User guide
™
Xperia
E2312/E2333/E2363
M4 Aqua Dual
Contents
Getting started............................................................................... 7
About This User Guide........................................................................ 7
Overview.............................................................................................7
Assembly............................................................................................ 8
Screen Protection............................................................................. 10
Starting Your Device for the First Time...............................................10
Why Do I Need a Google™ Account?............................................... 11
Device security.............................................................................13
Making Sure Your Device is Protected...............................................13
Screen Lock......................................................................................13
Unlocking Your Device Automatically.................................................15
SIM Card Protection..........................................................................18
Using Multiple SIM Cards.................................................................. 19
Finding the Identification Number of Your Device...............................19
Finding a Lost Device ....................................................................... 20
Learning the basics...................................................................... 22
Using the touchscreen...................................................................... 22
Locking and Unlocking the Screen.................................................... 24
Homescreen..................................................................................... 24
Application screen.............................................................................26
Navigating Applications..................................................................... 27
Widgets............................................................................................ 27
Shortcuts and folders........................................................................28
Background and Themes..................................................................29
Taking a screenshot.......................................................................... 29
Notifications...................................................................................... 30
Icons in the status bar.......................................................................32
Applications Overview....................................................................... 34
Battery and Maintenance............................................................. 36
Charging Your Device........................................................................36
Battery and Power Management.......................................................37
Updating your device........................................................................ 38
Maintenance Using a Computer........................................................ 40
Storage and Memory........................................................................ 41
Backing Up and Restoring Content................................................... 42
Downloading applications............................................................46
Downloading Applications from Google Play™..................................46
Downloading Applications from Other Sources..................................46
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Internet and networks.................................................................. 47
Browsing the web............................................................................. 47
Internet and MMS settings ............................................................... 47
Wi-Fi................................................................................................. 48
Sharing your mobile data connection................................................ 50
Controlling Data Usage..................................................................... 52
Selecting a SIM card for data traffic...................................................53
Selecting mobile networks................................................................ 53
Virtual private networks (VPNs)..........................................................54
Synchronizing data on your device..............................................55
Synchronizing with Online Accounts..................................................55
Synchronizing with Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®.....................55
Basic settings...............................................................................57
Accessing settings............................................................................ 57
Volume settings.................................................................................57
Do Not Disturb Mode........................................................................ 58
Screen settings................................................................................. 59
Application settings........................................................................... 61
Resetting Your Applications...............................................................62
Daydream......................................................................................... 63
Language Settings............................................................................ 63
Date and time................................................................................... 63
Enhancing the sound output............................................................. 64
Multiple User Accounts..................................................................... 64
Typing text....................................................................................67
On-Screen Keyboard........................................................................ 67
Phonepad......................................................................................... 68
Entering text using voice input...........................................................69
Editing text........................................................................................69
Personalizing the On-Screen Keyboard............................................. 70
Calling.......................................................................................... 72
Making calls...................................................................................... 72
Receiving calls.................................................................................. 73
Ongoing calls.................................................................................... 75
Using the call log...............................................................................75
Forwarding Calls............................................................................... 76
Restricting calls................................................................................. 76
Multiple calls..................................................................................... 77
Conference calls............................................................................... 78
Voicemail...........................................................................................78
Emergency calls................................................................................79
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Contacts.......................................................................................80
Transferring contacts.........................................................................80
Searching and viewing contacts........................................................81
Adding and editing contacts..............................................................82
Adding medical and emergency contact information......................... 83
Favorites and groups.........................................................................84
Sending contact information..............................................................85
Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application....................... 85
Backing up Contacts.........................................................................85
Messaging and chat.....................................................................87
Reading and sending messages....................................................... 87
Organizing your messages................................................................ 88
Calling from a message.....................................................................89
Messaging settings........................................................................... 89
Instant Messaging and Video Chat.................................................... 89
Email.............................................................................................90
Setting Up Email............................................................................... 90
Sending and Receiving Email Messages........................................... 90
Organizing your email messages....................................................... 91
