SoftBank 944SH User manual

Introduction
Thank you for purchasing SoftBank 944SH.
.For proper handset use, read "Quick Tips" (in the box) and this guide beforehand.
.Accessible SoftBank Mobile services may vary by service area, subscription, etc.
SoftBank 944SH is compatible with both 3G and GSM network technologies.
Notes
.Copying this guide in whole or part without authorization is prohibited.
.Guide content is subject to change without prior notice.
.Efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy and clarity of this guide. Please contact
SoftBank Mobile Customer Center, General Information (P.17-43) about unclear or
missing information.

i
Chapter Contents
At A Glance
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
Getting Started
Basic Operations
Universal Operations, Etc.
Calling
Messaging
Internet
Digital TV
Camera & Imaging
Video & Music
S! Applications & Widgets
Handy Extras
Entertainment
Handset Security
Data Folder & Memory Card
Connectivity & File Backup
Handset Customization
Appendix

ii
Guide Usage Notes
Notes
.Most operation descriptions are based on default settings*with
handset open (P. 1 - 2 ) in Standby (P. 1 - 6 ).
.Operations and results may differ by handset status.
.Sample screenshots, etc. are provided for reference only.
.Actual handset windows, menus, etc. may differ in appearance.
."(Japanese)" appears next to functions or applications which require
Japanese ability to use as intended.
.In this guide and on handset, "abroad" means "outside Japan" with
regard to handset/service usage.
*With the exception that Handset Code and Administrator Code are set.

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Table of Contents
Guide Usage Notes .......................... ii
Table of Contents ............................ iii
Accessories ...................................... v
Safety Precautions.......................... vi
Handset Parts ................................ 1-2
Charging Battery ........................... 1-4
Power On/Off ................................. 1-6
Display & Indicators...................... 1-7
Security Codes ............................ 1-11
Interface & Storage ....................... 2-2
Menu Operations........................... 2-4
Spinguru Menu .............................. 2-6
Accessing Functions .................... 2-9
Sub Display.................................. 2-13
Mobile Manners ........................... 2-21
Motion Control............................. 2-22
Basic Tools .................................. 2-24
Double Number ........................... 2-25
Additional Functions .................. 2-28
Font Size ........................................ 3-2
Wallpaper ....................................... 3-3
Customized Screen....................... 3-4
Sounds & Alerts ............................ 3-5
Text Entry....................................... 3-6
User Dictionary............................ 3-11
Dictionary..................................... 3-12
Search .......................................... 3-15
Scratch Pad.................................. 3-16
Phone Book ................................. 3-17
Additional Functions................... 3-20
Troubleshooting .......................... 3-25
Emergency Calls ........................... 4-2
Voice Calling .................................. 4-3
Video Calling.................................. 4-5
Speed Dial & Rakutomo Link ....... 4-6
Call Log .......................................... 4-8
Call Time ........................................ 4-9
Call Barring .................................. 4-10
Optional Services ........................ 4-12
Additional Functions................... 4-14
Troubleshooting .......................... 4-21
Messaging...................................... 5-2
Sending Messages ........................ 5-4
Incoming Messages .................... 5-13
Handling Messages..................... 5-16
Chat Folder .................................. 5-19
Mail Groups.................................. 5-20
PC Mail ......................................... 5-21
Additional Functions................... 5-24
Troubleshooting .......................... 5-41
Internet Services ........................... 6-2
Yahoo! Keitai.................................. 6-3
PC Sites.......................................... 6-5
Browsing ........................................ 6-6
Bookmarks & Saved Pages .......... 6-8
RSS Feeds...................................... 6-9
Additional Functions...................6-10
Troubleshooting ..........................6-18
Digital TV........................................7-2
Recording/Playing .........................7-7
TV Timer .........................................7-9
Time Shift .....................................7-10
Additional Functions...................7-11
Troubleshooting ..........................7-17
Camera ...........................................8-2
Photo Camera ................................8-5
Video Camera ..............................8-16
Opening Files...............................8-18
Editing Images.............................8-22
DPOF ............................................8-26
Additional Functions...................8-27
Troubleshooting ..........................8-33
Videos/Music .................................9-2
Media Player...................................9-3
Music ..............................................9-5
Video...............................................9-6
Playlists .......................................... 9-7
Additional Functions.....................9-8
Troubleshooting ..........................9-12
S! Appli.........................................10-2
Mobile Widget ..............................10-3
Additional Functions...................10-6
1Getting Started
2Basic Operations
3Universal Operations, Etc.
4Calling
5Messaging
6Internet
7Digital TV
8Camera & Imaging
9Video & Music
10 S! Applications & Widgets

