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  • Page 1 106SH User Guide...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Introduction Introduction.................3 Getting Started Package Contents............... 6 Parts & Functions.............. 6 USIM Card Installation............7 Handset Memory & SD Card..........9 Battery Installation............15 106SH User Guide Contents Charging Battery.............. 16 Power On/Off..............18 Touchscreen Operations........... 19 Basic Operations Basic Operations............... 22 Applications...............24 Handset Phone Number............
  • Page 4 Music & Images Music Files.................72 Still Images & Video............72 Connectivity Wi-Fi...................74 Bluetooth ................ 76 ® Global Services Global Roaming..............80 Calling from Outside Japan..........82 Settings Sound Settings..............86 Device Info................ 88 Accounts & Sync Settings..........89 Wi-Fi Settings..............90 Home Applications Setting..........90 Battery Status..............

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Read "Quick Tips" (in お願いとご注意) and this guide thoroughly beforehand for proper usage. ・Accessible services may be limited by contract conditions. ・SoftBank 106SH is compatible with 3G and GSM network technologies. Guide Usage Notes ・Most operation descriptions are based on default settings.

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Getting Started Package Contents............... 6 Parts & Functions.............. 6 USIM Card Installation............7 Handset Memory & SD Card..........9 Battery Installation............15 Charging Battery.............. 16 Power On/Off..............18 Touchscreen Operations........... 19...

  • Page 8: Package Contents

    Package Contents Parts & Functions Package Contents Handset Parts ・Handset (SoftBank 106SH) ・Battery (SHBEJ1) ・AC Charger (SHCEJ1) ・Micro USB Cable (SHDDL1) ・クイックスタート (Japanese) ・お願いとご注意 (Japanese) with English "Quick Tips" ・Warranties (Japanese) for handset and AC Charger ・microSD Card (complimentary sample)

  • Page 9: Usim Card Installation

    USIM Card Installation Handset Keys USIM Card is an IC card containing customer and authentication information, including handset number. Inserting USIM Card Always power off first. Name Description Activate/cancel Screen lock. Long Press for power on/off or phone options. (Power Key) Remove Battery Cover Increase Volume.

  • Page 10: Removing Usim Card

    Removing USIM Card Secure USIM Tray Always power off first. Remove Battery Cover Insert Battery ・Use notch (○) to lift Battery Cover. Push up Battery Cover along edges to remove it. ・With Battery tab facing up, align Battery terminals with Remove Battery charging terminals.

  • Page 11: Handset Memory & Sd Card

    Handset Memory & SD Card Secure USIM Tray Handset supports SD Card up to 64 GB. Some SD Cards may not operate properly. In addition to SD Cards, use handset memory as storage for shot photos/videos and other files. Storage Handset internal storage consists of system memory and handset memory.
  • Page 12 Unmounting SD Card Removing SD Card Always unmount SD Card before removing it. (Complimentary Always unmount SD Card and power off first. SD Card preinstalled.) Remove Battery Cover In application sheet, (Settings) ・Use notch (○) to lift Battery Cover. Push up Battery Cover along edges to remove it.
  • Page 13 Inserting SD Card Replace Battery Cover Always power off first. Remove Battery Cover ・Align Battery Cover with handset, then firmly press down along shaded areas. ・Close Battery Cover firmly. Debris trapped between battery ・Use notch (○) to lift Battery Cover. Push up Battery Cover housing area and Battery Cover gasket may expose handset along edges to remove it.
  • Page 14 Formatting SD Card Replace Battery Cover When using a new SD Card for the first time, format it on handset before trying to save files, etc. ・Formatting deletes all SD Card files. ・Charge Battery or install a charged Battery beforehand. In application sheet, (Settings) ・Align Battery Cover with handset, then firmly press down...
  • Page 15 Formatting Handset Memory Enter Operation Password Formatting deletes all handset memory files. ・Charge Battery or install a charged Battery beforehand. In application sheet, (Settings) ・If Operation Password is unset, follow onscreen instructions. Erase everything microSD & phone storage Handset erases all SD Card files. ・When finished, SD Card is mounted.

  • Page 16: General Use

    Important Handset Memory & SD Card Usage Notes Enter Operation Password General Handset memory files and SD Card files may be lost/altered accidentally. Keep a copy of contacts, etc. in a separate place. SoftBank Mobile is not liable for any damages resulting from accidental loss/alteration of information.

  • Page 17: Battery Installation

    Battery Installation Removing Battery Always power off before removing Battery. Inserting Battery Remove Battery Cover Remove Battery Cover ・Use notch (○) to lift Battery Cover. Push up Battery Cover along edges to remove it. ・Use notch (○) to lift Battery Cover. Push up Battery Cover along edges to remove it.

