Preparing to Use Handset Package Contents............... 6 Parts & Functions.............. 6 USIM Card................8 SD Card................10 Charging Battery.............. 13 DIGNO J User Guide Contents ® Power On/Off..............14 Using Touchscreen............14 Setting a Google Account..........15 Waking Handset from Sleep..........17 Basic Operations Basic Operations...............
Introduction Thank you for purchasing DIGNO ® Before You Begin ・DIGNO J is referred to as "handset" in this guide. ® ・Read "Safety Precautions" and this guide thoroughly beforehand for proper usage. ・Accessible services may be limited by contract conditions.
Preparing to Use Handset Package Contents............... 6 Parts & Functions.............. 6 USIM Card................8 SD Card................10 Charging Battery.............. 13 Power On/Off..............14 Using Touchscreen............14 Setting a Google Account..........15 Waking Handset from Sleep..........17...
Package Contents Parts & Functions Package Contents Handset (Front) ・Handset (DIGNO ® (Battery is built in) ・クイックスタート (Japanese) ・お願いとご注意 (Japanese) ・Warranty (Japanese) Part Description Front Use to shoot photos or videos of yourself Camera Earpiece is also Speaker; hear the other...
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Handset (Back/Bottom) Keys Description Volume Up Increase the volume Part Description Volume Decrease the volume Long Press to turn Silent mode on/off Down Key 3.5mm Connect headphones Headphone Turn Display on/off Port Long Press for Power off / Reboot / Power Key Screenshot menu;...
USIM Card Insert SD/USIM Card Tray USIM Card is an IC card containing phone number and other customer information. Inserting USIM Card Always power off beforehand. ・Insert slowly without bending in direction shown. ・Note orientation of SD/USIM Card Tray. Wrong orientation may cause USIM Card or SD Card to fall or cause handset Pull out Card Slot Cap malfunction or damage.
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Removing USIM Card Install Card Slot Cap Always power off beforehand. Pull out Card Slot Cap USIM Card is removed. ・Press down firmly where circled ○, and check that Card Slot Cap is not jutting out. ・Use fingernail. SIM-Unlocking Handset Remove SD/USIM Card Tray Handset can be SIM-unlocked.
SD Card Set SD Card in SD/USIM Card Tray Handset supports SD Cards up to 256 GB. Some SD Cards may not operate properly. SD Card Cautions Data Information stored on SD Card can become lost or changed ・Set Card noting orientation of SD Card and with terminals accidently or as a result of damage.
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Formatting SD Card When using a new SD Card for the first time, always format it on handset. ・Formatting erases all data on SD Card. Carefully check any SD Card that was used on another device before formatting. ・Charge Battery while formatting, or format with adequate battery charge.
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Removing SD Card Install Card Slot Cap Always unmount SD Card and then power off beforehand. Pull out Card Slot Cap SD Card is removed. ・Press down firmly where circled ○, and check that Card Slot Cap is not jutting out. ・Use fingernail.
Charging Battery Charging by PC Always turn on PC beforehand. Charging with AC Charger Battery may not charge depending on type of connection to the PC. AC Charger is an optional item. Be sure to use an AC Charger specified by SoftBank. See SoftBank Website for information on AC Charger and other peripherals.
Power On/Off Using Touchscreen Handset uses a touchscreen-type Display. Operate with your Power On fingers on Display. Long Press Power Key Contact Display lightly and briefly. Start Screen appears. Touch & Hold ・See "Unlocking Start Screen" to unlock Start Screen. ・Startup wizard appears the first time handset is powered Contact Display lightly;...
Setting a Google Account Pinch/Spread Use a Google account and get more convenience with Google Contact Display lightly, then close/widen fingers. services. A Google account is required to use some services or fully use some applications. Google Account Cautions Be careful not to forget your Google account mail address or password.
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Logging In with a Google Account Google If an application is activated that requires a Google account, a window for adding a Google account opens. Sign in with a Google account you have so you can use the application. In Home Screen, (Apps) Window for logging in to a Google account opens.
Waking Handset from Sleep Google Display goes out after a set period of inactivity. Alternatively, Press Power Key to enter sleep manually. This saves battery power and prevents accidental Touchscreen operation. Sleep Display goes out after a set period of inactivity to save power (sleep).
