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About the User Guide Most operation descriptions are based on default settings. Unless noted otherwise, descriptions are for Home Screen. Some operation descriptions may be omitted. Before You Begin Data Communication Screenshots & Key Labels Other Notations ...
Other Notations Xperia 1 IV is referred to as "handset" in this guide. In this guide, microSD™/microSDHC™/microSDXC™ Card is referred to as "SD Card." In this guide and on handset, "abroad" means "outside Japan" with regard to handset/service ...
Parts & Functions Handset (Front) Handset (Back/Side) Handset Keys FCC ID Handset (Front) Part Description Front Camera Use to shoot still images, videos of yourself, etc. Earpiece/Speaker Hear the other party's voice here. Proximity/Light Detects surrounding Sensor brightness to automatically adjust...
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Handset (Back/Side) Part Description Second Mic Reduces noise for calling. Headset Jack Connect commercially available headphones. This port supports tetrapolar headset that conforms to the CTIA standard. RGB-IR Sensor Recognizes surrounding light sources when shooting. Flash/Photo Use as camera flash Light when taking photos, etc.
Charging Position charger. Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Internal Antennas for Antenna Area Wi-Fi and Bluetooth features. USB Type-C ® Connect USB Type-C Port cable (commercially available), etc. Speak here. SIM Card/SD Insert SIM Card/SD Card Slot Card. Using USB Type-C Port Connect DisplayPort-compatible USB Type-C cable (commercially available) and show handset screen on a TV or computer monitor.
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FCC ID To view the regulatory compliance mark Find and tap Settings About phone Certificates Regulatory compliance mark such as FCC ID is displayed on the screen. 4/80 Getting Started...
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eSIM eSIM is an integrated SIM already built into handset. An eSIM-capable handset allows you to use a phoneline simply with a contract subscription and configuring handset, without the needed replacement of SIM cards. Downloading eSIM Handling eSIM For eSIM handling, see the following website. https://www.softbank.jp/mobile/support/product/sim/esim/ Downloading eSIM In Home Screen,...
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eSIM download is completed. Settings to enable eSIM. Continue by following onscreen instructions. 13/80 Getting Started...
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SIM Card SIM Card is an IC card containing phone number and other customer information. Inserting SIM Card Removing SIM Card Handling SIM Card For SIM Card handling, see following items. ① IC chip For SIM Card handling, see SoftBank Website. https://www.softbank.jp/mobile/support/protect/usim/ (Japanese) Always keep the IC chip clean.
SoftBank Corp. does not guarantee operation whatsoever. Inserting SIM Card Always unmount SD Card beforehand. For details, see "Unmounting SD Card." Pull Tray out from handset Pull SIM Card/SD Card Slot Cover out straight using fingernail in groove. Set SIM Card into Tray with IC chip (metal) facing up Check SIM Card orientation by notch.
Holding handset held level, press Tray in straight SIM Card is inserted. Check Tray orientation. Press firmly where circled ○, and make sure there is no gap between handset and SIM Card/SD Card Slot Cover. Removing SIM Card Always unmount SD Card beforehand.
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Remove SIM Card from Tray Holding handset held level, press Tray in straight SIM Card is removed. Check Tray orientation. Press firmly where circled ○, and make sure there is no gap between handset and SIM Card/SD Card Slot Cover. 17/80 Getting Started...
SD Card Handset supports SD Cards up to 1 TB. Some SD Cards may not operate properly. When using a new SD Card for the first time, always format it on handset. Inserting SD Card Formatting SD Card Unmounting SD Card ...
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Pull SIM Card/SD Card Slot Cover out straight using fingernail in groove. Set SD Card into Tray with metal terminals facing up Make sure SD Card is in Tray securely. Holding handset held level, press Tray in straight 19/80 Getting Started...
SD Card is inserted. Check Tray orientation. Press firmly where circled ○, and make sure there is no gap between handset and SIM Card/SD Card Slot Cover. Formatting SD Card In Home Screen, (Settings) 20/80 Getting Started...
Done All data on SD Card is erased. Cautions when Formatting SD Card Observe the following when formatting SD Card. Formatting erases all data on SD Card. Carefully check any SD Card that was used on another device before formatting. Charge Internal Battery while formatting, or format with adequate battery charge.
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In Home Screen, (Settings) Storage 28/80 Getting Started...
SD Card is unmounted. Removing SD Card Always unmount SD Card beforehand. For details, see "Unmounting SD Card." With back of handset up, pull Tray out from handset 33/80 Getting Started...
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Pull SIM Card/SD Card Slot Cover out straight using fingernail in groove. Remove SD Card from Tray Holding handset held level, press Tray in straight 34/80 Getting Started...
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SD Card is removed. Check Tray orientation. Press firmly where circled ○, and make sure there is no gap between handset and SIM Card/SD Card Slot Cover. 35/80 Getting Started...
Charging Internal Battery Charging with AC Charger Charging Cautions Observe the following when charging. Never connect USB Type-C plug while handset or peripheral equipment is wet. If the message below appears on handset, a charging malfunction has occurred. Please stop using ...
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Unfold power plug of AC Charger and plug into household AC Charging start sound sounds and Notification Lamp on handset lights up when charging starts. When charging is complete, unplug AC Charger and remove USB Type-C connector of AC Charger straight from handset 37/80 Getting Started...
Power On/Off Powering On Powering Off Powering On Long Press Power Key until handset vibrates Lock Screen appears. For details on unlocking screen, see "Unlocking Screen." Initial settings appear for the first time handset is powered on. For details on initial settings, see ...
