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.
.
.
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
•
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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To Select the Notifications to Display on the Lockscreen
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > When device is locked.
3
Select an option.
Notification Display Options on the Lockscreen
Show all notification
content
Hide sensitive
notification content
Don't show
notifications at all
Get all notifications on the lockscreen. When you have this setting turned on, keep in
mind that all content (including the content of incoming email and chat messages) will
be visible on your lockscreen unless you designate the relevant apps as Hide sensitive
content in the App notifications settings menu.
You must have a PIN, password, or pattern set up as your screen lock in order for this
setting to be available. Contents hidden is displayed on the lockscreen when sensitive
notifications arrive. For example, you'll get a notification for an incoming email or chat,
but the content won't be visible on your lockscreen.
You won't get any notifications on the lockscreen.
Setting the Notification Level for an App
You can set different notification behaviors for individual applications. For example, you
can block all email notifications, prioritize Facebook™ notifications, and make the
content of messaging notifications invisible on the lockscreen.
To Set the Notification Level for an App
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > App notifications.
3
Select the app you want to change the notification settings for.
4
Drag the relevant slider to the right.
Notification Levels and Options for Specific Applications
Block all
Treat as priority
Allow peeking
Hide sensitive content
Never show notifications for the selected app.
Receive notifications from this app when Do not disturb is set to Priority only.
Let this app emphasize certain notifications by sliding them briefly into view on the
screen.
When the device is locked, hide content in this app’s notifications that might reveal
private information.
Notification Light
The notification light informs you about battery status and some other events. For
example, a flashing white light means there is a new message or a missed call. The
notification light is enabled by default but can be disabled manually.
When the
such as when the battery level falls below 15 percent.
To Enable or Disable the Notification Light
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification.
3
Tap the Notification light slider.
notification light is disabled, it only lights up when there is a battery status warning,
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Icons in the status bar
Status icon
No SIM card
Signal strength
No signal
Roaming
Sending and downloading LTE data
Sending and downloading GPRS data
Sending and downloading EDGE data
Sending and downloading 3G data
Sending and downloading HSPA+ data
A Wi-Fi connection is enabled and data is being transmitted
A Wi-Fi connection is enabled, but there is no internet connection.
This icon also appears when you are trying to connect to a secured Wi-Fi
network. After a successful login, the exclamation mark disappears.
If Google™ is blocked in your area, the exclamation mark may appear even
when the device is connected to a Wi-Fi network and there is a working internet
connection.
Battery status
The battery is charging
STAMINA mode is activated
Ultra STAMINA mode is activated
Airplane mode is activated
The Bluetooth® function is activated
SIM card 1 is inserted
SIM card 2 is inserted
The microphone is muted
The speakerphone is on
Do Not Disturb mode is activated
Vibrate mode
An alarm is set
GPS is activated
Synchronization is ongoing
Problem with sign-in or synchronization
The Hearing aid function is activated
Depending on your service provider, network, or region, the functions or services represented
by some icons in this list may not be available.
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To Manage Status Bar Icons
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Display > System icons.
3
Mark the checkboxes for the system icons that you want to appear in the status
bar.
Notification Icons
New text message or multimedia message
Missed call
Call on hold
Call forwarding is turned on
New voicemail message
New email message
Downloading data
Uploading data
Mobile data is disabled
Perform a basic setup of your device
A software update is available
System updates are available
Downloading system updates
Tap to install the downloaded system updates
Screenshot captured
New Hangouts™ chat message
Video chat with friends using the Hangouts™ application
A small app is running
A song is playing
The radio is on
The device is connected to a computer via a USB cable
Internal storage is 75% full. Tap to transfer data to a memory card
Warning
More (undisplayed) notifications
Not all icons that may appear on your device are listed here. These icons are for reference
purposes only, and changes may be made without notice.
To Block an Application from Sending Notifications
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > App notifications.
3
Select an application.
4
Tap the slider beside Block all or Hide sensitive content to restrict notifications as
desired.
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Applications Overview
Some applications may not be included on your device or may not be supported by all
networks or service providers in all areas.
Use the Clock application to set various kinds of alarms.
Use the Chrome web browser to navigate and view web pages, manage
bookmarks, text, and images.
Use the Calculator application to perform basic calculations.
Use the Calendar application to keep track of events and manage your
appointments.
Use the camera to take photos and record video clips.
Use the Contacts application to manage phone numbers, email addresses, and
other information related to your contacts.
Access your downloaded applications, documents, and pictures.
Use the Email application to send and receive emails through both personal and
work accounts.
Browse and listen to FM radio stations.
Use the Album application to manage, view, and edit your photos and videos.
Use the Gmail™ application to read, write, and organize email messages.
Search for information on your device and on the web.
View your current location, find other locations, and calculate routes using
Google Maps™.
Use the Play Store™ application to find applications to buy or download for free.
Use the Messaging application to send and receive text and multimedia
messages.
Use the Video application to play videos on your device and share content with
your friends.
Use the Music application to organize and play music and audio books.
View news stories from News Suite.
Make phone calls by dialing the number manually or by using the smart dial
function.
Optimize settings to suit your own requirements.
Use the Hangouts™ application to chat with friends online.
Identify music tracks that you hear playing in your surroundings, and get artist,
album, and other information.
Use YouTube™ to watch videos from users around the world, and share your
own.
The Xperia™ Movie Creator automatically creates short video collages using your
existing photo and video collection.
Use the Support application to access user support on your device. For
example, you can access a User guide, troubleshooting information, plus tips
and tricks.
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Use the Sketch application to create and explore images, and then share them
with the world.
Use the What’s New application to discover new games, apps, and media
content.
Enjoy music, movies, apps, and games on your device, and get exclusive access
to unique content available only with Xperia™ devices.
Stay connected with your gaming friends and the games you love to play, shop
on the PlayStation®Store, and more.
Protect your device against viruses, malware, spyware, phishing attempts, and
online exploitation.
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Battery and Maintenance
Charging Your Device
Always use an original Sony charger and USB cable intended for your specific Xperia™ model.
Other chargers and cables may increase charging time, not charge at all, or may even damage
your device. Make sure all USB ports and connectors are completely dry, before inserting the
USB cable.
A wall socket charger will charge your device faster than charging via your computer. You
can still use your device while charging.
If the battery is depleted, it may take up to 30 minutes for your device to respond to the
charging. During this time, the screen may remain completely dark, not showing the
charging icon. Also note that it can take up to 4 hours for a completely drained battery to
charge fully.
Your device has an embedded, rechargeable battery that can only be replaced by an
authorized Sony repair center. You should never try to open or take apart the device yourself.
Doing so can cause damage and void your warranty.
To Charge Your Device
1
Plug the charger into a power outlet.
2
Plug one end of the USB cable into the charger (or into the USB port of a
computer).
3
Plug the other end of the cable into the micro USB port on your device, with the
USB symbol facing up. The notification light illuminates when charging begins.
4
When the device is fully charged, disconnect the cable from your device by pulling
it straight outward. Be sure not to bend the connector.
Only use the charger provided with your device or another Sony charger intended for charging
your device.
If the battery is completely depleted, it may take a few minutes before the notification light
illuminates and the charging icon appears.
Battery Notification Light Status
Green The battery is charging and the battery charge level is greater than 90%
Orange The battery is charging and the battery charge level is less than 90%
Red The battery is charging and the battery charge level is less than 15%
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Battery and Power Management
Your device has an embedded battery. To get the most use from it, keep track of the
power consumed by different apps and features. Background power-saving features are
activated by default to help you reduce battery consumption, and additional power
saving modes are available to help you reduce battery consumption further when
necessary.
Power-saving features lower the priority for certain non-essential device functions, such
as higher-grade image performance, network activities such as location services, app
synchronization and background Wi-Fi scanning. If you do not want an application to be
affected, you can exempt it in the Battery Optimization menu. Phone calls and SMS are
not affected.
System updates may change the power saving features available on your device.
To View Battery Consumption, Estimated Time, and Power-Saving Tips
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Battery. An overview appears showing the battery
percentage and an estimated battery time.
3
Tap SHOW BATTERY USAGE to view a list of features and services that have
consumed battery power since the last charging cycle. Tap an item to get
information on how to reduce its battery consumption.
To View Battery Consumption For Applications
1
From your
2
Find and tap Settings > Apps.
3
Select an application and review its battery consumption under
Home screen
, tap
.
.
Battery usage
.
General Usage Tips to Improve Battery Performance
The following tips can help you improve battery performance:
•
Lower the screen brightness level, see
•
Turn off Bluetooth®, Wi-Fi, and location services when you don't need these
features.
•
Turn off your device or use Airplane mode if you are in an area with no or low
network coverage. Otherwise, your device repeatedly scans for available
networks, and this consumes power.
•
Use a Wi-Fi network instead of roaming when abroad. Roaming is scanning for
your home network and puts additional demands on your battery as your device
must transmit with a higher output power, see
•
Change the synchronization settings for your email, calendar, and contacts, see
Synchronizing with Online Accounts
•
Check the applications that have a high battery consumption and consider the
battery saving tips provided on your device for these applications.
•
Change the notification level for an application, see
•
Turn off the location-sharing permission for an application, see
settings
•
Uninstall applications that you are not using, see
•
Use a Sony original handsfree device to listen to music. Handsfree devices
consume less battery than your device's loudspeakers.
•
Restart your device every now and then.
on page 61.
Screen settings
Wi-Fi
on page 55.
Application screen
on page 59.
on page 48.
Notifications
Application
on page 30.
on page 26.
Battery Optimization
Battery optimization is a powerful and convenient built-in mode which improves your
battery life significantly by reducing battery consumption when you are not using the
device or certain apps.
This is achieved by suspending battery draining network activities, such as location
services, syncing, and Wi-Fi scanning in the background when you have not been using
your device for a long time.
Phone calls and SMS messaging are not affected.
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You cannot disable Battery optimization, but you can make exemptions for certain
applications.
To Make Specific Applications Exempt From Battery Optimization
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Battery.
3
Tap and select Battery optimization. You will see a list of applications that are not
optimized.
4
To add or remove applications from this list, tap Apps and select or de-select an
application from the list to edit its optimization settings.
5
The list of applications that are not optimized will get updated according to your
settings.
You cannot exempt applications from being optimized by Ultra STAMINA mode.
You can also configure Battery optimization from the Apps menu by tapping .
Power-Saving Modes
There are several power-saving modes available for you to use if you want to make your
battery last longer:
STAMINA
mode
Ultra
STAMINA
mode
Depending on the STAMINA level, different features will be restricted or disabled in order to
reduce battery consumption. These include rendering performance, animation and screen
brightness, image enhancement, background app data syncing, vibration (except for
incoming calls), streaming, and GPS (while the screen is off). appears in the status bar.
In addition to the features disabled by STAMINA mode, Ultra STAMINA mode disables
Cellular Data and Wi-Fi. The app selection is limited and widgets (except for Clock) are
disabled. Calling and SMS are still available. The Homescreen is changed to a special Ultra
STAMINA mode Homescreen and additional panes are disabled. appears in the status
bar.
To Activate or Deactivate STAMINA Mode
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap
3
Tap STAMINA mode and tap the slider to activate or deactivate the function.
Settings
>
Battery
.
When STAMINA mode is activated you can select additional options, for example
you can adjust the Auto-start percentage according to your preferences.
You can exempt applications from being optimized by STAMINA mode in the Battery
Optimization menu.
To activate Ultra STAMINA mode
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap
3
Tap Ultra STAMINA mode, and then tap Activate.
4
Confirm to activate.
Settings
>
Battery
.
You cannot exempt applications from being optimized by Ultra STAMINA mode.
To Deactivate Ultra STAMINA Mode
1
Drag down the status bar to access the Notification panel.
2
Tap Deactivate Ultra STAMINA mode.
3
Tap OK.
Deactivating Ultra STAMINA mode will restart your device.
Updating your device
You should update the software on your device to get the latest functionality,
enhancements, and bug fixes in order to ensure optimal performance. When a software
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update is available, appears in the status bar. You can also check for new updates
manually, or schedule an update.
The easiest way to install a software update is to do it wirelessly from your device.
However, some updates are not available for wireless download. You then need to use
the Xperia™ Companion software on a PC or on an Apple® Mac® computer to update
your device.
Before updating your device, consider the following:
•
Ensure you have sufficient storage capacity before attempting to update.
•
If you are using a device with multiple users, you must log in as the owner, that is, the
primary user, to update the device.
•
System and application updates can present the features on your device in another way
than described in this User Guide. The Android™ version might not be affected after an
update.
For more information about software updates, go to
software/
.
http://support.sonymobile.com/
To check for new software
1
If you are using a device with multiple users, make sure you are logged in as the
owner.
2
From your Homescreen, tap
3
Find and tap Settings > About phone > Software update.
If no new software is available, it’s possible that you may not have enough free memory on
your device. If your Xperia™ device has less than 500 MB of free internal memory (device
memory) available, you do not receive any information about new software. The following
notification appears in the Notification panel to warn of the lack of storage space:
Storage space running out. Some system functions may not work.
If you receive this notification, you must free up internal memory (device memory) before you
can get notifications about new software being available.
.
Updating Your Device Wirelessly
Use the Software update application to update your device software wirelessly. The
updates you can download over a cellphone network depend on your service provider. It
is recommended to use a Wi-Fi network instead of a cellphone network to download
new software so you can avoid data traffic costs.
To download and install a system update
1
If you are using a device with multiple users, make sure you are logged in as the
owner.
