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Related Manuals for Sony SO-04G
Summarization of Contents
Introduction
About manuals of SO-04G
Details about the available manuals for the SO-04G, including quick start guides and application manuals.
Note
Important notes regarding reproduction, reprinting, and where to find important information for the SO-04G.
Operation descriptions
Information
General information about how operations are described in the manual, including icon usage and potential differences from actual devices.
Safety Precautions (Always follow these directions)
DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION
Explanation of symbols indicating levels of injury or damage if guidelines are not observed.
Handling precautions
Common precautions
General precautions regarding waterproof/dustproof features and cleaning the terminal.
1. Handling the terminal, adapter, desktop holder, docomo nano UIM card, and 1Seg antenna cable (common)
Common handling precautions for various terminal components, including dangers and warnings.
Handling the terminal
Type of internal battery for the terminal is as follows.
Details about the internal battery type, Lithium Ion Battery.
Precautions on the adapter, desktop holder
docomo nano UIM card precautions
Precautions specifically for handling the docomo nano UIM card.
Bluetooth function precautions
Note
Important notes and warnings related to using the terminal, especially while driving or with remodeled terminals.
Wireless LAN (WLAN) precautions
2.4GHz device cautions
Cautions related to the operating frequency band of WLAN devices and potential interference.
FeliCa® and NFC reader/writer function precautions
Note
Notes on using remodeled terminals, driving, FeliCa function in Japan, and illegal software modification.
Waterproofness/Dustproofness
What you can do with waterproofness/dustproofness of SO-04G
Information on how to use the terminal safely with its waterproof and dustproof features.
Opening the docomo nano UIM card slot cover, microUSB jack/microSD card slot cover
Closing the docomo nano UIM card slot cover, microUSB jack/microSD card slot cover
Instructions for properly closing the covers to maintain waterproof/dustproof properties.
docomo nano UIM card
Security codes of the docomo nano UIM card
Information about the PIN code security for the docomo nano UIM card.
Removing docomo nano UIM card
Charging
Information about the internal battery and initial charging status.
Operation time on full charge (estimate)
Estimated battery life for standby and call time under various conditions.
Life of the internal battery
Before charging
Recommendations for charging the terminal, including using compatible adapters and conditions.
Charging with AC adapter
Charging with DC adapter
Information on using a DC adapter for charging, typically in a car.
Turning power on/off
Turning power on
Instructions for turning the terminal on.
Turning power off
Instructions for turning the terminal off.
Setting sleep mode
How to manage sleep mode settings to conserve power and lock the screen.
Canceling the screen lock
Initial settings
Steps to perform initial setup for language, accounts, and services after first use.
Basic operations
Using the touch screen
Precautions and detailed explanations for interacting with the touch screen.
Operations on the touch screen
Descriptions of basic touch screen gestures like Tap, Touch and hold, Flick, Drag, Scroll, and Pinch.
Basic key icon operation
Switching portrait or landscape view automatically
How to enable or disable automatic screen rotation based on device orientation.
Setting silent mode
Capturing a still image or video displayed on the screen
Instructions for taking screenshots of the terminal's display.
Recording a video (Record screen)
Setting Emergency mode
How to activate emergency mode to conserve battery by restricting functions.
Notification LED
Status bar
Explanation of the status bar and the icons displayed within it.
Notification panel
Quick settings panel
How to access and use the quick settings panel to enable/disable functions.
Home screen
docomo LIVE UX
Description of the docomo LIVE UX Home screen and its components.
Xperia™ Home screen
Description of the Xperia Home screen layout and its components.
Adding a home screen
Adding a widget to the Home screen
Instructions on how to add widgets to the home screen for quick access to applications.
Adding a shortcut to the Home screen
Adding folders on the Home screen
Steps to create and manage folders on the home screen for organizing applications.
Changing wallpaper
How to change the home screen wallpaper.
Changing theme
Simple Home screen
Configuration details for the Simple Home screen, which offers basic functions.
Using Settings
Saving applications in My Apps
How to save frequently used applications in the "My Apps" folder for easier access.
Changing applications on the Simple Home screen
Xperia™ Application screen
Description of the application screen layout when Xperia Home is set.
