User guide
Xperia
E6853
™
Z5 Premium
Contents
Getting started............................................................................... 7
About This User Guide........................................................................ 7
Overview.............................................................................................7
Assembly............................................................................................ 8
Screen protection................................................................................9
Starting Your Device for the First Time.................................................9
Why Do I Need a Google™ Account?............................................... 10
Device security.............................................................................12
Making Sure Your Device is Protected...............................................12
Screen Lock......................................................................................12
Fingerprint Manager.......................................................................... 14
Unlocking Your Device Automatically.................................................14
SIM Card Protection..........................................................................18
Finding the Identification Number of Your Device...............................18
Finding a Lost Device ....................................................................... 19
Learning the basics...................................................................... 21
Using the touchscreen...................................................................... 21
Locking and Unlocking the Screen.................................................... 22
Homescreen..................................................................................... 23
Navigating Applications..................................................................... 24
Application screen.............................................................................26
Small Apps........................................................................................27
Widgets............................................................................................ 28
Shortcuts and folders........................................................................29
Background and Themes..................................................................29
Taking a screenshot.......................................................................... 30
Recording your screen...................................................................... 30
Notifications...................................................................................... 31
Icons in the status bar.......................................................................33
Applications Overview....................................................................... 35
Battery and Maintenance............................................................. 37
Charging Your Device........................................................................37
Battery and Power Management.......................................................38
Updating your device........................................................................ 40
Maintenance Using a Computer........................................................ 41
Storage and Memory........................................................................ 42
Backing Up and Restoring Content................................................... 43
Downloading applications............................................................47
Downloading Applications from Google Play™..................................47
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Downloading Applications from Other Sources..................................47
Internet and networks.................................................................. 48
Browsing the web............................................................................. 48
Internet and MMS Settings ...............................................................48
Wi-Fi................................................................................................. 49
Sharing Your Cellular Data Connection..............................................51
Controlling Data Usage..................................................................... 52
Selecting Cellular Networks...............................................................53
Virtual private networks (VPNs)..........................................................54
Synchronizing data on your device..............................................55
Synchronizing with Online Accounts..................................................55
Synchronizing with Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®.....................55
Basic settings...............................................................................57
Accessing settings............................................................................ 57
Volume settings.................................................................................57
Do Not Disturb Mode........................................................................ 58
Screen settings................................................................................. 59
Application settings........................................................................... 61
Resetting Your Applications...............................................................62
Screen Saver.................................................................................... 63
Language settings.............................................................................63
Date and time................................................................................... 63
X-Reality™ for mobile........................................................................64
Super-Vivid Mode..............................................................................64
Enhancing the Sound Output............................................................ 64
Noise cancellation............................................................................. 65
Multiple User Accounts..................................................................... 65
Typing text....................................................................................68
On-Screen Keyboard........................................................................ 68
Phonepad......................................................................................... 69
Entering text using voice input...........................................................70
Editing text........................................................................................70
Personalizing the On-Screen Keyboard............................................. 70
Calling.......................................................................................... 72
Making calls...................................................................................... 72
Receiving calls.................................................................................. 73
Smart call handling............................................................................75
Ongoing calls.................................................................................... 75
Using the Call Log.............................................................................75
Forwarding Calls............................................................................... 76
Restricting calls................................................................................. 76
Multiple Calls.....................................................................................77
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Conference calls............................................................................... 78
Voicemail...........................................................................................78
Emergency calls................................................................................78
Contacts.......................................................................................80
Searching and viewing contacts........................................................80
Adding and editing contacts..............................................................81
Transferring contacts.........................................................................82
Adding Medical and Emergency Contact Information........................ 83
Favorites........................................................................................... 84
Sending contact information..............................................................84
Avoiding Duplicate Entries in the Contacts Application...................... 84
Backing up Contacts.........................................................................85