Email account settings...................................................................... 92
Gmail™.............................................................................................92
Music............................................................................................94
Transferring Music to Your Device......................................................94
Listening to Music............................................................................. 94
Music Menu...................................................................................... 96
Playlists.............................................................................................96
Sharing music................................................................................... 97
Enhancing the sound........................................................................ 97
Recognizing Music with TrackID™.................................................... 97
FM radio....................................................................................... 99
Listening to the radio.........................................................................99
Favorite radio channels................................................................... 100
Sound settings................................................................................100
Camera.......................................................................................101
Taking Photos and Recording Videos.............................................. 101
General camera settings................................................................. 102
Still camera settings........................................................................ 106
Video camera settings.....................................................................109
Photos and videos in Album...................................................... 112
Viewing Photos and Videos.............................................................112
Sharing and Managing Photos and Videos......................................113
Editing photos with the Photo editor application..............................114
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Editing videos with the Movie Creator application............................115
Hiding photos and videos................................................................115
Album Homescreen Menu...............................................................116
Viewing your photos on a map........................................................ 117
Videos.........................................................................................119
Watching videos in the Video application.........................................119
Transferring Video Content to Your Device.......................................120
Managing video content..................................................................120
Movie Creator................................................................................. 120
PlayStation™ Video Service............................................................ 121
Connectivity............................................................................... 122
Mirroring the Screen of Your Device Wirelessly on a TV................... 122
Sharing Content with DLNA Certified™ Devices.............................. 122
Connecting Your Device to USB Peripherals....................................124
NFC................................................................................................ 124
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology.....................................................126
Smart apps and features that save you time............................. 129
Controlling Accessories and Settings with Smart Connect™........... 129
Using your device as a wallet.......................................................... 131
Travel and maps......................................................................... 132
Using Location Services.................................................................. 132
Google Maps™ and Navigation.......................................................132
Using Data Traffic when Traveling.................................................... 133
Airplane mode.................................................................................133
Calendar and alarm clock.......................................................... 134
Calendar......................................................................................... 134
Alarm and Clock............................................................................. 135
Accessibility............................................................................... 137
Magnification Gestures....................................................................137
Large Text....................................................................................... 137
Color Correction..............................................................................137
Simple Homescreen........................................................................137
Hearing Aid Compatibility................................................................ 138
TalkBack......................................................................................... 138
Support and Legal......................................................................139
Support Application........................................................................ 139
Xperia™ Tips.................................................................................. 139
Help in menus and applications.......................................................139
Running Diagnostic Tests on Your Device........................................139
Restarting, Resetting, and Repairing............................................... 140
Help us improve our software..........................................................141
Warranty, SAR, and Usage Guidelines.............................................141
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Recycling Your Device.....................................................................141
Legal information.............................................................................141
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Getting started
About This User Guide
This is the Xperia™ M4 Aqua Dual User Guide for the Android™ 6.0 software version. If
you're not sure which software version your device is running, you can check it in the
Settings menu.
System and application updates can present the features in your device in another way than
described in this User Guide. The Android™ version might not be affected in an update. For
more information about software updates, see
To check the current software version of your device
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > About phone > Android™ version.
To Find the Model Number and Name of Your Device
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap
The device model number and name are displayed.
.
.
.
Limitations to Services and Features
Some of the services and features described in this User Guide may not be supported in
all countries or regions, or by all networks or service providers. The GSM International
Emergency Number can always be used in all countries, regions, networks and by all
service providers, provided that the device is connected to the cellphone network.
Please contact your network operator or service provider to determine the availability of
any specific service or feature and whether additional access or usage fees apply.
The use of certain features and applications described in this guide may require access
to the internet. You may incur data connection charges when you connect to the internet
with your device. Contact your wireless service provider for more information.
Updating your device
on the 38 page.
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
Assembly
Your device only supports nano SIM cards.
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
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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 cards
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 cover for the nano SIM card slots.
2
Insert the nano SIM card (or cards) into the relevant nano SIM card slot (or slots).
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.
To remove the nano SIM cards
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1
Detach the cover for the nano SIM card slots.
2
Push each nano SIM card inward until it makes a clicking sound, then release it
immediately.
3
Draw each nano SIM card fully outward and remove it.
4
Re-attach the cover.
To Remove the Memory Card
1
Either turn off the device, or unmount the memory card under
>
, next to SD card.
2
Push the memory card inward, and then release it immediately.
3
Gently pull the memory card fully outward and remove it.
4
Re-attach the cover.
Settings >Storage
Screen Protection
Before using your device, remove the protective
It is recommended to protect your device with a Sony-branded screen cover or a
protector intended for your Xperia™ model. The use of third-party screen protection
accessories may prevent your device from working correctly by covering sensors, lenses,
speakers, or microphones and can invalidate the warranty.
film by pulling up on the protruding tab.
