Introduction Thank you for purchasing this product. Before You Begin ・SoftBank Xperia Z5 is referred to as "handset" in this guide. ・Read "Safety Precautions" and this guide thoroughly beforehand for proper usage. ・Accessible services may be limited by contract conditions.
Package Contents Parts & Functions Package Contents Front/Top/Bottom Handset (Xperia Z5) TV Antenna Cable (SODAB1) クイックスタート (Japanese) お願いとご注意 (Japanese) Warranty (Japanese) Part Description Connect commercially available Headphone headphones. This port supports tetrapolar headset Port that conform to the CTIA standard.
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Handset Keys Item Description Part Description Camera Capture still images and videos. Power Key/Screen Flash/ Long Press for power on/off. Use as camera flash in a dark place. Lock Key/ Photo Light Press for sleep mode on/off. Fingerprint Hold mark up to reader/writer to use Or, use Fingerprint authentication.
SIM Card Installation Removing SIM Card SIM Card is an IC card containing phone number and other Always unmount SD Card beforehand. For details, see customer information. "Unmounting SD Card." Inserting SIM Card Open Slot Cover using groove Always unmount SD Card beforehand. For details, see "Unmounting SD Card."...
SD Card Installation Insert Tray with SD Card into handset Save data to handset memory or SD Card. Handset supports SD Cards up to 200 GB. Some SD Cards may not operate properly. SD Card Cautions Data ・Check Tray orientation. Information stored on SD Card can become lost or changed accidentally or as a result of damage.
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Unmounting SD Card Removing SD Card Always unmount SD Card before removing. Always unmount SD Card beforehand. Open Slot Cover using groove In Home Screen, (Settings) Draw Tray out using the tab Storage Remove SD Card from Tray Unmount SD card Insert Tray into handset Item name changes from Unmount SD card...
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Formatting SD Card ERASE EVERYTHING When using a new SD Card for the first time, always format it on handset. All data on SD Card is erased. ・Formatting erases all data on SD Card. Carefully check any SD Card that was used on another device before formatting. ・Charge Battery while formatting, or format with adequate battery charge.
Charging Battery Power On/Off AC Charger Power On AC Charger is an optional accessory. Use specified AC Charger (SoftBank SELECTION Quick Charge 2.0) (SB-AC12-HDQC) or (Long Press) AC Charger (Micro USB 1.8A) (ZTDAD1). For other devices, see SoftBank Website. Operation using AC Charger (Micro USB 1.8A) (ZTDAD1) is explained here.
Touchscreen Operations Pinch/Spread Handset uses a touchscreen-type Display. Operate with your Contact Display lightly, then close/widen fingers. fingers on Display. Contact Display lightly and briefly. Touch & Hold Touch screen lightly and hold it for a while. When the screen changes, release finger.
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Basic Operations Basic Operations............... 16 Handset Phone Number............ 17 Mobile Manners..............18 Text Entry.................18 Google Account..............19 Google Play............... 21 Security Codes..............23 SIM PIN................23 Screen Lock............... 24 Software Updates.............25...
Basic Operations Handset Navigation Tap items, icons, onscreen keys, etc. to open assigned items. Home Screen & Launcher ・ Tap to go back to previous screen. Home Screen top sheet appears at power on. Most handset operations start from Home Screen or Launcher (Apps list). Menu Operations for available settings and items.
Handset Phone Number Handset & Display Orientation The screen changes to landscape orientation when handset is My Phone Number rotated sideways. ・Depending on the current screen, the orientation may not change. In Home Screen, (Settings) About phone Status SIM status Check phone number.
Mobile Manners Text Entry Set ringtone, operation sounds, etc. not to sound to avoid Keyboards disturbing others around you. Silent Mode Cautions Enter text with on-screen QWERTY keyboard by Tapping each character individually, or use Gesture input feature and slide finger from character to character to form words.
