Sony PM0904 User Manual

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About the User Guide

Thank you for purchasing this product.

Before Using This Product

Descriptions in the User Guide

Screenshots & Key Labels

Other Notations

Before Using This Product

Read "Safety Precautions" and this guide thoroughly beforehand for proper usage. Accessible services may be limited by subscription contract conditions.

Descriptions in the User Guide

In the User Guide, most operation descriptions are based on handset at time of purchase. Unless noted otherwise, descriptions are for Home Screen. Some operation descriptions may be simplified.

Screenshots & Key Labels

Screenshots in the User Guide may differ in appearance with actual Display. Key labels in the User Guide are simplified for description purposes and differ with actual Display.

Other Notations

In the User Guide, the product is referred to as "handset." microSDTM/microSDHCTM/microSDXCTMCard is referred to as "SD Card."

Accessing Instructions on Handset

Use Guide application to learn touch operations or making settings.

Launching Guide

Showing Status Bar Indicator

Launching Guide from Notifications Window

Using Guide

Launching Guide

In Home Screen, (SoftBank) (Guide)

Smartphone Guide top window opens.

 If using Smartphone Guide for the first time, Usage notes and Auto Update confirmation appear.

Follow onscreen instructions.

Setting Auto Update

In Smartphone Guide top window, Auto Update on/off BACK

Showing Status Bar Indicator

Set to show the indicator on Notifications Window to launch Smartphone Guide.

In Home Screen, (SoftBank) (Guide)

Smartphone Guide top window opens.

 If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.

Indicator

on BACK

Setting is complete.

Launching Guide from Notifications Window

Show Smartphone Guide indicator on Status Bar to check functions quickly from Notifications Window.

Drag Status Bar down to open Notifications Window

Notifications Window opens.

Guide

Smartphone Guide top window opens.

Using Guide

Item Description

Enter Keyword Search for Smartphone Guide. Open Guide Check operations for usage purpose. Voice

search is also available.

FAQ Check FAQ. Or access FAQ mobile web page.

Parts & Functions

Handset

Keys

Handset

Part Description

Second Mic Reduces noise for

calling.

Headphone Port Connect commercially

available headphones. This port supports tetrapolar headset that conform to the CTIA standard.

Earpiece/Speaker Hear the other party's

voice here.

Notification Lamp Flashes for incomi ng

transmissions. Lights while charging.

Front Camera Capture yourself. Proximity Sensor Detects surrounding

brightness to automatically adjust Display or backlight and prevent Touchscreen misoperation during a call.

Display Handset uses a

touchscreen-type Display. Operate with your fingers on Display.

Mic/Speaker Speak here.

Item Description

Camera Capture still images

and videos.

Flash/Photo Light Use as camera flash in

a dark place.

Wi-Fi/Bluetooth

Antenna Area

Internal Antenna for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth feature.

NFC Mark Hold mark up to

reader/writer to use NFC/Osaifu-Keitai feature.

Internal Antenna/GPS Antenna Area

Internal Antenna for calls, data communication and GPS.

Wi-Fi Antenna Area

Internal Antenna for Wi-Fi.

Nameplate CE mark, FCC ID,

IMEI information printed sticker is attached. Do not remove nameplate.

Internal Antenna Area

Internal Antenna for call and data communication.

SIM Card/SD Card Slot

Insert SIM Card/SD Card.

External Device Port

Connect commercially available Micro USB Cable etc.

Strap Hole Attach strap.

Keys

Part Description

CE mark and FCC ID

Power Key/Screen Lock Key ( )

Volume/Zoo m Up/Down Key

Camera Key ( )

Long Press for power on/off. Press for sleep mode on/off.

Adjust Volume. Adjust Zoom while using Camera.

Use as Camera shutter. Long Press to launch Camera.

Open the slot cover, and insert a f ingernail into the hook at the edge of the label tray, then pull it out straight.

SIM Card

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SIM Card is an IC card containing phone number and other customer information.

Handling SIM Card

Inserting SIM Card

Removing SIM Card

Unlocking SIM Card

Handling SIM Card

 Customer is responsible for any damage caused by inserting SIM Card in an IC card reader, etc.

of another brand.