Starting Your Device for the First Time
It is recommended that you charge the battery for at least 30 minutes before starting up
your device for the first time. You can still use your device while it is charging, see
Charging Your Device
The first time you start your device, a setup guide helps you to configure basic settings,
personalize your device, and sign in to your accounts, for example a Google™ account.
on page 36.
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To turn on the device
1
Press and hold down the power key until the device vibrates.
2
Enter your SIM card PIN when requested, and then tap .
3
Wait a while for the device to start.
To Turn off the Device
1
Press and hold down the power key
2
In the options menu, tap Power off.
It may take a while for the device to shut down.
until the options menu opens.
Why Do I Need a Google™ Account?
Your Xperia™ device from Sony runs on the Android™ platform developed by Google™.
A range of Google™ applications and services is available on your device when you
purchase it, for example, Gmail™, Google Maps™, YouTube™, and the Play Store™
application which gives you access to the Google Play™ online store for downloading
Android™ applications. To get the most out of these services, you need a Google™
account. For example, a Google™ account enables you to do all of the following:
•
Download and install applications from Google Play™.
•
Synchronize your email, contacts, and calendar using Gmail™.
•
Chat with friends using the Hangouts™ application.
•
Synchronize your browsing history and bookmarks using the Google Chrome™ web
browser.
•
Identify yourself as the authorized user after a software repair using Xperia™ Companion.
•
Remotely find, lock, or clear a lost or stolen device using the my Xperia™ or Android™
Device Manager services.
For more information about Android™ and Google™, go to
It is crucial that you remember your Google™ account username and password. In some
situations, you may need to identify yourself for security reasons using your Google™ account.
If you fail to give your Google™ username and password in such situations, your device is
locked. Also, if you have more than one Google™ account, be sure to enter the details for the
relevant account.
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.
http://support.google.com
.
You can also sign in to or create a Google™ account from the setup guide the
start your device. Or you can go online and create an account at
www.google.com/accounts
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first time you
.
To remove a Google™ account
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Tap Settings > Accounts > Google.
3
Select the Google™ account that you want to remove.
4
Tap > Remove account.
5
Tap Remove account again to confirm.
If you remove your Google™ account, any security features that are linked to your Google™
account will no longer be available.
If you are lending your device to someone to use for an extended period, it is recommended
to remove your Google™ account from the device.
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Device security
Making Sure Your Device is Protected
Your device includes several security options strongly recommended in case of loss or
theft.
These options are as follows:
•
Set a secure screen lock on your device using a PIN, password, or pattern to prevent
anyone from accessing or resetting your device. For more information, see
on the 13 page.
•
Add a Google™ account to prevent others from using your device if it gets stolen or
wiped. For more information, see
•
Activate either the “Protection by my Xperia” or the Android™ Device Manager web
Why Do I Need a Google™ Account?
service. Using one of these services, you can remotely locate, lock, or clear a lost device.
For more information, see
Finding a Lost Device
on the 20 page.
Verifying the Ownership of Your Device
Certain protection features require you to either unlock your screen with your PIN,
password, or pattern, or enter your Google™ account information. Below are examples
of protection features and some of the required credentials:
Screen Lock
on the 11 page.
Factory Data
Reset
protection
Protection by
my Xperia
You must unlock your screen before you are allowed to perform a Factory
Data Reset.
If you remotely reset your device using this service, you must enter the
username and password for a Google™ account associated with the
service. The device must be connected to the internet before the setup
process can be completed. Otherwise, you will not be able to use your
device after the reset.
Android™
Device
Manager
If you remotely reset your device using this service, you must enter the
username and password for a Google™ account. The device must be
connected to the internet before the setup process can be completed.
Otherwise, you will not be able to use your device after the reset.
Software repair
If you use the Xperia™ Companion software to perform a software repair,
you’re asked to enter your Google™ account username and password
when you start the device after the repair is complete.
For Android™ Device Manager, it is necessary to enter information from a Google™ account.
This can be any Google™ account which you have set up on the device as an owner. If you
cannot provide the relevant account information during a setup process, you won't be able to
use the device at all.
Screen Lock
There are several screen lock options available. 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 homescreen.