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Table of Contents
Troubleshooting ........................ 10-10
Calendar & Tasks ........................ 11-2
Alarms.......................................... 11-8
Wakeup TV................................. 11-10
Relaxation Time ........................ 11-12
Household Accounts ................ 11-13
Calculator .................................. 11-17
Expenses Memo........................ 11-18
Osaifu-Keitai®............................ 11-19
Simulated Call ........................... 11-23
Stopwatch.................................. 11-24
Countdown Timer ..................... 11-25
World Clock ............................... 11-26
Hour Minder............................... 11-27
Pedometer ................................. 11-28
Compass.................................... 11-30
S! GPS Navi ............................... 11-31
Document Viewer...................... 11-34
Notepad...................................... 11-35
ASCII Art .................................... 11-36
Voice Recorder .......................... 11-37
Scan Barcode ............................ 11-38
Create QR Code ........................ 11-39
Scan Card .................................. 11-40
Scan Text ................................... 11-41
Kanji Grabber ............................ 11-42
Additional Functions ................ 11-43
Troubleshooting ........................ 11-56
S! Quick News ............................. 12-2
S! Information Channel............... 12-3
Content Downloads .................... 12-4
e-Books........................................ 12-5
S! Friend's Status........................ 12-6
S! Circle Talk................................ 12-9
Blog Tool.................................... 12-11
Additional Functions ................ 12-13
Troubleshooting ........................ 12-17
Handset Security......................... 13-2
Function Control ......................... 13-4
Additional Functions .................. 13-5
Data Folder .................................. 14-2
Memory Card ............................... 14-5
Additional Functions .................. 14-7
Troubleshooting ........................ 14-10
Wi-Fi ............................................. 15-2
Infrared......................................... 15-7
IC Transmission ........................ 15-11
Bluetooth®.................................. 15-13
External Device Connection..... 15-17
Backup ....................................... 15-18
S! Addressbook Back-up (SAB)... 15-20
Additional Functions ................ 15-23
Troubleshooting ........................ 15-27
Date & Time ................................. 16-2
Display & Illumination................. 16-3
Incoming Transmissions ............ 16-5
Sounds ......................................... 16-6
Connectivity................................. 16-7
Reset ............................................ 16-8
USIM Card .................................... 17-2
Battery.......................................... 17-4
Software Update.......................... 17-5
Cleaning Handset........................ 17-6
Troubleshooting .......................... 17-7
Text Entry Key Assignments...... 17-9
Pager Codes .............................. 17-11
Character Codes ....................... 17-12
Weather Indicators .................... 17-18
Specifications............................ 17-19
Menu List ................................... 17-26
Index........................................... 17-34
Warranty & Service ................... 17-42
Customer Service...................... 17-43
11 Handy Extras
12 Entertainment
13 Handset Security
14 Data Folder & Memory Card
15 Connectivity & File Backup
16 Handset Customization
17 Appendix

v
Accessories
[Battery (SHBCU1) [Desktop Holder (SHEDD1)
Accessories
.For accessory-related information, please contact SoftBank Mobile Customer Center, General Information (P. 1 7 - 4 3 ).
.Use specified Charger or Headphones (each sold separately) only.

vi
Safety Precautions
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.
These labels indicate the degree of risk from improper
use. Make sure you thoroughly understand their
meanings before reading on.
These symbols indicate prohibited or compulsory
actions. Make sure you thoroughly understand their
meanings before reading on.
Safety Precautions
DANGER Great risk of death or
serious injury from
improper use
WARNING Risk of death or serious
injury from improper
use
CAUTION Risk of serious injury or
damage to property
from improper use
$Prohibited actions
%Disassembly prohibited
&Exposure to liquids prohibited
'Use with wet hands prohibited
(Compulsory actions
)Unplug Charger from outlet

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Safety Precautions
Handset, Battery, USIM Card, Desktop
Holder, Charger (Sold Separately) &
Memory Card (Sold Separately)
DANGER
Use specified battery, Desktop
Holder and Charger only.
Non-specified equipment use may
cause battery to leak, overheat, burst
or ignite, and may cause Charger to
overheat, ignite, malfunction, etc.
(
Do not disassemble, modify or
solder handset or related hardware.
May cause fire, injury, electric shock or
malfunction. Battery may leak,
overheat, burst or ignite.
Modifying handsets is prohibited by the
Radio Law and subject to a penalty.
%
Do not expose internal handset
parts, battery, Desktop Holder or
Charger to liquids.
Do not let liquid-exposed internal parts
remain wet; do not charge wet battery.
May cause overheating, electric shock,
fire, injury or malfunction. Use handset/
related hardware properly/appropriately.
&
Do not charge battery in or expose
handset or related hardware to
extreme heat (e.g., near fire or
sources of heat, in direct sunlight,
inside vehicles, etc.).
May cause warping/malfunction;
battery may leak, overheat, ignite or
burst. Handset or related hardware
may become hot to the touch, leading
to burn injuries, etc.
$
Do not force battery/Charger into
handset. Check the direction and
retry.
Battery may leak, overheat, burst,
ignite, etc. $
WARNING
Do not place handset, battery,
Desktop Holder or Charger in/on
ovens, microwave ovens, pressure
cookers, induction stoves or other
cooking appliances.
Battery may leak, overheat, burst or
ignite. Handset, Desktop Holder or
Charger may overheat, emit smoke,
ignite, malfunction, etc.
$
Keep handset off and Charger
disconnected near gas stations or
places with fire/explosion risk.
Handset use near petrochemicals or
other flammables may cause fire/
explosion; power handset off before
using Osaifu-Keitai®at gas stations
(cancel IC Card Lock beforehand).
(
Do not apply strong shocks or
impacts.
Do not drop/throw handset or related
hardware. Battery may leak, overheat,
burst or ignite, resulting in fire, electric
shock, malfunction, etc.
$
If there is unusual sound/odor,
smoke or any other abnormality:
Continued use may cause fire, electric
shock, etc.; grasp plug to disconnect
Charger, power handset off, then
remove battery, being careful not to
burn or injure yourself.
(
Keep liquids (water, pet urine, etc.)
or conductive material (pencil lead,
metallic strip, metal jewelry, etc.)
away from charging terminals or
External Device Port.
May cause short circuit, resulting in
fire, malfunction, etc.
$

