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  • Page 1 205SH User Guide...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Introduction Introduction.................3 Getting Started Package Contents............... 6 Parts & Functions.............. 6 USIM Card Installation............8 SD Card................9 Charging Handset..............13 205SH User Guide Contents Power On/Off..............14 Touchscreen Operations........... 15 Basic Operations Basic Operations............... 18 Applications...............20 Handset Phone Number............ 20 Mobile Manners..............
  • Page 4 Music Files (Music)............70 Still Images & Video (Album)...........71 Connectivity Wi-Fi...................74 Tethering Option.............. 76 Bluetooth ................ 77 ® Global Services Global Roaming..............82 Calling from Outside Japan..........83 Settings About Settings..............88 Sound Settings..............89 Wallpaper & Display Settings..........91 Quick Start Key Settings..........92 Device Info................

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing SoftBank 205SH. Before You Begin ・SoftBank 205SH is referred to as "handset" in this guide. ・Read "Quick Tips" (in お願いとご注意) and this guide thoroughly beforehand for proper usage. ・Accessible services may be limited by contract conditions.

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Getting Started Package Contents............... 6 Parts & Functions.............. 6 USIM Card Installation............8 SD Card................9 Charging Handset..............13 Power On/Off..............14 Touchscreen Operations........... 15...

  • Page 8: Package Contents

    Package Contents Parts & Functions Package Contents Handset Parts ・Handset (SoftBank 205SH) ・Battery is built into handset. ・Handset back cover is not removable. ・SD/USIM Card Insertion/Removal Tool (complimentary sample) ・AC Charger (SHCEJ1) ・クイックスタート (Japanese) ・お願いとご注意 (Japanese) with English "Quick Tips"...
  • Page 9 Handset Keys Name Description Pressure Helps maintain handset performance. Name Description Do not place a sticker, label, etc. Vent Activate/cancel Screen lock. Long Press External Shoot photos or videos. for power on/off or phone options. (Power Key) Camera Decrease Volume. In Welcome sheet (lock Infrared Transfer files using Infrared.

  • Page 10: Usim Card Installation

    USIM Card Installation Inserting USIM Card USIM Card is an IC card containing customer and Always power off beforehand. authentication information, including handset number. SD/USIM Card Insertion/Removal Tool Open Card Slot Cover There are two inscriptions (one for USIM and one for SD) on included SD/USIM Card Insertion/Removal Tool (hereafter "Insertion/Removal Tool").

  • Page 11: Sd Card

    SD Card Removing USIM Card Handset supports SD Card up to 64 GB. Some SD Cards may Always power off beforehand. not operate properly. SD/USIM Card Insertion/Removal Tool Open Card Slot Cover There are two inscriptions (one for USIM and one for SD) on included SD/USIM Card Insertion/Removal Tool (hereafter "Insertion/Removal Tool").
  • Page 12 Unmounting SD Card Removing SD Card Always unmount SD Card before removing it. (Complimentary Always power off beforehand. SD Card preinstalled.) Open Card Slot Cover In application sheet, (Settings) Align Insertion/Removal Tool with Card Slot, with the SD side (microSD挿抜時：この面が背面側) facing down Storage ・Take care not to get Card Slot Cover caught between handset and Insertion/Removal Tool.
  • Page 13 Inserting SD Card Formatting SD Card Always power off beforehand. When using a new SD Card for the first time, format it on handset before trying to save images, music, etc. ・Formatting deletes all SD Card files. Open Card Slot Cover ・Charge handset while formatting or charge it adequately beforehand.
  • Page 14 SD Card Usage Notes Enter Operation Password General SD Card files may be lost/altered accidentally. Keep a copy of important information in a separate place. SoftBank Mobile Corp. is not liable for any damages resulting from accidental loss/alteration of information. ・Never power off while files are being accessed.

  • Page 15: Charging Handset

    Charging Handset USB Charging Battery is built into handset. Connect handset to a PC with Micro USB Cable (SHDDL1; AC Charger, Micro USB Cable (optional accessory), Micro USB optional accessory). Charging Adapter (optional accessory) and In-Car Charger ・Power on handset and PC first. (optional accessory) are not water proof.

  • Page 16: Battery Care

    Power On/Off Charging Precautions Handling Cables Power On Do not pull, bend, or twist cable. Important USB Charging Note Long Press until SoftBank logo appears Handset may power on automatically when connected to a PC with Micro USB Cable; avoid connection aboard aircraft or in hospitals, etc.

  • Page 17: Touchscreen Operations

    Touchscreen Operations Power Off Touch Display to select menu items, open functions, scroll pages, etc. (Long Press) Tap item or key to open or execute corresponding function/ operation. Power off Touch & Hold Touch item for 1+ seconds (handset vibrates) to move icon, open menu, etc.
  • Page 18 Flick Flick to toggle sheets, pages, etc. Pinch/Spread Pinch or Spread to zoom in or out on images, maps, etc.