•
Pattern
– draw a simple pattern with your finger to unlock your device.
•
PIN
– enter a numeric PIN of at least four digits to unlock your device.
•
Password
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– enter an alpha-numeric password to unlock your device.
It is very important that you remember your screen unlock pattern, PIN, or password. If you
forget this information, it may not be possible to restore important data, such as contacts and
messages.
If you have set up a Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync® (EAS) account on your Xperia™
device, the EAS security settings may limit the lockscreen type to only a PIN or password.
This occurs when your network administrator specifies a lockscreen type for all EAS accounts
for security reasons. Contact the network administrator of your company or organization to
check what network security policies are in effect for mobile devices.
To Change Screen Lock Type
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen lock.
To Create a Screen Lock Pattern
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen lock > Pattern.
3
Follow the instructions on your device.
If your lock pattern is rejected five times in a row when you try to unlock your device, you must
wait 30 seconds before you can try again.
.
To change the screen lock pattern
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap
3
Draw your screen unlock pattern.
4
Tap
Pattern
Settings> Security
and follow the instructions on your device.
>
Screen lock
.
To Create a Screen Lock PIN
1
From your
2
Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen lock > PIN.
3
Enter a numeric PIN, and then tap
4
Re-enter and confirm your PIN, then tap OK.
5
Follow the instructions on your device.
Home screen
, tap
.
Continue
.
To Create a Screen Lock Password
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen lock > Password.
3
Enter a password, then tap
4
Re-enter and confirm your password, then tap OK.
Continue
.
To Activate the Swipe Unlock Function
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen lock.
3
Draw your screen unlock pattern, or enter your PIN or password if one of these
screen lock types is enabled.
4
Tap Swipe, and then tap Yes, remove if requested.
Resetting a Forgotten Screen Lock
If you forgot your screen lock PIN, password, or pattern, you may be able to reset it
using the Protection by my Xperia service. No content on your device is lost after you
perform a screen lock reset using this service.
To activate the Protection by my Xperia service, see
page.
Finding a Lost Device
on the 20
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To reset the screen lock using protection by my Xperia
1
Be sure you know your Google™ account username and password, and that you
have enabled the Protection by my Xperia service on your device.
2
Go to
myxperia.sonymobile.com
3
Sign in using the same Google™ account that you have set up on your device.
4
Click on the picture of your device under Your devices.
5
Select Protect or Change PIN2 to replace the current screen lock with a new PIN
using any internet-connected device.
code.
6
Follow the onscreen instructions provided by Protection by my Xperia.
Depending on your security settings, your device may lock after a screen lock reset. You then
need to enter your Google™ account username and password in order to use the device.
Unlocking Your Device Automatically
The Smart Lock feature may not be available in every market, country, or region.
The Smart Lock feature makes unlocking your device easier by letting you set it to unlock
automatically in certain situations. You can keep your device unlocked, for example,
when it’s connected to a Bluetooth® device or when you’re carrying it with you.
You can set Smart Lock to keep your device unlocked using the following settings:
•
Trusted face: Unlock your device by looking at it.
•
Trusted voice: Set up voice recognition to search in any screen.
•
Trusted devices
is connected.
•
Trusted places
•
On-body detection: Keep your device unlocked when you’re carrying your device with
you.
You have to manually unlock your device if you don’t use it for 4 hours and after you
restart it.
: Keep your device unlocked when a trusted Bluetooth® or NFC device
: Keep your device unlocked when you're in a trusted location.
The Smart Lock feature is developed by Google™ and the exact functionality may change over
time due to updates from Google™.
To Enable Smart Lock
1
Make sure you’ve set a pattern, PIN, or password for your screen lock.
2
From your Homescreen, tap
3
Find and tap
4
Drag the slider beside Smart Lock (Google) to the right.
5
Tap the back arrow next to
6
Find and tap Smart Lock.
7
Enter your pattern, PIN, or password. You need to enter this screen lock every
Settings
>
.
Security
Trust agents
>
Trust agents
.
.
time you want to change your Smart Lock settings.
8
Select a Smart Lock type.
Setting When to Keep the Device Automatically Unlocked
You can set Smart Lock to keep your device unlocked using the following settings:
•
Trusted devices – Keep your device unlocked when a trusted Bluetooth® or NFC device
is connected.
•
Trusted places – Keep your device unlocked when you're in a trusted location.
