Sony Xperia Z2 Users guide
User guide
™
Xperia
D6502/D6503
Z2
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?...............................................10
Device security.............................................................................12
Making sure your device is protected..............................................12
Screen lock...................................................................................... 12
Unlocking your device automatically............................................... 14
SIM card protection......................................................................... 18
Finding the identification number of your device.............................18
Finding a lost device ....................................................................... 19
Learning the basics...................................................................... 21
Using the touchscreen.....................................................................21
Locking and unlocking the screen................................................... 23
Home screen....................................................................................23
Application screen........................................................................... 25
Navigating applications....................................................................26
Widgets............................................................................................26
Shortcuts and folders...................................................................... 27
Background and themes..................................................................28
Taking a screenshot......................................................................... 29
Notifications..................................................................................... 29
Icons in the status bar..................................................................... 31
Application overview........................................................................33
Battery and maintenance............................................................. 35
Charging your device.......................................................................35
Battery and power management..................................................... 36
Updating your device.......................................................................38
Maintenance using a computer....................................................... 39
Storage and memory....................................................................... 40
Backing up and restoring content....................................................41
Downloading applications............................................................45
Downloading applications from Google Play™............................... 45
Downloading applications from other sources................................ 45
Internet and networks.................................................................. 46
Browsing the web............................................................................ 46
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Internet and MMS settings ............................................................. 46
Wi-Fi.................................................................................................47
Sharing your mobile data connection.............................................. 49
Controlling data usage.....................................................................51
Selecting mobile networks...............................................................52
Virtual private networks (VPNs)........................................................52
Basic settings...............................................................................53
Accessing settings...........................................................................53
Volume settings................................................................................53
Do not disturb mode settings.......................................................... 54
Screen settings................................................................................ 55
Application settings......................................................................... 56
Resetting your applications............................................................. 58
Daydream.........................................................................................58
Language settings............................................................................59
Date and time...................................................................................59
X-Reality™ for mobile...................................................................... 60
Super-vivid mode.............................................................................60
Enhancing the sound output............................................................60
Noise cancellation............................................................................60
Multiple user accounts.....................................................................61
Synchronising data on your device..................................................63
Typing text....................................................................................65
On-screen keyboard........................................................................ 65
Phonepad.........................................................................................66
Entering text using voice input........................................................ 67
Editing text....................................................................................... 67
Personalising the on-screen keyboard............................................ 68
Calling.......................................................................................... 70
Making calls..................................................................................... 70
Receiving calls................................................................................. 71
Ongoing calls................................................................................... 73
Using the call log............................................................................. 73
Forwarding calls...............................................................................74
Restricting calls................................................................................74
Multiple calls.................................................................................... 75
Conference calls.............................................................................. 75
Voicemail..........................................................................................76
Emergency calls...............................................................................76
Contacts.......................................................................................77
Transferring contacts....................................................................... 77
Searching and viewing contacts......................................................78
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Adding and editing contacts............................................................79
Adding medical and emergency contact information......................80
Favourites and groups..................................................................... 81
Sending contact information............................................................82
Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application................... 82
Backing up contacts........................................................................ 82
Messaging and chat.....................................................................84
Reading and sending messages......................................................84
Organising your messages.............................................................. 85
Calling from a message................................................................... 85
Messaging settings.......................................................................... 86
Instant messaging and video chat................................................... 86
Email.............................................................................................87
Setting up email............................................................................... 87
Sending and receiving email messages...........................................87
Organising your email messages.....................................................88
Email account settings.....................................................................89
Gmail™............................................................................................ 89
