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User guide

Xperia™ L1
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Getting started............................................................................... 6
About this User guide........................................................................ 6
Overview............................................................................................ 6
Assembly........................................................................................... 7
Screen protection...............................................................................8
Starting your device for the first time.................................................8
Why do I need a Google™ account?.................................................9
Device security............................................................................. 10
Making sure your device is protected..............................................10
Screen lock...................................................................................... 10
Unlocking your device automatically............................................... 12
SIM card protection......................................................................... 15
Using multiple SIM cards................................................................. 15
Finding the identification number of your device.............................16
Finding a lost device ....................................................................... 17
Learning the basics...................................................................... 19
Using the touchscreen..................................................................... 19
Locking and unlocking the screen................................................... 20
Home screen....................................................................................21
Application screen........................................................................... 22
Navigating applications....................................................................24
Widgets............................................................................................ 25
Shortcuts and folders...................................................................... 26
Background and themes..................................................................26
Taking a screenshot......................................................................... 27
Notifications..................................................................................... 27
Icons in the status bar..................................................................... 30
Applications overview...................................................................... 31
Battery and maintenance............................................................. 34
Charging your device....................................................................... 34
Battery and power management..................................................... 35
Updating your device.......................................................................37
Maintenance using a computer....................................................... 38
Storage and memory....................................................................... 39
Backing up and restoring content....................................................41
Downloading applications............................................................44
Downloading applications from Google Play™............................... 44
Downloading applications from other sources................................ 44

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Internet and networks.................................................................. 45
Browsing the web............................................................................ 45
Internet and MMS settings ............................................................. 45
Wi-Fi.................................................................................................46
Sharing your mobile data connection.............................................. 48
Controlling data usage.....................................................................49
Selecting a SIM card for data traffic................................................ 50
Selecting mobile networks...............................................................51
Virtual private networks (VPNs)........................................................51
Synchronising data on your device.............................................. 53
Synchronising with online accounts................................................ 53
Synchronising with Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®................. 53
Basic settings...............................................................................55
Accessing settings........................................................................... 55
Volume settings................................................................................55
Do not disturb mode........................................................................ 56
Screen settings................................................................................ 57
Application settings......................................................................... 58
Resetting your applications............................................................. 60
Screen saver.................................................................................... 60
Language settings............................................................................61
Date and time...................................................................................61
Enhancing the sound output............................................................62
Multiple user accounts.....................................................................62
Typing text.................................................................................... 65
On-screen keyboards...................................................................... 65
Editing text....................................................................................... 66
Calling.......................................................................................... 67
Making calls..................................................................................... 67
Receiving calls................................................................................. 68
Ongoing calls................................................................................... 69
Using the call log............................................................................. 70
Forwarding calls...............................................................................70
Restricting calls................................................................................71
Multiple calls.................................................................................... 72
Conference calls.............................................................................. 72
Voicemail..........................................................................................73
Emergency calls...............................................................................73
Contacts.......................................................................................74
Searching and viewing contacts...................................................... 74
Adding and editing contacts............................................................75
Transferring contacts....................................................................... 76

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Backing up contacts........................................................................ 77
Adding medical and emergency contact information...................... 77
Favourites........................................................................................ 78
Sending contact information............................................................78
Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application................... 79
Messaging and chat.....................................................................80
Reading and sending messages......................................................80
Organising your messages.............................................................. 81
Calling from Messaging................................................................... 82
Messaging settings.......................................................................... 82
Video chat........................................................................................ 82
Email.............................................................................................83
Setting up email............................................................................... 83
Sending and receiving email messages...........................................83
Organising your email messages..................................................... 84
Email account settings.....................................................................85
Gmail™............................................................................................ 85
Music and FM radio..................................................................... 87
Transferring music to your device....................................................87
Listening to music............................................................................87
Music menu..................................................................................... 89
Playlists............................................................................................ 89
Sharing music.................................................................................. 90
Enhancing the sound....................................................................... 90
Listening to the radio....................................................................... 90
Favourite radio channels..................................................................92
Radio sound settings....................................................................... 92
Camera.........................................................................................93
Taking photos and recording videos................................................93
General camera settings.................................................................. 94
Still camera settings.........................................................................97
Video camera settings..................................................................... 99
Photos and videos in Album...................................................... 101
Viewing photos and videos............................................................ 101
Album home screen menu............................................................. 102
Sharing and managing photos and videos.................................... 103
Editing photos with the Photo editor application...........................104
Editing videos with the Video editor application............................104
Hiding photos and videos.............................................................. 105
Viewing your photos on a map...................................................... 105
Videos.........................................................................................107
The Video application.................................................................... 107

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Transferring video content to your device..................................... 108
Managing video content................................................................ 108
Connectivity............................................................................... 109
Mirroring the screen of your device wirelessly on a TV................. 109
Displaying files on another device using Cast............................... 109
Connecting your device to USB accessories................................ 110
NFC................................................................................................111
Bluetooth® wireless technology.................................................... 113
Smart apps and features that save you time............................. 116
Google Search & Now....................................................................116
Using your device as a wallet........................................................ 116
Travel and maps......................................................................... 117
Using location services.................................................................. 117
Google Maps™ and navigation..................................................... 117
Using data traffic when travelling.................................................. 118
Airplane mode................................................................................118
Clock and Calendar....................................................................119
Calendar.........................................................................................119
Clock..............................................................................................119
Accessibility............................................................................... 122
Magnification gesture.................................................................... 122
Font size.........................................................................................122
Display size.................................................................................... 122
Colour correction........................................................................... 122
TalkBack.........................................................................................122
Mono audio.................................................................................... 123
TTY (Teletypewriter) mode............................................................. 123
Switch Access............................................................................... 123
Support and legal.......................................................................125
Support application....................................................................... 125
Xperia™ Tips..................................................................................125
Help in menus and applications.....................................................125
Running diagnostic tests on your device.......................................125
Restarting, resetting and repairing.................................................125
Help us improve our software........................................................ 127
Warranty, SAR and usage guidelines.............................................127
Recycling your device....................................................................127
Legal information........................................................................... 127

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About this User guide
This is the ;SHULDറ/ User guide for the $QGURLGറ software version. If you're
not sure which software version your device is running, you can check it in the
Settings menu.
System and application updates can present the features in your device in another way than
described in this User guide. The Android™ version might not be affected in an update. For
more information about software updates, see Updating your device on page 37.

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Some of the services and features described in this User guide may not be supported
in all countries or regions, or by all networks or service providers. The GSM
International Emergency Number can always be used in all countries, regions,
networks and by all service providers, provided that the device is connected to the
mobile network. Please contact your network operator or service provider to
determine the availability of any specific service or feature and whether additional
access or usage fees apply.
The use of certain features and applications described in this guide may require
access to the internet. You may incur data connection charges when you connect to
the internet with your device. Contact your wireless service provider for more
information.

Overview

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1. Charging/Notification light 10. Charger/USB Type-C™ cable port
2. Headset jack 11. Speaker
3. Front camera lens 12. Wi-Fi/GPS/Bluetooth antenna area
4. Auxiliary microphone 13. Main camera lens
5. Ear speaker 14. Flashlight
6. Proximity/Light sensor 15. Nano SIM/Memory card slot cover
7. Volume key 16. NFC™ detection area
8. Power key 17. Main antenna area
9. Main microphone

Assembly
Your device only supports nano SIM cards. The nano SIM cards and the memory
card have separate slots in the same device. Make sure you don’t confuse the two.
To prevent data loss, make sure you turn off your device or unmount the memory card before
you drag out the holder to remove the nano SIM card (or cards) or memory card from the
device.

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Do not cut your SIM cards, for example using a blade or scissors, as this may damage your
device.

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 Using your fingernail, drag out the nano SIM card tray.
 Firmly place the primary SIM card (SIM 1) in the correct orientation in position
(1) as shown in the illustration.
 Firmly place the additional SIM card (SIM 2) in the correct orientation in
position (2) as shown in the illustration.
 Insert the memory card in the correct orientation into the memory card slot as
shown in the illustration.
 Gently push the tray back into the slot until it fits into place.

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 Turn off your device.


 With the screen facing down, open the nano SIM/Memory card slot cover.
 Drag out the nano SIM card tray using your fingernail.
 Remove the nano SIM card, then gently push the tray back into the slot until it
fits into place.
 Close the nano SIM/Memory card slot cover.

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 Turn off your device.


 With the device facing down, open the nano SIM/Memory card slot cover.
 Gently push in the memory card to release it from its slot. Remove the memory
card and close the nano SIM/Memory card slot cover.

Screen protection
Before using your device, remove the protection film by pulling up on the protruding tab.

Screen covers and protectors may help you protect your device against damage. We
recommend you use only those screen covers intended for your Xperia™ device. The
use of third party screen protection accessories may prevent your device from
working correctly by covering sensors, lenses, speakers, or microphones and can
invalidate the warranty.

Starting your device for the first time


It is recommended that you charge the battery for at least 30 minutes before starting
up your device for the first time. You can still use your device while it is charging, see
Charging your device on page 34.
The first time you start your device, a setup guide helps you to configure basic
settings, personalise your device and sign in to your accounts, for example a
Google™ account.

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It is important to use the USB Type-C™ cable (provided) when charging your device as other
types of USB cable can damage your device. It is recommended to charge the battery for at
least 30 minutes before you turn on the device for the first time.

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 Press and hold down the power key until the device vibrates.
 Enter your PIN for SIM card 1 and SIM card 2 when requested, then tap .
 Wait a moment 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 .

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 Press and hold down the power key until the options menu opens.
 In the options menu, tap 3RZHURII.
It may take a while for the device to shut down.

Why do I need a Google™ account?


Your Xperia™ device from Sony runs on the Android™ platform developed by
Google™. A range of Google™ applications and services is available on your device
when you purchase it, for example, Gmail™, Google Maps™, YouTube™ and the
Play Store™ application, which gives you access to the Google Play™ online store
for downloading Android™ applications. To get the most out of these services, you
need a Google™ account. For example, a Google™ account enables you to do all of
the following:
ವ Download and install applications from Google Play™.
ವ Synchronise your email, contacts and calendar using Gmail™.
ವ Chat with friends using the Duo™ application.
ವ Synchronise your browsing history and bookmarks using the Google Chrome™ web
browser.
ವ Identify yourself as the authorised user after a software repair using Xperia™
Companion.
ವ Remotely find, lock or clear a lost or stolen device using the my Xperia™ or
Android™ Device Manager services.
For more information about Android™ and Google™, go to
http://support.google.com.
It is crucial that you remember your Google™ account username and password. In some
situations, you may need to identify yourself for security reasons using your Google™ account.
If you fail to give your Google™ username and password in such situations, your device is
locked. Also, if you have more than one Google™ account, make sure to enter the details for
the relevant account.

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 Follow the registration wizard to create a Google™ account, or sign in if you
already have an account.
You can also sign in to or create a Google™ account from the setup guide the first time you
start your device. Alternatively, you can go online and create an account at
www.google.com/accounts.

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 Tap 5HPRYHDFFRXQW again to confirm.
If you remove your Google™ account, any security features that are linked to your Google™
account will no longer be available.

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Making sure your device is protected
Your device includes several security options, strongly recommended in case of loss
or theft.
These options are as follows:
ವ Set a secure screen lock on your device using a PIN, password or pattern to prevent
anyone from accessing or resetting your device.
ವ Add a Google™ account to prevent others from using your device if it gets stolen or
wiped.
ವ Activate either the “Protection by my Xperia” or the Android™ Device Manager web
service. Using one of these services, you can remotely locate, lock or clear a lost
device.

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Certain protection features require you to either unlock your screen with your PIN,
password, pattern, or enter your Google™ account information. Below are examples
of protection features and their required credentials:

Factory Data You must unlock your screen before you are allowed to perform a
Reset Factory Data Reset.
protection

Protection by If you remotely reset your device using this service, you must enter
my Xperia the username and password for a Google™ account associated with
the service. The device must be connected to the internet before the
setup process can be completed. Otherwise, you will not be able to
use your device after the reset.
Android™ If you remotely reset your device using this service, you must enter
Device the username and password for a Google™ account. The device
Manager
must be connected to the internet before the setup process can be
completed. Otherwise, you will not be able to use your device after
the reset.
Software repair You must enter your Google™ account username and password
when you start the device after the repair is complete.

For Android™ Device Manager, it is necessary to enter information from a Google™ account.
This can be any Google™ account which you have set up on the device as an owner. If you
cannot provide the relevant account information during a setup process, you won't be able to
use the device at all.

Screen lock
There are several screen lock options available. The security level of each lock type is
listed below in order of weakest to strongest:
ವ Swipe: no protection, but you have quick access to the Home screen.
ವ Pattern: draw a simple pattern with your finger to unlock your device.
ವ PIN: enter a numeric PIN of at least four digits to unlock your device.
ವ Password: enter an alpha-numeric password to unlock your device.
It is very important that you remember your screen lock pattern, PIN or password. If
you forget this information, it may not be possible to restore important data such as
contacts and messages. If you have set up a Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®
(EAS) account on your Xperia™ device, the EAS security settings may limit the lock
screen type to only a PIN or password. This occurs when your network administrator
specifies a lock screen type for all EAS accounts for enterprise security reasons.

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Contact the network administrator of your company or organisation to check what
network security policies are implemented for mobile devices.
For more settings for each screen lock type tap beside 6FUHHQORFN.

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If you enter an incorrect lock pattern five times in a row, you must wait 30 seconds before
trying again.

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 Re-enter and confirm your PIN, then tap 2..

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 Draw your screen unlock pattern, or enter your PIN or password depending on
which of these screen lock types is enabled.
 Tap 6ZLSH, then tap <(65(029(.

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If you’ve forgotten your screen lock PIN, password or pattern, you may be able to
reset it using the Protection by my Xperia service. No content on your device is lost
after you have performed a screen lock reset using this service.

