User guide
™
Xperia
SGP511/SGP512
Z2 Tablet
Contents
Getting started............................................................................... 6
About this User Guide......................................................................... 6
Overview............................................................................................. 6
Assembly............................................................................................ 7
Screen Protection............................................................................... 7
Starting Your Device for The First Time................................................7
Why do I need a Google™ account?...................................................8
Charging your Device.......................................................................... 9
Device security............................................................................. 10
Making Sure your Device is Protected............................................... 10
Screen Lock......................................................................................10
Unlocking Your Device Automatically.................................................12
Finding the identification number of your device................................ 15
Finding a lost device .........................................................................16
Learning the basics...................................................................... 18
Using the touchscreen...................................................................... 18
Locking and Unlocking the Screen.................................................... 19
Home screen.................................................................................... 20
Application screen.............................................................................21
Navigating Applications..................................................................... 21
Small apps........................................................................................ 22
Widgets............................................................................................ 23
Shortcuts and folders........................................................................ 23
Background and Themes.................................................................. 24
Battery and power management....................................................... 25
Taking a screenshot.......................................................................... 25
Recording your screen...................................................................... 25
Notifications...................................................................................... 26
Icons in the status bar....................................................................... 28
Application Overview.........................................................................29
Downloading applications............................................................31
Downloading applications from Google Play™.................................. 31
Downloading applications from other sources................................... 31
Internet and networks.................................................................. 32
Browsing the web............................................................................. 32
Wi-Fi® ............................................................................................. 32
Tethering with Xperia Link™.............................................................. 33
Virtual private networks (VPNs)..........................................................34
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Synchronizing data on your device.............................................. 36
Synchronizing with Online Accounts.................................................. 36
Synchronizing with Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync® .....................36
Basic settings...............................................................................38
Accessing settings............................................................................ 38
Sound volume ..................................................................................38
Do not disturb mode settings............................................................ 39
Screen settings................................................................................. 40
Application settings........................................................................... 41
Resetting Your Applications.............................................................. 42
Daydream......................................................................................... 42
Language settings.............................................................................43
Date and time................................................................................... 43
X-Reality™ for mobile........................................................................44
Super-Vivid Mode............................................................................. 44
Enhancing the sound output............................................................. 44
Noise cancellation............................................................................. 44
Multiple User Accounts..................................................................... 45
Typing text................................................................................... 48
On-screen keyboard......................................................................... 48
Entering text using voice input...........................................................49
Editing text........................................................................................ 49
Personalizing the On-Screen Keyboard............................................. 50
Contacts ......................................................................................52
Transferring contacts........................................................................ 52
Searching and viewing contacts........................................................ 53
Adding and editing contacts..............................................................53
Favorites and groups........................................................................ 54
Sending contact information..............................................................55
Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application....................... 55
Backing Up Contacts........................................................................ 55
Email.............................................................................................57
Setting up email................................................................................ 57
Sending and Receiving Email Messages........................................... 57
Organizing your email messages....................................................... 58
Email account settings...................................................................... 59
Gmail™.............................................................................................59
Music ...........................................................................................61
Transferring Music to Your Device .................................................... 61
Listening to music............................................................................. 61
Music home screen menu................................................................. 62
Playlists.............................................................................................63
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Sharing music................................................................................... 64
Enhancing the sound........................................................................ 64
Recognizing Music with TrackID™.................................................... 64
FM radio....................................................................................... 66
Listening to the Radio....................................................................... 66
Favorite radio channels..................................................................... 67
Sound settings.................................................................................. 67
Camera.........................................................................................68
Taking photos and recording videos..................................................68
Face Detection..................................................................................69
Using Smile Shutter™ to capture smiling faces................................. 69
Adding Geographical Positions To Your Photos................................ 70
General camera settings................................................................... 70
Still camera settings.......................................................................... 73
Video camera settings....................................................................... 76
Photos and videos in Album........................................................ 79
Viewing Photos and Videos............................................................... 79
Sharing and Managing Photos and Videos........................................ 80
Editing photos with the Photo editor application................................81
Editing videos with the Video editor application................................. 82
Hiding photos and videos..................................................................82
Album home screen menu................................................................ 83
Viewing your photos on a map.......................................................... 83
Videos.......................................................................................... 85
Watching videos in the Video application...........................................85
Transferring video content to your device ......................................... 86
Managing video content.................................................................... 86
Movie Creator................................................................................... 86
Connectivity................................................................................. 88
Mirroring the Screen of Your Device on a TV Using a Cable.............. 88
Mirroring the Screen of your Device Wirelessly.................................. 88
Sharing Content with DLNA Certified™ Devices................................ 89
Connecting Your Device to USB Accessories.................................... 91
Connecting Your Device to a DUALSHOCK™ Series Wireless
Controller.......................................................................................... 92
NFC.................................................................................................. 92
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology...................................................... 94
Smart apps and features that save you time............................... 97
Controlling Accessories and Settings with Smart Connect™............. 97
Using your device as a fitness hub with ANT+™............................... 98
Using your device as a wallet............................................................ 99
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Travel and maps.........................................................................100
Using location services....................................................................100
Google Maps™ and navigation....................................................... 100
Using your device with a car infotainment system............................100
Airplane mode.................................................................................101
Calendar and alarm clock.......................................................... 102
Calendar......................................................................................... 102
Clock.............................................................................................. 103
Accessibility............................................................................... 106
Magnification Gestures....................................................................106
Large Text.......................................................................................106
Color Correction..............................................................................106
TalkBack......................................................................................... 106
Support and maintenance..........................................................108
Support for your device................................................................... 108
Computer tools............................................................................... 108
Updating your device...................................................................... 108
Memory and Storage...................................................................... 110
Managing files using a computer..................................................... 111
Backing up and Restoring Content..................................................112
Running Diagnostic Tests on Your Device....................................... 114
Restarting and resetting your device............................................... 114
Using Your Device in Wet and Dusty Conditions..............................115
Recycling your device..................................................................... 116
Limitations to services and features.................................................116
Legal information.............................................................................117
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Getting started
About this User Guide
This is the
Xperia™ Z2 Tablet 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 via the
Settings menu. For more information about software updates, see
Updating your device
on the 108 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
1 Front camera
2 Light sensor
3 Charging/Notification light
4 Speaker A
5 Speaker B
6 Volume/Zoom key
7 Power key
8 Microphone
9 Infrared sensor
10 Charger/USB port cover
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11 Memory card slot cover
12
Wi-Fi/GPS/Bluetooth antenna area
13 Main camera
14 NFC™ detection area
15 Headset jack
16 Charging dock connector
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 a memory card
1
Insert a fingernail into the gap between the memory card slot cover and the top
side of 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
Reattach the memory card cover.
To Remove the Memory Card
1
Turn off the device and detach the memory card slot cover.
2
Push the memory card inward, and then release it immediately.
3
Draw the memory card fully outward 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
tap
beside SD card, and then follow the rest of the instructions above.
Settings > Storage, then
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 a
protector intended for your Xperia™ model. The use of third-party screen protection
accessories may prevent your device from working correctly by covering sensors, lenses,
speakers, or microphones, and can invalidate the warranty.
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 some accounts, and personalize your device. For example, if you have
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a Sony Entertainment Network or Google™ account, you can sign in to it here and get
set up right 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 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 until the device vibrates.
2
Wait a while for the device to start.
To Turn off the Device
1
Press and hold down the power key until the options menu opens.
2
In the options menu, tap Power off.
It may take a while for the device to shut down.
Why do I need a Google™ account?
Your Xperia™ device from Sony runs on the Android™ platform developed by Google™.
A range of Google™ applications and services is available on your device when you
purchase it, for example, Gmail™, Google Maps™, YouTube™ and the Play Store™
application, which gives you access to the Google Play™ online store for downloading
Android™ applications. To get the most out of these services, you need a Google™
account. For example, a Google™ account is mandatory if you want to:
•
Download and install applications from Google Play™.
•
Synchronize email, contacts and the calendar using Gmail™.
•
Chat with friends using the Hangouts™ application.
•
Synchronize your browsing history and bookmarks using the Google Chrome™ web
browser.
•
Identify yourself as the authorized user after a software repair using Xperia™ Companion.
•
Remotely find, lock or clear a lost or stolen device using the my Xperia™ or Android™
Device Manager services.
For more information about Android™ and Google™, go to
It is crucial that you remember your Google™ account username and password. In some
situations, you may need to identify yourself for security reasons using your Google™ account.
If you fail to give your Google™ username and password in such situations, your device is
locked. Also, if you have more than one Google™ account, make sure to enter the details for
the relevant account.
http:/ / support.google.com
.
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
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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
and power management
on page 25 .
To charge your device
Battery
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 is charging and the battery charge level is greater than 90%
Red The battery is charging and the battery charge level is less than 15%
Orange The battery is charging and the battery charge level is less than 90%
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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 your device is
protected, it is important that you set a secure screen lock and add your Google™
account to 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
the 10 page.
•
Add a Google™ account to prevent others from using your device if it gets stolen and/or
wiped. For more information, see
•
Activate either the “Protection by my Xperia” or the Android™ Device Manager web
Why do I need a Google™ account?
service. Using one of these services, you can remotely locate, lock, or format a lost
device. For more information, see
Finding a lost device
on the 16 page.
Verifying the Ownership of Your Device
When your device is protected, you need to either unlock your screen with your PIN,
password, pattern, , or enter your Google™ account information depending on the
protection features you are using. Below are examples of protection features and some
of the required credentials:
Screen Lock
on the 8 page.
on
Factory Data
Reset protection
Protection by my
Xperia
Android™
Device Manager
Software repair If you use the PC Companion application to perform a software repair, you’re asked to
For Android™ Device Manager, it is necessary to enter information from a Google™ account.
This can be any Google™ account that you have set up on the device. If you cannot provide
the relevant account information during a setup process, you won' t be able to use the device
at all.
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 assoc iated with the service. The device must b e
connected to the Internet before the setup process can b e completed. Otherwise, you will
not be able to use your device after the reset.
If you remotely reset your device using this service, you must enter the username and
password for a Google™ account. The device must b e connected to the Internet before
the setup process can be completed. Otherwise, you will not be able to use your d evice
after the reset.
enter your Google™ account username and password when you start the device after the
repair is comp lete.
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 Homescreen
•
Pattern
– draw a simple pattern with your finger to unlock your device
•
PIN
– enter a numeric PIN of at least four digits to unlock your device
•
Password
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– enter an alpha-numeric password to unlock your device
It is very important that you remember your screen unlock pattern, PIN, or password. If you
forget this information, it may not be possible to restore important data such as contacts and
messages.
To Create a Screen Lock Pattern
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen lock > Pattern.
3
Follow the instructions on your device.
If your lock pattern is rejected five times in a row when you try to unlock your device, you must
wait 30 seconds before you can try again.
To change screen lock type
1
From your Homescreen, 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 Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings> Security > Screen lock.
3
Draw your screen unlock pattern.
4
Tap Pattern and follow the instructions on your device.
To Create a Screen Lock PIN
1
From your Homescreen, 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 on your device.
To Create a Screen Lock Password
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen lock > Password.
3
Enter a password, then tap Continue.
4
Re-enter and confirm your password, then tap OK.
5
Follow the instructions on your device.
To Activate The Swipe Unlock Function
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen lock.
3
Draw your screen unlock pattern, or enter your PIN or password if one of these
screen lock types is enabled.
4
Tap Swipe.
Resetting a Forgotten Screen Lock
If you forgot 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
perform a screen lock reset using the Protection by my Xperia service.
To activate the Protection by my Xperia service, see
page.
Finding a lost device
on the 16
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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 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
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.
using any Internet-connected device.
Unlocking Your Device Automatically
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.
To prepare your device to unlock automatically, you first need to perform the following
steps in the order given:
•
Make sure you have an active Internet connection, preferably a Wi-Fi® connection to
limit data traffic charges.
•
Make sure all your apps are updated using the Play Store™ application in order to
ensure that the Google Play™ services app is updated. Having an up-to-date Google
Play™ services app ensures that you can use the latest Smart Lock features.
•
Enable Smart Lock.
•
Set when you want your device to unlock automatically.
The Smart Lock feature is developed by Google™ and the exact functionality may change over
time due to updates from Google™.
The Smart Lock feature may not be available in every market, country, or region.
To Enable Smart Lock
1
Make sure you’ ve set a pattern, PIN, or password for your screen lock.
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap 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 every
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.
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
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that you connect to regularly, such as a car speaker or home entertainment system, a
Bluetooth® watch or a fitness tracker, you can add them as trusted devices and bypass
the added security of the lockscreen to save time. This feature is suitable if you’re
normally in a relatively secure place when you use these devices. In some cases, you
may still need to manually unlock your device before a trusted device can be connected.
It is not recommended to add devices that are constantly connected to your device as trusted
devices, such as Bluetooth® keyboards or cases.
As soon as a trusted Bluetooth® device is switched off or moves out of range, your screen
locks and you need your PIN, pattern, or password to unlock it.
To Add a Trusted Bluetooth® Device
1
Make sure your device is paired and connected to the Bluetooth® device you
want to add as a trusted device.
2
In the Smart Lock menu, tap Trusted devices.
3
Tap Add trusted device > Bluetooth.
4
Tap a device name to select it from the list of connected devices. Only paired
devices appear in this list.
5
Depending on the security of your connection, you may need to manually unlock
your device before the trusted device can keep it unlocked.
To Remove a Trusted Bluetooth® Device
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted devices.
3
Tap the device you want to remove.
4
Tap Remove trusted device.
Making Sure You're Secure when Using Trusted Devices
Different Bluetooth® devices support different Bluetooth® standards and security
capabilities. There's a chance someone could keep your Xperia™ device unlocked by
imitating your Bluetooth® connection, even if your trusted device is no longer nearby.
Your device is not always able to determine whether your connection is secure from
someone trying to imitate it.
When your device can' t determine 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 of up to 325 feet (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 lockscreen security on your Xperia™
device gets disabled when you are in a designated trusted location. For this feature to
work, you must have an Internet connection (preferably over Wi-Fi®) and allow your
device to use your current location.
To set up trusted places, first make sure high-accuracy location mode or battery-saving
location mode is enabled on your device before you add home or custom locations.
The exact dimensions of a trusted location are an estimate and may extend beyond the
physical walls of your home or other area you have added as a trusted location. This feature
can keep your device unlocked within a radius of up to 260 feet (80 meters). Also, be aware
that location signals can be replicated or manipulated. Someone with access to specialized
equipment could unlock your device.
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To Add Your Home Location
1
Make sure location is turned on and you are using either the High accuracy or
Battery saving Location mode setting.
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted places > Home.
4
Tap Turn on this location.
To Edit Your Home Location
1
Make sure location mode is turned on and you are using either the High accuracy
Battery saving setting.
or
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted places.
4
Select your home location.
5
Tap Edit.
6
In the search bar, enter the location you want to use as your home location.
If your home has multiple buildings at the same address, the trusted place you want to add
might be different from the actual address. To ensure better location accuracy, you can add
the actual location of your home within the building complex as a custom place.
To Remove Your Home Location
1
Make sure location mode is turned on and you are using either the High accuracy
Battery saving setting.
or
2
From your Homescreen, 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 you are using either the High accuracy
or
Battery saving setting.
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted places.
4
Tap Add trusted place.
5
To use your current location as a trusted, custom place, tap Select this location.
6
Alternately, to enter another location, tap the magnification glass icon and type the
address. Your device searches for the entered location. To use the suggested
address, tap the address.
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To fine-tune the location, tap the back arrow next to the address, then drag the
location pin to the desired location and tap
To Edit a Custom Place
1
Make sure location mode is turned on and you are using either the High accuracy
or
Battery saving setting.
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted places.
4
Select the place you want to edit.
5
Tap Edit address.
6
To enter another location, tap the magnification glass icon and type the address.
Your device searches for the entered location. To use the suggested address, tap
the address.
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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.
Select this location.
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To Remove a Custom Place
1
Make sure location mode is turned on and you are using either the High accuracy
or
Battery saving setting.
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted places.
4
Select the place you want to remove.
5
Tap Delete.
Keeping Your Device Unlocked while You’re Carrying It
Using the On-body detection feature, you can 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
dow n.
The On-body detection feature can't distinguish whose body is connected. If you give your
device to someone else while it's unlocked using On-body detection, your device may stay
unlocked for the other user. Keep in mind that On-body detection as a security feature is less
secure than a pattern, PIN, or password.
To Enable On-Body Detection
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > On-body detection.
3
Drag the slider to the On position, and then tap Continue.
Using On-body Detection
When you use the On-body detection feature, you need to be aware of the following
behaviors:
•
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 vehicle, 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 be sure to lock it manually if needed.
