Accessing Instructions on Handset........3 Getting Started Package Contents............... 6 Parts & Functions.............. 6 USIM Card................8 Internal Storage and SD Card......... 10 AQUOS Xx3 mini Charging Handset..............13 User Guide Contents Power On/Off..............15 Using Touchscreen............16 Handset Initial Settings...........18 Importing Data from Other Mobiles.......
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Camera Radio Wave Exposure and Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Information..............176 Capturing Photos/Videos..........94 Water & Dust Resistance..........177 Music & Images Listening to Music (Play Music)........98 Viewing & Managing Photos/Videos (Album)....100 Connectivity Connecting by Wi-Fi............104 Using Tethering.............. 107 Using Bluetooth Function..........
Display. Key labels in the User Guide are simplified for description purposes and differ with actual Display. Other Notations In the User Guide, the product is referred to as "handset." microSD™/microSDHC™/microSDXC™ Card is referred to as "SD Card." "603SH" here refers to this mobile phone "AQUOS Xx3 mini."...
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Showing Status Bar Indicator Launching Guide from Notifications Window Show indicator to launch Guide from Notifications Window. Launch the Guide quickly for how to use functions, etc. when indicator is set to appear. In app sheet, (Basic) (Guide) Drag Status Bar down Guide top screen opens.
Getting Started Package Contents............... 6 Parts & Functions.............. 6 USIM Card................8 Internal Storage and SD Card......... 10 Charging Handset..............13 Power On/Off..............15 Using Touchscreen............16 Handset Initial Settings...........18 Importing Data from Other Mobiles....... 19...
Package Contents Parts & Functions Package Contents Handset (Front) ・Handset (AQUOS Xx3 mini) ・Battery is built into handset. ・Handset back cover is not removable. ・TV Antenna Cable (Complimentary sample) ・クイックスタート (Japanese) ・お願いとご注意 (Japanese) ・Warranty Name Description Front Use to shoot photos or videos of yourself.
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Handset (Back and Sides) Handset Keys Name Description Name Description Volume Up Increase volume. Use while recording videos or when talking through Speakerphone. (Recorder Mic) Decrease volume. Long Press in lock screen Volume to activate/cancel Manner mode. Down Key Camera Shoot photos or videos.
USIM Card Inserting USIM Card USIM Card is an IC card containing phone number and other Always power off beforehand. customer information. ・Set USIM Card in USIM Tray beforehand. Do not insert USIM Card without setting it in USIM Tray. Handling USIM Card ・See instructions included with USIM Card for handling.
Removing USIM Card Close Card Slot Cap Always power off beforehand. Open Card Slot Cap by hooking a finger on notch (○) ・ Push Card Clot Cap as shown ( ) to close, then push it firmly all the way from circled area (○) to hinge as shown ( ) so that there is no gap between handset and Card Slot Cap.
Internal Storage and SD Card SIM-Unlocking Handset Handset supports SD Card up to 256 GB. Some SD Cards may Handset can be SIM-unlocked. SIM-unlocking handset allows not operate properly. other-carrier SIM cards to be used with it. Internal storage can be used for saving data including system ・Some services, functions, etc.
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Formatting SD Card About IMEI Sheet When using a new SD Card for the first time, always format it IMEI Sheet ( ) can be found when Card Slot Cap is open. on handset. Do not pull out IMEI Sheet. ・Formatting erases all data on SD Card.
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Unmounting SD Card Format In app sheet, (Settings) ERASE & FORMAT Storage Enter Operation Password ・If Operation Password is unset, follow onscreen prompts. SD Card is unmounted. DONE ・ To mount SD Card again, microSD MOUNT All data on SD Card is erased.
Charging Handset Removing SD Card Battery is built into handset. Always unmount SD Card beforehand. Internal Battery Open Card Slot Cap by hooking a finger on notch (○) A lithium-ion battery is built into handset; it is not removable. Recycling This product requires a lithium-ion battery.
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About Charging Charging with AC Adaptor The following charging options are available. Purchase and use ZSDBA4 (Micro USB Quick Charge™ 2.0 AC Adaptor) or ZSDBA6 (Micro USB 1.0 A AC Adaptor) For information on other peripheral devices, see SoftBank Charging Description Website.
Power On/Off Charging by PC Connect handset to a PC with Micro USB Cable (SHDDL1; Powering On optional accessory). ・Make sure that PC is turned on. ・Charging may not be possible/take a long time depending on connection and PC conditions. Long Press until SHARP logo appears ・Never connect Micro USB plug while handset or Micro USB...
Using Touchscreen Powering Off Handset uses a touchscreen-type Display. Operate with your fingers on Display. (Long Press) About Touchscreen In Case of Unintended Operation If handset initiates operation without Touchscreen (Display) being operated or does not respond after Touchscreen being operated, Press to turn off Display, Press again to turn on Display and then...
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Touch & Hold Pinch/Spread Contact Display lightly; release finger when screen changes. Contact Display lightly, then move fingers toward each other (Pinch) or away from each other (Spread). Drag Touch icon or other item lightly, move it where desired, and release finger.
Handset Initial Settings Set up a Google Account When powering on the first time, an initial settings wizard appears for optionally making Wi-Fi, Google™ account, and other settings. Follow onscreen instructions to set items. Insert USIM Card before powering on handset. Making Initial Settings Depending on your environment, screen content, setting items and steps may differ.
Importing Data from Other Mobiles Set up My SoftBank Import data from other mobiles, etc. using Bluetooth or SD ® Card. Enabling Bluetooth Function ® In app sheet, (Settings) Bluetooth Initial settings are complete. ・ To skip My SoftBank setup, Tap Later Bluetooth menu opens.
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Troubleshooting Pairing Bluetooth Devices ® Cannot use Bluetooth ® Search for and pair nearby Bluetooth devices. Paired ® Bluetooth devices can be connected easily. ® Handset may be in Airplane mode. If in Airplane mode, Bluetooth function is disabled. Bluetooth function ®...
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Connecting to Paired Bluetooth Devices Receiving Data via Bluetooth (e.g., ® ® Address Book) When data reception request arrives, notification appears in In app sheet, (Settings) Bluetooth lock screen. To receive data: Tap Bluetooth share notification twice ® Bluetooth menu opens. ®...