  • Page 18: Charging Battery

    Charging Battery Battery Usage Notes General Battery must be inserted in handset to charge it. AC Charger, Micro USB Cable, Micro USB Charging Adapter Charge Battery at least once every six months; uncharged (optional accessory) and In-Car Charger (optional accessory) Battery may die or affect files/settings.

  • Page 19: Usb Charging

    Charging Precautions Close Port Cover Handling Cords Do not pull, bend, or twist cord. ・Close Port Cover firmly. Debris trapped between gasket and Handling External Device Port Cover base may expose handset to liquid/dust. Remember these points when closing Port Cover: ・Close Port Cover firmly.

  • Page 20: Power On/Off

    Power On/Off Power On Long Press until SoftBank logo appears Initial setup menu opens. ・When powering on for the first time, 3-Line Home usage guide appears before initial setup menu opens. Follow these steps: 利用する Water/dust proofing information appears Initial setup menu opens キャンセル...

  • Page 21: Touchscreen Operations

    Touchscreen Operations Power Off Touch Display to select menu items, open functions, scroll pages, etc. (Long Press) Tap item or key to open or execute corresponding function/ operation. Power off Touch & Hold Touch item for 1+ seconds (handset vibrates) to move icon, open menu, etc.
  • Page 22 Flick Flick to toggle sheets, pages, etc. Pinch/Spread Pinch or Spread to zoom in or out on images, etc. Calibrating Touchscreen Calibrate Touchscreen to improve response. Hold handset normally during calibration. In application sheet, (Settings) Device info Adjust touch panel Tap center of each circle...

  • Page 23: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations Basic Operations............... 22 Applications...............24 Handset Phone Number............ 25 Mobile Manners..............26 Text Entry.................27 Google™ Accounts............29 Google Play™..............31 Security Codes..............33 USIM PIN................34 Screen Lock............... 35 File Backup................ 35 Software Updates.............36...

  • Page 24: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations Handset Navigation Tap item, icon, key, etc. to open menu/window or execute Welcome Sheet (Lock Screen) corresponding function/operation. ・ Tap to go back/escape. After a period of inactivity, Display goes completely dark to extend battery time (Screen lock active). To cancel Screen lock, Press to open Welcome sheet (lock screen) first.

  • Page 25: Action Bar

    Action Bar Handset Settings Current menu/window title appears on Action Bar (Display In application sheet, Tap (Settings) to customize settings. top). Tap icons to the right of title to access frequently used functions. ・ When appears on Action Bar, Tap it to turn corresponding setting off or on.

  • Page 26: Applications

    Applications Obtaining Applications Obtain applications from (Play Store). Activating Applications Deleting Application Use History In application sheet, Tap application All Items In application use history, Single Item In application use history, Flick item left/right Application activates. ・If confirmation (authentication prompt, selection, caution, etc.) appears, follow onscreen instructions.

  • Page 27: Handset Phone Number

    Handset Phone Number Saving User Information to Profile My Phone Number In application sheet, (Settings) Profile In application sheet, (Settings) Profile Profile opens. Profile opens. (edit) on Action Bar ・Handset number appears in Own phone number field. Profile entry window opens. Tap item (entry field) ・...

  • Page 28: Mobile Manners

    Mobile Manners Selecting Manner Mode Option (Long Press) Tap icon ( , etc.) Manner Mode Mute ringtones and other handset sounds to avoid disturbing Airplane Mode Precautions others around you. ・Shutter click, video recording tones, etc. still sound even in Activating Airplane mode disables Wi-Fi and Bluetooth ®...

  • Page 29: Text Entry

    Text Entry QWERTY Keyboard Layout Keyboards Use onscreen keyboards for text entry. In 12-Key Keyboard, multiple characters are assigned to each key. In QWERTY Keyboard, single characters are assigned to each key. ・Tap a text entry field for keyboards. ・In any keyboard, Flick keyboard left/right to switch between 12-Key Keyboard and QWERTY Keyboard.

  • Page 30: Switching Entry Modes

    Switching Entry Modes Alphabet In 12-Key Keyboard, to enter Keitai in Half Alphabet: to toggle Half Alphabet, Half Numeric, and Kanji modes. To use other entry modes: ・ Alternatively, Flick left/right to toggle entry modes. In a text entry window, appears) In a text entry window, Change input mode...