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap
4
If a system update is available, tap Download to download it to your device.
5
When the download is finished, tap Install and follow the on-screen instructions to
Settings
complete the installation.
To Set Up Automatic Installation
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > About phone > Software update.
3
Tap , then tap Settings and select an option.
>
About phone
>
Software update
.
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To Update Your Device Using a Computer
1
Using a USB cable, connect your device to the computer.
2
Make sure the screen of your device is unlocked, and the USB connection mode
on the device is set to Transfer files (MTP).
3
Open Xperia™ Companion, if it is not automatically launched.
4
Make sure the computer can access the internet.
5
Computer: If a new software update is detected, a popup window appears.
Follow the on-screen instructions to run the relevant software updates.
If you don’t have the Xperia™ Companion software installed on the relevant computer, connect
your device to the computer and follow the on-screen installation instructions. Make sure you
are using the USB cable that came with your device and it is properly connected to the device
and computer.
Maintenance Using a Computer
Xperia™ Companion
Xperia™ Companion is a software service which provides a collection of tools and
applications you can use when you connect your device to a computer. With Xperia™
Companion, you can:
•
Update or repair your device’s software.
•
Transfer your content from an old device using Xperia™ Transfer.
•
Back up and restore content on your computer.
•
Sync multimedia content—photos, videos, music, and playlists—between your device
and computer.
•
Browse files on your device.
To use Xperia™ Companion, you need an internet-connected computer running one of
the following operating systems:
•
Microsoft® Windows® 7 or later
•
Mac OS® X 10.11 or later
Learn more and download Xperia™ Companion for Windows at
http://support.sonymobile.com/tools/xperia-companion/ or Xperia™ Companion for Mac
at http://support.sonymobile.com/tools/xperia-companion-mac/.
Managing Files Using a Computer
Use a USB cable connection between a Windows® computer and your device to transfer
and manage your files.
Once the two devices are connected, you can choose whether to charge your device,
transfer files, or use it for MIDI input. Your computer will detect your device when you
select the Transfer files (MTP) connection mode. The default connection mode is set to
Charging only.
With Xperia™ Companion you can access the file system of your device. If you do not
have Xperia™ Companion installed, you are requested to install it when you connect your
device to the computer.
Always use the USB cable type intended for your Xperia™ model and make sure it is
completely dry.
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USB Connection Mode
You can use the Transfer files (MTP) connection mode for managing files and updating
device software. This USB mode is used with Microsoft® Windows® computers.
Charging is enabled by default.
To Change USB Connection Mode
1
Attach a USB connector to your device.
2
Drag down the status bar, and then tap USB charging this device.
3
Tap Transfer files (MTP).
Storage and Memory
Your device has several different storage and memory options.
•
The
internal storage
is about 8 GB and is used to store downloaded or transferred content along with
personal settings and data. Some examples of data saved to internal storage are alarm,
volume, and language settings; emails; bookmarks; calendar events; photos; videos and
music.
•
You can use a removable
memory card
with a storage capacity of up to 128 GB to get more storage space. Media files and
some apps, along with their associated data, can be moved to this type of memory to
free up internal storage. Some apps, for example, the Camera app, can save data
directly to a memory card.
•
The
dynamic memory (RAM)
is about 2 GB and cannot be used for storage. RAM is used to handle running
applications and the operating system.
You may have to purchase a memory card separately.
Read more about the use of memory in Android devices by downloading the White paper for
your device at
www.sonymobile.com/support/
.
Improving Memory Performance
Your device memory tends to fill up as a result of normal usage. If the device starts to
slow down, or applications suddenly shut down, you should consider the following:
•
Always try to keep at least 250 MB of free internal storage available.
•
Close running applications that you are not using.
•
Clear the cache memory for all applications.
•
Uninstall downloaded applications that you don't use.
•
Move applications to the memory card if the internal storage is full.
•
Install applications to parts of the memory where there is more storage space.
•
Transfer photos, videos, and music from the internal memory to the memory card.
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•
If your device can't read content on the memory card, you may need to format the card.
Note that all content on the card gets erased when you format it.
If you are sharing a device with multiple users, you must log in as the owner, that is, the
primary user, to be able to perform certain actions, such as transferring data to the memory
card and formatting the memory card.
To view the memory status
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Storage.
.
To View the Amount of Free and Used RAM
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > About phone > Diagnostics > Facts.
To clear the cache memory for all applications
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Storage.
3
Tap Internal storage > Cached data > OK.
When you clear the cache memory, you don't lose any important information or settings.
.
To transfer media files to the memory card
1
Make sure you have a memory card inserted in your device.
2
From your Homescreen, tap
3
Find and tap
4
Mark the file types you want to transfer to the memory card.
5
Tap
Transfer
Settings
.
>
Storage
.
>
Transfer data to SD card
.
To stop applications and services from running
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Apps.
3
Select an application or service, then tap
FORCE STOP
> OK.
To Format the Memory Card
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Storage.
3
Tap
SD Card
All content on the memory card gets erased when you format it. Be sure to make backups of
all data that you want to save before formatting the memory card. To back up your content,
you can copy it to a computer. For more information, see
the 40 page.
, tap , and then tap
.
Settings
>
Format
>
Erase & format
Managing Files Using a Computer
.
Backing Up and Restoring Content
Generally, you should not save photos, videos, and other personal content solely on the
internal memory of your device. If your device is damaged, lost or stolen, the data stored
on its internal memory may be impossible to recover. It is recommended to use the
Xperia™ Companion software to make backups which save your data safely to an
external device. This method is especially recommended if you are updating your device
software to a newer Android version.
The Xperia™ Backup & restore application is recommended for backing up data before
you do a factory data reset. With this application you can back up data to an online
account, an SD card or to an external USB storage device that you have connected to
your device using a USB Host adapter:
With the Google Backup & restore application, you can back up data to a Google server.
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Backing up Data to a Computer
Use the Xperia™ Companion software to back up data from your device to a PC or an
Apple® Mac® computer. You can back up the following types of data:
•
Contacts and call logs
•
Text messages
•
Calendar
•
Settings
•
Media files such as music and videos
•
Photos and images
To Back Up Your Data Using a Computer
1
Unlock the screen of your device and connect it to the computer using a USB
cable.
2
Open the Xperia™ Companion software on your computer if it is not automatically
launched. After a few moments, the computer detects your device. Make sure to
select Transfer files (MTP) mode on your device.
3
Click on Backup on the Xperia™ Companion main screen.
4
Follow the on-screen instructions to back up data from your device.
If you do not have Xperia™ Companion installed, you are requested to install it when you
connect your device to the computer.
To Restore Your Data Using a Computer
1
Unlock the screen of your device and connect it to the computer using a USB
cable.
2
Open the Xperia™ Companion software on your computer if it is not automatically
launched. After a few moments, the computer detects your device. Make sure to
select
Transfer files (MTP)
3
Click on Restore on the Xperia™ Companion main screen.
4
Select a backup file from the backup records, then click on
on-screen instructions to restore data to your device.
mode on your device.
and follow the
Next
If you do not have Xperia™ Companion installed, you are requested to install it when you
connect your device to the computer.
Backing Up Data with the Xperia™ Backup & Restore Application
Using the Xperia™ Backup & Restore application, you can make an online backup or a
local backup of data. For example, you can back up data manually or turn on the
automatic backup function to save data periodically.
The Xperia™ Backup & Restore application is recommended for backing up data before
you do a factory data reset. With this application you can back up the following types of
data to an online account, an SD card, or an external USB storage device that you have
connected to your device using a USB host adapter:
•
Bookmarks
•
Contacts and call logs
•
Conversation
•
Calendar data
•
Email accounts
•
Wi-Fi networks
•
Device settings
•
Applications
•
Xperia™ Home layout
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To Back Up Content to an Online Account
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Backup & reset.
3
To enable the automatic backup function, tap Automatic backup, then tap the onoff switch.
4
To enable the manual backup function, tap More > Manual backup.
5
Under Where to store files, tap Select storage > Online account.
6
If prompted, read the relevant terms and, provided you agree, tap I agree, then
follow the on-screen instructions to sign in to your Google™ account.
7
Select the types of data to back up, then tap Backup.
To Set Up the Automatic Backup Function
1
If you are backing up content to a USB storage device, make sure the storage
device is connected to your device using a USB host adapter. If you are backing
up to an SD card, make sure the SD card is properly inserted in your device. If you
are backing up content to an online account, be sure you have signed in to your
Google ™ account.
2
From your Homescreen, tap
3
Find and tap Settings > Backup & reset.
4
Under Xperia™ Backup & restore, tap Automatic backup.
5
To enable the automatic backup function, tap the on-off switch.
6
Select a backup frequency, where to save backup files, the time to back up, and
.
the types of data to back up.
7
To save your settings, tap .
To Back Up Content Manually
1
If you are backing up content to a USB storage device, make sure the storage
device is connected to your device using a USB host adapter. If you are backing
up to an SD card, make sure the SD card is properly inserted in your device. If you
are backing up content to an online account, be sure you have signed in to your
Google ™ account.
2
From your Homescreen, tap
3
Find and tap
4
Under Xperia™ Backup & restore, tap More.
5
Tap
Manual backup
Settings
>
, then select a backup destination and the data types that you
.
Backup & reset
.
want to back up.
6
Tap
Backup
7
After the data is backed up, tap Finish.
.
To Edit a Backup File
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap
3
Under Xperia™ Backup & restore, tap More.
4
Tap Edit backup file, then select a backup source and the data types that you
Settings
>
Backup & reset
.
want to delete.
5
Tap Delete data.
6
Tap OK to confirm.
7
After the data is deleted, tap Finish.
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To Restore Backed-Up Content
1
If you are restoring content from a USB storage device, ensure the storage device
is connected to your device using the USB Host adapter. If you are restoring
content from an SD card, ensure the SD card is properly inserted in your device. If
you are restoring content from an online account, make sure you have signed in to
your Google™ account.
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Backup & reset.
4
Under Xperia™ Backup & restore, tap Restore data, and then select a restore
source and the data types that you want to restore.
5
Tap Restore data.
6
After the content is restored, tap Finish.
Remember that any changes you make to your data and settings after you create a backup,
including any applications you download, get deleted during a restore procedure.
Backing Up Data with the Google Backup & Restore Application
Using the Google Backup & restore application, you can back up data to a Google
server. You can also turn on the automatic restore function to restore application data
and settings when you reinstall an application.
With this application, you can back up the following types of data:
•
Applications
•
Bookmarks
•
Wi-Fi networks
•
Other settings
To back up data to an online account
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap
3
Under Google™ Backup & restore, tap Back up my data and drag the slider to
Settings
>
.
Backup & reset
.
the right.
To Enable Automatic Restore when you Reinstall an Application
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Backup & reset.
3
Under
Google™ Backup & restore
.
, drag the slider beside
Automatic restore
the right.
to
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Downloading applications
Downloading Applications from Google Play™
Google Play™ is the official online Google store for downloading applications, games,
music, movies, and books. It includes both free and paid applications. Before you start
downloading from Google Play™, make sure you have a working internet connection,
preferably over Wi-Fi to limit data traffic charges.
To use Google Play™, you need to have a Google™ account. Google Play™ may not be
available in all countries or regions.
To Download an Application from Google Play™
1
From the Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Play Store.
3
Find an item you wish to download by browsing categories, or by using the search
function.
4
Tap the item to view its details, and follow the instructions to complete the
installation.
Some applications may need to access data, settings, and various functions on your device in
order to work properly. Only install and give permissions to applications you trust. You can
view the permissions granted to a downloaded application and also change their status by
tapping the application under Settings > Apps.
Downloading Applications from Other Sources
When your device is set to allow downloads from sources other than Google Play™, you
can download applications directly from other websites by following the relevant
download instructions.
Installing applications of unknown or unreliable origin can damage your device. Download
applications only from reliable sources. Contact the application provider if you have any
questions or concerns.
If you are using a device with multiple users, only the owner, that is, the primary user, can
allow downloads from sources other than Google Play™. Changes made by the owner affect
all other users.
To allow downloading of applications from other sources
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Security.
3
Drag the slider beside
4
Tap OK.
Some applications may need to access data, settings and various functions on your device in
order to work properly. Only install and give permissions to applications that you trust. You can
view the permissions granted to a downloaded application and also change their status by
tapping the application under Settings > Apps.
Unknown sources
to the right.
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Internet and networks
Browsing the web
The Google Chrome™ web browser for Android™ devices comes pre-installed in most
markets. Go to
to get more detailed information about how to use this web browser.
To Browse with Google Chrome™
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap .
3
If you are using Google Chrome™ for the first time, select to either sign in to a
Google™ account or browse with Google Chrome™ anonymously.
4
Enter a search term or web address in the search and address field, then tap Go
on the keyboard.
http://support.google.com/chrome
.
Internet and MMS settings
To send multimedia messages, or to access the internet when there is no available Wi-Fi
network, you must have a working cellular data connection with the correct internet and
MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service) settings. Here are some tips:
•
For most cellphone networks and service providers, internet and MMS settings come
pre-installed on your device. You can then start using the internet and send multimedia
messages right away.
•
It is possible to download internet and MMS settings later from the Settings menu.
•
You can manually add, change, or delete internet and MMS settings on your device
anytime. If you change or delete an internet or MMS setting by mistake, download the
internet and MMS settings again.
