SoftBank 740SC User manual

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Getting Started
GettingStarted.......................................1-2
Parts&Functions .....................................1-3
Handset............................................... 1-3
DisplayIndicators........................................ 1-4
USIMCard...........................................1-5
BeforeUsingUSIMCard................................... 1-5
Inserting & Removing USIM Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Battery&Charger.....................................1-7
Before Using Battery or Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7
Inserting&RemovingBattery............................... 1-8
ChargingBattery ........................................ 1-9
PowerOn/Off........................................1-12
PowerOn............................................. 1-12
PowerOff............................................. 1-12
AccountDetails......................................1-13
ConrmingHandsetNumber. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13
EditingAccountDetails................................... 1-13
KeyLock ...........................................1-14
StandbyWindow.....................................1-14
MindingMobileManners ..............................1-14
OfineMode .......................................... 1-14
MannerMode ......................................... 1-15
ChangingModeSettings ................................. 1-15
DefaultModeSettings ................................... 1-15
SecurityCodes.......................................1-18
PhonePassword........................................ 1-18
CenterAccessCode..................................... 1-18
NetworkPassword...................................... 1-18
PIN&PIN2............................................ 1-19
USIMLockPassword .................................... 1-19
Advanced Settings
AccountDetails ........................................ 1-19

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Getting Started
Learn basic information before using handset.
Parts & Functions
Use this guide to identify handset keys, functions, and Display indicators, etc. PIN Code
ᲤᲤᲤᲤ
Use these codes for added handset security.
•Phone Password
•Center Access Code
•Network Password
•PIN
•USIMVericationPassword
PIN can be changed on handset (fP.1-18).
Charging
Charge battery via USB Charging or AC
Charger (fP.1-9).
Security Codes
Minding Mobile Manners
Please take care not to disturb others when
using handset in public. Select from two
manner-related modes and use appropriately
(fP.1-14).
Power off handset if required (fP.1-12).

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Parts & Functions
Handset
s
o
p
q
aDisplay
budlr Multi Selector
Select menu items, move cursor, scroll
window, etc.
cwMail Key/Left Softkey
Open Messaging menu. Also, execute
Left Softkey command or function.
deMusic/Character Key
Show Music list. Toggle text entry modes
in text entry window.
etStart Key
Make and receive Voice Calls. In Standby,
press to open Call Log (Dialed).
f0– 9Keypad
Enter numbers or characters. Also, select
menu items.
g*Key
Enter Pictograms, etc. Press for 1+
seconds to open Manner Mode Settings.
hEarpiece
icMain Menu Key/Center Key
Open main menu. Execute Center
Softkey command or function.
joYahoo! Keitai Key/Right Softkey
Open Yahoo! Keitai main menu. Execute
Right Softkey command or function.

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k
iSwitch Bar Key
Open Switch Bar (fP.2-3).
lxClear/Back Key
Delete entered text or return to the
previous operation step.
myPower/End Key
Turn power on/off or end operations.
n##/Manner Key
Enter symbols, etc. Also, activate or
cancel Manner mode (press for 1+
seconds).
o
External Light
Flashes for Missed Call or Incoming Call/
Mail; illuminates in blue while charging.
pMicrophone
qCharger/External Device Port
Connect Charger, PC, etc.
rEarphone Microphone
Connect Earphone Microphone (sold
separately).
sMemory Card Port
tInternal Antenna
uBattery Cover
Remove to access Battery or USIM.
vCamera
Capture images.
wSpeaker
xStrap Eyelet
ynSide Key
Raise ringer or Media Player volume.
zbSide Key
Lower ringer or Media Player volume.
AInfrared Port
Use for infrared data transmissions.
・
Internal Antenna
Handset transmits and receives signals via Internal
Antenna. There is no external antenna.
Voice quality may vary by where/how handset is
used.
Do not cover or place stickers, etc. over the area
containing Internal Antenna.
Display Indicators
abcfgh
i
de
j
a
Signal Strength (strong)
Signal Strength (medium)
Signal Strength (weak)
Signal Strength (extremely weak)
Out-of-Range (outside service area
or signal range/coverage)
Out-of-Range (Language set to
other than
日本語
)
OfineMode
b3G Network Connected
3G Network Connected (Ready)
3G Network Connected (In Use)
GSM Network Connected
GSM Network Connected (Ready)
GSM Network Connected (In Use)
SSL Connected
Packet Communication Unavailable
 VoiceCallinProgress(asheswhen
dialing or receiving calls)

