BLADE Q+ User Guide

BLADE Q+User Guide

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BLADE Q+ User Guide Contents

IntroductionAbout the User Guide........................................................ 3Accessing Instructions on Handset................................... 3

Getting StartedParts & Functions.............................................................. 8USIM Card............................................................................ 9Internal Memory and SD Card......................................... 10Charging Battery.............................................................. 13Power On/Off................................................................... 14Using Touchscreen............................................................ 14Initial Settings..................................................................15

Basic OperationsBasic Operation.................................................................20Applications.......................................................................21Phone Number................................................................... 23Silent Mode....................................................................... 24Airplane Mode................................................................... 24Text Entry.........................................................................25Using a Google Account................................................... 27Google Play....................................................................... 29Security Codes.................................................................. 31SIM PIN.............................................................................. 32Locking Screen.................................................................. 33Updating Software........................................................... 33

Handset InterfaceHome Screen Basics.......................................................... 36Status Bar......................................................................... 36Using Notifications Window............................................ 38Rearranging Home Screen.................................................39

PhonePlacing/Answering Calls...................................................44Placing a Call from Contacts/Call History..................... 46Optional Services..............................................................48Making Call Settings........................................................ 50Using People......................................................................51Importing Contacts...........................................................54Backing Up Contacts........................................................ 55

Messaging & InternetMessaging.......................................................................... 58S! Mail Initial Setup......................................................... 58Thread List/Folder List................................................... 59Sending S! Mail/SMS.........................................................60Sending Decore Mail by S! Mail.......................................62Opening & Replying to S! Mail/SMS................................63Managing S! Mail/SMS...................................................... 64Operations When Creating S! Mail/SMS..........................71S! Mail/SMS Settings........................................................74Creating/Sending Gmail....................................................76Checking Received Gmail..................................................77Managing Saved Gmail......................................................78Using Email........................................................................82

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Using Chrome.................................................................... 85

CameraCapturing Still Images/Videos.........................................90Viewing Captured Still Images/Videos (Gallery)............ 92Editing Captured Still Images (Gallery)..........................93Sharing Still Images and Videos......................................95Making Camera Settings.................................................. 96

Useful functionsUsing Urgent News.........................................................100Using Google Maps......................................................... 101Using Hangouts...............................................................102Using Google Search.......................................................103Searching for Information by Voice (Voice Search).....103Using Calculator............................................................. 104Using Calendar................................................................ 104Using Clock......................................................................106Using Facebook............................................................... 109Using YouTube................................................................ 109Listening to Music (Play Music)....................................110Using NotePad................................................................ 112Using PC Files.................................................................113

ConnectivityConnecting to PC via USB............................................. 116Connecting by Wi-Fi.......................................................116Using Bluetooth® Function............................................119

Handset SettingsHandset Settings............................................................124Wi-Fi Settings.................................................................125Bluetooth® Settings.......................................................126Data Usage Settings...................................................... 126More Settings................................................................. 127Sound Settings................................................................128Display Settings............................................................. 128Storage Settings.............................................................129Battery Settings.............................................................129Power Saving Mode Settings.........................................130Apps Settings................................................................. 130Connect to PC Settings................................................. 131Location Settings........................................................... 131Security Settings............................................................132Language & Input Settings............................................133Backup & Reset.............................................................. 134Add Account Settings.................................................... 135Date & Time Settings.................................................... 136Accessibility Settings.................................................... 136Printing Settings............................................................137About Phone....................................................................137

For assistanceSaving Data.....................................................................140Backing up & Restoring................................................. 140Troubleshooting.............................................................. 141

Specifications..................................................................142Warranty & After-Sales Service................................... 142Customer Service............................................................143

Safety PrecautionsSafety Precautions.........................................................146Materials..........................................................................151General Notes................................................................. 152

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Introduction

About the User Guide

Thank-you for purchasing this product.

Before Using This Product

Read "Safety Precautions" and this guide thoroughlybeforehand for proper usage.Accessible services may be limited by subscription contractconditions.

Descriptions in the User Guide

In the User Guide, most operation descriptions are based onhandset at time of purchase.Unless noted otherwise, descriptions are for Home Screen.Some operation descriptions may be simplified.

Screenshots & Key Labels

Screenshots in the User Guide may differ in appearance withactual Display. Key labels in the User Guide are simplified fordescription purposes and differ with actual Display.

Other Notations

In the User Guide, the product is referred to as "handset."microSD™/microSDHC™ Card is referred to as "SD Card."

Accessing Instructions on Handset

Use Guide application to learn touch operations or makingsettings.

Launching Guide

In Home Screen, (Guide)

Smartphone Guide top opens.

・If using Smartphone Guide for the first time, Usage notesand Auto Update confirmation appear. Follow onscreeninstructions.

Setting Auto Update

In Smartphone Guide top, Auto Update

on / off Back

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Launching Guide from NotificationsWindow

Find Guide indicator on Status Bar. Activate the application tolearn handset operations, etc.

Drag Status Bar down to open Notifications Window

Notifications Window opens.

Tap here for Guide


Checking Operations from NotificationsWindow

While using application or function, correspondingdescription may appear by launching Smartphone Guidefrom Notifications Window.・If operation does not appear, Smartphone Guide top

opens instead.

Hiding Status Bar Indicators

Guide indicator can be hidden on Status Bar.

Drag down Status Bar to open Notifications Window Tap

here for Guide


・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.

Indicator

off Back

Setting is complete.

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Using Guide

Item Description

EnterKeyword

Search for Smartphone Guide.

Open GuideCheck operations for your purposes. Voicesearch is also available.

FAQ Check FAQ. Or access FAQ mobile website.

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Getting Started

Parts & Functions.............................................................. 8USIM Card............................................................................ 9Internal Memory and SD Card......................................... 10Charging Battery.............................................................. 13Power On/Off................................................................... 14Using Touchscreen............................................................ 14Initial Settings..................................................................15

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Parts & Functions

Handset

Part Description

ExternalDevice Port

Connect AC Charger or Micro USB Cable.

EarphonePort

Connect headphones.

ProximitySensor

Prevents Touchscreen misoperation duringa call.

NotificationLamp

Flashes for incoming transmissions. Lightswhile charging.

Earpiece Hear the other party's voice here.

FrontCamera

Capture yourself.

DisplayTouchscreen-type display; operate withyour fingers on Display.

Part Description

InternalAntenna Area

Internal Antenna for call and datacommunication.

BatteryCover

Open to insert/remove USIM Card or SDCard.

Wi-Fi/GPSAntenna Area

Internal Antenna for Wi-Fi and GPS.

Camera Capture still images and videos.

Dual Mic Reduces noise during a call.

CameraFlash

Use as camera flash in dark place.

Speaker Hear music, video sounds, etc. here.

Mic Speak here.

Keys

Part Description

Power KeyToggle Display on/off.Long Press for power on/off.

Back Key

Go back to previous screen. For onscreen

keyboard; Tap to close.

Home KeyShow Home Screen.

Menu KeyShow Menu Screen.

VolumeUp/Down Key

Adjust Volume.

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USIM Card

USIM Card is an IC card containing phone number and othercustomer information.

Handling USIM Card

・Customer is responsible for any damage caused by insertingUSIM Card in an other-brand IC card reader, etc. SoftBankMobile Corp. is not responsible in such case.

・Always keep the IC chip clean.・Wipe clean with a dry, soft cloth.・Avoid applying labels. May damage USIM Card.・See instructions included with USIM Card for handling.・USIM Card is the property of SoftBank Mobile Crop.・USIM is replaceable (at cost) in case of loss/damage.・Return USIM Card to SoftBank Mobile Corp. when canceling

subscription.・Returned USIM Cards are recycled for environmental

purposes.・Note that USIM Card specifications and performance may

change without notice.・It is recommended that you keep a separate copy of

information that is stored on USIM Card. SoftBankMobile Corp. is not responsible for damages from storedinformation that is lost.

・Always follow emergency procedures to suspend service ifyour USIM Card or handset (USIM Card inserted) is lost/stolen. For details, contact Customer Service.

・Always power off handset before inserting/removing USIMCard.

IC chip

Inserting USIM Card

Always power off beforehand.

Remove Battery Cover

・Lift the recess up to make a gap between Battery Cover andhandset. Remove Back Cover little by little along the edge.

・Be careful not to hurt fingernails.

Slowly insert USIM Card straight with metal chip facing downuntil it clicks

Attach Battery Cover

・Press Battery Cover firmly until it clicks so as not to makeany gaps between Battery Cover and handset.

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Removing USIM Card





Push USIM Card until it clicks. When USIM Card pops out,slowly pull it out



Internal Memory and SD Card

Save data to handset memory or SD Card.Handset supports SD Cards up to 32GB. Some SD Cards maynot operate properly.

SD Card Cautions

Data

Information stored on SD Card can become lost or changedaccidentally or as a result of damage. It is recommendedthat you keep a separate copy of important data. SoftBankMobile Corp. is not responsible for damages from data thatis lost or changed.

Reading/Writing Data

Never power off while reading or writing data.

Battery Level

A low battery charge may prevent reading/writing to SDCard.

Handling SD Card

Use/store SD Cards away from the reach of infants. Maycause choking if swallowed.

Inserting SD Card





Insert SD Card gently with terminals facing down.

・Insert only SD Cards.

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Formatting SD Card

When using a new SD Card for the first time, always format iton handset.

・Formatting erases all data on SD Card. Carefully check anySD Card that was used on another device before formatting.

・Charge Battery while formatting, or format with adequatebattery charge.

In Home Screen, (Settings)

Storage

Erase SD card

Erase SD card

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Erase everything

All data on SD Card is erased.

Unmounting SD Card

Always unmount SD Card before removing.


Storage

Unmount SD card OK

Item name changes from Unmount SD card to Mount SD

card . SD Card is unmounted.

Removing SD Card

Always unmount SD Card and power off first.


・Lift recess up to make gap between Battery Cover andhandset. Remove Back Cover little by little along edge.


Slowly pull SD Card straight out



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Charging Battery

Charging with AC Charger

AC Charger is an optional accessory. Use specified AC Charger (Micro USB 1.0A) (ZTDAC1) or AC Charger (Micro USB 1.8A) (ZTDAD1).For other devices, see the SoftBank Mobile Web page.

・See AC Charger manual.

Insert Micro USB plug of AC Charger into External Device Port

Raise power plug and plug AC Charger into household poweroutlet

Notification Lamp lights when charging starts.

When charging is complete, unplug AC Charger and removeMicro USB plug

Charging by PC

Micro USB Cable is an optional accessory. Use specified MicroUSB Cable (ZEDAD1).For other devices, see the SoftBank Mobile Web page.

・Always turn on PC beforehand.・Battery may not charge depending on type of connection to

PC.

Insert Micro USB plug into External Device Port

Insert USB plug into PC

Notification Lamp lights when charging starts.

After charging, remove Micro USB Cable from PC and handset

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Power On/Off

Powering On

Power Key (Long Press)

Lock screen appears.

・See "Unlocking Screen" to unlock the screen.・Startup guidance appears the first time handset is powered

on. See "Making Initial Settings" to make settings.

Powering Off


Power off OK

Handset powers off.

Using Touchscreen

Handset Display is a touchscreen. Operate with your fingerson Display.

Tap

Contact Display lightly and briefly.

Touch & Hold

Contact Display lightly; release finger when screen changes.

Drag

Touch icon or other item lightly, move it where desired, andrelease finger.

Swipe/Flick

Contact Display lightly, then brush screen up/down or left/right.

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Pinch/Spread

Contact Display lightly, then close/widen fingers.

Initial Settings

Startup guidance appears the first time handset is poweredon. Set up Google™ account, Wi-Fi, etc. Follow onscreeninstructions.

Making Initial Settings

Some steps are different in use environment.By default, initial settings in Japanese appear. Skip every stepand then switch handset language to make the initial settingsin English.

Tap 進む to proceed

In Googleアカウント設定, 後で設定する

In Wi-Fi設定, 後で設定する

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In 常時表示設定, 後で設定する

Confirmation pop-up appears.

Select はい

Confirmation pop-up for My SoftBank follows Home Screenafter a while.

Select 後で利用する

Tap 設定

言語と入力

言語 Select English

Tap to return to Home Screen (Initial Setting)

English Initial Setting appears.

Tap Next and proceed

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Set

Google Account Settings open.

・To skip Google account setup ( ), Tap Skip .

・When Location service setting appears, follow onscreeninstructions.

Existing / New

・To use an existing Google account, Tap Existing and

follow onscreen instructions.・To create a new Google account, Tap New and follow

onscreen instructions.

Next Set

Wi-Fi Settings open.

・To skip Wi-Fi Settings ( ), Tap Skip .

Follow onscreen instructions to set up Wi-Fi Next

Wi-Fi settings are made.

Next Set

Indicator Setting opens.

・To skip Indicator Setting ( ), Tap Skip .

Select OFF or ON of Guide indicator Done

Setting is made.

No / Yes

Initial settings are made.

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OK (first time) / OK / Later

All settings are made.

・For the first time use of My SoftBank, Tap OK (first

time) and follow onscreen instructions.

・For My SoftBank user, Tap OK to enter your phone

number and password, then Tap ログイン

・To skip My SoftBank log-in, Tap Later .

Basic Operations

Basic Operation.................................................................20Applications.......................................................................21Phone Number................................................................... 23Silent Mode....................................................................... 24Airplane Mode................................................................... 24Text Entry.........................................................................25Using a Google Account................................................... 27Google Play....................................................................... 29Security Codes.................................................................. 31SIM PIN.............................................................................. 32Locking Screen.................................................................. 33Updating Software........................................................... 33

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Basic Operation

Home Screen & Applications List

Most handset operations start in Home Screen (appears atpower on) or in applications list.

Selecting Options and NavigatingScreens

Tap items, icons, onscreen keys, etc. to open assigned items.

・Tap to go back to previous screen.

Menu Operations

Tap for available settings and items. Screens mayalso have settings and items that are available by Touching &Holding Display.

Handset Settings and Making Settings

In Home Screen, Tap then Tap (Settings) to customizethe operation of handset functions.

Portrait Orientation & LandscapeOrientation

The screen changes to portrait orientation when handset isrotated sideways.

・Depending on the current screen, the orientation may notchange even by changing handset orientation.

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Capturing Screenshots

Long Press Power Key and Volume Down Key at the same timeto capture a screenshot of the current screen.

・View captured screenshots in "Screenshot" album in Gallery,etc.

Applications

Launching Applications

In Home Screen,

Applications list opens.

・Tap to close applications list.

Tap the application

Application is activated.

Activating Recently-Used Applications

Open recently-used application list to activate the application.

Touch & Hold

Tap application thumbnail

Application is activated.

・Flick thumbnail left or right (up or down for landscapeview) to end application.

・Touch & Hold thumbnail and Tap App info to check the

application information.

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Applications List

Applications pre-installed by default are as follows.

Icon Function/Service

(Chrome) Access Internet via Google Chrome.

(Facebook) Activate Facebook client.

(FM Radio) Use FM radio.

(Gmail) Send or receive mails for Google accounts.

(Google)Search on handset or web pages bykeyword.

(Google+)Launch "Google+" social networking clientapplication provided by Google.

(GoogleSettings)

Make settings for Google applications.

(MySoftBank+)

Guide application providing usefulinformation from SoftBank.Check your charges, convenient handsetfeatures, and recommended products/contents.

(PlayGames)

Download games from Google Play.

(PlayStore)

Download or purchase a variety ofapplications (free/paid) from Google Play.

(PlayBooks)

Download new or bestselling e-books fromGoogle Play.

(PlayMusic)

Play sound saved in SD Card. Data issorted by ARTISTS/ALBUMS/SONGS/Playlists. Choose favorite songs to createplaylists.

(PlayMovies & TV)

Access Google Play movie rental service toselect and rent movies.

(Wi-FiSpot Settings)

Enable login to SoftBank Wi-Fi Spotautomatically in SoftBank Wi-Fi Spot area.Subscription to SoftBank Wi-Fi Spotservice is needed.

(WPSOffice)

View/edit Office documents.

(Yahoo!)

Activate Yahoo! JAPAN for smartphones.Various search menus such as "リアルタイム" (real time) for catching "tweets."Also, check news, weather, disaster, orother information.

(YouTube) Play videos or upload recorded videos.

(あんしんバックアップ)

Save handset data for People/Bookmarks/Calendar/S! Mail to the cloud server orSD Card, or load the server data to yourhandset.Convenient when changing models.

(VoiceSearch)

Use Google Voice Search.

(SoundRecorder)

Record or play voice sound. Recorded filescan be attached to email or saved to SDCard.

(Camera) Capture still images or videos.

(Calendar) View calendar to manage your events.

(Gallery) Play still images or videos.

(UrgentNews)

Receive Earthquake Early Warningor Tsunami warning delivered by theMeteorological Agency.If the warning is received when you are inthe target area, handset sounds an alert,vibrates, and message appears.Disaster/evacuation information can alsobe received from the national and localgovernments.

(DisasterMessageBoard)

Post, view, and delete whereaboutsinformation in the event of a majordisaster, such as a "6弱" (roku-jyaku, "6Lower") or larger earthquake.And saved whereabouts information isautomatically sent to specified emailaddress set in advance.