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Opening Files Received by Bluetooth ® Importing Contacts via Bluetooth (Data ® Transfer) Transfer Import contacts from other mobiles using Bluetooth ® In Bluetooth menu, Show received files ® file Follow onscreen prompts ・Enable Bluetooth beforehand. ® In app sheet, (Settings) Backup &...
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Importing Data from SD Card (Data Transfer) Follow onscreen prompts Import data (Address Book, Mail, Schedule (Calendar), Notepad, User/Learning dictionary, emopa) saved to SD Card on other mobiles or handset to handset. ・Insert SD Card containing a backup file beforehand. See "Inserting SD Card"...
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Tap item to import Tap file to import registration Delete and register ・ When Mail is selected, Mail application activates. Follow onscreen prompts. Import starts. ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts. Complete Import is complete. Cautions for Importing Data Import is not available if there is only a little free space in internal storage.
Basic Operations Basic Operations............... 26 Confirmation when First Activating Applications..32 Applications...............34 Using Recent Apps Window..........35 Handset Phone Number............ 35 Using Manner Mode............36 Using Airplane Mode............37 Text Entry.................38 Google Account..............39 Google Play............... 41 Security Codes..............43 USIM PIN................44 Turning Off Display (Screen Lock)........45 Updating Software............
Basic Operations Navigation Bar Tap icons on Navigation Bar (Display bottom) for the Lock Screen following functions/operations. After a period of inactivity, Display turns off to save battery Name Description power (Screen lock active). Return to the previous screen. Appears Press to open lock screen;...
Menu Operations Handset Settings and Making Settings at Display top or bottom for available settings and In app sheet, Tap (Settings) to customize the operation of items. handset functions. ・Screens may also have settings and items that are available ・ Checkbox ( ) or switch ( ) appears for by Touching &...
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Multi-Window Exiting Multi-Window Split screen to view and operate two applications. Touch & Hold or Drag pane bar ( ) up/down Activate the two applications beforehand. Viewing and operating (Address Book) and (Phone) is described as an example. Recent apps window opens. Touch &...
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One-Handed Operation (ShrinkScreen) Enlarging Part of Screen (Magnifier) Shrink screen for easier one-handed operation. Enlarge part of the screen. Recent apps window opens. Recent apps window opens. (ShrinkScreen) (Magnifier) Screen shrinks. Magnifier activates; part of the screen is enlarged (enlarged area). ・Drag enlarged area to target position.
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Using Screen Search Operating by Flipping Over Handset (Twist Magic) Touch & Hold for information related to onscreen By default, screen switches to the most recently used content. application when you hold handset and twist your wrist and ・Sign in to a Google Account beforehand. then twist back.
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Twist Magic Operations Turn on/off Twist magic appears) Setting Applications that Restrict Twist Magic Operation In Twist magic menu, Settings to restrict operation for application(s) ・ Tap to toggle on ( to toggle off ( ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts. ・Twist Magic is disabled while an application specified here is running.
Confirmation when First Other Ways to Set Required Permissions Activating Applications for Applications Setting Functions to Use by Application Set the operation of applications when activating for the first time. In app sheet, (Settings) Apps The type and content of a confirmation differ with the application Permissions Tap function...
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Other Ways to Set Battery Setting Battery Optimization Optimization Enable Battery optimization to prevent applications from running while Display is turned off (except while charging). In app sheet, (Settings) Apps Activating (TV) for the first time is described as an Special access Battery optimization example.
Applications Exiting Applications Activating Applications In any application, Tap repeatedly In app sheet, Tap application Home Screen returns and application exits. ・ Home Screen also returns when Tapping on Navigation Bar, but application does not exit. In this case, Tap and exit it from recent apps window.
Using Recent Apps Window Handset Phone Number Open a list of recently used applications to activate or remove Checking Your Phone Number them from the list. In addition, use Childlock, ShrinkScreen, and Magnifier. Opening Recent Apps Window In app sheet, (Settings) Settings appear.
Using Manner Mode Activating Manner Mode Mute ringtones and other handset sounds to avoid disturbing Camera shutter sound, video recording tones, etc. still play others around you. even in Manner mode. Manner Mode Options Drag Status Bar down with two fingers Settable options are the following.
Using Airplane Mode Operations of Manner Mode Using Volume Up/Down Key Leaving power on, suspend signal-transmitting functions. When screen is unlocked, the following operations are possible with Volume Up/Down Key. Activating Airplane Mode ・When Manner mode is active, Press Volume Up/Down Key (a volume bar appears) and Tap END NOW to cancel...
Text Entry Switching Entry Modes Keyboards In a text entry window, Use onscreen keyboards for text entry. ・ Tap Text entry field for keyboard. To hide it, Tap ・Text entry descriptions are for Google Keyboard (default input method). Enabling One-Handed Mode Shrink onscreen keyboard for easier one-handed operation;...
Google Account Or create a new account Use a Google Account and get more convenience with Google services. A Google Account is required to use some services or fully use some applications. Google Account Cautions Google Account Mail Address & Password Be careful not to forget your Google account mail address and password.
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Enter phone number for recovery NEXT Select whether to enable data backup Select whether to receive news and offers from Google Play NEXT Account is created. VERIFY ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts. Signing in to a Google Account If an application requires a Google Account, Add your account appears.
Google Play Purchasing Applications Download a variety of applications (free/paid) from Google Play. Change the setting of downloaded applications to enable manual or automatic updates. Sign in to a Google Account In app sheet, (Play Store) beforehand. Google Play Cautions Application Installation Disclaimer Many different kinds of applications can be installed on handset from Google Play (provided by Google Inc.).
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Updating Installed Applications Uninstalling Applications Applications installed via Google Play can be uninstalled. In app sheet, (Play Store) In app sheet, (Play Store) Google Play opens. ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts. Google Play opens. ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts. My apps &...
Security Codes Setting Operation Password Main Security Codes In app sheet, (Settings) Lock & Security The following are main security codes required for handset use. Type Description A code required for using some functions. Operation "Operation Password and Center Password Access Code"...