Google Account Toggling Text Entry Modes Use a Google account and get more convenience with Google services. A Google account is required to use some services or fully use some applications. In QWERTY keyboard, Tap Google Account Cautions Be careful not to forget your Google account ID or password.
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Or create a new account VERIFY SMS is sent. ・If a phone number other than the one on your SIM Card Enter First name Last name NEXT is entered, confirmation screen appears. Enter notified verification code NEXT I AGREE Enter user name (mail address) NEXT Your Google account is obtained.
Google Play Remind me later NEXT Download a variety of applications (free/paid) from Google Play. Change the setting of downloaded applications to enable manual or automatic updates. Log in to your Google account beforehand. Installing Applications Many different kinds of applications can be installed on handset from Google Play (provided by Google Inc.).
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Purchasing Applications Updating Installed Applications In Home Screen, (Play Store) In Home Screen, (Play Store) Google Play appears. Google Play appears. ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. Tap paid application Tap amount Follow onscreen In Google Play, My apps Tap application to...
Security Codes SIM PIN PIN is the security code for your SIM Card. It prevents Code Types third parties from unauthorized use of handset. At time of purchase, "9999" is set. An Operation Access Code or Center Access Code is required for using handset.
Screen Lock Changing SIM PIN Display is locked after a set period of inactivity. Operation can be performed only when PIN is enabled. Alternatively, Press for manual screen lock. This saves battery power and prevents accidental Touchscreen operation. In Home Screen, (Settings) Security Canceling Screen Lock...
Software Updates About phone Check whether updates are required via the Internet, and update as required. Before Updating Software Saved data may be lost depending on condition of handset (malfunctioning, damaged, water seepage, etc.). It is recommended that you back up important data before updating software.
Home Screen Basics Toggling Home Screen Sheets Home Screen appears at power on; most handset operations Home Screen consists of 7 sheets. Customize each Home start here. Customize Home Screen with application shortcuts, Screen sheet with application shortcuts, widgets, etc. to make widgets, and folders.
Status Bar Notification Indicators Status Bar appears at the top of Display. Notification Notification Indicators appearing in Status Bar include the Indicators for new mail, etc. and Status Indicators for handset following. appear here. Indicator Description Status Bar Launch Guide (Drag Status Bar down and open from Notifications Window) Missed Call Call Arriving...
Notifications Window/Quick Status Indicators Settings Status Indicators appearing in Status Bar include the following. Drag Status Bar down to open Notifications Window. Check Notification Indicators and the details. Drag Notifications Window down to open Quick Settings. Tap Indicator Description icons on Quick Settings to set each function On/Off. Battery Full (100%) Battery Charging Opening Notifications Window/Quick...
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Notifications Window Layout Open Quick Settings Notifications (incoming, functions being executed, etc.) Clear all notifications. Some notifications are not clearable. Quick Settings Layout Open Power management menu Add/Delete, change Quick Settings order Open Settings Open your contact information Adjust screen brightness Wi-Fi On/Off NFC Reader/Writer and P2P function On/Off Location information On/Off...
Calling Learn calling basics, including handling incoming calls, and in- call operations. Adjusting Volume of Call During a call, Press Volume Up Key/Volume Down Key. Hints Call window opens. Difficulty during call It may not be possible to make a call properly in a Tap dialpad to enter the other party's number noisy location.
Calling the Emergency Number When Emergency Location Report Handset Screen is Locked Using handset for emergency calls (110, 119 or 118) automatically reports handset location to corresponding Flick Lock screen Emergency call Enter number agency (police, etc.) for emergency service ・Available only when Screen lock is set to "Pattern,"...
Optional Services Call Forwarding Use the following optional services. In Home Screen, (Settings) Optional Services Use the following optional services. Service Description Call Divert all/unanswered calls to a preset Forwarding number. Divert all/unanswered calls to Voicemail Voicemail Center. Call Waiting Answer calls during a call.
