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Xperia XZ2 Compact
H8314/H8324

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  • Page 1 User guide Xperia XZ2 Compact H8314/H8324...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Getting started................6 About this User guide...............6 Overview................... 7 Assembly – Single SIM..............8 Assembly – Dual SIM.................9 Screen protection................9 Starting your device for the first time..........9 Why do I need a Google account?..........10 Device security................12 Making sure your device is protected..........12 Screen lock..................12 Unlocking your device automatically..........13 Fingerprint Manager................13...
  • Page 3 Storage and memory..............42 Backing up and restoring content..........43 Downloading applications............47 Downloading applications from Google Play........ 47 Downloading applications from other sources......47 Internet and networks..............48 Browsing the web................48 Internet and MMS settings ............48 Wi-Fi....................49 Sharing your mobile data connection..........51 Controlling data usage..............53 Selecting a SIM card for data traffic..........53 Selecting mobile networks.............
  • Page 4 Backing up contacts................74 Messaging and chat..............76 Reading and sending messages............ 76 Messaging settings................. 77 Video chat..................78 Setting up email................78 Music....................79 Transferring music to your device..........79 Listening to music................79 Camera..................82 Getting to know your camera............82 Exposure, colour and light conditions..........85 Setting the right focus..............
  • Page 5 TalkBack..................111 Mono audio..................112 Switch Access................. 112 Support and legal...............113 Support application................113 Restarting, resetting and repairing..........113 Warranty, SAR and usage guidelines..........114 Legal information................114...
  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Getting started About this User guide This is the Xperia XZ2 Compact User guide for the Android™ 8.0 software version. If you're not sure which software version your device is running, you can check it in the Settings menu. System and application updates can present the features in your device in another way than described in this User guide.
  • Page 7: Overview

    Overview This is an internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
  • Page 8: Assembly - Single Sim

    1. Charging/Notification light 12. Sub cellular antenna area 2. Second microphone 13. Flash LED 3. Proximity/Light sensor 14. Laser AF sensor 4. Ear speaker/Second loudspeaker 15. Main camera 5. Front camera 16. Wi-Fi/Bluetooth® antenna area 6. Volume/Zoom key 17. RGBC IR sensor 7.
  • Page 9: Assembly - Dual Sim

    Assembly – Dual SIM Your device only supports nano SIM cards. Dual SIM devices support the use of either two nano SIM cards or a nano SIM card and a memory card. Dual SIM devices are not available in all markets or from all operators. For information on how to check if your device is Single SIM or Dual SIM, see Finding the IMEI number(s) of your device on page 15.
  • Page 10: Why Do I Need A Google Account

    It may take a while for the device to shut down. Why do I need a Google account? Your Xperia device from Sony runs on the Android platform developed by Google. A range of Google applications and services is available on your device when you purchase it, for example, Gmail™, Google Maps™, YouTube™...
  • Page 11 To remove a Google account Find and tap Settings > Users & accounts. Select the Google account that you want to remove. Tap REMOVE ACCOUNT. Tap REMOVE ACCOUNT again to confirm. If you remove your Google account, any security features that are linked to your Google account will no longer be available.
  • Page 12: Device Security

    Device security Making sure your device is protected Your device includes security options, strongly recommended in case of loss or theft. When using a security option to protect your device, it is crucial to remember the details provided at set up. Screen lock Set a secure screen lock on your device using a PIN, password, pattern or fingerprint to prevent others from using your device without permission.
  • Page 13: Unlocking Your Device Automatically

    Fingerprints need to be registered with Fingerprint Manager before use. To Notifications on page 30. configure the notifications on the lock screen, see To create or change a screen lock It is very important that you remember your screen lock when using a pattern, PIN or password.
  • Page 14: Sim Card Protection

    To register additional fingerprints Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Fingerprint Manager. Confirm your pattern, PIN or password. Tap Add fingerprint, then follow the on-screen instructions. To delete a registered fingerprint Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Fingerprint Manager. Confirm your pattern, PIN or password.
  • Page 15: Finding The Imei Number(S) Of Your Device

    To enable or disable the use of two SIM cards Find and tap Settings > Network & Internet > Dual SIM. Tap the SIM1 and SIM2 sliders to enable or disable the SIM cards. To rename a SIM card Find and tap Settings > Network & Internet > Dual SIM. Select a SIM card and enter a new name for it.
  • Page 16: Finding, Locking Or Erasing A Lost Device