(Photos)View photos and videos. Sign in to Google+ to back them up.

(InitialSetting)

Set up necessary settings such as Googleaccount, Wi-Fi, etc. at once.

(Settings) Make handset settings.

(Downloads)

View downloaded file history.Rearrange files in chronological or filesize order, or delete several files at once.

(Guide)

Check how to use SoftBank smartphoneoperations.Also view User Guide for handset, andaccess FAQ web page.

(天気)

View weather forecast for specified areaor the current location. Check weatherinformation anytime by the indicator andchance of rain rate on Status Bar.

(Calculator)

Perform basic and other calculation.

(Phone)

Place or answer calls. Use to placeinternational calls.Call history can be checked and used toplace calls.

(Clock)

Use Alarm, World clock, Stopwatch, orTimer.In World clock, view local time for anyregion in the world.Add regions to view several regions' timesat the same time.

(Drive) View and edit files saved in Google Drive.

(NotePad)

Quickly save often-used text, memos, etc.Saved memos can be viewed later, insertedto mail message, attached to email, orconverted to text files.

(Hangouts) Chat using photos, pictograms, or videos.

(FileManager)

Search for still images, videos, music, ordownloaded files.

(Maps)Show current location map or search routeto destination.

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(Mail)

Use SMS/S! Mail on SoftBank smartphones.Use "@softbank.ne.jp" or"@x.vodafone.ne.jp" mail address.Sending or receiving of decorated mail orpictograms is available.

(Email)

Add email account to send or receiveemails.Two or more email accounts can be addedon handset.

(People) Manage contacts.

Operations on Applications List

Adding Icon to Home Screen

Touch & Hold icon in applications list Drag it anywhereon Home Screen

Putting Up Icons to Folder

Touch & Hold icon in applications list Drag it overother icon or folder

Icon is put into the folder on Home Screen.

Phone Number

Checking Your Phone Number


About phone

Status

Check phone number.

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Silent Mode

Using Silent Mode

Set ringtone, operation sounds, etc. not to sound to avoiddisturbing others around you.

・Camera shutter, video start/stop tones, etc. sound even inSilent mode.


(Silent)/ (Vibrate)

Handset is in Silent mode.

・Long Press Volume Down Key to set vibrator, and PressVolume Down Key to mute sound while vibrator is set.

Airplane Mode

Using Airplane Mode

Disable all functions that emit signals. Handset remainspowered on.


Airplane mode

Handset is in Airplane mode.

・Use same operation again while in Airplane mode to cancel.

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Text Entry

Keyboard Layout

Use software keyboard for text entry.Text entry with Android Keyboard is described here.

Enter character.

Switch to lower case.

Switch to number/symbol keyboard.

Use voice input. Touch & Hold to show Input optionsmenu.

Delete character before cursor.

Enter a line feed. Touch & Hold to open list ofpictograms and emoticons.

Enter period. Touch & Hold to open symbol list.

Enter a space. Touch & Hold to change input method.

Enter number or symbol.

Switch to enter more symbols.

Switch to alphabet keyboard.

Entering Alphabet

In text entry field, Tap software key

Entry candidates are shown above keyboard. Tap candidateto enter.

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Entering Pictograms/Emoticons

On alphabet keyboard, Touch & Hold

appears above the key. Release your finger to open listof pictograms and emoticons.

Tap tab to switch category

Candidates are shown.

Tap candidate to enter

Pictogram/emoticon is entered.

・To return to the keyboard, Tap .

Pasting Cut/Copied Text

Operation in NotePad application is described here.

Touch & Hold text

Drag / to select text

Selected text is highlighted.

・To select all text, Tap .

(Cut)/ (Copy)

Tap position to paste PASTE

Cut/copied text is pasted.

・Alternatively, Touch & Hold point to paste and then Tap

PASTE .

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Making Text Entry Settings

Set operations for text entry. Main setting items are asfollows.

Item Description

Inputlanguages

Set whether to use system language.

GENERAL

Set Auto-capitalization, operation whenTapping keys (Vibrate on keypress, Soundon keypress, Popup on keypress), Voiceinput key, etc.

TEXTCORRECTION

Set Personal dictionary, Block offensivewords, Auto-correction, etc.

OTHEROPTIONS

Set New-word suggestions or Advancedsettings.

In text entry field, Touch & Hold Android Keyboard

Settings (AOSP)

Tap each item to set

Settings are made.

Using a Google Account

Use a Google account and get more convenience with Googleservices. A Google account is required to use some services orfully use some applications.

Google Account Cautions

Be careful not to forget your Google account ID orpassword.

Obtaining a Google Account


Add account

Google

Add a Google Account appears.

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New

Enter last name Enter first name

Enter mail address


Enter password Enter password again (for confirmation)

Not now Set to enable/disable backup & restore Set

to receive the latest information from Google Play or not

・To set password recovery, Tap Set up recovery options .

Follow onscreen prompts.

I accept

Enter shown characters

・Distorted characters appear. If unreadable, enter any

character and Tap . Other distorted characters appear.

Not now

A Google account is added.

・If creating second or later Google accounts, screencontinues to sync settings.

・For using Google+, Tap Get started . Follow onscreen

prompts.

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Skip

Account creation is completed.

・To set payment information, select the item, and Tap

Next , then follow onscreen instructions.


Logging In with a Google Account

If an application is activated that requires a Google account,Add a Google Account appears. Sign in with the added Googleaccount to use the application.

In Add a Google Account, Existing

Google account login appears.

Enter mail address Enter password

Follow onscreen instructions

You are logged in to your Google account.

Google Play

Download a variety of applications (free/paid) from GooglePlay. Change the setting of downloaded applications to enablemanual or automatic updates. Log in to your Google accountbeforehand.

Installing Applications

Many different kinds of applications can be installedon handset from Google Play (provided by Google Inc.).SoftBank Mobile Corp. is not responsible in any way foruser-installed applications (quality, reliability, legality,fitness for a purpose, credibility, accuracy, etc.) orresulting malfunctions (viruses, etc.).

Installing Free Applications

In Home Screen, (Play Store)

Google Play appears.


Tap free application Install ACCEPT

Application is downloaded and installed.

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Purchasing Paid Applications




Tap paid application Tap amount Follow onscreeninstructions

Application is downloaded and installed.

Purchased Applications

Payment

Pay only once. Redownloads of uninstalled applications arefree of charge.

On Other Android Devices

Install an application on any Android device under the sameGoogle account for free.

Requesting Refunds

Refund is possible within a limited time. By requestinga refund, the application is deleted and the charge iscancelled. A refund request is valid only once per oneapplication.

In Google Play, My apps Tap application

REFUND

Purchasing Applications

Purchase applications at your own risk. SoftBank MobileCorp. is not responsible for any disadvantage resulting foruser or third parties.

Updating Applications




My apps Tap application to update

UPDATE ACCEPT

The application is downloaded and installed.


Automatic Application Updates

In Google Play, My apps Tap application

Auto-update ( )

・Automatic updates are unavailable for some applications.

Uninstalling Applications

Applications installed from Google Play can also beuninstalled.




My apps Tap application to uninstall

UNINSTALL OK

Application is uninstalled.

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Get Help with Google Play

In Google Play, HELP

The Web browser will take you to the Google Play Help Webpage.


A description for each item appears.

Security Codes

Security Codes

A Center Access Code (Call Barring Password) is requiredfor using handset. This code is the four-digit security codeat time of subscription. It is required when using optionservices from a landline phone or subscribing to fee-basedWeb information.

・Be careful not to forget Center Access Code (Call BarringPassword). If you forget Codes, you will require assistance.For details, contact Customer Service.

・Be careful to keep Center Access Code (Call BarringPassword) confidential. SoftBank Mobile Corp. is notresponsible for damages resulting from misuse by otherparties.

・Call Barring settings will be locked if incorrect Call BarringPassword is entered three times consecutively. If settingsare locked, Center Access Code (Call Barring Password) mustbe changed. For details, contact Customer Service.

・If you have previously changed Call Barring Password onSoftBank handset, enter the latest Call Barring Password toset Call Barring.

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SIM PIN

PIN is the security code for your USIM Card. It prevents thirdparties from unauthorized use of handset. By default, "9999"is set.

Enabling SIM PIN

Enable SIM PIN to show PIN entry window when handset poweris on with SIM Card inserted.


Security

Set up SIM/RUIM card lock Lock SIM card Enter

PIN OK ( )

PIN is enabled.

PIN Cautions

Entering incorrect PIN three times locks PIN. To releaselocked PIN, enter PUK (Personal Unblocking Key). Fordetails on PUK, contact Customer Service. Enteringincorrect PUK ten times consecutively locks USIM Card todisable handset operations. In that case, reissue of USIMCard at a SoftBank Shop (paid service) is needed.

Changing SIM PIN

Changing PIN is only available when PIN is enabled.


Security

Set up SIM/RUIM card lock Change SIM PIN Enter

PIN OK Enter new PIN OK Enter new PIN

again (for confirmation) OK

PIN is changed.

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Locking Screen

Display is locked after a set period of inactivity.Alternatively, Press Power Key for manual screen lock. Thissaves battery power and prevents accidental Touchscreenoperation.

Unlocking Screen

In sleep mode, Power Key

Lock screen appears.

Touch & Hold screen

Screen is unlocked.

・The method for unlocking the screen can be changed. See"Security Settings" for the unlock method.

・In Lock screen, Slide ＜＜＜ left to show icons. Tap to

activate the application from Lock screen.

Updating Software

Check whether updates are required via the Internet, andupdate as required.

Before Updating Software

Saved data may be lost depending on condition ofhandset (malfunctioning, damaged, water seepage, etc.).It is recommended that you back up important databefore updating software. SoftBank Mobile Corp. is notresponsible for damages from loss of data.

Software Update Cautions

During Update

Handset cannot be used until software is updated. It maytake time to update software.

Signal during Update

Operate handset where signal reception is good andwithout changing location. Also operate with adequatebattery charge. Signal becoming weak or Battery becominglow during an update may cause an update failure. Anupdate failure may disable handset.

If Using Other Functions

Other functions cannot be operated during a softwareupdate.

Updating Software


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SBM Fota Updates APP

Software Update window opens.

Software Update Follow onscreen instructions

Software update starts.

Software Update Setting Operations

Setting whether to Update SoftwareAutomatically

On Software Update window, Automatic Update

Settings Not automatically update / Automatically

update OK

Changing Scheduled Update

On Software Update window, Update Schedule Settings

Set time OK OK

Handset Interface

Home Screen Basics.......................................................... 36Status Bar......................................................................... 36Using Notifications Window............................................ 38Rearranging Home Screen.................................................39

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Home Screen Basics

Home Screen appears at power on; most handset operationsstart here. Customize Home Screen with application shortcuts,widgets, and folders.

Home Screen Layout

Area Description

Status Bar Drag down for Notifications Window.

HomeScreenPosition

Current Home Screen sheet.

DockTap icon to launch application or function.Customize with up to four applicationshortcuts. Also, create folders.

CustomizeArea

Place application shortcuts, folders,widgets freely.

ApplicationsList Key

Open applications list.

Toggling Home Screen Sheets

Home Screen consists of several sheets. Customize each HomeScreen sheet with icons, widgets, etc. to make handset moreconvenient. Flick Home Screen left/right to toggle sheets.

・In any Home Screen sheet, Tap to return to HomeScreen top sheet.

Status Bar

Status Bar appears at the top of Display. NotificationIndicators for new mail, etc. and Status Indicators for handsetappear here.

Status Bar Layout

Notification Indicators

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Main Notification Indicators

Notification Indicators appearing in Status Bar include thefollowing.

Indicator Description

Launch Guide (Drag Status Bar down andopen from Notifications Window)

Urgent News

Missed Call

Call Arriving/in Progress/on Hold

New Text Message (SMS)/S! Mail

New Gmail

New Email

Wi-Fi Open Network Available

USB Connected

Sharing File via Bluetooth®

Data Uploading

Data Downloading

Application Update Available

Application Installation Complete

Screenshot

Playing Music with Play Music

Calendar Event Reminder

Snoozing/Unchecked Alarm

Power Saving Mode Activated

SD Card Removed

Readying SD Card

Software Update Notice, DownloadingComplete, Stopped

Hidden Notice

Main Status Indicators

Status Indicators appearing in Status Bar include thefollowing.


Battery Level

Charging

Signal Strength

No Signal

4G LTE/4G Data in Use1

3G Data in Use

Airplane Mode

Wi-Fi Connected

Bluetooth® ON

Bluetooth® Connected

Silent (Vibrate) Mode

Silent Mode

Obtaining Current Location

Alarm Set

1　Handset supports FDD-LTE (SoftBank 4G LTE) andAXGP (SoftBank 4G); indicator appears when handset isconnected to either. Handset connects to SoftBank 4Gfirst.

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Using Notifications Window

Drag Status Bar down to open Notifications Window. OpenNotification Indicators to check details.

Opening Notifications Window

Drag Status Bar down

Notifications Window opens. Open Notification Indicatorsand check details.

・Drag up or Tap to close Notifications Window.

Notifications Window Layout

Show notifications (incoming calls, etc.) and activefunctions

Use notification option

Clear all notifications and close Notifications Window

Set items

Close Notifications Window (Drag up)

Notifications Window Operations

Clearing Notifications

Flick notification left or right

・Some notifications may not be cleared.

Zooming in/out Notification

Pinch in/out on notification

・Some notifications can be zoomed in/out. Call back tomissed call, replay mail, etc. from zoomed-in notification.

Viewing Application Information

Touch & Hold notification in Notifications Window

App info

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Rearranging Home Screen

Set Wallpaper to Home Screen, or add shortcuts, widgets andfolders for quick access to applications and files.

Operations for Rearranging HomeScreen

Moving Widgets and Icons

In Home Screen, Touch & Hold target item Drag whereto move widget

Deleting Widgets and Icons

In Home Screen, Touch & Hold target item Drag to"Remove"

Changing Wallpaper

Touch & Hold area of Home Screen without icons

WALLPAPERS

Home / Lock screen

・Alternatively, in Home Screen, Tap and then Tap

WALLPAPERS to show Wallpaper.

Flick left or right wallpaper to select

・Tap Pick image to set from images saved in handset.

Set wallpaper

Wallpaper is set.

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Adding Shortcuts

Add shortcuts for applications.

In Home Screen,

Applications list opens.

Touch & Hold application to add a shortcut to

Drag where to add shortcut

Shortcut is added.

Adding Widgets

The following widgets can be added.

Item Description

（1×1）/（2×1）/（4×1）Y!天気・災害

Show weather information for specifiedor current area. Weather indicator andchance of rain rate can be checked onStatus Bar.

Analog clockShow analog clock. Tap the widget toactivate "Clock" application.

Book Paste specified e-book to read.

Bookmark Open web pages from saved bookmarks.

Bookmarks Show Chrome bookmarks.

Calendar Show calendar events.

ContactShow set contact. Dial, send SMS or mail,etc. from the contact

Digital clockShow digital clock. Tap the widget toactivate "Clock" application.

Direct dial Dial to set contact.

Directmessage

Send SMS to set contact.

Directions Find route to specified destination.

Drive Use Google Drive.

Drive scanCapture with Camera to save in PDFformat.

Drive shortcut Use Google Drive shortcut.

Email Paste specified mail folder.

Email folder Activate specified mail folder.

FacebookButtons

Post recent event or upload images.

FacebookStatus

View or post Facebook comments.

Gmail Check mails for selected label quickly.

Gmail label Create shortcut of selected label.

Google PlayBooks

Show bookshelf for Google Play Books.

Google PlayMusic

Use Play Music Rate, play, pause or skipsongs.

Google PlayMusic

Shuffle-play songs in Play Music.

Google Search Search web pages or handset.

Google+ posts View Google+ posts.

Google+ UserLocations

Show Google+ user location.

HangoutsChat using photos, pictograms, or videochat.

Home screentips

Check tips for Home Screen operations.

Mail (detailmode)/(easymode)

Launch SoftBank Mail.

Music playlist Paste Play Music play list.

Photo Gallery View saved images.

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Play-MyLibrary

View contents such as videos and e-books.

PlayRecommendations

View contents recommended by GooglePlay.

Play StoreShow applications provided by Play Storein random order.

Power controlTurn on/off Wi-Fi or Bluetooth® ,Location, or Brightness with one-touchoperation.

Settingsshortcut

Activate specified Settings menu item.

YouTube Check popular videos etc.

Touch & Hold area of Home Screen without icons

WIDGETS

A list of widgets opens.

Touch & Hold widget to add


WIDGETS to show widgets.

Drag where to add widget

Widget is added.

Adding Folders

In Home Screen, Touch & Hold icon to place in a folder

Drag the icon to above another icon to place in the samefolder

Folder is added.

Changing Folder Names

In Home Screen, Tap target folder Tap folder name

Enter folder name

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Placing/Answering Calls...................................................44Placing a Call from Contacts/Call History..................... 46Optional Services..............................................................48Making Call Settings........................................................ 50Using People......................................................................51Importing Contacts...........................................................54Backing Up Contacts........................................................ 55

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Placing/Answering Calls

How to dial directly to make a call and answer a call, as wellas options when a call is arriving/during a call are described.

