Sony 68553B User Manual
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing Xperia XZ2A.
Before You Begin
Guide Usage Notes
Screenshots & Key Labels
Before You Begin
Xperia XZ2A is referred to as "handset" in this guide.
Read "Safety Precautions" and this guide thoroughly beforehand for proper usage.
Accessible services may be limited by contract conditions.
Unauthorized copying of any part of this guide is prohibited.
Guide content subject to change without prior notice.
Contact SoftBank Customer Support, General Information if you find inaccuracies.
Guide Usage Notes
Most operation descriptions are based on default settings.
Unless noted otherwise, descriptions are for Home Screen.
Some operation descriptions may be omitted.
In this guide and on handset, "abroad" means "outside Japan" with regard to handset/service
usage.
In this guide, microSD
TM
/microSDHCTM/microSDXCTM Card is referred to as "SD Card."
Screenshots & Key Labels
Screenshots and Key labels are provided for reference only. Actual handset windows, menus, etc.
may differ in appearance.
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Part
Description
while charging.
etc.) from here.
call.
yourself, etc.
Display.
Parts & Functions
Handset (Front)
Handset (Back/Side)
Handset Keys
CE mark and FCC ID
Available radio frequencies
Handset (Front)
Sensor
Notification Lamp Flashes for
notifications while
Display is off. Lights
Earpiece/Speaker Hear the other party's
voice here.
Also, hear sound
(music, videos, TV,
Proximity/Light
Detects surrounding
brightness to
automatically adjust
Display or backlight
and prevent
Touchscreen
misoperation during a
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Front Camera Use to shoot still
images, videos of
Display Touchscreen-type
display, operate with
your fingers on
audio.
Part
Description
calling.
Slot
Card.
GPS.
the light source.
etc.
subject distance.
Area
Wi-Fi.
communication.
remove nameplate.
Antenna Area
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth®
Handset (Back/Side)
Speaker Listen to music as well
as video, TV, etc.
Second Mic Reduces noise for
SIM Card/SD Card
Internal
Antenna/GPS
Antenna Area
Insert SIM Card/SD
Internal Antenna for
calls, data
communication and
RGBC-IR Sensor Automatically adjusts
white balance based
for shooting based on
Flash/Photo Light Use as camera flash
when taking photos,
LaserAF Sensor Autofocuses for
shooting based on
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Wi-Fi® Antenna
Internal Antenna
Area
Nameplate CE mark, FCC ID,
Internal Antenna for
Internal Antenna for
calls and data
IMEI information
printed sticker is
attached. Do not
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth®
Internal Antenna for
feature.
NFC/Osaifu-Keitai®.
and videos.
authentication.
Charging Position
charger.
available), etc.
Mic
Speak here.
Part
Description
using Camera.
Key
Turn Display on/off.
Camera.
NFC/Osaifu-Keitai
Detection Area
Hold up to a
reader/writer to use
Camera Capture still images
Fingerprint
Sensor
Wireless
USB Type-CTM
Port
Unlock screen with
fingerprint
Position wireless
Connect USB Type-C
cable (commercially
Handset Keys
Volume/Zoom
Up/Down Key
Power
Key/Screen Lock
Adjust Volume.
Adjust Zoom while
Long Press for power
on/off.
Camera Key Use as Camera
shutter.
Long Press to launch
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CE mark and FCC ID
Open the slot cover, and insert a fingernail into the hook at the edge of the label tray, then pull it out
straight.
Available radio frequencies
GSM/GPRS/EDGE 850, 900, 1800, 1900MHz
UMTS 2100 (Band I), 1900 (Band II), 1700 (Band IV), 900 (Band VIII) MHz
LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 8, 11, 12, 17, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42)
WLAN 2.4G/5G, NFC
GSM 850/900 : Power Class 4, DCS(1800)/PCS(1900) : Power Class 1, UMTS : Power Class 3,
LTE : Power Class 3(Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 8, 11, 12, 17, 28, 38, 39, 40, 42), Power Class 2(Band 41),
2.4GHz<100mW, 5.15-5.35GHz<200mW, 5.47-5.725GHz<200mW, 5.735-5.835GHz<25mW, NFC
13.56MHz
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SIM Card
SIM Card is an IC card containing phone number and other customer information.
Inserting SIM Card
Removing SIM Card
SIM-Unlocking Handset
Inserting SIM Card
Always unmount SD Card beforehand.
Pull Tray out from handset
Pull SIM Card/SD Card Slot Cover out straight using groove.
Set SIM Card into Tray with IC chip facing up
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Check SIM Card orientation by notch.
Make sure SIM Card is in Tray securely.
Holding handset held level, press Tray in straight
SIM Card is inserted.
Check Tray orientation.
Press firmly where circled ○, and make sure there is no gap between handset and SIM Card/SD
Card Slot Cover.
Removing SIM Card
Always unmount SD Card beforehand.
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Pull Tray out from handset
Pull SIM Card/SD Card Slot Cover out straight using groove.
Remove SIM Card from Tray
Holding handset held level, press Tray in straight
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SIM Card is removed.
Check Tray orientation.
Press firmly where circled ○, and make sure there is no gap between handset and SIM Card/SD
Card Slot Cover.
SIM-Unlocking Handset
Handset can be SIM-unlocked. SIM-unlocking handset allows other-carrier SIM cards to be used
with it.
