Sony J8110 User Guide
User guide
Xperia 1
J8110/J817
0/J9110
Contents
Xperia 1 features........................................................................... 5
Side sense........................................................................................
Dynamic Vibration............................................................................ 7
Cinema Pro....................................................................................... 8
Enhancing the sound output.......................................................... 9
Ambient display settings................................................................. 9
Game enhancer.............................................................................. 10
Smart call handling........................................................................ 12
Getting started............................................................................ 13
About this User guide.................................................................... 13
Overview........................................................................................ 14
Assembly - Single SIM.................................................................... 15
Assembly - Dual SIM...................................................................... 16
Using a Dual SIM device................................................................. 16
Screen protection........................................................................... 17
Starting your device for the rst time............................................ 17
Why do I need a Google account?................................................. 17
Transferring content from your old device.................................... 18
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Device security............................................................................ 19
Making sure your device is protected........................................... 19
Screen lock..................................................................................... 19
Fingerprint Manager ..................................................................... 20
SIM card protection....................................................................... 20
Finding the IMEI number(s) of your device................................... 21
Finding, locking or erasing a lost device ...................................... 22
Learning the basics.................................................................... 23
Using the touchscreen................................................................... 23
Turning the screen on or o.......................................................... 24
Smart backlight control................................................................. 25
Home screen.................................................................................. 25
Application screen......................................................................... 25
Navigating applications................................................................. 26
Widgets.......................................................................................... 29
Shortcuts and folders.................................................................... 29
Background.................................................................................... 30
Taking a screenshot........................................................................ 31
Notications................................................................................... 31
Icons in the status bar................................................................... 33
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Battery and maintenance........................................................... 35
Char
ging your device..................................................................... 35
Battery and power management.................................................. 37
Updating your device.................................................................... 39
Restarting, resetting and repairing............................................... 40
Improving memory performance.................................................. 42
Backing up and synchronizing data.......................................... 44
Backing up and synchronizing with a Google account ............... 44
Backing up and transferring data using a computer.................... 45
Backing up and transferring data using a memory card.............. 45
Synchronizing with Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync.................... 45
Downloading applications......................................................... 47
Downloading applications on Google Play................................... 47
Internet and networks............................................................... 48
Internet settings ........................................................................... 48
Wi-Fi............................................................................................... 48
Sharing your mobile data connection.......................................... 49
Controlling data usage.................................................................. 50
Selecting a SIM card for data trac............................................... 51
Selecting mobile networks............................................................. 51
Basic settings.............................................................................. 52
Accessing settings......................................................................... 52
Volume, vibration and sound........................................................ 52
Silence your device with Do not disturb....................................... 53
Screen settings.............................................................................. 54
Application settings....................................................................... 55
Using location services.................................................................. 56
Language settings......................................................................... 56
On-screen keyboards..................................................................... 57
Date and time................................................................................ 57
Multiple user accounts................................................................... 57
Calling......................................................................................... 58
Making calls................................................................................... 58
Receiving calls............................................................................... 59
Forwarding calls............................................................................. 59
Blocking a number........................................................................ 60
Contacts...................................................................................... 61
Adding and editing contacts......................................................... 61
Transferring contacts..................................................................... 62
Backing up contacts...................................................................... 63
