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  • Page 1 User guide Xperia XA1 Ultra ™ G3221/G3223...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Getting started................6 About this User guide................ 6 Overview.................... 6 Assembly................... 7 Screen protection................8 Starting your device for the first time..........8 Why do I need a Google™ account?..........9 Device security................10 Making sure your device is protected..........10 Screen lock..................10 Unlocking your device automatically..........
  • Page 3 Internet and MMS settings ............. 44 Wi-Fi....................45 Sharing your mobile data connection..........47 Controlling data usage..............48 Selecting mobile networks...............49 Virtual private networks (VPNs)............50 Synchronising data on your device..........51 Synchronising with online accounts..........51 Synchronising with Microsoft® Exchange ActiveSync®....51 Basic settings................53 Accessing settings................
  • Page 4 Favourites..................75 Sending contact information............75 Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application....76 Messaging and chat..............77 Reading and sending messages............77 Organising your messages.............. 78 Calling from Messaging..............78 Messaging settings................79 Video chat..................79 Email.....................80 Setting up email................80 Sending and receiving email messages...........80 Organising your email messages.............
  • Page 5 Movie Creator................107 Connectivity................109 Mirroring the screen of your device wirelessly on a TV....109 Displaying files on another device using Cast....... 109 Connecting your device to USB accessories........ 110 NFC....................111 Bluetooth® wireless technology............ 113 Smart apps and features that save you time......116 Google Search &...

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Getting started About this User guide This is the Xperia™ XA1 Ultra User guide for the Android™ 7.0 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: Assembly

    1. Charging/Notification light 11. Main microphone 2. Headset jack 12. Loudspeaker 3. Front camera lens 13. Charger/USB Type-C™ cable port 4. Second microphone 14. Wi-Fi/GPS/Bluetooth antenna area 5. Ear speaker 15. Main camera lens 6. Proximity/Light sensor 16. Main flash 7.

  • Page 8: Screen Protection

    Before using your device, remove the protection film by pulling up on the protruding tab. It is recommended to protect your device with a Sony branded screen cover or a protector intended for your Xperia™ model. The use of third party screen protection accessories may prevent your device from working correctly by covering sensors, lenses, speakers, or microphones and can invalidate the warranty.

  • Page 9: Why Do I Need A Googleâ„¢ 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 10: Device Security

    Device security Making sure your device is protected Your device includes several security options, strongly recommended in case of loss or theft. These options are as follows: • Set a secure screen lock on your device using a PIN, password or pattern to prevent anyone from accessing or resetting your device.

  • Page 11: Unlocking Your Device Automatically

    Contact the network administrator of your company or organisation to check what network security policies are implemented for mobile devices. beside Screen lock. For more settings for each screen lock type tap To change your screen lock type From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings >...
  • Page 12 • Trusted voice: Set up voice recognition to search in any screen. The Smart Lock feature is developed by Google™ and its exact functionality may change over time due to updates from Google™. Furthermore the feature may not be available in every market, country or region.
  • Page 13 Connecting to trusted devices You can designate a connected device as trusted and keep your Xperia™ device unlocked while connected. If you have a device that you connect to regularly using Bluetooth® or NFC, for example, a home entertainment system or a fitness tracker, you can add it as a trusted device and bypass the added security of the lock screen to save time.
  • Page 14 To set up trusted places, first make sure that high accuracy location mode or battery- saving location mode is enabled on your device before you add home or custom locations. The exact dimensions of a trusted location are an estimate and may extend beyond the physical walls of your home or other areas that you have added as a trusted locations.

  • Page 15: Sim Card Protection

    To remove a custom place From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Smart Lock > Trusted places. Select the place that you want to remove. Tap Delete. SIM card protection You can lock and unlock each SIM card that you use in your device with a PIN (Personal Identification Number).

  • Page 16: Finding A Lost Device

    To view your IMEI number on the label strip Open the cover for the nano SIM and memory card slot. Remove the SIM Card tray. Drag the strip outwards using your fingernail. The IMEI number is displayed on the strip. You can also view the IMEI number by opening the phone dialer and entering *#06#.
  • Page 17 To activate Protection by my Xperia Make sure you have an active data connection, and enable location services on your device. From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Protection by my Xperia > Activate.

