Sony Ericsson Xperia M2 D2303, Xperia M2 D2306, Xperia M2 D2305 User Guide

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User guide

Xperia™ M2

D2303/D2305/D2306

Getting started..............................................................................	6
About this User guide.........................................................................	6
Overview............................................................................................	6
Assembly............................................................................................	7
Starting your device for the first time..................................................	8
Why do I need a Google™ account?.................................................	9
Charging your device.......................................................................	10

Learning the basics....................................................................	11
Using the touchscreen.....................................................................	11
Locking and unlocking the screen....................................................	13
Home screen....................................................................................	13
Application screen............................................................................	15
Navigating applications....................................................................	16
Small apps.......................................................................................	16
Widgets............................................................................................	17
Shortcuts and folders.......................................................................	18
Background and themes..................................................................	19
Taking a screenshot.........................................................................	20
Status and notifications....................................................................	20
Icons in the status bar......................................................................	21
Application overview........................................................................	23

Downloading applications.........................................................	25
Downloading applications from Google Play™................................	25
Downloading applications from other sources.................................	25
Internet and networks................................................................	26
Browsing the web.............................................................................	26
Internet and messaging settings......................................................	26
Wi-Fi®..............................................................................................	27
Sharing your mobile data connection...............................................	29
Controlling data usage.....................................................................	30
Selecting cellular networks...............................................................	31
Virtual private networks (VPNs).......................................................	31
Synchronizing data on your device..........................................	33
Synchronizing with online accounts.................................................	33
Synchronizing with Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®..................	33
Synchronizing with Outlook using a computer.................................	34
Basic settings.............................................................................	36
Accessing settings...........................................................................	36
Sound, ringtone, and volume...........................................................	36
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SIM card protection..........................................................................	37
Screen settings................................................................................	37
Screen lock......................................................................................	38
Language settings............................................................................	39
Date and time...................................................................................	39
Enhancing the sound output............................................................	40

Typing text..................................................................................	41
On-screen keyboard.........................................................................	41
Entering text using voice input.........................................................	42
Editing text.......................................................................................	42
Personalizing the Xperia keyboard..................................................	43

Calling..........................................................................................	44
Making calls.....................................................................................	44
Receiving calls.................................................................................	45
Ongoing calls...................................................................................	46
Using the call log..............................................................................	46
Forwarding calls...............................................................................	47
Restricting calls................................................................................	47
Multiple calls.....................................................................................	47
Conference calls..............................................................................	48
Voicemail..........................................................................................	48
Emergency calls...............................................................................	49

Contacts......................................................................................	50
Transferring contacts.......................................................................	50
Searching and viewing contacts.......................................................	51
Adding and editing contacts.............................................................	52
Favorites and groups.......................................................................	53
Sending contact information.............................................................	53
Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application.....................	53
Backing up contacts.........................................................................	54

Messaging and chat...................................................................	55
Reading and sending messages......................................................	55
Organizing your messages..............................................................	56
Calling from a message...................................................................	57
Messaging settings..........................................................................	57
Instant messaging and video chat....................................................	57

Email............................................................................................	59
Setting up email...............................................................................	59
Sending and receiving email messages...........................................	59
Email preview pane..........................................................................	61
Organizing your email messages.....................................................	61
Email account settings.....................................................................	62
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Gmail™

............................................................................................62

Music...........................................................................................	64
Transferring music to your device....................................................	64
Listening to music............................................................................	64
WALKMAN homescreen .................................................................	65
Playlists............................................................................................	66
Sharing music..................................................................................	67
Enhancing the sound.......................................................................	68
Visualizer .........................................................................................	68
Recognizing music with TrackID™..................................................	68
Music Unlimited online service.........................................................	70

FM radio......................................................................................	71
Listening to the radio........................................................................	71
Favorite radio channels....................................................................	72
Sound settings.................................................................................	72

Camera........................................................................................	73
Taking photos and recording videos................................................	73
Face detection..................................................................................	74
Using Smile Shutter™ to capture smiling faces...............................	74
Adding the geographical position to your photos.............................	75
General camera settings..................................................................	75
Still camera settings.........................................................................	77
Video camera settings......................................................................	80

