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Xperia Z5 Premium Dual
User Guide
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Sony Xperia Z5 Premium Dual User Guide

User guide
E6833/E6883
Z5 Premium Dual

Contents

Getting started...............................................................................7
About this User Guide.........................................................................7
Overview.............................................................................................7
Assembly............................................................................................8
Why Do I Need a Google™ Account?...............................................10
Charging Your Device.......................................................................10
Device security.............................................................................13
Making sure your device is protected................................................13
Screen lock.......................................................................................13
Fingerprint Manager..........................................................................15
SIM card protection..........................................................................19
Using Multiple SIM Cards..................................................................20
Finding the identification number of your device................................21
Finding a Lost Device .......................................................................21
Learning the basics......................................................................23
Using the touchscreen......................................................................23
Locking and Unlocking the Screen....................................................24
Homescreen.....................................................................................25
Navigating Applications.....................................................................27
Small apps........................................................................................28
Widgets............................................................................................28
Shortcuts and folders........................................................................29
Background and Themes..................................................................30
Battery and power management.......................................................31
Taking a screenshot..........................................................................32
Recording your screen......................................................................32
Notifications......................................................................................33
Icons in the status bar.......................................................................35
Applications Overview.......................................................................37
Downloading applications............................................................39
Downloading applications from Google Play™..................................39
Downloading applications from other sources...................................39
Internet and networks..................................................................40
Browsing the web.............................................................................40
Internet and MMS settings ...............................................................40
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Wi-Fi®..............................................................................................41
Sharing your mobile data connection................................................43
Controlling data usage......................................................................44
Selecting a SIM card for data traffic...................................................45
Selecting mobile networks................................................................46
Virtual private networks (VPNs)..........................................................46
Synchronizing data on your device..............................................48
Synchronizing with Online Accounts..................................................48
Basic settings...............................................................................50
Accessing settings............................................................................50
Volume settings................................................................................50
Do not disturb mode settings............................................................51
Screen settings.................................................................................52
Application settings...........................................................................53
Resetting Your Applications..............................................................54
Daydream.........................................................................................55
Language settings.............................................................................55
Date and time...................................................................................56
X-Reality™ for mobile........................................................................56
Super-Vivid Mode.............................................................................56
Enhancing the Sound Output............................................................57
Noise cancellation.............................................................................57
Multiple User Accounts.....................................................................58
Typing text...................................................................................60
On-Screen Keyboard........................................................................60
Phonepad.........................................................................................61
Entering text using voice input...........................................................62
Editing text........................................................................................62
Personalizing the On-Screen Keyboard.............................................63
Calling..........................................................................................65
Making calls......................................................................................65
Receiving calls..................................................................................66
Smart call handling............................................................................68
Ongoing calls....................................................................................68
Using the call log...............................................................................69
Forwarding Calls...............................................................................69
Restricting calls.................................................................................70
Multiple calls.....................................................................................71
Conference calls...............................................................................71
Voicemail..........................................................................................72
Emergency calls................................................................................72
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Contacts.......................................................................................73
Transferring contacts........................................................................73
Searching and viewing contacts........................................................74
Adding medical and emergency contact information.........................76
Favorites and groups........................................................................77
Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application.......................78
Messaging and chat.....................................................................80
Reading and sending messages.......................................................80
Organizing your messages................................................................81
Calling from a message.....................................................................82
Messaging settings...........................................................................82
Instant messaging and video chat.....................................................82
Email.............................................................................................83
Setting up email................................................................................83
Sending and Receiving Email Messages...........................................83
Organizing your email messages.......................................................84
Email account settings......................................................................85
Gmail™.............................................................................................86
Music............................................................................................87
Transferring Music to Your Device.....................................................87
Listening to music.............................................................................87
Music home screen menu.................................................................88
Playlists.............................................................................................89
Sharing music...................................................................................90
Enhancing the sound........................................................................90
Recognizing music with TrackID™....................................................90
FM radio.......................................................................................92
Listening to the radio.........................................................................92
Favorite radio channels.....................................................................93
Sound settings..................................................................................93
Camera.........................................................................................94
Taking photos and recording videos..................................................94
Face detection..................................................................................95
Using Smile Shutter™ to capture smiling faces.................................95
Adding the geographical position to your photos...............................96
General camera settings...................................................................96
Still camera settings........................................................................100
Video camera settings.....................................................................104
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Photos and videos in Album......................................................107
Viewing Photos and Videos.............................................................107
Sharing and Managing Photos and Videos......................................108
Editing photos with the Photo editor application..............................109
Editing videos with the Video editor application...............................110
Hiding photos and videos................................................................110
Album home screen menu..............................................................111
Viewing your photos on a map........................................................112
Videos........................................................................................114
Transferring Video Content to Your Device......................................115
Managing video content..................................................................115
Movie Creator.................................................................................116
Connectivity...............................................................................118
Mirroring the Screen of Your Device on a TV Using a Cable............118
Mirroring the screen of your device wirelessly on a TV.....................118
Sharing Content with DLNA Certified™ Devices..............................119
Connecting Your Device to USB Peripherals...................................121
Connecting Your Device to a DUALSHOCK™ Series Wireless
Controller........................................................................................122
NFC................................................................................................122
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology....................................................124
Smart apps and features that save you time.............................127
Controlling Accessories and Settings with Smart Connect™...........127
Using your device as a fitness hub with ANT+™.............................129
Using your device as a wallet..........................................................129
Travel and maps.........................................................................130
Using Location Services..................................................................130
Google Maps™ and navigation.......................................................130
Using data traffic when traveling......................................................130
Airplane mode.................................................................................131
Calendar and alarm clock..........................................................133
Calendar.........................................................................................133
Alarm and Clock.............................................................................134
Accessibility...............................................................................137
Magnification Gestures....................................................................137
Large Text.......................................................................................137
Hearing Aid Compatibility................................................................137
TalkBack.........................................................................................137
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TTY (Teletypewriter) Mode...............................................................138
Slow Talk........................................................................................138
Support and maintenance..........................................................139
Support for your device...................................................................139
Computer Tool................................................................................139
Updating your device......................................................................140
Memory and Storage......................................................................141
Managing files using a computer.....................................................142
Backing up and Restoring Content..................................................142
Running Diagnostic Tests on Your Device.......................................145
Restarting and resetting your device...............................................146
Using your Device in Wet and Dusty Conditions..............................147
Warranty, SAR, and Usage Guidelines............................................147
Limitations to services and features.................................................148
Legal information.............................................................................148
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Getting started

