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User Guide

User guideXperia™ Z3 DualD6683
ContentsGetting started...............................................................................7About this User guide........................................................................7Overview............................................................................................7Assembly...........................................................................................8Starting your device for the first time...............................................10Why do I need a Google™ account?...............................................11Charging your device.......................................................................11Multiple user accounts.....................................................................12Learning the basics......................................................................15Using the touchscreen.....................................................................15Locking and unlocking the screen...................................................17Home screen....................................................................................17Application screen...........................................................................19Navigating applications....................................................................20Small apps.......................................................................................21Widgets............................................................................................22Shortcuts and folders......................................................................22Background and themes..................................................................23Taking a screenshot.........................................................................24Recording your screen.....................................................................24Notifications.....................................................................................25Icons in the status bar.....................................................................27Application overview........................................................................29Downloading applications............................................................31Downloading applications from Google Play™...............................31Downloading applications from other sources................................31Internet and networks..................................................................32Browsing the web............................................................................32Internet and MMS settings ..............................................................32Wi-Fi®..............................................................................................33Sharing your mobile data connection..............................................35Controlling data usage.....................................................................36Selecting a SIM card for data traffic................................................37Selecting mobile networks...............................................................38Virtual private networks (VPNs)........................................................38Synchronising data on your device..............................................40Synchronising with online accounts................................................40Synchronising with Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®.................40Synchronising with Outlook® using a computer.............................412This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Basic settings...............................................................................42Accessing settings...........................................................................42Sound, ringtone and volume............................................................42Managing notifications.....................................................................43SIM card protection.........................................................................44Using multiple SIM cards.................................................................45Screen settings................................................................................46Daydream.........................................................................................47Screen lock......................................................................................47Language settings............................................................................48Date and time...................................................................................48X-Reality™ for mobile......................................................................49Super-vivid mode.............................................................................49Enhancing the sound output............................................................49Noise cancellation............................................................................50Typing text...................................................................................51On-screen keyboard........................................................................51Phonepad.........................................................................................52Entering text using voice input........................................................52Editing text.......................................................................................53Calling..........................................................................................54Making calls.....................................................................................54Receiving calls.................................................................................55Smart call handling..........................................................................57Ongoing calls...................................................................................57Using the call log.............................................................................58Forwarding calls...............................................................................58Restricting calls................................................................................59Multiple calls....................................................................................60Conference calls..............................................................................60Voicemail..........................................................................................61Emergency calls...............................................................................61Contacts.......................................................................................62Transferring contacts.......................................................................62Searching and viewing contacts......................................................63Adding and editing contacts............................................................64Adding medical and emergency contact information......................65Favourites and groups.....................................................................66Sending contact information............................................................67Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application...................67Backing up contacts........................................................................673This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Messaging and chat.....................................................................69Reading and sending messages......................................................69Organising your messages..............................................................70Calling from a message...................................................................71Messaging settings..........................................................................71Instant messaging and video chat...................................................71Email.............................................................................................72Setting up email...............................................................................72Sending and receiving email messages..........................................72Organising your email messages.....................................................73Email account settings.....................................................................74Gmail™............................................................................................74Music............................................................................................76Transferring music to your device...................................................76Listening to music............................................................................76Walkman® home screen menu.......................................................77Playlists............................................................................................78Sharing music..................................................................................79Enhancing the sound.......................................................................79Visualiser .........................................................................................79Recognising music with TrackID™..................................................80FM radio.......................................................................................82Listening to the radio.......................................................................82Favourite radio channels..................................................................83Sound settings.................................................................................83Camera.........................................................................................84Taking photos and recording videos...............................................84Face detection.................................................................................85Using Smile Shutter™ to capture smiling faces..............................85Adding the geographical position to your photos...........................86General camera settings..................................................................86Still camera settings.........................................................................91Video camera settings.....................................................................95Photos and videos in Album........................................................98Viewing photos and videos..............................................................98Sharing and managing photos and videos......................................99Editing photos with the Photo editor application...........................100Editing videos with the Movie Creator application........................101Hiding photos and videos..............................................................101Album home screen menu.............................................................102Viewing your photos on a map......................................................1034This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Videos........................................................................................105Watching videos in the Movies application...................................105Transferring video content to your device.....................................106Managing video content................................................................106Movie Creator................................................................................107Video Unlimited service.................................................................107Connectivity...............................................................................108Mirroring the screen of your device on a TV using a cable............108Mirroring the screen of your device wirelessly on a TV.................108Sharing content with DLNA Certified™ devices............................109Connecting your device to USB mass storage devices................111Connecting your device to a DUALSHOCK™ series wirelesscontroller........................................................................................112NFC................................................................................................112Bluetooth® wireless technology....................................................114One-touch setup............................................................................116Smart apps and features that save you time.............................117Controlling accessories and settings with Smart Connect............117Using your device as a fitness hub with ANT+™...........................119Using your device as a wallet........................................................119Travel and maps.........................................................................120Using location services..................................................................120Google Maps™ and navigation.....................................................120Using data traffic when travelling..................................................121Using your device with a car infotainment system........................121Airplane mode................................................................................122Calendar and alarm clock..........................................................123Calendar.........................................................................................123Alarm and clock.............................................................................124Support and maintenance..........................................................126Support for your device.................................................................126Computer tools..............................................................................126Updating your device.....................................................................127Finding a lost device .....................................................................128Finding the identification number of your device...........................129Battery and power management...................................................130Memory and storage......................................................................131Managing files using a computer...................................................132Backing up and restoring content.................................................133Running diagnostic tests on your device.......................................135Restarting and resetting.................................................................136Using your device in wet and dusty conditions.............................1375This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Recycling your device....................................................................138Limitations to services and features..............................................138Legal information...........................................................................1396This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Getting startedAbout this User guideThis is the Xperia™ Z3 Dual User guide for the Android™ 5.0 software version. Ifyou're not sure which software version your device is running, you can check it viathe Settings menu. For more information about software updates, see Updating yourdevice on page 127.To check the current software version of your device1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > About phone > Android version.Overview1 Charging/Notification light2 Headset jack3 Second microphone4 Proximity/Light sensor5 Ear speaker/Second speaker6 Front camera lens7 Nano SIM card slot cover8 Power key9 Volume/Zoom key10 Camera key11 Main microphone/Speaker7This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
12 Wi-Fi/Bluetooth antenna area13 Main camera lens14 Camera light15 GPS antenna area16 Cover for charger/USB port and memory card slot17 NFC™ detection area18 Charging dock connector19 Strap holeNFC payments are only supported when an NFC-enabled SIM card is inserted in the lowerSIM card slot, which is indicated by the number "1". Make sure you position the NFC-enabledSIM card properly in the holder before you insert the holder into the slot.AssemblyYour device only supports nano SIM cards.8This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Make sure you insert the nano SIM card into the nano SIM card holder before inserting it intothe device. Also, don’t confuse the nano SIM card slot with the memory card slot.To insert the nano SIM cardsIf you insert a nano SIM card while the device is powered on, the device restarts automatically.1Detach the nano SIM card slot cover.2Using a fingernail or other similar object, drag out the nano SIM card holder (orholders).3Place the nano SIM card (or cards) in the relevant nano SIM card holder, thenreinsert the holder.4Re-attach the cover.Make sure you reinsert each nano SIM card holder in the correct orientation. When you drag aholder out to insert a nano SIM card, do not turn the holder around.To insert the memory card1Remove the memory card slot cover.2Insert the memory card into the memory card slot, then re-attach the memorycard slot cover.9This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To remove the nano SIM cards1Detach the nano SIM card slot cover.2Using a fingernail or other similar object, drag out the nano SIM card holdersfrom their slots.3Remove the nano SIM cards.4Insert the nano SIM card holders back into their slots.5Re-attach the nano SIM card slot cover.To remove the memory card1Turn off the device, or unmount the memory card from Settings > Storage >Unmount SD card.2Remove the cover of the memory card slot, then press against the edge of thememory card and release it.3Draw the card outwards to remove it fully.Starting your device for the first timeThe first time you start your device, a setup guide opens to help you configure basicsettings, sign in to online accounts and personalise your device. For example, if you10This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
have a Sony Entertainment Network account, you can sign in to it here and get set upstraight away.You can also access the setup guide later from the Settings menu. To access the setup guideon a device with multiple users, you must be logged in as the owner, that is, the primary user.To turn on the deviceMake sure that the battery is charged for at least 30 minutes before you turn on the device forthe first time.1Press and hold down the power key until the device vibrates.2Enter your SIM card PIN when requested, then tap .3Wait a while for the device to start.To turn off the device1Press and hold down the power key until the options menu opens.2In the options menu, tap Power off.It may take a while for the device to shut down.Why do I need a Google™ account?Your Xperia™ device from Sony runs on the Android™ platform developed byGoogle™. A range of Google™ applications and services is available on your devicewhen you purchase it, for example, Gmail™, Google Maps™, YouTube™ and GooglePlay™, the online store for downloading Android™ applications. To get the most outof these services, you need a Google™ account. For example, a Google™ account ismandatory if you want to:•Download and install applications from Google Play™.•Synchronise email, contacts and the calendar.•Chat with friends using the Hangouts™ application.•Synchronise your browsing history and bookmarks.For more information about Android™ and Google™, go towww.sonymobile.com/support.To set up a Google™ account on your device1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Accounts > Add account > Google.3Follow the registration wizard to create a Google™ account, or sign in if youalready have an account.You can also sign in to or create a Google™ account from the setup guide the first time youstart your device. Or you can go online and create an account at www.google.com/accounts.Charging your deviceYour device has an embedded, rechargeable battery that should be replaced only bySony or an authorised Sony repair centre. You should never try to open or take apart11This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
this device yourself. Opening the device can cause damage that will void yourwarranty.The battery is partly charged when the device is shipped from the factory. Dependingon how long it was in the box before you purchased it, the battery level may be quitelow. It is therefore recommended that you charge the battery for at least 30 minutesbefore starting up your device for the first time. You can still use your device while itis charging. Read more about how to improve the battery performance in Battery andpower management on page 130.To charge your device1Plug the charger into a power outlet.2Plug one end of the USB cable into the charger (or into the USB port of acomputer).3Plug the other end of the cable into the micro USB port on your device, withthe USB symbol facing up. The notification light illuminates when chargingbegins.4When the device is fully charged, disconnect the cable from your device bypulling it straight outwards. Make sure not to bend the connector.If the battery is completely discharged, it may take a few minutes before the notification lightilluminates and the charging icon appears.Battery notification light statusGreen The battery charge level is greater than 90%Flashing red The battery is charging and the battery charge level is less than 15%Orange The battery is charging and the battery charge level is less than 90%Multiple user accountsYour device supports multiple user accounts so that different users can log inseparately to the device and use it. Multiple user accounts work well in situationswhere you share the same device with other people or lend your device to someoneto use for a while. The user who sets up the device for the first time becomes theowner of the device. Only the owner can manage the accounts of other users. Apartfrom the owner account, there are two different types of accounts:•Regular User: This account type is suitable for someone who regularly uses yourdevice.12This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
•Guest User: Enable the guest account option for someone who just wants to use yourdevice temporarily.Some features are only available to the owner. For example, only the owner can access the SDcard.About the Regular User accountBy adding Regular User accounts, you can allow different users to have differenthome screens, wallpapers and general settings. They also get separate access toapplications and memory storage for files such as music and photos. You can add upto three regular user accounts on your device.To add a regular user account1Make sure you are logged in as the owner, that is, the user who set up thedevice for the first time.2From your Home screen, tap .3Find and tap Settings > Users > Add user.4Tap OK > Set up now. The screen locks and an icon representing the newlyadded user appears in the top right corner.5Unlock the screen, for example, by swiping or entering your PIN.6Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the procedure.You can also add a regular user account from the status bar on any screen. Just drag thestatus bar downwards using two fingers and tap the user icon, then tap Add user.To allow a regular user to make phone calls and use SMS1Make sure you are logged in as the owner.2From your Home screen, tap .3Find and tap Settings > Users.4Tap beside the name of the relevant user, then drag the slider beside Allowphone calls and SMS to the right.To delete a regular user account from your device1Make sure you are logged in as the owner.2From your Home screen, tap .3Find and tap Settings > Users.4Tap beside the name of the user that you want to delete, then tap Removeuser > Delete .About the Guest User accountIf someone just wants to use your device temporarily, you can enable a guestaccount for this user. In guest mode, your device starts up as a freshly installedsystem with only the pre-installed apps. Once your guest is finished using yourdevice, you can wipe the session clean so that the next guest can start fresh. Theguest user account is pre-installed and cannot be deleted.To set up the guest user account1Make sure you are logged in as the owner, that is, the user who set up thedevice for the first time.2From your Home screen, tap .3Find and tap Settings > Users > Guest.4Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the procedure.You can also set up a guest user account from the status bar on any screen. Just drag thestatus bar downwards using two fingers and tap the user icon, then tap Add guest.13This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To allow the guest user to make phone calls1Make sure you are logged in as the owner.2From your Home screen, tap .3Find and tap Settings > Users.4Tap beside Guest, then drag the slider beside Allow phone calls to the right.To clear the guest session data1Make sure you are logged in as a guest user.2From your Home screen, tap .3Find and tap Settings > Users.4Find and tap Remove guest.5Tap Remove.You can also clear the guest session from the status bar on any screen. Just drag the statusbar downwards using two fingers and tap the user icon, then tap Remove guest.Switching between multiple user accountsTo switch between multiple user accounts1To view the list of users, drag the status bar downwards using two fingers,then tap the user icon at the top right of the screen.2Tap the icon representing the user account that you want to switch to.3If a password has been set for the account, enter this password to log in.Otherwise, just unlock the screen.When you switch to the guest account, tap Start over if you want to wipe the previous sessionor tap Yes, continue to continue the previous session.Settings for multiple user accountsThere are three different types of settings on devices with multiple users:•Settings that can be changed by any user and affect all users. Examples includelanguage, Wi-Fi®, Airplane mode, NFC and Bluetooth®.•Settings that only affect an individual user account. Examples include automatic datasyncing, screen lock, various accounts added, and wallpaper.•Settings that are only visible to the owner and affect all users, for example, VPNsettings.14This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Learning the basicsUsing the touchscreenTapping•Open or select an item.•Mark or unmark a checkbox or option.•Enter text using the on-screen keyboard.Touching and holding•Move an item.•Activate an item-specific menu.•Activate selection mode, for example, to select several items from a list.15This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Pinching and spreading•Zoom in or out on web pages, photos, maps or when you are taking photos andshooting videos.Swiping•Scroll up or down a list.•Scroll left or right, for example, between Home screen panes.16This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Flicking•Scroll quickly, for example, in a list or on a web page. You can stop the scrollingmovement by tapping the screen.Locking and unlocking the screenWhen your device is on and left idle for a set period of time, the screen darkens tosave battery power and locks automatically. This lock prevents unwanted actions onthe touchscreen when you are not using it. When you buy your device, a basic screenswipe lock is already set. This means that you have to swipe upwards on the screento unlock it. You can change the security settings later and add other kinds of locks.See Screen lock on page 47.To activate the screen•Briefly press the power key .To lock the screen•When the screen is active, briefly press the power key .Home screenThe Home screen is the starting point for using your device. It's similar to the desktopon a computer screen. Your Home screen can have up to seven panes, which extendbeyond the regular screen display width. The number of Home screen panes isrepresented by a series of dots at the lower part of the Home screen. The highlighteddot shows the pane that you are currently in.17This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To go to the Home screen•Press .To browse the Home screenHome screen panesYou can add new panes to your Home screen (up to a maximum of seven panes) anddelete panes. You can also set the pane that you want to use as the main Homescreen pane.To set a pane as the main Home screen pane1Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates.2Flick left or right to browse to the pane that you want to set as your main Homescreen pane, then tap .To add a pane to your Home screen1Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates.2Flick left or right to browse the panes, then tap .18This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To delete a pane from your Home screen1Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates.2Flick left or right to browse to the pane that you want to delete, then tap .Home screen settingsUse the Home Settings shortcut to adjust some basic settings on your Home screen.For example, you can set your Home screen to auto rotate and adjust the size oficons.To set your Home screen to auto rotate1Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates,then tap Home Settings.2Drag the slider beside Auto rotation to the right.To adjust the size of icons on your Home screen1Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates,then tap Home Settings.2Tap Icon size, then select an option.Application screenThe Application screen, which you open from the Home screen, contains theapplications that come pre-installed on your device as well as applications that youdownload.To view all applications on the Application screen1From your Home screen, tap .2Flick left or right on the Application screen.To open an application from the Application screen•Flick left or right to find the application, and then tap the application.To search for an application from the Application screen1When the Application screen is open, tap .2Enter the name of the application that you want to search for.To open the Application screen menu•When the Application screen is open, drag the left edge of the screen to theright.19This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To move an application on the Application screen1To open the Application screen menu, drag the left edge of the Applicationscreen to the right.2Make sure that Own order is selected under SHOW APPS.3Touch and hold the application until it magnifies and the device vibrates, thendrag it to the new location.To add an application shortcut to the Home screen1From the Application screen, touch and hold an application icon until thescreen vibrates, then drag the icon to the top of the screen. The Home screenopens.2Drag the icon to the desired location on the Home screen, then release yourfinger.To arrange applications on the Application screen1To open the Application screen menu, drag the left edge of the Applicationscreen to the right.2Select the desired option under SHOW APPS.To uninstall an application from the Application screen1To open the Application screen menu, drag the left edge of the Applicationscreen to the right.2Tap Uninstall. All uninstallable applications are indicated by .3Tap the application that you want to uninstall, then tap OK.Navigating applicationsYou can navigate between applications using the navigation keys, the favourites bar,and the recently used applications window, which lets you switch easily between allrecently used applications. Some applications are closed when you press to exitwhile others are paused or continue to run in the background. If the application ispaused or runs in the background, you can continue where you left off the next timeyou open the application.1 Recently used applications window – Open a recently used application2 Favourites bar – Use a shortcut to access applications or widgets3 Task navigation key – Open the recently used applications window and the favourites bar4 Home navigation key – Exit an application and go back to the Home screen5 Back navigation key – Go back to the previous screen within an application or close the application20This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To open the recently used applications window•Press .To open a menu in an application•While using the application, press .A menu is not available in all applications.Small appsSmall apps are miniature apps that run on top of other applications on the samescreen, to enable multi-tasking. For example, you can have a webpage open showingdetails of currency exchange rates and then open the Calculator small app on top ofit and perform calculations. You can access your small apps via the favourites bar. Todownload more small apps, go to Google Play™.To open a small app1To make the favourites bar appear, press .2Tap the small app that you want to open.You can open several small apps at the same time.To close a small app•Tap on the small app window.To download a small app1From the favourites bar, tap , then tap and tap .2Search for the small app that you want to download, then follow theinstructions to download it and complete the installation.To move a small app•When the small app is open, touch and hold the top left corner of the smallapp, then move it to the desired location.To minimise a small app•When the small app is open, touch and hold the top left corner of the smallapp, then drag it to the right edge or to the bottom edge of the screen.To rearrange the small apps in the favourites bar•Touch and hold a small app and drag it to the desired position.To remove a small app from the favourites bar1Touch and hold a small app, then drag it to .2Tap OK.To restore a previously removed small app1Open the favourites bar, then tap .2Touch and hold the small app that you want to restore, then drag it into thefavourites bar.To add a widget as a small app1To make the favourites bar appear, press .2Tap > > .3Select a widget.4Enter a name for the widget, if desired, then tap OK.21This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