Making Initial Settings When powering on the first time, an initial settings wizard appears for optionally making Wi-Fi, Google™ account, and other settings. Follow onscreen instructions to set items. To use SIM Card, insert SIM Card before powering on handset. Making Initial Settings ...
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To use eSIM, next select Download a SIM instead? Next. Continue by following onscreen instructions. To use SIM Card, next Tap Skip. Follow onscreen instructions to set Wi-Fi 43/80 Getting Started...
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To skip Wi-Fi settings while using SIM Card, Tap Use mobile network for setup/Set up offline. Continue by following onscreen instructions. Set items to check Accept 44/80 Getting Started...
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Follow onscreen instructions to transfer data 45/80 Getting Started...
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To set up handset new, Tap Don't copy. To copy data from another handset on which a Google account is set, Tap Next, then follow onscreen instructions. Follow onscreen instructions to set a Google account 46/80 Getting Started...
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For details on Google accounts, see "Setting a Google Account." If not making Google account settings, Tap Skip. Select items to set Accept 47/80 Getting Started...
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Follow onscreen instructions to set screen lock / unlocking using fingerprint 48/80 Getting Started...
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To not set, Tap Skip. A screen lock is required after restarting handset, fingerprint is not recognized, etc. Do not forget to set. Follow onscreen instructions to set Google Assistant/Voice Match/Google Pay 49/80 Getting Started...
Setting a Google Account Use a Google account and get more convenience with Google services. A Google account is required to use some services or fully use some applications. Creating a Google Account Logging In with a Google Account ...
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Window for logging in to a Google account opens. If fingerprints are already saved, screen for fingerprint authentication may appear. Hold finger to sensor to authenticate fingerprint. If method for unlocking screen is "Pattern" / "PIN" / "Password," screen for unlocking screen lock ...
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To create a child's account, Tap For my child then follow onscreen instructions. To create a business account, Tap To manage my business then follow onscreen instructions. Enter First name Last name Next 62/80 Getting Started...
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Enter date of birth Select gender Next 63/80 Getting Started...
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Select Gmail™ address Next 64/80 Getting Started...
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To create a Gmail address, Create your own Gmail address Enter username (mail address) Next. Enter password Next 65/80 Getting Started...
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To not add a phone number, Tap Skip. To add a phone number only for security protection, Tap More options. Continue by following onscreen instructions. Next 67/80 Getting Started...
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Check the privacy policy and terms of usage, I agree 68/80 Getting Started...
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Set Google service Accept 69/80 Getting Started...
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Window for logging in to a Google account opens. If fingerprints are already saved, screen for fingerprint authentication may appear. Hold finger to sensor to authenticate fingerprint. If method for unlocking screen is "Pattern" / "PIN" / "Password," screen for unlocking screen lock ...
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Locking Screen Screen Lock Unlocking Screen Screen Lock Display goes out after a set period of inactivity to save battery power (screen lock). This also prevents accidental Touchscreen operation. While Display is off (screen is locked), Press Power Key for Lock Screen. To activate Screen lock manually, Press Power Key when Display is turned on.
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Lock Screen appears. Alternatively, if Ambient display is enabled, Double-Tap Ambient screen or Press Power Key. For details on Ambient display, see "Appearance Settings." Flick screen up 79/80 Getting Started...
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Screen is unlocked. The method for unlocking the screen can be changed. For fingerprint authentication, Touch Fingerprint Sensor with authentication finger to unlock screen. 80/80 Getting Started...
Basic Operation Selecting Options and Navigating Screens Menu Operations Selecting Options and Navigating Screens Tap items, icons, onscreen keys, etc. to open assigned items. to go back to previous screen. 1/21 Basic Operations...
Menu Operations for available settings and items. Screens may also have settings and items that are available by Touching & Holding Display. 2/21 Basic Operations...
Using Touchscreen Handset uses a touchscreen-type Display. Operate with your fingers on Display. Touch & Hold Drag Swipe/Flick Pinch/Spread Contact Display lightly and briefly. Touch & Hold Touch screen lightly and hold it for a while. When the screen changes, release finger. 4/21 Basic Operations...
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Drag Touch icon or other item lightly, move it where desired, and release finger. Swipe/Flick Contact Display lightly, then brush screen up/down or left/right. Pinch/Spread Contact Display lightly, then close/widen fingers. 5/21 Basic Operations...
Silent Mode Set ringtone, operation sounds, etc. not to sound to avoid disturbing others around you. Entering Silent Mode (Vibrate) Entering Silent Mode (No Vibrate) Silent Mode Cautions Camera shutter, video start/stop tones, Alarm, etc. sound even in Silent mode. Entering Silent Mode (Vibrate) Press Volume Up or Down Key 7/21...
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Icon changes to , and handset enters Silent mode (vibrate). Entering from Quick Settings Also use Quick Settings to enter Silent mode (vibrate). Flick Status Bar down Flick window down Silent mode (off) Entering Silent Mode (No Vibrate) Press Volume Up or Down Key 9/21 Basic Operations...
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Icon changes to , and handset enters Silent mode (no vibrate). Entering from Quick Settings Also use Quick Settings to enter Silent mode (no vibrate). Flick Status Bar down Flick window down Silent mode (off) Silent mode (vibrate) 12/21 Basic Operations...
Airplane Mode Disable all functions that emit signals. Handset stays powered on. Using Airplane Mode Using Airplane Mode Flick Status Bar down 13/21 Basic Operations...
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Airplane mode Handset is in Airplane mode. Use same operation again while in Airplane mode to cancel. 14/21 Basic Operations...
