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- Page 1 User guide Xperia ™ F3112/F3116...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents 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.......... - Page 3 Internet and networks..............43 Browsing the web................43 Internet and MMS settings ............... 43 Wi-Fi....................44 Sharing your cellular data connection..........46 Controlling Data Usage..............48 Selecting a SIM card for data traffic...........49 Selecting cellular networks..............49 Virtual private networks (VPNs)............49 Synchronizing data on your device..........
- Page 4 Transferring contacts.................75 Backing up contacts................. 76 Adding Medical and Emergency Contact Information......76 Favorites................... 77 Sending contact information..............77 Avoiding Duplicate Entries in the Contacts Application...... 78 Messaging and chat..............79 Reading and sending messages............79 Organizing your messages..............80 Calling from Messaging..............80 Messaging settings................
- Page 5 Videos..................111 The Video and TV SideView application...........111 Transferring video content to your device........112 Managing video content..............112 Movie Creator................. 112 Connectivity................114 Mirroring the Screen of Your Device Wirelessly on a TV....114 Displaying files on another device using Cast........114 Connecting your device to USB accessories........
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Page 6: Getting Started
Getting started About this User guide This is the Xperia™ XA User Guide for the Android™ 7.0 software version. If you're not sure which software version your device is running, you can check it in the Settings menu. System and application updates can present the features in your device in another way than described in this User Guide. -
Page 7: Assembly
1. Charging/Notification light 10. Main microphone 2. Headset jack 11. Charger/USB cable port 3. Proximity/Light sensor 12. Wi-Fi™/Bluetooth™/GPS antenna area 4. Ear speaker 13. Main camera lens 5. Front camera lens 14. Torch 6. Power key 15. Secondary microphone 7. Volume/Zoom key 16. -
Page 8: Screen Protection
Before using your device, remove the protective film by pulling up on the protruding tab. It is recommended to protect your device with a Sony-branded screen cover or a protector intended for your Xperia™ model. 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. -
Page 9: Why Do I Need A Googleâ„¢ Account
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™... -
Page 10: Device Security
Device security Making Sure Your Device is Protected Your device includes several security options, strongly recommended in case of loss or theft. These options are as follows: • Set a secure screen lock on your device using a PIN, password, or pattern to prevent anyone from accessing or resetting your device. -
Page 11: Unlocking Your Device Automatically
lockscreen type for all EAS accounts for enterprise security reasons. Contact the network administrator of your company or organization to check what network security policies are implemented for cellular devices. beside Screen lock. For more settings for each screen lock type, tap To change your screen lock type From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings >... - Page 12 • Trusted voice: Use voice recognition to unlock your device from the lockscreen 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.
- Page 13 Connecting to trusted devices If you have a device that you connect to regularly using Bluetooth® or NFC, for example, a home entertainment system or a fitness tracker, you can add it as a trusted device and bypass the added security of the lockscreen to save time. This feature is suitable if you’re normally in a secure place when you use this device.
- Page 14 signals can be replicated or manipulated. Someone with access to specialized equipment could unlock your device. To Add Your Home Location From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Smart Lock > Trusted places > Home.
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Page 15: Sim Card Protection
SIM Card Protection You can lock and unlock each SIM card that you use in your device with a PIN (Personal Identification Number). When a SIM card is locked, the subscription linked to the card is protected against misuse, meaning you have to enter a PIN every time you start your device. -
Page 16: Finding The Identification Number Of Your Device
To select which SIM card handles data traffic From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Dual SIM > Cellular data. Select the SIM card you want to use for data traffic. For higher data speeds, select the SIM card that supports the fastest cellular network, for example, 3G or LTE. - Page 17 • Sound an alert even if the device is in Do not disturb mode. • Remotely lock the device and make the device display your contact details to anyone who finds it. • Remotely clear the internal and external memory of the device as a last resort. If you’ve cleared the internal memory of the device using the “Protection by my Xperia”...