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Voicemail All calls Unanswered calls Enter phone number to forward to In Home Screen, (Settings) ・ If Unanswered calls is selected, set ring time. ・ Tap to select phone number to forward to from Contacts. Call Call Forwarding is activated. Deactivating Voicemail/Call Forwarding In Voicemail/Call Forwarding window, Deactivate...
Call Waiting All calls Unanswered calls This service requires subscription. In Home Screen, (Settings) ・ If Unanswered calls is selected, set ring time. Voicemail is activated. ・ When new message is recorded, Call appears on Status Bar. Drag Status Bar down and Tap New voicemail , then follow the voice prompts.
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Group Calling Caller ID This service requires subscription. In Home Screen, (Settings) During a call, Add call Recent calls appears. Call Enter phone number Call settings open. Call is added. Additional settings ・Alternatively, Tap contact in Top Contacts to add call. When the other party answers, Merge Group Calling starts.
Call Barring ENABLE Restrict call and SMS. Call Barring is set. ・If a call or SMS is attempted while calling is restricted, a message appears. Message may take time to appear in some ・ To disable all call barring, Tap Deactivate Call Barring areas.
Using Contacts Saving Contacts from Call Window Save phone numbers, mail addresses, etc. to Contacts. Save a number entered in call window directly to Contacts. In Home Screen, (Phone) Tap dialpad to Contacts Cautions enter number to save Add to Contacts If handset is left uncharged, contact may be altered/lost.
Messaging Sending S! Mail/SMS S! Mail Sending S! Mail/SMS Exchange messages with S! Mail-compatible SoftBank handsets and email compatible devices (other mobiles, PCs, etc.) beyond In Home Screen, (Mail) SMS character entry limit; attach media files. Exchange short messages (up to 140 single-byte characters) using handset numbers as addresses.
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Sending S! Mail/SMS Select recipients Switching S! Mail/SMS S! Mail and SMS switch automatically when sending, depending on whether there is a subject, text length, etc. ・Check with indication at the top of screen when creating a message. ・When "New Mail" appears, message is sent as S! Mail. ・When "New SMS"...
Creating/Sending Gmail Saving as a Draft (Send Later) Use Google's webmail service. In mail composition window, Save draft Creating/Sending Gmail Deleting Mail Being Composed In mail composition window, Discard DISCARD In Home Screen, (Google) (Gmail) Mail list opens. Mail composition window opens. Enter recipient/subject/mail text Message is sent.
Email Settings Using Chrome Use the browser simply by entering search words and URLs. Adding Accounts SSL/TLS Check usernames (user IDs), passwords, server names, etc. of your email accounts beforehand. SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) and TLS (Transport Layer Security) are protocols for encrypting sent/received data. While in a screen connected by SSL/TLS, data is encrypted to safely send/receive private information, credit card In Home Screen,...
Chrome Operations Adding Bookmarks My SoftBank Sign-in In My SoftBank, check your charges or points, change In Home Screen, (Google) (Chrome) subscriptions or mail address, or set spam countermeasure. In Chrome, Bookmarks My SoftBank Follow onscreen instructions Searching within Web Page In Chrome window, Find in page Enter search...
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Opening New Tabs Open several tabs to switch between Web pages easily. In Home Screen, (Google) (Chrome) Chrome opens. New tab New tab appears. ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. ・ To switch tabs, Tap , and then Tap target tab.
Imaging Camera Cautions All captured photos are saved to handset memory or SD Capturing Photos/Recording Videos Card. Insert SD Card before using Camera. If handset temperature rises, Camera may not activate or File Format for Photos (Still Images) may stop operation. Shutter sound or capturing start/stop sound may be faint File format for photos (still images) is JPEG.
Recording Videos Aim Camera at subject Check Viewfinder, then In Manual mode, Tap to switch to video Viewfinder. In Home Screen, (Camera) Shutter clicks and photos is saved. Capturing Operations (Photos) Using Zoom Press Volume Key Viewfinder appears. ・Pinch/Spread fingers on Viewfinder to zoom in/out. ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.
