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Introduction
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing SoftBank 206SH.
Before You Begin
・SoftBank 206SH is referred to as "handset" in this guide.
・Read "Quick Tips" (in お願いとご注意) and this guide
thoroughly beforehand for proper usage.
・Accessible services may be limited by contract conditions.
・Unauthorized copying of any part of this guide is
prohibited.
・Guide content subject to change without prior notice.
・SoftBank 206SH is compatible with 4G, 3G and GSM network
technologies.
・"SoftBank 4G" is used as a service name based on the
statement by the International Telecommunication Union
(ITU) indicating that mobile communications systems for
3.5G and beyond can also be considered "4G."
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Introduction
Guide Usage Notes
・Most operation descriptions are based on default settings.
・Unless noted otherwise, descriptions are for application
sheet in 3-Line Home.
・"Confirmation" refers to authentication prompt, selection,
caution or other message that appears after operation.
・Some operation descriptions may be omitted.
・In this guide and on handset, "abroad" means "outside Japan"
with regard to handset/service usage.
・In this guide, microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC Card is
referred to as "SD Card."
Screenshots & Key Labels
Screenshots and key labels are provided for reference only.
Actual handset windows, menus, etc. may differ in appearance.
Accessing Functions Guide
Access this Functions Guide via Guide indicator on Status Bar.
Guide indicator appears on Status Bar by default. To hide
Guide indicator:
Drag Status Bar downTap here for Guide
IndicatoroffBack
Guide usage information and confirmation for automatic
updates appear at initial startup. Follow onscreen prompts.
・Handset back cover is not removable.
・AC Charger (SHCEJ1)
・Desktop Holder (SHEFA1)
・TV Input-to-Micro USB Cable
・クイックスタート (Japanese)
・お願いとご注意 (Japanese) with English "Quick Tips"
・Warranties (Japanese) for handset and AC Charger
Parts & Functions
Handset Parts
NameDescription
Strap
Eyelet
Headphone
Port
Internal
Camera
Proximity/
Light Sensor
Notification
Lamp
SD/USIM
Card Slot
Earpiece
Display
Attach Straps here.
Connect Headphones with Mic (optional
accessories) here.
Shoot photos or videos.
Detects ambient light level and prevents
Touchscreen misoperation during call.
Illuminates while charging or for
notifications (missed calls, new messages,
etc.).
Access USIM Card and SD Card.
Hear other party's voice through this.
Touch Display to select menu items, open
functions, scroll pages, etc.
NameDescription
TV
Antenna
Infrared
Port
Speaker
Mobile
Light
External
Device Port
Mic
Mic
(Recorder Mic)
External
Camera
FeliCa Logo
Charging
Terminals
Pressure
Vent
Pull out for Full Seg/One Seg reception.
Transfer files using Infrared.
Listen to music, video sounds, Full Seg/
One Seg audio, etc. through this.
Use as a flashlight or camera flash.
Connect AC Charger or Micro USB Cable
here.
Talk to other party through this.
Captures ambient sounds while recording
videos.
Shoot photos or videos.
Place over reader/writer to use OsaifuKeitai®.
For use with Desktop Holder.
Helps maintain handset performance.
Do not place a sticker, label, etc.
Handset Keys
NameDescription
Activate/cancel Screen lock. Long Press
(Power Key)
(Volume Down
Key)
(Volume Up
Key)
1 To turn off, Tap Display.
for power on/off or phone options.
Decrease Volume. In Welcome sheet (lock
screen) or 3-Line Home, Touch & Hold to
activate/cancel Silent mode.
Increase Volume. In Welcome sheet (lock
screen), Touch & Hold to turn on Mobile
Light1.
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Getting Started
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USIM Card Installation
USIM Card is an IC card containing customer and
authentication information, including handset number.
Inserting USIM Card
Always power off beforehand.
If SD Card is inserted, remove it first. (SD Card needs to be
removed to insert USIM Card.)
・For SD Card removal procedure, see "Removing SD Card."
Open Card Slot Cover
Pull out USIM Tray
Removing USIM Card
Always power off beforehand.
If SD Card is inserted, remove it first. (SD Card needs to be
removed to remove USIM Card.)
・For SD Card removal procedure, see "Removing SD Card."