USIM PIN Enabling USIM PIN When PIN (a code for USIM Card) is enabled, PIN entry is USIM PIN and USIM Card Lock required for handset use each time handset is powered on with USIM Card installed. When USIM card lock is enabled, PIN (a code for USIM Card) is required for handset use each time handset is powered on;...
Turning Off Display (Screen Lock) Changing USIM PIN Enable USIM card lock first. See "Enabling USIM PIN" for Screen Lock details. After a period of inactivity, Display turns off to save battery power (Screen lock active). Screen lock prevents accidental In app sheet, (Settings) Lock &...
Updating Software Updating Software Manually Operate handset where signal reception is good and without Software Updates changing location. Also operate with adequate battery charge. Signal becoming weak or Battery becoming low during an update may cause an update failure. At specified time, handset automatically checks for/downloads firmware updates as required.
SHCamera. Viewing Tutorial on Handset Functions 1 Set message for lock screen beforehand. See "Lock & In application window, Let's Try! Follow onscreen Security Settings" for details. prompts 2 Appear when emopa is configured. See "エモパーを利 用する (http://help.mb.softbank.jp/aquos-xx3-mini/ pc/09-01.html)" (Japanese) for details.
Changing Shortcuts Notifications (Missed Calls, New Messages, Etc.) Notification appears in lock screen for missed calls, new In lock screen, Flick messages and information from applications. Tap notification twice to open it. (Lock screen settings) Notification Count & Grouping Notifications may be grouped depending on the number of unread notifications.
Home Screen Basics Desktop Sheet Layout Most operations start from Home Screen. To change Home Screen, switch to another home screen app. Toggling Sheets and Pages Most operations start from Home Screen. Home Screen consists of two sheets; activate applications in app sheet, and access widgets or save shortcuts to frequently-used applications in desktop sheet.
Icons at Display Top (Status Bar) Main Notification Indicators Indicators (new message notification, handset status, etc.) Notification Indicators appear on the left. appear at the top of Display. ・Notification Indicators do not appear in lock screen. Status Bar Layout Indicator Description Glove Mode On Bright Keep On...
Checking Handset Status & Main Status Indicators Notifications (Notifications Window/Quick Settings Window) Status Indicators appear on the right. Open notifications, check handset status or change various settings. Opening Notifications Window/Quick Settings Window Indicator Description Drag Status Bar down Battery Strength Charging Signal Strength No Signal (4G LTE/4G/3G)
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Notifications Window Layout Quick Settings Window Layout Notifications and active functions Use corresponding functions. Delete all notifications and close Notifications Window. Adjust Display brightness. Toggle Wi-Fi on/off. Notifications Window Operations Toggle Bluetooth on/off. ® Opening/Closing Quick Settings Window Manage use of location information. Turn on/off Mobile Light.
Customizing Home Screen Deleting Setting Keys Set Wallpaper and theme for Home Screen, rearrange icons, In Quick Settings Window, EDIT Touch & Hold change layout of icons as well as add folders, shortcuts and Setting key Drag to "Drag here to remove" widgets.
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Setting Theme and View Home screen Home screen and lock screen Touch & Hold open area of Home Screen Setting is complete. ・ Tap Home screen to set the image as Wallpaper for Home Menu opens. Screen only. Tap Home screen and lock screen to set the same image as Wallpaper for Home Screen and lock screen.
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Home Setting Operations Rearranging App Sheet Pages Changing Wallpaper Wallpaper set in "Setting Wallpaper" appears by default. To Touch & Hold open area of app sheet change Wallpaper: In Home settings window, Tap graphic above From list Follow onscreen prompts ・To use Wallpaper set in "Setting Wallpaper,"...
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Moving Icons/Widgets Changing Icon Layout Change layout of icons in app sheet (columns/rows per screen). In Home Screen, Touch & Hold icon/widget Touch & Hold open area of Home Screen Drag to target location Menu opens. Release to place icon/widget. ・To a folder: Drag icon to target folder.
Adding Folders Moving Icons Out of Folder Add folders to collect icons. In Home Screen, Tap folder Touch & Hold icon Drag it out of folder ・Folders can also be created in desktop sheet and dock. Deleting Folders In Home Screen, Touch & Hold icon to place in folder In Home Screen, Touch &...
Adding Shortcuts Adding Widgets Add an application shortcut to desktop sheet. Add Album, Analog clock, etc. as follows. Touch & Hold open area of desktop sheet Touch & Hold open area of desktop sheet Menu opens. Menu opens. Add shortcut Add widget Tap widget Application...
Capturing Screenshots (Clip Now) Capturing Permanent Screenshots Slide finger along the edge of Display to capture a screenshot. Capture screenshots for saving as files. Webpages opened Capture permanent screenshots for saving as image files or from browser (e.g., Chrome) are saved with their URL. temporary screenshot for temporary use.
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Opening Permanent Screenshots Capturing and Opening Temporary Screenshot Capture screenshot of webpage, etc. for saving it temporarily. In app sheet, (Tools/Info) (Clip Now) Captured screenshot can be opened while using other applications as well. ・Only one temporary screenshot can be captured. It cannot be saved as a file.
Scrolling Screen Automatically Setting Clip Now (ScrollAuto) Scroll the screen up and down automatically. In app sheet, (Settings) Useful Clip Now Enabling ScrollAuto In app sheet, (Settings) Useful Clip Now menu opens. Set each item Setting is complete. Useful menu opens. Clip Now Setting Operations ScrollAuto Viewing Instructions for Clip Now...
Disabling Touch Operation Temporarily (Childlock) Setting Whether to Show Status Bar Indicator while Running Target Applications Set Childlock to disable touch operation temporarily and In ScrollAuto menu, Notify in status bar prevent unintended operation. ・ Tap Notify in status bar to toggle on ( )/off ( Setting Childlock...
Placing/Answering Calls To end call, End call How to dial directly to make a call and answer a call, as well as options when a call is arriving/during a call are described. Support for VoLTE and HD Voice Handset supports VoLTE and HD Voice for high-quality call sound.
