Sony Xperia Z4 User Manual
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  • Page 1 Xperia™ Z4 User Guide...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Introduction About the User Guide............3 Accessing Instructions on Handset........3 Getting Started Parts & Functions.............. 6 SIM Card................7 Internal Memory and SD Card..........9 Charging Battery.............. 11 Xperia™ Z4 User Guide Power On/Off..............11 Contents Using Touchscreen............12 Initial Settings..............13 Basic Operations Basic Operation..............16 Applications...............17...
  • Page 4 Using Chrome..............87 Display................159 Sound & notification............160 Storage................161 Camera Power management............162 Capturing Still Images/Videos......... 92 Apps................. 162 Viewing Captured Still Images/Videos (Album)....94 Tap & pay............... 163 Editing Captured Still Images (Album)......95 Location................163 Sharing Still Images and Videos........97 Security................
  • Page 5: About The User Guide

    Introduction About the User Guide Accessing Instructions on Handset Thank you for purchasing this product. Use Guide application to learn touch operations or making settings. Before Using This Product Launching Guide Read "Safety Precautions" and this guide thoroughly beforehand for proper usage. Accessible services may be limited by subscription contract In Home Screen, (SoftBank)
  • Page 6 Showing Status Bar Indicator Launching Guide from Notifications Window Set to show the indicator on Notifications Window to launch Smartphone Guide. Show Smartphone Guide indicator on Status Bar to check functions quickly from Notifications Window. In Home Screen, (SoftBank) (Guide) Drag Status Bar down to open Notifications Window Smartphone Guide top window opens.
  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Getting Started Parts & Functions.............. 6 SIM Card................7 Internal Memory and SD Card..........9 Charging Battery.............. 11 Power On/Off..............11 Using Touchscreen............12 Initial Settings..............13...
  • Page 8: Parts & Functions

    Parts & Functions Handset Item Description Capture still images and videos. Camera Flash/ Use as camera flash in a dark place. Photo Light Part Description Wi-Fi/ Internal Antenna for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth ® Bluetooth Reduces noise for calling. ® Second Mic feature.
  • Page 9: Sim Card

    SIM Card Inserting 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." Handling SIM Card Open Slot Cover using groove ・Customer is responsible for any damage caused by inserting SIM Card in an IC card reader, etc.
  • Page 10: Removing Sim Card

    Removing SIM Card Unlocking SIM Card Always unmount SD Card beforehand. For details, see Handset can be SIM-unlocked to accommodate other-carrier "Unmounting SD Card." SIM cards. ・Some services or functions may be restricted when using another mobile's SIM Card. SoftBank Corp. does not guarantee any operation of those services and functions.
  • Page 11: Internal Memory And Sd Card

    Internal Memory and SD Card Insert Tray with SD Card into handset Save data to handset memory or SD Card. Handset supports SD Cards up to 128 GB. Some SD Cards may not operate properly. SD Card Cautions Data Information stored on SD Card can become lost or changed accidentally or as a result of damage.
  • Page 12 Removing SD Card Formatting SD Card Always unmount SD Card beforehand. When using a new SD Card for the first time, always format it on handset. ・Formatting erases all data on SD Card. Carefully check any SD Card that was used on another device before formatting. Open Slot Cover using groove ・Charge Battery while formatting, or format with adequate battery charge.
  • Page 13: Charging Battery

    Charging Battery Power On/Off Charging with AC Charger Powering 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 the SoftBank Web page. Operation using AC Charger (Micro USB 1.8A) (ZTDAD1) is explained here.
  • Page 14: Using Touchscreen

    Using Touchscreen 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.
  • Page 15: Initial Settings

    Initial Settings Set world of Sony (Connect Sony Entertainment Network) Startup wizard appears the first time handset is powered on. Set a Google™ account and Wi-Fi. Follow onscreen instructions. Making Initial Settings Some steps are different in use environment. Follow onscreen instructions.
  • Page 17: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations Basic Operation..............16 Applications...............17 Phone Number..............20 Silent Mode............... 21 Airplane Mode..............21 Text Entry.................22 Using a Google Account........... 24 Google Play............... 26 Security Codes..............28 SIM PIN................29 Locking Screen..............30 Updating Software............30...
  • Page 18: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Selecting Options and Navigating Screens Home Screen & Applications List Tap items, icons, onscreen keys, etc. to open assigned items. ・ Tap to go back to previous screen. Most handset operations start in Home Screen (appears at power on) or in Applications List. Menu Operations for available settings and items.
  • Page 19: Applications

    Applications Portrait Orientation & Landscape Orientation Launching Applications The screen changes to portrait orientation when handset is rotated sideways. ・Depending on the current screen, the orientation may not change. In Home Screen, Applications list opens. Capturing Screenshots Long Press and Volume Down Key at the same time to Tap the application capture a screenshot of the current screen.
  • Page 20: Applications List

    (Smart Set operations for connecting external ・In Applications list, some applications are contained in "ツー device or activating/ending applications. Connect™) ル," "Sony Service," "SoftBank" and "安心・安全" folders. Recognize music played and search the Icon Function/Service title and artist name. (TrackID™) All-you-can-download service application (TrackID™...
  • Page 21 (Calendar) View calendar to manage events. (TV) View TV. Receive Earthquake Early Warning (電子書 Purchase e-books from Sony eBook store or Tsunami warning delivered by the 籍 Reader by "Reader Store." Meteorological Agency. Sony) If the warning is received when you are in (Urgent Perform basic and other operations.
  • Page 22: Phone Number

    Phone Number Rearranging Icons Flick right from the left edge of Applications list Checking Your Phone Number Custom order Alphabetical Most used ・With "Custom order" set, Touch & Hold an icon to rearrange to desired position. In Home Screen, (Settings) About phone Status Check phone number.
  • Page 23: Silent Mode

    Silent Mode Airplane Mode Using Silent Mode Using Airplane Mode Set ringtone, operation sounds, etc. not to sound to avoid Disable all functions that emit signals. Handset remains disturbing others around you. powered on. ・Camera shutter, video start/stop tones, video and music sound even in Silent mode.
  • Page 24: Text Entry

    Text Entry Entering Emoticons/Pictograms Keyboard In Text Entry window, 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. ・ Tap to hide keyboard. ・Touch &...
  • Page 25: Other Options

    Pasting Cut/Copied Text Making Text Entry Settings Double-Tap text , then Tap Text is highlighted by tabs on both sides and editing tool Option menu appears. appears. ・ To enter all text, Tap Keyboard settings Drag to select range Settings menu opens. Personalization guide Setting guidance window opens.
  • Page 26: Using A Google Account

    Using a Google Account Editing/Deleting Words in User Dictionary Use a Google account and get more convenience with Google In Option menu, Tap My words Select word to edit/ services. A Google account is required to use some services or delete Edit word Delete word...
  • Page 27 Or create a new account VERIFY SMS is sent. ・If a telephone number other than the one on your SIM Card Enter First name Last name NEXT is entered, confirmation screen appears. Enter notified security code NEXT I AGREE Enter user name (mail address) NEXT Your Google account is obtained.
  • Page 28: Google Play

