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  • Page 1: User Guide

    User guide Xperia ™ C6603...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Important information..............6 Water resistance................7 IP (Ingress Protection) rating..............7 Android™ – what and why?............9 Applications..................9 Getting started................10 Assembly..................10 Turning the device on and off ............11 Setup guide..................12 Screen lock..................12 Accounts and services..............13 Getting to know your device............14 Device overview................14 Using the keys.................15 Battery....................15 Using the touchscreen..............18 Using the lockscreen...............20...
  • Page 3 Communicating with your contacts..........49 Sharing your contacts..............49 Backing up contacts................50 Messaging..................51 Using text and multimedia messaging..........51 Text and multimedia message options..........52 Email.....................54 Using email..................54 Using email accounts...............57 Gmail™ and other Google™ services ..........57 Google Talk™ ................58 Getting started with Google Play™..........59 Downloading from Google Play™............59 Clearing your application data............59 Permissions..................60...
  • Page 4 Sharing your mobile data connection..........76 Virtual private networks (VPNs)............77 Web browser................79 Listening to music with the "WALKMAN" application....80 Transferring media files to your device ...........80 Using the "WALKMAN" application ..........80 Identifying music using TrackID technology........86 Using TrackID™ technology results..........86 Using the FM radio...............88 FM radio overview................88 Using your favourite radio channels..........89 Making a new search for radio channels.........89...
  • Page 5 Connecting your device to a TV set...........118 Screen mirroring.................119 Smart Connect................120 Using location services to find your position......121 Using GPS..................121 Google Maps™................122 Using Google Maps™ to get directions.........122 Backup and restore application..........123 Types of content you can back up..........123 Preparing to use the Backup and restore application....123 Restoring backed up content using the Backup and restore application..................123 Managing backup records.............124...

  • Page 6: Important Information

    Important information Please read the Important information leaflet before you use your device. Some of the services and features described in this User guide are not supported in all countries/regions or by all networks and/or service providers in all areas. Without limitation, this applies to the GSM International Emergency Number, 112.

  • Page 7: Water Resistance

    Water resistance In order for your device to be water resistant, the covers for the micro USB port, the micro SD card, the micro SIM card and the headset connector must be firmly closed. Avoid exposing your device to environments with excessive dust or moisture. Normal wear and tear along with damage to your device can reduce its ability to resist dust or moisture.
  • Page 8 Resistance to solid objects and dust Resistance to water IP0X. No special protection IPX0. No special protection IP1X. Protected against solid objects > 50 mm in IPX1. Protected against dripping water diameter IP2X. Protected against solid objects > 12.5 mm in IPX2.

  • Page 9: Android™ - What And Why

    Android™ – what and why? Your Xperia™ from Sony runs on the Android platform. Android devices can perform many of the same functions as a computer and you can customise them to your own needs. For example, you can add and delete applications, or enhance existing applications to improve functionality.

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    Re-attach the micro SIM card slot cover. Inserting the micro SIM card without the SIM card holder could damage your micro SIM card or your phone, and Sony does not warrant and will not be responsible for any damages caused by such action.

  • Page 11: Turning The Device On And Off

    To remove the micro SIM card Remove the cover of the micro SIM card slot cover. Pull out the micro SIM card holder. Remove the micro SIM card. Insert the micro SIM card holder back into its slot. Re-attach the micro SIM card slot cover. To remove the memory card Turn off the phone, or unmount the memory card from Settings >...

  • Page 12: Setup Guide

    Press and hold down the power key until the device vibrates. If your screen goes dark, briefly press the power key to activate the screen. To unlock the screen, drag up or drag down. Enter your SIM card PIN when requested, then select OK. Wait a while for the device to start.

  • Page 13: Accounts And Services

    Accounts and services Sign in to your online service accounts from your device to get easy access when you're on the move. For example, you can integrate contacts from your Google™ account into your phonebook, so you have everything in one place. You can sign up to new online services from your device as well as from a computer.

  • Page 14: Getting To Know Your Device

    Getting to know your device Device overview 10 11 This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.

  • Page 15: Using The Keys

    1. Front camera lens 10. Camera lens 2. Ear speaker 11. Second microphone 3. Proximity sensor 12. Camera light 4. Notification light 13. NFC™ detection area 5. Main microphone 14. Strap hole 6. Charging dock connector 15. Speaker 7. Memory card slot 16.

