Sony Xperia Z3 SGP621, Xperia Z3 SGP641, Xperia Z2 SGP521 User Manual

User guide

Xperia™ Z3 Tablet Compact

SGP621/SGP641

Contents

Getting started...............................................................................6

About this User Guide.........................................................................6

Overview.............................................................................................6

Assembly............................................................................................7

Starting your device for the first time...................................................9

Why do I need a Google™ account?.................................................10

Charging your Device........................................................................10

Multiple User Accounts.....................................................................11

Learning the basics......................................................................14

Using the touchscreen......................................................................14

Locking and Unlocking the Screen....................................................16

Home screen....................................................................................16

Application screen.............................................................................17

Navigating applications.....................................................................18

Small apps........................................................................................19

Widgets............................................................................................20

Shortcuts and folders........................................................................21

Background and Themes..................................................................22

Taking a screenshot..........................................................................22

Recording your screen......................................................................22

Notifications......................................................................................23

Icons in the status bar.......................................................................25

Application Overview.........................................................................27

Downloading applications............................................................29

Downloading applications from Google Play™..................................29

Downloading applications from other sources...................................29

Internet and networks..................................................................30

Browsing the web.............................................................................30

Internet and MMS settings ...............................................................30

Wi-Fi®..............................................................................................31

Sharing your mobile data connection................................................33

Tethering with Xperia Link™..............................................................34

Controlling data usage......................................................................35

Selecting mobile networks................................................................36

Virtual private networks (VPNs)..........................................................36

Synchronizing data on your device..............................................38

Synchronizing with online accounts...................................................38

Synchronizing with Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®.....................38

Synchronizing with Outlook® using a computer................................39

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Basic settings...............................................................................40

Accessing settings............................................................................40

Sound, Ringtone, and Volume...........................................................40

Managing Notifications......................................................................41

SIM card protection..........................................................................42

Screen settings.................................................................................43

Daydream.........................................................................................44

Screen Lock......................................................................................45

Language settings.............................................................................46

Date and time...................................................................................46

X-Reality™ for mobile........................................................................46

Super-Vivid Mode.............................................................................47

Enhancing the sound output.............................................................47

Noise cancellation.............................................................................47

Typing text...................................................................................49

On-Screen Keyboard........................................................................49

Entering text using voice input...........................................................50

Editing text........................................................................................50

Personalizing the On-Screen Keyboard.............................................51

Calling..........................................................................................53

Making calls......................................................................................53

Receiving Calls..................................................................................54

Ongoing calls....................................................................................56

Using the call log...............................................................................56

Forwarding Calls...............................................................................57

Restricting calls.................................................................................57

Multiple calls.....................................................................................58

Conference calls...............................................................................58

Voicemail..........................................................................................59

Emergency calls................................................................................59

Contacts.......................................................................................60

Transferring contacts........................................................................60

Searching and viewing contacts........................................................61

Adding and editing contacts..............................................................62

Adding medical and emergency contact information.........................63

Favorites and groups........................................................................64

Sending contact information..............................................................65

Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application.......................65

Backing Up Contacts........................................................................65

Messaging and chat.....................................................................67

Reading and sending messages.......................................................67

Organizing your messages................................................................68

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Calling from a message.....................................................................69

Messaging settings...........................................................................69

Instant messaging and video chat.....................................................69

Email.............................................................................................70

Setting up email................................................................................70

Sending and Receiving Email Messages...........................................70

Organizing your email messages.......................................................71

Email account settings......................................................................72

Gmail™.............................................................................................72

Music............................................................................................74

Transferring music to your device......................................................74

Listening to music.............................................................................74

Walkman® homescreen menu..........................................................75

Playlists.............................................................................................76

Sharing music...................................................................................77

Enhancing the sound........................................................................77

Visualizer ..........................................................................................77

Recognizing music with TrackID™....................................................77

FM radio.......................................................................................80

Listening to the Radio.......................................................................80

Favorite radio channels.....................................................................81

Sound settings..................................................................................81

Camera.........................................................................................82

Taking photos and recording videos..................................................82

Face detection..................................................................................83

Using Smile Shutter™ to capture smiling faces.................................83

Adding the geographical position to your photos...............................84

General camera settings...................................................................84

