User guide
™
Xperia
E5803/E5823
Z5 Compact
Contents
Getting started............................................................................... 5
About this User guide........................................................................ 5
Overview............................................................................................ 5
Assembly........................................................................................... 6
Screen protection...............................................................................7
Starting your device for the first time.................................................8
Why do I need a Google™ account?.................................................8
Device security.............................................................................10
Making sure your device is protected..............................................10
Screen lock...................................................................................... 10
Fingerprint Manager.........................................................................12
Unlocking your device automatically............................................... 12
SIM card protection......................................................................... 16
Finding the identification number of your device.............................17
Finding a lost device ....................................................................... 18
Learning the basics...................................................................... 20
Home screen....................................................................................20
Application screen........................................................................... 21
Widgets............................................................................................22
Shortcuts and folders...................................................................... 23
Taking a screenshot......................................................................... 24
Recording your screen.....................................................................24
Notifications..................................................................................... 25
Icons in the status bar..................................................................... 27
Battery and maintenance............................................................. 30
Charging your device.......................................................................30
Battery and power management..................................................... 31
Updating your device.......................................................................33
Maintenance using a computer....................................................... 34
Storage and memory....................................................................... 35
Backing up and restoring content....................................................36
Internet and networks.................................................................. 40
Internet and MMS settings ............................................................. 40
Wi-Fi.................................................................................................40
Sharing your mobile data connection.............................................. 43
Synchronising data on your device..............................................45
Synchronising with online accounts................................................ 45
Basic settings...............................................................................46
Accessing settings...........................................................................46
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Volume settings................................................................................46
Do not disturb mode........................................................................ 47
Screen settings................................................................................ 48
Application settings......................................................................... 50
Resetting your applications............................................................. 51
Enhancing the sound output............................................................52
Typing text....................................................................................53
Personalising the on-screen keyboard............................................ 53
Calling.......................................................................................... 55
Making calls..................................................................................... 55
Restricting calls................................................................................56
Contacts.......................................................................................58
Adding and editing contacts............................................................58
Transferring contacts....................................................................... 59
Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application................... 60
Email.............................................................................................61
Setting up email............................................................................... 61
Music and FM radio..................................................................... 62
Transferring music to your device....................................................62
Camera.........................................................................................63
Taking photos and recording videos................................................63
General camera settings.................................................................. 64
Still camera settings.........................................................................69
Connectivity................................................................................. 73
Mirroring the screen of your device on a TV using a cable..............73
Mirroring the screen of your device wirelessly on a TV................... 73
Connecting your device to USB accessories.................................. 74
NFC..................................................................................................74
Bluetooth® wireless technology......................................................76
Travel and maps........................................................................... 79
Using location services.................................................................... 79
Smart apps and features that save you time............................... 80
Google Search & Now......................................................................80
Clock and Calendar......................................................................81
Calendar...........................................................................................81
Clock................................................................................................82
Accessibility................................................................................. 85
Magnification gesture...................................................................... 85
Font size...........................................................................................85
Display size...................................................................................... 85
Colour correction............................................................................. 85
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TalkBack...........................................................................................85
Mono audio...................................................................................... 86
TTY (Teletypewriter) mode............................................................... 86
Switch Access................................................................................. 86
Support and legal.........................................................................88
Support application......................................................................... 88
Help in menus and applications.......................................................88
Running diagnostic tests on your device.........................................88
Restarting, resetting and repairing...................................................88
Using your device in wet and dusty conditions............................... 90
Warranty, SAR and usage guidelines...............................................91
Legal information............................................................................. 91
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Getting started
About this User guide
This is the Xperia™ Z5 Compact User guide for the Android™ 7.1.1 software version.
If you're not sure which software version your device is running, you can check it in
the Settings menu.
System and application updates can present the features in your device in another way than
described in this User guide. The Android™ version might not be affected in an update. For
more information about software updates, see
To check the current software version of your device
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find Settings > About phone > Android™ version.
To find the model number and name of your device
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap
The device model number and name are displayed.
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.
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Limitations to services and features
Some of the services and features described in this User guide may not be supported
in all countries or regions, or by all networks or service providers. The GSM
International Emergency Number can always be used in all countries, regions,
networks and by all service providers, provided that the device is connected to the
mobile network. Please contact your network operator or service provider to
determine the availability of any specific service or feature and whether additional
access or usage fees apply.
The use of certain features and applications described in this guide may require
access to the internet. You may incur data connection charges when you connect to
the internet with your device. Contact your wireless service provider for more
information.