  • 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. Touching and holding • Move an item. • Activate an item-specific menu. •...
  • Page 19 Pinching and spreading • Zoom in or out on web pages, photos and maps, and when you’re taking photos or shooting videos. Swiping and scrolling • Scroll up or down a list. • Swipe left or right, for example, between Home screen panes. •...

  • Page 20: Locking And Unlocking The Screen

    Locking and unlocking the screen When your device is on and left idle for a set period of time, the screen darkens to save battery power and locks automatically. This lock prevents unwanted actions on the touchscreen when you are not using it. When you buy your device, a basic screen swipe lock is already set.
  • Page 21 To browse the Home screen Home screen panes You can add new panes to your Home screen (up to a maximum of twenty panes) and delete panes. You can also set the pane that you want to use as the main Home screen pane.

  • Page 22: Application Screen

    Home screen settings To disable or uninstall an application from the Home screen Disabling a pre-installed app deletes all data, but the app can be enabled again from Settings > Apps. Only downloaded apps can be fully uninstalled. Touch and hold any area on your Home screen until the device vibrates. Flick left or right to browse the panes.

  • Page 23: Navigating Applications

    To arrange applications on the Application screen When the Application screen is open, tap . Tap Sort apps, then select an option. To add an application shortcut to the Home screen On the Application screen, touch and hold an application icon until the device vibrates, then drag the icon to the top of the screen.
  • Page 24 To open the recently used applications window • Press To quickly switch between recently used applications • Quickly press twice. To close all the recently used applications • and then tap CLEAR ALL. To open a menu in an application •...

  • Page 25: Widgets

    To enable one-handed operations > Settings > One-handed operations. From your Home screen, tap Tap Resize screen. , then drag your thumb from the right corner to the center of the screen. To adjust the position of the screen To move the screen to the left side or to the right side, tap accordingly.

  • Page 26: Background And Themes

    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. In the customisation menu, tap Widgets > Shortcuts. Scroll through the list and select an application. The selected application gets added to the Home screen.

  • Page 27: Taking A Screenshot

    Taking a screenshot You can capture still images of any screen on your device as a screenshot. Screenshots you take are automatically saved in Album. To take a screenshot Press and hold down the power key until a prompt window appears. You can also take a screenshot by pressing and holding the power key and volume down key at the same time.
  • Page 28 To dismiss a notification from the Notification panel • Swipe the notification left or right. Not all notifications can be dismissed. To change settings for notifications, simply drag the notification slowly to the left or right, then To expand a notification on the Notification panel •...

  • Page 29: Icons In The Status Bar

    Interrupts in Priority only Receive notifications from this app even when Do not disturb is set to Priority only. To set the notification level for an app From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Notifications. Select the desired app. Tap the sliders to adjust notification settings as desired.
  • Page 30 Airplane mode is activated The Bluetooth® function is activated The microphone is muted The speakerphone is on Do not disturb mode is activated Vibrate mode An alarm is set GPS is activated Synchronisation is ongoing Problem with sign-in or synchronisation Depending on your service provider, network or region, the functions or services represented by some icons in this list may not be available.

  • Page 31: Applications Overview

    A song is playing The radio is on The device is connected to a computer via a USB cable Internal storage is 75% full — tap to transfer data to a memory card Warning More undisplayed notifications Not all icons that may appear on your device are listed here. This list is for reference purposes only, and changes may be made without notice.
  • Page 32 Search for information on your device and on the web. Enjoy music, movies, apps and games on your device, and get exclusive access to unique content available only with Xperia™ devices. View your current location, find other locations and plan routes using Google Maps™.

  • Page 33: Battery And Maintenance

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

  • Page 34: Battery And Power Management

    Application screen on Uninstall applications that you are not using, see page 22. • 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 35 To make exceptions to power saving features for apps From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Battery. Tap and select Battery optimisation. You will see a list of applications that are not optimised. To add or remove applications from this list, tap APPS and select or de-select an application from the list to edit its optimisation settings.

  • Page 36: Updating Your Device

    Updating your device You should update the software on your device to get the latest functionality, enhancements and bug fixes in order to ensure optimal performance. When a software update is available, appears in the status bar. You can also check for new updates manually, or schedule an update.

