Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact User Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Sony Manuals
  4. Cell Phone
  5. Xperia XZ2
  6. User manual

Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact User Manual

Hide thumbs Also See for Xperia XZ2 Compact:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

See also: Instruction Manual , User Manual
User guide
Xperia XZ2 Compact
H8314/H8324

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Related Manuals for Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact

Summary of Contents for Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact

  • Page 1 User guide Xperia XZ2 Compact H8314/H8324...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Getting started................6 About this User guide...............6 Overview................... 7 Assembly – Single SIM..............8 Assembly – Dual SIM.................9 Screen protection................9 Starting your device for the first time..........9 Why do I need a Google account?..........10 Device security................12 Ensuring your device is protected...........12 Screen lock..................12 Fingerprint Manager................13 SIM card protection.................
  • Page 3 Downloading applications............42 Downloading applications from Google Play........ 42 Downloading applications from other sources......42 Internet and networks..............43 Browsing the web................43 Internet and MMS settings ............43 Wi-Fi....................44 Sharing your mobile data connection..........46 Controlling Data Usage..............47 Selecting a SIM card for data traffic..........48 Selecting mobile networks.............
  • Page 4 Messaging and chat..............72 Reading and sending messages............ 72 Messaging settings................. 73 Video Chat..................74 Setting Up Email................74 Music....................75 Transferring music to your device..........75 Listening to music................75 Camera..................78 Getting to know your camera............78 Exposure, color, and light conditions..........81 Setting the right focus..............
  • Page 5 Switch Access................109 Support and Legal..............110 Support application............... 110 Restarting, Resetting, and Repairing..........110 Warranty, SAR, and usage guidelines..........111 Legal information................111...

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Getting started About this User guide This is the Xperia XZ2 Compact User guide for the Android™ 9.0 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: Overview

    Overview This is an internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.

  • Page 8: Assembly - Single Sim

    1. Charging/Notification light 12. Sub cellular antenna area 2. Second microphone 13. Flash LED 3. Proximity/Light sensor 14. Laser AF sensor 4. Ear speaker/Second loudspeaker 15. Main camera 5. Front camera 16. Wi-Fi/Bluetooth® antenna area 6. Volume/Zoom key 17. RGBC IR sensor 7.

  • Page 9: Assembly - Dual Sim

    Assembly – Dual SIM Your device supports the use of either one or two nano SIM cards, or a nano SIM card and a memory card. Dual SIM devices are not available in all markets or from all operators. For information on how to check if your device is Single SIM or Dual SIM, see Finding the IMEI number(s) of your device on page 15.

  • Page 10: Why Do I Need A Google 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...
  • Page 11 To remove a Google account Find and tap Settings > Accounts. Select the Google account that you want to remove. Tap REMOVE ACCOUNT. Tap REMOVE ACCOUNT again to confirm. If you remove your Google account, any security features that are linked to your Google account will no longer be available.

  • Page 12: Device Security

    Device security Ensuring your device is protected Your device includes security options, strongly recommended in case of loss or theft. When using a security option to protect your device, it is crucial to remember the details provided at setup. Screen lock Set a secure screen lock on your device using a PIN, password, pattern or fingerprint to prevent others from using your device without permission.

  • Page 13: Fingerprint Manager

    Fingerprints need to be registered with Fingerprint Manager before use. To Notifications on page 28. configure the notifications on the lock screen, see The Smart Lock feature lets you set your device to unlock automatically in certain situations, such as when connected to a Bluetooth device or carrying your device with you. http://www.support.google.com/ and search “smart lock”...

  • Page 14: Sim Card Protection

    SIM card protection You can lock and unlock each SIM card you use in your device with a PIN. When a SIM card is locked, the subscription linked to the card is protected against misuse, meaning you have to enter a PIN every time you start your device. If you enter the PIN incorrectly too many times, your SIM card will get blocked.

  • Page 15: Finding The Imei Number(S) Of Your Device

    Finding the IMEI number(s) of your device Your device has one or two unique identification numbers that are referred to as IMEI or Product ID. You should keep a copy of this. You may require it if your device is stolen or when contacting support. Dual SIM devices only: Your device has two IMEI numbers, one for each SIM card slot.