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Capturing Photo While Recording Video While recording video, ・Image resolution varies by Video resolution setting. Capturing with Camera Key Use Camera Key when Capturing mode is set to "Manual," "4K video" or "Timeshift video." In Home Screen, (Camera) Aim Camera at subject Press to start/stop capturing...
Music Files Image Files Playing Music Files (Music) Viewing Still Images/Videos (Album) Play back music, playlists, etc. Supported file formats are as Show captured photos or downloaded still images/videos. follow. Supported file formats are as follow. ・WAV (PCM, G.711) (.wav), AAC (.3gp, .m4a, .mp4), AAC+ Type File Format (.3gp, .m4a, .mp4), eAAC+ (.3gp, .m4a, .mp4), MP3 (.mp3),...
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Operations when Viewing Still Images/ Videos Zooming In or Out Still Image Tap Display twice or pinch to check a still image Playing Files in Slideshow In still image playback, Slideshow...
Wi-Fi Handset supports Wi-Fi (wireless LAN). Access the Internet via a household Wi-Fi connection environment. For details on Wi-Fi function, see "Wi-Fi (WLAN)." For Wi-Fi router (manufactured by FON) users, see "Fonルーター かんたん設 定ガイド (http://mb.softbank.jp/mb/special/network/pdf/ wifi_howto_01.pdf)" for details. Automatic Updates for Optimizing Wi- Fi Connection Wi-Fi is enabled ( While using Wi-Fi, updates for optimizing connection may...
Bluetooth ® Connect to a Bluetooth -capable wireless phone, etc. for calls ® or to a hands-free device such as a headset. For details on Bluetooth function, see "Bluetooth /Wi-Fi (WLAN)." ® Hints Cannot use Bluetooth ® Is handset in Airplane mode? Bluetooth turns off in ®...
Calling Outside Japan Carry "世界対応ケータイ海外ご利用ガイド" overseas. Handset dials number. Call begins when other party International Calling answers. In Home Screen, (Phone) Recent calls appears. Call window opens. Enter international access code for the country your stay Tap dialpad and omit first 0 from phone numbers when placing international calls ・Do not omit first 0 from phone numbers when dialing Italy (39).
Global Roaming Place calls the same way you would within Japan. ・Do not enter country code or omit first 0 from phone numbers. In Home Screen, (Phone) Recent calls appears. Call window opens. Tap dialpad to enter the other party's number Handset dials number.
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Settings About Settings..............68 Wi-Fi Settings..............69 Other Settings..............70 Sound Settings..............70 Application Settings............71 Account Settings.............. 72...
About Settings In Home Screen, (Settings) Settings In Home Screen, (Settings) to customize operation of handset functions. Handset settings include the following items. Item Description Wi-Fi Enable Wi-Fi connection. Handset settings open. Bluetooth Enable Bluetooth connection. ® Data usage Check mobile data traffic and set limit. Device Set to connect PC etc.
Wi-Fi Settings Tap Wi-Fi network Enter password CONNECT Wi-Fi In Home Screen, (Settings) Handset is connected. ・The password, for a household wireless LAN router, is sometimes found on a sticker on the router (WEP, WPA, KEY, etc.). Contact the router manufacturer for information. For password for a public wireless LAN, check with user's service provider.
Other Settings Sound Settings More Sound & notification Set other functions for wireless and networks. Settings can Set ringtone, touch sounds, etc. Settings can be made for the be made for the following items. following items. Item Description Item Description Disable all settings that emit signals.
Application Settings Sound & notification Apps Check installed and running applications. Items that can be checked are the following. Item Description DOWNLOADED Check downloaded applications. RUNNING Check running applications. Sound & notification settings open. Check all applications. Set items In Home Screen, (Settings) Setting is complete.