•
If you cannot access the internet over a cellular network, or if multimedia messaging is
not working, even though the internet and MMS settings have been downloaded
successfully to your device, refer to the troubleshooting tips for your device at
www.sonymobile.com/support/
If STAMINA mode is activated to save power, all cellular data
screen is off. If this causes connection problems, try excluding some applications and services
from being paused, or deactivate STAMINA mode temporarily. For more information, see
Battery and Power Management
for network coverage, cellular data, and MMS issues.
on page 37.
and click the "Chrome for Mobile" link
traffic gets paused when the
If you are sharing a device with multiple users, only the owner, that is, the primary user, can
download internet and messaging settings from the Settings menu, but the downloaded
settings are applicable to all users.
To Download internet and MMS Settings
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > More > Internet settings.
3
Tap ACCEPT. Once the settings have been downloaded successfully, appears
in the status bar and cellular data traffic is turned on automatically.
If the settings cannot be downloaded to your device, check the signal strength of your
cellphone or Wi-Fi network connections. Move to an open location free from obstructions or
get close to a window and then try again.
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To add internet and MMS settings manually
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > More > Mobile networks.
3
Select a SIM card.
4
Tap Access Point Names > .
5
Tap Name and enter a name as desired.
6
Tap APN and enter the access point name.
7
Enter all other information as required. If you don’t know what information is
required, contact your network operator for more details.
8
When you're done, tap
9
To select the APN that you have just added, tap the radio button besides the
, then tap SAVE.
name of the APN. Once selected, this APN becomes the default APN for internet
and MMS services.
To View Downloaded internet and MMS Settings
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > More > Mobile networks.
3
Select A SIM Card.
4
Tap Access Point Names.
5
To view more details, tap any of the available items.
.
Wi-Fi
Use Wi-Fi to surf the internet, download applications, or send and receive emails. Once
you connect to a Wi-Fi network, your device remembers the network and automatically
connects to it the next time you come within range.
Some Wi-Fi networks require you to log in to a web page before you can get access.
Contact the relevant Wi-Fi network administrator for more information.
Available Wi-Fi networks may be open or secured:
•
Open networks are indicated by
•
Secured networks are indicated by next to the Wi-Fi network name.
next to the Wi-Fi network name.
Some Wi-Fi networks do not show up in the list of available networks because they do not
broadcast their network name (SSID). If you know the network name, you can add it manually
to your list of available Wi-Fi networks.
To Turn Wi-Fi On or Off
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap
3
Tap the slider to enable or disable Wi-Fi.
It may take a few seconds before Wi-Fi is enabled.
Settings
>
Wi-Fi
.
To Connect to a Wi-Fi Network Automatically
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.
3
Tap the slider to turn on Wi-Fi. All available Wi-Fi networks are displayed.
4
Tap a Wi-Fi network to connect to it. For secured networks, enter the relevant
.
password. is displayed in the status bar once you are connected.
To search for new available networks, tap
network successfully, refer to the relevant troubleshooting tips for your device at
www.sonymobile.com/support/
.
, then tap Refresh. If you cannot connect to a Wi-Fi
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To Add a Wi-Fi Network Manually
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.
3
Tap > Add network.
4
Enter the Network name (SSID) information.
5
To select a security type, tap the Security field.
6
If required, enter a password.
7
To edit advanced options, such as proxy and IP settings, tap Advanced options
and then edit the options as desired.
8
Tap Save.
Contact your Wi-Fi network administrator to get the network SSID and password.
Increasing Wi-Fi Signal Strength
There are a number of things you can do to improve Wi-Fi reception:
•
Move your device closer to the Wi-Fi access point.
•
Move the Wi-Fi access point away from any potential obstructions or interference.
•
Don’t cover the Wi-Fi antenna area of your device (the highlighted area in the illustration).
Wi-Fi Settings
When you are connected to a Wi-Fi network or when there are Wi-Fi networks available
in your vicinity, you can view the status of these networks. You can also enable your
device to notify you whenever an open Wi-Fi network is detected.
To Enable Wi-Fi Network Notifications
1
Turn on Wi-Fi if it isn’t on already.
2
From your Homescreen, tap
3
Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.
4
Tap > Advanced.
5
Drag the slider beside Network notification to the right.
To View Detailed Information About a Connected Wi-Fi Network
1
From the Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.
3
Tap the Wi-Fi network you are currently connected to. Detailed network
information is displayed.
.
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To Add a Wi-Fi Sleep Policy
1
From the Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.
3
Tap , then tap Advanced > Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep.
4
Select an option.
To Find the MAC Address for Your Device
1
From the Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.
3
. The MAC address is displayed in the list.
Tap
WPS
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup™) is a wireless networking standard that helps you
establish secure wireless network connections. If you have little background knowledge
of wireless security, WPS makes it easy for you to set up Wi-Fi Protected Access®
(WPA) encryption to secure your network. You can also add new devices to an existing
network without entering long passwords.
Use one of these methods to enable WPS:
•
Push button method – simply push a button on a WPS-supported device, for example, a
router.
•
PIN method – your device creates a random PIN (Personal Identification Number), which
you enter on the WPS-supported device.
To Connect to a Wi-Fi Network Using a WPS Button
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.
3
Turn on Wi-Fi if it is not already on.
4
Tap
> Advanced > WPS Push Button, and then press the WPS button on the
WPS-supported device.
To Connect to a Wi-Fi Network Using a WPS PIN
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.
3
Turn on Wi-Fi if it is not already on.
4
Tap
> Advanced > WPS PIN Entry.
5
On the WPS-supported device, enter the PIN that appears on your device.
.
Sharing your mobile data connection
You can share your mobile data connection with other devices in several ways:
•
USB tethering
– share your mobile data connection with a single computer using a USB cable.
•
Bluetooth® tethering
– share your mobile data connection with up to five other devices via Bluetooth®.
•
Portable Wi-Fi hotspot
– share your mobile data connection simultaneously with up to 8 other devices, including
devices that support WPS technology.
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To Share Your Data Connection Using a USB Cable
1
Deactivate all USB cable connections to your device.
2
Using the USB cable that came with your device, connect your device to a
computer.
3
From your Home screen, tap
4
Find and tap Settings > More > Tethering & portable hotspot.
5
Drag the slider beside USB tethering to the right, and then tap OK if prompted.
.
is displayed in the status bar once you are connected.
6
To stop sharing your data connection, tap the USB tethering slider or disconnect
the USB cable.
You cannot share your device's data connection and SD card over a USB cable at the same
time.
To Share Your Mobile Data Connection with Another Bluetooth® Device
1
Make sure that your device and the other Bluetooth® device are paired with each
other and that cellular data traffic is activated on your device.
2
Your device: From your Home screen, tap
3
Find and tap Settings > More > Tethering & portable hotspot, and then tap the
.
Bluetooth tethering slider to enable the function.
4
Bluetooth® device: Set up the device so that it obtains its network connection
using Bluetooth®. If the device is a computer, refer to the relevant instructions to
complete the setup. If the device runs on the Android™ operating system, tap the
settings icon beside the name of the device that it is paired with under Settings >
Bluetooth
5
Your device: Tap Settings next to the paired device. Then, mark the Internet
>
Paired devices
access checkbox. Wait for
, then mark the
Internet access
checkbox.
to appear in the status bar. Once it appears, the
setup is complete.
6
To stop sharing your mobile data connection, tap the
Bluetooth tethering
slider
again to disable the function.
The
Bluetooth tethering function is turned off every time you turn off your device or turn off the
Bluetooth® function.
For more information about pairing and turning on mobile data traffic, see
with another Bluetooth® device
page 54.
on page 127 and
To Add a Virtual Private Network
To pair your device
To Use Your Device as a Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap
3
Tap Portable hotspot settings > Configure Wi-Fi hotspot.
4
Enter the
5
To select a security type, tap the Security field. If required, enter a password.
6
Tap Save.
7
Tap , and drag the slider beside Portable hotspot to the right.
8
If prompted, tap OK to confirm. appears in the status bar once the portable Wi-
Settings
Network name (SSID)
>
More
>
Tethering & portable hotspot
information.
.
Fi hotspot is active.
9
To stop sharing your data connection via Wi-Fi, drag the slider beside Portable
hotspot to the left.
To Allow a WPS-Supported Device to Use Your Cellular Data Connection
1
Make sure that your device is functioning as a portable Wi-Fi hotspot.
2
From your Home screen, tap
3
Find and tap Settings > More > Tethering & portable hotspot > Portable hotspot
.
settings.
4
Tap the Discoverable slider to enable the function.
5
Under Configure Wi-Fi hotspot, make sure that your portable hotspot is secured
by a password.
6
Tap WPS Push Button, then follow the relevant instructions. Alternatively, tap
WPS PIN Entry, then enter the PIN that appears on the WPS-supported device.
on
>
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To Rename or Secure Your Portable Hotspot
1
From the Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > More > Tethering & portable hotspot.
3
Tap Portable hotspot settings > Configure Wi-Fi hotspot.
4
Enter the Network name (SSID) for the network.
5
To select a security type, tap the Security field.
6
If required, enter a password.
7
Tap Save.
Controlling Data Usage
You can keep track of the amount of data transferred to and from your device over your
cellular data or Wi-Fi connection during a given period. For example, you can view the
amount of data used by individual applications. For data transferred over your cellular
data connection, you can also set data usage warnings and limits to avoid additional
charges.
Adjusting data usage settings can help you keep greater control over data usage, but cannot
guarantee the prevention of additional charges.
To Turn Data Traffic On or Off
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap
3
Tap the Mobile data traffic slider to turn data traffic on or off.
4
Select a SIM card to enable a cellular data network connection.
Settings
>
Data usage
.
.
When data
connections.
traffic is turned off, your device can still establish Wi-Fi and Bluetooth®
To Set a Data Usage Warning
1
Make sure mobile data traffic is turned on.
2
From your Home screen, tap
3
Find and tap
4
Select a SIM card.
5
To set the warning level, drag the warning line to the desired value. You can also
Settings
>
Data usage
.
.
enter the data limit manually by tapping on the number displayed beside the line.
You receive a warning notification when the amount of data traffic reaches the
level you set.
To Set a Mobile Data Usage Limit
1
Make sure mobile data traffic is turned on.
2
From your
3
Find and tap Settings > Data usage.
4
Tap the Mobile tab.
5
Select a SIM card.
6
Tap the slider beside Set cellular data limit to enable the function, and then tap
Home screen
, tap .
OK.
7
To set the mobile data usage limit, drag the data limit line to the desired value. You
can also set the data limit manually by tapping on the number displayed beside
the line.
Once your mobile data usage reaches the set limit, mobile data
turned off automatically.
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traffic on your device gets
To Control the Data Usage of Individual Applications
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Data usage.
3
Tap the application that you want to control, then tap the Restrict app
background data slider and tap OK.
4
To access more specific settings for the application, tap App settings and make
the desired changes.
The performance of individual applications may be affected if you change the related data
usage settings.
To Check Your Data Usage
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Data usage.
3
4
5
, then tap Show Wi‑Fi.
Tap
To view information about the amount of data transferred via Wi-Fi, tap the Wi-Fi
tab.
To view the information about the amount of data transferred via cellular data
connection, tap the Mobile data traffic.
.
Selecting a SIM card for data traffic
Either of the two SIM cards inserted in your device can handle data traffic, but only one
SIM card can be selected to handle data at any given time. You can select the SIM card
to use for data traffic during the initial setup of your device, or you can select or change it
later via the Settings menu.
To Change the SIM Card Used for Data Traffic
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap
3
Select the SIM card that 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.
Settings
>
Dual SIM
.
>
Mobile data traffic
.
Selecting mobile networks
Your device supports the use of two different networks at the same time. You can select
from the following network mode combinations when two SIM cards are inserted in your
device:
•
One LTE network and one GSM network
•
One WCDMA network and one GSM network
•
Two GSM networks
For each SIM card, you can set your device to switch automatically between mobile
networks depending on which mobile networks are available where you are. You can also
manually set your device to use a particular mobile network mode for each SIM card, for
example, WCDMA or GSM.
Different status icons are displayed in the status bar depending on the type or mode of
network that you are connected to. Refer to
different status icons look like.
Status icon
on page 32 to see what the
To Select a Network Mode
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > More > Mobile networks.
3
Select a SIM card.
4
Tap Preferred network type, then select a network mode.
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To Select Another Network Manually
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > More > Mobile networks.
3
Select a SIM card.
4
Tap Network operators.
5
Tap Search mode, then select Manual.
6
Select a network.
If you select a network manually, your device will not search for other networks, even if you
move out of range of the manually selected network.
To Activate Automatic Network Selection
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > More > Mobile networks.
3
Select a SIM card.
4
Tap Service providers.
5
Tap Search mode, then select Automatic.
Virtual private networks (VPNs)
Use your device to connect to virtual private networks (VPNs), which allow you to access
resources inside a secured local network from a public network. For example, VPN
connections are commonly used by corporations and educational institutions for users
who need to access intranets and other internal services when they are outside of the
internal network, for example, when they are traveling.
VPN connections can be set up in many ways, depending on the network. Some
networks may require you to transfer and install a security certificate on your device. For
detailed information about how to set up a connection to your virtual private network,
contact the network administrator of your company or organization.
If you are using a device with multiple users, you may need to log in as the owner, that is, the
primary user, to adjust the settings for VPN.
To Add a Virtual Private Network
1
From your
2
Find and tap Settings > More > VPN.
3
Tap .
4
Select the type of VPN to add.
5
Enter your VPN settings.
6
Tap Save.
Home screen
, tap .
To Connect to a Virtual Private Network
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > More > VPN.
3
In the list of available networks, tap the VPN that you want to connect to.
4
Enter the required information.