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Messaging and chat................................................................... 64
Reading and sending mes
Messaging settings....................................................................... 65
Setting up email............................................................................ 65
sages................................................... 64
Music.......................................................................................... 66
Transferring music from a computer to your device.................... 66
Listening to music......................................................................... 66
Camera....................................................................................... 69
Getting to know your camera....................................................... 69
Exposure, color and light conditions............................................. 73
Setting the right focus................................................................... 76
People, seles and smiling faces................................................... 77
Moving objects.............................................................................. 78
Bokeh eect................................................................................... 79
Using various capturing modes.................................................... 80
Resolution and memory................................................................ 82
Diagnosing your camera............................................................... 82
Additional camera settings........................................................... 83
Photos and videos in Album...................................................... 85
Viewing photos and videos........................................................... 85
Album home screen menu............................................................ 85
Connectivity................................................................................ 87
Mirroring the screen of your device wirelessly on a TV................ 87
Connecting your device to USB accessories................................. 87
NFC (Near Field Communication).................................................. 89
Using your device as a wallet........................................................ 89
Bluetooth wireless technology..................................................... 90
Clock and Calendar.................................................................... 92
Calendar......................................................................................... 92
Clock............................................................................................... 92
Accessibility................................................................................ 95
Magnication................................................................................. 95
Font size......................................................................................... 95
Color correction............................................................................. 95
TalkBack......................................................................................... 95
Other settings for accessibility...................................................... 96
Support application.................................................................... 97
About the Support app.................................................................. 97
Legal information....................................................................... 98
General........................................................................................... 98
Warranty, SAR, and usage guidelines........................................... 98
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Xperia 1 features
Side sense
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our device has sensors on the sides that you can tap or slide with one hand in
order to use your device more easily. You can display the Side sense menu as a
shortcut to applications and settings, or the Multi-window menu to select two
applications in the split-screen mode. You can also return to the previous screen by
sliding down along the sensor. Make sure to tap or slide your nger within the
sensor area. To learn more about Side sense, nd and tap Settings > Display >
Advanced > Side sense > TRY SIDE SENSE TUTORIAL.
Note
Side sense is unavailable in certain situations, such as when Ultra STAMINA mode is
activated or when the screen view is in landscape orientation.
To display the Side sense menu
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• T
o activate the Side sense menu, double-tap the side of the device.
Hint
To exit the Side sense menu, double-tap the side of the device or tap an empty area on the
scr
een.
To display the Multi-window menu
1 Slide your nger up along the side of the devic
e to display the Multi-window
menu.
2 Follow the on-screen instructions to add apps to a split-screen.
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To return to the previous screen using the side sensor
• Slide your nger down along the side of the devic
e to return to the previous
screen.
To turn Side sense on or o, or set other Side sense options
1 Find and tap Settings > Display > Advanced.
2 Tap Side sense.
3 Tap the switch to enable or disable the function. To edit other Side sense options,
follow the on-screen instructions in the lower part of the screen.
Hint
You can set whether to use Side sense on one or both sides of your device. You can also
change the screen action for each gesture.
Dynamic Vibration
The Dynamic Vibration feature enhances your media experience by adding
synchronized vibration when you watch videos or listen to music on your device. To
learn more about this feature, go to Settings > Sound > Dynamic Vibration.
Dynamic Vibration turns o automatically in the following cases:
• The media volume is set to silent.
• The backlight is o.
• STAMINA mode is activated.
Note
Dynamic Vibration does not work with all media apps.
Dynamic vibr
O No vibration
Mild Less vibration
Normal Well-balanced vibration
ation levels
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Powerful More vibration
To adjust Dynamic Vibration settings within a media app
1 Open the desired media app, for example, YouTube or the Album app.
2 Start playback of the media contents.
3 Press the volume key to open the volume panel.
4 Drag the slider for Dynamic Vibration to set the preferred level for this app.
5 The Dynamic Vibration setting is saved for the next time you use this app.
Hint
There is no vibration if the media volume is set to silent.
T
o enable or disable Dynamic Vibration
• Find and tap Settings > Sound > Dynamic Vibration.
Cinema Pro
Cinema Pro is an application powered by Sony's digital motion picture camera
technology. You can create your ideal videos by conguring professional
parameters and color settings.
To launch Cinema Pro
• Find and tap
(Cinema Pro icon).
Cinema P
Hint
ro home screen
Orange parameters are adjustable.
1 Viewnder
2 Project settings – Tap (Add icon) to create a new project. Parameters will a
the entire project and video clips that belong to the project. The project settings cannot be
changed unless you create a new project.