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Page 18: Learning The Basics
Learning the basics Using the touchscreen Tapping • Open or select an item. • Mark or unmark a checkbox or option. • Enter text using the on-screen keyboard. Touching and holding • Move an item. • Activate an item-specific menu. •... -
Page 19: Locking And Unlocking The Screen
Swiping • Scroll up or down a list. • Scroll left or right, for example, between Homescreen panes. • Swipe left or right to reveal more options. Flicking • Scroll quickly, for example, in a list or on a web page. You can stop the scrolling movement by tapping the screen. -
Page 20: Homescreen
To lock the screen • When the screen is active, briefly press the power key • Alternately, double-tap any empty area on the Homescreen. To enable this function, touch and hold any area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates, then tap tap the slider beside Double-tap to sleep. -
Page 21: Application Screen
To set a pane as the main Homescreen pane Touch and hold any area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates. Flick left or right to browse to the pane that you want to set as your main Homescreen pane, then tap When Google Search &... -
Page 22: Navigating Applications
To Enable or Disable the Recommended Apps Listings The first time you access the application screen, you get the option to enable or disable recommended apps listings. You can also enable or disable this feature later by following the steps below: Touch and hold any area on your Homescreen until the device vibrates, then tap Tap the App recommendations slider. - Page 23 Clear all – Close all the recently used applications Recently used applications window – Open a recently used application Recent apps key – Open the recently used applications window and the favorites bar Home key – Exit an application and go back to the Homescreen Back key –...
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Page 24: Widgets
Home key – Go back to the Homescreen Back key – Go back to the previous screen within an application or close the application Not all applications support split screen mode. To Use Split-Screen Mode Make sure the two applications that you want to use in split screen mode are open and running in the background. -
Page 25: Background And Themes
Access an application using a shortcut Access a folder containing applications To Add an Application Shortcut to Your Homescreen Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen. In the customization menu, tap Widgets > Shortcuts. Scroll through the list and select an application. The selected application gets added to the Home screen. -
Page 26: Taking A Screenshot
Taking a screenshot You can capture still images of any screen on your device as a screenshot. Screenshots you take are automatically saved in Album. To Take a Screenshot Press and hold down the power key until a prompt window appears. You can also take a screenshot by pressing and holding the power key and volume down key at the same time. - Page 27 To Dismiss a Notification from the Notification Panel • Swipe the notification left or right. Not all notifications can be dismissed. To change settings for notifications, simply drag the notification slowly to the left or right, then To expand a notification on the Notification panel •...
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Page 28: Icons In The Status Bar
Interrupts Priority only Receive notifications from this app even when Do not disturb is set to Priority only. To Set the Notification Level for an App From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Notifications. Select the desired app. Tap the sliders to adjust notification settings as desired. - Page 29 The battery is charging Airplane mode is activated The Bluetooth® function is activated The microphone is muted The speakerphone is on Do Not Disturb mode is activated Vibrate mode An alarm is set GPS is activated Synchronization is ongoing Problem with sign-in or synchronization Depending on your service provider, network, or region, the functions or services represented by some icons in this list may not be available.
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Page 30: Applications Overview
Video chat with friends using the Hangouts™ 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. - Page 31 Use the Facebook™ application for social networking with friends, family members, and coworkers around the world. Browse and listen to FM radio stations. Use the Gmail™ application to read, write, and organize 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™...
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Page 32: Battery And Maintenance
Your device has an embedded, rechargeable battery that can only be replaced by an authorized Sony repair center. You should never try to open or take apart the device yourself. Doing so can cause damage and void your warranty. -
Page 33: Battery And Power Management
Application screen on page 21. Uninstall applications that you are not using, see • Use a Sony original handsfree device to listen to music. Handsfree devices consume less battery than your device's loudspeakers. • Restart your device every now and then. - Page 34 To Make Exceptions to Power Saving Features for Apps From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Battery. Tap and select Battery optimization. You will see a list of applications that are not optimized. To add or remove applications from this list, tap APPS and select or de-select an application from the list to edit its optimization settings.
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Page 35: Updating Your Device
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. -
Page 36: Maintenance Using A Computer
To set up automatic download of system updates From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > About phone > Software update. Tap , then tap Settings > Auto install system updates. Select an option. To enable or disable automatic updates for applications From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings >... -
Page 37: Storage And Memory
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 be sure it is completely dry. - Page 38 • 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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Page 39: Backing Up And Restoring Content
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™... - Page 40 • Contacts • Conversations • Call Log • Calendar • Email Accounts • Wi-Fi Accounts • Device Settings • Applications • Xperia™ Home layout To Set Up the Automatic Backup Function 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.