About this User Guide

This is the Xperia™ Z5 Premium Dual User guide for the Android™ 6.0 software version. If you're not sure which software version your device is running, you can check it via the Settings menu. For more information about software updates, see
on the 140 page.
device
To check the current software version of your device
1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > About phone > Android™ version.

Overview

Updating your
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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
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 slot cover
19. NFC™ detection area

Assembly

Your device supports genuine nano SIM cards only. Inserting an unsupported SIM card (including larger SIM cards or SIM cards cut to nano SIM card size) may permanently damage your SIM card or device. Sony does not warrant and will not be responsible for any damage caused by use of unsupported or modified SIM cards.
Make sure you place the nano SIM card (or cards) in the nano SIM card holder before inserting the nano SIM card (or cards) into the device. Also, don't confuse the nano SIM card slot with the memory card slot.
To Insert the Nano SIM Cards
If you insert the nano SIM card while the device is powered on, the device restarts automatically.
1 Open the cover for the nano SIM card and memory card slots. 2 Using a fingernail or other similar object, drag the nano SIM card holder out. 3 Place the nano SIM card (or cards) in the relevant nano SIM card slot (or slots) in
the holder, then re-insert the holder.
4 Close the cover.
Be sure to re-insert the nano SIM card holder in the correct orientation. When you drag the holder out to insert the nano SIM card, do not turn the holder around.
To Insert a Memory Card
1 Open the cover for the nano SIM card and memory card slots. 2 Insert the memory card into the memory card slot, then close the cover.
Be sure to insert the memory card in the correct orientation.
To Remove the Nano SIM Card
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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 holder. 3 Remove the nano SIM card (or cards) in the relevant nano SIM card slot (or slots)
in the holder, then re-insert the holder.
4 Close the cover.
To Remove the Memory Card
1 Turn off the device and open the cover for the nano SIM card and memory card
slots.
2 Push the memory card inward, then release it quickly. 3 Close the cover.
You can also remove the memory card without turning the device off in step 1. To use this method, you must first unmount the memory card under Settings by tapping Storage > Unmount SD card.

Screen protection

Before using your device, remove the transparent protection film by pulling up on the protruding tab.
It is recommended to protect your device with a Sony-branded screen cover or protector intended for your Xperia™ model. The use of third party screen protection accessories may prevent your device from working by covering sensors, lenses, speakers, or microphones and it can invalidate the warranty.

Starting Your Device for The First Time

The first time you start your device, a setup guide opens to help you configure basic settings, sign in to some accounts, and personalize your device. For example, if you have a Google™ account, you can sign in to it here and get set up right away.
To turn on the device
1 Press and hold down the power key until the device vibrates. 2 Enter your SIM card PIN when requested, and then tap . 3 Wait a while for the device to start.
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.
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until the options menu opens.
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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
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 Home screen, tap
.
2 Find and tap Settings > Accounts > Add account > Google. 3 Follow the registration wizard to create a Google™ account, or sign in if you
already have an account.
http://support.google.com
.
You can also sign in to or create a Google™ account from the setup guide the first time you start your device. Or you can go online and create an account at
www.google.com/accounts
To remove a Google™ account
1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Tap Settings > Accounts > 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.
If you are lending your device to someone to use for an extended period, it is recommended to remove your Google™ account from the device.