  • Page 31: Google™ Accounts

    Google™ Accounts Flick Input Sign in to a Google Account to use Google services. (Some In 12-Key Keyboard, Flick key for target character. applications may be limited or disabled without a Google ・Touch & Hold a key for guide; Flick toward target character Account.) to enter.
  • Page 32 Enter first name Tap Last field Enter last name Not now I accept Next Enter shown characters (distorted) Next Enter mail address Next ・If shown characters are unreadable, enter a character then Next ; other distorted characters appear. ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. Enter password Tap Re-type password field Re-enter...

  • Page 33: Google Play

    Google Play™ Signing in to a Google Account Download applications in Google Play. Sign in to your Google If an application requires a Google Account, Add a Google Account beforehand. Account appears. Sign in to use the application. Installing Free Applications In Add a Google Account, Existing In application sheet,...
  • Page 34 Google Play Cautions Updating Installed Applications Application Installation Disclaimer Download and install applications on this handset In application sheet, (Play Store) via Google Play (Developed by Google Inc.) at your own risk. SoftBank Mobile is not responsible for user installed application content (quality, reliability, legality, appropriateness, accuracy, etc.) or malfunctions installed applications may cause (due to viruses, etc.).

  • Page 35: Security Codes

    Security Codes Saving Operation Password Do not forget Operation Password; write it down if necessary. Code Types Center Access Code (Network Password; 4-digit code in In application sheet, (Settings) Other settings contract) is required to use Optional Services from landlines Lock &...

  • Page 36: Usim Pin

    USIM PIN Important 9999 by default; enable USIM card lock to restrict handset Entering incorrect PIN three consecutive times activates use. PIN Lock. To cancel, Personal Unblocking Key (PUK) is required; contact SoftBank Customer Support, General Information. Entering incorrect PUK ten consecutive times Enabling USIM Card Lock activates PUK Lock, disabling handset.

  • Page 37: Screen Lock

    Screen Lock File Backup After a period of inactivity, Display goes completely dark to File Backup (Handset to SD Card) extend battery time (Screen lock active). Screen lock prevents accidental Touchscreen operation. Back up handset files (Address Book contacts, sent/received messages, bookmarks, etc.) to SD Card.

  • Page 38: Software Updates

    Software Updates Battery & Memory Battery Strength Software Updates Backup stops if Battery runs low. Confirm Battery charge beforehand. At specified time, handset automatically checks for/downloads firmware updates as required. To update firmware manually: Memory Status microSD backup requires 11 MB of free space in handset system memory.

  • Page 39: Handset Interface

    Handset Interface Welcome Sheet (Lock Screen) Basics.......38 3-Line Home Basics............39 Status Bar................. 40 Notifications Window............41 Customizing Welcome Sheet (Lock Screen).....42 Customizing 3-Line Home..........43...

  • Page 40: Welcome Sheet (Lock Screen) Basics

    Welcome Sheet (Lock Screen) Activating Applications Basics Activate Camera, Phone or Mail from Welcome sheet (lock screen). Welcome sheet (lock screen) appears at power on or when is Pressed while Display is completely dark (Screen lock active). Cancel Screen lock, activate application (Phone, Mail, etc.), and In Welcome sheet (lock screen), Drag more in Welcome sheet (lock screen).

  • Page 41: 3-Line Home Basics

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

  • Page 42: Status Bar

    Status Bar Status Indicators Indicators (new message notification, handset status, etc.) Status Indicators appear on the right. appear at the top of Display. ・Some indicators appear in different colors while signed in to a Google Account. Layout Indicator Description Battery Strength Signal Strength No Signal Airplane Mode...

  • Page 43: Notifications Window

    Notifications Window Settings Bar Open notifications, confirm handset status or change various settings. Opening Notifications Window Open Settings. Drag Status Bar down Open Manner mode options. Toggle Wi-Fi on/off. Toggle GPS positioning on/off. Toggle Bluetooth on/off. ® Toggle account sync on/off. Toggle VeilView on/off.

  • Page 44: Customizing Welcome Sheet (Lock Screen)

    Customizing Welcome Sheet (Lock Screen) Contents manager Preset Tap or select image Save Set to wallpaper Set Wallpaper for Welcome sheet (lock screen) or select Screen lock option. Wallpaper is set. Setting Wallpaper Selecting Screen Lock Option Flick Wallpaper left/right to toggle preset images. To replace with other still images: In application sheet, (Settings)

  • Page 45: Customizing 3-Line Home

    Customizing 3-Line Home Adding Widgets Move icons/widgets or add shortcuts/widgets to Add Album, Analog clock, etc. corresponding sheets. Moving Icons/Widgets In 3-Line Home, Drag down In 3-Line Home, Touch & Hold icon/widget Menu opens. appears at upper right of icon/widget. Add widget Drag to target location Release to place icon/widget.

