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2017-06-05
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User guide
Xperia™ Z2 Tablet
SGP511/SGP512
Contents
Getting started............................................................................... 6
About this User guide........................................................................ 6
Overview............................................................................................ 6
Assembly........................................................................................... 7
Screen protection...............................................................................8
Starting your device for the first time.................................................8
Why do I need a Google™ account?.................................................8
Device security............................................................................. 10
Making sure your device is protected..............................................10
Screen lock...................................................................................... 10
Unlocking your device automatically............................................... 12
Finding the identification number of your device.............................16
Finding a lost device ....................................................................... 16
Learning the basics...................................................................... 18
Using the touchscreen..................................................................... 18
Locking and unlocking the screen................................................... 19
Home screen....................................................................................20
Application screen........................................................................... 21
Navigating applications....................................................................21
Widgets............................................................................................ 22
Shortcuts and folders...................................................................... 23
Background and themes..................................................................23
Taking a screenshot......................................................................... 24
Notifications..................................................................................... 24
Icons in the status bar..................................................................... 26
Application overview........................................................................28
Battery and maintenance............................................................. 30
Charging your device....................................................................... 30
Battery and power management..................................................... 30
Updating your device.......................................................................32
Maintenance using a computer....................................................... 33
Storage and memory....................................................................... 34
Backing up and restoring content....................................................35
Downloading applications............................................................39
Downloading applications from Google Play™............................... 39
Downloading applications from other sources................................ 39
Internet and networks.................................................................. 40
Browsing the web............................................................................ 40
Wi-Fi.................................................................................................40
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Tethering with Xperia Link™............................................................ 41
Virtual private networks (VPNs)........................................................42
Synchronising data on your device.............................................. 44
Synchronising with online accounts................................................ 44
Synchronising with Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®................. 44
Basic settings...............................................................................46
Accessing settings........................................................................... 46
Sound volume.................................................................................. 46
Do not disturb mode settings.......................................................... 47
Screen settings................................................................................ 48
Application settings......................................................................... 49
Resetting your applications............................................................. 50
Daydream.........................................................................................51
Language settings............................................................................51
Date and time...................................................................................52
X-Reality™ for mobile...................................................................... 52
Super-vivid mode.............................................................................52
Enhancing the sound output............................................................52
Noise cancellation............................................................................53
Multiple user accounts.....................................................................53
Typing text.................................................................................... 56
On-screen keyboard........................................................................ 56
Entering text using voice input........................................................ 57
Editing text....................................................................................... 57
Personalising the on-screen keyboard............................................ 58
Contacts.......................................................................................60
Transferring contacts....................................................................... 60
Searching and viewing contacts...................................................... 61
Adding and editing contacts............................................................62
Favourites and groups..................................................................... 63
Sending contact information............................................................63
Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application................... 63
Backing up contacts........................................................................ 64
Email.............................................................................................65
Setting up email............................................................................... 65
Sending and receiving email messages...........................................65
Organising your email messages..................................................... 66
Email account settings.....................................................................67
Gmail™............................................................................................ 67
Music............................................................................................69
Transferring music to your device....................................................69
Listening to music............................................................................69
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Music home screen menu................................................................70
Playlists............................................................................................ 71
Sharing music.................................................................................. 72
Enhancing the sound....................................................................... 72
Recognising music with TrackID™.................................................. 72
FM radio....................................................................................... 74
Listening to the radio....................................................................... 74
Favourite radio channels..................................................................75
Sound settings................................................................................. 75
Camera.........................................................................................76
Taking photos and recording videos................................................76
Face detection................................................................................. 77
Using Smile Shutter™ to capture smiling faces.............................. 77
Adding the geographical position to your photos........................... 78
General camera settings.................................................................. 78
Still camera settings.........................................................................81
Video camera settings..................................................................... 85
Photos and videos in Album........................................................ 88
Viewing photos and videos.............................................................. 88
Sharing and managing photos and videos...................................... 89
Editing photos with the Photo editor application.............................90
Editing videos with the Video editor application..............................91
Hiding photos and videos................................................................ 91
Album home screen menu............................................................... 92
Viewing your photos on a map........................................................ 93
Videos...........................................................................................95
Watching videos in the Video application........................................ 95
Transferring video content to your device....................................... 96
Managing video content.................................................................. 96
Movie Creator.................................................................................. 96
Connectivity................................................................................. 98
Mirroring the screen of your device on a TV using a cable..............98
Mirroring the screen of your device wirelessly.................................98
Sharing content with DLNA Certified™ devices.............................. 99
Connecting your device to USB accessories................................ 101
Connecting your device to a DUALSHOCK™ series wireless
controller........................................................................................ 102
NFC................................................................................................102
Bluetooth® wireless technology.................................................... 104
Smart apps and features that save you time............................. 107
Controlling accessories and settings with Smart Connect™........ 107
Using your device as a fitness hub with ANT+™...........................108
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Using your device as a wallet........................................................ 109
Travel and maps......................................................................... 110
Using location services.................................................................. 110
Google Maps™ and navigation..................................................... 110
Using your device with a car infotainment system........................ 110
Airplane mode................................................................................111
Calendar and alarm clock.......................................................... 112
Calendar.........................................................................................112
Clock..............................................................................................113
Accessibility............................................................................... 116
Magnification gestures...................................................................116
Large text....................................................................................... 116
Colour correction........................................................................... 116
TalkBack.........................................................................................116
Support and legal.......................................................................118
Support application....................................................................... 118
Xperia™ Tips..................................................................................118
Help in menus and applications.....................................................118
Running diagnostic tests on your device.......................................118
Restarting, resetting and repairing.................................................119
Help us improve our software........................................................ 120
Warranty, SAR and usage guidelines.............................................121
Recycling your device....................................................................121
Legal information........................................................................... 121
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Getting started
About this User guide
This is the Xperia™ Z2 Tablet User guide for the Android™ 6.0 software version. If
you're not sure which software version your device is running, you can check it in the
Settings menu.
System and application updates can present the features in your device in another way than
described in this User guide. The Android™ version might not be affected in an update. For
more information about software updates, see Updating your device on page 32.
To check the current software version of your device
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > About tablet > Android™ version.
To find the model number and name of your device
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From your Home screen, tap
Find and tap .
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The device model number and name are displayed.
Limitations to services and features
Some of the services and features described in this User guide may not be supported
in all countries or regions, or by all networks or service providers. The GSM
International Emergency Number can always be used in all countries, regions,
networks and by all service providers, provided that the device is connected to the
mobile network. Please contact your network operator or service provider to
determine the availability of any specific service or feature and whether additional
access or usage fees apply.
The use of certain features and applications described in this guide may require
access to the internet. You may incur data connection charges when you connect to
the internet with your device. Contact your wireless service provider for more
information.
Overview
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Front camera
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Light sensor
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Charging/Notification light
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Speaker A
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Speaker B
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Volume/Zoom key
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Power key
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Microphone
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Infrared sensor
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Charger/USB port cover
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Memory card slot cover
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Wi-Fi/GPS/Bluetooth antenna area
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Main camera
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NFC™ detection area
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Headset jack
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Charging dock connector
Assembly
A protective plastic sheet is attached to the screen. You should peel off this sheet
before using the touchscreen. Otherwise, the touchscreen might not function
properly.
To insert a memory card
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Insert a fingernail into the gap between the memory card slot cover and the top
side of the device, then detach the cover.
Place the memory card in the memory card slot, with the gold-coloured
contacts facing down, then push the memory card all the way into the slot until
you hear a locking sound.
Reattach the memory card cover.
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To remove the memory card
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Turn off the device and detach the memory card slot cover.
Press the memory card inwards and then release it immediately.
Draw the memory card fully outwards and remove it.
Re-attach the cover.
You can also remove the memory card without turning the device off as described in step 1.
To use this method, you must first unmount the memory card. Tap Settings > Storage, then
tap
beside SD card, then follow the rest of the instructions above.
Screen protection
Before using your device, remove the transparent protection film by pulling up on the
protruding tab.
It is recommended to protect your device with a Sony branded screen cover or a
protector intended for your Xperia™ model. The use of third party screen protection
accessories may prevent your device from working correctly by covering sensors,
lenses, speakers, or microphones and can invalidate the warranty.
Starting your device for the first time
It is recommended that you charge the battery for at least 30 minutes before starting
up your device for the first time. You can still use your device while it is charging. For
more information on charging, see Charging your device on page 30.
The first time you start your device, a setup guide helps you to configure basic
settings, personalise your device and sign in to your accounts, for example a
Google™ account.
To turn on the device
Make sure that the battery is charged for at least 30 minutes before you turn on the device for
the first time.
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Press and hold down the power key
Wait a while for the device to start.
until the device vibrates.
To turn off the device
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Press and hold down the power key
In the options menu, tap Power off.
until the options menu opens.
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 by
Google™. A range of Google™ applications and services is available on your device
when you purchase it, for example, Gmail™, Google Maps™, YouTube™ and the
Play Store™ application, which gives you access to the Google Play™ online store
for downloading Android™ applications. To get the most out of these services, you
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need a Google™ account. For example, a Google™ account is mandatory if you want
to:
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Download and install applications from Google Play™.
Synchronise email, contacts and the calendar using Gmail™.
Chat with friends using the Hangouts™ application.
Synchronise your browsing history and bookmarks using the Google Chrome™ web
browser.
Identify yourself as the authorised user after a software repair using Xperia™
Companion.
Remotely find, lock or clear a lost or stolen device using the my Xperia™ or
Android™ Device Manager services.
For more information about Android™ and Google™, go to
http://support.google.com.
It is crucial that you remember your Google™ account username and password. In some
situations, you may need to identify yourself for security reasons using your Google™ account.
If you fail to give your Google™ username and password in such situations, your device is
locked. Also, if you have more than one Google™ account, make sure to enter the details for
the relevant account.
To set up a Google™ account on your device
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Accounts > Add account > Google.
Follow the registration wizard to create a Google™ account, or sign in if you
already have an account.
You can also sign in to or create a Google™ account from the setup guide the first time you
start your device. Or you can go online and create an account at www.google.com/accounts.
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Device security
Making sure your device is protected
You can prevent other people from using your device without your permission. For
example, if your device is lost, stolen, or wiped, only someone with your Google™
account or screen lock information can use the device. To make sure that your device
is protected, it is important that you set a secure screen lock and add your Google™
account to your device. It is crucial that you remember both your screen lock
information and your Google™ account credentials. To make sure your device is
protected, you can:
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Set a secure screen lock on your device, that is, a PIN, password, or pattern screen
lock to prevent anyone from resetting your device. For more information, see Screen
lock on page 10.
Add a Google™ account to prevent others from using your device if it gets stolen
and/or wiped. For more information, see Why do I need a Google™ account? on
page 8.
Activate either the “Protection by my Xperia” or the Android™ Device Manager web
service. Using one of these services, you can remotely locate, lock or format a lost
device. For more information, see Finding a lost device on page 16 .
Verifying the ownership of your device
Certain protection features require you to either unlock your screen with your PIN,
password, pattern, or enter your Google™ account information. Below are examples
of protection features and some of the required credentials:
Factory Data
Reset
protection
You must unlock your screen before you are allowed to perform a
Factory Data Reset.
Protection by
my Xperia
If you remotely reset your device using this service, you must enter
the username and password for a Google™ account associated with
the service. The device must be connected to the internet before the
setup process can be completed. Otherwise, you will not be able to
use your device after the reset.
Android™
Device
Manager
If you remotely reset your device using this service, you must enter
the username and password for a Google™ account. The device must
be connected to the internet before the setup process can be
completed. Otherwise, you will not be able to use your device after
the reset.
Software repair
If you use the Xperia™ Companion software to perform a software
repair, you’re asked to enter your Google™ account username and
password when you start the device after the repair is complete.
For Android™ Device Manager, it is necessary to enter information from a Google™ account.
This can be any Google™ account which you have set up on the device as an owner. If you
cannot provide the relevant account information during a setup process, you won't be able to
use the device at all.
Screen lock
There are several ways to lock the screen. The security level of each lock type is
listed below in order of weakest to strongest:
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Swipe – 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
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Password – enter an alpha-numeric password to unlock your device
It is very important that you remember your screen unlock pattern, PIN or password. If you
forget this information, it may not be possible to restore important data such as contacts and
messages.
To create a screen lock pattern
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen lock > Pattern.
Follow the instructions in your device.
If your lock pattern is rejected five times in a row when you try to unlock your device, you must
wait 30 seconds before you can try again.
To change screen lock type
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen lock.
Follow the instructions in your device and select another screen lock type.
To change the screen lock pattern
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings> Security > Screen lock.
Draw your screen unlock pattern.
Tap Pattern and follow the instructions in your device.
To create a screen lock PIN
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen lock > PIN.
Enter a numeric PIN, then tap Continue.
Re-enter and confirm your PIN, then tap OK.
Follow the instructions in your device.
To create a screen lock password
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen lock > Password.
Enter a password, then tap Continue.
Re-enter and confirm your password, then tap OK.
Follow the instructions in your device.
To activate the Swipe unlock function
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen lock.
Draw your screen unlock pattern, or enter your PIN or password if one of these
screen lock types is enabled.
Tap Swipe.
Resetting a forgotten screen lock
If you’ve forgotten your screen lock PIN, password or pattern, you might be able to
reset it using the Protection by my Xperia service. No content on your device is lost
after you have performed a screen lock reset using the Protection by my Xperia
service.
To activate the Protection by my Xperia service, see Finding a lost device on
page 16.
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To reset the screen lock using Protection by my Xperia
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Make sure you know your Google™ account username and password and that
you have enabled the Protection by my Xperia service on your device.
Go to myxperia.sonymobile.com using any internet-connected device.
Sign in using the same Google™ account that you have set up on your device.
Click the picture of your device under Your devices.
Select Lock or Change PIN2 to replace the current screen lock with a new PIN
code.
Follow the on-screen instructions provided by Protection by my Xperia.
Depending on your security settings, your device may lock after a screen lock reset. You then
need to enter your Google™ account username and password in order to use the device.
Unlocking your device automatically
The Smart Lock feature may not be available in every market, country or region.
The Smart Lock feature makes unlocking your device easier by letting you set it to
unlock automatically in certain situations. You can keep your device unlocked, for
example, when it’s connected to a Bluetooth® device or when you’re carrying it with
you.
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You can set Smart Lock to keep your device unlocked using the following settings:
Trusted face: Unlock your device by looking at it.
Trusted voice: Set up voice recognition to search in any screen.
Trusted devices: Keep your device unlocked when a trusted Bluetooth® or NFC
device is connected.
Trusted places: Keep your device unlocked when you're in a trusted location.
On-body detection: Keep your device unlocked when you're carrying your device with
you.
You have to manually unlock your device when you don't use it for 4 hours and after
you restart it.
The Smart Lock feature is developed by Google™ and the exact functionality may change over
time due to updates from Google™.
To enable Smart Lock
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Make sure that you’ve set a pattern, PIN or password for your screen lock.
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Security > Trust agents.
Drag the slider beside Smart Lock (Google) to the right.
Tap the back arrow next to Trust agents.
Find and tap Smart Lock.
Enter your pattern, PIN or password. You need to enter this screen lock any
time you want to change your Smart Lock settings.
Select a Smart Lock type.
Setting when to keep the device automatically unlocked
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You can set Smart Lock to keep your device unlocked using the following settings:
Trusted devices — Keep your device unlocked when a trusted Bluetooth® device is
connected.
Trusted places — Keep your device unlocked when you're in a trusted location.
On-body detection — Keep your device unlocked when you're carrying your device
with you.
Trusted face —Unlock your phone by looking at it.
Trusted voice — Set up voice recognition to search in any screen.
You have to manually unlock your device when you don't use it for 4 hours and after
you restart it.
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Connecting to trusted Bluetooth® devices
You can designate a connected Bluetooth® device as a trusted device and keep your
Xperia™ device unlocked while it’s connected to it. So if you have Bluetooth®
devices that you connect to regularly, for example, a car speaker or home
entertainment system, a Bluetooth® watch or a fitness tracker, you can add them as
trusted devices and bypass the added security of the lockscreen to save time. This
feature is suitable if you’re normally in a relatively secure place when you use these
devices. In some cases, you may still need to manually unlock your device before a
trusted device can be connected.
It is not recommended to add devices that are constantly connected to your device as trusted
devices, for example, Bluetooth® keyboards or cases.
As soon as a trusted Bluetooth® device is switched off or moves out of range, your screen
locks and you need your PIN, pattern or password to unlock it.
To add a trusted Bluetooth® device
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Make sure your device is paired and connected to the Bluetooth® device that
you want to add as a trusted device.
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Add trusted device >
Bluetooth.
Tap a device name to select it from the list of connected devices. Only paired
devices appear in this list.
Depending on the security of your connection, you may need to manually
unlock your device before the trusted device can keep it unlocked.
To remove a trusted Bluetooth® device
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted devices.
Tap the device that you want to remove.
Tap Remove trusted device.
Making sure you're secure when using trusted devices
Different Bluetooth® devices support different Bluetooth® standards and security
capabilities. There's a possibility that someone could keep your Xperia™ device
unlocked by imitating your Bluetooth® connection, even if your trusted device is no
longer nearby. Your device is not always able to determine whether your connection
is secure from someone trying to imitate it.
When your device can't determine that you're using a secure connection, you'll get a
notification on your Xperia™ device and may need to manually unlock it before the
trusted device can keep it unlocked.
Bluetooth® connectivity range can vary depending on factors like the model of your
device, the connected Bluetooth® device, and your environment. Depending on
these factors, Bluetooth® connections can work over distances up to 100 meters. If
someone takes your Xperia™ device while it's near a trusted device, they may be
able to access your Xperia™ device if the trusted device has unlocked it.
Connecting to trusted places
When the Trusted places feature is set up, the lock screen security on your Xperia™
device gets disabled when you are in a designated trusted location. For this feature to
work, you must have an internet connection (preferably over Wi-Fi) and allow your
device to use your current location.
To set up trusted places, first make sure that high accuracy location mode or batterysaving location mode is enabled on your device before you add home or custom
locations.
The exact dimensions of a trusted location are an estimate and may extend beyond the
physical walls of your home or other areas that you have added as a trusted locations. This
feature can keep your device unlocked within a radius of up to 80 metres. Also be aware that
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location signals can be replicated or manipulated. Someone with access to specialised
equipment could unlock your device.
To add your home location
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Make sure location is turned on and that you are using either the High accuracy
or Battery saving Location mode setting.
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted places > Home.
Tap Turn on this location.
To edit your home location
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Make sure location mode is turned on and that you are using either the High
accuracy or Battery saving setting.
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted places.
Select your home location.
Tap Edit.
In the search bar, enter the location that you want to use as your home
location.
If your home has multiple buildings at the same address, the trusted place that you want to
add might be different from the actual address. To ensure better location accuracy, you can
add the actual location of your home within the building complex as a custom place.
To remove your home location
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Make sure location mode is turned on and that you are using either the High
accuracy or Battery saving setting.
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted places > Home.
Tap Turn off this location.
Using custom locations
You can add any location as a trusted, custom place where your device can remain
unlocked.
To add a custom place
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Make sure location mode is turned on and that you are using either the High
accuracy or Battery saving setting.
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted places.
Tap Add trusted place.
To use your current location as a trusted, custom place, tap Select this
location.
Alternatively, to enter another location, tap the magnification glass icon and
type the address. Your device searches for the entered location. To use the
suggested address, tap the address.
To fine-tune the location, tap the back arrow next to the address, then drag the
location pin to the desired location, and tap Select this location.
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To edit a custom place
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Make sure location mode is turned on and that you are using either the High
accuracy or Battery saving setting.
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted places.
Select the place that you want to edit.
Tap Edit Address.
To enter another location, tap the magnification glass icon and type the
address. Your device searches for the entered location. To use the suggested
address, tap the address.
To fine-tune the location, tap the back arrow next to the address, then drag the
location pin to the desired location, and tap Select this location.
To remove a custom place
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Make sure location mode is turned on and that you are using either the High
accuracy or Battery saving setting.
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted places.
Select the place that you want to remove.
Tap Delete.
Keeping your device unlocked while you’re carrying it
Using the On-body detection feature, you can have your device stay unlocked when
you have it on you, for example, if you're carrying it in your hand, pocket or bag. The
accelerometer in your device keeps your device unlocked when it senses that it's
being carried. The device locks when the accelerometer detects that the device has
been put down.