Charging Your Device

Your device has an embedded, rechargeable battery that should only be replaced by Sony or an authorized Sony repair center. You should never try to open or take apart the device yourself. Opening the device can cause damage that voids your warranty.
The battery is partly charged when the device is shipped from the factory. Depending on how long your device was in the box before you purchased it, the battery level may be quite low. It is therefore recommended that you charge the battery for at least 30 minutes before starting up your device for the first time. You can still use your device while it is charging. To read more about how to improve the battery performance, see
Battery and power management
If your device gets exposed to water, wipe it dry with a microfiber cloth and shake the device at least 15 times with the USB port facing downward. Repeat the procedure if moisture is still visible in the USB port. Only insert the USB cable into the USB port after the port has completely dried.
on the 31page.
.
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To dry the USB port
1 Using a microfiber cloth, wipe away any excess moisture from your device. 2 With the device held firmly and the USB port facing downward, shake the device
vigorously at least 15 times.
3 If moisture is still visible in the USB port, shake the device again several times. 4 Use a microfiber cloth to wipe away any remaining moisture from the USB port.
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To charge your device
1 Plug the charger into a power outlet. 2 Plug one end of the USB cable into the charger (or into the USB port of a
computer).
3 Plug the other end of the cable into the micro USB port on your device, with the
USB symbol facing up. The notification light illuminates when charging begins.
4 When the device is fully charged, disconnect the cable from your device by pulling
it straight outward. Make sure not to bend the connector.
If the battery is completely discharged, it may take a few minutes before the notification light illuminates and the charging icon appears.
Battery notification light status
Green The battery is charging and the battery charge level is greater than 90%
Red The battery is charging and the battery charge level is less than 15%
Orange The battery is charging and the battery charge level is less than 90%
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Device security

Making sure your device is protected

You can prevent other people from using your device without your permission. For example, if your device is lost, stolen, or wiped, only someone with your Google™ account or screen lock information can use the device. To make sure that your device is protected, it is important that you set a secure screen lock and add your Google™ account on your device. It is crucial that you remember both your screen lock information and your Google™ account credentials. To make sure your device is protected, you can:
• Set a secure screen lock on your device, that is, a PIN, password, or pattern or
fingerprint screen lock to prevent anyone from resetting your device. For more
information, see