Messaging and chat.....................................................................86
Reading and sending messages....................................................... 86
Organizing your messages................................................................ 87
Calling from Messaging..................................................................... 87
Messaging settings........................................................................... 88
Instant Messaging and Video Chat.................................................... 88
Email.............................................................................................89
Setting Up Email............................................................................... 89
Sending and Receiving Email Messages........................................... 89
Organizing your email messages....................................................... 90
Email account settings...................................................................... 91
Gmail™.............................................................................................91
Music and FM Radio.................................................................... 93
Transferring Music to Your Device......................................................93
Listening to Music............................................................................. 93
Music Menu...................................................................................... 95
Playlists.............................................................................................95
Sharing music................................................................................... 96
Enhancing the sound........................................................................ 96
Recognizing Music with TrackID™.................................................... 97
Listening to the radio.........................................................................98
Favorite radio channels..................................................................... 99
Radio Sound Settings....................................................................... 99
Camera.......................................................................................100
Taking Photos and Recording Videos.............................................. 100
General camera settings................................................................. 101
Still camera settings........................................................................ 106
Video camera settings.....................................................................109
Photos and videos in Album...................................................... 112
Viewing Photos and Videos.............................................................112
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Sharing and Managing Photos and Videos......................................113
Editing photos with the Photo editor application..............................114
Editing videos with the Video editor application............................... 115
Hiding photos and videos................................................................115
Album Homescreen Menu...............................................................115
Viewing Your Photos on a Map........................................................116
Videos.........................................................................................118
The Video Application..................................................................... 118
Transferring Video Content to Your Device.......................................119
Managing video content..................................................................119
Movie Creator................................................................................. 119
Connectivity............................................................................... 121
Mirroring the Screen of Your Device on a TV Using a Cable.............121
Mirroring the Screen of Your Device Wirelessly on a TV................... 121
Sharing Content with DLNA Certified™ Devices.............................. 122
Connecting Your Device to USB Accessories.................................. 124
Connecting Your Device to a DUALSHOCK™ 4 Wireless Controller 124
NFC................................................................................................ 124
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology.....................................................126
Smart apps and features that save you time............................. 129
Overview of Smart Connect............................................................ 129
Managing Accessories.................................................................... 130
Google Search & Now.....................................................................130
Using the News Suite Application....................................................131
Using your Device as a Wallet......................................................... 131
Travel and maps......................................................................... 132
Using Location Services.................................................................. 132
Google Maps™ and Navigation.......................................................132
Using Data Traffic when Traveling.................................................... 132
Using your device with a car infotainment system............................133
Airplane Mode.................................................................................133
Clock and Calendar....................................................................134
Calendar......................................................................................... 134
Clock.............................................................................................. 135
Accessibility............................................................................... 138
Magnification Gesture..................................................................... 138
Large Text....................................................................................... 138
Display Size.....................................................................................138
Color Correction..............................................................................138
TalkBack......................................................................................... 139
Mono Audio.................................................................................... 139
TTY (Teletypewriter) Mode............................................................... 139
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Switch Access................................................................................ 139
Support and Legal......................................................................141
Support Application........................................................................ 141
Xperia™ Tips.................................................................................. 141
Help in menus and applications.......................................................141
Running Diagnostic Tests on Your Device........................................ 141
Restarting, Resetting, and Repairing............................................... 142
Help us improve our software..........................................................143
Warranty, SAR, and Usage Guidelines.............................................143
Recycling Your Device..................................................................... 144
Legal information.............................................................................144
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Getting started
About This User Guide
This is the Xperia™ Z5 Premium User Guide for the Android™ 7.0 software version. If
you're not sure which software version your device is running, you can check it in the
Settings menu.
System and application updates can present the features in your device in another way than
described in this User Guide. The Android™ version might not be affected in an update. For
more information about software updates, see
To check the current software version of your device
1
From your Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > About phone > Android™ version.
To Find the Model Number and Name of Your Device
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap
The device model number and name are displayed.
.
.
.
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 cellphone 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 the 40 page.
Overview
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1. Charging light/Notification light
2. Front camera lens
3. Ear speaker
4. Proximity/Light sensor
5. Power key/Fingerprint sensor
6. Volume/Zoom key
7. Camera key
8. Main microphone/Speaker
9. Charger/USB cable port
Assembly
Your device only supports nano SIM cards.