- Page 41 To Restore Backed-Up Content If you are restoring content from a USB storage device, make sure the storage device is connected to your device using the USB Host adapter. If you are restoring content from an SD card, make sure the SD card is properly inserted into your device.
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Page 42: Downloading Applications
Downloading applications Downloading applications from Google Play™ Google Play™ is the official online Google store for downloading applications, games, music, movies, and books. It includes both free and paid applications. Before you start downloading from Google Play, be sure that you have a working internet connection, Updating preferably over Wi-Fi to limit data traffic charges. -
Page 43: Internet And Networks
Internet and networks Browsing the web The Google Chrome™ web browser for Android™ devices comes pre-installed in most markets. Go to http://support.google.com/chrome and click the "Chrome for Mobile" link to get more detailed information about how to use this web browser. To Browse the Web From your Home screen, tap Find and tap... -
Page 44: Wi-Fi
To add internet and MMS settings From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > More > Mobile networks. Select a SIM card. Tap Access Point Names > Tap Name and enter a name of your choice, then tap OK. Tap APN and enter the access point name, then tap OK. - Page 45 To add a Wi-Fi network manually From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi. Scroll down and tap at the end of the listed items. Enter the Network name (SSID) information. To select a security type, tap the Security field. If required, enter a password.
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Page 46: Sharing Your Cellular Data Connection
To Find the MAC Address for Your Device From the Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi. . The MAC address is displayed in the list. WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup™) is a wireless networking standard that helps you to establish secure wireless network connections. - Page 47 To share your cellphone connection by One-touch tethering Be sure both devices have the NFC function turned on, and that both screens are active. From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > More > Tethering & portable hotspot. Tap the Portable hotspot slider to enable the function.
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Page 48: Controlling Data Usage
Controlling Data Usage You can keep track of the amount of data transferred to and from your device over your cellular data or Wi-Fi connection during a given period. For example, you can view the amount of data used by individual applications. For data transferred over your cellular data connection, you can also set data usage warnings and limits to avoid additional charges. -
Page 49: Selecting A Sim Card For Data Traffic
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. - Page 50 who need to access intranets and other internal services when they are outside of the internal network, for example, when they are traveling. 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 organization.
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Page 51: Synchronizing Data On Your Device
Synchronizing data on your device Synchronizing with Online Accounts Synchronize 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 synchronize data automatically for such accounts by activating the auto-sync function, or you can synchronize each account manually. - Page 52 To Remove an EAS Account From your Home screen, tap > Settings > Accounts & sync. Tap Exchange ActiveSync, then select the EAS account you want to remove. Tap , then tap Remove account. Tap REMOVE ACCOUNT again to confirm. This is an internet version of this publication.
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Page 53: Basic Settings
Basic settings 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. To Open the Device Settings Menu from the Application Screen From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings. -
Page 54: Do Not Disturb Mode
To Set Your Device to Vibrate for Incoming Calls From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Sound. Tap the Also vibrate for calls slider to enable the function. To Set a Ringtone From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings >... -
Page 55: Screen Settings
Setting Exceptions for Do Not Disturb Mode 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: •... -
Page 56: Application Settings
Smart backlight control 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. To Enable or Disable the Smart Backlight Control Function From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings >... - Page 57 To allow a permission To allow a permission, tap Allow. When the confirm dialog appears for the second time, you can choose the Don't ask again option if you wish. A dialog will also explain why the app needs the permissions and what it uses them for specifically.
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Page 58: Resetting Your Applications
To manage app links from the Settings menu From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Apps. and find Opening links. Select an app, and adjust the settings as desired. Resetting Your Applications You can reset an application or clear application data if your application stops responding or causes issues with your device. -
Page 59: Language Settings
To Select Content for the Screen Saver From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Display > Screen saver. Tap the slider to enable the function. Select what you want to display when the screen saver is active. To Start the Screen Saver Manually From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings >... -
Page 60: Super-Vivid Mode
Super-Vivid Mode Super-Vivid mode enhances the color brightness and saturation of your photos and videos while you view them on your device. To Turn on Super-Vivid Mode From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Display > Image enhancement. Tap the Super-vivid mode radio button if it is not already selected. - Page 61 To Add a Regular User Account Make sure you are logged in as the owner, that is, the user who set up the device for the first time. From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Users > Add user. Tap OK.