    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.).
  • Page 29: Updating Applications

    Purchasing Paid Applications Updating 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 Flick right from the left end of Google Play window instructions My apps...
  • Page 30: Security Codes

    Security Codes Uninstalling Applications Applications installed from Google Play can also be Security Codes uninstalled. An Operation Access Code or Center Access Code (Call Barring Password) is required for using handset. In Home Screen, (Play Store) Operation Access Code: Security code to use each function. At time of purchase, no code is set.
  • Page 31: Sim Pin

    SIM PIN Changing SIM PIN PIN is the security code for your SIM Card. It prevents Operation can be performed only when PIN is enabled. third parties from unauthorized use of handset. At time of purchase, "9999" is set. In Home Screen, (Settings) Security Enabling SIM PIN...
  • Page 32: Locking Screen

    Locking Screen Updating Software Display is locked after a set period of inactivity. Check whether updates are required via the Internet, and update as required. Alternatively, Press for manual screen lock. This saves battery power and prevents accidental Touchscreen operation. Before Updating Software Unlocking Screen Saved data may be lost depending on condition of handset...
  • Page 33 About phone System Update Software Update Software Update Follow onscreen instructions Software update starts. Connecting to PC to Update Software To update software connecting to a PC, install software for "Software Update" on the PC beforehand. For installation of the software, see the following web page.
  • Page 35: Handset Interface

    Handset Interface Home Screen Basics............34 Status Bar................. 35 Using Notifications Window/Quick Settings....36 Activating/Canceling Recently-Used Applications..37 Using Small Apps.............. 38 Rearranging Home Screen..........41...
  • Page 36: Home Screen Basics

    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.
  • Page 37: Status Bar

    Status Bar Main 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 Layout Launch Guide (Drag Status Bar down and open from Notifications Window) Missed Call...
  • Page 38: Using Notifications Window/Quick Settings

    Using Notifications Window/Quick Main Status Indicators Settings Status Indicators appearing in Status Bar include the following. Drag Status Bar down to open Notifications Window. Open Notification Indicators to check details. Drag Notifications Window down to open Quick Settings. Tap Indicator Description icons on Quick Settings to set each function On/Off.
  • Page 39: Activating/Canceling Recently-Used Applications

    Activating/Canceling Recently- Notifications Window Layout Used Applications Check recently-used applications and exit them. Activating Recently-Used Applications View recently-used applications in thumbnail list and launch application from the list. Open Quick Settings Display notifications (incoming, functions being executed, etc.) Clear all notifications. Some notifications are not clearable.
  • Page 40: Using Small Apps

    Using Small Apps Canceling All Running Applications Activate small app while using another application in a small Cancel all running applications. window. Activating Small Apps Activate small app. Tap a small app icon All running applications are canceled. Deleting Recently-Used Application from List Flick left or right application in thumbnail list Favorites bar...
  • Page 41 Operations in Small Apps List Adding Small Apps Adding Small App to Favorites Bar In Small Apps list, Touch & Hold an icon Drag to anywhere on Favorites Bar Deleting Small App from Favorites Bar In Favorites Bar, Touch & Hold a small app Drag to Renaming Widget In Small Apps list,...
  • Page 42 Deleting Small Apps Select widget/small app Delete widgets or small apps in Small Apps list. Widget or small app is deleted. Small Apps list opens. Delete widget Uninstall small app...
  • Page 43: Rearranging Home Screen

    Rearranging Home Screen Changing Themes Set Wallpaper to Home Screen, or add shortcuts, widgets and Change theme for Home Screen or wallpaper of Lock Screen. folders for quick access to applications and files. Operations for Rearranging Home Touch & Hold area of Home Screen without icons Themes Screen Moving Widgets and Icons...
  • Page 44: Adding Shortcuts

    OfficeSuite Show recent history for OfficeSuite Recent documents. History Show applications provided by Play Store Play Store in random order. Pocket WiFi (1x1)/(2x1)/ Set tethering. (4x1) Reader™ Display Sony eBook store "ReaderStore." Store widget...
  • Page 45: Changing Folder Names

    STAMINA Toggle STAMINA mode on/off. mode TrackID™ Show TrackID™. Use handset as remote controller for Sony TV SideView Twitter View Twitter tweet comments. Direct (small)/(large) posting is also available. Drag the icon above another icon to place in the same folder What's New View What's New.
  • Page 47: Phone

    Phone Placing/Answering Calls........... 46 Placing a Call from Contacts/Call History..... 49 Optional Services..............51 Making Call Settings............56 Using Contacts..............57 Importing Contacts............60 Backing Up Contacts............60...
  • Page 48: Placing/Answering Calls

    Placing/Answering Calls Emergency Call Cautions How to dial directly to make a call and answer a call, as well Available Area as options when a call is arriving/during a call are described. Emergency calls for handset is available only in SoftBank service area.
  • Page 49: Answering Calls

    Answering Calls When a call arrives, Drag to right Handset dials number. Call begins when other party answers. Call begins. To end the call, To end the call, Call ends. Call ends. Calling the Emergency Number When Handset Screen is Locked Missed Calls Flick Lock Screen upwards Emergency call...
  • Page 50 In-Call Screen Layout/In-Call Operations Rejecting Call During a call, Tap the icon to use the following functions. Drag to left when call is arriving Rejecting and Sending Message While a call is arriving, Drag Response options Reject with message Select message ・...
  • Page 51: Placing A Call From Contacts/Call History

    Placing a Call from Contacts/Call Emergency Call Location Information History If handset is used to place a call to emergency numbers such as 110, 119, or 118, your location is automatically reported Make calls quickly using Contacts and Call History. to the emergency organization such as Police.
  • Page 52 Placing a Call from Call History Filtering Call Logs In Call History, Filter call log Tap option ( In Home Screen, (Phone) Enabling Answering Machine In Call History, Answering Machine settings Answering Machine ・See "Making Call Settings" for details. Call screen appears. Tap target call log Handset dials number.
  • Page 53: Optional Services

    Optional Services Using 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.
  • Page 54: Using Voicemail

    Using Voicemail All calls Unanswered calls Enter phone number to forward to In Home Screen, (Settings) ・ If Unanswered calls is selected, set ring time. ・Select phone number to forward to from Contacts. Call Call Forwarding is activated. Deactivating Voicemail/Call Forwarding In Voicemail/Call Forwarding window, Deactivate service DEACTIVATE...
  • Page 55: Using Call Waiting

    Using 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. Call ・ When new message is recorded, appears on Status Bar. Drag Status Bar down and Tap New voicemail , then follow the voice prompts.
  • Page 56 Using Group Calling Using Caller ID Notification This service requires subscription. In Home Screen, (Settings) During a call, Add call Call Call screen appears. Enter phone number Call window opens. Additional settings Call is added. ・In Call Screen, Tap a contact on "Top Contacts" or "RECENT CALLS"...
  • Page 57: Using Call Barring