•
On-body detection – Keep your device unlocked when you're carrying your device with
you.
•
Trusted face – Unlock your phone by looking at it.
•
Trusted voice – Set up voice recognition to search in any screen.
You have to manually unlock your device when you don't use it for 4 hours and after you
restart it.
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Connecting to trusted Bluetooth® devices
You can designate a connected Bluetooth® device as a trusted device and keep your
Xperia™ device unlocked while it’s connected to it. So if you have Bluetooth® devices
that you connect to regularly, such as a car speaker or home entertainment system, a
Bluetooth® watch or a fitness tracker, you can add them as trusted devices and bypass
the added security of the lockscreen to save time. This feature is suitable if you’re
normally in a relatively secure place when you use these devices. In some cases, you
may still need to manually unlock your device before a trusted device can be connected.
It is not recommended to add devices that are constantly connected to your device as trusted
devices, such as Bluetooth® keyboards or cases.
As soon as a trusted Bluetooth® device is switched off or moves out of range, your screen
locks and you need your PIN, pattern, or password to unlock it.
To Add a Trusted Bluetooth® Device
1
Make sure your device is paired and connected to the Bluetooth® device that you
want to add as a trusted device.
2
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Smart Lock > Add trusted
device > Bluetooth.
3
Tap a device name to select it from the list of connected devices. Only paired
devices appear in this list.
4
Depending on the security of your connection, you may need to manually unlock
your device before the trusted device can keep it unlocked.
To Remove a Trusted Bluetooth® Device
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap
3
Tap the device you want to remove.
4
Tap
Remove trusted device
Settings
>
.
Security
.
>
Smart Lock
>
Trusted devices
.
Making Sure You're Secure when Using Trusted Devices
Different Bluetooth® devices support different Bluetooth® standards and security
capabilities. There's a chance someone could keep your Xperia™ device unlocked by
imitating your Bluetooth® connection, even if your trusted device is no longer nearby.
Your device is not always able to determine whether your connection is secure from
someone trying to imitate it.
When your device can't determine whether you're using a secure connection, you'll get a
notification on your Xperia™ device and may need to manually unlock it before the
trusted device can keep it unlocked.
Bluetooth® connectivity range can vary depending on factors like the model of your device,
the connected Bluetooth® device, and your environment. Depending on these factors,
Bluetooth® connections can work over distances up to 100 meters.
Connecting to Trusted Places
When the Trusted places feature is set up, the lockscreen security on your Xperia™
device gets disabled when you are in a designated trusted location. For this feature to
work, you must have an internet connection (preferably over Wi-Fi) and allow your device
to use your current location.
To set up trusted places, first make sure high-accuracy location mode or battery-saving
location mode is enabled on your device before you add home or custom locations.
The exact dimensions of a trusted location are an estimate and may extend beyond the
physical walls of your home or other areas you have added as trusted locations. This feature
can keep your device unlocked within a radius of up to 80 meters. Also be aware that location
signals can be replicated or manipulated. Someone with access to specialized equipment
could unlock your device.
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To Add Your Home Location
1
Make sure location mode is turned on and you are using either the High accuracy
or Battery saving setting.
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock >Trusted places > Home.
4
Tap Turn on this location.
To Edit Your Home Location
1
Make sure location mode is turned on and you are using either the High accuracy
or Battery saving setting.
2
From your Homescreen, tap
3
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted places.
4
Select your home location.
5
Tap Edit.
6
In the search bar, enter the location you want to use as your home location.
If your home has multiple buildings at the same address, the trusted place you want to add
might be different from the actual address. To ensure better location accuracy, you can add
the actual location of your home within the building complex as a custom place.
.
To Remove Your Home Location
1
Make sure location mode is turned on and you are using either the High accuracy
or
Battery saving
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap
4
Tap Turn off this location.
setting.
Settings
>
Security
>
Smart Lock >Trusted places
>
Home
.
Using Custom Locations
You can add any location as a trusted, custom place where your device can remain
unlocked.
To Add a Custom Place
1
Make sure location mode is turned on and you are using either the High accuracy
or
Battery saving
2
From your Homescreen, tap
3
Find and tap
4
Tap Add trusted place.
5
To use your current location as a trusted, custom place, tap
6
Alternately, to enter another location, tap the magnification glass icon and type the
address. Your device searches for the entered location. To use the suggested
address, tap the address.