WidgetsWidgets are small applications that you can use directly on your Home screen. Theyalso function as shortcuts. For example, the Weather widget allows you to see basicweather information directly on your Home screen. But when you tap the widget, thefull Weather application opens. You can download additional widgets from GooglePlay™.To add a widget to the Home screen1Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates,then tap Widgets & Apps.2Find and tap the widget that you want to add.To resize a widget1Touch and hold a widget until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then releasethe widget. If the widget can be resized, for example, the Calendar widget,then a highlighted frame and resizing dots appear.2Drag the dots inward or outward to shrink or expand the widget.3To confirm the new size of the widget, tap anywhere on the Home screen.To move a widget•Touch and hold the widget until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then dragit to the new location.To delete a widget•Touch and hold the widget until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then dragit to .Shortcuts and foldersUse shortcuts and folders to manage your applications and keep your Home screentidy.22This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
1 Access an application using a shortcut2 Access a folder containing applicationsTo add an application shortcut to your Home screen1Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibratesand the customisation menu appears.2In the customisation menu, tap Widgets & Apps.3Scroll through the list of applications and select an application. The selectedapplication gets added to the Home screen.In step 3, alternatively, you can tap Shortcuts and then select an application from the listavailable. If you use this method to add shortcuts, some of the applications available allowyou to add specific functionality to the shortcut.To move an item on the Home screen•Touch and hold the item until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then dragthe item to the new location.To delete an item from the Home screen•Touch and hold an item until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then drag theitem to .To create a folder on the Home screen•Touch and hold an application icon or a shortcut until it magnifies and thedevice vibrates, then drag and drop it on top of another application icon orshortcut.To add items to a folder on the Home screen•Touch and hold an item until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then drag theitem to the folder.To rename a folder on the Home screen1Tap the folder to open it.2Tap the folder's title bar to show the Folder name field.3Enter the new folder name and tap Done.Background and themesYou can adapt the Home screen to your own style using wallpapers and differentthemes.23This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To change your Home screen wallpaper1Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates.2Tap Wallpapers and select an option.To set a theme1Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates.2Tap Themes.3Select an option and follow the instructions in your device.When you change a theme, the background also changes in some applications.Taking a screenshotYou can capture still images of any screen on your device as a screenshot.Screenshots you take are automatically saved in Album.To take a screenshot1Press and hold down the power key until a prompt window appears.2Tap You can also take the screenshot by pressing the power key and volume down key at thesame time until you hear a clicking sound.To view your screenshot•Drag the status bar fully downwards, then tap the screenshot you want to view.You can also view your screenshots by opening the Album application.Recording your screenYou can use the screen recording feature to capture videos of what’s happening onyour device’s screen. This feature is useful, for example, when you want to createtutorials or record videos of you playing a game on your device. Recorded video clipsare automatically saved in Album.1 Minimise/Resume the record screen window2 Record your screen3 Record your screen when the front camera is activated24This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
4 Access the screen recording settings5 Close the screen recording windowTo record your screen1Press and hold down the power key until a prompt window appears.2Tap .3When the record screen window is open, tap . The timer for recordingappears.4To stop the screen recording, tap the timer, then tap .To record your screen when the front camera is activated1When the record screen window is open, tap to make the front camerascreen recording window appear.2To start recording your screen and video captured by the front camera, tap .3To stop recording, tap the timer, then tap .4To deactivate the front camera screen recording window, tap the timer, thentap .When the front camera screen recording window opens, drag to resize the window and tap to record a still picture.To view the recent screen recordings•After your screen recordings finish, drag the status bar downwards, then tap toview the most recent recordings of your screen.You can also view your screen recordings in the Album application.NotificationsNotifications inform you of events such as new messages and calendar notificationsas well as activities in progress such as file downloads. Notifications appear in thefollowing places:•The status bar•The Notification panel•The lock screenTo open or close the Notification panel1To open the Notification panel, drag the status bar downwards.2To close the Notification panel, drag the panel upwards.25This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To take action on a notification in the Notification panel•Tap the notification.To dismiss a notification from the Notification panel•Place your finger on a notification and flick left or right.To clear all notifications from the Notification panel•Tap .To take action on a notification from the lock screen•Double-tap the notification.To dismiss a notification from the lock screen•Place your finger on a notification and flick left or right.To expand a notification on the Notification panel•Drag the notification downwards.Not all notifications are expandable.To expand a notification on the lock screen•Drag the notification downwards.Not all notifications are expandable.Quick settings for interruptionsThere are three modes available for interruptions on your device: Silent, Priority andSound. Within each mode, you can determine how and when notifications caninterrupt you, if at all. For example, you can set your device to only show you prioritynotifications during the hours you’re at work or block all notifications while you’retaking a nap. You can get quick access to the basic interruption and sound settingsby pressing the volume key up or down.1Silent – All interruptions get blocked, including alarms. There is no sound when alarms go off2Priority – Only allow priority interruptions3Sound – Allow all interruptionsTo set priority interruptions1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Interruptions.For more information about settings for notifications and interruptions, see Managingnotifications on page 43.Notification lightThe notification light informs you about battery status and some other events. Forexample, a flashing white light means there is a new message or a missed call. Thenotification light is enabled by default but can be disabled manually.26This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
When the notification light is disabled, it only lights up when there is a battery status warning,for example, when the battery level goes below 15 percent.To enable the notification light1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification .3Drag the slider beside Notification light to the right.Icons in the status barStatus iconsSignal strengthNo signalRoamingSending and downloading LTE dataSending and downloading GPRS dataSending and downloading EDGE dataSending and downloading 3G dataSending and downloading mobile dataA Wi-Fi® connection is enabled and data is being transmittedBattery statusThe battery is chargingSTAMINA mode is activatedLow battery mode is activatedAirplane mode is activatedThe Bluetooth® function is activatedSIM card errorSIM card 1 is insertedSIM card 2 is insertedThe microphone is mutedThe speakerphone is onSilent modeOnly allow priority interruptionsVibrate modeAn alarm is setGPS is activatedSynchronisation is ongoing27This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Problem with sign-in or synchronisationYour device is ready to connect to supported ANT+™ devicesDepending on your service provider, network and/or region, the functions or servicesrepresented by some icons in this list may not be available.To manage status bar icons1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Personalization> Status bar icons.3Mark the checkboxes for the system icons that you want to appear in thestatus bar.Notification iconsNew text message or multimedia messageMissed callCall on holdCall forwarding is turned onNew voicemail messageNew email messageDownloading dataUploading dataMobile data is disabledPerform a basic setup of your deviceA software update is availableSystem updates are availableDownloading system updatesTap to install the downloaded system updatesScreenshot capturedNew Hangouts™ chat message has arrivedVideo chat with friends using the Hangouts™ applicationUpcoming calendar eventA small app is runningSmart Connect is activatedA song is playingThe radio is playingThe device is connected to a computer via a USB cableInternal storage is 75% full. Tap to transfer data to the memory cardWarningError message28This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
More (undisplayed) notificationsNot all icons that may appear in your device are listed here. These icons are for referencepurposes only, and changes may be made without notice.To block an application from sending notifications1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification> App notifications.3Select an application.4Drag the slider beside Block to the right.Application overviewUse the Alarm & clock application to set various kinds of alarms.Use your web browser to navigate and view web pages, manage bookmarks,text and images.Use the Calculator application to perform basic calculations.Use the Calendar application to keep track of events and manage yourappointments.Use the camera to take photos and record video clips.Use the Contacts application to manage phone numbers, email addressesand other information related to your contacts.Access your downloaded applications, documents and pictures.Use the Email application to send and receive emails through both privateand corporate accounts.Use the Facebook™ application to engage in social networking with friends,family members and colleagues around the world.Browse and listen to FM radio stations.Use the Album application to view and to work with your photos and videos.Use the Gmail™ application to read, write and organise email messages.Search for information in your device and on the web.View your current location, find other locations and calculate routes usingGoogle Maps™.Go to Google Play™ to download free and paid applications for your device.Use the Messaging application to send and receive text and multimediamessages.Use the Movies application to play videos on your device and share contentwith your friends.Use the Walkman® application to organise and play music, audio books andpodcasts.View news stories and weather forecasts.Make phone calls by dialling the number manually or by using the smart dialfunction.Use the Video Unlimited application to rent or purchase videos.Optimise settings to suit your own requirements.29This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Use the Hangouts™ application to chat with friends online.Identify music tracks that you hear playing in your surroundings, and getartist, album and other info.Use YouTube™ to share and view videos from around the world.Use the Backup and restore application to back up or restore content on yourdevice, such as contacts, text messages, bookmarks, calendar data,bookmarks, etc.Use the Smart Connect application to set what happens in your device whenyou connect or disconnect an accessory.Use the Support application to access user support in your device. Forexample, you can access a User guide, troubleshooting information, plus tipsand tricks.Some applications are not supported or listed by all networks and/or service providers in allareas.30This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Downloading applicationsDownloading applications from Google Play™Google Play™ is the official online Google store for downloading applications,games, music, movies and books. It includes both free and paid applications. Beforeyou start downloading from Google Play™, make sure that you have a workingInternet connection, preferably over Wi-Fi® to limit data traffic charges.To use Google Play™, you need to have a Google™ account. Google Play™ may not beavailable in all countries or regions.To download an application from Google Play™1From the Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Play Store.3Find an item you wish to download by browsing categories, or by using thesearch function.4Tap the item to view its details, and follow the instructions to complete theinstallation.Some applications may need to access data, settings and various functions on your device inorder to work properly. Only install and give permissions to applications that you trust.You can view the permissions granted to a downloaded application by tapping the applicationunder Settings > Apps.Downloading applications from other sourcesWhen your device is set to allow downloads from sources other than Google Play™,you can download applications directly from other websites by following the relevantdownload instructions.Installing applications of unknown or unreliable origin can damage your device. Only downloadapplications from reliable sources. Contact the application provider if you have any questionsor concerns.If you are using a device with multiple users, only the owner, that is, the primary user, canallow downloads from sources other than Google Play™. Changes made by the owner affectall other users.To allow the download of applications from other sources1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Security.3Drag the slider beside Unknown sources to the right.4Tap OK.Some applications may need to access data, settings and various functions on your device inorder to work properly. Only install and give permissions to applications that you trust.You can view the permissions granted to a downloaded application by tapping the applicationunder Settings > Apps.31This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Internet and networksBrowsing the webThe Google Chrome™ web browser for Android™ devices comes pre-installed inmost markets. Go to http://support.google.com/chrome and click the "Chrome forMobile" link to get more detailed information about how to use this web browser.To browse with Google Chrome™1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap .3If you are using Google Chrome™ for the first time, select to either sign in to aGoogle™ account or browse with Google Chrome™ anonymously.4Enter a search term or web address in the search and address field, then tapGo on the keyboard.Internet and MMS settingsTo send multimedia messages, or to access the Internet when there is no availableWi-Fi® network, you must have a working mobile data connection with the correctInternet and MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service) settings. Here are some tips:•For most mobile networks and operators, Internet and MMS settings come pre-installed on your device. You can then start using the Internet and send multimediamessages right away.•In some cases, you get the option to download Internet and MMS settings the firsttime you turn on your device when a SIM card is inserted. It is also possible todownload these settings later from the Settings menu.•You can manually add, change or delete Internet and MMS settings on your device atany time. Contact your network operator for detailed information.•If you cannot access the Internet over a mobile network or if multimedia messaging isnot working, even though the Internet and MMS settings have been downloadedsuccessfully to your device, refer to the troubleshooting tips for your device atwww.sonymobile.com/support/ for network coverage, mobile data, and MMS issues.If you are using a device with multiple users, only the owner, that is, the primary user, candownload Internet and messaging settings from the Settings menu, but the downloadedsettings are applicable to all users.To download Internet and MMS settings1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > More > Internet settings.3Select the SIM card, or SIM cards, for which you want to download Internetand MMS settings.4Tap Accept. Once the settings have been downloaded successfully, appearsin the status bar and mobile data is turned on automatically.If the settings cannot be downloaded to your device, check the signal strength of your mobilenetwork. Move to an open location free from obstructions or get close to a window and thentry again.To add Internet and MMS settings manually1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > More > Mobile networks.3Select a SIM card.4Tap Access Point Names > .5Tap Name and enter a name as desired.6Tap APN and enter the access point name.7Enter all other information as required. If you don’t know what information isrequired, contact your network operator for more details.8When you're done, tap , then tap Save.32This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To view the downloaded Internet and MMS settings1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > More > Mobile networks.3Select a SIM card.4Tap Access Point Names.5To view more details, tap any of the available items.If you have several available connections, the active network connection is indicated by amarked button .Wi-Fi®Use Wi-Fi® connections to surf the Internet, download applications, or send andreceive emails. Once you have connected to a Wi-Fi® network, your deviceremembers the network and automatically connects to it the next time you comewithin range.Some Wi-Fi® networks require you to log in to a web page before you can getaccess. Contact the relevant Wi-Fi® network administrator for more information.Available Wi-Fi® networks may be open or secured:•Open networks are indicated by next to the Wi-Fi® network name.•Secured networks are indicated by next to the Wi-Fi® network name.Some Wi-Fi® networks do not show up in the list of available networks because they do notbroadcast their network name (SSID). If you know the network name, you can add it manuallyto your list of available Wi-Fi® networks.To turn on Wi-Fi®1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.3Tap the on-off switch to turn on the Wi-Fi® function.It may take a few seconds before Wi-Fi® is enabled.To connect to a Wi-Fi® network automatically1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.3Tap the on-off switch to turn on the Wi-Fi function. All available Wi-Fi®networks are displayed.4Tap a Wi-Fi® network to connect to it. For secured networks, enter therelevant password. is displayed in the status bar once you are connected.To search for new available networks, tap , then tap Refresh. If you cannot connect to a Wi-Finetwork successfully, refer to the relevant troubleshooting tips for your device atwww.sonymobile.com/support/.To add a Wi-Fi® network manually1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.3Tap > Add network.4Enter the Network name information.5To select a security type, tap the Security field.6If required, enter a password.7To edit some advanced options such as proxy and IP settings, mark theAdvanced options checkbox and then edit as desired.8Tap Save.Contact your Wi-Fi® network administrator to get the network SSID and password.33This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Increasing Wi-Fi® signal strengthThere are a number of things you can do to increase the strength of a Wi-Fi® signal:•Move your device closer to the Wi-Fi® access point.•Move the Wi-Fi® access point away from any potential obstructions or interference.•Don’t cover the Wi-Fi® antenna area of your device (the highlighted area in theillustration).Wi-Fi® settingsWhen you are connected to a Wi-Fi® network or when there are Wi-Fi® networksavailable in your vicinity, it is possible to view the status of these networks. You canalso enable your device to notify you whenever an open Wi-Fi® network is detected.If you are not connected to a Wi-Fi® network, your device uses a mobile dataconnection to access the Internet (if you have set up and enabled a mobile dataconnection on your device). By adding a Wi-Fi® sleep policy, you can specify whento switch from Wi-Fi® to mobile data.To enable Wi-Fi® network notifications1Turn on Wi-Fi®, if it is not already on.2From your Home screen, tap .3Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.4Tap > Advanced.5Drag the slider beside Network notification to the right.To view detailed information about a connected Wi-Fi® network1From the Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.3Tap the Wi-Fi® network that you are currently connected to. Detailed networkinformation is displayed.To add a Wi-Fi® sleep policy1From the Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.3Tap , then tap Advanced > Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep.4Select an option.WPSWPS (Wi-Fi® Protected Setup) is a computing standard that helps you establishsecure wireless network connections. If you have little background knowledge ofwireless security, WPS makes it easy for you to set up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA)34This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
encryption to secure your network. You can also add new devices to an existingnetwork without entering long passwords.Use one of these methods to enable WPS:•Push button method – simply push a button on a WPS-supported device, forexample, a router.•PIN method – your device creates a random PIN (Personal Identification Number),which you enter on the WPS-supported device.To connect to a Wi-Fi® network using a WPS button1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.3Turn on Wi-Fi® if it is not already on.4Tap > Advanced > WPS Push Button, then press the WPS button on theWPS-supported device.To connect to a Wi-Fi® network using a WPS PIN1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.3Turn on Wi-Fi® if it is not already on.4Tap > Advanced > WPS PIN Entry.5On the WPS-supported device, enter the PIN that appears on your device.Sharing your mobile data connectionYou can share your mobile data connection with other devices in several ways:•USB tethering – share your mobile data connection with a single computer using aUSB cable.•Bluetooth® tethering – share your mobile data connection with up to five otherdevices via Bluetooth®.•Portable Wi-Fi® hotspot – share your mobile data connection simultaneously with upto 10 other devices, including devices that support WPS technology.To share your data connection using a USB cable1Deactivate all USB cable connections to your device.2Using the USB cable that came with your device, connect your device to acomputer.3From your Home screen, tap .4Find and tap Settings > More > Tethering & portable hotspot.5Drag the slider beside USB tethering to the right, then tap OK if prompted. isdisplayed in the status bar once you are connected.6To stop sharing your data connection, drag the slider beside USB tethering tothe left or disconnect the USB cable.You cannot share your device's data connection and SD card over a USB cable at the sametime.35This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To share your mobile data connection with another Bluetooth® device1Make sure that your device and the Bluetooth® device are paired with eachother and that mobile data traffic is activated on your device.2Your device: From your Home screen, tap .3Find and tap Settings > More > Tethering & portable hotspot and then drag theslider beside Bluetooth tethering to the right.4Bluetooth® device: Set up the device so that it obtains its network connectionusing Bluetooth®. If the device is a computer, refer to the relevant instructionsto complete the setup. If the device runs on the Android™ operating system,tap the settings icon beside the name of the device that it is paired with underSettings > Bluetooth > Paired devices, then mark the Internet access checkbox.5Your device: Wait for to appear in the status bar. Once it appears, the setupis complete.6To stop sharing your mobile data connection, drag the slider beside Bluetoothtethering to the left.The Bluetooth tethering function is turned off every time you turn off your device or turn off theBluetooth® function.For more information about pairing and turning on mobile data, see To pair your device withanother Bluetooth® device on page 115 and To add a virtual private network on page 39.To use your device as a portable Wi-Fi® hotspot1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > More > Tethering & portable hotspot.3Tap Portable Wi-Fi hotspot settings > Configure Wi-Fi hotspot.4Enter the Network name information.5To select a security type, tap the Security field. If required, enter a password.6Tap Save.7Tap and drag the slider beside Portable Wi-Fi hotspot to the right.8If prompted, tap OK to confirm. appears in the status bar once the portableWi-Fi® hotspot is active.9To stop sharing your data connection via Wi-Fi®, drag the slider besidePortable Wi-Fi hotspot to the left.To allow a WPS-supported device to use your mobile data connection1Make sure that your device is functioning as a portable Wi-Fi® hotspot.2From your Home screen, tap .3Find and tap Settings > More > Tethering & portable hotspot > Portable Wi-Fihotspot settings.4Drag the slider beside Discoverable to the right.5Under Configure Wi-Fi hotspot, make sure that your portable hotspot issecured by a password.6Tap WPS Push Button, then follow the relevant instructions. Alternatively, tap > WPS PIN Entry, then enter the PIN that appears on the WPS-supporteddevice.To rename or secure your portable hotspot1From the Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > More > Tethering & portable hotspot.3Tap Portable Wi-Fi hotspot settings > Configure Wi-Fi hotspot.4Enter the Network name for the network.5To select a security type, tap the Security field.6If required, enter a password.7Tap Save.Controlling data usageYou can keep track of the amount of data transferred to and from your device overyour mobile data or Wi-Fi® connection during a given period. For example, you can36This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
view the amount of data used by individual applications. For data transferred overyour mobile data connection, you can also set data usage warnings and limits toavoid additional charges.Adjusting data usage settings can help you keep greater control over data usage but cannotguarantee the prevention of additional charges.To turn data traffic on or off1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Data usage.3Select the SIM card that you use for data traffic.4Drag the slider beside Mobile data traffic to turn data traffic on or off.When data traffic is turned off, your device can still establish Wi-Fi®, NFC and Bluetooth®connections.To set a data usage warning1Make sure that mobile data traffic is turned on.2From your Home screen, tap .3Find and tap Settings > Data usage.4Select a SIM card.5To set the warning level, drag the warning line to the desired value. You receivea warning notification when the amount of data traffic approaches the level youset.To set a mobile data usage limit1Make sure that mobile data traffic is turned on.2From your Home screen, tap .3Find and tap Settings > Data usage.4Select a SIM card.5Drag the slider beside Set mobile data limit to the right, then tap OK.6To set the mobile data usage limit, drag the data limit line to the desired value.Once your mobile data usage reaches the set limit, mobile data traffic on your device getsturned off automatically.To control the data usage of individual applications1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Data usage.3Tap the application that you want to control, then drag the slider besideRestrict app background data to the right and tap OK.4To access more specific settings for the application (if available), tap Appsettings and make the desired changes.The performance of individual applications may be affected if you change the related datausage settings.To check your data usage1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Data usage.3Tap , then tap Show Wi‑Fi.4To view information about the amount of data transferred via WI-Fi®, tap theWi-Fi tab.5To view the information about the amount of data transferred via mobile dataconnection, tap the SIM1 tab or the SIM2 tab.Selecting a SIM card for data trafficEither of the two SIM cards inserted in your device can handle data traffic, but onlyone SIM card can be selected to handle data at any given time. You can select the37This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
SIM card to use for data traffic during the initial setup of your device, or you canselect or change it later via the Settings menu.To change the SIM card used for data traffic1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Dual SIM settings > SIM card for data traffic.3Select the SIM card that you want to use for data traffic, then tap OK toconfirm.For higher data speeds, select the SIM card that supports the fastest mobile network, forexample, 3G or LTE.Selecting mobile networksYour device supports the use of two different networks at the same time. You canselect from the following network mode combinations when two SIM cards areinserted in your device:•One LTE network and one GSM network•One WCDMA network and one GSM network•Two GSM networksFor each SIM card, you can set your device to switch automatically between mobilenetworks depending on which mobile networks are available where you are. You canalso manually set your device to use a particular mobile network mode for each SIMcard, for example, WCDMA or GSM.Different status icons are displayed in the status bar depending on the type or modeof network that you are connected to. Refer to Status icons on page 27 to see whatthe different status icons look like.To select a network mode1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > More > Mobile networks.3Select a SIM card.4Tap Preferred network type, then select a network mode.To select another network manually1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > More > Mobile networks.3Select a SIM card.4Tap Network operators.5Tap Search mode, then select Manual.6Select a network.If you select a network manually, your device will not search for other networks, even if youmove out of range of the manually selected network.To activate automatic network selection1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > More > Mobile networks.3Select a SIM card.4Tap Network operators.5Tap Search mode, then select Automatic.Virtual private networks (VPNs)Use your device to connect to virtual private networks (VPNs), which allow you toaccess resources inside a secured local network from a public network. For example,VPN connections are commonly used by corporations and educational institutions forusers who need to access intranets and other internal services when they are outsideof the internal network, for example, when they are travelling.38This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