Screen lock

• Add a Google™ account to prevent others from using your device if it gets stolen and/or
wiped. For more information, see
• Activate either the “Protection by my Xperia” or the Android™ Device Manager web
service. Using one of these services, you can remotely locate, lock or erase a lost device. For more information, see
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:
on page 13.
Why Do I Need a Google™ Account?
Finding a Lost Device
on page 10.
on page 21.
Factory Data Reset protection
Protection by my Xperia
Android™ Device Manager
Software repair If you use the Xperia™ Companion software to perform a software repair, you’re
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. If you cannot provide the relevant account information during a setup process, you won't be able to use the device at all.
You must unlock your screen before you are allowed to perform a Factory Data Reset.
If you remotely reset your device using this service, you must enter the username and password for a Google™ account 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.
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.
asked to enter your Google™ account username and password when you start the device after the repair is complete.
Screen lock
There are several ways to unlock the screen. The security level of each lock type is listed below in order of weakest to strongest:
• Swipe
– no protection, but you have quick access to the Home screen.
• Pattern
– draw a simple pattern with your finger to unlock your device.
• PIN
– enter a numeric PIN of at least four digits to unlock your device.
• Password
– enter an alpha-numeric password to unlock your device.
• Fingerprint
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– place your registered finger on the power key to unlock your device
It is very important that you remember your screen unlock pattern, PIN or password. If you forget this information, it may not be possible to restore important data such as contacts and messages.
If you have set up a Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync® (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 specific lock screen 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 mobile devices.
To create a screen lock pattern
1 From your Homescreen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen lock > Pattern. 3 Follow the instructions on your device.
If your lock pattern is rejected five times in a row when you try to unlock your device, you must wait 30 seconds and then try again.
To change screen lock type
1 From your Homescreen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen lock. 3 Follow the instructions in your device and select another screen lock type.
To change the screen lock pattern
1 From your Home screen, tap
.
2 Find and tap Settings> Security > Screen lock. 3 Draw your screen unlock pattern. 4 Tap Pattern and follow the instructions on your device.
To Create a Screen Lock PIN
1 From your Home screen, tap
.
2 Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen lock > PIN. 3 Enter a numeric PIN, then tap Continue. 4 Re-enter and confirm your PIN, then tap OK. 5 Follow the instructions on your device.
To Create a Screen Lock Password
1 From your Home screen, tap
.
2 Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen lock > Password. 3 Enter a password, then tap Continue. 4 Re-enter and confirm your password, then tap OK. 5 Follow the instructions on your device.
To activate the Swipe unlock function
1 From your Home screen, tap
.
2 Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen lock. 3 Draw your screen unlock pattern, or enter your PIN or password if one of these
screen lock types is enabled.
4 Tap Swipe.
Fingerprint Unlock
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. For details on registering fingerprints, see
The 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.
Fingerprint Manager
on page 15.
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To enable Fingerprint unlock
1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Security > Fingerprint Manager. 3 If needed verify your PIN or password. 4 Follow the instruction in your device to set up a fingerprint unlock pattern.
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 finger after five attempts, enter your backup PIN or password.
Resetting a Forgotten Screen Lock
If you forgot your screen lock PIN, password, or pattern, you might be able to reset it using the Protection by my Xperia service. No content on your device is lost after you perform a screen lock reset using the Protection by my Xperia service.
To activate the Protection by my Xperia service, see page.
To Reset the Screen Lock using Protection by my Xperia
1 Make sure you know your Google™ account username and password and that
you have enabled the Protection by my Xperia service on your device.
2 Go to
myxperia.sonymobile.com
using any Internet-connected device.
3 Sign in using the same Google™ account you have set up on your device. 4 Click the picture of your device under Your devices. 5 Select Lock or Change PIN2 to replace the current screen lock with a new PIN
code.
6 Follow the on-screen instructions provided by Protection by my Xperia.
Finding a Lost Device
on the 21
Depending on your security settings, your device may lock after a screen lock reset. You then need to enter your Google™ account username and password in order to use the device.

Fingerprint Manager

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.
To register a fingerprint for the first time
1 From your Home screen, tap 2 Find and tap Settings > Security > Fingerprint Manager. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete fingerprint registration.
If you have not set up a PIN or password as a Screen lock, Fingerprint Manager assists you with setting up a PIN or password as a security backup for your fingerprint. For more information on setting up a Screen lock, see
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
To Register Additional Fingerprints
1 From your Home screen, tap 2 Find and tap Settings > Security > Fingerprint Manager. 3 Tap and then place your finger on the power key so that the device can scan
your fingerprint and verify your identity. Be sure to use a finger that you have previously registered in Fingerprint Manager.
4 Follow the on-screen instructions to register an additional fingerprint.
.
Screen lock
on page 13.
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To delete a registered fingerprint
1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Security > Fingerprint Manager. 3 Tap the registered fingerprint, then tap Delete > Yes, remove.
To Rename a Registered Fingerprint
1 From your Home screen, tap 2 Find and tap Settings > Security > Fingerprint Manager. 3 Tap a registered fingerprint on the list and then enter a fingerprint name. 4 Tap OK.
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Unlocking Your Device Automatically

