (high- and low-temperature),

*3 Physical damage: This refers to extended damage to buildings, furniture,

ge that may occur if information provided is

This symbol indicates that “death or serious

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

injury*1 may directly and immediately result from improper use”.

This symbol indicates that “death or serious injury*1 may result from improper use”.

This symbol indicates that “minorinjury*2 and/or physical damage*3 may result from improper use”.

low-temperature), electric shock, broken bones, injuries with residual aftereffects from poisoning, etc., and injuries requiring hospital admission for treatment or long-term hospital attendance as an outpatient.

electric shock, etc. that do not require hospital admission for treatment or long-term hospital attendance as an outpatient.

livestock, pets, etc.

 Explanation of Graphic Symbols Used in This

Manual

Prohibited

Disassembly

prohibited

Wetting with water prohibited

Indicates an action that is not allowed.

Indicates that disassembly is not allowed.

Indicates that use in a place where the product is likely to get wet or allowing the product to get wet is not allowed.

Wet hands prohibited

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Disconnect

plug from

power outlet

Indicates that handling with wet hands is not allowed.

Indicates that instructions specified are compulsory (must be followed).

Indicates that the power plug must be disconnected from the power outlet.

 Precautions Common to the Main Unit, battery

pack, back cover, Charger, au Nano IC Card 04, Peripheral Devices

DANGER

Do not use, store or leave the equipment in locations subject to high temperatures or accumulation of heat (near a fire or heating unit, in a kotatsu or bedding, under direct sunlight, inside a vehicle on a hot day, etc.).

May cause fires, burns, injury, electric shock, etc.

Safety Precautions

Prohibited

Do not place the equipment inside cooking appliances such as microwave ovens and induction cookers or high pressure vessels such as pressure cookers, or near them.

May cause fires, burns, injury, electric shock, etc.

Do not sprinkle sand, soil or dirt on the equipment or put the equipment directly on it. Also, do not touch the equipment when sand etc. is adhering to your hand.

May cause fires, burns, injury, electric shock, etc. Refer to the following for details on waterproofness/ dustproofness. ▶P. 24 “Notes on Waterproof/Dustproof/Shockproof Properties”

Do not charge the equipment while it is wet with liquids such as water (drinking water, sweat, seawater, pet urine,etc.).

May cause fires, burns, injury, electric shock, etc. Refer to the following for details on waterproofness. ▶P. 24 “Notes on Waterproof/Dustproof/Shockproof Properties”

Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the equipment.

Disassembly

May cause fires, burns, injury, electric shock, etc.

prohibited

Do not get the equipment wet with liquids such as water (drinking water, sweat, seawater, pet urine, etc.).

May cause fires, burns, injury, electric shock, etc.

Wetting

Refer to the following for details on waterproofness.

with water

prohibited

▶P. 24 “Notes on Waterproof/Dustproof/Shockproof Properties”

Do not allow liquids such as water (drinking water, sweat, seawater, pet urine, etc.) to get inside the charging jack or external connection jack.

Wetting

May cause fires, burns, injury, electric shock, etc.

with water

prohibited

Refer to the following for details on waterproofness. ▶P. 24 “Notes on Waterproof/Dustproof/Shockproof Properties”

Use only optional parts specified by au.

May cause fires, burns, injury, electric shock, etc.

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WARNING

Do not subject the equipment to strong force, impacts or vibration such as letting it fall, stepping on it or throwing it.

May cause fires, burns, injury, electric shock, etc.

Do not allow conductive materials (such as metal objects and pencil lead) to come into contact with the charging jack or external connection jack or dust to get inside it.

May cause fires, burns, injury, electric shock, etc.

Do not cover or wrap the equipment with bedding etc. when using or charging.

May cause fires, burns, etc.

If charging is not completed after the specified charging time, stop charging.

May cause fires, burns, injury, etc. because of

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overcharging.

Be sure to turn off the product and not to charge the

Prohibited

battery in locations where flammable gas may be generated such as gas stations and where dust is

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generated.

May cause explosions, fires etc. if using the equipment in location where flammable gas etc. is generated. To use Osaifu-Keitai® in locations such as gas stations, be sure to turn off the power in advance. (If Osaifu-Keitai lock is set, disable the lock before turning off the power.)

If any trouble such as an unusual odor, unusual noise, smoking, overheating, discoloration or deformation is found during use, charge or storage, follow the

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instructions below.

•Unplug the power plug from the outlet.

•Turn off the product.

•Remove the battery pack from the product. May cause fires, burns, injury, electric shock, etc. if you do not follow the instructions above.

CAUTION

Do not use a damaged equipment.

May cause fires, burns, injury, etc.

Do not leave the equipment on unstable surfaces, such as on a wobbly table or sloped surface. Be very careful while the vibrator is set.

May fall and cause injury etc.

Do not use or store the equipment in locations that are subject to humidity, dust or high temperatures.

May cause fires, burns, electric shock, etc. Refer to the following for details on waterproofness/ dustproofness. ▶P. 24 “Notes on Waterproof/Dustproof/Shockproof Properties”

If being used by a child, have a guardian teach him/her the proper handling procedures and do not have him/ her use it improperly.

May cause injury etc.

Do not place the equipment where the young children can reach it.

A young child may swallow the equipment, or suffer injury, electric shock, etc.

Be careful when using the product continuously for a long time or charging because it may become warm. Also, be careful not to touch it unintentionally for a

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long time when you fall asleep etc.

The product, battery pack, or specified charger (sold separately) may become warm when using an application, a call, data communication, watching TV or video, etc. for a long time or charging. Directly touching a warmed part for a long time may cause redness, itching, rashes, low-temperatur burns, etc. on your skin depending on your constitution or health condition.