ドコモクラウド (docomo cloud)
docomo's recommendations
Lists recommended applications, including iD app, Anshin Scan, and Enkaku support.
Disaster kit
Sony
Information about Sony's pre-installed applications like What's New, e-books Reader, PS Video, etc.
Instagram
Play Movies & TV
Details on renting movies and TV shows from Google Play.
Adding an application to the Home screen
Adding a folder to the application screen
Instructions for creating folders on the application screen to organize apps.
Rearranging application icons
How to rearrange application icons on the application screen.
Uninstalling an application
Task manager
How to view and end recently used applications, and activate small apps.
Opening recently-used application window
How to display and activate recently used applications in a thumbnail list.
Adding small apps
Switching Home application
How to switch between different home screen applications.
Searching information in the terminal and web pages
Using Google Voice Search
How to use voice commands to search for information.
Search settings
How to configure search language and data types.
Character entry
Selecting keyboard
How to select and switch between different input keyboards.
Software keyboard
Information about available software keyboards like Keypad and QWERTY.
Switching software keyboard or changing the settings
For beginners
Options for beginners, including online help and simple keyboard settings.
Character input method
Editing text
How to edit text, including cutting, copying, and pasting.
Quoting contacts
How to use contact information when entering characters.
My Words
Setting character entry
How to make settings related to character entry for each input method.
Home screen
docomo LIVE UX
Description of the docomo LIVE UX Home screen and its components.
Managing the Home screen
Instructions on adding, moving, and organizing icons, widgets, and folders on the Home screen.
Moving an icon on the Home screen
Deleting an icon from the Home screen
How to remove icons from the Home screen.
Uninstalling an application or widget from the Home screen
Steps to uninstall applications or widgets from the Home screen.
Changing Kisekae
Application screen
Description of the application screen when Xperia Home is set.
Customizing the application screen
Moving/Adding an application or widget to the Home screen
How to move or add applications/widgets from the application screen to the Home screen.
Uninstalling an application or widget
Steps to uninstall applications or widgets from the application screen.
Display all apps
Backing up and restoring the Home screen
How to back up and restore Home screen layouts, applications, and widgets using docomo cloud.
Backing up the Home screen
Restoring the Home screen
How to restore backed-up Home screen data.
Backup settings
Settings related to automatic backup, multi-device sync, and data deletion.
Changing My Magazine use setting
Checking Home application information
How to view information about the Home application.
Making/Receiving a call
Making a call/video call
Step-by-step guide on how to make voice and video calls.
Emergency call
Entering pause (,)/(;) to send
How to use pause or wait features for calls requiring additional numbers.
Using 2-second pause (, )
Making an international call (WORLD CALL)
Instructions for making international calls using the WORLD CALL service.
Receiving a phone/video call
Putting a call on hold
How to place an ongoing call on hold.
Answering an incoming call with Answering Machine
How to manually activate the Answering Machine feature.
Muting the ringtone for an incoming call
Declining a call
How to decline an incoming call.
Rejecting an incoming call and sending a message (SMS)
How to decline a call and send a pre-set message.
Operations during a call
Screen displayed during a voice call
Overview of the voice call screen interface and available functions.
Screen displayed during a video call
Overview of the video call screen interface and available functions.
Muting the ringtone for an incoming call (continued)
Receiving a phone/video call when an application is running
How to handle incoming calls when an application is active.
Call history
Showing call history
How to view incoming, outgoing, and missed calls.
Adding a number from the Recent calls to Phonebook
Steps to save contact information from call history to the phonebook.
Deleting a call history
Displaying missed calls
How to view missed call notifications.
Answering Machine
How to set up and use the Answering Machine feature.
Greetings
Call settings
Network services configuration, call rejection, and message settings.
Phonebook
Displaying phonebook
How to view and manage contact information, including groups and cloud sync.
Managing phonebook
Adding a new phonebook entry
Steps to add new contacts to the phonebook.
Making a call using the phonebook
How to initiate calls from the phonebook.
Editing a phonebook entry
How to modify existing contact information.
Registering a phonebook entry to Favorites
Using optional menu
Accessing the optional menu within the phonebook for various actions.