Emergency Call Location Information

If handset is used to place a call (3G) to emergencynumbers such as 110, 119, or 118, your location isautomatically reported to the emergency organization suchas Police. Location report is calculated from positioninginformation provided by call accepted base station.・This service requires no application or communication fee.・The emergency organization may not be able to determine

your precise location due to where the call was madeor signal conditions. Be sure to give your location andpurpose of the call to the emergency organization.

・Location cannot be reported if you dial with caller IDhidden, for example, using "184" prefix. However, theemergency organization may obtain your location in alife-threatening, etc. crisis.

・While using international roaming, Location report isdisabled.

Adjusting Volume of Call

Press Volume Up/Down Key during call

Hints

Q. Difficulty during call

A. It may not be possible to make a call properly in anoisy location.

A. When calling using Speaker, check the call volume.Raising the call volume may make calling difficult.

Q. Sound pops momentarily during a call

A. Are you changing location while calling? Sound popswhen signal is weak and handset switches to adifferent area.

Emergency Call Cautions

Emergency calls are restricted in Airplane mode.

Placing Calls

In Home Screen, (Phone)

Call window opens.

Tap dialpad to enter the other party's number

・Enter area code first for calling landline numbers.

Handset dials number. Call begins when other partyanswers.

To end call,

Call ends.

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Calling the Emergency Number WhenPhone's Screen is Locked

In Lock Screen, Tap EMERGENCY CALL Enter number

for emergency service

Hints

Q. Call does not connect

A. Was the number dialed using the area code? Dial thenumber starting with "0."

A. Are conditions for calling poor? Call again after movingto an area where signal is good.

Answering Calls

When a call arrives, Drag to

Call begins.

To end call,

Call ends.

Arriving Call/Using Answering MachineOperations

Canceling Ringtone

Press Volume Up/Down Key when call is arriving

Answering by Putting a Call on Hold

When call is arriving, Drag to Hold To

answer call,

Rejecting Arriving Calls

Drag to when call is arriving

Answering with Answering Machine

When call is arriving, Drag to Answering

machine To answer call,

Playing Back Answering Machine Messages

In Home Screen, (Phone) in list item

with

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Sending SMS Message When Unable to AnswerCalls (Quick Reply)

When call is arriving, Drag to Select amessage

・Tap Write your own... to write message.

In-Call Screen Layout/In-Call Operations

During a call, Tap icons to use the following functions.

Show name/number of other party

Show image registered for contact

End call

Show dialpad

Call using Speaker

Show call time

Mute your voice to the other party

Call window opens; Save phone number

In-Call Operations

Recording Voice

During a call, Record

・To end recording, Tap Stop Recording .

Playing Recorded Voice

In Home Screen, (Sound Recorder) My

recordings Select from recording list

Placing a Call from Contacts/CallHistory

Make calls quickly using Contacts and Call History.

Placing a Call from Contacts

In Home Screen, (People)

People appears.

Tap target contact

Tap number


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To end call,

Call ends.

Placing a Call from Call History


Last minute history, Favorites or recently called contactsappear (Speed Dial).

Call History opens.

・Tap the last minute history or contacts in Speed Dial to dialthe other party.

・Tap ALL to show list of contacts with phone numbers.

・To rearrange contacts in Speed Dial, Touch & Hold contact.

Tap target contact


・Tap target image in History to show contact information.Tap icon to send mail or SMS.

・Tap MISSED to show missed calls list.

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To end call,

Call ends.

Call History Operations

Showing Call Information

In History,

・Tap icon to send mail or SMS.

Selecting Call History to Delete

In History, Touch & Hold list item to delete Remove

from call log

Deleting All History

In History, Clear call log OK

Adding Contact from Call History

In History, of list item to add Add to contacts

CREATE NEW CONTACT Enter items DONE

・Or add to already saved contact.

Deleting Frequently-Used Contacts

In Speed Dial, Clear frequents OK

Optional Services

Use convenient optional services.

Optional Services

Use the following optional services.

Service Description

Call Barring Restrict calls according to situation.

Caller IDShow or hide your number when placingcalls.

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Using Caller ID Notification


Settings

Call window opens.

Additional settings

Caller ID On/Off Caller ID ON / Caller ID OFF

Caller ID is set.

Using Call Barring

Restrict calls from specified numbers.

・Call Barring requires Call Barring Password.・Entering incorrect Call Barring Password three times

disables Call Barring. Call Barring Password must bechanged. For details, contact Customer Service.

・If you have previously changed Call Barring Password onSoftBank handset, enter the latest Call Barring Password toset Call Barring.


Settings

Call window opens.

Call Barring Settings

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Tap target option to restrict Enter Call Barring Password

OK OK

Call Barring is set.

Making Call Settings

Making Call Settings

Make call-related settings. Settings can be made for thefollowing items.

Item Description

Phoneringtone

Set ringtone.

Vibrate whenringing

Enable vibration for ringtone.

Dial pad touchtones

Set whether to sound when Tappingdialpad.

DualMicrophone

Set whether to reduce noise during a call.

Quickresponses

Edit SMS message for sending when unableto answer calls.

Call BarringSettings

Restrict call/SMS.

RejectNumbers

Set call rejection.

AnsweringMachine

Set whether to activate AnsweringMachine automatically.

Call PartyAddress

Set whether to recognize "＊" andfollowing digits as call party address forspecified device.

Additionalsettings

Set Caller ID notification.


Call window opens.

Settings

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Set items

Call-related settings are complete.

Setting Answering Machine

In Call Settings, Answering Machine Answering

Machine ( )

・Tap Ringing duration to set ring time.

Using People

Save phone numbers, mail addresses, etc. to People.

Contacts Cautions

Information saved in People may be lost or changed ifhandset is left uncharged. Accident or malfunction mayalso cause loss or change to information. Accident ormalfunction may also cause loss or change to information.It is recommended that you keep a separate copy ofcontacts and other important information. SoftBank MobileCorp. is not responsible for any damages from lost orchanged contacts.

Adding New Contacts


People appears.


Enter items DONE

Contact is added.

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Operations When Saving Contacts

Saving Contacts from Call Window

Save a number entered in call window directly to People.

In Home Screen, (Phone) Tap dialpd to

enter phone number Add to contacts CREATE

NEW CONTACT Enter each item DONE

Adding Additional Items

In new contact, Add another field Select item

DONE

Setting Groups

In new contact, GROUPS Tap group name ( )

・To add new group, Tap Create new group , enter group

name, then Tap OK .

・To set contacts saved in "Phone-only, unsynced" to group,create groups in advance.

Creating Groups

In contact, Enter group name DONE

Checking Contacts


People appears.

Tap contact to check

Contact details appear.

Operations When Checking People

Adding Contacts to Favorites

In contact details, ( )

・Contacts in Favorites are shown in Speed Dial after

Tapping (Phone).

Placing Calls

In contact details, Tap phone number

Sending Mail

In contact details, mail address or at the right of

phone number Create/send mail

・If application selection appears, follow onscreeninstructions.

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Contacts Screen Layout

Part Description

Contactstab

Show all contacts.

Favoritestab

Show favorite contacts.

ME View or edit your contact details.

ImageShow registered image details. Tap to callor create mail.

Search Search contacts.

Groups tab Show contact groups.

IndexShow index to search contact by Japanesesyllabary or alphabetical order.

Contacts Tap to show contact details.

Add new Add a new contact.

Editing Contacts


People appears.

Tap target contact Edit

Edit items DONE

Contact changes are complete.

Operations When Editing Contact

Adding Image

When editing, Tap image area at the upper right Select

saving method Save DONE

Saving Several Phone Numbers

When editing, Tap Add new for item to add Enter

phone number etc. DONE

Deleting Saved Phone Number, Etc.

When editing, Tap × for item to delete DONE

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Deleting Contacts


People appears.

Tap target contact Delete

OK

Contact is deleted.

Importing Contacts

Importing Contacts from SD Card

Import (load) People contacts that are backed up on SD Card.


People appears.

Import/export

Import from storage


Contacts are imported.

・If account selection appears, select account.

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Backing Up Contacts

Back up (save) People contacts to SD Card.

Backing Up Contacts to SD Card


People appears.

Import/export

Export to storage

OK

People contacts are saved to SD Card.

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Messaging & Internet

Messaging.......................................................................... 58S! Mail Initial Setup......................................................... 58Thread List/Folder List................................................... 59Sending S! Mail/SMS.........................................................60Sending Decore Mail by S! Mail.......................................62Opening & Replying to S! Mail/SMS................................63Managing S! Mail/SMS...................................................... 64Operations When Creating S! Mail/SMS..........................71S! Mail/SMS Settings........................................................74Creating/Sending Gmail....................................................76Checking Received Gmail..................................................77Managing Saved Gmail......................................................78Using Email........................................................................82Using Chrome.................................................................... 85

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Messaging

S! Mail

Exchange messages with S! Mail-compatible SoftBank handsetsand email compatible devices (other mobiles, PCs, etc,) beyondSMS character entry limit; attach media files.

SMS

Exchange short messages (up to 160 single-byte characters)using handset numbers as addresses.

Gmail

Gmail is Google's webmail service. Handset automatically syncswith Gmail.

Email

Use email (POP3/IMAP4) on handset.

・Set up an email account beforehand.・Sending/receiving email on handset syncs handset and

mail server; sent/received messages (in the POP protocol,received messages only) are also accessible from PCs.

S! Mail Initial Setup

Setting Up S! Mail Initially

When activating S! Mail for the first time, complete setup tosend/receive S! Mail using Wi-Fi.

In Home Screen, (Mail)

Setup to Wi-Fi connection window opens.

・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts.

Set Now

Wi-Fi connection setup is complete and thread list opens.

・To perform setup later, Tap Set Later .

Completing Wi-Fi Connection Setup forS! Mail via Menu Items

If you Tap Skip at initial startup, complete setup to

send/receive S! Mail using Wi-Fi as follows.

In thread list, Send/Receive Settings Wi-Fi

Connection

Cautions for Sending/Receiving S! MailUsing Wi-Fi

International S! Mail Transmission Fees

Transmission fees apply when sending international S! Mailmessages even if Wi-Fi is in use.

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S! Mail Reception while Display is CompletelyDark (Screen Lock Active)

To receive S! Mail messages using Wi-Fi even when Displayis completely dark (Screen lock active), enable Wi-Fi

connection in sleep ( Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep ） in

Advanced for Wi-Fi.

Thread List/Folder List

View mail in thread list or folder list.Thread list view is described in this User Guide.

Folder List

Operation for folder list may be different. For details, seeSoftBank Mail manual (http://help.mb.softbank.jp/app/smail/pc/index.html) (Japanese).

Switching between Thread List andFolder List


Tap name of the current list view

Tap name of the list view to change to

The list view switches.

・When SMS/S!Mail Automatic Switching is enabled ( ),

Tap at bottom to change list views.

http://help.mb.softbank.jp/app/smail/pc/index.html

http://help.mb.softbank.jp/app/smail/pc/index.html

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Thread List

Sent and received S! Mail/SMS is displayed sorted by recipient.When viewing messages exchanged with Yamamoto-san,messages are displayed as a conversation with Yamamoto-sanwithin a single thread.

Thread with mailing contact

Message text entry field

Exchanged message content

Send S! Mail/SMS

Folder List

Messages are sorted and saved in folders such as Inbox, SentBox, and created subfolders.

Sending S! Mail/SMS

Sending S! Mail/SMS

S! Mail/SMS Switching

S! Mail/SMS may automatically switch at sending,depending on whether a subject is entered, text length,etc.・To enable selection of S! Mail or SMS when creating new

mail, in Home Screen, (Mail) Common

Settings Tap SMS/S!Mail Automatic Switching

( ).

About Drafts

Tap while creating S! Mail or SMS to save messageas draft.

Drafts are saved to Draft Box in folder list, and are

indicated as in thread list. Open an S! Mail/SMS draftto edit and send it.

Sending S! Mail/SMS


・Alternatively, enter phone numbers or email addresses inRecipient field directly.

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Phonebook / Outgoing History / Incoming History /

Mail Group

・Tap Phonebook , Outgoing History , or Incoming

History to select recipients from People, Outgoing History,

or Incoming History.・Tap Mail Group to select a mail group and set all the

members on the list as recipients.

Select recipients OK

・Tap Phonebook / Outgoing History / Incoming History /

Mail Group to change recipient lists.

・After setting recipients, Tap to check recipients'phone numbers/email addresses or set them to Cc/Bcc.

・If Cc/Bcc is set, message is sent via S! Mail.・To delete a recipient, Tap and then .

Alternatively, Tap and then Delete recipient .

Tap Subject/text entry field Enter subject/text

・Tap to attach a file. For details, see "Attaching Files."・If a subject is entered or a file is attached, the mail is sent

as S! Mail.

Send

S! Mail/SMS is sent.

・Failed S! Mail/SMS messages are saved as drafts.

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Sending Decore Mail by S! Mail

Using a Template

Choose from a variety of designs to decorate mail.

In Home Screen, (Mail) Tap message filed

Template Flick left/right to select template

SELECT


Enter recipients Enter subject Enter text Send

Decore mail is sent.

Decorating S! Mail

While entering message text, Tap decoration type

Message is ready to be decorated.

・Flick left/right to view other decoration types.

Decorate following onscreen instructions

Decorate while entering message text.

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Opening & Replying to S! Mail/SMS

Handset receives S! Mail/SMS messages automatically bydefault. Optionally, retrieve messages manually, and alsoretrieve all messages stored on the server.

Opening New S! Mail/SMS

When message arrives, new message notice and NotificationIndicator appear.

Read

Thread detail opens.

・To open new message from Notification Indicator, DragStatus Bar down for Notifications Window, then Tapcorresponding notification.

・For two or more new messages, thread list opens.

Spam Mail

Set spam filtering to save messages from senders not inPeople to Spam. New mail notification does not appear. Tocheck messages saved to Spam:

In Home Screen, (Mail) Spam mail

・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts.

Retrieving S! Mail/SMS Manually


Mail is received.

Retrieving Server Mail

In Home Screen, (Mail) Handle Server

Mail

Receive whole content for all server mails / Receive subject

and sender for all server mails

Server mail is received.

Replying to S! Mail/SMS

In S! Mail/SMS message window, /

Enter text Send

Message is sent.

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Forwarding S! Mail/SMS

In S! Mail/SMS message window,

Enter recipient(s) Enter text Send

Message is forwarded.

Managing S! Mail/SMS

Viewing S! Mail/SMS


Thread list opens.

Tap thread

Thread detail opens.

・Tap threads with to view drafts and unsent messages.

Tap message

S! Mail/SMS message opens.

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Widgets

Widgets allow message information to be viewed fromHome Screen. Widgets appear in simple (top of Display)and detailed (bottom of Display) views. Check numberof unread messages in simple view. Check date/time andpreview of messages in addition to number of unreadmessages in detailed view. Content of latest messageappears if all messages are read.

Message Operations

Deleting All Server Mail

In thread list, Handle Server Mail Delete

all mails Delete OK

Checking Available Storage on Mail Server

In thread list, Handle Server Mail Check

storage space

Protecting Messages

In thread details, Touch & Hold message

To cancel protection, Tap again

Saving Attachments

In S! Mail/SMS message window, Tap ( )

of attachments to save Save

Deleting Threads in Thread List

In thread list, Touch & Hold thread Delete

・To select several threads, Touch & Hold first thread,then Tap other threads.

Deleting Message in Thread list

In thread details, Touch & Hold message

Delete

Reporting Spam in Thread Details

In thread details, Touch & Hold message Yes

・Only one message can be selected.

Reporting Spam in S! Mail/SMS Message Window

In S! Mail/SMS message window, Declare

Spam Yes

Listing Addresses of Senders/Recipients inThread Details

In thread details, List Address

Listing Addresses of Sender/Recipients in S!Mail/SMS Message Window

In S! Mail/SMS message window,

Thread List

Sender/date & time sent, received, saved, etc.


Unread messages

Draft

Send failure

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Thread Details

Sender/subject/message text/date & time sent, received,saved, etc.

Icon Description

Delivery Report

High Priority

Low Priority

Protected

Scheduled Sending

Send Failure

Scheduled Auto Resend

Draft

S! Mail/SMS Message Window

Sender/recipients/subject/date & time sent, received,saved, etc.

Message text

Icon Description

Sender/recipients list. Tap for list ofaddresses included in sender/recipientfields.

Delivery report. Tap for report. Appearsfor sent messages.

Attachment. Tap to save attachment.

Backing Up S! Mail/SMS Data

Back up message data on handset to SD Card or other media.

・Back up message data on handset. Data for all messagesmust be backed up together at the same time.

・When SD Card is not installed, messages can be backed up tohandset memory.


Common Settings

Mail Save&Load

Backup/Restore

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Backup(S!Mail Specific) OK

OK Airplane mode ( )

Backup starts.


Backup is complete.

Restoring S! Mail/SMS Data

Restore message data backed up to SD Card or other media tohandset.


Common Settings

Mail Save&Load

Backup/Restore

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Restore(S!Mail Specific) OK


Tap files to restore OK

Restore starts.


Restore is complete.

Moving S! Mail/SMS Data (Export)

Export message data on handset in vMessage format to SDCard or other media. vMessage format is compatible withother smartphones and SoftBank mobile phones (3G).