Safety Precautions

Prohibited

 Main Unit

DANGER

Do not throw the product into a fire or heat it.

May cause fires, burns, injury, etc. because of catching fire, exploding, overheating or leaking of the battery.

Do not apply excessive force on the product such as puncturing it with a nail (sharp object), hitting it with a hammer (hard object) or stepping on it.

May cause fires, burns, injury, etc. because of catching fire, exploding, overheating or leaking of the battery.

If the substance etc. inside the display comes into contact with your eyes or mouth, do not rub the contacted area but immediately rinse the contacted

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area with clean water. Then seek prompt medical treatment.

May result in loss of eyesight, sick, etc. because of the substance etc. inside the display.

WARNING

Do not send by infrared with the infrared port pointed at ones eyes.

May adversely affect one’s eyes.

When using infrared communication, do not operate with the infrared port pointed at the infrared device of a household appliance.

May cause misoperation, accident, etc.

Do not point the illuminated light directly at someone's eyes. Especially when you use it for young children, keep sufficient distance from them.

Do not use Mobile light near people's faces. Eyesight may be temporarily affected leading to accidents etc.

Do not illuminate or emit the mobile light at anyone driving a car or other vehicles.

May prevent a driver from driving safely and cause a traffic accident etc.

Do not watch the screen which is flashing repeatedly for a long time.

May cause spasm or loss of consciousness.

Do not allow water or other liquids (drinking water, sweat, seawater, pet urine, etc.), metal, flammable material or other foreign object to enter the au Nano IC Card 04 tray slot or microSD memory card slot on the product. Also, do not mistake the place and direction of the au Nano IC Card 04 tray slot or microSD memory card slot.

May cause fires, burns, injury, electric shock, etc.

Do not expose the camera lens to direct sunlight etc. for an extended period.

May cause fires, burns, injury etc. because of the light-collecting mechanism of the lens.

Turn off the product or set it to Airplane mode before going aboard an airplane.

Since using the product on airplanes is restricted, follow

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the instructions given by the respective airlines. Failure to do so might affect an airplane's electronic instrumentation. If you commit a prohibited act while using the product on an airplane, you may be punished by law.

Follow the instructions given by the respective medical institution regarding the use of the product in a hospital.

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Turn off the product in areas where the use of cell phones is prohibited.

Failure to do so might cause interference with the operation of electronic devices and electronic medical devices.

Keep the product away from the ears during a call in which hands-free is set, while the ringtone is ringing, during stand-by, etc.

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When you attach the earphone/microphone etc. to the product to play games, video/music, etc., do not make the volume too loud.

Excessively high volume or using the product continuously for a long time may damage your hearing etc. Also, it may prevent you from hearing ambient sounds and cause an accident.

If you have a weak heart, take extra precautions when setting functions such as the vibrator and ringtone volume for incoming calls.

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May have harmful effects on your heart.

If you are using electronic medical equipment etc., contact the respective manufacturer or dealer to check whether the operation of the equipment is affected by

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signals.

May interfere with the operation of electronic medical equipment etc.

Turn off the product near high-precision electronic devices or devices that use weak electronic signals.

May interfere with the operation of electronic devices.

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Take particular care with the following devices

Hearing aids, implanted cardiac pacemakers, implanted cardioverter-defibrillators, other electronic medical equipment, other equipment controlled by electronic signals, etc. If you use an implanted cardiac pacemaker, mplanted cardioverter-defibrillator or other electronic medical equipment, contact the respective manufacturer or dealer to check whether the operation of the equipment is affected by signals.

If the display part or camera lens is damaged, be careful of broken glass and the exposed inside of the product.

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May cause burns, injury, electric shock, etc. if you touch the broken or exposed parts.

Safety Precautions

Prohibited

CAUTION

Do not swing the product around by holding the strap etc.

May hit you or others around you, resulting in an accident such as injury.

For using a motion sensor and geomagnetic sensor, check the safety around, hold the product and do not swing it more than necessary.

May cause an accident such as injury.

If the display is broken and the internal substance etc. then leaks, do not get it on your skin (face, hands, etc.), clothes, etc.

May result in loss of eyesight or harm to your skin etc. If the internal substance etc. comes into contact with your eyes, mouth, skin or clothes, immediately rinse the contacted area with clean water. Also, if it comes into contact with your eyes or mouth, seek medical treatment immediately after rinsing the contacted area.

Do not use more force than necessary when removing the back cover.

May damage the back cover, cause injury, etc.

Be careful not to pinch your fingers when attaching the back cover.

May cause injury, etc.

Do not use with the back cover not attached.

May cause burns, injury, electric shock, etc.

Do not dispose of the product in ordinary garbage.

May cause fires, burns, injury, etc. because of catching fire. Also, may damage to the environment. Take the unnecessary product to a sales outlet such as an au shop or follow the instructions by a local institution that handles used products.

If you use the product in a vehicle, contact the vehicle manufacturer or dealer to check whether the operation of the vehicle is affected by signals.

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May interfere with the operation of electronic equipment in some vehicle models. In this case, stop using the product.

If any trouble on your skin is occurs due to using the product, immediately stop using it and seek medical treatment. Use of the product may cause itching,

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rashes, eczema, etc. depending on your constitution or health condition.

For details on materials of each part, refer to “Material List” (▶P. 17).

Be careful not to pinch yourself (finger, etc.) when opening/closing the product.

May cause injury, etc.

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Make sure that there is no metal (a blade of cutter, staple, etc.) on the product because the earpiece (receiver), and speaker section contain parts that

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generate magnetic waves.

May cause injury etc. because of the adhered object.

Look at the display in a well-lit place, keeping a certain distance.

Eyesight may be weakened etc. if you look at it in a dark

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place or closely.