Basic Operations Using Google Assistant Touch & Hold for information related to onscreen content. Selecting Options and Navigating Screens ・When launching for the first time, follow onscreen instructions to enable Google Assistant. Tap menu items, icons, onscreen key, etc. to open assigned items.
Silent Mode Using Silent Mode (Alarms Only) Mute ringtones and other handset sounds to avoid disturbing others around you. Long Press Volume Down Key Silent Mode Cautions Camera shutter, video start/stop tones, Alarm, video/music audio, and Tapping during calls sound even in Silent mode.
Airplane Mode Text Entry Using Airplane Mode Keyboards Disable all functions that emit signals. Handset remains Use onscreen keyboards for text entry. In 10-key keyboard, powered on. several characters are assigned to each key. In QWERTY keyboard, one letter is assigned to each key. In 50-key keyboard, kana are assigned to each key in 50-syllable order (goju-onjun).
Updating Software QWERTY Keyboard Layout Check whether updates are required via the Internet, and update as required. Before Updating Software Saved data may be lost depending on condition of handset (malfunctioning, damaged, water seepage, etc.). It is recommended that you back up important data before updating software.
Handset Interface Screen.................26 Status Bar................. 28 Using Notifications Window..........29 Using Quick Settings............30...
Screen Toggling Home Screen Sheets Flick Home Screen left/right to toggle sheets. Home Screen & Apps Menu ・ In any Home Screen sheet, Tap to return to Home Screen top sheet. Most handset operations start in Home Screen (appears at power on) or in Apps Menu.
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Multi-Window Exiting Multi-Window Split screen to view and operate 2 applications. Touch & Hold Activate the 2 applications beforehand. Viewing and operating (Contacts) and (Phone) is described as an example. Capturing Screenshots Long Press Power Key and Volume Down Key at the same time. ・...
Status Bar Main Notification Indicators Status Bar appears at the top of Display. Notification Notification Indicators appearing in Status Bar include the Indicators for new mail, etc. and Status Indicators for handset following. appear here. ・Other Notification Indicators also appear depending on the application.
Using Notifications Window Main Status Indicators Drag Status Bar down to open Notifications Window. Open Status Indicators appearing in Status Bar include the Notification Indicators to check details. following. Opening Notifications Window Indicator Description Auto Answering Set Bluetooth ® Drag/Flick Status Bar down Bluetooth Connected ®...
Using Quick Settings Drag Notifications Window down to access Quick Settings. Tap icons to toggle functions on/off, etc. Opening Quick Settings Drag/Flick Status Bar down Notifications Window appears. Drag/Flick Notifications Window down Quick Settings open. ・Alternatively, Drag Status Bar down using two fingers. Closing Quick Settings Drag/Flick Quick Settings up ・...
Placing/Answering Calls DIALPAD 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. Phone Function Emergency Location Report Making emergency calls (110, 119 or 118) automatically reports handset location to corresponding agency (police, etc.).
Optional Services Answering Calls This handset is compatible with SoftBank Optional Services. When call arrives, Drag to right Optional Services The following optional services are available. Service Description Call Divert calls to a preset number when out Forwarding of service area or unable to answer. Divert calls to a Voicemail Center to take Voicemail messages when out of service area or...
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Using Call Forwarding Always forward When Busy When unanswered When unreachable In Home Screen, (Apps) (Phone) Settings for the service appear. Call settings In settings for service, Always forward When Busy When unanswered When unreachable Call settings open. The forwarding window opens. Call service settings Forwarding Call Forwarding is enabled.
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Using Voicemail In Home Screen, (Apps) (Phone) Call Forwarding is set. Call settings Call settings open. Call service settings Voicemail/Call forwarding...
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Using Call Waiting Settings Always forward When Busy When unanswered Requires separate subscription. When unreachable In Home Screen, (Apps) (Phone) Settings for the service appear. In settings for service, Always forward When Busy When unanswered When unreachable Call settings The forwarding window opens. Call settings open.
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Using Group Calling Using Caller ID Notification Settings Requires separate subscription. In Home Screen, (Apps) (Phone) During a call, Call settings Enter number Call settings open. When call connects, Call service settings Group Calling starts. Accept Caller ID Notify Caller ID is set. ・...