- Page 62 • Settings that can be changed by any user and affect all users. Examples include language, Wi-Fi, Airplane mode, NFC, and Bluetooth®. • Settings that only affect an individual user account. Examples include automatic data syncing, screen lock, various accounts added, and wallpaper. •...
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Page 63: Typing Text
Typing text 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. ®... -
Page 64: Editing Text
To Enter Text Using the Gesture Input Function When the on-screen keyboard is displayed, slide your finger from letter to letter to trace the word you want to write. After you finish entering a word, lift up your finger. A word suggestion appears based on the letters you have traced. -
Page 65: Calling
Calling Making calls Making calls overview You can make a call by dialing a phone number manually, or use the smart dial function to quickly find numbers from your contacts list and call logs. To make a video call, you can use the Hangouts™... -
Page 66: Receiving Calls
To Make an International Call From your Home screen, tap Find and tap . The call log is displayed. to display the dialpad. Touch and hold 0 until a “+” sign appears. Enter the country code and the area code without the initial zeros, followed by the phone number. - Page 67 To Reject a Call When the Screen is Active • When a call comes in, in the heads-up notification that appears at the top of the screen, tap DECLINE. Instead of rejecting the call, you can go to the main phone application screen by tapping the heads-up notification window.
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Page 68: Ongoing Calls
Rejecting a Call with a Text Message You can reject a call with a text message, sent automatically to the caller and stored 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. -
Page 69: Using The Call Log
To change the volume during a call • Press the volume key up or down. Using the Call Log In the call log, you can view missed calls with indicating which SIM card the call was for, received calls and dialed calls . To Open the Call Log From your Home screen, tap Find and tap... -
Page 70: Restricting Calls
To Enable the Dual SIM Reachability Function From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Dual SIM > Dual SIM reachability. Under Dual SIM reachability, tap the slider to enable the function. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the procedure. If the Dual SIM reachability function does not work after you enable it, check you have entered the phone numbers correctly for each SIM card. -
Page 71: Multiple Calls
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. Cellular data is unavailable during calls. Applications like email, internet, and social networking will work if you connect to a Wi-Fi network. -
Page 72: Voicemail
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. -
Page 73: Contacts
Contacts Searching and viewing contacts Search for contacts Edit and view medical and emergency contact information View more options Favorites and All contacts tabs View contact details Use the slider to jump to contacts starting with the selected letter Add a contact To Search for a Contact From your Home screen, tap , then tap... -
Page 74: Adding And Editing Contacts
Adding and editing contacts To Add a Contact From your Home screen, tap , then tap If you synchronized your contacts with one or more accounts and you are adding a contact for the first time, you must select the account you want to add the contact to. -
Page 75: Transferring Contacts
To delete contacts From your Home screen, tap , then tap Touch and hold the contact that you want to delete. To delete several or all contacts, mark the checkboxes beside the contacts that you want to delete. Tap , then tap Delete. Tap DELETE to confirm. -
Page 76: Backing Up Contacts
To Import Contacts From a Memory Card From your Home screen, tap , then tap Press , then tap Import/export > Import from SD card or internal storage (.vcf file). Select where to store your contacts. Tap SD card. Select the files that you want to import by tapping them. ®... -
Page 77: Favorites
Go back to the main Contacts screen View more options Medical and personal information and emergency contacts tab Medical and personal information To Enter Your Medical Information From your Home screen, tap , then tap Edit the desired information. To add a new emergency contact From your Home screen, tap , then tap , then tap CONTACTS >... -
Page 78: Avoiding Duplicate Entries In The Contacts Application
To Send a Contact From your Home screen, tap , and then tap Tap the contact whose details you want to send. Tap , then tap Share. Select an available transfer method and follow the on-screen instructions. To Send Several Contacts at Once From your Home screen, tap , then tap Touch and hold a contact then mark or unmark the checkboxes beside the... -
Page 79: Messaging And Chat
Messaging and chat Reading and sending messages The Messaging application shows your messages as conversations, which means all messages to and from a particular person are grouped together. The number of characters you can send in a single message varies depending on the provider and the language you use. -