Account Settings Setting Applications to Sync for Each Account Tap account to set Tap account Tap sync item Accounts ・ Tap item to toggle on ( )/off ( ・Tap item to synchronize when Auto-sync is disabled. Create/add accounts and sync accounts. In Home Screen, (Settings) Accounts...
Specifications Customer Service For SoftBank handset or service information, call General Handset Information. For repairs, call Customer Assistance. SoftBank Customer Support Item Description Dimensions (W Approx. 72 × 146 × 7.3 mm x H x D) General Information Weight Approx. 154 g GSM (850/900 MHz): 2 W From a SoftBank handset, dial toll free at 157 GSM (1800/1900 MHz): 1 W...
Safety Precautions Safety Precautions............76 Important Product Information........83 Bluetooth /Wi-Fi (WLAN)..........85 ® Waterproofing/Dustproofing........... 86 End User License Agreement........... 88 Export Controls and Regulations........89 Intellectual Property Rights..........89 RF Exposure Information/Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Information................91 FCC Statement for the USA..........93 Declaration of Conformity for 501SO......93 VCCI..................94...
Safety Precautions Handset, SIM Card, TV Antenna Cable, Desktop Holder (Optional Accessory), AC Charger (Optional Accessory) Read safety precautions before using handset. Observe precautions to avoid injury to self or others, or damage to property. SoftBank Corp. is not liable for any damages resulting from use of this product.
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Do not subject handset to excessive force such as stomping while AC Charger (optional Do not put handset, TV Antenna Cable, Desktop accessory) is connected. Holder (optional accessory), or AC Charger (optional accessory) in cooking appliances Charging with damaged port may cause malfunction or fire. such as a microwave, pressure cooker, or on IH Charge only as directed.
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Handset Internal Battery type is as follows. Do not place handset on unstable/uneven Symbol Battery Type surfaces. on Label Handset or related hardware may fall, resulting in injury, Li-ion00 Lithium-ion malfunction, etc. Take added care when vibration is set or while charging.
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Do not cover/wrap handset with cloth or futon while charging. Do not cover/wrap handset Do not use handset while driving a vehicle, with cloth or futon at bedtime. motorbike or riding a bicycle. Handset may overheat, resulting in fire, burns, May cause an accident.
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Watch TV from a distance in good light. Do not use handset when it may affect Failure to do so may impair vision. vehicle's electronic equipment. Handset use may affect devices and lead to unsafe driving. Moderate handset volume when using Headsets. Prolonged use and excessive volume may damage ears or If you experience any skin irritation associated hearing.
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Desktop Holder (Optional Accessory), AC Charger (Optional Accessory) Do not plug in/unplug AC Charger power plug with wet hands. May cause electric shock or malfunction. Do not cover/wrap with cloth or futon while charging. Do not touch AC Charger if thunder is audible. Heat may build up resulting in fire, burns, malfunction, etc.
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Handset Use & Electronic Medical Equipment This section is based on "医療機関内での携帯電話等の使用 に関する指針" (Electromagnetic Compatibility Conference, Grasp AC Charger power plug and unplug it August 2014) and "Guidelines for Prevention of Effects of before cleaning. Radio Waves from Various Equipment Using Radio Waves on Failure to do so may cause electric shock, etc.
Important Product Information Charging ・AC Charger (optional accessory) may become warm while Handset, SIM Card, TV Antenna Cable, charging. It is not abnormal. Desktop Holder (Optional Accessory), AC ・If charging is started, handset can power on although it is Charger (Optional Accessory) unavailable for operation.
Fingerprint Authentication Forcibly Powering Off ・Fingerprint authentication uses the characteristics If screen freezes or power-off operation is not available, of your fingerprint. If your fingerprint image has few forcibly power off by Pressing & Holding Power Key ( characteristics, fingerprint authentication may not be and Volume Up Key at the same time for approximately 3 available.