  • Page 19: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations Basic Operations............... 18 Applications...............20 Handset Phone Number............ 20 Mobile Manners..............21 Text Entry.................21 Google™ Accounts............24 Google Play™..............26 Security Codes..............27 USIM PIN................28 Screen Lock............... 29 Software Updates.............30 Measuring Radiation............31...

  • Page 20: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations Action Bar Current menu/window title appears on Action Bar (Display Home (3-Line Home) top). Tap icons to the right of title to access frequently used functions. 3-Line Home consists of application sheet, widget sheet and ・ When appears on Action Bar, Tap it to turn shortcut sheet.

  • Page 21: Handset Settings

    Handset Settings Zooming In (Zoom Anywhere) Zoom in on any portion of Display. Magnified keys, icons, etc. In application sheet, Tap (Settings) to customize settings. can be Tapped like normal ones. (Zoom Anywhere) ・ Checkbox ( ) appears beside some options. Tap to enable ( ) or disable ( ) option.

  • Page 22: Applications

    Applications Handset Phone Number Activating Applications My Phone Number In application sheet, Tap application In application sheet, (Settings) Profile Profile opens. ・Handset number appears in Own phone number field. Application activates. ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts. Exiting Applications In any application, Tap repeatedly until 3-Line Home returns.

  • Page 23: Mobile Manners

    Mobile Manners Text Entry Silent Mode Keyboards Mute ringtones and other handset sounds to avoid disturbing Use onscreen keyboards for text entry. In 12-key Keyboard, others around you. multiple characters are assigned to each key. In QWERTY Keyboard, a single letter is assigned to each key. ・Camera shutter sound, video recording tones, music, video/ game sounds, etc.

  • Page 24: Switching Entry Modes

    12-Key Keyboard Layout Switching Entry Modes to toggle Half Numeric, Kanji, and Half Alphabet modes. Alternatively, Flick left/right to toggle these modes. To use other entry modes: In a text entry window, Change input mode Enter characters. Undo conversion; reverse-toggle character options before confirming entry.
  • Page 25 Alphabet Flick Input In 12-key Keyboard, to enter Keitai in Half Alphabet: In 12-key Keyboard, Flick key for target character (instead of Tapping it repeatedly). ・Touch & Hold a key for guide; Flick toward target character to enter. Check Half Alphabet mode is selected ( on Status Bar) (twice: K) (twice: e)

  • Page 26: Google™ Accounts

    Google™ Accounts Enter mail address Create a Google Account to use Google services. A Google Account is required to fully use some services and applications/functions. Creating a Google Account In application sheet, (Settings) Add account ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts. Enter password Next Re-enter password...
  • Page 27 Signing in to a Google Account Tap entry field Enter shown characters (distorted) If an application requires a Google Account, Add a Google Account appears. Sign in to use the application. In Add a Google Account, Existing ・If shown characters are unreadable, enter a character then ;...

  • Page 28: Google Play

    Google Play™ Updating Installed Applications Download applications via Google Play. Downloaded applications can be updated manually or automatically. Sign in to your Google Account beforehand. In application sheet, (Play Store) Installing Free Applications In application sheet, (Play Store) Google Play opens. ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts.

  • Page 29: Security Codes

    Security Codes Google Play Cautions Application Installation Disclaimer Operation Password & Center Access Download and install applications on this handset via Code Google Play (developed by Google Inc.) at your own risk. SoftBank Mobile Corp. is not responsible for user Center Access Code (Call Barring Password;...

  • Page 30: Usim Pin

    USIM PIN Setting Operation Password 9999 by default; enable USIM card lock to restrict handset Do not forget Operation Password; write it down if necessary. use. Enabling USIM Card Lock In application sheet, (Settings) Other settings Lock & Security In application sheet, (Settings) Other settings Lock &...

  • Page 31: Screen Lock

    Screen Lock PIN Cautions After a period of inactivity, Display goes completely dark to Entering incorrect PIN three consecutive times activates save battery power (Screen lock active). Screen lock prevents PIN Lock. To cancel, Personal Unblocking Key (PUK) is accidental Touchscreen operation. required;...

  • Page 32: Software Updates

    Software Updates Software Update Operations Enabling/Disabling Automatic Updates Software Updates In Software update menu, Auto update settings not update automatically Update automatically At specified time, handset automatically checks for/downloads firmware updates as required. To update firmware manually: Changing Automatic Update Start Time In Software update menu, Update time settings In application sheet,...

  • Page 33: Measuring Radiation

    Measuring Radiation High Precision Measurement Radiation sensor provides simple way to measure amount of radiation (gamma rays) around handset. In application sheet, (Tools) (Radiation measurement) Measurement Options Use the following options to measure/monitor radiation or manage measurement results. ・During measurement, keep handset parallel to and approximately 1 m away from the ground.
  • Page 34 Radioactive materials contained in food and water cannot be measured. Disclaimer SHARP Corporation and SoftBank Mobile Corp. cannot be held liable for any damages resulting from malfunction of preinstalled radiation measuring function, from measured values or from the use of the function.