Page 80: Organizing Your Messages
To Reply to a Message From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Tap the conversation containing the message. Enter your reply and tap either of the buttons according to which SIM card you wish to use. To forward a message From your Home screen, tap , and then find and tap Tap the conversation containing the message you want to forward. -
Page 81: Messaging Settings
To Save a Sender’s Number as a Contact From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Tap the icon next to the phone number, then tap SAVE. Select an existing contact, or tap Create new contact. Edit the contact information and tap SAVE. Messaging settings To Change Your Message Notification Settings From your Home screen, tap... -
Page 82: Email
Email 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. To Set Up an Email Account From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Email. -
Page 83: Organizing Your Email Messages
To Read Your Email Messages From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Email. If you are using several email accounts, tap , then tap and select the account you want to check. If you want to check all your email accounts at once, and select Combined inbox. -
Page 84: Email Account Settings
To Search for Emails From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Email. If you are using several email accounts, tap , then tap and select the account you want to search. If you want to search all your email accounts at once, and select Combined inbox. - Page 85 View a list of all Gmail accounts and folders Search for email messages List of email messages Write an email message To Learn More about Gmail™ • , then find and tap Help & feedback. When the Gmail application is open, tap This is an internet version of this publication.
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Page 86: Music And Fm Radio
Music and FM Radio Transferring music to your device There are two ways to transfer music from a computer to your device: • Use the provided USB cable which came with your device. Select Transfer files on your device, and then copy and paste or drag and drop the files using the computer. See Managing files using a computer on page 36. - Page 87 Music Homescreen in the upper-left corner to open the Music menu Scroll up or down to view content Play a song using the Music application Play all songs in shuffle mode Return to the music player screen To Play a Song Using the Music Application From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Select a music category.
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Page 88: Music Menu
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. Return to the Music homescreen View the current play queue Browse all playlists Browse all artists Browse all albums Browse all songs Browse all genres... -
Page 89: Sharing Music
To Play Your Own Playlists Open the Music menu, and then tap Playlists. Under Playlists, select the playlist you want to open. If you want to play all songs, tap any song or Shuffle all. To Add Songs to a Playlist From the Music homescreen, browse to the song or album that you want to add to a playlist. -
Page 90: Listening To The Radio
to open the TrackID™ homescreen menu View the history of your previous searches Explore top tracks, popular playlists, new songs, and more Check out what others are tracking Search for tracks, albums, and artists Identify the music you’re listening to The TrackID™... - Page 91 Favorites list Radio on/off button View menu options Tuned frequency Save or remove a channel as a favorite Tuning dial Frequency band – drag left or right to move between channels Move up the frequency band to search for a channel A saved favorite channel 10 Move down the frequency band to search for a channel To Listen to the FM Radio...
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Page 92: Favorite Radio Channels
To Identify a Song on the FM Radio Using TrackID™ While the song is playing on your device's FM radio, tap , then select TrackID™. A progress indicator appears while the TrackID™ application samples the song. If identification is successful, you are presented with a result or a list of possible results. -
Page 93: Camera
Camera Taking photos and recording videos Front camera lens Select capturing mode Switch between the front and main camera Zoom in or out Use the camera key to activate the camera, take photos and record videos View photos and videos Save location Use the shutter button to take photos and record videos Go back... -
Page 94: General Camera Settings
To Record a Video Using the Camera Key Activate the camera. Swipe the screen to select To start recording a video, press the camera key. To stop recording, press the camera key again. To Record a Video Activate the camera. If video mode is not selected, swipe the screen to select Point the camera toward the subject. - Page 95 Sound Photo Take photos with background sound. Sticker creator Create unique stickers from your favorite photos or from your camera viewfinder. Style Portrait Take photos with real-time portrait styles. Face in picture Take photos using the front and rear cameras at the same time. Timeshift burst Find the best photo from a burst of images.