•
When you pick up your device again or get out of the vehicle, just unlock it once and
your device then stays unlocked for as long as you have it on you.
To Turn off On-Body Detection
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > On-body detection.
3
Drag the slider to the Off position.
Finding the identification number of your device
Your device has a unique ID (identification) number. 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.
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To View Your Device’s ID Number
To View the Device ID Number via the Device Settings
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > About tablet > Status.
3
Scroll to IDID to view the ID number.
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.
To Activate the My Xperia Service
1
From your Homescreen, 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 my Xperia service. If you lose
your device, you can use Android™ Device Manager to:
•
Find and show where your device is located.
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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, be sure you are logged in as the
owner.
2
Make sure you have an active data connection and that location services are
enabled.
3
From your Homescreen, tap .
4
Find and tap 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
Google™ account.
www.android.com/devicemanager
and sign in using your
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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.
Pinching and spreading
•
Zoom in or out on web pages, photos, and maps, and when you’re taking photos or
shooting videos.
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Swiping
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Scroll up or down a list.
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Scroll left or right, for example, between Homescreen panes.
•
Swipe left or right to reveal more options.
Flicking
•
Scroll quickly, for example, in a list or on a web page. You can stop the scrolling
movement by tapping the screen.
Locking and Unlocking the Screen
When your device is on and left idle for a set period of time, the screen darkens to save
battery pow er and locks automatically. This lock prevents unwanted actions on the
touchscreen when you are not using it. When you buy your device, a basic screen swipe
lock is already set. This means you have to swipe upward on the screen to unlock it. You
can change the security settings later and add other kinds of locks. See
the 10 page.
To activate the screen
•
Briefly press the power key .
To lock the screen
•
When the screen is active, briefly press the power key .
Screen Lock
on
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Home screen
The Homescreen is the starting point for using your device. It's similar to the desktop on
a computer screen. Your Home screen can have up to seven panes, which extend
beyond the regular screen display width. The number of Home screen panes is
represented by a series of dots at the lower part of the Home screen. The highlighted dot
shows the pane that you are currently in.
To go to the Home screen
•
Press .
To browse the Home screen
Home screen panes
You can add new panes to your Home screen (up to a maximum of seven panes) and
delete panes. You can also set the pane that you want to use as the main Home screen
pane.
To Set a Pane as the Main Homescreen Pane
1
Touch and hold any area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates.
2
Flick left or right to browse to the pane you want to set as your main Homescreen
pane, and then tap in the top-left corner.
To add a pane to your Homescreen
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen.
2
To browse the panes, flick all the way to the right or left, then tap .
To Delete a Pane from your Homescreen
1
Touch and hold any area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates.
2
Flick left or right to browse to the pane you want to delete, then tap in the topright corner of the pane.
Homescreen Settings
Use the
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, and then tap Settings.
2
Drag the slider beside Auto rotation to the On position.
Home Settings shortcut to adjust some basic settings on your Homescreen. For
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To Adjust the Size of Icons on Your Homescreen
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen, then tap Home Settings.
2
Tap Icon size, then select an option.
Application screen
The Application screen, which you open from the Homescreen, contains the applications
that come pre-installed on your device as well as applications that you download.
To view all applications on the Application screen
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Flick left or right on the Application screen.
To open an application from the Application screen
•
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 Search applications.
2
Enter the name of the application you want to search for.
To Arrange Applications on the Application Screen
1
When the Application screen is open, tap .
2
Tap Sort apps, then select an option.
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 Move an Application on the Application Screen
1
When the Application screen is open, tap .
2
Make sure Own order is selected under Sort apps.
3
Touch and hold the application until it becomes selected, then drag it to the new
location.
To Uninstall an Application from the Application Screen
1
Touch and hold any area on the Application screen until the device vibrates. All
applications that can be uninstalled are then indicated by .
2
Select the application you want to uninstall, and then tap Delete.
Navigating Applications
You can navigate between applications using the navigation keys, the favorites bar, and
the recently used applications window, which lets you switch easily between all recently
used applications. The navigation keys are the Home key, the Recent apps key, and the
Back key. Some applications get closed when you press the Home key
others are paused or continue to run in the background. If an application is paused or
running in the background, you can continue where you left off the next time you open
the application.
to exit, while
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1 Recently used applications window – Open a recently used application
2 Favorites bar – Use a shortcut to access applications or widgets
3 Recent apps key – Open the recently used applications w indow and the favorites bar
4 Home key – Exit an app lication and go back to the Homescreen
5 Back key – Go back to the previous screen within an application or close the application
To open the recently used applications window
•
Press .
To Close All the Recently Used Applications
•
Tap and then tap .
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. 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, 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, 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, then drag it to the new location.
To Remove a Widget
•
Touch and hold the widget until it is 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.
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1 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.
2
In the customization menu, tap Widgets > 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 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 Homescreen
•
Touch and hold the item until it is selected, then drag the item to the new location.
To Remove an Item from the Homescreen
•
Touch and hold the item until it becomes selected, then drag the item to Remove
from Home screen at the top of the screen.
To Create a Folder on the Homescreen
•
Touch and hold an application icon or a shortcut until it is selected, then drag and
drop it on top of another application icon or shortcut.
To Add Items to a Folder on the Homescreen
•
Touch and hold an item until it is 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 Homescreen to your own style using wallpapers and themes.
To change your Home screen wallpaper
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen.
2
Tap Wallpapers and select an option.
To set a theme
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen.
2
Tap Themes.
3
Select an option and follow the instructions in your device.
When you change a theme, the background also changes in some applications.
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Battery and power management
Your device has an embedded battery. You can keep track of your battery consumption
and see how much power applications are using. You can remove apps and activate
Battery saver to get more out of your battery. You can also view an estimate of how
much battery time is left and adjust your settings to improve performance and make your
battery last longer.
To view your battery consumption and estimated battery time
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Battery usage. An overview appears showing battery
usage data and an estimated battery time.
3
Review the information, then proceed as required, for example, uninstall an
application or restrict its usage.
To view how much battery power applications use
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Apps.
3
Select an application and review its battery consumption via App info > Battery
usage.
Taking a screenshot
You can capture still images of any screen on your device as a screenshot. Screenshots
you take are automatically saved in Album.
To Take a Screenshot
1
Press and hold down the power key until a prompt window appears.
2
Tap .
You can also take a screenshot by pressing and holding down the power key and volume
down key at the same time. Once the screenshot is captured, you can release the keys.
To View your Screenshot
•
Drag the status bar fully downward, and then tap the screenshot you want to
view.
You can also view your screenshots in the Album application.
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.
Record Screen Window Overview
1 Minimize/restore the screen recording window
2 Record your screen
3 Record your screen when the front camera is activated
4 Record your screen with audio
5 Access the screen recording settings
6 Close the screen recording window
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To record your screen
1
Press and hold down the power key until a prompt window appears.
2
Tap .
3
After the screen recording window opens, tap . The record screen function
starts and a timer button is displayed.
4
To stop the recording, tap the timer button, then tap .
To record your screen when the front camera is activated
1
When the screen recording window opens, tap . A window opens showing a
viewfinder for the front camera.
2
To start recording your screen and video captured by the front camera, tap .
3
To stop recording, tap the timer button, then tap .
4
To close the front camera viewfinder window, tap .
To view recent screen recordings
•
Drag the status bar downward, 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 Expand a Notification on the Notification Panel
•
Drag the notification downward.
Not all notifications are expandable.
To Clear All Notifications from the Notification Panel
•
Tap .
To Take Action on a Notification from the Lockscreen
•
Double-tap the notification.
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To dismiss a notification from the lockscreen
•
Place your finger on the notification and flick left or right.
To Expand a Notification on the Lockscreen
•
Drag the notification downward.
Not all notifications are expandable.
Managing Notifications on the Lockscreen
You can set up your device so that only selected notifications get displayed on your
lockscreen. You can make all notifications and their content accessible, hide sensitive
content for all notifications or specific apps, or choose not to show any notifications at
all.
To Select the Notifications to Display on the Lockscreen
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > When device is locked.
3
Select an option.
Notification Display Options on the Lockscreen
Show all notification
content
Hide sensitive
notification content
Don't show
notifications at all
Get all notifications on the lockscreen. When you have this setting turned on, keep in
mind that all content (including the content of incom ing email and chat messages)
will be visible on your lockscreen unless you designate the relevant apps as
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.
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 locksc reen.
You won't get any notifications on the lockscreen.
Contents hidden is displayed on the lockscreen when
Setting the Notification Level for an App
You can set different notification behaviors for individual applications. For example, you
can block all email notifications, prioritize Facebook™ notifications, and make the
content of messaging notifications invisible on the lockscreen.
To Set the Notification Level for an App
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > App notifications.
3
Select the app you want to change the notification settings for.
4
Drag the relevant slider to the right.
Notification levels and options for specific applications
Block all
Treat as priority
Allow peeking
Never show notifications for the selected app.
Receive the selected app’s notifications when Do not d isturb is set to Priority only.
Let the selected app emphasis certain notifications by sliding them briefly into view on the
current screen.
Hide
Notification Light
The notification light informs you about battery status and some other events. The
notification light is enabled by default but can be disabled manually.
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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
A Wi-Fi® connection is enabled and data is being transmitted
Battery status
The battery is charging
Battery saver is activated
Low battery mode is activated
Airplane mode is activated
The Bluetooth® function is activated
The microphone is muted
The speakerphone is on
Do not disturb mode
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 > Display > System icons.
3
Mark the checkboxes for the system icons that you want to appear in the status
bar.
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Notification Icons
New voicemail message
New email message
Downloading data
Uploading data
Perform a basic setup of your device
A software update is available
System updates are available
Downloading system updates
Tap to install the downloaded system updates
Noise canceling is on
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
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 Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification> App notifications.
3
Select an application.
4
Drag the slider beside Block all to the right.
Application Overview
Use the Clock application to set various kinds of alarms.
Use the web browser to navigate and view web pages, and manage bookmarks,
text, and images.
Use the Calculator application to perform calculations.
Use the Calendar application to keep track of events and manage your
appointments.
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Use the Camera application to take photos and record video clips.
Use the Contacts application to manage phone numbers, email addresses, and
other information related to your contacts.
Use the Downloads application to access your browser’s download history.
Use the Email application to send and receive email through both private and
corporate accounts.
Use the Facebook™ application to engage in social networking with friends,
family members, and co-workers around the world.
Use the FM radio application to browse and listen to FM radio stations.
Use the Album application to view, edit, and share your photos and videos.
Use the Gmail™ application to read, write, and organize email messages.
Use the Google™ application to search your device and the web.
Use the Google Maps™ application to view your current location, find other
locations and places, and calculate routes.
Use the Play Store™ application to download free and paid applications for your
device.
Use the Video application to play videos on your device and share content with
your friends.
Use the Music application to organize and play music, audio books, and
podcasts.
Use the News & Weather application to read news and check the weather
forecast.
Use the Settings application to customize your phone’s settings.
Use the Hangouts™ application to chat with friends online.
Use the TrackID™ application to identify music tracks you hear playing in your
surroundings, and to get artist, album, and other info.
Use the YouTube™ application to share and view videos from around the world.
Use the Backup and restore application to back up or restore content on your
device, such as contacts, bookmarks, calendar data, etc.
Use the Smart Connect™ application to set what happens in your device when
you connect or disconnect an accessory.
The Xperia® Movie Creator automatically creates short videos around 30
seconds long using existing photos and videos. The application automatically
determines the timeline to create its movie.
Use the Lifelog application to automatically log events about your daily life. For
example, you can set goals and track your progress in achieving them, or
bookmark special moments.
Use the Support application to access user support on your device. For
example, you can access a User guide, troubleshooting information, plus tips
and tricks.
Some applications are not supported or listed by all service providers in all areas.
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Downloading applications
Downloading applications from Google 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
dow nloading from Google Play™, make sure that you have a working Internet
connection.
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 that you trust. You
can view the permissions granted to a downloaded application and also change their status by
tapping the application under
Settings > Apps.
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
dow nload instructions.
Installing applications of unknown or unreliable origin can damage your device. Download
applications only from reliable sources. Contact the application provider if you have any
questions or concerns.
If you are using a device with multiple users, only the owner, that is, the primary user, can
allow downloads from sources other than Google Play™. Changes made by the owner affect
all other users.
To allow downloading of applications from other sources
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Security.
3
Drag the slider beside 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 that you trust. You
can view the permissions granted to a downloaded application and also change their status by
tapping the application under
Settings > Apps.
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Internet and networks
Browsing the web
The Google Chrome™ web browser for Android™ devices comes pre-installed in most
markets. Go to 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.
Wi-Fi®
Use Wi-Fi® connections to surf the Internet, download applications, or send and receive
email. Once you have connected to a Wi-Fi® netw ork, your device remembers the
network and automatically connects to it the next time you come within range.
Some Wi-Fi® networks require you to log in to a web page before you can get access.
Contact the relevant Wi-Fi® network administrator for more information.
Available Wi-Fi® netw orks may be open or secured:
•
Open networks are indicated by next to the Wi-Fi® network name.
•
Secured networks are indicated by next to the Wi-Fi® network name.
Some Wi-Fi® networks do not show up in the list of available networks because they do not
broadcast their network name (SSID). If you know the network name, you can add it manually
to your list of available Wi-Fi® networks.
To Turn on Wi-Fi®
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.
3
Tap the on-off switch to turn on the Wi-Fi® function.
It may take a few seconds before Wi-Fi® is enabled.
To Connect to a Wi-Fi® Network Automatically
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.
3
Tap the on-off switch to turn on the Wi-Fi function. All available Wi-Fi® networks
are displayed.
4
Tap a Wi-Fi® network to connect to it. For secured networks, enter the relevant
password. is displayed in the status bar once you are connected.
To search for new available networks, tap , then tap Refresh. If you cannot connect to a Wi-Fi
network successfully, refer to the relevant troubleshooting tips for your device at
www.sonymobile.com/ support/
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To Add a Wi-Fi® Network Manually
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.
3
Tap > Add network.
4
Enter the Network name (SSID) information.
5
To select a security type, tap the Security field.
6
If required, enter a password.
7
To edit some advanced options such as proxy and IP settings, mark the
Advanced options checkbox and then edit as desired.
8
Tap Save.
Contact your Wi-Fi® network administrator to get the network SSID and password.
Increasing Wi-Fi® signal strength
There are a number of things you can do to increase the strength of a Wi-Fi® signal:
•
Move your device closer to the Wi-Fi® access point.
•
Move the Wi-Fi® access point away from any potential obstructions or interference.
•
Don’t cover the Wi-Fi® antenna area of your device (the highlighted area in the
illustration).
FCC Caution: Operation in the 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz frequency band is only permitted for
indoor use. For indoor and outdoor operation, connect your device to an FCC-approved 5 GHz
WLAN access point.
Wi-Fi® settings
When you are connected to a Wi-Fi® netw ork or when there are Wi-Fi® networks
available in your vicinity, you can view the status of these networks. You can also enable
your device to notify you whenever an open Wi-Fi® network is detected.
To Enable Wi-Fi® Network Notifications
1
Turn on Wi-Fi®, if it is not already on.
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.
4
Tap > Advanced.
5
Drag the slider beside Network notification to the right.
To view detailed information about a connected Wi-Fi® network
1
From the Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.
3
Tap the Wi-Fi® network that you are currently connected to. Detailed network
information is displayed.
Tethering with Xperia Link™
If you have an Xperia™ mobile phone, you can share the phone’s mobile data
connection with your Xperia™ tablet. This way, your tablet can connect to the Internet
without having to use its own SIM card and data connection. This feature is useful when
you are out and about and don’t have a mobile or Wi-Fi® connection on your tablet.
Before you use tethering with Xperia Link™, make sure the Xperia Link™ application is
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installed and set up on both devices. Also, your Xperia™ phone must have a camera
with auto focus.
The Xperia Link™ application is only supported by Xperia™ phones running the Android™ 4.0
software version or higher. If the Xperia Link™ application is not pre-installed on your Xperia™
phone, you can download it from Google Play™.
To Connect Your Tablet with an Xperia™ Phone Using a QR Code™
1
Make sure the Bluetooth function is activated on both your Xperia™ phone and
tablet and that the phone has an active mobile data connection.
2
Tablet: From your Homescreen, tap > Xperia Link > Add device, then follow
the instructions to complete the setup. A QR Code™ appears on the screen.
3
Phone: From your Homescreen, tap > Xperia Link > Add device > Scan.
4
Hold your phone over the QR Code™ on the tablet screen until the complete QR
Code™ is visible in the viewfinder of the phone.