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To fine-tune the location, tap the back arrow next to the address, then drag the
location pin to the desired location and tap Select this location.
To Edit a Custom Place
1
Make sure location mode is turned on and you are using either the High accuracy
or Battery saving setting.
2
From your Homescreen, tap
3
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted places.
4
Select the place you want to edit.
5
Tap Edit Address.
6
To enter another location, tap the magnification glass icon and type the address.
Your device searches for the entered location. To use the suggested address, tap
the address.
7
To fine-tune the location, tap the back arrow next to the address, then drag the
location pin to the desired location and tap Select this location.
setting.
Settings
>
Security
.
>
Smart Lock
.
>
Trusted places
.
Select this location
.
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To Remove a Custom Place
1
Make sure location mode is turned on and you are using either the High accuracy
or Battery saving setting.
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted places.
4
Select the place you want to remove.
5
Tap Delete.
Keeping Your Device Unlocked while You’re Carrying It
Using the On-body detection feature, you can keep your device unlocked while you're
carrying it in your hand or in a pocket or bag. The accelerometer in your device keeps
your device unlocked while it senses that it's being carried. The device locks when the
accelerometer detects that the device has been put down.
When you use the On-body detection feature, you need to be aware of the following
behaviors:
•
Any time you put your device down and it senses that it's no longer being carried, it
locks automatically.
•
The device can take up to one minute to lock.
•
After you get into a car, bus, train, or other land vehicle, your device can take between 5
and 10 minutes to lock.
•
Note that when you get on an airplane or a boat (or another non-land-based vehicle),
your device may not lock automatically, so be sure to lock it manually if needed.
•
When you pick up your device again or get out of the vehicle, just unlock it once and
your device then stays unlocked for as long as you have it on you.
The On-body detection feature can't distinguish whose body is connected. If you give your
device to someone else while it's unlocked using On-body detection, your device may stay
unlocked for the other user. Keep in mind that On-body detection as a security feature is less
secure than a pattern, PIN, or password.
To Enable On-Body Detection
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap
3
Drag the slider to the On position, and then tap Continue.
Settings
>
Security
>
Smart Lock
>
On-body detection
.
SIM Card Protection
You can lock and unlock each SIM card that you use in your device with a PIN (Personal
Identification Number). When a SIM card is locked, the subscription linked to the card is
protected against misuse, meaning 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 service provider.
To Set up a SIM Card Lock
1
From the Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Security > Set up SIM card lock.
3
Select a SIM card.
4
Drag the slider beside Lock SIM card to the On position.
5
Enter the SIM card PIN and tap OK. The SIM card lock is now active and you will
be prompted to enter this lock every time you restart the device.
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To change the SIM card PIN
1
From the Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Security > Set up SIM card lock.
3
Select a SIM card.
4
Tap Change SIM PIN.
5
Enter the old SIM card PIN and tap OK.
6
Enter the new SIM card PIN and tap OK.
7
Retype 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
Enter a new PIN code and tap .
3
Re-enter the new PIN code and tap
If you enter an incorrect PUK code too many times, you need to contact your network operator
to get a new SIM card.
.
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Using Multiple SIM Cards
Your device works with either one or two SIM cards inserted. You get incoming
communication to both SIM cards and you can select which number you want to place
outgoing communication from. Before you can use both SIM cards, you need to enable
them and select which SIM card will handle data traffic.
You can forward calls that come in on SIM card 1 to SIM card 2 when SIM card 1 is
unreachable, and vice versa. This function is called Dual SIM reachability. You must
enable it manually. See
Forwarding Calls
on the 76 page.
To Enable or Disable the Use of Two SIM Cards
1
From the Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap
3
Drag the sliders beside SIM1 and SIM2 to the right or left.
Settings
>
Dual SIM
.
To Rename a SIM Card
1
From the Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap
3
Select a SIM card and enter a new name for it.
4
Tap OK.
Settings
>
Dual SIM
.
To Select Which SIM Card Handles Data Traffic
1
From your
2
Find and tap Settings > Dual SIM > Mobile data traffic.
3
Select the SIM card you want to use for data traffic.
For higher data speeds, select the SIM card that supports the fastest mobile network, such as
3G or LTE.
Home screen
, tap .