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 Make sure you know your Google™ account username and password and that
you have enabled the Protection by my Xperia service on your device.
 Go to myxperia.sonymobile.com using any internet-connected device.
 Sign in using the same Google™ account that you have set up on your device.
 Click the picture of your device under <RXUGHYLFHV.
 Select /RFN to replace the current screen lock with a new PIN code.
 Follow the on-screen instructions provided by Protection by my Xperia.
Depending on your security settings, your device may lock after a screen lock reset. You then
need to enter your Google™ account username and password in order to use the device.

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Unlocking your device automatically
The Smart Lock feature lets you set your device to unlock automatically in certain
situations, for example, when connected to a Bluetooth® device or when carrying it
with you. When Smart Lock is enabled you still need to unlock your device manually
after restarting, and after leaving the device inactive for 4 hours.
Choose from the following Smart Lock settings:
ವ 2QERG\GHWHFWLRQ: Keep your device unlocked when carrying it with you.
ವ 7UXVWHGSODFHV: Keep your device unlocked when in a familiar, secure location, such
as your home.
ವ 7UXVWHGGHYLFHV: Keep your device unlocked when a trusted Bluetooth® or NFC
device is connected.
ವ 7UXVWHGIDFH: Unlock your device by looking at it.
ವ 7UXVWHGYRLFH: Use voice recognition to unlock your device from the lock screen or
while it’s charging, and activate Google™.
The Smart Lock feature is developed by Google™, so its functionality may be changed or
updated over time. Furthermore the feature may not be available in every market, country or
region.

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so.
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 Tap the 6PDUW/RFN *RRJOH slider to enable the function.
 Tap the back arrow next to 7UXVWDJHQWV.
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 Enter your pattern, PIN or password. You need to enter these credentials
whenever you want to change your Smart Lock settings.
 Select a Smart Lock type.

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Using the On-body detection feature, you can keep your device unlocked while
you're carrying it in your hand or in a pocket or bag. The accelerometer in your device
keeps your device unlocked while it senses that it's being carried. The device locks
when the accelerometer detects that the device has been put down.
When you use the On-body detection feature, you need to be aware of the following
behaviours:
ವ Any time you put your device down and it senses that it's no longer being carried, it
locks automatically.
ವ The device can take up to one minute to lock.
ವ After you get into a car, bus, train or other land vehicle, your device can take between
5 and 10 minutes to lock.
ವ Note that when you get on an airplane or a boat (or another non-land based vehicle),
your device may not lock automatically, so make sure to lock it manually if needed.

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ವ When you pick up your device again or get out of the vehicle, just unlock it once and
your device then stays unlocked for as long as you have it on you.
The On-body detection feature can't distinguish whose body is connected. If you give your
device to someone else while it's unlocked using On-body detection, your device may stay
unlocked for the other user. Keep in mind that On-body detection as a security feature is less
secure than a pattern, PIN, or password.

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You can designate a connected device as trusted and keep your Xperia™ device
unlocked while connected. If you have a device that you connect to regularly using
Bluetooth® or NFC, for example, a home entertainment system or a fitness tracker,
you can add it as a trusted device and bypass the added security of the lock screen
to save time. This feature is suitable if you’re normally in a relatively secure place
when you use these devices. In some cases, you may still need to manually unlock
your device before a trusted device can be connected.
It is not recommended to add devices that are constantly connected to your device as trusted
devices, for example, Bluetooth® keyboards or cases.

As soon as a trusted device is switched off or moves out of range, your screen locks and you
need your PIN, pattern or password to unlock it.

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you want to add as a trusted device.
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 In the Smart lock menu tap 7UXVWHGGHYLFHV > $''75867(''(9,&( >
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then tap <(6$''.
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Different Bluetooth® devices support different Bluetooth® standards and security
capabilities. There's a possibility that someone could keep your Xperia™ device
unlocked by imitating your Bluetooth® connection, even if your trusted device is no
longer nearby. Your device is not always able to determine whether your connection
is secure from someone trying to imitate it.

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When your device can't determine whether you're using a secure connection, you'll
get a notification on your Xperia™ device and may need to manually unlock it before
the trusted device can keep it unlocked.
Bluetooth® connectivity range can vary depending on factors like the model of your device,
the connected Bluetooth® device, and your environment. Depending on these factors,
Bluetooth® connections can work over distances up to 100 metres.

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When the Trusted places feature is set up, the lock screen security on your Xperia™
device gets disabled when you are in a designated trusted location. For this feature to
work, you must have an internet connection (preferably over Wi-Fi) and allow your
device to use your current location.
To set up trusted places, first make sure that high accuracy location mode or battery-
saving location mode is enabled on your device before you add home or custom
locations.
The exact dimensions of a trusted location are an estimate and may extend beyond the
physical walls of your home or other areas that you have added as a trusted locations. This
feature can keep your device unlocked within a radius of up to 80 metres. Also be aware that
location signals can be replicated or manipulated. Someone with access to specialised
equipment could unlock your device.

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searches for the entered location.

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location.
If other residences share your street address, you can add the actual location of your home
within the building complex as a custom place.

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You can add any location as a trusted, custom place where your device can remain
unlocked.

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device searches for the entered location. Tap the suggested address, to use it.
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location pin to the desired location, then tap 6HOHFWWKLVORFDWLRQ.

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 Select the place that you want to edit.
 Tap (GLW$GGUHVV.
 To enter another location, tap and then type the address. Your device
searches for the entered location. To use the suggested address, tap the
address.
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location pin to the desired location, then tap 6HOHFWWKLVORFDWLRQ.

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 Select the place that you want to remove.
 Tap 'HOHWH.

SIM card protection


You can lock and unlock each SIM card that you use in your device with a PIN
(Personal Identification Number). When a SIM card is locked, the subscription linked
to the card is protected against misuse, meaning that you have to enter a PIN every
time you start your device.
If you enter the PIN incorrectly too many times, your SIM card will get blocked. You
then need to enter your PUK (Personal Unblocking Key) and a new PIN. Your PIN and
PUK are supplied by your network operator.

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 From the Home screen, tap .
 Find and tap 6HWWLQJV > /RFNVFUHHQ VHFXULW\ > 6HWXS6,0FDUGORFN.
 Select a SIM card.
 Tap the /RFN6,0FDUG slider to enable or disable the SIM card lock.
 Enter the SIM card PIN and tap 2.. The SIM card lock is now active and you
will be prompted to enter the PIN every time you restart the device.

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 Select a SIM card.
 Tap &KDQJH6,03,1.
 Enter the old SIM card PIN and tap 2..
 Enter the new SIM card PIN and tap 2..
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 Enter the PUK code and tap .
 Enter a new PIN code and tap .
 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 either one or two SIM cards inserted. You get incoming
communication to both SIM cards and you can select from which number you want
to place outgoing communication. Before you can use both SIM cards, you need to
enable them and select the SIM card that will handle data traffic.

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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 on page 70.

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 Select the SIM card you want to use for data traffic.
For higher data speeds, select the SIM card that supports the fastest mobile network, for
example, 3G.

Finding the identification number of your device


Your device has a unique identification number. This number is referred to as the IMEI
(International Mobile Equipment Identity). You should keep a copy of this number.
You may require it, for example, when you access the Xperia™ Care support service
to register your device. Also, if your device is stolen, some network providers can use
this number to stop the device from accessing the network in your country or region.
For devices with two SIM cards, there are two IMEI numbers, one for each SIM card slot.

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on the strip.
You can also view the IMEI numbers by opening the phone dialer and entering .

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Finding a lost device

If you have a Google™ account, the “Protection by my Xperia” web service can help
you locate and secure your device if you ever lose it. If you have activated this service
on your device, you can:
ವ Locate your device on a map.
ವ Sound an alert even if the device is in Do not disturb mode.
ವ Remotely lock the device and make the device display your contact details to anyone
who finds it.
ವ Remotely clear the internal and external memory of the device as a last resort.
If you’ve cleared the internal memory of the device using the “Protection by my Xperia” web
service, you must sign in to a Google™ account that was previously synced on this device the
next time you turn on the device.

The “Protection by my Xperia” service may not be available in all countries or regions.

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on your device.
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$&7,9$7(.
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tap $&&(37.
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don’t already have one.
 To verify that Protection by my Xperia can locate your device, go to
myxperia.sonymobile.com and sign in to your Google™ account.
If you are sharing a device with multiple users, note that the Protection by my Xperia service is
only available to the user who is logged in as the owner.

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Google™ offers a location and security web service called Android™ Device
Manager. You can use it in parallel with, or as an alternative to, the Protection by my
Xperia service. If you lose your device, you can use Android™ Device Manager to:
ವ Find and show where your device is located.
ವ Ring or lock your device, erase everything on it, or add a phone number to the lock
screen.
For additional information about Android™ Device Manager, go to
www.support.google.com.
Android™ Device Manager does not work if your device is turned off or if it does not have a
connection to the internet. The Android™ Device Manager service may not be available in all
countries or regions.

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 If you are sharing a device with multiple users, make sure that you are logged
in as the owner.
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are enabled.
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HUDVH to enable both functions.
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activate the service, go to www.android.com/devicemanager and sign in using
your Google™ account.
You can also activate Android™ Device Manager from /RFNVFUHHQ VHFXULW\ under Device
administrators.

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Using the touchscreen

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ವ Zoom in or out on web pages, photos and maps, and when you’re taking photos or
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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 that you have to swipe left or upwards on the
screen to unlock it. You can change the security settings later and add other kinds of
locks. See Screen lock on page 10.

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touch and hold any area on your Home screen until the device vibrates, then tap
and tap the slider beside Double-tap to sleep.

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

1 Welcome to Xperia™ widget — Tap to open the widget and select a task such as copying content
from your old device or setting up Xperia™ services

2 Dots — Represents the number of Home screen panes

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and delete panes. You can also set the pane that you want to use as the main Home
screen pane.

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 Touch and hold any area on your Home screen until the device vibrates.
 Flick left or right to browse to the pane that you want to set as your main Home
screen pane, then tap in the top left corner of the screen.
When Google Search & Now is enabled, the left-most pane is reserved for this service and the
main Home screen pane cannot be changed. For more information, see Google Search & Now
on page 116.

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When Google Search & Now is enabled, the left-most pane is reserved for this service and
additional panes cannot be added to the left. For more information, see Google Search & Now
on page 116.

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the top right corner of the pane.

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uninstalled are indicated by .
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on your device or 2. if the app was downloaded and you would like to
uninstall it.

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

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The first time you access the application screen you get the option to enable or
disable recommended apps listings. You can also enable or disable this feature later
by following the steps below:
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tap .
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applications that can be disabled or uninstalled are then indicated by .
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on your device or 2. if the app was downloaded and you would like to
uninstall it.

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Navigating applications
You can navigate between applications using the navigation keys and the recently
used applications window, which lets you switch easily between all recently used
applications. The navigation keys are the Back key, the Home key, and the Recent
apps key. You can also pop open two applications on the screen at once using the
split screen mode, if the application supports multi-window function. Some
applications get closed when you press the Home key to exit while 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.

1 Clear all – Close all the recently used applications

2 Recently used applications window – Open a recently used application

3 Recent apps key – Open the recently used applications window and the favourites bar

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

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

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Split screen mode enables you to view two applications at once, for example, if you
want to view your email inbox and a web browser at the same time.

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1 Application 1 in upper window

2 Split screen border – Drag to resize windows

3 Application 2 in lower window

4 Split screen key – Select a recently used application

5 Home key – Go back to the Home screen

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

Not all applications support split screen mode.

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are open and running in the background.
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screen.
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windows.
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Widgets
Widgets are small applications that you can use directly on your Home screen. They
also function as shortcuts. For example, the Weather widget allows you to see basic
weather information directly on your Home screen. When you tap the widget, the full
Weather application opens. You can download additional widgets from Google
Play™.

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then tap :LGJHWV.
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can be resized, for example, the Calendar widget, then a highlighted frame and
resizing dots appear.
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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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added to the +RPHVFUHHQ.

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Background and themes


Your device comes with a default background, but you can adapt the Home screen
and Lock screen to your own style using wallpapers and themes featuring different
colours and patterns.

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A wallpaper may be used without changing any of the other elements of your Home
screen and Lock screen. Live wallpapers add visual effects to your interactions with
the touch screen, letting the display change dynamically.
Themes can include a wallpaper, a screensaver, title bars, and a sound scheme that
all fit together to create a unique look and feel for your device.

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screen and Lock screen. Follow the steps above, then tap $OEXP. Tap the desired image and
choose an option.

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

Taking a screenshot
You can capture still images of any screen on your device as a screenshot.
Screenshots you take are automatically saved in Album.

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at the same time.

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You can also view your screenshots in the Album application.

Notifications
Notifications inform you of events such as new messages and calendar notifications
as well as activities in progress such as file downloads. Notifications appear in the
following places:
ವ The status bar
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double-tap it.
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status bar down again.

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example, a flashing white light means there is a new message or a missed call. The
notification light is enabled by default but can be disabled manually.

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for example, when the battery level goes below 15 percent.

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Icons in the status bar

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No signal
Roaming
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Sending and downloading GPRS data
Sending and downloading EDGE data
Sending and downloading 3G data
Sending and downloading HSPA+ data
A Wi-Fi connection is enabled and data is being transmitted
A Wi-Fi connection is enabled but there is no internet connection.
This icon also appears when you are trying to connect to a secured Wi-Fi
network. After a successful login, the exclamation mark disappears.
If Google™ is blocked in your area, the exclamation mark may appear even
when the device is connected to a Wi-Fi network and there is a working
internet connection.
Battery status
The battery is charging
Airplane mode is activated
The Bluetooth® function is activated
The microphone is muted
The speakerphone is on
Do not disturb mode is activated
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GPS is activated
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Depending on your service provider, network or region, the functions or services represented
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Call on hold
Call forwarding is turned on
New voicemail message
New email message
Downloading data
Uploading data
Mobile data is disabled
Perform a basic setup of your device
A software update is available
System updates are available
Downloading system updates
Tap to install the downloaded system updates
STAMINA mode is activated
Ultra STAMINA mode is activated
Screenshot captured
Video chat with friends using the Duo™ application
A song is playing
The radio is on
The device is connected to a computer via a USB cable
Internal storage is 75% full — tap to transfer data to a memory card
Warning
More undisplayed notifications

Not all icons that may appear on your device are listed here. This list is for reference purposes
only, and changes may be made without notice.