VPN connections can be set up in many ways, depending on the network. Somenetworks may require you to transfer and install a security certificate on your device.For detailed information about how to set up a connection to your virtual privatenetwork, contact the network administrator of your company or organisation.If you are using a device with multiple users, you may need to log in as the owner, that is, theprimary user, to adjust the settings for VPN.To add a virtual private network1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > More > VPN.3Tap .4Select the type of VPN to add.5Enter your VPN settings.6Tap Save.To connect to a virtual private network1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > More > VPN.3In the list of available networks, tap the VPN that you want to connect to.4Enter the required information.5Tap Connect.To disconnect from a virtual private network1Drag the status bar downwards.2Tap the notification for the VPN connection to turn it off.39This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Synchronising data on your deviceSynchronising with online accountsSynchronise your device with contacts, email, calendar events and other informationfrom online accounts, for example, email accounts such as Gmail™ and ExchangeActiveSync, Facebook™, Flickr™ and Twitter™. You can synchronise dataautomatically for all accounts by activating the auto-sync function. Or you cansynchronise each account manually.To set up an online account for synchronisation1From your Home screen, tap .2Tap Settings > Accounts > Add account, then select the account that you wantto add.3Follow the instructions to create an account, or sign in if you already have anaccount.To synchronise manually with an online account1From your Home screen, tap > Settings > Accounts.2Under Accounts, select the account type, then tap the name of the accountthat you want to synchronise with. A list of items appears showing what can besynchronised with the account.3Tap the items that you want to synchronise.To remove an online account1From your Home screen, tap > Settings > Accounts.2Under Accounts, select the account type, then tap the name of the accountthat you want to remove.3Tap , then tap Remove account.4Tap Remove account again to confirm.Synchronising with Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®Using a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync account, you can access your corporateemail messages, calendar appointments and contacts directly on your device. Aftersetup, you can find your information in the Email, Calendar and Contactsapplications.To set up an EAS account for synchronisation1Make sure that you have your domain and server details, provided by yourcorporate network administrator, available.2From your Home screen, tap .3Tap Settings > Add account > Exchange ActiveSync.4Enter your corporate email address and password.5Tap Next. Your device begins to retrieve your account information. If a failureoccurs, enter the domain and server details for your account manually andthen tap Next.6Tap OK to allow your corporate server to control your device.7Select what data you want to sync with your device, such as contacts andcalendar entries.8If desired, activate the device administrator to allow your corporate server tocontrol certain security features on your device. For example, you can allowyour corporate server to set password rules and set storage encryption.9When the setup is done, enter a name for the corporate account.When you change the login password for an EAS account on your computer, you have to login again to the EAS account on your device.40This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To change the settings of an EAS account1From your Home screen, tap .2Tap Email, then tap .3Tap Settings and select an EAS account, then change the settings of the EASaccount as desired.To set a synchronisation interval for an EAS account1From your Home screen, tap .2Tap Email, then tap .3Tap Settings and select an EAS account.4Tap Check frequency > Check frequency and select an interval option.To remove an EAS account1From your Home screen, tap > Settings > Accounts.2Under Accounts, tap Exchange ActiveSync, then select the EAS account thatyou want to remove.3Tap , then tap Remove account.4Tap Remove account again to confirm.Synchronising with Outlook® using a computerYou can use the Calendar and Contacts applications within the PC Companion andthe Sony Bridge for Mac computer programs to synchronise your device with thecalendar and contacts from your Outlook account.For more information on how to install the PC Companion on a PC or the Sony Bridge for Macapplication on an Apple® Mac® computer, see Computer tools on page 126.To synchronise with your Outlook contacts using a computer1Make sure that the PC Companion application is installed on the PC or theSony Bridge for Mac application is installed on the Apple® Mac® computer.2Computer: Open the PC Companion application or the Sony Bridge for Macapplication.3Click Start to start the Contacts and Contacts Sync applications and follow theon-screen instructions to synchronise your device with your Outlook contacts.To synchronise with your Outlook calendar using a computer1Make sure that the PC Companion application is installed on the PC or theSony Bridge for Mac application is installed on the Apple® Mac® computer.2Computer: Open the PC Companion application or the Sony Bridge for Macapplication.3Click Start to start the Calendar and Calendar Sync applications and follow theon-screen instructions to synchronise your device with your Outlook calendar.41This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Basic settingsAccessing settingsView and change settings for your device from the Settings menu. The Settings menuis accessible from both the Application screen and the Quick settings panel.To open the device settings menu from the Application screen1From your Home screen, tap .2Tap Settings.To view information about your device1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > About phone.To activate the screen using Tap to wake up mode1Make sure that Tap to wake up mode is turned on. To turn it on, tap Settings >Display, then drag the slider beside Tap to wake up to the right.2Double-tap the screen.To open the Quick settings panel•Using two fingers, drag the status bar downwards.To select which settings to display on the Quick settings panel1Using two fingers, drag the status bar downwards, then tap .2In the bar at the top of the screen, touch and hold the icon for the quick settingthat you want to add, then drag and drop it in the lower part of the screen.To rearrange the Quick settings panel1Using two fingers, drag the status bar downwards, then tap .2Touch and hold an icon, then move it to the desired position.Sound, ringtone and volumeYou can adjust the ringtone volume for incoming calls and notifications as well as formusic and video playback.To adjust the volume levels1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification.3Drag the volume sliders to the desired positions.You can also press the volume key up or down to adjust the ringtone and media playbackvolume levels even when the screen is locked.To set your device to vibrate for incoming calls1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification.3Drag the slider beside Also vibrate for calls to the right.To set a ringtone1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Phone ringtone.3Select a SIM card.4Select an option from the list or tap and select a music file that is saved toyour device.5To confirm, tap Done.42This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To select the notification sound1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Default notification ringtone.3Select an option from the list or tap and select a music file that is saved toyour device.4To confirm, tap Done.Some applications have their own specific notification sounds, which you can select from theapplication settings.To enable touch tones1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Other sounds.3Drag the sliders beside Dialpad tones and Touch sounds to the right.Managing notificationsYou can select which types of notifications are allowed to interrupt you and filterinterruptions based on who they come from. You can set time intervals for bothpriority interruptions and silent mode. The most common types of notificationsinclude:•Calls•Messages•Events and reminders•Alarms•App notificationsTo adjust the interruption settings1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Interruptions > When calls andnotifications arrive.3Select an option and follow the instructions in your device.The interruption settings can also be accessed by pressing the volume key up or down untilthe volume adjustment window appears at the top of the screen. See Quick settings forinterruptions on page 26.Interruption setting optionsAlways interrupt Allow all interruptions.Allow only priorityinterruptionsOnly allow notifications that you have set as priority interruptions. Your devicesounds or vibrates when priority interruptions from specific contact types arriveduring the preset time intervals.Don't interrupt Don't allow any interruptions. Your device remains in silent mode when thissetting is active.To set notifications as priority interruptions1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Interruptions.3Under Priority interruptions, drag the relevant sliders to the right.To associate priority interruptions with specific contact types1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Interruptions > Calls/messagesfrom.3Select an option.43This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To set time intervals for priority interruptions1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Interruptions > Days.3Mark the checkboxes for the relevant days, then tap Done.4To adjust the start time, tap Start time and select a value, then tap OK.5To adjust the end time, tap End time and select a value, then tap OK.Managing notifications on the lock screenYou can set up your device so that only selected notifications get displayed on yourlock screen. You can make all notifications and their content accessible, hidesensitive content for all notifications or specific apps, or choose not to show anynotifications at all.To select the notifications to display on the lock screen1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > When device is locked.3Select an option.Notification display options on the lock screenShow all notificationcontentGet all notifications on the lock screen. When you have this setting turned on, keepin mind that all content (including the content of incoming emails and chats) will bevisible on your lock screen unless you designate the relevant apps as Sensitive inthe App notifications settings menu.Hide sensitivenotification contentYou must have a PIN, password, or pattern set up as your screen lock in order forthis setting to be available. Contents hidden is displayed on the lock screen whensensitive notifications arrive. For example, you'll get a notification for an incomingemail or chat, but the content won't be visible on your lock screen.Don't shownotifications at allYou won't get any notifications on the lock screen.Setting the notification level for an appYou can set different notification behaviour for individual applications. For example,you can block all email notifications, prioritise Facebook™ notifications and make thecontent of messaging notifications invisible on the lock screen.To set the notification level for an app1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > App notifications.3Select the app for which you want to change the notification settings.4Drag the relevant slider to the right.Notification levels and options for specific applicationsBlock Never show notifications for the selected app.Priority Show notifications for the selected apps at the top of the list on your lock screen.Sensitive This option is only available if you set up a PIN, password or pattern as your screen lock andselected Show all notification content under the When device is locked setting. Notifications forthe app appear on your lock screen but their content is not visible.SIM card protectionYou can lock and unlock each SIM card that you use in your device with a PIN(Personal Identity Number). When a SIM card is locked, the subscription linked to thecard is protected against misuse, meaning that you have to enter a PIN every timeyou start your device.44This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
If you enter the PIN incorrectly more times than the maximum number of attemptsallowed, your SIM card will become blocked. You then need to enter your PUK(Personal Unblocking Key) and a new PIN. Your PIN and PUK are supplied by yournetwork operator.To set up a SIM card lock1From the Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Security > Set up SIM card lock.3Select a SIM card.4Mark the Lock SIM card checkbox.5Enter the SIM card PIN and tap OK. The SIM card lock is now active and youwill be prompted to enter this lock every time you restart the device.To remove a SIM card lock1From the Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Security > Set up SIM card lock.3Select a SIM card.4Unmark the Lock SIM card checkbox.5Enter the SIM card PIN and tap OK.To change the SIM card PIN1From the Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Security > Set up SIM card lock.3Select a SIM card.4Tap Change SIM PIN.5Enter the old SIM card PIN and tap OK.6Enter the new SIM card PIN and tap OK.7Re-type the new SIM card PIN and tap OK.To unlock a blocked SIM card using the PUK code1Enter the PUK code and tap .2Enter a new PIN code and tap .3Re-enter the new PIN code and tap .If you enter an incorrect PUK code too many times, you need to contact your network operatorto get a new SIM card.Using multiple SIM cardsYour device works with one or two SIM cards inserted. You get incomingcommunication to both SIM cards and you can select from which number you wantto place outgoing communication. Before you can use both SIM cards, you need toenable them and select the SIM card that will handle data traffic.You can forward calls that come in on SIM card 1 to SIM card 2 when SIM card 1 isunreachable, and vice versa. This function is called Dual SIM reachability. You mustenable it manually. See Forwarding calls on page 58.To enable or disable the use of two SIM cards1From the Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Dual SIM settings.3Drag the sliders beside SIM1 and SIM2 to the right or left.To rename a SIM card1From the Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Dual SIM settings.3Select a SIM card and enter a new name for it.4Tap OK.45This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To select the SIM card that handles data traffic1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Dual SIM settings > SIM card for data traffic.3Select the SIM card that you want to use for data traffic, then tap OK.For higher data speeds, select the SIM card that supports the fastest mobile network, forexample, 3G or LTE.Screen settingsTo adjust the screen brightness1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Display > Brightness level.3Drag the slider to adjust the brightness.Lowering the brightness level increases battery performance.To set the screen to vibrate on touch1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Other sounds.3Drag the slider beside Vibrate on touch to the right. The screen now vibrateswhen you tap soft keys and certain applications.To adjust the idle time before the screen turns off1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Display > Sleep.3Select an option.To turn off the screen quickly, briefly press the power key .Smart backlight controlThe smart backlight control keeps the screen on as long as the device is held in yourhand. Once you put down the device, the screen turns off according to your sleepsetting.To turn on the Smart backlight control function1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Display > Smart backlight control.3Drag the slider to the right.Screen pinningUse screen pinning to set your device to display only the screen for a specificapplication. For example, if you are playing a game and you accidentally touch theHome navigation key, the screen pinning feature prevents the active game appscreen from being minimised. You can also use this feature when you lend yourdevice to another person to make it harder for them to access more than one screenor application. For example, you can lend your phone to somebody to make a phonecall and pin the screen to the Phone application so that the person can't easily useother apps such as Messaging or Email.Screen pinning is not a security feature and does not fully prevent other users from unpinninga screen and accessing your device. To protect your data, you should set up your device torequest a screen lock PIN, password or pattern before someone can unpin the screen.To activate screen pinning1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen pinning.3Drag the slider to the right.46This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To pin a screen1Make sure that screen pinning is activated on your device.2Open an app and go to the screen that you want to pin.3Tap .4To display , swipe upwards.5Tap .6If you have a PIN, password, or pattern set up as your screen lock, mark therelevant checkbox to make sure the pattern, PIN or password is needed tounlock the device before the screen can be unpinned.7Tap START.To unpin a screen1On the pinned screen, touch and hold and at the same time.2Release both buttons.If you marked a security option when you pinned the screen, you have to enter your pattern,PIN or password to unlock the device before the screen can be unpinned.DaydreamDaydream is an interactive screen saver that automatically displays colours, photosor a slideshow while your device is docked or charging and the screen is idle.On a device with multiple users, each user can have individual Daydream settings.To activate the Daydream screen saver1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Display > Daydream.3Drag the slider to the right.To select content for the Daydream screen saver1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Display > Daydream.3Drag the slider to the right.4Select what you want to display when the screen saver is active.To set when the Daydream screen saver starts1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Display > Daydream.3Drag the slider to the right.4To activate the Daydream screen saver immediately, tap , then tap Start now.5To set automatic activation options, tap , then tap When to daydream andselect an option.Screen lockThere are several ways to lock the screen. The security level of each lock type islisted below in order of weakest to strongest:•Slide – no protection, but you have quick access to the Home screen•Pattern – draw a simple pattern with your finger to unlock your device•PIN – enter a numeric PIN of at least four digits to unlock your device•Password – enter an alpha-numeric password to unlock your deviceIt is very important that you remember your screen unlock pattern, PIN or password. If youforget this information, it may not be possible to restore important data such as contacts andmessages.47This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To change screen lock type1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen lock.3Follow the instructions in your device and select another screen lock type.To create a screen lock pattern1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen lock > Pattern.3Follow the instructions in your device.If your lock pattern is rejected five times in a row when you try to unlock your device, you mustwait 30 seconds and then try again.To change the screen lock pattern1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings> Security > Screen lock.3Draw your screen unlock pattern.4Tap Pattern and follow the instructions in your device.To create a screen lock PIN1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen lock > PIN.3Enter a numeric PIN, then tap Continue.4Re-enter and confirm your PIN, then tap OK.5Select an option to show notifications when the device is locked, then tapDone.To create a screen lock password1From your Home screen, tap > Settings > Security > Screen lock >Password.2Enter a password, then tap Continue.3Re-enter and confirm your password, then tap OK.4Select an option to show notifications when the device is locked, then tapDone.Language settingsYou can select a default language for your device and change it again at a later time.You can also change the writing language for text input.To change the language1From the Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Language & input > Language.3Select an option.4Tap OK.If you select the wrong language and cannot read the menu texts, find and tap . Then selectthe text beside and select the first entry in the menu that opens. You can then select thelanguage you want.Date and timeYou can change the date and time on your device.48This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To set the date manually1From the Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Date & time.3Unmark the Automatic date & time checkbox, if it is marked.4Tap Set date.5Scroll up and down to select the desired date.6Tap OK.To set the time manually1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Date & time.3Unmark the Automatic date & time checkbox if it is marked.4Tap Set time.5Select the relevant values for the hour and minute.6Tap OK.To set the time zone1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Date & time.3Unmark the Automatic time zone checkbox, if it is marked.4Tap Select time zone.5Select an option.X-Reality™ for mobileSony's X-Reality™ for mobile technology improves the viewing quality of photos andvideos after you take them, giving you clearer, sharper and more natural images. X-Reality™ for mobile is turned on by default, but you can turn it off if you want toreduce battery consumption.To turn on X-Reality™ for mobile1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Display >Image enhancement.3Tap the X-Reality for mobile radio button if it is not already selected.Super-vivid modeSuper-vivid mode enhances the colour brightness and saturation of your photos andvideos while you view them on your device.To turn on Super-vivid mode1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Display >Image enhancement.3Tap the Super-vivid mode radio button if it is not already selected.Enhancing the sound outputYou can enhance the sound of your device by manually enabling individual soundsettings such as Equaliser and Surround sound. You can also enable the Dynamicnormaliser to minimise volume differences between songs or videos.To enhance the sound output manually1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Audio settings.3Drag the slider beside ClearAudio+ to the right.49This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To adjust the sound settings manually1From the Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Audio settings.3Drag the slider beside ClearAudio+ to the left.4Tap Sound effects > Equalizer.5Adjust the sound settings by dragging the frequency band buttons up or down.The manual adjustment of sound output settings has no effect on voice communicationapplications. For example, there is no change in the voice call sound quality.To minimise volume differences using the Dynamic normaliser1From the Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Audio settings.3Drag the slider beside Dynamic normalizer to the right.Noise cancellationYour device supports noise cancelling headsets. By using a noise cancelling headsetwith your device, you can get much clearer audio quality when listening, for example,to music in a noisy environment, such as on a bus, a train or a plane. You can alsouse this feature to create a silent environment in which to study, work or read.To ensure optimal performance, noise cancelling headsets from Sony are recommended.To use a noise cancelling headset1Connect the noise cancelling headset to your device.2From your Home screen, tap > Settings > Sound & notification > Accessorysettings > Noise canceling, then drag the slider beside Noise canceling to theright.3If you want Noise canceling to be enabled only during music or video playbackor when the screen is active, drag the slider beside Power save mode to theright.4If you want Noise canceling to be enabled for as long as the headset isconnected, drag the slider beside Power save mode to the left.A noise cancelling headset may not be included with your device at purchase.To adjust the settings to the noise environment1Make sure a noise cancelling headset is connected to your device.2From your Home screen, tap .3Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Accessory settings > Noisecanceling > Noise environment.4Select the relevant noise environment type, then tap OK.50This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Typing textOn-screen keyboardYou can enter text with the on-screen QWERTY keyboard by tapping each letterindividually, or you can use the Gesture input feature and slide your finger from letterto letter to form words. If you prefer to use a smaller version of the on-screenkeyboard and input text using only one hand, you can activate the one-handedkeyboard instead.You can select up to three languages for text input. The Smart language detectionfeature detects the language that you are using and predicts the words for thatlanguage as you type. Some applications open the on-screen keyboardautomatically, for example, email and text messaging applications.1 Delete a character before the cursor.2 Enter a carriage return or confirm text input.3 Enter a space.4 Personalise your keyboard. This key disappears after the keyboard is personalised.5Display numbers and symbols. For even more symbols, tap .6Switch between lower-case , upper-case and caps . For some languages, this key is used toaccess extra characters in the language.To display the on-screen keyboard to enter text•Tap a text entry field.To use the on-screen keyboard in landscape orientation•When the on-screen keyboard is displayed, turn the device sideways.You may need to adjust the settings in some applications to enable landscape orientation.To enter text character by character1To enter a character visible on the keyboard, tap the character.2To enter a character variant, touch and hold a regular keyboard character toget a list of available options, then select from the list. For example, to enter"é", touch and hold "e" until other options appear, then, while keeping yourfinger pressed on the keyboard, drag to and select "é".To enter a period•After you enter a word, double-tap the space bar.51This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To enter text using the Gesture input function1When the on-screen keyboard is displayed, slide your finger from letter to letterto trace the word that you want to write.2After you finish entering a word, lift up your finger. A word suggestion appearsbased on the letters that you have traced.3If the word that you want does not appear, tap to see other options andselect accordingly. If the desired option does not appear, delete the entireword and trace it again, or enter the word by tapping each letter individually.To change the Gesture input settings1When the on-screen keyboard is displayed, tap .2Tap , then tap Keyboard settings .3To activate or deactivate the Gesture input function, mark or unmark theGesture input checkbox.To use the one-handed keyboard1Open the on-screen keyboard in portrait mode, then tap .2Tap , then tap One-handed keyboard.3To move the one-handed keyboard to the left side or right side of the screen,tap or accordingly.To return to using the full on-screen keyboard, tap .PhonepadThe Phonepad is similar to a standard 12-key telephone keypad. It gives youpredictive text and multi-tap input options. You can activate the Phonepad text inputmethod via the keyboard settings. The Phonepad is only available in portraitorientation.1 Choose a text input option. You can tap each character once and use word suggestions, or keeptapping the key until the desired character is selected.2 Delete a character before the cursor.3 Enter a carriage return or confirm text input.4 Enter a space.5 Display symbols and smileys.6 Display numbers.7 Change the character case and turn on the caps lock.Entering text using voice inputWhen you enter text, you can use the voice input function instead of typing thewords. Just speak the words that you want to enter. Voice input is an experimentaltechnology from Google™, and is available for a number of languages and regions.52This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To enable voice input1When you enter text using the on-screen keyboard, tap .2Tap , then tap Keyboard settings.3Mark the Google voice typing key checkbox.4Tap to save your settings. A microphone icon appears on your on-screenkeyboard.To enter text using voice input1Open the on-screen keyboard.2Tap . When appears, speak to enter text.3When you're finished, tap again. The suggested text appears.4Edit the text manually if necessary.To make the keyboard appear and enter text manually, tap .Editing textYou can select, cut, copy and paste text as you write. You can access the editingtools by double-tapping the entered text. The editing tools then become available viaan application bar.Application bar 1 Close the application bar2 Select all text3 Cut text4 Copy text5 Paste text only appears when you have text saved on the clipboard.To select text1Enter some text, then double-tap the text. The word you tap gets highlightedby tabs on both sides.2Drag the tabs left or right to select more text.To edit text1Enter some text, then double-tap the entered text to make the application barappear.2Select the text that you want to edit, then use the tools in the application bar tomake your desired changes.To use the magnifier•When you enter text, tap and hold on the text field to view the text magnifiedand to place the cursor where you want within the text field.53This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
CallingMaking callsYou can make a call by manually dialling a phone number, by tapping a numbersaved in your contacts list, or by tapping the phone number in your call log view. Youcan also use the smart dial feature to quickly find numbers from your contacts listand call logs. To make a video call, you can use the Hangouts™ instant messagingand video chat application on your device. See Instant messaging and video chat onpage 71.1 View more options2 Delete number3 Dialpad4 Call buttonTo dial a phone number1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Phone.3If the call log appears, tap to display the dialpad.4Enter the phone number and tap or .To delete a number entered by mistake, tap .To make a call using smart dial1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Phone.3If the call log appears, tap to display the dialpad.4Use the dialpad to enter letters or numbers that correspond to the contact youwant to call. As you enter each letter or number, a list of possible matchesappears.5Tap the contact that you want to call.6Select a SIM card.To make an international call1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Phone.3If the call log appears, tap to display the dialpad.4Touch and hold 0 until a “+” sign appears.5Enter the country code, area code (without the initial zeros) and phone number,then tap or .54This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To add a direct dial number to your Home screen1Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibratesand the customisation menu appears.2In the customisation menu, tap Widgets & Apps > Shortcuts.3Scroll through the list of applications and select Direct dial.4Select the contact and the number that you want to use as the direct dialnumber.Showing or hiding your phone numberYou can select to show or hide your phone number on call recipients' devices whenyou call them.To show or hide your phone number1From the Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Call.3Select a SIM card.4Tap Additional settings > Caller ID.Receiving callsIf you receive an incoming call when the device is in sleep mode or the screen islocked, the phone application opens in fullscreen format. If you receive an incomingcall when the screen is active, the incoming call is displayed as a floating notification,that is, in a minimised window that floats at the top of whatever screen is open. Whensuch a notification arrives, you can choose to answer the call and open the phoneapplication screen, or you can reject the call and stay on the current screen.To answer an incoming call when the screen is inactive•Drag to the right.To answer an incoming call when the screen is active•In the floating notification that appears at the top of the screen, tap Answer.You can also go to the main phone application screen before answering the call by tappingthe upper part of the floating notification window. Using this method, you get more options tomanage the call. For example, you can decide to reject the call with a message or forward thecall to the answering machine.To reject an incoming call when the screen is inactive•Drag to the left.To reject an incoming call when then screen is active•In the floating notification that appears at the top of the screen, tap Decline.You can also go to the main phone application screen before rejecting the call by tapping theupper part of the floating notification window. Using this method, you get more options tomanage the call. For example, you can decide to reject the call with a message or forward thecall to the answering machine.To mute the ringtone for an incoming call•When you receive the call, press the volume key.Using the answering machineYou can use the answering machine application in your device to answer calls whenyou are busy or miss a call. You can enable the automatic answering function anddetermine how many seconds to wait before the calls get answered automatically.You can also manually route calls to the answering machine when you are too busy55This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