Text Entry Keyboards QWERTY Keyboard Layout Switching Character Types (Entry Modes) Keyboards Enter text with onscreen QWERTY keyboard by Tapping each character individually, or by using Glide typing feature and sliding finger from character to character (on by default). Touch & Hold each character for extended characters.
QWERTY Keyboard Layout ① Use the keyboard option menu (Toolbar). ② Enter a character. ③ Switch between all lower case and sentence case. Double-Tap for all upper case. ④ Toggle entry modes. ⑤ Use voice input. ⑥ Delete a character before cursor. ⑦...
⑩ Enter a space. Switching Character Types (Entry Modes) In QWERTY keyboard, Tap Entry mode is changed to number and symbol mode. To enter more symbols, Tap to back to alphabet mode. 17/21 Basic Operations...
Updating Software Steps to update software depend on what is being updated in the software. Checking/updating does not incur transmission fees. Updating Software Automatically Updating Software Manually Software Update Cautions Signal Reception Operate handset where signal reception is good and without changing location. Also operate with adequate battery charge.
Handset Screens Layout Toggling Home Screen Sheets Navigation Bar Portrait Orientation & Landscape Orientation Layout Item Description Flick down for Notifications Window. Continue and Flick screen down for Status Bar Quick Settings. Customize Area Place application shortcuts, folders, widgets freely. Dock Place shortcuts (applications), folders, etc.
Screen sheets toggled. Navigation Bar Tap icons to access functions. For Navigation Bar, see "Navigation Bar." Side Sense Bar Open Side Sense menu, return, open Multi Window menu, etc. Search for applications or search (Google) with entered words and Quick Search Box phrases.
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Item Description (Back) Return to previous screen. Appears as onscreen keyboard; Tap to close keyboard. (Home) Tap for Home Screen. Touch & Hold for Google Assistant. (History) Show history of used applications to activate/exit them. Also capture screenshot of shown application, view in a pop-up window, or activate multi-window switch.
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handset is rotated horizontally. For details on Auto-rotate screen, see "Display Settings." Depending on the current screen, the orientation may not change even by changing handset orientation. 4/14 Handset Interface...
Status Bar Status Bar appears at the top of Display. Notification Indicators for new mail, etc. and Status Indicators for handset appear here. Status Bar Layout Main Notification Indicators Main Status Indicators Status Bar Layout ① Notification Indicators ②...
Main Notification Indicators Notification Indicators appearing in Status Bar include the following. Indicator Description Missed Call Call Arriving/Calling/Dialing Call on Hold New Answering Machine Message / Voicemail New Gmail New Text Message (SMS) / S! Mail / +Message Error/Caution Wi-Fi Open Network Available USB Device Connected Sharing File via Bluetooth Data Uploading...
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4G LTE/4G Data in Use 3G Data in Use No Signal Airplane Mode Wi-Fi Connected Wi-Fi Connected without Internet Accessibility, or Unstable Wi-Fi Signal Bluetooth Connected Silent Mode (vibrate) Silent Mode (no vibrate) Do Not Disturb Obtaining Current Location Although "5G" may appear in standby (top of Display), this may change to "4G" with data communication then being by the 4G network.
Using Notifications Window Check Notification Indicators and the details in Notifications Window. Opening Notifications Window Notifications Window Layout Opening Notifications Window Flick Status Bar down Notifications Window opens. 8/14 Handset Interface...
Closing Notifications Window Flick screen up Alternatively, Tap to close Notifications Window. Notifications Window Layout ① Show portion of Quick Settings ② Show notifications (incoming calls, etc.) and active functions ③ Show silent notifications ④ Manage notifications ⑤ Show in pop-up window ⑥...
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In Notifications Window, Touch & Hold notification to change Priority/Default/Silent Apply Notification type is not changeable for some notifications. Shown types depend on the notification. 10/14 Handset Interface...
Using Quick Settings Tap icons to toggle functions on/off, etc. Opening Quick Settings Quick Settings Layout Opening Quick Settings Flick Status Bar down 11/14 Handset Interface...
Flick screen down Quick Settings opens. Alternatively, Flick Status Bar down using two fingers. Screen while Music Playing When playing back music with Music or other application, control panel appears in Quick Settings. Play, pause, etc. and change where to output audio. Quick Settings Closing Quick Settings Flick screen up...
Quick Settings Layout ① Adjust brightness ② Set Wi-Fi/mobile data ③ Auto-rotate screen on/off ④ Silent mode (vibrate) / Silent mode (no vibrate) / Silent mode (off) ⑤ Bluetooth on/off ⑥ Enter/exit Airplane mode ⑦ Location on/off 13/14 Handset Interface...
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① Nearby Share on/off ② STAMINA mode on/off ③ Screen record start/stop ④ Show power menu ⑤ Add, delete, and change order of Quick Settings ⑥ Flashlight on/off ⑦ Wi-Fi hotspot tethering on/off ⑧ Show Battery Share Function ⑨ Show handset settings ⑩...
Placing/Answering Calls Placing Calls Answering Calls In-Call Screen Layout/In-Call Operations Phone Function Emergency Location Report Making emergency calls (110, 119 or 118) automatically reports handset location to corresponding agency (police, etc.). This system is referred to as Emergency Location Report, and notifies location based on positioning from base stations.
Placing Calls In Home Screen, (Phone) Phone opens. 2/47 Phone...
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Dialing screen opens. Tap dialpad to enter the other party's number 3/47 Phone...
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Enter area code first for calling landline numbers. Call 4/47 Phone...