The On-body detection feature can't distinguish whose body is connected. If you give your
device to someone else while it's unlocked using On-body detection, your device may stay
unlocked for the other user. Keep in mind that On-body detection as a security feature is less
secure than a pattern, PIN, or password.
To enable On-body detection
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > On-body detection.
Drag the slider to the On position, then tap Continue.
Using On-body detection
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When you use the On-body detection feature, you need to be aware of the following
behaviours:
When your device senses that it's on your body, it stays unlocked after you unlock it.
Any time you put your device down and it senses that it's no longer on your body,
your device locks automatically.
After you put your device down, for example, if you place it on a table, your device
can take up to one minute to lock.
After you get into a car, bus, train or other land vehicles, your device can take
between 5 and 10 minutes to lock.
Note that when you get on an airplane or a boat (or other non-land based vehicles),
your device may not lock automatically, so make sure to lock it manually if needed.
When you pick up your device again or get out of the vehicle, just unlock it once and
your device then stays unlocked for as long as you have it on you.
To turn off On-body detection
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > On-body detection.
Drag the slider to the Off position.
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Finding the identification number of your device
Your device has a unique ID (identification) number. You should keep a copy of this
number. You may require it, for example, when you access the Xperia™ Care support
service and need to register your device.
To view your device’s ID number
To view the device ID number via the device settings
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > About tablet > Status.
Scroll to IDID to view the ID number.
Finding a lost device
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If you have a Google™ account, the my Xperia web service can help you locate and
secure 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 to
anyone 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.
To activate the my Xperia service
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Security > Protection by my Xperia > Activate.
Mark the checkbox, then tap Accept.
If prompted, sign in to your Sony Entertainment Network account, or create a
new one if you don’t have one.
Enable 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.com
and sign in using either the Google™ account or the Sony Entertainment Network account that
you 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.
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Finding a lost device using Android™ Device Manager
Google™ offers a location and security web service called Android™ Device
Manager. You can use it in parallel with, or as an alternative to, the Protection by my
Xperia service. If you lose your device, you can use Android™ Device Manager to:
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Find and show where your device is located.
Ring or lock your device, erase everything on it, or add a phone number to the lock
screen.
For additional information about Android™ Device Manager, go to
www.support.google.com.
Android™ Device Manager does not work if your device is turned off or if it does not have a
connection to the internet. The Android™ Device Manager service may not be available in all
countries or regions.
To activate Android™ Device Manager
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If you are using a device with multiple users, make sure that you are logged in
as the owner.
Make sure that you have an active data connection and that location services
are enabled.
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Google > Security.
Drag the sliders beside Remotely locate this device and Allow remote lock and
erase to the On position.
If prompted, agree to the terms and conditions by tapping Activate.
To verify that Android™ Device Manager can locate your device after you
activate the service, go to www.android.com/devicemanager and sign in using
your Google™ account.
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Learning the basics
Using the touchscreen
Tapping
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Open or select an item.
Mark or unmark a checkbox or option.
Enter text using the on-screen keyboard.
Touching and holding
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Move an item.
Activate an item-specific menu.
Activate selection mode, for example, to select several items from a list.
Pinching and spreading
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Zoom in or out on web pages, photos and maps, and when you’re taking photos or
shooting videos.
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Swiping
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Scroll up or down a list.
Scroll left or right, for example, between Home screen panes.
Swipe left or right to reveal more options.
Flicking
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Scroll quickly, for example, in a list or on a web page. You can stop the scrolling
movement by tapping the screen.
Locking and unlocking the screen
When your device is on and left idle for a set period of time, the screen darkens to
save battery power and locks automatically. This lock prevents unwanted actions on
the touchscreen when you are not using it. When you buy your device, a basic screen
swipe lock is already set. This means that you have to swipe upwards on the screen
to unlock it. You can change the security settings later and add other kinds of locks.
See Screen lock on page 10.
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To activate the screen
Briefly press the power key
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To lock the screen
When the screen is active, briefly press the power key
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Home screen
The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. It's similar to the desktop
on a computer screen. Your Home screen can have up to seven panes, which extend
beyond the regular screen display width. The number of Home screen panes is
represented by a series of dots at the lower part of the Home screen. The highlighted
dot shows the pane that you are currently in.
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To go to the Home screen
Press .
To browse the Home screen
Home screen panes
You can add new panes to your Home screen (up to a maximum of seven panes) and
delete panes. You can also set the pane that you want to use as the main Home
screen pane.
To set a pane as the main Home screen pane
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2
Touch and hold any area on your Home screen until the device vibrates.
Flick left or right to browse to the pane that you want to set as your main Home
screen pane, then tap in the top-left corner.
To add a pane to your Home screen
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2
Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen.
To browse the panes, flick all the way to the right or left, then tap
.
To delete a pane from your Home screen
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2
Touch and hold any area on your Home screen until the device vibrates.
Flick left or right to browse to the pane that you want to delete, then tap
the top right corner of the pane.
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Home screen settings
Use the Home Settings shortcut to adjust some basic settings of your Home screen.
For example, you can set your Home screen to auto rotate and adjust the size of
icons.
To set your Home screen to auto rotate
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2
Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen, then tap Settings.
Drag the slider beside Auto-rotation to the On position.
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To adjust the size of icons on your Home screen
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2
Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen, then tap Home Settings.
Tap Icon size, then select an option.
Application screen
The Application screen, which you open from the Home screen, contains the
applications that come pre-installed on your device as well as applications that you
download.
To view all applications on the Application screen
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2
From your Home screen, tap .
Flick left or right on the Application screen.
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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 screen
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2
When the Application screen is open, tap Search applications.
Enter the name of the application that you want to search for.
To arrange applications on the Application screen
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2
When the Application screen is open, tap .
Tap Sort apps, then select an option.
To add an application shortcut to the Home screen
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2
On the Application screen, touch and hold an application icon until it becomes
selected, then drag the icon to the top of the screen. The Home screen opens.
Drag the icon to the desired location on the Home screen, then release your
finger.
To move an application on the Application screen
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2
3
When the Application screen is open, tap .
Make sure that Own order is selected under Sort apps.
Touch and hold the application until it becomes selected, then drag it to the
new location.
To uninstall an application from the Application screen
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2
Touch and hold any area on the Application screen until the device vibrates. All
applications that can be uninstalled are then indicated by .
Select the application that you want to uninstall, then tap Delete.
Navigating applications
You can navigate between applications using the navigation keys, the favourites bar,
and the recently used applications window, which lets you switch easily between all
recently used applications. The navigation keys are the Home key, the Recent apps
key and the Back key. Some applications get closed when you press the Home key
to exit while others are paused or continue to run in the background. If an application
is paused or running in the background, you can continue where you left off the next
time you open the application.
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Recently used applications window – Open a recently used application
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Favourites bar – Use a shortcut to access applications or widgets
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Recent apps key – Open the recently used applications window and the favourites bar
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Home key – Exit an application and go back to the Home screen
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Back key – Go back to the previous screen within an application or close the application
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To open the recently used applications window
Press .
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To close all the recently used applications
Tap and then tap
.
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To open a menu in an application
While using the application, press .
A menu is not available in all applications.
Widgets
Widgets are small applications that you can use directly on your Home screen. They
also function as shortcuts. For example, the Weather widget allows you to see basic
weather information directly on your Home screen. When you tap the widget, the full
Weather application opens. You can download additional widgets from Google
Play™.
To add a widget to the Home screen
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2
Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen, then tap Widgets.
Find and tap the widget that you want to add.
To resize a widget
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2
3
Touch and hold a widget until it magnifies, then release the widget. If the
widget can be resized, for example, the Calendar widget, then a highlighted
frame and resizing dots appear.
Drag the dots inward or outward to shrink or expand the widget.
To confirm the new size of the widget, tap anywhere on the Home screen.
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To move a widget
Touch and hold the widget until it magnifies, then drag it to the new location.
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To remove a widget
Touch and hold the widget until it becomes selected, then drag it to Remove
from home screen.
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Shortcuts and folders
Use shortcuts and folders to manage your applications and keep your Home screen
tidy.
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Access an application using a shortcut
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Access a folder containing applications
To add an application shortcut to your Home screen
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2
3
Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen.
In the customisation menu, tap Widgets > Apps.
Scroll through the list of applications and select an application. The selected
application gets added to the Home screen.
In step 3, alternatively, you can tap Widgets > Shortcuts and then select an application from
the list available. If you use this method to add shortcuts, some of the applications available
allow you to add specific functionality to the shortcut.
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To move an item on the Home screen
Touch and hold the item until it becomes selected, then drag the item to the
new location.
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To remove an item from the Home screen
Touch and hold the item until it becomes selected, then drag the item to
Remove from home screen on the top of the screen.
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To create a folder on the Home screen
Touch and hold an application icon or a shortcut until it becomes selected,
then drag and drop it on top of another application icon or shortcut.
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To add items to a folder on the Home screen
Touch and hold an item until it becomes selected, then drag the item to the
folder.
To rename a folder on the Home screen
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3
Tap the folder to open it.
Tap the folder's title bar to show the Folder name field.
Enter the new folder name and tap Done.
Background and themes
You can adapt the Home screen to your own style using wallpapers and themes.
To change your Home screen wallpaper
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2
Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen.
Tap Wallpapers and select an option.
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To set a theme
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2
3
Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen.
Tap Themes.
Select an option and follow the instructions in your device.
When you change a theme, the background also changes in some applications.
Taking a screenshot
You can capture still images of any screen on your device as a screenshot.
Screenshots you take are automatically saved in Album.
To take a screenshot
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2
Press and hold down the power key until a prompt window appears.
Tap .
You can also take a screenshot by pressing and holding the power key and volume down key
at the same time. Once the screenshot is captured, you can release the keys.
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To view your screenshot
Drag the status bar fully downwards, then tap the screenshot you want to view.
You can also view your screenshots in the Album application.
Notifications
Notifications inform you of events such as new messages and calendar notifications
as well as activities in progress such as file downloads. Notifications appear in the
following places:
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The status bar
The Notification panel
The lock screen
To open or close the Notification panel
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2
To open the Notification panel, drag the status bar downwards.
To close the Notification panel, drag the panel upwards.
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To take action on a notification in the Notification panel
Tap the notification.
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To dismiss a notification from the Notification panel
Place your finger on a notification and flick left or right.
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To expand a notification on the Notification panel
Drag the notification downwards.
Not all notifications are expandable.
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To clear all notifications from the Notification panel
Tap
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To take action on a notification from the lock screen
Double-tap the notification.
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To dismiss a notification from the lock screen
Place your finger on the notification and flick left or right.
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To expand a notification on the lock screen
Drag the notification downwards.
Not all notifications are expandable.
Managing notifications on the lock screen
You can set up your device so that only selected notifications get displayed on your
lock screen. You can make all notifications and their content accessible, hide
sensitive content for all notifications or specific apps, or choose not to show any
notifications at all.
To select the notifications to display on the lock screen
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2
3
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > When device is locked.
Select an option.
Notification display options on the lock screen
Show all
notification content
Get all notifications on the lock screen. When you have this setting turned on, keep
in mind that all content (including the content of incoming emails and chat
messages) will be visible on your lock screen unless you designate the relevant
apps as Hide sensitive content in the App notifications settings menu.
Hide sensitive
notification content
You must have a PIN, password, or pattern set up as your screen lock in order for
this setting to be available. Contents hidden is displayed on the lock screen when
sensitive notifications arrive. For example, you'll get a notification for an incoming
email or chat, but the content won't be visible on your lock screen.
Don't show
notifications at all
You won't get any notifications on the lock screen.
Setting the notification level for an app
You can set different notification behaviour for individual applications. For example,
you can block all email notifications, prioritise Facebook™ notifications and make the
content of messaging notifications invisible on the lock screen.
To set the notification level for an app
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2
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > App notifications.
Select the app for which you want to change the notification settings.
Drag the relevant slider to the right.
Notification levels and options for specific applications
Block all
Never show notifications for the selected app.
Treat as priority Receive the selected app’s notifications when Do not disturb is set to Priority only.
Allow peeking
Let the selected app emphasise certain notifications by sliding them briefly into view on
the current screen.
Notification light
The notification light informs you about battery status and some other events. The
notification light is enabled by default but can be disabled manually.
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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 light
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2
3
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification .
Drag the slider beside Notification light to the right.
Icons in the status bar
Status icons
A Wi-Ficonnection is enabled and data is being transmitted
Wi-Fi connection is enabled but there is no internet connection.
This icon also appears when you are trying to connect to a secured Wi-Fi
network. After a successful login, the exclamation mark disappears.
If Google™ is blocked in your area, the exclamation mark may appear even
when the device is connected to a Wi-Fi network and there is a working
internet connection.
Battery status
The battery is charging
Airplane mode is activated
The Bluetooth® function is activated
The microphone is muted
The speakerphone is on
Do not disturb mode
Vibrate mode
An alarm is set
GPS is activated
Synchronisation is ongoing
Problem with sign-in or synchronisation
Depending on your service provider, network and/or region, the functions or services
represented by some icons in this list may not be available.
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To manage status bar icons
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Display> System icons.
Mark the checkboxes for the system icons that you want to appear in the
status bar.
Notification icons
New voicemail message
New email message
Downloading data
Uploading data
Perform a basic setup of your device
A software update is available
System updates are available
Downloading system updates
Tap to install the downloaded system updates
STAMINA mode is activated
Noise cancelling is on
Screenshot captured
New Hangouts™ chat message has arrived
Video chat with friends using the Hangouts™ application
Upcoming calendar event
A small app is running
Smart Connect is activated
A song is playing
The radio is playing
The device is connected to a computer via a USB cable
Internal storage is 75% full. Tap to transfer data to the memory card
Warning
More (undisplayed) notifications
Not all icons that may appear in your device are listed here. These icons are for reference
purposes only, and changes may be made without notice.
To block an application from sending notifications
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2
3
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification> App notifications.
Select an application.
Drag the slider beside Block all to the right.
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Application overview
Use the Clock application to set various kinds of alarms.
Use the web browser to navigate and view web pages, manage bookmarks,
text and images.
Use the Calculator application to perform calculations.
Use the Calendar application to keep track of events and manage your
appointments.
Use the Camera application to take photos and record video clips.
Use the Contacts application to manage phone numbers, email addresses
and other information related to your contacts.
Use the Downloads application to access your browser’s download history.
Use the Email application to send and receive emails through both private
and corporate accounts.
Use the Facebook™ application to engage in social networking with friends,
family members and colleagues around the world.
Use the FM radio application to browse and listen to FM radio stations.
Use the Album application to view, edit and share your photos and videos.
Use the Gmail™ application to read, write and organise email messages.
Use the Google™ application to search your device and the web..
Use the Google Maps™ application to view your current location, find other
locations and places, and calculate routes.
Use the Play Store™ application to download free and paid applications for
your device.
Use the Video application to play videos on your device and share content
with your friends.
Use the Music application to organise and play music, audio books and
podcasts.
Use the News & Weather application to read news and check weather
forecast.
Use the Settings application to customise your phone’s settings.
Use the Hangouts™ application to chat with friends online.
Use the TrackID™ application to identify music tracks that you hear playing in
your surroundings, and get artist, album and other info.
Use the YouTube™ application to share and view videos from around the
world.
Use the Backup and restore application to back up or restore content on your
device, such as contacts, bookmarks, calendar data, etc.
Use the Smart Connect™ application to set what happens in your device
when you connect or disconnect an accessory.
The Xperia™ Movie Creator automatically creates short videos of around 30
seconds in length using existing photos and videos. The application
automatically determines the timeline to create its movie.
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Use the Lifelog application to automatically log events about your daily life.
For example, you can set goals and track your progress in achieving them or
bookmark special moments.
Use the Support application to access user support in your device. For
example, you can access a User guide, troubleshooting information, plus tips
and tricks.
Some applications are not supported or listed by all service providers in all areas.
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Battery and maintenance
Charging your device
Always use an original Sony charger and USB cable intended for your specific Xperia™ model.
Other chargers and cables may increase charging time, not charge at all, or may even damage
your device. Make sure all USB ports and connectors are completely dry, before inserting the
USB cable.
A wall socket charger will charge your device faster than charging via your computer.
You can still use your device while charging.
If the battery is depleted, it may take up to 30 minutes for your device to respond to
the charging. During this time, the screen may remain completely dark, not showing
the charging icon. Also note that it can take up to 4 hours for a completely drained
battery to be fully charged.
Your device has an embedded, rechargeable battery that can only be replaced by an
authorised Sony repair centre. You should never try to open or take apart the device yourself.
Doing so can cause damage and void your warranty.
To charge your device
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Plug the charger into a power outlet.
Plug one end of the USB cable into the charger (or into the USB port of a
computer).
Plug the other end of the cable into the micro USB port on your device, with
the USB symbol facing up. The notification light illuminates when charging
begins.
When the device is fully charged, disconnect the cable from your device by
pulling 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 light
illuminates and the charging icon appears.
Battery notification light status
Green
The battery is charging and the battery charge level is greater than 90%
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%
Battery and power management
Your device has an embedded battery. To get the most use from it, keep track of the
power consumed by different apps and features. Background power saving features
are activated by default to help you reduce battery consumption, and additional
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power saving modes are available to help you reduce battery consumption further
when necessary.
Power saving features lower the priority for certain non-essential device functions,
such as higher grade image performance, network activities such as location
services, app synchronisation and background Wi-Fi scanning. If you do not want an
application to be affected, you can exempt it in the Battery optimisation menu.
System updates may change the power saving features available on your device.
To view battery consumption, estimated time, and power saving tips
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2
3
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Battery. An overview appears showing the battery
percentage and an estimated battery time.
Tap SHOW BATTERY USAGE to view a list of features and services that have
consumed battery power since the last charging cycle. Tap an item to get
information on how to reduce its battery consumption.
To view battery consumption for applications
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Apps.
Select an application and review its battery consumption under Battery usage.
General usage tips to improve battery performance
The following tips can help you improve battery performance:
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Lower the screen brightness level, see Screen settings on page 48.
Turn off Bluetooth®, Wi-Fi and location services when you don't need these
features.
Turn off your device or use Airplane mode if you are in an area with no or low
network coverage. Otherwise, your device repeatedly scans for available
networks, and this consumes power.
Change the synchronisation settings for your email, calendar and contacts, see
Synchronising with online accounts on page 44.
Check the applications that have a high battery consumption and consider the
battery saving tips provided on your device for these applications.
Change the notification level for an application, see Notifications on page 24.
Turn off the location-sharing permission for an application, see Application
settings on page 49.
Uninstall applications that you are not using, see Application screen on
page 21.
Use a Sony original handsfree device to listen to music. Handsfree devices
consume less battery than your device's loudspeakers.
Restart your device every now and then.
To make specific applications exempt from battery optimisation
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2
3
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Battery.
Tap and select Battery optimisation. You will see a list of applications that are
not optimised.
To add or remove applications from this list, tap Apps and select or de-select
an application from the list to edit its optimisation settings.
The list of applications that are not optimised will get updated according to
your settings.
You can also configure Battery optimisation from the Apps menu by tapping
.
Power saving modes
There are several power saving modes available for you to use if you want to make
your battery last longer:
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STAMINA
mode
Depending on the STAMINA level, different features will be restricted or disabled in order
to reduce battery consumption. These include rendering performance, animation and
screen brightness, image enhancement, background app data syncing, vibration (except
for incoming calls), streaming and GPS (while the screen is off).
appears in the
status bar.
To activate or deactivate STAMINA mode
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2
3
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Battery.
Tap STAMINA mode and tap the slider to activate or deactivate the function.
When STAMINA mode is activated you can select additional options, for
example you can adjust the Auto-start percentage according to your
preferences.
You can exempt applications from being optimised by STAMINA mode in the Battery
optimisation menu.
Updating your device
You should update the software on your device to get the latest functionality,
enhancements and bug fixes in order to ensure optimal performance. When a
software update is available, appears in the status bar. You can also check for new
updates manually, or schedule an update.
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Before updating your device, consider the following:
Ensure you have sufficient storage capacity before attempting to update.
If you are using a device with multiple users, you must log in as the owner, that is, the
primary user, to update the device.
System and application updates can present the features on your device in another
way than described in this User guide. The Android™ version might not be affected
after an update.
For more information about software updates, go to http://support.sonymobile.com/
software/.