 Battery Pack

Prohibited

DANGER

Do not allow anything metal (necklace, hairpin, etc.), conductive, etc. to contact the connection terminal. Do not carry or store together with such objects.

May cause the battery pack to ignite, rupture, overheat, or leak, resulting in fire, burns, injury, etc.

If you cannot install the battery pack in the product, do not force it in.

May cause the battery pack to ignite, rupture, overheat, or leak, resulting in fire, burns, injury, etc.

Do not dispose of the battery pack in fire or heat the battery pack.

May cause the battery pack to ignite, rupture, overheat, or leak, resulting in fire, burns, injury, etc.

Do not pierce with nail (sharp object), hammer (hard object), step on, or otherwise subject to excessive force.

May cause the battery pack to ignite, rupture, overheat, or leak, resulting in fire, burns, injury, etc.

Confirm the orientation of the battery pack before installing in the product.

Installing in an incorrect orientation may cause the battery

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pack to ignite, rupture, overheat, or leak, resulting in fire, burns, injury, etc.

WARNING

If matter from the battery pack gets in your eyes, immediately rinse with clean water and without rubbing, and immediately seek medical attention.

Matter from the battery pack may cause blindness, affect health, etc.

Do not use if there is anything abnormal such as odor, overheating, discoloration, or deformation.

May cause the battery pack to ignite, rupture, overheat, or leak, resulting in fire, burns, injury, etc.

If the battery pack leaks or emits odor, immediately discontinue use and keep away from flames.

Leaked fluid may catch fire, causing the battery pack to

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ignite, rupture, etc.

Do not allow pets or animals to chew on the battery pack.

May cause the battery pack to ignite, rupture, overheat, or

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leak, resulting in fire, burns, injury, etc.

Safety Precautions

Prohibited

CAUTION

If the battery pack leaks fluid, do not allow it to get on skin (hands, face, etc.) or on clothing.

May cause blindness or harm skin. If matter from the battery pack gets in your eyes or mouth, or gets on your skin or clothing, immediately rinse with clean water. If getting in your eyes or mouth, rinse and immediately seek medical attention.

Do not dispose of with ordinary waste.

May cause ignition, resulting in fire, burns, injury, etc. May also affect the environment. Tape the ter minals of used battery packs to insulate them and bring to an au shop or other location accepting used battery packs, or cooperate with local collection regulations.

Do not use or charge a wet battery pack.

May cause battery pack to ignite, rupture, overheat, or leak, resulting in fire, burns, injury, etc.

 Charger

WARNING

Do not use if the cord of the specified charger (sold separately) is damaged.

May cause fires, burns, electric shock, etc.

Never use the specified charger (sold separately) or desktop holder (sold separately) in humid locations such as a bathroom.

May cause fires, burns, electric shock, etc.

Do not touch the specified charger (sold separately) if you hear thunder.

May cause electric shock etc.

Do not short-circuit the charging jack when connected to an outlet. Also, do not allow any part of your body (hands, fingers, etc.) to come into contact with the charging jack.

May cause fires, burns, electric shock, etc.

Do not place heavy objects on the cord of the specified charger (sold separately) or apply excessive force on it such as pulling it.

May cause fires, burns, electric shock, etc.

When plugging/unplugging the specified charger (sold separately) into/from the outlet, do not allow metallic straps or other metallic objects to come into contact with the prongs of the plug.

May cause fires, burns, electric shock, etc.

Prohibited

Do not connect the voltage converter for overseas

Prohibited

travel (travel converter) to the specified charger (sold separately).

May catch fire, or cause overheat, electric shock, etc.

Do not apply excessive force on the connection part with the specified charger (sold separately) connected to the product.

May cause fires, burns, injury, electric shock, etc.

Do not use the desktop holder (sold separately) in a vehicle.

May cause an accident by falling and hindering driving. The desktop holder assumes use indoors on a stable surface.

Do not handle the cord, charging jack or power plug of the specified charger (sold separately) or desktop holder (sold separately) with wet hands.

Wet hands

prohibited

May cause fires, burns, electric shock, etc.

Always use the specified power supply and voltage. When using overseas, use the specified charger (sold separately) that is available overseas.

Instruction

Using the incorrect power supply and voltage may cause fires, burns, electric shock, etc. AC adapter: 100V AC (Connect only with a household AC outlet) AC adapter available overseas: 100 to 240V AC (Connect only with a household AC outlet)

Wipe off any dust on the power plug.

May cause fires, burns, electric shock, etc. if you use the power plug with dust adhering.

Instruction

Fully plug the specified charger (sold separately) into the outlet.

May cause fires, burns, electric shock, etc. if you do not

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insert it securely.

Always grasp the body of the specified charger (sold separately) when unplugging the power plug from the outlet. Do not apply excessive force on it such as pulling

Instruction

the cord of the specified charger (sold separately).

May cause fires, burns, electric shock, etc. since the cord of the adapter is damaged by pulling it.

When plugging/unplugging a specified charger (sold separately) into/from the product, plug/unplug it straightly toward the jack to connect, not applying

Instruction

excessive force on it such as pulling the cord.

May cause fires, burns, injury, electric shock, etc. if you do not plug/unplug it correctly.

If the charging jack is deformed such as bending it, immediately stop using. Also, do not use the deformed one by returning it to the original shape.

Instruction

May cause fires, burns, injury, electric shock, etc. because of short circuit of it.

Unplug the power plug of the specified charger (sold separately) from the outlet when not using.

Disconnect

May cause fires, burns, injury, electric shock, etc. if you

plug from

leave the power plug with it plugged into the outlet.

power outlet

If water or other liquids (drinking water, sweat, seawater, pet urine, etc.) enter the equipment,

Disconnect

immediately remove the power plug from the outlet.

plug from

May cause fires, burns, electric shock, etc.

power outlet

Safety Precautions

Prohibited

Always unplug the power plug from the outlet before cleaning the equipment.