    Finding, locking or erasing a lost device Google offers a location and security web service called Find my device. After you have signed in to a Google account, Find my device is turned on by default. If you lose your device, you can use Find my device to: •...
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  • Page 18: Learning The Basics

    Learning the basics Using the touchscreen Tapping • Open or select an item. • Mark or unmark a checkbox or option. • Enter text using the on-screen keyboard. This is an internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
  • Page 19 Touching and holding • Move an item. • Activate an item-specific menu. • Activate selection mode, for example, to select several items from a list. Pinching in and out • Pinch in and out on web pages, photos and maps, and when you’re taking photos or shooting videos.
  • Page 20 Swiping • Scroll up or down a list. • Scroll left or right, for example, between Home screen panes. • Swipe left or right to reveal more options. Flicking • Scroll quickly, for example, in a list or on a web page. You can stop the scrolling movement by tapping the screen.
  • Page 21: Turning The Screen On Or Off

    Turning the screen on or off When your device is on and left idle for a set period of time, the screen dims and turns off to save battery power. You can change how long your screen stays active before it turns off. When your screen is turned off, your device can be locked or unlocked, depending on your screen lock setting.
  • Page 22 Welcome to Xperia widget — Tap to open the widget and select a task such as copying content from your old device or setting up Xperia services Dots — Represents the number of Home screen panes To go to the Home screen •...
  • Page 23: Application Screen

    To set a pane as the main Home screen pane Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates. Flick left or right to browse to the pane that you want to set as your main Home screen pane, then tap When Google Feed is enabled, the left-most pane is reserved for this service and the main Google Feed on...
  • Page 24 To view all applications on the Application screen Flick left or right on the Application screen. You can also search for recently viewed apps by swiping left from the Application screen. To enable or disable the recommended apps listings Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen, then tap Tap the App recommendations slider.
  • Page 25: Shortcuts For Easy Actions

    Shortcuts for easy actions You can access shortcuts directly from your app icons to uninstall downloaded apps or reveal more quick options. For example, long press the Calendar icon to create a new event or set a reminder. All apps have a shortcut to App info, where you can adjust notification settings and permissions.
  • Page 26 Navigating applications overview Clear all – Close all the recently used applications Recently used applications window – Open a recently used application Recent apps key – Open the recently used applications window and the favourites bar Home key – Exit an application and go back to the Home screen Back key –...
  • Page 27 Application 1 2 Split screen border – Drag to resize windows 3 Application 2 4 Split screen key – Select a recently used application 5 Home key – Go back to the Home screen 6 Back key – Go back to the previous screen within an application or close the application Not all applications support split screen mode.
  • Page 28: Widgets

    To adjust the position of the screen To move the screen to the left side or to the right side, tap accordingly. To move the screen upwards or downwards, drag the horizontal stripes at the edge of the resized screen. To resize the screen, drag at the edge of the resized screen.
  • Page 29 Shortcuts and folders overview Access an application using a shortcut Access a folder containing applications To add an application shortcut to your Home screen Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates. In the customisation menu, tap Widgets > Shortcuts. Scroll through the list and select an application.
  • Page 30: Background And Themes

    Background and themes Your device comes with a default background, but you can adapt the Home screen and Lock screen to your own style using wallpapers and themes featuring different colours and patterns. A wallpaper may be used without changing any of the other elements of your Home screen and Lock screen.
  • Page 31 To open or close the Notification panel To open the Notification panel, drag the status bar downwards, or simply double-tap it. To close the Notification panel, drag or flick the panel upwards. After opening the Notification panel, you can access the Quick settings panel by dragging the status bar down again.
  • Page 32 To dismiss a notification from the lock screen • Swipe the notification left or right. To expand a notification on the lock screen • Drag the notification downwards. Not all notifications are expandable. Notification display options on the lock screen Don't show You won't get any notifications on the lock screen.
  • Page 33: Icons In The Status Bar

    To enable or disable the notification light Find and tap Settings > Apps & notifications > Configure notifications. Tap the slider beside Blink light to enable or disable the function. Icons in the status bar Status icons No SIM card Signal strength No signal Roaming...
  • Page 34 To manage status bar icons Find and tap Settings > Display > System icons. Mark the checkboxes for the system icons that you want to appear in the status bar. Notification icons New text message or multimedia message Ongoing call Missed call Call on hold Single SIM device: Call forwarding is turned on...
  • Page 35: Applications Overview