Music............................................................................................91
Transferring music to your device....................................................91
Listening to music............................................................................91
Music home screen menu................................................................93
Playlists............................................................................................ 93
Sharing music.................................................................................. 94
Enhancing the sound....................................................................... 94
Recognising music with TrackID™.................................................. 94
FM radio....................................................................................... 96
Listening to the radio....................................................................... 96
Favourite radio channels..................................................................97
Sound settings................................................................................. 97
Camera.........................................................................................98
Taking photos and recording videos................................................98
Face detection................................................................................. 99
Using Smile Shutter™ to capture smiling faces.............................. 99
Adding the geographical position to your photos......................... 100
General camera settings................................................................ 100
Still camera settings.......................................................................104
Video camera settings................................................................... 108
Photos and videos in Album...................................................... 111
Viewing photos and videos............................................................111
Sharing and managing photos and videos.................................... 112
Editing photos with the Photo editor application...........................113
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Editing videos with the Video editor application............................114
Hiding photos and videos.............................................................. 114
Album home screen menu............................................................. 115
Viewing your photos on a map...................................................... 116
Videos.........................................................................................118
Watching videos in the Video application......................................118
Transferring video content to your device..................................... 119
Managing video content................................................................ 119
Movie Creator................................................................................ 119
Connectivity............................................................................... 121
Mirroring the screen of your device on a TV using a cable............121
Mirroring the screen of your device wirelessly on a TV................. 121
Sharing content with DLNA Certified™ devices............................ 122
Connecting your device to USB accessories................................ 124
Connecting your device to a DUALSHOCK™ series wireless
controller........................................................................................ 125
NFC................................................................................................125
Bluetooth® wireless technology....................................................127
Smart apps and features that save you time............................. 130
Controlling accessories and settings with Smart Connect™........ 130
Using your device as a fitness hub with ANT+™...........................132
Using your device as a wallet........................................................ 132
Travel and maps......................................................................... 133
Using location services.................................................................. 133
Google Maps™ and navigation..................................................... 133
Using data traffic when travelling.................................................. 134
Using your device with a car infotainment system........................ 134
Airplane mode................................................................................135
Calendar and alarm clock.......................................................... 136
Calendar.........................................................................................136
Alarm and clock............................................................................. 137
Accessibility............................................................................... 140
Magnification gestures...................................................................140
Large text....................................................................................... 140
Colour correction........................................................................... 140
Simple Home screen......................................................................140
Hearing aid compatibility............................................................... 141
TalkBack.........................................................................................141
TTY (Teletypewriter) mode............................................................. 141
Slow talk........................................................................................ 141
Support and legal.......................................................................142
Support application....................................................................... 142
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Xperia™ Tips..................................................................................142
Help in menus and applications.....................................................142
Running diagnostic tests on your device.......................................142
Restarting, resetting and repairing.................................................143
Help us improve our software........................................................144
Using your device in wet and dusty conditions............................. 144
Warranty, SAR and usage guidelines.............................................145
Recycling your device....................................................................145
Legal information........................................................................... 146
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Getting started
About this User guide
This is the Xperia™ Z2 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 Home screen, 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.
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.
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Limitations to services and features
Some of the services and features described in this User guide may not be supported
in all countries or regions, or by all networks or service providers. The GSM
International Emergency Number can always be used in all countries, regions,
networks and by all service providers, provided that the device is connected to the
mobile network. Please contact your network operator or service provider to
determine the availability of any 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 page 38.
Overview
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1 Proximity/Light sensor
2 Speaker/Charging light/Notification light
3 Front camera lens
4 Memory card slot cover
5 Power key
6 Volume/Zoom key
7 Camera key
8 Speaker
9 Microphone
10 Main camera lens
11 Camera light
12 Second microphone
13 Headset jack
14 Cover for charger/USB port and micro SIM slot
15 NFC™ detection area
16 Wi-Fi/GPS/Bluetooth antenna area
17 Charging dock connector
18 Strap hole
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.
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To insert the nano SIM cards
1
With the device facing down, open the cover for the micro SIM card tray.
2
Drag out the tray using your fingernail.
3
Place the micro SIM card in the tray, then reinsert the tray.
4
Close the cover.
If you insert a micro SIM card while the device is powered on, the device restarts automatically.
To insert a memory card
1
Open the memory card slot cover.
2
Place the memory card in the memory card slot in the correct orientation, as
shown in the illustration.
3
Close the cover.
To remove the micro SIM card
1
Remove the cover of the micro SIM card slot.
2
Pull out the micro SIM card holder.