to answer them. And you can access messages left on your answering machinedirectly from your device.Before using the answering machine, you must record a greeting message.To record a greeting message for the answering machine1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Call.3Select a SIM card.4Tap Xperia™ Answering Machine > Greetings.5Tap Record new greeting and follow the on-screen instructions.To enable automatic answering1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Call.3Select a SIM card, then tap Xperia™ Answering Machine.4Drag the slider beside Answering Machine to the right.If you don't set a time delay for the automatic answering of calls, the default value is used.To set a time delay for automatic answering1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Call.3Select a SIM card, then tap Xperia™ Answering Machine.4Tap Pick up after.5Adjust the time by scrolling up and down.6Tap Done.To forward an incoming call to the answering machine•When a call comes in, drag Response options upwards, then select Reject withAnswering Machine.When a call comes in, you can also just wait until the preset time delay elapses so that theanswering machine picks up the call automatically.To listen to messages on the answering machine1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Call.3Select a SIM card.4Tap Xperia™ Answering Machine > Messages.5Select the voice message that you want to listen to.You can also listen to answering machine messages directly from the call log by tapping .Rejecting a call with a text messageYou can reject a call with a text message. When you reject a call with such amessage, the message is automatically sent to the caller and stored in the Messagingconversation with the contact.You can select from a number of predefined messages available on your device, oryou can create a new message. You can also create you own personalised messagesby editing the predefined ones.To reject a call with a text message1When an incoming call arrives, drag Response options upwards, then tapReject with message.2Select a predefined message or tap and write a new message.56This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To reject a second call with a text message1When you hear repeated beeps during a call, drag Reject with messageupwards.2Select a predefined message or tap and write a new message.To edit the text message used to reject a call1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Call > General > Reject call with message.3Tap the message that you want to edit, then make the necessary changes.4Tap OK.Smart call handlingYou can handle incoming calls without touching the screen by turning on the Smartcall handling function. Once activated, you can handle calls in the following way:•Answer: bring the device to your ear.•Reject: shake the device.•Ringer off: place the device face down.To turn on Smart call handling1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Personalization > Motion.3Tap Smart call handling.4Drag the slider beside Smart call handling to the right.Ongoing calls1 Enter numbers during a call2 Turn on the loudspeaker during a call3 Put the current call on hold or retrieve a call on hold4 Make a second call5 Mute the microphone during a call6 End a callTo change the ear speaker volume during a call•Press the volume key up or down.To activate the screen during a call•Briefly press .57This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Using the call logIn the call log, you can view missed calls , received calls and dialled calls .To view your missed calls1When you have missed a call, appears in the status bar. Drag the status bardownwards.2Tap Missed call.To call a number from your call log1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Phone.3If the dialpad is displayed, tap to open the call log.4To call a number directly from the call log, tap the number and select a SIMcard. To edit a number before calling, touch and hold the number, then tap Editnumber before call.To add a number from the call log to your contacts1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Phone.3If the dialpad is displayed, tap to open the call log.4Touch and hold a number displayed in the call log, then tap Add to Contacts.5Select an existing contact to which you want to add the number, or tap Createnew contact.6Edit the contact details, then tap Done.To view call log options1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Phone.3If the dialpad is displayed, tap to display the call log.4Tap .You can also access general call settings using the instructions above.Forwarding callsYou can direct calls to a different recipient, such as another phone number, anotherdevice or to an answering service. You can also forward calls that come in on SIMcard 1 to SIM card 2 when SIM card 1 is unreachable, and vice versa. This function iscalled Dual SIM reachability. You must enable it manually.To forward calls1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Call.3Select a SIM card.4Tap Call forwarding and select an option.5Enter the number to which you want to forward calls, then tap Enable.To turn off call forwarding1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Call.3Select a SIM card.4Tap Call forwarding.5Select an option, then tap Disable.58This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To enable the Dual SIM reachability function1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Dual SIM settings > Dual SIM reachability.3Drag the slider beside Dual SIM reachability to the right, then tap CONTINUE >OK.4Enter the phone number.5When you are finished, tap DoneRestricting callsYou can block all or certain categories of incoming and outgoing calls. If you havereceived a PIN2 code from your service provider, you can also use a list of FixedDialling Numbers (FDNs) to restrict outgoing calls. If your subscription includes avoicemail service, you can send all incoming calls from a specific contact directly tovoicemail. If you want to block a certain number, you can go to Google Play™ anddownload applications that support this function.FDN is not supported by all network operators. Contact your network operator to verify if yourSIM card or network service supports this feature.To block incoming or outgoing calls1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Call.3Select a SIM card.4Tap Call blocking, then select an option.5Enter the password and tap Enable.When you set up call blocking for the first time, you need to enter a password to activate thecall blocking function. You must use this same password later if you want to edit call blockingsettings.To enable or disable fixed dialling1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Call.3Select a SIM card.4Tap Fixed dialing numbers.5Tap Activate fixed dialing or Deactivate fixed dialing.6Enter your PIN2 and tap OK.To access the list of accepted call recipients1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Call.3Select a SIM card.4Tap Fixed dialing numbers > Fixed dialing numbers.To change the SIM card PIN21From the Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Call.3Select a SIM card.4Tap Fixed dialing numbers > Change PIN2.5Enter the old SIM card PIN2 and tap OK.6Enter the new SIM card PIN2 and tap OK.7Confirm the new PIN2 and tap OK.59This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To send incoming calls from a specific contact directly to voicemail1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap .3Select the contact for which you want to direct all incoming calls automaticallyto voicemail.4Tap > .5Mark the checkbox beside All calls to voicemail.6Tap Done.Multiple callsIf you have activated call waiting, you can handle multiple calls at the same time.When it is activated, you will be notified by a beep if you receive another call.To activate or deactivate call waiting1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Call.3Select a SIM card.4Tap Additional settings.5To activate or deactivate call waiting, tap Call waiting.To answer a second call and put the ongoing call on hold•When you hear repeated beeps during a call, drag to the right.To reject a second call•When you hear repeated beeps during a call, drag to the left.To make a second call1During an ongoing call, tap .2Enter the number of the recipient and tap or . The first call isput on hold.To answer a third call and end the ongoing call•When the third call comes in, tap End current call and answer.To reject a third call•When the third call comes in, tap Decline incoming call.To switch between multiple calls•To switch to another call and put the current call on hold, tap Switch to thiscall.Conference callsWith a conference or multiparty call, you can have a joint conversation with two ormore persons.For details about the number of participants that you can add to a conference call, contactyour network operator.To make a conference call1Dial the number of the first participant to the call.2Once the first participant is connected, tap .3Dial the number of the second participant and tap or . Thefirst participant is put on hold temporarily.4To add the second participant to the call and start the conference, tap .5To add more participants to the call, repeat steps 1 to 3.60This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To have a private conversation with a conference call participant1During an ongoing conference call, tap Manage conference.2Tap the telephone number of the participant with whom you want to have aprivate conversation.3To end the private conversation and return to the conference call, tap .To release a participant from a conference call1During an ongoing conference call, tap Manage conference.2Tap next to the participant you want to release.To end a conference call•During the call, tap .VoicemailIf your subscription includes a voicemail service, callers can leave voice messages foryou when you can't answer calls. Your voicemail service number is normally saved onyour SIM card. If not, you can get the number from your service provider and enter itmanually.To enter your voicemail number1From the Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Call.3Select a SIM card.4Tap Voicemail > Voicemail settings > Voicemail number.5Enter your voicemail number.6Tap OK.To call your voicemail service1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Phone.3If the call log is displayed, tap to display the dialpad.4Touch and hold 1.5Select a SIM card.Emergency callsYour device supports international emergency numbers, for example, 112 or 911.You can normally use these numbers to make emergency calls in any country, with orwithout a SIM card inserted if you are within range of a network.To make an emergency call1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and Tap Phone.3If the call log appears, tap to display the dialpad.4Enter the emergency number, then tap or You can make emergency calls even when no SIM card is inserted or when all outgoing callsare blocked.To make an emergency call while the SIM card is locked1From the lock screen, tap Emergency call.2Enter the emergency number and tap .61This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
ContactsTransferring contactsThere are several ways to transfer contacts to your new device. You can synccontacts from an online account or import contacts directly from another device.Transferring contacts using a computerXperia™ Transfer is an application that helps you to collect contacts from your olddevice and transfer them to your new device. Xperia™ Transfer, which you canaccess from within the PC Companion and the Sony Bridge for Mac computerprograms, supports mobile devices that run on several operating systems, includingiOS, Android™, Windows® and BlackBerry™.To use Xperia™ Transfer, you need:•An Internet-connected computer.•A USB cable for your old device.•A USB cable for your new Android™ device.•Your old device.•Your new Android™ device.To transfer contacts to your new device1Search and download PC Companion (on a PC) or Bridge for Mac (on a Maccomputer) from www.sonymobile.com if the application is not already installed.2After successful installation, open the PC Companion application or the SonyBridge for Mac application, then click Xperia™ Transfer and follow the relevantinstructions to transfer your contacts.Transferring contacts using an online accountIf you sync the contacts in your old device or your computer with an online account,for example, Google Sync™, Facebook™ or Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®, youcan transfer your contacts to your new device using that account.To synchronise contacts to your new device using a synchronisation account1From your Home screen, tap , then tap .2Tap , then tap Settings > Accounts & sync.3Select the account that you want to sync your contacts with, then tap > Syncnow.You need to be signed in to the relevant sync account before you can sync your contacts withit.Other methods for transferring contactsThere are several other ways to transfer contacts from your old device to your newdevice. For example, you can copy contacts to a memory card, use Bluetooth®technology, or save contacts to a SIM card. For more specific information abouttransferring the contacts from your old device, refer to the relevant User guide.To import contacts from a memory card1From your Home screen, tap , then tap .2Press , then tap Import contacts > SD card.3Select the files that you want to import and tap OK.62This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To import contacts using Bluetooth® technology1Make sure you have the Bluetooth® function turned on and that your device isset to visible.2When you are notified of an incoming file to your device, drag the status bardownwards and tap the notification to accept the file transfer.3Tap Accept to start the file transfer.4Drag the status bar downwards. When the transfer is complete, tap thenotification.5Tap the received file.To import contacts from a SIM cardYou may lose information or get multiple contact entries if you transfer contacts using a SIMcard.1From your Home screen, tap , then tap .2Tap , then tap Import contacts.3Select a SIM card.4To import an individual contact, find and tap the contact. To import allcontacts, tap Import all.Searching and viewing contacts1 Search for contacts2 View more options3 Contacts, Favourites and Groups tabs4 Edit and view medical and emergency contact information5 View contact details6 Jump to contacts starting with the selected letter7 Access communication options for the contact8 Add a contactTo search for a contact1From your Home screen, tap , then tap .2Tap and enter a phone number, name or other information in the Searchcontacts field. The result list is filtered as you enter each character.63This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To select which contacts to display in the Contacts application1From your Home screen, tap , then tap .2Press , then tap Filter.3In the list that appears, mark or unmark the desired options. If you havesynchronised your contacts with a synchronisation account, that accountappears in the list. To further expand the list of options, tap the account.Adding and editing contactsTo add a contact1From your Home screen, tap , then tap .2Tap .3If you have synchronised your contacts with one or more accounts and you areadding a contact for the first time, you must select the account to which youwant to add this contact. Alternatively, tap Phone contact if you only want touse and save this contact on your device.4Enter or select the desired information for the contact.5When you are finished, tap Done.After you select a synchronisation account in step 3, that account will show as the defaultaccount offered the next time you add a contact. When you save a contact to a particularaccount, that account will show as the default account to save to the next time you add acontact. If you have saved a contact to a particular account and want to change it, you need tocreate a new contact and select a different account to save it to.If you add a plus sign and the country code before a contact's phone number, you do nothave to edit the number again when you make calls from other countries.To edit a contact1From your Home screen, tap , then tap .2Tap the contact that you want to edit, then tap .3Edit the desired information.4When you are finished, tap Done.Some synchronisation services do not allow you to edit contact details.To associate a picture with a contact1From your Home screen, tap , then tap .2Tap the contact that you want to edit, then tap .3Tap and select a method for adding the contact picture.4After you add the picture, tap Done.You can also add a picture to a contact directly from the Album application. If you want toadd a picture that is saved to an online account, you must download the picture first.To personalise the ringtone for a contact1From your Home screen, tap , then tap .2Tap the contact that you want to edit, then tap .3Tap > Set ringtone.4Select an option from the list or tap to select a music file saved to yourdevice, then tap Done.5Tap Done.To delete contacts1From your Home screen, tap , then tap .2Touch and hold the contact that you want to delete.3To delete all contacts, tap the downwards arrow to open the drop down menu,then select Mark all.4Tap , then tap Delete.64This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To edit contact information about yourself1From your Home screen, tap , then tap .2Tap Myself, then tap .3Enter the new information or make the changes you want.4When you are done, tap Done.To create a new contact from a text message1From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap .2Tap > Save.3Select an existing contact, or tap Create new contact.4Edit the contact information and tap Done.Adding medical and emergency contact informationYou can add and edit ICE (In Case of Emergency) information in the Contactsapplication. You can enter medical details, such as allergies and medications that youare using, plus information about relatives and friends who can be contacted in caseof emergency. After setup, your ICE information can be accessed from the securitylock screen. This means that even if the screen is locked, for example, by a PIN,pattern or password, emergency personnel can still retrieve your ICE information.1 Go back to the main Contacts screen2 View more options3 Show your medical and personal information as part of the ICE information4 Medical information5 ICE contact list6 Create new ICE contacts7 Use existing contacts as ICE contactsTo show your medical and personal information as part of the ICE information1From your Home screen, tap , then tap .2Tap ICE – In Case of Emergency.3Tap , then mark the Show personal information checkbox.To enter your medical information1From your Home screen, tap , then tap .2Tap ICE – In Case of Emergency.3Tap , then tap Edit medical info.4Edit the desired information.5When you are finished, tap Done.65This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To add a new ICE contact1From your Home screen, tap , then tap .2Tap ICE – In Case of Emergency, then tap .3If you have synchronised your contacts with one or more accounts and you areadding a contact for the first time, you must select the account to which youwant to add this contact. Alternatively, tap Phone contact if you only want touse and save this contact on your device.4Enter or select the desired information for the contact.5When you are finished, tap Done.The ICE contact must have at least a phone number to which emergency personnel can makea call. If your device is locked by a security screen lock, emergency personnel can only see thephone number of the ICE contact, even if there is other information entered in the Contactsapplication about the contact.To use existing contacts as ICE contacts1From your Home screen, tap , then tap .2Tap ICE – In Case of Emergency, then tap .3Mark the contacts that you want to use as ICE contacts.4When you are finished, tap Done.The ICE contacts that you select must have at least a phone number to which emergencypersonnel can make a call. If your device is locked by a security screen lock, emergencypersonnel can only see the phone number of the ICE contacts, even if there is otherinformation entered in the Contacts application about the contacts.To make your ICE information visible from the security lock screen1From your Home screen, tap , then tap .2Tap ICE – In Case of Emergency.3Tap , then tap Settings.4Mark the ICE in lock screen checkbox.Your ICE information is visible from the security lock screen by default.To enable calls to ICE contacts from the security lock screen1From your Home screen, tap , then tap .2Tap ICE – In Case of Emergency.3Tap , then tap Settings.4Mark the Enable call in ICE checkbox.Some network operators may not support ICE calls.Favourites and groupsYou can mark contacts as favourites so that you can get quick access to them fromthe Contacts application. You can also assign contacts to groups, to get quickeraccess to a group of contacts from within the Contacts application.To mark or unmark a contact as a favourite1From the Home screen, tap , then tap .2Tap the contact you want to add to or remove from your favourites.3Tap .To view your favourite contacts1From your Home screen, tap , then tap .2Tap Favorites.66This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To assign a contact to a group1In the Contacts application, tap the contact that you want to assign to a group.2Tap , then tap the bar directly under Groups.3Mark the checkboxes for the groups to which you want to add the contact.4Tap Done.Sending contact informationTo send your business card1From your Home screen, tap , then tap .2Tap Myself.3Tap , then tap Share.4Select an available transfer method and follow the on-screen instructions.To send a contact1From your Home screen, tap , then tap .2Tap the contact whose details you want to send.3Tap , then tap Share.4Select an available transfer method and follow the on-screen instructions.To send several contacts at once1From your Home screen, tap , then tap .2Press , then tap Mark several.3Mark the contacts you want to send, or select all if you want to send allcontacts.4Tap , then select an available transfer method and follow the on-screeninstructions.Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts applicationIf you synchronise your contacts with a new account or import contact information inother ways, you could end up with duplicate entries in the Contacts application. If thishappens, you can join such duplicates to create a single entry. And if you join entriesby mistake, you can separate them again later.To link contacts1From your Home screen, tap , then tap .2Tap the contact that you want to link with another contact.3Press , then tap Link contact.4Tap the contact whose information you want to join with the first contact, thentap OK to confirm. The information from the first contact is merged with thesecond contact, and the linked contacts are displayed as one contact in theContacts list.To separate linked contacts1From your Home screen, tap , then tap .2Tap the linked contact that you want to edit, then tap .3Tap Unlink contact > Unlink.Backing up contactsYou can use a memory card or a USB storage device to back up contacts. SeeTransferring contacts on page 62 for more information about how to restore contactsto your device.67This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To export all contacts to a memory card1From your Home screen, tap , then tap .2Press , then tap Export contacts > SD card.3Tap OK.To export all contacts to a USB storage deviceWhen you export contacts using this method, you must first connect your device to a USBstorage device, for example, a flash drive or an external hard drive, using aUSB Host adapter cable. See Connecting your device to USB mass storage deviceson page 111 for more information about how to connect your device to a USB storage device.1From your Home screen, tap , then tap .2Tap , then tap Export contacts > USB storage.3Tap OK.68This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Messaging and chatReading and sending messagesThe Messaging application shows your messages as conversations, which meansthat all messages to and from a particular person are grouped together. To sendmultimedia messages, you need the correct MMS settings on your device. SeeInternet and MMS settings on page 32.The number of characters that you can send in a single message varies depending on theoperator and the language you use. The maximum size of a multimedia message, whichincludes the size of added media files, is also operator dependent. Contact your networkoperator for more information.1 Go back to the list of conversations2 Call the message sender3 View more options4 Sent and received messages5 Send a completed message using SIM card 26 Send a completed message using SIM card 17 Text entry field8 Add attachmentsTo create and send a message1From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap .2Tap .3Enter the recipient’s name or phone number, or other contact information thatyou have saved about the recipient, then select from the list that appears. If therecipient is not listed as a contact, enter the recipient's number manually.4Tap Write message and enter your message text.5If you want to add an attachment, tap and select an option.6To send the message, tap .If you exit a message before sending, it gets saved as a draft. The conversation gets taggedwith the word Draft:.69This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To read a received message1From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap .2Tap the desired conversation.3If the message is not yet downloaded, tap and hold the message, then tapDownload message.All received messages are saved by default to the device memory.To reply to a message1From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap .2Tap the conversation containing the message.3Enter your reply and tap .To forward a message1From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap .2Tap the conversation containing the message that you want to forward.3Touch and hold the message that you want to forward, then tap Forwardmessage.4Enter the recipient’s name or phone number, or other contact information thatyou have saved about the recipient, then select from the list that appears. If therecipient is not listed as a contact, enter the recipient's number manually.5Edit the message, if necessary, then tap .To save a file contained in a message you receive1From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap .2Tap the conversation you want to open.3If the message has not been downloaded yet, tap and hold the message, thentap Download message.4Touch and hold the file you want to save, then select the desired option.Organising your messagesTo delete a message1From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap .2Tap the conversation containing the message you want to delete.3Touch and hold the message you want to delete, then tap Delete message >Delete.To delete conversations1From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap .2Tap , then tap Delete conversations.3Mark the checkboxes for the conversations that you want to delete, then tap > Delete.To star a message1From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap .2Tap the conversation that you want to open.3Touch and hold the message that you want to star, then tap Add star.4To unstar a message, touch and hold the starred message, then tap Deletestar.To view starred messages1From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap .2Tap , then tap Starred messages.3All starred messages appear in a list.70This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To search for messages1From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap .2Tap , then tap Search.3Enter your search keywords. The search results appear in a list.Calling from a messageTo call a message sender1From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap .2Tap a conversation and tap , then select a SIM card.To save a sender's number as a contact1From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap .2Tap > Save.3Select an existing contact, or tap Create new contact.4Edit the contact information and tap Done.Messaging settingsTo change your message notification settings1From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap .2Tap , then tap Settings.3To set a notification sound, tap Notification tone, then select an option or tap and select a music file that is saved to your device.4To confirm, tap Done.5For other notification settings, check or uncheck the relevant checkboxes.To turn the delivery report function on or off for outgoing messages1From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap .2Tap , then tap Settings.3Mark or unmark the Delivery report checkbox as desired.After the delivery report function is turned on, a check mark is displayed in messages that havebeen successfully delivered.Instant messaging and video chatYou can use the Google Hangouts™ instant messaging and video chat application onyour device to chat with friends who also use the application on computers,Android™ devices and other devices. You can turn any conversation into a video callwith several friends, and you can send messages to friends even when they areoffline. You can also view and share photos easily.Before you start using Hangouts™, make sure that you have a working Internetconnection and a Google™ account. Go to http://support.google.com/hangouts andclick the "Hangouts on your Android" link to get more detailed information about howto use this application.The video call function only works on devices with a front camera.To use the Hangouts™ application1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Hangouts.71This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
EmailSetting up emailUse the email application in your device to send and receive email messages throughyour email accounts. You can have one or several email accounts at the same time,including corporate Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync accounts.To set up an email account1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Email.3Follow the instructions that appear on the screen to complete the setup.For some email services, you may need to contact your email service provider for informationon detailed settings for the email account.To add an extra email account1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Email.3Tap , then tap Settings > Add account.4Enter the email address and password, then tap Next. If the settings for theemail account cannot be downloaded automatically, complete the setupmanually.5When you are finished, tap Next.Sending and receiving email messages1 View a list of all email accounts and recent folders2 Search for email messages3 Access settings and options4 List of email messages5 Write an email messageTo download new email messages•When the email inbox is open, swipe downwards on the message list.Before trying to download new email messages, make sure that you have a working dataconnection. For more information about ensuring successful data connections, see Internetand MMS settings on page 32.72This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To read your email messages1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Email.3If you are using several email accounts, drag the left edge of the screen to theright and select the account that you want to check. If you want to check allyour email accounts at once, drag the left edge of the screen to the right, thentap Combined inbox.4In the email inbox, scroll up or down and tap the email message that you wantto read.To create and send an email message1From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Email.2If you are using several email accounts, drag the left edge of the screen to theright and select the account from which you want to send the email.3Tap , then type the recipient's name or email address and select one or morerecipients from the drop down list.4Enter the email subject and message text, then tap .To reply to an email message1In your email inbox, find and tap the message that you want to reply to, thentap Reply or Reply all.2Enter your reply, then tap .To forward an email message1In your email inbox, find and tap the message that you want to forward, thentap Forward.2Enter the recipient's name or email address, then select one or more recipientsfrom the drop down list.3Enter your message text, then tap .To view an email message attachment1Find and tap the email message containing the attachment that you want toview. Email messages with attachments are indicated by .2After the email message opens, tap Load. The attachment starts to download.3After the attachment finishes downloading, tap View.To save a sender's email address to your contacts1Find and tap a message in your email inbox.2Tap the name of the sender, then tap OK.3Select an existing contact, or tap Create new contact.4Edit the contact information, if desired, then tap Done.Organising your email messagesTo sort your emails1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Email.3If you are using several email accounts, drag the left edge of the screen to theright and select the account with the email that you want to sort. If you want tosort email in all your email accounts at once, drag the left edge of the screen tothe right, then tap Combined inbox.4Tap , then tap Sort.5Select a sorting option.73This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To search for emails1From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Email.2If you are using several email accounts, drag the left edge of the screen to theright and select the account that you want to search. If you want to search allyour email accounts at once, drag the left edge of the screen to the right, thentap Combined inbox.3Tap .4Enter your search text, then tap on the keyboard.5The search result appears in a list sorted by date. Tap the email message thatyou want to open.To view all folders for one email account1From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Email.2Drag the left edge of the screen to the right, then select the account that youwant to check.3Under the account that you want to check, select Show all folders.To delete an email message•In your email inbox, flick the message that you want to delete to the right.To move an email message to another folder1In your email inbox, flick the message that you want to move to the left.2Tap Move, then select a folder.Email account settingsTo remove an email account from your device1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Email.3Press , then tap Settings.4Select the account you want to remove.5Tap Delete account > OK.To change the inbox check frequency1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Email.3Tap , then tap Settings.4Select the account for which you want to change the inbox check frequency.5Tap Check frequency > Check frequency and select an option.To set an Out of Office auto-reply in an Exchange Active Sync account1From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Email.2Press , then tap Settings.3Select the EAS (Exchange Active Sync) account for which you want to set anOut of Office auto-reply.4Tap Out of office.5Drag the slider beside Out of office to the right to turn on the function.6If needed, mark the Set time range checkbox and set the time range for theauto reply.7Enter your Out of Office message in the body text field.8Tap OK to confirm.Gmail™If you have a Google™ account, you can use the Gmail™ application to read andwrite email messages.74This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