The Smart Lock feature makes unlocking your device easier by letting you set it to unlock automatically in certain situations. You can keep your device unlocked, for example, when it’s connected to a Bluetooth® device or when you’re carrying it with you.
To prepare your device to unlock automatically, you first need to perform the following steps in the order given:
• Make sure you have an active Internet connection, preferably a Wi-Fi® connection to
limit data traffic charges.
• Make sure all your apps are updated using the Play Store™ application in order to
ensure that the Google Play™ services app is updated. Having an up-to-date Google Play™ services app ensures that you can use the latest Smart Lock features.
• Enable Smart Lock.
• Set when you want your device to unlock automatically.
The Smart Lock feature is developed by Google™ and the exact functionality may change over time due to updates from Google™.
The Smart Lock feature may not be available in every market, country, or region.
To Enable Smart Lock
1 Make sure you’ve set a pattern, PIN, or password for your screen lock. 2 From your Home screen, tap 3 Find and tap Settings > Security > Trust agents. 4 Drag the slider beside Smart Lock (Google) to the right. 5 Tap the back arrow next to Trust agents. 6 Find and tap Smart Lock. 7 Enter your pattern, PIN, or password. You need to enter this screen lock every
time you want to change your Smart Lock settings.
8 Select a Smart Lock type.
.
Setting When to Keep the Device Automatically Unlocked
You can set Smart Lock to keep your device unlocked using the following settings:
• Trusted devices – keep your device unlocked when a trusted Bluetooth® device is
connected.
• Trusted places – keep your device unlocked when you're in a trusted location.
• On-body detection – Keep your device unlocked when you're carrying your device with
you. You have to manually unlock your device when you don't use it for 4 hours and after you
restart it.
Connecting to Trusted Bluetooth® Devices
You can designate a connected Bluetooth® device as a "trusted" device and keep your Xperia™ device unlocked while it’s connected to it. So if you have Bluetooth® devices you connect to regularly, for example, a car speaker or home entertainment system, a Bluetooth® watch, or a fitness tracker, you can add them as trusted devices and bypass the added security of a lockscreen to save time. This feature is suitable if you’re normally
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in a relatively secure place when you use these devices. In some cases, you may still need to manually unlock your device before a trusted device can be connected.
It is not recommended to add devices that are constantly connected to your device as trusted devices, for example, Bluetooth® keyboards or cases.
As soon as a trusted Bluetooth® device is switched off or moves out of range, your screen locks and you need your PIN, pattern, or password to unlock it.
To Add a Trusted Bluetooth® Device
1 Make sure your device is paired and connected to the Bluetooth® device you
want to add as a trusted device.
2 In the Smart Lock menu, tap Trusted devices. 3 Tap Add trusted device > Bluetooth. 4 Tap a device name to select it from the list of connected devices. Only paired
devices appear in this list.
5 Depending on the security of your connection, you may need to manually unlock
your device before the trusted device can keep it unlocked.
To Remove a Trusted Bluetooth® Device
1 From your Home screen, tap
.
2 Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted devices. 3 Tap the device you want to remove. 4 Tap Remove trusted device.
Making Sure You're Secure when Using Trusted Devices
Different Bluetooth® devices support different Bluetooth® standards and security capabilities. There's a chance someone could keep your Xperia™ device unlocked by imitating your Bluetooth® connection, even if your trusted device is no longer nearby. Your device is not always able to determine whether your connection is secure from someone trying to imitate it.
When your device can't determine that you're using a secure connection, you'll get a notification on your Xperia™ device and may need to manually unlock it before the trusted device can keep it unlocked.
Bluetooth® connectivity range can vary depending on factors like the model of your device, the connected Bluetooth® device, and your environment. Depending on these factors, Bluetooth® connections can work over distances of up to 325 feet (100 meters). If someone takes your Xperia™ device while it's near a trusted device, they may be able to access your Xperia™ device if the trusted device has unlocked it.
Connecting to Trusted Places
When the Trusted places feature is set up, the lockscreen security on your Xperia™ device gets disabled when you are in a designated trusted location. For this feature to work, you must have an Internet connection (preferably over Wi-Fi®) and allow your device to use your current location.
To set up trusted places, first make sure high-accuracy location mode or battery-saving location mode is enabled on your device before you add home or custom locations.
The exact dimensions of a trusted location are an estimate and may extend beyond the physical walls of your home or other area you have added as a trusted location. This feature can keep your device unlocked within a radius of up to 260 feet (80 meters). Also, be aware that location signals can be replicated or manipulated. Someone with access to specialized equipment could unlock your device.
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To Add Your Home Location
1 Make sure location mode is turned on and you are using either the High accuracy
or Battery saving setting.
2 From your Home screen, tap . 3 Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock >Trusted places > Home. 4 Tap Turn on this location.
To Edit Your Home Location
1 Make sure location mode is turned on and you are using either the High accuracy
or Battery saving setting.
2 From your Home screen, tap . 3 Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted places. 4 Select your home location. 5 Tap Edit. 6 In the search bar, enter the location you want to use as your home location.
If your home has multiple buildings at the same address, the trusted place you want to add might be different from the actual address. To ensure better location accuracy, you can add the actual location of your home within the building complex as a custom place.
To Remove Your Home Location
1 Make sure location mode is turned on and you are using either the High accuracy
or Battery saving setting.
2 From your Home screen, tap
.
3 Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock >Trusted places > Home. 4 Tap Turn off this location.
Using Custom Locations
You can add any location as a trusted, custom place where your device can remain unlocked.
To Add a Custom Place
1 Make sure location mode is turned on and you are using either the High accuracy
or Battery saving setting.
2 From your Home screen, tap 3 Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted places. 4 Tap Add trusted place. 5 To use your current location as a trusted, custom place, tap Select this location. 6 Alternately, to enter another location, tap the magnification glass icon and type the
address. Your device searches for the entered location. To use the suggested address, tap the address.
7 To fine-tune the location, tap the back arrow next to the address, then drag the
location pin to the desired location and tap Select this location.
To Edit a Custom Place
1 Make sure location mode is turned on and you are using either the High accuracy
or Battery saving setting.
2 From your Home screen, tap 3 Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted places. 4 Select the place you want to edit. 5 Tap Edit address. 6 To enter another location, tap the magnification glass icon and type the address.
Your device searches for the entered location. To use the suggested address, tap the address.
7 To fine-tune the location, tap the back arrow next to the address, then drag the
location pin to the desired location and tap Select this location.
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To Remove a Custom Place
1 Make sure location mode is turned on and you are using either the High accuracy
or Battery saving setting.
2 From your Home screen, tap . 3 Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > Trusted places. 4 Select the place you want to remove. 5 Tap Delete.
Keeping Your Device Unlocked while You’re Carrying It
Using the On-body detection feature, you can have your device stay unlocked when you have it on you, for example, if you're carrying it in your hand, pocket, or bag. The accelerometer in your device keeps your device unlocked when it senses that it's being carried. The device locks when the accelerometer detects that the device has been put down.
The On-body detection feature can't distinguish whose body is connected. If you give your device to someone else while it's unlocked using On-body detection, your device may stay unlocked for the other user. Keep in mind that On-body detection as a security feature is less secure than a pattern, PIN, or password.
To enable On-body detection
1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > On-body detection. 3 Drag the slider beside Off to the right, then tap Continue.
Using On-body Detection
When you use the On-body detection feature, you need to be aware of the following behaviors:
• When your device senses that it's on your body, it stays unlocked after you unlock it.
• Any time you put your device down and it senses that it's no longer on your body, your
device locks automatically.
• After you put your device down, for example, if you place it on a table, your device can
take up to one minute to lock.
• After you get into a car, bus, train, or other land vehicle, your device can take between 5
and 10 minutes to lock.
• Note that when you get on an airplane or a boat (or other non-land-based vehicles), your
device may not lock automatically, so be sure to lock it manually if needed.
• When you pick up your device again or get out of the vehicle, just unlock it once and
your device then stays unlocked for as long as you have it on you.
To turn off On-body detection
1 From your Home screen, tap 2 Find and tap Settings > Security > Smart Lock > On-body detection. 3 Drag the slider beside On to the left.
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SIM card protection