・Export either received message data, sent message data,drafts, or unsent message data saved on handset alltogether. Data for all messages must be saved together atthe same time.

・When SD Card is not installed, messages can be exported tohandset memory.


Common Settings

Mail Save&Load

Export/Import

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Export(vMessage) OK

・If download confirmation and terms of agreement appear,follow onscreen prompts.

Tap message category 実行

Export starts.

OK

Export is complete.

Exporting Message Data

Where Message Data is Exported

Exported message data is saved to the locations below inSD Card or handset memory.・Received message data: private/MYFOLDER/Mail/Inbox/

Inbox.BCK・Sent message data: private/MYFOLDER/Mail/Sent

Messages/Sent Messages.BCK・Draft/unsent message data: private/MYFOLDER/Mail/

Drafts/Drafts.BCK

Filenames of Exported Data

Filenames of exported data are formatted as the year,month, and date saved to SD Card/handset memory.For example, message data saved on March 1st, 2012 isformatted as "12030100.vmg." Several files saved on thesame day are formatted starting as "12030101.vmg," withthe last two digits increasing sequentially. If handset clockis unset, formatting appears as "XXXXXX.vmg."

Moving S! Mail/SMS Data (Import)

Import message data exported to SD Card or other media invMessage format to handset.

・To import data from a previously used mobile phone, etc.,first save the data you want to import to SD Card or othermedia.


Common Settings

Mail Save&Load

Export/Import

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Import(vMessage) OK

Tap message category OK


Tap files to import OK

Import starts.


Import is complete.

Importing Message Data

Where Message Data is Imported

Imported message data is loaded from the locations belowin SD Card or handset memory.・Received message data: private/MYFOLDER/Mail/Inbox/

Inbox.BCK・Sent message data: private/MYFOLDER/Mail/Sent

Messages/Sent Messages.BCK・Draft/unsent message data: private/MYFOLDER/Mail/

Drafts/Drafts.BCK

Importing Message Data with Security Set

This application also imports messages for which privacysettings, such as secret mode, were configured on aprevious mobile phone. Imported data can be viewed.

Unimportable Message Data

Message data that was encrypted and backed up on aprevious mobile phone cannot be imported with thisapplication.

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Operations When Creating S! Mail/SMS

Use these functions when sending, replying to, or forwardingmessages.

Attaching Files

While creating S! Mail,

Tap file category Follow onscreen prompts

File is attached.

Specify Date/Time to Send

Create a message to be sent automatically at a specific time.

After entering recipients/subject/message text,

Sending Reservation

Specify date to send on Set

Specify time to send at Set

OK

Message is saved to drafts folder, and automatically sentat the specified time on the specified date.

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Entering Emoji Pictograms

While entering subject/message text,

Tap emoji

Emoji is entered.

・Tap My PIC while entering message text to select My

pictograms.

Previewing before Sending

Check how created S! Mail/SMS will be viewed.

While creating S! Mail/SMS, Preview

Preview opens.

Setting Priority Levels

While creating S! Mail, Set priority

Tap priority level OK

Priority level is set.

Requesting Delivery Reports

While creating S! Mail/SMS, Delivery reports

Request a delivery report for this message you send ( )

OK

Requesting of delivery reports is set.

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Deleting a Message Draft

Discard a message that is being created without saving it as adraft.

While creating S! Mail/SMS, Delete

Delete

Mail draft is discarded.

Switching to S! Mail

Available when SMS/S!Mail Automatic Switching is disabled.

See "Common Settings" for details.

While creating SMS, Switch to S!Mail

OK

Handset switches to S! Mail.

Switching to SMS

Available when SMS/S!Mail Automatic Switching is disabled.

See "Common Settings" for details.

While creating S! Mail, Switch to SMS

OK

Handset switches to SMS.

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S! Mail/SMS Settings

Make settings for S! Mail/SMS.

Common Settings

Settable items are the following.

Item Description

MessageNotice

Enable pop-up notification for newmessages.

Sound/Vibration

Set ringtone, vibration, new mail lamp,etc. for new messages.

Thread ModeEnable conversation thread view formessages.

Color StyleSetting

Set the screen design.

Font Sizeoptions

Set the font size.

SMS/S!MailAutomaticSwitching

Enable automatic switching between S!Mail and SMS when mail is sent.

Show SubjectField

Enable Subject field to be shown in threadlist view.

Double enlargeimage

Show small images at double-size.

My PictogramSetting

Change the display order of or delete Mypictograms.

Decore PictureSetting

Change the display order of or deletedecore pictures.

MailSave&Load

Back up/restore message data or export/import message data in vMessage format.vMessage format is compatible with othersmartphones and SoftBank mobile phones (3G).

Spam mailfolder

Enable sorting of messages from sendersnot in People to Spam.

Initialization Return message settings to defaults.

AdvancedSettings

Enable old messages to be automaticallydeleted and set number of messages thatcan be saved. Check used space on SD Cardand handset.


Common Settings Set each item


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Settable items are the following.

Item Description

ReceiveSettings

Make S! Mail/SMS receive settings. Setwhat portions of S! Mail to first retrieve,and whether to automatically check newmessages when activating S! Mail.

Send Settings

Make S! Mail/SMS send settings. Setwhether to quote a message whenreplying, whether to request deliveryreports for sent messages, and whether toshow confirmations.

Wi-FiConnection

Make S! Mail settings for Wi-Ficonnections.

SMS Send/ReceiveSettings

Set the application used for sending/receiving SMS.

DisplayProgress

Set whether to send and receive messagesin the background.


Send/Receive Settings Set each item


Mail Group Settings


Mail Group Settings

Mail Group Settings open.

Mail Group Setting Operations

Adding a Mail Group

In Mail Group Settings, Add Mail Group Enter group

name OK

・To enter emoji, Tap .

Adding Members to a Group

In Mail Group Settings, Tap group Add Group Member

Phonebook / Outgoing History / Incoming

History / Direct Input Select/enter contact to add

OK

Editing a Group Name

In Mail Group Settings, Touch & Hold group Edit group

name OK

・To enter emoji, Tap .

Deleting a Group

In Mail Group Settings, Tap next to group

Delete

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Deleting Members

In Mail Group Settings, Tap group Tap next to

member Delete

Number/Address Settings

Settable and viewable items are the following.

Item Description

Phone Number View phone number.

Mail Address View mail address.

Change MailAddress

Navigate to My SoftBank to change mailaddress, etc.


Number/Address Settings Set each item


Creating/Sending Gmail

Use Google's mail service. Log in to a Google accountbeforehand.

Gmail Cautions

Gmail is handled as email from a PC. Restricting email fromPCs on handset prevents handset from receiving Gmail.

Creating/Sending Mail

In Home Screen, (Gmail)

Inbox opens.

Mail composition window opens.

Enter recipient/subject/mail text

Message is sent.

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Operations when Composing Gmail

Adding Cc/Bcc

In mail composition window, Add Cc/Bcc

Add recipient

Attaching Still Images/Videos

In mail composition window, Attach file

Select application Select file to attach

Saving as a Draft (Send Later)

While composing mail, Save draft

Mail is saved as a draft for later.

Deleting Mail Being Composed

In mail composition window, Discard

Discard

Checking Received Gmail

Gmail groups sent and received mail by subject (ConversationView).

Opening New Gmail

When new Gmail arrives, appears in Status Bar.


Tap new Gmail

The new received Gmail opens.

・For two or more new Gmail messages, Inbox opens.

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Opening Gmail


Inbox opens.

Tap target thread

The received mail message opens.

Operations when Opening Gmail

Replying to Mail

When received mail message is open, Compose

mail

Forwarding Mail

When received mail message is open, Forward

Compose mail

Managing Saved Gmail

Using Labels

Gmail saves all mail in one box. Adding labels to each threadsorts threads by label. For example, when a new thread startswith a received mail, the label "Inbox" is automatically addedto the thread. By then adding the label "travel," all threadswith "travel" are shown in a list.


Inbox opens.

Touch & Hold target thread

・Several threads are also selectable.

Change labels

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Select a label ( ) OK

Label is added.

Switching Labels

In INBOX, Primary Tap label to switch to

Selected labeled threads appear.

Archiving Threads

Remove sent and received Gmail (threads) so they do notappear in Inbox. When replies arrive for archived threads, theyappear in Inbox again.


Inbox opens.


Thread is archived.

・Several threads are also selectable.・Alternatively, Flick target thread left or right to archive.・Tap UNDO to undo archive.

Muting Threads

If registered on a mailing list, there will be threads withalways-continuing conversations. For long threads that arenot important, mute the threads and they will no longerappear in Inbox. When mail arrives that includes user's addressas a recipient or in Cc, mail will again appear in Inbox.


Inbox opens.



Mute

Thread is hidden.

・Tap UNDO to undo mute.

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Deleting Threads


Inbox opens.


Thread is deleted.

・Several threads are also selectable.・Tap UNDO to undo deletion.

Searching Mail


Inbox opens.

Enter search text

Search results appear.

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Reporting Spam


Inbox opens.



Report spam / Report phishing

The thread is reported as spam/phishing.

Adding a Google Account


Handset settings open.

Add account


A Google account is added.

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Switching Google Accounts


Inbox opens.

Primary

Tap account to switch to

Account switches.

Using Email

Setting an Account

Check username (user ID), password, server name, etc.beforehand for the email account.

In Home Screen, (Email)

A window for adding an account appears the first timeonly.

Follow onscreen instructions to set account

Email is set.

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Adding an Account


Email list opens.

Settings

Add account


An email account is added.

Creating/Sending Email


Email list opens.

Mail composition window opens.

Enter recipient/subject/mail text

Message is sent.

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Opening New Mail

When new email arrives, appears in Status Bar.


Tap new email

The new received email message opens.

・For two or more new email messages, email list opens. Selectthe new mail to open.

Opening Mail


Email list opens.

Tap target mail

Email message opens.

Operations when Opening Email

Resetting Mail as Unread

Touch & Hold mail to be set as unread in email list

Deleting Mail

Touch & Hold mail in email list

Syncing Accounts Manually

Switch to the account to be synced, and Tap

Refresh

Sync sent and received email messages manually at anytime regardless of the automatic sync settings.

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Deleting an Account



Tap account type Tap account Remove

account Remove account

The account is deleted.

Using Chrome

Use the browser simply by entering search words and URLs.

SSL/TLS

SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) and TLS (Transport LayerSecurity) are protocols for encrypting sent/received data.While in a screen connected by SSL/TLS, data is encryptedto safely send/receive private information, credit cardnumbers, corporate secrets, etc., and provide protectionagainst online threats (eavesdropping, falsification,impersonation, etc.).

SSL/TLS Cautions

When opening a secured page, users must decide as theirresponsibility whether or not to open the page with useof SSL/TLS. SoftBank Mobile Corp. and the CertificationAuthorities Symantec Website Security G.K. and CybertrustJapan Co., Ltd. make no guarantees whatsoever to usersregarding security of SSL/TLS.

Using Chrome

In Home Screen, (Chrome)

Chrome opens.

・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.・Tap Take a tour to check operations.

Tap entry box at top Enter search words or URL

Search results appear or Web page opens.

・Tap URL in text message (SMS) or mail to automaticallyactivate Chrome.

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Chrome Operations

My SoftBank Sign-in

In My SoftBank, check your charges or points, changesubscriptions or mail address, or set spam filtering.

In Chrome window/Web page, Bookmarks

My SoftBank Follow onscreen instructions

Searching within Web Page

In Web page, Find in page Enter search

text

Search results are shown highlighted.

Clearing Saved Data

Clear cache or cookies.

In Chrome window/Web page, Settings

Privacy CLEAR BROWSING DATA Select item (

) Clear

Adding Bookmarks


Show Web page to add

Add bookmark window opens.

Check/change label, URL, etc. Save

Current Web page is added to Bookmarks.

Bookmark Operations

Editing Bookmarks


Touch & Hold target bookmark Edit bookmark

Edit Save

Deleting Bookmarks


Touch & Hold target bookmark Delete bookmark

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Access from Bookmarks


Bookmarks

Bookmarks open.

Tap bookmark

Selected bookmark web page opens.

Showing Browsed History


History

History opens.

Tap address

Web page opens.

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Opening New Tabs

Open several tabs to switch between Web pages easily.


New tab

New tab appears.

・To switch tabs, Tap at the upper right of window,then Tap target tab. (Number accompanied by icon indicatesopened tabs.)

Setting Chrome

Make various settings for Chrome.


Settings Set items

Settings are made.

Camera

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Capturing Still Images/Videos

Capturing Still Images/Videos

File Format for Still Images

File format for still images is JPEG.

File Format for Videos

Camera supports MPEG4 format.

Camera Cautions

If Lens Becomes Dirty

Fingerprints/smudges on lens prevent capturing of clearstill images/videos. Wipe lens with a soft cloth beforehand.

Avoiding Exposure to Direct Sunlight

Be careful not to expose lens to direct sunlight for longperiods. May discolor color filter and affect color ofimages.

Camera Flash Warning

Do not shine Camera Flash close to eyes. Do not lookdirectly at Camera Flash when shining. Do not shine CameraFlash at other people's eyes. May affect eyesight, etc.

Capturing Still Images

Captured still images are saved to handset (memory).

・SD Card can be set as saving destination if inserted.

In Home Screen, (Camera)

Photo Viewfinder appears.


Aim Camera at subject (Shutter)

Shutter clicks and still image is saved.

・To lock the focus, Tap Viewfinder.・By default, Face Detection takes precedence for focusing.・After capturing, a thumbnail image appears at upper right

on Viewfinder. Tap to open the captured image.

Capturing Operations (Still Images)

Using Zoom

Pinch/Spread fingers on Viewfinder

Capturing with Volume Key

Aim Camera at subject Confirm auto-focus on the

subject while Pressing Volume Up/Down Key Releaseyour finger from Volume Up/Down Key

A still image is captured.

Checking Captured Still Images

Flick Viewfinder left Flick left or right to select animage

Selected still image appears.・When image is selected, Flick right to the left edge to

return to Viewfinder.

Switching Front Camera and Back Camera

In Viewfinder, /

Capturing Panorama Images

In Viewfinder, / Move handsetwhile checking Viewfinder to capture

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Photo Viewfinder Layout

Show Settings tab to set options. Indicators differdepending on HDR, Flash mode, Exposure, Location,White balance settings.

Shutter

Switch to Still Image/Video/Panorama

Auto Focus frame

Capturing Videos

Captured videos are saved to handset (memory).

・SD Card can be set as saving destination if inserted.



Video Viewfinder appears.

Aim Camera at subject (Start recording)

Video recording starts.

To stop recording, (Stop recording)

Video recording stops and video is saved.

・Tap to pause recording. To resume, Tap .・After capturing, a thumbnail image appears at upper right

on Viewfinder. Tap to open the captured video.

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Using Zoom

Pinch/Spread fingers on Viewfinder

Capturing Still Image While Recording Video

Tap Viewfinder while recording a video

A still image is captured.

Checking Captured Still Videos

Flick Viewfinder left Flick left or right to select

image

Video plays.・When image is selected, Flick right to the left edge to

return to Viewfinder.

Switching Front Camera and Back Camera

In Viewfinder, /

Video Viewfinder Layout

Show Settings tab to set options. Indicators differdepending on Flash mode, Location, White balancesettings.

Start/Stop recording

Switch to Still Image/Video/Panorama

Viewing Captured Still Images/Videos (Gallery)

Viewing Still Images/Videos

Show still images and videos captured and saved to SD Card.Supported file formats are as follow.

Type File Format

Still image BMP, JPEG, GIF, PNG, WebP

Video MPEG4, 3GP, WebM

In Home Screen, (Gallery)

Album list opens.

Select an album

Still image/video list opens.

・If you want to select another album, tap to returnto the Albums tab.

Tap still image/video to view

Still image opens/video plays.

・To play video, Tap .・Tap a still image or video to view it in full screen.

Operations when Viewing Still Images/Videos

Zooming In or Out on Still Image/Video

Tap Display twice or pinch to check a still image/video.

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Using Slideshow

In image list, Slideshow

・To end slideshow, Tap the screen.

Setting Image

In image list, Touch & Hold image Set picture

as Follow onscreen instructions

Deleting Image

In image list, Touch & Hold image Delete

OK

Editing Captured Still Images (Gallery)

Rotating Still Images


Album list opens.

Tap an album


Touch & Hold still image to rotate Rotate left /

Rotate right

The still image is rotated and overwritten

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Trimming Still Images


Album list opens.

Tap an album


Touch & Hold still image Edit

Edit screen opens.

・If application selection appears, select PhotoEditor.

Modify Drag cropping frame to adjust size/position

Save

Cropped still image is saved as a separate file.

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Sharing Still Images and Videos

Use Gallery to send still images and videos using email ormultimedia messages. Send still images and videos to acomputer or other device using Bluetooth® .

Sending Still Images or Videos by Email

Send still images/videos as email attachments.


Album list opens.

Tap an album


・To select multiple items, Touch & Hold an image to turn onmultiple select. Tap items.

Touch & Hold a still image/video

Share (Email)/ (Gmail)/ (Mail)


・If you have multiple email accounts, the default emailaccount will be used.

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Sending Still Images or Videos UsingBluetooth®

Select several still images, videos, or both and send them toanother device or computer using Bluetooth® .