Answering Calls Airplane Mode Note that emergency calls cannot be made in Airplane mode. Drag Status Bar down with two fingers and cancel it. When a call arrives, Drag Answer down Call connects. ・ When screen is unlocked, Tap Answer at Display top.
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Arriving Call/Answer Phone Operations Call Window Layout/In-Call Operation Placing Call on Hold As call is arriving, Drag Answer Holding down ・ When screen is unlocked, Tap Hold at Display top. ・Caller incurs call charges while on hold. ・ To answer call, Tap Answer ・...
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Using VoLTE Placing Call on Hold VoLTE (Voice over LTE) is a system enabling voice calls over During call, Menu Hold LTE networks. Compared to voice calls over conventional 3G ・ To resume call, Tap Unhold connections, high-sound quality calls and reduced time until ringtones sound are possible (requires separate subscription).
Optional Services Call Forwarding Use these optional services for voice calls: In app sheet, (Settings) Call Optional Services The following optional services are available. Service Description Call Divert all/unanswered calls to a preset Forwarding number. Divert all/unanswered calls to Voicemail Voicemail Center;...
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Voicemail Call Forwarding is set. In app sheet, (Settings) Call Canceling Call Forwarding In Divert menu, Stop call forward Call settings appear. Voicemail/divert Voicemail/divert menu opens. Settings/stop Divert menu opens. Always No answer VOICEMAIL ・ For No answer , Tap WAIT TIME and select ring time as needed.
Call Waiting Group Calling Requires separate subscription. Requires separate subscription. In app sheet, (Settings) Call During a call, Menu Add Call Call settings appear. Enter number CALL Other service settings When call connects, Menu Merge calls Group Calling starts. Notify Caller ID Other service settings appear.
Call Barring Restrict Not restrict Restrict outgoing/incoming calls and SMS messages. Restriction is set. ・When attempting to place/send a call/SMS while calling is restricted, a message appears. Message may take time to appear in some areas. Call Barring Operations Restriction Description Canceling All Outgoing Call Restrictions All outgoing...
Making Call Settings Call Setting Operations Editing SMS Message to Send to Caller when Call Settings Unable to Answer In Call settings, Quick responses Tap message to Check call information and make settings. Settable items are edit Enter message the following. Setting/Canceling Answer Phone Item Description...
Address Book Save phone numbers and mail addresses as well as birthdays, nicknames, etc. Set ringtones for each contact as needed. Address Book Caution Contacts may be altered/lost if handset is left uncharged or due to accidents, malfunctions, repairs, handset upgrade/replacement, mishandling, etc.
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Dialing from Address Book Saving Multiple Different Phone Numbers, Etc. to Contact In window for saving new contact, for item to add In app sheet, (Basic) (Address Book) Enter number, etc. Deleting Entered Phone Number, Etc. In window for saving new contact, for item to delete Saving Contact from Dialpad Window Save a number entered in dialpad window directly to...
Hiding Contacts (Secrecy Settings) To end call, End call Specify contacts as secret entries requiring Operation Password for viewing. Call ends. Specifying Contacts as Secret Entries Contacts specified as secret are not shown in Address Book, recipient selection window, etc. ・Phone number is shown for arriving call.
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Canceling Secret Mode Temporarily Tap contact to set as secret ( Cancel Secret mode temporarily to view/use contacts. ・Multiple contacts are selectable. ・Secrecy settings for contacts can be made while Secret mode is temporarily canceled. Confirm Drag Status Bar down with two fingers Secrecy setting for contact is complete.
Messaging & Internet Messaging................80 Sending S! Mail/SMS............80 Opening & Replying to S! Mail/SMS........ 82 Using Gmail............... 84 Using Email................86 Using the Internet (Chrome)..........89...
Messaging Sending S! Mail/SMS S! Mail Sending S! Mail/SMS Exchange messages with S! Mail-compatible SoftBank handsets and email compatible devices (other mobiles, PCs, etc.) beyond In app sheet, (Basic) (Mail) SMS character entry limit; attach media files. Exchange short messages (up to 160 single-byte characters) using handset numbers as addresses.
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Sending of S! Mail/SMS Select recipient(s) S! Mail and SMS Switching S! Mail and SMS automatically switch at sending, depending on whether a subject is entered, text length, etc. ・When creating a message, check which it is sent as at top of Display.
Opening & Replying to S! Mail/SMS Opening S! Mail/SMS Handset receives S! Mail/SMS messages automatically by default. Optionally, retrieve messages manually, and also retrieve all messages saved on the server. In app sheet, (Basic) (Mail) Opening New S! Mail/SMS When message arrives, new message notification and Notification Indicator appear.
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Message Operations Replying to S! Mail/SMS Deleting All Server Mail In thread list, Handle Server Mail Delete all In S! Mail/SMS message window, mails Delete Checking Available Storage on Mail Server In thread list, Handle Server Mail Check storage space Protecting Messages In thread details, Touch &...
Using Gmail Creating/Sending Gmail Use Gmail (Google's webmail service) as well as your work/ personal email. In app sheet, (Google) (Gmail) Setting an Account Set up a Google Account or an email account to use Gmail. When activating (Gmail) for the first time, account setup menu appears;...
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Opening Gmail Selecting Recipients from Address Book In message composition window, Add from Contacts Select recipient In app sheet, (Google) (Gmail) Saving Current Message as Draft While creating message, Save draft Discarding Current Message In message composition window, Discard Message list opens. Opening New Gmail Tap message When message arrives, new message notification appears in...
Using Email Archiving Messages Send/receive email using (Email), an email-only In message window, application. ・Alternatively, in message list, Tap icon for message to archive ( appears) Setting an Account Syncing Accounts Manually Set up an email account to use email. When activating (Email) for the first time, account setup In message list, Drag down...
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Creating/Sending Email Discarding Current Message In message composition window, Discard DISCARD In app sheet, (Basic) (Email) Adding Quick Response Text In message composition window, Insert quick response Select text Opening New Email Message list opens. When message arrives, new message notification appears in lock screen.