5
Your phone automatically scans the QR Code™ and connects to your tablet once
the QR Code™ is recognized.
6
To confirm the connection, tap OK.
To Connect Your Tablet with an Xperia™ Phone Using NFC
1
Make sure the NFC and the Android Beam functions are activated on both your
Xperia™ phone and tablet and that the phone has an active mobile data
connection.
2
Tablet: From your Homescreen, tap > Xperia Link > Add device, then follow
the instructions to complete the setup. Once the setup is complete, a QR Code™
appears on the screen. You can ignore this code.
3
Phone: From your Homescreen, tap > Xperia Link > Add device.
4
Hold your phone and the tablet back-to-back so the NFC detection areas of each
device touch each other.
5
When Touch your screen to beam appears, touch the screen of either your phone
or tablet.
6
To confirm the connection, tap OK.
Virtual private networks (VPNs)
Use your device to connect to virtual private networks (VPNs), which allow you to access
resources inside a secured local network from a public network. For example, VPN
connections are commonly used by corporations and educational institutions for users
who need to access intranets and other internal services when they are outside of the
internal network, for example, when they are traveling.
VPN connections can be set up in many ways, depending on the network. Some
networks may require you to transfer and install a security certificate on your device. For
detailed information on how to set up a connection to your virtual private network, please
contact the network administrator of your company or organization.
To add a virtual private network
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > More > VPN.
3
Tap .
4
Select the type of VPN to add.
5
Enter your VPN settings.
6
Tap Save.
To connect to a virtual private network
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > More > VPN.
3
In the list of available networks, tap the VPN you want to connect to.
4
Enter the required information.
5
Tap Connect.
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To disconnect from a virtual private network
1
Drag the status bar downwards.
2
Tap the notification for the VPN connection to turn it off.
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Synchronizing data on your device
Synchronizing with Online Accounts
Synchronize your device with contacts, email, calendar events, and other information
from online accounts, for example, email accounts such as Gmail™ and Exchange
ActiveSync, Facebook™, Flickr™, and Twitter™. You can synchronize data
automatically for such accounts by activating the auto-sync function. Or you can
synchronize each account manually.
To Set Up an Online Account for Synchronization
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Tap Settings > Accounts > Add account, then select the account you want to
add.
3
Follow the instructions to create an account, or sign in if you already have an
account.
To synchronize manually with an online account
1
From your Homescreen, tap > Settings > Accounts.
2
Under Accounts, tap the name of the account that you want to synchronize with.
A list of items appears showing what can be synchronized with the account.
3
Tap the items that you want to synchronize.
To remove an online account
1
From your Homescreen, tap > Settings > Accounts.
2
Under Accounts tap the name of the account that you want to remove.
3
Tap , then tap Remove account.
4
Tap Remove account again to confirm.
Synchronizing with Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®
Using a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync account, you can access your corporate email
messages, calendar appointments, and contacts directly on your device. After setup,
you can find your information in the
To Set Up an EAS Account for Synchronization
1
Be sure to have your domain and server details available (as provided by your
corporate network administrator).
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Tap Settings > Accounts > Add account > Exchange ActiveSync.
4
Enter your corporate email address and password.
5
Tap Next. Your device begins to retrieve your account information. If a failure
occurs, enter the domain and server details for your account manually and then
tap
Next.
6
Tap OK to allow your corporate server to control your device.
7
Select what data you want to sync with your device, such as contacts and
calendar entries.
8
If desired, activate the device administrator to allow your corporate server to
control certain security features on your device. For example, you can allow your
corporate server to set password rules and set storage encryption.
9
When the setup is done, enter a name for the corporate account.
When you change the login password for an EAS account on your computer, you have to log
in again to the EAS account on your device.
Email, Calendar, and Contacts applications.
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To Change the Settings of an EAS Account
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Email, and then tap .
3
Tap Settings, select an EAS account, and then change the settings of the EAS
account as desired.
To set a synchronisation interval for an EAS account
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Tap Email, then tap .
3
Tap Settings and select an EAS account.
4
Tap Check frequency > Check frequency and select an interval option.
To Remove an EAS Account
1
From your Homescreen, tap > Settings > Accounts.
2
Under Accounts, tap Exchange ActiveSync, then select the EAS account you
want to remove.
3
Tap , then tap Remove account.
4
Tap Remove account again to confirm.
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Basic settings
Accessing settings
View and change settings for your device from the Settings menu. The Settings menu is
accessible from both the Application screen and the Quick settings panel.
To open the device settings menu from the Application screen
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Tap Settings.
To view information about your device
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > About tablet.
To Activate the Screen Using Tap to Wake Up Mode
1
Be sure that Tap to Wake Up mode is turned on. To turn it on, tap Settings >
Display, then drag the slider beside Tap to wake up to the right.
2
Double-tap the screen.
To Open or Close the Quick Settings Panel
•
To open the Quick settings panel, drag the status bar downward.
To Select which Settings to Display on the Quick Settings Panel
1
Using two fingers, drag the status bar downward, then tap .
2
In the bar at the top of the screen, touch and hold the icon for the quick setting
you want to add, then drag and drop it in the lower part of the screen.
To Rearrange the Quick Settings Panel
1
Using two fingers, drag the status bar downward, then tap .
2
Touch and hold an icon, then move it to the desired position.
Sound volume
You can adjust the ringtone volume for notifications as well as for music and video
playback.
To Adjust the Media Playing Volume with the Volume Key
•
When playing music or watching video, press the volume key up or down, even
when the screen is locked.
To Turn On Vibrate Mode
•
Press the volume key down or up until appears in the status bar.
To Adjust the Volume Levels
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification.
3
Drag the volume sliders to the desired positions.
You can also press the volume key up or down and tap to adjust the notification, media
playback, or alarm volume levels separately.
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To Select the Notification Sound
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Notification sound.
3
Select an option from the list or tap and select a music file that is saved on your
device.
4
To confirm, tap Done.
Some applications have their own specific notification sounds, which you can select from the
application settings.
To Enable Touch Tones
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Other sounds.
3
Drag the slider beside Touch sounds to the right.
Do not disturb mode settings
You can set your device to Do not disturb mode and decide how long your device will be
in Do not disturb mode manually. You can also preset when your device will be in Do not
disturb mode automatically.
No time limit
For one hour
Keep the device silent until you manually turn the sound back on.
Keep the device silent for one hour. You can tap the minus and plus icons to adjust the
duration.
To Activate Do Not Disturb Mode
•
Press the volume key down until appears.
To Quickly Shift Between Do Not Disturb/Vibrate/Sound Mode
1
Press the volume key down or up until , or appears.
2
Tap , , or to quickly shift between Do not disturb/ Vibrate/Sound mode. To
activate Do not disturb mode, press the volume key down when in vibrate mode.
To Schedule Do Not Disturb Mode Time Intervals
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Do not disturb> Automatic rules.
3
Select the time or event to schedule Do not disturb mode for, or add a new rule.
4
Find and tap Days and mark the checkboxes for the relevant days, and then tap
Done.
5
To adjust the start time, tap Start time and select a value, and then tap OK.
6
To adjust the end time, tap End time and select a value, and then tap OK. Your
device stays in Do not disturb mode during the selected time interval.
Setting Exceptions for Do Not Disturb Mode
You can select which types of notifications are allowed to sound in Do not disturb mode
and you can filter exceptions based on who the notifications come from. The most
common types of exceptions include:
•
Events and reminders
•
Messages
•
Alarms
To Allow Exceptions in Do Not Disturb Mode
1
From the Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Do not disturb > Priority only
allows.
3
Drag the slider beside the desired option.
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To Associate Exceptions with Specific Contact Types
1
From the Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Do not disturb > Priority only
allows.
3
Tap Calls or Messages.
4
Select an option.
Screen settings
To Adjust the Screen Brightness
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Display > Brightness level.
3
Drag the slider to adjust the brightness.
Lowering the brightness level increases battery performance.
To Enable Vibrate on Touch
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Other sounds.
3
Drag the slider beside Vibrate on touch to the On position. The phone now
vibrates when you tap soft keys.
To adjust the idle time before the screen turns off
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Display > Sleep.
3
Select an option.
To turn off the screen quickly, briefly press the power key .
Smart backlight control
The smart backlight control keeps the screen on as long as the device is held in your
hand. Once you put down the device, the screen turns off according to your sleep
setting.
To Turn on the Smart Backlight Control Function
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Display > Smart backlight control.
3
Drag the slider to the right.
Screen Pinning
Use screen pinning to set your device to display only the screen for a specific
application. For example, if you are playing a game and you accidentally touch the Home
navigation key, the screen pinning feature prevents the active game app screen from
being minimized. You can also use this feature when you lend your device to another
person to make it harder for them to access more than one application. For example,
you can lend your device to somebody to take a photo and pin the screen to the Camera
application so that the person can' t easily use other apps such as Email.
Screen pinning is not a security feature and does not fully prevent other users from unpinning
a screen and accessing your device. To protect your data, you should set up your device to
request a screen lock PIN, password, or pattern before someone can unpin the screen.
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To Activate Screen Pinning
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen pinning.
3
Drag the slider to the right.
4
If you haven't set up a pattern, PIN, or password screen lock on your device, drag
the slider beside Lock device when unpinning to the right, then select an option. If
you already have a screen lock enabled, then drag the slider to activate the
relevant security option after you activate screen pinning.
A pattern, PIN, or password is not mandatory for screen pinning to work.
To Pin a Screen
1
Make sure screen pinning is activated on your device.
2
Open an app and go to the screen you want to pin.
3
Tap .
4
To display the screen pinning icon , swipe upward.
5
Tap .
6
In the pop-up window that appears, tap Got it.
To Unpin a Screen
1
On the pinned screen, touch and hold and at the same time.
2
Release both buttons.
If you selected a security option when you activated the screen pinning function, you have to
enter your pattern, PIN, or password to unlock the device before the screen can be unpinned.
Application settings
Some apps will ask for permissions once you start using them. You can allow or deny
permissions individually for each app, either from the Settings menu or from the
Permission confirm dialog. Permission requirements depend on the app’s design.
Allowing or denying permissions
You can choose whether to allow or deny permissions when the dialog is shown. If you
have used another Android version previously, most apps will have already been granted
the necessary permissions.
To allow a permission
1
To allow a permission, tap Allow.
2
When the confirm dialog appears for the second time, you can choose the Never
ask again option if you wish.
3
A dialog will also explain why the app needs the permissions and what it uses
them for specifically. To dismiss this dialog, tap OK.
To deny a permission
•
To deny a permission, tap Deny when the dialog is shown.
Some applications can still be used even if you have denied permissions.
Critical permissions
Some permissions are mandatory for apps to work as intended. In such cases, a dialog
will inform you.
To allow critical permissions
1
To allow a permission, tap Continue > App info > Permissions.
2
Find the critical permission you need.
3
Drag the slider to the right.
You can also manage permissions in Settings > Apps. Tap an app and change the permissions
as desired.
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To configure applications
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Apps > .
3
Select a configuration option, for example App permissions, then choose an
application that you want to configure.
Application linking
Your device can determine the default app to handle a particular web link. This means
that if the link is set, you don’t need to select an app each time you open a link. You can
change the default app any time you want.
To manage app links from the Settings menu
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Apps.
3
Tap and find App links.
4
Select the app for which you want to set the supported links.
5
Set the App links property to Open in this app option.
Resetting Your Applications
You can reset an application or clear application data if your application stops
responding or causes issues with your device.
To Reset Application Preferences
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Apps.
3
Tap , then tap Reset app preferences.
Resetting application preferences does not delete any application data from your device.
To clear application data
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Apps.
3
Select an application or service, then tap Storage > CLEAR DATA.
When you clear application data, data for the selected application is deleted from your device
permanently. The option to clear application data is not available for all applications or
services.
To clear application cache
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Apps.
3
Select an application or service, then tap Storage > CLEAR CACHE.
The option to clear the application cache is not available for all applications or services.
To clear the application default setting
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Apps.
3
Select an application or service, then tap Open by default > CLEAR DEFAULTS.
The option to clear the application default setting is not available for all applications or
services.
Daydream
Daydream is an interactive screen saver that automatically displays colors, photos or a
slideshow while your device is docked or charging and the screen is idle.
On a device with multiple users, each user can have individual Daydream settings.
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To Activate the Daydream Screen Saver
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Display > Daydream.
3
Drag the slider to the right.
To Select Content for the Daydream Screen Saver
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Display > Daydream.
3
Drag the slider to the right.
4
Select what you want to display when the screen saver is active.
To Set when the Daydream Screen Saver Starts
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Display > Daydream.
3
Drag the slider to the right.
4
To activate the Daydream screen saver immediately, tap , then tap Start now.
5
To set automatic activation options, tap , then tap When to daydream, and select
an option.
Language settings
You can select a default language for your device and change it again at a later time. You
can also change the writing language for text input. See
Keyboard
on page 50 .
Personalizing the On-Screen
To change the language
1
From the Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Language & input > Language.
3
Select an option.
4
Tap OK.
If you select the wrong language and cannot read the menu texts, find and tap . Then select
the text beside
language you want.
and select the first entry in the menu that opens. You can then select the
Date and time
You can change the date and time on your device.
To Set the Date Manually
1
From the Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Date & time.
3
Drag the slider beside Automatic date & time to the left.
4
Tap Set date.
5
Scroll up and down to select the desired date.
6
Tap OK.
To Set the Time Manually
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Date & time.
3
Drag the slider beside Automatic date & time to the left.
4
Tap Set time.
5
Select the relevant hour and minute values.
6
Tap OK.
To set the time zone
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Date & time.
3
Tap Select time zone.
4
Select an option.
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X-Reality™ for mobile
Sony's X-Reality™ for mobile technology improves the viewing quality of photos and
videos, giving you clearer, sharper, and more natural images. X-Reality™ for mobile is
turned on by default, but you can turn it off if you want to reduce battery consumption.
To turn on X-Reality™ for mobile
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Display >Image enhancement.
3
Tap the X-Reality for mobile radio button if it is not already selected.
Super-Vivid Mode
Super-Vivid mode enhances the color brightness and saturation of your photos and
videos while you view them on your device.
To turn on Super-vivid mode
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Display >Image enhancement.
3
Tap the Super-vivid mode radio button if it is not already selected.
Enhancing the sound output
You can enhance the sound of your device by manually enabling individual sound
settings such as Equalizer and Surround sound. You can also enable the Dynamic
normalizer to minimize volume differences between songs or videos.
To Enhance the Sound Output Manually
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Audio settings.
3
Drag the slider beside ClearAudio+ to the right.
To adjust the sound settings manually
1
From the Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound > Audio settings.
3
Unmark the ClearAudio+ checkbox if it is marked.
4
Tap Sound effects.
5
Adjust the sound settings by dragging the frequency band buttons up or down.
To Minimize Volume Differences Using the Dynamic Normalizer
1
From the Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Audio settings.
3
Drag the slider beside Dynamic normalizer to the right.
Noise cancellation
Your device supports noise canceling headsets. By using a noise canceling headset with
your device, you can get much clearer audio quality when listening, for example, to
music in a noisy environment, such as on a bus, a train or a plane. You can also use this
feature to create a silent environment in which to study, work or read.
To ensure optimal performance, noise canceling headsets from Sony are recommended.
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To Use a Noise-Canceling Headset
1
Connect the noise-canceling headset to your device.
2
From your Homescreen, tap > Settings > Sound & notification > Accessory
settings > Noise canceling, then drag the slider beside Noise canceling to the
right.
3
If you want Noise canceling to be enabled only during music or video playback or
when the screen is active, drag the slider beside
4
If you want Noise canceling to be enabled for as long as the headset is
connected, drag the slider beside
A noise-canceling headset may not be included with your device at purchase.
Power save mode to the left.
Power save mode to the right.
To Adjust the Settings to the Noise Environment
1
Make sure a noise-canceling headset is connected to your device.
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Sound & notification > Accessory settings >Noise
canceling > Noise environment.
4
Select the relevant noise environment type, then tap OK.
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 three 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.
•
Restricted Profile: Use this option if you want to make only a restricted number of
applications available to a person using your device.
Some features are only available to the owner. For example, only the owner can allow
downloads from sources other than Google Play™.
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.
To Add a Regular User Account
1
Make sure you are logged in as the owner, that is, the user who set up the device
for the first time.
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Users > Add user or profile > User.
4
Tap OK. The new account is created.
5
Tap SET UP NOW. The screen locks and an icon representing the newly added
user appears in the top-right corner.
6
Unlock the screen by swiping upward.
7
Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the account for the new user.
In cases where the person using the new account wants to set up the account but is not
available at the time, you can tap
Users under Settings and see the new account, which appears as New user. Just tap the
account and follow the instructions to finish setting it up.