3 Clip settings – Parameters are adjustable for each video clip.
4 Tap to start or stop recording.
5 Tap to capture the current frame as a still image.
6 Tap to show the 16:9 white frame in the 21:9 viewnder
7 Tap to view video clips or still images. You can capture a still image from the video by tapping
(Edit video icon) while playing.
8 Tap All les and nd clips in the curr
eens to nd clips and videos in other projects, nal lms, or les in Album. Tap
scr
o return to the Cinema Pro home screen.
t
ent project. Then, tap
.
(Navigate up button) and switch
ect the ambience of
(Back button)
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To combine clips and watch a lm
1 While using the Cinema Pro application, tap All les to display a list of clips in a
project.
2 Tap (More icon) > Create nal lm.
3 Tap the clips in the order in which you want to combine them. Then, tap Create.
4 To watch the created lm, tap (Go to main screen icon).
5 Tap Final lms, and then tap the lm that you created.
Enhancing the sound output
You can enhance the sound of your device by manually enabling individual sound
settings such as Equalizer and Surround sound.
To upgrade the quality of compressed music les
1 Find and tap Settings > Sound > Audio settings.
2 Enable the DSEE HX function by tapping the switch.
Note
• Wir
ed headphones that support High-Resolution Audio are needed to play back sound in a
quality equivalent to High-Resolution Audio.
• Enhanced sound eects only work for analog headphones connected to your device with
the USB to 3.5 mm Audio jack host adapter. They are not available for digital or USB
headphones.
To enhance the sound output using Dolby Atmos®
1 Find and tap Settings > Sound > Audio settings.
2 Enable the Dolby Atmos function by tapping the switch.
3 Tap Dolby Atmos for more options.
Ambient display settings
The ambient display lets you view information such as time, notications, music, or
photos on the screen when the screen is turned o. The ambient display can also
show album art when playing music, recently taken photos, or photos in Album
taken at your current location. When you are at home, photos to be shown are
selected automatically by your Xperia device.
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To adjust the Ambient display settings
1 T
ap Settings > Lock screen & security > Lock screen preferences > Ambient
display (Always-on display).
2 Tap When to show Ambient display, and then select the desired setting.
3 Close the setting menu. The setting is saved.
Hint
The default setting is Smart activation, which activates the Ambient display when needed,
f
or example, when walking with the device in your hand, or when taking the device out of
your pocket or bag.
To display an image on the Ambient display
1 Tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Lock screen preferences > Ambient
display (Always-on display).
2 Tap Sticker, and then select your desired sticker or photo.
3 Close the setting menu. The setting is saved.
To show photos on the Ambient display
1 Tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Lock screen preferences > Ambient
display (Always-on display).
2 Tap Photo playback, and then tap the switch to enable the function.
3 Select Photos on device.
Game enhancer
The Game enhancer application makes gameplay much more convenient with
various functions. While playing a game, you can prevent notications from
showing up, change the performance settings, and more.
Downloaded games are automatically listed in the Game enhancer application,
and you can quickly launch the games from the Game enhancer menu. You can
customize various settings while gaming by tapping
menu ic
on).
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(Open Game enhancer
To launch Game enhancer
• Find and t
Scr
een overview
(Game enhancer icon).
ap
1 Game launcher
2 Add new games manually.
3 Game enhancer settings
To use Game enhancer while playing
1 W
hile playing a game, tap
2 T
ap to congure the desired settings.
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Hint
You can drag and move (Open Game enhancer menu icon) to the desired position on the
een.
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Smart call handling
You can handle incoming calls without touching the screen by turning on the
Smart call handling function. Once activated, you can handle calls in the following
way:
• Answer: bring the device to your ear.
• Reject: shake the device.
• Ringer o: place the device face down.
To enable or disable Smart call handling
1 Find and tap
ap
2 T
(More icon) > Se
3 Dual SIM users, tap Calling accounts, and select a SIM card. Single SIM users, tap
Calls.
4 Tap Smart call handling.
5 Tap the switch underneath to enable or disable the function.
(Phone icon).
ttings.
