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Sony E2303,E2306,E2353 User Manual

User guide
Xperia™ M4 Aqua
E2303/E2306/E2353
Contents
About this User Guide.........................................................................6
Overview.............................................................................................6
Assembly............................................................................................7
Starting your device for the first time................................................... 8
Why Do I Need a Google™ Account?.................................................9
Charging your device.......................................................................... 9
Multiple User Accounts..................................................................... 11
Using the touchscreen...................................................................... 14
Locking and Unlocking the Screen....................................................16
Home screen.................................................................................... 16
Application screen.............................................................................18
Navigating Applications.....................................................................19
Small apps........................................................................................20
Widgets............................................................................................ 21
Shortcuts and folders........................................................................21
Background and Themes..................................................................22
Taking a screenshot..........................................................................23
Recording your screen......................................................................23
Notifications......................................................................................24
Icons in the status bar.......................................................................26
Application overview......................................................................... 28
Downloading applications from Google Play™..................................30
Downloading applications from other sources...................................30
Browsing the web.............................................................................31
Internet and MMS settings ............................................................... 31
Wi-Fi® ............................................................................................. 32
Sharing your mobile data connection................................................ 34
Controlling data usage...................................................................... 35
Selecting mobile networks................................................................ 36
Virtual private networks (VPNs)..........................................................37
Synchronizing with online accounts...................................................38
Synchronizing with Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®.....................38
Synchronizing with Outlook® using a computer................................39
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Accessing settings............................................................................40
Sound, Ringtone, and Volume ..........................................................40
Managing Notifications......................................................................41
SIM card protection ......................................................................... 42
Screen settings.................................................................................43
Daydream.........................................................................................44
Screen Lock......................................................................................45
Language settings.............................................................................45
Date and time................................................................................... 46
Enhancing the sound output............................................................. 46
On-Screen Keyboard........................................................................ 48
Phonepad.........................................................................................49
Entering text using voice input...........................................................50
Editing text........................................................................................50
Personalizing the On-Screen Keyboard.............................................51
Making calls......................................................................................53
Receiving Calls..................................................................................54
Ongoing calls....................................................................................56
Using the call log...............................................................................56
Forwarding Calls............................................................................... 57
Restricting calls.................................................................................57
Multiple calls..................................................................................... 58
Conference calls............................................................................... 58
Voicemail.......................................................................................... 59
Emergency calls................................................................................59
Transferring contacts........................................................................ 61
Searching and viewing contacts........................................................62
Adding and editing contacts..............................................................63
Adding medical and emergency contact information.........................64
Favorites and groups........................................................................ 65
Sending contact information..............................................................66
Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application....................... 66
Backing Up Contacts........................................................................66
Reading and sending messages....................................................... 67
Organizing your messages................................................................68
Calling from a message.....................................................................69
Messaging settings........................................................................... 69
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Instant messaging and video chat.....................................................69
Setting up email................................................................................70
Sending and Receiving Email Messages........................................... 70
Organizing your email messages.......................................................71
Email account settings......................................................................72
Gmail™.............................................................................................72
Transferring music to your device .....................................................74
Listening to music.............................................................................74
Music homescreen menu..................................................................75
Playlists.............................................................................................76
Sharing music...................................................................................77
Enhancing the sound........................................................................ 77
Visualizer ..........................................................................................77
Recognizing Music with TrackID™....................................................77
Listening to the radio.........................................................................79
Favorite radio channels..................................................................... 80
Sound settings..................................................................................80
Taking photos and recording videos..................................................81
Face detection..................................................................................82
Using Smile Shutter™ to capture smiling faces................................. 82
Adding the geographical position to your photos...............................83
General camera settings................................................................... 83
Still camera settings..........................................................................86
Video camera settings.......................................................................90
Viewing Photos and Videos...............................................................93
Sharing and managing photos and videos.........................................94
Editing photos with the Photo editor application................................95
Editing videos with the Movie Creator application..............................96
Hiding photos and videos..................................................................96
Album Homescreen Menu.................................................................96
Viewing your photos on a map..........................................................97
Watching videos in the Movies application........................................ 99
Transferring video content to your device .......................................100
Managing video content..................................................................100
Movie Creator................................................................................. 101
Video Unlimited service...................................................................101
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Mirroring the screen of your device wirelessly on a TV.....................102
Sharing content with DLNA Certified™ devices...............................102
NFC................................................................................................105
Bluetooth® wireless technology......................................................106
One-Touch Setup........................................................................... 108
Controlling Accessories and Settings with Smart Connect™...........109
Using your device as a wallet.......................................................... 111
Using location services....................................................................112
Google Maps™ and navigation.......................................................112
Using data traffic when traveling......................................................113
Airplane mode.................................................................................113
Calendar.........................................................................................114
Alarm and Clock............................................................................. 115
Support for your device...................................................................117
Computer tools...............................................................................117
Updating Your Device..................................................................... 118
Finding a lost device .......................................................................119
Finding the identification number of your device..............................121
Battery and power management.....................................................121
Memory and Storage...................................................................... 122
Managing files using a computer.....................................................124
Backing Up and Restoring Content.................................................125
Running diagnostic tests on your device......................................... 127
Restarting and resetting..................................................................127
Using Your Device in Wet and Dusty Conditions..............................128
Recycling your device..................................................................... 128
Limitations to services and features.................................................128
Legal information.............................................................................129
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Getting started
About this User Guide
This is the Xperia™ M4 Aqua User guide for the Android™ 5.0 software version. If you're not sure which software version your device is running, you can check it via the Settings menu. For more information about software updates, see
Updating Your
Device
on the 118 page.