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cNew Message
Delivery Report Active
Memory Full (S! Mail/SMS)
Downloading Content Key
dMusic Playing
Music Paused
eMemory Card Inserted
Read from Memory Card
Software Update Required
PC Site Browser Connected
New S! Information Channel
fUSB Connected
(Yellow) USB Connection
Infrared Data Transmission Active
(Red) Infrared Data in Transmission
Data Synchronized
gManner Mode
Drive Mode
Meeting Mode
Outdoor Mode
hBattery Strong
Battery Moderate
Battery Low
Battery Weak (Charge Now)
(Flashing) Battery Empty
iRinger & Vibration active for calls
Ringer active for calls
Vibration active for calls
Ringer & Vibration disabled for calls
jRoaming Active
Answering Machine Active
Unheard Answering Machine
Message
Voice Mail/Call Forwarding (No
reply) Active
Unheard Voicemail
Alarm Set
Schedule
Schedule with Alarm Set
Tasks
Tasks with Alarm Set
Secret Mode Active
All Keys Locked
Password Locked
・
When (Red) appears, only Packet
Communications and Outgoing S! Mail are
available.Calls,IncomingS!MailNotication,and
SMS Service are all disabled.
USIM Card
Before Using USIM Card
Universal Subscriber Identity Module (USIM) Card is
an IC card containing customer and authentication
information, including handset number and limited
storage for Phonebook entries and SMS. Install
USIM Card to use handset; power off handset to
insert/remove USIM Card.
IC
USIM Card
Insert USIM Card into another compatible handset
to access SMS and Phonebook entries saved on
USIM Card.
Note the following precautions regarding USIM
Card usage and care (see USIM Card User Guide for
details):
・
Avoid using excessive force when inserting/
removing USIM Card.
・
SoftBank is not liable for damage resulting from
inserting USIM Card into IC card readers or other
third party devices.
・
Always keep USIM Card IC chip clean.
・
Clean USIM Card IC chip with a soft, dry cloth.

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・
Do not attach labels to USIM Card; malfunction
may result.
Note
・
USIM Card is the property of SoftBank
Mobile.
・
If USIM Card is lost or damaged, a charge
will be applied for reissuing it.
・
Return USIM Card to SoftBank Mobile upon
termination of subscription.
・
Returned USIM Cards are recycled.
・
USIM Card specications may change
without prior notice.
・
If USIM Card or handset with USIM Card
inserted is lost or stolen in Japan or abroad,
contact SoftBank Mobile Customer Center,
General Information (fP.14-22) immediately
to suspend service.
・
Handset/USIM Card repairs, replacement,
or upgrades may deactivate Chaku-Uta®,
Chaku-Uta Full® or video les on handset/
Memory Card.
・
Back-up USIM Card les. SoftBank Mobile is
not liable for lost les.
Inserting & Removing USIM Card
Always turn power off before opening handset to
remove battery, or insert/remove USIM Card.
Inserting
a Remove battery (fP.1-9)
bWith IC chip facing down,
insert USIM Card into card slot
as shown in the illustration
Notch
IC
cPush in USIM Card until it
stops and locks