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Getting started
About this User guide
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his is the Xperia 1 User guide for the Android 9 software version. If you’re not sure
which software version your device is running, you can check it in the Settings
menu.
Note
System and application updates can present the features in your device in another way than
describe
more information about software updates, see
To check the current software version and model number of your device
• Find and tap Settings > System > About phone. The current software version is
displayed under Build number. The current model number is displayed under
Model.
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 specic 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.
d in this User guide. The Android version might not be aected in an update. For
Updating your device
on page 39.
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Overview
1 Charging/Notication light
2 Second microphone
3 Proximity/Light sensor
4 Front camera
5 Ear speaker/Second loudspeaker
6 Nano SIM/Memory card slot
7 Volume/Zoom key
8 Fingerprint sensor
9 Power key
10 Camera key
11 Main loudspeaker
12 USB port/Charger/Audio adapter
ou can view the screen of your device on a TV or other large display device using a USB Type-C
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cable.
Note
The USB Type-C cable must be compatible with the display port standard. Some
functions may no
t be available when you connect your device to other display
devices.
13 Main microphone
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14 Sub cellular antenna area
15 NFC detection area
16 Flash LED
17 RGBC IR sensor
18 Dual camera
19 3rd camera
20 4th cellular antenna/Wi-Fi/Bluetooth®/GPS antenna area
21 3rd cellular antenna area
22 Main cellular antenna area
Assembly - Single SIM
our device only supports nano SIM cards. Single SIM devices allow you to use one
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SIM card and a memory card.
The SIM and memory cards go in dierent parts of the nano SIM and memory card
tray. Make sure you don’t confuse the two.
For information on how to check if your device is Single SIM or Dual SIM, see
Finding the IMEI number(s) of your device
Note
To prevent data loss, make sure you turn o your devic
before you drag out the holder to remove the nano SIM card or memory card from the
device.
on page 21.
e or unmount the memory card
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To insert a nano SIM card and a memory card
Note
Do not cut your SIM card, as this may damage your device.
1 Dr
ag out the SIM card tray.
2 Place the SIM card securely in the SIM card tray.
3 Place the memory card securely in the memory card tray.
4 Gently push the SIM card tray back into the slot until it ts into place.
Assembly - Dual SIM
Your device only supports nano SIM cards. Dual SIM devices support the use of
either two nano SIM cards or a nano SIM card and a memory card.
Dual SIM devices are not available in all markets or from all operators.
For information on how to check if your device is Single SIM or Dual SIM, see
Finding the IMEI number(s) of your device
on page 21.
Note
To prevent data loss, make sure you turn o your devic
before you drag out the holder to remove the nano SIM card (or cards) or memory card from
the device.
e or unmount the memory card
To insert either two nano SIM cards or a nano SIM card and a memory card
Note
Do not cut your SIM card, as this may damage your device.
ag out the SIM card tray.
1 Dr
2 Place the main SIM card securely in position for SIM1.
3 Place either the second SIM card (SIM2) or the memory card securely in the tray, in
the correct orientation.
4 Gently push the SIM card tray back into the slot until it ts into place.
Using a Dual SIM device
If you are using a Dual SIM device, it works with either one or two SIM cards
inserted. You can get incoming communication to both SIM cards and select which
number to place outgoing communication from. Before using multiple SIM cards,
you need to enable them and select a SIM card which will handle data trac.
You can forward calls that come in on SIM 1 to SIM 2 when SIM 1 is unreachable,
and vice versa. This function is called Dual SIM reachability. You must enable it
manually. See
Forwarding calls
on page 59.
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To enable or disable the use of two SIM cards
1 Find and t
ap Settings > Network & internet > Advanced > Dual SIM.
2 Tap the SIM 1 and SIM 2 switches to enable or disable the SIM cards.
To rename a SIM card
1 Find and tap Settings > Network & internet > Advanced > Dual SIM.
2 Select a SIM card and enter a new name for it.
3 Tap OK.
To select which SIM card handles data trac
1 Find and tap Settings > Network & internet > Advanced > Dual SIM > Cellular
data.