To check the current software version of your device
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > About phone > Android version.
Overview
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1. Charging/Notification light
2. Proximity/Light sensor
3. Ear speaker
4. Front camera lens
5. Nano SIM card slot cover
6. Power key
7. Volume/Zoom key
8. Camera key
9. Loudspeaker
10. Main microphone
11. Main camera lens
12. Camera light
13. GPS antenna area
14. NFC™ detection area
15. Headset jack
16. Second microphone
17. Charger/USB cable port
18. Wi-Fi/Bluetooth antenna area
19. Memory card slot cover
Assembly
Your device only supports nano SIM cards.
Don’t confuse the nano SIM card slot with the memory card slot. Inserting a card into the wrong slot could damage both the card and your device.
To insert the nano SIM card
To prevent damage to your device, do not insert a nano SIM card that has been directly cut from a USIM card.
1
Detach the nano SIM card slot cover.
2
Insert the nano SIM card into the nano SIM card slot.
3
Re-attach the cover.
If you insert a nano SIM card while the device is powered on, the device restarts automatically.
To insert the memory card
1
Detach the memory card slot cover.
2
With the gold-colored contacts facing down, insert the memory card into the memory card slot, then re-attach the memory card slot cover.
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To remove the nano SIM card
1
Detach the nano SIM card slot cover.
2
Push the nano SIM card inward until it makes a clicking sound, then release it immediately.
3
Draw the nano SIM card fully outward and remove it.
4
Re-attach the cover.
To remove the memory card
1
Turn off the device and detach the memory card slot cover.
2
Push the memory card inward, then release it immediately.
3
Draw the memory card fully outward and remove it.
4
Remove the memory card from the slot and re-attach the cover.
Instead of turning off the device, you can leave it on and unmount the memory card under Settings by tapping Storage > Unmount SD card.
Starting your device for the first time
The first time you start your device, a setup guide opens to help you configure basic settings, sign in to online accounts, and personalize your device. For example, if you have a Sony Entertainment Network account, you can sign in to it here and get set up straight away.
You can also access the setup guide later from the Settings menu. To access the setup guide on a device with multiple users, you must be logged in as the owner, that is, the primary user.
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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1
Press and hold down the power key until the device vibrates.
2
Enter your SIM card PIN when requested, then tap
.
3
Wait a while for the device to start.
To Turn off the Device
1
Press and hold down the power key
until the options menu opens.
2
In the options menu, tap Power off.
It may take a while for the device to shut down.
Why Do I Need a Google™ Account?
Your Xperia™ device from Sony runs on the Android™ platform developed by Google™. A range of Google™ applications and services is available on your device when you purchase it, like 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 need a Google™ account. For example, a Google™ account is mandatory if you want to:
•
Download and install applications from Google Play™.
•
Synchronize email, contacts, and the calendar.
•
Chat with friends using the Hangouts™ application.
•
Synchronize your browsing history and bookmarks. For more information about Android™ and Google™, go to
www.sonymobile.com/support
.
To Set up a Google™ Account on Your Device
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Accounts > Add account > Google.
3
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
.
Charging your device
Your device has an embedded, rechargeable battery that should only be replaced by Sony or an authorized Sony repair center. You should never try to open or take apart the device yourself. Opening the device can cause damage that voids your warranty.