    Applications overview Use the 3D Creator app to scan people and objects with your phone’s camera. Use the Album app to manage, view and edit your photos and videos. Use the Amazon Kindle app to explore, shop and read books on your device.
  • Page 36 View news stories from News Suite. Make phone calls by dialling the number manually or by using the smart dial function. Organise, search or browse through all your photos and videos. Use the Google Play Movies & TV application to watch movies and TV shows purchased or rented on Google Play.
  • Page 37: Battery And Maintenance

    Your device has an embedded, rechargeable battery that can only be replaced by an authorised Sony repair centre. Never try to open or take apart the device yourself. Doing so can cause damage and void your warranty.
  • Page 38: Battery And Power Management

    Connect one end of the USB Type-C cable to the charger (or to the USB port of a computer). Connect the other end of the cable to the USB Type-C port on your device. The notification light illuminates when charging begins. When the device is fully charged, disconnect the cable from your device by pulling it straight outwards.
  • Page 39 Application screen on page 23. • Uninstall applications that you are not using, see • Use a Sony original handsfree device to listen to music. Handsfree devices consume less battery than your device's loudspeakers. • Restart your device every now and then.
  • Page 40: Updating Your Device

    Battery Care Use Battery Care to increase the lifespan of your battery. This feature detects your charging patterns and estimates the start and end time of your regular charging period. The charging rate is controlled so that your battery reaches 100% just before you disconnect the charger.
  • Page 41: Maintenance Using A Computer

    To set up automatic download of system updates Find and tap Settings > System > Software update. , then tap Settings > Auto update system. Select the preferred option. To enable or disable automatic updates for applications Find and tap Settings > System > Software update. , then tap Settings >...
  • Page 42: Storage And Memory

    USB connection mode You can use the Transfer files connection mode for managing files and updating ® ® device software. This USB mode is used with Microsoft Windows computers. Charging is enabled by default. Using the Use device as MIDI mode, your device can function as a MIDI input for musical instrument apps.
  • Page 43: Backing Up And Restoring Content

    • If your device can't read content on the memory card, you may need to format the card. Note that when you format the card, all content is erased. If you are sharing a device with multiple users, you must log in as the owner, that is, the primary user, to be able to perform certain actions, such as transferring data to the memory card and formatting the memory card.
  • Page 44 Backing up data to a computer Use the Xperia Companion software to back up data from your device to a PC or an ® Apple Mac computer. You can back up the following types of data: • Call logs • Text messages •...
  • Page 45 To set up the automatic backup function If you are backing up content to a USB storage device, make sure the storage device is connected to your device using a USB host adapter. If you are backing up to an SD card, make sure that the SD card is mounted properly into your device.
  • Page 46 • Applications • Bookmarks • Wi-Fi networks • Other settings To back up data to a Google account Find and tap Settings > System > Backup. Under Back up to Google Drive, tap Account and choose an account to back up your files to. To enable or disable automatic restore when you reinstall an application Find and tap Settings >...
  • Page 47: Downloading Applications

    Downloading applications Downloading applications from Google Play Google Play is the official online Google store for downloading applications, games, music, movies and books. It includes both free and paid applications. Before you start downloading from Google Play, make sure that you have a working internet connection, preferably over Wi-Fi to limit data traffic charges.
  • Page 48: Internet And Networks

    Internet and networks Browsing the web The Google Chrome web browser for Android devices comes pre-installed in most http://support.google.com/chrome to get more detailed markets. Go to information about how to use this web browser. To browse the web Find and tap If you are using Google Chrome for the first time, select to either sign in to a Google account or browse with Google Chrome anonymously.
  • Page 49: Wi-Fi

    To view downloaded internet and MMS settings Find and tap Settings > Network & Internet > Mobile network. Dual SIM users, select a SIM card. Tap Access point names. To view more details, tap any of the available items. Wi-Fi Use Wi-Fi to surf the internet, download applications, or send and receive emails.
  • Page 50 Increasing Wi-Fi signal strength There are a number of things you can do to improve Wi-Fi reception: • Move your device closer to the Wi-Fi access point. • Move the Wi-Fi access point away from any potential obstructions or interference. •...
  • Page 51: Sharing Your Mobile Data Connection