Disconnect

May cause fires, burns, electric shock, etc. if you do not

plug from

unplug it.

power outlet

CAUTION

Do not touch the specified charger (sold separately) for a long time when connected to an outlet.

May cause burns etc.

 au Nano IC Card 04

CAUTION

Be careful with the cutting surface not to injure any part of your body such as fingers when handling the au Nano IC Card 04.

Instruction

May cause injury etc.

Be careful when attaching/removing the au Nano IC Card 04.

May injure your hand or finger.

Instruction

 Use near Medical Instruments and Inside Medical

Facilities

WARNING

If you have electronic medical equipment such as an implanted cardiac pacemaker or an implanted cardioverter-defibrillator, always carry or use your

Instruction

product at least 15 cm away from your implant.

Electromagnetic signals may have harmful effects on the operation of the electronic medical equipment.

Patients receiving medical treatment away from a medical facility (e.g. home treatment) who are using electronic medical equipment other than implanted

Instruction

cardiac pacemakers or implanted cardioverterdefibrillators should consult the respective manufacturers etc. for information regarding the effects of signals on the equipment.

Electromagnetic signals may have harmful effects on the operation of the electronic medical equipment.

If there is any chance that the distance between the product and a person closest to you may get shorter than 15 cm such as when you cannot freely move

Instruction

around, set the product not to emit radio wave in advance (by setting Airplane mode, turning the power off, etc.).

Somebody nearby may be equipped with electronic medical equipment such as an implanted cardiac pacemaker or an implanted cardioverter-defibrillator. Electromagnetic signals may have harmful effects on the operation of the electronic medical equipment.

Follow the instructions given by the respective medical facilities regarding the use of the product on their premises.

Instruction

May have harmful effects on the operation of the electronic medical equipment.

 Material List

Main unit (SHF33)

Part Material/Surface treatment

Outer case Outer case (operation key sheet)

Main display Acrylic r

Sub-display Acrylic resin/Imprinting, Hard coating

Hinge stopper POM resin

Hinge cover PC resin+ABS resin/Coating, Hard

Hinge panel Acrylic resin/Imprinting, Hard coating

Camera lens Acrylic resin/Hard coating

Camera lens fringe Aluminum/Anodizing

Mobile light lens PC resin

PET resin, UV hardened resin

Outer case (lower key circumference)

PA resin/Coating, Hard coating

Outer case (lower back)

PC+ABS resin/Coating, Hard coating

Outer case (main display frame)

PA resin/Coating, Hard coating

Outer case (main display back)

Acrylic resin/Hard coating

Outer case (main display side/hinge side/tip)

PA resin/Coating, Hard coating

esin/Hard coating

coating

Part Material/Surface treatment

Infrared port cover Acrylic resin

Center key UV hardened resin

Cursor key UV hardened resin

Key cosmetic (Cursor key, Address book key, etc.)

Address book key Camera key Mail key Browser/Apps key

Call key Clear key Power/End call key Number keys

Recent Apps key Tethering key

Volume UP/DOWN key PC resin/Coating, Hard co

Shutter/Manner key PC r

Charger terminal SUS/Gold plating

Back cover PC resin+Silicon rubber/Coating, Hard

Contacts Copper alloy/Gold plating

Cushion pads Silicon

au Nano IC Card 04 tray POM resin

Magnetic sheet Ferrite (mainly iron oxide)/PET film

External connection jack (resin portion)

External connection jack (metal portion)

Screw SUS

UV hardened resin

esin/Coating, Hard coating

coating

(polyethylene terephthalate)

PA resin

SUS+Coppe plating

r alloy/Tin plating, Gold

ating

Safety Precautions

Part Material/Surface treatment

Rubber seal Silicon rubber

Back cover cushion Urethane foam

Battery Pack

Safety Precautions

Part Material/Surface treatment

Outer PC resin+PET

Connection jack Copper alloy/Gold plating

Handling Precautions

These precautions are provided to prevent product faults and to ensure that performance can be fully demonstrated. Thoroughly read these precautions to ensure correct use.

Precautions common to the main unit, battery pack, back

cover, charger, au Nano IC Card 04, peripheral devices

● Do not apply excessive force to the product during use. Be sure

not to put the product into a tightly packed bag or place a heavy object on the product in a bag. Sitting on the product in your pocket might damage the display or internal circuit board resulting in a malfunction. Keeping an external device connected to the external connection jack might damage the connector resulting in a malfunction. Such damage and malfunction are not covered by the warranty, even if there is no external damage.

● To ensure waterproof/dustproof property (equivalent to IPX5, IPX7

and IP5X) of the product, use the product with a specified back cover tightly closed. Note that the waterproof property is not guaranteed in every usage condition. Do not allow foreign matter (liquid, dust, etc.) to get inside the product or on the battery pack, charger, or optional accessories. Do not open/close the back cover in the rain or with any water on the surface of the product. Doing so might cause water intrusion resulting in internal corrosion. Malfunctions determined to be caused by such water intrusion are not covered by the warranty.

● Do not use the product in extremely hot, cold or humid places. (Use

within an ambient temperature range of 5°C to 35°C and humidity range of 35% to 85%.)

•Charger

•Peripheral devices

● Do not use the product in extremely hot, cold or humid places. (Use

within an ambient temperature range of 5°C to 35°C and humidity range of 35% to 85%.)

•SHF33

•Battery pack (installed in SHF33)

•au Nano IC Card 04 (inserted into the SHF33)

● Do not use in places subject to lots of dust or vibration. Doing so

might cause a fault.