Updating your device
on page 33.
Overview
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1. Front camera lens
2. Headset jack
3. Ear speaker/Second loudspeaker
4. Second microphone
5. Proximity/Light sensor
6. Charging/Notification light
7. Power key/Fingerprint sensor*
8. Volume/Zoom key
9. Camera key
10. Main microphone
Assembly
Your device only supports nano SIM cards.
11. Charger/USB cable port
12. Main loudspeaker
13. Wi-Fi/Bluetooth antenna area
14. Main camera lens
15. Main camera light
16. GPS antenna area
17. NFC™ detection area
18. Nano SIM/Memory card slot cover
19. Strap hole
To insert the nano SIM card
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1
With the device facing down, open the cover for the nano SIM and memory
card tray.
2
Drag out the tray using your fingernail.
3
Place the nano SIM card in the correct slot in the tray, then reinsert the tray..
4
Close the cover.
If you insert a nano SIM card while the device is powered on, the device restarts automatically.
To insert a memory card
1
Turn off your device.
2
With the device screen facing down, open the cover for the nano SIM card and
memory card tray.
3
Drag out the tray using your fingernail.
4
Place the memory card in the correct slot in the tray, then reinsert the tray.
5
Close the cover.
If you drag out the tray when the device is powered on, the device restarts automatically.
To remove the nano SIM card
1
Open the cover for the nano SIM card and memory card slots.
2
Using a fingernail or other similar object, drag out the nano SIM card tray.
3
Remove the nano SIM card, then re-insert the tray.
4
Close the cover.
To remove a memory card
1
Turn off your device.
2
With the device facing down, open the cover for the nano SIM card and
memory card tray.
3
Drag out the tray using your fingernail.
4
Remove the memory card, then reinsert the tray
5
Close the cover.
Screen protection
Before using your device, remove the transparent protection
protruding tab.
It is recommended to protect your device with a Sony-branded screen cover or
protector intended for your Xperia™ model. The use of third party screen protection
accessories may prevent your device from working by covering sensors, lenses,
speakers, or microphones and it can invalidate the warranty.
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film by pulling up on the
Starting your device for the first time
It is recommended that you charge the battery for at least 30 minutes before starting
up your device for the first time. You can still use your device while it is charging, see
Charging your device
The first time you start your device, a setup guide helps you to configure basic
settings, personalise your device and sign in to your accounts, for example a
Google™ account.
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.
on page 30.
1
Press and hold down the power key
2
Enter your SIM card PIN when requested, then tap .
3
Wait a while for the device to start.
Your SIM card PIN is initially supplied by your network operator, but you can change it later
from the Settings menu. To correct a mistake made while entering your SIM card PIN, tap .
until the device vibrates.
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 enables you to do all of
the following:
•
Download and install applications from Google Play™.
•
Synchronise your email, contacts and calendar using Gmail™.
•
Chat with friends using the Hangouts™ application.
•
Synchronise your browsing history and bookmarks using the Google Chrome™ web
browser.
•
Identify yourself as the authorised user after a software repair using Xperia™
Companion.
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Remotely find, lock or clear a lost or stolen device using the my Xperia™ or
Android™ Device Manager services.
For more information about Android™ and Google™, go to
http://support.google.com
It is crucial that you remember your Google™ account username and password. In some
situations, you may need to identify yourself for security reasons using your Google™ account.
If you fail to give your Google™ username and password in such situations, your device is
locked. Also, if you have more than one Google™ account, make sure to enter the details for
the relevant account.
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To set up a Google™ account on your device
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Accounts & sync > 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. Alternatively, you can go online and create an account at
www.google.com/accounts
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To remove a Google™ account
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Tap Settings > Accounts & sync > Google.
3
Select the Google™ account that you want to remove.
4
Tap
> Remove account.
5
Tap Remove account again to confirm.
If you remove your Google™ account, any security features that are linked to your Google™
account will no longer be available.
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Device security
Making sure your device is protected
Your device includes several security options, strongly recommended in case of loss
or theft.
These options are as follows:
•
Set a secure screen lock on your device using a PIN, password or pattern to prevent
anyone from accessing or resetting your device.
•
Add a Google™ account to prevent others from using your device if it gets stolen or
wiped.
•
Activate either the “Protection by my Xperia” or the Android™ Device Manager web
service. Using one of these services, you can remotely locate, lock or clear a lost
device.
