Illustrations and Screenshots in This Manual Notes on Cell Phone Use Contents Getting Ready Learning the Basics Making and Answering Calls Global Function Character Input Basic Manual Contacts Mail Camera Web Browser TV (1Seg) Applications Viewing the Setting Menu Troubleshooting Index
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the IS12S. Before using your IS12S, be sure to read the IS12S Basic Manual (this PDF manual) to ensure correct usage. After you have finished reading this manual, store this PDF manual and the printed manuals in safe places so you can retrieve them whenever you need them. Manuals for the IS12S There are three manuals for the IS12S: the Basic Manual, printed スタートガイド (Start guide) (Japanese) and full Instruction Manual (Japanese).
Illustrations and Screenshots in This Manual Illustrations and Screenshots in This Manual ■ Note on Illustrations The illustrations in this manual may look different from the actual cell phone in shape, color and typeface. The key illustrations are also simplified as shown below. S P N [ \ W ■ Note on Screenshots The screenshots in this manual are simplified and may look different from the actual cell phone screens.
Notes on Cell Phone Use Cell Phone Etiquette Notes on Cell Phone Use The cell phone always emits weak radio waves when power is on. Use the cell phone in an enjoyable and safe manner without forgetting to be considerate of others around you. ● Use of cell phones is not allowed in some places. • Do not use the cell phone while you are driving. Doing so is both dangerous and prohibited by law. • Using a cell phone in an aircraft is prohibited by law.
Security Code and Passwords You can use a security code and other passwords described below. Take care not to forget your security code and passwords, because they are required for performing various operations and using subscription services.
Contents Introduction Illustration for Inserting microSD Memory Card.......... 20 Removing au IC-Card.................................................. 20 ii Illustrations and Screenshots in This Manual 1 Contents Notes on Cell Phone Use 2 Cell Phone Etiquette...................................................... 2 Do Not Use the Cell Phone While Driving!.................... 2 Security Code and Passwords......................................
Contacts 31 Saving a Contact......................................................... 31 Dialing from the Contacts............................................ 31 Editing Contacts.......................................................... 31 Mail 32 Camera 35 Photo Taking Tips........................................................ 35 Setting Image Size for Photo....................................... 35 Taking a Photo.............................................................
Getting Ready Checking the Contents of the Box The box contains the cell phone and accessories. • IS12S (with warranty and battery pack cover) • AC Adapter EP800 (with warranty) Getting Ready • microSDHC card (32GB)* (Sample) * Inserted in the IS12S when purchased.
Names of Parts ■ From the Front a b ■ From the Back c o p q Getting Ready defg hi r x y z A s t j u B v TYPE:AAH-5880016-BV FCC ID:PY7A5880016 IS12S w k lm n C *1 Do not cover the antenna area with your hand when using Wi-Fi, Bluetooth® or retrieve GPS information. *2 Do not cover the antenna area with your hand during a call or when using the browser.
① ② ③ ④ ⑤ Getting Ready ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨ ⑩ ⑪ ⑫ ⑬ ⑭ ⑮ ⑯ ⑰ ⑱ microUSB connecting terminal Headset connector HDMI connector (type D) Notification LED Notifies charging condition, missed call or unread mail. Proximity sensor Turns on or off the touch screen to prevent erroneous operation during a call. Light sensor Adjusts screen brightness. Do not cover it with your fingers etc. Ear speaker Allows you to hear the other party's voice etc. during a call.
Charging the Battery Pack The battery pack is not fully charged at the time of purchase. Be sure to charge the battery pack before using the cell phone for the first time. ■ Charging the Battery Pack with the AC Adapter Included AC adapter cable is necessary. 1 Insert the microUSB cable horizontally with the microUSB plug engraved side facing down into the connector for microUSB cable of the IS12S.
4 Remove the USB plug of the microUSB cable from the USB port of the PC. microUSB plug Notification LED Turning On Power 1 p (hold down for at least one second) • The key unlock screen appears. Deactivate the key lock. ■ Turning Off Power Getting Ready 1 p (hold down for at least one second) 2 Power Off → OK ■ Setting Key Lock If the key lock is set, the screen light turns off to avoid erroneous operations of touch screen or buttons.