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Safety Precautions
Read battery label to confirm battery type;
use/dispose of battery accordingly.
Do not charge battery while handset
is wet.
May cause electric shock or short
circuit, resulting in fire, malfunction, etc.
$
Do not expose handset or related
hardware to hot air from dryers, etc.
to dry them or for any other
purpose. Avoid saunas or hot water.
Battery may leak, overheat, burst or
ignite. Handset, Desktop Holder or
Charger may overheat, emit smoke,
ignite or malfunction, etc.
$
CAUTION
Do not place handset or related
hardware on unstable surfaces.
Handset or related hardware may fall,
resulting in injury, malfunction, etc.;
take added care when Vibration is set
or while charging.
$
Keep handset and related hardware
out of infants' reach.
Infants may choke from swallowing
handset or related hardware or be
injured, etc. (
If your child is using handset/
related hardware, explain all
instructions and supervise usage.
Misuse may cause injury, etc. (
Battery
DANGER
Symbol on Label Battery Type
Li-ion00 Lithium-ion
Do not dispose of battery in fire.
Battery may leak, burst, ignite, etc. $
Do not damage battery (with a nail,
hammer, foot, etc.) or subject it to
strong impacts or shocks.
Battery may leak, overheat, burst,
ignite, etc. $
Keep wire or other metal objects
away from battery terminals. Do not
carry/store battery with conductive
material (pencil lead, metallic strip,
metal jewelry, etc.).
Battery may leak, overheat, burst,
ignite, etc.
$
If battery fluid gets in eyes, do not
rub; rinse with water and consult a
doctor immediately.
Eyes may be severely damaged. (
WARNING
If battery fluid contacts skin or
clothes, discontinue handset use and
rinse with clean water immediately.
May cause skin damage. (
If battery does not charge properly,
stop trying.
Battery may leak, overheat, burst,
ignite, etc. (
If there is abnormal odor, excessive
heat, discoloration or distortion,
remove battery, being careful not to
burn or injure yourself. Avoid fire
sources.
Continued use may cause battery to
leak, overheat, burst, ignite, etc.
(
Keep battery away from pets.
Pet bites may cause battery to leak,
burst, overheat, ignite, etc. (
CAUTION
Do not dispose of an exhausted
battery with ordinary refuse.
Tape over battery terminals before
disposal. Take battery to a SoftBank
Shop, or follow the local disposal
regulations.
$

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Safety Precautions
[Mobile Light LED Properties
a) Emission Duration: Continuous
b) Wavelength
White: 400 - 700 nm
c) Maximum Emission Output
White: 740 µW (1.2 mW inside handset)
Handset
WARNING
Do not use Mobile Light near
people's faces.
Eyesight may be temporarily affected
leading to accidents. $
CAUTION:
Use of controls,
adjustments or
performance of procedure
other than those specified
herein may result in hazardous radiation
exposure. As the emission level from Mobile Light
LED used in this product is harmful to the eyes, do
not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Servicing
is limited to qualified servicing station only.
CLASS 1
LED Product
EN60825-1:1994 A1:2002 & A2:2001
Mobile Light
Do not use handset while driving or
cycling.
Accidents may result.
Phone use while driving or cycling is
prohibited by law and subject to a
penalty; park legally beforehand.
$
Power handset off near electronic
devices that employ high precision
control systems or weak signals.
May cause electronic malfunctions, etc.
Take added care near these devices:
Hearing aids, implanted pacemakers/
defibrillators and other electronic
medical equipment; fire alarms,
automatic doors and other automatic
control devices.
(
Power handset off before boarding
aircraft to avoid possible radio wave
interference with aircraft operations.
If mobile phone use is allowed on
board, follow airline or cabin crew
instructions regarding handset use.
(
Users with a heart condition should
adjust ringtone Vibration and
Volume as needed.
May cause heart damage. (
If thunder is heard while outdoors,
power handset off; find cover.
There is a risk of lightning strike or
electric shock. (
Do not look into Infrared Port during
infrared transmissions.
Eyesight may be affected. $
CAUTION
Do not use handset when it may
affect a vehicle's electronic
equipment.
Handset use inside vehicles may
cause electronic equipment to
malfunction, resulting in accidents.
$
If you experience any skin irritation
associated with handset use,
discontinue handset use and
consult a doctor.
Metal and other materials (P. 1 7 - 1 9 )
may cause skin irritation, rashes, or
itchiness depending on your physical
condition.
(
Keep handset away from magnetic
cards, etc.
Data on bank cards, credit cards,
telephone cards, floppy disks, etc. may
be lost. $
Confirm there is ample space for
Motion Control use; hold handset
firmly and shake it gently.
Handset may slip, resulting in injury or
breakage. $