Still camera settings..........................................................................87

Video camera settings.......................................................................91

Photos and videos in Album........................................................94

Viewing photos and videos................................................................94

Sharing and managing photos and videos.........................................95

Editing photos with the Photo editor application................................96

Editing videos with the Movie Creator application..............................97

Hiding photos and videos..................................................................97

Album homescreen menu.................................................................98

Viewing your photos on a map..........................................................99

Videos........................................................................................101

Watching videos in the Movies application......................................101

Transferring video content to your device........................................102

Managing video content..................................................................102

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Movie Creator.................................................................................103

Video Unlimited service...................................................................103

Connectivity...............................................................................104

Mirroring the screen of your device on a TV using a cable...............104

Mirroring the Screen of your Device Wirelessly................................104

One-touch setup.............................................................................105

Connecting your device to USB mass storage devices....................105

Connecting Your Device to a DUALSHOCK™ Series Wireless

Controller........................................................................................106

Sharing content with DLNA Certified™ devices...............................106

Bluetooth® wireless technology......................................................109

NFC................................................................................................111

Smart apps and features that save you time.............................113

Controlling accessories and settings with Smart Connect...............113

Using your device as a fitness hub with ANT+™.............................115

Using your device as a wallet..........................................................115

Travel and maps.........................................................................116

Using location services....................................................................116

Google Maps™ and Navigation.......................................................116

Using data traffic when traveling......................................................117

Using your device with a car infotainment system............................117

Airplane mode.................................................................................118

Calendar and alarm clock..........................................................119

Calendar.........................................................................................119

Alarm and Clock.............................................................................120

Support and maintenance..........................................................122

Support for your device...................................................................122

Computer tools...............................................................................122

Updating Your Device.....................................................................123

Finding a lost device .......................................................................124

Finding the identification number of your device..............................125

Battery and power management.....................................................125

Memory and Storage......................................................................127

Managing files using a computer.....................................................128

Backing Up and Restoring Content.................................................129

Running diagnostic tests on your device.........................................131

Restarting and resetting..................................................................132

Using your device in wet and dusty conditions................................133

Recycling your device.....................................................................134

Limitations to services and features.................................................134

Legal information.............................................................................135

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Getting started

About this User Guide

This is the Xperia™ Z3 Tablet Compact User guide for the Android™ 5.0 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

Updating Your

Device

on the 123 page.

To check the current software version of your device

1 From your Homescreen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > About tablet > Android version.

Overview

Charging/Notification light

2 Speaker

3 Front camera lens

4 Light sensor

5 Headset jack

6 Microphone

7 Power key

8 Volume/Zoom key

9 Speaker

10 Cover for charger/USB cable port

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11 Main camera lens

12 GPS antenna area

13 NFC™ detection area

14 Charging dock connector

15 Cover for nano-SIM card slot and memory card slot

16 Main Wi-Fi/Bluetooth antenna area

17 Second Wi-Fi antenna 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 nano SIM card

If you insert a nano SIM card while the device is powered on, the device restarts automatically.

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1 Insert a fingernail into the gap between the nano SIM card slot cover and the

device, then detach the cover.

2 Using a fingernail, pull out the nano SIM card holder. 3 With the gold-colored contacts on the nano SIM card facing up, place the nano

SIM card in the holder.

4 Insert the nano SIM card holder back into the device. 5 Re-attach the nano SIM card slot cover.

Inserting the nano SIM card into the device without the SIM card holder could damage your nano SIM card or your device, and Sony Mobile does not warrant and will not be responsible for any damage caused by such action.

To remove the nano SIM card

1 Detach the nano SIM card slot cover. 2 Using a fingernail or other similar object, drag the nano SIM card holder out. 3 Remove the nano SIM card. 4 Insert the nano SIM card holder back into its slot. 5 Re-attach the cover.

To insert a memory card

Use a fine-tipped pen or other similar tool to insert the memory card.

Insert a fingernail into the gap between the memory card slot cover and the device, then detach the 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 Re-attach the memory card cover.

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To remove the memory card

1 Turn off the device and remove the cover of the memory card slot, or unmount the

memory card from Settings > Storage > Unmount SD card.