10. Strap hole
11. Main Wi-Fi/Bluetooth antenna area
12. Main camera lens
13. Camera light
14. GPS antenna area
15. Second microphone
16. Headset jack
17. Second Wi-Fi antenna area
18. Nano SIM/Memory card tray cover
19. NFC™ detection area
To Insert the Nano SIM Card
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.
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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.
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. For more
information on charging, see
The first time you start your device, a setup guide helps you to configure basic settings,
personalize your device, and sign in to your accounts, for example a Google™ account.
Charging Your Device
on page 37.
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To turn on the device
1
Press and hold down the power key
2
Enter your SIM card PIN when requested, and then tap .
3
Wait a while for the device to start.
until the device vibrates.
To Turn off the Device
1
Press and hold down the power key
2
In the options menu, tap Power off.
It may take a while for the device to shut down.
until the options menu opens.
Why Do I Need a Google™ Account?
Your Xperia™ device from Sony runs on the Android™ platform developed by Google™.
A range of Google™ applications and services is available on your device when you
purchase it, for example, Gmail™, Google Maps™, YouTube™, and the 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™.
•
Synchronize your email, contacts, and 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
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, be sure to enter the details for the
relevant account.
To Set Up a Google™ Account on your Device
1
From your Homescreen, tap .
2
Find and tap Settings > Account 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 create a Google account using the setup guide when you
or go online later and create an account at
www.google.com/accounts
first start your device,
.
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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 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, or 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 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
– enter an alpha-numeric password to unlock your device.
•
Fingerprint
– place your registered finger on the power key to unlock your device.
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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. If you have set up a Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync® (EAS)
account on your Xperia™ device, the EAS security settings may limit the lockscreen type
to only a PIN or password. This occurs when your network administrator specifies a
lockscreen type for all EAS accounts for enterprise security reasons. Contact the
network administrator of your company or organization to check what network security
policies are implemented for cellular 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.
.
To Change the Screen Lock Pattern
1
From your
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.
Home screen
, tap .
To Create a Screen Lock PIN
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap
3
Enter a numeric PIN, and then tap Continue.
4
Re-enter and confirm your PIN, then tap OK.
Settings
>
Lock screen & security
>
Screen lock
>
PIN
.
To Create a Screen Lock Password
1
From your
2
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Screen lock > Password.
3
Follow the instructions on your device.
Home screen
, tap .
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
•
With the lockscreen active, place your finger on the power key so that the device
can scan your fingerprint and unlock the screen. Be sure to 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
3
Confirm your pattern, PIN, or password.
4
Tap , then follow the on-screen instructions.
Settings
>
Lock screen & security
>
Fingerprint Manager
.
To Delete a Registered Fingerprint
1
From your
2
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Fingerprint Manager.
3
Tap the registered fingerprint, then tap
Home screen
, tap .
DELETE
>
DELETE
.
To Rename a Registered Fingerprint
1
From your
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.
Home screen
, tap .
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:
•
Trusted face: Unlock your device by looking at it.
•
Trusted voice: Set up voice recognition to search in any screen.
•
Trusted devices: Keep your device unlocked when a trusted Bluetooth® or NFC device
is connected.
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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 if 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
3
Tap SET UP > NEXT, follow the instructions on your device.
Settings
>
Lock screen & security
.
>
Smart Lock
>
Trusted face
.
To Set Up Trusted Voice
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Find and tap
3
Follow the instruction on your device.
Settings
>
Lock screen & security
.
>
Smart Lock
>
Trusted voice
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
behaviors:
•
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 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.
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 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.
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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 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 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
2
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Smart Lock > Trusted devices.
3
Tap the device you want to remove.
4
Tap Remove trusted device.
Home screen
, tap
.
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
4
Follow the on-screen instructions.
>
ADD TRUSTED DEVICE
>
NFC
.
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 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 meters.
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.
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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 areas you have added as trusted locations. This feature
can keep your device unlocked within a radius of up to 80 meters. Also be aware that location
signals can be replicated or manipulated. Someone with access to specialized 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
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.
Home screen
, tap .
.
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
2
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Smart Lock > Trusted places >
Home
3
Tap Edit > .
Home screen
.
, tap .
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
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
Alternately, 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.
9
To fine-tune the location, tap the back arrow next to the address, drag the location
pin to the desired location, and then tap Select this location.