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Handset dials number. Call begins when other party answers. To end the call, 5/47 Phone...
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Call ends. Calling the Emergency Number When the Phone's Screen is Locked Flick Lock Screen up EMERGENCY CALL Enter number for emergency service Available only when screen lock is set to "Pattern," "PIN," or "Password." Hints Call does not connect Was the number dialed using the area code? Dial the number starting with "0."...
Answering Calls Swipe (Flick) up when call is arriving Call begins. To end the call, 7/47 Phone...
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Call ends. Arriving Call Operations Cancelling Ringtone Press Volume Key or Power Key when call is arriving Rejecting Arriving Calls Swipe (Flick) down when call is arriving 8/47 Phone...
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In-Call Screen Layout/In-Call Operations ① Show image registered for contact ② Show name/number registered for other party ③ Appears for high-quality sound calls ④ Show dialing screen and send push signals during call ⑤ Mute your voice to the other party ⑥...
Optional Services Use the following optional services. Optional Services Using Call Forwarding Using Voicemail Using Call Waiting Using Group Calling Using Caller ID Notification Using Outgoing Call Barring Using Incoming Call Barring Optional Services Use the following optional services.
Voicemail is activated. appears in Status Bar for new message. Flick Status Bar down and Tap Voicemail notification, then follow the voice prompts. Using Call Waiting This service requires subscription. In Home Screen, (Phone) 23/47 Phone...
Call Waiting is set. Tap icons to toggle set ( )/cancel ( If Call Waiting is set and a second call arrives during a call, Call Waiting tone is heard. Swipe (Flick) up to begin call. Using Group Calling This service requires subscription.
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Dialing screen opens. Enter phone number Call 27/47 Phone...
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Call is added. When the other party answers, Merge 28/47 Phone...
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Caller ID Hide number/Show number 31/47 Phone...
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Caller ID notification is set. Using Outgoing Call Barring Restrict outgoing calls and SMS to phone numbers. It may not be possible to restrict outgoing SMS in some areas. In Home Screen, (Phone) 32/47 Phone...
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Outgoing Call Barring is set. To disable Outgoing Call Barring, Tap Stop Barring of Outgoing Call. Using Incoming Call Barring Restrict incoming calls and SMS. In Home Screen, (Phone) 36/47 Phone...
Using Contacts Save phone numbers, mail addresses, etc. to Contacts. Operation when logged in to a Google account is described as an example. Adding New Contacts Contacts Cautions Information saved in Contacts may be lost or changed if Internal Battery is left uncharged for a long period.
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If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. Enter items Save 46/47 Phone...
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Contact is added. Saving Contacts from Dialing Screen Save a number entered in dialing screen directly to Contacts. In Home Screen, (Phone) Tap dialpad to enter number to save Create new contact Enter each item Save More details More fields to enter other items for contact.
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Sending Messages (+Message) Sending New Messages Sending New Messages In Home Screen, (+Message) 1/11 Messaging...
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Message window opens. To send to a phone number/email address not saved in contacts, Tap destination entry field at top of Display Enter phone number/email address and create message. Tap message entry field 5/11 Messaging...
Using Gmail Use Google's webmail service. Use this service to exchange email. Creating/Sending Mail Creating/Sending Mail In Home Screen, (Google) 8/11 Messaging...
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(Gmail) Mail list opens. Compose 9/11 Messaging...
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Mail composition window opens. Enter recipient/subject/mail text 10/11 Messaging...
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Message is sent. Operations when Composing Mail Adding Cc/Bcc In mail composition window, for "To" Enter recipient Attaching Files In mail composition window, Attach file Select file to attach Saving Mail Being Composed as a Draft (Send Later) In mail composition window, Save draft Deleting Mail Being Composed In mail composition window,...
Using Chrome™ Use Chrome simply by entering words to search and URLs. Using Chrome Adding Bookmarks TLS (Transport Layer Security) is a protocol for encrypting sent/received data. While in a screen connected by TLS, data is encrypted to safely send/receive private information, credit card numbers, corporate secrets, etc., and provide protection against online threats (eavesdropping, falsification, impersonation, etc.).
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Chrome opens. If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. Tap entry box at top Internet...
Search results appear or a Website opens. Opening New Tabs Open several tabs to switch between Websites easily. In Chrome, New tab To switch between tabs, Tap next to entry field at top of Display and Tap tab (number in icon indicates opened tabs). Adding Bookmarks In Home Screen, (Chrome)
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Chrome opens. Show Website to add Internet...
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Current Website is added to Bookmarks. Bookmark Operations Editing Bookmarks In Chrome, Bookmarks Touch & Hold target bookmark Edit items Alternatively, Tap of bookmark Edit. Deleting Bookmarks In Chrome, Bookmarks Touch & Hold target bookmark Alternatively, Tap of bookmark Delete.
Capturing Still Images/Videos Photo Pro (Photography Pro) has a BASIC mode for easily capturing still images and videos as your smartphone's camera, as well as AUTO/P/S/M modes that can be used as on a real camera. How to capture using BASIC mode is described as an example. Capturing Still Images ...
Capturing Still Images In Home Screen, (Photo Pro) Viewfinder appears. If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. Alternatively, Press handset Shutter Key for one second or more, or Press Power Key twice, or in Lock Screen, Touch & Hold to quick-activate Photo Pro.
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to switch to "Photo" Viewfinder ( Aim Camera at subject Check Viewfinder, then 3/11 Camera...
Shutter clicks and still image is saved. Capturing Videos In Home Screen, (Photo Pro) 4/11 Camera...