Bluetooth /Wi-Fi (WLAN) ® Wi-Fi (WLAN) ・Wi-Fi (WLAN) uses radio waves to exchange information Frequencies and LAN connection is freely established within an area where the radio wave reaches. Meanwhile, if no security is set, Wi-Fi communications may be intercepted or hacked Frequency band used by handset Bluetooth /Wi-Fi (WLAN) ®...
Waterproofing/Dustproofing Notes on Using 5 GHz Devices Handset complies with IPX5 , IPX8 waterproof standards and In 5 GHz frequency bandwidth, handset can use following IP6X dustproof standard with SIM Card/SD Card Slot Cover bands: firmly closed. ・5.2 GHz band (W52/36, 40, 44, 48 ch) 1 Protection against water jet (at 12.5 L/min.
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Precautions Draining Do not perform the following actions. When handset gets wet, remaining water may flow out after -Washing with Soap/Detergent/Bath powder wiping it off. Drain as shown. -Washing using brush/sponge -Machine-washing -Applying strong water flow Wipe off moisture on handset surface and back side with dry, -Soaking in ocean water clean cloth etc.
Handset provides waterproof performance, but liquids Sony Mobile grants you a non-exclusive limited license to use (tap water, beverages, sea water, pet urine, etc.) adhered to the Software solely in conjunction with the Device on which it Micro USB Plug may cause electric shock, short circuit, fire, is installed or delivered.
Export Controls and Regulations Intellectual Property Rights Export Controls and Regulations Copyrights and Portrait Rights The products and accessories may be subject to the Copyrighted contents you recorded or obtained from sites application of the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act and or Internet home pages using this product by downloading other related laws and regulations in Japan.
・S!メール and デコレメール are trademarks or registered ® by Sony Corporation and it is a registered trademark or trademarks of SoftBank Corp. trademark in Japan and other countries. ・This product contains technologies provided by ACCESS CO., ・POBox and POBox logo are registered trademarks of Sony...
RF Exposure Information/Specific www.mpegla.com). MPEG Layer-3 audio decoding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson. Absorption Rate (SAR) Information ・ANT and ANT+ are trademarks or registered trademarks of ANT Wireless ・Using your device as a fitness hub with ANT+™ Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) for This You can use your device with health and fitness products Product (for Japan) that also support ANT+™...
http://www.tele.soumu.go.jp/e/sys/ele/body/index.htm FCC RF Exposure Information ・Association of Radio Industries and Businesses (ARIB) http://www.arib-emf.org/01denpa/denpa02-02.html Your handset is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is (Japanese) designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal This mobile phone 501SO is confirmed to comply with Communications Commission of the U.S.
The Product "501SO" is declared to conform with the essential interference that may cause undesired operation. requirements of European Union Directive 1999/5/EC Radio Any change or modification not expressly approved by Sony and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 3.1(a), may void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
VCCI VCCI Handset complies with a technical standards based on VCCI RULES FOR VOLUNTARY CONTROL MEASURES and the mark of conformity is depicted electronically on the screen.
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A About Settings..............68 Account Settings.............. 72 Application Settings............71 B Basic Operations............... 16 Xperia™ Z5 User Guide Index Bluetooth ................ 61 ® Bluetooth /Wi-Fi (WLAN)..........85 ® C Calling................34 Calling Outside Japan............64 Charging Battery.............. 12 Creating/Sending Gmail............46 Customer Service.............. 74 D...
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Mobile Manners..............18 Wi-Fi Settings..............69 Music Files.................56 N Notifications Window/Quick Settings......30 O Optional Services..............36 Other Settings..............70 P Package Contents............... 6 Parts & Functions...............6 Power On/Off..............12 R RF Exposure Information/Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Information................91 S Safety Precautions............76 Screen Lock...............
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Xperia™ Z5 User Guide November 2015, First Edition SoftBank Corp. Visit SoftBank Shop for assistance Model : Xperia™ Z5 Manufacturer : Sony Mobile Communications Inc.
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