    To find the MAC address for your device Find and tap Settings > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi. Tap Wi‑Fi preferences > Advanced. The MAC address is displayed in the list. The Wi-Fi Mac address is also displayed under Settings > System > About phone > Status > Wi‑Fi MAC address.
  • Page 52 To share your mobile connection by One-touch portable hotspot Make sure that both devices have the NFC function turned on, and that both screens are active. Find and tap Settings > Network & Internet > Hotspot & tethering. Tap One-touch portable hotspot. Hold the devices together so that the NFC detection areas of each device touch, then tap CONNECT.
  • Page 53: Controlling Data Usage

    Controlling data usage You can keep track of the amount of data transferred to and from your device over your mobile data or Wi-Fi connection during a given period. For example, you can view the amount of data used by individual applications. For data transferred over your mobile data connection, you can also set data usage warnings and limits to avoid additional charges.
  • Page 54: Selecting Mobile Networks

    To change the SIM card used for data traffic Find and tap Settings > Network & Internet > Dual SIM > Mobile data. Select the SIM card that you want to use for data traffic. For higher data speeds, select the SIM card that supports the fastest mobile network, for example, 3G.
  • Page 55: Synchronising Data On Your Device

    Synchronising data on your device Synchronising with online accounts Synchronise your device with contacts, email, calendar events and other information from online accounts, for example, email accounts such as Gmail™ and Exchange ActiveSync, Facebook™ and Flickr™. You can synchronise data automatically for such accounts by activating the auto-sync function, or you can synchronise each account manually.
  • Page 56 To remove an EAS account Find and tap Settings > Users & accounts. Select the EAS account that you want to remove. Tap Remove account. Tap Remove account again to confirm. This is an internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.
  • Page 57: Basic Settings

    Basic settings Accessing settings View and change settings for your device from the Settings menu. The Settings menu is accessible from both the Application screen and the Quick settings panel. To open the device settings menu from the Application screen •...
  • Page 58: Silence Your Device With Do Not Disturb

    To activate vibration or Do not disturb mode Press and hold the volume key down until appears to activate vibrate mode. Release the volume key and press it down again to activate Do not disturb mode. To activate sound with vibration for incoming calls Find and tap Settings >...
  • Page 59: Screen Settings

    Limitation levels Total silence All vibrations and all ring, media and alarm sounds are turned off. Alarms only The ring sound is turned off. Alarm and media sounds are still on. Priority only You only receive the notifications and calls you have selected. Alarm and media sounds are still on.
  • Page 60: Screen Pinning

    Touch block Prevent unintentional operations while your device is in a pocket or a bag. Tap the Disable touchscreen with screen off slider to enable or disable. Colour gamut and contrast Enhance the quality of photos and videos when viewing them on your device. For example, use Super-vivid mode to make colours appear more vibrant on-screen.
  • Page 61: Application Settings

    To unpin a screen • On the pinned screen, touch and hold until the screen is unpinned. If you selected a security option when you activated the screen pinning function, you have to enter your pattern, PIN or password to unlock the device before the screen can be unpinned.
  • Page 62: Resetting Your Applications

    Application linking Your device can determine the default app to handle a particular web link. This means that if the link is set, you don’t need to select an app each time you open a link. You can change the default app any time you want. To manage app links from the Settings menu Find and tap Settings >...
  • Page 63: Date And Time

    Date and time You can change the date and time on your device. To set the date manually Find and tap Settings > System > Date & time. Disable the Automatic date & time function by tapping the slider. Tap Set date. Flick left or right, or use the arrows to set the desired date.
  • Page 64: Multiple User Accounts

    To upgrade the quality of compressed music files Find and tap Settings > Sound > Audio settings. Enable the DSEE HX function by tapping the slider. This setting is only available for wired headphones that support High-resolution Audio. Multiple user accounts Your device supports multiple user accounts so that different users can log in separately to the device and use it.
  • Page 65 To activate the guest user account Make sure you are logged in as the owner, that is, the user who set up the device for the first time. Drag the status bar downwards using two fingers and tap Tap Add guest. To clear the guest session data Make sure you are logged in to the guest account.
  • Page 66: Typing Text

    Typing text On-screen keyboards There are a number of pre-installed text entry providers on your device. The default text entry provider may depend on the regional or language settings you use. One or more text entry providers might not be available in your region. ®...
  • Page 67: Editing Text

    To enter text using the gesture input function When the on-screen keyboard is displayed, slide your finger from letter to letter to trace the word that you want to write. After you finish entering a word, lift up your finger. A word suggestion appears based on the letters that you have traced.
  • Page 68: Calling