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Using Call Barring Tap outgoing/incoming restriction Restrict outgoing calls to specific numbers. In Home Screen, (Apps) (Phone) Call Barring is set. Call settings Call settings open. Call service settings Outgoing Call Barring Incoming Call Barring...
Phone Number Using Contacts Save phone numbers, mail addresses, etc. to Contacts. Checking Your Phone Number Adding New Contacts In Home Screen, (Apps) (Settings) In Home Screen, (Apps) Profile (Contacts) Check phone number. Contacts appear. ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. Enter items SAVE Contact is added.
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 Home Screen, (Apps) (Mail) SMS character entry limit; attach media files. Exchange short messages (up to 160 single-byte characters) using handset numbers as addresses.
Using Gmail Select recipients Gmail is Google's webmail service. Use this service to exchange email. Creating/Sending Gmail In Home Screen, (Apps) ・ Tap Phonebook Outgoing History Incoming History Mail Group to change recipient lists. ・ After setting recipients, Tap to check recipients' phone numbers/email addresses or set them to Cc/Bcc.
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Enter recipient/subject/mail text Mail is sent.
Using Chrome (Chrome) Use the browser simply by entering words to search and URLs. TLS (Transport Layer Security) is a protocol for encrypting sent/received data. While in a screen connected by TLS, data is encrypted to safely send/receive private information, credit card numbers, corporate secrets, etc., and provide protection against online threats (eavesdropping, falsification, impersonation, etc.).
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Adding Bookmarks In Home Screen, (Apps) (Google) Current Website is added to Bookmarks. Opening New Tabs (Chrome) Open several tabs to switch between Website easily. In Home Screen, (Apps) (Google) (Chrome) Chrome opens. Show Website to add Chrome opens. New tab New tab appears.
Capturing Still Images/Videos Aim Camera at subject File Format for Still Images/Videos File Format for Still Images File format for still images is JPEG. File Format for Videos File format for videos is MPEG-4. Shutter clicks and still image is saved. ・...
Viewing Still Images/Videos Capturing Videos (Photos) In Home Screen, (Apps) Opening Still Images/Videos Show captured or downloaded still images and videos. Supported file formats: Type File Format Still images JPEG, GIF, PNG, BMP, WebP Video MP4, 3GPP, TS, WebM (Camera) In Home Screen, (Apps) Viewfinder appears.
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Tap still image/video Still image/video appears. Zooming Still Images When viewing still image, Tap Display twice or Pinch.
Adding/Deleting Applications Installing Free Applications Google Play In Home Screen, (Apps) Download a variety of applications (free/paid) from Google Play. Change the setting of downloaded applications to enable manual or automatic updates. Log in to your Google account beforehand. How to Use Google Play In Google Play, Help &...
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Purchasing Paid Applications In Home Screen, (Apps) ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. CONTINUE (Play Store) Application is downloaded and installed. Google Play appears. Purchased Applications ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. Payment Pay only once. Redownloads of uninstalled applications are Tap paid application free of charge.
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Updating Applications Deleting (Uninstalling) Applications Applications installed from Google Play can also be deleted (uninstalled). In Home Screen, (Apps) (Play Store) In Home Screen, (Apps) Google Play appears. ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. (Play Store) My apps & games Tap application to update UPDATE The application is downloaded and installed.
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INSTALLED Tap the application UNINSTALL The application is deleted.
Listening to Music (Play Music) Playing Music In Home Screen, (Apps) (Google) (Play Music) ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. Music library Music library opens. Flick screen left/right and select category (such as "ALBUMS") Tap item/song Song plays.
Exchanging Data by Infrared Sending Selected Data Exchange data with a mobile phone or other device by Photos is described. infrared. Receiving Data In Home Screen, (Apps) (Google) (Photos) In Home Screen, (Apps) (Infrared) Touch & Hold data to send Infrared window opens.
Connecting by Wi-Fi Handset supports Wi-Fi (wireless LAN). Access the Internet via a household Wi-Fi connection environment. Connecting to Access Points Select a scanned access point (Wi-Fi network) and connect. In Home Screen, (Apps) Wi-Fi is enabled. ・ To disable Wi-Fi, Tap Tap access point (Settings) Enter password...