Profile screen
Setting phonebook entries to Group
How to organize contacts into groups.
Creating a new group in the phonebook
Steps to create new contact groups.
Checking My profile and editing information
How to view and edit personal profile information.
docomo mail
Message (SMS)
Sending and receiving text messages.
Sending message (SMS)
Reading message (SMS)
How to read received text messages.
Saving phone number of message (SMS) to phonebook
How to save sender numbers from messages to the phonebook.
Deleting a message (SMS)
Deleting messages (SMS) by sender/recipient
How to delete messages organized by sender or recipient.
Changing settings for Messaging (SMS)
Configuration options for message notifications, templates, and delivery reports.
Email
Making initial setting for Email
Step-by-step guide to setting up email accounts.
Creating and sending email
Receiving and reading email
How to receive, read, and manage emails.
Saving attachment file of email
Replying/Forwarding email
How to reply to or forward emails.
Deleting email
How to delete emails.
Gmail
Sending Gmail
Instructions for composing and sending Gmail messages.
Refreshing Gmail
How to refresh the Gmail inbox.
Early Warning "Area Mail"
Receiving Early Warning "Area Mail"
How the terminal receives and displays earthquake early warning alerts.
Viewing received Area Mail later
How to access past Area Mail notifications.
Deleting Area Mail
Setting Early Warning "Area Mail"
How to configure settings for receiving Area Mail alerts.
Browser
Information on using the browser application to view web pages.
Displaying web pages
Searching text for web page
How to search for specific text within a web page.
Changing the Browser settings
How to adjust browser settings like homepage and privacy.
Operating links
How to interact with links and images on web pages.
Adding a new tab
Changing tabs
How to switch between open browser tabs.
Closing a tab
How to close browser tabs.
Managing bookmarks and history
How to save bookmarks and check browsing history.
dmenu
dmarket
Information about accessing and purchasing digital content from dmarket.
Play Store
How to download and install applications from the Google Play Store.
Installing an application
Deleting an application
How to uninstall applications from the device.
Using "Osaifu-Keitai compatible service"
Using " かざしてリンク対応サービス (Kazashite-Link compatible service)"
How to use services that access information by holding the terminal over NFC devices.
Notes on holding over the device
Locking Osaifu-Keitai function
How to restrict the use of Osaifu-Keitai function with a lock.
NFC
Tap & pay
How to enable or disable Osaifu-Keitai compatible services for payments.
iDアプリ (iD application)
Information about using iD for electronic money transactions.
Airwaves
1Seg antenna cable SO02
Instructions for connecting the 1Seg antenna cable.
Watching 1Seg
1Seg watching screen
Overview of the 1Seg watching screen interface.
1Seg watching screen (Full screen)
1Seg viewing mode without data broadcasting.
1Seg watching screen (with Data broadcasting)
1Seg viewing mode with data broadcasting displayed.
Exiting 1Seg
Setting 1Seg
How to configure 1Seg watching, data broadcasting, and channel settings.
Using optional menu
Accessing the optional menu for 1Seg settings.
Saving channels in the current location
How to save available channels based on the current location.
Changing numbers for TV remote
Using TV link
How to save and connect to related websites for data broadcasting programs.
Recording 1Seg
Playing a recorded program
How to play back recorded 1Seg programs.
Reserving recording/viewing 1Seg program
How to schedule recording or viewing of TV programs.
Using program guide
How to access and use the program guide.
FM radio
Listening to the FM radio
Instructions for listening to FM radio using earphones or headphones.
FM radio screen
Overview of the FM radio interface and its controls.
Existing FM radio
Managing existing radio stations and settings.
Camera
Before using the camera
Precautions and requirements before using the camera.
About the Copyright and Portrait rights
Information on copyright and portrait rights when using the camera.
Shooting/sending images
Considerations for privacy when taking and sending photos.
Warranty and After Sales Services
Warranty
Information about the product warranty and what to check upon purchase.
After Sales Services
If you have problems with the terminal
Steps to take if the terminal experiences issues before seeking repair.
If repair is required resultingly
Procedures for bringing the terminal for repair at a DOCOMO-specified office.