  • Page 16: Improving Battery Performance

    To charge your device Plug the charger into a power outlet. Plug one end of the USB cable into the charger (or into the USB port of a computer). Plug the other end of the cable into the micro USB port on your device, with the USB symbol facing up.
  • Page 17 Otherwise, your device repeatedly scans for available networks, and this consumes power. • Use a Sony original handsfree device to listen to music. Handsfree devices demand less battery power than your device's own loudspeakers. • Keep your device in standby mode whenever possible. Standby time refers to the time during your device is connected to the network and is not being used.

  • Page 18: Using The Touchscreen

    The device screen is made from glass. Do not touch the screen if the glass is cracked or shattered. Avoid trying to repair a damaged screen yourself. Glass screens are sensitive to drops and mechanical shocks. Cases of negligent care are not covered by the Sony warranty service.
  • Page 19 Zooming The zoom options available depend on the application you are using. To zoom • Place two fingers on the screen at once and pinch them together (to zoom out) or spread them apart (to zoom in). When you use two fingers on the screen to zoom, it is only possible to zoom if both fingers are within the zoomable area.

  • Page 20: Using The Lockscreen

    To flick • To scroll more quickly, flick your finger in the direction you want to go on the screen. You can wait for the scrolling movement to stop by itself, or you can stop it immediately by tapping the screen. Sensors Your device has sensors that detect both light and proximity.

  • Page 21: Home Screen

    To change the currently playing audio track from the lockscreen To activate the screen, briefly press the power key When the music player controls appear, tap Home screen The Home screen is your gateway to the main features on your device. You can customise your Home screen with widgets, shortcuts, folders, themes, wallpaper and other items.

  • Page 22: Rearranging Your Home Screen

    To delete a pane from your Home screen Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates. Flick left or right to browse to the pane that you want to delete, then tap Widgets Widgets are small applications that you can use directly on your Home screen. For example, the Music player widget allows you to start playing music directly.

  • Page 23: Changing The Background Of Your Home Screen

    To delete an item from the Home screen • Touch and hold an item until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then drag the item to To create a folder on the Home screen Touch and hold an application icon or a shortcut until it magnifies and the device vibrates, then drag and drop it on top of another application icon or shortcut.

  • Page 24: Opening And Closing Applications

    To create a shortcut to an application on the Home screen From your Home screen, tap Touch and hold an application icon until the screen vibrates, then drag the icon to the top of the screen. The Home screen opens. Drag the icon to the desired location on the Home screen, then release your finger.

  • Page 25: Application Menu

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

  • Page 26: Status And Notifications

    Status and notifications The status bar at the top of your screen shows what's going on in your device. To the left you get notifications when there is something new or ongoing. For example, new message and calendar notifications appear here. The right side shows the signal strength, battery status, and other information.

  • Page 27: Settings Menu

    To close the Notification panel • Drag the tab at the bottom of the Notification panel upwards. To open a running application from the Notification panel • Tap the icon for the running application to open it. To dismiss a notification from the Notification panel •...

  • Page 28: Typing Text

    To access your device settings From your Home screen, tap Tap Settings. You can also drag the status bar downwards on the Home screen and tap to access your device settings. Typing text You can select from a number of keyboards and input methods to type text containing letters, numbers and other characters.
  • Page 29 To use the on-screen keyboard in landscape orientation • When you enter text, turn the device sideways. For the keyboard to support this feature, landscape mode must be supported by the application you are using, and your screen orientation settings must be set to automatic. To enter text using the on-screen keyboard To enter a character visible on the keyboard, tap the character.
  • Page 30 Select all text Cut text Copy text Paste text only appears when you have text stored on the clipboard. Using the Gesture input function to write words You can input text by sliding your finger from letter to letter on the on-screen keyboard.

  • Page 31: Keyboard And Phonepad Settings

    Using the Phonepad Choose a text input option Change the character case and turn on the caps lock Display numbers Display symbols and smileys Enter a space Enter a carriage return or confirm text input Delete a character before the cursor All illustrations are for illustration purposes only and may not accurately depict the actual device.

  • Page 32: Text Input Settings

    To access the on-screen keyboard and Phonepad settings When you enter text using the on-screen keyboard or Phonepad, tap , then tap Keyboard settings. To add a writing language for text input When you enter text using the on-screen keyboard or Phonepad, tap , then tap Keyboard settings.

  • Page 33: Adjusting The Volume

    Adjusting the volume You can adjust the ringtone volume for incoming calls and notifications as well as for music and video playback. To adjust the ring volume with the volume key • Press the volume key up or down. To adjust the media playing volume with the volume key •...

  • Page 34: Time And Date

    To select the notification sound From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Sound > Notification sound. Select the sound to be played when notifications arrive. Tap Done. Time and date You can change the time and date on your device. To set the date manually From the Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings >...