Album list opens.

Tap an album


Touch & Hold a still image/video

Share Bluetooth


Making Camera Settings

Switch Scene mode to match the shooting purpose and setCamera to work as desired.

Switching Scene Mode

By default, "Auto" is set.



Scene mode

Scene mode setting opens.

Tap a mode

Scene mode switches.

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Setting Camera Functioning

Main setting items are the following.

・Some items cannot be set depending on Scene mode.

Item Description

Scene mode1 Shoot with mode that matches the scene.

Store location Set whether to save location information.

Picture size1 Change capturing size.

Histogram1Set whether to show histogram onViewfinder.

Picturequality/Videoquality

Set image quality.

ZSL1Set whether to capture soon by Pressingthe shutter (zero shutter lag).

Countdowntimer1

Capture when set timer elapses.

Beep duringcountdown1

Set whether to sound beep for capturingby countdown timer.

StoragePosition

Set saving storage when SD Card isinserted.

AUTO HDR1

Set whether to use Auto HDR (HighDynamic Range). Capture with mostsuitable settings automatically accordingto the situation.

Color effectAdd various effects to capture impressivestill images/videos.

FaceDetection1

Set whether to detect face to focus on.

Touch AF/AEC1

Set whether to focus by TappingViewfinder.

SelectableZone Auto...1

Set focusing.

Saturation1 Set saturation level.

Contrast1 Set contrast level.

Sharpness1 Set sharpness level.

Select AutoExposure...1

Set auto-exposure mode.

Anti Banding1 Set anti-banding. Reduce streaky noise.

Select ISO1 Set ISO.

WaveletDenoiseMode1

Set whether to eliminate noise.

Exposure1 Set exposure.

White balance Set white balance.

Flash modeSet flash mode. Set to use as light whencapturing video.

Focus mode1 Set focus mode.

RedeyeReduction1

Set whether to perform red-eye reduction.

AE-Bracket1Set whether to use AE-Bracket whencapturing. Capture with auto-exposure.

Time lapse2Set whether to capture still images inregular intervals to join and create video.

Video Format2 Set video format.

VideoEncoder2

Set video encoder.

AudioEncoder2

Set audio encoder.

Videoduration2

Set auto-stop time for capturing video.

1　Settable for still images.2　Settable for videos.



/ /

Settings open.

・To make video settings, switch to Video Viewfinder.・Alternatively, Touch & Hold Viewfinder and then slide to

each icon.

Tap setting item Set items

Settings are applied.

Camera Setting Operations

Setting Picture Size

In Photo Viewfinder, Picture size Set

size

Setting Image Quality for Video Capturing

In Video Viewfinder, Video quality

Set image quality

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Using HDR (High Dynamic Range)

Reduces white-out or black-out even in backlit or otherhigh-contrast scenes.

In Photo Viewfinder, ( )

・Normal still image and HDR still image are saved for onecapture.

Useful functions

Using Urgent News.........................................................100Using Google Maps......................................................... 101Using Hangouts...............................................................102Using Google Search.......................................................103Searching for Information by Voice (Voice Search).....103Using Calculator............................................................. 104Using Calendar................................................................ 104Using Clock......................................................................106Using Facebook............................................................... 109Using YouTube................................................................ 109Listening to Music (Play Music)....................................110Using NotePad................................................................ 112Using PC Files.................................................................113

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Using Urgent News

View received "Earthquake Early Warning" or "TsunamiWarning" distributed by the Meteorological Agency, and"Disaster and Refuge Information" issued by national or localauthorities (receive setting is enabled by default).

Disabling Urgent News

In Received Message list, Urgent News

Incoming Setting Urgent News Incoming Setting (

)

Urgent News Cautions

Reception

Depending on usage/situation, handset may receive UrgentNews for other areas or no Urgent News. SoftBank MobileCorp. is not responsible for damages caused by usingthis service, including accidents resulting from receivedinformation, reception timing, or reception/receptionfailure.

Standby Time

While Urgent News is enabled, standby time is shorter.

If Urgent News Arrives

and a message appear in Status Bar. Handset alert soundsand vibration differentiate between quake alerts/tsunamiwarnings and disaster/evacuation information.

・Urgent News is not received during calls or transmissions, orwhen signal is weak.

・Alert sounds for arriving Urgent News even if in Silentmode.


Notifications Window opens.

Tap the Urgent News

Received Urgent News list opens.

Tap the Urgent News to open

The received Urgent News opens.

Opening Old Received Urgent News

In Home Screen, (Urgent News)

Received Urgent News list opens.

Tap the Urgent News to open

The Urgent News opens.

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Features available with Google Maps include maps of currentlocation, routes to destinations, and views of trafficconditions and aerial views.

Viewing Maps of Specified Places

In Home Screen, (Maps)

Map opens.


Tap Search field

Enter address, city, facility name, etc. Tap address, city,facility name, etc. in candidates

A map of the specified place opens.

Google Maps Operations

Viewing Current Location

Set GPS function beforehand.

In map,

Obtaining Useful Area Information for CurrentLocation


In map, "Search" Tap information to obtain Tapinformation to check

View Traffic Information, Aerial Photos, Etc. inMap


In map, Tap information to view

Check Route to Destination

Use the route to the destination.

In map, (car)/ (public transport)/

(on foot) Enter in Choose starting point…/Choosedestination...

・Route candidates to the destination appear in a list.

Checking Detailed Operation for Map

In map, Help

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Using Hangouts

Hangouts is Google's instant messaging service. Use tocommunicate with other Hangout users, and also use videocalling. Log in to a Google account beforehand.

Using Hangouts

In Home Screen, (Hangouts)

Hangouts appears.


Enter friend's name, mail address, phone number, circle

Tap friend Follow onscreen instructions

Chat window/video chat window opens.

・Each time text is entered, the corresponding friend appears.・If a friend is not in Hangouts, a message appears. Tap Send

invite to invite them to the Hangout.

Hangouts Operations

Ending Chat

In Hangouts window, Flick the chat to end left/right

Ending Video Chat

In video chat window,

Disabling Chat History

Do not create a chat history.

In chat window, Turn history off

Delete Chat History

Delete all chat history.

In chat window, Delete Delete

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Using Google Search

Search information saved on handset and in handsetapplications as well as on the Internet.

Searching

In Home Screen, (Google)

Search window opens.

・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.・If a description for Google Now appears, Tap Next and

read information. Tap YES, I'M IN. on last page to use

Google Now

Enter search keywords Tap search result/


・To search by voice, Tap and speak words to search withinto handset.

Google Search Operations

Changing Search Information

In search window, Settings Phone

search Select where to search ( )

Using Google Now

Google Now automatically searches for information basedon search keywords used until now, user's current location,etc. and presents search results in the search screen.Google Now also informs user of scheduled events.

In search window, Settings OFF on

Google Now YES, I'M IN.

・To use all of Google Now's functions, set Location

to ON beforehand, and set Location Reporting and

Location History in Google Location Reporting to ON .

Canceling Google Now

In search window, Settings ON on

Google Now Select whether to disable Location

History Turn off

Searching for Information byVoice (Voice Search)

Search for information on the Internet by voice.

Using Google Voice Search

In Home Screen, (Voice Search)

Voice search appears.

Speak words to search with into handset


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Using Calculator

Using Calculator

In Home Screen, (Calculator)

Calculator appears.

Tap onscreen keys for calculation

Calculation result appears.

Copying/Cutting Calculation Result

Touch & Hold calculation result Cut / Copy

Using Calendar

Use Calendar to manage a schedule. Sync handset Calendarwith Google Calendar online. Log in to a Google accountbeforehand.

Adding Events to Calendar

In Home Screen, (Calendar)

Calendar appears.

New event

Add event window opens.

Enter title, start date/time, end date/time, etc. DONE

Event is added.

Calendar Operations

Viewing Today's Calendar

In Calendar, Today

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Changing Calendar View

In Calendar, Month / Week / Day / Agenda

Viewing Next/Previous Month (Month View)

In Calendar, Flick up/down

Viewing Next/Previous Week (Week View)

In Calendar, Flick left/right

Viewing Next/Previous Day (Day View)

In Calendar, Flick left/right

Viewing Next/Previous Time Period (Day/WeekView)

In Calendar, Flick up/down

Checking Events


Calendar appears.

Tap date Tap event

Event details appear.

・In event details, Tap Edit to edit event.

・In event details, Tap Delete to delete event.

Syncing Calendar


Calendar appears.

Calendars to display

Tap sync item ( )

Sync setting is changed.

・Tap Calendars to sync to set each account's calendar

sync.

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Using Clock

Set and use alarms, world clock, stopwatch and timer.

Setting Alarms

In Home Screen, (Clock)

Clock appears.

Tap time to add alarm

Time setting opens.

Set time Done

Alarm is set.

・To disable alarm, in alarm window, Tap ON ( ).

Operations at Alarm Time

Handset at Alarm Time

At the set alarm time, handset sounds alarm and vibrates.

Stopping an Alarm

In alarm window, Drag to (Wake up) or (Snooze).

Alarm Operations

Setting Alarm Volume

In alarm window, Settings Set items

Setting Alarm Sound or Vibration

In alarm window, Set items

Adding Alarms

In alarm window, Set time Done

Deleting Alarms

In alarm window,

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Using World Clock


Clock appears.

City list opens.

Tap city to add

The city clock is added to world clock screen.

World Clock Operations

Setting Clock Type

In clock window, Settings Set items

Deleting Added City

In clock window,

Using Timer


Clock appears.

Timer appears.

Enter time START

Countdown starts.

・When set time has elapsed, handset sounds alarm. To stop

countdown or alarm, Tap STOP .

Timer Operations

Setting Timer

In timer window, Enter time START

Resetting Timer

In timer window,

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Deleting Timers

In timer window,

Using Stopwatch


Clock appears.

Stopwatch appears.

Start

Timing starts.

Stop

Time is shown.

Stopwatch Operations

Timing Laps

While timing,

Resetting Timed Result

In stopwatch window,

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Using Facebook

Exchange recent happenings with friends or browseinformation about companies, organizations, etc. Fordetails on Facebook, visit Facebook website (https://www.facebook.com/).

Sharing Information on Facebook

In Home Screen, (Facebook)

Facebook appears.

・For the first time use of Facebook, sign in to your account

or Tap Sign Up for Facebook to create a new account and

sign in.

Using YouTube

View a variety of video contents uploaded to YouTube, andupload videos from handset.

Viewing Videos

In Home Screen, (YouTube)

YouTube appears.


Tap video

Video plays.

・Tap Display while a video is playing for play/pause.

Posting a Video

In YouTube window, Uploads Tap

video Enter title etc.

・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.・Set your YouTube account beforehand.

https://www.facebook.com/

https://www.facebook.com/

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Listening to Music (Play Music)

Playing Music

Play back music, playlists, etc. Supported file formats are asfollows.

・AMR-NB, AMR-WB, AAC-LC, aacPlus, Enhanced aacPlus, 3GP,MP4, m4a, Standard Midi File, MP3

In Home Screen, (Play Music)

Play Music appears.


Listen Now

Tap item Tap song to play

Song plays.

Music Playback Screen Layout

Music title/artist

Show music image/Change queue

Music image

Play time

Indicator

Repeat all music/Repeat a music/Switch normal play

Play previous music/Play current music again

Pause/Play

Show queue

Add to playlist, Move to Artists, Move to album, Delete/Save queue

Music Rating

Play time

Shuffle play ON/OFF

Play next song

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Creating Playlists

In Home Screen, (Play Music)

Play Music appears.

Listen Now

for item/music to add Add to playlist

New playlist

Enter playlist name and description Create playlist

Playlist is created.

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Using NotePad

Quickly register often-used text, memos, etc.

Adding to NotePad

In Home Screen, (NotePad)

Note list opens.

New Enter text Save

Note is saved.

Note Operations

Editing Notes

In notes list, Tap note Edit Edit Save

Deleting Notes

In notes list, Tap note Delete OK

Deleting Two or More Notes at Once

In notes list, Multi-Select Tap note ( )

Delete OK

Sharing Notes

In notes list, Tap note Share Tap share method

Operate sharing application

Exporting Notes to SD Card

In notes list, Tap note Export OK

Exporting Two or More Notes to SD Card atOnce

In notes list, Multi-Select Tap note ( )

Export OK

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Using PC Files

View or edit files created in Microsoft® Office (Word, Excel® ,PowerPoint®), or view PDFs.

Using WPS Office

・WPS Office may be unavailable or documents may appearincorrectly depending on the file.

In Home Screen, (WPS Office)

WPS Office appears.

・If terms of use appear, follow onscreen instructions.

Tap file type Tap target file

File appears.

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Connecting to PC via USB

Connect handset and PC to use handset data on the PC, orinstall driver software.

Transferring Data between Handset andPC

・Insert SD Card beforehand.・Avoid removing Micro USB Cable or SD Card during data

transfer.・Exchange data with a PC by the following methods.

Method Description

Media device (MTP)

Transfer files between handset memoryor SD Card and PC such as still images,videos, and music.

Camera (PTP)Use Camera software to transfer stillimage or video files between handsetmemory or SD Card and PC.

Install driver

Select this option when using thesefeatures the first time (Connect to PCsoftware and Media device (MTP)) isenabled or the function is disabled.

Connect handset and PC with Micro USB Cable

Connection window opens on PC.

・When the connection window does not open on the PC, DragStatus Bar down to open Notifications Window, and Tap

Connected as a media device / Connected as a camera /

Connected to install driver

Media device (MTP) / Camera (PTP) / Install driver

Handset is recognized and data exchange is available.

・After using, remove Micro USB Cable from handset and thePC.

Connecting by Wi-Fi

Handset supports Wi-Fi (wireless LAN). Access the Internetvia a household Wi-Fi connection environment. For Wi-Firouter (manufactured by FON) users, see "Fonルーターかんたん設定ガイド (http://mb.softbank.jp/mb/special/network/pdf/wifi_howto_01.pdf)" for details.

Automatic Updates for Optimizing Wi-Fi Connection

While using Wi-Fi, updates for optimizing connection maybe received or applied automatically.

Enabling Wi-Fi


Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi settings open.

OFF

Wi-Fi is enabled ( ).

・Access points are scanned. Available access points appearafter scanning.

・To disable Wi-Fi, Tap ON ( ).

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Operations when Wi-Fi Is Enabled

Enabling Notification when Open Network IsAvailable

In Wi-Fi settings, Advanced Network

notification

・Available when Wi-Fi is ON.

・Tap Network notification to toggle on ( )/off

( ).

Setting Timing for Pausing Connection

In Wi-Fi settings, Advanced Keep Wi-Fi

on during sleep Tap setting item

Enabling Scanning with Location Services orApplications while Wi-Fi Is Off

In Wi-Fi settings, Advanced Scanning

always available

・Tap Scanning always available to toggle on ( )/off

( ).

Enabling Wi-Fi Only for Stable Connection

In Wi-Fi settings, Advanced Avoid poor

connections

・Tap Avoid poor connections to toggle on ( )/off

( ).

Installing Certificates

In Wi-Fi settings, Advanced Install

certificates Follow onscreen instructions

Enabling Electricity Reduction When Wi-Fi Is On

In Wi-Fi settings, Advanced Wi-Fi

optimization

・Tap Wi-Fi optimization to toggle on ( )/off ( ).

Checking MAC Address

In Wi-Fi settings, Advanced

・MAC address appears below "MAC Address."

Checking IP Address

In Wi-Fi settings, Advanced

・IP address appears below "IP address."

Selecting a Network Connection

Select a scanned Wi-Fi network and connect.


Wi-Fi


OFF



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Tap Wi-Fi network Enter password Connect

Handset is connected.

・The password, for a household wireless LAN router, issometimes found on a sticker on the router (WEP, WPA, KEY,etc.). Contact the router manufacturer for information.For password for a public wireless LAN, check with user'sservice provider.

・Entering a password is not required if an access point is notsecurity protected.

Wi-Fi Operations

Scanning Access Points

In Wi-Fi settings, Scan

Available access points appear after scanning.

Connecting with WPS PIN

In Wi-Fi settings, WPS Pin Entry Follow

onscreen instructions

Making Settings Manually forConnecting


Wi-Fi


OFF



Enter Wi-Fi network setting Save



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Disconnecting Wi-Fi


Wi-Fi


Tap connected access point Forget

Wi-Fi is disconnected.

・After disconnecting from an access point, the password mayneed to be entered again to reconnect.

Using Bluetooth® Function

Connect to a Bluetooth®-capable wireless phone, etc. for callsor to a hands-free device such as a headset.

Hints

Q. Cannot use Bluetooth®

A. Is handset in Airplane mode? Bluetooth®function turnsoff when Airplane mode is set. In Airplane mode, turnon Bluetooth® again.

Bluetooth® Function Cautions

Information may not appear correctly on both devicesdepending on the transferred data.

Using Bluetooth® Function

The Bluetooth® function is a technology that enables wirelessconnection with PCs, Bluetooth® devices with hands-freedevice, etc.

Function Description

Audio output Listen to music, etc. wirelessly.

Hands-freecalls

Call hands-free, using Bluetooth®-capablehands-free devices and headsets.

Data exchange Exchange data with Bluetooth® devices.