    Calling Making calls You can make a call by dialling a phone number manually, or use the smart dial function to quickly find numbers from your contacts list and call logs. To make a video call, you can use the Duo video chat application on your device. Dual SIM users can set a default SIM card for placing calls, or have the option to select the SIM card each time you place a call.
  • Page 69: Receiving Calls

    To make an international call Find and tap . The call log is displayed. to display the dialpad. Touch and hold 0 until a “+” sign appears. Enter the country code, the area code without the initial zeros, followed by the phone number.
  • Page 70: Smart Call Handling

    Rejecting a call with a text message You can reject a call with a text message, sent automatically to the caller and stored in the Messaging conversation with the contact. You can select from a number of predefined messages available on your device, or you can create a new message.
  • Page 71: Blocking A Number

    To forward calls Find and tap > Settings. Dual SIM users, tap Calling accounts, and select a SIM card. Single SIM users, tap Calls. Tap Call forwarding > Voice, then select an option. Enter the number you want to forward calls to, then tap TURN ON. To turn off call forwarding Find and tap >...
  • Page 72: Contacts

    Contacts Adding and editing contacts You can add, edit or delete contacts on your device and from synchronised accounts. Add contact pictures or set individual ringtones to personalise contacts. You can also edit contact information about yourself. To add a contact Find and tap If you're adding a contact for the first time and have multiple accounts synchronised to your device, select an account.
  • Page 73: Grouping Contacts

    To delete contacts Find and tap Touch and hold the contact that you want to delete. Tap , then tap DELETE. To delete several or all contacts, mark the checkboxes beside the contacts that you want to delete. Tap , then tap DELETE. To edit contact information about yourself Find and tap >...
  • Page 74: Backing Up Contacts

    To turn auto-sync data on or off Find and tap , then tap Settings . Tap Accounts, then tap the Automatically sync data slider to enable or disable the function. Tap OK. You need to be signed in to the relevant sync account before you can sync your contacts with it.
  • Page 75 Find and tap > Settings > Export. Single SIM users, tap Export to SIM card. Dual SIM users, select a SIM card to export to. Tap OK. Select contacts to export, then tap Export. Select an option, then tap OK. To export all contacts to internal storage Find and tap >...
  • Page 76: Messaging And Chat

    Messaging and chat Reading and sending messages The Messages application shows your messages as conversations, which means that all messages to and from a particular person are grouped together. The number of characters that you can send in a single message varies depending on the operator and the language you use.
  • Page 77: Messaging Settings

    To create and send a message Find and tap Enter the recipient’s name or phone number, then select from the suggestions that appear. If the recipient is not listed as a contact, enter the recipient’s number manually. If you want to send a group message, tap to add more recipients.
  • Page 78: Video Chat

    To enable or disable delivery reports for outgoing messages Find and tap , then tap Settings. Dual SIM users, select a SIM card. Single SIM users, tap Advanced. Tap the Get SMS delivery reports slider to enable or disable the function. After delivery reports are turned on, the text “Delivered”...
  • Page 79: Music

    Music Transferring music to your device There are two ways to transfer music from a computer to your device: • Connect your device to a computer using a USB Type-C cable. Select Transfer files on your device and then copy and paste or drag and drop the files using the Managing files using a computer on page 41.
  • Page 80 Repeat the current song or all songs in the play queue Tap to go to the next song, touch and hold to fast-forward the current song Play or pause a song Tap to go to the previous song, touch and hold to rewind the current song Shuffle songs in the play queue Music home screen to open the Music menu...
  • Page 81 To minimise the Music application • When a song is playing, tap to go to the Home screen. The Music application keeps running in the background. To open the Music application when it is playing in the background • While a song is playing in the background, drag the status bar downwards and tap the Music notification.
  • Page 82: Camera

    Camera Getting to know your camera Front camera lens Switch between the front and main camera Select the capturing mode Use the volume keys to zoom in or out Save your location Press the camera key to activate the camera, take photos or record videos Tap the thumbnail to view, share or edit photos and videos Tap the shutter button to take photos or record videos Go back or exit the camera...
  • Page 83 To select a capturing mode • When using the camera, swipe the screen to select from photo, video or Camera apps modes. Capturing modes overview Manual Take photos and manually adjust camera settings Superior auto Take photos with settings automatically optimised Video Record videos Camera apps...
  • Page 84 Self-timer Use the Self-timer to get more time to prepare for a photo. It also helps to keep your device steady and avoid blurred photos. To use the self-timer with the main camera When using the main camera, select a photo capturing mode and tap Tap Self-timer and select the delay time.
  • Page 85: Exposure, Colour And Light Conditions