  • Page 35: Memory

    To keep the screen active while your device is charging From the Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Developer options. Mark the Stay awake checkbox. Language settings You can select a default language for your device and change it again at a later time. To change the language From the Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings >...

  • Page 36: Formatting The Memory Card

    Formatting the memory card You can format the memory card in your device, for example, to free up memory. This means that you erase all data on the card. All content on the memory card gets erased when you format it. Make sure you make backups of everything you want to save before formatting the memory card.

  • Page 37: Usage Info

    Enter all other information required by your network operator. , then tap Save. Usage info For quality purposes, Sony collects anonymous bug reports and statistics regarding your device. None of the information gathered includes personal data. To allow the sending of usage info From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings >...

  • Page 38: Mobile Network Settings

    To set a data usage warning Make sure that you have turned on data traffic. From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Data usage. To set the warning level, drag the lines to the desired values. You receive a warning notification when the amount of data traffic approaches the level you set.

  • Page 39: Turning Off Data Traffic

    Turning off data traffic You can disable all data connections over mobile networks to avoid any unwanted data downloads and synchronisations. Contact your network operator if you need detailed information about your subscription plan and data traffic charges. When data traffic is turned off, you can still use Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth™ connections. You can also send and receive multimedia messages.

  • Page 40: Calling

    Calling 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 the SIM card inserted if you are within range of a network. To make an emergency call From your Home screen, tap Find and Tap Phone.

  • Page 41: Recent Calls

    To answer a call • Drag to the right across the screen. To decline a call • Drag to the left across the screen. To reject a second call • When you hear repeated beeps during a call, drag across the screen. To change the ear speaker volume during a call •...

  • Page 42: Voicemail

    To add a number from the call log to your contacts From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Phone.The call log view appears on the upper part of the screen. Touch and hold the number, then tap Add to Contacts. Tap the desired contact, or tap Create new contact.

  • Page 43: Call Settings

    To make a conference call During an ongoing call, tap Dial the number of your second participant and tap If the second participant answers, the first call is put on hold. To add more participants, repeat steps 1 to 4. To have a private conversation with a conference call participant During an ongoing conference call, tap the button showing the number of participants.

  • Page 44: Forwarding Calls

    Forwarding calls You can forward calls, for example, to another phone number, or to an answering service. To forward calls From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Call settings > Call forwarding. Select an option. Enter the number you want to forward the calls to, then tap Enable. To turn off call forwarding From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings >...

  • Page 45: Contacts

    Contacts Use the Contacts application to store and manage all your numbers, email addresses, and other contact data in one place. Just tap on a contact to see all communications with that contact in one easy overview. You can add new contacts on your device and synchronise them with contacts saved ®...

  • Page 46: Transferring Contacts Using Synchronisation Accounts

    Transferring contacts using an Apple® Mac® computer For detailed instructions on how to use an Apple Mac computer to transfer contacts from your old device, go to www.sonymobile.com. Transferring contacts using synchronisation accounts Your device works with popular online synchronisation accounts such as Google ®...

  • Page 47: Contacts Screen Overview

    Contacts screen overview Shortcut tabs Tap a contact to view its details Alphabetical index for browsing contacts Tap a contact thumbnail to access the quick contact menu Search for contacts Create a contact Open more options Managing your contacts You can create, edit and synchronise your contacts in a few simple steps. You can select contacts saved in different accounts and manage how you display them on your device.

  • Page 48: Avoiding Duplicate Entries In The Contacts Application

    To add a contact From your Home screen, tap , then tap If you have synchronised your contacts with one or more accounts, select the account to which you want to add this contact, or tap Phone contact if you only want to use this contact on your device.

  • Page 49: Communicating With Your Contacts

    To separate linked contacts From your Home screen, tap , then tap Tap the linked contact you want to edit, then tap Tap Unlink contact. Tap OK. Favourites You can mark contacts as favourites so that you can get quick access to them from the Contacts application.

  • Page 50: Backing Up Contacts

    To send a contact From your Home screen, tap , then tap Tap the contact whose details you want to send. Press , then tap Send contact > OK. Select an available transfer method and follow the on-screen instructions. To send several contacts at once From your Home screen, tap , then tap Press...

  • Page 51: Messaging

    Messaging Using text and multimedia messaging You can send and receive text messages from your device using SMS (Short Message Service). If your subscription includes MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service), you can also send and receive messages that contain media files, for example, pictures and videos.

  • Page 52: Text And Multimedia Message Options

    To delete a message From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Tap the conversation containing the message you want to delete. Touch and hold the message you want to delete, then tap Delete message > Delete. To delete conversations From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap , then tap Delete conversations.
  • Page 53 To change the delivery report settings for outgoing messages From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap , then tap Settings. Tap Delivery report to activate or deactivate delivery reports. To view messages saved on the SIM card From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap , then tap Settings >...