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Viewfinder appears. If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. Alternatively, Press handset Shutter Key for one second or more, or Press Power Key twice, or in Lock Screen, Touch & Hold to quick-activate Photo Pro. If there is no operation on Viewfinder, Photo Pro operation ends. ...
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Aim Camera at subject Check Viewfinder, then 6/11 Camera...
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Video capturing starts. To pause, Tap or to resume, Tap To stop recording, 7/11 Camera...
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Video capturing stops and video is saved. 8/11 Camera...
Viewing Still Images/Videos (Photos) Showing Still Images/Videos Showing Still Images/Videos Show captured or downloaded still images/videos. Supported file formats with Photos are as follows. Type File Format Still image BMP, GIF, HEIC, ICO, JPG, PNG, TIFF, WEBP, some Raw files Video 3GP, 3G2, ASF, AVI, DIVX, M2T, M2TS, M4V, MKV, MMV, MOD, MOV, MP4, MPG, MTS, TOD, WMV...
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Still image/video list opens. Tap still image/video 10/11 Camera...
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Still image/video window opens. Tap still image/video window to show/hide menu and other icons. Flick still image/video window up to show captured date & time. To select other files, in still image/video window, select file again or Flick still image/video window ...
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Applications Setting Required Permissions for Applications Setting Required Permissions for Applications Set the operation of applications when activating for the first time. The type and content of a confirmation differs with the application. Activating (Music) for the first time is described as an example. An application may not function correctly if permission to use it was not set.
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Settings are complete. Shown setting items depend on the function having permission set. For several functions, continue in the same way. Other Ways to Set Required Permissions for Applications Setting Functions to Use for Each Application In Home Screen, (Settings) Apps See all XX apps...
Adding Applications Download a variety of applications (free/paid) from Google Play™. Change the setting of downloaded applications to enable manual or automatic updates. Log in to your Google account beforehand. Installing Free Applications Purchasing Paid Applications Updating Applications ...
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Google Play appears. If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. Tap free application 5/15 Application Basics...
Application is downloaded and installed. If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. Purchasing Paid Applications In Home Screen, (Play Store) 7/15 Application Basics...
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Google Play appears. If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. Tap paid application 8/15 Application Basics...
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Application is downloaded and installed. Purchased Applications Payment Pay only once. Redownloads of uninstalled applications are free of charge. On Other Android™ Devices Install an application on any Android device under the same Google account for free. Requesting Refunds Refund is possible within a limited time. By requesting a refund, the application is deleted and the charge is cancelled.
Updating Applications In Home Screen, (Play Store) Google Play appears. If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. Tap account icon at right of search bar Manage apps & device 13/15 Application Basics...
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Manage Updates available Tap application to update Update 14/15 Application Basics...
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Application is updated. If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. Setting Application Updates Setting Automatic Updates for Applications In Google Play, Tap account icon at right of search bar Settings Network preferences Auto-update apps Set update method DONE Setting Automatic Updates for Individual Applications In Google Play, Tap account icon at right of search bar Manage apps &...
Connecting by Wi-Fi Handset supports Wi-Fi (wireless LAN). Access the Internet via a household Wi-Fi connection environment. Selecting a Network Connection Selecting a Network Connection In Home Screen, (Settings) 1/12 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth...
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Screen for Internet opens. Wi-Fi 3/12 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth...
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Wi-Fi is enabled. Wi-Fi networks are scanned. Available networks appear after scanning. Wi-Fi to toggle on ( )/off ( Tap Wi-Fi network 4/12 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth...
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Enter password CONNECT 5/12 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth...
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Handset is connected. The password, for a household wireless LAN router, is sometimes found on a sticker on the router (WEP, WPA, KEY, etc.). Contact the router manufacturer for information. For password for a public wireless LAN, check with user's service provider. Entering a password is not required if an access point is not security protected.
Using Bluetooth Function Connect to a Bluetooth-capable wireless phone, etc. for calls or to a hands-free device such as a headset. Enabling Bluetooth Function Bluetooth Function Cautions Information may not appear correctly on both devices depending on the transferred data. Enabling Bluetooth Function In Home Screen, (Settings)
Handset Settings Main setting options are described. Shown items and their arrangement may differ depending on current settings, etc. Viewing after logging in to a Google account is described. Handset Settings Handset Settings Customize operation of handset functions. Handset settings include the following items. Item Description Network &...
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Google Make settings for Google services. System Check and make settings for languages & input, gestures, date & time, backup, system update, reset, etc. About phone Check device name, own phone number, etc. In Home Screen, (Settings) Handset settings open. Select item to set 2/27 Handset Settings...
Data Usage Settings Check mobile data traffic and set limit. Checking Application Data Usage Data Usage Operations Viewing Data Usage with Wi-Fi In Home Screen, (Settings) Network & internet Internet Non-carrier data usage Enabling Mobile Data In Home Screen, (Settings) Network &...
Battery Settings Check Battery usage, make settings to save battery power, etc. Battery Settings Battery Settings Items that can be checked/set are the following. Item Description Battery level and estimated Check Battery and time remaining based on current usage. time until depletion Battery usage Check usage since last full charge.
Certified 360 Reality Audio headphones photo-analyze your hearing characteristics and bring you a more real experience. ・360 Upmix A unique sound technology from Sony that takes normal stereo sound and puts you in an immersive sound space. ・DSEE Ultimate Enable accurate, scaled-up replay of compressed sound files and CD-level sound using AI technology.