  • Page 47: Phone

    Phone Calling................46 Optional Services..............47 Address Book..............52...

  • Page 48: Calling

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

  • Page 49: Optional Services

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

  • Page 50: Call Forwarding

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

  • Page 51: Call Waiting

    Call Waiting Group Calling Requires separate subscription. Requires separate subscription. In application sheet, (Settings) Call During a call, Add Call Call settings opens. Enter number Call Other service settings When call connects, Merge calls All lines connect to each other. Other service settings opens.

  • Page 52: Call Barring

    Caller ID Call Barring Restrict outgoing/incoming calls and SMS messages. ・Call Barring requires Center Access Code (Network In application sheet, (Settings) Call Password). ・Call Barring settings will be locked if incorrect Center Access Code (Network Password) is entered three times consecutively when making a setting.
  • Page 53 Additional Operations Bar outgoing calls Bar incoming calls Tap option Setting Missed Call Notification Activate this function for records of calls missed when handset is off/out-of-range. Initiate Voicemail then follow these steps: In Call settings, Missed calls Settings Call Follow voice guidance Setting Handset Response to Missed Calls In Call settings, Missed calls...

  • Page 54: Address Book

    Address Book Rejecting Calls with No/Undisplayable Caller ID or from Payphones Save contacts including names, phone numbers, mail addresses, etc. In Call barring menu, Reject call Number not sent Payphone Unavailable Adding New Contacts In application sheet, (Address Book) Address Book opens. ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.
  • Page 55 Dialing from Address Book Save In application sheet, (Address Book) Contact is saved. Address Book opens. ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. Tap tab Tap contact Contact opens. ・Contacts are sorted by the first character of last name (Read last). Handset dials the number.

  • Page 57: Messaging & Browser

    Messaging & Browser Messaging................56 Sending S! Mail/SMS............56 Opening & Replying to S! Mail/SMS........ 58 Opening Received S! Mail/SMS........59 Creating/Sending Gmail............60 Opening Received Gmail........... 61 Using Email................62 Web Browsing..............64...

  • Page 58: Messaging

    Messaging Sending S! Mail/SMS S! Mail Sending S! Mail Exchange messages with S! Mail-compatible SoftBank handsets To send S! Mail to a number/address saved in Address Book: and e-mail compatible devices (other mobiles, PCs, etc.) beyond SMS character entry limit; attach media files, etc. (Mail) on Navigation Bar Exchange short messages with mobiles using handset numbers as addresses.
  • Page 59 Sending SMS (Send) on Action Bar To send SMS from sent/received mail records: (Mail) on Navigation Bar S! Mail is sent. ・Handset saves failed S! Mail messages to Unsent Folder; automatically attempts redelivery up to two times. Folder list appears. Create SMS Composition window opens.

  • Page 60: Opening & Replying To S! Mail/Sms

    Opening & Replying to S! Mail/SMS Replying to S! Mail/SMS Handset retrieves S! Mail/SMS messages automatically; set To reply from message window, skip ahead to manual retrieval as needed. Opening New S! Mail/SMS (Mail) on Navigation Bar When message arrives, handset responds with ringtone/ Vibration/Illumination, and appears.

  • Page 61: Opening Received S! Mail/Sms

    Opening Received S! Mail/SMS Important Message Retrieval Notes Retrieval System Opening S! Mail/SMS By default, complete message including attachments is retrieved; transmission fees may apply depending on To open received messages: subscribed price plan. Automatic Message Deletion (Mail) on Navigation Bar If Inbox is full, handset automatically deletes oldest received messages, opened/unprotected ones first.

  • Page 62: Creating/Sending Gmail

    Creating/Sending Gmail Gmail Composition Operations Use Google's webmail service. (Sign in to a Google Account Adding Cc/Bcc Recipients beforehand.) In Mail Composition window, Add Cc/Bcc Add recipient Creating/Sending Gmail Attaching Files In Mail Composition window, Attach file In application sheet, (Gmail) Select file ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.

  • Page 63: Opening Received Gmail

    Opening Received Gmail Opening Gmail Gmail groups all related messages by subject. (Conversation view) In application sheet, (Gmail) Opening New Gmail When Gmail message arrives, handset responds with ringtone/ Vibration/Illumination, and appears. Drag Status Bar down for Notifications Window Inbox opens. Tap conversation (subject) Tap message notification Message window opens.