  • Page 54: Email

    Email You can handle several email accounts at the same time using the Email application, including corporate Microsoft Exchange Active Sync accounts. Emails you receive to your Gmail™ account can be accessed on your device from both the Email and the Gmail™...
  • Page 55 To use the email preview pane From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Email. If you are using several email accounts, tap and select the account you want to check. If you want to check all your email accounts at once, tap Combined view.
  • Page 56 To delete an email message From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Email. In your email inbox, find and tap the message you want to delete, then tap Tap Yes. To sort your emails From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Email.

  • Page 57: Using Email Accounts

    Using email accounts To add an extra email account on your device From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Email. at the top of the screen, then tap Add account. Enter the email address and password, then tap Next. If the settings for the email account cannot be downloaded automatically, complete the setup manually.

  • Page 58: Google Talk

    Google Talk™ You can use the Google Talk™ instant messaging application on your device to chat with friends who also use this application. To start Google Talk™ From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Talk. To reply to an instant message with Talk When someone contacts you on Talk, appears in the status bar.

  • Page 59: Getting Started With Google Play

    Getting started with Google Play™ Open Google Play™ and enter a world of applications and games. You can browse these applications and games through different categories. You can also rate an application or game and send feedback on it. To use Google Play™, you need to have a Google™ account. See To set up a Google™...

  • Page 60: Permissions

    However, you can change this setting and allow installations from unknown sources. Sony does not warrant or guarantee the performance of any third-party applications or content transferred via download or other interface to your device. Similarly, Sony is not responsible for any damage or reduced performance of your device attributable to the transfer of third- party content.

  • Page 61: Playnow™ Service

    PlayNow™ service You can use the PlayNow™ service to download applications, music, games, ringtones and wallpapers. The PlayNow™ service offers both free and non-free downloads. The PlayNow™ service is not available in all countries. Before you download content Before you download, make sure that you have an Internet connection. Also, you may need to have a memory card inserted in your device to download content.

  • Page 62: Video Unlimited

    You can also choose to download a purchased video to most Sony™ devices that are connected to your Video Unlimited™ account. This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.

  • Page 63: Watching A Video From Video Unlimited

    Confirmation of successful purchase Rental countdown period has started Watching a video from Video Unlimited™ You can watch your rented or purchased videos on most Sony™ device that are connected to your Video Unlimited™ account. Video menu overview When you watch a video from Video Unlimited™, you can open a menu to get the...

  • Page 64: Music Unlimited

    Music Unlimited™ Music Unlimited™ is a subscription-based service that offers access to millions of ® songs over a mobile network or Wi-Fi connection. You can manage and edit your personal music library in the cloud from a variety of devices, or sync your playlists ®...

  • Page 65: Getting Organised

    Getting organised Calendar Your device has a calendar application for managing your time schedule. If you have a Google™ account, you can also synchronise the calendar application on your device with your web calendar. See Synchronising data on your device on page 69. To set the calendar view From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Calendar.
  • Page 66 To edit an existing alarm From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Alarm & clock. Tap the alarm you want to edit. Tap Time and adjust the time by scrolling up and down. Tap Done. If desired, edit other alarm settings. Tap Done.
  • Page 67 To set alarms to sound when the phone is in silent mode From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Alarm & clock, then tap to select an alarm. Tap Advanced alarm settings, then mark the Alarm in silent mode checkbox. Tap Done.

  • Page 68: Scanning With The Neoreader™ Application

    Scanning with the NeoReader™ application Use your device as a barcode scanner to find out more about items you scan. For example, you see a coat in a magazine ad and want to find the nearest retail outlet to buy it. If the ad contains a readable barcode, the NeoReader™ application uses this code to access mobile web content, such as a web page with more product information or a map of nearby outlets.

  • Page 69: Synchronising Data On Your Device

    Synchronising data on your device You can sync contacts, email, calendar events, and other information with your device from multiple email accounts, synchronisation services and other kinds of accounts, depending on the applications installed on your device. Synchronising your device with other information sources is an easy and practical way to stay up to date. You can: •...

  • Page 70: Synchronising With Facebook

    "WALKMAN" application on your device via Facebook. To synchronise your device with Facebook, you must first set up an "Xperia™ with Facebook" account — a solution developed by Sony to enable easy integration. To set up an "Xperia™ with Facebook" account on your device From your Home screen, tap Tap Settings >...
  • Page 71 To remove an "Xperia™ with Facebook" account When you remove an "Xperia™ with Facebook" account from your device, the associated online Facebook account is not deleted and you can still access it from a computer. From your Home screen, tap Tap Settings >...