  • Page 37: Maintenance Using A Computer

    To set up automatic download of system updates From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > About phone > Software update. Tap , then tap Settings > Auto download system updates. Select an option. To enable or disable automatic updates for applications From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings >...

  • Page 38: Storage And Memory

    With Xperia™ Companion you can access the file system of your device. If you do not have Xperia™ Companion installed, you are requested to install it when you connect your device to the computer. Always use the USB cable type intended for your Xperia™ model and make sure it is completely dry.
  • Page 39 • If your device can't read content on the memory card, you may need to format the card. Note that all content on the card gets erased when you format it. 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 40: Backing Up And Restoring Content

    Backing up and restoring content Generally, you should not save photos, videos and other personal content solely on the internal memory of your device. If your device is damaged, lost or stolen, the data stored on its internal memory may be impossible to recover. It is recommended to use the Xperia™...
  • Page 41 • Contacts • Conversations • Call log • Calendar • Email accounts • Wi-Fi networks • Device settings • Applications • Xperia™ Home layout 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.
  • Page 42 To restore backed up content If you are restoring content from a USB storage device, make sure that the storage device is connected to your device using the USB Host adapter. If you are restoring content from an SD card, make sure that the SD card is properly inserted into your device.

  • Page 43: 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 44: Internet And Networks

    Internet and networks Browsing the web The Google Chrome™ web browser for Android™ devices comes pre-installed in http://support.google.com/chrome and click the "Chrome for most markets. Go to Mobile" link to get more detailed information about how to use this web browser. To browse the web From your Home screen, tap Find and tap...

  • Page 45: Wi-Fi

    To view downloaded internet and MMS settings From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > More > Mobile networks. 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. Once you have connected to a Wi-Fi network, your device remembers the network and automatically connects to it the next time you come within range.
  • Page 46 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 47: Sharing Your Mobile Data Connection

    • PIN method – your device creates a random PIN (Personal Identification Number), which you enter on the WPS-supported device. To connect to a Wi-Fi network using a WPS button From the Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Wi-Fi. Turn on Wi-Fi if it is not already on.

  • Page 48: Controlling Data Usage

    To use your device as a portable Wi-Fi hotspot From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > More > Tethering & portable hotspot. Tap Portable hotspot settings > Configure hotspot. Enter the Network name (SSID) information. To select a security type, tap the Security field. If required, enter a password. Tap SAVE.

  • Page 49: Selecting Mobile Networks

    To set a data usage warning Make sure that mobile data traffic is turned on. From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Data usage > Billing cycle. To set the warning level, tap Data warning, enter the desired data limit and tap SET.

  • Page 50: Virtual Private Networks (Vpns)

    To activate automatic network selection From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > More > Mobile networks > Network operators. Tap Search mode, then select Automatic. Virtual private networks (VPNs) Use your device to connect to virtual private networks (VPNs), which allow you to access resources inside a secured local network from a public network.

  • Page 51: 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 52 To remove an EAS account From your Home screen, tap > Settings > Accounts & sync. Tap Exchange ActiveSync, then select the EAS account that you want to remove. Tap , then tap Remove account. Tap REMOVE ACCOUNT again to confirm. This is an internet version of this publication.

  • Page 53: 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 From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings.

  • Page 54: Do Not Disturb Mode

    To set a ringtone From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Sound > Phone ringtone. Select an option from the list or tap and select a music file that is saved on your device. To confirm, tap Done. To select the notification sound From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings >...

  • Page 55: Screen Settings

    • Alarms To allow priority notifications in Do not disturb mode From the Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Sound > Do not disturb > Priority only allows. Tap Calls or Messages. Select an option. Screen settings To adjust the screen brightness manually regardless of lighting condition From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings >...

  • Page 56: Application Settings

    Screen pinning Use screen pinning to set your device to display only the screen for a specific application. For example, if you are playing a game and you accidentally touch the Home navigation key, the screen pinning feature prevents the active game app screen from being minimised.

  • Page 57: Resetting Your Applications

    Critical permissions Some permissions are mandatory for apps to work as intended. In such cases, a dialog will inform you. To configure applications From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Apps > Select a configuration option, for example App permissions, then choose an application that you want to configure.