You can lock and unlock each SIM card that you use in your device with a PIN (Personal Identity Number). When a SIM card is locked, the subscription linked to the card is protected against misuse, meaning that you have to enter a PIN every time you start your device.
If you enter the PIN incorrectly more times than the maximum number of attempts allowed, your SIM card will become blocked. You then need to enter your PUK (Personal Unblocking Key) and a new PIN. Your PIN and PUK are supplied by your network operator.
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To set up a SIM card lock
1 From the Homescreen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Security > Set up SIM card lock. 3 Select a SIM card. 4 Mark the Lock SIM card checkbox. 5 Enter the SIM card PIN and tap OK. The SIM card lock is now active and you will
be prompted to enter this lock every time you restart the device.
To remove a SIM card lock
1 From the Homescreen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Security > Set up SIM card lock. 3 Select a SIM card. 4 Unmark the Lock SIM card checkbox. 5 Enter the SIM card PIN and tap OK.
To change the SIM card PIN
1 From the Home screen, tap
.
2 Find and tap Settings > Security > Set up SIM card lock. 3 Select a SIM card. 4 Tap Change SIM PIN. 5 Enter the old SIM card PIN and tap OK. 6 Enter the new SIM card PIN and tap OK. 7 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 .
If you enter an incorrect PUK code too many times, you need to contact your network operator to get a new SIM card.

Using Multiple SIM Cards

Your device works with one or two SIM cards inserted. You get incoming communication to both SIM cards and you can select which number you want to place outgoing communication from. Before you can use both SIM cards, you need to enable them and select which SIM card will handle data traffic.
You can forward calls that come in on SIM card 1 to SIM card 2 when SIM card 1 is unreachable, and vice versa. This function is called Dual SIM reachability. You must enable it manually. See
Forwarding Calls
To Enable or Disable the Use of Two SIM Cards
1 From the Home screen, tap
.
2 Find and tap Settings > Dual SIM settings. 3 Drag the sliders beside SIM1 and SIM2 to the right or left.
To rename a SIM card
1 From the Home screen, tap
.
2 Find and tap Settings > Dual SIM settings. 3 Select a SIM card and enter a new name for it. 4 Tap OK.
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To Select the SIM Card that Handles Data Traffic
1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > Dual SIM settings > SIM card for data traffic. 3 Select the SIM card you want to use for data traffic, then tap OK.
For higher data speeds, select the SIM card that supports the fastest cellular network, such as 3G or LTE.