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Safety Precautions
Do not swing handset by strap.
May harm self or others; strap may
break, resulting in injury or handset
malfunction/breakage. $
Handset may become hot while in
use, especially at high temperature.
Prolonged contact with skin may cause
burn injuries. (
Always maintain some distance
from Speaker while ringtones,
music or other handset sounds
play.
Excessive volume may damage ears
or hearing.
$
Keep fingers, straps, etc. outside
when opening/closing handset.
May cause injury, breakage, etc. (
Watch TV from a distance in good
light.
Watching in poor light or too close may
affect eyesight. (
Moderate handset volume when
using Headphones.
Excessive volume may damage ears
or hearing. (
Desktop Holder (Included) &
Charger (Sold Separately)
WARNING
Do not cover/wrap Charger/Desktop
Holder while charging.
Charger/Desktop Holder may
overheat, resulting in fire, malfunction,
etc. $
Use only the specified voltage.
Non-specified voltages may cause fire,
malfunction, etc.
.AC Charger: AC 100V-240V Input
.
In-Car Charger (use in negative earth
vehicles only): DC 12V/24V Input
Do not use power adapters. Using
Charger with step-up/step-down
transformer may cause fire, electric
shock or malfunction.
$
Leave Charger unplugged during
periods of disuse; grasp plug to
disconnect it.
May cause electric shock, fire or
malfunction. )
Use only the specified fuse for
In-Car Charger.
Non-specified fuse may cause fire or
malfunction. See In-Car Charger
manual for details. (
If liquids (water, pet urine, etc.) seep
inside Charger, grasp plug and
disconnect it immediately.
May cause electric shock, smoke or
fire. )
If plug is dusty, grasp it and
disconnect Charger, then clean with
dry cloth.
Fire may result. (
Do not use In-Car Charger in
positive earth vehicles.
May cause fire, etc. Use in negative
earth vehicles only. $
Plug Charger firmly into the outlet,
keeping the plug and Charger/
Desktop Holder charging terminals
away from conductive material
(pencil lead, metallic strip, metal
jewelry, etc.).
May cause electric shock, short circuit,
fire, etc.
(
Do not touch Charger plug with wet
hands.
May cause electric shock, malfunction,
etc. '
Do not touch Charger if thunder is
heard.
May cause electric shock, etc. $

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Safety Precautions
This section is based on "Guidelines on the Use
of Radio Communications Equipment such as
Cellular Telephones and Safeguards for
Electronic Medical Equipment"
(Electromagnetic Compatibility Conference, April
1997) and "Report of Investigation of the
Effects of Radio Waves on Medical Equipment,
etc." (Association of Radio Industries and
Businesses, March 2001).
Do not use Desktop Holder inside
vehicles.
Extreme temperature or vibration may
cause fire or damage handset, etc. $
Do not expose Desktop Holder or
Charger to liquids/high humidity
(e.g., precipitation, bath/shower
rooms, restrooms, etc.).
May cause fire, electric shock or
malfunction.
$
CAUTION
Grasp plug and disconnect Charger
before cleaning.
May cause electric shock, etc. )
Always grasp plug (not cord) to
disconnect Charger.
Pulling the plug by cord may damage
cord, causing electric shock, fire, etc. (
Do not subject AC Charger to
strong shocks or impacts while it is
plugged into the outlet.
May cause malfunction or injury. $
Do not touch charging terminals of
Desktop Holder while it is
connected to the outlet.
May cause burn injuries. $
Handset Use & Electronic Medical
Equipment
WARNING
Persons with implanted pacemaker/
defibrillator should keep handset
more than 22 cm away.
Radio waves may interfere with
implanted pacemakers or defibrillators. (
If you intend to use electronic
medical equipment other than
implanted pacemaker/defibrillator
outside medical facilities, consult
the vendor on radio wave effects.
Radio waves may interfere with
electronic medical equipment.
(
Observe these rules inside medical
facilities to avoid effects of radio
waves on electronic medical
equipment:
.Do not enter an operating room or
an Intensive or Coronary Care Unit
while carrying a handset.
.Keep handset off in hospitals.
.Even in lobbies or other places
where handset use is permitted,
keep handset off near electronic
medical equipment.
.Obey medical facility rules on mobile
phone use.
(
Power handset off in crowds or
trains where persons with implanted
pacemaker/defibrillator may be near.
Radio waves may interfere with
implanted pacemakers or defibrillators
causing such devices to malfunction.
(