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In-call volume Adjust call volume. Ring and notification volume Adjust ring volume and notification sound. Alarm volume Adjust alarm volume. Do Not Disturb Enable/disable Do Not Disturb. Also make Do Not Disturb settings. Phone ringtone - SIM 1 Set SIM 1 ringtone. Phone ringtone - SIM 2 Set SIM 2 ringtone.
Display Settings Set screen brightness, font size, etc. Display Settings Display Settings Settings can be made for the following items. Item Description Image quality settings Make settings for color gamut, contrast, and high-quality processing when playing back videos. White balance Set white balance.
Security Settings Set security functions such as screen lock, PIN, etc. Security Settings Enabling SIM PIN Changing SIM PIN Setting Screen Not to Lock In Home Screen, (Settings) Security Screen lock None If method for unlocking screen is setting other than None Swipe before changing setting, first...
Enabling SIM PIN When PIN is enabled, a window for entering PIN appears to allow handset use each time handset is powered on with SIM Card installed/eSIM enabled. In Home Screen, (Settings) Security SIM card lock Lock SIM card Enter PIN 13/27 Handset Settings...
PIN is enabled. PIN Cautions Entering incorrect PIN three consecutive times activates PIN Lock. To cancel, Personal Unblocking Key (PUK) is required; contact Customer Service. Entering incorrect PUK ten consecutive times locks SIM Card/eSIM, disabling handset. For recovery, SIM Card/eSIM must be reissued by SoftBank (fees apply). Changing SIM PIN First enable SIM PIN to change PIN.
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SIM card lock Change SIM PIN Enter current PIN Enter new PIN Re-enter new PIN 15/27 Handset Settings...
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System Settings Check and make settings for languages & input, gestures, date & time, backup, reset, system update, etc. System Settings Languages & Input Operations Setting Handset Language In Home Screen, (Settings) System Languages & input Languages Add a language Tap language Tap region Language appearing at top is used.
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Connect to a vehicle display that supports Android Auto to use Google Maps, voice operation, etc. ・External monitor Connect to a camera such as the Sony α (alpha) and use handset as a monitor. After setting this option on, (External monitor) appears in app list.
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Make settings for image output to a USB-connected device. ・Audio Make settings for audio output to a USB-connected device. ・NFC/Osaifu-Keitai Make settings for NFC/Osaifu-Keitai ® ・Wireless controller for PS5 and PS4 Set handset to be controllable by wireless controller for PS5 or PS4. ・Printing Set printing from handset to be possible with a printer.
Bubbles Enable conversations to be shown as bubbles (floating icons). Device & app notifications Manage applications and devices that can read notifications. Notifications on lock screen Make settings for showing notification details in Lock Screen. Service notifications Enable sensitive information to be shown in notifications in Lock Screen.
Item Description Ambient display (Always- Make ambient display settings to allow checking of time, notifications, on display) details of playing music, etc. while screen locked. Clocks Change type of clock in Lock Screen. Multitasking usage guides Check useful functions such as Side Sense, multi-window, and pop- up window.
Switch Access Enable handset operation with switches instead of Tapping the screen. Timing controls Set detection time for Touch & Hold on Display, and delay for a pointer click when using a mouse. System controls Make settings for system navigation, one-handed mode, Power Button to end call , and auto-rotate screen.
Usage & diagnostics Enable diagnostic data as well as data on handset and application usage to be sent to Google for Android improvement purposes. Location Settings Make Location settings. Settings can be made for the following items. Item Description Use location Enable use of wireless networks and GPS so as to obtain information on current location.
Passwords & Accounts Manage saved passwords and create, add, etc. accounts. Settings can be made for the following items. Item Description Passwords Manage passwords with a password manager. Autofill service Select and make settings for an autofill service. Account for Owner Added account appears on handset.
Account Make settings for advertisements that appear. Autofill Set auto-filling of forms and confirmation codes. Backup Make backup settings. Device & sharing ・Cast options Enable control directly from Cast media control notifications when playing media on TV or speaker with Chromecast on same Wi-Fi network.
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Device name Check/change handset name. Phone number (sim slot 1) Check SIM slot 1 phone number. Phone number (sim slot 2) Check SIM slot 2 phone number. Legal information Show legal information. Certificates Check credentials. Your Xperia ID Check your Xperia ID. Detailed Diagnostics Enable detailed handset diagnostic data to be sent for improving Xperia™...
Global Roaming Handset is Global Roaming Service eligible. Use the same handset number outside Japan. Handset connects to an appropriate cellular provider automatically by default. A specific carrier can also be selected manually. Change communications method and roaming settings as needed. Setting the Carrier ...
Making Calls while Abroad See SoftBank Website to learn about roaming areas/services, etc. https://www.softbank.jp/en/mobile/service/global/ International Calls to Japan and Other Countries/Regions from Abroad Calls to Landline Phones/Cell Phones in Country/Region of Stay International Calls to Japan and Other Countries/Regions from Abroad In Home Screen, (Phone)
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Dialing screen opens. Touch & Hold 11/18 Global Services...
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"+" is entered. Enter country code then other party number (omit first 0) 12/18 Global Services...
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Do not omit first 0 from phone numbers when dialing Italy (39). Call 13/18 Global Services...
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Handset dials number. Call begins when other party answers. Calls to Landline Phones/Cell Phones in Country/Region of Stay Place calls the same way you would within Japan. Do not enter country code or omit first 0 from phone numbers. In Home Screen, (Phone) 14/18...
Warranty & After-Sales Service Warranty After-Sales Service Warranty The warranty period is 1 year from the date of newly purchase. Repairs will be done based on terms of repair service. Terms of repair service is referred to ...
is discontinued. Repair may not be possible because of a shortage of repair parts even during the warranty period. Further inquiries For more information on after-sales service, contact a nearby SoftBank Shop or Customer Service. Warranty/Specifications/Customer Service...