  • Page 58: Screen Saver

    To reset application preferences From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Apps. Tap , then tap Reset app preferences > Reset apps. Resetting application preferences does not delete any application data from your device. To clear application data From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings >...

  • Page 59: Language Settings

    Language settings You can select a default language for your device and change it again at a later time. You can also change the writing language for text input. To change the language From the Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Languages & input > Languages > Add a language.

  • Page 60: Multiple User Accounts

    improve the quality of compressed music files to near High-resolution Audio quality when you are using a wired headphone. To enhance the sound output automatically From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Sound > Audio settings. Enable the ClearAudio+ function by tapping the slider. To adjust the sound settings manually From the Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings >...
  • Page 61 To delete a regular user account from your device Make sure you are logged in as the owner. From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Users. beside the name of the user that you want to delete, then tap Remove user >...

  • Page 62: Typing Text

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

  • Page 63: Editing Text

    To display the on-screen keyboard to enter text • Tap a text entry field. To use the on-screen keyboard in landscape orientation • When the on-screen keyboard is displayed, turn the device sideways. You may need to adjust the settings in some applications to enable landscape orientation. To enter text character by character To enter a character visible on the keyboard, tap the character.

  • Page 64: Calling

    Calling Making calls You can make a call by manually dialling a phone number, by tapping a number saved in your contacts list, or by tapping the phone number in your call log. You can also use the smart dial function to quickly find numbers from your contacts list and call logs by entering part of a contact number or name and selecting from the suggestions that appear.

  • Page 65: Receiving Calls

    To make an international call From your Home screen, tap 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 66: Ongoing Calls

    To mute the ringtone for an incoming call • When you receive the call, press the volume key. 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.

  • Page 67: Using The Call Log

    Using the call log In the call log, you can view missed calls , received calls and dialled calls . To open the call log From your Home screen, tap Find and tap To view your missed calls When you have missed a call, appears in the status bar.

  • Page 68: Multiple Calls

    voicemail service, you can send all incoming calls from a specific contact directly to voicemail. FDN is not supported by all network operators. Contact your network operator to verify if your SIM card or network service supports this feature. To block calls and messages from a specific number From your Home screen, tap Find and tap >...

  • Page 69: Conference Calls

    To make a second call During an ongoing call, tap . The call log is displayed. to display the dialpad. Enter the number of the recipient and tap . The first call is put on hold. To switch between multiple calls •...

  • Page 70: Emergency Calls

    Emergency calls Your device supports international emergency numbers, for example, 112 or 911. You can normally use these numbers to make emergency calls in any country, with or without a SIM card inserted if you are within range of a network. To make an emergency call Open the dialpad.

  • Page 71: Contacts

    Contacts Searching and viewing contacts Search for contacts Edit and view medical and emergency contact information View more options Favourites and All contacts tabs View contact details Use the slider to jump to contacts starting with the selected letter Add a contact To search for a contact From your Home screen, tap , then tap...

  • Page 72: Adding And Editing Contacts

    Adding and editing contacts To add a contact From your Home screen, tap , then tap If you have synchronised your contacts with one or more accounts and you are adding a contact for the first time, you must select the account that you want to add the contact to.

  • Page 73: Transferring Contacts

    To delete contacts From your Home screen, tap , then tap Touch and hold the contact that you want to delete. To delete several or all contacts, mark the checkboxes beside the contacts that you want to delete. Tap , then tap Delete contact. Tap DELETE to confirm.

  • Page 74: Backing Up Contacts

    To import contacts from a memory card From your Home screen, tap , then tap Press , then tap Import/export > Import from SD card or internal storage (.vcf file). Select where to store your contacts. Tap SD card. Select the files that you want to import by tapping them. ®...

  • Page 75: Favourites

    Go back to the main Contacts screen View more options Medical and personal information and emergency contacts tab Medical and personal information To enter your medical information From your Home screen, tap , then tap Edit the desired information. To add a new emergency contact From your Home screen, tap , then tap , then tap CONTACTS >...

  • Page 76: Avoiding Duplicate Entries In The Contacts Application

    To send a contact From your Home screen, tap , then tap Tap the contact whose details you want to send. Tap , then tap Share. Select an available transfer method and follow the on-screen instructions. To send several contacts at once From your Home screen, tap , then tap Touch and hold a contact then mark or unmark the checkboxes beside the...