  • Page 64: Using Email

    Using Email Creating/Sending Email Adding Accounts In application sheet, (Email) Confirm user name (user ID), password, server name, etc. beforehand. In application sheet, (Email) Inbox opens. Account setup menu opens (if no account is set up). Enter mail address and password Next ・...
  • Page 65 Opening New Email Opening Email When Email message arrives, handset responds with ringtone/ Vibration/Illumination, and appears. In application sheet, (Email) Drag Status Bar down for Notifications Window Inbox opens. Notifications Window opens. Tap message Tap message notification Message window opens. Message window opens.

  • Page 66: Web Browsing

    Web Browsing Adding Bookmarks View Internet sites in Browser. (Browser) on Navigation Bar Using Browser Upon activating Browser, Quick toolbox guidance appears by default. ・ To disable it thereafter, Tap Don't show again ) and Close Handset connects to the Internet. Open target page Add bookmark (Browser) on Navigation Bar...
  • Page 67 Opening Bookmarks Using History (Browser) on Navigation Bar (Browser) on Navigation Bar Handset connects to the Internet. Handset connects to the Internet. Bookmark list BOOKMARKS Tap bookmark Bookmark list Corresponding page opens. HISTORY Tap item ( Today , etc.) Tap record Corresponding page opens.

  • Page 68: Saving Pages

    SSL & TLS Saving Pages Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) and Transport Layer Security (TLS) are encryption protocols that secure Internet (Browser) on Navigation Bar transmissions of important/sensitive information such as credit card numbers and corporate secrets, providing protection against online threats (eavesdropping, falsification, impersonation, etc.).

  • Page 69: Camera

    Camera Photo Camera..............68 Video Camera..............69...

  • Page 70: Photo Camera

    Photo Camera Photo Viewfinder Operations Adjusting Brightness Capturing Photos In Photo Viewfinder, Drag up/down for Brightness Scale Capture JPEG images. Adjusting Zoom ・Captured photos are saved to handset memory by default. In Photo Viewfinder, Drag left/right or Pinch/Spread for Zoom Slider ・Zoom may be unavailable depending on Picture Size.

  • Page 71: Video Camera

    Video Camera Video Viewfinder Operations Adjusting Brightness Recording Videos In Video Viewfinder, Drag up/down for Brightness Scale Record MPEG-4/AMR or H.264/AAC videos. Adjusting Zoom ・Available format varies by recording size. ・Recorded videos are saved to handset memory by default. In Video Viewfinder, Drag left/right or Pinch/Spread for Zoom Slider Locking Focus In application sheet,...

  • Page 73: Music & Images

    Music & Images Music Files.................72 Still Images & Video............72...

  • Page 74: Music Files

    Music Files Still Images & Video View still images and videos saved to handset memory and SD Playing Music Files Card. Supported file formats: Opening/Playing Files ・3GPP, 3GPP2, MP4, MP3, AMR, WMA, ASF, PIFF, OGG Vorbis, Supported file formats: WAVE, MIDI, XMF, RTTTL/RTX, OTA, iMelody, ADTS raw AAC, FLAC Image File Format...

  • Page 75: Connectivity

    Connectivity Wi-Fi...................74 Bluetooth ................ 76 ®...

  • Page 76: Wi-Fi

    Wi-Fi Connecting Selected Access Points Use household Wi-Fi networks, etc. to connect to the Internet. Enable handset Wi-Fi first. Enabling Wi-Fi In application sheet, (Settings) In application sheet, (Settings) Wi-Fi settings Wi-Fi settings Wi-Fi settings opens. Wi-Fi settings opens. (OFF) on Action Bar Tap access point Wi-Fi is enabled ( ・Enabling Wi-Fi disables Wi-Fi Direct, if enabled.
  • Page 77 Disconnecting Wi-Fi Using Wi-Fi Direct Use Wi-Fi Direct to establish a Wi-Fi connection with other Wi-Fi Direct compatible devices with no need for an access In application sheet, (Settings) point or Internet connection. ・Wi-Fi Direct and access point-based Wi-Fi connection cannot be used simultaneously.

  • Page 78: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth ® Wi-Fi Operations Connecting Access Points Manually Connect handset to other Bluetooth devices for wireless ® connectivity. In Wi-Fi settings, ADD NETWORK Enter Network SSID Done Tap Security field Tap security Enabling Bluetooth ® protocol Save ・Selected security protocol may require other fields to be completed.
  • Page 79 Device Search & Pairing Connecting Paired Bluetooth Devices ® Pair nearby Bluetooth devices with handset to transfer files. ® ・Enable Bluetooth on handset and set target devices to be ® In application sheet, (Settings) Other settings discoverable first. In application sheet, (Settings) Other settings Bluetooth...