 SoftBank Corp. is not responsible in such case.  Always keep the IC chip clean.  Avoid applying labels. May damage SIM Card.  See instructions included with SIM Card for handling.  SIM Card is the property of SoftBank Corp.  SIM is replaceable (at cost) in case of loss/damage.  Return SIM Card to SoftBank Corp. when canceling subscription.  Returned SIM Cards are recycled for environmental purposes.  Note that SIM Card specifications and performance may change without notice.  It is recommended that you keep a separate copy of information that is stored on SIM Card.

SoftBank Corp. is not responsible for damages from stored information that is lost.

 Always follow emergency procedures to suspend service if your SIM Card or handset (SIM Card

inserted) is lost/stolen. For details, contact Customer Service.

IC chip

Inserting SIM Card

Always unmount SD Card beforehand. For details, see "Unmounting SD Card."

Open Slot Cover using groove

Draw Tray out using the tab

Set SIM Card intoTray with IC chip facing up

 Check SIM Card orientation by notch.

Insert Tray with SIM Card into handset

 Pay attention to Tray orientation.

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Removing SIM Card

Always unmount SD Card beforehand. For details, see "Unmounting SD Card."

Open Slot Cover using groove

Draw Tray out using the tab

Remove SIM Card from Tr ay

Insert Tray into handset

 Pay attention to Tray orientation.

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Unlocking SIM Card

Handset can be SIM-unlocked to accommodate other-carrier SIM cards.

 Some services or functions may be restricted when using another mobile's SIM Card. SoftBank

Corp. does not guarantee any operation of those services and functions.

 For details on SIM unlocking, see the SoftBank Web page.

Internal Memory and SD Card

Save data to handset memory or SD Card. Handset supports SD Cards up to 128 GB. Some SD Cards may not operate properly.

Inserting SD Card

Unmounting SD Card

Removing SD Card

Formatting SD Card

SD Card Cautions

Data

Information stored on SD Card ca n b eco me lost or changed accidentally or as a result o f dam ag e. I t is recommended that you keep a separate copy of important data. SoftBank Corp. is not responsible for damages from data that is lost or changed.

Reading/Writing Data

Never power off while reading or writing data.

Battery Level

A low battery charge may prevent reading/writing to SD Card.

Handling SD Card

Use/store SD Cards away from the reach of infants. May cause choking if swallowed.

Inserting SD Card

Open Slot Cover using groove

Draw Tray out using the tab

Set SD Card into Tray with metal terminals facing up

Insert Tray with SD Card into handset

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Unmounting SD Card

Always unmount SD Card before removing.

In Home Screen, (Settings)

Storage

Unmount SD card OK

Item name changes from Unmount SD card to Mount SD card. SD Card is unmounted.

Removing SD Card

Always unmount SD Card beforehand.

Open Slot Cover using groove

Draw Tray out using the tab

Remove SD Card from Tray

Insert Tray into handset

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Formatting SD Card

When using a new SD Card for the first time, always format it on handset.

 Formatting erases all data on SD Card. Carefully check any SD Card that was used on another

device before formatting.

 Charge Battery while formatting, or format with adequate battery charge.

In Home Screen, (Settings)

Storage

Erase SD card

ERASE SD CARD

ERASE EVERYTHING

All data on SD Card is erased.

Charging Battery

Charging with AC Charger

AC Charger is an optional accessory. Use specified AC Charger (SoftBank SELECTION Quick Charge 2.0) (SB-AC12-HDQC) or AC Charger (Micro USB 1.8A) (ZTDAD1). For other devices, see the SoftBank Web page. Operation using AC Charger (Micro USB 1.8A) (ZTDAD1) is explained here.

 See instructions included with AC Charger.

Insert Micro USB connector of AC Charger straight into External Device Port

 Pay attention to connector orientation. Forcible connection may cause damage.

Raise power plug of AC Charger to plug into power outlet

Notification Lamp on handset lights up when charging starts.

When charging is complete, unplug AC Charger and remove straight from handset

Power On/Off

Powering On

Powering Off

Powering On

(Long Press)

Lock screen appears.

 See “Unlocking Screen” to unlock the screen.  Startup wizard appear s the firs t tim e ha ndse t is powered on. See "Making Initial Setting s" to make

settings.