1 View a list of all Gmail accounts and folders2 Search for email messages3 List of email messages4 Write an email messageTo learn more about Gmail™•When the Gmail application is open, drag the left edge of the screen to theright, then find and tap Help & feedback.75This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
MusicTransferring music to your deviceThere are different ways to get music from a computer onto your device:•Connect the device and computer using a USB cable and drag and drop music filesdirectly into the file manager application on the computer. See Managing files using acomputer on page 132.•If the computer is a PC, you can use the Media Go™ application from Sony andorganise your music files, create playlists, subscribe to podcasts, and more. To learnmore and download the Media Go™ application, go to http://mediago.sony.com/enu/features.•If the computer is an Apple® Mac®, you can use the Sony Bridge for Mac applicationto transfer your media files from iTunes to your device. To learn more and downloadSony Bridge for Mac, go to www.sonymobile.com/global-en/tools/bridge-for-mac/.The Walkman® application may not support all music file formats. For more information aboutsupported file formats and the use of multimedia (audio, image and video) files, download theWhite Paper for your device at www.sonymobile.com/support.Listening to musicUse the Walkman® application to listen to your favourite music and audio books.1 Open the Walkman® home screen menu2 Search all songs saved to your device3 View the current play queue4 Album art (if available)5 Tap to go to the previous song in the play queueTouch and hold to rewind within the current song6 Play or pause a song7 Tap to go to the next song in the play queueTouch and hold to fast forward within the current song8 Shuffle songs in the current play queue9 Repeat all songs in the current play queue10 Progress indicator – Drag the indicator or tap along the line to fast forward or rewind11 Total time length of current song12 Elapsed time of current song76This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Walkman® home screen1 Drag the left edge of the screen to the right to open the Walkman® home screen menu2 Scroll up or down to view content3 Play a song using the Walkman® application4 Return to the Walkman® music player screenTo play a song using the Walkman® application1From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap .2Drag the left edge of the screen to the right.3Select a music category.4Tap a song to play it.You might not be able to play copyright-protected items. Please verify that you havenecessary rights in material that you intend to share.To find song-related information online•While a song is playing in the Walkman® application, tap Album art and thentap the infinite button .The infinite button gives you access to online resources related to the song, such asvideos on YouTube™, song lyrics, and artist information on Wikipedia.To adjust the audio volume•Press the volume key.To minimise the Walkman® application•When a song is playing, tap to go to the Home screen. The Walkman®application stays playing in the background.To open the Walkman® application when it is playing in the background1While a song is playing in the background, tap the to open the recently usedapplications window.2Tap the Walkman® application.Walkman® home screen menuThe Walkman® home screen menu gives you an overview of all the songs on yourdevice . From here you can manage your albums and playlists, and you can organiseyour music by mood and tempo using SensMe™ channels.To open the Walkman® home screen menu1From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap .2Drag the left edge of the screen to the right.77This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To return to the Walkman® home screen•When the Walkman® home screen menu is open, tap Home.•When the Walkman® home screen menu is open, tap on the screen to the rightof the menu.To update your music with the latest information1From the Walkman® home screen, tap .2Tap Download music info > Start. Your device searches online and downloadsthe latest available album art and song information for your music.The SensMe™ channels application is activated when you download music information.To enable the SensMe™ channels application•From the Walkman® home screen, tap , then tap Download music info > Start.This application requires a mobile or Wi-Fi® network connection.To edit music information1From the Walkman® application, tap .2Tap Edit music info.3Enter the new information or make the changes you want.4When you are finished, tap Save.To delete a song1From the Walkman® home screen menu, browse to the song that you want todelete.2Touch and hold the song title, then tap Delete from the list that appears.3Tap Delete again to confirm.PlaylistsOn the Walkman® home screen, you can create your own playlists from the musicthat is saved on your device.To create your own playlists1From the Walkman® home screen, touch and hold the name of the album orsong that you want to add to a playlist.2In the menu that opens, tap Add to... > Create new playlist.3Enter a name for the playlist and tap OK.You can also tap the album art and then tap to create a new playlist.To play your own playlists1Open the Walkman® home screen menu, then tap Playlists.2Under Playlists, select the playlist that you want to open.3If you want to play all songs, tap Shuffle all.To add songs to a playlist1From the Walkman® home screen, browse to the song or album that you wantto add to a playlist.2Touch and hold the song or the album title, then tap Add to....3Tap the name of the playlist to which you want to add the album or song. Thealbum or song is added to the playlist.78This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To remove a song from a playlist1In a playlist, touch and hold the title of the song that you want to delete.2Tap Delete from playlist.You might not be able to delete a song that is saved on the memory card or on your device'sinternal storage.To delete a playlist1Open the Walkman® home screen menu, then tap Playlists.2Touch and hold the playlist that you want to delete.3Tap Delete.4Tap Delete again to confirm.You cannot delete smart playlists.Sharing musicTo share a song1From the Walkman® home screen, browse to the song or album that you wantto share.2Touch and hold the song title, then tap Share.3Select an application from the list, then follow the on-screen instructions.You can also share albums and playlists in the same way.Enhancing the soundTo improve the sound quality using the Equaliser1When a song is playing in the Walkman® application, tap .2Tap Settings > Sound effects > Sound effects > Equalizer.3To adjust the sound manually, drag the frequency band buttons up or down.To adjust the sound automatically, tap and select a style.To turn on the Surround sound feature1When the Walkman® application is open, tap .2Tap Settings > Sound effects > Sound effects > Surround sound (VPT).3Flick left or right to select a setting, then tap OK to confirm.VisualiserThe Visualiser adds visual effects to your songs as you play them. The effects foreach song are based on the characteristics of the music. They change, for example,in response to changes in the music’s loudness, rhythm and frequency level. You canalso change the background theme.To turn on the Visualiser1In the Walkman® application, tap .2Tap Visualizer.Tap the screen to switch to full screen view.To change the background theme1In the Walkman® application, tap .2Tap Visualizer.3Tap > Theme and select a theme.79This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Recognising music with TrackID™Use the TrackID™ music recognition service to identify a song you hear playing inyour surroundings. Just record a short sample of the song and you’ll get artist, titleand album info within seconds. You can purchase song identified by TrackID™ andyou can view TrackID™ charts to see what TrackID™ users around the globe aresearching for. For best results, use TrackID™ in a quiet area.1 View TrackID™ options2 Drag the left edge of the screen to the right to open the TrackID™ home screen menu3 Identify the music that you are listening toThe TrackID™ application and the TrackID™ service are not supported in all countries/regionsor by all networks and/or service providers in all areas.To identify music using TrackID™ technology1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap TrackID™, then hold your device close to the music source.3Tap . If the song is recognised by the TrackID™ service, the results appearon the screen.To return to the TrackID™ start screen, tap .TrackID™ home screen menuThe TrackID™ home screen menu gives you an overview of all the songs that youhave recorded and identified using the TrackID™ service. From here you can alsoview your songs based on current music charts and search history.1 Create an online TrackID™ profile2 Open the TrackID™ application80This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
3 View the search result history4 View current music chartsTo view artist information for a song•After a song has been recognised by the TrackID™ application, tap Artist info.To delete song from the track history1Open the TrackID™ application, then tap History.2Touch and hold the name of the song that you want to delete, then tap Delete.81This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
FM radioListening to the radioThe FM radio in your device works like any FM radio. For example, you can browseand listen to FM radio stations and save them as favourites. You must connect awired headset or headphones to your device before you can use the radio. This isbecause the headset or headphones act as an antenna. After one of these devices isconnected, you can then switch the audio to the speaker, if desired.1 Favourites list2 Radio on/off button3 View menu options4 Tuned frequency5 Save or remove a channel as a favourite6 Tuning dial7 Frequency band – drag left or right to move between channels8 Move up the frequency band to search for a channel9 A saved favourite channel10 Move down the frequency band to search for a channelTo listen to the FM radio1Connect a headset or a set of headphones to your device.2From your Home screen, tap .3Find and tap FM radio . The available channels appear as you scroll throughthe frequency band.When you start the FM radio, available channels appear automatically. If a channel has RDSinformation, it appears a few seconds after you start listening to the channel.To move between radio channels•Drag the frequency band left or right.To start a new search for radio channels1When the radio is open, press .2Tap Search for channels. The radio scans the whole frequency band, and allavailable channels are displayed.82This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To switch the radio sound to the speaker1When the radio is open, press .2Tap Play in speaker.To switch the sound back to the wired headset or headphones, press and tap Play inheadphones.To identify a song on the FM radio using TrackID™1While the song is playing on your device's FM radio, tap , then selectTrackID™.2A progress indicator appears while the TrackID™ application samples thesong. If identification is successful, you are presented with a result or a list ofpossible results.3To return to the FM Radio, tap .The TrackID™ application and the TrackID™ service are not supported in all countries/regions,or by all networks and/or service providers in all areas.Favourite radio channelsTo save a channel as a favourite1When the radio is open, navigate to the channel that you want to save as afavourite.2Tap .3Enter a name and select a colour for the channel, then press Save.To listen to a favourite radio channel1Tap .2Select an option.To remove a channel as a favourite1When the radio is open, navigate to the channel that you want to remove.2Tap , then tap Delete.Sound settingsTo switch between mono and stereo sound mode1When the radio is open, press .2Tap Enable stereo sound.3To listen to the radio in mono sound mode again, press and tap Force monosound.To select the radio region1When the radio is open, press .2Tap Set radio region.3Select an option.To adjust the Visualiser1When the radio is open, tap .2Tap Visualizer.3Select an option.83This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
CameraTaking photos and recording videos1 Front camera lens2 Zoom in or out3 Main camera screen4 Camera key – Activate the camera/Take photos/Record videos5 View photos and videos6 Take photos or record video clips7 Go back a step or exit the camera8 Capturing mode settings icon9 Camera settings icon and shortcut iconsTo take a photo from the lock screen1To activate the screen, briefly press the power key .2To activate the camera, touch and hold the camera icon , then drag it to theleft.3After the camera opens, tap .To take a photo using the camera key1Activate the camera.2Press the camera key fully down.To take a photo by tapping the on-screen camera button1Activate the camera.2Point the camera towards the subject.3Tap the on-screen camera button . The photo is taken as soon as yourelease your finger.To take a self-portrait using the front camera1Activate the camera.2Tap .3To take the photo, press the camera key. The photo is taken as soon as yourelease your finger.To use the still camera flash1When the camera is open, tap .2Select your desired flash setting.3Take the photo.84This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To use the zoom function•When the camera is open, press the volume key up or down.•When the camera is open, pinch in or pinch out on the camera screen.To record a video using the camera key1Activate the camera.2Tap , and select .3If the video camera is not selected, tap .4To start recording a video, press the camera key.5To stop recording, press the camera key again.To record a video1Activate the camera.2Point the camera towards the subject.3To start recording, tap .4To pause when recording a video, tap . To resume recording, tap .5To stop recording, tap .To take a photo when recording a video•To take a photo when recording a video, tap . The photo is taken as soon asyou release your finger.To view your photos and videos1Activate the camera, then tap a thumbnail to open a photo or video.2Flick left or right to view your photos and videos.To delete a photo or recorded video1Browse to the photo or video that you want to delete.2Tap the screen to make appear.3Tap .4Tap Delete to confirm.Face detectionYou can use face detection to bring an off-centre face into focus. The cameraautomatically detects up to five faces, indicated by white frames. A coloured frameshows which face has been selected for focus. Focus is set to the face closest to thecamera. You can also tap one of the frames to select which face should be in focus.To turn on face detection1Activate the camera.2Tap , then select .3Tap , then tap .4Tap Focus mode > Face detection.To take a photo using face detection1When the camera is open and Face detection turned on, point the camera atyour subject. Up to five faces can be detected, and each detected face isframed.2Press the camera key halfway down. A coloured frame shows which face is infocus.3To take the photo, press the camera key fully down.Using Smile Shutter™ to capture smiling facesUse Smile Shutter™ technology to photograph a face just as it smiles. The cameradetects up to five faces and selects one face for smile detection and auto focus.When the selected face smiles, the camera automatically takes a photo.85This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To turn on Smile Shutter™1Activate the camera.2Tap , then tap 3Tap Smile Shutter and select a smile level.To take a photo using Smile Shutter™1When the camera is open and Smile Shutter™ is turned on, point the cameraat your subject. The camera selects which face to focus on.2The face selected appears inside a coloured frame and the photo is takenautomatically.3If no smile is detected, press the camera key to take the photo manually.Adding the geographical position to your photosTurn on geotagging to add the approximate geographical location (a geotag) tophotos when you take them. The geographical location is determined either bywireless networks (mobile or Wi-Fi® networks) or GPS technology.When appears on the camera screen, geotagging is turned on but thegeographical position has not been found. When appears, geotagging is turned onand the geographical location is available, so your photo can get geotagged. Whenneither of these two symbols appears, geotagging is turned off.To turn on geotagging1From your Home screen, tap .2Tap Settings > Location.3Tap the on-off switch.4Activate the camera.5Tap , then tap .6Drag the slider beside Geotagging to the right.General camera settingsCapturing mode settings overviewSuperior autoOptimise your settings to suit any scene.ManualAdjust camera settings manually.Sound PhotoTake photos with background sound.AR funPlay in your camera view finder with virtual objects and enrich your photos or videos.Multi cameraRecord the same scene from multiple angles on a single screen.Face in pictureTake photos using the front and rear cameras at the same time.4K videoTake videos with 4K ultra high definition.Timeshift videoTake high frame rate videos and apply slow motion effects.Live on YouTubeBroadcast live video to YouTube™.Background defocusBlur the background of your photos to make your subject look sharper in comparison.AR effectTake photos or videos with virtual scenes and characters.86This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Creative effectApply effects to photos or videos.Info-eye™Find more information about what you see in your camera viewfinder.Timeshift burstFind the best photo from a burst of images.Social liveBroadcast live video to Facebook™.Sweep PanoramaTake wide-angle and panoramic photos.Portrait retouchTake photos with real-time portrait styles.Superior autoSuperior auto mode detects the conditions in which you are shooting andautomatically adjusts the settings to ensure that you take the best photo possible.Manual modeUse Manual mode when you want to manually adjust your camera settings for takingphotos and videos.AR effectYou can apply AR (augmented reality) effects to your photos or videos and makethem more fun. When using the camera, this setting lets you integrate 3D scenes intoyour photos or videos. Just select the scene you want and adjust its position in theviewfinder.Creative effectYou can apply different effects on your photos or videos. For example, you can add aNostalgic effect to make photos look older or a Sketch effect for a more fun image.Sweep PanoramaYou can take wide-angle and panoramic photos from the horizontal or verticaldirection in an easy press-and-sweep motion.To take a panoramic photo1Activate the camera.2Tap , then select .3To select a shooting direction, tap .4Press the camera key and move the camera slowly and steadily to the directionof movement indicated on the screen.Info-eye™The Info-eye™ application helps you search for information about things around youusing your camera viewfinder. For example, you can snap a photo of a landmark andreceive information about it right on your screen. Or you can take a photo of a bookor scan a QR code and get background information instantly.Info-eye™ can only recognise selected landmarks or objects.87This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To scan a barcode or QR code using Info-eye™1Activate the camera.2Tap , then select .3Point the camera at the barcode or QR code so that the code appears in theviewfinder, then take a photo of it.4Wait for a while until the photo is analysed. To view product information, touchand hold Product details , then drag upwards.Timeshift burstThe camera takes a burst of 61 photos in a window of two seconds – one secondbefore and after you press the camera key. So you can go back and find the perfectimage.To use Timeshift burst1Activate the camera.2Tap , then select .3To take photos, press the camera key fully down and then release it. Thephotos taken appear in thumbnail view.4Scroll through the thumbnails and select the photo that you want to save, thentap .Social liveSocial live is a camera shooting mode that lets you stream video live to yourFacebook™ page. You just need to have an active internet connection and be loggedinto Facebook™. Videos can be up to 10 minutes long.To broadcast live video using Social live1Activate the camera.2Tap , then select .3Log in to your Facebook™ account.4Tap to start broadcasting.5To take a photo during the broadcast, tap .6To stop broadcasting, tap .Timeshift videoYou can record video at the high frame rate of 120 frames per second and then applyeffects so that you can play back parts or all of the video in slow motion.Background defocus modeUse your camera's blurred background effect to make your subjects look sharper andmore vivid in comparison to their background. In Background defocus mode, thecamera takes two shots, identifies the background and then blurs it while keeping thesubject sharp and in focus. It's just like shooting with a digital SLR camera. You canselect from three different blur variations and tune the blur level in the previewdisplay.Face in pictureYou can use the Face in picture mode to turn on the front and main cameras at thesame time, so you can take a photo of yourself together with the subject.Multi camera modeMulti camera mode lets you take a photo that combines images from two differentangles and devices. You see two images in the camera viewfinder of your device –one from your own camera and one from a connected Xperia™ device or a Sonycamera that supports NFC and Wi-Fi direct technology. You can then edit what yousee in the viewfinder before taking a photo.88This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
So if you’re at a concert venue, for example, and you want to capture a photo thatcombines a view of the band from one angle and the audience from another, you canuse Multi camera mode for the best effect.You can set up Multi camera mode using NFC, which launches the pairing of the twodevices using Wi-Fi direct technology. Both devices must support NFC.To use Multi camera mode1Turn on the NFC functions on both devices that you want to connect.2Activate the camera on your device.3Tap , then select .4On the screens of both devices, tap .5Touch the NFC detection areas of each device to each other. Both devicesshould now connect using Wi-Fi direct technology.6Once the devices are connected, two images appear in the viewfinder of yourdevice – one from the viewfinder of your camera and another from theviewfinder of the connected device.7To edit the images in your viewfinder, tap .8Edit the images as desired. For example, you can tap and hold an image anddrag it to the other side of the viewfinder to change the order.9When you are finished editing and are ready to capture the final combinedimage, tap Done > .Portrait retouchYou can use the Portrait retouch feature to apply touch-up effects to portrait photosas you take them, to ensure the best results. You can also use the Magic beamsetting to brighten and smoothen the subject's skin while adding a spotlight patternfor the eyes.To use the Portrait retouch feature1Activate the camera.2Tap , then tap .3To display the style selector, swipe upwards on the screen, then select aportrait style for your photos.4To hide the style selector, tap the screen or swipe downwards.5To display the frame selector, swipe to the left, then select a decorative frame.6To hide the frame selector, tap the camera screen or swipe to the right.To use the Magic beam feature1Activate the camera.2Tap , then tap .3To enable the Magic beam feature, tap , then drag the slider beside Magicbeam to the right.4To apply an inside eye spotlight effect, select a customised pattern.Downloading camera applicationsYou can download free or paid camera applications from Google Play™ or othersources. Before you start downloading, make sure that you have a working Internetconnection, preferably over Wi-Fi® to limit data traffic charges.To download camera applications1Open the camera application.2Tap , then tap Downloadable .3Select the application that you want to download, and follow the instructions tocomplete the installation.Quick launchUse Quick launch settings to launch the camera when the screen is locked.89This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Launch onlyWhen this setting is activated, you can launch the camera when the screen is locked by pressing andholding down the camera key.Launch and captureWhen this setting is activated, you can launch the camera and capture a photo automatically when thescreen is locked by pressing and holding down the camera key.Launch and record videoWhen this setting is activated, you can launch the camera and start capturing video when the screen islocked by pressing and holding down the camera key.OffGeotaggingTag photos with details of where you took them.Touch captureIdentify a focus area, and then touch the camera screen with your finger. The photo istaken as soon as you release your finger.SoundChoose to turn on or turn off the shutter sound.Data storageYou can choose to save your data either to a removable SD card or to your device'sinternal storage.Internal storagePhotos or videos are saved on the device memory.SD cardPhotos or videos are saved on the SD card.Touch BlockActivate to disable the touch operation to avoid unintentional touches.White balanceThis function adjusts the colour balance according to the lighting conditions. Thewhite balance setting icon is available on the camera screen.AutoAdjusts the colour balance automatically to suit the lighting conditions.IncandescentAdjusts the colour balance for warm lighting conditions, such as under light bulbs.FluorescentAdjusts the colour balance for fluorescent lighting.DaylightAdjusts the colour balance for sunny outdoor conditions.CloudyAdjusts the colour balance for a cloudy sky.This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.90This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Still camera settingsTo adjust the still camera settings1Activate the camera.2To display all settings, tap .3Select the setting that you want to adjust, then edit as desired.Still camera settings overviewResolutionChoose between several resolutions and aspect ratios before taking a photo. A photowith a higher resolution requires more memory.20.7MP5248×3936(4:3)20.7 megapixel resolution with 4:3 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos you want to view on non-widescreendisplays or print in high resolution.15.5MP5248×2952(16:9)15.5 megapixel resolution with 16:9 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos you want to view on widescreendisplays.8MP3264×2448(4:3)8 megapixel resolution with 4:3 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos you want to view on non-widescreendisplays or print in high resolution.8MP3840×2160(16:9)8 megapixel resolution with 16:9 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos you want to view on widescreendisplays.3MP2048×1536(4:3)3 megapixel resolution with 4:3 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos you want to view on non-widescreendisplays or print in high resolution.2MP1920×1080(16:9)2 megapixel resolution with 16:9 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos you want to view on widescreendisplays.This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.Self-timerWith the self-timer, you can take a photo without holding the device. Use thisfunction to take self-portraits or group photos where everyone can be in the photo.You can also use the self-timer if you want to avoid shaking the camera when takingphotos.On (10 sec.)Set a 10-second delay from when you tap the camera screen until the photo is taken.On (2 sec.)Set a 2-second delay from when you tap the camera screen until the photo is taken.On (0.5 sec.)Set a half-second delay from when you tap the camera screen until the photo is taken.OffThe photo is taken as soon as you tap the camera screen.Smile Shutter™Use the Smile Shutter™ function to determine what kind of smile the camera reactsto before taking a photo.91This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Focus modeThe focus function controls which part of a photo should be sharp. When continuousautofocus is on, the camera keeps adjusting focus so that the area within the yellowfocus frame stays sharp.Single autofocusThe camera automatically focuses on the selected subject. Continuous autofocus is on. Touch and holdthe camera screen until the yellow focus frame turns blue, indicating that the focus is set. The photo istaken when you release your finger.Multi autofocusThe focus is automatically set on several areas of the image. Touch and hold the camera screen until theyellow focus frame turns blue, indicating that the focus is set. The photo is taken when you release yourfinger. Continuous autofocus is off.Face detectionThe camera automatically detects up to five human faces, indicated by frames on the screen. Thecamera automatically focuses on the nearest face. You can also select which face to focus on by tappingit on the screen. When you tap the camera screen, a blue frame shows which face is selected and infocus. Face detection cannot be used for all scene types. Continuous autofocus is on.Touch focusTouch a specific area on the camera screen to set the area of focus. Continuous autofocus is off. Touchand hold the camera screen until the yellow focus frame turns blue, indicating that the focus is set. Thephoto is taken when you release your finger.Object trackingWhen you select an object by touching it in the viewfinder, the camera tracks it for you.This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.HDRUse the HDR (High Dynamic Range) setting to take a photo against strong back lightor in conditions where the contrast is sharp. HDR compensates for the loss of detailand produces a picture that is representative of both dark and bright areas.This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.ISOYou can reduce image blurring caused by dark conditions or moving subjects byincreasing the ISO sensitivity.AutoSets the ISO sensitivity automatically.50Sets the ISO sensitivity to 50.100Sets the ISO sensitivity to 100.200Sets the ISO sensitivity to 200.400Sets the ISO sensitivity to 400.800Sets the ISO sensitivity to 800.1600Sets the ISO sensitivity to 1600.3200Sets the ISO sensitivity to 3200.This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.92This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
MeteringThis function automatically determines a well-balanced exposure by measuring theamount of light striking the image you want to capture.CenterMeasures the centre of the image, and determines the exposure based on the brightness of the subjectthere.SpotAdjusts the exposure in a very small part of the image that you want to capture.FaceMeasures the amount of light on the face, and adjusts the exposure so that the face is neither too dark ortoo bright.MultiDivides the image into multiple regions, and measures each region to determine a well-balancedexposure.This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.Image stabiliserWhen taking a photo, it can be difficult to hold the device steady. The stabiliser helpsyou by compensating for small movements of the hand.This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.PreviewYou can choose to preview photos or videos just after you shoot them.UnlimitedThe preview of the photo or video appears after you shoot it.5 secondsThe preview of the photo or video apears for 5 seconds after you shoot it.3 secondsThe preview of the photo or video appears for 3 seconds after you shoot it.EditThe photo or video opens for editing after you shoot it.OffThe photo or video is saved after you shoot it, and no preview appears.Face registrationYou can register faces with the Camera application so that the viewfinderautomatically focuses on these faces when they appear in the viewfinder.FlashUse the flash to take photos when lighting conditions are poor or when there is abacklight. The following options are available when you tap the flash icon on thecamera screen:AutoThe camera automatically determines if the lighting conditions require the use of a flash.Fill flashUse this setting when the background is brighter than the subject. This setting removes unwanteddark shadows.Red-eye reductionReduces the red colour of eyes when taking a photo.Off93This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