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Opening Email Syncing Accounts Manually In message list, Drag down ・Sync sent and received messages manually at any time In app sheet, (Basic) (Email) regardless of the automatic sync settings. Message list opens. Tap message Message window opens. Operations when Opening Messages Replying to Messages In message window, for message to reply to...
Using the Internet (Chrome) Chrome Operations Use Chrome simply by entering words to search for or URLs. Signing in to My SoftBank Access My SoftBank to check service charges or reward points, change contract details (subscribed price plan, optional services, etc.), check handset email address, use TLS (Transport Layer Security) is a protocol for encrypting anti-spam settings, etc.
Adding Bookmarks Opening Bookmarks In app sheet, (Google) (Chrome) In app sheet, (Google) (Chrome) Chrome activates. Chrome activates. Open target webpage Bookmarks Current webpage is saved as a bookmark. Bookmarks window opens. Bookmark Operations Tap bookmark Editing Bookmarks Corresponding webpage opens. In Chrome, Bookmarks for bookmark to...
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Checking Browsing History Opening New Tabs Open multiple webpages in different tabs to switch between them easily. In app sheet, (Google) (Chrome) In app sheet, (Google) (Chrome) Chrome activates. Chrome activates. History New tab History window opens. Another tab opens. Tap record Tab Operations Opening Recent Tabs...
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Setting Chrome Make Chrome settings. Settable items are the following. Item Description Sign in to your Google Account and make Sign in to settings for tabs, bookmarks, history, etc. Chrome View account information. Search engine Select a search engine. Enable or disable automatic form entry, or Autofill forms edit address and credit card information.
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Capturing Photos/Videos Aim Back Camera at subject By default, photos and videos taken with handset are saved to handset (internal storage). To save them on SD Card, insert SD Card before using Camera, then change save location as follows. In app sheet, (Basic) (SHCamera) COMMON...
Recording Videos Viewfinder Layout In app sheet, (Basic) (SHCamera) Front/Back Camera switch Switch between Front Camera and Back Camera. Aim Back Camera at subject Mobile Light Change Mobile Light setting. Settings Access various Camera settings. Shooting mode Change shooting mode. Record video Capture photo ・Drag up/down to adjust brightness.
Listening to Music (Play Music) Tap item Tap song Playing Music Supported file formats: ・3GPP, MP4, MP3, AMR, OGG Vorbis, WAVE, MIDI, XMF, RTTTL/RTX, OTA, iMelody, ADTS raw AAC, FLAC In app sheet, (Google) (Play Music) Song plays. ・ For SONGS ), Tap song directly.
Adding Currently Playing Song to a Creating Playlists Playlist In Music Playback screen, Add to playlist In app sheet, (Google) (Play Music) playlist name Song is added to playlist. Listen Now opens. ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts. Music library for item/song to add to playlist Add to playlist...
Viewing & Managing Photos/ Videos (Album) Filtering Files by Shooting Mode in File List to show shooting mode types ( All Video Rapid Photos/videos captured on handset and downloaded images are Shooting pic Photo Sphere Background Blur automatically sorted into Event and Map categories. below Filter Change.
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Setting Whether to Show Images More Clearly Setting a Photo/Video to be Hidden in Album In file list, folder list, or file view window, In file list, Tap photo/video to hide appears) Settings Detail up ・ Tap to hide ( appears), to show ( ・...
Connecting by Wi-Fi Enabling Wi-Fi Handset supports Wi-Fi (wireless LAN). Access the Internet via household Wi-Fi networks. In app sheet, (Settings) Wi-Fi About Wi-Fi Available in the following environments. Environment Description Connect handset to your Wi-Fi home network. If you have a broadband connection at home but do not have a Wi- Wi-Fi menu opens.
Connecting Selected Access Points Checking IP Address Enable handset Wi-Fi first. In Wi-Fi menu, ・IP address is shown below "IP address." In app sheet, (Settings) Wi-Fi Installing Certificates In Wi-Fi menu, Advanced Install certificates Follow onscreen prompts Wi-Fi menu opens. Tap access point Enter password CONNECT...
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Using Wi-Fi Direct Connecting Using WPS Use Wi-Fi Direct to establish a Wi-Fi connection with other In Wi-Fi menu, Advanced WPS Push Button Wi-Fi Direct compatible devices with no need for an access Follow onscreen prompts point or Internet connection. ・Available when Wi-Fi is enabled.
Using Tethering Setting Tethering When using tethering, several methods are available for About Tethering connecting handset with other devices. Make settings according to connection method and status of target device beforehand. Tethering makes handset act as an external modem (like a Wi- Settable items are the following.
Using Bluetooth Function ® Sending Data via Bluetooth (e.g., ® Address Book) Connect handset to other Bluetooth devices (e.g., headset) ® for handsfree conversations, or connect to other Bluetooth ® capable mobile phones, etc. to exchange data. In app sheet, (Basic) (Address Book) Bluetooth...
Global Roaming Tap provider Handset is Global Roaming Service eligible. Use the same handset number outside Japan. Cellular provider is set. ・To set an appropriate cellular provider automatically, Tap Setting a Cellular Provider Choose automatically ・ To search for all available cellular providers, Tap Search Handset connects to an appropriate cellular provider networks...
Calling from Outside Japan Changing Data Roaming Setting See SoftBank Website to learn about roaming areas/rates, etc. Change setting for data communication outside Japan. http://mb.softbank.jp/en/global_services/ Print out roaming area/rate information to carry while traveling abroad as needed. In app sheet, (Settings) Enabling/Disabling Abroad Assistant While outside Japan, use Abroad assistant to select how to...
Calling Landlines & Mobiles within Calling Countries aside from Japan Current Country In app sheet, (Basic) (Phone) Dial In app sheet, (Basic) (Phone) Dial Dialpad window opens. Dialpad window opens. ・ When missed call window appears, Tap ・ When missed call window appears, Tap Use onscreen dialpad to enter number Add Prefix Use onscreen dialpad to enter number...
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Country Code List Operations Changing Country Codes In app sheet, (Settings) Call Int'l call settings User list Tap country/area ENTRY DIRECT Enter country name and code Deleting Country Codes In app sheet, (Settings) Call Int'l call settings User list Tap country/area DELETE FROM LIST...