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Safety Precautions
.SoftBank Mobile is not liable for any damages
resulting from accidental loss/alteration of
handset/Memory Card files or settings. Keep
separate copies of Phone Book entries, etc.
.Handset transmissions/TV signal reception may
be disrupted inside buildings, tunnels or
underground, or when moving into/out of such
places.
.Use handset without disturbing others.
.Handsets are radios as stipulated by the Radio
Law. Under the Radio Law, handsets must be
submitted for inspection upon request.
.Handset use near landlines, TVs or radios may
cause interference.
.For proper use of Memory Card (sold
separately), read the manual beforehand.
.Beware of eavesdropping.
Because this service is completely digital, the
possibility of signal interception is greatly
reduced. However, some transmissions may be
overheard.
Eavesdropping
Deliberate/accidental interception of
communications constitutes eavesdropping.
.An export license may be required to carry the
handset into other countries if it is to be used by
or transferred to another person. However, no
such license is required when you take the
handset abroad for personal use on a vacation
or business trip and then bring it back.
Export control regulations in the United States
provide that an export license granted by the US
government is required to carry the handset into
Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Sudan or Syria.
.If handset is left with no battery or an exhausted
one, data may be altered/lost. SoftBank Mobile
is not liable for any resulting damages.
.Use handset within 5oC - 35oC (up to 40oC for
brief periods in bath/shower rooms, etc.) and
35% - 90% humidity.
.Avoid extreme temperatures or direct sunlight.
.Malfunction resulting from misuse is not covered
by the warranty.
.Exposing lens to direct sunlight may damage
color filter and affect image color.
.Battery may not charge properly if ports/
terminals are obstructed by dust, etc. Clean with
dry cloth, cotton swab, etc.
.Clean handset with soft dry cloth. Using alcohol,
thinner, etc. may damage it.
.Avoid scratching Display.
.Avoid heavy objects or excessive pressure. May
cause malfunction or injury.
,Do not sit on handset in back pants pocket.
,Do not place heavy objects on handset inside
handbags, packs, etc.
.Connect only specified products to External
Device Port. Other devices may malfunction or
cause damage.
.Always power handset off before removing
battery. If battery is removed while saving data
or sending mail, data may be lost, changed or
destroyed.
.Do not power handset off while using Memory
Card; may result in data loss or malfunction.
.When walking outside, moderate handset
volume to avoid accidents.
SoftBank Mobile is not liable for any damages
resulting from data/information leakage due to use
of handset Bluetooth®function.
[Precautions
The frequency band utilized by handset
Bluetooth®function is shared with industrial,
scientific or medical equipment, including
household microwave ovens, etc., and used by
radio stations, amateur radio stations, etc.
(hereafter "other radio stations").
1 Before using Bluetooth®, visually confirm that no
other radio stations sharing the same frequency
band are in use nearby.
2 Should interference occur between handset and
other radio stations, move or cancel Bluetooth®
function immediately.
3 For additional information and support, contact
SoftBank Mobile Customer Center, General
Information: From a SoftBank handset, call toll
free at 157. To call toll free from landlines, see
P. 1 7 - 4 3 "Customer Service."
Frequency Band
This radio station utilizes 2.4 GHz band with FHSS
modulation. Maximum transmission radius is
10 meters (32 feet). It is not possible for the radio
station to avoid using the frequency band of the
mobile unit identification apparatus.
General Notes
General Use Handset & Hardware Care Bluetooth®Function

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Safety Precautions
Wireless LAN (hereafter "Wi-Fi") uses radio waves
to enable communication between compatible
devices, thus allowing connection to a local area
network from anywhere within the range.
However, there is a risk of data interception unless
security is established. It is advisable for the user
to configure security settings on their own
responsibility before using Wi-Fi.
.Do not use Wi-Fi near electrical appliances,
audiovisual equipment or office automation
equipment; may affect Wi-Fi transmission
speed, availability, clarity, etc. (There is a
possibility of interference especially when a
microwave oven is in use.)
.The target access point may not be detected
correctly if there are multiple access points
nearby.
[Precautions
The frequency band utilized by handset Wi-Fi is
shared with industrial, scientific or medical
equipment, including household microwave
ovens, etc., and used by radio stations, amateur
radio stations, etc. (hereafter "other radio
stations").
1 Before using Wi-Fi, visually confirm that no
other radio stations sharing the same frequency
band are in use nearby.
2 Should interference occur between handset and
other radio stations, move or disable Wi-Fi
immediately.
3 For additional information and support, contact
SoftBank Mobile Customer Center, General
Information: From a SoftBank handset, call toll
free at 157. To call toll free from landlines, see
P.17-43 "Customer Service."
Frequency Band
This radio station utilizes 2.4 GHz band with
DSSS-OFDM modulation. Maximum transmission
radius is 40 meters (131 feet).
[Simultaneous Use with Bluetooth®
Both Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b/g) and Bluetooth®use
the 2.4 GHz band. Therefore, Wi-Fi transmission
speed, availability and clarity may be affected
when Bluetooth®device is used near handset or
when handset Bluetooth®is active. Should
interference occur, discontinue use of the
Bluetooth®device or cancel handset Bluetooth®.
These functions are disabled after handset
upgrade/replacement or service cancellation:
Camera; Media Player; S! Applications; TV.
After a period of disuse, these functions may be
unusable; retrieve Network Information (P. 1 6 - 7 ) to
restore usability.
.Mind your manners when using handset
camera.
.Test the camera before capturing/recording
special moments.
.Do not use handset camera in places where
photography or videography is prohibited.
During calls/transmissions, calling/transmission
charges/fees apply even if other functions or
operations are simultaneously in use.
Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN)
.This handset supports Wi-Fi channels 1 - 13.
Handset will not connect to access points set to
other channels.
.Available channels vary by country.
.For use of Wi-Fi aboard aircraft, check with
airline beforehand.
. In some countries/regions, such as France,
there are 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.
Function Usage Limits
Mobile Camera
In-Call/Transmission Caution