    Using 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.
  • Page 58: Making Call Settings

    Making Call Settings Call Making Call Settings Make call-related settings. Settings can be made for the following items. Item Description Phone Set ringtone. ringtone Call window opens. Also vibrate Enable vibration for ringtone. for calls Increasing Set whether to increase ringtone ringtone gradually.
  • Page 59: Using Contacts

    Using Contacts Setting Call Blocking Save phone numbers, mail addresses, etc. to Contacts. Set blocks by call type. In Call settings, Call Blocking Block calls Contacts Cautions Confirm Note for emergency call, Tap type of call to block ( If handset is left uncharged, contact may be altered/lost. Accident or malfunction may also cause loss or change to Call Blocking is set.
  • Page 60 Saving Contacts from Call Window Contacts Screen Layout Save a number entered in call window directly to Contacts. In Home Screen, (Phone) Tap dialpad to enter number to save Add to Contacts Checking Contacts In Home Screen, (Contacts) Item Description Favorites Show Favorites list.
  • Page 61: Editing Contacts

    Editing Contacts Deleting Contacts In Home Screen, (Contacts) In Home Screen, (Contacts) Contacts appear. Contacts appear. Tap target contact Mark several Edit items SAVE Tap target contact ・Only one contact is also selectable. To select all contacts, Contact changes are complete. 0 selected Mark all DELETE...
  • Page 62: Importing Contacts

    Importing Contacts Backing Up Contacts Importing Contacts from SD Card Backing Up Contacts to SD Card Import (load) contacts that are backed up on SD Card. Back up (save) contacts to SD Card. In Home Screen, (Contacts) In Home Screen, (Contacts) Contacts appear.
  • Page 63: Messaging & Internet

    Messaging & Internet Messaging................62 S! Mail Initial Setup............62 Thread List/Folder List........... 64 Sending S! Mail/SMS............65 Sending Decore Mail by S! Mail........66 Opening & Replying to S! Mail/SMS........ 67 Managing S! Mail/SMS............69 Operations When Creating S! Mail/SMS......75 S! Mail/SMS Settings............78 Using Gmail...............
  • Page 64: Messaging

    Messaging S! Mail Initial Setup S! Mail Setting Up S! Mail Initially Exchange messages with S! Mail-compatible SoftBank handsets When activating mail for the first time, complete setup to and email compatible devices (other mobiles, PCs, etc.) beyond send/receive S! Mail using Wi-Fi and to import sent/received SMS character entry limit;...
  • Page 65 Cautions for Sending/Receiving S! Mail Using Wi-Fi Airplane mode International S! Mail Transmission Fees Transmission fees apply when sending international S! Mail messages even if Wi-Fi is in use. S! Mail Reception while Display is Completely Dark (Screen Lock Active) To receive S! Mail messages using Wi-Fi even when Display is completely dark (Screen lock active), disable Wi-Fi sleep policy in Advanced Wi-Fi settings.
  • Page 66: Thread List/Folder List

    Thread List/Folder List Thread List View mail in folder list or thread list. Sent and received S! Mail/SMS is displayed sorted by recipient. Thread list view is described here. When viewing messages exchanged with Yamamoto-san, messages are displayed as a conversation with Yamamoto-san Folder List within a single thread.
  • Page 67: Sending S! Mail/Sms

    Sending S! Mail/SMS Select recipients Sending S! Mail/SMS In Home Screen, (Mail) ・ Tap Phonebook Outgoing History Incoming History Mail Group to change recipient lists. ・ After setting recipients, Tap to check recipients' phone numbers/email addresses or set them to Cc/Bcc. ・To send as S! Mail, set Cc or Bcc.
  • Page 68: Sending Decore Mail By S! Mail

    Sending Decore Mail by S! Mail Sending S! Mail/SMS Switching S! Mail/SMS Using a Template S! Mail and SMS switch automatically when sending, depending on whether there is a subject, text length, etc. Choose from a variety of designs to decorate mail. ・Check with indication at the top of screen when creating a message.
  • Page 69: Opening & Replying To S! Mail/Sms

    Opening & Replying to S! Mail/SMS Decorating S! Mail Handset receives S! Mail/SMS messages automatically by default. Optionally, retrieve messages manually, and also retrieve all messages stored on the server. While entering message text, Tap decoration type Opening New S! Mail/SMS When message arrives, new message notice and Notification Indicator appear.
  • Page 70 Retrieving Server Mail Forwarding S! Mail/SMS In Home Screen, (Mail) Handle Server Mail In S! Mail/SMS message window, Receive whole content for all server mails Receive subject Enter recipient(s) Enter text Send and sender for all server mails Message is forwarded. Server mail is received.
  • Page 71: Managing S! Mail/Sms

    Managing S! Mail/SMS Widgets Widgets allow message information to be viewed from Viewing S! Mail/SMS Home Screen. Widgets appear in simple (top of Display) and detailed (bottom of Display) views. Check number of unread messages in simple view. Check date/time and preview of messages in addition to number of unread messages in detailed view.
  • Page 72 Thread Details Window Listing Addresses of Sender/Recipients in Thread Details Window In thread details window, List Address Listing Addresses of Sender/Recipients in S! Mail/SMS Message Window In S! Mail/SMS message window, Sender/subject/text/date & time sent, received, saved, Thread List etc. Icon Description Delivery Report...
  • Page 73 Backing Up S! Mail/SMS Data Backup(S!Mail Specific) Back up message data on handset to SD Card or other media. ・Back up message data saved on handset. Data for all messages must be backed up together at the same time. ・If SD Card is not installed, messages are backed up in handset memory.
  • Page 74 Restoring S! Mail/SMS Data Restore(S!Mail Specific) Restore message data backed up to SD Card or other media to handset. In Home Screen, (Mail) Airplane mode Common Settings Tap files to restore Mail Save&Load Restore starts. Airplane mode Backup/Restore Restore is complete.
  • Page 75 Moving S! Mail/SMS Data (Export) Export(vMessage) Export message data on handset in vMessage format to SD Card or other media. vMessage format is compatible with other smartphones and SoftBank mobile phones (3G). ・Export either received message data, sent message data, drafts, or unsent message data saved on handset all together.
  • Page 76 Moving S! Mail/SMS Data (Import) Import(vMessage) Import message data exported to SD Card or other media in vMessage format to handset. ・To import data from a previously used mobile phone, etc., first save the data you want to import to SD Card or other media.
  • Page 77: Operations When Creating S! Mail/Sms