Open Card Slot Cover
Pull out USIM Tray
・Gently pull USIM Tray straight out from the edge.
・Do not pull it forcefully or at an angle; damage may result.
・Gently pull USIM Tray straight out from the edge.
・Do not pull it forcefully or at an angle; damage may result.
Place USIM Card in USIM Tray
・Check orientation of USIM Card (see the notch), then gently
place it with metal contacts facing up.
Insert USIM Tray into USIM Card Slot (bottom opening)
・Check orientation of USIM Tray, then insert it all the way.
Remove USIM Card
Insert USIM Tray into USIM Card Slot (bottom opening)
・Check orientation of USIM Tray, then insert it all the way.
Close Card Slot Cover
・Close Card Slot Cover firmly. Debris trapped between gasket
and base may expose handset to liquid.
Close Card Slot Cover
・Close Card Slot Cover firmly. Debris trapped between gasket
and base may expose handset to liquid.
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Handset Memory & SD Card
Handset supports SD Card up to 64 GB. Some SD Cards may
not operate properly.
In addition to SD Cards, use handset memory as storage for
shot photos/videos and other files.
Storage
Handset internal storage consists of system memory and
handset memory. See below to learn about system memory,
handset memory and SD Card.
StorageDescription
System
memory
Handset
memory
SD Card
System files and applications are installed
here.
Shot photos/videos, mail attachments,
etc. are saved here. Connect handset to a
PC to exchange files.
Connect handset (with SD Card inserted)
to a PC to exchange files. Save images,
music and other files to SD Card for use
on handset.
Formatting SD Card
When using a new SD Card for the first time, format it on
handset before trying to save images, music, etc.
・Formatting deletes all SD Card files.
・Charge handset while formatting or charge it adequately
beforehand.
In application sheet,(Settings)
Storage
Getting Started
Inserting SD Card
Always power off beforehand.
Open Card Slot Cover
Insert SD Card into SD Card Slot (top opening)
・Insert SD Card all the way with terminals facing up.
Close Card Slot Cover
Erase microSD
Erase SD card
・Close Card Slot Cover firmly. Debris trapped between gasket
and base may expose handset to liquid.
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Unmounting SD Card
Enter Operation PasswordOK
・If Operation Password is unset, follow onscreen prompts.
Erase everything
Handset erases all SD Card files.
Always unmount SD Card before removing it.
In application sheet,(Settings)
Storage
・When finished, SD Card is mounted.
Unmount microSDOK
Unmount microSD changes to Mount microSD . (SD Card
is unmounted.)
・
To have SD Card recognized again, Tap Mount microSD .
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Removing SD Card
Always power off beforehand.
Open Card Slot Cover
Remove SD Card
・Gently push in SD Card and release; it pops out. Carefully
remove SD Card without bending it.
Formatting Handset Memory
Formatting deletes all handset memory files.
・Charge handset while formatting or charge it adequately
beforehand.
In application sheet,(Settings)
Storage
Getting Started
Close Card Slot Cover
・Close Card Slot Cover firmly. Debris trapped between gasket
and base may expose handset to liquid.
Erase phone storage
Erase internal storage
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Handset Memory & SD Card Usage Notes
Enter Operation PasswordOK
・If Operation Password is unset, follow onscreen prompts.
Erase everything
Handset erases all handset memory files.
General
Handset memory files and SD Card files may be lost/altered
accidentally. Keep a copy of important information in a
separate place. SoftBank Mobile Corp. is not liable for
any damages resulting from accidental loss/alteration of
information.
・Never power off while files are being accessed.
microSDXC Card
Handset supports microSDXC Cards (SDXC-compatible SD
Cards). microSDXC Cards are supported by SDXC-compatible
devices only.
Exchanging Files with Non-SDXC-Compatible
Devices
To exchange files between handset and non-SDXCcompatible 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.
Handling SD Cards Used on Other Mobiles
After installing SD Card used on other mobiles (such as
previously used handsets) into handset, the notification
Application data is present in the microSD. may appear on
Status Bar. To use files on such SD Cards on handset, copy
files to handset memory as follows.
Drag Status Bar down for Notifications Window
Application data is present in the microSD.Follow
onscreen prompts
・If the same folder/file name exists in handset memory,
overwrite confirmation appears. Handset memory files
cannot be restored once overwritten.