Useful settings, Twist Magic, and Clip Now. Set emopa. エモパー For details on emopa, see "エモパーを利用 (Japanese する (http://help.mb.softbank.jp/aquos- only) xx3-mini/pc/09-01.html)" (Japanese). Battery & Save battery power by restricting some Settings appear. energy saving handset features, or check Battery usage.
Notifications Settings Setting Whether to Give Priority to Application Notifications Notifications Settings In application notification menu, Override Manner mode ・ Tap Override Manner mode to toggle on ( )/off Make application notification settings. Setting Whether to Show Notifications in Lock In app sheet, (Settings) Screen...
Make settings for Urgent News. Emergency "緊急速報メールを利用する (http:// Setting Volume for Ringtones for Incoming broadcasts help.mb.softbank.jp/aquos-xx3-mini/ Calls, Etc. pc/09-05.html)" (Japanese) for details. In Sound menu, Drag Ring volume slider to adjust volume Set whether to play operation tones when Other sounds Tapping menu items, etc.
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Enabling/Disabling Vibration for Incoming Calls Setting Whether to Show Notifications with Display On when Manner Mode is Set to Total In Sound menu, Vibrator when receiving a call silence ・ Tap Vibrator when receiving a call to toggle on In Sound menu, Do not disturb Block visual )/off (...
Illumination Settings Enabling/Disabling Vibration when Tapping Dialpad, Etc. Illumination Settings In Sound menu, Other sounds Vibrate on tap ・ Tap Vibrate on tap to toggle on ( )/off ( Set functions for Charging/Notification Lamp. Settable items ・ Disable are the following. Vibrate on tap to save battery power.
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Specifying Hours during which Charging/ Illumination Notification Lamp is Dimmed In Illumination menu, Time settings Manual mode Start time Specify time End time Specify time ・ Tap エモパー mode (emopa mode) to dim Charging/ Notification Lamp during your bedtime learned by emopa. Setting Whether to Flash Charging/Notification Illumination menu opens.
Display Settings Display Display Settings Set Wallpaper, Display brightness, etc. Settable items are the following. Item Description Set Wallpaper for Home Screen and lock Wallpaper screen. Display menu opens. Brightness Set Display brightness. level Set a period of inactivity after which Sleep Display turns off automatically.
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Setting Whether to Enable RelaxView during Setting Text Font Specified Hours In Display menu, Font Settings Text font In Display menu, Relax settings RelaxAuto setting font APPLY AFTER REBOOT ・ Tap RelaxAuto setting to toggle on ( )/off ( ・ Tap SEARCH DOWNLOAD FONT to search for fonts on Google Play.
Useful Settings Setting Whether to Show Battery Strength in Percent beside Battery Indicator on Status Bar Useful Settings In Display menu, Display left percents of Battery ・ Tap Display left percents of Battery to toggle on Set useful functions such as Shutter Key settings, Twist Magic, and Clip Now.
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"Activate camera by pressing key twice" Setting Set each item Set whether to activate (SHCamera) by Pressing Shutter Setting is complete. Key with Display on. Set Front Camera or a shooting mode to activate directly as needed. "Activate camera by long press key" Setting In app sheet, (Settings)
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On/Off with Motion Operations On/Off with Motion Settings Setting Whether to Turn On Display when Set how operation of handset turns Display on or off. Handset is Picked Up Settable items are the following. In On/off with motion menu, Turn screen on by holding Item Description ・...
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View with Flip Cover Setting Self Check Settings Set swipe/pattern/Lock No./password for unlocking screen beforehand. In app sheet, (Settings) In app sheet, (Settings) Useful Useful Useful menu opens. Useful menu opens. Self check View with flip cover appears) Self check window opens. View with flip cover is enabled.
Battery & Energy Saving Settings SELECT FROM PHONE SYMPTOMS SELECT FROM PHONE FUNCTIONS Battery & Energy Saving Settings Save battery power or check Battery usage. Settable items are the following. Item Description Save battery power by restricting some Energy saving handset features.
Call Settings Viewing Energy Saving Overview In Battery & energy saving menu, Energy saving Call Settings Overview of Energy saving Settings can also be accessed by activating (Phone) then Settings Selecting Functions to be Restricted by Energy Saving In Battery & energy saving menu, Energy saving In app sheet, (Settings)
Home Applications Setting Apps Settings Home Applications Setting Apps Settings Set the home application. Make settings for installed applications and running applications or check their information. ・For details on settings for application permissions and battery optimization, see "Confirmation when First In app sheet, (Settings) Activating...
Storage Settings Setting Default Applications for Browser, Phone, SMS, Etc. Storage Settings In Apps menu, Browser app Phone app SMS app Select item Follow onscreen prompts Check memory space of internal storage, SD Card and USB memory device, mount or unmount SD Card, erase data on SD Card, etc.
Data Usage Settings Enabling/Disabling Cellular Data Check the amount of your cellular data usage (per month) and In Data usage menu, Cellular data restrict usage. Data usage is only as tracked by handset, and may differ from ・ Tap Cellular data to toggle on ( )/off ( actual data usage statement.
More Settings Viewing Data Usage with Wi-Fi In Data usage menu, Wi-Fi data usage More Settings Set Airplane mode or make network settings for Cellular Restricting Data Usage with Cellular Access networks, etc. Settable items are the following. Point In Data usage menu, Network restrictions Tap Wi-Fi Item...
Location Settings More Operations Enabling/Disabling Signal-Transmitting Location Settings Functions In More menu, Airplane mode Enable location information. Settable items are the following. ・ Tap Airplane mode to toggle on ( )/off ( Item Description Adding VPN Destinations Set whether wireless networks and GPS are used for obtaining current location.
Lock & Security Settings Changing Accuracy of Location Information Lock & Security Settings In Location menu, Mode Tap location mode ・Available when Location is enabled. Make security settings including Screen lock and security ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen prompts. codes. Settable items are the following. Item Description Set Operation Password to use or change...