Photos and videos in Album......................................................	82
Viewing photos and videos..............................................................	82
Sharing and managing photos and videos.......................................	83
Editing photos with the Photo editor application..............................	84
Photo albums...................................................................................	85
Viewing your photos on a map.........................................................	86

Videos..........................................................................................	88
Watching videos in the Movies application......................................	88
Transferring video content to your device........................................	89
Managing video content...................................................................	89
Video Unlimited service....................................................................	90

Connectivity................................................................................	91
Sharing content with DLNA Certified™ devices...............................	91
NFC..................................................................................................	93
Bluetooth® wireless technology.......................................................	94

Smart apps and features that save you time...........................	98
Controlling accessories and settings with Smart Connect...............	98
Using your device as a fitness hub with ANT+™.............................	99
Using your device as a wallet...........................................................	99
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Travel and maps.......................................................................	101
Using location services..................................................................	101
Google Maps™ and navigation......................................................	101
Using data traffic when traveling....................................................	102
Airplane mode................................................................................	103
Calendar and alarm clock.......................................................	104
Calendar.........................................................................................	104
Alarm and clock..............................................................................	105
Support and maintenance.......................................................	107
Support for your device..................................................................	107
Computer tools...............................................................................	107
Updating your device.....................................................................	108
Finding a lost device .....................................................................	109
IMEI number...................................................................................	110
Battery and power management....................................................	110
Memory and storage......................................................................	112
Managing files using a computer...................................................	113
Backing up and restoring content...................................................	114
Restarting and resetting.................................................................	115
Recycling your device....................................................................	116
Limitations to services and features...............................................	116
Legal information............................................................................	116

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Getting started

About this User guide

This is the Xperia™ M2 User guide for the Android™ 4.3 (Jelly Bean) software version. If you're not sure which software version your device is running, you can check it via the Settings menu. For more information about software updates, see

Updating your device.

To check the current software version of your device

1From your Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > About phone > Android version.

Overview

1Proximity/Light sensor

2 Charging/Notification light

3Ear speaker

4Front camera lens

5 Micro SIM and memory card slot cover

6Power key

7 Volume/Zoom key

8 Camera key

9 Strap hole

10Speaker

11Illuminating bar

12Main microphone

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13Wi-Fi/GPS/Bluetooth antenna area

14Main camera lens

15Camera light

16Headset jack

17Second microphone

18Port for charger/USB cable

19NFC detection area

Assembly

A protective plastic sheet is attached to the screen. You should peel off this sheet before using the touchscreen. Otherwise, the touchscreen might not function properly.

To insert the micro SIM card

1Insert a fingernail into the gap between the micro SIM card slot cover and the device, then detach the cover.

2With the gold-colored contacts facing down, insert the micro SIM card into the slot until you hear a locking sound.

3Re-attach the micro SIM card slot cover.

To insert a memory card

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1Insert a fingernail into the gap between the memory card cover and the device, then detach the memory card cover.

2Place the memory card in the memory card slot, with the gold-colored contacts facing down, then push the memory card all the way into the slot until you hear a locking sound.

3Re-attach the memory card cover.

To remove the micro SIM card

1Remove the cover of the micro SIM card slot.

2Press the micro SIM card and inward and then release it quickly.

3Draw the card outward to remove it fully.

4Re-attach the micro SIM card slot cover.

To remove the memory card

1Turn off the device.

2Remove the cover of the memory card slot, then press against the edge of the memory card and release it.

3Draw the card outwards to remove it fully.

Starting your device for the first time

The first time you start your device, a setup guide opens to help you configure basic settings, sign in to some accounts, and personalize your device. For example, if you have a Sony Entertainment Network account, you can sign in to it here and get set up straightaway. And you can download Internet and Wi-Fi® settings.

You can also access the setup guide later from the Settings menu.

To turn on the device

Make sure that the battery is charged for at least 30 minutes before you turn on the device for the first time.

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1	Press and hold down the power key until the device vibrates.
2	If your screen goes dark, briefly press the power key to activate the screen.
3	Enter your SIM card PIN when requested, then tap .

4If your screen is locked, place a finger on the screen and swipe up or down to unlock it.

5Wait a while for the device to start.

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

	To turn off the device
1	Press and hold down the power key until the options menu opens.
2	In the options menu, tap Power off.
3	Tap OK.
	It may take a while for the device to shut down.