  • Page 72: Nfc

    Use Near Field Communications (NFC) to share data with other devices, such as a video, photo, web page address, music file or contact. 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 73 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. To open the Walkman™ player, tap , then find and tap Tap the My music tab to open the music library.

  • Page 74: Google Wallet

    Tap Wallet and select an option. 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 75: Connecting To Wireless Networks

    Connecting to wireless networks You can access the Internet wirelessly from your device using Wi-Fi® technology. This way you can browse the web and share media files over the same Wi-Fi® network with other DLNA Certified™ devices, for example, TVs and computers. If your company or organisation has a virtual private network (VPN), you can connect to this network using your device.

  • Page 76: Advanced Wi-Fi® Settings

    To add a Wi-Fi® network manually Make sure that Wi-Fi® is turned on. From the Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi . Enter the Network SSID for the network. Tap the Security field to select a security type. If required, enter a password.

  • Page 77: Virtual Private Networks (Vpns)

    USB tethering is active Portable Wi-Fi® hotspot is active To share your data connection using a USB cable Deactivate all USB cable connections to your device. Using the USB cable that came with your device, connect your device to a computer.
  • Page 78 To add a virtual private network From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > More… > VPN. Tap Add VPN network. Select the type of VPN to add. Enter your VPN settings. Tap Save. To connect to a virtual private network From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings >...

  • Page 79: Web Browser

    Web browser A version of the Google Chrome™ web browser for Android™ devices comes pre- installed in many markets. Go to http://support.google.com/chrome for more detailed information about Google Chrome™. Google Chrome™ is not available in all markets. To open the web browser From your Home screen, tap Find and tap This is an Internet version of this publication.

  • Page 80: Listening To Music With The "Walkman" Application

    Listening to music with the "WALKMAN" application Get the most out of your "WALKMAN" application. Listen to and organise music and audio books that you have transferred to your device from a computer, or purchased and downloaded from online stores. To make content easily available to the "WALKMAN"...
  • Page 81 Go to the next track in the current play queue, or fast forward Total time length of the track Elapsed time of current track Progress indicator – drag the indicator or tap along the line to fast forward or rewind Play/Pause button 10 Go to the previous track in the current play queue, or rewind To change tracks...

  • Page 82: Getting More Information About A Track Or Artist

    To send a track In My music, when browsing your tracks , touch and hold a track title. Tap Send. Select an application from the list, and follow the on-screen instructions. You can also send albums and playlists in the same way. To "Like"...

  • Page 83: Using My Music To Organise Your Tracks

    Overview of My music Go back to the current track Picture of the currently playing artist (if available) Browse your music by artist Categorise your music using SensMe™ channels Manage and edit your music using Music Unlimited™ Browse your favourite playlists Collect links to music and related content that you and friends have shared using online services Browse all playlists Browse audio by track...

  • Page 84: Managing Playlists

    To update your music with the latest information In My music, tap Tap Download music info > Start. Your device searches online and downloads the latest available album art and track information for your music. The SensMe™ channels application is activated when you download music information. Categorising your music using SensMe™...

  • Page 85: Protecting Your Hearing

    To add tracks to a playlist In My music, when browsing your tracks, touch and hold the name of the artist or the title of the album or track that you want to add. Tap Add to playlist. Tap the name of the playlist to which you want to add the artist, album or track.

  • Page 86: Identifying Music Using Trackid Technology

    Identifying music using TrackID technology Use the TrackID™ music recognition service to identify a music track you hear playing in your surroundings. Just record a short sample of the song and you’ll get artist, title and album info within seconds. You can purchase tracks identified by TrackID™...
  • Page 87 To recommend a track on Facebook™ When the TrackID™ application is open, tap a track title. In the track information screen, wait for the tab to appear, then tap this tab. Log in to Facebook™ and recommend the track. The feature may not be supported in all countries/regions, or by all networks and/or service providers in all areas.

  • Page 88: Using The Fm Radio

    Using the FM 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.

  • Page 89: Using Your Favourite Radio Channels

    To adjust the visualizer When the radio is open, tap Tap Visualizer. Select an option. Using your favourite radio channels You can save the radio channels you most frequently listen to as favourites. By using favourites you can quickly return to a radio channel. To save a channel as a favourite When the radio is open, navigate to the channel that you want to save as a favourite.

  • Page 90: Taking Photos And Recording Videos

    Taking photos and recording videos Your camera is equipped with the highly sensitive Exmor R™ sensor, which helps you capture sharp photos and videos even in low lighting conditions. From the camera, you can, for example, send your photos and videos to friends as messages, or upload them to a web service.