Powering Off

(Long Press)

Power off

Handset powers off.

Using Touchscreen

Handset uses a touchscreen-type Display. Operate with your fingers on Display.

Tap

Touch & Hold

Drag

Swipe/Flick

Pinch/Spread

Tap

Contact Display lightly and briefly.

Touch & Hold

Touch screen lightly and hold it for a while. When the screen changes, release finger.

Drag

Touch icon or other item lightly, move it where desired, and release finger.

Swipe/Flick

Contact Display lightly, then brush screen up/down or left/right.

Pinch/Spread

Contact Display lightly, then close/widen fingers.

Initial Settings

Startup wizard appears the first time handset is powered on. Set a GoogleTMaccount and Wi-Fi. Follow onscreen instructions.

Making Initial Settings

Some steps are different in use environment. Follow onscreen instructions.

English (United States) DONE

Set Wi-Fi network

GET STARTED Set Google account

 For details on Google account, see "Using a Google Account."  To cancel Google account setting, Tap GET STARTED .

Set world of Sony (Connect Sony Entertainment Network)

Set online service account or auto sync

FINISH

Initial settings are made.

Basic Operation

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Home Screen & Ap pl ic ati ons List Navigation Bar Selecting Options and Navigating Screens Menu Operations Handset Settings and Making Settings Portrait Orientation & Landscape Orientation Capturing Screenshots

Home Screen & Applications List

Most handset operations start in Home Screen (appears at power on) or in Applications List.

Navigation Bar

Key icons are shown in Navigation Bar at the bottom of window. Tap Key icon to operate.

Item Description

(Back) Go back to previous screen. When keyboard is

displayed, this changes to . Tap it to close keyboard.

(Home) Go to Home Screen. (History) Open recently-used applications list to launch or

delete the applications from the list. Or use or set small apps.

(Keyboard) Change keyboard.

Selecting Options and Navigating Screens

Tap items, icons, onscreen keys, etc. to open assigned items.

 Tap to go back to previous screen.

Menu Operations

Tap for available settings and items.

Screens may also have settings and items that are available by Touching & Holding Display.

Handset Settings and Making Settings

In Home Screen, Tap then Tap (Settings) to customize the operation of handset functions.

Portrait Orientation & Landscape Orientation

The screen changes to portrait orientation when handset is rotated sideways.

 Depending on the current screen, the orientation may not change.

Capturing Screenshots

Long Press and Volume Down Key at the same time to capture a screenshot of the current screen.

 Alternatively, Long Press then T ap Take screenshot on the screen.  View captured screenshots in Screenshots folder in Album, etc.

Capturing Screen Video

Capture shown screen as a video.

(Long Press) Record screen To stop capturing, Tap the recording time

button

 If terms of agreement appears, confirm the content and Tap AGREE.  To close the control panel, Tap .

Applications

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Launching Applicati ons Applications List

Launching Applications

In Home Screen,

Applications list opens.

Tap the application

Application is activated.

Applications List

Applications pre-installed by default are as follows.

 In Applications list, some applications are contained in "䝒䞊䝹," "Sony Service," "SoftBank" and "

Ᏻᚰ䞉Ᏻ඲" folders.

Icon Function/Service

(App Pass) All-you-can-download service application for top-rated and standard paid

applications in tool, entertainment, music, fortune-telling, game, lifestyle, or business categories. Receive perks such as free tickets for purchasing additional items every month.

(Chrome) Access Internet via Google Chrome. (Email) Send and receive emails. Multiple accounts can be set. (Facebook) Launch Facebook client application. (File Commander) Search for still images, videos, music, or downloaded files. (FM radio) Use FM radio. (Gmail) Send or receive mails for Google accounts. (Google) Search on handset or web pages by keywords. (Google+) Launch "Google+" social networking client application provided by

Google.

(Google Settings) Make settings for Google applications.

(Internet SagiWall) Protect handset from "one-click fraud" and other malicious web pages.

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Alert window appears if dangerous web page is detected.

(Lifelog) Record user's daily activities such as number of steps, used calories,

shooting, and music listening with handset.

(mora) Purchase music and music videos from Sony's high sound quality

download web store.

(Movie Creator) Automatically create and edit photo movies from capture photos and

videos.