Customer Service If you encounter any difficulties or are unsure of anything, contact customer service. SoftBank Customer Support Smartphone Technical Support Center SoftBank Customer Support From a SoftBank handset, dial toll free at 157 From a landline/IP phone, dial toll free at 0800-919-0157 ...
Safety Precautions Read safety precautions before using handset. Observe precautions to avoid injury to self or others, or damage to property. Safety Precautions Handset, AC Charger (Optional Accessory), Wireless Charger (Commercially Available) (Common) Handset AC Charger (Optional Accessory), Wireless Charger (Commercially Available) ...
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their meanings before reading on. Mark Descriptions Prohibited actions Disassembly prohibited Exposure to liquids prohibited Use with wet hands prohibited Compulsory actions Unplug AC Charger from outlet Handset, AC Charger (Optional Accessory), Wireless Charger (Commercially Available) (Common) Do not use, store, leave in a high temperature or heat accumulating place (e.g. near fire or heater appliances, under kotatsu or bedding, in direct sunlight, inside a sun-heated car, etc.) May cause fire, burns, injury, electric shock, etc.
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For water resistance/dustproofing, see "Water Resistance/Dustproofing." Do not charge when handset or related accessory is wet with liquids such as water (drinking water, sweat, sea water, urine of pets, etc.) Do not charge where handset can come in contact with water, such as a bath room or near a humidifier. May cause fire, burns, injury, electric shock, etc.
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Do not allow liquids such as water (drinking water, sweat, sea water, urine of pets, etc.) to come into Charging Terminals or USB Type-C Port/Headset Jack. May cause fire, burns, injury, electric shock, etc. For water resistance, see "Water Resistance/Dustproofing." Use optional accessories specified by SoftBank.
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Remove any covers from handset before charging with a wireless charger (commercially available). Cover material/thickness or any dirt lodged between handset and the cover may prevent handset from charging properly, and may result in fire, burns, injury, etc. Power off handset near electronic devices or equipment operating on high precision control or weak signals.
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-Power off handset Continued use may cause fire, burns, injury, electric shock, etc. Do not use damaged handsets or related accessories. May cause fire, burns, injury, etc. Do not place handset on unstable/uneven surfaces. Be extra careful while the vibrator is set. Handset may drop and cause injury.
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going to bed. Handset Do not throw handset into a fire or apply heat. May cause fire, burns, injury, etc. Do not penetrate with a sharp object (nail), hit with a hard objects (hammer), stomp, or otherwise subject handset to strong force. May cause fire, burns, injury, etc.
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Do not put liquid such as water (drinking water, sweat, sea water, urine of pets, etc.), metal, or flammable object into SIM Card/SD Card Slot. Do not insert SIM Card or SD Card in the wrong position or orientation. May cause fire, burns, injury, electric shock, etc. Do not expose the camera lens to direct sunlight, etc.
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Users with heart conditions should adjust vibration and ringtone volume as needed. Handset suddenly vibrating and ringing for a new call may startle and affect persons with heart conditions. When using electric medical equipment, etc., check with the equipment vendor or distributor for information about the effects of radio waves.
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immediately rinse with clean water. Also, in case it gets into your eyes, mouth, etc., immediately consult a doctor after rinsing. Do not dispose handset together with ordinary trash. May cause fire, burns, injury, etc. Also, may cause environmental destruction. Bring unnecessary handset into a sales outlet such as a SoftBank Shop or follow the municipality instructions for recycling.
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Do not leave handset in reach of children or persons requiring supervision. Handset uses magnets. If swallowed, there is a risk of choking or serious harm to internal organs. If the magnet has been swallowed, immediately consult a doctor. Do not bring handset near medical devices. Handset uses magnets;...
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May cause fire, burns, electric shock, etc. Do not put heavy objects on the cord of AC Charger (optional accessory) or wireless charger (commercially available) or pull it strongly. May cause fire, burns, electric shock, etc. When plugging or unplugging AC Charger (optional accessory) to or from a power outlet, do not allow metals to come in contact.
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Using the incorrect power supply and voltage may cause fire, burns, electric shock, etc. AC Charger:100V AC (Household AC power outlet only) AC Charger for global use:100V to 240V AC (Household AC power outlet only) Wipe off dust on the power plug. Using with dust adhered may cause fire, burns, electric shock, etc.
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Keeping the power plug connected may cause fire, burns, electric shock, etc. If liquid such as water (drinking water, sweat, seawater, urine of pets, etc.) gets on equipment, immediately disconnect the power plug from an outlet. Liquid on equipment may result in short-circuit causing fire, burns, electric shock, etc. When cleaning, disconnect the power plug from an outlet.
When using electronic medical equipment (other than implanted cardiac pacemakers/defibrillators) outside medical facilities, check with the equipment vendor or distributor for information about the effects of radio waves. Handset radio waves may affect electronic medical equipment. Disable handset transmissions (e.g. airplane mode) or power off handset when it is difficult to keep a distance of at least 15 cm away from others such as in a crowd.
Important Product Information Handset, SIM Card, AC Charger (Optional Accessory) (Common) Charging Display (Touchscreen) Volume Rising Handset Temperature Earpiece/Speaker Technical Conformity Fingerprint Authentication Forcibly Powering Off Handset, SIM Card, AC Charger (Optional Accessory) (Common) Do not get wet.