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.
NOT NOW in step 5. When the user is ready, they can select
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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 w ant 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 Activate the Guest User Account
1
Make sure you are logged in as the owner, that is, the user who set up the device
for the first time.
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Users > Guest.
You can also activate the guest user account from the status bar on any screen. Just drag the
status bar downward using two fingers and tap the user icon, then tap
To clear the guest session data
1
Make sure you are logged in to the guest account.
2
From your Home screen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Users.
4
Find and tap Remove guest.
5
Tap Remove.
Add guest.
You can also clear the guest session from the status bar on any screen as long as you are
logged in to the guest account. Just drag the status bar downwards using two fingers and tap
the user icon, then tap
Remove guest.
About Restricted Profiles
You can add Restricted Profiles, which only allow restricted access to apps from the
owner account. For example, you can create a restricted profile for children to prevent
them from playing games or viewing mature content from your account. You can add up
to seven restricted profiles on your device.
To Add a Restricted Profile
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 or profile.
4
Tap Restricted profile. A list of available apps appears.
5
To name the profile, tap New profile and enter a name, then tap OK.
6
Drag the relevant slider to the right beside the apps you want to grant access to.
If you don’t have a PIN, password, or pattern set up as your screen lock when you are adding
a restricted profile, after tapping
screen lock and select an option about how to display notifications on your lockscreen.
Please follow the on- screen instructions you are prompted with. For more information about
notification display options on the lockscreen, see
Lockscreen
on page 27 .
Restricted profile in step 4, you will be asked to set up a
Notification Display Options on the
To Delete a Restricted Profile 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 profile you want to delete, then tap > Delete .
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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. The lockscreen
for that user account appears.
When you switch to the guest account, tap Start over if you want to wipe the previous
session, or tap
Yes, continue to continue the previous session.
Each user can set their own lockscreen. See
Screen Lock
on the 10 page.
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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Typing text
On-screen keyboard
You can enter text with the on- screen QWERTY keyboard by tapping each letter
individually, or you can use the Gesture input feature and slide your finger from letter to
letter to form words. If you prefer to use a smaller and moveable version of the on- screen
keyboard, you can activate the thumb keyboard or the mini keyboard instead.
You can select up to three languages for text input. The Smart language detection
feature detects the language you are using and predicts the words for that language as
you type.
1 Delete a character before the cursor.
2 Insert a new line or confirm text input.
3
Switch betw een lower case
access extra characters in the language.
4 Shift to the moveable thumb keyboard or the mini keyboard.
5 Enter a space.
6 Personalize your keyboard. This key disappears after the keyboard is personalized.
7
Display numbers and symbols. For even more symbols, tap
, upper case , and caps . For some languages, this key is used to
.
To display the on-screen keyboard to enter text
•
Tap a text entry field.
To enter text character by character
1
To enter a character visible on the keyboard, tap the character.
2
To enter a character variant, touch and hold a regular keyboard character to get a
list of available options, then select from the list. For example, to enter "é," touch
and hold "e" until other options appear, then, while keeping your finger pressed on
the keyboard, drag to and select "é."
To enter a period
•
After you enter a word, double-tap the space bar.
To switch between the full keyboard and a smaller keyboard
1
When you enter text using the on-screen keyboard, tap , or .
2
Select a keyboard.
Tap and hold , then drag it to move the small keyboard as desired.
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To Change the Gesture Input Settings
1
When the on-screen keyboard is displayed, tap .
2
Tap , then tap Keyboard settings.
3
To activate or deactivate the Gesture input function, drag the slider beside
Gesture input to the on or off position.
To enter text using the Gesture input function
1
When the on-screen keyboard is displayed, slide your finger from letter to letter to
trace the word that you want to write.
2
After you finish entering a word, lift up your finger. A word suggestion appears
based on the letters that you have traced.
3
If the word that you want does not appear, tap to see other options and select
accordingly. If the desired option does not appear, delete the entire word and
trace it again, or enter the word by tapping each letter individually.
Entering text using voice input
When you enter text, you can use the voice input function instead of typing the words.
Just speak the words that you want to enter. Voice input is an experimental technology
from Google™, and is available for a number of languages and regions.
To Enable Voice Input
1
When the on-screen keyboard is displayed, tap .
2
Tap , then tap Keyboard settings.
3
Drag the slider beside Google™ voice typing key to the right.
4
Tap to save your settings. A microphone icon now appears on your onscreen keyboard.
To enter text using voice input
1
Open the on-screen keyboard.
2
Tap . When appears, speak to enter text.
3
When you' re done, tap again. The suggested text appears.
4
Edit the text manually if necessary.
To make the keyboard appear and enter text manually, tap .
Editing text
You can select, cut, copy and paste text as you write. You can access the editing
options by double-tapping the entered text. The editing options then become available
via an application bar.
Application bar
The following actions are available on the selected text:
• Cut
• Copy
• Paste
• Share
• Select all
The Paste option only appears when you have text saved on the clipboard.
To select text
1
Enter some text, then double-tap the text. The word you tap gets highlighted by
tabs on both sides.
2
Drag the tabs to the left or right to select more text.
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To edit text
1
Enter some text, then double-tap the entered text to make the application bar
appear.
2
Select the text that you want to edit, then use the application bar to make your
desired changes.
To use the magnifier
•
When you enter text, tap and hold on the text field to view the text magnified and
to place the cursor where you want within the text field.
Personalizing the On-Screen Keyboard
When entering text using the on-screen keyboard, you can access keyboard and other
text input settings that help you, for example to set options for writing languages, text
prediction and correction. You can get word suggestions for one language at a time by
deactivating the Smart language detection feature.
The keyboard can use text that you have written in messaging and other applications to
learn your writing style. There is also a Personalization guide that runs you through the
most basic settings to get you started quickly. You can select to use other keyboards
and switch between keyboards. For example, you can select the Xperia™ Chinese
keyboard or the Xperia™ Japanese keyboard.
To access the on-screen keyboard settings
1
When you enter text using the on-screen keyboard, tap .
2
Tap , then tap Keyboard settings and change the settings as desired.
3
To add a writing language for text input, tap Writing languages and mark the
relevant checkboxes.
4
Tap OK to confirm.
To change the word suggestion settings
1
When you enter text using the on-screen keyboard, tap .
2
Tap , then tap Keyboard settings > Word suggestions.
3
Select an option.
To Select a Keyboard
1
When you enter text using the on-screen keyboard, tap at the bottom-right of
the screen.
2
Select an option.
To enable more keyboard options, tap More keyboards, then drag the relevant sliders to the
right.
To Change Writing Language Using the On-Screen Keyboard
This feature is only available if you have added more than one input language and the Smart
language detection feature is off, or if the languages that you selected include non-Latin
languages.
•
When you enter text using the on-screen keyboard, tap the writing language icon
to switch between the selected writing languages. For example, tap until the
desired writing language appears.
To Change the Smart Language Detection Settings
To use Smart language detection, more than one language must be selected in Writing
languages. Also note that only languages using the Latin alphabet are supported.
1
When the on-screen keyboard is displayed, tap .
2
Tap , then tap Keyboard settings .
3
To activate or deactivate the Smart language detection function, drag the slider
beside
Smart language detection to the on or off position.
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To Change the Use My Writing Style Settings
1
When you enter text using the on-screen keyboard, tap .
2
Tap , then tap Keyboard settings > Use my writing style and select an option.
To Select a Keyboard Layout Variant
Layout variants for the on-screen keyboard may not be available for all writing languages. You
can select different keyboard layouts for each writing language.
1
When you enter text using the on-screen keyboard, tap .
2
Tap , then tap Keyboard settings.
3
Tap Writing languages, then tap beside a writing language.
4
Select a keyboard layout variant.
5
Tap OK to confirm.
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Contacts
Transferring contacts
There are several ways to transfer contacts to your new device. You can sync contacts
from an online account or import contacts directly from another device.
Transferring contacts using a computer
Xperia™ Transfer is an application that helps you to collect contacts from your old device
and transfer them to your new device. Xperia™ Transfer, which you can access from
within the Xperia™ Companion computer program, supports mobile devices that run on
iOS/iCloud and Android™. If you are switching from an iOS device, the App Matching
feature suggests the Android equivalents of your iOS apps.
To use Xperia™ Transfer, you need:
•
An Internet-connected computer.
•
Your new Android™ device.
•
A USB cable for your new Android™ device.
•
Your old device.
•
A USB cable for your old device.
You may not need your old device. For iOS devices, you can connect directly to iCloud or use
a local backup. For previously owned Sony devices you can use local backups.
To transfer contacts to your new device
1
Search and download Xperia™ Companion (on a PC or Mac® computer) from
http:/ / support.sonymobile.com/global-en/tools/xperia-companion if the software
is not already installed.
2
After successful installation, open the Xperia™ Companion software, then click
Xperia™ Transfer
and follow the relevant instructions to transfer your contacts.
Transferring contacts using an online account
If you sync the contacts in your old device or your computer with an online account, for
example, Google Sync™, Facebook™, or Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®, you can
transfer your contacts to your new device using that account.
To synchronize contacts to your new device using a synchronization account
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap , then tap Settings > Accounts & sync.
3
Select the account that you want to sync your contacts with, then tap > Sync
now.
You need to be signed in to the relevant sync account before you can sync your contacts with
it.
Other methods for transferring contacts
There are several other ways to transfer contacts from your old device to your new
device. For example, you can copy contacts to a memory card, or use Bluetooth
technology. For more specific information about transferring the contacts from your old
device, refer to the relevant User guide.
To import contacts from a memory card
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Press , then tap Import contacts > SD card.
3
Select where to store your contacts.
4
Select the files that you want to import and tap OK.
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To import contacts using Bluetooth® technology
1
Make sure you have the Bluetooth® function turned on and that your device is set
to visible.
2
When you are notified of an incoming file to your device, drag the status bar
dow nward and tap the notification to accept the file transfer.
3
Tap Accept to start the file transfer.
4
Drag the status bar downward. When the transfer is complete, tap the notification.
5
Tap the received file and select where to store your contacts.
Searching and viewing contacts
1 Search for contacts
2 View more options
3 Contacts, Favorites, and Group s tabs
4 Edit and view medical and emergency contact information
5 View contact details
6 Jump to c ontacts starting with the selected letter
7 Add a contact
To search for a contact
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap and enter a phone number, name, or other information in the Search
contacts field. The result list is filtered as you enter each character.
To select which contacts to display in the Contacts application
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Press , then tap Filter.
3
In the list that appears, mark or unmark the desired options. If you have
synchronized your contacts with a synchronization account, that account appears
in the list. To further expand the list of options, tap the account.
Adding and editing contacts
To Add a Contact
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap .
3
If you have synchronized your contacts with one or more accounts and you are
adding a contact for the first time, you must select the account you want to add
this contact to. Alternately, tap No backup if you only want to use and save this
contact on your device.
4
Enter or select the desired information for the contact.
5
When you are done, tap SAVE.
After you select a synchronization account in step 3, that account will show as the default
account offered the next time you add a contact. When you save a contact to a particular
account, that account will show as the default account to save to the next time you add a
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contact. If you have saved a contact to a particular account and want to change it, you need to
create a new contact and select a different account to save them to.
If you add a plus sign and the country code before a contact's phone number, you do not
have to edit the number again when you make calls from other countries.
To Edit a Contact
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap the contact that you want to edit, then tap .
3
Edit the desired information.
4
When you are done, tap SAVE.
Some synchronization services do not allow you to edit contact details.
To Associate a Picture with a Contact
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap the contact that you want to edit, then tap .
3
Tap , then select a method for adding the contact picture and edit as desired.
4
After you add the picture, tap SAVE.
You can also add a picture to a contact directly from the Album application. If you want to
add a picture that is saved to an online account, you must download the picture first.
To personalize the ringtone for a contact
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap the contact that you want to edit, then tap .
3
Tap > Set ringtone.
4
Select an option from the list or tap to select a music file saved to your device,
then tap Done.
5
Tap SAVE.
To Delete Contacts
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Touch and hold the contact you want to delete.
3
To delete all contacts, tap the downward arrow to open the drop-down menu,
then select Mark all.
4
Tap , then tap Delete.
To Edit Contact Information about Yourself
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap Myself, then tap .
3
Enter the new information or make the changes you want.
4
When you are done, tap SAVE.
Favorites and groups
You can mark contacts as favorites so that you can get quick access to them from the
Contacts application. You can also assign contacts to groups, to get quicker access to a
group of contacts from within the Contacts application.
To mark or unmark a contact as a favorite
1
From the Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap the contact you want to add to or remove from your favorites.
3
Tap .
To View Your Favorite Contacts
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap Favorites.
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To Assign a Contact to a Group
1
In the Contacts application, tap the contact that you want to assign to a group.
2
Tap , then tap the bar directly under Groups.
3
Mark the checkboxes for the groups you want to add the contact to.
4
Tap SAVE.
Sending contact information
To Send Your Business Card
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap Myself.
3
Tap , then tap Share.
4
Select an available transfer method and follow the on-screen instructions.
To Send a Contact
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap the contact whose details you want to send.
3
Tap , then tap Share.
4
Select an available transfer method and follow the on-screen instructions.
To send several contacts at once
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Press , then tap
3
Mark the contacts you want to send, or select all if you want to send all contacts.
4
Tap , then select an available transfer method and follow the on-screen
instructions.
Mark several.
Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application
If you synchronize your contacts with a new account or import contact information in
other ways, you could end up with duplicate entries in the Contacts application. If this
happens, you can join such duplicates to create a single entry. And if you join entries by
mistake, you can separate them again later.
To link contacts
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap the contact that you want to link with another contact.
3
Press , then tap Link contact.
4
Tap the contact whose information you want to join with the first contact, then tap
OK to confirm. The information from the first contact is merged with the second
contact, and the linked contacts are displayed as one contact in the Contacts list.
To separate linked contacts
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap the linked contact that you want to edit, then tap .
3
Tap Unlink contact > Unlink.
Backing Up Contacts
You can use a memory card or a USB storage device to back up contacts. See
Transferring contacts
your device.
on page 52 for more information about how to restore contacts to
To export all contacts to a memory card
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Press , then tap Export contacts > SD card.
3
Tap OK.
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To Export All Contacts to a USB Storage Device
When you export contacts using this method, you must first connect your device to a USB
storage device, such as a flash drive or an external hard drive, using a
USB Host adapter cable. See
more information about how to connect your device to a USB storage device.
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
2
Tap , then tap Export contacts > USB storage.
3
Tap OK.
Connecting Your Device to USB Accessories
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Setting up email
Use the email application in your device to send and receive email messages through
your email accounts. You can have one or several email accounts at the same time,
including corporate Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync accounts.
To set up an email account
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Email.
3
Follow the instructions that appear on the screen to complete the setup.
For some email services, you may need to contact your email service provider for information
on detailed settings for the email account.
To add an extra email account
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Email.
3
Tap , then tap Settings > Add account.
4
Enter the email address and password, then tap Next. If the settings for the email
account cannot be downloaded automatically, complete the setup manually.
5
When you are finished, tap Next.
Sending and Receiving Email Messages
1 View a list of all email accounts and recent folders
2 Sort email messages
3 Search for email messages
4 Access settings and options
5 Write an email message
6 List of email messages
To download new email messages
•
When the inbox is open, swipe downward on the message list.
To Read Your Email Messages
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Email.
3
If you are using several email accounts, tap and select the account you want to
check. If you want to check all your email accounts at once, tap , and then tap
Combined inbox.
4
In the email inbox, scroll up or down and tap the email message you want to read.
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To Create and Send an Email Message
1
From your Homescreen, tap , and then find and tap Email.
2
If you are using several email accounts, tap and select the account you want to
send the email from.
3
Tap , and then type the recipient' s name or email address and select one or
more recipients from the drop-down list.
4
Enter the email subject and message text, and then tap .
To reply to an email message
1
In your email inbox, find and tap the message that you want to reply to, then tap
Reply or Reply all.
2
Enter your reply, then tap .
To Forward an Email Message
1
In your email inbox, find and tap the message that you want to forward, then tap
Forward.
2
Enter the recipient' s name or email address, then select one or more recipients
from the drop- down list.
3
Enter your message text, then tap .
To view an email message attachment
1
Find and tap the email message containing the attachment that you want to view.
Email messages with attachments are indicated by .
2
After the email message opens, tap Load. The attachment starts to download.
3
After the attachment finishes downloading, tap View.
To Save a Sender's Email Address to Your Contacts
1
Find and tap a message in your email inbox.
2
Tap the name of the sender, tap Add to Contacts then tap OK.
3
Select an existing contact, or tap Create new contact.