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(OfficeSuite) View and edit Word, Excel, and other files. (PlayStation) Connect to PlayStation and operate or enter text with PlayStation. (Play Games) Download games from Google Play. (Play Store) Download or purchase a variety of applications from Google Play. (Play Books) Download books from Google Play. (Play Movies & TV) Rent Google Play movies. (PSN) Use PlayStation™ Network services. (Smart Connect™) Set operations for connecting external device or activating/ending

(TrackID™) Recognize music played and search the title and artist name. (TrackID™ TV) Check information for currently showing TV program. (TV SideView) Use handset as remote controller for Sony TV. (Twitter) Twitter official client application for publishing short messages on

) Guide application providing useful informatio n from So ftBank.

Check your charges, convenient handset features, and recommended products/contents.

applications.

websites to share with others.

(UULA) All-you-can-view general entertainment application offering more than

100,000 contents in various categories such as popular movies, dramas, animes, music videos, live performances, and karaoke; Original UULA contents are also available.

(What's New) Check latest information for music, movies, or update information for

applications.

(Wi-Fi Spot

Settings)

(Xperia™ Lounge

Japan)

(Yahoo!) Activate Yahoo! JAPA N for sm ar tph ones . Various search men us suc h as "

Enable login to SoftBank Wi-Fi Spot automatically in SoftBank Wi-Fi Spot area. Subscription to SoftBank Wi-Fi Spot service is needed. Access web pages for Sony Mobile Communications products and campaigns.

䝸䜰䝹䝍䜲䝮᳨⣴" (real time search) for catching "tweets." Also, check news, weather, disaster, or other information.

(YouTube) Play videos on YouTube.

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(AnimeHodai) All-you-can-view popular anime programs: old favorites, latest on the air,

and more.

(Alarm & clock) Set and use alarms, world clock, stopwatch and timer. (Album) View still images and videos. (䛒

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(Osaifu-Keitai) Use Osaifu-Keitai®. (Voice Search) Use Google Voice Search. (Audio Recorder) Record voice or music in high sound quality. (Camera) Capture photos or videos. (Calendar) View calendar to manage events. (Urgent News) Receive Earthquake Early Warning or Tsunami warning delivered by the

Link) Let others find your handset location.

) Save handset data for Contacts/Bookmarks/Calendar/S! Mail to the cloud

server or SD Card, or load the server data to your handset. Convenient when changing models.

Requires subscription to optional ఩⨨䝘䝡 service.

Meteorological Agency. If the warning is received w hen y ou are in th e tar get ar ea, h ands et soun ds an alert, vibrates, and a message appears. Disaster/evacuation information can also be received from the national and local governments.

(Menu List) Comprehensive navigation site introducing official sites and applications

that SoftBank Corp. recommends. Easily search various contents such as music, games, videos from special topics updated every day, "䜹䝔䝂䝸," "᪂╔," "䝷䞁䜻䞁䜾," etc.

(Disaster Message

Board)

(Sketch) Create illustration or load photo image and edit it. (Smart Custom) Customizing applicatio n for Android devices that enables download of

(Smart Security) "Smart Security po wered by McAfee®" protects your handset from viruses

Post, view, and delete whereabouts information in the event of a major disaster, such as a "6ᙅ" (roku-jyaku, "6 Lower") or larger earthquake. And saved whereabouts information is automatically sent to specified email address set in advance.

applications, widgets, wallpapers, and ringtones as a package.

or leakage of personal information. Eliminate virus via infected installed application, email attachment files, or SD Card. Also, rate personal information that can be handled by applications.

(

) Free information service providing news and entertainment information.

More than 100 special contents every day available only here such as

important news, sports, entertainment, and gossip.

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(Settings) Make handset settings. (Downloads) View downloaded file list.

(Guide) Check how to use SoftBank smartphone operations.

(Tethering) Application for using 4G compatible smartphone as mobile Wi-Fi router.

(TV) View TV. (

by Sony)

(Calculator) Perform basic and other operations. (Phone) Place calls or make call settings.

Reader

) Protect young people from inappropriate sites or harmful applications for

more secure smartphone use. Use paid options to limit usage time or check usage status/location.

Rearrange files listed in chronological o rd er to in file size order, select, and delete downloaded files.