5
Tap Connect.
.
To Disconnect from a Virtual Private Network
1
Double-tap the status bar to open the Notification panel.
2
Tap the notification for the VPN connection to turn it off.
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Synchronizing data on your device
Synchronizing with Online Accounts
Synchronize your device with contacts, email, calendar events, and other information
from online accounts, for example, email accounts such as Gmail™ and Exchange
ActiveSync, Facebook™, and Flickr™. You can synchronize data automatically for such
accounts by activating the auto-sync function. Or you can synchronize each account
manually.
To Set Up an Online Account for Synchronization
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Tap Settings > Accounts > Add account, then select the account you want to
add.
3
Follow the instructions to create an account, or sign in if you already have an
account.
To synchronize manually with an online account
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Under Accounts, tap the name of the account that you want to synchronize with.
A list of items appears showing what can be synchronized with the account.
3
Tap the items that you want to synchronize.
To remove an online account
1
From your Homescreen, tap >
2
Under Accounts tap the name of the account that you want to remove.
3
Tap , then tap
4
Tap Remove account again to confirm.
Remove account
.
> Settings > Accounts.
Settings
.
>
Accounts
.
Synchronizing with Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®
If your company uses a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync account, you can access your
corporate email messages, calendar appointments, and contacts directly on your device.
After setup, you can find your information in the
applications.
To Set Up an EAS Account for Synchronization
1
Be sure to have your domain and server details available (as provided by your
corporate network administrator).
2
From your Homescreen, tap
3
Tap
Settings
4
Enter your corporate email address and password.
5
Tap Next. Your device begins to retrieve your account information. If a failure
occurs, enter the domain and server details for your account manually and then
tap Next.
6
Tap OK to allow your corporate server to control your device.
7
Select a synchronization method, a synchronization interval, and what data you
want to sync with your device, such as contacts and calendar entries.
8
Tap Next, then select the way to receive a notification when you receive new mail.
9
Tap Next again. Enter a name for the corporate account, then tap Finish setup.
10
If prompted, activate the device administrator to allow your corporate server to set
certain security rules on your device, such as disabling voice recording and using
storage encryption. Otherwise, the account setup fails.
When you change the login password for an EAS account on your computer, you have to log in
again to the EAS account on your device.
>
Accounts
.
>
Add account
>
Email, Calendar
Exchange ActiveSync
and
.
Contacts
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To Change the Settings of an EAS Account
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Email, and then tap .
3
Tap Settings, select an EAS account, and then change the settings of the EAS
account as desired.
To set a synchronisation interval for an EAS account
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Tap Email, then tap .
3
Tap Settings and select an EAS account.
4
Tap Check frequency > Check frequency and select an interval option.
To Remove an EAS Account
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Under Accounts, tap Exchange ActiveSync, then select the EAS account you
> Settings > Accounts.
want to remove.
3
Tap , then tap Remove account.
4
Tap Remove account again to confirm.
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Basic settings
Accessing settings
View and change settings for your device from the Settings menu. The Settings menu is
accessible from both the Application screen and the Quick settings panel.
To Open the Device Settings Menu from the Application Screen
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings.
To view information about your device
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > About phone.
To Open or Close the Quick Settings Panel
•
To open the Quick settings panel, drag the status bar downward.
To Turn On the Flashlight
1
Drag the status bar downward using two fingers.
2
1
2
.
Tap
To Select which Settings to Display on the Quick Settings Panel
Drag the status bar downward, then tap
In the bar at the top of the screen, touch and hold the icon for the quick setting
you want to add, then drag and drop it in the lower part of the screen.
.
.
.
To Rearrange the Quick Settings Panel
1
Drag the status bar downward, then tap .
2
Touch and hold an icon, then move it to the desired position.
Volume settings
You can adjust the ringtone volume for incoming calls and notifications as well as for
music and video playback.
To adjust the ringtone volume with the volume key
•
Press the volume key up or down.
To Adjust the Media Playing Volume with the Volume Key
•
When playing music or watching video, press the volume key up or down, even
when the screen is locked.
To Turn on Vibrate Mode
•
Press the volume key up or down until appears.
To Adjust the Volume Levels
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification.
3
Drag the volume sliders to the desired positions.
You can also press the volume key up or down and tap
playback, or alarm volume levels separately.
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to adjust the ringtone, media
To Set Your Device to Vibrate for Incoming Calls
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification.
3
Tap the Also vibrate for calls slider to enable the function.
To Set a Ringtone
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Phone ringtone.
3
Select a SIM card.
4
Select an option from the list or tap
and select a music file that is saved on your
device.
5
To confirm, tap Done.
To Select the Notification Sound
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Notification sound.
3
Select an option from the list, or tap
.
and select a music file that is saved on
your device.
4
To confirm, tap Done.
Some applications have their own specific notification sounds, which you can select from the
application settings.
To Enable Touch Tones
1
From your
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Other sounds.
3
Tap the sliders to enable or disable the different touch tones as desired.
Home screen
, tap .
Do Not Disturb Mode
You can set your device to Do not disturb mode and decide how long your device will be
in Do not disturb mode manually. You can also preset when your device will be in Do not
disturb mode automatically.
To Activate Do Not Disturb Mode
1
Drag the status bar downward to access the Quick settings panel.
2
Find and tap .
3
Select an option, then tap Done.
To Quickly Shift Between Do Not Disturb/Vibrate/Sound Mode
1
Press the volume key up or down until
2
Tap or to quickly shift between Vibrate/Sound mode. To activate Do not
disturb mode, press the volume key down when in vibrate mode.
To Schedule Do Not Disturb Mode Time Intervals
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Do not disturb> Automatic rules.
3
Select the time or event to schedule Do not disturb mode for, or add a new rule.
4
Enter the desired name for the rule, and then tap OK
5
Find and tap Days and mark the checkboxes for the relevant days, then tap
Done.
6
To adjust the start time, tap Start time and select a value, and then tap OK.
7
To adjust the end time, tap End time and select a value, and then tap OK. Your
device stays in Do not disturb mode during the selected time interval.
, , or appears.
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Setting Exceptions for Do Not Disturb Mode
You can select which types of notifications are allowed to sound in Do not disturb mode
and you can filter exceptions based on who the notifications come from. The most
common types of exceptions include:
•
Events and reminders
•
Calls
•
Messages
•
Alarms
To Allow Exceptions in Do Not Disturb Mode
1
From the Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Do not disturb > Allowed in
Priority only.
3
Tap the slider for the desired option.
To Set Notifications as Exceptions in Do Not Disturb Mode
1
From the Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Do not disturb > Allowed in
Priority only.
3
Select an option.
To Associate Exceptions with Specific Contact Types
1
From the Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap
Priority only.
3
Tap
Calls
4
Select an option.
Settings
or
Messages
>
.
.
.
Sound & notification
.
>
Do not disturb
>
Allowed in
To Allow Alarms to Sound in Do Not Disturb Mode
1
Press the volume key down until
2
Tap , and then adjust the slider beside .
appears.
Screen settings
To Adjust the Screen Brightness Manually Regardless of Lighting Conditions
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Display and tap the Adaptive brightness slider to disable
this function, if it is not already disabled.
3
Tap Brightness level.
4
Drag the slider to adjust the brightness.
Lowering the brightness level helps the battery last longer.
To Set the Screen to Vibrate on Touch
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Other sounds.
3
Drag the slider beside Vibrate on touch to the right. The screen now vibrates
when you tap soft keys and certain applications.
To adjust the idle time before the screen turns off
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Display > Sleep.
3
Select an option.
.
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To Adjust the Font Size
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Display > Font size.
3
Select the preferred option.
To Adjust the White Balance of the Display
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Display > White balance.
3
Drag the sliders to the desired positions to adjust the white balance.
To revert the white balance setting back to its default values, tap > Default values.
Smart backlight control
The smart backlight control keeps the screen on as long as the device is held in your
hand. Once you put down the device, the screen turns off according to your sleep
setting.
To Enable or Disable the Smart Backlight Control Function
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Display > Smart backlight control.
3
Tap the slider to enable or disable the function.
.
Glove mode
Using glove mode, you can wear gloves and still navigate the screen on your device.
When you use glove mode, a cursor ring appears on the area of the screen where a
touch is registered.
To Enable Glove Mode
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Tap the
The sensitivity depends on the size of the contact area between the screen and the gloved
finger that you use to navigate the screen.
Glove mode
slider.
> Settings > Display.
Screen Pinning
Use screen pinning to set your device to display only the screen for a specific application.
For example, if you are playing a game and you accidentally touch the Home navigation
key, the screen pinning feature prevents the active game app screen from being
minimized. You can also use this feature when you lend your device to another person to
make it harder for them to access more than one screen or application. For example, you
can lend your phone to somebody to make a phone call and pin the screen to the Phone
application so that the person can't easily use other apps such as Messaging or Email.
Screen pinning is not a security feature and does not fully prevent other users from unpinning a
screen and accessing your device. To protect your data, you should set up your device to
request a screen lock PIN, password, or pattern before someone can unpin the screen.
To Enable or Disable Screen Pinning
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen pinning.
3
Tap the slider to enable or disable the function.
4
If you have enabled Screen pinning, you can tap the Lock device when unpinning
slider to enable or disable this additional security function.
.
A pattern, PIN, or password is not mandatory for screen pinning to work.
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To Pin a Screen
1
Make sure screen pinning is activated on your device.
2
Open an app and go to the screen you want to pin.
3
Tap .
4
To display the screen pinning icon
5
6
1
2
.
Tap
In the pop-up window that appears, tap Got it.
To Unpin a Screen
On the pinned screen, touch and hold and at the same time.
Release both buttons.
If you selected a security option when you activated the screen pinning function, you have to
enter your pattern, PIN, or password to unlock the device before the screen can be unpinned.
, swipe upward.
Application settings
Some apps will ask for permissions once you start using them. You can allow or deny
permissions individually for each app, either from the Settings menu or from the
Permission confirm dialog. Permission requirements depend on the app’s design.
Allowing or denying permissions
You can choose whether to allow or deny permissions when the dialog is shown. If you
have used another Android version previously, most apps will have already been granted
the necessary permissions.
To allow a permission
1
To allow a permission, tap
2
When the confirm dialog appears for the second time, you can choose the Never
ask again
3
A dialog will also explain why the app needs the permissions and what it uses
them for specifically. To dismiss this dialog, tap OK.
To deny a permission
•
To deny a permission, tap
Some applications can still be used even if you have denied permissions.
option if you wish.
.
Allow
when the dialog is shown.
Deny
Critical permissions
Some permissions are mandatory for apps to work as intended. In such cases, a dialog
will inform you.
To Configure Applications
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Apps > .
3
Select a configuration option, such as App permissions, and then choose an
application that you want to configure.
To Allow Critical Permissions
1
To allow a permission, tap Continue > APP INFO > Permissions.
2
Find the critical permission you need.
3
Drag the slider to the right.
Allowing or Denying Automatic Application Updates
If the automatic update feature is enabled, your applications get updated without you
being asked, so you may not realize that large volumes of data are being downloaded. In
order to avoid potentially high data transfer costs, you can disable automatic updates or
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enable automatic updates only over Wi-Fi connection. You have to disable the automatic
update feature both in the Play Store™ app and the What's New app (where available) to
avoid the automatic updating of apps.
To Enable or Disable Automatic Updates for All Applications in the Play Store
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
3
, then tap Settings > Auto-update apps.
Tap
Select the preferred option.
, then find and tap .
To Enable or Disable Automatic Updates for All Applications in What’s New
1
From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap .
2
3
, then tap Settings > Auto-update apps.
Tap
Select the preferred option.
Application linking
Your device can determine the default app to handle a particular web link. This means
that if the link is set, you don’t need to select an app each time you open a link. You can
change the default app any time you want.
To Manage App Links from the Settings Menu
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap
3
Tap and find App links.
4
Select an app and adjust the settings as desired.
Settings
>
Apps
.
.
Resetting Your Applications
You can reset an application or clear application data if your application stops
responding or causes issues with your device.
To Reset Application Preferences
1
From your
2
Find and tap Settings > Apps.
3
Tap , then tap
Resetting application preferences does not delete any application data from your device.
Home screen
Reset app preferences
To Clear Application Data
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap
3
Select an application or service, then tap Storage > CLEAR DATA > OK.
When you clear application data, data for the selected application is deleted from your device
permanently. The option to clear application data is not available for every application or
service.
Settings
To Clear Application Cache
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Apps.
3
Select an application or service, and then tap Storage > CLEAR CACHE.
, tap .
>
Apps
>
RESET APPS
.
.
.
The option to clear the application cache is not available for every application or service.
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To Clear the Application Default Setting
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Apps.
3
Select an application or service, and then tap Open by default > CLEAR
DEFAULTS.
The option to clear the application default setting is not available for every application or
service.
Daydream
Daydream is an interactive screen saver that automatically displays colors, photos or a
slideshow while your device is docked or charging and the screen is idle.
On a device with multiple users, each user can have individual Daydream settings.
To Enable or Disable the Daydream Screen Saver
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Display > Daydream.
3
Tap the slider to enable or disable the function.
To Select Content for the Daydream Screen Saver
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap
3
Tap the slider to enable the function.
4
Select what you want to display when the screen saver is active.
Settings
>
Display
.
.
>
Daydream
.
To Start the Daydream Screen Saver Manually
1
From your
2
Find and tap Settings > Display > Daydream.
3
Tap the slider to enable the function.
4
To activate the Daydream screen saver immediately, tap , and then tap Start now.