4
Edit the contact information, if desired, then tap Save.
Organizing your email messages
To Sort your Email
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Email.
3
If you are using several email accounts, tap and select the account with the
inbox you want to sort. If you want to sort email in all your email accounts at once,
tap , and then tap Combined inbox.
4
Tap , and then tap Sort.
5
Select a sorting option.
To Search for Emails
1
From your Homescreen, tap , and then find and tap Email.
2
If you are using several email accounts, tap and select the account you want to
search. If you want to search all your email accounts at once, tap , and then tap
Combined inbox.
3
Tap .
4
Enter your search text, and then tap on the keyboard.
5
The search result appears in a list sorted by date. Tap the email message you
want to open.
To View All Folders for One Email Account
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then find and tap Email.
2
Drag the left edge of the screen to the right, then select the account you want to
check.
3
Under the account you want to check, select Show all folders.
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To delete an email message
•
In your email inbox, flick the message that you want to delete to the right.
To move an email message to another folder
1
In your email inbox, flick the message that you want to move to the left.
2
Tap Move, then select a folder.
Email account settings
To remove an email account from your device
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Email.
3
Press , then tap Settings.
4
Select the account you want to remove.
5
Tap Delete account > OK.
To change the inbox check frequency
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Email.
3
Tap , then tap Settings.
4
Select the account for which you want to change the inbox check frequency.
5
Tap Check frequency > Check frequency and select an option.
To set an Out of Office auto-reply in an Exchange Active Sync account
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then find and tap Email.
2
Press , then tap Settings.
3
Select the EAS (Exchange Active Sync) account for which you want to set an Out
of Office auto-reply.
4
Tap Out of office.
5
Drag the slider beside Out of office to the right to turn on the function.
6
If needed, mark the Set time range checkbox and set the time range for the auto
reply.
7
Enter your Out of Office message in the body text field.
8
Tap OK to confirm.
Gmail™
If you have a Google™ account, you can use the Gmail™ application to read and write
email messages.
1 View a list of all Gmail accounts and folders
2 Search for email messages
3 Archive an email message
4 Delete an email message
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5 Mark an email message as unread
6 Move an email message to a folder
7 Access settings and options
8 List of email messages
9 Write an email message
To Learn More About Gmail™
•
When the Gmail application is open, drag the left edge of the screen to the right,
and then find and tap Help.
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Music
Transferring Music to Your Device
There are different ways to transfer music from a computer to your device:
•
For Windows® only: Connect the device and computer using a USB cable, and then
drag and drop the music files directly into the file manager application on the computer.
See
Managing files using a computer
•
You can use the Xperia™ Companion software to transfer your media files between the
computer and your device. To learn more and to download Xperia™ Companion, go to
www.sonymobile.com/global-en/tools/xperia-companion
The Music application may not support all music file formats. For more information about
supported file formats and the use of multimedia (audio, image, and video) files, download the
White Paper for your device at
www.sonymobile.com/ support
Listening to music
Use the Music application to listen to your favorite music and audio books.
on the 111 page.
.
.
1 Go to the Music home screen
2 Search all songs saved to your device
3 View the current play queue
4 Album art (if available)
5 Progress indicator – Drag the indicator or tap along the line to fast forward or rewind
6 Elapsed time of current song
7 Total time length of current song
8 Repeat all songs in the current play queue
9 Tap to go to the next song in the play queue
Touch and hold to fast forward within the current song
10 Play or pause a song
11 Tap to go to the previous song in the play queue
Touch and hold to rewind within the current song
12 Shuffle songs in the current play queue
Music home screen
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1 Drag the left edge of the screen to the right to op en the Music home screen menu
2 Scroll up or dow n to view content
3 Play a song using the Music app lication
4 Return to the music player screen
5 Play all songs in shuffle mode
To Play a Song Using the Music Application
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then find and tap .
2
Drag the left edge of the screen to the right.
3
Select a music category.
4
Tap a song to play it.
You might not be able to play copyright-protected items. Verify that you have the necessary
rights for the material you intend to share.
To Find Song-Related Information Online
•
While a song is playing in the Music application, tap the Album art, then tap More
about this.
Online resources related to the song can include videos on YouTube™, song lyrics, and artist
information on Wikipedia.
To adjust the audio volume
•
Press the volume key.
To Minimize the Music Application
•
When a song is playing, tap to go to the Homescreen. The Music application
keeps running in the background.
To open the Music application when it is playing in the background
1
While a song is playing in the background, tap the to open the recently used
applications window.
2
Tap the Music application.
Music home screen menu
The Music home screen menu gives you an overview of all the songs on your device.
From here you can manage your albums and playlists.
1 Return to the Music home sc reen
2 View the current play queue
3 Browse all artists
4 Browse all albums
5 Browse all songs
6 Browse your music library and filter by artist, album or song name
7 Browse all playlists
8 Play a shared music file on another device
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9 View all subscribed or dow nloaded files in Podcast
10 Open the settings menu for the Music application
11 Open the sup port menu for the M usic application
To open the Music homescreen menu
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then find and tap .
2
Drag the left edge of the screen to the right.
To return to the Music homescreen
•
When the Music homescreen menu is open, tap Home.
•
When the Music homescreen menu is open, tap on the screen to the right of the
menu.
To delete a song
1
From the Music homescreen menu, browse to the song that you want to delete.
2
Touch and hold the song title, then tap Delete in the list that appears.
3
Tap Delete again to confirm.
Playlists
On the Music homescreen, you can create your own playlists from the music that is
saved on your device.
To Create Your Own Playlists
1
From the Music homescreen, touch and hold the name of the album or song that
you want to add to a playlist.
2
In the menu that opens, tap Add to playlist > Create new playlist.
3
Enter a name for the playlist and tap OK.
You can also tap the album art and then tap Add to playlist to create a new playlist.
To play your own playlists
1
Open the Music homescreen menu, then tap Playlists.
2
Under Playlists, select the playlist that you w ant to open.
3
If you want to play all songs, tap Shuffle all.
To Add Songs to a Playlist
1
From the Music homescreen, browse to the song or album that you want to add
to a playlist.
2
Touch and hold the song or the album title, then tap Add to playlist.
3
Tap the name of the playlist you want to add the album or song to. The album or
song is now added to the playlist.
To remove a song from a playlist
1
In a playlist, touch and hold the title of the song that you want to delete.
2
Tap Delete from playlist.
You might not be able to delete a song that is saved on the memory card or on your device's
internal storage.
To delete a playlist
1
Open the Music homescreen menu, then tap Playlists.
2
Touch and hold the playlist that you want to delete.
3
Tap Delete.
4
Tap Delete again to confirm.
You cannot delete smart playlists.
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Sharing music
To share a song
1
From the Music homescreen, browse to the song or album that you want to
share.
2
Touch and hold the song title, then tap Share.
3
Select an application from the list, then follow the on-screen instructions.
You can also share albums and playlists in the same way.
Enhancing the sound
To Improve the Sound Quality Using the Equalizer
1
Open the Music homescreen menu, and then tap Settings > Audio settings >
Sound effects > Equalizer.
2
To adjust the sound manually, drag the frequency band buttons up or down. To
adjust the sound automatically, tap and select a style.
To turn on the Surround sound feature
1
Open the Music home screen menu, then tap Settings > Audio settings > Sound
effects > Surround sound (VPT).
2
Flick left or right to select a setting, then tap OK to confirm.
Recognizing Music with TrackID™
Use the TrackID™ music recognition service to identify a song you hear playing in your
surroundings. Just record a short sample of the song and you’ll get artist, title, and
album info within seconds. You can purchase tracks identified by TrackID™ and you can
view TrackID charts to see what TrackID users around the globe are searching for. For
best results, use TrackID™ in a quiet area.
1 Search for tracks, albums, and artists
2 Create an online TrackID™ profile
3 View current music charts
4 View TrackID™ options
5 View the history of your previous searches
6 Check out w hat others are tracking
7 Identify the music you’re listening to
The TrackID™ application and the TrackID™ service are not supported in all countries/regions
or by all networks and/or service providers. TrackID™ can be connected to music streaming
services available in your country.
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To Identify Music Using TrackID™ Technology
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap TrackID™, then hold your device close to the music source.
3
Tap . If the song is recognized by the TrackID™ service, the results appear on
the screen.
To return to the TrackID™ start screen, tap .
To View Artist Information for a Song
1
After a song is recognized by the TrackID™ application, the result is displayed on
the TrackID™ homescreen.
2
Scroll to the result you want to view and then tap to open it.
To Delete a Song from the Track History
1
Open the TrackID™ application, then browse to the song that you want to delete.
2
Touch and hold the screen to make appear.
3
Tap .
To Use TrackID™ LIVE
You can use TrackID™ LIVE to see real-time LIVE trackings from around the world.
There are two ways to start TrackID™ LIVE:
•
Tap the map on the TrackID™ homescreen.
•
Or press , then tap TrackID™ LIVE.
You can change how fast you want to get the trackings and you can mute or unmute the song
previews.
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FM radio
Listening to the Radio
The FM radio in your device works like any FM radio. For example, you can browse and
listen to FM radio stations and save them as favorites. You must connect a wired
headset or headphones to your device before you can use the radio. This is because the
headset or headphones act as an antenna. After one of these devices is connected, you
can then switch the audio to the speaker, if desired.
1 Save or remove a channel as a favorite
2 Tuned frequency
3 Favorites list
4 Launch the TrackID™ music recognition application
5 Radio on/off button
6 View menu options
7 Frequency band – drag left or right to move between channels
8 Move up the frequency band to search for a channel
9 Tuning dial
10 A saved favorite channel
11 Move down the frequency band to search for a channel
To listen to the FM radio
1
Connect a headset or a set of headphones to your device.
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap FM radio . The available channels appear as you scroll through
the frequency band.
When you start the FM radio, available channels appear automatically. If a channel has RDS
information, it appears a few seconds after you start listening to the channel.
To move between radio channels
•
Drag the frequency band left or right.
To start a new search for radio channels
1
When the radio is open, press .
2
Tap Search for channels. The radio scans the whole frequency band, and all
available channels are displayed.
To switch the radio sound to the speaker
1
When the radio is open, press .
2
Tap Play in speaker.
To switch the sound back to the wired headset or headphones, press and tap Play in
headphones.
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To identify a song on the FM radio using TrackID™
1
While the song is playing on your device's FM radio, tap .
2
A progress indicator appears while the TrackID™ application samples the song. If
successful, you are presented with a track result, or a list of possible tracks.
3
Press to return the FM Radio.
The TrackID™ application and the TrackID™ service are not supported in all countries/regions,
or by all networks and/or service providers in all areas.
Favorite radio channels
To save a channel as a favorite
1
When the radio is open, navigate to the channel that you w ant to save as a
favorite.
2
Tap .
3
Enter a name and select a color for the channel, then press Save.
To listen to a favorite radio channel
1
Tap .
2
Select an option.
To remove a channel as a favorite
1
When the radio is open, navigate to the channel that you w ant to remove.
2
Tap , then tap Delete.
Sound settings
To switch between mono and stereo sound mode
1
When the radio is open, press .
2
Tap Enable stereo sound.
3
To listen to the radio in mono sound mode again, press and tap Force mono
sound.
To select the radio region
1
When the radio is open, press .
2
Tap Set radio region.
3
Select an option.
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Camera
Taking photos and recording videos
1 Zoom in or out
2 Switch betw een the front and main camera
3 Front camera
4 Main camera screen
5 View photos and videos
6 Take photos or record videos
7 Adjust capturing mode settings
8 Go back a step or exit the camera
9 Select capturing mode
To Take a Photo from the Lockscreen
1
To activate the screen, briefly press the power key .
2
To activate the camera, touch and hold the camera icon , then drag it to the left.
3
After the camera opens, tap .
To Take a Photo by Touching the Screen
1
Activate the camera.
2
Tap .
3
Drag the Touch capture slider to the right.
4
Point the camera toward the subject.
5
To take a photo, tap any area on the screen that you want the camera to focus
on.
To take a photo by tapping the on-screen camera button
1
Activate the camera.
2
Point the camera toward the subject.
3
Tap the on-screen camera button . The photo is taken as soon as you release
your finger.
To take a selfie using the front camera
1
Activate the camera.
2
Tap .
3
To take the photo, tap the on-screen camera button . The photo is taken as
soon as you release your finger.
To use the zoom function
•
When the camera is open, press the volume key up or down.
•
When the camera is open, pinch in or pinch out on the camera screen.
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To Record a Video
1
Activate the camera.
2
Flick downward until Video capturing mode is selected.
3
Point the camera toward the subject.
4
To start recording, tap .
5
To pause when recording a video, tap . To resume recording, tap .
6
To stop recording, tap .
To take a photo when recording a video
•
To take a photo when recording a video, tap . The photo is taken as soon as
you release your finger.
To view your photos and videos
1
Activate the camera, then tap a thumbnail to open a photo or video.
2
Flick left or right to view your photos and videos.
To delete a photo or recorded video
1
Browse to the photo or video that you want to delete.
2
Tap the screen to make appear.
3
Tap .
4
Tap Delete to confirm.
Face Detection
The camera automatically detects faces and indicates them with frames. A colored frame
shows which face has been selected for focus. Focus is set to the face closest to the
camera. You can also tap one of the frames to select which face should be in focus.
To turn on face detection
1
Swipe the screen to select Manual capturing mode.
2
Tap .
3
Find and tap Focus mode > Face detection.
To take a photo using face detection
1
When the camera is open and Face detection turned on, point the camera at your
subject. Up to five faces can be detected, and each detected face is framed.
2
Tap the frame you want to select for focus. Do not tap if you want the camera to
select focus automatically.
3
A colored frame shows which face is in focus. Tap the screen to take the photo.
Using Smile Shutter™ to capture smiling faces
Use Smile Shutter™ technology to photograph a face just as it smiles. The camera
detects up to five faces and selects one face for smile detection and auto-focus. When
the selected face smiles, the camera automatically takes a photo.
To turn on Smile Shutter™
1
Activate the camera.
2
Tap .
3
Find and tap Smile Shutter and select a smile level.
To take a photo using Smile Shutter™
1
When the camera is open and Smile Shutter™ is turned on, point the camera at
your subject. The camera selects which face to focus on.
2
The face selected appears inside a colored frame and the photo is taken
automatically.
3
If no smile is detected, tap the screen to take the photo manually.
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Adding Geographical Positions To Your Photos
Enable the Save location function to add the approximate geographical location to
photos when you take them. The geographical location is determined by wireless
networks and/or GPS technology.
When
appears on the camera screen, Saving location is turned on but the
geographical position has not been found. When appears, Saving location is turned
on and the geographical location is available, so the geographical location can be added
to your photo. When neither of these two symbols appears, Saving location is disabled.
To Turn on Geotagging
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Tap Settings > Location.
3
Tap the on-off switch.
4
Activate the camera.
5
Tap .
6
Find Save location. Drag the slider to the right.
General camera settings
Capturing Mode Settings Overview
Superior auto
Optimize your settings to suit any scene.
Manual
Adjust camera settings m anually.
Background defocus
Blur the background of your photos to m ake your subject look sharper in comparison.
AR effect
Take photos or videos with virtual scenes and characters.
Creative effect
Apply effects to photos or videos.
Timeshift burst
Find the best photo from a burst of images.
Sweep Panorama
Take wide-angle and panoramic photos.
Face in picture
Take photos using the front and rear cameras at the same time.
Multi camera
Record the same scene from multiple angles on a single screen.
Sound Photo
Take photos with background sound.
AR fun
Play in your camera view finder with virtual objects and enrich your photos or videos.
To switch between capturing modes
1
Activate the camera.
2
Swipe the screen to the desired capturing mode.
Superior Auto
Superior auto mode detects the conditions you are taking photos in and automatically
adjusts the settings to ensure you take the best photos possible.
Manual mode
Use Manual mode when you want to manually adjust your camera settings for photos
and videos.
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AR effect
You can apply AR (augmented reality) effects to your photos or videos and make them
more fun. When using the camera, this setting lets you integrate 3D scenes into your
photos or videos. Just select the scene you want and adjust its position in the viewfinder.
Creative effect
You can apply different effects on your photos or videos. Add a Nostalgic effect to make
photos look older, or a Sketch effect for a more fun image.
Sweep Panorama
You can take wide-angle and panoramic photos from the horizontal or vertical direction
in an easy press-and-sw eep motion.
To take a panoramic photo
1
Activate the camera.
2
Swipe the screen to go to , then select .
3
To select a shooting direction, tap .
4
Tap the screen and move the camera slowly and steadily in the direction of
movement indicated on the screen.