The flash is turned off. Sometimes photo quality can be better without the flash, even if lightingconditions are poor. Taking a good photo without using the flash requires a steady hand. Use theself-timer to avoid blurred photos.FlashlightThe flash light is turned on when you take photos.Scene selectionUse the Scene selection feature to quickly set up the camera for common situationsusing pre-programmed scenes. The camera determines a number of settings for youto fit the selected scene, ensuring the best possible photo.OffThe Scene selection feature is off and you can take photos manually.Soft skinTake photos of faces using an enhanced beauty effect.Soft snapUse for shooting photos against a soft background.Anti motion blurUse for minimising camera shake when shooting a slightly dark scene.LandscapeUse for landscape photos. The camera focuses on distant objects.Backlight correction HDRUse to improve details in high contrast shots. The built-in backlight correction analyses the imageand automatically adjusts it to give you a perfectly lit shot.Night portraitUse for portrait photos taken at night or in poorly lit environments. Due to long exposure time, thecamera must be held still or placed on a stable surface.Night sceneUse when taking photos at night or in poorly lit environments. Due to long exposure time, thecamera must be held still or placed on a stable surface.Hand-held twilightUse for taking hand-held low-light photos with reduced noise and blur.High sensitivityUse for taking photos without a flash under low light conditions. Reduces blur.GourmetUse for shooting food arrangements in bright colour.PetUse for taking photos of your pet. Reduces blur and red eyes.BeachUse for taking photos of seaside or lakeside scenes.SnowUse in bright environments to avoid overexposed photos.PartyUse for indoor photos in poorly lit environments. This scene picks up indoor background lightingor candlelight. Due to long exposure time, the camera must be held still or placed on a stablesurface.SportsUse for photos of fast-moving objects. Short exposure time minimises motion blurring.DocumentUse for photos of text or drawings. Gives the photo increased, sharper contrast.FireworksUse for taking photos of fireworks in all their splendour.This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.94This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Video camera settingsTo adjust the video camera settings1Activate the camera.2Tap one of the settings icons on the screen.3To display all settings, tap .4Select the setting that you want to adjust, then make your changes.Video camera settings overviewVideo resolutionAdjust the video resolution for different formats.Full HD (30 fps)1920×1080(16:9)Full HD (Full High Definition) format with 30 fps and 16:9 aspect ratio.Full HD (60 fps)1920×1080(16:9)Full HD (Full High Definition) format with 60 fps and 16:9 aspect ratio.HD1280×720(16:9)HD (High Definition) format with 16:9 aspect ratio.VGA640×480(4:3)VGA format with 4:3 aspect ratio.MMSRecord videos suitable for sending in multimedia messages. The recording time of this video format islimited so that video files can fit in a multimedia message.This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.Self-timerWith the self-timer, you can record a video without holding the device. Use it torecord group videos where everyone can be in the video. You can also use the self-timer if you want to avoid shaking the camera when recording videos.On (10 sec.)Set a 10-second delay from when you tap the camera screen until the video begins to record.On (2 sec.)Set a 2-second delay from when you tap the camera screen until the video begins to record.On (0.5 sec.)Set a half-second delay from when you tap the camera screen until the video begins to record.OffThe video begins to record as soon as you tap the camera screen.Smile Shutter™(video)Use the Smile Shutter™ function to determine what kind of smile the camera reactsto before recording a video.Focus modeThe focus setting controls which part of a video should be sharp. When continuousautofocus is on, the camera keeps adjusting focus so that the area within the whitefocus frame stays sharp.Single autofocusThe camera automatically focuses on the selected subject. Continuous autofocus is on.95This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Face detectionThe camera automatically detects up to five human faces, indicated by frames on the screen. Thecamera automatically focuses on the nearest face. You can also select which face to focus on by tappingit on the screen. When you tap the camera screen, a yellow frame shows which face is selected and infocus. Face detection cannot be used for all scene types. Continuous autofocus is on.Object trackingWhen you select an object by touching it in the viewfinder, the camera tracks it for you.This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.HDR videoUse the video HDR (High-Dynamic Range) setting to record a video against strongback light or in conditions where the contrast is sharp. Video HDR compensates forthe loss of detail and produces a picture that is representative of both dark and brightareas.This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.MeteringThis function automatically determines a well-balanced exposure by measuring theamount of light striking the image you want to capture.CenterMeasures the centre of the image, and determines the exposure based on the brightness of the subjectthere.SpotAdjusts the exposure in a very small part of the image that you want to capture.FaceMeasures the amount of light on the face, and adjusts the exposure so that the face is neither too dark ortoo bright.MultiDivides the image into multiple regions, and measures each region to determine a well-balancedexposure.This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.SteadyShot™When recording a video, it can be difficult to hold the device steady. The stabiliserhelps by compensating for the small movements of your hand.Intelligent activeActivate to remove the overall and detailed camera shakes.StandardActivate to remove the high-frequency camera shakes.OffThe stabiliser is turned off.MicrophoneSelect whether to pick up the surrounding sound when recording videos.PreviewYou can choose to preview videos just after you shoot them.OnThe preview of the video appears after you shoot it.EditThe video opens for editing after you shoot it.96This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
OffThe video is saved after you shoot it, and no preview appears.FlashUse the flash light to record videos when lighting conditions are poor or when there isa backlight. The video flash icon is only available on the video camera screen.Note that the video quality can sometimes be better without a light even if lightingconditions are poor.OnOffScene selectionThe Scene selection feature helps you to quickly set up the camera for commonsituations using pre-programmed video scenes. The camera determines a number ofsettings for you to fit the selected scene, ensuring the best possible video.OffThe Scene selection feature is off and you can shoot videos manually.Soft snapUse for shooting videos against soft backgrounds.LandscapeUse for videos of landscapes. The camera focuses on distant objects.NightWhen turned on, light sensitivity is increased. Use in poorly lit environments. Videos of fast-moving objects may get blurred. Hold your hand steady, or use a support. Turn off night modewhen lighting conditions are good, to improve the video quality.BeachUse for videos of seaside or lakeside scenes.SnowUse in bright environments to avoid overexposed videos.SportsUse for videos of fast-moving objects. Short exposure time minimises motion blurring.PartyUse for indoor videos in poorly lit environments. This scene picks up indoor background lightingor candlelight. Videos of fast-moving objects may get blurred. Hold your hand steady, or use asupport.This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.97This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Photos and videos in AlbumViewing photos and videosUse the Album application to view photos and play videos that you’ve taken with yourcamera, or to view similar content that you've saved to your device. All photos andvideos are displayed in a chronologically ordered grid.1 Tap the icon to open the Album home screen menu2 View menu options3 A slideshow of all your images, or the ones you added to favourites4 Drag the left edge of the screen to the right to open the Album home screen menu5 The date of items in the group6 Tap a photo or video to view it7 Scroll up or down to view contentTo view photos and videos1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Album.3Tap a photo or video that you want to view, then tap Album > Just once.4Flick left to view the next photo or video. Flick right to view the previous photoor video.If you want to change an application that you have chosen as the default to always openphotos or videos, tap Settings > Apps and swipe over to the All tab, then select the applicationand tap Clear defaults under Launch by default.If the screen orientation does not change automatically when you turn your device sideways,activate the Auto-rotate screen button under Settings > Display > Screen rotation.To change the size of the thumbnails•When viewing thumbnails of photos and videos in Album, spread two fingersapart to zoom in, or pinch two fingers together to zoom out.To zoom a photo•When you are viewing a photo, spread two fingers apart to zoom in, or pinch twofingers together to zoom out.98This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To watch a slideshow of your photos1When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap > Slideshow to start playing all the photos in an album.2Tap a photo to end the slideshow.To watch a slideshow of your photos with music1When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap > SensMe™ slideshow.2Select the music and theme that you want to use for the slideshow, then tap. The Album application analyses your photos and uses SensMe™ musicdata to play a slideshow.3To pause playing, tap the screen to display the controls, then tap .To play a video1In Album, find and tap the video that you want to play.2Tap , then tap Movies > Just once.3If the playback controls are not displayed, tap the screen to display them. Tohide the controls, tap the screen again.To pause a video1When a video is playing, tap the screen to display the controls.2Tap .To fast forward and rewind a video1When a video is playing, tap the screen to display the controls.2Drag the progress bar marker left to rewind, or right to fast forward.To adjust the volume of a video•Press the volume key.Sharing and managing photos and videosYou can share photos and videos that you’ve stored on your device. You can alsomanage them in different ways. For example, you can work with photos in batches,delete photos and link them to contacts.You might not be able to copy, send or transfer copyright-protected items. Also, some itemsmay not send if the file size is too large.To share a photo or video1In Album, find and tap the photo or video that you want to share.2Tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap .3Tap the application that you want to use to share the photo, then follow thesteps to send it.To use a photo as a contact picture1When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap > Use as > Contact picture.2If asked, select Contacts > Just once, then select a contact.To use a photo as wallpaper1When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap > Use as > Wallpaper.2Follow the instructions on the screen.99This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To rotate a photo1When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap.2Select Rotate. The photo is saved in the new orientation.To delete a photo or video1When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap.2Tap Delete.To work with batches of photos or videos in Album1When viewing thumbnails of photos and videos in Album, tap , then tap Selectitems.2Tap the items that you want to work with. Selected items are indicated by ablue frame.3Use the tools in the toolbars to work with your selected items.To activate selection mode, you can also touch and hold an item until its frame turns blue.Then you can tap other items to select them.Analysing photos with faces in AlbumYou can analyse any photos on your device that feature people's faces. Onceactivated, the photo analysis feature stays on, and new photos get analysed as theyare added. After running an analysis, you can then group all photos of the sameperson in one folder.To turn on the photo analysis feature1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Album.3Drag the left edge of the Album home screen to the right, then tap Faces. Allphotos on your device get analysed and grouped in the Unnamed faces folder.To name a face1In the Faces tile, tap the Unnamed faces folder, then browse to the Other facesfolder and choose the face that you want to name.2Tap Add name.3Type a name, then tap Done > Add as new person.To edit a face name1When you are viewing a face in full screen view, tap the screen to display thetoolbars, then tap > Edit name tags.2Tap OK.3Tap the name of the face that you want to edit.4Edit the name, then tap Done >Add as new person.Editing photos with the Photo editor applicationYou can edit and apply effects to original photos that you’ve taken with your camera.For example, you can change the light effects. After you save the edited photo, theoriginal unchanged version of the photo remains on your device.To edit a photo•When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap.100This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To crop a photo1When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap.2If prompted, select Photo editor > Just once.3Tap > Crop.4Select an option.5To adjust the crop frame, touch and hold the edge of the crop frame. When thesquares at the edges disappear, drag inward or outward to resize the frame.6To resize all sides of the crop frame at the same time, touch and hold one ofthe four corners to make the squares at the edges disappear, then drag thecorner accordingly.7To move the crop frame to another area of the photo, touch and hold inside theframe, then drag it to the desired position.8Tap Apply.9To save a copy of the photo as you cropped it, tap Save.To apply special effects to a photo1When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap.2If prompted, select Photo editor > Just once.3Tap , then select an option.4Edit the photo as desired, then tap Save.Editing videos with the Movie Creator applicationYou can edit videos that you’ve taken with your camera. For example, you can trim avideo to the desired length or adjust the speed of a video. After you save the editedvideo, the original unchanged version of the video remains on your device.To trim a video1While the video is playing, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap >Trim.2To move the trim frame to another part of the timeline, touch and hold the edgeof the trim frame and drag it to the desired position, then tap Apply.3To save a copy of the trimmed video, tap Save.To adjust the speed of a video1While the video is playing, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap >Speed.2Select an option, then touch and hold the edge of the timeline and drag it tothe desired position and tap Apply3To save a copy of the edited video, tap Save.Hiding photos and videosYou can hide any photos and videos from the Album home screen. Once photos andvideos are hidden from the Album home screen, they can only be viewed from theHidden folder.To hide a photo or video1In Album, find and tap the photo or video that you want to hide.2Tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap .3Tap Hide > OK.101This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To view your hidden photos and videos1In Album, drag the left edge of the Album home screen to the right, then tapHidden.2Tap a photo or video to view it.3Flick left to view the next photo or video. Flick right to view the previous photoor video.To unhide a photo or video1In Album, drag the left edge of the Album home screen to the right, then tapHidden.2Tap a photo or video that you want to unhide.3Tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap .4Tap Don't hide.Album home screen menuThrough the Album home screen menu you can browse to all your photo albums,including albums of photos and videos taken with the camera as well as content thatyou share online via services such as PlayMemories Online, Picasa™ and Facebook.Once you are logged in to such services, you can manage content, comment onphotos and videos, and view comments from friends. From the Album application,you can also add geotags to photos, perform basic editing tasks, and use methodssuch as Bluetooth® wireless technology and email to share content.1 View photos and videos using the PlayMemories Online service2 Return to the Album application home screen3 View all photos and videos taken with your device’s camera4 View all photos and videos saved to your device in different folders5 View your favorite photos and videos6 View all photos with faces7 View your photos on a map or in globe mode8 View photos and videos on the same network9 View photos and videos on Facebook™10 View photos and videos on Picasa™11 Scroll up or down to view contentThe PlayMemories Online service is not available in all countries or regions.102This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To view photos from online services in Album1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Album, then drag the left edge of the Album home screen to theright.3Tap the desired online service, then follow the on-screen instructions to getstarted with it. All available online albums that you have uploaded to theservice are displayed.4Tap any album to view its content, then tap a photo in the album.5Flick left to view the next photo or video. Flick right to view the previous photoor video.To view and add comments to online album content1When viewing a photo from an online album, tap the screen to display thetoolbars, then tap to view the comments.2Enter your comments in the input field, then tap Post.To "Like" a photo or video on Facebook™•While viewing a photo or video from one of your Facebook™ albums, tap thescreen to display the toolbars, then tap to show that you "Like" the item onFacebook™.Viewing your photos on a mapAdding location information to photos is referred to as geotagging. You can view andtag your photos on a map and show friends and family where you were when youtook a particular photo. See Adding the geographical position to your photos onpage 86 for more information.If you have turned on location detection and activated geotagging in the camera, you can tagyour photos directly for map viewing at a later stage.1 View geotagged photos in Globe view2 Search a location on the map3 View menu options4 Double tap to zoom in. Pinch to zoom out. Drag to view different parts of the map5 A group of photos and/or videos geotagged with the same location6 Thumbnails of the selected group of photos and/or videos. Tap an item to view it in full screenIf several photos were taken at the same location, only one of them appears on the map. Thetotal number of photos appears in the top right corner, for example, . To view all photos inthe group, tap the cover photo and then tap one of the thumbnails at the bottom of thescreen.103This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To add a geotag to a photo1When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tapTap to set location to open the map screen.2Find and tap the desired location to put the photo on the map.3To adjust the location of the photo, tap the location on the map to where youwant to move the photo.4When you are finished, tap OK to save the geotag and return to the photoviewer.To view geotagged photos on a map1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Album.3Drag the left edge of the Album home screen to the right, then tap Places.4Tap the photo that you want to view on a map.To view geotagged photos on a globe1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Album.3Drag the left edge of the Album home screen to the right, then tap Places > .4Tap the photo that you want to view on a globe.To change the geotag of a photo1When viewing a photo on the map in Album, touch and hold the photo until itsframe turns blue, then tap the desired location on the map.2Tap OK.To change the map view•When viewing the map in Album, tap , then select Classic view or Satellite view.104This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
VideosWatching videos in the Movies applicationUse the Movies application to play movies and other video content that you’ve savedor downloaded to your device. The Movies application also helps you get poster art,plot summaries, genre info and director details for each movie. You can also playyour movies on other devices that are connected to the same network.Some video files may not be playable in the Movies application.1 View menu options2 Display the most recently played video3 Drag the left edge of the screen to the right to browse all downloaded and saved videos4 Tap to play saved or downloaded video files5 Scroll up or down to view contentSony Entertainment Network with Video Unlimited is not available in every market. Additionalterms and conditions apply.To play a video in Movies1From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Movies.2Find and tap the video that you want to play. If the video is not displayed onthe screen, drag the left edge of the screen to the right to open the Movieshome screen menu, then find and tap the video that you want to play.3To display or hide the controls, tap the screen.4To pause playing, tap . To resume playing, tap .5To rewind, drag the progress bar marker to the left. To fast forward, drag theprogress bar marker to the right.To play a video on an external device1When the video is playing, tap the screen to display all the controls.2Tap > Throw.3Select an external device on which to play the video. If there is no externaldevice available, follow the on-screen instructions to add one.To change settings in Movies1From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Movies.2Tap > Settings, then change the settings as desired.105This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To change the sound settings while a video is playing1While a video is playing, tap the screen to display the controls.2Tap > Audio settings, then change the settings as desired.3When you're finished, tap OK.To share a video1When a video saved under Movies or TV shows is playing, tap , then tapShare.2Tap the application that you want to use to share the selected video, thenfollow the relevant steps to send it.Transferring video content to your deviceBefore you start using the Movies application, it’s a good idea to transfer movies, TVshows and other video content to your device from other devices, such as acomputer. There are several ways to transfer your content:•Connect your device to a computer using a USB cable and drag and drop the videofiles directly using the file manager application on the computer. See Managing filesusing a computer on page 132.•If you have a PC, use the Media Go™ application from Sony to organise content andtransfer video files to your device via the PC. To learn more and download the MediaGo™ application, go to http://mediago.sony.com/enu/features.•If your computer is an Apple® Mac®, you can use Sony Bridge for Mac to transfervideo files from iTunes to your device. To learn more and download Sony Bridge forMac, go to www.sonymobile.com/global-en/tools/bridge-for-mac/.Managing video contentTo get movie information manually1Make sure that your device has an active data connection.2From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Movies.3Drag the left edge of the screen to the right to open the Movies home screenmenu, then browse through the different categories and to the video file thatyou want to get information.4Touch and hold the thumbnail for the video, then tap Search for info.5In the search field, enter keywords for the video, then tap the confirm key onthe keyboard. All matches are displayed in a list.6Select a search result, then tap Done. The download of the information begins.You can get information about newly added videos automatically every time the Moviesapplication opens if you mark the Get video details checkbox under Settings.If the downloaded information is not correct, search again using different keywords.To clear information about a video1From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Movies.2Drag the left edge of the screen to the right to open the Movies home screenmenu, then browse through the different categories and to the video file thatyou want to edit.3Touch and hold the video thumbnail, then tap Clear info.To delete a video1From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Movies.2Drag the left edge of the screen to the right to open the Movies home screenmenu, then browse through the different categories and to the video file thatyou want to delete.3Touch and hold the video thumbnail, then tap Delete from the list that appears.4Tap Delete again to confirm.106This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Movie CreatorThe Xperia™ Movie Creator automatically creates short videos of around 30 secondsin length using existing photos and videos. The application automatically determinesthe timeline to create its movie. For example, it could take a selection of photos andvideos from a Saturday afternoon outing or from a random three-day period andcreate a movie for you. When this highlight-style movie is ready, you get notified. Youcan then edit it as desired. For example, you can edit the title, delete scenes orchange the music.To open Movie Creator1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Movie Creator.If no photos or videos are saved on your device, no functionality is available when you openthe Movie Creator application.To turn off Movie Creator notifications1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Movie Creator.3Tap , then tap Settings and deactivate Notifications.To disable Movie Creator1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Apps > All.3Find and tap Movie Creator > Disable.Video Unlimited serviceUse the Video Unlimited service to buy and rent movies or TV shows that you canview not only on your Android™ device, but also on a PC, PlayStation® Portable(PSP®), PlayStation® 3, PlayStation® 4 or PlayStation® Vita. Select your pick from thelatest Hollywood releases, action movies, comedies, classics, and a range of othercategories.You need to create a Sony Entertainment Network account if you want to buy or rentmovies through the Video Unlimited service. If you already have a PlayStation®network account, then you can use that account instead.If you are using a device with multiple users, you must log in as the owner, that is, the primaryuser, to use the Video Unlimited service.Sony Entertainment Network with Video Unlimited is not available in every market. Additionalterms and conditions apply.To get started with Video Unlimited1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap , then follow the on-screen instructions to get started with VideoUnlimited.107This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
ConnectivityMirroring the screen of your device on a TV using a cableYou can connect your device to a TV set using an MHL cable or an HDMI cable andview content saved in your device on the TV screen. When you connect your deviceusing either an MHL or an HDMI cable to a compatible TV set, the TV launcherapplication opens. This application plays media files stored on your device anddisplays them on TVs and other devices.MHL and HDMI cables and adaptors are sold separately.To view content from your device on a TV which supports MHL input1Connect your device to the TV using an MHL cable. appears in yourdevice's status bar after a connection is established.2The TV displays the screen of your device.To view content from your device on a TV which supports HDMI™ input1Connect your device to an MHL adaptor, and connect the adaptor to a USBpower supply.2Connect the adaptor to a TV using an HDMI™ cable. appears in yourdevice's status bar after a connection is established.3The TV displays the screen of your device.To view help about using a TV remote control1While your device is connected to the TV set, drag the status bar downwardsto open the Notification panel.2Tap MHL connected. The MHL settings appear on the TV screen.3Select Remote control usage.You can select Video Output Size to adjust the size of the output on the TV screen. If the TValready has an auto scaling option enabled, this setting does not appear under the MHLsettings.You can also press the yellow button on the TV remote control to open the Notification panel.To disconnect your device from the TV set•Disconnect the MHL™ cable or the MHL adaptor from your device.Mirroring the screen of your device wirelessly on a TVYou can use Screen mirroring feature to show the screen of your device on a TV orother large display without using a cable connection. Wi-Fi Direct™ technologycreates a wireless connection between the two devices, so you can sit back andenjoy your favourite photos from the comfort of your couch. You can also use thisfeature to listen to music from your device via the TV's speakers.Your TV must support screen mirroring based on Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Miracast™ for thefunctionality described above to work. If your TV does not support screen mirroring, you mayneed to purchase a wireless display adapter separately.When using screen mirroring, the image quality may sometimes be negatively impacted if thereis interference from other Wi-Fi® networks.108This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To mirror the screen of your device on a TV screen1TV: Follow the instructions in the User guide of your TV to turn on the screenmirroring function.2Your device: From your Home screen, tap .3Find and tap Settings > Xperia™ Connectivity > Screen mirroring.4Tap Start.5Tap OK and select a device.When using screen mirroring, do not cover the Wi-Fi antenna area of your device.Your TV must support screen mirroring based on Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Miracast™ for thefunctionality described above to work.To stop screen mirroring between devices1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Xperia™ Connectivity > Screen mirroring.3Tap Disconnect, then tap OK.Sharing content with DLNA Certified™ devicesYou can view or play media content saved to your device on other devices such as,for example, a TV, or a computer. Such devices must be DLNA Certified™ by theDigital Living Network Alliance and all devices must be connected to the same Wi-Fi® network in order for content to be shared. You can also view or play content fromother DLNA Certified™ devices on your device.After you set up the sharing of content between devices, you can, for example, listento music files stored on your home computer from your device, or view photos takenwith your device's camera on a large-screen TV.Playing files from DLNA Certified™ devices on your deviceWhen you play files from another DLNA Certified™ device on your device, this otherdevice acts as a server. In other words, it shares content over a network. The serverdevice must have its content sharing function enabled and give access permission toyour device. It also must be connected to the same Wi-Fi® network as your device.To play a shared track on your device1Make sure the devices that you want to share files with are connected to thesame Wi-Fi® network as your device.2From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap .3Drag the left edge of the Walkman® home screen to the right, and tap Devices.4Select a device from the list of connected devices.5Browse the folders of the connected device and select the track that you wantto play. The track starts playing automatically.To play a shared video on your device1Make sure the devices that you want to share files with are connected to thesame Wi-Fi® network as your device.2From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Movies.3Drag the left edge of the Movies home screen to the right, and tap Devices.4Select a device from the list of connected devices.5Browse the folders of the connected device and select the video that you wantto play.109This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To view a shared photo on your device1Make sure the devices that you want to share files with are connected to thesame Wi-Fi® network as your device.2From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Album.3Drag the left edge of the Album home screen to the right, and tap Devices.4Select a device from the list of connected devices.5Browse the folders of the connected device and select a photo to view it.Playing files from your device on DLNA Certified™ devicesBefore you can view or play media files from your device on other DLNA Certified™devices, you must set up file sharing on your device. The devices that you sharecontent with are called client devices. For example, a TV, computer or tablet can actas client devices. Your device works as a media server when it makes contentavailable to client devices. When you set up file sharing on your device, you mustalso give access permission to client devices. After you do so, such devices appearas registered devices. Devices that are waiting for access permission are listed aspending devices.To set up file sharing with other DLNA Certified™ devices1Connect your device to a Wi-Fi® network.2From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap .3Tap , then tap Media server.4To turn on the Share media function, drag the slider. appears in the statusbar. Your device can now work as a media server.5Connect your computer or other devices to the same Wi-Fi® network as yourdevice.6A notification appears in the status bar of your device. Open the notificationand set access permissions for each device.The instructions for setting up file sharing using DLNA™ differ depending on the client device.Refer to your client device User guide for more information. If the device cannot connect to aclient on the network, check if your Wi-Fi® network is working.You can also access the Media server menu under Settings > Xperia™ Connectivity > Mediaserver settings. If you close the Media server view, the file sharing function stays running inthe background.To stop sharing files with other DLNA Certified™ devices1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Xperia™ Connectivity > Media server settings.3Drag the slider beside Share media to the left.To set access permissions for a pending device1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Xperia™ Connectivity > Media server settings.3Select a device from the Pending devices list.4Select an access permission level.To change the name of a registered device1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Xperia™ Connectivity > Media server settings.3Select a device from the Registered devices list, then select Change