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Safety Precautions
For body-worn operation, this phone has been
tested and meets RF exposure guidelines when
used with accessories containing no metal, that
position handset a minimum of 15 mm from the
body. Use of other accessories may not ensure
compliance with RF exposure guidelines.
In some countries/regions, such as France, there
are 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.
Use specified battery or Charger only.
Non-specified equipment use may cause
malfunctions, electric shock or fire due to battery
leakage, overheating or bursting.
Do not dispose of an exhausted battery with
ordinary refuse; always tape over battery
terminals before disposal. Take battery to a
SoftBank Shop, or follow the local disposal
regulations.
Charge battery in ambient temperatures between
5oC and 35oC; outside this range, battery may
leak/overheat and performance may deteriorate.
Your mobile device is a radio transmitter and
receiver. It is designed not to exceed the limits for
exposure to radio waves recommended by
international guidelines. These guidelines were
developed by the independent scientific
organization ICNIRP and include safety margins
designed to assure the protection of all persons,
regardless of age and health.
The guidelines use a unit of measurement known
as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The
SAR limit for mobile devices is 2 W/kg.
As mobile devices offer a range of functions, they
can be used in other positions, such as on the
body as described in this user guide*.
Highest SAR value:
As SAR is measured utilizing the device's highest
transmitting power the actual SAR of this device
while operating is typically below that indicated
above. This is due to automatic changes to the
power level of the device to ensure it only uses the
minimum level required to reach the Network.
The World Health Organization has stated that
present scientific information does not indicate the
need for any special precautions for the use of
mobile devices. They note that if you want to
reduce your exposure then you can do so by
limiting the length of calls or using a handsfree
device to keep the mobile phone away from the
head and body.
*Please see Electromagnetic Waves on the left for
important notes regarding body-worn operation.
**Measured in accordance with international
guidelines for testing.
The maximum output voltage for the music player
function, measured in accordance with EN
50332-2, is 30.0 mV.
Electromagnetic Waves
CE Declaration of Conformity
Battery - CAUTION
Hereby, Sharp Telecommunications of Europe Ltd, declares
that 944SH is in compliance with the essential requirements
and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
A copy of the original declaration of conformity for each
model can be found at the following Internet address:
http://www.sharp.co.jp/k-tai/
European RF Exposure Information
Model At the Ear** On the Body
944SH 0.528W/kg0.660 W/kg
Headphone Signal Level

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Safety Precautions
.This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
.Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the manufacturer responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits of a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation; if this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio
or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
1. Reorient/relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
Your handset is a radio transmitter and receiver.
It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the
emission limits for exposure to radio frequency
(RF) energy set by the Federal Communications
Commission of the U.S. Government.
The guidelines are based on standards that were
developed by independent scientific organizations
through periodic and thorough evaluation of
scientific studies. The standards include a
substantial safety margin designed to assure the
safety of all persons, regardless of age and
health.
The exposure standard for wireless handsets
employs a unit of measurement known as the
Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit
set by the FCC is 1.6 W/kg.
Highest SAR value:
This device was tested for typical body-worn
operations with the back of the handset kept
1.5 cm from the body. To maintain compliance
with FCC RF exposure requirements, use
accessories that maintain a 1.5 cm separation
distance between the user's body and the back of
the handset. The use of beltclips, holsters and
similar accessories should not contain metallic
components in its assembly.
The use of accessories that do not satisfy these
requirements may not comply with FCC RF
exposure requirements, and should be avoided.
The FCC has granted an Equipment Authorization
for this model handset with all reported SAR levels
evaluated as in compliance with the FCC RF
emission guidelines. SAR information on this
model handset is on file with the FCC and can be
found at http://www.fcc.gov/oet/fccid under the
Display Grant section after searching on the
corresponding FCC ID (see table on the left).
Additional information on Specific Absorption
Rates (SAR) can be found on the Cellular
Telecommunications & Internet Association
(CTIA) Website at http://www.phonefacts.net.
FCC Notice
FCC Information to User
FCC RF Exposure Information
Model FCC ID At the Ear On the Body
944SH APYHRO00123 0.454 W/k g 0.374 W/kg