Timeshift Burst
The camera takes a burst of 61 photos in a window of two seconds—one second before
and after you tap the on-screen camera button. So you can go back and find the perfect
image.
To Use Timeshift Burst
1
Activate the camera.
2
Swipe the screen to go to , and then select .
3
Take photos. The photos taken appear in thumbnail view.
4
Scroll through the thumbnails and select the photo you want to save, and then tap
.
Background Defocus Mode
Use your camera's blurred background effect to make your subjects look sharper and
more vivid in comparison with their background. In Background defocus mode, the
camera takes two shots, identifies the background, and then blurs it while keeping the
subject sharp and in focus, like shooting with a digital SLR camera. You can select from
three different blur variations and tune the blur level in the preview display.
Face in Picture
You can use the Face in Picture mode to turn on the front and main cameras at the
same time, so you can take a photo of yourself together with the subject.
Multi-Camera Mode
Multi-camera mode lets you take a photo that combines images from two different
angles and devices. You see two images in the camera viewfinder of your device—one
from your own camera and one from a connected Xperia™ device or a Sony camera that
supports NFC and Wi-Fi Direct™ technology. You can then edit what you see in the
viewfinder before taking a photo.
So if you’re at a concert venue, for example, and you want to capture a photo that
combines a view of the band from one angle and the audience from another, you can
use multi-camera mode for the best effect.
You can set up multi-camera mode using NFC, which launches the pairing of the two
devices using Wi-Fi Direct™ technology.
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To use Multi camera mode
1
Turn on the NFC functions on both devices that you want to connect.
2
Activate the camera on your device.
3
Swipe the screen to go to , then select .
4
On the screens of both devices, tap .
5
Touch the NFC detection areas of each device to one other. Both devices should
now connect using Wi-Fi Direct™ technology.
6
Once the devices are connected, two images appear in the viewfinder of your
device – one from the viewfinder of your camera and another from the viewfinder
of the connected device.
7
To edit the images in your viewfinder, tap .
8
Edit the images as desired. For example, you can tap and hold an image and drag
it to the other side of the viewfinder to change the order.
9
When you are finished editing and are ready to capture the final combined image,
tap Done > .
Downloading camera applications
You can download free or paid camera applications from Google Play™ or other
sources. Before you start downloading, make sure that you have a working Internet
connection, preferably over Wi-Fi® to limit data traffic charges.
To download camera applications
1
Open the camera application.
2
Swipe the screen to go to , then tap .
3
Select the application that you want to download, and follow the instructions to
complete the installation.
Quick Launch
Use Quick launch settings to launch the camera when the screen is locked.
Launch only
After you drag
Launch and capture
After you drag
Launch and record video
After you drag
Off
inward, the main camera is launched from sleep mode.
inward, the still camera is launched from sleep mode and a photo is captured.
inward, the video camera is launched from sleep mode and starts recording.
Save location
Add geographical location (geotag) information to your photos when you take them.
Touch capture
Identify a focus area, and then touch the camera screen with your finger. The photo is
taken as soon as you release your finger.
Sound
Choose to turn on or turn off the shutter sound.
Data storage
You can choose to save your data either to a removable SD card or to your device's
internal storage.
Internal storage
Photos or videos are saved on the device memory.
SD card
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Photos or videos are saved on the SD card.
Touch Block
You can disable the touchscreen to avoid unintended touches when you are using the
camera.
White Balance
This setting, which is only available in
Manual capturing mode, adjusts the color balance
according to the lighting conditions. It also allows you to adjust the exposure manually in
the -2.0 EV to +2.0 EV range. For example, you can increase the image brightness or
decrease the overall exposure by tapping the plus or minus controls accordingly when
the white balance setting icon
Auto
Adjusts the color b alance automatically to suit the lighting conditions.
Incandescent
Adjusts the color b alance for warm lighting conditions, such as under light b ulbs.
Fluorescent
Adjusts the color b alance for fluorescent lighting.
Daylight
Adjusts the color b alance for sunny outdoor conditions.
Cloudy
Adjusts the color b alance for a cloudy sky.
is displayed.
Still camera settings
To adjust the still camera settings
1
Activate the camera.
2
To display all settings, tap .
3
Select the setting that you want to adjust, then edit as desired.
Still camera settings overview
Resolution
Choose between several resolutions and aspect ratios before taking a photo. A photo
with a higher resolution requires more memory.
8MP
3264×2448(4:3)
8 megapixel resolution with 4:3 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos that you want to view on non-widescreen
displays or print in high resolution.
6MP
3264×1836(16:9)
6 megapixel picture size with 16:9 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos that you want to view on non-widescreen
displays or print in high resolution.
3MP
2048×1536(4:3)
3 megapixel resolution with 4:3 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos that you want to view on non-widescreen
displays or print in high resolution.
2MP
1920×1080(16:9)
2 megapixel resolution with 16:9 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos you w ant to view on widescreen displays.
This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.
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Self-Timer
With the self-timer you can take a photo without holding the device. Use this function to
take self-portraits, or group photos where everyone can be in the photo. You can also
use the self-timer if you want to avoid shaking the camera when taking photos.
On (10 sec.)
Set a 10- second delay from when you tap the camera screen until the photo is taken.
On (2 sec.)
Set a 2-second delay from when you tap the camera screen until the photo is taken.
0.5 sec.
Set a half-second delay from when you tap the camera screen until the photo is taken.
Off
The photo is taken as soon as you tap the camera screen.
Smile Shutter™
Use the Smile Shutter™ function to determine what kind of smile the camera reacts to
before taking a photo.
Focus Mode
The focus function controls which part of a photo should be sharp. When continuous
autofocus is on, the camera keeps adjusting focus so that the area within the focus
frame stays sharp.
Single autofocus
The camera automatically focuses on the selected subject. Continuous autofocus is on. Touch and hold the
camera screen until the focus frame changes color, indicating that the focus is set. The photo is taken w hen
you release your finger.
Multi autofocus
The focus is autom atically set on several areas of the image. Touch and hold the c amera screen until the
focus frame changes color, indicating that the focus is set. The photo is taken when you release your finger.
Continuous autofoc us is off.
Face detection
The camera automatically detects up to five human faces, indicated by frames on the screen. The camera
automatically focuses on the nearest face. You can also select which face to focus on by tapping it on the
screen. When you tap the camera screen, a colored frame show s which face is selected and in focus. Face
detection cannot be used for all scene types. Continuous autofocus is on.
Touch focus
Touch a specific area on the c amera screen to set the area of focus. Continuous autofocus is off. Touch and
hold the camera screen until the focus frame changes color, indicating that the focus is set. The photo is
taken when you release your finger.
Object tracking
When you select an object by touching it in the viewfinder, the c amera tracks it for you.
This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.
HDR
Use the HDR (High Dynamic Range) setting to take a photo against strong backlight or in
conditions where the contrast is sharp. HDR compensates for the loss of detail and
produces a picture that is representative of both dark and bright areas.
This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.
ISO
You can reduce image blurring caused by dark conditions or moving subjects by
increasing the ISO sensitivity. Also, if you want to capture a bright image even in dark
conditions, you can set the ISO sensitivity to a higher value.
Auto
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Sets the ISO sensitivity automatically.
50
Sets the ISO sensitivity to 50.
100
Sets the ISO sensitivity to 100.
200
Sets the ISO sensitivity to 200.
400
Sets the ISO sensitivity to 400.
800
Sets the ISO sensitivity to 800.
1600
Sets the ISO sensitivity to 1600.
This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.
Metering
This function automatically determines a well-balanced exposure by measuring the
amount of light striking the image you want to capture.
Center
Measures the center of the image, and d etermines the exposure based on the brightness of the subject
there.
Spot
Adjusts the exposure in a very small part of the image that you want to capture.
Face
Measures the amount of light on the face, and adjusts the exposure so that the face is neither too dark or too
bright.
Multi
Divides the image into multiple regions, and measures each region to determine a well-balanced exposure.
This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.
Preview
You can choose to preview photos just after you shoot them.
Unlimited
The preview of the photo or video appears after you shoot it.
5 seconds
The preview of the photo or video appears for 5 seconds after you shoot it.
3 seconds
The preview of the photo or video appears for 3 seconds after you shoot it.
Edit
The photo or video opens for editing after you shoot it.
Off
The photo or video is saved after you shoot it, and no preview appears.
Face Recognition
You can register faces in the Camera application so that the camera automatically
focuses on these faces when they appear in the viewfinder.
Scene selection
Use the Scene selection feature to quickly set up the camera for common situations
using pre-programmed scenes. The camera determines a number of settings for you to
fit the selected scene, ensuring the best possible photo.
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Off
The Scene selection feature is off and you can take photos manually.
Soft skin
Take photos of faces using an enhanced beauty effect.
Soft snap
Use for shooting photos against a soft background.
Anti motion blur
Use for minimizing camera shake w hen shooting a slightly dark scene.
Landscape
Use for landscape photos. The camera focuses on distant objects.
Backlight correction HDR
Use to improve details in high contrast shots. The built-in backlight correction analyzes the image and
automatically adjusts it to give you a perfectly lit shot.
Night portrait
Use for portrait photos taken at night or in poorly lit environments. Due to the long exposure time, the
camera must be held still or placed on a stable surface.
Night scene
Use when taking photos at night or in poorly lit environments. Due to the long exposure time, the
camera must be held still or placed on a stable surface.
Hand-held twilight
Use for taking hand-held low-light photos with reduced noise and blur.
High sensitivity
Use for taking photos without a flash under low light cond itions. Reduc es blur.
Gourmet
Use for shooting food arrangements in bright color.
Pet
Use for taking photos of your pet. Reduces blur and red eyes.
Beach
Use for taking photos of seaside or lakeside scenes.
Snow
Use in bright environments to avoid overexposed photos.
Party
Use for indoor photos in poorly lit environments. This scene picks up indoor background lighting or
candlelight. Due to the long exposure time, the c amera must be held still or placed on a stable
surface.
Sports
Use for taking photos of fast- moving objects. Short exposure time minimizes motion blurring.
Document
Use for photos of text or drawings. Gives the photo increased, sharper contrast.
Fireworks
Use for taking photos of fireworks in all their glory.
This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.
Video camera settings
To adjust the video camera settings
1
Activate the camera.
2
Swipe to .
3
To display settings, tap .
4
Select the setting that you want to adjust, then make your changes.
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Video camera settings overview
Video resolution
Adjust the video resolution for different formats.
Full HD
1920×1080(16:9)
Full HD (Full High Definition) format with 16:9 aspect ratio. 1920×1080 pixels.
HD
1280×720(16:9)
HD (High Definition) format with 16:9 aspect ratio. 1280× 720 pixels.
VGA
640×480(4:3)
VGA format with 4:3 aspect ratio.
MMS
Record videos suitable for sending in multimedia messages. The recording time of this video format is limited
so that video files can fit in a multimedia message.
Self-Timer
With the self-timer, you can record a video without holding the device. Use it to record
group videos where everyone can be in the video. You can also use the self-timer if you
want to avoid shaking the camera when recording videos.
On (10 sec.)
Set a 10- second delay from when you tap the camera screen until the video begins to record.
On (2 sec.)
Set a 2-second delay from when you tap the camera screen until the video begins to record.
0.5 sec.
Set a half-second delay from when you tap the camera screen until the video b egins to record.
Off
The video begins to record as soon as you tap the camera screen.
Smile Shutter™(video)
Use the Smile Shutter™ function to determine what kind of smile the camera reacts to
before recording a video.
Focus mode
The focus setting controls which part of a video-recorded subject should be sharp.
When continuous autofocus is on, the camera keeps adjusting focus so that the area
within the white focus frame stays sharp.
Single autofocus
The camera automatically focuses on the selected subject. Continuous autofocus is on.
Face detection
The camera automatically detects up to five human faces, indicated by frames on the screen. The camera
automatically focuses on the nearest face. You can also select which face to focus on by tapping it on the
screen. When you tap the camera screen, a yellow frame shows which face is selected and in focus. Face
detection cannot be used for all scene types. Continuous autofocus is on.
Object tracking
When you select an object by touching it in the viewfinder, the c amera tracks it for you.
HDR video
Use the video HDR (High-Dynamic Range) setting to record a video against strong
backlight or in conditions where the contrast is sharp. Video HDR compensates for the
loss of detail and produces a picture that is representative of both dark and bright areas.
This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.
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Metering
This function automatically determines a well-balanced exposure by measuring the
amount of light striking the image you want to capture.
Center
Measures the center of the image, and d etermines the exposure based on the brightness of the subject
there.
Spot
Adjusts the exposure in a very small part of the image that you want to capture.
Face
Measures the amount of light on the face, and adjusts the exposure so that the face is neither too dark or too
bright.
Multi
Divides the image into multiple regions, and measures each region to determine a well-balanced exposure.
This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.
SteadyShot™
When recording a video, it can be difficult to hold the device steady. The stabilizer helps
by compensating for the small movements of your hand.
Standard
Activate to remove the c amera shakes.
Off
The stabilizer is turned off.
Scene selection
The Scene selection feature helps you to quickly set up the camera for common
situations using preprogrammed video scenes. Each scene setting is designed to
produce the best quality video possible in a specific recording environment.
Off
The Scene selection feature is off and you can shoot videos manually.
Soft snap
Use for shooting videos against soft backgrounds.
Landscape
Use for videos of landsc apes. The camera focuses on distant objects.
Night scene
When turned on, light sensitivity is increased. Use in poorly lit environments. Videos of fast-moving
objects may get blurred. Hold your hand steady, or use a support. Turn off night mode when lighting
conditions are good, to improve the video quality.
Beach
Use for videos of seaside or lakeside scenes.
Snow
Use in bright environments to avoid overexposed videos.
Sports
Use for videos of fast-moving objects. Short exposure time minimizes motion blurring.
Party
Use for indoor videos in poorly lit environments. This scene picks up indoor background lighting or
candlelight. Videos of fast-moving objects may get blurred. Hold your hand steady, or use a support.
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Photos and videos in Album
Viewing Photos and Videos
Use the Album application to view photos and play videos you’ve taken with your
camera, or to view similar content you’ ve saved to your device. All photos and videos are
displayed in a chronologically ordered grid.
1 Tap the icon to open the Album homescreen menu
2 View a slideshow of all images or just the ones you've added to your favorites
3 Drag the left edge of the screen to the right to op en the Album homescreen menu
4 The date range of items in the current group
5 Tap a photo or video to open it in full-screen view
6 Scroll up or dow n to view content
To View Photos and Videos
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Album.
3
Tap a photo or video you want to view. If prompted, tap .
4
Flick left to view the next photo or video. Flick right to view the previous photo or
video.
If the screen orientation does not change automatically when you turn your device sideways,
you can enable this by tapping
When device is rotated.
Rotate the contents of the screen under Settings > Display >
To change the size of the thumbnails
•
When viewing thumbnails of photos and videos in Album, spread two fingers apart
to zoom in, or pinch two fingers together to zoom out.
To zoom a photo
•
When you are viewing a photo, spread two fingers apart to zoom in, or pinch two fingers
together to zoom out.
To watch a slideshow of your photos
1
When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap >
Slideshow to start playing all the photos in an album.
2
Tap a photo to end the slideshow.
To Play a Video
1
In Album, find and tap the video you want to play.
2
Tap .
3
If the playback controls are not displayed, tap the screen to display them. To hide
the controls, tap the screen again.
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To pause a video
1
When a video is playing, tap the screen to display the controls.
2
Tap .
To fast forward and rewind a video
1
When a video is playing, tap the screen to display the controls.
2
Drag the progress bar marker left to rewind, or right to fast forward.
To adjust the volume of a video
•
Press the volume key.
Sharing and Managing Photos and Videos
You can share photos and videos that you’ ve saved on your device. You can also
manage them in different ways. For example, you can work with photos in batches,
delete photos and link them to contacts. If you have lots of photos saved on your device,
it’s a good idea to routinely transfer them to a computer or to an external storage device
in order to avoid any inadvertent loss of data. Doing so also frees up more space on your
device. See
You might not be able to copy, send, or transfer copyright-protected items. Also, some items
may not send if the file size is too large.
To share a photo or video
1
In Album, find and tap the photo or video that you want to share.
2
Tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap .
3
Tap the application that you want to use to share the photo, then follow the steps
to send it.
Managing files using a computer
on the 111 page.
To use a photo as a contact picture
1
When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap >
Use as > Contact picture.
2
Select a contact, then edit the photo as desired.
3
Tap Save.
To use a photo as wallpaper
1
When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap >
Use as > Wallpaper.
2
Follow the instructions on the screen.
To rotate a photo
1
When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap .
2
Tap Rotate, then select an option. The photo is saved in the new orientation.