Why do I need a Google™ account?

Your Xperia™ device from Sony runs on the Android™ platform developed by Google™. A range of Google™ applications and services are available on your device when you purchase it, for example, Gmail™, Google Maps™, YouTube™, and Google Play™—the online store for downloading Android™ applications. To get the most out of these services, you need a Google™ account. For example, a Google™ account is mandatory if you want to:

•Download and install applications from Google Play™.

•Synchronize email, contacts, and the calendar.

•Chat with friends using the Hangouts™ application.

•Synchronize your browsing history and bookmarks.

For more information about Android™ and Google™, go to www.sonymobile.com/support.

To set up a Google™ account on your device 1 From your Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > Add account > Google.

3Follow the registration wizard to create a Google™ account, or sign in if you already have an account.

You can also sign in to or create a Google™ account from the setup guide the first time you start your device. Or you can go online and create an account at www.google.com/accounts.

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Charging your device

The battery is partly charged when you buy the device. You can still use your device while it is charging. Read more about the battery and how to improve the performance

in Battery and power management on page 110.

To charge your device

1Plug the charger into a power outlet.

2Plug one end of the USB cable into the charger (or into the USB port of a computer).

3Plug 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.

4When the device is fully charged, disconnect the cable from your device by pulling it straight outward. Make sure not to bend the connector.

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

Battery notification light status

Green	The battery charge level is greater than 90%

Flashing red	The battery is charging and the battery charge level is less than 15%

Orange	The battery is charging and the battery charge level is less than 90%

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Learning the basics

Using the touchscreen

Tapping

•Open or select an item.

•Mark or unmark a checkbox or option.

•Enter text using the on-screen keyboard.

Touching and holding

•Move an item.

•Activate an item-specific menu.

•Activate selection mode, for example, to select several items from a list.

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Pinching and spreading

•Zoom in or out on a web page, a photo, or a map.

Swiping

•Scroll up or down a list.

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

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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. In other words, you have to swipe up or down on the screen to unlock it. You can later change the security settings and add other kinds of locks. See Screen lock on the 38page.

To activate the screen

•Briefly press the power key .

To lock the screen

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

Home screen

The Home screen is the starting point for using your device. It's similar to the desktop on a computer screen. Your Home screen can have up to seven panes, which extend beyond the regular screen display width. The number of Home screen panes is represented by a series of dots at the top of the Home screen. The highlighted dot shows the pane that you are currently in.

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To go to the Home screen

•Press .

To browse the Home screen

Home screen panes

You can add new panes to your Home screen (up to a maximum of seven panes) and delete panes. You can also set the pane that you want to use as the main Home screen pane.

To set a pane as the main Home screen pane

1Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates.

2Flick left or right to browse to the pane that you want to set as your main Home screen pane, then tap .

To add a pane to your Home screen

1Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates.

2Flick left or right to browse the panes, then tap .

To delete a pane from your Home screen

1Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates.

2Flick left or right to browse to the pane that you want to delete, then tap .

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Application screen

The Application screen, which you open from the Homescreen, contains the applications that come pre-installed on your device as well as applications that you download.

	To view all applications on the Application screen
1	From your Home screen, tap .
2	Flick left or right on the Application screen.

To open an application from the Application screen

• Flick left or right to find the application, then tap the application.

To open the Application screen menu

• When the Application screen is open, drag the left edge of the screen to the right.

To move an application on the Application screen

1 To open the Application screen menu, drag the left edge of the Application screen to the right.

2 Make sure Own order is selected under SHOW APPS.

3 Touch and hold the application until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then drag it to the new location.

To add an application shortcut to the Home screen

1 From the Application screen, touch and hold an application icon until the screen vibrates, then drag the icon to the top of the screen. The Home screen opens.

2 Drag the icon to the desired location on the Home screen, then release your finger.

To arrange applications on the Application screen

1 To open the Application screen menu, drag the left edge of the Application screen to the right.

2 Select the desired option under SHOW APPS.

To search for an application from the Application screen

1To open the Application screen menu, drag the left edge of the Application screen to the right.

2Tap Search apps.

3Enter the name of the application you want to search for.

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To uninstall an application from the Application screen

1 To open the Application screen menu, drag the left edge of the Application screen to the right.

2 Tap Uninstall. All uninstallable applications are indicated by . 3 Tap the application that you want to uninstall, then tap Uninstall.