    To view, share or edit photos and videos When using the camera, tap the thumbnail to open a photo or video. Flick left or right to view your photos and videos. Tap the screen, then tap to edit a photo or video. to share a photo or a video.
  • Page 86 To adjust the colour and brightness When using the camera, tap Tap Colour and brightness. Drag the sliders to adjust the colour and brightness. Press the camera key or tap the shutter button to take a photo or record a video.
  • Page 87 Strong backlight (HDR) In Superior auto and Video modes, strong backlight is automatically adjusted and indicated with . You can adjust for strong backlight manually in Manual mode. To adjust towards a strong backlight When using the camera, tap Tap the HDR slider to enable the function. Close the settings menu.
  • Page 88: Setting The Right Focus

    To adjust the exposure with metering When using the camera, tap Drag the list to view more settings. Tap Metering. Select an exposure option and close the settings menu. The setting is saved. Press the camera key or tap the shutter button to take a photo. This setting is only available in Manual mode for the main camera.
  • Page 89: People, Selfies And Smiling Faces

    To set the focus distance When using the camera, tap Drag the slider to adjust the focus distance. Close the settings menu. The setting is saved. Press the camera key or tap the shutter button to take a photo. This setting is only available in Manual mode for the main camera. People, selfies and smiling faces Faces in focus are indicated with a coloured frame.
  • Page 90: Moving Objects

    To activate the selfie timer with the palm of your hand When using the camera, tap to activate the front camera. Tap Auto-capturing > Hand Shutter and close the settings menu. The setting is saved. Turn your palm with your fingers straight up towards the camera. When the camera detects your hand, the timer starts and a selfie is taken.
  • Page 91 To capture a burst of images When using the camera, tap Drag the list to view more settings. Tap the Burst with camera key slider to enable. Close the settings menu. The setting is saved. Long press the camera key or shutter button to take a burst of images. The number of pictures taken is indicated in the middle of the viewfinder.
  • Page 92: Using Camera Apps

    To record a super slow motion sequence in a video When using the camera, swipe the screen to select to enable slow motion. and drag the list to view more settings. Select Slow motion mode > Super slow motion Close the settings menu.. Press the camera key or tap the shutter button to record a video.
  • Page 93: Resolution And Memory

    To take a photo or record a video with a creative effect When using the camera, swipe the screen to select Swipe to browse filters, or tap a filter to preview the effect. to apply the filter and return to the camera screen. Press the camera key or tap the shutter button to take a photo or record a video.
  • Page 94: Diagnosing Your Camera

    Front camera: 2592×1944 (4:3). 5MP resolution with 4:3 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos that you want to view on non-widescreen displays or print in high resolution. 2592×1458 (16:9). 4MP resolution with 16:9 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos that you want to view on widescreen displays. Video resolution HD refers to High Definition, while fps refers to Frames Per Second.
  • Page 95: Additional Camera Settings

    To run a diagnostics test of your camera Make sure you are connected to the internet. When using the camera, tap Drag the list to view more settings. Tap Help and select Camera, Front camera, Flash or Camera button. Follow the on-screen instructions. Additional camera settings Geotagging You can save your photos and videos with the location where they were taken, this...
  • Page 96 To activate or deactivate previewing When using the camera, tap Drag the list to view more settings. Tap Auto photo preview and select an option. The setting is saved. Previewing settings After you take a photo, a preview appears in the lower right corner of the screen for three seconds before it is saved.
  • Page 97: Photos And Videos In Album

    Photos and videos in Album Viewing photos and videos Use the Album application to view photos and play videos that you’ve taken with your camera, or to view similar content that you've saved to your device. All photos and videos are displayed in a chronologically ordered grid. Album overview Open the Album home screen menu Launch Cast to share media files with another device...
  • Page 98: Album Home Screen Menu

    To zoom a photo • When you are viewing a photo, spread two fingers apart to zoom in, or pinch two fingers together to zoom out. To watch a slideshow of your photos When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then >...
  • Page 99: Sharing And Managing Photos And Videos