The battery is partly charged when the device is shipped from the factory. Depending on how long your device was in the box before you purchased it, the battery level may be quite low. It is therefore 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. To read more about how to improve the battery performance, see
Battery and power management
on the 121page.
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After immersing your device in water or after getting the USB port wet, make sure the USB port is dry before you insert a USB cable into the port, for example, to charge your device or connect it to a computer.
After exposure to water, the USB port dries out naturally after a number of hours. If you don't want to wait for the port to dry naturally, you can shake any excess moisture from the USB port and then use a microfiber cloth to wipe away any remaining moisture.
To dry the USB port
1
Using a microfiber cloth, wipe away any excess moisture from your device.
2
With the device held firmly and the USB port facing downward, shake the device vigorously at least 15 times.
3
If moisture is still visible in the USB port, shake the device again several times.
4
Use a microfiber cloth to wipe away any remaining moisture from the USB port.
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To charge your device
1
Plug the charger into a power outlet.
2
Plug one end of the USB cable into the charger (or into the USB port of a computer).
3
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.
4
When the device is fully charged, disconnect the cable from your device by pulling it straight outward. Make sure not to bend the connector.
The USB connector does not go all the way into the USB charging port on your device. Part of the USB connector is still visible when it’s connected to the charger.
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%
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 two different types of accounts:
•
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.
Some features are only available to the owner. For example, only the owner can allow downloads from sources other than Google Play™.
About the Regular User Account
By adding Regular User accounts, you can allow different users to have different homescreens, 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 three regular user accounts on your device.
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To Add a Regular User Account
1
Be sure you are logged in as the owner, that is, the user who set up the device for the first time.
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Users > Add user.
4
Tap OK > Set up now. The screen locks, and an icon representing the newly added user appears in the top-right corner.
5
Unlock the screen, for example by swiping or entering your PIN.
6
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the procedure.
You can also add a Regular User account from the status bar on any screen. Just drag the status bar downward using two fingers and tap the user icon, then tap Add user.
To Allow a Regular User to Make Phone Calls and Use SMS
1
Be sure you are logged in as the owner.
2
From your Homescreen, tap
.
3
Find and tap Settings > Users.
4
Tap
beside the name of the relevant user, then drag the slider beside Allow
phone calls and SMS to the right.
To Delete a Regular User Account from Your Device
1
Be sure you are logged in as the owner.
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap
Settings
>
Users
.
4
Tap
beside the name of the user 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 that user. In Guest mode, your device starts up as a freshly installed system with only the preinstalled 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 preinstalled and cannot be deleted.
To Set Up the Guest User Account
1
Be sure you are logged in as the owner, that is, the user who set up the device for the first time.
2
From your Homescreen, tap
.
3
Find and tap
Settings
>
Users
>
Guest
.
4
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the procedure.
You can also set up a guest user account from the status bar on any screen. Just drag the status bar downward using two fingers and tap the user icon, then tap Add guest.
To Allow the Guest User to Make Phone Calls
1
Be sure you are logged in as the owner.
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Users.
4
Tap
beside Guest, then drag the slider beside Allow phone calls to the right.
To Clear the Guest Session Data
1
Be sure you are logged in as a guest user.
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Users.
4
Find and tap Remove guest.
5
Tap Remove.
You can also clear the guest session from the status bar on any screen. Just drag the status bar downward using two fingers and tap the user icon, then tap Remove guest.
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Switching between Multiple User Accounts
To Switch between Multiple User Accounts
1
To view the list of users, drag the status bar downward using two fingers, then tap the user icon at the top right of the screen.
2
Tap the icon representing the user account you want to switch to.
3
If a password has been set for the account, enter this password to log in. Otherwise, just unlock the screen.
When you switch to the guest account, tap Start over if you want to wipe the previous session or tap Yes, continue to continue the previous session.
Settings for Multiple User Accounts
There are three different types of settings on devices with multiple users:
•
Settings that can be changed by any user but 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 but affect all users, such as VPN settings.
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Learning the basics
Using the touchscreen
Tapping
•
Open or select an item.
•
Mark or unmark a checkbox or option.
•
Enter text using the on-screen keyboard.
Touching and holding
•
Move an item.
•
Activate an item-specific menu.
•
Activate selection mode, for example, to select several items from a list.