3
Remove the micro SIM card.
4
Insert the micro SIM card holder back into its slot.
5
Re-attach the micro SIM card slot cover.
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To remove the memory card
1
Turn off the device and detach the memory card slot cover.
2
Press the memory card inwards and then release it immediately.
3
Draw the memory card fully outwards and remove it.
4
Re-attach the cover.
You can also remove the memory card without turning the device off as described in step 1.
To use this method, you must first unmount the memory card. Tap Settings > Storage, then
tap beside SD card, then follow the rest of the instructions above.
Screen protection
Before using your device, remove the transparent protection film 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 Xperia™ 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 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, personalise your device and sign in to your accounts, for example a
Google™ account.
on page 35.
To turn on the device
Make sure that the battery is charged for at least 30 minutes before you turn on the device for
the first time.
1
Press and hold down the power key
2
Enter your SIM card PIN when requested, then tap .
3
Wait a while for the device to start.
until the device vibrates.
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
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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 is mandatory if you want
to:
•
Download and install applications from Google Play™.
•
Synchronise email, contacts and the calendar using Gmail™.
•
Chat with friends using the Hangouts™ application.
•
Synchronise your browsing history and bookmarks using the Google Chrome™ web
browser.
•
Identify yourself as the authorised 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
http://support.google.com
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, make sure to enter the details for
the relevant account.
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To set up a Google™ account on your device
1
From your Home screen, 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.
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
first time you
.
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Device security
Making sure your device is protected
You can prevent other people from using your device without your permission. For
example, if your device is lost, stolen, or wiped, only someone with your Google™
account or screen lock information can use the device. To make sure that your device
is protected, it is important that you set a secure screen lock and add your Google™
account on your device. It is crucial that you remember both your screen lock
information and your Google™ account credentials. To make sure your device is
protected, you can:
•
Set a secure screen lock on your device, that is, a PIN, password, or pattern screen
lock to prevent anyone from resetting your device. For more information, see
on page 12.
lock
•
Add a Google™ account to prevent others from using your device if it gets stolen
and/or wiped. For more information, see
Why do I need a Google™ account?
page 10.
•
Activate either the “Protection by my Xperia” or the Android™ Device Manager web
service. Using one of these services, you can remotely locate, lock or erase a lost
device. For more information, see
Finding a lost device
on page 19 .
Verifying the ownership of your device
Certain protection features require you to either unlock your screen with your PIN,
password, pattern, or enter your Google™ account information. Below are examples
of protection features and some of the required credentials:
Screen
on
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 ways to lock the screen. The security level of each lock type is
listed below in order of weakest to strongest:
•
Swipe – no protection, but you have quick access to the Home screen
•
Pattern – draw a simple pattern with your finger to unlock your device
•
PIN – enter a numeric PIN of at least four digits to unlock your device
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Password – 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.
To create a screen lock pattern
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen lock > Pattern.
3
Follow the instructions in 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 and then try again.
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To change screen lock type
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen lock.
3
Follow the instructions in your device and select another screen lock type.
To change the screen lock pattern
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings> Security > Screen lock.
3
Draw your screen unlock pattern.
4
Tap Pattern and follow the instructions in your device.
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To create a screen lock PIN
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen lock > PIN.
3
Enter a numeric PIN, then tap Continue.
4
Re-enter and confirm your PIN, then tap OK.
5
Follow the instructions in your device.
To create a screen lock password
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen lock > Password.
3
Enter a password, then tap Continue.
4
Re-enter and confirm your password, then tap OK.
5
Follow the instructions in your device.
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To activate the Swipe unlock function
1
From your Home screen, 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, then tap Yes, remove if requested.
Resetting a forgotten screen lock
If you’ve forgotten your screen lock PIN, password or pattern, you might be able to
reset it using the Protection by my Xperia service. No content on your device is lost
after you have performed a screen lock reset using the Protection by my Xperia
service.
To activate the Protection by my Xperia service, see
page 19.
Finding a lost device
on
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To reset the screen lock using Protection by my Xperia
1
Make 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 the picture of your device under Your devices.