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Safety Precautions
944SH complies with IPX5 (former JIS
protection level 5)1and IPX7 (former JIS
protection level 7)2water protection standards
as well as IP5X (JIS protection level 5)3dust
protection standard, with Port Cover and
Battery Cover closed firmly.
1
IPX5 compliant means that a handset continues to
function as a phone after being subjected to a
water jet (approximately 12.5 liters/min.) discharged
from a nozzle (inner diameter: 6.3 mm), from all
directions (approximately 3 m from handset) for at
least 3 minutes.
2IPX7 compliant means that a handset continues
to function as a phone after being gently
submerged to the depth of 1 m in still tap water at
room temperature, left there for approximately
30 minutes, then removed from it.
3IP5X compliant means that a handset continues to
function as a phone and its safety is maintained
after being agitated in a device containing dust of
75 µm or smaller in diameter for 8hours, then
removed from the device.
.Water/dust resistance may be affected under
some circumstances. Malfunction resulting
from misuse is not covered by the warranty.
.944SH is compliant with IPX5, IPX7 and IP5X
water/dust protection standards. However,
ingress of dirt, sand, mud, metal powder,
food, beverage, etc. may cause malfunction.
.Do not subject handset to soap, detergent, bath
powder/oil, sea/pool/spa water, hot water, etc.
.Wash off sea/pool water, beverage, dirt, sand,
mud, etc. immediately; residue may cause
malfunction if allowed to dry.
.Wash off sand, dirt, etc. completely before use;
any residue may damage handset causing
malfunction.
.Do not soak handset in bath or pool; never use it
in water (including opening/closing of handset
and pressing keys).
.Handset is not resistant to water pressure.
Avoid high-pressure water/shower (over 6 liters/
min.) or water immersion.
.Do not expose handset to extreme humidity for
long periods; avoid prolonged use in bath/
shower rooms.
.Do not use in saunas. Avoid hot air from dryers,
etc.
.Use handset within 5oC - 35oC (up to 40oC for
brief periods in bath/shower rooms, etc.) and
35% - 90% humidity.
.Avoid extreme temperatures (e.g., near stoves,
inside refrigerators, etc.).
.Volume may be low when Microphone/Earpiece/
Speaker is wet; dry handset before use.
.Battery, Desktop Holder and optional
accessories are not waterproofed or
dustproofed.
.Do not subject handset to strong shocks or
impacts; do not poke Microphone, Earpiece,
Speaker, etc. with a cotton swab or sharp
object; water/dust resistance may be affected.
.Avoid placing handset directly on sand. Sand
may penetrate Earpiece, Speaker, etc., resulting
in low volume.
.Sand, etc. trapped in the hinge may cause
excessive friction or noise when opening/closing
handset.
.Touch Panel (Sub Display) may not respond
properly if wet or touched with wet fingers.
.Do not move handset directly from a cold place
to a warm humid place; condensation may
occur. Should this happen, dry handset
naturally at room temperature.
.944SH does not float on water.
.Keep handset out of heavy rain.
.Do not let liquid-exposed handset remain wet;
exposure to cold may freeze liquid causing
malfunction.
.Damaged Battery/Port Cover affects water/dust
resistance; contact a SoftBank Shop.
Water & Dust Resistance
944SH Water & Dust Resistance Important Notes
.Close Battery Cover and Port Cover firmly.
Debris (hair, sand, fibers, etc.) trapped between
cover and base may expose handset to liquid/
dust.
.If Battery/Port Cover is left open liquid exposure
may cause handset malfunction/electric shock.
Power handset off, then remove battery.
.If handset is wet, wipe it with dry cloth.
.Do not open/close Battery/Port Cover with wet
hands or while handset is wet.
.Handset is resistant to fresh/tap water at normal
temperature (5oC - 35oC) only.
Precautions

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Safety Precautions
.Battery, Desktop Holder and optional
accessories are not waterproofed or
dustproofed. Avoid exposure to liquids/high
humidity (e.g., precipitation, bath/shower rooms,
restrooms, etc.); may cause fire, electric shock
or damage.
.Never charge battery while handset is wet; may
cause fire or damage due to electric shock or
short-circuit.
.Close Port Cover firmly after charging via
External Device Port. Use Desktop Holder to
prevent ingress of water and dust via External
Device Port.
.Do not touch Desktop Holder or Charger with
wet hands. Electric shock may occur.
.Do not use Desktop Holder or Charger in rooms
in which water is regularly in use (kitchens,
bath/shower rooms, etc.); may cause fire or
electric shock.
Proper care of the rubber seals around Port Cover
and Battery Cover is crucial for continued handset
water/dust resistance.
.Do not remove or damage gaskets. Keep them
clean.
.Do not insert sharp objects through Port/Battery
Cover gaps; may damage gasket and affect
water/dust resistance.
.If Port/Battery Cover gasket is damaged or
deformed, replace it with a new one.
.To maintain water/dust resistance, replace
gaskets every two years regardless of their
condition.
.For gasket replacements, contact a SoftBank
Shop.
.Damaged Port Cover affects water/dust
resistance; contact a SoftBank Shop.
.If Battery Cover is damaged, replace it with a
new one. Use of damaged cover may cause
electric shock, battery corrosion, etc. due to
water seepage.
Charging Precautions Gasket Care & Maintenance