name.4Enter a new name for the device.To change the access level of a registered device1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Xperia™ Connectivity > Media server settings.3Select a device from the Registered devices list.4Tap Change access level and select an option.110This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To get help about sharing content with other DLNA Certified™ devices1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Xperia™ Connectivity > Media server settings.3Tap .Playing files on a Digital Media Renderer deviceUsing DLNA™ technology, you can push media content saved on your device toanother device connected to the same Wi-Fi® network. The other device must beable to function as a Digital Media Renderer (DMR) device, which means that it canrender, or play, content received from your device. A DMR device can be, forexample, a TV with DLNA function, or a PC running Windows® 7 or higher.The settings for enabling the Digital Media Renderer may vary depending on the device used.Refer to the user guide for the respective device for more detailed information.Content with Digital Rights Management (DRM) cannot be played on a Digital Media Rendererdevice using DLNA™ technology.To view photos or videos from your device on a DMR device1Make sure that you have correctly set up the DMR device and that it isconnected to the same Wi-Fi® network as your device.2From your Home screen, tap .3Find and tap Album.4Browse and open the photos or videos that you want to view.5Tap the screen to display the toolbar, then tap and select a DMR devicethat you want to share your content with. The selected content start playing inchronological order on the device that you select.6To disconnect from the DMR device, tap and select Disconnect. The filestops playing on the DMR device but continues playing on your device.You can also share a video from the Movies application on your device by tapping the videoand then tapping .To play a music track from your device on a DMR device1Make sure that you have correctly set up the DMR device and that it isconnected to the same Wi-Fi® network as your device.2From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap .3Select a music category and browse to the track that you want to share, thentap the track.4Tap and select a DMR device to share your content with. The track playsautomatically on the device that you select.5To disconnect from the DMR device, tap and select your device. The trackstops playing on the DMR device but continues playing on your device.Connecting your device to USB mass storage devicesYou can use a USB Host adapter to connect your device to USB mass storagedevices.USB Host adapters are sold separately. Sony does not guarantee that all USB mass storagedevices are supported by your device.To access content on a USB mass storage device using a USB Host adapter1Attach the USB Host adapter to your device, then connect the adapter to theUSB mass storage device.2To access files and folders on the USB storage device, use a file manager appsuch as File Commander.You can also open the relevant media application on your device to view content directly. Forexample, open the Album application to view photos stored on the USB mass storage device,or open the Walkman application to play music files.111This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To disconnect a USB mass storage device1Drag down the status bar to open the Notification Panel and tap USB storageconnected.2Tap OK.3Detach the USB Host adapter from your device.Connecting your device to a DUALSHOCK™ series wirelesscontrollerYou can play games stored on your device using a DUALSHOCK™ series wirelesscontroller. You can also mirror your device on a TV or other display. For moreinformation about Screen mirroring, refer to the relevant section of the User guide.To set up a connection with a DUALSHOCK™3 wireless controller1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Xperia™ Connectivity > DUALSHOCK™ series >DUALSHOCK™3.3Tap Pair controller and follow the on-screen instructions.To connect a DUALSHOCK™4 wireless controller to your device1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Xperia™ Connectivity > DUALSHOCK™ series.3Select DUALSHOCK™4, then follow the on-screen instructions to completethe connection.NFCUse Near Field Communications (NFC) to share data with other devices, such as avideo, photo, web page address, music file or contact. You can also use NFC to scantags that give you more information about a product or service as well as tags thatactivate certain functions on your device.NFC is a wireless technology with a maximum range of one centimetre, so thedevices sharing data must be held close to each other. Before you can use NFC, youmust first turn on the NFC function, and the screen of your device must be active.NFC may not be available in all countries and/or regions.To turn on the NFC function1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > More.3Tap the on-off switch beside NFC.To share a contact with another device using NFC1Make sure that both devices have the NFC function turned on, and that bothscreens are active.2To view contacts, go to your Home screen, tap , then tap .3Tap the contact that you want to share.4Hold your device and the receiving device back to back so that the NFCdetection areas of each device touch each other. When the devices connect, athumbnail of the contact appears.5Tap the thumbnail to start the transfer.6When the transfer is done, the contact information is displayed on the screenof the receiving device and is also saved on the receiving device.112This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To share a music file with another device using NFC1Make sure that both your device and the receiving device have the NFCfunction turned on, and that both screens are active.2To open the Walkman® application, tap , then find and tap .3Select a music category and browse to the track you want to share.4Tap the track to play it. You can then tap to pause the track. The transferworks whether the track is playing or paused.5Hold your device and the receiving device back to back so that the NFCdetection areas of each device touch each other. When the devices connect, athumbnail of the track appears.6Tap the thumbnail to start the transfer.7When the transfer is done, the music file plays immediately on the receivingdevice. At the same time, the file is saved on the receiving device.To share a photo or video with another device using NFC1Make sure that both devices have the NFC function turned on, and that bothscreens are active.2To view photos and videos in your device, go to your Home screen, tap ,then find and tap Album.3Tap the photo or video that you want to share.4Hold your device and the receiving device back to back so that the NFCdetection areas of each device touch each other. When the devices connect, athumbnail of the track appears.5Tap the thumbnail to start the transfer.6When the transfer is done, the photo or video is displayed on the screen of thereceiving device. At the same time, the item is saved on the receiving device.To share a web address with another device using NFC1Make sure that both devices have the NFC function turned on, and that bothscreens are active.2From your Home screen, tap .3To open the web browser, find and tap .4Load the web page that you want to share.5Hold your device and the receiving device back to back so that the NFCdetection areas of each device touch each other. When the devices connect, athumbnail appears.6Tap the thumbnail to start the transfer.7When the transfer is done, the web page is displayed on the screen of thereceiving device.Scanning NFC tagsYour device can scan various kinds of NFC tags. For example, it can scan embeddedtags on a poster, on a billboard advertisement, or beside a product in a retail store.You can receive additional information, such as a web address.To scan an NFC tag1Make sure that your device has the NFC function turned on and that the screenis active.2Place your device over the tag so that the NFC detection area touches it. Yourdevice scans the tag and displays the content collected. Tap the content of thetag to open it.Connecting to an NFC compatible deviceYou can connect your device to other NFC compatible devices produced by Sony,such as a speaker or a headphone. When establishing this kind of connection, referto the User guide of the compatible device for more information.You may need to have Wi-Fi® or Bluetooth® activated on both devices for the connection towork.113This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Bluetooth® wireless technologyUse the Bluetooth® function to send files to other Bluetooth® compatible devices, orto connect to handsfree accessories.Bluetooth® connections work better within 10metres (33 feet), with no solid objects in between. In some cases you have tomanually pair your device with other Bluetooth® devices.Interoperability and compatibility among Bluetooth® devices can vary.If you are using a device with multiple users, each user can change the Bluetooth® settings,and the changes affect all users.To turn on the Bluetooth® function1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth.3Tap the on-off switch beside Bluetooth so that the Bluetooth® function isturned on. Your device is now visible to nearby devices and a list of availableBluetooth® devices appears.Naming your deviceYou can give your device a name. This name is shown to other devices after youhave turned on the Bluetooth® function and your device is set to visible.To give your device a name1Make sure that the Bluetooth® function is turned on.2From your Home screen, tap .3Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth.4Tap > Rename this device.5Enter a name for your device.6Tap Rename.Pairing with another Bluetooth® deviceWhen you pair your device with another device, you can, for example, connect yourdevice to a Bluetooth® headset or a Bluetooth® car kit and use these other devices toshare music.Once you pair your device with another Bluetooth® device, your device remembersthis pairing. When pairing your device with a Bluetooth® device, you may need toenter a passcode. Your device will automatically try the generic passcode 0000. Ifthis does not work, refer to the user guide for your Bluetooth® device to get thedevice passcode. You do not need to re-enter the passcode the next time youconnect to a previously paired Bluetooth® device.Some Bluetooth® devices, for example, most Bluetooth® headsets, require you to both pairand connect with the other device.You can pair your device with several Bluetooth® devices, but you can only connect to oneBluetooth® profile at the same time.114This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To pair your device with another Bluetooth® device1Make sure that the device you want to pair with has the Bluetooth® functionactivated and is visible to other Bluetooth® devices.2From your device’s Home screen, tap .3Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth.4Drag the slider beside Bluetooth to turn on the Bluetooth® function. A list ofavailable Bluetooth® devices appears.5Tap the Bluetooth® device that you want to pair with.6Enter a passcode, if required, or confirm the same passcode on both devices.To connect your device to another Bluetooth® device1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth.3Tap the Bluetooth® device to which you want to connect.To unpair a Bluetooth® device1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth.3Under Paired devices, tap beside the name of the device that you want tounpair.4Tap Forget.Sending and receiving items using Bluetooth® technologyShare items with other Bluetooth® compatible devices such as phones or computers.You can send and receive several kinds of items using the Bluetooth® function, suchas:•Photos and videos•Music and other audio files•Contacts•Web pagesTo send items using Bluetooth®1Receiving device: Make sure the Bluetooth® function is turned on and that thedevice is visible to other Bluetooth® devices.2Sending device: Open the application which contains the item that you want tosend, and scroll to the item.3Depending on the application and on the item that you want to send, you mayneed to, for example, touch and hold the item, open the item, and press .Other ways to send an item may exist.4Select Bluetooth.5Turn on Bluetooth® if you are asked to do so.6Tap the name of the receiving device.7Receiving device: If asked, accept the connection.8Sending device: If asked, confirm the transfer to the receiving device.9Receiving device: Accept the incoming item.115This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To receive items using Bluetooth®1Make sure that the Bluetooth® function is on and is visible to other Bluetooth®devices.2The sending device now starts sending data to your device.3If prompted, enter the same passcode on both devices, or confirm thesuggested passcode.4When you are notified of an incoming file to your device, drag the status bardownwards and tap the notification to accept the file transfer.5Tap Accept to start the file transfer.6To view the progress of the transfer, drag the status bar downwards.7To open a received item, drag the status bar downwards and tap the relevantnotification.To view files you have received using Bluetooth®1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth.3Press and select Show received files.One-touch setupYou can use the One-touch setup function to automatically launch the setup ofseveral features that work wirelessly between two Xperia™ devices. For example, youcan use One-touch setup to launch the configuration of basic settings for Screenmirroring and Xperia Link™. Once you’ve completed the setup, then you only needone touch every time to launch these features.The One-touch setup function is activated using NFC. Other one-touch featuresinclude Bluetooth® and Media Server. For more information about the setup ofScreen mirroring, Media Server, NFC and Bluetooth®, refer to the relevant sectionsof the User guide.To start One-touch setup on your device1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Xperia™ Connectivity > One-touch setup. The NFCfunction is automatically turned on.3Make sure the NFC function on the other Xperia™ device is turned on.4Make sure the screens of both devices are unlocked and active.5Hold the two devices together so that the NFC detection area of each devicetouches the other. The one-touch setup function launches automatically.Both devices must support the One-touch setup function.116This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Smart apps and features that save youtimeControlling accessories and settings with Smart ConnectUse the Smart Connect application to set what happens in your device when youconnect or disconnect an accessory. For example, you can decide to always start theFM radio application when you connect a headset.You can also set Smart Connect to read out incoming text messages. Or you can usethe application to set a specific action or a group of actions to launch on your deviceat certain times of the day. For example, when you connect your headset between7am and 9am, you can decide that:•The Walkman® application starts.•The web browser opens the morning paper.•The ring volume is set to vibrate.With Smart Connect, you can also manage accessories such as SmartTags andSmartWatch. Refer to the User guide of the specific accessory for more information.If you are using a device with multiple users, you must log in as the owner, that is, the primaryuser, to use the Smart Connect application.1 Tap to display all added devices2 Add a device or an event3 View menu options4 Tap to display all added events5 Tap to activate an event6 Tap to view details of an event117This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To create a Smart Connect event1From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap .2If you are opening Smart Connect for the first time, tap OK to close theintroduction screen.3On the Events tab, tap .4If you are creating an event for the first time, tap OK again to close theintroduction screen.5Add conditions under which you want to trigger the event. A condition could bethe connection with an accessory, or a specific time interval, or both.6Tap to continue.7Add what you want to happen when you connect an accessory, and set othersettings as desired.8Tap to continue.9Set an event name, then tap Finish.To add a Bluetooth® accessory, you have to first pair it with your device.To edit a Smart Connect event1Start the Smart Connection application.2On the Events tab, tap an event.3If the event is switched off, drag the slider to the right to turn it on.4Tap Edit, then adjust the settings as desired.To delete an event1Start the Smart Connection application.2On the Events tab, touch and hold the event that you want to delete, then tapDelete event.3Tap Delete to confirm.You can also open the event that you want to delete, then tap > Delete event > Delete.To set Smart Connect to read out incoming text messages1Start the Smart Connect application.2Tap , then tap Settings.3Mark the checkbox beside Text to speech, then confirm activation, ifnecessary.If this feature is turned on, all incoming messages are read aloud. To protect your privacy, youmay need to turn off this feature if you are using your device in a public place or at work, forexample.Managing devicesUse the Smart Connect application to manage a range of smart accessories that youcan connect to your device, including SmartTags, SmartWatch and Smart WirelessHeadset pro from Sony. Smart Connect downloads any necessary applications andalso finds third-party applications, when available. Previously connected devicesshow in a list that allows you to get more information about the features of eachdevice.To pair and connect an accessory1Start the Smart Connect application. If you are opening Smart Connect for thefirst time, tap OK to close the introduction screen.2Tap Devices, then tap .3Turn on the Bluetooth® function if it is not already on, then tap the name of thedevice that you want to pair and connect with.4If required, enter a passcode, or confirm the same passcode on both yourdevice and the accessory.118This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To adjust the settings for a connected accessory1Pair and connect the accessory with your device.2Start the Smart Connection application.3Tap Devices, then tap the name of the connected accessory.4Adjust the desired settings.Using your device as a fitness hub with ANT+™You can use your device with health and fitness products that also support ANT+™technology. For example, if you go running with an ANT+™ compatible heart ratemonitor and a foot pod (to measure pace and distance), you can collect all the datafrom the run on your device. You can then analyse your performance and see howyou can improve.You can download a range of applications from Google Play™ that support ANT+™sport, fitness and health devices. For information about ANT+™ compatibleproducts, go to www.thisisant.com/directory.Using your device as a walletUse your device as a wallet to pay for goods without reaching for your real wallet. Allof your installed payment services are put together to be viewed and managed. Notethat when making a payment, you must first turn on the NFC function before yourdevice touches a card reader. For more information about NFC, see NFC onpage 112.NFC-initiated payments are only supported when an NFC-enabled SIM card is inserted in SIMcard slot 1 (the lower SIM card slot). Also, mobile payment services may not yet be available inyour region.To manage payment services1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Tap & pay. A list of payment services appears.3Manage the payment services as desired, for example, change your defaultpayment service.119This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Travel and mapsUsing location servicesLocation services allow applications such as Maps and the camera to use informationfrom mobile and Wi-Fi® networks as well as Global Positioning System (GPS)information to determine your approximate location. If you're not within a clear line ofsight to GPS satellites, your device can determine your location using the Wi-Fi®function. And if you're not within range of a Wi-Fi® network, your device candetermine your location using your mobile network.In order to use your device to find out where you are, you need to enable locationservices.To enable or disable location services1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Location, then tap the on-off switch accordingly toenable or disable location services.3If you selected to enable location services in step 2, tap Agree to confirm.To allow Google apps to access your location1Make sure you are signed in to your Google™ account on your device.2From your Home screen, tap .3Find and tap Settings > Accounts > Google > Location settings.4Tap the on-off switch if location services are disabled.5Tap Agree to confirm.Improving GPS accuracyThe first time you use the GPS function in your device, it can take 5 to 10 minutes foryour location to be found. To help the search, make sure you have a clear view of thesky. Stand still and don't cover the GPS antenna (the highlighted area in the image).GPS signals can pass through clouds and plastic, but not through most solid objectssuch as buildings and mountains. If your location isn't found after a few minutes,move to another location.Google Maps™ and navigationUse Google Maps™ to track your current location, view real-time traffic situationsand receive detailed directions to your destination.The Google Maps™ application requires an Internet connection when used online.You may incur data connection charges when you connect to the Internet from your120This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
device. To get more detailed information about how to use this application, go tohttp://support.google.com and click the “Maps for mobile” link.The Google Maps™ application may not be available in every market, country or region.To use Google Maps™1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Maps.Using data traffic when travellingWhen you travel outside of your home mobile network, you might need to access theInternet using mobile data traffic. In this case, you need to activate data roaming onyour device. It is recommended to check the relevant data transmission charges inadvance.If you are using a device with multiple users, you may need to log in as the owner, that is, theprimary user, to activate or deactivate data roaming.To activate data roaming1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > More > Mobile networks.3Select a SIM card.4Drag the slider beside Data roaming to the right.You can’t activate data roaming when mobile data is turned off.Using your device with a car infotainment systemConnect your device to a MirrorLink™ certified car infotainment system using a USBcable to, for example, use a navigation app or play music from your device whiledriving. When connected, you can navigate the apps using the car infotainmentsystem controls.Some applications may not be available during MirrorLink™ connection. Also, protected data,such as videos that are strictly protected under Digital Rights Management (DRM), is not madeavailable via MirrorLink™.To connect your device to a car infotainment system•Connect your device and the car infotainment system using a USB cable. Thescreen of your device appears on the screen of the infotainment system.You may need to start MirrorLink™ manually if the connection between your device and theinfotainment system is not established automatically.121This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To start MirrorLink™ manually1Make sure that your device is connected to the car infotainment system usinga USB cable.2From your Home screen, tap .3Find and tap Settings > Xperia™ Connectivity > MirrorLink™.4Tap Start MirrorLink™, then tap OK.5If the connection still fails, tap Network address to change to another networkaddress in case the same network address is being used by other servicessuch as Bluetooth® and Wi-Fi®, and then try again.Airplane modeIn Airplane mode, the network and radio transceivers are turned off to preventdisturbance to sensitive equipment. However, you can still play games, listen tomusic, watch videos and other content, as long as all this content is saved on yourmemory card or internal storage. You can also be notified by alarms, if alarms areactivated.Turning on Airplane mode reduces battery consumption.To turn on Airplane mode1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings> More.3Drag the slider beside Airplane mode to the right.122This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Calendar and alarm clockCalendarUse the Calendar application to manage your time schedule. If you have signed intoand sychronised your device with one or several online accounts that includecalendars, for example, your Google™ account or Xperia™ with Facebook account,then calendar events from these accounts will also appear in the Calendarapplication. You can select which calendars you want to integrate into the combinedCalendar view.When an appointment time approaches, your device plays a notification sound toremind you. Also, appears in the status bar.You can also synchronise your Outlook calendar with your device using PC Companion. If youdo so, all appointments from your Outlook calendar will appear in the calendar view of yourdevice.1 Select a view type and the calendars that you want to view2 Return to the current date3 Access settings and other options4 Flick left or right to browse more quickly5 Agenda for the selected day6 Add a calendar eventTo create a calendar event1From your Home screen, tap , then tap Calendar.2Tap .3If you have synchronised your calendar with one or more accounts, select theaccount to which you want to add this event. If you only want to add this eventon your device, tap Device calendar.4Enter or select the desired information and add attendees to the event.5To save the event and send out invitations, tap Save.To view a calendar event1From your Home screen, tap , then tap Calendar.2Tap the event that you want to view.To view multiple calendars1From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Calendar.2Tap , then mark the checkboxes for the calendars that you want to view.123This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To zoom the calendar view•When the Week or the Day view is selected, pinch the screen to zoom in.To display national holidays in the Calendar application1From your Home screen, tap , then tap Calendar.2Tap , then tap Settings.3Tap National holidays.4Select an option, or a combination of options, then tap OK.To display birthdays in the Calendar application1From your Home screen, tap , then tap Calendar.2Tap , then tap Settings > Birthdays.3Drag the slider beside Birthdays to the right, then select the contact group forwhich you want to display birthdays.To display weather forecasts in the Calendar application1From your Home screen, tap , then tap Calendar.2Tap , then tap Settings.3Tap Weather forecast, then drag the slider beside Weather forecast to the right.4If location services are disabled, tap Home location, then search for the citythat you want to add.For more information about how to enable location services, see Using location services onpage 120.To change weather forecast settings in the Calendar application1From your Home screen, tap , then tap Calendar.2Tap , then tap Settings.3Tap Weather forecast.4Adjust the settings as desired.Alarm and clockYou can set one or several alarms and use any sound saved on your device as thealarm signal. The alarm does not sound if your device is turned off.The alarm time format displayed is the same as the format you select for your generaltime settings, for example, 12-hour or 24-hour.1 Access the alarm home screen2 View a world clock and adjust settings3 Access the stopwatch function4 Access the timer function124This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
5 View options6 Open date and time settings for the clock7 Turn an alarm on or off8 Add a new alarmAlarms are always set as priority interruptions. However, if you use the Silent or Don't interruptsettings for notifications, your alarms don't make a sound when they go off. If you need to usean alarm, make sure you allow either all interruptions or priority interruptions. For moreinformation about how to set interruptions, see Managing notifications on page 43.To set a new alarm1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Alarm & clock.3Tap .4Tap Time and select the desired value.5Tap OK.6If desired, edit other alarm settings.7Tap Save.To snooze an alarm when it sounds•Tap Snooze.To turn off an alarm when it sounds•Slide to the right.To edit an existing alarm1Open the Alarm & clock application, then tap the alarm that you want to edit.2Make the desired changes.3Tap Save.To turn on or off an alarm•Open the Alarm & clock application, then drag the slider next to the alarm tothe on or off position.To delete an alarm1Open the Alarm & clock application, then touch and hold the alarm that youwant to delete.2Tap Delete alarm, then tap Yes.To set the sound for an alarm1Open the Alarm & clock application, then tap the alarm that you want to edit.2Tap Alarm sound and select an option, or tap and select a music file.3Tap Done, then tap Save.To set a recurring alarm1Open the Alarm & clock application, then tap the alarm that you want to edit.2Tap Repeat.3Mark the checkboxes for the relevant days, then tap OK.4Tap Save.To activate the vibrate function for an alarm1Open the Alarm & clock application, then tap the alarm that you want to edit.2Mark the Vibrate checkbox.3Tap Save.125This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Support and maintenanceSupport for your deviceUse the Support application in your device to search a User guide, readtroubleshooting guides, and find information about software updates and otherproduct-related information.To access the Support application1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap , then select the required support item.Make sure that you have a working Internet connection, preferably over Wi-Fi®, to limit datatraffic charges when using the Support application.Help in menus and applicationsSome applications and settings have help available in the options menu, which isnormally indicated by in the specific applications.Help us improve our softwareYou can enable the sending of usage info from your device so that Sony Mobile canreceive anonymous bug reports and statistics that help improve our software. Noneof the information gathered includes personal data.To allow the sending of usage info1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > About phone > Usage info settings.3Mark the Send usage info checkbox if it is not already marked.4Tap Agree.Computer toolsThere are a number of tools available to help you connect your device to a computerand manage content such as contacts, movies, music and photos.PC Companion for Microsoft® Windows®PC Companion is a computer application that gives you access to additional featuresand services which help you to:•Transfer contacts, music, video and pictures to and from your old device.•Transfer content from your old iPhone™, Blackberry™, Android™ or Sony deviceusing Xperia™ Transfer.•Update your device software.•Back up content on your computer.•Sync calendars between a computer and your device.To use the PC Companion application, you need an Internet-connected computerrunning one of the following operating systems:•Microsoft® Windows® 7•Microsoft® Windows® 8•Microsoft® Windows Vista®•Microsoft® Windows® XP (Service Pack 3 or higher)You can download PC Companion atwww.sonymobile.com/global-en/tools/pc-companion.126This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Media Go™ for Microsoft® Windows®The Media Go™ application for Windows® computers helps you transfer photos,videos and music between your device and a computer. You can install and accessMedia Go™ from within the PC Companion application. To read more about how touse the Media Go™ application, go to http://mediago.sony.com/enu/features.To use the Media Go™ application, you need one of these operating systems:•Microsoft® Windows® 8 / 8.1•Microsoft® Windows® 7•Microsoft® Windows Vista®Sony Bridge for MacSony Bridge for Mac is a computer application that gives you access to additionalfeatures and services which help you to:•Transfer contacts, music, video and pictures to and from your old device.•Transfer content from your old iPhone™, Blackberry™, Android™ or Sony deviceusing Xperia™ Transfer.•Update your device software.•Transfer media files between your device and an Apple® Mac® computer.