  • Page 35: Handset Interface

    Handset Interface Welcome Sheet (Lock Screen) Basics.......34 3-Line Home Basics............35 Status Bar................. 36 Notifications Window............37 Using Application Usage History........38 Customizing 3-Line Home..........39...

  • Page 36: Welcome Sheet (Lock Screen) Basics

    Welcome Sheet (Lock Screen) Activating Applications Basics Activate applications from Welcome sheet (lock screen) as follows. Welcome sheet (lock screen) appears at power on or when is Pressed while Display is completely dark ・Change assigned applications as needed. (Screen lock active). From Welcome sheet (lock screen), cancel Screen lock, activate an application such as Phone or Mail, etc.

  • Page 37: 3-Line Home Basics

    3-Line Home Basics Shortcut Sheet Layout 3-Line Home consists of application sheet, widget sheet and shortcut sheet. Most operations start here. Access applications and widgets, save frequently used applications to shortcut sheet, change handset settings, etc. Toggling Sheets Flick left/right to toggle these sheets. Toggle sheets.

  • Page 38: Status Bar

    Status Bar Notification Indicators Indicators (new message notification, handset status, etc.) Notification Indicators appear on the left. appear at the top of Display. Indicator Description Status Bar Layout Functions Guide (Drag Status Bar down and open from Notifications Window) Urgent News Call Arriving/in Progress Call on Hold Missed Call...

  • Page 39: Notifications Window

    Notifications Window Status Indicators Open notifications, check handset status or change various Status Indicators appear on the right. settings. Opening Notifications Window Drag Status Bar down Indicator Description Battery Strength Charging Signal Strength No Signal (4G/3G) 4G Data in Use Notifications Window opens.

  • Page 40: Using Application Usage History

    Using Application Usage History Setting Keys Activate recently used applications, applications that support the assist function and assigned applications, all from a single window. Opening Application Usage History Set Silent mode option. Toggle Wi-Fi on/off. Enable/disable GPS positioning. Enable/disable Auto-rotate screen. Set Display brightness.

  • Page 41: Customizing 3-Line Home

    Customizing 3-Line Home Application Usage History Operations Deleting Single Usage History Item Set theme and Wallpaper, move icons/widgets or add shortcuts/widgets to corresponding sheets. In application usage history, Flick item left/right ・Corresponding application exits if running. Setting Theme & Wallpaper Changing Shortcuts In application usage history, Touch &...

  • Page 42: Adding Shortcuts

    Adding Shortcuts Add an application shortcut. Theme and Wallpaper are set. In 3-Line Home, Drag down Moving Icons/Widgets In 3-Line Home, Touch & Hold icon/widget Menu opens. Add shortcut Drag to target location Release to place icon/widget. ・To a folder: Drag icon to target folder. Application Tap application Shortcut is added to shortcut sheet.

  • Page 43: Adding Widgets

    Adding Widgets Add Album, Analog clock, etc. In 3-Line Home, Drag down Menu opens. Add widget Tap widget Widget is added. Removing Widgets/Shortcuts In widget sheet or shortcut sheet, Touch & Hold widget or shortcut Peel off...

  • Page 45: Phone

    Phone Calling................44 Optional Services..............45 Address Book..............50...

  • Page 46: Calling

    Calling To end the call, End call See below to dial directly or answer calls. (Handset does not support Video Call.) Placing Calls In application sheet, (Phone) Call ends. ・After calls to/from unsaved numbers, save to Address Book confirmation appears. Follow onscreen prompts. Answering Calls Call Window opens.

  • Page 47: Optional Services

    Optional Services Emergency Location Report Use these SoftBank Optional Services: Using SoftBank 3G handset for emergency calls (110, 119 or 118) automatically reports handset location to corresponding agency (police, etc.). Optional Services ・Location Report does not incur registration/transmission fees. Service Description ・Location/signal conditions affect positioning accuracy.

  • Page 48: Call Forwarding

    Call Forwarding Call Forwarding is set. In application sheet, (Settings) Call Voicemail In application sheet, (Settings) Call Call settings opens. Voicemail/divert Call settings opens. Voicemail/divert Voicemail/divert menu opens. Voicemail/divert menu opens. Settings/stop Settings/stop Divert menu opens. Always No answer Voicemail Divert menu opens.

  • Page 49: Call Waiting

    Call Waiting Group Calling Requires separate subscription. Requires separate subscription. In application sheet, (Settings) Call During a call, Add Call Call settings opens. Enter number Call Other service settings When call connects, Merge calls Group Calling starts. Caller ID Other service settings opens. In application sheet, (Settings) Call...