  • Page 80: Troubleshooting

    Bluetooth Connection Operations ® Sending All Files (e.g., Address Book) Unpairing Devices In application sheet, (Address Book) In Bluetooth menu, (next to target device name) Send Send by Bluetooth Send all items Unpair Send (no image) Send (image) if portrait is saved) Enter Operation Password account...

  • Page 81: Global Services

    Global Services Global Roaming..............80 Calling from Outside Japan..........82...

  • Page 82: Global Roaming

    Global Roaming 3G/GSM settings Handset is Global Roaming Service eligible. Use the same handset number outside Japan. Switching Network Services Handset connects to 3G Network automatically by default. To change setting according to Network service provided by target network operator outside Japan: ・Use default Network service setting in Japan or other 3G 3G/GSM settings opens.
  • Page 83 Selecting a Network Operator Tap operator Handset connects to an appropriate network operator automatically by default. To select a network operator Network operator is set. manually: ・ Tap Select automatically to set an appropriate network operator automatically. ・ Tap Search networks to search for all available network In application sheet, (Settings)

  • Page 84: Calling From Outside Japan

    Calling from Outside Japan Calling Landlines & Mobiles within the Same Country See SoftBank Mobile Website for details: http://mb.softbank.jp/en/global_services/ Access roaming area/rate information or print it out to carry while traveling abroad. (Phone) on Navigation Bar Calling Japan (Phone) on Navigation Bar Call Window opens.

  • Page 85: Settings

    International Call Operations Calling Countries aside from Japan Changing Country Codes In application sheet, (Settings) Call Int'l call (Phone) on Navigation Bar settings User list Tap country/area Change by list Tap country/area Register ・ Tap Entry direct to enter country name and code directly.

  • Page 87: Settings

    Settings Sound Settings..............86 Device Info................ 88 Accounts & Sync Settings..........89 Wi-Fi Settings..............90 Home Applications Setting..........90 Battery Status..............91 Storage................91 Application Settings............92 Bluetooth Settings............92 Network Settings............. 93 Lock & Security Settings..........94 External Connection Setting........... 95 Language & Input Settings..........96 Date &...

  • Page 88: Sound Settings

    Sound Settings Set Illumination Pattern In application sheet, (Settings) Sound settings Sound Settings For Incoming call Ringer illumi Illumi pattern Tap pattern Manner Mode ・Available when Switch on/off (in Ringer illumi) is on. Activate Manner Mode For New Message In application sheet, (Settings) Sound settings Mode settings...

  • Page 89: Haptic Feedback

    For Notification Haptic Feedback Set Ringtone Enable/Disable Key Tap Vibration In application sheet, (Settings) Sound settings In application sheet, (Settings) Sound settings For notification Notification sounds Haptic feedback option ( Android Phone ringtone , etc.) ・ Tap Haptic feedback to toggle on ( )/off ( tone/file ・Disable Haptic feedback to extend battery time.

  • Page 90: Device Info

    Device Info Change Automatic Update Start Time In application sheet, (Settings) Device info Device Info Software update Update time settings Select time Build Number ・Available when automatic update is enabled (Auto update settings: Update automatically). Confirm Build Number In application sheet, (Settings) Device info PC Update...

  • Page 91: Accounts & Sync Settings

    Accounts & Sync Settings Android Version Confirm Android Operating System Version Accounts & Sync Settings In application sheet, (Settings) Device info ・Appears below Android version. Add Account Add Accounts Baseband Version In application sheet, (Settings) Accounts & sync Confirm Baseband Version ADD ACCOUNT Tap item Follow onscreen...

  • Page 92: Wi-Fi Settings

    Wi-Fi Settings Home Applications Setting Wi-Fi Home Applications Setting Wi-Fi Home Applications Enable/Disable Wi-Fi Change Home Application In application sheet, (Settings) Wi-Fi settings In application sheet, (Settings) Home on Action Bar applications Tap item ・ Tap ・ To restore default Home, Tap to enable it ( ) or Tap to disable...

  • Page 93: Battery Status

    Battery Status Storage Battery Status Storage Battery Preferred Install Location Confirm Battery Status Set Install Location In application sheet, (Settings) Battery In application sheet, (Settings) microSD & phone item storage Preferred install location Tap item...

  • Page 94: Application Settings

    Application Settings Bluetooth Settings Application Settings Bluetooth Settings All Applications Bluetooth Confirm Application Properties Enable/Disable Bluetooth ® In application sheet, (Settings) Application In application sheet, (Settings) Other settings Flick tab then Tap Tap application Bluetooth on Action Bar ・System memory status appears below Internal storage at ・...