To check for new software
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If you are using a device with multiple users, make sure you are logged in as
the owner.
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > About tablet > Software update.
If no new software is available, it’s possible that you may not have enough free memory on
your device. If your Xperia™ device has less than 500 MB of free internal memory (device
memory) available, you do not receive any information about new software. The following
notification appears in the Notification panel to warn of the lack of storage space: Storage
space running out. Some system functions may not work. If you receive this notification, you
must free up internal memory (device memory) before you can get notifications about new
software being available.
Updating your device wirelessly
Use the Update Center application to update your device wirelessly. It handles both
application updates and system updates and can also facilitate the download of new
applications developed for your device.
To download and install a system update
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3
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5
If you are using a device with multiple users, make sure you are logged in as
the owner.
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > About tablet > Software update.
If a system update is available, tap Download to download it to your device.
When the download is finished, tap Install and follow the on-screen instructions
to complete the installation.
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To set up automatic installation
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3
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > About tablet > Software update.
Tap , then tap Settings and select an option.
To update your device using a computer
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5
Using a USB cable, connect your device to the computer.
Make sure that the screen of your device is unlocked, and that the USB
connection mode on the device is set to Transfer files (MTP).
Open Xperia™ Companion, if it is not automatically launched.
Make sure that the computer can access the internet.
Computer: If a new software update is detected, a popup window appears.
Follow the on-screen instructions to run the relevant software updates.
If you don’t have the Xperia™ Companion software installed on the relevant computer, connect
your device to the computer and follow the on-screen installation instructions. Make sure that
you are using the USB cable that came with your device and that it is properly connected to
the device and computer.
Maintenance using a computer
Xperia™ Companion
Xperia™ Companion is a software service which provides a collection of tools and
applications you can use when you connect your device to a computer. With Xperia™
Companion, you can:
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Update or repair your device’s software.
Transfer your content from an old device using Xperia™ Transfer.
Back up and restore content on your computer.
Sync multimedia content – photos, videos, music and playlists – between your device
and computer.
Browse files on your device.
To use Xperia™ Companion, you need an internet-connected computer running one
of the following operating systems:
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Microsoft® Windows® 7 or later
Mac OS® X 10.11 or later
Learn more and download Xperia™ Companion for Windows at
http://support.sonymobile.com/tools/xperia-companion/ or Xperia™ Companion for
Mac at http://support.sonymobile.com/tools/xperia-companion-mac/.
Managing files using a computer
Use a USB cable connection between a Windows® computer and your device to
transfer and manage your files.
Once the two devices are connected, you can choose if you want to charge your
device, transfer files, use it as a power supply or use it for MIDI input. Your computer
will detect your device when you select the Transfer files (MTP) connection mode.
The default connection mode is set to Charging only.
With Xperia™ Companion you can access the file system of your device. If you do
not have Xperia™ Companion installed, you are requested to install it when you
connect your device to the computer.
Always use a USB cable intended for your specific Xperia™ model and make sure it is
completely dry.
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USB connection mode
You can use the Transfer files (MTP) connection mode for managing files and
updating device software. This USB mode is used with Microsoft® Windows®
computers. Charging is enabled by default.
Using the MIDI mode, your device can function as a MIDI input for musical instrument
apps.
To change USB connection mode
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Attach a USB connector to your device.
Drag the Status bar downwards to access the Notifications panel.
A notification shows the current correction mode, USB for charging or USB for
file transfer.
Tap the notification, then tap the desired connection mode.
Storage and memory
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Your device has several different storage and memory options.
The internal storage is about 12 GB and is used to store downloaded or transferred
content along with personal settings and data. Some examples of data saved to the
internal 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 to
get more storage space. Media files and some apps, along with their associated data,
can be moved to this type of memory to free up internal storage. Some apps, for
example, the Camera app, can save data directly to a memory card.
The dynamic memory (RAM) is about 3 GB and cannot be used for storage. RAM is
used 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 for
your device at www.sonymobile.com/support/.
Improving memory performance
The memory in your device tends to fill up as a result of normal usage. If the device
starts to slow down, or applications suddenly shut down, you should consider the
following:
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Always have more than 100 MB of free internal storage 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.
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 the
card. 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 primary
user, to be able to perform certain actions, such as transferring data to the memory card and
formatting the memory card.
To view the memory status
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Find and tap Settings > Storage.
To view the amount of free and used RAM
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Apps.
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To clear the cache memory for all applications
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Storage.
Tap Internal storage > 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 card
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Make sure you have a memory card inserted in your device.
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Storage > Transfer data to SD card.
Mark the file types that you want to transfer to the memory card.
Tap Transfer.
To move apps to the memory card
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Apps.
Select the app that you want to move, then tap Storage, then under Storage
used tap Change > SD Card > Move.
Some apps cannot be moved to the memory card.
To stop applications and services from running
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Apps.
Select an application or service, then tap FORCE STOP > OK.
To format the memory card
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Storage > Erase SD card.
To confirm, tap Erase SD card > Erase everything.
All content on the memory card gets erased when you format it. Make sure you make backups
of 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 on
page 33.
Backing up and restoring content
Generally, you should not save photos, videos and other personal content solely on
the internal memory of your device. If your device is damaged, lost or stolen, the data
stored on its internal memory may be impossible to recover. It is recommended to
use the Xperia™ Companion software to make backups which save your data safely
to an external device. This method is especially recommended if you are updating
your device software to a newer Android version.
The Xperia™ Backup & restore application is recommended for backing up data
before you do a factory data reset. With this application you can back up data to an
online account, an SD card or to an external USB storage device that you have
connected to your device using a USB Host adapter:
With the Google Backup & restore application, you can back up data to a Google
server.
Backing up data to a computer
Use the Xperia™ Companion software to back up data from your device to a PC or
an Apple® Mac® computer. You can back up the following types of data:
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Contacts
Calendar
Settings and bookmarks
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Media files such as music and videos
Photos and images
To back up your data using a computer
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Unlock the screen of your device and connect it to the computer using a USB
cable.
Open the Xperia™ Companion software on your computer if it is not
automatically launched. After a few moments, the computer detects your
device. Make sure to select Transfer files (MTP) mode on your device.
Click on Backup on the Xperia™ Companion main screen.
Follow the on-screen instructions to back up data from your device.
If you do not have Xperia™ Companion installed, you are requested to install it when you
connect your device to the computer.
To restore your data using a computer
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Unlock the screen of your device and connect it to the computer using a USB
cable.
Open the Xperia™ Companion software on your computer if it is not
automatically launched. After a few moments, the computer detects your
device. Make sure to select Transfer files (MTP) mode on your device.
Click on Restore on the Xperia™ Companion main screen.
Select a backup file from the backup records, then click on Next and follow the
on-screen instructions to restore data to your device.
If you do not have Xperia™ Companion installed, you are requested to install it when you
connect your device to the computer.
Backing up data with the Xperia™ Backup & restore application
Using the Xperia™ Backup & restore application, you can make an online backup or
a local backup of data. For example, you can back up data manually or turn on the
automatic backup function to save data periodically.
The Xperia™ Backup & restore application is recommended for backing up data
before you do a factory data reset. With this application you can back up the
following types of data to an online account, an SD card or to an external USB
storage device that you have connected to your device using a USB Host adapter:
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Contacts
Calendar data
Email accounts
Wi-Fi networks
Device settings
Applications
Xperia™ Home layout
To back up content to an online account of Xperia Backup & Restore service
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Backup & reset.
To enable the automatic backup function, tap Automatic backup and then tap
the on-off switch.
To enable the manual backup function, tap More > Manual backup.
If the automatic backup function is enabled, under Select storage, tap Online
account.
If prompted, read the relevant terms and provided you agree, tap I agree, then
follow the on-screen instructions to sign in to your Google™ account.
If the manual backup function is enabled, under Where to store files, tap Select
storage > Online account.
Select the data to back up.
If the manual backup function is enabled, tap Back up.
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To set up the automatic backup function
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If you are backing up content to a USB storage device, make sure the storage
device is connected to your device using the USB Host adapter. If you are
backing up to an SD card, make sure that the SD card is properly inserted into
your device.
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Backup & Restore.
To enable the automatic backup function, drag the slider beside Automatic
backup to the right.
Tap Automatic backup again, then select a backup frequency, where to save
backup files, and the types of data to back up.
To save your settings, tap .
To back up content manually
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If you are backing up content to a USB storage device, make sure the storage
device is connected to your device using the USB Host adapter. If you are
backing up to an SD card, make sure the SD card is properly inserted in your
device.
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Backup & Restore.
Tap Manual backup, then select a backup destination and the data types that
you want to back up.
Tap Backup.
After the data is backed up, tap Finish.
To edit a backup file
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Backup & reset.
Under Xperia™ Backup & Restore, tap More.
Tap Edit backup file, then select a backup source and the data types that you
want to delete.
Tap Delete data.
Tap OK to confirm.
After the data is deleted, tap Finish.
To restore backed up content
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If you are restoring content from a USB storage device, make sure the storage
device is connected to your device using the USB Host adapter. If you are
restoring content from an SD card, make sure the SD card is properly inserted
in your device.
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Backup & Restore.
Tap Restore data, then select a restore source and the data types that you
want to restore.
Tap Restore data.
After the content is restored, tap Finish.
Remember that any changes that you make to your data and settings after you create a
backup, including any applications you download, get deleted during a restore procedure.
Backing up data with the Google Backup & restore application
Using the Google Backup & restore application, you can back up data to a Google
server. You can also turn on the automatic restore function to restore application data
and settings when you reinstall an application.
With this application you can back up the following types of data:
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Bookmarks
Wi-Fi networks
Other settings
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To back up data to a Google™ account
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Backup & reset.
Under Google™ Backup & Restore, tap Back up my data and then tap the
slider.
To enable or disable automatic restore when you reinstall an application
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Backup & reset.
Under Google™ Backup & Restore, tap the Automatic restore slider.
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Downloading applications
Downloading 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. Before
you start downloading from Google Play™, make sure that you have a working
internet connection.
To use Google Play™, you need to have a Google™ account. Google Play™ may not be
available in all countries or regions.
To download an application from Google Play™
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From the Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Play Store.
Find an item you wish to download by browsing categories, or by using the
search function.
Tap the item to view its details, and follow the instructions to complete the
installation.
Some applications may need to access data, settings and various functions on your device in
order to work properly. Only install and give permissions to applications that you trust. You can
view the permissions granted to a downloaded application and also change their status by
tapping the application under Settings > Apps.
Downloading applications from other sources
When your device is set to allow downloads from sources other than Google Play™,
you can download applications directly from other websites by following the relevant
download instructions.
Installing applications of unknown or unreliable origin can damage your device. Download
applications only from reliable sources. Contact the application provider if you have any
questions or concerns.
If you are using a device with multiple users, only the owner, that is, the primary user, can allow
downloads from sources other than Google Play™. Changes made by the owner affect all
other users.
To allow downloading of applications from other sources
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Security.
Drag the slider beside Unknown sources to the right.
Tap OK.
Some applications may need to access data, settings and various functions on your device in
order to work properly. Only install and give permissions to applications that you trust. You can
view the permissions granted to a downloaded application and also change their status by
tapping the application under Settings > Apps.
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Internet and networks
Browsing the web
The Google Chrome™ web browser for Android™ devices comes pre-installed in
most markets. Go to http://support.google.com/chrome and click the "Chrome for
Mobile" link to get more detailed information about how to use this web browser.
To browse with Google Chrome™
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap .
If you are using Google Chrome™ for the first time, select to either sign in to a
Google™ account or browse with Google Chrome™ anonymously.
Enter a search term or web address in the search and address field, then tap
Go on the keyboard.
Wi-Fi
Use Wi-Fi to surf the internet, download applications, or send and receive emails.
Once you have connected to a Wi-Fi network, your device remembers the network
and automatically connects to it the next time you come within range.
Some Wi-Fi networks require you to log in to a web page before you can get access.
Contact the relevant Wi-Fi network administrator for more information.
Available Wi-Fi networks may be open or secured:
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next to the Wi-Fi network name.
Open networks are indicated by
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 not
broadcast their network name (SSID). If you know the network name, you can add it manually
to your list of available Wi-Fi networks.
To turn Wi-Fi on or off
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.
Tap the slider to enable or disable Wi-Fi.
It may take a few seconds before Wi-Fi is enabled.
To connect to a Wi-Fi network
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.
Tap the slider to turn on Wi-Fi. All available Wi-Fi networks are displayed.
Tap a Wi-Fi network to connect to it. For secured networks, enter the relevant
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-Fi
network successfully, refer to the relevant troubleshooting tips for your device at
www.sonymobile.com/support/.
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To add a Wi-Fi network manually
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.
Tap > Add network.
Enter the Network name (SSID) information.
To select a security type, tap the Security field.
If required, enter a password.
To edit advanced options such as proxy and IP settings, tap Advanced options
and then edit the options as desired.
Tap Save.
Contact your Wi-Fi network administrator to get the network SSID and password.
Increasing Wi-Fi signal strength
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There are a number of things you can do to improve Wi-Fi reception:
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 the
illustration).
Wi-Fi settings
When you are connected to a Wi-Fi network or when there are Wi-Fi networks
available in your vicinity, you can view the status of these networks. You can also
enable your device to notify you whenever an open Wi-Fi network is detected.
To enable Wi-Fi network notifications
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Turn on Wi-Fi, if it is not already on.
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.
Tap > Advanced.
Drag the slider beside Network notification to the right.
To view detailed information about a connected Wi-Fi network
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From the Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.
Tap the Wi-Fi network that you are currently connected to. Detailed network
information is displayed.
To find the MAC address for your device
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From the Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.
Tap . The MAC address is displayed in the list.
Tethering with Xperia Link™
If you have an Xperia™ device, you can share your internet connection with another
Xperia™ device. This way, your device can connect to the Internet without having to
use its own connection. This feature is useful when you are out and about and your
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device doesn’t have or support a mobile or Wi-Fi connection on your tablet. Before
you use tethering with Xperia Link™, make sure the Xperia Link™ application is
installed and set up on both devices. Also, your Xperia™ device must have a camera
with auto focus.
The Xperia Link™ application is only supported by Xperia™ device running the Android™ 4.0
software version or higher. If the Xperia Link™ application is not pre-installed on your Xperia™
device, you can download it from Google Play™.
To connect your Xperia™ devices using a QR Code™
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Make sure the Bluetooth function is activated on both Xperia™ devices and
that the devices have an active internet connection.
Tablet: From your Home screen, tap > Xperia Link > Add device, then follow
the instructions to complete the setup. A QR Code™ appears on the screen.
The other device: From your Home screen, tap > Xperia Link > Add device >
Scan.
Hold your device over the QR Code™ on the screen until the complete QR
Code™ is visible in the viewfinder of the device.
Your device automatically scans the QR Code™ and connects to your tablet
once the QR Code™ is recognised.
To confirm the connection, tap OK.
To connect your tablet with an Xperia™ device using NFC
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Make sure the NFC and the Android Beam functions are activated on both your
Xperia™ devices and have an active internet connection.
Tablet: From your Home screen, tap > Xperia Link > Add device, then follow
the instructions to complete the setup. Once the setup is complete, a QR
Code™ appears on the screen. You can ignore this code.
The other device: From your Home screen, tap > Xperia Link > Add device.
Hold the devices back to back so that the NFC detection areas of each device
touch each other.
When Touch your screen to beam appears, touch either the screen of one of
the devices.
To confirm the connection, tap OK.
Virtual private networks (VPNs)
Use your device to connect to virtual private networks (VPNs), which allow you to
access resources inside a secured local network from a public network. For example,
VPN connections are commonly used by corporations and educational institutions for
users who need to access intranets and other internal services when they are outside
of the internal network, for example, when they are travelling.
VPN connections can be set up in many ways, depending on the network. Some
networks may require you to transfer and install a security certificate on your device.
For detailed information on how to set up a connection to your virtual private
network, please contact the network administrator of your company or organisation.
To add a virtual private network
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > More > VPN.
Tap .
Select the type of VPN to add.
Enter your VPN settings.
Tap Save.
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To connect to a virtual private network
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > More > VPN.
In the list of available networks, tap the VPN that you want to connect to.
Enter the required information.
Tap Connect.
To disconnect from a virtual private network
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Tap the notification for the VPN connection to turn it off.
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Synchronising data on your device
Synchronising with online accounts
Synchronise your device with contacts, email, calendar events and other information
from online accounts, for example, email accounts such as Gmail™ and Exchange
ActiveSync, Facebook™, Flickr™ and Twitter™. You can synchronise data
automatically for such accounts by activating the auto-sync function. Or you can
synchronise each account manually.
To set up an online account for synchronisation
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From your Home screen, tap .
Tap Settings > Accounts > Add account, then select the account that you want
to add.
Follow the instructions to create an account, or sign in if you already have an
account.
To synchronise manually with an online account
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From your Home screen, tap > Settings > Accounts.
Under Accounts, tap the name of the account that you want to synchronise
with. A list of items appears showing what can be synchronised with the
account.
Tap the items that you want to synchronise.
To remove an online account
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From your Home screen, tap > Settings > Accounts.
Under Accounts tap the name of the account that you want to remove.
Tap , then tap Remove account.
Tap Remove account again to confirm.
Synchronising with Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®
Using a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync account, you can access your corporate
email messages, calendar appointments and contacts directly on your device. After
setup, you can find your information in the Email, Calendar and Contacts
applications.
To set up an EAS account for synchronisation
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Make sure that you have your domain and server details available (as provided
by your corporate network administrator).
From your Home screen, tap .
Tap Settings > Accounts > Add account > Exchange ActiveSync.
Enter your corporate email address and password.
Tap Next. Your device begins to retrieve your account information. If a failure
occurs, enter the domain and server details for your account manually and
then tap Next.
Tap OK to allow your corporate server to control your device.
Select what data you want to sync with your device, such as contacts and
calendar entries.
If desired, activate the device administrator to allow your corporate server to
control certain security features on your device. For example, you can allow
your corporate server to set password rules and set storage encryption.
When 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 log in
again to the EAS account on your device.
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To change the settings of an EAS account
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Email, then tap .
Tap Settings and select an EAS account, then change the settings of the EAS
account as desired.
To set a synchronisation interval for an EAS account
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From your Home screen, tap .
Tap Email, then tap .
Tap Settings and select an EAS account.
Tap Check frequency > Check frequency and select an interval option.
To remove an EAS account
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From your Home screen, tap > Settings > Accounts.
Under Accounts, tap Exchange ActiveSync, then select the EAS account that
you want to remove.
Tap , then tap Remove account.
Tap Remove account again to confirm.
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Basic settings
Accessing settings
View and change settings for your device from the Settings menu. The Settings menu
is accessible from both the Application screen and the Quick settings panel.
To open the device settings menu from the Application screen
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From your Home screen, tap
Tap Settings.
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To view information about your device
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > About tablet.
To activate the screen using Tap to wake up mode
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Make 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.
Double-tap the screen.
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To open the Quick settings panel, drag the status bar downwards.
To turn on the Torch
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Drag the status bar downwards using two fingers.
Tap .
To select which settings to display on the Quick settings panel
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Using two fingers, drag the status bar downwards, then tap .
In the bar at the top of the screen, touch and hold the icon for the quick setting
that you want to add, then drag and drop it in the lower part of the screen.
To rearrange the Quick settings panel
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Using two fingers, drag the status bar downwards, then tap .
Touch and hold an icon, then move it to the desired position.
Sound volume
You can adjust the ringtone volume for notifications as well as for music and video
playback.
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To adjust the media playing volume with the volume key
When playing music or watching video, press the volume key up or down even
when the screen is locked.
To turn on vibrate mode
Press the volume key down or up until
appears in the status bar.
To adjust the volume levels
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification.
Drag the volume sliders to the desired positions.
You can also press the volume key up or down and then tap
media playback or alarm volume levels separately.
to adjust the notification,
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To select the notification sound
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Notification sound.
Select an option from the list or tap and select a music file that is saved on
your device.
To confirm, tap Done.
Some applications have their own specific notification sounds, which you can select from the
application settings.
To enable touch tones
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Other sounds.
Drag the slider beside Touch sounds to the right.
Do not disturb mode settings
You can set your device to Do not disturb mode and decide how long your device will
be in Do not disturb mode manually. You can also preset when your device will be in
Do not disturb mode automatically.
No time limit
Keep the device silent until you manually turn the sound back on.