● Clean the connection terminals with a dry cotton swab, etc.

periodically. Soiled terminals may cause a poor connection. Do not push forcefully and bend terminals while cleaning.

● Clean the product with a soft dry cloth (such as the type used for

eyeglasses). Forceful rubbing with a dry cloth may scratch the display. The display may be stained if splash or smear is left attached to the surface. Wiping the product using alcohol, thinner, benzene, detergent, glass cleaner, etc. might erase the printing on the outer casing or cause a fault.

● Use as far away as possible from fixed-line phones, TVs and

radios. Use nearby might affect them.

● The product may become warm while charging or during other

operations, depending on the situation, but this is not abnormal.

● Turn off the power of the product before removing the battery pack.

If you remove the battery pack with the power on, saved data might be altered or lost.

● Do not place near corrosive chemicals or in places where corrosive

gas is generated. Doing so might cause a fault.

● Do not use outside when you can hear thunder. Doing so might risk

lightning strikes and electric shock.

● Be sure to use only the specified peripheral devices. Use of other

peripheral devices might cause a fault.

● Do not put the product in a cooking apparatus such as microwave

oven or a pressure vessel. Doing so might cause a fault.

● The customer is not allowed to disassemble, modify or repair the

product. Doing so might cause a fault. Also, modification of the product is in violation of the Radio Law and/or the Telecommunications Business Law.

● To prevent short-circuiting of the charger terminal and external

connection jack, do not allow your fingers or any other part of your body or conductive materials (metal, pencil lead, etc.) to come in contact with or enter these areas. Doing so might cause a fault.

● If equipment becomes wet during charging, immediately

disconnect the power plug of the AC adapter.

● Do not use product while driving a car or riding a motorbike or

bicycle or while walking. Doing so might cause a traffic accident. Use of a cell phone while driving a car or riding a motorbike is prohibited by law. Use of a cell phone while riding a bicycle may be punishable by some regulations.

● Do not use or charge the product in the bag or with it covered by

bedding etc. Doing so might cause a fault.

● When using a charger or external device, insert/remove the

connector straight to/from the jack.Inserting/removing in an incorrect orientation might cause a fault.

● Do not expose the camera lens to direct sunlight for an extended

period. Doing so might cause a fault.

● Do not use, store or leave the product in places subject to direct

sunlight (e.g.in automobiles), places that get hot, places that get extremely cold, and in humid or dusty places. Doing so might cause a fault.

● Do not place the product on top of a wobbly table, sloped surface,

or other unstable location. Be careful especially when the product is charging or set to vibrate. Doing so may allow the product to fall and cause injury etc.

● When charging the product, do not exceed the ratings given for

outlets and wiring by multiple connections etc.

● When the product becomes warm during use, the screen

brightness or part of its functions may be restricted.

Safety Precautions

Main unit

● Do not forcefully press, tap or intentionally subject the display to

strong impact. Doing so might cause scratching or damage.

● Do not forcefully press sharp objects or hard objects against keys

or display surface. Doing so might cause scratching or damage.

● The product’s keypad (touch area) can be operated with your

Safety Precautions

fingers as a touchpad (Touch Cruiser EX). However, in the following cases, the touch area may not respond to touch operation. These may also result in malfunction.

•with gloves on

•with fingernails

•with another object placed on the operation area

•with a sticker adhered

•with any water or condensation on the touch area

•with wet or sweaty fingers

•Operation under water

● Do not remove the sticker printed with the IMEI number in the

battery compartment visible when the battery pack is removed. This sticker bears a “Technical Conformity Mark ” certificating that the product and the communication module you are using comply with the Radio Law and Telecommunications Business Law.

● Never use a modified product. Use of a modified device violates

the Radio Law and the Telecommunications Business Law. The product has acquired the certification of conformity with technical regulations for a specified radio station based on the Radio Law and well has been deemed to conform with technical regulations for a device based on the Telecommunications Business Law, and the “Technical Conformity Mark ” can be confirmed on the product nameplate sticker. If the screws of the product are removed and modifications are made to the internal components, the certification of conformity with technical regulations will become invalid. If the modifications are made to the internal components, the certification of conformity with technical regulations will become invalid. Never use the product without the valid certification. Doing so violates the Radio Law and/or the Telecommunications Business Law.

● Take care not to place magnetized items such as magnetic cards,

speakers and TV sets near the product, as it might cause malfunction. Putting strong magnetism close to the product might cause false operation.

● Do not bring the product close to magnetic cards such as cash

cards, credit cards, and prepaid cards. Doing so might result in loss of recor

● When you put the product in your pocket or bag, take care so that

the display does not come in contact with metal objects or other hard objects, as it might cause scratching or damage. Straps with metal or other hard parts that may come in contact with the display may cause scratching or breakage.

● When suddenly brought into a warm place from a cold place, or

when in a humid location, or when used where temperature suddenly changes (e.g. near the air discharge port of an air conditioner), water drops (i.e. condensation) sometimes are formed inside the product. Note that when used under conditions such as this, humidity might cause corrosion or a fault.

● Do not exert excessive force when attaching/removing a microSD

memory card. Doing so might injure your hands or fingers.

● While writing/reading data to/from a microSD memory card, do not

subject the product to vibration or impact, remove the battery pack, or turn off the power. Doing so might cause loss of data or a fault.

● Do not remove the black sheet on the inside of the back cover.

Doing so may prevent Osaifu-Keitai® from reading/writing properly.

● Covering earpiece (receiver), mouthpiece (microphone), speaker,

or air vent with stickers or fingers may hinder product performance.

● If the display gets damaged, immediately stop use and contact an

au shop or Keitai Guarantee Service Center. Keeping using it may cause injury.

● Putting a sticker, etc. on the main display or a key may cause

malfunction or shortened usage time. Also, doing so may damage the product.

ded information.