  • Page 50: Call Barring

    Call Barring Bar outgoing calls Bar incoming calls Tap option Restrict outgoing/incoming calls and SMS messages. ・Call Barring requires Center Access Code (Call Barring Password). ・Call Barring settings will be locked if incorrect Center Access Code (Call Barring Password) is entered three times consecutively when making a setting.
  • Page 51 Optional Services Operations Rejecting Calls with No/Undisplayable Caller ID Setting Missed Call Notification or from Payphones Activate this function for records of calls missed when In Call barring menu, Reject call Number not sent handset is off/out-of-range. Initiate Voicemail then follow Payphone Unavailable these steps:...

  • Page 52: Address Book

    Address Book Dialing from Address Book Save phone numbers, mail addresses and other information (birthdays, nicknames, etc.). Set ringtones for each contact as needed. In application sheet, (Address Book) Adding New Contacts In application sheet, (Address Book) Address Book opens. Tap tab Tap contact Address Book opens.

  • Page 53: Messaging & Browser

    Messaging & Browser Messaging................52 Sending S! Mail/SMS............52 Opening & Replying to S! Mail/SMS........ 54 Opening Received S! Mail/SMS........56 Creating/Sending Gmail............56 Opening Received Gmail........... 57 Using Internet Mail............58 Web Browsing (Browser)..........60...

  • Page 54: Messaging

    Messaging Sending S! Mail/SMS S! Mail Wi-Fi Connection Setup Exchange messages with S! Mail-compatible SoftBank handsets Send/receive S! Mail using Wi-Fi. When using Mail (S! Mail/ and e-mail compatible devices (other mobiles, PCs, etc.) SMS) for the first time, complete Wi-Fi connection setup as beyond SMS character entry limit;...
  • Page 55 Sending S! Mail (Send) on Action Bar To send S! Mail to a contact saved in Address Book: In application sheet, (Mail) S! Mail is sent. ・Handset saves failed S! Mail messages to Unsent Folder; automatically attempts redelivery up to two times. Folder list appears.

  • Page 56: Opening & Replying To S! Mail/Sms

    Opening & Replying to S! Mail/SMS Sending SMS Handset retrieves S! Mail/SMS messages automatically (set To send SMS from sent/received mail records: manual retrieval as needed). Opening New S! Mail/SMS In application sheet, (Mail) When message arrives, handset responds with ringtone/ Vibration/Notification Lamp, and appears.

  • Page 57: Retrieving Complete Messages

    Important Message Retrieval Notes Replying to S! Mail/SMS Retrieval System By default, complete message including attachments is In application sheet, (Mail) retrieved; transmission fees may apply depending on subscribed price plan. Automatic Message Deletion If Inbox is full, handset automatically deletes oldest received messages, opened/unprotected ones first.

  • Page 58: Opening Received S! Mail/Sms

    Opening Received S! Mail/SMS Creating/Sending Gmail Use Google's webmail service. Sign in to a Google Account Opening S! Mail/SMS beforehand. To open received messages: Creating/Sending Gmail In application sheet, (Mail) In application sheet, (Gmail) Folder list appears. Inbox opens. ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts. Tap folder in Inbox Message list appears.

  • Page 59: Opening Received Gmail

    Opening Received Gmail Gmail Composition Operations Adding Cc/Bcc Recipients Gmail groups all related messages by subject. (Conversation View) In Mail Composition window, Add Cc/Bcc Add recipient Opening New Gmail Attaching Images/Videos When Gmail message arrives, handset responds with ringtone and Vibration, and appears.

  • Page 60: Using Internet Mail

    Using Internet Mail Opening Gmail Adding Accounts In application sheet, (Gmail) Check usernames (user IDs), passwords, server names, etc. of your Internet Mail accounts beforehand. In application sheet, (Email) Inbox opens. Tap conversation (subject) Account setup menu opens (if no account is set up). Follow onscreen prompts to set up account Internet Mail setup is complete.
  • Page 61 Creating/Sending Internet Mail Opening New Internet Mail When Internet Mail message arrives, handset responds with ringtone and Vibration, and appears. In application sheet, (Email) Drag Status Bar down for Notifications Window Inbox opens. Notifications Window opens. Tap message notification Mail Composition window opens. Message window opens.