  • Page 77: Messaging And Chat

    Messaging and chat Reading and sending messages The Messaging 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 78: Organising Your Messages

    To forward a message From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Tap the conversation containing the message that you want to forward. Touch and hold the message that you want to forward, then tap Forward message. Enter the recipient’s name or phone number, then select from the suggestions that appear.

  • Page 79: Messaging Settings

    To save a sender's number as a contact From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Tap the icon next to the phone number, then tap SAVE. Select an existing contact, or tap Create new contact. Edit the contact information and tap SAVE. Messaging settings To change your message notification settings From your Home screen, tap...

  • Page 80: Email

    Email Setting up email Use the email application on your device to send and receive email messages through your email accounts. You can have one or several email accounts at the same time, including corporate Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync accounts. To set up an email account From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Email.

  • Page 81: Organising Your Email Messages

    To read your email messages From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Email. If you are using several email accounts, tap , then tap and select the account that you want to check. If you want to check all your email accounts at and select Combined inbox.

  • Page 82: Email Account Settings

    To search for emails From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Email. If you are using several email accounts, tap , then tap and select the account that you want to search. If you want to search all your email accounts and select Combined inbox.
  • Page 83 View a list of all Gmail accounts and folders Search for email messages List of email messages Write an email message To learn more about Gmail™ • , then find and tap Help & feedback. When the Gmail application is open, tap This is an internet version of this publication.

  • Page 84: Music And Fm Radio

    Music and FM radio Transferring music to your device There are two ways to transfer music from a computer to your device: • You can transfer music files between your device and a computer using the provided USB Type-C™ cable. After connecting, select Transfer files on your device and then Managing simply copy and paste or drag and drop the files using the computer.
  • Page 85 Music home screen in the top left corner to open the Music menu Scroll up or down to view content Play a song using the Music application Play all songs in shuffle mode Return to the music player screen To play a song using the Music application From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Select a music category.

  • Page 86: Music Menu

    Music menu The Music menu gives you an overview of all the songs on your device. From here you can manage your albums and playlists. Return to the Music home screen View the current play queue Browse all playlists Browse all artists Browse all albums Browse all songs Browse all genres...

  • Page 87: Sharing Music

    To play your own playlists Open the Music menu, then tap Playlists. Under Playlists, select the playlist that you want to open. If you want to play all songs, tap any song or Shuffle all. To add songs to a playlist From the Music home screen, browse to the song or album that you want to add to a playlist.
  • Page 88 Favourites list Radio on/off button View menu options Tuned frequency Save or remove a channel as a favourite Tuning dial Frequency band – drag left or right to move between channels Move up the frequency band to search for a channel A saved favourite channel 10 Move down the frequency band to search for a channel To listen to the FM radio...

  • Page 89: Favourite Radio Channels

    Favourite radio channels To save a channel as a favourite When the radio is open, navigate to the channel that you want to save as a favourite. Enter a name and select a colour for the channel, then press SAVE. To listen to a favourite radio channel Select an option.

  • Page 90: Camera

    Camera Taking photos and recording videos Front camera lens Select capturing mode Switch between the front and main camera Zoom in or out Camera key – Activate the camera/Take photos/Record videos View photos and videos Save location Shutter button – Take photos or record videos Go back a step or exit the camera 10 Capturing mode settings...

  • Page 91: General Camera Settings

    To record a video using the camera key Activate the camera. Swipe the screen to select To start recording a video, press the camera key. To stop recording, press the camera key again. To record a video Activate the camera. If video mode is not selected, swipe the screen to select Point the camera towards the subject.
  • Page 92 Sound Photo Take photos with background sound. Panorama Take wide-angle and panoramic photos. Timeshift burst Find the best photo from a burst of images. Panorama You can take wide-angle and panoramic photos with an easy press-and-sweep motion. To take a panoramic photo Activate the camera.
  • Page 93 Saving a photo's geographic location Enable the Save location function to geotag your photos - saving the approximate geographical location as you shoot. The geographical location is determined by wireless networks and GPS technology. When appears on the camera screen, Saving location is turned on but the geographical position has not been found.
  • Page 94 Sound When you take a photo or start recording a video, the Camera makes a shutter sound. If you use the self-timer, it will make a series of beeps to mark the countdown. You can choose to turn these sounds on or off. Data storage You can choose to save your data either to a removable SD card or to your device's internal storage.