Using Bluetooth Function ® Connect to a Bluetooth -capable wireless phone, etc. for calls ® or to a hands-free device such as a headset. Enabling Bluetooth Function ® In Home Screen, (Apps) (Settings) Connected devices Bluetooth Bluetooth settings open. ® Bluetooth function is enabled.
Handset Settings Network & Internet Settings Handset Settings Network & Internet Settings Make network and Internet settings such as Wi-Fi, mobile In Home Screen, (Apps) (Settings) to customize network, and data usage. operation of handset functions. Settable items are the following. Handset settings include the following items.
Connected Device Settings Display Settings Connected Device Settings Display Settings Make settings for Bluetooth connection, etc. Settable items Make settings for Display brightness, Wallpaper, etc. Settable ® are the following. items are the following. Item Description Item Description Bluetooth Enable Bluetooth connection.
Sound Settings App & Notification Settings Sound Settings App & Notification Settings Make ringtone, operation tones, and other sound settings. Make settings for installed applications and notifications. Settable items are the following. Settable items are the following. Item Description Item Description Media volume Set volume for music, videos, etc.
Security & Location Settings Enabling USIM PIN When PIN is enabled, a window for entering PIN appears to Security & Location Settings allow handset use each time handset is powered on with USIM Card installed. Make settings for Start Screen security, USIM Card lock, etc. Settable items are the following.
Account Settings Changing USIM PIN First enable USIM PIN to change PIN. Account Settings Create/add accounts and sync accounts. Settable items are the In Home Screen, (Apps) (Settings) following. Item Description Add account Create/add accounts. Automatically Set whether to automatically sync data. sync data Security &...
Accessibility Settings Google Settings Accessibility Settings Google Service Settings Set captions, magnification gestures, and other useful Make settings for Google services together at the same accessibility functions. Settable items are the following. time.Settable items are the following. Item Description Item Description Font size Increase size of onscreen text.
System Settings About Phone System Settings About Phone Check and make settings for language, input, date and time, Check handset status. Items that can be checked/set are the backup, system updates, and reset. Settable items are the following. following. Item Description Item Description...
Making Calls while Abroad International Calls to Japan and Other Countries from Abroad In Home Screen, (Apps) (Phone) Handset dials number. Call begins when other party answers. Phone opens. DIALPAD Call window opens. Touch & Hold "+" appears. Enter country code then other party number (omit first 0) ・Do not omit first 0 from phone numbers when dialing Italy (39).
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Calls to Landline Phones/Mobile Phones in Country of Stay Place calls the same way you would within Japan. ・Do not enter country code or omit first 0 from phone numbers. In Home Screen, (Apps) (Phone) Phone opens. DIALPAD Call window opens. Tap dialpad to enter number Handset dials number.
Specifications Materials DIGNO DIGNO ® ® Item Description Parts Material/Finishing Weight Approx. 130 g Outer Case PA resin/UV-cured acrylic coating (Display Side) Approx. 1360 min. (3G) Continuous Approx. 1010 min. (4G LTE) PC resin/ Talk Time Approx. 780 min. (GSM)
Customer Service For SoftBank handset or service information, call General Information. For repairs, call Customer Assistance. General Information For all SoftBank inquiries, from fees to service information. From a SoftBank handset, dial toll free at 157 From a landline/IP phone, dial toll free at 0800-919-0157 Service hours: 9:00 am –...
Safety Precautions Handset, USIM Card, AC Charger (Optional) (Common) For proper handset use, carefully read Safety Precautions beforehand. Keep this guide for future reference. Observe these safety precautions to prevent injury or damage to property. Labels Do not use, store, or leave handset or related hardware in places subject to high Risks of injury or damage from improper use are categorized temperatures or where heat collects (near...
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Do not apply excessive force to or break handset. Particularly when carrying handset in Do not drop, step on, throw, or otherwise your clothes pocket, do not bump it or place it subject to strong force or impact, or to between objects.
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Handset Do not use damaged. May cause fire, burns, injury, etc. Do not throw in fire or heat. May cause fire, burns, injury, etc. Do not place on an uneven or unstable surface. Be particularly careful while vibrator is activated. Do not pierce with a sharp object (nail, etc.), May fall, leading to injury, etc.
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Before boarding an aircraft, power off handset or place handset in Airplane mode. Do not look into Infrared Port when sending data by infrared. Restrictions are in place for use aboard aircraft; follow airline instructions. May affect eyesight. Radio waves may affect operation of onboard electronic equipment.