Navigating applications

You can navigate between applications using the navigation keys, the small apps bar, and the recently used applications window, which lets you switch easily between all recently used applications. Some applications are closed when you press to exit while others continue to run in the background or pause. If the application is paused or runs in the background, you can continue where you left off the next time you open the application.

1 Recently used applications window – Open a recently used application

2Small apps bar – Open a small app

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

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

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

To open the recently used applications window

•Press .

To open a menu in an application

•While using the application, press .

A menu is not available in all applications.

Small apps

You can get quick access to several small apps at any time using the small apps bar.

A small app only takes up a small area of your screen, so you can interact with a small app and another application at the same time on the same screen. For example, you can have a web page open and then open the Calculator small app on top of it and perform calculations. You can download more small apps from Google Play™.

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	To open a small app
1	To make the small apps 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 small apps bar, tap	, then tap and tap .
2	Search for the small app that you want to download, then follow the instructions
	to download it and complete the installation.

To move a small app

•When the small app is open, touch and hold the top left corner of the small app, then move it to the desired location.

To minimize a small app

•When the small app is open, touch and hold the top left corner of the small app, then drag it to the right edge or to the bottom edge of the screen.

To rearrange the small apps in the small apps bar

•Touch and hold a small app and drag it to the desired position.

To remove a small app from the small apps bar

•Touch and hold a small app, then drag it to .

To restore a previously removed small app 1 Open the small apps bar, then tap .

2Touch and hold the small app you want to restore, then drag it into the small apps bar.

	To add a widget as a small app
1	To make the small apps bar appear, press .
2	Tap > > .

3Select a widget.

4Enter a name for the widget, if desired, then tap OK.

Widgets

Widgets are small applications that you can use directly on your Homescreen. They also function as shortcuts. For example, the Weather widget allows you to see basic weather information directly on your Homescreen. But when you tap the widget, the full Weather application opens. You can download additional widgets from Google

Play™.

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To add a widget to the Home screen

1Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates, then tap Widgets.

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

To resize a widget

1Touch 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.

2Drag the dots inward or outward to shrink or expand the widget.

3To 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 delete a widget

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

	To add a widget to the lock screen
1	To activate the screen, briefly press the power key .
2	Swipe inward from the top-left area of the screen until appears, then tap it.

3If required, enter your PIN code, pattern, or password to unlock the screen.

4Find and tap the widget that you want to add.

5Follow the on-screen instructions, if necessary, to finish adding the widget.

Shortcuts and folders

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

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1 Access a folder containing applications

2Access an application using a shortcut

To add a shortcut to your Home screen

1Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates and the customization menu appears.

2In the customization menu, tap Apps.

3Scroll 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 Shortcuts and then select an application from the list available. If you use this method to add shortcuts, some of the applications available allow you to add specific functionality to the shortcut.

To move an item on the Home screen

•Touch and hold the item until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then drag the item to the new location.

To delete an item from the Home screen

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

To create a folder on the Home screen

•Touch and hold an application icon or a shortcut until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then drag and drop it on top of another application icon or shortcut.

To add items to a folder on the Home screen

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

To rename a folder on the Home screen

1Tap the folder to open it.

2Tap the folder's title bar to show the Folder name field.

3Enter the new folder name and tap Done.

Background and themes

You can adapt the Home screen to your own style using wallpapers and different themes. You can also change the wallpaper on the lock screen.

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To change your Home screen wallpaper

1Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates.

2Tap Wallpapers and select an option.

To set a theme

1Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates.

2Tap Themes, then select a theme.

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

To change the wallpaper for the lock screen

1Drag the status bar downward, then tap .

2Tap Personalization > Lock screen.

3Select an option, then follow the instructions to change your wallpaper.

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

1Press and hold down the power key and the volume down key simultaneously until you hear a clicking sound.

2To view the screenshot, drag the status bar fully downwards.

Status and notifications

The icons in the status bar inform you of events such as new messages and calendar notifications, activities in progress such as file downloads, and status information such as battery level and signal strength. You can drag down the status bar to open the

Notification panel and handle your notifications.

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To open or close the Notification panel

You can also double tap to open the Notification panel.