  • Page 62: Web Browsing (Browser)

    Web Browsing (Browser) Opening Internet Mail View Internet sites in Browser. In application sheet, (Email) Using Browser Upon activating Browser, Quick toolbox guidance appears by default. ・ To disable it thereafter, Tap Don't show again ) and Close Inbox opens. Tap message In application sheet, (Browser)

  • Page 63: Adding Bookmarks

    Adding Bookmarks Opening Bookmarks In application sheet, (Browser) In application sheet, (Browser) Browser activates. Browser activates. Open target webpage Add bookmark Bookmark list Add bookmark window opens. Bookmark window opens. Tap bookmark Check/edit label, URL, etc. Corresponding webpage opens. Current webpage is saved as a bookmark.
  • Page 64 Using History Saving Webpages In application sheet, (Browser) In application sheet, (Browser) Browser activates. Browser activates. Bookmark list Open target webpage Save for offline reading Current webpage is saved. Opening New Tabs Open up to 16 webpages in different tabs to switch between them easily.
  • Page 65 Opening secure pages constitutes agreement to the terms of SSL/TLS usage. SoftBank Mobile Corp., SHARP Corporation, VeriSign Japan and Cybertrust cannot be held liable for any damages associated with the use of SSL/TLS.

  • Page 67: Camera

    Camera Photo Camera..............66 Video Camera..............67...

  • Page 68: Photo Camera

    Photo Camera Photo Viewfinder Operations Adjusting Brightness Capturing Photos Drag up/down for Brightness Scale Capture JPEG images. Adjusting Zoom ・Insert SD Card beforehand. (Captured photos are saved to SD Card.) Drag left/right or Pinch/Spread for Zoom Slider ・Zoom may be unavailable depending on Camera mode. Locking Focus In application sheet, (Camera)

  • Page 69: Video Camera

    Video Camera to stop recording Recording Videos Record H.264/AAC videos. ・Available format varies by recording size. ・Insert SD Card beforehand. (Recorded videos are saved to SD Card.) Tone sounds and recording stops; video is saved to SD Card. Video Viewfinder Operations In application sheet, (Camera) Adjusting Brightness...
  • Page 70 Camera Cautions General Use Mind etiquette when using Camera. Keep Lens Clean Fingerprints/smudges may hinder handset imaging. Clean Lens with a soft cloth beforehand. Avoid Direct Sunlight Exposure Do not expose Lens area to direct sunlight for extended periods; may damage color filter, altering images. Continuous Recording Time Recording capacity is 2 GB per file (recording stops when exceeded).
  • Page 71 Music & Images Music & Images..............70 Music Files (Music)............70 Still Images & Video (Album)...........71...

  • Page 72: Music & Images

    Music & Images Music Files (Music) Main Applications Playing Music Files Supported file formats: Application Description ・3GPP, 3GPP2, MP4, MP3, AMR, WMA (except WMDRM Music Play music files saved to SD Card. content), ASF (except WMDRM content), OGG Vorbis, WAVE, Photos and videos shot on handset MIDI, XMF, RTTTL/RTX, OTA, iMelody, ADTS raw AAC, FLAC Album...

  • Page 73: Still Images & Video (Album)

    Still Images & Video (Album) Photos and videos shot on handset or downloaded images are sorted into PORTRAIT, EVENT and MAP tabs. Opening/Playing Files View still images and videos saved to SD Card. See below for supported file formats. Image File Format Still Image JPEG, PNG, GIF, BMP, WBMP, WebP...

  • Page 75: Connectivity

    Connectivity Wi-Fi...................74 Tethering Option.............. 76 Bluetooth ................ 77 ®...

  • Page 76: Wi-Fi

    Wi-Fi Connecting Selected Access Points Use household Wi-Fi networks, etc. to connect to the Internet. Enable handset Wi-Fi first. Enabling Wi-Fi In application sheet, (Settings) Wi-Fi settings In application sheet, (Settings) Wi-Fi settings Wi-Fi settings opens. Wi-Fi settings opens. Tap access point on Action Bar Enter password Connect...
  • Page 77 Disconnecting Wi-Fi Using Wi-Fi Direct Use Wi-Fi Direct to establish a Wi-Fi connection with other Wi-Fi Direct compatible devices with no need for an access In application sheet, (Settings) Wi-Fi settings point or Internet connection. ・Enable handset Wi-Fi first. In application sheet, (Settings) Wi-Fi settings Wi-Fi settings opens.

  • Page 78: Tethering Option

    Tethering Option Wi-Fi Operations Connecting Access Points Manually About Tethering Option In Wi-Fi settings, Enter Network SSID Done Tap Security field Tap security protocol Use handset like a Wi-Fi router to access the Internet from a Save PC or game device. ・...

  • Page 79: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth ® Opening Tethering Option Help (Japanese) Connect handset to other Bluetooth devices for wireless ® connectivity. In application sheet, (Tools) (Tethering) Bluetooth Functions ® Function Description Sound output Listen to music, audio, etc. wirelessly. Handsfree Use Bluetooth devices (such as headsets) ®...
  • Page 80 Device Search & Pairing Connecting Paired Bluetooth Devices ® Pair nearby Bluetooth devices with handset to transfer files, ® for handsfree conversations, or to listen to music. In application sheet, (Settings) Other settings ・Enable Bluetooth on handset and set target devices to be ®...
  • Page 81 Sending Files (e.g., Address Book) Receiving Files (e.g., Address Book) When file reception request arrives, appears. To receive files: In application sheet, (Address Book) Drag Status Bar down for Notifications Window Address Book opens. Tap tab Tap contact Tap Bluetooth share notification Accept ®...