  • Page 16: Using Location Services

    To verify that your device can be found https://www.google.com/android/find and sign in using your Google • Go to account. Using location services Location services allows applications such as Maps and the camera to determine your location using Wi-Fi and GPS (Global Positioning System). If you're not within clear sight to GPS satellites, your location can be determined using the Wi-Fi function.

  • Page 17: 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. This is an internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
  • Page 18 Touching and holding • Move an item. • Activate selection mode, for example, to select several items from a list. Pinching in and out • Pinch in and out on web pages, photos and maps, and when you’re taking photos or shooting videos.
  • Page 19 Swiping and scrolling • Scroll up and down, or left and right. • Swipe left or right, for example, between Home screen panes. Flicking • Scroll quickly, for example, in a list or on a web page. You can stop the scrolling movement by tapping the screen.

  • Page 20: Turning The Screen On Or Off

    Turning the screen on or off When your device is on and left idle for a set period of time, the screen dims and turns off to save battery power. You can change how long your screen stays active before it turns off. When your screen is turned off, your device can be locked or unlocked, depending on your screen lock setting.
  • Page 21 To browse the Home screen Home screen panes You can add new panes to your Home screen (up to a maximum of twenty panes) and delete panes. You can also set the pane that you want to use as the main Home screen pane.

  • Page 22: Application Screen

    To add a pane to your Home screen Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates. Flick the panes all the way to the right or left, then tap When Google Feed is enabled, the left-most pane is reserved for this service and additional Google Feed on page 103.

  • Page 23: Shortcuts For Easy Actions

    To enable or disable the recommended apps listings Touch and hold an empty area on your Homescreen, then tap Tap the App recommendations slider. To Open an Application from the Application Screen • When the Application screen is open, flick left or right to find the application, and then tap the application.

  • Page 24: Navigating Applications

    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.
  • Page 25 Split Screen Mode Split screen mode enables you to view two applications at once, for example, if you want to view your email inbox and a web browser at the same time. Application 1 2 Split screen border – Drag to resize windows 3 Application 2 4 Split screen key –...

  • Page 26: Widgets

    To enable or disable One-handed mode Find and tap Settings > Display > Advanced > One-handed mode. Tap the slider under One-handed mode to enable or disable the function. To shrink the screen, swipe across the navigation bar. To exit One-handed mode, swipe across the screen or tap an empty area on the screen.
  • Page 27 Shortcuts and folders overview Access an application using a shortcut Access a folder containing applications To add an application shortcut to your Home screen Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates. In the customization menu, tap Widgets > Shortcuts. Scroll through the list and select an application.

  • Page 28: Background And Themes

    Background and themes Your device comes with a default background, but you can adapt the Homescreen and lockscreen to your own style using wallpapers and themes featuring different colors and patterns. A wallpaper may be used without changing any of the other elements of your Homescreen and lockscreen.
  • Page 29 To open or close the Notification panel To open the Notification panel, drag the status bar downward, or simply double-tap it. To close the Notification panel, drag or flick the panel upward. After opening the Notification panel, you can access the Quick Settings panel by dragging the status bar down again.
  • Page 30 To Dismiss a Notification from the Lockscreen • Swipe the notification left or right. To Expand a Notification on the Lockscreen • Drag the notification downward. Not all notifications are expandable. Notification display options on the lock screen Don’t show You won't get any notifications on the lock screen.

  • Page 31: Icons In The Status Bar

    To enable or disable the notification light Find and tap Settings > Apps & notifications > Configure notifications. Tap the slider beside Use LED light to show incoming notifications to enable or disable the function. Icons in the status bar Status icons Signal strength No signal...
  • Page 32 Notification icons New text message or multimedia message Ongoing call Missed call Call on hold Single SIM device: Call forwarding is turned on Dual SIM device: 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 System updates are available...

  • Page 33: Battery And Maintenance

    Your device has an embedded, rechargeable battery that can only be replaced by an authorized Sony repair center. Never try to open or take apart the device yourself. Doing so can cause damage and void your warranty.

  • Page 34: Battery And Power Management

    Connect one end of the USB Type-C cable to the charger (or to the USB port of a computer). Connect the other end of the cable to 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 out.
  • Page 35 Application screen on page 22. • 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 36: Updating Your Device

    Battery Care Use Battery Care to increase the lifespan of your battery. This feature detects your charging patterns and estimates the start and end times of your regular charging period. The charging rate is controlled so your battery reaches 100% just before you disconnect the charger.