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Enabling Bluetooth® Function

・Wireless connection to all Bluetooth® functions is notguaranteed for handset.

・Handset may not connect properly depending on the otherdevice.

・Noise may be experienced with wireless calls and hands-freecalls depending on the conditions.


Bluetooth

Bluetooth® settings open.

OFF

Bluetooth® function is enabled ( ).

・To disable Bluetooth® function, Tap ON ( ).

Registering Bluetooth® Devices

Search for and pair nearby Bluetooth® devices. PairedBluetooth® devices can be connected simply.

・Enable the Bluetooth® function on the Bluetooth® devicesbeing paired beforehand.


Bluetooth


・Nearby Bluetooth® devices appear in "Usable devices."・If a target device is not found, Tap SEARCH FOR DEVICES

and search again.

Tap device Follow onscreen instructions to accept device

The Bluetooth® device is paired to handset.

・Methods for accepting differ depending on devices beingpaired.

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Connecting to Paired Bluetooth®

Devices


Bluetooth


・Paired Bluetooth® devices appear in "Paired devices."

Tap device

Handset connects to Tapped device.

Bluetooth® Operations

Enabling Handset to Be Discoverable by OtherDevices

In Bluetooth® settings, Tap handset name

・Tap handset name to toggle discoverable/undiscoverablesetting.

・Indication below handset name changes to "Visible toall nearby Bluetooth devices." Handset then can bediscovered by other Bluetooth® devices within time set in

Visibility timeout .

・After time set in Visibility timeout passes, handset is

no longer visible automatically, and no longer appears onunpaired devices.

・Settable when Bluetooth is enabled.

Changing Name of Paired Device

In Bluetooth® settings, for paired device

Rename Enter name OK

・Emoji are unavailable for the name.・Settable when Bluetooth is enabled.

Canceling Pairing

In Bluetooth® settings, for paired device

Unpair


Enabling Service from Paired Device

In Bluetooth® settings, for paired device Tapitem in "PROFILES"

・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.・Settable when Bluetooth is enabled.

・Available when paired device providing a service.・Tap item to toggle on ( )/off ( ).

Searching for Other Devices

In Bluetooth® settings, SEARCH FOR DEVICES

・Available when Bluetooth is enabled.

Changing Handset Name Appearing on OtherDevice

In Bluetooth® settings, Rename phone

Enter name Rename


Setting Time that Handset Is Discoverable byOther Devices

In Bluetooth® settings, Visibility timeout

Tap setting item


・Tapping Never time out does not automatically set

handset as unvisible.

Checking Files Received by Bluetooth® Transfer

In Bluetooth® settings, Show received files


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Sending Data by Bluetooth®

People data is described as an example.


Tap contact to send

Share Bluetooth

Tap device

Data is sent.


Receiving Data by Bluetooth®

People data is described as an example.

appears in Status Bar for a data request from anotherdevice. Follow steps below for other device to receive data.


Tap Bluetooth® transfer notification Accept

After data is received, open Notifications Window

Tap Bluetooth®share notification Tap data Tap

application to use Always / Just once

Data is added.


Opening Received Files

In Bluetooth® window, Show received files

Tap file

・Follow onscreen instructions.

Handset Settings

Handset Settings............................................................124Wi-Fi Settings.................................................................125Bluetooth® Settings.......................................................126Data Usage Settings...................................................... 126More Settings................................................................. 127Sound Settings................................................................128Display Settings............................................................. 128Storage Settings.............................................................129Battery Settings.............................................................129Power Saving Mode Settings.........................................130Apps Settings................................................................. 130Connect to PC Settings................................................. 131Location Settings........................................................... 131Security Settings............................................................132Language & Input Settings............................................133Backup & Reset.............................................................. 134Add Account Settings.................................................... 135Date & Time Settings.................................................... 136Accessibility Settings.................................................... 136Printing Settings............................................................137About Phone....................................................................137

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Handset Settings

Handset Settings

In Home Screen, Tap (Settings) to customizeoperation of handset functions.Handset settings include the following items.

Item Description

Wi-Fi Enable Wi-Fi connection.

Bluetooth Enable Bluetooth® connection.

Data usage Check mobile data traffic and set limit.

More…Set other functions for wireless andnetworks.

Sound Set ringtone, operation tones, etc.

Display Set brightness, wallpaper, etc.

StorageCheck handset and SD Card memory space.Also, perform SD Card mount and erase SDCard data.

Battery Check Battery usage.

Power SavingMode

Restrict functions of specific applicationsto reduce power consumption.

Apps Check installed and running applications.

Connect to PCSet operations when handset is connectedto PC.

Location Enable location information.

Security Set Screen lock, passwords, etc.

Language &input

Set functions for language and text entry.

Backup &reset

Back up handset information and initializehandset.

Add account Create/add accounts and sync accounts.

Date & time Set functions for date and time.

Accessibility Set functions for Accessibility.

Printing Set Cloud Print, etc.

About phone Check handset status.




SETTINGS .

Set items

Settings are made.

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Wi-Fi Settings

Wi-Fi Settings


Wi-Fi


OFF



Tap Wi-Fi network Enter password Connect


・The password, for a household wireless LAN router, issometimes found on a sticker on the router (WEP, WPA, KEY,etc.). Contact the router manufacturer for information.For password for a public wireless LAN, check with user'sservice provider.


・For details on PC connection, see "Connecting by Wi-Fi."

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Bluetooth® Settings

Bluetooth® Settings


Bluetooth

Bluetooth® settings appear.

OFF

Bluetooth® function is enabled ( ).

・To disable Bluetooth® function, Tap ON ( ).

・For details on Bluetooth® setting, see "Using Bluetooth®

Function."

Data Usage Settings

Data Usage Settings

Check amount of mobile data transfers and set limit on usage.


Data usage

Data usage window opens.

Data Usage Operations

Enable Mobile Data

In data usage window, OFF / ON for "Mobile data"

・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.・Tap OFF to enable, and ON to disable.

Set Amount for Alert when Data UsageIncreases

In data usage window, Drag right end of horizontal bar (orange) up/down on graph

・Data usage amounts are approximate. Actual amounts maydiffer.

・Settable when Mobile data is enabled.

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Enable Restriction on Use of Mobile Data

In data usage screen, Set mobile data limit

・Tap Set mobile data limit to toggle on ( )/off

( ).・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.・When use of mobile data is restricted, Drag right end of

horizontal bar (red) on graph to set upper limit.・Settable when Mobile data is enabled.

Set Date for Resetting Data Usage

In data usage window, tap calculation period for "Data

usage cycle" Change cycle... Flick date up/down

to select reset day for each month Set

Check Data Usage for Each Application

In data usage window, Drag bottom of both vertical bars

(white) on graph left/right to show usage period Tapapplication name at bottom

Enable Permission for Data Roaming

In data usage window, Data roaming

・Tap Data roaming to toggle on ( )/off ( ).


Enable Restriction on Mobile Data inBackground

In data window, Restrict background data

・Tap Restrict background data to toggle on ( )/off

( ).・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.

Enable Restriction on Using Mobile Data withWi-Fi

In data usage window, Show Wi-Fi usage

・Tap Show Wi-Fi usage to toggle on ( )/off ( ).

・If Show Wi-Fi usage is enabled, Wi-Fi tab appears at

top. Tap to make settings for restricting mobile data usewith Wi-Fi.

More Settings

More Settings

Make settings for other functions. Settable items are thefollowing.

Item Description

Airplane modeDisable all settings that emit signals.Handset remains powered on.

Default SMSapp

Set default message application.

VPN Add a VPN.

Mobilenetworks

Set a network mode, etc.


More…

Set items

Settings are made.

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Sound Settings

Sound Settings

Make settings for Silent mode, ringtone, operation tones, etc.Settings can be made for the following items.

Item Description

Volumes Set volume for phone ringtone, alarm, etc.

Phoneringtone

Set phone ringtone.

Vibrate whenringing

Enable vibration for ringtone.

Defaultnotificationsound

Set notification sound.

Dial pad touchtones

Enable operation tones when Tappingdialpad.

Touch soundsEnable operation tones when Tapping amenu.

Screen locksound

Enable tone when locking/unlockingscreen.

Vibrate ontouch

Enable vibration when Tapping dialpad,etc.


Sound

Set items

Settings are made.

Display Settings

Display Settings

Set brightness, wallpaper, etc. Settable items are thefollowing.

Item Description

Brightness Set brightness of Display.

Wallpaper Set Wallpaper for Home Screen.

Lock screenwallpaper

Set Wallpaper for lock screen.

Auto-rotatescreen

Set whether to rotate Display withhandset orientation automatically.

SleepSet a period of inactivity after whichDisplay turns off automatically.

DaydreamSet Daydream on/off or activationconditions.

Font size Set size of font for Display.

Cast screenSet to mirror handset screen on GoogleCast devices.


Display

Set items

Settings are made.

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Storage Settings

Storage Settings

Check handset and SD Card memory space. Also perform SDCard mount and erase SD Card data. Settable items are thefollowing.

Item Description

Save location Set saving location.

Total spaceCheck total space in handset memory andSD Card.

AvailableCheck available space in handset memoryand SD Card.

Mount SD card Mount SD card.

Unmount SDCard

Cancel recognition of SD Card for saferemoval. For details, see "Unmounting SDCard."

Erase SD carddata

Initialize SD Card. For details, see"Formatting SD Card."


Storage

Check/Tap items

Check how much space is available on handset and SD Card.

Battery Settings

Battery Settings

Check Battery usage.


Battery

Tap items

Check Battery condition.

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Power Saving Mode Settings

Power Saving Mode Settings

Set Power Saving Mode. Settable items are the following.

Item Description

Low batterysaving

Set battery level to activate Low batterysaving or functions to turn off.

On timesaving

Set time zone to activate Low batterysaving or functions to turn off.


Power Saving Mode

Set items

Settings are made.

Apps Settings

Apps Settings

Check installed applications and running applications. Itemsthat can be checked are the following.

Item Description

DOWNLOADED Check downloaded applications.

RUNNING Check running applications.

ALL Check all applications.


Apps

Tap items

Check applications.

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Connect to PC Settings

Connect to PC Settings


Connect to PC

Set items

Settings are made.

・For details on PC connection, see "Connecting to PC viaUSB."

Location Settings

Location Settings

Enable location information. Settable items are the following.

Item Description

Mode Set a location obtaining mode.

RECENTLOCATIONREQUESTS

Show applications using recently usedlocation.

LOCATIONSERVICES

Permit applications to use locationinformation.


Location

Set items

Settings are made.

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Security Settings

Security Settings

Set Screen lock, USIM Card lock, etc. Settable items are thefollowing.

・Displayed items depend on the setting for Screen lock .

Item Description

Screen lock Set Screen lock.

Improve facematching

Improve face recognition accuracy.

Livenesscheck

Enable requirement of blinking for facerecognition.

Make patternvisible

Enable pattern to be visible as pattern istraced to unlock screen.

Automaticallylock

Set time until screen locks after Displaylight goes out after period of inactivity.

Power buttoninstantlylocks

Enable Screen lock soon after PressingPower Key.

Owner infoSet owner information that appears inlock screen.

Encrypt phone Encrypt handset data.

Set up SIM/RUIM cardlock

Set to require PIN code when powering onhandset.For details, see "SIM PIN."

Makepasswordsvisible

Enable password to be visible as passwordis entered.

Deviceadministrators

Enable terminal administrator to beshown.

App ops Check running applications.

Unknownsources

Enable installation of applications fromunknown sources.

Verify appsProhibit installation of possibly harmfulapplications or warn before installation.

Storage type Check storage type.

Trustedcredentials

Show trusted credentials.

Install fromSD Card

Install certificates from SD Card.

Clearcredentials

Delete all certificates.


Security

Security settings open.

Set items

Settings are made.

Security Operations

Setting Screen Not to Lock

In security settings, Screen lock None

・If method for unlocking screen is setting other than

None or Long press before changing setting, first

tap Screen lock and unlock screen.

Unlocking Screen by Dragging on Screen

In security settings, Screen lock Long press




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Unlocking Screen with Face Recognition

In security settings, Screen lock Face Unlock

Read onscreen information Set it up Continue

Frame face in guides Wait for message "Face

captured" to appear Continue Tap backup

method if face recognition does not unlock screen Set

pattern/PIN OK



Tap Screen lock and unlock screen.

Unlocking Screen by Tracing Pattern

In security settings, Screen lock Pattern Trace

new pattern Continue Trace new pattern again

Confirm




Unlocking Screen with PIN

In security settings, Screen lock PIN Enter

new PIN Continue Enter new PIN again OK




Unlocking Screen with Password

In security settings, Screen lock Password

Enter new password Continue Enter new

password again OK




Showing Owner Information in Lock Screen

In security settings, Owner info Show owner info

on lock screen

・Tap Show owner info on lock screen to toggle on

( )/off ( ).・Enter owner information to be shown after enabling

Show owner info on lock screen .

Language & Input Settings

Language & Input Settings

Set functions for language and text entry. Settable items arethe following.

Item Description

Language Set the language shown on Display.

Spell checkerEnable spelling to be checked duringentry.

Personaldictionary

Add words to the user dictionary.

Default Set the method for entering text.

iWnn IME Set operation of an iWnn IME keyboard.

Androidkeyboard (AOSP)

Set operation of an Android keyboard.

Google voicetyping

Enable use of voice input.

Voice Search Make detailed voice search settings.

Text-to-speech output

Make detailed voice-to-text settings.

Pointer speedSet the speed of the pointer for a mouse/trackpad.


Language & input

Set items

Settings are made.

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Language & Input Operations

Set the Display Language

In Language & input window, Language Tap language

Set Input Method

In Language & input windown, Default Tap input

method

Set Android Keyboard as Keyboard

In Language & input window, for "Android keyboard

(AOSP)" Tap setting Follow onscreen instructions

Enable Voice Input

In Language & input window, Google voice typing

・Tap Google voice typing to toggle on ( )/off ( ).

Set Voice Output when Using Voice Search

In Language & input window, Voice Search Tap

setting Follow onscreen instructions

Set Output for Text-to-speech Output

In Language & input window, Text-to-speech output

Tap setting Follow onscreen instructions

Set Speed of Pointer for Mouse/Trackpad

In Language & input window, Pointer speed Drag on

bar to adjust speed OK

Backup & Reset

Backup & Reset

Make settings for backing up information and initializing data.Settable items are the following.

Item Description

Back up mydata

Enable backup for application data, etc.

Backupaccount

Check the account used for backing updata.

Automaticrestore

Enable recovery of data.

Factory datareset

Initialize handset data.

・Initializing handset erases all data on handset. It isrecommended that you back up important data beforehand.

・Erased information cannot be restored. Erase after checkingadequately.


Backup & reset

Set items

Settings are made.

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Backup & Reset Operations

Backing Up Data

In Backup & reset window, Back up my data

・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.・Tap Back up my data to toggle on ( )/off ( ).

Setting Backup Account

In Backup & reset window, Backup account Select

account

・Settable when Back up my data is enabled.

Enabling Automatic Restore

In Backup & reset window, Automatic restore

・Tap Automatic restore to toggle on ( )/off ( ).

・Settable when Back up my data is enabled.

Resetting Handset

In Backup & reset window, Factory data reset Reset

phone Erase everything

・To erase data on SD Card in handset, Tap Erase SD card

data ( )

・Authentication may be required depending on the unlockmethod setting.

Add Account Settings

Add Account Settings

Create/add accounts and make sync settings.


Add account

A window to add an account opens.

Select account to add Follow onscreen instructions

Account is added.

Set Applications to Sync for EachAccount

In account sync/settings window, Tap account to syncTap sync item

・Tap sync item to toggle on ( )/off ( ).

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Date & Time Settings

Date & Time Settings

Set functions for date and time. Settable items are thefollowing.

Item Description

Automaticdate & time

Set date automatically

Automatictime zone

Enable use of time zone information fromthe network.

Set date

Set the date manually.

Available when Automatic date & time

is cancelled ( ).

Set time

Set the time manually.

Available when Automatic date & time

is cancelled ( ).

Select timezone

Set the time zone manually.

Available when Automatic time zone is

cancelled ( ).

Use 24-hourformat

Enable 24-hour format.

Choose dateformat

Set the date format.


Date & time

Set items

Settings are made.

Accessibility Settings

Accessibility Settings

Set functions for accessibility. Settable items are thefollowing.

Item Description

SERVICES Set Accessibility services.

CaptionsSet captions on/off, language, font sizeor style.

Magnificationgestures

Enable zooming in/out by Triple-Tappingscreen.

Large text Enable large text for Display.

Power buttonends call

Enable end of call by Pressing Power Key.

Auto-rotatescreen

Enable automatic rotation of Display.

Speakpasswords

Enable password to be read aloud.

Accessibilityshortcut

Set to activate accessibility functionsfrom shortcut.

Text-to-speech output

Make detailed text-to-speech settings.

Touch & holddelay

Set time to press Display for Touch &Hold.


Accessibility

Set items

Settings are made.

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Printing Settings

Printing Settings

Set Cloud Print, etc.


Printing

Printing window opens.

・Follow onscreen instructions.

About Phone

About phone

Check handset status. Items that can be checked/set are thefollowing.

Item Description

SBM FotaUpdates APP

Make settings for Software Update.For details, see "Updating Software."