Verifying the ownership of your device
Certain protection features require you to either unlock your screen with your PIN,
password, pattern, or enter your Google™ account information. Below are examples
of protection features and some of the required credentials:
Factory Data
Reset
protection
Protection by
my Xperia
You must unlock your screen before you are allowed to perform a
Factory Data Reset.
If you remotely reset your device using this service, you must enter
the username and password for a Google™ account associated with
the service. The device must be connected to the internet before the
setup process can be completed. Otherwise, you will not be able to
use your device after the reset.
Android™
Device
Manager
If you remotely reset your device using this service, you must enter
the username and password for a Google™ account. The device must
be connected to the internet before the setup process can be
completed. Otherwise, you will not be able to use your device after
the reset.
Software repair
If you use the Xperia™ Companion software to perform a software
repair, you’re asked to enter your Google™ account username and
password when you start the device after the repair is complete.
For Android™ Device Manager, it is necessary to enter information from a Google™ account.
This can be any Google™ account which you have set up on the device as an owner. If you
cannot provide the relevant account information during a setup process, you won't be able to
use the device at all.
Screen lock
Fingerprint functionality is not available in the US market.
There are several screen lock options available. The security level of each lock type is
listed below in order of weakest to strongest:
•
Swipe: no protection, but you have quick access to the Home screen.
•
Pattern: draw a simple pattern with your finger to unlock your device.
•
PIN: enter a numeric PIN of at least four digits to unlock your device.
•
Password: enter an alpha-numeric password to unlock your device.
•
Fingerprint: place your registered finger on the power key to unlock your device.
It is very important that you remember your screen lock pattern, PIN or password. If
you forget this information, it may not be possible to restore important data such as
contacts and messages. If you have set up a Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®
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(EAS) account on your Xperia™ device, the EAS security settings may limit the lock
screen type to only a PIN or password. This occurs when your network administrator
specifies a lock screen type for all EAS accounts for enterprise security reasons.
Contact the network administrator of your company or organisation to check what
network security policies are implemented for mobile devices. Fingerprint
functionality is not available in the United States.
For more settings for each screen lock type tap beside Screen lock.
To change your screen lock type
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Screen lock.
3
Follow the instructions on your device.
.
To create a screen lock pattern
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Screen lock > Pattern.
3
Follow the instructions on your device.
If you enter an incorrect lock pattern five times in a row, you must wait 30 seconds before
trying again.
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To change the screen lock pattern
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings> Lock screen & 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 Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Screen lock > PIN.
3
Enter a numeric PIN, then tap Continue.
4
Re-enter and confirm your PIN, then tap OK.
To create a screen lock password
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Screen lock > Password.
3
Follow the instructions on your device.
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To activate the Swipe unlock function
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Screen lock.
3
Draw your screen unlock pattern, or enter your PIN or password depending on
which of these screen lock types is enabled.
4
Tap Swipe, then tap YES, REMOVE.
Fingerprint unlock
Fingerprint functionality is not available in the US market.
You can use your fingerprint to quickly unlock your device. To use this feature, you
need to register a fingerprint and enable this feature in the Fingerprint Manager first.
The pattern, PIN or password screen lock you set up serves as a backup unlock
method if you enable the Fingerprint unlock option.
Selecting other screen lock types will clear all
fingerprint settings.
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To unlock the device using your fingerprint
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With the lock screen active, place your finger on the power key so that the
device can scan your fingerprint and unlock the screen. Make sure that you
use a finger that you have registered in Fingerprint Manager.
If you fail to unlock the screen using your fingerprint after five attempts, you can use your
backup pattern, PIN or password instead.
Fingerprint Manager
Fingerprint functionality is not available in the US market.
Fingerprint Manager registers fingerprint information that can be used as an
additional security method for unlocking your device or authenticating purchases.
You are allowed to register a maximum of 5 fingerprints on your device.
Before using the Fingerprint sensor, make sure the sensor is clean and without any visible
moisture.
To register a fingerprint for the first time
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Fingerprint Manager.
3
Tap Continue, then confirm your pattern, PIN or password if prompted.
4
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete fingerprint registration.
When registering a
or password as a security backup if you have not already done so.
The fingerprint sensor is on the power key and not on the screen of your device. Before using
the Fingerprint sensor, make sure the sensor is clean and without any visible moisture.
fingerprint for the first time, you are also prompted to set up a pattern, PIN
To register additional fingerprints
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Fingerprint Manager.
3
Confirm your pattern, PIN or password.
4
Tap , then follow the on-screen instructions.
To delete a registered fingerprint
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Fingerprint Manager.