Handset Memory
Photos and videos shot on handset are saved to handset
memory by default. Depending on downloaded application
(sold separately), corresponding files may be saved to
handset memory even if SD Card is specified as their save
location in application description.
SD Card Caution
Keep SD Card out of infants' reach; may cause choking if
swallowed.
Charging Handset
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Battery is built into handset.
Desktop Holder, AC Charger, Micro USB Cable (optional
accessory), Micro USB Charging Adapter (optional accessory)
and In-Car Charger (optional accessory) are not water proof.
Never charge handset while it is wet.
May cause fire, malfunction or burns due to electric shock or
short-circuiting.
Desktop Holder
Use Desktop Holder (SHEFA1) with AC Charger (SHCEJ1).
Tilt handset back as shown until it clicks
Getting Started
Notification Lamp illuminates while charging.
・Take care not to get anything (e.g., Strap) caught between
handset and Desktop Holder.
・Notification Lamp goes out when charge is full.
Remove handset and then Micro USB plug from Desktop Holder,
then unplug AC Charger and retract blades
・To remove handset, tilt it toward you while holding Desktop
Holder.
AC Charger
Use AC Charger (SHCEJ1).
Insert Micro USB plug of AC Charger into connector port of
Desktop Holder
・Insert Micro USB plug in correct orientation; otherwise,
connector port of Desktop Holder may be damaged. Check
contours and orientation of Micro USB plug, then insert it
with tabs (○) facing down.
Extend blades and plug AC Charger into AC outlet
・Rotate blades out as shown.
Place handset into Desktop Holder with Charging Terminals
facing down
Insert Micro USB plug of AC Charger 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 down.
Extend blades and plug AC Charger into AC outlet
Notification Lamp illuminates while charging.
・Rotate blades out as shown.
・Notification Lamp goes out when charge is full.
Unplug AC Charger and retract blades
Remove Micro USB plug from External Device Port
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USB Charging
Connect handset to a PC with Micro USB Cable (SHDDL1;
optional accessory).
・Power on handset and PC first.
・Handset may not charge or charge slowly depending on PC
status/environment.
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 down.
Charging Precautions
Handling Cables
Do not pull, bend, or twist cable.
Important USB Charging Note
Handset may power on automatically when connected to a
PC with Micro USB Cable; avoid connection aboard aircraft
or in hospitals, etc. where handset use is prohibited.
Battery Care
To help maintain performance and life of Internal Battery,
do not store in the following conditions.
・Full (immediately after charging is complete)
・Exhausted (too low to power on handset)
Periods of Disuse
Charge at least once every 6 months; if left uncharged,
handset may become unusable or files/settings may be
affected.
Insert USB plug of Micro USB Cable into PC USB port
Notification Lamp illuminates while charging.
・Notification Lamp goes out when charge is full.
Remove Micro USB Cable from handset and PC
Lithium-ion Battery & Desktop Holder
Lithium-ion Battery
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.
・To avoid fire or electric shock, do not short-circuit or
disassemble Battery.
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.
Front Duct
When handset is placed into Desktop Holder, sounds from
Speaker can be heard through the opening at the front of
Desktop Holder (front duct), increasing audibility of music,
video sounds, Full Seg/One Seg audio, etc.
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Power On/Off
Power On
Long Pressuntil SoftBank logo appears
After Power On Graphics, Welcome sheet (lock screen)
・Handset number appears in Own phone number field.
In any application, Taprepeatedly until 3-Line Home
returns. (Some applications may remain active.)
Obtaining Applications
Obtain applications from(Play Store).
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Mobile Manners
Silent Mode
Mute ringtones and other handset sounds to avoid disturbing
others around you.
・Camera shutter sound, video recording tones, music, video/
game sounds, etc. still play even in Silent mode.
In Welcome sheet (lock screen) or 3-Line Home, Touch & Hold
Silent mode activates.
・
To cancel, Touch & Holdin Welcome sheet (lock screen)
or 3-Line Home.
Airplane Mode
Leaving power on, suspend signal-transmitting functions.
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 a text entry field for keyboard. Tapto hide it.
・Text entry descriptions are for iWnn IME - SH edition.
Before reading on, switch input method from Android
keyboard (selected when interface language is set to
English) to iWnn IME - SH edition as follows.