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Removing
a Remove battery (fP.1-9)
bPress down on USIM Card and
gently slide it out
Note
・
Inserting USIM Card with excessive force
may damage it or handset.
・
Do not misplace a removed USIM Card.
・
To prevent damaging USIM Card, avoid
touching the IC chip when inserting or
removing it. Do not touch USIM Card with
battery contacts.
Battery & Charger
Before Using Battery or Charger
Chargebatterybeforerstuseofhandsetorafter
long periods of disuse.
Battery
・
Long periods of disuse may affect battery's
ability to hold a full charge. Charge battery at
least once every six months while not in use.
Otherwise, battery may become unusable.
・
Depending on usage, bulges may appear near
end of battery life; this does not affect safety.
・
Handset uses a lithium-ion battery; charge
battery in anytime without damaging its ability
to hold a charge.
・
Do not charge battery under the following
conditions:
- In ambient temperatures beyond 5°C - 40°C
- In high levels of humidity, vibration or dust
(Malfunction may result)
- Near a radio receiver (Feedback may result)
・
Handset or Charger may become warm while
charging. This is normal, however, should they
become very hot to the touch, stop charging
and contact SoftBank Mobile Customer Center,
General Information (fP.14-22).
・
Battery is a consumable; replace it if operating
time shortens noticeably.
Note
・
Use specied Charger only.
・
Battery must be inside handset to charge it.
・
When not in use, unplug Charger from
outlet.
Battery Life
Battery time/life may be reduced by any of the
following:
・
Environmental Factors
- Storing/using handset beyond 5°C - 40°C
- Using handset in poor signal conditions
- Debris on handset, battery or Charger Port
・
Operational Factors
- Camera use
- Media Player use
- Heavy use (e.g., for using messaging)

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・
Settings
- Increasing brightness/time in Backlight of
Display settings
- Using Media Player with Backlight set to
Always On
Battery Disposal
Do not dispose of exhausted batteries with ordinary
refuse. Tape over battery terminals before disposal
or take to a SoftBank shop. Follow any and all local
regulations regarding battery disposal.
Lithium-ion batteries are recyclable.
When Battery Runs Out
When battery is weak, a warning appears and
handset beeps. Charge or replace battery; otherwise
handset will automatically turn off.
Inserting & Removing Battery
Inserting
aPress and slide Battery Cover
as shown
bRemove Battery Cover
cFit battery slots into handset
tabs as shown
Tabs
dReplace Battery Cover

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Note
・
Remove Battery Cover with care; stress on
tabs may damage them.
・
Gently insert battery to avoid damaging
handset tabs.
・
Without cover, battery may fall out. Attach
Battery Cover before use.
・
Strong impacts may damage Battery Cover.
Removing
Always turn handset off before removing battery.
Never remove battery while AC Charger is
connected.
aPress and slide Battery Cover
as shown
bRemove Battery Cover
cLift battery up and remove as
shown
Charging Battery
・
If handset is on while Charger is connected,
battery indicator shows charge level, charging as
follows: →→. asheswhen
battery is fully charged. If handset is off,
Charging... appears while charging and when
battery is charged, Battery full appears.
External Light illuminates in blue while charging.
・
An empty battery requires approximately
120 minutes to charge with handset power off.
Charging time may vary by ambient temperature.

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AC Charger
aOpen Port Cover and insert
AC Charger connector into
External Device Port
External Device
Port
Port Cover
AC Charger
Connector
AC 100V
Outlet
AC Charger
plug
bPlug AC Charger into an AC
100V outlet
cWhen charging is complete,
remove AC Charger connector
from handset, close Port Cover
and disconnect from AC 100V
outlet
AC Charger
plug
Port Cover
AC Charger
Connector
AC 100V
Outlet
External Device
Port
USB Charging
Connect handset to PC via USB Cable to charge
battery.
aOpen Port Cover and insert
USB Cable connector into
External Device Port
bInsert USB Plug into a PC USB
port
cWhen battery is charged,
remove the connector, close
Port Cover, and remove USB
Plug
・
USB charging takes longer; charging time
varies by PC. A weak battery may not charge
via USB.