3
Tap the registered fingerprint, then tap DELETE > DELETE.
To rename a registered fingerprint
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Fingerprint Manager.
3
Tap a registered fingerprint in the list and then enter a fingerprint name.
4
Tap OK.
Unlocking your device automatically
The Smart Lock feature may not be available in every market, country or region.
The Smart Lock feature makes unlocking your device easier by letting you set it to
unlock automatically in certain situations. You can keep your device unlocked, for
example, when it’s connected to a Bluetooth® device or when you’re carrying it with
you.
You can set Smart Lock to keep your device unlocked using the following settings:
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Trusted face: Unlock your device by looking at it.
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Trusted voice: Set up voice recognition to search in any screen.
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Trusted devices: Keep your device unlocked when a trusted Bluetooth® or NFC
device is connected.
•
Trusted places: Keep your device unlocked when you're in a trusted location.
•
On-body detection: Keep your device unlocked when you're carrying your device with
you.
You have to manually unlock your device when you don't use it for 4 hours and after
you restart it.
The Smart Lock feature is developed by Google™ and the exact functionality may change over
time due to updates from Google™.
To enable Smart Lock
1
Set a pattern, PIN or password as a screen lock if you have not already done
so.
2
From your Home screen, tap
3
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Trust agents.
4
Tap the Smart Lock (Google) slider to enable the function.
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 these credentials
.
whenever you want to change your Smart Lock settings.
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Select a Smart Lock type.
To set up trusted face
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Smart Lock > Trusted face.
3
Tap SET UP > NEXT, follow the instructions on your device.
.
To set up trusted voice
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Smart Lock > Trusted voice.
3
Follow the instruction on your device.
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Keeping your device unlocked while you’re carrying it
Using the On-body detection feature, you can keep your device unlocked while
you're carrying it in your hand or in a pocket or bag. The accelerometer in your device
keeps your device unlocked while it senses that it's being carried. The device locks
when the accelerometer detects that the device has been put down.
When you use the On-body detection feature, you need to be aware of the following
behaviours:
•
Any time you put your device down and it senses that it's no longer being carried, it
locks automatically.
•
The device can take up to one minute to lock.
•
After you get into a car, bus, train or other land vehicle, your device can take between
5 and 10 minutes to lock.
•
Note that when you get on an airplane or a boat (or another non-land based vehicle),
your device may not lock automatically, so make sure to lock it manually if needed.
•
When you pick up your device again or get out of the vehicle, just unlock it once and
your device then stays unlocked for as long as you have it on you.
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.
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To enable or disable On-body detection
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Smart Lock > On-body
detection.
3
Tap the slider to enable the function, then tap CONTINUE. To disable the
function tap the slider beside On.
Connecting to trusted devices
You can designate a connected device as trusted and keep your Xperia™ device
unlocked while connected. If you have a device that you connect to regularly using
Bluetooth® or NFC, for example, a home entertainment system or a fitness tracker,
you can add it as a trusted device and bypass the added security of the lock screen
to save time. This feature is suitable if you’re normally in a relatively secure place
when you use these devices. In some cases, you may still need to manually unlock
your device before a trusted device can be connected.
It is not recommended to add devices that are constantly connected to your device as trusted
devices, for example, Bluetooth® keyboards or cases.
As soon as a trusted device is switched off or moves out of range, your screen locks and you
need your PIN, pattern or password to unlock it.
To add a trusted Bluetooth® device
1
Make sure your device is paired and connected to the Bluetooth® device that
you want to add as a trusted device.
2
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Smart Lock.
3
In the Smart lock menu tap Trusted devices > ADD TRUSTED DEVICE >
Bluetooth
4
Tap a device name to select it from the list of connected and paired devices,
then tap YES, ADD
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 Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Smart Lock > Trusted
.
devices.
3
Tap the device that you want to remove.
4
Tap Remove trusted device.
To add a trusted NFC device
1
Make sure your device is paired and connected to the Bluetooth® device that
you want to add as a trusted device.
2
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Smart Lock.
3
Tap Trusted devices > ADD TRUSTED DEVICE > NFC.
4
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Making sure you're secure when using trusted devices
Different Bluetooth® devices support different Bluetooth® standards and security
capabilities. There's a possibility that someone could keep your Xperia™ device
unlocked by imitating your Bluetooth® connection, even if your trusted device is no
longer nearby. Your device is not always able to determine whether your connection
is secure from someone trying to imitate it.