    Operations When Creating S! Mail/ Airplane mode Use these functions when sending, replying to, or forwarding messages. Attaching Files While creating S! Mail, Contacts are imported. Importing Message Data Where Message Data is Imported Imported message data is loaded to the locations below in SD Card or handset memory.
  • Page 78 Specifying Date/Time to Send Entering Emoji Pictograms Create a message to be sent automatically at a specific time. While entering subject/message text, After entering recipients/subject/message text, Sending Reservation Tap emoji Specify date to send on Emoji is entered. ・ Tap My PIC while entering message text to select My pictograms.
  • Page 79 Setting Priority Levels Deleting Message Drafts Delete a message that is being created without saving it as a draft. While creating S! Mail, Set priority While creating S! Mail/SMS, Delete Tap priority level Delete Mail draft is discarded. Switching to S! Mail Available when SMS/S!Mail Automatic Switching Priority level is set.
  • Page 80: S! Mail/Sms Settings

    S! Mail/SMS Settings Switching to SMS Make settings for S! Mail/SMS. Available when SMS/S!Mail Automatic Switching deactivated. See "Common Settings" for details. Common Settings Settings can be made for the following items. While creating S! Mail, Switch to SMS Item Description Message Set items indicating in notice for new...
  • Page 81 Send/Receive Settings Common Settings Set each item Settings can be made for the following items. Item Description Make S! Mail/SMS receive settings. Set Receive what portions of S! Mail to first retrieve, Settings and whether to automatically check new messages when activating S! Mail. Make S! Mail/SMS send settings.
  • Page 82 Mail Group Settings Number/Address Settings Settings and viewing can be made for the following items. In Home Screen, (Mail) Item Description Phone Number View phone number. Mail Address View mail address. Change Mail Navigate to My SoftBank to change mail Address address, etc.
  • Page 83: Using Gmail

    Using Gmail Switching Accounts Use Google's webmail service. In Home Screen, (Google) (Gmail) Adding an Account In Home Screen, (Settings) Mail list opens. Accounts Add account Tap account to switch to Account switches. Select account to add Follow onscreen instructions The account is added.
  • Page 84 Creating/Sending Gmail Saving as a Draft (Send Later) While composing mail, Save draft In Home Screen, (Google) (Gmail) Mail is saved as a draft for later. Deleting Mail Being Composed In mail composition window, Discard Opening New Gmail Mail list opens. When new Gmail arrives, appears in Status Bar.
  • Page 85: Deleting An Account

    Opening Gmail Deleting an Account In Home Screen, (Google) (Gmail) In Home Screen, (Settings) Mail list opens. Accounts Tap account category Tap target mail Gmail message opens. Tap account(s) to delete Remove account REMOVE ACCOUNT Operations when Opening Gmail Replying to Mail In Gmail message window, Compose mail ・...
  • Page 86: Using Email

    Using Email Adding an Account Setting an Account In Home Screen, (Email) Check username (user ID), password, server name, etc. beforehand for the email account. In Home Screen, (Email) Email list opens. Settings A window for adding an account appears the first time only.
  • Page 87 Creating/Sending Email Opening New Email When new email arrives, appears in Status Bar. In Home Screen, (Email) Drag Status Bar down to open Notifications Window Email list opens. Notifications Window opens. Tap new email Mail composition window opens. The new received email message opens. Enter recipients/subject/mail text SEND ・For two or more new email messages, email list opens.
  • Page 88 Opening Email Deleting an Account In Home Screen, (Email) In Home Screen, (Email) Email list opens. Email list opens. Tap target mail Settings Email message opens. Tap the account to delete Delete account Operations when Opening Email Resetting Mail as Unread Touch &...
  • Page 89: Using Chrome

    Using Chrome Chrome Operations Use the browser simply by entering search words and URLs. My SoftBank Sign-in In My SoftBank, check your charges or points, change SSL/TLS subscriptions or mail address, or set spam countermeasure. In Chrome, Bookmarks MySoftBank SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) and TLS (Transport Layer Follow onscreen instructions Security) are protocols for encrypting sent/received data.
  • Page 90: Adding Bookmarks

    Adding Bookmarks Showing Browsed History In Home Screen, (Google) (Chrome) In Home Screen, (Google) (Chrome) Chrome opens. Chrome opens. Show Web page to add History Add bookmark window opens. History opens. Tap target history Check/change name, URL, etc. Save Web page opens. Current Web page is added to Bookmarks.
  • Page 91 Opening New Tabs Setting Chrome Open several tabs to switch between Web pages easily. Make various settings for Chrome. In Home Screen, (Google) (Chrome) In Home Screen, (Google) (Chrome) Chrome opens. Chrome opens. New tab Settings Set items New tab appears. Setting is complete.
  • Page 93: Camera

    Camera Capturing Still Images/Videos......... 92 Viewing Captured Still Images/Videos (Album)....94 Editing Captured Still Images (Album)......95 Sharing Still Images and Videos........97 Making Camera Settings..........98...
  • Page 94: Capturing Still Images/Videos

    Capturing Still Images/Videos Camera Cautions All captured still images are saved to handset memory or Capturing Still Images/Videos SD Card. Insert SD Card before using Camera. If handset temperature rises, Camera may not activate or File Format for Still Images may stop operation.
  • Page 95: Capturing Videos

    Capturing Videos Aim Camera at subject Check Viewfinder, then (Long Press) Shutter clicks and still image is saved. Capturing Operations (Still Images) Viewfinder appears. Using Zoom ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. ・ Alternatively, Tap in Home Screen, and Tap Press Volume Key (Camera) to activate Camera.
  • Page 96: Viewing Captured Still Images/Videos (Album)

    Viewing Captured Still Images/ Videos (Album) Capturing with Camera Key Use Camera Key when Capturing mode is set to "Manual," "4K video" or "Timeshift video." Showing Still Images/Videos (Long Press) Tap icon to select Capturing mode When "Manual" is set, Tap to show Viewfinder Show captured or downloaded still images/videos.
  • Page 97: Editing Captured Still Images (Album)

    Editing Captured Still Images Operations when Viewing Still Images/ (Album) Videos Zooming In or Out Still Image Rotating Still Images Tap Display twice or pinch to check a still image Playing Burst with longpress Files in Slideshow In Home Screen, (Album) In still image playback, Still image/video list opens.
  • Page 98 Trimming Still Images SAVE Operation using Photo editor application is explained here. Cropped still image is saved as a separate file. In Home Screen, (Album) Still image/video list opens. Tap still image Still image playback appears. In still image playback, Tap a screen Crop Cropping window opens.
  • Page 99: Sharing Still Images And Videos

    Sharing Still Images and Videos Sending Still Images or Videos Using Bluetooth ® Album lets you send still images and videos using email or multimedia messages. You can also send them to a PC or You can select several still images, videos, or both and send another phone using Bluetooth ®...
  • Page 100: Making Camera Settings