To take action on a notification

•Tap the notification.

To dismiss a notification from the Notification panel

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

To clear all notifications from the Notification panel

•Tap Clear.

Notification light

The notification light informs you about battery status and some other events. For example, a flashing white light means there is a new message or a missed call.

Icons in the status bar

Status icons

Signal strength

No signal

Roaming

LTE is available

GPRS is available

EDGE is available

3G is available

Cellular data network is available

Sending and downloading LTE data

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Sending and downloading GPRS data

Sending and downloading EDGE data

Sending and downloading 3G data

Sending and downloading cellular data

Battery status

The battery is charging

STAMINA mode is activated

Airplane mode is activated

The Bluetooth® function is activated

The SIM card is not inserted

The microphone is muted

The speakerphone is on

Silent mode

Vibrate mode

An alarm is set

Synchronization is ongoing

Problem with sign-in or synchronization

ANT+™ is available

Depending on your service provider, network, and/or region, the functions or services represented by some icons in this list may not be available.

Notification icons

The following notification icons may appear on your screen:

New email message

New text message or multimedia message

New voicemail

Upcoming calendar event

A song is playing

The device is connected to a computer via a USB cable

Warning message

Error message

Missed call

Call ongoing

Call on hold

Call forwarding is turned on

A Wi-Fi® connection is enabled and wireless networks are available

Software updates are available

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Downloading data

Uploading data

More (undisplayed) notifications

GPS is activated

Application overview

Use the Alarm and clock application to set various kinds of alarms.

Use your web browser to navigate and view web pages, manage bookmarks, and manage text and images.

Use the Calculator application to perform basic calculations.

Use the Calendar application to keep track of your events and manage your appointments.

Use the camera to take photos and record video clips.

Use the Contacts application to manage phone numbers, email address and other information related to your contacts.

Access your downloaded applications.

Use the Email application to send and receive emails through both private and corporate accounts.

Use the Facebook™ application to engage in social networking with friends, family members and colleagues around the world.

Browse and listen to FM radio stations.

Use the Album application to view and to work with your photos and videos.

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

Search for information in your device and on the web.

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

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

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

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

Use the "WALKMAN" application to organize and play music, audio books and podcasts.

View news stories and weather forecasts.

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

Use the Video Unlimited application to rent and purchase videos.

Optimize settings to suit your own requirements.

Use the Hangouts™ application to chat with friends online.

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

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Use YouTube™ to share and view videos from around the world.

Use the Support application to access user support in the device. For example, you can access a User guide, troubleshooting information, plus tips and tricks.

Download and install new applications and updates.

Some applications are not supported by all networks and/or service providers in all areas.

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Downloading applications

Downloading applications from Google Play™

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

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

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

To download an application from Google Play™ 1 From the Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Play Store.

3Find an item you wish to download by browsing categories, or by using the search function.

4Tap the item to view its details, and follow the instructions to complete the installation.

Some applications may need to access data, settings, and various functions on your device in order to work properly. Only install and give permissions to applications you trust.

You can view the permissions granted to a downloaded application by tapping the application under Settings > Apps.

Downloading applications from other sources

When your device is set to allow downloads from sources other than Google Play™, you can download applications directly from other websites by following the relevant download instructions.

Installing applications of unknown or unreliable origin can damage your device. Only download applications from reliable sources. Contact the application provider if you have any questions or concerns.

To allow the download of applications from other sources 1 From your Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > Security.

3Mark the Unknown sources checkbox.

4Tap OK.

Some applications may need to access data, settings, and various functions on your device in order to work properly. Only install and give permissions to applications you trust.

You can view the permissions granted to a downloaded application by tapping the application under Settings > Apps.

	Internet and networks
	Browsing the web
	The Google Chrome™ web browser for Android™ devices comes pre-installed in
	most markets. Go to http://support.google.com/chrome and click the "Chrome for
	Mobile" link to get more detailed information about how to use this web browser.
	To browse with Google Chrome™
1	From your Home screen, tap .
2	Find and tap .

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

Google™ account or browse with Google Chrome™ anonymously.

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

Go on the keyboard.