5
Select Lock or Change PIN2 to replace the current screen lock with a new PIN
using any internet-connected device.
code.
6
Follow the on-screen 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:
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Trusted face: Unlock your device by looking at it.
•
Trusted voice: Set up voice recognition to search in any screen.
•
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.
You have to manually unlock your device when you don't use it for 4 hours and after
you restart it.
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 that you’ve set a pattern, PIN or password for your screen lock.
2
From your Home screen, tap
3
Find and tap Settings > Security > Trust agents.
4
Drag the slider beside Smart Lock (Google) to the right.
5
Tap the back arrow next to Trust agents.
6
Find and tap Smart Lock.
7
Enter your pattern, PIN or password. You need to enter this screen lock any
.
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® 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, for example, 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 a 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, for example, 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 > 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 Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted devices.
3
Tap the device that you want to remove.
4
Tap Remove trusted device.
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Making sure you're secure when using trusted devices
Different Bluetooth® devices support different Bluetooth® standards and security
capabilities. There's a possibility that 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 that 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. If
someone takes your Xperia™ device while it's near a trusted device, they may be
able to access your Xperia™ device if the trusted device has unlocked it.
Connecting to trusted places
When the Trusted places feature is set up, the lock screen 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 that high accuracy location mode or batterysaving 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 that you have added as a trusted locations. This
feature can keep your device unlocked within a radius of up to 80 metres. Also be aware that
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location signals can be replicated or manipulated. Someone with access to specialised
equipment could unlock your device.
To add your home location
1
Make sure location mode is turned on and that you are using either the High
accuracy or Battery saving setting.
2
From your Home screen, 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 that you are using either the High
accuracy or Battery saving setting.
2
From your Home screen, 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 that you want to use as your home
.
location.
If your home has multiple buildings at the same address, the trusted place that 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 that you are using either the High
accuracy or Battery saving setting.
2
From your Home screen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted places > Home.
4
Tap Turn off this location.
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 that you are using either the High
accuracy or Battery saving setting.
2
From your Home screen, tap
3
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted places.
4
Tap Add trusted place.
5
To use your current location as a trusted, custom place, tap Select this
location.
6
Alternatively, 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.
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To edit a custom place
1
Make sure location mode is turned on and that you are using either the High
accuracy or Battery saving setting.
2
From your Home screen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted places.
4
Select the place that 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.
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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 remove a custom place
1
Make sure location mode is turned on and that you are using either the High
accuracy or Battery saving setting.
2
From your Home screen, tap
3
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted places.
4
Select the place that you want to remove.
5
Tap Delete.
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Keeping your device unlocked while you’re carrying it
Using the On-body detection feature, you can have your device stay unlocked when
you have it on you, for example, if you're carrying it in your hand, pocket or bag. The
accelerometer in your device keeps your device unlocked when it senses that it's
being carried. The device locks when the accelerometer detects that the device has
been put down.
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 Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > On-body detection.
3
Drag the slider beside Off to the right, then tap OK.
Using On-body detection
When you use the On-body detection feature, you need to be aware of the following
behaviours:
•
When your device senses that it's on your body, it stays unlocked after you unlock it.
•
Any time you put your device down and it senses that it's no longer on your body,
your device locks automatically.
•
After you put your device down, for example, if you place it on a table, your device
can take up to one minute to lock.
•
After you get into a car, bus, train or other land vehicles, your device can take
between 5 and 10 minutes to lock.
•
Note that when you get on an airplane or a boat (or other non-land based vehicles),
your device may not lock automatically, so make 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.
To turn off On-body detection
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > On-body detection.
3
Drag the slider beside On to the right.
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SIM card protection
You can lock and unlock each SIM card that you use in your device with a PIN
(Personal Identity Number). When a SIM card is locked, the subscription linked to the
card is protected against misuse, meaning that you have to enter a PIN every time
you start your device.
If you enter the PIN incorrectly more times than the maximum number of attempts
allowed, your SIM card will become blocked. You then need to enter your PUK
(Personal Unblocking Key) and a new PIN. Your PIN and PUK are supplied by your
network operator.