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Applications overview
Some applications may not be included on your device or may not be supported by all
networks or service providers in all areas.

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Use the Album application to manage, view and edit your photos and videos.
Browse, search and buy thousands of products right from your device.
Protect your device against viruses, malware, spyware, phishing attempts and
online exploitation.
Use the Calculator application to perform basic calculations.
Use the Calendar application to keep track of events and manage your
appointments.
Use the Camera to take photos and record video clips.
Use the Chrome web browser to navigate and view web pages, text and
images, and manage bookmarks.
Use the Clock application to set various alarms and timers.
Use the Contacts application to manage phone numbers, email addresses
and other contact information.
Access your downloaded applications, documents and pictures.
Use the Duo™ application to make video calls.
Create, edit and collaborate with others on documents.
Save your documents and files for easy access from any device, share them
with your friends, and collaborate with colleagues.
Create, edit and collaborate with others on spreadsheets.
Create, edit and collaborate with others on presentations.
Use the Email application to send and receive emails through both personal
and work accounts.
Use the Facebook™ application for social networking with friends, family
members and colleagues around the world.
Browse and listen to FM radio stations.
Use the Gmail™ application to read, write and organise email messages.
Search for information on your device and on the web.
Enjoy music, movies, apps and games on your device, and get exclusive
access to unique content available only with Xperia™ devices.
View your current location, find other locations and plan routes using Google
Maps™.
Use the Messaging application to send and receive text and multimedia
messages.
Use the Music application to organise and play music and audio books.
Make phone calls by dialling the number manually or by using the smart dial
function.
Organise, search or browse through all your photos and videos.
Use the Google Play Movies & TV application to watch movies and TV shows
purchased or rented on Google Play.
Discover and play thousands of songs with the Google Play Music
application.
Use the Play Store™ application to find applications to buy or download free.

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Stay connected with your gaming friends and the games you love to play,
shop on the PlayStation®Store, and more.
Optimise settings to suit your own requirements.
Use the Support application to access user support on your device. For
example, you can access the User guide and troubleshooting information,
plus tips and tricks.
Use the Video application to play videos on your device and share content
with your friends.
Search content on the web using your voice.
Use the Weather application to view weather forecasts.
Use the What’s New application to discover new games, apps and media
content.
Use YouTube™ to watch videos from users around the world, and share your
own.

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Charging your device
Always use an original Sony charger and USB Type-C™ cable intended for your specific
Xperia™ model. Other chargers and cables may increase charging time, not charge at all, or
may even damage your device. Make sure all USB ports and connectors are completely dry,
before inserting the USB Type-C™ cable.

A wall socket charger will charge your device faster than charging via your computer.
You can still use your device while charging.
If the battery is depleted, it may take up to 30 minutes for your device to respond to
the charging. During this time, the screen may remain completely dark, not showing
the charging icon. Also note that it can take up to 4 hours for a completely drained
battery to be fully charged.
Your device has an embedded, rechargeable battery that can only be replaced by an
authorised Sony repair centre. You should never try to open or take apart the device yourself.
Doing so can cause damage and void your warranty.

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 Plug the charger into a power outlet.


 Plug one end of the USB Type-C™ cable into the charger (or into the USB port
of a computer).
 Plug the other end of the cable into the USB Type-C™ port on your device. The
notification light illuminates when charging begins.
 When the device is fully charged, disconnect the cable from your device by
pulling it straight outwards. Make sure not to bend the connector.
It is important to use the USB Type-C™ cable (provided) when charging your device as other
types of USB cables can damage your device.

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

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Green The battery is charging and the battery charge level is greater than 90%

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

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

Battery and power management


Your device has an embedded battery. To get the most use from it, keep track of the
power consumed by different apps and features. Background power saving features
are activated by default to help you reduce battery consumption, and additional
power saving modes are available to help you reduce battery consumption further
when necessary.
Power saving features lower the priority for certain non-essential device functions,
such as higher grade image performance, network activities such as location
services, app synchronisation and background Wi-Fi scanning. If you do not want an
application to be affected, you can exempt it in the Battery optimisation menu. Phone
calls and SMS are not affected.
System updates may change the power saving features available on your device.

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percentage and an estimated battery time.
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consumed battery power since the last charging cycle. Tap an item to get
information on how to reduce its battery consumption.

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The following tips can help you improve battery performance:
ವ Lower the screen brightness level, see Screen settings on page 57.
ವ Turn off Bluetooth®, Wi-Fi and location services when you don't need these
features.
ವ Turn off your device or use Airplane mode if you are in an area with no or low
network coverage. Otherwise, your device repeatedly scans for available
networks, and this consumes power.
ವ Use a Wi-Fi network instead of roaming when abroad. Roaming is scanning for
your home network and puts additional demands on your battery as your
device must transmit with a higher output power, see Wi-Fi on page 46.
ವ Change the synchronisation settings for your email, calendar and contacts, see
Synchronising with online accounts on page 53.
ವ Check the applications that have a high battery consumption and consider the
battery saving tips provided on your device for these applications.
ವ Change the notification level for an application, see Notifications on page 27.
ವ Turn off the location-sharing permission for an application, see Application
settings on page 58.
ವ Uninstall applications that you are not using, see Application screen on
page 22.
ವ Use a Sony original handsfree device to listen to music. Handsfree devices
consume less battery than your device's loudspeakers.
ವ Restart your device every now and then.

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7RPDNHH[FHSWLRQVWRSRZHUVDYLQJIHDWXUHVIRUDSSV
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not optimised.
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an application from the list to edit its optimisation settings.
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your settings.
You cannot exempt applications from being optimised by Ultra STAMINA mode.

You can also configure %DWWHU\RSWLPLVDWLRQ from 6HWWLQJV > $SSV > > 6SHFLDODFFHVV.

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Depending on the STAMINA level, different features will be restricted or disabled in
order to reduce battery consumption. These include rendering performance,
animation and screen brightness, background app data syncing, vibration (except for
incoming calls), streaming and GPS (while the screen is off). appears in the status
bar.
If you are sharing a device with multiple users, you may need to log in as the owner, that is, the
primary user, to activate or deactivate STAMINA mode.

7RDFWLYDWHRUGHDFWLYDWH67$0,1$PRGH
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When STAMINA mode is activated you can select additional options, for
example you can adjust the Auto-start percentage according to your
preferences.
You can exempt applications from being optimised by STAMINA mode in the Battery
optimisation menu.

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Your battery time is extensively prolonged, but available apps are limited and mobile
data and Wi-Fi are disabled. Calling and SMS are still available. Your Home screen is
changed and appears in the status bar.
If you are sharing a device with multiple users, you may need to log in as the owner, that is, the
primary user, to activate or deactivate Ultra STAMINA mode.

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Deactivating Ultra STAMINA mode will restart your device.

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Updating your device
You should update the software on your device to get the latest functionality,
enhancements and bug fixes in order to ensure optimal performance. When a
software update is available, appears in the status bar. You can also check for new
updates manually, or schedule an update.
The easiest way to install a software update is to do it wirelessly from your device.
However, some updates are not available for wireless download. You then need to
use the Xperia™ Companion software on a PC or on an Apple® Mac® computer to
update your device.
Before updating your device, consider the following:
ವ Ensure you have sufficient storage capacity before attempting to update.
ವ If you are using a device with multiple users, you must log in as the owner, that is, the
primary user, to update the device.
ವ System and application updates can present the features on your device in another
way than described in this User guide. The Android™ version might not be affected
after an update.
For more information about software updates, go to http://support.sonymobile.com/
software/.

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the owner.
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If no new software is available, it’s possible that you may not have enough free memory on
your device. If your Xperia™ device has less than 500 MB of free internal memory available,
you do not receive any information about new software. In this case you receive a warning in
the Notification panel: “Storage space running out. Some system functions may not work.” If
you receive this notification, you must free up internal memory to get notifications about new
available software.

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Use the Software update application to update your device software wirelessly. The
updates you can download over a mobile network depend on your operator. It is
recommended to use a Wi-Fi network instead of a mobile network to download new
software so that you can avoid data traffic costs.

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the owner.
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the owner.
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 Using a USB Type-C™ cable, connect your device to the computer.
 Make sure that the screen of your device is unlocked, and that the USB
connection mode on the device is set to 7UDQVIHUILOHV.
 Open Xperia™ Companion, if it is not automatically launched.
 Make sure that the computer can access the internet.
 &RPSXWHU: If a new software update is detected, a popup window appears.
Follow the on-screen instructions to run the relevant software updates.
If you don’t have the Xperia™ Companion software installed on the relevant computer, connect
your device to the computer and follow the on-screen installation instructions. Make sure that
you are using the USB Type-C cable that came with your device and that it is properly
connected to the device and computer.

Maintenance using a computer

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Xperia™ Companion is a software service which provides a collection of tools and
applications you can use when you connect your device to a computer. With Xperia™
Companion, you can:
ವ Update or repair your device’s software.
ವ Transfer your content from an old device using Xperia™ Transfer.
ವ Back up and restore content on your computer.
ವ Sync multimedia content – photos, videos, music and playlists – between your device
and computer.
ವ Browse files on your device.
To use Xperia™ Companion, you need an internet-connected computer running one
of the following operating systems:
ವ Microsoft® Windows® 7 or later
ವ Mac OS® X 10.11 or later
Learn more and download Xperia™ Companion for Windows at
http://support.sonymobile.com/tools/xperia-companion/ or Xperia™ Companion for
Mac at http://support.sonymobile.com/tools/xperia-companion-mac/.

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Use a USB Type-C™ cable connection between a Windows® computer and your
device to transfer and manage your files.
Once the two devices are connected, you can choose whether to charge your device,
transfer files or use it for MIDI input. Your computer will detect your device when you
select the 7UDQVIHUILOHV connection mode. The default connection mode is set to
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With Xperia™ Companion you can access the file system of your device. If you do
not have Xperia™ Companion installed, you are requested to install it when you
connect your device to the computer.
Always use the USB cable type intended for your Xperia™ model and make sure it is
completely dry.

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You can use the 7UDQVIHUILOHV connection mode for managing files and updating
device software. This USB mode is used with Microsoft® Windows® computers.
Charging is enabled by default.
Using the 8VHGHYLFHDV0,', mode, your device can function as a MIDI input for
musical instrument apps.

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Storage and memory


Your device has several different storage and memory options.
ವ The internal storage is about  GB and is used to store downloaded or transferred
content along with personal settings and data. Some examples of data saved to the
internal storage are alarm, volume and language settings, emails, bookmarks,
calendar events, photos, videos and music.
ವ You can use a removable memory card with a storage capacity of up to  GB to
get more storage space. Media files and some apps, along with their associated data,
can be moved to this type of memory to free up internal storage. Some apps, for
example, the Camera app, can save data directly to a memory card.
ವ The dynamic memory (RAM) is about  GB and cannot be used for storage. RAM is
used to handle running applications and the operating system.
You can purchase a memory card separately.

Read more about the use of memory in Android devices by downloading the White paper for
your device at www.sonymobile.com/support/.

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Your device memory tends to fill up as a result of normal usage. If the device starts to
slow down, or applications suddenly shut down, you should consider the following:
ವ Always try to keep at least  MB of free internal storage available.
ವ Close running applications that you are not using.
ವ Clear the cache memory for all applications.
ವ Uninstall downloaded applications that you don't use.
ವ Move applications to the memory card if the internal storage is full.
ವ Transfer photos, videos and music from the internal memory to the memory card.

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ವ If your device can't read content on the memory card, you may need to format the
card. Note that all content on the card gets erased when you format it.
If you are sharing a device with multiple users, you must log in as the owner, that is, the
primary user, to be able to perform certain actions, such as transferring data to the memory
card and formatting the memory card.

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you have a memory card inserted, select ,QWHUQDOVKDUHGVWRUDJH after tapping
6WRUDJH.
When you clear the cache memory, you don't lose any important information or settings.

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)RUPDW > (UDVH IRUPDW.
All content on the memory card gets erased when you format it. Make sure you first make
backups of all data that you want to save. To back up your content, you can copy it to a
computer. For more information, see Managing files using a computer on page 38.

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optimising storage and memory depending on frequency of app use.

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Backing up and restoring content
Generally, you should not save photos, videos and other personal content solely on
the internal memory of your device. If your device is damaged, lost or stolen, the data
stored on its internal memory may be impossible to recover. It is recommended to
use the Xperia™ Companion software to make backups which save your data safely
to an external device. This method is especially recommended if you are updating
your device software to a newer Android version.
The Xperia™ Backup & restore application is recommended for backing up data
before you do a factory data reset. With this application you can back up data to an
online account, an SD card or to an external USB storage device that you have
connected to your device using a USB host adapter.
With the Google Backup & restore application, you can back up data to a Google
server.

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Use the Xperia™ Companion software to back up data from your device to a PC or
an Apple® Mac® computer. You can back up the following types of data:
ವ Call logs
ವ Text messages
ವ Calendar
ವ Settings
ವ Media files such as music and videos
ವ Photos and images

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 Unlock the screen of your device and connect it to the computer using a USB
Type-C™ cable.
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automatically launched. After a few moments, the computer detects your
device. Make sure to select 7UDQVIHUILOHV mode on your device.
 Click on %DFNXS on the Xperia™ Companion main screen.
 Follow the on-screen instructions to back up data from your device.
If you do not have Xperia™ Companion installed, you are requested to install it when you
connect your device to the computer.

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Type-C™ cable.
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automatically launched. After a few moments, the computer detects your
device. Make sure to select 7UDQVIHUILOHV mode on your device.
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on-screen instructions to restore data to your device.
If you do not have Xperia™ Companion installed, you are requested to install it when you
connect your device to the computer.