2 Using a fine-tipped pen or other similar tool, press the memory card inward and

then release it quickly.

3 Draw the card outward and remove it fully.

Starting your device for the first time

The first time you start your device, a setup guide opens to help you configure 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

Make sure 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 until the device vibrates. 2 Enter your SIM card PIN when requested, then tap

3 Wait a while for the device to start.

Your SIM card PIN is initially supplied by your service provider, but you can change it later from the Settings menu. To correct a mistake made while entering your SIM card PIN, tap .

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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.

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 Google Play™—the 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™.

• Synchronize email, contacts, and the calendar.

• Chat with friends using the Hangouts™ application.

• Synchronize your browsing history and bookmarks.

For more information about Android™ and Google™, go to

www.sonymobile.com/support

To Set Up a Google™ Account on Your Device

1 From your Homescreen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Accounts > Add account > Google. 3 Follow the registration wizard to create a Google™ account, or sign in if you

already have an account.

You can also sign in to or create a Google™ account from the setup guide the first 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 first time. You can still use your device while it is charging. Read more about how to improve battery performance in

Battery

and power management

on page 125.

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To charge your device

1 Plug the charger into a power outlet. 2 Plug one end of the USB cable into the charger (or into the USB port of a

computer).

3 Plug the other end of the cable into the micro USB port on your device, with the

USB symbol facing up. The notification light illuminates when charging begins.

4 When the device is fully charged, disconnect the cable from your device by pulling

it straight outward. Make sure not to bend the connector.

If the battery is completely discharged, it may take a few minutes before the notification light illuminates and the charging icon appears.

Battery notification light status

Green The battery charge level is greater than 90%

Flashing 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%

Multiple User Accounts

Your device supports multiple user accounts so that different users can log in separately to the device and use it. Multiple user accounts work well in situations where you share the same device with other people or lend your device to someone to use for a while. The user who sets up the device for the first time becomes the owner of the device. Only the owner can manage the accounts of other users. Apart from the owner account, there are two different types of accounts:

• Regular User: This account type is suitable for someone who regularly uses your device.

• Guest User: Enable the guest account option for someone who just wants to use your

device temporarily.

Some features are only available to the owner. For example, only the owner can access the SD card.

About the Regular User Account

By adding Regular User accounts, you can allow different users to have different homescreens, wallpapers, and general settings. They also get separate access to applications and memory storage for files such as music and photos. You can add up to seven Regular User accounts on your device.

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To Add a Regular User Account

1 Be sure you are logged in as the owner, that is, the user who set up the device for

the first time.

2 From your Homescreen, tap . 3 Find and tap Settings > Users > Add user. 4 Tap OK > Set up now. The screen locks, and an icon representing the newly

added user appears in the top-right corner.

5 Unlock the screen, for example by swiping or entering your PIN. 6 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the procedure.

You can also add a Regular User account from the status bar on any screen. Just drag the status bar downward using two fingers and tap the user icon, then tap Add user.

To Allow a Regular User to Make Phone Calls and Use SMS

1 Be sure you are logged in as the owner. 2 From your Homescreen, tap

3 Find and tap Settings > Users. 4 Tap beside the name of the relevant user, then drag the slider beside Allow

phone calls and SMS to the right.

To Delete a Regular User Account from Your Device

1 Be sure you are logged in as the owner. 2 From your Homescreen, tap

3 Find and tap Settings > Users. 4 Tap

beside the name of the user you want to delete, then tap Remove user >

Delete.

About the Guest User Account

If someone just wants to use your device temporarily, you can enable a guest account for that user. In Guest mode, your device starts up as a freshly installed system with only the preinstalled apps. Once your guest is finished using your device, you can wipe the session clean so that the next guest can start fresh. The Guest User account is preinstalled and cannot be deleted.

To Set Up the Guest User Account

1 Be sure you are logged in as the owner, that is, the user who set up the device for

the first time.

2 From your Homescreen, tap

3 Find and tap Settings > Users > Guest. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the procedure.

You can also set up a guest user account from the status bar on any screen. Just drag the status bar downward using two fingers and tap the user icon, then tap Add guest.