  • Page 37: Maintenance Using A Computer

    To set up automatic download of system updates Find and tap Settings > System > Advanced > Software update. , then tap Settings > Auto-update system. Select the preferred option. To enable or disable automatic updates for applications Find and tap Settings > System > Advanced > Software update. , then tap Settings >...

  • Page 38: Storage And Memory

    USB Preferences USB controlled You can choose which device controls the other, your device or the USB-connected device. Use USB for You can choose the purpose of the USB connection. File Transfer Manage files or update the device software. This option is ®...
  • Page 39 • The dynamic memory (RAM) cannot be used for storage. RAM is used to handle running applications and the operating system. You can purchase a memory card separately. Improving memory performance 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: •...

  • Page 40: 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 Companion software to make backups which save your data safely to an external device.
  • Page 41 To enable or disable automatic restore when you reinstall an application Find and tap Settings > System > Backup. Tap the Back up to Google Drive slider to enable or disable the automatic restore. This is an internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.

  • 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, 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 http://support.google.com/chrome to get more detailed markets. Go to information about how to use this web browser. To browse the web Find and tap If you are using Google Chrome for the first time, select to either sign in to a Google account or browse with Google Chrome anonymously.

  • Page 44: Wi-Fi

    To view downloaded internet and MMS settings Find and tap Settings > Network & internet > Mobile network. Dual SIM users, select a SIM card. Tap Advanced > Access Point Names. To view more details, tap any of the available items. To reset the internet and MMS settings Find and tap Settings >...
  • Page 45 Increasing Wi-Fi Signal Strength There are a number of things you can do to improve Wi-Fi reception: • Move your device closer to the Wi-Fi access point. • Move the Wi-Fi access point away from any potential obstructions or interference. •...

  • Page 46: Sharing Your Mobile Data Connection

    To change the Auto-connect setting for each saved network Find and tap Settings > Network & internet > Wi-Fi. Tap Wi‑Fi preferences > Advanced > Auto-connect. Tap the Wi-Fi network to enable or disable. To find the MAC address for your device Find and tap Settings >...

  • Page 47: Controlling Data Usage

    To share your mobile data connection with another Bluetooth device 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. Your device: Find and tap Settings > Network & internet > Hotspot & tethering.

  • Page 48: Selecting A Sim Card For Data Traffic

    To set a data usage warning Make sure that cellular data traffic is turned on. Find and tap Settings > Network & internet > Data usage > Data warning & limit. To set the warning level, tap the slider beside Set data warning. Tap Data warning, enter the desired data limit and tap SET.
  • Page 49 device to use a particular mobile network mode, for example, WCDMA or GSM. If you are using a Dual SIM device, this applies to each SIM card. Different status icons are displayed in the status bar depending on the type or Status icons on page 31 to mode of network that you are connected to.

  • Page 50: 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 Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync. You can synchronize data automatically for such accounts by activating the auto-sync function, or you can synchronize each account manually.
  • Page 51 To remove an EAS account Find and tap Settings > Accounts. Select the EAS account that you want to remove. Tap Remove account. Tap Remove account again to confirm. This is an internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.

  • Page 52: 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 •...

  • Page 53: Silence Your Device With Do Not Disturb

    To activate sound with vibration for incoming calls Find and tap Settings > Sound. Tap the Also vibrate for calls slider to enable the function. Sounds and tones To set the ringtone Find and tap Settings > Sound > Phone ringtone. Dual SIM users, select a SIM card.

  • Page 54: Screen Settings

    To set the notification sound when Do not disturb mode is activated Find and tap Settings > Sound > Do not disturb . Tap Notifications. Select an option. To set the exceptions for Do not disturb mode Find and tap Settings > Sound > Do not disturb . Tap the options under Exceptions.

  • Page 55: Screen Pinning

    Cover selection When using a screen cover, adapt your screen to work with the screen cover type. Video image enhancement You can use X-Reality with HDR converter to improve the visual quality of videos when you view them on your device. With this feature, videos recorded in SDR mode are played with HDR-like quality.