● Be careful not to pinch your fingers when opening/closing the

product.

● If you put magnetized objects, metal straps, etc. close to the

product, the speaker section sometimes emits sounds. This is not a fault.

● Bright places such as under the direct sunlight sometimes make it

hard to see the display

● Do not use with the back cover removed. Do not leave or store in

that manner. Doing so may allow dust or other foreign matter to enter and cause a fault.

● Do not allow liquids, metal objects, and other foreign matter to get

inside the au Nano IC Card 04 tray slot or microSD memory card slot of the product. Doing so might cause a fault.

● Do not subject to strong impact to the product such as dropping,

throwing or stepping it. Doing so might cause a fault.

● Do not put the product directly on sand at a beach, etc. Sand or

other small particles might get inside the earpiece, mouthpiece, speaker or earphone/microphone jack causing the volume to drop. If sand gets inside the product, it might cause overheating or a fault.

OLED Display

● The product uses an OEL display in its sub-display. While OEL

displays may experience lowered partial brightness if same images are displayed for a long time or if used for an extremely long time, this is due to the characteristics of the OEL display and is not a malfunction.

● OEL displays are manufactured with high-precision technology,

and may experience very limited instances of pixels not lighting or being always on. Brightness may also appear unevenly in bands depending on the angle. This is due the structure of the OEL display, and is not a malfunction.

● Leaving an OEL display under direct sunlight might cause

malfunction. Use caution when placing near a window or outdoors.

. This is not a fault.

Battery pack

(The battery pack of the product is a lithium-ion battery.)

The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of purchase. Charge the battery before using the product. Also charge the battery after long periods of disuse before using the product.

● Use in very hot or cold environments, for example, when left in an

automobile with the windows closed in summer, will cause the battery capacity to drop and shorten the available battery usage time. This will also shorten the battery pack’s service life. Try to use the battery pack as much as possible at room temperature.

● When the battery pack is not to be used for a long time, remove the

battery pack from the main unit, and store it away from hot and humid places.

● The battery pack is a consumable item. If the performance of a

battery pack does not recover (e.g. the usable time after each charge has become extremely short), the battery pack is at the end of service life, so stop use and buy a new one of the specified type. Note that the length of service life varies depending on the usage condition, etc.

● Battery packs sometimes swell up as they approach the end of

their service life depending on the usage condition. This is due to the properties of lithium-ion batteries, and is not a problem in terms of safety.

● Do not use a damaged or leaking battery pack. Doing so might

cause a malfunction.

Safety Precautions

● Do not expose the battery pack to water, etc. Doing so might cause

a malfunction. If you accidentally drop the product in water or other liquid, immediately turn the power off, remove the battery pack, and contact an au shop or the Keitai Guarantee Service Center. Do not recharge a wet battery pack.

Charger

Safety Precautions

● Do not wrap the power cord of the specified charger (sold

separately) around the charger. Also, do not forcibly bend the charger's plug or the connection between the connector and power cord. Do not apply excessive force to cord of the charger (sold separately) such as placing a heavy object on it or pulling it. Doing so might cause a fault.

● When unplugging the power plug of the specified charger (sold

separately) from an outlet or cigarette lighter socket, hold the power plug to do so. If you pull the cord, it might be damaged.

au Nano IC Card 04

● Do not forcibly remove or insert the au Nano IC Card 04. Be careful

not to exert excessive force when inserting the card into your au cell phone.

● You are responsible for any damage caused by inserting your au

Nano IC Card 04 into some other IC card reader/writer, etc.

● Do not put stickers, etc. on the au Nano IC Card 04.

● Do not subject the au Nano IC Card 04 to actions that can damage

it (use in high-temperature conditions, throwing in a fire, allowing metal contacts to come in contact with foreign objects, subjecting to shock, bending or pressing, wetting, etc.). Doing so might erase data or cause a fault.

Camera

● If the camera lens breaks, immediately discontinue use, and

contact an au shop or Keitai Guarantee Service Center. Continued use may cause injury.

● When photographing important occasions etc., take a trial shot and

check the shot image to make sure it is correctly shot in advance.

● Do not shoot in areas where shooting is prohibited.

Copyrights and rights of portrait

● If the data you shot or recorded using the product or the data you

downloaded from the Internet etc. is in part or in whole protected by the third party’s copyright, you are not allowed to copy, distribute, publicly send, modify the data without consent of the copyright holder, except for personal use, under the copyright law. In addition, do not use or modify portraits or names of other individuals without their consent, as it may infringe on rights of portrait. Note that shooting and recording might be restricted at some live performances, shows and exhibitions even for personal use.

● Be careful about the copyright and portrait right when posting still

pictures you shot, etc. on Internet homepages.

Back up content on the product

● Please back up important content recorded or downloaded to the

product to an outside source. Content recorded to memory on the product sometimes disappears or is altered by unexpected factors, such as static electricity or a fault, or by repair, mishandling, etc.

Available Security Codes

Security Codes

The product has various security codes that you can use. The available security codes are as follows. Do not forget the various security codes that are set as they are necessary for various operations and contracts. Be sure to change the initial values to your own numbers you have chosen.

Security code

Example

① To do remote operation of voice mail and call

of usage

Example of usage

Be sure to change the initial values to your own numbers you have chosen.

Example of usage

Be sure to change the initial values to your own numbers you have chosen.

forwarding services from a landline phone

② To use Customer Service Center and to do various

inquiries, applications, and modifications on the au homepage

Initial

A four digit number chosen by the customer and noted on

value

the application form

Security key (Passcode/Password)

To set/cancel voice calling restrictions, etc. or lock Osaifu-Keitai

Initial

1234

value

PIN code

To prevent unauthorized use of the au Nano IC Card 04 by third parties

Initial

1234

value

 PIN Code

To prevent unauthorized use of the au Nano IC Card 04 by a third party, you can set the product to require PIN code entry every time the power is turned on. You also need to enter PIN code when setting whether PIN code entry is required. If PIN code is incorrectly entered three times consecutively, the PIN code will be locked. You can unlock the PIN code using PUK code.