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When your device can't determine whether you're using a secure connection, you'll
get a notification on your Xperia™ device and may need to manually unlock it before
the trusted device can keep it unlocked.
Bluetooth® connectivity range can vary depending on factors like the model of your device,
the connected Bluetooth® device, and your environment. Depending on these factors,
Bluetooth® connections can work over distances up to 100 metres.
Connecting to trusted places
When the Trusted places feature is set up, the lock screen security on your Xperia™
device gets disabled when you are in a designated trusted location. For this feature to
work, you must have an internet connection (preferably over Wi-Fi) and allow your
device to use your current location.
To set up trusted places, first make sure that high accuracy location mode or batterysaving location mode is enabled on your device before you add home or custom
locations.
The exact dimensions of a trusted location are an estimate and may extend beyond the
physical walls of your home or other areas that you have added as a trusted locations. This
feature can keep your device unlocked within a radius of up to 80 metres. Also be aware that
location signals can be replicated or manipulated. Someone with access to specialised
equipment could unlock your device.
To add your home location
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Location, then tap the slider to enable location
services.
3
Tap Mode, then choose High accuracy or Battery saving Location mode.
4
From your Home screen, tap .
5
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Smart Lock > Trusted places
> Home.
6
To enter the desired location type the address in the search bar. Your device
searches for the entered location.
To edit your home location
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Location, then tap the slider to enable location
services.
3
Tap Mode, then choose High accuracy or Battery saving Location mode.
4
From your Home screen, tap .
5
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Smart Lock > Trusted places.
6
Select your home location.
7
Tap Edit.
8
In the search bar, enter the location that you want to use as your home
location.
If other residences share your street address, you can add the actual location of your home
within the building complex as a custom place.
To remove your home location
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Smart Lock > Trusted places
> Home.
3
Tap Edit > .
Using custom locations
You can add any location as a trusted, custom place where your device can remain
unlocked.
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To add a custom place
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Location, then tap the slider to enable location
services.
3
Tap Mode, then choose High accuracy or Battery saving Location mode.
4
From your Home screen, tap .
5
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Smart Lock > Trusted places.
6
Tap Add trusted place.
7
To use your current location as a custom place, tap Select this location.
8
Alternatively, to enter another location, tap the
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, drag the
location pin to the desired location, then tap Select this location.
To edit a custom place
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Location, then tap the slider to enable location
services.
3
Tap Mode, then choose High accuracy or Battery saving Location mode.
4
From your Home screen, tap
5
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Smart Lock > Trusted places.
6
Select the place that you want to edit.
7
Tap Edit Address.
8
To enter another location, tap the 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, then tap Select this location.
.
.
and type the address. Your
To remove a custom place
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Location, then tap the slider to enable location
services.
3
Tap Mode, then choose High accuracy or Battery saving Location mode.
4
From your Home screen, tap
5
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Smart Lock > Trusted places.
6
Select the place that you want to remove.
7
Tap Delete.
.
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SIM card protection
You can lock and unlock each SIM card that you use in your device with a PIN
(Personal Identification Number). When a SIM card is locked, the subscription linked
to the card is protected against misuse, meaning that you have to enter a PIN every
time you start your device.
If you enter the PIN incorrectly too many times, your SIM card will get blocked. You
then need to enter your PUK (Personal Unblocking Key) and a new PIN. Your PIN and
PUK are supplied by your network operator.
To set up or remove a SIM card lock
1
From the Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Set up SIM card lock.
3
Tap the Lock SIM card slider to enable or disable the SIM card lock.
4
Enter the SIM card PIN and tap OK. The SIM card lock is now active and you
will be prompted to enter the PIN every time you restart the device.
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To change the SIM card PIN
1
From the Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Set up SIM card lock.
3
Tap Change SIM PIN.
4
Enter the old SIM card PIN and tap OK.
5
Enter the new SIM card PIN and tap OK.
6
Re-type the new SIM card PIN and tap OK.
To unlock a blocked SIM card using the PUK code
1
Enter the PUK code and tap
2
Enter a new PIN code and tap .
3
Re-enter the new PIN code and tap .
If you enter an incorrect PUK code too many times, you need to contact your network operator
to get a new SIM card.
.
Finding the identification number of your device
Your device has a unique identification number. This number is referred to as the IMEI
(International Mobile Equipment Identity). You should keep a copy of this number.
You may require it, for example, when you access the Xperia™ Care support service
to register your device. Also, if your device is stolen, some network providers can use
this number to stop the device from accessing the network in your country or region.
To view your IMEI number on the label strip
1
Open the cover for the nano SIM and memory card slot.