  • Page 56: Application Settings

    To activate the Ambient display Tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Lock screen preferences. Tap Ambient display > Activate when device is lifted. Close the setting menu. The setting is saved. To display an image on the Ambient display Tap Settings >...

  • Page 57: Resetting Your Applications

    To configure applications Find and tap Settings > Apps & notifications. Select a configuration option. For example, then choose an application that you want to configure. To allow critical permissions Find and tap Settings > Apps & notifications > Advanced > App permissions.

  • Page 58: Language Settings

    To clear the application default setting Find and tap Settings > Apps & notifications. Select an application or service, then tap Advanced > Open by default > CLEAR DEFAULTS. The option to clear the application default setting is not available for every application or service.

  • Page 59: Multiple User Accounts

    To upgrade the quality of compressed music files Find and tap Settings > Sound > Audio settings. Enable the DSEE HX function by tapping the slider. This setting is only available for wired headphones that support High-Resolution Audio. To enhance the sound output automatically Find and tap Settings >...
  • Page 60 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. Find and tap Settings > System > Advanced > Multiple users > Add user. Tap OK.
  • Page 61 • 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. •...

  • Page 62: 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 63: 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 64: Calling

    Calling Making calls 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 Duo video chat application on your device. Dual SIM users can set a default SIM card for placing calls, or you can choose to select the SIM card each time you place a call.

  • Page 65: Receiving Calls

    To make an international call 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 66: Smart Call Handling

    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 67: Blocking A Number

    To forward calls Find and tap > Settings. Dual SIM users, tap Calling accounts, and select a SIM card. Single SIM users, tap Calls. Tap Call forwarding, then select an option. Enter the number you want to forward calls to, then tap Turn on. To turn off call forwarding Find and tap >...

  • Page 68: Contacts

    Contacts Adding and editing contacts You can add, edit or delete contacts on your device and from synchronized accounts. Add contact pictures or set individual ringtones to personalize contacts. You can also edit contact information about yourself. To add a contact Find and tap If you're adding a contact for the first time and have multiple accounts synchronized to your device, select an account.

  • Page 69: Grouping Contacts

    To delete contacts Find and tap Touch and hold the contact that you want to delete. Tap , then tap DELETE. To delete several or all contacts, mark the checkboxes beside the contacts that you want to delete. Tap , then tap DELETE. To edit contact information about yourself Find and tap >...

  • Page 70: Backing Up Contacts

    To turn auto-sync data on or off Find and tap , then tap Settings. Tap Accounts, then tap the Automatically sync data slider to enable or disable the function. Tap OK. You need to be signed in to the relevant sync account before you can sync your contacts with it.
  • Page 71 Find and tap > Settings > Export. Single SIM users, tap Export to SIM card. Dual SIM users, select a SIM card to export to. Tap OK. Select contacts to export, then tap Export. Select an option, then tap OK. To export all contacts to internal storage Find and tap >...

  • Page 72: Messaging And Chat

    Messaging and chat Reading and sending messages The Messages 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 73: Messaging Settings

    To create and send a message Find and tap Enter the recipient’s name or phone number, then select from the suggestions that appear. If the recipient is not listed as a contact, enter the recipient’s number manually. If you want to send a group message, tap to add more recipients.

  • Page 74: Video Chat

    To enable or disable delivery reports for outgoing messages Find and tap , then tap Settings. Dual SIM users, select a SIM card. Single SIM users, tap Advanced. Tap the Get SMS delivery reports slider to enable or disable the function. After delivery reports are turned on, the text “Delivered”...

  • Page 75: Music

    Music Transferring music to your device There are two ways to transfer music from a computer to your device: • Connect your device to a computer using a USB Type-C cable. Select File Transfer on your device and then copy and paste or drag and drop the files using the Managing files using a computer on page 37.
  • Page 76 Repeat the current song or all songs in the play queue Tap to go to the next song, touch and hold to fast-forward the current song Play or pause a song Tap to go to the previous song, touch and hold to rewind the current song Shuffle songs in the play queue Music homescreen to open the Music menu...
  • Page 77 To Minimize the Music Application • When a song is playing, tap to go to the Home screen. The Music application keeps running in the background. To open the Music application when it is playing in the background • While a song is playing in the background, drag the status bar downward and tap the Music notification.