For one hour Keep the device silent for one hour. You can tap the minus and plus icons to adjust the
duration.
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Press the volume key down until
appears.
To quickly shift between Do not disturb/Vibrate/Sound mode
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Press the volume key down or up until ,
or appears.
Tap ,
or to quickly shift between Vibrate/Sound mode. To activate Do
not disturb mode, press the volume key down when in vibrate mode.
To schedule Do not disturb mode time intervals
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Do not disturb> Automatic rules.
Select the time or event to schedule Do not disturb mode for, or add a new
rule.
Find and tap Days and mark the checkboxes for the relevant days, then tap
Done.
To adjust the start time, tap Start time and select a value, then tap OK.
To adjust the end time, tap End time and select a value, then tap OK. Your
device stays in Do not disturb mode during the selected time interval.
Setting exceptions for Do not disturb mode
You can select which types of notifications are allowed to sound in Do not disturb
mode and you can filter exceptions based on who the notifications come from. The
most common types of exceptions include:
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Messages
Alarms
To allow exceptions in Do not disturb mode
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From the Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Do not disturb > Allowed in
Priority only.
Drag the slider beside the desired option.
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To associate exceptions with specific contact types
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From the Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Do not disturb > Allowed in
Priority only.
Tap Calls or Messages.
Select an option.
Screen settings
To adjust the screen brightness
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Display > Brightness level.
Drag the slider to adjust the brightness.
Lowering the brightness level increases battery performance.
To enable vibrate on touch
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Other sounds.
Drag the slider beside Vibrate on touch to the On position. The phone now
vibrates when you tap soft keys.
To adjust the idle time before the screen turns off
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Display > Sleep.
Select an option.
To turn off the screen quickly, briefly press the power key
.
Smart backlight control
The smart backlight control keeps the screen on as long as the device is held in your
hand. Once you put down the device, the screen turns off according to your sleep
setting.
To turn on the Smart backlight control function
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Display > Smart backlight control.
Drag the slider to the right.
Screen pinning
Use screen pinning to set your device to display only the screen for a specific
application. For example, if you are playing a game and you accidentally touch the
Home navigation key, the screen pinning feature prevents the active game app screen
from being minimised. You can also use this feature when you lend your device to
another person to make it harder for them to access more than one application. For
example, you can lend your device to somebody to take a photo and pin the screen
to the Camera application so that the person can't easily use other apps such as
Email.
Screen pinning is not a security feature and does not fully prevent other users from unpinning a
screen and accessing your device. To protect your data, you should set up your device to
request a screen lock PIN, password or pattern before someone can unpin the screen.
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To activate screen pinning
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2
3
4
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen pinning.
Drag the slider to the right.
If you have not set up a pattern, PIN or password screen lock on your device,
drag the slider beside Lock device when unpinning to the right and then select
an option. If you already have a screen lock enabled, then drag the slider to
activate the relevant security option after you activate screen pinning.
A pattern, PIN or password is not mandatory for screen pinning to work.
To pin a screen
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Make sure that screen pinning is activated on your device.
Open an app and go to the screen that you want to pin.
Tap .
To display the screen pinning icon , swipe upwards.
Tap .
In the popup window that appears, tap Got it.
To unpin a screen
1
2
On the pinned screen, touch and hold
Release both buttons.
and
at the same time.
If you selected a security option when you activated the screen pinning function, you have to
enter your pattern, PIN or password to unlock the device before the screen can be unpinned.
Application settings
Some apps will ask for permissions once you start using them. You can allow or deny
permissions individually for each app, either from the Settings menu or from the
Permission confirm dialog. Permission requirements depend on the app’s design.
Allowing or denying permissions
You can choose whether to allow or deny permissions when the dialog is shown. If
you have used another Android version previously, most apps will have already been
granted the necessary permissions.
To allow a permission
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To allow a permission, tap Always allow.
When the confirm dialog appears for the second time, you can choose the
Never ask again option if you wish.
A dialog will also explain why the app needs the permissions and what it uses
them for specifically. To dismiss this dialog, tap OK.
To deny a permission
To deny a permission, tap Deny when the dialog is shown.
Some applications can still be used even if you have denied permissions.
Critical permissions
Some permissions are mandatory for apps to work as intended. In such cases, a
dialog will inform you.
To configure applications
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Apps > .
Select a configuration option, for example App permissions, then choose an
application that you want to configure.
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To allow critical permissions
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To allow a permission, tap Continue > APP INFO > Permission.
Find the critical permission you need.
Drag the slider to the right.
You can also manage permissions in Settings > Apps. Tap an app and change the permissions
as desired.
Allowing or denying automatic application updates
If the automatic update feature is enabled, your applications get updated without you
being asked, so you may not realise that large volumes of data are being
downloaded. In order to avoid potentially high data transfer costs, you can disable
automatic updates or enable automatic updates only over Wi-Fi connection. You
have to disable the automatic update feature both in the Play Store™ app and the
What's New app (where available) to avoid the automatic updating of apps.
To enable or disable automatic updates for all applications in the Play Store
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2
3
From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap
Tap , then tap Settings > Auto-update apps.
Select the preferred option.
.
To enable or disable automatic updates for all applications in What’s New
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2
3
From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap
Tap , then tap Settings > Auto-update apps.
Select the preferred option.
.
Application linking
Your device can determine the default app to handle a particular web link. This
means that if the link is set, you don’t need to select an app each time you open a
link. You can change the default app any time you want.
To manage app links from the Settings menu
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2
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Apps.
Tap and find App links.
Select the app for which you want to set the supported links.
Set the App links property to Open in this app option.
Resetting your applications
You can reset an application or clear application data if your application stops
responding or causes issues with your device.
To reset application preferences
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2
3
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Apps.
Tap , then tap Reset app preferences.
Resetting application preferences does not delete any application data from your device.
To clear application data
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3
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Apps.
Select an application or service, then tap Storage > CLEAR DATA.
When you clear application data, data for the selected application is deleted from your device
permanently. The option to clear application data is not available for all applications or
services.
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To clear application cache
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Apps.
Select an application or service, then tap Storage > CLEAR CACHE.
The option to clear the application cache is not available for all applications or services.
To clear the application default setting
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2
3
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Apps.
Select an application or service, then tap Open by default > CLEAR
DEFAULTS.
The option to clear the application default setting is not available for all applications or
services.
Daydream
Daydream is an interactive screen saver that automatically displays colours, photos
or 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 saver
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2
3
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Display > Daydream.
Drag the slider to the right.
To select content for the Daydream screen saver
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2
3
4
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Display > Daydream.
Drag the slider to the right.
Select what you want to display when the screen saver is active.
To set when the Daydream screen saver starts
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3
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5
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Display > Daydream.
Drag the slider to the right.
To activate the Daydream screen saver immediately, tap , then tap Start now.
To set automatic activation options, tap , then tap When to daydream and
select an option.
Language settings
You 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. See Personalising the onscreen keyboard on page 58.
To change the language
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2
3
4
From the Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Language & input > Language.
Select an option.
Tap OK.
If you select the wrong language and cannot read the menu texts, find and tap . Then select
the text beside
and select the first entry in the menu that opens. You can then select the
language you want.
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Date and time
You can change the date and time on your device.
To set the date manually
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3
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From the Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Date & time.
Drag the slider beside Automatic date & time to the left.
Tap Set date.
Scroll up and down to select the desired date.
Tap OK.
To set the time manually
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2
3
4
5
6
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Date & time.
Drag the slider beside Automatic date & time to the left.
Tap Set time.
Select the relevant values for the hour and minute.
Tap OK.
To set the time zone
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2
3
4
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Date & time.
Tap Select time zone.
Select an option.
X-Reality™ for mobile
Sony's X-Reality™ for mobile technology improves the viewing quality of photos and
videos, 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 to reduce battery
consumption.
To turn on X-Reality™ for mobile
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2
3
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Display >Image enhancement.
Tap the X-Reality for mobile radio button if it is not already selected.
Super-vivid mode
Super-vivid mode enhances the colour brightness and saturation of your photos and
videos while you view them on your device.
To turn on Super-vivid mode
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2
3
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Display >Image enhancement.
Tap the Super-vivid mode radio button if it is not already selected.
Enhancing the sound output
You can enhance the sound of your device by manually enabling individual sound
settings such as Equaliser and Surround sound. You can also enable the Dynamic
normaliser to minimise volume differences between songs or videos.
To enhance the sound output manually
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2
3
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Audio settings.
Drag the slider beside ClearAudio+ to the right.
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To adjust the sound settings manually
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From the Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Sound > Audio settings.
Unmark the ClearAudio+ checkbox if it is marked.
Tap Sound effects.
Adjust the sound settings by dragging the frequency band buttons up or down.
To minimise volume differences using the Dynamic normaliser
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2
3
From the Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Audio settings.
Drag the slider beside Dynamic normaliser to the right.
Noise cancellation
Your device supports noise cancelling headsets. By using a noise cancelling headset
with 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 also
use 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 headset
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4
Connect the noise cancelling headset to your device.
From your Home screen, tap > Settings > Sound & notification > Accessory
settings > Noise cancelling, then drag the slider beside Noise cancelling to the
right.
If you want Noise cancelling to be enabled only during music or video playback
or when the screen is active, drag the slider beside Power saver mode to the
right.
If you want Noise cancelling to be enabled for as long as the headset is
connected, drag the slider beside Power saver mode to the left.
A noise cancelling headset may not be included with your device at purchase.
To adjust the settings to the noise environment
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2
3
4
Make sure a noise cancelling headset is connected to your device.
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Accessory settings > Noise
cancelling > Noise environment.
Select the relevant noise environment type, then tap OK.
Multiple user accounts
Your device supports multiple user accounts so that different users can log in
separately to the device and use it. Multiple user accounts work well in situations
where you share the same device with other people or lend your device to someone
to use for a while. The user who sets up the device for the first time becomes the
owner of the device. Only the owner can manage the accounts of other users. Apart
from the owner account, there are three different types of accounts:
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Regular User: This account type is suitable for someone who regularly uses your
device.
Guest User: Enable the guest account option for someone who just wants to use your
device temporarily.
Restricted Profile: Use this option if you want to make only a restricted number of
applications available to a person using your device.
Some features are only available to the owner. For example, only the owner can allow
downloads from sources other than Google Play™.
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About the Regular User account
By adding Regular User accounts, you can allow different users to have different
home screens, wallpapers and general settings. They also get separate access to
applications and memory storage for files such as music and photos. You can add up
to seven regular user accounts on your device.
To add a regular user account
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7
Make sure your are logged in as the owner, that is, the user who set up the
device for the first time.
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Users > Add user or profile > User.
Tap OK. The new account is created.
Tap SET UP NOW. The screen locks and an icon representing the newly added
user appears in the top right corner.
Unlock the screen by swiping upwards.
Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the account for the new user.
In cases where the person using the new account wants to set up the account but is not
available at the time, you can tap NOT NOW in step 5. When the user is ready, they can select
Users under Settings and see the new account, which appears as New user. Just tap the
account and follow the instructions to finish setting it up.
You can also add a regular user account from the status bar on any screen. Just drag the
status bar downwards using two fingers and tap the user icon, then tap Add user.
To delete a regular user account from your device
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4
Make sure you are logged in as the owner.
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Users.
Tap beside the name of the user that you want to delete, then tap Remove
user > Delete .
About the Guest User account
If someone just wants to use your device temporarily, you can enable a guest
account for this user. In guest mode, your device starts up as a freshly installed
system with only the pre-installed apps. Once your guest is finished using your
device, you can wipe the session clean so that the next guest can start fresh. The
guest user account is pre-installed and cannot be deleted.
To activate the guest user account
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3
Make sure you are logged in as the owner, that is, the user who set up the
device for the first time.
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Users > Guest.
You can also activate the guest user account from the status bar on any screen. Just drag the
status bar downwards using two fingers and tap the user icon, then tap Add guest.
To clear the guest session data
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2
3
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5
Make sure you are logged in to the guest account.
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Users.
Find and tap Remove guest.
Tap Remove.
You can also clear the guest session from the status bar on any screen as long as you are
logged in to the guest account. Just drag the status bar downwards using two fingers and tap
the user icon, then tap Remove guest.
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About the restricted profile
You can add restricted profiles, which only allow restricted access to apps from the
owner account. For example, you can create a restricted profile for children to
prevent them from playing games or viewing mature content from your account. You
can add up to seven restricted profiles on your device.
To add a restricted profile
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3
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6
Make sure you are logged in as the owner, that is, the user who set up the
device for the first time.
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Users > Add user or profile.
Tap Restricted profile. A list of available apps appears.
To name the profile, tap New profile and enter a name, then tap OK.
Drag the relevant slider to the right beside the apps to which you want to grant
access.
If you don’t have a PIN, password, or pattern set up as your screen lock when you are adding
a restricted profile, after tap Restricted profile in step 4, you will be asked to set up a screen
lock and select an option about how to display notifications on your lock screen. Please follow
the on-screen instructions you are prompted with. For more information about notification
display options on the lock screen, see Notification display options on the lock screen on
page 25.
To delete a restricted profile from your device
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Make sure you are logged in as the owner.
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Users.
Tap beside the name of the profile that you want to delete, then tap
Delete .
>
Switching between multiple user accounts
To switch between multiple user accounts
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2
To 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.
Tap the icon representing the user account that you want to switch to. The lock
screen for that user account appears.
When you switch to the guest account, tap Start again if you want to wipe the previous
session or tap Yes, continue to continue the previous session.
Each user can set their own lock screen. See Screen lock on page 10.
Settings for multiple user accounts
There are three different types of settings on devices with multiple users:
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Settings that can be changed by any user and affect all users. Examples include
language, Wi-Fi, Airplane mode, NFC and Bluetooth®.
Settings that only affect an individual user account. Examples include automatic data
syncing, screen lock, various accounts added, and wallpaper.
Settings that are only visible to the owner and affect all users, for example, VPN
settings.
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Typing text
On-screen keyboard
You can enter text with the on-screen QWERTY keyboard by tapping each letter
individually, or you can use the Gesture input feature and slide your finger from letter
to letter to form words. If you prefer to use a smaller and moveable version of the onscreen keyboard, you can activate the thumb keyboard or the mini keyboard instead.
You can select up to three languages for text input. The Smart language detection
feature detects the language that you are using and predicts the words for that
language as you type.
1 Delete a character before the cursor.
2 Insert a new line or confirm text input.
3 Switch between lower case , upper case
access extra characters in the language.
and caps
. For some languages, this key is used to
4 Shift to the moveable thumb keyboard or the mini keyboard.
5 Enter a space.
6 Personalise your keyboard. This key disappears after the keyboard is personalised.
7 Display numbers and symbols. For even more symbols, tap
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To display the on-screen keyboard to enter text
Tap a text entry field.
To enter text character by character
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2
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To enter a character visible on the keyboard, tap the character.
To enter a character variant, touch and hold a regular keyboard character to
get 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 your
finger pressed on the keyboard, drag to and select "é".
To enter a period
After you enter a word, double-tap the space bar.
To switch between the full keyboard and a smaller keyboard
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2
When you enter text using the on-screen keyboard, tap
Select a keyboard.
Tap and hold
,
or
.
, then drag it to move the small keyboard as desired.
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To change the Gesture input settings
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When the on-screen keyboard is displayed, tap .
Tap , then tap Keyboard settings .
To activate or deactivate the Gesture input function, drag the slider beside
Gesture input to the on or off position.
To enter text using the Gesture input function
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2
3
When the on-screen keyboard is displayed, slide your finger from letter to letter
to trace the word that you want to write.
After you finish entering a word, lift up your finger. A word suggestion appears
based on the letters that you have traced.
to see other options and
If the word that you want does not appear, tap
select accordingly. If the desired option does not appear, delete the entire word
and trace it again, or enter the word by tapping each letter individually.
Entering text using voice input
When you enter text, you can use the voice input function instead of typing the
words. Just speak the words that you want to enter. Voice input is an experimental
technology from Google™, and is available for a number of languages and regions.
To enable voice input
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When the on-screen keyboard is displayed, tap .
Tap , then tap Keyboard settings .
Drag the slider beside Google™ voice typing key to the right.
Tap to save your settings. A microphone icon now appears on your onscreen keyboard.
To enter text using voice input
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3
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Open the on-screen keyboard.
Tap . When appears, speak to enter text.
When you're finished, tap again. The suggested text appears.
Edit the text manually if necessary.
To make the keyboard appear and enter text manually, tap
.
Editing text
You can select, cut, copy and paste text as you write. You can access the editing
options by double-tapping the entered text. The editing options then become
available via an application bar.
Application bar
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The following actions are available on the selected text:
Cut
Copy
Paste
Share
Select all
The Paste option only appears when you have text saved on the clipboard.
To select text
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Enter some text, then double-tap the text. The word you tap gets highlighted
by tabs on both sides.
Drag the tabs left or right to select more text.
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To edit text
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Enter some text, then double-tap the entered text to make the application bar
appear.
Select the text that you want to edit, then use the application bar to make your
desired changes.
To use the magnifier
When you enter text, tap and hold on the text field to view the text magnified
and to place the cursor where you want within the text field.
Personalising the on-screen keyboard
When entering text using the on-screen keyboard, you can access keyboard and
other text input settings that help you, for example, to set options for writing
languages, text prediction and correction. You can get word suggestions for one
language at a time by deactivating the Smart language detection feature.
The keyboard can use text that you have written in messaging and other applications
to learn your writing style. There is also a Personalisation guide that runs you through
the most basic settings to get you started quickly. You can select to use other
keyboards and switch between keyboards. For example, you can select the Xperia™
Chinese keyboard or the Xperia™ Japanese keyboard.
To access the on-screen keyboard settings
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When you enter text using the on-screen keyboard, tap .
Tap , then tap Keyboard settings and change the settings as desired.
To add a writing language for text input, tap Writing languages and mark the
relevant checkboxes.
Tap OK to confirm.
To change the word suggestion settings
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2
3
When you enter text using the on-screen keyboard, tap
Tap , then tap Keyboard settings > Word suggestions.
Select an option.
.
To select a keyboard
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2
When you enter text using the on-screen keyboard, tap
of the screen.
Select an option.
at the bottom right
To enable more keyboard options, tap More keyboards, then drag the relevant sliders to the
right.
To change writing language using the on-screen keyboard
This feature is only available if you have added more than one input language and the Smart
language detection feature is off, or if the languages that you selected include non-Latin
languages.
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When you enter text using the on-screen keyboard, tap the writing language
icon to switch between the selected writing languages. For example, tap
until the desired writing language appears.
To change the Smart language detection setting
To use Smart language detection, more than one language must be selected in Writing
languages. Also note that only languages using a Latin alphabet are supported.
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2
3
When the on-screen keyboard is displayed, tap .
Tap , then tap Keyboard settings .
To activate or deactivate the Smart language detection function, drag the slider
beside Smart language detection to the on or off position.
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To change the Use my writing style settings
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When you enter text using the on-screen keyboard, tap .
Tap , then tap Keyboard settings > Use my writing style and select an option.
To select a keyboard layout variant
Layout variants for the on-screen keyboard may not be available for all writing languages. You
can select different keyboard layouts for each writing language.
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2
3
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5
When you enter text using the on-screen keyboard, tap .
Tap , then tap Keyboard settings.
Tap Writing languages, then tap
beside a writing language.
Select a keyboard layout variant.
Tap OK to confirm.
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Contacts
Transferring contacts
There are several ways to transfer contacts to your new device. You can sync
contacts from an online account or import contacts directly from another device.
Transferring contacts using a computer
Xperia™ Transfer is an application that helps you to collect contacts from your old
device and transfer them to your new device. Xperia™ Transfer, which you can
access from within the Xperia™ Companion software, supports mobile devices that
run on iOS/iCloud and Android™. If you are switching from an iOS device, the App
Matching feature suggests the Android equivalents of your iOS apps.
To use Xperia™ Transfer, you need:
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An internet-connected computer.
Your new Android™ device.
A USB cable for your new Android™ device.
Your old device.
A USB cable for your old device.
You may not need your old device. For iOS devices, you can connect directly to iCloud or use
a local backup. For previously owned Sony devices you can use local backups.
To transfer contacts to your new device
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3
Search and download Xperia™ Companion for Windows at
http://support.sonymobile.com/tools/xperia-companion/ or Xperia™
Companion for Mac at
http://support.sonymobile.com/tools/xperia-companion-mac/ if the software is
not already installed.