2
Remove the SIM/ Memory Card tray. Place a fingernail or other object with a
long, fine tip under the edge of the label strip, then drag the strip outwards.
The IMEI number is displayed on the strip.
You can also view the IMEI number by opening the phone dialer and entering
To view your IMEI number via the device settings
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > About phone > Status > IMEI information.
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Finding a lost device
If you have a Google™ account, the “Protection by my Xperia” web service can help
you locate and secure your device if you ever lose it. If you have activated this service
on your device, you can:
•
Locate your device on a map.
•
Sound an alert even if the device is in Do not disturb mode.
•
Remotely lock the device and make the device display your contact details to anyone
who finds it.
•
Remotely clear the internal and external memory of the device as a last resort.
If you’ve cleared the internal memory of the device using the “Protection by my Xperia” web
service, you must sign in to a Google™ account that was previously synced on this device the
next time you turn on the device.
The “Protection by my Xperia” service may not be available in all countries or regions.
To activate Protection by my Xperia
1
Make sure you have an active data connection, and enable location services
on your device.
2
From your Home screen, tap .
3
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Protection by my Xperia >
Activate.
4
Mark the checkbox to agree to the terms and conditions of the service, then
tap ACCEPT.
5
If prompted, sign in to your Google™ account, or create a new account if you
don’t already have one.
6
To verify that Protection by my Xperia can locate your device, go to
myxperia.sonymobile.com
If you are sharing a device with multiple users, note that the Protection by my Xperia service is
only available to the user who is logged in as the owner.
and sign in to your Google™ account.
Finding a lost device using Android™ Device Manager
Google™ offers a location and security web service called Android™ Device
Manager. You can use it in parallel with, or as an alternative to, the Protection by my
Xperia service. If you lose your device, you can use Android™ Device Manager to:
•
Find and show where your device is located.
•
Ring or lock your device, erase everything on it, or add a phone number to the lock
screen.
For additional information about Android™ Device Manager, go to
www.support.google.com
.
Android™ Device Manager does not work if your device is turned off or if it does not have a
connection to the internet. The Android™ Device Manager service may not be available in all
countries or regions.
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To activate Android™ Device Manager
1
If you are sharing a device with multiple users, make sure that you are logged
in as the owner.
2
Make sure that you have an active data connection and that location services
are enabled.
3
From your Home screen, tap .
4
Find and tap Settings > Google > Security.
5
Tap the sliders beside Remotely locate this device and Allow remote lock and
erase to enable both functions.
6
If prompted, agree to the terms and conditions by tapping Activate this device
administrator.
7
To verify that Android™ Device Manager can locate your device after you
activate the service, go to
www.android.com/devicemanager
and sign in using
your Google™ account.
You can also activate Android™ Device Manager from Lock screen & security under Device
administrators.
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Learning the basics
Home screen
The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. It's similar to the desktop
on a computer screen. Your Home screen can have up to twenty 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 is currently displayed.
1 Welcome to Xperia™ widget — Tap to open the widget and select a task such as copying content
from your old device or setting up Xperia™ services
2 Dots — Represents the number of Home screen panes
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 twenty panes)
and delete panes. You can also set the pane that you want to use as the main Home
screen pane.
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To set a pane as the main Home screen pane
1
Touch and hold any area on your Home screen until the device vibrates.
2
Flick left or right to browse to the pane that you want to set as your main Home
screen pane, then tap in the top left corner of the screen.
When Google Search & Now is enabled, the left-most pane is reserved for this service and the
main Home screen pane cannot be changed. For more information, see
on page 80.
Google Search & Now
To add a pane to your Home screen
1
Touch and hold any area on your Home screen until the device vibrates.
2
Flick the panes all the way to the right or left, then tap .
When Google Search & Now is enabled, the left-most pane is reserved for this service and
additional panes cannot be added to the left. For more information, see
on page 80.
Google Search & Now
To delete a pane from your Home screen
1
Touch and hold any area on your Home screen until the device vibrates.
2
Flick left or right to browse to the pane that you want to delete, then tap
on
the top right corner of the pane.
Home screen settings
To disable or uninstall an application from the Home screen
Disabling a pre-installed app deletes all data, but the app can be enabled again from
> Apps. Only downloaded apps can be fully uninstalled.
1
Touch and hold any area on your Home screen until the device vibrates.
2
Flick left or right to browse the panes. All applications that can be disabled or
uninstalled are indicated by
3
Tap the relevant application, then tap Disable if the app came pre-installed on
.
your device or OK if the app was downloaded and you would like to uninstall it.