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You can use the Xperia™ Backup & restore application to back up your data online or
locally. This can be done manually, or turn on the automatic backup function to save
data periodically.
The Xperia™ Backup & restore application is recommended for backing up data
before you do a factory data reset. With this application you can back up the
following types of data to an online account, an SD card or an external USB storage
device that you have connected to your device using a USB host adapter:

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ವ Contacts
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device is connected to your device using a USB host adapter. If you are
backing up to an SD card, make sure that the SD card is mounted properly into
your device. If you are backing up content to an online account, make sure you
have signed in to your Google ™ account.
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back up. Otherwise the backup is completed according to the default settings.
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 If you are backing up content to a USB storage device, make sure the storage
device is connected to your device using a USB host adapter. If you are
backing up to an SD card, make sure the SD card is properly inserted into your
device. If you are backing up content to an online account, make sure you have
signed in to your Google ™ account.
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 If you are restoring content from a USB storage device, make sure that the
storage device is connected to your device using the USB Host adapter. If you
are restoring content from an SD card, make sure that the SD card is properly
inserted into your device. If you are restoring content from Xperia Backup &
Restore service, make sure you have signed in to your Google™ account.
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Remember that any changes that you make to your data and settings after you create a
backup - such as any new apps you install - get deleted during any subsequent restore
procedure.

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Using the Google Backup & restore application, you can back up data to a Google
server. You can also turn on the automatic restore function to restore application data
and settings when you reinstall an application.
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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.

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 From the +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
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search function.
 Tap the item to view its details, and follow the instructions to complete the
installation.
Some applications may need to access data, settings and various functions on your device in
order to work properly. Only install and give permissions to applications that you trust. You can
view the permissions granted to a downloaded application and also change their status by
tapping the application under 6HWWLQJV > $SSV.

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. Download
applications only from reliable sources. Contact the application provider if you have any
questions or concerns.

If you are using a device with multiple users, only the owner, that is, the primary user, can
allow downloads from sources other than Google Play™. Changes made by the owner affect
all other users.

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Some applications may need to access data, settings and various functions on your device in
order to work properly. Only install and give permissions to applications that you trust. You can
view the permissions granted to a downloaded application and also change their status by
tapping the application under 6HWWLQJV > $SSV.

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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.

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Google™ account or browse with Google Chrome™ anonymously.
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on the keyboard.

Internet and MMS settings


To access the internet, or send multimedia messages without Wi-Fi, you need a
mobile data connection with correct internet and Multimedia Messaging Service
(MMS) settings. Here are some tips:
ವ For most mobile networks and operators, these settings come pre-installed on your
device so you can start using the internet and sending multimedia messages right
away.
ವ You can manually check for updates to the Internet and MMS settings. If you change
or delete an internet or MMS setting by mistake, download the internet and MMS
settings again.
ವ Refer to troubleshooting tips for your device at www.sonymobile.com/support/ for
network coverage, mobile data, and MMS issues.
ವ If the Battery time preferred setting of STAMINA mode is activated to save power, all
mobile data traffic gets paused when the screen is off. If this causes connection
problems, try excluding some applications and services from being paused, or
deactivate STAMINA mode temporarily.
ವ If you are sharing a device with multiple users, only the owner, that is, the primary
user, can download internet and messaging settings from the Settings menu, but the
downloaded settings are applicable to all users.

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appears in the status bar and mobile data traffic is turned on automatically.
If the settings cannot be downloaded to your device, check the signal strength of your mobile
or Wi-Fi network connections. Move to an open location free from obstructions or get close to
a window and then try again.

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required, contact your network operator for more details.
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Wi-Fi
Use Wi-Fi to surf the internet, download applications, or send and receive emails.
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:
ವ Open networks are indicated by next to the Wi-Fi network name.
ವ 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.

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

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 Tap the slider to turn on Wi-Fi. All available Wi-Fi networks are displayed.
 Tap a Wi-Fi network to connect to it. For secured networks, enter the relevant
password. is displayed in the status bar once you are connected.
To search for new available networks, tap , then tap 5HIUHVK. If you cannot connect to a Wi-Fi
network successfully, refer to the relevant troubleshooting tips for your device at
www.sonymobile.com/support/.

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There are a number of things you can do to improve Wi-Fi reception:


ವ Move your device closer to the Wi-Fi access point.
ವ Move the Wi-Fi access point away from any potential obstructions or interference.
ವ Don’t cover the Wi-Fi antenna area of your device (the highlighted area in the
illustration).

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

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information is displayed.

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WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup™) is a wireless networking standard that helps you
establish secure wireless network connections. WPS makes it easy for you to set up
Wi-Fi Protected Access® (WPA) encryption to secure your network. You can also add
new devices to an existing network without entering long passwords.
Use one of these methods to enable WPS:
ವ Push button method – simply push a button on a WPS-supported device, for
example, a router.

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ವ PIN method – your device creates a random PIN (Personal Identification Number),
which you enter on the WPS-supported device.

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the WPS-supported device.

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 On the WPS-supported device, enter the PIN that appears on your device.

Sharing your mobile data connection


You can share your mobile data connection with other devices in several ways.
ವ USB tethering: share your mobile data connection with a single computer using a
USB cable.
ವ Portable Wi-Fi hotspot: share your mobile data connection with up to 10 other
devices simultaneously, including devices that support WPS technology.
ವ One-touch portable hotspot: touch devices to start sharing your mobile connection
over Wi-Fi.
ವ Bluetooth® tethering: share your mobile data connection with up to four other
devices via Bluetooth®.

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 Tap the 86%WHWKHULQJ slider, then tap 2. if prompted. is displayed in the
status bar once you are connected.
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disconnect the USB cable.
You cannot share your device's data connection and SD card over a USB cable at the same
time.

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screens are active.
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WHWKHULQJ.
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touch each other, then tap &211(&7.
This function only works with devices that also support NFC Wi-Fi tethering.

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 Make sure that your device and the other Bluetooth® device are paired with
each other and that mobile data traffic is activated on your device.
 <RXUGHYLFH: From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 Find and tap 6HWWLQJV > 0RUH > 7HWKHULQJ SRUWDEOHKRWVSRW and then tap the
%OXHWRRWKWHWKHULQJ slider to enable the function.
 %OXHWRRWKpGHYLFH: Set up the device so that it obtains its network connection
using Bluetooth®. If the device is a computer, refer to the relevant instructions
to complete the setup. If the device runs on the Android™ operating system,
tap the settings icon beside the name of the device that it is paired with under
6HWWLQJV > %OXHWRRWK > 3DLUHGGHYLFHV, then mark the ,QWHUQHWDFFHVV checkbox.
 <RXUGHYLFH: Wait for to appear in the status bar. Once it appears, the setup
is complete.
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The %OXHWRRWKWHWKHULQJ function is turned off every time you turn off your device or turn off the
Bluetooth® function.

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Wi-Fi hotspot is active.

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VHWWLQJV.
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password.
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> :363,1(QWU\, then enter the PIN that appears on the WPS-supported
device.

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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

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your mobile data connection, you can also set data usage warnings and limits to
avoid additional charges.
If you are using a device with multiple users, only the owner, that is, the primary user, can
adjust data usage settings. Adjusting data usage settings can help you keep greater control
over data usage but cannot guarantee the prevention of additional charges.

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

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6(7. You receive a warning notification when the amount of data traffic
reaches the level you set.

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

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

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connection, tap 0RELOHGDWDXVDJH.
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tap the :L)LGDWDXVDJH.

Selecting a SIM card for data traffic


Either of the two SIM cards inserted in your device can handle data traffic, but only
one SIM card can be selected to handle data at any given time. You can select the
SIM card to use for data traffic during the initial setup of your device, or you can
select or change it later via the Settings menu.

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For higher data speeds, select the SIM card that supports the fastest mobile network, for
example, 3G.

Selecting mobile networks


Your device supports the use of two different networks at the same time. You can
select from the following network mode combinations when two SIM cards are
inserted in your device:
ವ One WCDMA network
ವ One GSM network
ವ One WCDMA and one GSM network
ವ One LTE, one WCDMA and one GSM network
For each SIM card, you can set your device to switch automatically between mobile
networks depending on which mobile networks are available where you are. Your
device automatically switches between mobile networks depending on which mobile
networks are available where you are. You can also manually set your device to use a
particular mobile network mode for each SIM card, for example, WCDMA or GSM.
Different status icons are displayed in the status bar depending on the type or mode
of network that you are connected to. Refer to Status icons on page 30 to see what
the different status icons look like.

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 Tap 6HDUFKPRGH, then select 0DQXDO.
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If you select a network manually, your device will not search for other networks, even if you
move out of range of the manually selected network.

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Virtual private networks (VPNs)


Use your device to connect to virtual private networks (VPNs), which allow you to
access resources inside a secured local network from a public network. For example,
VPN connections are commonly used by corporations and educational institutions for
users who need to access intranets and other internal services when they are outside
of the internal network, for example, when they are travelling.

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VPN connections can be set up in many ways, depending on the network. Some
networks may require you to transfer and install a security certificate on your device.
For detailed information about how to set up a connection to your virtual private
network, contact the network administrator of your company or organisation.
If you are using a device with multiple users, you may need to log in as the owner, that is, the
primary user, to adjust the settings for VPN.

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 Double-tap the status bar to open the Notification panel.
 Tap the notification for the VPN connection to turn it off.

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Synchronising with online accounts
Synchronise your device with contacts, email, calendar events and other information
from online accounts, for example, email accounts such as Gmail™ and Exchange
ActiveSync, Facebook™ and Flickr™. You can synchronise data automatically for
such accounts by activating the auto-sync function, or you can synchronise each
account manually.

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appears showing what can be synchronised with the account.
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Synchronising with Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®


If your company uses a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync account, you can access
your corporate email messages, calendar appointments and contacts directly on your
device. After setup, you can find your information in the (PDLO, &DOHQGDU and
&RQWDFWV applications.
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 lock screen type for all EAS accounts
for enterprise security reasons. Contact the network administrator of your company or
organisation to check what network security policies are implemented for mobile devices.

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 Tap 1(;7. If a failure occurs, enter the domain and server details for your
account manually and then tap 1(;7.
 Tap 2. to allow your corporate server to control your device.
 Select a synchronisation method, a synchronisation interval and the data that
you want to sync with your device.
 Tap 1(;7, then select how you want to be notified when a new email arrives.
 Tap 1(;7, enter a name for the corporate account, then tap )LQLVKVHWXS.
 If prompted, activate the device administrator to allow your corporate server to
set certain security rules on your device, such as disabling voice recording and
using storage encryption.

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remove.
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Accessing settings
View and change settings for your device from the Settings menu. The Settings menu
is accessible from both the Application screen and the Quick settings panel.

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upper part of the screen. To remove a setting, drag and drop the icon into the
lower part of the screen.

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Volume settings
You can adjust the ringtone volume for incoming calls and notifications as well as for
music and video playback.

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You can also press the volume key up or down and tap to adjust the ringtone, media
playback or alarm volume levels separately.

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
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your device.
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your device.
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Some applications have their own notification sounds, which you can select from the
application settings.

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 Find and tap 6HWWLQJV > 6RXQG > 2WKHUVRXQGV.
 Tap the sliders to enable or disable the different touch tones as desired.

Do not disturb mode


You can set your device to Do not disturb mode and decide how long your device will
be in Do not disturb mode manually. You can also preset when your device will be in
Do not disturb mode automatically.

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 Using two fingers, drag the status bar fully downwards to access the Quick
settings panel.
 Find and tap .
 Select an option, then tap '21(.

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 Press the volume key up or down until , or appears.
 Tap or to quickly shift between Vibrate/Sound mode. To activate Do not
disturb mode, press the volume key down when in vibrate mode.

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
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 Select from the automatic rules or tap to add a new rule.
 Tap &KRRVHUXOHW\SH and select an option.
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'21(.
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device stays in Do not disturb mode during the selected time interval.

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You can select which types of notifications are allowed to sound in Do not disturb
mode and you can filter exceptions based on who the notifications come from. The
most common types of exceptions include:
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Screen settings
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disable this function, if it is not already disabled.
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 Drag the slider to adjust the brightness.
Lowering the brightness level helps the battery last longer.

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The smart backlight control keeps the screen on as long as the device is held in your
hand. Once you put down the device, the screen turns off according to your sleep
setting.

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Use screen pinning to set your device to display only the screen for a specific
application. For example, if you are playing a game and you accidentally touch the
Home navigation key, the screen pinning feature prevents the active game app screen
from being minimised. You can also use this feature when you lend your device to
another person to make it harder for them to access more than one application. For
example, you can lend your device to somebody to take a photo and pin the screen
to the Camera application so that the person can't easily use other apps such as
Email.
Screen pinning is not a security feature and does not fully prevent other users from unpinning a
screen and accessing your device. To protect your data, you should set up your device to
request a screen lock PIN, password or pattern before someone can unpin the screen.

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 If you have enabled Screen pinning, you can tap the /RFNGHYLFHZKHQ
XQSLQQLQJ slider to enable or disable this additional security function, as
desired.
A pattern, PIN or password is not mandatory for screen pinning to work.

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 Open an app and go to the screen that you want to pin.
 Tap .
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 Tap .
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ವ On the pinned screen, touch and hold until the screen is unpinned.
If you selected a security option when you activated the screen pinning function, you have to
enter your pattern, PIN or password to unlock the device before the screen can be unpinned.

Application settings
Some apps will ask for permissions once you start using them. You can allow or deny
permissions individually for each app, either from the Settings menu or from the
Permission confirm dialog. Permission requirements depend on the app’s design.

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You can choose whether to allow or deny permissions when the dialog is shown. If
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them for specifically. To dismiss this dialog, tap 2..

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Some permissions are mandatory for apps to work as intended. In such cases, a
dialog will inform you.

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as desired.