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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
for the entered location. To use the suggested address, tap the address.
9
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.
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 you want to remove.
7
Tap Delete.
and type the address. Your device searches
.
.
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 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 service provider.
To Set Up a SIM Card Lock
1
From the Homescreen, tap
2
Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Set up SIM card lock.
3
Tap the
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.
To Change the SIM Card PIN
1
From the
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
Retype 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
Lock SIM card
Home screen
.
slider to enable or disable the SIM card lock.
, 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
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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 outward. The IMEI
number is displayed on the strip.
You can also view the IMEI number by opening the phone dialer and entering *#06#.
To View Your IMEI Number via the Device Settings
1
From your Home screen, tap .
2
Find and tap
Settings
>
About phone
>
Status
>
IMEI information
.
Finding a Lost Device
If you have a Google™ account, the “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.
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To Deactivate 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
and sign in using the Google™ account you are using
on your device.
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.
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
lockscreen.
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 sharing a device with multiple users, make sure you are logged in as the
owner.
2
Make sure you have an active data connection and location services are enabled.
3
From your
4
Find and tap Settings > Google > Security.
5
Tap the sliders beside
Home screen
, tap
.
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
administrators.
Lock screen & security under Device
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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
•
Scroll up or down a list.
•
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 power and locks automatically. This lock prevents unwanted actions on the
touchscreen when you are not using it. When you buy your device, a basic screen swipe
lock is already set. This means you have to swipe upward on the screen to unlock it. You
can change the security settings later and add other kinds of locks. See
the 12 page.
To activate the screen
•
Briefly press the power key .
Screen Lock
on
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To Lock the Screen
1
When the screen is active, briefly press the power key .
2
Alternately, double-tap any empty area on the Homescreen. To enable this
function, touch and hold any area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates,
then tap
and tap the slider beside Double-tap to sleep.
Homescreen
The Homescreen is the starting point for using your device. It’s similar to the desktop on
a computer screen. Your Homescreen can have up to twenty panes, which extend
beyond the regular screen display width. The number of Homescreen panes is
represented by a series of dots on the lower part of the Homescreen. 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 Homescreen panes
To go to the Home screen
•
Press .
To browse the Home screen
Homescreen Panes
You can add new panes to your Homescreen (up to a maximum of twenty panes) and
delete panes. You can also set the pane that you want to use as the main Homescreen
pane.
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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, then tap in the upper-left corner of the screen.
When Google Search & Now is enabled, the left-most pane is reserved for this service and the
main Homescreen pane cannot be changed. For more information, see
on page 130.
Google Search & Now
To Add a Pane to Your Homescreen
1
Touch and hold any area on your Homescreen 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 130.
.
Google Search & Now
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 top-
right corner of the pane.
Homescreen Settings
To disable or uninstall an application from the homescreen
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 Homescreen 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 Homescreen
1
Touch and hold any area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates, then tap
.
2
Tap
Icon size
, then select an option.
Navigating Applications
You can navigate between applications using the navigation keys and the recently used
applications window, which lets you switch easily between all recently used applications.
The navigation keys are the Back key, the Home key, and the Recent apps key. You can
also pop open two applications on the screen at once using the split screen mode, if the
application supports multi-window function. Some applications get closed when you
press the Home key
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 others are paused or continue to run in the
Settings
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1 Small apps – Open small apps window
2 Clear all – Close all the recently used applications
3 Recently used applications window – Open a recently used application
4 Recent apps key – Open the recently used applications window
5 Home key – Exit an application and go back to the Homescreen
6 Back key - Go back to the previous screen within an application or close the application
To open the recently used applications window
•
Press .
To Quickly Switch Between Recently Used Applications
•
Quickly press twice.
To Close All the Recently Used Applications
•
Tap
and then tap CLEAR ALL.
To Open a Menu in an Application
•
While using the application, tap
Menus are not available in all applications.
.
Split Screen Mode
Split screen mode enables you to view two applications at once, for example, if you want
to view your email inbox and a web browser at the same time.
1 Application 1 in upper window
2 Split screen border – Drag to resize windows
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3 Application 2 in lower window
4 Split screen key – Select a recently used application
5 Home key – Go back to the Homescreen
6 Back key – Go back to the previous screen within an application or close the application
Not all applications support split screen mode.