To delete a photo or video
1
When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap .
2
Tap Delete.
To Work with Batches of Photos or Videos in Album
1
When viewing thumbnails of photos and videos in Album, touch and hold an item
until it's highlighted.
2
Tap other desired items to select and work with them. If you want to select all
items, tap , then tap Select all.
3
Use the tools in the toolbar to work with your selected items.
Analyzing photos with faces in Album
You can analyze any photos on your device that feature people's faces. Once activated,
the photo analysis feature stays on, and new photos get analyzed as they are added.
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After running an analysis, you can then group all photos of the same person in one
folder.
To turn on the photo analysis feature
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Album.
3
Drag the left edge of the Album home screen to the right, then tap Faces. All
photos on your device get analyzed and grouped in the Unnamed faces folder.
To name a face
1
In the Faces tile, tap the Unnamed faces folder, then browse to the Other faces
folder and choose the face that you want to name.
2
Tap Add name.
3
Type a name, then tap Done > Add as new person.
To edit a face name
1
When you are viewing a face in full-screen view, tap the screen to display the
toolbars, then tap
2
Tap OK.
3
Tap the name of the face that you want to edit.
4
Edit the name, then tap Done >Add as new person.
> Edit name tags.
Editing photos with the Photo editor application
You can edit and apply effects to original photos that you’ve taken with your camera. For
example, you can change the light effects. After you save the edited photo, the original
unchanged version of the photo remains on your device.
To edit a photo
•
When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap .
To crop a photo
1
When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap .
2
If prompted, select Photo editor.
3
Tap > Crop.
4
Tap Crop to select an option.
5
To adjust the crop frame, touch and hold the edge of the crop frame. When the
circles at the edges disappear, drag inward or outward to resize the frame.
6
To resize all sides of the crop frame at the same time, touch and hold one of the
four corners. When the circles at the edges disappear, drag the corner
accordingly.
7
To move the crop frame to another area of the photo, touch and hold inside the
frame, then drag it to the desired position.
8
Tap .
9
To save a copy of the photo as you cropped it, tap Save.
To Apply Special Effects to a Photo
1
When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap .
2
If prompted, select Photo editor.
3
Tap , then select an option.
4
Edit the photo as desired, then tap Save.
To Add a Photo Frame Effect to a Photo
1
When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, and then
tap .
2
If prompted, select Photo editor.
3
Tap , and then select an option.
4
To save a copy of the edited photo, tap Save.
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To Adjust the Light Settings for a Photo
1
When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap .
2
If prompted, select Photo editor.
3
Tap , then select an option and edit as desired.
4
To save a copy of the edited photo, tap Save.
To Set the Saturation Level of Colors in a Photo
1
When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap .
2
If prompted, select Photo editor.
3
Tap , then select an option.
4
To save a copy of the edited photo, tap Save.
Editing videos with the Video editor application
You can edit videos that you’ ve taken with your camera. For example, you can trim a
video to the desired length or adjust the speed of a video. After you save the edited
video, the original unchanged version of the video remains on your device.
To Trim a Video
1
In the Album, find and tap the video you want to edit.
2
Tap the screen to display the toolbars, and then tap .
3
If prompted, select Video Editor, and then tap Trim.
4
To move the trim frame to another part of the timeline, touch and hold the edge of
the trim frame and drag it to the desired position, and then tap Apply.
5
To save a copy of the trimmed video, tap Save.
To Adjust the Speed of a Video
1
In the Album, find and tap the video you want to play.
2
Tap the screen to display the toolbars, and then tap .
3
If prompted, select Video Editor, and then tap Speed.
4
Select an option, touch and hold the edge of the timeline and drag it to the
desired position, and then tap Apply.
5
To save a copy of the edited video, tap Save.
Hiding photos and videos
You can hide any photos and videos from the Album homescreen. Once photos and
videos are hidden from the Album homescreen, they can only be viewed from the
Hidden folder.
To hide a photo or video
1
In Album, find and tap the photo or video that you want to hide.
2
Tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap .
3
Tap Hide > OK.
To view your hidden photos and videos
1
In Album, drag the left edge of the Album homescreen to the right, then tap
Hidden.
2
Tap a photo or video to view it.
3
Flick left to view the next photo or video. Flick right to view the previous photo or
video.
To unhide a photo or video
1
In Album, drag the left edge of the Album homescreen to the right, then tap
Hidden.
2
Tap a photo or video that you want to unhide.
3
Tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap .
4
Tap Don't hide.
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Album home screen menu
Through the Album home screen menu you can brow se to all your photo albums,
including photos and videos taken by your device' s camera using special effects, as well
as content that you share online via services such as PlayMemories Online, Picasa™ and
Facebook. Once you are logged in to such services, you can manage content and view
online images. From the Album application, you can also add geotags to photos,
perform basic editing tasks, and use methods such as Bluetooth® wireless technology
and email to share content.
1 View photos and videos using the PlayMemories Online service
2 Return to the Album application home screen to view all content
3 View your favorite photos and videos
4 View all videos saved to your device
5 View your photos on a map or in Globe view
6 View photos and videos that you have hidden from view
7 View all photos and videos taken by your device's camera using special effects
8 View all photos and videos saved to your device in different folders
9 View all photos with faces
10 View photos and videos on devices in the same netw ork
11 Open the settings menu for the Album app lication
12 Open web support
13 View photos and videos on Facebook™
14 View photos and videos on Picasa™
15 View photos and videos on Flickr™
The PlayMemories Online service is not available in all countries or regions.
To view photos from online services in Album
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Album, then drag the left edge of the Album homescreen to the right.
3
Tap the desired online service, then follow the on-screen instructions to get
started. All available online albums that you have uploaded to the service are
displayed.
4
Tap any album to view its content, then tap a photo in the album.
5
Flick left to view the next photo or video. Flick right to view the previous photo or
video.
Viewing your photos on a map
Adding location information to photos is referred to as geotagging. You can view and tag
your photos on a map and show friends and family where you were when you took a
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particular photo. See
Adding Geographical Positions To Your Photos
on page 70 for
more information.
If you have turned on location detection and activated geotagging in the camera, you can tag
your photos directly for map viewing at a later stage.
1 View geotagged photos in Globe view
2 Search a location on the map
3 View menu options
4 Double tap to zoom in. Pinch to zoom out. Drag to view different parts of the map
5 A group of photos and/ or videos geotagged w ith the same location
6 Thumbnails of the selected group of photos and/or videos. Tap an item to view it in full screen
If several photos were taken at the same location, only one of them appears on the map. The
total number of photos appears in the top right corner, for example,
the group, tap the cover photo and then tap one of the thumbnails at the bottom of the
screen.
. To view all photos in
To Add a Geotag to a Photo
1
When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars.
2
Tap , then tap Add geotag to open the map screen.
3
Tap on the map to set the location for the photo.
4
To reset the location for the photo, tap the new location on the map.
5
When you are done, tap OK.
To view geotagged photos on a map
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap
3
Drag the left edge of the Album home screen to the right, then tap Places.
4
Tap the photo that you want to view on a map.
Album.
To view geotagged photos on a globe
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Album.
3
Drag the left edge of the Album homescreen to the right, then tap Places > .
4
Tap the photo that you want to view on a globe.
To change the geotag of a photo
1
When viewing a photo on the map in Album, touch and hold the photo until its
frame turns blue, then tap the desired location on the map.
2
Tap OK.
To change the map view
•
When viewing the map in Album, tap , then select Classic view or Satellite view.
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Videos
Watching videos in the Video application
Use the Video application to play movies and other video content that you’ve saved or
dow nloaded to your device. The Video application also helps you get poster art, plot
summaries, genre info, and director details for each movie. You can also play your
movies on other devices that are connected to the same network.
Some video files may not be playable in the Video application.
1 Tap the icon to open the Video homescreen menu
2 View all videos saved to your device
3 View online videos
4 Scroll up or dow n to view content
To play a video in Video
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then find and tap Video.
2
Find and tap the video that you want to play. If the video is not displayed on the
screen, drag the left edge of the screen to the right to open the Video homescreen
menu, then find and tap the video that you want to play.
3
To display or hide the controls, tap the screen.
4
To pause playing, tap . To resume playing, tap .
5
To rewind, drag the progress bar marker to the left. To fast forward, drag the
progress bar marker to the right.
To play a video on an external device
1
When the video is playing, tap the screen to display all the controls.
2
Tap > Throw.
3
Select an external device on w hich to play the video. If there is no external device
available, follow the on-screen instructions to add one.
To change settings in Video
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then find and tap Video.
2
Drag the left edge of the screen to the right to open the Video home screen menu,
then tap Settings.
3
Change the settings as desired.
To Change the Sound Settings While a Video is Playing
1
While a video is playing, tap the screen to display the controls.
2
Tap > Audio settings, then change the settings as desired.
3
When you' re done, tap OK.
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To Share a Video
1
When a video is playing, tap , then tap Share.
2
Tap the application that you want to use to share the selected video, then follow
the relevant steps to send it.
Transferring video content to your device
Before you start using the Movies application, it’s a good idea to transfer movies, TV
shows and other video content to your device from other devices, such as a computer.
There are several ways to transfer your content:
•
For Windows® only: Connect your device to a computer using a USB cable and drag
and drop the video files directly using the file manager application on the computer. See
Managing files using a computer
•
If you have a PC or an Apple® Mac® computer, use Xperia™ Companion to organize
content and transfer video files to your device.
on page 111 .
Managing video content
To get movie information manually
1
Make sure that your device has an active data connection.
2
When a video is playing, tap the screen to display the controls.
3
Tap > Information.
4
Tap > Search for info.
5
In the search field, enter keywords for the video, then tap the confirm key on the
keyboard. All matches are displayed in a list.
6
Select a search result, then tap Done. The download of the information begins.
You can get information about newly added videos automatically every time the Video
application opens if you activate the
If the downloaded information is not correct, search again using different keywords.
Get video details button under Settings.
To clear information about a video
1
When a video is playing, tap the screen to display the controls.
2
Tap > Information.
3
Tap > Clear info.
To Delete a Video
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then find and tap Video.
2
Drag the left edge of the screen to the right to open the Video homescreen menu,
and then browse to the video file you want to delete.
3
Touch and hold the video thumbnail, and then tap Delete from the list that
appears.
4
Tap Delete again to confirm.
Movie Creator
The Xperia™ Movie Creator automatically creates short videos of around 30 seconds in
length using existing photos and videos. The application automatically determines the
timeline to create its movie. For example, it could take a selection of photos and videos
from a Saturday afternoon outing or from a random seven-day period and create a movie
for you. When this highlight-style movie is ready, you get notified. You can then edit it as
desired. For example, you can edit the title, delete scenes, change the music, or add
more photos and videos.
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To open Movie Creator
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Movie Creator.
If no photos or videos are saved on your device, no functionality is available when you open
the Movie Creator application.
To turn off Movie Creator notifications
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Movie Creator.
3
Tap , then tap Settings and deactivate Notifications.
To disable Movie Creator
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Apps.
3
Find and tap Movie Creator > DISABLE.
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Connectivity
Mirroring the Screen of Your Device on a TV Using a Cable
You can connect your device to a compatible TV set using an MHL cable and mirror the
screen of your device on the TV screen.
MHL and HDMI™ cables and adaptors are sold separately.
Sony does not guarantee that all types of MHL and HDMI™ cables and adaptors are
supported by your device.
To view content from your device on a TV which supports MHL input
1
Connect your device to the TV using an MHL cable. appears in your device's
status bar after a connection is established.
2
The TV displays the screen of your device.
If your device fails to detect the display that is connected to the MHL cable, reconnect the
MHL cable and tap
To View Content from Your Device on a TV Which Supports HDMI™ Input
1
Connect your device to an MHL adaptor, and connect the adaptor to a powered
USB port.
2
Connect the adaptor to a TV using a HDMI™ cable. appears in your device's
status bar after a connection is established.
3
The TV displays the screen of your device.
Settings > Device connection > USB Connectivity > Detect USB device.
To View Help About Using a TV Remote Control
1
While your device is connected to the TV set, drag the status bar downward to
open the Notification panel.
2
Tap MHL connected. The MHL settings appear on the TV screen.
3
Select Remote control usage.
You can select Video Output Size to adjust the size of the output on the TV screen. If the TV
already has an auto-scaling option enabled, this setting does not appear under the MHL
settings.
You can also press the yellow button on the TV remote control to open the Notification panel.
To Disconnect Your Device from a TV Set
•
Disconnect the MHL cable or the MHL adaptor from your device.
Mirroring the Screen of your Device Wirelessly
You can use the Screen Mirroring feature to share the screen of another Xperia™ device
on the screen of your device without using a cable connection. You can also view
content on your device on a display or TV that supports Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Miracast™.
To mirror the screen of another Xperia™ device on your own device
1
Your device: From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Device connection > Screen mirroring.
3
Under Receive, tap Start.
4
Other device: From the Homescreen, tap .
5
Find and tap Settings > Device connection > Screen mirroring > Start.
6
Tap OK and select a device.
7
Your device: Tap Accept to allow the connection to your device.
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To mirror the screen of your device on a TV screen
1
TV: Follow the instructions in the User guide of your TV to turn on the screen
mirroring function.
2
Your device: From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Device connection > Screen mirroring.
4
Tap Start.
5
Tap OK and select a device.
Your TV must support screen mirroring based on Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Miracast™ for the
functionality to work. If your TV does not support screen mirroring, you may need to purchase
a wireless display adapter separately. Also, when using screen mirroring, do not cover the WiFi antenna area of your device.
To stop screen mirroring between devices
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Device connection > Screen mirroring.
3
Tap Disconnect, then tap OK.
Sharing Content with DLNA Certified™ Devices
You can view or play media content saved to your device on other devices such as a TV
or a computer. These devices must be on the same wireless network and can be Sony
TVs or speakers, or products that are DLNA Certified™ by the Digital Living Network
Alliance. You can also view or play content from other DLNA Certified™ devices on your
device.
After you set up media sharing between devices, you can listen to music files stored on
your home computer from your device or view photos taken with your device's camera
on a large-screen TV, for example.
Playing files from DLNA Certified™ devices on your device
When you play files from another DLNA Certified™ device on your device, this other
device acts as a server. In other words, it shares content over a network. The server
device must have its content sharing function enabled and give access permission to
your device. It also must be connected to the same Wi-Fi® network as your device.
To play a shared music track on your device
1
Make sure the devices that you want to share files with are connected to the same
Wi-Fi® network as your device.
2
From your Homescreen, tap , then find and tap .
3
Drag the left edge of the Music home screen to the right, then tap Home network.
4
Select a device from the list of connected devices.
5
Browse the folders of the connected device and select the track that you want to
play. Once selected, the track starts playing automatically.
To Play a Shared Video on Your Device
1
Make sure the devices that you want to share files with are connected to the same
Wi-Fi® network as your device.
2
From your Homescreen, tap , and then find and tap Video.
3
Drag the left edge of the Video homescreen to the right, then tap Home network.
4
Select a device from the list of connected devices.
5
Browse the folders of the connected device and select the video that you want to
play.
To view a shared photo on your device
1
Make sure the devices that you want to share files with are connected to the same
Wi-Fi® network as your device.
2
From your Homescreen, tap , then find and tap Album.
3
Drag the left edge of the Album home screen to the right, and tap Home network.
4
Select a device from the list of connected devices.
5
Browse the folders of the connected device and select a photo to view it.
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Playing files from your device on DLNA Certified™ devices
Before you can view or play media files from your device on other DLNA Certified™
devices, you must set up file sharing on your device. The devices that you share content
with are called client devices. For example, a TV, computer or tablet can act as client
devices. Your device works as a media server when it makes content available to client
devices. When you set up file sharing on your device, you must also give access
permission to client devices. After you do so, such devices appear as registered devices.
Devices that are waiting for access permission are listed as pending devices.
To Set up File Sharing with other DLNA Certified™ Devices
1
Connect your device to a Wi-Fi® network.
2
From your Homescreen, tap , and then find and tap .
3
Tap , and then tap Media server.
4
To turn on the Share media function, drag the slider. appears in the status bar.
Your device can now work as a media server.
5
Connect your computer or other devices to the same Wi-Fi® network as your
device.
6
A notification appears in the status bar of your device. Open the notification and
set access permissions for each device.
The instructions for setting up file sharing using DLNA™ differ depending on the client device.
Refer to your client device User guide for more information. If the device cannot connect to a
client on the network, check if your Wi-Fi® network is working.
You can also access the Media server menu from certain applications, like Music, Album or
Video, by dragging the left edge of the application’s homescreen to the right and then tapping
Settings > Media server.
To stop sharing files with other DLNA Certified™ devices
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Device connection > Media server.