To set up a SIM card lock
1
From the Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Set up SIM card lock.
3
Drag the slider beside Lock SIM card to the right.
4
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.
To remove a SIM card lock
1
From the Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Set up SIM card lock.
3
Drag the slider beside Lock SIM card to the left.
4
Enter the SIM card PIN and tap OK.
To change the SIM card PIN
1
From the Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Security > Set up SIM card lock.
3
Tap Change SIM PIN.
4
Enter the old SIM card PIN and tap OK.
5
Enter the new SIM card PIN and tap OK.
6
Re-type the new SIM card PIN and tap OK.
.
.
To unlock a blocked SIM card using the PUK code
1
Enter the PUK code and tap .
2
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.
Finding the
Your device has a unique ID (identification) number. In your device, 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 and need 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.
identification number of your device
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To view your IMEI number
1
Detach the cover of the SD card slot.
2
Place a fingernail under the right or left edge of the label tray, then drag the tray
outwards to view your IMEI number.
You can also open the phone dialer on your device and enter *#06# to view the IMEI number.
To view your IMEI number 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 my Xperia web service can help you locate and
secure your device if you ever lose it. You can:
•
Locate your device on a map.
•
Sound an alert even if the device is in silent mode.
•
Remotely lock the device and make the device display your contact information to
anyone who finds it.
•
As a last resort, remotely clear the internal and external memory of the device.
The my Xperia service may not be available in all countries/regions.
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To activate the my Xperia service
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Security > Protection by my Xperia > Activate.
3
Mark the checkbox, then tap Accept.
4
If prompted, sign in to your Sony Entertainment Network account, or create a
new one if you don’t have one.
5
Enable location services on your device if this function is not already enabled.
To verify that the my Xperia service can locate your device, go to
and sign in using either the Google™ account or the Sony Entertainment Network account that
you have set up on your device.
If you are using a device with multiple users, my Xperia service can only be used by the owner.
myxperia.sonymobile.com
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 lock
screen.
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, make sure that you are logged in
as the owner.
2
Make sure that you have an active data connection and that location services
are enabled.
3
From your Home screen, tap .
4
Find and tap Settings > Google > Security.
5
Drag the sliders beside Remotely locate this device and Allow remote lock and
erase to the On position.
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 the service, go to
your Google™ account.
.
www.android.com/devicemanager
and sign in using
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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 Home screen panes.
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Flicking
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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 that you have to swipe upwards on the screen
to unlock it. You can change the security settings later and add other kinds of locks.
Screen lock
See
To activate the screen
•
Briefly press the power key .
To lock the screen
•
When the screen is active, briefly press the power key .
on page 12.
Home screen
The Home screen 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.
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To go to the Home screen
•
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 Home screen pane
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates.
2
Flick left or right to browse to the pane that you want to set as your main Home
screen pane, then tap .
To add a pane to your Home screen
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen 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 Home screen
1
Touch and hold any area on your Home screen until the device vibrates.
2
Flick left or right to browse to the pane that you want to delete, then tap on
the top right corner of the pane.
.
Home screen settings
You can use the Settings shortcut to adjust some basic Home screen settings. For
example, you can adjust the size of icons on your Home screen.
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To uninstall an application from the Home screen
1
Touch and hold any area on your Home screen until the device vibrates.
2
Flick left or right to browse the panes. All uninstallable applications are
indicated by .
3
Tap the application that you want to uninstall, then tap Delete.
To adjust the size of icons on your Home screen
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates,
then tap Settings.
2
Tap Icon size, then select an option.
Application screen
The Application screen, which you open from the Home screen, contains the
applications that come pre-installed on your device as well as applications that you
download.
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
•
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 that 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 that Own order is selected under Sort apps.
3
Touch and hold the application until it becomes selected, then drag it to the
new location.
To add an application shortcut to the Home screen
1
On the Application screen, touch and hold an application icon until it becomes
selected, then drag the icon to the top of the screen. The Home screen opens.