•At the time of purchase, the PIN code is “1234”, and entry requirement is “not required”. You can change the PIN code to any 4- to 8-digit number and the entry requirement to “required” if necessary. To use the product with a PIN code “required”, be sure to change the PIN code to your own number you have chosen.

 PUK Code

In case PIN code is locked, you can unlock it by entering PUK code.

•PUK code is an eight-digit number given at the time of purchase, which is printed on the back side of the plastic card on which your au Nano IC Card 04 is attached.

•After entering PUK code, you need to set a new PIN code.

•If PUK code is incorrectly entered ten times consecutively, contact an au shop, PiPit or Customer Service Center.

•“PIN code” is not reset by initializing the product.

◎ When the PIN code is locked, the product may restart for the

security reasons.

Safety Precautions

Notes on Waterproof/Dustproof/ Shockproof Properties

Before using the product, thoroughly read the contents of “Notes on Waterproof/Dustproof/Shockproof Properties” to ensure correct use.

Safety Precautions

Failure to follow the contents described in these sections may cause liquid or dust to get inside, resulting in overheating, ignition, electric shock, injury or fault. Proper operations of the product are not guaranteed in every possible condition. Faults determined, after an inspection, to be caused by mishandling by the customer such as by using the product without following the contents written on “Notes on Waterproof/Dustproof/ Shockproof Properties” are not covered by the warranty.

 Waterproof/Dustproof/Shockproof Properties of

the Product

The product has a protection rating (JIS C 0920) for waterproof property equivalent to IPX5*1 and IPX7*2 and dustproof property equivalent to IP5X*3 on the condition that the back cover is securely closed (based on testing by the Company). The product also achieves a shockproof property compliant with MIL standards *4 (based on testing by the Company).

*1 IPX5 means that the cell phone continues to function as a phone after

being subjected to a water jet (approximately 12.5 liters/min) discharged from a water pouring nozzle (inner diameter: 6.3 mm), from all directions and approximately 3 meters away from the cell phone for at least 3 minutes.

*2 IPX7 means that the cell phone continues to function as a phone after

being gently lowered into a tank filled with still tap water (at room temperature) to the depth of 1 meter, immersed at the bottom for approximately 30 minutes and then taken out of the tank.

*3 IP5X means that the cell phone continues to function and safely maintain

functioning as a phone after being placed in a test device containing 75 µm-particles and agitated for 8 hours and then removed. (Intrusion of particles is not completely blocked.)

*4 MIL standards compliance MIL-STD-810G Method 516.7 as per the US Department of Defense: According to standards complying with Shock-Procedur

is tested by being dropped from a height of 1.22 m in 26 directions onto plywood (lauan). * This does not guarantee resistance against all types of shock. As this

assumes shock resistance during usage in everyday situations, care should be taken as breakage may occur if thrown, forcefully dropped, or otherwise subjected to excessive shock. Droppage may cause scratches even if functionality is not affected.

What the waterproof/dustproof properties allow you to do

•To use the product at the poolside. However, do not get it wet with water other than tap water such as water in the swimming pool or submerge it in water in the swimming pool.

•To wash the product with the low-pressure water flow of a tap water (6 liters/min or lower) at the room temperature (5°C to 35°C).

Handling the product

•Close the back cover securely. The waterproof property is shown its ability by completely closing the cover. Even a fine obstacle (hair, sand, tiny fiber, etc.) put between contact surface may cause liquid or dust to get inside.

•If liquid such as water is splashed onto the product with the back cover opened, the liquid may seep inside and cause electric shock or malfunction. Discontinue using the product, turn off the power and then contact an au shop near you or the Keitai Guarantee Service Center.

•When the product is wet, wipe it with a dry and clean cloth.

•When your hand or the product is wet, never open/close the back cover.

•The product is resistant to fresh and tap water at room temperature (5°C to 35°C) only. If you let the product get wet with or submerged into the liquids other than fresh and tap water at room temperature, stop using it and wash it with fresh and tap water at room temperature.

e IV, the product

•Do not use the external connection jack when the jack is wet or sand or dust is attached to it. Doing so may cause impairment of the waterproof property or cause electric shock, short circuit, etc. resulting in a fire, burns, or a fault.

Dustproof property of the product

•The dustproof property of the product only guarantees a protection rating equivalent to IP5X and does not guarantee its performance under other using conditions such as when the product is directly put on sand such as a beach.

•If dust is attached to the product, immediately wash it away with water or otherwise clear it completely before use.

 Notes on Using the Product

•Do not let the product submerged into or get wet with the liquids (seawater, water from a swimming pool, hot water of hot spring, water containing soap, detergent or bath powder, alcohol, soft drink, seasoning, etc.) other than tap water. Also, do not use it in a place where it gets wet with pet urine. If it gets wet, immediately rinse it with tap water.

•If foreign object such as salt water, seawater, drink, seasoning, food, dirt or soil is attached on the product, immediately wash it away. When it gets dry and coagulated on the product, the stains get hard to get rid of and may cause scratching or fault.

•Using the product without completely washing sand or mud away may cause fault such as scratches and damages on the product.

•Do not immerse the product in a bathtub or swimming pool. Also, do not use it under water. (including key operations.)

•The product is not designed to withstand high water pressure. Do not expose the product to a strong water flow with tap water, shower, etc. (6 liters/min or more) or submerge it under water.