1 Search and address field

2Refresh the page

3 Access browser tabs

4View help and options

5Go back a page in the browser history

Internet and messaging settings

To send multimedia messages or access the Internet when there is no available Wi-

Fi® network, you must have a working cellular data connection with the correct

Internet and messaging settings. Here are some tips:

•For most mobile networks and operators, Internet and messaging settings come preinstalled on your device. You can then start using the Internet and send multimedia messages right away.

•In some cases you get the option to download Internet and messaging settings the first time you turn on your device when a SIM card is inserted. It is also possible to download these settings later from the Settings menu.

•You can manually add, change, or delete Internet and messaging settings on your device any time. Contact your service provider for detailed information.

Sometimes you need to wait a bit to have a working cellular data connection, especially when the signal strength is weak and unstable. To increase the signal strength from your cellular network, move to an open location free from obstructions or get close to a window.

To download Internet and messaging settings

1From your Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > More… > Internet settings.

3Tap Accept. appears in the status bar once the settings have been downloaded successfully.

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

To add Internet settings manually

1From your Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > More… > Mobile networks.

3Tap Access Point Names > .

4Tap Name and enter the name of the network profile that you want to create.

5Tap APN and enter the access point name.

6Enter all other information required by your network operator.

7When you're done, tap , then tap Save.

To view the current Access Point Name (APN)

1From your Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > More… > Mobile networks.

3Tap Access Point Names.

If you have several available connections, the active network connection is indicated by a marked button .

To delete all Internet and messaging settings

1From your Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > More… > Mobile networks.

3Tap Access Point Names, then tap .

4Tap Reset to default. All Internet and messaging settings are deleted.

Wi-Fi®

Use Wi-Fi® connections to surf the Internet, download applications, or send and receive email. Once you have connected to a Wi-Fi® network, your device remembers the network and automatically connects to it the next time you come within range.

Some Wi-Fi® networks require you to log in to a web page before you can get access.

Contact the relevant Wi-Fi® network administrator for more information. Available Wi-Fi® networks may be open or secured:

•Open networks are indicated by next to the Wi-Fi® network name.

•Secured networks are indicated by next to the Wi-Fi® network name.

Some Wi-Fi® networks do not show up in the list of available networks because they do not broadcast their network name (SSID). If you know the network name, you can add it manually to your list of available Wi-Fi® networks.

To turn on Wi-Fi®

1 From your Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings.

3Drag the slider beside Wi-Fi to the right to turn on the Wi-Fi® function.

It may take a few seconds before Wi-Fi® is enabled.

To connect to a Wi-Fi® network automatically 1 From your Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings.

3Tap Wi-Fi. All available Wi-Fi® networks are displayed.

4Tap a Wi-Fi® network to connect to it. For secured networks, enter the relevant password. is displayed in the status bar once you are connected.

To search for new available networks, tap , and then tap Scan.

To add a Wi-Fi® network manually 1 From your Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.

3Tap .

4Enter the Network SSID information.

5To select a security type, tap the Security field.

6If required, enter a password.

7To edit some advanced options such as proxy and IP settings, mark the Show advanced options checkbox and then edit as desired.

8Tap Save.

Contact your Wi-Fi® network administrator to get the network SSID and password.

Increasing Wi-Fi® signal strength

There are a number of things you can do to increase the strength of a Wi-Fi® signal:

•Move your device closer to the Wi-Fi® access point.

•Move the Wi-Fi® access point away from any potential obstructions or interference.

•Don’t cover the Wi-Fi® antenna area of your device (the highlighted area in the illustration).

Your device can only connect to an FCC-approved access point when using 5 GHz WLAN for indoor and outdoor operation. This is because operation in the 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz frequency band is only permitted for indoor use.

Wi-Fi® settings

When you are connected to a Wi-Fi® network or when there are Wi-Fi® networks available in your vicinity, it is possible to view the status of these networks. You can also enable your device to notify you whenever an open Wi-Fi® network is detected.

If you are not connected to a Wi-Fi® network, your device uses a cellular data connection to access the Internet (if you have set up and enabled a cellular data connection on your device). By adding a Wi-Fi® sleep policy, you can specify when to switch from Wi-Fi® to cellular data.

	To enable Wi-Fi® network notifications
1	Turn on Wi-Fi®, if it is not already on.
2	From your Home screen, tap .

3Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.

4Press .

5Tap Advanced.

6Mark the Network notification checkbox.