Using a USB cable, connect your device to the computer.
After successful installation, open the Xperia™ Companion software if it is not
automatically launched, then click Xperia™ Transfer and follow the relevant
instructions to transfer your contacts.
Transferring contacts using an online account
If you sync the contacts in your old device or your computer with an online account,
for example, Google Sync™, Facebook™ or Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®, you
can transfer your contacts to your new device using that account.
To synchronise contacts to your new device using a synchronisation account
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3
From your Home screen, tap , then tap .
Tap , then tap Settings > Accounts & sync.
Select the account that you want to sync your contacts with, then tap > Sync
now.
You need to be signed in to the relevant sync account before you can sync your contacts with
it.
Other methods for transferring contacts
There are several other ways to transfer contacts from your old device to your new
device. For example, you can copy contacts to a memory card, or use Bluetooth®
technology. For more specific information about transferring the contacts from your
old device, refer to the relevant User guide.
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To import contacts from a memory card
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From your Home screen, tap , then tap .
Press , then tap Import contacts > SD card.
Select where to store your contacts.
Select the files that you want to import and tap OK.
To import contacts using Bluetooth® technology
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Make sure you have the Bluetooth® function turned on and that your device is
set to visible.
When you are notified of an incoming file to your device, drag the status bar
downwards and tap the notification to accept the file transfer.
Tap Accept to start the file transfer.
Drag the status bar downwards. When the transfer is complete, tap the
notification.
Tap the received file and select where to store your contacts.
Searching and viewing contacts
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Search for contacts
2
View more options
3
Contacts, Favourites and Groups tabs
4
Edit and view medical and emergency contact information
5
View contact details
6
Jump to contacts starting with the selected letter
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Add a contact
To search for a contact
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2
From your Home screen, tap , then tap .
Tap and enter a phone number, name or other information in the Search
contacts field. The result list is filtered as you enter each character.
To select which contacts to display in the Contacts application
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2
3
From your Home screen, tap , then tap .
Press , then tap Filter.
In the list that appears, mark or unmark the desired options. If you have
synchronised your contacts with a synchronisation account, that account
appears in the list. To further expand the list of options, tap the account.
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Adding and editing contacts
To add a contact
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3
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5
From your Home screen, tap , then tap .
Tap .
If you have synchronised your contacts with one or more accounts and you are
adding a contact for the first time, you must select the account to which you
want to add this contact. Alternatively, tap No backup if you only want to use
and save this contact on your device.
Enter or select the desired information for the contact.
When you are finished, tap SAVE.
After you select a synchronisation account in step 3, that account will show as the default
account offered the next time you add a contact. When you save a contact to a particular
account, that account will show as the default account to save to the next time you add a
contact. If you have saved a contact to a particular account and want to change it, you need to
create 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 not
have to edit the number again when you make calls from other countries.
To edit a contact
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2
3
4
From your Home screen, tap , then tap .
Tap the contact that you want to edit, then tap
Edit the desired information.
When you are finished, tap SAVE.
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Some synchronisation services do not allow you to edit contact details.
To associate a picture with a contact
1
2
3
4
From your Home screen, tap , then tap .
Tap the contact that you want to edit, then tap .
Tap
, then select a method for adding the contact picture and edit as
desired.
After you add the picture, tap SAVE.
You can also add a picture to a contact directly from the Album application. If you want to add
a picture that is saved to an online account, you must download the picture first.
To personalise the ringtone for a contact
1
2
3
4
5
From your Home screen, tap , then tap .
Tap the contact that you want to edit, then tap .
Tap > Set ringtone.
Select an option from the list or tap to select a music file saved to your
device, then tap DONE.
Tap SAVE.
To delete contacts
1
2
3
4
From your Home screen, tap , then tap .
Touch and hold the contact that you want to delete.
To delete all contacts, tap the downwards arrow to open the drop down menu,
then select Mark all.
Tap , then tap Delete.
To edit contact information about yourself
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2
3
4
From your Home screen, tap , then tap .
Tap Myself, then tap .
Enter the new information or make the changes you want.
When you are finished, tap SAVE.
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Favourites and groups
You can mark contacts as favourites so that you can get quick access to them from
the Contacts application. You can also assign contacts to groups, to get quicker
access to a group of contacts from within the Contacts application.
To mark or unmark a contact as a favourite
1
2
3
From the Home screen, tap , then tap .
Tap the contact you want to add to or remove from your favourites.
Tap .
To view your favourite contacts
1
2
From your Home screen, tap
Tap Favourites.
, then tap
.
To assign a contact to a group
1
2
3
4
In the Contacts application, tap the contact that you want to assign to a group.
Tap , then tap the bar directly under Groups.
Mark the checkboxes for the groups to which you want to add the contact.
Tap SAVE.
Sending contact information
To send your business card
1
2
3
4
From your Home screen, tap , then tap .
Tap Myself.
Tap , then tap Share.
Select an available transfer method and follow the on-screen instructions.
To send a contact
1
2
3
4
From your Home screen, tap , then tap .
Tap the contact whose details you want to send.
Tap , then tap Share.
Select an available transfer method and follow the on-screen instructions.
To send several contacts at once
1
2
3
4
From your Home screen, tap , then tap .
Press , then tap Mark several.
Mark the contacts you want to send, or select all if you want to send all
contacts.
Tap , then select an available transfer method and follow the on-screen
instructions.
Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application
If you synchronise your contacts with a new account or import contact information in
other ways, you could end up with duplicate entries in the Contacts application. If this
happens, you can join such duplicates to create a single entry. And if you join entries
by mistake, you can separate them again later.
To link contacts
1
2
3
4
From your Home screen, tap , then tap .
Tap the contact that you want to link with another contact.
Press , then tap Link contact.
Tap the contact whose information you want to join with the first contact, then
tap OK to confirm. The information from the first contact is merged with the
second contact, and the linked contacts are displayed as one contact in the
Contacts list.
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To separate linked contacts
1
2
3
From your Home screen, tap , then tap .
Tap the linked contact that you want to edit, then tap
Tap Unlink contact > Unlink.
.
Backing up contacts
You can use a memory card or a USB storage device to back up contacts. See
Transferring contacts on page 60 for more information about how to restore contacts
to your device.
To export all contacts to a memory card
1
2
3
From your Home screen, tap , then tap .
Press , then tap Export contacts > SD card.
Tap OK.
To export all contacts to a USB storage device
When you export contacts using this method, you must first connect your device to a USB
storage device, for example, a flash drive or an external hard drive, using a
USB Host adapter cable. See Connecting your device to USB accessories on page 101 for
more information about how to connect your device to a USB storage device.
1
2
3
From your Home screen, tap , then tap .
Tap , then tap Export contacts > USB storage.
Tap OK.
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Email
Setting up email
Use the email application in your device to send and receive email messages through
your 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 account
1
2
3
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Email.
Follow 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 information
on detailed settings for the email account.
To add an extra email account
1
2
3
4
5
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Email.
Tap , then tap Settings > Add account.
Enter the email address and password, then tap Next. If the settings for the
email account cannot be downloaded automatically, complete the setup
manually.
When you are finished, tap Next.
Sending and receiving email messages
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1
View a list of all email accounts and recent folders
2
Sort email messages
3
Search for email messages
4
Access settings and options
5
Write an email message
6
List of email messages
To download new email messages
When the inbox is open, swipe downwards on the message list.
To read your email messages
1
2
3
4
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Email.
If you are using several email accounts, tap and select the account that you
want to check. If you want to check all your email accounts at once, tap ,
then tap Combined inbox.
In the email inbox, scroll up or down and tap the email message that you want
to read.
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To create and send an email message
1
2
3
4
From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Email.
If you are using several email accounts, tap and select the account from
which you want to send the email.
Tap , then type the recipient's name or email address and select one or more
recipients from the drop down list.
Enter the email subject and message text, then tap .
To reply to an email message
1
2
In your email inbox, find and tap the message that you want to reply to, then
tap Reply or Reply all.
Enter your reply, then tap .
To forward an email message
1
2
3
In your email inbox, find and tap the message that you want to forward, then
tap Forward.
Enter the recipient's name or email address, then select one or more recipients
from the drop down list.
Enter your message text, then tap .
To view an email message attachment
1
2
3
Find and tap the email message containing the attachment that you want to
view. Email messages with attachments are indicated by .
After the email message opens, tap Load. The attachment starts to download.
After the attachment finishes downloading, tap VIEW.
To save a sender's email address to your contacts
1
2
3
4
Find and tap a message in your email inbox.
Tap the name of the sender, tap Add to Contacts then tap OK.
Select an existing contact, or tap Create new contact.
Edit the contact information if desired, then tap Save.
Organising your email messages
To sort your emails
1
2
3
4
5
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Email.
If you are using several email accounts, tap and select the account with the
inbox that you want to sort. If you want to sort email in all your email accounts
at once, tap , then tap Combined inbox.
Tap , then tap Sort.
Select a sorting option.
To search for emails
1
2
3
4
5
From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Email.
If you are using several email accounts, tap and select the account that you
want to search. If you want to search all your email accounts at once, tap ,
then tap Combined inbox.
Tap .
Enter your search text, then tap on the keyboard.
The search result appears in a list sorted by date. Tap the email message that
you want to open.
To view all folders for one email account
1
2
3
From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Email.
Drag the left edge of the screen to the right, then select the account that you
want to check.
Under the account that you want to check, select Show all folders.
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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 folder
1
2
In your email inbox, flick the message that you want to move to the left.
Tap Move, then select a folder.
Email account settings
To remove an email account from your device
1
2
3
4
5
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Email.
Press , then tap Settings.
Select the account you want to remove.
Tap Delete account > OK.
To change the inbox check frequency
1
2
3
4
5
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Email.
Tap , then tap Settings.
Select the account for which you want to change the inbox check frequency.
Tap Check frequency > Check frequency and select an option.
To set an Out of Office auto-reply in an Exchange Active Sync account
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Email.
Press , then tap Settings.
Select the EAS (Exchange Active Sync) account for which you want to set an
Out of Office auto-reply.
Tap Out of office.
Drag the slider beside Out of office to the right to turn on the function.
If needed, mark the Set time range checkbox and set the time range for the
auto reply.
Enter your Out of Office message in the body text field.
Tap OK to confirm.
Gmail™
If you have a Google™ account, you can use the Gmail™ application to read and
write email messages.
1
View a list of all Gmail accounts and folders
2
Search for email messages
3
Archive an email message
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4
Delete an email message
5
Mark an email message as unread
6
Move an email message to a folder
7
Access settings and options
8
List of email messages
9
Write an email message
To learn more about Gmail™
When the Gmail application is open, drag the left edge of the screen to the
right, then find and tap Help.
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Music
Transferring music to your device
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There are different ways to transfer music from a computer to your device:
You can transfer music files between your device and a computer using the provided
USB cable. After connecting, select Transfer files (MTP) on your device and then
simply copy and paste or drag and drop the files using the computer. See Managing
files using a computer on page 33.
You can use the Xperia™ Companion software to transfer your media files between
the computer and your device. Learn more and download Xperia™ Companion for
Windows at http://support.sonymobile.com/tools/xperia-companion/ or Xperia™
Companion for Mac at http://support.sonymobile.com/tools/xperia-companion-mac/.
The Music application may not support all music file formats. For more information about
supported file formats and the use of multimedia (audio, image and video) files, download the
White Paper for your device at www.sonymobile.com/support/.
Listening to music
Use the Music application to listen to your favourite music and audio books.
1
Go to the Music home screen
2
Search all songs saved to your device
3
View the current play queue
4
Album art (if available)
5
Progress indicator – Drag the indicator or tap along the line to fast forward or rewind
6
Elapsed time of current song
7
Total time length of current song
8
Repeat all songs in the current play queue
9
Tap to go to the next song in the play queue
Touch and hold to fast forward within the current song
10
Play or pause a song
11
Tap to go to the previous song in the play queue
Touch and hold to rewind within the current song
12
Shuffle songs in the current play queue
Music home screen
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Drag the left edge of the screen to the right to open the Music home screen menu
2
Scroll up or down to view content
3
Play a song using the Music application
4
Return to the music player screen
5
Play all songs in shuffle mode
To play a song using the Music application
1
2
3
4
From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap
Drag the left edge of the screen to the right.
Select a music category.
Tap a song to play it.
.
You might not be able to play copyright-protected items. Verify that you have necessary rights
in material that you intend to share.
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To find song-related information online
While a song is playing in the Music application, tap the Album art and then tap
More about this.
Online resources related to the song can include videos on YouTube™, song lyrics, and artist
information on Wikipedia.
To edit music information and download album art
1
2
3
4
From the Music application, tap the Album art and then tap Edit music info.
Edit the information as desired.
To set or download album art, tap , then select an option.
When you are finished, tap SAVE.
You can also set album art to download automatically in the Music menu, under Settings.
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To adjust the audio volume
Press the volume key.
To minimise the Music application
When a song is playing, tap to go to the Home screen. The Music
application keeps running in the background.
To open the Music application when it is playing in the background
1
2
While a song is playing in the background, tap the
applications window.
Tap the Music application.
to open the recently used
Music home screen menu
The Music home screen menu gives you an overview of all the songs on your device.
From here you can manage your albums and playlists.
1
Return to the Music home screen
2
View the current play queue
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Browse all artists
4
Browse all albums
5
Browse all songs
6
Browse your music library and filter by artist, album or song name
7
Browse all playlists
8
Play a shared music file on another device
9
View all subscribed or downloaded files in Podcast
10
Open the settings menu for the Music application
11
Open the support menu for the Music application
To open the Music home screen menu
1
2
From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap
Drag the left edge of the screen to the right.
.
To return to the Music home screen
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When the Music home screen menu is open, tap Home.
When the Music home screen menu is open, tap on the screen to the right of
the menu.
To delete a song
1
2
3
From the Music home screen menu, browse to the song that you want to
delete.
Touch and hold the song title, then tap Delete in the list that appears.
Tap Delete again to confirm.
Playlists
On the Music home screen, you can create your own playlists from the music that is
saved on your device.
To create your own playlists
1
2
3
From the Music home screen, touch and hold the name of the album or song
that you want to add to a playlist.
In the menu that opens, tap Add to playlist > Create new playlist.
Enter a name for the playlist and tap OK.
You can also tap the album art and then tap Add to playlist to create a new playlist.
To play your own playlists
1
2
3
Open the Music home screen menu, then tap Playlists.
Under Playlists, select the playlist that you want to open.
If you want to play all songs, tap Shuffle all.
To add songs to a playlist
1
2
3
From the Music home screen, browse to the song or album that you want to
add to a playlist.
Touch and hold the song or the album title, then tap Add to playlist.
Tap the name of the playlist to which you want to add the album or song. The
album or song is now added to the playlist.
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To remove a song from a playlist
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2
In a playlist, touch and hold the title of the song that you want to delete.
Tap Remove from playlist.
You might not be able to delete a song that is saved on the memory card or on your device's
internal storage.
To delete a playlist
1
2
3
4
Open the Music home screen menu, then tap Playlists.
Touch and hold the playlist that you want to delete.
Tap Delete.
Tap Delete again to confirm.
You cannot delete smart playlists.
Sharing music
To share a song
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2
3
From the Music home screen, browse to the song or album that you want to
share.
Touch and hold the song title, then tap Share.
Select an application from the list, then follow the on-screen instructions.
You can also share albums and playlists in the same way.
Enhancing the sound
To improve the sound quality using the Equaliser
1
2
Open the Music home screen menu, then tap Settings > Audio settings >
Sound effects > Equaliser.
To adjust the sound manually, drag the frequency band buttons up or down. To
and select a style.
adjust the sound automatically, tap
To turn on the Surround sound feature
1
2
Open the Music home screen menu, then tap Settings > Audio settings >
Sound effects > Surround sound (VPT).
Flick left or right to select a setting, then tap OK to confirm.
Recognising music with TrackID™
Use the TrackID™ music recognition service to identify a song you hear playing in
your surroundings. Just record a short sample of the song and you’ll get artist, title
and album info within seconds. You can purchase songs identified by TrackID™ and
you can view TrackID™ charts to see what TrackID™ users around the globe are
searching for. For best results, use TrackID™ in a quiet area.
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Search for tracks, albums and artists
2
Create an online TrackID™ profile
3
View current music charts
4
View TrackID™ options
5
View the history of your previous searches
6
Check out what others are tracking
7
Identify the music that you are listening to
The TrackID™ application and the TrackID™ service are not supported in all countries/regions
or by all networks and/or service providers. TrackID™ can be connected to music streaming
services available in your country.
To identify music using TrackID™ technology
1
2
3
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap TrackID™, then hold your device close to the music source.
Tap . If the song is recognised by the TrackID™ service, the results appear on
the screen.
To return to the TrackID™ start screen, tap
.
To view artist information for a song
1
2
After a song is recognised by the TrackID™ application, the result is displayed
on the TrackID™ home screen.
Scroll to the result that you want to view, then tap to open it.
To delete a song from the track history
1
2
3
Open the TrackID™ application, then browse to the song that you want to
delete.
Touch and hold the screen to make appear.
Tap .
To use TrackID™ LIVE
You can use TrackID™ LIVE to see real time LIVE trackings from around the world.
There are two ways to start TrackID™ LIVE:
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Tap the map on the TrackID™ home screen.
Or press , then tap TrackID™ LIVE.
You can change how fast you want to get the trackings and you can mute or unmute the song
previews.
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FM radio
Listening to the radio
The FM radio in your device works like any FM radio. For example, you can browse
and listen to FM radio stations and save them as favourites. You must connect a
wired headset or headphones to your device before you can use the radio. This is
because the headset or headphones act as an antenna. After one of these devices is
connected, you can then switch the audio to the speaker, if desired.
1
Save or remove a channel as a favourite
2
Tuned frequency
3
Favourites list
4
Launch the TrackID™ music recognition application
5
Radio on/off button
6
View menu options
7
Frequency band – drag left or right to move between channels
8
Move up the frequency band to search for a channel
9
Tuning dial
10
A saved favourite channel
11
Move down the frequency band to search for a channel
To listen to the FM radio
1
2
3
Connect a headset or a set of headphones to your device.
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap FM radio . The available channels appear as you scroll through
the frequency band.
When you start the FM radio, available channels appear automatically. If a channel has RDS
information, 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 channels
1
2
When the radio is open, press .
Tap Search for channels. The radio scans the whole frequency band, and all
available channels are displayed.
To switch the radio sound to the speaker
1
2
When the radio is open, press .
Tap Play in speaker.
To switch the sound back to the wired headset or headphones, press and tap Play in
headphones.
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To identify a song on the FM radio using TrackID™
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2
3
While the song is playing on your device's FM radio, tap .
A progress indicator appears while the TrackID™ application samples the
song. If successful, you are presented with a track result, or a list of possible
tracks.
Press to return the FM Radio.
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 channels
To save a channel as a favourite
1
2
3
When the radio is open, navigate to the channel that you want to save as a
favourite.
Tap .
Enter a name and select a colour for the channel, then press SAVE.
To listen to a favourite radio channel
1
2
Tap .
Select an option.
To remove a channel as a favourite
1
2
When the radio is open, navigate to the channel that you want to remove.
Tap , then tap Delete.
Sound settings
To switch between mono and stereo sound mode
1
2
3
When the radio is open, press .
Tap Enable stereo sound.
To listen to the radio in mono sound mode again, press and tap Force mono
sound.
To select the radio region
1
2
3
When the radio is open, press .
Tap Set radio region.
Select an option.
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Camera
Taking photos and recording videos
1
Zoom in or out
2
Switch between the front and main camera
3
Front camera
4
Main camera screen
5
View photos and videos
6
Take photos or record videos
7
Adjust capturing mode settings
8
Go back a step or exit the camera
9
Select capturing mode
To take a photo from the lock screen
1
2
3
To activate the screen, briefly press the power key .
To activate the camera, touch and hold the camera icon
left.
After the camera opens, tap .
, then drag it to the
To take a photo by touching the screen
1
2
3
4
5
Activate the camera.
Tap .
Drag the Touch capture slider to the right.
Point the camera towards the subject.
To take a photo, tap any area on the screen where you want the camera to
focus on.
To take a photo by tapping the on-screen camera button
1
2
3
Activate the camera.
Point the camera towards the subject.
Tap the on-screen camera button . The photo is taken as soon as you release
your finger.