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If the automatic update feature is enabled, your applications get updated without you
being asked, so you may not realise that large volumes of data are being
downloaded. In order to avoid potentially high data transfer costs, you can disable
automatic updates or enable automatic updates only over Wi-Fi connection. You
have to disable the automatic update feature both in the Play Store™ app and the
What's New app (where available) to avoid the automatic updating of apps.

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Your device can determine the default app to handle a particular web link. This
means that if the link is set, you don’t need to select an app each time you open a
link. You can change the default app any time you want.

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Resetting your applications


You can reset an application or clear application data if your application stops
responding or causes issues with your device.

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permanently. The option to clear application data is not available for every application or
service.

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'()$8/76.
The option to clear the application default setting is not available for every application or
service.

Screen saver
Set up an interactive screen saver that automatically displays colours, photos or a
slideshow while your device is docked or charging and the screen is idle.
On a device with multiple users, each user can have individual Screen saver settings.

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Language settings
You can select a default language for your device and change it again at a later time.
You can also change the writing language for text input.

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list. If the desired language is not currently listed, tap to add it.
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If you select the wrong language and cannot read the menu texts, find and tap . Then select
the text beside and select the first entry in the menu that opens. You can then select the
language you want.

Date and time


You can change the date and time on your device.

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Enhancing the sound output
You can enhance the sound of your device by manually enabling individual sound
settings such as Equaliser and Surround sound. You can enable the Dynamic
normaliser to minimise volume differences between songs or videos. You can also
improve the quality of compressed music files to near High-resolution Audio quality
when you are using a wired headphone.

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 If the &OHDU$XGLR function is enabled, tap the slider to disable it.
 Tap 6RXQGHIIHFWV > (TXDOLVHU.
 To adjust the sound manually, drag the frequency band buttons. To choose a
preset arrangement, tap , select an arrangement, then tap 2. to confirm.
The manual adjustment of sound output settings has no effect on voice communication
applications. For example, there is no change in the voice call sound quality.

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Multiple user accounts


Your device supports multiple user accounts so that different users can log in
separately to the device and use it. Multiple user accounts work well in situations
where you share the same device with other people or lend your device to someone
to use for a while. The user who sets up the device for the first time becomes the
owner of the device. Only the owner can manage the accounts of other users. Apart
from the owner account, there are two different types of accounts:
ವ Regular User: This account type is suitable for someone who regularly uses your
device.
ವ Guest User: Enable the guest account option for someone who just wants to use your
device temporarily.
Some features are only available to the owner. For example, only the owner can allow
downloads from sources other than Google Play™.

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By adding Regular User accounts, you can allow different users to have different
home screens, wallpapers and general settings. They also get separate access to
applications and memory storage for files such as music and photos. You can add up
to seven regular user accounts on your device.

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 Log in as the owner, that is, the user who set up the device for the first time.
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 Tap 2.. The new account is created.
 Choose from the following options:
 Tap 6(78312: to create the new user now. The screen locks and the
new user’s icon appears in the top right corner.
 Tap 12712: to create the new user later. When the new user is ready,
they can select 8VHUV under 6HWWLQJV. Tap 1HZXVHU and follow the
instruction to complete the set-up.
 Unlock the screen by swiping upwards.
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You can also add a regular user account from the status bar on any screen. Just drag the
status bar downwards using two fingers and tap the user icon, then tap $GGXVHU.

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If someone just wants to use your device temporarily, you can enable a guest
account for this user. In guest mode, your device starts up as a freshly installed
system with only the pre-installed apps. Once your guest is finished using your
device, you can wipe the session clean so that the next guest can start fresh. The
guest user account is pre-installed and cannot be deleted.

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 Make sure you are logged in as the owner, that is, the user who set up the
device for the first time.
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logged in to the guest account. Just drag the status bar downwards and tap the user icon,
then tap 5HPRYHJXHVW.

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user account appears.
When you switch to the guest account, tap 6WDUWDJDLQ if you want to wipe the previous
session or tap <HVFRQWLQXH to continue the previous session.

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There are three different types of settings on devices with multiple users:
ವ Settings that can be changed by any user and affect all users. Examples include
language, Wi-Fi, Airplane mode, NFC and Bluetooth®.
ವ Settings that only affect an individual user account. Examples include automatic data
syncing, screen lock, various accounts added, and wallpaper.
ವ Settings that are only visible to the owner and affect all users, for example, VPN
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On-screen keyboards
There are a number of pre-installed text entry providers on your device.
The default text entry provider may depend on the regional or language settings you use. One
or more text entry providers might not be available in your region.

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You can enter text using the on-screen keyboard by tapping each letter individually,
or you can use the SwiftKey® flow feature and slide your finger from letter to letter to
form words.

1 Delete a character before the cursor.

2 Tap to enter a carriage return, or touch and hold to access smileys.

3 Enter punctuation.

4 Enter a space.

5 Tap to enter a comma.

6 Display numbers and symbols.

7 Switch between lower case, upper case and all caps.

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 To enter a character visible on the keyboard, tap the character.
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get a list of available options, then select from the list. For example, to enter
"é", touch and hold "e" until other options appear, then, while keeping your
finger pressed on the keyboard, drag to and select "é".

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 When the on-screen keyboard is displayed, slide your finger from letter to letter
to trace the word that you want to write.
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based on the letters that you have traced.
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select accordingly. If the desired option does not appear, delete the entire word
and trace it again, or enter the word by tapping each letter individually.

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You can select, cut, copy and paste text as you write. Double-tap on the written text
to make editing options appear on the application bar.

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text.

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desired changes.

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Making calls

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You can make a call by manually dialling a phone number or use the smart dial
function to quickly find numbers from your contacts list and call logs by entering part
of a contact number or name and selecting from the suggestions that appear. To
make a video call, you can use the Duo™ video chat application on your device.

1 Back to call log

2 Delete

3 Dialpad

4 Call button

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To delete a number entered by mistake, tap .

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want to call. As you enter each letter or number, a list of possible matches
appears.
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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
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phone number. Then tap .
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number.

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you call them.

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This option may not be provided by every operator.

Receiving calls
If you receive an incoming call when the device is in sleep mode or the screen is
locked, the phone application opens in fullscreen format, with a SIM icon indicating
which SIM card the call is for. If you receive an incoming call when the screen is
active, the incoming call is displayed as a floating notification, that is, in a minimised
window that floats at the top of whatever screen is open, with SIM1 or SIM2
indicating which SIM card the call is for. When such a notification arrives, you can
choose to answer the call and open the phone application screen, or you can reject
the call and stay on the current screen.

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the screen, tap $16:(5.
Instead of answering the call, you can go to the main phone application screen by tapping the
heads-up notification window. Using this method, you get more options to manage the call.
For example, you can decide to reject the call with a message.

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ವ When a call comes in, in the heads-up notification that appears at the top of
the screen, tap '(&/,1(.
Instead of rejecting the call, you can go to the main phone application screen by tapping the
heads-up notification window. This way you get more options to manage the call. For
example, you can decide to reject the call with a message.

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in the Messaging conversation with the contact.
You can select from a number of predefined messages available on your device, or
you can create a new message. You can also create your own personalised
messages by editing the predefined ones.

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Ongoing calls

1 End a call

2 Make a second call

3 Put the current call on hold or retrieve a call on hold

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4 Enter DTMF digits during a call

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Using the call log


In the call log, you can view missed calls with or indicating which SIM card the
call was for, received calls and dialled calls .

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then tap (GLWQXPEHUEHIRUHFDOO.

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Forwarding calls
You can direct calls to a different recipient, such as another phone number, another
device or to an answering service. You can also 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.

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If the Dual SIM reachability function does not work after you enable it, check that you have
entered the phone numbers correctly for each SIM card. In some cases, the numbers are
detected automatically during setup. Otherwise, you are prompted to enter them manually.

Restricting calls
You can block all or certain categories of incoming and outgoing calls. If you have
received a PIN2 code from your service provider, you can also use a list of Fixed
Dialling Numbers (FDNs) to restrict outgoing calls. If your subscription includes a
voicemail service, you can send all incoming calls from a specific contact directly to
voicemail.
FDN is not supported by all network operators. Contact your network operator to verify if your
SIM card or network service supports this feature.

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Multiple calls
If you have activated call waiting, you can handle multiple calls at the same time.
When it is activated, you will be notified by a beep if you receive another call.
Mobile data is unavailable during calls. Applications like email, internet and social networking
will work if you connect to a Wi-Fi network.

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Conference calls
With a conference or multiparty call, you can have a joint conversation with two or
more persons.
For details about the number of participants that you can add to a conference call, contact
your network operator.

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above.

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Voicemail
If your subscription includes a voicemail service, callers can leave voice messages for
you when you can't answer calls. Your voicemail service number is normally saved on
your SIM card. If not, you can get the number from your service provider and enter it
manually.

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The first time you call your voicemail number, your network operator’s voicemail system
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greeting and set a password.

Emergency calls
Your device supports international emergency numbers, for example, 112 or 911.
You can normally use these numbers to make emergency calls in any country, with or
without a SIM card inserted if you are within range of a network.

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Adding and editing contacts
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and save this contact on your device.
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to the next time you add a contact. If you want to change which account a contact is saved to,
you need to create the contact again and save it to the correct account.

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have to edit the number again when you make calls from abroad.

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Transferring contacts
There are several ways to transfer contacts to your new device. You can sync
contacts from an online account or import contacts directly from another device.
If you sync the contacts in your old device with an online account, for example,
Google Sync™ or Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®, you can transfer your contacts
to your new device using that account.
You can also copy contacts to a memory card, use Bluetooth® technology, or save
contacts to a SIM card. For more specific information about transferring the contacts
from your old device, refer to the relevant User guide.
Find out more about choosing a transfer method at www.sonymobile.com/support/.

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contact. To import all contacts, tap , then tap ,PSRUWDOO.

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downwards and tap the notification to accept the file transfer.
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notification.
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Backing up contacts
You can use internal storage, a memory card or a SIM card to back up contacts.

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Adding medical and emergency contact information


You can add and edit emergency information in the Contacts application. You can
enter medical details, such as allergies and medications that you are using, plus
information about relatives and friends who can be contacted in case of emergency.
After setup, your emergency information can be accessed from the security lock
screen. This means that even if the screen is locked, for example, by a PIN, pattern or
password, emergency personnel can still retrieve your emergency information.

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1 Go back to the main Contacts screen

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The emergency contact must have at least a phone number which emergency personnel can
call. If your device is locked by a security screen lock, emergency personnel can only see the
phone number of the emergency contact, even if there is other information entered in the
Contacts application.

Favourites
Contacts that you mark as favourites appear under the favourites tab in the Contacts
application along with your most frequently called contacts or "top contacts". This
way you get quicker access to these contacts.

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Sending contact information


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notification.
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Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application


If you synchronise your contacts with a new account or import contact information in
other ways, you could end up with duplicate entries in the Contacts application. If this
happens, you can link such duplicates to create a single entry. If you link entries by
mistake, you can unlink them again later.

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Reading and sending messages
The Messaging application shows your messages as conversations, which means
that all messages to and from a particular person are grouped together.
The number of characters that you can send in a single message varies depending on the
operator and the language you use. The maximum size of a multimedia message, which
includes the size of added media files, is also operator dependent. Contact your network
operator for more information.

1 Go back to the list of conversations

2 Call the message sender

3 View more options

4 Sent and received messages

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number manually.
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add more recipients.
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you wish to use.
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with the word 'UDIW.

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number manually.
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which SIM card you wish to use.

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Organising your messages


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Calling from Messaging
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and select a music file that is saved on your device.
 To confirm, tap '21(.
 To adjust additional notification settings, tap the sliders.

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap , then find and tap .
 Tap , then tap 6HWWLQJV.
 Tap the 'HOLYHU\UHSRUW slider to enable or disable the function.
After delivery reports are turned on, a check mark is displayed for messages that have been
successfully delivered.

Video chat
You can use the Google Duo™ video chat application on your device to chat with
friends who also use the application on Android™ and iOS devices.
Go to https://support.google.com/duo/ to get more detailed information about how to
use this application.
The video call function only works on devices with a front camera.

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 Find and tap *RRJOH > 'XR.

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Setting up email
Use the email application on your device to send and receive email messages
through your email accounts. You can have one or several email accounts at the
same time, including corporate Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync accounts.

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 Find and tap (PDLO.
 Follow the instructions that appear on the screen to complete the setup.
For some email services, you may need to contact your email service provider for information
on detailed settings for the email account.

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 Find and tap (PDLO.
 Tap , then tap 6HWWLQJV > $GGDFFRXQW.
 Follow the on-screen instructions. If the settings for the email account cannot
be downloaded automatically, complete the setup manually.
 When you are finished, tap 1(;7.

Sending and receiving email messages

1 Access settings, view a list of all email accounts and folders

2 Search for email messages

3 Access other options

4 List of email messages

5 Write an email message

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ವ When the email inbox is open, swipe downwards on the message list.
Before trying to download new email messages, make sure that you have a working data
connection. For more information about ensuring successful data connections, see Internet
and MMS settings on page 45.

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 Find and tap (PDLO.
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account that you want to check. If you want to check all your email accounts at
once, tap , then tap and select &RPELQHGLQER[.
 In the email inbox, scroll up or down and tap the email message that you want
to read.

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account from which you want to send the email.
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recipients from the drop-down list.
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tap 5(3/< or 5(3/<$//.
 Enter your reply, then tap .

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tap )25:$5'.
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from the drop-down list.
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view. Email messages with attachments are indicated by .
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6$9( or 9,(: next to it.

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 Find and tap a message in your email inbox.
 Tap the name of the sender, tap $GGWR&RQWDFWV then tap 2..
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 Edit the contact information if desired, then tap 6$9(.

Organising your email messages


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account with the inbox that you want to sort. If you want to sort email in all
your email accounts at once, tap , then tap and select &RPELQHGLQER[.
 Tap , then tap 6RUW.
 Select a sorting option.