2 Select the SIM card you want to use for data trac.
Screen protection
Note
Before using your device, remove all protection lms t
Screen covers and protectors may help you protect your device against damage.
We recommend you use only those screen covers intended for your Xperia device.
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.
o enable full functionality.
Starting your device for the rst time
It is recommended that you charge the battery for at least 30 minutes before
starting up your device for the rst time. You can still use your device while it is
charging. For more information on charging, see
The rst time you start your device, a setup guide helps you to congure basic
settings, personalize your device, and sign in to your accounts, for example a
Google account.
To turn on your device
1 Long press the power key until your device vibrates.
2 Enter your SIM card PIN when requested, then tap
3 W
ait a moment for your device to start.
Hint
Your SIM card PIN is initially supplied by your network operator, but you can change it later
om the Settings menu. To correct a mistake made while entering your SIM card PIN, tap
fr
(Backspace icon).
o turn o the device
T
1 Long press the power key until the options menu opens.
2 Tap Power o.
Note
It may take a while for the device to shut down.
Charging your device
(Done icon).
on page 35.
hy do I need a Google account?
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Your 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 Google Play application. To
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get the most out of these services, you need a Google account. For example, a
G
oogle account enables you to do the following:
• Download and install applications on Google Play.
• Synchronize your email, contacts, and calendar using Gmail.
• You can back up, restore and transfer your data from an old device to your new
device.
• Chat with friends using the Google Duo application.
• Synchronize your browsing history and bookmarks using the Chrome web browser.
• Identify yourself as the authorized user after a software repair using Xperia
Companion.
• Remotely nd, lock, or clear a lost or stolen device using the Find my device
services.
For more information, go to
To set up a Google account on your device
1 Find and tap Settings > Accounts > Add account > Google.
2 Follow the on-screen instructions to create a Google account, or sign in if you
already have an account.
http://support.google.com/
.
Transferring content from your old device
There are several ways to transfer your data from an old device to your new device.
• Synchronize data using Google account
• Copy and transfer data using a computer
• Copy and transfer data using an SD card
Synchronizing data using a Google account
You can transfer data by synchronizing with a Google account. First, back up your
data to the Google server from your old phone using your Google account. Then,
set the same Google account on your new device. Depending on which contents to
backup and synchronize, there are several ways.
• Gmail, Calendar, Contacts: Log in with the same Google account that you were
using on your old device. Then, your Gmail, Calendar, and Contacts will be
automatically synchronized with your Google account.
• Image (photo), video: Back up your data from the old device to the Google server
using Google Photos. Then, synchronize with your Google account on the new
device.
• Applications, setting, call history: Back up automatically using Google Drive on
your old device. Then, synchronize with your Google account on your new device.
• Music and other document les: Manually back up your media les from the old
device using Google Drive. Then, synchronize with your Google account on the
new device.
For more information, see
page 44.
Backing up and synchronizing with a Google account
Transferring data using a computer
If you are storing large volumes of data on your device, you can transfer your data
using a computer. For more information, see
using a computer
on page 45.
Backing up and transferring data
on
Transferring data using an SD card
You can transfer media les and contacts using an SD card. For more information,
see
Backing up and transferring data using a memory card
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on page 45.
Device security
Making sur
Your device includes security options, strongly recommended in case of loss or
theft.
Note
When using a security option to protect your device, it is crucial to remember the details
pr
ovided at set up.
e your device is protected
Screen lock
Set a secure screen lock on your device using a PIN, password, pattern, or
ngerprint to prevent others from using your device without permission. Once the
screen lock is set, it is not possible to unlock the screen or erase the content via a
Erase all data (factory reset) without providing the screen lock information.
Find my device
Use the Find my device service to remotely locate, lock, unlock, or erase the
content on a lost device.