  • Page 82: Troubleshooting

    Bluetooth Connection Operations Important Bluetooth Usage Notes ® ® Renaming Paired Devices Connection Bluetooth connection may not be possible with some ® In Bluetooth menu, (next to target device name) ® Bluetooth devices. Noise may interfere with wireless or ® Rename Enter name handsfree conversations.

  • Page 83: Global Services

    Global Services Global Roaming..............82 Calling from Outside Japan..........83...

  • Page 84: Global Roaming

    Global Roaming Manual 4G/3G Handset is Global Roaming Service eligible where 3G or 4G network coverage is available (3G/4G areas). Use the same handset number outside Japan. Selecting Network Service Handset connects to 4G or 3G Network service automatically by default. Network service is set.

  • Page 85: Calling From Outside Japan

    Calling from Outside Japan Selecting a Cellular Provider See SoftBank Mobile Website for details: Handset connects to an appropriate cellular provider http://mb.softbank.jp/en/global_services/ automatically by default. To select a cellular provider Access roaming area/rate information or print it out to carry manually: while traveling abroad.

  • Page 86: Current Country

    Calling Landlines & Mobiles within Calling Countries aside from Japan Current Country In application sheet, (Phone) In application sheet, (Phone) Call Window opens. Call Window opens. ・When Incoming History or Outgoing History opens, Tap ・When Incoming History or Outgoing History opens, Tap Phone Phone ・...

  • Page 87: Settings

    International Call Operations Changing Country Codes In application sheet, (Settings) Call Int'l call settings User list Tap country/area Change by list Tap country/area Register ・ Tap Entry direct to enter country name and code directly. Deleting Country Codes In application sheet, (Settings) Call Int'l call...

  • Page 89: Settings

    Settings About Settings..............88 Sound Settings..............89 Wallpaper & Display Settings..........91 Quick Start Key Settings..........92 Device Info................ 92 Add Account..............93 Wi-Fi Settings..............94 Home Applications Setting..........94 Storage Settings...............95 Application Settings............96 Other Settings..............96...

  • Page 90: About Settings

    About Settings In application sheet, (Settings) About Settings In application sheet, Tap (Settings) to customize the following settings. Item Description Profile Check handset number, mail address, etc. Sound Settings opens. Set ringtone, confirmation tones, etc. settings Wallpaper & Set Wallpaper, Display brightness, etc. display Set each item Change functions assigned...

  • Page 91: Sound Settings

    Sound Settings Sound Settings Operations Set Silent Mode Sound Settings In Sound settings, Mode settings Tap option ・Camera shutter sound, video recording tones, etc. still Item Description play even in Silent mode. Mode settings Set Silent mode. Volume Adjust volume levels. Set Handset Volume For Incoming Set ringtone and other options for...
  • Page 92 Set Notification Lamp Illumination for Incoming Enable/Disable Dialpad Tones Messages In Sound settings, Dial pad touch tones In Sound settings, For new message Reception ・ Tap Dial pad touch tones to toggle on ( )/off ( lamp Blinking pattern Blinking color ・...

  • Page 93: Wallpaper & Display Settings

    Wallpaper & Display Settings Wallpaper & Display Operations Set Preset Image as Wallpaper Wallpaper & Display Settings Change Wallpaper for SH Home (Home application). In Wallpaper & display menu, Wallpaper Item Description Live Wallpapers Wallpaper gallery Always Set Wallpaper for SH HOME (Home Just once Select image Set wallpaper...

  • Page 94: Quick Start Key Settings

    Quick Start Key Settings Device Info Quick Start Key Settings Device Info Check handset status. Change functions assigned to (Long Press). In application sheet, (Settings) In application sheet, (Settings) Device info Quick start key Settings Device info menu opens. Quick start key Settings opens. ・For details on updating Software, see "Software Updates."...

  • Page 95: Add Account

    Add Account Device Info Operations Check Handset Status (Battery Status, Handset Add Account Number, Etc.) In Device info menu, Status Create/add accounts and sync accounts. ・ Tap Battery status to check battery performance. ・ Tap IMEI to view barcode with IMEI number. In application sheet, (Settings) Calibrate Touchscreen...

  • Page 96: Wi-Fi Settings

    Wi-Fi Settings Home Applications Setting Wi-Fi Settings Home Applications Setting Set Home application. In application sheet, (Settings) In application sheet, (Settings) Wi-Fi settings Home applications Wi-Fi settings opens. Home applications menu opens. on Action Bar Tap Home application Setting is complete. Wi-Fi is enabled ( ・Access point search starts;...