Finding the identification number of your device

Your device has a unique ID (identification) number. On your device, this number is referred to as the IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity). You should keep a copy of this number. You may require it, for example, when you access the Xperia™ Care support service and need to register your device. Also, if your device is stolen, some network providers can use this number to stop the device from accessing the network in your country.
For devices with two SIM cards, there are two IMEI numbers, one for each SIM card slot.
To view your IMEI numbers on the label tray
1 Open the cover for the nano SIM and memory card slot. 2 Place a fingernail or other object with a long, fine tip under the edge of the label
tray, then drag the tray outwards. The IMEI numbers are displayed on the label tray.
To view the IMEI numbers, you can also open the phone dialer and enter
*#06#.
To view your IMEI numbers via the device settings
1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Find and tap Settings > About phone > Status. 3 Select the SIM card, then scroll to IMEI to view the IMEI number.

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.
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• Remotely clear the internal and external memory of the device as a last resort.
The “Protection by my Xperia” service may not be available in all countries or regions.
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.
To Activate the Protection by my Xperia Service on Your Device
1 Make sure you have an active data connection. 2 From your Home screen, tap . 3 Find and tap Settings > Security > Protection by my Xperia > Activate. 4 Mark the checkbox to agree with the terms and conditions of using the Protection
by my Xperia service, then tap Accept.
5 If prompted, sign in to your Google™ account, or create a new one if you don't
have one.
6 Enable location services on your device if this function is not already enabled.
To verify that the Protection by my Xperia service can locate your device after you activate the service, go to set up on your device.
If you are using 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.
myxperia.sonymobile.com
and sign in using the Google™ account that you have
Finding a lost device using Android™ Device Manager
Google™ offers a location and security web service called Android™ Device Manager. You can use it in parallel with, or as an alternative to, the my Xperia service. If you lose your device, you can use Android™ Device Manager to:
• Find and show where your device is located.
• Ring or lock your device, erase everything on it, or add a phone number to the lock
screen. For additional information about Android™ Device Manager, go to
www.support.google.com
.
Android™ Device Manager does not work if your device is turned off or if it does not have a connection to the Internet. The Android™ Device Manager service may not be available in all countries or regions.
To activate Android™ Device Manager
1 If you are using a device with multiple users, make sure that you are logged in as
the owner.
2 Make sure that you have an active data connection and that location services are
enabled.
3 From your Home screen, tap
.
4 Find and tap Google > Google Settings > Security. 5 Drag the sliders beside Remotely locate this device and Allow remote lock and
erase to the right.
6 If prompted, agree to the terms and conditions by tapping Activate. 7 To verify that Android™ Device Manager can locate your device after you activate
the service, go to
www.android.com/devicemanager
and sign in using your
Google™ account.
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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 Home screen panes.
Flicking
• Scroll quickly, for example, in a list or on a web page. You can stop the scrolling
movement by tapping the screen.

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 13 page.
Screen lock
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To activate the screen
• Briefly press the power key .
To lock the screen
• When the screen is active, briefly press the power key .

Homescreen

The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. It's similar to the desktop on a computer screen. Your Homescreen can have up to seven panes, which extend beyond the regular screen display width. The number of Homescreen panes is represented by a series of dots at the lower part of the Homescreen. The highlighted dot shows the pane that you are currently in.
1
Introduction 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
Home screen panes
You can add new panes to your Home screen (up to a maximum of seven panes) and delete panes. You can also set the pane that you want to use as the main Home screen pane.
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To add a pane to your Homescreen
1 Touch and hold any area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates. 2 To browse the panes, flick all the way to the right or left, then tap .
To Delete a Pane from your 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
right corner of the pane.
To uninstall an application from the Home screen
1 Touch and hold any area on your Home screen until the device vibrates. 2 Flick left or right to browse the panes. All uninstallable applications are indicated
.
by
3 Tap the application that you want to uninstall, then tap OK.
in the top-
Home screen settings
You can use the Home Settings shortcut to adjust some basic Home screen settings. For example, you can adjust the size of icons on your Home screen.
To Adjust the Size of Icons on Your Homescreen
1 Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates, then
tap Home Settings.
2 Tap Icon size, then select an option.

Application screen

The Application screen, which you open from the Homescreen, contains the applications that come pre-installed on your device as well as applications that you download.
To view all applications on the Application screen
1 From your Home screen, tap . 2 Flick left or right on the Application screen.
To Open an Application from the Application Screen
• 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 2 Enter the name of the application you want to search for.
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To add an application shortcut to the Home screen
1 On the Application screen, touch and hold an application icon until it becomes
selected, then drag the icon to the top of the screen. The Home screen opens.
2 Drag the icon to the desired location on the Home screen, then release your
finger.
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To uninstall an application from the Application screen
1 Touch and hold any area on the Application screen until the device vibrates. All
applications that can be uninstalled are then indicated by .
2 Select the application that you want to uninstall, then tap Delete.
To Arrange Applications on the Application Screen
1 When the Application screen is open, tap
.
2 Tap Sort apps, then select an option.
To Move an Application on the Application Screen
1 When the Application screen is open, tap
.
2 Make sure Own order is selected under Sort apps. 3 Touch and hold the application until it becomes selected, then drag it to the new
location.