3
Drag the slider beside Share media to the left.
To set access permissions for a pending device
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Device connection > Media server.
3
Select a device from the Pending devices list.
4
Select an access permission level.
To change the name of a registered device
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Device connection > Media server.
3
Select a device from the Registered devices list, then select Change name.
4
Enter a new name for the device.
To change the access level of a registered device
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Device connection > Media server.
3
Select a device from the Registered devices list.
4
Tap Change access level and select an option.
To get help with sharing content with other DLNA Certified™ devices
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings >Device connection > Media server.
3
Tap and then tap Help.
Playing files on a Digital Media Renderer device
Using DLNA™ technology, you can push media content saved on your device to another
device connected to the same Wi-Fi® network. The other device must be able to
function as a Digital Media Renderer (DMR) device and render or play content received
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from your device. A TV with DLNA features or a PC running Windows® 7 or higher are
examples of DMR devices.
The settings for enabling the Digital Media Renderer may vary depending on the device. Refer
to the user guide of the DMR device for more information.
Content secured with Digital Rights Management (DRM) cannot be played on a Digital Media
Renderer device using DLNA™ technology.
To View Photos or Videos from Your Device on a DMR Device
1
Make sure that you have correctly set up the DMR device and that it is connected
to the same Wi-Fi® network as your device.
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap Album.
4
Browse and open the photos or videos you w ant to view.
5
Tap the screen to display the toolbar, then tap and select a DMR device you
want to share your content with. The selected content starts playing in
chronological order on the device that you select.
6
To disconnect from the DMR device, tap and select Disconnect. The file stops
playing on the DMR device but continues playing on your device.
You can also share a video from the Video application on your device by tapping the video
and then tapping
.
To play a music track from your device on a DMR device
1
Make sure that you have correctly set up the DMR device and that it is connected
to the same Wi-Fi® network as your device.
2
From your Homescreen, tap , then find and tap .
3
Select a music category and browse to the track that you want to share, then tap
the track.
4
Tap and select a DMR device to share your content w ith. The track plays
automatically on the device that you select.
5
To disconnect from the DMR device, tap and select your device. The track
stops playing on the DMR device but continues playing on your device.
Connecting Your Device to USB Accessories
You can use a USB host adapter to connect your device to USB accessories such as
USB mass storage devices, game controllers, USB keyboards, and USB mice. If the
USB accessory has a micro USB connector, a USB host adapter is not necessary.
USB host adapters are sold separately. Sony does not guarantee that all USB accessories are
supported by your device.
To connect a USB accessory using a USB host adapter
1
Attach the USB Host adapter to your device, then connect the adapter to the USB
accessory.
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Device connection > USB Connectivity > Detect USB
device.
Additional steps or software may be required to set up game controllers, USB audio and USB
Ethernet accessories. Sony does not guarantee that all USB accessories are supported by
your device.
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To access content on a USB mass storage device using a USB Host adapter
1
Attach the USB Host adapter to your device, then connect the adapter to the USB
mass storage device.
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Device connection > USB Connectivity > Detect USB
device.
4
To access files and folders on the USB storage device, use a file manager app
such as File Commander.
You can also open the relevant media application on your device to view content directly. For
example, you can open the Album application to view photos stored on USB mass storage
devices.
To disconnect a USB mass storage device
1
To open the Notification Panel, drag the status bar downward, then tap USB
storage connected.
2
Tap OK.
3
Detach the USB Host adapter from your device.
To connect a USB accessory using a micro USB connector
1
Attach the micro USB connector of the USB accessory to your device.
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Device connection > USB Connectivity > Detect USB
device.
Sony does not guarantee that all USB accessories with a micro USB connector are supported
by your device.
Connecting Your Device to a DUALSHOCK™ Series Wireless Controller
You can play games stored on your device using a DUALSHOCK™ series wireless
controller. You can also mirror your device on a TV or other display. For more information
about Screen Mirroring, refer to the relevant section of the User guide.
To Connect a DUALSHOCK™4 Wireless Controller to your Device
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Device connection > DUALSHOCK™4.
3
Tap Pair controller, and then follow the on-screen instructions to complete the
connection.
NFC
Use Near Field Communications (NFC) to share data with other devices, such as a video,
photo, web page address, music file, or contact. You can also use NFC to scan tags
that give you more information about a product or service as well as tags that activate
certain functions on your device.
NFC is a wireless technology with a maximum range of one centimeter, so the devices
sharing data must be held close to each other. Before you can use NFC, you must first
turn on the NFC function, and the screen of your device must be active.
NFC may not be available in all countries and/or regions.
To Turn on the NFC Function
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > More.
3
Tap the on-off switch beside NFC.
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To share a contact with another device using NFC
1
Make sure that both devices have the NFC function turned on, and that both
screens are active.
2
To view contacts, go to your Homescreen, tap , then tap .
3
Tap the contact that you want to share.
4
Hold your device and the receiving device back to back so that the NFC detection
areas of each device touch each other. When the devices connect, a thumbnail of
the contact appears.
5
Tap the thumbnail to start the transfer.
6
When the transfer is done, the contact information is displayed on the screen of
the receiving device and is also saved on the receiving device.
To Share a Music File with Another Device Using NFC
1
Make sure both your device and the receiving device have the NFC function
turned on, and that both screens are active.
2
To open the Music application, tap , then find and tap .
3
Select a music category and browse to the track you want to share.
4
Tap the track to play it. You can then tap to pause the track. The transfer works
whether the track is playing or paused.
5
Hold your device and the receiving device back to back so that the NFC detection
areas of each device touch each other. When the devices connect, a thumbnail of
the track appears.
6
Tap the thumbnail to start the transfer.
7
When the transfer is done, the music file plays immediately on the receiving
device. At the same time, the file is saved on the receiving device.
To share a photo or video with another device using NFC
1
Make sure that both devices have the NFC function turned on, and that both
screens are active.
2
To view photos and videos in your device, go to your Homescreen, tap , then
find and tap Album.
3
Tap the photo or video that you want to share.
4
Hold your device and the receiving device back to back so that the NFC detection
areas of each device touch each other. When the devices connect, a thumbnail of
the track appears.
5
Tap the thumbnail to start the transfer.
6
When the transfer is done, the photo or video is displayed on the screen of the
receiving device. At the same time, the item is saved on the receiving device.
To Share a Web Address with Another Device Using NFC
1
Be sure both devices have the NFC function turned on, and both screens are
active.
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
To open the web browser, find and tap .
4
Load the webpage you want to share.
5
Hold your device and the receiving device back to back so that the NFC detection
areas of each device touch each other. When the devices connect, a thumbnail
appears.
6
Tap the thumbnail to start the transfer.
7
When the transfer is done, the webpage is displayed on the screen of the
receiving device.
Scanning NFC tags
Your device can scan various kinds of NFC tags. For example, it can scan embedded
tags on a poster, on a billboard advertisement, or beside a product in a retail store. You
can receive additional information, such as a web address.
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To scan an NFC tag
1
Make sure that your device has the NFC function turned on and that the screen is
active.
2
Place your device over the tag so that the NFC detection area touches it. Your
device scans the tag and displays the content collected. Tap the content of the
tag to open it.
3
To open the tag, tap it.
Connecting to an NFC compatible device
You can connect your device to other NFC compatible devices produced by Sony, such
as a speaker or a headphone. When establishing this kind of connection, refer to the
User guide of the compatible device for more information.
You may need to have Wi-Fi® or Bluetooth® activated on both devices for the connection to
work.
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
Use the Bluetooth® function to send files to other Bluetooth® -compatible devices, or to
connect to handsfree accessories. Bluetooth® connections work better within 10 meters
(33 feet), with no solid objects in between. In some cases you have to manually pair your
device with other Bluetooth® devices.
Interoperability and compatibility among Bluetooth® devices can vary.
If you are using a device with multiple users, each user can change the Bluetooth® settings,
and the changes affect all users.
To Turn on the Bluetooth® Function
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth.
3
Tap the on-off switch beside Bluetooth so the Bluetooth® function is turned on.
Your device is now visible to nearby devices and a list of available Bluetooth
devices appears.
®
Naming your device
You can give your device a name. This name is shown to other devices after you have
turned on the Bluetooth® function and your device is set to visible.
To Give Your Device a Name
1
Be sure the Bluetooth® function is turned on.
2
From your Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth.
4
Tap > Rename this device.
5
Enter a name for your device.
6
Tap Rename.
Pairing with another Bluetooth® device
When you pair your device with another device, you can, for example, connect your
device to a Bluetooth® headset or a Bluetooth® car kit and use these other devices to
share music.
Once you pair your device with another Bluetooth® device, your device remembers this
pairing. When pairing your device with a Bluetooth® device, you may need to enter a
passcode. Your device will automatically try the generic passcode 0000. If this does not
work, refer to the user guide for your Bluetooth® device to get the device passcode. You
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do not need to re-enter the passcode the next time you connect to a previously paired
Bluetooth® device.
Some Bluetooth® devices, for example, most Bluetooth® headsets, require you to both pair
and connect with the other device.
You can pair your device with several Bluetooth® devices, but you can only connect to one
Bluetooth® profile at the same time.
To pair your device with another Bluetooth® device
1
Make sure the device you want to pair with has the Bluetooth® function activated
and is visible to other Bluetooth® devices.
2
From your device’s Homescreen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth .
4
Drag the slider beside Bluetooth to turn on the Bluetooth® function. A list of
available Bluetooth® devices appears.
5
Tap the Bluetooth® device you want to pair with.
6
Enter a passcode, if required, or confirm the same passcode on both devices.
To connect your device to another Bluetooth® device
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth.
3
Tap the Bluetooth® device you want to connect to.
To Unpair a Bluetooth® Device
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth.
3
Under Paired devices, tap beside the name of the device you want to unpair.
4
Tap Forget.
Sending and receiving items using Bluetooth® technology
Share items with other Bluetooth® compatible devices such as phones or computers.
You can send and receive several kinds of items using the Bluetooth® function, such as:
•
Photos and videos
•
Music and other audio files
•
Contacts
•
Web pages
To Send Items Using Bluetooth™
1
In the receiving device, make sure the Bluetooth™ device you want to send the
item to has Bluetooth™ turned on and is visible to other Bluetooth™ devices.
2
In the sending device, open the application which contains the item you want to
send and scroll to the item.
3
Depending on the application and the item you want to send, you may need to
touch and hold the item, open the item, or press . Other ways to send an item
may exist.
4
Select a share or send menu item.
5
In the menu that appears, select Bluetooth.
6
Turn on Bluetooth™, if you are asked to do so.
7
Tap the name of the receiving device.
8
Receiving device: If asked, accept the connection.
9
If asked, enter the same passcode on both devices, or confirm the suggested
passcode.
10
Receiving device: Accept the incoming item. If needed, drag the status bar
dow nward to find the notification.
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To receive items using Bluetooth
1
Make sure that the Bluetooth® function is on and is visible to other Bluetooth
®
devices.
2
The sending device now starts sending data to your device.
3
If prompted, enter the same passcode on both devices, or confirm the suggested
passcode.
4
When you are notified of an incoming file to your device, drag the status bar
dow nward and tap the notification to accept the file transfer.
5
Tap Accept to start the file transfer.
6
To view the progress of the transfer, drag the status bar downward.
7
To open a received item, drag the status bar downward and tap the relevant
notification.
To view files you have received using Bluetooth®
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth.
3
Press and select Show received files.
®
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Smart apps and features that save you time
Controlling Accessories and Settings with Smart Connect™
Use the Smart Connect™ application to set what happens in your device when you
connect or disconnect an accessory. For example, you can decide to always start the
FM radio application when you connect a headset.
You can also use Smart Connect™ to set a specific action or a group of actions to
launch on your device at certain times of the day. For example, when you connect your
headset between 7 am and 9 am, you can decide that:
•
the FM radio application starts;
•
your favorite social networking app opens, for example, Facebook;
With Smart Connect™, you can also manage accessories such as Xperia™ SmartTags
or a watch from the Sony SmartWatch series. Refer to the User guide of the specific
accessory for more information.
If you are using a device with multiple users, you must log in as the owner, that is, the primary
user, to use the Smart Connect™ application.
1 Tap to d isplay available accessories
2 Tap to d isplay all events
3 Add an accessory or an event
4 View menu options
5 Tap to activate an event
6 Tap to view d etails of an event
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To Create a Smart Connect™ Event
1
From your Homescreen, tap , then find and tap .
2
If you are opening Smart Connect™ for the first time, tap OK to close the
introduction screen.
3
On the Events tab, tap .
4
If you are creating an event for the first time, tap OK again to close the
introduction screen.
5
Add conditions you want to trigger the event under. A condition could be the
connection with an accessory, or a specific time interval, or both.
6
Tap to continue.
7
Add what you want to happen when you connect an accessory, and set other
settings as desired.
8
Tap to continue.
9
Set an event name, then tap Finish.
To add a Bluetooth® accessory, you have to first pair it with your device.
To Edit a Smart Connect™ Event
1
Start the Smart Connect™ application.
2
On the Events tab, tap an event.
3
If the event is switched off, drag the slider to the right to turn it on.
4
Tap Edit event, then adjust the settings as desired.
To Delete an Event
1
Start the Smart Connect™ application.
2
On the Events tab, touch and hold the event you want to delete, then tap Delete
event.
3
Tap Delete to confirm.
You can also open the event you want to delete, then tap > Delete event > Delete.
Managing Accessories
Use the Smart Connect™ application to manage a range of smart accessories you can
connect to your device, including Xperia™ SmartTags, a SmartWatch series watch, or a
wireless headset from Sony. Smart Connect™ downloads any necessary applications
and also finds third-party applications, when available. Previously connected accessories
are shown in a list that allows you to get more information about the features of each
accessory.
To Pair and Connect an Accessory
1
Start the Smart Connect™ application. If you are opening Smart Connect™ for
the first time, tap OK to close the introduction screen.
2
Tap Accessories, then tap .
3
Turn on the Bluetooth® function if it is not already on, then tap the name of the
accessory that you want to pair and connect with.
4
If required, enter a passcode, or confirm the same passcode on both your device
and the accessory.
To Adjust the Settings for a Connected Accessory
1
Pair and connect the accessory with your device.
2
Start the Smart Connect™ application.
3
Tap Accessories, then tap the name of the connected accessory.
4
Adjust the desired settings.
Using your device as a fitness hub with ANT+™
You can use your device with health and fitness products that also support ANT+™
technology. For example, if you go running with an ANT+™ compatible heart rate
monitor and a foot pod (to measure pace and distance), you can collect all the data from
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the run on your device. You can then analyze your performance and see how you can
improve.
You can download a range of applications from Google Play™ that support ANT+™
sport, fitness, and health devices. For information about ANT+™ compatible products,
go to www.thisisant.com/directory.
Using your device as a wallet
Use your device as a wallet to pay for goods without reaching for your real wallet. All of
your installed payment services are put together to be viewed and managed. Note that
when making a payment, you must first turn on the NFC function before your device
NFC
touches a card reader. For more information about NFC, see
Mobile payment services may not yet be available in all regions.
To manage payment services
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Tap & pay. A list of payment services appears.
3
Manage the payment services as desired, for example, change your default
payment service.
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Travel and maps
Using location services
Location services allow applications such as Maps and the camera to use information
from Wi-Fi® networks as well as Global Positioning System (GPS) information to
determine your approximate location. If you're not within a clear line of sight to GPS
satellites, your device can determine your location using the Wi-Fi® function.
In order to use your device to find out where you are, you need to enable location
services.
To Enable or Disable Location Services
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Location, then tap the on-off switch accordingly to enable
or disable location services.
3
If you selected to enable location services in step 2, tap Agree to confirm.
Improving GPS Accuracy
The first time you use the GPS function in your device, it can take a few minutes for your
location to be found. To help the search, make sure you have a clear view of the sky.
Stand still and don't cover the GPS antenna (the highlighted area in the image). GPS
signals can pass through clouds and plastic, but not through most solid objects such as
buildings and mountains. If your location isn't found after a few minutes, move to another
location.
Google Maps™ and navigation
Use Google Maps™ to track your current location, view real-time traffic situations, and
receive detailed directions to your destination.
The Google Maps™ application requires Internet connection when used online. To get
more detailed information about how to use this application, go to
http:/ / support.google.com and click the “Maps for mobile” link.
The Google Maps™ application may not be available in every market, country, or region.
To Use Google Maps™
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Maps.
Using your device with a car infotainment system
Connect your device to a MirrorLink™ certified car infotainment system using a USB
cable to, for example, use a navigation app or play music from your device while driving.
The car infotainment system mirrors all features on your device and gives you access to
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