To Allow the Guest User to Make Phone Calls

1 Be sure you are logged in as the owner. 2 From your Homescreen, tap . 3 Find and tap Settings > Users. 4 Tap

beside Guest, then drag the slider beside Allow phone calls to the right.

To Clear the Guest Session Data

1 Be sure you are logged in as a guest user. 2 From your Homescreen, tap

3 Find and tap Settings > Users. 4 Find and tap Remove guest. 5 Tap Remove.

You can also clear the guest session from the status bar on any screen. Just drag the status bar downward using two fingers and tap the user icon, then tap Remove guest.

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Switching between Multiple User Accounts

To Switch between Multiple User Accounts

1 To view the list of users, drag the status bar downward using two fingers, then tap

the user icon at the top right of the screen.

2 Tap the icon representing the user account you want to switch to. 3 If a password has been set for the account, enter this password to log in.

Otherwise, just unlock the screen.

When you switch to the guest account, tap Start over if you want to wipe the previous session or tap Yes, continue to continue the previous session.

Settings for Multiple User Accounts

There are three different types of settings on devices with multiple users:

• Settings that can be changed by any user but affect all users. Examples include

language, Wi-Fi®, Airplane mode, NFC, and Bluetooth®.

• Settings that only affect an individual user account. Examples include automatic data

syncing, screen lock, various accounts added, and wallpaper.

• Settings that are only visible to the owner but affect all users, such as VPN settings.

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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 webpages, photos and maps, or when you are taking photos and

shooting videos.

Swiping

• Scroll up or down a list.

• Scroll left or right, for example, between Home screen panes.

Flicking

• Scroll quickly, for example, in a list or on a web page. You can stop the scrolling

movement by tapping the screen.

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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

Screen Lock

the 45 page.

To activate the screen

• Briefly press the power key .

To lock the screen

• When the screen is active, briefly press the power key

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

• Press

To browse the Home screen

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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 until the device vibrates. 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 Home screen

1 Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates. 2 Flick left or right to browse the panes, then tap

To delete a pane from your Home screen

1 Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates. 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 until the device vibrates, then

tap Home Settings.

2 Drag the slider beside Auto rotation to the right.

To Adjust the Size of Icons on Your Homescreen

1 Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates, 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.

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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, 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

• 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 Own order is selected under SHOW APPS. 3 Touch and hold the application until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then drag

it to the new location.

To add an application shortcut to the Home screen

1 From the Application screen, touch and hold an application icon until the screen

vibrates, 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 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.

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. Some applications are closed when you press

to exit while others

are paused or continue to run in the background. If the application is paused or runs in

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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 Favorites bar – Use a shortcut to access applications or widgets

3 Task navigation key – Open the recently used applications window and the favorites bar

4 Home navigation key – Exit an application and go back to the Homescreen

5 Back navigation key – Go back to the previous screen within an application or close the application

To open the recently used applications window

• Press .

To open a menu in an application

• 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 Play™.

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

• 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.

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To move a small app

• 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

• 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 Notification panel and then tap .

To rearrange the small apps in the favorites bar

• 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 Play™.

To add a widget to the Home screen

1 Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates, then

tap Widgets.

2 Find and tap the widget that you want to add.

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To resize a widget

1 Touch and hold a widget until it magnifies and the device vibrates, 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 confirm the new size of the widget, tap anywhere on the Homescreen.

To move a widget

• Touch and hold the widget until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then drag it

to the new location.

To delete a widget

• Touch and hold the widget until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then drag it

Shortcuts and folders

Use shortcuts and folders to manage your applications and keep your Home screen tidy.

Access an application using a shortcut

2 Access a folder containing applications

To add an application shortcut to your Home screen

1 Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates and

the customization menu appears.

2 In the customization menu, tap 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

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 magnifies and the device vibrates, then drag the

item to the new location.

To delete an item from the Homescreen

• Touch and hold an item until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then drag the

item to

To create a folder on the Home screen

• Touch and hold an application icon or a shortcut until it magnifies and the device

vibrates, then drag and drop it on top of another application icon or shortcut.