  • Page 95: Still Camera Settings

    Fluorescent Adjust the colour balance for fluorescent lighting. Daylight Adjust the colour balance for sunny outdoor conditions. Cloudy Adjust the colour balance for a cloudy sky. Focus AF Adjust focus automatically. Focus MF Adjust focus manually. SS auto Adjust shutter speed automatically. SS 1/8 Adjust shutter speed manually.
  • Page 96 16MP 5344×3008 (16:9) 16 megapixel resolution with 16:9 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos that you want to view on widescreen displays. 12MP 3968×2976 (4:3) 12 megapixel resolution with 4:3 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos that you want to view on non-widescreen displays or print in high resolution. 12MP 4608×2592 (16:9) 12 megapixel resolution with 16:9 aspect ratio.

  • Page 97: Video Camera Settings

    Centre Determines the centre of the image, and sets the exposure based on the brightness of the subject there. Spot Adjusts the exposure in a very small part of the subject that you want to capture. Touch Adjusts the exposure to the desired part of the subject when you touch the screen. This setting is only available in Manual capturing mode.
  • Page 98 Full HD (30 fps) 1920×1080 (16:9) Full HD (Full High Definition) format with 30 FPS and 16:9 aspect ratio. 1280×720 (16:9) HD (High Definition) format with 16:9 aspect ratio. 640×480 (4:3) VGA format with 4:3 aspect ratio. Record videos suitable for sending in multimedia messages. The recording time of this format is limited so that the video file can fit in a multimedia message.
  • Page 99 Further Camera support information Use the Help menu to search for camera-related tests and other useful information. To access support, follow the steps below. Open the camera application. then tap More > Help This is an internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.

  • Page 100: 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. to open the Album home screen menu View menu options A slideshow of all your photos and videos, or of those added to favourites...

  • Page 101: Album Home Screen Menu

    To play a video In Album, find and tap the video that you want to play. If the playback controls are not displayed, tap the screen to display them. To hide the controls, tap the screen again. To pause a video When a video is playing, tap the screen to display the controls.

  • Page 102: Sharing And Managing Photos And Videos

    To view photos from online services in Album From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Album, then tap Tap the desired online service, then follow the on-screen instructions to get started. All available online albums that you have uploaded to the service are displayed.

  • Page 103: Editing Photos With The Photo Editor Application

    Editing photos with the Photo editor application You can edit and apply effects to original photos that you’ve taken with your camera. For example, you can change the light effects. After you save the edited photo, the original unchanged version of the photo remains on your device. To edit a photo •...

  • Page 104: Hiding Photos And Videos

    To trim a video In the Album, find and tap the video that you want to edit. Tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap If prompted, select Video Editor then tap Trim. To move the trim frame to another part of the timeline, touch and hold the edge of the trim frame and drag it to the desired position, then tap Apply.
  • Page 105 View geotagged photos in Globe view Search a location on the map View menu options Double tap to zoom in. Pinch to zoom out. Drag to view different parts of the map A group of photos or videos geotagged with the same location Thumbnails of the selected group of photos or videos.

  • Page 106: Videos

    Videos The Video application Use the Video application to play movies and other video content that you’ve saved or downloaded to your device. The application also serves as a TV programme guide with the option to show detailed programme information and related content, including social media posts about the programme you are interested in.

  • Page 107: Transferring Video Content To Your Device

    To change settings From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Video. to open the home screen menu, then tap Settings. Change the settings as desired. To play a video From your Home screen, tap , then find and tap Video. Find and tap the video that you want to play.
  • Page 108 more photos and videos. You can create Highlight Movies by selecting photos and videos manually. If you log in to a Facebook account, you can create Highlight Movies from your Facebook events, featuring photos from the event, friends’ names, and more. To open Movie Creator From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Movie Creator.

  • Page 109: Connectivity

    Connectivity Mirroring the screen of your device wirelessly on a TV You can use the Screen mirroring feature to show the screen of your device on a TV or other large display without using a cable connection. Wi-Fi Direct™ technology creates a wireless connection between the two devices, so you can sit back and enjoy your favourite photos from the comfort of your couch.