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In-Car Charger (Sold Separately)
aOpen Port Cover and insert
Charger Connector into
External Device Port
External Device
Port
Charger Connector
Adapter
Port Cover
bPlug In-Car Charger into Car
Cigarette Socket
In-Car Charger Car Cigarette Socket
Plug
cStart engine
dAfter battery is charged,
disconnect handset, close
Port Cover, and unplug In-Car
Charger
External Device
Port
Charger Connector
Adapter
Port Cover
・
See In-Car Charger user guide (Japanese) for
operations. Use In-Car Holder (sold separately).
Note
・
Avoid charging handset in extreme heat
(inside vehicles, etc.).
・
In-Car Charger only for vehicles with
negative ground (12V/24V vehicles).

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Power On/Off
Power On
aPress yuntil Display
illuminates
StandbyWindow
・
Toconrmhandsetphonenumber,pressc→
0. Your phone number appears in Account
Details. Edit contents (fP.1-13).
・
When handset is left open without operations,
Display automatically shuts down to conserve
battery. Adjust Backlight Time (fP.13-13).
・
When c, wor oispressedforthersttime
or a function requiring a network connection is
activated, Retreive NW info appears. Choose
Yes, then follow onscreen instructions to retrieve
Network Information.
-Retrieve NW infoconrmationappearsafter
replacing USIM Card or executing All reset.
-Retrieving Network Information sets date and
time. Network Services (Messaging and Yahoo!
Keitai) are available.
-Retrieve Network Information manually (fP.13-21).
-This guide describes operations with date and
time set unless noted otherwise.
Power Off
aPress yuntil Display goes
dark
・
SoftBank logo appears and handset powers
off.
Note
・
For proper shut down, press yuntil
Display goes dark.

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Account Details
Conrmhandset(USIMCard)phonenumber;
save name, e-mail address, etc. in Account
Details.
Conrming Handset Number
Conrmyourownnumber,etc.inAccountDetails.
ac→0
・
Only handset phone number appears by default.
・
In Account Details, highlight target category and
press w(Edit) to edit information items.
・
Alternatively, in Standby, press c→Phone →
Account detail to access items.
Editing Account Details
Example: save Name, Phone Number, E-mail
Address
・
See "Adding Information to Phonebook Entry"
(fP.2-20) to save other information.
ac→0
ba→w (Edit)
c Select Last name eld →Enter
last name
d Select First name eld →
Enter rst name
e Select Reading last name eld
→Edit reading of last name
as required
f Select Reading rst name eld
→ Edit reading of rst name
as required
g Select Phone number eld →
Enter phone number →Select
icon
h Select E-mail address eld →
Enter mail address →Select
icon
iw (Save)
・
See "Text Entry" (fP.2-7) to enter text.
・
Handset phone number appears by default. This
phone number cannot be changed.
Advanced
brP.1-19
●Sending Account Details as vFile
●Resetting Account Details
●Creating vFile and Save in Data Folder
●Copying Item in Account Details