In a text entry window, Drag Status Bar downChoose
input methodJapanese
Switching Keyboards
In a text entry window,Change input UI
Basic Operations
(Long Press)
Phone options appear.
Airplane mode
Airplane mode activates.
・
To cancel, Long Press, then Tap Airplane mode .
Selecting Silent Mode Option
(Long Press)Tap icon (such as)
・When How to Change Input UI window opens after
Tapping, Tap CLOSE . To disable it thereafter, select
Don't show again beforehand.
Set QWERTY keyboard or Set 12 keyboard
Keyboard is switched.
Airplane Mode Precautions
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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12-Key Keyboard Layout
Enter characters.
Undo conversion; reverse-toggle character options
before confirming entry.
Backspace cursor.
Enter pictograms, symbols, or emoticons; switch
conversion options.
Toggle entry modes.
Enter space; toggle case; add ゛ or ゜ for hiragana.
Current entry mode
Delete characters.
Advance cursor; add space at text end.
Open text entry options; enter space; convert hiragana.
Insert line break; confirm current characters.
Switching Entry Modes
・
Tapto toggle Half Numeric, Kanji, and Half Alphabet
modes. Alternatively, Flickleft/right to toggle these
modes. To use other entry modes:
In a text entry window,Change input mode
・When How to Change Input UI window opens after
Tapping, Tap CLOSE . To disable it thereafter, select
Don't show again beforehand.
Tap mode
QWERTY Keyboard Layout
Enter characters.
Toggle case.
Toggle entry modes.
Enter pictograms, symbols, or emoticons.
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; convert hiragana.
Keyboard interface changes accordingly. Current entry mode
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.
Application Operations
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,My appsTap application
REFUND
・
For details, TapHelp in Google Play, then refer
to Google Play Help.
Enabling Automatic Updates
In Google Play,My appsTap application
Auto-update ()
・Automatic update is not available for some applications.
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Google Play Cautions
Application Installation Disclaimer
Download and install applications on this handset via
Google Play (developed by Google Inc.) at your own
risk. SoftBank Mobile Corp. is not responsible for user
installed application content (quality, reliability, legality,
appropriateness, accuracy, etc.) or malfunctions installed
applications may cause (due to viruses, etc.).
Application Purchase Disclaimer
Purchase applications via Google Play at your own risk.
SoftBank Mobile Corp. is not responsible for transactions
between users and third party publishers.
Google Play Automatic Updates
Operations and user interface are subject to change due to
automatic application updates.
Security Codes
Operation Password & Center Access
Code
Center Access Code (Call Barring Password; 4-digit code in
contract) is required to use Optional Services from landlines
or subscribe to fee-based information.
・Do not forget Operation Password and Center Access Code
(Call Barring Password). If you forget these codes, contact
us for recovery. For details, contact SoftBank Customer
Support, General Information.
・Do not reveal Operation Password or Center Access Code
(Call Barring Password). SoftBank Mobile Corp. is not liable
for misuse or damages.
・Call Barring settings will be locked if incorrect Center
Access Code (Call Barring Password) is entered three times
consecutively when making a setting. To unlock, the code
must be changed. For details, contact SoftBank Customer
Support, General Information.
・If Call Barring Password has been previously changed on a
mobile phone, enter the latest code to set Call Barring.
Basic Operations
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Setting Operation Password
Do not forget Operation Password; write it down if necessary.
In application sheet,(Settings)Other settings
Lock & Security
Operation password settingOKEnter Operation
PasswordOK
USIM PIN
9999 by default; enable USIM card lock to restrict handset
use.
Enabling USIM Card Lock
In application sheet,(Settings)Other settings
Lock & Security
USIM card lock settingsLock USIM cardEnter PIN
OK ()
Re-enter Operation PasswordOKOK
Operation Password is set.
・To change Operation Password, refer to the steps above.
(In, enter current Operation Password to proceed.)
USIM card lock is enabled.
Changing USIM PIN
Lock USIM card first. See "Enabling USIM Card Lock" for
details.
In application sheet,(Settings)Other settings
Lock & Security
USIM card lock settingsChange USIM PINEnter
current PINOKEnter new PINOKRe-
enter new PINOK
PIN is changed.
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