  • Page 110: Connecting Your Device To Usb Accessories

    USB mice. If the USB accessory has a USB Type-C connector, a USB Type-C host adapter is not necessary. USB Type-C host adapters are sold separately. Sony does not guarantee that all USB accessories are supported by your device.

  • Page 111: Nfc

    Find and tap Settings > Device connection > USB Connectivity > Detect USB device. Sony does not guarantee that all USB Type-C accessories with a USB Type-C connector are supported by your device. Use Near Field Communication (NFC) to share data with other devices, such as videos, photos, web page addresses, music files or contacts.
  • Page 112 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, tap , then find and tap Select a music category and browse to the track you want to share.

  • Page 113: 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 114 ® 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. From your device’s Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth. Tap the Bluetooth slider to enable the function.
  • Page 115 To view files you have received using Bluetooth® From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth. Press and select Show files received. This is an internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.

  • Page 116: Smart Apps And Features That Save You Time

    Smart apps and features that save you time Google Search & Now 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 117: Travel And Maps

    Travel and maps Using location services Location services allow applications such as Maps and the camera to use information from your mobile or Wi-Fi network as well as Global Positioning System (GPS) information to determine your approximate location. If you're not within a clear line of sight to GPS satellites, your device can determine your location using the Wi-Fi function.

  • Page 118: Using Data Traffic When Travelling

    Using data traffic when travelling When you travel outside of your home mobile network, you may need to access the internet using mobile data traffic. If so, you need to activate data roaming on your device. You may incur additional charges when you activate data roaming. It is recommended to check the relevant data transmission charges in advance.

  • Page 119: 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 120 Access the stopwatch tab Access the timer tab View options for the current tab Open date and time settings Turn an alarm on or off Add a new alarm To set a new alarm From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Clock. Tap Time and select the desired value.
  • Page 121 To activate the vibrate function for an alarm Find and tap Clock, then tap the alarm that you want to edit. Tap the Vibrate slider to enable or disable the function. Tap SAVE. To set the side keys behaviour Find and tap Clock, then select the alarm that you want to edit. Tap Side keys behaviour, then select the desired behaviour of side keys when they are pressed during the alarm.

  • Page 122: Accessibility

    Accessibility Magnification gesture Magnification gesture 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 gesture From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Accessibility > Magnification gesture. Tap the slider under Magnification gesture.

  • Page 123: Mono Audio

    TalkBack describes the user interface and reads out software errors, notifications and messages. To enable TalkBack From your Home screen, tap 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.
  • Page 124 To enable or disable Switch Access From your Home screen, tap Find and tap Settings > Accessibility > Switch Access. Tap the slider to enable or disable the function, then tap OK. This is an internet version of this publication. © Print only for private use.

  • Page 125: Support And Legal

    • Identify installed software and provide useful details about your device. The Xperia™ Diagnostics application is pre-installed on most Android™ devices from Sony. If the Diagnostics option is not available under Settings > About phone or from the TOOLS menu in the Support application, you can download a light version using the Play Store™...
  • Page 126 If your device fails to turn on or you want to reset your device’s software, you can use Xperia™ Companion to repair your device. For more information on using Xperia™ Xperia™ Companion on page 37. Companion, see If you are sharing a device with multiple users, you may need to log in as the owner, that is, the primary user, to reset your device to its original factory settings.

  • Page 127: Help Us Improve Our Software

    Sony does not guarantee the accuracy, integrity or quality of any additional content or any other third party content. Under no circumstances will Sony be liable in any way for your improper use of additional content or other third party content.
  • Page 128 MUSIC TRACKS AND PICTURES) ARISING OUT OF ANY UPDATE OF YOUR DEVICE BY ANY OF THE METHODS DESCRIBED IN THIS USER GUIDE OR DOCUMENTATION. IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY MOBILE’S OR ITS SUPPLIERS’ TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY AND ALL DAMAGES, LOSSES AND CAUSES OF ACTION (WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR TORT, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) EXCEED THE AMOUNT ACTUALLY PAID BY YOU FOR YOUR DEVICE.

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