  • Page 95: Network Settings

    Network Settings VPN Settings Add Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) Network Settings In application sheet, (Settings) Other settings Network settings VPN settings Add VPN Airplane Mode network Tap item Save ・Set up Lock No. or password for Screen lock beforehand. Disable/Enable Signal Transmitting Functions ・Tap an added VPN to connect/disconnect it.

  • Page 96: Lock & Security Settings

    Lock & Security Settings Select a Network Operator In application sheet, (Settings) Other settings Lock & Security Settings Network settings Mobile networks Network operators Select automatically (or Tap Screen Lock operator directly) ・ Tap Select automatically to set an appropriate network Disable Screen Lock operator automatically.

  • Page 97: External Connection Setting

    External Connection Setting Require Password Entry upon Canceling Screen Lock External Connection Setting In application sheet, (Settings) Other settings Lock & Security Screen lock Password Earphone Type Enter password Continue Re-enter password Set Headphone Type ・When an option other than None or Slide is selected, after Tapping Screen lock , cancel Screen lock to...

  • Page 98: Language & Input Settings

    Language & Input Settings Date & Time Settings Language & Input Settings Date & Time Settings Select Language Automatic Date & Time Select Handset Interface Language Set Date & Time Automatically In application sheet, (Settings) Other settings In application sheet, (Settings) Other settings Language &...

  • Page 99: Developer Option Settings

    Developer Option Settings Use 24-hour Format Enable/Disable 24-hour Format Developer Option Settings In application sheet, (Settings) Other settings Date & time Use 24-hour format Developer Options ・ Tap Use 24-hour format to toggle on ( )/off ( Set Developer Options Select Date Format Available options are intended for developers.

  • Page 100: Reset All

    Reset All Reset All Reset All Delete All Handset System Memory Files Reset all deletes all handset system memory files including some preinstalled applications irreversibly. In application sheet, (Settings) Other settings Reset all Reset all Enter Operation Password Read message Reset phone Erase everything ・Back up important information before performing Reset...

  • Page 101: Appendix

    Appendix Specifications..............100 Customer Service............101...

  • Page 102: Specifications

    Specifications AC Charger Item Description Handset Power Source AC 100 V - 240 V, 50/60 Hz Power Item Description Consumption Weight 111 g (147 g with Battery) Output Continuous 3G: 520 minutes Voltage/ DC 5.0 V/1.0 A Talk Time GSM: 490 minutes Current Continuous Charging...

  • Page 103: Customer Service

    Customer Service For SoftBank handset or service information, call General Information. For repairs, call Customer Assistance. SoftBank Customer Support General Information From a SoftBank handset, dial toll free at 157 From a landline/IP phone, dial toll free at 0800-919-0157 Customer Assistance (Repairs/Lost Handsets) From a SoftBank handset, dial toll free at 113 From a landline/IP phone, dial toll free at 0800-919-0113...

  • Page 105: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Safety Precautions............104 Important Product Information........110 Handset & Hardware Care..........112 General Notes..............114 FCC Notice..............115 Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)........116 Water & Dust Resistance..........117...

  • Page 106: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Handset, Battery, Charger (including Optional Accessories), USIM Card, Micro USB Cable & SD Card Read Safety Precautions before using handset. Observe precautions to avoid injury to self or others, or damage to property. SoftBank Mobile is not liable for any damages resulting from use of this product.
  • Page 107 Do not expose handset or related hardware to hot air from dryers, etc. to dry them or for Display uses tempered glass; however, do not other purposes. Avoid saunas or hot water. subject to impact or apply excessive force. Battery may leak, overheat, burst or ignite. Handset/ Display may break, scattering sharp glass pieces.
  • Page 108 Battery If battery fluid contacts skin or clothes, Read battery label to confirm battery type; use/dispose of discontinue handset use and rinse with clean Battery accordingly. water immediately. May cause skin damage. Symbol Battery Type on Label Li-ion00 Lithium-ion If Battery does not charge properly, stop trying.
  • Page 109 Handset Do not shine Mobile Light in eyes. May temporarily affect eyesight or startle, leading to accidents. CAUTION: Do not use handset while driving or cycling. Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedure other than those specified herein may result in hazardous Accidents may result.
  • Page 110 Charger (including Optional Accessories) Do not use handset when it may affect a vehicle's electronic equipment. Handset use inside vehicles may cause electronic equipment Do not cover/wrap Charger while charging. to malfunction, resulting in accidents. Charger may overheat, resulting in fire, malfunction, etc. For any skin irritation associated with use, discontinue use and consult a doctor.
  • Page 111 Micro USB Cable Do not touch Charger if thunder is audible. May cause electric shock, etc. For any skin irritation associated with use, discontinue use and consult a doctor. Do not expose Charger to moisture Metal and other materials may cause skin irritation, rashes, (precipitation, bath/shower, etc.).