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Pinching and spreading
•
Zoom in or out on web pages, photos, and maps, and when you’re taking photos or shooting videos.
Swiping
•
Scroll up or down a list.
•
Scroll left or right, for example, between Home screen panes.
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Flicking
•
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 you have to swipe upward on the screen to unlock it. You can change the security settings later and add other kinds of locks. See
Screen Lock
on
the 45 page.
To activate the screen
•
Briefly press the power key .
To lock the screen
•
When the screen is active, briefly press the power key .
Home screen
The Homescreen 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
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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.
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 Homescreen Pane
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates.
2
Flick left or right to browse to the pane you want to set as your main Homescreen pane, then tap .
To add a pane to your Homescreen
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates.
2
To browse the panes, flick all the way to the right or left, then tap
.
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To delete a pane from your Home screen
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates.
2
Flick left or right to browse to the pane that you want to delete, then tap .
Homescreen Settings
Use the Home Settings shortcut to adjust some basic settings on your Homescreen. For example, you can set your Homescreen to auto-rotate and adjust the size of icons.
To Set Your Homescreen to Auto-Rotate
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates, then tap Home Settings.
2
Drag the slider beside Auto rotation to the right.
To Adjust the Size of Icons on Your Homescreen
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates, then tap Home Settings.
2
Tap Icon size, then select an option.
Application screen
The Application screen, which you open from the Homescreen, 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
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Flick left or right on the Application screen.
To open an application from the Application screen
•
Flick left or right to find the application, then tap the application.
To Search for an Application from the Application Screen
1
When the Application screen is open, tap
.
2
Enter the name of the application you want to search for.
To open the Application screen menu
•
When the Application screen is open, drag the left edge of the screen to the right.
To Move an Application on the Application Screen
1
To open the Application screen menu, drag the left edge of the Application screen to the right.
2
Make sure Custom order is selected under SHOW APPS.
3
On the Application screen, touch and hold the application until it's selected, then drag it to the new location.
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To Add an Application Shortcut to the Homescreen
1
To open the Application screen menu, drag the left edge of the Application screen to the right.
2
Make sure Custom order is selected under SHOW APPS.
3
On the Application screen, touch and hold an application icon, then drag the icon to the top of the screen. The Homescreen opens.
4
Drag the icon to the desired location on the Homescreen, then release your finger.
If Alphabetical or Most used is selected under SHOW APPS instead of Custom order, you can still add an application shortcut to the Homescreen. Just touch and hold the relevant application icon until the Homescreen opens, then drag the icon to the desired location and release your finger.
To arrange applications on the Application screen
1
To open the Application screen menu, drag the left edge of the Application screen to the right.
2
Select the desired option under SHOW APPS.
To Uninstall an Application from the Application Screen
1
To open the Application screen menu, drag the left edge of the Application screen to the right.
2
Tap UNINSTALL. All uninstallable applications are indicated by
.
3
Tap the application you want to uninstall, then tap OK.
Navigating Applications
You can navigate between applications using the navigation keys, the favorites 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.
1 Recently used applications window – Open a recently used application 2 Favorites bar – Use a shortcut to access applications or widgets 3 Recent apps key – Open the recently used applications window and the favorites bar 4 Home key – Exit an application and go back to the Homescreen 5 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 .
To Close All the Recently Used Applications
•
Tap and then tap .
To open a menu in an application
•
While using the application, press .
A menu is not available in all applications.
Small apps
Small apps are miniature apps that run on top of other applications on the same screen, to enable multi-tasking. For example, you can have a webpage open showing details of currency exchange rates, and then open the Calculator small app on top of it and perform calculations. You can access your small apps via the favorites bar. To download more small apps, go to Google Play™.
To open a small app
1
To make the favorites bar appear, press .
2
Tap the small app that you want to open.
You can open several small apps at the same time.
To close a small app
•
Tap on the small app window.
To download a small app
1
From the favorites bar, tap , then tap and tap .
2
Search for the small app that you want to download, then follow the instructions to download it and complete the installation.
To move a small app
•
When the small app is open, touch and hold the top left corner of the small app, then move it to the desired location.
To minimize a small app
•
When the small app is open, touch and hold the top left corner of the small app, then drag it to the right edge or to the bottom edge of the screen.
To rearrange the small apps in the favorites bar
•
Touch and hold a small app and drag it to the desired position.
To remove a small app from the favorites bar
1
Touch and hold a small app, then drag it to
.
2
Tap OK.