Initial Setup Setting Google Account The first time IS12S turns ON, the initial setting screen appears automatically. After setting the display language, "Setup guide" appears. Follow the onscreen instructions to set each function. You can create a Google account on the IS12S and use Google services. Google account setup screen appears such as when launching a software that requires a Google account for the first time. You can also display it from Setup guide.
Inserting/Removing microSD Memory Card ■ Removing microSD Memory Card You can save, move or copy data by inserting micoSD memory card (including microSDHC) into the IS12S. And you can copy contacts etc. to microSD memory card. 1 From the Home screen, t → Settings → Getting Ready • A microSDHC memory card (32GB) (sample) is inserted in the IS12S when purchased. • When a microSD card is not inserted, camera functions, playing, downloading music or videos or infrared communication are not available.
Learning the Basics Operating the Touch Panel ■ Basic Operations Tap/Double Tap Tap: Gently touch a screen and then immediately release your finger. Double tap: Tap the same position twice. Long Touch Keep touching an item of key. Flick Operate the screen by quickly moving (flicking) your finger up, down, right, or left. • Move the finger slowly in the beginning, then flick away in the end. Pinch Touch the screen with two fingers and widen (pinchout) or narrow (pinch-in) the fingers' distance.
Operation While Using Functions Frequently used operations for IS12S are described in this section. ■ Selecting an Item Example: Long-touching a contact in the contact list screen Long-touch a contact You can directly tap the screen to select a displayed item or icon. x ■ Displaying the Menu Learning the Basics Menu options can be displayed by pressing the menu key (t), or long-touching an entry field or item.
Viewing the Home Screen Display indicators inform you of mail arrival, current settings, etc. The Home screen consists of five screens, the center screen and two for each side. The center screen is the default screen to operate the cell phone. Pressing y returns to the Home screen at any time.
Icon Overview Bluetooth® function connection request Icon Upcoming calendar event 3G data communication status 3G available/ Sending and downloading 3G data Playing a track Silent Mode (Vibration) set 1Seg activated During a call using hands-free (speaker on) notification Infrared communication in progress / / Connecting to Wi-Fi/ Connecting to Wi-Fi using AutoIP function / Using Bluetooth® Bluetooth® function on/ Connecting to Bluetooth® compatible device Osaifu-Keitai® is locked.
Status Description Flashing red The battery level is not enough for activating the cell phone for turning on. Flashing green While backlight is off, missed calls/New email messages exist. Flashing white A call is received. Using the Home Screen You can change the wallpaper, add, delete, or move application shortcuts, widgets, folders from the Home screen. 1 From the Home screen, t 2 Add shortcuts of applications or bookmarks. Widgets Add widgets.
Settings Set and manage IS12S functions from the setting menu. Personalizing wallpaper and ringtone, security settings, initializing data, etc. are available. ■ Switching the Home Screen Learning the Basics Slide/Flick the Home screen left or right to move to the neighboring Home screen. You can check the current position of the Home screen with at the top of the screen. ■ Using Widgets Widgets are applications which can be registered on the Home screen.
Icon Application Overview View current location, find another locations and calculate routes. Gmail Use Gmail. Talk You can use Google Talk instant messaging to chat with friends. Navigation Display Google Map Navigation. Places You can use information registered on Google Map. Latitude A communication tool to share and use your location information with members. Application 取扱説明 書IS12S (Instruction Manual) News & Weather PlayNow Overview Display the instruction manual for the IS12S.
Icon Application life.episode™ Overview View the latest information such as news or music. Illustration for Inserting microSD Memory Card Learning the Basics Removing au IC-Card 1 Remove the back cover, press the au IC-Card with your fingertip and remove it sliding outside. • Please be careful not to touch or scratch a metal part (IC) when you handle the au IC-Card. Doing so may cause malfunction or damage.
Making and Answering Calls Making a Call 1 From the Home screen, Phone 2 Enter a phone number. • : Delete a digit of entered numbers (Long-touch): Delete all numbers • When calling to a fixed-line phone, you also need to enter the area code. • Press m during a call to adjust earpiece volume (the other party's voice volume). • Add 184 or 186 before entering a phone number to set whether to inform the other party of your phone number.
Answering a Call 1 While receiving a call, touch it to (left) and drag (right). • Start a call. 2 Talk → End call • When the call ends, approximate call charge appears. Making and Answering Calls 22 When you missed a call • appears in the status bar. Slide the status bar downward and open the notification panel to view the receiving time, phone number or name registered in the Contacts, etc. To mute the ringtone for an incoming call • Press m or p when a call is received to mute the ringtone.