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Lithium-ion batteries are precious, recyclable resources. Do not discard of old handsets, batteries, or chargers with ordinary waste, and instead bring them to the nearest shop with the Mobile Recycle Network mark. Storing handset with full-charged or insufficient battery level deteriorates battery performance. It ...
Service. Using application while charging may shorten Internal Battery life. Display (Touchscreen) Handset uses a touchscreen Display. Operate with your fingers on Display. Touch with your fingers lightly. Do not press forcibly with fingers or push with a sharp-pointed ...
Earpiece/Speaker Handset earpiece is also used as a speaker. Loud sound may be heard from the speaker when playing sound, for arriving incoming calls, etc. Subjecting your ears to loud sound may affect your hearing ability. Use Earpiece/Speaker with care to prevent your ears from being subject to loud sound.
fingerprint may be difficult or authentication performance may degrade. Washing/wiping hands, using different finger, etc. may improve capability. - Wrinkled after taking a bath, etc. - Wet with water, sweat, etc. - Dried - Covered with grease (e.g. hand cream) - Dirty with mud or grease - Rough or injured (cut, inflammation, etc.) - Abraded and faded...
Bluetooth/Wi-Fi (WLAN) Frequencies Notes on Using Bluetooth Devices Reception Interference Caused by Wi-Fi (WLAN) Devices Wi-Fi (WLAN) Notes on Using 2.4 GHz Devices Notes on Using 5 GHz Devices Reception Interference Caused by Bluetooth Devices ...
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specified low power radio stations (radio stations requiring no license) and amateur radio stations (hereinafter referred to as "another station.") Before using handset Bluetooth function, confirm that premises radio stations, specified low power radios and amateur radios are not in use nearby. In the event of handset causing harmful radio wave interference with "another station,"...
Notes on Using 2.4 GHz Devices WLAN devices operate on the same frequency band used by home electric appliances such as microwave ovens, industrial, scientific and medical equipment, premises radio stations for identifying mobile units used in the manufacturing lines of plants (radio stations requiring a license), specified low power radio stations (radio stations requiring no license) and amateur radio stations.
Water Resistance/Dustproofing Handset complies with IPX5 , IPX8 water resistance standards and IP6X dustproof standard with SIM Card/SD Card Slot Cover firmly closed. 1 Protection against water jet (at 12.5 L/minute from every direction from a distance of approximately 3 m for over 3 minutes through 6.3 mm nozzle) 2 Protection against seepage when slowly submerged in still tap water at room temperature to depth of 1.5 m for 30 minutes 3 Protection against dust ingress when being placed in an apparatus with grit and dust...
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Do not get any liquid other than room temperature tap water on handset, or soak it in such liquid. Firmly close SIM Card/SD Card Slot Cover. Even a fine particle (one hair, one grain of sand, tiny fiber, etc.) put between the port contact surfaces may allow water or dust to ingress. Do not push Earpiece/Speaker, Mic, Speaker, Second Mic, USB Type-C Port, or Headset Jack ...
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Do not use USB Type-C Port or Headset Jack if wet or dirty/dusty. May lose water resistance, cause electric shock or short circuit, resulting in malfunction, fire, or burns. Do not leave handset in a humid place for a long time. Take handset out from bathroom after ...
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Wipe off water drained from handset with clean cloth etc. Turn Earpiece/Speaker, Mic, Speaker, USB Type-C Port, Second Mic, Headset Jack, Power Key/Fingerprint Sensor, Volume/Zoom Up/Down Key, Shutter Key and SIM Card/SD Card Slot Cover, Camera ring (around main camera) face down onto cloth etc. to drain water. Turn upside down and wipe off.
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malfunctions. Do not use AC Charger (optional accessory), USB Type-C cable (commercially available) in a bathroom, shower room, kitchen, lavatory or other highly humid area. Doing so may cause fire or electric shock. Do not touch AC Charger (optional accessory) or USB Type-C cable (commercially available) with ...
Export Controls and Regulations Export Controls and Regulations Export Controls and Regulations The products may be subject to the application of the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act and other related laws and regulations in Japan. In addition, the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) of the United States may be applicable. In cases of exporting or reexporting the products, customers are requested to follow the necessary procedures at their own responsibility and cost.
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and ® any use of such marks by Sony Group Corporation and their subsidiaries is under license. Wi-Fi is a trademark or registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance ®...
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MPEG LA, LLC (See https://www.mpegla.com). MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson. "ソニー" and "SONY", as well as product names, service names, and logomarks used in this instruction manual are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Group Corporation or its...
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All other product names, service names, company names, and logomarks are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their owners. FeliCa is a contactless IC card technology developed by Sony Corporation. The TM and ® marks are sometimes abbreviated in this instruction manual.
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RF Exposure Information of This Product "A201SO" here refers to this mobile phone "Xperia 1 IV". RF Exposure Information of This Product (for Japan) European RF Exposure Information FCC RF Exposure Information RF Exposure Information of This Product (for Japan) This mobile phone A201SO is compliant with the Japanese technical regulations on human exposure to radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy.
*1 The technical regulations are provided in the Article 14-2 of the Ministry Ordinance Regulating Radio Equipment. *2 International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection *3 ICES: International Committee on Electromagnetic Safety *4 The value is under simultaneous transmission use conditions. *5 The values of SAR and PD that the CRR values are calculated are as follows: For temporal region (near ear), SAR: 1.480 W/kg, PD: 0.7400 mW/cm ;...
* The tests are carried out in accordance with international guidelines for testing. FCC RF Exposure Information 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.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any change or modification not expressly approved by Sony may void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.