Finding the Identification Number of Your Device
Your device has a unique identification number. This number is referred to as the IMEI
(International Mobile Equipment Identity). You should keep a copy of this number. You
may require it, for example, when you access the Xperia™ Care support service to
register your device. Also, 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.
For devices with two SIM cards, there are two IMEI numbers, one for each SIM card slot.
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To view your IMEI numbers on the label tray
1
Detach the memory card slot cover.
2
Insert the tip of an unfolded paper clip (or a similar object with a long, fine tip) into
the hole in the label tray, then drag the tray outward.The IMEI numbers are
displayed on the tray.
To view the IMEI numbers, you can also open the phone dialer and enter *#06#.
To View Your IMEI Numbers via the Device Settings
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > About phone > Status >IMEI information.
Finding a Lost Device
If you have a Google™ account, the “Protection by my Xperia” web service can help you
locate and secure your device if you ever lose it. If you have activated this service on your
device, you can:
•
Locate your device on a map.
•
Sound an alert even if the device is in Do not disturb mode.
•
Remotely lock the device and make the device display your contact details to anyone
who finds it.
•
Remotely clear the internal and external memory of the device as a last resort.
If you’ve cleared the internal memory of the device using the “Protection by my Xperia” web
service, you must sign in to a Google™ account that was previously synced on this device the
next time you turn on the device.
The “Protection by my Xperia” service may not be available in all countries or regions.
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To Deactivate Protection by My Xperia
1
Make sure you have an active data connection, and enable location services on
your device.
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Security > Protection by my Xperia > Activate.
4
Mark the checkbox to agree to the terms and conditions of the service, and then
tap Accept.
5
If prompted, sign in to your Google™ account, or create a new account if you
don’t already have one.
6
To verify that Protection by my Xperia can locate your device, go to
myxperia.sonymobile.com
and sign in using the Google™ account you are using
on your device.
If you are sharing a device with multiple users, note that the Protection by my Xperia service is
only available to the user who is logged in as the owner.
Finding a Lost Device Using Android™ Device Manager
Google™ offers a location and security web service called Android™ Device Manager.
You can use it in parallel with, or as an alternative to, the Protection by my Xperia service.
If you lose your device, you can use Android™ Device Manager to:
•
Find and show where your device is located.
•
Ring or lock your device, erase everything on it, or add a phone number to the
lockscreen.
For additional information about Android™ Device Manager, go to
www.support.google.com
.
Android™ Device Manager does not work if your device is turned off or if it does not have a
connection to the internet. The Android™ Device Manager service may not be available in all
countries or regions.
To Activate Android™ Device Manager
1
If you are using a device with multiple users, be sure you are logged in as the
owner.
2
Make sure you have an active data connection and that location services are
enabled.
3
From your Homescreen, tap
4
Find and tap
5
Drag the sliders beside Remotely locate this device and Allow remote lock and
to the On position.
erase
6
If prompted, agree to the terms and conditions by tapping Activate.
7
To verify that Android™ Device Manager can locate your device after you activate
Settings
the service, go to
>
www.android.com/devicemanager
Google
.
>
Security
.
and sign in using your
Google™ account.
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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
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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 Homescreen panes.
•
Swipe left or right to reveal more options.
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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 left or upward on the screen to unlock
it. You can change the security settings later and add other kinds of locks. See
on the 13 page.
Lock
To activate the screen
•
Briefly press the power key .
To lock the screen
•
When the screen is active, briefly press the power key .
Screen
Homescreen
The Homescreen is the starting point for using your device. It's similar to the desktop on
a computer screen. Your Homescreen can have up to twenty panes, which extend
beyond the regular screen display width. The number of Homescreen panes is
represented by a series of dots on the lower part of the Homescreen. The highlighted dot
shows the pane that you are currently in.
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1 Introduction to Xperia™ widget – Tap to open the widget and select a task, such as copying content
from your old device or setting up Xperia™ services
2 Dots – Represents the number of Homescreen panes
To go to the Home screen
•
Press .
To browse the Home screen
Homescreen Panes
You can add new panes to your Homescreen (up to a maximum of twenty panes) and
delete panes. You can also set the pane that you want to use as the main Homescreen
pane.
To Set a Pane as the Main Homescreen Pane
1
Touch and hold any 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, and then tap in the top-left corner of the screen.
To add a pane to your Homescreen
1
Touch and hold any area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates.
2
To browse the panes, flick all the way to the right or left, then tap
.