Navigating Applications

You can navigate between applications using the navigation keys, the favorites bar, and the recently used applications window, which lets you switch easily between all recently used applications. The navigation keys are the Home key, the Recent apps key, and the Back key. Some applications get closed when you press the Home key others are paused or continue to run in the background. If an application is paused or running in the background, you can continue where you left off the next time you open the application.
to exit, while
1 Recently used applications window – Open a recently used application
2 Favorites bar – Use a shortcut to access applications or widgets
3 Recent apps key – Open the recently used applications window and the favorites bar
4 Home key – Exit an application and go back to the Homescreen
5 Back key – Go back to the previous screen within an application or close the application
To open the recently used applications window
• Press
.
To Close All the Recently Used Applications
• Tap
and then tap .
To open a menu in an application
• While using the application, press
A menu is not available in all applications.
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Small apps

Small apps are miniature apps that run on top of other applications on the same screen, to enable multi-tasking. For example, you can have a webpage open showing details of currency exchange rates, and then open the Calculator small app on top of it and perform calculations. You can access your small apps via the favorites bar. To download more small apps, go to Google Play™.
To open a small app
1 To make the favorites bar appear, press . 2 Tap the small app that you want to open.
You can open several small apps at the same time.
To close a small app
• Tap on the small app window.
To download a small app
1 From the favorites bar, tap 2 Search for the small app that 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.
, then tap and tap .
To minimize a small app
• When the small app is open, touch and hold the top left corner of the small app,
then drag it to the right edge or to the bottom edge of the screen.
To rearrange the small apps in the favorites bar
• Touch and hold a small app and drag it to the desired position.
To remove a small app from the favorites bar
1 Touch and hold a small app, then drag it to 2 Tap OK.
To restore a previously removed small app
1 Open the favorites bar, then tap 2 Touch and hold the small app you want to restore, then drag it into the favorites
bar.
To add a widget as a small app
1 To make the favorites bar appear, press 2 Tap > > . 3 Select a widget. 4 Enter a name for the widget, if desired, then tap OK.
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Widgets

Widgets are small applications that you can use directly on your Homescreen. They also function as shortcuts. For example, the Weather widget allows you to see basic weather information directly on your Homescreen. But when you tap the widget, the full Weather application opens. You can download additional widgets from Google Play™.
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To add a widget to the Home screen
1 Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates,
then tap Widgets.
2 Find and tap the widget that you want to add.
To resize a widget
1 Touch and hold a widget until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then release
the widget. If the widget can be resized, for example, the Calendar widget, then a highlighted frame and resizing dots appear.
2 Drag the dots inward or outward to shrink or expand the widget. 3 To confirm the new size of the widget, tap anywhere on the Home screen.
To move a widget
• Touch and hold the widget until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then drag it
to the new location.
To Remove a Widget
• Touch and hold the widget until it is selected, then drag it to Remove from Home
screen.

Shortcuts and folders

Use shortcuts and folders to manage your applications and keep your Home screen tidy.
1 Access an application using a shortcut
2 Access a folder containing applications
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To add an application shortcut to your Home screen
1 Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen. 2 In the customization menu, tap Widgets > Apps. 3 Scroll through the list of applications and select an application. The selected
application gets added to the Home screen.
In step 3, alternatively, you can tap Widgets > Shortcuts and then select an application from the list available. If you use this method to add shortcuts, some of the applications available allow you to add specific functionality to the shortcut.
To Move an Item on the Homescreen
• Touch and hold the item until it is selected, then drag the item to the new location.
To Remove an Item from the Homescreen
• Touch and hold the item until it becomes selected, then drag the item to Remove
from Home screen at the top of the screen.
To Create a Folder on the Homescreen
• Touch and hold an application icon or a shortcut until it is selected, then drag and
drop it on top of another application icon or shortcut.
To Add Items to a Folder on the Homescreen
• Touch and hold an item until it is selected, then drag the item to the folder.
To rename a folder on the Home screen
1 Tap the folder to open it. 2 Tap the folder's title bar to show the Folder name field. 3 Enter the new folder name and tap Done.

Background and Themes

You can adapt the Homescreen to your own style using wallpapers and different themes.
To change your Home screen wallpaper
1 Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates. 2 Tap Wallpapers and select an option.
To set a theme
1 Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates. 2 Tap Themes. 3 Select an option and follow the instructions in your device.
When you change a theme, the background also changes in some applications.
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