  • Page 97: Storage Settings

    Storage Settings Storage Settings Operations Set Install Location for Applications Storage Settings In Storage menu, Preferred install location Tap item Item Description File Backup (Handset to SD Card) Check total space in handset system Total space Back up handset files (contacts, sent/received messages, memory and SD Card.

  • Page 98: Application Settings

    Application Settings Other Settings Application Settings Other Settings Check installed applications and running applications. Item Description Location Enable location information. services In application sheet, (Settings) Bluetooth Set Bluetooth connections. ® Network Set Airplane mode, mobile network, etc. settings Lock & Set Screen lock, Operation Password, etc.

  • Page 99: Bluetooth Settings

    Bluetooth Settings Network Settings ® Item Description In application sheet, (Settings) Leaving power on, suspend signal- Airplane mode transmitting functions. Osaifu-Keitai Set Osaifu-Keitai operations. ® settings Wireless output Set wireless output. (Miracast) Home network Share media files with other devices over settings a home network.
  • Page 100 Network Settings Operations Set each item Enable/Disable Signal-Transmitting Functions Setting is complete. In Network settings, Airplane mode ・ Tap Airplane mode to toggle on ( )/off ( Activate/Cancel Osaifu-Keitai Lock ® In Network settings, Osaifu-Keitai settings Osaifu- Keitai Lock Next ・...
  • Page 101 Lock & Security Settings Enable/Disable Mobile Data Transmissions Item Description In Network settings, Mobile networks Data transmission Set Operation Password to use or change Operation some functions. ・ Tap Data transmission to toggle on ( )/off ( password "Setting Operation Password"...
  • Page 102 Lock & Security Operations Lock & Security Disable Screen Lock In Lock & Security menu, Screen lock None ・ When an option other than None Slide is selected, after Tapping Screen lock , cancel Screen lock to proceed. Require Dragging for Canceling Screen Lock Lock &...
  • Page 103 Language & Input Settings Require Password Entry for Canceling Screen Lock Item Description In Lock & Security menu, Screen lock Password Select Select handset interface language. Enter password Continue Re-enter password language Spell checker Enable/disable spelling correction. ・ When an option other than None Slide is selected,...
  • Page 104 Date & Time Settings Set each item Item Description Setting is complete. Automatic Set date and time automatically. date & time Language & Input Operations Enable/disable automatic time zone Auto timezone adjustment. Select Handset Interface Language Set date Set date manually. Set time Set time manually.

  • Page 105: Developer Options

    Date & Time Operations Developer Options Set Date & Time Automatically Available options are intended for developers. Do not change the settings except when developing applications, interfaces, In Date & time menu, Automatic date & time etc.; may result in handset malfunction. ・...

  • Page 106: Reset All

    Reset All Set each item Delete all handset system memory files. Setting is complete. ・Reset all deletes all handset system memory files including some preinstalled applications irreversibly. Back up important information before performing Reset all. In application sheet, (Settings) Other settings Other settings opens.
  • Page 107 Read message Reset phone ・ To delete all SD Card files simultaneously, Tap Erase microSD Erase everything Reset all starts.

  • Page 109: Appendix

    Appendix Specifications..............108 Customer Service............109...

  • Page 110: Specifications

    Specifications AC Charger Item Description Handset Power Source AC 100 V - 240 V, 50/60 Hz Power Item Description Consumption Weight 119 g (with Internal Battery) Output Internal Voltage/ DC 5.0 V/1.0 A Battery 2,080 mAh Current Capacity Charging C to 35 Continuous Temperature 3G: 700 minutes...

  • Page 111: Customer Service

    Customer Service For SoftBank handset or service information, call General Information. 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/Lost Handsets) From a SoftBank handset, dial toll free at 113 From a landline/IP phone, dial toll free at 0800-919-0113...

  • Page 113: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Safety Precautions............112 Important Product Information........117 Handset & Hardware Care..........119 General Notes..............121 FCC Notice..............122 RF Exposure Information/Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Information............123 Water Resistance............124...

  • Page 114: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Handset, USIM Card, SD Card, Charger (including Optional Accessories) & Micro USB Cable (Optional Accessory) Read Safety Precautions before using handset. Observe precautions to avoid injury to self or others, or damage to property. SoftBank Mobile Corp. is not liable for any damages resulting from use of this product.
  • Page 115 May cause fire, malfunction, burns, etc. due to electric subject to impact or apply excessive force. shock or short-circuiting. Display may break, scattering sharp glass pieces. Should Display break, do not touch glass pieces or broken parts directly; may cause injury.
  • Page 116 Internal Battery If battery fluid contacts skin or clothes, Use/dispose of Internal Battery according to battery type. discontinue handset use and rinse with clean water immediately. Symbol May cause skin damage. Battery Type on Label Li-ion00 Lithium-ion If charging continues even after specified Charging Time, stop it.
  • Page 117 Handset Do not use handset when it may affect a vehicle's electronic equipment. Handset use inside vehicles may cause electronic equipment Do not use handset while driving or cycling. to malfunction, resulting in accidents. Accidents may result. Phone use while driving or cycling is prohibited by law and subject to penalty;...
  • Page 118 Charger (including Optional Accessories) Do not touch Charger if thunder is audible. May cause electric shock or other problems. Do not cover/wrap Charger while charging. Charger may overheat, resulting in fire, malfunction, etc. Do not expose Charger to moisture (precipitation, bath/shower, etc.). May cause fire, electric shock or malfunction.