To take a selfie using the front camera
1
2
3
Activate the camera.
Tap
.
To take the photo, tap the on-screen camera button
soon as you release your finger.
. The photo is taken as
To use the zoom function
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•
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.
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To record a video
1
2
3
4
5
6
Activate the camera.
.
If video mode is not selected, swipe the screen to select
Point the camera towards the subject.
To start recording, tap .
To pause when recording a video, tap . To resume recording, tap
To stop recording, tap .
•
To take a photo when recording a video
To take a photo when recording a video, tap
you release your finger.
.
. The photo is taken as soon as
To view your photos and videos
1
2
Activate the camera, then tap a thumbnail to open a photo or video.
Flick left or right to view your photos and videos.
To delete a photo or recorded video
1
2
3
4
Browse to the photo or video that you want to delete.
Tap the screen to make appear.
Tap .
Tap Delete to confirm.
Face detection
The camera automatically detects faces and indicates them with frames. A coloured
frame shows which face has been selected for focus. Focus is set to the face closest
to the camera. You can also tap one of the frames to select which face should be in
focus.
To turn on face detection
1
2
3
Swipe the screen to select Manual capturing mode.
Tap .
Find and tap Focus mode > Face detection.
To take a photo using face detection
1
2
3
When the camera is open and Face detection turned on, point the camera at
your subject. Up to five faces can be detected, and each detected face is
framed.
Tap the frame you want to select for focus. Do not tap if you want the camera
to select focus automatically.
A coloured frame shows which face is in focus. Tap the screen to take the
photo.
Using Smile Shutter™ to capture smiling faces
Use Smile Shutter™ technology to photograph a face just as it smiles. The camera
detects 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.
To turn on Smile Shutter™
1
2
3
Activate the camera.
Tap .
Find and tap Smile Shutter and select a smile level.
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To take a photo using Smile Shutter™
1
2
3
When the camera is open and Smile Shutter™ is turned on, point the camera
at your subject. The camera selects which face to focus on.
The face selected appears inside a coloured frame and the photo is taken
automatically.
If no smile is detected, tap the screen to take the photo manually.
Adding the geographical position to your photos
Turn on geotagging to add the approximate geographical location (a geotag) to
photos when you take them. The geographical location is determined either by
wireless networks (mobile or Wi-Fi networks) or GPS technology.
When appears on the camera screen, geotagging is turned on but the
geographical position has not been found. When appears, geotagging is turned on
and the geographical location is available, so your photo can get geotagged. When
neither of these two symbols appears, geotagging is turned off.
To turn on geotagging
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2
3
4
5
6
From your Home screen, tap .
Tap Settings > Location.
Tap the on-off switch.
Activate the camera.
Tap .
Find Save location. Drag the slider to the right.
General camera settings
Capturing mode settings overview
Superior auto
Optimise your settings to suit any scene.
Manual
Adjust camera settings manually.
Background defocus
Blur the background of your photos to make your subject look sharper in comparison.
AR effect
Take photos or videos with virtual scenes and characters.
Creative effect
Apply effects to photos or videos.
Timeshift burst
Find the best photo from a burst of images.
Sweep Panorama
Take wide-angle and panoramic photos.
Face in picture
Take photos using the front and rear cameras at the same time.
Multi camera
Record the same scene from multiple angles on a single screen.
Sound Photo
Take photos with background sound.
AR fun
Play in your camera view finder with virtual objects and enrich your photos or videos.
To switch between capturing modes
1
2
Activate the camera.
Swipe the screen to the desired capturing mode.
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Superior auto
Superior auto mode detects the conditions in which you are taking photos and
automatically adjusts the settings to ensure that you take the best photos possible.
Manual mode
Use Manual mode when you want to manually adjust your camera settings for taking
photos and videos.
AR effect
You can apply AR (augmented reality) effects to your photos or videos and make
them more fun. When using the camera, this setting lets you integrate 3D scenes into
your photos or videos. Just select the scene you want and adjust its position in the
viewfinder.
Creative effect
You can apply different effects on your photos or videos. For example, you can add a
Nostalgic effect to make photos look older or a Sketch effect for a more fun image.
Sweep Panorama
You can take wide-angle and panoramic photos from the horizontal or vertical
direction in an easy press-and-sweep motion.
To take a panoramic photo
1
2
3
4
Activate the camera.
, then select .
Swipe the screen to go to
To select a shooting direction, tap
.
Tap the screen and move the camera slowly and steadily in the direction of
movement indicated on the screen.
Timeshift burst
The camera takes a burst of 61 photos in a window of two seconds – one second
before and after you tap the on-screen camera button. So you can go back and find
the perfect image.
To use Timeshift burst
1
2
3
4
Activate the camera.
Swipe the screen to go to
, then select .
Take photos. The photos taken appear in thumbnail view.
Scroll through the thumbnails and select the photo that you want to save, then
tap .
Background defocus mode
Use your camera's blurred background effect to make your subjects look sharper and
more vivid in comparison to their background. In Background defocus mode, the
camera takes two shots, identifies the background and then blurs it while keeping the
subject sharp and in focus – like shooting with a digital SLR camera. You can select
from three different blur variations and tune the blur level in the preview display.
Face in picture
You can use the Face in picture mode to turn on the front and main cameras at the
same time, so you can take a photo of yourself together with the subject.
Multi camera mode
Multi camera mode lets you take a photo that combines images from two different
angles and devices. You see two images in the camera viewfinder of your device –
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one from your own camera and one from a connected Xperia™ device or a Sony
camera that supports NFC and Wi-Fi Direct™ technology. You can then edit what
you see in the viewfinder before taking a photo.
So if you’re at a concert venue, for example, and you want to capture a photo that
combines a view of the band from one angle and the audience from another, you can
use Multi camera mode for the best effect.
You can set up Multi camera mode using NFC, which launches the pairing of the two
devices using Wi-Fi Direct™ technology.
To use Multi camera mode
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Turn on the NFC functions on both devices that you want to connect.
Activate the camera on your device.
, then select .
Swipe the screen to go to
On the screens of both devices, tap .
Touch the NFC detection areas of each device to one other. Both devices
should now connect using Wi-Fi Direct™ technology.
Once the devices are connected, two images appear in the viewfinder of your
device – one from the viewfinder of your camera and another from the
viewfinder of the connected device.
To edit the images in your viewfinder, tap .
Edit the images as desired. For example, you can tap and hold an image and
drag it to the other side of the viewfinder to change the order.
When you are finished editing and are ready to capture the final combined
image, tap Done > .
Downloading camera applications
You can download free or paid camera applications from Google Play™ or other
sources. Before you start downloading, make sure that you have a working internet
connection, preferably over Wi-Fi to limit data traffic charges.
To download camera applications
1
2
3
Open the camera application.
Swipe the screen to go to
, then tap .
Select the application that you want to download, and follow the instructions to
complete the installation.
Quick launch
Use Quick launch settings to launch the camera when the screen is locked.
Launch only
After you drag
inwards, the main camera is launched from sleep mode.
Launch and capture
After you drag
inwards, the still camera is launched from sleep mode and a photo is captured.
Launch and record video
After you drag
inwards, the video camera is launched from sleep mode and starts recording.
Off
Save location
Add geographical location (geotag) information to your photos when you take them.
Touch capture
Identify a focus area, and then touch the camera screen with your finger. The photo is
taken as soon as you release your finger.
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Sound
Choose to turn on or turn off the shutter sound.
Data storage
You can choose to save your data either to a removable SD card or to your device's
internal storage.
Internal storage
Photos or videos are saved on the device memory.
SD card
Photos or videos are saved on the SD card.
Touch Block
You can disable the touch screen to avoid unintended touches when you are using
the camera.
White balance
This setting, which is only available in Manual capturing mode, adjusts the colour
balance according to the lighting conditions. It also allows you to adjust the exposure
manually in the -2.0 EV to +2.0 EV range. For example, you can increase the image
brightness or decrease the overall exposure by tapping the plus or minus controls
accordingly when the white balance setting icon is displayed.
Auto
Adjusts the colour balance automatically to suit the lighting conditions.
Incandescent
Adjusts the colour balance for warm lighting conditions, such as under light bulbs.
Fluorescent
Adjusts the colour balance for fluorescent lighting.
Daylight
Adjusts the colour balance for sunny outdoor conditions.
Cloudy
Adjusts the colour balance for a cloudy sky.
Still camera settings
To adjust the still camera settings
1
2
3
Activate the camera.
To display all settings, tap .
Select the setting that you want to adjust, then edit as desired.
Still camera settings overview
Resolution
Choose between several resolutions and aspect ratios before taking a photo. A photo
with a higher resolution requires more memory.
8MP
3264×2448(4:3)
8 megapixel resolution with 4:3 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos that you want to view on nonwidescreen displays or print in high resolution.
6MP
3264×1836(16:9)
6 megapixel picture size with 16:9 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos that you want to view on nonwidescreen displays or print in high resolution.
3MP
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2048×1536(4:3)
3 megapixel resolution with 4:3 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos that you want to view on nonwidescreen displays or print in high resolution.
2MP
1920×1080(16:9)
2 megapixel resolution with 16:9 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos you want to view on widescreen
displays.
This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.
Self-timer
With the self-timer, you can take a photo without holding the device. Use this function
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 taking photos.
On (10 s.)
Set a 10-second delay from when you tap the camera screen until the photo is taken.
On (2 s.)
Set a 2-second delay from when you tap the camera screen until the photo is taken.
0.5 sec.
Set a half-second delay from when you tap the camera screen until the photo is taken.
Off
The 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 reacts
to before taking a photo.
Focus mode
The focus function controls which part of a photo should be sharp. When continuous
autofocus is on, the camera keeps adjusting focus so that the area within the focus
frame stays sharp.
Single auto focus
The camera automatically focuses on the selected subject. Continuous autofocus is on. Touch and hold
the camera screen until the focus frame changes colour, indicating that the focus is set. The photo is
taken when you release your finger.
Multi auto focus
The focus is automatically set on several areas of the image. Touch and hold the camera screen until the
focus frame changes colour, indicating that the focus is set. The photo is taken when you release your
finger. Continuous autofocus is off.
Face detection
The camera automatically detects up to five human faces, indicated by frames on the screen. The
camera automatically focuses on the nearest face. You can also select which face to focus on by tapping
it on the screen. When you tap the camera screen, a coloured frame shows which face is selected and in
focus. Face detection cannot be used for all scene types. Continuous autofocus is on.
Touch focus
Touch a specific area on the camera screen to set the area of focus. Continuous autofocus is off. Touch
and hold the camera screen until the focus frame changes colour, indicating that the focus is set. The
photo is taken when you release your finger.
Object tracking
When 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.
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HDR
Use the HDR (High Dynamic Range) setting to take a photo against strong back light
or in conditions where the contrast is sharp. HDR compensates for the loss of detail
and produces a picture that is representative of both dark and bright areas.
This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.
ISO
You can reduce image blurring caused by dark conditions or moving subjects by
increasing the ISO sensitivity. Also, if you want to capture a bright image even in dark
conditions, you can set the ISO sensitivity to a higher value.
Auto
Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically.
50
Sets the ISO sensitivity to 50.
100
Sets the ISO sensitivity to 100.
200
Sets the ISO sensitivity to 200.
400
Sets the ISO sensitivity to 400.
800
Sets the ISO sensitivity to 800.
1600
Sets the ISO sensitivity to 1600.
This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.
Metering
This function automatically determines a well-balanced exposure by measuring the
amount of light striking the image you want to capture.
Centre
Measures the centre of the image, and determines the exposure based on the brightness of the subject
there.
Spot
Adjusts the exposure in a very small part of the image that you want to capture.
Face
Measures the amount of light on the face, and adjusts the exposure so that the face is neither too dark or
too bright.
Multi
Divides the image into multiple regions, and measures each region to determine a well-balanced
exposure.
This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.
Preview
You can choose to preview photos just after you shoot them.
Unlimited
The preview of the photo or video appears after you shoot it.
5 seconds
The preview of the photo or video appears for 5 seconds after you shoot it.
3 seconds
The preview of the photo or video appears for 3 seconds after you shoot it.
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Edit
The photo or video opens for editing after you shoot it.
Off
The photo or video is saved after you shoot it, and no preview appears.
Face recognition
You can register faces in the Camera application so that the camera automatically
focuses on these faces when they appear in the viewfinder.
Scene selection
Use the Scene selection feature to quickly set up the camera for common situations
using pre-programmed scenes. The camera determines a number of settings for you
to fit the selected scene, ensuring the best possible photo.
Off
The Scene selection feature is off and you can take photos manually.
Soft Skin
Take photos of faces using an enhanced beauty effect.
Soft snap
Use for shooting photos against a soft background.
Anti motion blur
Use for minimising camera shake when shooting a slightly dark scene.
Landscape
Use for landscape photos. The camera focuses on distant objects.
Backlight correction HDR
Use to improve details in high contrast shots. The built-in backlight correction analyses the image
and automatically adjusts it to give you a perfectly lit shot.
Night portrait
Use for portrait photos taken at night or in poorly lit environments. Due to long exposure time, the
camera must be held still or placed on a stable surface.
Night scene
Use when taking photos at night or in poorly lit environments. Due to long exposure time, the
camera must be held still or placed on a stable surface.
Hand-held twilight
Use for taking hand-held low-light photos with reduced noise and blur.
High sensitivity
Use for taking photos without a flash under low light conditions. Reduces blur.
Gourmet
Use for shooting food arrangements in bright colour.
Pet
Use for taking photos of your pet. Reduces blur and red eyes.
Beach
Use for taking photos of seaside or lakeside scenes.
Snow
Use in bright environments to avoid overexposed photos.
Party
Use for indoor photos in poorly lit environments. This scene picks up indoor background lighting
or candlelight. Due to long exposure time, the camera must be held still or placed on a stable
surface.
Sports
Use for photos of fast-moving objects. Short exposure time minimises motion blurring.
Document
Use for photos of text or drawings. Gives the photo increased, sharper contrast.
Fireworks
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Use for taking photos of fireworks in all their splendour.
This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.
Video camera settings
To adjust the video camera settings
1
2
3
4
Activate the camera.
.
Swipe to
To display settings, tap .
Select the setting that you want to adjust, then make your changes.
Video camera settings overview
Video resolution
Adjust the video resolution for different formats.
Full HD
1920×1080(16:9)
Full HD (Full High Definition) format with 16:9 aspect ratio.
HD
1280×720(16:9)
HD (High Definition) format with 16:9 aspect ratio.
VGA
640×480(4:3)
VGA format with 4:3 aspect ratio.
MMS
Record videos suitable for sending in multimedia messages. The recording time of this video format is
limited so that video files can fit in a multimedia message.
Self-timer
With the self-timer, you can record a video without holding the device. Use it to
record group videos where everyone can be in the video. You can also use the selftimer if you want to avoid shaking the camera when recording videos.
On (10 s.)
Set a 10-second delay from when you tap the camera screen until the video begins to record.
On (2 s.)
Set a 2-second delay from when you tap the camera screen until the video begins to record.
0.5 sec.
Set a half-second delay from when you tap the camera screen until the video begins to record.
Off
The 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 reacts
to before recording a video.
Focus mode
The focus setting controls which part of a video-recorded subject should be sharp.
When continuous autofocus is on, the camera keeps adjusting focus so that the area
within the white focus frame stays sharp.
Single auto focus
The camera automatically focuses on the selected subject. Continuous autofocus is on.
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Face detection
The camera automatically detects up to five human faces, indicated by frames on the screen. The
camera automatically focuses on the nearest face. You can also select which face to focus on by tapping
it on the screen. When you tap the camera screen, a yellow frame shows which face is selected and in
focus. Face detection cannot be used for all scene types. Continuous autofocus is on.
Object tracking
When you select an object by touching it in the viewfinder, the camera tracks it for you.
HDR video
Use the video HDR (High-Dynamic Range) setting to record a video against strong
back light or in conditions where the contrast is sharp. Video HDR compensates for
the loss of detail and produces a picture that is representative of both dark and bright
areas.
This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.
Metering
This function automatically determines a well-balanced exposure by measuring the
amount of light striking the image you want to capture.
Centre
Measures the centre of the image, and determines the exposure based on the brightness of the subject
there.
Spot
Adjusts the exposure in a very small part of the image that you want to capture.
Face
Measures the amount of light on the face, and adjusts the exposure so that the face is neither too dark or
too bright.
Multi
Divides the image into multiple regions, and measures each region to determine a well-balanced
exposure.
This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.
SteadyShot™
When recording a video, it can be difficult to hold the device steady. The stabiliser
helps by compensating for the small movements of your hand.
Standard
Activate to remove the camera shakes.
Off
The stabiliser is turned off.
Scene selection
The Scene selection feature helps you to quickly set up the camera for common
situations using pre-programmed video scenes. Each scene setting is designed to
produce the best quality video possible in a specific recording environment.
Off
The Scene selection feature is off and you can shoot videos manually.
Soft snap
Use for shooting videos against soft backgrounds.
Landscape
Use for videos of landscapes. The camera focuses on distant objects.
Night scene
When turned on, light sensitivity is increased. Use in poorly lit environments. Videos of fastmoving objects may get blurred. Hold your hand steady, or use a support. Turn off night mode
when lighting conditions are good, to improve the video quality.
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Beach
Use for videos of seaside or lakeside scenes.
Snow
Use in bright environments to avoid overexposed videos.
Sports
Use for videos of fast-moving objects. Short exposure time minimises motion blurring.
Party
Use for indoor videos in poorly lit environments. This scene picks up indoor background lighting
or candlelight. Videos of fast-moving objects may get blurred. Hold your hand steady, or use a
support.
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Photos and videos in Album
Viewing photos and videos
Use the Album application to view photos and play videos that you’ve taken with your
camera, or to view similar content that you've saved to your device. All photos and
videos are displayed in a chronologically ordered grid.
1
Tap the icon to open the Album home screen menu
2
View a slideshow of all images or just the ones you've added to your favourites
3
Drag the left edge of the screen to the right to open the Album home screen menu
4
The date range of items in the current group
5
Tap a photo or video to open it in full screen view
6
Scroll up or down to view content
To view photos and videos
1
2
3
4
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Album.
Tap a photo or video that you want to view. If prompted, tap .
Flick left to view the next photo or video. Flick right to view the previous photo
or video.
If the screen orientation does not change automatically when you turn your device sideways,
you can enable this by tappingRotate the contents of the screen under Settings > Display >
When device is rotated.
•
To change the size of the thumbnails
When viewing thumbnails of photos and videos in Album, spread two fingers
apart 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 two
fingers together to zoom out.
To watch a slideshow of your photos
1
2
When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap
> Slideshow to start playing all the photos in an album.
Tap a photo to end the slideshow.
To play a video
1
2
3
In Album, find and tap the video that you want to play.
Tap .
If the playback controls are not displayed, tap the screen to display them. To
hide the controls, tap the screen again.
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To pause a video
1
2
When a video is playing, tap the screen to display the controls.
Tap .
To fast forward and rewind a video
1
2
When a video is playing, tap the screen to display the controls.
Drag 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 videos
You can share photos and videos that you’ve saved on your device. You can also
manage them in different ways. For example, you can work with photos in batches,
delete photos and link them to contacts. If you have lots of photos saved on your
device, it’s a good idea to regularly transfer them to a computer or to an external
storage device in order to avoid any unpredictable loss of data. Doing so also frees
up more space of your device. See Managing files using a computer on page 33.
You might not be able to copy, send or transfer copyright-protected items. Also, some items
may not send if the file size is too large.
To share a photo or video
1
2
3
In Album, find and tap the photo or video that you want to share.
Tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap .
Tap the application that you want to use to share the photo, then follow the
steps to send it.
To use a photo as a contact picture
1
2
3
When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap
> Use as > Contact picture.
Select a contact, then edit the photo as desired.
Tap Save.
To use a photo as wallpaper
1
2
When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap
> Use as > Wallpaper.
Follow the instructions on the screen.
To rotate a photo
1
2
When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap
.
Tap Rotate, then select an option. The photo is saved in the new orientation.
To delete a photo or video
1
2
When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap
.
Tap Delete.
To work with batches of photos or videos in Album
1
2
3
When viewing thumbnails of photos and videos in Album, touch and hold an
item until it is highlighted.
Tap other items that you want to work with to select them. If you want to select
all items, tap , then tap Select all.
Use the tools in the toolbar to work with your selected items.