Home screen
, tap
.
Language Settings
You can select a default language for your device and change it again at a later time. You
can also change the writing language for text input.
To Change the Language
1
From the Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap
3
Select an option.
4
Tap OK.
If you select the wrong language and cannot read the menu texts,
the text beside and select the first entry in the menu that opens. You can then select the
language you want.
Settings
>
Language & input
>
Language
.
find and tap . Then, select
Date and time
You can change the date and time on your device.
To Set the Date Manually
1
From the Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Date & time.
3
Disable the Automatic date & time function by tapping the slider.
4
Tap Set date.
5
Flick left or right, or use the arrows to set the desired date.
6
Tap OK.
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To Set the Time Manually
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Date & time.
3
Disable the Automatic date & time function by tapping the slider.
4
Tap Set time.
5
Select the relevant values for the hour and minute.
6
Tap OK.
To Set the Time Zone
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Date & time.
3
Disable the Automatic time zone function by tapping the slider.
4
Tap Select time zone.
5
Select an option.
.
Enhancing the sound output
You can enhance the sound of your device by manually enabling individual sound
settings such as Equalizer and Surround sound. You can also enable the Dynamic
normalizer to minimize volume differences between songs or videos.
To Enhance the Sound Output Automatically
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap
3
Enable the ClearAudio+ function by tapping the slider.
Settings
>
Sound & notification
.
>
Audio settings
.
To Adjust the Sound Settings Manually
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap
3
Disable the ClearAudio+ and DSEE HX functions if they are enabled by tapping
the sliders.
4
Tap Sound effects > Equalizer.
5
Select a preset arrangement from the drop-down list, or adjust the sound settings
manually by dragging the sliders up or down.
The manual adjustment of sound output settings has no effect on voice communication
applications. For example, there is no change in the voice call sound quality.
To Minimize Volume Differences Using the Dynamic Normalizer
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap
3
Disable the DSEE HX function by tapping the slider if it is enabled.
4
Enable the Dynamic normalizer function by tapping the slider.
Settings
Settings
>
Sound & notification
>
Sound & notification
>
Audio settings
>
Audio settings
.
.
Multiple User Accounts
Your device supports multiple user accounts so that different users can log in separately
to the device and use it. Multiple user accounts work well in situations where you share
the same device with other people or lend your device to someone to use for a while.
The user who sets up the device for the first time becomes the owner of the device. Only
the owner can manage the accounts of other users. Apart from the owner account, there
are two different types of accounts:
•
Regular User: This account type is suitable for someone who regularly uses your device.
•
Guest User: Enable the guest account option for someone who just wants to use your
device temporarily.
Some features are only available to the owner. For example, only the owner can allow
downloads from sources other than Google Play™.
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About the Regular User Account
By adding Regular User accounts, you can allow different users to have different
homescreens, wallpapers, and general settings. They also get separate access to
applications and memory storage for files such as music and photos. You can add up to
three regular user accounts on your device.
To Add a Regular User Account
1
Make sure you are logged in as the owner, that is, the user who set up the device
for the first time.
2
From your Home screen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Users > Add user.
4
Tap OK. The new account is now created.
5
Tap SET UP NOW. The screen locks and an icon representing the newly added
user appears in the top-right corner.
6
Unlock the screen by swiping upwards.
7
Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the account for the user.
You can also add a regular user account from the status bar on any screen. Just drag the
status bar fully downward and tap the user icon, and then tap Add user.
To Enable or Disable Outgoing Phone Calls for a Regular User Account
1
Be sure you are logged in as the owner.
2
From your Home screen, tap
3
Find and tap
4
Tap beside the name of the relevant user, then tap the Turn on phone calls
Settings
>
Users
slider to enable or disable the function for the user.
.
.
To Delete a Regular User Account from Your Device
1
Be sure you are logged in as the owner.
2
From your Home screen, tap
3
Find and tap
4
Tap
user
>
Settings
beside the name of the user who you want to delete, and then tap Remove
.
Delete
>
Users
.
.
About the Guest User Account
If someone just wants to use your device temporarily, you can enable a guest account
for that user. In Guest mode, your device starts up as a freshly installed system with only
the preinstalled apps. Once your guest is finished using your device, you can wipe the
session clean so that the next guest can start fresh. The Guest User account is
preinstalled and cannot be deleted.
To Activate the Guest User Account
1
Make sure you are logged in as the owner, that is, the user who set up the device
for the first time.
2
From your Home screen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Users > Guest.
You can also activate the guest user account from the status bar on any screen. Just drag the
status bar fully downward and tap the user icon, and then tap Add guest.
To Enable or Disable Outgoing Phone Calls for a Guest User Account
1
Be sure you are logged in as the owner.
2
From your Home screen, tap
3
Find and tap Settings > Users.
4
Tap beside Guest, then tap the Turn on phone calls slider to enable or disable
the function for the guest user.
.
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To Clear the Guest Session Data
1
Make sure you are logged in to the guest account.
2
From your Home screen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Users.
4
Find and tap Remove guest.
5
Tap Remove.
You can also clear the guest session from the status bar on any screen as long as you are
logged in to the guest account. Just drag the status bar downward and tap the user icon, and
then tap Remove guest.
Switching between Multiple User Accounts
To Switch Between Multiple User Accounts
1
To view the list of users, drag the status bar downward using two fingers, then tap
the user icon at the top right of the screen.
2
Tap the icon representing the user account that you want to switch to. The lock
screen for that user account appears.
When you switch to the guest account, tap Start over if you want to wipe the previous session
or tap Yes, continue to continue the previous session.
Settings for Multiple User Accounts
There are three different types of settings on devices with multiple users:
•
Settings that can be changed by any user and affect all users. Examples include
language, Wi-Fi, Airplane mode, NFC, and Bluetooth®.
•
Settings that only affect an individual user account. Examples include automatic data
syncing, screen lock, various accounts added, and wallpaper.
•
Settings that are only visible to the owner and affect all users, for example, VPN settings.
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Typing text
On-Screen Keyboard
You can enter text with the on-screen QWERTY keyboard by tapping each letter
individually, or you can use the Gesture input feature and slide your finger from letter to
letter to form words. If you prefer to use a smaller version of the on-screen keyboard and
input text using only one hand, you can activate the one-handed keyboard instead.
You can select up to three languages for text input. The Smart language detection
feature detects the language you are using and predicts the words for that language as
you type. Some applications open the on-screen keyboard automatically, such as email
and text messaging applications.
1 Delete a character before the cursor.
2 Enter a carriage return or confirm text input.
3 Enter a space.
4 Personalize your keyboard. This key disappears after the keyboard is personalized.
5
Display numbers and symbols. For even more symbols, tap .
6
Switch between lower-case , upper-case , and caps . For some languages, this key is used to
access extra characters in the language.
To display the on-screen keyboard to enter text
•
Tap a text entry field.
To use the on-screen keyboard in landscape orientation
•
When the on-screen keyboard is displayed, turn the device sideways.
You may need to adjust the settings in some applications to enable landscape orientation.
To enter text character by character
1
To enter a character visible on the keyboard, tap the character.
2
To enter a character variant, touch and hold a regular keyboard character to get a
list of available options, then select from the list. For example, to enter "é," touch
and hold "e" until other options appear, then, while keeping your finger pressed on
the keyboard, drag to and select "é."
To enter a period
•
After you enter a word, double-tap the space bar.
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To Enter Text Using the Gesture Input Function
1
When the on-screen keyboard is displayed, slide your finger from letter to letter to
trace the word you want to write.
2
After you finish entering a word, lift up your finger. A word suggestion appears
based on the letters you have traced.
3
If the word you wish to use does not appear, tap to see other options and
select accordingly. If the desired option does not appear, delete the entire word
and trace it again, or enter the word by tapping each letter individually.
To Change the Gesture Input Settings
1
When the on-screen keyboard is displayed, tap .
2
3
, then tap Keyboard settings.
Tap
To activate or deactivate the Gesture input function, drag the slider beside
Gesture input to the on or off position.
To use the one-handed keyboard
1
Open the on-screen keyboard in portrait mode, then tap
2
3
, then tap One-handed keyboard.
Tap
To move the one-handed keyboard to the left or right side of the screen, tap or
.
accordingly.
To return to using the full on-screen keyboard, tap .
Phonepad
The Phonepad is similar to a standard 12-key telephone keypad. It gives you predictive
text and multi-tap input options. You can activate the Phonepad text input method via
the keyboard settings. The Phonepad is only available in portrait orientation.
1 Choose a text input option. You can tap each character once and use word suggestions, or keep tapping
the key until the desired character is selected.
2 Delete a character before the cursor.
3 Enter a carriage return or confirm text input.
4 Enter a space.
5 Display symbols and smileys.
6 Display numbers.
7 Change the character case and turn on the caps lock.
To open the Phonepad for the first time
1
Tap a text entry field, then tap .
2
Tap
, then tap Keyboard settings.
3
Tap Portrait keyboard, then select the Phonepad option.
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To Enter Text using the Phonepad
•
When appears in the Phonepad, tap each character key only once, even if the
letter you want is not the first letter on the key. Tap and hold the candidates row to
view more word suggestions and select a word from the list.
•
When appears in the Phonepad, tap the on-screen key for the character you
want to enter. Keep tapping this button until the desired character is selected.
Then do the same for the next character you want to enter, and so on.
To enter numbers using the Phonepad
•
When the Phonepad is displayed, tap . A Phonepad with numbers appears.
To insert symbols and smileys using the Phonepad
1
When the Phonepad is displayed, tap
appears.
2
Scroll up or down to view more options. Tap a symbol or smiley to select it.
. A grid with symbols and smileys
Entering text using voice input
When you enter text, you can use the voice input function instead of typing the words.
Just speak the words that you want to enter. Voice input is an experimental technology
from Google™, and is available for a number of languages and regions.
To Enable Voice Input
1
When the on-screen keyboard is displayed, tap
2
Tap
, then tap
3
Drag the slider beside Google™ voice typing key to the right.
4
Tap to save your settings. A microphone icon now appears on your on-screen
keyboard.
Keyboard settings
.
.
To Enter Text Using Voice Input
1
Open the on-screen keyboard and make sure that the voice input feature is
enabled.
2
Tap . When appears, speak to enter text.
3
When you're finished, tap again. The suggested text appears.
4
Edit the text manually if necessary.
Editing text
You can select, cut, copy and paste text as you write. You can access the editing
options by double-tapping the entered text. The editing options then become available
via an application bar.
Text Editing Bar
After selecting text by double-tapping on a word, an editing bar appears with several
tools available:
• Cut
• Copy
• Paste
• Share
• Select all
• Assist
Paste option only appears when you have text saved on the clipboard.
The
To Select Text
1
Double-tap a word to highlight it.
2
You can drag the tabs on both sides of the highlighted word to select more text.
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To Edit Text
1
Double-tap a word to make the application bar appear.
2
Select the text you want to edit, and then use the application bar to make your
desired changes.
Personalizing the On-Screen Keyboard
When entering text using the on-screen keyboard, you can access keyboard and other
text input settings that help you, for example to set options for writing languages, text
prediction and correction. You can get word suggestions for one language at a time by
deactivating the Smart language detection feature.
The keyboard can use text that you have written in messaging and other applications to
learn your writing style. There is also a Personalization guide that runs you through the
most basic settings to get you started quickly. You can select to use other keyboards
and switch between keyboards. For example, you can select the Xperia™ Chinese
keyboard or the Xperia™ Japanese keyboard.
To access the on-screen keyboard settings
1
When you enter text using the on-screen keyboard, tap
2
3
, and then tap Keyboard settings and change the settings as desired.
Tap
To add a writing language for text input, tap Writing languages and mark the
relevant checkboxes.
To change the word suggestion settings
1
When you enter text using the on-screen keyboard, tap .
2
Tap
, then tap Keyboard settings > Word suggestions.
3
Select an option.
.
To Change Writing Language Using the On-Screen Keyboard
•
When you enter text using the on-screen keyboard, tap the writing language icon
to switch between the selected writing languages. For example, tap
until the
desired writing language appears.
This feature is only available if you have added more than one input language.
To use your writing style
1
When you enter text using the on-screen keyboard, tap .
2
Tap , then tap
Keyboard settings
>
Use my writing style
and select a source.
To Change the Smart Language Detection Settings
To use Smart language detection, more than one language must be selected in
languages. Also note that only languages using the Latin alphabet are supported.
1
When the on-screen keyboard is displayed, tap
2
Tap , then tap Keyboard settings .
3
To activate or deactivate the Smart language detection function, drag the slider
.
Writing
beside Smart language detection to the on or off position.
To Select a Keyboard Layout Variant
Layout variants for the on-screen keyboard may not be available for all writing languages. You
can select different keyboard layouts for each writing language.
1
When you enter text using the on-screen keyboard, tap .
2
Tap
, then tap Keyboard settings.
3
Tap Writing languages, then tap beside a writing language.
4
Select a keyboard layout variant.
5
Tap OK to confirm.
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To Select a Different Keyboard
1
When you enter text using the on-screen keyboard, tap at the bottom-right of
the screen.
2
Select an option.
To enable more keyboard options, tap More keyboards, then drag the relevant sliders to the
right.
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Calling
Making calls
You can make a call by manually dialing a phone number, by tapping a number saved in
your contacts list, or by tapping the phone number in your call log view. You can also use
the smart dial function to quickly find numbers from your contacts list and call logs by
entering part of a contact number or name and selecting from the suggestions that
appear.
1 View more options
2 Delete number
3 Dialpad
4 Call button
To Open the Dialpad
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap .
3
If the dialpad does not appear, tap
To Dial a Phone Number
1
From your
2
Find and tap .
3
If the call log appears, tap
4
Enter the phone number, and tap or .
To delete a number entered by mistake, tap
To Make a Call Using Smart Dial
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap .
3
If the call log appears, tap to display the dialpad.
4
Use the dialpad to enter letters or numbers that correspond to the contact you
want to call. As you enter each letter or number, a list of possible matches
appears.
5
Tap the contact that you want to call.
6
Select a SIM card.
Home screen
, tap .
to display the dialpad.
.
.
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To Make an International Call
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap . The call log is displayed.
3
Tap to display the dialpad.
4
Touch and hold 0 until a “+” sign appears.
5
Enter the country code, the area code without the initial zeros, followed by the
phone number. Then, select a SIM card by tapping or .
To Add a Direct Dial Number to Your Homescreen
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates and
the customization menu appears.
2
In the customization menu, tap Widgets > Shortcuts.
3
Scroll through the list of applications and select Direct dial.
4
Select the contact and the number that you want to use as the direct dial number.
Showing or hiding your phone number
You can select to show or hide your phone number on call recipients' devices when you
call them.
To Show or Hide Your Phone Number During Outgoing Calls
1
From the Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Call.
3
Select a SIM card.
4
Tap Additional settings > Caller ID, and choose an option.
.
This option may not be provided by every operator.
Receiving calls
If you receive an incoming call when the device is in sleep mode or the screen is locked,
the phone application opens in fullscreen format. If you receive an incoming call when the
screen is active, the incoming call is displayed as a heads-up notification, that is, in a
minimized window that floats at the top of whatever screen is open. When such a
notification arrives, you can choose to answer the call and open the phone application
screen, or you can reject the call and stay on the current screen.
To Answer an Incoming Call when the Screen is Inactive
•
Drag
To answer an incoming call when the screen is active
•
In the heads-up notification that appears at the top of the screen, tap
To Decline an Incoming Call when the Screen is Inactive
•
When a call comes in, drag to the left.
to the right.
ANSWER
Instead of answering the call, you can go to the main phone application screen by tapping the
upper part of the heads-up notification window. Using this method, you get more options to
manage the call. For example, you can decide to reject the call with a message or forward the
call to the answering machine.
.
To Reject an Incoming Call when the Screen is Active
•
In the heads-up notification that appears at the top of the screen, tap DECLINE.
Instead of rejecting the call, you can go to the main phone application screen by tapping the
upper part of the heads-up notification window. Using this method, you get more options to
manage the call. For example, you can decide to reject the call with a message .
To mute the ringtone for an incoming call
•
When you receive the call, press the volume key.
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Using the Answering Machine
You can use the answering machine application on your device to answer calls when you
are busy or miss a call. You can enable the automatic answering function and specify
how many seconds should pass before a call is answered automatically. You can also
manually route calls to the answering machine when you are too busy to answer them.
Later, you can listen to any messages left on your answering machine.
Before using the answering machine, you must record a greeting message.
To record a greeting message for the answering machine
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Call.
3
Select a SIM card.
4
Tap Answering Machine > Greetings.
5
Tap Record new greeting and follow the on-screen instructions.
To Enable or Disable Automatic Answering
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Call.
3
Select a SIM card and tap Answering Machine.
4
Tap the Answering Machine slider.
If you don't set a time delay for the automatic answering of calls, the default value is used.
To set a time delay for automatic answering
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap
3
Select a SIM card and tap Answering Machine.
4
Tap
Pick up after
5
Adjust the time by scrolling up and down.
6
Tap
Done
Settings
.
>
.
Call
.
.
To Forward an Incoming Call to the Answering Machine
•
When a call comes in, tap
Response options
, and then select
Reject with
Answering Machine.
When a call comes in, you can also just wait until the preset time delay elapses so that the
answering machine picks up the call automatically.
To listen to messages on the answering machine
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap
3
Select a SIM card.
4
Tap Answering Machine > Messages.
5
Select the voice message you want to listen to.
You can also listen to answering machine messages directly from the call log by tapping
Settings
>
Call
.
Rejecting a call with a text message
You can reject a call with a text message. When you reject a call with such a message,
the message is automatically sent to the caller and stored in the Messaging conversation
with the contact.
You can select from a number of predefined messages available on your device, or you
can create a new message. You can also create your own personalized messages by
editing the predefined ones.
.
To Reject a Call with a Text Message When the Screen Is Inactive
1
When an incoming call arrives, tap Response options.
2
Select a predefined message or tap Write new message.
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To Reject a Call with a Text Message When the Screen Is Active
1
When an incoming call arrives, tap the upper part of the heads-up notification
window where the phone number or the name of the contact is displayed.
2
Tap Response options.
3
Select a predefined message or tap Write new message.
To Reject a Second Call with a Text Message
1
When you hear repeated beeps during a call, tap Response options.
2
Select a predefined message or tap Write new message.
To Edit the Text Message Used to Reject a Call
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Call > General > Reject call with message.
3
Tap the message you want to edit, then make the necessary changes.
4
Tap OK.
.
Ongoing calls
1 End a call
2 Make a second call
3 Put the current call on hold or retrieve a call on hold
4 Enter DTMF digits during a call
5 Mute the microphone during a call
6 Turn on the loudspeaker during a call
To change the ear speaker volume during a call
•
Press the volume key up or down.
Using the call log
In the call log, you can view missed calls , received calls and dialed calls .
To Open the Call Log
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap
To view your missed calls
1
When you have missed a call, appears in the status bar. Drag the status bar
downwards.
2
Tap Missed call.
.
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To Call a Number from Your Call Log
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap . The call log is displayed.
3
To call a number directly from the call log, tap the number and select a SIM card.
To edit a number before calling, touch and hold the number, then tap Edit number
before call.
To Add a Number from the Call Log to Your Contacts
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap .
3
Touch and hold a number displayed in the call log, and then tap Add to a contact.
4
Select an existing contact to add the number to, or tap Create new contact.
5
Edit the contact details, and then tap SAVE.
To View Call Log Options
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap .
3
.
Tap
You can also access general call settings by following the steps above.
.
Forwarding Calls
You can direct calls to a different recipient, such as another phone number, another
device, or an answering service. You can also 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.
To Forward Calls
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap
3
Select a SIM card.
4
Tap
Call forwarding
5
Enter the number you want to forward calls to, then tap Turn on.
To Turn Off Call Forwarding
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap
3
Select a SIM card.
4
Tap
Call forwarding
5
Select an option, then tap Turn off.
To Enable the Dual SIM Reachability Function
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Dual SIM > Dual SIM reachability.
3
Under Dual SIM reachability, tap the slider to enable the function.
4
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the procedure.
If the Dual SIM reachability function does not work after you enable it, check you have entered
the phone numbers correctly for each SIM card. In some cases, the numbers are detected
automatically during setup. Otherwise, you are prompted to enter them manually.
Settings
Settings
>
Call
and select an option.
>
Call
.
.
.
.
Restricting calls
You can block all or certain categories of incoming and outgoing calls. If you have
received a PIN2 code from your service provider, you can also use a list of Fixed Dialing
Numbers (FDNs) to restrict outgoing calls. If your subscription includes a voicemail
service, you can send all incoming calls from a specific contact directly to voicemail. If
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you want to block a certain number, you can go to Google Play™ and download
applications that support this function.
FDN is not supported by all network operators. Contact your network operator to verify if your
SIM card or network service supports this feature.
To Block Incoming or Outgoing Calls
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Call.
3
Select a SIM card.
4
Tap Call Barring, and then select an option.
5
Enter the password and tap Turn on.
When you set up call barring for the first time, you need to enter a password. You must use
this same password later if you want to edit call barring settings.
To Enable or Disable Fixed Dialing
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Call.
3
Select a SIM card.
4
Tap Fixed dialing numbers.
5
Tap Activate fixed dialing or Deactivate fixed dialing.
6
Enter your PIN2 and tap OK.
To Access the List of Accepted Call Recipients
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap
3
Select a SIM card.
4
Tap
Fixed dialing numbers
Settings
>
Call
.
.
>
Fixed dialing numbers
.
To Change the SIM Card PIN2
1
From the
2
Find and tap Settings > Call.
3
Select a SIM card.
4
Tap Fixed dialing numbers > Change PIN2.
5
Enter the old SIM card PIN2 and tap OK.
6
Enter the new SIM card PIN2 and tap OK.
7
Confirm the new PIN2 and tap OK.
Home screen
, tap .
To Send Incoming Calls from a Specific Contact Directly to Voicemail
1
From your
2
Find and tap .
3
Select the desired contact.
4
Tap
5
Mark the checkbox beside All calls to voicemail.
6
Tap SAVE.
Home screen
> .
, tap .
Multiple calls
If you have activated call waiting, you can handle multiple calls at the same time. When it
is activated, you will be notified by a beep if you receive another call.
To Activate or Deactivate Call Waiting
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Call.
3
Select a SIM card.
4
Tap Additional settings.
5
To activate or deactivate call waiting, tap Call waiting.
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To Answer a Second Call and Put the Ongoing Call on Hold
1
When you hear repeated beeps during a call, drag to the right.
2
Tap Hold call.
To reject a second call
•
When you hear repeated beeps during a call, drag to the left.
To Make a Second Call
1
During an ongoing call, tap . The call log is displayed.
2
Tap to display the dialpad.
3
Enter the number of the recipient and tap . The first call is put on hold.
To Switch Between Multiple Calls
•
To switch to another call and put the current call on hold, tap On hold.
Conference calls
With a conference or multiparty call, you can have a joint conversation with two or more
people.
For details about the number of participants that you can add to a conference call, contact
your network operator.
To Make a Conference Call
1
During an ongoing call, tap . The call log appears.
2
To display the dialpad, tap
3
Dial the number of the second participant and tap
hold temporarily.
4
To add the second participant to the call and start the conference, tap .
5
To add more participants to the call, repeat the relevant steps as described above.
.
. The first participant is put on
To Have a Private Conversation with a Conference Call Participant
1
During an ongoing conference call, tap
2
Tap the telephone number of the participant you want to have a private
conversation with.
3
To end the private conversation and return to the conference call, tap
To release a participant from a conference call
1
During an ongoing conference call, tap Manage conference.
2
Tap next to the participant you want to release.
To End a Conference Call
•
During the conference call, tap .
Manage conference
.
.
Voicemail
If your subscription includes a voicemail service, callers can leave voice messages for
you when you can't answer calls. Your voicemail service number is normally saved on
your SIM card. If not, you can get the number from your service provider and enter it
manually.
To Enter Your Voicemail Number
1
From the Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Call.
3
Select a SIM card.
4
Tap Voicemail > Voicemail settings > Voicemail number.
5
Enter your voicemail number.
6
Tap OK.
.
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To call your voicemail service
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Phone. The call log is displayed.
3
Tap to display the dialpad.
4
Touch and hold 1.
5
Select a SIM card.
Emergency calls
Your device supports international emergency numbers, for example, 112 or 911. You
can normally use these numbers to make emergency calls in any country, with or without
a SIM card inserted if you are within range of a network.
To Make an Emergency Call
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap Phone. The call log is displayed.
3
4
to display the dialpad.
Tap
Enter the emergency number, then select a SIM card.
You can make emergency calls even when no SIM card is inserted or when all outgoing calls
are blocked.
To Make an Emergency Call while the SIM Card is Locked
1
Tap Emergency call.
2
Enter the emergency number and tap .
.
To Make an Emergency Call while the Screen Is Locked
1
If the active screen lock type is
, tap to display the dialpad, then enter the
Swipe
emergency number and select a SIM card.
2
If your screen is locked with a pattern, PIN or password, tap
enter the emergency number and tap
.
Emergency call
, then
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Contacts
Transferring contacts
There are several ways to transfer contacts to your new device. You can sync contacts
from an online account or import contacts directly from another device.
Transferring Contacts Using a Computer
Xperia™ Transfer is an application that helps you to collect contacts from your old device
and transfer them to your new device. Xperia™ Transfer, which you can access from
within the Xperia™ Companion software, supports cellular devices that run on iOS/
iCloud and Android™. If you are switching from an iOS device, the App Matching feature
suggests the Android equivalents of your iOS apps.
To use Xperia™ Transfer, you need:
•
An internet-connected computer.
•
Your new Android™ device.
•
A USB cable for your new Android™ device.
•
Your old device.
•
A USB cable for your old device.
You may not need your old device. For iOS devices, you can connect directly to iCloud or use
a local backup. For previously owned Sony devices, you can use local backups.
To Transfer Contacts to Your New Device
1
Search for and download Xperia™ Companion for Windows at
http://support.sonymobile.com/tools/xperia-companion/ or Xperia™ Companion
for Mac at http://support.sonymobile.com/tools/xperia-companion-mac/ if the
software is not already installed.
2
Using a USB cable, connect your device to the computer.
3
After successful installation, open the Xperia™ Companion software if it is not
automatically launched, and then click
instructions to transfer your contacts.
Xperia™ Transfer
and follow the relevant
Transferring contacts using an online account
If you sync the contacts in your old device or your computer with an online account, for
example, Google Sync™, Facebook™, or Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®, you can
transfer your contacts to your new device using that account.
To synchronize contacts to your new device using a synchronization account
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap , then tap Settings > Accounts & sync.
3
Select the account that you want to sync your contacts with, then tap > Sync
now.