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than when eye data was saved (e.g., due to makeup), recognition may be difficult or recognition performance In app sheet, (Settings) may degrade. ・If Camera is disabled (e.g., handset is warm), "Unlock with your eyes" may not activate. In that case, use specified screen unlock option to proceed.
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Requiring Password Entry for Unlocking Screen Using "Unlock with your eyes" as Screen Unlock Option In Lock & Security menu, Screen lock Password In Lock & Security menu, Unlock with your eyes Set whether to require password entry to start Enter pattern/Lock No./password NEXT handset...
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Unlocking Screen Automatically in Specified Unlocking Screen Automatically Using Face Locations Recognition In Lock & Security menu, Smart Lock Enter pattern/ In Lock & Security menu, Smart Lock Enter pattern/ Lock No./password Trusted places Home Lock No./password Trusted face SET UP trusted place Follow onscreen prompts NEXT...
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Enabling/Disabling Access by Applications to Requiring Screen Unlock Operation when Secure Certificates and Other Credentials Canceling Screen Pinning In Lock & Security menu, Trusted credentials In Lock & Security menu, Screen pinning SYSTEM USER Tap certificate DISABLE Authentication when unpinning ENABLE screen unlock option for canceling screen pinning pattern/Lock No./password...
Languages & Input Settings Languages & Input Operations Adding Display Languages Languages & Input Settings In Languages & input menu, Languages Add a language Tap language to add Make settings for display language and text entry. Settable items are the following. Selecting Display Language Item Description...
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Setting Whether to Start Voice Search when Enabling/Disabling Audio Recording with a Saying "OK Google" to Handset with Display On Bluetooth Headset ® In Languages & input menu, Virtual keyboard Google In Languages & input menu, Virtual keyboard Google voice typing "Ok Google"...
Backup & Reset Checking Status of Default Language Back up application data and handset settings including Wi- In Languages & input menu, Text-to-speech output Fi password to Google server, or delete all data in internal Default language status storage. In addition, import data from other mobiles, etc. using SD Card or Bluetooth , or save handset data to SD Card (Data ®...
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Backup & Reset Operations Importing Contacts via Bluetooth ® Setting Whether to Back Up Application Data, Import contacts from other mobiles using Bluetooth . See ® Wi-Fi Password, Etc. to Google Server "Importing Contacts via Bluetooth (Data Transfer)" for ® details.
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Start backing up mails proceed (あんしんバックアップ activates). Follow onscreen Backup & reset Data transfer prompts. See "あんしんバックアップを利用する (http:// help.mb.softbank.jp/aquos-xx3-mini/pc/09-06.html)" (Japanese) for details. Complete Saving is complete. Data transfer window opens. Caution for Saving Data Saving data requires at least 11 MB of free space in Save data to microSD internal storage.
Accounts Settings Google Settings Accounts Settings Google Settings Create/add accounts; sync them as needed. Make settings for Google services. In app sheet, (Settings) In app sheet, (Settings) Accounts Google Google menu opens. Add account Tap account type Follow onscreen prompts Set each item Account is added.
Date & Time Settings Enabling/Disabling Automatic Time Zone Adjustment Date & Time Settings In Date & time menu, Auto timezone ・ Tap Auto timezone to toggle on ( )/off ( Make settings for date and time. Settable items are the following.
Accessibility Settings Accessibility Accessibility Settings Make settings for user accessibility, such as Captions and Magnification gesture. Item Description Captions Set options for captions. Magnification Set whether to magnify screen content by Accessibility menu opens. gesture Triple-Tapping Display. Font size Set the size of text on Display. Set the size of images, icons, etc.
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Setting Whether to Click after Mouse/Trackpad Setting the Amount of Time Required for Touch Pointer Stops Moving & Hold In Accessibility menu, Click after pointer stops moving In Accessibility menu, Touch & hold delay Tap option ・ Tap to toggle Setting Whether to Invert Colors of Screen Content toggle...
Printing Settings About Phone Printing Settings About Phone Make settings for cloud printing. Check handset status or calibrate sensors. In app sheet, (Settings) In app sheet, (Settings) Printing About phone List of print services appears. Phone status menu opens. ・For details on Software update, see "Software Updates."...
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Setting a Cellular Provider In Phone status menu, Carrier Setting Follow onscreen prompts Checking Legal Information and Authentication Information Handset conforms to technical regulations pursuant to the Radio Law and the Telecommunications Business Law. In Phone status menu, Legal information Authentication ・...
See "あ Created files are saved to internal Backup) Calendar, んしんバックアップを利用する (http:// storage. Save locations cannot be changed. Mail, TV help.mb.softbank.jp/aquos-xx3-mini/ programs pc/09-06.html)" (Japanese) for details. Still images Corresponding Depending on application, backup/restore Created files are saved to internal (photos), applications settings can be changed.
Automatic Data Communication & Troubleshooting Sync Settings Check Here First Changing Automatic Data Communication & Sync Settings If symptoms continue even after checking, contact a nearby SoftBank Shop or Customer Service. Change settings to automatically lower amount of data communication. Troubleshooting Settable items are the following.
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Cannot use calling, messaging, or Internet Application/widget screens are not refreshed Check whether you are where signal is weak or are out Setting Data saver may affect behavior of of service area. some applications, widgets and services, such as Yahoo! JAPAN for SoftBank.
Specifications USIM Card is not recognized Is USIM Card installed properly? Is it installed in the Handset right location and orientation? Turn off handset, check whether USIM Card is installed properly, and then turn Handset specifications are as follows. handset on again. If this does not remedy the problem, USIM Card may be damaged.
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6 SB-AC13-HDMU (SoftBank SELECTION Micro USB 1.0 A AC Materials Adaptor for smartphones) 7 Provided on a best-effort basis; transmission speed may Parts Materials Used/Surface Finish decrease or transmission may become unavailable due to traffic conditions, network environment, etc. Display Tempered glass/AF coating 8 Available in certain areas.
Warranty & After-Sales Service Customer Service For SoftBank handset or service information, call General Warranty Information. For repairs, call Customer Assistance. Handset purchase includes warranty. SoftBank Customer Support ・Check shop name and purchase date. ・Read warranty and keep in a safe place. General Information ・Warranty period is given in warranty.