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Analysing photos with faces in Album
You can analyse any photos on your device that feature people's faces. Once
activated, the photo analysis feature stays on, and new photos get analysed as they
are added. After running an analysis, you can then group all photos of the same
person in one folder.
To turn on the photo analysis feature
1
2
3
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Album.
Drag the left edge of the Album home screen to the right, then tap Faces. All
photos on your device get analysed and grouped in the Unnamed faces folder.
To name a face
1
2
3
In the Faces tile, tap the Unnamed faces folder, then browse to the Other faces
folder and choose the face that you want to name.
Tap Add name.
Type a name, then tap Done > Add as new person.
To edit a face name
1
2
3
4
When you are viewing a face in full screen view, tap the screen to display the
toolbars, then tap > Edit name tags.
Tap OK.
Tap the name of the face that you want to edit.
Edit the name, then tap Done >Add as new person.
Editing photos with the Photo editor application
You 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, the
original 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
.
To crop a photo
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap
.
If prompted, select Photo editor.
Tap > Crop.
Tap Crop to select an option.
To adjust the crop frame, touch and hold the edge of the crop frame. When the
circles at the edges disappear, drag inward or outward to resize the frame.
To resize all sides of the crop frame at the same time, touch and hold one of
the four corners. When the circles at the edges disappear, drag the corner
accordingly.
To move the crop frame to another area of the photo, touch and hold inside the
frame, then drag it to the desired position.
Tap .
To save a copy of the photo as you cropped it, tap Save.
To apply special effects to a photo
1
2
3
4
When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap
.
If prompted, select Photo editor.
Tap , then select an option.
Edit the photo as desired, then tap Save.
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To add a photo frame effect to a photo
1
2
3
4
When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap
.
If prompted, select Photo editor.
Tap , then select an option.
To save a copy of the edited photo, tap Save.
To adjust the light settings for a photo
1
2
3
4
When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap
.
If prompted, select Photo editor.
Tap , then select an option and edit as desired.
To save a copy of the edited photo, tap Save.
To set the saturation level of colours in a photo
1
2
3
4
When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap
.
If prompted, select Photo editor.
Tap , then select an option.
To save a copy of the edited photo, tap Save.
Editing videos with the Video editor application
You can edit videos that you’ve taken with your camera. For example, you can trim a
video to the desired length or adjust the speed of a video. After you save the edited
video, the original unchanged version of the video remains on your device.
To trim a video
1
2
3
4
5
In the Album, find and tap the video that you want to edit.
Tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap .
If prompted, select Video Editor then tap Trim.
To move the trim frame to another part of the timeline, touch and hold the edge
of the trim frame and drag it to the desired position, then tap Apply.
To save a copy of the trimmed video, tap Save.
To adjust the speed of a video
1
2
3
4
5
In the Album, find and tap the video that you want to play.
Tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap .
If prompted, select Video Editor then tap Speed.
Select an option, then touch and hold the edge of the timeline and drag it to
the desired position and tap Apply.
To save a copy of the edited video, tap Save.
Hiding photos and videos
You can hide any photos and videos from the Album home screen. Once photos and
videos are hidden from the Album home screen, they can only be viewed from the
Hidden folder.
To hide a photo or video
1
2
3
In Album, find and tap the photo or video that you want to hide.
Tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap .
Tap Hide > OK.
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To view your hidden photos and videos
1
2
3
In Album, drag the left edge of the Album home screen to the right, then tap
Hidden.
Tap a photo or video to view it.
Flick left to view the next photo or video. Flick right to view the previous photo
or video.
To unhide a photo or video
1
2
3
4
In Album, drag the left edge of the Album home screen to the right, then tap
Hidden.
Tap a photo or video that you want to unhide.
Tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap .
Tap Don't hide.
Album home screen menu
From the Album home screen menu you can browse your photo albums, including
photos and videos taken using special effects, as well as content that you have
shared online via services such as Picasa™ and Facebook. Once you are logged in to
such platforms, you can manage content and view online images. From the Album
application you can also add geotags to photos, perform basic editing tasks, and use
methods such as Bluetooth® wireless technology and email to share content.
1
Return to the Album application home screen to view all content
2
View your favourite photos and videos
3
View all videos saved to your device
4
View your photos on a map or in Globe view
5
View photos and videos that you have hidden from view
6
View all photos and videos taken by your device's camera using special effects
7
View all photos and videos saved to your device in different folders
8
View all photos with faces
9
View photos and videos on devices in the same network
10
Open the settings menu for the Album application
11
Open web support
12
View photos and videos on Facebook™
13
View photos and videos on Picasa™
14
View photos and videos on Flickr™
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To view photos from online services in Album
1
2
3
4
5
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Album, then drag the left edge of the Album home screen to the
right.
Tap the desired online service, then follow the on-screen instructions to get
started with it. All available online albums that you have uploaded to the
service are displayed.
Tap any album to view its content, then tap a photo in the album.
Flick left to view the next photo or video. Flick right to view the previous photo
or video.
Viewing your photos on a map
Adding location information to photos is referred to as geotagging. You can view and
tag your photos on a map and show friends and family where you were when you
took a particular photo. See Adding the geographical position to your photos on
page 78 for more information.
If you have turned on location detection and activated geotagging in the camera, you can tag
your photos directly for map viewing at a later stage.
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Search a location on the map
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View menu options
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Double tap to zoom in. Pinch to zoom out. Drag to view different parts of the map
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A group of photos and/or videos geotagged with the same location
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Thumbnails of the selected group of photos and/or videos. Tap an item to view it in full screen
If several photos were taken at the same location, only one of them appears on the map. The
total number of photos appears in the top right corner, for example, . To view all photos in
the group, tap the cover photo and then tap one of the thumbnails at the bottom of the
screen.
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When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars.
Tap , then tap Add geotag to open the map screen.
Tap on the map to set the location for the photo.
To reset the location for the photo, tap the new location on the map.
When you are finished, tap OK.
To view geotagged photos on a map
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Album.
Drag the left edge of the Album home screen to the right, then tap Places.
Tap the photo that you want to view on a map.
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Album.
Drag the left edge of the Album home screen to the right, then tap Places >
Tap the photo that you want to view on a globe.
To change the geotag of a photo
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When viewing a photo on the map in Album, touch and hold the photo until its
frame turns blue, then tap the desired location on the map.
Tap OK.
To change the map view
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Videos
Watching videos in the Video application
Use the Video application to play movies and other video content that you’ve saved
or downloaded to your device. The Video application also helps you get poster art,
plot summaries, genre info and director details for each movie. You can also play
your movies on other devices that are connected to the same network.
Some video files may not be playable in the Video application.
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Tap the icon to open the Video home screen menu
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View all videos saved to your device
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View online videos
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Scroll up or down to view content
To play a video in Video
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From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Video.
Find and tap the video that you want to play. If the video is not displayed on
the screen, drag the left edge of the screen to the right to open the Video home
screen menu, then find and tap the video that you want to play.
To display or hide the controls, tap the screen.
To pause playing, tap . To resume playing, tap .
To rewind, drag the progress bar marker to the left. To fast forward, drag the
progress bar marker to the right.
To play a video on an external device
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When the video is playing, tap the screen to display all the controls.
Tap > Throw.
Select an external device on which to play the video. If there is no external
device available, follow the on-screen instructions to add one.
To change settings in Video
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From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Video.
Drag the left edge of the screen to the right to open the Video home screen
menu, then tap Settings.
Change the settings as desired.
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While a video is playing, tap the screen to display the controls.
Tap > Audio settings, then change the settings as desired.
When you're finished, tap OK.
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When a video is playing, tap , then tap Share.
Tap the application that you want to use to share the selected video, then
follow the relevant steps to send it.
Transferring video content to your device
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Before you start using the Movies application, it’s a good idea to transfer movies, TV
shows and other video content to your device from other devices, such as a
computer. There are several ways to transfer your content:
For Windows® only: Connect your device to a computer using a USB cable and drag
and drop the video files directly using the file manager application on the computer.
See Managing files using a computer on page 33.
If you have a PC or an Apple® Mac® computer, use Xperia™ Companion to organise
content and transfer video files to your device.
Managing video content
To get movie information manually
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Make sure that your device has an active data connection.
When a video is playing, tap the screen to display the controls.
Tap > Information.
Tap > Search for info.
In the search field, enter keywords for the video, then tap the confirm key on
the keyboard. All matches are displayed in a list.
Select a search result, then tap Done. The download of the information begins.
You can get information about newly added videos automatically every time the Video
application opens if you activate the Get video details button under Settings.
If the downloaded information is not correct, search again using different keywords.
To clear information about a video
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When a video is playing, tap the screen to display the controls.
Tap > Information.
Tap > Clear info.
To delete a video
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From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Video.
Drag the left edge of the screen to the right to open the Video home screen
menu, then browse to the video file that you want to delete.
Touch and hold the video thumbnail, then tap Delete from the list that appears.
Tap Delete again to confirm.
Movie Creator
The Xperia™ Movie Creator automatically creates short videos of around 30 seconds
in length using existing photos and videos. The application automatically determines
the timeline to create its movie. For example, it could take a selection of photos and
videos from a Saturday afternoon outing or from a random seven-day period and
create a movie for you. When this highlight-style movie is ready, you get notified. You
can then edit it as desired. For example, you can edit the title, delete scenes, change
the music or add more photos and videos.
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Find and tap Movie Creator.
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If no photos or videos are saved on your device, no functionality is available when you open
the Movie Creator application.
To turn off Movie Creator notifications
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Movie Creator.
Tap , then tap Settings and deactivate Notifications.
To disable Movie Creator
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Apps.
Find and tap Movie Creator > DISABLE.
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Connectivity
Mirroring the screen of your device on a TV using a cable
You can connect your device to a compatible TV set using an MHL cable and mirror
the screen of your device on the TV screen.
MHL and HDMI™ cables and adaptors are sold separately.
Sony does not guarantee that all types of MHL and HDMI™ cables and adaptors are
supported by your device.
To view content from your device on a TV which supports MHL input
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Connect your device to the TV using an MHL cable.
status bar after a connection is established.
The TV displays the screen of your device.
appears in your device's
If your device fails to detect the display that is connected to the MHL cable, reconnect the
MHL cable and tap Settings > Device connection > USB Connectivity > Detect USB device.
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Connect your device to an MHL adaptor, and connect the adaptor to a
powered USB port.
Connect the adaptor to a TV using an HDMI™ cable. appears in your
device's status bar after a connection is established.
The TV displays the screen of your device.
To view help about using a TV remote control
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While your device is connected to the TV set, drag the status bar downwards
to open the Notification panel.
Tap MHL connected. The MHL settings appear on the TV screen.
Select Remote control usage.
You can select Video Output Size to adjust the size of the output on the TV screen. If the TV
already has an auto scaling option enabled, this setting does not appear under the MHL
settings.
You can also press the yellow button on the TV remote control to open the Notification panel.
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To disconnect your device from a TV set
Disconnect the MHL cable or the MHL adaptor from your device.
Mirroring the screen of your device wirelessly
You can use the Screen mirroring feature to share the screen of another Xperia™
device on the screen of your device without using a cable connection. You can also
view content on your device on a display or TV that supports Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
Miracast™.
To mirror the screen of another Xperia™ device on your own device
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Your device: From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Device connection > Screen mirroring.
Under Receive, tap Start.
Other device: From the Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Device connection > Screen mirroring > Start.
Tap OK and select a device.
Your device: Tap Accept to allow the connection to your device.
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TV: Follow the instructions in the User guide of your TV to turn on the Screen
mirroring function.
Your device: From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Device connection > Screen mirroring.
Tap Start.
Tap OK and select a device.
Your TV must support Screen mirroring based on Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Miracast™ for the function
to work. If your TV does not support Screen mirroring, you may need to purchase a wireless
display adapter separately. Also, when using Screen mirroring, do not cover the Wi-Fi antenna
area of your device.
To stop screen mirroring between devices
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Find and tap Settings > Device connection > Screen mirroring.
Tap Disconnect, then tap OK.
Sharing content with DLNA Certified™ devices
You can view or play media content saved to your device on other devices such as a
TV or a computer. These devices must be on the same wireless network and can be
Sony TVs or speakers, or products that are DLNA Certified™ by the Digital Living
Network Alliance. You can also view or play content from other DLNA Certified™
devices on your device.
After you set up media sharing between devices, you can, for example, listen to
music files stored on your home computer from your device, or view photos taken
with your device's camera on a large-screen TV.
Playing files from DLNA Certified™ devices on your device
When you play files from another DLNA Certified™ device on your device, this other
device acts as a server. In other words, it shares content over a network. The server
device must have its content sharing function enabled and give access permission to
your device. It also must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your device.
To play a shared music track on your device
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Make sure the devices that you want to share files with are connected to the
same Wi-Fi network as your device.
From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap .
Drag the left edge of the Music home screen to the right, then tap Home
network.
Select a device from the list of connected devices.
Browse the folders of the connected device and select the track that you want
to play. Once selected, the track starts playing automatically.
To play a shared video on your device
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Make sure the devices that you want to share files with are connected to the
same Wi-Fi network as your device.
From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Video.
Drag the left edge of the Video home screen to the right, then tap Home
network.
Select a device from the list of connected devices.
Browse the folders of the connected device and select the video that you want
to play.
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Make sure the devices that you want to share files with are connected to the
same Wi-Fi network as your device.
From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Album.
Drag the left edge of the Album home screen to the right, and tap Home
network.
Select a device from the list of connected devices.
Browse the folders of the connected device and select a photo to view it.
Playing files from your device on DLNA Certified™ devices
Before 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 share
content with are called client devices. For example, a TV, computer or tablet can act
as client devices. Your device works as a media server when it makes content
available to client devices. When you set up file sharing on your device, you must
also give access permission to client devices. After you do so, such devices appear
as registered devices. Devices that are waiting for access permission are listed as
pending devices.
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Connect your device to a Wi-Fi network.
From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap .
Tap , then tap Media server.
To turn on the Share media function, drag the slider. appears in the status
bar. Your device can now work as a media server.
Connect your computer or other devices to the same Wi-Fi network as your
device.
A notification appears in the status bar of your device. Open the notification
and 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 a
client on the network, check if your Wi-Fi network is working.
You can also access the Media server menu from certain applications like Music, Album or
Video by dragging the left edge of the application’s home screen to the right and then tapping
Settings > Media server.
To stop sharing files with other DLNA Certified™ devices
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Device connection > Media server.
Drag the slider beside Share media to the left.
To set access permissions for a pending device
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Find and tap Settings > Device connection > Media server.
Select a device from the Pending devices list.
Select an access permission level.
To change the name of a registered device
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Find and tap Settings > Device connection > Media server.
Select a device from the Registered devices list, then select Change name.
Enter a new name for the device.
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Find and tap Settings > Device connection > Media server.
Select a device from the Registered devices list.
Tap Change access level and select an option.
To get help with sharing content with other DLNA Certified™ devices
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Find and tap Settings >Device connection > Media server.
Tap and then tap Help.
Playing files on a Digital Media Renderer device
Using DLNA™ technology, you can push media content saved on your device to
another device connected to the same Wi-Fi network. The other device must be able
to function as a Digital Media Renderer (DMR) device and render or play content
received from your device. A TV with DLNA features or a PC running Windows® 7 or
higher are examples of DMR devices.
The settings for enabling the Digital Media Renderer may vary depending on the device. Refer
to the user guide of the DMR device for more information.
Content secured with Digital Rights Management (DRM) cannot be played on a Digital Media
Renderer device using DLNA™ technology.
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Make sure that you have correctly set up the DMR device and that it is
connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your device.
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Album.
Browse and open the photos or videos that you want to view.
Tap the screen to display the toolbar, then tap and select a DMR device that
you want to share your content with. The selected content starts playing in
chronological order on the device that you select.
To disconnect from the DMR device, tap and select Disconnect. The file
stops playing on the DMR device but continues playing on your device.
You can also share a video from the Video application on your device by tapping the video
and then tapping .
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Make sure that you have correctly set up the DMR device and that it is
connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your device.
From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap .
Select a music category and browse to the track that you want to share, then
tap the track.
Tap and select a DMR device to share your content with. The track plays
automatically on the device that you select.
To disconnect from the DMR device, tap and select your device. The track
stops playing on the DMR device but continues playing on your device.
Connecting your device to USB accessories
You can use a USB Host adapter to connect your device to USB accessories such as
USB mass storage devices, game controllers, USB keyboards and USB mice. If the
USB accessory has a micro USB connector, a USB Host adapter is not necessary.
USB Host adapters are sold separately. Sony does not guarantee that all USB accessories are
supported by your device.
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Attach the USB Host adapter to your device, then connect the adapter to the
USB accessory.
From your Home screen , tap .
Find and tap Settings > Device connection > USB Connectivity > Detect USB
device.
Additional steps or software may be required to set up game controllers, USB audio and USB
Ethernet accessories. Sony does not guarantee that all USB accessories are supported by
your device.
To access content on a USB mass storage device using a USB Host adapter
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Attach the USB Host adapter to your device, then connect the adapter to the
USB mass storage device.
From your Home screen , tap .
Find and tap Settings > Device connection > USB Connectivity > Detect USB
device.
To access files and folders on the USB storage device, use a file manager app
such as File Commander.
You can also open the relevant media application on your device to view content directly. For
example, you can open the Album application to view photos stored on USB mass storage
devices.
To disconnect a USB mass storage device
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To open the Notification Panel, drag the status bar downwards, then tap USB
storage connected.
Tap OK.
Detach the USB Host adapter from your device.
To connect a USB accessory using a micro USB connector
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Attach the micro USB connector of the USB accessory to your device.
From your Home screen , tap .
Find and tap Settings > Device connection > USB Connectivity > Detect USB
device.
Sony does not guarantee that all USB accessories with a micro USB connector are supported
by your device.
Connecting your device to a DUALSHOCK™ series wireless
controller
You can play games stored on your device using a DUALSHOCK™ series wireless
controller. You can also mirror your device on a TV or other display. For more
information about Screen mirroring, refer to the relevant section of the User guide.
To connect a DUALSHOCK™4 wireless controller to your device
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Device connection > DUALSHOCK™4.
Tap Pair controller, then follow the on-screen instructions to complete the
connection.
NFC
Use Near Field Communications (NFC) to share data with other devices, such as a
video, photo, web page address, music file or contact. You can also use NFC to scan
tags that give you more information about a product or service as well as tags that
activate certain functions on your device.
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NFC is a wireless technology with a maximum range of one centimetre, so the
devices sharing data must be held close to each other. Before you can use NFC, you
must 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 function
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > More.
Tap the on-off switch beside NFC.
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Make sure that both devices have the NFC function turned on, and that both
screens are active.
To view contacts, go to your Home screen, tap , then tap .
Tap the contact that you want to share.
Hold your device and the receiving device back to back so that the NFC
detection areas of each device touch each other. When the devices connect, a
thumbnail of the contact appears.
Tap the thumbnail to start the transfer.
When the transfer is done, the contact information is displayed on the screen
of the receiving device and is also saved on the receiving device.
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Make sure that both your device and the receiving device have the NFC
function turned on, and that both screens are active.
To open the Music application, tap , then find and tap .
Select a music category and browse to the track you want to share.
Tap the track to play it. You can then tap to pause the track. The transfer
works whether the track is playing or paused.
Hold your device and the receiving device back to back so that the NFC
detection areas of each device touch each other. When the devices connect, a
thumbnail of the track appears.
Tap the thumbnail to start the transfer.
When the transfer is done, the music file plays immediately on the receiving
device. At the same time, the file is saved on the receiving device.
To share a photo or video with another device using NFC
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Make sure that both devices have the NFC function turned on, and that both
screens are active.
To view photos and videos in your device, go to your Home screen, tap , then
find and tap Album.
Tap the photo or video that you want to share.
Hold your device and the receiving device back to back so that the NFC
detection areas of each device touch each other. When the devices connect, a
thumbnail of the track appears.
Tap the thumbnail to start the transfer.
When the transfer is done, the photo or video is displayed on the screen of the
receiving device. At the same time, the item is saved on the receiving device.
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Make sure that both devices have the NFC function turned on, and that both
screens are active.
From your Home screen, tap .
To open the web browser, find and tap .
Load the web page that you want to share.
Hold your device and the receiving device back to back so that the NFC
detection areas of each device touch each other. When the devices connect, a
thumbnail appears.