SIM card lock
Lock your SIM cards with a PIN to protect your subscription against misuse. The PIN
is required every time you restart your device.
IMEI number
Keep a copy of the IMEI number. If your device is stolen, some network providers
can use this number to stop the device from accessing the network in your country
or region.
Backup
Back up the content on your device in case your device is damaged, lost or stolen.
• To back up with a Google account, see
Google account
• To back up using a computer, see
computer
• To back up using a memory card, see
on page 45.
memory card
on page 44.
on page 45.
Backing up and synchronizing with a
Backing up and transferring data using a
Backing up and transferring data using a
Screen lock
When the screen is locked you have to unlock it with a swipe gesture or with your
personal pattern, PIN, password or ngerprint. Initially, the unprotected screen
swipe is set, but it is recommended to use a more secure screen lock to protect
your device.
The security level of each lock type is listed below in order of weakest to strongest:
• Swipe: no protection, but you have quick access to the Home screen.
• Pattern: draw a simple pattern with your nger to unlock your device.
• PIN: enter a numeric PIN of at least four digits to unlock your device.
• Password: enter an alpha-numeric password to unlock your device.
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• Fingerprint: plac
Hint
The Smart Lock feature lets you set your device to unlock automatically in certain situations,
such as when c
information, go to
e your registered nger on the sensor to unlock your device.
onnected to a Bluetooth device or carrying your device with you. For more
http://www.support.google.com/
.
To create or change a screen lock
Note
It is very important that you remember your screen lock when using a pattern, PIN or
sword. If you forget this information, it may not be possible to restore important data
pas
such as contacts and messages.
1 Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Screen lock.
2 If requested, conrm your current screen lock.
3 Choose an option and follow the on-screen instructions.
4 When you are nished, press the power key to lock the screen.
Hint
If you use a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync (EAS) account, the EAS security settings may
limit the lock screen type to only a PIN or password. Contact your network administrator to
check the implemented network security policies.
Fingerprint Manager
Register your ngerprint to use it as an additional security method for unlocking
your device or authenticating purchases. You can register up to 5 ngerprints on
your device.
The pattern, PIN, or password screen lock serves as a backup unlock method when
a ngerprint is used as a screen lock. Before registering your ngerprint, make sure
the sensor is clean and without any visible moisture.
To register a ngerprint
1 Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Fingerprint Manager.
2 Tap Next and follow the on-screen instructions to complete ngerprint registration.
3 You can add, delete, or rename a ngerprint. Edit the options as desired.
SIM card protection
You can lock and unlock each SIM card that you use in your device with a PIN.
When a SIM card is locked, the subscription linked to the card is protected against
misuse, meaning that you have to enter a PIN every time you start your device.
If you enter the PIN incorrectly too many times, your SIM card will get blocked. You
then need to enter your PUK (Personal Unblocking Key) and a new PIN. Your PIN
and PUK are supplied by your network operator.
To set up a SIM card lock
1 Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Advanced > SIM card lock.
2 Dual SIM users, select a SIM card.
3 Tap the Lock SIM card switch to enable.
4 Enter the SIM card PIN and tap OK. The SIM card lock is now active and you will be
prompted to enter your PIN every time you restart your device.
To change the SIM card PIN
1 Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Advanced > SIM card lock.
2 Dual SIM users, select a SIM card.
3 Tap Change SIM PIN.
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4 Ent
er the old SIM card PIN and tap OK.
5 Enter the new SIM card PIN and tap OK.
6 Re-type the new SIM card PIN and tap OK.
To unlock a blocked SIM card using the PUK code
1 Enter the PUK code and tap
2 Ent
3 Re-ent
er a new PIN code and tap
er the new PIN code and tap
No
te
If you enter an incorrect PUK code too many times, you need to contact your network
oper
ator to get a new SIM card.
(Done icon).
(Done icon).
(Done icon).
Finding the IMEI number(s) of your device
Your device has one or two unique identication numbers that are referred to as
IMEI or Product ID. You should keep a copy of this. You may require it if your device
is stolen or when contacting support.