  • Page 112: Important Product Information

    Important Product Information General Use Persons with implanted pacemaker/defibrillator ・If your USIM Card or handset (with USIM Card inserted) is should keep handset more than 22 cm away. lost or stolen, suspend your service immediately. For details, Radio waves may interfere with implanted pacemakers or contact SoftBank Customer Support, General Information.
  • Page 113 In-Call/Transmission Cautions Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) ・During calls/transmissions, calling/transmission charges/ Wireless LAN (hereafter "Wi-Fi") uses radio waves to enable fees apply even if other functions or operations are communication between compatible devices within range. simultaneously in use. However, it is advisable for the user to configure security ・Transmissions involving JavaScript or Flash may incur high settings to avoid risk of data interception.

  • Page 114: Handset & Hardware Care

    Handset & Hardware Care Bluetooth Function ® SoftBank Mobile is not liable for any damages resulting from Handset & Hardware Care data/information leakage due to use of handset Bluetooth ® function. ■Precautions ・If handset is left with no Battery inserted or an exhausted The frequency band utilized by handset Bluetooth function ®...
  • Page 115 Touchscreen When Handset Freezes ・Touchscreen may not respond in these situations: If handset has stopped processing or won't respond to ・Use with gloves/long fingernails operation, reboot it as follows: ・Use of pens, pencils or sharp objects Remove Battery Wait a few seconds Install ・Use with objects on/against Display Battery...

  • Page 116: General Notes

    General Notes CE Declaration of Conformity In some countries/regions, such as France, there are Portrait Rights restrictions on the use of Wi-Fi. If you intend to use Wi-Fi on the handset abroad, check the local laws and regulations beforehand. Portrait rights protect individuals' right to refuse to be  ...

  • Page 117: Fcc Notice

    FCC Notice Headphone Signal Level This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation The maximum output voltage for the music player function, is subject to the following two conditions: measured in accordance with EN 50332-2, is 25.0 mV. (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 118: Specific Absorption Rate (Sar)

    World Health Organization (WHO). when worn on the body in a holder or carry case, is 0.352 W/ The highest SAR value of SoftBank 106SH is 0.492 W/kg. SAR tests were conducted with this handset transmitting This device was tested for typical body-worn operations at its highest certified power level in accordance with with the back of the handset kept 1.0 cm from the body.

  • Page 119: Water & Dust Resistance

    Water & Dust Resistance Precautions ・Do not subject handset to soap, detergent, bath powder/oil, Water & Dust Resistance sea/pool/spa water, hot water, etc. ・Rinse off sea/pool water, beverage, dirt, sand, mud, etc. immediately; residue may cause malfunction if allowed to Handset complies with IPX5 (former JIS protection level 5) dry.
  • Page 120 Charging Precautions Washing Handset ・Battery and optional accessories are not water or dust Wipe off dirt, sand, beverage, etc., gently with cloth. Then proof. Avoid moisture (precipitation, bath/shower, etc.); with Battery Cover closed, hold handset approximately 10 may cause fire, electric shock or damage. cm below faucet or shower head and wash with low-pressure ・Never charge Battery while handset is wet;...
  • Page 121 Important Do not use wet handset. ・Voice quality may be affected, or moisture may transfer to clothes, bag, etc. ・Moisture may short-circuit Headphone Port, etc. ・Exposure to cold may freeze moisture; may cause malfunction.
  • Page 123 Ａ Accounts & Sync Settings..........89 Address Book..............52 Applications...............24 Application Settings............92 Ｂ 106SH User Guide Index Basic Operations............... 22 Battery Installation............15 Battery Status..............91 Bluetooth ................ 76 ® Bluetooth Settings............92 Ｃ Calling................46 Calling from Outside Japan..........82 Charging Battery.............. 16 Creating/Sending Gmail............60 Customer Service............
  • Page 124 Touchscreen Operations........... 19 Ｉ Important Product Information........110 Ｕ Introduction.................3 USIM Card Installation............7 USIM PIN................34 Ｌ Using Email................62 Language & Input Settings..........96 Lock & Security Settings..........94 Ｖ Video Camera..............69 Ｍ Messaging................56 Ｗ Mobile Manners..............26 Music Files.................72 Water &...
  • Page 126 SoftBank 106SH User Guide August 2012, First Edition SOFTBANK MOBILE Corp. Visit SoftBank Shop for assistance Model : SoftBank 106SH Manufacturer : SHARP CORPORATION...

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