  • Page 91: Face Detection

    Face detection You can use face detection to bring an off-centre face into focus. The camera automatically detects up to five faces, indicated by white frames. A yellow frame shows which face has been selected for focus. Focus is set to the face closest to the camera.

  • Page 92: Using Still Camera Settings

    Using 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. To customise the still camera settings panel When the camera is open, tap to display all settings.

  • Page 93: White Balance

    Use the HDR (High Dynamic Range) setting to take a photo against strong back light 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. This setting is only available in Normal capturing mode.
  • Page 94 1600 Sets the ISO sensitivity to 1600. This setting is only available in Normal capturing mode. Flash Use the flash to take photos when lighting conditions are poor or when there is a backlight. Auto The camera automatically determines if the lighting conditions require the use of a flash. Fill flash Use this setting when the background is brighter than the subject.

  • Page 95: Quick Launch

    On (2 sec.) Set a 2-second delay from when you tap the camera screen until the photo is taken. The photo is taken as soon as you tap the camera screen. Smile Shutter™ Use the smile shutter function to determine what kind of smile the camera reacts to before taking a photo.

  • Page 96: Using The Video Camera

    Internal storage Photos or videos are saved on the device memory. SD card Photos or videos are saved on the SD card. Tips on using the camera Rule of thirds Don’t place your subject in the middle of the frame. By placing it a third of the way in, you achieve a better result.

  • Page 97: Focus Mode

    Using the video camera settings To adjust the video camera settings Activate the camera. Tap one of the settings icons on the screen. To display all settings, tap Select the setting that want to adjust, then make your changes. To customise the video camera settings panel When the video camera is open, tap to display all settings.
  • Page 98 Self-timer With the self-timer you can record a video without holding the device. Use it to record group videos where everyone can be in the video. You can also use the self-timer to avoid shaking the camera when recording videos. On (10 sec.) Set a 10-second delay from when you tap the camera screen until the video begins to record.
  • Page 99 Video HDR Use the video HDR (High-Dynamic Range) setting to record a video against strong back light or in conditions where the contrast is sharp. Video HDR compensates for the loss of detail and produces a picture that is representative of both dark and bright areas.

  • Page 100: Viewing Photos And Videos In Album

    . Mobile BRAVIA® Engine Sony's Mobile BRAVIA® Engine technology improves the viewing quality of photos and videos after you take them, giving you clearer, sharper and more natural images. Mobile BRAVIA Engine is turned on by default, but you can turn it off if you want to reduce battery consumption.

  • Page 101: Viewing Photos And Videos In The My Albums Tab

    Overview of Pictures tab Grid view of photos and videos. View menu options. Scroll up or down to view content. Tap a photo or video to view it. The date and number of items in the group below. To view photos and videos in grid view From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Album.
  • Page 102 • My SD card – view all photos and videos saved to a removable memory card in your device. Overview of My albums tab View photos and videos using the PlayMemories online service. View photos and videos on Facebook™. View photos and videos in Picasa™. View your photos on a map.

  • Page 103: Working With Photos In Album

    To view content in list view in the My SD card tab From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Album > My albums > My SD card. Tap a folder that you want to open. The folder's content appears in a chronologically ordered grid.
  • Page 104 To use a photo When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap > Use as. Select an option from the list that appears. Follow the relevant steps to use the photo. To edit a photo •...

  • Page 105: Viewing Your Photos On A Map

    To share a video When a video is playing, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap > Share. In the menu that opens, tap the application that you want to use to share the selected video, then follow the relevant steps to send it. You might not be able to copy, send or transfer copyright-protected items.

  • Page 106: Viewing Online Albums

    To view geotagged photos on a map in Album From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Album > My albums > Maps. Tap a photo to view it in full screen. If several photos were taken at the same location, only one of them appears on the map.
  • Page 107 Overview of online services Active online service. Name of online album. Number of items in the online album. Refresh. View menu options. To view photos from online services in Album Make sure you are signed in to the online service that you want to use, for example, Facebook™.

  • Page 108: Playing Video Content In Movies

    Playing video content in Movies Use the Movies application to play movies and other video content that you’ve downloaded to your device. The Movies application also helps you get poster art, plot summaries, genre info and director details for each movie. You can also play your movies on other compatible devices, such as computers, that are connected to the same Wi-Fi®...
  • Page 109 To share a video When a video saved under Movies or TV shows is playing, tap , then tap Share. Tap the application that you want to use to share the selected video, then follow the relevant steps to send it. To get movie information manually Make sure that your device has an active data connection.