•Back up content on an Apple® Mac® computer.To use the Sony Bridge for Mac application, you must have an Internet-connectedApple® Mac® computer that runs Mac OS version 10.6 or later. You can downloadSony Bridge for Mac at www.sonymobile.com/global-en/tools/bridge-for-mac/.Updating your deviceYou should update the software on your device to get the latest functionality,enhancements and bug fixes in order to ensure optimal performance. When asoftware update is available, appears in the status bar. You can also check for newupdates manually.The easiest way to install a software update is to do it wirelessly from your device.However, some updates are not available for wireless download. You then need touse the PC Companion application on a PC or the Sony Bridge for Mac applicationon an Apple® Mac® computer to update your device.For more information about software updates, go to www.sonymobile.com/update.If you are using a device with multiple users, you must log in as the owner, that is, the primaryuser, to update the device.To check for new software1If you are using a device with multiple users, make sure you are logged in asthe owner.2From your Home screen, tap .3Find and tap Settings > About phone > Software update.To download and install a system update1If you are using a device with multiple users, make sure you are logged in asthe owner.2From your Home screen, tap .3Find and tap Settings > About phone > Software update.4If a system update is available, tap the download icon to download it to yourdevice.5When the download is finished, tap Install and follow the on-screen instructionsto complete the installation.127This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To download and install a system update from the Notification panel1If you are using a device with multiple users, make sure you are logged in asthe owner.2Drag the status bar downwards to open the Notification panel.3Scroll down and select the desired system update, then tap Download.4When the download is finished, open the Notification panel again if it is closed,then tap Install and follow the on-screen instructions to complete theinstallation.Updating your device using a computerYou can download and install software updates on your device using a computerwith an Internet connection. You need a USB cable and a PC running the PCCompanion application or an Apple® Mac® computer running the Sony Bridge forMac application.If you don’t have the PC Companion or the Sony Bridge for Mac application installed on therelevant computer, connect your device to the computer using a USB cable and follow the on-screen installation instructions.To update your device using a computer1Make sure you have the PC Companion application installed on your PC or theSony Bridge for Mac application installed on the Apple® Mac® computer.2Using a USB cable, connect your device to the computer.3Computer: Launch the PC Companion application or the Sony Bridge for Macapplication. After a few moments, the computer detects your device andsearches for new software.4Computer: If a new software update is detected, a popup window appears.Follow the on-screen instructions to run the relevant software updates.Finding a lost deviceIf you have a Google™ account, the my Xperia web service can help you locate andsecure your device if you ever lose it. You can:•Locate your device on a map.•Sound an alert even if the device is in silent mode.•Remotely lock the device and make the device display your contact information toanyone who finds it.•As a last resort, remotely clear the internal and external memory of the device.The my Xperia service may not be available in all countries/regions.128This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To activate the my Xperia service1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Security > Protection by my Xperia > Activate.3Mark the checkbox, then tap Accept.4If prompted, sign in to your Sony Entertainment Network account, or create anew one if you don’t have one.5Enable location services on your device if this function is not already enabled.To verify that the my Xperia service can locate your device, go to myxperia.sonymobile.comand sign in using either the Google™ account or the Sony Entertainment Network account thatyou have set up on your device.If you are using a device with multiple users, my Xperia service can only be used by the owner.Finding the identification number of your deviceYour device has a unique ID (identification) number. In your device, this number isreferred to as the IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity). You should keep acopy of this number. You may require it, for example, when you access the Xperia™Care support service and need to register your device. Also, if your device is stolen,some network providers can use this number to stop the device from accessing thenetwork in your country.For devices with two SIM cards, there are two IMEI numbers, one for each SIM card slot.To view your IMEI number1Detach the cover of the SD card slot.2Using a fine-tipped pen or other similar tool, press the memory card inwardsand then release it quickly.3Draw the memory card outwards and remove it fully.4Insert a fingernail, or a sharp object such as a pen, into the hole in the labeltray, then drag the tray outwards to view your IMEI number.To view the IMEI number, you can also open the phone dialer on your device and enter *#06#.To view your IMEI number in the device1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > About phone > Status.3Select the SIM card, then scroll to IMEI to view the IMEI number.129This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Battery and power managementYour device has an embedded battery. You can keep track of your batteryconsumption and see which applications are using the most power. You can removeor restrict apps and activate a number of power saving modes to get more out ofyour battery. You can also view an estimate of how much battery time is left andadjust your battery settings to improve performance and make your battery lastlonger.To manage your battery consumption1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Power management > App power consumption. Anoverview appears showing applications that have high data traffic rates or thatyou have not used for a long time.3Review the information, then act as required, for example, to uninstall anapplication or restrict its usage.To view which applications use the most battery power1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Power management > Battery usage.To view the estimated battery time1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Power management.Power saving modesThere are several power saving modes available for you to use if you want to makeyour battery last longer.STAMINA mode Disables Wi-Fi®and mobile data when the screen is turned off, and restrictshardware performance. appears in the status bar when this mode takes effect.Ultra STAMINAmodeLimits your device’s functionality to core tasks such as making phone calls andsending SMS messages. appears in the status bar once this mode is activated.Low battery mode Modifies your device’s behaviour, for example, to adjust screen brightness andscreen timeout setting, when the battery level drops below a certain percentage. appears in the status bar when this mode takes effect.Queue backgrounddataOptimises outgoing traffic when the screen is off by sending data at pre-definedintervals.To activate a power saving mode1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Power management.3To activate your preferred mode, select the mode name and tap the on-offswitch to activate the chosen mode, if necessary. In some cases, tap Activateand confirm activation.STAMINA mode feature overviewSTAMINA mode has several features that allow you to optimise your batteryperformance.ExtendedstandbyPrevents applications from using data traffic by disabling Wi-Fi®and mobile datawhen the screen is off. You can exclude some applications and services from beingpaused when this feature is active.STAMINA clock Keeps network connections paused in situations where you frequently press thepower key to check the time.Extended usage Restricts hardware performance when you are using your device.130This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To activate STAMINA mode features1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Power management, then tap STAMINA mode.3Activate STAMINA mode if it is deactivated.4Drag the sliders beside the features that you want to activate, then tapActivate, if prompted.To select which applications to run in STAMINA mode1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Power management, then tap STAMINA mode.3Activate STAMINA mode if it is deactivated.4Make sure that the Extended standby feature is turned on, then tap Apps activein standby > Add applications.5Scroll left or right to view all applications and services, then mark the relevantcheckboxes for the applications that you want to run.6When you're finished, tap Done.Memory and storageYour device has different types of memory and storage options.•The internal storage is about 12 GB and is used to store downloaded or transferredcontent along with personal settings and data. Some examples of data stored to theinternal storage are alarm, volume and language settings; emails; bookmarks;calendar events; photos; videos and music.•You can use a removable memory card with a storage capacity of up to 128 GB toget more storage space. Media files and some apps (with their data) can be moved tothis type of memory to free up internal storage. Some apps, for example, the Cameraapp, can save data directly to a memory card.•When installing an app, you can choose to install it on either the internal storage orthe memory card. If the internal storage is full while the memory card has a lot ofavailable space, it is a good idea to install apps on the memory card.•The dynamic memory (RAM) is about 3 GB and cannot be used for storage. RAM isused to handle running applications and the operating system.You may have to purchase a memory card separately.Read more about the use of memory in Android devices by downloading the White paper foryour device at www.sonymobile.com/support.Improving memory performanceThe memory in your device tends to fill up as a result of normal usage. If the devicestarts to slow down, or applications suddenly shut down, you should consider thefollowing:•Always have more than 100 MB of free internal storage and more than 100 MB of freeRAM available.•Close down running applications that you are not using.•Clear the cache memory for all applications.•Uninstall downloaded applications that you don't use.•Move applications to the memory card if the internal storage is full.•Install applications to parts of the memory where there is more storage space.•Transfer photos, videos and music from the internal memory to the memory card.•If your device can't read content on the memory card, you may need to format thecard. Note that all content on the card gets erased when you format it.If you are using a device with multiple users, you must log in as the owner, that is, the primaryuser, to be able to perform certain actions such as transferring data to the memory card andformatting the memory card.To view the memory status1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Storage.131This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
To view the amount of free and used RAM1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Apps > Running.To clear the cache memory for all applications1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Storage.3Tap Cached data > OK.When you clear the cache memory, you don't lose any important information or settings.To transfer media files to the memory card1Make sure you have a memory card inserted in your device.2From your Home screen, tap .3Find and tap Settings > Storage > Transfer data to SD card.4Mark the file types that you want to transfer to the memory card.5Tap Transfer.To move apps to the memory card1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Apps.3Select the app that you want to move, then tap Move to SD card.Some apps cannot be moved to the memory card.To stop applications and services from running1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Apps > Running.3Select an application or service, then tap Stop.To format the memory card1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Storage > Erase SD card.3To confirm, tap Erase SD card > Erase everythingAll content on the memory card gets erased when you format it. Make sure you make backupsof all data that you want to save before formatting the memory card. To back up your content,you can copy it to a computer. For more information, see Managing files using a computer onpage 132.Managing files using a computerUse a USB cable connection between a Windows® computer and your device totransfer and manage your files. Once the two devices are connected, you can dragand drop content between your device and the computer, or between your device'sinternal storage and SD card, using the computer's file explorer.If you have an Apple® Mac® computer, you can use the Sony Bridge for Macapplication to access the file system of your device. You can download Sony Bridgefor Mac from www.sonymobile.com/global-en/tools/bridge-for-mac/.If you're transferring music, video, pictures or other media files to your device, use the MediaGo™ application on your Windows® computer. Media Go™ converts media files so that youcan use them on your device. To learn more and download the Media Go™ application, go tohttp://mediago.sony.com/enu/features.USB Connection ModesThere are two USB connection modes available for you to use:132This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Media transfer mode(MTP)Use MTP for managing files, updating device software and connecting via WLAN.This USB mode is used with Microsoft® Windows® computers. MTP is enabled bydefault.Mass storage mode(MSC) Use MSC for managing files using MAC OS® and Linux computers that don’t haveMTP support.To change USB connection mode1From your Home screen , tap .2Find and tap Settings > Xperia™ Connectivity > USB Connectivity > USBconnection mode.3Tap Media transfer mode (MTP) or Mass storage mode (MSC).4Tap OK.Transferring files using Media transfer mode via Wi-Fi®You can transfer files between your device and other MTP compatible devices, suchas a computer, using a Wi-Fi® connection. Before connecting, you first need to pairthe two devices. If you're transferring music, video, pictures or other media filesbetween your device and a computer, it's best to use the Media Go™ application onthe computer. Media Go™ converts media files so that you can use them on yourdevice.In order to use this feature, you need a Wi-Fi® enabled device that supports Media transfer,for example, a computer running Microsoft® Windows Vista® or Windows® 7.To prepare to use your device wirelessly with a computer1Make sure Media transfer mode is enabled on your device. It is normallyenabled by default.2Make sure the Wi-Fi® function is turned on.3From your Home screen, tap .4Find and tap Settings > Xperia™ Connectivity > USB Connectivity.5Tap Pair with PC, then tap Next.6Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup process.To connect wirelessly to a paired device1Make sure Media transfer mode is enabled on your device. It is normallyenabled by default.2Make sure the Wi-Fi® function is turned on.3From your Home screen, tap .4Find and tap Settings > Xperia™ Connectivity > USB Connectivity.5Select the paired device to which you want to connect, then tap Connect.To disconnect from a paired device1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Xperia™ Connectivity > USB Connectivity.3Select the paired device that you want to disconnect.4Tap Disconnect.To remove a pairing with another device1From your Home screen, tap .2Find and tap Settings > Xperia™ Connectivity > USB Connectivity.3Select the paired device that you want to remove.4Tap Unpair.Backing up and restoring contentGenerally, you should not save photos, videos and other personal content solely onthe internal memory of your device. If something should happen with the hardware, or133This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
if your device is lost or stolen, the data stored on its internal memory is gone forever.It is recommended to use the PC Companion or the Sony Bridge for Mac applicationsto make backups which save your data safely to a computer, that is, an externaldevice. This method is especially recommended if you are updating your devicesoftware from one Android version to another, for example, from Android version 4.4to 5.0.Once your data is safely backed up to a computer, you can also make a quickbackup of basic settings and data to the SD card in your device or to an externalUSB storage device by using the Backup & Restore application.It is very important that you remember the password that you set when you make a databackup. If you forget the password, it may not be possible to restore important data such ascontacts and messages.Backing up data to a computerUse the PC Companion application or the Sony Bridge for Mac application to backup data from your device to a PC or an Apple® Mac® computer. These backupapplications let you back up the following types of data:•Contacts and call logs•Text messages•Bookmarks•Calendar data•Settings•Media files such as music and videos•Photos and imagesTo back up your data using a computer1Make sure that the PC Companion application is installed on the PC or theSony Bridge for Mac application is installed on the Apple® Mac® computer.2Connect your device to the computer using a USB cable.3Computer: Open the PC Companion application or the Sony Bridge for Macapplication.4Click Start to start the Backup & Restore application.5Tap Backup, then follow the on-screen instructions to back up data from yourdevice.To restore your data using a computer1Make sure that the PC Companion application is installed on the PC or theSony Bridge for Mac application is installed on the Apple® Mac® computer.2Connect your device to the computer using a USB cable.3Computer: Open the PC Companion application or the Sony Bridge for Macapplication.4Click Start to start the Backup & Restore application.5Select a backup file from the backup records, then tap Restore and follow theon-screen instructions to restore data to your device.Backing up data with the Backup & Restore applicationDepending on the version of the Backup & Restore application that’s installed on your device,you may not be able to back up and restore data between different Android versions, forexample, when updating from Android version 4.4 to version 5.0. However, if you are runningversion 2.0 (or later) of the Backup & Restore application, you can restore your data betweensuch updates. You can check the version of the Backup & Restore application under Settings> Apps > All > Backup & restore.Using the Backup & Restore application, you can back up data manually or turn onthe automatic backup function to save data periodically.The Backup & Restore application is recommended for backing up data before youdo a factory data reset. With this application you can back up the following types of134This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
data to an SD card or to an external USB storage device that you have connected bythe USB Host adapter to your device:•Bookmarks•Call logs•Contacts•Conversations•Calendar dataTo set up the automatic backup function1If you are backing up content to a USB storage device, make sure the storagedevice is connected to your device using the USB Host adapter. If you arebacking up to an SD card, make sure that the SD card is properly inserted intoyour device.2From your Home screen, tap .3Find and tap Backup & Restore.4To enable the automatic backup function, drag the slider beside Automaticbackup to the right.5Tap Automatic backup again, then select a backup frequency, where to savebackup files, and the types of data to back up.6To save your settings, tap .To back up content manually1If you are backing up content to a USB storage device, make sure the storagedevice is connected to your device using the USB Host adapter. If you arebacking up to an SD card, make sure the SD card is properly inserted in yourdevice.2From your Home screen, tap .3Find and tap Backup & Restore.4Tap Manual backup, then select a backup destination and the data types thatyou want to back up.5Tap Backup.6After the data is backed up, tap Finish.To restore backed up content1If you are restoring content from a USB storage device, make sure the storagedevice is connected to your device using the USB Host adapter. If you arerestoring content from an SD card, make sure the SD card is properly insertedin your device.2From your Home screen, tap .3Find and tap Backup & Restore.4Tap Restore data, then select a restore source and the data types that youwant to restore.5Tap Restore data.6After the content is restored, tap Finish.Remember that any changes that you make to your data and settings after you create abackup, including any applications you download, get deleted during a restore procedure.Running diagnostic tests on your deviceThe Xperia™ Diagnostics application can test a specific function or run a fulldiagnostic test to check if your Xperia™ device is working properly.Xperia™ Diagnostics can:•Assess potential hardware or software issues on your Xperia™ device.•Analyse how well applications perform on your device.•Log the number of dropped calls during the previous 10 days.135This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
•Identify installed software and provide useful details about your device.The Xperia™ Diagnostics application is pre-installed on most Android™ devices from Sony. Ifthe Diagnostics option is not available under Settings > About phone, you can download alight version from Google Play™.To run a specific diagnostic test1From your Home screen , tap .2Find and tap Settings > About phone > Diagnostics > Test .3Select a test from the list.4Follow the instructions and tap Yes or No to confirm if a feature works.To run all diagnostic tests1From your Home screen , tap .2Find and tap Settings > About phone > Diagnostics > Test > Run all.3Follow the instructions and tap Yes or No to confirm if a feature works.To view details about your device1From your Home screen , tap .2Find and tap Settings > About phone > Diagnostics > Facts.Restarting and resettingYou can force your device to restart or shut down in situations where it stopsresponding or won't restart normally. No settings or personal data get deleted.You can also reset your device to its original factory settings, with or without deletingsome of your personal data, such as music and pictures. This action is sometimesnecessary if your device stops functioning properly, but note that if you want to keepany important data, you have to first back up this data to a memory card or othernon-internal memory. For more information, see Backing up and restoring content onpage 133.Your device may fail to restart if the battery level is low. Connect your device to a charger andtry restarting again.If you are using a device with multiple users, you may need to log in as the owner, that is, theprimary user, to reset your device to its original factory settings.To force your device to restart1Press and hold down the power key .2In the menu that opens, tap Restart, then tap OK to confirm. The devicerestarts automatically.To force the device to shut down136This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
1Detach the cover for the nano SIM card holder.2Using the tip of a pen or a similar object, press and hold down the OFF button.3After your device emits a series of quick vibrations, release the OFF button.The device turns off automatically.Do not use overly sharp objects that could damage the OFF button.To perform a factory data resetTo avoid permanent damage to your device, do not restart your device while a reset procedureis underway.1Before you start, make sure to back up any important data that is saved on theinternal memory of your device to a memory card or other non-internalmemory.2From your Home screen, tap .3Find and tap Settings > Backup & reset > Factory data reset.4To delete information such as music and pictures from your internal storage,mark the relevant checkbox.5Tap Erase everything.6If required, draw your screen unlock pattern or enter your screen unlockpassword or PIN to continue.7To confirm, tap Erase everything.Your device does not revert to an earlier software version of Android™ even if you perform afactory data reset.If you forget your screen unlock password, PIN or pattern in step 6, you can use the devicerepair feature in PC Companion or Sony Bridge for Mac to erase the security layer. By runningthe repair feature, you are reinstalling software for your device and you may lose somepersonal data in the process.Using your device in wet and dusty conditionsTo ensure the water resistance of your device, all covers, including the covers for the microUSB port, the SIM card slot and the memory card slot, must be firmly closed.Your smart device is waterproof and dust resistant in compliance with the IngressProtection (IP) ratings IP65 and IP68, as explained in the table below. To view morespecific IP information about your device, go to www.sonymobile.com/global-en/legal/testresults/ and click on the relevant device name.These specific IP ratings mean that your device is dust resistant and is protectedagainst low pressure water stream as well as against the effects of immersion for 30minutes in fresh (non-saline) water up to 1.5 metres deep.You can use your device:•in dusty environments, for example, on a windy beach.•when your fingers are wet.•in some extreme weather conditions, for example, when it’s snowing or raining.•in fresh (non-saline) water depths of 1.5 metres or less, for example, in a fresh waterlake or river.•in a chlorinated swimming pool.Even if your device is resistant to dust and water, you should avoid exposing itunnecessarily to environments with excessive dust, sand and mud or to moistenvironments with extreme high or low temperatures. The waterproof ability of themicro USB port, the SIM card slot, the memory card slot and the headset jack cannotbe guaranteed in all environments or conditions.Never immerse your device in salt water or let the micro USB port or headset jackcome in contact with salt water. For example, if you’re at the beach, remember tokeep your device away from the sea water. Also, never expose the device to anyliquid chemicals. For example, if you’re washing dishes by hand using liquiddetergent, avoid bringing your device in contact with the detergent. After exposure tonon-fresh water, rinse your device using fresh water.137This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
Normal wear and tear along with damage to your device can reduce its ability toresist dust or moisture. After using the device in water, dry off the areas around allcovers, including the covers for the micro USB port, the SIM card slot and thememory card slot.If the speaker or microphone get wet, their function may be impacted until the waterhas completely dried. Please note that the drying time can be up to three hoursdepending on the environment. During this time, you can, however, use otherfeatures in the device that do not utilise the speaker or microphone. All compatibleaccessories, including batteries, chargers, handsfree devices and micro USB cables,are not waterproof and dust resistant on their own.Your warranty does not cover damage or defects caused by abuse or improper useof your device (including use in environments where the relevant IP rating limitationsare exceeded). If you have any further questions about the use of your products, referto our Customer support service for help. Also, for warranty information, refer to theImportant information which can be accessed via the Setup guide in your device.IP (Ingress Protection) ratingYour device has an IP rating, which means it has undergone certified tests tomeasure its resistance levels to both dust and water. The first digit in the two-digit IPrating indicates the level of protection against solid objects, including dust. Thesecond digit indicates how resistant the device is to water.Resistance to solid objects and dust Resistance to waterIP0X: No special protection IPX0. No special protectionIP1X. Protected against solid objects> 50 mm in diameter IPX1. Protected against dripping waterIP2X. Protected against solid objects >12.5 mm in diameter IPX2. Protected against dripping water when tilted up to 15degrees from normal positionIP3X. Protected against solid objects >2.5 mm in diameter IPX3. Protected against spraying waterIP4X. Protected against solid objects > 1mm in diameter IPX4. Protected against splashing waterIP5X. Protected against dust; limitedingress (no harmful deposit) IPX5. Protected against water jet spray for at least 3 minutesIP6X. Dust tight IPX6. Protected against heavy jet spray for at least 3 minutes IPX7. Protected against the effects of immersion in up to 1metre of water for 30 minutes IPX8. Protected against the effects of continued immersion inwater depths greater than 1 metre. The exact conditions arespecified for each device by the manufacturer.For more information, go to www.sonymobile.com/testresults.Recycling your deviceGot an old device lying around the house? Why not recycle it? By doing so, you willhelp us reuse its materials and components, and you’ll protect the environment, too!Find out more about the recycling options in your region atwww.sonymobile.com/recycle.Limitations to services and featuresSome of the services and features described in this User guide are not supported inall countries/regions or by all networks and/or service providers in all areas. Withoutlimitation, this applies to the GSM International Emergency Number, 112. Please138This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
contact your network operator or service provider to determine availability of anyspecific service or feature and whether additional access or usage fees apply.Use of certain features and applications described in this guide may require accessto the Internet. You may incur data connection charges when you connect to theInternet from your device. Contact your wireless service provider for moreinformation.Legal informationSony D6683This User guide is published by Sony Mobile Communications Inc. or its local affiliated company, without anywarranty. Improvements and changes to this User guide necessitated by typographical errors, inaccuracies ofcurrent information, or improvements to programs and/or equipment, may be made by Sony MobileCommunications Inc. at any time and without notice. Such changes will, however, be incorporated into neweditions of this User guide. All illustrations are for illustration purposes only and may not accurately depict theactual device.All product and company names mentioned herein are the trademarks or registered trademarks of theirrespective owners. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. Any rights not expresslygranted herein are reserved. Visit www.sonymobile.com/us/legal/ for more information.This User guide may reference services or applications provided by third parties. Use of such programming orservices may require separate registration with the third party provider and may be subject to additional termsof use. For applications accessed on or through a third-party website, please review such websites’ terms ofuse and applicable privacy policy in advance. Sony does not warrant or guarantee the availability orperformance of any third-party websites or offered services.Your mobile device has the capability to download, store and forward additional content, for example,ringtones. The use of such content may be restricted or prohibited by rights of third parties, including but notlimited to restriction under applicable copyright laws. You, and not Sony, are entirely responsible for additionalcontent that you download to or forward from your mobile device. Prior to your use of any additional content,please verify that your intended use is properly licensed or is otherwise authorized. Sony does not guaranteethe accuracy, integrity or quality of any additional content or any other third party content. Under nocircumstances will Sony be liable in any way for your improper use of additional content or other third partycontent.Visit www.sonymobile.com for more information.This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft. Use or distribution of suchtechnology outside of this product is prohibited without a licence from Microsoft.Content owners use Windows Media digital rights management technology (WMDRM) to protect theirintellectual property, including copyrights. This device uses WMDRM software to access WMDRM-protectedcontent. If the WMDRM software fails to protect the content, content owners may ask Microsoft to revoke thesoftware's ability to use WMDRM to play or copy protected content. Revocation does not affect unprotectedcontent. When you download licences for protected content, you agree that Microsoft may include arevocation list with the licences. Content owners may require you to upgrade WMDRM to access their content.If you decline an upgrade, you will not be able to access content that requires the upgrade.This product is licensed under the MPEG-4 visual and AVC patent portfolio licences for the personal and non-commercial use of a consumer for (i) encoding video in compliance with the MPEG-4 visual standard("MPEG-4 video") or the AVC standard ("AVC video") and/or (ii) decoding MPEG- 4 or AVC video that wasencoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a videoprovider licenced by MPEG LA to provide MPEG-4 and/or AVC video. No licence is granted or shall be impliedfor any other use. Additional information including that relating to promotional, internal and commercial usesand licensing may be obtained from MPEG LA, L.L.C. See www.mpegla.com. MPEG Layer-3 audio decodingtechnology licenced from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.Note: Sony advises users to backup their personal data information.SONY MOBILE WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS, ERASE AND/OR DATA-OVERWRITING OF PERSONALDATA OR FILES STORED ON YOUR DEVICE (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO CONTACTS, MUSICTRACKS AND PICTURES) ARISING OUT OF ANY UPDATE OF YOUR DEVICE BY ANY OF THE METHODSDESCRIBED IN THIS USER GUIDE OR DOCUMENTATION. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY MOBILE’S OR ITSSUPPLIERS’ TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY AND ALL DAMAGES, LOSSES AND CAUSES OF ACTION(WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR TORT, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE)EXCEED THE AMOUNT ACTUALLY PAID BY YOU FOR YOUR DEVICE.© 2015 Sony Mobile Communications Inc.All rights reserved.139This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.

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