  • Page 119: Important Product Information

    Important Product Information Handset Use & Electronic Medical Equipment General Use This section is based on "Guidelines on the Use of Radio Communications Equipment such as Cellular Telephones and Safeguards for Electronic Medical Equipment" (Electromagnetic ・If your USIM Card or handset (with USIM Card inserted) is Compatibility Conference, April 1997) and "Report of lost or stolen, suspend your service immediately.
  • Page 120 In-Call/Transmission Cautions Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) ・During calls/transmissions, calling/transmission charges/ Wireless LAN (hereafter "Wi-Fi") uses radio waves to enable fees apply even if other functions or operations are communication between compatible devices within range. simultaneously in use. However, it is advisable for the user to configure security ・Transmissions involving JavaScript may incur high charges.

  • Page 121: Handset & Hardware Care

    Handset & Hardware Care Bluetooth Function ® SoftBank Mobile Corp. is not liable for any damages resulting Handset & Hardware Care from data/information leakage due to use of handset Bluetooth function. ® ■Precautions ・If handset is left uncharged, data may be altered/lost. The frequency band utilized by handset Bluetooth function ®...
  • Page 122 ・Touchscreen may not respond in these situations: To reduce battery consumption: ・Use with gloves/long fingernails In application sheet, (Settings) Energy saving ・Use of pens, pencils or sharp objects Energy saving settings (Confirmation appears) ・Use with objects on/against Display Waza. Emerg.

  • Page 123: General Notes

      their photographs. Portrait rights consist of the right to Hereby, Sharp Telecommunications of Europe Ltd, declares privacy, which is applicable to all persons, and the right that 205SH is in compliance with the essential requirements to publicity, which protects the interests of celebrities.

  • Page 124: Fcc Notice

    FCC Notice European RF Exposure Information This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation Your mobile device is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is is subject to the following two conditions: designed not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio waves (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) recommended by international guidelines.

  • Page 125: Rf Exposure Information/Specific Absorption Rate * (Sar) Information

    Absorption Rate (SAR) Information by independent scientific organization through periodic and thorough evaluation of scientific studies. The standards This mobile phone SoftBank 205SH meets the MIC's**** include a substantial safety margin designed to assure the technical regulation for exposure to radio waves.

  • Page 126: Water Resistance

    Water Resistance "FCC RF Exposure Information" and "European RF Exposure Information." Water Resistance Handset complies with IPX5 (former JIS protection level 5) and IPX7 (former JIS protection level 7) water protection standards, with Card Slot Cover closed firmly. (Handset is not dust proof.)  ...
  • Page 127 ・Do not remove or damage gasket. Keep it clean. ・Charger and optional accessories are not water or dust ・Do not insert sharp objects into Card Slot Cover gap, proof. Avoid moisture (precipitation, bath/shower, etc.); Headphone Port or External Device Port; may damage gasket may cause fire, electric shock or damage.
  • Page 128 Drying Handset Dry Headphone Port, Earpiece, External Device Port, Mic and Speaker when exposed to water. Wipe handset surface with dry cloth Holding handset firmly by its sides, shake it about 20 times Pat against dry cloth to remove moisture from grooves ・Do not put a cotton swab, cloth, etc.
  • Page 129 Ａ About Settings..............88 Add Account..............93 Address Book..............50 Applications...............20 Application Settings............96 Ｂ 205SH User Guide Index Basic Operations............... 18 Bluetooth ................ 77 ® Ｃ Calling................44 Calling from Outside Japan..........83 Charging Handset..............13 Creating/Sending Gmail............56 Customer Service............109 Customizing 3-Line Home..........39 Ｄ...
  • Page 130 Ｎ Ｖ Notifications Window............37 Video Camera..............67 Ｏ Ｗ Opening & Replying to S! Mail/SMS........ 54 Wallpaper & Display Settings..........91 Opening Received Gmail........... 57 Water Resistance............124 Opening Received S! Mail/SMS.........56 Web Browsing (Browser)..........60 Optional Services..............45 Welcome Sheet (Lock Screen) Basics.......34 Other Settings..............
  • Page 132 SoftBank 205SH User Guide August 2013, First Edition SoftBank Mobile Corp. Visit SoftBank Shop for assistance Model : SoftBank 205SH Manufacturer : SHARP CORPORATION...

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