  • Page 110: Sharing Content With Dlna Certified™ Devices

    Sharing content with DLNA Certified™ devices You can view or play media content saved to your device on other devices such as, for example, a TV, or a computer. Such devices must be DLNA Certified™ by the Digital Living Network Alliance and all devices must be connected to the same Wi- Fi®...

  • Page 111: Playing Files On A Digital Media Renderer Device

    To set up file sharing with other DLNA Certified™ devices Connect your device to a Wi-Fi® network. From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Tap My music to open the music library. Press , then tap Media server. To turn on the Share content function, drag the slider.
  • Page 112 render, or play, content received from your device. A DMR device can be, for example, a TV with DLNA function, or a PC running Windows® 7 or higher. The settings for enabling the Digital Media Renderer may vary depending on the device used. Refer to the user guide for the respective device for more detailed information.

  • Page 113: Bluetooth™ Wireless Technology

    Bluetooth™ wireless technology Use the Bluetooth™ function to send files to other Bluetooth™ compatible devices, or to connect to handsfree accessories. Turn on the Bluetooth™ function in your device and create wireless connections to other Bluetooth™ compatible devices such as computers, handsfree accessories, and phones. Bluetooth™ connections work better within 10 meters (33 feet), with no solid objects in between.

  • Page 114: Sending And Receiving Items Using Bluetooth™ Technology

    To pair your device with another Bluetooth™ device Make sure that the device you want to pair your device with has the Bluetooth™ function activated and is visible to other Bluetooth™ devices. From the Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth. All available Bluetooth™ devices appear in a list.
  • Page 115 To receive items using Bluetooth™ 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.

  • Page 116: Connecting Your Device To A Computer

    Connecting your device to a computer Connect your device to a computer and start transferring pictures, music and other file types. The easiest ways to connect are using a USB cable or Bluetooth wireless technology. When you connect your device to the computer using a USB cable, you are prompted to install the PC Companion application on your computer.

  • Page 117: Pc Companion

    the computer. Media Go™ converts media files so that you can use them on your device. ® In order to use this feature, you need a Wi-Fi enabled device that supports Media transfer, ® ® ® for example, a computer running Microsoft Windows Vista or Windows To pair your device wirelessly with a computer using Media transfer mode...

  • Page 118: Connecting Your Device To A Tv Set

    Connecting your device to a TV set Connect your device to a TV set and start viewing content saved in your device on a larger screen. When you connect your device to the TV set, the TV launcher application opens. This application helps you to play media files from your device on TVs and other devices.

  • Page 119: Screen Mirroring

    Screen mirroring Use Screen mirroring 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 view your content from the comfort of your couch.

  • Page 120: Smart Connect

    Smart Connect Use the Smart Connect application to set what happens in your device when you connect or disconnect an accessory. You can also use it to set a specific action or a group of actions to launch on your device at certain times of the day. For example, when you connect your headset or headphones, you can set an event so that the following actions are launched on your device: •...

  • Page 121: Using Location Services To Find Your Position

    GPS option. In situations where the wireless network connection is weak, you should enable both options to ensure that your location is found. Sony does not warrant the accuracy of any location services including but not limited to navigational services.

  • Page 122: Google Maps

    So it's a good idea to download and save maps to your device before you take a trip. This way, you can avoid high roaming costs. Sony does not warrant the accuracy of any directional services. Using the Navigation application Use the Navigation application in your device to get turn-by-turn instructions on how to get places.

  • Page 123: Backup And Restore Application

    Backup and restore application Use the Backup and restore application to make backups of content to a memory card or a USB storage device. Such backups can be used to restore your content and some settings in cases where your data gets lost or deleted. Types of content you can back up Use the Backup and restore application to back up the following types of data: •...

  • Page 124: Managing Backup Records

    To restore content from a backup record From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Backup & restore. Tap Restore. Select the record that you want to restore from, then tap Restore now. Remember that any changes you make to your data and settings after you create a backup will get deleted during a restore procedure.

  • Page 125: Locking And Protecting Your Device

    It is very important that you remember your screen unlock pattern, PIN or password. If you forget this information, it may not be possible to restore important data such as contacts and messages. Refer to Sony Customer support for more information. To set up the Face Unlock protection From your Home screen, tap >...
  • Page 126 To change the screen unlock pattern From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Security > Screen lock. Draw your screen unlock pattern. Tap Pattern. Follow the instructions in your device. To disable the screen unlock pattern From your Home screen, tap >...