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Key Lock
Set to prevent accidental operation when
carrying handset in a bag or pocket, etc.
Set Key Lock in Standby.
ac (1+ seconds)
・
Key Lock is activated.
・
When Key Lock is set, appears on top of
Display. When any key is pressed, a guidance to
cancel Key Lock appears.
・
To cancel Key Lock, press cfor 1+ seconds
while guidance appears on Display.
Standby Window
Access handset applications via Shortcut Bar or
Switch Bar (fP.2-3). Set images saved in Data
Folder as Wallpaper.
Minding Mobile Manners
Please take care not to disturb others when
using your handset.
・
Turn your handset off in theaters, museums
and other places where silence is the norm.
・
Keep your handset off aboard airplanes*,
inside hospitals, or in other places where
handset use is prohibited.
*If handset use is permitted, follow airline
instructions for proper use.
・
Refrain from using your handset in quiet places
such as restaurants, hotel lobbies or elevators.
・
Observe announcements or posted instructions
regarding handset use aboard trains, etc.
・
Refrain from handset use that interrupts the
owofpedestrianorvehicletrafc.
Handset offers two manner-related modes.
・
OfineMode
Temporarily suspends all handset
transmissions. Other functions may be used.
・
Manner Mode
Mute handset sounds and activate Vibration
for all alerts, tones, and alarms. Use Manner
Key to activate or cancel Manner mode.
In addition, handset features Normal, Drive,
Meeting and Outdoor modes for ringtone or
operation sound.
・
ActivatingOfinemodeorMannermodemutes
ringer. Alternatively, set Ringtone volume or
Vibration. (fP.13-11).
Ofine Mode
ac→Settings →Call settings
→Ofine →On or Off
・
IfhandsetpowersoffinOfinemode,a
conrmationappearsthenexttimehandset
powers on. Press o(No) for Normal mode.

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Manner Mode
Cancel settings for Manner Mode from current
setting mode with easy operations.
a# (1+ seconds)
・
When Manner mode is active, appears.
・
Even when Manner mode is active, shutter click
sounds for Camera.
・
Press #for 1+ seconds to cancel Manner
mode. Canceling Manner mode, returns handset
to mode set before it was activated.
Changing Mode Settings
Handsetfeaturesvemodes,includingManner
Mode.
a* (1+ seconds)
bNormal, Manner, Drive,
Meeting or Outdoor
Select mode by usage; edit Normal Mode or Manner
Mode settings as required (fP.1-15).
Mode Description
Normal Mode*
All Sounds & Alerts settings
apply
Manner Mode
Mutes handset system
sounds
Drive Mode
Mutes ringers; plays Driving
Message and activates
Answering Machine for calls
Meeting Mode
Mutes Ringtones & System
sound
Outdoor Mode Maximizes tone volume
*Normal mode indicator does not appear in Standby.
Default Mode Settings
Default volume and ringtone settings vary by mode.
Change incoming transmission response by mode.
Available items vary by mode. See defaults below
(fP.13-21).

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Mode
Item Normal Manner Drive Meeting Outdoor
Volume
Voice call Level 3 N/A N/A Off Level 5
Message Level 3 N/A N/A Off Level 5
Missedcallnotication Level 3 N/A N/A Off Level 5
Delivery report Level 3 N/A N/A Off Level 5
Phone sounds Level 3 N/A N/A Off Level 5
Ringtone
Voice call Samsung Tune.mp4 N/A N/A Samsung Tune.mp4 Samsung Tune.mp4
Message Samsung Tune.mp4
5 Seconds N/A N/A Samsung Tune.mp4 5 Seconds
Samsung Tune.mp4
5 Seconds
Missedcallnotication BusinessTone.mp4
5 Seconds N/A N/A BusinessTone.mp4 5 Seconds
BusinessTone.mp4
5 Seconds
Delivery report BusinessTone.mp4
5 Seconds N/A N/A BusinessTone.mp4 5 Seconds
BusinessTone.mp4
5 Seconds
Vibration
Voice call Off Pattern 1 N/A Off Off
Message Off Pattern 1 N/A Off Off
Missedcallnotication Off Pattern 1 N/A Off Off
Delivery report Off Pattern 1 N/A Off Off
Phone sounds1
Keypad tones Off N/A N/A Off Off
System sounds Several tones on Alerts on call N/A Alerts on call Several tones on

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Mode
Item Normal Manner Drive Meeting Outdoor
External light
Incoming
Voice call On On On On On
Message On On On On On
Missedcallnotication On On On On On
Delivery report On On On On On
Notication
Missed call On On On On On
Message On On On On On
Answering Machine On On On On On
Missedcallnotication On On On On On
Missed alarm2On On On On On
Delivery report On On On On On
Answering Machine Off On N/A3Off Off
1In Manner mode, System sounds can be set; Phone sounds is not available.
2Setting for missed schedule (fP.9-3) or task (fP.9-7)notication(notforAlarm(fP.9-4) or alarm in Schedule or Tasks).
3Answering machine activates automatically in Drive mode.