2
Drag the icon to the desired location on the Home screen, then release your
finger.
.
To arrange applications on the Application screen
1
When the Application screen is open, tap .
2
Tap Sort apps, then select an option.
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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 that you want to uninstall, then tap Delete.
Navigating applications
You can navigate between applications using the navigation keys, the favourites 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 – Open a recently used application
2 Recent apps key – Open the recently used applications window and the favourites bar
3 Home key – Exit an application and go back to the Home screen
4 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 and 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 Home screen. They
also function as shortcuts. For example, the Weather widget allows you to see basic
weather information directly on your Home screen. But when you tap the widget, the
full Weather application opens. You can download additional widgets from Google
Play™.
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To add a widget to the Home screen
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates,
then tap Widgets.
2
Find and tap the widget that you want to add.
To resize a widget
1
Touch and hold a widget until it magnifies and the phone vibrates, then release
the widget. If the widget can be resized, 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 Home screen.
To move a widget
•
Touch and hold the widget until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then drag
it to the new location.
To remove a widget
•
Touch and hold the widget until it becomes selected, 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.
1 Access an application using a shortcut
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To add an application shortcut to your Home screen
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen.
2
In the customisation menu, tap Widgets > Shortcuts.
3
Scroll through the list of applications and select an application. The selected
application gets added to the Home screen.
In step 3, alternatively, you can tap Widgets > Shortcuts and then select an application from
the list available. If you use this method to add shortcuts, some of the applications available
allow you to add specific functionality to the shortcut.
To move an item on the Home screen
•
Touch and hold the item until it becomes selected, then drag the item to the
new location.
To remove an item from the Home screen
•
Touch and hold the item until it becomes selected, then drag the item to
Remove from home screen on the top of the screen.
To create a folder on the Home screen
•
Touch and hold an application icon or a shortcut until it becomes selected,
then drag and drop it on top of another application icon or shortcut.
To add items to a folder on the Home screen
•
Touch and hold an item until it becomes selected, 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 Folder name field.
3
Enter the new folder name and tap Done.
Background and themes
You can adapt the Home screen to your own style using wallpapers and different
themes.
To change your Home screen wallpaper
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates.
2
Tap Wallpapers and select an option.
To set a theme
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen 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.
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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 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 downwards, then tap the screenshot you want to view.
You can also view your screenshots by opening the Album application.
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 lock screen
To open or close the Notification panel
1
To open the Notification panel, drag the status bar downwards.
2
To close the Notification panel, drag the panel upwards.
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.
To expand a notification on the Notification panel
•
Drag the notification downwards.
notifications are expandable.
Not all
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To clear all notifications from the Notification panel
•
Tap .
To take action on a notification from the lock screen
•
Double-tap the notification.
To dismiss a notification from the lock screen
•
Place your finger on the notification and flick left or right.
To expand a notification on the lock screen
•
Drag the notification downwards.
Not all notifications are expandable.
Managing notifications on the lock screen
You can set up your device so that only selected notifications get displayed on your
lock screen. 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.
To select the notifications to display on the lock screen
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > When device is locked.
3
Select an option.
.
Notification display options on the lock screen
Show all
notification content
Hide sensitive
notification content
Don't show
notifications at all
Get all notifications on the lock screen. When you have this setting turned on, keep
in mind that all content (including the content of incoming emails and chat
messages) will be visible on your lock screen 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 lock screen 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 lock screen.
You won't get any notifications on the lock screen.
Setting the notification level for an app
You can set different notification behaviour for individual applications. For example,
you can block all email notifications, prioritise Facebook™ notifications and make the
content of messaging notifications invisible on the lock screen.
To set the notification level for an app
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > App notifications.
3
Select the app for which you want to change the notification settings.
4
Drag the relevant slider to the right.
.
Notification levels and options for specific applications
Treat as priority
Allow peeking
Hide sensitive
content
Let this app’s notifications be heard when Do not disturb is set to Priority only.
Let this app emphasise certain notifications by sliding them briefly into view on the
current screen.
When the device is locked, hide content in this app’s notifications that might
reveal private information.
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