    Up to three Xperia™ devices including yours are Record conversation or sound with still Sound connectable in "Multi camera." If you connect a Sony Wi- images. Photo Fi/NFC compatible camera, your Xperia™ and only one Sony Capture with virtual objects to make still camera can be connected.
  • Page 101 Setting Camera Functioning Sweep Panorama Main setting items are as follows. Capture in landscape view using "Sweep Panorama." Moving objects or background are not suitable for Sweep ・Setting items vary by Capturing mode or Viewfinder. Panorama capturing. ・Some settings cannot be made with other items at the same Uncaptured portions are recorded in gray.
  • Page 102 Set to camera shake reduction. For Image capturing videos, "Intelligent active" is stabilizer/ Tap " "/" "/" " tab available; it reduces camera shake when SteadyShot™ zooming or while walking. Soft skin effect (Front Set skin tone effect. camera only) Preview Set preview time after capturing.
  • Page 103 Capturing Using Smile Shutter Capture a smiling face. In Viewfinder, " "/" " tab Smile Shutter Smile Shutter (video) Select a smile level Aim Camera at subject Camera captures automatically when focused face smiles...
  • Page 105: Full Seg/One Seg

    Full Seg/One Seg Viewing TV (Full Seg/One Seg)........104 Recording/Playing Back Programs......... 107 Recording/Viewing at Preset Times......109...
  • Page 106: Viewing Tv (Full Seg/One Seg)

    Viewing TV (Full Seg/One Seg) Connect commercially available headphones plug to TV Antenna Both Full Seg and One Seg are available (only in Japan). Cable Connect TV Antenna Cable plug to Headphone Port Hints Cannot launch TV Battery may be low. Handset needs to be charged. Cannot view TV Check signal reception.
  • Page 107 Setting Channels (Using for First Time) Viewing TV In Home Screen, (TV) In Home Screen, (TV) Select area (Area) opens. TV screen appears. ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. Flick screen left/right and select channel Tap Area Tap Prefecture Tap Locality...
  • Page 108 TV Screen Layout Saving Channel to Channel List ・Tap image on TV screen to show/hide indicators. In TV screen, Touch & Hold image Touch & Hold channel to save ・ To overwrite, Tap Overwrite registered channel Ending TV In TV screen, Checking Program Information Currently Viewed In TV screen, Program...
  • Page 109: Recording/Playing Back Programs

    Recording/Playing Back Programs Deleting a Channel Record programs on SD Card and play them back later. In TV screen, Touch & Hold image Touch & Hold channel Delete channel Record/Playback Cautions Recording Making Subtitles/Sound Settings Note the following when recording. In TV screen, Subtitle/Sound/Video setting ・Recorded videos are saved on SD Card.
  • Page 110 Playing Back Recorded Programs Playback Screen Layout ・To show playback controller, Tap image while a recorded program is playing. In Home Screen, (TV) Skip (rewinding 15 seconds) TV screen appears. Rewind (switch to 2x, 10x, 30x and 120x for every Tap) ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.
  • Page 111: Recording/Viewing At Preset Times

    Recording/Viewing at Preset Times From Program guide Viewing reservation Recording reservation Scheduling Recording/Viewing In Home Screen, (TV) Reservation setting screen opens. ・ When Tapping From Program guide , follow onscreen instructions. TV screen appears. ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. Set items Save Reserve Recording/Viewing...
  • Page 112 Checking Scheduling Deleting Failed Reservation In Reserve recording/viewing list, Failed Reservation List Touch & Hold Failed Reservation In Home Screen, (TV) Delete Setting Reservation Notice In Reserve recording/viewing list, Reservation notice Follow onscreen instructions TV screen appears. ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. Reserve Recording/Viewing Reserve recording/viewing list opens.
  • Page 113: Useful Functions

    Useful Functions Using Urgent News............112 Using Google Maps............113 Using Hangouts............... 114 Using Google Search............115 Using Calculator............. 116 Using Calendar..............116 Using Alarm & Clock............118 Using Twitter..............120 Using Facebook............... 121 Using YouTube..............121 Listening to Music (Music)..........122 Using PC Files..............122 Using NFC/Osaifu-Keitai ..........
  • Page 114: Using Urgent News

    Using Urgent News Tap the Urgent News notification View received "Earthquake Early Warning" or "Tsunami Warning" distributed by the Meteorological Agency, and "Disaster and Refuge Information" issued by national or local authorities (receive setting is enabled at time of purchase). Disabling Urgent News In Received message list, Receive settings...
  • Page 115: Using Google Maps

    Using Google Maps Obtaining Useful Area Information for Current Features available with Google Maps include maps of current Location location, routes to destinations, and views of traffic In map, Explore nearby Tap information to conditions and aerial views. obtain Tap target information Viewing Maps of Specified Places Viewing Traffic Jam Information, Aerial Photos, Etc.
  • Page 116: Using Hangouts

    Using Hangouts Ending a Video Chat Hangouts is Google's instant messaging service. Use to In video chat window, communicate with other Hangouts users, and also use video calling. Log in to your Google account beforehand. Disabling Chat History Using Hangouts In chat window, Turn history off Deleting Chat...
  • Page 117: Using Google Search

    Using Google Search Canceling Google Now Search information saved on handset and in handset In search window, or Flick right from the left end of applications as well as on the Internet. screen Settings Now cards Show cards TURN OFF Searching In Home Screen, (Google)
  • Page 118: Using Calculator

    Using Calculator Using Calendar Use Calendar to manage a schedule. Sync handset Calendar Using Calculator with Google Calendar online. Log in to a Google account beforehand. Calendar Operations In Home Screen, (Calculator) Viewing Today's Calendar In Calendar, Changing Calendar View Flick right from the left end of Calendar Year Month...
  • Page 119 Syncing Calendar In Home Screen, (Calendar) Add event window opens. Calendar appears. Enter title, start date/time, end date/time, etc. SAVE Flick right from the left end of Calendar Tap sync item ( Event is added. Checking Events Sync setting is changed. In Home Screen, (Calendar) Calendar appears.
  • Page 120: Using Alarm & Clock

    Using Alarm & Clock Alarm Operations Set and use alarms, world clock, stopwatch and timer. Viewing Desk Clock In alarm screen, Desk clock Setting Alarms Deleting Alarms ・Set alarm. Settings can be made for the following items. In alarm screen, Delete alarms Tap target Item...
  • Page 121: Using Stopwatch

    Using World Clock Using Stopwatch In Home Screen, (Alarm & clock) (World In Home Screen, (Alarm & clock) clock) (Stopwatch) World clock appears. Stopwatch appears. START City list opens. Timing starts. Tap city to add STOP City is added to world clock screen. Time opens.
  • Page 122: Using Twitter

    Using Twitter Using Timer Tweet (post messages) and view other people's tweets on Twitter. Login may be required to use Twitter. For details on Twitter, visit the Twitter website (https://twitter.com/). In Home Screen, (Alarm & clock) (Timer) Tweeting on Twitter In Home Screen, (Twitter) Timer appears.
  • Page 123: Using Facebook