Setting a Ringtone Adjusting the Sound Volume You can set voice file in ".wav", ".m4a" or in other format which is transferred from Media Go or downloaded from the Internet as a ringtone. 1 Settings screen → Sound → Volume 1 Settings screen → Sound → Phone ringtone/ Notification ringtone 2 Select a ringtone → Done. • Adjust the volume of following items.
Global Function The IS12S supports Global Passport CDMA/GSM services. You can use your IS12S overseas without any additional application. Setting the Area Set an area where you use the IS12S.
Making a Call to Outside Country You Stay (Including Japan) You can make a call to Japan or another country from your travel destination. 1 From the Home screen, Phone 2 + (Long-touch "0") → Enter a country code, area code (city code), and phone number.
Character Input Use the software keyboard to enter characters. To display the software keyboard, tap a character input box in the character entry screen for adding contacts, creating a message, etc. Selecting Input Method You can select an input method (keyboard type) for IS12S. 1 Character entry screen → Long-touch the entry field → Input method. 2 Chinese keyboard Default input Character Input Japanese keyboard Select to enter Chinese. Select a language for text entry.
■ Main Functions of the Touch-Keys Icon / / (Long-touch) Each time you tap, the character mode switches Number → Hiragana/Kanji → Alphabet in order. あ: Hiragana/Kanji Aa: Double-byte alphabet/Ａ: Doublebyte alphabet 12: Single-byte number/1: Double-byte number Display a character mode switch window. Keyboard switch: / Character mode switch: (Double-byte), (Single-byte) Symbol assistant area: Enter “、。？！”. Flick from side to side to enter a space, ・, ～, …, 「, 」, (, and ). Move the cursor*1 to the left.
Entering Characters on the 12 key Keyboard Icon Description Appears before conversion is fixed to switch conversion methods (Word suggestion, Direct conversion). Japanese characters can be entered in Kana input mode. Display the previous character (opposite order). Appears after conversion is fixed to return to text before conversion. <12 key keyboard> Move the cursor*1 to the left. Long-touch to move continuously. Or change the range for conversion.
*2 In some screens such as the search box or mail account registration screen, 次へ (Next), 完了 (Done), 実行 (Execute), etc. appear. ■ Flick input Flick up/down/left/right to enter characters in each column of kana syllabary. Characters can be entered without repeatedly tapping the key. Example: Entering characters in "な" column You can enter "な" only by tapping. Flick left for "に", up for "ぬ", right for "ね" and down for "の".
Entering Characters on the Japanese Syllabary Keyboard Icon Move the cursor*1 to the left. Long-touch to move continuously. Or change the range for conversion. You can use the software keys arranged according to the Japanese syllabary to enter Japanese characters in Kana input mode. Move the cursor*1 to the right. Long-touch to move continuously. Or change the range for conversion.
Dialing from the Contacts Contacts Saving a Contact In the Contacts application, you can enter your information for your personal contacts, for example, phone numbers, mail addresses and web service accounts. 1 From the Home screen, → Contacts • The first time you open Contacts, a setup wizard starts. In the setup wizard, you can load contacts from microSD memory card, or synchronize your Google account and the IS12S contacts. • To use Contacts, tap Open phonebook.
Mail With IS12S, you can use the following types of mail. ■ C-mail C-mail is a service that uses phone numbers as addresses to send or receive messages between cell phones. ■ PC-mail By using Email application, you can create an email account such as an au One email account, an Exchange ActiveSync account, a POP3 or IMAP compatible email account provided by general service provider, etc. to send and receive email like a PC.
Reading Received C-mail Messages 1 Receive C-mail. • When receiving C-mail from the C-mail center is completed, appears in the status bar. 2 Slide the status bar downward. 3 Tap the C-mail information you want to check. • C-mail is available for only receiving overseas. • There is no charge for receiving C-mail. • Deactivate C-mail safety block setting to receive C-mails that contain phone numbers or URLs in the message text.