To restore a previously removed small app
1
Open the favorites bar, then tap .
2
Touch and hold the small app you want to restore, then drag it into the favorites bar.
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To add a widget as a small app
1
To make the favorites bar appear, press .
2
Tap > > .
3
Select a widget.
4
Enter a name for the widget, if desired, then tap OK.
Widgets
Widgets are small applications that you can use directly on your Homescreen. They also function as shortcuts. For example, the Weather widget allows you to see basic weather information directly on your Homescreen. But when you tap the widget, the full Weather application opens. You can download additional widgets from Google Play™.
To add a widget to the Homescreen
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates, then tap
Widgets
.
2
Find and tap the widget that you want to add.
To resize a widget
1
Touch and hold a widget until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then release the widget. If the widget can be resized, for example, the Calendar widget, then a highlighted frame and resizing dots appear.
2
Drag the dots inward or outward to shrink or expand the widget.
3
To confirm the new size of the widget, tap anywhere on the Homescreen.
To move a widget
•
Touch and hold the widget until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then drag it to the new location.
To delete a widget
•
Touch and hold the widget until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then drag it to .
Shortcuts and folders
Use shortcuts and folders to manage your applications and keep your Home screen tidy.
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Shortcuts and Folders Overview
1 Access an application by using a shortcut 2 Access a folder containing applications
To Add an Application Shortcut to Your Homescreen
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates and the customization menu appears.
2
In the customization menu, tap
Widgets & Apps
>
Apps
.
3
Scroll through the list of applications and select an application. The selected application gets added to the Homescreen.
In step 3, alternatively, you can tap
Widgets & Apps > 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.
To move an item on the Home screen
•
Touch and hold the item until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then drag the item to the new location.
To delete an item from the Homescreen
•
Touch and hold an item until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then drag the item to .
To create a folder on the Home screen
•
Touch and hold an application icon or a shortcut until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then drag and drop it on top of another application icon or shortcut.
To add items to a folder on the Home screen
•
Touch and hold an item until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then drag the item to the folder.
To rename a folder on the Home screen
1
Tap the folder to open it.
2
Tap the folder's title bar to show the Folder name field.
3
Enter the new folder name and tap Done.
Background and Themes
You can adapt the Homescreen to your own style using wallpapers and different themes.
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To change your Home screen wallpaper
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates.
2
Tap Wallpapers and select an option.
To set a theme
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates.
2
Tap Themes.
3
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
1
Press and hold down the power key until a prompt window appears.
2
Tap
You can also take a screenshot by pressing and holding down the power key and volume down key at the same time. Once the screenshot is captured, you can release the keys.
To view your screenshot
•
Drag the status bar fully downwards, then tap the screenshot you want to view.
You can also view your screenshots by opening the Album application.
Recording your screen
You can use the screen recording feature to capture videos of what’s happening on your device’s screen. This feature is useful, for example, when you want to create tutorials or record videos of you playing a game on your device. Recorded video clips are automatically saved in Album.
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1 Minimize/Resume the record screen window 2 Record your screen 3 Record your screen when the front camera is activated 4 Access the screen recording settings 5 Close the screen recording window
To record your screen
1
Press and hold down the power key until a prompt window appears.
2
Tap .
3
After the screen recording window opens, tap . The record screen function starts and a timer button is displayed.
4
To stop the recording, tap the timer button, then tap
.
To record your screen when the front camera is activated
1
When the screen recording window opens, tap
. A window opens showing a
viewfinder for the front camera.
2
To start recording your screen and video captured by the front camera, tap
.
3
To stop recording, tap the timer button, then tap .
4
To close the front camera viewfinder window, tap
.
To record a still photo using the front camera while you are recording the screen, drag in the mini viewfinder to expand the view and then tap .
To view recent screen recordings
•
Drag the status bar downward, then tap to view the most recent recordings of your screen.
You can also view your screen recordings 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:
•
The status bar
•
The Notification panel
•
The lockscreen
To open or close the Notification panel
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1
To open the Notification panel, drag the status bar downward.
2
To close the Notification panel, drag the panel upward.
To Take Action on a Notification in the Notification Panel
•
Tap the notification.
To dismiss a notification from the Notification panel
•
Place your finger on a notification and flick left or right.
To Clear all Notifications from the Notification PanelS
•
Tap .
To Take Action on a Notification from the Lockscreen
•
Double-tap the notification.