    View folders for saved media items View saved videos View your photos on a map or in Globe view View your favourite photos and videos View hidden photos and videos Upload photos and videos to an online service Launch 3D Creator to make 3D scans with your device Launch Movie Creator to view short movies of your photos View photos and videos on other devices in the same network Open the Album settings menu...
  • Page 100: Hiding Photos And Videos

    To work with batches of photos or videos in Album When viewing thumbnails of photos and videos in Album, touch and hold an item until it is highlighted. Tap other items that you want to work with to select them. If you want to select all items, tap , then tap Select all.
  • Page 101: Connectivity

    USB cable. If water is detected on the USB connector, a warning notification appears in the Notification panel. USB host adapters are sold separately. Sony does not guarantee that all USB accessories are supported by your device.
  • Page 102 you must first turn on the NFC function, and the screen of your device must be active and unlocked. The NFC detection area is located on the back of the device. Hold your device close to another device or an NFC reader so that the NFC detection areas touch. NFC may not be available in all countries or regions.
  • Page 103 To share a music file with another device using NFC Make sure that both your device and the receiving device have the NFC function turned on, and that both screens are active and unlocked. To open the Music application, find and tap Select a music category and browse to the track you want to share.
  • Page 104: Bluetooth Wireless Technology

    Connecting to an NFC compatible device You can connect your device to other NFC compatible devices produced by Sony, such as a speaker or a headphone. When establishing this kind of connection, refer to the User guide of the compatible device for more information.
  • Page 105 To pair your device with another Bluetooth device Make sure that the device you want to pair with has the Bluetooth function activated and is visible to other Bluetooth devices. Find and tap Settings > Device connection > Bluetooth. Tap the Bluetooth slider to enable the function. A list of the available Bluetooth devices appears.
  • Page 106: Smart Apps And Features That Save You Time

    Smart apps and features that save you time Google Feed Use the Google app to search the internet. You can also enable a feed for regular updates ‒ for example, you can get traffic information before commuting to work, find popular restaurants in your area, see your favourite team's current score, and more.
  • Page 107 To activate Good night actions Find and tap Settings > Xperia Assist > Xperia Actions. Tap Good night. Tap the time interval. Select the time interval you want to edit, or tap add a new time interval. Select the desired days and time, then tap DONE. , then tap and mark the checkboxes as desired.
  • Page 108: Clock And Calendar

    Clock and Calendar Calendar Use the Calendar application to manage your time schedule. If you have signed in to and synchronised your device with one or several online accounts that include calendars, for example, your Google account, then calendar events from these accounts will also appear in the Calendar application.
  • Page 109 Access the Alarm tab Access the World clock tab Access the Stopwatch tab Access the Timer tab View options for the current tab Open date and time settings Edit an existing alarm Turn an alarm on or off Add a new alarm To set a new alarm Find and tap Clock.
  • Page 110 To delete an alarm • Find and tap Clock, then touch and hold the alarm that you want to delete, then tap . To set the sound for an alarm Find and tap Clock, then tap for the alarm that you want to edit. Tap MORE SETTINGS >...
  • Page 111: Accessibility

    Accessibility Magnification Magnification allows you to zoom in to parts of the screen by tapping an area of the touchscreen three times in succession. To enable or disable Magnification Find and tap Settings > Accessibility > Magnification. Select an option and tap the slider to enable the function. To magnify an area and pan across the screen Make sure that Magnification is enabled.
  • Page 112: Mono Audio

    To enable TalkBack Find and tap Settings > Accessibility > TalkBack. Tap the slider and then tap OK. To change speech, feedback and touch preferences for TalkBack, tap Settings, then tap the screen twice. TalkBack launches a tutorial immediately after you enable the feature. To exit the tutorial, , then tap the screen twice.
  • Page 113: Support And Legal

    Support and legal Support application Use the Support app to find device and software information. You can read support topics, troubleshoot or use helpful apps such as the device test. Visit our Web support directly from the app to read User guides, knowledge articles or the Support forum.
  • Page 114: Warranty, Sar And Usage Guidelines

    Legal information Sony H8314/H8324 This User guide is published by Sony Mobile Communications Inc. or its local affiliated company, without any warranty. Improvements and changes to this User guide necessitated by typographical errors, inaccuracies of current information, or improvements to programs and/or equipment, may be made by Sony Mobile Communications Inc.
  • Page 115 Sony does not guarantee the accuracy, integrity or quality of any additional content or any other third party content. Under no circumstances will Sony be liable in any way for your improper use of additional content or other third party content.

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