Also view User Guide for handset, and access FAQ web page.

To use the feature, subscription to Tethering option is needed.

Purchase e-books from Sony eBook store "Reader Store."

(TokuHodai) All-you-can-use premium discount shopping sites of food, leisure, travel,

merchandise exchange tickets, electronic gift code draws, and more than 500,000 coupons/complimentary tickets.

(Drive) View and edit files saved in Google Drive. (News from

Socialife)

(Hangouts) Send and receive messages using photos or pictograms. Voice calls and

(Video) Play back videos downloaded or transferred etc. Play back videos from

(Photos) View photos or videos. Sign in to Google+ to back up photos and videos. (Maps) Use Google map services such as positioning current location or

(Music) Play back music data saved in handset memory or SD Card. (Mail) Use SMS/S! Mail on SoftBank smartphones.

View and manage social networks or news websites altogether.

video calls are also available.

other devices on handset using Wi-Fi featur e .

searching other places or route.

Use "@softbank.ne.jp" or "@x.vodafone.ne.jp" mail address. Sending or receiving of decorated mail or pictograms is available.

(Remote Support) Application for subscribers of 䜿䞊䝍䜲䛺䜣䛷䜒䝃䝫䞊䝖.

Use this application to share your screen and receive support for operations, settings, etc.

(Contacts) Manage contacts.

Operations on Applications List

Adding Icon to Home Screen

In Applications List, Touch & Hold an icon Drag it to Add to Home screen at the top of window Drag the icon anywhere in Home Screen area When Home Screen appears, Drag it to desired position

Deleting Applications

Some application cannot be uninstalled. Flick right from the left edge of Applications list Uninstall T ap an ico n with "×" OK

Rearranging Icons

Flick right from the left edge of Applications list Custom order/Alphabetical/Most used

 With "Custom order" set, Touch & Hold an icon to rearrange to desired position.

Phone Number

Checking Your Phone Number

In Home Screen, (Settings)

About phone

Status

Check phone number.

Silent Mode

Using Silent Mode

Set ringtone, operation sounds, etc. not to sound to avoid disturbing others around you.

 Camera shutter, video start/stop tones, video and music sound even in Silent mode.

Touch & hold Volume Key down

Icon on sound volume adjustment bar turns to and Silent mode (without vibration) is set.

 Press upper or lower side of Volume key Tap to change icon on the sound volume

adjustment bar to and set Silent mode (without vibration).

 Press upper side of Volume key while in Silent mode to cancel.

Airplane Mode

Using Airplane Mode

Disable all functions that emit signals. Handset remains powered on.

Drag Status Bar down with two fingers

Quick Settings opens.

Airplane mode

Handset is in Airplane mode.

 Use same operation again while in Airplane mode to cancel.

Text Entry

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Keyboard Keyboard Layout Entering Alphabet Entering Emoticons/Pictograms Pasting Cut/Copied Text Making Text Entry Settings

Keyboard

Enter text with on- screen QWERTY keyboard by Tapping each character individuall y, or use Gesture input feature and slide finger from character to character to form words.

 Tap to hide keyboard.  Touch & Hold text in text entry window and magnified text appears in small balloon.  Input method is set to International keyboard (Xperia

keyboard) by default. To input Japanese,

change default keyboard to XperiaTMJapanese keyboard. For settings, see "Language & input."

Keyboard Layout

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Enter a character. Switch between lower-case , upper-case , and caps . For some

languages, this key is used to access extra characters in the language.

Toggle w ith numbers and symbols keyboard. For even more symbols, Tap

Show Emoticon/Pictogram list. Show entry candidates. Delete a ch aracter before cursor. Enter line break or confirm text input. Enter a space.

Entering Alphabet

 To enter character visible on keyboard, Tap the character.  To enter character variant, Touch & Hold keyboard character to show option list, then select from

the list.

 To enter a period, Double-Tap the space bar.

Entering Emoticons/Pictograms

In Text Entry window,

Toggle option tab above the keyboard

Scroll down to view more options on each list.

Tap emoticon or pictogram

Emoticon or pictogram is entered.

 Pictograms can be entered consecutively.  To return to QWERTY keyboard, Tap / .