  • Page 127: Updating Your Device

    Updating your device Update your device to the most recent software version to get optimal performance and the latest enhancements. You can use the Update center application on your device to run a wireless update or you can use the PC Companion application on a computer to run an update using a USB cable connection.
  • Page 128 Using a USB cable, connect your device to the Apple computer. Computer: Launch Sony™ Bridge for Mac application. After a few moments, Sony™ Bridge for Mac application detects your device and searches for new software for it. Computer: If a new software update is detected, a popup window appears.

  • Page 129: Settings Overview

    Settings overview Get to know the settings in your device so that you can personalise them to your own requirements. Wi-Fi Turn Wi-Fi® on or off, scan available Wi-Fi® networks, or add the Wi-Fi® network. Bluetooth Turn Bluetooth™ on or off, search for available Bluetooth™ devices, and make your device visible or invisible to other Bluetooth™...
  • Page 130 Developer Set options for application development. For example, you can options display CPU usage on the home screen or set your device to enter debug mode when USB connections are active. About phone View information about your device, such as the model number, firmware version and signal.

  • Page 131: Status And Notification Icons Overview

    Status and notification icons overview Status icons The following status icons may appear on your screen: Signal strength No signal Roaming GPRS is available EDGE is available LTE is available NFC is activated 3G is available Sending and downloading GPRS data Sending and downloading EDGE data Sending and downloading 3G data Battery status...
  • Page 132 An upcoming calendar event A song is playing The device is connected to a computer via a USB cable Warning message Error message Missed call Call ongoing Call on hold Call forwarding on Software updates available Downloading data Uploading data More (undisplayed) notifications This is an Internet version of this publication.

  • Page 133: Application Overview

    Application overview Use the Alarm and clock application to set various kinds of alarms. Use your web browser to navigate and view web pages, manage bookmarks, and manage text and images. Use the Calculator application to perform basic calculations. Use the Calendar application to keep track of your events and manage your appointments.
  • Page 134 Identify music tracks that you hear playing in your surroundings, and get artist, album and other info. Use the Help application to access user support in the device. For example, you can access a User guide, troubleshooting information, plus tips and tricks.

  • Page 135: User Support

    User support To access the Help application From your Application screen, find and tap Find and tap the required support item. This is an Internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.

  • Page 136: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting My device is not working as expected If you experience problems with your device, check these tips before you try anything else: • Restart your device. • Remove and re-insert the SIM card. Then restart your device. • Force a restart of the device if the device hangs and can't be restarted normally, or force the device to shut down completely.

  • Page 137: No Battery Charging Icon Appears When Device Starts Charging

    The SIM card is not working properly. Insert your SIM card in another device. If this works, it is probably your device that is causing the problem. In this case, contact the nearest Sony service center. Emergency calls only You are within range of a network, but you are not allowed to use it. However, in an emergency, some network operators allow you to call the international emergency number 112.
  • Page 138 SIM card is PUK locked You have entered your PIN incorrectly 3 times in a row. To unlock the device, you must enter the PUK provided by your operator. SIM card locked You have entered your PUK (Personal Unblocking Key) incorrectly 10 times in a row. Please contact your service provider.

  • Page 139: Recycling 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 www.sonymobile.com. This is an Internet version of this publication.

  • Page 140: Legal Information

    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 141: Index

    Index smile shutter ............91 accounts ..............13 taking photos ..........90, 91 Exchange Active Sync® ........13 using the flash ..........90 Facebook™ .............13 video ..............96 Google™ ............13 viewing photos ..........90 adjusting volume .............81 viewing videos ..........96 Airplane mode ............35 zoom ..............90 alarm ................65 caps lock ..............28 Album ............100, 101 charging ..............15...
  • Page 142 FM radio deleting ............87 favourites ............89 downloading music information ......84 selecting a channel ..........88 hearing protection ...........85 force restart ............136 My playlists ............85 Friends’ music ............84 pausing a track ..........81 front camera ............90 playing .............80 purchasing ............86 recommending ..........87 geotagging searching using TrackID™...
  • Page 143 presets smile detection ............91 removing radio channels as ......89 smile shutter ............91 saving radio channels as .........89 SOS - See emergency numbers ......40 protective plastic sheet ...........18 STAMINA mode PUK ...............125 changing settings ..........18 purchasing status ..............131 music ...............86 bar ..............26 still camera ............90, 92 settings ............92 radio ................88...
  • Page 144 pausing ............104 playing ............104 recording ............96 selecting ............101 sending ............105 sharing ............105 transferring to/from a computer ......80 viewing ..........96, 100, 101 viewing Movies ............108 photos .............90 videos recorded using the camera ....96 voice input ...............32 voice recognition .............32 voicemail ..............42 volume adjusting for videos ........104 key ..............33...

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