•The rapid changes of temperature may cause condensation, resulting in malfunction. Wait until the product reaches room temperature before you bring it from a cold place into a warm place. If condensation occurs, leave it in room temperature until the condensation is removed.

•Do not get the product wet with hot water, use it in saunas or expose it to hot air fr the heat.

•Volumes may temporarily become lower due to water entering in the earpiece, mouthpiece and speaker. Drain water and dry the product well before use.

•The product does not float on water.

•Do not use the product in heavy rain.

•Do not leave the product wet. Doing so may let the liquids freeze on the product in cold places or otherwise cause fault.

•Do not place the product directly on sand at a beach, sandbox, etc. or on mud. Grains of sand may get into the earpiece, speaker, etc., causing the volume to drop. If sand gets inside the product, it might cause overheating or a fault.

•The battery pack, desktop holder (sold separately), and optional accessories are not waterproof. Do not use in a bathroom, shower room, kitchen, sink, or other location where water is regularly used.

•Do not use or store the product for a long time in humid places such as a bathroom and kitchen.

om hair dryer etc. The product is not designed to resist

Safety Precautions

 Maintaining the Waterproof and Dustproof

Properties

Rubber seal

The rubber seal on the back cover is important in maintaining the waterproof/dustproof properties. Be sure to observe the following

Safety Precautions

items.

•Do not remove or scratch it.

•When closing the back cover, do not let the rubber seal caught. Also, do not insert sharp objects into gaps around the back cover or the external connection jack section. Doing so may damage the rubber seal and allow intrusion of liquid or dust.

•It is recommended to replace the parts for maintaining the waterproof/dustproof properties (pay service) once every two years regardless of whether any abnormality is present. For information on part replacement, contact an au shop near you.

 Precautions on Charging

The battery pack, desktop holder (sold separately), specified charger (sold separately), and optional accessories are not waterproof/ dustproof. Be sure to check the following items before and after charging.

•Never charge the product if wet. Doing so may cause fire, burns, injuries, electric shock, etc.

•Never connect the microUSB plug when the product or charger (sold separately) is wet or has foreign matter on it. Although the product is water/dust resistant, the charger (sold separately) is not water/dust resistant. Any water or foreign matter on the product or microUSB plug when inserting the microUSB plug while the product/specified charger is wet or soiled might cause electric shock or short circuit/ corrosion causing abnormal overheating, burnout, fire, burns, or malfunction.

•Do not touch the desktop holder (sold separately) or specified charger (sold separately) with wet hands. Doing so may cause electric shock.

•Use the battery pack, desktop holder (sold separately), specified charger (sold separately), and optional accessories where not exposed to water, and do not use in places where water is regularly used such as a bathroom, shower room, kitchen, or sink. Doing so may cause fire, burns, electric shock, malfunction, etc. Also do not bring into a bathroom or similar ar may cause fire, burns, electric shock, malfunction, etc.

 Washing the Product

If any stain, dust, sand, soft drink, etc. is attached to the surface of the product, gently wipe it off with a cloth and wash the product under a mild water flow (up to 6 liters/min) of tap water at room temperature (5°C to 35°C) approximately 10 cm away from the faucet or shower head. Hold the back cover so that it does not open, and wash the product with your hands without using a brush or sponge. After washing the product, drain water off and before using the product.

•Make sure that the back cover is securely closed before washing the product.

•Do not wash the product with a washing machine or an ultrasound bath.

•The external connection jack section is especially subject to stain such as dust or sand adhesion. Wash away stain carefully so as not to keep it remaining in the sections. Also, after washing it away, make sure the sections get sufficiently dried off before using the product. Using the product with sand or water drops remaining in the jack sections may cause fault.

•When cleaning the external connection jack section, do not use tools such as a cotton swab or jam a cloth into the jack sections. Doing so may cause impairment of waterproof/dustproof properties etc., resulting in fire, burns, or a fault.

•Never put the product in a microwave oven for drying it. Doing so may cause the battery pack to leak liquid, overheat, rupture or ignite. Also, doing so may cause the product to overheat, emit smoke, ignite or cause destruction of circuit components.

ea even if not charging. Doing so

•Do not expose the product to hot air from a hair dryer or leave it in a high temperature environment for drying it. Doing so may cause the product to deform, discolor, get out of order, etc.

 Draining Water

If the product gets wet, make sure to drain water remaining in the external connection jack section, earpiece (receiver) section, mouthpiece (microphone) section, speaker section, key section, hinges (joint), air vent, etc.

Wipe off water on the surface of the product

carefully with a dry and clean cloth etc.

If a strap is attached, dry it sufficiently as well.

Hold the product securely at its hinges (joint) and

shake it approximately 20 times until there is no more water splashing.

Make sure of the safety around you and shake the product while holding it securely not to let it drop.

Earpiece

Hinges (joint)

(Receiver) section

Air vent

External connection jack section

Speaker section

Mouthpiece (Microphone) section

Safety Precautions

Wipe off water remaining in the grooves of each

section by gently putting the product against a dry and clean cloth etc.

Since water is sometimes left in the grooves of each section, clear them of water by putting a cloth against their openings and gently patting them.

Safety Precautions

Make sure that there is no more water or foreign objects remaining in them.

Lay out a dry cloth etc. beneath and leave the

product on the cloth at room temperature for approximately 2 to 3 hours to dry it.

Water, if any, remaining in the product may ooze up after wiping off. Do not wipe off water remaining in the grooves directly by a cotton swab etc.

Precautions to be taken after water draining

Do not use the product with water drops still left on it.

•Doing so may cause call disruption or cause clothes or bags to get wet.

•Doing so may cause the external connection jack, etc. to shortcircuit, causing fire or malfunction.

•Doing so in a cold region may cause a fault due to water drops freezing.

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