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap , then find and tap (PDLO.
 If you are using several email accounts, tap , then tap and select the
account that you want to search. If you want to search all your email accounts
at once, tap , then tap and select &RPELQHGLQER[.
 Tap .
 Enter your search text.
 The search results appear in a list sorted by date. Tap the email message that
you want to open.

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap , then find and tap (PDLO.
 Tap , then tap and select the account that you want to check.
 Under the account that you want to check, select 6KRZDOOIROGHUV.

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 Tap and hold the message that you want to delete until the device vibrates.
 Mark the checkboxes for the messages that you want to delete.
 Tap
You can also flick the message to the right to delete it.

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 In your email inbox, flick the message that you want to move to the left.
 Tap 0RYH, then select a folder.

Email account settings


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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
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 Tap 'HOHWHDFFRXQW > 2..

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Out of Office auto-reply.
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 Tap the slider to enable the function.
 If needed, mark the 6HWWLPHUDQJH checkbox and set the time range for the
auto-reply.
 Enter your Out of Office message in the body text field.
 Tap 2. to confirm.

Gmail™
If you have a Google™ account, you can use the Gmail™ application to read and
write email messages.

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1 View a list of all Gmail accounts and folders

2 Search for email messages

3 List of email messages

4 Write an email message

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ವ When the Gmail application is open, tap , then find and tap +HOS IHHGEDFN.

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Transferring music to your device
There are two ways to transfer music from a computer to your device:
ವ You can transfer music files between your device and a computer using the provided
USB Type-C™ cable. After connecting, select 7UDQVIHUILOHV on your device and then
simply copy and paste or drag and drop the files using the computer. See Managing
files using a computer on page 38.
ವ You can use the Xperia™ Companion software to transfer your media files between
the computer and your device. Learn more and download Xperia™ Companion for
Windows at http://support.sonymobile.com/tools/xperia-companion/ or Xperia™
Companion for Mac at http://support.sonymobile.com/tools/xperia-companion-mac/.
The Music application may not support all music file formats. For more information about
supported file formats and the use of multimedia (audio, image and video) files, download the
White paper for your device at www.sonymobile.com/support/.

Listening to music
Use the Music application to listen to your favourite music and audio books.

1 Minimise the full screen player

2 Search all songs saved to your device

3 View the current play queue

4 View menu options

5 Album art (if available)

6 Add or remove a song as a favourite

7 Elapsed time of current song

8 Add a song to a playlist

9 Progress indicator – drag the indicator or tap along the line to fast-forward or rewind

10 Total time length of current song

11 Repeat all songs in the current play queue

12 Tap to go to the next song in the play queue, touch and hold to fast-forward within the current song

13 Play or pause a song

14 Tap to go to the previous song in the play queue, touch and hold to rewind within the current song

15 Shuffle songs in the current play queue

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1 Tap in the top left corner to open the Music menu

2 Scroll up or down to view content

3 Play a song using the Music application

4 Play all songs in shuffle mode

5 Return to the music player screen

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap , then find and tap .
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You might not be able to play copyright-protected items. Make sure that you have the
necessary rights for the content you wish to use.

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ವ While a song is playing in the Music application, tap the Album art and then tap
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Online resources related to the song can include videos on YouTube™, song lyrics, and artist
information on Wikipedia.

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 From the Music application, tap the Album art and then tap (GLWPXVLFLQIR.
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 When you are finished, tap 6$9(.
You can also set album art to download automatically in the Music menu, under Settings.

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ವ Press the volume key up or down.

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ವ When a song is playing, tap to go to the +RPHVFUHHQ. The Music
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ವ While a song is playing in the background, drag the status bar downwards and
tap the Music application.
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Music menu
The Music menu gives you an overview of all the songs on your device. From here
you can manage your albums and playlists.

1 Return to the Music home screen

2 View the current play queue

3 Browse all playlists

4 Browse all artists

5 Browse all albums

6 Browse all songs

7 Browse all genres

8 Browse all folders

9 Open the settings menu for the Music application

10 Open the support menu for the Music application

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap , then find and tap .
 Tap .

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ವ When the Music menu is open, tap +RPH or simply tap on the screen to the
right of the menu.

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 From the Music menu, browse to the song that you want to delete.
 Touch and hold the song title, then tap 'HOHWHIURPVWRUDJH in the list that
appears.
 Tap '(/(7( to confirm.
You cannot delete a song that is currently playing.

Playlists
On the Music home screen, you can create your own playlists from the music that is
saved on your device.

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 From the Music home screen, touch and hold the name of the album or song
that you want to add to a playlist.
 In the menu that opens, tap $GGWRSOD\OLVW > &UHDWHQHZSOD\OLVW.
 Enter a name for the playlist and tap 2..
You can also open the Music home screen menu, tap 3OD\OLVWV, then tap to create a new
playlist.

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 Open the Music menu, then tap 3OD\OLVWV.
 Under 3OD\OLVWV, select the playlist that you want to open.
 If you want to play all songs, tap any song or 6KXIIOHDOO.

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 From the Music home screen, browse to the song or album that you want to
add to a playlist.
 Touch and hold the song or the album title, then tap $GGWRSOD\OLVW.
 Tap the name of the playlist to which you want to add the album or song. The
album or song is now added to the playlist.

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 In a playlist, touch and hold the title of the song that you want to remove.
 Tap 5HPRYHIURPSOD\OLVW.

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 Touch and hold the playlist that you want to delete.
 Tap 'HOHWH.
 Tap '(/(7( to confirm.
You cannot delete smart playlists.

Sharing music
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share.
 Touch and hold the song title, then tap 6KDUH.
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You can also share albums and playlists in the same way.

Enhancing the sound


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preset arrangement, tap to select an arrangement, then tap 2. to confirm.

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Listening to the radio


The FM radio in your device works like any FM radio. For example, you can browse
and listen to FM radio stations and save them as favourites. You must connect a
wired headset or headphones to your device before you can use the radio. This is
because the headset or headphones act as an antenna. After one of these devices is
connected, you can then switch the audio to the speaker, if desired.

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1 Favourites list

2 Radio on/off button

3 View menu options

4 Tuned frequency

5 Save or remove a channel as a favourite

6 Tuning dial

7 Frequency band – drag left or right to move between channels

8 Move up the frequency band to search for a channel

9 A saved favourite channel

10 Move down the frequency band to search for a channel

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frequency band.
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information, it appears a few seconds after you start listening to the channel.

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ವ Alternatively, tap the arrows on either side of the band to jump to the next clear
radio signal.

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all available channels.

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 When the radio is open, press .
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To switch the sound back to the wired headset or headphones, press and tap 3OD\LQ
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Favourite radio channels
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 When the radio is open, navigate to the channel that you want to save as a
favourite.
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Radio sound settings


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Taking photos and recording videos

1 Front camera lens

2 Select capturing mode

3 Switch between the front and main camera

4 Zoom in or out

5 View photos and videos

6 Save location

7 Shutter button – Take photos or record videos

8 Go back a step or exit the camera

9 Capturing mode settings

10 Flash settings

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 Activate the camera.
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you release the camera button.

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 Activate the camera, then tap a thumbnail to open a photo or video.
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General camera settings

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The camera automatically detects faces and indicates them with frames. A coloured
frame shows which face has been selected for focus. Focus is set to the face closest
to the centre of the camera. You can also tap one of the frames to select which face
should be in focus.

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camera automatically takes a photo.

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as soon as a smile is detected.
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geographical location as you shoot. The geographical location is determined by
wireless networks and GPS technology.
When appears on the camera screen, Saving location is turned on but the
geographical position has not been found. When appears, Saving location is
turned on and the geographical location is available, so the geographical location can
be added to your photo. When neither of these two symbols appears, Saving location
is disabled.

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function.
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they are not already enabled. Tap 2., then tap the /RFDWLRQ slider.

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screen for 3 seconds.

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sound. If you use the self-timer, it will make a series of beeps to mark the countdown.
You can choose to turn these sounds on or off.

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internal storage.

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composition for your photo.
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photo.

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This setting is only available in the Superior auto and Video camera modes.

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White balance, which is only available in 0DQXDO capturing mode, adjusts the colour
balance according to the lighting conditions. You can also adjust the exposure
manually in the -2.0 EV to +2.0 EV range. For example, you can increase the image
brightness or decrease the overall exposure by tapping the plus or minus controls

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accordingly when is displayed. Focus and shutter speed can be set for either
manual or automatic adjustment.

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Adjust the colour balance automatically.
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under light bulbs.
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with a higher resolution has a higher quality, but requires more memory.
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10 megapixel resolution with 16:9 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos that you want to
view on widescreen displays.

Front camera:

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5 megapixel resolution with 4:3 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos that you want to
view on non-widescreen displays or print in high resolution.
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3 megapixel resolution with 16:9 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos that you want to
view on widescreen displays.

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to take self-portraits or group photos with everyone in the photo. You can also use
the self-timer if you want to avoid shaking the camera when taking photos.

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you.

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or in conditions where the contrast is sharp. HDR compensates for the loss of detail
and produces a picture that is representative of both dark and bright areas.
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sensitivity settings ranging from 100 to 3200.
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Adjusts the exposure to the desired part of the subject when you touch the screen.

This setting is only available in 0DQXDO capturing mode.

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backlight. The following options are available when you tap the flash icon on the
camera screen:

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Video camera settings


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the Smile Shutter™ feature the camera automatically takes snapshots of smiling
faces while you continue to record your video.

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or when there is a backlight. The video flash icon is available on the video camera
screen. Note that the video quality can sometimes be better without a light even if
lighting conditions are poor.

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Viewing photos and videos
Use the Album application to view photos and play videos that you’ve taken with your
camera, or to view similar content that you've saved to your device. All photos and
videos are displayed in a chronologically ordered grid.

1 Tap to open the Album home screen menu

2 View menu options

3 A slideshow of all your photos and videos, or of those added to favourites

4 Drag the left edge of the screen to the right to open the Album home screen menu

5 The date of items in the group

6 Tap a photo or video to view it

7 Scroll up or down to view content

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or video.
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The Album application may not support all file formats. For more information about supported
file formats and the use of multimedia (audio, image and video) files, download the White
paper for your device at www.sonymobile.com/support/.

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fingers together to zoom out.

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> 6OLGHVKRZ to start playing all the photos in an album.
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 In Album, find and tap the video that you want to play.
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Album home screen menu


From the Album home screen menu you can browse your photo albums, including
photos and videos taken using special effects, as well as content that you have
shared online via services such as Picasa™ and Facebook. Once you are logged in to
such platforms, you can manage content and view online images. From the Album
application you can also add geotags to photos, perform basic editing tasks, and use
methods such as Bluetooth® wireless technology and email to share content.

1 Return to the Album application home screen to view all content

2 View all photos and videos taken with your device's camera

3 View all photos and videos saved on your device in different folders

4 View all videos saved on your device

5 View your photos on a map or in Globe view

6 View your favourite photos and videos

7 Open the settings menu for the Album application

8 Open web support

9 View photos from online services

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
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started. All available online albums that you have uploaded to the service are
displayed.
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 Flick left to view the next photo or video. Flick right to view the previous photo
or video.

Sharing and managing photos and videos


You can share photos and videos that you’ve saved on your device. You can also
manage them in different ways. For example, you can work with photos in batches,
delete photos and link them to contacts. If you have lots of photos saved on your
device, it’s a good idea to regularly transfer them to a computer or to an external
storage device in order to avoid any unpredictable loss of data. Doing so also frees
up more space on your device. See Managing files using a computer on page 38.
You might not be able to copy, send or transfer copyright-protected items. Also, some items
may not send if the file size is too large.

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 In Album, find and tap the photo or video that you want to share.
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steps to send it.

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item until it is highlighted.
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all items, tap , then tap 6HOHFWDOO.
 Use the tools in the toolbar to work with your selected items.

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Editing photos with the Photo editor application
You can edit and apply effects to original photos that you’ve taken with your camera.
For example, you can change the light effects. After you save the edited photo, the
original unchanged version of the photo remains on your device.

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 Tap &URS to select an option.
 To adjust the crop frame, touch and hold the edge of the crop frame. When the
circles at the edges disappear, drag inward or outward to resize the frame.
 To resize all sides of the crop frame at the same time, touch and hold one of
the four corners. When the circles at the edges disappear, drag the corner
accordingly.
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frame, then drag it to the desired position.
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Editing videos with the Video editor application


You can edit videos that you’ve taken with your camera. For example, you can trim a
video to the desired length or adjust the speed of a video. After you save the edited
video, the original unchanged version of the video remains on your device.

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 In the Album, find and tap the video that you want to edit.
 Tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap .
 If prompted, select 9LGHR(GLWRU then tap 7ULP.
 To move the trim frame to another part of the timeline, touch and hold the edge
of the trim frame and drag it to the desired position, then tap $SSO\.
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 Select an option, then touch and hold the edge of the timeline and drag it to
the desired position and tap $SSO\.
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 With the help of the arrows, or by dragging the marker on the progress bar,
select the preferred frame that you want to capture, then tap 6DYH.

Hiding photos and videos


You can hide any photos and videos from the Album home screen. Once photos and
videos are hidden from the Album home screen, they can only be viewed from the
Hidden folder.

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 In Album, find and tap the photo or video that you want to hide.
 Tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap .
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 In Album, tap , then tap +LGGHQ.
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or video.

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Viewing your photos on a map


Adding location information to photos is referred to as geotagging. You can view and
tag your photos on a map and show friends and family where you were when you
took a particular photo. See Saving a photo's geographic location on page 95 for
more information.

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1 View geotagged photos in Globe view

2 Search a location on the map

3 View menu options

4 Double tap to zoom in. Pinch to zoom out. Drag to view different parts of the map

5 A group of photos or videos geotagged with the same location

6 Thumbnails of the selected group of photos or videos. Tap an item to view it in full screen

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 When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars.
 Tap , then tap $GGJHRWDJ or (GLWJHRWDJ to open the map screen.
 Tap on the map to set the location for the photo.
 To reset the location for the photo, tap the new location on the map.
 When you are finished, tap 2..
If you have turned on location detection and activated geotagging in the camera, you can tag
your photos directly for map viewing at a later stage.