- Page 96 To use the Magic beam feature Activate the camera. Swipe screen to select , then tap > To apply an inside eye catchlight effect, select a customized pattern. Face in picture You can use the Face in picture mode to turn on the front and main cameras at the same time, so you can take a photo of yourself together with the subject.
- Page 97 Only front camera Touch to adjust Touch the screen to choose an area to focus on while taking pictures. Focus only Focus and brightness This function is available in Superior auto mode only. Auto Photo/Video Preview You can choose to preview photos or videos just after you shoot them. After you shoot a photo or a video, a preview of it appears in the lower-right corner of the screen for 3 seconds.
- Page 98 Quick launch Use Quick launch settings to launch the camera when the screen is locked. Launch only From the lock screen, press and hold the camera key to launch the camera. Launch and capture From the lock screen, press and hold the camera key to launch the camera and take a photo at the same time.
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Page 99: Still Camera Settings
Still camera settings To adjust the still camera settings Activate the camera. To display all settings, tap Select the setting that you want to adjust, then edit as desired. Still camera settings overview Resolution Choose between several resolutions and aspect ratios before taking a photo. A photo with a higher resolution has a higher quality, but requires more memory. - Page 100 3072×1728 (16:9) 5-megapixel resolution with 16:9 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos that you want to view on non-widescreen displays or print in high resolution. 2048×1536 (4:3) 3-megapixel resolution with 16:9 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos that you want to view on widescreen displays.
- Page 101 Face Measures the amount of light on your subject’s face, and adjusts the exposure so the face is neither too dark nor too bright. Center Determines the center of the image, and sets the exposure based on the brightness of the subject there. Spot Adjusts the exposure in a very small part of the subject that you want to capture.
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Page 102: Video Camera Settings
High sensitivity Use for taking photos without a flash in low-light conditions. Reduces blur. Gourmet Use for shooting food arrangements in bright color. Use for taking photos of your pet. Reduces blur and red eyes. Beach Use for taking photos of seaside or lakeside scenes. Snow Use in bright environments to avoid overexposed photos. - Page 103 Front camera: Full HD 1920×1080 (16:9) Full HD (Full High Definition) format with 16:9 aspect ratio. 1280×720 (16:9) HD (High Definition) format with 16:9 aspect ratio. 640×480 (4:3) VGA format with 4:3 aspect ratio. Record videos suitable for sending in multimedia messages. The recording time of this format is limited so the video file can fit in a multimedia message.
- Page 104 Night scene When turned on, light sensitivity is increased. Use in poorly lit environments. Videos of fast-moving objects may get blurred. Hold your hand steady, or use a support. Turn off night mode when lighting conditions are good, to improve the video quality.
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Page 105: Photos And Videos In Album
Photos and videos in Album 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. to open the Album home screen menu View menu options View a slideshow of your photos and videos... -
Page 106: Album Homescreen Menu
To Play a Video In Album, find and tap the video you want to play. If the playback controls are not displayed, tap the screen to display them. To hide the controls, tap the screen again. To Pause a Video When a video is playing, tap the screen to display the controls. -
Page 107: Sharing And Managing Photos And Videos
To View Photos from Online Services in Album From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Album, then tap Tap the desired online service, and then follow the on-screen instructions to get started. All available online albums that you have uploaded to the service are displayed. -
Page 108: Editing Videos With The Video Editor Application
To edit a photo • When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap To Crop a Photo When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap If prompted, select Photo editor. >... -
Page 109: Hiding Photos And Videos
To Adjust the Speed of a Video In the Album, find and tap the video you want to play. Tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap If prompted, select Video Editor, and then tap Speed. Select an option, touch and hold the edge of the timeline and drag it to the desired position, and then tap Apply. - Page 110 View geotagged photos in Globe view Search a location on the map View menu options Double-tap or pinch in or out to zoom, and drag to navigate the map A group of photos or videos geotagged with the same location Tap a thumbnail to view groups of photos or videos in full screen To Add or Edit the Geotag of a Photo When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars.