  • Page 78: Camera

    Camera Getting to know your camera Front camera lens Switch between the front and main camera Camera settings Save your location Use the volume keys to zoom in or out Switch between taking photos and videos Use the camera key to activate the camera, take photos, or record videos Tap the thumbnail to view, share, or edit photos and videos Use the shutter button to take photos or record videos Go back or exit the camera...
  • Page 79 Shutter button The shutter button is used differently depending on the capturing mode and activated features. Shutter button overview Take a photo Record a video/Resume recording Pause a video Stop recording a video Self-timer is activated Touch capture is activated Touch capture and Self-timer are activated To change the aspect ratio While using the camera, tap...
  • Page 80 Capturing modes You can select capturing modes, such as Manual mode, by tapping Mode. Available settings depend on the capturing mode selected. Capturing modes overview AR effect Take photos with virtual scenes and characters Bokeh Take photos with a blurred effect Creative effect Take photos with effects and color filters Panorama...

  • Page 81: Exposure, Color, And Light Conditions

    To launch the camera and take a photo at the same time When using the camera, tap Drag the list to view more settings. Tap Launch with camera key > Launch and capture. Close the settings menu and exit the camera. The setting is saved for all capturing modes.
  • Page 82 To use the flash When using the camera, tap the flash icon displayed on the screen, for example If required, change the flash setting. Press the camera key or tap the shutter button to take a photo or record a video.
  • Page 83 ISO determines how sensitive your camera is to light. A low ISO number means lower sensitivity, and a high ISO number means higher sensitivity. Higher sensitivity can add blur to your photos. Choose a higher ISO value when taking photos of moving objects or when taking photos in low light without the flash.

  • Page 84: Setting The Right Focus

    White balance settings Auto Adjust the color balance automatically Cloudy Adjust the color balance for a cloudy sky Daylight Adjust the color balance for sunny outdoor conditions Fluorescent Adjust the color balance for fluorescent lighting Incandescent Adjust the color balance for warm lighting conditions, like under light bulbs Optimizing exposure Exposure metering measures the amount of light that strikes an object, to optimize exposure.

  • Page 85: People, Selfies, And Smiling Faces

    technique can be used, for example, to change the focus to a person who is at the side of a group photo. You can also tap the screen to focus on a specific area, or set a specific focus distance. These options are only available for the main camera and depend on the capturing mode selected.

  • Page 86: Moving Objects

    To take a photo when someone smiles When using the camera, tap Tap Auto capturing or Auto capturing (video) > Smile Shutter. Close the settings menu. The setting is saved for the capturing mode selected. When a smile is detected, the camera automatically takes a photo. This setting is not available when >...

  • Page 87: Using Camera Apps

    To track an object When using the camera, tap Tap the Object tracking slider to enable. Close the settings menu. The setting is saved. Select an object to track by touching it in the viewfinder. Press the camera key or tap the shutter button to take a photo or record a video.
  • Page 88 AR effect AR effect is the augmented reality app that lets you apply fantastical worlds to your photos or videos, and to create avatars and stickers. To take a photo or record a video with an AR effect When using the camera, tap Mode. and select a scene.

  • Page 89: Resolution And Memory

    Sound Photo Record a background sound and take a photo at the same time with the Sound Photo app. To record a background sound with a photo When using the camera, tap Mode. Press the camera key or tap the shutter button to start recording and take a photo.
  • Page 90 Check the memory status from time to time. When the memory is full, you can transfer photos and videos to another storage device to free up memory. See Managing files using a computer on page 37. Choose whether to store photos and videos on your device's internal storage or on an SD card using the Data storage option in the camera settings menu.

  • Page 91: Diagnosing Your Camera

    Video resolution HD refers to high definition, while fps refers to frames per second. A higher fps rate provides a smoother video, at the cost of a larger file size. The aspect ratio is the relationship between the width and the height, where the width is the first number.
  • Page 92 Geotagging status icons The geographical position is saved. The geographical position has not been found. Grid lines With Grid lines, you can apply the "Rule of Thirds" and place important objects along the grid lines or their intersections. By not always having the object in the middle of the frame, you can make your photos and videos more interesting.
  • Page 93 Volume The volume key is deactivated for the camera. Shutter Use the volume key as a shutter button for photos and videos. Sound When Sound is activated, the camera makes a sound when you take a photo or when you start or stop a video recording. Additionally, when you use the self-timer the countdown is indicated by a series of beeps.