    Using Facebook Using YouTube Exchange recent happenings with friends or browse View a variety of video contents uploaded to YouTube, and information about companies, organizations, etc. For details upload videos from handset. on Facebook, visit the Facebook website (https://ja- jp.facebook.com/). Viewing Videos Adding to Facebook In Home Screen,...
  • Page 124: Listening To Music (Music)

    Listening to Music (Music) Using PC Files Create/view/edit documents, spreadsheets, and slides. View Playing Music and edit files created in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel ® ® PowerPoint ® Play back music, playlists, etc. Supported file formats are as follow. Creating Document ・WAV (PCM, G.711) (.wav), AAC (.3gp, .m4a, .mp4), AAC+ ・Document screen is used as an example.
  • Page 125: Using Nfc/Osaifu-Keitai

    Using NFC/Osaifu-Keitai ® Viewing Documents Use handset with internal IC card as money, coupon, or ticket. Document screen is used as an example. Transfer data with NFC device, using Android Beam. NFC/Osaifu-Keitai ® In Home Screen, (ツール) (OfficeSuite) Osaifu-Keitai ® Osaifu-Keitai is the general term for services such as ®...
  • Page 126 Preparing to Use NFC In Home Screen, (Osaifu-Keitai) In Home Screen, (Settings) More Osaifu-Keitai appears. ® ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. NFC / Osaifu-Keitai settings Tap service to use NFC/Osaifu-Keitai settings open. ® My Service screen appears. ・Follow onscreen instructions. Reader/Writer,P2P Preparing NFC is complete.
  • Page 127 Sending/Receiving Data via Android Prohibiting Use of NFC/Osaifu-Keitai ® Beam Send/receive data to/from a device with NFC. In Home Screen, (Settings) More ・Some applications cannot use Android Beam. ・Handset cannot communicate with all NFC devices. While showing data to send on the sender's handset, face the marks on both devices parallel to one another NFC / Osaifu-Keitai settings "Touch to beam"...
  • Page 128: Using Downloads

    Using Downloads Disabling Android Beam In NFC/Osaifu-Keitai settings screen, Android Beam ® Managing Downloaded Files View downloaded file list using Chrome. Android Beam is disabled. ・ To enable Android Beam, Android Beam In Home Screen, (ツール) (Downloads) Setting Remote Lock via Mail Set to lock NFC/Osaifu-Keitai via mail when handset is ®...
  • Page 129: Using Drive

    Using Drive Using Play Books Saving/Sharing Files Reading Favorite e-Book Save or share files in "Google Drive," Google's online storage Download/purchase new or best-selling e-books from Google service. Play. In Home Screen, (Google) (Drive) In Home Screen, (Google) (Play Books) Drive window appears.
  • Page 130: Using Play Movies & Tv

    Using Play Movies & TV Using Play Games Viewing Movies/TV Programs Playing Games Download/purchase movies or TV programs from Google Play. Download/purchase games from Google Play. In Home Screen, (Google) (Play Movies & TV) In Home Screen, (Google) (Play Games) Play Movies &...
  • Page 131: Using Google

    Using Google+ Using Google Settings Sharing Daily Events Setting Google Apps Use Google's social service. Make Google's service settings. In Home Screen, (Google) (Google+) In Home Screen, (Google Settings) Google+ window appears. Google Settings window appears. ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.
  • Page 133: Connectivity

    Connectivity Connecting to PC via USB..........132 Connecting via Wi-Fi............132 Using Tethering.............. 137 Using Bluetooth Function..........138 ® Using DLNA Function............. 141...
  • Page 134: Connecting To Pc Via Usb

    Connecting to PC via USB Connecting via Wi-Fi Connect handset to a PC via Micro USB Cable and use handset Handset supports Wi-Fi (wireless LAN). Access the Internet memory and data in SD Card from the PC. via a household Wi-Fi connection environment. For Wi-Fi router (manufactured by FON) users, see "Fonルーター...
  • Page 135: Installing Certificates

    Wi-Fi and Mobile Data Traffic Setting Passpoint Networks Mobile data traffic is available even when Wi-Fi is on. In Wi-Fi settings, Advanced Passpoint networks Enter passpoint network setting SAVE Wi-Fi Operations ・Setting is available when Wi-Fi is ON. Enabling Notification when Open Network Is Available Checking MAC Address In Wi-Fi settings,...
  • Page 136 Selecting a Network Connection Tap Wi-Fi network Enter password CONNECT Select a scanned Wi-Fi network and connect. 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.).
  • Page 137 Making Settings Manually for Connecting Enter Wi-Fi network setting SAVE In Home Screen, (Settings) Handset is connected. ・Entering a password is not required if an access point is not security protected. Disconnecting Wi-Fi Wi-Fi In Home Screen, (Settings) Wi-Fi settings open. Wi-Fi Tap connected access point Wi-Fi is enabled (...
  • Page 138 Using Wi-Fi Direct Wi-Fi Direct Use Wi-Fi Direct to connect to other Wi-Fi Direct devices simply via Wi-Fi, without an access point or via the Internet. In Home Screen, (Settings) Wi-Fi Direct settings open. ・Nearby Wi-Fi Direct devices appear in "Peer devices." ・...
  • Page 139: Using Tethering

    Using Tethering Using Wi-Fi Tethering Tethering In Home Screen, (ツール) (Tethering) Use handset like a Wi-Fi router to access the Internet from a PC or game devices. ・Requires separate subscription. ・Use after confirming that handset is updated to the latest software.
  • Page 140: Using Bluetooth ® Function

    Using Bluetooth Function ® Enabling Bluetooth Function ® Connect to a Bluetooth -capable wireless phone, etc. for calls ® ・Wireless connection to all Bluetooth functions is not ® or to a hands-free device such as a headset. guaranteed for handset. ・Handset may not connect properly depending on the other Hints device.
  • Page 141 Pairing/Connecting Bluetooth Devices Connecting to Paired Bluetooth ® ® Devices Search for and pair nearby Bluetooth devices. Paired ® Bluetooth devices can be connected simply. ® ・Enable the Bluetooth function on the Bluetooth devices ® ® In Home Screen, (Settings) being paired beforehand.
  • Page 142 Sending Data by Bluetooth ® Searching for Other Devices Contacts data is described as an example. In Bluetooth settings, Refresh ® ・Available when Bluetooth function is on. ® In Home Screen, (Contacts) Changing Handset Name Appearing on Other Device In Bluetooth settings, Rename this device ®...
  • Page 143: Using Dlna Function

    Using DLNA Function Receiving Data by Bluetooth ® Use Wi-Fi transfers to share still image, video, and other files appears in Status Bar for a data request from another between handset and external devices. Connect to the same device. Follow steps below for other device to receive data. Wi-Fi network with DLNA device beforehand.
  • Page 144 Playing Media Files in the DLNA Device on Handset Connect to handset with an application on DLNA device Play media files in the DLNA device on handset. Operation Access request for media server is notified to handset. using "Music" application is explained here. In Media server settings, Tap pending DLNA device In Home Screen, (Music)
  • Page 145 Playing Media Files in Handset on DLNA Device Play media files in handset on DLNA device using Throw function. Operation using "Album" application is explained here. In Home Screen, (Album) Still image/video list opens. ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. ・...
  • Page 147: Global Services