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
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 Tap the photo that you want to view on a map.
If several photos were taken at the same location, only one of them appears on the map. The
total number of photos appears in the top right corner, for example, . To view all photos in
the group, tap the cover photo and then tap one of the thumbnails at the bottom of the
screen.

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The Video application
Use the Video application to play movies and other video content that you’ve saved
or downloaded to your device. The application also serves as a TV programme guide
with the option to show detailed programme information and related content,
including social media posts about the programme you are interested in. You can use
the application as a fully functioning remote controller with your compatible home
device. You can also play your movies on other devices that are connected to the
same network or saved in the cloud.
Some video files may not be playable in the Video application. The availability of the TV
programme guide and the remote controller vary by market and connected device.

1 Tap to open the Video home screen menu

2 View the programme guide

3 Refresh content

4 Remote controller

5 Search content

6 Switch between viewing the contents of your library, Popular programmes, On Air programmes,
Films, TV Series, and Recommended programmes

7 Drag the left edge of the screen to the right to open the menu, browse content and adjust settings

8 Tap a programme to get detailed information and related content

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To use your device as a remote controller with another compatible home network
device, you first need to pair the two devices. In order to do this, both devices need
to be connected to the same network. For more information on compatible devices,
visit Compatible device list.
 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap , then find and tap 9LGHR.
 Tap to open the home screen menu, then tap $GGGHYLFH.
 Select the home device from the list.
 Enter the registration number shown on the home device and follow the
instructions to finish pairing.
 After the successful pairing, the icon for the remote controller function
appears. You can now use your device as a fully functional remote controller
for the home device.

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap , then find and tap 9LGHR.
 Tap to open the home screen menu, then tap 6HWWLQJV.
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the screen, tap to open the home screen menu, then find and tap the video
that you want to play.
 To display or hide the controls, tap the screen.
 To pause playing, tap . To resume playing, tap .
 To rewind, drag the progress bar marker to the left. To fast-forward, drag the
progress bar marker to the right.

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follow the instructions provided.

Transferring video content to your device


Before you start using the Video application, it’s a good idea to transfer movies, TV
shows and other video content to your device from other devices, such as a
computer. There are several ways to transfer your content:
ವ For Windows® only: Connect your device to a computer using a USB Type-C™ cable
and drag and drop the video files directly using the file manager application on the
computer. See Managing files using a computer on page 38.
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content and transfer video files to your device.

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 Tap the video thumbnail, then tap .
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Mirroring the screen of your device wirelessly on a TV
You can use the Screen mirroring feature to show the screen of your device on a TV
or other large display without using a cable connection. Wi-Fi Direct™ technology
creates a wireless connection between the two devices, so you can sit back and
enjoy your favourite photos from the comfort of your couch. You can also use this
feature to listen to music from your device using the TV's speakers.
When using Screen mirroring, the image quality may sometimes be negatively impacted if
there is interference from other Wi-Fi networks.

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 79: Follow the instructions in the User guide of your TV to turn on the Screen
mirroring function.
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Your TV must support Screen mirroring based on Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Miracast™ for the function
to work. If your TV does not support Screen mirroring, you may need to purchase a wireless
display adapter separately. Also, when using Screen mirroring, do not cover the Wi-Fi antenna
area of your device.

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Displaying files on another device using Cast


You can push media content from your device to another device connected to the
same Wi-Fi network. The receiving device must be able to function as a Digital Media
Renderer (DMR) device and play content received from your device. A TV or a PC
running Windows® 7 or later are examples of DMR devices.

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connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your device.
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 Find and tap $OEXP.
 Browse and open the photos or videos that you want to view.
 Swipe down the status bar with two fingers, then tap and select the device
that you want to share your content with.
 To stop sharing the photo or video with the client device, tap and then
select 6WRSFDVWLQJ.
You may also see Google Cast devices shown on the list when tapping .

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 Make sure that you have correctly set up the DMR client device and that it is
connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your device.
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tap the track.
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playing on the device that you select.
 To disconnect from the client device, tap and then select 6WRSFDVWLQJ.
You may also see Google Cast devices shown on the list when tapping .

Connecting your device to USB accessories


You can use a USB Type-C™ host adapter to connect your device to USB
accessories such as USB mass storage devices, game controllers, USB keyboards
and USB mice. If the USB accessory has a USB Type-C connector, a USB Type-C
host adapter is not necessary.
USB Type-C host adapters are sold separately. Sony does not guarantee that all USB
accessories are supported by your device.
This device has a capless USB Type-C port. If your device gets exposed to water, ensure that
the port is completely dry before connecting a USB Type-C cable.

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host adapter.
 To access files and folders on the USB storage device, use a file manager app
such as File Commander.
You can also open the relevant media application on your device to view content directly. For
example, you can open the Album application to view photos stored on USB mass storage
devices.

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If the notification does not appear, tap 6HWWLQJV > 6WRUDJH PHPRU\ > > $GYDQFHG > 6WRUDJH
> next to 3RUWDEOHVWRUDJH.

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Ethernet accessories. Sony does not guarantee that all USB accessories are supported by
your device.

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device.
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supported by your device.

NFC
Use Near Field Communication (NFC) to share data with other devices, such as
videos, photos, web page addresses, music files or contacts. You can also use NFC
to scan tags that give you more information about a product or service as well as
tags that activate certain functions on your device.
NFC is a wireless technology with a maximum range of one centimetre, so the
devices sharing data must be held close to each other. Before you can use NFC, you
must first turn on the NFC function, and the screen of your device must be active.
The NFC detection area is located on the back of the device. Hold your device close
to another device or an NFC reader so that the NFC detection areas touch each
other.

NFC may not be available in all countries or regions. Using certain apps, some NFC functions
can be enabled even when the device is switched off. Note that not all devices support this
feature.

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screens are active and unlocked.
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detection areas of each device touch. When the devices connect, a thumbnail
of the contact appears.
 Tap the thumbnail to start the transfer.
 When the transfer is done, the contact information is saved on the receiving
device and displayed on its screen.

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 Make sure that both your device and the receiving device have the NFC
function turned on, and that both screens are active and unlocked.
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 Select a music category and browse to the track you want to share.
 Tap the track to play it. You can then tap to pause the track. The transfer
works whether the track is playing or paused.
 Make sure the track is displayed on full screen.
 Hold your device and the receiving device close to each other so that the NFC
detection areas of each device touch. When the devices connect, a thumbnail
of the track appears.
 Tap the thumbnail to start the transfer.
 When the transfer is done, the music file is saved on the receiving device.
 To display the music file, double-tap the status bar to open the Notification
panel, and then tap %HDPFRPSOHWH .

7RVKDUHDSKRWRRUYLGHRZLWKDQRWKHUGHYLFHXVLQJ1)&
 Make sure that both devices have the NFC function turned on, and that both
screens are active and unlocked.
 To view photos and videos on your device, go to your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap ,
then find and tap $OEXP.
 Tap the photo or video that you want to share.
 Hold your device and the receiving device close to each other so that the NFC
detection areas of each device touch. When the devices connect, a thumbnail
of the photo or video appears.
 Tap the thumbnail to start the transfer.
 When the transfer is done, the photo or video is saved on the receiving device.

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 Make sure that both devices have the NFC function turned on, and that both
screens are active and unlocked.
 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 To open the web browser, find and tap .
 Load the web page that you want to share.
 Hold your device and the receiving device close to each other so that the NFC
detection areas of each device touch. When the devices connect, a thumbnail
of the web page appears.
 Tap the thumbnail to start the transfer.
 When the transfer is done, the web page is displayed on the screen of the
receiving device.

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Your device can scan various kinds of NFC tags to receive additional information,
such as a web address. For example, it can scan embedded tags on a poster, on a
billboard advertisement, or beside a product in a retail store.

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 Make sure that your device has the NFC function turned on and that the screen
is active and unlocked.
 Place your device over the tag so that the NFC detection area touches it. Your
device scans the tag and displays the content collected. Tap the content of the
tag to open it.

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You can connect your device to other NFC compatible devices produced by Sony,
such as a speaker or a headphone. When establishing this kind of connection, refer
to the User guide of the compatible device for more information.
You may need to have Wi-Fi or Bluetooth® activated on both devices for the connection to
work.

Bluetooth® wireless technology


Use the Bluetooth® function to send files to other Bluetooth® compatible devices, or
to connect to handsfree accessories. Bluetooth® connections work better within 10
metres (33 feet), with no solid objects in between. In some cases you have to
manually pair your device with other Bluetooth® devices.
Interoperability and compatibility among Bluetooth® devices can vary.

If you are using a device with multiple users, each user can change the Bluetooth® settings,
and the changes affect all users.

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 Find and tap 6HWWLQJV > %OXHWRRWK.
 Tap the %OXHWRRWK slider to enable or disable the function.

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You can give your device a name. This name is shown to other devices after you
have turned on the Bluetooth® function and your device is set to visible.

7RJLYH\RXUGHYLFHDQDPH
 Make sure that the Bluetooth® function is turned on.
 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 Find and tap 6HWWLQJV > %OXHWRRWK.
 Tap > 5HQDPHWKLVGHYLFH.
 Enter a name for your device.
 Tap 5(1$0(.

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When you pair your device with another device, you can for example connect your
device to a Bluetooth® headset or a Bluetooth® car kit, and use these other devices
to share music.
Once you pair your device with another Bluetooth® device, your device remembers
this pairing. When pairing your device with a Bluetooth® device for the first time, you
may need to enter a passcode. Your device will automatically try the generic
passcode 0000. If this does not work, refer to the user guide for your Bluetooth®
device to get the device passcode. You do not need to re-enter the passcode the
next time you connect to a previously paired Bluetooth® device.
Some Bluetooth® devices, for example, most Bluetooth® headsets, require you to both pair
and connect with the other device.

You can pair your device with several Bluetooth® devices, but you can only connect to one
Bluetooth® profile at the same time.

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 Make sure that the device you want to pair with has the Bluetooth® function
activated and is visible to other Bluetooth® devices.
 From your device’s +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 Find and tap 6HWWLQJV > %OXHWRRWK.
 Tap the %OXHWRRWK slider to enable the function. A list of the available
Bluetooth® devices appears.
 Tap the Bluetooth® device that you want to pair with.
 Enter a passcode, if required, or confirm the same passcode on both devices.

7RFRQQHFW\RXUGHYLFHWRDQRWKHU%OXHWRRWKpGHYLFH
 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
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 Tap the Bluetooth® device that you want to connect to.

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 Find and tap 6HWWLQJV > %OXHWRRWK.
 Under 3DLUHGGHYLFHV, tap beside the name of the device that you want to
unpair.
 Tap )25*(7.

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Use Bluetooth® technology to share items with other Bluetooth® compatible devices
such as phones or computers. You can send and receive the following kinds of items:
ವ Photos and videos
ವ Music and other audio files
ವ Web pages

7RVHQGLWHPVXVLQJ%OXHWRRWKp
 5HFHLYLQJGHYLFH Make sure the Bluetooth® function is turned on and that the
device is visible to other Bluetooth® devices.
 6HQGLQJGHYLFH Open the application which contains the item that you want to
send, and scroll to the item.
 Depending on the application and on the item that you want to send, you may
need to, for example, touch and hold the item, open the item, and press .
 Select %OXHWRRWK.
 Turn on Bluetooth® if you are prompted to do so.
 Tap the name of the receiving device.
 5HFHLYLQJGHYLFH If prompted, accept the connection.
 6HQGLQJGHYLFH If prompted, confirm the transfer to the receiving device.
 5HFHLYLQJGHYLFH Accept the incoming item.

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 Make sure that the Bluetooth® function is on and is visible to other Bluetooth®
devices.
 The sending device now starts sending data to your device.
 If prompted, enter the same passcode on both devices, or confirm the
suggested passcode.
 When you are notified of an incoming file to your device, drag the status bar
downwards and tap the notification to accept the file transfer.
 Tap $FFHSW to start the file transfer.
 To view the progress of the transfer, drag the status bar downwards.
 To open a received item, drag the status bar downwards and tap the relevant
notification.

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7RYLHZILOHV\RXKDYHUHFHLYHGXVLQJ%OXHWRRWKp
 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 Find and tap 6HWWLQJV > %OXHWRRWK.
 Press and select 6KRZUHFHLYHGILOHV.

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Google Search & Now
Use the Google app to search the internet. You can also enable a feed for regular
updates ಥ for example, you can get traffic information before commuting to work, find
popular restaurants in your area, see your favourite team's current score, and more.
The app can be accessed by tapping in the application list, or you can reserve a
pane on your Home screen for quick access and easy reading.

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 Find and tap 6HWWLQJV > *RRJOH > 6HDUFK > <RXUIHHG.
 Tap the slider to enable or disable the feed.

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 Touch and hold any area on your Home screen until the device vibrates.
 Tap , then tap the *RRJOH1RZറ slider.
 You can now swipe to the left-most pane on the Home screen to access the
Google Search & Now interface.
If you reserve the left-most pane for Google Search & Now, the main Home screen pane
cannot be changed and additional panes cannot be added to the left. Only the left-most pane
can be reserved.

Using your device as a wallet


You can use your device to pay for goods without reaching for your real wallet and
manage all payment services in one place. When making a payment, remember to
turn on the NFC function before you touch your device to a card reader. For more
information about NFC, see NFC on page 111.
NFC-initiated payments are only supported when an NFC-enabled SIM card is inserted in SIM
card slot 1. Also, mobile payment services may not be available in your region.

7RPDQDJHSD\PHQWVHUYLFHV
 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 Find and tap 6HWWLQJV > 0RUH > 7DS SD\. A list of payment services appears.
 Manage the payment services as desired, for example, you can change your
default payment service.