To view detailed information about a connected Wi-Fi® network 1 From the Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.

3Tap the Wi-Fi® network that you are currently connected to. Detailed network information is displayed.

To add a Wi-Fi® sleep policy 1 From the Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi.

3Press .

4Tap Advanced.

5Tap Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep.

6Select an option.

Sharing your mobile data connection

You can share your device's mobile data connection with a single computer using a USB cable. This process is called USB tethering. You can also share your device's data connection with up to eight other devices at once by turning your device into a portable Wi-Fi® hotspot. When your device's mobile data connection is successfully shared, the sharing devices can use your device's data connection, for example, to surf the Internet, download applications, or send and receive emails.

You may need to prepare your computer to establish a network connection via USB cable. Go to www.android.com/tether to get the most current information.

To share your data connection using a USB cable

1Deactivate all USB cable connections to your device.

2Using the USB cable that came with your device, connect your device to a computer.

3From your Home screen, tap .

4Find and tap Settings > More… > Tethering & portable hotspot.

5Mark the USB tethering checkbox, then tap OK if prompted. is displayed in the status bar once you are connected.

6To stop sharing your data connection, unmark the USB tethering checkbox or disconnect the USB cable.

You cannot share your device's data connection and SD card over a USB cable at the same time.

To use your device as a portable Wi-Fi® hotspot

1From your Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > More… > Tethering & portable hotspot.

3Tap Portable Wi-Fi hotspot settings > Configure Wi-Fi hotspot.

4Enter the Network SSID information.

5To select a security type, tap the Security field. If required, enter a password.

6Tap Save.

7 Tap and mark the Portable Wi-Fi hotspot checkbox.

8If prompted, tap OK to confirm. appears in the status bar once the portable Wi-Fi® hotspot is active.

9To stop sharing your data connection via Wi-Fi®, unmark the Portable Wi-Fi hotspot checkbox.

To rename or secure your portable hotspot

1From the Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > More… > Tethering & portable hotspot.

3Tap Portable Wi-Fi hotspot settings > Configure Wi-Fi hotspot.

4Enter the Network SSID for the network.

5To select a security type, tap the Security field.

6If required, enter a password.

7Tap Save.

Controlling data usage

You can keep track of the amount of data transferred to and from your device over your mobile data or Wi-Fi® connection during a given period. For example, you can view the amount of data used by individual applications. For data transferred over your mobile data connection, you can also set data usage warnings and limits to avoid additional charges.

Adjusting data usage settings can help you keep greater control over data usage but cannot guarantee the prevention of additional charges.

To turn cellular data traffic on or off

1From your Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > Data usage.

3Drag the slider beside Mobile data traffic accordingly to turn cellular data traffic on or off.

When cellular data traffic is turned off, your device can still establish Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® connections.

To set a data usage warning

1Make sure cellular data traffic is turned on.

2From your Home screen, tap .

3Find and tap Settings > Data usage.

4To set the warning level, drag the warning line to the desired value. You receive a warning notification when the amount of data traffic approaches the level you set.

To set a cellular data usage limit

1Make sure cellular data traffic is turned on.

2From your Home screen, tap .

3Find and tap Settings > Data usage.

4Mark the Set mobile data limit checkbox if it is not marked, then tap OK.

5To set the cellular data usage limit, drag the corresponding line to the desired value.

Once your cellular data usage reaches the set limit, cellular data traffic on your device gets turned off automatically.

To control the cellular data usage of individual applications

1From your Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > Data usage.

3Find and tap the desired application.

4Mark the Restrict background data checkbox.

5To access more specific settings for the application (if available), tap View app settings and make the desired changes.

The performance of individual applications may be affected if you change the related data usage settings.

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Sony Ericsson Xperia M2 D2303, Xperia M2 D2306, Xperia M2 D2305 User Guide

Contents

Getting started

About this User guide

Overview

Assembly

Starting your device for the first time

Charging your device

Learning the basics

Using the touchscreen

Locking and unlocking the screen

Home screen

Application screen

Navigating applications

Small apps

Widgets

Shortcuts and folders

Background and themes

Taking a screenshot

Status and notifications

Icons in the status bar

Application overview

Downloading applications

Downloading applications from other sources

Internet and networks

Browsing the web

Internet and messaging settings

Sharing your mobile data connection

Controlling data usage