To view your IMEI number(s) using the dialpad
1 Find and tap
2 T
3 Ent
(Dialpad icon).
ap
er *#06# into the dialpad. The IMEI number(s) are displayed automatically.
(Phone icon).
To view your IMEI number(s) on the label strip
1 Dr
ag out the SIM card tray.
2 Drag the strip outwards using your ngernail. The strip displays the IMEI
number(s).
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Finding, locking or erasing a lost device
G
oogle oers a location and security web service called Find my device. After you
have signed in to a Google account, Find my device is turned on by default. If you
lose your device, you can use Find my device to:
• Find and show where your device is located on a map.
• Lock your device and present a message on the lock screen.
• Unlock your device and reset it by erasing its content.
• Activate the ringer, even if the sound is turned o.
Your device must be turned on, have an internet connection, and have the location
service activated. The Find my device service may not be available in all countries
or regions.
For more information, go to
To verify that your device can be found
• Go to
https://www.google.com/android/nd
account.
https://support.google.com/
and sign in using your Google
.
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Learning the basics
Using the t
ouchscreen
Tapping
• Open or sele
• Mark or unmark a checkbox or option.
• Enter text using the on-screen keyboard.
ct an item.
Touching and holding
• Move an it
• Activate selection mode, for example, to select several items from a list.
em.
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Pinching in and out
• Pinch in and out on web pages, pho
or shooting videos.
Swiping and scrolling
tos and maps, and when you’re taking photos
oll up and down, or left and right.
• Scr
• Swipe left or right, for example, between Home screen panes.
Turning the screen on or o
When your device is on and left idle for a set period of time, the screen dims and
turns o to save battery power. You can change how long your screen stays active
before it turns o.
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When your screen is turned o
on your screen lock setting. See
, your device can be locked or unlocked, depending
Screen lock
on page 19.
If your device comes with the Ambient display feature, you can enable viewing of
information such as the time and notications without pressing the power key.
To turn the screen on or o
• Briey press the power key.
Hint
If the ambient display is set to Smart activation or Show when device is lifted, the screen is
turne
d on automatically when you pick up your device. See
page 9.
Ambient display settings
To adjust the idle time before the screen turns o
1 Find and tap Settings > Display > Sleep.
2 Select an option.
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 o according to your
sleep setting.
To enable or disable the Smart backlight control function
1 Find and tap Settings > Display > Advanced > Smart backlight control.
2 Tap the switch to enable or disable the function.
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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. The number of Home screen panes is represented
by a bar in the lower part of the Home screen. The position of the bar shows the
pane that is currently displayed.
Note
If your device has an OLED display, avoid displaying very bright or static images for a long
period of time
. This may cause an afterimage or coloring to remain on the screen.
To go to the Home screen
• Tap
o adjust the Home screen settings
T
(Home button).
1 Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates. Icons
for the Home screen settings appear.
2 Tap to edit the settings as desired.
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. You can open or search for applications from the Application screen.
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To view all applications on the Application screen
wipe the Home screen upwards and then scroll up or down the Application screen
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to view all applications.
To add an application shortcut to the Home screen
1 On the Application screen, touch and hold an application icon until the device
vibrates, then drag the icon. The Home screen opens.
2 Drag the icon to the desired location on the Home screen, then release it.
To move an application on the Application screen
1 When the Application screen is open, tap
ap Rearrange.
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3 Touch and hold the application until the device vibrates, then drag it to the new
location.
4 When you are nished, tap
(More icon) > Exit.
(More icon).
Naviga
You can navigate between applications using the navigation buttons and the
recently used applications window. The navigation buttons are the back button
and the home button. You can also pop open two applications on the screen at
once using the split-screen mode, if the application supports multi-window
function.
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Navigating applications overview
1 Clear all – Close all the recently used applications
2 Recently used applications window – Open a recently used application
3 Home button – Exit an application and go back to the Home screen
4 Back button – Go back to the previous screen within an application or close the application
To open the recently used applications window
• S
wipe up on
(Home button).