Pasting Cut/Copied Text

Double-Tap text

Text is highlighted by tabs on both sides and editing tool appears.

 To enter all text, Tap .

Drag / to select range

Touch & Hold Text Entry window PASTE

Cut/Copied text is pasted.

 Alternatively, Tap (Paste) to paste text.

Making Text Entry Settings

Tap , then Tap

Option menu appears.

Keyboard settings

Settings menu opens.

Perso n alization guide

Setting guidance window opens.

 Follow onscreen instructions to customize keyboard.

Other Options

Changing Keyboard Skin

In Option menu, Tap Keyboard skins Flick left or right to choose desired skin

SELECT

Keyboard skin is set.

Using One-handed Keyboard

In Option menu, Tap One-handed keyboard

 To move One-handed keyboard to left or right side, Tap or accordingly.  To return to the regular k eyboard, Tap or .

Editing/Deleting Words in User Dictionary

In Option menu, Tap My words Select word to edit/delete Edit word/Delete word

Word in User Dictionary is edited/deleted.

Using a Google Account

Use a Google account and get more convenience with Google services. A Google account is required to use some services or fully use some applications.

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Obtaining a Google Account Logging In with a Google Account

Google Account Cautions

Be careful not to forget your Google account ID or password.

Obtaining a Google Account

In Home Screen, (Settings)

Accounts Add account

Google

Add a Google Account appears.

Or create a new account

Enter First name Last name NEXT

Enter user name (mail address) NEXT

 If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.

Enter password Enter password again (for confirmation) NEXT

Check Recovery phone number NEXT

 Telephone number of your SIM Card is entered automatically.

VERIFY

SMS is sent.

 If a telephone number other than the one on your SIM Card is entered, confirmation screen

appears. Enter notified security code Tap NEXT.

I AGREE

Your Google account is obtained.

Set Google service NEXT

Remind me later NEXT

Google account creation is completed.

 To create a second or subsequent Google account, Sync setting window appears next.

Logging In with a Google Account

If an application is activated that requires a Google account, Add a Google Account appears. Sign in with the obtained Google account to use the application.

Enter mail address on Add a Google Account screen NEXT

Enter password NEXT

Follow onscreen instructions

You are signed in to your Google account.

Google Play

Download a variety of applications (free/paid) from Google Play. Change the setting of downloaded applications to enable manual or automatic updates. Log in to your Google account beforehand.

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Installing Free Applications Purchasing Paid Applications Updating Applications Uninstalling Applications Getting Help with Google Play

Installing Applications

Many different kinds of applications can be installed on handset from Google Play (provided by Google Inc.). SoftBank Corp. is not responsible in any way for user-installed applications (quality, reliability, legality, fitness for a purpose, credibility, accuracy, etc.) or resulting malfunctions (viruses, etc.).

Installing Free Applications

In Home Screen, (Play Store)

Google Play appears.

 If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.

Tap free application INSTALL ACCEPT

Application is downloaded and installed.

Purchasing Paid Applica tions

In Home Screen, (Play Store)

Google Play appears.

 If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.

Tap paid application Tap amount Follow onscreen instructions

Application is downloaded and installed.

Purchased Applications

Payment

Pay only once. Redownloads of uninstalled applications are free of charge.

On Other Android Devices

Install an application on any Android device under the same Google account for free.

Requesting Refunds

Refund is possible wi thin a limited ti me. By requesting a refund, the applicatio n is delet ed and the charge is cancelled. A refund request is valid only once per one application. Flick right from the left end of Google Play window My apps Tap application

REFUND

Purchasing Applications

Purchase applications at your own risk. SoftBank Corp. is not responsible for any disadvantage resulting for user or third parties.

Updating Applications

In Home Screen, (Play Store)

Google Play appears.

 If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.

Flick right from the left end of Google Play window My apps Tap application to update UPDATE ACCEPT

Application is downloaded and installed.

 If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.

Application Updates

Setting Automatic Updates Application

Flick right from the left end of Google Play window Settings Auto-update apps Set update method

Setting Automatic Updates Application

Flick right from the left end of Google Play window My apps Tap application

Auto-update ( )

 Automatic updates are unavailable for some applications.

Uninstalling Applications

Applications installed from Google Play can also be uninstalled.