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Keep handset power off near high precision electronic devices or devices using weak Do not swing handset around by holding the signals. strap, etc. Radio waves may cause malfunctioning or otherwise affect May cause an accident such as injury. electronic devices. Devices that may be affected: Hearing aids, implanted cardiac pacemakers and implanted defibrillators, other electric medical equipment, other...
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AC Charger (Optional) Handset Earpiece/Speaker, and Camera use magnetic components. Make sure that nothing metal (cutter blades, staples, etc.) have become attached to them. Do not use AC Charger if cable is damaged. Attached objects may cause injury, etc. May cause fire, burns, electric shock, etc. When viewing Display, view in a sufficiently bright place with Display at an adequate If thunder is audible, do not touch AC Charger.
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Use with the specified power source at the If not using AC Charger, unplug power plug specified voltage. from outlet. If charging while abroad, charge with an AC Leaving plugged in may cause fire, burns, electric shock, Charger compatible with use abroad. etc.
General Notes Handset Use & Electronic Medical Equipment Observe the following for optimal performance. Please use handset after reading carefully. 【704KC】 here refers to this mobile phone 【DIGNO J】. ® Usage Basics When carrying handset, keep a minimum of ・Content saved to handset (contacts, mail, music, photos, 15 cm from implanted cardiac pacemaker, videos, etc.) may be altered or erased if handset encounters...
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Google Play. between 36˚C - 40˚C). Your Google account is used by other setting functions and -DIGNO J unit ® synchronization functions; be sure to keep a written record ・Clean External Device Port and 3.5mm Headphone Port of account information.
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・Display may be difficult to view in bright conditions Camera (outdoors, under fluorescent lighting, etc.). This is not a defect or malfunction. ・Do not leave Camera Lens under direct sunlight. May burn or ・If not using AC Charger (optional), unplug from outlet. fade colors of elements.
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Urgent News (Application) Bluetooth ® ・Receive setting is enabled by default. ・Frequencies ・If an emergency alert is received while handset is in Silent Handset Bluetooth function uses 2.402 GHz - 2.480 GHz ® mode, handset vibrates or shows notification only, and alert frequencies in the 2.4 GHz band.
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Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) for This Product (for Japan) ・Frequencies Handset Wi-Fi function uses 2.402 GHz - 2.480 GHz This mobile phone 【704KC】 meets Japanese technical frequencies in the 2.4 GHz band. regulations* and international guidelines for exposure to radio Uses 2.4 GHz band, DS-SS/OFDM modulation, with a waves.
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FCC Notice This mobile phone【704KC】is confirmed to comply with This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation guidelines relating to effects of radio wave exposure as set is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device forth by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
Water/Dust/Shock Resistance ・Do not use submersed (including key operation). ・Do not expose to or immerse in liquid other than room temperature fresh water or tap water (soap/detergent/bath Handset has water resistance equivalent to IPX5 and IPX7 salt water, hot spring water, hot water, muddy water, sea and dust resistance equivalent to IP5X with Card Slot Cap water, pool water, alcohol, etc.).
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・Do not immerse in hot water, use in a sauna, or subject to Shared Precautions hot air from a hair dryer, etc. Handset is not designed to be heat resistant. ・Close Card Slot Cap firmly after confirming rubber seal is ・Use handset in temperatures between 5˚C - 35˚C and correct location.
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If Exposed to Water Using handset with any moisture on it may allow moisture to collect in Mic, Earpiece/Speaker, 3.5mm Headphone Port, or External Device Port, and may cause sound to be inaudible or may wet clothing, bag, etc. Follow steps below to drain water. Wipe handset with a lint-free clean, dry cloth Shake handset as shown until there is no more wetting Press a lint-free clean, dry cloth into gaps (Mic, External...
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A About Phone..............75 Accessibility Settings............74 Account Settings.............. 73 Adding/Deleting Applications.......... 54 Airplane Mode..............22 App & Notification Settings........... 70 DIGNO J User Guide Index ® B Basic Operations............... 20 Battery Settings...............71 C Capturing Still Images/Videos......... 50 Charging Battery.............. 13 Connected Device Settings..........69 Connecting by Wi-Fi............
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