Status Check condition of handset.

Legalinformation

Check copyright information, terms ofuse, etc.

Model number Check model number.

Processor info Check processor information.

Androidversion

Check the Android version.

Basebandversion

Check the baseband version.

Kernel version Check the kernel version.

Build number Check the build number.


About phone

Set items

Check handset information.

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Saving Data.....................................................................140Backing up & Restoring................................................. 140Troubleshooting.............................................................. 141Specifications..................................................................142Warranty & After-Sales Service................................... 142Customer Service............................................................143

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Saving Data

Saving Destination

Save data to handset memory or SD Card. For details oninserting/removing SD Card, see "Internal Memory and SDCard."Saving destination when creating data cannot be changed.Main saving destinations are the following.

Data type Description

People,Bookmarks,Calendar,Mail, Memo

Saves to handset memory when creatingdata.

Still Images,Videos

Saves to SD Card when creating data.

Backing up & Restoring

Backing up & Restoring

The methods of backing up/restoring are the following.

Method Description

Operationon eachapplication

Changes the setting on some applications.

Connection toPC etc.

Connects to PC etc. to transfer data. Fordetails, see "Connecting to PC via USB."

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Troubleshooting

Check Here First

Check the following Q & A. If problem persists, visit yournearest SoftBank Shop or contact Customer Service GeneralInformation.

Hints

Q. Handset freezes/operation is unstable

A. Power on handset again. If powering off is unavailable,Long Press Power Key for at least ten seconds. Datathat was being edited is erased after handset ispowered on again.

Q. Operation is unstable after a new application wasinstalled

A. The newly installed application may be the cause.Uninstall the application in Safe mode. See"Uninstalling Applications." To power on handset inSafe mode:

Power Key (Long Press) Touch & Hold Power

off Check Display, OK

・After powering on in Safe mode, "Safe Mode" appearsat lower left.

・After restarting in Safe mode, handset can bepowered on as usual.

・Before powering on handset in Safe mode, it isrecommended that you back up important data.

・By powering on handset in Safe mode, added widgetsmay be deleted.

Q. Cannot use phone, mail, or Internet

A. Check whether you are where signal is weak or out ofservice area.

A. Power on handset again.

A. Is handset in Airplane mode? To check that Airplanemode is canceled:

In Home Screen, (Settings) More...

Airplane mode ( )

A. Is data communication disabled? To check that datacommunication is enabled:


Mobile networks Data enabled ( )

A. Is a disabled access point set? To reset to initialsettings:


Mobile networks Access Point Names

Reset to default

Q. Battery level goes down quickly

A. Are you where signal is weak or have been out ofservice area for a long period? Calling where signalis weak or being out of service area uses a lot ofBattery.

Q. Cannot install applications

A. Applications cannot be installed with only a little freespace on handset or SD Card. To check free space,see "Storage Settings." Applications not supported byhandset cannot be installed.

Q. Cannot unlock screen

A. Power on handset again. If powering off is unavailable,Long Press Power Key for at least ten seconds. Datathat was being edited is erased after handset ispowered on again.

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Specifications

Handset

Item Description

Dimensions (Wx H x D)

Approx. 132 x 67 x 10 mm

Weight Approx. 139 g

ContinuousTalk Time

3G: Approx. 760 minutes

ContinuousStandby Time

Approx. 640 hours (3G)Approx. 410 hours (4G, AXGP)Approx. 470 hours (4G, FDD-LTE)

Charging Time Approx. 160 minutes

MaximumOutput

0.1 W (3G: 2.1 GHz)0.07 W (3G: 900 MHz)0.08 W (4G: AXGP)0.08 W (4G: FDD-LTE, 2.1 GHz)0.08 W (4G: FDD-LTE, 1.7 GHz)0.06 W (4G: FDD-LTE, 900 MHz)

CommunicationSpeed

SoftBank 4G: Up to 110 Mbps (Down)/Upto 15 Mbps (Up)SoftBank 4G LTE: Up to 150 Mbps (Down)/Up to 50 Mbps (Up)3G High speed (HSUPA): Up to 5.76 Mbps3G High speed (HSDPA): Up to 14 MbpsULTRA SPEED (HSPA+): Up to 21 Mbps

・Use handset within 5℃ - 35℃ in temperature, 35% - 90%in humidity (for temporary use, within 36℃ - 40℃ intemperature)

Internal Battery

Item Description

Voltage 3.80 V

Type Lithium-ion

Capacity 2000 mAh

Warranty & After-Sales Service

Warranty

Handset purchase includes Warranty.

・Confirm shop name and purchase date.・Read contents of Warranty and keep it in a safe place.・The warranty period is found in the Warranty.

Caution

Damages

SoftBank Mobile Corp. is not liable for any damagesresulting from use of handset.

Accidents/Repair

Files and settings may be lost or altered due to accidentsor repairs. Keep a copy of important files, etc. SoftBankMobile Corp. is not liable for damages resulting from lossor alteration of files (contacts/images/sound etc.) orsettings due to accident or repair.

Disassembling/Modifying Handset

Disassembling or modifying handset may be a violationof Radio Law. Note that SoftBank Mobile Corp. does notaccept repair requests for modified products.

After-Sales Service

Before submitting handset for repairs, contact CustomerService General Information or a SoftBank Shop; be preparedto describe problem in detail.

・During the warranty period, repairs are made under theterms and conditions described in the Warranty.

・After the warranty period, repairs are upon request. If saidrepairs are made, you are charged for them.

Further Inquiry

For more information, contact a SoftBank Shop orCustomer Service

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Customer Service

For SoftBank handset or service information, call GeneralInformation. For repairs, call Customer Assistance.

SoftBank Customer Support

General Information

From a SoftBank handset, dial toll free at 157

From a landline/IP phone, dial toll free at 0800-919-0157

Customer Assistance (Repairs/LostHandsets)

From a SoftBank handset, dial toll free at 113

From a landline/IP phone, dial toll free at 0800-919-0113If you cannot reach a toll free number, use the number (charges apply) below for your service area:Hokkaido Area, Tohoku Area, Hokuriku Area, Kanto &Koshinetsu Area: 022-380-4380 (Charges apply)Tokai Area: 052-388-2002 (Charges apply)Kansai Area: 06-7669-0180 (Charges apply)Chugoku Area & Shikoku Area, Kyushu & Okinawa Area:092-687-0010 (Charges apply)

Smartphone Technical Support Center

For Smartphone OperationsFrom a SoftBank handset, dial toll free at 151

From a landline/IP phone, dial toll free at 0800-1700-151

SoftBank Mobile Global Call Center

From outside Japan, dial +81-92-687-0025 (toll free fromSoftBank handsets)If handset is lost/stolen, call this number immediately (international charges apply)

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Safety Precautions

Safety Precautions.........................................................146Materials..........................................................................151General Notes................................................................. 152

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Safety Precautions

For proper handset use, carefully read Safety Precautionsbeforehand. Keep this guide for future reference.Observe these safety precautions to prevent injury or damageto property.SoftBank Mobile Corp. accepts no liability for any loss ordamages incurred by you or a third party as a result of missedcalls, etc., due to malfunction, erroneous operation or failureof this product.

Labels

Risks of injury or damage from improper use are categorizedby levels. Understand these labels before reading this guide.

Label Description

Great risk of death or serious injury1

from improper use

Risk of death or serious injury1 fromimproper use

Risk of minor injury2 or damage toproperty3 from improper use

1　Serious injury includes: Loss of eyesight, physical injury,high temperature burns, low temperature burns, electricshock, fractures, poisoning and other conditions havingside effects or requiring hospitalization or long termtreatment.

2　Minor injury includes: Physical burns (high-temperature andlow-temperature), electric shock, and other conditions notrequiring hospitalization or long-term treatment.

3　Damage to property includes: Incidental damage tostructures and household property and/or to pets andlivestock.

Symbols

Make sure you understand the following symbols andprecautions before reading this guide.

Mark Descriptions

Action prohibited

Disassembly prohibited

Exposure to liquids prohibited

Handling with wet hands prohibited

Compulsory actions

Unplug power cord

Handset, USIM Card, AC Charger (SoldSeparately), Micro USB Cable (SoldSeparately)

Use SoftBank specified devices (AC Charger orMicro USB Cable) only.

Non-specified device use may cause Internal Battery toleak, overheat, rupture or ignite; or may cause AC Chargeror Micro USB Cable to overheat, ignite, malfunction, etc.

Do not disassemble, modify or solder handset.

May cause fire, injury, electric shock or malfunction.Internal Battery may leak, overheat, rupture or ignite.Modifying handsets is a violation of the Radio Law andsubject to penalty.

Keep liquids away from handset.

If handset or battery is not dried after exposure to fluids (water, pet urine etc.), or battery is charged while wet,overheating, electric shock, fire, injury, malfunction, etc.may occur. Be careful of where used or handled.

Do not charge, use or leave handset in placessubject to high temperatures (near an openflame or heating equipment, in direct sunlightor inside a car on a hot day).

May cause deformation or malfunction; or may causebattery to leak, overheat, ignite or rupture. Also, the outerhousing may become hot resulting in burns.

Do not use excessive force to attach ACCharger or Micro USB Cable to handset. Checkconnector orientation before attaching orconnecting.

Internal Battery may leak, overheat, rupture or ignite.

Do not subject handset to excessive force suchas stomping while AC Charger is connected.

Charging with damaged port may cause a malfunction orfire. Charge only as directed.

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Do not place handset, AC Charger or Micro USBCable in a microwave oven or pressure cooker,or on an induction cooktop.

May cause Internal Battery to leak, overheat, rupture orignite; or may cause handset, AC Charger, or Micro USBCable to overheat, emit smoke, ignite or malfunction.

Turn off handset when entering gas stations orother places where flammable gases (propanegas, gasoline, etc.) or fine particulatesgenerate. Be sure to turn off handsetbeforehand. Do not charge battery in suchplaces.

Gases may ignite.Using handset near petrochemicals or other flammablesmay cause fire or explosion.

Do not drop/throw handset or expose it toexcessive shock.

May cause Internal Battery to leak, overheat, rupture orignite; or may cause fire, electric shock or malfunction.

If you notice an unusual sound, odor, smoke,etc. while using, charging or storing handset,immediately:

1. Unplug AC Charger from outlet.2. Turn handset power off.Continued use may cause fire or electric shock.

Keep liquids (water, pet urine, etc.) andconductive materials (e.g. pencil lead, metalfragments, metal necklaces, hairpins, etc.)away from Earphone Port or External DevicePort.

May cause short circuit, resulting in fire or malfunction.

Do not place handset on an uneven or unstablesurface.

Handset may fall, leading to injuries or handsetmalfunction. Be particularly careful while charging or whenvibrator is activated.

Keep handset out of reach of infants.

Failing to do so may result in small parts being accidentallyswallowed or may cause injury.

When a child uses handset, parent supervisionis advised.

Provide child with proper instructions. Failing to do so maycause injury, etc.

Handset

Internal Battery type is as follow.

Label Battery Type

Li-ion Lithium-ion

Do not dispose of handset in fire.

Internal Battery may leak, burst, ignite, etc.

Do not damage (nail, hammer, stomp, etc.)handset or subject it to strong impact.

Internal Battery may leak, overheat, rupture, ignite, etc.

If battery fluid gets in eyes, immediately rinsewith clean water and consult a doctor. Do notrub eyes.

Eyes may be severely damaged.

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Do not use while operating a vehicle (car,motorcycle, bicycle, etc.)

May cause a traffic accident. Use of a mobile phone whiledriving is prohibited by law, and is subject to penalty. Stopvehicle in a safe location (where parking is allowed) beforeusing handset.

Keep handset power off near high precisionelectronic devices or devices using weaksignals.

Handset may cause these devices to malfunction.Devices that may be affected:Hearing aids, implanted cardiac pacemakers, implanteddefibrillators and other electronic medical equipment;fire alarms, automatic doors and other automatic controldevices.

Keep handset power off aboard aircraft.

When in-flight use is permitted, observe airlineinstructions.

If you have a weak heart, be careful withincoming call vibrator and ringtone volumesettings.

These may affect your heart.

If thunder is heard while outside, immediatelyturn handset power off and seek shelter.

Failing to do so may attract lightning and cause electricshock.

Do not turn on or shine Camera Flash nearsomeone's eyes. Do not look directly at CameraFlash when it is on. Also do not point CameraFlash at someone else and turn it on.

May cause harm such as loss of eyesight. Especially, do notphotograph infants up close. May also temporarily affecteyesight or startle, leading to injury or other accident.

Do not cover or wrap handset with clothing orbedding during charging.

Handset may overheat, resulting in fire, burns,malfunction, etc.

If battery fluid contacts skin or clothes,discontinue handset use and rinse with cleanwater immediately.

May cause skin damage.

If battery does not charge after specifiedtime, stop charging.

Internal Battery may leak, overheat, burst, ignite, etc.


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Do not use handset in a vehicle if it affects in-vehicle electronic devices.

Use of handset in some types of vehicles may, in some rarecases, affect in-vehicle electronic devices and interferewith safe driving.

If skin abnormality occurs with use of handset,immediately discontinue use and consult adoctor.

Handset contains metals, etc. Depending on your physicalcondition, you may experience itchiness, rash, etc.For more information, see Materials.

Keep magnetic cards, etc. away from handset.

Failing to do so may cause magnetic data on a cash card,credit card, telephone card or floppy disk to be lost.

Avoid a prolonged time use of handset in aplace where temperature becomes high (e.g.near fire, heater appliances, in the directsunlight, inside car in hot sun, etc.), warm oroverheat (under kotatsu, electric blanket, nearpocket warmer, etc.). Handset may become hot.

Skin contact for extended period may cause low-temperature burns.

Handset or AC Charger may become hot duringprolonged use while charging.

Skin contact for extended period may cause low-temperature burns.

Always maintain some distance from Speakerwhile ringtones, music or other handset soundsplay.

Excessive volume may damage hearing.

Do not turn volume up too high when usingearphones.

Using earphones for extended periods at high volume mayimpair hearing or sudden loud sound may harm your ears.

USIM Card

Do not use excessive force when inserting orremoving USIM Card.

Doing so may cause a malfunction. Be careful not to injurea hand or finger when removing USIM Card.

Insert specified USIM Card only.

Using other SIM cards may cause malfunction/data loss.

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AC Charger, Micro USB Cable (SoldSeparately)

Do not cover or wrap with clothing or beddingduring charging.

Heat may build up resulting in fire or malfunction.

Use the specified power supply and voltage.

Failing to do so may cause fire or malfunction.AC Charger: 100 to 240 V AC (for household AC outletsonly)

Also, do not use commercially available voltageconverters, as when travelling.

May cause fire, electric shock or malfunction.

Hold plug and unplug AC Charger from outletbefore extended periods of handset disuse.

Failing to do so may cause electric shock, fire ormalfunction.

If liquid (water, pet urine, etc.) gets into ACCharger, immediately hold plug and unplug ACCharger from outlet.

Failing to do so may cause electric shock, smoke emissionor fire.

If dust accumulates on AC Charger plug, holdplug and unplug AC Charger from outlet andwipe with a dry cloth.

Failing to do so may cause fire.

When plugging AC Charger into outlet, keepconductive materials (pencil lead, metal parts,necklaces, hair pins, etc.) away from ACCharger plug/Micro USB Cable terminals andplug AC Charger firmly into outlet.

Failing to do so may cause electric shock, short circuit,fire, etc.

Do not plug/unplug AC Charger with wet hands.

May cause electric shock or malfunction.

If thunder is audible, do not touch AC Charger.

May cause electric shock.

Firmly hold plug and unplug AC Charger fromoutlet before cleaning.

Failing to do so may cause electric shock.

Do not unplug AC Charger by pulling the cord.Firmly hold plug and unplug AC Charger.

Pulling the cord may damage the cord resulting in electricshock or fire.

Do not subject AC Charger to excessive forcesuch as stomping when connected to a powerstrip.

May cause fire or malfunction.

When AC Charger is connected to an outlet,do not pull on cord or otherwise subject ACCharger to strong shock.

May cause injury or malfunction.

Do not touch the connector with your hands,fingers, etc.

May cause burn injury, electric shock, injury ormalfunction.


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Handset Use & Electronic MedicalEquipment

This section is based on "Guidelines on Safeguarding MedicalEquipment from Electromagnetic Waves from Mobile Phonesand Other Devices" (Electromagnetic Compatibility Conference,August 2014) and "Guidelines for Prevention of Effects ofRadio Waves from Various Equipment Using Radio Waves onImplantable Medical Equipment" (Ministry of Internal Affairsand Communications).

Keep handset a minimum of 15 centimetersfrom implanted cardiac pacemaker or implanteddefibrillator.

Radio waves may interfere with the operation of implantedcardiac pacemakers or implanted defibrillators.

When using electronic medical equipment (other than implanted cardiac pacemakers/defibrillators) outside of medical institutions,consult device manufacturer about theinfluence of radio waves.

Radio waves may interfere with the operation of electronicmedical equipment.

Handset radio waves may affect electronicmedical equipment. Observe these guidelines inmedical institutions:

・Observe the instructions of individual medicalinstitutions and do not use or bring handset intoprohibited areas.・Do not bring handset into an operating room, ICU (Intensive Care Unit) or CCU (Coronary Care Unit).・Ensure distance from handset even in lobbies or areaswhere use is permitted if there is electronic medicalequipment nearby.