Tap the thumbnail to start the transfer.
When the transfer is done, the web page is displayed on the screen of the
receiving device.
Scanning NFC tags
Your device can scan various kinds of NFC tags. For example, it can scan embedded
tags 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 tag
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Make sure that your device has the NFC function turned on and that the screen
is active.
Place your device over the tag so that the NFC detection area touches it. Your
device scans the tag and displays the content collected. Tap the content of the
tag to open it.
To open the tag, tap it.
Connecting to an NFC compatible device
You 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, refer
to 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 to
work.
Bluetooth® wireless technology
Use the Bluetooth® function to send files to other Bluetooth® compatible devices, or
to connect to handsfree accessories. Bluetooth® connections work better within 10
metres (33 feet), with no solid objects in between. In some cases you have to
manually 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® function
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth.
Tap the on-off switch beside Bluetooth so that the Bluetooth® function is
turned on. Your device is now visible to nearby devices and a list of available
Bluetooth® devices appears.
Naming your device
You can give your device a name. This name is shown to other devices after you
have turned on the Bluetooth® function and your device is set to visible.
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Make sure that the Bluetooth® function is turned on.
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth.
Tap > Rename this device.
Enter a name for your device.
Tap Rename.
Pairing with another Bluetooth® device
When you pair your device with another device, you can, for example, connect your
device to a Bluetooth® headset or a Bluetooth® car kit and use these other devices to
share music.
Once you pair your device with another Bluetooth® device, your device remembers
this pairing. When pairing your device with a Bluetooth® device, you may need to
enter a passcode. Your device will automatically try the generic passcode 0000. If
this does not work, refer to the user guide for your Bluetooth® device to get the
device passcode. You do not need to re-enter the passcode the next time you
connect to a previously paired Bluetooth® device.
Some Bluetooth® devices, for example, most Bluetooth® headsets, require you to both pair
and connect with the other device.
You can pair your device with several Bluetooth® devices, but you can only connect to one
Bluetooth® profile at the same time.
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Make sure that the device you want to pair with has the Bluetooth® function
activated and is visible to other Bluetooth® devices.
From your device’s Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth.
Drag the slider beside Bluetooth to turn on the Bluetooth® function. A list of
available Bluetooth® devices appears.
Tap the Bluetooth® device that you want to pair with.
Enter a passcode, if required, or confirm the same passcode on both devices.
To connect your device to another Bluetooth® device
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth.
Tap the Bluetooth® device to which you want to connect.
To unpair a Bluetooth® device
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth.
Under Paired devices, tap beside the name of the device that you want to
unpair.
Tap Forget.
Sending and receiving items using Bluetooth® technology
Share items with other Bluetooth® compatible devices such as phones or computers.
You can send and receive several kinds of items using the Bluetooth® function, such
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In the receiving device, make sure the Bluetooth™ device that you want to
send the item to has Bluetooth™ turned on and is visible to other Bluetooth™
devices.
In the sending device, open the application which contains the item you want
to send and scroll to the item.
Depending on the application and the item you want to send, you may need to,
for example, touch and hold the item, open the item or press . Other ways to
send an item may exist.
Select a share or send menu item.
In the menu that appears, select Bluetooth.
Turn on Bluetooth™, if you are asked to do so.
Tap the name of the receiving device.
Receiving device: If asked, accept the connection.
If asked, enter the same passcode on both devices, or confirm the suggested
passcode.
Receiving device: Accept the incoming item. If needed, drag the status bar
downwards to find the notification.
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Make sure that the Bluetooth® function is on and is visible to other Bluetooth®
devices.
The sending device now starts sending data to your device.
If prompted, enter the same passcode on both devices, or confirm the
suggested passcode.
When you are notified of an incoming file to your device, drag the status bar
downwards and tap the notification to accept the file transfer.
Tap Accept to start the file transfer.
To view the progress of the transfer, drag the status bar downwards.
To open a received item, drag the status bar downwards and tap the relevant
notification.
To view files you have received using Bluetooth®
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Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth.
Press and select Show received files.
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Smart apps and features that save you
time
Controlling accessories and settings with Smart Connect™
Use the Smart Connect™ application to set what happens in your device when you
connect or disconnect an accessory. For example, you can decide to always start the
FM radio application when you connect a headset.
You can also use Smart Connect™ to set a specific action or a group of actions to
launch on your device at certain times of the day. For example, when you connect
your headset between 7am and 9am, you can decide that:
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The FM radio application starts.
Your favourite social networking app opens, for example, Facebook.
With Smart Connect™, you can also manage accessories such as Xperia™
SmartTags or a watch from the Sony SmartWatch series. 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 primary
user, to use the Smart Connect™ application.
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Tap to display available accessories
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Tap to display all events
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Add an accessory or an event
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View menu options
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Tap to activate an event
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Tap to view details of an event
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To create a Smart Connect™ event
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From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap .
If you are opening Smart Connect™ for the first time, tap OK to close the
introduction screen.
On the Events tab, tap .
If you are creating an event for the first time, tap OK again to close the
introduction screen.
Add conditions under which you want to trigger the event. A condition could be
the connection with an accessory, or a specific time interval, or both.
to continue.
Tap
Add what you want to happen when you connect an accessory, and set other
settings as desired.
to continue.
Tap
Set 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™ event
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Start the Smart Connect™ application.
On the Events tab, tap an event.
If the event is switched off, drag the slider to the right to turn it on.
Tap Edit event, then adjust the settings as desired.
To delete an event
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Start the Smart Connect™ application.
On the Events tab, touch and hold the event that you want to delete, then tap
Delete event.
Tap Delete to confirm.
You can also open the event that you want to delete, then tap > Delete event > Delete.
Managing accessories
Use the Smart Connect™ application to manage a range of smart accessories that
you can connect to your device, including Xperia™ SmartTags, a SmartWatch series
watch or a wireless headset from Sony. Smart Connect™ downloads any necessary
applications and also finds third-party applications, when available. Previously
connected accessories show in a list that allows you to get more information about
the features of each accessory.
To pair and connect an accessory
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Start the Smart Connect™ application. If you are opening Smart Connect™ for
the first time, tap OK to close the introduction screen.
Tap Accessories, then tap .
Turn on the Bluetooth® function if it is not already on, then tap the name of the
accessory that you want to pair and connect with.
If required, enter a passcode, or confirm the same passcode on both your
device and the accessory.
To adjust the settings for a connected accessory
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Pair and connect the accessory with your device.
Start the Smart Connect™ application.
Tap Accessories, then tap the name of the connected accessory.
Adjust 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 rate
monitor and a foot pod (to measure pace and distance), you can collect all the data
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from the run on your device. You can then analyse your performance and see how
you can improve.
You can download a range of applications from Google Play™ that support ANT+™
sport, fitness and health devices. For information about ANT+™ compatible
products, go to www.thisisant.com/directory.
Using your device as a wallet
Use your device as a wallet to pay for goods without reaching for your real wallet. All
of your installed payment services are put together to be viewed and managed. Note
that when making a payment, you must first turn on the NFC function before your
device touches a card reader. For more information about NFC, see NFC on
page 102.
Mobile payment services may not yet be available in all regions.
To manage payment services
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Tap & pay. A list of payment services appears.
Manage the payment services as desired, for example, change your default
payment service.
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Travel and maps
Using location services
Location services allow applications such as Maps and the camera to use information
from Wi-Fi networks as well as Global Positioning System (GPS) information to
determine your approximate location. If you're not within a clear line of sight to GPS
satellites, your device can determine your location using the Wi-Fi function.
In order to use your device to find out where you are, you need to enable location
services.
To enable or disable location services
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Location, then tap the on-off switch accordingly to
enable or disable location services.
If you selected to enable location services in step 2, tap Agree to confirm.
Improving GPS accuracy
The first time you use the GPS function in your device, it can take a few minutes for
your location to be found. To help the search, make sure you have a clear view of the
sky. 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 objects
such as buildings and mountains. If your location isn't found after a few minutes,
move to another location.
Google Maps™ and navigation
Use Google Maps™ to track your current location, view real-time traffic situations
and receive detailed directions to your destination.
The Google Maps™ application requires an internet connection when used online. To
get more detailed information about how to use this application, go to
http://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™
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From your Home screen, tap
Find and tap Maps.
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Using your device with a car infotainment system
Connect your device to a MirrorLink™ certified car infotainment system using a USB
cable to, for example, use a navigation app or play music from your device while
driving. The car infotainment system mirrors all features on your device and gives you
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access to all applications. When connected, you can navigate the apps using the car
infotainment system controls.
Some applications may not be available in driving mode. Also, protected data, such as videos
that are strictly protected under Digital Rights Management (DRM), is not made available via
MirrorLink™.
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To connect your device to a car infotainment system
Connect your device and the car infotainment system using a USB cable. The
screen 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 the
infotainment system is not established automatically.
To start MirrorLink™ manually
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Make sure that your device is connected to the car infotainment system using
a USB cable.
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Xperia™ Connectivity > MirrorLink™.
Tap Start MirrorLink™, then tap OK.
If the connection still fails, tap Network address to change to another network
address in case the same network address is being used by other services
such as Bluetooth® and Wi-Fi, and then try again.
Airplane mode
In Airplane mode, the network and radio transceivers are turned off to prevent
disturbance to sensitive equipment. However, you can still play games, listen to
music, watch videos and other content, as long as all this content is saved on your
memory card or internal storage. You can also be notified by alarms, if alarms are
activated.
Turning on Airplane mode reduces battery consumption.
To turn on Airplane mode
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings> More.
Drag the slider beside Airplane mode to the right.
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Calendar and alarm clock
Calendar
Use the Calendar application to manage your time schedule. If you have signed in to
and synchronised your device with one or several online accounts that include
calendars, for example, your Google™ account or Xperia™ with Facebook account,
then calendar events from these accounts will also appear in the Calendar
application. You can select which calendars you want to integrate into the combined
Calendar view.
When an appointment time approaches, your device plays a notification sound to
remind you. Also, appears in the status bar.
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Select a view type and the calendars that you want to view
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Search for events
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Return to the current date
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Access settings and other options
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Selected date
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Agenda for the selected day
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Add a calendar event
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Flick left or right to browse more quickly
To create a calendar event
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From your Home screen, tap , then tap Calendar.
Tap .
If you have synchronised your calendar with one or more accounts, select the
account to which you want to add this event. If you only want to add this event
on your device, tap Device calendar.
Enter or select the desired information and add attendees to the event.
To save the event and send out invitations, tap SAVE.
To view a calendar event
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From your Home screen, tap , then tap Calendar.
Tap the event that you want to view.
To view multiple calendars
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From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Calendar.
Tap , then mark the checkboxes for the calendars that you want to view.
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To zoom the calendar view
When the Week or the Day view is selected, pinch the screen to zoom in.
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To display national holidays in the Calendar application
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From your Home screen, tap , then tap Calendar.
Tap , then tap Settings > Calendar view settings.
Tap National holidays.
Select an option, or a combination of options, then tap OK.
To display birthdays in the Calendar application
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From your Home screen, tap , then tap Calendar.
Tap , then tap Settings > Calendar view settings.
Tap Birthdays, then drag the slider to the right.
To display weather forecasts in the Calendar application
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From your Home screen, tap , then tap Calendar.
Tap , then tap Settings > Calendar view settings.
Tap Weather forecast, then drag the slider to the right.
If location services are disabled, tap Home location, then search for the city
that you want to add.
For more information about how to enable location services, see Using location services on
page 110.
To change weather forecast settings in the Calendar application
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From your Home screen, tap , then tap Calendar.
Tap , then tap Settings > Calendar view settings.
Tap Weather forecast.
Adjust the settings as desired.
Clock
You can set one or several alarms and use any sound saved on your device as the
alarm 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 general
time settings, for example, 12-hour or 24-hour.
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Access the alarm home screen
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View a world clock and adjust settings
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Access the stopwatch function
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Access the timer function
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View options
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Open date and time settings for the clock
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Turn an alarm on or off
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Add a new alarm
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To set a new alarm
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Clock.
Tap .
Tap Time and select the desired value.
Tap OK.
If desired, edit other alarm settings.
Tap SAVE.
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To snooze an alarm when it sounds
Tap SNOOZE.
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To turn off an alarm when it sounds
Drag to the right.
To turn off a snoozed alarm, you can drag down the status bar to open the Notification panel
and then tap .
To edit an existing alarm
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Open the Clock application, then tap the alarm that you want to edit.
Make the desired changes.
Tap SAVE.
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To turn an alarm on or off
Open the Clock application, then drag the slider next to the alarm to the On or
Off position.
To delete an alarm
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Open the Clock application, then touch and hold the alarm that you want to
delete.
Tap Delete alarm, then tap Yes.
To set the sound for an alarm
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Open the Clock application, then tap the alarm that you want to edit.
Tap Alarm sound and select an option, or tap and select a music file.
Tap Done, then tap SAVE.
For more information about how to adjust the alarm volume levels, see Sound volume on
page 46.
To adjust the volume level for an alarm
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Open the Clock application, then tap the alarm that you want to edit.
Drag the volume slider under Alarm volume to the desired position.
Tap SAVE.
To set a recurring alarm
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Open the Clock application, then tap the alarm that you want to edit.
Tap Repeat.
Mark the checkboxes for the relevant days, then tap OK.
Tap SAVE.
To activate the vibrate function for an alarm
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Open the Clock application, then tap the alarm that you want to edit.
Mark the Vibrate checkbox.
Tap SAVE.
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To set the side keys behaviour
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Open the Clock application, then select the alarm that you want to edit.
Tap Side keys behaviour, then select the desired behaviour of side keys when
they are pressed during the alarm.
Tap SAVE.
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Accessibility
Magnification gestures
Magnification gestures allow you to zoom in to parts of the screen by tapping an area
of the touchscreen three times in succession.
To enable or disable Magnification gestures
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings >Accessibility > Magnification gestures.
Tap the on-off switch.
To magnify an area and pan across the screen
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Make sure that Magnification gestures is enabled.
Tap an area three times and then hold and drag your finger across the screen.
Large text
You can enable the Large text option to increase the default size of text displayed on
your device.
To enable or disable Large text
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Accessibility.
Drag the slider next to Large text.
Colour correction
The Colour correction setting adjusts how colours are displayed on the screen for
users who are colour blind or have difficulty distinguishing between colours.
To enable Colour correction
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings >Accessibility > Colour correction.
Tap the on-off switch.
Tap Correction mode, then select the appropriate colour sensitivity.
Colour correction is currently an experimental feature and may affect device performance.
TalkBack
TalkBack is a screen reader service for visually impaired users. TalkBack uses spoken
feedback to describe any events or actions performed on your Android device.
TalkBack describes the user interface and reads out software errors, notifications and
messages.
To enable TalkBack
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Accessibility > TalkBack.
Tap the on-off switch and then tap OK.
To change speech, feedback and touch preferences for TalkBack, tap Settings.
TalkBack launches a tutorial immediately after you enable the feature. To exit the tutorial, tap
the Exit button twice.
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To disable TalkBack
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From your Home screen, double-tap .
Find and double-tap Settings > Accessibility> TalkBack.
Double-tap the on-off switch and then double-tap OK.
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Support and legal
Support application
Use the Support application on your device to browse User guides, troubleshooting
guides, and to find information about software updates and other product-related
information.
To access the Support application
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap , then select the required support item.
Connect to the internet when using the Support application for the best available support.
Xperia™ Tips
Using Xperia™ Tips you can get useful information for your device via notifications,
and learn all you need to get started.
To enable or disable Xperia™ Tips
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Introduction & Tips.
Tap the Xperia™ Tips slider.
Help in menus and applications
Some applications and settings have help available in the options menu, which is
normally indicated by in the specific applications.
Running diagnostic tests on your device
The Xperia™ Diagnostics application can test a specific function or run a full
diagnostic test to check if your Xperia™ device is working properly.
Xperia™ Diagnostics can:
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Assess potential hardware or software issues on your Xperia™ device.
Analyse how well applications perform on your device.
Identify installed software and provide useful details about your device.
The Xperia™ Diagnostics application is pre-installed on most Android™ devices from Sony. If
the Diagnostics option is not available under Settings > About tablet, you can download a light
version from Google Play™.
To run a specific diagnostic test
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From your Home screen , tap .
Find and tap Settings > About tablet > Diagnostics > Test .
Select a test from the list.
Follow the instructions and tap Yes or No to confirm if a feature works.
To run all diagnostic tests
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From your Home screen , tap .
Find and tap Settings > About tablet > Diagnostics > Test > Run all.
Follow the instructions and tap Yes or No to confirm if a feature works.
To view details about your device
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From your Home screen , tap .
Find and tap Settings > About tablet > Diagnostics > Facts.
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Restarting, resetting and repairing
You can force your device to restart or shut down if it stops responding or won't
restart normally. No settings or personal data get deleted.
You can also reset your device to its original factory settings. This action is
sometimes necessary if your device stops functioning properly, but note that if you
want to keep any important data, you should first back up this data to a memory card
or other non-internal memory. For more information, see Backing up and restoring
content on page 35.
If your device fails to turn on or you want to reset your device’s software, you can use
Xperia™ Companion to repair your device. For more information on using Xperia™
Companion, see Xperia™ Companion on page 33.
If you are sharing a device with multiple users, you may need to log in as the owner, that is,
the primary user, to reset your device to its original factory settings.
To restart your device
Your device may fail to restart if the battery level is low. Connect your device to a charger and
try restarting again.
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Press and hold down the power key .
In the menu that opens, tap Restart. The device restarts automatically.
To force the device to shut down
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Remove the cover of the memory card slot.
Using the tip of a pen or a similar object, press the OFF button.
Do not use overly sharp objects that could damage the OFF button.
To perform a factory data reset
To avoid permanent damage to your device, do not restart your device while a reset procedure
is underway.
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Before you start, make sure to back up any important data that is saved on the
internal memory of your device to a memory card or other non-internal
memory.
From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > Backup & reset > Factory data reset.
To delete information, such as pictures and music, from your internal storage,
mark the Erase internal storage checkbox.
Tap Erase everything.
If required, draw your screen unlock pattern, or enter your screen unlock
password or PIN to continue.
To confirm, tap Erase everything.
Your device does not revert to an earlier software version of Android™ when you perform a
factory data reset.
If you forget your screen unlock password, PIN or pattern, you can use the device repair
feature in Xperia™ Companion to erase the security layer. You need to provide your Google
account login details to perform this operation. By running the repair feature, you reinstall
software for your device and you may lose some personal data in the process.
Repairing the device software
If you forget your screen unlock password, PIN or pattern, you can use the device
repair feature in Xperia™ Companion to erase the security layer. You need to provide
your Google account login details to perform this operation. By running the repair
feature, you reinstall software for your device and you may lose some personal data
in the process.
If you can’t turn off your device before performing a software repair, force it to shut
down.
When you receive a new Google™ account username or password, you might not be able to
use them to log in to and recover your device for 72 hours.
To repair the device software using Xperia™ Companion
Before performing a software repair, make sure you know your Google™ account username
and password. Depending on your security settings, you may need to enter them in order to
restart the device after a software repair.
If your device seems to have frozen, restarts repeatedly or doesn’t start at all after
you’ve updated the Xperia™ software or after you’ve performed a software repair or a
factory data reset, try forcing the device to shut down then try turning it back on. If
the problem still exists, force the device to shut down then perform a software repair
by following the steps below:
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Make sure that Xperia™ Companion is installed on your PC or Mac®.
Open the Xperia™ Companion software on the computer and click on Software
repair on the main screen.
Follow the instructions that appear on the screen to reinstall the software and
complete the repair.
Help us improve our software
You can enable the sending of usage info from your device so that Sony Mobile can
receive anonymous bug reports and statistics that help improve our software. None
of the information gathered includes personal data.
To allow the sending of usage info
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From your Home screen, tap .
Find and tap Settings > About tablet > Usage info settings.
Mark the Send usage info checkbox if it is not already marked.
Tap Agree.
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Warranty, SAR and usage guidelines
For information about warranty, SAR (Specific Absorption Rate) and safety guidelines,
please read the Important information provided under Settings > About phone > Legal
information on your device.
Recycling your device
Got an old device lying around the house? Why not recycle it? By doing so, you will
help us reuse its materials and components, and you’ll protect the environment too!
Find out more about the recycling options in your region at www.sonymobile.com/
recycle/.
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