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Page 111: Videos
Videos The Video and TV SideView application Use the Video & TV SideView application to play movies and other saved video content. The application also serves as a TV program guide to show detailed program information and related content, including social media posts about the programs. Use the application to make your device a remote controller for a compatible home device. -
Page 112: Transferring Video Content To Your Device
To play a video From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Video & TV Sideview. Find and tap the video that you want to play. If the video is not displayed on the screen, tap to open the home screen menu, then find and tap the video you want to play. - Page 113 To Open Movie Creator From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Movie Creator. To Enable or Disable Movie Creator Notifications From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Movie Creator. Tap , then tap Settings, and tap the Notifications slider to enable or disable notifications.
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Page 114: Connectivity
Connectivity 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 favorite photos from the comfort of your couch. -
Page 115: Connecting Your Device To Usb Accessories
From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Device connection > USB Connectivity. Sony does not guarantee that all USB accessories with a micro USB connector are supported by your device. This is an internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use. -
Page 116: Nfc
Use NFC (Near Field Communication) to share data with other devices, like 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. - Page 117 To Share a Music File With Another Device Using NFC Make sure both your device and the receiving device have the NFC function turned on and both screens are active and unlocked. To open the Music application, tap , then find and tap Select a music category and browse to the track you want to share.
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Page 118: Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
Connecting to an NFC-Compatible Device 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. - Page 119 ® To pair your device with another Bluetooth device ® Be 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 Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth. Tap the Bluetooth slider to enable the function.
- Page 120 To View Files You Have Received Using Bluetooth® From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth. Press and select Show received files. This is an internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
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Page 121: Smart Apps And Features That Save You Time
Smart Apps and Features That Save You Time Google Search & Now Use the Google app to search the internet. You can also enable a feed for regular updates - 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. -
Page 122: Travel And Maps
Travel and maps Using Location Services Location services allow applications such as Maps and the camera to use information from your cellphone 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 of GPS satellites, your device can determine your location using the Wi-Fi function. -
Page 123: Using Data Traffic When Traveling
Using Data Traffic when Traveling When you travel outside of your home cellphone network, you may need to access the internet using cellular 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. -
Page 124: Clock And Calendar
Clock and Calendar Calendar Use the Calendar application to manage your time schedule. If you have signed in to and synchronized 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. - Page 125 Access the stopwatch function Access the timer function View option for the current tab Open date and time settings for the clock Turn an alarm on or off Add a new alarm To Set a New Alarm From your Homescreen, tap Find and tap Clock.
- Page 126 To Activate the Vibrate Function for an Alarm Find and tap Clock, then tap the alarm that you want to edit. Tap the Vibrate slider to enable or disable the function. Tap SAVE. To Set the Side Keys Behavior Find and tap Clock, and then select the alarm you want to edit. Tap Side keys behavior, and then select the desired behavior of side keys when they are pressed during the alarm.
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Page 127: Accessibility
Accessibility 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. To Enable or Disable Magnification Gesture From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Accessibility > Magnification gesture. Tap the slider under Magnification gesture. -
Page 128: Talkback
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. TalkBack describes the user interface and reads out software errors, notifications, and messages. To Enable TalkBack From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings >... - Page 129 To Enable or Disable Switch Access From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Accessibility > Switch Access. Tap the slider to enable or disable the function, then tap OK. This is an internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
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Page 130: Support And Legal
• 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 Settings > About phone or from the Tools menu in the Support application, you can download a light version using the Play Store™... -
Page 131: Restarting, Resetting, And Repairing
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 Backing Up and Restoring Content on page 39. -
Page 132: Help Us Improve Our Software
Sony does not guarantee the accuracy, integrity or quality of any additional content or any other third-party content. Under no circumstances will Sony be liable in any way for your improper use of additional content or other third-party content. - Page 133 . MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson. SONY MOBILE WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS, DELETION AND/OR DATA OVERWRITING OF PERSONAL DATA OR FILES STORED ON YOUR DEVICE (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO CONTACTS, MUSIC TRACKS, AND PICTURES) ARISING OUT OF ANY UPDATE OF YOUR DEVICE BY ANY OF THE METHODS DESCRIBED IN THIS USER GUIDE OR DOCUMENTATION.