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Using location services
Location services allow applications such as Maps and the camera to use information
from your mobile or Wi-Fi network as well as Global Positioning System (GPS)
information to determine your approximate location. If you're not within a clear line of
sight to GPS satellites, your device can determine your location using the Wi-Fi
function. And if you're not within range of a network, your device can determine your
location using your mobile network.
In order to use your device to find out where you are, you need to enable location
services.
You may incur data connection charges when you connect to the internet from your device.

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 Find and tap 6HWWLQJV > /RFDWLRQ, then tap the slider to enable or disable
location services.

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The first time you use the GPS function in your device, it can take a few minutes for
your location to be found. To help the search, make sure you have a clear view of the
sky. Stand still and don't cover the GPS antenna (the highlighted area in the image).
GPS signals can pass through clouds and plastic, but not through most solid objects
such as buildings and mountains. If your location isn't found after a few minutes,
move to another location.

Google Maps™ and navigation


Use Google Maps™ to track your current location, view real-time traffic situations
and receive detailed directions to your destination.
The Google Maps™ application requires an internet connection when used online.
You may incur data connection charges when you connect to the internet from your
device. To get more detailed information about how to use this application, go to
http://support.google.com and click the “Maps for mobile” link.
The Google Maps™ application may not be available in every market, country or region.

7RXVH*RRJOH0DSVറ
 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 Find and tap *RRJOH > 0DSV.

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Using data traffic when travelling
When you travel outside of your home mobile network, you may need to access the
internet using mobile data traffic. If so, you need to activate data roaming on your
device. You may incur additional charges when you activate data roaming. It is
recommended to check the relevant data transmission charges in advance.
If you are using a device with multiple users, you may need to log in as the owner, that is, the
primary user, to activate or deactivate data roaming.

7RHQDEOHRUGLVDEOHGDWDURDPLQJ
 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 Find and tap 6HWWLQJV > 0RUH > 0RELOHQHWZRUNV.
 Select a SIM card.
 Tap the 'DWDURDPLQJ slider to enable or disable the function.
You can’t activate data roaming while mobile data traffic is turned off.

Airplane mode
In Airplane mode, the network and radio transceivers are turned off to prevent
disturbance to sensitive equipment. However, you can still make emergency calls,
play games, listen to music, watch videos and other content, as long as all this
content is saved on your memory card or internal storage. You can also be notified
by alarms, if alarms are activated.
Turning on Airplane mode reduces battery consumption.

7RHQDEOHRUGLVDEOH$LUSODQHPRGH
 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 Find and tap 6HWWLQJV > 0RUH.
 Tap the $LUSODQHPRGH slider.

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Calendar
Use the Calendar application to manage your time schedule. If you have signed in to
and synchronised your device with one or several online accounts that include
calendars, for example, your Google™ account, then calendar events from these
accounts will also appear in the Calendar application. You can select which
calendars you want to integrate into the combined Calendar view.
When an appointment time approaches, your device plays a notification sound to
remind you.

1 Access settings, select a view type and the calendars that you want to view

2 Access an overview of the current month

3 Return to the current date

4 Access other options

5 Scroll up or down to browse the calendar

6 Add a calendar entry

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ವ When the Calendar application is open, tap , then find and tap +HOS
IHHGEDFN.

Clock
You can set one or several alarms and use any sound file saved on your device as the
alarm signal. The alarm does not sound if your device is turned off.
The alarm time format displayed is the same as the format you select for your general
time settings, for example, 12-hour or 24-hour.

1 Access the alarms tab

2 Access the world clock tab

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3 Access the stopwatch tab

4 Access the timer tab

5 View options for the current tab

6 Open date and time settings

7 Turn an alarm on or off

8 Add a new alarm

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 From your Home screen, tap .
 Find and tap &ORFN.
 Tap .
 Tap 7LPH and select the desired value.
 Tap 2..
 If desired, edit other alarm settings.
 Tap 6$9(.

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ವ Tap 6122=(.

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ವ Drag to the right.
To turn off a snoozed alarm, you can drag down the status bar to open the Notification panel
and then tap .

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 Find and tap &ORFN, then tap the alarm that you want to edit.
 Make the desired changes.
 Tap 6$9(.

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ವ Find and tap &ORFN, then tap the slider for the alarm you want to turn on or off.

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 Tap 'HOHWHDODUP, then tap <(6.

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 Find and tap &ORFN, then tap the alarm that you want to edit.
 Tap $ODUPVRXQG and select an option, or tap and select a music file.
 Tap '21(, then tap 6$9(.
For more information about how to adjust the alarm volume levels, see Volume settings on
page 55.

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 Drag the volume slider under $ODUPYROXPH to the desired position.
 Tap 6$9(.

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 Find and tap &ORFN, then tap the alarm that you want to edit.
 Tap 5HSHDW.
 Mark the checkboxes for the relevant days, then tap 2..
 Tap 6$9(.

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 Find and tap &ORFN, then tap the alarm that you want to edit.
 Tap the 9LEUDWH slider to enable or disable the function.
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 Find and tap &ORFN, then select the alarm that you want to edit.
 Tap 6LGHNH\VEHKDYLRXU, then select the desired behaviour of side keys when
they are pressed during the alarm.
 Tap 6$9(.

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Magnification gesture
Magnification gesture allows you to zoom in to parts of the screen by tapping an area
of the touchscreen three times in succession.

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 Find and tap 6HWWLQJV > $FFHVVLELOLW\ > 0DJQLILFDWLRQJHVWXUH.
 Tap the slider under 0DJQLILFDWLRQJHVWXUH.

7RPDJQLI\DQDUHDDQGSDQDFURVVWKHVFUHHQ
 Make sure that 0DJQLILFDWLRQJHVWXUH is enabled.
 To temporarily magnify an area, tap it three times.
 Move the area by dragging it with two or more fingers.
 To exit zoom mode, tap the area three times again.
With certain applications, you can also zoom in or out by pinching an area.

Font size
You can enable the )RQWVL]H option to increase the default size of text displayed on
your device.

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 Find and tap 6HWWLQJV > $FFHVVLELOLW\.
 Tap )RQWVL]H, and then set the desired font size by tapping the scale.

Display size
You can use the 'LVSOD\VL]H setting to increase or decrease all elements on your
screen, not just text.

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 Find and tap 6HWWLQJV > $FFHVVLELOLW\.
 Tap 'LVSOD\VL]H, and then set the desired display size by tapping the scale.

Colour correction
The Colour correction setting adjusts how colours are displayed on the screen for
users who are colour blind or have difficulty distinguishing between colours.

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 Find and tap 6HWWLQJV > $FFHVVLELOLW\ > &RORXUFRUUHFWLRQ.
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 Tap &RUUHFWLRQPRGH, then select the appropriate colour sensitivity.
Colour correction is currently an experimental feature and may affect device performance.

TalkBack
TalkBack is a screen reader service for visually impaired users. TalkBack uses spoken
feedback to describe any events or actions performed on your Android device.

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TalkBack describes the user interface and reads out software errors, notifications and
messages.

7RHQDEOH7DON%DFN
 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 Find and tap 6HWWLQJV > $FFHVVLELOLW\ > 7DON%DFN.
 Tap the slider under 7DON%DFN and then tap 2..
To change speech, feedback and touch preferences for TalkBack, tap 6HWWLQJV, then tap the
screen twice.

TalkBack launches a tutorial immediately after you enable the feature. To exit the tutorial, tap
, then tap the screen twice.

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap , then tap anywhere on the screen twice.
 Find and tap 6HWWLQJV, then tap anywhere on the screen twice.
 Find and tap $FFHVVLELOLW\ by scrolling through the list with two or more fingers,
then tap anywhere on the screen twice.
 Find and tap 7DON%DFN by scrolling through the list with two or more fingers,
then tap anywhere on the screen twice.
 Tap the on-off switch, and then tap anywhere on the screen twice.
 Tap 2., and then tap anywhere on the screen twice.

Mono audio
The Mono audio setting makes both left and right audio channels get played back
simultaneously when playing audio. Using Mono instead of Stereo playback is most
useful for users with certain types of hearing loss or for safety reasons, for example
when you need to listen to your surroundings.

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 Find and tap 6HWWLQJV > $FFHVVLELOLW\.
 Tap the slider beside 0RQRDXGLR.

TTY (Teletypewriter) mode


The TTY (Teletypewriter) feature on your device allows people who are deaf, hard of
hearing, or who have speech or language disabilities, to communicate using a TTY
device or a relay service.

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 Find and tap 6HWWLQJV > &DOO.
 Choose a SIM card, then tap $FFHVVLELOLW\ > 77<PRGH.
 Select the applicable TTY mode.

Switch Access
With Switch Access, you can interact with your Xperia™ device using one or more
switches. A switch is a device used to send a keystroke signal to your Android
device. These can be helpful for users with mobility limitations. For more information
about Switch Access, see 6HWWLQJV > $FFHVVLELOLW\ > 6ZLWFK$FFHVV > 6(77,1*6 >
+HOS IHHGEDFN.

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 Tap the slider to enable or disable the function, then tap 2..

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Support application
Use the Support application on your device to browse User guides, troubleshooting
guides, and to find information about software updates and other product-related
information.

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 Find and tap , then select the required support item.
Connect to the internet when using the Support application for the best available support.

Xperia™ Tips
Using Xperia™ Tips you can get useful information for your device via notifications,
and learn all you need to get started.

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 Find and tap 6HWWLQJV > $VVLVWDQW.
 Tap the ;SHULDറ7LSV slider to enable or disable.

Help in menus and applications


Some applications and settings have help available in the options menu, which is
normally indicated by in the individual applications.

Running diagnostic tests on your device


The Xperia™ Diagnostics application can test a specific function or run a full
diagnostic test to check if your Xperia™ device is working properly.
Xperia™ Diagnostics can:
ವ Assess potential hardware or software issues on your Xperia™ device.
ವ Analyse how well applications perform on your device.
ವ Log the number of dropped calls during the previous 10 days.
ವ Identify installed software and provide useful details about your device.
The Xperia™ Diagnostics application is pre-installed on most Android™ devices from Sony. If
the Diagnostics option is not available under 6HWWLQJV > $ERXWSKRQH or from the 722/6
menu in the Support application, you can download a light version using the Play Store™
application.

Restarting, resetting and repairing


You can force your device to restart or shut down if it stops responding or won't
restart normally. No settings or personal data get deleted.
You can also reset your device to its original factory settings. This action is
sometimes necessary if your device stops functioning properly, but note that if you
want to keep any important data, you should first back up this data to a memory card
or other non-internal memory. For more information, see Backing up and restoring
content on page 41.

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If your device fails to turn on or you want to reset your device’s software, you can use
Xperia™ Companion to repair your device. For more information on using Xperia™
Companion, see Xperia™ Companion on page 38.
If you are sharing a device with multiple users, you may need to log in as the owner, that is,
the primary user, to reset your device to its original factory settings.

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Your device may fail to restart if the battery level is low. Connect your device to a charger and
try restarting again.

 Press and hold down the power key .


 In the menu that opens, tap 5HVWDUW. The device restarts automatically.

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 Press and hold down the power key and the volume up key at the same time
for 6 seconds.
 Your device vibrates once. Depending on whether you wish to force the device
to restart or shut down, proceed as follows.
ವ If you wish to force restart the device: Release the keys at this point. The
device restarts.
ವ If you wish to force shut down the device: Continue pressing the keys. After
a few more seconds, the device vibrates three times and turns off.

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To avoid permanent damage to your device, do not interrupt a factory data reset procedure.

 Back up any important data that is saved on the internal memory of your
device to a memory card or other non-internal memory. If you have any
encrypted files stored on an SD card, you should also remove the encryption to
ensure you can still access them after the reset.
 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 Find and tap 6HWWLQJV > %DFNXS UHVHW > )DFWRU\GDWDUHVHW.
 Tap 5HVHWSKRQH.
 If required, draw your screen unlock pattern or enter your screen unlock
password or PIN to continue.
 To confirm, tap (UDVHHYHU\WKLQJ.
Your device does not revert to an earlier software version of Android™ when you perform a
factory data reset.

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If you forget your screen unlock password, PIN or pattern, you can use the device
repair feature in Xperia™ Companion to erase the security layer. You need to provide
your Google account login details to perform this operation. By running the repair
feature, you reinstall software for your device and you may lose some personal data
in the process.
If you can’t turn off your device before performing a software repair, force it to shut
down.
When you receive a new Google™ account username or password, you might not be able to
use them to log in to and recover your device for 72 hours.

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Before performing a software repair, make sure you know your Google™ account username
and password. Depending on your security settings, you may need to enter them in order to
restart the device after a software repair.

If your device seems to have frozen, restarts repeatedly or doesn’t start at all after
you’ve updated the Xperia™ software or after you’ve performed a software repair or a
factory data reset, try forcing the device to shut down then try turning it back on. If

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the problem still exists, force the device to shut down then perform a software repair
by following the steps below:
 Make sure that Xperia™ Companion is installed on your PC or Mac®.
 Open the Xperia™ Companion software on the computer and click on 6RIWZDUH
UHSDLU on the main screen.
 Follow the instructions that appear on the screen to reinstall the software and
complete the repair.

Help us improve our software


You can allow the sending of usage info from your device so that Sony Mobile can
receive anonymous bug reports and statistics that help improve our software. None
of the information gathered includes personal data.

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 From your +RPHVFUHHQ, tap .
 Find and tap 6HWWLQJV > $ERXWSKRQH > 8VDJHLQIRVHWWLQJV.
 Mark the 6HQGXVDJHLQIR checkbox if it is not already marked.
 Tap $JUHH.

Warranty, SAR and usage guidelines


For information about warranty, SAR (Specific Absorption Rate) and safety guidelines,
please read the Important information provided under 6HWWLQJV > $ERXWSKRQH > /HJDO
LQIRUPDWLRQ on your device.

Recycling your device


Got an old device lying around the house? Why not recycle it? By doing so, you will
help us reuse its materials and components, and you’ll protect the environment too!
Find out more about the recycling options in your region at http://
blogs.sonymobile.com/about-us/sustainability/commitment/overview/.

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