    Global Services Before Using Handset Abroad........146 Making Calls while Abroad..........148...
  • Page 148: Before Using Handset Abroad

    Before Using Handset Abroad Tap a network mode Handset supports global travel. Use handset's phone number as it is abroad. Setting the Communications Method Select a communications method for an overseas carrier as needed. The communication's method is set. In Home Screen, (Settings) ・...
  • Page 149 Setting the Carrier Tap network to connect to At time of purchase, handset is preset to connect automatically to an appropriate carrier in user's current area. The selected carrier is set. A specific carrier can also be selected manually. ・ In Service providers screen, Tap Search mode Automatic to connect automatically to an appropriate...
  • Page 150: Making Calls While Abroad

    Making Calls while Abroad Changing Setting of Data Roaming Carry "世界対応ケータイ海外ご利用ガイド" overseas. Switch data communication setting abroad. International Calls to Japan and Other Countries from Abroad In Home Screen, (Settings) In Home Screen, (Phone) More Call screen appears. Mobile networks Call window opens.
  • Page 151 Calls to Landline Phones/Cell Phones in Country of Stay Place calls the same way you would within Japan. Handset dials number. Call begins when other party answers. ・Do not enter country code or omit first 0 from phone numbers. In Home Screen, (Phone) Call screen appears.
  • Page 153: Handset Settings

    Handset Settings Handset Settings............152 Wi-Fi................153 Bluetooth.................154 Data usage..............154 Xperia™ Connectivity.............155 More................. 156 Personalization............... 157 Home................158 Display................159 Sound & notification............160 Storage................161 Power management............162 Apps................. 162 Tap & pay............... 163 Location................163 Security................164 Accounts................166 Language &...
  • Page 154: Handset Settings

    Handset Settings In Home Screen, (Settings) Handset Settings In Home Screen, (Settings) to customize operation of handset functions. Handset settings include the following items. Item Description Enable Wi-Fi connection. Wi-Fi Handset settings open. For details, see "Connecting via Wi-Fi." Enable Bluetooth connection.
  • Page 155: Wi-Fi

    Wi-Fi 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.
  • Page 156: Bluetooth

    Bluetooth Data usage Bluetooth Data usage Check mobile data traffic and set limit. In Home Screen, (Settings) In Home Screen, (Settings) Bluetooth Data usage Bluetooth settings open. ® Data usage window opens. Data Usage Operations Enabling Mobile Data Traffic In data usage window, Mobile data traffic ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.
  • Page 157: Xperia™ Connectivity

    Xperia™ Connectivity Setting Data Usage Cycle In data usage window, Tap on the right side of Xperia™ Connectivity calculation period for Data usage cycle Change cycle... Flick date up/down to select reset day for Set to connect PC etc. with USB or via Wi-Fi. Settings can be each month made for the following items.
  • Page 158: More

    More Set items More Setting is complete. Set other functions for wireless and networks. Settings can be made for the following items. Item Description Disable all settings that emit signals. Airplane mode Handset remains powered on. For details, see "Using Airplane Mode."...
  • Page 159: Personalization

    Personalization Operations in More Setting Default SMS Application Personalization In More screen, Default SMS app Mail Hangouts Set Themes, Wallpaper, etc. Settings can be made for the Default SMS application is set. following items. Setting VPN Item Description To set VPN access from handset, obtain security Motion Enable handset operation with motion.
  • Page 160: Home

    Home Changing Themes In Personalization screen, Themes Tap theme Home ・ Tap Switch Home application. to download theme. Setting Wallpaper In Home Screen, (Settings) In Personalization screen, Wallpaper Lock screen Home screen Home and lock screen Select Wallpaper type Select image SET WALLPAPER ・If a window for selecting an application appears, follow onscreen instructions.
  • Page 161: Display

    Display Display Display Set brightness etc. Settings can be made for the following items. Item Description Set the screen to show photos and videos vividly and at high resolution. Note Display settings open. that the image quality of still images is enhanced when viewing in the "Album"...
  • Page 162: Sound & Notification

    Sound & notification Sound & notification Sound & notification Set ringtone, touch sounds, etc. Settings can be made for the following items. Item Description Audio settings Make settings for sound. Accessory Set sound quality etc. when connecting Sound & notification settings open. settings accessories.
  • Page 163: Storage

    Storage Check/Tap items Storage Check handset and SD Card memory space. Check handset and SD Card memory space. Also, perform SD USB Storage Operations Card mount and erase SD Card data. Settings can be made for the following items. Connecting USB Storage Item Description Insert Micro USB Plug of USB storage straight into...
  • Page 164: Power Management

    Power management Apps Power management Apps Set power saving items and check battery usage. Settings and Check installed and running applications. Items that can be viewing can be made for the following items. checked are the following. Item Description Item Description Restrict functions of specific applications DOWNLOADED...
  • Page 165: Tap & Pay

    Tap & pay Location Tap & pay Handset has a GPS receiver that uses satellite signals Manage billing information on cloud and handset with to calculate your location. Some GPS features use the supported application. Internet. ・When GPS function is used to find your location, make sure there is a clear view of the sky.
  • Page 166: Security

    Security Recent Show applications to recently used location location. requests Security Location Enable applications to use location. services Set security functions such as Screen lock, SIM card lock, etc. Settings can be made for the following items. ・Shown items depend on the setting for "Screen lock." In Home Screen, (Settings) Item...
  • Page 167 Unlocking Screen with PIN In Home Screen, (Settings) In security settings, Screen lock Enter New PIN CONTINUE Enter new PIN again Select notification method DONE ・If method for unlocking screen is setting other than None Swipe before changing setting, first Tap Screen lock and unlock screen.
  • Page 168: Accounts

    Accounts 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...
  • Page 169: Language & Input

    Language & input Set items Language & input Setting is complete. Set functions for language and text entry. Settings can be Language & Input Operations made for the following items. Setting the Display Language Item Description Language Set the shown language. In Language &...
  • Page 170: Backup & Reset

    Backup & reset Operations in Backup & Reset Backing Up Data Backup & reset In Backup & reset screen, Back up my data ・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions. Make settings for backing up information and initializing data. ・ Tap Back up my data to toggle on ( )/off (...
  • Page 171: Setup Guide

    Setup guide Date & time Setup guide Date & time Make initial settings on functions, services, etc. Set functions for date and time. Settings can be made for the following items. Item Description In Home Screen, (Settings) Enable adjustment of date and time Automatic automatically by using network-provided date &...
  • Page 172: Accessibility

    Accessibility Accessibility Accessibility Set functions for text-to-speech, touch operation guidance, etc. Settings can be made for the following items. Item Description TalkBack Set Accessibility service (TalkBack). Enable key assignment for handset Switch Access Accessibility settings open. operations. Captions Set captions, language, text size, etc. Magnification Enable zooming in/out by Triple-Tapping Set items...
  • Page 173: Printing