To adjust the size of icons on your Home screen
1
Touch and hold any area on your Home screen until the device vibrates, then
.
tap
2
Tap Icon size, then select an option.
Application screen
The Application screen, which you open from the Home screen, contains the
applications that come pre-installed on your device as well as applications that you
download.
Settings
To view all applications on the Application screen
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Flick left or right on the Application screen.
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To enable or disable the recommended apps listings
The first time you access the application screen you get the option to enable or
disable recommended apps listings. You can also enable or disable this feature later
by following the steps below:
1
Touch and hold any area on your Home screen until the device vibrates, then
tap .
2
Tap the App recommendations slider.
To open an application from the Application screen
•
When the Application screen is open, flick left or right to find the application,
and then tap the application.
To search for an application from the Application screen
1
When the Application screen is open, tap Search applications or simply swipe
down on the Application screen or Home screen.
2
Enter the name of the application that 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 the device
vibrates, then drag the icon to the top of the screen. The Home screen opens.
2
Drag the icon to the desired location on the Home screen, then release it.
To move an application on the Application screen
1
When the Application screen is open, tap .
2
Make sure that Own order is selected under Sort apps.
3
Touch and hold the application until the device vibrates, then drag it to the new
location.
To disable or uninstall an application from the Application screen
Disabling a pre-installed app deletes all data, but the app can be enabled again from
> Apps. Only downloaded apps can be fully uninstalled.
1
Touch and hold any area on the Application screen until the device vibrates. All
applications that can be disabled or uninstalled are then indicated by .
2
Tap the relevant application, then tap DISABLE if the app came pre-installed
on your device or OK if the app was downloaded and you would like to
uninstall it.
Widgets
Widgets are small applications that you can use directly on your Home screen. They
also function as shortcuts. For example, the Weather widget allows you to see basic
weather information directly on your Home screen. When you tap the widget, the full
Weather application opens. You can download additional widgets from Google
Play™.
Settings
To add a widget to the Home screen
1
Touch and hold any empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates,
then tap Widgets.
2
Find and tap the widget that you want to add.
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To resize a widget
1
Touch and hold a widget until the device vibrates, then release it. If the widget
can be resized, for example, the Calendar widget, then a highlighted frame and
resizing dots appear.
2
Drag the dots inward or outward to shrink or expand the widget.
3
To confirm the new size of the widget, tap anywhere on the Home screen.
To move a widget
•
Touch and hold the widget until the device vibrates, then drag it to the new
location.
To remove a widget
•
Touch and hold the widget until the device vibrates, then drag it to Remove
from home screen.
Shortcuts and folders
Use shortcuts and folders to manage your applications and keep your Home screen
tidy.
1 Access an application using a shortcut
2 Access a folder containing applications
To add an application shortcut to your Home screen
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen.
2
In the customisation menu, tap Widgets > Shortcuts.
3
Scroll through the list and select an application. The selected application gets
added to the Home screen.
To move an item on the Home screen
•
Touch and hold the item until the device vibrates, then drag the item to the new
location.
To remove an item from the Home screen
•
Touch and hold the item until the device vibrates, then drag the item to
Remove from home screen on the top of the screen.
To create a folder on the Home screen
•
Touch and hold an application icon or a shortcut until the device vibrates, then
drag and drop it on top of another application icon or shortcut.
To add items to a folder on the Home screen
•
Touch and hold an item until the device vibrates, then drag the item to the
folder.
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To rename a folder on the Home screen
1
Tap the folder to open it.
2
Tap the folder's title bar to show the Folder name field.
3
Enter the new folder name and tap Done.
Taking a screenshot
You can capture still images of any screen on your device as a screenshot.
Screenshots you take are automatically saved in Album.
To take a screenshot
1
Press and hold down the power key until a prompt window appears.
2
.
Tap
You can also take a screenshot by pressing and holding the power key and volume down key
at the same time.
To view your screenshot
1
Double-tap the status bar to display the Notification panel.
2
Tap the screenshot.
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 Minimise/Restore the screen recording window
2 Record your screen
3 Record your screen when the front camera is activated
4 Record your screen with/without audio
5 Access screen recording settings
6 Close the screen recording window
To record your screen
1
Press and hold down the power key until a prompt window appears.
2
Tap .
3
After the screen recording window opens, tap
starts and a timer button is displayed.
4
To stop the recording, tap the timer button, then tap .
. The record screen function
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 .