Precautions
Within the warranty period
Details on warranty repairs and conditions.
Note that repair may be refused in the following cases
Circumstances under which repairs might be refused, even within the warranty period.
Note that the settings and other information may be reset (cleared)
Precautions on memory dial (Phonebook function) and downloaded data
Notes on data changes or loss during terminal repairs or model changes.
Software Update
Notes
Important notes regarding software updates, including restoration, data privacy, and function availability.
Updating applications
Connecting to a PC to upgrade
Instructions for installing software updates by connecting the terminal to a PC.
Changing reserved time for the installation
When the icon does not appear in the status bar
Steps to perform software updates manually when the update icon is missing.
The terminal
Charging time
Estimated charging times for different adapters and usage scenarios.
Continuous 1Seg watching time
Estimated time for watching 1Seg broadcasts.
Display and Image Pickup Device Specifications
Specifications of the terminal's display and camera hardware.
Camera Specifications
Recording Sizes and Frame Rate
Available resolution options for still picture and video recording, and frame rates.
Wireless Connectivity
Specifications related to wireless connectivity, including standards, distance, and profiles.
Internal battery
Desktop Holder SO26
Specifications for the Desktop Holder SO26, including input/output power.
1Seg antenna cable SO02
Specifications for the 1Seg antenna cable, including size and weight.
File format (media)
Supported file formats for sound, still images, and video.
File format (document)
Recording time for 1Seg (Estimation)
Estimated recording time for 1Seg based on storage capacity.
Number of still pictures (Estimation)
Estimated number of still pictures that can be saved based on storage.
Time length of shooting video (Estimation)
Estimated time for shooting videos based on resolution and storage.
Certificate and compliance
Specific Absorption Rate of Mobile Phone, etc.
Information about the mobile phone's compliance with Japanese and international radio wave exposure regulations.
Specific Absorption Rate of Mobile Phone (SAR)
Details on the phone's SAR compliance and guidelines for safe use.
FCC Statement for the USA
Declaration of Conformity for SO-04G
Declaration of conformity with EU directives and information on finding the Declaration of Conformity.
Guidelines for Safe and Efficient Use
Recommendations for care and safe use of our products
Recommendations for product care, safe operating temperatures, and avoiding hazards.
Accessories
Children
Warnings regarding children's safety with the product and its accessories.
Power supply (Charger)
Instructions and precautions for using the power supply and charger.
Battery
Personal medical devices
Precautions regarding mobile phone interference with personal medical devices.
Driving
Guidelines for safe mobile phone use while driving.
GPS/Location based functions
Emergency calls
Information that emergency calls cannot be guaranteed under all conditions.
Antenna
Precautions regarding antenna use and potential effects on performance.
Radio Frequency (RF) exposure and Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)
Information on RF exposure and SAR guidelines.
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)
Flight mode
Information on using Bluetooth and WLAN in Flight mode and restrictions.
Malware
Information about malware and how to reduce the risk of attacks.
Accessories (continued)
Disposal of old electrical and electronic equipment
Guidance on proper disposal of electronic equipment and batteries for recycling.
Disposing of the battery
Instructions for disposing of batteries responsibly.
Memory card
Information about memory card compatibility, formatting, and use.
Warning!
Precautions on memory card use
Precautions for using memory cards, including handling and data backup.
Protection of personal information
Steps to erase personal data before disposing of the product.
Loudness warning!
Warning about avoiding high volume levels that may be harmful to hearing.
Export Controls and Regulations
Intellectual Property Right
Information about copyright and portrait rights for recorded content.
Don't forget your mobile phone ... or your manners!
Remember to be courteous to others when you use your terminal.
General etiquette guidelines for using the terminal in public places.
Do not use smartphone while walking
Warning against using the smartphone while walking due to safety risks.
Have good manners
Tips for maintaining good manners, including silent mode and public mode usage.
General Inquiries
Repairs
Contact information for repairs and service from DOCOMO and land-line phones.
For loss, theft, malfunction, and inquiries while overseas (24-hour reception)
Information for handling loss, theft, or inquiries while overseas.
Need help?
Do you have a question about the SO-04G and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers