User guide
ā¢
Xperia
SGP311/SGP312
Tablet Z
Contents
Getting started............................................................................... 6
About this User Guide......................................................................... 6
Device overview.................................................................................. 6
Assembly............................................................................................ 7
Screen protection................................................................................8
Starting your device for the ļ¬rst time................................................... 8
Why do I need a Googleā¢ account?...................................................8
Charging your Device.......................................................................... 9
Learning the basics...................................................................... 11
Using the touchscreen...................................................................... 11
Locking and Unlocking the Screen.................................................... 12
Home screen.................................................................................... 13
Application screen.............................................................................14
Navigating Applications..................................................................... 15
Small apps........................................................................................ 15
Widgets............................................................................................ 16
Shortcuts and folders........................................................................17
Background and Themes..................................................................18
Battery and power management....................................................... 18
Taking a screenshot.......................................................................... 19
Notiļ¬cations...................................................................................... 20
Icons in the status bar.......................................................................22
Application Overview.........................................................................23
Downloading applications............................................................25
Downloading applications from Google Playā¢.................................. 25
Downloading applications from other sources................................... 25
Internet and networks.................................................................. 26
Browsing the web............................................................................. 26
Wi-FiĀ®.............................................................................................. 26
Virtual private networks (VPNs)..........................................................27
Synchronizing data on your device..............................................29
Synchronizing with Online Accounts..................................................29
Synchronizing with MicrosoftĀ® Exchange ActiveSyncĀ®.....................29
Basic settings...............................................................................31
Accessing settings............................................................................ 31
Sound Volume...................................................................................31
Screen settings................................................................................. 33
Daydream......................................................................................... 34
Screen lock.......................................................................................34
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Unlocking Your Device Automatically................................................. 35
Language settings.............................................................................39
Date and time................................................................................... 39
Mobile BRAVIAĀ® Engine................................................................... 39
Enhancing the sound output............................................................. 39
Multiple User Accounts..................................................................... 40
Typing text....................................................................................43
On-Screen Keyboard........................................................................ 43
Entering text using voice input...........................................................44
Editing text........................................................................................44
Personalizing the On-Screen Keyboard............................................. 45
Contacts.......................................................................................47
Transferring contacts.........................................................................47
Searching and viewing contacts........................................................48
Adding and editing contacts..............................................................49
Favorites and groups.........................................................................49
Sending contact information..............................................................50
Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application....................... 50
Backing Up Contacts........................................................................ 50
Email.............................................................................................52
Setting up email................................................................................ 52
Sending and Receiving Email Messages........................................... 52
Organizing your email messages....................................................... 53
Email account settings...................................................................... 54
Gmailā¢.............................................................................................54
Music............................................................................................56
Transferring music to your device...................................................... 56
Listening to music............................................................................. 56
Music Homescreen Menu................................................................. 57
Playlists.............................................................................................58
Sharing music................................................................................... 59
Enhancing the sound........................................................................ 59
Visualizer ..........................................................................................59
Recognizing music with TrackIDā¢.................................................... 60
FM radio....................................................................................... 62
Listening to the Radio....................................................................... 62
Favorite radio channels..................................................................... 63
Sound settings..................................................................................63
Camera.........................................................................................64
Camera Controls Overview................................................................64
Face detection.................................................................................. 65
Using Smile Shutterā¢ to capture smiling faces................................. 65
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Adding the geographical position to your photos...............................66
General camera settings................................................................... 66
Still camera settings.......................................................................... 68
Video camera settings.......................................................................71
Photos and videos in Album........................................................ 74
Viewing Photos and Videos...............................................................74
Sharing and Managing Photos and Videos........................................75
Editing photos with the Photo editor application................................76
Editing videos with the Movie Creator application..............................77
Hiding photos and videos..................................................................77
Album Homescreen Menu.................................................................78
Viewing your photos on a map.......................................................... 79
Videos...........................................................................................81
Watching videos in the Video application...........................................81
Transferring video content to your device.......................................... 82
Managing video content....................................................................82
Movie Creator................................................................................... 82
PS Video Service.............................................................................. 83
Connectivity................................................................................. 84
Mirroring the Screen of Your Device on a TV Using a Cable...............84
Mirroring the screen of your device wirelessly on a TV....................... 84
Sharing Content with DLNA Certiļ¬edā¢ Devices................................ 85
Connecting Your Device to USB Accessories.................................... 87
Connecting Your Device to a DUALSHOCKā¢ Series Wireless
Controller.......................................................................................... 88
NFC.................................................................................................. 88
BluetoothĀ® Wireless Technology.......................................................90
One-Touch Setup..............................................................................92
Smart apps and features that save you time............................... 93
Controlling Accessories and Settings with Smart Connectā¢............. 93
Using your device as a wallet............................................................ 94
Travel and maps........................................................................... 96
Using location services......................................................................96
Google Mapsā¢ and navigation......................................................... 96
Airplane mode...................................................................................96
Calendar and alarm clock............................................................ 98
Calendar........................................................................................... 98
Alarm and Clock............................................................................... 99
Accessibility............................................................................... 101
Magniļ¬cation Gestures....................................................................101
Large Text....................................................................................... 101
Color Correction..............................................................................101
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TalkBack......................................................................................... 101
Support and maintenance..........................................................103
Support for your device...................................................................103
Computer tools............................................................................... 103
Updating your device...................................................................... 104
Finding a Lost Device ..................................................................... 105
Finding the identiļ¬cation number of your device.............................. 105
Memory and Storage...................................................................... 106
Managing ļ¬les using a computer..................................................... 107
Backing up and restoring content....................................................108
Resetting Your Applications.............................................................110
Restarting and resetting your device................................................111
Recycling your device..................................................................... 112
Limitations to services and features.................................................112
Legal information.............................................................................112
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Getting started
About this User Guide
This is the Xperiaā¢ Tablet Z User guide for the Androidā¢ 5.1 software version. If you're
not sure which software version your device is running, you can check it via the Settings
menu. For more information about software updates, see
the 104 page.
To check the current software version of your device
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > About tablet > Androidā¢ version.
Device overview
Updating your device
on
1 Light sensor
2 Front camera
3 Speaker A
4 Speaker B
5 Charging dock connector
6 Volume key
7 Notiļ¬cation light
8 Power key
9 Headset jack
10 Microphone
11 Infrared sensor
12 Main camera
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13 Speaker B (same as 4)
14 Port for charger/USB cable
15 Hole for attaching the charger port cover
16 Memory card slot
17 Speaker A (same as 3)
18 NFCā¢ detection area
Assembly
A protective plastic sheet is attached to the screen. You should peel off this sheet before
using the touchscreen. Otherwise, the touchscreen might not function properly.
To insert the memory card
1
Insert a ļ¬ngernail into the gap between the memory card cover and the bottom
side of the device, then detach the memory card cover.
2
Place the memory card in the memory card slot, with the gold-colored contacts
facing down, then push the memory card all the way into the slot until you hear a
locking sound.
3
Reattach the memory card cover.
The memory card may not be included at purchase in all markets.
To remove the memory card
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1
Turn off the device.
2
Remove the cover of the memory card slot, then press against the edge of the
memory card and release it.
3
Draw the card outwards to remove it fully.
Screen protection
Before using your device, remove the transparent protection ļ¬lm by pulling up on the
protruding tab.
It is recommended to protect your device with a Sony-branded screen cover or protector
intended for your Xperiaā¢ model. The use of third party screen protection accessories
may prevent your device from working by covering sensors, lenses, speakers, or
microphones and it can invalidate the warranty.
Starting your device for the ļ¬rst time
The ļ¬rst time you start your device, a setup guide opens to help you conļ¬gure basic
settings, sign in to online accounts, and personalize your device. For example, if you
have a Sony Entertainment Network account, you can sign in to it here and get set up
straight away.
You can also access the setup guide later from the Settings menu. To access the setup guide
on a device with multiple users, you must be logged in as the owner, that is, the primary user.
To Turn on the Device
1
Press and hold down the power key
2
Wait a while for the device to start.
To Turn off the Device
1
Press and hold down the power key until the options menu opens.
2
In the options menu, tap Power off.
It may take a while for the device to shut down.
until the screen ļ¬ashes.
Why do I need a Googleā¢ account?
Your Xperiaā¢ device from Sony runs on the Androidā¢ platform developed by Googleā¢.
A range of Googleā¢ applications and services is available on your device when you
purchase it, for example, Gmailā¢, Google Mapsā¢, YouTubeā¢ and the Play Storeā¢
application, which gives you access to the Google Playā¢ online store for downloading
Androidā¢ applications. To get the most out of these services, you need a Googleā¢
account. For example, a Googleā¢ account is mandatory if you want to:
ā¢
Download and install applications from Google Playā¢.
ā¢
Synchronize email, contacts and the calendar using Gmailā¢.
ā¢
Chat with friends using the Hangoutsā¢ application.
ā¢
Synchronize your browsing history and bookmarks using the Google Chromeā¢ web
browser.
ā¢
Identify yourself as the authorized user after a software repair using Xperiaā¢ Companion.
ā¢
Remotely ļ¬nd, lock or clear a lost or stolen device using the my Xperiaā¢ or Androidā¢
Device Manager services.
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For more information about Androidā¢ and Googleā¢, go to
It is crucial that you remember your Googleā¢ account username and password. In some
situations, you may need to identify yourself for security reasons using your Googleā¢ account.
If you fail to give your Googleā¢ username and password in such situations, your device is
locked. Also, if you have more than one Googleā¢ account, make sure to enter the details for
the relevant account.
http://support.google.com
To Set up a Googleā¢ 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 Googleā¢ account, or sign in if you
already have an account.
You can also sign in to or create a Googleā¢ account from the setup guide the ļ¬rst time you
start your device. Or you can go online and create an account at
www.google.com/accounts
Charging your Device
Your device has an embedded, rechargeable battery that should be replaced only by
Sony or an authorized Sony repair center. You should never try to open or take apart this
device yourself. Opening the device can cause damage that will void your warranty.
The battery is partly charged when the device is shipped from the factory. The battery
level may be very low, depending on how long the device was in the box before you
purchased it. It is therefore recommended that you charge the battery for at least 30
minutes before starting up your device for the ļ¬rst time. You can still use your device
while it is charging. Read more about how to improve battery performance in
and power management
on page 18.
Battery
.
.
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 notiļ¬cation light illuminates when charging begins.
4
When the device is fully charged, disconnect the cable from your device by pulling
it straight outward. Make sure not to bend the connector.
If the battery is completely discharged, it may take a few minutes before the
illuminates and the charging icon appears.
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notiļ¬cation light
Battery notification light status
Green The battery is charging and the battery charge level is greater than 90%
Red The battery is charging and the battery charge level is less than 15%
Orange The battery is charging and the battery charge level is less than 90%
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Learning the basics
Using the touchscreen
Tapping
ā¢
Open or select an item.
ā¢
Mark or unmark a checkbox or option.
ā¢
Enter text using the on-screen keyboard.
Touching and holding
ā¢
Move an item.
ā¢
Activate an item-speciļ¬c menu.
ā¢
Activate selection mode, for example, to select several items from a list.
Pinching and spreading
ā¢
Zoom in or out on web pages, photos, and maps, and when youāre taking photos or
shooting videos.
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Swiping
ā¢
Scroll up or down a list.
ā¢
Scroll left or right, for example, between Home screen panes.
Flicking
ā¢
Scroll quickly, for example, in a list or on a web page. You can stop the scrolling
movement by tapping the screen.
Locking and Unlocking the Screen
When your device is on and left idle for a set period of time, the screen darkens to save
battery power and locks automatically. This lock prevents unwanted actions on the
touchscreen when you are not using it. When you buy your device, a basic screen swipe
lock is already set. This means you have to swipe upward on the screen to unlock it. You
can change the security settings later and add other kinds of locks. See
the 34 page.
To activate the screen
ā¢
Brieļ¬y press the power key
To lock the screen
ā¢
When the screen is active, brieļ¬y press the power key
.
.
Screen lock
on
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Home screen
The Homescreen is the starting point for using your device. It's similar to the desktop on
a computer screen. Your Home screen can have up to seven panes, which extend
beyond the regular screen display width. The number of Home screen panes is
represented by a series of dots at the lower part of the Home screen. The highlighted dot
shows the pane that you are currently in.
To go to the Home screen
ā¢
Press .
To browse the Home screen
Home screen panes
You can add new panes to your Home screen (up to a maximum of seven panes) and
delete panes. You can also set the pane that you want to use as the main Home screen
pane.
To Set a Pane as the Main Homescreen Pane
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen.
2
Flick left or right to browse to the pane you want to set as your main Homescreen
pane, then tap
To add a pane to your Homescreen
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen.
2
To browse the panes, ļ¬ick all the way to the right or left, then tap .
To delete a pane from your Home screen
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen.
2
Flick left or right to browse to the pane that you want to delete, then tap
.
.
Homescreen Settings
Use the Home Settings shortcut to adjust some basic settings on your Homescreen. For
example, you can set your Homescreen to auto-rotate and adjust the size of icons.
To Set Your Homescreen to Auto-Rotate
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen, then tap Home Settings.
2
Drag the slider beside Auto rotation to the right.
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To Adjust the Size of Icons on Your Homescreen
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen, then tap Home Settings.
2
Tap Icon size, then select an option.
Application screen
The Application screen, which you open from the Homescreen, contains the applications
that come pre-installed on your device as well as applications that you download.
To view all applications on the Application screen
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Flick left or right on the Application screen.
To open an application from the Application screen
ā¢
Flick left or right to ļ¬nd the application, then tap the application.
To Search for an Application from the Application Screen
1
When the Application screen is open, tap .
2
Enter the name of the application you want to search for.
To open the Application screen menu
ā¢
When the Application screen is open, drag the left edge of the screen to the right.
To Move an Application on the Application Screen
1
To open the Application screen menu, drag the left edge of the Application screen
to the right.
2
Make sure
3
On the Application screen, touch and hold the application until it's selected, then
Custom order
is selected under
SHOW APPS
.
drag it to the new location.
To Add an Application Shortcut to the Homescreen
1
To open the Application screen menu, drag the left edge of the Application screen
to the right.
2
Make sure Custom order is selected under SHOW APPS.
3
On the Application screen, touch and hold an application icon, then drag the icon
to the top of the screen. The Homescreen opens.
4
Drag the icon to the desired location on the Homescreen, then release your ļ¬nger.
Alphabetical or Most used is selected under SHOW APPS instead of Custom order, you can
If
still add an application shortcut to the Homescreen. Just touch and hold the relevant
application icon until the Homescreen opens, then drag the icon to the desired location and
release your ļ¬nger.
To arrange applications on the Application screen
1
To open the Application screen menu, drag the left edge of the Application screen
to the right.
2
Select the desired option under SHOW APPS.
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To Uninstall an Application from the Application Screen
1
To open the Application screen menu, drag the left edge of the Application screen
to the right.
2
Tap UNINSTALL. All uninstallable applications are indicated by .
3
Tap the application you want to uninstall, then tap OK.
Navigating Applications
You can navigate between applications using the navigation keys, the favorites bar, and
the recently used applications window, which lets you switch easily between all recently
used applications. The navigation keys are the Home key, the Recent apps key, and the
Back key. Some applications get closed when you press the Home key to exit, while
others are paused or continue to run in the background. If an application is paused or
running in the background, you can continue where you left off the next time you open
the application.
1 Recently used applications window ā Open a recently used application
2 Favorites bar ā Use a shortcut to access applications or widgets
3 Recent apps key ā Open the recently used applications window and the favorites bar
4 Home key ā Exit an application and go back to the Homescreen
5 Back key ā Go back to the previous screen within an application or close the application
To open the recently used applications window
ā¢
Press .
To Close All the Recently Used Applications
ā¢
Tap and then tap .
To open a menu in an application
ā¢
While using the application, press
A menu is not available in all applications.
.
Small apps
Small apps are miniature apps that run on top of other applications on the same screen,
to enable multi-tasking. For example, you can have a webpage open showing details of
currency exchange rates, and then open the Calculator small app on top of it and
perform calculations. You can access your small apps via the favorites bar. To download
more small apps, go to Google Playā¢.
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To open a small app
1
To make the favorites bar appear, press .
2
Tap the small app that you want to open.
You can open several small apps at the same time.
To close a small app
ā¢
Tap on the small app window.
To download a small app
1
From the favorites bar, tap , then tap and tap .
2
Search for the small app that you want to download, then follow the instructions
to download it and complete the installation.
To move a small app
ā¢
When the small app is open, touch and hold the top left corner of the small app,
then move it to the desired location.
To minimize a small app
ā¢
When the small app is open, touch and hold the top left corner of the small app,
then drag it to the right edge or to the bottom edge of the screen.
To minimize a small app, you can also drag down the status bar to open the Notiļ¬cation panel
and then tap .
To rearrange the small apps in the favorites bar
ā¢
Touch and hold a small app and drag it to the desired position.
To remove a small app from the favorites bar
1
Touch and hold a small app, then drag it to .
2
Tap OK.
To restore a previously removed small app
1
Open the favorites bar, then tap .
2
Touch and hold the small app you want to restore, then drag it into the favorites
bar.
To add a widget as a small app
1
To make the favorites bar appear, press .
2
Tap
3
Select a widget.
4
Enter a name for the widget, if desired, then tap OK.
> > .
Widgets
Widgets are small applications that you can use directly on your Homescreen. They also
function as shortcuts. For example, the Weather widget allows you to see basic weather
information directly on your Homescreen. But when you tap the widget, the full Weather
application opens. You can download additional widgets from Google Playā¢.
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To Add a Widget to the Homescreen
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen, then tap Widgets & Apps.
2
Find and tap the widget that you want to add.
To resize a widget
1
Touch and hold a widget until it magniļ¬es, then release the widget. If the widget
can be resized, for example, the Calendar widget, then a highlighted frame and
resizing dots appear.
2
Drag the dots inward or outward to shrink or expand the widget.
3
To conļ¬rm the new size of the widget, tap anywhere on the Homescreen.
To move a widget
ā¢
Touch and hold the widget until it magniļ¬es, then drag it to the new location.
To delete a widget
ā¢
Touch and hold the widget until it magniļ¬es, then drag it to
.
Shortcuts and folders
Use shortcuts and folders to manage your applications and keep your Home screen tidy.
1 Access an application using a shortcut
2 Access a folder containing applications
To Add an Application Shortcut to Your Homescreen
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen.
2
In the customization menu, tap Widgets & Apps > Apps.
3
Scroll through the list of applications and select an application. The selected
application gets added to the Homescreen.
In step 3, alternatively, you can tap
from the list available. If you use this method to add shortcuts, some of the applications
available allow you to add speciļ¬c functionality to the shortcut.
Widgets & Apps > Shortcuts and then select an application
To Move an Item on the Homescreen
ā¢
Touch and hold the item until it is selected, then drag the item to the new location.
To Delete an Item from the Homescreen
ā¢
Touch and hold an item until it is selected, then drag the item to .
To Create a Folder on the Homescreen
ā¢
Touch and hold an application icon or a shortcut until it is selected, then drag and
drop it on top of another application icon or shortcut.
To Add Items to a Folder on the Homescreen
ā¢
Touch and hold an item until it is selected, then drag the item to the folder.
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To rename a folder on the Home screen
1
Tap the folder to open it.
2
Tap the folder's title bar to show the Folder name ļ¬eld.
3
Enter the new folder name and tap Done.
Background and Themes
You can adapt the Homescreen to your own style using wallpapers and different themes.
To change your Home screen wallpaper
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen.
2
Tap Wallpapers and select an option.
To set a theme
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen.
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.
Battery and power management
Your device has an embedded battery. You can keep track of your battery consumption
and see which applications are using the most power. You can remove or restrict apps
and activate a number of power saving modes to get more out of your battery. You can
also view an estimate of how much battery time is left and adjust your battery settings to
improve performance and make your battery last longer.
To manage your battery consumption
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap
overview appears showing applications that have high data trafļ¬c rates or that you
have not used for a long time.
3
Review the information, then act as required, for example, to uninstall an
application or restrict its usage.
To view which applications use the most battery power
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Power management > Battery usage.
To view the estimated battery time
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Power management.
Settings
>
.
Power management
.
>
App power consumption
. An
Power-Saving Modes
There are several power saving modes available for you to use if you want to make your
battery last longer:
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STAMINA mode
Low battery mode
Queue background
data
If you are using a device with multiple users, you may need to log in as the owner, that is, the
primary user, to activate or deactivate a power-saving mode.
Disables Wi-FiĀ® when the screen is turned off, and restricts hardware performance.
appears in the status bar when this mode takes effect.
Modiļ¬es your deviceās behavior, for example, to adjust screen brightness and the
screen timeout setting, when the battery level drops below a certain percentage.
appears in the status bar when this mode takes effect.
Optimizes outgoing trafļ¬c when the screen is off by sending data at pre-deļ¬ned
intervals.
To Activate a Power Saving Mode
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Power management.
3
To activate your preferred mode, select the mode name, and tap the on-off switch
to activate the chosen mode, if necessary.
STAMINA Mode Feature Overview
STAMINA mode has several features that allow you to optimize your battery
performance:
Extended
standby
STAMINA clock
Extended usage
If you are using a device with multiple users, you may need to log in as the owner, that is, the
primary user, to activate or deactivate a STAMINA mode feature.
Prevents applications from using data trafļ¬c by disabling Wi-FiĀ® when the screen is off.
You can exclude some applications and services from being paused when this feature is
active.
Keeps network connections paused in situations where you frequently press the power
key to check the time.
Restricts hardware performance when you are using your device.
To Activate STAMINA Mode Features
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Power management, then tap STAMINA mode.
3
Activate STAMINA mode if it is deactivated.
4
Drag the sliders beside the features you want to activate, then tap Activate, if
prompted.
To select which applications to run in STAMINA mode
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Power management, then tap STAMINA mode.
3
Activate STAMINA mode if it is deactivated.
4
Make sure the Extended standby feature is turned on, then tap Apps active in
.
standby > Add applications.
5
Scroll left or right to view all applications and services, then mark the relevant
checkboxes for the applications that you want to run.
6
When you're done, tap Done.
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.
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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
ā¢
Drag the status bar fully downwards, then tap the screenshot you want to view.
You can also view your screenshots by opening the Album application.
Notiļ¬cations
Notiļ¬cations inform you of events such as new email messages and calendar
notiļ¬cations as well as activities in progress, such as ļ¬le downloads. Notiļ¬cations appear
in the following places:
ā¢
The status bar
ā¢
The Notiļ¬cation panel
ā¢
The lockscreen
To open or close the Notification panel
1
To open the Notiļ¬cation panel, drag the status bar downward.
2
To close the Notiļ¬cation panel, drag the panel upward.
To Take Action on a Notification in the Notification Panel
ā¢
Tap the notiļ¬cation.
To dismiss a notification from the Notification panel
ā¢
Place your ļ¬nger on a notiļ¬cation and ļ¬ick left or right.
To Expand a Notification on the Notification Panel
ā¢
Drag the notiļ¬cation downward.
Not all
notiļ¬cations are expandable.
To Clear all Notifications from the Notification PanelS
ā¢
Tap .
To Take Action on a Notification from the Lockscreen
ā¢
Double-tap the notiļ¬cation.
To dismiss a notification from the lockscreen
ā¢
Place your ļ¬nger on the notiļ¬cation and ļ¬ick left or right.
To Expand a Notification on the Lockscreen
ā¢
Drag the notiļ¬cation downward.
notiļ¬cations are expandable.
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Managing Notifications on the Lockscreen
You can set up your device so that only selected notiļ¬cations get displayed on your
lockscreen. You can make all notiļ¬cations and their content accessible, hide sensitive
content for all notiļ¬cations or speciļ¬c apps, or choose not to show any notiļ¬cations at
all.
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 notiļ¬cations on the lockscreen. When you have this setting turned on, keep in
mind that all content (including the content of incoming emails and chats) will be visible
on your lockscreen unless you designate the relevant apps as Sensitive 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
notiļ¬cations arrive. For example, you'll get a notiļ¬cation for an incoming email or chat,
but the content won't be visible on your lockscreen.
You won't get any notiļ¬cations on the lockscreen.
Setting the Notification Level for an App
You can set different notiļ¬cation behaviors for individual applications. For example, you
can block all email notiļ¬cations, prioritize Facebookā¢ notiļ¬cations, and make the
content of messaging notiļ¬cations 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 notiļ¬cation settings for.
4
Drag the relevant slider to the right.
Notification Levels and Options for Specific Applications
Block
Priority
Sensitive
Never show notiļ¬cations for the selected app.
Show notiļ¬cations for the selected apps at the top of the list on your lockscreen.
This option is only available if you set up a PIN, password, or pattern as your screen lock and
selected Show all notification content under the When device is locked setting. Notiļ¬cations for
the app appear on your lockscreen but their content isn't visible.
Notification Light
The notiļ¬cation light informs you about battery status and some other events. The
notiļ¬cation light is enabled by default but can be disabled manually.
When the
such as when the battery level falls below 15 percent.
notiļ¬cation light is disabled, it only lights up when there is a battery status warning,
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To Enable the Notification Light
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification.
3
Drag the slider beside Notification light to the right.
Icons in the status bar
Status Icons
A Wi-FiĀ® connection is enabled and data is being transmitted
Battery status
The battery is charging
STAMINA mode is activated
Low battery mode is activated
Airplane mode is activated
The BluetoothĀ® function is activated
Silent mode
Allow exceptions in silent mode
An alarm is set
GPS is activated
Synchronization is ongoing
Problem with sign-in or synchronization
Depending on your service provider and/or region, the functions or services represented by
some icons in this list may not be available.
To Manage Status Bar Icons
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap
3
Mark the checkboxes for the system icons that you want to appear in the status
bar.
Settings
>
Personalization
>
System icons
.
Notification Icons
New email message
Downloading data
Uploading data
Perform a basic setup of your device
A software update is available
System updates are available
Downloading system updates
Tap to install the downloaded system updates
Screenshot captured
A new Hangoutsā¢ chat message has arrived
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Video chat with friends using the Hangoutsā¢ application
Upcoming calendar event
A small app is running
Smart Connect is activated
A song is playing
The radio is playing
The device is connected to a computer via a USB cable
Internal storage is 75% full. Tap to transfer data to the memory card
Warning
More (undisplayed) notiļ¬cations
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
3
Select an application.
4
Drag the slider beside
Settings
>
Sound & notification
to the right.
Block
>
App notifications
.
Application Overview
Use the Alarm & clock application to set various kinds of alarms.
Use your web browser to navigate and view web pages and manage
bookmarks, text and images.
Use the Calculator application to perform basic calculations.
Use the Calendar application to keep track of events and manage your
appointments.
Use the camera to take photos and record video clips.
Use the Contacts application to manage phone numbers, email addresses, and
other information related to your contacts.
Access your downloaded applications, documents and pictures.
Use the Email application to send and receive emails through both private and
corporate accounts.
Use the Facebookā¢ application to engage in social networking with friends,
family members, and coworkers around the world.
Browse and listen to FM radio stations.
Use the Album application to view and work with your photos and videos.
Use the Gmailā¢ application to read, write, and organize email messages.
Search for information on your device and on the web.
View your current location, ļ¬nd other locations, and calculate routes using
Google Mapsā¢.
Use the Play Storeā¢ application to download free and paid applications for your
device.
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Use the Video application to play videos on your device and share content with
your friends.
Use the Music application to organize and play music, audio books and
podcasts.
View news stories and weather forecasts.
Optimize settings to suit your own requirements.
Use the Hangoutsā¢ application to chat with friends online.
Identify music tracks that you hear playing in your surroundings, and get artist,
album, and other info.
Use YouTubeā¢ to share and view videos from around the world.
Use the Backup and restore application to back up or restore content on your
device, such as contacts, bookmarks, calendar data, etc.
Use the Smart Connectā¢ application to set what happens in your device when
you connect or disconnect an accessory.
The Xperiaā¢ Movie Creator automatically creates short videos of around 30
seconds in length using existing photos and videos. The application
automatically determines the timeline to create its movie.
Use the Support application to access user support on your device. For
example, you can access a User guide, troubleshooting information, plus tips
and tricks.
Some applications are not supported or listed by all service providers in all areas.
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Downloading applications
Downloading applications from Google Playā¢
Google Playā¢ is the ofļ¬cial online Google store for downloading applications, games,
music, movies and books. It includes both free and paid applications. Before you start
downloading from Google Playā¢, make sure that you have a working Internet
connection.
To use Google Playā¢, you need to have a Googleā¢ account. Google Playā¢ may not be
available in all countries or regions.
To download an application from Google Playā¢
1
From the Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Play Store.
3
Find an item you wish to download by browsing categories, or by using the search
function.
4
Tap the item to view its details, and follow the instructions to complete the
installation.
Some applications may need to access data, settings, and various functions on your device in
order to work properly. Only install and give permissions to applications you trust.
You can view the permissions granted to a downloaded application by tapping the application
under Settings > Apps.
Downloading applications from other sources
When your device is set to allow downloads from sources other than Google Playā¢, you
can download applications directly from other websites by following the relevant
download instructions.
Installing applications of unknown or unreliable origin can damage your device. Only download
applications from reliable sources. Contact the application provider if you have any questions
or concerns.
If you are using a device with multiple users, only the owner, that is, the primary user, can allow
downloads from sources other than Google Playā¢. Changes made by the owner affect all
other users.
To Allow the Download of Applications from Other Sources
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap
3
Drag the slider beside Unknown sources to the right.
4
Tap OK.
Some applications may need to access data, settings, and various functions on your device in
order to work properly. Only install and give permissions to applications you trust.
You can view the permissions granted to a downloaded application by tapping the application
under Settings > Apps.
Settings
>
Security
.
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Internet and networks
Browsing the web
The Google Chromeā¢ web browser for Androidā¢ devices comes pre-installed in most
markets. Go to http://support.google.com/chrome and click the "Chrome for Mobile" link
to get more detailed information about how to use this web browser.
To browse with Google Chromeā¢
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap .
3
If you are using Google Chromeā¢ for the ļ¬rst time, select to either sign in to a
Googleā¢ account or browse with Google Chromeā¢ anonymously.
4
Enter a search term or web address in the search and address ļ¬eld, then tap Go
on the keyboard.
Wi-FiĀ®
Use Wi-FiĀ® connections to surf the Internet, download applications, or send and receive
email. Once you have connected to a Wi-FiĀ® network, your device remembers the
network and automatically connects to it the next time you come within range.
Some Wi-FiĀ® networks require you to log in to a web page before you can get access.
Contact the relevant Wi-FiĀ® network administrator for more information.
Available Wi-FiĀ® networks may be open or secured:
ā¢
Open networks are indicated by
ā¢
Secured networks are indicated by
.
next to the Wi-FiĀ® network name.
next to the Wi-FiĀ® network name.
Some Wi-FiĀ® 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-FiĀ® networks.
To Turn on Wi-FiĀ®
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.
3
Tap the on-off switch to turn on the Wi-FiĀ® function.
It may take a few seconds before Wi-FiĀ® is enabled.
To Connect to a Wi-FiĀ® Network Automatically
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap
3
Tap the on-off switch to turn on the Wi-Fi function. All available Wi-FiĀ® networks
are displayed.
4
Tap a Wi-FiĀ® 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/
Settings
>
Wi-Fi
.
, then tap Refresh. If you cannot connect to a Wi-Fi
.
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To Add a Wi-FiĀ® 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 ļ¬eld.
6
If required, enter a password.
7
To edit some advanced options such as proxy and IP settings, mark the
Advanced options checkbox and then edit as desired.
8
Tap Save.
Contact your Wi-FiĀ® network administrator to get the network SSID and password.
Wi-FiĀ® settings
When you are connected to a Wi-FiĀ® network or when there are Wi-FiĀ® networks
available in your vicinity, it is possible to view the status of these networks. You can also
enable your device to notify you whenever an open Wi-FiĀ® network is detected.
To Enable Wi-FiĀ® Network Notifications
1
Turn on Wi-FiĀ®, if it is not already on.
2
From your Homescreen, tap
3
Find and tap
4
Tap > Advanced.
5
Drag the slider beside
Settings
>
Network notification
Wi-Fi
.
.
to the right.
To view detailed information about a connected Wi-FiĀ® network
1
From the Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.
3
Tap the Wi-FiĀ® network that you are currently connected to. Detailed network
information is displayed.
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 certiļ¬cate on your device. For
detailed information on how to set up a connection to your virtual private network, please
contact the network administrator of your company or organization.
To add a virtual private network
1
From your Homescreen, tap
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.
.
To connect to a virtual private network
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > More > VPN.
3
In the list of available networks, tap the VPN you want to connect to.
4
Enter the required information.
5
Tap Connect.
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To disconnect from a virtual private network
1
Drag the status bar downwards.
2
Tap the notiļ¬cation 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 Gmailā¢ and Exchange
ActiveSync, Facebookā¢, Flickrā¢, and Twitterā¢. 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, select the account type, then tap the name of the account you
want to synchronize with. A list of items appears showing what can be
synchronized with the account.
3
Tap the items you want to synchronize.
.
> Settings > Accounts.
To Remove an Online Account
1
From your Homescreen, tap > Settings > Accounts.
2
Under
Accounts
want to remove.
3
Tap , then tap
4
Tap Remove account again to conļ¬rm.
, select the account type, then tap the name of the account you
Remove account
.
Synchronizing with MicrosoftĀ® Exchange ActiveSyncĀ®
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 ļ¬nd 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 > Accounts > Add account > Exchange ActiveSync.
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 what data you want to sync with your device, such as contacts and
calendar entries.
8
If desired, activate the device administrator to allow your corporate server to
control certain security features on your device. For example, you can allow your
corporate server to set password rules and set storage encryption.
9
When the setup is done, enter a name for the corporate account.
.
Mail, Calendar
and
Contacts
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.
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To change the settings of an EAS account
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Tap Mail, then tap .
3
Tap Settings and select an EAS account, 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 Mail, 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 conļ¬rm.
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