In Home Screen, (Play Store)

Google Play appears.

 If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.

Flick right from the left end of Google Play window My apps Tap application to uninstall UNINSTALL OK

Application is activated.

Getting Help with Google Play

Flick right from the left end of Google Play window Help & Feedback

The Web browser will take you to the Google Play Help Web page.

Follow onscreen instructions

A description for each item appears.

Security Codes

An Operation Access Code or Center Access Code (Call Barring Password) is required for using handset. Operation Access Code: Security code to use each function. At time of purchase, no code is set. Center Access Code (Call Barring Password): Four-digit security code at time of subscription. It is required when using option services from a landline phone or subscribing to fee-based Web information.

 Be careful not to forget CenterAccess Code (Call Barring Password). If you forget your code, you

will require assistance. For details, contact Customer Service.

 Be careful to keep Operation Access Code and CenterAccess Code (Call Barring Password)

secret. SoftBank Corp. is not responsible for damages resulting from misuse by other parties.

Resetting Operation Access Code

In Operation Access Code input screen, PASSWORD RESET OK

 Follow onscreen instructions.  My SoftBank recognition is required to reset Operation Access Code. My SoftBank

recognition can be set with My SoftBank䝥䝷䝇.

SIM PIN

PIN is the security code for your SIM Card. It prevents third parties from unauthorized use of handset. At time of purchase, "9999" is set.

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Enabling SIM PIN Changing SIM PIN

Enabling SIM PIN

Enable SIM PIN to show PIN entry window when handset power is on with SIM Card inserted.

In Home Screen, (Settings) Security

Set up SIM card lock Lock SIM card Enter PIN OK

PIN is enabled.

PIN Cautions

Entering incorrect PIN three times locks PIN. To release locked PIN, enter PUK (Personal Unblocking Key). For details on PIN, contact Customer Service. Entering incorrect PUK ten times consecutively locks SIM Card to disable handset operations. In that case, reissue of SIM Card at a SoftBank Shop (paid service) is needed.

Changing SIM PIN

Operation can be performed only when PIN is enabled.

In Home Screen, (Settings) Security

Set up SIM card lock Change SIM PIN Enter PIN OK Enter new PIN OK

Enter new PIN again (for confirmation) OK

PIN is changed.

Locking Screen

Display is locked after a set period of inactivity. Alternatively, Press for manual screen lock. This saves battery power and prevents accidental Touchscreen operation.

Unlocking Screen

In sleep mode (Screen lock active),

Lock screen appears.

Flick screen upwards

Screen is unlocked.

 The method for unlocking the screen can be changed. See “Security” for the unlock method.

Updating Software

Check whether updates are required via the Internet, and update as required.

Updating Software

Before Updating Software

Saved data may be los t d ependi ng on con diti on of ha nds et ( malfunc ti oning, da maged, w ater see page , etc.). It is recommended that you back up important data before updating software. SoftBank Corp. is not responsible for damages from loss of data. Software Update makes a part of settings to the default.

Software Update Cautions

During Update

Handset cannot be used until software is updated. It may take time to update software.

Signal during Update

Operate handset where signal reception is good and without changing location. Also operate with adequate battery charge. Signal becoming weak or Battery becoming low during an update may cause an update failure. An update failure may disable handset.

If Using Other Functions

Other functions cannot be operated during a software update.

Updating Software

Automatic update is set by default. To update software manually, operate as follows.

In Home Screen, (Settings)

About phone

System Update Software Update Software Update Follow onscreen instructions

Software update starts.

Connecting to PC to Update Software

To update software connecting to a PC, install software for "Software Update" on the PC beforehand. For installation of the software, see the following web page.

http://www.sonymobile.co.jp/support/

Operations for Software Update Configuration

Setting whether to update Software Automatically

On Software Update window, Automatic Update Settings NOT AUTOMATICALL Y

UPDATE/AUTOMATICALLY UPDATE OK

Setting Scheduled Update

On Software Update window, Update Schedule Settings Set a time OK OK

Home Screen Basics

Home Screen appears at power on; most handset operations start here. Customize Home Screen with application shortcuts, widgets, and folders.