Safety Precautions Safety Precautions............162 Important Product Information........170 Handset & Hardware Care..........171 General Notes..............173 Radio Wave Exposure and Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Information..............176 Water & Dust Resistance..........177...
Safety Precautions Handset, USIM Card, TV Antenna Cable, AC Adaptor (Sold Separately), Micro USB Cable (Optional Accessory), SD Card Read Safety Precautions before using handset. (Sold Separately) (Common) Observe precautions to avoid injury to self or others, or damage to property. Safety Precautions These labels show degree of risk from improper use.
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Do not let water or other liquids (drinking water, sweat, sea water, pet urine, etc.) enter Do not drop, stomp, throw or subject to charging terminals or External Connection Jack. excessive force or strong impact/vibration. May cause fire, burns, injury, electric shock, etc. May cause fire, burns, injury, electric shock, etc.
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Handset Do not use if broken. May cause fire, burns, injury, etc. Do not throw into a fire or apply heat. Internal Battery may ignite, burst, overheat, or leak, causing fire, burns, injury, etc. Do not place on unstable surfaces; take added care when vibration is set.
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Regarding handset use in a hospital, follow the instructions given by the respective medical Do not shine Mobile Light close to eyes. institution. Maintain a safe distance, especially from small children. Power off handset where handset use is prohibited. May cause visual impairment or other problems; may temporarily affect eyesight or startle, leading to injury or Handset use may adversely affect operation of electronic other accident.
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If Display or Camera lens breaks, be careful with shards of broken tempered glass and Do not swing handset grasping strap. exposed handset parts. May result in hitting yourself, other persons, or nearby Touching the broken or exposed parts may cause burns, objects, causing injury or other accident.
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AC Adaptor (Sold Separately) For any skin abnormalities associated with handset use, discontinue use and consult a doctor immediately. Handset use may cause itchiness, skin Do not use AC Adaptor if the cord is damaged. irritation, rashes, etc. depending on your physical condition.
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When AC Adaptor is connected to handset, do If charging terminals become bent or deformed, not apply excessive force to the connection. discontinue use immediately. In addition, do not use AC Adaptor by restoring the terminals to May cause fire, burns, injury, electric shock, etc. their original state.
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TV Antenna Cable Handset Use & Electronic Medical Devices If there is abnormal odor/sound, smoke, overheating, discoloration, distortion, or other If you are using an electronic medical device abnormalities, disconnect TV Antenna Cable. (implanted pacemaker, implanted defibrillator, etc.), carry or use handset at least 15 cm away Failure to do so may cause fire, burns, injury, electric from where the device is.
Important Product Information Camera ・Mind etiquette when using Camera. General Use ・Test Camera before shooting special moments. ・Do not use Camera in places where shooting is prohibited. ・Shot images may not be used/transferred without copyright ・If your USIM Card or handset (with USIM Card inserted) is holder (photographer) permission, except for personal use.
Handset & Hardware Care USIM/SD Card Insertion/Removal Handset & Hardware Care Open Card Slot Cap by hooking a finger on notch ・Use handset within 5 C - 35 C and 35% - 90% humidity. For use in bathrooms, see "Cautions for Use in a Bathroom."...
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Earphones-Microphone Close Card Slot Cap Earphones with Mic (SHLDL1) are available for separate purchase. Other earphones-microphone may not function properly on handset. ・Do not subject Earphones-Microphone Jack to strong impact while using earphones-microphone; may affect water and dust resistance. ・ Push Card Slot Cap as shown ( ) to close, then Self Check push it firmly all the way from circled area (○) to hinge as...
General Notes Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) "603SH" here refers to this mobile phone "AQUOS Xx3 mini." Wireless LAN (hereafter "Wi-Fi") uses radio waves to enable communication between compatible devices within range. However, it is advisable for the user to configure security Portrait Rights settings to avoid risk of data interception.
Regulatory Information Frequency Range of Supported Bands in In some countries/regions including Europe , there are restrictions on the use of 5GHz WLAN that may limit the use Item Description to indoors only. Tx 880.2 to 914.8 MHz If you intend to use 5GHz WLAN on the device, check the local GSM 900 Rx 925.2 to 959.8 MHz laws and regulations beforehand.
Battery Cautions FCC Notice Use specified Charger only. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation Non-specified equipment use may cause Internal Battery to is subject to the following two conditions: leak, overheat, burst or ignite, and may cause Charger to (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) overheat, ignite, malfunction, etc.
Absorption Rate (SAR) Information RF Exposure Information This mobile phone 【603SH】 is confirmed to comply with 【603SH】 here refers to this mobile phone 【AQUOS Xx3 guidelines relating to effects of radio wave exposure as mini】. set forth by the Council of Europe (CE) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
Water & Dust Resistance The use of accessories that do not satisfy these requirements may not comply with FCC RF exposure requirements, and should be avoided. The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization for this model handset with all reported SAR Handset Water &...
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Precautions Cautions for Use in a Bathroom ・Do not subject handset to soap, detergent, bath powder/oil, ・Do not let handset get wet with liquids other than tap sea/pool/spa water, hot water, etc. water at room temperature (spa water, soapy water, ・Rinse off sea/pool water, beverage, dirt, sand, mud, etc.
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Care & Maintenance Drying Handset ・Proper care of Card Slot Cap gasket is crucial for continued After exposing handset to water, be sure to dry Earpiece, handset water and dust resistance. Observe the following: Volume Up/Down Key, Power Key, Shutter Key, Mic, Recorder ・Do not remove or damage gasket.
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About the User Guide............3 Accessibility Settings............ 148 Accessing Instructions on Handset........3 Accounts Settings............146 Address Book..............75 Album................100 AQUOS Xx3 mini Applications...............34 User Guide Index Apps Settings..............130 Automatic Data Communication & Sync Settings..155 B Backup & Reset.............. 143 Backup &...
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AQUOS Xx3 mini User Guide March 2017, First Edition SoftBank Corp. Visit SoftBank Shop for assistance Model : AQUOS Xx3 mini Manufacturer : SHARP CORPORATION...
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