Some services, functions, etc. may have restrictions when an other-carrier SIM card is used.
SoftBank Corp. does not guarantee operation whatsoever.
For details, see SoftBank Website.
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SD Card
Handset supports SD Cards up to 400 GB. Some SD Cards may not operate properly.
Inserting SD Card
Formatting SD Card
Removing SD Card
SD Card Cautions
Data
Information stored on SD Card can become lost or changed accidentally or as a result of damage. It is
recommended that you keep a separate copy of important data. SoftBank Corp. is not responsible for
damages from data that is lost or changed.
Reading/Writing Data
Never power off while reading or writing data.
Battery Level
A low battery charge may prevent reading/writing to SD Card.
Handling SD Card
Use/keep SD Cards away from the reach of infants. May cause choking if swallowed.
Inserting SD Card
Pull Tray out from handset
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Pull SIM Card/SD Card Slot Cover out straight using groove.
Set SD Card into Tray with the metal terminals facing up
Make sure SD Card is in Tray securely.
Holding handset held level, press Tray in straight
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SD Card is inserted.
Check Tray orientation.
Press firmly where circled ○, and make sure there is no gap between handset and SIM Card/SD
Card Slot Cover.
Formatting SD Card
When using a new SD Card for the first time, always format it on handset.
Formatting erases all data on SD Card. Carefully check any SD Card that was used on another
device before formatting.
Charge Internal Battery while formatting, or format with adequate battery charge.
In Home Screen, (Apps)
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(Settings)
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Storage
SD card
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Storage settings
Format
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ERASE & FORMAT
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DONE
All data on SD Card is erased.
Removing SD Card
Always unmount SD Card beforehand.
Pull Tray out from handset
Pull SIM Card/SD Card Slot Cover out straight using groove.
Remove SD Card from Tray
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Holding handset held level, press Tray in straight
SD Card is removed.
Check Tray orientation.
Press firmly where circled ○, and make sure there is no gap between handset and SIM Card/SD
Card Slot Cover.
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Charging Internal Battery
Charging with AC Charger
Charging with Wireless Charger
Charging with AC Charger
For details on AC Chargers and other peripheral equipment, see SoftBank SELECTION Website.
See instructions included with AC Charger. Operation using AC Charger (USB Type-C Quick
Charge 3.0) [ZSCAZX] (SoftBank SELECTION USB Type-C rapid charging AC Charger
[SB-AC17-TCQC]) is explained here.
Insert USB Type-C connector of AC Charger straight into USB Type-C Port
Unfold power plug of AC Charger and plug into household AC
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Charging start sound sounds and Notification Lamp on handset lights up when charging starts.
When charging is complete, unplug AC Charger and remove USB Type-C connector of
AC Charger straight from handset
Charging ends.
Charging with Wireless Charger
Handset can be charged using a wireless charger.
For details on charging, see the instructions included with the wireless charger.
Products with a comply with WPC (Wireless Power Consortium) wireless charging standards.
Wireless Charging Cautions
Observe the following when charging with a wireless charger.
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When charging, be sure to align the wireless charging position on the handset with the
wireless charger position properly.
Remove any covers (commercially available) attached to handset before charging.
Do not subject handset to vibration while charging. Vibration causing handset to move
may prevent charging from completing or cause handset to fall.
If a TV or radio produce noise while charging, distance handset and charge.
If another wireless charging device is nearby, distance the wireless charger at least 30
cm away. Handset may not be detected properly and may not charge.
While charging, calling, data transmission, and TV reception may be affected.
Do not allow metal objects between handset and the wireless charger. Metal object
may become hot.
Do not allow an IC card or similar item to be lodged between handset and the wireless
charger. IC card may be damaged.
Do not place handset on the wireless charger while AC Charger, USB Type-C cable,
USB host cable, etc. is connected.
Using Camera while charging may cause images to be grainy with noise.
Using handset while charging may cause handset to slow down or stop charging as it
is designed to avoid reaching a high temperature.
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Power On/Off
Powering On
Powering Off
Powering On
Long Press Power Key
Lock Screen appears.
See "Unlocking Screen" to unlock the screen.
Startup wizard appears for the first time handset is powered on. Follow onscreen instructions.
Battery level is not sufficient if low battery indicator appears when Power Key is Pressed with
handset powered off. Charge Internal Battery.
Powering Off
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Long Press Power Key
Power off
Handset powers off.
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Using Touchscreen
Handset uses a touchscreen-type Display. Operate with your fingers on Display.
Tap
Touch & Hold
Drag
Swipe/Flick
Pinch/Spread
Tap
Contact Display lightly and briefly.
Touch & Hold
Touch screen lightly and hold it for a while. When the screen changes, release finger.
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Drag
Touch icon or other item lightly, move it where desired, and release finger.
Swipe/Flick
Contact Display lightly, then brush screen up/down or left/right.
Pinch/Spread
Contact Display lightly, then close/widen fingers.
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Setting a Google Account
Use a Google account and get more convenience with Google services. A Google
account is required to use some services or fully use some applications.
Creating a Google Account
Logging In with a Google Account
Google Account Cautions
Be careful not to forget your Google account mail address or password.
Creating a Google Account
In Home Screen, (Apps)
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(Settings)
Accounts
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Add account
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