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Safety Precautions
Portrait rights protect individuals' right to refuse to
be photographed or to refuse unauthorized
publication/use of their photographs. Portrait
rights consist of the right to privacy, which is
applicable to all persons, and the right to publicity,
which protects the interests of celebrities.
Therefore, photographing others including
celebrities and publicizing/distributing their
photographs without permission is illegal; use
handset camera responsively.
Copyright laws protect sounds, images, computer
programs, databases, other materials and
copyright holders. Duplicated material is limited to
private use only. Use of materials beyond this limit
or without permission of copyright holders may
constitute copyright infringement, and be subject
to criminal punishment. Comply with copyright
laws when using images captured with handset
camera.
Video recording and playback are based on
MPEG-4.
This product is licensed under the MPEG-4 Visual
Patent Portfolio License for the personal and
non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode
video in compliance with the MPEG-4 Video
Standard ("MPEG-4 Video") and/or (ii) decode
MPEG-4 Video that was encoded by a consumer
engaged in a personal and non-commercial
activity and/or was obtained from a licensed video
provider. No license is granted or implied for any
other use. Additional information may be obtained
from MPEG LA.
See http://www.mpegla.com.
This product is licensed under the MPEG-4
Systems Patent Portfolio License for encoding in
compliance with the MPEG-4 Systems Standard,
except that an additional license and payment of
royalties are necessary for encoding in connection
with (i) data stored or replicated in physical media
which is paid for on a title by title basis and/or (ii)
data which is paid for on a title by title basis and is
transmitted to an end user for permanent storage
and/or use. Such additional license may be
obtained from MPEG LA, LLC.
See http://www.mpegla.com for additional details.
This product is licensed under the AVC Patent
Portfolio License for the personal and
non-commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode
video in compliance with the AVC Standard ("AVC
Video") and/or (ii) decode AVC Video that was
encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal
and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained
from a licensed video provider. No license is
granted or implied for any other use.
Additional information may be obtained from
MPEG LA, LLC.
See http://www.mpegla.com.
Handset employs RSA®BSAFE=
software developed by RSA Security
Inc.
RSA is a registered trademark of
RSA Security Inc.
BSAFE is a registered trademark of
RSA Security Inc. in the United
States and/or other countries.
This product is equipped
with JBlend=designed to
accelerate the
performance of Java=
Application.
Powered by JBlend=.
Copyright 1997-2010
Aplix Corporation.
All rights reserved.
JBlend and JBlend-related brands are trademarks
or registered trademarks of Aplix Corporation in
Japan and other countries.
Java and Java-related brands are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc.
in the United States and other countries.
The microSD and microSDHC logos are
trademarks of SD-3C, LLC.
The Twitter name and logo are registered
trademarks of Twitter, Inc.
Rights, Trademarks & Patents
Portrait Rights
Copyrights
The software contained in handset is copyrighted
material; copyright, moral right and other related
rights are protected by copyright laws. Do not copy,
modify, alter, disassemble, decompile or
reverse-engineer the software; do not separate it
from hardware in whole or part.

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Safety Precautions
This product employs NetFront Browser (Internet
browser) and NetFront SMIL Player developed by
ACCESS Co., Ltd.
Copyrightc2010 ACCESS Co., Ltd.
ACCESS and NetFront are trademarks or
registered trademarks of ACCESS Co., Ltd. in
Japan or other countries.
This product includes a module developed by
Independent JPEG Group.
IrSimple=, IrSS=and IrSimpleShot=are
trademarks of the Infrared Data Association®.
Bluetooth is a registered trademark of the
Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by
the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks
by SHARP is under license.
944SH wireless LAN is based on the IEEE 802.11
standard and is "Wi-Fi CERTIFIED=" by the Wi-Fi
Alliance®; interoperability with other devices with
the Wi-Fi logo is guaranteed.
944SH is compatible with IEEE 802.11b and IEEE
802.11g standards.
944SH employs Wi-Fi Protected Setup=(WPS)
which simplifies the wireless LAN security setup
(SSID, authentication method, security key, etc.)
by using the PBC method or PIN method.
Wi-Fi®, Wi-Fi Alliance®, WPA®, WPA2®and the
Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo are registered trademarks
of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Wi-Fi CERTIFIED=and Wi-Fi Protected Setup=
are trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Microsoft, PowerPoint and Excel are registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
Powered by MascotCapsule®.
Powered by MascotCapsule®/3DView package=.
MascotCapsule is a registered trademark of HI
Corporation.
c2002-2010 HI Corporation. All rights reserved.
FeliCa is a contactless IC card technology
developed by Sony Corporation.
FeliCa is a registered trademark of Sony
Corporation.
m
is a registered trademark of FeliCa Networks, Inc.
Osaifu-Keitai is a registered trademark of NTT
DOCOMO, INC.
QR Code is a registered trademark of DENSO
WAVE INCORPORATED.
This product contains Adobe®Flash®Lite=player
software under license from Adobe Systems
Incorporated.
Adobe Flash Lite Copyright c2003-2007 Adobe
Systems Incorporated. All rights reserved.
Adobe, Flash and Flash Lite are either registered
trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems
Incorporated in the United States and other
countries.
Wakeup TV, VeilView, Smartlink, Simulated Call,
AQUOS, Chase focus, Spinguru Menu, Shot
Memo, Pretty Arrange Camera, Animation View,
Rakutomo Link and MARIMOTCHI are trademarks
or registered trademarks of SHARP Corporation.