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Security Codes
Phone Password, Center Access Code and
Network Password are required to use handset.
Phone Password
The 4-digit number (9999 by default) is required to
operate/change some handset functions.
・
Entered Phone Password digits are represented
with *.
・
If incorrect, an error message appears. Input
Phone Password again.
・
Phone Password can be changed on handset
(fP.10-3).
Center Access Code
4-digitnumberspeciedatsubscription;requiredto
change service subscriptions or optional services to
operate handset from landlines.
Network Password
4-digitnumberspeciedatsubscription,required
to restrict handset services. Entering incorrect
Network Password 3 consecutive times locks Call
Barring settings. To resolve, Network Password and
Center Access Code must be changed. For details,
contact SoftBank Mobile Customer Center, General
Information (fP.14-22).
・
Network Password can be changed on handset
(fP.3-19).
Note
・Write down Phone Password, Center Access
Code and Network Password. If you lose a
code, contact Customer Service (fP.14-22).
・
Do not reveal Phone Password, Center
Access Code, or Network Password to
others. SoftBank is not liable for damage
caused by misuse of these codes by others.
Advanced
s
●Set Keypad tones (rP.13-11)
●Set system sounds (rP.13-11)
●Illuminate External Light for incoming transmissions
etc. (rP.13-12)
●Illuminate External Light for missed call, etc.
(rP.13-12)
●ActivateorcancelOfinemode(rP.13-20)
●Switch Manner Mode (rP.13-21)

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PIN & PIN2
USIM Card features 2 security codes: PIN and PIN2.
PIN
Use PIN (4- to 8-digit) to prevent unauthorized use
of handset by others.
・
Modify PIN (fP.10-3).
・
When PIN lock is activated, PIN entry is required
each time handset is turned on or whenever
USIM Card is re-inserted (fP.10-4).
PIN2
PIN2 (4- to 8-digit) is required for Reset Call Cost or
Edit Cost Limit, etc.
・
Modify PIN2 (fP.10-3).
Canceling PIN Lock (PUK/PUK2 Code)
Incorrectly entering PIN or PIN2 three consecutive
times activates PIN Lock and limits handset function
access. Enter PUK (PIN Unlocking Key) Code to
cancel PIN Lock.
For more information, contact SoftBank Mobile
Customer Center, General Information (fP.14-22).
Note
・
Entering PUK or PUK2 incorrectly ten
consecutive times locks USIM Card and
deactivates handset. Take a note of PUK
and PUK2.
・
A locked USIM Card cannot be unlocked.
Contact SoftBank Mobile Customer Center,
General Information (fP.14-22).
USIM Lock Password
USIM Password is dedicated to USIM Card
authentication. If USIM Password matches, another
USIM Card can be used in handset. Change USIM
Password each time USIM lock is set to On.
Advanced Settings
b
Account Details
Editing Account Details
c→0→a→w(Edit) →(fP.2-15 Saving
as A New Entry b)
Sending Account Details as vFile
c→0→o→Send account details
■To send via message
Via message →(fP.4-4 S! Mail b)
■To send via Infrared
Via infrared (fP.12-3)
Resetting Account Details
c→0→o→Reset account details
・
All Account details other than phone number saved
in USIM Card are reset.
Creating vFile and Save in Data Folder
c→0→o→Save to Data Folder →
Phone or Memory card →Yes
・
The save location can be set to Memory card if
inserted.
Copying Item in Account Details
c→0→Highlight an item to copy →
o→Copy item
・
Copied item can be pasted in the text entry
window.

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Sending Message to Mail Address in Account
Details
c→0→Highlight a mail address →
c(Send) →(fP.4-4 S! Mail e)