To Use Split-Screen Mode
1
Make sure that the two applications that you want to use in Split Screen mode are
open and running in the background.
2
Open the application you would like to use in Split Screen mode, then tap and
hold
3
Select the second desired application from the thumbnail list.
4
If you want to resize the split screen windows, drag the split screen border in the
. The application will be assigned to the first part of the split screen.
center.
5
To exit Split Screen mode, tap and hold
while the split screen windows are
displayed.
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 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 Homescreen 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 Homescreen.
2
Enter the name of the application you want to search for.
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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 Homescreen
1
On the Application screen, touch and hold an application icon until the device
vibrates, and then drag the icon to the top of the screen. The Homescreen opens.
2
Drag the icon to the desired location on the Homescreen, then release it.
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 the device vibrates, and 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 Settings
> 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.
Small Apps
Small apps are miniature apps that can run on top of other applications on the same
screen to enable multi-tasking. For example, you can have a web page open showing
details of currency exchange rates and then open the Calculator small app on top of it
and perform calculations. You can open the small apps window from the Recently Used
Applications screen. To download more small apps, go to Google Play™.
To Open a Small App
1
To open the recently used applications screen, tap .
2
Tap SMALL APPS.
3
Tap the small app 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
To open the recently used applications screen, tap .
2
Tap SMALL APPS.
3
Tap
.
4
Tap
.
5
Search for the small app you want to download, then follow the instructions to
download it and complete the installation.
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.
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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 of the screen.
Some small apps can be minimized by tapping the icon.
To Remove a Small App
1
Tap .
2
Find and tap SMALL APPS.
3
4
5
.
Tap
Tap Uninstall small app, then choose the small app you want to remove.
Tap OK.
To Add a Widget as a Small App
1
To open the recently used applications screen, tap
2
Tap SMALL APPS, then tap
3
Tap .
4
Select a widget.
5
Enter a name for the widget, if desired, then tap OK.
.
.
To Rename a Widget
1
To open the recently used applications screen, tap
2
Tap SMALL APPS.
3
Tap
.
4
Tap Rename widget, then select the widget you want to rename.
5
Enter the name, then tap OK.
6
Tap .
.
Not all widgets can be renamed.
To Delete a Widget
1
To open the recently used applications screen, tap .
2
Tap SMALL APPS.
3
Tap
.
4
Tap Delete widget.
5
Select the icon of the widget you want to delete, then tap OK.
6
Tap .
Not all widgets can be deleted.
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 Homescreen
1
Touch and hold any empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates,
then tap Widgets.
2
Find and tap the widget you want to add.
To Resize a Widget
1
Touch and hold a widget until the device vibrates, and 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.
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To Move a Widget
•
Touch and hold the widget until the device vibrates, and then drag it to the new
location.
To Remove a Widget
•
Touch and hold the widget until the device vibrates, and 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 Homescreen
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your
2
In the customization 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 Homescreen
•
Touch and hold the item until the device vibrates, and then drag the item to the
new location.
To Remove an Item from the Homescreen
•
Touch and hold the item until the device vibrates, and 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 the device vibrates, and 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 the device vibrates, and then drag the item to the
folder.
Home screen
.
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.
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To Change Your Homescreen Wallpaper
1
Touch and hold any empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates.
2
Tap Wallpapers and select an option.
You can also change your Lockscreen wallpaper or set the same image for both your
Homescreen and Lockscreen. Follow the steps above, then tap Album. Tap the desired image
and choose an option.
To set a theme
1
Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates.
2
Tap Themes.
3
Choose an option:
•
To use an existing theme, select the theme, then tap APPLY THEME.
•
To download a new theme, tap GET MORE THEMES.
When you change a theme, the background also changes in some applications.
Taking a screenshot
You can capture still images of any screen on your device as a screenshot. Screenshots
you take are automatically saved in Album.
To Take a Screenshot
1
Press and hold down the power key until a prompt window appears.
2
Tap
.
You can also take 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 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/without audio
5 Access screen recording settings
6 Close the screen recording window
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