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To add items to a folder on the Home screen

• Touch and hold an item until it magnifies and the device vibrates, 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 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 until the device vibrates. 2 Tap Wallpapers and select an option.

To set a theme

1 Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates. 2 Tap Themes. 3 Select an option and follow the instructions in your device.

When you change a theme, the background also changes in some applications.

Taking a screenshot

You can capture still images of any screen on your device as a screenshot. Screenshots you take are automatically saved in Album.

To take a screenshot

1 Press and hold down the power key until a prompt window appears. 2 Tap

You can also take the screenshot by pressing the power key and volume down key at the same time until you hear a clicking sound.

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.

Recording your screen

You can use the screen recording feature to capture videos of what’s happening on your device’s screen. This feature is useful, for example, when you want to create tutorials or

record videos of you playing a game on your device. Recorded video clips are automatically saved in Album.

1 Minimize/Resume the record screen window

2 Record your screen

3 Record your screen when the front camera is activated

4 Access the screen recording settings

5 Close the screen recording window

To record your screen

1 Press and hold down the power key until a prompt window appears. 2 Tap

3 When the record screen window is open, tap . The timer for recording appears. 4 To stop the screen recording, tap the timer, then tap .

To Record your Screen when the Front Camera is Activated

1 When the record screen window is open, tap

to make the front camera screen

recording window appear.

2 To start recording your screen and video captured by the front camera, tap

3 To stop recording, tap the timer, then tap . 4 To deactivate the front camera screen recording window, tap the timer, then tap

When the front camera screen recording window opens, drag

to resize the window and tap

to record a still picture.

To view the recent screen recordings

• After your screen recordings finish, drag the status bar downwards, then tap to

view the most recent recordings of your screen.

You can also view your screen recordings in 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 lockscreen

To open or close the Notification panel

1 To open the Notification panel, drag the status bar downward. 2 To close the Notification panel, drag the panel upward.

To Take Action on a Notification in the Notification Panel

• Tap the notification.

To dismiss a notification from the Notification panel

• Place your finger on a notification and flick left or right.

To Clear all Notifications from the Notification PanelS

• Tap

To Take Action on a Notification from the Lockscreen

• Double-tap the notification.

To Dismiss a Notification from the Lockscreen

• Place your finger on a notification and flick left or right.

To Expand a Notification on the Notification Panel

• Drag the notification downward.

Not all notifications are expandable.

To Expand a Notification on the Lockscreen

• Drag the notification downward.

Not all notifications are expandable.

Quick Settings for Interruptions

There are three modes available for interruptions on your device: SILENT , PRIORITY, and SOUND. Within each mode, you can determine how and when notifications can interrupt you, if at all. For example, you can set your device to only show you priority notifications during the hours you’re at work or to block all notifications while you’re taking a nap. You can get quick access to the basic interruption and sound settings by pressing the volume key up or down.

1 SILENT – All interruptions get blocked, including alarms. There is no sound when an alarm goes off

2 Priority – Only allow priority interruptions

3 Sound – Allow all interruptions

To Set Priority Interruptions

1 From your Homescreen, tap

2 Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Interruptions.

For more information about settings for notifications and interruptions, see

Managing

Notifications

on page 41.

Notification Light

The notification light informs you about battery status and some other events. For example, a flashing white light means there is a new message or a missed call. The notification light is enabled by default but can be disabled manually.

When the notification light is disabled, it only lights up when there is a battery status warning, such as when the battery level falls below 15 percent.

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

Signal strength

No signal

Roaming

Sending and downloading LTE data

Sending and downloading GPRS data

Sending and downloading EDGE data

Sending and downloading 3G data

Sending and downloading cellular data

A Wi-Fi® 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 Bluetooth® function is activated

SIM card error

The microphone is muted

The speakerphone is on

Silent mode

Only allow priority interruptions

Vibrate mode

An alarm is set

GPS is activated

Synchronization is ongoing

Problem with sign-in or synchronization

Your device is ready to connect to supported ANT+™ devices

Depending on your service provider, network, 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 Settings > Personalization > Status bar icons. 3 Mark the checkboxes for the system icons that you want to appear in the status

bar.