    Printing About phone Printing About phone Set Cloud Print, etc. Check handset status. Items that can be checked/set are the following. Item Description Item Description Set Google Cloud Print to use printers of your home or office for printing from System Make settings for carriers and Software Cloud Print...
  • Page 175: For Assistance

    For Assistance Saving Data..............174 Backing up & Restoring..........174 Troubleshooting.............. 175 Specifications..............176 Warranty & After-Sales Service........176 Customer Service............177...
  • Page 176: Saving Data

    Saving Data Backing up & Restoring Saving Destination Backing up & Restoring ・Save data to handset memory or SD Card. For details on The methods of backing up/restoring are the following. inserting/removing SD Card, see "Internal Memory and SD Card." Method Description ・Saving destination when creating data can be changed on...
  • Page 177: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Battery level goes down quickly Are you where signal is weak or have been out of Check Here First service area for a long period? Calling where signal is weak or being out of service area uses a lot of Check the following Q &...
  • Page 178: Specifications

    Specifications Warranty & After-Sales Service Handset Warranty Handset purchase includes Warranty. Item Description ・Confirm shop name and purchase date. Dimensions (W Approx. 72 × 146 × 6.9 mm ・Read contents of Warranty and keep it in a safe place. x H x D) ・The warranty period is found in the Warranty.
  • Page 179: Customer Service

    Customer Service For SoftBank handset or service information, call General Information. For repairs, call Customer Assistance. SoftBank Customer Support General Information From a SoftBank handset, dial toll free at 157 From a landline/IP phone, dial toll free at 0800-919-0157 Customer Assistance (Repairs/Lost Handsets) From a SoftBank handset, dial toll free at 113 From a landline/IP phone, dial toll free at...
  • Page 181: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Safety Precautions............180 Important Product Information........187 Bluetooth /Wi-Fi (WLAN)..........188 ® Waterproofing/Dustproofing......... 190 End User License Agreement......... 192 Export Controls and Regulations........192 Intellectual Property Rights..........193 RF Exposure Information/Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Information..............195 Declaration of Conformity for 402SO......196 VCCI..................197...
  • Page 182: Safety Precautions

    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.
  • Page 183 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.
  • Page 184 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.
  • Page 185 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.
  • Page 186 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.
  • Page 187 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.
  • Page 188 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.
  • Page 189: Important Product Information

    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.
  • Page 190: Bluetooth ® /Wi-Fi (Wlan)

    Bluetooth /Wi-Fi (WLAN) ® Technical Conformity Handset is certified as wireless equipment for low power Frequencies electric data communication based on the Radio Law. No license is required for using handset as the wireless radio station. However, disassembling/modifying handset may be Frequency band used by handset Bluetooth /Wi-Fi (WLAN) ®...
  • Page 191: Bluetooth Devices

    Wi-Fi (WLAN) Notes on Using 5 GHz Devices ・Wi-Fi (WLAN) uses radio waves to exchange information In 5 GHz frequency bandwidth, handset can use following and LAN connection is freely established within an area bands: where the radio wave reaches. Meanwhile, if no security is ・5.2 GHz band (W52/36, 40, 44, 48 ch) set, Wi-Fi communications may be intercepted or hacked ・5.3 GHz band (W53/52, 56, 60, 64 ch)
  • Page 192: Waterproofing/Dustproofing

    Waterproofing/Dustproofing Precautions Handset complies with IPX5 , IPX8 waterproof standards and Do not perform the following actions. IP6X dustproof standard with SIM Card/SD Card Slot Cover -Washing with Soap/Detergent/Bath powder firmly closed. -Washing using brush/sponge 1 Protection against water jet (at 12.5 L/min. from every -Machine-washing direction from a distance of approximately 3 m for over 3 -Applying strong water flow...
  • Page 193 Draining Charging When handset gets wet, remaining water may flow out after Check the following while and after charging. wiping it off. Drain as shown. ・While charging, check that handset is not wet. Never charge while handset is wet. ・Packaged accessories are not waterproof/dustproof. Wipe off moisture on handset surface and back side with dry, ・Never connect Micro USB plug when handset or charger is wet.
  • Page 194: End User License Agreement

    Japan. Sony Mobile grants you a non-exclusive limited license to use In addition, the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) of the Software solely in conjunction with the Device on which it the United States may be applicable.
  • Page 195: Intellectual Property Rights

    Disney. ・"Bluetooth " is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG. ® Inc., and Sony Mobile Communications is licensed to use them. ・Wi-Fi Protected Setup, Wi-Fi Protected Setup logo, WPA, Wi-Fi Direct and Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Miracast are trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance.
  • Page 196 ® that support ANT+™ sport, fitness, and health devices. by Sony Corporation and it is a registered trademark or For information about ANT+™ compatible products, go to trademark in Japan and other countries. www.thisisant.com/directory (http://www.thisisant.com/ ・POBox and POBox logo are registered trademarks of Sony...
  • Page 197: Rf Exposure Information/Specific Absorption Rate (Sar) Information

    RF Exposure Information/Specific http://www.tele.soumu.go.jp/e/sys/ele/body/index.htm ・Association of Radio Industries and Businesses (ARIB) Absorption Rate (SAR) Information http://www.arib-emf.org/index02.html (Japanese)   This mobile phone 402SO is confirmed to comply with Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) for This guidelines relating to effects of radio wave exposure as Product (for Japan) set forth by the Council of Europe (CE) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
  • Page 198: Declaration Of Conformity For 402So

    Declaration of Conformity for FCC RF Exposure Information 402SO Your handset is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Declaration of Conformity for 402SO Communications Commission of the U.S.
  • Page 199: Vcci

    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.
  • Page 201 A About phone..............171 About the User Guide............3 Accessibility..............170 Accessing Instructions on Handset........3 Accounts................166 Activating/Canceling Recently-Used Applications..37 Airplane Mode..............21 Applications...............17 Xperia™ Z4 User Guide Index Apps................. 162 B Backing up & Restoring..........174 Backing Up Contacts............60 Backup &...
  • Page 202 Importing Contacts............60 Silent Mode............... 21 Initial Settings..............13 SIM Card................7 Intellectual Property Rights..........193 SIM PIN................29 Internal Memory and SD Card..........9 S! Mail Initial Setup............62 S! Mail/SMS Settings............78 Sound & notification............160 L Specifications..............176 Status Bar................. 35 Language & input............167 Storage................
  • Page 203 W Warranty & After-Sales Service........176 Waterproofing/Dustproofing......... 190 Wi-Fi................153 X Xperia™ Connectivity.............155...
  • Page 206 Xperia™ Z4 User Guide July 2015, First Edition SoftBank Corp. Visit SoftBank Shop for assistance Model : Xperia™ Z4 Manufacturer : Sony Mobile Communications Inc.

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