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To view recent screen recordings
1
Double-tap the status bar to display the Notification panel.
2
Tap the screen recording.
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 lock screen
To open or close the Notification panel
1
To open the Notification panel, drag the status bar downwards, or simply
double-tap it.
2
To close the Notification panel, drag or flick the panel upwards.
After opening the
status bar down again.
Notification panel, you can access the Quick settings panel by dragging the
To take action on a notification in the Notification panel
•
Tap the notification.
You can directly reply to chat or email messages in the
for notifications, simply swipe left or right on the notification, then tap .
Notification panel. To change settings
To dismiss a notification from the Notification panel
•
Swipe the notification left or right.
notifications can be dismissed.
Not all
To expand a notification on the Notification panel
•
Simply tap to expand and view more information about the notification without
opening the app.
notifications are expandable.
Not all
To clear all notifications from the Notification panel
•
Tap CLEAR ALL.
To take action on a notification from the lock screen
•
Double-tap the notification.
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To dismiss a notification from the lock screen
•
Swipe the notification left or right.
To expand a notification on the lock screen
•
Drag the notification downwards.
Not all notifications are expandable.
Managing notifications on the lock screen
Show all
notification content
Hide sensitive
notification content
Don't show
notifications at all
Get all notifications on the lock screen. When you have this setting turned on, keep
in mind that all content (including the content of incoming emails and chat
messages) will be visible on your lock screen unless you designate the relevant
apps as Hide sensitive content in the App notifications settings menu.
You must have a PIN, password, or pattern set up as your screen lock in order for
this setting to be available. Contents hidden is displayed on the lock screen when
sensitive notifications arrive. For example, you'll get a notification for an incoming
email or chat, but the content won't be visible on your lock screen.
You won't get any notifications on the lock screen.
To select the notifications to display on the lock screen
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Notifications.
3
Tap , and then tap On the lock screen.
4
Select an option.
You can keep
feature, tap the Keep notifications on lock screen slider.
notifications on the lock screen until you swipe to dismiss them. To enable this
Setting the notification level for an app
Block all
Sounds and vibrations off
Interrupts in Priority only
Never receive notifications from the selected app.
Receive notifications but without sound, vibration or peeking into view.
Receive notifications from this app even when Do not disturb is set to Priority
only.
To set the notification level for an app
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Notifications.
3
Select the desired app.
4
Tap the sliders to adjust notification settings as desired.
Notification light
The notification light informs you about battery status and some other events. For
example, a flashing white light means there is a new message or a missed call. The
notification light is enabled by default but can be disabled manually.
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When the notification light is disabled, it only lights up when there is a battery status warning,
for example, when the battery level goes below 15 percent.
To enable or disable the notification light
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Notifications >
3
Tap the slider beside Notification light to enable or disable the function.
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Icons in the status bar
Status icons
No SIM card
Signal strength
No signal
Roaming
Sending and downloading LTE data
Sending and downloading GPRS data
Sending and downloading EDGE data
Sending and downloading 3G data
Sending and downloading HSPA+ data
Mobile data is disabled
A Wi-Fi connection is enabled and data is being transmitted
A Wi-Fi connection is enabled but there is no internet connection.
This icon also appears when you are trying to connect to a secured Wi-Fi
network. After a successful login, the exclamation mark disappears.
If Google™ is blocked in your area, the exclamation mark may appear even
when the device is connected to a Wi-Fi network and there is a working
internet connection.
Battery status
The battery is charging
Airplane mode is activated
The Bluetooth® function is activated
The microphone is muted
The speakerphone is on
Do not disturb mode is activated
Vibrate mode
An alarm is set
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GPS is activated
Synchronisation is ongoing
Problem with sign-in or synchronisation
Depending on your service provider, network 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 Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Display> System icons.
3
Mark the checkboxes for the system icons that you want to appear in the
status bar.
Notification icons
New text message or multimedia message
Ongoing call
Missed call
Call on hold
Call forwarding is turned on
New voicemail message
New email message
Downloading data
Uploading data
Mobile data is disabled
Perform a basic setup of your device
A software update is available
System updates are available
Downloading system updates
Tap to install the downloaded system updates
STAMINA mode is activated
Ultra STAMINA mode is activated
Noise cancelling is on
Screenshot captured
New Hangouts™ chat message
Video chat with friends using the Hangouts™ application
A small app is running
A song is playing
The radio is on
The device is connected to a computer via a USB cable
Internal storage is 75% full. Tap to transfer data to a memory card
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