Notification Icons

New text message or multimedia message

Missed call

Call on hold

Call forwarding is turned on

New voicemail message

New email message

Downloading data

Uploading data

Mobile data is disabled

Perform a basic setup of your device

A software update is available

System updates are available

Downloading system updates

Tap to install the downloaded system updates

Screenshot captured

A new Hangouts™ chat message has arrived

Video chat with friends using the Hangouts™ 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

Error message

More (undisplayed) notifications

Not all icons that may appear on your device are listed here. These icons are for reference purposes only, and changes may be made without notice.

To Block an Application from Sending Notifications

1 From your Homescreen, tap

2 Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > App notifications. 3 Select an application. 4 Drag the slider beside Block to the right.

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 Facebook™ 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 Gmail™ application to read, write, and organize email messages.

Search for information on your device and on the web.

View your current location, find other locations, and calculate routes using Google Maps™.

Go to Google Play™ to download free and paid applications for your device.

Use the Messaging application to send and receive text and multimedia messages.

Use the Movies application to play videos on your device and share content with your friends.

Use the Walkman® application to organize and play music, audio books, and podcasts.

View news stories and weather forecasts.

Make phone calls by dialing the number manually, or by using the smart dial function.

Use the Video Unlimited application to rent or purchase videos.

Optimize settings to suit your own requirements.

Use the Hangouts™ application to chat with friends online.

Identify music tracks that you hear playing in your surroundings, and get artist, album, and other info.

Use YouTube™ 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, text messages, bookmarks, calendar data, bookmarks, etc.

Use the Smart Connect application to set what happens on your device when you connect or disconnect an accessory.

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 networks and/or service providers in all areas.

Downloading applications

Downloading applications from Google Play™

Google Play™ is the official online Google store for downloading applications, games, music, movies, and books. It includes both free and paid applications. Before you start downloading from Google Play™, make sure that you have a working Internet

connection, preferably over Wi-Fi® to limit data traffic charges.

To use Google Play™, you need to have a Google™ account. Google Play™ may not be available in all countries or regions.

To download an application from Google Play™

1 From the 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 Play™, you can download applications directly from other websites by following the relevant download instructions.

Installing applications of unknown or unreliable origin can damage your device. 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 Play™. 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 Settings > Security. 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.

Internet and networks

Browsing the web

The Google Chrome™ web browser for Android™ 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 Chrome™

1 From your Homescreen, tap

2 Find and tap

3 If you are using Google Chrome™ for the first time, select to either sign in to a

Google™ account or browse with Google Chrome™ anonymously.

4 Enter a search term or web address in the search and address field, then tap Go

on the keyboard.

Internet and MMS settings

To send multimedia messages, or to access the Internet when there is no available WiFi® network, you must have a working mobile data connection with the correct Internet and MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service) settings. Here are some tips:

• For most mobile networks and operators, Internet and MMS settings come pre-installed

on your device. You can then start using the Internet and send multimedia messages right away.

• In some cases, you get the option to download Internet and MMS settings the first time

you turn on your device when a SIM card is inserted. It is also possible to download these settings later from the Settings menu.

• You can manually add, change or delete Internet and MMS settings on your device at

any time. If you change or delete an Internet or MMS setting by mistake, download the Internet and MMS settings again.

• If you cannot access the Internet over a mobile network or if multimedia messaging is not

working, even though the Internet and MMS settings have been downloaded successfully to your device, refer to the troubleshooting tips for your device at

www.sonymobile.com/support/

for network coverage, mobile data, and MMS issues.

If STAMINA mode is activated to save power, all mobile data traffic gets paused when the screen is off. If this causes connection problems, try excluding some applications and services from being paused, or deactivate STAMINA mode temporarily. For more information, see

STAMINA mode feature overview

on page 126.

If you are using a device with multiple users, only the owner, that is, the primary user, can download Internet and messaging settings from the Settings menu, but the downloaded settings are applicable to all users.

To download Internet and MMS settings

1 From your Homescreen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > More > Internet settings. 3 Tap Accept. Once the settings have been downloaded successfully,

appears in

the status bar and mobile data is turned on automatically.

If the settings cannot be downloaded to your device, check the signal strength of your mobile network. Move to an open location free from obstructions or get close to a window and then try again.

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