■ Sending PC-mail Messages Using Gmail 1 Email screen → New mail 2 To → Enter a recipient. 3 Subject → Enter a subject. 4 Enter a message text. 5 If necessary, Add attachment → Select an Gmail is a mail service provided by Google. You can check, send and receive Gmail from the IS12S. • You need a Google account to use Gmail. For detailed information, see "Setting Google Account" (P.11). • Gmail contacts are synchronized with the IS12S contacts. • For details on how to use etc.
Camera You can take a photo or record a movie either by tapping the screen or by using the camera key (k). You can hold the camera horizontally or vertically to take a photo. For recording movies, screen display supports landscape only. Photo Taking Tips Setting Image Size for Photo Select image size and aspect ratio. An image with a higher resolution requires more memory. 1 Photo monitor screen → t → Resolution 2 6MP 16:9 6 megapixel image size with 16:9 aspect ratio.
Taking a Photo 1 k (hold down for at least one second) • Tap to switch between the photo monitor screen and movie monitor screen. m: Zoom in/out 2k • Shutter clicks and the shot image is automatically saved in the microSD card. • Recorded images are displayed as thumbnails on the photo monitor screen. Tap a thumbnail to display the photo. ■ Tapping a Screen to Shoot If Touch capturing is set to on, you can directly tap the screen to shoot. 1 Photo monitor screen → Tap the screen.
Web Browser Moving to a Web Page You can use a browser to view web pages just as you can on a PC. 1 Browser screen → Tap the search box. 2 Enter URL or search keywords. 3 Select an item from the list/ [ ] in the search Displaying a Web Page 4 To return to the previous page, press x. 1 From the Home screen, Browser Using Windows Viewing Sites with Web Browser • You can view the browser screen turning the IS12S sideways.
2 Enter search keywords in the search bar. • As you enter, matching characters are highlighted in green. 3 4 to return to the previous matched item/ to go to the next matched item. to close the search bar. You can check browser history and save bookmarks. 1 Browser screen → t → Bookmarks 2 Tap a bookmark you want to open.
TV (1Seg) "1Seg", a mobile terrestrial digital television service in Japan, is available on the IS12S. ■ Using the TV Antenna Extend the antenna to receive stronger airwaves, when watching TV (1Seg). Stretch out the whip antenna until it stops. Whip antenna can be rotated by 360 degrees. Use the antenna in the direction you can receive a stronger airwaves. Make channel setting when you activate 1Seg for the first time. After setting is complete, you can watch TV (1Seg) programs.
Basic Operations Switching orientation Portrait and landscape display are switched according to the orientation of the cell phone. Data broadcasting is displayed when in the portrait display mode. Volume adjustment Use m to adjust volume. Switching channels Flick the video image to the left/right to switch channels. Exit 1Seg Press x while watching 1Seg.
Applications Using Android Market With Android Market, you can directly access to useful applications or games, which you can download and install on the IS12S. And you can send feedback and comments about an application, or report objectionable application or incompatible application with the IS12S as an inappropriate content. • To use Android Market, you need to set a Google account. For detailed information, see "Setting Google Account" (P.11). • Some applications or games you can download are charged.
1 Setting screen → Applications → Mark Unknown sources. 2 Read the cautions appeared → OK. ■ Deleting Installed Applications Before deleting installed applications, back up contents related to the application that you want to save including data saved in the application. Some applications cannot be deleted. 1 Settings screen → Applications → Manage applications 2 Tap an application to uninstall.
Viewing the Setting Menu Item Setting Applications Make settings for installing or activating applications. And manage installed applications. Starting the Setting Menu Accounts & sync Make basic settings for managing online service accounts or synchronizing data. 1 From the Home screen, t → Settings Privacy Restore the default settings. ■ Setting Menu List Storage Check memory space of microSD memory card and the IS12S, and initialize microSD memory card.
Troubleshooting Possible Cause/Remedy Symptom Cannot turn on power by pressing p. Cannot make calls. Cannot receive calls. Troubleshooting 44 (out of range indicator) appears. Key/Touch panel operation is disable.
Possible Cause/Remedy Symptom Cannot operate the touch panel as intended. Page Make sure the way to operate the touch panel. Are you operating with gloved hands? 13 Are you operating with a fingernail or foreign object on the screen? A warning to charge appears. The battery is almost exhausted. 9 Calls are answered automatically.