To dismiss a notification from the lockscreen
•
Place your finger on the notification and flick left or right.
To Expand a Notification on the Notification Panel
•
Drag the notification downward.
Not all notifications are expandable.
To Expand a Notification on the Lockscreen
•
Drag the notification downward.
Not all notifications are expandable.
Quick settings for interruptions
There are three modes available for interruptions on your device: Silent, Priority, and
Sound
. Within each mode, you can determine how and when notifications can interrupt you, if at all. For example, you can set your device to only show you priority notifications during the hours you’re at work or block all notifications while you’re taking a nap. You can get quick access to the basic interruption and sound settings by pressing the volume key up or down.
1 Silent – All interruptions get blocked, excluding alarms. There is still sound when alarms go off 2 Priority – Only allow priority interruptions 3 Sound – Allow all interruptions
To Set Priority Interruptions
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Interruptions.
For more information about settings for notifications and interruptions, see
Managing
Notifications
on page 41 .
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Notification Light
The notification light informs you about battery status and some other events. For example, a flashing white light means there is a new message or a missed call. The notification light is enabled by default but can be disabled manually.
When the notification light is disabled, it only lights up when there is a battery status warning, such as when the battery level falls below 15 percent.
To Enable the Notification Light
1
From your Homescreen, tap
.
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification.
3
Drag the slider beside Notification light to the right.
Icons in the status bar
Status Icons
No SIM card Signal strength No signal Roaming Sending and downloading LTE data Sending and downloading GPRS data Sending and downloading EDGE data Sending and downloading 3G data Sending and downloading cellular data A Wi-Fi® connection is enabled and data is being transmitted Battery status The battery is charging STAMINA mode is activated Low battery mode is activated Airplane mode is activated The Bluetooth® function is activated The microphone is muted The speakerphone is on Silent mode Only allow priority interruptions Vibrate mode An alarm is set GPS is activated
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Synchronization is ongoing Problem with sign-in or synchronization
Depending on your service provider, network, and/or region, the functions or services represented by some icons in this list may not be available.
To manage status bar icons
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Personalization > Status bar icons.
3
Mark the checkboxes for the system icons that you want to appear in the status bar.
Notification Icons
New text message or multimedia message Missed call Call on hold Call forwarding is turned on New voicemail message New email message Downloading data Uploading data Mobile data is disabled 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 Screenshot captured A 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 Error message
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More (undisplayed) notifications
Not all icons that may appear on 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
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > App notifications.
3
Select an application.
4
Drag the slider beside Block to the right.
Application overview
Use the Alarm & clock application to set various kinds of alarms. Use your web browser to navigate and view web pages, manage bookmarks,
text and images. Use the Calculator application to perform basic calculations. Use the Calendar application to keep track of events and manage your
appointments. Use the camera to take photos and record video clips. Use the Contacts application to manage phone numbers, email addresses and
other information related to your contacts. Access your downloaded applications, documents and pictures. 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. Browse and listen to FM radio stations. Use the Album application to view and to work with your photos and videos. Use the Gmail™ application to read, write and organize email messages. Search for information in your device and on the web. View your current location, find other locations and calculate routes using Google
Maps™. Use the Play Store™ application to download free and paid applications for your
device. Use the Messaging application to send and receive text and multimedia
messages. Use the Video application to play videos on your device and share content with
your friends. Use the Music application to organize and play music, audio books and
podcasts. Make phone calls by dialing the number manually or by using the smart dial
function. Optimize settings to suit your own requirements. Use the Hangouts™ application to chat with friends online.
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Identify music tracks that you hear playing in your surroundings, and get artist, album and other info.
Use YouTube™ to share and view videos from around the world. 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.
Use the Backup and restore application to back up or restore content on your device, such as contacts, text messages, bookmarks, calendar data, etc.
Use the Smart Connect™ application to set what happens in your device when you connect or disconnect an accessory.
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 networks and/or service providers in all areas.
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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, preferably over Wi-Fi® to limit data traffic charges.
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™
1
From the Homescreen, tap
.
2
Find and tap Play Store.
3
Find an item you wish to download by browsing categories, or by using the search function.
4
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 you trust.
You can view the permissions granted to a downloaded application 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. Only download applications 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 the Download of Applications from Other Sources
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap
Settings
>
Security
.
3
Drag the slider beside Unknown sources to the right.
4
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 you trust.
You can view the permissions granted to a downloaded application by tapping the application under Settings > Apps.
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