  • Page 94: 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. Album overview Open the Album homescreen menu Launch Cast to share media files with another device...

  • Page 95: Album Homescreen Menu

    To zoom a photo • When you are viewing a photo, spread two fingers apart to zoom in, or pinch two fingers together to zoom out. To Watch a Slideshow of Your Photos When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then >...

  • Page 96: Sharing And Managing Photos And Videos

    View folders for saved media items View saved videos View your photos on a map or in Globe view View your favorite photos and videos View hidden photos and videos Upload photos and videos to an online service Launch 3D Creator to make 3D scans with your device Launch Movie Creator to view short movies of your photos Open the Album settings menu Open web support...

  • Page 97: Hiding Photos And Videos

    To Work with Batches of Photos or Videos in Album When viewing thumbnails of photos and videos in Album, touch and hold an item until it’s highlighted. Tap other items you want to work with to select them. If you want to select all items, tap , then tap Select all.

  • Page 98: Connectivity

    USB cable. If water is detected on the USB connector, a warning notification appears in the Notification panel. USB host adapters are sold separately. Sony does not guarantee that all USB accessories are supported by your device.
  • Page 99 NFC is a wireless technology with a maximum range of one centimeter, 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 and unlocked.
  • Page 100 To share a music file with another device using NFC Make sure that both your device and the receiving device have the NFC function turned on, and that both screens are active and unlocked. To open the Music application, find and tap Select a music category and browse to the track you want to share.

  • Page 101: 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 102 To pair your device with another Bluetooth device Make sure that the device you want to pair with has the Bluetooth function activated and is visible to other Bluetooth devices. Find and tap Settings > Device connection > Pair new device. A list of the available Bluetooth devices appears.

  • Page 103: Smart Apps And Features That Save You Time

    Smart Apps and Features That Save You Time Google Feed 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 favorite team's current score, and more.
  • Page 104 To activate Good night actions Find and tap Settings > Xperia Assist > Xperia Actions. Tap Good night. Tap the time interval. Select the time interval you want to edit, or tap add a new time interval. Select the desired days and time, then tap DONE. , then tap and mark the checkboxes as desired.

  • Page 105: 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, like your Google account, then calendar events from these accounts will also appear in the Calendar application.
  • Page 106 Access the Alarm tab Access the World clock tab Access the Stopwatch tab Access the Timer tab View option for the current tab Open date and time settings for the clock Edit an existing alarm Turn an alarm on or off Add a new alarm To set a new alarm Find and tap Clock.
  • Page 107 To delete an alarm • Find and tap Clock, then touch and hold the alarm that you want to delete, then tap . To set the sound for an alarm Find and tap Clock, then tap for the alarm that you want to edit. Tap MORE SETTINGS >...

  • Page 108: Accessibility

    Accessibility Magnification Magnification 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 Find and tap Settings > Accessibility > Magnification. Select an option and tap the slider to enable the function. To magnify an area and pan across the screen Ensure Magnification is enabled.

  • Page 109: Mono Audio

    To enable TalkBack Find and tap Settings > Accessibility > TalkBack. Tap the slider and then tap OK. To change speech, feedback, and touch preferences for TalkBack, tap Settings, then tap the screen twice. TalkBack launches a tutorial immediately after you enable the feature. To exit the tutorial, , then tap the screen twice.

  • Page 110: Support And Legal

    Support and Legal Support application Use the Support app to find device and software information. You can read support topics, troubleshoot, or use helpful apps like the device test. Visit our web support directly from the app to read User guides and knowledge articles, or visit the Support forum.

  • Page 111: Warranty, Sar, And Usage Guidelines

    Legal information Sony H8314/H8324 This User guide is published by Sony Mobile Communications Inc. or its local affiliated company, without any warranty. Improvements and changes to this User guide necessitated by typographical errors, inaccuracies of current information, or improvements to programs and/or equipment, may be made by Sony Mobile Communications Inc.
  • Page 112 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.

Table of Contents