There may be someone who is wearing animplanted pacemaker or defibrillator. Disablehandset transmissions (e.g. airplane mode) orpower off handset when it is difficult to keepa distance of at least 15 cm away from otherssuch as in a crowd.

Radio waves may interfere with the operation of implantedcardiac pacemakers or implanted defibrillators.

Materials

BLADE Q+ Main Unit

Parts Material/Finishing

Outer Case (Display side)

PC + GF/PC＋GF/Magnesium alloy/UVcoating

Outer Case (Battery side)

PC/Stainless steel/FPC

Battery Cover PC/Graphite sheet/PU coating

Speaker PET

Power Key PC＋TPU/NCVM

Volume Key PC＋TPU/NCVM

Camera (Lens) Glass

Camera Ring Stainless steel

Touchscreen Glass

Camera Panel PMMA

ExternalDevice Port (USB CardTray)

Stainless steel/Tin matte plating

Speaker Mesh PET

Screws Structural carbon steel (Q215A)/NYLOK

Void Sticker Fragile paper

Earphone Port Thermoplastic substance/Steel alloy

Screw Coversheet

PET

AntennaSticker

PI

Side CoverSticker

PET

USIM CardTray

Stainless steel

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General Notes

Usage Basics

・Handset employs radio waves. Signals may be disrupted evenwithin service areas if you are indoors, underground, insidea tunnel or inside a vehicle. If you move to a location withpoor signal strength, a call or Digital TV viewing may besuddenly cut off.

・When using handset in public places, take care not to annoyother people around you. Use of handset is prohibited insome public places such as in theaters or on buses andtrains.

・Handset is a wireless station under Japanese Radio Law.You may be requested to submit your handset for inspectionbased on this law.

・Use of handset near a landline phone, TV or radio mayaffect the image and sound quality of the equipment.

・Handset employs a digital system to maintain a high levelof communication quality even at very low signal levels.However, calls may be suddenly cut off when the signalstrength becomes too weak.

・The digital system provides a high level of privacyprotection. However, the possibility of someoneeavesdropping on your conversation cannot be ruled out aslong as radio waves are used.

・Data stored on handset may be corrupted or lost on thefollowing occasions:・Handset is used improperly.・Handset is exposed to static electricity or electric noise.・Handset is turned off during operation.・Battery is completely discharged.・Handset malfunctions or is sent for repairs.SoftBank Mobile Corp. accepts no liability whatsoever forthe corruption or loss of stored data. Be sure to keep aseparate memo of important data to limit damage caused bydata corruption or loss to a minimum.

・Be sure to charge battery before using handset for the firsttime or if handset has not been used for a long time. Wheninternal battery is stored for a long time, it discharges overtime even if it is not used.

・When handset is used for extended periods of time,especially in high temperature conditions, handset surfacecould become hot. Please use caution when touching handsetunder such conditions.

・Prolonged use or repeatedly flashing Display or other lightmay adversely affect the body. If you feel discomfort orpain, immediately discontinue use and consult a doctor.

・If taken out of Japan, some items may requiredocumentation certifying export is not controlled,prohibited, or restricted by Export Trade Control Order orForeign Exchange Order. Basically, no such documentationis required to take handset out of Japan and bring it backfor personal use on vacations or short business trips. Insome cases, however, export permit may be required ifhandset is to be used by or transferred to another party. USgovernment export permit may be required to take handsetto countries on which US government has imposed exportrestrictions (Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Sudan, Syria).For details on export laws, regulations and procedures,refer to the Web page of the Security Export Control PolicyDivision of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry.

・If you use a hearing aid, handset usage may interfere withhearing aid performance. If there is any interference,consult with the manufacturer or distributor of the hearingaid.

・Turn off handset in or near places where explosives arehandled. Handset use may lead to an explosion, or affectexplosion devices.

・If you choose to set one, do not forget Screen UnlockPassword. If you do forget it, take handset to SoftBankShop to reset it. This will erase all handset information andsettings.

・A variety of applications can be installed to handset from"Google Play™" provided by Google Inc. SoftBank MobileCorp. makes no guarantee whatsoever with regard tothe nature (quality, reliability, legality, suitability for apurpose, validity of information, accuracy, etc.) of theseapplications that you yourself have installed, or with regardto any problems (viruses, etc.) resulting from them.

Inside Cars

・Do not use handset while driving. Use of handset whiledriving is prohibited by law.Using Headset with Mic while driving may be subject topenalties in some prefectures.

・Before using handset, stop the vehicle in a safe area whereparking or stopping is permitted.

・While driving, place handset in a safe place away fromairbag compartments. Handset may cause airbag to deploy,resulting in injury.

Aboard Aircraft

・Keep handset power off aboard aircraft. When in-flight useis permitted, observe airline instructions.


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Precautions

・Avoid exposing handset to rain, snow or high humidity. ACCharger, Micro USB Cable, and other optional accessories arenot waterproof.

・Do not use handset in extreme temperatures, direct sunlightand humid or dusty places.

・Do not drop handset or subject it to excessive shock.・To clean handset, wipe it with a dry soft cloth. Do not use

alcohol, thinner, benzene or other solvents. Doing so maycause discoloration and remove the printed logo.

・When removing Battery Cover, do not touch gold portion ofUSIM Card Slot or Antenna. Doing so may cause handset tomalfunction due to static electricity.

・Handset Display pixels may be missing or remain lit. This isnot a defect or malfunction. If Display is left on for a longperiod of time, pictures may be permanently burned into it.

・Make sure a commercially available headset with microphoneis securely plugged into Audio Jack. Failing to do so maygenerate noise on the other party’s phone during calls.

・Do not turn the volume up too high while using acommercially available headset with microphone. Exposure tohigh sound levels may impair hearing and prolonged use maycause hearing damage regardless of the volume level. Soundleakage may annoy other people and surrounding sounds maynot be heard clearly when walking, resulting in an accident.

・Grasp plug to remove a commercially available Headset withMic. Pulling cable may cause damage or malfunction.

・Handset features an Internal Antenna. Touching/coveringInternal Antenna area may affect signal sensitivity. Donot cover area with stickers, etc. May hinder handsettransmissions.

・When you replace handset or send it for repair, messagesand other data stored in handset cannot be transferred toanother handset.

・Do not allow USIM Card to get wet or leave it in places ofhigh humidity. May cause malfunction.

・Do not drop USIM Card or subject it to excessive shock. Maycause malfunction.

・Do not bend USIM Card or place a heavy object on it. Maycause malfunction.

・Do not use or leave USIM Card in hot places such as near afire or heater. May cause malfunction.

・Avoid storing USIM Card in direct sunlight or hot and humidplaces. May cause malfunction.

・Keep USIM Card out of infants' reach. May result accidentalswallowing or cause injury.

・Before use, read USIM Card user guide (Japanese) for safeand proper operation.

Camera Flash

・Do not use Camera Flash in extremely hot/cold places orhigh humidity. May shorten Camera Flash's usable life.

・Camera Flash use limited to its usable life. Camera Flash willgradually dim with use.

Camera

・Observe proper etiquette when using Camera.・Do not expose Camera Lens to direct sunlight. Sunlight

concentrated through Lens may cause handset tomalfunction.

・Practice taking and previewing pictures before using Cameraon important occasions like wedding ceremonies.

・Do not commercially use or transfer pictures taken withCamera without the permission of the copyright holder (photographer), except for personal use.

・Do not use Camera in locations where taking photos orrecording videos is prohibited.

Urgent News (Application)

・ Urgent News Incoming Setting is enabled by default.

・An alert tone sounds when an alert is received, even inSilent mode.

・Alerts are not received during calls/transmissions or in poorsignal conditions.

・Depending on usage/situation, handset may receive alertsfor other areas or no alerts.

・Standby Time may decrease when Urgent News Incoming

Setting is enabled.

・SoftBank Mobile Corp. cannot be held liable for any damagesassociated with this service, including accidents resultingfrom received information, reception timing or receptionfailure.

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Bluetooth®

・Handset supports the Bluetooth®-standard securityfunction for secure Bluetooth® communication. However,be careful when using Bluetooth® , as security may beinsufficient depending on settings.

・SoftBank Mobile Corp. accepts no liability for data/information leaks during communication using Bluetooth® .

・Handset Bluetooth® function is compatible with headsets,handsfree devices, audio devices, Object Push Profile (OPP),and Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP).

・Wireless Frequencies & ModulationsBluetooth® and Wi-Fi frequency information appears onbattery cavity label:2.4: 2400MHz rangeFH/DS/OF: FH-SS, DS-SS or OFDM modulation4: maximum interference range of 40 m

: Utilizes 2400 - 2483.5 MHz band withmobile device bandwidth differentiation*Available channels vary by country. For use aboard aircraft,contact the airline beforehand.

・Bluetooth® CautionsBluetooth® operating frequency band is used by industrial,scientific, consumer and medical equipment includingmicrowave ovens, premises radio stations for identifyingmobile units used in manufacturing lines (radio stationsrequiring a license), specified low power radio stations (radio stations requiring no license) and amateur radiostations (hereafter, "other radio stations").1. Before handset use, be sure "other radio stations" are notin use nearby.2. If handset radio waves interfere with "other radiostations", promptly move or power off, etc.3. For further information, contact SoftBank CustomerSupport.

・Use the Bluetooth® function only in Japan. HandsetBluetooth® complies with Japan radio standards and iscertified. Outside Japan, confirm national laws regardinguse, as use may be subject to penalty.

Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN)

・About Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN)Do not use Wi-Fi near devices emitting electromagneticwaves such as electrical appliances or AV/OA equipment.・Electromagnetic noise (e.g., from microwave ovens) mayimpair or disable communications.・Using Wi-Fi near a TV or radio, etc., may causeinterference/impair signal reception.・If multiple Wi-Fi access points in close vicinity are usingthe same channel, search may fail.

・2.4 GHz Device CautionsWi-Fi device operating frequency band is used by industrial,scientific, consumer and medical equipment includingmicrowave ovens, premises radio stations for identifyingmobile units used in manufacturing lines (radio stationsrequiring a license), specified low power radio stations (radio stations requiring no license) and amateur radiostations (radio stations requiring a license).1. Before using the device, confirm that premises radiostations for identifying mobile units, specified low powerradio stations and amateur radio stations are not beingoperated nearby.2. If the device causes harmful radio interference topremises radio stations for identifying mobile units,immediately change the frequency band or stop use, andcontact SoftBank Customer Support for crosstalk avoidance,etc. (e.g. partition setup).3. If the device causes radio interference to specified lowpower radio stations or amateur radio stations, contactSoftBank Customer Support.

・Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) is for use in Japan only. Handset Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) complies with radio standards of Japan andis certified. Outside Japan, confirm national laws regardinguse, as use may be subject to penalty.

Copyrights

・Copyright laws protect sounds, images, computer programs,databases, other materials and copyright holders. Duplicatedmaterial is limited to private use only. Use of materialsbeyond this limit or without permission of copyrightholders, such as by copying (including altering data format),modifying, transferring to anyone else, or making availableover a network, may constitute copyright infringement, andbe subject to criminal punishment. Comply with copyrightlaws when making copies with handset camera or usingimages captured with handset camera.

Portrait Rights

・Portrait rights protect individuals' right to refuse to bephotographed or to refuse unauthorized publication/use oftheir photographs. Portrait rights consist of the right toprivacy, which is applicable to all persons, and the rightto publicity, which protects the interests of celebrities.Therefore, photographing others including celebritiesand publicizing/distributing their photographs withoutpermission is illegal; use handset camera responsibly.


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Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) for ThisProduct (for Japan)

This mobile phone BLADE Q+ meets the Japanese technicalregulations＊ and international guidelines for exposure toradio waves. The Japanese technical regulations for exposure to radiofrequency energy established permitted levels of radiofrequency energy, based on standards developed byindependent scientific organizations through periodic andthorough evaluation of scientific studies.The regulation employs a unit of measurement known as theSpecific Absorption Rate, or SAR.The SAR limit is 2 watts/kilogram (W/kg) averaged over tengrams of tissue.The limit includes a substantial safety margin designed toassure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health.The value of the limit is equal to the value given ininternational guidelines recommended by ICNIRP＊＊ , which is incollaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO)The highest SAR value for this mobile phone is 0.385 W/kgwhen tested for use at the ear, and 0.683 W/kg＊＊＊ whenworn on the body in the below manner＊＊＊＊

While there may be differences between the SAR levels ofvarious phones and at various positions, all phones meet theJapanese technical regulations.Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified powerlevel, the actual SAR of the phone during operation can bewell below the maximum value. Use at positions other than at the ear＊＊＊＊

This mobile phone may be used at positions other than at theear. By using an accessory such as a belt clip holster thatmaintains a 1.5 cm separation with no metal (parts) betweenthe body and the mobile phone, this mobile phone will complywith international guidelines for radio wave protection. ＊ The technical regulation is provided in Article 14-2 of theMinistry Ordinance Regulating Radio Equipment.＊＊ International Commission on Non-Ionizing RadiationProtection＊＊＊ The value is under simultaneous transmission useconditions. The World Health Organization has announced that "A largenumber of studies have been performed over the last twodecades to assess whether mobile phones pose a potentialhealth risk. To date, no adverse health effects have beenestablished as being caused by mobile phone use." For more information about SAR, see the following websites:

・Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC)http://www.tele.soumu.go.jp/e/sys/ele/body/index.htm

・Association of Radio Industries and Businesses (ARIB)http://www.arib-emf.org/ (Japanese)

http://www.tele.soumu.go.jp/e/sys/ele/body/index.htm

http://www.arib-emf.org/

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BLADE Q+ User Guide Index

ＡAbout Phone....................................................................137About the User Guide........................................................ 3Accessibility Settings.................................................... 136Accessing Instructions on Handset................................... 3Add Account Settings.................................................... 135Airplane Mode................................................................... 24Applications.......................................................................21Apps Settings................................................................. 130

ＢBacking up & Restoring................................................. 140Backing Up Contacts........................................................ 55Backup & Reset.............................................................. 134Basic Operation.................................................................20Battery Settings.............................................................129Bluetooth® Settings.......................................................126

ＣCapturing Still Images/Videos......................................... 90Charging Battery.............................................................. 13Checking Received Gmail..................................................77Connecting by Wi-Fi.......................................................116Connecting to PC via USB............................................. 116Connect to PC Settings................................................. 131Creating/Sending Gmail....................................................76Customer Service............................................................143

ＤData Usage Settings...................................................... 126Date & Time Settings.................................................... 136Display Settings............................................................. 128

ＥEditing Captured Still Images (Gallery).......................... 93

ＧGeneral Notes................................................................. 152Google Play....................................................................... 29

ＨHandset Settings............................................................124Home Screen Basics.......................................................... 36

ＩImporting Contacts...........................................................54Initial Settings..................................................................15Internal Memory and SD Card..........................................10

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ＬLanguage & Input Settings............................................133Listening to Music (Play Music)....................................110Location Settings........................................................... 131Locking Screen.................................................................. 33

ＭMaking Call Settings........................................................ 50Making Camera Settings.................................................. 96Managing Saved Gmail......................................................78Managing S! Mail/SMS...................................................... 64Materials..........................................................................151Messaging.......................................................................... 58More Settings................................................................. 127

ＯOpening & Replying to S! Mail/SMS................................ 63Operations When Creating S! Mail/SMS..........................71Optional Services..............................................................48

ＰParts & Functions...............................................................8Phone Number................................................................... 23Placing a Call from Contacts/Call History..................... 46Placing/Answering Calls...................................................44Power On/Off................................................................... 14Power Saving Mode Settings.........................................130Printing Settings............................................................137

ＲRearranging Home Screen.................................................39

ＳSafety Precautions.........................................................146Saving Data.....................................................................140Searching for Information by Voice (Voice Search).....103Security Codes.................................................................. 31Security Settings............................................................132Sending Decore Mail by S! Mail....................................... 62Sending S! Mail/SMS.........................................................60Sharing Still Images and Videos......................................95Silent Mode....................................................................... 24SIM PIN.............................................................................. 32S! Mail Initial Setup......................................................... 58S! Mail/SMS Settings........................................................74Sound Settings................................................................128Specifications..................................................................142Status Bar......................................................................... 36Storage Settings.............................................................129

ＴText Entry.........................................................................25Thread List/Folder List................................................... 59Troubleshooting.............................................................. 141

ＵUpdating Software........................................................... 33USIM Card............................................................................ 9Using a Google Account................................................... 27Using Bluetooth® Function............................................119Using Calculator............................................................. 104Using Calendar................................................................ 104Using Chrome.................................................................... 85Using Clock......................................................................106Using Email........................................................................82Using Facebook............................................................... 109Using Google Maps......................................................... 101Using Google Search.......................................................103Using Hangouts...............................................................102Using NotePad.................................................................112Using Notifications Window............................................ 38Using PC Files.................................................................113Using People......................................................................51Using Touchscreen............................................................ 14Using Urgent News.........................................................100Using YouTube................................................................ 109

ＶViewing Captured Still Images/Videos (Gallery)............ 92

ＷWarranty & After-Sales Service................................... 142Wi-Fi Settings.................................................................125

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