You need to be signed in to the relevant sync account before you can sync your contacts with
it.
Other methods for transferring contacts
There are several other ways to transfer contacts from your old device to your new
device. For example, you can copy contacts to a memory card, use Bluetooth
technology, or save contacts to a SIM card. For more specific information about
transferring the contacts from your old device, refer to the relevant User guide.
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To import contacts from a memory card
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Press , then tap Import contacts > SD card.
3
Select where to store your contacts.
4
Select the files that you want to import and tap OK.
To import contacts using Bluetooth® technology
1
Make sure you have the Bluetooth® function turned on and that your device is set
to visible.
2
When you are notified of an incoming file to your device, drag the status bar
downward and tap the notification to accept the file transfer.
3
Tap Accept to start the file transfer.
4
Drag the status bar downward. When the transfer is complete, tap the notification.
5
Tap the received file and select where to store your contacts.
To import contacts from a SIM card
You may lose information or get multiple contact entries if you transfer contacts using a SIM
card.
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap , then tap Import contacts.
3
Select a SIM card.
4
Select where to store your contacts.
5
To import an individual contact, find and tap the contact. To import all contacts,
tap Import all.
Searching and viewing contacts
1 Search for contacts
2 View more options
3 Contacts, Favorites, and Groups tabs
4 Edit and view medical and emergency contact information
5 View contact details
6 Jump to contacts starting with the selected letter
7 Add a contact
To search for a contact
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap and enter a phone number, name, or other information in the Search
contacts field. The result list is filtered as you enter each character.
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To select which contacts to display in the Contacts application
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Press , then tap Filter.
3
In the list that appears, mark or unmark the desired options. If you have
synchronized your contacts with a synchronization account, that account appears
in the list. To further expand the list of options, tap the account.
Adding and editing contacts
To Add a Contact
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Tap .
3
If you have synchronized your contacts with one or more accounts and you are
adding a contact for the first time, you must select the account you want to add
this contact to. Alternately, tap No backup if you only want to use and save this
contact on your device.
4
Enter or select the desired information for the contact.
5
When you are done, tap SAVE.
After you select a synchronization account in step 3, that account will show as the default
account offered the next time you add a contact. When you save a contact to a particular
account, that account will show as the default account to save to the next time you add a
contact. If you have saved a contact to a particular account and want to change it, you need to
create a new contact and select a different account to save them to.
, then tap .
If you add a plus sign and the country code before a contact's phone number, you do not
have to edit the number again when you make calls from other countries.
To Edit a Contact
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap the contact that you want to edit, then tap
3
Edit the desired information.
4
When you are done, tap SAVE.
Some synchronization services do not allow you to edit contact details.
.
To Associate a Picture with a Contact
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap the contact that you want to edit, then tap
3
Tap , then select a method for adding the contact picture and edit as desired.
4
After you add the picture, tap SAVE.
You can also add a picture to a contact directly from the
a picture that is saved to an online account, you must download the picture first.
.
Album application. If you want to add
To Personalize the Ringtone for a Contact
1
From your Home screen, tap , and then tap .
2
Tap the contact that you want to edit, and then tap .
3
Tap
> Set ringtone.
4
Select an option from the list or tap to select a music file saved on your device,
and tap Done.
5
Tap SAVE.
To Delete Contacts
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Touch and hold the contact you want to delete.
3
To delete all contacts, tap the downward arrow to open the drop-down menu,
, then tap .
then select Mark all.
4
Tap
, then tap Delete.
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To Edit Contact Information about Yourself
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap Myself, then tap .
3
Enter the new information or make the changes you want.
4
When you are done, tap SAVE.
To Create a New Contact from a Text Message
1
From your Homescreen, tap , and then find and tap .
2
Tap the icon next to the phone number, and then tap Save.
3
Select an existing contact, or tap Create new contact.
4
Edit the contact information and tap SAVE.
Adding medical and emergency contact information
You can add and edit ICE (In Case of Emergency) information in the Contacts
application. You can enter medical details, such as allergies and medications that you are
using, plus information about relatives and friends who can be contacted in case of an
emergency. After setup, your ICE information can be accessed from the security
lockscreen. This means that even if the screen is locked, for example, by a PIN, pattern,
or password, emergency personnel can still retrieve your ICE information.
1 Go back to the main Contacts screen
2 View more options
3 Show your medical and personal information as part of the ICE information
4 Medical information
5 ICE contact list
6 Create new ICE contacts
7 Use existing contacts as ICE contacts
To show your medical and personal information as part of the ICE information
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap ICE – In Case of Emergency.
3
Tap , then mark the Show personal information checkbox.
To Enter Your Medical Information
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap ICE – In Case of Emergency.
3
Tap , then tap Edit medical info.
4
Edit the desired information.
5
When you are done, tap SAVE.
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To Add a New ICE Contact
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap ICE – In Case of Emergency, then tap .
3
If you have synchronized your contacts with one or more accounts and you are
adding a contact for the first time, you must select the account you want to add
this contact to. Alternately, tap No backup if you only want to use and save this
contact on your device.
4
Enter or select the desired information for the contact.
5
When you are done, tap SAVE.
The ICE contact must have at least a phone number which emergency personnel can call. If
your device is locked by a security screen lock, emergency personnel can only see the phone
number of the ICE contact, even if there is other information entered in the Contacts
application about the contact.
To Use Existing Contacts as ICE Contacts
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap ICE – In Case of Emergency, then tap .
3
Mark the contacts you want to use as ICE contacts.
4
When you are done, tap Done.
The ICE contacts you select must have a phone number emergency personnel can call, as a
minimum. If your device is locked by a security screen lock, emergency personnel can only see
the phone number of the ICE contacts, even if there is other information entered in the
Contacts application about the contacts.
To make your ICE information visible from the security lockscreen
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap
ICE – In Case of Emergency
3
Tap
, then tap Settings.
4
Mark the
Your ICE information is visible from the security lockscreen by default.
ICE in lock screen
.
checkbox.
To Enable Calls to ICE Contacts from the Security Lockscreen
1
From your Home screen, tap , and then tap .
2
Tap
ICE – In Case of Emergency
3
Tap , and then tap Settings.
4
Mark the
Some networks or service providers may not support ICE calls.
Enable call in ICE
.
checkbox.
Favorites and groups
Contacts that you mark as favorites appear under the favorites tab in the Contacts
application along with your most frequently called contacts or "top contacts". This way
you get quicker access to these contacts. You can also assign contacts to groups, to get
quicker access to a group of contacts from within the Contacts application.
To mark or unmark a contact as a favorite
1
From the Homescreen, tap
2
Tap the contact you want to add to or remove from your favorites.
3
Tap
.
, then tap .
To View Your Favorite Contacts
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap Favorites.
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To Assign a Contact to a Group
1
In the Contacts application, tap the contact that you want to assign to a group.
2
Tap , then tap the bar directly under Groups.
3
Mark the checkboxes for the groups you want to add the contact to.
4
Tap SAVE.
Sending contact information
To Send Your Business Card
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap Myself.
3
4
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
, then tap Share.
Tap
Select an available transfer method and follow the on-screen instructions.
To Send a Contact
From your Homescreen, tap
Tap the contact whose details you want to send.
Tap , then tap Share.
Select an available transfer method and follow the on-screen instructions.
To send several contacts at once
From your Homescreen, tap
Press
, then tap
Mark the contacts you want to send, or select all if you want to send all contacts.
Tap , then select an available transfer method and follow the on-screen
instructions.
Mark several
, then tap .
, then tap .
.
Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application
If you synchronize your contacts with a new account or import contact information in
other ways, you could end up with duplicate entries in the Contacts application. If this
happens, you can join such duplicates to create a single entry. And if you join entries by
mistake, you can separate them again later.
To link contacts
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Tap the contact that you want to link with another contact.
3
Press
, then tap Link contact.
4
Tap the contact whose information you want to join with the first contact, then tap
OK to confirm. The information from the first contact is merged with the second
contact, and the linked contacts are displayed as one contact in the Contacts list.
To separate linked contacts
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap the linked contact that you want to edit, then tap
3
Tap Unlink contact > Unlink.
, then tap .
.
Backing up Contacts
You can use internal storage, a memory card, or a SIM card to back up contacts. See
Transferring contacts
your device.
on page 80 for more information about how to restore contacts to
To export all contacts to a memory card
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Press , then tap Export contacts > SD card.
3
Tap OK.
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To export contacts to a SIM card
When you export contacts to a SIM card, not all information may get exported. This is due to
memory limitations on SIM cards.
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Press , then tap Export contacts.
3
Select a SIM card.
4
Mark the contacts you want to export, or tap Mark all if you want to export all your
contacts.
5
Tap Export.
6
Select Add contacts if you want to add the contacts to existing contacts on your
SIM card, or select Replace all contacts if you want to replace the existing
contacts on your SIM card.
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Messaging and chat
Reading and sending messages
The Messaging application shows your messages as conversations, which means that all
messages to and from a particular person are grouped together. To send multimedia
messages, you need the correct MMS settings on your device. See
settings
The number of characters that you can send in a single message varies depending on the
operator and the language you use. The maximum size of a multimedia message, which
includes the size of added media files, is also operator dependent. Contact your network
operator for more information.
on page 47.
Internet and MMS
1 Go back to the list of conversations
2 Call the message sender
3 View more options
4 Sent and received messages
5 Send a completed message
6 Add attachments
To Create and Send a Message
1
From your Homescreen, tap , and then find and tap .
2
Tap
.
3
Enter the recipient’s name or phone number, or other contact information you
have saved about the recipient, and then select from the list that appears. If the
recipient is not listed as a contact, enter the recipient's number manually.
4
If you want to send a group message, repeat the procedure described above to
add more recipients.
5
Tap Write message and enter your message text.
6
If you want to add an attachment, select the relevant attachment option.
7
To send the message, tap either of the
buttons according to which SIM card
you wish to use.
If you exit a message before sending, it gets saved as a draft. The conversation gets tagged
with the word Draft.
To read a received message
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then find and tap .
2
Tap the desired conversation.
3
If the message is not yet downloaded, tap and hold the message, then tap
Download message.
All received messages are saved by default to the device memory.
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To Reply to a Message
1
From your Homescreen, tap , and then find and tap .
2
Tap the conversation containing the message.
3
Enter your reply and tap either of the buttons according to which SIM card you
wish to use.
To Forward a Message
1
From your Homescreen, tap , and then find and tap .
2
Tap the conversation containing the message you want to forward.
3
Touch and hold the message you want to forward, and then tap Forward
message.
4
Enter the recipient’s name or phone number, or other contact information you
have saved about the recipient, and then select from the list that appears. If the
recipient is not listed as a contact, enter the recipient's number manually.
5
Edit the message, if necessary, and then tap either of the
which SIM card you wish to use.
To save a file contained in a message you receive
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Tap the conversation you want to open.
3
If the message has not been downloaded yet, tap and hold the message, then tap
Download message.
4
Touch and hold the file you want to save, then select the desired option.
, then find and tap .
buttons according to
Organizing your messages
To delete a message
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Tap the conversation containing the message you want to delete.
3
Touch and hold the message you want to delete, then tap Delete message >
.
Delete
To delete conversations
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Tap
, then tap Delete conversations.
3
Mark the checkboxes for the conversations that you want to delete, then tap
Delete.
To Star a Message
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then find and tap .
2
Tap the conversation you want to open.
3
Touch and hold the message you want to star, then tap Add star.
4
To unstar a message, touch and hold the starred message, then tap Delete star.
To view starred messages
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then find and tap .
2
Tap
, then tap Starred messages.
3
All starred messages appear in a list.
, then find and tap .
, then find and tap .
>
To Search for Messages
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then find and tap .
2
Tap
.
3
Enter your search keywords. The search results appear in a list.
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Calling from a message
To Call a Message Sender
1
From your Homescreen, tap , and then find and tap .
2
Tap a conversation, tap
To Save a Sender's Number as a Contact
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Tap the icon next to the phone number, and then tap Save.
3
Select an existing contact, or tap Create new contact.
4
Edit the contact information and tap Save.
, and then select a SIM card.
, and then find and tap .
Messaging settings
To Change Your Message Notification Settings
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
, and then tap Settings.
Tap
To set a notification sound, tap Notification sound, and then select an option or
tap and select a music file that is saved on your device.
To confirm, tap Done.
To adjust additional notification settings, tap the sliders.
To Enable or Disable Delivery Reports for Outgoing Messages
From your
Tap , and then tap Settings.
Tap the
Home screen
Delivery report
, tap , and then find and tap .
slider to enable or disable the function.
, and then find and tap .
After delivery reports are turned on, a check mark is displayed in messages that have been
successfully delivered.
Instant Messaging and Video Chat
You can use the Google Hangouts™ instant messaging and video chat application on
your device to chat with friends who also use the application on computers, Android™
devices, and other devices. You can turn any conversation into a video call with several
friends, and you can send messages to friends even when they are offline. You can also
view and share photos easily.
Hangouts™ requires internet access and a Google™ account. Go to http://
support.google.com/hangouts and click the "Hangouts on your Android" link for more
detailed information about how to use this application.
The video call function only works on devices with a front camera.
To use the Hangouts™ application
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap Hangouts.
.
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Setting Up Email
Use the email application on your device to send and receive email messages through
your email accounts. You can have one or several email accounts at the same time,
including corporate Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync accounts.
To set up an email account
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap Email.
3
Follow the instructions that appear on the screen to complete the setup.
For some email services, you may need to contact your email service provider for information
on detailed settings for the email account.