To close all the recently used applications
1 Swipe up on (Home button).
2 Swipe the window all the way to the right, then tap Clear all.
To open a menu in an application
• While using an application, tap (More icon) or (Menu icon).
Note
A menu is not available in all applications.
Split
-screen mode
Split-screen mode enables you to view two applications at once, for example, if
you want to view your email inbox and a web browser at the same time.
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Split-screen overview
1 Application 1
2 Split-screen border – Drag to resize windows
3 Application 2
4 Home button – Go back to the Home screen
5 Back button – Go back to the previous screen
Note
Not all applications support split-screen mode.
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o open applications in the split-screen mode
1 Touch and hold the rst application icon, and then tap
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ap the second desired application.
(Split-screen button).
To open applications in the split-screen mode using the Multi-window menu
1 Slide your nger up along the side of the device to open the Multi-window menu.
2 Follow the on-screen instructions to use applications in the split-screen mode.
Hint
You can also open the Multi-window menu by tapping (Multi-window menu icon) on your
Home scr
een.
To open running applications in the split-screen mode
1 Make sure that the two applications that you want to use in the split-screen mode
are open and running in the background.
2 Swipe up on
3 S
wipe left or right to nd the application that you would like to use in the split-
(Home button) to open the recently used applications window.
screen mode.
4 Tap the application icon at the top of the applications window, and then tap Split
screen.
5 Select the second desired application.
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To resize the split-screen windows
• Dr
ag the split-screen border in the center.
To exit the split-screen mode
• Drag the split-screen border to the top or bottom of the screen.
One-handed mode
Enable One-handed mode to adjust the display size so you can type with one hand
more easily.
To enable or disable One-handed mode
1 Find and tap Settings > Display > Advanced > One-handed mode.
2 Tap the One-handed mode switch to enable or disable the function.
3 To shrink the screen, double-tap
4 To exit One-handed mode, double-tap (Home button) again or tap an empty
area on the screen.
To adjust the position of the screen
1 To move the screen to the left side or to the right side, tap (Left arrow icon) or
(Right arrow icon) accordingly.
2 To move the screen upwards or downwards, drag the horizontal stripes at the edge
of the resized screen.
3 To resize the screen, drag (Resize screen icon) at the edge of the resized screen.
(Home button).
Hint
To return to full screen mode, double-tap (Home button) again or tap an empty area on
the scr
een.
Widgets
Widgets are small applications that you can use directly on your Home screen.
They also function as shortcuts.
To add a widget to the Home screen
1 Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates, then
tap Widgets.
2 Touch and hold the widget that you want to add, and then drag it to the desired
location.
To resize a widget
1 Touch and hold a widget until the device vibrates, then release it.
2 Drag the dots to shrink or expand the widget.
3 To conrm the new size, tap anywhere on the Home screen.
To move or remove a widget
• Touch and hold the widget until the device vibrates, and then drag it to a new
location or to Remove.
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 using a shortcut
2 Access a folder containing applications
To move or remove an item on the Home screen
ouch and hold the item until the device vibrates, and then drag the item to a new
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location or to Remove.
To create a folder on the Home screen
• Touch and hold an application icon or a shortcut until the device vibrates, then
drag and drop it on top of another application icon or shortcut.
To rename a folder on the Home screen
1 Tap the folder to open it.
2 Tap the folder’s title bar to show a text entry eld.
3 Enter the new folder name.
Background
Your device comes with a default background, but you can adapt the Home screen
and Lock screen to your own style using wallpapers featuring dierent colors and
patterns.
A wallpaper may be used without changing any of the other elements of your
Home screen and Lock screen. Live wallpapers add visual eects to your
interactions with the touchscreen, letting the display change dynamically.
To change your wallpaper
1 Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates.
2 Tap Wallpapers.
3 Select a wallpaper and tap Set wallpaper.
4 Select an option if prompted.
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