To Delete a Pane from your Homescreen
1
Touch and hold any area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates.
2
Flick left or right to browse to the pane you want to delete, then tap in the topright corner of the pane.
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Homescreen Settings
To Uninstall an Application from the Homescreen
1
Touch and hold any area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates.
2
Flick left or right to browse the panes. All uninstallable applications are indicated
by .
3
Tap the application you want to uninstall, and then tap Delete.
Some apps indicated by can only be disabled and not uninstalled. Disabling an app deletes
all data, but the app can be enabled again from Settings > Apps.
To Adjust the Size of Icons on Your Homescreen
1
Touch and hold any area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates, then tap
.
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
•
When the Application screen is open, flick left or right to find the application, and
then tap the application.
To Search for an Application from the Application Screen
1
When the Application screen is open, tap Search applications.
2
Enter the name of the application you want to search for.
To Open the Application Screen Menu
•
When the Application screen is open, tap
To Move an Application on the Application Screen
1
When the Application screen is open, tap .
2
Make sure Own order is selected under Sort apps.
3
Touch and hold the application until the device vibrates, and then drag it to the
new location.
To Add an Application Shortcut to the Homescreen
1
On the Application screen, touch and hold an application icon until the device
vibrates, and then drag the icon to the top of the screen. The Homescreen opens.
2
Drag the icon to the desired location on the Homescreen, then release it.
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To Arrange Applications on the Application Screen
1
When the Application screen is open, tap .
2
Tap Sort apps, then select an option.
To Uninstall an Application from the Application Screen
1
Touch and hold any area on the Application screen until the device vibrates. All
applications that can be uninstalled are then indicated by .
2
Select the application you want to uninstall, and then tap Delete.
Some apps indicated by can only be disabled and not uninstalled. Disabling an app deletes
all data, but the app can be enabled again from Settings > Apps.
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
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.
to exit, while
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
To open the recently used applications window
•
Press .
To Close All the Recently Used Applications
•
Tap , then tap .
To open a menu in an application
•
While using the application, press .
A menu is not available in all applications.
Widgets
Widgets are small applications that you can use directly on your Homescreen. They also
function as shortcuts. For example, the Weather widget allows you to see basic weather
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information directly on your Homescreen. But when you tap the widget, the full Weather
application opens. You can download additional widgets from Play Store™.
To add a widget to the Home screen
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 the device vibrates, and then release it. 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 the device vibrates, and then drag it to the new
location.
To Remove a Widget
•
Touch and hold the widget until the device vibrates, and then drag it to
Remove
from home screen.
Shortcuts and folders
Use shortcuts and folders to manage your applications and keep your Home screen tidy.
Shortcuts and Folders Overview
1 Access an application by using a shortcut
2 Access a folder containing applications
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To Add an Application Shortcut to Your Homescreen
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen.
2
In the customization menu, tap Widgets > Shortcuts.
3
Scroll through the list of applications and select an application. The selected
application gets added to the Homescreen.
To Move an Item on the Homescreen
•
Touch and hold the item until the device vibrates, and then drag the item to the
new location.
To Remove an Item from the Homescreen
•
Touch and hold the item until the device vibrates, and then drag the item to
Remove from home screen at the top of the screen.
To Create a Folder on the Homescreen
•
Touch and hold an application icon or a shortcut until the device vibrates, and then
drag and drop it on top of another application icon or shortcut.
To Add Items to a Folder on the Homescreen
•
Touch and hold an item until the device vibrates, and 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
3
Enter the new folder name and tap Done.
Folder name
field.
Background and Themes
You can adapt the Homescreen to your own style using wallpapers and themes.
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 downward, and then tap the screenshot you want to view.
You can also view your screenshots in the Album application.
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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
1
To open the Notification panel, drag the status bar downward, or simply doubletap it.
2
To close the Notification panel, drag or flick 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.
Not all
notifications can be dismissed.
To Expand a Notification on the Notification Panel
•
Drag the notification downward.
Not all
notifications are expandable.
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 Lockscreen
•
Drag the notification downward.
notifications are expandable.
Not all
Managing Notifications on the Lockscreen
You can set up your device so that only selected notifications get displayed on your
lockscreen. You can make all notifications and their content accessible, hide sensitive
content for all notifications or specific apps, or choose not to show any notifications at
all.
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