Index Numeric 12 key keyboard… …………………………………………… 28 1Seg… ………………………………………………………… 39 A Accessories… …………………………………………………… 6 Android Market………………………………………………… 41 Applications… ………………………………………………… 41 Applications screen…………………………………………… 18 B Battery pack…………………………………………………… 6,9 Battery pack cover… …………………………………………… 7 Bookmarks… ………………………………………………… 38 C Index 46 C-mail…………………………………………………………… C-mail safety block… ……………………………………… Creating and sending… …………………………………… Reading… …………………………………………………… Received mail
I Icons… ………………………………………………………… Incoming history… …………………………………………… Initial settings… ……………………………………………… International call… …………………………………………… N 15 22 11 21 Names of parts…………………………………………………… 7 Notification icons… …………………………………………… 15 Notification LED… …………………………………………… 16 Notification panel……………………………………………… 17 J O Japanese syllabary keyboard………………………………… 30 Outgoing history… …………………………………………… 22 Own phone number…………………………………………… 11 K Key lock………………………………………………………… 10 L Language… ………………………………………………
R Ringtone……………………………………………………… 23 S Security code… ………………………………………………… 3 Setting menu…………………………………………………… 43 Silent mode… ………………………………………………… 22 Sound volume… ……………………………………………… 23 Status bar… …………………………………………………… 15 Status icons… ………………………………………………… 16 T Touch Panel… ………………………………………………… Basic operations… ………………………………………… Troubleshooting… …………………………………………… Turning on/off power… ……………………………………… TV (1Seg)… …………………………………………………… Antenna… …………………………………………………… Basic operations… ………………………………………… Initial setting
Radio Wave Exposure and Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Information ★Mobile Phone GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900& UMTS/HSPA Bands1/5 ■ United States & Canada THIS PHONE MODEL HAS BEEN CERTIFIED IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE GOVERNMENT’S REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES. The IS12S mobile phones have been designed to comply with applicable safety requirements for exposure to radio waves. Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver.
Telecommunications & Internet Association (CTIA) website at http://www.ctia.org. For more information on SAR, please refer to the safety chapter in the User’s Guide. * In the United States and Canada, the SAR limit for mobile phones used by the public is 1.6 watts/kilogram (W/kg) averaged over one gram of tissue. The standard incorporates a margin of safety to give additional protection for the public and to account for any variations in measurements.
difference in safety based on difference in SAR value. Products with radio transmitters sold in the US must be certified by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). When required, tests are performed when the phone is placed at the ear and when worn on the body. For body-worn operation, the phone has been tested when positioned a minimum of 15 mm from the body without any metal parts in the vicinity of the phone or when properly used with an appropriate Sony Ericsson accessory and worn on the body.
Children unqualified battery may present a risk of fire, explosion, leakage or other hazard. Warning! Keep out of the reach of children. Do not allow children to play with mobile phones or accessories. They could hurt themselves or others. Products may contain small parts that could become detached and create a choking hazard. Personal medical devices Mobile phones may affect implanted medical equipment. Reduce risk of interference by keeping a minimum distance of 22cm (8.
that functionality may be reduced or prevented in certain environments such as building interiors or areas adjacent to buildings. Caution: Do not use GPS functionality in a manner which causes distraction from driving. Emergency calls Calls cannot be guaranteed under all conditions. Never rely solely upon mobile phones for essential communication. Calls may not be possible in all areas, on all networks, or when certain network services and/or phone features are used.
Memory Card If the product comes complete with a removable memory card, it is generally compatible with the handset purchased but may not be compatible with other devices or the capabilities of their memory cards. Check other devices for compatibility before purchase or use. If the product is equipped with a memory card reader, check memory card compatibility before purchase or use. Memory cards are generally formatted prior to shipping. To reformat the memory card, use a compatible device.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any change or modification not expressly approved by Sony Ericsson 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Declaration of Conformity for CDMA SOI12 We, Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB of Nya Vattentornet SE-221 88 Lund, Sweden declare under our sole responsibility that our product Sony Ericsson type AAH-5880016-BV and in combination with our accessories, to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the appropriate standards EN 301 511:V9.0.2, EN 301 489-7:V1.3.1, EN 301 908-1:V4.2.1, EN 301 908-2:V4.2.1, EN 301 489-24:V1.5.1, EN 300 440-2:V1.4.1, EN 301 489-3:V1.4.1, EN 300 328: V1.7.
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