Home Screen Layout

Toggling Home Screen Sheets

Home Screen Layout

Item Description Status Bar Home Screen

Position

Dock Navigation Bar Tap Key icon to operate. For Navigation Bar, see "Navigation Bar."

Drag down for Notifications Window. Drag down with two fingers for Quick Settings.

Current position among several Home Screen sheets. Tap an icon to activate application or function. Customize with up to four

application shortcuts. Also, create folders.

Customize Area Place application shortcuts, folders, widgets freely. Applications List

Key

Open applications list.

Toggling Home Screen Sheets

Home Screen consists of 7 sheets. Customize each Home Screen sheet with application shortcuts, widgets, etc. to make handset more convenient. Flick Home Screen left/right to toggle sheets.

 In any Home Screen sheet, Tap to return to Home Screen top sheet.

Operations on Simple Home

Switching to Simple Home

Simple Home provides Home Screen with basic functions and main setting items. In Home Screen, (Settings) Home Simple Home OK OK

Switching to Standard Home Screen

In Simple Home screen, Settings Exit Simple Home OK

Status Bar

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Status Bar appears at the top of Display. Notification Indicators for new mail, etc. and Status Indicators for handset appear here.

Status Bar Layout

Main Notification Indicators

Main Status Indicators

Status Bar Layout

Notification Indicators Status Indicators

Main Notification Indicators

Notification Indicators app eari ng in Status Ba r include the foll owing.

Indicator Description

Launch Guide (Drag Status Bar down and open from Notifications Window) Missed Call Call Arriving Calling1/Dialing Answer on Hold1/Call on Hold

New Recorded Message New Voicemail New Gmail New Email New Text Message (SMS)/S! Mail Urgent News Wi-Fi Open Network Available USB Connected Sharing File via Bluetooth

Data Uploading Data Downloading Application Update Available Application Installation Complete Screenshot/Screen Recording Saved Viewing TV1/Scheduled Viewing Started Recording TV1/Scheduled Recording Started Playing Back Music Calendar Event Reminder Snoozing/Unchecked Alarm NFC/Osaifu-Keitai®Locked Unmount SD Card Software Update Notice, Downloading Complete, Stopped

1 Appears when switching to other window such as Home Screen.

Main Status Indicators

Status Indicators appearing in Status Bar include the following.

Indicator Description

Battery Full (100%) Battery Charging Battery Low (4% or less)

Signal Strength 4G LTE/4G Data in Use

3G Data in Use No Signal Airplane Mode Wi-Fi Connected Wi-Fi Connected without Internet accessibility, or unstable Wi-Fi signal Bluetooth®ON Bluetooth®Connected Silent (with Vibration) Mode Silent (without Vibration) Mode Alarm Set Obtaining Current Location

1 Handset supports FDD-LTE (SoftBank 4G LTE) and AXGP ( So ftBank 4G) ; indicator app ears w hen

handset is connected to either. Handset connects to SoftBank 4G first.

Using Notifications Window/Quick Settings

Drag Status Bar down to open Notifications Window. Open Notification Indicators to check details. Drag Notifications Window dow n to op en Quick Se ttings. Tap i cons on Quic k Settings to set each function On/Off.

Opening Notifications Window/Quick Settings

Notifications Window Layout

Quick Settings Layout

Opening Notifications Window/Quick Settings

Drag Status Bar down

Notifications Window opens.

Drag Notifications Window down

Quick Settings opens.

 Drag Status Bar down with two fingers for Quick Settings.

Closing Notifications Window/Quick Settings

Drag Notifications Window/Quick Settings up

 Al ternativ ely, Tap to close Notifications Window/Quick Settings.

Notifications Window Layout

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Open Quick Settings Display notifications (incoming, functions being executed, etc.) Clear all notifications. Some notifications are not clearable.

Quick Settings Layout

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Display "Power management" of Handset Settings Add/Delete, change order of Quick Settings Display Handset Settings Display your contact information Adjust brightness of Display On/Off of Wi-Fi On/Off of NFC Reader/Writer and P2P function Set On/Off of location information Mirror the screen of handset on Google Cast devices On/Off of Light On/Off of Bluetooth On/Off of Airplane mode On/Off of Auto-rotate screen On/Off of Glove mode Set Silent mode (with Vibration)/Silent mode (without Vibration)/Clear Silent

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