To add an extra email account
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap Email.
3
Tap , then tap Settings > Add account.
4
Enter the email address and password, then tap Next. If the settings for the email
account cannot be downloaded automatically, complete the setup manually.
5
When you are finished, tap Next.
.
.
Sending and Receiving Email Messages
1 View a list of all email accounts and recent folders
2 Search for email messages
3 Access settings and options
4 List of email messages
5 Write an email message
To download new email messages
•
When the email inbox is open, swipe downward on the message list.
Before trying to download new email messages, make sure you have a working data
connection. For more information about ensuring successful data connections, see
and MMS settings
on page 47.
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To Read Your Email Messages
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Email.
3
If you are using several email accounts, tap and select the account you want to
check. If you want to check all your email accounts at once, tap , and then tap
Combined inbox.
4
In the email inbox, scroll up or down and tap the email message you want to read.
To Create and Send an Email Message
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
If you are using several email accounts, tap and select the account you want to
send the email from.
3
Tap , and then type the recipient's name or email address and select one or
more recipients from the drop-down list.
4
Enter the email subject and message text, and then tap
To reply to an email message
1
In your email inbox, find and tap the message that you want to reply to, then tap
Reply or Reply all.
2
Enter your reply, then tap
To Forward an Email Message
1
In your email inbox, find and tap the message that you want to forward, then tap
Forward
2
Enter the recipient's name or email address, then select one or more recipients
from the drop-down list.
3
Enter your message text, then tap .
.
, and then find and tap Email.
.
.
To view an email message attachment
1
Find and tap the email message containing the attachment that you want to view.
Email messages with attachments are indicated by .
2
After the email message opens, tap Load. The attachment starts to download.
3
After the attachment finishes downloading, tap
To Save a Sender's Email Address to Your Contacts
1
Find and tap a message in your email inbox.
2
Tap the name of the sender, tap Add to a contact then tap OK.
3
Select an existing contact, or tap
4
Edit the contact information, if desired, then tap Save.
Create new contact
View
.
.
Organizing your email messages
To Sort your Email
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap Email.
3
If you are using several email accounts, tap
inbox you want to sort. If you want to sort email in all your email accounts at once,
, and then tap Combined inbox.
tap
4
Tap , and then tap Sort.
5
Select a sorting option.
.
and select the account with the
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To Search for Emails
1
From your Homescreen, tap , and then find and tap Email.
2
If you are using several email accounts, tap and select the account you want to
search. If you want to search all your email accounts at once, tap , and then tap
Combined inbox.
3
Tap .
4
Enter your search text, and then tap on the keyboard.
5
The search result appears in a list sorted by date. Tap the email message you
want to open.
To View All Folders for One Email Account
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Tap , and then select the account you want to check.
3
Under the account you want to check, select Show all folders.
To delete an email message
•
In your email inbox, flick the message that you want to delete to the right.
To move an email message to another folder
1
In your email inbox, flick the message that you want to move to the left.
2
Tap Move, then select a folder.
, and then find and tap Email.
Email account settings
To remove an email account from your device
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap
3
Press
, then tap Settings.
4
Select the account you want to remove.
5
Tap Delete account > OK.
To change the inbox check frequency
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap
3
Tap , then tap Settings.
4
Select the account for which you want to change the inbox check frequency.
5
Tap Check frequency > Check frequency and select an option.
To set an Out of Office auto-reply in an Exchange Active Sync account
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then find and tap Email.
2
Press , then tap
3
Select the EAS (Exchange Active Sync) account for which you want to set an Out
of Office auto-reply.
4
Tap Out of office.
5
Drag the slider beside Out of office to the right to turn on the function.
6
If needed, mark the Set time range checkbox and set the time range for the auto
reply.
7
Enter your Out of Office message in the body text field.
8
Tap OK to confirm.
Email
Email
Settings
.
.
.
.
Gmail™
If you have a Google™ account, you can use the Gmail™ application to read and write
email messages.
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1 View a list of all Gmail accounts and folders
2 Search for email messages
3 List of email messages
4 Write an email message
To Learn More about Gmail™
•
When the Gmail application is open, tap
, and then find and tap Help.
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Music
Transferring Music to Your Device
There are different ways to transfer music from a computer to your device:
•
You can transfer music files between your device and a computer using the provided
USB cable. After connecting, select Transfer files (MTP) on your device and then simply
copy and paste or drag and drop the files using the computer. See
Using a Computer
•
You can use the Xperia™ Companion software to transfer your media files between the
on page 40.
computer and your device. Learn more and download Xperia™ Companion for Windows
at http://support.sonymobile.com/tools/xperia-companion/ or Xperia™ Companion for
Mac at http://support.sonymobile.com/tools/xperia-companion-mac/.
The Music application may not support all music file formats. For more information about
supported file formats and the use of multimedia (audio, image, and video) files, download the
White Paper for your device at
www.sonymobile.com/support/
.
Listening to Music
Use the Music application to listen to your favorite music and audiobooks.
Managing Files
1 Minimize the full-screen player
2 Search all songs saved to your device
3 View the current play queue
4 Album art (if available)
5 Progress indicator – drag the indicator or tap along the line to fast forward or rewind
6 Elapsed time of current song
7 Total length of current song
8 Repeat all songs in the current play queue
9 Tap to go to the next song in the play queue, touch and hold to fast-forward within the current song
10 Play or pause a song
11 Tap to go to the previous song in the play queue, touch and hold to rewind within the current song
12 Shuffle songs in the current play queue
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Music Homescreen
1
Tap in the top-left corner to open the Music menu
2 Scroll up or down to view content
3 Play a song using the Music application
4 Play all songs in shuffle mode
5 Return to the music player screen
To Play a Song Using the Music Application
1
From your Homescreen, tap , and then find and tap .
2
Tap
.
3
Select a music category.
4
Tap a song to play it.
You might not be able to play copyright-protected items. Verify that you have the necessary
rights to the material you intend to share.
To Find Song-Related Information Online
•
While a song is playing in the Music application, tap the Album art, then tap More
about this
Online resources related to the song can include videos on YouTube™, song lyrics, and artist
information on Wikipedia.
.
To edit music information and download album art
1
From the Music application, tap the Album art, and then tap
2
Edit the information as desired.
3
To set or download album art, tap
4
When you are done, tap SAVE.
You can also set album art to download automatically in the Music menu, under Settings.
, then select an option.
Edit music info
.
To adjust the audio volume
•
Press the volume key.
To Minimize the Music Application
•
When a song is playing, tap
to go to the Homescreen. The Music application
keeps running in the background.
To Open the Music Application when it is Playing in the Background
•
While a song is playing in the background, drag the status bar downward and tap
the Music application.
•
Alternatively, from your Homescreen, tap , and then find and tap .
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Music Menu
The Music menu gives you an overview of all the songs on your device. From here, you
can manage your albums and playlists.
1 Return to the Music homescreen
2 View the current play queue
3 Browse all artists
4 Browse all albums
5 Browse all songs
6 Browse all folders
7 Browse all playlists
8 Play a shared music file stored on another device
9 View all subscribed or downloaded podcasts
10 Open the settings menu for the Music application
11 Open the support menu for the Music application
To Open the Music Menu
1
From your Homescreen, tap , and then find and tap .
2
Tap .
To Return to the Music Homescreen
•
When the Music menu is open, tap
•
When the Music menu is open, tap on the screen to the right of the menu.
Home
.
To Delete a Song
1
From the Music menu, browse to the song you want to delete.
2
Touch and hold the song title, and then tap Delete in the list that appears.
3
Tap Delete again to confirm.
Playlists
On the Music homescreen, you can create your own playlists from the music that is
saved on your device.
To Create Your Own Playlists
1
From the Music homescreen, touch and hold the name of the album or song that
you want to add to a playlist.
2
In the menu that opens, tap Add to playlist > Create new playlist.
3
Enter a name for the playlist and tap OK.
You can also open the Music homescreen menu, tap
playlist.
Playlists, and then tap to create a new
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To Play Your Own Playlists
1
Open the Music menu, and then tap Playlists.
2
Under Playlists, select the playlist you want to open.
3
If you want to play all songs, tap any song or Shuffle all.
To Add Songs to a Playlist
1
From the Music homescreen, browse to the song or album that you want to add
to a playlist.
2
Touch and hold the song or the album title, then tap Add to playlist.
3
Tap the name of the playlist you want to add the album or song to. The album or
song is now added to the playlist.
To remove a song from a playlist
1
In a playlist, touch and hold the title of the song that you want to delete.
2
Tap Remove from playlist.
You might not be able to delete a song that is saved on the memory card or on your device's
internal storage.
To Delete a Playlist
1
Open the Music menu, and then tap Playlists.
2
Touch and hold the playlist you want to delete.
3
Tap Delete.
4
Tap
again to confirm.
Delete
You cannot delete smart playlists.
Sharing music
To share a song
1
From the Music homescreen, browse to the song or album that you want to share.
2
Touch and hold the song title, then tap
3
Select an application from the list, then follow the on-screen instructions.
You can also share albums and playlists in the same way.
Share
.
Enhancing the sound
To Improve the Sound Quality Using the Equalizer
1
Open the Music menu, and then tap
Equalizer.
2
To adjust the sound manually, drag the frequency band buttons up or down. To
adjust the sound automatically, tap
To Turn On the Surround Sound Feature
1
Open the Music menu, and then tap Settings > Audio settings > Sound effects >
Surround sound (VPT).
2
Flick left or right to select a setting, and then tap OK to confirm.
Settings
>
Audio settings
and select a style.
>
Sound effects
>
Recognizing Music with TrackID™
Use the TrackID™ music recognition service to identify a song you hear playing in your
surroundings. Just record a short sample of the song and you’ll get artist, title, and
album info within seconds. You can purchase tracks identified by TrackID™ and you can
view TrackID charts to see what TrackID users around the globe are searching for. For
best results, use TrackID™ in a quiet area.
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1 Search for tracks, albums, and artists
2 Create an online TrackID™ profile
3 View current music charts
4 View TrackID™ options
5 View the history of your previous searches
6 Check out what others are tracking
7 Identify the music you’re listening to
The TrackID™ application and some features of the TrackID™ service may not be supported in
all countries or regions or by all networks or service providers. TrackID™ can be connected to
music streaming services available in your country.
To Identify Music Using TrackID™ Technology
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap TrackID™, then hold your device close to the music source.
3
Tap . If the song is recognized by the TrackID™ service, the results appear on
the screen.
To return to the
TrackID™ start screen, tap .
To View Artist Information for a Song
1
After a song is recognized by the
TrackID™
application, the result is displayed on
the TrackID™ homescreen.
2
Scroll to the result you want to view and then tap to open it.
To Delete a Song from the Track History
1
Open the
2
Touch and hold the screen to make appear.
3
Tap
TrackID™
.
application, then browse to the song that you want to delete.
To Use TrackID™ LIVE
You can use TrackID™ LIVE to see real-time LIVE trackings from around the world. There
are two ways to start TrackID™ LIVE:
•
Tap the map on the TrackID™ homescreen.
•
Or press
You can change how fast you want to get the trackings and you can mute or unmute the song
previews.
, then tap TrackID™ LIVE.
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FM radio
Listening to the radio
The FM radio in your device works like any FM radio. For example, you can browse and
listen to FM radio stations and save them as favorites. You must connect a wired
headset or headphones to your device before you can use the radio. This is because the
headset or headphones act as an antenna. After one of these devices is connected, you
can then switch the audio to the speaker, if desired.
1 Favorites list
2 Radio on/off button
3 View menu options
4 Tuned frequency
5 Save or remove a channel as a favorite
6 Tuning dial
7 Frequency band – drag left or right to move between channels
8 Move up the frequency band to search for a channel
9 A saved favorite channel
10 Move down the frequency band to search for a channel
To listen to the FM radio
1
Connect a headset or a set of headphones to your device.
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap FM radio
. The available channels appear as you scroll through the
frequency band.
When you start the FM radio, available channels appear automatically. If a channel has RDS
information, it appears a few seconds after you start listening to the channel.
To move between radio channels
•
Drag the frequency band left or right.
To start a new search for radio channels
1
When the radio is open, tap .
2
Tap Search for channels. The radio scans the whole frequency band and marks
all available channels.
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To switch the radio sound to the speaker
1
When the radio is open, press .
2
Tap Play in speaker.
To switch the sound back to the wired headset or headphones, press and tap Play in
headphones.
To identify a song on the FM radio using TrackID™
1
While the song is playing on your device's FM radio, tap , then select TrackID™.
2
A progress indicator appears while the TrackID™ application samples the song. If
identification is successful, you are presented with a result or a list of possible
results.
3
To return to the FM Radio, tap
The TrackID™ application and the TrackID™ service are not supported in all countries/regions,
or by all networks and/or service providers in all areas.
.
Favorite radio channels
To save a channel as a favorite
1
When the radio is open, navigate to the channel that you want to save as a
favorite.
2
3
.
Tap
Enter a name and select a color for the channel, then press
Save
.
To listen to a favorite radio channel
1
Tap .
2
Select an option.
To remove a channel as a favorite
1
When the radio is open, navigate to the channel that you want to remove.
2
Tap
, then tap
Delete
.
Sound settings
To switch between mono and stereo sound mode
1
When the radio is open, press
2
Tap Enable stereo sound.
3
To listen to the radio in mono sound mode again, press
sound.
To select the radio region
1
When the radio is open, press
2
Tap Set radio region.
3
Select an option.
.
and tap
.
Force mono
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